# General

**URL:** https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/c/general/4.md

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## [About the General category](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/about-the-general-category/3)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/system)\
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**Last updated:** [12 February 2025 19:55 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/about-the-general-category/3 "2025-02-12T19:55:53Z")

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General CumbriaCQ community chat and topics that do not fit another category.

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## [NXDN and P25 USERS Now Available on CumbriaCQ](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/nxdn-and-p25-users-now-available-on-cumbriacq/570)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [19 October 2026 21:03 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/nxdn-and-p25-users-now-available-on-cumbriacq/570 "2026-10-19T21:03:22Z")

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NXDN & P25 USERS CumbriaCQ TalkGroup Numbers ARE 921 and 23534 on both. Just added them now to the system

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## [OnAIr SDR application](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/onair-sdr-application/571)

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**Author:** [@g7kse](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/g7kse)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [19 October 2026 20:16 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/onair-sdr-application/571 "2026-10-19T20:16:10Z")

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Found a nice bit of software recently, called OnAir. Its a more desktop focused application than 9G and it has way more options for an SDR and a lot of decoders. When i say a lot, i mean A LOT! I’ve not used all of them…

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## [Meshcore Navigator app development thread](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/meshcore-navigator-app-development-thread/551)

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**Author:** [@M7NCY](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M7NCY)\
**Replies:** 77\
**Last updated:** [19 October 2026 17:00 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/meshcore-navigator-app-development-thread/551 "2026-10-19T17:00:40Z")

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Im developing an app to explore and visualise meshcore traffic, it is also a desktop meshcore chat client that uses a lot of keyboard commands to navigate and join channels. It currently also has pixoo64 relay support bu…

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## [Thinknode M9 Security Advisory SD card malware risk](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/thinknode-m9-security-advisory-sd-card-malware-risk/560)

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**Author:** [@G0ISW](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/G0ISW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [18 September 2026 19:12 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/thinknode-m9-security-advisory-sd-card-malware-risk/560 "2026-09-18T19:12:39Z")

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if you own an M9 or know someone who does. Make sure to read and share this warning that has come to light following a factory security breach. This was posted on the Wadamesh discord today by the hosts. https://www.el…

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## [New DMR Server ISSUE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-dmr-server-issue/559)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [16 September 2026 21:13 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-dmr-server-issue/559 "2026-09-16T21:13:11Z")

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DMR SERVER UPDATE. Appologies I forgot to renew it and it went off today. I have just renewed it for the next 6 months. If its not getting used after 6 months ill remove it. You can support cumbriaCQ here: For info o…

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## [Exploring Reticulum](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/exploring-reticulum/552)

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**Author:** [@g7kse](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/g7kse)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [8 September 2026 14:06 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/exploring-reticulum/552 "2026-09-08T14:06:55Z")

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I’ve been looking into Reticulum a bit more and am liking what I am seeing so far, so thought its worth giving a bit of refresher in case anyone else was interested. Basics It’s a bit like Meshcore or Meshtastic but the…

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## [NEW – CumbriaCQ Mobile LIVE Dashboard](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-cumbriacq-mobile-live-dashboard/555)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [8 September 2026 13:30 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-cumbriacq-mobile-live-dashboard/555 "2026-09-08T13:30:34Z")

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:mobile\_phone: NEW – CumbriaCQ Mobile LIVE Dashboard I’ve built a new mobile dashboard specifically for operating mobile. When you’re out and about, it’s not always obvious whether your transmission is actually making …

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## [Richard M8XGO In Memory Page](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/richard-m8xgo-in-memory-page/550)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [5 September 2026 02:31 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/richard-m8xgo-in-memory-page/550 "2026-09-05T02:31:45Z")

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Ive finally finished Richard M8XGO Remeberance page on the cumbriaCQ website. A Callsign of Remeberance is at the bottom of the page. Please sign it if you knew Richard M8XGO any issues with the page please let me kno…

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## [Hello - new user here](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/hello-new-user-here/548)

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**Author:** [@Alan-H](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/Alan-H)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [4 September 2026 17:46 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/hello-new-user-here/548 "2026-09-04T17:46:46Z")

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Hi all, I just joined this group, I have an amateur licence - G8PRH, but not been “radio active” for a while, just discovered Meshcore and have set up a mesh repeater (Egremont-1) a bit basic at the moment, but a better …

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## [Video on the new DMR Master Server](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/video-on-the-new-dmr-master-server/549)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [4 September 2026 15:17 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/video-on-the-new-dmr-master-server/549 "2026-09-04T15:17:28Z")

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I made a video on how the DMR Master works and how to set it up in your pi. Hopefully you can follow it.

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## [New DMR Server - Instructions](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-dmr-server-instructions/546)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [30 August 2026 14:12 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-dmr-server-instructions/546 "2026-08-30T14:12:40Z")

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Hopefully I have explained how to connect / use the new dmr.cumbriacq.com server DMR SERVER - Hopefully I have explained how to conenct here Cumbria CQ DMR Server - CumbriaCQ UK

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## [CumbriaCQ Now Supports ICOMS Terminal Mode - More Info Here https://cumbriacq.com/icom-terminal-mode/ - Great for ICOM 9700 / Icom 52](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/cumbriacq-now-supports-icoms-terminal-mode-more-info-here-https-cumbriacq-com-icom-terminal-mode-great-for-icom-9700-icom-52/545)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [29 August 2026 15:58 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/cumbriacq-now-supports-icoms-terminal-mode-more-info-here-https-cumbriacq-com-icom-terminal-mode-great-for-icom-9700-icom-52/545 "2026-08-29T15:58:44Z")

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CumbriaCQ Now Supports ICOMS Terminal Mode - More Info Here Icom Terminal Mode - CumbriaCQ UK - Great for ICOM 9700 / Icom 52

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## [Cumbria Mesh Bulletin (CMB) - A little project I'm working on](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/cumbria-mesh-bulletin-cmb-a-little-project-im-working-on/529)

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**Author:** [@Dani](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/Dani)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [20 August 2026 10:01 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/cumbria-mesh-bulletin-cmb-a-little-project-im-working-on/529 "2026-08-20T10:01:10Z")

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Hi everyone, thought you might be interested in this. I’ve set up a room server as a public read only bulletin board that will (eventually) periodically post fully automated updates for the Cumbria area. Phase 1 – Bull…

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## [Phone & Windows Ham Radio App QSO One](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/phone-windows-ham-radio-app-qso-one/538)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [20 August 2026 07:53 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/phone-windows-ham-radio-app-qso-one/538 "2026-08-20T07:53:20Z")

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Ive been playing with this new app someone made. Works very well. Ive been connecting to cumbriaCQ via the YSF section. Free download to https://qso1.net/ Works on Phone and Windows PC.

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## [9GRadio Android app](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/9gradio-android-app/536)

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**Author:** [@g7kse](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/g7kse)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [19 August 2026 14:33 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/9gradio-android-app/536 "2026-08-19T14:33:15Z")

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Thought I’d share this. A really handy android app that connects to a V4 rtl-sdr with a bunch of decoders built in for AIS, APRS, ADSB, Digital etc. All free!

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## [Where to go with radio from here?](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/where-to-go-with-radio-from-here/535)

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**Author:** [@M7NCY](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M7NCY)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [17 August 2026 11:51 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/where-to-go-with-radio-from-here/535 "2026-08-17T11:51:43Z")

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Hi guys. im just looking for some help/advice really. I passed my Foundation licence in this past year and it’s been fun. i managed to get a diamond x50 up on the chimney stack in may so proper radio could happen. it sti…

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## [Anyone Intrested in my latest craze. My off grid Solar System build](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/anyone-intrested-in-my-latest-craze-my-off-grid-solar-system-build/530)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [5 August 2026 21:49 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/anyone-intrested-in-my-latest-craze-my-off-grid-solar-system-build/530 "2026-08-05T21:49:45Z")

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Anyone Intrested in my latest craze. My off grid Solar System build

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## [Remembering Richard M8XGO](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/remembering-richard-m8xgo/526)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [22 July 2026 08:39 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/remembering-richard-m8xgo/526 "2026-07-22T08:39:11Z")

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Hello everyone, Richard M8XGO I have received a message from Annis, Richard’s wife, asking me to share some information with his friends in the radio community. In accordance with Richard’s wishes, there will be no tr…

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## [Tools and Calculators added to the cumbriaCQ website](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/tools-and-calculators-added-to-the-cumbriacq-website/525)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [16 July 2026 23:16 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/tools-and-calculators-added-to-the-cumbriacq-website/525 "2026-07-16T23:16:22Z")

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Added to the cumbriaCQ website - 23 Calculators and Tools Antenna & feedline 4 tools RF & propagation6 tools Radio workshop 6 tools More station tools 7 tools UK repeater & gateway finder Find nearby UK radio system…

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## [Thank You - CURRENT Cumbria CQ Donations](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/thank-you-current-cumbria-cq-donations/524)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [5 July 2026 14:45 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/thank-you-current-cumbria-cq-donations/524 "2026-07-05T14:45:24Z")

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Thank you everyone who has donated to Cumbria CQ this year. it means alot. Here is a list of who donated in 2026

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## [Anglo Scottish CB Net Cumbria / Scotland](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/anglo-scottish-cb-net-cumbria-scotland/507)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [5 July 2026 12:55 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/anglo-scottish-cb-net-cumbria-scotland/507 "2026-07-05T12:55:25Z")

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Anglo Scottish CB NET FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 19:00 BST ON 27.395 USB

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## [Repeater not holding charge](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/repeater-not-holding-charge/505)

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**Author:** [@IanMc](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/IanMc)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [1 July 2026 12:01 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/repeater-not-holding-charge/505 "2026-07-01T12:01:47Z")

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Hi, My MC repeater ‘Clayhole Omni’ suddenly isnt holding a charge, its solar powered and was 100% until i updated to 1.16. Now the only way i can connect via phone app is when its connected via usb? Updated companion …

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## [Support CumbriaCQ - Need your help](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/support-cumbriacq-need-your-help/504)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [29 June 2026 15:09 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/support-cumbriacq-need-your-help/504 "2026-06-29T15:09:31Z")

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If you enjoy using the CumbriaCQ network, please consider supporting it from just £2 a month. CumbriaCQ is community run, and there are real running costs behind the scenes: repeater hosting, internet links, dashboards,…

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## [Verify Badge How do ya gain one?](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/verify-badge-how-do-ya-gain-one/494)

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**Author:** [@m7iau](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/m7iau)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [27 May 2026 18:36 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/verify-badge-how-do-ya-gain-one/494 "2026-05-27T18:36:07Z")

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how do u require a verify blue badge?

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## [How About a Wiresx](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/how-about-a-wiresx/491)

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**Author:** [@m7iau](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/m7iau)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [22 May 2026 09:57 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/how-about-a-wiresx/491 "2026-05-22T09:57:15Z")

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How about wiresx Node HRI200?

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## [The Reason to leave a gap between overs & 3 minute timer](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/the-reason-to-leave-a-gap-between-overs-3-minute-timer/492)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [19 May 2026 15:25 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/the-reason-to-leave-a-gap-between-overs-3-minute-timer/492 "2026-05-19T15:25:26Z")

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Just some of the stuff going on with CumbriaCQ - The Reason to leave a gap between overs & 3 minute timer

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## [New local POTA venue](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-local-pota-venue/483)

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**Author:** [@Richard](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/Richard)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [5 May 2026 18:01 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/new-local-pota-venue/483 "2026-05-05T18:01:08Z")

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Walkmill Community Woodland Reserve on the site of a coal mine which closed in the 60s is near Moresby Parks, and is somewhere we have been going for walks for years . I remember the big spoil heaps before it was landsc…

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## [So the antenna is up!](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/so-the-antenna-is-up/481)

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**Author:** [@M7NCY](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M7NCY)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [3 May 2026 14:54 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/so-the-antenna-is-up/481 "2026-05-03T14:54:05Z")

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Finally got the Diamond X50 on the chimney this weekend. Been trying to figure things out now its proper radio time. I have the FTM500 i got off of Lee set to 20w. So far here’s my experience: I put an audio test out on…

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## [145 Alive Official Website Launched](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/145-alive-official-website-launched/479)

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**Author:** [@M5LEE](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/u/M5LEE)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [24 April 2026 06:46 UTC](https://discourse.cumbriacq.com/t/145-alive-official-website-launched/479 "2026-04-24T06:46:35Z")

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Just seen this on Facebook @Richard site looks really good https://145alive.com/ Lee

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