Photo Gallery Instructions
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Contents: Instructions; Disclaimers;
The photos in the Other Installs album are arranged alphabetically by the call signs I originally received them from. A lot of the amateurs have now updated their calls, or changed vehicles. While this makes some of the photos a little long in tooth, they still represent a valid methodology in most cases (see disclaimer below). If any of your photos are outdated, or your call has changed, please let me know via e-mail. I'll do my best to update them as I have time.
If you have photos that you want to appear in the Other Installs album, there are a few things you need to do before you e-mail them to me.
First, the name of each photo should be in this format: k0bg1.jpg, k0bg2.jpg, and so forth. You can add a word or two after the photo, but if more information is required, send that with the photo, and if it isn't too wordy (please be brief), I'll add it to the description under the photo.
Photos may be jpg, tif, or, gif, but I prefer jpg format. Size matters, and if possible keep each file under 1 Mb, and preferably under 600 k (this may require resizing in a photo application).
Gallery resizes all files over 374 k, as this is the maximum viewable on a standard monitor (72 dpi). Fact is, even photos which are 640x480 provide a good deal of resolution. If you want some detail to show, then do a close up. If you do a close up, please don't send photos which are out of focus.
I prefer neat looking, permanent installs with safety, and convenience as bywords. Those using mag mounts, or other temporary means of attachment (bungie cords, velcro, springs, seat belts, etc.) will not be used, except in the HOS album.
There are photos posted in the HOS album which depict unsafe, and even dangerous situations. Identities have been cropped or otherwise covered up to protect the guilty, and I take no responsibility for any of them.
Other photos show poor antenna mounting locations and techniques; poor and unsafe transceiver installations; wiring errors; and other maladies. Again, I take no responsibility for any of them.
Remember, it is up to the individual to mount and wire, his/her own installation, and take full responsibility for any unsafe or dangerous practice.