[Boatanchors] Good Advice

[Glen Zook]

The difference from FM work (primarily repeaters but some simplex) and the weak signal modes (CW, SSB, data, etc.) is like night and day where VHF and UHF is concerned.  The "mindset" of most operators is completely different with those involved in weak signal operations is considerably more technical than the vast number of those who "hang out" on FM.  In fact, the majority of weak signal operators are much more technically inclined than the average HF operator these days.

Glen, K9STH

Website:  http://k9sth.com


--- On Sat, 9/13/08, K5VSE <mdewey at allegiance.tv> wrote:

From: K5VSE <mdewey at allegiance.tv>

I have remained silent on this subject for a long time, but felt it was finally time to sound off. I do not own any imported equipment, nor do I do any VHF work at all. Can't stand the stuff that goes on there. I've been licensed for over 50 years, and have always enjoyed the hobby until recently. Now there are those that do not know how to properly tune a transmitter with their memorized license. I don't think the CW requirement is necessary any longer, but still operate that mode on occasion. With the exception of my Advanced license, all my testing was done in front of an FCC examiner. When I get a signal report, it is always complimenting me on my audio quality. There are no audio enhancements at my station, just an old Shure 444D and a ceramic non amplified D-104. Those that use those audio racks are very uneducated as far as I'm concerned.