This is becoming an almost daily occurrence...
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I've got to find a way to make it as plain as the nose of their faces, because apparently I'm doing something wrong. :roll: :wall:
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This is becoming an almost daily occurrence...
Attachment 12445
I've got to find a way to make it as plain as the nose of their faces, because apparently I'm doing something wrong. :roll: :wall:
How about CQ DX. I on't thank that 4 nur 5 is DX...Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
Usually I pick these up because it's easier to work them than have them chewing up your receive cycle overpowering any DX. The other reason is they occasionally need you for WAS or some other award.
I have never called to a station calling for DX, but I have seen plenty of other hams doing it.
I refuse to do that. All it does is encourage others to interrupt you. Once you start down that road, you can kiss all the DX goodbye, as one after the other pesters you. I've either shut down, or changed bands on these guys when they don't get the hint.Quote:
Originally Posted by AE5CP
I know WHY they're doing it. Doesn't change the fact that it's still rude.Quote:
The other reason is they occasionally need you for WAS or some other award.
I play ham radio on my terms. If they refuse to understand that, then I simply go do something else. They need me; I don't need them. I don't chase paper.
So have I, and I won't be an enabler to bad behavior. It's like those assholes who, when the DX says, "The WA4?", and 3 guys call who aren't even remotely a WA4. Jackasses....Quote:
I have never called to a station calling for DX, but I have seen plenty of other hams doing it.
Different philosophies, it's all good.
Send "UP LID" via CW in return? :chin:
I haven't read the rest of the thread yet but at a glance I would say it would be that you are calling CQ for DX stations and He looks pretty dang local.Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
Just my guess
Archie N8OBM
The first two things I always do are A. Cycle the power, and B. The 1 inch drop. Just pick up the corner and lift it 1 inch and let it fall. 1.5 is too much and 1/2 is too little. 1 inch solves problems. If that fails you just might have to breakdown and read the manual but, only as a last resort. That kind of torture must not be undertaken lightly. I believe that the writers they hire to write these things these days are hired on their ability to write grammatically correct inscrutable prose and grammatically correct is optional.Quote:
Originally Posted by W7XF
I would like to think that my advice might help but, sadly, it's unlikely.
More likely is you might find it mildly amusing and that could brighten your day slightly
Good luck
Archie N8OBM
"That kind of torture must not be undertaken lightly."
That's why I always say if all else fails read the instructions, the key words being IF ALL ELSE FAILS. When it comes to a construction project, especially kit building, those key words also apply. If at first you don't succeed try a bigger hammer, but IF ALL ELSE FAILS dynamite always works. This always applies to metalwork, that's why it's called drilling and blasting. Software however is the world's greatest mystery, so another saying applies; if all else fails, fukit.
I'll respond to who I feel like responding to.Quote:
Originally Posted by n0iu
It isn't always stateside stations...
Kinda looks like I was already in a QSO, doesn't it? That's because I WAS! There's even more annoying stuff if you note my JT-Alert screen...
No, actually, I think his rule is that every thread he deigns to participate in should be about him, and him alone.Quote:
Originally Posted by n0iu
How else would you know how beloved he is of his children/students, especially if he doesn't constantly tell you?
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Originally Posted by W3WN
Is that where Burt is from, the swamp?
That explains some of his rants.
He sometimes has some good points on his youtube videos, but I think some tact in the delivery would make the message more palatable.
No, Burt is his own stump-juice, separate from the swamp.
He tried that shit here, and it didn't work out.
Imagine that.
I still subscribe to his YouTube Channel for lulz.
He right there with the Tin Foil Hat Lady.
Actually, Burt predates the swamp. He's been on this "crusade" of his at least since the heady days of Usenet. Just search the Usenet archives like rec.radio.amateur.policy for his name and/or callsign. You'll see stuff as far back as the late 90s.
Correct.
And I freaking LOVE 'UjR cartoons. :lol:
"No, Burt is his own stump-juice, separate from the swamp."
"I'm the best you can get.
Have you guessed me yet?
I'm the slime oozin' out
From your radio, computer, etc., set."
Modified Zappa
"He right there with the Tin Foil Hat Lady."
More like the Enema Lady, our favorite late night weekend caller on WBAI 99.5 FM in New York. It was one of those "you just had to be there" 60s-70s things, she had us ROTFLOL telling us Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Enemas But Were Afraid To Ask. (Title stolen from a movie about that time.) If you weren't there to enjoy the fun you may find this alternative entertainment:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_H._Kenyon
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCTzgATx09o&feature=kp
It says "with lyrics" but I don't see any, so here they are:
http://www.metrolyrics.com/the-illin...ank-zappa.html
Our latest contestant...
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:wall: :wall:
I'm a moron magnet today.
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Two for the price of one. Must be a Walmart Special..... :wall: :wall:
Here's a gem for you:
1742 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: CQ N2ADV FN23
1743 -1 1.0 2490 # N2ADV N4AB EM85
1744 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: N4AB N2ADV -01
1745 -1 0.7 2490 # N2ADV N4AB EM85
1746 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: N4AB N2ADV -01
1747 -1 1.0 2490 # N2ADV N4AB EM85
1748 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: N4AB N2ADV -01
1749 -1 1.0 2490 # N2ADV N4AB EM85
1750 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: ??????
1751 -1 1.0 2490 # N2ADV N4AB EM85
1752 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: N4AB N2ADV -01
1754 Transmitting 21.076 MHz JT65: CQ N2ADV FN23
I checked PSK reporter and care to take a guess who was decoding me?
But you werent calling CQDX. Why didnt u return his call??? Lol
I couldn't have responded more :)Quote:
Originally Posted by N2NKW
He responded and the guy just could not hear him or something.
Many things make JT65 not decode, including a time differential between the two stations.
This guy apparently called N2ADV and then got up to go do the dishes or something.
Ah ok thought those were all him calling u. Misunderstood the posted format and got it backwards. My bad :embarassed:Quote:
Originally Posted by N2ADV
Indeed. He was reporting me to PSK Reporter so his software was decoding SOMEthing lolQuote:
Originally Posted by AE5CP
I call CQ DX on 15m, this happens:
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So, I switch to 17m, call CQ DX, and this happens:
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Unbelievable..... :roll:
I guess someone's trying to be helpful?
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No, my CQ is exactly as intended. "CQ KJ3N FM29" is "everybody pile on!!" "CQ KJ3N CQ DX" means "if you're not outside the USA, bugger off!"
:rofl:
Maybe try "CQ DX KJ3N CQ DX" ?? I'm just wondering if the putz(s) are seeing the first part ("CQ KJ3N") and ignoring the second part.Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
...and yes, they shouldn't ignore it, but consider whom you are dealing with... ...especially those that are a few fries short of a Happy Meal, if you know what I mean (wink wink nudge nudge say no more say no more)
That won't fit. You get 13 characters max, including spaces. Plus, putting the "CQ DX" in front of my call would make it impossible to simply double-click on the text in JT65-HF. JT65-HF doesn't know how to grab the callsign received if it's not right after the "CQ". It's a quirk in the program.Quote:
Originally Posted by W3WN
I think the answer to that is pretty obvious.Quote:
I'm just wondering if the putz(s) are seeing the first part ("CQ KJ3N") and ignoring the second part.
Say no more? Bushtit.Quote:
...and yes, they shouldn't ignore it, but consider whom you are dealing with... ...especially those that are a few fries short of a Happy Meal, if you know what I mean (wink wink nudge nudge say no more say no more)
Would "CQDX KJ3N CQ" work? Or is that hoping for too much?Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
"What's it like?"
I still need DE on digital for the Triple Play WAS. Next opportunity comes up November 26thfor W1AW/3. Easily the rarest state in the Union!
If I had had more time this past week, I might have staged a DXpedition to that rare state just to get it on the air! Guaranteed Mammoth PILEUP!!!
Not too many Delaware hams: Breakdown of Hams by State
Even less in ND....Quote:
Originally Posted by wb5ydk
Ron, I don't think it really matters. Remember where I'm located. I could put it up in neon letters 400 feet tall, orbiting from space, and I don't think it would matter.Quote:
Originally Posted by W3WN
To be hunted like this? Damned annoying. :angry:Quote:
"What's it like?"
It would still be a PITA to respond even as a DX...Quote:
Originally Posted by W3WN
Well, it 'twas a thought.Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
Ah, that line was actually a follow up to the earlier "say no more" comment. Actually, the punch line from the MPFS skit.Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
Candid photos with a woman who's a go-er, or it didn't happen.Quote:
Originally Posted by W3WN
(I'm well aware of the skit)
Oh heck, that's easy. Can't post the link right now, though, it's positively NSFW... just look up VoyeurClouds and you'll find PLENTY of those.Quote:
Originally Posted by KJ3N
Nudge nudge wink wink.Quote:
Originally Posted by W3WN