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Re: Last minute stuff falling apart.
Mike Lee
¿ªÔÆÌåÓýwill
have mine...
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Michael L.
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Last minute stuff falling apart.
Roger Hackler
Gang:
I'm down to 4 computers for FD..Lost the PS in a Notebook tonight...but I think we're still OK. The way I figure it we need 9 computers. I'm bringing 4 now. AA4RC - 1 WB8VTK - 1 KE4ENI - 1 KT4XN - 1 NE4S - 1 WB6RTH - 1 Anyone I'm forgetting??? If this isn't correct, please discuss it and someone come up with a machine, if that's possible. KE4UW, KN6RO, and KT4XN are going to be off of email tomorrow due to set up activities. We should be on 2 meters most of the day. Thanks! 73 de KN6RO |
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N4N Field Day tentative schedule
Tom Crowley
All, attached is the Tentative Field Day schedule subject to major changes.
If your name is not listed its because I didn't have the times you would be available. Fear not there is more than enough radios and time slots to go around! Just let me know what bands and hours you would like to work. 73 DE tom KT4XN |
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Re: Absent, Braves won
Mike Condon
Tim,
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I think the jack is a 1/8 mini type, Jim probably will have an adapter from 1/4 to 1/8 inch. We will not be needing a programmable keyer, the PC does a real good job. I will use whoever's paddles are connected... Actually the whole FD can be run without paddles. Mike, NE4S -----Original Message-----
From: Tim Lemmon [mailto:tim_lemmon@...] Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2003 2:11 PM To: n4n_field_day@... Subject: Re: [n4n_field_day] Absent, Braves won Mike. I am bringing my own paddles to use. Maybe somebody elses would be fine, but you know how personal a thing your paddles can be1 (hee hee). I've also got my programmable keyer in the box. It doesn't sound like we'll need it, but it could make a good backup if needed. -Tim __________ --- ne4s <mike40@...> wrote: Well, __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: n4n_field_day-unsubscribe@... Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to |
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Re: Power Supply
Timothy Turco
I have a RS35A - 35 amp....I'll bring it. Also, my Yaesu 890AT will
take 12 volts (13.5), I'll bring it too. Tim WO0LY If anyone has an extra 20 Amp or greater Power supply, PLEASE bringrhackler@... 06/25/03 03:28PM >>> it. My Astron is looking really flaky! Thanks! KN6RO Yahoo! Groups Sponsor To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: n4n_field_day-unsubscribe@... Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service. |
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Re: Absent, Braves won
Tim Lemmon
Mike.
I am bringing my own paddles to use. Maybe somebody elses would be fine, but you know how personal a thing your paddles can be1 (hee hee). I've also got my programmable keyer in the box. It doesn't sound like we'll need it, but it could make a good backup if needed. -Tim __________ --- ne4s <mike40@...> wrote: Well, __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! |
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Re: 12 volt rig?
Mike Lee
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like weather report is getting BETTER all the time...
rain
may not be a factor...
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Michael L.
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FW: Field Day Message to SM Via Packet
James Nail
For the packet radio experts!
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From: ARRL Web site [mailto:memberlist@...] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 5:58 PM To: james.nail@... Cc: Subscribed ARRL Members: Subject: Field Day Message to SM Via Packet Hi, All, Hope the anticipation for Field Day is rising high amongst all of you. I know that we're looking forward to it, and have an ambitious itinerary planned out to visit 10 to 12 sites, time and weather permitting. (Let's hope this nice weather lasts through the weekend.)Unfortunately, we can't visit with all of you who so kindly issued an invitation (though we appreciated the temptations you offered of those goodies like steak, and blackened fish, and some of the "best chicken in the southeast"....)We're gonna try to hit some new spots this year, so as much as we wanted to, we couldn't do that and still make it to all of the sites we visited last year, too.... Anyhow, since this year is the first year that we'll be attempting to handle Field Day messages via packet, SCOTT HARTLAGE, KF4PWI, thought it might be a good idea to do a little "practice" to check out the system. And he was kind enough to share the log of that practice session to benefit all of you who may be thinking about sending your message via packet this year. Give it a try!! And many thanks to Scott and all of the rest of the Gwinnett ARES folks who've volunteered their expertise to accept these messages. Log follows: KAMterm: log opened on 23 Jun 2003 at 23:00:25 *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** C LVL ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** cmd:*** CONNECTED to LVL *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** C KG4QDK-1 ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** LVL:W4GR-7} Connected to KG4QDK-1 [KPC9612-6.0-HM$] 6059 BYTES AVAILABLE THERE ARE 8 MESSAGES NUMBERED 1-8 Welcome to the KG4QDK-Gwinnett ARES mailbox for receiving Field Day messages for the GA Section Manager, Susan Swiderski (AF4FO ENTER COMMAND: B,J,K,L,R,S, or Help > *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** S AF4FO ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** 6034 BYTES AVAILABLE SUBJECT: *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** FD SM MSG ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** ENTER MESSAGE 9--END WITH CTRL-Z OR /EX ON A SINGLE LINE *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** NR 1 R N4WW 19 COLUMBUS GA JUN 22 SUSAN SWIDERSKI AF4FO/SM 772 CAMELOT WAY NORCROSS, GA 30071 BT FD 2002 STATION REPORT N4WW COLUMBUS AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 24 OPERATORS LOCATION COLUMBUS GA 12 ARES MEMBERS X 73 BT BURCH CAMERON W4WY FD CHAIRMAN AR /EX ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** MESSAGE SAVED ENTER COMMAND: B,J,K,L,R,S, or Help > *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** L ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** MSG# ST SIZE TO FROM DATE SUBJECT 9 PN 260 AF4FO KF4PWI 06/23/03 22:01:18 FD SM MSG 8 PN 139 WB4QDX KF4PWI 06/23/03 21:33:34 Looks Great! 5 PY 143 KG4QDK KF4PWI 06/22/03 07:33:48 Test Message ENTER COMMAND: B,J,K,L,R,S, or Help > *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** R 9 ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** MSG#9 06/23/03 22:01:18 FROM KF4PWI TO AF4FO SUBJECT: FD SM MSG PATH: KG4QDK NR 1 R N4WW 19 COLUMBUS GA JUN 22 SUSAN SWIDERSKI AF4FO/SM 772 CAMELOT WAY NORCROSS, GA 30071 BT FD 2002 STATION REPORT N4WW COLUMBUS AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 24 OPERATORS LOCATION COLUMBUS GA 12 ARES MEMBERS X 73 BT BURCH CAMERON W4WY FD CHAIRMAN AR ENTER COMMAND: B,J,K,L,R,S, or Help > *** And thus did KF4PWI speak *** B ** And thus did speak (REMOTE STATION) *** *** DISCONNECTED KAMterm: log closed on 23 Jun 2003 at 23:06:38 **** So there ya have it folks! It would be particularly cool if all of you Class F operators sent a packet message. Which reminds me: If your group is running a Class F operation this year, please let our esteemed SEC MIKE BOATRIGHT, KO4WX, know about it. (ko4wx@...) And I think both he and I would love to hear how your Class F operation went, after all is said and done. An "after action report" if you will... something that we can then send to HQ to give them our GA operators' opinion on the new class. Y'all take care. And have a fantastic Field Day! 73, Susan -------------------------------------------------------------------- ARRL Georgia Section Section Manager: Susan K. Swiderski, AF4FO af4fo@... -------------------------------------------------------------------- This message is being sent to you via the ARRL Members Only Web site. If you do not want to receive further messages, go to the site at: Log in with your username and password and change your email options. Unchecking the "Division/Section notices" box will prevent messages such as this one from being sent to you. -- webmaster@... |
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12 volt rig?
Tim Lemmon
I heard last night on the net we don't have many 12
volt HF rigs. I have a fully stocked (including crystal filter - good for CW) Kenwood TS-850SAT. He doesn't like 110 VAC. He LOVES 13 VDC! IF this radio would help out our reliability, I'll bring it, along with any accessories we might need. Just a thought . . . -Tim __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! |
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Re: Absent, Braves won
Tom Crowley
THe serial interface for the 775 is packed and ready to go.
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73 de Tom ----- Original Message -----
From: "ne4s" <mike40@...> To: <n4n_field_day@...> Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2003 6:49 AM Subject: [n4n_field_day] Absent, Braves won Well, |
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Absent, Braves won
ne4s
Well,
I forgot about the radio roundtable... Braves won and I went to bed. This was probably covered... Jim Nail and I tested the CW station and computer keying on Sunday. It all works fine. We also set up a set of messages. The paddle is also available operating on the radio keyer/speed control. The only outstanding point was the serial interface adapter, which I think Tom was going to supply at setup. We have not heard any comment from Tim, or Al, but hope these arrangements work for them too. I will start and test the 4K generator today, and bring it out Thursday AM. I have about 100 feet of #14 type extension cord. Not heavy enough for much, I will bring it JIC. Has someone gotten any "dayglow" plastic marker tape for the guy wires? To prevent "hangups"? I saw some at Home Depot for a buck or two, and we can get some out there if needed. Trailer/tent... I like the trailer if it could be less crowded. How about both? Even guy one side of the tent onto the trailer. Or? That may have been discussed, sorry. I think it is all working. See you Thurs. Mike, NE4S |
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Re: Trailer info..
Phil,
Are there pictureon your web site? ....daverice --- In n4n_field_day@..., Phil West <phil@d...> wrote: I agree that the trailer will be noisy but will be cool in thesummer with the air going and a small fan. I also agree that a tent will be anicer setup and will allow for more (natural) air flow; as long as thereare no hurricane-force winds. If the majority decides that this traileris needed (due to weather) then I will have it on the grounds Friday Evening.questions pertaining to such):forward-most wall slanted inward. There is a door in this wall opening to theliving quarters which is climate controlled and carpeted (I am working onfront and rear (should be completed this week). The cargo area has 3 largewindows on one side and three smaller slide-style windows on the other. Thereis a side entrance into the living quarters and two doors in the rear.For events such as these I place carpet on the floor in the cargo area.The trailer is only a few months old and very clean. There is anawning that extends from the side and I usually place indoor-outdoor carpetunder this awning. The trailer is fed by 110v (for the air conditioner andlights) and 12V for lights and 'lighter' receptacles in the front (I haverigged a portable battery and cable to power this). I have picturesavailable on request.use stations,Phil's trailer (designed to be a big horse trailer) to contain 4 80or to use the tent I got at the 'big tool sale" in Decatur a month bedigital, 10/80 phone, and GOTA stations. It (they) will need to juts outlocated at the far end of the field near the copse of trees that thunderstorms oninto the field. Doesn'tFriday, scattered thunderstorms on Saturday, and sunny on Sunday. one, we'llsound too bad, but if one of the "scattered" storms is a strong likelyhave to be able to deal with it. It will be difficult at best, theimpossible, to move the stations from one shelter to the other in shouldmiddle of the contest and in the middle of a storm, so I think we back-upmake a call and try to make that work, with some provisions for a suggestionplan if appropriate. quality andwould be to set up the tent on Thursday and get some read on usehow well we can guy it. If the tent looks good, we can plan to hisit. If it looks questionable, we can call Phil and he can bring of worktrailer Thursday or Friday evening. That could save Phil a bunch off andif he doesn't have to make a separate trip out to the site to drop only). Soundlater pick up the trailer (he's planning to be out Saturday forget thereasonable? Other options would be to go with the trailer and possibletent, or maybe to have both and choose the best bet as late as of thewhen the weather is more certain. discussstations) and N4NBL (owner and shuttler of the trailer). We'll air fromand make a decision tonight on 147.105. for thefront compartment to the back) (had someair conditioning operate, butproblems with this in the past) atough to move around. working to"coach/mentor" (lot of conversations going on) like itinsulate the roof) and will wash the inside out. So far it looks afternoon..may rain Saturday but it is predicted that it will let up by wattFYI. If we want to use the air, it will take a minimum of a 3000 have agenerator to drive it. I do not own one that large yet. If thedecent head count for sunday lunch. should moretrailer is needed I can have it out Thurs eve or Fri eve. We 30%about the weather by Tues or Web. At the moment it looks like a INPO orchance of rain.. byWANO information that is privileged, confidential, or protected solely forcopyright belonging to INPO or WANO. This e-mail is intended you arethe use of the individual or entity for which it is intended. If contents of andnot the intended recipient of this e-mail, any dissemination, WANO andattachments to this e-mail is contrary to the rights of INPO or mail,is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this e- permanentlyplease notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and anydelete the original and any copy or printout of this e-mail and INPO orattachments.________________________________________________ solely forWANO information that is privileged, confidential, or protected by you arethe use of the individual or entity for which it is intended. If of andnot the intended recipient of this e-mail, any dissemination, WANO andattachments to this e-mail is contrary to the rights of INPO or mail,is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this e- permanentlyplease notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and anydelete the original and any copy or printout of this e-mail and 705063108:HM/A=1564416/R=0/SIG=11ti81skc/*attachments.< lt?mqso=60164797&partid=3170658>1a7dec1.jpg ________________________________________________ |
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Trailer info..
Phil West
I agree that the trailer will be noisy but will be cool in the summer
with the air going and a small fan. I also agree that a tent will be a
nicer setup and will allow for more (natural) air flow; as long as there
are no hurricane-force winds.? If the majority decides that this
trailer is needed (due to weather) then I will have it on the grounds
Friday Evening.
_______________________________ Here is a description of the trailer (as there have been a few questions pertaining to such): The cargo area is about 17 feet long and 7 feet wide with the forward-most wall slanted inward. There is a door in this wall opening to the living quarters which is climate controlled and carpeted (I am working on furnishing it).? I am in the process of insulating the trailer - front and rear (should be completed this week). The cargo area has 3 large windows on one side and three smaller slide-style windows on the other. There is a side entrance into the living quarters and two doors in the rear. For events such as these I place carpet on the floor in the cargo area. The trailer is only a few months old and very clean.? There is an awning that extends from the side and I usually place indoor-outdoor carpet under this awning. The trailer is fed by 110v (for the air conditioner and lights) and 12V for lights and 'lighter' receptacles in the front (I have rigged a portable battery and cable to power this). I have pictures available on request. __________________________________ Thanks ! and see you at field day ! de N4NBL At 03:13 PM 6/24/2003 -0400, you wrote: I also must vote for the tent. A trailer can get noisy and hot. ________________________________________________ Phil West (N4NBL) Internet : phil@... Web : PGP Fingerprint : 55E2 5175 4032 9E3C DF88? F831 18BB 1E81 4F1E D460 ICQ# 25656207 In the Atlanta area ?? Try the SPARC Repeaters on : 444.325+ Mhz? ( Tone 79.7hz ) 53.25-? Mhz -------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail and any of its attachments may contain proprietary INPO or WANO information that is privileged, confidential, or protected by copyright belonging to INPO or WANO. This e-mail is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity for which it is intended. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, any dissemination, distribution, copying, or action taken in relation to the contents of and attachments to this e-mail is contrary to the rights of INPO or WANO and is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and permanently delete the original and any copy or printout of this e-mail and any attachments. Thank you. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: n4n_field_day-unsubscribe@... Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the . Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ? To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: n4n_field_day-unsubscribe@... Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the .
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Re: Tent/trailer...
Timothy Turco
I'm a tent man.
Tim WO0LY Message"Plan for the worst, hope for the best."jgrims@... 06/24/03 10:32AM >>> I like your idea of going with the tent first. Give it a good test Thu/Fri.. If it works, well, it works. The trailer can be a backup.... 73 de JG ----- Original Message ----- From: Moss, Dave J (INPO) To: n4n_field_day@... Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 9:36 AM Subject: [n4n_field_day] FW: FD Hey gang, It's getting to be crunch time for making a decision on whether to use Phil's trailer (designed to be a big horse trailer) to contain 4 stations, or to use the tent I got at the 'big tool sale" in Decatur a month ago. We'll be using one or the other to contain the 40m phone, 10-80 digital, 10/80 phone, and GOTA stations. It (they) will need to be located at the far end of the field near the copse of trees that juts out into the field. Today's weather forecast is for sun Thursday, isolated thunderstorms on Friday, scattered thunderstorms on Saturday, and sunny on Sunday. Doesn't sound too bad, but if one of the "scattered" storms is a strong one, we'll have to be able to deal with it. It will be difficult at best, likely impossible, to move the stations from one shelter to the other in the middle of the contest and in the middle of a storm, so I think we should make a call and try to make that work, with some provisions for a back-up plan if appropriate. So, I'd like your opinion on which shelter we should use. My suggestion would be to set up the tent on Thursday and get some read on quality and how well we can guy it. If the tent looks good, we can plan to use it. If it looks questionable, we can call Phil and he can bring his trailer Thursday or Friday evening. That could save Phil a bunch of work if he doesn't have to make a separate trip out to the site to drop off and later pick up the trailer (he's planning to be out Saturday only). Sound reasonable? Other options would be to go with the trailer and forget the tent, or maybe to have both and choose the best bet as late as possible when the weather is more certain. I'd especially like to hear from WB8VTK and KN6RO (owners of two of the stations) and N4NBL (owner and shuttler of the trailer). We'll discuss and make a decision tonight on 147.105. Advantages/Disadvantages of the trailer: + Much ore durable and weather-tight than the tent + Has some air conditioning capability (will need a fan to push air from front compartment to the back) + Has an awning that could be used for one of the stations (weather-permitting) - Will require another generator running essentially full-time for the air conditioning - May be noisy with four stations calling in a fairly small box (had some problems with this in the past) - Will be a tight squeeze with four stations inside--OK to operate, but tough to move around. - Not real conducive to GOTA operation with inexperienced op and a "coach/mentor" (lot of conversations going on) - Phil has to make two extra trips to the site. Advantages/Disadvantages of the Tent + Has roll-up sides so can adjust for warm/rainy weather + Larger size than trailer (10x20) + Less distracting cross-talk (especially with the sides rolled up - Tent is of unknown quality--never out of the box - In severe weather, especially wind, tent could be questionable - No air conditioning (have box fans) - Takes more time to set up - Will need to work around guy ropes -----Original Message----- From: Phil West [mailto:phil@...] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 8:03 AM To: Moss, Dave J (INPO) Subject: RE: FD Yes, Sat only. I am going to work on the trailer tonight (I am working to insulate the roof) and will wash the inside out. So far it looks like it may rain Saturday but it is predicted that it will let up by afternoon.. FYI. If we want to use the air, it will take a minimum of a 3000 watt generator to drive it. I do not own one that large yet. Will keep in touch. de N4NBL \At 05:55 PM 6/23/2003 -0400, you wrote: Are you planning to be out Saturday only? Just making sure we have a decent head count for sunday lunch. -----Original Message----- From: Phil West [mailto:phil@...] Sent: Monday, June 23, 2003 8:13 AM To: Moss, Dave J (INPO) Subject: FD Robyn (wife) and I will be out Saturday to operate and help out. If the trailer is needed I can have it out Thurs eve or Fri eve. We should more about the weather by Tues or Web. At the moment it looks like a 30% chance of rain.. Will follow up in a day or so.. Tnx ! de N4NBL ________________________________________________ Phil West (N4NBL) Internet : phil@... Web : www.duewestjazz.com PGP Fingerprint : 55E2 5175 4032 9E3C DF88 F831 18BB 1E81 4F1E D460 ICQ# 25656207 In the Atlanta area ? Try the SPARC Repeaters on : 444.325+ Mhz ( Tone 79.7hz ) 53.25- Mhz -------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: This e-mail and any of its attachments may contain proprietary INPO or WANO information that is privileged, confidential, or protected by copyright belonging to INPO or WANO. This e-mail is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity for which it is intended. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, any dissemination, distribution, copying, or action taken in relation to the contents of and attachments to this e-mail is contrary to the rights of INPO or WANO and is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail and permanently delete the original and any copy or printout of this e-mail and any attachments. Thank you. ________________________________________________ Phil West (N4NBL) Internet : phil@... 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Tent/trailer...
¿ªÔÆÌåÓý"Plan for the worst, hope for the
best."
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I like your idea of going with the tent first.
?Give it a good test Thu/Fri.? If it works, well, it
works.
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The trailer can be a backup....
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73 de JG
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Re: FW: FD
Mike Lee
I'd vote for the TENT...
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the confinement of the trailer (metal, at that) will be VERY distracting for 4 operators... I like your idea of setting-up the tent on Thursday... if at least adequate, then go with it.. if not, then move-in the trailer.. I have 24-mile Radar on the bus, along with DirecTV for satellite broadcast weather reports. If weather looks to get questionable, we can always watch on Radar and take appropriate action. I've operated in near Typhoon conditions under a tent (with no dry shelter around for the radios)... it CAN be done, but it will require a number of guys (fellas) to hold-on to guy-ropes. just my 2-cents... -----Original Message-----
From: Moss, Dave J (INPO) [mailto:mossdj@...] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 9:36 AM To: n4n_field_day@... Subject: [n4n_field_day] FW: FD Hey gang, It's getting to be crunch time for making a decision on whether to use Phil's trailer (designed to be a big horse trailer) to contain 4 stations, or to use the tent I got at the 'big tool sale" in Decatur a month ago. We'll be using one or the other to contain the 40m phone, 10-80 digital, 10/80 phone, and GOTA stations. It (they) will need to be located at the far end of the field near the copse of trees that juts out into the field. Today's weather forecast is for sun Thursday, isolated thunderstorms on Friday, scattered thunderstorms on Saturday, and sunny on Sunday. Doesn't sound too bad, but if one of the "scattered" storms is a strong one, we'll have to be able to deal with it. It will be difficult at best, likely impossible, to move the stations from one shelter to the other in the middle of the contest and in the middle of a storm, so I think we should make a call and try to make that work, with some provisions for a back-up plan if appropriate. So, I'd like your opinion on which shelter we should use. My suggestion would be to set up the tent on Thursday and get some read on quality and how well we can guy it. If the tent looks good, we can plan to use it. If it looks questionable, we can call Phil and he can bring his trailer Thursday or Friday evening. That could save Phil a bunch of work if he doesn't have to make a separate trip out to the site to drop off and later pick up the trailer (he's planning to be out Saturday only). Sound reasonable? Other options would be to go with the trailer and forget the tent, or maybe to have both and choose the best bet as late as possible when the weather is more certain. I'd especially like to hear from WB8VTK and KN6RO (owners of two of the stations) and N4NBL (owner and shuttler of the trailer). We'll discuss and make a decision tonight on 147.105. Advantages/Disadvantages of the trailer: + Much ore durable and weather-tight than the tent + Has some air conditioning capability (will need a fan to push air from front compartment to the back) + Has an awning that could be used for one of the stations (weather-permitting) - Will require another generator running essentially full-time for the air conditioning - May be noisy with four stations calling in a fairly small box (had some problems with this in the past) - Will be a tight squeeze with four stations inside--OK to operate, but tough to move around. - Not real conducive to GOTA operation with inexperienced op and a "coach/mentor" (lot of conversations going on) - Phil has to make two extra trips to the site. Advantages/Disadvantages of the Tent + Has roll-up sides so can adjust for warm/rainy weather + Larger size than trailer (10x20) + Less distracting cross-talk (especially with the sides rolled up - Tent is of unknown quality--never out of the box - In severe weather, especially wind, tent could be questionable - No air conditioning (have box fans) - Takes more time to set up - Will need to work around guy ropes -----Original Message----- From: Phil West [mailto:phil@...] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 8:03 AM To: Moss, Dave J (INPO) Subject: RE: FD Yes, Sat only. I am going to work on the trailer tonight (I am working to insulate the roof) and will wash the inside out. So far it looks like it may rain Saturday but it is predicted that it will let up by afternoon.. FYI. If we want to use the air, it will take a minimum of a 3000 watt generator to drive it. I do not own one that large yet. Will keep in touch. de N4NBL \At 05:55 PM 6/23/2003 -0400, you wrote: Are you planning to be out Saturday only? Just making sure we have a decent head count for sunday lunch. -----Original Message----- From: Phil West [mailto:phil@...] Sent: Monday, June 23, 2003 8:13 AM To: Moss, Dave J (INPO) Subject: FD Robyn (wife) and I will be out Saturday to operate and help out. If the trailer is needed I can have it out Thurs eve or Fri eve. We should more about the weather by Tues or Web. At the moment it looks like a 30% chance of rain.. Will follow up in a day or so.. Tnx ! de N4NBL ________________________________________________ Phil West (N4NBL) Internet : phil@... Web : www.duewestjazz.com <> PGP Fingerprint : 55E2 5175 4032 9E3C DF88 F831 18BB 1E81 4F1E D460 ICQ# 25656207 In the Atlanta area ? 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