The Collins Amateur Radio Club (CARC), operating under the call sign N5CXX, is a corporate-sponsored club based at the Richardson campus of RTX / Collins Aerospace. With a mission to provide a learning hub for amateur radio enthusiasts and a platform for emergency communication, the club is a key resource for both the corporation and the broader community.
Club Overview
- Call Sign: N5CXX
- Affiliation Date: January 16th, 1980
- Meeting Time: 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM (except November & December)
- Meeting Place: Woodcreek Church, 3400 E. Renner Rd., Richardson, TX 75083
- Section: NTX (North Texas)
Club Focus & Specialties
CARC offers a wide range of activities that cater to both seasoned operators and newcomers to the world of amateur radio:
- Contest: The club engages in radio contests to develop operating skills and foster camaraderie among members.
- Digital Modes: Members explore digital communications like FT8, PSK31, and JT65.
- DX (Distance Communication): CARC is involved in global communications, connecting with ham operators from around the world.
- General Interest: Beyond contests and digital modes, the club organizes meetings and discussions that cover a variety of amateur radio topics.
- Public Service/Emergency Communications: The club plays a vital role in providing communication support during emergencies, ensuring the community stays connected during critical times.
- Repeaters & VHF/UHF: The club operates repeaters and VHF/UHF systems, enhancing local communication capabilities.
Club Mission and Goals
The Collins Amateur Radio Club focuses on several key objectives:
- Educational Support: The club offers a platform for Collins employees, retirees, and others to enhance their amateur radio knowledge and skills.
- Fostering Interest: The club collaborates with various organizations, both within and outside of Collins Aerospace, to promote amateur radio.
- Providing Communication Resources: CARC operates advanced communication facilities, including HF to 1.2 GHz equipment, repeater systems, packet radio BBS, and the ARDEN NTX network for members to use.
- Emergency Communication: The club is always ready to support local emergency communication needs, offering reliable communication resources during disasters or emergencies.
- Broad Communication Integration: CARC maintains radio relay resources to integrate a range of communication systems, both locally and globally.
Services Offered
- Club Newsletter: Keep up to date with club activities and news.
- Entry-Level License Classes: Training for newcomers to get licensed and start their journey in amateur radio.
- License Test Sessions: The club offers testing for amateur radio licenses.
- Mentorship: Experienced members offer guidance and advice to newer operators.
- Packet Radio BBS: A digital mode used for message exchange and learning.
- Repeaters: The club offers access to its repeaters for members to improve communication skills.
Join CARC
If you're an amateur radio enthusiast or looking to get started in the hobby, the Collins Amateur Radio Club offers a great community for learning and networking. Whether you're interested in contests, digital modes, emergency communications, or just connecting with fellow hams, CARC provides the resources and support to help you succeed.
For more information, visit their website: Collins Amateur Radio Club.
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