Re: Topband: Covered /bare antennn wire

2012-11-16 Thread John Langdon
It also doesn't seem to matter if the antennas in the stack have their elements insulated from the boom or bonded to it, the top antenna always has +20 dB or more noise. 73 John N5CQ -Original Message- From: Topband [mailto:topband-boun...@contesting.com] On Behalf Of Tom W8JI Sent:

Re: Topband: T30RH Pile-Up Decorum

2011-03-15 Thread John Langdon
I have noticed that some Topband operators have adopted a new program for working DX. It goes something like locate the DX stations transmitting frequency, then locate the frequency he is listening on. Then send your call sign 3-5 times, pause and listen. If you do not hear your call sign coming