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21. Re: Topband: MT report (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Thu, 2 Oct 2008 14:00:56 -0700
night after night. It seems things are different here on the West Coast, as I listened for OJ0B and could never hear them, even with my S1 or S2 noise level. There seems to be a big difference in RX
/archives//html/Topband/2008-10/msg00010.html (7,366 bytes)

22. Re: Topband: 160 meter yagi (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:43:31 -0800
"More giant antennas of the North from OH6KN on a tower of more than 100 meters. Jukka says this monster will be in full operation by the summer of 2009 Summer. The installation of loading coils on t
/archives//html/Topband/2008-11/msg00230.html (7,473 bytes)

23. Topband: Conditions to N. Cal (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 09:02:38 -0800
Greetings Fellow TopBanders, Well, this just goes to show you, even a blind squirrel finds and acorn once in a while! Last night I worked, not just one, but TWO, Europeans on Topband. Normally, I can
/archives//html/Topband/2008-12/msg00027.html (7,608 bytes)

24. Re: Topband: Spam: VK to W0 this AM on 160m (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 08:03:33 -0700
years) of about a Conditons to the South Pacific were indeed good this morning. I heard N7XM work a VK this morning and then I called CQ and VK6HD came back. At first I thought he was a VE6 he was so
/archives//html/Topband/2009-10/msg00007.html (7,683 bytes)

25. Topband: Conway Reef (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 11:42:51 -0700
Does anyone know if Conway Reef will be QRO on Topband? Their website lists rigs and antennas, but no amps as far as I can see. Thanks, Bob/AA6VB _______________________________________________ Topba
/archives//html/Topband/2009-10/msg00018.html (6,893 bytes)

26. Re: Topband: Spam: Re: Low Dipole for RX (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 11:33:29 -0700
(he it I had one here for a few years and it, too, was a waste of time and energy. I never once used it to work a station I could not hear better on another antenna. However, others have reported di
/archives//html/Topband/2009-10/msg00021.html (8,332 bytes)

27. Topband: Base Loaded 160 Meter Vertical Vs. Helically Wound Vertical. (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:49:22 -0700
Hello Fellow Top Banders, Does anyone have an opinion as to which of two antennas would be more efficient, assuming the same ground system (8 elevated radials) : 1. 60 Foot Base Loaded Tapered Alumin
/archives//html/Topband/2009-10/msg00156.html (7,596 bytes)

28. Re: Topband: AAARRRAAGH ##$!@@!! (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:51:13 -0800
I have never understood the mentality of people who tune up on the DX stations frequency ___________ Regarding tuning up, a few thoughts: First, plan ahead. Tune up when the band is dead. This minimi
/archives//html/Topband/2009-11/msg00071.html (8,538 bytes)

29. Re: Topband: Is this considerd assisted (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Sun, 8 Nov 2009 14:24:57 -0800
The guilt could dog you forever. Sent from my iPhone _______________________________________________ 160 meters is a serious band, it should be treated with respect. - TF4M
/archives//html/Topband/2009-11/msg00254.html (9,788 bytes)

30. Topband: MFJ 1026 Noise Canceller (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 08:36:45 -0800
Yesterday I spent a few hours setting up my MFJ 1026 Noise Canceller using my TX antenna (1/8 wave base loaded vertical) and my K9AY loop as the "sense" antenna. Using both antennas I was able to pea
/archives//html/Topband/2009-11/msg00265.html (6,965 bytes)

31. Re: Topband: MFJ 1026 Noise Canceller (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 09:15:10 -0800
I often find that if I can get a modest null, then I can find a much deeper and profound one with extra work either in futzing with the adjustments of playing around with the configuration of the noi
/archives//html/Topband/2009-11/msg00267.html (7,564 bytes)

32. Topband: Loud clicks (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Mon, 4 Jan 2010 08:13:53 -0800
Proposed New Year Resolution - This season I have noticed more key clicks than last season. When we discuss this important issue, we should all take a close look at our signals, to make sure they are
/archives//html/Topband/2010-01/msg00047.html (9,088 bytes)

33. Topband: Double Delta Loop (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Fri, 5 Feb 2010 09:13:23 -0800
Fellow Topbanders, I am embarrassed to have to ask this, but I assume the double delta loop receive from the direction opposite feed point (that is, signals coming from the direction opposite the fee
/archives//html/Topband/2010-02/msg00066.html (6,886 bytes)

34. Re: Topband: "Linear Loading" & 160-Meters (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:15:41 -0800
Hi Ed, FWIW, I had a linear loaded elevated vertical for a few years, and then switched to a 60 foot base loaded (8" air core, made of 10 gauge wire) also elevated and my "impression" is that the bas
/archives//html/Topband/2010-02/msg00188.html (9,544 bytes)

35. Re: Topband: Spam: Magic Antenna Land (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Tue, 2 Mar 2010 08:28:59 -0800
Should Oval.. 1) Connect his Ground rod in salt water to his radials 2) Use radials only and forget his Ground rod 3) Start building a new linear using a 3cx3000A7 or greater 4) Prepare for his 5th D
/archives//html/Topband/2010-03/msg00005.html (8,292 bytes)

36. Re: Topband: Spam: Sunrise enhancement on 160? (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:07:03 -0700
of the DX station at HIS sunrise. It varies, but I hear often it both ways. On the West Coast, I sometimes hear a peak from EU stations here in CA in my evening (EU sunrise). I also see a peak from
/archives//html/Topband/2010-04/msg00062.html (7,755 bytes)

37. Topband: BOG Question (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Thu, 21 Oct 2010 13:19:18 -0700
Dear All, I have a 500 foot roll of 14G THHN wire on a reel I use for a BOG. What is the effect of rolling out, say 175 feet, with the rest on the reel vs. cutting the wire at 175 feet. In other word
/archives//html/Topband/2010-10/msg00110.html (6,910 bytes)

38. Topband: Beverage Switching System (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:12:38 -0700
Can anyone recommend a good quality switch that can perform two functions: (a) switch between two radios and (b) select among multiple RX antennas (with at least four ports)? The switch will not be u
/archives//html/Topband/2010-10/msg00128.html (6,585 bytes)

39. Re: Topband: Will a short beverage work? (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:04:19 -0800
Jim, Try a BOG in each of the directions you listed. You may be pleasantly surprised by the results. I used a 105 foot BOG and it was a MAJOR improvement over my TX vertical. I have since lengthened
/archives//html/Topband/2010-11/msg00072.html (8,818 bytes)

40. Re: Topband: Do short beverages "work"? (score: 1)
Author: "Chortek, Robert L" <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:35:31 -0800
....these tests remove all doubts that a "short" Beverage is a superb antenna. I agree! I have a 225 foot unterminated BOG and can attest to the fact it provides a SUBSTANTIAL improvement in SN ratio
/archives//html/Topband/2011-01/msg00145.html (9,199 bytes)


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