Re: [IRCA] DX Test List (New Tests in Nevada & Maine!)

[The Kaskey Family <kaskeyfamily@xxxxxxxxx>]

Good Heavens and/or Grief!  Paul Lotsof!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I haven't heard
that name in many a year.  Last I heard he was in Benson AZ, so he must
have struck Gold or something down there.

don k.




Les Rayburn wrote:

> Thanks to the hard work of members like Mary Anne Sanford, Paul
>
> Walker and Rick Shaftan, we have even more new DX Tests to
>
> announce. Latest additions include tests from Nevada and Maine, both
>
> prime targets for DX'ers.
>
>
>
> For those who collect QSL's we've also got updated news on
>
> QSL's from the WVNN/WUMP Test.
>
>
>
> And in the next few days, we should have the details worked out
>
> on a test from KEVT, 1030khz in Cortaro, Arizona. They'll be
>
> doing a full power maintenance test on February 6th....this test
>
> is being arranged by IRCA member Paul Lotsof in conjunction with
>
> engineer Frank Luna. Look for more details on this test within the
>
> next couple of days.
>
> ======================================================
>
>
>
>
>
> KXTO 1550khz <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns =
> "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Reno, NV  DX Test
> Date(s): January 22, 2006-March 2006<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns =
> "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />
>
> Time: 01:00 PST (0900 UTC) & 04:00 PST (1200 UTC)
>
> ** Program format varies. Test will run as close to TOH as possible.
>
> :60 Second long tests in duration. "Inventory Insert" format.
>
>
> Modes of Operation:Normal-"Inventory Insert"
>
> 94 Watts, Non-Directional
>
> Programming: Morse Code ID's, Sweep Tones, Voice ID.
>
>
> Notes:Test will continue for an undetermined amount of time, possibly
> several weeks so hopefully many DX?ers will find favorable propagation
> at least one or two nights prior to the end of the test. The station
> has also stated that they will be doing transmitter maintenance at
> some point within the next two months, and may be able to accommodate
> a full power (2.5KW) test at that time. More details as they become
> available. Nevada is a rare state for many of us in the East, so enjoy
> this rare chance!
>
> Reception reports are desired via e-mail (first choice) and
>
> snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer
>
> to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette).
>
> Submit reports to:
>
> les@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> Please put "KXTO DX Test" in the subject line.
>
> All standard mail reports should go to:
> Les Rayburn
>
> High Noon Film
>
> 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111
>
> Birmingham, AL35216
>
> Thanks to Jose Pacheco, General Managerand the staff of KXTO for this
> test! Special thanks to member Paul Walker, Jr. who helped to arrange
> this test and is working with us to set up many more to come.
>
> http://www.walkerbroadcasting.com
>
> =================================================
>
> WUMP 730khz Huntsville, AL DX Test
> Date(s): January 22-27, 2006 (Late Sunday Night starts the test)
>
> Time: 23:59 CST-0500 CST (0559-1100 UTC)
>
> Spots will air at 1 minute prior to the TOH, 2nd spot will air each
> hour as close to
>
> the half hour as possible for the schedule.
>
> :60 Second long tests in duration. "Inventory Insert" format.
>
>
> Modes of Operation:Normal-"Inventory Insert"
>
> 129 Watts, Non-Directional
>
> Programming: Morse Code ID's, Sweep Tones, Voice ID.
>
>
> Notes: Reception reports are desired via e-mail (first choice) and
>
> snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer
>
> to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette).
>
> Submit reports to:
>
> bill.shrode@xxxxxxxxxxx
>
> Please also CC: fred.holland@xxxxxxxxxxx
>
> Please put "WUMP DX Test" in the subject line.
>
> All standard mail reports should go to:
> Bill Shrode
>
> 1717 Highway 72 E
>
> Athens, AL35611
>
> Thanks to Fred Holland, Bill Shrode  and the staffs of WUMP for this
> test! Member
>
> Rick Shaftan arranged for this test and we're all very grateful.
>
> =================================================
>
> KDZR 1640khz Lake Oswego, OR Maintenance Test
> Date(s): January 29, 2006 (Late Sunday Night starts the test)
>
> Time: 0000-0100 PST (0800-0900 UTC) 1 Hour Duration Test
>
>
> Modes of Operation:Normal Programming at Full Day Power/Pattern.
>
> 10KW, Non-Directional
>
> Programming: Station will conduct one hour at full power to test
> transmitter components. Station format is Radio Disney. No codes,
> tones, or other test signals will be transmitted. There will be some
> potential for confusion with WKSH 1640 in Sussex, WI who also runs
> Radio Disney format.
>
> DX?ers are encouraged to listen for local ads, and station ID
> ?KDZR, Lake Oswego, Portland?.
>
> Reception Reports: Reception reports are desired via e-mail (first
> choice) and
>
> snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer
>
> to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette).
>
> Submit reports to:
>
> les@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> Please put "KDZR DX Test" in the subject line.
>
> All standard mail reports should go to:
> Les Rayburn
>
> High Noon Film
>
> 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111
>
> Birmingham, AL35216
>
> Notes: Special thanks to IRCA member Mary Anne Sanford, KE7CGZ for
> arranging this test!
>
> KKPZ 1330khz Maintenance Test
> Date(s): January 29, 2006 (Late Sunday Night starts the test)
>
> Time: 0000-0100 PST (0800-0900 UTC) 1 Hour Duration Test
>
>
> Modes of Operation: CW ID?s 5KW, Non-Directional
>
> On for one hour for transmitter testing only. Morse code and voice
> ID?s.
>
> Programming: KKPZ 1330 (also Located on Mt.Scott, Portland, OR) will
> be on
> non-directional (normally very directional to the NW days) with CW ID
> during
> the same time.
>
> Reception Reports: Reception reports are desired via e-mail (first
> choice) and
>
> snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer
>
> to received recordings of the test (MP3, CD, or cassette).
>
> Submit reports to:
>
> les@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> Please put "KKPZ DX Test" in the subject line.
>
> All standard mail reports should go to:
> Les Rayburn
>
> High Noon Film
>
> 100 Centerview Drive Suite 111
>
> Birmingham, AL35216
>
> Notes: Special thanks to IRCA member Mary Anne Sanford, KE7CGZ for
> arranging this test!
>
> ============================================================
>
> WJTO 730khz Bath, Maine  DX Test
> Date(s): February 12, 2006 (Late Saturday Night-Early Sunday Morning)
>
> Time: Midnight to 01:00AM EST (0500-0600 UTC)
>
>
>
>
> Modes of Operation: 1KW, Non-Directional
>
> Programming: Morse Code ID's, Sweep Tones, Voice ID.
>
>
> Notes:Test will consist of a twenty minute audio CD prepared by the
> BTC. CD contains Morse Code ID?s, phonetic voice ID?s, various NRC
> Sweep Tones, etc.
>
> Reception reports are desired via e-mail (first choice) and
>
> snail mail (only if e-mail is not available) Station would prefer
>
> to receive written reports only. No cassettes or recordings needed.
>
> Submit reports to:
>
> Jibguy@xxxxxxx
>
> Please put "WJTO DX Test" in the subject line.
>
> All standard mail reports should go to:
> WJTO Radio 730
>
> P O Box 308
>
> Bath, Maine04530
>
> Thanks to Bob Bittner for this test! Special thanks to member Paul
> Walker, Jr. who helped to arrange this test and is working with us to
> set up many more to come.
>
> http://www.walkerbroadcasting.com
>
> =================================================
> Les Rayburn, N1LF
> NRC/IRCA Broadcast Test Coordinator
> Please call anytime 24/7 if your transmitter
> will be off the air for maintenance.
> (205) 253-4867
>
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