UKSMG Announcement Page

	August 2001

I remember recently that some one had a posting on here regarding rain static and earthed aeriel systems. Well I found out by pure chance when I tilted my prongs down into the garden this week the reason I had started to get bad rain static on 6m! The normally grounded first and second directors had gone high resistance when measured against the grounded boom. One was 2K and the other about 5K. The problem being caused by aluminium oxide build up over the years! I cleaned all the element to boom joints as a matter of course and my problem is now gone. Worth a look if you are suffering a similar problem. Happy prong cleaning! John, G0JJL
John G0JJL <johnsixmaniac.idps.co.uk>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 23:25:45 (GMT/BST)

Vry strong G's on 28MHz LP... now hearing (22:05z) 48.250 video RS 51.
Scott VK4JSR <vk4jsr50mhz.com>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 23:10:25 (GMT/BST)

Steve IW5BZQ your beacon 559 into IO74 at the moment. Sri for all the typos in the previous announcement.
Gordon GI6ATZ <gi6atz(at)qsl.net>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 20:52:36 (GMT/BST)

Anyone know how to contact the people who run the OH2AQ webcluster or DXSummit as its also know. The advicon the page dosernt work ie dxsummit@usa.net. Thanks
Gordon GI6ATZ <gi6atz(at)qsl.net>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 20:49:23 (GMT/BST)

I am running a test beacon on 50.057 from Florence, JN53PS, 1 W and Halo Loop. Please report to my e-mail address. Thanks, Steve. WEB and LIVE SHACK CAM at http://www.mannelli.com/iw5bzq.
Steve, IW5BZQ <iw5bzq@mannelli.com>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 20:22:52 (GMT/BST)

Many thanks to Zaba OH1ZAA and Steve KL7SIX and others for your comments concerning stacking and sharing towers. I have my 6m stack installed with the top yagi at 80ft, the lower at 68ft and the 10m yagi at approx 64ft. Txing on either 6 or 10 with 400W does not produce any noticable cross mod on signals on the other band. The polar plot from the stack is narrower than the singal yagi but I still do not know if it works any better - no DX around to put it to the test. I was thinking of moving the 10m yagi to put it in the centre of the stack but in view of Zaba's comments about optimum stacking distance I will leave it as it is for now. Listen for me in the pile equinox pile-ups! 73 Andy
Andy G3SVD <andy.hewitttalk21.com>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 17:26:52 (GMT/BST)

GU6AJE/mm log updated till 30/08 http://come.to/six
PA4PA, Ray
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 16:58:40 (GMT/BST)

Hello all @6m ! Sorry for repeating but STILL looking for infos to build a 6m Beacon for Austria -> we got in the mean time our Call for the beacon so i should start to build it ;-) hihi Any info is welcome -> 73s de Charly OE3KLU
Charly (OE3KLU) <@AMSAT.ORG>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 12:36:37 (GMT/BST)

RX-ed small update till 30/08 from Mike. Will update log later this afternoon when i'll get home from QRL. 73
Ray, PA4PA <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 12:23:11 (GMT/BST)

More info from Mike >>> Hi Ray, Our next port is coming into view, at least on the radar, and we shall be in port by 0800UTC tomorrow, so I'm going to be QRT for a while. I'm not sure when I'll be back on air, but it could be three days or three weeks. So far I am very pleased with the operation, I have had at least one QSO every night, but there were so many squares where I made no QSOs! It seems such a waste ... I switched on at lunchtime on 28th and heard CU3URA/b, then CT0SIX, and made a few QSOs into W/SW Europe from IL06, best DX EI2FSB, then at afternoon coffee break hrd GB3MCB (again! Great beacon ...), CN8LI/b and worked F4DBF (IN78). Worked TT8JE twice more, and hrd his beacon 2000-2300+ UTC on 28 and 29 Aug. Also on 28th hrd PP1CZ/b again, but no PY stations. Didn't hear anything from Eric at all tonight, but the last QSO to date was D44TD by tropo, sigs quite weak but okay - except for my sprog on .110 again. So he is active now! I didn't get a locator or what his station is. I know Eric was very keen to work him, and I thought it would be open to Chad again tonight, but maybe it's not so easy after all! Good news from home rxd via email: have QSLs from SU9ZZ, TT8JE, and 6W4RK worked from GU. I think that makes about 60 DXCC confirmed :o) By the way, don't believe the distances on my log, because in each square I have used ----AA as my locator for my computer log, which won't accept a four-figure "own locator". Not very accurate, I'm afraid. I made a few recordings of interesting signals, and hope to provide them as mp3 files on my website when I get home. Thanks to everyone who has called me so far, and sorry for those who missed me. There will be more chances at those squares on the way home, I hope, and I'm sure I'll do quite well from the Mediterranean later on in the year. Thanks again for all your help, Ray, and hope to see you on air soon. I will let you know when I am able to operate again. 73 & good dx Mike GU6AJE/mm HK77
Ray, PA4PA <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 12:20:46 (GMT/BST)

Receaved the Six news the other day.sorry to hear of G5KW..Has gon Silent key.
MW1EWJ <mw1ewj@btinternet.com>
- Friday, August 31, 2001 at 07:30:28 (GMT/BST)

A few additional comments on stacking.... Symmetric positioning of the antenna of the other band (at the center of the stack) does not mean decoupling, but just a symmetric disturbance..... I have done a number of simulations with several mixed arrays.... With two bands the higher frequency antenna is always most affected.... Booms should be aligned (parallel), otherwise multiple parasitic resonances are possible.... For the same reason it is advisable to isolate the elements from the booms (polyethylene tube around the center of the element before clamping).... Trap HF-beams can have very complex resonances.... The other band distorts the radiation pattern, and might pull power down its feedline.... The construction of the feedline match (of the other band) is decisive for the amount of power lost.... A gamma match on another band may not couple well, but if it accidentally resonates with the odd impedance on the wrong frequency, it may be just opposite... This is very complex matter... From Steve's (VK3OT/KL7SIX) experience a 11-ele yagi can indeed provide similar results, as the radiation pattern of the 11-ele has very low sidelobes. Stacking is certainly most effective on the shorter yagis (with stronger sidelobes)... During simulation always use the H-plane plot, as the sidelobes are stronger there... The torque on the rotor with a stack is lower, but you need an extra mast bearing.... With a stack the E-pattern is certainly wider, and the H-pattern sharper..... Also don't forget polarization experiments and antenna height options.... Lots of trade-offs or everything in parallel (best for real comparison).... I also have a technique for near-field control on stacks to minimize noise pick-up from the environment, but I have not published it yet; it's in the queue.... 73, "Zaba" OH1ZAA (inactive this Summer)
"Zaba" OH1ZAA <zaba@dlc.fi>
- Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 16:38:04 (GMT/BST)

I want to send the report after my july and august operations from Sardinia Isl. - 385 qso, 25 with italian and 360 outside - Please inform that all qsl send me via direct that don't have inside one $ or postal coupon for the postal costs i want to return via the bureau. All the other via bureau sure 100% when i receive.
Freddy IW1DIM <iw1dim(at)amsat.org>
- Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 10:24:52 (GMT/BST)

Recieved SIX NEWS yesterday good reading
STEWART G1hho <gordon .reeve @btinternet.com>
- Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 09:15:35 (GMT/BST)

Welcome back TEP. For the first time since late May, heard TI and YN earlier this evening, so season is begining. I hope propagation improves soon. Kept reading spots related to LU,PY,CX,CE but nothing heard on this side until today.
Mike - ZP5YW <mga(at)conexion.com.py>
- Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 05:10:45 (GMT/BST)

I have received cards today from UA0AV for ZB2FX (via G3RFX), E4/G3WQU, TF/G3SQX and HS0/G3NOM. Please send envelopes if you want these cards now. (I am QTHR under call sign M1DVT in current Yearbook). If I don't receive envelopes, I'll post them via Bureau. Regards
John M5DVT <m5dvtqsl.net>
- Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 03:18:25 (GMT/BST)

After the posting about the 50MHz Beacon generation code inside my DxMonitor Viewer, I thought maybe many users would appreciate just a list generator program. I have extracted the relevant portions of my code and put them into a stand-alone program called BeaconList (at V1.0). It is available at http://www.ozhelpservices.com/beaconlist.htm if you do not want to run the full add-on Viewer software. I do ask that if you modify the reference data file (50list.csv), send it back by email so that all can share the updated data. 73 Doug VK4ADC
VK4ADC <vk4adc(a)ozhelpservices.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 23:42:32 (GMT/BST)

Re the stacking of yagis that are not cleanly divided, ie an HF array in between you will absorb/pick up lots of RF by cross coupling es if its a 20M yagi. Tried this in Cycle 21 with two stacked 8's and so much energy came down on 20M from 400watts on 6 that it was unworkable, used to light up the antenna lamp in the rear of my FT101. Re the debate against single yagis, stacked yagis were around for decades and never produced the results into VK that singles did. es the eme only even done by a single yagi, rhombics and stacked 8s were around for decades and no such results. All the records from VK have been broken by single yagis. Two guys who had four stacked 6m arrays both had to rebuild them within 2 years when they broke apart in the wind. Four by six vs a single 6m 11 el had same signals in Europe from VK3.
KL7SIX <@qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 22:02:11 (GMT/BST)

Nice to see the news on the NL situation, at last it is resolved after going on for years. Sri to see the typo's as per Pauls email 73 C U in GJ shortly
Geoff ICD (GJ next month) <geoff.brown at btinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 21:23:33 (GMT/BST)

What a day 2day! D44TD appear just after 18Z with s9 signal from nowhere, like ghost...Mark SP4MPB worked him first and when he called me by 600ohm d44 was s9 already here! no other stations heard, just him-working Italians and EA. After 15 minutes or so, all gone...no more DX today,but better 1 than nothing. Anyone can confirm route via CT1EKF for qsl? Regards to all &GL on really "MAGIC" band.
Greg SP3RNZ <greg(at)konin.lm.pl>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 21:04:05 (GMT/BST)

Hi to all Sixers! Today I RX-ed 50-MHz qsl from TT8JE + V5/ZS4NS + 3V8SM, UFB managers! Also RX-ed today my new HF license ** M5TWO **. Ohh boy, what a nice day! Greetzz to all, 73, de Kees PE7TWO - M5TWO.
Kees "The Sixmaniac" pe7two <g7two@amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 19:34:32 (GMT/BST)

There is an unfortunate typo in the new issue of Six News. Ken Willis is of course G8VR (Victor Romeo) and NOT G8KW. The error is repeated several times in the mag. Shame ...
Paul G4IJE <paul@broadoak.net>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 17:49:40 (GMT/BST)

My correct email adress is rpreda@telesurf.com.py, 73!
Ruben, ZP5RPO <rpreda(at)telesurf.com.py>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 17:38:58 (GMT/BST)

I want to stack two Cushcraft A50-5S yagis, can I put a A4S triband yagi in the middle of the two 6m yagis? Thanks in advance fot any response!, 73!
Ruben, ZP5RPO <rpredatelesurf.com.py>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 17:34:45 (GMT/BST)

Mni tnx Conrad G0RUZ and others. 73 Andy
Andy G3SVD <andy.hewitt@talk21.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 16:21:09 (GMT/BST)

To IW1DIM:Congrats Freddy and wellcome to the club! Gl es mni DX de 9A3FT Renny
Renko 9A3FT
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 15:56:00 (GMT/BST)

Anyone did RX qsl for 9Y4AT for 6m qso recently ??
Dennis PA7FM <pa7fm@amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 15:47:12 (GMT/BST)

Just spoke to Kerry G0LCS and he has been sucessful with his charity bike ride from Brentwood to Bradford.Congratulations and well done Kerry from all of us.
Conrad G0RUZ <g0ruz(at)btinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 13:51:16 (GMT/BST)

Ahh Zabba is here what a coincidence!
Conrad G0RUZ <g0ruzbtinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 11:01:59 (GMT/BST)

For good info on stacking go to http://www.ifwtech.com/g3sek/ and scroll down to the antennas and feedlines bit.Also Zaba OH1ZAA has had a paper published in Six News so it will be on this site as well.All have good info for 6m.Oh I agree with Chris this time :-) 2 is mo better than 1! Wish I could do it! Regards
Conrad G0RUZ <g0ruzbtinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 10:53:02 (GMT/BST)

With stacking, if one wants to minimize influence of the many cosmic noise spots (off the main lobe) then 0.6 wavelength is absolutely optimum... With short yagis this also yield the maximum POSITIVE interaction (maximum current/gain due to mutual impedance effects)... With longer booms there is a better gain optimum (+1 dB) at 1.2 - 1.6 wavelength spacing, but there will be more sidelobes... The 0.8 wave spacing is the worst possible considering cosmic noise leakage and gain, but still much better than a single yagi.... See Dr. James Lawson's book "Yagi Antenna Design" ISBN 0-87259-041-0 Chapter 4 page 4-14....If you have antennas for two bands in the tower, put the other band at the center of the stack.... Good luck; while you hear them, you might work them.... 73, "Zaba" OH1ZAA (inactive this Summer)
"Zaba" OH1ZAA <zaba@dlc.fi>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 10:49:52 (GMT/BST)

Many thanks for the replies to my query of yesterday. Currently I have the two 6ele yagis stacked with 12ft spacing and about 4ft above the 4ele 10m yagi. Subjectively there does not seem to be any interaction. However I could widen the stacking distance between the 6m yagis by putting the 10m yagi between them. Is it likely to be worth the effort? Has anybody carried out any experimental work on the optimum spacing between stacked 6m yagis? 73 Andy
Andy G3SVD <andy.hewitt@talk21.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 10:24:23 (GMT/BST)

D44TD: he is active between Aug25. and Oct04. the operator is CT1EKF. Best 73's
Freddy IW1DIM <iw1dim(at)amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 10:06:59 (GMT/BST)

D44TD: does anyone know until when that station will remain active? Tnx
Tony I0JX <i0jx@amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 09:58:34 (GMT/BST)

Had a pair of stacked 6m antennas with 3-ele 10m beam in the middle for twelve years - spacing around 14 feet. The config is 2 x 'JHV + 3-ele Create. Never had any problems - still swear by a stack... Chris
Chris, G3WOS <g3wos(at)uksmg.org>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 07:55:26 (GMT/BST)

Andy, G3SVD I have three yagis for different bands 6m,4m and 2m on the same mast. They are all 3 feet apart and suffer no noticeable interaction problems. According to the books I have 3ft or more is fine. The only aerial likely to suffer is the one for the higher band if you use less than 3ft spacing. I am yet to be convinced about stacking 2 yagis for the same band. One long prong on each band seems to do business for me no problems ! Cheers John, G0JJL
John G0jjl <johnsixmaniac.idps.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 00:24:22 (GMT/BST)

Andy stacking is tricky and there is always interaction. Pound for pound single yagis produce more gain point better and for me at least better results on 6 at least unless you go to four units.
kl7six <kl7six@qsl.net>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 23:41:51 (GMT/BST)

Xara, D44TD, just installed the yagi this evening. He was loud into CT/EA. GL!
ea7kw Jose <ea7kw(at)ure.es>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 22:26:06 (GMT/BST)

PA3HEN/MOHEN/OH5HZD/MM next trip going to SOUSSA TUNESIA JM55 from there he is going to GANDIA SPAIN IM98 all info on www.qsl.net/pa3hen/index.html
Erwin PA3BLS <pa3bls@amsat.org>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 20:02:22 (GMT/BST)

Hi guys, great news at coming back to my home from Sardinia, i have rx the DXCC !!!!! It is the number 348 and is returned to me in 2 mounths... Tnx and CU on Magic Band
Freddy IW1DIM <iw1dim(at)amsat.org>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 18:42:38 (GMT/BST)

4U1ITU: Dave please remember of us, poor guys, that, being too close to Geneve, can only work you by some form of scatter (unless a short-range ES opening occurs like that we had on the 26th, but unlikely to repeat). Please occasionally give a chance to us too. Thanks and 73
Tony I0JX <i0jx@amsat.org>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 17:34:05 (GMT/BST)

hello and 73's to everyone. Tuesday night 28 August starting at 1700GMT will a the 6 meter contest. I willbe active from KB25QB starting at that time. My operating conditions will be Yaesu ft100@400 watts. 3 element yagi at 30 meters. I would appreciate anyone taking the time to point your yagis my way. I willbe active until 2100GMT adn wish you all luck on our contacting one another. Thanks and 73's L. Julian White oh8/kb9yxm via kp25qb
Julian OH8/KB9YXM <kb9yxm@arrl.net>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 15:51:20 (GMT/BST)

Hi, as you can read below just rx-ed a new update (incl 27/08) from Mike (GU6AJE/MM). I added a java applet to make it a bit easier. Log is also available in TXT format for those who have problems with the applet. 73 Ray
Ray, PA4PA <see below>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 15:49:32 (GMT/BST)

More info from Mike>>>Hi Ray, It's really good of you to be my "ground station", hi, it makes life a lot easier knowing you are helping to keep people informed, and it's a good idea to post the log up on your website. Next time I get a chance I'll have a look myself! I can occasionally access the Internet if we have a huge email session, as it uses up the spare bandwidth if we go browsing - doesn't add much time or cost. I managed to pull down the UKSMG announcement page a couple of times and even post a quick message before losing the link. Otherwise I shall have to wait til we're in port and find an Internet cafe (but then I can't operate, unless it's a CEPT country). As per your question, I'm on the MV Greenpeace as a Radio Operator, and so I have a GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) General Operators' Certificate also. I shall be o/b for 4 months or so. As you might appreciate there will be times when I won't be able to operate, and some of the schedule that I can't announce beforehand. I'm now getting into TEP propagation, and was surprised on 26th when I put out a CQ on an apparently dead band to be answered by G0KZG/mm (LH38), and my best dx so far (8000km+). I was pleased to make a 2-way /mm QSO!!! Also I heard TT8JE beacon from 2000UTC to 2300UTC (when I switched off - sigs still there!) After I moved into IM11 I worked 3 CT3 stations by tropo, plus PY5CC and PY2BW. More PYs heard on CW, but I don't have my key here ... aaagh! Beacons PP1CZ and PY0FF also heard. >From IL08 on 27th, my only QSO was with TT8JE under difficult condxns (my sprog on .110) I hope we really completed the QSO, very difficult to be sure. Again Eric's beacon was audible from 2000 approx. until bedtime at 2330, S9 at times. Beacons heard 1934 UTC: 7Q7SIX (519) and 2112 UTC: PP1CZ/b (519). No other stations hrd. Only a small log update this time, but with some very nice QSOs. Last signal from Europe was GB3MCB at 1330 on 26th, heard in IM12. I called CQ but now takers. Maybe get into position for Europe when further south. 73 for now hope to hear you soon Mike GU6AJE/mm
Ray, PA4PA <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 15:46:11 (GMT/BST)

Anyone using the (new) MFJ-434 contest voice keyer please? Id appreciate your views on it via email.
Neil G0JHC <carr.n@runshaw.ac.uk>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 15:09:23 (GMT/BST)

An interplanetary shock wave triggered by a powerful solar explosion two days ago buffeted Earth's magnetosphere between 19:30 and 20:00 UT on Monday, August 27th. The impact will likely trigger Auroras at high-latitudes. Far-northern sky watchers across Europe and North America should be alert for Northern Lights after nightfall, especially around local midnight. Visit http://www.spaceweather.com for details and updates.
John GM7PBB <john@gm7pbb.co.uk>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 10:43:58 (GMT/BST)

I have recently been playing around with stacking antennas on 6m. I have 2x6ele Cushcraft yagis at 70+ feet presently seperated by 0.6 wavelength (3.6m/12ft) and on the same tower tower as a 4ele 10m yagi. Does anybody have any information, or know where I can get some, concerning the interaction between antennas on the same tower and the optimum stacking height for antennas on 6m? Would it be better to stack the antennas at say 0.9 wavelength and put the 10m yagi between the two? 73 Andy
Andy G3SVD <andy.hewitt@talk21.com>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 09:53:53 (GMT/BST)

Not only do I have a 50MHz yagi design on my web site, I have just put together some construction notes on 50MHz J-Poles - again using aluminium tubing. Did you know that my DxMonitor Viewer software also produces a 50MHz beacon list with bearings and distances FROM YOUR QTH ? While the Viewer software is not being updated past V1.04, the beacon list generation may help get those bearings sorted out. Start at the VK4ADC page at http://www.ozhelpservices.com/vk4adc.htm 73 de Doug VK4ADC & hope to see you all on 'six'.
VK4ADC <vk4adcozhelpservices.com>
- Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 00:48:44 (GMT/BST)

Anyone ever had any experience with large Rhombics on 6 meters? Thanks! de VE9AA ,Mike
Mike VE9AA <ve9aa(a)hotmail.com>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 23:31:42 (GMT/BST)

Hi folks, I'm expecting Six News issue 70 to be posted on Wednesday 29th August. Hope you like it. 73
Chris, G4IFX <cdeaconcompuserve.com>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 23:30:02 (GMT/BST)

Great day today, 2 new countries confirmed. Thanks Chris A45XR and Jaro SU9ZZ for your QSL-cards. 73, Ken
Ken SM7CMV <kenth@kastanje.tomelilla.se>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 23:02:35 (GMT/BST)

Hi all the first tep TV sigs 48.250 in KG32IA today hope now for openings. 73
Nico ZS4NS <zs4nsfreemail.absa.co.za>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 20:49:45 (GMT/BST)

Just received the C91CF-QSL (QSL via ZS6SS, address from qrz.com). He apologied for the delay, because he was in Botswana. 73 / GL
Wolfgang - DJ3TF <dj3tf@darc.de>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 17:15:25 (GMT/BST)

OZ6OM - OZ50MHz DX Bulletin editor, QRV in Nordic Activity Contest 50 MHz section Tuesday August 28 th. 17:00 - 21:00 UT. I will be QRV round 50.173 MHz ± QRM, from JO55CE which is on the South/West side of the Island of Fyn. Here I'm situated at one of our highest points at 128 Asl. with a formidable takeoff 360 deg. round the clock. The rig used is an Icom IC-706 with 100 watt wich gives my 2*5 element Yagi's more than 1 Kw. erp. This should be sufficient to reach stations within a range of, at least 600 Km even on flat ConDX. If You want to file a log showing Your efforts in the NAC there is an open class section. Point 1 point/km, bonus 500 point each WWL. Log goes to Verner Topsoe, Lundumskovvej 13, DK-8700 Horsens, Denmark. Hope to see You down the log vy 73 de OZ6OM "Matt"
OZ6OM "Matt" <oz6om@qsl.net>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 15:54:17 (GMT/BST)

Colin, i received his log and placed it on my site. He's using email by SAT but restricted to 3 a day (so pse don't send him request if he could check his log). I asked him to mail me his updates when he has any. If rx-ed I will update his log on MY page and announce it here. 73 Ray, happy hunting
Ray, PA4PA <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 15:11:11 (GMT/BST)

Is anyone using WSJT in Asia yet? I would like to try on 50MHz sometime......
George DU1/GM4COK <gm4cok@qsl.net>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 15:08:26 (GMT/BST)

RE Z31JA he is good via the buro although he has a new callsign,i dont think that GU6AJE/mm is able to update online logs whilst he is at sea. recent QSOS are not on his site at the moment. maybe when he reaches a destination he will use an internet cafe,he is heading for D4 at the moment. 73 Colin MU0FAL
mu0fal colin <colin///lorbert.freeserve.co.uk>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 12:47:07 (GMT/BST)

does anyone have a qsl route for Z31JA please?Thanks and 73 Bill
gw3mfy <gw3mfy@btinternet.com>
- Monday, August 27, 2001 at 00:52:47 (GMT/BST)

BTW: For those who want to check their QSO I created a link to Mikes' (GU6AJE/MM) log on my page. http://come.to/six .. 73 Ray
Ray, PA4PA <below>
- Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 20:15:30 (GMT/BST)

More info from Mike>>>Hi Ray, Thanks for the mails. The DX News was very useful, I can see the sort of openings that are around at the moment, but unfortunately I can't really have these regularly because the files are too big. The problem is that our email goes via satellite, and big files are expensive! Also, the rules say only 3 personal emails in per day. Thanks for your offer to sign me up to the service, but I can't do it. I had one QSO last night from IN41, with TT8JE :o) 59/59 on SSB. I have tried the PSU with higher power, and 100W is okay! There was another nice Es opening from IM39, and worked into PA, but I called for you and either you weren't there or I couldn't hear you. I had many G, GW, PA, ON, DL and F, 38 QSOs in 16 squares. Working split 50.150MHz, rx 3kHz up. After lunch I switched on the TRX, and heard GB3MCB at 599+, and thought "I have only 30mins before going back to work". But the captain was very interested in what I was doing, so he said, "Don't stop when you are having fun". I had condxns for 40mins, so worked a few more than I would have done. Pity I couldn't make a QSO with you, but maybe tonight? I was afraid that maybe the Es season was coming to an end, but it still seems good from here. It's also good to see ZS, ZD7 etc in the DX worked. I think this is going to be a good trip!!! 73 for now and thanks for the info and postings etc, LATE NEWS The Es came back again later, and I had a total of 109 QSOs, and during the opening I also went into IM38, so many stations worked two new wet squares today. I called for you whenever I heard other Dutch stations, but nothing heard from you. I did make two QSOs with MU0FAL, so I was pleased to work back into Guernsey this time. I see from the spots you sent that N1RZ has been looking for Eu contacts on WSJT on 50.270, so I think if everyone else is using .270 for WSJT I will call there by that mode, and not on .310 MORE LATE NEWS I forgot to post this mail in time, and I have had another opening, this time mostly to GU, G, GW and one F. Made 20 more QSOs from IM25, bringing the total up to 141. I have attached a list of QSOs so far, and the squares from which I worked them (I hope you have Winzip). It will be interesting to see who works the most wet squares during this trip. There are already some who have worked me in three! 73 again, hope to hear you soon de Mike GU6AJE/mm
Ray, PA4PA <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 20:13:50 (GMT/BST)

4U1ITU - latest news. There maybe a chance for some activity Tuesday morning 28 August. All previous information applies. 73s Dave
Dave EI3IO <EI3IO at connogue.com>
- Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 19:25:42 (GMT/BST)

Hi, Don't know if I'll have time to complete msg, on satellite time now. Passing CT3. Will use 270 for WSJT in future. Worked 141 QSOs so far in IN54, IN41, IM39 and IM38. 73 all
Mike GU6AJE/mm <via gu6aje@thersgb.net>
- Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 11:26:07 (GMT/BST)

Nothing heard this morning from G0KZG/MM and assume he is now out of our MS range. If someone works him over the next few days please give him my profuse thanks for five 0200utc early morning skeds and four new grids. Glad to see he has been having frequent evening openings as it will be a long time (maybe never) before those rare wet squares are active again. Conditions should be picking up in the next week so watch for us down here in the evenings again.
Hal ZS6WB <zs6wb freemail.absa.co.za>
- Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 07:39:02 (GMT/BST)

Im very sorry gentlemen,I was in qso on two mtrs this evening,at 2130 hrs I picked up the wrong mike and had an over on 50.110.I hope I caused no problem to anyone. sorry again for my intrusion and hope I caused no problem.73 Gordon
gordon GW8ASA <gw8asa@ntlworld.com>
- Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 23:36:30 (GMT/BST)

Hi friends. Re 8Q7: start of activity oct 31st to nov12th 2001. c/s 8Q7QQ Loc MI69nh. QTH Isle of Gan approx 150 Km south of equator. Qsl via buro-CBA-QRZ COM. Coord freq 28.885 and 14.345 MHz. Rig IC-746 Ant 4 el optimized beam. Op freq CW TX 50.098 RX 50.100 - 50.105 Op freq SSB + CW TX 50.135 RX 50.140 - 50.150. Freq might be changed due to hvy qrm (TV, comm, etc). Beacon 50.098 >VVV VVV 8Q7QQ MI69< then a 5" BK. The last few years most contacts to EU were made btn 0800-1200z. We hope for good prop. 73 Pierre
Pierre HB9QQ <HB9QQ@USKA.CH>
- Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 22:07:28 (GMT/BST)

MAJOR SOLAR FLARE: The most powerful solar flare since April erupted on the Sun today. The X5-class explosion hurled a bright coronal mass ejection into space and triggered a strong radio blackout on the sunlit side of Earth. Visit spaceweather.com for more information, images and updates.
John GM7PBB <john@gm7pbb.co.uk>
- Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 20:22:25 (GMT/BST)

The TY expedition will dismantle all the equipement on Sunday morning 26.08 and then take quick holidays in Parakou, and back to Cotonou airport on 29.08 to take on board. F5IPW / F8OP.
Arne SM7AED <sm7aed **algonet.se>
- Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 10:46:01 (GMT/BST)

Latest news of JW0PK. QSL cards are with the printer according the information of Gerben, PA5NT. One of the expedition members. The members of the team who did 6 metres were operating from an unheated tent!!! Guess they need to be rewarded. Now we understand why they were not there all the time...So our Italians must have had a hard time. Thanks I2ADN and his crew. 73,
Peter, PA2VST <gouweleeuw***wanadoo.nl>
- Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 10:16:34 (GMT/BST)

Hi gang, Condition looks to be back even to JA land. Heard ZL1VHF/b 599 and worked ZL1WTT 59+ at 0426z for the 1st time this season. FB DX on 6,
Hatsuo, JA1VOK <ja1vok@jarl.com>
- Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 05:59:34 (GMT/BST)

Received FG5FR qsl today via F6FNU, took about 2 weeks.... This way for qsl is 100% I'm sure. 73 de Jamie
Jamie gw7smv <gw7smv***qsl.net>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 18:13:42 (GMT/BST)

pe1mzs Jasper You can find out about his journey on www.gu6aje.thersgb.net Hope that is some use to you jasper. 73's Good dx Daniel
mw1mfy Daniel <rf740@hotmail.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 15:18:06 (GMT/BST)

TT8JE QSL rx'd today as well. It seems that F6FNU sent out a batch of them. Tnx Eric for all your efforts !
Enno, PA5EA <cw(at)dx.nl>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 14:28:55 (GMT/BST)

Today untill 12:15 listened to GU6AJE/MM from IM39 signal 55-59 qsb Nice new square for me!! Is there any info about the Journey through wich squares they are going???
Jasper PE1mzs <pe1mzs@hotmail.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 13:33:37 (GMT/BST)

TT8JE: rx card 2day via f6fnu. Tnx Eric / Antoine. Also 200+ H44 6m JA QSLs via buro - seems I'll be busy this weekend. 73
Peter G8BCG/P <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 11:05:38 (GMT/BST)

Very nice expedition Eric you made mni mni happy. You give mni stations a good chanche by calling only new ones!! Tnx for tt8, 5t and tl.
pe1gnp jan
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 10:52:29 (GMT/BST)

correction leaving 23/09/01 hi !
Eric TT8JE
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 09:56:56 (GMT/BST)

hello everybody - nice nice condx in this end of august - no copy here from TY and ok Neil will be TY8JE in next life hi ! Wkd #71 ZD7JC #72 ZA/LZ3 #73 A45XR Any operation from 1A0 or HV ?? Looking for N.A. every evening when EA/CT video are strong ! leaving TT8 on 23/08/01 again activ for 2 or 3 weeks 73 de
Eric TT8JE <TT8JE@I-france.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 09:55:37 (GMT/BST)

jhc tnx Neil yes in past f6fnu also 100%. So maybe that is still best option.
pe1gnp jan
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 09:40:04 (GMT/BST)

Re trip to 4U1ITU. My trip next week is still on. I shall be in Geneva from 28-31 August on a business trip until 30 August. I will try to get to the 4U1ITU shack during the evenings of 28, 29 and 30 August. However I may have business engagements in the evenings as well so no promises! Any operation will be terminated by 20.00 UTC due to ITU security requirements. It would help if any exceptional conditions (SpE, TE or F2) could be reported to me from 14.30 UTC by sending an SMS message to my GSM +353 87 236 7580. I will then try to get to the shack as soon as possible from where I am! On Friday 31 August I plan to be in the 4U1ITU shack from 07.00 to 15.30 UTC when I have to leave to catch a plane back to EI. Again an SMS message can be sent any time on 31 August if the band is open and YOU think you should be hearing me. 50 MHz equipment at 4U1ITU is a FT650 and 5 element TONNA. I'm not going to announce any operating frequencies since the shack is in a commercial area of Geneva and there are many sources of noise and signals. Let's hope for some conditions during Friday. Perhaps it's time to consider a serious 50 MHz operation from 4U1ITU. I'll think about that for the 2002 Es season. 73s Dave
Dave EI3IO <EI3IOconnogue.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 09:24:28 (GMT/BST)

TT8JE via F6FNU works just fine, thats how my card arrived (today.
Neil G0JHC <carr.n(at)runshaw.ac.uk>
- Friday, August 24, 2001 at 08:41:59 (GMT/BST)

Theo PA3HEN/M0HEN/OH5HZD/MM now on his way to KOTKA FINLAND KP30 will be qrv tomorrow because his antenne mast came in on the last moment in 2 parts of 3 meter.He must first make a clamp for it when tomorrow morning qrv then JO24 tomorrow evening jo35 and Jo36 also qrv on 2.More info www.qsl.net/pa3hen/index.html
Erwin PA3BLS <pa3bls@amsat.org>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 20:58:04 (GMT/BST)

Coming Home page is fine. Chris
Chris, G3WOS <g3wos(a)uksmg.org>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 20:50:19 (GMT/BST)

IS the just got home page down or is it my end? Thank you.
STEWART G1HHO <gordon.reeve@btinternet.com>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 20:31:24 (GMT/BST)

heard tt8je saying qsl via homecall. I supose f5fnu no manager anymore?
jan pe1gnp
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 19:01:16 (GMT/BST)

TT TY 7Q ZS6 G0KZG/MM in today (all Es linked..)
johan, ON4ANT <on4aµ>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 18:56:44 (GMT/BST)

more info from Mike>> Hi Ray, Thanks for the reply, and thanks especially for posting the news on the UKSMG page. I finally was QRV in IN54 and have worked 11 stations so far in DL, F, HB9, SP, OK and I2. First QSO IZ2DOB, and best DX SP6ASD (2150km). No condxns yet to PA! The wire dipole seems to work okay, and I have a good match. I'm only running 70W approx. because of the 12V PSU I have on board. Weather is good, and the sea is calm today. Should be QRV again tonight after approx. 1730 UTC, possibly IN41 ??. I have been calling on 50.150MHz so far. I would be interested to know if there are any openings to outside Europe, say if you hear CT3/EH8/6W4RK/TT8JE etc. 73 & hpe cu on 6 Mike GU6AJE/mm
PA4PA, Ray <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 18:39:17 (GMT/BST)

Spoke to the TY expedition on 12m ystrdy, they said the online logs can't be uploaded because they don't have an internet connection... 73
Dave G4RGK <g4rgk@hdeng.freeserve.co.uk>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 10:31:40 (GMT/BST)

Yesterday I for once managed the kids to fall asleep early, and I swithced on the radio for the first time in 3 weeks. BANG! there was TT8JE 59++, one call and he was in the log. He was probably the fastest talking SSB operator I've ever heard. Great job and good fun!
Claus OZ1FDH <oz1fdh xx qsl.net>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 08:34:48 (GMT/BST)

Although the opening last night was weak it was very nice to hear Gs and other Europeans last night. Hope we have many more up there this season. Worked G0KZG/MM again this morning in KG85 using WSJT. He should be in a good spot for evening TEP to Europe for the next few evenings so watch for him around 1700 utc.
Hal ZS6WB <zs6wb freemail.absa.co.za>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 05:38:02 (GMT/BST)

RE: OX/KL7SIX or OX/VK3SIX- For 'Six On Six "hunters"- It would count as a separate "entity" per the rules >>> http://www.conknet.com/~b_mobile/ssos.html
Bob, K1SIX <b_mobile@conknet.com>
- Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 00:40:00 (GMT/BST)

Have anyone information about the QSL.Net Server ? Can`t reach this server since many day, system down ? vy73 Fred oe3mws
Fred OE3MWS <oe3mws@kabsi.at>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 20:48:11 (GMT/BST)

A while back some one placed the info on this page abt bending tubing for folded dipoles. In my infinite wisdom I have misplaced this and need to bend tubing for a 4 m yagi. Can somebody please help 73 de
Paul zs6pjs <zs6pjs(at)pixie.co.za>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 16:29:44 (GMT/BST)

BTW Thanks Said, SU1SK for the card! Came in also today. 73 Ray
Ray, PA4PA <see below>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 13:49:23 (GMT/BST)

RX-ed today from Mike, GU6AJE/MM:> Hi Ray, Thanks for the email, which was forwarded to me here. I now have a 6m antenna in place (inv. V dipole), but not finally fixed yet. We are currently sailing south across the Bay of Biscay (IN66), and I hope to be fully QRV tonight. I did hear some Es signals yesterday from IN67 using a 144MHz antenna, from GM, SP, DL, OZ. I won't be using 50.110 as I have an S8 spurious right on frequency! Why is it always on .110????? Re split operation, yes that was my plan if it gets busy. When the band seems dead I shall use WSJT on 50.310MHz. Although I have email on board, I cannot connect to the Internet so no clusters/UKSMG/N1RZ map for me. Hope to hear you on soon! 73 and good dx Mike GU6AJE/mm Mike
Ray, PA4PA <pa4pa@50mhz.com>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 13:44:37 (GMT/BST)

3V8SM card received this morning. Andrea: Thanks for QSO and very quick QSL. 73
peter G8BCG/P <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 13:10:19 (GMT/BST)

On 6m DXCC, if you can get to the next UKSMG agm, then we hope to have checking as we did this year (thanks Fred G4BWP). You know it makes sense, see you all in 2002!
Kerry G0LCS <g0lcsxqsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 10:28:56 (GMT/BST)

Just worked G0KZG/MM in KG62 on 50 MHz MS using the WSJT program. Worked well but range is short and bursts were infrequent. He should be east and a bit south of Maputo by tonight and will be coming up looking for Europe around 1700 utc. Please note my new e-mail address. The season seems to be starting with fair condx to the Med last night.
Hal ZS6WB <zs6wbfreemail.absa.co.za>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 04:40:11 (GMT/BST)

Theo PA3HEN/M0HEN/OH5HZD/MM is now on board of his vessel for the next 3 months.HE is again on the route North South so OH/SM to EA/CT/I and maybe some more. His trip starts in ROTTERDAM the Netherlands from there he is going to DORDRECHT on Wednesday also in the Netherlands to unload the ship.The next destination is unknown, but Theo expect to leave Dordrecht on Friday or Saturday.GB antenna has build a new antenna for Theo on 1 boom there is a 2el for 6meter and a 4el for 2meter for the transport by plane are all parts of the antenna not more then 1 meter so tnx GB antenna for the solutions. Frequencies this trip are 6meter 50160 when split tx 50160 rx 50165. On 2meter 144.290 so when there is ES on 2 in his direction ask him to go QSY to 2meter.I make everyday spots on the cluster but not from 4/9 till 18/9 when I visit EA country.All latest info is on www.qsl.net/pa3hen/index.html How to get this info on this side---push button newsflash in the second screen scroll down and push the button enter the forum/post your comments then you are in the /MM screen push on the message you want and you can read it.You can also put your own info in it by pushing the button NEW ARTICLE make your article or spot or whatever and push SUBMIT after a short moment the new article is on the top of the list.QSL for PA3HEN/M0HEN/OH5HZD /MM via PA3BLS direct or buro.
Erwin PA3BLS <pa3bls@amsat.org>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 22:54:30 (GMT/BST)

Oliver, congrats! I am still leery @ sending my cards to the DXCC desk for fear they will get lost enroute! Some are quite literally irreplaceable. Way to go! 73, Mike
Mike VE9AA <ve9aa(at)hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 21:53:04 (GMT/BST)

DL1EJA: Congrats, Oliver. I've finnally overcame my lazyness and sent the submission a couple of days ago as well. I still worry 'bout those QSL's...
Bob, 9a3ji <9a3ji**ipc.hr>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 19:06:20 (GMT/BST)

Hi, I'm happy to announce that I received my 6m DXCC #352 today. Thanks to all who helped me to make this wish come true.
Oliver, DL1EJA <DL1EJA@DARC.DE>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 16:53:17 (GMT/BST)

Steve,KL7SIX/VK3SIX, it'll be great to finally work you, even if you do have to come 3/4 of the way around the world to do it. Not sure about prop in the winter from NW GReenland, but OFTEN in the summertimes especially, we have prop to VY0/VO2/OX/TF just around local midnight. This is why most all of the expeditions there rarely make any Q's into NA. (they're all sleeping by then) Take a little snooze sometime in the early evening and get ready for the NA guys late at night. GL! BTW, bcns to look for are: ox3vhf-50.045, ox3six-50.012,vo1six-50.045,vo1za-50.039,ve9ms-50.065,wa1ojb-50.066,ve1smu-50.001,(new, not hrd yet ve2fut-50.083) & the ever powerful ve8by/b (in vyo) 50.049. 73, Mike VE9AA
ve9aa Mike <ve9aa(at)hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 15:08:18 (GMT/BST)

Steve: OX license should be OK with CEPT reciprocal arrangement with US- licenses for a shorter stay (1kW power limit). The Disko island offers excellent takeoff to NA/EU with 1000m mountain only to the North. Small chance of finding a 6m antenna there - ship one ! Contact OX3LX for further details of getting a real OX license, if you´re staying there for a longer time (ox3lx@mail.dk) A group of OZs incl me will be QRV in CQWW SSB end October from Kangerlussuaq (main hub airport) with the call XP1AB. Some 6m activity is also foreseen. 73 Uffe PA5DD
Uffe PA5DD <nouchavw@worldonline.nl>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 09:17:34 (GMT/BST)

FYI Will probably be going to Arctic Station, Disko Island West Greenland Jan 26th thru Feb 28th 2002. Info required on licencing, whether I can sign OX/KL7SIX, availability of any 6M antenna there as I have to come to Denmark first then fly via Ottawa. maybe i can catch up with a few 6M friends passing thru.
Steve KL7SIX/VK3SIX <VK3SIX@qsl.net>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 06:09:01 (GMT/BST)

Nice to see how many EU got CE for new one. Unfortunatelly i missed this time :-(((, any way the FANTASTIC NEWS is that i am appointed as QSL MANAGER for Radio El Conquistador. This is the station owner of SCAMUSICA the station you heard in 47,9 and 48,2. So as soon as we have ready the qsl will let you know. 73 and hope to be on next time Pipe CE3SAD @ FF46
Felipe CE3SAD <FF46email.com>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 01:26:00 (GMT/BST)

de OA4/N6XQ... Glad to see Europe getting into S. America I will be in Lima, FH17, with an IC706 and 3 el yagi 27 Aug thru 11 Sep..and..24 Sep thru 10 Oct I monitor 50.110 and normally QSY to 50.102 on openings. The OA4B 6 mtr beacon is QRT until a new location is found. 73 & hope we can work...Jack
Jack N6XQ <n6xq@ham-radio.com>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 23:10:46 (GMT/BST)

Tonight at 1919ut CE3RR FF46 Raul 55*55 ssb for the first time CE heard and worked here. Also CE4WJK FF45 was max 55 CE music loud and also never heard before. Exciting evening! now counting 170 dxcc. But it grows a lot slower now at this level... 73 jaap
jaap pa0oos <pa0oos@qsl.net>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 22:52:20 (GMT/BST)

And magic it was Neil! I was very pleased to hear CE3RR on 110 just when the music got very loud here at about 19:10. Heared the CE radio for the very first time here at 18:50 and it lasted till 20:45. Also heared CE4WJK.DXCC 110 and still waiting for TY.....
Rinze PA5TA <pa5ta (at) amsat.org>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 22:22:12 (GMT/BST)

I missed CE8ABF in 1989 when he asked me to QSY and I never heard him again. Took another 12 yrs to finally crack Chile, thanks to CE3RR and CE4WJK this evening. Just after my QSOs the music station on 49.200MHz from Santiago kindly played the song "Could it be Magic" by Take That ....I thought that was very kind of them!!
Neil G0JHC <carr.n(at)runshaw.ac.uk>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 22:09:03 (GMT/BST)

The EI4VWY 6m log is on-line at www.eqsl.cc if you want to check your QSO. Real cards will be sent via the buro (or direct if sent direct) when we have them printed. 73 de
Andy-GD0TEP <@qsl.net>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 19:24:18 (GMT/BST)

Andy g0kzg/mm will leaving Durban (kg50) sailling North on Tuesday evening 21 Aug .He will be conducting WSJT tests with several ZS stations as he sails North. He will QRV from abt 1700 utc for TEP daily.73
Paul zs6pjs <zs6pjs(at)pixie.co.za>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 16:22:50 (GMT/BST)

Hi to all, I received today VU2ZAP'Qsl card. Thanks to W3HNK Joe, qsl manager. Good summer to all, and good dx on 6!!
Claudio IK5RLP <trestelleatmarinadigrosseto.it>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 14:53:38 (GMT/BST)

Hello everyone. Can anyone tell me please, is their any UK meteor scatter activity on six metres? Many thanks.
Des M0AYF <m0ayf@thersgb.net>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 11:42:35 (GMT/BST)

(19 August @ 2350 hrs UTC)Many thanks to all who listened for me when I was in Florida & South Carolina (11 Aug. - 16 Aug.). Conditions were bad and I only worked three W5's,two WP4's, and one VP5...at least the sun was great & the beaches were lovely.(Chris..N2NEH)
Chris (N2NEH) <n2neh(at )arrl.net>
- Monday, August 20, 2001 at 00:48:28 (GMT/BST)

QSL QSL QSL..... For those sending direct QSLs to me for the group operation EI4VWY, please note: UK STAMPS ARE NOT VALID IN GD! For those who can wait, i'll be in G in about 10 to 12 weeks time, i'll post them then. But, it is a lot easier to send either an IRC or $. 73 de
Andy-GD0TEP <@qsl.net>
- Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 22:29:11 (GMT/BST)

The log of TY is online (??) on http://perso.wanadoo.fr/f5cwu. But from wich call is this the log ? Seems that no station I know, me included, who made a contact with TY68F is in the log. Strange, or is in not ready filled in..??
Paul ON9BGP <on9bgp@pandora.be>
- Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 20:08:48 (GMT/BST)

Hi DXers Its with pleasure that I announce that Amateur Radio won't be forgotten in East-Timor now that the only active DXers in the Territory have leave or are about to leave. Carlos Poinho, CU3FT, active DXer from the Azores Archipelago and a Telecom Tech. for the Portuguese Air-Force is in Tour-of-Duty for UNTAET in Dili, Capital of East-Timor, and will try to be as much active as possible with the callsign 4W/CU3FT. The License has just been received from United Nations New York and creditation procedures in process by DXCC. Special attention will be given to 6m., specially the upcoming F2 openings in October/November (remember Darwin/Australia was 59 in 50 Mhz October last year in IN50), but also in giving continuity to ETARA - East-Timor Amateur Radio Association,working together with local authorities for a future licensing autority after full independence and in introducing Amateur-radio to the East-Timor nationals. QSL cards via manager: CT1EEB / 4W6EB Jose Emanuel Ribeiro de Sa P. O. Box 79 P-3860 Estarreja Portugal 73 Jose CT1EEB VK8CS, 4W6EB, CU3/CT1EEB http://www.qsl.net/4w6eb Note: Carlos is actually looking for a sponsor for a 6m. band Beam and for the QSL cards.
Jose CT1EEB <ct1eeb@mail.telepac.pt>
- Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 18:14:37 (GMT/BST)

Just received HZ1MD qsl today for a first between our countries, after three attempts. Previous two got lost in the mail while en-route from HZ to ZP (stolen ?). Thanks very much for your persistance Mohamad. This shows the real COURTESY part of the qso. I hope many others would follow this gentleman's dedication to qsling chores.
Mike - ZP5YW <mga(at)conexion.com.py>
- Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 00:20:08 (GMT/BST)

FAO...Chris LA/G8APB/MM - What is your email address pse..my mailer does not accept the address of:- Christopher.Plummerhess.com Thanks, 73 de T O N Y .. GW4VEQ
Tony - GW4VEQ <gw4veq@breathemail.net>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 22:42:58 (GMT/BST)

JO07 Active again. For those who were lucky in July with very short skip 'Es' QSL cards are in preparation. Meantime look out for me or call on 50.150 Will acknowledge all calls or set uyp skeds by email.
Chris LA/G8APB/MM <Christopher.Plummerhess.com>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 16:07:44 (GMT/BST)

Hi! want to let know of new beacons on mt rigaud nr montreal fn35, 28,218 10 watts, 50.083 10 watts 144.281 10 watts 903.280 1.3 watts effective august 16,2001, horizontally polarized call ve2fut reports to: ve2ug e-mail: barbeau_rene@yahoo.com good listening, good dxing 73's mike ve2th fn46ht
mike ve2th <ve2th@altavista.com>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 14:38:16 (GMT/BST)

A45XR and SU9ZZ. Hallo Friends. Many thanks for your QSL cards which are highly appreciated. GL Chris and Jaro. 73 Pierre
Pierre HB9QQ <HB9QQ@USKA.CH>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 14:20:52 (GMT/BST)

TY68F indeed a very dedicated 6 meter operator! At 11.30 UTC TY68F showed up, working into EU contest-style. Vy fb operator, both CW and SSB. At that time he worked PA7MM and then PA7MH. After us lots of others. Nice opening.
Johan - PA7MH <pa0jmh***xs4all.nl>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 13:11:02 (GMT/BST)

TY68F in for 30minutes ssb/cw
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 13:03:09 (GMT/BST)

frequency in message before must be 6 or 7 mhz hi. 73 timon
timon pa9kt <pa9kt@bart.nl>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 09:30:27 (GMT/BST)

Problem ssb preamp solved. As earlier reported i heard in the evening varies signals from 6 7 mhz thru my ssb preamplifier. Wel i do not hear it for the last two nights and the thing i changed is that i now feed the preamp with 12dc over the coax. It seems that the 12v external line piks up to much hf hi. Thanks vor those who mailed me with tips. On9cfb pa2vst. No thamks to ssb who did not react on amail from me.
Timon pa9kt <pa9kt@bart.nl>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 09:28:56 (GMT/BST)

East Malaysia (9M8): I wish to advise that the planned 50MHz activity from Kuching this September will not eventuate. Although I am still going to Borneo for three weeks a decision has been reached to have an "amateur radio free" holiday after considerable thought. Sorry to those who expressed interest. 73 de Jack VK2GJH
Jack D. Haden <vk2gjh@yahoo.co.uk>
- Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 02:28:08 (GMT/BST)

TY68F another "dedicated"6 m Op.? "Came back on a CQ". Isn't he supposed to be on a DXpedition? How about a breakable beacon like TT8JE. There are EU-beacons to listen for! How about a "First Aid Kit" for 6 m DXpeditionners, edited by UKSMG.This week I have been hearing TR8XX, TR0A, TT8JE and ZD7VC during evening hours.
Johan - PA7MH <pa0jmhxs4all.nl>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 20:54:49 (GMT/BST)

going to io84 square on the 24th aug will be operating on 6mts 100watts vertical ant if any body needs it. tks further details email me.
mark g1pie <mark@g1pie.fsnet.co.uk>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 15:04:57 (GMT/BST)

TY68F came back on a cq, he was listening on 110 after ON4AOI warned him on 10m that band was open (TR0A/B 519)
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 13:33:17 (GMT/BST)

Been listening to TR0A/b for an hour and heard TR8CA peaking 59 at noon time.Good scatter on europe as well
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 12:20:36 (GMT/BST)

Received this morning 3B6RF qsl (for 6m). A truly superb card.
Brian/G3SYC <brian(at)gee3syc.freeserve.co.uk>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 10:03:25 (GMT/BST)

Received this morning 3B6RF qsl (for 6m). A superb quality card.
Brian/G3SYC <brian(at)gee3syc.freeserve.co.uk>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 09:56:55 (GMT/BST)

Any other Europeans going to Jimmy's BBQ? Chris
Chris, G3WOS <g3wos(at)uksmg.org>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 09:06:15 (GMT/BST)

3V8CB qsl received today via DL1BDF, thks Mustapha.... Returned quickly too... 73 de Jamie
Jamie gw7smv <gw7smv***qsl.net>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 09:03:46 (GMT/BST)

Hello all! I`m looking for blue-prits to build my own 6-M beam antenna. Is there anyone out there who can inform me where to find or send me some prints via the e-mail. Best regards Goran SM5WGM T.
Goran SM5WGM <sm5wgm@svessa.se>
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 08:51:44 (GMT/BST)

Well done Andy & Co. Come back next year and I'll help you crack IO55HI. Hope you enjoyed the guinness
Tony EI7BMB <skydigital at ntlworld.ie>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 23:30:27 (GMT/BST)

Just a quick update on the EI4VWY trip. Interesting DX was the HZ1, but we also managed QSO's with FG, 7Q7, VE, and K, over 1,000 QSO's, 41 DXCC entities and 191 different grid squares worked on 6m. 73 de
Andy-GD0TEP <@qsl.net>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 18:12:38 (GMT/BST)

Dear SIX friends: Want to let you know that i receive direct today the QSL card from ER6A/p. Mny tnx to Slawa ER1LW and to all friends that help me with informations to get the card. 73s.
Peter PY5CC <PY5CC@50mhz.com>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 16:51:14 (GMT/BST)

Johan,I got D68C card 5 days ago,I'm still waiting for VQ9IO,73
Rys&SP5EWY <rtym@ippt.gov.pl>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 12:51:03 (GMT/BST)

Johan: Many (incl. me) have had QSL from FG5FR, via direct mail to Guadeloupe, not via F6FNU. P.S. Guadeloupe is seen as part of Europe, when calculating the postage
Uffe PA5DD <nouchavw@worldonline>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 11:53:01 (GMT/BST)

3B6RF cards are in, the card is superb!, I wonder if anyone has had luck with D68C,FG5,VQ9IO qsl's?
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 10:52:36 (GMT/BST)

The EI/G4IJE/P (IO41) cards I sent via the bureau to the following stations have been returned to me because they are not members of their national societies: HB9PWQ, HB9PAP and SM3EQY. Does anyone know these guys? Are they keen QSL/Locator collectors? If so, perhaps they can email me with their address so I can send their card direct. 73,
Paul G4IJE <paul(at)broadoak.net>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 09:13:41 (GMT/BST)

New trip from Theo PA3HEN/MM starts next week info as soon as possible.Info on this site and on www.qsl.net/pa3hen/index.html This time North europe to South europe so OH-SM to EA-CT-I and maybe some more.
Erwin PA3BLS <pa3bls@amsat.org>
- Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 00:02:34 (GMT/BST)

Just got word from the QSL manager of ZD7K and ZD8K. They have been attacking the pile 8hrs/day and have just dented it! They are working hard and are sending them out in batches. So the good news is if you send a card for either one it is probably in the stack. Thanks to the operators and the managers for their hard work. I will be patient. 73's CU on 6m
David ZF1DC <zf1dc***qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 22:00:35 (GMT/BST)

Listen to VO1SIX Beacon 50.044 MHz Marystown Nfld GN27KD and send reports to: Jerome Pittman, P.O.BOX 1055 Marystown NFLD A0E 2M0 it's new as july 6, 2001 73's de Mike VE2TH FN46HT
Mike Boissonnault VE2TH <ve2th@altavista.com>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 20:59:42 (GMT/BST)

Will WSJT cut through my s9 GB3BUX qrm - any ideas?
Steve G1 INK <steveg@highpeak.gov.uk>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 15:57:22 (GMT/BST)

Please!...don't start that cluster thing again. If you don't like it or it is not relevant for you please ignore it.
Claus OZ1FDH <oz1fdh@qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 15:12:48 (GMT/BST)

Hello everyone, Just wondering, any meteor scatter activity take place on 6 Metres from the UK and if so is anyone using WSJT for random contacts. Last question, if the answer to the last 2 questions is "yes" could anyone tell me please what frequency I should be listening on for random WSJT or HSCW contacts. Many thanks in advance.
Des M0AYF <m0ayfthersgb.net>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 11:35:08 (GMT/BST)

Nice to get ZD7VC in the log tnx Bruce for a new dxcc on 6m. Heard later LW1DZ on .110 not too strong but workable, then tuning down the band hrd CX1CCC/b abt 519 but no others. Good luck MIKE (MU5MUF) on next trip will be listening for you on 6m aswell as HF if you get chance to run on HF that is. Regrads to ALL Gary
Gary M0CTP <g7lxk#hamshaq.freeserve.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 08:19:15 (GMT/BST)

G1YLE, Nice to hear you Paul this evening 00:23, you were 5/5 then went very QSB. few pings on .110 from you still. Cheers GM7PBB John IO68
John GM7PBB <john@gm7pbb.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 00:28:54 (GMT/BST)

Short opening today to PY5CC, LU's GF05 and ZD7VC. Worked none of them. But I really wonder why it's necessary to work ZD7VC on 6m AGAIN when half of Europe is calling for a new one. Hrd well known calls from DL,G,OZ in the pile-up. This is not HAM but LID-style!
Max, DK1MAX <dk1max(at) web.de>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 22:10:34 (GMT/BST)

Hi all, Nice opening(s) yesterday, 12 x W/VE during afternoon (I should have been too busy to get on air, but ... ) Then 7Q7RM on CW later. The station here is now dismantled, and will be rebuilt for /mm operation as soon after 18th Aug that I can get into the rigging. First leg Amsterdam to Cape Verde (yes that's D44, and NO I don't have a licence for there, sorry). On quiet band I shall try to be QRV with WSJT on 50.310MHz. O/b email ro2(at)mvgp.greenpeace.org. Otherwise keep an eye on .110, and I promise, no lists, no calling by numbers, no special favours. 73
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 19:11:15 (GMT/BST)

Some rumors floating around that ARRL is accepting E-QSLs for credit for awards. A query to thew Awards Director, NC1L confirms that this is not true. What is under consideration is a future world wide logbook database, supported and managed by the ARRL for verification of QSOs from registered users. This is far from being implemented at this time. Meanwhile, good old paper QSL's are still required, and hopefully those computer generated lables are all either signed or initialed in ink by the operator or manager. PS from my own collection, I can say that the older cards which were sent as postcards ( as opposed to being in an envelope) bring back fonder memories, especially when addressed to a QTH long since left, and maybe with a 3 or 4 cent stamp on same. 73 Geo>K0FF ****** from the edge of the 6M Black Hole*****
Geo K0FF <K0FF@ARRL.NET>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 18:08:27 (GMT/BST)

Re QSLs. Many of the QSLs I receive and send comprise computer generated labels with NO human intervention except for getting the wife to stick them on the card! The definition of an E QSL seems to be the mode of sending rather than the QSL format. Is this the objection? If it is I've got a solution which I've tried on my web-site (EI3IO.com). 1. Publish QSL generating software, 2. Publish a personal QSL template that works with that software, 3. Publish your log and 4. Provide a means to export the log info to the QSL software. Then the QSL is not sent by Email but is developed electronically by the person that wants the card. If I wanted to cheat I could still use the software to produce a card with any call on it, print it on my computer, fill in the details and stamp it verified by G3XYZ. Personally I don't see the problem with sending QSLs by Email unless of course you want to collect dollars or IRCs using the snail-mail method! Not really a gripe or groan just a comment! I still eventually send cards via the bureau (purchased from a print-shop using computer generated labels) and hand-written direct cards. 73s Dave
ei3io <ei3io at connogue.com>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 16:11:07 (GMT/BST)

Hi, we have received enough requests for JN14 JN15 in France on 6m so will activate August 23-27. Want to keep it legal so only as close as possible to 5W ERP will be used. A 5 element will be used, so we will have great ears but a small signal. DXcluster will annouce callsign, QRG and direction. Location will be Arrondissement de Millau. Best 73 and look forward to hear you on 6m.
Christophe Huygens, ON1CFX <Chistophe.Huygens@ubizen.com>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 14:27:33 (GMT/BST)

Grzegorz /Greg/ VU's have extended licence on 6m till 31 January 2002.I need them too /hi/.73
Rys&SP5EWY <rtym@ippt.gov.pl>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 13:33:03 (GMT/BST)

VOLCANIC ASH?? ANYONE KNOW THE REFRACTIVEE INDEX OF THIS? HAS ANYONE NOTED ANY DUCTING IN THE SAME DIRECTION AS THE WIND IS CARRYING THE DEBRIS? QUITE POSSIBLE THE FALL OUT WILL HAVE AN ENHANCEMENT ON CONDX BUT IT WONT AFFECT US UP HERE IN THE FROZEN NORTH IO93!!! I WAS THINKING OF HAVING A BBQ END OF THIS MONTH @ MY SHAQ BUT WX IS NOT TOO GOOD SO I AM PLANNING ON HAVING A BBQ NEXT SUMMER PLEASE FEED BACK TO MY EMAIL AD HR SO I CAN LOOK @ NUMBERS, TENTAGE EATING ETC GL GD DX GARY
M0CTP GARY <g7lxk#hamshaq.freeserve.co.uk>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 12:48:02 (GMT/BST)

5b4FL Nick if You can mail me I have another EK6AD card for You, but lost Your address: so let me send You another long delayed QSL. My pleasure. 73 !
Greg SP3RNZ <greg**konin.lm.pl>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 12:27:33 (GMT/BST)

Hi all! Anyone know what's with TY0 dxped on SIX? Anyone know schedule for activity?please put any info here. Second question is about VU guy's, may Raj ZAP will give an answer: what about permission this Year? Seen one or two spot's on clx but nothing more. Still missing VU@6. RE: E-QSL, Edwin MW1EWJ you're right. I'm not accepting e-qsl too. What's good in to have self printed qsl, without the real signature of the opr? This way we can make any qsl if a picture is known. Stay with the old fashion, I'm with You for sure. Regards to all @ 6m .
Greg SP3RNZ <greg**konin.lm.pl>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 12:04:20 (GMT/BST)

14 August is now the latest date for transatlantic Es in my personal records. It remains to be seen if this record is broken. Regardless, the transatlantic Es season is coming to an end. Now is the time to update the map of Eastern squares worked by North America on Es. Please have a look and understand how the color coding works. I would appreciate any updates via e-mail. This should bring hope to many with the realization that even without F2, great distances and many countries are possible via Es. Here is the link http://www.conknet.com/~b_mobile/EastGrids.html Best 73 & Good 6m DX!
Bob, K1SIX <b_mobile@conknet.com>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 11:03:33 (GMT/BST)

'HBA et al: interesting idea re volcanic ash. Is there anyone with good enough records and enough time to check regional propagation after Pinatubo, Mount St Helens, etc etc. There should be enough recent volcanoes in 6m-active regions to see if there's an effect.... 73 all
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 09:10:49 (GMT/BST)

I am still reseving E/qsl's i am not happy with this form of Qsl'ing. To those that have sent me a E/qsl pls send a good old fashon qsl. Will return 100%. Tnx Gud Dx de..Edwin
MW1EWJ..Edwin <mw1ewj@btinternet.com>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 07:45:44 (GMT/BST)

Hi all, Just wondering if there is any news on the ZD7K and ZD8K qsl cards. Has anyone received one? Don't mind waiting if everyone else is too. Oh I almost forgot, I received today a new rotor(Big Boy rotator by Prosistel) so next time band is open to Eu agn I should be back up to full strength with 11ele M2 at 60'. This should provide at least an additional 9dB gain over vertical I used in last opening. 73's and CU on 6M
David ZF1DC <zf1dc@qsl.net>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 02:54:03 (GMT/BST)

Anyone for some MES (Mount Etna Scatter) :-) Seriously though, interesting thought Roger
Adrian G0KOM <ade***50mhz.org>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 22:14:40 (GMT/BST)

A question for those of you that understand the mechanics of propagation. Is it possible that the recent violent eruption of Mt. Etna is responsible for the great conditions we are currently experiencing on 6? I was wondering if the dust and gas outpourings have migrated into the ionospheric regions and are being ionised to give us the recent lift in conditions, or is it just a coincidence?
Roger, G4HBA <g4hba(at)6mdx.eurobell.co.uk>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 21:26:27 (GMT/BST)

On the legal issues regarding F/ operation in France, looks like this is allowed with the new law of 3Feb2001. Not entirely sure though. http://radioamateur.f1rfn.free.fr/jcm_nouvelle_reglementation.htm Concluding advice still appreciated.
Christophe Huygens <christophe.huygens@ubizen.com>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 14:41:47 (GMT/BST)

Re EI4VWy,Well done on the dx ped guys and an EI first to HZ1MD. Hope to see you back here next year to crack IO55 73 Tony
tony EI7BMB <skydigital.ntlworld.ie>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 13:55:04 (GMT/BST)

Christophe, ON1CFX: As far as I know, no legal operation on 6 allowed for non-french stations in France. Tried to get information last year, but that was almost impossible. Decided not to take 6m equipment with me on holiday. Regards, hENK,
hENK, PA0ION <henka@qi.nl>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 13:12:44 (GMT/BST)

IN77 Yes F1ORL/P has been active from IN77 (vacation?) - that is easy tropo distance from here but I've NEVER heard them - only stns wkg. Guess they have QRP / small or fixed antenna? GL Peter 73
Peter g8BCG/P <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 10:42:05 (GMT/BST)

Last day for IO54ub. Still CQ'ing on 6m looking to top the 1,000 qso's barrier (stands at 973 on 6m right now)Brief info: 186 grids, 39 countries. QSL's will be sent via the buro, but if you need direct, then send via me, GD0TEP. Many thanks to all, 73 de
EI4VWY <@hotmail.com>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 10:41:52 (GMT/BST)

Hi all friend's: Peter PY5CC, I think F1ORL/p should be from IN77, not 100%,but ask any F,last heard him few day's a go.Regards also from 3UCA first PY/SP hi. See You next opening on 6. Regards . GREG.
Greg SP3RNZ <greg(at)konin.lm.pl>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 06:52:47 (GMT/BST)

Hi All! For Ed N5JEH, yes a few op's worked from TA before,but not so many...last one was YM0KA, but also TA7V,TA7D,TA1AZ,etc.Sure it's good idea to pick the radio with You, hope for some interesting squares, and sure QSL confirmation.If dxp completed, let us know which sq it will be, still a lots of white squares in TA. Regards Ed, hope to catch You from Turkey.
Greg SP3RNZ <greg(at)konin.lm.pl>
- Monday, August 13, 2001 at 06:48:38 (GMT/BST)

Just wkd ZD8EME after Frank, ON9CFB. Peaking 52 here...short QSO. Was gone here after 10 min....
Paul ON9BGP <on9bgp@pandora.be>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 23:10:34 (GMT/BST)

RE: my last report on ZD8EME, antenna should be beam NOT Beacon - old age creeping on!!
g4hba Roger <g4hba(at)6mdx.eurobell.co.uk>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 22:34:57 (GMT/BST)

Just had a quick qso with Frank, ZD8EME. He asked to report that the beacon antenna has been installed and is working FB. He leaves the Island on Tuesday
Roger G4HBA <g4hba6mdx.eurobell.co.uk>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 22:31:09 (GMT/BST)

"Antenna" that is not "Antennal" Where the "L" did that "L" come from??
John G0JJL <johnsixmaniac.idps.co.uk>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 21:53:31 (GMT/BST)

For those of you interested in antennal upgrades and who are pondering which one to go for, try a bit of aluminium farming (No foot and mouth problems with this) and build one for yourself. I have located an excellent design by VK4ADC. Go to his web pages for the full details and instructions. http://www.ozhelpservices.com/50mhz_yagi.htm I have checked the design with Quick Yagi, Yagimax and NEC software and it all stacks up so to say! Forget cows and sheep the future for UK farming lies in aluminium.
John G0JJL <johnsixmaniac.idps.co.uk>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 21:50:51 (GMT/BST)

Hi Christophe and 6M friends: Will be a great pleasure to work you. JN14 is one grid that i need in France. The other one is IN77. Is anyone active in IN77 ?. I have all the others. 73s and see you.
PY5CC <PY5CC@50mhz.com>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 21:42:04 (GMT/BST)

***JN14 & close opportunity*** -- Hi will be qrv with a few om's 2m and up in the cevennes (south of france) august 22-28. If there is any interest in grid squares JN14 and close will take 6m as well. Could not find definite info on legal issues - CEPT regarding 6m in France, but there a few spots in the area that can be activated with 5watts at least that is our understanding. Please respond direct to Email with requests. Thank you, on1cfx
Christophe Huygens ON1CFX <christophe.huygensubizen.com>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 21:10:05 (GMT/BST)

Can anyone let me have the direct qsl info for EI4VWY Please
Bob G7BXs <b.wake@btinternet.com>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 19:11:55 (GMT/BST)

Anyone operate from Turkey (TA) on 6 before? I may be there Oct/Nov. Will bring 6 with me. Any ifo would help. Thanks Ed N5JEh dm65rd
ED N5JEH <aesitt@qwest.net>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 16:24:35 (GMT/BST)

I am sure its a first Dave, i should have been on the radio HI
tony EI7BMB <skydigital.ntlworld.ie>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 14:58:00 (GMT/BST)

EI4VWY's QSO with HZ1MD is I think an EI first and needs to get into EI7GL's list. Please provide John with details.Congratulations. I should have resisted the 70 MHz contest today! 73s Dave
ei3io <ei3ioconnogue.com>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 14:45:03 (GMT/BST)

3 New squares, that doesn't happen often. OH8K, KP57, GM5RP, IO66 and EI4VWY, IO54. Thanks guys. EI4VWY has had a very nice and stable signal today. Also heard them working HZ1MD. Keep up the good job guys.
Andreas, LA8AJA <la8aja(at)qsl.net>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 13:51:37 (GMT/BST)

EI4VWY completed with HZ1MD about 10 minutes ago. 73 de
EI4VWY <@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 13:39:42 (GMT/BST)

ROY, QSL FG5FR direct to QRZ.com address, nice photo QSL return in about 10-14 days.
Neil G0JHC
- Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 10:26:02 (GMT/BST)

There won't be activity from IO55 on 6m. Various problems, including a generator that's failed has resulted in the guys returning to IO54. 73 de
EI4VWY <@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 22:57:11 (GMT/BST)

What is the best qsl route for FG5FR, via F6FNU or direct? Many thanks, 73s
Roy, GM0EFT <gm0eft(fred)btinternet.com>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 21:25:01 (GMT/BST)

Heard GW4VEQ in the opening today...he didn't hear me...was only 519 . Nothing else exept s9 qrn after 1930z. 73
Dennis J3/PA7FM <none right now>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 20:44:03 (GMT/BST)

ZD8EME , the zd8 beacon may be down , johnny zd8kw will investigate .
ian m0bcg <m0bcg***btinternet.com>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 19:06:18 (GMT/BST)

frank is now on monitor 110 for any dx on 6 m we seem to have cure the beam problem tks ian m0bcg de zd8kw kk
zd8kw <zd8kw@qsl.net>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 18:59:36 (GMT/BST)

ZD8EME yagi is up & working & is now qrv 6m and monitoring 50110 from 1800z , photos and mail just rxed to confirm this .73
ian m0bcg <mobcg***btinternet.com>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 18:59:22 (GMT/BST)

QSL-Info for CT1HZE (IM57NH) is via my Homecall DL8HCZ, direct or bureau. QSLs will be answered in November when I am back in DL. 73s Joe
CT1HZE, Joe
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 16:21:37 (GMT/BST)

DL6DQW will be qrv again as C91RF from 19.-23. September on 6m. 73s Joe, CT1HZE
CT1HZE, Joe
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 16:19:56 (GMT/BST)

G0KZG/MM will be qrv again on 6m starting Aug. 17th from ZS6 direction S7. Then from Aug 31st to Sept. 29th /MM from S7 to A4. Then from Oct. 3rd to Nov. 2nd in the waters arround A4. 73s Joe, CT1HZE
Joe, CT1HZE <info at dubus.de>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 16:18:40 (GMT/BST)

MYSTERY BEACON:Firstly 50.020.7 is listed as ik5zul > tony was you hearing the ik5zul/b aswell as the mystery one? or was this not heard at the same time? :>Therefore if you where hearing mystery beacon on ground wave / tropo coastal ducting on a qtf of 315' perhaps the mystery beacon is ik5zul/b & it does have a keying fault! Has anyone reported this to its keeper? or has any local HAM reported, Secondly Johan if you want a stable 200w & an easy amp to build is the Gi7B very stable, average gain easy designs available "NO SCREEN & BIAS SUPPLIES" plus lots of info on the web aswell.. back to the grind stone here at work :o(
Gary M0CTP <g7lxk#hamshaq.freeserve.co.uk>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 07:54:02 (GMT/BST)

Did hear the "mystery beacon" again today (friday). Openings were not very good, and at the time I heard the beacon, the openings were mostly to I4, I5, I2. Also, the frequency was the same as IK5ZUL/b heard a few days ago. I think this beacon must have some sort of intermittent problem. Anyway, received an e-mail from LA1YCA (KQ10) a few days ago. He moved back north about 7 months ago. He is running with 100w and a dipole 2M a.g.l. He can be reached at la1yca(at)qsl.net for those looking for his snailmail address.
Andreas, LA8AJA <la8aja(at)qsl.net>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 00:46:11 (GMT/BST)

We are QRV in IO54 until Monday Night. Operating on 50.150. Ei4VWZ going upto IO55 Tomorrow, will be on 50.170 from around 16z (+/-)
EI4VWY <ei4vwy(at)hotmail.com>
- Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 00:11:28 (GMT/BST)

Hi, just got a phonecall from ZD8EME. He lost his 6m-Beam today/yesterday because one or more of the fixpoints of the tower broke. He hopes to find a way to get activ on 6m tomorrow.. Keep the fingers cross.
Oliver, DL1EJA <dl1eja(at)qsl.net>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 21:56:00 (GMT/BST)

EI4VWY will be in IO55 Saturday... vy73 Fred
Fred OE3MWS <oe3mws@qsl.net>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 21:48:20 (GMT/BST)

EI4VWY in via scatter qtf 230 now
johan, ON4ANT <on4antpandora.be>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 21:18:35 (GMT/BST)

how long is EI4VWY in IO54 and what are their operating procedures (MS)? Chris
Chris, G3WOS <g3wos(at)uksmg.org>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 20:45:35 (GMT/BST)

ZD8EME , after a few problems with aerials and laptop problems frank should be qrv 6m from tonight and will also be able to work skeds on 2m eme from 2000z tonight , has been testing 2m array this afternoon , some probs with 6m yagi but should be working now.
ian m0bcg <m0bcg@btinternet.com>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 19:36:27 (GMT/BST)

Does anyone have any news from Frank YHR re ZD8 expedition? Regards
Conrad G0RUZ <g0ruzbtinternet.com>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 18:12:13 (GMT/BST)

Dan KH6UW will lead a group of four operators including Mike AL7KC, Bill W7TSQ and Tom K7ZZ on a trip to Johnston Island from 11 - 18 Sept 01. The group will be active on 160 - 6 meters including the WARC bands using CW and SSB, using the callsign K3J. Two 24-hour stations will be used, with a third activated as needed. European contacts will be emphasized when band openings permit. QSL via AH6HN.
AH6HN
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 10:15:04 (GMT/BST)

Hi all 6m Fans. New Photo of the shak on QRZ.COM..73s Gud Dx
Edwin.. MW1EWJ <mw1ewj@btinternet.com>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 09:52:44 (GMT/BST)

While others are talking about it, Denmark (OZ) has made an "operator class" license. To obtain it you pass an exam like the one you need for using a VHF radio in your boat, so operator skills only, no technical questions. The good news: This class does NOT give access to 50MHz.
Uffe PA5DD <nouchavw@worldonline.nl>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 06:33:27 (GMT/BST)

PE9DX, i think i heard something about a free license but it was by the Wireless institute of Australia????, Just talking about it, thinking about it,probably years away or may never happen, very early days, anyway good dx to you all form cold [17deg c] Perth, cheers Graham http://www.qsl.net/vk6ro/index.html
Graham VK6SIX <vk6ro@_NOSPAM_hotmail.com>
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 01:49:55 (GMT/BST)

Johan PE9DX, it looks like a joke but it seems to be going that way, since the R...B relaxed the rules on cw the world is following, we even have sing songs on the local repeater late at night here !!! did u think of setting up www.luckybaglicences.com It is a sad state of affairs when "organizations" are just about giving away ham radio licences, sorry if I offend anybody but that's the way many of us feel...where's the gripe page
Charles EI5FK
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 01:36:53 (GMT/BST)

Hi all. FYI Both myself and Roger G4HBA noticed in tonight's NA opening that we had doppler - we both had to turn our RIT down by about 100 HZ to resolve on frequency - but I almost missed W5OZI as he came in 100 HZ high!!. Never observed this before - anybody else find this?? Never seen this before that I can remember. EM00 best DX in the opening
G4IGO Ken <g4igo at freeuk.com>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 22:46:30 (GMT/BST)

Worked EI4VWY on tropo today. They ask to say they had a few problems but now OK. They are on 50.150 for anybody - tropo MS or E's etc. Gud DX
Ken G4IGO <g4igo at freeuk.com>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 17:41:19 (GMT/BST)

Not only the exciter phase noise counts, but also the receiver phase noise does, so one cannot hope to keep interference under control by acting at the transmit side only. It is a long way to go, and having a class-A final is just a step along that way. However, the IMD products of class-A amplifier will depend on both drive signal and grid bias. For best performance one should adjust drive and bias such that the grid never becomes positive, nor the plate current ever gets too close to zero. Such drive limits will further constrain the amplifier efficiency. Rule of thumb: the lower the output power, the best the IMD.
Tony, I0JX <i0jx@amsat.org>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 15:20:58 (GMT/BST)

JON N0JK, Yes Jon , there is much demand for A61, only a few lucky ones worked that country. 73 Willem
Willem PA0HIP <wmorsink@wanadoo.nl>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 14:45:57 (GMT/BST)

The XE1KK/b is back on the air as of 0015 utc August 09. Is there much demand for A61?? de N0JK
Jon N0JK <n0jkhotmail.com>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 13:42:18 (GMT/BST)

Johan: While your intermod products are a zillion dBs down on your class A-amp, the phase noise of your LO will generate the splatter. Better spend your time & $$$'s on building a clean exciter. Anyway - is splatter really a problem on 6m, except some extreme cases ? Most people have quite a high radiation angle, so local splatter is NOT the same problem as on higher frequencies.
Uffe PA5DD <nouchavw@worldonline.nl>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 12:54:29 (GMT/BST)

Tnx for the feedback on class A amplifiers, my transvertor output stage is a class A , 50 watts , switchable to class AB1 200watts, so a 200w class A amplifier would do just fine in winter months.. has anyone has info on 3th and 5th order products of tubes in A? (most manufacturers only indicate those in AB1
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 12:45:42 (GMT/BST)

Hi ALL can anyone tell me where to find more info about the WSJT software??? and what it is all about mny thanks in advnace '73 Jasper
Jasper PE1MZS <pe1mzs@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 11:10:40 (GMT/BST)

Class A gives absolutely fantastic voice quality on SSB. It sounds just like FM. But make shure that the whole driver chain is Class A. Since bias current is constant, it's best to integrate ALC in the audio stages. You have my full recommendation Johan; your "audience" will enjoy it, and there is no chance for splatter... One day I'll do it again (Class A). At least we need the heating rigs up in the North from October till May..... 73, Zaba OH1ZAA/2 (non-active this Summer)...
Zaba OH1ZAA <zaba@dlc.fi>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 10:48:36 (GMT/BST)

RE: Class "A" PA's efficiency. Depending what signal you will add to it you can tell it. Anode current is allways the same. So when you press PTT and keep quiet efficiency is "ZERO". So don't expect more than 25% over a given time. At least you can use it as a shack heater. Why would people want to use a class A amplifier? I would suggest to use a real big tube for it. Like a 4CX1000 or something like that. But I never would use a class "A" amp in RF service. Class AB is just good enough for sideband etc. 73,
Peter, PA2VST <gouweleeuw***wanadoo.nl>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 10:26:49 (GMT/BST)

I just read in a EU magazine that in VK land they are planning to give people a licence for FREE if you make only use of a buyed RX/TX on a limeted base!!!! Only because there are less people come to ham-radio. Can someone in VK tell more about this. 73's Johan PE9DX
Johan PE9DX <pe9dx@amsat.org>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 09:12:51 (GMT/BST)

Perseids – 2001 Operating from JP62BB on 6 Meter with call LC1PAT. For more info look here: www.qsl.net/lc1pat 73 Rune LC1PAT
LC1PAT <LC1PAT@QSL.NET>
- Thursday, August 09, 2001 at 08:37:37 (GMT/BST)

Can anyone tell me what tube could give output of 200w in class A on 6m? (with some safety margin on the dissipation) (is the efficiency 25-30%?) has anyone tried this, what would be power gain of such device tnx in advance
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 22:29:13 (GMT/BST)

MISTERY BEACON: sorry, I meant 146 ms
Tony, I0JX <i0jx@amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 22:18:05 (GMT/BST)

RE MISTERY BEACON: this evening the band here is completely dead, but the mystery beacon is ON with its odd keying and a very steady signal (S3). This is obviously ground propagation from a station located somewhere in Italy. Antenna heading from Roma is about 315 deg., this meaning that the beacon is located on a virtual line along the Thyrrenian coast, joining Roma to Genoa via Florence. Carrier frequency (zero beat) is 50020.2 KHz. Mode is CW (not FSK). I recorded the beacon and I tried to reverse the CW with a computer program (the only thing I could try...). I determined that the signal consists of multiples of an elementary time slot of 1,460 milliseconds. The ONs precisely last either 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 or 6 slots, whilst the OFFs precisely last for either 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 slots. The Morse code instead specifies that ONs should be either 1 or 3 slots, whilst OFFs should be either 1 or 3 or 7 slots. Conclusion: the mistery beacon remains a mistery!!
Tony, I0JX <i0jx@amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 22:03:09 (GMT/BST)

Is G0KUX still responsible for award program of UKSG? email not working. can anyone assist ?
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 21:34:56 (GMT/BST)

Does anyone have an E-mail adr. for TT8JE?
W1JJM <W1JJMataol.com>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 21:10:39 (GMT/BST)

I have just read on the RSGB site that the future of amateur licensing will be revealed jointly by the RSGB and the RA on the 21-22nd Sept at the Leicester Amateur Radio Show...... 73 de Jamie
Jamie gw7smv <gw7smv@qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 19:08:52 (GMT/BST)

Summer contest results just updated on contests page - still only claimed results only. Chris
Chris, G3WOS <g3wos(at)uksmg.org>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 19:00:42 (GMT/BST)

Another email from Andy XE1/G3SVD today,he is nr Mexico City and is there until next Sun with bcn on 103 when not in shack and on on 110 when in shack beaming EU. He said XE1KK/B is off the air at present. So far only a few contacts with DM and CM squares.
Norm G3NVO <norm @woodtech.demon.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 18:25:35 (GMT/BST)

Some of us down here had the luck to work LA1YCA in KQ10 a few days ago. His address is given as in JO28 grid - anybody know if this is correct or has his true QTH???
Ken G4IGO <g4igo at freeuk.com>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 17:10:39 (GMT/BST)

It's quiet up here in IO66... There are very few openings and they may be very short, so we'll have to make some minor changes of plan. I will move down to 50.093 for routine CQing, and change to 30sec periods - I will always TX the SECOND 30sec period, UTC.... I will normally CQ on CW, fairly fast to make best use of any meteors, but will reply with whatever mode/speed you use to call me. QSOs may have to be very quick BKIN. In case of QSB before the QSO is complete, fall back to the 30sec periods again. I'm happy to start a QSO on Es and finish a half-hour later on MS! ... Please pass the word, and spot me on the Cluster if you hear me, eg "GM5RP 50.093 IO66 CQ 2nd 30sec" ... Hoping for more QSOs as the Perseids start to run... 73 from GM5RP (Ian G3SEK)
Ian GM5RP <g3sek@ifwtech.com>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 11:00:06 (GMT/BST)

Re WSJT: there was a LONG discussion on this last month, so would suggest a visit to the back issues. Also check out this site: http://pulsar.princeton.edu/~joe/K1JT/ 73
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 09:30:39 (GMT/BST)

sorry WSTJ
mw1ewj <MW1EWJ@BTINTERNET.COM>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 07:29:21 (GMT/BST)

Wat is WAJT Mode!!!!
mw1ewj <mw1ewj@btinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 07:27:23 (GMT/BST)

Colin GW3RYR: Operation from HS: I exchanged lengthy e-mails with Ray HS0/G3NOM recently - according to him there is no 6m allocation and no chance of a special permit in the forseable future :-(. I'll forward his e-mail address 2U
Peter G8BCG <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 06:25:23 (GMT/BST)

An absolutely fantistic (what I believe to be late season Es to F2 coupling) into TT8JE who peaked 59 here and was in from 1729-1833 UTC. I was tuning up the new pair of 3CX800s on what I thought was a dead band. Please do NOT try this at home. North Americans believed to have made Qs include K1TOL, K1GPJ and K1TTT. Many tnx #142 Eric! Best 73 es Good 6m DX...
Bob, K1SIX <b_mobile>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 00:58:59 (GMT/BST)

hello all...i will be mobile for next 3 days hope to work you from other locators .my destnation is LL16 and will be passing by ll26 .i will use icom 706mk2g and a whip antena with the icom tuner ah4.no computer and no internet conetion .its sunny with above 50c so be pathint with me pleas .just imagining me on tob of mountain in noon time with engine runing ....it looks fantastic and wish to have a reward by working you. wishing you all the best 73
MOHAMAD-HZ1MD <HZ1MD[AT]HOTMAIL.COM>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 00:39:16 (GMT/BST)

Could anyone tell me if 6m operation is allowed from HS and, if so, what restrictions exist, if any. Thanks.
Colin GW3RYR / 7Q7CM <c.morgan@wlv.ac.uk>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 00:24:45 (GMT/BST)

ZD8EME :: i have just dropped frank DL8YHR off and waited until he went thru boarding gate at brize norton airport bound for ascension @ 2300z tonight , he will monitor 50110 as soon as he can get set up on 6m , hopefully tommorrow ,also has all the eqpt checked in for his 2m EME station including azi/elev rotators .ic746 100w & 16 1/2 feet boom on 50mhz . trip ends next tuesday evening . 73
ian m0bcg <m0bcg@btinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 00:03:01 (GMT/BST)

44 States on 6m.....Can anyone beat this?.....see EI7GL's page @ http://www.qsl.net/ei7gl/6m_eihis.htm Has anyone in EU ever worked all states?......What EI2W worked in previous cycles makes my mouth water!. 73 de T O N Y .. GW4VEQ
Tony - GW4VEQ <gw4veq@breathemail.net>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 22:45:49 (GMT/BST)

Lately I'm very active with the new mode WSJT. I think it's a good mode for filling up the gaps between the openings on six, it might even give you that one sqr you couldn't reach by short skip or tropo....(io84 e.g.). I specially would like to make a sked with stations from JO52, JO40 and/or JN57 comming ms shower. Pse contact me on my e-mail address, even If you just would like to try this mode. Gd dx and cul in ms shower !
Michael, PA3GST <PA3GST@HETNET.NL>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 22:33:24 (GMT/BST)

Nice to hear GB3BUX Back on its 95+ in io73tj.
MW1EWJ <MW1EWJ@BTINTERNET.COM>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 22:21:13 (GMT/BST)

Said thank You for the CN8LI/p operation!! and the beacon.
johan, ON4ANT <on4ant@pandora.be>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 21:39:30 (GMT/BST)

Todays surprise! 5A1A on .120 vy quick qso 30 sec and then gone! Tnx for new one! I hear getting a card is fun! Never sent recorded mail to Libya before! Simon PLM
Simon GM4PLM <gm4plm@emn.org.uk>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 20:40:01 (GMT/BST)

What is QSL info for TT8JE? Is F6FNU ok?
Han PE1PNB <pe1pnb@qsl.net>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 20:07:25 (GMT/BST)

Hi 2 all 6m fanatics.excusez pour le ton mais...L'esprit radioamateur est de faire un qso et si possible remercier pour le nouveau dx ou locator au lieu de demander "betement" si cn8li est une beacon ou un om...73s & gl de cn8li.
said cn8li <cn8li@yahoo.fr>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 19:18:42 (GMT/BST)

Anyone got a Wind-up/Tiltover tower 4 sale, pref within reach of Essex, or any type of tower for that matter, mail me privately, Tnx Ade
Adrian G0KOM <ade***50mhz.org>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 15:33:01 (GMT/BST)

Dear all, I unfortunately was shot by the Virus of "W32.Sircam.Worm.mm", so my computer distributed virus mail on Aug.5. I have to say I am sorry for distributing "BAD mails". Now my machine is back to on line. Take care of VIRUS! de Shirow HS0/JF6DEA in Bangkok
Shirow HS0/JF6DEA <jf6deaja6ybr.org>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 14:56:13 (GMT/BST)

The GM4IJE/P (IO66) QSL cards have just been posted to the bureau. Sorry for the delay but these things take time. FDS Graphics have done an excellent job so they are worth waiting for! 73.
Paul G4IJE <paulbroadoak.net>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 09:28:49 (GMT/BST)

Are you missing OH0LIZ QSL @6m 1997 or 1999 pedition? Pse contact me via email
Kari, OH5YW <oh5ywsral.fi>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 09:05:54 (GMT/BST)

ZP5AA beacon is back on the air on 50.024 from GG14. Fully repaired after being hit during a thunderstorm. Band conditions awful this side, but hopefully things will improve soon.
Mike - ZP5YW <mga(at)conexion.com.py>
- Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 01:55:01 (GMT/BST)

Thanks to the originators,David G8GXP:The following information was supplied by Tony G3RKL. The beacons are back on due to the hard work by Tony G3RKL and Nick G7EKY. The beacons, GB3BUX, on exactly 50.000MHz and 70.000MHz and co-located with the 2m repeater GB3HH at Harpur Hill just south of Buxton in Derbyshire, were returned to service at 1830Z on the 1st of August. The transmitters have been extensively rebuilt on a common chassis, and share the same circuitry, which locks the output in time and frequency to MSF, the 60kHz standard transmission signal from Rugby. Users will have noticed a change to the previous keying sequence, where, although the callsign id's remain the same (GB3BUX on the minute, GB3BUX IO93BF on the five minute mark), during each second, there is now a 10ms carrier break every 100ms, with a 40ms break on the second. This is to allow users to examine the signal at 10 sweeps a second on an oscilloscope for propagation studies. It also has the effect of rapidly distinguishing the signal due to the characteristic amplitude warble. The time reference is on the carrier break and should be within 100us or so of the corresponding break in MSF's carrier. Also, since the output is locked to MSF, any Doppler data due to propagation conditions can be extracted by users with appropriate frequency standards. At times when MSF is not available, during maintenance periods, for example, the keying sequence reverts to the previous single 100ms break at the start of every second. The nominal erp for each frequency is 25W, omnidirectional, horizontal polarization from twin stacked turnstiles at approximately 15ft agl. 73 Derek G4IHO Ps The beacons are out of service due to maintenance at the site where they are located. Hope to have them back Monday evening 6th August. Thanks guys, much apriciated by the 6m community, David 'gxp
David G8GXP <G8GXP(AT)BTINTERNET.COM>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 19:22:51 (GMT/BST)

Thanks Conrad - my preferred freq = 50.165. QSOs so far: Barnsley and Spain, so let's have some more please!
Ian GM5RP (G3SEK) <g3sek@ifwtech.com>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 18:30:45 (GMT/BST)

Ian G3SEK will be calling cq from 18:31 utc today on odd minutes from IO66XJ.His call is GM5RP.As he has hills in the direction of the UK he is using MS backscatter to work G. I beamed 320 or so and as well as reasonable ms reflections there was a very weak residual iono type signal. Stations with a good takeoff in that direction should be able to hear him without resorting to MS.Also he is monitoring for Aurora and Es of course.
Conrad G0RUZ <g0ruzbtinternet.com>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 17:32:32 (GMT/BST)

I will be QRV from the IARC club station 4U1ITU at odd times during some evenings in the period 28-30 August and all day Friday 31 August. My apologies to all waiting for EI3IO QSLs, I've had to order the second batch of 3000 cards since starting here in 1997. Hope to have them soon. 73s Dave (IARC life member G3SDL)
Dave EI3IO <EI3IOconnogue.com>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 16:29:49 (GMT/BST)

second posting sorry hello all. i find out that i am using a rong grid locator when i checked in GBS now my correct locator are LL34JQ the mistake was on the last 2 leters. so for the stn i had worked before please corect the locator to be LL34JQ .if any one like me to send him new qsl pls let me know .with plesure glad to re mail qsl card if you like but i need some more time. today was not bad 7 qso nothing new.also heard many beacons good luck.73
MOHAMAD-HZ1MD <HZ1MDHOTMAIL.COM>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 13:32:16 (GMT/BST)

hello all.i find out that i am using a rong grid locator when i checked in GBS now my correct locator are the mistake was on the last 2 leters. so for the stn i had worked before please corect the locator to be.if any one like me to send him new qsl pls let me know .with plesure glad to re mail qsl card if you like but i need some more time. today was not bad 7 qso nothing new.also heard many beacons good luck.73
MOHAMAD-HZ1MD <HZ1MDHOTMAIL.COM>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 13:30:05 (GMT/BST)

Good opening for USA/VE from JN71QQ last night, I turn on my radio at 21z, and the band close at 22z, I worked 13 stations, a big surprise from my square. Tnx to all
Mike I7CSB <i7csbòlibero.it>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 10:15:55 (GMT/BST)

Re: Beacon: I just checked IK5ZUL/B on 0.20 and its keying is perfect. So it is not the mistery one. 73s Andrea
Andrea IK5QLO
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 09:57:55 (GMT/BST)

QSLs: Still waiting for J5X (anyone rcvd it?) and VQ9IO. EX8MLE has a manager? (qrz says direct). 73s Andrea
Andrea IK5QLO <andy.ghilardi(at)comune.lucca.it>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 08:58:49 (GMT/BST)

Good opening yesterday night from central italy(JN53) to USA. Started around 20.30 z and lasted about 1hour and 1/4. Worked about 40 stations from call area 1-2-3-4, cw ad ssb; signals up to s9, mostly s3-5. Rig 8877 and 4x 9 el long yagi home made @36 metrs. Thanks all guys called me and sorry for those i losted! 73 de Marzio I5MXX
MARZIO I5MXX <i5mxx@allstarsviaggi.it>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 07:20:51 (GMT/BST)

Addendum: It's now 0434 UTC and the CT0SIX/B is still in. Rare conditions! 73 es DX
Bob, K1SIX <b_mobile@conknet.com>
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 05:35:57 (GMT/BST)

It's now 0300 UTC and as I type this I am listening to the 599 signal of CT1DYX working one W after another. Pedro - I hope you sleep well tomorrow!
Bob, K1SIX
- Monday, August 06, 2001 at 03:57:46 (GMT/BST)

GW4VEQ - Hi! Would like to send you an e-mail but wrong adress on qrz.com. Could you pse e-mail me? Tnx de Luis, CT4NH
Luis Teixeira - CT4NH <ct4nh@mail.telepac.pt>
- Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 23:04:27 (GMT/BST)

another day with good conds to W / VE and no chance to break through the G Wall :-( vy73 Fred oe3mws http://members.kabsi.at/oe3mws
Fred OE3MWS <oe3mws@kabsi.at>
- Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 21:54:28 (GMT/BST)

Utah operation in DM37QL starts 10 Aug. @2300, ending 1700 13 Aug. 2001. Will be there mainly for Perseids m/s on 2M, but 6M action hoped for. EU stations & EU TV channels monitored. Elevation is @2800M above sea level. Es to EU possible, not yet achieved. OX & TF best candidates. CW OK. o QRV for S-E paths enhanced path. QSL via QRZ.com data. 73, AL, K7ICW
Al Olcott--K7ICW <k7icw@arrl.net>
- Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 20:15:45 (GMT/BST)

Hi all, will be QRV /mm after 18th Aug, sailing south from JO22, with 6m this time! Hope to be QRV with WSJT for when there is no Es/F etc. More details as and when I know them, 73
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 19:26:20 (GMT/BST)

R1 TV no romping through (05:55z), with weak JA's hrd on CW. First DX heard by this station since 1st week of May. (JA's were worked locally yesterday)
Scott VK4JSR <VK4JSR*50mhz.com>
- Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 06:57:36 (GMT/BST)

hi there anyone have the adress of ER1AAZ and 5R1AN 73z OZ0JX
soeren oz0jx <oz0jx@qsl.net>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 23:33:57 (GMT/BST)

Chuck W3TC: 5A1A replied to my card sent recorded delivery to CBA, it took 3mos, I think most cards are answered.
Nick G3KOX 5B4FL <5b4fl(at)qsl.net>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 16:48:37 (GMT/BST)

Anybody allready works with the new Tentec model 526 2/6m allmode TRX ??? Is very cheap and has great features. But is it worth the money ?? Anybody has experience with it. See for techn. info at homepage of Tentec.....looks great.
Paul ON9BGP <on9bgp@pandora.be>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 16:42:30 (GMT/BST)

Ther seems to be a little confusion on the cluster! The station you think is CE1RGE is really 2E1RGE.. Regards
John M5DVT <m5dvt@qsl.net>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 15:56:33 (GMT/BST)

Hello All, Ineed some Dx QSl help and info . Has anyone had success with 5A1A, and could someone help expedite the process. Chuck w3tc@att.net Thanks !
Chuck W3TC <w3tc@ attnnet>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 15:24:53 (GMT/BST)

EI7BMB/P is QRV from IO43 (rare) now 50.230. Band is open to north italy. Calling CQ few takers.
EI4IX Dave <ei4ix_at_qsl.net>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 15:16:13 (GMT/BST)

Pierre, if you take your kit to 8Q again I can guarantee I will be QRV for the whole time looking for you :)) gl de Trev ...-.-
Trev G3ZYY <Trev@southwestuk.demon.co.uk>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 14:02:41 (GMT/BST)

hi to all 6m fanatics.Vy tks for all the om who contacted me during my qsy to East of morocco.i will be qrv from my qra im64 next monday.But i will be qrv from others locators soon.I was qrv w 100w/dipole.73s & gl from cn8li.
said CN8LI <cn8li@yahoo.fr>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 13:34:24 (GMT/BST)

5B/G1JJE is now on 50.184 and 70.185 waiting for conntacts 73 STEWART
STEWART G1HHO <GORDON.reevr@btinternet.com>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 12:31:39 (GMT/BST)

REF: FP/NN9K , qsls go direct to NN9K , peter e beedlow ,741 greenway avenue, colona , IL 61241-9337 ,USA. peter said he used only a vertical 6m dipole and 100w /IC706MK2g for his big EU/UK opening , qsls are being printed at present and will be sent out as soon as they are in his possession. thanks very much peter for all youre efforts .
ian m0bcg <m0bcg@btinternet.com>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 10:14:57 (GMT/BST)

4W6UN and the 50.097 beacon are now closed as of Friday 2240z. Remaining 6m activity possible from Thor 4W6MM [also occasionally as 4U1ET]. We wait to see what becomes of the 4W prefix very soon! VK2QF [ex 4W/VK2QF]
Nev VK2QF <vk2qf@yahoo.com.au>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 09:09:30 (GMT/BST)

Re: CE0Y/W7XU -- With very few exceptions, all requests for CE0Y/W7XU cards have been answered as of a couple of weeks ago. You can email me if you do not receive a card soon and I will look into it. (Please include date and time of QSO if you email me). 73
Arliss W7XU <w7xudtgnet.com>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 08:31:21 (GMT/BST)

( 4 August 01 @ 0135 hrs BST)Greetings to all..just a reminder that I will be QRV in EL 90 (St. Augustine Florida) from 6 Aug. to 11 & FM 02 (Charleston, South Carolina), from 11 August to 14 August. Freqs. will be 50.110/50.125/50.224/5...all modes. In the words of the Dave Clark Five..."Catch me if you can..."(Chris..N2NEH)
Chris (N2NEH) <n2neh(at)arrl.net>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 01:34:56 (GMT/BST)

Hi, anyone knows if the cards from CE0Y/W7XU are already being send out in the mail ? 73 Jose CT1EEB/4W6EB
Jose CT1EEB <ct1eeb@mail.telepac.pt>
- Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 00:03:48 (GMT/BST)

Just suppose it ain't a beacon at all !! Could be a sproggi or even some in band military wot not!
John G0JJL <johnsixmaniac.idps.co.uk>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 23:33:33 (GMT/BST)

You beacon detectives,try looking for IK5ZUL/B in the keying just checked spots @oh cluster,it seems to answer ur? last spot says wrong keying @50.020 n 1st AUG
Fal MU0FAL <colin to lorbert.freeserve.co.uk >
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 22:30:48 (GMT/BST)

What if......the beacon is keying in Japanese or a Cyrillic language and not "English CW"????-------Mike
ve9aa Mike <ve9aaxxxhotmail.com>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 20:49:38 (GMT/BST)

I guess a beacon can go mad once in a while - everyone else on 6m has been there at least once, hi!
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 19:59:51 (GMT/BST)

Unless, Mike et al, the beacon is really gone mad and keying only rubbish. As Uffe PA5DD said, the beacon is suffering BSE "Beacon Sending Errors". I heared the beacon here also with a good strength and couldn't make anything of it, not even with reversed cw. Strange nobody here knows where the damned beacon is..........
Rinze PA5TA <pa5ta (at) amsat.org>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 19:57:26 (GMT/BST)

Hi all, Tried to analyse the "mystery beacon" using a spectrogram, so I could fill in the "wrong side" of the FSK, but it's still gibberish to me. I think MAYBE the call sign has an "X" at the end (I know, like 50% of all six metre beacons, hi hi), and MAYBE the number "56". It's definitely NOT real CW, so must be the wrong side of FSK. My first guesses are EITHER IK5ZUL or CX1CCC, but I am not at all sure. It seems like the RA sample has at least a full beacon cycle, so should be possible to decode eventually, but I give up! 73
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 18:07:39 (GMT/BST)

If you didn't work yet D44 or worked the wrong station, I'm glad to announce that 6 meters operator CT1EKF, Xara, has just got his Cape Verde ticket D44TD. He will be travelling often to the islands. Next trip is for 40 days begining Aug. 25th. He'll grab a ic756pro and a 4 ele. beam. Suerte amigos. 73
Jose eh7kw <ea7kw(a)ure.es>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 17:42:07 (GMT/BST)

Hallo friends. We will be in 8Q7 last week oct, first week nov 2001. As 6m condx might be rather poor by then I am thinking of taking my 16 element 6m beam with me. All elements are mounted on two nylon strings and I would have a good possibility to mount that huge antenna in direction EU. I will also usemy 4 el widespaced baem....! Do you think its worthwile doing something like that or is it rather a crazy idea??? Comments are welcome. 73 Pierre HB9QQ
Pierre HB9QQ 8Q7QQ <HB9QQ@USKA.CH>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 17:30:47 (GMT/BST)

Andreas, although I was unable to decode your mystery-bcn, it does sound a lot like an FSK bcn, but the reverse side of the keying.( Maybe you were tuned to the wrong side of it?) Probably would take a little time, but I am sure someone could decipher it! Just a thought. Who knows! 73 - Mike
ve9aa Mike <ve9aaxxxhotmail.com>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 16:24:01 (GMT/BST)

If any of you 6m/4m crossbanders would like to build a "prong" for 4M then take a look at the following web page for a real piece of aluminium farming! http://www.qsl.net/m1ccz/4m7e.html Get that tube cutter moving and do as Kerry, G0LCS says "Build your own" Cheers John
John G0JJL <johnsixmaniac.idps.co.uk>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 16:11:29 (GMT/BST)

Hi Gary. I think the heading was 160-170, but I didn't really peak it. But I know it wasn't coming from southwest. Also did hear GB3BUX very strong yesterday, and I worked a page of G's :-)
Andreas, LA8AJA <la8aja(at)qsl.net>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 09:46:04 (GMT/BST)

Andreas I also heard the beacon you refer to on 50.0205...I also could not read the CW iD qtf from IO93 was abt 120' & upto S7 @ times, GB3BUX on 50.000 is back on air no deatils of any changes but its as strong as before with me. GL wid DX Gary
Gary M0CTP <g7lxk#yahoo.com>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 08:48:49 (GMT/BST)

If you worked 3V8SM take a look here for station details (FT290+TVTR+ 5/8 vertival!) licence etc http://www.andreaghedi.it/hobbi/3v8sm/total.htm 73 peter
Peter G8BCG <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Friday, August 03, 2001 at 06:33:19 (GMT/BST)

Band turned out ok today. I worked G, F, I, HB9, EH, CT, DL and to my surprise TT8JE was suddenly on 50110 very strong. One quick call, and he was in the log. This was the only dx heard today. I did work 5 CT stations. I usually don't hear CT's very often :-) Hopefully the next few days will bring some more dx in my log. BTW: I did hear a beacon on 50020.5 that I could not identify. Either I didn't tune it in right, or the CW is very bad. Can anyone help me? Check this soundclip http://www.qsl.net/la8aja/unknown_beacon_6m.ra
Andreas, LA8AJA <la8aja(at)qsl.net>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:41:01 (GMT/BST)

Hi Guys, I will be qrv from Fri evening in io43/44. Beacon will be on 50.135 please send prop msgs via sms to +353 86 2607864. On the suggestion of some stations more experienced than I ,I will be operating in "brutal" mode ie only giving my square every ten overs or so and I do not need the last two letters of your square. This is in an effort to work more stations my apologies in advance if I am rude. I'm also open to other suggestions. Tnx Tony EI7BMb
tony EI7BMB <skydigital(at)ntlworld.ie>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:26:49 (GMT/BST)

I will be QRV as OH0/SM5WPW/mobile tomorrow the 3 august with 50w and mobile whip. I hope that the condx will be good. SM5WPW Mike JO89HQ 3W 5EL at home.
SM5WPW Mike <sm5wpw@vessa.se>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 21:19:54 (GMT/BST)

Sergey EX8MLE confirms with G4IGO (first), G4HBA, G0LCS and M0BCG - between 1755 - 1803 - he and EX8MLT were in from 1750 to at least 1820
Ken G4IGO <g4igo at freeuk.com>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 21:12:13 (GMT/BST)

Hello All ! I still looking for technical infos to build a * 6m BEACON * for Austria (OE) - Can anybody help with layouts ??? Thanks fer Your Help maybe we can soon bring up 1st Austrian 6m Beacon ! Iam happy about any Helping Info ! 73s de Charly OE3KLU
OE3KLU <oe3kluuboot.com>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 18:51:03 (GMT/BST)

Operating now from EK09. Running beacon on 110/103 but only propagation so far to DM square. Beaming Eu most of time looking for that elusive Eu contact. Runng IC706 100W to 6ele, qth 10,000 ft asl 73 Andy
andy G3SVD <andy.hewitt@talk21/com>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 15:44:48 (GMT/BST)

Thanks for the debate guys but let's call it a day on this issue, this is an announcement page not a discussion page - looks like propogation has dropped away again! Cheers Chris
Chris, G3WOS <g3wos(at)uksmg.org>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 15:24:07 (GMT/BST)

Ref bandplans & cw vs ssb, you want to try living in IO93BG and listening to GB3BUX across the whole band when beaming 150 through 270 degrees! I wish I could hear TT on any mode. Let`s hope for some more of our severe Buxton weather & get the thing back off the air. By the way, it is the same on both my TS680 & FT736 so probably not a receiver fault. Looks like I`ll be working GW long path from now on.
Steve G1 INK <steveg@highpeak.gov.uk>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 15:05:54 (GMT/BST)

Re: TT8JE. It seems that double standards are a constant here. Peter, Dave... I didn't say I wouldn't work a DX I need even if he/she appears in beacon portion of the band (or even OOB, hi). That was not the issue here. It's the DX station that dictates the way things are going. And if obeying some simple voluntary rules is a turnoff for a DX I'm sooo sorry (ie. I may not care if KP4 are ragchewing on .110, I may even like it as I monitor .110 and I might hear them, but ask locals if they like it). I was not crucifying anybody. It was just a simple remark. Now I feel like being crucifyed :-) I wouldn't say a thing if I don't think Eric is an excellent operator. And I'm sure he's six meters freak just like we are and he has not activated TT because of the love for rest of us, but because HE likes it (after all, that's all that matters). Bob
Bob, 9a3ji <9a3ji**ipc.hr>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 11:38:02 (GMT/BST)

Re TT8JE: Eric thanks for being there and bothering to come on in your spare time.
Kerry G0LCS <g0lcsxqsl.net>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 11:12:49 (GMT/BST)

Well said Peter and Dave . Thank goodness its raining here now ! Be grateful guys for any operation on 6 mtrs from these countries.Don't think I envy Eric at the moment where he is and yes thanks for taking the time to put on TT. Stop crucifying people for not operating in the " correct" part of the band - its a hobby , your life doesn't depend on it , so get real and have some FUN .
Peter G3IBI <pascutt(at)tcp.co.uk>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 10:53:31 (GMT/BST)

Re: TT8JE's operating. Agreed Dave. Are we getting foolish or is it the summer heat? Wonder what men said when they still needed the country? Would they coop with a bandplan or ignore the rules? One thing for sure: I would have worked him! A bandplan is okay and will help to some kind of an organisation. The way Eric did is just okay with me. Stop this foolish complains please? 73,
Peter, PA2VST <gouweleeuw***wanadoo.nl>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 10:28:12 (GMT/BST)

GB3BUX bcn in io93bf peaking 579 into jo20ar. Glad to hear the beacon on again.Wonder when gb3nhq will be back......long time ago that i heard it..... Nice to c it back....good fer tropo reports
Geert on4gg <on4gg@pandora.be>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 10:23:23 (GMT/BST)

Mike - I was trying to being restrained when I said "a few tweaks".
Colin GW3RYR / 7Q7CM <c.morgan@wlv.ac.uk>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 10:12:48 (GMT/BST)

I have come to the conclusion that this page and the internet in general is a very good way to stop any one wanting to activate any new countries or squares. all the comments and critisisms that appear here are a real turn off for a DX station I say well done and thank you Eric TT8
Dave G1ktz <d.s.robins@btinternet.com>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 09:39:53 (GMT/BST)

I think the bandplan needs more of a good hard wallop, than a few tweaks, ;o) But the emergence of WSJT just underlines the problem: it's a mode which doesn't fit in anywhere naturally - it might be data but it can't go in the middle of the RTTY, FAX and SSTV WB sigs, nor can it go on the MS reference freq (or should we call that the French calling frequency today?) Things change - technology, amount of activity, experience of operators, knowledge of propagation - the only thing that hasn't changed on 6m for a few years is the bandplan. Yes, I agree we should keep to it (as much as possible, no-one's 100%), but not be blind to the fact that it is getting old and creaky. Like any aging entity it needs to spread out in the middle a bit to stay comfortable, hi. 73
Mike GU6AJE / MU5MUF <gu6aje***thersgb.net>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 09:37:21 (GMT/BST)

Re discussion on SSB in the CW segment, inter-continental DX window etc. Isn’t it time we reviewed the bandplan? Beacons occupy vast swathes of the CW segment, restrictions (e.g. erp) have been eased, the list of countries with access to 6m continues to grow (thankfully!). The existing bandplan was designed in quieter times, maybe it needs a few tweaks.
Colin GW3RYR / 7Q7CM <c.morgan@wlv.ac.uk>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 08:30:40 (GMT/BST)

Mike I7CSB: I worked K8MFO (NOT MEO) in EN90 - name Don. Recording here: http://www.qsl.net/g8bcg/sounds/NA-July2001/K8MFO-QSO-22-7-01.rm is this who you worked?? 73
Peter G8BCG/P <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 06:34:54 (GMT/BST)

Peter, G3IBI & Co. Re: VU activity. Since May end there has only been only 3 days when very weak signals were heard. We have very few stations within 3000 Km range. So far the SpE has been disapointing to me and Bob VU2MKP/HB9MKP. We were hoping for some multi hop which didn't happen. There were a few days when very short transmissions were heard. We are still on band and listening all day on 110. July 31st was the first time I heard video buzz on band after the end of May.. We should hear EU soon..
vu2zap Raj <vu2zap@arrl.net>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 04:07:55 (GMT/BST)

I have just read Kerry's comment about building your own beams. I can't agree with him more, I have build to beams that we (G0WNL/P) have used for the summer E's contest for a number of years, and am convicenced that the only reason we have been been 1st or 2nd is because we are always developing our system. I also use YO (Yagi Opt) & Yagimax2. But be careful of over optimising your beam(s)!!!
Peter G7ETZ <pcarr@g-systems.demon.co.uk>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 01:40:58 (GMT/BST)

Re: TT8JE. Eric, I don't want to start an argue here, but if there's a BANDPLAN, one should obey it. A lot of keyboards went worn out from "cqing on .110" to "WSJT and other digital modes QRG" discussions. Why should this be exception? Or you? Or me? Or anybody? You could as easily QSY from .110 to .120 to work SSB. But you QSY-ed from .110 to .092 and shortly after started making SSB contacts, with pile-up wiping out entire CW portion (I was not the only one who complained about that, btw). And, Peter BCG yes, I've worked TT8JE. I have confirmed TT. But, who knows what I've missed due to QRM? ;-) GL all. CU in next opening. Bob
Bob, 9a3ji <9a3ji**ipc.hr>
- Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 01:11:29 (GMT/BST)

Re: TT8JE. Eric I think you have some sort of a rx-problem ?? I hrd your TT8JE/b allmost every day from my vacation qth in SP9 in the past week, but even if it peaked 579 I was unable to break it with 50 W. I also hrd you cq-ing at 579 and the only stations you responded to were running big pwr. Even if you'd have 1 kw you should have easily hrd me ???
Peter ex- sp9/pa1six
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 22:33:28 (GMT/BST)

I need the complete loc of K8MEO, I worked him Sunday evening, but I copy only E?90. Any help? Ciao de Mike
Mike I7CSB <i7csb@libero.it>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 19:25:14 (GMT/BST)

Could someone please give me the full url for the vhf-dx-discuss reflector because i can not find it....TNX Hrd SV5 @ good strength on Saturday but unable to break in!!!!!!!! he was 59++ for over 1 hour then faded away ;o( BUT on a happier note I did work SU1SK mni tnx fer new 1 dxcc 80!!.Then came the W5 saga! My best direction is that way yet could not hear any sign of them STRANGE how localised propagation has been this year. TNX to johan for info on the "ELEPHANT GUN" antenna & TNX also to the guys who gave me the dates for Veinheim 2001 too late i'm affraid that my colleague has booked that weekend off so i cant go :o(( NEXT YEAR I WILL BE THERE ASWELL AS FREIDRICSCHAFEN to meet everyone Reagrds TO ALL 73's Gary
GARY M0CTP <g7lxk@hamshaq.freeserve.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 16:58:35 (GMT/BST)

Eric, Well said. You run your beacon out of the way on a good freq and operate on that freq on CW. If someone cannot work CW you come onto SSB to work them. That is gentlemanly operating. OK so it's not in line with voluntary band plans. But, if you run your beacon above .100 people complain. If you operate on .110, they complain, if you operate too near .110 they complain, if you don't split they complain, if you do split they complain. BUT ONLY IF THEY DONT WORK YOU. 73 Eric CUL
Peter G8BCG <g8bcg@qsl.net>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 16:09:11 (GMT/BST)

Details ofthe Benin trip can be found at http://cdxc.free.fr/index-e.htm. 11 to 29 August 73 Fred
Fred G4BWP <fredchhomeshack.freeserve.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 14:32:17 (GMT/BST)

RE VU ACTIVITY - I'VE NOT HEARD ANY ACTIVITY FROM VU OR SEEN ANY REPORTS ON THE CLUSTER .ARE THEY STILL INTERESTED OR HAS THE RECENT BEHAVIOUR PUT THEM OFF ? I'M STILL AWAITING NEWS OF THE TY OP - Dates etc . 73 de Peter
Peter G3IBI <pascutt(at)tcp.co.uk>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 14:25:20 (GMT/BST)

About 3V8CB qsling, the adress from Mustaffa via DL1BDF is ok!! Because this is his one callsign, Mustaffa is the man behind the station there in 3V, this is the second clubstation after 3V8BB. So far i knows is this a boyscout station!!!! Expect NO fast qsl from Mustafa because he is absolut NO dxer, also he works for the Lufthansa and is very often from home.
Johan PE9DX <pe9dx@amsat.org>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 11:04:25 (GMT/BST)

Re: 9A3JI Thank's for your opinion my friend what do you make for 6m band an exotic croatian island !!! try to make a trip and make your own trafic - when man asking ssb I have to do that quickly 73 de
EricTT8JE <TT8JEI-france.com>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:46:58 (GMT/BST)

3V8CB qsl info? Florida? Tunisia? Who has the correct answer please?DL1DBF in Fl.seems the best bet.73 Bill.
bill gw3mfy <gw3mfy@btinternet.com>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:24:50 (GMT/BST)

OX3NUK in GP44 in here with good sigs at 0100 local time. *NO* sigs from either OX bcn at the time. Later hrd VY0AAA and VE8BY bcn.
David MM0AMW <mm0amw qrz.com>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 09:31:34 (GMT/BST)

A message from VQ9JT: I am surprised to hear that you are not getting QSL's from VQ9IO. VQ9IO is the club station call sign and we have been giving 100% answers to rcvd qsl's. Although, we do have trouble with individual operators using their own call signs. Everyone at Diego Garcia only stays there for a little while and then gets transferred & sometimes they do not leave a forwarding address so the cards go unanswered. I left Diego Garcia on the 17th of May and at that time I mailed out all QSLs that we had received. I do have a stack of Bureau cards to mail and should do so in the next few days. I will not be back in VQ9 land until October but I will send an email to my friend there and check to see if all cards have been answered. I have no blank VQ9IO QSL cards at my home QTH in Texas. Thanks for working our stations and I hope that you will receive a card shortly. Joe K5DIY/VQ9JT
Tom DL7AV <dl7av at online.de>
- Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 09:00:51 (GMT/BST)

Welcome to the UKSMG Announcement Page! We hope that you enjoy this announcement and chat page. Just click on the e-mail address to send a personal reply to an announcement or post a message if you think others will be interested!
Chris Gare, G3WOS <chris(at)uksmg.org>
- Thursday, August 15, 1996 at 12:57:19 (BST)

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