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In that short SSB test , it was
quit evident that the propagation
characteristics of the band , assumedly in terms
of ground wave are actually quite
unique and offer very good short to
medium range
Running 100 watts to a 40 x
70- ft inv L on 1.8 MHz would not at
1300z be received at S9 at a range
of 100 miles , or at 25 for that
matter ,
In this context , it would appear that ,
though technically challenging ( at the moment)
ssb operations on MF are quite possible
and effective , as would any other audio b/w
mode , noting the power / bandwidth distribution being
very low compared to single carrier modes , 100
watts produced quite acceptable results
As for lunacy well that's a
matter of opinion , there are very few
that actually have a certificate to prove there
sane , I did note the band appeared to of
been released at a full moon , coincidence
of course !
G..
Sent: Friday, January 04, 2013 8:49 AM
Subject: Re: LF: 477 A local SSB chat band ?
Hi Colin,
Not too sure what you're getting at. We all have
our individual interests. I hope you're not suggesting the new band should only
be used by obsessive DX CW only enthusiasts?
Chris, G4AYT.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, January 04, 2013 8:24
AM
Subject: Re: LF: 477 A local SSB chat
band ?
Just a thought.....when it gets totally washed out with SSB all 24
hours how are you going to clean it out? People in general dont follow
gentlemen's agreements they were not party too.....and "it doesnt say I cant
in the licence".
I fear that, though what you
suggest would work, it might encourage mayhem.
I agree with Alan. What is wrong with top band for local chats? Or the
acres of unused space on 2m or 70cms? To consider using any form of SSB
on 630m just because it might be technically feasible if sheer lunacy. IMHO it
would kill the band for other modes and the potential for QRM to other users
will be high. As an ex G8 who learned Morse in spite of a chronic
medical condition I would say just get on a do it. The rewards are well worth
the effort. Or maybe effort is a dirty word?
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