Hi Jason and all Elecrafters, I've been watching the thread regarding CW traffic nets. My suggestion is to get a copy of the Net Directory from ARRL at your next hamfest or order one directly from Newington. It lists all nets, both traffic and casual nets, by frequency, function and scheduled times. Then just dial them up and listen to the proceedings. The directory also includes a good description of the NTS, net procedures and message format.
There are any number of training nets (slow speed generally) as well as section and region nets. You will hear lots of short cuts on some of the nets while others follow a strict, military style. Some things you will hear may be confusing at first. For instance the net control may call two stations sequentially then tell them "U4 4RN2", which translated means up four kilohertz and pass two messages for the fourth region. You will also need copies of the ARRL numbered Radiograms and the listing of "Q" signals for net use. All of this info is included in the Net Directory as well as other ARRL publications like "the pink sheet", Operating An Amateur Radio Station, the ARRL Handbook, Public Service Communications as well as others. Listen a little and then jump in and get your feet wet when you feel a little more comfortable. You will be more than welcome, believe me. Pat Haynes, K4BEH ORS, EC Building K2 #5061 _______________________________________________ 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
