I am new to the satellite world as of 3 years ago. I have read all the posts on the thread/s and I am wondering if there is a ACTUAL satellite protocol or etiquette that could be referenced. I just the common courtesy I have learn over the years of working the bands Or at least I hope I do. If I am offending please let me know as I will others. I try and get on the early passes on the FM birds when it is not so crowded and can a 2 or 3 sentence conversation with guys I have worked before and guys I have not. It is much easier on the linear birds to do that at most any pass. Just my 2 nickles worth but it would be nice to refer someone to a "protocol" when you feel they are not operating in a manner befitting the hobby rather than them just thinking you should mind your own business and butt out..
73, Joe KI4TZ Vince Fiscus, KB7ADL wrote: > At 12:42 PM 1/10/2011 -0800, [email protected] wrote: > >> Problem is Damon, is that some of the worse offenders are guys who've been >> around ever since I have been. Everyone out to get that elusive Grid Square >> that they've worked a zillion times before. I too did the same as you, and >> pretty much void the FM'er anymore, unless something special comes up. >> >> For another 2 cents worth: (I know I'll get flamed) If there is some station >> announcing here on the BB that they are going to a special grid location >> that is >> rare or needed by someone, then give them and others a break. Namely, if >> he or >> even any other station that is working Portable or HT status, work him, then >> QRT, and leave the freq for others. 'Hogging' the channel, working or >> calling >> the same old station you've worked a zillion times before and not letting >> others >> work the Portable/HT stations, just to satisfy your QSO count for more >> wallpaper >> just doesnt hack it, in my opinion. end of rant & extinguisher in >> hand............. >> >> John >> > > > You won't get flamed by everyone, I'll join ya in the fire. > > How many times do they actually have to work the SAME grid before > it finally counts? LOL > > I don't join in but I listen. It's kind of like listening to CB. > > KB7ADL > > _______________________________________________ > Sent via [email protected]. Opinions expressed are those of the author. > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! > Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb > > _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
