I participate in in the weekly mini-contests sponsored by CWOps, called CWTs. I
generally operate in the 1 hour session at 0300 UTC. At that time, most of my
contacts will be in North America. Naturally my signal will be weaker there
than most of the competition, so I mostly search and pounce. I
We Californians are used to unboring. We love it here.
Disasters? Bring it. Great for KX2/3 testing :)
Wayne
N6KR
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> On Nov 2, 2019, at 6:35 PM, Doug Renwick wrote:
>
> The big question is 'how much longer can Elecraft survive in California and
> have to move elsewhere".
> D
Good Evening,
Remember the time change this week. Both nets will start an hour
earlier if you use your local time as a reference. But if you use UTC
to reckon time there is no change. I tried this last year and it better
fit the propagation than did the previous method where the local ti
The positive part of a power shutoff is the elimination of nearby RFI. Run from
battery and you can hear the world.
Unfortunately, some people have lost nearly everything. A good friend of ours
lost his house in the Tubbs Fire (Santa Rosa), has moved into gtheir newly
rebuilt house, and had to
It is wise to listen to CW stations across the band and determine what
speed they are running. Then operate at the speed that MOST of the
stations are using. This will get the MOST responses.
I used the trial version of CW Skimmer for this purpose recently. I
have other software that will
As a 20wpm Extra of advancing age, I admit I can no longer copy at 35. In fact,
I will also admit that now days I begin to have trouble at around 20.
I’m not a contester, but what I’ve taken to doing is haunting the Novice bands.
I answer CQ’s about 2 to 3wpm faster than they’re being sent. I d
Howard Sherer
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In fumbling winnowing through Elecraft Digest Vol 187, Issue 4, I came across
Item 16, a cryptic entry concerning an SSB net. I have to admit I was certain
such a net would exist but the frequency, time and day for said net are not
clearly spelled out. What are the specifics for this net??
Jo
I've lived in California for a few decades.
I've evacuated three times due to wildfires, all of them coming closer
than I'd like.
I have never lost a single thing due to fire -- just some sleepless nights.
The power situation (especially in PG&E territory) is a different story,
but one that'
i think a bit of an over reaction.
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> On Nov 2, 2019, at 9:37 PM, Doug Renwick wrote:
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> The big question is 'how much longer can Elecraft survive in California and
> have to move elsewhere".
> Doug
>
>
> -Original Message-
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> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] (OT) Ca Fire
I don't care what you say ... higher speed does not necessarily
translate to better communication. In fact, as I demonstrated here* and
as countless 160m ops will attest, lower speed is typically more
intelligible under conditions of low S/N ratio:
* http://www.ab7e.com/weak_signal/Calls
The big question is 'how much longer can Elecraft survive in California and
have to move elsewhere".
Doug
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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] (OT) Ca Fires
No impact that I know of.
Wayne
N6KR
> On Nov 2, 2019, at 12:19 PM, Jim H via Elecraft
wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> Just wonder
On Sat, Nov 2, 2019 at 6:44 PM EricJ wrote:
> ...At 45 wpm, most ham ops need you to send your call three times or
> more...
>
===
Yeah, it's pretty obvious that sending a call faster and more times isn't
an automatic way to improve end-to-end communication -- you could send it a
lot
In addition those sending at 45 wpm miss a lot of Q's because many, many
stations will not respond to them because they can't copy their callsign.
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On
Behalf Of EricJ
Sent: Saturday, November 2, 2019 4:43 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.q
Use something like Google's Calendar. Create reminders using UTC for ham
radio and other things that occur based on UTC. And, unless you use your
memory instead, you'll always get a reminder at the correct time, regardless
of your local time.
It's too bad so many time keeping devices account f
Sending at the speed of the receiving station is usually the best way to
improve probability of exchanging call signs.
At 45 wpm, most ham ops need you to send your call three times or more
to get it so you haven't accomplished much in the way of speedier
communication. Also simple math.
Eri
Will the K4 run the KCOMM app? If not what will?
Tnx
Bruce Wade
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Some prefer the challenge of isolating a CW signal in order to decode it. They
use filtering. Eliminating interference is difficult. Interference comes from
numerous sources.
An exchange of call signs is the desired result in a pile up or contest
exchange.
Sending at a lower speed does not
Interesting your comment about neurons and learning language. I have done
well with languages but am now having a very hard time with Welsh.
On Sat, Nov 2, 2019 at 16:43 Grant Youngman wrote:
> I take solace in the fact that I still have enough neurons to remember how
> to open a fine bottle of
I take solace in the fact that I still have enough neurons to remember how to
open a fine bottle of a very hoppy IPA. Guess I’ve used those a lot :-)
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> On Nov 2, 2019, at 4:32 PM, Jim Danehy wrote:
>
> You learn at an EARLY AGE. Young kids learn to be multi language becau
Jim, W9VNE/VA3VNE
Certainly the brain is heavily involved in CW "translation". But
also the sound transducer (the ear) and the RF converter (the antenna/radio).
High speed CW receiving requires skill in language
translation. Those with true multi-linguistic ability "think" in all
languages
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I am glad that Elecraft is not affected. I am sorry that anyone is being
impacted by these devastating fires. I can't imagine, other than being
physically injured or killed, anything that would impact anyone more than
being displaced or having your home and property destroyed by fire.
-Origina
You learn at an EARLY AGE. Young kids learn to be multi language because of
certain NEURONS. There are an abundance of them. Not used they die. Your
ability to learn CW and LANGUAGES diminishes. You may disagree. So be it.
But missing NEURONS is critical. More difficult for adults to learn langu
No impact that I know of.
Wayne
N6KR
> On Nov 2, 2019, at 12:19 PM, Jim H via Elecraft
> wrote:
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> Hi,
>
> Just wondering how the CA fires are affecting Elecraft?
> Jim h.k7...@aol.com
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-40F is the same temperature as -40C
Paul
> On Nov 2, 2019, at 7:27 PM, Eric Norris wrote:
>
> Lithium AA batteries are good to -40F or -40C. My question remains. Does
> anyone know the answer? Thanks.
>
> 73 Eric WD6DBM
>
> On Sat, Nov 2, 2019, 5:13 AM Tommy wrote:
>
>> Eric,
>>
>>
On 11/1/2019 8:03 PM, Rich wrote:
They have no direct relationship to compression in dB. View compression
in dB from the display, which varies on voice peaks. A good rule of
thumb is 10 dB.
73, Jim K9YC
Are the K3S compression values 0 - 40 equal to DB or are they just
arbitrary numbers?
We run two stations, both K3, P3, KPA500, KAT500, with antennas two FEET
apart for county expeditions. See
k9yc.com/7QP.pdf and
http://k9yc.com/Multi-Station.pdf
73, Jim K9YC
On 11/1/2019 6:16 PM, K9ZTV wrote:
Notice he said 50 YARDS, not feet.
73,
Kent K9ZTV
On Nov 1, 2019, at 10:48 AM,
Lithium AA batteries are good to -40F or -40C. My question remains. Does
anyone know the answer? Thanks.
73 Eric WD6DBM
On Sat, Nov 2, 2019, 5:13 AM Tommy wrote:
> Eric,
>
> Batteries do NOT like cold or excessive heat so I wouldn't store the
> battery in either conditions.
>
> 73!
>
> T
Hi,
Just wondering how the CA fires are affecting Elecraft?
Jim h.k7...@aol.com
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"Your mileage may vary" and in my case it does and I respectfully
disagree. A number of years ago, I had inherited a completely stock
Hallicrafters SX-28 [with the big bass reflex speaker] from an SK estate
and decided to do a CW NAQP a la mid 50's when I was a teenager and new
ham. It was to
Just remember to wire the turnbuckle after tensioning otherwise a nice
free turning item will tend to unwind.
There are web sites that illustrate various options.
Regards,
Mike VP8NO
On 02/11/2019 12:28, Richard wrote:
Begin forwarded message:
From: Richard
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Turnb
Re: "Rohn tower hardware is hot dipped galvanized steel. I'd take their
knowledge over any "tower guy" or any other person for that matter."Exactly!
The science of materials and their proper manufacturing and use is far too
complex to be summed up in an email or by statements like, "Material X
Re: "Rohn tower hardware is hot dipped galvanized steel. I'd take their
knowledge over any "tower guy" or any other person for that matter."Exactly!
The science of materials and their proper manufacturing and use is far too
complex to be summed up in an email or by statements like, "Material X
I use Permatex anti-seize, same as west marine sells. I’ve only used ss
turnbuckles for truss cables & anything I want to look pretty (architectural).
Never a problem when threads are coated. Tower guys always galvanized. SS is a
PITA with galling. I suppose if you’re in a real corrosive environ
Richard,
I used to use a lanolin based product on my stainless turnbuckles on
my boat. That is no longer available. So, what I suggest is that you go
on line to West Marine and see what they have and recommend. Nothing is
as finicky as the materials in a marine environment. Salt air and wat
Here is another for you. Background. In order to be able to take them on
airplanes tandem bicycles are often made with stainless steel couplers than can
be unscrewed to take the frame apart. Adding the couplers to a tandem add
between $1000 and $2000 to an already multi thousand dollar bicyc
Richard,
I would go with the Farm Equipment folks on this. Many parts of farm
equipment are actually turnbuckles of one style or another and some of
that equipment is left in the open air. The grease coating prevents
moisture intrusion and potential seizing no matter what the material
type m
Oops…I meant galvanized. Just not stainless.
John
WA1EAZ
> On Nov 2, 2019, at 11:09 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote:
>
> Rohn tower hardware is hot dipped galvanized steel. I'd take their knowledge
> over any "tower guy" or any other person for that matter.
>
> Remember, your tower and perhaps s
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> From: Richard
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Turnbuckle Threads -- Clarification for All
> Date: November 2, 2019 at 11:25:17 AM EDT
> To: Mark Goldberg
>
> These ropes are more accurately anti-droop cords on a long-boom yagi.
>
> I am in central Florida, nowhere ne
If it's still at 1800Z, then it didn't change. "Standard" time should not be
used in ham radio.
Wes N7WS
On 11/2/2019 5:30 AM, Eric Lanzl wrote:
Just a reminder that with the time changing to standard time the Elecraft SSB
net will take place one hour earlier. The time of the net is still 1
Rohn tower hardware is hot dipped galvanized steel. I'd take their
knowledge over any "tower guy" or any other person for that matter.
Remember, your tower and perhaps someones life may depend on your tower
hardware, use and installation.
73
Bob, K4TAX
On 11/2/2019 9:59 AM, John Stengrevi
My tower guy says stainless is too brittle. Use anodized instead.
John
WA1EAZ
> On Nov 2, 2019, at 10:56 AM, Mark Goldberg wrote:
>
> Richard:
>
> If you are asking about anti-seize, I use Nickle anti-seize on stainless
> hardware, even in Aluminum.
> What is your environment? Are you near sa
Richard:
If you are asking about anti-seize, I use Nickle anti-seize on stainless
hardware, even in Aluminum.
What is your environment? Are you near salt water? What are your
temperature extremes?
I am in a dry climate so Aluminum - Stainless Steel galvanic corrosion is
not a big issue.
John:
Wh
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I would not use stainless.
John
WA1EAZ
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> On Nov 2, 2019, at 10:17 AM, Richard wrote:
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> For stainless steel/stainless steel turnbuckles being used on guys ropes,
> what’s the best stuff with which to protect the threads?
>
> Cheers,
>
> Richard Kunc - W4KBX
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what’s the best stuff with which to protect the threads?
Cheers,
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Just a reminder that with the time changing to standard time the Elecraft SSB
net will take place one hour earlier. The time of the net is still 1800Z.
Please join us for the net on Sunday.
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Eric,
Batteries do NOT like cold or excessive heat so I wouldn't store the
battery in either conditions.
73!
Tom - KB2SMS
On 11/2/19 8:04 AM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote:
Does anyone know what a safe temperature is for storing--not operating--a KX2,
with batteries? 32F? 20F? 10F?
Does anyone know what a safe temperature is for storing--not operating--a KX2,
with batteries? 32F? 20F? 10F? I can't find the answer in the manual,
brochure, or FAQs
Thanks and 73, Eric WD6DBM
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Snipping bits. Some good points.
On 02/11/2019 11:31, Jim Danehy wrote:
Unfortunately you can tune the bands and not hear a CW signal. Hit the FT 8 QRG
and there are stations.
I've pretty much come to detest FT-whatever for the apparent demise of,
other what I consider more real modes :( I hav
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