[SCCC] So Cal Edison Power Line Noise Talk

[Richard J. Norton]

FYI -

The Associated Radio Amateurs of Long Beach is one of the Southwestern
Division's larger clubs, and in fact a Special Service Club.

I noticed that their meeting this Friday night has a talk on power
line interference by a Southern California Edison specialist. This is
a topic of great interest to contesters. I'm certain that you all
would be welcome at the meeting.

I'm half thinking of attending myself, having been fighting with SCE
to get line noise fixed for over 6 months.
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>From the ARALB web-page, http://www.aralb.org/

THE CLUB MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE SIGNAL HILL COMMUNITY CENTER
1780 E. HILL STREET
at 7:00 PM

 April 3rd

Guest speaker

Brian C. Thorson,  AF6NA

Brian Thorson,  AF6NA, is an expert when it comes to Electro-Magnetic
Interference. His presentation talks about ordinary appliances we use
everyday, that create interference on our radio equipment. Also, he
will be talking about the delivery system and support structures SCE
uses to deliver power to our homes. Don’t miss out on this informative
program, see you soon!

Radio and TV Interference (RTVI) Presentation

 The presentation covers a brief technical review of electro-magnetic
interference (EMI), more detailed information about interference from
power lines, the typical causes, and a short overview of SCE power
delivery voltages and structures.  SCE’s RTVI investigation program is
described in detail and how customers can access this free service.
Sources of interference from both home appliances and utility sources
are identified to assist customers in their own investigation, if so
desired.  The electronic tools and equipment used by SCE service
personnel in locating interference are also included in the
presentation for the more technical members of the audience.  Finally,
a message on electrical safety and warnings about staying away from
potentially hazardous voltages is also emphasized.

 Bio:

 Brian Thorson, AF6NA, has been with Southern California Edison for
over seventeen years and is an Electric and Magnetic Fields
Specialist. During that time he has worked in the Corporate Safety,
Regulatory Police, Public Affairs, Transmission and Distribution
Engineering, Telecommunications, and Power Grid Operations in a
variety of technical and professional roles. With his over 25 years in
the electric / electronics industries, Brian has worked in several
fields including television, satellite communications, and medical
electronics.

After the meeting join us at
Hof's Hut Restaurant
 2147 N Bellflower Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90815

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73,

Dick, N6AA
n6aa at arrl.org