Topband: Re: One way propogation or QRM?

[Tom Rauch]

Rick said:
> When I am working JA's in the morning, I am listening on my 
> NW beverage, so nearly everyone stateside is off the back or
> side, and nearly inaudible.  I also have to check the SW bev
> for ZL, so I am very busy.  Some US stations calling me probably
> wondered why I was having trouble copying them; I was trying
> to find the right beverage.  Or switch to the vertical.

You sure brought up a good point Rick!! I'm sure others experience 
this also.

The most frustrating thing is when someone calls and gives up 
before I have time to find the "good antenna"! It may take several 
calls to figure out what direction and antenna to use. There are 
dozens of possible antenna combinations and with narrow 250 Hz 
filters the receivers constantly need to be tuned. When all of this is 
combined with QSB, it can be frustrating.
73, Tom W8JI
W8JI@contesting.com