Contesters, At Dayton I purchased the MFJ/Hygain RBD 5 Rotator Brake Delay kit. The week prior to IARU I installed it in my T2X controller. On the bench not connected to the rotator it performed per
Bill, I must interject one comment here. Computer interfacing to an FT1000 could not be simpler. All that's required is a Dsub connector and a DIN connector. Len, K1NU sells interface cables for many
John, IC746 receiver doesn't handle contest band conditions and IM very well. I have owned one for about 4 years and originally bought it for use as radio I recently bought an FT1000 because of the r
Chuck, Well, I guess that's why there are Kenwoods, Yaesus, Icoms, TenTecs, Hondas, Fords, Chevys and Toyotas. Everyone hears and processes audio differently. I must add here that I prefer the AUDIO
Jim, You're right on regarding the two antenna ports. I've used that feature during contests like the NAQP to automatically switch signal paths (tribander/ 2 el 40 vs low band wires with tuner, etc)
Gerry, Well, if you look closely it looks like there's a UHF yagi mounted vertically between the tribander and what looks to be a 6m yagi up top. Yagis are "wireless" communication devices aren't the
Steve, I am careful but probably run 'em a little too hot when I'm on the broadcast radio. After 44 years in broadcasting and 25 years as a ham I still have most of my hearing...save some high freque
Bob (and all) As far as having time available for contesting DIVORCE has really cleared my activities calendar. I can operate any contest any time. However, I cannot recommend this method. There are
QST Contesters! The December WorldRadio "Contest Corner" column will be titled "A Contesters Christmas List" It's going to be YOUR wish list. Your "Christmas wish" can relate to operating ( a new rad
Dear OM and YL contesters! I know it's a bit early to start thinking about the Holidays, but I have no choice. The editor's deadline for my December WorldRadio column is 1 October. The topic for the
Nothing compared to the subsequent divorce settlement! I think I've found a topic for a future WR "Contest Corner" column. Thanks, guys! 73, Mark S. Williams, K9GX Editor World Radio "Contest Corner"
This echoes exactly the discussion N4GN and I had about this today. I'd also like some information on this for my column in World Radio. Tim? Happy Holidays, Mark, K9GX -- Original Message -- From: "
Folks, The next topic for the WR "Contest Corner" column will be "Computer vs. Paper logging: Which is faster and more efficient?" I'd like your thoughts on which logging method you use during contes
The "band plan" is a SUGGESTION. C'mon guys. The NAQP power limit is 100 watts. Very few of us have much more than wire antennas on 160. The contest runs 12 hours. I seriously doubt most of us operat
Fellow contesters, Due to the unfortunate and untimely crash of my PC's hard drive I am going to revise the topic for the WorldRadio "Contest Corner" column for June. I've received several requests a
I think it was just a general reference to a "glass bottle", one containing "enhanced" hops, of course. FWIW, K9GX (enjoying a cold 807 full of Michelob dark after the VHF test) --Original Message--
David, Are you saying those big stacks also function as "bug zappers"? Sorry, couldn't resist. See you in August. 73, Mark Mark S. Williams K9GX k9gx@n4gn.com Elizabeth, IN 47117 --Original Message--
Contesters, The topic for the September WorldRadio "Contest Corner" column will be "Effective Techniques for Improving Contest Logging Accuracy" I'll touch briefly on UBN reports, penalty policies in
Contesters, Thanks to George, K5TR; Buddy, KC4WQ; Harry, AC8G; Rick, K6VVA; Dallas, W3PP; Ward, N0AX; Randy, K5ZD; and Al, KE1FO for some great input on the topic of improving accuracy which will be
CQ Contesters! I'm putting together the December "Contest Corner" column for WR magazine. The December column will be a year end, holiday season wrap up of 2007. The topic will be the "Best of 2007"