Jim KM5M asked: Also, I'm still searching for a definitive answer to the question of whether
it is appropriate to use Q-signals in phone transmissions. For example, is it really appropriate to say "QRZ? this is K5XXX". Or would it be correct to say "Who is calling me, this is K5XXX"? Of course, using a Q-signal by reference would be appropriate, such as "The QRN level is very high today". Or is it? -------------- Going back into the early 1930's as "phone" operators just starting to show up on a few Ham bands in any number, you'll find QST articles speaking out against the use of Q-codes on phone. But it's done every day. Whoever said it was harder to herd cats than direct Hams never tried to tell a Ham how to operate. As I writer, I've noticed that every field of endeavor tends to create its own language. Much of it is quite justified. Special words provide nuances and precision that other people don't need or appreciate. But much is totally unjustified. It seems to be a natural tendency to create and perpetuate code-speak that sets the group apart from "mere mortals". While Q-codes have a very legitimate purpose on CW, their use on phone seems to fill this need among Hams. QSL? Ron AC7AC _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
