Yesterday a large solar flare interrupted HF communications. That region will rotate out of Earth's sight soon. I've only been able to receive, as the Shack still isn't up to snuff. I really want to get the T-213 up and going as soon as I can. It's a bit of a dispute between the XYL and I. I'm tired of her futzing around with the Den/Shack! Bob - N0DGN