W.A.B. Nets Page Last Updated: 30 Oct 2009
Nets come together at various times dependent upon propagation and often involve mobile stations travelling through W.A.B. Squares. In order to ensure the smooth operation of the nets, you are asked to observe the following simple guidelines:
All nets are controlled by one station acting as Net Controller, who may occasionally appoint backup controllers.
Only call into the net when the controller asks for check-ins.
Ensure that you are netted on to the net controller’s frequency. This is very important at all times.
Do not give your W.A.B. information when you work a mobile that is being run down the net. The mobile will want to move on to the next Square as soon as possible.
Always repeat back the report given to you by the station you are working. This is a check that you have received your report correctly. Signal reports cannot be relayed but other information can. This applies to all W.A.B. activity.
The report has no minimum acceptable value. However, signals can never be zero.
Always make a list of stations in the net so you know which station to pass
transmission to, after working the station that is being run down the net.
Do not take offence if the controller misses you out in error. Mistakes do happen and remember you could take over net control.
Never break in while a mobile is being run down the net. The controller will ask for check-ins at the end of the list.
Do not ask a mobile about the area. The net controller will give the area at the beginning and end of the list.
Mobiles take preference over fixed stations, especially those that have given prior notice of the intended activity. Portable stations may also take preference dependent on the situation.
Each net member is allowed two attempts at exchanging reports with the station being run down. If this proves unsuccessful, the station will be allowed a further attempt at the end of the list.
When there is a gap in mobile activity, the
controller will pass down the list to allow members to make calls with other
net members. Two calls are generally allowed. If you do not wish to make a call
always give your W.A.B. information for the benefit of any SWL’s who may be
listening. Never waste time with idle chat unless all the other net members
have worked the stations they wish to call.
Remember that above all W.A.B. is a hobby designed
to give enjoyment to all. Be prepared to do a spell of net control, log for
mobiles and use your local knowledge to navigate mobiles into tricky areas.
Net Control:
Each year at the A.G.M. a trophy is normally presented to the
person who has provided exceptional net control or has been the most helpful to
net control during the year. Nominations may be made to the committee.
Suggested Frequencies:
On the following frequencies, W.A.B. activity can
generally be found. Remember these frequencies may be occupied by other QSO’s
already in progress. If that is the case please be prepared to move either up
or down the band before forming a net. If no activity is heard then try calling
yourself, you may be surprised at the response.
|
WAB Net Frequencies |
| BAND (m) |
SSB (MHz.) |
CW (MHz.) |
| 160 |
1.933-1.95 |
1.85 |
| 80 |
3.76 |
3.57 |
| 40 |
7.06 |
7.035 |
| 20 |
14.265 |
14.035 |
| 15 |
21.32 |
21.035 |
| 10 |
28.655 |
28.035 |
| 6 |
50.15 |
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| 2 |
144.345 |
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Weekly 2m nets run on Friday evenings at 2030 hours (UK local time) and Sunday mornings at 1030 hours (UK local time).
Happy W.A.B.-ing !!
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