[karc] Re: [SPAM]Re: Fleamarket - headsup
- From: "John S - Taylor" <va3gst@xxxxxxx>
- To: <karc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 15:48:42 -0400
Les, http://www.rpf-comms.com/
I wonder if this URL and mentioned devices therein belong to Rob, ve3RPF??
I think they have most of the answers. One could build a small device to clip
onto the steering wheel that when activated would send a tone to a small box
that is connected between the microphone and the rig tripping a relay. It
would only take the place of the original PTT. The microphone could then be
mounted above the drivers head. That is a safety hazard it's self. Hard on
the head in a crash.
But is it really worth it????
John, va3gst
----- Original Message -----
From: Les Lindstrom
To: karc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 7:07 AM
Subject: [karc] Re: [SPAM]Re: Fleamarket - headsup
Alternatives - heres one http://www.rpf-comms.com/
And with legislation the developers will probably come out with a whole raft
of devices to meet the hands free application requirement
Or maybe even the amateur community (GST) What do you think John?
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael Barrett
To: karc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:49 PM
Subject: [SPAM][karc] Re: Fleamarket - headsup
Rob,
Yes, I imagine that they will nab people who do it a lot, but the thing is
there is not enouh police to watch everyone. They will obviously have check
points set up where they check on this issue just like they do with ride
checks, but I am sure that they will not be able to enforce it as much as they
would like do to the great number of people using cellphones, etc.
One thing that is to our advantage, I think, is that the microphones are
quite sensitive and you can probably keep the microphone in your lap, out of
sight, so to speak, and still be heard.
Not that I am planning on purposely breaking the law, but since I am the
only licensed operator in my house and usually use the radio to and from work,
the only time I really get to use the 2-meter is during this time. If they
have some sort of handsfree unit available for my older radio, then it it quite
possible I will go that route at some point, but, not sure if there is such a
thing. Really do not want to have to invest in new equipment since I do not
use it that often.
I think it will be a full time job just trying to enforce this rule,
considering how many people out there use cellphones, cb radio, ham radio, and
other communications devices while driving.
Should be interesting to see how it all works out.
73 de VA3KOC
Michael and Tamara Barrett
----- Original Message -----
From: Valveman
To: karc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:35 PM
Subject: [karc] Re: Fleamarket - headsup
Michael;
I think you are correct. Very hard to police. But i'm sure the police
will nab quite a few just like they do with seatbelts.
Yup some will get away with it but your chances of getting caught goes up
the more you do it.
Besides no Ham really needs to talk on the radio while driving. If you
are a passenger then have at it.
Robert
VE3RPF
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From: Michael Barrett <mike.barrett1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: karc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:24:50 PM
Subject: [karc] Re: Fleamarket - headsup
Be interesting to see how they plan on enforcing this rule when the time
comes. There is not enough law enforcement as it is right now to enforce the
existing laws and there are a lot of drivers out there breaking all sorts of
traffic laws and getting away with it because there is not enough police on the
roads. I do not see how they think that they can enforce this law and stop
everyone from using any kind of handheld device. I know that using a 2-meter
mobile you can still use it and not have to take your eyes off the road as all
we are doing is talking into a microphone. We do not need to type in phone
numbers, look up contacts in an address book, or text using a phone keypad.
All we do is press a button and talk.
Just my thoughts on this issue.
73 de VA3Koc
Michael and Tamara Barrett
----- Original Message -----
From: Les Lindstrom
To: karc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:14 PM
Subject: [karc] Fleamarket - headsup
looks like the word is already getting out - heard a bunch of chatter
on 80 tonight that a bunch from out west are planning to make the trip here .
HEADS UP GANG.......
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