Ham Radio: Tips

RTTY contesting presentation from Dayton 2007. RTTY contest strategy, contest results, strategy for ARRL RTTY Roundup and CQ WPX RTTY, station layout for ergonomics, keyboard mapping, Search and Pounce (S&P) vs Run, and more. W0YK

Single Operator Assisted is a relative popular entry category. This article, posted by the FRC describes tips for operating in this category.

This is another article on single operator strategy for the CQ WPX contest. It emphasizes the double points for low band contacts, whether you should chase multipliers and the differences between this contest and other major ham radio contests.

The Band Edge- How Close is Too Close? In the heat of the battle, some ops get too close to the edge. This article explains it.

Tips on the CW and SSB Sprints. These are short duration ham radio contests that require particular operating skills. This page shows contesting beginners how to participate in these contests.