Timtron

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Timtron is the nickname of Tim Smith, WA1HLR. Tim is famous as an AM radio enthusiast, known for a vast knowledge of AM radio engineering. On most evenings, he can be heard operating his ham station on or near the AM window of 3885 KHz. He is closely associated with WBCQ, and assisted Allan Weiner in the construction of the station. He also is a frequent WBCQ on-air personality. Timtron's radio show, Radio Timtron Worldwide, has entertained listeners for over eight years on WBCQ.

In addition to his radio engineering knowledge, Tim is well known for his off color humor, a unique "Down East" accent, and colorful jargon.

Timtron resides in a compound in Skowhegan, Maine. In the early 1990's, his home was destroyed by a fire. Today, his primary transmitter facilities are in an old school bus parked on his property.

Timtron is a charter member of FARTS and the founder of TIT. In addition to all his other activities, Timtron serves as the Director of On-Site Communications at The NEAR-Fest and is a Founding Member of that esteemed organization.

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