This is interesting. I was playing catch up, reading through the messages queued since last night. I was about to suggest a new contest be created to test and exploit the CW Skimmer technology. It wo
Let's put this idea to the real acid test... Sorry... nope, you just got lucky, the cop didn't catch you this time. The rule is still on the books. 73 de Bob - KØRC in MN ___________________________
Ron, Although you might think the TowerTalk reflector would be another good resource, I am glad to see you posted your inquiry to the Contesting reflector to seek real-world experience. As you know,
1) Brown bottle opener? 2) To slip down the element tip to grip better when extracting a "frozen" connection? Using it instead of vise-grips like I had to do one time? 73 de Bob - KØRC in MN ________
Dan, I was looking over the FLQP rules and was surprised to see the 80m band (nor 160m) is not an operating choice. During the MNQP, over 15% of the contacts are logged on the 80m band. What is the t
This statement hits the nail squarely on the head! Again, I'll add my definition of "Single Operator" who is "not assisted". Put this fellow out in a field, in a tent or shack, with no outside connec
Your logging computer can operate EITHER "stand alone" within your sphere of influence OR be connected to a network of computers that exchange information outside your sphere of influence. Whether a
"The difference between these examples and skimmer - the operator does nothing aside from starting the program. Once it is running he has no part in any of the process(es) that deliver the callsign t
Already done: http://www.cinahazegh.com/2006/05/30/the-amazing-morse-code-keyboard/ 73 de Bob - KØRC in MN _______________________________________________ CQ-Contest mailing list CQ-Contest@contesti
I agree with Doug. When cheerleading reports are posted after a contest, it makes interesting reading. But during the contest (if I'm entered in assisted category) I question how much or how little
This weekend there will be 4 county-style contests on the air with mobile and fixed stations activating counties. These are the 7-landers, the Northeast gang, the Indiana operators, and the US-wide C
I received some good feedback and expect to apply suggestions that were offered. An important thing to know is the MARAC contest runs the full 48 hours this weekend. I corrected this and posted Versi
Thanks to Jack - N8WAV this new tool has taken a quantum leap forward in design and flexibility. I have uploaded Version 0.0.8 to the website. I will be adding an Instruction/Overview sheet in a futu
If I were activating a county under this circumstance, on phone I would periodically say "NØQXW in Garfield County Montana". And on CW I would sign NØQXW/MT periodically, or maybe even NØQXW/MTGAR. A
I'm sorry, I disagree with your disagreement... You said: "'What? I'll have to send my log in within one hour after the contest ends? Who do they think they are? Forget it!'. Gimme a break!" This wil
I am amazed at the callsigns I'm seeing on this petition to BAN technology! It leads me to believe there is unprecedented cheating going on in this petition process. If these petitioners REALLY belie
Bill, There seems to be a brisk business in QSL cards exchanging hands on eBay. Just search for "QSL Cards". If you are more ultraistic, then the Austrians have a gigantic QSL Collection and accept d
Jim, et. al., That's an interesting approach, especially for the examples you cited. On the other hand, it doesn't eliminate the problem I was trying to address. That is where there is more than one
Thanks Ron... I'll forward this to the CQ-Contest reflector to help spread the word. 73 de Bob - KØRC in MN Just saw this on the DXCC weblog about ARRL at Ham Radio Friedrichshafen June 27 through 29
There's two parts to this. The first part is clear by Randy's statement, regarding using skimmer within your own station not connected to anything else (internet). You can do that and remain in the S