Hey guys, I know this subject isn't strictly about VHF contesting, but I thought I'd let you all know what my plans are. The rules for the VA QSO party are a lot different than some. There is almost
I'm not sure if this is a question, a statement or just musings about contest ethics. More than likely, I'll just ramble on about it but I would like some feedback from the VHF contesting group as I
Because Limited Rover does allow for a second operator, that is the current plan. In my usual bout of over-thinking things and my competitive nature, I was examining other options. It was while going
Well, the rules do give an exception for a rover vehicle to carry more than one rover station under the "family rule". 2.3.1.A rover vehicle may transport only one station using a single call sign. A
OK... as usual, I missed a couple of critical points before opening my big mouth. I think I read the rule quite differently than it is intended. I read that only one station was allowed per "rover ve
Thank you Sean. I would like to ask a follow up. Please understand that I am not asking this as a way of looking for ways around the rules. I've been careful lately to be very conservative about this
K4GUN will be operating with a completely new antenna set-up in a vastly improved rover. I haven't finalized plans, but it looks like I'll be starting in FM27 on the CBBT and working South on the bri
I'm now in the market for an inverter for my rover station. I need to power a laptop and the rotator for the antennas. The inverter will be mounted next to the aux battery, inside a steel tool box in
OK... who has a "hash free inverter"? Steve _______________________________________________ VHFcontesting mailing list VHFcontesting@contesting.com http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/vhfcon
Well, that is something to consider, but I'm not sure it really is needed. Allow me to describe my power needs and the physical locations of everything. I'm running one IC7000. Only 6 meters will be
I found one. Its a 600 watt AIMS with a peak of 1200. I ordered it for $200 with free shipping. It includes a USB port (not sure for what), dual fans, cords and all the rest. I appreciate the input a
I know its early, but I'm getting my plans set for the June VHF QSO party. I know there are a lot more rovers that will be heading out and I wanted to giver others a chance to comment on my proposed
Why do I get the idea that somebody at the ARRL just screamed down the hall, "Who the [insert invective of your choice] posted that to the web site?" It looks like nobody bothered to consult with Sea
Looks like Sean got things straightened out over the APRS rules. Note the wording of 3.3.7 now: 3.3.7. Rovers are permitted to use APRS. Rovers using APRS transmit only their call sign and position.
I just got off the phone with DEMI and got some bad news. Back in February, I ordered one of their high power 222 transverters (60 watts out). I told them I needed it before the June contest and they
Well, my new rover system is just about complete. I posted some pics on QRZ if you're interested: http://forums.qrz.com/showthread.php?t=163565 I've run into a problem though. I decided to spend the
As usual, I have received a number of excellent comments and suggestions and that has lead to a few more questions on my part. As is also usual, a lot of those comments came to me directly and not th
The QST article for the January VHF+ contest is on-line now. The Line Scores are not. Looks like I have my work cut out for me in Limited Rover. Steve _______________________________________________
That's a serious rig for Unlimited Rover. Its ready to go for multi-op work. Heck, its long enough that the front could be in one grid and the back in another. Sign me up! Steve - K4GUN _____________
Yes, you're crazy... as are many of us. I'll see you in the asylum. LOL. Sounds like a great set-up. I'll aim South a few times and see if we can't get lucky with some e-skip on 6 meters. Steve K4GUN