Re: [IRCA] Eclipse DX?
Nothing there last night at the same time (6:30PM to 7:00PM) on the same mentioned frequencies, same radio. Just some weak powerline noise. Chris Knight Phoenix, AZ From: Glenn Hauser wghau...@yahoo.com To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; d...@yahoogroups.com; a...@yahoogroups.com; a...@nrcdxas.org; m...@yahoogroups.com; hard-core...@hard-core-dx.com; a...@wtfda.info Cc: radiodxer...@yahoo.com Sent: Monday, May 21, 2012 3:26 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] Eclipse DX? Re: Chris Knight Mon, 21 May 2012 11:03:00 -0700 I watched the eclipse take place beginning around 6:00PM Arizona Time (MST/PDT) and noted Utah doing very well on 650, 1080 (stn underneath probably KGVY), 1120, 1160 (KSL), and 1320. Also noted a strong station on 1140 (Las Vegas?). I checked 640 and 1070 for Los Angeles but nothing there. I checked stations toward the oncoming SS such as 820 WBAP, 1200 WOAI. Nothing there. 73, Chris Knight Phoenix, Arizona Radio: Sony ICF-7600GR. No external antenna. === Chris, Now if at all possible please check 24 hours later whether you are again getting the Utah stations, and 1140? Or in the next few evenings. Or any other Phoenecian DXers. 73, Glenn Hauser ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Eclipse DX?
I watched the eclipse take place beginning around 6:00PM Arizona Time (MST/PDT) and noted Utah doing very well on 650, 1080 (stn underneath probably KGVY), 1120, 1160 (KSL), and 1320. Also noted a strong station on 1140 (Las Vegas?). I checked 640 and 1070 for Los Angeles but nothing there. I checked stations toward the oncoming SS such as 820 WBAP, 1200 WOAI. Nothing there. 73, Chris Knight Phoenix, Arizona Radio: Sony ICF-7600GR. No external antenna. From: Glenn Hauser wghau...@yahoo.com To: d...@yahoogroups.com; ABDX a...@yahoogroups.com; irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org; mwdx m...@yahoogroups.com; hard-core...@hard-core-dx.com; a...@wtfda.info Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2012 3:57 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] Eclipse DX? Some major targets, high-power 50 or 10-kW stations within the path, include: KKOH Reno 780 KDXU Saint George 890 KTNN Window Rock 660 KHAC Tse Bonito 880 KKOB Albuquerque 770, plus loads of other ABQ stations; maybe more likely at the hi end of the band? Here`s a more detailed map of the track: http://media.skyandtelescope.com/images/2012_annular_eclipse_track_l.jpg Glenn --- On Sun, 5/20/12, Glenn Hauser wghau...@yahoo.com wrote: Lacking a total eclipse, let`s see if there are any DX effects during the imminent annular eclipse. Beside avoiding looking directly at the sun, if you are close to the path of annularity, tune around MW and even lower SW bands to see if night-like conditions briefly skip in some signals not normally heard in the daytime. Here`s info including maps: http://www.skyandtelescope.com/observing/home/A-Preview-of-May-20ths-Annular-Eclipse-141037803.html Since the maximum eclipse will be at sunset around here, like from Dallas to Chicago, night-time conditions will already be in effect normally. Sp best DX results should be over northern California, where it`s long before sunset. There might be propagational patches energized for paths at an angle to the path, e.g. from Idaho to southern California or vice versa. But should theoretically be best along the path, i.e. northern California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and into west Texas. For this you may disregard worries about weather obscuring the event! 73, Glenn Hauser, OK ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] cfac heard in south wyo
CFAC was heard here this morning in Eastern PA @0600 EDT with a legal ID at ToH and ESPN sports. I also got 850-KOA @0405 EDT with a local weather forecast and Newsradio 8-50 KOA IDs. Tried for KSL on 1160 but only heard a mix with WYLL dominant. The above stations were heard in the Allentown, PA area using a 2002 Toyota Car radio and a whip antenna. 73, Chris Knight (N0IJK) Whitehall, PA From: richa...@perryisp.net richa...@perryisp.net To: IRCA@hard-core-dx.com Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 4:33 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] cfac heard in south wyo CFAC is sometimes heard here in Oklahoma in the fall and winter, despite KGWA being only 26 miles (42 km) away. Richard Allen 36°22'51N / 97°26'35W (near Perry OK USA) ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] cfac heard in south wyo
CFAC has been running 50kW ND for years. They're a pest into NE CO even against 950-KKFN's IBOC. CFAC is not as strong into eastern PA though. :) 73, Chris (N0IJK/3) Whitehall, Lehigh County, PA From: neilkaz neil...@earthlink.net To: Chris Knight radiodxer...@yahoo.com; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America irca@hard-core-dx.com Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 3:16 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] cfac heard in south wyo Hmm...CFAC into eastern PA in August...simply more evidence that these guys are running 50 kW ND. I don't believe they've used proper night pattern for several+ years. 73 KAZ Barrington IL where these guys are a pest on antennas oriented that way. -Original Message- From: Chris Knight radiodxer...@yahoo.com Sent: Aug 17, 2011 12:47 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] cfac heard in south wyo CFAC was heard here this morning in Eastern PA @0600 EDT with a legal ID at ToH and ESPN sports. I also got 850-KOA @0405 EDT with a local weather forecast and Newsradio 8-50 KOA IDs. Tried for KSL on 1160 but only heard a mix with WYLL dominant. The above stations were heard in the Allentown, PA area using a 2002 Toyota Car radio and a whip antenna. 73, Chris Knight (N0IJK) Whitehall, PA From: richa...@perryisp.net richa...@perryisp.net To: IRCA@hard-core-dx.com Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2011 4:33 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] cfac heard in south wyo CFAC is sometimes heard here in Oklahoma in the fall and winter, despite KGWA being only 26 miles (42 km) away. Richard Allen 36°22'51N / 97°26'35W (near Perry OK USA) ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Drake R8 sensitivity
I recently had my Drake R8 worked on for audio spiking problems. Some of the older electrolytic capacitors had to be replaced and the circuit board cleaned. The cost of repair was only $50 and the technician was really good. The unit was sent to Valley Ham Shack in Loveland, CO. 73, Chris Knight (N0IJK) Whitehall, PA From: Patrick Martin mwd...@webtv.net To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org Sent: Wed, May 11, 2011 1:17:11 AM Subject: [IRCA] Drake R8 sensitivity I have noticed since getting the R8 back, the S Meter is more sensitive to minor changes. I normally get local KSWB 840 at 9 miles at S9+38 days (1KW) and S9+35 nights (500w). But at times depending on conditions, the signal can drop or go up a bit. I have noticed anywhere from S9+32-35 (500w) to S9+38-40 (1 KW). This is on the SW EWE. Anyone ever notice this on locals? Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Signal Skip
Patrick, This is definently a short-skip DX season. I logged a couple of South Americans last week, but am concentrating on regionals at this new QTH. The new QTH is Whitehall, PA right next to Allentown. 73, Chris Chris Knight Whitehall, PA From: Patrick Martin mwd...@webtv.net To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America irca@hard-core-dx.com Sent: Mon, May 9, 2011 3:05:32 AM Subject: Re: [IRCA] Signal Skip Bill I saw the AK drop earlier and KOKC 1520 was dominant for a while but by 10 PM, all the good DX was gone. Hardly even notice KSTP on 1500 using the beverage. This has got to be the worst Spring for DX in a long time. The AK stay high most of the time. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Wireless Headphones Suggestion Needed
Does anyone have a good recommendation on wireless headphones for DXing (brand and model)? I have a Drake R8 I'd like to use them with. The current (wired) headphones that fit the R8 use a 1/4 phone plug. Thanks in advance. 73. Chris Knight (N0IJK) Whitehall, PA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] (no subject)
It doesn't sound like local KBNO. There were two phone #'s given in part ...43-55-77 y en Mayagua (?) 107-805-03-30. Later, the woman mentioned what sounds like Radio Costal __lan. It's not much. Hope it helps a little. 73, Chris Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of mauritsvandriess...@skynet.be Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2010 11:29 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] (no subject) This morning on 1280khz ,at 0446utc .Phone taks by om and xyl in SS .Maybe heart someone this also ? .Sorry for the splatter Perseus and supper Kaz Thanks 73, Maurits Van Driessche Belgium http://www.4shared.com/audio/Z2SO4-FQ/1280khz0446utc_11-4_some_SS.html - 1280khz,0446utc 11-4 some SS.mp3 ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] ULR DX....NEW Station...1560 KGOW Bellaire Texas.....On with DAY POWER???
According to the DM780 waterfall in Ham Radio Deluxe, they are off frequency a bit on 1559.93. This is causing a SAH on the frequency. I switched between USB and LSB on the Drake R8, but couldn't hear the USB component of their signal. Strange! 73, Chris Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] ULR DX....NEW Station...1560 KGOW Bellaire Texas.....On with DAY POWER???
Hi Joe, I usually tune below a major frequency by 50Hz in USB mode and watch the carrier show up on the scale at 500. If there are any carriers off frequency you can see them even if you can't hear them. Same with trans-oceanic splits. And, HRD is a free download. :) 73, Chris Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Joseph Miller Sent: Sunday, February 28, 2010 8:34 AM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] ULR DXNEW Station...1560 KGOW Bellaire Texas.On with DAY POWER??? Aha, thanks Chris, I have DM780 and HRD on my computer and was wondering if it could be used for MW DXing. Thanks for the tip... 73 de Joe Miller KJ8O troy MI - Original Message - From: Chris Knight To: 'Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America' Sent: Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:17:21 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: [IRCA] ULR DXNEW Station...1560 KGOW Bellaire Texas.On with DAY POWER??? According to the DM780 waterfall in Ham Radio Deluxe, they are off frequency a bit on 1559.93. This is causing a SAH on the frequency. I switched between USB and LSB on the Drake R8, but couldn't hear the USB component of their signal. Strange! 73, Chris Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] UNID on 1379.7?
George, Thanks for the tip! The carrier is strong on 1379.70. Audio is weak. Whoever they are, they're running a sportscast with a man announcer at 0038 EST separable from 1380. 73, Chris (Dxing with Drake R8) Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of George Sherman Sent: Saturday, January 09, 2010 7:38 PM To: IRCA@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] UNID on 1379.7? I can only get het/carrier, can't quite split off audio. Have noted this last several nights. Must be at least several hundred miles from here, unless running flea power. Hope someone closer to xmtr can ID. 73, George S., MN ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] New article on terminated loop remote resistance control
Hi Kevin, Very nice article! The only question I have right now is how are you interfacing the control unit to the vactrol? What I would do is interface a coax cable to the control box via a SO-239 connector and outside to the antenna. The coax impedance wouldn't matter as the control voltage is DC. The Vactrol will operate down to -40 degrees C according to the datasheet. So cold Colorado weather won't be a problem. ;-) I made notes on your article. The LM7805 can have input voltages ranging from 7V to 35V DC. This will work great if powering the control unit from a car battery or a ham radio power supply. Power at V1 shouldn't drop below around 1.7V for full range on the vactrol LED. I calculated voltage in your circuit to be 2.75V at V1 which is perfect. The LED can drop up to 1.7V and the resistor, Rs, would safely drop the remainder (V1-Vled). So, the only thing I can think of as an added option would be the ability to bring Rout down to zero ohms, maybe through a switch that would also trade out the impedance matching transformer with one better suited for a loop. This should give you a bidirectional pattern, if you need it, and more gain over a terminated loop. I don't know if you are aware of the existance of digitally-controlled variable resistors. These could spawn a new generation of remote phasing control among hobbyists using computers as the control unit. Think of the possibilities! Now on to reading your next article. Keep up the great work! 73, Chris Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Kevin S Sent: Sunday, January 03, 2010 11:56 AM To: ultraligh...@yahoogroups.com; irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] New article on terminated loop remote resistance control Hi all: For those of you using or looking at a EWE, Super Loop, Pennant or other terminated loop antenna, just posted to DXer.ca and the Yahoo UltralightDX group is an article about a controller which precisely varies the resistance over a selected range. In experimenting with a Conti Super Loop, I have found that a single resistance value will not provide acceptable nulls for the entire band (the optimum value can vary by several hundred ohms depending on the target), and that the ability to fine-tune the resistance can make a big difference, since being off by 50-75 ohms might miss the null altogether. This remote termination design allows you to stay in front of the radio while you tweak the resistance for the best null. Thanks to Steve Ratzlaff for the bulk of the design and construction! Here's the DXer.ca link: http://www.dxer.ca/file-area/cat_view/87-ultra-light-radio-files-area/97-ulr -antennas It is also in Section 5 of the Yahoo UltralightDX group files section. Kevin S Bainbridge Island, WA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KMXA-1090 Slogan Change
Local KMXA-1090 is now using Maria 10-90 and Maria 10-90 siempre romantica slogans in a woman's voice. They are playing Mexican romantic music. There was no mention of FM during their legal ID. Yep, they still use IBOC. They used to use La Tricolor slogans and had an FM simulcast //96.5 KXPK. I just checked 96.5 and it wasn't // to 1090. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 747 MW in Holland
Bill, That would explain the good signal into CO last night. 747 was in stronger than any other TA signal. 73, Chris Knight (N0IJK) -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of bill kral Sent: Tuesday, December 22, 2009 3:18 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] 747 MW in Holland Dutch website shows an update on transmitter power for 747 . They are now operating at 1096 KW (1.096 MW) Previous power was 400 KW which matched the output of 1008. According to site photos,both stations are using a common facility in the polder area of the country. Has anyone in the east noticed an improvement in strength on this frequency?Bill in BC __ Looking for the perfect gift? Give the gift of Flickr! http://www.flickr.com/gift/ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Spain on 855 and KOA IBOC off again
KOA's IBOC has been on and off over the past 3 weeks. Right now it's back on. Local 950-KRWZ IBOC has been off now for a week. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of George Sherman Sent: Monday, December 21, 2009 1:31 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] Spain on 855 and KOA IBOC off again I wonder how long KOA has had the IBOC off if anyone knows if it's coming back? I was told by 1 DXer it's been off a couple weeks? I just noticed it about 3 nights ago, there was no IBOC hiss on France-864. 73, George S., MN --- On Sun, 12/20/09, Chris Knight ch...@dxclipjoint.com wrote: From: Chris Knight ch...@dxclipjoint.com Subject: [IRCA] Spain on 855 and KOA IBOC off again To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America irca@hard-core-dx.com Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 11:52 PM Spain on 855 kHz is in with talk program (man talking in Spanish at the moment). Thanks to local 850-KOA for having their IBOC turned off! 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Tecsun PL-380 Portable Conti Loop antenna facing NNE. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Spain on 855 and KOA IBOC off again
Spain on 855 kHz is in with talk program (man talking in Spanish at the moment). Thanks to local 850-KOA for having their IBOC turned off! 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Tecsun PL-380 Portable Conti Loop antenna facing NNE. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KHOW-630
Hi Bill, I wasn't awake this morning to check the dials. KHOW is on the air right now. If they had problems they are now fixed, at least temporarily. Congrats on KIDD! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Bill Block Sent: Saturday, December 19, 2009 8:05 AM To: IRCA Hard-Core Subject: [IRCA] KHOW-630 While TP DXing today I went by 630 and did not hear KHOW so they may have been off the air. Anyone in the Denver area know if they were off the air or not? I did hear one new station at 0918 ut when I heard a weak ID from KIDD in Monterey. Bill Block Prescott Valley, AZ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KRWZ-950 IBOC off
Local KRWZ-950 IBOC has been off the last few days. Let's hope it stays off! 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 1130 - KFAN
KFAN-1130 has a HUGE signal here into Colorado. Either conditions to MN are excellent or they have left day power/pattern on. Anyone else hearing them? Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Tecsun PL-380, 16' x 34' Conti Loop facing NNE ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 1130 - KFAN
You're welcome, Bill. :-) -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Bill Block Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 9:18 PM To: IRCA Hard-Core Subject: Re: [IRCA] 1130 - KFAN Just got my ID ay 2313 ut Weekdays on the Fan Thanks Chris. Bil Block Prescott Valley, AZl ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] First TA Loggings
My first TA Logging with an ULR is Radio 5 on 747 kHz from Netherlands! Heard at 0150-0157. The second one is France on 1206 kHz at 0213 UTC. Good signal with dance music and woman announcer. 1206 - France is an all-time new one in my log! So, it's pretty safe to say TA conditions are good tonight since these were logged on a PL-380 coupled to a Conti Loop facing NNW. This little radio is beating my Drake R8! Other audio was noted on 531, 639, 765, 774, and 1215. 73. Chris Knight (N0IJK) Fort Lupton, Colorado (near Denver) ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KOA-850 IBOC
Local 850-KOA has been off last 3 days/nights. Hopefully it is off for good! 73. Chris Knight, Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KOA-850 IBOC
Willis, KOA is still on. It's their IBOC that's off which is quite OK with me. :) Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of texas4...@core.com Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2009 9:53 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] KOA-850 IBOC Chris- Why??? KOA is a great station. Use them for propagation conditions to the west. They will be back. Willis, K4APE Old Fort, TN ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KOA-850 IBOC
Nah. If I call KOA about their IBOC being off they may misinterpret my call as wanting them to bring it back. I can't afford to take that chance...hi. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2009 9:59 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] KOA-850 IBOC Who knows why KOA's IBOC is off best to call the station if you really want to know why it's off. Good or bad, take it or leave it. I dont care either way about IBOC. Its useless on AM, but useful on FM. Paul ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC?
Oh goody! Now I can comfortably listen to semi-local 1060-KRCN without interference. -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 7:15 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC? Barry, I just checked, and I heard no hash on 1060/1080 here. So it looks like their IBOC is off (at least tonight). 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC?
Paul, They mostly have financial talk programs. When they forget to power down (switch transmitter sites) then KNX IBOC isn't much of a problem. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 7:21 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC? Like KRCN 1060 is much to listen to anyways, even when they forget to power down;) Paul On Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 8:18 PM, Chris Knight ch...@dxclipjoint.com wrote: Oh goody! Now I can comfortably listen to semi-local 1060-KRCN without interference. -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 7:15 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC? Barry, I just checked, and I heard no hash on 1060/1080 here. So it looks like their IBOC is off (at least tonight). 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com -- Sincerely, Paul B. Walker, Jr. www.onairdj.com walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC?
Patrick, KNX has a strong signal into this area at night and their IBOC gives 1060/1080 problems on peaks. You can hear the IBOC hiss up to annoying levels on top of semi-local KRCN, 25 miles away. 73, Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 7:34 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: Re: [IRCA] KNX IBOC? Chris, It sounds like you get KNX pretty strong! Here LA is ok but nothing more in signal. KNX is the strongest though. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WSRY 1550 not heard in CO (yet)
KESJ heard with ESPN Radio (promo for espnstjoseph.com) and another station with Sporting News Radio. KESJ would be a call change if they would give call sign (ex-KSFT). That's all so far into NE CO. 73, Chris ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KDUN-1030
It doesn't seem like IBOC will ever be turned off. It's still going strong here in the Denver metro area with 16 of 25 stations carrying it. Local 810 which turned IBOC off at night now keeps it on. I went to the Los Angeles area last week on a business trip. It was refreshing to be in a much more DX-friendly RF environment. 73. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 6:37 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: Re: [IRCA] KDUN-1030 Sorry to hear that 1030 is blocked that much. Maybe in time, IBOC will be turned off. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KIML 1270 WY via SSS tonite
There is a sort-of reverse situation here. KIML is a pest and overcomes local KBNO-1280 splat. Although WKBF is regular, it sometimes takes a bit of monitoring to pull them through. 73. Chris Knight - N0IJK Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Neil Kazaross Sent: Saturday, October 31, 2009 10:44 PM To: IRCA List Cc: a...@yahoogroups.com; a...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [IRCA] KIML 1270 WY via SSS tonite Only my second logging of KIML 1270 tonite noted often clobbering SSer WKBF with WY Cowboys FB vs Utah from about 1903 to 1915 when I think they switched. I tried long and hard for others in that part of the band on the WY network but struck out. well..if you don't try you don't get. 73 KAZ Barrington IL ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] XEWG-1240, wayward carrier
1240 XEWG CHIH, Cd. Juarez, Nov. 2, 2009, 0358 UTC, Spanish, two Cambio 12-40 slogans by kid back-to-back, short ranchera/pop vocal then full ID by same kid. First XE GY logged at this QTH! Also, there is a carrier on 1240.21(a) which is probably coming from TX based on observations the past few nights. 73. Chris Knight - N0IJK Fort Lupton, CO Drake R8, corner-fed loops, Quantum phaser ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Another GY First !!
1240 WJMC WI, Rice Lake, Nov. 1, 2009, 2324-2325 EST. Good peak with weather forecast by woman then ID by man: Good friends and great information, AM 12-40 WJMC. My first W graveyarder from Colorado in 32 years of DXing! (CK-CO) Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Drake R8, NE corner-fed Conti Loop ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 780 WTME Rumford, MAINE.......also heard here............NEW STATION for ULR!!
Great catch, Rob! Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Robert S.Ross VA3SW Sent: Sunday, November 01, 2009 10:37 PM To: IRCA AM List Subject: [IRCA] 780 WTME Rumford, MAINE...also heard hereNEW STATION for ULR!! Hi Guys: Thanks for tip from Saul Chernos and Barry McLarnon.. Heard this one under WBBM for a NEW STN on ULR and OVERALL LOG as well. Radio UsedSONY SRF-T615 BAREFOOT. ^^ ULR LOG TOTALS are now742 Stations Heard. ^ 73.ROB Robert S. Ross VA3SW London , Ontario CANADA ** 780 WTME Rumford, MAINE Nov/02/09 0009 edt EE FAIR Heard UNDER WBBM. Nice Signal Peaks at times. Adult Contemporary and Soft Rock Music. Male DJ Spoke @ 0012 edt wih mentions of Rumford...but ID as EZ-1240 WEZR. Into song by Suzi Quatro and Chris Norman...Tumblin'In. More Soft Rock Music...signal up and down. On Day Power??? NEW STN ULR # 742 10 KW/18 Watts Nights ROSS, ONT. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Fw: CKWX News 1130 from BC strong in IL
HUGE signal here into Colorado. Some QSB. 73. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Neil Kazaross Sent: Saturday, October 31, 2009 9:32 PM To: IRCA List Cc: a...@yahoogroups.com; a...@wtfda.info Subject: [IRCA] Fw: CKWX News 1130 from BC strong in IL Subject: CKWX News 1130 from BC strong in IL Good cx from here to Pac NW tonite. CKST Team 1040 at times overriding WHO and even on night pattern KOMO 1000 is under phased WMVP. 73 KAZ Barrington IL E-1 and Phased BOG System at 320 deg ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KMXA-1090 on 50kW day power (again)
My semi-local KMXA left their 50kW day power (and IBOC) on. Their format is Spanish with banda music selections and La Tricolor slogans. They should be heard coast to coast with the kind of wattage they're putting out. Chris Knight - N0IJK Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KMXA-1090
Semi-local KMXA is killer loud at the moment 0315 UTC undoubtedly on day power (50kW) with Spanish, ranchera/banda music and La Tricolor slogans. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] TA carriers/audio tonight (10/30), misc. off freq
Here is a list of TA carriers seen/heard here on Ham Radio Deluxe/DM780 waterfall (free download) from 0300-0400 UTC (10/30 local date). All frequencies listed are approximate: 531, 531.03, 558, 567, 576 (threshold audio), 585, 594, 603, 612 (audio), 621 (threshold audio), 639, 648, 666, 693.005, 702, 711, 729, 738, 747, 756, 774 (audio), 783 (threshold audio), 792, 801, 837, 846, 855 (audio), 873, 882, 891, 900.03 (may not be TA), 909, 918, 936, 945, 954, 972, 972.01, 999, 1008, 1008.01, 1026.01, 1035, 1044, 1053.015, 1071, 1079.99, 1116, 1125, 1134, 1143, 1152, 1179, 1197.01, 1206, 1215 (threshold audio), 1224 (thick line = 2 carriers), 1259.99 (may not be TA), 1269, 1349.97 (may not be TA), 1349.99 (may not be TA), 1413, 1485, 1539, 1557, 1566 (threshold audio), and 1584. CBW noted on 989.99. KMOG noted on 1420.04. UnID noted on 1469.96 UnID noted on 1070.07 (as reported last night). Heard SS about the time the carrier really lit up. 1070 has several stations off freq: 1069.99, 1070.015, 1070.035, and 1070.07. The stronger ones are 1070.035 and 1070.07 at this QTH. KILR and KNX are both on frequency as far as I can tell. Just logged 770-WABC at 0355 UTC! 73. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 770 UNID...Christian Rock and SRN News??? Anyone Elsehearing this????
Hi Rob, I'm hearing it in Colorado under CHQR. It is stronger on the North corner-fed loop than on the WNW corner-fed loop. Male vocalists on last two songs. Now 0228 UTC. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Robert S.Ross VA3SW Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 8:16 PM To: IRCA AM List Subject: [IRCA] 770 UNID...Christian Rock and SRN News??? Anyone Elsehearing this Hi Guys: Have a UNID on 770 Khz tonight @ 2145 EDT Tune in...and still there @ 2215 EDT. Mixing in WABC Nullmay also have RCN Bogota Colombia in there too in SS. SRN News Item @ 2145-46 EDT. Ads @ 2146 Ad for Term Insurance Policies. Cell Phone Ad for J-Bug?? Ad for a Math Learning center. Into Christian Rock Music 2152-2204. No ID heard on hour. Could this be WYRV Cedar Bluff VA, or WCGW Nicholasville, KY both Daytimers on Late??? Anyone else hearing this??? ThanksROB. Robert S. Ross VA3SW London, Ontario CANADA ___ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 770 UNID...Christian Rock and SRN News??? Anyone Elsehearing this????
The UnID CCR station hasn't been in for a half hour now. 780-WBBM IBOC is bad. I did hear a KKTL ID which makes me think that may have been what I heard at 0228 UTC. :/ Spain is in pretty good tonite on 774... Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KVKK
I'm getting that carrier too as well as one on 1070.03 that shows up occasionally. The one on 1070.06 is stronger on the antenna aimed NNE. The carrier on 1070.03 is the same weak strength on both the NNE and WNW corner-fed loops. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Nigel Pimblett Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 10:16 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] KVKK Noted someone well off frequency on 1070 this evening, and it appeared to be KVKK in MN. Can anyone closer confirm? Seemed to be 1070.06 or so. Nigel Pimblett Dunmore, Alberta ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KVKK
I'm hearing a station carrying Dennis Praeger (sic?), one had a spot mentioning ...in Armstrong and another carrying country music. All 2 or 3 of these stations seem like they're right on 1070.00. Will keep monitoring... Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Nigel Pimblett Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 10:16 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] KVKK Noted someone well off frequency on 1070 this evening, and it appeared to be KVKK in MN. Can anyone closer confirm? Seemed to be 1070.06 or so. Nigel Pimblett Dunmore, Alberta ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Off freq unid on 1240.20 kHz
I'm picking up a pretty good carrier on about 1240.20 kHz at 0033 UTC. It's stronger to the south of me and plainly visible on a Ham Radio Deluxe/DM780 waterfall. Anyone else hearing it/have any ideas who this is? 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Drake R8, portable corner-fed loop antenna ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] silence of the TAs
Spain is doing well into Colorado: 531, 639, 738, 774, etc. AA on 612 also fairly strong. Much subdued HET on 693 this time compared with yesterday. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] TAs tonight
774-Spain coming in pretty well at 0415 UTC. Man and woman in SS. 819 carrier is there, also 801, music on 765, woman talking on 693. This is one of the better TA evenings here in CO. Other notable signals/carriers: 531, 585, 612, 639, 855 (man talking but too much local KOA-850 IBOC), 909, 927 (threshold audio), 999, 1017, 1134, 1215, 1251, 1341, 1413, 1539. LW: Audio on 183, 198, 216 (man in French). Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Drake R8 NE portable 15'x35' corner-fed loop antenna ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Longwave TAs
0500-ish UTC: 198 England (woman talking) 216 France (man talking) 252 Ireland (playing She's Not There by The Zombies) All poor, but have audio. How come 171 Morocco isn't there? 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 747 kHz at 0522 UTC
Someone on 747 kHz very good signal just started playing Rhinestone Cowboy by Glen Campbell. Who is this? 73, Chris Knight Ft. Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 747 kHz at 0522 UTC
To answer my own question: This is Radio 5 in Netherlands. Up to S8 signal and pushing aside all slop. Wow! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Chris Knight Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 11:23 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] 747 kHz at 0522 UTC Someone on 747 kHz very good signal just started playing Rhinestone Cowboy by Glen Campbell. Who is this? 73, Chris Knight Ft. Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Tecsun's New PL-310 DSP Receiver-- the UltimateUltralight?
Gary, Thank you for answering my question(s). I'm going to order one next payday as long as the XYL doesn't get to the bank before I do. :) 73, Chris Chris Knight Ft. Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of d1028g...@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 10:31 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] Tecsun's New PL-310 DSP Receiver-- the UltimateUltralight? Hi Chris, Thanks for your question. During detailed testing of the new PL-310 in my suburban location, there was no problem at all with overloading-- and the DSP Ultralights in general have developed a reputation for being almost crunch-proof in resistance to overloading. There were also no AM spurs or mixing products detected, although like the PL-300WT (and G8) models there are some internally-generated heterodynes, as detailed in the PL-310 review article. My 9' (side) PVC box loop will severely overload most Ultralight radios when tuning in locals, but the DSP Ultralights (PL-310, PL-300WT, G8, D96L and D92L) are unfazed by such massive RF. My guess is that you will have no problem at all in overloading with the new PL-310, even in urban areas. 73, Gary DeBock (in Puyallup, WA) In a message dated 10/13/2009 12:33:30 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ch...@dxclipjoint.com writes: Hi Gary, Thank you for the great article! A few weeks ago someone mentioned a PL-300WT (G8) is not as susceptible to overloading as an Eton E100. Is this still true with the PL-310? On a business trip last May to Salt Lake City, Utah I noticed the E100 was very prone to severe overloading across the entire MW spectrum. It made DXing impossible above ~ 900 kHz. Would the PL-310 be better than an Eton E100 in a high-RF, urban environment such as SLC? Thanks 73! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of d1028g...@aol.com Sent: Monday, October 12, 2009 9:48 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org; o...@yahoogroups.com Subject: [IRCA] Tecsun's New PL-310 DSP Receiver-- the Ultimate Ultralight? Hello All, The Chinese domestic market has produced yet another highly refined pocket radio with awesome DX capabilities-- which happens to be the flagship DSP model from China's leading radio manufacturing company. The new Tecsun PL-310 LW-AM-FM-SW portable was designed to excel in the billion consumer market, and if you have ever dreamed of a highly sensitive and selective AM receiver that you could hold in your hand, the Tecsun company certainly had you in mind! Combining multiple DSP selectivity options (1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 kHz) with a vastly improved loopstick, the $40 (plus shipping) PL-310 is designed to astonish both experienced and novice DXers alike. Besides the outstanding AM-DXing performance, the PL-310 also has competitive LW capabilities, and FM performance equal to the class-leading PL-300WT (G8) models. Read the full details in a thorough 6-page review just uploaded to the Ultralight Radio File section on _http://www.dxer.ca_ (http://www.dxer.ca) , and to the file section on the Yahoo Ultralightdx group site, The Tecsun PL-310 LW-AM-FM-SW DSP Receiver-- Four Band Performance Review. Available for $39.99 plus $24 shipping from the top-rated eBay seller Anon-co, this innovative new radio may well be the dream multiband receiver you have been waiting for-- and the perfect introduction to the unique fun and excitement of Ultralight Radio DXing! 73 and Best Wishes, Gary DeBock (in Puyallup, WA) ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Tecsun's New PL-310 DSP Receiver-- the Ultimate Ultralight?
Hi Gary, Thank you for the great article! A few weeks ago someone mentioned a PL-300WT (G8) is not as susceptible to overloading as an Eton E100. Is this still true with the PL-310? On a business trip last May to Salt Lake City, Utah I noticed the E100 was very prone to severe overloading across the entire MW spectrum. It made DXing impossible above ~ 900 kHz. Would the PL-310 be better than an Eton E100 in a high-RF, urban environment such as SLC? Thanks 73! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of d1028g...@aol.com Sent: Monday, October 12, 2009 9:48 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org; o...@yahoogroups.com Subject: [IRCA] Tecsun's New PL-310 DSP Receiver-- the Ultimate Ultralight? Hello All, The Chinese domestic market has produced yet another highly refined pocket radio with awesome DX capabilities-- which happens to be the flagship DSP model from China's leading radio manufacturing company. The new Tecsun PL-310 LW-AM-FM-SW portable was designed to excel in the billion consumer market, and if you have ever dreamed of a highly sensitive and selective AM receiver that you could hold in your hand, the Tecsun company certainly had you in mind! Combining multiple DSP selectivity options (1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 kHz) with a vastly improved loopstick, the $40 (plus shipping) PL-310 is designed to astonish both experienced and novice DXers alike. Besides the outstanding AM-DXing performance, the PL-310 also has competitive LW capabilities, and FM performance equal to the class-leading PL-300WT (G8) models. Read the full details in a thorough 6-page review just uploaded to the Ultralight Radio File section on _http://www.dxer.ca_ (http://www.dxer.ca) , and to the file section on the Yahoo Ultralightdx group site, The Tecsun PL-310 LW-AM-FM-SW DSP Receiver-- Four Band Performance Review. Available for $39.99 plus $24 shipping from the top-rated eBay seller Anon-co, this innovative new radio may well be the dream multiband receiver you have been waiting for-- and the perfect introduction to the unique fun and excitement of Ultralight Radio DXing! 73 and Best Wishes, Gary DeBock (in Puyallup, WA) ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 1710 carrier
This carrier is detectable on a 16' x 34' WNW-facing corner-fed loop antenna. Now in at 0315 UTC with threshold audio. There's plenty of T-storm QRN but there are gaps between crashes. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Drake R8 ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 1710 carrier
Hi Kevin, I briefly heard music. No language discernable. The carrier is very weak, barely detectable most of the time. It sounds like anything is possible with this one. If some are hearing it in the daytime (groundwave) it is a good bet that the station is within 50 miles of them. If it was on 530 instead, the groundwave range would be more like 150 miles. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of sa...@sounddsl.com Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2009 9:57 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] 1710 carrier Hey Chris: Is it sounding like Russian religious programming? If you are getting it in Colorado, it might not even be in WA State necessarily? Kevin S Bainbridge Island, WA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KLBW-1530
A daytimer, KLBW-1530, is operating on auto-pilot. There's just open-carrier until the top-of-the-hour then legal ID and IRN/USA Radio News. After the news it returns to open carrier. Good signal into Colorado. New catch! #326 for the year so far. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Boulder,Colorado 760
Hi Bill, KKZN-760 (Thornton) has run day power past local sunset before as late as 10:00PM. Although this is not their typical operating procedure, it's not a surprise either. Great catch! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of bill kral Sent: Saturday, April 25, 2009 11:47 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] Boulder,Colorado 760 Caught dominating signal with ads and ID as Boulder's Progressive Talk Radio before local sunset here in Victoria until 7: 50 PDT when signal disappeared and was replaced by San Diego.As local Colorado sunset happened 2 hrs earlier I would say that the Boulder/Denver Station is on day power of 50 k after LSS and going down to their night power of 1 KW 2 hrs into darkness.Can anyone in that area verify this procedure and speculate if they are delaying their day-night operation?Thanks.Bill in Vic BC __ Looking for the perfect gift? Give the gift of Flickr! http://www.flickr.com/gift/ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Loop antenna
Hey Kevin, I finally got around to building a previously-mentioned, portable, variable capacitance project box that's easily detached from one loop antenna and moved to another. Photos are attached. The inside contains a single 0-365pF variable capacitor (a dual-gang capacitor's profile fully unmeshed was too tall to fit). The capacitor sits atop a small piece of doubled-sided foam tape. This has got to be one of the easiest projects in the world to build. I'm already thinking about a variation of placing 3 of these single capacitors on one long side and sliding switches on the other side. The switching arrangement would place the var caps in parallel making this tuning box very versatile across different loop antennas. The Crate Loop is great! I simply place the radio, headphones, flashlight, tuning box, notebook, etc. inside the crate and carry it all out to the DX site. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Loop antenna
That's odd...I must've copied the list by accident. Soz guys. Took it a few hours to post, probably due to the attachments. If anyone would like to see the photos, please email me privately. 73. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Chris Knight Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2009 4:37 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] Loop antenna Hey Kevin, I finally got around to building a previously-mentioned, portable, variable capacitance project box that's easily detached from one loop antenna and moved to another. Photos are attached. The inside contains a single 0-365pF variable capacitor (a dual-gang capacitor's profile fully unmeshed was too tall to fit). The capacitor sits atop a small piece of doubled-sided foam tape. This has got to be one of the easiest projects in the world to build. I'm already thinking about a variation of placing 3 of these single capacitors on one long side and sliding switches on the other side. The switching arrangement would place the var caps in parallel making this tuning box very versatile across different loop antennas. The Crate Loop is great! I simply place the radio, headphones, flashlight, tuning box, notebook, etc. inside the crate and carry it all out to the DX site. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KFI 640 is now IBOC
KFI seems weaker now. 640 is dominated by SS ATM. IBOC hiss now noted on 650 in USB mode. :-( Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Wednesday, April 08, 2009 10:43 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [IRCA] KFI 640 is now IBOC Got the word that KFI turned on their IBOC. I can barely notice a slight amount of hiss on 630 off the SW EWE and none on 650, KSTE is stronger. Being nearly 1,000 miles from LA and no antenna really pointed to the SSE. KFI is weaker here than with their old tower that fell. KNX is still the strongest LA area station here. I do notice their IBOC, but not much. The only concern I have is with the splits. Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue
John, That was great how many helped on that one! It was mostly process of elimination that led to KICA. So, it wasn't too surprising it was them. I logged both KICA and KMIN for new ones in the process. Both stations were weak here. KMIN was logged //'ing against their streaming audio. And, yeah, the word Grace sounded very much like Praise. XEMF moving to 980 from 970 caught me off guard when I heard them the evening before you. I discounted it as XENR, because I heard a XENR ID around 4-5 minutes later. When you mentioned you heard XEMF also, that cinched it. Four ears are better than two! Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of John H. Bryant Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 4:15 AM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue Chris, I'm REALLY glad that you heard XEMF, too. I, as well, thought that I was totally nuts when I heard that they first couple of times. Years ago, they were my first Mexican real DX on 780 and more powerful than now. When my local KSPI 780 would sign off, I could often hear them, if I could somehow null Chicago (which comes in almost as strong as my still-250 watt local.) Anyway, Em-mey F-fey is pretty hard to mistake, and now that two of us have heard them. surely that is not an authorized move, with another Coahuila station on that frequency??? John B. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] FCC CONSIDERS PUBLIC FILE RULES FOR DXERS
I can't wait to make publically available all the IBOC hash and local QRM I receive. LOL. Happy April 1st! Chris Knight ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Wi-Fi legality (OT)
Something ironic...(this illustrates the fact there are so many laws, not even a lawyer could possibly be aware of them all)...I eventually sold the Direct TV receivers previously mentioned on Ebay to a gentleman in Ontario. After 3 weeks he didn't receive them and wanted a refund. So, I contacted USPS, but they couldn't trace the shipment after it crossed the border. The buyer from Ontario did some research and found they were in Canadian customs awaiting destruction! The Direct TV cards were still in the receivers which is apparently illegal in Canada. This law was to protect another corporation which provides satellite TV to Canada (I think the name was Northstar or similar). Anyway, I lost money on the deal because of that. Lesson learned! As far as the cable TV interference, after service ended I disconnected all the nice cables they ran outside and through the house. Then as I was gardening last spring accidently roto-tilled through the portion going to the house. So, there's no QRM from cable TV! These days we have 2 OTA Digital TV boxes, 5 computers, 4 TVs, half a dozen video game consoles and DVD players. The interference level is so high that DXing inside the house with a loop antenna is impossible. The outdoor antennas are mostly quiet. The Cushcraft D3 Dipole for 10/15/20 meters above the roof can only pick 20 meters. There's too much QRM on 10 and 15 (probably from the wireless water meter the city just installed). All loggings with the Ultralight (E100) are made in the backyard or when I take walks around the local recreation center. I sold the Kiwa Loop...hi. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue
John, I heard the XEMF ID as well, but thought I was hearing things as a few minutes later an XENR ID came through. XEMF supposedly moved away from 780 to 970, but appears to be on 980 since both of us heard the calls. XEWGR is now reported on 780 // Exa-FM XHWGR. I'm monitoring 980 now and just heard KGLN with Mark Levin talk and Newstalk 9-80 KGLN ID. So, that rules KGLN out as your UnID. Will keep monitoring. The antennas here are now configured toward the SE and SW. Chris Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of John H. Bryant Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 2:00 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; ultraligh...@yahoogroups.com Subject: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue I have now made TOH recordings of 980 kHz., looking at the western half of the horizon from northern Oklahoma for the last three nights running. Starting at dusk or soon after, there are three Mexican stations and one EE speaking station on that frequency. The mystery that got me started on this odyssey is the EE station. It plays religious music 24 hours a day... not really gospel music, more main line hymns and Christian contemporary ballads, I think. Here, the station is just above the noise floor most of the time. It IDs fairly often by a male, often saying just Praise 980. Last night, I sometimes heard a slogan after some of the IDs. Sometimes it was something about a place... Your place for peace and meditation or some such. Other times, it was something about Playing 24 hours a day. Last night also, several of the TOHs had the guy saying Praise 980 followed by a commercial or PSA read by a lady that gave an 800 number and a website repeated twice toward the end of the PSA. I could get the neither the entire number nor website, but I KNOW that the website was xxx california.com I thought that it was californiaraisens.com, but I tried that and nothing came up. This might be the website of the station owners??? I wish this was a bit higher above the noise floor. This is all that I've gotten with lotsa time invested in audio processing, etc. Bill Block in Arizona was able to determine that Praise was not the 980 Utah station, but he has heard the Praise 980 slogan. There is one possible station in western Colorado, two in New Mexico, one each in Arizona and Nevada plus four in California. Given that PSA, the California stations might be suspects, but I first heard this thing just after local sunset here, so that is a long way west for so early in the evening. On subsequent nights, the 0900-1100 time period has been best. THERE ARE OTHER 980 MYSTERIES IN WESTERN NAm.: At dusk here, or soon after, I have a mix of up to three Mexican stations and the Praise 980 coming from the Western half of my horizon. The first 980 mystery is the identification of the Mexican that signs off at 0400. At that time and often at the previous two TOH, I hear an XE call letter ID. Most of the time, I hear X-E-M-F fairly well and sometimes with a mention (I think) of Coahuila state. XEMF was a call used until fairly recently by a station on 780 in Montclova, COA . There is a station in Coahuila state on 980: XENR, Nueva Rosita, which I have also heard these last three nights. I can find no information about a relationship between the Montclova station and the one in Nueva Rosita, either. What is going on here??? Has XEMF moved? After the Coahuila (or whatever) station(s) clears the frequency, there are still two Mexican stations and Praise 980 present. These two Mexicans both leave the air at 0800, which would usually indicate Pacific Time Zone. Only northern Baja California is PLT and they have no stations on 980. The IRCA Mexican List shows XEXT in Nayarit signing off at 0700 and the same for XEFQ in western Sonora. I wonder if both, for some reason have moved to an 0800 SF. Why would anybody sign off at 1 AM?? Haas anyone IDed either of these two stations??? There are only 8 stations on 980 in Mexico. Its amazingly mysterious on that frequency for such few stations. After those final two clear the air, the only thing left for me is a usually very low level Praise 980 or some of KMBZ, Talk of Kansas City that leaks from the backside. I'd be happy to supply anyone with my best recordings of any of these mysteries, just ask... I'd love to have any ideas that might occur, as well, Best Regards, John B. WinRadio 313e + Ultralights Wellbrook Phased Arrays, SW and NW Grayland, WA, USA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue
KGLN is eliminated as they are talk. At 0400 UTC I heard a station playing the song How Great Thou Art in a country-western twang which could be your unID. At the same time there was a full ID from XENR which mentions Coahuila a lot. Then there was a PSA from the Instituto Federal Electoral. Shortly thereafter another SS station mentioned Sonora. KFWB next faded up with news and a time check/ID combo. No XE sign offs were noted. I still need KMIN in Grants, NM for an all-time new one. At 0415 UTC a station with Basketball game mentioning Trail Blazers faded up briefly. Still monitoring... No handle on the two XE 0800 sign-offs here unfortunately. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of John H. Bryant Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 6:32 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue Friends, Thank you each very much for the responses... Unless one of the smaller California stations has flipped formats in the past weks and not yet changed the website, it looks more and more like one of the New Mexico stations or the west Texas or the western Colorado. I'm going to record one more night and see if I hear more. I'll update the clan tomorrow. I'm determined enough about this one to get on the phone, if I have to we've plenty of unused cell phone minutes. Does any one have handles on the two Mexicans that are signing off at 0800 on 980??? Stay tuned, as they say. John B Stillwater, OK ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] The 980 Western Mysteries Continue
At 0437 I heard a slogan by a man Praise Him all day. Praise 9-80 then a weather forecast by a woman (didn't mention a location of course). High temps expected in the upper 60's. Heard on SW Superloop. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Wi-Fi legality (OT)
Patrick, I agree on cable TV being a major QRMer. My wife signed up for cable TV while I was at work one day. The result was I couldn't use my brand new Kiwa Loop in the house any more. I put ferrite chokes all over the cables to no avail. When we had Direct TV there was no interference. As far as laws, where does one even begin to comprehend all the laws out there? I'm sure we all break laws we've never of every day of lives. Law enforcement can only selectively enforce the ones they are told to enforce. So don't sweat it. 73, Chris Knight ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Praise 980 In Mountain Time Zone???
John, I'm listening to 980 now and have come up with CJME (talk), KMBZ (talk), another station with Mark Levin and 2 SS stations. For some reason I've never heard any New Mexico stations here on 980. According to the KSVC web site they are talk. Will keep trying. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of John H. Bryant Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 8:44 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] Praise 980 In Mountain Time Zone??? Hey, Bill, That is GREAT! I think that I've heard call letters after Praise 980 just once, but an ill-timed static crashThis ought to be audible in Oklahoma, maybe Texas, Colorado, NM, Arizona at least at times. Bill has eliminated KSVC in Utah as the culprit. Anybody got a handle on this one??? There are two New Mexican stations, a West Texan and a western Coloradan. How 'bout summa you mossbacks in Colorado giving this a look??? John B. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Away from Computer
Is it possible to set digest or journal mode so you get bundled email from the list? That way you wouldn't need to unsubscribe and wouldn't miss anything important. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Friday, March 27, 2009 4:35 PM To: fish fish Subject: [IRCA] Away from Computer I'm not going to have any time for any substantial internet useage in the next 3 or 4 days, maybe as much as a week or so beginning Saturday, so I wanted to let you know you may not hear from me as much or I may not respond as quickly as usual. If anyone asks about me or says they haven't heard from me, just let 'em know I'm around but away from the computer. (Some people actually do get worried if they don't hear from me right away like usual.) Forgive me ahead of time for any short or terse replies, I'm going to be quite busy the next few days without as much sleep as I'd like and getting use to a new schedule. I'll have a new phone number sometime in the 2nd week of April, I'll pass that along when I get it. Paul Walker ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 1100-WZFG blasting into Colorado
1100 WZFG MN, Dilworth, 3/27 2135-2303 EDT, Fair to Excellent signal with talk about the Flood Emergency in Fargo, ND/Moorhead, MN. Took call-in questions for ND Governor John Hoeven. Talkradio AM 11 Hundred, The Flag slogans. Gave phone numbers 888-598-8464 and 701-271-1100. Took out of state calls from Oklahoma, Nebraska and Ohio. Mentioned a caller who called from British Columbia. Gave website www.am1100.tv . Singing legal ID: ...AM 11 hundred WZFG Dilworth-Fargo-Moorhead. Faded but heard a minute later with Fox News. Annoying, loud IBOC hiss the entire time from 1110-KFAB. Thank you Paul Walker for the tip! New catch! [CK-CO] Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado Drake R8, NE Conti Superloop antenna ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 790 KFGO FARGO ND.......In again with Good Signal @ 2330EDT............
Great catch Rob! And thanks for the tip. Fargo, ND stations may be running emergency power due to all the flooding in the area. Now is a great time to log them. 73, Chris Knight -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Robert S.Ross VA3SW Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2009 9:41 PM To: IRCA AM List Subject: [IRCA] 790 KFGO FARGO ND...In again with Good Signal @ 2330EDT Hi Guys: If anyone needs NORTH DAKOTA for their ULR Log, I am hearing them again tonight with a Nice Signal @ 2330 EDT!!! Talk Pgm with Male Hostlots of Talk about the Flooding in the Red River Valley and Fargo Areas. Lots of KFGO IDs as well. These guys have been in the last 2 nights.Nobody else on the frequency with them!! 73ROB Robert S. Ross VA3SW London, Ontario CANADA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 790 KFGO Fargo, ND....In for 3rd Night in a Row!!!............
KFGO is also coming in here into Colorado with man and woman annoucements about the flooding in Fargo such as a sandbag truck is stuck and needs help, a man called in to say he had some space in his home and could take a few flood-displaced individuals, Concordia College is closing due to water/sewer service being shut off, etc. I also logged 740-KVOX from Fargo, but they seem on normal nighttime power and aren't covering the emergency. Sports as usual from them. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Robert S.Ross VA3SW Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2009 8:46 PM To: IRCA AM List Subject: [IRCA] 790 KFGO Fargo,NDIn for 3rd Night in a Row!!! Hi Guys: If anyone else still needs NORTH DAKOTA for their ULR LOG...they are in again tonight @ 2240 EDT. Not as strong as the past 2 nights..and CIGM is on top most of the time tonight...but they are there!! Man and Woman talking about the Severe Flooding in Fargo. Lots of Public Service Announcements and KFGO IDs. Took me 33 Years to hear this Station...and now they're in for 3 nights straight!! 73...ROB. Robert S. Ross VA3SW London, Ontario CANADA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WDAY-970 Covering Flood Emergency
WDAY-970 in Fargo is covering the Flood Emergency and has a strong signal into Colorado right now at 0309 UTC. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KFNW-1200 West Fargo
KFNW-1200 is NOT covering the flood emergency, just woman preacher at 0314 UTC. Big signal, though! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] WSAR Test on
WSAR test not heard so far here in CO. I'm hearing a station in SS, another with ESPN and another with Radio Disney. Those 3 are taking turns dominating the frequency. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WSAR DX Test Not Heard
I didn't hear the WSAR DX test. The stations I was able to pull out were KLMS (ESPN sports), KQAM (Radio Disney), KRXR (SS, ranchera music), and KNIT (SS, ESPN Deportes, legal ID at 0259). Thanks to Kevin Redding for arranging the test! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 780-XEMF/XEWGR
Just to follow up, 780-XEMF is now XEWGR per this link http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/XEWGR-AM . Heard tonight on 779.93kHz at 0600 UTC using XHWGR callsign and Exa FM slogan. They are playing Spanish teen pop dance music and relay XHWGR-FM. Their signal is much reduced and they are slightly off frequency. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Chris Knight Sent: Saturday, March 14, 2009 8:56 PM To: IRCA List Subject: [IRCA] 780-XEMF/XEWGR 780-XEMF in Monclova, Coah was a strong station this winter, but doesn't seem to be there any longer. There was a recent report of 780 Monclova using XEWGR calls which have been in use on 1260. Local DXer John Wilkins has been monitoring a weak SS signal in the evenings and mornings on 779.93kHz and thinks this could be them, but it is very weak. Has anyone else heard this or have ideas who it could be? 780 seems wide open now after WBBM is phase-nulled. Chris Knight - N0IJK Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] TAs....just a bit
Morocco on 171 is in well at 0510 UTC with pop music and man in FF. On MW the best carriers here are 693, 756, 891, and 999. 531, 612, 639, 747, 774, 882, 1215 noted, but weak. Chris Knight Ft. Lupton, CO -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Nick Hall-Patch Sent: Friday, March 20, 2009 10:58 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] TAsjust a bit A fairly steady carrier on 1215 this evening (still there, just before 0500), but no audio. Other weak carriers heard on 999, 1017, 1008, 1089, 1134, 1251, 1269 and 1278, plus some other channels where the het is more imaginary. best wishes, Nick * Nick Hall-Patch Victoria, BC Canada ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WHYL-960 DX Test
I monitored 960, but didn't hear the WHYL DX Test. IBOC QRM from local KRWZ-950 is tough enough to get by, but then there's CFAC which is a powerhouse pest. If CFAC were off (or not using non-directional pattern) WHYL would have stood a chance. The other stations heard here tonight on 960 were KMA and KFLN. No sign of RR Cuba. Thanks to Bruce Collier for the test! Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado Drake R8, 17' x 37' NNE Superloop (corner fed/terminated) antenna ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 780-XEMF/XEWGR
780-XEMF in Monclova, Coah was a strong station this winter, but doesn't seem to be there any longer. There was a recent report of 780 Monclova using XEWGR calls which have been in use on 1260. Local DXer John Wilkins has been monitoring a weak SS signal in the evenings and mornings on 779.93kHz and thinks this could be them, but it is very weak. Has anyone else heard this or have ideas who it could be? 780 seems wide open now after WBBM is phase-nulled. Chris Knight - N0IJK Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WHYL-960 DX Test not heard yet in CO
But I am monitoring on the NNE Conti Loop. Local 950-KRWZ IBOC is nulled by this antenna. There are 2 ESPN stations, the strongest one is CFAC, Calgary ID'd by a local ad (dominant station on 960). There is also a weak country-western station way underneath. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] UnID 1450 - Cow Country
It turns out the Cow Country unID on 1450 is very likely KSEL in Portales, NM. This is from DXer John Wilkins: Howdy Gents - Heard this morning at 0759:50 MDT, following a CW song: KSEL-AM Portales, Clovis, West Texas, and Cannon, followed by a cow mooing, then CNN News. Did not hear the Cow Country slogan but seems obvious this is our unID. Last time I heard KSEL they were all CNN News. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Chris Knight Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 7:29 PM To: Paul B. Walker, Jr.; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] UnID 1450 - Cow Country Nothing yet. I'll ask John if he found out anything. KLMX is main suspect. Chris -Original Message- From: Paul B. Walker, Jr. [mailto:walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 2:35 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; ch...@dxclipjoint.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] UnID 1450 - Cow Country Any word yet on if this catch was KLMX or not? Paul Walker www.onairdj.com On Mon, Mar 9, 2009 at 5:02 PM, Paul B. Walker, Jr. walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com wrote: Could this be KLMX 1450 Clayton, NM in the extreme NE corner of the start near Dalhart, TX? Paul Walker www.onairdj.com On Mon, Mar 9, 2009 at 5:01 PM, Chris Knight ch...@dxclipjoint.com wrote: This one heard by me on Feb. 8 at 0955 EST with For the high plains, serving eastern New Mexico, this is 14-50 Cow Country into Country music. And also heard by local DXer John Wilkins recently mentioning Albuquerque and same slogan. Anyone know who this is? Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] UnID 1450 - Cow Country
Nothing yet. I'll ask John if he found out anything. KLMX is main suspect. Chris -Original Message- From: Paul B. Walker, Jr. [mailto:walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 2:35 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; ch...@dxclipjoint.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] UnID 1450 - Cow Country Any word yet on if this catch was KLMX or not? Paul Walker www.onairdj.com On Mon, Mar 9, 2009 at 5:02 PM, Paul B. Walker, Jr. walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com wrote: Could this be KLMX 1450 Clayton, NM in the extreme NE corner of the start near Dalhart, TX? Paul Walker www.onairdj.com On Mon, Mar 9, 2009 at 5:01 PM, Chris Knight ch...@dxclipjoint.com wrote: This one heard by me on Feb. 8 at 0955 EST with For the high plains, serving eastern New Mexico, this is 14-50 Cow Country into Country music. And also heard by local DXer John Wilkins recently mentioning Albuquerque and same slogan. Anyone know who this is? Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado -- Sincerely, Paul B. Walker, Jr. www.onairdj.com walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Antenna Reccomendations Needed!
Since HDTV antennas have to be replaced in many cases, you may just get a good deal somewhere like on Craigslist, although it might not have UHF. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 7:39 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; NRC Subject: [IRCA] Antenna Reccomendations Needed! I'm going to have a place soon where I can put an antenna outdoors. I need a reccomendation for a good, sturdy DIRECTIONAL outdoor antenna that can withstand some heavy rain, snow and wind. Id like to keep the cost of the antenna under $100, as I plan on getting a rotor, mast, tripod and etc. I'd like the antenna to be able to do UHF/VHF and FM if possible, but am more concerned about FM. I've read some reviews that the RadioShack antennas are kinda flimsy and not well built. If you recommend an antenna and could provide a direct link to info/details about the unit and where to buy it online, I'd appreciate it. Alternatively, if you have an outdoor antenna in good shape that you don't need anymore and are willing to let go of it cheap and can ship it, I'm interested too! Email me offlist IF have an antenna to sell, walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com.. otherwise, keep everything her eon the list. .as I think this discussion might benefit others wh oare looking for an antenna like me. -- Sincerely, Paul B. Walker, Jr. www.onairdj.com walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] FW: really stupid occurrences
What a waste of a perfectly good antenna trap! -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Stewart, Joseph R Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 11:38 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; NRC-AM listserv Subject: [IRCA] FW: really stupid occurrences From the public radio engineers' list... All radio hobbyists out there, especially those in the Omaha area: beware! If your antennas, etc. use PVC pipe, some idiot on the bomb squad may try to detonate it! Randy Stewart Springfield MO -Original Message- From: pubt...@lists.wduq.org [mailto:pubt...@lists.wduq.org] On Behalf Of Ira Wilner Sent: Monday, March 02, 2009 9:02 AM To: Pubtech- Public Radio Tech Forum Subject: Re: [Pubtech] The Closing of..and other high tech goofs Check out this news clip from Omaha where ham radio equipment was mistaken for a pipe bomb and detonated by the local bomb squad. It was apparently a PVC dipole balan. They really are a bunch of amateurs in Omaha. :-) --Ira http://www.kptm.com/Global/story.asp?S=9911221nav=menu606_2 ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Both 570 Reloj and 1610 Anguilla already this evening
Steve, Radio Reloj frequencies that have been heard recently here in Colorado (besides 570) are: 790 (nightly), 820, 860, 870 (nightly), 910 (once), 930 (rare), 950, 960 (rare), and 1020 (rare). Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Steve Ratzlaff Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 8:19 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] Both 570 Reloj and 1610 Anguilla already this evening 570 Reloj first checked and heard 10 minutes in a row with tone and RR at 0220 utc; 1610 Anguilla just faded in 0315 utc, weak and holding for several minutes now. What are other freqs to check for Reloj on? I know there was recent mention of that but I didn't write them down. 570 works for me, when conditions are favorable. KVI is dominant, of course I don't hear anything but the RR and sometimes the preceding tone. (171 Morocco at weak level at 0201 utc, but soon faded away and nothing heard after that.) Steve NE Oregon ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] More Reloj
Great catches, Steve! The Mighty 7-90 KGHL is strong here, too typically, but the SE terminated loop nulls them out. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Steve Ratzlaff Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 9:22 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] More Reloj Switched to 870, just caught the RR at 0417 utc. That's 3 freqs tonight, a record for me. :)) Again, 0419. Lots of fun. (Oops, 870 WWL talk show, moderator just said Kiss my A**, guess I've lead a sheltered life, didn't know you could say that on radio.) Steve NE Oregon R75, longwires ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Unusual Conditions to the South
Condx in Colorado are favoring the south, but not that deep into Mexico. Oklahoma and Texas signals are doing real well though. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO The Okies have been hearing unusual conditions to Latin America for the last 24 hours or so. Mostly its been better than usual reception of deep Mexico, ... Chiapas, XEZZZ on 590, for instance and both XEW and XEWB on 900 (unusual for us), but we have also had some at least tentative catches from the North Coast of South America and the Caribbean. I don't know if this is auroral or not (don't really think so) but if you are interested in cx to the South, you might take a look. John B. ___ ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Links to loggings
Ultralight logs from Loveland, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/lovelandcologgings/ Ultralight logs from Ft. Lupton, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ 2008 Summary of loggings from Ft. Lupton, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/2008amloggings/ 2009 Summary of loggings from Ft. Lupton, CO (so far): http://sites.google.com/site/2009amloggings/ 73, Chris Knight ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Links to loggings
Almost forgot one. LW Beacon Log from Ft. Lupton, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/lwbcbeaconlog/ -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Chris Knight Sent: Thursday, February 19, 2009 10:00 PM To: IRCA List Subject: [IRCA] Links to loggings Ultralight logs from Loveland, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/lovelandcologgings/ Ultralight logs from Ft. Lupton, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/ftluptonulrlogs/ 2008 Summary of loggings from Ft. Lupton, CO: http://sites.google.com/site/2008amloggings/ 2009 Summary of loggings from Ft. Lupton, CO (so far): http://sites.google.com/site/2009amloggings/ 73, Chris Knight ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Indoor vertical update
Thanks for the article! I've got it half done (loop and transformer wound) and will hopefully get the vertical finished sometime this weekend. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 770-WABC
WABC was just logged here with a good signal. New state for this QTH! (I heard this years ago from Pueblo). Also, Radio Rebelde, Cuba on 710 (2 stations? = echo effect) good over local KNUS. E/W condx seem good tonight. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado Drake R-8, Terminated Loops ESE, SSW. Quantum Phaser. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 1030-WBZ
WBZ is also in approaching good strength through KTWO at 2328 EST. Best level heard in years! Going to check TA signals next, especially 1566. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] UNID'd 1400
I played your sound clip for 2 local DXers who were visiting today. We all agreed it was KBRB Ainsworth. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Monday, February 09, 2009 3:19 AM To: NRC; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] UNID'd 1400 I've got another UNID'd for everyone! Sometimes, even my ears can't pick stuff out of the mush.. This was recorded at 3am mountain time on Monday February 9th by my friend in Billings, Montana: http://www.realradiousa.com/1400.mp3 Just a millisecond or two past the 2 second mark, you hear the legal id, .. Local.on... K...(city of license) I can't quite make out the call letters, but it sounds like the 2nd and forth letter are the same Could this KBRB Ainsworth, Nebraska even though the 3rd letter doesnt exactly sound like an R to me? I've listened to it 2 dozen times and can't quite make it all out... Paul Walker walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 1090-KMXA
1090-KMXA now in at 0325 UTC with a HUGE signal here tonight with big IBOC sidebands. They likely have their 50kW day power on as they are as strong as 850-KOA. They are not normally heard (if at all) here at night. Anyone else hearing this? 73. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] AM 1340 UNID'd, well.. sorta!
Hi Paul, On first pass my ears pick out the K-Talk, KTOQ and Rapid City then a mix of Fox and CNN news. The other station's (not KTOQ) audio is weak before TOH. So, I couldn't pull any words out. Both stations are regular logs at this QTH despite local KCFR. Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Sunday, February 08, 2009 4:51 AM To: NRC; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] AM 1340 UNID'd, well.. sorta! Here's a clip recorded by my friend in Billings, Montana this morning (Sunday February 8th) at 4am Mountain time: http://www.realradiousa.com/1340.mp3 Ok, so in this clip.. we've ID KTOQ Rapid City, South Dakota with mentions of K-Talk and KTMP Herber City, Utah (All i heard was *** City) However, listen closely between the mentions of K-Talk at the beginning and Herber City at the end, the call letters mentioned do not sound like KTOQ OR KTMP. Was there a 3rd station in the mix? Did my friend actually hear KTMP and KTOQ like we thought? -- Sincerely, Paul B. Walker, Jr. www.onairdj.com walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 730-XEHB (ex-770)
Logged XEHB (Hidalgo de Parral, Chih) tonight on 730 kHz @0259 UTC with call letter ID in English(!) then longer ID in SS mentioning 50,000 watts of power, call letters, Grupo Radiofonico Zer network, into cumbia music. Slogan sounds like Radio Viva Vida. Ex-770 kHz. Thanks to local DXer, John Wilkins, for the tip! 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, Colorado ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] IBOC off tonight: 670-KLTT and 950-KRWZ
Local Denver area stations 670-KLTT and 950-KRWZ are running without IBOC right now. This is Day #2 for KRWZ. This is allowed reception of 960-WABG in Greenwood, MS for a new state yesterday and 660-KSKY in Dallas, TX tonight for a new catch. Curiously there's still IBOC coming from a station on 670 that I can't hear under KLTT (probably WSCR). Hopefully KLTT and KRWZ keep IBOC off permanently! *crosses fingers* 73. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] 756-Spain
Alternating talk by man and woman in definite Spanish on 756 at 0544UTC up to a fair signal. I checked 6190SW as they were fading up thinking it was Germany again, but wasn't. Spanish is also being heard well on 531 and 639 with typical Spain carriers present on low band. Morocco is present on 171 with music but weaker than it has been lately. The have been present every night for the last 3 weeks. 73. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO Drake R8 and 17'x37' NE Superloop antenna ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 531
Definitely Spanish here too. It is the best Spain of the evening right now at 0613 UTC. 73, Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 11:05 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: [IRCA] 531 At 0600, the signal peaked again and the language is Spanish, so apparently Spain. I wish it was a bit better for a report. I'll try tomorrow night. I have an idea that LSR in Spain is approaching quickly. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] 189 Iceland
I'm hearing music on 189 ranging from Jazz to a song by the BeeGees, now a male vocalist at 0633 UTC. Very weak, but clear signal with slight HET on the high side. Occasional lightning strikes (wonder where the T-storm is). 73, Chris -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com]on Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 10:47 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] 189 Iceland I can hear a woman singing which sounds like Icelantic on 189 at 0545, but beacon QRM. Only on the Eastern beverage. The 531 Unid has the audio, but fading down now. Best on the NE EWE. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] NE EWE Antenna
Congrats Patrick! You could camoflauge the pvc pipe with some spray paint of just the right color. ;-) I converted my NW Flag into a NW/SE dual-terminated Superloop antenna. Sounds like today was a good day for antenna work. 73, Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] What's your closest unheard AM station?
My closest unheard is 1480-KAVA in Pueblo, CO (120 miles south). This is due to 1480-KRAE in Cheyenne, WY which is a fairly strong daytimer and KAVA not having much of a daytime signal. KAVA has a directional daytime setup (2-towers) likely protecting KRAE (which is in this direction). Local 1490-KCFC doesn't help by running an adjacent-channel jammer. My next closest unheard is 1240-KCRT in Trinidad, CO (210 miles south) which does not get out well at all. Chris Knight Fort Lupton, CO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] ALA 100 and related thoughts
Dave, The antenna you described will pull in strong signals guaranteed and maybe less noise since it will be near/on the ground. I've spooled out BOG antennas and left probably 200 feet of wire on the attached spool still coiled up and couldn't tell much difference. Then again, with a much better coil form like a Crate Loop it may improve reception. If you do decide to give it a go, you may want to compare it with another antenna such as a 100 foot longwire/random wire to see if it truly makes a difference. 73, Chris -Original Message- From: HASCALL, DAVID CIV DFAS [mailto:david.hasc...@dfas.mil] Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 1:50 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; ch...@dxclipjoint.com Subject: RE: ALA 100 and related thoughts Chris/Nick: I have emailed Kevin S about using the crate loop, sans varicap, as a BOG wire compressor (for lack of better term). While my original example would not fit in a 50'x60' backyard, I guess that it could be scaled down. My original example used 50' feet of wire on the ground, fed into one end of the crate loop, then another 50' out of the backside of the crate, attached to another 50' section, hooked to another crate loop, then another 50' section, which would be terminated. You would wind up with a 400' wire equivalent BOG in the space of 150'. He stated that it might work and he said that he has a slinky longwire in his attic that works on the same principle. I have also saw a slinky EWE antenna that looks unique. 73, Dave in Indy ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
