Topband: TopBand Beacons

[Tom Rauch]

> Using 500W solid state amps should be no problem, we need
higher power level
> on 160 than what they use on high bands due to the nature
of the band and
> antenna limitations. We don't need no stinkin' Internet,
jus' use our radios.
>
> I think this would solve our "problems" be an excellent
tool to have more fun
> on the TopBand. Any problems or objections to the above?

1.)  500 W is illegal for a beacon. The legal limit is 100 W

2.) The beacon by law must be attended while operating. It
cannot be automatically controlled.

3.) The bandplan (not that it matters to some) says beacons
on 1999 kHz