[AMRadio] Getting back on AM

[rbethman]

I couldn't agree more!

I find the majority of AM operators are an entirely different breed of 
individuals.

Yes, there are "some" exceptions, but exceptions are found in everything 
people are involved in.

I indeed managed some 40mtr QSOs with a bunch of static, and weird band 
fluctuations.

I had a little bit of rain, but nothing like the heavy storms South of me.

I'm trying to better understand all the gizmos and seemingly endless 
number of buttons!  I pressed one, and the the VFO took off on 
scanning.  Need to slap that finger!  Also paint THAT button some wild 
color!

Trying to recover from pressing the wrong button is frustrating to this 
old dog!  I am a honest to goodness computer nut that did it for years 
as a SYSADMIN and many other positions.

Learning this is probably going to make me crazier than what I already 
am!  That is saying some.

The nut that I am, I ran another run of RG-213, and added a 40 meter 
Double Bazooka in the dark, and slight drizzle.  (Told you I am a nut case!)

I reached into Illinois, South of Chicago.  Not bad at all.  Then Radio 
something Middle East lit up and blew away the entire 7.2+Mc.  Wish 
they'd target THAT operation with a Drone!

I'll be listening for any familiar names, and calls.

Meantime, I'm having one of those nights when sleep isn't going to 
happen.  Oh well.

Bob - N0DGN


On 8/1/2014 10:23 PM, Jim Wilhite wrote:
> Operating AM is as more about fraternity than equipment.  I enjoy 
> operating my GK 500 but have used modern equipment with an amplifier.  
> No one really cares what equipment you use, only the content of your 
> conversation.  At least that is my feeling.
>
> I hope to run across you on the air soon Bob.
>
> Jim
> W5JO