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Rig for Peace Corps Vol ?
Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot,
humid environment full of critters. |
IMO, you are going to need something that is legal in the country to
which you are going. Do you know the rules at your destination? Alan NV8A On 09/20/04 03:19 pm John Walton put fingers to keyboard and launched the following message into cyberspace: Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
IMO, you are going to need something that is legal in the country to
which you are going. Do you know the rules at your destination? Alan NV8A On 09/20/04 03:19 pm John Walton put fingers to keyboard and launched the following message into cyberspace: Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
IMO, you are going to need something that is legal in the country to
which you are going. Do you know the rules at your destination? Alan NV8A On 09/20/04 03:19 pm John Walton put fingers to keyboard and launched the following message into cyberspace: Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
"John Walton" wrote in message
... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. What country are you going to? Ken |
"John Walton" wrote in message
... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. What country are you going to? Ken |
"John Walton" wrote in message
... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. What country are you going to? Ken |
John Walton wrote:
Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. Might want to check with the Peace Corps about it. Back when I was in, (Dem. Repub. of Congo, 1970-71) they were sensitive about looking like spies (we were frequently accused of being CIA agents, radio or no) that they really discouraged ham radio operations. That didn't stop me and another PCV from operating a missionary's station (9Q5MO, IIRC), a big Swan rig. It was kinda fun being on the other end of a pile-up. I would think something like a 706 would be a decent choice. Just make sure it's legal where you're headed. Make sure you're properly licensed, too. Where you headed? Mark AA7TA |
John Walton wrote:
Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. Might want to check with the Peace Corps about it. Back when I was in, (Dem. Repub. of Congo, 1970-71) they were sensitive about looking like spies (we were frequently accused of being CIA agents, radio or no) that they really discouraged ham radio operations. That didn't stop me and another PCV from operating a missionary's station (9Q5MO, IIRC), a big Swan rig. It was kinda fun being on the other end of a pile-up. I would think something like a 706 would be a decent choice. Just make sure it's legal where you're headed. Make sure you're properly licensed, too. Where you headed? Mark AA7TA |
John Walton wrote:
Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. Might want to check with the Peace Corps about it. Back when I was in, (Dem. Repub. of Congo, 1970-71) they were sensitive about looking like spies (we were frequently accused of being CIA agents, radio or no) that they really discouraged ham radio operations. That didn't stop me and another PCV from operating a missionary's station (9Q5MO, IIRC), a big Swan rig. It was kinda fun being on the other end of a pile-up. I would think something like a 706 would be a decent choice. Just make sure it's legal where you're headed. Make sure you're properly licensed, too. Where you headed? Mark AA7TA |
On Tue, 21 Sep 2004 00:55:52 GMT, asdf hath writ:
John Walton wrote: Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. Might want to check with the Peace Corps about it. Back when I was in, (Dem. Repub. of Congo, 1970-71) they were sensitive about looking like spies (we were frequently accused of being CIA agents, radio or no) that they really discouraged ham radio operations. That didn't stop me and another PCV from operating a missionary's station (9Q5MO, IIRC), a big Swan rig. It was kinda fun being on the other end of a pile-up. I would think something like a 706 would be a decent choice. Just make sure it's legal where you're headed. Make sure you're properly licensed, too. Where you headed? Maybe the IC-703 would be a choice (over the IC-706.) Easier on whatever batteries or portable power you'll be using -- probably more forgiving on antenna mis-match -- and, you'll be Sexy DX, so the lower power won't be a Big Factor. The other folks will bust their guts to work you (and, you'll find your signal reports will _always_ be "FIVE NINE" (or better.) HI!HI! Then a Real Nice Touch will be to donate it to some "indigenous" ham when you return to The Land Of The Round DoorKnobs. 73 Jonesy -- | Marvin L Jones | jonz | W3DHJ | linux | Gunnison, Colorado | @ | Jonesy | OS/2 __ | 7,703' -- 2,345m | config.com | DM68mn SK |
On Tue, 21 Sep 2004 00:55:52 GMT, asdf hath writ:
John Walton wrote: Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. Might want to check with the Peace Corps about it. Back when I was in, (Dem. Repub. of Congo, 1970-71) they were sensitive about looking like spies (we were frequently accused of being CIA agents, radio or no) that they really discouraged ham radio operations. That didn't stop me and another PCV from operating a missionary's station (9Q5MO, IIRC), a big Swan rig. It was kinda fun being on the other end of a pile-up. I would think something like a 706 would be a decent choice. Just make sure it's legal where you're headed. Make sure you're properly licensed, too. Where you headed? Maybe the IC-703 would be a choice (over the IC-706.) Easier on whatever batteries or portable power you'll be using -- probably more forgiving on antenna mis-match -- and, you'll be Sexy DX, so the lower power won't be a Big Factor. The other folks will bust their guts to work you (and, you'll find your signal reports will _always_ be "FIVE NINE" (or better.) HI!HI! Then a Real Nice Touch will be to donate it to some "indigenous" ham when you return to The Land Of The Round DoorKnobs. 73 Jonesy -- | Marvin L Jones | jonz | W3DHJ | linux | Gunnison, Colorado | @ | Jonesy | OS/2 __ | 7,703' -- 2,345m | config.com | DM68mn SK |
On Tue, 21 Sep 2004 00:55:52 GMT, asdf hath writ:
John Walton wrote: Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. Might want to check with the Peace Corps about it. Back when I was in, (Dem. Repub. of Congo, 1970-71) they were sensitive about looking like spies (we were frequently accused of being CIA agents, radio or no) that they really discouraged ham radio operations. That didn't stop me and another PCV from operating a missionary's station (9Q5MO, IIRC), a big Swan rig. It was kinda fun being on the other end of a pile-up. I would think something like a 706 would be a decent choice. Just make sure it's legal where you're headed. Make sure you're properly licensed, too. Where you headed? Maybe the IC-703 would be a choice (over the IC-706.) Easier on whatever batteries or portable power you'll be using -- probably more forgiving on antenna mis-match -- and, you'll be Sexy DX, so the lower power won't be a Big Factor. The other folks will bust their guts to work you (and, you'll find your signal reports will _always_ be "FIVE NINE" (or better.) HI!HI! Then a Real Nice Touch will be to donate it to some "indigenous" ham when you return to The Land Of The Round DoorKnobs. 73 Jonesy -- | Marvin L Jones | jonz | W3DHJ | linux | Gunnison, Colorado | @ | Jonesy | OS/2 __ | 7,703' -- 2,345m | config.com | DM68mn SK |
It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the
recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". JW "John Walton" wrote in message ... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the
recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". JW "John Walton" wrote in message ... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the
recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". JW "John Walton" wrote in message ... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
Get him to talk to his P.C. coordinator, there are plenty of ex-PC's who are
hams and they'll know the ropes for wherever he's going. It also depends on whether there's mains power available. When I was in Tuvalu, both I (an Aussie contractor) and one of the PC guys had Yaesu FT-747GX's. They put up with the indignities of the climate (much as you described in the OP, but add coral dust) without missing a beat for three years. Cheers. Ken "John Walton" wrote in message ... It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". JW "John Walton" wrote in message ... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
Get him to talk to his P.C. coordinator, there are plenty of ex-PC's who are
hams and they'll know the ropes for wherever he's going. It also depends on whether there's mains power available. When I was in Tuvalu, both I (an Aussie contractor) and one of the PC guys had Yaesu FT-747GX's. They put up with the indignities of the climate (much as you described in the OP, but add coral dust) without missing a beat for three years. Cheers. Ken "John Walton" wrote in message ... It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". JW "John Walton" wrote in message ... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
Get him to talk to his P.C. coordinator, there are plenty of ex-PC's who are
hams and they'll know the ropes for wherever he's going. It also depends on whether there's mains power available. When I was in Tuvalu, both I (an Aussie contractor) and one of the PC guys had Yaesu FT-747GX's. They put up with the indignities of the climate (much as you described in the OP, but add coral dust) without missing a beat for three years. Cheers. Ken "John Walton" wrote in message ... It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". JW "John Walton" wrote in message ... Looking for a recommendation for a rig for a Peace Corps Volunteer -- hot, humid environment full of critters. |
[This followup was posted to rec.radio.amateur.equipment and a copy was
sent to the cited author.] In article , says... It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". I would suggest checking out the FT-817, FT-857 and FT-897 rigs from Yaesu. The FT-817 is the best in terms of portability and power consumption, but QRP operation requires a bit of work on the antenna side of things to ensure decent communications. The other two have higher power output levels but are a little bit bulkier (not by a huge amount, but somewhat). A good idea would be to purchase a Pelican case to keep the radio gear in when being transported or stored. They seal up very well to protect against the elements, are available in a wide range of sizes, and come with foam cushioning that can be cut to fit whatever it is you're transporting. I =think= I remember seeing them at Home Depot. -- -- //Steve// Steve Silverwood, KB6OJS Fountain Valley, CA Email: |
[This followup was posted to rec.radio.amateur.equipment and a copy was
sent to the cited author.] In article , says... It's not for me, I have all vintage Halli-scratchers -- but one of the recent college grads who will be going to somewhere in Africa doing agricultural/arbiculture work. He's not a ham yet, but I talked to him and he wants to be "hammitized". I would suggest checking out the FT-817, FT-857 and FT-897 rigs from Yaesu. The FT-817 is the best in terms of portability and power consumption, but QRP operation requires a bit of work on the antenna side of things to ensure decent communications. The other two have higher power output levels but are a little bit bulkier (not by a huge amount, but somewhat). A good idea would be to purchase a Pelican case to keep the radio gear in when being transported or stored. They seal up very well to protect against the elements, are available in a wide range of sizes, and come with foam cushioning that can be cut to fit whatever it is you're transporting. I =think= I remember seeing them at Home Depot. -- -- //Steve// Steve Silverwood, KB6OJS Fountain Valley, CA Email: |
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