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The W1AW FMT will run on November 18, 2004 at 0245Z (or November 17, 2004, at 9:45 PM EST). It will replace the W1AW Phone Bulletin normally scheduled at that time. It is recommended that participants evaluate conditions by listening to W1AW's CW/digital transmissions prior to the event to see which band (or bands) will be best for measurement purposes.
Format:
The FMT will begin with a general W1AW (QST) call-up beginning at 0245Z sent simultaneously on three of W1AW's phone transmission frequencies. The test will consist of three 60-second tone transmissions (for each band) followed by station identification. The test will last for a period of approximately 15 minutes total. The test will end by station identification. The tone frequency will be the same on all three bands.
During the course of the FMT, W1AW will indicate the band participants should measure. For example, after the initial call-up, we will begin by saying "Now 80 meters." During the 80 meter measuring time frame, we will continue to indicate the band by first IDing, and then indicating the band; that is, "This is W1AW--80 meters."
With the exception of the tone transmission, all other transmissions will be voice. The phone frequencies are as follows:
80 meters--3990 kHz--(LSB)
40 meters--7290 kHz--(LSB)
20 meters--14290 kHz--(USB)
*All frequencies will be accurate to at least 0.1 ppm (that is, 3990 ±0.4 Hz).
Reporting and Results:
The submitted report should include the time of reception and the tone frequency. If you used the indirect method of measurement, show your calculation of the tone frequency. Include your name, call and station location. Participants may submit a separate report for each band. A Certificate of Participation will be available to all entrants. Those entrants coming closest to the measured frequency as measured by the ARRL Laboratory will be listed in the test report and will also receive special recognition on their certificate. Entries should be postmarked by December 17, 2004 to be eligible. Send entries to W1AW/FMT, 225 Main St, Newington, CT 06111.