06/26/2007 | W9YFD The EmComm ECI group participated in Field Day 2007 by setting up at N1ESB's home. We set up several emergency antennas ( 1-80 Meter Loop;1-G5RV in an inverted V formation; 1-80 Meter dipole; 1-40 Meter dipole; 1-20 Meter dipole; and 1-10 Meter vertical) and we operated 3 stations on emergency power for the entire 24 hours. We used a Yaesu FT-847, an Icom IC7000, and a Yaesu FT-817 which we were going to use for digital modes interfacing a Toughbook PC with a Rigblaster to the FT-817. After trying it for a couple hours, we gave up on working digital because we could not get the audio back out on the transmission. We could receive the signals fine but could not get the audio levels right for the transmit side. Even though the digital HF station did not work, we still demonstrated a digital mode by setting up an APRS demo station. The group had about 7 visitors and 10 operators during the operation. Special thanks to Bonnie Krupa, KC9EMV, for creating a wonderful buffet which we snacked on the whole time. Overall, the group ended up with around 250 contacts for the operating period. More information about the group and Field Day 2007 photos can be found at www.W9YFD.org. -- N1ESB