Regarding how the RBN works: You will be re-spotted if you change frequency (more than about 0.1 kHz), or after 10 minutes.
Note that due to QRN/QRM/QSB, some Skimmers may not hear you the first time you call. For this type of testing, you might want to call several times in a row, on the same frequency. The RBN team suggests using the keyword TEST instead of CQ for this type of testing. For example: TEST TEST ZL2HAM ZL2HAM You will get the best results if you use the same WPM for all words (or use a keyer). Keep in mind that many RBN nodes, including mine, only listen on 80 and 160 during their local night -- so calling at different times may well result in different Skimmers hearing you. You might also consider using my ViewProp tool to help visualize Skimmer locations and spots. See http://zl2ham.wikispaces.com/ 73, Rick ZL2HAM -----Original Message----- From: Topband [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Jim GM Sent: Saturday, June 08, 2013 4:14 AM To: topband Subject: Re: Topband: My Turn For a Brain Pick - Sanity Check I think your too close to tell, or just coupling into every thing around there. Knowing you I am sure you have done every thing right. Try calling CQ during day light hours and see what signal strengths the Reverse beacons give you. http://www.reversebeacon.net/main.php Problem with doing this is the beacons may not re-spot you until your off the air for say 15 minutes or shift frequency. I do not know how they really tick. -- Jim K9TF All good topband ops know how to put up a beverage at night. _________________ Topband Reflector
