Re: [IRCA] SAC
Just a note to say SAC heard on November 5 at approximately 1500 local time on the beach near Pensacola, FL with barefoot ultralight receiver (Sony SRF-T615). Signal was excellent with no QSB. Jim -KH2AR/W4 On November 2, 2016, at 9:46 PM, transistor wrote: Beacon has been audible in northern Michigan a couple times over the last week. I shared my logging w/ Tim. Never strong, but certainly copiable. Scott ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] QSL Card
I would be interested in this information too. On December 23, 2014, at 7:10 PM, STEVE MCDONALD wrote: Patrick & others...do you know of an up to date web source of QSL data that would indicate which stations send out an actual paper QSL as opposed to a letter or e-mail veri? I wouldn't mind targeting certain stations if I knew that they would reply with a real cardsomething very rare nowadays it seems. Thanks / Steve / VE7SL Mayne Island, BC ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KCIK-HI)
Great Martin. Congrats. On September 2, 2014, at 3:33PM, Patrick Martin wrote: 740KCIKHI, Kihei, rec. nice friendly letter and 740 Bumper sticker in 15d for CD report wSASE. V/S: James E. Tejada-Op Technician Adress: KCIK Radio c/o Immaculate Heart Radio, 3256 Penryn Road, Ste 100, Loomis CA 95650. MW QSL #3040. (PM-OR) 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Verification Signers column tips
Steve - I wonder if you could share your last few months of tips with Brandon Jordan who is now the IRCA/NRC DX Test coordinator? Might help with setting up some tests this winter. Thanks. Jim Pogue On August 26, 2014, at 4:26PM, "Stephen S. Howe" wrote: Just a reminder to IRCA members that your tips for my monthly Verification Signers column are always welcome. Please send them to the e-mail address in this message. There were no columns for July or August because no tips were submitted, but I am hoping that with the approach of the DX season, several of you will be sending reception reports to some of the stations you log. Steve Howe Saint Albans, VT and Albany, NY ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] QSL report
WVBG-1490 kHz, Vicksburg, MS Nice friendly, partial-data QSL letter and business card in about 10 days for DX test from Dailon Huskey, Operations Manager. Said he also received reports from Michigan and New Jersey. Sounded like he would be willing to do another test in the future. Always happy to QSL a graveyarder. Jim Pogue - Memphis, TN ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] FW: [Amdx] DX Test - 1490 WVBG MS heard in Memphis
Just called the station and talked with station owner Mark Jones. He said he'd also received a call from Nashville. I think they should be getting out pretty well. Good luck everyone and thanks to the test organizers. Jim Pogue Memphis -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Chernos Saul Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 8:40 PM To: a...@nrcdxas.org; amfmt...@mailman.qth.net; irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] FW: [Amdx] DX Test - 1490 WVBG MS heard in Memphis > Morse code, voice anncmt and sweeps heard at good strength in Memphis. > > Jim Pogue ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] DX Test - 1490 WVBG MS heard in Memphis
Morse code, voice anncmt and sweeps heard at good strength in Memphis. Jim Pogue -Original Message- From: amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info [mailto:amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info] On Behalf Of Fritze Prentice Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 6:14 PM To: a...@lists.wtfda.info Subject: Re: [Amdx] This evening - early DX Test - 1490 WVBG MS On 3/18/2013 6:00 PM, Chernos Saul wrote: > REMINDER ... > > 1490 WVBG MS Vicksburg > Monday March 18 - 2032-2100 > CDT > No need to be a Night Owl for this one! WVBG plans to test with its > regular full-time 1,000-watt non-directional power and pattern right around > local sunset. Test will include a mix of eclectic music, Morse code IDs, tones > and sound effects. > Reports sent by postal mail should include a SASE if > possible, and audio clips may be sent on cassette tape, CD and USB stick. > Reports sent by e-mail should include an MP3 audio file. Reports must include written or printed information with > the listener's location, equipment used, and details about content heard. Please note that audio materials will not be > returned. > Please send reports to: > Dailon > Huskey > Operations Manager > WVBG 1490 > Vicksburg, MS > P.O. Box > 46 > 39181 > dai...@vicksburgv105.com > DXers wishing to call the station during or *immediately* > following the test can call 601-883-0848. > Test arranged by Saul Chernos with > thanks to station owner Mark Jones and operations manager Dailon > Huskey. > > > Problem is that WCLD 1490 Cleveland MS is heard here (fair daytime signal) on the ham rig and carradio, but I might be able to use a portable and a loop to null out WCLD. At least former semi-local KOTN (1490) Pine Bluff AR being silent for past several years is good in this rare instance. -- Fritze H. Prentice,Jr KC5KBV Star City AR EM43aw twitter.com/fritzehp facebook.com/SoutheastArkansasDXAndMediaReport ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list To unsubscribe, take yourself off list temporarily, change password, view archives and more, go to http://www.wtfda.org/amdx.html ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Tom McCormick, active DXer in the 70s passed away
I am really sad to hear this Patrick. Tom and I met in W. Lafayette in 1973 or '74 just after I got out of the Navy. He was one of those incredible DXers who could hear anything on a kitchen table radio. He helped me step up to the next level of DXing, taught me about graveyard DXing, CPC tests, helped me log a Montana graveyarder's CW ID, and was responsible for many, many great stations in my log book and QSL collection. He used to come over to my place on Monday mornings and we'd stay up all night with various receivers, my Space Magnet and other gear. I lost touch with him in the late 70s when he moved away from Indiana. I'm truly sorry to hear of his fate. 73, Jim Pogue Memphis -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Saturday, June 16, 2012 12:50 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [IRCA] Tom McCormick, active DXer in the 70s passed away I don't know if anyone has posted this, but I have not seen it. I got a phone call from Eldon Luoma of BC last night. He said about 2 weeks ago. Tom McCormick (West Lafayette IN) was on his way North into Alberta Canada and his van rolled. He passed away of head injuries. He was 61. I remember Tom at IRCA conventions back in the early 70s. He was quite a active DXer then and really a nice guy. In recent years, he was married to a Canadian lady and they lived in Edmonton. I am sad to hear this. My prayers go out to his family. Cards can be sent to: Karen Nipshank (wife), #9 Sundance NW, Edmonton AB T5H 4B4 Canada. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] QRN problem - any ideas?
Dear friends and list members, I am having a terrible time here with interference that is ruining my listening/hamming experience and am hoping someone can offer some practical suggestions. Here's the situation. The interference - basically a continuous raspy sound - seems to come up at about 0830 local time here each day. It is often (but not always) quiet before then. The problem usually persists until late at night, i.e. 2300 local or later. The AM broadcast band seems to be affected the least, 80 meters suffers a little, but every other band from 40 through 10 meters is affected at different levels. I have tried some rudimentary methods to try and isolate it but without success. I'm not even sure if it is atmospheric (i.e., coming through my antenna) or through the AC line (mains). My antenna is a G5RV Jr. in an inverted "V" configuration. I am in an older house, 2-story in a residential neighborhood of Memphis, on essentially a zero line lot. I can supply the exact address if anyone wants to see the house on Google maps street views. There are renters upstairs. I have limited equipment available for isolating the problem, and even less technical knowledge. I'd really appreciate any suggestions for solving this problem that now produces QRN at an S-9 level. I haven't called the local power company yet, but don't hold out much hope for help from them. Thanks very much. Jim Pogue - KH2AR/W4 Memphis, TN USA ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] KBOI test heard!
Indeed - thanks Scott. If you're ever in Memphis the first round is on me. Jim Pogue -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of DX E-mail Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2012 2:48 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] KBOI test heard! My 25 year quest to hear KBOI has ended! Code and sweep tones heard here on N Alabama at 0237-0238 CDT Thanx to Scott Fubush! 73 J.D. Stephens dx-t...@att.net Sent from my iPod ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KBOI QSL info
I can't find the email with the email address and QSL info for KBOI. Can someone please repost? Thanks, Jim Pogue - Memphis -Original Message- From: amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info [mailto:amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info] On Behalf Of James Pogue Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2012 2:20 AM To: 'Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America'; a...@lists.wtfda.info; ultraligh...@yahoogroups.com; dx...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [Amdx] KBOI heard in Memphis Sweep tones followed by two clear Morse code IDs for KBOI. New one that had been on my "most wanted" list for many decades. Thanks folks. Jim Pogue Memphis -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Dave Hascall Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2012 2:15 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@lists.wtfda.info; ultraligh...@yahoogroups.com; dx...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [IRCA] Chicago 670/720/780 off Never heard WSCR but heard WGN and WBBM's s/off announcements. t code on 670, u/two SS. Dave in Indy ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Send your msg to: a...@wtfda.info Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KBOI heard in Memphis
Sweep tones followed by two clear Morse code IDs for KBOI. New one that had been on my "most wanted" list for many decades. Thanks folks. Jim Pogue Memphis -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Dave Hascall Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2012 2:15 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@lists.wtfda.info; ultraligh...@yahoogroups.com; dx...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [IRCA] Chicago 670/720/780 off Never heard WSCR but heard WGN and WBBM's s/off announcements. t code on 670, u/two SS. Dave in Indy ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WWL Special Event station now
W5WWL - a special event station for 90th anniversary of WWL in New Orleans is now on 7190.9 LSB. Might be a nice crossover QSL card. Just worked them myself. 73, Jim Pogue KH2AR/W4 Memphis ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL card (KRPI)
Good news Patrick. I think he will be sending out lots of cards. Maybe mine will arrive tomorrow. 73, Jim Pogue -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Martin Sent: Friday, March 02, 2012 5:53 PM To: wien...@aol.com; gayl...@brmemc.net; irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org; martinfo...@cox.net; sh...@csc.albany.edu Subject: [IRCA] New MW QSL card (KRPI) 1550KRPIWA, Ferndale, rec a beautiful color QSL cd of pic of the KRPI site in 4d for CD report with SASE for DX Test. v/s: F. David Harris-CE. Address: PO Box 3213, Ferndale WA 98248 (PM-OR) Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Post-DX Test report from David Harris at KRPI
Please share this with anyone who may be interested. Also, please note David's request for an SASE if you would like to receive a QSL card for the DX Test. From David: In late January, 2012 KRPI, AM 1550, was contacted by Jim Pogue from the IRCA/NRC Broadcast Test Committee asking if the station would consider conducting a DX test. My immediate reaction was YES! The management had no objections so the date was set. Our live broadcasting ends at midnight when we switch to pre-recorded programming, so it was easy to set up for the test. I made a recording of a brief announcement identifying the station and alerting listeners that a test was in progress until 1:30 AM PST and that normal programming would resume at that time. A microcontroller was programmed to send Morse code at about 10 WPM. The message was VVV VVV VVV de KRPI KRPI KRPI at 1000 Hz followed by the same sequence at 1500 Hz. Finally, an iPod was loaded with old time fiddle tunes. About 5 minutes before the test was scheduled we switched to day power and pattern (50kW). At 1:00 AM the voice recording was played, followed by the Morse code segment, followed by a musical selection. That pattern was repeated every five minutes or so for the next half hour. At least once the musical selection was East Indian instead of a fiddle tune. In the middle of things I received a call from a listener in California - I would have loved to chat, but I had to be a bit abrupt since I had my hands full. After the test ended I received another call from a listener in Nashville and had a nice conversation. So far I have heard directly from listeners in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Michigan, Nebraska, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Manitoba, Ontario, and Japan. We often receive reports from the AM DX enthusiasts on vacation in Lapland with their extraordinary long wire antennas and NRD receivers but we rarely hear from domestic DXers. This has been an exciting experience for me and it has been my pleasure to participate in this DX test. All verified reports accompanied by a SASE will receive our QSL card which will fit into an ordinary business envelope. Best regards to all, David Harris AC7OB, ex K2RRH ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] 580 WHP test makes it - probably night power
He said he would run day power and Non-D on both stations. -Original Message- From: amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info [mailto:amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info] On Behalf Of Chernos Saul Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 11:09 PM To: a...@nrcdxas.org; a...@wtfda.info; amfmt...@mailman.qth.net; irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [Amdx] 580 WHP test makes it - probably night power To Burnt River ON. On sse wire morse code almost as good as KRPI's was last night. 0005 version... ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Send your msg to: a...@wtfda.info Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KRPI (barely) heard in Memphis
Thanks to J.D. Stephens' great ears, I managed to pull out a little of the Morse code at the end of the KRPI DX Test. Dave Harris listened to the audio file and confirmed it was them. That will make Washington State QSL #4 for me, and my first since 1993. The first was KOMO on regular sked in 1975, then KREW Sunnyside and KWNC Quincy both on DX Tests in 1993. Good luck to everyone on the tests tonight. 73, Jim Pogue Memphis, TN ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] FW: KRPI 1550 DX Test Heard in Newfoundland
Holly cow!!! You may have set the record for a DX test since the heyday of 1930s-50s. That is just great! _ From: David Harris [mailto:harri...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 1:18 PM To: James Pogue Subject: Re: FW: [IRCA] KRPI 1550 DX Test Heard in Newfoundland Thanks James, I have had two reports from Japan! On Sun, Feb 26, 2012 at 4:51 AM, James Pogue wrote: This is the furthest reception I've seen posted so far. Wow - you really got out well! -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Allen Willie Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 6:45 AM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: [IRCA] KRPI 1550 DX Test Heard in Newfoundland Hello To All, Heard the KRPI Test this morning with two different morse code segments later on in the test. There was a slight hint of music peaking a bit at times as well parallel to what was on their web feed. At the time another Spanish speaking station with light music was also weakly heard on the frequency. Two ultralights were used, first the SRF-M37W with no success, then the SRF-39FP which did manage to capture the code and music very weakly coming through. Receiver : SRF-39FP barefoot 1550 - KRPI Ferndale, Washington ULR Station # 697 ULR State # 37 Thanks to the folks responsible for arranging the test I remember logging this one previously as KOQT from Alberta when I lived there Good DX Allen Willie VO1-001-SWL, VOPC1AA Bristol's Hope, Newfoundland http://nldxers.summerhost.info ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] FW: DX Test
Glad to forward this from David Harris at KRPI. Thanks to everyone for listening. 73, Jim Pogue _ From: David Harris [mailto:harri...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 3:42 AM To: James Pogue Subject: Re: DX Test Hi Jim, Glad to hear that. I had a telephone call from California but I was busier than a one armed paper hanger so could not chat. Also had a call from Nashville after the test. We have a nice QSL card and we will respond to all reports. David On Sun, Feb 26, 2012 at 1:31 AM, James Pogue wrote: David, your test got out really well. You should get lots of reports soon. I need to go back and listen to my recording but hopefully I grabbed some of the Morse code. I'll be in tough later. Thanks very much for the test. Lots of happy DXers out there right now. 73, Jim _ From: David Harris [mailto:harri...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 1:19 PM To: James Pogue Subject: Re: DX Test Hi Jim, Yes, we are on track. The test will begin at 1:00 AM Pacific time on Sunday Morning and last for half an hour. There will be a full minute of Morse Code at the top of each five minute segment. The Morse Code will be VVV VVV VVV de KRPI KRPI KRPI at 1000 Hz followed by the same sequence at 1500 Hz. The speed is about 12 WPM. There will be an occasional announcement indicating that the station is engaged in a test, and there will be a mix of East Indian Music and Old Time Appalachian Fiddle Band Music. We will be running day power (50kW) and day pattern during the test. I am really looking forward to this event and hope it proves successful. 73 David On Thu, Feb 23, 2012 at 10:03 AM, James Pogue wrote: Hi Dave - just checking to make sure we are on track for the DX test this weekend. Incidentally, do I owe you some Morse code audio files? If so, please just let me know what you need (time length and anything special you want included other than call letters). I'll create the files and email them to you pronto. I hope you can include the Morse code as that will REALLY improve your chances of being heard. Lots of buzz on our email lists about the test so I know lots of folks will be listening. Thanks and all the best, Jim Pogue ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] sounded like rapid fire morse code
Code speed is supposed to be 12 WPM. -Original Message- From: amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info [mailto:amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info] On Behalf Of Chernos Saul Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 3:02 AM To: a...@nrcdxas.org; a...@wtfda.info; irca@hard-core-dx.com; amfmt...@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Amdx] sounded like rapid fire morse code at the TOH on 1550 at Burnt River, caught on tape ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Send your msg to: a...@wtfda.info Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLEDISSEMINATION
I'll pass along your request. I'm not sure how easy or difficult that would be but it can't hurt to ask. -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Stephen Airy Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 7:48 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLEDISSEMINATION Any chance they could run night power and day pattern for a few minutes, or better yet non-directional on day pattern for a few minutes during the test? They have a deep null almost right toward me in southern California, and I have a semi-local Mexican on 1550, XEBG, which will make it almost impossible if they just use day pattern with day power. :( ____ From: James Pogue To: 'Ira Elbert New III' Cc: m...@yahoogroups.com; 'NRCDXAS' ; 'AM WTFDA' ; 'Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America' Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 4:15 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION In case anyone needs them, here are the details for this weekend's tests: KRPI 1550 DX Test KRPI Radio, 1550 kHz, Ferndale, WA will conduct a DX Test on Sunday morning, Feb. 26, 2012 from 4:00 to 4:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The test will consist of voice announcements, Morse code identifications, distinctive music, and audio tones. Chief Engineer David Harris has indicated the station will be using their daytime power and antenna pattern for the test. Reception reports and digital audio recordings may be directed to 1550radio[at]gmail[dot]com. DXers can receive a KRPI QSL card for correct reception reports by sending their reports along with a self-addressed envelope and return postage to the following address: Mr. David Harris, Chief Engineer KRPI Radio P.O. Box 3213 Ferndale, WA 98248 Many thanks to Mr. Harris who is also amateur radio operator AC7OB. * WHP 580 DX Test WHP Radio, 580 kHz, Harrisburg, PA will conduct a DX Test on Monday morning, Feb. 27, 2012 at 12:05, 12:33, 1:05, 1:33, 2:05, 2:33, 3:05, 3:33, 4:05 and 4:33 a.m. Eastern Time for one minute. The test will consist of voice announcements and Morse code identifications. Operations Manager R.J. Harris is also investigating the possibility of using the WHP daytime antenna pattern during the test periods. More information regarding the DX Test will be provided as it is developed. Reception reports and digital audio recordings may be directed to RJHarris[at]ClearChannel[dot]com DXers can receive a WHP QSL card for correct reception reports by sending their reports along with a self-addressed envelope and return postage to the following address: Mr. R.J. Harris, Operations Manager WHP Radio 600 Corporate Circle Harrisburg, PA 17110 Many thanks to Mr. Harris who is also amateur radio operator W3HP. * WTKT 1460 DX Test WTKT Radio, 1460 kHz, Harrisburg, PA will conduct a DX Test on Monday morning, Feb. 27, 2012 at 12:15, 12:45, 1:15, 1:45, 2:15, 2:45, 3:15, 3:45, 4:15 and 4:45 a.m. Eastern Time for one minute. The test will consist of voice announcements and Morse code identifications. Operations Manager R.J. Harris is also investigating the possibility of using the WTKT daytime antenna pattern during the test periods. More information regarding the DX Test will be provided as it is developed. Reception reports and digital audio recordings may be directed to RJHarris[at]ClearChannel[dot]com DXers can receive a WTKT QSL for correct reception reports by sending their reports along with a self-addressed envelope and return postage to the following address: Mr. R.J. Harris, Operations Manager 1460 The Ticket c/o Clear Channel Communications 600 Corporate Circle Harrisburg, PA 17110 Many thanks to Mr. Harris who is also amateur radio operator W3HP. -Original Message- From: Ira Elbert New III [mailto:i...@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 6:10 PM To: James Pogue Cc: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; NRCDXAS; m...@yahoogroups.com; AM WTFDA Subject: Re: [Amdx] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION "What's the frequency, Kenneth?" Sorry. Couldn't resist. Bert Sent from my iPhone On Feb 23, 2012, at 6:55 PM, "James Pogue" wrote: > I double-checked today to make sure we were on track all looks good for both > tests. Here is an "edited" version of what I got back from Dave Harris (I > don't want to give away too much as we want to ensure everyone stays > honest): > > > > "Yes Jim, we are on track. The test will begin at 1:00 AM Pacific time on > Sunday Morning and last for half an hour. There will be a full minute of > Morse Code at the top of each five minute segment. The Morse Code text will > be //deleted// at 1000 Hz followed by the same sequence a
Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION
In case anyone needs them, here are the details for this weekend's tests: KRPI 1550 DX Test KRPI Radio, 1550 kHz, Ferndale, WA will conduct a DX Test on Sunday morning, Feb. 26, 2012 from 4:00 to 4:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The test will consist of voice announcements, Morse code identifications, distinctive music, and audio tones. Chief Engineer David Harris has indicated the station will be using their daytime power and antenna pattern for the test. Reception reports and digital audio recordings may be directed to 1550radio[at]gmail[dot]com. DXers can receive a KRPI QSL card for correct reception reports by sending their reports along with a self-addressed envelope and return postage to the following address: Mr. David Harris, Chief Engineer KRPI Radio P.O. Box 3213 Ferndale, WA 98248 Many thanks to Mr. Harris who is also amateur radio operator AC7OB. * WHP 580 DX Test WHP Radio, 580 kHz, Harrisburg, PA will conduct a DX Test on Monday morning, Feb. 27, 2012 at 12:05, 12:33, 1:05, 1:33, 2:05, 2:33, 3:05, 3:33, 4:05 and 4:33 a.m. Eastern Time for one minute. The test will consist of voice announcements and Morse code identifications. Operations Manager R.J. Harris is also investigating the possibility of using the WHP daytime antenna pattern during the test periods. More information regarding the DX Test will be provided as it is developed. Reception reports and digital audio recordings may be directed to RJHarris[at]ClearChannel[dot]com DXers can receive a WHP QSL card for correct reception reports by sending their reports along with a self-addressed envelope and return postage to the following address: Mr. R.J. Harris, Operations Manager WHP Radio 600 Corporate Circle Harrisburg, PA 17110 Many thanks to Mr. Harris who is also amateur radio operator W3HP. * WTKT 1460 DX Test WTKT Radio, 1460 kHz, Harrisburg, PA will conduct a DX Test on Monday morning, Feb. 27, 2012 at 12:15, 12:45, 1:15, 1:45, 2:15, 2:45, 3:15, 3:45, 4:15 and 4:45 a.m. Eastern Time for one minute. The test will consist of voice announcements and Morse code identifications. Operations Manager R.J. Harris is also investigating the possibility of using the WTKT daytime antenna pattern during the test periods. More information regarding the DX Test will be provided as it is developed. Reception reports and digital audio recordings may be directed to RJHarris[at]ClearChannel[dot]com DXers can receive a WTKT QSL for correct reception reports by sending their reports along with a self-addressed envelope and return postage to the following address: Mr. R.J. Harris, Operations Manager 1460 The Ticket c/o Clear Channel Communications 600 Corporate Circle Harrisburg, PA 17110 Many thanks to Mr. Harris who is also amateur radio operator W3HP. -Original Message- From: Ira Elbert New III [mailto:i...@hotmail.com] Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 6:10 PM To: James Pogue Cc: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America; NRCDXAS; m...@yahoogroups.com; AM WTFDA Subject: Re: [Amdx] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION "What's the frequency, Kenneth?" Sorry. Couldn't resist. Bert Sent from my iPhone On Feb 23, 2012, at 6:55 PM, "James Pogue" wrote: > I double-checked today to make sure we were on track all looks good for both > tests. Here is an "edited" version of what I got back from Dave Harris (I > don't want to give away too much as we want to ensure everyone stays > honest): > > > > "Yes Jim, we are on track. The test will begin at 1:00 AM Pacific time on > Sunday Morning and last for half an hour. There will be a full minute of > Morse Code at the top of each five minute segment. The Morse Code text will > be //deleted// at 1000 Hz followed by the same sequence at 1500 Hz. The > speed is about 12 WPM. There will be an occasional announcement indicating > that the station is engaged in a test, and there will be a mix of //unique > music// and //more unique music//. > > We will be running day power (50kW) and day pattern during the test. I am > really looking forward to this event and hope it proves successful. > > 73, David" > > > > I also checked with RJ Harris at WTKT and WHP and he said everything is set > to go for his tests too. > > > > Good luck everyone - I'm hoping many of us will log some new ones this > weekend. > > > > 73, Jim Pogue > > ___ > This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. > Amdx mailing list > Send your msg to: a...@wtfda.info > Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info > Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo
[IRCA] DX Tests update - PLEASE GIVE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION
I double-checked today to make sure we were on track all looks good for both tests. Here is an "edited" version of what I got back from Dave Harris (I don't want to give away too much as we want to ensure everyone stays honest): "Yes Jim, we are on track. The test will begin at 1:00 AM Pacific time on Sunday Morning and last for half an hour. There will be a full minute of Morse Code at the top of each five minute segment. The Morse Code text will be //deleted// at 1000 Hz followed by the same sequence at 1500 Hz. The speed is about 12 WPM. There will be an occasional announcement indicating that the station is engaged in a test, and there will be a mix of //unique music// and //more unique music//. We will be running day power (50kW) and day pattern during the test. I am really looking forward to this event and hope it proves successful. 73, David" I also checked with RJ Harris at WTKT and WHP and he said everything is set to go for his tests too. Good luck everyone - I'm hoping many of us will log some new ones this weekend. 73, Jim Pogue ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] KRPI-1550 Daytime Pattern
I'll ask him if non-directional is a possibility. 73, Jim Pogue -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Stephen Airy Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 4:26 PM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] KRPI-1550 Daytime Pattern So what would be my best chance of logging them in south El Cajon (east of San Diego), CA? Looking at their pattern data and plot (as well including the field strength values specified in the detailed results) and calculating from that info, their ERP toward me on their day pattern appears to be about 375 watts, and on their night pattern looks like about 1.6 kW. (I'm in a deep null in their day pattern, and a not-quite-as-deep null in their night pattern.) To compound matters, I have a local 1 kW ND co-channel, XEBG, about 17.5 miles from me that's only about 30° different from the opposite (180°) bearing, and all my antennas have a figure 8 pickup pattern. It *IS* possible to get a deep null on a local station, but I have to position the radio *JUST* right ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7fU5hIIuOY ) to do so (which eliminates my ability to simultaneously specifically peak a desired station unless it just happens to be on the right bearing). Any chance they could run part of the test non-directional so I (as well as others in California) would have a chance at logging them? (I often hear 50kW ND KUAZ Tuscon on the channel when they're on around sunrise/sunset.) From: Bruce Portzer To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 12:41 PM Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] KRPI-1550 Daytime Pattern KRPI's actual daytime antenna pattern can be viewed on the FCC website http://transition.fcc.gov/ftp/Bureaus/MB/Databases/AM_DA_patterns/127961-231 02.pdf One of the two main lobes is at 90 degrees, so it should get out well to the east. The local geo graphy skews the groundwave quite a bit, what with saltwater to the west and the C ascade mountains to the east, which explains the coverage shown on R adio L ocator. Bruce - Original Message - From: "David Yocis" To: "NRC" , irca@hard-core-dx.com, a...@lists.wtfda.info Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 11:48:36 AM Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] KRPI-1550 Daytime Pattern Neil Kazaross has reported hearing KRPI in Chicagoland at sunset on several occasions, so the day pattern does send some power eastward. David Yocis To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@lists.wtfda.info From: midcapem...@aol.com Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:54:23 -0500 CC: a...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [NRC-AM] KRPI-1550 Daytime Pattern Well, upon further review, I can see that their daytime pattern does have a pretty good lobe to the East. http://www.radio-locator.com/cgi-bin/pat?call=KRPI&service=AM&status=L&hours =D Marc DeLorenzo South Dennis, Cape Cod, Massachusetts http://www.wtfda.info/showthread.php?t=228 ___ The NRC AM mailing list Now accepting pre-orders for the 32nd AM Radio Log Questions? ow...@nrcdxas.org Latest DX Tests are found at http://www.nrcdxas.org ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a mess
[IRCA] PAL adapter for Eton E-1
Does anyone know a U.S. source for an antenna adapter for the Eton E-1 to go from the PAL-TO-F connector to a female type F connector? Thanks and 73, Jim Pogue - KH2AR/W4 Memphis, TN ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] KOA address for QSLs?
My friend in Europe heard the KOA 25 mHz feeder today. Has anyone received a QSL from them lately and have a verie signer or other info they can share to help him get his QSL? Thanks and 73, Jim Pogue Memphis ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] WGBW Test (10-11p PDT): Should I try? Which radio 2 use?
Anyone hearing anything yet? Nada here. Jim Pogue - Memphis -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Tim Hills Sent: Saturday, October 22, 2011 11:45 PM To: Stephen Airy; Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] WGBW Test (10-11p PDT): Should I try? Which radio 2 use? Offhand I'd say your best bet would be the PL-606 with the Select-a-tenna. The DSP might filter out the IBOC crud. Good chance, probably not, some chance, always. I'm using a DX-440 and homebrew variable geometry active ferrite. (Don't know how else to describe it) The 440 is not known fro it's MW performance and I'm still not quite satisfied with the antenna but I'm working on it. A lot of fading in and out on 1590 tonight so if they're running CW I might catch it even though I'm in the daytime null Tim Hills Sioux Falls, SD On 10/22/2011 23:25, Stephen Airy wrote: > Hi all, regarding the WGBW test... > > I'm about 2834.46 km from them at a bearing of 253.47°. According to their daytime pattern data, they have a standard field of 76.96 mV/m @ 1 km. (Their IDF for 10kW is 1098.7 mV/m; calculations indicate they radiate approximately 49 watts in my direction.) > My main nighttime pest is 1580 KMIK Tempe, AZ, whose IBOC-spewing jammer blasts me from 482.23 km at a bearing toward me of 262.18°. Their field toward me is approximately 2875 mV/m @ 1 km. (IDF is 2026.04 mV/m; calculations indicating their ERP toward me is about 100 kW.) > On many occasions at night, KMIK has been about as strong as 600 KOGO @ 8 miles on its 5kW pattern, 910 KECR @ 9 miles on its 5kW day pattern, 1170 KCBQ @ 9 miles on its 2.9kW night pattern and 1360 KLSD @ 8 miles on its 1kW night operations. > > I'm also wondering which radio should I use? Should I use the Tecsun PL-606 with its narrow DSP filtering? Or, should I use the GE Superradio III with its longer ferrite bar? In either case, I do have a Select-A-Tenna available, which I expect to use as well. > > Do I have any reasonable chance of hearing them here? > ___ > > ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] IRCA Digest, Vol 83, Issue 70
Thanks Randy. It's good to know that if my 2010 gives up the ghost there is something fairly comparable out there available. And the 7600 is a lot cheaper than what I paid for the 2010 several decades ago! 73, Jim -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Stewart, Joseph R Sent: Friday, March 25, 2011 4:01 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] IRCA Digest, Vol 83, Issue 70 Jim Pogue asks: Randy, how would you say the Sony ICF-7600GR compares with the ICF-2010? Unfortunately I've never owned a 2010 (though I played with one in a store once!), but from all indications the 2010 has the superior synchronous detector circuit (evidently Sony's never quite managed to duplicate its excellent qualities in any other sync-equipped radio), but the 7600's works well. The 7600, being quite a bit smaller, has a smaller built-in ferrite bar antenna, thus it isn't quite the powerhouse the 2010 was/is in terms of LW/MW reception. It's also not as sensitive on SW. Still, I can log TAs here in Missouri on the 7600 when conditions are good. My biggest complaint with it is the audio quality, which is mediocre at best on LW/MW/SW--stereo FM thru headphones is fine. It only comes with one built-in IF bandwidth, but it's actually pretty good for DX purposes. Its sideband reception is fairly stable--the rotary thumbwheel for fine-tuning SSB is pretty touchy, and gets more so with age, but you can manage pretty good ECSS reception. I've always really! liked the 7600 overall. Randy Stewart Springfield MO ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] DX Tests - preliminary results - please review for accuracy
Craig indicated that he'd be more than willing to test again. We'll be sure to follow this fall. Jim Pogue Memphis -Original Message- From: irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com [mailto:irca-boun...@hard-core-dx.com] On Behalf Of Mike Sanburn Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2011 5:12 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com Subject: Re: [IRCA] DX Tests - preliminary results - please review for accuracy Wow, what a thoroughly impressive list. Thanks to all who were involved setting these up. I would really hope that these stations (especially WKVQ) will be willing to do this again, perhaps when next season rolls around. --Mike > From: sau...@sympatico.ca > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org; a...@wtfda.info; amfmt...@mailman.qth.net > Date: Tue, 22 Mar 2011 17:58:49 -0400 > Subject: [IRCA] DX Tests - preliminary results - please review for accuracy > > PLEASE READ AND CHECK FOR ACCURACY: > > This is a list of DXers who have reported the latest three DX tests to the four e-mail lists I subscribe to. Any corrections and additions are welcome before I finalize the lists this weekend. > > > 1440 WFNY NY GLOVERSVILLE - HEARD: > * MN George Sherman - Heard what may have been code at start, partial calls, assorted sound - This appears to be the farthest reception reported to the DX lists > DC Bill Whitacre > IL Tom Jasinski > MA Allan Dunn > MA Robert Young > MI John Rieger > MI Tim Tromp > NJ Bob Antoniuk > NY Jim Renfrew > OH David Faulkner > PA Russ Edmunds > PA Mark Clark > TN Steve Francis > VT Steve Howe > VA George Santulli > WI Bill Dvorak > WI Tim Noonan > ON Robert Ross > ON Mike Brooker > ON Barry McLarnon > ON Dave Pyatt > > > 1440 WFNY NY GLOVERSVILLE - MAYBE HEARD: > ID Frank Aden - Code at 0105? > OK Glenn Hauser - Heard few beeps of morse code, probably WFNY, but not enough to copy > > > 1440 WFNY NY GLOVERSVILLE - NOT HEARD: > CO Wayne Heinen - Tapes revealed nothing but KMAJ > NE Rick Dau - A no-show at this locality > OK Bruce Winkelman - 1430 KTBZ had IBOC off overnight, but only WGEM > PA Rene Tetro - I tried. Local WNPV 1440 Lansdale made it difficult despite driving into a null > AB Nigel Piumblett - No trace of the test > BC Nick Hall-Patch - Mostly Wetaskiwin with a talker underneath > MB Shawn Axelrod > > + > > 1540 WKVQ GA EATONTON - HEARD > > * DOES ANYONE KNOW ABOUT A REPORTED NEW ZEALAND RECEPTION? > * SCOTLAND Paul Crankshaw - Heard in Troon. With details about reception reports and morse IDs, Sleigh Ride playing in the background. Bahamas dominant > * UNITED KINGDOM Barry Davies - 4000 miles, morse code, heard best at 1540.06 u/ZNS1 Nassau > * OR Pat Martin - If it wasn't for the morse code - first hour. Second hour much stronger, beautiful morse code ID followed by instrumental music > * AB Nigel Pimblett - Despite auroral conditions and noise from KFBK. Heard zero from first test but some very weak code just after 0700 UTC on second test. > * MT Tom Kraft - Morse test tones twice using a Kenwood R-600 and KIWA loop > * CO Robert Wien - Morse code IDs > * CO Wayne Heinen - Nothing until morse ID & Christmas guitar music popped through > CT Mike Bugaj > CT Bill Nollman > CT Ron Musco > DE John Cereghin > DE Peter Jernakoff > IL Neil Kazaross > IL Tom Jasinski > IN David Hascall > MA Robert Young > MA Keith McGinnis > MI Tim Tromp > MN George Sherman > NJ Rick Shaftan > NY Art ? (in Ithaca) > NY Jim Chenard > NY Jim Renfrew > OH Michael Procop > OK Glenn Hauser > OK Richard Allen - 822 miles on barefoot SRF-T615, sometimes with fair signal strength > OK Bruce Winkelman > PA Brett Saylor > PA Scott Levitt > PA Russ Edmunds > TN J.D. Stephens, Brandon Jordan and Jim Pogue at Shelby Forest State Park near Memphis > TN Willis Monk > SC Powell Way > TN Doug Smith > TN Steve Francis > TN Kevin Redding > VT Steve Howe > VA George Santulli > WI Tim Noonan > WI Bill Dvorak > MB Shawn Axelrod - Code IDs at u/KXEL > ON Robert Ross on Sony SRF-T615 ULR barefoot at 675 miles > ON Tony Ward > ON Dave Pyatt > ON Barry McLarnon > ON Saul Chernos > > > 1540 WKVQ GA EATONTON - NOT HEARD > > WA Pete Taylor - Wishful thinking: Too much KXPA and KFBK IBOC > BC Nick Hall-Patch - Nothing obvious noted out on the west coast for the first 15 minutes > > + > > 1250 WYTH GA MADISON - HEARD > > * MB Shawn Axelrod - Sweep tones only, with CHSM nulled. Is this the farthest reception? > DC Bill Whitacre > IL Neil Kazaross > IL Paul Walker > IL Tom Jasinski > MI Joe Miller > MI Tim Tromp > PA Russ Edmunds > PA Mark Clark > PA Brett Saylor > TN Steve Francis > TN Jim Pogue > TN Willis Monk > WV David Yocis > WI Bill Dvorak > ON Barry McLarnon > > > 1250 WYTH GA MADISON - MAYBE HEARD: > > IL Paul Walker - Two real brief sweep tone type sound effects; other then that, the signal is buried in the mud and can't tell if the music is form WYTH or someone else. > MO Earl Higgins - Occasional weak tones around 1:03 and 1:09 ELT, not really enough to put into the log books, so for now this will hav
Re: [IRCA] [Amdx] WYTH-1250 DX test
Sweep tones and Morse code heard at 0112 EDT. Weak but definitely there. Jim Pogue Memphis, TN -Original Message- From: amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info [mailto:amdx-boun...@lists.wtfda.info] On Behalf Of Steve Francis Sent: Saturday, March 19, 2011 12:11 AM To: amdxm...@aol.com; a...@lists.wtfda.info; irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@nrcdxas.org Subject: [Amdx] WYTH-1250 DX test Code at 1:03, not strong. Faint 1kHz tone is possibly from a TA and might not be there next hour. Nothing else noted from WYTH through 1:10. Steve Francis Alcoa, Tennessee ___ This is Amdx - The WTFDA AM DX List. Amdx mailing list Send your msg to: a...@wtfda.info Your Info Page: http://lists.wtfda.info/listinfo.cgi/amdx-wtfda.info Visit the WTFDA Forum at http://www.wtfda.info to view or upload your audio files! Register first. ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
Re: [IRCA] Updated info on WYTH DX Test
A quick reminder of the tests tonight. I just confirmed with Craig and everything is a GO. Good luck everyone. 73, Jim Pogue _ From: James Pogue [mailto:kh...@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 4:55 PM To: 'b...@comcast.net'; 'phil_te...@yahoo.com'; 'w8...@wlio.com'; 'wghau...@yahoo.com'; 'hard-core...@hard-core-dx.com'; 'irca@hard-core-dx.com'; 'j...@bellsouth.net'; 'jdstephens...@yahoo.com'; 'ab...@yahoo.com'; 'edi...@monitoringtimes.com'; 'dougsm...@monitoringtimes.com'; 'larryvanh...@monitoringtimes.com'; 'a...@nrcdxas.org'; 'plsbcbd...@aol.com'; 'walkerbroadcast...@gmail.com'; 'n...@ican.net'; 'a...@lists.wtfda.info'; 'gayl...@brmemc.net'; 'dx-midamer...@webtv.net'; 'Saul Chernos'; 'bran...@bcdx.org'; 'J.D's E-Mail'; 'BARRY DAVIES'; 'StarStation' Subject: Updated info on WYTH DX Test *** PLEASE GIVE THIS INFORMATION THE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION *** Craig Baker was so pleased with the results from last weekend's WKVQ DX Test, he's offered to run another early test for European DXers in hopes that they will hear WYTH too. Here are the details: WYTH, 1250 Khz, 1 KW, Madison, GA will test on March 19, 2011 from 1:00-1:30 AM Eastern Daylight Saving Time (0500-0530 UTC). Test may include Morse code IDs, voice IDs, special music, and sweep tones. WYTH, 1250 Khz, 1 KW, Madison, GA will test on March 19, 2011 from 2:00-2:30 AM Eastern Daylight Saving Time (0600-0630 UTC). Test may include Morse code IDs, voice IDs, special music, and sweep tones. Reception reports may be sent to starstation[at]bellsouth[dot]net which will be acknowledged with an eQSL or snail mail reports which will be acknowledged with a traditional QSL card. Please be sure to include return postage if sending a postal reception report. WYTH Radio, Attn: DX Test P.O. Box 3965 Eatonton, GA 31024-3965 During the test, phone calls will also be accepted at 706-485-8792. Special thanks to Chief Engineer Craig Baker, for making this test possible. -Jim Pogue, KH2AR ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] Updated info on WYTH DX Test
*** PLEASE GIVE THIS INFORMATION THE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION *** Craig Baker was so pleased with the results from last weekend's WKVQ DX Test, he's offered to run another early test for European DXers in hopes that they will hear WYTH too. Here are the details: WYTH, 1250 Khz, 1 KW, Madison, GA will test on March 19, 2011 from 1:00-1:30 AM Eastern Daylight Saving Time (0500-0530 UTC). Test may include Morse code IDs, voice IDs, special music, and sweep tones. WYTH, 1250 Khz, 1 KW, Madison, GA will test on March 19, 2011 from 2:00-2:30 AM Eastern Daylight Saving Time (0600-0630 UTC). Test may include Morse code IDs, voice IDs, special music, and sweep tones. Reception reports may be sent to starstation[at]bellsouth[dot]net which will be acknowledged with an eQSL or snail mail reports which will be acknowledged with a traditional QSL card. Please be sure to include return postage if sending a postal reception report. WYTH Radio, Attn: DX Test P.O. Box 3965 Eatonton, GA 31024-3965 During the test, phone calls will also be accepted at 706-485-8792. Special thanks to Chief Engineer Craig Baker, for making this test possible. -Jim Pogue, KH2AR ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
[IRCA] WKVQ DX Tests this weekend
PLEASE GIVE THIS INFORMATION THE WIDEST POSSIBLE DISSEMINATION This is a reminder of the two DX tests from WKVQ radio scheduled this Friday night (early Saturday morning). I just checked with Craig and everything is a go. Here again are the details: WKVQ, 1540 Khz, 10 KW, Eatonton, GA will test on March 12, 2011 from 1:00-1:30 AM Eastern Standard Time (0600-0630 UTC). This test is being conducted especially for DXers in Europe in hopes that they will have a shot at hearing WKVQ just before their local sunrise. WKVQ, 1540 Khz, 10 KW, Eatonton, GA will test on March 12, 2011 from 2:00-2:30 AM Eastern Standard Time. Test will include Morse code IDs, voice IDs, special music, and sweep tones. Reception reports may be sent to starstation[at]bellsouth[dot]net which will be acknowledged with an eQSL or snail mail reports which will be acknowledged with a traditional QSL card. WKVQ Radio, Attn: DX Test, P.O. Box 3965, Eatonton, GA 31024-3965 During the test, phone calls will also be accepted at 706-485-8792. Special thanks to Chief Engineer Craig Baker, for making this test possible. Good luck - Jim Pogue ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing list are those of the original contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the IRCA, its editors, publishing staff, or officers For more information: http://www.ircaonline.org To Post a message: irca@hard-core-dx.com
