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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:22 1996
From: Ray Dennis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: FM on Superradio III
Date: Sun, 30 Jun 1996 23:26:44 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r58vv$[e-mail]> <4r78s5$[e-mail]>

Bob Lucas wrote:
>
> I opwn two of them, and when i first turned to FM, one night, I heard
> stations hundreds of miles away...I couldnt believe iyt.. almost like
> AM! Great radio!In article <4r58vv$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
> says...
> >
> >Hi=
> >Just bought a Superradio III this afternoon. So far, so good, but the
> >tuning knob seems a little fiddly.
> >Judging by the messages from the group, it's THE radio AM DXing.
> >What is the reputation of the FM side of the radio?
> >
> >Thanks- Beaker
> >
> >
> >Bob,

You must have hit an FM band opening.  The FM side of the Superadio is
better than average, but "hundreds of miles away" indicates other than a
hot radio.  It is a GREAT AM receiver and NOT TOO BAD FM.

Ray Dennis


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dan Leskinen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Synchronous Detector Project
Date: 30 Jun 1996 23:46:42 GMT
Message-ID: <4r73l2$[e-mail]>




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:24 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,alt.radio.pirate,alt.radio.netw
From: Free Radio Service Holland <[e-mail]>
Subject: FRSH goes DX Magazine
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 1 Jul 1996 00:31:35 GMT


<< NEWS >> Free Radio Service Holland << NEWS >>




Hi there !


Just a mention to you all that our magazine FRS Goes DX #140 is out now !

This magazine contains 28 pages of information, this time:

-   Complete SW loggings form March 16th till sunday June 9th.
-   Shortwave news in genaral, with the 76 mb report.
-   Sounds from Offshore:
        Radio Caroline
        Channel 2000 (Israel)
        Radio Lite
        Situation around the Communicator (ex. Laser 558)
-   Information about interesting radio-links on Internet
    (see also HTTP://www.tip.nl/users/henk.leppers)
-   News about the Russian free radio scene
-   "Made in Holland"; the Dutch scene
-   A look back to the SW pirate scene in the 70's and 80's
-   FRSH newscorner / 15 years Free Radio Service Holland
-   Alternative Thought column


If you want a sample copy of FRS Goes DX, sent:

DM 5,- / 2,- B. pounds / 3,- US $ / 4 irc's to:

FRSH
PO Box 2727
6049ZG
HERTEN
Holland.

FRS Goes DX is made by: Peter Verbruggen / Hans Knot / Chris Latiers / Marten
Boonstra /
Joop
ter Zee / Norbert Scheel / Stuart Dobson / Herbert Visser / Mark Brown / Andre
w
Yoder /
Artiom
Prochorov / Nicholas Sharpe / Thorsten Brandenburg / Ian Bigger / Gemot Kramer
.

Further info: E-mail: [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Lucas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Drake SW-8 vs Sony 2010?
Date: 1 Jul 1996 01:05:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4r788e$[e-mail]>

Have a Sony 2010, like it, and wonder if anyone can compare the Drake
SW-8 to the Sony... is it better? More features? Wish the Sony had a
lighted dial, cause i use it at night a lot.  (bedside)
Anyone had both, or could compare them? Or... have an SW-8 for sale?
thanks  e-mail please



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jonathan Lathrop)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: AM reception
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 05:19:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4r7nih$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

darren <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I live 70 miles from Cleveland, Ohio, and like to listen to some of
>the sports talk programs on that cities AM stations.  The stations are
>just beyond the limit of my two AM/FM radios.  An employee at
>Radio Shack told me that a shortwave radio will solve my problem.
>He said they work on the AM band and should enable me to pick
>up those stations clearly.

>Is he correct?  I have never owned a shortwave radio.  Will a
>shortwave solve my problem?

>Please e-mail your response.

>Thank you.

>Sincerely,
>Darren Constantino
>[e-mail]

Shortwave radios generally provide better reception than your average
radio. My DX 390 gets the best reception of any of the radios that I
have. However they are far more than that. They allow you to hear
broadcasts from all over the world because the frequencys the recieve
reflect off the ionosphere.If all you want to do is dx ( listen to
distant stations on) the broadcast bands then a GE Super Radio might
be the thing for you. There is lots of good information about dx'ing
and super radios on the Old Time Radio faq on the web.

 http://www.old-time.com/faqs.html

Good luck.
Jonathan Lathrop
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dan Leskinen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Synch Detector Article
Date: 1 Jul 1996 08:08:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4r812g$[e-mail]>

I am interested in getting the July, 1996 issue of the British magazine
"Ham Radio Today" so that I can get the plans for a synchronous detector
construction project. Does anyone know where (and if) this is sold in the
U.S.?



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:28 1996
From: Roger Basford <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: HT Inventor on Talk Show
Date: Mon, 1 Jul 1996 09:19:17 +0100
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4qmd1l$[e-mail]>

In article <4r07si$[e-mail]>, Keith Stevenson
<[e-mail]> writes
>This sounds like a really interesting program and I would really love to
>listen to it.  Can anyone tell me how it would be possible to listen to
>it via shortwave/satellite in the UK?
>
>
Keith,

I listened to the show last night on 12160 kHz using a Icom IC725 and a
Datong active antenna at 20 feet agl, signals were consistently S9+. The
sigs were also fairly good on a Sony 7600 with a whip antenna. The
interview was very interesting, pity there wasn't a 1-800 freefone line
for listeners outside the US, 'cos I wanted to have a go at the quiz!

73, Roger G3VKM


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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:29 1996
From: "Herb A. Zite" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WTB: Kenwood R-5000 Voice module
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 09:37:18 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Kenwood has stopped producing these and I just can't stand having a
button on my radio that does not do anything.

Kenwood searched their dealers databases and could not find one for me
anywhere. I know there has to be one out there somewhere!!!


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:29 1996
From: Jerry Stack <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: AM interference problem
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 09:42:24 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4r8q4c$[e-mail]>

Denes S. Varady wrote:
>
>
>
>
> Do you live on a FARM??  Miles away from people?
> Your light DIMMER in the BEDROOM causes the interference.
>
> I bet you have one there..
>
> It MAY be romantic.. but dimmers are a CURSE..
>
> [They control the "conduction-angle" of the current sine-wave.]
> --
> I don't have a dimmer there, but have one in my dining room. My curiosity
was piqued by the fact that it appears to be from the AC line in that
area (battery-operated radios not affected, nor are AC-powered radios in
other parts of the house).

Someone else has suggested a defective switch which is arcing in the off
state.

As I said, it is not a big problem for me since it does not affect other
radios--just wondering about the phenomenon.

BTW I live in urban LA, although in an area with large lots. I'm not very
close to another house.

Thanks for your reply.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:30 1996
From: [e-mail](Rob Peebles)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MHz
Date: 1 Jul 1996 10:48:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4r8aek$[e-mail]>
References: <4r77j5$[e-mail]>

In <4r77j5$[e-mail]> [e-mail]
(James Fraser) writes:
>Frequencies like 10 MHz are universally recognized as ones likely to
>carry at least one time signal station.  That being the case,
>shouldn't the immediate bandwidth surrounding these frequencies--say,
>9.995 to 10.005 MHz in thiscase--be considered a "ham free" zone?
>--

The amateur allocation doesn't start until 10.1 MHz,  and there are no
voice privileges for *any* hams on this band.

--
Rob Peebles, WD8LXX
Dublin, Ohio


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gilbert Baron)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MHz
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 11:13:56 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r77j5$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (James Fraser) wrote:

>Frequencies like 10 MHz are universally recognized as ones likely to carry at
>least one time signal station.  That being the case, shouldn't the immediate
>bandwidth surrounding these frequencies--say, 9.995 to 10.005 MHz in this
>case--be considered a "ham free" zone?


Get your facts straight before you criticize. That region IS a HAM
FREE zone. The amateur band is 10.1 to 10.150 AND NO VOICE allowed.
What you are hearing is  not LEGAL amateur radio, PERIOD.
--
Gil Baron W0MN [e-mail] Web http://www.isl.net/~gbaron
"Bailar es vivir" pgp2.6 key http://www-swiss.ai.mit.edu/~bal/pks-toplev.html
"Cuatro caminos hay en mi vida. Cual de los cuatro sera el mejor"

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:32 1996
From: Robin Harwood <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Turkish Radio On 8445 Khz.
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 11:55:17 +1100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Tuning over the 8 mHz as I daily do, I came across at 0530 UTC a station broad
casting
music with an Eastern flavour. The modulation was excellent as was the signal
strength
although predictably there was a lot of c/w interference as it was right on th
e edge of
the sitor segment and the beginning of the coastal stations.When the announcem
ents were
made, the language was obviously Turkic.Judging by the professionalism of the
content,
it didn't sound like a clandestine operation, so I decided to check the Voice
of
Turkey's output on 9445 and 9460.Voila, the programming on 9460 was identical
to that on
8445 but significantly there was no signal on 9445.So it looks as if somebody
has
accidentally programmed the transmitter to operate 1 mHz down from it's usual
operational frequency.Strangely enough the signal level on 8 mhz is better her
e than on
9 Mhz.There is still audio heard here at 0648 but is rapidly dropping.
--
      Robin L. Harwood VK7RH
      5 Helen Street,
      Newstead TAS 7250  (003) 44 2324
      e-mail : [e-mail]
--
      Robin L. Harwood VK7RH
      5 Helen Street,
      Newstead TAS 7250  (003) 44 2324
      e-mail : [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Everyknee)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: How's the Grundig Satelit 700 ??
Date: 1 Jul 1996 12:06:59 -0400
Message-ID: <4r8t33$[e-mail]>
References: <4q40ur$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Everyknee)

I like my 700 too but was initially disappointed until I put up an
external antenna.  50' of wire later and I love it!  I can't imagine what
a "tuned" antenna would do over just wire.


Craig in Fresno

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Andrew Thall)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MHz
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 13:32:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4r8kfl$[e-mail]>
References: <4r77j5$[e-mail]>

I am not familiar with the mentioned radio, but, what you might be
hearing is a mixer product -- that is to say, the desired frequency +
or - the IF in the receiver.

Andy, WS7J



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:35 1996
From: T E I X E I R A <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Fences and gutters as antennas? Trees???
Date: 1 Jul 1996 13:56:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4r8le2$[e-mail]>
References: <4r7099$[e-mail]>

A local Ham W6QWK was recently the "Fox" in a T-Hunt here in
Fremont, CA.  From an article in "73" magazine he used a tree.......yes a
real live tree as an antenna.   He dorve 2 spikes in to the tree and
used a tuner.  When the people in the T hunt found the sight the whole
tree was radiating.  He also used a 70cm rig to jam the 3rd harmonic
and the actual transmitter was buried.

Don AC6TG




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:36 1996
From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: AM interference problem
Date: 1 Jul 1996 15:16:28 GMT
Message-ID: <4r8q4c$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Jerry Stack <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I have a cheap little AM/FM clock radio in my bathroom. I often get a lot
>of static on AM--I presume it is from a high voltage line about 50 yards
>from my house. With a strong station it's not too bad, but it really
>intereferes with weaker ones.
>
>This morning I found out something interesting: when I turned on my
>bedroom light the interference vanished. (Turning on the bathroom light
>did not change anything.) I've also noticed that  battery powered radios
>don't seem to pick up the noise.
>
>I am not so much concerned with the interference but with trying to
>understand why turning on a light should make a difference.

You SHOULD be concerned about interference...

Do you live on a FARM??  Miles away from people?
Your light DIMMER in the BEDROOM causes the interference.

I bet you have one there..

It MAY be romantic.. but dimmers are a CURSE..

[They control the "conduction-angle" of the current sine-wave.]
--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:36 1996
From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MHz
Date: 1 Jul 1996 15:19:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4r8q9m$[e-mail]>
References: <4r77j5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

I pick up some Spanish AM trafic right there..

Columbian drug-dealers OR more likely local ones?

Reading, PA

--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:37 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: sci.space.policy,sci.astro.amateur,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.aviation.military,alt.politics.org.cia
Subject: Re: K-2 = AFP-731 [aka Impending Launch of Stealth Spy Satellite??]
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 16:57:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4r908o$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4qujam$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>  <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>



>Anyone else have some thoughts to add???

>--
>John Pike
TDRS?




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:38 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 01 Jul 96 17:05:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: bbc western n.a. broadcasts
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: [e-mail] (David Coursey)
Subject: Re: bbc western n.a. broadcasts


In article <4pll9j$[e-mail]> d.pinto wrote:
>
>After 0800 UTC, the BBC signal I know about gets very difficult to
>receive.  I am in the Los Angeles area, and do not use an external
>antenna on a Sat. 700. The freq. that I seem to be able to pick up is
>around 6700, or thereabouts. If there is a better or alternate freq.,
>please either post or email me. thanks, dp.

Here in SF BBC WS is available overnight on public FM and is also carried on
several cable systems (24h/day)....If either of these is available they would
be your best bet.

DC
David Coursey, Editor/Publisher
www.coursey.com (Soon: Free trial subscriptions)
Host: Showcase 97 -- January 19-21, Palm Springs

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:39 1996
From: John Pike <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: sci.space.policy,sci.astro.amateur,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.aviation.military,alt.politics.org.cia
Subject: Re: K-2 = AFP-731 [aka Impending Launch of Stealth Spy Satellite??]
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 19:27:07 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4qujam$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>  <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4r908o$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:

> TDRS?

TDRS has got its hands pretty full with Lacrosse, I think, which
is why there is the totally separate SDS-2 constellation in
GEO and HEO. This is another reason that I continue to think
that Lacrosse was on the Air Force side of NRO rather than
the CIA side, since they seem to have totally separate
communications architectures.

--
John Pike
Federation of American Scientists  http://www.fas.org/
 Public Eye                        http://www.fas.org/eye/
 Intelligence Reform Project       http://www.fas.org/irp/
 Space Policy Project              http://www.fas.org/spp/

Indeed I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just.
  - Jefferson


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:40 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
From: [e-mail] (kEN Colburn)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack antenna -- any good?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 1 Jul 1996 19:47:34 GMT

Someone here said 'the longer the better' . i thought the antenna had to
be a certain length for SWL. My goes from 200 KC to 30 Mc. What lenght
should i use? tia

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:41 1996
From: Bob Hudson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: The Russian who "invented" radio - the Sequel
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 20:43:56 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

WHO INVENTED RADIO? CERTAINLY NOT MARCONI.

No one invented two-way wireless electronic communications, but the
Russians are right - one of their own did beat Marconi to the punch,
but as I like say, Popov "invented" radio but didn't think it was
important enough to mention to anyone. Popov and Marconi brought
together the research of others into a practical application -
electronically sending and receiving signals through the air.

There is a new web page - http://fecha.org/saints/html - honoring
Russian scientist Alexander Stepanovitch Popov and his contributions
to the creation of the world's first working radio communications
systems and his role as one of the pioneers of Electronics. It's been
said the "invention" of radio was the invention of Electronics. Telsa,
Hertz and several others have bios at the same web site and we're
looking for nomnations for other pioneers - especiallf later day
inventors and innovators whose discoveries are often credited in the
history books to some corporation. How about some names?

In his biography, Popov's deserved credit in creating wireless
("radio") communications has been given validation by no less a source
than the official history of Communications-Electronics in the United
States Navy (a very detailed reference on radio history), written in
1963 at the height of the Cold War - when the United States military
certainly had no reason to give undeserved credit to a Russian
scientist.

The Navy history cites information from other publications mentioning
Popov, dating back to 1927. But the US Navy also apparently relied
on"unofficial" sources for its study of Popov's wireless work, because
the Navy history includes insightful anonymous personal glimpses of
Popov's working habits and personality, insights most likely gathered
somewhere along the line as both sides of the Cold War routinely
collected personal details.

And, outside of Russia a biography and photo of Popov is rare, so
check out his story and see what you think (some of it does come from
the "official" Russian bio.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeff Pleines)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Advice/opinions on suitable scanner
Date: 1 Jul 1996 21:01:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4r9eb1$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Alisdair
 Gurney) says:
>
>I'm looking for a wide band hand held/portable scanner (to replace a
>Sony Pro80).
>
>The scanner must have the following:
>
>       SSB - with fine tuning
>       512 KHz  (for Navtex)
>       Marine Band VHF
>       utility - around 4MHZ and 8MHZ (WEFAX/RTTY etc.)
>       AM/FM Broadcast band
>
>If possible,  reasonable reception around 137.500 MHZ wide FM for WSAT
>and even 200KHZ for LW.
>
>I will be using the receiver primarily for:
>
>        decoding WEFAX and Navtex (via JVFAX and HAMCOMM on a PC + various
>                                   home brewed stuff on a BBC and Z88)
>        monitoring Marine band VHF to supplement a transceiver
>        listening to AM/FM broadcast band and shortwave.
>
>Any advice about suitable models is welcomed - thoughts so far are:
>
>   AOR AR8000
>   Yupiteru MVT7100EX or MVT7200
>
>
>
>Thanks,
>
>
>Alisdair Gurney
>
>[e-mail]
>
>


I think you're on the money with both of the scanner models listed.  I've
heard that the Yupiteru models provide better RF performance, but I have
no experience with their scanners.  I have the AOR 8K, and if properly
equipped (eg. an outdoor antenna, preamp/tuner and possibly a filter), you
should do rather well--at least I have.  With the parameters you've defined,
I think you may want to invest in a decent comm's receiver/table-top SW.
Some are small enough to be portable (Lowe HF 150), and can be upgraded to
receive the marine bands.  Check any SW/scanner catalogues you may have
around the house.  Good luck.  Later,

Jeff


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Charles P. Crawford)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: nedd info of R. I. Honduras
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 21:03:17 +0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r98q4$[e-mail]>

In article <4r98q4$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Iban Cardona
i Ceballos) wrote:

> I list a new statio in tropical band, the station is, "RADIO
INTERNATIONAL" in
> 4930.4 khz, in spanish. I nedd more info of this is station.
>
> Thank's, and godd listening.

Radio International, HRQO, Honduras

address:

Radio International
Apartado 1473
San Pedro Sula
Honduras

I got a QSL from them for a 12 February 1995 broadcast on 4930 kHz. I sent
them a Spanish language report and $1.

Charlie in western KY.

--
   "I was so much older then, I'm younger than that now."
                                          B. Dylan


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Coursey)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: bbc western n.a. broadcasts
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 21:05:46
Message-ID: <4ra773$[e-mail]>
References: <4pll9j$[e-mail]>


In article <4pll9j$[e-mail]> d.pinto wrote:
>
>After 0800 UTC, the BBC signal I know about gets very difficult to
>receive.  I am in the Los Angeles area, and do not use an external
>antenna on a Sat. 700. The freq. that I seem to be able to pick up is
>around 6700, or thereabouts. If there is a better or alternate freq.,
>please either post or email me. thanks, dp.

Here in SF BBC WS is available overnight on public FM and is also carried on
several cable systems (24h/day)....If either of these is available they would
be your best bet.

DC
David Coursey, Editor/Publisher
www.coursey.com (Soon: Free trial subscriptions)
Host: Showcase 97 -- January 19-21, Palm Springs



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:46 1996
From: "Charles P. Hobbs" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Is HF Broadcasting Dying?
Date: 1 Jul 1996 21:15:01 -0700
Message-ID: <4ra7o5$[e-mail]>
References: <4qdsau$[e-mail]> <4qn5cv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

John Figliozzi <[e-mail]> wrote:
>IMHO, Shortwave will die like AM has died since FM,

There's very few stations playing music on AM anymore--most AM
stations play spoken word programs of one sort of another

> radio since TV,

TV signaled the end of drama/variety programs on the radio, and
radio became more and more music oriented.

>broadcast TV since cable TV

The over-the-air networks are feeling the pinch, although they
also have invested in certain cable networks)

>, cable TV since satellite TV.
Especially the small, inexpensive systems such as Direct TV.

> In short,
>the advent of new technologies usually has never rendered the old
>entirely useless (with the exception, I suppose, of vinyl recordings).

Which are still favored by the high-end audiophile crowd, as I
understand. . .

>
>The usual result is a change (often quite subtle) in the use of the
>older, existing technology.  You can buy that shortwave radio and
>expect to use for many years to come...just be prepared to have to buy
>the newer technology at some point, too--if you want to have access to
>all of it!

It'll still be important for third-world places that can't really
afford satellite receivers, at least in the near future.

The big, government broadcasters (VOA, BBC, RCI, etc.) are pulling back
from world broadcasting, partly because these cutbacks don't rile the
"natives" as much as, say, a cutback in a local home service (such as
CBC or even PBS). . .

However, other entities (mostly religious and political) are taking
an expanded interest in shortwave broadcasting.






From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:46 1996
From: "Charles P. Hobbs" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: More antichrist.com info
Date: 1 Jul 1996 21:17:01 -0700
Message-ID: <4ra7rt$[e-mail]>
References: <4qmll3$[e-mail]> <Pine.SGI.3.91r.960625011301.21879A-100000@freenet>
To: [e-mail]


>I'm sorry; I know this is off-topic, but my Internet-techie knowledge is
>somewhat limited...
>
>I want to know how in the world you were able to type in a domain name
>and get all that information about who actually owns the name.  Is there
>a web page I can go to?  I would absolutely LOVE to be able to get
>information about a domain by simply typing in the name!
>
>Thanks.
>

If you have a unix shell account or the like, the command to use
is "whois domain.name"




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (JBerszoner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SW radio for beginner.
Date: 1 Jul 1996 22:50:55 -0400
Message-ID: <4ra2qf$[e-mail]>
References: <4r7n8c$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (JBerszoner)

If you really want to buy an already-assembled SW radio (I personally
think the kit idea is great), the closest SW I can find for $100.00 is a
Sangean ATS808 for $129.95 from Grove.  It's got everything a beginning
SWL'er would want. You can get in touch with Grove at 1-800 438-8155 or
[phone] or online at www. grove.net Good luck.

john


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:48 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 01 Jul 96 23:06:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: 606 memory problem
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: [e-mail] (Georgetoon)
Subject: 606 memory problem

my 606 seems to "drop" stations in its memory when the battery level
reaches 5 or lower.  Specifically on MW.  I have 700 WLKW stored in memory
2 and 770 WABC stored in momory 3.  Without any warning.  memory 2 and 3
will both have 700 WLW stored!  what is happening?  Is this
characteristic??  Low battery problem??  Anyone else experience the same
thing??

Thanks to all for your help!

Toonfully,

Mark

P.S.  Great radio!!  Love it!!


Mark Szorady (Georgetoon)

"BRICKA BRACKA!  FIRECRACKER! SISS!  BOOM!  BAH!
  BUGS BUNNY!  BUGS BUNNY!  RAH!  RAH!  RAH!"
                                                                      Bugs
Bunny
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:50 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 01 Jul 96 23:09:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SW Sloper antenna
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: SW Sloper antenna

Hello, Scott.

Re: Your question.  I have an Alpha-Delta Sloper hooked to my Lowe
HF-150.  In short, I like the antenna.  Getting it outside and away
from much of the noise generated by my suburban home helps
significantly with weaker signals.  I live near a major interstate and
the antenna does not appear to pick up any hash from passing traffic
even though it is oriented in that direction.

My antenna is erected about 23 feet off the ground on the feed end and
8 feet on the far end, oriented west to east.  My experience is that
stations to the west are somewhat attenuated, but in my case this may
be because the house with aluminum siding, etc. sits in the way.  I
switch to a north-south suspended inverted L mounted in my attic for
those signals.

Larry Magne has an excellent white paper on the subject of active and
passive antennas which could be of considerable help to you.  You can
get these through Gilfer, Grove, Universal, EEB, etc.  The A/D Sloper
runs around $80 if memory serves from the same vendors.

Hope this helps!

----------------------------------------------------------------------
Check out the
THE WORLDWIDE SHORTWAVE LISTENING GUIDE
Comprehensive listings of shortwave programs from nearly 100 stations!
112 pages/$8.99
edited by John A. Figliozzi
available from your local Radio Shack dealer
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:51 1996
From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.amateur.antenna
Subject: Re: SW Sloper antenna
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 23:09:55 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r3764$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
To: Scott Ryan <[e-mail]>

Hello, Scott.

Re: Your question.  I have an Alpha-Delta Sloper hooked to my Lowe
HF-150.  In short, I like the antenna.  Getting it outside and away
from much of the noise generated by my suburban home helps
significantly with weaker signals.  I live near a major interstate and
the antenna does not appear to pick up any hash from passing traffic
even though it is oriented in that direction.

My antenna is erected about 23 feet off the ground on the feed end and
8 feet on the far end, oriented west to east.  My experience is that
stations to the west are somewhat attenuated, but in my case this may
be because the house with aluminum siding, etc. sits in the way.  I
switch to a north-south suspended inverted L mounted in my attic for
those signals.

Larry Magne has an excellent white paper on the subject of active and
passive antennas which could be of considerable help to you.  You can
get these through Gilfer, Grove, Universal, EEB, etc.  The A/D Sloper
runs around $80 if memory serves from the same vendors.

Hope this helps!

----------------------------------------------------------------------
Check out the
THE WORLDWIDE SHORTWAVE LISTENING GUIDE
Comprehensive listings of shortwave programs from nearly 100 stations!
112 pages/$8.99
edited by John A. Figliozzi
available from your local Radio Shack dealer
----------------------------------------------------------------------




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:52 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 01 Jul 96 23:16:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: CFL on Radio?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: CFL on Radio?

Although it's not radio, I just read that ESPN has signed to carry CFL
games this year on ESPN and ESPN2 even though there are no American
based teams this year.

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:53 1996
From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: CFL on Radio?
Date: Mon, 01 Jul 1996 23:16:51 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r4gli$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4r7vuj$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Although it's not radio, I just read that ESPN has signed to carry CFL
games this year on ESPN and ESPN2 even though there are no American
based teams this year.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:54 1996
From: "Ed Ellers" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Test tones on 1580kHz?
Date: Mon, 1 Jul 1996 23:21:19 -0400
Message-ID: <01bb67c6.075ad740$d92d1cce@edellers>
References: <[e-mail]>



> Chris Mackerell <[e-mail]> wrote in article
<[e-mail]>...
> On June 23 I was listening on 1580 kHz for a while around 04:45 UTC.
>
> Most of the time the channel was dominated by KTWW, but I also
> noticed that from 04:45 till past 05:00 I could here test tones
> consisting of 10 seconds of 1 kHz tone, followed by 5 seconds
> of silence.
>
> Does anyone have any idea who that would have been?

I've heard reports that WQEW (formerly WQXR) in New York City has
upgraded to stereo recently, which would have required some tests to
make sure the new exciter was working right.  0445 UTC (12:45 am
local) seems a bit early for test transmissions, though it's possible.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (Veronica Castro)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: phone pick up
Date: 2 Jul 1996 00:06:43 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4r9p6j$[e-mail]>

Hello,

Does anyone know if a shortwave radio can pick up conversations from a
telephone??  I know of someone who has one, and also a sneaking suspicion.


Any info would be appreciated!!

VC



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:55 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 02 Jul 96 00:15:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Is HF Broadcasting Dy
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: "Charles P. Hobbs" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Is HF Broadcasting Dying?

John Figliozzi <[e-mail]> wrote:
>IMHO, Shortwave will die like AM has died since FM,

There's very few stations playing music on AM anymore--most AM
stations play spoken word programs of one sort of another

> radio since TV,

TV signaled the end of drama/variety programs on the radio, and
radio became more and more music oriented.

>broadcast TV since cable TV

The over-the-air networks are feeling the pinch, although they
also have invested in certain cable networks)

>, cable TV since satellite TV.
Especially the small, inexpensive systems such as Direct TV.

> In short,
>the advent of new technologies usually has never rendered the old
>entirely useless (with the exception, I suppose, of vinyl recordings).

Which are still favored by the high-end audiophile crowd, as I
understand. . .

>
>The usual result is a change (often quite subtle) in the use of the
>older, existing technology.  You can buy that shortwave radio and
>expect to use for many years to come...just be prepared to have to buy
>the newer technology at some point, too--if you want to have access to
>all of it!

It'll still be important for third-world places that can't really
afford satellite receivers, at least in the near future.

The big, government broadcasters (VOA, BBC, RCI, etc.) are pulling back
from world broadcasting, partly because these cutbacks don't rile the
"natives" as much as, say, a cutback in a local home service (such as
CBC or even PBS). . .

However, other entities (mostly religious and political) are taking
an expanded interest in shortwave broadcasting.




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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:56 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 02 Jul 96 00:17:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: More antichrist.com i
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: "Charles P. Hobbs" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: More antichrist.com info


>I'm sorry; I know this is off-topic, but my Internet-techie knowledge is
>somewhat limited...
>
>I want to know how in the world you were able to type in a domain name
>and get all that information about who actually owns the name.  Is there
>a web page I can go to?  I would absolutely LOVE to be able to get
>information about a domain by simply typing in the name!
>
>Thanks.
>

If you have a unix shell account or the like, the command to use
is "whois domain.name"


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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:57 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 02 Jul 96 00:27:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Latest Qsl Info Files Available for You. July 96 Version rea
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: [e-mail] (r)
Subject: Latest Qsl Info Files Available for You. July 96 Version ready for
you. Swl or Ham dxers.


July 96 Versions of Qsl Info Files now available for totalham or Vplus
softeare. Visit our new site at www.coredcs.com/~mtw for your free
copies.

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:58 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 02 Jul 96 00:43:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: The Russian who "invented" radio - the Sequel
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: Bob Hudson <[e-mail]>
Subject: The Russian who "invented" radio - the Sequel

WHO INVENTED RADIO? CERTAINLY NOT MARCONI.

No one invented two-way wireless electronic communications, but the
Russians are right - one of their own did beat Marconi to the punch,
but as I like say, Popov "invented" radio but didn't think it was
important enough to mention to anyone. Popov and Marconi brought
together the research of others into a practical application -
electronically sending and receiving signals through the air.

There is a new web page - http://fecha.org/saints/html - honoring
Russian scientist Alexander Stepanovitch Popov and his contributions
to the creation of the world's first working radio communications
systems and his role as one of the pioneers of Electronics. It's been
said the "invention" of radio was the invention of Electronics. Telsa,
Hertz and several others have bios at the same web site and we're
looking for nomnations for other pioneers - especiallf later day
inventors and innovators whose discoveries are often credited in the
history books to some corporation. How about some names?

In his biography, Popov's deserved credit in creating wireless
("radio") communications has been given validation by no less a source
than the official history of Communications-Electronics in the United
States Navy (a very detailed reference on radio history), written in
1963 at the height of the Cold War - when the United States military
certainly had no reason to give undeserved credit to a Russian
scientist.

The Navy history cites information from other publications mentioning
Popov, dating back to 1927. But the US Navy also apparently relied
on"unofficial" sources for its study of Popov's wireless work, because
the Navy history includes insightful anonymous personal glimpses of
Popov's working habits and personality, insights most likely gathered
somewhere along the line as both sides of the Cold War routinely
collected personal details.

And, outside of Russia a biography and photo of Popov is rare, so
check out his story and see what you think (some of it does come from
the "official" Russian bio.
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 13:59:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (ArtEpstein)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Tour de France Coverage on SW
Date: 2 Jul 1996 01:04:57 -0400
Message-ID: <4raalp$[e-mail]>

Any info on TdF shortwave coverage (in english) would be much appreciated.
 Thanks...  Art WB2WMJ

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (JBerszoner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: phone pick up
Date: 2 Jul 1996 01:16:40 -0400
Message-ID: <4rabbo$[e-mail]>
References: <4r9p6j$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (JBerszoner)

Shortwave? Other than ship-to-shore, nope. Scanner? Definitely. Either
cordless phones (46mhz/49mhz;, 900mhz), cell phones (864-890 (?) and
illegal to ,intercept), baby monitors (46/49mhz)....all can be routinely
intercepted. Contrary to popular belief, thjere is no privacy when the
transmission is sent via radio-wave (well, ok in 99% of the cases).

Never, ever, use cordless phones or cell phones for conversations of a
highly personal nature. They can be and are intercepted. The hard part is
how to determine how did what to who.

Good luck in figuring that one out!!!

Hoped it helped

john


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:01 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave
From: [e-mail] (Dave Roy)
Subject: Re: FS: Icom ICR70
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 2 Jul 1996 03:22:12 GMT

Dave Roy ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Andy (N6NYA) has a Icom ICR70 yhat includes:
: FM board
: CW wide/narrow filter
: Newly Alingned ($109.00)
: Box
: Manual
: Clean AS New.
: Andy has no e-mail so call him or e-mail me...
: Andy's phone [phone]
: tnx dave
:
sorry, price is $350.00
dave
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                            Dave Roy (1947-    )



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (r)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Latest Qsl Info Files Available for You. July 96 Version ready for you. Swl or Ham dxers.
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 1996 04:27:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4ra8kc$[e-mail]>


July 96 Versions of Qsl Info Files now available for totalham or Vplus
softeare. Visit our new site at www.coredcs.com/~mtw for your free
copies.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Questions for an article I'm writing.
Date: 2 Jul 1996 05:25:49 GMT
Message-ID: <4rabst$[e-mail]>
References: <4r8t59$[e-mail]>

Everyknee ([e-mail]) wrote:
: For a newsletter I edit, I'm writing a short article for non-SWLs who may
: be interested in the hobby.

: I'm planning on saying that $200 is the "sweet spot" for shortwave radios
: -- i.e. anything less will probably be disappointing.  For that amount
: they could buy a Grundig 400 or the Sony 7600, right?

: I also plan on saying that the "Passport" book is a must.  Do you agree?

: If a beginner were to by ONE magazine subscription about SWL, which one
: would you recommend?

: Anything else you would say?

: Craig in Fresno
I'd agree with you about the price thing in U.S. dollars, especially
since most beginners are likely to buy a radio from Radio Shack or a
similar dealer (do they have Sony stores stateside?), not specialist
firms like Universal.  "Passport" is probably the best choice for a new
SWL, while more experienced listeners might prefer the WRTH.  As far as
magazines go I'd say Monitoring Times, but you could just as easily
recommend they join a club like NASWA for the same price.

tim gueguen [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (MARTIN BARRY)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MH
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 96 06:43:00 -0500
Distribution: world
Reply-To: [e-mail] (MARTIN BARRY)
References: <4r8eb5$[e-mail]>

 -=> Quoting Pierre Thomson to All <=-

 > I use a Realistic DX-392 (Radio Shack's take on the Sangean ATS-818CS)
 > and whenever I tune to 10 MHz in the 0000-0500 UTC time frame to get the
 > solar/terrestrial indices from WWV, I hear a lot of ham chatter in the
 > background.

 PT> There are all kinds of possible explanations for your QRM; sometimes
 PT> a local steady carrier (could be generated by a computer, receiver
 PT> or almost any electronic device, or a local broadcast station har-
 PT> monic) will mix with legal ham signals to produce a resultant on a

        It's also been reported that some QRM there may be from illegal
        users transmitting under the cover of WWV's signal.

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:05 1996
From: Jack Connell <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Radio interference from computer
Date: 2 Jul 1996 07:10:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4rai0p$[e-mail]>
References: <4pq1kk$[e-mail]> <4r077g$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

dianne,

the answer to your problems may be answered at

http://www2.kiss.com.au/winradio


cheers,
       Jack



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (Charles Mikelson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: I want to find a Shortwave Dealer in Winnipeg,Manitoba
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 1996 08:22:31 GMT
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Charles Mikelson)

Hello everyone:
               I have lived in Winnipeg for about 15 years and have
yet to find a quality dealer for SW radios.  If anyone out there
knows of a store in Winnipeg that sells

-Kenwood
-Drake
-Grundig
-Sangean

I would be most grateful if you would e-mail me and let me know.

The reason I ask is the Sangean 803 I have is about to go to radio
heaven, and I am looking for a replacement (locally).

Charles



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:06 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Date: 02 Jul 96 09:33:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SW radio for beginner
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


From: [e-mail] (George Snyder)
Subject: Re: SW radio for beginner.

> I have two nephews who are interested in SW radio...ages 12 and 9.
> They have birthdays coming up and want to get them each a SW radio.
> Can anyone recommend a good digital Radio for under $100.00 to get them
> started??

The Radio Shack DX-375 has received many favorable reviews as an
inexpensive digital SW receiver for beginners.  Its catalog price is
$99.99.  Also see the review in the 1996 "Passport to World Band Radio"
(pp. 97-98).

Hope this helps.

--  George Snyder       Intermetrics, Inc.     Internet:  [e-mail]
--                      733 Concord Avenue        Voice:  [phone]
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:07 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
From: [e-mail] (George Snyder)
Subject: Re: SW radio for beginner.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4qkub9$[e-mail]> <4r7n8c$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 2 Jul 1996 13:33:18 GMT

> I have two nephews who are interested in SW radio...ages 12 and 9.
> They have birthdays coming up and want to get them each a SW radio.
> Can anyone recommend a good digital Radio for under $100.00 to get them
> started??

The Radio Shack DX-375 has received many favorable reviews as an
inexpensive digital SW receiver for beginners.  Its catalog price is
$99.99.  Also see the review in the 1996 "Passport to World Band Radio"
(pp. 97-98).

Hope this helps.

--  George Snyder       Intermetrics, Inc.     Internet:  [e-mail]
--                      733 Concord Avenue        Voice:  [phone]
--                      Cambridge, MA 02138 USA


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (R C NEWELL)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: UFO Over America July 2 causes Massive Power Outage--SWL's tune in..
Date: 2 Jul 1996 15:15:10 -0700
Message-ID: <4rc71e$[e-mail]>


Most HF listeners who were tuning in the HF AERO Bands

heard the interesting traffic between air and ground

as the power started to fail across America.

Did you ?


http://www.octonet.com/~coffee/


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:09 1996
From: T E I X E I R A <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Fences and gutters as antennas?
Date: 2 Jul 1996 15:40:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4rbfsi$[e-mail]>
References: <4r7099$[e-mail]>

I suspect the loading up of bed springs is an "Urban Legand".  It is
quite possible to do...........




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ashwin Rao)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Radio Shack antenna -- any good?
Date: 2 Jul 1996 15:59:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4rbh1t$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Radio Shack also sells a booster antenna . I was wondering how good
that one is?
This antenna looks like a small radio with 2 knobs. One for Gain
control and the other for (fine)tuning.

Thanks!

Ashwin
In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (kEN Colburn) w
rites:

> Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
> From: [e-mail] (kEN Colburn)
> Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest)
> Date: Mon, 1 Jul 1996 19:47:34 GMT
>
> Someone here said 'the longer the better' . i thought the antenna had to
> be a certain length for SWL. My goes from 200 KC to 30 Mc. What lenght
> should i use? tia
>
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> Gimme a bike, a laptop, a gun and a Leatherman's tool and i can
> go anywhere and do anything.                [e-mail]
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>
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Emerson Schwartzkopf)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Voice of Russia weird interference
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 1996 16:51:50 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Did anyone notice a strange Voice of Russia interruption at 0435 UTC on
Monday (Sunday night stateside). The weekly preview program went into a
bit about what Joe would answer on Moscow Mailbag, and as soon as he said
something about "Yeltsin"  some incredible interference suddenly came on,
and stayed for about a minute and a half. The odd thing was that it came
on several different frequencies, and didn't sound like a dropped carrier.

And, just for the record, I was listening to find out when VOR broadcasts
Moscow Mailbag. Can anyone give me the answer on this?

--
Emerson Schwartzkopf  rmii.com
Gunnison, Colorado    A warm spot in a cool place


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Schuster)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: AOR comments and observations
Date: 2 Jul 1996 18:25:41 -0400
Message-ID: <4rc7l5$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
SCOTT JERRIS <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I purchased my AR7030 last week and am quite pleased with it.
>Both sensitivity and selectivity are excellent, and the sound is
>fanatastic (have not hooked up an external speaker yet!).  Prior,
>my radio was a SONY-77 and this is a "leap up"
>
>There are 2 "strange" things on my set and would like feedback if
>it is specific to my radio or others have discerned this.
>
>1.  After the switch to synch-AM and the loud slick, there are
>repetitive very soft "clicks" approx. every 1 -1.5 seconds.
>Further, if you place the earphones in the front slot, the
>"clicks" terminate.

Can't say I've ever heard that ... might this be the gain control
switching gears on a strong signal?


>2.  Continuous pressing of the + and - keys on the remote
>gradually has the frequency readout off by 0.01khz.  No big deal,
>but I find it very odd.

This is in the manual; it's an artifact of roundoff error in
binary-to-decimal conversion.

--
Mike Schuster       |        [e-mail] | [e-mail]
------------------- | [e-mail] | [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kendel McCarley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Old Utility Software Needed
Date: 2 Jul 1996 19:36:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4rbtnh$[e-mail]>

I would like to get into utility monitoring (rtty, fax, etc.), but
I want to use a palmtop.  The software I've looked at (jvfax, etc.)
require VGA and lots of storage in their current versions.

Does anybody have old software that will run with a CGA screen and
not much storage space (around 100k at most)?  It doesn't necessarily
need to support all modes the newer versions do.

Thanks,


--
Kendel McCarley                                   [e-mail]
KC7FRS                            http://www.nursing.arizona.edu/~kendelm


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Robert LaFore)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Can I post to this newsgroup via E-Mail??? - email.txt (1/1)
Date: 2 Jul 1996 20:02:13 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4rbv85$[e-mail]>
References: <4rbt0k$[e-mail]>

In article <4rbt0k$[e-mail]>
[e-mail] (dboucher) wrote:

> begin 644 email.txt
> M27,@:70@<&]S<VEB;&4@=&\@<&]S="!T;R!T:&ES(&YE=W-G<F]U<"!V:6$@
> M92UM86EL/PT*#0I)<R!T:&5R92!A;B!A9&1R97-S('1H870@22!C86X@<W5B
> M;6ET(&$@;F]T92!T;R!T;R!G970@<&]S=&5D/R`-"@T*06YY(&AE;'`@=V]U
> C;&0@8F4@87!P<F5C:6%T960N+BX-"@T*5&AA;FMS(0T*#0I0
> `
> end

Saywhat....? Um...no





From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:14 1996
Distribution: world
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: REGENCY HX1000 help!
From: [e-mail] (Dick Ecker)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 1996 23:12:00 -0640

Hey friends, Yes... this might not be the proper conference, but, I have
to try!....
   I inhereted a REGENCY scanner (hand help) 3 band police scanner. I
   need some owner information/instructions on how to program it and so
   forth.
If anyone can supply a Xeroxed copy of the booklet, I'd gladly pay a few
bucks.
Catch me at [e-mail]. Thanks!

---
 ■ OLX 2.1 TD ■ Being poor sucks!



 ---
 * travel.com <sm> / TRAVEL ONLINE <sm> / ST. LOUIS ONLINE <sm>


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:15 1996
From: [e-mail](Bradley Jay Hernlem Ph.D.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: 15385 kHz around 2200-2300 UTC
Date: 2 Jul 1996 23:44:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4rcc9m$[e-mail]>

On this frequency and time there is a station broadcasting nice music. Does
anyone know its identity? The language and music sounds perhaps Turkish but
they are broadcasting on 9445 and 9460 kHz, if I am not mistaken.

Brad


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:16 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner
From: Rich Maggio <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: IRC Channel for VHF/UHF/HF Monitoring
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r4ikd$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 3 Jul 1996 00:01:30 GMT

Jeff,

I have the same question and am in the same situation as Ken.  I am also
using Nescape chat and I am wondering what IRC server these rooms are
accessible from.

I would think that others in this news group would be interested in the
information also.

Rich Maggio
+++++++++++
Ken wrote:
>
> Jeff Chambers wrote:
> >
> > Hello Shortwave and Scanning Enthusiasts,
> >
> > The IRC (EF-net) is a great place to trade frequencies, equipment
> > advise, and just plain knowledge.  For Shortwave DX and utility
> > monitoring, it's great...people all over the world can monitor at the
> > same time and report conditions and active frequencies.
> >
> > I would like to start a new channel in addition to a few existing
> > ones.
> > The new channel is called:  #Monitor
> >
> > Some existing channels for shortwave and scanning are:
> > #wun     Utility HF
> > #ukscanner    Scanning VHF/UHF in the UK
> > #shortwave    inactive channel for broad shortwave interests
> >
> > So.... Visit IRC channel #Monitor
> > 73's
> > Jeff
> > IRC nick---->>>  jkcOne, Drake
>
> Jeff-
>
> I am really interested in connecting to these groups but so far have not bee
n able to locate them. I'm using
> Netscape Chat, and it requires a SERVER NAME and a PORT NUMBER. Would you ha
ppen to know how to access the
> rooms you're discussing?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Ken


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:17 1996
From: "Thomas J. Penton" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Is WRNO Worldwide still in existance?
Date: Wed, 3 Jul 1996 08:02:16 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4rc73c$[e-mail]> <4rd1kk$[e-mail]>

On 3 Jul 1996, AutherDent wrote:

> Sure.
>
> Try 15420 mid-day U.S. time to hear Rush Limbaugh.
>
> ****************************
> ***** Dole / Rush 96 ****
> ****************************
But the signal sucks down here just like fatboy, and half the time all i get
is a lot of noise.
>















Thomas J. Penton
[e-mail]
I am a stranger in a
even stranger land



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:18 1996
From: Larry Davis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: DXing UHF
Date: Wed, 03 Jul 1996 08:06:08 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4rbqkj$[e-mail]>
To: James Chapman <[e-mail]>

James Chapman wrote:
>
> I need to pull in a UHF television signal that looks almost hopeless
> right now--and I'm wondering what I should do, beyond my plan to go
>       You don't say how hopeless, but I assume you are at least seeing
something.  My main suggestion is to get as much height on your antenna.
Going up another ten or twenty feet can give an amazing difference at
UHF. I would be careful using amplifiers, many have higher noise figures
than most modern TV sets and will thus degrade quality.  Use a good grade
of RG6 75 ohm coax for downlead, keep it as short as possible and run
direct to TV -no splitters (foil, not braided shield). Also, I assume
 you are using a late model TV- the sensitivity of UHF tuners has improved
a lot in recent years. Zenith and Sony have very good sens.
        Good luck!


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:19 1996
From: Larry Davis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Voice of Russia weird interference
Date: Wed, 03 Jul 1996 08:59:31 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: Emerson Schwartzkopf <[e-mail]>

Emerson Schwartzkopf wrote:
> .
>
> And, just for the record, I was listening to find out when VOR broadcasts
> Moscow Mailbag. Can anyone give me the answer on this?
>
> --The latest Mailbag is heard at 0000 UTC Sunday , best on 7125Khz. (Local
time Sunday 7PM, Central time.) There are also several repeats during
the week.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Loudin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: FM on Superradio III
Date: Wed, 03 Jul 1996 09:18:33 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r58vv$[e-mail]> <4r7373$[e-mail]>

In article <4r7373$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (N1DDZ
RJC) wrote:

> Very poor dial calibration that is difficult to readjust, too much dial
> backlash (I think you called it "fiddly") truly terrible front end on FM
> which can't reject many a moderately strong local station, nor can it pick
> up that same stations without distortion, poor tone control range and
> little bass for s speaker of its size.  Won't drive normal (walkman style)
> headphones without quite a bit of distortion, particularly on FM.  Won't
> drive an external 8 Ohm speaker at all.

Here in northern Virginia there are lots of oppportunities to test FM
reception quality with the overlap of DC and Baltimore metro markets plus
scads of "little guys" 80 to 100 miles away.

I wasn't expecting much from the Superadio's FM tuner based on the traffic
here, so I was pleasantly surprised with what I got.  This radio has the
best performance in digging out weak adjacent channels as rigs costing 10
times as much.  For example, I live about 3 miles from the antenna for
WJFK 106.5.  I have no trouble digging out 106.7 WARX Hagerstown, MD and
106.5 WWMX Baltimore, MD.  There's also the "XTRA 104" twins - WXTR 104.1
La Plata, MD and WXVR 103.9 Braddock Heights [Frederick], MD - no problem!

So, I'm a happy camper on both bands!

I don't understand the fidelity comments.  The speaker has got plenty of
bass - you just have to put it in the right place in the room!
Furthermore, I've used several sets of "ear bud" style headphones with the
Superadio with no distortion.

The dial calibration is well known to be horrible.   Overcoming it is
pretty straightforward - tape a piece of paper to the dial and supply your
own markings!

> You get what you pay for.  The AM performance is as good as any 5 tube
> superhet of the 50's vintage - perhaps a but better but not much.

Considering the sorry state of most AM protables and the AM sections of
pricey receivers, that's a pretty good endorsement.  However, the
Superadio includes the AMAX deemphasis/bandwidth standards that make
stations broadcasting to AMAX specs sound *terrific* [as long as adjacents
are not a problem ;-).  For the Washington, DC area, WTOP 1500 and WINX
1600 are two stations to try.

> >From: Mike Beacom <mbeacom @ npr.org>
>
>
> >Hi=
> >Just bought a Superradio III this afternoon. So far, so good, but the
> >tuning knob seems a little fiddly.
> >Judging by the messages from the group, it's THE radio AM DXing.
> >What is the reputation of the FM side of the radio?
>
> >Thanks- Beaker


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:21 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 3 Jul 1996 10:33:44 -0700
Reply-To: [e-mail]
From: [e-mail]
Subject: List Owner

could I please be furnished with the private e-mail address for the SWL-L list
.
I have an fairly urgent matter to discuss with him.

Any help will be appreciated.

Dave Squire


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (lness)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Is WRNO Worldwide still in existance?
Date: 3 Jul 1996 12:06:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4rdnoh$[e-mail]>
References: <4rc73c$[e-mail]>

        Try 7355 most evenings.  Bro. Stair comes on at 8 pm, eastern time.

Leste rNess     [e-mail]

The Sysop's Corner ([e-mail]) wrote:
> Does WRNO Worldwide - the shortware station from New Orleans, LA still
> in existance?

> If so, what are the frequencies and times of their broadcasts?

> Thanks!

> P.S. Please send it to me in e-mail:  [e-mail]


> ------------------
> Dave Perrussel
> Sysop - Diamond Mine BBS
> Webmaster - The Sysop's Corner
> http://www.vni.net/thedirectory  (follow the links)


> Check out  "thedirectory"
> Over 47,000 BBS and ISP listings  - Worldwide!

> also at:  http://www.vni.net/thedirectory


--
Lester Ness     [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Fadi Shalabi)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: BBC World Service in Halifax, NS, Canada
Date: 3 Jul 1996 13:06:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4rdr7t$[e-mail]>

Hello,

I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. I cannot seem to get the BBC World
Service on my short wave radio! Can anyone give me the frequencies most likely

to work here?

Thanks.
Regards,
Fadi



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Radio Shack antenna -- any good?
Date: 3 Jul 1996 13:46:06 GMT
Message-ID: <4rdtiu$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4rbh1t$[e-mail]> <727cc$15191b.1d6@NEWS>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)


Jonathan Helis ([e-mail]) writes:
> [e-mail] (Ashwin Rao) wrote:
>
>>Radio Shack also sells a booster antenna . I was wondering how good
>>that one is?
>>This antenna looks like a small radio with 2 knobs. One for Gain
>>control and the other for (fine)tuning.
>


>
> I have a friend who has one of those antennas, and she says it isn't
> worth it.  She says it sometimes doesn't work unless she's touching
> it, or the other way around. In other words, it's very quirky to use.

I agree, up to this point.


> I'd suggest a low cost antenna tuner to help with your reception.
>

I strongly disagree.  An antenna tuner will help to reduce or eliminate
off-frequency signals, but it will NOT increase the signal to noise ratio
on the frequency to which it is tuned.  Therefore, unless, for example,
you're having trouble with interference from MW stations screwing-up your
reception on 6 MHz, an antenna tuner wont help.

I'd try the following steps to try to improve reception.  First try grounding
your receiver.  Next try an indoor length of wire (no more than 20-feet or
so).  Lastly try an outdoor antenna (taking good precautions against
ligtning and other atmopspheric static discharges).

--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Niel J. Wolfish)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: CFL on Radio?
Date: 3 Jul 1996 14:54:12 -0400
Message-ID: <4refkk$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] <[e-mail]> wrote:
>From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
>In years past, the Montreal Alouettes' games could be heard on CFCX on
>6005 kHz.; the Toronto Argonauts on CFRX on 6070 kHz.  (Sorry you lost
>your team to Montreal, BTW.)
>
>There is a 50kW AM station in Toronto on 1430 kHz. which used to be
>all-sports...may still be.  Try them as an alternative.  CFRX's Am
>transmitter is CFRB and they're on 1010 kHz. if the SW signal isn't
>propagating.  Montreal has a 50kW English language station--800 kHz.
>CJAD, which is a talk station.  If CFRX isn't carrying the team,
>perhaps CJAD will.

I'm not sure who (if anybody) carries the "new" Montreal Alouettes (the former

Baltimore CFLers/Colts/etc), but there are 3 other definite CFL possibilities
in the eastern half of North America, none of which are on shortwave.
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are on 900 CHML, which I think gets out fairly well
at night to the north and east of Hamilton.  I believe that the Ottawa
'Riders are on 580-CFRA (which is fairly congested frequency).  And the Toront
o
Argonauts are on 640-CHOG (which obviously won't be audible if you live too
close to places like Akron, Fayetteville, Havana, Los Angeles, or Atlanta).

As for the 50 kW AM "all-sports" station in Toronto on 1430 kHz, they have
moved down to 590.  CJCL carries Toronto Blue Jays and a lot of talk (as
they no longer have the rights to carry NHL Toronto Maple Leafs).  As for
CFRX (6070)/CFRB (1010 AM), they lost the rights to CFL Argonauts, but they
do have the Toronto Raptors.  So... I suppose there is now an outlet to hear
NBA basketball on shortwave (in the winter).

Hope this is useful!
--
Niel Wolfish
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Niel J. Wolfish)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sporatic-E on FM 90.1
Date: 3 Jul 1996 14:58:22 -0400
Message-ID: <4refse$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
Charles Mikelson <[e-mail]> wrote:
>A couple of weeks ago I heard an Canadian FM Station on 90.1 Mhz
>with call letters that sounded CF.I, or  C.FI, I received several
>responses telling me that it was likely CFAI in NB. But since the
>language was english and some of the responders said this was a
>french speaking area and I heard an english speaking voice, I tried
>again and finnally heard what I think is the same station
>
>CHFI 90.1 FM
>
>I am certain of the call letters (not so certain of the Freq. as
>it tended to drift a bit from 89.8 - 90.5Mhz)
>
>If anyone has the address of this station please post it or e-mail
>it to me.
>
There is a CHFI on 98.1 FM in Toronto, Ontario and it is definitely an
English station.  Their format is soft adult contemporary.
I'm not sure why you would be hearing it down around 90.1 however.

For what it's worth, the address is:

36 Victoria Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5C 1H3
--
Niel Wolfish
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Donald R. Putnick)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: UFO Over America July 2 causes Massive Power Outage--SWL's tune in..
Date: 3 Jul 1996 15:16:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4re2ta$[e-mail]>
References: <4rc71e$[e-mail]>

In article <4rc71e$[e-mail]>,
R C NEWELL <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Most HF listeners who were tuning in the HF AERO Bands
>heard the interesting traffic between air and ground
>as the power started to fail across America.
>Did you ?
>
>http://www.octonet.com/~coffee/

Never underestimate the power of Hollywood.  I'll bet the whole thing
was a media stunt for the release of "Independence Day."

--
Don Putnick
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:28 1996
From: [e-mail](d7dot .)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: IRC Channel #shortwave Help bring it back to life..
Date: 3 Jul 1996 21:20:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4reo61$[e-mail]>
References: <4rek13$[e-mail]>

On Jul 03, 1996 13:09:07 in article <IRC Channel #shortwave Help bring it
back to life..>, '[e-mail] (R C NEWELL)' wrote:


>
>us.undernet.org PORT 6667
>ca.undernet.org PORT 6667
>
>check it out.


Thanks RC, Will do.


Regards, Brad  d7dot

Home Page URL  http://pwp.usa.pipeline.com/~d7dot/

Be careful what you wish for, you might get it!






From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Hugh Macaulay)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: BBC World Service in Halifax, NS, Canada
Date: 3 Jul 1996 21:26:16 GMT
Message-ID: <4reoho$[e-mail]>
References: <4rdr7t$[e-mail]> <4re870$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Hugh Macaulay)


john maxwell ([e-mail]) writes:
> [e-mail] (Fadi Shalabi) wrote:
>>Hello,
>>
>>I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. I cannot seem to get the BBC World
>>Service on my short wave radio! Can anyone give me the frequencies most like
ly
>>to work here?
>>
>>
>   You should have no problem receiving the BBCWS at your location, as it is
relayed from Sackvill, New Brunswick, less than 200 mile=
> s from Halifax. Try 9515 KHz from about 9:00 A.M. to noon, 6175 KHz in the e
venings until midnight.
>                          JM
>
Also, 12095 and 15070 come in very nicely during the day (local time),
although the latter has been strangely silent of late.



--

                             ********
Hugh Macaulay
Ottawa, Canada


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeff Chambers)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: IRC Channel #shortwave Help bring it back to life..
Date: Thu, 04 Jul 1996 01:12:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4rf5p7$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4rek13$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (R C NEWELL) wrote:


>us.undernet.org PORT 6667
>ca.undernet.org PORT 6667

>check it out.


Well...ok, but the channels #monitor and #wun that I wrote about
originally are not on the undernet...they are on the main net called
EF net...to get more info, run a search of the web for IRC Chat...
Jeff.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joel Rubin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Wanted Geoclock BBS Phone Number
Date: 4 Jul 1996 11:38:28 GMT
Message-ID: <4rgafk$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Wanted BBS phone number or ftp/www address for Geoclock
>software.

Try (per C/Net's www.shareware.com):

1) ftp://ftp.simtel.net/pub/simtelnet/graphics/geoclk70.zip

and mirros. (Actually, ftp.simtel.net switches between various mirrors)

2) ftp://ftp.coast.net/Coast/graphics/geoclk70.zip

and mirrors

3) ftp://garbo.uwasa.fi/pc/ham/geoclk70.zip

and mirrors

Garbo also has 2 older versions in /pc/goldies

--
 Just as the strength of the Internet is chaos, so the strength of our liberty

depends upon the chaos and cacophony of the unfettered speech the First
Amendment protects."
        -- JUDGE STEWART DALZELL



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:32 1996
From: Tom Sundstrom <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Lowe HF-150 Accessories
Date: Thu, 04 Jul 96 12:01:36 EDT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>


In Article<[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]>
writes:
> I was browsing through EEB summer catalog and notice that they sell an
> RS-235 interface as an accessory to the HF 150. Can someone tell me
> exactly what this is? Is the 150 capable of computer control.

Yes, the HF-150 is capable of computer control. It shares the same connector
as the external keypad, but there is a low-cost solution to that with a
connector from Radio Shack. Check out our Web site's "News You Can Use" page
for the details.

We also have two software packages that work with the Lowe HF-150. Our
English Language SCHEDULES program pops frequencies into the VFO or memories.
Our "memory management" program handles multiple lists of frequencies that
you make up, and stuffs the selected list's frequencies into memories.

The software is available, exclusively, through Gilfer Shortwave.

Hope that helps.

 Thomas R. Sundstrom             [e-mail] * [e-mail]
 TRS Consultants                 Pics OnLine BBS  609-753-2540
 ----------------------------------------------------------------------
 English Language SCHEDULES * Rx Control (JRC NRD-535/525, Lowe HF-150,
 Kenwood R-5000, Watkins-Johnson HF-1000) * UTC Clock for Windows(tm)
 ----------------------------------------------------------------------
 Catalog requests, orders to GILFER     %   For an on-line catalog from
 SHORTWAVE, 52 Park Ave, Park Ridge,    %   Pics OnLine BBS type SWL at
 NJ 07656, 201-391-7887, fax [phone]   %   main menu prompt or go to
 or http://www.gilfer.com               %   http://www.trsc.com
 ----------------------------------------------------------------------






From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Shaffer, Jr.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WWV [was: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MHz]
Date: Thu, 4 Jul 96 12:23:22
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r77j5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>


In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Bryan Cowa
n) writes:
> That's weird-I've noticed that I've been unable to hear WWV on 10-for some
> reason, the area seems dead. Try the American time stations on 5-that's
> where I've had to go. I guess because of solar conditions the station on
> 10 isn't as dependable as it used to be. I remember when I started DXing
> 10 years ago that you could always count on the station on 10 to be there.
> Now I have to listen to 5, and I think that they have a station on 15 too.

They're also on 2.5 and 20.  I've heard each of these only once in three years
of listening, though I haven't put a lot of effort into finding them.

--
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 Jim Shaffer, Jr.     | IRC: JustnCase             //  | a good universe
 37 Brook Street      | "Real AM radios go        //   | next door; let's go"
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Aaron)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: IRC Channel for VHF/UHF/HF Monitoring
Date: 4 Jul 1996 13:34:27 GMT
Message-ID: <4rgh94$[e-mail]>
References: <4r4ikd$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]><4r4ikd$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In message <[e-mail]> - Rich Maggio <[e-mail]>Wed,
3 Jul 1996 00:01:30 GMT writes:
:>
:>Jeff,
:>
:>I have the same question and am in the same situation as Ken.  I am also
:>using Nescape chat and I am wondering what IRC server these rooms are
:>accessible from.
:>
:>I would think that others in this news group would be interested in the
:>information also.


Dudes, not to be rude or anything but DUHHHH!!!  These rooms don't have bots
in them yet.  If you had read the whole message, he said he wants to get them
going.   As of right now you just type /join #monitor and you'll be in the
#monitor channel.  Sit there and wait for someone else to join.

You can do this on Efnet or Undernet.

:> The new channel is called:  #Monitor
:>> >
:>> > Some existing channels for shortwave and scanning are:
:>> > #wun     Utility HF
:>> > #ukscanner    Scanning VHF/UHF in the UK
:>> > #shortwave    inactive channel for broad shortwave interests




-------------------------



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:35 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Subject: Re: IRC Channels SWL etc...
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
References: <4r4ikd$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4rbpf7$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 4 Jul 1996 13:45:42 GMT


We use IRC channel #netradio during the Net Connection Radio
Show, Sunday's 2pm/eastern on WWCR: 9,475 khz


[e-mail] (R C NEWELL) wrote:

>In <[e-mail]> Ken <[e-mail]> writes:

>>Jeff Chambers wrote:
>>>
>>> Hello Shortwave and Scanning Enthusiasts,
>>> The new channel is called:  #Monitor
>>> #wun     Utility HF
>>> #ukscanner    Scanning VHF/UHF in the UK
>>> #shortwave    inactive channel for broad shortwave interests

>I am willing to kick up some dust on the #shortwave channel
>from time to time...

>Great place to meet..

>See you there today!

>#shortwave

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:36 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: sci.space.policy,sci.astro.amateur,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.aviation.military,alt.politics.org.cia
Subject: Re: K-2 = AFP-731 [aka Impending Launch of Stealth Spy Satellite??]
Date: Thu, 04 Jul 1996 13:49:24 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4qujam$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>  <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4r908o$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Fred Mrozek wrote:
>
> In article <4r908o$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:
>
> > >Anyone else have some thoughts to add???
> >
> > >--
> > >John Pike
> > TDRS?
>
>       Pardon a possibly silly suggestion, but in the prior discussions
> about radio telemetry betraying the existance of a satellite, has anyone
<snip>
>       Anyway, I read somewhere that the Navy uses lasers to
> communicate with submarines at sea, and that, at low data rates, the
> subs may not need to surface to detect the transmissions that are
> directed right down on top of them to a precision of a hundred
> meters or so...
>

>
>
John and Fred,
Submarine communications are also conducted by ELF -Extra Low Frequency-
and SLF -Super..- which allow a slow data rate signal sent from a very
large antenna array on shore to be received while the boat remains
safely submerged.

There have been reports of physiological problems from these high-power
transmitters. At least one enterprising citizen who lived close to one
of these the transmitters and was posessed of a larcenous nature
discovered that by putting very large field coils all around his loft he
could actually induce electricity...

He was found out by the considerable reduction in signal strength in an
undisclosed angle of azimuth which could not be accounted for.
merlin


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Evan Morris)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Hallicrafters S-120
Date: Thu, 04 Jul 1996 14:22:51 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4r63ea$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Rich Maggio <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Out of curiosity, do you know when the radio was made?  I am guessing mid to
late 60's.  Am I close??

I received mine (now long gone) as a b'day present in 1964(?).  I
remember that rshack marketed a very similar radio.  I never quite
figured out how to use the bandspread, either.

It wasn't a great radio by modern standards, but when I opened that
package on my 14th b'day, I thought it was the most beautiful thing
I'd ever seen.

I have received quite a few messages from folks whose childhood
memories I seem to have stirred up.

Somebody ought to produce a big, clunky receiver with a huge
slide-rule dial and a few knobs of mysterious function.  They'd make a
mint.

--
Evan Morris
[e-mail]
Please consume mass quantities of
The Book Lover's Guide to the Internet
(Fawcett/Columbine)


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Leslie Paul Davies)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Multi-Band Automobile Radios?
Date: 4 Jul 1996 14:55:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4rgm14$[e-mail]>

Several years ago, some of the major manufacturers
were making noises about new MW / FM / SW auto
rcvrs being in the offing. Has anyone seen one yet?
GL.

--
Paul W2SYF/4 Ft Lauderdale
"Heisenberg may have slept here... "
Leslie Paul Davies
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bernie Rataj)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Need help with FM interfe
Date: Thu, 04 Jul 96 17:38:26 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4rgvng$[e-mail]>
References: <4r9m0u$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Len Anderson)
wrote:
>TH>From: [e-mail] (Truman Harris)
>TH>Subject: Need help with FM interference
>
>TH>About 2 kilometers from my location is a 50,000 watt FM station on 98,7
>TH>Mhz.
>TH>I've tried larger coax feed line, directional horizontal antennas and big
>TH>ham radio low-pass filters and STILL I've got lots of RF.  Where can I
>TH>find info on how to build a tuned filter/ any other suggestions would be
>TH>appreciated!

>   Also, winding the
>   coax through a very large ferrite/iron-powder toroid (sold by Amidon
>   Associates in Ham parts stores for balun construction) can help.

I'll vouch for the ferrite toroid! My computer sound card and speakers were
receiving a local FM station until I wound the cable from the sound card to
the speakers thru a toroid a few times. (Radio Shack wanted about 6 times the
price for a wimpy toroid that I paid for a really substantial one at a local
surplus store.)

Bernie


--
Bernie Rataj     [e-mail]    qth://toronto.on.ca
Member: Ontario DX Association, Tsuruoka Canadian Budokai
--


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:40 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
From: Editor of Imprint <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: QSL storage
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4rcv7q$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 4 Jul 1996 17:38:52 GMT

[e-mail] (Disco Kid) wrote:
>What does everyone else use to store their QSLs in? Photo albums? Thanks

Shoe box.

dave, waterloo, ont.






From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:41 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Lowe HF-150 Accessories
Date: Thu, 04 Jul 1996 18:40:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4rh3ea$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (xcitor) wrote:

>I was browsing through EEB summer catalog and notice that they sell an
>RS-235 interface as an accessory to the HF 150. Can someone tell me
>exactly what this is? Is the 150 capable of computer control.

>Any details are appreciated.

>TIA

>--
>"The problem with the Global Village is all the global idiots."
Yes, there is an RS232 cable/interface and Windows software available
($80 for the cable $70 for the software) the cable plugs into the
keypad socket...haven't tried it out yet, am still waiting on my
back-ordered keypad.   Maybe I'll get a used 386 laptop for cheap to
run my $500 radio while I'm asleep.    dr



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:41 1996
From: [e-mail](Lewis Strassberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: QSL storage
Date: 4 Jul 1996 18:51:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4rh3rd$[e-mail]>
References: <4rcv7q$[e-mail]>

  I use photo albums for my QSL's, but I'm looking for something else.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joel Rubin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: What's the latest "World of Radio" schedule & can it be found on the Web?
Date: 4 Jul 1996 20:53:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4rhb06$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4rgcno$[e-mail]>

In article <4rgcno$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Ralph,
>
>I try to keep an updated copy of the "World of Radio" schedule on my web
>page. the URL is: http://www.cybercomm.net/~slapshot/speedx.html .
>
>I also keep the "DX and Other Interesting Programs" list on this page.
>It can be searched or just used by the current hour.
>
>This is the first and only shortwave program list I know of on the Web.
>
>And its FREE!
>
>http://www.cybercomm.net/~slapshot/speedx.html
>
>http://www.cybercomm.net/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/slapshot/speedx.sh
>
>
Did anyone notice a bad RTTY (I think) het for WWCR on about 15686.3 on the
Fourth around 2030? Or was this just something local?

By the way, your clock, as you noted it might be, is about 20 minutes slow.

By the way, if someone doesn't have official web access but you can telnet to
a
internet site:port, you can sorta get the current hour's programs by telnet'in
g
to port 80 (decimal) of www.cybercomm.net and typing (no remote echo)

GET /cgi-bin/cgiwrap/~slapshot/speedxs.sh HTTP/1.0

(case sensitive)

(I mention this because I believe this newsgroup is also a mailing list so som
e
people are probably on BBS's.)
--
 Just as the strength of the Internet is chaos, so the strength of our liberty

depends upon the chaos and cacophony of the unfettered speech the First
Amendment protects."
        -- JUDGE STEWART DALZELL



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carl Warren Levin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: 4SALE TRANSI-TRAP LIGHTNING PROTECTION 4SALE***4SALE
Date: 4 Jul 96 22:09:39 GMT
Message-ID: <carl.836518179@julie>
Summary: 4sale transitrap lightning arrestor
Keywords: FORSALE

I have a "transi-trap" lightning protection.  10 bucks


write for details

Also a Eavesdropper antenna  30 bucks.
--
*********************************************************************
*   [e-mail]   +   "WAKE UP"
*   Portland, Oregon    +         Tom Peterson
***********************************************************************


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (C319Chris)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: FM on Superradio III
Date: 5 Jul 1996 07:23:45 -0400
Message-ID: <4riu01$[e-mail]>
References: <4r7373$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (C319Chris)

The Superadio III will drive a good-size speaker if you replace R66 with a
22-ohm resistor.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (C319Chris)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: AM reception
Date: 5 Jul 1996 07:44:09 -0400
Message-ID: <4riv69$[e-mail]>
References: <4r7nih$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (C319Chris)

Just as important as the quality of your receiver/antenna are the
properties of the signal of the stations you wish to listen to.  At night
many AM stations reduce power or limit the amout of power they put out in
certain directions.  If you are live where these stations' power is
limited (known as a null), you may have trouble getting those stations
with even the best of receivers.

You might try calling the stations' engineers and telling them your
location to find out how strong their signal is in your area.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:47 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: QSL storage
Date: 5 Jul 96 07:57:01 EST
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


We use "Globe-Weis Agate Card Tray, Number 94" index card storage boxes.
They are similar to a heavy-duty shoebox, with an internal sliding rack
to keep the cards pressed toward the front of the box. A 3x5 index card
can be stood on end and used as a divider/label. I guess this is a
typical office superstore product.....

Harry/N1QVE



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (Melfyn Lloyd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Lowe HF-150 Accessories
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 08:46:52 +1000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Dear Tom

In article <[e-mail]>, Tom Sundstrom
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> In Article<[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]>
> writes:

> We also have two software packages that work with the Lowe HF-150. Our
> English Language SCHEDULES program pops frequencies into the VFO or memories
.
> Our "memory management" program handles multiple lists of frequencies that
> you make up, and stuffs the selected list's frequencies into memories.
>
> The software is available, exclusively, through Gilfer Shortwave.

Any intention of producing a software package for the AR7030?

Regards - Melv.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bonnie Marshak)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: q
Date: 5 Jul 1996 11:53:09 GMT
Message-ID: <4rivn5$[e-mail]>

q

q

--

Bonnie Marshak
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:49 1996
From: "Christopher A. King" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: For Sale: Radio Shack DX-375, Magnavox D1875
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 13:39:31 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4r6frh$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:

> ...Since it's an analog radio it can be used near a computer without
> the computer interfering with the radio's reception.

I would *very* strongly question the validity of this statement...

C.K.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:50 1996
From: Tim Gillespie <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: sci.space.policy,sci.astro.amateur,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.aviation.military,alt.politics.org.cia
Subject: Re: K-2 = AFP-731 [aka Impending Launch of Stealth Spy Satellite??]
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 13:43:19 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4qujam$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>  <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4r908o$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Please remove sci.astro.amateur from your header before further responding to
this
thread. It is a bit out of our subject realm.

Thank you.

Tim Gillespie


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (Peter Morgan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Reviews Wanted: FRG-100 and SW8
Date: Fri, 5 Jul 1996 14:39:04 +0100
Message-ID: <4rjc5p$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ra1a0$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In message <[e-mail]>
        [e-mail] (Andy Sennitt) writes:

> [e-mail] (pcg#1) wrote:
> >Radio Netherlands has reviews available for both of these units.

> You don't need to bother with a search engine.
> Just point your browser at http://www.rnw.nl

I'll try to post a list of the receivers they do cover.

I've just been tempted to buy a Roberts rx, but cannot find it
in the last three issues of Passport and it isn't on RN's site :-(

It is the R802, and is small enough and cheap enough for me to use
to listen to RN during my lunch break at/near the office :->  Peter
[ pointers to: / email of:  a review,  welcomed ]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:52 1996
From: [e-mail](David A. Scott )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,alt.radio.pirate
Subject: Re: Boom in short-term British BC licenses
Date: 5 Jul 1996 14:58:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4rjaid$[e-mail]>
References: <4r0us5$[e-mail]> <4r3jm0$[e-mail]> <01bb67c5.6f0f1be0$d92d1cce@edellers>

In <01bb67c5.6f0f1be0$d92d1cce@edellers> "Ed Ellers" <[e-mail]>
writes:
>

>The FCC's rules on power, separations between stations and the like
>were designed to strike a balance between the number of stations
>available to listeners and the ability of those stations to reach an
>udience that can sustain a quality service;

The FCC's rules on power seem to be enforced arbitralily. For instance,
Christian bible-thumpers seem to have a license to do anything. There
are a couple in our area that are so loud they bleed over onto anything
with a speaker built into it, and drown out many nearby frequencies.
And then you have the FCC worrying about a few micro-powered pirates
who are actually (gasp) playing MUSIC? Doesn't seem to make sense.

And what ever happened to our anti-trust laws in this country? Almost
all of the radio stations in my city have been bought out by one huge
company. So what do you get? One opinion. One version of what good
music should sound like. More Rush Limburger programs. And all the
radio stations crank out the same old ho-hum watered-down horse crap.


-Dave-


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:53 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Reviews Wanted: FRG-100 and SW8
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 18:28:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4rjn41$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ra1a0$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4rjc5p$[e-mail]>

a third choice in the same price range is the Lowe HF-150
built like a tank





From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:54 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Bill Kooper Sells Out!!!
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 18:35:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4rjng3$[e-mail]>
References: <4rjgk4$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Russ LeBlanc) wrote:

>Wanna hear Bill Cooper pushing coins & such??? Listen in...I thought
>it was hilarious.  On WWCR weeknites 5065kHz 0400UT.

The guy tells you that the system is about to collapse and then he
wants to sell you gold,  like it will allow you to buy your way out of
any post-apocalyptic situation you may encounter.  What would the
mutant goons want with gold?  Your chances of surviving are much
better if you have an essential skill with which to barter, like
making gun powder or gasoline.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:55 1996
From: Larry Davis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Is the R8A Service Manual Available?
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 19:18:46 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: Arthur Burke <[e-mail]>

Arthur Burke wrote:
>
> Just wondering if you can purchase the R8a service manual?    Yes, I just purc
hased the manual, but it will cost you $46 including
shipping. It is well done and very interesting reading. After looking thru
it you will appreciate your receiver even more-a very well engineered, state
of the art design. The R8A is worth every penny!


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeremy Boot)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WWW Pages
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 19:44:22 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Updated for July,  G4NJH Pages  -

        http://www.innotts.co.uk/~asperges/

        now with sound.... (with appropriate browsers)

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Doty)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: BBC World Service in Halifax, NS, Canada
Date: 6 Jul 1996 01:23:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4rkf6m$[e-mail]>
References: <4rdr7t$[e-mail]> <4re870$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4re870$[e-mail]> john maxwell <security.john.maxwell@nt
.com> writes:
>[e-mail] (Fadi Shalabi) wrote:
>>I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. I cannot seem to get the BBC World
>>Service on my short wave radio! Can anyone give me the frequencies most like
ly
>>to work here?
>  You should have no problem receiving the BBCWS at your location, as it is r
elayed from Sackvill, New Brunswick, less than 200 mile=
>s from Halifax. Try 9515 KHz from about 9:00 A.M. to noon, 6175 KHz in the ev
enings until midnight.

Not true. Halifax is in the "skip zone" of Sackville: too close for
direct "ground wave" reception, but too far away for ionospheric
refraction to be reliable. Even here in the Boston area, Sackville
transmissions are pretty unreliable.

At least here, not terribly far from Halifax, 9410 (from England) is
good in the local morning, 15400 and 17830 (from Ascension) are good in
the local afternoon, and 5975 (from Antigua) is excellent in the local
evening, but your experience may vary.  Note that the BBC schedule is
very complex: the above frequencies cover three different "streams",
and you may be able to hear different streams at the same time on
different frequencies.

--
John Doty               "You can't confuse me, that's my job."
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Alan Braswell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Is HF Broadcasting Dy
Date: Sat, 06 Jul 96 04:35:30 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4rktoi$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>


>IMHO, Shortwave will die like AM has died since FM, radio since TV,
>broadcast TV since cable TV, cable TV since satellite TV.  In short,
>the advent of new technologies usually has never rendered the old
>entirely useless
        Points well made.  AM has even experienced a renaissance, as it has
found its niche in news, talk, and sports.

(with the exception, I suppose, of vinyl recordings).
        And even this analogy doesn't entirely hold.  There are a significant number
of high end audiophiles who insist that analogue vinyl, played on a state of t
he art
turntable,  presents a more realistic musical creation than digital.  Resultin
g, there
are still vinyl recordings (especially of audiophie calibre) being prodcued an
d most
likely they will continue to be produced.
(No flames, please.  I know this is off somewhat off topic but contributes to
the point
about technologies maintaining their usefulness.  Also,  I do not comment on t
he
veracity of the audiophile claims of vinyl superiority, but merely point out t
hat these
views do exist).

Regards,

Alan







[e-mail]
Alan Braswell
Houston, Texas


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:00:58 1996
Newsgroups: sci.space.policy,sci.astro.amateur,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.aviation.military,alt.politics.org.cia
From: [e-mail] (Dean Adams)
Subject: Re: K-2 = AFP-731 [aka Impending Launch of Stealth Spy Satellite??]
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4r908o$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 6 Jul 1996 06:03:29 GMT


In article <[e-mail]>,  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Submarine communications are also conducted by ELF -Extra Low Frequency-
>and SLF -Super..-

Close but no cigar. :)   That should be VLF (Very Low Freq)
3-30 khz, and ELF (Extremely Low Freq) which is at 0-3 khz.

 >which allow a slow data rate signal sent from a very
 >large antenna array on shore to be received while the boat remains
 >safely submerged.

Correct.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:01:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Quest)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: WWV [was: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MHz]
Date: 6 Jul 1996 07:48:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4rl5oh$[e-mail]>
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Jim Shaffer, Jr. ([e-mail]) wrote:

: In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Bryan Co
wan) writes:
: > That's weird-I've noticed that I've been unable to hear WWV on 10-for some
: > reason, the area seems dead. Try the American time stations on 5-that's
: > where I've had to go. I guess because of solar conditions the station on
: > 10 isn't as dependable as it used to be. I remember when I started DXing
: > 10 years ago that you could always count on the station on 10 to be there.
: > Now I have to listen to 5, and I think that they have a station on 15 too.

: They're also on 2.5 and 20.  I've heard each of these only once in three yea
rs
: of listening, though I haven't put a lot of effort into finding them.

        I have no trouble at all getting WWV on 10 Mhz, or 5 Mhz.
However, I have no luck (never have heard them) on 2.5 or 20.   15 comes
in strong, and for me, 10 is the strongest.  I'm in Des Moines, Iowa...sq

(standard propagation conditions apply, 10 & 15 by day, 5 by night.....)

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 06 14:01:01 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Tiny-tenna amplified SW antenna
Date: Sat, 06 Jul 1996 15:28:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4rlpj8$[e-mail]>

I've heard advertisements for the Tiny-tenna and was wondering if
anyone has any experience with it.  I'm looking for something I can
hook onto my portable while driving.





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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: "Magnetic Longwire Balun" (MLB) -- Impossible claims?
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[e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN) wrote:

>Guy Atkins ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: In the 1994-95 edition of Fine Tuning's PROCEEDINGS, authors Bill Bowers an
d John Bryant
>: wrote an article titled "Impedance Matching Devices". According to Bowers &
 Bryant, the MLB
>: does **NOT** perform impedance-transformation as the manufacturers claim.


I'm using a Palomar MLB with a 33m longwire and getting excellent
results in SoCal,  (BBC 12095 2000z [1300 local], etc.).  As the
impedance of any trans/auto former will change with frequency the
range of output impedance is the important factor.  As long as it
doesn't exceed the input impedance of one's receiver, the mismatch is
acceptable;  such as a range between 5 Ohms and 50 Ohms.  The static
that these things get rid of is not the crackle and spit you hear;  it
is the voltage induced on the antenna by friction (blowing dust, snow,
etc.) that can zap your radio's input devices.   The big plus is the
ability to use coax and not have to listen to your computer on your
radio.
dr




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:24 1996
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From: [e-mail](Frank F Darwish)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: ***********DRAKE R8 WITH SPEAKER FOR SAle******************************
Date: 5 Jul 1996 11:18:09 GMT
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In <4rhm8a$[e-mail]> [e-mail](Frank F
Darwish) writes:
>
>In <4rhct9$[e-mail]> [e-mail](Frank
F
>Darwish) writes:
>>
>>  I have both the speaker and the radio for only $700 in mint
>>condition.  This is a great receiver.  please e-mail me:
>>  [e-mail].
>



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:25 1996
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From: "Alexander Ageenkov" <[e-mail]>
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THE VOICE OF TURKEY,

TRANSMISSION SCHEDULE effective from 31 March 1996

Freq     Time                 Power    Target
(khz)    UTC       Languages           Area
------------------------------------------------------
                                       EUROPE
 9655  0300-0400   English     500
 9505  0400-0700   Turkish     500
13670  0700-0900   Turkish     500
 9460  0700-2100   Turkish     500
15350  0900-1600   Turkish     500
 9505  0930-1030   Serbo-Croat 500
 7110  0930-1030   Rumanian    500
 7110  1030-1130   Greek       500
 7110  1130-1230   Bulgarian   500
 7165  1130-1230   Albanian    500
 9445  1230-1330   English     500
 9675  1300-1400   Russian     500
13670  1300-1500   Turkish     500
 9445  1330-1430   German      500
 7110  1430-1530   Greek       500
 5980  1500-2200   Turkish     500
 7165  1530-1630   Hungarian   500
15385  1600-0900   Turkish     500
 6105  1600-1700   Bulgarian   500
 9675  1700-1800   Russian     500
 9445  1730-1830   German      500
 9645  1730-1830   German      500
 9635  1800-1900   Bosnian     500
 9445  1830-1930   English     500
 9535  1830-1930   English     500
 9445  1930-2030   French      500
 9675  1930-2030   French      500
 9590  1930-2030   French      500
11725  2100-0400   Turkish     500
 9460  2100-0700   Turkish     500
 9445  2100-0700   Turkish     500
 7280  2200-2300   English     250
 9655  2200-2300   English     500
                                     AUSTRALIA
17705  0300-0400   English     500
21715  0400-0900   Turkish     500
 9560  0900-2200   Turkish     500
 9560  2200-2300   English     500

11955  0000-2400   Turkish     250   ASIA
 9685  0300-0400   English     250
17705  0300-0400   English     500
11925  0400-0900   Turkish     500
15145  0400-0900   Turkish     250
21715  0400-0900   Turkish     500
11835  0730-0830   Azerbaijani 500
 9765  0730-0830   Azerbaijani 500
 9630  0830-0930   Persian     500
11795  0830-0930   Persian     500
 9675  0900-1100   Arabic      250
 9560  0900-2200   Turkish     500
 7150  1030-1130   Greek       500
15185  1100-1200   Chinese     500
15415  1200-1300   Urdu        500
 9630  1230-1330   English     500
 9445  1230-1330   English     500
 9710  1300-1400   Persian     250
 6050  1400-1500   Azerbaijani 500
 9655  1400-1600   Arabic      250
 7155  1600-2200   Turkish     250
 9445  1830-1930   English     500
 9445  2100-0700   Turkish     500
 9560  2200-2300   English     500
                                     AMERICA
 9655  0300-0400   English     500
 9505  0400-0700   Turkish     500
 9460  0700-2100   Turkish     500
11725  2100-0400   Turkish     500
 9445  2100-0700   Turkish     500
 9655  2200-2300   English     500
                                     AFRICA
 9655  0300-0400   English     500
 9685  0300-0400   English     250
15250  0900-1100   Arabic      500
 9675  0900-1100   Arabic      250
 9560  0900-2200   Turkish     500
15625  1000-1500   Turkish     250
11945  1400-1600   Arabic      500
 9655  1400-1600   Arabic      250
 7115  1600-2200   Turkish     250
 9445  1830-1930   English     500
 9445  1930-2030   French      500
 9590  1930-2030   French      500
 9460  2100-0700   Turkish     500
 9445  2100-0700   Turkish     500
 9655  2200-2300   English     500
 9560  2200-2300   English     500

Adderss: Voice of Turkey, PO Box 333 - 06.443,
         Yenisehir, ANKARA, TURKEY

-------------------------------------------------------------
Alexander Ageenkov, P.O.Box 1551, Sochi, 354000, Russia
                    [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:26 1996
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From: Mike & Caroline Hardester <[e-mail]>
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     Will the DXer from New Zealand (?) who inquired about a station
on 1580 kHz testing with tones please e-mail me.

        Mike:  [e-mail]


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af

Rainbow V 1.11 for Delphi - Test Drive



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Lyn Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Aircraft HF Communication Antennas
Date: 11 Jul 1996 10:40:43 -0500
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In article <4s17ld$[e-mail]>,
Pierfrancesco Bosco <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Hi, thanks for reading.
>Is there anybody who could explain where the HF antennas are on an
>aircraft? I guess they're in the wings but I'm not so sure about it.
>
>Any information related to Air HF Communications will be appreciated.
>
>Pierfrancesco IK2IID
>
The most common antenna on smaller planes is a wire from the top of the
cockpit to the tail. Larger planes like the 707 use a "spike" which can
be seen pointing forward from the top of the tail. The US president's
747s have four "spikes", one rearward from each wingtip and one forward
from the tip of each horizontal stabilizer.


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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:29 1996
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From: [e-mail](JOSEPH A CIRA)
Newsgroups: comp.bbs.misc,alt.bbs.ads,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.shortwave,alt.bbs,
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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:30 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Truman Harris)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: ANC-4 Antenna Noise Canceller (JPS)
Date: 9 Jul 1996 15:24:58 GMT
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[e-mail] (Klaus Floer) wrote:
>
>I'm thinking of buying the ANC-4 Antenna Noise Canceller made by JPS. If

>anyone has experience with this device, please post a note. Thank you.
>
>                                                    Klaus (White Plains,

>NY)

Power line noise is the primary use I have for the ANC-4; Overhead power
lines can completely blot out a weak signal on RFPI in the early evening,
for example, and this gadget removes most of the loud buzz, making the
signal readable.   Haven't found any other use for it, tho.



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:32 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Darcy B. Hager)
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Subject: Re: ANC-4 Antenna Noise Canceller (JPS)
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> [e-mail] (Klaus Floer) wrote:
> >
> >I'm thinking of buying the ANC-4 Antenna Noise Canceller made by JPS. If

> >anyone has experience with this device, please post a note. Thank you.
> >
> >                                                    Klaus (White Plains,

I have had one of these for a couple of weeks and have so far used it
when a Mixmaster was operating downstairs, a coffee grinder started up
nearby, and my computer monitor was interfering with my MW loop. In all
cases the noise was completely canceled. I have built a switching box to
allow me to select any of 3 antennae as the "main" input and/or the
"noise" input. It makes it easy to disconnect an antenna to facilitate
adjusting the noise gain. It also allows me to combine my long-wire
and my folded dipole through the ANC-4 and automatically take advantage
of the stronger when bandscanning (when it's quiet). It's a nifty little
rig, but needs its gain and phase adjusted for every different local noise
situation.
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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:33 1996
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Kevin Leroux ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Does that mean the AntiChrist is coming through my shortwave radio? Is
: there a special balun I can use to prevent this? Will the fuse in my
: dx-380 be able to hand this?

Tune in to 666 kZ and see if that does the trick.

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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Matthews)
Subject: RE: Audio NRD
Date: 7 Jul 96 21:50:51 -0700
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I think it is a common "problem" on the NRD-535 as well as the
NRD-535D.  I have the 535D and the tonal quality on my old NRD-515 is
much superior.   When I complained about the quality of the sound, I
was told that it was better than on the NRD-525 (which, of course,
doesn't correct the 'quality of the sound' problem that Japan Radio
engineered into the receiver).  Anyway, just a personal opinion.

    Bill Matthews

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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:34 1996
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From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Audio NRD
Date: 6 Jul 1996 21:26:25 GMT
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Mark Veldhuis ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Hello,


: I found out that my Lowe HF-150 has better audio (more bass) than the JRC-NR
D
: 535. To get pleasant audio on the 535, I have to use pass band shift. Is thi
s
: normal, or is there something wrong with my NRD? Please help.
: Any comments/opinions on the AR7030 are also welcome.



: 73',


: Mark Veldhuis, Borne, the Netherlands.
: E-mail: [e-mail]
: WWW: http://www.tip.nl/users/mark.veldhuis
The NRDs aren't exactly noted for their audio, while the Lowe HF150 has
been highly praised for its audio quality.  The 535 supposedly has better
audio than previous members of the series, but isn't up to the 150s level.

tim gueguen [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:35 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ross Archer)
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Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 20:37:20 GMT
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I've lost the original thread on my newsserver.

At any rate, if 6715 Khz starts to fade try 5975.
Here in San Fransisco, 6715 seems to get worse
as the night goes on and 5975 seems to get better.



>In article <4pll9j$[e-mail]> d.pinto wrote:
>>
>>After 0800 UTC, the BBC signal I know about gets very difficult to
>>receive.  I am in the Los Angeles area, and do not use an external
>>antenna on a Sat. 700. The freq. that I seem to be able to pick up is
>>around 6700, or thereabouts. If there is a better or alternate freq.,
>>please either post or email me. thanks, dp.




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:36 1996
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From: Stefano Mannelli <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: BCL RADIO SITE FROM ITALY
Date: Tue, 09 Jul 1996 19:31:47 +0200
Organization: Centro Servizi Interbusiness
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Hello,

I kind ask to everybody to read my new pages and please let me know what
you think about; of
course every kind of advice are well accepted.

The main address is: http://www.agora.stm.it/S.Mannelli
the main italian page is: http://www.agora.stm.it/S.Mannelli/ita.htm
the main english page is: http://www.agora.stm.it/S.Mannelli/eng.htm

There are three interesting pages for us, they are:

1) the page of the QSL received in 1996 with address, frequency, details
and verification signer
of every listed station:
http://www.agora.stm.it/S.Mannelli/qsl.htm

2) the page of tips, with some hot news and my last tips, if there are:
http://www.agora.stm.it/S.Mannelli/tips.htm

3) the page of italian private radio stations on short waves
http://www.agora.stm.it/S.Mannelli/radioit.htm

All pages are regularly updated. Thanks for your visit and attention.

Good DX !!
--
STEFANO MANNELLI

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>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>  [e-mail]
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>  [e-mail]
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>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>  or: P.O.Box 1532 - 50100 FLORENCE 7 - Italy

PHONE
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>  ++39-338-6006660 GSM with a/m


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:37 1996
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From: "David A. Lovell" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Bearcat DX-1000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 09 Jul 1996 10:48:01 -0500
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The DX-1000 does seem to be temperamental.  I've one open on the bench
at present with an intermittant "brraaappp" audio burst at 3-5 second
intervals.  Not exactly what one wants in a shortwave rig.

Nevertheless it was an interesting diversion for Electra - hope all
enjoy their radios. (I like my R-8 better!)



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:38 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Curt Phillips)
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Subject: Re: Best SW portable for under $150?
Date: Tue, 02 Jul 96 05:25:20 GMT
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In article <4r7b44$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail](J. LeQuesne) wrote:
>In <4r7fhq$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Curt
>Phillips) writes:
>>In article <[e-mail]>,
>>   [e-mail] (Abraham Stavsky) wrote:
[snip]
>>  At that budget, you are SO close getting a Sony ICF-7600G (note
>>the "G", it makes a BIG difference) or a Grundig Yachtboy 400.
>>  Typically they sell for $169 or so new (depending on where you
>>buy), but can be found used for under $150.  Try Universal Radio
>>in Ohio (call 1-800-555-1212 to get their toll free number).
>>  Some Yachtboy 400s have been listed for sale "factory
>>reconditioned" by DAMARK for $149.
>Hi--If you're calling Universal Radio, ask for their "used equipment
>list."  Some of the radios listed are simply store demos--and Universal
>tells tou the condition of the radio/any extras it has (such as manual,
>AC adaptor).

  I've bought a used radio from Universal, and they are a good place
to deal with.
  Universal Radio's number is 800-431-3939 or 614-866-4267,
http://www.universal-radio.com
and the address is 6830 Americana Parkway, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068.

>I'd buy from them rather than DAMARK.  Not only will the price be
>cheaper...but you'll get both a warranty and the knowledge you're
>buying from someone who knows what shortwave radios are.

  Sometimes DAMARK has good prices, sometimes not so good prices,
so as with all things, CAVEAT EMPTOR.  The factory reconditioned units
do have a warranty, but DAMARK doesn't pretend to be radio
hobbyists.

  BTW, some people have asked for DAMARK's name and address:
Their catalog doesn't list a "regular" number, only their
toll free number (which is probably USA only).

DAMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
7101 Winnetka Ave. North
P.O. Box 9437
Minneapolis, MN 55440-9437 USA
1-800-729-9000

========= Opinions expressed are solely those of the author ============
Curt Phillips, KD4YU (ex-WB4LHI)      | "I don't want to achieve
[e-mail]               |immortality through my work.  I
Chairman, Tarheel Scanner/SWL Group   |want to achieve immortality through
ARRL Life; QCWA; Raleigh Am Radio Soc |NOT DYING."   -- Woody Allen


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:40 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Philippe Cadic)
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Subject: CB WEB RADIO SITE UPDATED
Date: Tue, 09 Jul 1996 13:03:00 GMT
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http://www.geocities.com/WallStreet/2314 has been updated.
This site is a not profit site dedicated to Radio CB / SWL

Yours

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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:40 1996
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From: Charlene Vickers <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: CFVP
Date: Mon, 08 Jul 1996 04:52:46 -0600
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Does anyone know whether CFVP uses a directional transmitter?  This
is the shortwave transmitter rebroadcasting CFCN(or whatever they
call it these days) AM from Calgary, Canada.  I've written them
asking about their transmitter pattern but haven't received a reply.
(These days, I have to wonder if they even received the letter - I
just received a bill in the mail which was mailed May 15 - half a
block away.)

Thanks.  Please email me if you know!
--
Charlene Vickers  > [e-mail]
Yellowknife, NWT, Canada

I had a pithy comment, but a
mosquito just carried it away!



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (colin newell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Coming to Hawaii..
Date: 10 Jul 1996 16:04:15 GMT
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I hope to be going to Hawaii for 2 weeks in the Fall
and will be packing along a portable and some active
antennas.

I would like to get in touch with any serious DXers
there for tips. We will be at Kona most of the time
but will do the cursory visit to Honolulu.

There were one or two guys that e-mailed me previously:
One Chuck in particular: Please send me your e-mail adress again! :-)

--
Robert Colin Newell
http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca
espresso.ts.uvic.ca PORT 6667
Channels #shortwave   IRC
The Coffee Expert's Web Page


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:42 1996
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From: [e-mail] (WILLIAM W MUNSIL)
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Last time I checked, Barry Goldwater was very much alive.
73 de N7AOU/ATV
--
Lernu la Internacian Lingvon - Esperanto!
1-800-828-5944 or email [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:43 1996
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From: Cliff Patten <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: uk.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: famous hams world wide.
Date: Mon, 8 Jul 1996 01:16:24 +0100
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In article <[e-mail]>, ac
<[e-mail]> writes
>
>CALLSIGNS OF FAMOUS HAMS
>
>KB6LQR Jeana Yeager, Voyager '86 pilot
>

Any relation to Chuck Yeager?

(US air ace)


--
Cliff Patten G0 GDW


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From: [e-mail] (Roger Pettengill)
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Date: Wed, 10 Jul 1996 04:45:16 GMT
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On Tue, 9 Jul 1996 18:43:21 -0600, Patrick Cook
<[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hi everyone:
>
>It's pretty strange former CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite NEVER made the
>list.

NEVER made the kist? You must have blinked when you came to KB2GSD.

Roger - [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:45 1996
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From: Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]>
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In article <HHl$[e-mail]>, Cliff Patten
<[e-mail]> writes
>I don't bloody care, it says here that *I* am the pilot, and anyway my
>dad's in the airforce, so if you don't do what I say, he will come round
>and bomb your house....

I am coming to the considered opinion, sad as it may seem, that you are
a daft as I am Cliff!

Me

--
Michael J Wooding G6IQM     email: [e-mail]
http://www.eolas.co.uk/ag/vhfcomm.htm & http://www.clearlight.co./~vhfcomm
KM Publications, 5 Ware Orchard, Barby, Nr.Rugby, CV23 8UF, UK
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] write
s:

> Patrick Cook <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
> >It's pretty strange former CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite NEVER made the
> >list.  He has to be the OLDEST one of them all.
>
> Who is Walter Cronkite?

If you ever see the movie _Apollo 13_ you'll see/hear him...

---
Frank Ney  WV/EMT-B VA/EMT-A  N4ZHG  LPWV  NRA(L) GOA CCRKBA JPFO
Sponsor, BATF Abuse page  http://www.access.digex.net/~croaker/batfabus.html
West Virginia Coordinator, Libertarian Second Amendment Caucus
"[E]lections amount to no more than choosing between the scum that floats to
the top of the barrel and the dregs that settle to the bottom."
                        - L. Neil Smith



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From: [e-mail].([e-mail] ([e-mail] (joe)
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Subject: Freeplay radio on ABC World News Tonight
Date: 10 Jul 96 07:16:29
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Peter Jennings did a nice report on Bayliss and his Freeplay
radio on the July 9 World News Tonight program on ABC-TV in
the USA.  If you missed it the report is available in real
audio at: http://www.abcradionet.com/sound/wnt11.ram


Joe Buch
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:48 1996
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From: Tom Sundstrom <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FS: Drake R8A
Date: Sat, 06 Jul 96 13:21:51 EDT
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Drake R8A, new October 1995, balance of warrenty. Includes our SCHEDULES and
R8A Memory Manager software packages and serial cable. Used in preparation of
1996 WRTH receiver review and for software development. $900. Shipping
negotiable.

Reason for selling? We have too many receivers on the tabletop.

Tom Sundstrom
[e-mail]
http://www.trsc.com



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:49 1996
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From: Matt <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FS: YB400
Date: 11 Jul 1996 19:19:45 GMT
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Message-ID: <4s3k4h$j6j$[e-mail]>

Grundig Yacht Bay 400 in perfect condition; not a scratch on it.
 In original box, has maunals,
reel antenna, and carring case.  $155 w/shipping.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:49 1996
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From: [e-mail] (VoodooElec)
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Subject: Re: GE Super Radio III
Date: 7 Jul 1996 23:13:08 -0400
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I got mine at Sears (thanks, AntyEm), price was $45 including a discount
they give you in store for applying for a credit card.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:50 1996
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From: [e-mail] (lness)
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Subject: How come?
Date: 6 Jul 1996 12:31:58 GMT
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        Pardon my ignorance, but when I plug in the external antenna on
my DX 392, I no longer get AM stations.  I would expect better
reception.  How come?

--
Lester Ness     [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:51 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Hugh Stegman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Hurricane Planes
Date: 8 Jul 1996 15:49:01 -0700
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In article <4rpchp$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (IBM Gary) wrote:

>Anyone log anything, re: Bertha? Usual freqs seem quiet, at 2000Z

14325 kHz, the National Hurricane Watch Net, is audible in Los Angeles at
08/2200 JUL UTC.  Others have reported FEMA on 10493.

-hugh


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From: [e-mail] (ek_rick_swenton)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: ICF-2010 Synchronous Detector
Date: 9 Jul 1996 04:14:55 GMT
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Hi Ken.  The Sync. Det. helps improve the intelligibility of a signal
during fading.  It does this by using a carrier that's generated inside
the radio instead of using the carrier from the radio station.  It also
only uses one of the sidebands.  In a normal AM signal, the upper and
lower sidebands have the same information.  The Sync. Det. allows you to
pick one or the other.  You pick the one with the least interference from
an adjacent station.

I usually "zero beat" the received signal by first tuning it in using the
USB or LSB setting.  You tune the station until the pitch of the audio
tone drops to zero hertz.  This way you will get the station exactly on
frequency.  Then you can swicth to Sync. Det.  The Lower LED will be on
indicating that you are receiving the lower sideband.  To switch to the
Upper Sideband, tune the radio to .1 KHz. higher.  For example, if you
have tuned in an AM Radio station on 1080.0 KHz., set the radio to 1080.1
KHz. to receive the upper sideband.  You have to have the Manual Tuning
Mode switch set to "Slow" in order to change the frequency in small .1
KHz. steps.  If you tune too far off the station's frequency with the
Sync. Det. on, the detector will loose lock and the radio will howl until
you bring the tuning back on frequency.

Hope this helps.   -Rick


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   Rick Swenton  ([e-mail])
              Bristol,  CT  USA
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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:54 1996
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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: ICF2010 help
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 16:21:44 -0400
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Ken:

I just leave my sync switch on virtually all the time.  I also leave
the Manual Tune Mode toggled on "slow", which is on .1 kHz.
resolution. Once I type in a frequency, I turn the tuning knob until
the move of .1 kHz. causes the sync indicator to move between upper
and lower.  This lets me know that I am on frequency.  Then, I use my
ears to tell me whether the upper or lower sync produces the better
audio with less interference.  Sometimes I have to switch the filter
to "narrow" if there is an especially strong signal nearby the
frequency I want to listen to.  Also, on occasion, I find that a
strong nearby station "confuses" the sync detector.  When that happens
I turn it off and use the tuning knob to try and get away from the
interference.

Hope this helps!

John Figliozzi



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Icom R9000
Date: Sun, 07 Jul 1996 18:42:52 GMT
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Thank you for reading this.  I'm still looking for an Icom R9000
reciever in mint to new condition.  I have ham radio equipment and
professional photography equipment to trade or will pay cash.  Please
send description (age, cosmetic condition, accessories, etc) and best
price.  Thanks!

Jim  [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:56 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: Is HF Broadcasting Dying?
Date: 7 Jul 1996 10:04:32 -0400
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>
>                         RE: IS HF BROADCASTING DYING?
>
>In message <4rk8a9$[e-mail]>
>        "Charles P. Hobbs" <[e-mail]> writes:
>
>> Is there much domestic shortwave in Europe still?
>
>If you mean Country A broadcasting for listening within A
>on Shortwave, then I think Not...  someone else can give a
>list if there are stations doing so (perhaps in what was once
>Yugoslavia)
>
>There are many English broadcasts from european stations,
>and I welcome them daily :-)  Just so much easier for me on
>the western edge than for anyone the far side of the Atlantic :-)
>
>73 all, Peter
------------------------------------------------------------

I certianly hope not. I've just returned to shortwave after a long layoff
from it. I have been sorry to see the departure of "The Two Bobs" on SRI,
and it does seem that Radio Sweden is also aiming at the satilite market.
I can't imagine that satilite radio is going to be a major player in the
thrid world countries for a long time yet, hell, I can't afford it myself
much less someone in Africa or Asia. I have noticed that the missionary
stations seem to be everywhere; in the old days it was Radio Moscow whom
had this distinction (nowadays Russia is getting hard for me to
consistantly hear).

I'm guessing that many stations will spend less of their time on HF
aiming to Europe and The Americas and concentrate on the Thrid World
areas in the future, but as often as not you can hear broadcasts by the
majors to Africa here on the east coast of the US. It will mean upgrading
antennas and radios for those of us here in the US, but there will still
be plenty of stuff for us to listen to for awhile yet.


Jeff Zang
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:57 1996
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From: Peter Morgan <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: July 1st DXing with Cumbre Schedule, etc.
Date: Sun, 7 Jul 1996 11:57:06 +0100
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In message <4rmdpo$[e-mail]>
        [e-mail] (Marie A. Lamb) writes:

> Hello, everyone.  Here is the new schedule for DXing with Cumbre on World
> Harvest Radio.

Marie, I wonder if you could, in future, arrange to also post these to
rec.radio.info  ?   Just that programme schedules from broadcasters
can stand out more there, with it being a moderated newsgroup.

From the moderator, the method now used for MediaScan and HCJB's
info....
-----

All you have to do is email the posting to:

[e-mail]

I'll do the rest from there.

David Dodell

-----
73, Peter Morgan



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:15:58 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Marie A. Lamb)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: July 1st DXing with Cumbre Schedule, etc.
Date: 6 Jul 1996 19:11:52 GMT
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Hello, everyone.  Here is the new schedule for DXing with Cumbre on World
Harvest Radio.

VIA WHRI, INDIANA
Fri     2230    5745    N Am/Eu/Rus/ME/Af
Sat     0500    5760    N Am/Eu/Rus/ME/Af
"       "       7315    Americas
Sat     1300    6040    N Am/Eu/Rus/ME/Af (NEW)
Sat     1730    13760   N Am/Eu/Rus/ME/Af
"       "       9495    Americas
Sat     2230    9495    Americas
Sat     2300    5745    N Am/Eu/Rus/ME/Af (NEW)
Sun     0330    5745    N Am/Eu/Rus/ME/Af

VIA KWHR, HAWAII (All transmissions targeted to Asia and South Pacific)
Sat     0200    17510
Sat     0500    17780
Sun     1830    13625
Mon     0330    17510

All times and frequencies are subject to changes.  Also, WHRI and KWHR now
both carry UPI news headlines at the top of most hours, whch may affect the
start times of some transmissions.

World Harvest Radio welcomes both your written and taped reception reports,
and be sure to ask for their 10th anniversary QSL card while supplies last.
Also, starting in August, World Harvest Radio will have a monthly contest
for the two best taped reports each month, and the winners will receive a
copy of the 1997 edition of Passport to World Band Radio.  If you send a
taped report, it must be on cassette, and you should also include a letter
with the UTC time and date and the frequency of the transmission you heard.
The only address you should use for reports to World Harvest Radio is:

World Harvest Radio
P.O. Box 12
South Bend, IN 46624
U.S.A.


Thanks for tuning in!

73--
Marie Lamb
Host and Producer, DXing with Cumbre


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:00 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Wayne Allen)
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[e-mail] (Fred Mrozek) wrote:

*>>      Pardon a possibly silly suggestion, but in the prior discussions
*>>about radio telemetry betraying the existance of a satellite, has anyone
*>>considered that perhaps a laser would be used to communicate in both
*>>directions, to and from the satellite...?

        For normal communications yes but not for control comms.  Lasers are
extremely directional and telemetry (sent and recieved) must use a omni-direct
ional
antenna The birds sometimes have a nasty habit of tumbling in orbit, if the an
tennas
are pointed away from earth then we wont have any idea what the problem is and
 won't
be able to send correction commands, so the bird sends in every direction to i
ncrease
our chances of intercepting it. Once it's stable spot beam antennas or lasers
could
be used to cover normal comms.



Wayne H.Allen
[e-mail]
Pgp key at www.capitalnet.com/~whallen



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:01 1996
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From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Liberia on 5000 kHz July 1st
Date: Tue, 9 Jul 1996 21:39:59 +0100
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In article <4rt8r4$[e-mail]>, =?iso-8859-
1?q?Anders_Willf=F6r?= <[e-mail]> comments :

>Anybody who knows which station and address?
>
>The station was on heard on the 1st of July at 20.00 -> with African
>music and announcements in English: "Broadcasting from Liberia on the
>West Coast of Africa, tomorrow morning we will be sending on 6110 kHz ...."
>
>And the frequency was 5000 kHz.

No idea of the name/address I'm afraid, but I did hear this station too,
closedown was 20:30 [or was it 21:30 ?] if memory serves. Albeit weak
(with splatter from 5005 and the Russian time station [RWM 4996]).

I was somewhat surprised to hear anyone using one of the international
time standard channels for broadcasting ...

--

Ray


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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:03 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jim Weigang)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Lightning strike
Date: 7 Jul 1996 14:13:24 GMT
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A few days ago I was awakened at 6 AM by a terrific downpour of rain.
I got up and wandered around the house closing windows, then groggily
looked out at the back yard, trying to decide whether the rain had
already filled up the swingset kiddie seat.  Suddenly there was a flash
and a thunderous bang (with no delay between the two), and my eyes
darted to the top of the garage where the flash came from.  For a second
I saw what looked like spray or smoke leaping up as if rebounding from
something.  This end of the garage holds the corner of my John Doty-
style inverted-L antenna.  I thought, "Geez, was that lightning?", but
I wasn't too sure because I hadn't actually seen a bolt.

   I went upstairs to my office to check the radio gear, half-expecting
to find molten, smoking ruin, but everything seemed normal.  The tip of
the antenna connector (unplugged from the Sony 2010) wasn't fused or
anything.  But when I turned the knob on the Grove MiniTuner from the
ground position, it moved reluctantly, with a grinding rasp that made me
go, "Uh-oh".  Then I noticed a nasty burnt smell and tracked it down to
the telephone line that the antenna coax passes by.  The phone line RFI
filter had exploded, and its connector was fused to the phone jack.  The
outer insulation of the adjacent antenna coax was blown open, and there
was a crater in the interior insulation where a bunch of electrons had
jumped ship for the phone-line path to ground.  Examining the MiniTuner,
I noticed that one corner had a fan-shaped smoke mark and a tiny blob of
once-molten metal.  An audio switching box had been sitting atop the
tuner, and the bolt had traveled through it and into a stereo amplifier,
where it peeled the traces off the first circuit card it reached.  The
phone line bolt took out my Multitech modem (in spite of a Radio Shack
phone-line surge suppressor, which was not damaged) and a cordless phone
on another extension.  I later noticed that my LaserJet printer, which
shows no visible damage but was sitting close to the antenna cable, is
also dead.  Amazingly, the computer, tape decks, a turntable, and the
2010 (even the notoriously fragile front-end FET) all seem to be
undamaged.

   The base of the antenna was an impressive sight.  The yogurt
container rain shield had a hole punched in it, and the aluminum box
that houses the home-made transformer was blown open like a firecracker
had exploded inside it.  The interior was coated with a brownish layer
of vaporized ferrite core.  At the top of the vertical feed, about 8" of
wire has disappeared (possibly that was the smoke I saw).  You know the
saying about lightning not striking the same place twice?  Yeah, that's
because after the first hit, the target doesn't exist any more!

   Several aspects of the strike suprised me.  First, I'm shocked that
lightning struck my antenna.  It's only 15' above ground, and trees
tower 30' above it everywhere but at the corner.  And it's in an urban
location (W. Springfield, Mass.) with pole-top power lines completely
surrounding it at a distance of about 50 yards.  Second, the current
seems to have traveled along the center conductor of the coax.  At every
connection, the center conductor is blackened and/or burned off.  The
jump to the phone line clearly originated from the center conductor (the
crater goes down to there).  I'm surprised at this because the Doty
antenna design has the feed line passing around a toroid and then to a
ground stake.  But neither of the wires clamped to the two ground stakes
(4' in moist dirt), nor the ground-wire contact points, showed any sign
of burning.  (And these were good clean connections, with autopsy
resistance measured at 0.2 ohms.)  The electricity seems to have
followed the center conductor to the grounds offered within the house--
the phone line and the AC power neutral line (via the stereo).  My
belief in ground rods as useful absorbers of lightning has been severly
shaken.

   When I get around to rebuilding the antenna, I'm going to make a few
changes:  I guess I'll use an ICE transformer with some built-in
lightning protection, which I hope will help in case of nearby strikes.
More importantly, though, I'm going to run the feed into the basement,
keeping it away from the computer and phone lines.  And when I'm not
using the radio, I'm going to disconnect the feed cable from
_everything_ and connect it to a solid water pipe ground.  That seems to
be where a bolt is going to head anyway, leaving a path of destruction
in the process; might as well make the path as direct as possible.

   So, does _your_ shortwave antenna feed line pass near computer/audio
equipment or phone lines?  Does it really need to?  What path will a
bolt have to take to reach the house ground?  Caveat SWLer!

                                                Jim



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:04 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Mark Veldhuis)
Subject: Loggings webpage
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Hello,

For my latest loggings, take a look at

http://www.tip.nl/users/mark.veldhuis


More to fallow soon....







Mark Veldhuis, Borne, the Netherlands
E-mail: [e-mail]
WWW: http://www.tip.nl/users/mark.veldhuis


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Andy Sennitt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Logs from E. Mojave desert
Date: 8 Jul 1996 07:54:49 GMT
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[e-mail] (AIMRUGER) wrote:

>0140 UTC on 9560 AM
>Radio Norway International. Talk in unknown language, mentioned Atlanta
>several times. English ID at 0155.

If the time is correct, this would have been a program in Danish from
Radio Denmark, broadcast via the facilities of Radio Norway
International. Radio Norway broadcasts the first half hour, Radio
Denmark from :00 to :55.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:06 1996
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From: Rob Keeney <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Logs from E. Mojave desert
Date: Mon, 08 Jul 1996 22:12:39 -0500
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AIMRUGER wrote:
>
> Heard in the East Mojave Desert, California (approximately 35.0 degrees N,
> 115.3 degrees W, 5,000 foot elevation). Used a Sangean ATS-803A powered
> with D-cell batteries, and wire running due north on the desert  floor for
> about 60 paces:
> 0315 UTC at 6956 ssb.
> Unidentified Pirate. Audio from "Green Eggs and Ham" and other Dr. Suess
> television programs. Possible Providence, RI maildrop. SINPO=32242.

Randy, this was CITH, Cat In The Hat.  That was the Providence drop you
heard.  The op's poetry left something to be desired, didn't it!?


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:06 1996
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From: BRETSKI <[e-mail]>
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Subject: looking for BERTHA on HF
Date: Mon, 8 Jul 1996 15:29:32 -0500
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Any good BERTHA HF listing???????????????


BRET A. PENNINGTON /  COMPUTER TECHNICIAN   /EARTH AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES
CIVL 4252 317-494-0678 / PURDUE UNIVERSITY  / WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA 47907
[e-mail]                   /     speaking only for myself.
/\/\/\/\/\/ __... /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ N9ZFF /\/\/\/\/\/ ...__ /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:07 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Scott)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,biz.marketplace.non-computer
Subject: LOOKING TO TRADE FOR A BASE SCANNER
Date: 5 Jul 1996 18:49:48 GMT
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I AM LOOKING TO TRADE FOR A BASE SCANNER...

I HAVE CAR AMPS 240w and 120w and a bunch of computer stuff

e-mail [e-mail]

Thanks



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:08 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Don Putnick)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Magnetic Transfer Antenna (was: Magnetic Longwire Balun)
Date: 9 Jul 1996 14:53:24 GMT
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In article <4rk0tn$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...

|RF Systems claims their "Magnetic Longwire Balun"  matches
|an end-fed antenna to 50-ohm coax from  0.1-40 Mhz with no tuning.

|Does anyone:
|1) Have real operating experience with this device -- does it work?
|2) Have any idea of the principles it works on?

After having read all of the responses, I have the same questions about the RF

Systems Magnetic Transfer Antenna (their vertical).  Any first hand experience

out there?



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:09 1996
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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Mail order catalogs
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 16:02:10 -0400
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Mark:

Here are four addresses:

Gilfer Shortwave
52 Park Avenue
Park Ridge, NJ  07656
http://www.gilfer.com/

Grove Enterprises
P.O. Box 98, 7540 Highway 64 West
Brasstown, NC  28902-0098
http://www.grove.net
[e-mail]
[e-mail]

EEB
323 Mill St.
Vienna, VA  22188
[e-mail]

Universal Radio
6830 Americana Pkwy.
Reynoldsburg, OH  43068-4113
[e-mail]

All but Gilfer are Sangean dealers.  Gilfer and Grove have on-line
catalogs.  You can order a print catalog from all four via e-mail.

Hope this helps!

John Figliozzi




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Michael Schuster ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Imagine my surprise to see a repost of my article here, in my name, from
: SOMEBODY ELSE!

        It happens all the time, just gotta get used to it.  One
interesting note however, if you search yourself in the white pages, and
check for an Email address for yourself, it will show _all_ of these fido
echo farts as valid Email addresses for you.  :-/

--
-<[e-mail]>---------\   ( (  |  ) )   Amendment1 Congress shall make
============================>      /_\       no law abridging the freedom
MicroPower FM Broadcasting-/      /\_/\      of speech, or of the press.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:11 1996
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From: [e-mail] (ALY364)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Mods/Improvements for DX-394?
Date: 10 Jul 1996 11:41:31 -0400
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Are there any Mods or filter additions that can be done to DX-394.?
Anything pop up yet?
Thank you.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:12 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Bell)
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In article <[e-mail]> Peter Morgan <peter.morgan@zetne
t.co.uk> writes:
>In message <[e-mail]>
>        [e-mail] ([e-mail]) writes:
>
>> >I want to know how in the world you were able to type in a domain name
>> >and get all that information about who actually owns the name.  Is
>> >there a web page I can go to?  I would absolutely LOVE to be able
>> >to get information about a domain by simply typing in the name!

I appear to have missed much of this thread while I was out of town, but
there is a web-based internic query form at

http://www.internic.net/wp/whois.html

Someone also has a nice traceroute web interface floating around on the
web.  In general, I find that the Alta Vista search engine responds well
to a query of the form (service + "web interface") for turning this stuff
up.

-Peter
[e-mail]

who was impressed by how much harder it seemed to be to get decent s/w
reception on the west coast than out here...  Brought the DX-375 with me,
and a longwire, and it really did seem like my reception here is a lot
better than out in the Bay Area.


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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Multi-Band Automobile Radios?
Date: Sun, 07 Jul 1996 13:43:29 -0400
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To: Leslie Paul Davies <[e-mail]>

Leslie Paul Davies wrote:
>
> Several years ago, some of the major manufacturers
> were making noises about new MW / FM / SW auto
> rcvrs being in the offing. Has anyone seen one yet?
> GL.

I've had a Philips DC-777 for almost five years now.  Digital, covers
HF continuously from 3.2 to 21.8 MHz., with cassette and AM/FM to
boot!  Sold for $399 new, but price dropped to $299 after about a year
and probably lower thereafter near the end of its run.  Unfortunately,
no longer being manufactured.

Monitoring Times has been carrying an ad for a Becker 2340 sold by EAI
(Erie Aviation International), 1607 Asbury Road, P.O. Box 8283, Erie,
PA  16505.  They have an 800 number:  800-395-8934.  Price is steep
though: $624!  Carries 49 through 19 meters, w/AM and FM stereo and
cassette.  Also includes a remote control.

I believe Blaupunkt also puts out a car receiver/stereo w/limited SW
coverage that's an option on Mercedes Benz cars.  Don't have any
further info on this one, though.

Hope this is helpful!

John Figliozzi

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From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:14 1996
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From: [e-mail] (LewEdward)
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Subject: need Kenwood R-2000 tips
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If anyone has a Kenwood R-2000 receiver and have any tricks or "soup" up
ideas please e-mail.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:15 1996
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From: Jake <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: number of hams world wide.
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ac wrote:
>
>                     UK/USA Amateur Radio Figures 1995
>                     =================================
>
>                 Population   No of Hams      Increase/ decline
> UK   1994      60,000,000    62,000
> USA 1994      250,000,000    631,600
>
> UK  1995     60,000,000     60,000                     -2,000
> USA 1995    250,000,000    672,600          +41,000
>
>                    UK   1 ham   per 1,000 population
>                    USA  3 hams  per 1,000 population
>
> Based on the USA figure we would have 180,000 hams in the UK.
>
>                  UK/USA Radio Society Membership
>                  ===============================
>
>                   1990       1995          Increase/decline
> RSGB Membership  35,000     30,000                 -5,000
> ARRL Membership 156,000    172,000        +16,000
>
> 5,000 x 30 pounds means 150,000 pounds loss of income
> in the last 5 years to the rsgb.
>
> The ITU DSI report states 'The number (of radio amateurs is growing)
> at a steady rate of 7% per annum '. This would mean we should
> have a yearly increase of around 4200 here and that is not hap
> pening instead we have a 3% fall.
>
> RSGB have lost 10,000 members in 9 years.
>
> The highest membership of RSGB was 1987 with over 37,600 members
> now it is down to 28,500 a loss of nearly 10,000 members in 9 years.
>
> The loss is about 1,000 members per year for the last 9 years
> with a loss of revenue of 300,000 pounds (10,000 X 33).
> thats 3 million pounds over 10 years.
>
> RSGB membership figures (when available) taken from the RSGB Annual
> Report
> ==========================================================================
>
> April1996 28,500
> June 1995 29,805
> June 1994 30,916
> June 1993 31,018
> June 1992 32,416
> June 1991 34,581
> June 1990 35,225
> June 1989 35,868
> June 1988 36,809
> June 1987 37,601
>
> P.S. In the RSGB Annual Report Peter Kirby G0TWW RSGB General Manager
>      states 'Membership has shown a modest increase....'
>      news to me I thought 29,805 was a decrease from 30,916!
>      When asked the RSGB always seem to say the membership has
> increased
>      its a pity the figures don't show that.
>
> City and Guilds Examination Figs 1990-1994
> ==========================================
> RAE BOTH PARTS
> ==============
> Examination        Taking Exam        Pass
> December 1990        867                480
> May      1991       2052               1275
> December 1991       1394                799
> May      1992       2034               1653
> December 1992       2455               1841
> May      1993       4015               2819
> December 1993       1661               1159
> May      1994       3712               2535
>                                       =====
>             Total passing in 4 years 12,561
>             ===============================
>
> Novice RAE
> ==========
> June      1991      185                153
> September 1991      188                151
> December  1991      256                196
> March     1992      236                191
> June      1992      369                271
> September 1992      223                183
> December  1992      278                229
> March     1993      347                288
> June      1993      330                271
> September 1993      176                144
> December  1993      262                216
> March     1994      341                273
> June      1994      240                200
> September 1994      172                132
>                                      =====
>             Total passing in 3 years 2,898
>            ===============================
>
> Between 1990-1994 a total of 15,459 people have sat both the Full
> RAE and Novice City and Guilds Exam.
>
> 1990 total number of licensed hams = 59,624
> 1994 total number of licensed hams = 63,033
>
> The rise is only 3,409 compared with over 15,000 taking both the
>                  =====                    ======
> RAE and Novice exam.
>
> The figures  show a trend and are given as a rough guide.
>
> UK Licence Figures 1978-1995
>        Class A   Class B   Novice A Novice B   Total  Change +/-
> 1978                                           23,000
> 1979                                           24,000  1,000
> 1980                                           27,000  3,000
> 1981                                           33,000  6,000
> 1982                                           34,000  1,000
> 1983                                           43,000  9,000
> 1984                                           52,000  9,000
> 1985                                           53,000  1,000
> 1986     28,750    27,341                      56,091  3,091
> 1987     29,954    27,434                      57,388  1,297
> 1988     30,947    27,223                      58,170    783
> 1989     31,577    27,176                      58,753    583
> 1990     32,288    27,336                      59,624    871
> 1991     32,954    27,930                      60,885  1,261
> 1992     33,280    27,738      46      378     61,443    558
> 1993     32,410    25,791     106      935     59,242 -2,201
> 1994     31,817    29,717     139    1,360     63,033 +3,791
> 1995     32,793    26,530     192    1,942     61,457 -1,576
>
> Highest Increase  9,000
> Lowest  Increase    558
> Largest Fall     -2,201
>
> Figures supplied by the dti Radiocommunications Agency and City and
> Guilds
>
> Computers per 1,000 people
> ==========================
> USA   265
> UK    134
> INDIA   1
>
> Number of Hams world wide
> =========================
> Country     Population      Hams     Hams Per 1,000 Population
> Japan       120M            1.4M
> USA         252M          670,000
> Germany      77M           74,000
> UK           57M           60,000
> Indonesia   194M           60,000
> Spain        39M           47,000
> Canada       26M           44,000
> Russia      300M           38,000
> Itally       57M           30,000
> Brazil      156M           26,000
> Argentina    32M           24,000
> Australia    17M           18,000
> New Zealand   4M            6,000
> Norway      4.2M            6,000
> Monaco      30,000             65
>
> There are over 3 Million hams world wide.



                AND YOUR POINT IS????????


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Mike and Kathy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Opinions on Kiwa Pocket Loop, etc?
Date: Sun, 07 Jul 1996 18:50:07 GMT
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[e-mail] (Chris Dorn) wrote:

>Hi,
>  In about three weeks I will be moving into the fourth floor of a high
>rise building, and am starting to consider the antenna options. I am
>interested in opinions on the Kiwa Pocket Loop, as this may provide one
>alternative. I also considered having the internal preamp and whip
>antenna installed on my Lowe HF225, but had concerns that it would just
>amplify existing noise in the building. I was wondering whether the Kiwa
>could null some of the possible noise. Any other advice on possible
>alternatives would also be appreciated.
>Thanks,
>Chris

I have been using mine with a DX 440. The Sangean radios seem to work
best with a direct connection to the external ant. jack. Even though
the Kiwa Pocket Loop is designed for a Hi Z input jack it seems to
work just as well on my Icom 751 coax input. I have about 1/2 mile of
electric fence that I use as a long wire (when it is not in use ; ) )
The pocket loop doesn't give out as good of a signal-hard to beat that
much capture area! but it does null out noise well enough to be
competitive with it. The Pocket Loop has the normal figure 8 receive
pattern of a loop, so it is fairly easy to null out local signals.
Even is semi directional with incoming signals, enough so that you
will want to make sure that the desired signal is not in the null
direction. The null seems fairly sharp so you won't have to worry
about a big dead area when using it to get rid of locally generated
hash.
My 2 cents worth,
Mike





From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:17 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Chris Dorn)
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Subject: Opinions on Kiwa Pocket Loop, etc?
Date: 7 Jul 1996 17:07:46 GMT
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Hi,
  In about three weeks I will be moving into the fourth floor of a high
rise building, and am starting to consider the antenna options. I am
interested in opinions on the Kiwa Pocket Loop, as this may provide one
alternative. I also considered having the internal preamp and whip
antenna installed on my Lowe HF225, but had concerns that it would just
amplify existing noise in the building. I was wondering whether the Kiwa
could null some of the possible noise. Any other advice on possible
alternatives would also be appreciated.
Thanks,
Chris



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From: Michael Neidich <[e-mail]>
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Subject: OPINIONS? Drake R-8
Date: Wed, 10 Jul 1996 07:27:04 -0700
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Is this worth the money used ones are going for?  OR are there better
values.  What models you think best?
Mike


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:19 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Wilmac291)
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Subject: Re: Papua New Guinea NBC station
Date: 10 Jul 1996 02:44:37 -0400
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If for 4890 kHz, a couple years ago, Bob Kabewa came through for me with
flying colors.  You might want to address it to his attention, as the 1996
WRTH says he's still there.

Bill McClintock
Mpls


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From: [e-mail] (R C NEWELL)
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Subject: Re: Papua New Guinea NBC station
Date: 9 Jul 1996 09:02:40 -0700
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In <4rsm8o$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Disco Kid) writes:

>I heard Papua New Guinea's  NBC shortwave and will be sending a reception
>report.  Any suggestions on how to get them to QSL and most importantly
>will they.  Also what is the address I should send it to.  Thanks

First off : Which frequency ?

For reports to NBC HQ in Boroka :

Box 1359 ATN: Francesca Maredei
Boroko Papua New Guinea

INCLUDE One American Dollar, 2 IRCS or equiv. in unused local postage.

Most of them do QSL :

My best is Radio Goroka from 1975 on 2310 Khz.

http://www.octonet.com/~coffee/
http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca/cgi-win/log.exe   SW-Log on the Web


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Wanted:  Shortwave Radio Station Pennants.
Some years back I lost my collection of pennants and would like to build up a
collection again.
Let me know what you have and are willing to sell.

Thanks,

James Olson,
Powder Springs, GA


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I think you encrypted your posting by referring to "PGP" instead of "PNG".
(<g>)



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:23 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jonathan Helis)
Subject: Re: phone pick up
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[e-mail] ([e-mail]) wrote:


>From: [e-mail] (JBerszoner)
>Subject: Re: phone pick up

>Shortwave? Other than ship-to-shore, nope. Scanner? Definitely. Either
>cordless phones (46mhz/49mhz;, 900mhz), cell phones (864-890 (?) and
>illegal to ,intercept), baby monitors (46/49mhz)....all can be routinely
>intercepted. Contrary to popular belief, thjere is no privacy when the
>transmission is sent via radio-wave (well, ok in 99% of the cases).

>Never, ever, use cordless phones or cell phones for conversations of a
>highly personal nature. They can be and are intercepted. The hard part is
>how to determine how did what to who.

Right.  I have a cordless phone, but it stays disconnected most of the
time.  It was a gift, and I did use it for a little while.  When I
moved to my new apartment, I could hear others pretty clearly on it,
which is partially why I quit using it.  Also, I think someone was
able to tap into it and make an LD call on it.  Even though it was a 1
minute call and A.T. & T. agreed to credit me for it, that fact it
could be done bothers me.

My parents have a neighbor who got his Visa bill one day and found
hundreds of dollars in charges that weren't his.  The police had other
complaints from people in the same neighborhood about the same thing.
These people all had cordless phones and the theory was someone used a
scanner to intercept the calls and get credit card numbers.

I installed a 25 foot cord on my phone, so I can take it into any room
in the house, and not have to worry as much about othes eavesdropping.


73,

Jon Helis, KB5IAV
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA

[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:24 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jim Shaffer, Jr.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: pirate radio and QRN
Date: Sat, 6 Jul 96 17:55:54
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Last night at 0420 UTC I caught "Radio Free Speech" in AM on 6955, but I
couldn't stand to listen to it for long because of a loud buzzing on the
frequency.  It almost sounded like local electrical interference, but there
were no appliances, computers, or TVs on in my house.  Did everyone else
hear noise, or is there some other local problem?

--
 *  From the disk of: | [e-mail]      | "there's a hell of
 Jim Shaffer, Jr.     | IRC: JustnCase             //  | a good universe
 37 Brook Street      | "Real AM radios go        //   | next door; let's go"
 Montgomery, PA 17752 |  from 150 to 30000"    \\//    |     (e.e. cummings)


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:25 1996
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From: Peter Morgan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: questions on uk amateur radio.
Date: Sun, 7 Jul 1996 12:34:18 +0100
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In message <[e-mail]>
        [e-mail] (ac) writes:

> Scanners
> ========
> 1. Is it legal to produce a list of who uses what frequency
>    and to comment on such transmissions and frequencies in
>    magazine articles?

Probably not.  Short Wave Magazine had a letter from the
RadioCommunications Agency, reminding it that the use of
Scanners for receiving unlicenced signals was in contravention
of the Wireless Telegraphy Act and they probably won't do it
again.

> 2. Has any action been taken against Interbooks of Perth  for
>    their publication.

Don't know.

> 3. Are you concerned about of this type of publication.

Not personally.  In any case, the UK Police forces are going to
change to newer Motorola and other manufacturer handsets
with encrypted audio so we won't hear anything sensible anyway!

> 4. Are there any plans to change the law and make listening to
>    all frequencies a right, if not why not. This already  in
>    existence in the USA.

The UK Authorities are just starting to increase the income from use
of the airwaves.  They're more likely to restrict who can use what,
depending on how much they've paid, rather than de-restrict usage!

What happens in USA doesn't automatically apply anywhere else.

> 5. Given the wide us of scanners now is the 1949 W/T Act out of
>    date, it is nearly 50 years old.

So what.  If you want it changed, you'll need to get into Parliament
and suggest amendments.  Things change every day, but not such
things as the law...  they move very slowly...   However, if you fall
for one of the Police traps  "UFOs seen landing at field west of xxxxx"
and you go there, more fool you :-)

> 6. How many people have been prosecuted for listening to the
>    Police in the last 12 months

Don't know.  You'd probably have to stand in front of a Policeman
so s/he could hear it was the Police, before you'd be caught.

> 7. How many people have been prosecuted for listening to the
>    Fire Service in the last 12 months.

Don't know.  Short of chasing to the scene, as might a photographer,
I don't think they'd be too bothered.

> 8. How many people have been prosecuted for listening to the
>    Ambulance service in the last 12 months
> 9. How many people have been prosecuted for listening to Air
>    craft in the last 12 months.

> Aeronautical Mobile operation
[snipped the mostly RA questions, since I'm reading this on
rec.radio.shortwave, and no longer hold a valid licence :-)   ]

Peter.  Ex- GW6VKM




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:26 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Truman Harris)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Radio Pyongyang
Date: 8 Jul 1996 20:04:41 GMT
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I set my AR7030 to wake me at UTC 1100.  The best part is always the
national anthem.  By 1115 (on the east coast) the station begins a long
fade on 11335khz.  Long live the great leader! or is that GREAT LEADER?
There's a neat article in Harper's about North Korea....



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:27 1996
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From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Reviews Wanted: FRG-100 and SW8
Date: 6 Jul 1996 21:30:20 GMT
Organization: Saskatoon Free-Net
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Peter Morgan ([e-mail]) wrote:
: In message <[e-mail]>
:         [e-mail] (Andy Sennitt) writes:

: > [e-mail] (pcg#1) wrote:
: > >Radio Netherlands has reviews available for both of these units.

: > You don't need to bother with a search engine.
: > Just point your browser at http://www.rnw.nl

: I'll try to post a list of the receivers they do cover.

: I've just been tempted to buy a Roberts rx, but cannot find it
: in the last three issues of Passport and it isn't on RN's site :-(

: It is the R802, and is small enough and cheap enough for me to use
: to listen to RN during my lunch break at/near the office :->  Peter
: [ pointers to: / email of:  a review,  welcomed ]
I'm not familiar with the Roberts range, but I know that most of them are
actually Sangean products.  Check the pictures in Passport and you'll
probably find a corresponding model.

tim gueguen [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:28 1996
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From: David Bolton <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: RTTY AND MORSE READER - PSION COMPUTER
Date: Sun, 07 Jul 1996 20:25:15 GMT
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-- I AM INTERESTED IN GETTING SOFTWARE WHICH COULD READ RTTY ETC. FROM
SHORTWAVE BROADCASTS.  I WOULD LIKE TO DO THIS ON A PSION
ORGANISER (THE OLD CHOCOLATE BAR SHAPED PSION).  ANY IDEAS?

DAVID




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:29 1996
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From: "Alexander D. McLeod" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Sangean ATS-818 HF SSB Receiver
Date: 7 Jul 1996 04:50:32 GMT
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To: rec.radio.shortwave

DF Crane Associates in San Diego, CA, a very reputable firm with whom I have d
one
business, currently is advertising the Sangean ATS-818 as an accessory to a
nautical weatherfax system for both PCs and Macs.  They also list a Cruiser's
Radio Guide by a Roger (last name unknown), World Wide Weatherfax Broadcast Sc
hedule,
and Mariner's Guide to Weatherfax Charts, among other utilities.  The latter
two volumes are by Alden, a well-known nautical electronics firm.  They seem q
uite
pricey for their size (World Wide is $12 for 20 pages and Mariner's is $16 for
 115
pages).  Given book prices these well may be worthwhile but I would appreciatg
e
any comments anyone may have on this whole topic.  The book prices are relativ
ely
inconsequential, the value of the radio, et al are not.
Thanks in advance,
Sandy
KD6UWP




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:30 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kenneth A. MacKay, P. Eng.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Schematic needed:  Nordmende Z746 SW Receiver
Date: Wed, 10 Jul 1996 17:26:34 GMT
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Can anyone help me out?  Someone has "customized" mine.



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (J. Chambers)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Squelch Circuit for DX-394---I Need Advice
Date: Tue, 09 Jul 1996 18:02:44 GMT
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Hello....
Could anyone help me with suggestions for enabling a DX-394 with
squelch....The unit has no squelch in the design...I do alot of
utility monitoring, and squelch is a must.....
Thanks,
Jeff



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:32 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dan Ferguson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SW radio for beginner
Date: Thu, 11 Jul 1996 00:44:52 GMT
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[e-mail] (kEN Colburn) wrote:

>Dan Ferguson ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: >go anywhere and do anything.                [e-mail]
>: >http://www.mainelink.net/~writer/poster/Poster.html

>: I haven't looked recently, but my past impression of RS offerings was
>: that they were grossly outdated.  Have they improved?

>: df
>The book /tape i just got was copywriterd 1993 so no. Good book for beginner.

The copyright date doesn't really mean anything.  Is the data
up-to-date?

df




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:33 1996
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From: [e-mail] (colin newell)
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Subject: Re: Testing IRC server for DXers/SWL only
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R C NEWELL ([e-mail]) wrote:

: espresso.ts.uvic.ca PORT 6667

: Channels #shortwave
:          #wun
:          #monitor


It has been on for 24hrs and already there have been dozens
of visits..  Thanks for checking in everyone..

Robert Colin Newell
http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca
The Coffee Expert's Web Page


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:33 1996
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From: [e-mail] (SUMM1)
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Subject: Re: Traffic reports--- NYC<>BOSTON - what sta
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WICC Bridgeport 600khz, WTIC Hartford 1080khz, and WPRO Providence not
sure of the freq, all will give you coverage on I-95 or I-84 in the
trouble spots.


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:34 1996
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From: Robert Kay <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Turkish Radio On 8445 Khz
Date: 8 Jul 1996 04:19:08 GMT
Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736)
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Message-ID: <4rq27s$8pd$[e-mail]>

Hi,

Without getting real technical all SW receivers have one (or two)
local oscillators.  Those with two
are usually called dual-conversion receivers.  Sometimes when a
strong signal is received, it can
also be heard also at a frequency which is the actual frequency plus
or minus the local oscillator
frequency.

If this is what is happening for you, the local oscillator in your
receiver is probably 1 MHZ.
These plus / minus frequencies should be filtered out by the
receiver, but not always.

This type of problem is also far more common in a single conversion
receiver than a double conversion
receiver; the second mixer usually blocks the unwanted frequencies.

It's possible the transmitter site goofed, but would I think it
would be too hard for them to
overlook the mistake.

Hope this helps

--
R. Kay


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:35 1996
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From: Milton Withers <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Turkish Radio On 8445 Khz
Date: Mon, 08 Jul 1996 09:32:22 -0500
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Robert Kay wrote:
>
> It's possible the transmitter site goofed, but would I think it
> would be too hard for them to
> overlook the mistake.
>
> R. Kay

If this is the case, then they are a least being consistent.
I heard the station in question at 0200 & 0300 UTC 8 July using
a NRD-535D receiver with a vertical antenna.


Milt


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:36 1996
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From: [e-mail](Stephen McGreevy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.amateru.misc
Subject: URL for detailed VLF Natural Radio info. improved further
Date: 8 Jul 1996 21:25:02 GMT
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Greetings,

The WWWeb URL for Natural VLF Radio in being further inproved, with
more info and links added.  I'm trying to add as much info about the
100 Hz - 11 kHz spectrum of ELF - VLF radio as possible.  Links  to
Longwave Club of America and links to geo-magnetic index reports and
other-solar-terrestrial informatin and propogation reports too;

The Natural VLF Radio info URL is:

http://www.netcom.com/~spmcgrvy/

If you're curious what a "whistler"  or what "Dawn Chrous" is, connect
to this URL for more info.

73,
Stephen McGreevy, N6NKS

(Links appreciated - I can add a link to your radio related URL too!
TNX!)


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:37 1996
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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Voice of Russia: 7240?
Date: Fri, 05 Jul 1996 16:09:30 -0400
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Richard:

I'm hearing 7250 from 2100-2200 and 7125 thereafter.

John Figliozzi




From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:38 1996
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From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WANTED (Grundig 700/Sony 2010)
Date: Sun, 07 Jul 1996 12:02:39
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I need a good second hand radio soon.



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:38 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Stephen Douglas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Web site debut - DF Systems - Electronics
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Announcing the debut of DF Systems Web Site.
We are located in Sacramento, California and we specialize in Amateur
Radio, Radio Direction Finding, Doppler DF, Surplus Electronics and
Communications Equipment.

We are located at:
http://www.dfsystems.com

Come on by and check us out!

Stephen Douglas K6HZT
DF Systems
Radio Direction Finding
Electronic Surplus
[e-mail]
http://www.dfsystems.com
P.O.Box 246925
Sacramento, CA 95824-6925



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:39 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WRNO in French
From: [e-mail] (Monte Carroll)
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Date: 7 Jul 96 13:59:12
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RF>WRNO used to have a weekly half-hour program in French (well Louisiana
RF>French it was). Is that stil in existence? And if so could anyone post a
RF>sked?

I heard a show in "Louisiana French" Thursday, July 4.  Began
listening at about 2150.  The show closed at 2200 or so and ID'd as
WRNO.  Show sounded like Cajun music with Cajun French announcer.
I forgot the exact frequency.  Something like 14520, or 15420.  Whatever
it was, it boomed into Nashville like it was a local station.

Monte


From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Bruce Tadd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: YB 400 Antenna Problems
Date: Sun, 07 Jul 1996 04:10:30 GMT
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Also be sure no battery chargers/adapters are plugged in nearby.
They will overwhelm the RF input stage with noise.  (take it
outside on battery only...you should get WWV at 15Mhz very
clearly at 9pm).  If not, you may need to take one of the other
suggestions to heart.

On Wed, 26 Jun 1996 22:26:01 -0700, Jerry Stack <[e-mail]>
wrote:

:CPMoynahan wrote:
:>
:>  Having problems with the YB 400 antenna to the point that that NOTHING is
:> now audible.  Can anyone offer a solution?

:Somewhere I read that the circuitry of some of the newer radios is very
:sensitive to static discharges. Is it possible that this occurred, wiping
:out some data on a chip? Maybe someone more knowledgeable than I will be
:able to supply a solution, if this indeed the problem.

:On the other hand, it may be something as simple as a bad or broken
:connection. My cheap-o RS portable regularly needs to have a flimsy
:connector screwed back on to the antenna and a RS scanner I once owned
:needed to have the antenna connection resoldered.

Bruce Tadd
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
http://members.gnn.com/btadd/stand.htm



From [e-mail] Thu Jul 11 17:16:42 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel P. Rakowski)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: YB400 Reception in MidWest US Any Good?
Date: 10 Jul 1996 14:41:18 GMT
Organization: General Dynamics, Land Systems Division
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Dave Neece ([e-mail]) wrote:
> I know posts concerning YB400 reception have been talked to death on this
> newsgroup, but...  I'd like to hear from anyone in the US MidWest (or
> Western US) who owns a YB400.  How good is the reception on the major
> stations (BBC,RCI, HCJB, etc.)?  What other European/S. American stations
> can you pick up?  Comments on MW reception and anything else you'd like to
> comment on are also appreciated.  I live in central Illinois.

I just received my YB400 this week, and I'm quite pleased with the
reception quality of the major broadcasters.  I live in metro Detroit and
I've tried all the ones you mentioned, and all came in with the same
quality as with my Satellit 700.  I haven't had the opportunity to try much
more than that, though.  I'd like to try R. Tirana and VO Greece
tonight.  Those are usually quite a bit weaker with the Satellit.

--
Daniel P. Rakowski
Software Configuration Management
General Dynamics Land Systems
Email:  [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:03 1996
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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 13 Jul 1996 14:56:21 GMT
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Please advise me abt GOOD software to control / memory manage the Lowe HF-150.
..

I do have the serial controller.

Thanks: D.

--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:03 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Say)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: 20 percent cuts at national broadcaster
Date: 13 Jul 1996 22:33:32 GMT
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Date: Fri, 12 Jul 1996 07:00:49 -0400 (EDT)
From: James Porteous <[e-mail]>
To: Inet News <[e-mail]>
Subject: WWW> Friends of the Australian Broadcasting Company

Item: Friends of the Australian Broadcasting Company

http://www.iaccess.com.au/customers/fabc/fabc.htm

Notes:
Details efforts of group to curtail continued cutbacks
to the Australian broadcaster. Includes: press
releases, background information, sample letters
of protest and other related links.

__________________________________________________________________




From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:05 1996
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From: Will Flor <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Aircraft HF Communication Antennas
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 1996 10:58:58 -0500
Organization: The R R Systems Group, Inc.
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Jim McVein wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (Pierfrancesco Bosco) wrote:
>
> >Hi, thanks for reading.
> >Is there anybody who could explain where the HF antennas are on an
> >aircraft? I guess they're in the wings but I'm not so sure about it.
>
> >Any information related to Air HF Communications will be appreciated.
>
> >Pierfrancesco IK2IID
>
> Hi.. Aircraft have historically used a trailing long wire antenna
> tuned by varying the length of the wire. This worked op to about 400
> mph.
>
> Later jets use an automatic antenna tuner that actually loads the RF
> signal to the external skin of the plane, thus turning the entire
> plane into an antenna.
>

This may be true for some aircraft, but not all.  Some use a vertical
antenna in the leading edge of the vertical tailplane; others use
horizontal whips extending from a wing or tailplane, pointing in either
direction.

-Will Flor, 2LT CAP
ham: KB9JTT
GROL:PG-GB-010796


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:05 1996
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From: [e-mail](Bruce W Bacon)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: ANC-4 Noise canceller (JPS)
Date: 12 Jul 1996 01:13:46 GMT
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In <4rshqs$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Klaus
Floer) writes:
>
>I'm thinking of buying the ANC-4 Antenna Noise Canceller. If anyone
out
>there owns one or knows something about this device, please share your

>experience with me.
>                                           Klaus (White Plains, NY)
>

I've had mine for about six mos. now.  It works!  We have fairly severe
power line noise here and the ANC-4 will take it out, albiet with a bit
of degradation in signal strength.  I've also tested it with my Uniden
10 Meter rig, and it works fine with transceive.  It also works very
well as an active antenna.  It takes a bit of getting used to - after
an hour or so of fiddling and you'll get the hang of it.
Highly recommended.
Bruce Bacon >KE6GLS< Brentwood, CA ([e-mail])


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Arthur Burke)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Annoying QRM on 10 MH
Date: 12 Jul 1996 18:27:57 GMT
Organization: SkyNET Corporation
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Reminds me of an acquaintance of mine years ago. On a 2-meter ragchew one
day someone asked how are you supposed to tune up if you don't have a
dummy load. One of they guys said "I look for someone going 'ohhh-la,
oh-laa' and tune up there."

Art Burke
NE4F/WPE0FOJ
Lenexa, KS



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:07 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Say)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: BayGen interiew onCBC 15 July
Date: 13 Jul 1996 22:37:14 GMT
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From: CBC Radio Communications <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.networks.cbc,alt.tv.networks.cbc
Subject: HOTSHEET for Mon July 15
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 1996 17:46:22 -0700
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Xref: news.sfu.ca alt.radio.networks.cbc:4451 alt.tv.networks.cbc:1801

HOT SHEET FOR MONDAY JULY 15, 1996

** ALL:  1 CLIP TODAY **

--RADIO--


2. GABEREAU:

This afternoon on Encore Gabeau, have you ever been stuck
with a walkman or a portable radio that suddenly stops
playing because the batteries have run down.  Well if Trevor
Baylis has his way, that may never happen again.  He's
invented a radio that winds-up, and it is currently in
producion in South Africa. His interview with Vicki is just
one of the highlights of this afternoon's Encore Gabereau,
on right after Time Zones with David Grierson.  It all
starts at 2:05 (2:35 NT) on CBC Radio.


3. AS IT HAPPENS:

Tonight on As It Happens... if you want to end child labour
in south Asia -- or anywhere else -- is there an alternative
to a consumer boycott?  An importer in Montreal believes so.
He continues to do business with factories that employ
children, and says his patronage helps him influence the
policies of his suppliers.  That story tonight on As it
Happens, with Jim Nunn and Lorna Jackson at 6:30 (7:00 NT)
on CBC Radio.

4. CONNECTIONS:

Tonight on Connections, a series of programs from
the top public broadcasters around the world, a portrait of
a legend. From Soundprint in the United States:  some of
France's greatest musicians and composers recall their
nights with "The Little Sparrow" - Edith Piaf.  She rose
every day at dusk and sang, rehearsed, performed, ate and
drank until dawn, then slept all day.  Nearly every song
Piaf sang was a memento of her life on the streets of Paris
where she began to create and unravel again as the sun went
down.  That's tonight on Connections, following As It
Happens, on CBC Radio.



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:08 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Andy Sennitt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: BayGen radio
Date: 14 Jul 1996 09:35:36 GMT
Organization: EuroNet Internet
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[e-mail] wrote:

>It doesn't
>have the fit and finish of a Japanese SW radio, but it is built like a
>truck. The unit is well designed. Compared to my Sony SW-77, well, it's
>really a toy or novelty item - but it's very loud. Volume is loud enough
>to fill the whole house.

That's the result of "market research" in Africa amongst the potential
users. What they did (and this was shown on TV) was take a prototype
into one of the townships in South Africa, demonstrate the radio to
passers-by, and ask them what improvements they thought could be made.
The overwhelming majority wanted the radio to be physically larger and
said it wasn't loud enough (similar psychology to the boom-box craze)
and also it should be rugged enough to withstand the rough treatment
such a set will inevitably get, given that it will be shared by a lot
of people. I bet this "market research" is as good, if not better,
than what a professional research company would have produced for a
lot of dollars :-)


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:09 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: BBC Americas schedule?
Date: Wed, 10 Jul 1996 16:38:07 GMT
Organization: Earthlink Network, Inc.
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[e-mail] (Clarc24) wrote:

>Can anyone tell me what site  has BBC Worldwide N Americas program
>schedules? THANKS!

        http://www.net-link.net/~dalev/swl.htm

This is a very cool site.  Will link you to the Beeb and more.
Thanks, Dale.
dr



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:10 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ruth Lewart)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: BBC Retransmission in Minneapolis
Date: 11 Jul 1996 15:06:30 GMT
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On a recent visit to Minneapolis I noticed that Minnesota Public Radio FM
91.1 retransmits BBC from 4.00 till 10.00 GMT

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From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:11 1996
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From: [e-mail] (BOBSUE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: BECKER 2340
Date: 12 Jul 1996 05:04:37 -0400
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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Good day....

Does anyone have this radio.....I'm getting ready to purchase this unit
and I'd like to find out how it does.

Thanks

&

73's

de

Bob


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:12 1996
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From: BRETSKI <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: BERTHA HF TRAFFIC HEARD WELL
Date: Wed, 10 Jul 1996 13:20:54 -0500
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from 2300-0200 UTC last night there was fairly clear UN NET traffic
re the hurricane on 14.268 MHz SSB.



BRET A. PENNINGTON /  COMPUTER TECHNICIAN   /EARTH AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES
CIVL 4252 317-494-0678 / PURDUE UNIVERSITY  / WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA 47907
[e-mail]                   /     speaking only for myself.
/\/\/\/\/\/ __... /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ N9ZFF /\/\/\/\/\/ ...__ /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:13 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Len Winkler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.info
Subject: Bill Pasternak, Newsline on Radio Show
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Date: Thu, 11 Jul 1996 14:28:12 GMT
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Xref: news2.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:105192 rec.radio.shortwave:77187 rec.radio.info:11581

Bill Pasternak,WA6ITF, publisher of Amateur Radio Newsline, will be
the special guest this sunday, 7/14/96, on the Ham Radio & More radio
show. Tune in and call in to ask Bill questions on late breaking
amateur radio news stories, such as how hams are involved in Hurricane
Bertha, the "LEO" attack on 2m/440, the repeater co-ordination SPOC,
ham radio business sales up or down, morse code requirement will stay
or go, and more. The toll free number is 1-800-293-5366, fax at
602-241-1540. All the info to listen to the show is below.
Len Winkler, KB7LPW                        [e-mail]
P.O. Box 9219                                         [e-mail]
Phoenix, AZ. 85068-9219

Ham Radio & More Show (host); info at:
http://www.barc.org/barc/ham-more.html  (Home Page) (Thanks BARC)
http://www.tapr.org/hrm  (RealAudio site to hear past shows) (Thanks TAPR)

The Ham Radio & More Show airs LIVE each Sunday at 6:00pm ET,
(2200utc), on many local commercial stations throughout the country.
ALSO: LIVE on WWCR Shortwave, 7.435mhz and 12.160mhz, 100,000 watts.(Thanks WW
CR)
ALSO: LIVE on RealAudio at: http://ww2.audionet.com/pub/kbnp/kbnp.htm (Thanks
KBNP)

Also available tape delayed via WWCR Shortwave on Mondays, at 0900utc on 7.435
mhz; Saturdays, at 1600utc on 12.160mhz; and on Sundays, at 0400utc on 5.065mh
z.

Support "WOG", the Written Only General!



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:15 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Magnus Nilsson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Contact with dx/er in Wheeling, WV, US wanted.
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 96 13:48:08 GMT
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A friend of mine would liek to get contact with a dx/er in the area around
Wheeling, WV, US. His mail address is [e-mail].
I would not be surprosed if it is a medium wave station causing him some
problems with the QSLing....


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:15 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dave Kammler - KD6RDH)
Subject: Don Stidwell
X-Nntp-Posting-Host: annex026
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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Organization: RidgeNet - SLIP/PPP Internet, Ridgecrest, CA. [phone]
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 00:26:24 GMT
Lines: 9

Test message. How copy?

--
Dave Kammler - KD6RDH [e-mail]
07/14/96 17:27
---------
Using: OUI TE 1.5 from http://www.dvorak.com




From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (JTWard99)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: DX-394 squelch
Date: 12 Jul 1996 19:06:13 -0400
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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There's a company called WorldCom Technology in Fort Pierce, Fl, will
install a squelch circuit in most any SW radio. They also upgrade filters,
add antenna pre-amps and do other performance mods. Call them at
407-466-4640.


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:17 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: DX_390 Help
Date: 11 Jul 1996 17:29:06 GMT
Organization: The National Capital FreeNet
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mike bentley ([e-mail]) writes:
> Does anyone know where you can buy the input transistor for the
> dx-390 rcvr? I would like to buy several of them. Also is there a
> mod out there to keep this transistor from popping? Thanks
>

It's been my experience that Radio Shack has the parts, or can get the
parts, for what they sell.  The Shack would be a good place to start.

To protect the receiver, shunt the whip antenna to ground with the
following three circuits IN PARALLEL:

         1) a 10-kOhm resistor

         2) two 1N4001 diodes IN SERIES with their cathodes toward the
            antenna.

         3) two 1N4001 diodes IN SERIES with their cathodes toward the
            receiver's ground.

--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:18 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Wilmac291)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: EuroPirate in US Sat. eve?
Date: 15 Jul 1996 02:54:18 -0400
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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Did anyone get the proper name and QSL address for the EuroPirate
(relayed, no doubt)
that was on early evening Saturday? (6955 USB, 13 July UT, 2307-2345off).
I thought I heard an ID something like "EROW."  I could ID plenty of the
songs, but the speaking was tough...

Thanks very much,
Bill McClintock
Mpls


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:19 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dick Hughes)
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Subject: Re: famous hams world wide.
Date: Wed, 10 Jul 1996 02:25:48 GMT
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On Tue, 9 Jul 1996 18:43:21 -0600, Patrick Cook
<[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hi everyone:
>
>It's pretty strange former CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite NEVER made the
>list.  He has to be the OLDEST one of them all.  How can we put together
>such a list without his name on it (even though his call is somewhat
>new)???
>
>Patrick Cook,
>[e-mail]
>

Better read the list again, Patrick.

Dick Hughes


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:20 1996
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Subject: Has anyone got a skedule for BBC's Hindi or Nepali Sce heard in US?
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From: [e-mail] (Bishwa Shrestha)
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 96 06:24:51 GMT
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Just wondering if ne1 out there got a freq and time for BBC's South Asia
transmission.  I used to listen around 9:00 MDT a year ago in 31 meters.
Thanks.

Bishwa

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From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:21 1996
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From: "John L. Berenyi" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Is Art Bell on Shortwave ?????
Date: Thu, 11 Jul 1996 11:43:51 -0500
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Please let me know .  I love his Dreamland and Coast to Coast show.  AM
BCB is tough to get him here in Dallas, Texas. AM 1200 is about the only
one in San Antonio.

John


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:22 1996
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From: T E I X E I R A <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Is Art Bell on Shortwave ?????
Date: 13 Jul 1996 05:23:24 GMT
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>he talks about being on Satellite and he's a ham sometimes after the show
>but i dont have any freqs. Ask on alt.fan.art-bell if nobody answers here.
>--
>
I sent Art Bell an e-mail and he said he operates on 80 meters.......80 meters
 is the cw part of the band.  (75 meters Phone). His call is W6OBB.



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:23 1996
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From: [e-mail] (kEN Colburn)
Subject: Re: Is Art Bell on Shortwave ?????
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T E I X E I R A ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >he talks about being on Satellite and he's a ham sometimes after the show
: >but i dont have any freqs. Ask on alt.fan.art-bell if nobody answers here.
: >--
: >
: I sent Art Bell an e-mail and he said he operates on 80 meters.......80 mete
rs is the cw part of the band.  (75 meters Phone). His call is W6OBB.

But is he on SW? i enjoy the show all the time. First heard of him on the
Madman Markham show. He also has a IRC channel when the show is on, guys
talk about it. Hvaent been there tho.
--

.sigmund: "I think,ez, you're using the Net to replace the puppy you
lost as a child." "What banana?" "What?" "Huh?"  [e-mail]
http://www.mainelink.net/~writer/poster/Poster.html



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:24 1996
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From: Steve <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Kiwa Pocket Loop vs. Select-a-tenna
Date: Sat, 13 Jul 1996 11:54:14 -0500
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Does anyone have any comments about how the Kiwa pocket loop performs
compared to the select a tenna on AM? I have heard that it is definately
superior on broadcasts above 1000 khz but havent heard anything about
below that range..Any general comments would about the kiwa pocket loop
would also be appreciated..

Thanks
Steve

--
Check out WeatherLinks USA!!
Get your local forecast and current conditions online..
http://www.ngwwmall.com/frontier/vortex


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:24 1996
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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Lowe HF-150
Date: 13 Jul 1996 19:18:53 GMT
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"Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Please advise me abt GOOD software to control / memory manage the Lowe HF-150
...
>
>I do have the serial controller.
>
>Thanks: D.
>
>--
>
>Denes S. Varady,  N3NV
>
>

--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:25 1996
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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Lowe HF-150 Accessories
Date: 14 Jul 1996 00:00:27 GMT
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The serial-controller is available [Gilfer, EEB, Univ. Radio..]

I -myself - am looking for good SOFTWARE... to tabulate freq's, load them into
 RX /
Mem etc..

--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:26 1996
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From: [e-mail] (TVitti)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: LW-what? how? why?
Date: 14 Jul 1996 22:47:39 -0400
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I'm a newcomer to SWL, and on my radio (Grundig YB-400) I can recieve LW.
What is it and what can I hear on it? I live in the NY area. Any freqs or
other info would be great!
TIA
Tom
ps- I don't have an exterior antenna yet


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:27 1996
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From: [e-mail] (NAVINFOSYS)
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Subject: mfj regenerative shortwave receiver
Date: 14 Jul 1996 04:06:13 -0400
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oive got an MFJ regenerative receiver, if anyone out there has one, could
you please give me some hints as to how i could make it work more
efficiently amd get the most out of it? thanks in advance.


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Len Winkler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.info
Subject: Paul Schleck on Radio Show
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Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 15:04:29 GMT
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Paul Schleck, KD3FU, will be the special guest this sunday, 7/21/96,
on the Ham Radio & More SHow. Paul is well known on the the Internet
for his Ham Radio FAQ postings, Elmer Resource lists, and so much
more.Therefore, if you have questions regarding the Internet and Ham
Radio, this sunday's show is for you. As always, you can call our toll
free listener call-in line and ask Paul questions directly. All the
info on the show is listed below, so tune in and enjoy.
73



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ross Archer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Questions for an article I'm writing.
Date: Sat, 06 Jul 1996 08:57:31 GMT
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[e-mail] (Everyknee) wrote:

>For a newsletter I edit, I'm writing a short article for non-SWLs who may
>be interested in the hobby.


>I also plan on saying that the "Passport" book is a must.  Do you agree?'
Absolutely.  For me, WRTH is just as essential.
My $0.02 worth is that Passport is more conversational and gentle in
its introduction of the hobby and has excellent charts and tables, but

is relatively shallow in the "whys and wherefores".  WRTH has good
charts and tables (and has more detail) and is much deeper  in its
excellent explanations of theory in the hobby. (For 1996 a great
article on active antennas and solar propagation, an older one with
experiments with diversity reception which has no equal in Passport,
IMHO.)  They complement each other perfectly -- I'd recommend getting
both unless it busts their budget.

>Anything else you would say?

Don't forget to throw out a few ideas for antennas.
A lot of people will find the built-in whips to be inadequate
for hearing much, but have property restrictions and can't put up a
big commercial outdoor antenna like the Easedropper or Alpha-Delta
SWL.

From posts  here, you should try hooking up to anything large
that's metal (and not connected to the AC electrical system!)  if you
can't put up an outdoor antenna since really weird antennas seem to
work for people.  (Be sure to at least disconnect and
ground the antenna during every storm.)

My penny's worth.

>Craig in Fresno
Good luck!

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:30 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Bruce Tadd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Questions for an article I'm writing.
Date: Sat, 13 Jul 1996 21:43:05 GMT
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Agreed on the "floor" of $150...got my YB400 last year on sale
for $139.   That would be my "technology" floor, tho.

On 1 Jul 1996 23:27:33 GMT, [e-mail] wrote:

:I recommend "Monitoring Times" as the one magazine that is a must, it has an
:excellent SWL section. I think $150 is the sweet spot for SW radios. For $150
 or
:less you can purchase a YB 305 or Sony SW 30. Both are very good radios, I wo
uld
:recommend the Sony on the basis of its double conversion and sensitivity and
:selectivty.  The Passport book is a must if you really want to get the most
:knowledge about SW radios and listening that you can.

:Dan Schopp

Bruce Tadd
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
http://members.gnn.com/btadd/stand.htm



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Gene Fornario)
Subject: Re: R. Australia on 17763 (!)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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In article <4s6tj7$[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>Tonight they're back on 17795 where they belong. Their frequency
>synthesizer must have slipped a cog last night.

I thought the transmitter went out all together.  I went to 15365, which
stayed on until 0800 UTC.

Gene--


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:32 1996
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From: [e-mail](Robert Searfoss )
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Subject: radio source needed
Date: 12 Jul 1996 10:52:32 GMT
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Lost my catalog from a place near Washington D.C. EBS EDS EES something
like that.  Would appreciate the correct reference and phone number.
Thanx...


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:33 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Rickets)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: radio source needed
Date: Sat, 13 Jul 1996 03:48:35 GMT
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[e-mail](Robert Searfoss ) wrote:

>Lost my catalog from a place near Washington D.C. EBS EDS EES something
>like that.  Would appreciate the correct reference and phone number.
>Thanx...
EEB
[e-mail]

or, these people are nice

http://www.universal-radio.com/

or

http://www.grove.net

dr



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:33 1996
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Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 14:11:05 -0500
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Sender: "Short Wave Listener's List" <SWL$[e-mail]>
From: Michael Connelly <[e-mail]>
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Lines: 4

I have a query, and hope someone on the list might be able to help.  I have a
YB  400, and am trying to get anything from either Ireland (RTE) or
Paraguay, especially in the native Paraguayan language, Guarani - does
anyone know how I, in Washington DC, can here news, info., etc from
both, or either of those places   Thanks in advance  Michael Connelly


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:34 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Truman Harris)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: RFPI jamming?
Date: 13 Jul 1996 01:05:17 GMT
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Lately on 7385kz there's a new "whoosh" sound at regular intervals around
0200 - 0500 UTC;  a radar signal?  Doesn't obliterate RFPI completely,
but annoying on the US east coast.   A pirate jammer?



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:35 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Marie A. Lamb)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Time for Jazz (well..somewhat less time)
Date: 13 Jul 1996 04:38:20 GMT
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Since the death of Willis Conover, host of "Music USA Jazz" on the Voice of
America, there have been some questions on this newsgroup as to whether VOA
would hire someone to take his place, or if the program will continue at all.
Also, some people have been asking me about it in my capacity as host of
"DXing with Cumbre."  Shortly after Willis' death, it was mentioned on VOA's
"Communications World" by David Bodington, Willis' studio engineer and
general right-hand person from 1994 to 1996, that Willis had requested that
the programs be re-run, since there are something like 15,000 tapes, enough
to keep going without a repeat for some years.  Since Willis' death, Music
USA Jazz has been running on its usual schedule of six times a week on the
Middle East/Europe/North Africa beam (also audible in much of North America)
and once a week to Asia and the Pacific.  However, Mr. Bodington mentioned
that there was a possibility of a schedule change in the 2000 hour, so that
Music USA Jazz would remain on the air, but would only be on once a week.

Yesterday (Thursday, 11 June), I got a very nice letter and some beautiful
photos of Willis at various stages in his VOA career from Mr. Bodington.
For those of you who haven't heard the news already, the possibility that
Mr. Bodington mentioned on CommWorld will soon come to pass.  After the 21st
of July, Music USA Jazz will be on the Middle East/Europe/North Africa beam
just once a week, on Saturdays at 2010 UTC.  I assume that the frequencies
will still be 9760 via Morocco, 9770 via Kavala, and the feeder frequency
of 10454 LSB (good for those with sideband and sync detection on their
radios) via Greenville.  Sunday will presumably still have The Concert Hall
(classical music) at that hour.  Weekdays, there will be news at 2000,
followed by music programs such as country, rock, hip-hop, and a Top Ten
program.  I didn't yet have the programs and dates available for the other
shows, but I imagine they'll be available from the VOA's website and Gopher
site after the 21st.

As for the 1410 Saturday airing to Asia and the Pacific, I believe that will
go on as usual, on the usual frequencies of 1143 MW via Philippines, 6160
PHL, 7125 via Colombo, 7215 via Thailand, 9645 COL, 9760 PHL, 15160 PHL,
15395 COL, and 15425 PHL.

I hope this answers some of the questions people have had.  Personally, I am
glad that Music USA Jazz will still be with us, even if it's not on as often
as it used to be from 1955 to this year.  I'm glad that we jazz fans will
still have a weekly chance to get a "Conoverdose!" :-)

73--
Marie Lamb
Host and Producer, DXing with Cumbre
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:37 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Rickets)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: tools for the receiver R-390a/urr
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 1996 05:09:02 GMT
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Lucio Teatini <[e-mail]> wrote:

>somoene can tell me where i can found the tools (screwdriver and
>fluted socket wrench) located on the rear panel of R-390 ? Many thanks.
It took me awhile to find this;  the exact driver you need,
the "bristo" (as the Collins manual calls it) is a Bristol driver by
Xcelite.  You need a 99 series handle and a 99-66 bit.  Total cost
about US $15.00.  The screwdriver is a standard high-quality Phillips.
You can get the manual for $15 from Fair Radio in Lima, Ohio.    If
you need more help, feel free to e-mail me.  I was heavily involved
with a couple of R-390As until I got tired of luggin' em around.  They
are excellent performers.  Don't grease the gears!
dr



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:37 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Matt Whayman)
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Subject: TSW Techno Australia 4795khz
Date: Sun, 14 Jul 1996 01:38:35 GMT
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Attention Anyone:

Please note a station calling themselves TSW Techno Shortwave - Radio
TechnoNet has bee on air for the past two weeks just about every
night.  They transmit 09:30 utc till around 12:30 utc on 4795, 9400,
11400.  They also are glad to receive mail, reception reports, etc.

Their add: is via POBOX 797, Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia, 7006.

I have sent and received confirmation of my reception report.

They appear to be from the east coast of Australia - somewhere?

Tune in sometime!



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:38 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dan Ferguson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Turkish Radio On 8445 Khz
Date: Sat, 13 Jul 1996 03:03:58 GMT
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Robert Kay <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hi,

>Without getting real technical all SW receivers have one (or two)
>local oscillators.  Those with two
>are usually called dual-conversion receivers.  Sometimes when a
>strong signal is received, it can
>also be heard also at a frequency which is the actual frequency plus
>or minus the local oscillator
>frequency.

>If this is what is happening for you, the local oscillator in your
>receiver is probably 1 MHZ.
>These plus / minus frequencies should be filtered out by the
>receiver, but not always.

>This type of problem is also far more common in a single conversion
>receiver than a double conversion
>receiver; the second mixer usually blocks the unwanted frequencies.

>It's possible the transmitter site goofed, but would I think it
>would be too hard for them to overlook the mistake.

Not as hard as one might think.  Frequency punch-up errors on some
transmitters are about as easy as dialing the wrong telephone number.
And if the site is automated an error can be repeated for some time
until someone discovers it.

Dan





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From: [e-mail] (Andy Sennitt)
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Subject: Re: Turkish Radio On 8445 Khz
Date: 14 Jul 1996 09:35:37 GMT
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[e-mail] (Dan Ferguson) wrote:

>Not as hard as one might think.  Frequency punch-up errors on some
>transmitters are about as easy as dialing the wrong telephone number.
>And if the site is automated an error can be repeated for some time
>until someone discovers it.

I've probably told this story before, but the audience has changed :-)
When I was at BBC Monitoring, I noticed on the first day of a new
broadcast period that Radio Sweden had disappeared from its usual
frequency of 9630kHz at 1100 UTC. Scanning the dial to locate the
"new" frequency, I found them on 9603kHz. I made a note of it and
thought no more about it, assuming that someone would notice the fault
and correct it. The following day, Radio Sweden was *still* on 9603,
so I called our spectrum monitoring engineers at Crowsley Park, and
they immediately contacted the Swedes. Within half an hour of my
making the call, the transmitter was back on 9630, Shortly after that,
I received a call back from the engineers saying that the Swedes were
very grateful as they didn't realise this was happening :-)


From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jeremy Lansman)
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        I think the best legal test would be to get a real translator license.
It is not that difficult.  Build a legal translator.  Propose to
translate a real station & get permission in writing to do so.  Use
type approved equipment.  It might cost a couple of thousand bucks.
Get one of those nice Crown rigs with a built in stereo generator and
audio processing..  Modulation is monitored on the front panel.  Your
modulation will be legal.

        It is important to tell no one what you plan to do.  First you get the
Construction Permit from the FCC.  Then build the station. Get it one
the air.  Thereafter you file your application for a license.  This is
the normal procedure.  After a few months you get a license in the
mail.  Meanwhil, maybe you are translating a station you think stinks.
So what?

        If you have the guts, and legal help, plug in an audio mixer and start
local programming.  Call the FCC and ask the FCC to issue a citation.
You can be the first to take FM radio "microbroadcasting" to court as
a pure First Amendment case.  Since you woulld have an FCC license,
you cannot be violating a technical standard.  It can ony be a program
content standard.

        You would probably win before this Supreme Court.

Jeremy Lansman
It is only my opinion.
.....
>[e-mail] (Rob M) wrote:


>Well I think you've just crystalized the essence of where
>the micropower movement should be going.  Those Christian
>stations are really translators. They operate under a very
>screwy rule which allows "non-commercial" stations to
>install translators almost anywhere. Since these stations
>are fed by satelite they are  barely even translators. But
>the interesting thing is that they are technically licensed
>under a different set of rules. They do not work on
>spacings, etc they are "fit in" based on dB ratios for
>co-channel, first adjacent, second adjacent, etc. Many of
>them are less than 10 watts.  Their equipment is type
>approved, but other than that there is no technical reason
>why micropower transmitters could not be fit in on the same
>basis.  So I submit that if a microbroadcaster is using the
>properly approved equipment and "self assgns" himself a
>frequency which "fits in" like the "translator" does, then
>the FCC would have a lot less to stand on if they were to
>prosecute.  And eventually there would be a micopower
>service.

>Rob





From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:42 1996
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From: BRETSKI <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Who is this on 14.275?
Date: Thu, 11 Jul 1996 08:46:39 -0500
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I was hurricane surfing the HF bands last night and came accross
a talk show of HAMS on 14.275 MHz. They had some call-ins
and a NEWSLINE type format. Who are they and are they regular?


BRET A. PENNINGTON /  COMPUTER TECHNICIAN   /EARTH AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES
CIVL 4252 317-494-0678 / PURDUE UNIVERSITY  / WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA 47907
[e-mail]                   /     speaking only for myself.
/\/\/\/\/\/ __... /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ N9ZFF /\/\/\/\/\/ ...__ /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:43 1996
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From: "K. L. Smith" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: wireless world editorial-future of ham radio
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Yeah,  all a lot of the same old harping about 'status'.  I think Ogden
feels that Amateur Radio does exist for 'boosting the [cheap] input'  to
the professional technician level national input.  I think you might
agree RSGB radiates the same 'justification' for the hobby.

Surely it's because unlike most hobbies an exam.  has to be passed - and
therefore a rich harvest of 'I did better than you',  or I've passed so
there! infantilism can set in double quick.

Mind you,  I use Amateur Radio and Electronics to 'initiate' youth into
what I still think is a very worth-while activity.  Some certainly do go
onto degrees and things - but status,  showing off and tryiong to meet
the frenetic levels Frank Ogden writes about is OUT.  It's a pain to put
up with professional jealousy etc.  :-(    - don't want it in a past-time
too,  just fun and good friends.....

:-)

73 es good natured friendship    Ken,  G3JIX



From [e-mail] Mon Jul 15 17:09:44 1996
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From: Dale Carlson <[e-mail]>
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albert corker wrote: (major edits from me)
> Amateur radio desperately needs a new
> reason for its continued existence.
How about this- It's fun and interesting. Good enough?
73,
Dale KJ7SL


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From: [e-mail] (Peter Bell)
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In article <4s85nb$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Owen Evans) write
s:

>BY KEEPING THE HURDLES HIGH WE CAN KEEP OUT THE CB MENTALITY AND DELIVER AN
>UNDERSTANDING OF PHYSICS

Let me just take a *wild* guess here:  Morse is case-insensitive, right?

-Peter
"hadn't heard about the new Ham-to-News posting gateway for Usenet..."
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:05 1996
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From: "Anthony R. Gold" <[e-mail]>
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In article <[e-mail]>
           [e-mail] "Walt Davidson" writes:

> Extract from Radiocommunications Agency Pamphlet RA 169:
>
> "Anyone planning to listen to radio transmissions should be aware of the
> following:  No Licence is required to use a radio receiver, provided it
> is not capable of transmitting.  However, it must only be used for
> receiving the transmissions meant for general reception, such as
> authorised sound broadcasts, messages sent by radio amateurs and
> Citizens' Band Radio ....."

It is refreshing to see the exact language of the regulation in place
of paraphrases and interpretations.

Some while back there was a discussion on whether reception of GPS
was authorised, and then this discussion degenerated into whether GPS
might be allowed as perhaps a standard frequency transmission.  Now
Walt's quote make clear that this standard frequency reference was
simply a part of a list of examples of transmissions meant for
general reception, and was never a part of any exclusive list.  So
clearly GPS is allowed simply because it is intended for
general reception.  Since it is not a sound broadcast, it does not
even need to be authorised.  Pirate GPS next?

Yup, I'm still harping (i.e. not ashamed to find the rules
interesting) and happy.

Regards,
--
   Tony - G3SKR / AA2PM                  email: [e-mail]
                                                [e-mail]
                                        packet: g3skr@n0ary.#nocal.ca.usa.na


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:06 1996
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From: "D.G." <"<dgore"@ix.netcom.com>>
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Subject: Grun 700 schematics
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Anybody know where I can get schematics for the Grundig 700 ?
I loose audio, and an antenna wiggle or increasing the volume
will restore it. Bad antenna connection or audio chain I would
guess. I think the RF stage is fine, because the problem is present
in FM and AM. I assume the rf stages are seperate. I don't know because
I DON"T HAVE A SCHEMATIC.

Thanks


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:08 1996
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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Lowe HF-150 Accessories
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Walt Novinger <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Denes S. Varady wrote:

>> I -myself - am looking for good SOFTWARE... to tabulate freq's, load them i
nto RX /
>> Mem etc..

> Check out the Win-150 program from Universal Radio. It does everything
>you're asking and more. Requires Windows 3.1 or later.


Walt:

Thanks for your response..

I have ordered the software from Univ. Radio.. received it two days ago..

The HF-150.EXE is dated 12/05/92. Do you have an update?? / more current versi
on?

[I uderstand from the "credit" page that you wrote this software].

I have the following problems:

1/
   The "Delay", "Recall Mode" and to a degree the fontsize[!] AND the COM-port
#
   can not be fully saved..

   I use COM1 for the controller. It WILL come up in this mode, but with a

   "checkmark" at COM2.. If I re-save settings [without an extra re-correction
] I
   loose the COM1 setting.

   Most of the font settings will be saved.. however, for the "Freq" display I

   prefer the Arial size 22.. Looks fine on the screeen..
   It will be saved, but on the next launch it will be size 20 max!!

2/
   The POSITIONs of the windows can not be saved, and their size is NOT adjust
able,
   either..

3/ It is hard to work with the non-wrap-around channel #'s..


   Thanks for your help, best regards.

   Hoping to hear from you soon:  Denes
--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:09 1996
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From: "Gary L. Sanders" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Ya Gotta Love em'
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 23:19:06 -0700
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To: R C NEWELL <[e-mail]>

I agree, but not all of their stuff works well, but you can always return
it. If you have a good background in electronics and experience, you can
do pretty well there by checking out the spec's and schematics and just
trying the products for a while. You have to know what you need, that's
for sure. I use Radio Shack a lot, great for the gadget guy.
--
Gary L. Sanders, V.P. Engineering
Sanders Media Adventures, Inc.
Video Design Consulting
C-MAC/SMA Active, Hybrid Video Filters
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/gls_sma
phone/fax [phone]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:10 1996
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From: "Gary L. Sanders" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Opinions on Radio Shack
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 14:24:26 -0700
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To: Jeff Segawa <[e-mail]>

That is a major problem for me. I will usually not buy a box that has
been opened and resealed for this reason. Always insist on an unopened
box, or have them call another store, if you have several in your area.
They do restock bad merchandise, in my experience.

Jeff Segawa wrote:
>
> >So, go to your local Radio Shack; laugh at the junk; marvel at the
> cheapness of
> >the garbage.  Look seriously at the good stuff, and buy what you need
> that's
> >good.
>
> I sometimes wonder about what would happen in the even that the Tandy
> Corporation were to vanish tomorrow: Would groups of folks moan about
> the demise of the only ubiquitous source of resistors, small speakers
> and radios? Maybe!
>
> My main complaint about them has to do with that very same wonderful
> return policy: It's been my experience that a good number of shopworn,
> obviously used and sometimes broken items find their way back onto the
> shelves: This is particularly true if you're hunting for an R/C car
> after the Christmas returns season or grabbing a closeout after the
> usual pyramid of new boxes has been decimated. Clearly, there is a
> strategy to be learned when shopping at this store. Oh yeah, the old
> ArcherKits are missed-loved those things which came in their own
> clear-and-red breadboard case.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------
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>     ---------------------------------------------------------------
> >So, go to your local Radio Shack; laugh at the junk; marvel at the
> cheapness of
> >the garbage. Look seriously at the good stuff, and buy what you need
> that's
> >good.
>
> I sometimes wonder about what would happen in the even that the Tandy
> Corporation were to vanish tomorrow: Would groups of folks moan about
> the demise of the only ubiquitous source of resistors, small speakers
> and radios? Maybe!
>
> My main complaint about them has to do with that very same wonderful
> return policy: It's been my experience that a good number of shopworn,
> obviously used and sometimes broken items find their way back onto the
> shelves: This is particularly true if you're hunting for an R/C car
> after the Christmas returns season or grabbing a closeout after the
> usual pyramid of new boxes has been decimated. Clearly, there is a
> strategy to be learned when shopping at this store. Oh yeah, the old
> ArcherKits are missed-loved those things which came in their own
> clear-and-red breadboard case.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------
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--
Gary L. Sanders, V.P. Engineering
Sanders Media Adventures, Inc.
Video Design Consulting
C-MAC/SMA Active, Hybrid Video Filters
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/gls_sma
phone/fax [phone]


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From: "Richard E. Hankison" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 1996 16:19:22 -0700
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Steve Whitt wrote:
>
> In article <[e-mail]> Richard E. Hankison, [e-mail]
> writes:
> > but if people in the UK
> >are walking around with wrist watches controlled by atomic clocks, they
> >are well ahead of us people in the states - or at least those that I
> >know.  I know of noone with such a watch, and I am one of the only people
> >I know who has a clock that is driven by WWV.
>
> In the UK radio controlled clocks are not just for the techo-freak or
> specialist user. Models are regularly advertised in general consumer
> catalogues (e.g the sort that get stuffed into the Sunday newspapers).
> Prices are around 25-35 uk pounds. A few years ago clocks appeared
> (mainly in more specialist sources) at 50-70 pounds. They've now firmly
> migrated into the normal consumer market.
>
> Steve


Very interesting, Steve.  Especially the cost.  Ironically, I just
received a mail order specialty catalog in the mail the day after my
posting.  Featured on the cover was a limited edition atomic clock-driven
watch.  It was priced at just under $1,000 U.S.  I am no expert at the
exchange rate, but I don't think that equates to even 100 UK pounds.

If you can provide me with information regarding the European models or
information on where I can get information, it would be appreciated.

Rich


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:12 1996
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From: AC6V <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: AMATEUR PREFIX LIST WANTED
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 07:41:01 -0700
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Pasquale Canu wrote:
>
> HI all
> i need verry hard a up to date prefix list
> is there someone that can help me ??
>
> please mail it to [e-mail]
>
> many tnx in advance

Pasquale, there is an excellent DXCC country list and Prefix List at
URL:

http://cpcug.org:80/user/wfeidt/Dxcc/index.html

Gives Lat/Long and CQ/ITU zones also.

It is part of:

Welcome to the NG3K Amateur Radio Contest/DX Page
at URL:

http://cpcug.org:80/user/wfeidt/index.html

73 from San Diego

Rod
--
Hark for I have hurled my words to the far reaches of the earth!
What King of old could do thus??
..... AC6V


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:14 1996
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From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
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Brian Boulden ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Can someone please tell me what exactly PLAY - DX is ? I keep hearing
: about it, but find nothing on it.

: 73's
: Brian

: --
: Brian Boulden at [e-mail] -  Fairfield, California
: Member: North American Shortwave Association

: [e-mail]     -   [e-mail]
: http://www.community.net/~boulden
: rec.radio.shortwave
Play-DX is an Italian based club specialising in tough dx.  Their
bulletin is published in both English and Italian.  Their address is
Play-DX c/o Dario Montferini, Via Davanzati 8, I-20158 Milano, Italy

tim gueguen [e-mail]





From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:15 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Adrian Sainsbury)
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Subject: RNZI Sports Schedule/July20
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Updated:  Monday 15 July 1996


                  RADIO NEW ZEALAND INTERNATIONAL
                           SPORTS COVERAGE

JULY    UTC     kHz                                         VENUE

20     0230    15115       ALL BLACKS v SOUTH AFRICA        Chch

20     1100     6100       Auck Warriors v Western Reds     Perth

27     TBC                 ALL BLACKS v AUSTRALIA           Brisbane

26-28  TBC                 Auck Warriors v Sth Queensland   Auckland

AUGUST

02-04   TBC                Auck Warriors v Nth Queensland   Auckland

06      TBC                ALL BLACKS v Boland Inv.XV       Worcester

09-11   TBC                Auck Warriors v St George        Sydney

10      TBC                Rugby - Otago v Canterbury       Dunedin

10      TBC                ALL BLACKS v SOUTH AFRICA        Cape Town

11      TBC                Rugby - Auck v Bay of Plenty     Auckland

13      TBC                ALL BLACKS v Eastern Province    Port Eliz.

16-18   TBC                Auck Warriors v Sydney Bulldogs  Auckland

17      TBC                Rugby - Otago v Waikato          Dunedin

17      TBC                ALL BLACKS v SOUTH AFRICA (1)    Durban

18      TBC                Rugby - Canterbury v Counties    ChCh




               Adrian Sainsbury, Frequency Manager
                 Radio New Zealand International
                          P O Box 123
                     Wellington, NEW ZEALAND

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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:15 1996
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Subject: Where to mail order WRTH?
Date: 15 Jul 1996 14:00:52 GMT
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Hello,

Can anyone tell me where I can mail order a copy of either the World
Radio-Television Handbook or the Passport to World Band Radio? I have been
looking for them in Singpaore local book shop but couldn't seem to find one.

Thanks,

A Wong


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:16 1996
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From: Akram Busaidy <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WANTED (Grundig 700 or Sony 2010)
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get in touch please


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:17 1996
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Subject: Re: *Sony 2010 for sale
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 10:17:54 -0700
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Matt wrote:
>
> I have a MINT condition, USED FOR A FEW HOURS, Sony 2010.  Have
> maunal,
>                            carrying strap, etc.
>
>                     -----> $230--includes shipping. <-----


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:18 1996
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From: Akram Busaidy <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: FS: Sony SW-77 Shortwave
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 10:34:31 -0700
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Mark L Nagurka wrote:
> $250



> FOR SALE:  Sony ICF-SW77 World Band Receiver.
> Mint condition.  Original manual, accessories, box.
> Excellent radio!  (Model with 11 segment antenna.)
> $325 shipped in Con US.
> Contact Mark via e-mail ([e-mail]) or at home 412-422-6514.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:19 1996
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PLEASE GET IN TOUCH.


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Do get in touch please.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:10:21 1996
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From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
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Brian Boulden ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Can someone please tell me what exactly PLAY - DX is ? I keep hearing
: about it, but find nothing on it.

: 73's
: Brian

: --
: Brian Boulden at [e-mail] -  Fairfield, California
: Member: North American Shortwave Association

: [e-mail]     -   [e-mail]
: http://www.community.net/~boulden
: rec.radio.shortwave
Play-DX is an Italian based club specialising in tough dx.  Their
bulletin is published in both English and Italian.  Their address is
Play-DX c/o Dario Montferini, Via Davanzati 8, I-20158 Milano, Italy

tim gueguen [e-mail]





From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:21 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steven Gray)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: *** For Sale: Radio Shack DX-350 ***
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 17:31:56 -0400
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I am selling my Radio Shack DX-350 shortwave radio.  The radio is in
physically very good condition, but it does have light scratches on the
tuning display plastic.  The radio is in electrically excellent condition,
and operates well.

The original box and manual are included.

Price: $25, plus UPS COD shipping.

Thanks!

---Steve Gray, NR3B
[e-mail]
[phone] (h)
[phone] (w)


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 -=> Quoting Shannon Rains to All <=-

 SR> I want to purchase a short wave radio set.  Like the one in Pump Up
 SR> The  Volume.  Please e-mail me and give me info on how much it will
 SR> cost and  where I can find one.

 SR> Shan-man.

        I think what you're referring to is a transmitter rather than
        a receiver. They were broadcasting on FM and not on shortwave
        too, I think.
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:23 1996
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From: Craig Siegenthaler <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: [Q] Sony 2010 Mods
Date: 17 Jul 1996 16:55:22 GMT
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I do not have information regarding the serial numbers and
when the protection diodes were installed at Q303.

A simple check can be made by removing the back cover. Seven
screws secure the back cover - one screw is inside the battery
compartment.

With the top of the receiver facing away, the small pc board
to the right is where Q303 is mounted.  Find Q303 and note if
a small black package has been mounted to the bottom lead of
Q303.  The diode package is on the solder side of the pc
board.  It's very small, but easily seen.  Q 303 is at the
upper left side of the pc board.

If you do not see the diode package, then Q303 does not have
protection against static discharge.  If it does, then the
receiver is protected.

Kiwa offers installation of protection diodes if required.
Information is available at http://www.wolfe.net/~kiwa





From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:24 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jennifer Day-Elgee)
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Subject: Re: [Q] Sony 2010 Mods
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 18:01:31 AST
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In a previous article you wrote:
>From: Craig Siegenthaler <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Re: [Q] Sony 2010 Mods
>Date: 11 Jul 1996 21:16:30 GMT
>
>Hi Gary,
>
>What usually blows is the front end FET or Q303.  Recent
>ICF 2010s or 2001Ds (made within the last 4 years) have the
>protection diodes installed.  Older models are prone to
>failure.
>Replacement of Q303 is best done with an exact replacement.
>Kiwa offers this service as well as wideband/narrowband
>filter replacement.  More info is available at:
>http://www.wolfe.net/~kiwa
>
>Craig Siegenthaler
>Kiwa Electronics
>
>
>
Craig, are there serial numbers to indicate what might have been
produced in the last 3 years?
VE9AO


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:25 1996
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From: Craig Siegenthaler <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: [Q] Sony 2010 Mods
Date: 19 Jul 1996 17:54:54 GMT
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If it is the old 2001 then it is protected by varactor
diodes at the front (gate) of the first RF transistor.

If it is a 2001D then it too might require protection if
protection diodes are not installed at Q303.

Craig Siegenthaler
Kiwa Electronics
http://www.wolfe.net/~kiwa  for more information




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:26 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Paul Dwerryhouse)
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Subject: ABC/Radio Australia strike
Date: 17 Jul 1996 22:41:40 GMT
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Anyone listening to Radio Australia over the past 17 or so hours would have
noticed the unusual programming.

The staff of the Australia Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) have launched a 24
hour strike to protest the proposed government funding cuts to the
organisation.

As a result, all ABC radio stations, including the metropolitan and regional
stations, Radio National, ABC-FM, Triple-J and Radio Australia are carrying
the same programming, which consists mostly of music and BBC news.

The strike is due to end at 0500 UTC on Thursday.


...Paul.

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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:27 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Annoying QRM on 10 MH
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 1996 06:59:04 GMT
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[e-mail] (Don Putnick) wrote:

>>> >He said the QRM on 10 mHz might be from "illegal users." Not all
>>> >illegal users are "pirates."
>>> Depends on your definition of 'pirate'.
>>To me, any station located in the United States that is broadcasting
>>without being licensed by the FCC can be considered a pirate station.

>One explanation that I've heard is that "pirate" connotes one-way
>broadcasting, and "broadcasting" connotes transmission to more than
>one receiver.  Hence, unlicensed two-way communication is illegal, but
>is not pirate activity.  Yeah, I know, we're splitting hairs, but
>someone has to do it.

Yes, the term "pirate" usually denotes (in common usage) unlicensed
"broadcasting", which by popular definition is a one-way communication
to multiple intended recipients who do not or are not expected to
respond.

Many people use the term "bootlegging" to describe unlicensed or
out-of-band two-way radio ops.  Also "outbanders" and "freebanders"
are used to describe the participants in  the "bootlegging" activity.

Steve



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Dakin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Any HAM FESTS in the Dallas area????
Date: 18 Jul 1996 18:10:37 GMT
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: Joe Pardue <[e-mail]> wrote:
: >>Just moved here and would like to know.

: The best one occurs in Fort Worth at 8am on a saturday every month.
: Its near a Radio Shack warehouse.

  It is held on the 3rd Saturday of each month on the parking
  lot in between one of Tandy's outlet stores and its national
  parts warehouse on Northside Drive in north Fort Worth.

  Steve Dakin
  WQ5N




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jeff Seale)
Subject: Any hamfests in Louisville area?
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I just recently moved to Louisville (just over a month ago) and was
wondering if there are any hamfests held in this area?


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:30 1996
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From: Jerry Stack <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Any Info Please!
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 15:11:37 -0700
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Thomas Pardon wrote:
>
> If anyone has any information on a the PRO-50 UHF/VHF 20-Channel scanner
> from Radio Shack please let me know.


You might wish to post this on rec.radio.scanner, if you have not
already.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:30 1996
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From: Andrew Yoder <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Anyone know how to contact Claes Olsson?
Date: 19 Jul 1996 22:23:06 GMT
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I received some stuff from the Syrian Arab Rep. Broadcasting Service and Claes
 Olsson's
QSL card was stuck in the pack. I have no idea where he lives--not even the co
untry.

Thanks!   Andrew Yoder       [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:31 1996
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From: Andrew Yoder <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Anyone know how to contact Daniel M. Ziolkowski?
Date: 19 Jul 1996 22:24:15 GMT
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I received some stuff from the Syrian Arab Rep. Broadcasting Service and Danie
l M. Ziolkowski's
QSL card was stuck in the pack. I have no idea where he lives--not even the co
untry.

Thanks!   Andrew Yoder       [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:32 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: ATS909 versus 7600G
Date: 16 Jul 1996 20:38:16 GMT
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Has anyone had experience with the new Sangean portable, model ATS909?

I am trying to decide between the cheaper Sony 7600G and the ATS909.

The ATS909 does not have synchronous but the 7600G does.

I am wondering if the ATS909 being higher in price has other performance
features (besides additional memory that would offset the price difference.

Would anyone like to comment on whether the additional cost of the
ATS909 is worth it.

Any comments would be appreciated.

Colin

[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:33 1996
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From: Gene <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: BBC on 9515???  From where?
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 17:12:00 -0400
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DAVID ALLAN BOUCHER wrote:
>
> BBC on 9515 BOOMS in here to New englad in the late morning....Does
> anyone know where this signal is transmitting from?
>
> D

According to a chart in Passport, that signal is coming from Sackville,
Canada.
Gene


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:34 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roger Wiseman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: BBC on 9515???  From where?
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 1996 14:04:45 GMT
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[e-mail] (DAVID ALLAN   BOUCHER) wrote:
>BBC on 9515 BOOMS in here to New englad in the late morning....Does
>anyone know where this signal is transmitting from?

offhand, I'd say that it comes from London <g>
seriously, I think it may be a Sackville, Canada relay!

--
[e-mail] (Crow(Roger Wiseman))
#(:)o] ----< 73's> Grid: EM 99
Kenwood R-5000 & an inverted "V" dipole
West Virginia, U.S.A.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:35 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Nat Hager III)
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 1996 18:19:54 GMT
Subject: Re: BBC on 9515???  From where?
Lines: 27

It's most definitely from Sackville. I go up there vacationing
often with my Phillips SW car radio.  The signal fades as you get
into eastern Maine (skip zone) and start to BOOM again as you near
the RCI facility on the NB/NS border.

I even got the tour of the RCI facility once, and there was this
row of 2-story high MACHINES busily at work, one of them listed as
BBC 9515.

Nat Hager


In article <4slgfu$[e-mail]>, Roger Wiseman ([e-mail]) writ
es:
>[e-mail] (DAVID ALLAN   BOUCHER) wrote:
>>BBC on 9515 BOOMS in here to New englad in the late morning....Does
>>anyone know where this signal is transmitting from?
>
>offhand, I'd say that it comes from London <g>
>seriously, I think it may be a Sackville, Canada relay!
>
>--
>[e-mail] (Crow(Roger Wiseman))
>#(:)o] ----< 73's> Grid: EM 99
>Kenwood R-5000 & an inverted "V" dipole
>West Virginia, U.S.A.
>
>

Nat Hager III             [e-mail]
772 Dorsea Rd.            [e-mail]
Lancaster, PA 17601       [e-mail]
[phone] (H)        [phone] (W)



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:36 1996
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From: Andre Brandao <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Brazilian Radio
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 1996 15:25:04 +0000
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Does anyone knows the timetable of RadioBras International emissions to
Europe (and other continents, if possible)?


 Thank you very much, Andre Brandao, CT2GGD

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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:37 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Albert Earnhardt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Can any-one tell me where I can get a picture of the Sangean               909 on the NET???
Date: Sat, 20 Jul 1996 03:13:09 GMT
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A Carmack <[e-mail]> wrote:

>The Radio Netherlands radio guide has pictures of some units.  You can find
>the guide from their home page.

>Alan C

>----------
>From:   Short Wave Listener's List on behalf of AC6V
>Sent:   Sunday, July 07, 1996 8:52 AM
>To:     A Carmack
>Subject:        Re: Can any-one tell me where I can get a picture of the Sang
ean
>         909 on the NET???

>Duane Allred wrote:
>>
>> Can any-one tell me where I can get a picture of the Sangean 909 on
>> the NET???
>>
>> Thanks in advance....


>Hi Duane, try the following URL, saw some Sangean photos there.

>http://www.osha.igs.net/~durhamradio/san.htm

>73
>Rod
>--
>Hark for I have hurled my words to the far reaches of the earth!
>What King of old could do thus??
>..... AC6V
Also www.universal-radio.com has a picture of it.

73,
Al, WS4P




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:38 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roger Wiseman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Contact with dx/er in Wheeling, WV, US wanted.
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 14:24:40 GMT
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[e-mail] (Magnus Nilsson) wrote:
>A friend of mine would liek to get contact with a dx/er in the area around
>Wheeling, WV, US. His mail address is [e-mail].
>I would not be surprosed if it is a medium wave station causing him some
>problems with the QSLing....
There are several strong AM signals in the area.
1170 khz.- WWVA for one.
--
[e-mail] (Crow(Roger Wiseman))
#(:)o] ----< 73's> Grid: EM 99
Kenwood R-5000 & an inverted "V" dipole
West Virginia, U.S.A.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:39 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Quest)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Crank-up generator.
Date: 19 Jul 1996 23:01:45 GMT
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I have seen a lot of interest in this Baygen wind-up radio.  Would there
be any interest in a crank-up generator that has multiple voltage and
polarity outputs to adapt to many different types of receiving equipment?

I have a friend who is a machinist in Chicago who could build the
mechanics, while I could build the electrical.  Since I would be designing
it, it could employ not a dynamo, but a true alternator, generating a high
frequency AC which could then be used to drive a partial switching
regulated supply with light weight ferrite transformers.  Of course
shielding would be at the maximum with Mu metal housing et al.

Any inquiries, please Email me.  I might just start designing something
like this if there is enough interest.

On a side note, there are 1 foot by 3 foot solar cells producing over  8
watts of 12 volt DC power on the market, UNDER FORTY DOLLARS!  I saw an ad
in Nuts & Volts magazine for $36, with a special charge of $15 to ship
this fragile and bulky item.  THAT would be the way to go, use that to
charge Ni-Cd batteries, or Pb-H2SO4 storage cells................sq


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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:40 1996
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I think the crank-up generator would be an excellent idea.  I
have worked in many developing countries and seen some
variants (bicycle powered, for example) but nothing really
satisfactory.  And, affordable.  There are a lot of places
I've been where solar power would be too high a technology
or the constant rain (Ponape/Micronesia - 402 inches per
year) would render it less usable than what is needed.  A
recollection: the first Nagra tape recorder I ever used,
back in 1958, was hand-cranked.  And, expensive - about
$2,000.00 in 1958 dollars, hardly of use for the
third world.  Bert Cowlan.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:41 1996
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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Crisis at the BBCWS
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 23:50:38 -0400
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Sorry, I Oed when I should have 0ed...

The second is http://www.longitude0.co.uk/save-ws/



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:43 1996
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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Crisis at the BBCWS
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 23:29:23 -0400
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Would like to share the addresses of two sites I found today that have
extensive information on the proposed BBCWS reorganization and
opposition thereto.

The first is http://www.guardian.co.uk/savebush/

This is a special site on The Guardian's (national British newspaper)
home page with news articles, opinion pieces, letters, parliamentary
comment, etc. about BBC Director General John Birt's plans for the
BBC.

The second is http://www.longitudeO.co.uk/save-ws/

This is a site set up by BBCWS employees opposed to Birt's plans and
attempting to raise public opposition to it.

My own view is that the sooner Mr. Birt is no longer the Director
General, the better.  What an idiotic idea he has.  As one of the
letters at one of the sites above put it, this whole plan recalls that
US platoon leader in Vietnam who said words to the effect that he had
to order the complete destruction of a village in order to save it.
What rubbish!

IMHO, any plan regarding the World Service must:
1)  Preserve the independence of WS news;
2)  Maintain the interrelationships and synergies between the English
language service and the non-English language services;
3)  Ensure separation between BBC domestic's license fee and the BBCWS
Foreign Office funding;
4)  Maintain BBCWS independence in production, programming and
scheduling decision-making.

Anything less than the above four points will mean the end of the
World Service, regardless of what Mr. Birt calls it.

Just one man's opinion...




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From: Andrew Yoder <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Data (RTTY, SITOR, fax, etc.) info?
Date: 18 Jul 1996 19:43:59 GMT
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Do many (any?) of you in this group have experience tuning in & decoding data
communications?
I've been about ready to rip my hair out trying to decode RTTY. SITOR A & B ha
ve been fairly
easy, but most of what I'm hearing sounds like bursts of SITOR B with short oc
casional breaks for
a few letters of CW (I guess these are ID loops for SITOR stations?). Anybody
up on all of this
stuff? I'd like to bounce some questions off someone about this stuff.
Thanks much!
Andrew Yoder       [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:45 1996
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From: John Fallows <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Data (RTTY, SITOR, fax, etc.) info?
Date: Sat, 20 Jul 1996 08:56:15 -0600
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To: Andrew Yoder <[e-mail]>

Andrew Yoder wrote:
>
> Do many (any?) of you in this group have experience tuning in & decoding dat
a communications?
> I've been about ready to rip my hair out trying to decode RTTY.A good place
to start is the Amateur bands, because they are using fairly
standard data systems with no encryption.  Try around 14.1 or 7.1 Mhz.
Just above this frequency, you will find amateur packet (just like
internet but a lot slower!).  Below the frequency you will find AMTOR
(use SITOR A and B) and RTTY (mostly 45 baud).  Hams also use PACTOR and
a few other modes, but your decoder should handle AMTOR/SITOR, RTTY and
PACTOR.  Also, ARRL station W1AW sends bulletins in RTTY/AMTOR/ASCII -
look uo their transmission schedule and frequency in ARRL home page, etc.
73 and good luck!
--
John Fallows                VE6MBA
Calgary, Alberta            Ernst & Young [phone]
[e-mail]


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Any opinions on the DX-394? Thanks.



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Any opinions on the DX-394? Thanks.



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Opinions on the Dx-394 please. Good bad, ok for price, bad at any
price etc. Thanks.
Gerry



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:48 1996
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From: Andrew Yoder <[e-mail]>
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> Did anyone get the proper name and QSL address for the EuroPirate
> (relayed, no doubt)
> that was on early evening Saturday? (6955 USB, 13 July UT, 2307-2345off).
> I thought I heard an ID something like "EROW."  I could ID plenty of the
> songs, but the speaking was tough...
Could it have been Weekend Music Radio from Scotland? I heard them relayed
recently. Their address is:
14 Stone Row
Colerainer, Co. Londonderry BT52 1EP
Northern Ireland

73fr,
Andrew Yoder     [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:49 1996
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From: [e-mail](bumologist)
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Gary Shandling is a ham,I don't know if he's active.
--

Bumologist....
BARRY FELSTEIN N8PVX


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>
>
>How does a dark stain on a deskchair relate to the subjectheader??
>
>
I think the point the man is trying to make is that whilst Chet Atkins
and Ronnie Milksap are famous in the USA they are not exactly household
names in the UK. Probably because C&W has a minoroty following here.
There is a sort of UK equivalent but I don't suppose that Adge Cutler,
the Singing Postman or Eddie Grundy ever had callsigns.

--
Stephen John Farthing MBCS G0XAR
Melksham, Wiltshire UK
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:51 1996
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From: Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]>
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In article <[e-mail]>, Walt Davidson
<[e-mail]> writes
>> .... but I don't suppose that Adge Cutler,
>>the Singing Postman or Eddie Grundy ever had callsigns.
>
>WHO??????

It's OK Walt - they were never, to my knowledge, members of any punk
bands, so we don't expect you to know them.

Mike - hastily entering his nuclear shelter!

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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:14:52 1996
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Patrick Cook wrote:
> It's pretty strange former CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite NEVER made the
> list.  He has to be the OLDEST one of them all.  How can we put together
> such a list without his name on it???

Quoting from a letter of Walter Cronkite to QSL COLLECTION's research file
on prominent hams (quite a different one from what is being posted and re-
posted in various newsgroups):

"I obtained my amateur radio license primarily for use at sea and, to my
regret, I have not had time to participate in the usual ham activities. As
a consequence, I do not have a QSL card and my land-based station is not
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Stephen John Farthing <[e-mail]> wrote:

>The Singing Postman was a 60s one off. BBC Radio Norfolk (I think)
>featured him in the early mornings and he went on to pen such hits as :-
>
>Have you got a light boy?

I believe this song was revived very recently in a soft drinks TV
commercial!   I never knew of its origin until I read your posting.
Your Singing Postman of the 60s was obviously a precursor of the "punk"
one in 1977!

73 de G3NYY

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[e-mail] (Nick Grose) wrote:

>> I have never heard of Eddie Grundy
>
>What - you don't listen to The Archers?
>You're not British sir!
>You can hear it on Radio 4

I have never heard of Radio 4

73 de G3NYY

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In article <[e-mail]>, Walt Davidson
<[e-mail]> writes
>Actually, contrary to your assumption, the Singing Postman WAS a member
>of a punk band in 1977!  I saw him "performing" (for want of a better
>word) at the Railway Hotel, Putney in that year.  I believe he was
>supporting "Johnny Moped" and "Chelsea" on that occasion.

Oh b*gger - hoist by my own petard - I should have known better!

Mike

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The Singing Postman was a 60s one off. BBC Radio Norfolk (I think)
featured him in the early mornings and he went on to pen such hits as :-

Have you got a light boy?

Mind Your Head boy.

Come along a me.

All sung in a broad Norfolk accent with his own unique guitar playing.
America had Bob Dylan, the French Francois Hardy, the Canadians Neil
Young and Joni Mitchell, Norfolk had the Singing Postman. If anyone has
any of his records they wish to dispose of please let me know. I suspect
the chances of a revival are slim. One of his songs was used in a recent
ad campaign and they needed to pay him the royalties. I read somwhere
that he was tracked down to a Sally Army Hostel for the homeless in
Grimsby, the light was weakly on but no one was in. Although most people
thought he was a "piss take" he did have a following among some of the
older Norfolk Folk. A fond childhood memory to me.

Adge Cutler, from Brisle (Bristol in received pronounciation), headed
the Wurzels. At least two top 100 hits :-

Drink up thee zider

I've got a brand new Combine Harvester (Ooh Ar, OoH Ar)

Eddie Grundy. Obviously no Archers fans here. A top 20ish hit with
"Clarrie".

Apologies for the zilch Amateur Radio content of this post but I thought
Walt and our American cousins might like to know.

Whilst I am in favour of CW, C&W leaves me cold. I don't suppose any
Chicago Blues practitioners or members of the great psychadelic bands
from San Francisco were hams? Turn on, tune in, drop out. That Gerry
Garcia, there was a real guitarist.

--
Stephen John Farthing MBCS G0XAR
Melksham, Wiltshire UK
RSGB G-QRP 7766


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In article <[e-mail]>, Nick Grose
<[e-mail]> writes
>I beg to differ.
>You do need a licence to listen to Radio 4.
>(Don't you ??)

You go and buy one - and then tell us all where from!

Mike

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In article <[e-mail]>, Walt Davidson
<[e-mail]> writes
>Have you ever seen the advertisement for Dorothy Goodbody Bitter, brewed
>by the Wye Valley Brewery?
>
>"Dorothy Goodbody - goes down beautifully every time!"
>
>73 de G3NYY
>

Reminds me of the song: "I Should Be So Lucky" by what's-her-name.

P.S.... "Room 101 = Where to put Binaries"

--
 John Owen                                        Wirral, Merseyside. UK
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In article <[e-mail]>, Walt Davidson
<[e-mail]> writes
>Cliff Patten <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>>>You were correct the first time.  It is Loveless (not to be confused with
>>>Linda Lovelace, the porn actress).
>>
>>Apparently, both of them go down quite well at their respective venues
>
>Have you ever seen the advertisement for Dorothy Goodbody Bitter, brewed
>by the Wye Valley Brewery?
>
>"Dorothy Goodbody - goes down beautifully every time!"
>
>73 de G3NYY
>
Has she got any sisters?


--
Cliff Patten G0GDW


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In article <[e-mail]>, Michael J Wooding
<[e-mail]> writes
>In article <[e-mail]>, Cliff Patten
><[e-mail]> writes
>>Apparently, both of them go down quite well at their respective venues
>
>Steady Cliff!!!
>
>Me
>

Just don't know *what* you mean?  8->
--
Cliff Patten G0GDW


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From: Frank Erskine <[e-mail]>
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In article <[e-mail]>, Walt Davidson
<[e-mail]> writes
>[e-mail] (Nick Grose) wrote:
>
>>> I have never heard of Eddie Grundy
>>
>>What - you don't listen to The Archers?
>>You're not British sir!
>>You can hear it on Radio 4
>
>I have never heard of Radio 4
>
He means the Home Service, Walt...!

73 -
--
Frank Erskine
Sunderland


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:04 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Walt Davidson)
Newsgroups: uk.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: famous hams world wide.
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 1996 22:44:55 GMT
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[e-mail] (Nick Grose) wrote:

>You do need a licence to listen to Radio 4.

You have not needed a licence to listen to broadcast radio (sound only)
in the UK for over 20 years.   The Government did away with wireless
licences because it was costing more than the amount of the licence fee
to collect the money.

As well as broadcasts, you may also listen to Amateur Radio, CB and
standard frequency transmissions without a licence.

Extract from Radiocommunications Agency Pamphlet RA 169:

"Anyone planning to listen to radio transmissions should be aware of the
following:  No Licence is required to use a radio receiver, provided it
is not capable of transmitting.  However, it must only be used for
receiving the transmissions meant for general reception, such as
authorised sound broadcasts, messages sent by radio amateurs and
Citizens' Band Radio ....."

Interestingly, for a receiver to be exempt from the requirement for a
licence [Wireless Telegraphy Apparatus (Receivers) (Exemption)
Regulations 1989 - Statutory Instrument 1989 No. 123], it MUST be
"inherently incapable of transmission".   This means it is not legal for
a person to buy an amateur radio transceiver and "use it for receiving
only" until such time as they obtain their amateur transmitting licence!

Not many people know that.   ;-)

73 de G3NYY

--
Walt Davidson               E-mail: [e-mail]
                                    [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Walt Davidson)
Newsgroups: uk.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.shortwave
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Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 14:49:16 GMT
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"Anthony R. Gold" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>So clearly GPS is allowed simply because it is intended for
>general reception.

Yes, indeed.  Provided you can prove it's intended for general
reception, you have nothing to worry about!

Even in cases where a radio transmission is NOT intended for general
reception, you're in the clear provided you can demonstrate that you
listened with the permission of the person making the transmission.
(The same pamphlet states, "If you wish to listen in to messages, you
should obtain the permission of the person sending them.")

Clear enough ... isn't it?

73 de G3NYY

--
Walt Davidson               E-mail: [e-mail]
                                    [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Walt Davidson)
Newsgroups: uk.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.shortwave
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Stephen John Farthing <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Does this mean that regenerative and  Direct Conversion RXs require a
>licence? I can certainly pick up the LO from a DC RX I have on another
>RX so I suppose this means it is "capable of transmitting".

The permissible level of such radiation is no doubt defined in the new
EC EMC standards.  Perhaps an expert can advise us?

73 de G3NYY

--
Walt Davidson               E-mail: [e-mail]
                                    [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Tazman)
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Subject: FREQ.'S FOR JFK AIR DISAS.???
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Anyone know the search-rescue freq.s for the JFK air disaster.
Freq.'s to search near?  Please let me know.  THANK'S...



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:07 1996
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From: Raymond Hoopes Jr <[e-mail]>
Subject: FS : Radio Equipment
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Transciever 736R Yaesu with Microphone / New
Antennas 2M and 70CM yagi
SWR Meter
Dummy Load
Approx. 60 Feet 6013 coax
PK 88 packet Modem/New with 24v power supply

For Sale for $1800 or most offer.
E-Mail : [e-mail]
Phone : [phone]
Raymond Hoopes Sr.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:08 1996
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From: Gene Furness <[e-mail]>
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For Sale: Kenwood R-2000 receiver, in good shape with manual. $290
shipped.

Gene KV4P

Phone: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:09 1996
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From: Curt Sauer <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FS: Sony ICF 2010
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I have a Sony ICF 2010 in very good condition. With manual & AC adapter.
$175.00



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:10 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ken Knapp)
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Subject: FS: Sony ICF-2010 Like new
Date: 18 Jul 1996 22:21:03 GMT
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Sony ICF-2010 SW receiver, 2 years old, like new. with all manuals,
power
supply, and in original box. Will also include carry case which I've
always used. Thats how I have kept it like new :)

$250

Ken Knapp
[e-mail]
[phone]



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:11 1996
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The Program is called "Next Week".

It is Broadcast on Saturday at 0910, 1310, 1910 and 2210 ut.
It is also on Sunday at 0410, 2210 and on Monday at 0410 ut.

Enjoy!

73 and Good DX

 - Bob Colyard-

http://www.cybercomm.net/~slapshot/speedx.html




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:12 1996
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Subject: Grundig 900 ? Is it available ?
Date: 16 Jul 1996 19:07:51 GMT
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In 1995 didn't Grundig announce a new short wave radio, the model
900, to be available in 1996? So far I have not been able to find any
reference to it. Anyone know its status?


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From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
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In article <4sgpa7$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
comments :

>In 1995 didn't Grundig announce a new short wave radio, the model
>900, to be available in 1996? So far I have not been able to find any
>reference to it. Anyone know its status?

This radio has been delayed more times than I care to remember - don't
expect it for a while yet ...

--

Ray


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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:14 1996
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From: [e-mail](Jerry Revis)
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Subject: Re:Hamcom software & MFJ cable
Date: 21 Jul 1996 04:43:25 GMT
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        Ok, I give up. Is the Hamcom software/Mfj computer interface
cable just a joke????  I have the computer, I have the software....I
have the interface cable from MFJ....I have a radio.....I have tons of
Freqs with RITTY, Morse,ASCII,FAX, etc. So why can't I do this???  Does
the manual that came with the Hamcom software make any sense to anyone
out there?? has anyone ever gotten this combination of products to
work?? Any help would be appreciated. IE....can someone send me perhaps
a ten  or twenty step process to get this thing to work.??  It seems
the manual I printed out is more concerned that I know the difference
between a "dot" and a "dash" than it is that I know what happens when I
choose an option under the file menu of the software!  Nothing in this
software works as the manual says it should. Can anyone tell me what I
might be doing wrong. Anyone out there with some hands on experience
with Hamcom/MFJ???


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:15 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kees van Engelen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: HAMCOMM modem ! Other software ????
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 16:56:17 GMT
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Hi all!


I have a Hamcomm modem and I use it for:
JVFAX, HAMCOMM, PKTMON, EASYFAX.

I want to extend the application of it and Im looking for
POCSAG, PACTOR etc for it.


Where can I find that software  and which software do I need ???

Thanks very much for your attention!


Kees (Holland(



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dan Morisseau)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Hillary Rodham Clinton On "Talk to America"
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 20:44:56 PST
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In article [e-mail] writes:


>Washington, D.C., July 17, 1996  -- On Thursday, July 18, 1996, First
>Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton will be the special guest on "Talk to
>America,"  VOA's weekday international listener call-in program in
>English.   She will talk about her travels to Eastern Europe, South Asia,
>Latin America and Bosnia, and welcome questions from listeners about
>women and development worldwide.


     What this press release puffery does NOT say is that Mrs. Clinton's phone

calls were carefully screened and that a written memorandum specified that the

screeners were to ensure that nothing controversial or contrary to her views
and positions on specific controversial subjects were to be put through. A
copy of the memo found its way into the hands of the U.S. media and at least
one national daily ran a front page story detailing the hypocrisy.


====================================================================
"I distrust a close-mouthed man. He generally picks the wrong time
to talk and says the wrong things. Talking is something you can't do
judiciously unless you keep in practice"
                               - Casper Gutman, The Maltese Falcon
====================================================================


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:17 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Hans Tenney)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Hillary Rodham Clinton On "Talk to America"
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 96 21:42:56 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Clint Bradford) wrote:
>
>>>...calls were carefully screened...
>
>And well they should be "carefully screened." Else you'd have nut
cases
>of all types spouting nonsense over the air.
>

 Oh,......like half the programing on WWCR, or for that matter,
most of the programing on the FM band, or all the chatter on
14.313.   <g>


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:18 1996
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From: [e-mail] (R C NEWELL)
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Subject: I love my 7600G , do you ?
Date: 15 Jul 1996 10:48:04 -0700
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I just bought a Sony 7600G. After using it for several days,

I must confess, I think that I am in love.

What can I tell my wife ?  Is this normal to feel

gushy-mushy feelings of love for a shortwave receiver ?

Bear in mind, this is not just any old receiver you might

meet in a radio-shack store or at a marshall-fields, this

is a true - blue communications receiver with sync-detection,

selectable no less, SSB reception, scanning, memories and more,

much more!

Am I crazy ? Does this happen to other men and women ?

I never thought it would happen to me.  Help!

Leave your comments and ridicule or support at:

http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca/cgi-win/log.exe
The Graffiti Board on the World-Wide Web.
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:18 1996
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From: [e-mail] (PageOne)
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Subject: ICF7600G discontinued?
Date: 16 Jul 1996 21:44:00 GMT
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I was talking to a salesperson in my local Sony Store about why the price on
the 7600g had dropped so much and they mentioned it has been droppped. Is this

worldwide or just in Canada?

Neil Douglas
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:19 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Bob)
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Subject: Re: Icom IC-R8500
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 21:36:43 GMT
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Hi Butch,

>Has anyone heard what the price of the new Icom IC-R8500 is going to be?
>The specs on the thing says I think I need one!

Have a look at http://www.icom.co.jp/ where you can find the price.
You have to estimate the price in your local currency by also looking
at for example the R9000 (if you know the price of that receiver in
your local currency).

Cheers,

  Bob



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:20 1996
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From: Will Flor <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: International distress freqs.
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 1996 13:04:15 -0500
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James Thomas wrote:
>
> Can anyone post a list of international distress freqs. ? I would
> like to monitor freqs. in my area for the purpose of new reporting.
>
> Thanks
> JT
>

The big one worldwide is 2182 USB, but there's lots of non-distress
traffic there, as it's also a calling frequency.  Near the US 5182
USB is popular as well, but I don't know about Taiwan.

-Will Flor      [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:22 1996
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From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
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In article <[e-mail]>, Ray Lasky <[e-mail]> comments
:

>Can I download the contents of this newsgroup(locally to my own machine)
>and then look at the posts OFF-Line - when the meter is not running on my
>Internet Service Provider?  I am using Netscapes V2.01 browser with its
>own news reader and am using ibm.net as the news source. Respond via
>private e-mail if you would like. Thanks, Ray.


Yes, you need some offline reader software (such as Turnpike or Free
Agent etc).

Perhaps your service provider can suggest a suitable package - there are
some packages that will also dial up and up/download your mail too
(without needing to use an external Winsock).
--

Ray


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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:23 1996
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From: Ray Lasky <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Is OFF-Line Viewing Possible?
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 17:18:36 -0700
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Can I download the contents of this newsgroup(locally to my own machine)
and then look at the posts OFF-Line - when the meter is not running on my
Internet Service Provider?  I am using Netscapes V2.01 browser with its
own news reader and am using ibm.net as the news source. Respond via
private e-mail if you would like. Thanks, Ray.

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:24 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Albert Earnhardt)
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Ray Lasky <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Can I download the contents of this newsgroup(locally to my own machine)
>and then look at the posts OFF-Line - when the meter is not running on my
>Internet Service Provider?  I am using Netscapes V2.01 browser with its
>own news reader and am using ibm.net as the news source. Respond via
>private e-mail if you would like. Thanks, Ray.

>[e-mail]
Ray,
Sorry if I've caused you and any others an inconvenience.
The correct URL for the Free Agen Newsreader is:

http://www.forteinc.com

All the best,
Al, WS4P



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:25 1996
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From: George Bearden <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Knight R-100 A   need align specs or advice
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 22:44:34 -0700
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I'm ignorant of shortwave but curious.  I just inherited this
Knight R-100 A receiver, works, been inna barn last 30 years.  Buddy says
prolly needs align, he wud do it if I get the specs.  Appreciate any help
here.  Is this sumthin I can buy?  Where?   Whut diya 'spose this is
worth? Are they any good when workin rite?
Thanks!
George Bearden
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:26 1996
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Subject: Re: Knight R-100 A   need align specs or advice
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 1996 22:43:06 GMT
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George Bearden <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I'm ignorant of shortwave but curious.  I just inherited this
>Knight R-100 A receiver, works, been inna barn last 30 years.  Buddy says
>prolly needs align, he wud do it if I get the specs.  Appreciate any help
>here.  Is this sumthin I can buy?  Where?   Whut diya 'spose this is
>worth? Are they any good when workin rite?
>Thanks!
>George Bearden
>[e-mail]

I'm not able to visualize this thing by model # but I'm thinking it's
probably a real simple single conversion puppy.  There are several
sources of generic alignment instructions.  An  old "ARRL Handbook for
the Radio Amateur"  from the late tube/early solid state era would
have it.  You might even learn some theory.  Be careful:
        : i.f. transformers in tube radios not only can contain lethal DC
         voltage, they also have powdery slugs inside, which are
         prone to fracturing.  Be gentle.




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:27 1996
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Subject: Loggings
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Australia - Australian Defense Forces Radio at 0544 UTC on 13525USB with
R&R music and man announcer giving the weather in Canberra on 7/14.

Indonesia - Voice of Indonesia, Jakarta at 0817 UTC on 9525 in English
with tourism program.  At the end of they program, they announed a quiz
with a chance to win a trip to Indonesia.  No deadline was given and there
is only 4 questions.  I believe this tourism program is on every day.
This on 7/15.

RRI Jakarta Programa Nasional at 0650UTC on 15125NF parallel 15150 in
Indonesian with vocal on 7/15.

Vietnam - The Hanoi Home Service Network #1 heard at 1338 in Vietnamese on
10060 parallel 6700v (which is listed as Lao Cai, Lao Cai Province) on
7/7.

Take care,

China


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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Bob)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Longwire grounding
Date: 17 Jul 1996 13:00:58 GMT
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Grounding made a *huge* difference in reducing noise on my longwire.
What I used was a standard 8' ground stake (available at local hardware
or home building supply stores) outside the window where the lead-in
wire comes into the house. I'm using a connector at the radio jack end
which has connectors for antenna and ground, so there are actually two
wires going through the window: one into the antenna, one out to the
ground.

I've read on the list that connecting a toroid to the ground stake and
feeding the antenna to it, then the grounded signal to the radio, may
give better performance, but haven't gotten to that yet.

I'm using a Sony 2010, so I disconnect when there is potential for
thunderstorms, etc, because of the potential for damage to the
front-end transistor.

Bob

You can't miss what you ain't got,
You can't lose what you ain't never had.
- Muddy Waters


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Gary Coffman)
Subject: Re: Longwire grounding
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In article <4sbckl$[e-mail]> Scott Ryan <[e-mail]> writ
es:
>I have a simple random longwire (approx. 80') & would like some ideas on
>correct grounding of this type of antenna.

In normal use, you don't want the antenna (RF) grounded at all. Of course
since it is unbalanced, you'll need to ground the radio (or the antenna
tuner if you're using one) in order to supply the counterpoise needed
to balance the system (though you can use a real counterpoise and avoid
an Earth connection completely).

>It's a Rat Shack kit & I'm using the insulated wire supplied as lead-in.
>I'm concerned about static discharge damaging my receiver.

Note that the insulation is just a convienence, it has nothing to do
with reducing static. Static buildup can be drained from the antenna
via a RF choke connected between the antenna and ground, or by a high
value resistor connected similarly. In either case, you want the
reactance (or resistance) to be at least 10x that of the radio input
at the RF frequency you're receiving so that the static drain won't
impact RF performance.

This is a separate issue from lightning protection. For lightning
protection, you need a *very* low impedance between the antenna
and Earth (at DC *and* at RF). Lightning is RF. Since that would
serve to short out normal signals, you need a device which won't
conduct at low voltages, but which conducts very well at higher
voltages. This is what a gas tube lightning suppressor does.

Gary
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:30 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
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Subject: Re: Longwire grounding
Date: 17 Jul 1996 14:24:29 GMT
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kEN Colburn ([e-mail]) writes:
> Scott Ryan ([e-mail]) wrote:
> : I have a simple random longwire (approx. 80') & would like some ideas on
> : correct grounding of this type of antenna.
>
> : It's a Rat Shack kit & I'm using the insulated wire supplied as lead-in.
> : I'm concerned about static discharge damaging my receiver.
>
> U can use a lightning arrestor and ground block. THe C Crane catalog
> 1-800-522-8863 shows several SW ant setups. hvae fun




Many lightning arrestors have too slow a breakover and/or too high a
breakover voltage to protect a semiconductor front-end.  Also, NOTHING
WILL PROTECT YOUR RECEIVER RELIABLY, FROM A DIRECT STRIKE ON AN ANTENNA
CONNECTED TO THE RECEIVER.

The ultimate protection against lightning is to DISCONNECT YOUR ANTENNA AND
GROUND IT TO YOUR HOUSE GROUND, when you're not listening or when there's
any chance of lightning nearby.

Many receivers have (and IMHO a well designed receiver ought to have)
static discharge protection built-in.  If yours doesn't, shunting your
receiver's antenna (including its built-on whip antenna) to you receiver's
ground with the following circuit will give a measure of protection against th
e
lower levels of static discharge often found around the house.

          antenna  o---------|----------|----------|
                             |          |          |
                             >          A          V
                          R  <          |          |
                             <          A          V
                             |          |          |
                             |----------|----------|--------o  ground

Where:    R is a 10 kOhm composition resistor

          A is a diode "pointing up"

          V is a diode "pointing down"

          and each of the four diodes is a 1N4001


Remember, even static levels ordinarily found around the house, have been
known to blow the front-end transistors of SOME receivers.
--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:32 1996
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From: Walt Novinger <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Lowe HF-150 Accessories
Date: Mon, 15 Jul 1996 17:43:57 -0700
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Denes S. Varady wrote:
>
> The serial-controller is available [Gilfer, EEB, Univ. Radio..]
>
> I -myself - am looking for good SOFTWARE... to tabulate freq's, load them in
to RX /
> Mem etc..
> Check out the Win-150 program from Universal Radio. It does everything
you're asking and more. Requires Windows 3.1 or later.

Walt
====================================================================
Walt Novinger                    Real Radios Keep You Warm At Night!
Collector of hollowstate communications receivers and test equipment
[e-mail]        [e-mail]         CI$: 73340,2015


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:32 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Paul Ormandy)
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Subject: Re: LW-what? how? why?
Date: 18 Jul 1996 07:32:53 GMT
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>I'm a newcomer to SWL, and on my radio (Grundig YB-400) I can recieve LW.
>What is it and what can I hear on it? I live in the NY area. Any freqs or
>other info would be great!
>TIA
>Tom
>ps- I don't have an exterior antenna yet

Boy! If you are going to find any DX on LW then you will need an external
antenna - and preferably a very LONG one - the lower the frequency, the longer
antenna you need, I have quite a bit of success on LW but have the advantage
of a good sized piece of dirt and run aerials 1500 - 2000ft long. Suggest you
take a trip out into the country one evening and attach a wire onto a long
fence!

73s Paul Ormandy, [e-mail], Oamaru, New Zealand



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:33 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Richard A Madsen)
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Subject: Re: need advice on indoor antenna
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I live on second floor of apartment and use long-wire about 50 feet long
which hangs out the window down side of building-nothing fancy here.
Rcvr here is Collins 75S-1 tube type here in Minnesota.  I've been SWL
since 1938.  Ham call sign is W0MM.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:34 1996
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From: robert colin newell <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: need advice on indoor antenna + amazing simple active antennas
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To: Roger Meunier <[e-mail]>

Roger Meunier wrote:
>
> I have an old Realistic DX-300 ...

VISIT THIS URL:

http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca/cct.htm

for an solution to your problems..

Circuit ability and electronics knowledge an asset


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:35 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kees van Engelen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: NRD535 who has experiences?
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 1996 20:30:46 GMT
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Hi all!

I just want to ask all of you who have a NRD 535 (D) receiver from
JRC:

Can you tell me some things about it??? I bought it recently and
wonder what the experiences are over the world.
I think it's one of the best!
But are there also some disadvantages?
Yep, I think the heat...? And maybe the audio?  And what do you think
about the ECSS and/or the BWC ???

Hope to hear from you!

Kees




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:36 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jack Burpee)
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Subject: Old SW reciever from Grandma's attic
Date: Sat, 20 Jul 1996 16:52:19 pdst
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I inherited an OLD reciever a couple years back, and am thinking about getting

it working.  I have a few questions about setting it up, and using it.  Would
some one be interested in coaching me through it via e-mail?

Jack
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:37 1996
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From: [e-mail] (ALY364)
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Subject: opinions DX-394 ?
Date: 15 Jul 1996 19:05:22 -0400
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Any opinions on Dx-394?
 Good , average, bad. Good for its price range, bad no matter what etc.
Tks.


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From: Neal Spaulding <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Panasonic RF-2200
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 23:38:25 -0400
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Hi Folks,

I'm looking for the schematic for the Panasonic RF-2200.  This radio has
been my best friend for years and has died recently.  I can remember
being on the roof with it at 3:00 am tuning in the Solomon Islands
Broadcasting Station.  Any hints on where to find a schematic would be
greatly appreciated.  Thanks!

Neal Spaulding
Pittsboro, North Carolina


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:38 1996
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From: hadden @iconn.net (thomas h johnson  III)
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Subject: phillips DX-777
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Does anyone know where i can find this car radio?It was discontinued
by phillips in'93 .i know little about shortwave,but i drive a lot,
and i'm tired of the same old radio stations,so when i saw an
am/fm/cassette/shortwave radio,Iknew it was what i wanted.
 if you know where i can get one please e-mail me at:

                                  [e-mail]
thanks to all for the help,
                                        thomas



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:39 1996
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From: [e-mail] (George Snyder)
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.
  > I want to buy a power adapter for my YB-400.  ...  I am not an EE,
  > but there must be a way to figure out what it needs.

I did it by calling Grundig Tech Support in California.  They recommend
the Radio Shack 273-1455c.

Another important criterion is regulation.  An insufficiently regulated
AC adapter can cause audible hum.

--  George Snyder       Intermetrics, Inc.     Internet:  [e-mail]
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:40 1996
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From: Orrin Edwards <[e-mail]>
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On Thu, 18 Jul 1996, Todd Rose wrote:
> I want to buy a power adapter for my YB-400.  It needs 9VDC, but what
> are the power or current needs?  Radio Shack sells a 500 mA convertable
> (two plugs) or a 300 mA with the exactly right plug.  I prefer the 300
> mA, but the Radio Shack guy thinks that it is low.  The max speaker
> power output for the set is 700 mW and the 6 AA alkaline batteries run
> the thing for 20 hours (1 hour a day).  I am not an EE, but there must
> be a way to figure out what it needs.

The right way to figure out what adapter to use is to call Grundig on
their 800 number!  I did that and they said to buy the 300ma unit and
even gave me the RS catalog number of 273-1455c.

It's been working fine now for several years.

----
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] ( Luan Cong )
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Subject: Questions on how to use Sangean ATS-303
Date: 18 Jul 1996 15:29:33 GMT
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I bought a Sangean ATS-303 display model.  Since it does not
have instruction manual with it, I had to figure out how to
use it by playing with it. It is easy to use.  However there
are two things I haven't figured out yet.

1) How to switch between 9/10Hz tuning increment for MW?  I
found no switched labled something like 9/10Hz as Sonys or
Grundigs.  According to information printed on the back cover
of the radio, MW increment is selectable. Both Universal Radio
Catalog and Radio Netherland Review say the same thing. But I
could not figure out how to do it.

2) How to set the alarm clock?  I pressed standby button a
symbol appears on the screen.  But how to set the alarm time?

I shall appreciate any help from experienced Sangean users.

- Luan



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:42 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jim Shaffer, Jr.)
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Subject: Re: Questions on how to use Sangean ATS-303
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In article <4sll8t$[e-mail]> [e-mail] ( Luan Cong ) w
rites:
> 1) How to switch between 9/10Hz tuning increment for MW?  I
> found no switched labled something like 9/10Hz as Sonys or
> Grundigs.  According to information printed on the back cover
> of the radio, MW increment is selectable. Both Universal Radio
> Catalog and Radio Netherland Review say the same thing. But I
> could not figure out how to do it.

I don't have that model, but chances are it's in the battery compartment.

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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:43 1996
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From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
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Date: Wed, 17 Jul 1996 18:32:26 +0100
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In article <4siimv$[e-mail]>, Joe Read
<[e-mail]> comments :

>Does anybody out there know what this means?
>
>This was given as the reason for broadcasting music instead of the
>
>usual programming on 7/17 10-12 UTC.


Industrial action = staff on strike ...
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:43 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roger Wiseman)
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Subject: Re: Radio Australia - Industrial Action?
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 14:24:52 GMT
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[e-mail] (Joe Read) wrote:
>Does anybody out there know what this means?
>This was given as the reason for broadcasting music instead of the
>usual programming on 7/17 10-12 UTC.
>[e-mail]
I think it's what we call in the U.S. a "Strike of union workers"

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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:44 1996
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From: John Fallows <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Ya Gotta Love em'
Date: Sat, 20 Jul 1996 09:07:19 -0600
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Gary L. Sanders wrote:
 I use Radio Shack a lot, great for the gadget guy.

With all its faults, I sure would miss them, especially when looking for
the odd connector or part on the weekend, when the "industrial
electronics places" are locked up tight.

I recently ran into a good one, though.  I needed a 25 pin D connector
(female) which my industrial distributor sells for about 86 cents.  I
went to Radio Shack and it was selling for $8.99!!  I waited until
Monday.
--
John Fallows                VE6MBA
Calgary, Alberta            Ernst & Young [phone]
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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:45 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Truman Harris)
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Subject: Re: rare stations
Date: 16 Jul 1996 21:52:18 GMT
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Michael Connelly <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>I have a query, and hope someone on the list might be able to help.  I
have a
>YB  400, and am trying to get anything from either Ireland (RTE) or
>Paraguay, especially in the native Paraguayan language, Guarani - does
>anyone know how I, in Washington DC, can here news, info., etc from
>both, or either of those places   Thanks in advance  Michael Connelly

Michael, see the post under "SW radio for beginner," for the Ireland
schedule

Radio Encarnacion 0700-0300 11939 khz
Radio Nacional 0700-1700 9735 khz
                          2000-0300 9735 khz
are in Spanish from Paraguay.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:47 1996
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From: Kevin Hecht <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: rare stations
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 19:41:21 -0400
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Michael Connelly wrote:
>
> I have a query, and hope someone on the list might be able to help.  I have
a
> YB  400, and am trying to get anything from either Ireland (RTE) or
> Paraguay, especially in the native Paraguayan language, Guarani - does
> anyone know how I, in Washington DC, can here news, info., etc from
> both, or either of those places   Thanks in advance  Michael Connelly

RTE Dublin can be heard easily in North America and beyond via a relay
from WWCR Nashville TN's 100 kW transmitter #3. Here is the schedule,
believed current as of this posting:

Mon-Fri 1830-1900 UTC 12160 kHz
Sat     1900-1930 UTC 12160 kHz
Sun     2000-2030 UTC 12160 kHz

Mon-Fri 0900-0930 UTC 5065 kHz
Sat-Sun 1000-1030 UTC 5065 kHz

Radio Nacional in Asuncion, Paraguay can be sometimes be heard in North
America on a variable frequency around 9735-9737 kHz with programs in
Spanish and Guarani; it's usually best during local evening in the
Americas. However, Radio Ukraine Intl has a high-power transmitter on
9735 kHz this summer which should cause severe interference, and I do
not know if Radio Nacional is even on the air on a regular basis at this
point. Hope this helps.

73,
Kevin Hecht
College of Commerce and Finance, Villanova University
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:48 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Oliver Bell)
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Subject: Req:Frequencies of Russian Radios
Date: 14 Jul 1996 12:59:44 GMT
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Hello Radio-Freaks,

we need the frequencies of some russian radio stations,
that we can receive in germany.
Who can help?
Best regards,

 Natascha & Oliver





From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:49 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roger Wiseman)
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Subject: Re: Req:Frequencies of Russian Radios
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 20:10:58 GMT
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[e-mail] (Oliver Bell) wrote:

>Hello Radio-Freaks,
hmmm..nice way to start off...not!
>we need the frequencies of some russian radio stations,
>that we can receive in germany.
>Who can help?
>Best regards,

> Natascha & Oliver
what happened to Boris?



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From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:50 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Don Putnick)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Rules and Regs.
Date: 15 Jul 1996 20:52:37 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>Is it possible to advise me of the Rules and REGs for the Shortwave
>News Group?  It seems whenever I leave a brief message, I come back
>a day later and it is gone - even though there's older mail from
>others.

Chuck, it has absolutely nothing to do with the newsgroup.  I'd guess one of
two things is happening, the first being most likely.

1) Your newsreader software is probably configured to display only the unread
articles. After you read your own article once, your newsreader
remembers what you've already read and totally ignores it, even though it's
still probably on your provider's newsserver.  Read your newsreader's
documentation on how to mark a read article as unread, or how to display all
articles.

2) Your provider's newsserver is messed up.  Contact your friendly local sysad

and have him/her look at it.

3) You accidentally cancelled your own article, which DOES delete it from
everyone's newsserver.  Read your newsreader's documentation on how to cancel
an article, then don't do it.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:51 1996
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From: [e-mail] (DAVID ALLAN   BOUCHER)
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Subject: Russia/Moscow...in the midday/afternoon?
Date: 16 Jul 1996 15:31:04 -0400
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Can someone suggest some frequencies (and times) that I could listen to
Radio Moscow (Which I guess is called 'The Voice of Russia' now?) Can
someone suggest some frequencies (and times) that I could listen to
Moscow...in the midday or afternoon?

I am on the East Coast (Massachusetts), and my free time for SWL tends
to be in the midday and afternoon.

Thanks!...in the midday or afternoon?

I am on the East Coast (Massachusetts), and my free time for SWL tends
to be in the midday and afternoon.

Thanks!


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From: [e-mail] (philippe bertrand)
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Subject: RWI on air
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Radio Waves int next broadcast are on Saturday 20th evening
& Sunday morning on:
11400khz listen and win tapes & cd of country music !!
web pages http://www.imaginet.fr/~rwaves/index.htm



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:52 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Sangean ATS909 performance
Date: 15 Jul 1996 21:07:52 GMT
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Has anyone tried out the new portable receiver from Sangean?

I believe the model is ATS909.

I would be interested to hear how it compares to the Sony 2010.

Any comments would be appreciated.

Colin

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:53 1996
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From: [e-mail] (News Admin)
Subject: Save MONEY on calling your radio buddies
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                I am giving away FREE 19 per minute telecard(phone
card).It is ABSOLUTELY FREE!!! You can use it for anything you would like
- long distance phone calls,fax on demand,VOICE-MAIL,conference calls,and
for all you business people that HAVE to make conference calls from that
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        You can ALSO use this for STOCK MARKET,SPORTS scores,Daily
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                All you have to do is call [phone] or write Mr
Graves at P.O. Box 1541  Logansport,Indiana 46947.

        ******* REMEMBER ***** They are ABSOlutely * FREE ! ! !!!!! *



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:55 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Selecting the Right Power Adapter (was Power for YB-400?? ...)
Date: 19 Jul 1996 20:51:16 GMT
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In a posting to rec.radio.shortwave
     Subject: Power for YB-400?? 300mA Okay?
        Date: Thu Jul 18 22:26:25 1996

Todd Rose <[e-mail]> said:

>I want to buy a power adapter for my YB-400.  It needs 9VDC, but
>what are the power or current needs?  Radio Shack sells a 500 mA
>convertible (two plugs) or a 300 mA with the exactly right plug.
>I prefer the 300 mA, but the Radio Shack guy thinks that it is
>low.  The max speaker power output for the set is 700 mW and the
>6 AA alkaline batteries run the thing for 20 hours (1 hour a day).

>I am not an EE, but there must be a way to figure out what it
>needs.

As others have answered, the best way to do this is to ask your
receiver's manufacturer to recommend a supply.  However, if you
must go it alone, here are some general guidelines.

Find out the following about your receiver, by checking its
instruction book, by asking its manufacturer, or by asking its
repair agency:

        o  The receiver's nominal supply current.
        o  The receiver's nominal input voltage.
        o  The receiver's maximum allowable input voltage.
        o  The polarity of the receiver's external power connector.

Choose as a candidate power adapter, a power adapter whose output
polarity is the SAME as your receiver's external power connector,
whose voltage rating is EQUAL to your receiver's nominal input
voltage, and whose output current rating is greater than your
receiver's nominal supply current.  Verify, WITHOUT plugging the
adapter into the AC line, that the adapter's DC connector fits your
receiver's external power socket.

Unplug the adapter from your receiver.  Plug the adapter into the
AC line and MEASURE the voltage from the connector.  (If you're at
Radio Shack, get them to MEASURE the adapter's unloaded output
voltage for you.)  The voltage measured at the connector must be
less than the receiver's maximum allowable input voltage, and
greater than the receiver's nominal input voltage.  If not, the
adapter is no longer a candidate power adapter.

Buy a candidate adapter, better yet buy a few different models that
are candidates and take it/them HOME.  (If you're at Radio Shack,
ask them about their no-questions-asked return period.)  Then do
the following listening tests in a QUIET house (it's too noisy in
even the quietest store).

Hook each candidate adaptor to the receiver.  Find a local FM
station that's playing loud music.  Crank up the volume.  Check to
see if the audio sounds as good to you as the audio does at the
same volume, when you use FRESH batteries.

Tune to an unoccupied and QUIET frequency on the FM band (or
on the SW band, if the FM band is too full where you live).  For
this test, it is best to listen with earphones.  If you have no
earphones, put your ear to the receiver's speaker.  Any hum you
hear will be there during quiet parts of a program, or while you're
trying to hear a weak DX station.  Try listening at minimum volume
and at maximum value.  Is the hum acceptable.

If you bought several adapters, decide which one seemed to work
best.  That's the one to keep.  Return the rest.  If the hum level
is unacceptable to you with any of the candidate adapters, consider
buying or building an ANALOG-regulated power supply.
--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


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From: [e-mail] (Sid)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Shortwave and ID4...a question ( a little stupid but...)
Date: 18 Jul 1996 14:59:50 GMT
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>>   So the answer is that a *few* ham/SWL types might have had the
equipment to pick up this type of signal. <<

This is NOT true. Satellite communications among hams are popular
worldwide. There are several satellites in orbit specifically for
amateurs to use. They usually use the designation "OSCAR". Also hams
monitor the weather satellites on 135 Mhz. To communicate with a
satellite does not require a traditional satellite dish.     Hope this
helps. Sid KD6YQT



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:56 1996
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From: Maurizio Lucenteforte <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: sony 7600G coverage extension
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 12:09:26 +0200
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Hello,
I bought a sony 7600G here in Italy. For law matters the coverage is
limitated in the shortwave band from 4 Mhz to 26 Mhz. Does anyone know
a modification for the coverage extension ?
Thanks in advance,

                                IK1VCX - Maurizio Lucenteforte
                                Turin, Italy.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:57 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Michael Schuster)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony ICF-SW100S warbley SSB
Date: 17 Jul 1996 09:39:22 -0400
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In article <4shl1t$[e-mail]>,
Emarit Ranu <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>       Anyone have trouble with the Sony ICF-SW100S SSB reception?  I bought
>       one and sent it back for replacement since SSB was very warbley.  The
>       replacement radio had the same problem.  I am weary of trying to get
>       another replacement if this is a design flaw (I'll call Sony tomorrow).
>       The folks I bought it from said it was "excessive microphonic and
>       PLL ripple noise".

There seems to be some sample-to-sample variation (as Larry Magne would
say) but all SW-100's seem to exhibit this to some degree. Same design
flaw as the SW-55, and one which Sony has refused to own up to.


--
Mike Schuster       |        [e-mail] | [e-mail]
------------------- | [e-mail] | [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:58 1996
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From: Jerry Stack <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SW Frequencies....on the Web?
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 08:09:09 -0700
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Charles Bolland wrote:

> >
> > Try Pete Costello's Shortwave Radio Catalog at:
> >
> > http://www.itre.ncsu.edu/radio/
> >


I tried the above URL but it does not work.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:15:59 1996
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From: [e-mail] (John Rethorst)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SW Frequencies....on the Web?
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 12:23:03 -0400
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In article <[e-mail]>, Jerry Stack <[e-mail]> wrote:
> > >
> > > Try Pete Costello's Shortwave Radio Catalog at:
> > >
> > > http://www.itre.ncsu.edu/radio/
>
> I tried the above URL but it does not work.

Try:

http://itre.ncsu.edu/radio/index.html

John


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:00 1996
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I didn't know they were off the air.  This is the freq. I have been
logging them on here in Champlin, MN, USA with DX-440 w indoor whip
and short external antenna strung indoors.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (d.pinto)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Third Request Sat. 700
Date: Sun, 14 Jul 1996 07:28:16 GMT
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        I am looking for inexpensive eeprom sources for Sat. 700, I know of
Gilfer, and would like info on other locations. please email with any
info, thanks much in advance, dp.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:02 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Noel Waddoup)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Timewave DSP-599zx. Any SSB ute.experience?
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 07:58:39 GMT
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Has anyone any detailed experience with this piece of equipment?
My area of interest is hf aero.
Can't decide whether to get one of these and hitch it up to my Icom
R71 or take the plunge and buy an AOR 7030/Drake R8A(/maybe even an
Icom R8500).

Any comments?

Thanks
Noel.



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:03 1996
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From: [e-mail] (fallowsj)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Timewave DSP-599zx. Any SSB ute.experience?
Date: 21 Jul 1996 13:12:43 GMT
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In article <4sr2b8$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Noel Waddoup) says:
>
>Has anyone any detailed experience with this piece of equipment?
>My area of interest is hf aero.
>Can't decide whether to get one of these and hitch it up to my Icom
>R71 or take the plunge and buy an AOR 7030/Drake R8A(/maybe even an
>Icom R8500).

If you have never owned a DSP, you might start out a little lower on
the food chain, and preserve some cash for the new receiver.

I use the DSP-59+, which is the predessor of the 599zx, and which I
purchased use for around half its list price.  (The most significant
peformance difference between the 59+ and 599zx is the bandwidth
affecting AM/FM reception, 3.4Khz versys 5.0Khz - the 599zx is wider
and uses a faster microprocessor.)

The DSP-59+ (and even its younger sibling the DSP-9+ which I have also
tried) is simply excellent for SSB, especially channel monitoring.
The noise reduction creates near FM quality on SSB, multiple hets
disappear, and the built in AGC means you do not need to worry about
overloading.  You can drive the 59+ from either speaker or line out.

If you do digital decoding, the 59+ does great as well, either through
noise reduction and bandwidth, and/or by regenerating the signal and
sending nice clean tones to your decoder.

I am sure the 599zx does all these things as well or better, plus more.
(Come to think of it, I wish I had one.)  If you buy a used 59+, you can
upgrade to the latest features with firmware quite inexpensively.)

Then, spend the rest of your money on the AR7030.  I have had mine for
2 weeks, and it's great.


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:04 1996
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Subject: TWA-800 Search & Rescue
Date: Thu, 18 Jul 96 15:47:47 PDT
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I have been monitoring 2.670 USB all day listening to Coast Guard
Cutter Harriet Lane (command post), speaking with other Search &
Rescue operations.  Please post any other pertinent frequencies.

Pete, KC3TL



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (DAVID ALLAN   BOUCHER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: VOA....in the midday/afternoon?
Date: 16 Jul 1996 18:06:12 -0400
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Can someone suggest some frequencies (and times) that I could listen to
VOA...in the midday or afternoon?

I am on the East Coast (Massachusetts), and my free time for SWL tends
to be in the midday and afternoon.

Thanks!

Dave in Boston  (E-Mail: [e-mail])


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (George Snyder)
Subject: Re: VOA....in the midday/afternoon?
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  > Can someone suggest some frequencies (and times) that I could listen
  > to VOA...in the midday or afternoon?
  >
  > I am on the East Coast (Massachusetts), ...

VOA broadcast schedules are available from their Gopher site.  Using a
WWW browser, try URL:
    gopher://gopher.voa.gov:70/00/voa-sked/langs-and-freqs

Over the last couple of months, the afternoon transmissions to Europe
and North Africa on 10454 LSB have been coming in particularly well for
me (just north of Boston).

Good listening,

--  George Snyder       Intermetrics, Inc.     Internet:  [e-mail]
--                      733 Concord Avenue        Voice:  [phone]
--                      Cambridge, MA 02138 USA


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:07 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jeremy Lansman)
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        You are right, in that a project I describe would not be for a casual
broadcaster.  It would take, however, more legal work than technical
work.  It is something someone might do who wanted to pioneer legal
ground.

        Getting a translator license is easy, assuming you can find a channel
that won't interfere with another station.  And, individuals can
qualify.

        The FCC rules are below.
.......
º74.1232  Eligibility and licensing requirements.
        (a)  Subject to the restrictions set forth in paragraph (d) of this
section, a license for an FM broadcast translator station may be
issued to any qualified individual, organized group of individuals,
broadcast station licensee, or local civil governmental body, upon an
appropriate showing that plans for financing the installation and
operation of the translator are sufficiently sound to assure prompt
construction of the translator and dependable service.
........

        The interference engineering can be learned, but isin't too tough for
the technacally able.  And it would cost a bit more to build than a
pirate station.  But, then you would, after all, have a real license
when it is all said and done.

        The real cost would be leading a legal challange.  I believe going to
court is much more wor!

[e-mail] (Damon Z Cassell) wrote:

>Jeremy Lansman ([e-mail]) wrote:

>:      It is important to tell no one what you plan to do.  First you get the
>: Construction Permit from the FCC.  Then build the station. Get it one
>: the air.  Thereafter you file your application for a license.  This is
>: the normal procedure.  After a few months you get a license in the
>: mail.  Meanwhil, maybe you are translating a station you think stinks.
>: So what?

>:      If you have the guts, and legal help, plug in an audio mixer and start
>: local programming.  Call the FCC and ask the FCC to issue a citation.
>: You can be the first to take FM radio "microbroadcasting" to court as
>: a pure First Amendment case.  Since you woulld have an FCC license,
>: you cannot be violating a technical standard.  It can ony be a program
>: content standard.

>This is interesting advice and a possible workable alternative, but
>generally it's a little out of the scope of people who want to get on
>the air with a minimum of time and monetary investment.  And I'm not
>so sure you could just as easily get a license for translating.  I was
>under the impression that only existing fully licensed station could
>file for a translator for their frequency only.  Or something like that.

>I think that in order to gain the most visibility as a real movement,
>individuals are going to have to stand up and blatantly "violate" FCC
>regulations.  When the microbroadcasting revolution becomes less of a
>trickle and more of a torrent, there will be little the FCC can do but
>ignore it, or change the rules.

>-- Damon
>Northeastern University.





From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:08 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roger Bolwig)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WEATHER FAX
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 96 20:07:36 -0400
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Thanx to all who requested my program " The Weather Man "

Due to the huge response,I emailed about 500 copies of the program.

If you did not get yours yet..again my mail system was down.

Also could LOWE ELECTRONICS pls email me again!
As well as the fellow from the NOAA.

Also a WEB SITE for the program will be up soon!!!! with FTP...


Till then E-mail your requests for the FREE!!  repeat FREE program
to decode wx faxes in REAL TIME...256k Grey Scale.


Comments from people who use the wxman from me would be nice.


I am the ONLY OFFICIAL site for the program & technical support.


AGAIN    THIS  IS   A   FREEBIE  !!!!    Do not SEND ME  $$$$$

Also to the guy who FLAMED me for using foil paper to shield my radio
gear, the metal box you used id GREAT!!

Too bad it cost you $$$$...   mine only 39 cents!!  DUhhh!
And worked 100% ! ! ! !

Thanx again People..Looking forward to hearing from you.



[e-mail]



















From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:09 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kees van Engelen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: What else with hamcomm-modem?
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 16:56:16 GMT
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Hi All!!!


I have a hamcomm modem, but like to extend the use of it!
I already use it for JVFAX, HAMCOMM, PKTMON .

I am looking for POCSAG, PACTOR etc

What software do I need and where (!) can I download it (or demo of
it)



Thanks very much for your attention !

Kees (Holland)




From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:10 1996
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From: [e-mail] (PageOne)
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Subject: What to Buy YB400 vs 7600G
Date: 16 Jul 1996 15:49:29 GMT
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I am having a hard time trying to decide which radio to buy.

Is the sync detector on the Sony ICF7600G worth the extra money over the lower

priced Grundig YB400? (about $60-$100 CDN) As other that the sync detection
both radios appear to be equal.

Neil Douglas
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:11 1996
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From: Dan Prysby <[e-mail]>
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[e-mail] (PageOne) wrote:
>I am having a hard time trying to decide which radio to buy.
>
>Is the sync detector on the Sony ICF7600G worth the extra money over the lowe
r
>priced Grundig YB400? (about $60-$100 CDN) As other that the sync detection
>both radios appear to be equal.

Since most SW is AM, sync detection can recover weak signals.
I have the Sony. There is a noticable difference switching the
sync det in and out.
Is it worth the money? Can't say. Perhaps a better antenna on the
Grundig would do just as well.
The Sony does come with a VERY nice SW world station guide but no
AC adapter.

Can you look at both in a store?

Dan Prysby



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:13 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: Where to mail order WRTH?
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 1996 16:39:13 -0700
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Len Anderson wrote:
>
> AF>Can anyone tell me where I can mail order a copy of either the World
> AF>Radio-Television Handbook or the Passport to World Band Radio? I have
> been AF>looking for them in Singpaore local book shop but couldn't seem
> to find one.

Mr. Anderson;

Current prices for the above books:

World Radio TV Handbook '96 ed. (order #2000) $24.95 + $2 bookrate shipping

1996 Passport to Worldband Radio (order #1000) $19.95 + $2

Both books are currently in-stock for immediate shipping.

Check out our web page for more details - http://www.universal-radio.com

Rick Haas
Universal Radio


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From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
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Subject: WTT for Sony ICF-Pro 80
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I am looking for a very clean Sony ICF-Pro 80 handheld scanning
receiver.  I would be willing to trade a brand new Sony 7600G portable
(with Sync Detector and SSB) receiver and Sony regulated AC supply for
it.

If this sounds potentially interesting, please E-Mail.

Steve
WB7PSD



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:14 1996
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From: [e-mail] (David Crawford)
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Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: Tue, 16 Jul 1996 12:55:48 -0400
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:

> In article <4scfiu$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
> comments :
>
> >WWVB AT 60-KILOHERTZ ON THE DIAL, IS ABOUT TO QUADRUPLE ITS POWER SO YOU
>
> Don't wish to appear 'picky', but here in Europe we've been using such
> "Radio Controlled" clocks and watches for some considerable time now.
>
> (Looks at wrist watch [controlled via DCF 77 (Frankfurt) 77.5 kHz and
> desk clock [controlled via MSF (Rugby) 60kHz]).
>
> Not exactly new technology, though no doubt the power hike will be
> welcome for owners of such items in the US.
>
> Perhaps ABC should be informed ..? ;')
>
> --
>

Hi Ray:

Could you please post the name(s) and addresses of those
companies that produce those clocks.  I know Junghans
makes them, but I have been unable to locate a good
address for them.

As for the Rugby operated clocks, it seems like it
would be not much more than reprogramming the microprocessor
that runs the clock to make them work over here on WWVB.

ANY help will be appreciated by us here in the states.

David Crawford      [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:16 1996
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From: Steve Whitt <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: 17 Jul 1996 13:08:46 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]> Richard E. Hankison, [e-mail]
writes:
> but if people in the UK
>are walking around with wrist watches controlled by atomic clocks, they
>are well ahead of us people in the states - or at least those that I
>know.  I know of noone with such a watch, and I am one of the only people
>I know who has a clock that is driven by WWV.

In the UK radio controlled clocks are not just for the techo-freak or
specialist user. Models are regularly advertised in general consumer
catalogues (e.g the sort that get stuffed into the Sunday newspapers).
Prices are around 25-35 uk pounds. A few years ago clocks appeared
(mainly in more specialist sources) at 50-70 pounds. They've now firmly
migrated into the normal consumer market.

Steve


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:17 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ed Welch)
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Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 1996 15:56:19 GMT
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[e-mail] (John Kodis) wrote:

>In article <4scfiu$[e-mail]>,
>David R. Alpert <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>
>>BUILD INTO CLOCKS AND WRISTWATCHES TINY RADIO RECEIVERS THAT PICK-UP WWVB
>>AND AUTOMATICALLY KEEP THE TIMEPIECES ON-TIME! NO MORE RE-SETTING YOUR
>>CLOCKS AFTER A POWER FAILURE! AND NO MORE VCR'S BLINKING 12-O'CLOCK ALL THE
>>TIME.
>
>Wouldn't it be easier to send a time signal over the cable system, and
>use that to reset the time after a power failure?  I understand that
>this idea is in the works, but haven't seen any VCR's that incorporate
>such a feature.
>
>-- John Kodis.
>

Many U.S. PBS stations transmit a time code signal.  Some new VCR's
can set the time automatically when tuned to that station.  If the VCR
is able to tune to the PBS station directly (not connected to a cable
box), it can reset the time periodically or after a power failure
entirely automatically.

        Ed


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>Hi Ray:
>
>Could you please post the name(s) and addresses of those
>companies that produce those clocks.  I know Junghans
>makes them, but I have been unable to locate a good
>address for them.
>
>As for the Rugby operated clocks, it seems like it
>would be not much more than reprogramming the microprocessor
>that runs the clock to make them work over here on WWVB.
>
>ANY help will be appreciated by us here in the states.
>
>David Crawford      [e-mail]


Hello David,

        There are several sources of MSF and DCF77 clocks over here, I
have the details at the office, but one place to try is Canford Audio,
in Newcastle, UK.  Their phone number is (44) 191 415 0044 and their FAX
is: (44) 191 416 0392

        You can get more details about the Rugby MSF 60 kHz service by
looking on the National Physical Laboratory web page at: www.npl.co.uk


        73, Richard Buckby

        Ambergate, Derbyshire, England

e-mail: [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:19 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Norm Flasch)
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Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: 17 Jul 1996 14:22:44 GMT
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[e-mail] (myke) writes:
> Norm Flasch ([e-mail]) wrote:
>
> : Why on earth would anyone need a wristwatch that is connected to the NBS?
>
>       Bite your tongue, Norm. You're going to be insulting time-signal
>       DXers next. Then I'll have to chew yr widdle fingers off.
>       And I find it ironic that a computer science departmentalist
>       is talking about others being led around by the nose by
>       technology.
>       :/
>
> --
> i can't breathe          myke weiskopf infoweb     now netscaped
> and i can't see    http://execpc.com/~jerk   all updated links

Well, I just spent a weekend in the north woods.  Remember the Chicago
song with the words "Anybody really know what time it is?  Anybody
really care?"  When I look back at what is important in life...

I enjoy technology as much as anyone I know.  It is my bread and butter.
My wife and I like DXing.  It always suprises me what she picks up on
her walkman at night.  We regularly listen to old time radio on WSAI
in Cincinatti here at 10:00 Chicago time.  The BBC is a regular in our
house.

Just expressing my opinion.
--
Norm Flasch          [e-mail]            Northwestern University
          Electrical Engineering and Computer Science


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:20 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
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Wasn't there a land, in Swift's  "Gullivers Travels", where the inhabitants
wore their gods on their wrists.  No, judging by the publication date, they
must have carried their gods in their pockets.  But the idea is the same.


Vincent Mulhollon ([e-mail]) writes:
> John Kodis ([e-mail]) wrote:
> : In article <4scfiu$[e-mail]>,
>
> : Wouldn't it be easier to send a time signal over the cable system, and
> : use that to reset the time after a power failure?  I understand that
> : this idea is in the works, but haven't seen any VCR's that incorporate
> : such a feature.
>
> This would make a self setting wristwatch rather a challenge.  Also
> cable TV installations are generally messy enough without having
> to cable up clock radios and microwave ovens.
>
> I think your self setting VCR should have a ten cent IR LED that
> would broadcast an easy to decode time signal.  Maybe in urban
> environments you could add IR time broadcasters in shop windows
> and entranceways.  Certainly airports would enjoy the automatic
> time zone setting.
>
> I believe Casio makes a watch that reads flashes of light from your
> computer to load alarms and apointments.  A self setting watch would
> probably be simpler and have a bigger market, so I estimate $60.
>
> Finaly, why do devices that don't need clocks, like microwave ovens,
> have clocks?  And why can't they automatically blank the display
> instead of showing that offensive flashing 12:00 after a power
> failure?
>
> --
> Vince Mulhollon N9NFB


--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


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From: [e-mail] (David Crawford)
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Gene Fornario) wrot
e:

>
> I like to have my watches and clocks down to the second.  In the shortwave
> radio hobby, and other applications, I need this to time events. Currently
> the quartz watches I have do drift, and it would be great to have something
> like that I wouldn't have to manually set every couple of days.
>
> Do you know if the Rugby 60 KHz clocks receivers would work with the WWVB
> signal?
>
> Gene--

Hi Gene:

A radio dealer in the UK sent a couple of clocks to the US to
check.  Unfortunately they didn't work.  The format of the
two signals are different.  Since these clocks are probably
microprocessor controlled,  It's just a matter of reprogramming
it to read the WWVB time code.

David Crawford
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:22 1996
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From: [e-mail] (PageOne)
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Subject: YB400 vs Sony ICF7600G
Date: 16 Jul 1996 02:59:21 GMT
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I am finding hard to decide which of these radios one should buy. Do you go
for sync detection(sony) or selectable bandwidth(YB). All the reviews I have
see on both seem to make it 6 of one 1/2 dozen of the other! Are there real
differences or are these just both good radios with differing design ideas?

Neil Douglas
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Jul 21 19:16:24 1996
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From: robert colin newell <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: YB400 vs Sony ICF7600G
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PageOne wrote:
>
> I am finding hard to decide which of these radios one should buy.

The SYNC detection gives you a selection of choices in the
area of bandwidth choice and tone control due to the nature
of the process.
The 7600G is well put together. It feels more robust.
The SSB reception seems better to my ears.
The 7600G has less synth noise.
It has slightly less sensitivity than the YB400 BUT the
quiet synth makes up for that quality.
I find the 7600G very navigation friendly.

Tough choice?

I bought the Sony.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:24 1996
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From: Matt <[e-mail]>
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          Finally, I lowered the price for y'all!
$500, that's right, only $500 for the famous DRAKE SW-8!!!!!!
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               Shipped to your door for $500!
      In original box, with A.C. adaptor and manuals,
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:25 1996
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From: Michael Olsen <[e-mail]>
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Hello all,

I have recently purchased a Sangean 818-CS, and am quite happy with its
construction/features/performance, but I have a question concerning the
function of a slider switch on its left side.  It's labled 'BEAT OUT' and
the options are '1' or '2'.  The manual makes absolutely no mention of
its function, and I can discern absolutely *no* difference when it's in
either position, on any band, or with BFO on or off.

My guess is that it selects between upper and lower SSB (as there is no
other selector switch for this), but when listening to a SSB xmission and
switching between 1 and 2, there is no difference.  I'm wondering if the
switch is then *broken*.

If you know what this switch does, please let me know by *personal email*
as I am not a regular reader of this group.  You might want to post your
answer/guess to the group too, though :)

TIA,

Michael Olsen
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:26 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Albert Earnhardt)
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Michael Olsen <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hello all,

>I have recently purchased a Sangean 818-CS, and am quite happy with its
>construction/features/performance, but I have a question concerning the
>function of a slider switch on its left side.  It's labled 'BEAT OUT' and
>the options are '1' or '2'.  The manual makes absolutely no mention of
>its function, and I can discern absolutely *no* difference when it's in
>either position, on any band, or with BFO on or off.

>My guess is that it selects between upper and lower SSB (as there is no
>other selector switch for this), but when listening to a SSB xmission and
>switching between 1 and 2, there is no difference.  I'm wondering if the
>switch is then *broken*.

>If you know what this switch does, please let me know by *personal email*
>as I am not a regular reader of this group.  You might want to post your
>answer/guess to the group too, though :)

>TIA,

>Michael Olsen
>[e-mail]

I think this is included on the "CS" version because of the cassette
recorder feature. All tape recorders have bias oscillators that
opperate at about 40 - 100 kHz. These oscillators produce harmonics of
their fundamental frequency that can cause a "beat" on the station
that you are recording. This switch lets you choose between two
different bias frequencies to avoid interference when recording. The
bias frequency doesn't have to be precise to achieve its purpose of
reducing tape hiss and improving frequency response of the recording.

All the best,

Al



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:27 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Russ)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: [Q] Sony 2010 Mods
Date: 23 Jul 1996 16:34:02 GMT
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Dan Ferguson ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Craig Siegenthaler <[e-mail]> wrote:
:
: >If it is a 2001D then it too might require protection if
: >protection diodes are not installed at Q303.
:
: I dunno whether it had protection or not, but I fried the front end of
: an old 2001 after a brief walk across the carpet in dry weather.  On
: the other hand, I used (misused is probably a better word a number of
: 2010s & 2001Ds & never managed to pop a Q303.  :-)

hmmm..from my last review of the 2010's schematic (and if memory still
works OK)...

those diodes are only in-circuit when the external antenna jack is NOT
being used.  Whether Sony did it purposefully (to cover failures like you
had from carpet-zapping) and chose to neglect the external antenna jack
connection, I dunno.  I've had a large antenna tied to the whip for 2
years now living in Thunderstorm Alley (central FL), only disconnect it
for closeby storms, and have had no problems yet (crossing my fingers).

russ



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (CASchwark)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: ANN: Radiofest 96 Daily Schedule
Date: 22 Jul 1996 10:08:35 -0400
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The Daily Schedule of Events is now posted on
Chuck Schwark's Antique Radio Resource Page at:

http://members.aol.com/caschwark/index.htm

Chuck Schwark
ARCI


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Antenna in a steel building
Date: 23 Jul 1996 13:04:20 GMT
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Scott ([e-mail]) writes:
> I work in a steel building and need ideas on building an antenna that will
> work well on this type of building.  It must be close to "invisible".
>
> I was wondering if I could "load up" the steel frame work as an antenna?
>

First, try grounding your receiver either to a COLD water line or to a
10-24x1.5" or a 10-32x1.5" screw that you have pushed into the small,
round ground-pin on an AC wall outlet.  If that doesn't help, and try an
amplified antenna set up near a window; Radio Shack has one (#20-280), and
they have a good no-questions-asked return policy.  If that doesn't work, try
an outdoor antenna made of small-gage magnet wire (Radio Shack #278-1345).
I'd start by dropping a lightly-weighted piece out the window.
--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Matthews)
Subject: RE: Anyone know how to contact Claes Olsson?
Date: 20 Jul 96 22:21:04 -0700
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Andrew,

I believe he lives in Sweden, perhaps in Norkkopping...   Wasn't he
involved with the last Radio Saint Helena broadcast in 1994 and/or
with the NorDX Contest?   You might send a message to him to get his
postal address by accessing the Radio Saint Helena WWW site in
Sweden.  If you need that address, drop me an e-mail.

Bill Matthews

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:31 1996
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Subject: BDXC home page available again
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BDXC Homepage at:

   http://www-dx.deis.unibo.it/htdx/swls/bdxc.html

is available again .....

73's Jan


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:32 1996
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Lines: 10

The BDXC home page cannot be accessed at the moment for
reasons unknown to me ....
I am trying to find out what is the matter at the server
in Italy.
Just be patient; we'll be back, I hope :-)
I will let you know .....

73's from a sunny Texel island (however thunderstorm and
rain is expected at night and tomorrow).

Jan


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From: [e-mail] (Joel Rubin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
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Date: 23 Jul 1996 16:38:21 GMT
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The Beeb pre-empted the U.S. drama "Murder One" for the Olympics, and the
satellite broadcaster BSkyB was going to show it, but that stopped when
the Beeb threatened them with legal action, according to the Tuesday
web-London Telegraph.
--
 "The Misinformation Highway Begins Here."
        -- Monty Python Web Site (http://www.pythonline.com)



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:35 1996
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From: Peter Morgan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Black-box international travel question
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 19:29:29 +0100
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In message <[e-mail]>
        Ray Woodward <[e-mail]> writes:

> As I understand it (after the Lockerbie incident) airport staff started
> to require radio's etc be demonstrated.

> At the time of typing this message I am not aware of any *confirmation*
> of TWA 800 involving foul play, therefore I assume (until anything is
> *confirmed* [either way]) that the situation remains the same ...

When I went to Chicago last November, there were three members of
American Airways staff asking questions about who packed the bags,
etc.  I did carry a Saisho set, which had some AAA batteries to
keep the clock & memories going, but no AAs to power it.  I was
asked whether I had any electrical equipment, and answered yes,
but the batteries are separate, and no-one asked me to show it was
a genuine radio.

Actually, I was more concerned when they asked about who I was visiting
as I went to see an e-mail friend and only knew his name and number...
someone in the film business in LA, so maybe I was after some drugs :-)

Fortunately, security level was dropped slightly while I was over there,
just around Thanksgiving, to reduce queues at check-in, I guess.  But I
really wish I could have used the radio - I should have been warned the
flight from Chicago to/from LA had no films/music available, and I didn't
want to sleep (departed around 13:00 and arrived around 15:00 but about
4 hours actual flight time)  :-(  after reading the papers and magazines
it was a touch boring until Grand Canyon was visible :-)   Peter.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:37 1996
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From: [e-mail] (PeterJ MSP)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Black-box international travel question
Date: 24 Jul 1996 10:38:19 -0400
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I used to work for Pan Am and saw a great deal of airport security in
action. If you CHECK your stuff in your baggage, it might be scanned, but
probably will not be. IF you appear to be suicidal or incredibly
frightened the baggage checker will probably mark your bag, and it will be
searched without your knowledge. If you're racial ancestry is Arab and it
shows, it WILL be searched. If you have any Arabic or Hebrew writing on
the bag, it will be searched. IF you have a baggage tag from an Arab
nation or especially Israel on your bag, you will be searched. (Just a
case of the airlines knowing where terrorism is coming from and trying to
nip it in the bud.)

If you try to carry it on, and they think it's an actual bomb, there won't
be any alarms... you'll probably just meet quickly and quietly a couple of
extra police officers, who will show you a little room and ask you to
explain yourself.

The big reason security is such a problem at airlines is that the general
public IS invited into the airport, (and if that were not so, there
wouldn't be much point to having it in the first place.) Much in the way
of security involves identifying people who are 'risks' and concentrating
on them. (They do a darn good job, you just don't hear about the times
they intercept the bad guys before they manage to do something naughty.)

Bottom line... if you're not carrying anything that can be used as a
weapon, or as a bomb (or dry ice) you don't have too much to worry about.

Peter


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:38 1996
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From: [e-mail] ( Luan Cong )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: China Radio Int'l "promos" on WOR?
Date: 25 Jul 1996 15:13:32 GMT
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Ma Ying-Jeou wrote:

>[e-mail] (David A. Kaye) Wrote

>>Jamming the VOA and BBC are benign compared to their *real* violations,
>>such as the Tianamen Square massacre, the use of slave and prison labor
>>for manufacturing products (most of which are sold in the USA in nearly
>>any gift shop, drugstore or video store), and the genocide against the
>>Tibetans.  These are the REAL crimes the Chinese are doing.

>Real crimes?  Stop lying. You don't know what you are talking about

>The real crime is the genocide of millions of native Americans by the
>white people.  How about the eradication of native culture?
>Beating up black people?  Homeless?  Drug users?  Rapists?

>Minority Tibetans are treated better in China than black or Hispanics
>are treated in the USA.  China treats its minorities better than the
>USA treat its minorities

>Slave labor?  Any proof?  You just can't stand regular Chinese
>making better quality widget  than you.

>*** There are more prisoners in the USA than in mainland China ***

>Get over it, there are Chinese better at making widgets than a bum liked
>you.

>Stop lying.

What does this have to do with shortwave?  At least the original poster
said something about jamming VOA.

- Luan



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:39 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Clear Channel AM stations
Date: 27 Jul 1996 09:08:57 GMT
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Bill Funk ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I have a need for a listing of all the clear channel 50,000 AM stations
: in the US. Preferably on the WEB, but will certainly accept one
: here on by Email to address below.
: Thanks for any help.
: --
:       Bill Funk - [e-mail]
:       ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
:               User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
:                            Try one near you!

--

    Try the "Radio Collections" section of the Shortwave/Radio Catalog's
AM/FM page. You will also find some FCC database links on the Radio
Services page of the catalog. You can use the "find" capability of
your WWW browser to locate "collections" and "FCC" on those pages.

    URL:   http://itre.ncsu.edu/radio/

   Pete Costello
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:40 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Judy May)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: connecting simple external antenna to portable
Date: 24 Jul 1996 21:05:10 GMT
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To improve upon the built-in whip antenna on my Sangean ATS-818, I have
strung an insulated wire from one corner of my apartment to the opposite
corner.  My receiver accepts a standard 1/8" mini phone plug for the
external antenna.  I am wondering which lead of the plug I should solder
the wire to: the tip of the plug or the shank?  If I connect the antenna
wire to the tip of the plug, do I connect the shank to anything (such as
ground), or just leave it unconnected?


Thanks in advance for any answers...


Judy May


--

        --- Judy May           [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (CHRISTOPHER CARTWRIGHT)
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Subject: Re: connecting simple external antenna to portable
Date: 25 Jul 1996 14:25:33 GMT
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Albert Earnhardt ([e-mail]) wrote:
: [e-mail] (Judy May) wrote:
:
: >To improve upon the built-in whip antenna on my Sangean ATS-818, I have
: >strung an insulated wire from one corner of my apartment to the opposite

:
: The antenna goes to the tip. You can solder a wire with an alligator
: clip on one end to the sleeve or "shank" and experiment with a ground.

I have a DX-390 that has the 1/8" antenna plug.  I soldered a piece of
RG-58 to it (center conductor to the tip, shield to the "barrel") and the
other end has a multi-element wire dipole.  This has proven to work much
better than other combinations of long wires with various grounding
schemes.  I also use a 4'x4' loop made of 300' of wire tied in the same
way and it made a 30Db difference over the internal ferrite for most of
the stuff below 500Khz.

The more you can "tune" the length of the antenna to what you want to
listen to, the better you're results will be.

-- Christopher Cartwright, Tech. Engineer    |  ...our chief weapons are fear,
-- Voice 301.295.0809      N3XRV             |  fear and surprise, and nice
-- Mail  [e-mail]         |  red uniforms, oh damn!!
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:42 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Albert Earnhardt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: connecting simple external antenna to portable
Date: Thu, 25 Jul 1996 02:52:17 GMT
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[e-mail] (Judy May) wrote:



>To improve upon the built-in whip antenna on my Sangean ATS-818, I have
>strung an insulated wire from one corner of my apartment to the opposite
>corner.  My receiver accepts a standard 1/8" mini phone plug for the
>external antenna.  I am wondering which lead of the plug I should solder
>the wire to: the tip of the plug or the shank?  If I connect the antenna
>wire to the tip of the plug, do I connect the shank to anything (such as
>ground), or just leave it unconnected?


>Thanks in advance for any answers...


>Judy May


The antenna goes to the tip. You can solder a wire with an alligator
clip on one end to the sleeve or "shank" and experiment with a ground.
Try clipping it to a sink faucet or if on the ground floor out to an
actual ground rod. Sometimes it helps reduce noise... sometimes it
makes it worse! Experiment and enjoy!

All the best,
Al

>        --- Judy May           [e-mail]





From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:44 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Quest)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Crank-up generator.
Date: 23 Jul 1996 21:16:40 GMT
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Public Service Telecommunications Consortium ([e-mail]) wrote:

: I think the crank-up generator would be an excellent idea.  I
: have worked in many developing countries and seen some
: variants (bicycle powered, for example) but nothing really
: satisfactory.  And, affordable.  There are a lot of places
: I've been where solar power would be too high a technology
: or the constant rain (Ponape/Micronesia - 402 inches per
: year) would render it less usable than what is needed.  A
: recollection: the first Nagra tape recorder I ever used,
: back in 1958, was hand-cranked.  And, expensive - about
: $2,000.00 in 1958 dollars, hardly of use for the
: third world.  Bert Cowlan.

        My machinist friend is very excited about the idea.  I will employ
a kilohertz class alternator for the generation of high frequency AC
directly to a solid-state switching regulator.  My friend will design the
mechanical drive, and I will do the electronics.  I will announce when a
prototype is available for selected evaluation................sq

--
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:45 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ross Archer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Disappointment with 7600G
Date: Tue, 23 Jul 1996 08:16:14 GMT
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[e-mail] (sheldon sheps) wrote:

>I've just bought a 7600G.

>Took it home and compared  it to my older analog, Grundig 230.
>THE GRUNDIG is much, much better in the 4900-5100 khz (60 metre) band.
>Where I can get a number of stations clearly on the older radio as I
>write this at 8:09 pm EDT on July 22nd, the new one can only pull in
>WWCR at 5.065.

If it's just a matter of some sensitivity, one possibility is a good
LOW-NOISE pre-amp.   Kiwa makes one for $99 which adds
a low-pass filter on the front end to 10dB of preamplification.
This should more than make up the difference in sensitivity,
and you'll probably end up with a lower noise figure as well.
I've never been thrilled with the 7600Gs sensitivity at the low end,
especially.  Once you have enough signal to start making out
audio, the sync. detector really helps out in many (most?) cases.

>Took the radio back to Atlantic Ham Radio in Toronto; after some time
>I exchanged the radio for another  7600G one. No better.

>The main reason I bought the 7600G was increased sensitivity and the
>sync detector.  The synch detector works but it is not much use when
>the radio doesn't pick up the stations I want.

>One of the salesmen says that radios have varying performance quality
>in different bands, and the Grundig may just be better on this band.

>The radios are being used in fairly adverse conditions -- in a
>basement, 10 feet from a window , use the built in whip antenna but
>they are sitting side-by-side.

>I'm not sure where  to go from here, the Yacht Boy 400 or the new
>Sangean radio?

>.

>Thanks in advance,

>Sheldon Sheps
>[e-mail]
>Toronto.







From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:46 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Disco Kid)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: DXing Broadcast Band
Date: 23 Jul 1996 17:13:34 -0400
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Does anyone know if there is a AM DX newsgroup. Thanks


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:47 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Charles P. Crawford)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: DXing Broadcast Band
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 19:12:47 +0100
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In article <4t3f9u$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Disco
Kid) wrote:

> Does anyone know if there is a AM DX newsgroup. Thanks

Disco, try [e-mail]

They put out good email info on am dx.

But no specialized AM DX newsgroup.

Charlie in western KY.

--
   "I was so much older then, I'm younger than that now."
                                          B. Dylan


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:48 1996
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Subject: Extraordinary Science Rad
From: [e-mail] (Monte Carroll)
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TM>        Sorry about the last post, messed up (he, he). Does anyone know
TM>what happened to the Tesla Society Broadcast? I haven't listened for a
TM>while and it's gone....

TM>Thanks!
TM>-Tom

I heard it on WWCR (I think 5065) on Saturday night 10:00PM, Central.
UT would be Sunday, 0300.  Interesting show.  I enjoy listening to it
also.

Monte


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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:50 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Thomas Mahanna)
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Subject: Extraordinary Science Radio Hour?
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Hi:
        Sorry about the last post, messed up (he, he). Does anyone know
what happened to the Tesla Society Broadcast? I haven't listened for a
while and it's gone....

Thanks!
-Tom



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From: [e-mail] (Jim Overstreet)
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[e-mail] (Thomas Mahanna) wrote:

. Does anyone know
>what happened to the Tesla Society Broadcast?

Sunday night, 10 or 11 pm Central time.




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[e-mail] (Thomas Mahanna) wrote:
 Does anyone know
>what happened to the Tesla Society Broadcast?

Sunday nights, either 10 or 11 pm CDT.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:53 1996
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From: Kim Niendorf <[e-mail]>
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"Anthony R. Gold" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>In article <[e-mail]>
>           [e-mail] "Walt Davidson" writes:
>
>> Extract from Radiocommunications Agency Pamphlet RA 169:
>> No Licence is required to use a radio receiver, provided it
>> However, it must only be used for
>> receiving the transmissions meant for general reception, such as
>> authorised sound broadcasts, messages sent by radio amateurs and
>> Citizens' Band Radio ....."
>
>It is refreshing to see the exact language of the regulation in place
>of paraphrases and interpretations.
>
>Some while back there was a discussion on whether reception of GPS
>was authorised, and then this discussion degenerated into whether GPS
>might be allowed as perhaps a standard frequency transmission.  Now
>Walt's quote make clear that this standard frequency reference was
>simply a part of a list of examples of transmissions meant for
>general reception, and was never a part of any exclusive list.  So
>clearly GPS is allowed simply because it is intended for
>general reception.

I would not make this assumption.  The definition of what is
transmitted for "general reception" is very vague.  And there
is no way of knowing, if you puck up a radio transmission,
whether it was intended for general reception.  Are beacons,
V-markers and such like permitted?  I doubt it which is why
people are warned to steer clear of this form of DXing.

--
Kim

==============================================================
   Animal with vegetable, mineral and anorak connections.
Don't hold me responsible for anything factual in this posting
==============================================================






























From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:54 1996
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http://www.comfm.fr/atlanta.htm

--------
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--
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L'actualite du monde de la radio : 3615 "COMFM"
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Radios, TV, Satellite, radios en direct sur Internet !


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:55 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: FREQ.'S FOR JFK AIR DISAS.???
Date: 22 Jul 1996 12:08:14 GMT
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In article <4sod2p$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] goes on
about ...
>
>Will Flor wrote:
>>>There's been lots of action on 5696 USB (USCG primary SAR HF
>frequency) and some on 8983 USB as well.<<
>
>Stupid question time....can I monitor these freqs. here in Northeast
>Ohio/Cleveland area with my DX-440??
>
>
>
>
>
>Mark Szorady (Georgetoon)
>

    You should be able to do that, even with just a whip antenna.
You may not get the aircraft side quite as well as the ground
side, though.



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 E-mail: [e-mail]                                         ^^^^
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:56 1996
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From: Robbin Olson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: FS/FT:  Icom HT (W31-A)
Date: Mon, 22 Jul 1996 11:25:56 -0500
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I have an Icom HT (W31-A) that I would like to sell.  The unit was
purchased late March 1996 and is in like new condition.  Includes vinyl
carrying case.

The freqencies have been opened for extended RX/TX.  The battery is the
BP-173 (high power) 9.6 V (5 watts).  This unit nice.

I am open to offers or would consider a trade for a dual band
mobile; ham radio; or quality shortwave radio.

Please e-mail me at [e-mail] or [e-mail]

R. Olson


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From: [e-mail] (James H. Haynes)
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In article <4t0llf$[e-mail]>,
T E I X E I R A  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>...
>cut backs.  Guess what's for sale......... But I guess that's the American
>way.  d8-/  2 meters and 70cm are at the top of the list.........
>
Don't sweat it - they're also going to eliminate the FCC so there will be
no enforcement, we can all just be pirates.

No, on second thought, that may not work.  Even if they can't send us to
jail for pirating, the people who bought the frequencies can sue us for
using them.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:58 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 12:20:37
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail]
g (Rich & Katy Mulvey) writes:

>On 22 Jul 1996 19:43:43 GMT, T E I X E I R A <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>cut backs.  Guess what's for sale......... But I guess that's the American
>>way.  d8-/  2 meters and 70cm are at the top of the list.........

>   First of all, the spectrum auctions started out when the Democrats
>were in control of Congress.  If you want to blame someone,
>start with them, since they set the precedent.

>   Secondly, the 2M and 70cm bands are NOT "at the top of the list."
>They, as well as a number of other band segments, are
>to be studied as candidates for the "Little Leos."  Nothing more.
>Anyone who states otherwise is either paranoid, ignorant, or both.

Further comment here...I wonder why the ARRL and everyone else suddenly has
their shorts in a knot over the proposed grab after 2M. Observant readers of
Aviation Week & Space Technology, or those with access to old issues, will
find Motorola advertising from two to three *years* ago, perhaps more,
promoting their Iridum satellite network (which should now be dubbed
"praseodymium" since it's 66 rather than 77 satellites, but that's another
story) and announcing that 146-148 MHz was to be one of the frequency bands
used by the service. Where were we then, I most humbly ask?

Mark Johnson WB9QLR/0
Licensed in 1974.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:34:59 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jim Kehler)
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[e-mail] (Richard Paul Merrell) wrote:


>wE CAN ALWAYS DO WHAT ALL THE PRIVATE REPATER SYSTEMS ON 440 DO.
>$1200. PLEASE AND THEN YOU ARE ON THE AIR.  WE JUST CHARGE THOSE
>lITTLE lEO MONEY FOR THE PAIR AND THEY CAN JUST USE THAT PAIR AND THAT
>WAY HAM RADIO CAN BE SOLD OFF BY THE FREQUENCY.

>pAUL kD6jxy

hEY pAUL.
   i THINK YOU NEED TO REBOOT THE COMPUTER. iT LOOKS LIKE YOUR CAPS
LOCK IS STUCK IN THE BACKWARDS MODE.  wE DO THAT ON TWO METERS TOO.
iTS CALLED REPEATER DUES. lOTS OF hAM cLUBS DO THAT.

73, jIM kh2d







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From: Robert Ganter <[e-mail]>
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Rich & Katy Mulvey wrote:
>
> On 22 Jul 1996 19:43:43 GMT, T E I X E I R A <[e-mail]> wrote:
<< original post chopped out >>

>    Secondly, the 2M and 70cm bands are NOT "at the top of the list."
> They, as well as a number of other band segments, are
> to be studied as candidates for the "Little Leos."  Nothing more.
> Anyone who states otherwise is either paranoid, ignorant, or both.

Well said. Rather than crying around and talking nonsense it would be
much more efficient to:
- reasonably insist on the use for our frequencies
- showing to the public, that we are worth the privilege to use these
frequencies (yes, it is a privilege, not a right)
- proving, that these Leos don't need to be in these low frequencies (the
promotors won't do that anyway)

I don't vote for doing nothing, this would certainly be the wrong way,
but spreading lies (> > 2 meters and 70cm are at the top of the
list.........) does only show the lack of arguments (or the will to argue
reasonably) of certain people.

73

Robert (HB9NBY)


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From: Wilson Jarvis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: FS: R8
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 19:40:26 -0500
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Lary Eichel wrote:
>
> 2 yrs old.  Clearing out for move.  send email to:
>
> [e-mail]
>
> Thanks,
>
> de K2NA

Are we supposed to guess the asking price, Larrry?


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:03 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.ham-radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Recoton 900 Mhz "Room Service" Remote System
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In article <4sut8q$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] goes on
about ...
>
>Plug the base unit into your Scanner, Shortwave, or Ham rig.
>Listen with the mobile unit--the size of a cigarrette pack--and you
>head phones as you walk around the house, out in the garage, or around
>the yard.  Also provides privacy when you listen after hours while
>your spouse snoozes.  Clear, uninterrupted sound within a 1/4 mile of
>the base station--farther with unobstructed, line of sight
>transmission.
>
>$50/obo + shipping
>


  I have one of these units (mobile unit with plug for earphones etc.
instead of headphone receiver combo). I use it all the time. Good
for keeping the computer noise generator away from your radio, so
you can listen and surf at the same time. Works with most
lawnmowers, too ;->

 I got mine at "Nobody Beats The Whiz" electronics store.
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 E-mail: [e-mail]                                         ^^^^
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:04 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Csaba L Jaszberenyi)
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Tndberg 3012 integrated amp
2 x 100 watts MOSFET
super MM and MC phono stage
110/220 volts
w/ box, manula, diagrams
$ CA 750.00

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Glenn Houser, was: WWCR WIPED OUT BY STORM
Date: 26 Jul 1996 23:47:37 GMT
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concentric.net> <[e-mail]>:
Organization: Saskatoon Free-Net
Distribution:

Andy Sennitt ([e-mail]) wrote:
: [e-mail] (Steve Quest) wrote:

: >     I was just wondering, does anyone know how old Glenn Houser is?  I
: >mean I got started in SWL when I was about 16, and he was an ESTABLISHED
: >radio personality back then!  I'm 35 now.  I was just curious.........sq

: I'm not sure Glenn will like me divulging this, but I think he must be
: around 50 now. I'm 46 and I know he's a few years older than me. But,
: in case anyone shows this message to him, he doesn't look a day over
: 40 :-)
Sounds about right, as he has mentioned he served in the U.S. military, I
believe the Air Force, in the late '60s or early '70s.  Actually, I
suppose one could ask George Thurman.

tim gueguen [e-mail]



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From: Ann MacKeigan <[e-mail]>
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Global Village
The News of the World in the World of Music

So far weÆve broadcast reports from 109 cities in 57 countries.
If you have musical news you want to share with a worldwide radio
audience, check out the CorrespondentÆs Handbook on our website at
http://www.radio.cbc.ca/radio/programs/performance/global/global.html.

HereÆs whatÆs coming up on this weekÆs show:


Global Village Rundown for August 4/7, 1996
Reports from:

1. Quebec City - a world of music at the 29th Festival dÆEte.
2. London, England - Marzieh emerges from exile (sort of).
3. Book Report - Asian Music Packaging: Classical vs Popular.
4. Budapest, Hungary - preserving traditional wedding music.


Global Village: The News of the World in the World of Music
Global Village is heard on Sunday evenings on CBC Radio
at 7:30 Atlantic, 8:00 in Newfoundland and at 6:30 in all other
time zones.
Global Village is also heard Wednesdays at 2:05pm during ôGabereauö and
at 18:30h EST or 23:30 UTC via Satellite and Shortwave on Radio Canada
International.
Hosted by Jowi Taylor


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:07 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Help -DX Programs List
Date: 22 Jul 1996 11:45:34 GMT
Organization: Yeah Right!
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] goes on
about ...
>
>I am looking for an up-to-date list of DX programs broadcast on
>shortwave.  I saw one on a web page recently, but I now can't find it.
>Any suggestions?  Thanks.
>--
>John Fallows                VE6MBA
>Calgary, Alberta            Ernst & Young [phone]
>[e-mail]

   Go the the Shortwave/Radio Catalog (http://itre.ncsu.edu/radio/)
and go to the Radio Services Page. Use the browsers "Find" capability
to search for Bob Colyard within that page. You should find his
"DX and Other Interesting Stuff" web link.

   When at Bob's page, search via his interface (not the browser Find)
for "+". That will give you listings of DX shows. Bob does a terrific
job with that page (let him kbow that too, it helps).

  Pete


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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:08 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Help: Antenna for Kenwood R-2000
Date: Sat, 20 Jul 1996 21:39:47 GMT
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        Have taken up residence in Milpitas, CA  (southeast "corner"
of San Francisco bay) elevation about 50' at ground level and wonder
what antenna will provide me with 90%+ performance at 10% cost.   This
receiver was previously fed by a long wire about thirty feet off the
ground on a mountain ridge at 2000' with a clear shot of the Pacific.
Reception seemed to be pretty good.  I'd like to return to some of
those commercial broadcasts.    If you are in this area and are
willing to stop by I'll offer cold beverage and studious attention.
TIA  Doug


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From: [e-mail] (TIMOTHY GUEGUEN)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Hillary Rodham Clinton On "Talk to America"
Date: 21 Jul 1996 05:44:52 GMT
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Clint Bradford ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >>...calls were carefully screened...

: And well they should be "carefully screened." Else you'd have nut cases
: of all types spouting nonsense over the air.

: This tactic is nothing new nor newsworthy. Sorry you see some sort of
: conspiracy afoot.
Actually, this is no different than what is done on many phone in shows.
This is why anyone claiming that a specific talk show somehow represents
the views of "the people" is full of beans. :-)

tim gueguen [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:10 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Donald R. Putnick)
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Subject: How to replace 2010 telescopic antenna?
Date: 27 Jul 1996 18:05:57 GMT
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After six years of faithful service, my 2010's whip antenna was
decapitated by a ceiling fan.  Having had reasonably poor service from
the local Sony service center, I'd like to replace the antenna myself.
I have the service manual, so I have the part number.  Are there any
pitfalls that I need to be aware of, or do I just remove the back,
unscrew the old antenna, and screw in the new one?  Also, does Radio
Shack make a compatible part?

--
Don Putnick
[e-mail]
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:11 1996
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From: Guy Atkins <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Icom R-70 External Contr.
Date: 27 Jul 1996 03:47:29 GMT
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[e-mail] (Len Anderson) wrote:
>Does anyone have any information or can point in the direction of
>information of external computer control of the Icom IC-70?

Len,

Ever since I owned a R70 in the early 1980s, I've kept a short, old Monitoring
 Times
article about computer-controlling the R70. Evidently a person named Dave Oliv
er figured
out how to interface Commodore C-64 computer with the rig, resulting in 64 mem
orized
frequencies and modes. He sold a program and interface cable for a modest cost
. The
software included a database of frequency allocations for the major bands, lis
tings of
frequencies and times of major SWBC stations, etc. (very out-of-date by now, o
f course!).

I have no idea if Mr. Oliver can still be reached at the following address, bu
t it's worth
a try:

David L. Oliver W90DK,
Route 2, Box 246,
Shevlin, MN 56676

The disk and documentation was $16.75, and the interface cable $20.

If the package is still available from Mr. Oliver, then buying a C-64 just for
 the purpose
of controlling the R70 would be worthwhile. I regularly see C-64s going for $5
 at the
local Goodwill store, with the disk drives another $3-5.

73, Guy





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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:12 1996
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Subject: Re: Need acronym definitions ...
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 18:32:47 -0700
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Al Friedrich wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (Lyle Murphy) wrote:
>
> >DXing     ????
> >UTC       ????
> >GMT       ????
> >SWL       shortwave listener
>
> DX = distant; DXing = getting distant stations
> UTC = Coordinated Universal Time
> GMT = Greenwich Mean Time; for practical purposes the same as UTC.
> When it's noon = 12:00 EST (i.e., in the winter) it's 17:00 UTC.
> SWL = <well, you have that one>
>
> --
> Al Friedrich   Raleigh, NC, USA


For lots more Acronyms and Abbreviations got to URL:

http://www.ucc.ie/cgi-bin/acronym

73
Rod

--
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What King of old could do thus??
..... AC6V


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:13 1996
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From: T E I X E I R A <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: need advice on indoor antenna
Date: 19 Jul 1996 19:10:00 GMT
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>I have an old Realistic DX-300 which has given me years of faithful service.
>It gives reasonable reception with a long wire antenna, but doesn't pull in
>much with the supplied indoor telescoping antenna.  As it looks like
>apartment living is in my future, I'm looking for advice on indoor antennae.
>What to look for, what to look out for, and any recommendations are most
>welcome.
>
>Good DX-ing!
>
>Roger

This sounds like fun.  There are active antennas but they also pick up QRM (ma
n made noise)  Do you have an attic?  If so mount it t=
here.  There are a number of multi band trapped dipoles that can be used as an
 inveted V.  You could use it in an attic.  What about=
 a thin copper wire out a window to a tree?  Maybe a rain gutter to a tuner.
Then there is 300 ohm twin lead under the carpet or al=
ong the wall.  If you are in a high rise string some thin insulated wire out a
 window and let it hang.......maybe weight it.

Just thinking out loud.




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:14 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Need help in choosing a short wave please!
Date: 22 Jul 1996 11:59:39 GMT
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In article <4suiav$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] goes on about ...
>
>If you've got $300 to spend, use $20 to buy a copy of Passport to World
>Band Radio (try www.grove.net) You will find lots of SW radio reviews, and
>you will be a lot happier with what you pick out than what someone else
>suggested. My opinion...buy a used Sony ICF 2010.   .../\/\
>


   If you have world wide web access, try searching the Shortwave/Radio
Catalog's Radio Services page for "reviews". You will find several
sources their to compliment the Passport (and World Radio TV Handbook '96)
books.


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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:15 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Samuel E. Pool)
Subject: Re: Need help in choosing a short wave please!
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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falcon ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I live in Dallas, Tx. and planning to purchase a short wave radio in
: the next month or so and would like some advise on the best choice(s).
: I'm told that Sony and Grundig are good choices.  I can spend probably
: about 300 dollars and will be listening to mostly very remote stations
: such as far east, middle east, and Europe.

: I also do a lot of camping and would to take it on the road with me.
: Can you advice on brands and models, pros and cons of each, prices,
: places to buy, other sources of info?

: I greatly appreciate any and all the help you can provide.

Living in Dallas, TX, you should visit the Tucker Electronics store
in Garland.  They carry Sony, Grundig, and Sangean portables.  I wasn't
able to find any other place in the Dallas area that carries all of
these.  Their prices are good, too, especially on Sony equipment.
About 300 dollars should get you a very good radio.  They carry the
Passport book, too.

Just a satisfied customer, who has used Tucker's very good return
policy to my advantage.

Sam Pool
[e-mail]

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (WildcatMcC)
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Subject: Re: Need help in choosing a short wave please!
Date: 23 Jul 1996 09:47:04 -0400
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I second the opinion on the DX-390--it's a great one for beginners and old
timers who want a cheap reliable portable.  It's at its lowest price level
these days, too.

I recently sold my 390 and bought a Sangean 909--love it so far.  I also
have a  Sony SW100S for travel and a Yaesu FRG-100 here at the
shack--pretty well covered here, but I'm concentrating on the 909 checking
out its performance.  I like Sony's synchronous detection on the 100, but
am not too happy with the SSB.  Still, for a newbie, head over to the
local RS for the 390--saw it the other day for $169.  Good luck!

73's,
Marc McClenahan
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:17 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Joel Rubin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
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Date: 27 Jul 1996 11:10:42 GMT
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I notice that the BBCWS did not carry Letter from America at 1045,
Americas stream (via local FM) due to something having to do with the
explosion near the Olympics.

I notice that the World of Radio heard on WRN (via Internet Streamworks)
on Saturday at 0530 had been recorded the previous week.
--
 "The Misinformation Highway Begins Here."
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During the second week of the Olympic Games I will be on holidays during
which time my only communication with the outside world will be via
short wave receiver. Are there any short wave stations that broadcast
Olympic news continuously or at least on a regular periodic basis?
--

[e-mail]


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From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Olympic Games
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 18:29:48 +0100
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In article <[e-mail]>, Brian Beninger
<[e-mail]> comments :

>During the second week of the Olympic Games I will be on holidays during
>which time my only communication with the outside world will be via
>short wave receiver. Are there any short wave stations that broadcast
>Olympic news continuously or at least on a regular periodic basis?


Well as the games are on US territory I would suspect VOA as a strong
possibility - together with the good old BBC World Service (if it hasn't
been hacked about yet) ...
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Ray


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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
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Subject: Olympics on Shortwave?
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   Anyone have a compilation of the 1996 Olympic games on shortwave,
both live coverage (if any) and reports?

   I heard some reports and live coverage on Friday night on both
the BBC and DW. New Zealand had a rugby game, but, may also have had
some break-out reports on Friday, as well.


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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:20 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dave)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Opinions on R1000 receiver????
Date: 27 Jul 1996 03:55:20 GMT
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I have just purchased (used, of course) a Kenwood R1000 receiver, and
just got to thinking - I don't know anything about it (haven't got the
rig yet) other than it is Kenwood and General Coverage.

Any opinions?  Experiences?  How does the R1000 compare / contrast to
the R2000 or other receivers?  Neat features?  By chance anyone have
a scanned picture they can attach to an email?

I bought it sight-unseen on an impulse, and hope I won't regret it!

Any comments or opinions would be greatly apreciated.



Dave  WB7AWK
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:21 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Opinions on Radio Shack
Date: 23 Jul 1996 12:54:55 GMT
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Dan Ferguson ([e-mail]) writes:
> [e-mail] (BRENT REYNOLDS) wrote:
>
>>Recently, ce369 in Canada wrote a message pointing out the good points about
<snip>

Hi Dan,

Don't blame me on the Canadians.  I'm located just a few miles north of
Washington DC.  I just get my E-mail via Canada.

  -- Dan


--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


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From: [e-mail] (Thomas Mahanna)
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Subject: Opinions on Radio Shack
Date: 23 Jul 1996 12:21:13 -0400
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They are THERE, and they do let you return stuff.




-----------------------
"You got questions? We got more questions...

-Tom



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:23 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Duane Allred)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Panasonic RF-2200 questions
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 06:53:47 GMT
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[e-mail] (Michael C Fortner) wrote:

>Somebody in my apartment complex threw away a Panasonic RF-2200 SW Receiver
>the other day, and I rescued it from the trash at the curb.  It is missing th
e
>cover to the battery compartment, and the case is slightly warped on the righ
t
>side where the back and front pieces join together.  Does anybody know if it
>is possible for me to find a cover for the battery compartment anywhere?  And
>can you give me some general information on this radio.  It appears to work
>pretty well, with the exception of the power switch is a little sensative and
>sometimes the radio will power off until I touch the power switch, and the
>indicator for which sw band I am on is off (it shows nothing when I'm
>listening to the 3.9-8 MHz sw1 setting, then shows sw1 when I'm listening to
>sw2, etc.  It has really good sound and it supprised me that anybody could
>actually throw away a piece of electronics equipemnt that still worked this
>well.  Any information you could give me on this radio and the general
>operating procedures for it would be appreciated.

The 2200 is a solid unit.  I used to have one!  I sold it about 5
years ago, but I still have the TECH 1000 silver faced 6.5" speaker
model with the rotating antenna on-top.

Also, Some-one has posted many times asking for a 2200 - Maybe you can
make some $$$$$$


>Thanks

>Michael Fortner

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:23 1996
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From: [e-mail] (R C NEWELL)
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Subject: PUNA DX CLUB Members ?
Date: 22 Jul 1996 11:10:04 -0700
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I am going to hawaii in the fall and would like
to attend one of their meetings.

Is there anyone online that can fill me in on the
details? I understand that the meetings are on the
first tuesday of the month ..

colin


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From: [e-mail] (Joel Rubin)
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According to Thursday's web London Telegraph, the Queen's Christmas
speech, which has always been produced by the BBC, will now alternate
being produced by BBC and by Independent Television News.

They speculated that it might be because of a controversial interview
with the Princess of Wales on BBC Panorama or some leaks which have been
made in recent years.

The speech has and will continue to be carried by both the BBC and ITV,
so this should not effect the World Service broadcast. (assuming that the
"reformers" don't manage to destroy World Service)
--
 "The Misinformation Highway Begins Here."
        -- Monty Python Web Site (http://www.pythonline.com)



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:25 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Truman Harris)
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Subject: Re: Radio Pyongyang
Date: 22 Jul 1996 20:59:49 GMT
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[e-mail] (Pedro Jose Ruiz -Madrid-) wrote:
>
>[e-mail] (Truman Harris) ha escrito:
>
>> GENERAL KIM JONG IL, THE BRILLIANT
>>>COMMANDER OF MT. PAEKTU TYPE, WILL NEVER HOLD DOWN THE >>>RED
>>>FLAG OF REVOLUTION IN ANY ADVERSITY BUT WILL DEFEAT THE
>>>ENEMY, REUNIFY THE COUCTRY AND COMPLETE THE JUCHE >>>REVOLUTION
>>>AT ANY COST. -0-
>>The latest issue of Harper's indicates that this mountain is now called

>>"Jung Il Peak!"   Trivia question: what is the largest DPRK flag ever
>>made?
>
>Not so far away from the DMZ at Panmunjom Village...   ;-DDD
>Pedro JosΘ Ruiz
>------------------------------------------------------------------------

>Periodista Radiof≤nico /Journalist Broadcaster.
>Traductor Ofimßtico / Computer Based Translator.

Pedro, actualmente hube escrito solamente la idea desde "Harper's".
Las politicas estan de otros.  (Creo que Panmunjom es correcto. )

Actually, I only wrote the bit about Harper's - the politics is from
somebody else.   I think you gave the right answer to the "trivia."  I
understand the flag is larger than a football field, too big to fly, and
is only used at their "mass games."

-Truman






From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:26 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Charles Mikelson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: RAI Italy Address wanted.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 23:13:29 GMT
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Does any one know the address of RAI Italy?
Also do they QSL and if so how many IRC Postal Coupons do I need to
send?

Charles




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:27 1996
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From: Butch Magee <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: rare stations
Date: Tue, 23 Jul 1996 15:03:38 -0500 (CDT)
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Here are a couple sites to go to to find your favorites or to find out
just whats on right now!

    http://www.cs.cmu.edu/afs/cs/user/jblythe  finds your favorites
    http://itre.ncsu.edu/radio/whatson.html    whats on right now

Butch KF5DE

--
Butch Magee                        Stay ALERT,..the world needs more lerts!
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Oliver Bell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Req:Frequencies of Russian Radios
Date: 21 Jul 1996 09:11:25 GMT
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[e-mail] (Roger Wiseman) wrote:
>[e-mail] (Oliver Bell) wrote:
>
>>Hello Radio-Freaks,
>hmmm..nice way to start off...not!
>>we need the frequencies of some russian radio stations,
>>that we can receive in germany.
>>Who can help?
>>Best regards,
>
>> Natascha & Oliver
>what happened to Boris?
>
>--
>[e-mail] (Crow(Roger Wiseman))
>#(:)o] ----< 73's> Grid: EM 99
>Kenwood R-5000 & an inverted "V" dipole
>West Virginia, U.S.A.
>
Re: Req:Frequencies of Russian Radios

Very funny, Mr. Wise Man.

But is there anyone else, who has
really helpful information about
shortwave frequencies of russian
radios ?

Best regards,

  Natascha & Oliver



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:29 1996
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:30 1996
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From: [e-mail] (EnnJayGuy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Russia/Moscow...in the midday/afternoon?
Date: 26 Jul 1996 21:07:43 -0400
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Try www @    www.vor.ru//freq.html
Voice of Russia worldwide frequency list.
Or their home page  www.vor.ru

Frequency list is about 75% accurate.  But its a start.

H


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Radiomatt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Siemens Shortwave Radio from 1960s-need book
Date: 23 Jul 1996 10:35:02 -0400
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Model 445e311, but will take manual and/or schematics on ANY Siemens radio
from that era.
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (David J. Kanter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony 7600G AC adaptor alternative
Date: Mon, 22 Jul 96 20:49:29 GMT
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In article <4sovic$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:
>Would anyone know if there are AC adaptors available for the Sony
>7600G portable besides the ones made by Sony.
>
>The Sony originals seem to hard to locate.
>
>Colin
>
>[e-mail]
>
I've got a 7600, and was told by the mailorder company from which I bought it
that ONLY the Sony adaptor will work with the 7600.


David J. Kanter
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL.   USA
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:32 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roger Ratcliff)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony 7600G AC adaptor alternative
Date: 23 Jul 1996 14:32:18 GMT
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I have a 7600G and I had a radio shack adapter.  I found the little
yellow tip adapters at the local radio shack and they fit.  Someone
posted the part number a year ago:

: 2) As anyone who has purchased this unit can attest, there is no AC adapter,
:    and generic Radio Hut multi-adapters don't cut it (nothing fits quite
:    right).  Is there a generic AC that I can get, or am I stuck with Sony
:    parts?  IF Sony is the only answer, about how much would it cost me?

There is a Radio Shack adaptor that is not in the latest catalog that
works swell.  It's their part number: 16-2018.

Mine has been working well for over a year.

Roger Ratcliff



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:33 1996
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Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony 7600G AC adaptor alternative
Date: 23 Jul 1996 14:53:47 GMT
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In <4t0pgp$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (David J. Kanter) writes:
>In article <4sovic$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:
>>Would anyone know if there are AC adaptors available for the Sony
>>7600G portable besides the ones made by Sony.
>>
>>The Sony originals seem to hard to locate.
>>
>>
>I've got a 7600, and was told by the mailorder company from which I bought it

>that ONLY the Sony adaptor will work with the 7600.
>
>
>David J. Kanter
>Northwestern University, Evanston, IL.   USA
>[e-mail]

That's what they teach at Northwestern nowadays?  To believe everything you're

told?  Empirical evidence suggests that Radio Shack p/n 16-2018 works just swe
ll.

--scott



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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony 7600G AC adaptor alternative
Date: 27 Jul 1996 04:32:16 GMT
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Please listen well:

A Sony AC-455A "4.5V" wall adapter - {for 3V[!] Ni-Cad battery operated CD-ROM

players} WILL work well.

Open circuit voltage is above 6V.. will support loud play..
--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:35 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Lennart Benschop)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: sony 7600G coverage extension
Date: 22 Jul 1996 07:38:28 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>,
Maurizio Lucenteforte  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Hello,
>I bought a sony 7600G here in Italy. For law matters the coverage is
>limitated in the shortwave band from 4 Mhz to 26 Mhz. Does anyone know
>a modification for the coverage extension ?
>Thanks in advance,

The law really sucks. I know that Italian versions do not even cover the 80
meter amateur band. You should send a complaint to the government as Italy
is the only country in the EC that restricts SW receiver coverage. Not even
Germany does it anymore.

As somebody already pointed out, there is no jumper you can cut to get all
the coveage. Of course you can buy a radio in France or Austria, which are
both EC countries. Or you could buy an "export model". I'm sure some shops
do carry them. I've heard about full-coverage 0.1-2000MHz type scanners
being sold in Italy, so full coverage SW must also be available. If you have
an amateur license it is even _legal_ to use a full-coverage SW receiver in
Italy, if you care about that. Well, I don't know the exact words of the law
but Italian amateurs must be allowed to receive 80 meter, right?

--
Lennart



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:36 1996
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From: DSchopp <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony ICF 2010's poor FM Reception
Date: Sun, 21 Jul 1996 22:22:57 +0000
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Bishwa Shrestha wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>         I am happy with the radio except for the FM reception.  Even the
> cheapo portable radios are better than the 2010.  Trying to hook up the
> external antenna makes it even worse.  MW is not bad but could be better too
.
> Wish GE collaborated with Sony to produce the ultimate radio.  Any comments
> here?

I've listened to FM on my Sony 2010 and other than the FM is not in
stereo I have no complaints. FM reception is with my long wire antenna.

The trick for better MW and SW reception is this. Tune to a MW station
that doesn't light all of the LED lights. Then push the miniplug, that
is connected to your external antenna, slowly into the external antenna
jack, until all of the LED lights light. You should only push the
miniplug part way into the jack until this happens. The 2010 has a built
in pre amp that is disconnected when using an extermal antenna
conection.The pre amp is disconnected if you push the miniplug all the
way in.  If you push the miniplug in only part way the pre amp remains
connected. When you do this MW reception is through the external
antenna, not the radio's built in ferrite bar antenna. I do this all the
time and it really improves MW reception, especiallay during the day
when there is less EM noise. This trick also greatly improves your SW
reception. You should only have to push the miniplug in halfway or less
into the external antenna jack.

Dan Schopp


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From: [e-mail] (Bernie Rataj)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony ICF 2010's poor FM Reception
Date: Mon, 22 Jul 96 20:34:25 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, DSchopp <[e-mail]> wrot
e:
>Bishwa Shrestha wrote:
>>
>> Hi all,
>>         I am happy with the radio except for the FM reception.  Even the
>> cheapo portable radios are better than the 2010.  Trying to hook up the
>> external antenna makes it even worse.  MW is not bad but could be better to
o.
>> Wish GE collaborated with Sony to produce the ultimate radio.  Any comments
>> here?
>
>I've listened to FM on my Sony 2010 and other than the FM is not in
>stereo I have no complaints. FM reception is with my long wire antenna.

It may be that in strong signal areas, like RF hell here in downtown Toronto,
the FM is less than spectacular (strong stations appear all over the band),
while in weak signal areas it's fine according to several people I've spoken
to (well, make that "to whom I have spoken").

Steve Whitt's pamphlet suggests the FM filters are too wide, being intended
for stereo reception. I've been wondering if I should try the replacement
filters...

Bernie


--
Bernie Rataj     [e-mail]    qth://toronto.on.ca
Member: Ontario DX Association, Tsuruoka Canadian Budokai
--


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:38 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Sony ICF-7600 portable SW for sale
Date: 27 Jul 1996 20:00:01 GMT
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For sale

Sony ICF-SW7600 (not 7600G) portable world band receiver.

Very good condition.

Comes with protective case, reel-in antenna, AC adaptor, earphones, shortwave
handbook
and manual.

$115 US plus shipping OBO.

If interested please reply to [e-mail]

Colin




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:39 1996
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The LCD display on my ICF-SW7600 is damaged & leaking, making it rather
difficult to use.  Does anyone have an address or phone number for a
parts depot in the US?

TIA - Al



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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:42 1996
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From: john maxwell <[e-mail]>
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Subject: SWL veterans: What should we expect of the Solar Cycle Maximum?
Date: 26 Jul 1996 19:00:41 GMT
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  As a Fairly recent SWLer, I'm curious to find out from those who've
been in the game for more that one solar cycle, what to expect from the
solar maximum. I've only been listening seriously for about three years.
I did do some listening back around 1983, but it was junky equipment(you
know, a couple of SW bands on a little ghetto blaster), and I wasn't
aware of the solar cycle at the time. I am aware that bad conditions
become more common, due to a greater frequency of solar flares around
the maximum. What are the benefits of the maximum to the SWLer besides
the greater reliability of bands like 21Mhz? Is there less fading at
these times? Do long distance signals arrive with greater clarity than
the would now, at the minimum?
   Any of your insights and expriences would be welcome.
                                                         JM




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Date: 27 Jul 1996 04:41:38 GMT
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We maybe around the MIN.
[Cycles can take 9 to 15 yrs., so we'll know later how long this cycle lasted]

IF we are near the MIN., it will take abt. 3.5 to 4.5 yrs to the MAX.

[Rise time is faster than the decay.]

When the 20m HAM band becomes a NIGHT - time band, that'll be around the MAX.

[Solar flux >230]

Listen to WWV on every 18'th min., for data/forcast. on 5,10,15 and somtimes 2
0 MHz.

Good luck:
--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:44 1996
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From: robert colin newell <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: SWL vs HAM revisited
Date: Tue, 23 Jul 1996 11:15:00 -0700
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Curt Phillips wrote:
>    [e-mail] (R C NEWELL) wrote:
> >Something has always bothered me:
>
>   Sounds like you have a "chip" on your shoulder.

Comes from the treatment that I received at a "ham" picnic where
I was made to feel very unwelcome by the licensed "amateurs"..
Their attitude: "What, no license ? Get lost.."
My age: 15
Chip on my shoulder ?  Would'nt you have one ?

-------------------------
>   Indeed, I am an "aging man" (we are ALL "aging" --getting older--
> until we die... actually, even afterwards), but since I got started young,
> I'm a long ways away from Social Security... I'm 41 years old.  Perhaps
> you consider that old... we have a couple of hams in the Raleigh
> Amateur Radio Society that are "aging girls", but neither are in
> their teens yet (but they ARE aging).

..thanks, I needed that physical reality re-established..  :-)

I am now 37 and from time to time I get the same response.
By and large, most Hams have been very helpful to me:
My first on-air time was during the Nicaragua Earth-Quake in 72-73.
That was a thrill that I never forgot while talking to the radio-op
in Managua.

Sorry for the excessive stereotyping on my part.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:45 1996
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From: robert colin newell <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: SWL vs HAM revisited
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 09:22:30 -0700
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fallowsj wrote:
>


> Similarly, what are we SWLs going to be listening to in 11 years?  Even
> ship-to-shore will probably make its migration, etc.  Unless I learn a
> few more languages (Arabic, Chinese dialects, etc.) I might not have
> much to listen to on SW very soon.  Even Broadcast AM DXers are in
> jeoprody?  Have you noticed how many AM stations in Canada and US have
> "gone dark" in recent years and/or moved to FM?

HF and MW ( 530-1700 ) is going to be VERY interesting in the
next century and millenia.
Africa and Asia will continue to make use of the MW and tropical
bands and there will be more exotic DX than ever!

10 Billion AM Radios and world-band portables cannot be wrong!

World-radio is here to stay brothers and sisters.

Finally, BROADCAST AM Dxers have not been this "well off"
in years!  The reduction in conjestion on the west coast
allows me to tune in Japan, China, Australia, Russia
and the Pacific Islands on a regular basis. And there
is a long way to go before this ideal is maximized.

Ask yourself some questions :

WHY are there more world-band radios to choose from
than in any recent time ?
WHY are companies like Sony and Sangean and Grundig
investing millions of research dollars in World Radio ?
Why have there never been more hi-tech DREAM receivers
in production than at any period in history ?

These are not indicators of a hobby soon to perish.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:47 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Vincent Incardona, Rochester, NY USA)
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>Similarly, what are we SWLs going to be listening to in 11 years?  Even
>ship-to-shore will probably make its migration, etc.  Unless I learn a
>few more languages (Arabic, Chinese dialects, etc.) I might not have
>much to listen to on SW very soon.  Even Broadcast AM DXers are in
>jeoprody?  Have you noticed how many AM stations in Canada and US have
>"gone dark" in recent years and/or moved to FM?

Not really.  The last time I fired up my radio on the MW band (last night),
it was pretty crowded.   Enough so that sometimes I can't hear stations in
my own metro area for the interference from others to the east and west.

Be that as it may, more is not necessarily better.  I have heard people
complain that the new US communications law will lead to a loss of diversity i
n
programming.  It seems to me that this has already happened on both the AM and

FM broadcast bands.  I can receive thirty or forty MW stations at night with a

listenable signal, but only about four or five different kinds of programming
between all of them.  I notice a similar situation with FM.  Ditto shortwave,
and, for that matter, television.  If stations are going dark, I would assert
that mediocre programming and marketing are to blame, and not the technology
itself.  If I could hear only five stations at night, and they all were puttin
g
out something unique, I would be no worse off as a listener than I am now.

If there is something on the air that I really want to hear, I will strain
to listen thorough all sorts of noise, interference and fading.  If I'm
bored by a program, I'm going to switch it off no matter how clear and strong
the signal is.  I don't know how representative I am of the population, but
I suspect that if MW and SW broadcasting dies, it will be because the
quality of the message was lousy, not the quality of the medium.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:47 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kyle Barger)
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Subject: Re: SWL vs HAM revisited
Date: Thu, 25 Jul 1996 09:23:05 -0500
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In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] (Ralph Brandi) wrote:

> hams have higher visibility; they get on the news every time
> there's a disaster because they provide communications to the disaster
> areas.  There's rarely any reason to cover the activities of SWLs on the
> news, and on those rare occasions when there is, say, someone intercepted
> Jimmy Carter's phone call on the way back from Haiti, for example, the
> press doesn't understand the difference between the hobbies and calls the
> person who received the phone call a "ham" as well.

I think an interesting exception was the Gulf War in 1991.  There were a
lot (well, *relatively* a lot) of news reports about SWL.  I remember
reading that at least for a while, all the coverage caused an increase of
interest in shortwave sets.

--
Kyle Barger                       Haverford College
[e-mail]             Academic Computing


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:49 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ralph Brandi)
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In article <4t0fsm$[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] (R C NEWELL) wrote:

> Something has always bothered me:

Your doctor can probably provide an ointment.

> Why do people naturally assume that if you
> have a rack full of radio gear in your living room,
> that you are a "ham" or radio amateur ?

Because hams have higher visibility; they get on the news every time
there's a disaster because they provide communications to the disaster
areas.  There's rarely any reason to cover the activities of SWLs on the
news, and on those rare occasions when there is, say, someone intercepted
Jimmy Carter's phone call on the way back from Haiti, for example, the
press doesn't understand the difference between the hobbies and calls the
person who received the phone call a "ham" as well.  So there's no real
way for the average couch potato to discern a difference without further
education.

> And what is it about the arrogance of Ham radio
> types that automatically assume that you are
> eager to drop your international radio hobby,
> your equipment and your expertise as a DX chaser
> to become a member of a group of aging men
> with flaky prostates that sit on it all day
> talking about the size of their linears .

Not all hams talk about the size of their linears or how well their
signals get out.  Some have endless arguments about whether or not you're
allowed to order pizza over the local repeater's autopatch.  :-)

> Will this misunderstanding ever end ?

No.  It's been around for decades; it's not likely to disappear any time soon.

--
Ralph Brandi     [e-mail]     http://www.mcs.com/~ralph/

"Look a little closer/Don't be such a grocer"
     --The Embarrassment


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:49 1996
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nobody rules!
Dave Rickmers                 speak you clear and nasal
[e-mail]             for distance



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:50 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Hugh Macaulay)
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Subject: The eternal antenna question
Date: 23 Jul 1996 21:53:41 GMT
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Longwire or active?

My longwire (hooked up to my 2010) does an admirable job (here in
eastern Ontario), but I wonder if any other east coasters have used
an active antenna (almost mandatory in Western N.A.) and found it
a worthy investment.

--

                             ********
Hugh Macaulay
Ottawa, Canada


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:51 1996
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:52 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kim Andrew Elliott)
Subject: Re: Time for Jazz (well..somewhat less time)
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VOA's Music USA-Jazz will continue Monday through Saturday
at 2010-2055 until September.

Kim Elliott



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From: [e-mail] (Dan Morisseau)
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Subject: Re: VOA Talk to America w/Hillary--questions censored?
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In article  [e-mail] (Joel Rubin) writes:

>Kim Andrew Elliot mentioned the story on Communications World. He said
>that the director denied the story ...

     Well, all I can say is that the nationwide daily in question quoted a
memo verbatim in it's front page story. They also quoted the director as
saying that it was "misunderstood" but this kind of "spin doctoring" is
nothing new for that crowd. Friday's followup squib quoted Hillary as saying
she'd take questions on "...ANY (emphasis supplied) topic or issue...". There
were supposedly two on Whitewater, but the staff just by coincidence didn't
put them on the air. She got the usual "fluff" and soft pitch questions on
Hillary-type issues, I understand (I didn't listen to the boradcast myself).


====================================================================
"I distrust a close-mouthed man. He generally picks the wrong time
to talk and says the wrong things. Talking is something you can't do
judiciously unless you keep in practice"
                               - Casper Gutman, The Maltese Falcon
====================================================================


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Do get in touch please.

Thank you.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:54 1996
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From: Akram Busaidy <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WANTED (GRUNDIG 700 or SONY 2010)
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Do get in touch please.

Thank you.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:55 1996
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From: [e-mail] (PageOne)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Was Re: YB400 vs Sony ICF7600G
Date: 21 Jul 1996 20:39:11 GMT
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In article <4sf0i9$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (PageOne) wrote:
>I am finding hard to decide which of these radios one should buy. Do you go
>for sync detection(sony) or selectable bandwidth(YB). All the reviews I have
>see on both seem to make it 6 of one 1/2 dozen of the other! Are there real
>differences or are these just both good radios with differing design ideas?
>
>Neil Douglas
>[e-mail]

I wish to thank all the people who responded to my question with very helpful
answers. I decided to buy the Sony ICF7600G as I got it for $269 at Bay Bloor
Radio. The sync detector is a real help in getting rid of interference and
overpowering stations. The only thing I find I do not like at this point is
that the auto-scanning only works inside the SWL band that the starting
frequency  is part of, not from the frequency you start at to 30Mhz. A real
pain if you what to search for Hams etc.. Also you cannot auto-scan the
presets.

Neil Douglas
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:56 1996
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From: Johnnie <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: What's the ultimate house layout for SWLers?
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 14:10:27 -0500
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If you were going to build a house from scratch on land that was 1/2
acre in size, what things would you do with the house to ensure the
ultimate setup for this great hobby.  Examples could be:

1. Every room wired with a coax outlet

2. Main room setup with a solid aluminum grounding block


The rest is up to your inputs.


Thanks,

John L. Berenyi Jr.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:57 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: What's the ultimate house layout for SWLers?
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 22:13:05 GMT
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Johnnie <[e-mail]> wrote:

>If you were going to build a house from scratch on land that was 1/2
>acre in size, what things would you do with the house to ensure the
>ultimate setup for this great hobby.  Examples could be:

>1. Every room wired with a coax outlet

>2. Main room setup with a solid aluminum grounding block


>The rest is up to your inputs.


>Thanks,

>John L. Berenyi Jr.
Wire the place for 13.6 Vdc.  No dimmers, no halogen torchiers (sic).
Weather station and observatory.
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alias "Mehren Bruce" [e-mail]
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:35:58 1996
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From: [e-mail] (David W. Barts)
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Subject: Re: What's the ultimate house layout for SWLers?
Date: 24 Jul 1996 23:00:24 GMT
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Johnnie <[e-mail]> writes:

>If you were going to build a house from scratch on land that was 1/2
>acre in size, what things would you do with the house to ensure the
>ultimate setup for this great hobby.  Examples could be:

>1. Every room wired with a coax outlet

>2. Main room setup with a solid aluminum grounding block

>The rest is up to your inputs.

Wire the house for a 70v audio distribution system, with a speaker in
every room.  That way, you can feed audio from your receiver
throughout the house and listen to broadcasts as you go from room to
room on household chores.  (I've done this at my house.)

--
David Barts N5JRN | UW Civil Engineering, Box 352700 | Seattle, WA 98195-2700
       [e-mail] | http://www.ce.washington.edu/~davidb
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From: [e-mail] (Robert Davis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Where is Smoky Hills Public Television?
Date: 23 Jul 1996 06:55:53 -0600
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[e-mail] (J. Lee Blanton) writes:

>On Saturday I received a TV station on channel 3 identifying itself only
>as Smoky Hills Public Television.  I believe that it originated somewher

>in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas or New Mexico.  Does anyone know the location
>and/or callsign of this station?

>Are there any good online sources of information on U.S./Canadian/Mexica

>TV stations?

>Thanks.

>Lee Blanton     [e-mail]
>Temecula, CA
Smoky Hills Public TV is in Kansas.
The primary is channel 9, out of Bunker Hill, near Russell.
Obviously you received some E-Skip from one of the relay
stations in Western Kansas.


--
[e-mail]     Robert (Bob) Davis   Amateur Radio K0FPC
                   Emporia, Kansas
                   38d 24m 43s N   96d 09m 40s W


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:00 1996
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From: Rob Keeney <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Where is Smoky Hills Public Television?
Date: Tue, 23 Jul 1996 07:13:23 -0500
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J. Lee Blanton wrote:
>
> On Saturday I received a TV station on channel 3 identifying itself only
> as Smoky Hills Public Television.  I believe that it originated somewhere
> in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas or New Mexico.  Does anyone know the location
> and/or callsign of this station?
>
> Are there any good online sources of information on U.S./Canadian/Mexican
> TV stations?
>

Try http://www.tvnet.com for station listings.  The Smokey Hills are
mainly in Western Kansas.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:01 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Byan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Where to buy vintage SW receivers?
Date: Tue, 23 Jul 1996 12:32:50 -0400
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> 1) If vintage SW radios aren't sold at antique radio swaps, then
> where?

Around here, some do show up at antique radio swaps.  There are many more at
the local ham radio fleamarkets. Contact your local amateur radio club.

> 2) Anyone know of a *reliable* source for buying such radios via
> mail?

Most are sold by individuals rather than dealers. As such, you're on your
own for determining "reliability". Check out the advertisers in "Electric
Radio" magazine:

Electric Radio
14643 Road G
Cortez, CO  81321-9575
[phone]   phone/fax
email: <[e-mail]>

Regards,
-Steve

--
Steve Byan                                  internet: [e-mail]
Hitachi Computer Products (America), Inc.
1601 Trapelo Road                           phone: [phone]
Waltham, MA 02154                           FAX: [phone]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:02 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Len Anderson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Where to mail order W
Date: Mon, 22 Jul 1996 05:17:00 GMT
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DX>Subject: Re: Where to mail order WRTH?

DX>Len Anderson wrote:
DX>>
DX>> AF>Can anyone tell me where I can mail order a copy of either the World
DX>> AF>Radio-Television Handbook or the Passport to World Band Radio? I have
DX>> been AF>looking for them in Singpaore local book shop but couldn't seem
DX>> to find one.

DX>Mr. Anderson;

DX>Current prices for the above books:

DX>World Radio TV Handbook '96 ed. (order #2000) $24.95 + $2 bookrate shipping

Er, Rick, a fella in Singapore was inquiring on those books, not me.
I already have the '96 WRTH.  Don't know what the overseas book rate is
but it would seem to be a tad over $2, ey?  :)

---
 * OLX 2.1 * Why get even, when you can get odd?


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In message <[e-mail]>
        [e-mail] writes:

> Current prices for the above books:
> World Radio TV Handbook '96 ed. (order #2000) $24.95 + $2 bookrate shipping
> 1996 Passport to Worldband Radio (order #1000) $19.95 + $2

As a specialist in radio products, I'd have thought these books could be
cheaper than that.  I bought a copy of Passport 96 in a book store over
in Chicago, back in November.  Including sales tax, it cost me $19.53,
so it started off at $17.95 I think...    Peter

Len: It may be better to wait 4 months and buy Passport '97, if you're
     going to have to pay over $20, unless you're building a collection.



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:04 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Nicholas Evancik)
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Subject: Re: Worlds Best Portable Ant. $2.00
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NATHAN KEITH ([e-mail]) wrote:
: True, I just discovered the best portable antenna is form your local
: Walmart store.  Its a Slinky!!!!!!  I bought one there in the toy
: department and its super.  I travel a lot and needed something easy to
: move around with me.  Can't wait to try one outside.

: Let me know how it works for you.

: Mr. SWL  Nathan....

--

There's an old TAB book on projects for hams, swlers etc that has a design
using a slinky, tin can, and fishing reel to design an antenna for use in
an apartment. you reel it in when you are done

Nicholas Evancik
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Tony S.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WTB: Sony PRO-80
Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 01:20:50 GMT
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Wanted:

Sony PRO-80, in excellent condition. Will purchase outright, or will
swap.

Please call [phone], or reply via e-mail. Thanks!


Tony N8SNC
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:06 1996
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From: "Stephen N. Phipps" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: WTB: Users Manual
Date: Tue, 23 Jul 1996 11:09:52 -0700
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Tom Sundstrom wrote:
> I can't find the number now but in Kansas City (don't remember whether
> MO or KS) the national Sony parts and service depot is designed to help
> consumers. I've ordered parts from them by phone in years past, and
> they were very patient to ensure I had the right part. Did you try
> them?

Here's the info you need:

Sony Electronics - Manufacturers Service Center
[phone]
Lenexa, KS

I highly recommend them.  They fixed a solder problem in my 13" Sony
TV a few years ago and had it back to me in less than a day.

Stephen Phipps
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:07 1996
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Subject: Re: WTB: Users Manual
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In Article<4sslle$[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]> writes:

> Would like to obtain the user manual for the Sony ICF-SW7600 receiver.
> This is the original version, Sony hasn't responded to requests...

I can't find the number now but in Kansas City (don't remember whether MO
or KS) the national Sony parts and service depot is designed to help
consumers. I've ordered parts from them by phone in years past, and they
were very patient to ensure I had the right part. Did you try them?

Tom Sundstrom
[e-mail]
http://www.trsc.com



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:08 1996
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From: [e-mail](LARRY MEREDITH PICARD)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WWCR WIPED OUT BY STORM
Date: 22 Jul 1996 08:04:51 GMT
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WWCR has been wiped out by a power failure caused by severe local
storms.


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:09 1996
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In article <4svcn3$[e-mail]>,
LARRY MEREDITH PICARD <[e-mail]> wrote:
>WWCR has been wiped out by a power failure caused by severe local
>storms.


   It is a miracle!

--
Tim Tyler    Internet: [e-mail]  C$erve: Hooligan  AOL: Hooligan
P.O. Box 443   Amateur Radio: KA8VIR @WB8ZPN.#SEMI.MI.USA.NOAM
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From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
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In article <[e-mail]>, Roger Pettengill
<[e-mail]> comments :

>I love it when God shows us his sense of humor.

Brilliant :-)


--

Ray


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From: [e-mail](bumologist)
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Subject: Re: WWCR WIPED OUT BY STORM
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ALL RIGHT!!!!
--

Bumologist....
BARRY FELSTEIN N8PVX


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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: WWCR WIPED OUT BY STORM
Date: 27 Jul 1996 04:22:46 GMT
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>>LARRY MEREDITH PICARD <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>WWCR has been wiped out by a power failure caused by severe local
>>storms.



It was a TERRORIST act.. [using super-ionizer], done by the ARABS!

--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




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In article <4t6e8s$[e-mail]>, Steve Quest
<[e-mail]> comments :

>Ross Archer ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: [e-mail](LARRY MEREDITH PICARD) wrote:
>: >WWCR has been wiped out by a power failure caused by severe local
>: >storms.
>: Oh my.    No worldwide crackpot radio?
>: There IS a God!   ;)
>
>       I thought it was World Wide Conspiracy Radio myself.  ;)  However
>I do enjoy the patriot broadcasts that they carry...............sq

I always thought it was "World Wide Comedy Radio" ..?

It always has me laughing ...
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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:14 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Peter Costello)
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Subject: Re: WWCR-5.065-OFF THE AIR?
Date: 22 Jul 1996 11:50:25 GMT
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In article <4surds$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] goes on about ...
>
>[e-mail] (Steve Quest) wrote:
>
>>       I called an talked to a friend of mine in the east, I'm in the
>>midwest, is WWCR off the air this evening (07-21-96 @ 19:38 CDST)?  Both
>>of us could not locate a carrier at 5.065 Mhz.  Can anyone else confirm?
>
>>sq
>
>>--
>>-<[e-mail]>---------\   ( (  |  ) )   Amendment1 Congress shall
make
>>============================>      /_\       no law abridging the freedom
>>MicroPower FM Broadcasting-/      /\_/\      of speech, or of the press.
>
>They appear to be off the air on all of their frequencies. Tuned in at
>0000 UTC to  5065  to hear "The Antichrist" and nothing! Tried all of
>their other frequencies and nothing too! Wonder if the first
>"Antichrist" program got on the air at 2100?  Wonder if that's what
>Worldwide CHRISTIAN Radio gets for trying to run "The Antichrist"'s
>radio show?!?!  See the gory details below.
>
>All the best,
>
>Al, WS4P
>
>

  They were still off the air 6:30 AM EST (10:30 UTC).

  Pete Costello



From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:15 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Quest)
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Subject: Re: WWCR-5.065-OFF THE AIR?
Date: 23 Jul 1996 21:25:43 GMT
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Jill Dybka ([e-mail]) wrote:

: I don't know what the reason is, but we *did* have some pretty
: severe weather here in Nashville.
: Jill

        They had a power outage, I got a report in Email that stated as
much from a station manager.  THANK YOU to everyone who responded....sq

:)

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From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:16 1996
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From: Steve Whitt <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: 22 Jul 1996 18:50:14 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]> Richard E. Hankison, [e-mail]
writes:
>Very interesting, Steve.  Especially the cost.  Ironically, I just
>received a mail order specialty catalog in the mail the day after my
>posting.  Featured on the cover was a limited edition atomic clock-driven
>watch.  It was priced at just under $1,000 U.S.  I am no expert at the
>exchange rate, but I don't think that equates to even 100 UK pounds.
>
>If you can provide me with information regarding the European models or
>information on where I can get information, it would be appreciated.
>
>Rich


Richard
I don't have info handy. Sunday newspaper supplements get binned
quickly!! But if I find info I will e-mail details.

Companies include people like Innovations who I'm sure will accept
international phone orders by credit card.

BRAINWAVE!!!! Innovations are on the WWW

peek at

http://www.innovations.co.uk/GP/serve?SID=17272&PG=Report/R/A25694.html
or
http://www.innovations.co.uk/GP/serve?SID=17272&PG=Report/R/A25692.html
or
http://www.innovations.co.uk/GP/serve?SID=17272&PG=Report/R/A22273.html


you'll probably need to register to access so hit
http://www.innovations.co.uk  first

regards
Steve


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:18 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Booth, Thomas G)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
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Date: 22 Jul 1996 23:28:55 GMT
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In article <4sp5a7$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Steve Quest)
wrote:

>       Did they remember to mention the rather large loop antenna
> required to receive 60 Khz broadcasts?  :)  The 60 Kc transmitter in
> Boulder transmits not the voice communication that was mentioned in your
> article "at the tone x hours, x minutes, coordinated universal time" but
> binary coded information for computers, etc., to receive the time signals.
> To us, these are just beeps.  However, Heathkit once had a receiver that
> monitored and decoded the encoding in the 2.5 to 20 Mhz broadcast signals
> and called their kit "the worlds most accurate clock".  I'm suprised that
> nobody has ever made an assembled version of this unit..............sq

> (am I the only one that coordinates his watch to WWV so I know to the
> second how _late_ I am for work?  :)

Well, Heath in recent years did introduce a "Most Accurate Clock II" which
was sold in assembled-only form, and I _think_ it was a different animal
than the original GC-1000.  If memory serves, Odetics also made a similar
product, along w/ a PC card based WWV receiver.  IMO none of these products
were intended for the average US consumer, who probably doesn't have the
same zeal for knowing precise time as myself or Steve (but would perhaps
appreciate a self setting clock).

TGB

\\ The opinions expressed herein are my own. //


From [e-mail] Sat Jul 27 19:36:19 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Grunberg)
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Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
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David R. Alpert ([e-mail]) writes:
> On Jul 19, 1996 23:21:43 in article <Re: WWVB power increase>,
> '[e-mail] (Steve Quest)' wrote:
>
<snip>
>
> Does anybody else remember or have tapes of WWV when they were still
> located in Mayland, and made voice announcements only once every five
> minutes?
>

I remember.  I not only had to consider whether 60 Hz hum was having an
effect on some of the earthbound equipment I designed for Goddard Space Flight
Center (which was right across the road from WWV), I also had to contend
with the effect of 5 and 10 Mhz hum (;-).  It was rumored that there was a
technician who could tell what time it was by properly aligning two of his
dental fiillings, and grounding himself to an equipment rack (:-).




--
Dan Grunberg    Kensington, Maryland   USA


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:15 1996
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From: robert colin newell <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: 7600G Sony Quality Control and SYNC drift--tonality
Date: Wed, 31 Jul 1996 14:16:55 -0700
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Has anyone else had this problem :

Slight variations in the High-frequency response
on one or the other Sidebands during SYNC detection ?

Mine is like this slightly-- It is not big deal.

I also read about it in the PASSPORT for 1996

Thanks,

       colin

http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca
The Worlds only Live Shortwave and Interactive LogBook
on the    W O R L D   W I D E   W E B .


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Demetre Koumanakos)
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Subject: ak45.zip - Amazing Kenwood V4.5 Kenwood radio controller
Summary: Reposted by Keith Petersen
Keywords: simtel.net,msdos
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I have uploaded to Simtel.Net:

http://www.simtel.net/pub/simtelnet/msdos/hamradio/ak45.zip
ftp://ftp.simtel.net/pub/simtelnet/msdos/hamradio/ak45.zip        69123 bytes

ak45.zip        Amazing Kenwood V4.5 Kenwood radio controller

Amazing Kenwood will control your Kenwood radio through the RS-232 and
the Kenwood IF-232 or compatible interface.  Amazing Kenwood supports all
Kenwood HF transceiver and receiver models.

This release includes: External memory channels, COM1-COM4 support,
Model sensitive commands, 4 Rig operation, internal anti-virii
protection, non Kenwood serial interface support, and more.

Special requirements: Kenwood IF-232 or compatible interface.

Shareware.  Uploaded by the author.

Demetre Koumanakos, Project Coordinator D.P.D
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:17 1996
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From: Jonathan Marks <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Aurora Contest, number stations
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 07:20:27 +0100
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On August 15th Diana Janssen will announce the winner of
RN's Bottom of the page web contest (see the Media Network
WWW page at www.rnw.nl). We'll also launch another contest to
give away the new aurora double CD...fascinating.

I hear that irdial discs in London have nearly finished a triple
CD on the number stations.


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From: [e-mail] (Richard A Madsen)
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Subject: Re: Basic OUutdoor Antenna Question
Date: 30 Jul 1996 16:18:28 -0500
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A simple long-wire from rcvr to the outside will suffice but the longer
and higher the better.  I am on 2nd floor of apartment with a short wire
going out the window and hanging down the side of building.  You don't
have to be fancy when SWListening and a agood receiver will solve most of
your problems.  Rcvr here is Collins 75S-1 tube type.  W0MM.
So gud listening.


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:18 1996
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From: Jonathan Marks <[e-mail]>
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Subject: BBC Monitoring
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 07:11:16 +0100
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The cuts at BBCMS will be as of April next year and mainly in
the editorial division. The dept that produces World Media is
not directly affected (yet) but there is drastic cutting elsewhere
as BBC looks for ways to finance the move to digital. It is the
same story in many European countries. Public purse strings are
tight and that means services where the customer is not a
national (e.g. in an overseas service) are suddenly regarded as
expendable. Very short sighted.


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:19 1996
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From: Scott A. Osborne <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Becker radios
Date: 28 Jul 1996 07:08:13 GMT
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Does anyone know where to get the Becker shortwave auto radio in Illinois?



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:20 1996
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From: Jonathan Marks <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Bonaire missing
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 07:17:49 +0100
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Problems with the power meant that two of the Bonaire
frequencies were off last Thursday evening in North America.
The wind changed to a direction it doesn't normally come from
and threatened to cause problems with the seawater cooling
system, stirring up large amounts of silt.

Back on the air now. Thanks for the e-mails about it.


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:21 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Joel Rubin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: CHATTANOOGA TN DR GENE SCOTT FANS?
Date: 27 Jul 1996 23:13:57 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>ARE THERE ANY DR GENE SCOTT FANS IN THE CHATTANOOGA TN METRO AREA
>BESIDES MYSELF? I LISTEN WHEN I CAN VIA SHORTWAVE WWCR OR DALLAS
>STATION WHEN I CAN RECIEVE THE STATION CLEARLY I HAVE A RADIO SHACK

Have you ever seen "the silver fox" on the tube? He used to own a TV
station here in San Francisco, and he was on like 24-hours/day. I think
he might still be on at hours when they don't have any Chinese soaps or
whatever they run. (He's on the University Network, I believe, on
satellite.) He puts on quite an act, but it wasn't one of the stations in
my TV's memory.
--
 "The Misinformation Highway Begins Here."
        -- Monty Python Web Site (http://www.pythonline.com)



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:22 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dave Loudin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: China Jamming VOA?
Date: Tue, 30 Jul 1996 08:53:00 -0400
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In article <4tfm35$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:

> When I was in Beijing, China, I heard the Voice of America quite clearly
> and no sign of any jamming.  I did hear jamming of transmissions from
> Taiwan though.  I realize that China National Radio #1 can be heard at the
> same time on VOA frequencies in Chinese here in the states as I listen to
> CNR all the time on some of these frequencies just so I can hear CNR
> clearly.  So if anyone says China is jamming VOA frequencies in Chinese
> just because they too hear CNR on the VOA frequencies does not mean that
> the VOA broadcasts are not being heard in China.  I have yet to see any
> reports anywhere from anyone in China that shows that VOA broadcasts are
> being jammed.  My experience in 1991 listening in Beijing showed they are
> not being jammed.  My experience shows that Taiwan broadcasts to China are
> being jammed but I did hear at certain times Taiwan broadcasts in China
> but the 11775 broadcast was unhearable just like it is hear most of the
> time.  A chinese gentlemen sat with me all night on a roof in Chengde,
> China and I showed him China was jamming Taiwan broadcasts.  He had never
> heard a jammer before and was quite intrigued.  15 minutes before that, he
> was trying to get me to leave the roof as no one was allowed to be up
> there.  He ended up bringing me and my Japanese friend chairs and a table
> and even some food.
>
Now that I'm working somewhere else, I think I'm free to comment ;-)

I used to work in VOA's monitoring department.  VOA has sent people on
reception surveys through China and has automated monitoring systems that
record reception of VOA Mandarin and English [and other] broadcasts on a
regular basis.  Let me assure you that as of a year ago, the Chinese were
jamming VOA Mandarin on a regular basis.  They use several techniques:
narrowband FM noise jamming, plain old noise jamming, and cleverly
scheduled co-channel broadcasts.  Thanks to the plethora of frequencies
used, varying propagation conditions, and the vast expanse of the target
area, this jamming is not 100% effective.  For example, the jamming used
to pretty much wipe out VOA Mandarin in Beijing is not nearly as effective
in Shanghai.

China's scheduling of CNR #1 broadcasts on the same frequency as VOA
Mandarin really *is* a form of jamming.  You'll see that these "relays" of
their domestic network follow virtually the same schedule as VOA Mandarin
transmissions, and their opens and closes are rather abrupt [joined in
progress;-)].

Dave Loudin


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:23 1996
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From: Robert Ganter <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: China Radio Int'l "promos" on WOR?
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 16:56:19 +0200
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Ma, Ying-Jeou wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (David A. Kaye) Wrote
>
> >Jamming the VOA and BBC are benign compared to their *real* violations,
> >such as the Tianamen Square massacre, the use of slave and prison labor
> >for manufacturing products (most of which are sold in the USA in nearly
> >any gift shop, drugstore or video store), and the genocide against the
> >Tibetans.  These are the REAL crimes the Chinese are doing.
>
> Real crimes?  Stop lying. You don't know what you are talking about
> Do You?
> The real crime is the genocide of millions of native Americans by the
> white people.  How about the eradication of native culture?
> Beating up black people?  Homeless?  Drug users?  Rapists?The genocide again
st native Americans and as another example, the
genocide against Jews during National Socialist Regime in Germany are
with no doubt real crimes.
This does not change anything about the fact
- that China still does a genocide against Tibetians.
- China illegally lets prisoners manufacture products primarly intended
for export.
- China is a dictature ruled by criminals, compared to any democratic
country in the world.
>
> Minority Tibetans are treated better in China than black or Hispanics
> are treated in the USA.  China treats its minorities better than the
> USA treat its minoritiesWow. Its up to You to prove that. As long as You don
't do that I see this
as propaganda used to hide facts. The only minority treated well in China
are those, who rule it with violence!
> Slave labor?  Any proof?  You just can't stand regular Chinese
> making better quality widget  than you.The existance of slave labor in China
 has been proved. Period.
> Stop lying.Who's lying here? Why do You live in Taiwan? You are not worth th
e
freedom You get from living there. Go to China and see, how living in a
dictature "frees" You from any rights!

I second without restriction, what David said and no dictature (be it
communist or fascist, which is the same) friendly nerd like You will
change my mind about that. I think I owe that to all suffering from
dictatures like China.

99

Robert


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:24 1996
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From: John Figliozzi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: China Radio Int'l "promos" on WOR?
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 01:23:59 -0400
Organization: Earthlink Network, Inc.
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To: Andy Sennitt <[e-mail]>

Andy Sennitt wrote:
>
> >What does this have to do with shortwave?  At least the original poster
> >said something about jamming VOA.
>
> I don't agree with the comments the Chinese lady made either, but I
>....

I agree wholeheartedly with you, Andy, but I think you mean the First
Amendment  :-).




From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:25 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Quest)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting.guide+girl,rec.scouting.issues,rec.scouting.misc
Subject: Re: Earn $10,000+\month  Working At Home!!
Date: 29 Jul 1996 18:31:01 GMT
Organization: Concentric Internet Services
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Uncle Bob ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Cybertrader ([e-mail]) wrote:
: : Could YOU use an EXTRA $100, $1000, or even $10,000+
: :               every month, whether you work or not?!
: :                  IT'S FREE!  NO COST - NO RISK

: : CALL RIGHT NOW, and start building your income today.
: :           $$$  1-800-223-6477 $$$

: : ///////// your sponsor's FCI   ID #   is   SH1885969 \\\\\\\

:                               ***

: $10,000 per month for not working? If it sounds too good to be true...
: it's probably not!

        Sounds like someone giving instructions for how to get on Welfare!
I know people who are on county welfare, state food stamps, AND federal
disability income, all for faking a mental illness "I hear voices in my
head".  Not only that, they get free medical insurance to boot!  One of my
ex-girlfriends heard about this scam from her girlfriend, and went for it.
She now doesn't have to work, lives in a modest apartment, and plays on
the computer all day without worry, and without having to work........sq

(they told me that the secret was not getting on any ONE program, but to
get on ALL THE PROGRAMS!  The combined income is about $25,000/yr equate)

--
-<[e-mail]>---------\   ( (  |  ) )   Amendment1 Congress shall make
============================>      /_\       no law abridging the freedom
MicroPower FM Broadcasting-/      /\_/\      of speech, or of the press.


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:26 1996
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From: John Scavarda <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Extraordinary Science Radio Hour?
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 21:26:43 -0700
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Jim Overstreet wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (Thomas Mahanna) wrote:
>  Does anyone know
> >what happened to the Tesla Society Broadcast?
>
> Sunday nights, either 10 or 11 pm CDT.

Sounds very interesting.  What frequency?


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:27 1996
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From: Steve K <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Free Ham/Shortwave/Computer/Electronics Classifieds @ vhamfest.com
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 21:37:59 -0700
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Free classified ads viewable at
http://www.vhamfest.com

Ham Radio/Computer/Electronics ads as well as
hamfest calendar and stolen equipment listing.

73

Steve WB8HNC


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:27 1996
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From: [e-mail] (chainsaw)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Freq. Inversion/SSB??
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 04:32:23 GMT
Organization: blahh inc.
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Hi,I am wondering if  frequency inversion can be heard
by using SSB?
Of course I have seen "kits" people sell to "de-code"
this type of transmission,but would a receiver with SSB
capability do the same??
Thanxx for any input.



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:28 1996
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From: [e-mail] (BRENT REYNOLDS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap
Followup-To: rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS-RS DX-440
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 96 04:05:00 -0500
Distribution: rec.radio.swap
Organization: ShareWare South Decatur, GA 30030
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I have for sale a Realistic DX-440, basically same as the Sangean ATS-803A in
excellent working condition, with a small dent in the speaker grille.  Will
take $100 including shipping via U.S. Postal Service anywhere in U.S. or
Canada.  This includes all documentation on floppy disk, from Tandy's Web site
.
 Call Brent Reynolds in Atlanta, 404-814-0768 or e-mail
[e-mail].
73's!  Brent Reynolds


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (A. E. Siegman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.backcountry,rec.skiing.backcountry
Subject: Global positioning system (GPS): recommendations?
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 15:43:09 -0700
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I've convinced myself I want a low-cost GPS unit to take hiking
(some of the backcountry areas near me not well mapped).  Anyone
have an recommendations, before I check with Radio Shack?

Email replies to [e-mail] appreciated.


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Ross Archer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.backcountry,rec.skiing.backcountry
Subject: Re: Global positioning system (GPS): recommendations?
Date: Tue, 30 Jul 1996 04:35:02 GMT
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[e-mail] (Ross Archer) wrote:

>[e-mail] (A. E. Siegman) wrote:

>>I've convinced myself I want a low-cost GPS unit to take hiking
>>(some of the backcountry areas near me not well mapped).  Anyone
>>have an recommendations, before I check with Radio Shack?

>>Email replies to [e-mail] appreciated.
>I have heard that Trimble Navigation has one of the best units.
>No idea of the price.  They're located in San Jose, California.
>Might be worth giving them a call.
I just found their web page.  It's at (surprise!)
http://www.trimble.com/

Their consumer models are Scout and ScoutMaster.  The latter
supports differential GPS and computer I/O.

Hope this helps.






From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:32 1996
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From: Harold Hackman <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.backcountry,rec.skiing.backcountry
Subject: Re: Global positioning system (GPS): recommendations?
Date: Tue, 30 Jul 1996 20:34:32 -0700
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Ed Fortmiller wrote:
>
> In article <4tg3q1$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (MM) wrot
e:
>
> > Try the GPS45. $280 Boater's World.
>
> There is now a GPS45-XL.
>
> --
> Ed Fortmiller | Hudson MA | [e-mail]

Ed,

Any idea what the difference between the 45 and the 45XL might be?

Harold


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:33 1996
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From: Wilson Jarvis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.backcountry,rec.skiing.backcountry
Subject: Re: Global positioning system (GPS): recommendations?
Date: Wed, 31 Jul 1996 19:26:51 -0500
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Harold Hackman wrote:
>
> Any idea what the difference between the 45 and the 45XL might be?
>

I was just at West Marine yesterday.  Their electronics guy told me that
the "new" 45 (which is the 45XL, I guess), has a 20 hour rating on fully
charged batteries.  Now THAT's an improvement!  And there may be more...


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:34 1996
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From: [e-mail] (S. d'Amours)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Grundig yb305
Date: Mon, 29 Jul 1996 01:19:33 -0400
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In article <[e-mail]>, Shailesh Kumar
<[e-mail]> wrote:

No SSB!!!

Stef, VE2SDZ


> Any opinions on Grundig yb305?
--
Stephane d'Amours
[e-mail]
http://www.cam.org/~interso


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:36 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Bruce Oltman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: HELP Needed with Sony ICF-SW1
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 23:02:37 -0500
Organization: WorldWide Access (tm) - Chicagoland Internet Services (http://www.wwa.com)
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Chuck Maddox) wrote:

>
> I purchased a SW1 in Early December 1990 from a Catalog House that was
> going out of Business.  At that time it had a retail price of $299.95 and
> the Catalog House had everything on sale for 30% off.  The unit had been
> on the market since  1988, as I had considered purchase of the unit at
> that time.  It took the Gulf War, my desire to be able to pull a SW set
> out of a shirt pocket to listen for news of the Gulf War, and a great
> price to go and purchase the unit.
>
> It's still a very pleasant set.  I frequently take it with me and listen
> to it in the car or on lunch breaks.
>
> Chuck

I've traveled with mine too.  The only problem I've had was the unit
switching on accidentally because the pressure to activate the "ON"
is so low.  I think I flew all the way to Hawaii with the radio on
in my carry-on bag.  When arrived, I heard static from the bag
and pulled out the radio -- it was indeed ON and tuned to 9755 (RCI).

--
Signing off...
  primary: [e-mail] or alternate: [e-mail]
   ...Bruce Oltman


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:37 1996
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From: Dan Phillips <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: History of First SW Station in US
Date: 30 Jul 1996 10:22:12 GMT
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A history of early shortwave radio in the United States at:

http://edge.edge.net/~dphillip/DistantListener.html




From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:38 1996
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From: Dan K Nelson <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Icom R8500:  how much?
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Bill Whitacre wrote:
>
> Anybody know how much the Icom R8500 will cost?  Based on the fact that
> the cost of the R9000 was similar to the model number, I'm not too
> hopeful. ;-)
>
> bw

From what I'm hearing, it should be less than $2,000. My guess is
somewhere around $1700-$1800.

<dan>


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:39 1996
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From: [e-mail] (BRENT REYNOLDS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Followup-To: u.radio
Subject: Info wanted--Hitachi KH-5000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 96 04:19:00 -0500
Distribution: rec.radio.shortwave
Organization: ShareWare South Decatur, GA 30030
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I recently acquired a Hitachi KH-5000 20-band All Wave Radio Receiver as part
of a multi-item deal.  This is a massive "portable" which is about
23.5-14.5-8.5 inches and weighs something over 40 pounds.  I contacted Hitachi
and found out that it was first sold in 1974 for $1,195.  Does anybody know
anything about this model, and where one might be able to get some work done o
n
it?  The unit has coverage from 100Khz-30MHz, and 76-174MHz on 20 bands.  What
might it be worth today, and what other contemporary receivers might it be
comparable to?

I'd like to find some one in the Atlanta Metro area who might be able to help
with a few repairs it needs, since the unit is so large and heavy that shippin
g
would not be cheap.  I have a photo-copy of the user's manual and the
Technical/Service manual for the unit.  However, being visually-impaired, I'm
not able to read these and haven't had a chance to get them scanned or read.
Any information would be grately appreciated.  Thanks.
Brent Reynolds
Phone, Atlanta, 404-814-0768 or e-mail
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:40 1996
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From: [e-mail] (bill whitacre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Jamming
Date: Tue, 30 Jul 1996 04:41:41 -0400
Organization: Heller Information Services, Inc.
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NNTP-Posting-Host: fullcirc.his.com

If you would like to hear samples of jamming of VOA broadcasts in Chinese,
Tibetan, Burmese, Korean and Spanish (R.Marti), check out this URL:

<http://voa.his.com/jamming.html>

--
Bill Whitacre
Voice of America

e-mail:    [e-mail]
           [e-mail]

Homepage(s):  http://www.his.com/~bw
              http://voa.his.com


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:40 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: More station ID/ IS wav files
Date: Mon, 29 Jul 1996 04:06:27 GMT
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I have posted some wav files of the following in
alt.binaries.sounds.misc:

        Voice of the Libyan People - a clandestine anti-Qaddafi station
        Radio Havana Cuba - the old IS and staion IDs

These are from old airchecks of these stations

Enjoy!

Tony




From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:41 1996
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From: robert colin newell <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: My, aren't we smug
Date: Mon, 29 Jul 1996 11:03:20 -0700
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Henry wrote:
>
> It must be nice to know SOOOOO much.  Does it ever hurt?
> >What is this in reference to ???

Help us other DX enthusiasts out and re-define the nature of
your barb !

colin newell
the graffitti radio logbook on the web.
http://espresso.ts.uvic.ca/log.htm
http://www.octonet.com/~coffee/log.htm


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:43 1996
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Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 08:56:45 +0000
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From: Jan Nieuwenhuis <[e-mail]>
Organization: Netherlands Institute for Sea Research
Subject: New BDXC-WWW data available
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BENELUX DX-CLUB (BDXC) INFORMATION
==================================

NEW & UPDATED info available via "World Wide Web" on Internet at:

  http://www-dx.deis.unibo.it/htdx/swls/bdxc.html

* NEW     - "DX-Hotline (25/7/96)

             BELARUS    * RADIO BELARUS (RADIO MINSK)
             CHILE      * RADIO ESPERANZA
                        * RADIO PATEGONIA CHILENA
                        * RADIO SANTE MARIA
                        * RADIO TRIFUNAL EVANGELICA
             HAWAII     * KWHR - WORLD HARVEST RADIO
             HUNGARY    * RADIO BUDAPEST
             RUSSIA     * VOICE OF RUSSIA
             THAILAND   * RADIO THAILAND
             U.S.A.     * WHRI - WORLD HARVEST RADIO
                        * WVHA
             UZBEKISTAN * RADIO TASHKENT

* UPDATED - "English to EUROPE (25/7/96)"
* UPDATED - "Spanish to EUROPE (25/7/96)"

73's   Jan

======================================================================
Greetings from a partly cloudy/sunny, Texel island ...................
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                               Geographical position : 53.05N / 04.50E
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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:43 1996
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From: [e-mail] (K. Scott)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: NEW SHOW ON AIR!
Date: 31 Jul 1996 17:38:15 GMT
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New Short Wave Show on "WGTG" 9400 KHz, 31 Meter's, Sat nite's from 11:00
PM to 12:00 USA ESTime, or 8:00 to 9:00 PM PSTime. "NORTH OF 49" is about
all kinds of radio and old time radio shows. Also some talk and a few
songs. The station in religious, but the show IS NOT. Tune in.



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:44 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Stewart M. Clamen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Olympic Games
Date: 28 Jul 1996 10:46:02 -0400
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In article <[e-mail]> Brian Beninger <[e-mail]> w
rites:

   During the second week of the Olympic Games I will be on holidays during
   which time my only communication with the outside world will be via
   short wave receiver. Are there any short wave stations that broadcast
   Olympic news continuously or at least on a regular periodic basis?


The BBC has daily programming from Atlanta.  Check out:

 URL: http://www.bbcnc.org.uk/worldservice/atlanta2.html


--
Stewart M. Clamen                                       [e-mail]
School of Computer Science -- Carnegie Mellon Univ.
5000 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3891, USA             URL: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~clamen/


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:45 1996
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From: "Denes S. Varady" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Opinions on R1000 receiver????
Date: 28 Jul 1996 13:33:29 GMT
Organization: Consulting Engineer
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I think you will like it...

Has a better front-end overload perfo than the R2000

Biggest handicap: NO memories

Good luck:
--

Denes S. Varady,  N3NV




From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:46 1996
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From: [e-mail] (DARKLY BRIGHT)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Pirate "Radio Xanax"
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 29 Jul 96 00:41:00 -0500
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        Logged on 6950.0 USB 0100-0130 UTC July 29:

        "RADIO XANAX"

        w/ "Don't Worry, Be Happy" by Bobby McFerrin,

        advertisements for Xanax and other tranquilizers,

        advice to "go with the flow" by announcer,

        and "Dark Side of the Moon" by Pink Floyd.

        Mailing address given in Massachusetts, but

        unreadable over noise at this QTH.

         ___________   +---------------------------------------------+
  ###--+/   ________)  |          /////////////////////////          |
  ###  |   (____)      |          [e-mail]          |
  ###  |   (___)       +---------------------------------------------+
  ###  |___(___)       |            "Have you no memories,           |
  ###--+               |               O Darkly Bright?"             |
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___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:47 1996
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From: [e-mail] (kEN Colburn)
Subject: Portable SW used in car?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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Would a cheap ($100) portable SW radio work in a car/truck while moving?
Or would it fade in and out like some AM/FM portables w/ tele ant do?
What about in a semi if u ran a longwire ant on top of the trailer?
tia

--

.sigmund: "I think,ez, you're using the Net to replace the puppy you
lost as a child." "What banana?" "What?" "Huh?"  [e-mail]
http://www.mainelink.net/~writer/poster/Poster.html



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:48 1996
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From: John Fallows <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Portable SW used in car?
Date: Wed, 31 Jul 1996 19:51:43 -0600
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>  [e-mail] (kEN Colburn) wrote:
>Would a cheap ($100) portable SW radio work in a car/truck while moving?I hav
e tried my Grundig YB400 in the car, using my 144Mhz (2 Meter 5/8
whip) antenna, which isn't much.  Reception was okay until I turned on
the ignition!!  AM reception of course is quite prone to ignition noise,
and the signal levels on SWBC are so much lower (microvolts rather than
millivolts) than AMBC, that you really need great shielding, or else all
you will year is yourself shifting gears!  Interestingly, this little
experiment helped me realize I had a problem with the 2 meter antenna.

--
John Fallows                VE6MBA
Calgary, Alberta            Ernst & Young [phone]
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:49 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Charles P. Crawford)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: R. Copan back
Date: Mon, 29 Jul 1996 14:22:00 +0100
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Today, 29 July, I heard Radio Copan International, with good signal on 15675.
1736 to 1809 UTC. I haven't ever heard them this strong ever before.

DX440, 70 foot longwire.


Charlie in western KY.

--
   "I was so much older then, I'm younger than that now."
                                          B. Dylan


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:50 1996
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From: AC6V <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: RADIO AMATEUR CALLBOOK
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 10:10:19 -0700
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Juan Flores wrote:
>
> Would somebody please email me the snail mail address of the Radio
> Amateur Callbook.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Juan Flores
> [e-mail]

Juan

Not exactly the address but check out the following URL:

http://www.mindspring.com/~pda/

Has a way to mail order same.

73
Rod
--
Hark for I have hurled my words to the far reaches of the earth!
What King of old could do thus??
..... AC6V


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:51 1996
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From: Jonathan Marks <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Receiver And Antenna Advice
Date: Sat, 27 Jul 1996 07:29:15 +0100
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The web pages at RN are heavily used by people looking for
unbiased advice on receivers and antennas. As we always point out,
use the Internet to grab as many opinions as possible. Beware of
people who claim they know it all.

At this time we're updating a number of receiver reviews and would
be interested in "horror" stories about SW portables and/or
table tops you would NOT recommend to friends and why. I get the
impression that, with a few exceptions, the level of shortwave
broadcast knowledge amongst dealers is pretty awful.

Feedback welcome. The most useful will be incorporated into the
report to be published on the WWW.


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:52 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Matthew A Piechota)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Req: Shortwave stations
Date: 31 Jul 1996 00:28:58 GMT
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Could someone post, mailme, direct me to an entire list of sw stations
and times of broadcast? thnks.


PowerMikeLasota
PowerMikeLtd.
14yrs.old
[e-mail]
http://www.geocities.com/SunsetStrip/6486/index.html
--
Sue Lasota            YAao,
                      Y8888b,
                    ,oA8888888b,
              ,aaad8888888888888888bo,


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:53 1996
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From: AC6V <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Req: Shortwave stations
Date: Wed, 31 Jul 1996 06:44:20 -0700
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Matthew A Piechota writes:
> >  Could someone post, mailme, direct me to an entire list of sw stations
> >  and times of broadcast? thnks.
> >
> >
> >  PowerMikeLasota
> >  PowerMikeLtd.
> >  14yrs.old
> >  [e-mail]
> >  http://www.geocities.com/SunsetStrip/6486/index.html
>
> Matthew,

Try the following URLs

http://www.rnw.nl/en/hitlist.html

http://itre.uncecs.edu/radio/RadioCatalogSW.html#Broadcasters

These are freebees.

For a comprehensive list, get a copy of "Passport to World Band Radio"
at bookstores or the library.

Good DXing
Rod Amateur Radio Call AC6V
--
Hark for I have hurled my words to the far reaches of the earth!
What King of old could do thus??
..... AC6V


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:54 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Christopher Cronin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: RS DX-380/Sangean ATS-808 stopped working !!!
Date: 29 Jul 1996 10:49:27 GMT
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My ATS-808 is two years old and stopped receiving all AM signals.
Medium and shortwave frequencies only receive the faintest
signals, even of neighborhood medium wave stations . . . any ideas?


Thanks
--


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:55 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Terry Pridgen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Sony 2001D
Date: 31 Jul 1996 19:05:16 GMT
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Looking to buy a Sony 2001D. Respond to: [e-mail]
Terry

--




From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:55 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Sony 7600G AC adaptor alternative
Date: Fri, 26 Jul 1996 11:02:35 GMT
Organization: Teleport - Portland's Public Access [phone]
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One important (to Sony anyway) reason why they make their power plugs
different, and charge so much more money for most of their power
supplies is the fact that they are REGULATED to control the voltage
output, thus insuring proper operation and longer product life.

With the wild collection of unregulated "wall-warts" floating around,
it makes a lot of sense to me, and I didn't mind buying their supplies
to "do it right".

You can take chances, but is that $5.00 power supply worth betting a
$200 radio on?

Steve
WB7PSD



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:56 1996
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From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Sony ICF-6500W Frequency Drift
Date: 26 Jul 1996 19:09:08 GMT
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I've noticed that my Sony ICF-6500W drifts in frequency a lot more than
it used to.  In the past, it usually drifted perhaps 5 kHz at the most
until it stabilized.  This morning, it seemed to wander over the place
and settled about 15 kHz off from where I had set it.

I noticed it this morning when I tried to get the BBC on 15220 at 1430 UTC.

I know that frequency drift is not unusual.  This unit uses older
semiconductors and they take a while to stabilize as they come up to
steady-state temperature.  What happened this morning was quite unexpected.

Does anyone have any suggestions on what happened and what can be done
about it?  The receiver works fine otherwise, so I don't think there's
any reason to put it up on blocks and replace it.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you.

--
******************************************************************************
*
*
*
* Bernhard Michael Jatzeck         email:  [e-mail]
*
*
*
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*


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:57 1996
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From: Charles Bolland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Station Database Program Stand Alone
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 15:47:00 -0400
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It's still available and checkout http://www.flinet.com/~chuck/
> Friends
>
> It's still available.  The IMB/DOS Broadcasting Radio Station Database Progr
am for Longwave, Mediumwave, and Shortwave.  Over 4,000 records
> included already.  The program is completely read and write.  Records
> can be added or changed.  Sorts in mayny different formats both on your
> screen and in print.
>
> If you would like a copy of the program, send your request to
>
>                                          [e-mail]
>
> Please send your Snail mail address too.  It will be kept confidential.  I m
ay
> possibly send you a first class letter down the road describing my other
> radio programs..
>
> Thanks
>
> Chuck
>
> [e-mail]
>
> s


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:58 1996
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Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 25 Jul 1996 15:01:57 -0400
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Sender: "Short Wave Listener's List" <SWL$[e-mail]>
From: David Cooke <[e-mail]>
Subject: SW KEENER
Lines: 3

        I am a BIG BIG BIG Short Wave fanatic!!!!

        It's awesome!
        Any other SW fans from around Durham Ontario??????


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:55:59 1996
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From: [e-mail] (R C NEWELL)
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Subject: Re: SW radio in Singapore?
Date: 29 Jul 1996 13:17:27 -0700
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In <4tisf5$[e-mail]> Mark Gingrich <[e-mail]> writes:

>Brian Morgan <[e-mail]> asked:

>> I'm being offered an opportunity to work in Singapore for a year -
>> would it be legal to take my short wave radio with me?  Are there
>> any legal restrictions?


Nope. If it is a table-top communications receiver, check first
with your nations customs office and then at the consulate of
Singapore in your area.

Many, many governments and border officials are suspicious of
"military-looking" equipment upon entry to a state or principality.
Why ? It looks like it will be used or sold for anti-government
activities.

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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:00 1996
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From: Rob Kennedy <[e-mail]>
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Brian Morgan wrote:
>
> I'm being offered an opportunity to work in Singapore for a year -
> would it be legal to take my short wave radio with me?

As an aside to this, I had a look at radio prices
in Sng last summer; I was specifically looking for a Grundig
YB400 -- despite trawls up and down everywhere, I couldn't
find a single one. I don't now recall exact prices on other
makes, but I do remember thinking that prices were not
significantly cheaper than in the UK.

Prices across the causeway in Malaysia were higher than
in Singapore for such items. But food is a lot cheaper in My,
and well worth a trip just for that; do try the curry sotong!

Oh, and for us anoraks, there's a radio studio in the
basement of Takashimaya store on Orchard Road in Sng. Friendly guys
who I'm sure would give a welcome to visitors; can't recall
the name of the station now; it's owned by the National Trades
Union Council.

Rob K

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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:01 1996
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Subject: Re: SWL veterans: What should we expect of the Solar Cycle Maximum?
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Sorry abt the "when vs. WHAT"...

Simply: bands which are "winter/night-time" type will be almost useless.. [80m
]

"Night-type" ones will be day-type..

The "15m" ham-band [it is ACTUALLY 14m!] and the 12m Broadcast will be great..

The CB-ers WIll love it.. could talk all over the world


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:02 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Brian Oakley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: SWL vs HAM revisited
Date: 27 Jul 1996 17:35:39 -0500
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 Looks like its being perpetuated by both of you. Brian

Ralph Brandi ([e-mail]) wrote:
: In article <4t0fsm$[e-mail]>,
: [e-mail] (R C NEWELL) wrote:

: > Something has always bothered me:

: Your doctor can probably provide an ointment.

: > Why do people naturally assume that if you
: > have a rack full of radio gear in your living room,
: > that you are a "ham" or radio amateur ?

: Because hams have higher visibility; they get on the news every time
: there's a disaster because they provide communications to the disaster
: areas.  There's rarely any reason to cover the activities of SWLs on the
: news, and on those rare occasions when there is, say, someone intercepted
: Jimmy Carter's phone call on the way back from Haiti, for example, the
: press doesn't understand the difference between the hobbies and calls the
: person who received the phone call a "ham" as well.  So there's no real
: way for the average couch potato to discern a difference without further
: education.

: > And what is it about the arrogance of Ham radio
: > types that automatically assume that you are
: > eager to drop your international radio hobby,
: > your equipment and your expertise as a DX chaser
: > to become a member of a group of aging men
: > with flaky prostates that sit on it all day
: > talking about the size of their linears .

: Not all hams talk about the size of their linears or how well their
: signals get out.  Some have endless arguments about whether or not you're
: allowed to order pizza over the local repeater's autopatch.  :-)

: > Will this misunderstanding ever end ?

: No.  It's been around for decades; it's not likely to disappear any time soo
n.

: --
: Ralph Brandi     [e-mail]     http://www.mcs.com/~ralph/

: "Look a little closer/Don't be such a grocer"
:      --The Embarrassment


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:04 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: SWL vs HAM revisited
Date: 30 Jul 96 10:26:48 EET
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This thread brings back memories from the 1970's:

One of my DXpeditions to Lapland (northernmost part of Finland)
was a two-week trip together with a good friend of mine, and we
rented a small cottage that was pretty suitable to our purpose.
The man who rented the cottage lived near-by and we met him daily.
He was very curious of what we were doing there, but we never
managed to get the idea of DXing (mainly north-american MW stations)
into his head. He was of course interested in our equipment and
especially in the long antennas (I recall 6 wires and about 800
metres long each), but every time he was talking to us, he spoke
about radio amateurs, even when we 10 minutes earlier had told
him that we are not radio amateurs but DXers. We of course got
sick and tired of hearing this, and finally my friend said to him
somewhat angrily: "we are not amateurs, we are professionals!".

A couple of days after having returned home we were both contacted by
the Finnish "Secret" Police, and we had to explain quite a lot of
our hobby before they were finally convinced. They mentioned that
they received a report from the north telling about these two guys
with "doubtful" actions. One of their questions was, whether our
equipment can be used in receiving signals from the submarines (I
think that our cottage was only about 500 kms away from Murmansk).

best 73's

Risto Vahakainu
The Finnish DX Association


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (JBerszoner)
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Subject: Teaching "An Ol' Dog" New Tricks
Date: 26 Jul 1996 19:05:46 -0400
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I'll try posting this plea again. Seems like the previous was lost in
cyberspace.

I've been a MW and SW Dx'ers for the better part of 30 years. I want to
restart the hobbie. Purchased all the books and am now more confused than
ever. I want to upgrade my listening shack in time for the winter DX
season. I've had my Kenwood R-2000 and R-5000 "peaked and tuned" and ready
to go. However, with some monitoring, I still can't pick up any "new
stuff". In fact, I'm rather peeved at the guys who went to Kentucky in
some woods and intercepted signals I've only dreamt about.

I run my equipment barefoot, i.e., no tuners, amplifiers, loops....no
nothing, just the two receivers, a GE Superadio III, an Eavesdropper
antenna (oriented north/south) and am hanging an Alpha/Delta sloper (
orienting to be NE/SW). That's it. Even taking into consideration low
solar cycles, etc., I'm not receiving anything more than I have in the
past.

I'm looking for some "tips" to improve my shack (no, I'm not buying
anymore receivers.....) from DX'ers out there, primarily from the
Chicagoland area, since then we'd share the same (suffer?) listening
conditions. BTW, other locations will be greatly appreciated.


HELP!!!!!! My ears azre plugged and I can't hear any more!!!   TIA

john


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Andrew Thall)
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Subject: Re: Teaching "An Ol' Dog" New Tricks
Date: Tue, 30 Jul 1996 03:22:53 GMT
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First things first,
(1) check your cables and wires for opens or shorts.
(2) If you have access to a grid dip meter, check the resonance of
your antennas -- or use an antenna tuner.

(3) make sure your receiver is properly aligned.

If the above all check out, you should be receiving well.

Andrew, WS7J



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Matt Whayman)
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Subject: Techno Shortwave - TSW Now on 7555khz
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 04:00:54 GMT
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Please note that TSW - Techno Shortwave is now on 7555khz Australian
Evenings 0830pm est - 10-30pm est - this is a test transmission only,
4795khz will also be used for the immediate future as before.



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:07 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Falcon)
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Subject: Re: Thank you for helping me choose a short wave!
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 07:37:25 GMT
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[e-mail](J. LeQuesne) wrote:

>In <4tchng$[e-mail]>
>[e-mail] (Falcon) writes:
>>
>>I want to thank everyone that responded to my posting about a week ago
>>about choosing a short wave radio (from Dallas).  I received both
>>reply articles and emails  from a number of people.  I found all your
>>comments very educational and enjoyable.
>>
>Hi--Your most welcome.  And I know you'll find SWL a fascinating
>avocation.  BTW, which receiver did you finally decide upon for your
>home/camping use?

>--j. lequesne

After much consideration and reading PASPORT, I decided on buying Sony
2010.



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:08 1996
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Dear Mark
Both of these stations do QSL. I suggest to send reception reports and
ask these questions to them.

Roland, HB9BQR




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VOA Launches New Bosnian Election Program

Washington, D.C., July 31, 1996 -- The Voice of America launches a new
30-minute program this week, dedicated to coverage of the upcoming
Bosnian elections in September.  The program, "Bosnian Elections -- An
American Perspective From the Voice of America," will air three days a
week--alternating between the three main languages spoken in the region.
On Tuesday, it will be broadcast in Croatian; Wednesday in Bosnian; and
Thursday in Serbian.

"Bosnian Elections" will feature the latest election news, correspondent
and stringer reports, short reports and features focusing on various
election issues, and interviews from Bosnia-Herzegovina.  VOA and
WORLDNET Television will co-produce a 10- to 15-minute weekly roundtable
and call-in segment for the program featuring U.S.-based area experts.
WORLDNET will distribute the audio/video to television stations in the
Balkans, and the VOA Croatian, Bosnian, and Serbian editions will carry
the audio on their respective broadcasts.

VOA Europe, VOA s live, 24-hour contemporary music network, will
broadcast bilingual public service announcements in English and Bosnian,
telling the diaspora outside the former Yugoslavia where to phone to get
more information about how they can vote in the upcoming election.  In
excess of 1.5 million displaced persons live outside the Balkans, and VOA

Europe, with its network in over 800 cities and towns in more than 60
countries, reaches many areas where they currently live.

The Voice of America is the international radio service of the U.S.
Information Agency, broadcasting almost 900 hours a week in 52 languages,
including English.  VOA direct shortwave and medium wave broadcasts reach
approximately 86 million listeners each week.  VOA broadcasts 3 hours of
Serbian, 1 1/2 hours of Croatian, 30 minutes of Bosnian, and 40 minutes
of Slovene to the former Yugoslavia each day.

To obtain additional information, please contact the Office of External
Affairs at [phone].


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date sent:  30-JUL-1996 06:52:11

        The Voice of Russia, in English, has been heard the last few days from
0200-0400 on 13645 from a sit in the Russia Far East with a weak signal. It is
the only VOR frequency that can be heard after 0100 here in New Jersey. Some
of the other Far east sites are also heard, but a too weak to use.
[DRAKE R8]. Many of the frequencies on the VOR WWW site have not been in use f
or
a while. Only two are available in the evening on the East Coast -
7125 and 7250 (to 0100) with 11675 during the local afternoon (16-20).

        Thailand is being heard here at 0030 on 15370 in English.
New Zealand is being heard on 15115 at 0200 and Austarilia is being head on
13755 at the same time. There seems to be an opening at 0200-
0400 for Pacific stations on 13MHz.  This may improve over the next few days
when the solar flux rises.




                       Richard Varron, Programmer I / SAS Representative

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date sent:  31-JUL-1996 05:55:48

        The strongest frequency in New Jersey from 1600-2000 is 11675
with 11630 as backup.

                       Richard Varron, Programmer I / SAS Representative

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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:15 1996
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From: Stephen H Ponder <[e-mail]>
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Here's a blast from the past!  While spending the weekend with my
mom "back home" in Louisiana, I found my old Radio Shack
AM TRF radio, Model 12-655, that Chuck Hutton had modified with
sharper IF filters!!  It still works!!  IMHO, the selectivity
and sensitivity are a lot better than the GE SuperRadio III.

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knew where I could locate
a FAQ for the radio ... I'm planning to incorporate this radio
in my "repertoire" for the '96 DX season (that's high-falutin'
talk for "I want to use this radio some more").

Any help in locating a FAQ or an archive site for the 12-655
would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dave)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Wanted: Matching speaker for TS-820S
Date: 28 Jul 1996 23:09:48 GMT
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Header says it all.  Matching speaker for TS-820.


email what you have to:

Dave WB7AWK
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:17 1996
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Date: Wed, 24 Jul 1996 01:35:00 -0400
From: [e-mail] (Nick Trim)
Subject: Which Direction to Or
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R> From: [e-mail] (David Rickmers)
 >
 > Although it may not look good on paper  my practical experience has
 > shown me that a wire antenna IS directional...on axis, not broadside.
 >
     I always assumed a longwire antenna would be directional to its
sides rather than toward its ends. Do you mean a longwire running
east/west will be directional in an east west direction?
     Why is this?

 -- SPEED 1.40 [NR]: Evaluation day 784...


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:19 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Len Anderson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Which Direction to Or
Date: Tue, 30 Jul 1996 07:43:00 GMT
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NT>From: [e-mail] (Nick Trim)
NT>Subject: Which Direction to Or

NT>R> From: [e-mail] (David Rickmers)
NT> >
NT> > Although it may not look good on paper  my practical experience has
NT> > shown me that a wire antenna IS directional...on axis, not broadside.
NT> >
NT>     I always assumed a longwire antenna would be directional to its
NT>sides rather than toward its ends. Do you mean a longwire running
NT>east/west will be directional in an east west direction?
NT>     Why is this?

A longwire is directional - in all directions - depending on its
physical length versus a desired signal's wavelength.  There's no easy
answer to the why of that since it involves a rather involved study of
electromagnetic waves and their effects on conductors.  If azimuth plots
of longwire receiving directions versus signal strength, there would be
many bumps of high signal with many notches of low signal all around the
circle for one frequency.  At another frequency, the pattern of highs
and lows would be different.  That's under ideal conditions with a
perfect ground or no ground.   In a practical residence installation, a
partially-conducting ground, nearby elevated utility lines, metal patio
roofs, chain-link fences, etc., modify the heck out of the ideal pattern
and the apparent pattern is just a blobby amoeba-looking thing without
the high ratio of peaks and valleys of the ideal.

As a general rule of "scientific thumb," the longer the better.  :)

---
 * OLX 2.1 * 1 ... there's always one in every crowd


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:20 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Bernie Rataj)
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Subject: Re: Whither German news?
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 96 04:44:49 GMT
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In article <4tdtjr$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Dan Ferguson) wrote:
>[e-mail] (Bernie Rataj) wrote:
>>At this moment, Thursday 03:50 UTC, the site is not responding. Maybe they'r
e
>>putting the SW listings back.
>
>It's there, but difficult to find, and not worth the hassle if you
>want more than one little piece of information.
>
>Too many sites get too far into showing what they can do with the neat
>features available and lose sight of the idea of providing USEFUL
>information in a USEFUL format!

I finally got thru to the site, and I couldn't agree more with your comments.
In fact, I never did find the SW listings, in part because my beta version of
MSIE went south (invalid pages faults an' all).

Bernie


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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:21 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Vincent Incardona, Rochester, NY USA)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Worlds Best Portable Ant. $2.00
Date: 29 Jul 1996 17:49:35 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>NATHAN KEITH ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: True, I just discovered the best portable antenna is form your local
>: Walmart store.  Its a Slinky!!!!!!  I bought one there in the toy
>: department and its super.  I travel a lot and needed something easy to
>: move around with me.  Can't wait to try one outside.
>
>: Let me know how it works for you.
>
>: Mr. SWL  Nathan....
>
>So, how does one:
>
>        a) hook it up to the receiver?
>        b) support it without it hopping up and down?

I didn't know that they still made metal slinkys.  I'll have to give this
a try.



From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:22 1996
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From: Robert Ogburn <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WTB: Allied Radio SX-190 Shortwave Radios and Speakers
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 08:58:22 -0700
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If you have an Allied SX-190 Short Wave Receiver or Speaker you wish to
sell or trade, please contact [e-mail].
Prefer to buy or trade in N. California.

Tnx  73's
WA6LXK


From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:23 1996
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: WTB: Sony 7600G or Grundig YB400
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Looking for a used Sony 7600G or Grundig YB400. Email if you want to
get rid of either of these.




RMS




From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:24 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Dan White)
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Subject: Re: WTB: Users Manual
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>In Article<4sslle$[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]> writes:
>
>> Would like to obtain the user manual for the Sony ICF-SW7600 receiver.
>> This is the original version, Sony hasn't responded to requests...


Try 1-800-488-7679.

I just ordered a manual for a SW7600G, about $10.


Dan

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Texas Instruments, Inc., Dallas, TX 75265
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From [e-mail] Thu Aug 01 21:56:25 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Chuck Forsberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: WWVB power increase
Date: 26 Jul 1996 17:21:49 GMT
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Even in the Oregon Rain Forest a long antenna is not needed for WWVB.
I have picked it up with amplified whips (McKay-Dymek 100) and a
ferrite loopstick tuned to 60 kHz.

What is needed is a moderately quiet location.  If the next door
apartment has light dimmers, forget it.

In the late 70's I built a WWVB decoder with a software phase locked loop.
I happened on a 60 kHz crystal filter at a hamfest which made the
reception of the WWVB signal much easier.

--
Chuck Forsberg WA7KGX     [e-mail]     http://www.omen.com
   Omen Technology Inc      "The High Reliability Software"
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