[Elecraft] DX real time

[Ron D' Eau Claire]

> Therefore, I think the best source of information about DX
> stations can be
> found right between your headphones.

> 73 Tree N6TR

Tree makes an excellent point.

For me, any operating activity that promotes un-gentlemanly and rude
behavior is not a good activity. So I don't work "pile ups" where I cannot
find a clear spot. I never jump on a frequency that I can hear is busy,
period.

Note that I said that's MY choice about what I want to do. I am not trying
to convert the world to anything.

Still, I work DX regularly and even engage in an occasional "rag chew" with
a DX station. In almost every case, the DX called me or I heard him calling
CQ on a clear frequency.

One way to know when to listen for those DX stations just coming on the air
is to make use of the NCDXF/IARU Beacons at 14.100, 18.110, 21.150, 24.930
and 28.200 (see http://www.ncdxf.org/beacon/beaconSchedule.htm).

These beacons transmit alternately on these frequencies from all over the
world. The send their calls followed by dashes at 100 watts, 10 watts, 1
watt and 100 milliwatts using conventional vertical antennas. Hearing one of
these beacons at lower power levels clearly tells you that conditions are
great for hearing stations from that part of the world as well.

Time to start tuning and listening.

Ron AC7AC
K2 # 1289