Do ham radio operators still use QSL cards?
The term QSL now more commonly means to confirm a radio contact. Early on this was done mainly with postcards. Some hams still do send out QSL cards, or send them in reply or if requested. Collecting cards is a fun aspect of ham radio.
Are QSL cards valuable?
Old QSL cards don’t have much value unless it’s something unusual such as a prewar card or one from a famous station, as Curt mentions. You never saw anyone trying to sell them until eBay came along, now at any given time there are many QSL cards on auction with the majority of them going with no bid.
What information goes on a QSL card?
These include:
- Operator’s name and address: This is obviously very important as it states where the station is located and who is operating the station.
- Callsign of station being contacted:
- Date: This is an obvious requirement for any QSL card, and care should be taken in ensuring this is filled in correctly.
What does 2 way mean on QSL card?
2-way, Mode 2-way, Mode — used mode FM or SSB RS(T) RS Report (T stands for tone and is only filled in CW QSOs.) Depending on the QSL card the RS report is filled in the form 59 or 5/9, in this case 59.
What size are QSL cards?
140mm x 90mm
The international standard size for a single page QSL card is 140mm x 90mm (5.5” x 3.5”) with a maximum weight of three grams. Once sent, cards are often used to confirm details for amateur radio awards, competitions, etc.
How do QSL cards work?
The term “QSL” comes from the international Q code and means “I confirm receipt of your transmission”. A QSL card is therefore a written confirmation. The sending of QSL cards dates back to the 1920s when AM radio broadcasts were still a novelty and stations wanted to know how far away they were being received.
What is RST on a QSL card?
The RST System is a way for Hams to let rag-chewers, CW enthusiasts, and DXers know the quality of signal they are receiving. RST stands for Readability, Signal Strength, and Tone.
Who was the monk who made the QSL card?
I can’t express just how incredibly happy I am with this wonderful QSL card from the legendary Monk Apollo of Mount Athos! I’ve written about the autonomous monastic state of Mount Athos before.
Where can I find QSL logs for dl2hzm?
Logs for PY0FZM & 3B8/DL2HZM now can be checked at http://www.qsl.net/dl3xm/(button “DX+QSL”) as well as some pictures late Hardy, DL2HZM, took when on the island. Do not use DL2HZM’s address any longer as Hardy has been a Silent Key since Nov 22nd.
Who is the QSL manager for 3v8bb?
3V8BB & 3V8ST: The Association Tunisienne des Radioamateurs (ASTRA) has announced Mustapha, DL1BDF, as an official QSL manager for 3V8BB and the new scout’s station 3V8ST. Mustapha will go to Tunisia in the early futureto help building up a QSL bureau there.