[IRCA] Results of WNJC 1360 DX Test

First report of the test arrived only minutes after it started. Bob Antoniuk of Clifton, NJ who logged not only WNJC, but also the WODI 1230khz test from Brookneal, VA (which stated at the same time) Both were pulled in on his stock Sony 2010. Other reports followed including Russ Johnson of L

[IRCA] QSL Changes for DX Tests

future tests. As I've stated many times, electronic QSL's, short notice DX tests, etc. are the future of our hobby. Obviously, we'll continue to honor US Postal Mail reports that are received along with an SASE from DX'ers who don't have access to electronic mail, but we woul

[IRCA] WODI 1230khz Brookneal, VA DX Test Results (SO FAR!)

guys! -Bob Antoniuk, Clifton NJ I managed to hear the Morse Code and Sweep tones of the WODI DX Test this week. So I am happy to report this as my 334th MW station logged. -Joe Miller, Troy, MI In downtown Toronto ON in the car. Didn't have to go too far mobile - in front of my house w

[IRCA] "BIG SKY" Montana DX Test Event, West Coast Version of the WNTP/WFIL Test & News from KEVA

reports to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please put "WODI DX Test" in the subject line. All standard mail reports should go to: Les Rayburn High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 *SASE Required for reply. Thanks to Dave Marthouse, N2AAM & Tony DeNicola, WA

[IRCA] Montana DX Test Update (KEIN 1310khz)

ds to favor the long path. Best of luck with the test! Steven Dow Owner ==== Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for maintenance. (205) 253-4867 ___

[IRCA] Best bets for upcoming Montana DX Test?

best bet of all...but they're not running code and sweeps the entire time. Any idea what KLCY and KGVO have for antennas, and how they perform DX wise? This state is near the top of my list of "most desired". Any help appreciated! 73, Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 C

Re: [IRCA] Montana DX Tests-Repost

pt Postal reports as a last resort. No DX'er with e-mail capability will be allowed to submit a Postal QSL request. Station would prefer to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette). Submit reports to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please put "Montana DX Test" in the subject l

[IRCA] WODI Test heard in Alabama!

After three weeks of trying, the WODI test made an appearance here in Alabama with considerable ease. Morse Code and Sweep tones were easy copy, well above the din--and even caught parts of a voice ID later that evening. Go figure! Glad to put this one into the log. Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA

[IRCA] WMRO 1560khz DX Test Update

maintenance, we may be able to get a limited test at daytime power levels. On a personal note, Scott's father has been seriously ill lately. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Also, don't forget WWNH 1340khz test coming up this weekend. Great chance to log a rare state!

[IRCA] Need help arranging DX Tests in SD & ND

ow. Love to get something set up for January, if possible. Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for maintenance. (205) 253-4867 ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-c

[IRCA] 5Khz to 6Khz Sweep Tones and/or Morse Code

nes at any frequency and have simply been reusing the ones created by Fred V. Can someone on the lists point me towards software that would meet these needs or offer suggestions? Also, what do the rest of you think of this technique? Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call an

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] WWNH 1340 Heard In California??

y for this test, but the many, many others that you've helped to arrange or personally conducted. DX'ers couldn't ask for a better friend "in the business". :) 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off

[IRCA] KERR 750 Joins "Big Sky DX Test", KRSN in NM, & Other DX Test News!

desired via e-mail (first choice) and snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette). Submit reports to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please put "WODI DX Test" in the subject line. All standard mail reports should go t

[IRCA] BTC DX TEST QSL Procedure

ten to the recordings, check the log times and descriptions against program content, etc. We've denied dozens of reception reports this season alone---how many CE's are taking that kind of time and trouble to protect the integrity of the QSL? Hope this helps everyone to better und

[IRCA] DX Test Results KEVA 1240 Evanston WY

he winners in the world, and I want a name when I lose"---so many of us went to bed disappointed this year. Among them were John Wilke of Greenfield, WI, Doug Pifer of Albany, OR, and your editor, Les Rayburn of Helena, AL. Bob Foxworth of Tampa, FL reported "not a peep" of the tes

[IRCA] WWNH 1340 Madbury NH DX Test Results (A New Record!)

o choice. Some folks tuned in late to try for the test, and missed any chance of hearing it because of this situation. Lesson learned: Get em while they're hot! :) Many found that this New England state will remain out of their logs for a bit longer, trying but failing to log the test. These in

Re: [IRCA] QSL COMMENT

, you'll be less critical of how other people handle them. This season we've been blessed with beautiful QSL card designed by Joe Miller. Any DX'er should be proud to receive one. And to my knowledge, all reports have been answered quickly and fairly. So why are folks still complaining?

[IRCA] KKGR 680khz added to the "Big Sky DX Test"

EMAIL PROTECTED] Please put "Montana DX Test" in the subject line. All standard mail reports should go to: Les Rayburn High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 Our thanks to the Kevin Redding & The ABDX E-Mail List, Ron Huckey, Michael Richard, Steve Dow, To

Re: [IRCA] QSL COMMENT

r not coming at all. Let's all try to remember that broadcasters owe their distant listeners nothing at all, and that any test or QSL is a gift. Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for maintenance. (205) 253-48

[IRCA] KNBR 680khz Potential Maintenace Period

x27;m also sending an e-mail to Ron Huckeby to see if KKGR 680khz in East Helena, MT might be willing to do a second DX test during this period. Cross your fingers! Big thank you to Mike Hawkins for this info! 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24

[IRCA] QSL Requests for Montana "Big Sky DX Test"

to waste answering both. If you have e-mail then use it. Hope this clears things up. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for maintenance. (205) 253-4867 ___ IRCA

[IRCA] KNBR 680khz Maintenance, DX Test Corrections, KBOI 670khz Silent Period

e not (yet) been able to verify this information, but I'd suggest being at the headphones tonight. Here is the original posting [Let's add this to the fun. KBOI 670 will be off this Wednesday morning 12:05am MST to ?am. Bill Frahm - Boise] 73 & Best of DX To all! Les Rayburn,

[IRCA] DX Podcasts

Can anyone tell me if the very fine DX Podcast is still being made available? Also if anyone has found other good radio related podcasts, I'd love to get a list of them. Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 205.824.8930 205.824.896

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Re: [AMFMTVDX] KBOI DX Test?

;d like..." Let's take it one step at a time, and see how it goes. If Bill agrees, I'll be happy to approach WSCR, and so on. But I'm not willing to put another year into setting up a major DX event right now. Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please c

Re: [IRCA] FCC info on tone testers

Several people have mentioned Kent Winrich and others who are posting on the "AF" list. Can someone provide more information on this e-mail list? Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 205.824.8930 205.824.8960 Fax 205.253.4867

[IRCA] 590-1020-1610khz Mystery Tone

the contractor could have then obtained authorization for the test via the NIST or other channels. The only difference that I can see between this STA request and what we're all hearing is the frequencies (1595-1605khz) vice 1610khz. Otherwise, it matches nearly perfectly. Kent, can you

[IRCA] 1610khz UNID Spanish Station

ely suspects? I haven't logged anything new on 1610khz in some time (with the exception of the mystery tone, of course) Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 205.824.8930 205.824.8960 Fax 205.253.48

Re: [IRCA] 1320-KYHN

Congratulations to all those who logged this new one. It would be great if folks would send news about stations on day power, or other unusual situations to the NRC DX Tip list, which goes to lots of dx'ers cell phones. Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suit

Re: [IRCA] Unusual TIS license in AL

No sign of these TIS's yet on either 530khz or 1650khz from Birmingham (about an hour north of Selma) Patrick can you provide a link to the license data? Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 205.824.8930 205.824.8960 Fax 205.253.4867 Cell

[IRCA] DX Engineering Updates

ctive horizontal antennas? I'm not affiliated with the company at all...just a happy customer. I've used their beverage antenna parts to construct several BOGS over the past three years, and been very pleased. 73, Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 11

[IRCA] Mystery Signal on 1020khz & 1610khz

AE Systems, the transmitter location was to be: Bowling Green, VA Lat: North 38 7 59 West 77 19 49 Until I hear something to the contrary, I think this explanation is the best one. Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off t

[IRCA] FEMA TIS in Selma, AL

khz. My contact there advised that they are testing right now on 1650khz, with no plans to operate on 530khz. I'll have to listen harder for them now, if I can null KWHN! If the test proves successful, we may all have more FEMA TIS's to listen for. 73, Les Rayburn, director High

Re: [IRCA] DX tests

new Morse Code material, sweep tones, etc...and we'll be happy to handle the QSL chores. Just let me know how things are going, and when we can set one up. Thanks again, 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air fo

[IRCA] Update on Montana DX Test Reports/QSL's

ort of the tests and send out QSL's until near Christmas, or possibly even into the new year. Rest assured that all reports will be answered. Please be patient. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for mai

[IRCA] Christmas Music Station on 680Khz?

Last night on the drive home, I monitored an all Christmas music station on 680khz. Got a partial ID only, "News, Talk, Sports, & More! The Great 680!" but no call letters. Is this Raleigh? Any other ideas? Thanks. Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite

[IRCA] Report on Montana "Big Sky" DX Test

Editor's Note: Nope, they were at 5KW. Your old editor made a typo on the original test announcement. But that signal was only feeding a very short 290 foot antenna!) -Pete Taylor Tacoma, WA KERR in here with C&W with good signal when able to rise above KXL and KOAL. If KEIN airs MOYL, I

[IRCA] Miami Herald Story--Possibly Related to Mystery Tone on 1020khz and 1610khz

ekend on 620khz part of that same test? As I recall, the 590khz test was scraped on short notice. Fun to speculate regardless. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for maintenance. (205) 253-4867 EMERGENC

[IRCA] WCTT-680khz Playing All Christmas Music

sic format. Also heard their usual ID, "The Great 68, WCTT" Hope this is helpful! 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF National Radio Club/IRCA =========== Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for mainten

[IRCA] Deed Restrictions and DXing

llbrook loop and it's small rotor. Perhaps on a tripod type mount in the middle of the small backyard. I'm wide open to suggestions--- 73, Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 205.824.8930 205.824.8960 Fax 205.253.4867 Cell http://www

Re: [IRCA] Deed Restrictions and DXing

immaculately cared for---doubt that a BOG would escape notice, nor could I dig to plant a "BUG". The yard itself is too small to install a BOG long enough. It measures about 40 feet by 55 feet. Tiny. Les Rayburn, director High Noon Film 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111 Birmingham, AL 35216 20

[IRCA] WNTP 990/WFIL 560 DX Test Results

py on the tests, followed quickly by your editor, Les Rayburn, in Helena, AL who easily copied both stations as well. I used my Icom 746Pro with an LF Engineering M-601 active antenna phased against a Wellbrooke loop. A Drake R8A and Quantum Loop proved to be the perfect combination for Robert Pote in Gr

[IRCA] WODI DX Test Report (In Progress Report as of December 2006)

re desired via e-mail (first choice) and snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette). Submit reports to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please put "WODI DX Test" in the subject line. All standard mail reports should go t

[IRCA] The DX Crystal Ball

e of the 21st century nears an end, it will be obvious that AM radio is doomed. By 2030, the entire slice of spectrum will be reassigned for other users. OTHER VIEWS === The thing about gazing into a crystal ball is that each person sees something different. What d

[IRCA] WODI 1230khz Brookneal, VA DX Test Update! West Coast Take Note!

mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette). Submit reports to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please put "WODI DX Test" in the subject line. All standard mail reports should go to: Les Rayburn High Noon Film 100 Centerview

[IRCA] WODI DX Test finished for the season

ow is a copy of an e-mail received from the station. If you received the test, but have not received a QSL card, please send MP3 or .WAV clips to me ASAP. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter will be off the air for maintenance.

[IRCA] "The Early Days of FM Radio"

ft too. *No financial connection the magazine. Just a subscriber and fan. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf Member WTFDA, IRCA, NRC. Former CPC Chairman for NRC & IRCA. Elad FDM-S2 SDR, AirSpy SDR2, SDRPlay RSP-2 Pro, Sony XDR-F1HD [XDR Guy Modified], Dennon

Re: [IRCA] KMTI 650 Manti UT

Joe, I’m right here, lurking—and trying to find time to reorganize my shack. Once completed, I hope to be more active in BCB DXing again. Can it really be 12 years since that DX Test? Wow—how time flies. Congratulations on the catch, and best of DX to you Joe. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121

Re: [IRCA] WION-1430-MI DX TEST heard on Cape Cod

Also heard easily here in Alabama, near Birmingham. We were hearing light “rockabilly” music throughout, but WION-140 test tones heard easily from approximately 0030 until just about TOH. Thanks for this rare treat!! So great to hear a DX Test again! 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park

Re: [IRCA] Live DX spotter / chat system *show of hands*

, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf Member WTFDA, IRCA, NRC. Former CPC Chairman for NRC & IRCA. Elad FDM-S2 SDR, AirSpy SDR2, SDRPlay RSP-2 Pro, Sony XDR-F1HD [XDR Guy Modified], Dennon TU-1500RD, Sangean HDT-1X, Ray Dees RDS Decoders, Korner 9.2 Antenna, FM-6 Ant

Re: [IRCA] Live DX spotter / chat system *show of hands*

Yes, but membership in Facebook is. Frankly, I prefer the idea of a stand-alone server and URL that was originally proposed. Nothing to sign up for, no ads, no people from high school, etc. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf Member WTFDA, IRCA, NRC. Former

Re: [IRCA] Live DX spotter / chat system *show of hands*

Rick, I tried this tonight and it worked like a champ, except no one was in the chatroom except for me. I called a friend, and had him join me. It worked fine—but he has no interest in MW DXing…so no joy. Who’s in? Let’s revive #MWDX…it’s a great resource! 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121

[IRCA] Pixel Technologies AM-2 Loop Reviews?

ould be AM Broadcast DXing, so performance on SW, ham bands, etc. is not a factor. In the interest of full disclosure, I already own a Wellbrook 1530, but I find it's performance to be only "so-so" for AM DX. Signal levels are generally low, even with the preamp. Opinions? -- -- 7

[IRCA] B-P-B-P Mystery station on 680 KHz

wo letter group repeating. Is 680 KHz allocated for radio location or beacon service anywhere in the world? Any help in solving the mystery would be appreciated. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeast

Re: [IRCA] [AMFMTVDX] KOA-850

take you to lunch or dinner and talk DXing! 73, Les N1LF Les Rayburn, Director High Noon Film 130 1st Avenue West Alabaster, AL 35007-8536 (205) 621-7500 (205) 621-7505 FAX (205) 253-4867 CELL http://www.highnoonfilm.com - This e-mail contains inform

Re: [IRCA] 1030 WONQ FL - huge signal

Loop with instructions for $100. Looking forward to getting back into AM DXing in a more serious way. Hope to get ALA-1500 up during Thanksgiving week. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeastern VHF Socie

[IRCA] Antenna Protection Rules Article

Great article on how the new Antenna Protection Rules will affect engineering considerations and the AM Band. Worth reading for any DX'er. http://www.tvtechnology.com/article/new-antenna-protection-rules-are-a-win-/222015 -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 E

[IRCA] Ultra-Light DX (2013 Information)

cking" a SONY SRF-T615 ultra-light, which seems to be a good performer, but I'd love to upgrade if there is something better out there. My primary interest is in domestic DXing, not TA's or TP's. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC

[IRCA] TECH: [ Mini-KAZ ]

10 foot vertical section? How would this affect the other element lengths? What about the matching transformer? My primary interest is in domestic DXing,with Western states being my primary targets. If it has a "K" callsign, then I'm interested in DXing it. Any and all suggestion

Re: [IRCA] WKAL-1450 DX test

could not be heard at all, though I sure tried. Love logging TIS, beacons, pirates, and other "odd ball" stations on MW. I've even got five "Talking House" transmitters in my log on 1610. One was in Cullman, AL about 40 miles from here! Thanks for all involved with t

[IRCA] IBOC/HD on AM [ FIRST TIME LISTENING EXPERIENCE FROM A DX'er ]

k "HD-Radio" would appeal to me. The sound is much clearer, and the noise from powerlines, auto impulse noise, etc. virtually disappears. That being said, it seems that the technology has failed to achieve critical mass in the marketplace. But I can finally see and hear why so many p

[IRCA] Pixel Technologies AM-2 Antenna Reviews?

quot;...but is supposed to be optimized for AM reception. Amazon.com has this antenna available for around $200. I'm curious how it performs, and compares to similar loops like the Wellbrook ALA-1530. Thoughts? -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #

[IRCA] WCIT 940 KHZ DX Test On! Easy copy in Central Alabama

WCIT heard with slow Morse Code ID at about 5 WPM followed by sweep tones here in Central Alabama! New one for me! Thanks for the test, and go get 'em Boys! -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeaster

[IRCA] Timed Recordings using the SDR-IQ Receiver

g in one piece of software, but can run multiple pieces of software if needed. I hope other DX'ers will take the time to share their recommendations. Also interested in hearing how other SDR users handle the logistics of managing the data, and making time to review it. Thanks in advance!

Re: [IRCA] Timed Recordings using the SDR-IQ Receiver

justify purchasing the Perseus when I think the bandwidth of the SDR-IQ is more than I can handle. Les Rayburn, Director High Noon Film 130 1st Avenue West Alabaster, AL 35007-8536 (205) 621-7500 (205) 621-7505 FAX (205) 253-4867 CELL http://www.highnoonfilm.com --

Re: [IRCA] Timed Recordings using the SDR-IQ Receiver

uring band openings or unusual events. Excellent point, and one of the best arguments I've heard for why I need to upgrade. Care to explain it to my XYL!? :-) Thanks & 73, Les Rayburn, Director High Noon Film 130 1st Avenue West Alabaster, AL 35007-8536 (205) 621-7500 (205) 621-7505 FAX

Re: [IRCA] Timed Recordings using the SDR-IQ Receiver

uring the day, that would only waste hard drive space--and be more difficult to manage. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF The timer function it has allows you to start recording at any time, for a selected number of minutes and to repeat at a selected number of minutes. So you could start at a set time, r

Re: [IRCA] Timed Recordings using the SDR-IQ Receiver

d to looking at screenshots, but it's clear that the scheduler is much more robust than the basic functions offered by SpectraVue. Going to try it when I get home, and will report back. 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF On 12/17/2013 11:27 AM, Chuck Hutton wrote: P.S. The timed recordings hav

Re: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend Larry Lujak

e air, and he'll be missed here on earth. Hope the ether treats you kindly, Larry! 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF On 12/19/2013 11:31 AM, amd...@core.com wrote: Chicago lost a radio legend yesterday with the passing of Radio Hall of Famer, Superjock Larry Lujak. His is noted for his famous Anim

[IRCA] AM Daytime Band Scan

M band of the future will feature more foreign language programming, more religious content, and hopefully, more local content--especially in small communities. I hope today's band scan is a preview of more to come. Music on AM! Wow! -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35

[IRCA] Mounting the ALA-1530+ Loop Antenna

ons appreciated. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeastern VHF Society Central States VHF Society Life Member Six Club #2484 Active on 6 Meters thru 1296, 10GHz & Light _

Re: [IRCA] Mounting the ALA-1530+ Loop Antenna

North American DX'ers are keenly interested in hearing about the latest version of this fantastic antenna! 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Les Rayburn, Director High Noon Film 130 1st Avenue West Alabaster, AL 35007-8536 (205) 621-7500 (205) 621-7505 FAX (205) 253-4867 CELL http://www.highno

[IRCA] Reviewing SDR DX

h unusual conditions to record TOH ID periods only, or even simply recording for a week in mid-winter, then taking my sweet time to review them during the summer. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeaster

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Reviewing SDR DX

ony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15'; Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010 w/whip -------- On Sat, 1/11/14, Les Rayburn wrote: Subject: [NRC-AM] Reviewing SDR DX To: "a...@nrcdxas.org" , "irca@hard-core-dx.com" Date: Saturday,

[IRCA] Free downloads of Popular Communications Final Issues

ue to download. Nice gesture on their part. http://www.popular-communications.com/ -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeastern VHF Society Central States VHF Society Life Member Six Club #2484 Active on 6 Meters

[IRCA] Reviewing SDR Recordings & Western DX Questions

Western US stations, I assume that sunset is going to be the most productive for me, correct? Any other tips on how to improve my chances of logging new Western domestics from here in Alabama? -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38

Re: [IRCA] 2013 - The Year In Review

ort. I've also put more work into modifying some portable radios for DXing, and learning to work within the limitations of the in-dash receiver on my Dodge Ram pickup. With less than 1,000 stations in the log, new ones are still pretty easy to come by. Time is my biggest enemy. -- -- 73, Le

[IRCA] Top Ten SSS DX Targets from Mid-South

eciate opinions on which stations would make your "Top Ten" list of reliable SSS targets? Any help greatly appreciated. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeastern VHF Society Central States VHF Society Li

[IRCA] Sunset Skip (SSS) Top Ten Targets

pricing, etc. Content really stood out from the usual fare. Thanks Earl! -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeastern VHF Society Central States VHF Society Life Member Six Club #2484 Active o

Re: [IRCA] CKLW

//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essex_County,_Ontario> in Ontario <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ontario>, Canada <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada>, with a mix of local and syndicated programs, including some programs from the United States <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Sta

[IRCA] Sunset Skip (SSS) Top Ten Targets-Good Western Conditions

tations at that time (working on a proposal for the office) A bit later, KSL had faded out completely to be replaced by the usual mix of nearer stations. I'd like to better understand the mechanisms associated with Western propagation. Anyone care to share their experiences? -- -- 73

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Sunset Skip (SSS) Top Ten Targets-Good Western Conditions

. Anyone have suggestions for the best chance to log the state of Idaho? -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF Engineering Active Whips, Quantum Phaser, Kiwa Loop

[IRCA] AM Stereo Stations Still Transmitting

Is anyone aware of an up-to date listing of stations that continue to broadcast in AM Stereo (C-Quam) format? -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF Enginee

[IRCA] FCC Must Get Back into the Inspection Business

am transceivers, which used to incorporate DC supplies now rely on external DC supplies entirely. It reduces the overall cost and size of the product, but the trade off is a lot more interference. The device can be FCC certified, but often the switching power supply is not included in that evalu

Re: [IRCA] AM stereo

uot; stations that really serve the local community. That's what made AM radio great. Thanks so much! 73, Les Rayburn, Director High Noon Film 130 1st Avenue West Alabaster, AL 35007-8536 (205) 621-7500 (205) 621-7505 FAX (205) 253-4867 CELL http://www.highnoonfilm.com -

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] 1640 Oregon!

awesome from here. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF Engineering Active Whips, Quantum Phaser, Kiwa Loop, Palstar MW Pre-Selector On 1/17/2014 1:1

[IRCA] TA DXing from Southeast

s? 3.) Best time of day to start looking for them? 4.) Optimum mode and bandwidth to look using an SDR-IQ? Any other advice for someone brand-new to the effort? -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-I

Re: [IRCA] DX Test Scheduled

Thanks to both Bob Souza at KCKM and Paul Walker for arranging this test! Paul has done a tremendous job in arranging tests that benefit the entire hobby, and we're all grateful for his efforts. Looking forward to this one. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC,

[IRCA] Array Solutions SAL-30

s and homeowners association. I'm curious if any AM DX'ers are using this antenna, and how it has performed. See the link below for more information. http://www.arraysolutions.com/Products/sal_array.htm -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave D

Re: [IRCA] Array Solutions SAL-30

y small back yard in general. Any suggestions welcome. Thank you for sharing your expertise. Very helpful to a newcomer. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF

[IRCA] Perseus New Owner

What software do experienced DX'ers recommend using with the receiver? What's the best way to do I/Q recordings? Is there a way to program the software to just record TOH ID's overnight? Any advice appreciated. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, &am

[IRCA] Tunable Active Whips

high "Q"...tuning peaks are not sharp, and gain is low. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF Engineering Active Whips, Quantum Phaser, Kiwa Loop, Palstar

[IRCA] SDR-Console and the Perseus SDR Volume Levels

rseus! One other question--how much bandwidth can the Perseus record in I/O mode? I've seen some sites that say it's limited to 800 KHz, others say 1600 KHz, and others 2 MHz. My understanding is that it would cover the entire AM band, which would be 1710 KHz (1.7 MHz) -- 73, Le

Re: [IRCA] SDR-Console and the Perseus SDR Volume Levels

Don, I was advised that if you lowered the sampling rate to 950, the Perseus could record 1750 KHz worth of bandwidth (the entire AM band). Have you tried that? I assume quality might suffer a bit, but that might be offset by the ability to record the entire band. Les Rayburn, Director

Re: [IRCA] SDR-Console and the Perseus SDR Volume Levels

ions, and playback on other software platforms. Thanks for the advice. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF Engineering Active Whips, Quantum Phaser, Kiwa Loop,

[IRCA] Daytime DX

ytime hours? Best catch? Tips and/or equipment advice for daytime DXing? My noise levels here in suburbia are actually lower in the daytime than at night unless I want to stay up well past midnight. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle Former CPC

[IRCA] ZNS3 810 KHz Freeport, Bahamas

Conditions to the South must be improved the last couple of night. ZNS3 810 KHz an easy log here tonight around 9:45 PM Central time on the car radio. Heard Calypso style music, followed by local ad for Freeport business. New one here. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC

[IRCA] Gray Line Software

ss or light. 3.) Domestically, I'd like a map that shows which areas are operating under sunrise or sunset authorizations. In other words, one that will do the calculations for me. Does such a tool exist? -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Cir

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Gray Line Software

Russ, I use Geoclock, but it does not provide a view that accounts for the tilt of the earth or if it does, I'm looking at the wrong map. Les Rayburn, Director High Noon Film 130 1st Avenue West Alabaster, AL 35007-8536 (205) 621-7500 (205) 621-7505 FAX (205) 253-4867 CELL

[IRCA] Was Gray Line Software-- Now SSS DX

What I'm looking for is software that might aid in determining how much of an opportunity exists on a given day for these types of loggings. Does that make more sense? I'm sure that more experienced DX'ers can just do this in their heads--but it's hard for me to visualize.

Re: [IRCA] Was Gray Line Software-- Now SSS DX

tuff I can find reference "the good ole days" before stations operated as they do today. All of them mention sign-offs and sign-ons, etc. Remember those? Me too, but trying to make sense of the history lesson only adds to my confusion. -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63 Me

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