[Elecraft] Operating from a Hotel

[John Lally]

Horrid electrical noise in hotels because of air conditioners.  I stayed in
a hotel in Redmond, WA.  I tried using my KS3 with a 28' wire extending out
from the window and a 16' counterpoise which was inside the hotel room.  I
was not able to receive anything on any band.  All I heard was massive
electrical noise at above S 20-40.  I believe that this electrical noise was
generated by variable speed motors in the air conditioning units.  Has
anyone experienced this?  Any suggestions or solutions?

 

Thanks,

 

John Lally

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