Eric:

Well, I think my antenna here is working ok.

Just worked a number of stations in the California QSO party on both CW and 
SSB on 40 meters from here in Michigan using only 100 watts, and, with my 
manual tuner, even worked a guy from Virginia on 80 meters via CW.

The next step is to fire up the amp, and see how that plays with the new 
set-up.

Would really love to do a sked with you when convenient!

73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Eric Clegg" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, October 02, 2010 9:19 PM
Subject: Re: Kenwood TMV71A


HI Tom,
Thanks for the name of the Kenwood cable.

I may already have the program for the TMV-71A in one of my directories.

I have to transfer any computer programs I plan to use to the Dell laptop.

I'd love to have a schedule on 20 meters sometime once you get settled in.

Even though I have not yet made a single contact I am really pleased with my
setup.

Before when I tried hf I used an Outback Outposter tripod on my balcony and
transmitted on 40 meters.

At that time I had a Kenwood TS570D.

I got into my stero system.

Now I know so  much more about antennas than I did then.

I'm now using a Bencher low pass filter and an MFJ line isolator between my
transmitter and my 20 meter dipole.

Even when running 100 watts I don't put a signal on any of my electronics.

Now I just have to make a contact.

I think this week I'm going to buy one of those Hy Power shortened dipoles
for 30 meters.

Think I'm going to concentrate my efforts there and build up my CW speed
again.

My girl friend was teasing me because I was telling her about the Murcury
paddles that cost almost $500.

You can get them from Morse Esxpress in Denver.

She was saying you'd rather have a fancy morse code sending device than a
KNFB Reader?

I replied yes I would.

Have a great rest of the week.

I think our crazy state has finally passed a budget I hope.

Thanks for your always welcome and helpful advice.

73,

Eric
KU3I


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