[CQ-Contest] CQ-Contest Digest, Vol 171, Issue 53

[George K5KG]

Bob, W5OV, was this a recent rule change?  If so, when was it put in place?

73, George k5kg


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>   1. Other ARRL rules that need to be fixed (w5ov at w5ov.com)
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> Subject: [CQ-Contest] Other ARRL rules that need to be fixed
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> Hopefully, the ARRL will also fix the truly stupid rule they have now
> concerning single ops:
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> 2.1.Single Operator: One person performs all transmitting, receiving, and
> logging functions as well as equipment and antenna adjustments.
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> How they slipped in this phrase: "as well as equipment and antenna
> adjustments" is indeed a mystery.  I wonder what the motivation was behind
> that and who proposed it?
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> The rule should only be:
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> 2.1.Single Operator: One person performs all transmitting, receiving, and
> logging functions.
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> Anything else is superfluous.
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> This precludes anyone who gets help building their station, hires someone
> to install their antennas, set up their software, etc., from ever entering
> as a single operator.
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> So, if you have a bunch of locals help you put up or repair your antenna,
> you can never enter as a single operator.  If you send your FTDX-5000 to
> Yaesu, for repair, you can never enter as single operator.  If you own a
> big station, and involve other people in building or maintaining your
> station, no one can ever enter as a single op from your station.
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> How many single ops actually build and operate their stations without
> having anyone ever help them?
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> Totally absurd.
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> This has to go.
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> 73,
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> Bob W5OV
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