- 121. Re: Topband: Am I the only one in step? (score: 1)
- Author: mstangelo@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 1 Mar 2016 19:44:24 +0000 (UTC)
- James, Let's assume region 1 and 3 allow high power SSB operation above 1.850 Mhz and CQ "recommends" that operators say above 1.850 Mhz and away from the 1.910 QRP or 1.995-2.000 experimental segmen
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-03/msg00013.html (11,009 bytes)
- 122. Re: Topband: Low band antenna project questions (score: 1)
- Author: mstangelo@comcast.net
- Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2016 14:49:12 +0000 (UTC)
- Gary, I have an inverted L similar to this setup and it does a decent job on 160 through 20 meters. I put up an inverted L supported in trees because it fit he backyard layout. It is 5/16 long with a
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-03/msg00088.html (9,290 bytes)
- 123. Re: Topband: VK0EK confirmation (score: 1)
- Author: mstangelo@comcast.net
- Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2016 17:26:16 +0000 (UTC)
- Jim, This outburst is unnecessary and goes against the spirit of Amateur radio and the Topband. A operator's participation should not depend on any donation from any "sponsors". This is also unprofes
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-04/msg00107.html (10,067 bytes)
- 124. Re: Topband: WSPR during eclipse (score: 1)
- Author: mstangelo@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 31 May 2016 18:38:26 +0000 (UTC)
- You may want to check out the excellent WSPR kit selection from QRP Kits: <http://qrp-labs.com/ultimate3.html> Mike N2MS Totally agree. I'm thinking of putting together some cheap Part 15 transmitter
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-05/msg00069.html (7,332 bytes)
- 125. Re: Topband: Working Europe (score: 1)
- Author: mstangelo@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 2 Jul 2016 14:45:06 +0000 (UTC)
- I totally agree with Jim. We should use the band and not limit our QSo's to contesting or hunting DX. One of my goals in to work WAS QRP. When I have the time (and willpower) I get up around dawn to
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-07/msg00007.html (9,128 bytes)
- 126. Re: Topband: FAA, Tower Painting (score: 1)
- Author: mstangelo@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 19 Jul 2016 17:42:12 +0000 (UTC)
- Government usually does not unilaterally propose anything, except raining taxes. The proposal comes from a lobbying group representing an industry or a organization. Who is pushing this effort, the c
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-07/msg00040.html (7,624 bytes)
- 127. Re: Topband: WD-1 Wire impedance (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 10 Oct 2016 18:51:09 +0000 (UTC)
- Herb, Is that impedance for audio or RF frequencies? The best this is to use a RF bridge or analyzer to determine the impedance at the frequency of interest, which is 1.8Mhz in our case. Mike N2MS Th
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-10/msg00024.html (7,499 bytes)
- 128. Re: Topband: Pre-Stew coming up this Saturday........... (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 23:48:20 +0000 (UTC)
- Jim, Keep a positive attitude. Hope to work you in the future. .......and hope to hear work many of you.........stage 4 cancer inside me sooooooooooo, only two or three more "Stews" coming up, probab
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-10/msg00113.html (7,838 bytes)
- 129. Re: Topband: Where is everyone? (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Sat, 22 Oct 2016 14:43:28 +0000 (UTC)
- Don, I believe there are multiple factors causing this. - Hams are spending more time on the Internet instead of the air. Groups like this have replaced ragchewing. - I find new young hams are turned
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-10/msg00137.html (9,798 bytes)
- 130. Re: Topband: coax soldering (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Sun, 4 Dec 2016 15:56:19 -0500 (EST)
- I don't like soldering to coax connectors and use crimp connectors. I know they made BNC crimp connectors for RG-6. They may make crimp type PL259 connectors for RG-6. Another option is to stick with
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-12/msg00029.html (9,710 bytes)
- 131. Re: Topband: New user, some advice needed. (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 21 Dec 2016 17:54:05 -0500 (EST)
- Pat, My Inverted L is longer than a quarter wavelength. I also use it on the HF bands 80-20 and it is easier to match since it is not a multiple of a half wavelength Mike N2MS _________________ Topba
- /archives//html/Topband/2016-12/msg00227.html (9,897 bytes)
- 132. Re: Topband: Terminating resistors (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2017 13:58:42 -0500 (EST)
- I use these on my dummy loads. Keep in mind that they need to be mounted on a heat sink and because of the small size they don't handle surges like their larger brothers. If there is a change of ligh
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-01/msg00087.html (8,053 bytes)
- 133. Re: Topband: twisted house wiring (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2017 17:06:26 -0500 (EST)
- BX cable is still required in New York City. I had to use it when I lived in Queens. How did the metal wrapper get hot? Was current passing througgh it? The BX I had included a ground wire; maybe the
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-02/msg00067.html (8,950 bytes)
- 134. Re: Topband: Ladder line Beverage Installation (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 13 Apr 2017 15:08:54 -0400 (EDT)
- I drive the metals posts into the ground and slide a 10 foot section of gray PVC pipe over the post for my supports. Mike N2MS _________________ Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-04/msg00028.html (9,645 bytes)
- 135. Re: Topband: Ladder line Beverage Installation (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Sat, 13 May 2017 11:23:55 -0400 (EDT)
- Fritz, I cut a U shaped slot on the top, install a short piece of tubing and run the wire through the tubing. I keep the tubing in place by placing a black UV proof tywrap on the top of the pipe. I u
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-05/msg00026.html (10,412 bytes)
- 136. Re: Topband: Best 160 antenna (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Mon, 28 Aug 2017 12:48:11 -0400 (EDT)
- Have there been any professional studies done on the efficiency of elevated radials? One would think the broadcast industry would be interested in a few elevated radials instead of burying all that e
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-08/msg00062.html (10,586 bytes)
- 137. Re: Topband: subject (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Fri, 27 Oct 2017 09:22:58 -0400 (EDT)
- I agree! This cow is dry. The problem is not the type of mode but the internet. We're spending too much time ragchewing on these groups instead of tickling the ether. Turn on your radio and give a ca
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-10/msg00249.html (8,340 bytes)
- 138. Re: Topband: No American activity (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2017 09:24:58 -0400 (EDT)
- Roger, That is late evening/early morning in the North America. I'm fast asleep on weekdays since I have to get up for work. I try to operate during your sunrise on Friday and Saturday nights when I
- /archives//html/Topband/2017-10/msg00303.html (8,194 bytes)
- 139. Re: Topband: Radial Wire System Comparison - (was adding a parasitic reflect (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Thu, 1 Feb 2018 17:19:43 -0500 (EST)
- Paul, I got a good deal on stranded teflon wire. It cost me $0. I lay it on the ground. The only issue I have with it is that the wire is stranded and it wicks in moisture. Teflon is easily nicked an
- /archives//html/Topband/2018-02/msg00019.html (10,147 bytes)
- 140. Re: Topband: TN5R to start tonight on TB (score: 1)
- Author: MICHAEL ST ANGELO <mstangelo@comcast.net>
- Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 16:12:40 -0400 (EDT)
- This has been happening for years with DX spotting. The technology has changed but the urge to get the new one hasn't Mike N2MS _________________ Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.co
- /archives//html/Topband/2018-03/msg00042.html (9,960 bytes)
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