Topband: CQ160M Contest Plaque Sponsorships available

[Doug Grant]

As has been pointed out, the CQ160M Contest is coming up this weekend.

Several plaque sponsorships have become available...if any of the
categories listed below are meaningful to you and you are interested
in sponsoring a plaque, let me know.

The cost is USD55.

73,

Doug K1DG
CQ160M Plaque Manager
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Tree]

This thread is getting dangerously close to being totally irrelevant to the
mission of this reflector.

There are MANY contest rules that can't be enforced.  This is just making
it clear what the intention is - and to allow those who are using remote
receivers a place to compete.

Tree N6TR

On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:02 PM, Doug Renwick  wrote:

> Can someone tell me how this rule is going to be policed?  Operator ethics
> (becoming an oxymoron) doesn't count.
> Doug/VE5RA
>
> I wasn't born in Saskatchewan, but I got here as soon as I could.
>
> -Original Message-
>
> Hi Mike.
>
> To clarify;
>
> The rule for allowing remote receivers is for Single Op ASSISTED only.
> It does not matter what power level you use.
> Multi Ops CANNOT use remote receivers. Single operator Unassisted CANNOT
> use remote receivers. Power levels do not matter.
>
> There is no separate listing for LP or QRP in ASSISTED.
> All power levels are listed together in the ASSISTED category.
> If you use the DX Cluster, skimmers or any spotting assistance you are
> ASSISTED (except Multi-ops). If you use a remote receiver you are ASSISTED.
>
> 73, Andy N2NT
> Director CQ160 Contest
>
>
> On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 3:41 PM,  wrote:
>
> > Andy,
> >
> > It is not clear to me; can a low Power or QRP operator use a remote rx
> > within 100km?
> >
> > Mike N2MS
> >
> >
> > - Original Message -
> > From: Andy Blank 
> > To: Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
> > Cc: 160 
> > Sent: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 19:37:47 - (UTC)
> > Subject: Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest
> >
> > Jorge, this new rule is for SINGLE OPERATOR ASSISTED ONLY.
> >
> > Multi ops, single ops are not allowed to use remote rx.
> >
> > For those of you that did not follow the thread, this was in response to
> > some stations that requested a compromise.
> > We decided to allow it only for assisted operation.
> > This rule mirrors exactly the accomodation made for the Stew Perry
> contest.
> >
> > To clarify, web SDRs are OK if they are in the 100km radius. One and only
> > one receiver can be used.
> > Anyone caught using receivers outside of these limits will be subject to
> > disqualification.
> >
> > Reminder: Single Op Assisted is HIGH POWER only.
> > Low power stations get listed together for this category only.
> >
> > Have fun in the contest, let's hope for some good conditions!
> > BTW, the rule for 5 day submission of logs is not all that new.
> > Please email your cabrillo logs ASAP after the contest.
> >
> > All the information can be found at CQ160.com.
> >
> >
> > 73, Andy N2NT
> > Director CQ160 Contest
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM <
> cx6vm.jo...@gmail.com
> > >
> > wrote:
> >
> > > Hello,
> > >
> > > Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
> > >
> > > A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote
> receiver
> > > located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but
> > must
> > > be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate
> > new
> > > technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> > > transmitting site.
> > >
> > > Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top
> scores
> > > maybe is a problem
> > >
> > > 73,
> > > Jorge
> > > CX6VM/CW5W
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
> > >
> > > > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > > > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> > > >
> > > > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST
> and
> > > > your
> > > > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> > > >
> > > > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days
> of
> > > the
> > > > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> > > >
> > > > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume
> either
> > > > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the
> 2011
> > > CQ
> > > > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> > > >
> > > > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > > > Hillsboro, OR
> > > > _
> > > > Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > 73,
> > > Jorge
> > > CX6VM/CW5W
> > > _
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> > >
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> >
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Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial

[Jorge Diez - CX6VM]

hello

which 75 ohms coaxial do you recommend for 400-700 runs of direct buried on
ground?

I will need to replace some coaxial that is over the ground and cows and
horses have trodden and have scored in various places so the next step will
bury the coaxial

73,
Jorge
CX6VM/CW5W
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Re: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial

[donovanf]

Hi Jorge, 


You want flooded RG-6/U with the polyetheleyne (not PVC) jacket, such as: 


http://www.dxengineering.com/search/product-line/dx-engineering-6uf-75-ohm-dual-shield-coaxial-cable?autoview=SKU=6UF%2075-ohm=BestKeywordMatch=Ascending
 


73 
Frank 
W3LPL 

- Original Message -

From: "Jorge Diez - CX6VM"  
To: "Frank Donovan"  
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 3:47:29 PM 
Subject: Re: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial 


Hi Frank 


well, for 1.8 mhz (160 mts), anyway I use my beverages also on 80 mts and in 
few cases on 40 mts 


73, 
Jorge 




2016-01-27 12:42 GMT-03:00 < donov...@starpower.net > : 




Hi Jorge, 


What frequency or frequencies? 


73 
Frank 
W3LPL 



From: "Jorge Diez - CX6VM" < cx6vm.jo...@gmail.com > 
To: topband@contesting.com 
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 3:31:25 PM 
Subject: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial 



hello 

which 75 ohms coaxial do you recommend for 400-700 runs of direct buried on 
ground? 

I will need to replace some coaxial that is over the ground and cows and 
horses have trodden and have scored in various places so the next step will 
bury the coaxial 

73, 
Jorge 
CX6VM/CW5W 
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Re: Topband: VP8STI rumor

[m.r.c.]

That, I can tell you from personal experience, is how that entire crew works.  That's an 
amazing and wonderfully supportive crew.  We owe a great thinks to the captain, crew and 
good ship Braveheart for many many successful and SAFE DXpeditions.


Robin Critchell, WA6CDR
member, VP6DX

- Original Message - 
From: "Dan Edward Dba East edwards" 

To: ; 
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 07:06
Subject: Re: Topband: VP8STI rumor


how about 3 cheers for the Braveheart's skipper, Nigel, for keeping team safety a 
priority?

73, w5xz, dan


   On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 3:30 PM, Jim Brown  
wrote:


On Tue,1/26/2016 1:09 PM, Chortek, Robert L. wrote:

Anyone know if they were able to go back and retrieve the equipment?



From reading the post describing the potentially problematic ice flow,
it could be days (or longer) before that could be attempted. And, I'd
bet that everyone is super bushed by now. Hopefully seas are now calm so
they can recover some energy.

Yes, we all need to dig deep to support these guys. I'm going to do that
when I do the OQRS thing. I didn't make it on Topband, but I'm in the
log for six bands, including QRP on 20CW.

73, Jim K9YC




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Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Tree]

Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.

Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and your
QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.

One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of the
end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).

Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the 2011 CQ
160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)

73 Tree N6TR/7
Hillsboro, OR
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Re: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial

[Jorge Diez - CX6VM]

thanks all for the help!

very helpful advices

73,
Jorge
CX6VM/CW5W

2016-01-27 13:01 GMT-03:00 :

> Hi Jorge,
>
> You want flooded RG-6/U with the polyetheleyne (not PVC) jacket, such as:
>
>
> http://www.dxengineering.com/search/product-line/dx-engineering-6uf-75-ohm-dual-shield-coaxial-cable?autoview=SKU=6UF%2075-ohm=BestKeywordMatch=Ascending
>
> 73
> Frank
> W3LPL
>
> --
> *From: *"Jorge Diez - CX6VM" 
> *To: *"Frank Donovan" 
> *Sent: *Wednesday, January 27, 2016 3:47:29 PM
> *Subject: *Re: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial
>
>
> Hi Frank
>
> well, for 1.8 mhz (160 mts), anyway I use my beverages also on 80 mts and
> in few cases on 40 mts
>
> 73,
> Jorge
>
>
> 2016-01-27 12:42 GMT-03:00 :
>
>> Hi Jorge,
>>
>> What frequency or frequencies?
>>
>> 73
>> Frank
>> W3LPL
>>
>> --
>> *From: *"Jorge Diez - CX6VM" 
>> *To: *topband@contesting.com
>> *Sent: *Wednesday, January 27, 2016 3:31:25 PM
>> *Subject: *Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial
>>
>>
>> hello
>>
>> which 75 ohms coaxial do you recommend for 400-700 runs of direct buried
>> on
>> ground?
>>
>> I will need to replace some coaxial that is over the ground and cows and
>> horses have trodden and have scored in various places so the next step
>> will
>> bury the coaxial
>>
>> 73,
>> Jorge
>> CX6VM/CW5W
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>>
>>
>
>
> --
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
>
>


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Re: Topband: VP8STI rumor

[C Allen Baker via Topband]

How about a chorus of For hes a Jolly good fellow?
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Re: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial

[Greg Zenger]

The dual shield direct burial coax that I have received from DXEngineering
has been Commscope F660BEF.

Greg N2GZ
On Jan 27, 2016 11:01 AM,  wrote:

> Hi Jorge,
>
>
> You want flooded RG-6/U with the polyetheleyne (not PVC) jacket, such as:
>
>
>
> http://www.dxengineering.com/search/product-line/dx-engineering-6uf-75-ohm-dual-shield-coaxial-cable?autoview=SKU=6UF%2075-ohm=BestKeywordMatch=Ascending
>
>
> 73
> Frank
> W3LPL
>
> - Original Message -
>
> From: "Jorge Diez - CX6VM" 
> To: "Frank Donovan" 
> Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 3:47:29 PM
> Subject: Re: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial
>
>
> Hi Frank
>
>
> well, for 1.8 mhz (160 mts), anyway I use my beverages also on 80 mts and
> in few cases on 40 mts
>
>
> 73,
> Jorge
>
>
>
>
> 2016-01-27 12:42 GMT-03:00 < donov...@starpower.net > :
>
>
>
>
> Hi Jorge,
>
>
> What frequency or frequencies?
>
>
> 73
> Frank
> W3LPL
>
>
>
> From: "Jorge Diez - CX6VM" < cx6vm.jo...@gmail.com >
> To: topband@contesting.com
> Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 3:31:25 PM
> Subject: Topband: direct buried beverage coaxial
>
>
>
> hello
>
> which 75 ohms coaxial do you recommend for 400-700 runs of direct buried on
> ground?
>
> I will need to replace some coaxial that is over the ground and cows and
> horses have trodden and have scored in various places so the next step will
> bury the coaxial
>
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
> _
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>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> --
>
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
>
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Re: Topband: VP8STI rumor

[Herbert Schoenbohm]

I did and it made me feel very good ! If you donate $50 or more you get 
an automatic upgrade to the OQRS feature via Club Log.  There is a 
separate donate page for VP8SGI on their web page as well.  So be sure 
to hit both.



Herb Schoenbohm, KV4FZ

On 1/27/2016 2:28 PM, Richard (Rick) Karlquist wrote:

How about some donation$ ?


On 1/27/2016 9:59 AM, C Allen Baker via Topband wrote:

How about a chorus of For hes a Jolly good fellow?
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Re: Topband: VP8STI rumor

[Richard (Rick) Karlquist]

How about some donation$ ?


On 1/27/2016 9:59 AM, C Allen Baker via Topband wrote:

How about a chorus of For hes a Jolly good fellow?
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Tom Haavisto]

This came up last year, and I pointed out it is a game changer.  A station
can now operate full duplex by having a remote receiving site.

A few folks indicated they came close to being able to do this within the
confines of their own property, but it looks like they decided to proceed.

It is only available to SOA(HP), but it will be interesting to see what the
final outcome is.


Tom - VE3CX


On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
wrote:

> Hello,
>
> Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
>
> A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote receiver
> located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but must
> be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate new
> technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> transmitting site.
>
> Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top scores
> maybe is a problem
>
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
>
>
>
> 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
>
> > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> >
> > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and
> > your
> > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> >
> > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of
> the
> > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> >
> > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
> > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the 2011
> CQ
> > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> >
> > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > Hillsboro, OR
> > _
> > Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
> >
>
>
>
> --
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Tim Shoppa]

I feel those competing for the top scores, would need multiple remote
receivers (not allowed by the rules) and would suffer from latency.

What this does do, is allow some limited operation with a single remote
receiver.

Tim N3QE

On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
wrote:

> Hello,
>
> Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
>
> A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote receiver
> located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but must
> be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate new
> technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> transmitting site.
>
> Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top scores
> maybe is a problem
>
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
>
>
>
> 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
>
> > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> >
> > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and
> > your
> > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> >
> > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of
> the
> > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> >
> > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
> > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the 2011
> CQ
> > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> >
> > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > Hillsboro, OR
> > _
> > Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
> >
>
>
>
> --
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Andy Blank]

Jorge, this new rule is for SINGLE OPERATOR ASSISTED ONLY.

Multi ops, single ops are not allowed to use remote rx.

For those of you that did not follow the thread, this was in response to
some stations that requested a compromise.
We decided to allow it only for assisted operation.
This rule mirrors exactly the accomodation made for the Stew Perry contest.

To clarify, web SDRs are OK if they are in the 100km radius. One and only
one receiver can be used.
Anyone caught using receivers outside of these limits will be subject to
disqualification.

Reminder: Single Op Assisted is HIGH POWER only.
Low power stations get listed together for this category only.

Have fun in the contest, let's hope for some good conditions!
BTW, the rule for 5 day submission of logs is not all that new.
Please email your cabrillo logs ASAP after the contest.

All the information can be found at CQ160.com.


73, Andy N2NT
Director CQ160 Contest


On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
wrote:

> Hello,
>
> Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
>
> A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote receiver
> located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but must
> be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate new
> technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> transmitting site.
>
> Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top scores
> maybe is a problem
>
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
>
>
>
> 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
>
> > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> >
> > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and
> > your
> > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> >
> > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of
> the
> > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> >
> > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
> > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the 2011
> CQ
> > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> >
> > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > Hillsboro, OR
> > _
> > Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
> >
>
>
>
> --
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[mstangelo]

Andy,

It is not clear to me; can a low Power or QRP operator use a remote rx within 
100km?

Mike N2MS


- Original Message -
From: Andy Blank 
To: Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
Cc: 160 
Sent: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 19:37:47 - (UTC)
Subject: Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

Jorge, this new rule is for SINGLE OPERATOR ASSISTED ONLY.

Multi ops, single ops are not allowed to use remote rx.

For those of you that did not follow the thread, this was in response to
some stations that requested a compromise.
We decided to allow it only for assisted operation.
This rule mirrors exactly the accomodation made for the Stew Perry contest.

To clarify, web SDRs are OK if they are in the 100km radius. One and only
one receiver can be used.
Anyone caught using receivers outside of these limits will be subject to
disqualification.

Reminder: Single Op Assisted is HIGH POWER only.
Low power stations get listed together for this category only.

Have fun in the contest, let's hope for some good conditions!
BTW, the rule for 5 day submission of logs is not all that new.
Please email your cabrillo logs ASAP after the contest.

All the information can be found at CQ160.com.


73, Andy N2NT
Director CQ160 Contest


On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
wrote:

> Hello,
>
> Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
>
> A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote receiver
> located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but must
> be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate new
> technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> transmitting site.
>
> Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top scores
> maybe is a problem
>
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
>
>
>
> 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
>
> > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> >
> > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and
> > your
> > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> >
> > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of
> the
> > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> >
> > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
> > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the 2011
> CQ
> > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> >
> > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > Hillsboro, OR
> > _
> > Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
> >
>
>
>
> --
> 73,
> Jorge
> CX6VM/CW5W
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Andy Blank]

Hi Mike.

To clarify;

The rule for allowing remote receivers is for Single Op ASSISTED only.
It does not matter what power level you use.
Multi Ops CANNOT use remote receivers. Single operator Unassisted CANNOT
use remote receivers. Power levels do not matter.

There is no separate listing for LP or QRP in ASSISTED.
All power levels are listed together in the ASSISTED category.
If you use the DX Cluster, skimmers or any spotting assistance you are
ASSISTED (except Multi-ops). If you use a remote receiver you are ASSISTED.

73, Andy N2NT
Director CQ160 Contest





On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 3:41 PM,  wrote:

> Andy,
>
> It is not clear to me; can a low Power or QRP operator use a remote rx
> within 100km?
>
> Mike N2MS
>
>
> - Original Message -
> From: Andy Blank 
> To: Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
> Cc: 160 
> Sent: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 19:37:47 - (UTC)
> Subject: Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest
>
> Jorge, this new rule is for SINGLE OPERATOR ASSISTED ONLY.
>
> Multi ops, single ops are not allowed to use remote rx.
>
> For those of you that did not follow the thread, this was in response to
> some stations that requested a compromise.
> We decided to allow it only for assisted operation.
> This rule mirrors exactly the accomodation made for the Stew Perry contest.
>
> To clarify, web SDRs are OK if they are in the 100km radius. One and only
> one receiver can be used.
> Anyone caught using receivers outside of these limits will be subject to
> disqualification.
>
> Reminder: Single Op Assisted is HIGH POWER only.
> Low power stations get listed together for this category only.
>
> Have fun in the contest, let's hope for some good conditions!
> BTW, the rule for 5 day submission of logs is not all that new.
> Please email your cabrillo logs ASAP after the contest.
>
> All the information can be found at CQ160.com.
>
>
> 73, Andy N2NT
> Director CQ160 Contest
>
>
> On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM  >
> wrote:
>
> > Hello,
> >
> > Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
> >
> > A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote receiver
> > located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but
> must
> > be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate
> new
> > technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> > transmitting site.
> >
> > Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top scores
> > maybe is a problem
> >
> > 73,
> > Jorge
> > CX6VM/CW5W
> >
> >
> >
> > 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
> >
> > > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> > >
> > > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and
> > > your
> > > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> > >
> > > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of
> > the
> > > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> > >
> > > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
> > > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the 2011
> > CQ
> > > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> > >
> > > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > > Hillsboro, OR
> > > _
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> > >
> >
> >
> >
> > --
> > 73,
> > Jorge
> > CX6VM/CW5W
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Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest

[Doug Renwick]

Can someone tell me how this rule is going to be policed?  Operator ethics
(becoming an oxymoron) doesn't count.
Doug/VE5RA

I wasn't born in Saskatchewan, but I got here as soon as I could.

-Original Message-

Hi Mike.

To clarify;

The rule for allowing remote receivers is for Single Op ASSISTED only.
It does not matter what power level you use.
Multi Ops CANNOT use remote receivers. Single operator Unassisted CANNOT
use remote receivers. Power levels do not matter.

There is no separate listing for LP or QRP in ASSISTED.
All power levels are listed together in the ASSISTED category.
If you use the DX Cluster, skimmers or any spotting assistance you are
ASSISTED (except Multi-ops). If you use a remote receiver you are ASSISTED.

73, Andy N2NT
Director CQ160 Contest


On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 3:41 PM,  wrote:

> Andy,
>
> It is not clear to me; can a low Power or QRP operator use a remote rx
> within 100km?
>
> Mike N2MS
>
>
> - Original Message -
> From: Andy Blank 
> To: Jorge Diez - CX6VM 
> Cc: 160 
> Sent: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 19:37:47 - (UTC)
> Subject: Re: Topband: CQ 160 CW Contest
>
> Jorge, this new rule is for SINGLE OPERATOR ASSISTED ONLY.
>
> Multi ops, single ops are not allowed to use remote rx.
>
> For those of you that did not follow the thread, this was in response to
> some stations that requested a compromise.
> We decided to allow it only for assisted operation.
> This rule mirrors exactly the accomodation made for the Stew Perry
contest.
>
> To clarify, web SDRs are OK if they are in the 100km radius. One and only
> one receiver can be used.
> Anyone caught using receivers outside of these limits will be subject to
> disqualification.
>
> Reminder: Single Op Assisted is HIGH POWER only.
> Low power stations get listed together for this category only.
>
> Have fun in the contest, let's hope for some good conditions!
> BTW, the rule for 5 day submission of logs is not all that new.
> Please email your cabrillo logs ASAP after the contest.
>
> All the information can be found at CQ160.com.
>
>
> 73, Andy N2NT
> Director CQ160 Contest
>
>
> On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 2:27 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM  >
> wrote:
>
> > Hello,
> >
> > Just reading the rules, don`t like this, how they can control it?
> >
> > A new rule is added to allow the use of one and only one remote receiver
> > located within 100KM of the main transmitter site. WebSDRs are OK, but
> must
> > be located within the 100KM limit. The rule is designed to accommodate
> new
> > technology, and for those who experience high noise levels at the
> > transmitting site.
> >
> > Will not hurt nobody here, but for those that are playing for top scores
> > maybe is a problem
> >
> > 73,
> > Jorge
> > CX6VM/CW5W
> >
> >
> >
> > 2016-01-27 14:51 GMT-03:00 Tree :
> >
> > > Just a reminder that the biggest 160 meter contest is coming up this
> > > weekend.  It starts at 2200 UTC on Friday and runs for 48 hours.
> > >
> > > Full rules can be found at http://www.cq160.com/.  Exchange is RST and
> > > your
> > > QTH for US/VE stations.  For DX - it is RST + CQ zone.
> > >
> > > One fairly new rule is that logs need to be submitted within 5 days of
> > the
> > > end of the contest (unless you ask for a waiver).
> > >
> > > Hope conditions are good.  The VP8 operation will likely resume either
> > > during or after the contest.  I remember working VP8ORK during the
2011
> > CQ
> > > 160 contest - so it is possible to work DX during this contest.  ;-)
> > >
> > > 73 Tree N6TR/7
> > > Hillsboro, OR
> > > _
> > > Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> > --
> > 73,
> > Jorge
> > CX6VM/CW5W
> > _
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> >
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Topband: On their way!

[Jim Monahan]

   For those who haven't seen this:

 

January 27 – Antonio EA5RM – VP8STI/VP8SGI Chief Pilot –  informs that finally, 
yesterday the team was able to collect all gear from Thule Is. All team members 
are OK and they are on the way to South Georgia where they will arrive after 
three days sailing. They will try to be on the air for eight days as VP8SGI. 
Personally, Antonio wants to thank to all who send support messages expressing 
their concerns about VP8STI team situation.

Delorme tracker is working, you can see Braveheart progress at: 
http://www.intrepid-dx.com/vp8/location

Link to:

http://www.dx-world.net/vp8sti-vp8sgi-south-sandwich-and-south-georgia/

Jim, K1PX

K1PX at msn.com
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Re: Topband: On their way!

[Barry N1EU]

Here's the correct URL for location tracking:
http://www.intrepid-dx.com/vp8/location.php

73, Barry N1EU

On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 8:51 AM, Jim Monahan  wrote:

>For those who haven't seen this:
>
>
>
> January 27 – Antonio EA5RM – VP8STI/VP8SGI Chief Pilot –  informs that
> finally, yesterday the team was able to collect all gear from Thule Is. All
> team members are OK and they are on the way to South Georgia where they
> will arrive after three days sailing. They will try to be on the air for
> eight days as VP8SGI.
> Personally, Antonio wants to thank to all who send support messages
> expressing their concerns about VP8STI team situation.
>
> Delorme tracker is working, you can see Braveheart progress at:
> http://www.intrepid-dx.com/vp8/location<
> http://www.intrepid-dx.com/vp8/location>
>
> Link to:
>
> http://www.dx-world.net/vp8sti-vp8sgi-south-sandwich-and-south-georgia/<
> http://www.dx-world.net/vp8sti-vp8sgi-south-sandwich-and-south-georgia/>
>
> Jim, K1PX
>
> K1PX at msn.com
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Re: Topband: VP8STI rumor

[Dan Edward Dba East edwards]

how about 3 cheers for the Braveheart's skipper, Nigel, for keeping team safety 
a priority?
73, w5xz, dan
 

On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 3:30 PM, Jim Brown 
 wrote:
 

 On Tue,1/26/2016 1:09 PM, Chortek, Robert L. wrote:
> Anyone know if they were able to go back and retrieve the equipment?
>

 From reading the post describing the potentially problematic ice flow, 
it could be days (or longer) before that could be attempted. And, I'd 
bet that everyone is super bushed by now. Hopefully seas are now calm so 
they can recover some energy.

Yes, we all need to dig deep to support these guys. I'm going to do that 
when I do the OQRS thing. I didn't make it on Topband, but I'm in the 
log for six bands, including QRP on 20CW.

73, Jim K9YC




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