Re: [IRCA] [mwdx] DX tests
Unfortunately all my efforts so far this season have come up empty. It just seems like fewer and fewer stations have any interest in this kind of non-profit making activity. I did, however, just get a good lead on a possible test today, so hopefully I'll have something to announce soon. As always, if you have a friendly station in your area or one that you have a relationship with the station personnel who might be open to testing, please let me know. Our committee can take it from there. 73 - more to follow. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Chairman _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Harms Sent: Sunday, October 26, 2008 2:32 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [mwdx] DX tests Are there any DX tests scheduled in the near future? I see that there are none listed on the http://www.dxtests. http://www.dxtests.info/ info/ site. Bill Harms __._,_.___ Messages http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/message/4764;_ylc=X3oDMTMzOHExZGw2BF9TAz k3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEbXNnSWQDNDc2NARzZWMDZn RyBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzEyMjUwNDk1MDAEdHBjSWQDNDc2NA-- in this topic (1) http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJvaGE2OXNjBF9TAzk3MzU5Nz E0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEbXNnSWQDNDc2NARzZWMDZnRyBHNsaw NycGx5BHN0aW1lAzEyMjUwNDk1MDA-?act=replymessageNum=4764 Reply (via web post) | Start http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJkazkwNHVlBF9TAzk3MzU5Nz E0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDbnRwYwRzdGltZQ MxMjI1MDQ5NTAw a new topic Messages http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/messages;_ylc=X3oDMTJkNDBkYmhnBF9TAzk3Mz U5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDbXNncwRzdG ltZQMxMjI1MDQ5NTAw | Files http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/files;_ylc=X3oDMTJlMGIzajR1BF9TAzk3MzU5N zE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDZmlsZXMEc3Rpb WUDMTIyNTA0OTUwMA-- | Photos http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/photos;_ylc=X3oDMTJkaXV0dHVwBF9TAzk3MzU5 NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDcGhvdARzdGlt ZQMxMjI1MDQ5NTAw | Links http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/links;_ylc=X3oDMTJlNHY4MGkwBF9TAzk3MzU5N zE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDbGlua3MEc3Rpb WUDMTIyNTA0OTUwMA-- | Database http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/database;_ylc=X3oDMTJiZ2JtaW1pBF9TAzk3Mz U5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDZGIEc3RpbW UDMTIyNTA0OTUwMA-- | Polls http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/polls;_ylc=X3oDMTJldm92dWhpBF9TAzk3MzU5N zE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDcG9sbHMEc3Rpb WUDMTIyNTA0OTUwMA-- | Members http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/members;_ylc=X3oDMTJkNDEzMzRpBF9TAzk3MzU 5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDbWJycwRzdGl tZQMxMjI1MDQ5NTAw | Calendar http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/calendar;_ylc=X3oDMTJjYjhrMXUwBF9TAzk3Mz U5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDY2FsBHN0aW 1lAzEyMjUwNDk1MDA- Post message:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] List owner: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://groups.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTJjbDk0a21hBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ0M zc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDZ2ZwBHN0aW1lAzEyMjUwNDk1MDA- Yahoo! Groups Change http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/join;_ylc=X3oDMTJldHJibWtqBF9TAzk3MzU5Nz E0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDc3RuZ3MEc3RpbW UDMTIyNTA0OTUwMA-- settings via the Web (Yahoo! ID required) Change settings via email: Switch mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]:%20Digest delivery to Daily Digest | Switch mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]: %20Traditional format to Traditional Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx;_ylc=X3oDMTJjMW01MjNhBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGd ycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDaHBmBHN0aW1lAzEyMjU wNDk1MDA- Your Group | Yahoo! Groups http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ Terms of Use | Unsubscribe mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Recent Activity * 1 New http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx/files;_ylc=X3oDMTJmZGMzMWwwBF9TAzk3MzU5N zE0BGdycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA3Z0bARzbGsDdmZpbGVzBHN0a W1lAzEyMjUwNDk1MDA- Files Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mwdx;_ylc=X3oDMTJkdXZlNDloBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGd ycElkAzQ0Mzc5OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA3Z0bARzbGsDdmdocARzdGltZQMxMjI 1MDQ5NTAw Your Group Yahoo! Groups Latest http://us.ard.yahoo.com/SIG=13o6dvoe4/M=493064.12016262.12445669.8674578/D= groups/S=1705063108:NC/Y=YAHOO/EXP=1225056700/L=/B=.CVtEkLaX90-/J=1225049500 852409/A=5028926/R=0/SIG=11e3tma2a/*http:/new.groups.yahoo.com/moderatorcent ral product news Join Mod. Central stay connected. Best of Y! Groups Discover http://us.ard.yahoo.com/SIG=13oskn9lg/M=493064.12016306.12445698.8674578/D= groups/S=1705063108
[IRCA] QSL received
1210 kHzKGYNGuymon, OK, f/d perfect letter from Jim Smith, GM in 7 days after f/up for Feb. 2007 report and $1 (returned). Seems like a very DXer-friendly guy. Address is P.O. Box 130, Guymon, OK 73942. (Pogue-TN) Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] BCB QSL received
900 WGOKMobile, AL, f/d letter in 466 days for $1 from Kevin Hanna, Assistant Engineer. He said he could also QSL for the former WDLT 660 kHz which is now WXQW. Address is Cumulus Broadcasting, Inc., 2800 Dauphin St., Suite 104, Mobile, AL 36606. (Jim Pogue, TN, 4/12/) Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Update on WFAW QSL Request and DX test
Update FYI. _ From: Ernie Swanson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 10, 2008 8:34 AM To: 'Jim Pogue'; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: 'Jim Vriezen'; 'Gary Douglas Lundberg' Subject: WFAW QSL Request and DX test Hi Jim and Michael, I still have not had the time yet to finish up the package for the confirmation of the WFAW DX test. I will be getting to the confirmation process later on in early May. I wish to thank everyone for being patient. I have not forgotten. Jim, pass the word to the other DX'ers as I will QSL 100 percent. Thank you for your time and interest in WFAW 73, Ernest (Ernie) Swanson, Engineer NRG Media LLC W6355 Eastern Avenue Fort Atkinson, WI 53538-9335 Serving: Dixon, IL Fort Atkinson, WI Ottawa, IL Office (920) 563-9329 Cell: (920) 723-6033 Fax: (920) 563-9329 [EMAIL PROTECTED] __ This email has been scanned by the MessageLabs Email Security System. For more information please visit http://www.messagelabs.com/email __ No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.519 / Virus Database: 269.22.11/1368 - Release Date: 4/9/2008 4:20 PM ___ 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] BTC Podcast #11 now ready
BTC Podcast number 11 is now ready for listening. Click on this link for the latest news from your IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee. http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_11.mp3 73s, Jim Pogue BTC Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] Possible CBA Moncton, NB DX Test
Attention DXers Get out your DX calendars and mark down early Monday morning, April 7. Saul Chernos - our Canadian Connection - has been working the phones again, and we are hoping to have a real treat to finish out the 2007-2008 DX Test Season. CBA 1070 in Moncton, New Brunswick, plans to sign off for good as it completes its switch to FM (106.1) at 0700 Atlantic time on April 7. The Broadcast Test Committee is currently working with CBA personnel to include DX test content in some form during the overnight hours leading up to the official shut-down. Because of the late timing, we thought it prudent to get the word out as soon as possible even though we are still in the process of finalizing details and verifying if and when the test material will air. CBA runs 50,000 watts U1 day and night. If this test runs, expect much of the same content you've heard in other DX tests. We will post updates as soon as we have new information. If you are in touch with other DXers who do not have computer or Internet access, please fill them in on this. We'd hate for anyone to miss out on this opportunity. Jim Pogue and Saul Chernos IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee ___ 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] FW: WHBC 1480 kHz Canton, OH DX Test
I received this somewhat disappointing e-mail today from Dale Lamm at WHBC. I wonder if some of our list members who are professional broadcasters might contact Dale directly and see if we can still salvage a full-blown DX Test? I don't know the applicable FCC rules that well - particularly how the Commission interprets and potentially enforces them. Perhaps a little broadcaster to broadcaster communication could prove helpful. Thanks for anything anyone can do. I'll hold off for a little while before getting back in touch with Dale. 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: Dale Lamm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 21, 2008 12:28 PM To: Jim Pogue Subject: RE: WHBC 1480 kHz Canton, OH DX Test Jim, Am writing to update you on the 3/29/08 DX test with WHBC. I am afraid we will need to postpone the test as published to avoid entanglements with FCC rule 73.72. Looking closely at FCC 73.72, it says ...provided no interference is caused to other stations maintaining a regular operating schedule within such period. See the 73.72 excerpt below. (a) An AM station may operate during the experimental period (the time between midnight and sunrise, local time) on its assigned frequency and with its authorized power for the routine testing and maintenance of its transmitting system, and for conducting experimentation under an experimental authorization, provided no interference is caused to other stations maintaining a regular operating schedule within such period. If we interpret the Rules strictly, then they would seem to prohibit operation at night while using the daytime power and antenna pattern. Because WHBC-AM has a nighttime authorization which allows us 24/7 operation, my view is that special ID's aired in the wee hours are acceptable, so long as they are transmitted using authorized power and pattern for the period. We share the 1480 frequency with other broadcasters, one of them located in our own state. Let's discuss what our remaining options are before 3/29. Dale Lamm Director of Engineering WHBC AM/FM NextMedia Group 330-471-1583 ___ 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] WBIX DX Test Final Report
WBIX DX Test Final Report Let me think of some appropriate superlatives: spectacular, amazing, overwhelmingly successful nope, they still dont capture how great this late-February DX test from Natick, Massachusetts came out. In addition to being heard in at least 18 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, the test was also logged in Finland, Norway, Scotland, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Heres the LONG list of DXers who have reported hearing the test: Mark DeLorenzo South Dennis, MA Dave Hochfelder Albany, NY Steve Howe Saint Albans, VT Curtis Sadowski Paxton, IL Joe Miller Troy, MI Mike Brooker Toronto, ON Craig Healy Providence, RI George Sherman Minnesota Perry Crabill Winchester, VA Mark Gerwlivch Markham, ON Mark Connelly - Billerica, MA Rob Ross London, ON (DXing on an Ultralite radio of course) Bruce Portzer Seattle, WA Tom Jasinski Shorewood, IL Bjarne Mjelde Berlevag, Norway Jan Edh Freddiksfors, Sweden OJ Sagdahl Tronheim, Norway Andrew Blade York, UK Sig Andersson Norrköping, Sweden Torolf Johnsson Stockholm, Sweden Dave Pyatt Burlington, ON Bob Galerstein Monroe, NY Dave Braun Wyoming, DE Scott Fybush Rochester, NY Joe Wozniak St. Louis, MO Rich Line Sterling Heights, MI David Faulkner Albany, NY Torgeir Woxen Sørumsand, Norway Barry Davies Carlisle, UK Shawn Axelrod Winnipeg, MB Neil Kazaross Barrington, IL Jim Wallace Charleston, WV Tim Noonan Oak Creek, WI Steve Francis DXing from Newport News, VA Dave Larrabee Columbia, MD Jim Solatie Lemmenjoki, Finland Eric Söderman Norrköping, Sweden Håkan Sundman Lemmenjoki, Finland Ken Baird Sorn, Scotland Kermit Geary Walnutport, PA Jim Paige Sterling Heights, MI Steve Kennedy Coal Township, PA Charles Helms Nutley, NJ Philip Chiello, Jr. Elm Grove, WI Kraig Krist Manassas, VA Leslie Wood East Meadow, NY John Fisher North Chelmsford, MA Mary Karren-Landry Poland Spring, ME John Malicky Pittsburgh, PA Andrew Blade Ayrshire, Scotland It seems that the only DXers east of the Mississippi River who had a problem hearing the test were those like me here in Memphis who live in WBIXs protective null. Likewise, J.D. Stephens and Les Rayburn in Alabama reported no success in hearing this most desirable test. A trend that appears to be developing is a greater international interest in trying for DX tests. This is indeed exciting, and a potentially strong selling point to station engineers and management for future tests. Evidence supporting some unrealized potential for future successes in this area is provided by comments from DXer Mark Connelly in Massachusetts: At 0016 EST / 0516 UTC on 24 FEB I had no problem hearing the WBIX-1060 Natick, MA test on the DXTuner receiver located in Ilfracombe, England, he wrote. Code ID's, sweep tones, and voice announcements came through fine. Clearly dominating the channel. (Other DXTuners) that had some signal: Edinburgh, Scotland (poor, much weaker than at Ilfracombe, bits of voice and tones) Italy and Germany (carrier evident but nil / nearly nil audio) Caracas, Venezuela (bits of Morse code ID in huge furball jumble). Thanks for sharing this fascinating info Mark. Perhaps we need to try and reach out to DXers in Latin America and encourage them to begin listening for tests. I have not received any reports from DXers in those regions on any tests this season. As the prime BCB listening time begins to transition into nights with higher QRN levels and more hours of daylight, I am still trying to nail down just a couple more DX tests. More to follow on these as details become available. Once again, our sincere thanks to WBIX Chief Engineer Grady Moates for agreeing to conduct this test, and to BTC member Paul B. Walker Jr. for his persistent efforts to arrange it. Now to the task of processing the many requests for QSLs. Remember to keep checking the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] Latest DX Test Podcast now available
Just in time for the next test. Give a listen: http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_10.mp3 Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Info on KQMS DX Test verifications
Via Martin Foltz, we have this update from Steven Mena at KQMS: I did receiver a number of letters from individuals participating in the DX test. I apologize for my delayed response, but just haven't found the time as of yet. I should have some available time in the near future to write back. Thank you, Steven Mena So once again, we're asked to be patient. Thanks to Martin for getting this update for us. 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] Not an ultralite but ...
I have an Eton E10 portable that I really don't need since I almost never use it any more. I bought in about 2 years ago while deployed on the Hurricane Katrina relief effort, but haven't really used it since. Therefore, if anyone is interested, I'd be happy to part with it for $50 plus a few bucks for shipping ... roughly half of what I paid for it. The deal includes the receiver, soft carrying case and charger/power supply. I can't find the manual at the moment, but if I don't locate it I'll try to download a copy from the Internet. One bit of cosmetic damage - the little flap on the back that is supposed to flip up and slightly elevate the receiver is broken. I have the flap and it could probably be repaired with a little effort. If anyone is interested, please e-mail me directly. Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Visiting Las Vegas
I am going to be in Las Vegas the rest of this week for a conference. If we have any members there who would like to get together for coffee and to talk DX, please e-mail me off list. Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Status of WBIX QSLS
Dear fellow DXers - Just a note to say that reception reports from the U.S., Canada and Europe for the highly successful WBIX continue to arrive here via both postal and E-mail. I have been out of town this past weekend, and will be gone most of next week. As soon as I am back I will begin working through the growing piles of reports and hope to start sending out QSLs shortly thereafter. Thanks for your patience everyone. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] WHBC 1480 kHz Canton, OH DX Test
WHBC 1480 kHz Canton, OH DX Test Date: Saturday morning (late Friday night), March 29, 2008. Time: 3 - 4 a.m. Eastern Time, 0700 - 0800 UTC. The station will test with daytime power and pattern, carrying their regular Fox Sports Radio talk programming and interspersing Morse code and sweep tones. Reception reports may be sent to Director of Engineering Dale Lamm/NX8J by several means: You may submit a report via the station's Web site by clicking on this link: http://www.whbc.com/pages/1418821.php? You may submit a report directly to Mr. Lamm by sending an E-mail to DLamm [at] WHBC.com Recordings in mp3 or wav format as proof of reception will be accepted. You may send postal reports to Mr. Dale Lamm, Director of Engineering, WHBC-AM Radio, 550 Market Avenue South, Canton, OH 44702-2112. Audio files in mp3 or wav format will be accepted. If you only have cassette recording capabilities, please contact Jim Pogue (KH2AR [at] comcast.net) for special instructions. NOTE: All requests for postal verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Many thanks to Mr. Lamm for agreeing to conduct this test. Jim Pogue - KH2AR [at] comcast.net www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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 (WTFDA]] WMVP back on at 0329 Central
Great minds! I talked to them this afternoon on the phone. It looks promising. They have two AM stations so we might even get a two-fer. More to follow ... Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: HASCALL, DAVID CIV DFAS [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 25, 2008 5:33 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; irca@hard-core-dx.com; Jim Pogue; Curtis Sadowski Subject: RE: [Amdx (WTFDA]] WMVP back on at 0329 Central Man, if the guy at WIOO knows about DX (has QSL cards) and even knows who Jeff Kadet is)), I'd say that WIOO would be a candidate for a DX Test! Jim Pogue? Dave in Indy -- Message: 11 Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2008 03:36:55 -0600 From: Curtis Sadowski [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Amdx] WMVP back on at 0329 Central To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 I'm still getting something in their null on one of my SRF-49 sets. Earlier I rang up WIOO, which surprised the two engineers on duty, they didn't know WMVP was off, so a call from Illinois was unexpected. They are improving the audio processing, when I called were headed out to the transmitter to take matters in hand there. I got invited to send in for a QSL (they have cards!), which I will, eventhough I'm so out of practice in submitting them, I didn't log much in the way of broadcast details. Curtis Sadowski Paxton, Illinois P.S. The man I talked to at WIOO knew of the WTFDA and even inquired about Jeff Kadet. _ Helping your favorite cause is as easy as instant messaging.?You IM, we give. http://im.live.com/Messenger/IM/Home/?source=text_hotmail_join ___ 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] OT: Seeking advice on buying Sirius radio
My companion (Charlotte) and I want to buy her 83-year-old mother a radio capable of receiving the Sirius service. We want to get a set for indoor use with ergonomics and display that will be reasonably easy for her to use. She is much sharper than her years might indicate, but not particularly techno-savvy (neither am I - HA!). We aren't afraid to spend a few bucks, but want to ensure we get the best value for price. If you have any thoughts along these lines, please e-mail me back directly so we don't clutter up the lists with OT stuff. And my apologies on the front end for this OT posting. 73s, Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] WKDK DX Test Final Report
WKDK DX Test Final Report To paraphrase a well known member of our hobby community (apologies to GH), if anyone ever tells you that DX tests on graveyard frequencies don't get out, don't you believe them! Powell Way III's great test over his 1240 kHz station on the morning of Feb. 11 was heard well throughout the South, along the Eastern Seaboard and into the Midwest. Here's our list of the lucky folks who've check in to say they heard WKDK ... Newberry County's VOICE for over 60 Years! Fred Nordquist - Moncks Corner, SC Paul Walker Jr. - Abbeville, SC Dave Hochfelder - Albany, NY Joe Miller - Troy, MI Jim Renfrew - Holley, NY Willis Monk - Old Fort, TN Les Rayburn - Central Alabama J.D. Stephens - Hampton Cove, AL Dave Pyatt - Burlington, ON, Canada Steve Francis - Alcoa, TN Tom Jasinski - Shorewood, IL Chris Johnson - Taylors, SC And an anonymous posting from Michigan on the DXTESTS.INFO site. There were a number of tentatives as well, including: Saul Chernos - Burnt River, ON, Canada Mark Gerwlivch - Markham, ON, Canada Dave Lang - Waterford, CT Jim Pogue - Memphis, TN We'll have to wait until Powell has a chance to work through the reports to see if we hit pay dirt or just plain dirt. Several other DXers tried for the test but mostly just heard the old graveyard gumbo/ These DXers included Joe Wozniak in St. Louis, Steve Ratzlaff in Oregon, Frank Aden in Idaho, and Wayne Heinen in Colorado. For a few others who didn't hear WKDK, the time spent at the dials was not a complete loss as it did yield some new ones for them. Dan Riordan in Sherwood, OR, heard two he need from California, namely KNRY and KSUE. And Craig Barnes in Wondervu, CO, added KCCR in Pierre, SD, to his logbook. Again, our sincere thanks to Powell Way III for conducting this test. Hearing a graveyard station is always a treat in my book. Remember to keep checking the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] Last call for WABV reports
I'm preparing my final report on the WABV test but have received very few e-mails from DXers. If you heard the test, or even tried for it, please let me know. Thanks folks. 73s, Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] OT (again): Old electronics magazines
Does anyone have copies of Electronics Illustrated and/or Popular Electronics magazines during the period 1964-69? If so, please contact me directly as I am working on a magazine article and am seeking some background info I think I read in another article 40 years ago or so. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] CBR-1010
Very nice catch Randy. I need to try for them as they are one of the few old time CBC stations I don't have verified. Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Stewart, Joseph R Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2008 1:48 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] CBR-1010 For the first time in I don't know how long, CBR-1010 was dominating the frequency at 2300 Central (midnight Eastern) last night (Fri. 2/23) with CBC national news //CBW-990, and local ID with weather for Calgary and the rest of Alberta at 2305. Other than CFAC-960, Alberta's relatively rare here in any form, so this was nice to hear. Randy Stewart Springfield MO on a Sony 7600GR (NOT an ultralight) with internal ferrite loopstick ___ 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] WNTP DX Test postponed
Just in case anyone missed this, I'm retransmitting René's earlier e-mail regarding postponement of tonight's test. Hi all, Because of the inclement weather today and tonight here in Philadelphia, I am going to have to postpone the WNTP DX Test until March 15 (Friday night into Saturday morning). Aside from the difficult travel conditions, the other work I needed to do tonight is going to be impossible because I won't be able to get to the towers with the heavy snowfall today and expected ice tonight. Sorry about the short notice. The setup, conditions, and procedures for the DX Test on March 15 will be the same as they would have been tonight. I will not be able to do the test before 3/15 because I leave on 2/28 for England for two weeks (coming home on 3/13). 73, Rene' Rene F. Tetro Lansdale, PA, USA W2FIL, WPXG816, WPXU288 Coordinates: 40DN 12' 41N 75DW 18' 22W Grid: FN20IF Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Websites: www.radioveronica.us; www.veronicafm.org; www.exalt1700.org; www.breezy1630.org; www.dxhub.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] CFFX QSL update
Just a note to let everyone know that Saul and I are working on processing the CFFX QSL cards. Because we received a large number of requests, and because the transnational nature of the QSL process is a little convoluted, we are trying to get all the requests and responses taken care of with the minimum number of mailings. The bottom line ... the QSLs will soon be in the mail. We ask that everyone just continue to be patient. I promise that everyone who heard the test and wants a QSL will get one. Thanks and 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, TN 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] KQMS-1400 DX te
I'll contact the folks at KQMS this week and see what's up. Maybe they just need a little reminder. I don't think they got swamped with reports so QSLing shouldn't be that great a task. I'll report what I find out. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Martin and Wendy Foltz Sent: Sunday, February 17, 2008 9:27 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] KQMS-1400 DX te Nothing here and I haven't seen anyone else report a QSL. Steve Mena sent me a verie letter for KNRO-1670 in November and he replied quickly so I'm not sure what's going on. Martin From: Bruce Portzer Subject: [IRCA] KQMS-1400 DX test Has anybody gotten a QSL from December's KQMS test? I sent a CD report about a week after the test but haven't heard back from them yet. Bruce ___ 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] WBAV and WKDK DX Tests
If you haven't already done so, please e-mail me your results for these two tests. I'll be getting reports together in the next couple of days to document the results. Thanks everyone. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, Tennessee USA QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] That was the WABV test of course - sorry Paul
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[IRCA] OT: Tornado photos
Some of you on the various lists were kind enough to e-mail and check on me following the terrible tornadoes we had here in Tennessee and surrounding states last week. In my day job I am a civilian public affairs specialist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers here in Memphis. One of my duties is to produce our weekly online employee newsletter. Last week I published several photos taken of storm damage at Union University, about an hour's drive northwest of Memphis. This link will take you to one of these photos, plus clicking on the link at the bottom of the page will take you to several additional photos. I thought perhaps some on the lists would find these photos of interest ... especially folks who live where tornadoes are not a menace. Thankfully, no one died or was seriously injured at Union University. Sorry to trouble anyone on the lists who may not be interested. Here's the link: http://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/RWOnline/RW_2008/RW_020808/POW_020808.htm Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] More on Tonight's WKDK DX test
A little additional info direct from the source. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Powell E. Way III W4OPW Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 6:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [NRC-AM] Tonight's WKDK DX test Don't forget the DX test. I plan to be live with standard oldies format from 11:30 until midnight. I'll run ID and ABC news, and WX after the news then the DX test at 12:04 or 12:05. I will take phone calls at (803) 276-2957. NO collect calls. Powell POP email is powell at backroads DOT net ___ The NRC AM mailing list nrcdxas.org ___ 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] WKDK-1240 Newberry, SC DX Test tonight - 2/11/08 - Ready to go
WKDK 1240 kHz Newberry, SC DX Test Date: Monday morning (late Sunday night), February 11, 2008. Time: Midnight - 12:30 a.m. Eastern Time (0500-0530 UTC). Mode of Operation: 1,000 watts non-directional pattern. Notes: The test, hosted by our own Powell E. Way III - W4OPW, will consist of phonetic voice IDs, Morse code, sweep tones and unique music. Powell will also take pre-paid telephone calls at (803) 276-2957. Full details at: http://www.dxtests.info/2008/01/wkdk-1240-khz-newberry-sc-dx-test.html Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] No WKDK yet
Lots of QRM from local WAVN in Southaven, MS just 12 miles away, so nothing here yet. J.D. Stephens in Huntsville, AL says he's hearing Morse code and sweeps really well however. Way to go. Thanks Powell - I'm still trying. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] WABV DX Test tentatively heard in Memphis
A review of my recording shows some weak Morse code at 12:29 AM EST. I'm sending a CD to Paul for his review and keeping my fingers crossed. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] CKEC 1320, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada - Final days on the airJim Pogue
Thanks Jeff - I must have been working off some outdated info. I appreciate the correction. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeff Lehmann Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 4:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Amdx] CKEC 1320, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia,Canada - Final days on the airJim Pogue The format for CKEC is country music. CKEC may play some country music, but their format is mostly Hot AC (Hits of the 80s, 90s, and Today). Jeff Lehmann Hanson, MA ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Post to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ 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] CKEC 1320, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada - Final days on the air
CKEC 1320, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada - Final days on the air This station is scheduled to permanently sign off its AM facilities and transition fully to 94.1 FM on March 11, 2008. Although the station is unable to conduct a special test with tones, Morse code or other special content, Chief Engineer Peter Lann (VE1LAN) invites reception reports from DXers during the last days of AM operation. He says this will be an extremely good time to hear the station, particularly the final week. The station ID is given at least four times per hour and there is a four-minute News Cast at the top of the hour. Mr. Lann says he will reply to all DX reports sent. I have been a SWL/Ham since my early teens.Good hunting! The format for CKEC is country music. Reception reports may be sent to Mr. Lann at: 84 Provost Street, Box 519, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada, B2H 5E7. E-mail reception reports may also be submitted to plann [at] ckec.com. NOTE: All requests for written verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Jim Pogue and Saul Chernos IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee ___ 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] BTC Podcast #9 is now ready
BTC Podcast #9 has been uploaded and is now ready for listeners. Thanks to J.D. Stephens for another excellent program. Click on this link to have a listeners: http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_9.mp3 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, Tennessee 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] WHY AM STATIONS ARE DISAPPEARING
I'm pretty sure Patrick meant NSP - No Silent Period. BTW, is your impromptu test on for tonight Paul? 73s, Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2008 9:03 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] WHY AM STATIONS ARE DISAPPEARING Patrick: I have no problem with INSP.. or insportational.. just because you don't like it, doesn't mean it don't deserve a home on the raido.. not every station can program something you like. Paul On Feb 7, 2008 9:45 PM, Patrick Martin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As long as what ends up on the MW band is not NSP. Patrick Martin KAVT Reception 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.walkerbroadcasting.com www.myspace.com/walkerbroadcasting ___ 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] Equipment Test Tonight on WABV-AM 1590 Abbeville, South Carolina
Forwarded on behalf of Paul Walker: We are halfway down with repairs. We've made it up to 500 Watts. In repairing stuff today, we found a part in the back of the transmitter had burn/blownout in a previous incident and we can't go to a full 1000 Watts with the part like it is. That being said, we are at 500 Watts and will do a test from 12:01 AM to 1:30AM Eastern Tonight (Well, really Friday February 8th.. but you get the idea...) PLEASE pass this along to other members, lists and websites. I WILL QSL/Verify anyone who hears this impromptu test. NO E-QSL Service and NO mp3s/digital audio files will be accepted by email. ALL Requests MUST be sent by regular mail with a self addressed stamped envelope. I will accept CD's or cassette tapes. If using a cassette. PLEASE DO NOT send me the entire hour with the tape at the very beginning.. cue it up to where I need to listen. If sending a CD, please indicate with a short note attached to the CD what tracks I should be looking for and listening to. NO PHONE CALLS at all during the test. As soon as it's over, I'm going to bed. I PROMISE another Full Power Test a little later in the year with plenty more notice for everyone. My contact mailing address for QSL's is below. That being said, we'll probably do another impromptu test Monday or Tuesday or next week when we try and get this clunker of an RCA BTA1-M transmitter up to a full 1000 Watts. Regards, Paul B. Walker, Jr. Operations Manager/Program Director/Assistant Sales Director/Secretary/Assistant Engineer/Cleaning Person/Toilet Fixer Upper/Lawn Mower/Dog Walker Cool Country 1590 WABV 75 Highway 28 South Abbeville, South Carolina 29620-5521 ___ 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] CFFX QSL follow-up
This info was and still is on the www.dxtests.info website Konnie. It was posted 1/10/08. This is your best source for news on tests. Please check it regularly for updates. Additional info regarding CFFX DX Test The BTCs Canadian Connection Saul Chernos and I have been working out some of the details on programming and QSLs for this test with chief engineer Roger Cole. To begin with, here are the basics: CFFX 960 kHz Kingston, ON DX Test DATE: Early morning of Tuesday January 15 (Monday night). MODE OF OPERATION: CFFX will test using its 10,000-watt daytime directional pattern. PROGRAMMING: Regular adult contemporary programming. Special test material will consists of three hourly voice announcements followed by special test material lasting several minutes. These will air roughly at the top of the hour, at approximately , 0100 and 0200 EST, give or take a few minutes depending on the program log. Here is what weve worked out on QSLs For those DXers who seek a traditional paper QSL card, please send your reception report, recording (mp3/wav on disk or cassette OK) directly to Saul at the following address: Saul Chernos 57 Berkeley St. Toronto, ON M5A 2W5 CANADA Regarding return postage, be sure to go with one of these options: 1. You may send Canadian stamps in an amount sufficient to cover postage from there to your location. For Canada to the U.S., I believe it is 93¢ Canadian. 2. Send $1 U.S. to cover return postage costs. 3. DXers hearing the test outside of Canada and the U.S. may send 1 Euro. And DXers anywhere can send 1 IRC to cover return postage costs. If none of these options will work for you, please contact me via e-mail and well work something out. Saul will work with Mr. Cole to review reports, issue and mail QSL cards, etc. For those DXers who are happy with an eQSL, please send your reception report and/or recording in either mp3 or wav format to both Saul and Mr. Cole. Their e-mail addresses are respectively: schernos[at]sympatico.ca roger.cole[at]corusent.com I hope this covers everything, but if you have any questions please dont hesitate to ask. Good luck to everyone on hearing this very special test. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, TN USA -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Konnie Rychalsky Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 3:41 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] CFFX QSL follow-up ADDRESS?? None was posted clearly visible. We have reports in hand for QSL requests, and are now processing them. If you have not yet sent in a report and want a QSL or eQSL, please do so asap. For a QSL/eQSL we would need a full paper report listing some degree of detail and/or a recording. It may take a week or two to get all of the reports listened to or reviewed and (e)QSLed. But we will get to them. (Some have already been issued). If you haven't received a QSL or eQSL, and want to make sure yours is in our hopper, you are welcome to e-mail me. Saul _ Shed those extra pounds with MSN and The Biggest Loser! http://biggestloser.msn.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] WNTP 990 kHz Philadelphia, PA DX Test
WNTP 990 kHz Philadelphia, PA DX Test Date: Saturday morning (late Friday night), Feb. 23, 2008. Time: Midnight -1 a.m. Eastern Time, 0500 0600 UTC. From midnight until 12:30 a.m. the station will test with their new daytime pattern and 50 KW power. From 12:30 until 1 a.m. they will test with their non-directional pattern and 12.5 KW power. Previous non-directional tests have been conducted at 5 KW, and this higher power should give more listeners a chance to hear this station. Well especially be running a lot of sweep tones since they seem to get the best results. Morse IDs, steady 2 kHz tones, and some odd ball music which I have yet to pick, says Chief Engineer and DXer René Tetro. Reception reports may be sent to René at WNTP, 117 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444. E-mail reception reports may also be submitted to [EMAIL PROTECTED] If sending an audio recording, I prefer CD or mp3 (MP3s can be an attachment to an e-mail, provided the size doesnt exceed 3-4 mb), René adds. No eQSL service is being offered for this test. This is the fourth year in a row that René will conduct a test over WNTP, but this higher transmitter power opens up lots of new possibilities. NOTE: All requests for verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Many thanks to René for his great support over the years to DXers and our hobby, and in particular for conducting this test. Jim Pogue [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] Anyone Need VENEZUELA on Ultralite??? 780 Radio Coroin Now!!
I have an Ecos del Torbes pennant hanging on the shack wall here. Says YVOD 780 kcs. Plus YVOC 4980 kcs. And YVSC 9640 kcs. I have the QSL card in an album but it was for SWBC. Pennant is dated 12-19-68. Man, almost 40 years ago. Where does the time go!? Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Monday, January 28, 2008 8:51 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: Re: [IRCA] Anyone Need VENEZUELA on Ultralite??? 780 Radio Coroin Now!! Great going. I hink they used to be Echo Del Torbes back in the 70s. That was the only Venezuela station I ever QSL'd on MW. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception 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] CFFX DX Test Final Report
CFFX DX Test Final Report Wow! What a good test this turned out to be. In spite of marginal conditions, the last few hours of CFFX on 960 kHz made it to both the east and west coast and even to Scotland. Only the southwest and the deep south appear to have been left out. A look at the CFFX daytime pattern explains why - a pretty significant null toward the south. As with the KKMO test, the CFFX test was heard in Europe. Special congratulations this time go to Paul Crankshaw in Troon Scotland, who caught a couple Morse code IDs. The test also made it to the North American west coast. Without further ado, here is the lengthy list of those who logged the swan song of CFFX-AM: Konnie Rychalsky - Southwestern CT Dave Lang - Waterford CT Curtis Sadowski - Paxton IL Tom Jasinski - Shorewood IL Frank Zane - Downers Grove (Chicago) IL Mark Connelly - Billerica MA Joe Miller - Southeastern MI George Sherman - MN Paul LaFreniere - Grand Marais MN Joe Wozniak - St. Louis MO Dave Hockfelder - Albany NY Stephen Howe - Albany NY Ken Chatterton - Mannville NY Jerry Bond - Rochester NY Scott Fybush - Suffern NY Joe Perge - Newark OH Patrick Martin - Seaside OR Brett Saylor - State College PA Steve Francis - Alcoa, TN Jim Pogue, Memphis TN Kevin Satya - Bainbridge Island WA Bill Dvorak - Madison WI Tim Noonan - Oak Creek WI Nigel Pimblett - Dunmore AB Nick Hall-Patch, Victoria BC Walter Salmaniw - Victoria BC Saul Chernos - Burnt River ON Jeff Falconer - Clinton ON Robert Ross - London ON Mark Gerwlivch - Markham ON Mike Brooker - Toronto ON Niel Wolfish - Toronto ON Barry McLarnon - Ottawa ON Paul Crankshaw - Troon, Scotland Steve Whitt - Scotland Sometimes the Internet is a key ally. Frank Schuettig in Bali, Indonesia tuned in this test remotely via a DX Tuner in Illinois. The international aspect our tests are taking on is great, and we encourage more of our European compatriots to give future tests a try. Even if you weren't able to hear the test, we send a big thank-you to those who tried and continue to support our efforts, including: Bill Block-AZ, Frank Aden-ID, Bob Foxworth-FL, Tim Hall-CA, Steve Ratzlaff-OR, Martin Foltz-CA, Fred Nordquist-SC, Patrick Griffith-CO, J.D. Stephens-AL, Bruce Winkelman-OK, Bruce Portzer-WA, Barry Davies in the UK and Bjarne Mjelde in Berlevag (Arctic Norway) who heard CFAC and KMA but not CFFX. After a very brief dry spell, we've added a couple of more tests to the calendar, plus several more are still very much in the works. Remember to keep checking the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Finally, if you can reach out to one or more stations in your area and encourage them to consider doing a DX test, please do so. Many hands . and all that. Saul Chernos and Jim Pogue For the IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee ___ 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] QSL report
WDLM 960 kHz East Moline, IL. Received a nice, f/d professionally printed QSL card (yes, they do still exist) and personal letter in 10 days from C.E. Glenn Rogerson for $1 and CD recording. He said they were running 101 watts PSSA-3 at the time of my reception. I plan to talk to him about a possible DX test as he seems very DXer friendly. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] [NRC-AM] Re: QSL report
Sure - I'll scan it Monday at work and send to you. I don't currently have anywhere to post it, but if you want to post it somewhere you are welcome to. Thanks for your interest Patrick. Jim Pogue Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patrick Griffith, N0NNK / WPE9HVW Sent: Saturday, January 26, 2008 5:06 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [NRC-AM] Re: QSL report WDLM 960 kHz East Moline, IL. Received a nice, f/d professionally printed QSL card (yes, they do still exist) / Would love to see it Jim. Do u have any way to send or post a scan of it somewhere? Patrick Griffith, CBT CBNT CRO Westminster CO http://community.webtv.net/AM-DXer/ http://community.webtv.net/N0NNK/ ___ The NRC AM mailing list nrcdxas.org ___ 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] BTC Podcast #8 is now available for listening
BTC Podcast #8 is now available for listening. Click on this link to have a listen. Thanks to host J.D. Stephens. http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_8.mp3 Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator Memphis, Tennessee USA www.dxtests.info ___ 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] According to the Talmud: Frequency Determination for AnalogUltralights
For this aging Episcopalian, these insights are fascinating. I never knew the ancient Law also covered our hobby. I'll have to take it up with my priest on Sunday and see if he knows of any New Testament references to ULr. Jim Pogue Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Saul Chernos Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2008 5:34 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] According to the Talmud: Frequency Determination for AnalogUltralights Rabbi Gil wrote: Using a spotter radio is kosher unless it is made from porcine product. Well not quite. There was an entire program on Radio Mossiach and Redemption 1710 devoted to this exact spotter radio matter , whereupon the aging, bearded Rebbe explained that shellfish products are also forbidden. Furthermore, the aging, bearded Rebbe explained that Rabbi Gil must not forget the required seal of approval on the final product to make sure his blessing have been performed according to Talmudic Law. If used for Passover, or Pesach, it must be certiified Kosher for Pesach, though it is generally acknowledged that one needn't pour boiling water over the device, or keep it separate, for passover-use only. There are other ULR alignment minutaie that I heard discussed on 1710 that I won't detail here. But the aging, bearded Rebbe did make it very clear that any and all ultralights must be properly properly aligned, and authentically certified as Kosher, if they are to hear Radio Mossiach and Redemption. And, yes, I have heard this station on my ULR from Burnt River ON. Maybe that makes me the first person to log a pirate. I can't tell you when, so others may beat me to it for an official date and an entry into the ULR record books. Shaul Chernos ___ 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] More info on HAARP QSLs
Just one last note on this - I got this in my in box today. So if you want a QSL card, here is the way to go for it. If you are not a ham or don't have an existing QSL card, I'm pretty sure you could create a simple SWL card and mail it to them and that would suffice. It sure was an interesting event. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: HAARP MoonBounce Reports [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 9:01 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Thank you for your report Thank you for your participation in the HAARP-LWA Moon Bounce experiments of 19 and 20 January 2008. We have received over 1500 reports from amateur radio hams throughout the USA and other countries, including Sweden, Finland, Czech Republic, Italy, Russia, Ukraine, Argentina, Australia, Marshall Islands, Hawaii, and Japan. We apologize if we have not listed your country; we have not yet been able to review all reports. These reports will help us to understand the propagation characteristics of the HAARP skywave and lunar echoes. As we review your reports we plan to post on the HAARP website further information learned from these experiments. If you would like a QSL card confirmation of your reception, please send us your card with the reception details to our address: HAARP Research Facility Milepost 11.3, PO Box 271 Gakona, AK 99586 ___ 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 info on HAARP QSLs
I figured it was a mass mailing, but for those who did not send an e-mail report I figured this might give them a little more incentive. My report will go out to them tomorrow. Let's hope the QSLs start coming back reasonably soon! 73s, Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 6:45 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: Re: [IRCA] More info on HAARP QSLs Hi Jim, Yes, I got the same e mail. I sent a snail ail report to them today. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception 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] HAARP - the morning after follow-up
I was happy to see the high level of interest in this test, and to see that so many folks across Europe and North America heard it. Please remember that the HAARP researchers up in Alaska would like to hear from you, and that they've also promised a special QSL card for the test (I've already e-mailed my report). Here is what they say on their Web page regarding the test and reports: We are interested in receiving signal reports from radio amateurs (and SWLs) who may be able to detect, or not detect, the lunar echo or the transmitted skywave pulse from HAARP. It will be helpful if your report includes your call sign and the type and location of your receiving equipment and antennas. Reports may be sent to the following address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Additionally, Questions of a technical nature may be submitted via e-mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 73s, Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Additional HAARP Test info
Additional info on HAARP tests. -Original Message- From: infohaarp [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 18, 2008 9:34 AM To: Jim Pogue Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: January tests Jim, Audio recordings would be appreciated but files of signal strength versus time would be of much greater scientific value although we realize that this may not be possible for many people. Thanks, I.H. Jim Pogue wrote: That's great news! I'll pass this along on several of the lists that have been carrying info on the test. Thanks for the speedy reply. Are you interested in audio recordings such as in mp3 or wav format? Jim -Original Message- From: infohaarp [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2008 8:07 PM To: Jim Pogue Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: January tests Jim, Thanks for your inquiry. Well - I guess we'll have to get some QSL cards printed up. We have the standard ones but the moon bounce test deserves a unique design. Thanks for the reminder. I.H. Jim Pogue wrote: I am interested in participating in these tests and wonder if you will be offering listeners a QSL card as you have done in the past for some other tests? Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] WBIX 1060 kHz Natick (Boston) Massachusetts DX Test
WBIX 1060 kHz Natick (Boston) Massachusetts DX Test Date: Sunday morning (late Saturday night), Feb. 24, 2008. Time: Midnight - 2:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, 0500 - 0700 UTC. The station will conduct the test at 40,000 watts power using their two-tower daytime antenna pattern. Programming will include a one-hour CD of Todd Rundgren Music with Morse code, sweep tones and announcements every 10 minutes or so. The Broadcast Test Committee will be handling all reception reports and verifications for this test. Both eQSL service and traditional paper QSLs will be offered. Recordings on disk in .mp3 or .wav format, audio files via e-mail or cassette recordings will be accepted as proof of reception. Send reception reports and recordings to: IRCA/NRC Joint BTC, Attn: WBIX DX Test, P.O. Box 3777, Memphis, TN 38173-0777 USA. E-mail reports and audio files may be sent to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The station is particularly interested in knowing the receiving equipment and antennas listeners use to hear the test. NOTE: All requests for paper verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Our sincere thanks to WBIX Chief Engineer Grady Moates for agreeing to conduct this test, and to BTC member Paul B. Walker Jr. for his persistent efforts to arrange it. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] WKDK 1240 kHz Newberry, SC DX Test
WKDK 1240 kHz Newberry, SC DX Test. Date: Monday morning (late Sunday night), February 11, 2008. Time: Midnight - 12:30 a.m. Eastern Time (0500-0530 UTC). 1,000 watts non-directional pattern. The test, hosted by our own Powell E. Way III - W4OPW, will consist of phonetic voice IDs, Morse code, sweep tones and unique music. Powell will also take pre-paid telephone calls at (803) 276-2957. Reception reports may be sent to Powell E. Way III, WKDK Radio, P.O. Box 753, Newberry, SC 29108. The station will accept audio recordings on disk (.mp3 or .wav files), or cued up cassettes. E-mail reports to W4OPW [at] yahoo.com are OK but NO AUDIO FILES via e-mail due to bandwidth restrictions. NOTE: All requests for verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Our sincere thanks to Powell and the management at WKDK for agreeing to conduct this test. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] HAARP moonbounce tests and QSLs
Here's the answer regarding QSLs for the upcoming HAARP moonbounce tests. Good news for us wallpaper hangers. I've also asked about reporting with audio recordings. I'll forward any reply I get on this question too. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: infohaarp [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2008 8:07 PM To: Jim Pogue Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: January tests Jim, Thanks for your inquiry. Well - I guess we'll have to get some QSL cards printed up. We have the standard ones but the moon bounce test deserves a unique design. Thanks for the reminder. I.H. Jim Pogue wrote: I am interested in participating in these tests and wonder if you will be offering listeners a QSL card as you have done in the past for some other tests? Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] KKMO DX Test Final Report
KKMO DX Test Final Report Perhaps Barry McLarnon in Ottawa summed it up best in an e-mail: I think we easterners got done in by mediocre conditions, not to mention the zillions of other stations on 1360. Still, quite a few folks on the west coast and as far east as the Rockies heard the test quite well. Here's the roll call of lucky listeners who put KKMO in their logs: Frank Aden - Boise, ID Bruce Bacon - Boise County, ID Martin Foltz - Mission Viejo, CA Mike Hawkins - Campbell, CA Wayne Heinen - Aurora, CO Patrick Martin - Seaside, OR Nick Hall-Patch - Victoria, BC, Canada Art Peterson - Richmond, CA Nigel Pimblett - Lamont, AB, Canada Bruce Portzer - Seattle, WA Steve Ratzlaff - NE Oregon Dan Riordan - Sherwood, OR Walt Salmaniw - Victoria, BC, Canada Dennis Vroom - Salmon Creek, WA (on a trusty SRF-59) Special congratulations to Bjarne Mjelde in Berlevag, Norway, on hearing the test. Although a relog for him, I was delighted to see this international participation from outside North America in our test efforts. Thanks Bjarne. Thanks also to all the east of the Rockies bunch who tried their best to hear the test, including Willis Monk-TN, Steve Francis-TN, Curtis Sadowski-IL, Doug Smith-TN, Paul LaFreniere-MN, Bill Dvorak-WI, Saul Chernos-ON, Bruce Winkelman-OK, Marc DeLorenzo-MA, J.D. Stephens in AL and yours truly also in TN. And although Barry McLarnon didn't manage to log KKMO, he says he did catch another KK station - namely KKBJ in Bemidji, MN - a new one for him. Remember to keep checking the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] CFFX-960 Kingston, ON Canada DX Test, 1/15/08 - It's on for tonight
Just a reminder that the test will air tonight/Tuesday morning with Morse code, sweeps and voice announcements at approximately midnight, 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. Check the website www.dxtests.info for full details. Good luck everyone. 73s, Jim Pogue ___ 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] Victoria Coast Station 1630?
Checking my old 1977 SPEEDX utility Guide, I find Victoria Coastal Radio/VAK in Sooke, BC, with a frequency of 2458 kHz. 1630 seems an unlikely frequency for a coastal station so perhaps you did transcribe it wrong. Or was this perhaps a time instead of freq? Another possibility might be 2630 kHz as this is much closer to a marine band frequency. 73s, Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 14, 2008 6:42 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] Victoria Coast Station 1630? Pacific Northwest Dxers, Checking my log book from 11/01/80 I heard a station on 1630. Have it listed as Victoria Coast station and it was broadcasting a Warning to Shippers. Was this station on 1630 kHz, or did I write down the wrong frequency? Reception was from Albany, CA Thanks for any help. Dennis, Salmon Creek, 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] Relevant Radio 950
Wouldn't it be WNTD in Chicago? They are listed on the RR web site. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Paul LaFreniere Sent: Monday, January 14, 2008 7:27 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: [IRCA] Relevant Radio 950 Scott Fybush-- Any idea what station is Relevant Radio 950? Had good signal from about 1845 CST until just before TOH when the mandatory fade occurred. Was all over WWJ for about 10 minutes with usual Relevant Radio talk programming. Relevant Radio 950 slogans. Can't find anything on 10watts.com. Thanks for any help. Paul LaFreniere Grand Marais, 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 ___ 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] [NRC-AM] While looking for CFFX...
And while I was listening for CFFX I just logged WDLM in East Moline, IL with ID at TOH and into religion. New for me. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Saul Chernos Sent: Monday, January 14, 2008 8:54 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] While looking for CFFX... Had WGTK 970 here as well (Burnt River ON). Please stop eavesdropping on my DX. ;-) Seriously, cx seem good to the IN KY TN VA area here tonight. Saul - Original Message - From: Paul B. Walker, Jr. To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America ; National Radio Club Sent: Monday, January 14, 2008 9:37 PM Subject: [NRC-AM] While looking for CFFX... ..I heard/logged 970 WGTK Louisville, Kentucky with an ad for a local BBQ place, followed by a station liner and back into programming at 9:34pm Eastern -- Sincerely, Paul B. Walker, Jr. www.walkerbroadcasting.com www.myspace.com/walkerbroadcasting -- ___ The NRC AM mailing list nrcdxas.org ___ 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] Another new one on 960
Just logged KMA-960 in Shenandoah, IA while listening for CFFX. I thought I had KMA long ago but my logs show otherwise. Two new ones so far on 960 this evening. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] BTC 2007-2008 Mid-Season Report - Jan. 13, 2008
BTC 2007-2008 Mid-Season Report - Jan. 13, 2008 We are currently at approximately the mid-point of the 2007-2008 medium wave DX season, and it seems like a good time to give you an interim report on the work of your Broadcast Test Committee. As you can probably guess, many hours of work goes into contacting stations, scheduling and arranging tests, and making sure all the loose ends get tied up after the test actually runs. So far this season, the committee has contacted roughly 188 different stations in the United States and Canada with requests for DX tests. The majority of these stations were approached by sending a request package to a specific individual there, and included a detailed letter, a brochure about our hobby, a couple of maps showing the coverage success of some previous tests, copies of the two stories that ran in the local press about the WLPO test and an SASE. The list of stations, compiled by committee member J.D. Stephens, was taken primarily from club bulletins reporting individuals who were good verifiers or who had otherwise demonstrated a friendly attitude toward DXers. From these nearly 200 stations contacted, we received positive responses from 11 stations. Admittedly, not a particularly great return rate, but as most of us know, we are up against a lot of challenges in trying to get stations to test in the current broadcasting environment. In any case, we are very thankful to those stations who have agreed to test for us. One of the goals I set when I took over the position as BTC Coordinator was to use current technology as much as possible to improve the delivery of information to DXers. Committee member Brandon Jordan already had the highly successful and useful DXTests.info Web site up and running, and we have continued to use it to deliver timely and accurate information on tests. Another of our committee members and a decorated veteran of the CPC/BTC arena, J.D. Stephens, has broken new ground with the BTC Podcast. J.D. has done seven of these very informative presentations so far, all in an extremely professional and entertaining manner. Looking ahead to the rest of the season, I am preparing request packages for about another 40 stations. Additionally, a couple of our committee members are working on direct contacts with stations in hopes of scheduling tests by them in the near future. And we are still trying to nail down dates and times with a few other stations who have agreed in principle to test. We'll announce details on all these just as soon as we are able to firm them up. This brings me to a couple of requests I'd like to make of you in the DX community. First, cold call requests for DX tests is just one part of this process. Although we have official members of our committee, I like to think of everyone who listens for the tests as potential ex officio members. So, if you work at a station, if you have a friend or acquaintance who works at a station in your area, or would just like an excuse to meet your local chief engineer or station manager, why not approach them about the possibility of a test? Since station engineering personnel are often hams, if you are also a ham, this may be an area of common interest where your paths cross. If you make an initial contact with a station and they seem interested, please pass the info along to me. I'll be happy to make an official contact with the station and send them a request package. Second, as you can probably imagine, mailing out requests to stations is a somewhat costly enterprise. Each package requires about $1 in postage plus the cost of the stamp for the SASE. In addition to this is the cost of the envelopes used, and paper for printing letters and other items. Contributions of stamps or cash to aid in this work would be very helpful. I'll be happy to send a receipt to anyone who needs one, and will make a full accounting of all contributions and expenditures in my end of the season report. Thanks in advance for any such financial assistance you can provide. The DX test season is now roughly half over. Although we currently only have one additional test on the calendar, please rest assured that your committee is still hard at work. But with numbers comes strength. If you can help get the ball rolling on a test from a station in your area, we gratefully welcome your help. In conclusion, I send my sincere thanks to fellow committee members: J.D. Stephens, Brandon Jordan, Joe Miller, Paul Walker and our newest member Saul Chernos. They each bring special talents and capabilities to our efforts, and I am very honored to work with all of them. Please consider doing your part to open the doors for a test from a station in your area. Working together, I believe we can get many more tests on the calendar, stations in our logbooks and QSLs in our collections. Thanks and 73s, Jim Pogue/KH2AR IRCA
Re: [IRCA] South Pacific carriers
Just to jump in here on this walk down memory lane - one of my regulars from early DX from Indiana was KCA999 the New Hampshire State Police in Concord. They transmitted on 1682 kHz in AM mode. And thankfully I have a QSL from them dated 1968. Yes indeed, the good old days. Jim Pogue Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 13, 2008 9:10 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] South Pacific carriers Pat, Thanks for sharing the Good Old Days of DU Dxing. What would be the earliest time to hear a station from NZ or Australia? Checking my 80's log book my DU receptions were around 1100-1200 ut. I think that was because work started at 5:00 AM and I would DX before going to work. The months of reception were late Sept. to March of 1980. Do you remember the LAPD transmitting in the now X-band? I know people from the SF Bay Area that would listen to them regularly in the evening hours. Dennis, Salmon Creek, 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] KKMO-1360 Seattle, WA DX Test, 1/13/08 - It's tonight folks!
Don't forget the KKMO DX Test tonight (early Sunday morning). The indices are a little high but hopefully the test will still get out well with the Morse code and sweep tones. Here are the latest indices: Issued: 2008 Jan 12 2103 UTC Solar-terrestrial indices for 12 January follow. Solar flux 76 and estimated mid-latitude A-Index 6. The mid-latitude K-index at 2100 UTC on 12 January was 2 (17 nT). And here are the quick and dirty details on the test. Full info is available at http://www.dxtests.info/2007/11/kkmo-1360-khz-seattle-washington-dx.html KKMO 1360 kHz Seattle, Washington DX Test Date: Sunday morning (late Saturday night), Jan. 13, 2008. Time: 12 - 12:15 a.m. Pacific Time, 0800 - 0815 UTC. Modes of Operation: 5,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Programming: From 12:00-12:10 a.m. PST, programming will consist of 1,000 Hz tone at 0 db. From 12:11-12:15 a.m. PST, programming will consists of college football marching songs. The test will also include Morse code and sweep tones. Please be sure to report your success in hearing the test on any of the various lists that cover DX Tests. 73s and good luck. Jim Pogue KH2AR IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, Tennessee USA QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] KKMO-1360 Seattle, WA DX Test, 1/13/08 READY TO GO
An e-mail from CE Monte Passmore indicates everything is set to go for the test this Sunday morning. Please note, the station WILL now use Morse code and sweep tones to maximize opportunities to hear the station. Here are the details: Date: Sunday morning (late Saturday night), Jan. 13, 2008. Time: 12 - 12:15 a.m. Pacific Time, 0800 - 0815 UTC. Modes of Operation: 5,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Programming: From 12:00-12:10 a.m. PST, programming will consist of 1,000 Hz tone at 0 db. From 12:11-12:15 a.m. PST, programming will consists of college football marching songs. Morse code and sweep tones are now also scheduled as part of the test. For info on QSLs, please click on this link: http://www.dxtests.info/2007/11/kkmo-1360-khz-seattle-washington-dx.html Good luck to everyone in hearing this most exciting test. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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] VENEZUELA on Sony SRF-59........2395 Miles!!!!
OK, so is anybody sharing any of this with Sony? Maybe a bad idea. They're liable to raise the price to $300. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Ross Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2008 9:59 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] VENEZUELA on Sony SRF-592395 Miles Hi Guys: Well.after hearing this station on the SONY SRF-59 for over the past week..I finally got a definite ID and it was as I suspectedVENEZUELA. Here's the Details for COUNTRY # 7 Heard on the SRF-59!! ^^^ 750 RCR Radio Caracas Caracas, VENEZUELA Jan/08/08 2245 EST GOOD SS OVER WSB Finally after being in the Mud underneath for a week. Male and female with Spanish News items. Jingle at 2245. Female with several mentions of Caracas and ID as Radio Caracas, Back to News and SS talk. Heard many years ago..but NEW ON SONY SRF-59!! 100 KW Stn. Distance 2395 Miles!! New Distance Record for me on the SRF-59 ROSS, ONT. ^^^ Yieeethis is getting better all the time..seems like the sky is the limit for the SRF-59!!! 73...ROB. Robert S. Ross VA3SW Box 1003, Stn. B. London, Ontario CANADA N6A5K1 Antique/Vintage Radio Enthusiast Amateur Radio Stations VA3SW/VE3JFC Defy Physics.Play Table Tennis!! (Ping Pong with an Attitude) «¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥«¤»¥«¤»§«¤»¥« ___ 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] WIMA DX Test Final Report
WIMA DX Test Final Report After a weekend of tests from a trio of West of the Rockies stations, we returned to the Midwest for a test from the ever-popular WIMA in Lima, Ohio. Their fine rig got out quite well and but them in logbooks from Oregon to Vermont. Here's the list of those who have thus far reported or tentatively reported hearing the test: Roy Barstow - Old Cape Cod, MA Saul Chernos - Toronto, ON Steve Francis - Alcoa, TN Scott Fybush - Rochester, NY Dave Hochfelder - Albany, NY Steve Howe - Saint Albans, VT Tom Jasinski - Shorewood, IL Joe Miller - Troy, MI Willis Monk - Old Fort, TN Nigel Pimblett - Dunmore, AB Steve Ratzlaff - NE Oregon Curtis Sadowski - Paxton, IL Brett Saylor - State College, PA George Sherman - Minnesota J.D. Stephens - Hampton Cove, AL Joe Wozniak - St. Louis, MO Mark ? - Markham, ON Herb ? - Hudson Valley, NY Shawn ? - Winnipeg, MB In keeping with the latest craze to take over our hobby, quite a few veteran DXers heard the test on their new Ultra-Light Radios, thus presenting a new challenge and achievement for them. Thanks to everyone who tried for the test, and congratulations to those who logged it. And a very special thank you to Fred Vobbe and the engineering crew at WIMA for their special efforts on behalf of DXers and radio hobbyists. You've gone the extra mile and we are indeed grateful. Be sure to try for the upcoming CFFX test - a special event since the test will take place during the last few hours this station will be on the AM band. When they're gone . they're gone! Remember to keep checking the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] Western Weekend DX Test Final Report
continues to be good for you. And by the way, I was 0 for 3 all weekend! Rats. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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] QSL??? DX test CFFX 960
OK - before this gets any uglier, please let me step in here in my capacity as BTC Chairman. Regarding QSLs for the CFFX test, anyone who receives and reports the test correctly, and wants a paper QSL card will get one. I don't care if you have a computer or not. My goal is to try to accommodate everyone within reason. Some folks want paper, others are OK with cyber. Either way is OK by me. Regarding return postage, I'm not sure if the actual paper QSLs are going to be mailed from Canada or the U.S., but since U.S. currency is good in either country, sending a green stamp should take care of it if the replies come from Canada. Finally, please let's all try to stay civil toward each other. This has long been a hobby of ladies and gentlemen who treated each other with mutual respect. As long as we continue to do this, our hobby will be around (at least in some form) long after we are gone. Thanks for my time on the soapbox. I'll be happy to respond to any questions you may have about the upcoming CFFX test or any other BTC topic. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Coordiator Memphis, Tennessee USA QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of k4ape Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 4:05 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] QSL??? DX test CFFX 960 re QSL, is this card or letter? I don't collect cyber. AMEN and AMEN! Cyber is _NOT_ a real QSL! [And I don't want to hear anything from Patrick Martin and company on this issue. This is not open for discussion.] Anyone can write up something on a computer and say they heard a certain station. Konnie, it is my understanding that _ONLY_ cyber reports are really wanted and all others can go and 'take a long walk off a short dock'. This encludes recodings. IF you have E-mail access, and you and I do, you don't get to do anything in writing. Patrick suggested that since this is a Canada station and they can not use U.S. postage, that we enclose a few coupons to pay the postage. BUT, Saul said that IF you have e-mail you don't get any snail mail QSL. Even if you pay for it. What it comes down to, at lease for me, is the same ole thing -- I don't get a QSL of any kind no matter if I sent money or not. I quit collecting QSL's for this very reason, to much el-crapo over doing things right. It is old story of those have money to buy the equipment get to, and those who don't have money might as well forget. The rich rule! BTW- The amount of work involved in sending out a QSL using snail mail with an enclosed self addressed stamped envelope is no greater than a QSL sent out by cyber el-crapo. I personally have been there and done that. Willis 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 ___ 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] FW: [Amdx] DX test CFFX 960 Kingston ON
My apologies if you are getting this for a second time, but since we had a slight SNAFU on getting he word out I want to make sure no one gets missed. Many thanks to Saul Chernos - newest member of the BTC and our official Canadian Connection for setting this test up with CFFX. Jim Pogue Joint IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Chairman Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Saul Chernos Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2007 12:53 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Amdx] DX test CFFX 960 Kingston ON I haven't been able to reach Jim Pogue of the BCB DX test committee - his voicemail box is full and he hasn't answered my e-mails. He's normally very responsive and great to deal with, so he may be away for the holidays. In the meantime, I have news about a DX test I would normally have asked him to announce, but time is getting very tight, so I have decided to issue the test notification directly. Please feel free to forward this far and wide, and to print in any paper, audio or electronic DX bulletins. - Saul Chernos DX TEST -- 960 CFFX ON Kingston TIME: Early morning of Tuesday January 15 (Monday night). MODE OF OPERATION: CFFX will test using its 10,000-watt daytime directional pattern. PROGRAMMING: Regular adult contemporary programming. Special test material will consists of three hourly voice announcements followed by special test material lasting several minutes. These will air roughly at the top of the hour, at approximately , 0100 and 0200 EST, give or take a few minutes depending on the program log. CONTEXT: CFFX is completing its move to 104.3 on the FM band this morning, and 960 is scheduled to sign off for goood at 0600 EST. As part of the transition, the AM has simulcast the FM for the past three months. This test marks the final phase of the transition, and the test content will also air on 104.3. This is your last chance to log CFFX on 960, so if it takes two alarm clocks to wake you, well, you've been warned! We will issue QSLs, but I am not yet 100 percent sure who will handle the reports. Either the station, or me, or both of us. Regardless, we will definitely want audio recordings if at all possible, and we want reports sent via e-mail if at all possible. Snail-mail reports only when accompanied by SASE will be acknowledged. The QSL will be the same, regardless. We'll update the QSL situation soon. Saul Chernos ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Post to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ 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] 1800th station heard in Maryland
Many congrats Bill - great job. You have much to be proud of. Jim Pogue Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Harms Sent: Tuesday, December 25, 2007 6:40 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; IRCA; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; National Radio Club; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [IRCA] 1800th station heard in Maryland Santa brought a nice Christmas present to my radio shack. It was the 1800th station heard here in Maryland by me! The station was WLEC 1450 and I heard a female announcer give a station ID as Sports Radio Sandusky, WLEC at 1743 12/15. Thanks to Russ Edmunds and Barry McLarnon for helping with the ID. -- Bill Harms Elkridge, Maryland Check out the Spokane Radio History Pages http://spokaneradio.philcobill.com and the Spokane Radio Tower Pages http://spokanetowers.philcobill.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] KLAA DX Test
I haven't seen much on the KLAA test. If you heard the test, definitely or tentatively, or even just tried for it, please let me know. Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] BTC Podcast #6 is now ready for downloading
BTC Podcast #6 is ready for listening. Here's the link to the latest edition. Thanks to host J.D. Stephens for this great program with info on our three-DX-Test weekend. http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_6.mp3 Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Chairman Memphis, TN 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] KQMS-1400 Redding, CA DX Test, 12/16/07 ready to go
An e-mail from Erin Myers at KQMS indicates the DX Test this weekend is all set to go. As a reminder, here is the scoop on the test: KQMS-1400 kHz Redding, CA DX Test Date: Sunday morning (late Saturday night), Dec. 16, 2007. Time: Midnight 1 a.m. Pacific Time, 0800 0900 UTC. Modes of Operation: 1,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Programming: Programming will consist of special voice announcements, Morse code and/or 1,000 Hz tones. For full details, go to: http://www.dxtests.info/2007/09/kqms-1400-khz-redding-ca-dx-test.html Good luck everyone. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] QSL report
1230KFPWAR, Fort Smith, brief, handwritten verie statement on station letterhead for CD recording and US$1 in 15 days. The v/s is illegible but report was sent to station manager. Distance on this graveyard was 250 miles. Always happy to add another GY QSL to the album and totals. Address was P.O. Box 908, Fort Smith, AR 72902. (Jim Pogue, TN, 12/14) Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] QSL report
That would probably be helpful for anyone who tries for a QSL from them. Thanks. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Thursday, December 13, 2007 9:07 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] QSL report Jim: If you'd like me to find out who the verie signer is, I can find out. I have a friend who's been in Arkansas radio for years and knows anyone and everyone. Paul Walker On Dec 13, 2007 6:16 PM, Jim Pogue [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1230KFPWAR, Fort Smith, brief, handwritten verie statement on station letterhead for CD recording and US$1 in 15 days. The v/s is illegible but report was sent to station manager. Distance on this graveyard was 250 miles. Always happy to add another GY QSL to the album and totals. Address was P.O. Box 908, Fort Smith, AR 72902. (Jim Pogue, TN, 12/14) Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ % The [NRC-AM] mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Sincerely, Paul B. Walker, Jr. www.walkerbroadcasting.com www.myspace.com/walkerbroadcasting ___ 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] KLAA DX Test is all set
I just talked with Brian Clark at KLAA and the DX Test this weekend is all set to go. He said they will run a 30-second chunk of Morse code and sweep tones near the top of the hour, and another shorter version near the bottom of the hour. As a reminder, here is the scoop on the test: Date: Saturday morning (late Friday night), Dec. 15, 2007. Time: 1 2 a.m. Pacific Time, 0900 1000 UTC. Modes of Operation: 20,000 watts using nighttime directional antenna pattern. Programming: Morse code IDs inserted into regular programming. For full details, go to: http://www.dxtests.info/2007/10/klaa-830-anaheim-ca-dx-test.html I'm waiting to hear back from KQMS to confirm that test is a go, and will check with Paul Lotsof at KEVT closer to the end of the week to ensure all is set there. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] SHORT NOTICE DX TEST ALERT - KEVT
KEVT 1210 kHz Sahuarita (Tucson), Arizona DX Test SHORT NOTICE TEST ALERT - PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO WITH FELLOW DXERS WHO MAY NOT HAVE INTERNET ACCESS OR WHO DEPEND SOLELY ON DX CLUB BULLETINS FOR TEST NOTICES! Date: Monday morning (late Sunday night), Dec. 17, 2007. Time: Midnight - 3:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time, 1000 - 1030 UTC. 10,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Station will be running regular Spanish-language programming with frequent use of their La Raza slogan, and English IDs at top of the hour. The Broadcast Test Committee will be handling all reception reports and verifications for this test. Both eQSL service and traditional paper QSLs will be offered. Recordings on disk in .mp3 or .wav format, audio files via e-mail or cassette recordings will be accepted as proof of reception. Send reception reports and recordings to: IRCA/NRC Joint BTC, Attn: KEVT DX Test, P.O. Box 3777, Memphis, TN 38173-0777 USA. E-mail reports and audio files may be sent to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] NOTE: All requests for paper verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Our sincere thanks to Chief Engineer Frank Luna for agreeing to conduct this test, to Paul Lotslof for arranging it and to Patrick Martin for his assistance. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] KEVT Test info - corrected copy
My apologies to everyone - I have corrected the UTC for the test plus the spelling of Paul's last name. My fault as I was rushing to get the info out and, well, haste and waste. Thanks for your patience folks. KEVT 1210 kHz Sahuarita (Tucson), Arizona DX Test SHORT NOTICE TEST ALERT - PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO WITH FELLOW DXERS WHO MAY NOT HAVE INTERNET ACCESS OR WHO DEPEND SOLELY ON DX CLUB BULLETINS FOR TEST NOTICES! Date: Monday morning (late Sunday night), Dec. 17, 2007. Time: Midnight - 3:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time, 0700 - 1000 UTC. 10,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Station will be running regular Spanish-language programming with frequent use of their La Raza slogan, and English IDs at top of the hour. The Broadcast Test Committee will be handling all reception reports and verifications for this test. Both eQSL service and traditional paper QSLs will be offered. Recordings on disk in .mp3 or .wav format, audio files via e-mail or cassette recordings will be accepted as proof of reception. Send reception reports and recordings to: IRCA/NRC Joint BTC, Attn: KEVT DX Test, P.O. Box 3777, Memphis, TN 38173-0777 USA. E-mail reports and audio files may be sent to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] NOTE: All requests for paper verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Our sincere thanks to Chief Engineer Frank Luna for agreeing to conduct this test, to Paul Lotsof for arranging it and to Patrick Martin for his assistance. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] FW: Delivery status notification
Patrick, this is what I am getting when I try to e-mail you directly. It looks like Web TV may be seeing my e-mail address as spam. I'm bumfuzzled!? Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: Mail Delivery System [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, December 07, 2007 8:29 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Delivery status notification This is an automatically generated Delivery Status Notification. Delivery to the following recipients failed permanently: * [EMAIL PROTECTED] Technical details: SMTP:Connect host 209.240.204.25: Could not connect SMTP: host 209.240.204.26: 556 qmta02.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net[76.96.62.24]: Client host rejected: Resource unavailable - listed by external RBL http://info.webtv.net/spam/index.html#76.96.62.24 ___ 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] Pacific storm OT
Tie yourself down and hang on. Good luck. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2007 2:09 AM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club ofAmerica Subject: [IRCA] Pacific storm OT Wel, we have two more Pacific storms headed our way. The one on Sunday with gusts to 75 MPH and the biggie on Monday morning of gusts to 100 MPH. I am sure we will lose power, so I did the column today. Hopefully, my antennas will still be standing. we may get 4-6 inches of rain out of this too. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception 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] More on the KKMO DX Test
Chief Engineer Monte Passmore has provided a little more info on the format for his upcoming test. He provided some very specific details regarding times, but I have thinned some of this out to try and avoid giving away too much of what to expect. I know 99.99 percent of us are honest about this and I don't mean to offend anyone, but just one unscrupulous DXer could ruin this for all of us, and it HAS happened in the past. Here is the info: I will start with sweep tones followed by a quick station identifier then a tone at 1,000 Hz followed by another station identifier. I will repeat this sequence for ten minutes from 12:00-12:10 am and then follow with college football marching music for three minutes from 12:10am to 12:13am followed by the same station identifier sweep tones and a station identifier to conclude at approx 12:15am. We will then go back to our normal programming. Good luck to all. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] KKMO 1360 kHz Seattle, Washington DX Test
KKMO 1360 kHz Seattle, Washington DX Test Date: Sunday morning (late Saturday night), Jan. 13, 2008. Time: 12 - 12:15 a.m. Pacific Time, 0800 - 0815 UTC. 5,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. From 12:00-12:10 a.m. PST, programming will consist of 1,000 Hz tone at 0 db. From 12:11-12:15 a.m. PST, programming will consists of college football marching songs. No Morse code or sweep tones are scheduled at this time, but if this changes we will notify listeners ASAP. Reception reports may be sent to KKMO Radio, Attn: Mr. Monte Passmore, CE, 2201 6th Ave., Suite 1500, Seattle, WA 98121. E-mail reception reports may also be submitted to [EMAIL PROTECTED] No eQSL service is being offered for this test. Recordings on disk in .mp3 or .wav format will be accepted as proof of reception. NOTE: All requests for verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Many thanks to KKMO Chief Engineer Monte Passmore for agreeing to conduct this test. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] WCXH DX Test Final Report
WCXH DX Test Final Report Alas, so much of life is about timing. The weekend that the WCXH test was originally scheduled to run had some great indices and propagation conditions, and those lucky enough (and I do mean lucky) to hear the test running later than at the published time heard it quite well. Sadly, the rescheduled test came on the heels of a geomagnetic storm, making the morning still somewhat auroral with elevated A and K indices. Most DXers heard little more than WBBM and an assortment of Spanish language broadcasters, including yours truly. Still, there were those who managed to pull this interesting station from Maine out of the mix. An odd situation has arisen with Morse code heard on 780 kHz in the Northwest, but the signals thus far have not matched up precisely with what closer listeners were hearing. The jury is still out on this one and the guys out west are waiting to hear from Allan Weiner on their inquiries. Here's the list of listeners who have indicated positive or tentative reception: Jim Chenard Blairstown, NJ Saul ChernosBurnt River, ON, Canada Marc DeLorenzo South Dennis, MA Michael Diers Huntington Station, NY Russ EdmundsBlue Bell, PA Nick Hall-Patch Victoria, BC, Canada Bill Harms Elkridge, MD Patrick Martin Seaside, OR Barry McLarnon Ottawa, ON, Canada Bruce Portzer Seattle, WA Walt Salmaniw Victoria, BC, Canada George Santulli Lovettsville, VA Brett SaylorCentral PA John Sgrulletta Mahopac, NY As I alluded to earlier, most of the guys on the West Coast reported tentative reception. If we get any clarification on their results I'll include that info in a future report. A great big thank you goes out to Allan Weiner for the great test. Perhaps we can persuade him to run another test this season with hopes for better propagation conditions. Thanks also to everyone who tried for the test, and congratulations to those who logged it. We continue to receive positive responses to our requests for tests. Be sure to check the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Good listening to all. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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] DX Test
Oregon DX test ... noted. I'll focus on that state and see what I can come up with. I have KLAD-960 and KPNW-1120 heard in Indiana in 1975 and KUNA-1290 heard in Tennessee in 1991, but nothing since then. I'll do my best. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Harms Sent: Saturday, November 24, 2007 1:51 AM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] DX Test Patrick, I wonder which is rarer. Oregon or Maine? I have yet to hear Oregon from here in Maryland. Many East Coast DXers would love to hear a DX test from a good Oregon target station Bill Patrick Martin wrote: Saul, I Hope for a bit of morse code sweep tones on 780, if nothing else. It wont give me a new state as I have WEGP 1390 test some years back, but I sure would love to nab another from Maine, a very rare state. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager Bill Harms Elkridge, Maryland Check out the Spokane Radio History Pages http://spokaneradio.philcobill.com and the Spokane Radio Tower Pages http://spokanetowers.philcobill.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] WCXH-780 DX Test
I prepared the code and indeed it was 10 wpm. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Barry McLarnon Sent: Saturday, November 24, 2007 8:05 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] WCXH-780 DX Test Since there seems to be some confusion about the nature of the code (tone frequency, speed) sent during this test, I thought it would be useful to post a clip that you folks out west can use for comparison to what you heard: http://topazdesigns.com/ambc/audio/wcxh-780-0450-24nov07.mp3 It sounds very close to 1 kHz to me, and maybe 10 wpm or so. There are also some sweeps at the end of the clip. Hope this helps, Barry -- Barry McLarnon VE3JF Ottawa, ON ___ 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] WCXH DX Test
I just got back into town and am catching up on e-mails. If you haven't already posted or e-mailed me your results regarding the WCXH Test, please do so ASAP. I'll be putting together my final report soon - probably tomorrow. So far it looks like the U.S. east coast, Ontario and the Northwest were the best places to hear Maine from this time. I'm still reviewing my recording here ... there are a couple of possibilities but it's probably going to be a long shot. I was DXing from Paducah, KY with just my ICF-2010 barefoot. Still, stranger things have happened. Anyway, please send me your results if you haven't already. BTW, before leaving town on Friday I got a positive reply from WIMA in Lima, Ohio for a DX Test. They will be testing for us on January 5, 2008. More on that soon. Also, it looks as though we will have a test from at least one Canadian station that is leaving AM this season. As soon as the details are worked on we'll release the info on that too. 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] WIMA 1150 kHz Lima, Ohio DX Test
WIMA 1150 kHz Lima, Ohio DX Test Date: Saturday morning (late Friday night), Jan. 5, 2008. Time: 2 - 2:30 a.m. Eastern Time, 0700 - 0730 UTC. 1,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Programming will consist of special voice announcements by our own Fred Vobbe of NRC's DX Audio Service, music by the Ohio State Marching Band, Morse code and 1,000 Hz tones. Reception reports may be sent to WIMA Radio, Attn: Lima Engineering, 667 West Market St., Lima, OH 45801. E-mail reception reports may also be submitted to [EMAIL PROTECTED] No eQSL service is being offered for this test. Recordings on disk in .mp3 or .wav format will be accepted as proof of reception. More information is available at www.667westmarket.com/engineering/wima/test/dxtest.html. This great and historic station has long been DXer friendly, having previously tested in 1992 and 2005. NOTE: All requests for verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Many thanks to WIMA Director of Engineering Mark Gierhart for agreeing to conduct this test, and to Fred Vobbe for his help in putting the test program together. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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] FW: [HCDX] BTC Podcast #5 Now Ready For Download
My apologies if this is a dupe for anyone, but I'm not sure J.D.'s e-mail made it through on all the lists. He has another great Podcast ready and I didn't want anyone to miss it. 73s and good luck on the Maine DX Test everyone. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J.D. Stephens Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 11:13 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; irca@hard-core-dx.com; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Me At Yahoo; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [HCDX] BTC Podcast #5 Now Ready For Download Show #5 of The BTC Podcast has just been released. It is available as a free download through the i-Tunes Music Store, or your favorite podcast reader. The URL for subscription is: http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_feed.xml. Or, you can download it directly at: http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_5.mp3. The BTC Podcast will be updated regularly with the latest DX tests as scheduled, as well as last-minute tests or changes. Your comments are welcome at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED], www.dxtests.info ---[Start Commercial]- Preorder your WRTH 2007: http://www.hard-core-dx.com/redirect2.php?id=wrth2007 ---[End Commercial]--- Hard-Core-DX mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/hard-core-dx http://www.hard-core-dx.com/ ___ THE INFORMATION IN THIS ARTICLE IS FREE. It may be copied, distributed and/or modified under the conditions set down in the Design Science License published by Michael Stutz at http://www.gnu.org/licenses/dsl.html ___ 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] Poor Excuses kill this hobby
, adequatly helps the hobby. A fish is a fish, a worm is a worm, and a QSL is a QSL. As for these days one of the problems of receiving less than a QSL just may be found in your response. Maybe instead of a stamp, each DXer can send in a dollar, and with the $10 - $20, you can supply the station with a gift...uh, QSL cards!! about 100 worth. You will have left the hobby a better place than you found it. Then, dxers will be gratefull to you and the IRCA for making a difference. What is the IRCA for anyway? And coming from a Ham radio operator God, that was simple. People, stop settling for less, and poor excuses. Get involved in your hobby! Stop looking for what you can get, and add selfishly to a raggetty old shoe box full of mold and mildew stuck in a closet that won't see light for another ten years... and starting looking on how to give to others, including an education on what a QSL really is, and supply them. There needs to be a serious attitude shift here. That should start the keyboards clicking, eh? Konnie SW CT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2007 21:31:09 -0600 Subject: Re: [IRCA] QSL from WIGG 1420 for DX TEST Folks, I gotta say, any time you get a response from a station these days and the intent is to verify your reception, you need to be grateful. I am certain that this was the intent by WIGG. The days of insisting upon a full data verification with date, time, frequency, power, etc., and an unambiguous your reception is verified statement or the like are gone. In a word, no, not all stations are aware of what constitutes what we DXers would categorize as a full data QSL. And I'm not about to try and launch an education program. Again, we are lucky to get the test and a snail-mail response to our reception reports at all. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Konnie Rychalsky Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 7:45 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] QSL from WIGG 1420 for DX TEST I thought the definition of a QSL confirms a date? Isn't this instead a Verie? On another note, aren't the stations that run these DX tests aware of QSL response? Konnie SW CT Yesterday received a hand written letter with business card from WIGG 1420khz for DX Test on Nov 4th., signed by Paul Turner. No date was mentioned. _ Put your friends on the big screen with Windows Vista® + Windows Live. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/shop/specialoffers.mspx?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_CPC_ MediaCtr_bigscreen_102007 ___ 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] Trying to contact Paul Crankshaw
Paul, if you see this will you please contact me off list? Thanks. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] QSL from WIGG 1420 for DX TEST
Folks, I gotta say, any time you get a response from a station these days and the intent is to verify your reception, you need to be grateful. I am certain that this was the intent by WIGG. The days of insisting upon a full data verification with date, time, frequency, power, etc., and an unambiguous your reception is verified statement or the like are gone. In a word, no, not all stations are aware of what constitutes what we DXers would categorize as a full data QSL. And I'm not about to try and launch an education program. Again, we are lucky to get the test and a snail-mail response to our reception reports at all. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Konnie Rychalsky Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2007 7:45 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] QSL from WIGG 1420 for DX TEST I thought the definition of a QSL confirms a date? Isn't this instead a Verie? On another note, aren't the stations that run these DX tests aware of QSL response? Konnie SW CT Yesterday received a hand written letter with business card from WIGG 1420khz for DX Test on Nov 4th., signed by Paul Turner. No date was mentioned. Tom Jasinski Shorewood, IL _ Share life as it happens with the new Windows Live.Download today it's FREE! http://www.windowslive.com/share.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_Wave2_sharelife_112007 ___ 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] Select-A-Tenna
Thanks Bert - I appreciate your advice on this. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ira Elbert New, III Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2007 10:20 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] Select-A-Tenna I have the standard model and I stand by it. Bert New Watkinsville, Georgia Proudly Serving You Since 1964! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 17 Nov 2007 21:59:52 -0600 Subject: [IRCA] Select-A-Tenna Still looking for info on an antenna to use with my Eton E1XM. Has anyone used the Select-A-Tenna products? If so, which of the three models would you suggest for use with my Eton? Thanks again. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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 _ Put your friends on the big screen with Windows Vista® + Windows Live. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/shop/specialoffers.mspx?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_CPC_ MediaCtr_bigscreen_102007 ___ 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] Seeking portable antenna suggestions
I just acquired an Eton E1XM and am thus far quite impressed with it. However, since it does not have an internal ferrite rod antenna like my venerable ICF-2010, I need to find a compact, outboard, rotatable antenna for portable use on the BCB (and also on the NDB/LW band too, if such a critter exists). I'd appreciate hearing anyone's experiences, observations and advice along these lines. Thanks much in advance. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Select-A-Tenna
Still looking for info on an antenna to use with my Eton E1XM. Has anyone used the Select-A-Tenna products? If so, which of the three models would you suggest for use with my Eton? Thanks again. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR ___ 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] Rel WCXH-780 DX Test
Right you are - thanks for keeping us on track J.D. If anyone is ever in doubt, check the dxtests.info website. Brandon does a great job of keeping it current. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J.D. Stephens Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 3:33 PM To: IRCA Subject: [IRCA] Rel WCXH-780 DX Test From: Jim Pogue [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [IRCA] WCXH-780 verie Congrats Mike - sort of the pre-DX test, and a rare QSL to boot. Let's hope many more DXers add WCXH to their logbooks this coming weekend. Just to clarify, the re-scheduled test from WCXH is NEXT weekend (post-Thanksgiving). 73 - J.D. Stephens Hampton Cove, AL Be a better sports nut! Let your teams follow you with Yahoo Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/sports;_ylt=At9_qDKvtAbMuh1G1SQtBI7ntAcJ ___ 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] WCXH-780 verie
Congrats Mike - sort of the pre-DX test, and a rare QSL to boot. Let's hope many more DXers add WCXH to their logbooks this coming weekend. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Brooker Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 7:03 PM To: NRC AM List; IRCA list Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [IRCA] WCXH-780 verie 780 WCXH Monticello, ME (for reception of Oct. 29, 2007 DX test) Handwritten verie statement on The Planet WBCQ SW QSL card in 14 days for US mint stamp (not used). V/S Allan H. Weiner 73 Mike Brooker Toronto, ON ___ 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] WFAW DX Test Final Report
WFAW DX Test Final Report I think we have the majority of reports in, and many DXers were able to overcome the challenges presented low power with a rather crowded channel and put WFAW into their logs. For many it was only sweep tones and Morse code, but that's just fine in my book. Here's the list of listeners who have indicated they heard the test: Saul ChernosBurnt River, ON, Canada Pete Dernbach St. Louis, MO Steve Francis Alcoa, TN Bill Harms Elkridge, MD Glenn HauserEnid, OK David HochfelderAlbany, NY John Hunter Rossville, GA Tom JasinskiShorewood, IL Chris Johnson Taylors, SC Brandon Jordan Memphis, TN Barry McLarnon Ottawa, ON, Canada Willis Monk Old Fort, TN Tim Noonan Oak Creek, WI Jim Pogue Memphis, TN Dave Pyatt Burlington, ON, Canada Les Rayburn Birmingham, AL Larry Russell Flushing, MI Curtis Sadowski Paxton, IL Brett SaylorCentral PA Doug Smith Menomonee Falls, WI J.D. Stephens Hampton Cove, AL John Wilke Milwaukee, WI Bruce Winkelman Tulsa, OK Niel WolfishBurnt River, ON, Canada Joe Wozniak St. Louis, MO A great big thank you goes out to CE Ernie Swanson for the great test. He was very happy with the results, and just informed me that he has gotten the OK to conduct a test over another station he works for: WRDB - 1400 kHz in Reedsburg, WI. This test on a local channel is going to be a real challenge. But those of you who have been at this for awhile know that some of our best DX tests have come from stations on the graveyard frequencies. Thanks to everyone who tried for the test, and congratulations to those who logged it. Ernie promises a nice QSL package, so get those reports in to him soon. We should have details on a test from a Virginia station put together soon, plus Ernie has several other stations in the upper Midwest that are good possibilities. And we have lots of other irons in the fire too. Check the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] WFAW DX Test - initial report
The first reports on last night's DX Test from WFAW are coming in. It looks as though lots of their signal was going north and south, and most of the more distant listeners - including yours truly - heard on Morse code and sweep tones. Those a little closer to the station heard some of their interesting programming, including special music and PSAs for amateur radio. Thanks to Ernie Swanson for running this challenging, relatively low power test, and to everyone who listened. Please keep those e-mails coming, and I'll publish a final report in a couple of days. Here is the preliminary list of those who positively or tentatively logged the test. Saul ChernosBurnt River, ON, Canada Pete Dernbach St. Louis, MO Bill Harms Elkridge, MD John Hunter Rossville, GA Tom JasinskiShorewood, IL Chris Johnson Taylors, SC Brandon Jordan Memphis, TN Willis Monk Old Fort, TN Tim Noonan Oak Creek, WI Jim Pogue Memphis, TN Dave Pyatt Burlington, ON, Canada Les Rayburn Birmingham, AL Curtis Sadowski Paxton, IL Brett SaylorCentral PA Doug Smith Menomonee Falls, WI John Wilke Milwaukee, WI Niel WolfishBurnt River, ON, Canada 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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] [Amdx] Questions re 506 kHz, experimental stations
Try this site Saul: http://www.500kc.com/ I also copied four stations in the 505-506 kHz range while on DXpedition over the weekend. They included the one in Mass. you heard, plus one in NY, one in CO and another in OR. There's a pretty good explanation of the whole project on the website. 73s, Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of saulamdx Sent: Monday, November 12, 2007 8:38 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Amdx] Questions re 506 kHz, experimental stations I've heard Wayland MA WE2XGR/1 506 KHz the past few nights with a killer signal. I have actually copied several similar stations on 506, including one with the same calls but /6. I have also had a few variations outside those parameters. * What are these stations, and is there a comprehensive list of who's who? (It's awfully hard for a morse code neophyte like me to copy the code when there are multiple stations on the same frequency with very close to the same ID. They often overlap, causing the ears at this end to emit their own code, of sorts). * I had one set of the same calls with /6 prceded by CQ, which I take to be a common ham term for 'calling' ... but there was what I believe was a 'z' in between. * I also had HHH preceding yet another unID set of calls. Any info on any of this is greatly apreciated. Saul Burnt River ON Be a better pen pal. Text or chat with friends inside Yahoo! Mail. See how. http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/ ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Post to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ 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] BTC Podcast #4
The latest edition of the BTC Podcast - #4 hosted by J.D. Stephens - is now available for listening. Just click on this link to have a listen: http://www.dxtests.info/podcasts/BTC_Podcast_4.mp3 Good luck and good listening, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, Tennessee ___ 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] Invitation to join us tonight
Brandon and I would be there but no wireless coverage of any kind nor phone lines at our DXpedition site. Good luck. Jim Pogue KH2AR/WPE9HLJ/KG6DX1A Memphis, Tennessee USA NRD-535, R-390A, ICF-2010 Wellbrook LA5030 loop, PAØRDT mini-whip, attic longwire, Quantum phaser QRZ.com/KH2AR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Harms Sent: Saturday, November 10, 2007 2:06 PM To: IRCA Subject: [IRCA] Invitation to join us tonight To any TA DXer who will be DXing tonight, the LBI gang would like to extend an invitation for you to join us on StarChat #MWDX tonight. The URL is http://starchat.net/ for the web browser interface. Our web page is http://www.radiodxing.com/ and includes a livefeed. Bill Harms, on behalf of the LBI Gang. -- Bill Harms Elkridge, Maryland Check out the Spokane Radio History Pages http://spokaneradio.philcobill.com and the Spokane Radio Tower Pages http://spokanetowers.philcobill.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] Newspaper articles about WLPO DX Test
Brandon Jordan - Blogmeister of the DXTESTS.INFO site - has posted two interesting articles that ran in the local press about the WLPO DX Test. Several DXers and their reports are mentioned in the articles. You can click on this link to have a look. http://www.dxtests.info/2007/11/newstribune-newspaper-articles-about.html Conditions have been quite good the last few evenings. Let's hope they continue through the weekend for the WFAW test. 73s, Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] WIGG DX Test report
The results are in from the WIGG test last weekend. It looks like 1420 kHz was a tough frequency for many of us, but the test still made it out fairly well to the Midwest, the South and somewhat to the East. Bill Dvorak in Madison, WI says that after a careful review of his tapes he picked out some 1,000 Hz tones and several Morse code IDs from the test. Up the road in Oak Creek, WI Tim Noonan reports, I did hear the WIGG test - not very strong, but definite WIGG code. Over in Taylors, SC, Chris Johnson says he had to dodge QRM from WHK, WKSR and WVOT in order to pull out some Morse IDs and a long tone. Taking advantage of the advertised phone number, Tom Jasinski in Shorewood, IL called and spoke with CE Paul Turner during the test. Tom copied code and tones through QRM from WHK and WVJS. Bill Philco Bill Harms in Elkridge, MD says, Got it! Clear Morse code ID . lots of WHK and WVOT. In St. Louis, MO Joe Woz Wozniak had trouble posting his results to the IRCA list on Sunday morning but no trouble hearing WIGG in spite of QRM from WOC, KTOE and co-channel local WIRL. Not too far from Woz, Curtis Sadowski in Paxton, IL says Hearing tones, code and music from WIGG AM 1420 DX test. The channel is crowded, but it's coming through well enough to be distinguished. Brett Saylor in Central Pennsylvania says 1420 sounded more like a graveyard to him at times, but he still pulled out some tones and CW to add another Mississippi station to his log thanks to WIGG. In Alcoa, TN, Steve Francis reports Floyd Cramer music along with tones and Morse code all combined to bring WIGG's signal into his shack, not heard since March 26, 1971, probably on a frequency check. To the south, J.D. Stephens in Hampton Cove, AL (near Huntsville) says he had good copy of the WIGG test. And your BTC Coordinator - Jim Pogue - visiting family in Durham, NC logged some tones and a Morse code ID, plus had a brief phone conversation with Paul during the test. And finally, I got one e-mail (which I mistakenly deleted) from a DXer in Australia who said he heard some of the test via a recently reestablished DX Tuner in Florida! Now the bad news: Lots of folks tried but were unable to hear the test due primarily to high QRM levels. These included Walt Salmaniw in Victoria, BC, Canada, Saul in Brunt River, ON, Canada, and Barry McLarnon in Ottawa, ON, Canada, who copied a mush of WHK, WACK, WBEC and WBSM but no WIGG. Others trying for the test were Jim Renfrew in Holley, NY, Rich Brock near Pittsburgh, PA, Mike Stonebridge in St. Isidore, AB, Canada, Phil Bytheway in Seattle, WA, Patrick Martin in Seaside, OR, Jerry Ervine in McAllen, TX who had lots of Radio Formula but no WIGG, and Paul Walker in SC. Thanks to everyone who tried for the test, and congratulations to those who logged it. We still have several more tests in the works in addition to those which have already been announced, plus another whole slug of requests to go out. Check the DXTESTS.INFO Web site frequently and listen to the BTC Podcasts for news and late-breaking developments. Jim Pogue IRCA/NRC Joint Broadcast Test Committee Coordinator Memphis, 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
[IRCA] RESCHEDULED - WCXH 780 kHz Monticello, ME DX Test
RESCHEDULED - WCXH 780 kHz Monticello, ME DX Test - RESCHEDULED As most of you know, due to a mix-up with times the WCXH test ran an hour later than advertised. Allan Weiner has graciously agreed to conduct another test and promises we will all be on the same clock this time! Here are the details of the rescheduled test from this most desirable station in a most desirable state. Date: Saturday morning (late Friday night), Nov. 24, 2007. Time: 4 - 5 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, 0900 - 1000 UTC. 5,000 watts using non-directional antenna pattern. Programming will consist of special voice announcements, march and other special music, Morse code and sweep tones. Reception reports may be sent to Mr. Allan H. Weiner. WCXH Radio, 274 Britton Rd., Monticello, ME 04760-3110. No eQSL service is being offered for this test. Recordings on disk in .mp3 or .wav format will be accepted as proof of reception. NOTE: All requests for verifications must be accompanied by return postage in order to receive a reply. Again, our sincere thanks to Allan Weiner for giving us a second chance to hear his station. Jim Pogue - [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.dxtests.info IRCA/NRC Joint BTC Coordinator ___ 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
