[CQ-Contest] [RTTY] I just have to ask

[W0MU Mike Fatchett]

Would using the beacon system to check propagation put you into the assisted
category?

I am all for the beacon network.  What I don't like is the apparent feeling
of ownership of the frequencies by the beacon operators.  If someone can
point me to the exact waivers and rulings by the FCC giving anyone exclusive
right to the beacon frequencies I would appreciate it.  


-----Original Message-----
From: rtty-bounces at contesting.com [mailto:rtty-bounces at contesting.com] On
Behalf Of J. Edward (Ed) Muns
Sent: Saturday, March 07, 2009 7:36 AM
To: n6pe at yahoo.com
Cc: rtty at contesting.com
Subject: Re: [RTTY] I just have to ask

> With thousands of stations on the air during a contest, exactly what 
> purpose does a beacon serve?

The beacon system allows one to quickly check for openings on the high bands
in a predictable manner because you know precisely the location and power
levels of the signals.  Having lots of stations on the air can provide
broader conclusions although it will take longer and have more uncertainty.
This is perhaps more useful in DX contests but still valuable in checking
10-15 meter openings in NAQP.

Ed - W0YK

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