Re: [IRCA] WRTH

2006-12-29 Thread Patrick Martin
Pete, I haven't got mine as yet either. I also ordered from Amazon. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messag

Re: [IRCA] Saddam Hussein's impending execution

2006-12-29 Thread Patrick Martin
With my big dish over on IA-5, I get Al Jazerra in English now. It would not surprise me if they run the whole thing. I don't care to watch... Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com

Re: [IRCA] WRTH

2006-12-30 Thread Patrick Martin
I am wondering, if this is an Amazon thing, or the WRTH will not be in the stores until Feb or March? If I see it, I can always buy a copy and cancel the Amazon order. Feb or March seems a bit long in the tooth. Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager

Re: [IRCA] WRTH received!

2006-12-30 Thread Patrick Martin
Steve, That is great news! Hopefully mine will show up soon. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this

Re: [IRCA] OT : Hussein hung

2006-12-30 Thread Patrick Martin
Everyone, Unfortunately, I have received a few complaints about this OT thread is going on too long. So, we should go back to DX. Thanks. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Co Moderator ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http

Re: [IRCA] 1377 China CRN! weak

2006-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Dennis, That is a great catch. I am not sure I have even caught that one! Good going! Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in

Re: [IRCA] WRTH received!

2006-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Walt, I may check, if I don't get in in the next week or so, when I go to Portland. If it is on the book selves there, I may just buy one retail and cancel Amazon.com. Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA

Re: [IRCA] WHO 1040

2006-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
KSL 1160 did the same thing over Labor Day, I believe. Patrick Martin KAVT Reception 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

Re: [IRCA] China 1377

2007-01-01 Thread Patrick Martin
Dennis, Probably would have trouble getting decent audio here with KAST 1370 5 miles away, but probably a het. I could phase out KAST but I don't know what pattern I would be left with so I may not hear 1377 anyway. Great going. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Ma

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Drake R-8 repair question

2007-01-01 Thread Patrick Martin
ll do. Universal & Grove does also. It may be a glitch though. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions expressed in messages on this mailing

Re: [IRCA] [dxtip] XEPE-1700

2007-01-01 Thread Patrick Martin
Dennis, According to their CE, Bill Lipis (ex IRCAer from the 60s), XEPE is running 10 KW ND 24/7. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca

Re: [IRCA] XEPE "Cash 1700"

2007-01-01 Thread Patrick Martin
lier said 1630 is 10/1 KW. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception 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 orig

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Re: Drake R-8 repair question

2007-01-02 Thread Patrick Martin
Patrick, Sorry to hear that. So far no problems with mine that I bought new in 92, and I am keeping my fingers crossed too. You might check with Universal or Grove for pricing. I knew Drake was spendy, but they are the factory and generally those are spendy. Good luck. 73, Patrick Patrick

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Re: Drake R-8 repair question

2007-01-02 Thread Patrick Martin
P.S. If you do plan on sending it to Drake, call the service dept first to get an RA number and also check to see if it might be something simple. You never know, there might be an easy fix to it. Patrick Patrick Martin KAVT Reception Manager ___ IRCA

[IRCA] New EWE Idea

2018-11-18 Thread Patrick Martin
sting thing about this EWE, it will be longer than my old SW one. Should be interesting to try. More later. 73, Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [IRCA] TP from Masset for 31 2018

2019-01-03 Thread Patrick Martin
come on with the weather/current conditions, go off and another would pop on. Some were weaker than others, and some not audible. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager From: IRCA on behalf of Volodya S Sent: Monday, December 31, 2018 12:59

Re: [IRCA] TP report from Masset for January 1 2019

2019-01-03 Thread Patrick Martin
Gary, Never logged 693, but heard & QSL'd 558. Too much JJ on 693 when I tried. Great catch! 73, Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager From: IRCA on behalf of Gary DeBock Sent: Tuesday, January 1, 2019 8:17 PM To: Mailing list for the Inte

[IRCA] New EWE Antenna thoughts

2019-01-12 Thread Patrick Martin
need to repair the SW EWE that came down too. The one over to the tree in the field. Between our storms, the Elk and the salt air, it sure takes a toll on the antennas around here. More later. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager

Re: [IRCA] Milestone QSL

2019-01-20 Thread Patrick Martin
Nigel, Great catch and QSL. You are right the Japanese are great QSLers. Plus they have such nice QSL cards. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager From: IRCA on behalf of Martin Foltz Sent: Saturday, January 19, 2019 3:55 PM To: irca@hard-core-dx.com

Re: [IRCA] John Bryant R.I.P

2019-02-10 Thread Patrick Martin
That is very nice. Thanks for sharing. Hard to believe 9 years have passed. I often think of all of our visits through the years. John is dearly missed. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager From: IRCA on behalf of Volodya S Sent: Sunday, February 10

Re: [IRCA] Japan to end AM broadcasting?

2019-04-01 Thread Patrick Martin
Wow! What a surprise. But I guess Japan will be following suit like most of Europe. Hardly any JJ AM stations stream. Most are FM. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager From: IRCA on behalf of Karl Zuk via IRCA Sent: Friday, March 29, 2019 3:20 PM To

[IRCA] New CP for 1140 Aberdeen WA

2019-04-15 Thread Patrick Martin
. Seems to me a lot of money for very little back. Aberdeen is not exactly a wealthy area. 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

Re: [IRCA] New CP for 1140 Aberdeen WA

2019-04-15 Thread Patrick Martin
, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager From: IRCA on behalf of Paul B. Walker, Jr. Sent: Monday, April 15, 2019 3:56 AM To: Mailing list for the International Radio Club of America Subject: Re: [IRCA] New CP for 1140 Aberdeen WA A friend and I (both of us

Re: [IRCA] 540 kHz in Saskatchewan

2013-10-06 Thread Patrick Martin
Congrats of CBK. A strong signal here and generally heard day & night year around. They must have a great tx site as CBK always has been strong on the Northern Oregon coast. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.

Re: [IRCA] 540 kHz in Saskatchewan

2013-10-06 Thread Patrick Martin
Congrats of CBK. A strong signal here and generally heard day & night year around. They must have a great tx site as CBK always has been strong on the Northern Oregon coast. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.

Re: [IRCA] CFAX 1070 going silent

2013-10-08 Thread Patrick Martin
hear. C-FAX does not block 1070 anyway off the Eastern Beverage. Thanks. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: coffeecan...@gmail.com > Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 19:21:00 -0700 > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > CC: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: [IRCA] CFAX 10

Re: [IRCA] CFAX 1070 going silent

2013-10-08 Thread Patrick Martin
Colin, With any Canadian AM station, I would not be surprised to hear of an app to FM. Even though there are many that plan to staying on AM for a long time to come. But as you mentioned, C-FAX rarely has a silent period. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > CC: i

Re: [IRCA] CFAX 1070 going silent

2013-10-08 Thread Patrick Martin
Mike, C-FAX is fair days here at 160 miles, in their null, but quite listenable. According to their CE, C-FAX has less than 60 watts in my direction. They used to boom into Seward AK in the 60s. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com &

Re: [IRCA] CFAX 1070 going silent

2013-10-09 Thread Patrick Martin
1070 is a good frequency here even when they are on. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2013 08:53:04 -0700 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] CFAX 1070 going silent > > Alaska must be a

Re: [IRCA] MW QSL

2013-10-12 Thread Patrick Martin
Congrats Jim. Always great to nab another country and an African is especially special. The only African I have heard & QSL'd here is Algeria 891. Lots of Europeans, but Africa is very rare here. At least for me.\\73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Sat,

[IRCA] Cable Modem ot

2013-10-16 Thread Patrick Martin
the modem. Thanks. 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

Re: [IRCA] Cable Routers OT

2013-10-16 Thread Patrick Martin
Thanks. Do they make a dual or should I have separate modems? The one Charter cable supplied is a Arris. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Sun, 15 Sep 2013 13:14:10 -0500 > From: t...@timkridel.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Cabl

Re: [IRCA] Cable Routers OT

2013-10-17 Thread Patrick Martin
Hi Tim, No charge for the modem. Only if I bought one with a battery backup for $40. I wonder if they make a dual modem that has no noise. I don't know if a phone modem can be purchased. I have never seen one, just the internet modems. Staples has a lot of them. Patrick Patrick M

[IRCA] Noisy Modem

2013-10-17 Thread Patrick Martin
would shield it. Too bad is does get warm, but maybe there is hope after all. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman

Re: [IRCA] Cable Routers OT

2013-10-17 Thread Patrick Martin
Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 05:25:42 -0500 > From: n...@mchsi.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Cable Routers OT > > Patrick, > > If they are like my ISP (Mediacom the cable company) they charge you a > f

Re: [IRCA] Noisy Modem

2013-10-17 Thread Patrick Martin
to the coax connector on the modem, or run a separate ground from under the house? Thank. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: bu...@dukes-of-hazzard.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 07:39:35 -0400 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Noisy Modem &g

Re: [IRCA] Cable Routers OT

2013-10-17 Thread Patrick Martin
This unit, the AC cord goes directly into the modem box. There is no wall wart. But shielding the box with till foil makes a huge difference. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: lfra...@cebridge.net > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 12:56

[IRCA] Update on Cable Modem ot

2013-10-17 Thread Patrick Martin
day to see what is there with a quiet band, but shielding the plastic box apparently works. The box says, Property of Charter Cable on the bottom, so I don't want to tear into it. But a Faraday case grounded would probably solve my issues. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Ma

[IRCA] Modem Noise update

2013-10-18 Thread Patrick Martin
there that does not QRN. If not, I will just have to turn it off. Not convenient but it works. At least the cable creates no noise. I also have an idea, the QRN may be getting into the power. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager

Re: [IRCA] Modem Noise update

2013-10-19 Thread Patrick Martin
The power supply is built in. Something like an isolation transformer? Unfortunately, the modem is owned by Charter Cable, so I cannot tear into the box. Thanks. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2013 22:21:55 +0100 > From: hoddles...@gmail.com >

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] Modem Noise update

2013-10-23 Thread Patrick Martin
least I can switch the modem off. Not what I had hoped, but whatever works. Thanks for everyones advice! .. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: earlthe...@yahoo.com> > > > On Friday, October 18, 2013 10:40 PM, > Patrick Martin wrote:> > > I checked

[IRCA] [NRC-AM] WNDB DX Test

2013-10-25 Thread Patrick Martin
A DX Test from WNDB-1150 Daytona Beach, FL will be conducted on Saturday Morning December 7, 2013 beginning at 1:00 AM ELT. The programing will consist of voice announcements alternating with Morse code ID’s at 5WPM. the test will be conducted using the stations 1000 watt non-directional

[IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800)

2013-10-26 Thread Patrick Martin
800KBRVID, Soda Springs, received bumper sticker with short QSL statement on the back, sig'Rob'. In 211d for CD report.No f/up. Address: PO Box 777, Soda Springs ID 83276-0777 MSW QSL #3038 (PM-OR) Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED Q

Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800)

2013-10-27 Thread Patrick Martin
b'. In 211d for CD report.No f/up. Address: PO > > Box 777, Soda Springs ID 83276-0777 MSW QSL #3038 (PM-OR) > > > > Patrick Martin > > Seaside OR > > KGED QSL Manager > > _

Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800)

2013-10-27 Thread Patrick Martin
I think with stations not having access to letterhead, they QSL on anything they can. A postcard has been common, as I send them some, or envelope, post it, etc. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Sun, 27 Oc

Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800)

2013-10-28 Thread Patrick Martin
You don't even have to go to all of that trouble. You can get logo info off the websites often. I have done that in the past. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2013 21:51:43 -0700

Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800)

2013-10-28 Thread Patrick Martin
Mike, It is easy to design something yourself, but the old letter from the station is always especially nice. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2013 09:19:08 -0600 > From: mwdl...@gmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] New

Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800)

2013-10-28 Thread Patrick Martin
Ye indeed, our 50th will be a blast! Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2013 10:39:22 -0700 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] New MW QSL (KBRV 800) > > There is no substitute for opening an e

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] 75th Anniversary

2013-10-30 Thread Patrick Martin
Congratulations Ben!!! 75 years is a long time to be at the dials. I have been at it for over 51 and I feel this is a long time. Have you heard a lot of great DX in those 75 years. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: ben-dangerfi...@verizon.net >

[IRCA] KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA, running high power?

2013-11-01 Thread Patrick Martin
Is KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA testing or running their new 50 KW? They are quite strong tonight. They are normally lost with their lp at night. They run 5KW days, or are they running that? Thanks. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR

Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA, running high power?

2013-11-01 Thread Patrick Martin
> someone please elaborate or link me? > > If they're on with power tonight please let me know. 73 KAZ > > > -----Original Message- > >From: Patrick Martin > >Sent: Nov 1, 2013 2:22 AM > >To: IRCA , NRC > >Subject: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA

[IRCA] KDOW 1220 update

2013-11-01 Thread Patrick Martin
I checked 1220 tonight and KDOW is back in the jumble, so they must have had a glitch and was on high power last night (5 KW). Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard

Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 update

2013-11-02 Thread Patrick Martin
Mike, That is what I figured as it down in the mud like always at night. I am happy to know the 50 KW CP has been scapped. I don't think the Bay area needs any more 50 KWers. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Sat, 2 Nov 2013 00:17:10 -0700 > From: mic

Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA, running high power?

2013-11-03 Thread Patrick Martin
Thanks Dennis. I hope they do not renew it. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: wb6...@yahoo.com > Date: Sun, 3 Nov 2013 07:44:02 -0800 > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA, running high power? > > The CP for 50

Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 Palo Alto CA, running high power?

2013-11-03 Thread Patrick Martin
Dennis, Thanks for the clarification. It looks like 1220 will stay fairly clear here for the future. With KCCS running lp at night and all of the Western Canadians gone, 1220 can be quite decent if cx are good. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: wb6...@yahoo.

Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220

2013-11-03 Thread Patrick Martin
1220 here is KPJC(day) or CJRB, sometimes WHKW or XEB. at night. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Sun, 3 Nov 2013 20:13:30 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] KDOW 1220 > > MANY years back as KIBE (the cl

Re: [IRCA] The Caribbean Beacon

2013-11-05 Thread Patrick Martin
Paul, 1610 has been common through the years here in the NW, but I have not tried for them in a while. I have a nice QSL from years back. I never heard 690 here though. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 10:07:34 -0500 > From: walkerbro

[IRCA] KBBI 890 Homer very strong!

2013-11-06 Thread Patrick Martin
r heard them! I could even detect the transmitter hum during dead air! Also decent signal on several barefoot portables. (PM-OR) Drake R8, NW EWE Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list

[IRCA] KYUK 640 Bethel AK

2013-11-06 Thread Patrick Martin
640 KYUK AK, Bethel AK, topping KFI easily with 60s oldies and weather for Bethel at 0031 EST 11/7. (PM-OR) Drake R8 NW EWE Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core

Re: [IRCA] Cliffs DXpedition at Oregon Rockworks #4 - November 3, 2013

2013-11-07 Thread Patrick Martin
Guy, KBIF 900 Fresno does broadcast in Punjabi, so maybe them? 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2013 22:26:07 -0800 > From: d...@guyatkins.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: [IRCA] Cliffs DXpedition at Oregon Rockworks #4 - Nove

Re: [IRCA] ] Michigan radio question (WDOW-WKPR 1440)

2013-11-12 Thread Patrick Martin
Yes, CJFT 530 was around in the 80s. I heard and QSL'd them. I believe the CE said they were 400 watts at that time. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 09:55:31 -0800 > From: th...@telus.net > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re:

Re: [IRCA] ] Michigan radio question (WDOW-WKPR 1440)

2013-11-12 Thread Patrick Martin
Didn't CJFT go to FM and then CIAO came on later? I have them both QSL'd, but I think there was a gap between them. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 10:26:05 -0800 &

[IRCA] WHB 810 on day power?

2013-11-12 Thread Patrick Martin
I got an e mail from a friend in Idaho stating that WHB is booming in over there. I tried here and yes WHB is strong under KGO with NBC Sports. Unneeded but I have not heard it for a long time. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager

Re: [IRCA] WHB 810 on day power?

2013-11-13 Thread Patrick Martin
I was quite surprised as you know Bill, KGO is very potent here. hi. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 07:19:16 -0700 > From: billbl...@cableone.net > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] WHB 810 on day power? > > F

Re: [IRCA] Fwd: Amazing, Adaptable AM Radio

2013-11-14 Thread Patrick Martin
I think KQW San Jose was testing back in 1909 I had read. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: hanigr...@gmail.com > Date: Thu, 14 Nov 2013 17:38:04 -0200 > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Fwd: Amazing, Adaptable AM Radio > > "The f

Re: [IRCA] Fwd: Amazing, Adaptable AM Radio

2013-11-15 Thread Patrick Martin
That is what I figured that KQW was not licensed. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2013 00:23:33 -0800 > From: michael.d.hawk...@gmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Fwd: Amazing, Adaptable AM Radio > > Per Wiki

Re: [IRCA] Fw: (no subject) Frank Aden

2013-11-20 Thread Patrick Martin
Get well soon Frank. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: martinfo...@cox.net > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2013 21:48:26 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Fw: (no subject) Frank Aden > > Frank, hope you have a speedy recovery. > > Mar

[IRCA] New QSL (CHHA-1610)

2013-11-23 Thread Patrick Martin
2N9 Canada. It was well worth the wait. A very nice package of goodies. Ontario QSL: 36, Canadian QSL: 291, 3039 total MW QSLs. (PM-OR) Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA

Re: [IRCA] New QSL (CHHA-1610)

2013-11-23 Thread Patrick Martin
Thanks Mike. A nice package, just like the old days. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2013 19:22:28 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] New QSL (CHHA-1610) > > Congrats on the C

Re: [IRCA] New QSL (CHHA-1610)

2013-11-24 Thread Patrick Martin
CHHA's coverage area by their map does not seem all that great for 6250 watts. Maybe is one of those things that doesn't have the great groundwave signal, but does do well on skip. The package was a complete surprise. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > F

Re: [IRCA] AM DXing featured in the media all across China!

2013-11-27 Thread Patrick Martin
Mika, That is great news. Hopefully it will help in obtaining more direct QSLs. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 23:41:17 +0200 > From: m...@makelainen.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com; a...@yahoogroups.com; no...@yahoogroups.com; &g

[IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-02 Thread Patrick Martin
wifi radio in the future. Any suggestions? Thanks. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager ___ IRCA mailing list IRCA@hard-core-dx.com http://montreal.kotalampi.com/mailman/listinfo/irca Opinions

Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-02 Thread Patrick Martin
Thanks Guy. I have been looking at the Grace units as another radio friend has suggested them. Now to find a router that will work for me. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Mon, 2 Dec 2013 11:52:56 -0800 > From: d...@guyatkins.com > To: irca@hard-co

Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-02 Thread Patrick Martin
Guy, What model of Grace radio do you use? Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mwd...@webtv.net > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Mon, 2 Dec 2013 18:51:34 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT) > > Thanks Guy. I have been looking at the Grac

Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-03 Thread Patrick Martin
Hi Craig, I checked out D Link and found a great review on the DIR-605L and I found one on Amazon.com for $34. I ordered it tonight. Thanks for the advice. Patrick > From: bu...@dukes-of-hazzard.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Mon, 2 Dec 2013 15:49:14 -0500 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Wif

Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-03 Thread Patrick Martin
internet radio and like you, having a radio to listen is more to my liking than the laptop. I have ordered the D Link router and I should have that in a few days. Thanks again. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Tue, 3 Dec 2013 10:27:22 -0800 > From: d...@guyatki

Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-03 Thread Patrick Martin
services around the world. What type or internet radio do you have? There is always the option of just using my laptop to listen to the radio in bed too, but I like a radio. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Tue, 3 Dec 2013 13:27:24 -0800 > From: coffeecan...@gma

Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT)

2013-12-03 Thread Patrick Martin
Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: bu...@dukes-of-hazzard.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Tue, 3 Dec 2013 17:44:09 -0500 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Wifi Router (OT) > > > I did find a Logitech Squeezebox unit that got high ratings, but it did > > not stat

Re: [IRCA] IBOC Updates

2013-12-05 Thread Patrick Martin
Barry, According to Bill Frahm at KBOI, no AMs are using IBOC in Boise now. KBOI dropped their a while back and 730 KNFL was sold. Both KRKO 1380 Everett and KKXA 1520 Snohomish WA are using IBOC. But we do not have many on AM in the NW these days. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL

Re: [IRCA] TECH: [ Mini-KAZ ]

2013-12-09 Thread Patrick Martin
I know with the EWE antennas, the higher the vertical element the better. My old SW EWE has 25' elements and it has always worked great. The NE EWE has 16 foot elements and does not have near the gain, but that is all I can do to the NE. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGE

Re: [IRCA] TECH: [ Mini-KAZ ]

2013-12-10 Thread Patrick Martin
smallest EWE I have and the lowest gain, but it does a pretty good job for what it is. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Tue, 10 Dec 2013 15:53:18 + > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > From: n...@ieee.org > Subject: Re: [IRCA] TECH: [ Mini-KAZ ] > >

Re: [IRCA] CKOR?

2013-12-16 Thread Patrick Martin
CKOR never drops power. As far as I can tell they run 10 KW ND 24/7. They come into the NW like a powerhouse. CFPR 860 also runs 10 KW ND and has for years. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: eargaz...@yahoo.com > Date: Sun, 15 Dec 2013 22:27:12 -0800 > To: irca@

[IRCA] KXOL 1660 Utah

2013-12-17 Thread Patrick Martin
In tuning around tonight, even though KXOL is listed as silent, they still have left their carrier on. No IDs, so is that legal? I would not think so. Sounds like 1 KW. The carrier is there every night I go by 1660. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager

Re: [IRCA] New stations

2013-12-18 Thread Patrick Martin
least CKMW is gone and 1570 is a bit easier even with XERF. I still need KKTS . Too much CKDO most nights. Maybe I can catch KKTS in the afternoon before they drop power. 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2013 20:45:34 -0700 > From: nige2...@telus.ne

Re: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend Larry Lujak

2013-12-19 Thread Patrick Martin
That is true. Larry Lujak was one of the greats. Sorry to hear this. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2013 12:31:08 -0500 > From: amd...@core.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend

Re: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend Larry Lujak

2013-12-19 Thread Patrick Martin
You tube has a series of him back in the 1980s. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2013 14:49:15 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend Larry Lujak > > I was just

Re: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend Larry Lujak

2013-12-19 Thread Patrick Martin
I have a bunch of the Crusin' albums and Larry Lujak may be on one of those. They may be on the internet somewhere too. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2013 20:13:31 -0800 > Subjec

Re: [IRCA] The Passing of Chicago Radio Legend Larry Lujak

2013-12-19 Thread Patrick Martin
That is really cool. Too bad Larry did not sign it. I guess he sent out autographed photos as many famous DJs had done. I have one from Wolfman Jack. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: martinfo...@cox.net > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2013 21:28

Re: [IRCA] Fwd: Big Changes coming to Popular Communications Magazine and CQ Magzine

2013-12-24 Thread Patrick Martin
Sad to hear this, but it was unexpected as everything now is online. First MT and now Pop Com. I guess the days of picking up the latest mag's on the newsstand are pretty much over. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2013 15:53:25 -050

[IRCA] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-30 Thread Patrick Martin
try them? Thanks. I am preparing myself on what is coming down the pike after the first of the year when most will switch. I wonder if there will be more noise issues? 73, Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager

Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Thanks Forrest. Glad to know the LED ones are noise free. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2013 22:11:25 -0600 > From: todftscytj7...@gmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs > > I like the LED. Definitely noise f

Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Mike, I got lots of them. Well over a hundred. I may never have to buy a light bulb for the rest of my life. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2013 20:53:11 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] OT

Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
most have changed by now anyway. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: radiok...@gmail.com > Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2013 02:23:17 -0500 > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs > > I have a few observations. Firstly, they are not entirely

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Bob, Like you I like the old bulbs better for light. I guess it will be illegal to go to Canada and bring the old bulbs back in too. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: bobyoun...@hotmail.com > To: a...@nrcdxas.org; irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2013 06:45

Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Mike, There will be enough neighbors that will run the new bulbs and I am sure most have been running them for years now. We might even not notice any increase in the noise level. Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Mike, I do not like the CFLs and I will not use them. I also do not like their weight. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2013 04:42:25 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] OT

Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Can we imports those into the country? Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: mikesanb...@hotmail.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2013 12:59:40 -0800 > Subject: Re: [IRCA] OT Light bulbs > > I'm glad to see so much feedback, pro an

Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] OT Light bulbs

2013-12-31 Thread Patrick Martin
Thanks Colin. I was hoping Canada hadn't. But I have plenty of the old bulbs. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: coffeecan...@gmail.com > Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2013 13:07:49 -0800 > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] [NRC-AM] OT Light bulb

Re: [IRCA] 1215 GB Absolute Radio

2014-01-01 Thread Patrick Martin
I notice that as I tried to find Absolute Radio and the message came back that it no longer was available outside of Europe. Funny, as even a lot of small private UK stations are streaming to the US. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > From: bobyoun...@hotmail.com >

Re: [IRCA] Radio's Digital Dilemma

2014-01-01 Thread Patrick Martin
The only newer IBOCers are KRKO 1380 and KKXA 1520 Seattle area. Most in the NW on AM have shut it down. Patrick Patrick Martin Seaside OR KGED QSL Manager > Date: Wed, 1 Jan 2014 21:16:53 -0500 > From: b...@topazdesigns.com > To: irca@hard-core-dx.com > Subject: Re: [IRCA] Rad

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