Re: [DX-CHAT] Radio Procedure-on phone

2008-06-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
: They have always said (although incorrectly) 73's which means plenty of best wishes. Jim Abercrombie N4JA (an original non-vanity call) ex- K4BMS --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [DX-CHAT] Radio Procedure-on phone

2008-06-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
? All of that is perfect nonsense. Jim --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the message body put either unsubscribe dx-chat or subscribe dx-chat This is the DX-CHAT reflector

[DX-CHAT] antenna question

2008-04-12 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Thanks for all the replies. Jerry WW0E Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] I plan on mounting a CushCraft D3W dipole on the mast above my Mosley TA-33JR. What distance should seperate the two

[DX-CHAT] J85M

2008-02-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Anyone have an e-mail address for J85M ? Thanks, Jerry WW0E _ Real Estate Investment - Click NOW! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2111/fc/Ioyw6iie74UDtBdIPJ3KCuMVCI7mWSeLWivaasxCuWGQy76WRzcBE4/ Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback,

[DX-CHAT] QSL info: P38DX

2007-11-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Anyone have a QSL route for P38DX, Cyprus, from the weekend contest. Thanks, Jerry WW0E _ Discount Online Trading - Click Now! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2111/fc/Ioyw6iiejgTs2yHjFyBVjtYVfX223QapPBUfrhLHNQ3OrxaEqD5A0k/

Re: [DX-CHAT] QSL info: P38DX

2007-11-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
My mistake - it wa PV8DX. Jerry -- -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone have a QSL route for P38DX, Cyprus, from the weekend contest. Thanks, Jerry WW0E _ Discount Online Trading - Click Now

[DX-CHAT] QSL INFO OM5CW

2007-10-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Anyone have QSL info for OM5CW ? Thanks, Jerry WW0E _ Best Commodity Trading Platforms. Click Now! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2111/fc/Ioyw6iiejMGFEuKUvSPegMoNxsfTByri9BVeJ3NvV0iNV5xvXPEz5a/ Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback,

[DX-CHAT] BS7H- why the fuss?

2007-06-10 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Obviously, the upload to LOTW was just a gesture. All qsos will have to be uploaded eventually, remember they received a Colvin award, and that is part of the agreement. They also must agree that ARRL can have the logs and confirm contacts, so if some big controversey were to errupt qsos can be

[DX-CHAT] Spiderbeam antennas wanted

2007-06-06 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, Looking for used Spiderbeam Dxpedition antennas. Any out there for sale? [EMAIL PROTECTED] The reward of a thing well done is to have done it.- Ralph Waldo Emerson Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only

Re: [DX-CHAT] New Twist in US Postal Rate Increase

2007-05-20 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
PROTECTED] wrote: Return-Path: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: from mx11.dca.untd.com (mx11.dca.untd.com [10.171.44.41]) by maildeliver04.dca.untd.com with SMTP id AABDE79ZKASZ6KD2 for [EMAIL PROTECTED] (sender [EMAIL PROTECTED]); Sat, 19 May 2007 06:43:05 -0700 (PDT) Received: from mailserver.e

[DX-CHAT] IRCs

2007-05-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, Jim, AC4XL is looking for a few of the new IRCs. If any qsl managers, etc have any please contact Jim at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks! and 73, Duane, WV2B The reward of a thing well done is to have done it.- Ralph Waldo Emerson Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http

Re: [DX-CHAT] DXing pioneers

2007-05-07 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Original Message: - From: Jim Reisert AD1C [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 6 May 2007 13:48:37 -0700 (PDT) To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] DXing pioneers --- Gary Danaher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: During a recent adult discussion we were kicking around names

[DX-CHAT]

2007-05-02 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I think I have too agree with K4WLS. Not for nothing, but I think respect for learning the hobbie, and proper radio edicit cy went away with giving away the higher class privialge's. So Much for working - BS7H Most use the excuse whinning Look at 80meters. No excuse! It's only a portion of

[DX-CHAT] Monkeys

2007-05-02 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
DXing 101: If the DX is transmitting- Don't transmit! If the DX answers a call, and its not yours- Don't transmit! If the DX answers a call, and you don't think it was yours- Don't transmit! If the DX is in contact with another station, and that station is transmitting- Don't transmit! If you've

[DX-CHAT] unsolicited QSLs

2007-04-13 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
is to have done it.- Ralph Waldo Emerson Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org

[DX-CHAT] QSL manager for 3DA0EI

2007-03-28 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Is there a QSL manager for 3DA0EI? Worked him on 40M during the WPX contest. Thanks, Jerry WW0E Interested in getting caught up on today's news? Click here to checkout USA TODAY Headlines.

[DX-CHAT] Sometimes you get what you wish for

2007-03-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, Some info regarding the Postal Service, since everyone is concerned about the rate increase, and blaming employees because they get a decent wage. You may not realize it yet, but new growth in cities is being handled by the USPS contracting out delivery to bidders, who must hire

[DX-CHAT] ART

2007-03-20 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Yes, I get several of these a day. Each time I add the address to my blocked list, and report it as junk mail to my ISP. I just keep getting it from a new address. It is obviously intentional, since he keeps switching e-mail to keep from being blocked. 73, Duane The reward of a thing well

[DX-CHAT] QSL info: RN3ZD

2007-02-06 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Anyone have QSL info for RN3ZD? Thanks, Jerry WW0E Interested in getting caught up on today's news? Click here to checkout USA TODAY Headlines.

[DX-CHAT] IRC links

2006-12-28 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Here are the IRC information pages from the Postal Bulletins: http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/2006/pb22196.pdf This is the Dec 2006 issue, you want pages 52 and 53 also: http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/2006/pb22193.pdf This is the November issue, you want pages 81 and 82 The Post

[DX-CHAT] IRC Redemtion revisited

2006-12-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
As this seems to keep coming up as the deadline nears- Go to: http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/2006/pb22193.pdf print pages 81 and 82 and take them with you to the Post Office. be prepared to be patient please, as most people, including Post Office clerks, other than hams have no idea what

[DX-CHAT] IRC Redemtion reminder

2006-12-15 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
From Postal Bulletin: Redeeming International Reply CouponsEffective November 9, 2006, we are revising Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, International Mail Manual (IMM®) part 372 and Publication 51, International Postal Rates and Fees, to reflect current procedures in our

Re: [DX-CHAT] XF4 80m and topband last night

2006-10-24 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Well they were on the night before. I worked them on 1821.4kHz at 12:29Z on 10/22/06 and the on line log shows the QSO. I do think there have been some pirate operations using their call. I heard them on 10M and 12M very loud S9+++. The operational style was not the same. Nearly all of their

[DX-CHAT] After effects

2006-10-13 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Just wondering- with a couple years to comment to the FCC -before- it was adopted, why all the discussion now. I guess the boat was missed if there were any real concerns. 73, Duane, WV2B"Therewardofathingwelldoneistohavedoneit."-RalphWaldoEmerson

[DX-CHAT] comments sought

2006-10-13 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
ARRL requests members' input on recent FCC "omnibus" Report and Order (Oct 13, 2006) -- The ARRL is requesting members' input concerning the FCC's Amateur Radio proceeding, WT Docket 04-140, released on October 10. The Report and Order will not take effect until 30 days after publication in the

[DX-CHAT] Icom IC-AT100 auto antenna tuner

2006-09-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
For Sale: Icom IC-AT100 automatic antenna tuner. Tunes 1.8 - 30 Mhz. 100 watts. Very good condition. With manual, etc. $150.00 + shipping. Jerry WWØE Try Juno Platinum for Free! Then, only $9.95/month! Unlimited

RE: [DX-CHAT] FR/G

2006-09-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
and not do. We have to be patient untill the right time comes. 73 Rag LA5HE pt /F in Carcassonne Original Message: - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 16 Sep 2006 10:50:26 -0700 To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: [DX-CHAT] FR/G Does anyone know the current status of the Glorioso

[DX-CHAT] FP/WV2B and FP/VE1AAO qsls

2006-09-15 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, For any who have sent requests: The QSLs are currently being printed. As soon as they are received requests will start being answered. The cards will be nice, Billy, VE1AAO is a good photographer. QSL FP/WV2B via qsl manager KA3QLF, Scott. QSL FP/VE1AAO direct to Billy's home address. He

[DX-CHAT] Dxpedition Support

2006-08-23 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, Although I can't comment on expeditions to the most wanted entity, I can say that ideas of expedition donations paying for a free vacation or making money for the operator are highly exagerated. If things go well, donations included with qsl requests may pay for the qsls, but probably

[DX-CHAT] St. Paul Island

2006-08-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
hi Folks, Went for a boat ride around CY9 today. I can confirm it is still there for those of you who need it! Just waiting for the next DXpedition. Lots of seals and eagles, but their not licensed.Very rough trip. high seas. See you from FP August 10-13. 73, Duane,

RE: [DX-CHAT] SM5DQC all alone at Top of the Honor Roll

2006-08-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
out, which still is not done. So you wonder, I do. Regards Ed KE3D Original Message: - From: Barry [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 03 Aug 2006 20:58:44 + To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: [DX-CHAT] SM5DQC all alone at Top of the Honor Roll Was browsing the DXCC Honor Roll listing

[DX-CHAT] Needed band-countries

2006-08-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, Is there any information published anywhere for DXCC countries regarding what band/modes are needed to different places? Or is just the overall need for an all time new one all that is available? Going to a not-so-rare country, the question arises- Operate on 20 where I can get lots of

Re: [DX-CHAT] Cry-Babies

2006-08-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I agree with Jose. I have poor antennas and worked KH8SI twice (two bands). But despite the DX operators on this xpedition, the stations they're running do leave something to be desired. The other night on 17 mtr, I worked Samoa and another island grp each only abt 400 mi or less from KH8SI.

[DX-CHAT] DX operating

2006-07-31 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, I can't comment on the current pileups because my rig is packed up for a DXpedition, But- I can't help having some thoughts. Listening splits- Is the DX station asking the pileup to call in a 30 KHz split? Or is he just saying "up", and rather than trying to figure out the listening

[DX-CHAT] CY9 help needed

2006-07-07 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, We are looking for a VE1 ham interested in joining a minimalist Dxpedition to CY9, and/or helping arrange the various permits/permissions required. If interested please contact me for more detailed information ASAP. Thanks and 73, Duane, WV2B

[DX-CHAT] Permission to go

2006-06-30 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, Just a few comments more on this dead horse. To address the comments to the effect that if there is permission to go, I can operate. Put yourself in the place of the FWS person who is in charge of signing the permit, or giving verbal permission. Now suppose as the person in charge you

[DX-CHAT] operating permission

2006-06-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
One other thought- from an FCC standpoint operating permission is not needed, but from the governing entity's position it may be very concerned about what activity it is allowing. For example- an operating permit for a DXpedition I was on stated- "The licensee, including its officials, guests,

[DX-CHAT] FWS motivation

2006-06-29 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
What is the motivation for keeping hams off KP5? From experience getting permission I can tell you- They don't want to get sued! Suppose they give permission, someone goes, and does get hurt. There is a possibilty that they will be sued, claiming they were somehow negligent. I have been told that

[DX-CHAT]

2006-06-16 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
How about the worked all McDonalds {WAM} Award. Contacts must be with mobile stations only while they are waiting in the drive through line. How much for the list of all qualifying franchises, and would Micky D's sponsor our Dxpeditions? 73 , Duane,

[DX-CHAT] Pro-set plus headset

2006-06-02 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Anyone had any experience using the Heil Pro-set Plus from the DX end? If so, is the in/out of phase switch any help with the pileups? Just wondering if the extra $70 or so is worth it? Thanks, Duane, WV2B"Nothinggreatiseverachievedwithoutenthusiasm."-RalphWaldoEmerson.

[DX-CHAT] Gentlemen hams

2006-04-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, Yes, that is the type of guy you hope you don't meet in traffic on the day the handgun is under his seat! I don't see the problem as "dumbing down" of the exams. It seems more of a problem that the tests don't cover the right stuff. The basics are missing. New hams have the chance to

[DX-CHAT] Gitmo

2006-04-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, Previously I said I would update the list when I learned something about Gitmo operations. The "official" word, as has been mentioned by other list members, is that Gitmo is not listed in appendix 1 of part 97 as an area regulated by the FCC. The US Navy is the regulatory authority, and

[DX-CHAT] control ops

2006-04-03 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
From "FCC Rulebook" Every control operator is bound by the frequency privileges of his or her license, regardless of what class license is held by the station owner. So, if the visiting ham has a lower license, the owners call can be used, but the visitor still cannot go beyong the privileges of

[DX-CHAT] Guantanamo

2006-03-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I am surprised that there is no mention of Gitmo in "The FCC Rulebook", but I guess it is impossible to cover everything. Perhaps the military needs to do some training missions to Navassa and Desecheo!"Nothinggreatiseverachievedwithoutenthusiasm."-RalphWaldoEmerson.

[DX-CHAT] KG44WW

2006-03-25 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, Listening to KG44WW on 14118.6. What country is this? Thanks, WV2B"Nothinggreatiseverachievedwithoutenthusiasm."-RalphWaldoEmerson.

RE: [DX-CHAT] Question

2006-03-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
The problem is that then you would have no way to communicate with the pileup as a whole. Newcomers would not know your listening range and the pile would spread farther and farther, causing much problems with other users of the band. Chaos. 73, Duane, WV2B

Re: [DX-CHAT] Question

2006-03-19 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Assuming the Dx station moves around and answers callers on their own frequency, and does not work more than one caller on a particular frequency- The DX operator has no way to communicate to the pileup as a whole. They will be listening on their own frequency for the Dx to answer them, not

[DX-CHAT] unsubscribe

2006-03-15 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Please unsubscribe, as it won't take itvia the website. Thanks, Jerry WW0E Try Juno Platinum for Free! Then, only $9.95/month! Unlimited Internet Access with 1GB of Email Storage. Visit http://www.juno.com/value to sign up

[DX-CHAT] CY9 QSL Museum

2006-01-09 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, Thanks to all the helpful Dxers out there I now have 21 CY9 QSLs displayed on the page. There are a few more I know I am missing, and likely a lot I don't even know about. Missing WV2B/CY9 from 1993. WV2B/CY9 group card from 2000, and a W5KNE card, not sure of the year, with the nice

[DX-CHAT] CY9 QSLs

2006-01-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, I have decided to try to create an on-line qsl museum for expedition cards from St. Paul Island, CY9. some have been published on the internet, but over time seem to disappear. Please look at the page; http://www.stpaulisland.net/cy9qslmuseum.html If you have any CY9 cards in your

[DX-CHAT] CY9 card museum

2006-01-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi, Thanks to WB2LEZ and G3IQF there are a few more CY9 cards on the page. I'm not too sure how many to put per page, so it isn't too slow to view? Anyway, thanks for the quick response. Please take a look and if you have any cards not yet up your help would be appreciated. I do have cards from

[DX-CHAT] counties

2005-12-11 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Listings on QRZ.com cannot be relied on, since it lists mailing address which may not be in the same county as the station, or may be old info. Get a good Rand Macnally{SP?} Road Atlas which shows county boundaries. Look up the town in the index in the back, then find it on the state map to

[DX-CHAT] US Postage Increase- International Rates

2005-11-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi Folks, New rates: Postcards: Canada and Mexico- .55 Other- .75 1 Oz. letter: Canada and Mexico- .63 Other- .84 73, Duane, WV2B http://www.stpaulisland.net"Nothinggreatiseverachievedwithoutenthusiasm."-RalphWaldoEmerson.

[DX-CHAT] Postage Increase

2005-11-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks, The postage increase goes into effect January 8. If you are sending qsl requests to stateside managers best to have the new rates on the envelopes in case they cannot be answered until after January 8. A 1 Oz. letter within the US goes up to .39, Postcards .24 73, Duane,

[DX-CHAT] CJ1ZZZ Confirmations

2005-10-21 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi folks. Anyone needing to confirm my special prefix operation as CJ1ZZZ please qsl direct to manager KA3QLF. Any bureau requests not answered yet should be sent to Scott, as the cards on hand were destroyed in a house fire in July. Although the operation is already a couple years old, I was

[DX-CHAT] ARRL Website Info -- Check for DXCC Listings ??

2003-08-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
- Check your email from the web at http://mail2web.com/ . Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org

[DX-CHAT] QuickCop???????????

2003-08-14 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
it for brevity: - Add Your E-Mail Address Due to privacy and SPAM issues, QuikCop has arrested your e-mail message to me at address [EMAIL PROTECTED], with subject [DX-CHAT] ARRL Website Info -- Check for DXCC Listings ??. Your mail