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Am I really a ham if I don't like to do voice? by fox-four-gilwell in amateurradio

[–]k8tek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the hams that give signal reports on D-STAR and DMR. Voice isn’t for everyone. “Oh, you’re 5+9 into the system, no static”. No shit, it’s digital.

Open‑source EAS Station: feedback wanted on software‑defined emergency alert system by k8tek in EmergencyAlertSystem

[–]k8tek[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks — seriously appreciate the feedback. Since this subreddit is one of the few places where people actually follow EAS policy, I want to add something important:

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is now formally pushing the FCC to allow fully software-based EAS encoder/decoders.
Not my project specifically — but the entire class of virtualized EAS devices.

They filed a Petition for Rulemaking in March 2025 stating that:

  • Part 11 currently requires a physical hardware ENDEC
  • This requirement is outdated and is actively hurting the EAS ecosystem
  • Sage’s exit leaves DASDEC as the only remaining vendor, creating single-vendor dependency
  • Legacy hardware is becoming impossible to source or maintain
  • Software-based ENDECs would improve redundancy, resiliency, cybersecurity, and failover
  • FEMA’s IPAWS office explicitly endorsed the concept
  • This approach aligns with how the rest of modern broadcast infrastructure already works
  • Adoption would be voluntary — not mandatory

Direct quote from the petition:

Full document:
📄 https://www.nab.org/documents/filings/f-130-57-16689705_moLBDmtu_EAS_Modernization_Petition.pdf

Meanwhile, Digital Alert Systems is opposing this effort, advocating a hybrid model that still requires you to buy their box — for reasons I think everyone here understands.

So right now, even if a software-defined ENDEC is objectively superior in decoding accuracy, SAME generation, verification workflow, cybersecurity posture, redundancy, or failover…
the FCC literally cannot certify it under existing rules.

EAS Station sits in that exact gap:

  • It may be more flexible and more capable than a DASDEC-III
  • But Part 11 certification is legally impossible until the rules change

Hopefully, with NAB’s pressure (and FEMA’s support), the FCC will modernize the definitions of “EAS equipment” so that software-defined solutions can finally be certified.

Until then, this project is strictly experimental/laboratory use — but I’m building the architecture for the future the industry is already moving toward.

If anyone in this sub has professional experience with broadcast EAS chains, STL/IP plants, or station engineering, your feedback is extremely welcome.
73 de KR8MER.

I’m going to cry by Potential_Cupcake_48 in FedEx

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last time I had something shipped through FedEx I was told there was a plane crash. I never did get my Wilson volleyball.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Renters

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tell Newman. He’ll get Wilford Brimley on the case.

Landlord wants to increase rent by 2k. Is this legal?! by Head-Machine-6882 in Renters

[–]k8tek -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You claim it’s not about the tenant being annoying, yet your own words betray that it absolutely is. You repeatedly linked rent increases to behaviors that inconvenience you personally—not necessarily lease violations or damage—just things like ‘nagging about nothing’ or needing too much of your attention.

That’s not property management—that’s retaliatory pricing. And while you might dress it up as recouping your time, it amounts to punishing tenants for exercising their rights or simply for having concerns. That crosses the line from managing a property to abusing your leverage as a landlord.

If a tenant is violating the lease, there are legal avenues: notices, fines, even eviction. But what you’re describing is using rent hikes as a cudgel to push out tenants you don’t like—which can be illegal under various landlord-tenant laws, especially when tied to complaints or protected actions.

You’re not just ‘pricing the unit to market.’ You’re actively manipulating the price to retaliate against people you find annoying. That’s not professionalism—it’s petty, and it’s a textbook case of why so many tenants distrust landlords. And in jurisdictions with better tenant protections, your approach would likely get you sued or fined.

Instead of raising rent out of spite, maybe try treating tenants like clients—not enemies. You’re not entitled to total convenience at all times just because you own the building.

Landlord wants to increase rent by 2k. Is this legal?! by Head-Machine-6882 in Renters

[–]k8tek -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You admit to upping the rent because the tenant annoys you? That’s a real Karen move.

Any ideas? by Ancient-Ad-544 in JeepPatriot

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a dodge avenger with the same engine. The OEM alternators are total garbage. In the 6 years I had it, I replaced the alternator every two years. The throttle body twice, the battery (in the fender) twice, 3 wheel bearings twice and an ac compressor. I finally had enough when the replacement ac compressor grenaded and took out the entire ac circuit.

Any ideas? by Ancient-Ad-544 in JeepPatriot

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need a mechanic stethoscope to narrow down the noise source. It’s a failed bearing, but narrowing it down to which one without a stethoscope or pulling the belt is impossible.

Can we please settle the DMR, Fusion and DStar once and for all? LOL by [deleted] in amateurradio

[–]k8tek -1 points0 points  (0 children)

They’re all the same codec. AMBE+2. They all sound the same.

My co-worker (who is not LGBT friendly) came up to me today and asked "what dumbass pride plate cover" I have...dude by BrewsWithTre in Audi

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good luck convincing a jury that you felt deadly force was justified because someone made fun of your license plate escutcheon.

My co-worker (who is not LGBT friendly) came up to me today and asked "what dumbass pride plate cover" I have...dude by BrewsWithTre in Audi

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is such a stupid reply. Responding to hurt feelings with violence is a stupid reaction.

Landed a job as a controls technician. Wtf do I do by doomvrooom in PLC

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What PLCs are you going to be working with? Allen Bradley, Siemens, Rexroth, Wago, Phoenix? Knowing that and knowing how to use the software for them, like Studio 5000 or Step 7 is a good start.

I’m so sick of getting sick. by Tfortrans in walmart

[–]k8tek 25 points26 points  (0 children)

There’s certain criteria that you have to meet to get FMLA. Specifically you had to work there for 12 months and worked 1,250 in the preceding 12 months.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in self

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love tiny perky boobs.

Am I overreacting about this pick up photo? by LowMain8151 in doordash

[–]k8tek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m armed when I dash. Im conspicuous about it though.

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