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| - | ====== 10 questions about your QRP operations ====== | ||
| - | [[http://www.qrparci.org/|QRP Quarterly]] has a column asking 10 questions of QRP operators. I offered mine for the April 2019 issue. I don't think there's any issue with publishing it here in advance: | ||
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| - | N9DK Dave | ||
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| - | Q1: Favorite Mode: | ||
| - | CW, although I enjoy the digital modes such as FT8, as well; I wish I would spend more time on CW and restore my speed to what it was decades ago! | ||
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| - | Q2: Current QRP Radios: | ||
| - | KX3 with 2m module | ||
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| - | Q3: Favorite antenna out in the field: | ||
| - | I use the EFT Trail Friendly from LNR precision; I pack arborist throwing line (great strength, weight, and slippery on bark) and an 11m carbon fiber pole weighing 1.25 pounds; for balconies and vacation operation, I use a Buddipole with a homemade clamp (significant thanks to K0XI) for a base | ||
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| - | Q4: What contests do you participate in? | ||
| - | I check WA7BNM contest calendar every weekend I'm free and try to make a few contacts in any mode; CWT; with K0XI leading the charge, we've mounted multiple serious 7QP adventures in remote county lines, Nevada; I join K6EI for every field but my CW isn't usually needed until the 4 AM shift! I love SOTA and tend to target anything unactivated I can reach - the California Sierras are great for this. | ||
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| - | Q5: What is on your wish list? | ||
| - | Making a portable FT8 setup as documented by OH8STN; a 432 transverter (Transverter Store) for VHF contesting; making an ultralight/small capacitance-touch paddle (based on TTP223) | ||
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| - | Q6: Operating tips: | ||
| - | Just jump in and try it; it doesn't matter if you make a mistake or don't make any contacts; did you setup an antenna and power on a radio? I've had many failed adventures (zero HF IOTA contacts while NA-023, total failure at W6/NE-210), but had a blast trying | ||
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| - | Q7: Do you use any tablets, smartphones, or laptops in the field? | ||
| - | My first filter is weight; my phone (see Q9 for apps) always comes with me; sometimes tablet for logging; laptop on all vacations; QRPWorks sidecar, although I haven't gotten smooth enough to send/receive CW and work the buttons | ||
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| - | Q8: Batteries for Power choice: | ||
| - | I use the KX3 battery option with NiMH - quick to setup, pack up, and light. I've got a 7.5 Ah LiFePo for car camping and a Habor Freight jump-start battery pack with lighter sockets | ||
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| - | Q9: Smart phone apps: | ||
| - | GPS Test; Heavens Above; PeakBagger; PeakFinder; SOTA Spotter; QST; Zinio (for CQ Magazine) | ||
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| - | Q10: Do you pack a First Aid Kit out in the field? | ||
| - | Yes, I have a small one with only the most basic ingredients; I'm always worried about weight, but should probably have a bigger/better kit. | ||
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| - | {{tag>}} | ||
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| - | ~~LINKBACK~~ | ||
| - | ~~DISCUSSION~~ | ||
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