NBARC owns and operates two repeaters, opened to all licensed amateurs. The 2-meter repeater frequency is 146.010 MHz output and 146.610 input. The 70 cm repeater frequency is 444.900 output and 449.9 input. The tower is located midway between Havelock and New Bern. The 2 meter antenna is at the 300 foot level while the 70 cm antenna is at the 100 foot level.

W4EWN/R

1. Monitor the repeater

    a. Become familiar with any peculiarities in its operation.

    b. Listen for a moment to see if it is already in use.

    c. Do not rush to push that PTT.

2. To initiate a contact, simply indicate that you are on the frequency.

    a. Various geographical areas have different practices on making yourself heard.

    b. Generally, "This is KF4DDU monitoring" will suffice.

    c. Never bring up a repeater and call "CQ".

    d. If someone is listening to you and wants a QSO they will call you back.

    e. Yes, Morse code is fine on 2 meters.

3. Identify legally.

    a. You must identify at the end of a transmission.

    b. You must identify every 10 minutes during communications.

4. Pause between transmissions.

    a. This allows other hams to use the repeater. (someone may have emergency traffic)

    b. On most repeaters a pause is necessary to reset the time out timer.

5. Keep transmissions short and thoughtful.

    a. Your QSO may prevent someone with an emergency from using the repeater.

b. Remember your monologue is being heard by many listeners (including non-hams) with scanners or monitors. Do not give a bad impression of our service.

 

6. Use simplex whenever possible.

    a. If you can complete your QSO on a direct frequency.

    b. There is no reason to tie up the repeater and prevent others from using it.

7. Use the minimum amount of power.

    a. Never use more power than needed to maintain communications.

    b. FCC regulation (97.31(a)) refers to this so that it minimizes the possibility of              accessing distant repeaters on the same frequency.

    c. Never ask for a signal report. The person you are talking to is hearing the repeater output. "You are making the repeater just fine".

8. Do not break into a contact unless you have something to add.

    a. Interrupting is no more polite on the air than it is in person.

    b. Never say "break" unless it is an emergency.

    c. Listening is fun also.

    d. When you notice someone giving long breaks, they are usually allowing time for others to join in.

9. Repeaters are intended primarily to facilitate mobile operation.

a. During commuter rush hours, base stations should relinquish the repeater to mobile stations. (mobile stations can give help to others, traffic reports accidents etc…

b. Some repeater groups have rules that specifically address this practice.

c. Remember not all repeaters are run the same as W4EWN.

10. Many repeaters have autopatch facilities.

a. This allows the telephone systems to be accessed VIA the radio.

b. The FCC forbids using an autopatch for anything that could be constructed as business communications.

c. An autopatch should not be used to avoid a toll call.

d. Do not use an autopatch when regular telephone service is available.

e. Autopatch privileges that are abused may be rescinded.

f. Remember to tell your caller that you are on the radio and to watch what they say.

11. All repeaters are assembled and maintained at considerable expense and inconvenience.

    a. Usually an individual or group is responsible, and those who are regular users of a repeater should support the efforts of keeping the repeater on the air.

    b. Support your repeater club and keep your dues paid up on time.

12. Enjoy operating on the repeater and always be courteous and considerate of others. Practice good radio manners. Always try to improve your radio etiquette.

1         146.610     New Bern     W4EWN       Rag Chew net 8:00PM Sun. - Fri.

2         145.310      Trenton                              Skywarn Tuesdays

3         145.350      Greenville

4         147.090      Greenville

5         147.375      Greenville

6         145.190      Jacksonville

7         147.000      Jacksonville

8         145.470      Kinston

9         145.150     Nags Head

10       146.835     Nags Head

11       146.655     Elizabeth City

12       145.110     Columbia

13       145.410     Williamston

14       147.345     Washington

15       146.685     Grifton

16       145.450     Newport                              Carteret County ARS/ARES 19:30 Tues

17       146.760     Swansboro

18       146.730     Wilmington

19       146.640     Raleigh

20       148.150     Civil Air Patrol

1     444.900         New Bern             W4EWN