from:"Brandon"

1390 WSPO Engineer has confirmed tonight's DX Test is a go!

*1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test*

*Time/Date:* 0500-0600 UTC, November 10, 2014
 EST: Midnight - 1 AM, November 10, 2014
 CST: 11 PM - Midnight, November 9, 2014
 MST: 10 - 11 PM, November 9, 2014
 PST: 9 - 10 PM, November 9, 2014

*Mode of Operation:* 5 kW, daytime NDA non-directional pattern. The test
will consist of distinctive audio clips, morse code and sweep tones.

*QSL Information:* The station has requested that the IRCA/NRC DX Test team
handle reception reports for this DX Test. All reception reports must
include verifiable details.  Snail mail reports with return postage for a
paper QSL should be mailed to:

IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
WSPO DX Test
c/o Brandon Jordan
PO Box 338
Rossville, TN 38066

Email reports for an eQSL, recordings and comments can be submitted to
amdxtests[at]gmail[dot]com.

*Credits:* Many thanks to JD Stephens of Hampton Cove, AL for arranging the
test, Paul Walker, Jr. of Redding, CA for audio engineering assistance and
WSPO Engineer Bruce Roberts, KI4YST, for making this test possible!

73,
Brandon Jordan
IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
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Re: [IRCA] 1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test imminent

Audible here in western TN under/equal presumed WHMA Anniston with
code/tones/phone signal, Price is Right theme.

On Sun, Nov 9, 2014 at 5:50 PM, Brandon Jordan  wrote:

> 1390 WSPO Engineer has confirmed tonight's DX Test is a go!
>
> *1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test*
>
> *Time/Date:* 0500-0600 UTC, November 10, 2014
>  EST: Midnight - 1 AM, November 10, 2014
>  CST: 11 PM - Midnight, November 9, 2014
>  MST: 10 - 11 PM, November 9, 2014
>  PST: 9 - 10 PM, November 9, 2014
>
> *Mode of Operation:* 5 kW, daytime NDA non-directional pattern. The test
> will consist of distinctive audio clips, morse code and sweep tones.
>
> *QSL Information:* The station has requested that the IRCA/NRC DX Test
> team handle reception reports for this DX Test. All reception reports must
> include verifiable details.  Snail mail reports with return postage for a
> paper QSL should be mailed to:
>
> IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
> WSPO DX Test
> c/o Brandon Jordan
> PO Box 338
> Rossville, TN 38066
>
> Email reports for an eQSL, recordings and comments can be submitted to
> amdxtests[at]gmail[dot]com.
>
> *Credits:* Many thanks to JD Stephens of Hampton Cove, AL for arranging
> the test, Paul Walker, Jr. of Redding, CA for audio engineering assistance
> and WSPO Engineer Bruce Roberts, KI4YST, for making this test possible!
>
> 73,
> Brandon Jordan
> IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
>
>
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Re: [IRCA] 1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test imminent

Noting reports in the various forums, the DX Test was heard in:

Clarendon, NY
Joliet, IL
New Jersey
Alcoa, TN
Rossville, TN
Central Iowa
Palm Coast, FL
Clifton, NJ
Toronto, Canada
NE Lancaster County, PA
Seaside, OR
Maylene, AL
Akron, OH
Macomb, IL
Ridgeville, SC
Woodbury, MN
Hilton Head Island, SC
Omaha, NE


On Sun, Nov 9, 2014 at 5:50 PM, Brandon Jordan  wrote:

> 1390 WSPO Engineer has confirmed tonight's DX Test is a go!
>
> *1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test*
>
> *Time/Date:* 0500-0600 UTC, November 10, 2014
>  EST: Midnight - 1 AM, November 10, 2014
>  CST: 11 PM - Midnight, November 9, 2014
>  MST: 10 - 11 PM, November 9, 2014
>  PST: 9 - 10 PM, November 9, 2014
>
> *Mode of Operation:* 5 kW, daytime NDA non-directional pattern. The test
> will consist of distinctive audio clips, morse code and sweep tones.
>
> *QSL Information:* The station has requested that the IRCA/NRC DX Test
> team handle reception reports for this DX Test. All reception reports must
> include verifiable details.  Snail mail reports with return postage for a
> paper QSL should be mailed to:
>
> IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
> WSPO DX Test
> c/o Brandon Jordan
> PO Box 338
> Rossville, TN 38066
>
> Email reports for an eQSL, recordings and comments can be submitted to
> amdxtests[at]gmail[dot]com.
>
> *Credits:* Many thanks to JD Stephens of Hampton Cove, AL for arranging
> the test, Paul Walker, Jr. of Redding, CA for audio engineering assistance
> and WSPO Engineer Bruce Roberts, KI4YST, for making this test possible!
>
> 73,
> Brandon Jordan
> IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
>
>
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Re: [IRCA] unid UC gospel on 1390

(Presumed) WHMA Anniston, AL was definitely playing UC GOS during and after
the test and was generally dominant here.

On Mon, Nov 10, 2014 at 12:09 AM, William Dvorak  wrote:

> WGRB was not carrying UC:GOS during the WSPO DX test. Instead they were
> playing an infomercial. They were playing it when I was setting up for the
> test at about 2345 ELT and then repeated the same program at  and 0030.
> I think we in the Midwest caught a break, as hearing the code and tones
> would have been much harder to hear through the music. I got the test, but
> it was very faint. UC:GOS then started at 0100 ELT after the test was over.
> 73 Bill Dvorak Madison WI
>
> On Sun, Nov 9, 2014 at 11:59 PM, Rick Dau 
> wrote:
>
> > Pat, is there any way you can stream the signal from WGRB in Chicago to
> > compare that to what you're hearing?  That's a somewhat common station
> here
> > at night, and they've been UC gospel for ages, going back to when they
> were
> > WGCI.  73,Rick DauSouth Omaha, Nebraska
> >
> > > From: mwd...@webtv.net
> > > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com
> > > Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2014 21:56:35 -0800
> > > Subject: Re: [IRCA] WSPO DX Test
> > >
> > > WEGP was strong as well as "Bubba FM" (WXTC) at the time with C&W. Nice
> > vl from bother stations. The WSPO test is not nearly as strong and there
> > are a lot of stations on the freq too. I wish I could ID that UC Gospel.
> > >
> > > Patrick Martin
> > > Seaside OR
> > > KGED QSL Manager
> > >
> > > > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com
> > > > Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2014 21:52:08 -0800
> > > > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com
> > > > Subject: Re: [IRCA] WSPO DX Test
> > > >
> > > > WEGP is a helluva catch on the West coast as well. Ms
> > > >
> > > > Sent from my iPod
> > > >
> > > > > On Nov 9, 2014, at 9:49 PM, Patrick Martin 
> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > I got them under WXTC back in 1997 mixing with the WEGP ME test. A
> > nice vl..
> > > > >
> > > > > Patrick Martin
> > > > > Seaside OR
> > > > > KGED QSL Manager
> > > > >
> > > > >> From: martinfo...@cox.net
> > > > >> To: irca@hard-core-dx.com
> > > > >> Date: Sun, 9 Nov 2014 21:40:48 -0800
> > > > >> Subject: [IRCA] WSPO DX Test
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Not heard so far (9:40 PM PST), only Radio Nueva Vida in Long
> Beach.
> > > > >> Previously verified in the 1970's from Michigan when they were
> WCSC.
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Thanks for the test!!!
> > > > >>
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> > > > >> Mission Viejo CA
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Re: [IRCA] 1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test imminent

2014-11-10 Thread Brandon Jordan

Add the following:

Trondheim, Norway
Tulsa, OK
Springfield, MA
Austin, TX
Blairstown, NJ
State College, PA
Fairhope, AL
Foley, AL
Lynn, MA
Holley, NY

73,
Brandon Jordan
IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee


On Mon, Nov 10, 2014 at 12:14 AM, Brandon Jordan 
wrote:

> Noting reports in the various forums, the DX Test was heard in:
>
> Clarendon, NY
> Joliet, IL
> New Jersey
> Alcoa, TN
> Rossville, TN
> Central Iowa
> Palm Coast, FL
> Clifton, NJ
> Toronto, Canada
> NE Lancaster County, PA
> Seaside, OR
> Maylene, AL
> Akron, OH
> Macomb, IL
> Ridgeville, SC
> Woodbury, MN
> Hilton Head Island, SC
> Omaha, NE
>
>
> On Sun, Nov 9, 2014 at 5:50 PM, Brandon Jordan 
> wrote:
>
>> 1390 WSPO Engineer has confirmed tonight's DX Test is a go!
>>
>> *1390 WSPO Charleston, SC DX Test*
>>
>> *Time/Date:* 0500-0600 UTC, November 10, 2014
>>  EST: Midnight - 1 AM, November 10, 2014
>>  CST: 11 PM - Midnight, November 9, 2014
>>  MST: 10 - 11 PM, November 9, 2014
>>  PST: 9 - 10 PM, November 9, 2014
>>
>> *Mode of Operation:* 5 kW, daytime NDA non-directional pattern. The test
>> will consist of distinctive audio clips, morse code and sweep tones.
>>
>> *QSL Information:* The station has requested that the IRCA/NRC DX Test
>> team handle reception reports for this DX Test. All reception reports must
>> include verifiable details.  Snail mail reports with return postage for a
>> paper QSL should be mailed to:
>>
>> IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
>> WSPO DX Test
>> c/o Brandon Jordan
>> PO Box 338
>> Rossville, TN 38066
>>
>> Email reports for an eQSL, recordings and comments can be submitted to
>> amdxtests[at]gmail[dot]com.
>>
>> *Credits:* Many thanks to JD Stephens of Hampton Cove, AL for arranging
>> the test, Paul Walker, Jr. of Redding, CA for audio engineering assistance
>> and WSPO Engineer Bruce Roberts, KI4YST, for making this test possible!
>>
>> 73,
>> Brandon Jordan
>> IRCA/NRC DX Test Committee
>>
>>
>
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Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Fw: KKIM

2014-11-11 Thread Brandon Jordan

I've never got why DXers feel the need to police the bands.

He who is the last to holler hollers the loudest. Thanks?

73,
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On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 4:33 PM, Mark Durenberger 
wrote:

> Hello DX-ers who are happy with recent KKIM catches!
>
> Y'all know I'm the last guy who ever hollers "cheating" when I catch a
> tough one...but after looking at all the KKIM reception reports (and
> noticing my own recent reception of KKIM at S9-plus here in Minnesota) I
> sent a note to a friend of mine in Albuquerque who's conversant with
> activities in the market.
>
> Here's his reply:
>
> -Original Message- From:
> Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 1:40 PM
> To: 'Mark Durenberger'
> Subject: RE: KKIM
>
> Thanks, Mark !
>
> The General Manager at AGM which owns KKIM(AM) has gotten an email from
> the New Mexico Broadcasters Association suggesting he look into the
> stations' power reduction equipment and schedule. . .
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[IRCA] WSPO QSL Update

2014-11-22 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi folks. The snail mail reports are still coming in and I have been
working with the WSPO CE on the QSL for this test. I believe the QSL will
be of a similar format as the nice WCIT QSL from the test last season. Give
us a few more weeks to get it designed and printed. All e-mail-only reports
will receive a scan of the QSL.

We hope to have a another test to announce soon!

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[IRCA] WSPO DX Test QSLs

2014-12-15 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi folks. The QSLs for the WSPO test are out to WSPO CE Bruce tomorrow for
his signature. If everything works out, everyone should receive their QSLs
over the Holidays.

I have had a few nibbles regarding new tests, but no bites. If any of you
folks can reach out and arrange a test with one of your contacts, please
do. We'll handle the coordination and you will get full credit for
arranging!

-- 
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Re: [IRCA] Multiple Sound Cards for Recording

2015-01-23 Thread Brandon Jordan

I am using three Xonar U7's through the same hub with Windows 7 and not
having an issue. Each external USB sound card is given a different number
in Win 7 (2-Xonar U7, 4-Xonar U7 and 6-Xonar U7 in my case). On my old Win
XP machines I had issues using the same model sound cards, but this seems
to be resolved for me in Win 7.


On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 3:41 PM, Russ Edmunds  wrote:

> Those are even cheaper than the ones I'm using, which a Sabrent branded and
> go for $10 at MicroCenter
>
> http://www.microcenter.com/product/364947/3D_Audio_Sound_Card_USB_Adapter
>
> These don't have a line in input, but the mic in works just fine. In
> addition to a couple of higher end cards I had before discovering these, I
> have half a dozen total.
>
> I have TR Standard edition - I don't see anything in the Pro edition which
> would give me anything I need.
>
> But I have to question using these via a USB hub. I've used my higher end
> ones that way but I'd be concerned about running two or more identical
> cards through one. I don't know if that's a legitimate concern, or if I
> simply don't quite understand how those hubs work. I usually run other
> stuff like the keyboard or the USB power for my PL-310's through that to
> free up some of the USB ports on the desktop.
>
> Russ Edmunds
> 15 mi NW Phila
> Grid FN20id
> 
>
> AM: Modified Sony ICF2010's (2) barefoot w/whip
> FM: Yamaha T-80 & T-85, each w/ Conrad RDS Decoder;
> Onkyo T-450RDS; Tecsun PL-310 ( 2);
> modified Sony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15';
> Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010 w/whip
>
>
> On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 3:41 PM, Guy Atkins  wrote:
>
> > Russ, one approach for inexpensive, multiple sound cards would be to buy
> a
> > few of these basic, compact USB sound cards ("dongles"):
> >
> >
> >
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/USB-Port-5-1-Channel-Track-3D-Sound-Card-Speaker-Mic-Earphone-Audio-Adapter-New-/131280760663
> >
> > At barely over $1 each including shipping to the USA, it would be worth
> > buying a handful even if one or two were non-functional from the start.
> The
> > working sound cards could be plugged into a USB hub and would take up
> very
> > little room. Then you would route the audio cables from your radios into
> > the MIC input of the sound cards (set the input level carefully... you
> may
> > need attenuation).
> >
> > Total Recorder, especially the "Pro" version, is indeed a powerful
> > recording tool. I don't use my copy of the Pro much any more, since I am
> > typically recording with WAV files through SDR software. Total Recorder
> > Pro, though, is top-notch, along with its competitor RecAll Pro.
> >
> > The C. Crane Company's "CC Witness" recorder has gotten some attention
> > lately, but I think this recorder is over priced (unless you NEED to
> record
> > from the built-in AM/FM radio). I occasionally use a Tascam DR-1 MP3/WAV
> > recorder and like it a lot for stand-alone use. These sell used on Ebay
> for
> > $50-75 typically and are high quality prosumer units.
> >
> > 73,
> >
> > Guy Atkins
> > Puyallup, WA
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Re: [IRCA] Multiple Sound Cards for Recording

2015-01-23 Thread Brandon Jordan

I have all my audio cards (3 U7 and 4 SB Live) running under one soundcard
dedicated hub (a powered USB3 hub into a USB3 motherboard connection -
even though none of these are USB3 cards :). I don't thing you will have
any issues with a decent USB hub and TR.

On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 4:18 PM, Russ Edmunds  wrote:

> I used XP up until this past summer, when I upgraded to Win7. I didn't have
> problems with the Sabrent cards on either - I just had to label them
> differently within TR. My concern was specific to going thru a hub.
>
> Russ Edmunds
> 15 mi NW Phila
> Grid FN20id
> 
>
> AM: Modified Sony ICF2010's (2) barefoot w/whip
> FM: Yamaha T-80 & T-85, each w/ Conrad RDS Decoder;
> Onkyo T-450RDS; Tecsun PL-310 ( 2);
> modified Sony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15';
> Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010 w/whip
>
>
> On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 5:06 PM, Brandon Jordan 
> wrote:
>
> > I am using three Xonar U7's through the same hub with Windows 7 and not
> > having an issue. Each external USB sound card is given a different number
> > in Win 7 (2-Xonar U7, 4-Xonar U7 and 6-Xonar U7 in my case). On my old
> Win
> > XP machines I had issues using the same model sound cards, but this seems
> > to be resolved for me in Win 7.
> >
> >
> > On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 3:41 PM, Russ Edmunds  wrote:
> >
> > > Those are even cheaper than the ones I'm using, which a Sabrent branded
> > and
> > > go for $10 at MicroCenter
> > >
> > >
> >
> http://www.microcenter.com/product/364947/3D_Audio_Sound_Card_USB_Adapter
> > >
> > > These don't have a line in input, but the mic in works just fine. In
> > > addition to a couple of higher end cards I had before discovering
> these,
> > I
> > > have half a dozen total.
> > >
> > > I have TR Standard edition - I don't see anything in the Pro edition
> > which
> > > would give me anything I need.
> > >
> > > But I have to question using these via a USB hub. I've used my higher
> end
> > > ones that way but I'd be concerned about running two or more identical
> > > cards through one. I don't know if that's a legitimate concern, or if I
> > > simply don't quite understand how those hubs work. I usually run other
> > > stuff like the keyboard or the USB power for my PL-310's through that
> to
> > > free up some of the USB ports on the desktop.
> > >
> > > Russ Edmunds
> > > 15 mi NW Phila
> > > Grid FN20id
> > > 
> > >
> > > AM: Modified Sony ICF2010's (2) barefoot w/whip
> > > FM: Yamaha T-80 & T-85, each w/ Conrad RDS Decoder;
> > > Onkyo T-450RDS; Tecsun PL-310 ( 2);
> > > modified Sony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15';
> > > Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010 w/whip
> > >
> > >
> > > On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 3:41 PM, Guy Atkins  wrote:
> > >
> > > > Russ, one approach for inexpensive, multiple sound cards would be to
> > buy
> > > a
> > > > few of these basic, compact USB sound cards ("dongles"):
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/USB-Port-5-1-Channel-Track-3D-Sound-Card-Speaker-Mic-Earphone-Audio-Adapter-New-/131280760663
> > > >
> > > > At barely over $1 each including shipping to the USA, it would be
> worth
> > > > buying a handful even if one or two were non-functional from the
> start.
> > > The
> > > > working sound cards could be plugged into a USB hub and would take up
> > > very
> > > > little room. Then you would route the audio cables from your radios
> > into
> > > > the MIC input of the sound cards (set the input level carefully...
> you
> > > may
> > > > need attenuation).
> > > >
> > > > Total Recorder, especially the "Pro" version, is indeed a powerful
> > > > recording tool. I don't use my copy of the Pro much any more, since I
> > am
> > > > typically recording with WAV files through SDR software. Total
> Recorder
> > > > Pro, though, is top-notch, along with its competitor RecAll Pro.
> > > >
> > > > The C. Crane Company's "CC Witness" recorder has gotten some
> attention
> > > > lately, but I think this recorder is over priced (unless you NEED to
> > > record
> > > > from the built-in AM/FM radio). I occasionally use a Tascam DR-1
> &g

Re: [IRCA] Multiple Sound Cards for Recording

2015-01-23 Thread Brandon Jordan

Shouldn't, but who knows. I am surprised all my external cards work great
in a USB3 hub. The hubs I use are:

http://www.amazon.com/Plugable-SuperSpeed-Firmware-Backwards-Compatibility/dp/B008ZGKWQI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422055515&sr=8-2&keywords=plugable+usb+3+0

I have two of these, the second one hosts a G33DDC, G313e and SDR-IQ along
with 3 Anker USB3 HD caddys I use for SDR recording while keeping one port
left open for a USB thumb drive I keep log data on.

On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 4:55 PM, Russ Edmunds  wrote:

> The hub I have is a 2.0 - would that make a difference ?
>
> Russ Edmunds
> 15 mi NW Phila
> Grid FN20id
> 
>
> AM: Modified Sony ICF2010's (2) barefoot w/whip
> FM: Yamaha T-80 & T-85, each w/ Conrad RDS Decoder;
> Onkyo T-450RDS; Tecsun PL-310 ( 2);
> modified Sony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15';
> Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010 w/whip
>
>
> On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 5:34 PM, Brandon Jordan 
> wrote:
>
> > I have all my audio cards (3 U7 and 4 SB Live) running under one
> soundcard
> > dedicated hub (a powered USB3 hub into a USB3 motherboard connection -
> > even though none of these are USB3 cards :). I don't thing you will have
> > any issues with a decent USB hub and TR.
> >
> > On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 4:18 PM, Russ Edmunds  wrote:
> >
> > > I used XP up until this past summer, when I upgraded to Win7. I didn't
> > have
> > > problems with the Sabrent cards on either - I just had to label them
> > > differently within TR. My concern was specific to going thru a hub.
> > >
> > > Russ Edmunds
> > > 15 mi NW Phila
> > > Grid FN20id
> > > 
> > >
> > > AM: Modified Sony ICF2010's (2) barefoot w/whip
> > > FM: Yamaha T-80 & T-85, each w/ Conrad RDS Decoder;
> > > Onkyo T-450RDS; Tecsun PL-310 ( 2);
> > > modified Sony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15';
> > > Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010 w/whip
> > >
> > >
> > > On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 5:06 PM, Brandon Jordan 
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > > > I am using three Xonar U7's through the same hub with Windows 7 and
> not
> > > > having an issue. Each external USB sound card is given a different
> > number
> > > > in Win 7 (2-Xonar U7, 4-Xonar U7 and 6-Xonar U7 in my case). On my
> old
> > > Win
> > > > XP machines I had issues using the same model sound cards, but this
> > seems
> > > > to be resolved for me in Win 7.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > On Fri, Jan 23, 2015 at 3:41 PM, Russ Edmunds 
> > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > > Those are even cheaper than the ones I'm using, which a Sabrent
> > branded
> > > > and
> > > > > go for $10 at MicroCenter
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
> http://www.microcenter.com/product/364947/3D_Audio_Sound_Card_USB_Adapter
> > > > >
> > > > > These don't have a line in input, but the mic in works just fine.
> In
> > > > > addition to a couple of higher end cards I had before discovering
> > > these,
> > > > I
> > > > > have half a dozen total.
> > > > >
> > > > > I have TR Standard edition - I don't see anything in the Pro
> edition
> > > > which
> > > > > would give me anything I need.
> > > > >
> > > > > But I have to question using these via a USB hub. I've used my
> higher
> > > end
> > > > > ones that way but I'd be concerned about running two or more
> > identical
> > > > > cards through one. I don't know if that's a legitimate concern, or
> > if I
> > > > > simply don't quite understand how those hubs work. I usually run
> > other
> > > > > stuff like the keyboard or the USB power for my PL-310's through
> that
> > > to
> > > > > free up some of the USB ports on the desktop.
> > > > >
> > > > > Russ Edmunds
> > > > > 15 mi NW Phila
> > > > > Grid FN20id
> > > > > 
> > > > >
> > > > > AM: Modified Sony ICF2010's (2) barefoot w/whip
> > > > > FM: Yamaha T-80 & T-85, each w/ Conrad RDS Decoder;
> > > > > Onkyo T-450RDS; Tecsun PL-310 ( 2);
> > > > > modified Sony ICF2010 w/APS9B @ 15';
> > > > > Grundig G8 w/whip; modified Sony ICF2010

Re: [IRCA] Elad FDM-S2 and a Phaser [Latency Issues]

2015-02-25 Thread Brandon Jordan

I think Les may be saying he is having an issue with the audio latency of
the SDR hampering his efforts to get a perfect null during live listening.
I've not had this issue myself, but one solution could be to use an antenna
splitter so you could use a separate analogue receiver strictly for setting
nulls.

On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 10:55 AM, neilkaz  wrote:

> Les, forgive me as I don't quite understand exactly what you mean by
> latency. I will state that I have used both the Quantum Phaser and the
> Wellbrook Array Controller with my Perseus and the audio recorded and
> played back is EXACTLY the same as what I heard when listening to it live
> while phase adjusting a deep null.
>
> You refer issues getting deep nulls when playing back the audio? Again, I
> don't understand. You have to do your nulling prior to playback.
>
> 73 KAZ
>
> -Original Message-
> >From: Tim Tromp 
> >Sent: Feb 25, 2015 4:20 AM
> >To: IRCA Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America <
> irca@hard-core-dx.com>
> >Subject: Re: [IRCA] Elad FDM-S2 and a Phaser [Latency Issues]
> >
> >Les, I use a quantum phaser with my Perseus and have never noticed a
> >latency issue when making phaser adjustments, and I'm still using my old
> >MSI Wind netbook.  I'm curious to hear from others now.
> >
> >73,
> >-Tim
> > On Feb 25, 2015 4:13 AM, "Les Rayburn"  wrote:
> >
> >> I'd like to pair my Elad FDM-S2 SDR receiver with my Quantum Phaser,
> >> allowing me to null out local stations using two antennas. The problem
> that
> >> I'm having is that there is a certain amount of latency present in the
> >> playback of audio from the SDR, making it difficult to do the subtle
> >> adjustments that result in the deepest nulls.
> >>
> >> This problem isn't unique to the Elad. Had the same issues with my
> SDR-IQ,
> >> FunCube Pro, and Perseus SDR's as well. Despite running a very modern
> >> computer, with quad processors, plenty of RAM, etc. The latency just
> seems
> >> to be impossible to remove.
> >>
> >> For real-time listening or recording, it makes little difference...but
> >> it's a stumbling block when using a phaser. Just wondering if anyone has
> >> figured out how to work around this issue, or another solution.
> >>
> >> Advice more than welcome.
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> 73,
> >>
> >>
> >> Les Rayburn, N1LF
> >> Maylene, AL
> >> EM63
> >>
> >> Member NRC, IRCA, & Medium Wave DX Circle
> >> Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA
> >>
> >> Perseus SDR, SDR-IQ,Funcube Pro, Wellbrooke ALA-1530+ loop, LF
> Engineering
> >> Active Whips,
> >> Quantum Phaser, Kiwa Loop, Palstar MW Pre-Selector
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Re: [IRCA] Recording TOH ID's using Elad Software

2015-02-25 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi Guy. Thank you, I am taking another hard look at SDR Radio.

On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 10:18 PM, Guy Atkins  wrote:

> For SDR DXers faced with going through many gigabytes of recordings of the
> band, there are visual tools which can help spot interesting time &
> frequency segments of the recordings.
>
> For example, the Data File Analyzer tool in SDR-Radio Console V2
> <http://v2.sdr-radio.com/Home.aspx> (which supports Perseus among others)
> lets you visually scan large blocks of frequencies over time in your
> recordings. As you learn the colors and intensities of signals in your
> chosen color palette, you'll become familiar with the visual clues that
> equate to signals rising above the noise floor at an audible level. This
> applies particularly to DXers chasing overseas signals on split
> frequencies. I'm sure domestic DXers can make use of tools like the Data
> File Analyzer to assist uncovering interesting DX, but in my opinion it's
> the often-brief appearances of split frequency DX which make these tools
> worthwhile. Besides the color (signal strength) changes you can quickly
> identify in a time-vs-frequency plot, you can also easily see when split
> frequency traces (carriers) have appeared.
>
> Once you see something interesting at particular "place in time" (recorded
> frequency), you can click on the trace and listen to the audio at that
> point. Especially for the DXer looking for splits, you do NOT have to
> listen to *every* frequency on *every* time slot. Just look for sections of
> the plot where it appears propagation has allowed the DX to rise up to
> audible levels, based on the color and intensity. You can just ignore, if
> you want, the weaker colors & intensities that indicate carriers only.
>
> Here's a link for the manual for the Data File Analyzer in SDR-Radio
> Console V2 software:
> http://v2.sdr-radio.com/Portals/0/Download/SDR%20Data%20File%20Analyser.pdf
> <
> http://v2.sdr-radio.com/Portals/0/Download/SDR%20Data%20File%20Analyser.pdf
> >
>
> I'm aware of even more sophisticated visual analysis tools for the MW DXer
> in a privately-developed SDR program. Hopefully the MW DXer who uses SDR
> receivers will have more tools and utilities in the future to help them
> manage large amounts of recorded files. The bottom line is-- you don't have
> to plod through listening to *every* time slot and *every* frequency.
> Appropriate softwave can display an entire evening's worth of recordings in
> a visual format, ready for study and point-and-click listening to
> interesting portions.
>
> 73,
>
> Guy Atkins
> Puyallup, WA
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Re: [IRCA] Ecuador on 750

2015-02-28 Thread Brandon Jordan

I have been extremely jealous of Canadian reception of LA since I joined my
first club (NRC and NASWA) in 1976 and saw other folks logging's. :)

On Sat, Feb 28, 2015 at 4:26 PM, neilkaz  wrote:

> Very nice! Never logged Ecuador here in IL although 540 is a possibility.
> I wasn't living here back in the day when Ecuador had many splits.  73 KAZ
>
> -Original Message-
> >From: Sylvain Naud 
> >Sent: Feb 28, 2015 11:11 AM
> >To: International Radio Club of America ,
> m...@googlegroups.com
> >Subject: [IRCA] Ecuador on 750
> >
> >While DXing live on Thursday night at around 00:30 EST, I had a great
> >surprise when I heard HCRC2 Radio Caravana on 750 from Guayaquil,
> >Ecuador. From that moment, I began to record  a chunk of the band with
> >the Perseus hoping that it could later reveal more surprises on other
> >nearby channels. Surprisingly, after a quick review of the files, there
> >was nothing to cheer for. A few Cubans were observed here and there, but
> >not with authority as the band was largely dominated with domestics.
> >
> >What surprised me also was the absence of Venezuela on 750, which is
> >usually the dominant LA station here on that channel.
> >
> >_Clip# 1_: With the station alone on the frequency, promos including one
> >from the /Pollo Rojo/ restaurant, enumerating typical Ecuadorian dishes
> >from their menu like /Aguado de pollo /and /seco de pollo
> >/http://www.quebecdx.com/ecuador_hcrc2_750d.mp3
> >
> >_Clip# 2_: This time, a phone-in report with Radio Caravana mentions.
> >The clip begin with a mix of domestics with WSB among them then around
> >sec.30, there's a shift in the propagation path and this is where the 25
> >Kw Ecuadorian station retake the lead
> >http://www.quebecdx.com/ecuador_hcrc2_750c.mp3
> >
> >Even though this is a relog from 2012, I was very pleased to repeat the
> >experience :)
> >
> >A 5500Km/3400 miles haul ...
> >
> >Sylvain Naud
> >Portneuf, QC
> >www.quebecdx.com
> >Perseus + 350ft/105m Beverage NE-SW
> >
> >
> >
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Re: [IRCA] Ecuador on 750

2015-02-28 Thread Brandon Jordan

Also, shameless plug for my column. Please consider submitting your logs to
DXWW-East :)

On Sat, Feb 28, 2015 at 4:32 PM, Brandon Jordan 
wrote:

> I have been extremely jealous of Canadian reception of LA since I joined
> my first club (NRC and NASWA) in 1976 and saw other folks logging's. :)
>
> On Sat, Feb 28, 2015 at 4:26 PM, neilkaz  wrote:
>
>> Very nice! Never logged Ecuador here in IL although 540 is a possibility.
>> I wasn't living here back in the day when Ecuador had many splits.  73 KAZ
>>
>> -Original Message-
>> >From: Sylvain Naud 
>> >Sent: Feb 28, 2015 11:11 AM
>> >To: International Radio Club of America ,
>> m...@googlegroups.com
>> >Subject: [IRCA] Ecuador on 750
>> >
>> >While DXing live on Thursday night at around 00:30 EST, I had a great
>> >surprise when I heard HCRC2 Radio Caravana on 750 from Guayaquil,
>> >Ecuador. From that moment, I began to record  a chunk of the band with
>> >the Perseus hoping that it could later reveal more surprises on other
>> >nearby channels. Surprisingly, after a quick review of the files, there
>> >was nothing to cheer for. A few Cubans were observed here and there, but
>> >not with authority as the band was largely dominated with domestics.
>> >
>> >What surprised me also was the absence of Venezuela on 750, which is
>> >usually the dominant LA station here on that channel.
>> >
>> >_Clip# 1_: With the station alone on the frequency, promos including one
>> >from the /Pollo Rojo/ restaurant, enumerating typical Ecuadorian dishes
>> >from their menu like /Aguado de pollo /and /seco de pollo
>> >/http://www.quebecdx.com/ecuador_hcrc2_750d.mp3
>> >
>> >_Clip# 2_: This time, a phone-in report with Radio Caravana mentions.
>> >The clip begin with a mix of domestics with WSB among them then around
>> >sec.30, there's a shift in the propagation path and this is where the 25
>> >Kw Ecuadorian station retake the lead
>> >http://www.quebecdx.com/ecuador_hcrc2_750c.mp3
>> >
>> >Even though this is a relog from 2012, I was very pleased to repeat the
>> >experience :)
>> >
>> >A 5500Km/3400 miles haul ...
>> >
>> >Sylvain Naud
>> >Portneuf, QC
>> >www.quebecdx.com
>> >Perseus + 350ft/105m Beverage NE-SW
>> >
>> >
>> >
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[IRCA] Array Solutions SAL-30

2014-03-13 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi folks. I just finished up deploying an AS SAL-30 Shared Apex Loop and my
initial observations are that this is by far the best directional antenna
on that I have ever used. My experience with directional antennas over the
years range from small ferrite and wire loops, modest beverages, Wellbrook
K9AY/ALA10/ALA330/DKAZ,  phasing various antenna configurations with
Quantum, Connelly DXP5, and currently a DXE NCC-1 with phased active whips.

The SAL-30 is the best MW antenna that I have had the pleasure of using. On
almost every MW channel I can easily have two stations in the clear, and on
many it is no problem receiving 3 or 4 stations. The UNI directional mode
is amazing, with just the push of the Flip switch you generally find
another station totally dominant. I have found the controller with 8
direction switch to be extremely accurate, making it easy to determine
exactly which direction an UnID is arriving from. Another bonus that I
discovered last evening while experiencing quite a bit of lightning static,
when the pattern was pointed north and the static crashes were extremely
subdued to the point of not being an issue.

I have also found the performance up to the spec'd 8 mhz of this model to
be excellent. In these bands I can null some of the CODAR signals way down,
null utes, determine the direction of a weak signal, and significantly peak
a signal for best SNR. This afternoon I found that on many HF DX signals,
the directionality of this antenna was actually useful up to 15 mHz. On
many DX stations bothered by significant long-path echo, I could always
eliminate the LP component. On HF above 8 mHz, the directional pattern does
not appear to be very useful with strong domestic stations such as the
Tennessee SW broadcasters.

So far, I am extremely pleased with the performance of this antenna. I was
initially very concerned with the cost of the antenna vs performance but I
can now say this was money very well spent. One word of caution is
deploying the mast on the SAL-30. This is a task for 3 people minimum, and
on a totally windless day. With two folks we were able to get 8 of the mast
sections up, but had to wait a week to get a third person to help get that
last mast section put in.

If I can master video and youtube over the weekend, I will look at putting
up some MW specific audio/video.

73,
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Re: [IRCA] [DX-tip] KCKM Test

2014-03-21 Thread Brandon Jordan

Coming in very well here in western TN on the SAL-30 SE beam with sweep
tones, busy signal, morse, game show tunes, etc.

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On Sat, Mar 22, 2014 at 12:08 AM, DX E-mail  wrote:

> Coming in we'll here in N Alabama w/ CW and sweeps.
>
> 73
>
> J.D. Stephens
> dx-t...@att.net
>
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Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] DX Test Material

2014-03-22 Thread Brandon Jordan

Guys, all of these are well known and tested DX Test materials used countless 
times. Nothing new here. ;)

> On Mar 22, 2014, at 9:28 PM, Niel Wolfish  wrote:
> 
> I think using "The Price is Right" theme was a great idea.  It certainly 
> stuck out like a sore thumb.  
>  I notice that somebody on 1330 
> was playing E.L.O.'s "Evil Woman" at 0515 UTC (12:15 a.m. Central/1:15 a.m. 
> Eastern).  I'm sure others heard that.  I am wondering if anybody knows if 
> that was WSPQ or another station? 
> 
> Niel Wolfish
> Toronto, Ontario 
> 
> 
> On Saturday, March 22, 2014 7:08:47 PM, Chernos Saul  
> wrote:
> I concur with Les' observations about what works best as content in a DX 
> test. I wowuld add that I still think there should be music and other of the 
> usual content - or unusual content. It's more interesting when tests vary in 
> content, and also there's some element of challenge. I look forward to going 
> through my recording to see if I've caught any of the music or any voice 
> announcements, because catching this more difficult content would be neat in 
> and of itself. I think it's awesome the test made it to Europe. This is a 
> perfect example of a test done perfectly. Lots of lead notice time. It came 
> off exactly as planned. And the content was meticulously and thoughtfully put 
> together. Paul Walker and Bob Souza get an A++ IMO.
> 
> The only thing that sent a very slight jitter down my spine was that it 
> seemed to start a couple of minutes late. That's when I went online to the 
> webstream, and when I heard music my heart sank for a second. But within a 
> moment or two the sweeps were happening. In retrospect, I really like this - 
> I don't think a test should completely come off as expected or predicted by 
> DXers. Each should have its own unique fingerprint, because it's more fun and 
> challenging that way and because it makes it more QSLable and verifiable. So 
> the late start by a couple minutes was IMP a strong positive. Yeah, I know 
> any one of us can tune in on the web and hear it, if there's a live stream. 
> But it's harder for the tiny few in our midst who report what they haven't 
> legitimately heard to falsify an actual distant recording (though of course I 
> can think of multiple ways it can be done by someone so determined).
> 
> I'm still reeling from how far this one got out...
> 
> Saul Chernos
> Burnt River ON
> 
> > Date: Sat, 22 Mar 2014 11:46:49 -0500
> > From: l...@highnoonfilm.com
> > To: a...@nrcdxas.org; irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@yahoogroups.com
> > Subject: [NRC-AM] DX Test Material
> > 
> > Last night's very successful KCKM test only reinforces the importance of 
> > using the proper test material programming. In the early 2000's, we need 
> > a double blind experiment to determine what material worked the best in 
> > cutting through the noise of a cluttered channel at various signal levels.
> > 
> > Hands down, the clear winner were the sweep tones used in last night's 
> > KCKM test. These were followed by the "Off-Hook telephone sound", "slide 
> > whistle", and finally Morse Code at around 900-1000 Hz. This was true at 
> > all signal levels, but especially at the weakest levels.
> > 
> > Some material that did not test well:
> > 
> > 1.) Christmas Music
> > 2.) Voice announcements with either male or female voice.
> > 3.) Marching Band Music
> > 4.) Classical Music
> > 5.) Sound effects like roosters, bells, etc.
> > 
> > One musical source that scored higher than any other were TV show theme 
> > songs. I think this is due to the fact that they stand out from other 
> > clutter, and are recognizable patterns to our brains. Some stations just 
> > are not willing to run only "Sweeps & Codes" for extended times, and TV 
> > theme songs make a good alternative. But to the extent possible, a 
> > scientific test and lots of on-air experience proves that nothing beats 
> > sweep tones if a station wants to be heard.
> > 
> > While I've retired from CPC duties for now, I'm happy to provide the 
> > material for DX Tests. In fact you can download them yourself at:
> > 
> > http://www.highnoonfilmclient.com/AMCPC/
> > 
> > The sweep tones and other sound effects are in a ZIP file, and the 
> > WinMorse software (Freeware) is also mirrored here. It makes it easy to 
> > convert text files into Morse Code .WAV files. Follow Paul Walker's 
> > example, and ask your local station about doing a test today.
> > -- 
> > 73,
> > 
> > Les Rayburn, N1LF
> > Maylene, AL
> > EM63
> > 
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Re: [IRCA] [DX-tip] KCKM Test

2014-03-23 Thread Brandon Jordan

Meant the SW beam :) Past my bed time..


> On Mar 22, 2014, at 12:15 AM, Brandon Jordan  wrote:
> 
> Coming in very well here in western TN on the SAL-30 SE beam with sweep 
> tones, busy signal, morse, game show tunes, etc.

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[IRCA] WWXL DX Test

2014-03-29 Thread Brandon Jordan

WWXL-1450 DX test being heard here in western TN. Non-stop code since 0330
tune in. Best signal is tuning to 1449 or 1451 in CW mode.

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[IRCA] Array Solutions Shared Apex Loop

2014-04-08 Thread Brandon Jordan

I recently reported about the exceptional performance I have experienced
with the AS-SAL-30 loop. I recently deployed an AL-SAL-12 loop and have had
a week to do some comparisons between them on MW.

First of all, comparatively speaking the AS-SAL-30 takes a lot of real
estate. Erecting the mast takes a minimum of 3 people, and took me 2 weeks
to get the manpower assembled for deploying  last mast section. The
AS-SAL-12 can be deployed by one person in a small backyard lot.

After a week of A/B comparison from my QTH outside of Memphis, TN,and  as
can be expected I can report that the SAL-30 is by and far the better MW
performer. The SAL in general totally outperforms all loops or phased
verticals that I have at my disposal at all frequencies below 15 mhz.

I am a LF/MF/HF DXer, and deployed the SAL-12 for better 8 mHz+ directional
performance and for that purpose it is fantastic. For 15 mHz+ I have found
that the DX Engineering Phased Vertical Array has better performance so am
contemplating converting the SAL-12 to a SAL-20, which is reported to have
a good directional pattern to 15 mHz.

My recommendation for a MW DXer is to only deploy a SAL-12 if you do not
have the real estate for a SAL-20. If you are a LF/MF/HF DXer, the SAL-20
is the best option. If you are a LF/MF DXer and have the room, you simply
cannot go wrong with the SAL-30. It is the best antenna I have used for LF
to 8 mHz. BUT, the SAL-12 will out perform any small antenna,
antenna/phaser combo or K9AY that I have experienced.

73,
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[IRCA] WABC 770 transmitter anomoly

2014-07-10 Thread Brandon Jordan

I am not sure if this is already well known or not, but WABC appears to be
dealing with a transmitter issue as viewed on an overnight waterfall
spectrum capture of 770 kHz from July 7-8. I have an image posted on my
blog at www.swldx.us/blog/?p=1294

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[IRCA] WABC AM 770 kHz transmitter issue

2014-07-23 Thread Brandon Jordan

I am not sure if this is already well known, but WABC appears to be dealing 
with a transmitter issue as viewed on an overnight waterfall spectrum capture 
of 770 kHz from July 7-8. I have an image posted on my blog at 
www.swldx.us/blog/?p=1294

73,
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[IRCA] TA signals into western TN this evening

2014-08-06 Thread Brandon Jordan

A decent high band TA opening during 0230-0300 UT here in western
Tennessee, audio heard on 1089 Talksport, 1206 France Info, 1215 Absolute
Radio, 1521 BSKSA and many channels with decent carriers. Nothing noted
below 1000 kHz.

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[IRCA] Brandon's SDR Gleanings 22-OCT-15

2015-10-22 Thread Brandon Jordan

Gleanings from 1200 UTC recording, SAL-30 pointing SW.

** MEXICO
580XEMU, Piedras Negras, Coah. 22 OCT 1159 – top of hour “La Rancherita
del Aire” ID’s into news.
660XEFZ  Monterrey, NL. 22 OCT 1159 – English rock song, XEFZ and “ABC
Radio” ID’s at 1201, back to music.
720XEJCC, Ciudad Juárez, Chih. OCT 22 1200 – Mexican NA at the top of
the hour under KSAH, but strengthening enough to catch full ID at 1204
mentioning Grupo Radio Mexico.
830XETLX, Tlaxiaco, Oax. OCT 22 1159 – latin music, male with “ en el
carro, en la casa, o en el trabajo escuchas La Poderosa ocho treinta” at
top of hour, back to music. Excellent at the top of the hour.
1050XEG, Monterrey, NL. OCT 22 1200 – “La Rancherita de Monterrey
presenta”. Excellent.

-- 
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Re: [IRCA] [dxld] Re: [badx] Audio capture (was: A useful smartphone app for DX'ers)

2015-12-07 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi Mark. I also use SDR -> Total Recorder for all of my DX recordings.
Do you have any particular reason for using MP3 48kb/24 kHz mono for
your recordings? I have been using MP3 32kb/22.050 kHz mono and am
curious if this isn't optimum.

-- 
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[IRCA] DX Test: 600 WBOB Jacksonville, FL

2016-01-02 Thread Brandon Jordan

*600 WBOB Jacksonville, FL DX Test*

*Time/Date*: 0600-0900 UTC, Saturday, January 10, 2016
*EST:* Midnight - 3 AM, January 10, 2016
*CST:* 11 PM - 2 AM, January 9/10, 2016
*MST*: 10 - 1 AM, January 9/10, 2016
*PST:* 9 - Midnight, January 9, 2016

*Mode of Operation:*  Daytime antenna pattern, with power possibly up to 35
kw. Equipment performance during the test will dictate the maximum
transmitter power to be used.  The test will include morse code, sweep
tones, big band & orchestral music, and selected program audio.

*QSL Information:* Reception reports are only accepted via e-mail, and can
be submitted to jerry [at] jerrysmith [dot] net.  Correct reports will be
answered with an e-QSL by Station Engineer Jerry Smith.

*Credits:* Many thanks to J.D. Stephens of Hampton Cove, AL for arranging
the test and WBOB Engineer Jerry Smith for making this test possible!
Please share the details of this DX Test with your contacts.

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[IRCA] DX Test: 600 WBOB Jacksonville, FL [Corrected]

2016-01-04 Thread Brandon Jordan

*600 WBOB Jacksonville, FL DX Test*

*Time/Date:* 0500-0800 UTC, Sunday, January 10, 2016
*EST*: Midnight - 3 AM, January 10, 2016
*CST*: 11 PM - 2 AM, January 9/10, 2016
*MST*: 10 - 1 AM, January 9/10, 2016
*PST*:  9 - Midnight, January 9, 2016

*Mode of Operation*:  Daytime antenna pattern, with power  possibly up to
35 kw. Equipment performance during the test  will dictate the maximum
transmitter power to be used.  The test will include morse code, sweep
tones, big band  & orchestral music, and selected program audio.

*QSL Information*: Reception reports are only accepted  via  e-mail, and
can be submitted to jerry [at] jerrysmith  [dot]  net.  Correct reports
will be answered with an e-QSL  by  Station Engineer Jerry Smith.

*Credits*: Many thanks to J.D. Stephens of Hampton  Cove, AL  for arranging
the test and WBOB Engineer Jerry Smith  for  making this test possible!
Please share the details of  this  DX Test with your contacts.

73,
Brandon Jordan
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[IRCA] WBOB-600 loud and clear in W TN

2016-01-09 Thread Brandon Jordan

Great signal on the SE beam of the SAL-30 Shared Apex Loop, nulling
WREC-600 Memphis about 30 miles away to the NW. Code, sweep tones, Price is
Right etc. Also hearing their normal programming between the test segments.

-- 
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Re: [IRCA] Audio file recording question--using Audacity

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[IRCA] WBOB QSL update

2016-01-12 Thread Brandon Jordan

*Update from JD Stephens, the DXer who arranged this widely heard test:*
--
I am already receiving word that some of our DXing brethren are complaining
because the Engineer for the WBOB DX test has not yet responded to their
e-mail reports.  Folks, it's ONLY BEEN 3 DAYS since the test occurred.
Please be patient !!

The WBOB Engineer has already e-mailed me and said he will be developing an
e-QSL (this is the only way he will reply), and will send out these e-QSLs
once he feels that all e-mail reports have been received.

This kind gentleman has also offered to work with me and arrange some more
DX tests in the future, but this will not occur if we do not all show a bit
more courtesy and - again - PATIENCE in waiting for our QSLs.

It pains me to have to send this e-mail, but as the arranger of the test, I
not only care about how many of our DXers are able to hear any test, but
also about the courteous broadcast professionals who air these tests out of
the goodness of their hearts.

73,

J.D. Stephens
Hampton Cove, AL
dx-t...@att.net
--

I do want to add to JD's email that one of my biggest pet peeves on DX
Tests in the past is that the promised QSL's never arrived. As the IRCA/NRC
DX Test Coordinator, this is one of my main functions besides communicating
accurate test info, and one of the main things I wanted to change. Everyone
who submitted an accurate report will be QSl'd.
-- 
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Re: [IRCA] [ABDX] WBOB QSL update

2016-01-12 Thread Brandon Jordan

Indeed, one response I have from him:

*"Have to admit over the years it's a shock to find unanswered DX reports
that some sales person carried off to show clients that never reached my
desk. *


*Jerry"*
QSL's will be forthcoming, and if Jerry gets buried under an avalanche of
of the of the most successful DX Tests in a few years, he has agreed to let
the IRCA/NRC DX Test team assist.

On Tue, Jan 12, 2016 at 8:39 PM, Ron Charles r...@wnzf.com [ABDX] <
a...@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

>
>
> The CE Mentioned is a personal friend of mine who I consider a dear
> brother. He is stretched like that old toy Stretch Armstrong.
>
> That said, rest assured he will come through.
>
> There are scores of us, including the broadcast technical side of things
> who struggle to find a moments rest keeping our stations humming.
>
> I am both a tech and a big fan of DX-ing, especially on AM. I've written
> reports to broadcasters, answered reports,  and hosted Experimental hours
> tests...
>
> Hang in there friends. I assure you,  you're in good hands. :-)
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Ron Gitschier
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jan 12, 2016, at 8:46 PM, "Brandon Jordan swl.tn@gmail.com [ABDX]"
>  wrote:
>
>
>
> *Update from JD Stephens, the DXer who arranged this widely heard test:*
> --
> I am already receiving word that some of our DXing brethren are
> complaining because the Engineer for the WBOB DX test has not yet responded
> to their e-mail reports.  Folks, it's ONLY BEEN 3 DAYS since the test
> occurred. Please be patient !!
>
> The WBOB Engineer has already e-mailed me and said he will be developing
> an e-QSL (this is the only way he will reply), and will send out these
> e-QSLs once he feels that all e-mail reports have been received.
>
> This kind gentleman has also offered to work with me and arrange some more
> DX tests in the future, but this will not occur if we do not all show a bit
> more courtesy and - again - PATIENCE in waiting for our QSLs.
>
> It pains me to have to send this e-mail, but as the arranger of the test,
> I not only care about how many of our DXers are able to hear any test, but
> also about the courteous broadcast professionals who air these tests out of
> the goodness of their hearts.
>
> 73,
>
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> dx-t...@att.net
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>
> I do want to add to JD's email that one of my biggest pet peeves on DX
> Tests in the past is that the promised QSL's never arrived. As the IRCA/NRC
> DX Test Coordinator, this is one of my main functions besides communicating
> accurate test info, and one of the main things I wanted to change. Everyone
> who submitted an accurate report will be QSl'd.
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Re: [IRCA] Iceland-189 in English

2016-01-19 Thread Brandon Jordan

Very nice!

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Re: [IRCA] RFC - request for comments...

2016-01-19 Thread Brandon Jordan

Would love to see the excellent Guy Atkins enhanced IRCA logo reduced in size 
and put up top of the page in the header. Otherwise than that, the layout looks 
great. Definitely want to work with you on getting some DX Test content on the 
site.

*thumbs up*

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Re: [IRCA] KNX-1070 Heard In Georgia

2016-01-29 Thread Brandon Jordan

I am located west of Memphis, and have semi-local stations 30 miles west of
me on all 3 prime CA frequencies. That being said, I did an overnight SDR
ToH recording with the SAL-30 Loop pointing due West and have been going
through the recordings. I had a decent log of KNX-1070 at 0805 UTC: CBS
News finish, "This is KNX 1070 News Radio. Good morning, I am Mark Austin
Thomas. Here is what is happening at 12:05" followed by weather.

http://swldx.us/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/KNX_1070_0805_29Jan16.mp3

Luckily I am in the null of WDIA-1070 which is 32.4 miles at at 292°, while
KNX is at 275.4°. I have logged a few CA stations when I was DXing
domestics more heavily many years ago, but this is the first one since I
started a new domestic log at this new QTH a few months ago. KFI and KNBR
will be much more problematic. Now I need to find AZ,ID, MT, OR, WA and WY.

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[IRCA] Nice catch KGMT-1310

2016-01-29 Thread Brandon Jordan

Surprised to catch KGMT-1310 overnight at 0800 UT. Possibly they were on
with 500 watts daytime power rather than 95 watts night?

http://swldx.us/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/KGMT_1310_0800_29Jan16.mp3

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Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Wellbrook Large Aperture Loop Antenna ALA100LN

2016-02-02 Thread Brandon Jordan

No comparison really. I have owned many Wellbrook antennas over the years and 
currently have an ALA100LN and FLG100LN. Les did well choosing the latest 
ALA100 varient.

> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:55 PM, ROBERT GALERSTEIN  wrote:
> 
> How does the ALA-100LN compare to the ALA-1530 variations?
> 
> Bob Galerstein  WB2VGD
> Monroe, NY
>  
>  
>  On Tue, Feb 02, 2016 at 06:39 PM, Les Rayburn wrote:
>  
>  > Paul,
>> 
>> Reading the blogs from Steve now. Glad to hear from someone else who 
>> switched from a Flag to this loop—that’s my situation here. My primary 
>> interest is in logging new domestic stations from the Western states. While 
>> this antenna won’t be as directional as the flag, I think I’ll be happier 
>> with signal levels.
>> I’ve been using a pre-amp with the flag, and even with that, signal levels 
>> can be very low. Especially if I’m using the Flag as an input to the Quantum 
>> Phaser, and undefineding a pest.
>> You end up with a nice, deep null, but the remaining signal is so low that 
>> it can be nearly impossible to pull out an ID.
>> Wellbrook Communications reports that they’re busy filling in orders, so my 
>> new antenna amp won’t ship until the middle of the month—but I can be 
>> patient. Happy to hear that business is good for Andy—he makes great stuff.
>> 
>> Les Rayburn, director
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>> 130 1st Avenue West
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>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:20 PM, Paul B. Walker, Jr.  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Les, on Collin Newells recommendation I will be buying a Wellbrook loops
>>> the ala100ln I think even You'll like it I think
>>> 
>>> Paul
>>> 
 On Tuesday, February 2, 2016, Les Rayburn  wrote:
 
 Just ordered the North American version of the Wellbrook Large Aperture
 Loop Antenna ALA-100LN. I’d like to hear from other users on the list who
 have used this antenna for MW DXing.
 
 I’m going to replace the termination and feed point portions of a “Flag”
 antenna that I have mounted on wooden poles at the edge of my property. It
 favors the West, but even with a pre-amp the signal levels are low. Hoping
 for stronger signals from the ALA100LN.
 
 
 
 
 73,
 
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Re: [IRCA] John Bryant remembered.

2016-02-08 Thread Brandon Jordan

Wow 6 years. I never had to pleasure to meet John in person, much less
DXpedition with him. I sure enjoyed our lengthy email conversations and his
DX related articles online and in Proceedings. One of the great ones.

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Re: [IRCA] Super KAZ update

2016-03-10 Thread Brandon Jordan

If you have to use poles then you may want to consider a DKAZ. Here is a
great article by Mark Durenberger that may be of interest:

http://www.durenberger.com/documents/DKAZ070314.pdf

I have one of Colin's Vactrol units on the way, it left San Francisco at
noon on yesterday and will hopefully arrive by this weekend. I will be
deploying a 140' DKAZ using the Wellbrook FLG100N and Vactrol.

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Re: [IRCA] Super KAZ update

2016-03-11 Thread Brandon Jordan

I am probably going to start off aiming for Mexico, but will be able to
rotate the DKAZ  around any desired direction rather easily.

On Thu, Mar 10, 2016 at 12:34 PM, Neil Kazaross  wrote:

Brandon, please keep us informed how this goes and what you think of it
> once built. What direction will you aim it?  73 KAZ
>

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Re: [IRCA] Super KAZ update

2016-03-14 Thread Brandon Jordan

Colin's Vactrol arrived today. I have a 140' D-KAZ erected point 150/330 and 
should have everything connected in the next few hours. I am initially going 
with the null at 330 degrees to compare how well the null for Memphis stations 
compare to the SAL-30, at least for groundwave, but swapping between 150/330 is 
a 5 minute effort.

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Re: [IRCA] Wellbrook power plug

2016-03-14 Thread Brandon Jordan

2.5 mm x 5.5 mm barrel plug. Thankfully Wellbrook no longer uses center 
negative power, I blew quite a few fuses in years past on the K9AY and ALA330 
series loops.

> On Mar 14, 2016, at 4:55 PM, Mark Durenberger  wrote:
> 
> What is the type of plug and the plug size for the power input on the 
> Wellbrook ALA/FLG 100s?
> 
> THANKS!
> 
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> There's SO much I still don't know!
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Re: [IRCA] Super KAZ update

2016-03-14 Thread Brandon Jordan

Initial results are outstanding! Excellent nulls and more sensitive than
the SAL-30.

I am planning on rotating the D-KAZ tomorrow to 45/225 and doing more A/B
tests vs the SAL-30. More details soon.

On Mon, Mar 14, 2016 at 8:21 PM, Neil Kazaross  wrote:

> Hi Brandon,
>
> I hope you can give us the good news about how well the D-KAZ works.
>
> I now have a Vactrol setup here from a DX friend that I will try tomorrow
> when I get home from work. Hopefully I can learn a lot when compared to my
> fixed Rt method.  73 KAZ
>
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> wrote:
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> > Colin's Vactrol arrived today. I have a 140' D-KAZ erected point 150/330
> > and should have everything connected in the next few hours. I am
> initially
> > going with the null at 330 degrees to compare how well the null for
> Memphis
> > stations compare to the SAL-30, at least for groundwave, but swapping
> > between 150/330 is a 5 minute effort.
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Re: [IRCA] Super KAZ update

2016-03-19 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi folks. Due to work schedule I didn't get a chance to change the D-KAZ
beam. Hopefully this evening...

I did spend another hour with the Wellbrook D-KAZ/Vactrol (330 null) vs the
SAL-30 last night. Nulling stations to the NW with them was a toss-up, on
some nulls the D-KAZ won, on others the SAL-30. IMO, that is awesome. The
SAL-30 is an expensive antenna, and offers 8 directional beams with
excellent f/b. The down-side is that the nulls cannot be fine-tuned... but
8 beams rock :)

I am really interested in setting up the D-KAZ at 45/225, that will allow
me to compare nulls on the big guns to the NE.

I do have a questions if Neil is reading. Would a Super KAZ offer wider
null-steering vs the D-KAZ?

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[IRCA] WBOB QSL update and upcoming test in April.

2016-03-25 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi folks. I have been in touch with Jerry Smith at WBOB and he advised that
QSL's will be forthcoming shortly. He also mentioned that WBOB will be
running another test in April, and will contact me when the date is
confirmed so I can get an announcement out.

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Re: [IRCA] [ABDX] Common-Mode Choke Designed for MW DXing

2016-04-27 Thread Brandon Jordan

Thanks Les. I just ordered one of these. I also asked the vendor if they would 
consider making a similar common-mode choke for 10-500 kHZ.

I have some local noise which is generally only an issue during daytime when 
signal levels are low. I am pretty sure it is locally generated. The DX 
Engineering choke I purchased was no help, but it requires a ground. Perhaps 
the 4' ground and radials were not sufficient for the unit, or the noise is not 
actually local to my house.



> On Apr 27, 2016, at 10:25 AM, Les Rayburn l...@highnoonfilm.com [ABDX] 
>  wrote:
> 
> In response to several requests from both MW DX’ers and 160 Meter 
> enthusiasts, MyAntenna.com has added a new receive-only common-mode choke to 
> their line of impressive products. This common mode choke can be inserted 
> anywhere in the feed line to your BOG, active whip, loop, etc. The choke 
> blocks unwanted noise that is often picked up by the coax as it travels from 
> the antenna back to your shack. 
> 
> Many manufacturers claim that their chokes will work over impossible 
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> chokes are designed to work over a limited range of frequencies. In this case 
> it’s 500 KHz to 10 MHz. 
> 
> Common-mode attenuation: ~37dB
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> inserted anywhere in the feed line, including inside the shack. For best 
> results, it’s recommended that the choke be installed about 20 feet from the 
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Re: [IRCA] First report from Murray Harbour, PEI

2016-11-07 Thread Brandon Jordan

Outstanding logs, Walt! Was the Eritrea 845 khz log perhaps a typo for 945
kHz?


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Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Sky & Telescope article on MW DXing during the eclipse

2017-08-15 Thread Brandon J

I am heading to Mt. Juliet, TN with cameras and telecopes, and will also be 
doing SDR spectrum recordings there with a 4' x 33' ALA100 while also recording 
from my home QTH (east of Memphis) which is outside of totality.  Hopefully 
should be some very interesting recordings to dig through.

73, Brandon

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> On Aug 15, 2017, at 12:36 PM, Neil Kazaross  wrote:
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> LOL no mention of the E-layer for AM.  73 KAZ
> 
>> On Tue, Aug 15, 2017 at 10:29 AM, Stewart, Joseph R 
>>  wrote:
>> This is an old article, published June 29, on the Sky & Telescope webpage.  
>> But if anybody missed it (I did, for one!)...
>> 
>> http://www.skyandtelescope.com/2017-total-solar-eclipse/how-to-hear-the-solar-eclipse/
>> 
>>  
>> 
>> Randy Stewart
>> 
>> Arts Producer
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[IRCA] Eclipse DX SDR Recordings

2017-08-23 Thread Brandon Jordan

For anyone interested in DXing the MW band during the Solar Eclipse totality, I 
am offering WinRadio G33DDC recordings from Mt Juliet, TN. The 475 kHz to 1725 
kHz recordings span from 12:12-12:41 PM and 12:57-2:55 PM. At this QTH the 
eclipse started at 11:59 AM, totality 1:27:37 - 1:30:03, and eclipse ending at 
2:54 PM. Recordings via WinRadio G33DDC and a Wellbrook 4x33’ ALA100N loop 
oriented along the NW/SE the eclipse path. From my initial listen, there is 
some very amazing propagation and unique eclipse-related broadcasts from 
daytime broadcasters to be gleaned.

The recordings are 118 GB total size and will require aa 128 GB thumb drive and 
can be decoded via the free WinRadio G33DDC Excalibur software via 
http://www.winradio.com/home/download-g33ddc.htm.

Send your 128 GB thumb drive and 1$ USD return postage world-wide and I will 
copy the recordings and return your thumb drive and you can DX the eclipse from 
Mt. Juliet, TN with the WinRadio software at your leisure. Mail to:

SWL.DX
P.O. Box 338
Rossville, TN 38066

73,
Brandon Jordan, KM4PBQ
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[IRCA] IRCA DXWW Column

2017-09-19 Thread Brandon Jordan

Heys folks. As you my or may not know, I volunteered to take on DXWW-W from 
Phil who has been doing a fantastic care taker job for a few years. Coming over 
from the DXWW-E side, it is amazing the work Phil has been doing to glean your 
logs from your posts in the forum and whipping them up into format for the 
column. I have been used to Mark's meticulously formatted reports, and other 
folks specifically submitting logs for the column.

You West Coast guys are so laid back!

Before I even formally ask, I would like to get feedback from you TA DX'ers. 
Phil has been gleaning your posts for logs you have posted in your own ways, 
some with details, some without besides good/poor/fair, some without times or 
with dates to be pulled from the time of your post. Hardly any seem to be 
submitted to Phil specifically for DXWW-W.

Since I am editing DXWW East/West and TBDX into a single DXWW column, is there 
any way to herd you West Coast cats? Easy stuff like semi consistent date and 
time formats, details beyond good/fair/poor. In good faith, I cannot add posts 
with simply good/fair/poor or especially carrier posts. I understand you may be 
posting daily captures, but need details for others not so fortunate.

Officially cc:ing dxww.i...@gmail.com for you semi properly formatted posts you 
want included in the bulletin would make my life so much easier. ;)

Is this stuff do-able or have I bitten off way more than I can chew? Opening up 
the discussion :)

73, 
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Re: [IRCA] IRCA DXWW Column

2017-09-19 Thread Brandon Jordan

Heya Craig. Many thank for your response! Not asking for language
expertise, etc. Just wondering if the DXWW-W crew is open to helping me
getting the column together in a small way besides what i would call
'bumming quarters', which is what Phil has been doing. Yours is the first
response, hoping others chip in.

If nobody really cares one way or the other except posting on the e-group,
then speak up so the IRCA can discuss planning for the future on the DXWW
column.

73,
Brandon

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> Hi Brandon,
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> Welcome and thanks to Phil Bytheway for his work on DXDD-W. I recently
> retired and am getting back into the hobby with more fervor than in recent
> years.
> I only recently rejoined IRCA and realized that Phil was "mining" the
> informal postings on the Hard Core List to add to the IRCA publication. I
> started following the Hard Core Group years ago after an eye opening trip
> to the IRCA Convention in Seaside, OR in 2006, hosted by Pat Martin
> followed by joining highly accomplished DXers at the hallowed Grayland
> Motel for an inspiring TP DX session. The interest in TP DXing has stuck
> with me since. In early 2007 my ears were opened to the possibilities of
> European MW and LW DX from Colorado. I had not thought that was possible
> before then. What attracted me to the Hard Core DX Group was the
> availability of timely propagation information, the invaluable insights of
> many seasoned and accomplished TP DXers, and particularly the laid back
> open forum style. Living in a landlocked state, I also pay close attention
> to the TP loggings from those more experienced TP DXers from the US and
> Canadian heartland. I noted a remark made by Nick Hall-Patch indicating an
> interest in reports even when conditions are not stellar just to add to the
> overall propagation "Big Picture". As a result, I report what I hear in CO.
> As they are geographically closest to me, I pay particular attention to the
> reports of Richard Allen in OK and Steve Ratzlaff in AZ. I also closely
> follow KAZ's and Tim Tromp's reports.
>
> While I think I can recognize Japanese,I do speak Castilian Spanish. I
> also understand some basic Portuguese and French. I do not speak any Asian
> languages. Gary DeBock has graciously provided many Asian linguistic
> insights, as well as some AMAZING travel friendly FSL antennas. Gary DeBock
> and Chris Kadlec were instrumental with identifying a variety of Asian
> languages and regional nuances for my DX recordings from my Hawaii trip
> this spring. I am reluctant to submit formal loggings of the typical
> snippets of TP audio I receive in CO.
>
> In summary, I would be happy to CC you on my CO TP reports if you like.
> They are not likely to be structured as well as Mark Connelly's reports. I
> also appreciate Mark Connelly's responses to my antenna questions and all
> of the contributions he has made to the hobby. Thanks to Mark, I am using
> two Conti Superloops, I can't fit a DKAZ on my city lot.
>
> Thanks again to ALL who continue to make this hobby fun!
>
> If you prefer not to be CC'ed on my CO TP reports, that's fine also.
>
> 73
>
> Craig Barnes
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>  
> On Tue, 9/19/17, Brandon Jordan  wrote:
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>  Subject: [IRCA] IRCA DXWW Column
>  To: irca@hard-core-dx.com
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>
>  Heys folks. As you my or may not know, I
>  volunteered to take on DXWW-W from Phil who has been doing a
>  fantastic care taker job for a few years. Coming over from
>  the DXWW-E side, it is amazing the work Phil has been doing
>  to glean your logs from your posts in the forum and whipping
>  them up into format for the column. I have been used to
>  Mark's meticulously formatted reports, and other folks
>  specifically submitting logs for the column.
>
>  You West Coast guys are so laid back!
>
>  Before I even formally ask, I would
>  li

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] KSAZ Test update!!!

2011-04-21 Thread Brandon Jordan


Hi Pat--

The NRC Sweep Tones can de downloaded from the Tools & resources page on 
DXTests.info:


http://www.bcdx.org/dxtestsinfo/tools-resources

There is also a link there for Winmorse that is used to create the morse 
IDs. I created a simple KSAZ wav file with 5 words per minute and 
uploaded it here:


http://www.bcdx.org/dxtestsinfo/_files/KSAZ.wav

73,
Brandon Jordan

On 4/21/2011 3:02 AM, Patrick Martin wrote:

> From Paul Lotsof:>p...@gainbroadband.com<

I just got through to Frank Luna who thinks that it is possible that

he might be able to run the sweep tones and Morse Code IDs.   But
someone must produce the audio and get it to ME right away.   Send
me the MP3 audio and I'll dub it to a CD for Frank to play. 
  
If this is possible it needs to be done hopefully by late Friday<<


Can anyone help?

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Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] KSAZ Test update!!!

2011-04-21 Thread Brandon Jordan

The NRC Sweep Tones can de downloaded from the Tools & resources page on 
DXTests.info:


http://www.bcdx.org/dxtestsinfo/tools-resources

There is also a link there for Winmorse that is used to create the morse 
IDs. I created a simple KSAZ wav file with 5 words per minute and 
uploaded it here:


http://www.bcdx.org/dxtestsinfo/_files/KSAZ.wav

73,
Brandon Jordan

On 4/21/2011 3:02 AM, Patrick Martin wrote:

> From Paul Lotsof:>p...@gainbroadband.com<


I just got through to Frank Luna who thinks that it is possible that

he might be able to run the sweep tones and Morse Code IDs.   But
someone must produce the audio and get it to ME right away.   Send
me the MP3 audio and I'll dub it to a CD for Frank to play. 
  
If this is possible it needs to be done hopefully by late Friday<<


Can anyone help?


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[IRCA] WGBW-1590 Two Rivers, WI DX Test announced

2010-10-06 Thread Brandon Jordan

Per communication from OJ Saghdal in Norway, WGBW-1590 in Two Rivers, WI 
will be running a DX Test on Oct. 16, 2010 at 0500-0600 UT. Full details 
posted at:


http://www.dxtests.info

Please be sure to notify us at dxtests.info [at] gmail.com regarding 
information on any DX Tests or other special broadcast events.


73,
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Re: [IRCA] JOUB-774 Being Heard in N. Alabama

2010-11-07 Thread Brandon Jordan

The TP signals were a no show this morning at Monte Sano, with only a 
few terribly weak carriers noted. A stark contrast from the amazing TP 
conditions we experienced Saturday morning.


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[IRCA] Palstar MW550P + Box Loop Antenna

2009-01-20 Thread Brandon Jordan


Hi Nick,


A tuned loop already has a lot of preselection capability, so the selectivity 
of the MW550P might not be that useful.   At 12 dB maximum, it's not really 
high gain, but high gain probably wouldn't be needed in your location unless 
the loop antenna was quite small.



Or were you thinking of replacing the 550P's internal inductor with the winding 
of your loop antenna?


Since the MW550P has a large 6:1 vernier tuning capacitor, I was 
thinking the MW550P could replace the loop tuning capacitor completely 
and that it could perhaps sit inside the crate loop.


Is this feasible?

73,
Brandon

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[IRCA] Tons of TA carriers audible in Memphis

I missed the past few nights of good TA conditions. I fired up the 
SDR-IQ this evening and strong TA carriers visible, especially low-band:


576, 585, 612 producing threshold audio, 521, 711, 756, 765, 909, 949, 
954, 1134 (second strongest), 1206, 1215, 1503, 1521.


My experience this far inland is that transmitter sunrise enhancement 
can produce some of the best chances for audio during an opening. 
Fingers crossed some of these improve enough to be audible on the E100 
slider!



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[IRCA] Croatia-1134 on E100 Slider

Good peak on Croatia just before 0200, time pips at 0200 then Glas 
Hrvatske mention and news by woman announcer in presumed Croatian. Fade 
back up at 0205 with mention of Glas Hrvatske by man, music bridge then 
talk by man and woman. Deep fades but fair peaks.


Heard on E100 Slider w/ Quantum QX-Pro loop.

My first ULR TA! I've been trying for this with the T615 barefoot, but 
no luck  so far.


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[IRCA] R Corporacion, Nicaragua 540.18 kHz

Radio Corporacion on 540.18 khz putting a very strong het on 540 here, 
threshold snippets of audio over Mexico during peaks on the R75 and 
SDR-IQ in USB. I had ID'able audio on this one on the E100 Slider last 
month, may bear watching for anyone who needs it.


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Re: [IRCA] Tons of TA carriers audible in Memphis

Croatia producing weak audio at 0137 with male talk, deep fades. 
Received on both SDR-IQ w/ ALA-330S antenna and E100 Slider w/ Quantum 
QX-Pro! I sure am regretting not getting the ALA100 set up yet!


Brandon Jordan wrote:
I missed the past few nights of good TA conditions. I fired up the 
SDR-IQ this evening and strong TA carriers visible, especially low-band:


576, 585, 612 producing threshold audio, 521, 711, 756, 765, 909, 949, 
954, 1134 (second strongest), 1206, 1215, 1503, 1521.


My experience this far inland is that transmitter sunrise enhancement 
can produce some of the best chances for audio during an opening. 
Fingers crossed some of these improve enough to be audible on the E100 
slider!





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[IRCA] ULR Logs Jan 21-25

2009-01-26 Thread Brandon Jordan

ter


1410  WHLN, Harlan, KY, 21 JAN 2325 - "Your station for todays hits and 
yesterdays favorites, we're 1410 W-H-L-N"


1420  WIMS, Michigan City, IN, 22 JAN 0600 - "Your listening to the talk 
of the South Shore, AM 1420 W-I-M-S Michigan City"


1420  WVJS, Owensboro, KY, 22 JAN 2155 - "This is 1420 W-V-J-S Owensboro 
and 100.5 W263BG Owensboro, playing timeless classics"


1440  WZYX, Cowan, TN, 22 JAN 2228 - "Fast, factual and accurate, local 
news with Wayne Thomas… on W-Z-Y-X"


1440  KTNO, University Park, TX, 21 JAN 2338 - Spanish talk by woman, 
English ID by man "K-T-N-O 1440 AM…" then ID is Spanish


1440  WRBE, Lucedale, MS, 22 JAN 2358 - "1440 W-R-B-E AM Lucedale", also 
mentioning FM then into C&W


1440  WGMI, Bremen, GA, 25 JAN 1248 - "… right here on W-G-M-I 1440, 
Christian Family Radio"


1470  WRGA, Rome, GA, 21 JAN 2100 - "AM 1470 W-R-G-A, Rome and FM 95.3m 
Coosa" into ABC News


1470  WVOL, Berry Hill, TN, 22 JAN 2203 - Man discussing the stations 
web site, WVOL1470.com


1470  WMBD, Peoria, IL, 23 JAN 2239 - Markley and Luciano show, "1470 
W-M-B-D" ID


1470  KWRD, Henderson, TX, 25 JAN 1300 - "Good morning, you're tuned to 
1470 K-W-R-D, Henderson, the time is 7 o'clock" into religious vocals


1490  WCLU, Glasgow, KY, 21 JAN 2300 - "This is W-C-L-U Glasgow" into 
CBS News


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Re: [IRCA] DX Tests . Info

2009-01-31 Thread Brandon Jordan

Hi Bill. Thank you for the heads up. I am the admin of that site and 
wasn't aware it was down. It is back now, but unfortunately no current 
DX Tests are scheduled that I am aware of.


73,
Brandon

dxe...@aol.com wrote:

For the past couple of days I have been trying to bring up the web site DX  
Tests . Info, _http://www.dxtests.info/_ (http://www.dxtests.info/) .  Whenever 
I do, all I get is an error page saying the webpage cannot be found. I  know 
I have accessed this page within the last 2-3 weeks right before the WOON  DX 
test. Has anybody else tried to get onto it lately? Does anybody know if it  
still exists?


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[IRCA] IBOC carrier precision

2009-02-09 Thread Brandon Jordan

I know there are some real IBOC experts on the lists and have a 
question. Are most, if not all, IBOC stations precisely on-frequency? I 
believe I read that IBOC required extreme frequency precision of the 
carrier frequency? I am looking for MW stations to help in accurate 
calibration of SDR receivers in order to measure frequency offsets, and 
am hoping my memory regarding this is accurate.


On a positive note, I calibrated the G313e to IBOC WLAC 1510 kHz, and 
was then pleased to note that IBOC KMOX's carrier measured exactly 
1210. khz.



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Re: [IRCA] [ABDX] IBOC carrier precision

2009-02-09 Thread Brandon Jordan


Powell E. Way III wrote:


It better not be... as KMOX is 1120, so I assume that is a typo.


Hah, yes indeed :)
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Re: [IRCA] [ABDX] FW: [RT] Good Use of Google Earth

2009-02-11 Thread Brandon Jordan


Very interesting link. My apologies if this has already been cross-posted.


Brian Leyton wrote:


Courtesy of Fee Lee on the Radio Tech list:

radio-t...@broadcast.net 
http://www.broadcast.net/mailman/listinfo/radio-tech 





Here is a interesting use of Google Earth.

http://www.fccinfo.com/fccinfo_google_earth.php 



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[IRCA] Voice of Nevis 895

2009-02-12 Thread Brandon Jordan

Rare visitor here in Memphis, Voice of Nevis on 895 kHz coming in 
extremely well at 0400+ on the SE/NW ALA100 antenna. Noted a strong het 
on 900 kHz with the T615 ULR and checked with the SDR-IQ and sure enough 
a very strong signal on 895 kHz with back-to-back vocals R&B vocals. ID 
just heard at 0419 "Your listening to VON". Also audible during peaks on 
the E100 Slider + ALA100, best by off-tuning to 896 kHz to knock the 
stronger co-channel 890 down!


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[IRCA] WWWE-1100 on late

2009-02-16 Thread Brandon Jordan

WWWE-1100 Atlanta appears to be on late. Competing with WTAM here in 
Memphis, mainly back to back Spanish inspirational vocals, giving an 
address of P.O. Box 10345, Washington, DC 20020. A quick google of this 
shows this is the address for Coalicion Nacional Latina de Ministros & 
Lideres Cristianos, associated with WWGB Poder 1030.


No local ID heard, so I assume this is WWWE. Can anyone verify?

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[IRCA] WNQM-1300 Nashville - Radio Vida

WNQM-1300 in Nashville is now in Spanish as "Radio Vida". My last log of 
them on Jan 2 had them in English. Not sure if this is already well 
known, but was a bit of a surprise to me. I had thought at first this 
was one of the Texas Spanish language religious broadcasters listed on 
1300 kHz.


From a google search, WNQM appears to have been a sister station to 
shortwave broadcaster WWCR. The FCC database doesn't appear to show the 
station having changed hands recently, so perhaps Radio Vida is still 
related to WWCR.

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Re: [IRCA] Fwd: [mwc] Antenna developments


Hi Nick,

What is the benefit from this system compared to the Wellbrook Phased 
Array based on ALA-100 loops?


Nick Hall-Patch wrote:

Forwarded from Steve Whitt of Medium Wave Circle:



This should be good news from Andy Ikin.

Just to let you know; Wellbrook has finally added a K9AY Phased Array to
their portfolio. For further details please visit.

http://www.wellbrook.uk.com/K9AYphasedarray.html



best wishes,

Nick




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Re: [IRCA] WNQM-1300 Nashville - Radio Vida

Hi Paul.

I found the Radio Vida website at radiovia1130.com. The web page notes
"1130 Am en el dia, 1130 AM en la noche". Sure enough, day-timer
WYXE-1130 Gallatin, TN is listed as Radio Vida. Vida is leasing WNQM to
fill in the hours when WYXE is off the air.

I'll have to give WYXE a try one morning or evening.

73,
Brandon

Paul B. Walker, Jr. wrote:

WNQM 1300, like WWCR Shortwave, WMQM 1600, along with it's sister
stations in Knoxville, New Orleans and ETC are nothing more then "You
Pay, We Play".. so most likely, someone is just leasing the station from
them...

Paul Walker
www.onairdj.com <http://www.onairdj.com>

On Thu, Feb 19, 2009 at 9:04 AM, Brandon Jordan <http://bcdx.org>@gmail.com <http://gmail.com>> wrote:

WNQM-1300 in Nashville is now in Spanish as "Radio Vida". My last
log of them on Jan 2 had them in English. Not sure if this is
already well known, but was a bit of a surprise to me. I had thought
at first this was one of the Texas Spanish language religious
broadcasters listed on 1300 kHz.

>From a google search, WNQM appears to have been a sister station
to shortwave broadcaster WWCR. The FCC database doesn't appear to
show the station having changed hands recently, so perhaps Radio
Vida is still related to WWCR.

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