IARU Contest July 2014

The IARU Contest was this weekend. We operated as N3BUO Multi Single High Power.

The Radio:
Gary WA5FWC won a Yaesu FTDX1200 at the Lone Star DX Association's Dinner at Hamcom in June.

The Antennas:
WA5FWC has a Multitude of antennas at his QTH. We only used these 5
1. A Homebrew 2 Element Quad for 20-10 and 4 Elements on 6 meters at 110 feet
2. A Homebrew 3 Element Quad for 20-10, 6 Elements on 6 meters and 2 Elements on 30 at 150 feet
3. 80 Meter 4-Square
4. Inverted Vee for 40 and 80 at 110 feet
5. Inverted Vee for 40 and 80 at 150 feet

The Amp:
The amplifier is a homebrew amp that uses (4) 572B and should put out about 100 watts. I was running RTTY before the contest and blew (2) tubes so we ran about 300 watts.

The Contest:
Gary WA5FWC started out his run on 15 meters and worked into the South Pacific and Japan after about an hour he moved to 20 meters and started his run. When I got there at 11:00 PM local he was still on 20 meters and had over 600 contacts.

When I arrived and took over, I went through and worked every HQ station that was on plus anything else I could find by search and pounce, About midnight I went to 80 meters and fought long and hard to get 82 contacts.  The noise was loud and the 4 square switcher was not working so it was an omni directional antenna.

About 1:00 AM I moved to 40 meters and worked everyone on the band map and found a space at 7.222 and started a run.  I was averaging 132 contacts an hour for the next couple hours. I moved back up to 20 meters pointed the High quad to 270 degrees and the low quad towards Japan. Worked many JA, VK, ZL and Europe. I was averaging about 100 q's an hour.

Around 3:00 am the 20 meter band dropped out and I rotated between 40 meters and 80 meters until Gary took over at 4:00 am.

Here our score summary:

Call: N3BUO
Operator(s): N3BUO WA5FWC
Station: N3BUO

Class: M/S HP
QTH: Venus, TX
Operating Time (hrs): 24

Summary:
 Band  CW Qs  Ph Qs  Zones  HQ Mults
-------------------------------------
  160:                           
   80:           62    10       3
   40:          265    19      19
   20:          916    36      39
   15:          244    20      28
   10:           74    12       5
-------------------------------------
Total:   0     1561    97      94  Total Score = 914,699

Club: DFW Contest Group

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$170.00 - SM18074 Sightmark Ghost Hunter 5x50mm WATERPROOF digital night vision Monocular Including nylon carrying case and manuals

Bullet Points

• Close observational range of focus
• High power built-in infrared illumination
• Ergonomic design and quick power-up
• 1/4"" socket for tripod accessories
• Lightweight and durable composite body
• Digital image technology
• Day time and night time use

Description

The Sightmark Ghost Hunter 5x50 Digital Night Vision Monocular is a sophisticated piece of night vision that is sure to impress. It can be operated during the day or night because it is equipped with digital image technology instead of traditional tube technology.
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Specifications

Type of CCD array, EIA:	ICX-404AL, 1/3"
Camera resolution, pixels (EIA):	510x492
Min/max working luminance, lux (f1.2, S/N ratio 20dB), lux:	0.08...30000
Magnification:	5x
Lens diameter, mm:/td>	50
Relative aperture, D/f':	1
Field of View:	4°F
Field of View, m@100m:	7
Minimum focusing distance, m:	1
Eye Relief, mm:	12
Diopter adjustment, dptr.:	+ / -5
Resolution, lines per mm:	34
IR Wavelength, nm:	810 + / -10
Max. Detection range of object measuring 1.7x0.5 m in natural night (0.05 lux, quarter moon):	300
Power Supply	3V
Battery type:	2xAA
Battery Life (with IR), hour:	5
Battery Life (w/out IR), hour:	9

$100.00 Vortex D2810 Diamondback 10x28mm Binocular including carrying case, neck strap and manual

Bullet Points

OPTICAL FEATURES

• Fully Multi-Coated - Increase light transmission with multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces.
• Phase Correction - Coating on roof prism models enhances resolution and contrast.

CONSTRUCTION FEATURES

• Roof Prism - Valued for greater durability and a more compact size.
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES

• Multi-Position Eyecups - Twist up and down to precise, intermediate settings to maximize custom fit for comfortable viewing with or without eyeglasses.
• Center Focus Wheel - Adjusts the focus of both binocular barrels at the same time.
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• Tripod Adaptable - Compatible with a tripod adapter, allowing use on a tripod or car window mount.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

• Raingaurd
• Teathered objective lens covers
• Comfort neck strap
• Deluxe custom-molded carry case
• VIP Warranty
• Manual

Description

Diamondback 10x28 Compact Roof Prism Binocular
With the compact 10x28 Diamondback, small size doesn't mean small performance! Like its namesake, the Diamondback rattlesnake, this pocket roof prism binocular packs a lot of wallop into a slender package. Featuring fully multi-coated optics, phase correction coatings, argon gas purging, and a unique checkered rubber armoring, the compact Diamondbacks don't trade performance for small size.

Specifications

Magnification	10 x
Objective Lens Diameter	28 mm
Eye Relief	163 mm
Linear Field of View	300 feet/1000 yards
Angular Field of View	5.7 degrees
Close Focus	13.1 feet
Interpupillary Distance	56-74 mm
Height	4.8 inches
Width	4.5 inches
Weight	14 ounces
Product Manual (PDF)	Download

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GX-1i Golf Rangefinder

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Specifications

• Actual Magnification: 6x
• Obective Aperture: 23mm
• Weight (oz.): 6.2 oz.
• Dimensions: 4 x 2.75 x 1.5
• Display: LCD (Black)
• Selectable Aiming Reticles: 7
• Max Range (Reflective Target/Prism): 800.00 yd/ 731 m
• Max Range (Pin): 400.00 yd/ 366 m
• Battery Life (CR-2 Lithium battery included): >6k Actuations

Pulsar Night Vision Thermal Imaging Scopes for under $3500!! Best price out there!

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Pulsar Thermal Imaging Scope Quantum 2x LD 38 - 9hz 384x253 PL77302

Bullet Points

• Digital thermal imaging
• Hot white/hot black viewing modes
• Germanium Lens With Internal Focusing
• Long viewing range
• Microbolometer Sensor By Ulis
• Effective Operation In Fog Or Smoke Conditions
• High Contrast Frost-resistant Oled Display
• Brightness and contrast adjustments
• Video output
• Quick start-up (less than 10 sec)
• External power supply adaptable
• Compact and light weight
• Weaver Mil-std-1913 Rail To Install Accessories (video recorder, External Power Supply Etc.)
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Details

• OPERATION AT VARIOUS TEMPERATURES
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  Actual range of detection of a human figure (1.8x0.5m) in the field (human has outerwear, in the field against the background of the forest) for the Quantum models is from 450 to 920 m, depending on the model.
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INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

• Carring case
• Video output cable
• Hand strap
• Car adapter
• Extra battery container
• Lens cleaning cloth
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Description

Pulsar Thermal Imaging Scope Quantum 2x LD 38 - 9hz 384x253 PL77302

Whether conducting a routine patrol, hunting trip or covert military mission, the Pulsar Quantum LD38 Thermal Monocular allows users to quickly locate their target in both day and nighttime operations with minimal distortion and crisp contrast. Equipped with advanced OLED display (640x480) and a high resolution microbolometer sensor (384x253), the Quantum LD38 Thermal Monocular detects heat signatures beyond what night vision can see, successfully penetrating through fog and smoke.

Specifications

Type of microbolometer	UL 03 16 2 (α-Si)
Resolution of microbolometer sensor, pixel	384x253
Spectral range, um	7.7…13.2
Magnification, x	2.1
Digital zoom, x	2x
Range of detection	900
Display type	OLED WVGA
Display resolution, pixel	640x480
Field of view, HxV, degree	14.4x10.8
Eyepiece adjustment, dptr	+/- 5
Power supply	4xAA
Video output signal	PAL / NTSC
Operating temperature, С	-20 … +50
Dimensions, mm	200x86x59
Weight with batteries, kg	0.56

Operating W1AW/5 at NR5M

I just spent Tuesday thru Saturday at W1AW/5 down at NR5M antenna Ranch. I wanted to thatnk George NR5M for his hospitality and to Chris N1XS for coordination the event. I had an absolute blast.  We were over 18,000 contacts when I left.

It was great to operate this super station in non-contest fun environment.

NR5M has a killer station with multiple amps and operating positions.  During the week I got to watch moon bounce contacts and meteor scatter activities (Thanks Marshall). In over 40 of Hamming I have never down this.

The bands were great and the antennas were phenomenal!!  I operated RTTY on 80, 40, 20, 15 and 10.  Talked to many friends I have made on the bands over the years.

On Saturday morning, I worked a large pile up of JA, YB and VK on 80 (Gary WA5FWC got the run going, He was up all night and I took over at 4 am) and on 40 meters.

On Friday night I work almost all of the VK and ZL in the world on 10 meters. NR5M has a 4 stack of Yagis a Two stack of Yagis and a single lower 30 foot 4 element yagi on 10 meters. The Lower single yagi was used for all of the pacific contacts and they were very loud!!


I did most of my contacts on 40, 20 and 15 in to Europe and the US.


RT - when you are ready to put your team together for your turn with W1AW/5 let me and WA5FWC know we would be more than happy to operate!

Gary WA5FWC took lots of pictures I will post them when I get them.

If you want to see George's Super station and watch the live web cam go to http://nr5m.com

Again thanks to George and Chris for the fun!!

New at 801tactical.com - Sightmark Twilight 7x50 Digital Night Vision Monocular SM18014 $379.97

Sightmark Twilight 7x50 Digital Night Vision (Green) Monocular SM18014

Bullet Points

• Digital imaging technology
• Daytime and night time use
• Digital green image
• Close observational range of focus
• Brightness control
• Video output
• Built-in infrared illumination
• High magnification
• Ergonomic design and quick power-up
• 1/4 inch socket for tripod mounting
• Lightweight and durable composite body

Description

Sightmark Twilight 7x50 Digital Night Vision (Green) Monocular SM18014

The Sightmark Twilight 7x50 DNV is the most compact digital night vision unit on the market and features

the latest in digital NV technologies and High Magnification -- 7xy and night time operable, the Twilight DNV features enhanced multi-coated optics and high resolution images. The built-in IR illuminator significantly improves the device’s efficiency and users can acquire greater performance by fixing a high power IR flashlight to the Twilight DNV using the two 1/4 inch sockets. The device features a video output, which allows image transmission to a monitor/TV set and recording with an external recording device. The Twilight 7x50 DNV operates on two AA batteries for around six hours and give the user visibility up to 100 meters. Ergonomic, compact and easy to use, the Twilight DNV Digital Night Vision is a perfect unit for a variety of uses including, outdoor observation, hunting and camping, sports and night navigation and boating, search and rescue and equipment maintenance.
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