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December 22nd 03, 11:42 PM
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"Dee D. Flint" wrote in message gy.com... "Greg Doughty" wrote in message ... Wow! Thanks so much for the support. I thought I would get some negative feedback but you guys are awesome. As far as setting up times, my daughter is usually in bed by about 9pm. I get nervous though. That is what blew it the first time I took the code. It's funny too, I find it difficult to send as well, but I read a lot about how people find sending easier than receiving. I actually have to write down what I want to send before I do it. Oh well, practice makes perfect!!! 73 Greg That's because we've all been there and done that. Early on I had a real old-timer answer me and he must have been going at least 35wpm, probably been doing code since radio began. After several requests, he got down to what I could handle, about 10wpm, and stayed with me for a few minutes and then gracefully said goodbye. I sensed that going so slow was a strain for him but he still was willing to spend a few minutes with me. Dee D. Flint, N8UZE It really is difficult for those able to copy above 30 wpm to slow down to ten. Its not a macho thing, really. Also now a days many folks use puters to send and readers to copy. Ive been answered by someone going 20 when I called at 40 and they copied just fine, and no ask for a QRS. But, what I do is slow down if answered by someone slower than I was sending. I feel that is courtesy and good operating practice. Also be aware that this time of year the low bands are skipping out like crazy. If your too close together you may not hear each other at night. Dan/W4NTI |
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