[DX-CHAT] Military Contacts
Last week, while tuning around on 20 meters,I heard a conversion between a VK station and a US military aircraft. The Australian ham ask the air mobile operator if he had a ham call and the answer was no. The operator on the aircraft said that he was bored up there on a long flight and just wanted to chat with someone. He said they were over the Northwest US and was amazed that he could talk with someone in Australia. The VK ham told him that he didn't think that he was allowed to communicate with a non-ham unless it was an emergency. The military operator told him that he thought it was OK because they did it all the time. Question: Could a US ham get one of those official letters in his mail box if he had a long QSO with a non-ham US military aircraft? I don't remember the rule. Dave - K4SSU
[DX-CHAT] freebanders and QRM
I know for sure that SOME of the intentional interference that occurs on dxpeditions is from these unlicensed operators who have better ham equipment that a lot of us have. They get a big thrill from doing that when their efforts are rewarded by hams trying to get them to stop. We can look for more and more interference whenthe 10 and 11 meter bands are gone. Dave - K4SSU
Re: [DX-CHAT] KP5 ?
I'll bet there are at least 50 different theories about the guy that caused the problem.Here is mine. The guy needs KP5 for aall time new one, he is convinced that FWL has not given permission and the contacts will not count for DXCC. He is sure that these guys have ruined his chance for a good contact for many years to come. So with his DO GOOD attitude he picks up the phone. He is saying to himself that he is helping the worthy. BTW, I don't need it. Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: Barry To: Ron Notarius WN3VAW Cc: dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Tuesday, March 14, 2006 8:44 PM Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] KP5 ? The schmuck should be punished. It seems pretty obvious to me that it was someone else who was wanting to go, but didn't have the right connections to get approval. Then, in a selfish, sour grapes move, he saw to it that if he couldn't go, nobody would.The FOIA is a good idea and if/when the person is outed, he should be disqualified from DXCC for good.73,Barry W2UPRon Notarius WN3VAW wrote: I agree. Not to punish the schmuck per se, but to make sure that this type of stunt doesn't happen again. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Gary McClellan Sent: Tuesday, March 14, 2006 8:03 PM Cc: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] KP5 ? Peter, sorry - NO we don't. I want to know WHY what was done WAS done. Open story. 73, Gary K7ZD Peter Penta wrote: Whats done is done, no one can do anything about it so it's a closed story. DONE. No one likes what happened , just have to put it in the past. 73 Pete -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Ron Notarius WN3VAW Sent: Tuesday, March 14, 2006 6:21 PM To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: RE: [DX-CHAT] KP5 ? And now the thread has gone full circle, as we've come right back to where we started... The question remains, though, as to WHY this schmuck did what they did. 73 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Scott Manthe Sent: Tuesday, March 14, 2006 4:57 PM To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] KP5 ? Actually, according to information posted on Bernie's Daily DX site, it was not "some bureaocrat/political appointee," but rather a licensed amateur who complained to his congressperson, who then complained to the FWS. So, it is a licensed amateur, motivated by reasons known only to him/her at this point, that "allegedly" was responsible for getting the KP5 operation shut down. It would be nice to know who this amateur is... 73, Scott, N9AA Norm Gertz wrote: Not surprised.some bureaocrat/political appointee was mad that he was not consulted etc The sad part is that dope runners and others go ashore there all the time without getting caught. 73 Norm K1AA Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org -- Barry Kutner, W2UP Newtown, PA
Re: [DX-CHAT] Question
Ron, I must add one more as I know this for a fact. Now that we are near the bottom of this sunspot cycle, some of those Freeband Nuts in Europe and the US that have all that expensive ham gear can't use it much on 27 28 MHz. They are having Big Fun QRMing ham DXpeditions and braging about it on their web sites. I will take this opportunity to thank all the Gentlemen DXers that have responded to my question here on dx-chat and direct. It has been very informative. Dave - K4SSU (K4SSU/KP1) - Original Message - From: Ron Notarius WN3VAW [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2006 11:05 AM Subject: RE: [DX-CHAT] Question Peter, Hmmm. Not a bad idea, but I'm not so sure how well it would work. Remember, at the time that US Phone privileges started at 14.200, the 14.1 - 14.2 part of the band was filled with DX Phone. Now, while a lot of the region below 14.150 still has DX Phone, you're also finding more and more digital modes in the same area. More importantly, moving the unofficial calling frequencies won't solve the fundamental problem involved. Wherever the DX station listening up transmits, on any band, you will always have the combined problems of: 1. The DX'er who accidently forgets to put his rig in split and transmits on top of the DX 2. The lid who deliberately neglects to put his rig in split and transmits on top of the DX 3. The alleged DX'er who claims that they can't work split... sometimes true, sometimes not 4. The operator (sometimes DX'er, sometimes not) who hears the DX calling, but doesn't hear or doesn't understand listening up who calls on the DX's frequency 5. The frequency cops, most of whom mean well, who transmit on top of the DX to try and tell the aforementioned ops that they're QRM'ing the DX... and in the process, QRM the DX 6. The net or alleged net or sked or alleged sked that always operates on or around this frequency and time, thus giving them hypothetical ownership of the frequency range, who either demand that the DX move, the pile-up move, or who blunder on with their QSO anyway 7. The usually innocent QSO that suddenly gets QRM from the DX and/or pileup due to propagation shift, who rather than move (if they can) try to blunder on, either not knowing or not caring that they're now QRM'ing the DX pileup back I can go on, and I'm sure someone will add a few, but you get the point. Some of this can be solved by better operators... and better operators happen when those of us who know them try to teach them or show them better. Some of this is just, well, bad luck. And some of this is caused by that extremely small percentage of lids (and even smaller percentage of those who make regular lids look good) who for their own reasons of ego, perceived slights, general mean streaks, sadism, or mental illness (diagnosed or otherwise) enjoy making life miserable for the rest of us. 73 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Peter W2IRT Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2006 10:45 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] Question At 10:01 03/19/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is the solution to the qrm on the DX frequency? Well, if someone doesn't know the DX is woking split, or by accident is on the wrong VFO, or whatever, it would be no problem if ppeople had the smallest amount of self control. If the offending station is calling with proper timing, when the Dx says QRZ, or is otherwise ready for a call, calling on the DX transmit frequency is of no consequence other than a waste of time for the caller. If I recall, 14195 became the DX frequency because it was a place where DX stations could TX but that Americans could not (US privileges started at 14200 for the longest time). Maybe it's time to revive that tradition and make 14145 the new default DX frequency on 20 SSB. It could have the added advantage of EU/JA pileups down 5 to 15 and stateside callers up 10-20 or something like that. The advice I'd give to anyone going to a top-10 entity and operating SSB would be to not use half the band and once in a while mention where you're listening. That means concentrating the pile between two hard limits (listening 5 to 20 up) -- and staying within those limits. That in turn means you need an operator on the DXpedition who can run a pileup that's very intense and concentrated. Most of the Peter1 guys were great, but a couple of their 40m CW guys would just keep going up up up up up. 30 kHz for a CW pileup is nuts, especially when you're not announcing where you're listening and just saying UP. - Peter W2IRT Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only,
Re: [DX-CHAT] 3Y0X
Hey Rag, FYI, The QSL's were donated by Franklin Printing (WZ8P). No cost to the 3Y0X Team. Dave - K4SSU 3Y0X Team Member - Original Message - From: Ragnar Otterstad [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: DX-CHAT dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Saturday, May 13, 2006 2:13 AM Subject: RE: [DX-CHAT] 3Y0X Read several comments about their card and today received mine... You are right, that is one class act card... Must have cost somebody big bucks Rod WC7N Nice , with glossy picture cards. But I tend to agree, it must add considerately to the cost. Is it worth it when it makes no difference for DXCC ? 73 Rag LA5HE Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
[DX-CHAT] Interference
Hey Guys, I need some help. I am about to buy a new big screen, flat panel TV and I have heard that the plasma units cause some significant interference in some parts of the ham bands. Has anyone had any experience with such a problem? I would hate to spend the big bucks then ask the XYL to turn the TVoff while I work DX. She would get a big laugh from that. Dave - K4SSU
Re: [DX-CHAT] Why the new DXCC rule
This rule has been discussed many times. At the Visalia DX Convention for example, Wayne Mills talked about it at length before a very large crowd of DXers. He even ask for a show of hands from those who would like to see some new additions to the list. The response was overwhelmingly positive. Rule changes are one reason we have a DX Advisory Committee made up of every day good DXers. The DXAC was in favor of this rule change. Maybe those who are unhappy should contact their DXAC member. Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: Ron Notarius W3WN [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Dx-Chat dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2006 10:13 AM Subject: RE: [DX-CHAT] Why the new DXCC rule Under the existing DXCC rules (aka DXCC 2000), there was originally a rule that permitted recognizing a new or existing entity if there was an existing IARU society. The purpose of that rule, IMHO, was to keep Hong Kong and Macau on the list once administration of those two territories were turned back over to the People's Republic of China. As it turns out, ironically, Hong Kong and Macau remain pretty much autonomous (although not 100% so), so if that was the purpose of the rule, it was unneccesary. The unintentional side effect was the creation of several new entities by creation of an IARU society -- Ducie for one comes to mind, which followed from the creation of the Pitcairn Is IARU society. Consider that at least one of these IARU groups was created solely to in turn create a DXCC entity, and appear to otherwise be inactive groups (if not total shams). So I for one was not upset when the rule in question was removed. However, as you will recall, the previous KH8SI group was more than a little upset, since they were in the process of trying to set up their American Samoa ARA to be another IARU society... which in and of itself is another story. So now we have another rule change which permits redefinition of certain entities into political entities. Did we need this rule change? I don't know... I never heard any discussion of a rule change either, it was just suddenly announced, and there it was. And almost simultaneously, application is made for Swain's Island to be a new one, it's approved, and here comes the KH8SI team for another go. Coincidence? I have nothing per se against a new entity. It's the process that bothers me. I'm in favor of open discussion and debate. Now I'm not saying that anything wrong was done... but I dislike an appearance of impropriety, and right now, there is (IMHO) such an appearance. In the future, I believe open discussion of rules changes should be undertaken prior to new rules being adopted. 73, ron w3wn -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Barry Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2006 6:42 AM To: Dx-Chat Subject: [DX-CHAT] Why the new DXCC rule Just wondering why DXCC changed the rules to seemingly create one new country for JA1BK. I didn't hear anything about rule change discussion until rules were changed. Reminds me of the Okino Torishima situation... 73, Barry -- Barry Kutner, W2UP Newtown, PA Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
Re: [DX-CHAT] Old QSK Cards
I'm not trying to beat you Frank because this is not exactly the same, but I am the QSL manager for a operation that took place in 1977 and I recently got a card from a guy that needed a contact conformation to add to his DX Challenge. I found his contact in the log and sent him a card. I know what some of you are thinking, but he only sent his QSL and a SASE. Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: Frank Macklin To: DX CHAT Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2008 7:31 PM Subject: [DX-CHAT] Old QSK Cards I recently received through the bureau a card for a contact I had 23 years ago. I know the Bureaus are notoriously slow but this must be a record. Can anyone beat it? Frank VK1ZL Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
Re: [DX-CHAT] Clipperton Group
The satellite phone they have requires a beamed signal to the satellite and in the rough sea with the ship rocking and rolling they can't keep a connection. It worked fine when they were on land. Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: T. David Yarnes [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Monday, March 17, 2008 11:19 PM Subject: [DX-CHAT] Clipperton Group Anyone know why they haven't posted any more updates on their logs? The last update was almost 2 days before they pulled the plug. Dave W7AQK Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
Re: [DX-CHAT] Clipperton Group
The VP6DX group was using a phone from a different satellite phone company and it uses a different technology. The Clipperton group had very calm seas on the way down and were able to keep a connection but that's not the case on the way back to San Diego. Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: T. David Yarnes [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:06 AM Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] Clipperton Group Well, the reason I asked was that I assumed it could be done from the ship. The VP6DX group made their final updates that way, and the Clipperton group was updating their page while they were on their way to Clipperton. So, I wondered why it was different. I didn't mean it to be deemed a naive question. Dave W7AQK - Original Message - From: David Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2008 6:25 AM Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] Clipperton Group The satellite phone they have requires a beamed signal to the satellite and in the rough sea with the ship rocking and rolling they can't keep a connection. It worked fine when they were on land. Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: T. David Yarnes [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Monday, March 17, 2008 11:19 PM Subject: [DX-CHAT] Clipperton Group Anyone know why they haven't posted any more updates on their logs? The last update was almost 2 days before they pulled the plug. Dave W7AQK Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org
Re: [DX-CHAT] Descheo Island
Hi Tim, First may I suggest that you go to the team web site www.kp5.us and read the latest press release. The team wishes to work folks like you with modest stations and has ask the big guns to hold off a bit. Now we know that will not happen in some parts of the world but the request may help some. The team will be there for 2 weeks with very good equipment and high power. I may suggest that you not get real anxious to work then in the first days. There is no doubt that they will be calling CQ toward the end of the dxpedition. 73 Good DX, Dave - Original Message - From: Tim Holmes To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Monday, January 26, 2009 10:44 AM Subject: [DX-CHAT] Descheo Island HI Folks: Just looking for some hints and tips I am an extra class (W8TAH). My station is VERY much a little pistol IC 706MKIIG barefoot 10-15-20 Rotateable Dipole at about 25 feet 135 Foot wire dipole - fed with window line at about 50 feet -- wiht LDG AT200 Pro tuner for 10 - 80 (160 is miserable) 3 Ele Cushcraft Yagi on 6 at about 30 feet I have worked a number of DXpeditions in the past, including the VERY EXCELLENT Ducie Island group last year -- I want to try to make contact with Descheo island this february, as well as improve my over all DXing. Right now in this economy, hardware upgrades are not much of an option -- so im looking for techniques and the like. can any one give me any good ideas Im located in EN91cd TIM -- Tim Holmes W8TAH - Amateur Extra Operator Medina County AEC Skywarn Advanced Storm Spotter Certified Certified Severe Weather Specialist StormNet Chase 9 --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list. Please send a message to imail...@njdxa.org In the message body put either unsubscribe dx-chat or subscribe dx-chat This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org --- --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list. Please send a message to imail...@njdxa.org In the message body put either unsubscribe dx-chat or subscribe dx-chat This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org ---
Re: [DX-CHAT] Descheo Island
The European DXers that need KP5 will be pleased to know that the US Fish Wildlife Service has allowed the expansion of the area for antennas. This expansion includes the top of the high hill on the island. That hill would have a blocking effect on signals to Europe but with the antennas on top, there should be no problem. The area has been checked for unexploded bombs and several suspicious cites well marked. The team was told not to drive any ground rods in these areas. Good DX, Dave - K4SSU - Original Message - From: Dave mausop...@btinternet.com To: f5...@free.fr; dx-chat@njdxa.org Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 5:29 AM Subject: RE: [DX-CHAT] Descheo Island Nicolas, I agree wholeheartedly with what you say. I have to say that I almost never hear such bad manners from French-speaking operators. Parisian driving technique does not seem to have spread to ham radio! The bigger question is: what can we do constructively to improve things? Cheers Dave G0OIL -Original Message- From: f5...@free.fr Sent: 29 January 2009 09:16 To: dx-chat@njdxa.org Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] Descheo Island I am not sure the lack of enough understanding of English is the main factor. It is a logical fact to DO NOT shout your callsign (or even just your suffix) when a QSO is already in progress or when another suffix is asked. It is a nonsense and an egocentric behavior. I think the international alphabet is clear enough to avoid these kind of confusions by anyone from any country. I would not call if I hear from the DX Alpha Sierra, go ahead, even if my name is ending by AS... Another part of the problem could be a culture difference (and the latin culture might have these significative differences: me and what peoples would think about me and about my power, first... (...let's worry about the others later). And to reply to another comment, this problem has nothing to do with this particular coming KP5 operation but is simply redundant with most of the rare DXpeditions. 73 de Nicolas F5FRM (a french/spanish latin one :-) - Mail Original - De: ragnar otterstad la...@yahoo.no À: w8tahra...@gmail.com, dx-chat@njdxa.org, jdav...@mindspring.com, mausop...@btinternet.com Envoyé: Lundi 26 Janvier 2009 18:57:41 GMT +01:00 Amsterdam / Berlin / Berne / Rome / Stockholm / Vienne Objet: [DX-CHAT] Descheo Island I can see right now what's going to happen when they work Europe: When the operator says quite clearly for the fifth time Golf Nine Alpha Alpha Alpha five and nine, all the Italians will keep shouting their last two for ten minutes solid on the G9's frequency, overmodulating their 3kW amplifiers and without pausing for breath..even if they are in the log twelve times already. Unfortunately, I think you are right. Part of the problem is lack of proper understanding of English, which applies to all the latin countries, where films are dubbed. Up here, we have subtitles, so people get language lessons without even knowing it !! These guys are all pretty good o [The entire original message is not included] --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list. Please send a message to imail...@njdxa.org In the message body put either unsubscribe dx-chat or subscribe dx-chat This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org --- --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list. Please send a message to imail...@njdxa.org In the message body put either unsubscribe dx-chat or subscribe dx-chat This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org ---
[DX-CHAT] Fw: Dayton DX Banquet
Hey Guys, I need 3 tickets to the DX Banquet. Anyone have more than they need? Dave - K4SSU --- To unsubscribe or subscribe to this list. Please send a message to imail...@njdxa.org In the message body put either unsubscribe dx-chat or subscribe dx-chat This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA http://njdxa.org ---
