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From: MarchandJohn on Tue, Oct 28, 1997 9:00
Subject: RE: [CQ-Contest] ARRL SS Query
To: Anthony Brooks; cq-contest
Hi Anthony,
Welcome to contesting. I've been doing QRP tests for about 20 years. Heres
the basics.
1. Read the rules and understand them.
2. Make post-it notes as to what keys do what on your computer and keyer.
3. If youre using a contest s/w, turn on "no dupes or worknodupes". It'll save
you time in checking if you wkd the guy b4.
4. Make sure your report is correct (write on a post-it in case you have to
repeat any portion of it. you can just glance at it.
5. ALONG WITH #1, THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT... Work at your own pace and speed.
Even if you dont burn up the world, you're out there TO HAVE FUN. AND
you'll work a whole bunch of states and Canadian provinces...
6. On search and Pounce, work from the bottom of the band and tune up. Most
others tune from the top-down, so you run into them and work 'em faster.
7. Dont get frustrated if you dont work someone on 2-3 calls, you'll run into
them again on another pass.
8. 20 will probably be your main band during the day but check 15/10 every
half hour or so to pick up some mults in the Carib. 40/80 will be hopping
at night, but dont forget 160.(depending on QRN)
Most of all, have fun and get the feel of contesting. You'll develop your
own operating practices that best fit YOU. I'll be looking for ya on all the
bands-- I'll be running QRP also.
73 es GL,
John K1RC (ex K1CGJ)
35 mi NW of Boston
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From: Anthony Brooks on Tue, Oct 28, 1997 5:46
Subject: [CQ-Contest] ARRL SS Query
To: cq-contest@contesting.com
Cc: stanreas@rev.net
Hello everyone,
I am contemplating operating Sweepstakes this year as a QRP station. I am
looking for suggestions on operating practices or general comments about
it. I have wire antennas on 20-160 and a vertical on 10 meters. Any
advice would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Anthony KF4LBD/QRP?
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