Re: [DX-CHAT] LOTW cannot possibly catch up

2012-12-15 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy (K5MWH)
All of us on this reflector are painfully aware that LoTW has a problem, Additionally we all have seen this discussion go on ad nausium. All of us are concerned about the problem. None of this is new NEWS. So far I have told you nothing new. The complaining goes on on, and accomplishes

Re: [DX-CHAT] LOTW cannot possibly catch up

2012-12-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy (K5MWH)
Go to the LOTW site and read carefully. There is a discussion that tells, in part, that new hardware is on order, and is expected to arrive in 6-8 weeks. THEY ARE WORKING ON IT!!! RELAX!!! Constantly getting your shorts all in a wad is uncomfortable, and bad for your health. It raises

Re: [DX-CHAT] LOTW cannot possibly catch up

2012-12-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy (K5MWH)
the hardware hypothesis, users are left in a trust me position while the processing delay vaults past ten days as of approximately 16:30z today - on its way to 20 days by the end of the month. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 12/14/2012 11:42 AM, Mike(W5UC) Kathy (K5MWH) wrote: Go to the LOTW site

Re: [DX-CHAT] LOTW cannot possibly catch up

2012-12-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy (K5MWH)
by the same IT department that allowed LotW to run out of disk space and crash. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 12/14/2012 12:31 PM, Mike(W5UC) Kathy (K5MWH) wrote: On 12/14/2012 11:24 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: Go to the LOTW site and read carefully. There is a discussion that tells, in part

Re: [DX-CHAT] Desecheo

2009-03-05 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(k5MWH)
Bill wrote: *Kay Pee Five* ** *Bill* Since that is probably a spanish word, the e is pronounced like an A, so I believe the pronunciation would be daysaychayo, all with long A's. 73, Mike, W5UC American by birth. Texan by the grace of God* *age treachery will overcome youth skill*

Re: [DX-CHAT] Desecheo

2009-03-05 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(k5MWH)
Ernie Walls wrote: With emphasis on the last A 73, Mike, W5UC American by birth. Texan by the grace of God* *age treachery will overcome youth skill* *management is the cesspool of life. it's the place where the big chunks float to the top* http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/

Re: [DX-CHAT] Q Signals

2008-06-03 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
At 06:17 PM 6/3/2008, RUSSELL KELLAM JR wrote: I simply do not understand all the hoopla over using q signals on phone. Russ, it's called excess boredom. 73, Mike, W5UC **age treachery will overcome youth skill** **Management is the cesspool of life. It's the place where the big chunks

RE: [DX-CHAT] Re: [DX-NEWS] Re: Kosova

2008-03-23 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
If I understand correctly, ARRL HAS clearly stated their position. There are clearly defined, long standing conditions which will permit DXCC to recognize Kosovo, and to my knowledge, these conditions have NOT been met. It really isn't complicated at all unless one wants to use this situation as

Re: [DX-CHAT] DXpedition Expectations

2008-02-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(k5MWH) Watson
IMHO, the DX-Pedition operators will ultimately be the ones who must solve the problem. They will have to get tired enough to start imposing sanctions on unruly stations. Calling these Bozos out by callsign publicly isn't a viable solution, but privately taking note of who they are, and never

Re: [DX-CHAT] GJ4FDM

2008-01-07 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(k5MWH) Watson
At 04:24 AM 1/7/2008, Tom Wylie wrote: On returning from my expedition to Jersey I found that a Hungarian amateur has updated QRZ.COM with GJ4FDM information. As he has done so I cannot now edit the information as it will not permit me. Why can a station upload information for a station

Re: [DX-CHAT] Making a List Checking It Twice...

2007-12-22 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 10:29 AM 12/22/2007, w3wn wrote: Thoughts? Ron, unfortunately, out thought pattern is near the same. If I were to send in a single band, I would want it to be 30 meters. Beyond 30 meters, 160 is my other favorite, and that apparently isn't an option. CW would definitely be a favorite

Re: [DX-CHAT] Could this be the ultimate award?

2007-12-19 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
What is this junk? At 11:08 AM 12/19/2007, harris_ruben wrote: http://www.confluence.org/see here Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This is the DX-CHAT reflector sponsored by the NJDXA

RE: [DX-CHAT] 'tis the season

2007-12-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 05:07 PM 12/14/2007, Ron Notarius W3WN wrote: Sorry Charles, but I disagree. This is political correctness run amuck. AMEN Ron. I's so sick of politically correct that I want to puke. 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/

[DX-CHAT] GWB

2007-12-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
If I were GWB or any other president with just over a year left, I would say pretty much what I jolly well please, and not sweat the small stuff, especially the small PC stuff. (all PC stuff is very small) 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill

Re: [DX-CHAT] How do you view new DXCC countries?

2007-12-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 09:29 AM 12/11/2007, you wrote: I view it as more of a pain in the xxx having to work them and collect QSLs to maintain my position on the Honor Roll. What's your view? Barry, I'll vote with you. Creating entities for the sake of creating entities is a waste. Unfortunately, however, we

Re: [DX-CHAT] a little more on Ten Tec woes

2007-10-25 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 09:40 AM 10/25/2007, Peter Dougherty wrote: I'm going to pick up either a Flexradio or a K3 to replace my much-despised-and-frequently-deaf Mark-V. Peter, that's an interesting comment. I have a FT-1000MP that I absolutely would not part with. I'm wondering if there is that much

Re: [DX-CHAT] Real DX

2007-10-04 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Indeed it has John, and I too listened to Sputnik on my S40, but can't remember if it was an A or B. I was 18 then, and am still enjoying it. 73, Mike, W5UC At 12:33 PM 10/4/2007, J Dyer wrote: Fifty years ago this week, a fourteen year old shortwave listener tuned his ancient

[DX-CHAT] 3B7C Online Logs

2007-09-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Does anyone know how often the 3B7C logs are updated? 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/ Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, dx-chat@njdxa.org This

[DX-CHAT] 3B7C Online Logs

2007-09-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Murphy is alive well. As soon as I open my big mouth the 40 meter contact appears in the log. Thanks again. 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/ Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post

Re: [DX-CHAT] LBOTW

2007-08-28 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Pay attention all you sheep that follow the League's Party line. Here is someone who HAS told it like it is. He is not the only member of that committee who was fed up. -- John - W2AGN John, I've heard you Pixx moan for 3 days about how bad the league is, but that's all you do is Pi_xx

Re: [DX-CHAT] BS7H

2007-08-28 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Yep, got mine yesterday, and got confirmations in LOTW on Saturday morning. 73, Mike, W5UC At 05:11 PM 8/28/2007, nick cominos wrote: Has anyone received cards yet? vy 73, Nick W9UM age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/ Subscribe/unsubscribe,

Re: [DX-CHAT] LBOTW

2007-08-27 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 09:22 PM 8/26/2007, you wrote: And more important, it is controlled by the ARRL., who are NOT friends of Amateur radio. John - W2AGN John, just WHO DO you consider a friend of amateur radio. In your response, please limit your discussion to the organization that IS a friend of amateur

Re: [DX-CHAT] LBOTW

2007-08-27 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 07:52 AM 8/27/2007, you wrote: Sadly, there is no such organization. That makes the ARRL no less of a tax-exempt publishing house, trying to make money off the shhep that will follow them anywhere. -- John - W2AGN John, that is exactly correct, and that is the reason I phrased my

Re: [DX-CHAT] Postal thieves

2007-08-27 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 07:47 PM 8/26/2007, Charles Harpole wrote: I have a USA mail drop... my son receives my mail that comes to his and my USA address, 4301 Jenkins Dr, Plano, and he periodically sends my mail to me Last month he spent $148 usd to send me a slim FedEx box and reports US post is also

Re: [DX-CHAT] A How to QSL statement--final version (Addendum)

2007-08-27 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 05:44 PM 8/27/2007, Barry wrote: Successful QSLing de W2UP 1. If a DX station has a reputation for not returning cards or blaming postal theft for non-QSLing, or has a long list of inane rules to follow, don't waste your time or money. There will always be someone else to work who

Re: [DX-CHAT] 7O

2007-08-12 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 01:25 PM 8/12/2007, Hans wrote: Sir, thats exactly what I didnt tell YOU. Asking you again to withdraw what you wrote under point 2. You are guessing and it is not the truth. Hans, I'm really confused. if you have information that will settle this issue, why in the name of heaver are YOU

Re: [DX-CHAT] 7O and the ARRL

2007-08-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 01:46 PM 8/11/2007, Goran Arezina wrote: Not too long ago somebody wrote: I just worked it, and I do not care if ARRL accept it as OK or not! Fu*k them, I did it . Really? Are you sure it wasn't a pirate? Do you have proof that you worked them? Was the operation approved by the

Re: [DX-CHAT] DXCC Yearbook

2007-07-25 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
AMEN John: Last year when I complained that the annual DXCC listings were missing, a part of the explanation I got verbally from a particular League official, was that the DX Challenge is now the premier DX Award in the league DX program. Pardon my French, but BS. That's a matter of

Re: [DX-CHAT] Dxcc yearbook

2007-07-23 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Got mine today. 73, Mike, W5UC At 06:55 PM 7/23/2007, Jim Abercrombie wrote: Has the league started mailing out the DXCC Yearbook yet? If not, when can we expect them, if you know? Jim N4JA age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/

Re: [DX-CHAT] Address change HS0ZCW

2007-06-26 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 02:09 PM 6/26/2007, Dave G4GED wrote: Absolutely brilliant Dave! Pay Pal accounts seem to be as common these days as checking accounts. I have had one for years, and if a seller on e-bay says No Pay Pal, I blow right by him and say, No Purchase I would be glad to add the extra bit it

RE: [DX-CHAT] Gitmo

2007-06-22 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 08:01 PM 6/22/2007, LA5HE Ragnar Otterstad wrote: It would most certainly improve USA's standing in the rest of the world. 73 Rag la5he Rag, that is doubtful. There are those for whom hating the US is a hobby rather than a matter of principal. Radical Islam will have to be in control

RE: [DX-CHAT] Gitmo

2007-06-22 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 08:01 PM 6/22/2007, LA5HE Ragnar Otterstad wrote: Even if they tore down the detention center it would not affect the original base. --- Or is it principle? Probably so; been asleep in front of the tube as the Rangers pound my poor stumbling Astros. GN

Re: [DX-CHAT] BS7H- why the fuss?

2007-06-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 05:25 AM 6/10/2007, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: All qsos will have to be uploaded eventually, Gentlemen, please get your shorts out of a wad and relax. I attended a great presentation by the BS7 crew at Hamcom, and if I understand correctly they said ALL QSO's will be uploaded to LOTW by

Re: [DX-CHAT] Fw: N8S or BS7h on LoTW?

2007-05-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Osten, I asked about the validity of the + in VE7CC, and the response was that the BS7 logs would be uploaded to LOTW one year after the operation was complete. 73, Mike, W5UC At 10:31 AM 5/11/2007, Osten B Magnusson wrote: I remember having seen somewhere that either BS7H or N8S was going

RE: [DX-CHAT] BS7H thoughts

2007-05-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Good Morning Bernie All: After seeing the video from 1997 I too questioned whether BS7 should be on the list. My conclusion is that it should never have been a new entity(don't ask me why, I don't have a good answer). However, now that it is on the list I do not believe it should be

[DX-CHAT] Another Example

2007-05-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Here is another example of an entity that could reasonably be questioned. Because the environmental extremist zealots have the attention of the government of New Zealand, chances of working ZL9 are slim none.(before you get your shorts all in a wad, there is a difference between

Re: [DX-CHAT] Another Example

2007-05-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 09:38 AM 5/10/2007, Dan Zimmerman N3OX wrote: I dunno about E3... that was another one with a flurry of activity around 2000, but man, talk about an unstable region of the world. Thanks Dan. Yep, trying to operate from there at this time is a golden opportunity to get dead. If danger

[DX-CHAT] WOW!!

2007-05-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
There is a great clip of Marti talking about the BS7 experience on u-tube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXXi6WDMqGQ Also, look to the right of the main pane and there are several other clips. 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/

RE: [DX-CHAT] Stupid countries (formerly BS7H thoughts)

2007-05-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 03:45 PM 5/10/2007, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: failing to meet any reasonable standard for acceptance - it should have never been added under any objective rule set. E, u, hold on a minute. Who, supposedly in his right mind, but NOT holding an amateur radio operators license would

Re: [DX-CHAT] Best BS7H quote I have seen

2007-05-06 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 10:05 AM 5/6/2007, Peter Dougherty wrote: I'm willing to wager that for most of the complainers, if they did two things they'd get a lot more in the log. Buy a small amp. 600W or 800W makes a HUGE difference Amen Peter. However, I sincerely believe there are other factors involved that

Re: [DX-CHAT] DXing pioneers

2007-05-06 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 02:09 PM 5/6/2007, Gary Danaher wrote: Anyone offer suggestions here for 'pioneers' following Don and before Martti and Chuck Brady? I don't know how the chronology fits in, but Gus Browning and Danny Weil have to be in that category. 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth

[DX-CHAT] ZL9

2007-05-05 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Does anyone know anything about the gent from New Zealand who occasionally goes to ZL9? 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/ Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX

Re: [DX-CHAT] BS7H on any band-Trouble, trouble, trouble

2007-05-05 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 07:53 PM 5/5/2007, Bill Hawkins wrote: Let me tell you my sad story.Long but true. Fantastic story, but scary. I have been down the road with kidney stones and it's a no fun deal. It has been said that they are woman's revenge for having to give birth. Congratulations! I only wish

[DX-CHAT] +BS7H

2007-05-03 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
I continue to see the + designator in the VE7CC postings for BS7H. Does this have any significance with regard to their intentions to upload to LOTW? 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/ Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ,

Re: [DX-CHAT] Re: BS7H

2007-05-02 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Let me throw another item in the mix. The guys out on the rocks are doing a great job. I wouldn't have the courage or physical stamina to do it. However, the huge splits that they are running is tearing up the bands, and I would venture to guess that some of the hecklers are those who have

RE: [DX-CHAT] Re: U.S. Postal rates set to go up

2007-04-27 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 08:33 AM 4/27/2007, Bob Schenck, N2OO wrote: The fairest way to do things is the way it is currently being done. LoTW is voluntary and it should always be such. AMEN!!! How I choose to handle my confirmations is no one else's business. I use LOTW, and like it, but for anyone to mandate

Re: [DX-CHAT] Real prefix for N8S query

2007-04-13 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Charles, I believe that Swan Is belongs to the US., and the correct prefix is KH8/S. Anyone have anything different? As for 73, it goes way back to the days of predominantly CW. 73 is/was an on the air exchange at the end of a CW QSO and means best regards, and it chaps my grouchy old fanny

RE: [DX-CHAT] Coax

2007-04-12 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 08:43 PM 4/12/2007, Ron Notarius W3WN wrote: Now, if anyone needs some short sections of unchewed RG-8X, let me know! OOPS, hold it, hold it, HOLE-DIT! There is the problem right there. I find the dog not guilty, and place all responsibility on your shoulders. For some unknown reason

Re: [DX-CHAT] QSL problems

2007-04-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
I have worked a very active station on Galapagos who uses LOTW, and he fires confirmation out in very short order. I encourage you and everyone to get into LOTW. This particular station also has a stateside QSL manager who is quite prompt. 73, Mike, W5UC At 04:57 PM 4/11/2007, john wrote:

[DX-CHAT] N8S

2007-04-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
From the N8S Online log: W5UC20 m C W5UC15 mC W5UC17 m C W5UC20 m R W5UC15 m S W5UC30 m C W5UC160 m C W5UC40 m C W5UC10 m S Where is 80 Meters? Mother Nature is really cruel some times. We got home from Dallas Sunday

RE: [DX-CHAT] QSL problems

2007-04-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
with a QSL card. I know he had some difficulties due to flooding around the time of Katrina, but my understanding is that's no longer the case. 73 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of john Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 6:57 PM To: Mike(W5UC

Re: [DX-CHAT] N8S-IMPORTANT

2007-04-09 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
5:28 PM CDT. I just tried to access the online log server and could not do so. 73, Mike, W5UC At 04:21 PM 4/9/2007, Tony Martin W4FOA wrote: The log on the N8S website is working FB. My 17 meter QSOs are OK too. 73 and GL Tony, W4FOA - Original Message - From: Jack - K4WSB [EMAIL

RE: [DX-CHAT] Re: N8S Online Logs

2007-04-06 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Don'tcha just hate it when the children can't play together and be nice? At 09:34 PM 4/6/2007, Jim Reisert AD1C wrote: Actually, Dave, the DXCC card checker I referred to was a VE6 who posted on the DX-NEWS reflector Friday morning. I did not know you had posted any inquiries regarding N8S,

Re: [DX-CHAT] The ARRL

2007-03-15 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
I'll echo that! John, K5MO(and all you other league haters), please take a reasonable amount of time to sit and think of anything you can that is positive about ARRL. If you can't find anything you are likely among those who just like to bitch about ARRL, and don't know why. I can tell you

[DX-CHAT] FK8

2007-03-03 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Good Morning All: I searched the last two editions of QRZ DX and found nothing on the current New Caledonia operation. Can someone please tell me how long it will run? 73, Mike, W5UC age treachery will overcome youth skill http://www.suddenlink.net/pages/w5uc/

[DX-CHAT] S52US

2007-02-03 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Greetings All: I am trying to confirm a contact on 160 meters with J52US from 1988 and/or 1989. I showed that the QSL manager was WA8JOC. This morning I looked Him up on QRZ and sent a e-mail message to the address listed, but it bounced. Does anyone know anything about this individual or

Re: [DX-CHAT] S52US

2007-02-03 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Thanks Tom. I searched on WA8JOC in my browser and found another e-mail for him. Already got a prompt, affirmative reply back from him. Wahoo!! 73, Mike, W5UC At 12:27 PM 2/3/2007, Tom-ke1jf wrote: Hi Mike, I looked back found that the Operator was K8MN his call on qrz.com lists J52US

[DX-CHAT] Exams

2006-12-25 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
You all have brought back some fond memories. The examiner in Houston was Lyle Bebee. Actually a pretty nice fellow unless you got a pink slip from him. I never shook so hard in my life as when I went for my Extra exam (Jan 3, 1963). In those days the FCC issued a special blue certificate for

RE: [DX-CHAT] XF4 80m and topband last night

2006-10-24 Thread Mike\(W5UC\) Kathy\(K5MWH\)
Peter, I was trying out the new K9AY array last evening and heard nothing from them or a pirate. However, must admit I was a pooped puppy last evening and was horizontal by 8:30 CDT(01:30Z) last evening. 73, Mike, W5UC http://members.cox.net/w5uc/ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [DX-CHAT] ARRL

2006-08-14 Thread Mike\(W5UC\) Kathy\(K5MWH\)
Urb, the premise of your statement is false. You may post anything you wish. However, you must remember that it's THEIR program(DXCC). If you choose to post information that, in the eyes of those managing the program, negates the efforts of those who organized and carried out a DX-Pedition

Re: [DX-CHAT] ARRL

2006-08-14 Thread Mike\(W5UC\) Kathy\(K5MWH\)
- Original Message - From: Urb LeJeune [EMAIL PROTECTED] If the League is going to administer DXCC, or any other awards, let them deal with the cheaters, and not censor information used by the rule keepers.

Re: [DX-CHAT] ARRL

2006-08-14 Thread Mike\(W5UC\) Kathy\(K5MWH\)
] On Behalf Of Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Sent: Monday, August 14, 2006 7:11 PM To: dx-chat@njdxa.org; Urb LeJeune Subject: Re: [DX-CHAT] ARRL And, therein lies the problem. ARRL does not the ability to deal with those who run 10 KW, but they do have the ability to deal with those who threaten

[DX-CHAT] Needed

2006-01-12 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Ok, I'll get in on the game. I need: BS7 E3 ZL9 Lotsa luck to me.. Hi Looking forward to seeing everyone in the pile-ups. 73, Mike, W5UC QRP is like a margarita with no Tequila -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database:

[DX-CHAT] Inverted L

2005-11-20 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Who is using, or has used an inverted L on 160 meters? For sometime I have been using a shunt fed tower with a significant top hat(a full size 2 element 30 mtr yagi). However, it is still a vertical, and at this location ground conductivity is average, and there is little room for an

Re: [DX-CHAT] Ref: K7C - 30M

2005-09-30 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
I also wkd K7C on 30M this AM around 11:40. Strong. 599 on 2 el yagi at 70 Ft. QSO showed up on web-site within the 5 minute window. 73, Mike, W5UC At 06:28 AM 9/30/2005 -0400, Larry, K4WLS wrote: Wrkd K7C on 30M at 1011 UTC this morning. 559/559 with 90 W and Inv Vee up 25 ft. He was

Re: [DX-CHAT] K7C

2005-09-28 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Gerry thanks for the report. I have Kure from many years back, however 30 mtrs is a priority for me. I'm glad to see that they are on. Now if I can just get the energy to pull myself out of bed early enough in the morning. 73, Mike, W5UC At 01:28 PM 9/28/2005 -0400, Gerry Maira wrote: I

[DX-CHAT] Inrad Switchboard

2005-09-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH
I have an Inrad switch board(FT-920) with 2.1 kHz and 1.8 kHz filters mounted, all hardware, and instructions. Will sell for $265 USD, shipped in the US. Inrad cost including shipping is $339.00. e-mail w5uc at cox dot net. 73, Mike, W5UC No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by

Fwd: Re: [DX-CHAT] Hamvention: Death By Paper Cuts?

2005-05-26 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 08:57 AM 5/26/2005 -0400, you wrote: Looks like this didn't go through yesterday when I sent it, so this is a second try. My apologies if you got it twice! Good Morning Ron all: Please let me raise an issue that I haven't seen addressed here. Very simply, are Dayton HamCom too

Re: [DX-CHAT] Hamvention: Death By Paper Cuts?

2005-05-23 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
Rag, get a life. How our president conducts the foreign affairs of our nation is no one's business but ours, and these comments are totally inappropriate for this forum. Mike, W5UC At 06:57 PM 5/23/2005 +0200, you wrote: Perhaps when you get a new president ,who respects international law and

Re: [DX-CHAT] Hamvention: Death By Paper Cuts?

2005-05-23 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH)
At 06:33 PM 5/23/2005 +, you wrote: Flea markets why wait for a flea market when sales go fast on the internet. Forums read about this content the next day after it happens or is released... on the internet. New products sell it on ur web site, fast. This appears to be 'dead

[DX-CHAT] Capacitor

2005-02-02 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
I am looking for a split stator, 35 pf/section variable capacitor. Hamarlund HFD-35X or equivalent for input on pair of 4CX250B for 6 mtrs. Want to light up some serious meteors on FSK441A. 73 Mike, W5UC age and treachery will overcome youth and skill http://members.cox.net/propstation

Re: [DX-CHAT] re:lotw

2004-04-20 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Well said Steve. There is an elongated discussion in progress on another forum about domestic QSLs and a participant in that discussion asked if there is any form of domestic QSL bureau, to which I reply YES!! It's called LOTW. In my opinion, LOTW is the greatest thing since canned beer( sliced

Re: [DX-CHAT] lotw results?

2004-04-19 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
I am at 99/1253, or right at 8%. A large percentage of mine are from 160 meters where I'm trying to make WAS. At 12:21 AM 4/19/2004 -0400, you wrote: just wondering how everyone else is doing with getting qsls on lotw. yeah, i know it's early. yeah, i know they don't count yet. is there any

Re: [DX-CHAT] TO4E Log

2003-12-24 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
I looked at my contacts the morning prior to the shut-down of the site, and as I recall, all I saw that I am sure of was band. I don't remember if mode was shown, but certainly no more detail than band and mode. At 12:34 AM 12/24/2003 +, you wrote: Its odd, The online Log is properly

[DX-CHAT] EWE

2003-12-09 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Good Morning All: Has anyone in this group tried a EWE antenna for 80 and/or 160? Recently I put up 3 of these antennas at different locations on my property, and so far none of them provided the desired results. All are fed with 1:3 torroid Xfrmrs. None of the three antennas performed as well

[DX-CHAT] EWE etc

2003-12-09 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Thanks to all who responded to my inquiry about the EWE antenna. I have a lot of work to do. Most likely the first thing I need to do is to get outta town. 73 Mike, W5UC Age and treachery will overcome youth and skill Outbound mail checked by Norton Anti-Virus 2003 Subscribe/unsubscribe,

Re: [DX-CHAT] New Q Signal Need

2003-09-10 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
We have been in the mix about the same amount of time(45 yrs here). The only meaning for QSLL that I ever heard is I will QSL upon receipt of yours 73 Mike, W5UC At 11:10 AM 9/10/2003 -0500, Tony Martin W4FOA wrote: Good point Zack and I still prefer .. . After 50 years of DXing, I am still

Re: [DX-CHAT] Yemen

2003-09-03 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
For me, CW is the ONLY way. The Tri-Bander is up the tower and will stay there. 2 Elements for 30 Mtrs going up in late September. 80 Mtr Delta Loop is a Killer. Bring it on 73 Mike, W5UC At 11:16 PM 9/2/2003 -0400, Ken S SCHEPER wrote: I would suggest you keep your rig, and amplifier (that

[DX-CHAT] Yemen and other delights

2003-09-02 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Gentlemen, please allow me to repeat something I said when this came up the last time: I also have been reading most of this thread with limited interest, and Tony said it all. Yes, working them all is probably a little more important to me than Tony. I need BS7, VU4, E3, and ZL9. At almost 65,

Re: [DX-CHAT] Ref: QTH Lat/Long

2003-07-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Good Luck on that Zack. I went there and found a High school where it has not been since one year before I graduated in 1957, and the 30 year old neighborhood where I live isn't shown on the map.. At 10:47 AM 7/14/2003 -0500, Zack Widup wrote: Hi Larry, I use http://www.topozone.com quite a

Re: [DX-CHAT] Ref: QTH Lat/Long

2003-07-14 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
If you have Delorme Street Atlas, it will nail it down to within about 100 feet. At 03:40 PM 7/14/2003 +, Paul Playford wrote: I believe the Lat/Long in QRZ.COM etc is that of your post office, and it would be close enough for most purposes. Age and treachery will overcome youth and skill

RE: [DX-CHAT] What is DX?

2003-07-11 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
I also have been reading most of this thread with limited interest, and Tony said it all. Yes, working them all is probably a little more important to me than Tony. I need BS7, VU4, E3, and ZL9. At almost 65, I Might have a shot at the last 2. However, if I don't work them all, so be it. I had my

[DX-CHAT] 4W

2003-06-19 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
For what it's worth: In a conversation with Bill Moore yesterday, He advised that in His opinion, the status of 4W is not likely to change. Relax! Age and treachery will overcome youth and skill Outbound mail checked by Norton Anti-Virus 2003 Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems

Re: [DX-CHAT] greylines etc

2003-03-16 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
I use Geoclock. It presents a graphic display of greyline, and shows sunrise/sunset for your location. Works well with 95/95/ME/XP At 03:00 PM 3/16/2003 +1000, Bill Horner VK4FW wrote: I have been using MINIPROP PLUS for many years... damn thing won't work using WIN XP but greta fro WIN

[DX-CHAT] S2 E3

2003-01-30 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Does anyone know the status of the fellow that was supposed to show up in S2 on 1/27/03? Also, is E3 in the same condx as KP5, VU4, etc? That is, currently unaccessible for political reasons. 73, Mike, W5UC age and treachery will overcome youth and skill Outgoing Mail Scanned by Norton

[DX-CHAT] The cesspool

2002-12-04 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
It became a cesspool of illegality right from the start and soon began its process of causing the general public to think of CB and ham radio as one and the same, since most people had no knowledge of the difference between the two. The advent of CB was the first giant step in the bastardization

[DX-CHAT] N6JV

2002-11-02 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Does anyone know or have a valid e-mail address for Norm Wilson, N6JV? I have [EMAIL PROTECTED], but that bounces. Thanks, Mike, W5UC Outgoing Mail Scanned by Norton Antivirus 2002 Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items

[DX-CHAT] Mumble Mumble

2002-10-28 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
If it were'nt for bad luck I'd have no luck at all. It looks like I worked a ZL7C pirate not once, but twice on 30 meters. Outgoing Mail Scanned by Norton Antivirus 2002 Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only,

[DX-CHAT] Thanks, Next Question

2002-10-07 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Thanks to all who responded about the FT-990. Apparently it is widely accepted. One additional question. The specs on this rig say Full and Semi break-in on CW. If VOX is NOT activated, will the keyer still key the transmitter? That is, can CW be operated in fully manual mode? Outgoing

[DX-CHAT] FT-990

2002-10-04 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Who in the group is using a FT-990 and how does the receiver perform in the pile-ups? Outgoing Mail Scanned by Norton Antivirus Subscribe/unsubscribe, feedback, FAQ, problems http://njdxa.org/dx-chat To post a message, DX related items only, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This is the DX-CHAT

Fwd: Re: [DX-CHAT] Speaking of DXCC...

2002-09-04 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
obtaining DXCC entity status for all the 600 or so Indian Reservations in the U.S. Fred, I think you should be forced to marry the ugliest squaw in the entire Indian nation for proposing such a thing! Remember, be careful what you wish for, you may get it. 73, Mike

[DX-CHAT] ZL9, Deletions, and other goodies

2002-08-25 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
Let me put your minds at ease, or in a state of turmoil, whichever fits. Here is the text of a note that I receiver yesterday from Bill Moore regarding deletions: Hi Mike: In order to be deleted it much meet certain criteria. See Section II rule 5 (Removal Criteria). In the past countries have

[DX-CHAT] VU4

2002-08-25 Thread Mike(W5UC) Kathy(K5MWH) Watson
It sounds like the most practical approach might be for some Indian national(s) to attempt to get a member or members of the Indian Military interested in Amateur Radio. That would likely eliminate the licensing problems, and possibly provide ongoing activity. As for instant gratification being