[UK-CONTEST] UK Contest data modes in CC

[GORDON BROWN]

I totally agree with you John.  The CC has encouraged me to try modes I
wouldn't normally use - SSB, RTTY and PSK.  I was stuck on CW for over 50
years but am now happy with the other modes.  Maybe SSTV should be used -
I've never tried that mode.  I think it's those who don't want to advance
their technical knowledge beyond the basic modes that are shouting loudest.

Gordon G3MZV

On 25 July 2011 14:57, john reynolds <g3rsd at btinternet.com> wrote:

> I believe CC was intended to encourage and train operators in all modes of
> on air communications used in contesting.
>
> Before the CC's I had never used Ry or PSK.
>
> Probably because of my age,it took me a long time to configure and use Data
> Modes and it was thanks to other local Amateurs that I am now
> comfortable with all modes.
>
> I do not think DATA should be dropped from these Contests, but it could be
> modified!!
>
> May I suggest that on alternate Months RTTY only is used and it be left to
> the individual to use whatever speed they wish to achieve maximum points.
>
> The following Month PSK would be the mode and here again speed is left to
> the individual.
>
> May I also point out that a close "Observer" who has suffered Contesting
> for Years considers that the "SHOUTING" mode should be dropped ...........
> it is most unsociable  around the house!!
>
> John (JR)  G3RSD
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