I wouldn't even think about trying to work 6 meters, just as I would
forgo digital or RTTY operations.
Don't even *think* about ignoring RTTY operations - there is a big
difference between a RTTY QSO that can happen as quickly as a CW QSO
and a JT65 QSO on EME that takes at least 5 minutes under the best of
conditions. P5 is just as important to digital operators as it is to
phone lids or CW ops. You may not bother to run digital on 10 bands
but don't give it the short end of the stick.
73,
... Joe, W4TV
On 5/20/2013 10:54 PM, Scott Manthe wrote:
There is very good reason that they would not consider 6 meter
operations: it isn't an efficient use of operating time for the most
wanted DXCC entity on Earth. For every minute used trying to make a few
contacts on 6 meters, the group could make dozens or hundreds of
contacts on other bands. Remember, this is the only entity a lot of
people need to be #1 on the DXCC Honor Roll. I wouldn't even think about
trying to work 6 meters, just as I would forgo digital or RTTY operations.
I know it's normal to want an expedition to feature our favorite bands
or modes, but everyone needs P5, so they should concentrate on the two
modes most everyone uses: CW and SSB. To do otherwise would essentially
deny people contacts.
73,
Scott, N9AA
On 5/20/13 6:57 PM, Lance Collister, W7GJ wrote:
Yes, K3's would be a great choice, since they are digital-ready and
have 6m ;-) The only problem is that they already said they have no
interest in even trying anything on 6m :-( What a shame! GL and VY
73, Lance
On 5/20/2013 7:17 PM, Scott Manthe wrote:
I'm guessing the rigs will either be K3s or FT5000s. Those would be
the on;ly two choices if I were leading the operation.
73,
Scott, N9AA
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