The RBN is only the transport mechanism of many CW Skimmers tied
together into a world-wide system. From that viewpoint, there can't be a
RBN without CW Skimmers feeding it. (The word "only" is not meant to
diminish the technical skill and foresight that was required to design
and implement it!)
73 de Bob - KØRC in MN
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On 7/9/2012 4:12 PM, brian coyne wrote:
> Here is the rule dealing with 'Assistance'.....
>
> ..... 4.1.3. Use of spotting nets, packet, or multi-channel decoders (such
> as CW Skimmer) is not permitted. Single-operator stations that use spotting
> nets, packet or multi-channel decoders will be reclassified to the
> Multi-operator, Single Transmitter category.
>
> For the sake of clarity, as 'RBN' is not specihically mentioned, can it be
> confirmed that use of RBN is assistance and that it's use places ops in the
> Multi op category,
>
> Rule 6.4 does mention use of the internet.....
>
> 6.4. The use of non-amateur radio means of communications (e.g.
> telephone or the Internet) for the purpose of soliciting a contact (or
> contacts) during the contest period is inconsistent with the spirit and
> intent of these rules.
>
> It does seem to me though that because Skimmer is mentioned many guys take
> the view that if an 'aid' is not mentioned as excluded then it is ok.
>
> 73 Brian 5B4AIZ /C4Z.
>
> .
>
>
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