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LATEST NETS Stay updated with the latest Thursday night nets from The New 700 Network. Our live listening option Is currently off line. We are working to bring back this option just as soon as we can. In the mean time, Join our community of GMRS radio enthusiasts and experience the power of radio. ROSTERS & PRESENTATIONS 2024 2023 SURVEY RESULTS JANUARY 4TH ROSTER JANUARY 11TH ROSTER JANUARY 18TH ROSTER JANUARY 25TH ROSTER FEBRUARY 1ST ROSTER FEBRUARY 8TH ROSTER FEBRUARY 15TH ROSTER FEBRUARY 22ND ROSTER FEBRUARY 29TH ROSTER MARCH 7TH ROSTER MARCH 14TH ROSTER MARCH 21ST ROSTER MARCH 28TH ROSTER APRIL 4TH ROSTER APRIL 11TH ROSTER APRIL 18TH ROSTER APRIL 25TH ROSTER MAY 2ND ROSTER MAY 9TH ROSTER MAY 16TH ROSTER MAY 23RD ROSTER 2023 Member Summary JUNE 6TH ROSTER JUNE 13TH ROSTER JUNE 20TH ROSTER JUNE 27TH ROSTER JULY 11TH ROSTER JULY 18TH ROSTER JULY 25TH ROSTER AUGUST 1ST ROSTER AUGUST 8TH ROSTER AUGUST 15TH ROSTER AUGUST 22ND ROSTER AUGUST 29TH ROSTER SEPTEMBER 5TH ROSTER SEPTEMBER 12TH ROSTER SEPTEMBER 19TH ROSTER SEPTEMBER 26TH ROSTER OCTOBER 3RD ROSTER OCTOBER 10 ROSTER OCTOBER 17 ROSTER OCTOBER 24TH ROSTER OCTOBER 31ST ROSTER MAY 30TH ROSTER PRESENTATIONS

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About Us ROB KAG0100 REPEATER OWNER RUSS WRPB458 HOST/NET CONTROLLER GINGER WRQJ782 ASST. NET CONTROLLER At The New 700 Network, we believe in the power of communication and the advancement of the GMRS two way radio hobby by holding informational nets on Thursday nights at 7PM. We also hold nets for pure entertainment as well. Our topics are as broad as our radio community is diverse. So if you have been around for awhile or are just passing thru Las Vegas, jump on in and say hello. Our repeater is open to all you do not have to be a member of the community to use it. Check out our prior topics by clicking the Media Library button above and search the library. FROM YOUR HOST Greetings to all: On June 1st., 2023 the New 700 Network was born. Our radio community here on 700 is comprised of members from every walk of life. All with a common interest...the hobby of GMRS two-way radio. Our community operates to foster the advancement of the hobby by holding informational nets on Thursday nights at 7PM. All networks and all stations are invited to participate in our net's. There are a few rules: 1. Respect one another and be kind. 2. You must have a valid GMRS license to participate, and we do check these. 3. Have fun and make some new friends. You don't have to be a member to use our repeater, it is open to all. Have fun and do what you want, [within the FCC rules of course] There are many experienced operators from all backgrounds. Military communications, police, fire, and a whole host of other occupations to help out less experienced operators. So jump on in! Hope to hear you on the air soon. Russ WRPB458, Net Control/Host CONTACT NET CONTROL Send Message Thank You for Contacting Us!

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NET PRESENTATIONS Explore YOUR FAVORITE NETS Explore YOUR FAVORITE NETS Explore YOUR FAVORITE NETS 01 VALENTINE'S DAY THE UN-ROMANTIC STORY Valentine's Day may not be the most significant date on our calendars at 700 NET, but we still want to wish all our fellow gmrs radio operator enthusiasts a happy Valentine's Day. Whether you're spending the day testing out new equipment or snuggled up with a loved one, we hope your day is filled with love and connection. 03 LEAP YEAR/DAY At 700 NET, we love to learn and share our knowledge with others. That's why we're excited to dive into the science behind leap years and their impact on calendar systems. We'll explore how leap years keep our calendars aligned with the Earth's orbit around the sun and how they affect important dates like birthdays. Join russ WRPB 458 in this fascinating exploration of our calendar system! 05 X10 HOME AUTOMATION X10 home automation modules are designed to make your life easier and more comfortable. With features like remote control, scheduling, and dimming, modules can help you save money on energy bills while making your home more convenient. This is an old technology but still functional. 07 PROTECTING YOUR HOME WHEN AWAY FROM HOME At 700 NET, we believe that home security is a top priority. That's why I am pleased to offer expert advice on preventing burglary, protecting your home against fires, and utilizing advanced CCTV systems. With over 30 years experience in the security industry I am happy assist you in keeping your home safe and secure by sharing my knowledge with you. 02 History of Motorola Motorola has a storied history of innovation and leadership in the world of radio communications. Since its founding in 1928, the company has been at the forefront of developing new technologies and improving the way we communicate. From the first car radio to the latest handheld devices, Motorola has been a driving force in the industry. We are proud to carry on this legacy at 700 NET. 04 COIN COLLECTING THE BASICS An overview of the basics of collecting coins. Basic terminology and how to spot that one special coin. 06 Leap Year/Day Leap years are fascinating. The extra day, which occurs every four years, helps to balance out the calendar with the Earth's orbit around the sun. Did you also know that some people born on February 29th only get to celebrate their actual birthday once every four years? At 700NET, we love to geek out on all things science and math-related, especially when it comes to special events like leap year. At 700 Net, we are excited to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with our fellow GMRS radio and computer enthusiasts. Join us for a special event on 700, where we will discuss the cultural significance of St. Patrick's Day and how it relates to Easter. Don't miss out on this fun and informative event, and keep an eye out for our upcoming Easter celebration as well! 08 What is St. Patrick's Day all about? 09 RODGER BEEP ORIGINS At 700 NET, we are devoted to the world of GMRS radio and computers. Our passion for all things radio and technology is only rivaled by our love for history. Our operators are some of the most knowledgeable in the field and are excited to share their insights and experiences with you. We have a wide range of resources available to help you get started or advance your skills. Come join our community and learn more about the exciting world of GMRS radio and the wonderful history behind the Rodger beep. Love it or hate it, this presentation is 11 BASS OR BASS ? Despite the apparent differences between bass sounds and bass fish, they share some intriguing similarities. Both are recognized for their deep, low frequencies - the bass sound in music and the bass fish in water. The word "bass" is derived from the Italian term "basso," which means "low," indicating that "bass" refers to something that is deep and low-pitched, whether in music or fishing. Take a look at our presentation and you will be surprised and what you may learn! 13 MOTHERS DAY 2024 Mother's Day is a special occasion to celebrate and honor the love and sacrifices of mothers. However, did you know that the history of Mother's Day is rooted in activism and social justice? The holiday was first established as a way to promote peace and protest war. Today, we can continue to honor original spirit of Mother's Day by recognizing and supporting the important work of mothers in our communities and around the world. 15 MEMORIAL DAY 2024 TRIBUTE As we commemorate Memorial Day in 2024, we proudly pay tribute to the brave men and women who served in the Armed Forces. Their unwavering dedication and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country will always be remembered. Let us pay tribute to their memory by continuing to provide unwavering support and care for our veterans and their families, and never forget the sacrifices made for this country. 10 GOOD FRIDAY 2024 At 700 NET, we are passionate about GMRS Radio and communication. Our community strives to bring enthusiasts from around the Las Vegas valley together, fostering an environment of sharing knowledge and experiences. As we enter the spring season, we reflect on the history and significance of Good Friday, where we commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus. This holiday is followed by Easter, which observes the resurrection of Jesus. We encourage our members to observe these holidays by using their GMRS Radio to connect with like-minded individuals. 12 DRIVE ON A PARKWAY AND PARK ON A DRIVEWAY English is full of seeming contradictions: ravel means both "to knit up" and "to unknit," inflammable refers to something that's flammable, and so on. George Carlin, the late comedian, often poked fun at English, and in doing so, highlighted another one of these contradictions: why do we park on the driveway but drive on the parkway? Join us as we decipher the meaning of all this 14 THE GLOMAR RESPONSE The Glomar Response is a term used to describe a response given by the US government to a Freedom of Information Act request in the 197s. It involved the CIA neither confirming nor denying existence of a project recover a sunken Soviet submarine. The term has since been used to describe similar responses by other government agencies. 16 The History of GMRS Radio Dating back to the 1930s, GMRS radio has a fascinating history. Initially reserved for military use, GMRS radios were made available to the public in the 1980s. Nowadays, they are extensively used for both personal and business communication, providing dependable and long-distance communication features.

Pro vyzkoušení funkce přejděte na zveřejněný web. Všechny příspěvky Kategorie Mé příspěvky Forum Welcome! Have a look around and join the discussions. Třídit podle: Poslední aktivita Sledovat všechny kategorie Create New Post Russell Mindas DONALD TRUMP CONVICTED v General Discussion TODAY IS A DAY WHICH MARKS THE LOWEST POINT IN THIS COUNTRIES HISTORY. TO THINK THAT A FORMER PRESIDENT WAS CONVICTED OF A MADE-UP CRIME 34 TIMES IS INCOMPREHENSIBLE. THEY SAID HE TRIED TO COVER UP THE PAYMENTS HE MADE TO KEEP HIS AFFAIR WITH STORMY DANIELS QUIET SO IT WOULDN’T BE DETRIMENTAL TO HIS RUN FOR PRESIDENCY. I AM NOT A LAWYER; I DON’T HAVE ANY LEGAL TRAINING WHATSOEVER. BUT I DO LIKE TO THINK OF MYSELF AS INTELLIGENT AND EDUCATED INDIVIDUAL WITH COMMON SENSE. FROM WHAT I WAS ABLE TO ASSERTAIN FROM THE EVIDENCE PRESENTED IN THIS BULLSHIT TRIAL WAS THAT THE PROSECUTION TOOK A NUMBER OF THINGS THAT IN THEMSELVES WERE NOT CRIMES AND STACKED IT TOGETHER TO EQUAL A TRUMPED-UP CHARGE. [PARDON MY PUNN]. FROM THE BEGINNING THE DAY I TOOK OVER THIS NET I HAVE ALWAYS TOLD PEOPLE THAT I WELCOME CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICIZM AND ALTERNATIVE IDEAS TO ANYTHING I PROPOSE OR HAVE A SAY IN. I HAVE NEVER WANTED ANYONE TO AGREE TO JUST AGREE WITH MY IDEAS OR VIEWS. TO HAVE DIFFERENT OPINIONS AND VIEWS IS WHAT ONCE MADE THIS COUNTRY STRONG AND GREAT AND IT ALSO THE MARK OF A GOOD LEADER TO BE ABLE TO TAKE THOSE DIFFERENT OPINIONS AND ADAPT AND CHANGE WITH THEM. THIS IS HOW WE ALL LEARN, ATLEAST THAT’S HOW IT WORKED FOR ME. PLEASE CORRECT ME IF I’M WRONG HERE BUT IF YOU TOOK THE TIME TO LOOK AT THOSE INDIVIDUAL DOCUMENTS THAT TRUMP FILED YOU HAVE TO ASK YOURSELF IF HE WAS TRYING TO COVER IT UP WHICH IS WHAT THEY ALLEDGE HE DID WHY WOULD YOU FILE THE DOCUMENTS IN THE FIRST PLACE? THERE WERE INVOICES, CHECKS, IRS DOCUMENTS ETC. DOES THAT REALLY SOUND LIKE SOMEONE WHO WANTED TO HIDE THE FACT HE PAID THAT MONEY? IT WAS ACTUALLY WELL DOCUMENTED AND SELF ADMITTED HE PAID HER TO SHUT UP. SO, WHERE IS THE CRIME? MY PONT EXACTLY! NOW TO A LAY PERSON LIKE MYSELF IF I HAD FILED ALL THOSE DOCUMENTS, IT MEANS I HAD NO INTENTION OF HIDING IT. AND FOR CALLING THE REIMBURSEMENT OF MONEY TO COHEN “LEGAL FEES” I BELIEVE WAS TOTALLY ACCURATE. YOU MEAN TO TELL ME THAT IF I HAVE A LAWYER ON RETAINER AND THAT LAWYER ENCURES EXPENDITURES RELATED TO HIS WORK ON MY BEHALF THAT HE ISN’T ENTITLED TO BEING RE-IMBURSED? I DON’T CARE IF THE LAWYER HAD THE MONEY IN HIS BANK ACCOUNT OR HE MORTGAGED HIS HOUSE TO FRONT THE MONEY FOR THE EXPENSE, HE STILL SHOULD BE RE-IMBURSED FOR HIS EXPENSES ON BEHALF OF HIS CLIENT. SO, FOR TRUMP TO LABEL THE PAYMENTS HE MADE TO THE LAWYER AS ATTORNEY EXPENSES HE WASN’T LYING. IT WAS RE-IMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES THAT WERE INCURRED BY A LAW FIRM IN A LEGITIMENT EXPENSE ON BEHALF OF A CLIENT. AND LASTLY IT WAS NOT PROVEN THAT HE USED CAMPAIGN FUNDS TO MAKE THE PAYMENTS. IT’S ONLY THAT HE MADE THE PAYMENTS DURING AN ELECTION CAMPAINGN IS WHAT THEY ALLEDGED QUALIFIY’S THEM TO BRING THE CHARGES. IF THIS ISN’T THE BIGGEST CROCK OF SHIT, I HAVE EVER HEARD IN MY LIFE I DON’T KNOW WHAT IS. MY FRIENDS I DO NOT ADVOCATE VIOLENCE. I DON’T WANT TO SEE ANY BAD THINGS HAPPEN OR THIS COUNTRY PLUNGE INTO A CIVIL WAR OVER THIS TRAVESTY OF JUST US. SO PLEASE AS MUCH AS I AM BOILING ON THE INSIDE, AND AS MUCH AS I WANT TO ENGAGE IN SOME WAY TO RIGHT THIS HUGE WRONG I WILL NOT SUCUMB TO VIOLENCE. WE STILL HAVE A PLETHRA OF WAYS THAT THE CONSTITUTION AND THE LAW PROVIDES TO PEACFULLY SETTLE THIS. MAKE NO MISTAKE THOUGH. I AM NOT A PUSH OVER AND I WILL DO WHAT IT TAKES TO DEFEND THE CONSTITUTION OF THIS COUNTRY AND THE WELL BEING OF MY FAMILY SHOULD IT COME TO THAT. THE ENTIRE WORLD HAS JUST BEEN SHOWN HOW THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES CAN TURN AGAINST ANYONE OF IT’S CITIZENS AT ANYTIME FOR ANY REASON. JUSTIFIED OR NOT. OUR FOREFATHERS WERE GREATLY CONCERNED OF EXACTLY WHAT IS HAPPENING NOW TO HAVE WRITTEN IN CHECKS AND BALANCES IN THE CONSTITUTION TO PREVENT WHAT WE ARE EXPERIENCING YET THESE POLITICIANS HAVE YEAR AFTER YEAR AFTER YEAR SLOWLY CHIPPED AWAY AT THOSE CONSTITUNIAL SAFEGUARDS UNTIL THEY GET WHAT THEY WANT. AND LOOK EVERYONE ……………THEY GOT WHAT THEY WANTED DONALD TRUMP CONVICTED! IT’S NOT A STRETCH OF THE IMAGINATION THAT THEY CAN DO THIS TO ANYONE OF US ANYTIME THEY WANT. BE AWARE MY FRIENDS, BE READY, BE PREPARED BECAUSE I BELIEVE WE JUST MIGHT SEE THE ULTIMATE SHIT STORM IN HISTORY PLAY OUT HERE SOON. I WELCOME YOUR THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS ON THIS RUSS WRPB 458 To se mi líbí 0 komentářů Komentář 0 komentářů 0 comments debug Komentáře Napsat komentář... Napsat komentář... Russ Cassedy Getting to know me v General Discussion Hello. I am the "other" Russ. I've lived in Las Vegas all my life (62) years. I worked for Clark County Parks on the maintenance side for 30 years. For most of that time I managed keeping the park's green and the lights on. I'm now semi retired. I've been doing handyman work for the past five years. I've been married for over forty years. I had three children and seven grandchildren. I got my ham Technician and GMRS license back in 2016 but got busy with other things and I'm just getting back into it again recently. I love classic cars and currently own a 1967 Cadillac Eldorado and take it to car shows. If anyone is interested in knowing about upcoming events feel free to hit me up. I also love NHRA drag racing and attend both National races here in the spring and fall. I'm also rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs to win the upcoming Super Bowl! To se mi líbí 1 komentář Komentář 1 komentář 1 comments debug 1 komentář Napsat komentář... Napsat komentář... Třídit podle: Nejnovější Russell Mindas 05. 3. 2024 Thanks for sharing Russ! I love the Cadillac! Hopefully others will follow your lead h ere and we can get to know one another better..... 73 Russ wrpb458 To se mi líbí Reagovat Russell Mindas Bum's, Creeps, Homeless in front of Stores v General Discussion I have lived on the east side of the valley for over 26 years and i can't remember a time when i was disgusted to go to the local stores around here. Over the years i've watch the area slowly decay, infiltrated with homeless people who are nasty and disgusting, rude, and thieves. But yet our small neighborhood has managed to keep most of the crap out. You can actually pull in to the property and forget whats going on out their. We used to be nick named the oasis by metro because the amount of calls to the property were minimal. Something like 3 calls in 5 years. It's gone up since then but yet nothing dramatic. I know many people on the radio are retired law enforcement and a good number are active law enforcement. So with that said i am well aware of the challenges that face the police in this valley. My hat's off to law enforcement here you men and women have a set of brass balls bigger than anything i've ever seen. Just the notion of trying to combat the evil in this valley is so overwhelming to me i wouldn't want to be a cop here for all the tea in china. When i hear the other side of everything, the people who have been arrested or just out of jail etc., and they claim metro screwed them or used unsavery ways to arrest them, i ask...... well why were you in that position in the first place that you had to have a confrontation with the police? Think about this a bit. Had you not put yourself in a position that was questionable you would not have had to experience the hospitality of the police. Notice i say "YOU" quite often. It's because the cops don't just drive around and mess with people who aren't doing anything for shits and giggles. So to those of you who hang out in front of the 7/11's, gas stations, and parking lots of casinos constantly begging for money, go get a life asshole. I am sick and tired of going to a business and eveytime i get out of my vehicle i am approached by some dope head, drunk, or creep that askes me for a buck or can you spare any change? Unfortunately for those business's that allow this to continue in front of their stores i choose to go to a store where the freaks are not out front. I've often thought why the hell doesn't metro do something about this....? Well in further thought i have to see police dept's. view too. They don't have time for dealing with these creeps, because they are dealing with home invasions, shootings, muggings, stabbings and the like. My god what has las vegas turned into? So to all the business owners out there [I used to be one of them] get off your lazy ass and do something about the issue of these creeps on your private property. Don't be so damn cheap and hire a good security gaurd to deal with it or just use the plain old fashion way of throwing them off your property yourself. Don't tell me you don't have 5 or 10 buddies that you can round up and show these creeps their not wanted. Until someone does something i'll continue to go out of my way to business that don't allow this shit to continue. How can you sit there and do nothing? You need to grow a set of balls and protect your investment and your families future from these people. To se mi líbí 1 komentář Komentář 1 1 komentář 1 comments debug 1 komentář Napsat komentář... Napsat komentář... Třídit podle: Nejnovější Russ Cassedy 31. 1. 2024 • I grew up and lived on the east side for many years. We moved from there in 2014 to the SW part of town to live near my son to watch our grandchildren. Even back then my wife wouldn't shop at the Walmart on Nellis. It is terrible that more… Více To se mi líbí Reagovat Russell Mindas Welcome to the Forum v General Discussion Share your thoughts. Feel free to add GIFs, videos, hashtags and more to your posts and comments. Get started by commenting below. To se mi líbí 1 komentář Komentář 1 1 komentář 1 comments debug 1 komentář Napsat komentář... Napsat komentář... Třídit podle: Nejnovější Russell Mindas 13. 8. 2023 I thought i would try something here non-radio related. Too often we as consumers get bent over a barrel and just say oh well and move on. Well when you F**ked for $3885.10 from a car repair shop i think its time to put these assholes on blast. My advice… Více To se mi líbí Reagovat Russell Mindas Introduce yourself v General Discussion We'd love to get to know you better. Take a moment to say hi to the community in the comments. To se mi líbí 0 komentářů Komentář 0 komentářů 0 comments debug Komentáře Napsat komentář... Napsat komentář... Forum - Frameless

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700 Community News Say good bye to 2024! The new year is just around the corner. With a new year comes a new look for the 700 roster. Take a look at the new and improved roster below. Helpful Links LOCAL GMRS REPEATERS CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS FRS/GMRS FREQUENCY CHART USA GMRS RADIO My GMRS FCC Website Las Vegas' dystopia-sphere, powered by 150 Nvidia GPUs and drawing up to 28,000,000 watts, is both a testament to the hubris of humanity and an admittedly impressive technical feat. News By Andy Edser published July 11, 2024 The Las Vegas Sphere might have an impressive spec sheet, but its energy demands are almost as staggering. Las Vegas is a city known for its commitment to the excesses of human consumption. Here, you can gamble away your life savings, drink yourself silly in its many over-priced bars, and generally live out your high-roller fantasies in the middle of the scorchingly hot and dry Nevada desert. Now Nvidia has revealed that the displays of the now-iconic Las Vegas Sphere—a gigantic spherical entertainment arena sitting at the heart of Sin City—are powered by 150 of its RTX A6000 desktop workstation GPUs. For those that like big numbers, well, hold onto your hats. Each of those GPUs feature over 10,752 cores, 48 GB of memory and have a 300 W TDP, for a grand total of 1,612,800 cores, 7,200 GB of GDDR6 memory, and a potential maximum power draw of 45,000 W at full tilt (via Wccftech ). And that's just the beginning of the staggering figures. Those GPUs power 16 internal displays, each with a resolution of 16K, alongside 1.2 million programmable LED pucks coating the exterior of the sphere. Content is streamed from an outside facility using Nvidia BlueField DPUs and ConnectX-6 DX NICs via Nvidia's Rivermax media streaming software, which ensures everything stays in sync across all those screens. A ll of that hardware comes at a cost. Beyond the $2.3 billion spent on its construction, it's estimated that the Sphere is capable of drawing 28,000,000 watts of power. For reference, 1,000,000 watts, or 1 megawatt, is said to be enough to satisfy the instantaneous demand of 750 homes at once in the California/Nevada area, meaning that 28 megawatts would be equivalent to the power necessary for 21,000 homes. Currently, an agreement is under review to ensure that 70% of the Sphere's power needs will come from solar sources, with the other 30% from non-renewable energy that will be offset by renewable energy credits. Nevada has pledged to achieve net zero emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050, and the solar project under construction to help offset its energy debt is estimated to complete in 2027. In the meantime, the Sphere sits as a gigantic monument to the excesses of modern technology taken to an extreme. While the sheer technical achievement here is impressive, I can think of few things more indicative of the current state of sustainability in tech more than a gigantic screen in the middle of a city devoted to excess—in the middle of the desert—blasting advertisements and entertainment media, while long-term renewable energy solutions to power it are still under development. Still, pretty though, aint it?