NG3K writes:
> But, suppose WP3R is working through a huge pileup that takes up 5 kHz on
> either side of his run frequency. Should I observe this protocol anyway?
> In this case, the likelihood that I'm actually responding to someone else
> is pretty low.
I guess I am not sure I understand the scenario. If I am WP3R and have a
pileup of guys calling me - there is still a chance the pileup might spill
over onto a frequency that someone that I can't hear is running guys (like
maybe a KP2). Having the people calling me sending "WP3R" at the start
of their exchange would be very useful to make sure I haven't wandered off
into someone else's frequency.
I guess I really don't see a situation where it doesn't add value. The
only situation might be if I am the ONLY signal on the band - like could
happen to WP3R on 10 meters or something.
Tree N6TR
PS: One trick if a guy calls you - but you aren't 100 percent sure he came
back to you - is to ask him for a fill. I did this at least once during
the SS CW and the guy wasn't working me. It is a quick way to clear up
the confusion.
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