From 1. By 8 October (with a possible deviation of +/− 1 day) will take place interesting Dx expedition to the kingdom of bhutan, where will be broadcast gerben pg5m as A52g. The expedition habitat will be in the locality Pad in height 3,100 m above sea level. m., which promises excellent conditions for radio amateur operation.
Used device and antenna used
The operator will focus on reliable operation with top technology.
Main Transceiver: Yaesu FTDx10
P and : Speed expert 1.3K-FA
Backup radio: Sunsdr2 Pro
Antennas:
hexbe and m for a band of 20–6 m
DX Comm and nder for a band of 40–10 m
Thanks to this combination, the goal is a stable and strong operation on all planned bands.
Operation and frequency
Operation will take place on 40–10 m and possibly at 6 m. Primary will be broadcast CW and partly FT8, while the software will be used for digital operation MSHV.
| Zone | CW (KHZ) | FT8 (KHZ) |
|---|---|---|
| 40 m | 7.010 | 7.056 |
| 30 m | 10.110 | 10.131 |
| 20 m | 14.010 | 14.088 |
| 17 m | 18.070 | 18.095 |
| 15 m | 21.010 | 21.091 |
| 12 m | 24.910 | 24.923 |
| 10 m | 28.010 | 28.091 |
| 6 m | 50.105 | 50.313 |
QSL information
The logs will be uploaded daily On the Internet, if the stability of the connection permits.
| The way | Buro | Direct | LoTW | The price of the price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buro | Twice a year | Free | ||
| LoTW | After Oqrs the application | € 3 | ||
| Direct | After QSL printing | After OQRS request | € 5 | |
| Donors | After QSL printing | 1 day after QSO | ≥ € 10 |
💡 Note:
If someone contributes 10 € or more before or during the expedition, LoTW potvrdenie bude From oslané do 24 hFrom ín po QSO.
After 6 months will be všetky QSO to hrané to LoTW.
They will be after printing Direct QSL tickets Sent directly through the QSL manager.
How to deal with “not in log” situations
In case of irregularities or missing QSOs is required exclusively use “Not in Log” form to M0oxo oqrs. This is the fastest way to solve the problem.
What to expect from the expedition
Bhutan belongs to Rare DX entity, which are in great demand among radio amateurs. High altitude of the site and quality equipment should ensure Strong signals and good chances of QSO.
The operator will focus mainly on CW Operation that will delight lovers of classic fashion but will not miss either FT8 For those who prefer digital communication.
Bhutan - Kingdom of Mountains and Happiness
Bhutan. officially Kingdom of Bhutan. is a small inland country located in Himalayas between India and China. With an area of approximately 38 400 km² and the population around 800,000 inhabitants He is one of the smallest States of Asia. The capital is Thimphu and the official language dzongkh and .
Bhutan is known for its Beautiful nature, steep mountains, deep valleys and rich biodiversity. The country is located at heights from 200 m to more than 7,000 m above sea level. m., which creates a variety of climatic conditions. More than 70 % of the territory cover forests, making Bhutan one of the ecologically purest countries in the world.
The uniqueness of Bhutan also lies in its philosophy Of gross national happiness (gnh), which the government uses as a development indicator instead of GDP. Traditional culture and Buddhism have a key position here.
Tourism is strictly regulated to preserve the authenticity of the country and minimized the environmental impact. The most famous monuments are the monastery Tiger nest (Paro tartsang)that is a symbol of bhutan.
Bhutan is not only a paradise for lovers of nature and culture, but also a rare DX destination for radio amateurs, since broadcasting from this country is very rare.
The conclusion
Expedition A52g is an excellent opportunity to add to the logo Bhutan., ' Dxcc a country with low activity. Follow the bands, especially in the evening and morning peaks, and get ready for pile-up! More on https://dx.to/A52g
73 and good luck in hunting A52g! 🗻📡