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On Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:00:05 -0700 (PDT), Gary
wrote: I hope he enjoys Ham Radio, in spite of my questionable advice. Gary N4AST Think of the experience in a different way. If ham radio propagation were predictable and consistent, it would not be any fun. Just pickup the microphone, set the controls, and talk to anyone in the world. Kinda like a cell phone. It's the vaguarities of propagation, the magic of sub-optimal antennas, and the mysteries of operation that make ham radio fun. Considerable expense and effort, on the part of major players and governments, to obtain reliable HF communications has not been very successful over the years. Possibly "reliable HF" is an oxymoron. Welcome the "kid" to the magic part of ham radio and suggest that he adjust his expectations accordingly. Incidentally, I usually carry a folded wad of aluminum foil for improptu RFI/EMI shielding, probably because I don't drink beer. -- Jeff Liebermann 150 Felker St #D http://www.LearnByDestroying.com Santa Cruz CA 95060 http://802.11junk.com Skype: JeffLiebermann AE6KS 831-336-2558 |
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