I can't get N1MM to send an RST. I have the latest file, and have 05 VA
in the RST. But every macro that sends {EXCH} only sends 05 VA.
David Wilburn
NM4M
J. Edward (Ed) Muns wrote:
> After participating in the thread here today on the order of exchange
> elements for CQWW RTTY this weekend, I have a recommendation. Let's all try
> to use the order 'RST Zone State/Area' in our messages and wherever possible
> during the contest. This will reduce confusion and distraction.
>
> Note that I said "wherever possible". There may be good reasons in your
> specific situation where the Zone and State/Area need to be swapped. Or,
> maybe you feel strongly about following the literal wording in the rules.
> (However, it makes no difference to the contest sponsor or the contest
> itself.) But since the log submittal robot, and the log checking as well,
> expects 'RST Zone State/Area', I'm simply suggesting we standardize on that
> as a suggested practice. No different than recommending a CR-LF at the
> beginning of messages or a space at the end.
>
> Being consistent on things like this make the event easier to operate.
> Then, more personal attention is available for other aspects of operating.
>
> When someone sends the state/area prior to the zone, it is not wrong or bad
> or anything. They don't need to be corrected. ;>)
>
> (Well, unless it's me, then you can pile on all manner of criticism!)
>
> NOTE: Having said all this, remember that after the contest, your Cabrillo
> log file needs to follow the specification that requires 'RST Zn St'.
> Otherwise, the robot will not accept your log.
>
> 73,
> Ed P49X (W0YK)
>
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