On 9/3/13, B J <va6...@gmail.com> wrote: > On 9/3/13, Clint Bradford <clintbra...@earthlink.net> wrote: >>>> ... As long as we have these self proclaimed Satellite Instructors >>>> neglecting >> the benefit of Full Duplex operation ... > > One thing I've noticed a few times on the linear birds is how some > stations operate as if they're still on HF. They sometimes call CQ > continuously without giving another station a chance to answer. > > Now, whenever I call CQ, I stop transmitting for several seconds. > That way, if anyone wants to answer will have a chance without us > talking over each other. > > 73s > > Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL > > <snip>
I should add that not all operators on HF are like that. Many are quite courteous but I've heard a number who won't let someone get a word in edgewise. Making a proper contact with them would be accidental. 73s Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
