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UK SSB?

space cowboy

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I've read in a couple places that 27.275 Mhz is the SSB calling channel, but when skip is rolling and I can hear the queen's english up on 38 there's nothing coming in on 27.

is anyone using 27 in the Uk for SSB?
 

27.555 USB is the international SSB call freq for 11m. 38lsb is whew you hear a lot of them as most regular CB/SSB radios don't go to 27.555 without some modding if they can be modded for those freqs. So they come down to 36-40 lsb and talk dx. That is where I've met most of my contacts from over the pond at. Channel 38lsb.
 
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When skips rolling in, to 27.555 USB, is the place to be. It's very rare that I'll call CQ anymore. I'll just listen to a station I would like to contact and wherever they QSY that's where I'll go. The only reason to operate on 38 LSB is too say hello to some old friends that don't normally make it up to those frequencies. It's popping in New Jersey right now! I enjoy switching the Phantom from hi to medium too low, and then shut it off altogether. Then I begin lowering the output gain on the madison, and see how I can make the trip with QRP output. Very enjoyable.
I've read in a couple places that 27.275 Mhz is the SSB calling channel, but when skip is rolling and I can hear the queen's english up on 38 there's nothing coming in on 27.

is anyone using 27 in the Uk for SSB?
 
Just Sayin' some of us may bend the power rules a bit, but I adhere to this for good reason ...

In the US, operation in the "Freeband" is prohibited. If you are a licensed amateur radio operator transmitting on the "Free Bands" you may get a letter from your local OO (Official Observer) about transmitting outside of authorized frequencies which violates Section 301 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and could lead to the imposition of substantial fines and seizure of radio equipment as well as possible criminal action up to and including imprisonment.

The OO may agree that "Free Band" operation creates a danger of interference to important radio communication services and may subject the operator to severe penalties, this warning may emphasize the importance of complying strictly with these legal requirements. Continued operation outside the parameters of an amateur radio license could lead to enforcement action that could include revocation or suspension and fines. It could also jeopardize any attempts to obtain an upgraded Amateur Radio license.

The OO only needs to hear you there once and recognize your voice. I guess since I never really got into the "freebands" as a CB operator it is not difficult for me to abide by the rules set forth now.
 
The OO only needs to hear you there once and recognize your voice.


Boy that is stretching it a bit. The word "conjecture" comes to mind. Unless that OO has a full voice-print analysis of your voice there is no way such a complaint could ever be handled beyond a doubt. In a court of law that means everything. An OO could simply say it was someone just because they had a scrap on the air or at the last flea market.
 
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Boy that is stretching it a bit. The word "conjecture" comes to mind. Unless that OO has a full voice-print analysis of your voice there is no way such a complaint could ever be handled beyond a doubt. In a court of law that means everything. An OO could simply say it was someone just because they had a scrap on the air or at the last flea market.
EXACTLY ! !
 
I've read in a couple places that 27.275 Mhz is the SSB calling channel, but when skip is rolling and I can hear the queen's english up on 38 there's nothing coming in on 27.

Yes, 27.275 usb is a call freq. - for S. Africa. I have talked to several guys on there in the last 3 yrs.
 
I want to collect OO cards from all states on freeband
But how will the OO know my address since I do not have to use a callsign????
 
I want to collect OO cards from all states on freeband
But how will the OO know my address since I do not have to use a callsign????
it's a transceiver... tell them your address.

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I've read in a couple places that 27.275 Mhz is the SSB calling channel, but when skip is rolling and I can hear the queen's english up on 38 there's nothing coming in on 27.

is anyone using 27 in the Uk for SSB?
In years past we used 26.285 to work over sea`s
 

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