The FD rules specify the rig must be run from a power source other than mains. But how would station accessories (like a power meter used to ensure QRP power compliance, for example) or non-station g
Technically, only the rigs need to be on emergency power in the Class A category. All other items (i.e lights, computer, etc.) can be on commercial mains. 73, AL, K0AD In a message dated 5/15/2013 6:
Well, I guess you have the actual rules and the spirit of the rules. For one thing, there are categories that are meant for entrants from home and allow operation from the mains. But the original ide
Except if the computer is used to key the rig, then it has to be on emergency power. If it is used only to log, it doesn't need to be emergency powered. 73, Gerry, K8GT == Technically, only the rigs
Jeff/All: The auxiliary power (generator, battery, solar, etc.) refer to the power directly connected to the transmitting/receiving equipment. Anything else can be run off the power grid. There have
Maybe not. If the computer is connected to the radio and directly controls it (such as telling it to send CQ or the exchange), then it becomes part of the radio and should be included on the radio po
Gerry, Thanks. What is the logic for that? Curious... 73/jeff/ac0c www.ac0c.com alpha-charlie-zero-charlie Except if the computer is used to key the rig, then it has to be on emergency power. If it i
The wording of the rule, for Class A stations, from http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2013/2013%20Rules.pdf is : "To be listed as Class A, all contacts must be made with transmitter(s) and rec
Keep reading. From the Field Day FAQ: Q. What equipment at our Field Day site must be operated off of the emergency power in order to claim the 100- point per transmitter bonus? A. You must operate a
Good find. Carefully hidden on Page 15 of the 44 page FD packet in http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2013/2013-FD-Packet-V3.pdf . Was this a change for 2013 ? Speaking of rules changes for 201