1306 QSL cards have been printed/sent via Buro (by GlobalQSL)
267 QSL cards not yet.
This is QSOs/Band sorted by Continent chart. Not too many QSOs with EU and NA due to poor condx.
73
Showing posts with label JA1NLX/VK4_2011. Show all posts
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Sunday, September 4, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 The END
Log has been uploaded on LoTW server.
1306 QSL cards have been printed/sent via Buro (by GlobalQSL)
267 QSL cards not yet.
This is QSOs/Band sorted by Continent chart. Not too many QSOs with EU and NA due to poor condx.
I will try again somewhere in South Pacific next year too. Hope to work you again. Thanks !!!
73
1306 QSL cards have been printed/sent via Buro (by GlobalQSL)
267 QSL cards not yet.
This is QSOs/Band sorted by Continent chart. Not too many QSOs with EU and NA due to poor condx.
73
Saturday, August 27, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 Story
This is a story of JA1NLX/VK4 OC-187
8/19
Arrived at Lizard Island Resort at 1200 Local time (GMT+10H) after 21H trip.
My room is located at at 30m high above beach. There are a lots of bush and trees between my room and beach. I decided to set up antenna at balcony. Vertical element is about 6m long wire wounded on fishing pole. 2.5m x 80 radials are raid on balcony flore. I have good match with Z11 Pro ATU. This is my Antenna and Transceiver etc with local beer.
QRV started at about 1400. As I was tired with long trip I worked only 100 QSOs today. Everything tomorrow.
8/20
It is Winter season here in Australia. Weather is very good with sun shine and low humidity everyday.
In the morning Band opened for NA and JA on 21MHz. In the afternoon 24MHz was good for JA and EU.
In the early evening I enjoyd many QSOs with JA and EU on 18MHz.
8/21
In the morining Band opend for JA and NA on 21MHz. In the afternoon I enjoyed QSOs with JAs on 28/24MHz and some EUs on 24MHz. In the early evening I worked JAs and some EUs/NAs on 14MHz. 2230 was best for East coast of NA.
8/22
Condx was very poor in the morning. I worked almost nothing. In the afternoon I worked some NAs and EUs on 14/18MHz. In the early evening I tried 10MHz and worked almost JAs. After that QSYed to 14MHz and worked some EUs.
8/23
I will QRT in the early evennig today and pack all my stuffs in bugs for tomorrow morning departure.
I added some more QSOs with NA on 18MHz and EU on 14MHz. Condx was not good for these area though.
Total QSOs 1500, including 200 with EUs and 100 with NAs. I tried SSB and RTTY a few times with no luck.
This is dinner with friend, Bill and his wife.
This is very friendly resort for HAM. I enjoyed very much thanks to thier great support.
As I said before there were a lots of bush and trees, They cut down a few trees for me to see great sunset from balcony this morning. Great serivece !!!
Generally speaking Eagle Transveiver and Random wire antenna worked very well. I had no RFI problem evenif ATU matching was stable.
I know quite well that my sigs is not strong. I apprecite your patience. For me it was not easy to pick up your sigs too. The sigs from EU and NA were weak with QSB. I did my best to pick up you.
8/19
Arrived at Lizard Island Resort at 1200 Local time (GMT+10H) after 21H trip.
My room is located at at 30m high above beach. There are a lots of bush and trees between my room and beach. I decided to set up antenna at balcony. Vertical element is about 6m long wire wounded on fishing pole. 2.5m x 80 radials are raid on balcony flore. I have good match with Z11 Pro ATU. This is my Antenna and Transceiver etc with local beer.
QRV started at about 1400. As I was tired with long trip I worked only 100 QSOs today. Everything tomorrow.
8/20
It is Winter season here in Australia. Weather is very good with sun shine and low humidity everyday.
In the morning Band opened for NA and JA on 21MHz. In the afternoon 24MHz was good for JA and EU.
In the early evening I enjoyd many QSOs with JA and EU on 18MHz.
8/21
In the morining Band opend for JA and NA on 21MHz. In the afternoon I enjoyed QSOs with JAs on 28/24MHz and some EUs on 24MHz. In the early evening I worked JAs and some EUs/NAs on 14MHz. 2230 was best for East coast of NA.
8/22
Condx was very poor in the morning. I worked almost nothing. In the afternoon I worked some NAs and EUs on 14/18MHz. In the early evening I tried 10MHz and worked almost JAs. After that QSYed to 14MHz and worked some EUs.
8/23
I will QRT in the early evennig today and pack all my stuffs in bugs for tomorrow morning departure.
I added some more QSOs with NA on 18MHz and EU on 14MHz. Condx was not good for these area though.
Total QSOs 1500, including 200 with EUs and 100 with NAs. I tried SSB and RTTY a few times with no luck.
This is dinner with friend, Bill and his wife.
This is very friendly resort for HAM. I enjoyed very much thanks to thier great support.
As I said before there were a lots of bush and trees, They cut down a few trees for me to see great sunset from balcony this morning. Great serivece !!!
Generally speaking Eagle Transveiver and Random wire antenna worked very well. I had no RFI problem evenif ATU matching was stable.
I know quite well that my sigs is not strong. I apprecite your patience. For me it was not easy to pick up your sigs too. The sigs from EU and NA were weak with QSB. I did my best to pick up you.
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
Log has been uploaded on LoTW server and ClubLog..
Direct QSL will be welcomed with SASE. (1 IRC or $2.00)
QSL for all QSOs will be sent via buro from Global QSL.
I will post JA1NLX/VL4 OC-187 story later.
73
Direct QSL will be welcomed with SASE. (1 IRC or $2.00)
QSL for all QSOs will be sent via buro from Global QSL.
I will post JA1NLX/VL4 OC-187 story later.
73
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 OC-187 QRT
QRT at 06z Aug 23 and final Log has been uploaded on ClubLog. Check your QSOs. If you have problem then please let me know.
This was my last dinner with Bill and his wife. We talked each other for the first time at Welcome party when I arrived here.
Condx has been not good for EU and NA during my stay. Window is very limited. Sory for your patience.
See you next time. 73
This was my last dinner with Bill and his wife. We talked each other for the first time at Welcome party when I arrived here.
Condx has been not good for EU and NA during my stay. Window is very limited. Sory for your patience.
See you next time. 73
Monday, August 22, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 OC-187 QRV
The latest Log has been uploaded on ClubLog as of 00z Aug 23.
Operation desk...
Today is the last day. I will QRT at around 07z Aug 23. I hope 10 and 12m will open until QRT.
73
Operation desk...
Today is the last day. I will QRT at around 07z Aug 23. I hope 10 and 12m will open until QRT.
73
Sunday, August 21, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 OC-187 QRV update
Just uploaded the latest Log on ClubLog.
We have a very nice winter weather here in Lizard Island. No rain everyday, max temp about 28c and min 18c. This is sunset shot.
73 and see you on the Band.
We have a very nice winter weather here in Lizard Island. No rain everyday, max temp about 28c and min 18c. This is sunset shot.
73 and see you on the Band.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 OC-187 QRV
I have uploaded current Log on ClubLog as of Aug 21 00z.
This is my antenna.Can you believe me ?
Although condx has been not good for EU and NA I worked many EUs on 12m and 17m yesterday.
Please look for me om higher Bands. 73
This is my antenna.Can you believe me ?
Although condx has been not good for EU and NA I worked many EUs on 12m and 17m yesterday.
Please look for me om higher Bands. 73
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
I will depart from Tokyo for Lizard Island tomorrow afternoon, 06z Aug 18 and arrive at Lizard Island at about 02z Aug 19.
If everything will go on schedule then I will be able to start QRV on 20m or 17m CW first at around 03 or 04z.
I hope to work as many as possible.
Please listen to announced frequency plus/minus a few KHz.
73
If everything will go on schedule then I will be able to start QRV on 20m or 17m CW first at around 03 or 04z.
I hope to work as many as possible.
Please listen to announced frequency plus/minus a few KHz.
73
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Monday, August 8, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
The latest plan as of Aug 9.
Arrive at Lizard Island at about 03z, Aug 19.
QRV will start at about 04z, Aug 19 if everything will be OK.
QRV will finish at about 10z, Aug 23.
Return home on Aug 25.
Mode: Mainly CW and RTTY/SSB if possible
Freq: 7015, 10115, 14040, 18088, 21040, 24905, 28040 for CW
14085, 18110, 21085, 24920, 28085 for RTTY
14260, 18128, 21260, 24950, 28460 for SSB
Equipment: TenTec Eagle Transceiver running 100w, Random Wire with ATU or Buddistic 1/4 wave vertical.
Propagation window by VOACAP online....
For EU...05-07z on 14MHz, 08-10 on 21MHz, 10-12z on 18MHz, 14-16z on 14MHz 21-23z on 14MHz
For NA..00-06 on 21MHz, 04-08 on 18MHz, 06-13z on 14MHz
QSL via JA1NLX. Will QSL for all QSOs via Buro/LoTW. Direct QSL will be welcomed with SASE.
Log will be uploaded on OnLine Log server daily if possible.
Topics will be uploaded daily on this page if possible.
Internet is only available at guest lounge. Please do not send request mail or request spot during stay. I can not read/see anything in the room.
Hope to work you from OC-187.
Arrive at Lizard Island at about 03z, Aug 19.
QRV will start at about 04z, Aug 19 if everything will be OK.
QRV will finish at about 10z, Aug 23.
Return home on Aug 25.
Mode: Mainly CW and RTTY/SSB if possible
Freq: 7015, 10115, 14040, 18088, 21040, 24905, 28040 for CW
14085, 18110, 21085, 24920, 28085 for RTTY
14260, 18128, 21260, 24950, 28460 for SSB
Equipment: TenTec Eagle Transceiver running 100w, Random Wire with ATU or Buddistic 1/4 wave vertical.
Propagation window by VOACAP online....
For EU...05-07z on 14MHz, 08-10 on 21MHz, 10-12z on 18MHz, 14-16z on 14MHz 21-23z on 14MHz
For NA..00-06 on 21MHz, 04-08 on 18MHz, 06-13z on 14MHz
QSL via JA1NLX. Will QSL for all QSOs via Buro/LoTW. Direct QSL will be welcomed with SASE.
Log will be uploaded on OnLine Log server daily if possible.
Topics will be uploaded daily on this page if possible.
Internet is only available at guest lounge. Please do not send request mail or request spot during stay. I can not read/see anything in the room.
Hope to work you from OC-187.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 OC-187 updated
Transceiver: TenTec Eagle with Kenwood KPS15 PS.
Others: microHAM CW Keyer, Elecraft W1 power meter and mini-paddle.
PC: MSI, Logging by Logger32 software.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
Propagation forecast in August by VOACAP online says that the window may open ........
For EU
05z - 07z on 14MHz, 08z - 10z on 21MHz, 10z - 12z on 18MHz, 14z - 16z on 14MHz and 21z - 23z on 14MHz
For NA
00z - 06z on 21MHz, 04z - 08z on 18MHz and 06z - 13z on 14MHz
This is my operating plan at present time. As you know KU2F/VK4 is now active from OC-187.
He says that best time/freq is 21z - 23z on 14MHz for EU and 11z - 13z on 14MHz for NA.
Anyway your suggestion and advice will be very much appreciated.
Lizard Island does not provide internet service in the room. It is only available in guest lounge.
Please do not send me direct e-mail or request message on DX spot during vacation because
I can not read anything online. Stay tuned.....
For EU
05z - 07z on 14MHz, 08z - 10z on 21MHz, 10z - 12z on 18MHz, 14z - 16z on 14MHz and 21z - 23z on 14MHz
For NA
00z - 06z on 21MHz, 04z - 08z on 18MHz and 06z - 13z on 14MHz
This is my operating plan at present time. As you know KU2F/VK4 is now active from OC-187.
He says that best time/freq is 21z - 23z on 14MHz for EU and 11z - 13z on 14MHz for NA.
Anyway your suggestion and advice will be very much appreciated.
Lizard Island does not provide internet service in the room. It is only available in guest lounge.
Please do not send me direct e-mail or request message on DX spot during vacation because
I can not read anything online. Stay tuned.....
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
This is primary antenna I expect. It consists of mini tripod, 4 antenna arms, LowBand coil and Long whip. All come from Buddipole. Max total length is about 5m. I have 1/4 wave length on 14,18,21,24 and 28MHz. 2.5m x 80 radials and various capacitors attached for better matching at feed point.
I used this antenna in FK/JA1NLX 2009 and JA1NLX/VK4 2010. It has worked very well with a little troublesome for band changing.
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
This room is one of Sunset Point Villa which I booked. Maybe I have great sunset view !
I do not know whether I have good room for antenna setup. The antenna will be 5m long Buddistick 1/4 wave vertical for 3.5-28MHz or random wire with ATU.
Lizard Island Resort says HAM will be always welcomed if he/she set not big antenna up !
Stay tuned.....
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Another QRV from OC-187
KU2F/VK4 will be active from Lizard Island OC-187 between July 18-21, 2011.
You have 2 chances to work OC-187 !
You have 2 chances to work OC-187 !
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
All has been fixed. See topics on May 14, 2011. See you in Aug 19 - 23.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
Following is the latest plan as of May 15. It will be fixed shortly.
8/18 Depart from Tokyo
8/19 Arrive at Lizard Island. QRV will start at around 0400z.
8/23 QRV will end at around 1000z
8/24 Depart from Lizard Island for Cairns.
8/25 Depart from Cairns for Tokyo.
Band and Mode
7-28MHz CW/SSB.
It will be around IOTA frequency.
CW: 7015 10115 14040 18095 21040 24920 28040
SSB: 14260 18128 21260 24950 28460
Transceiver and Antenna
TenTec Eagle Transceiver running 100w. Simple random wire wounded on fishing pole with ATU and radials. Antenna will be set at room deck high above sea.
QSL
I will QSL via Buro for all QSOs. The Log will be uploaded on LoTW when I am back in Tokyo. Direct QSL will be welcomed with SASE. Address is on QRZ.com.
OnLine Log
The Log will be uploaded on ClubLog daily if good internet service will be available.
8/18 Depart from Tokyo
8/19 Arrive at Lizard Island. QRV will start at around 0400z.
8/23 QRV will end at around 1000z
8/24 Depart from Lizard Island for Cairns.
8/25 Depart from Cairns for Tokyo.
Band and Mode
7-28MHz CW/SSB.
It will be around IOTA frequency.
CW: 7015 10115 14040 18095 21040 24920 28040
SSB: 14260 18128 21260 24950 28460
Transceiver and Antenna
TenTec Eagle Transceiver running 100w. Simple random wire wounded on fishing pole with ATU and radials. Antenna will be set at room deck high above sea.
QSL
I will QSL via Buro for all QSOs. The Log will be uploaded on LoTW when I am back in Tokyo. Direct QSL will be welcomed with SASE. Address is on QRZ.com.
OnLine Log
The Log will be uploaded on ClubLog daily if good internet service will be available.
Monday, May 9, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from OC-187 updated
VOACAP give us interesting propagation prediction chart.
Here are a few charts from VK4 to DL, OH, JA, W6 and W2 in August this year.
Here are a few charts from VK4 to DL, OH, JA, W6 and W2 in August this year.
For DL
For OH
For JA
For W6
For W2
As you see I do not expect too much for EU and East coast of NA. In Sept 2010 I operated JA1NLX/VK4 at Dunk Island, OC-171. I found very limited opening for EU around 17z on 14MHz and almost no opening for NA. The location was not good for NA though.
Your comment and advise will be very much appreciated.
Monday, May 2, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from IOTA OC-187
I am planning to operate JA1NLX/VK4 from Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia in August, 2011.
Lizard Island is located about 240Km north of Cairns.
I will QRV during 3 or 4 days in August on HF Bands CW and SSB if possible.
Details are not fixed yet.
Friday, March 4, 2011
JA1NLX/VK4 from IOTA OC-xyz
I operated JA1NLX/VK4 from Dunk Island OC-171 in 2010.
I am planning next trip in 2011. It may be JA1NLX/VK4 from a island in IOTA OC-xyz. Note that xyz is not equal to 171 !
It will be in summer or autumn......... Stay tuned.........
I am planning next trip in 2011. It may be JA1NLX/VK4 from a island in IOTA OC-xyz. Note that xyz is not equal to 171 !
It will be in summer or autumn......... Stay tuned.........
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