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HF - So much space, so little usage
Except for few ranges, most bands don't have any activities at all. I
think HF spectrum is underutilized. Or is it my receiver/antenna that's not picking up signals? What is your opinion/experience? |
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I assume you refer to HF which was largely abandoned by commercial services during the 90's for satellite and other higher-frequency based modes. HF does not readily lend itself to new digital modes, thus the general vacancy therin. "Jim" wrote in message om... Except for few ranges, most bands don't have any activities at all. I think HF spectrum is underutilized. Or is it my receiver/antenna that's not picking up signals? What is your opinion/experience? |
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Er, well, there is a lot! Do you have a "nirma; SW radio or a communications
type receiver with SSB? See http://www.aoruk.com/guide/g6.htm#4 for SW band plan Richard, Poland "Jim" wrote in message om... Except for few ranges, most bands don't have any activities at all. I think HF spectrum is underutilized. Or is it my receiver/antenna that's not picking up signals? What is your opinion/experience? |
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I'm currently using Sony ICF-2010 with 10 ft. long antenna attached to
it's whip. Maybe I need to invest in some expensive receiver/antenna to hear more. Time to graduate from just listening SW broadcast transmissions. |
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