ESWATINI Reception of Trans World Radio Africa in 19mb on August 7:
1400-1415 on 15360 MAN 100 kW / 043 deg to SoAs Urdu Daily, very good
1557-1627 on 15105 MAN 100 kW / 013 deg to SoAf Kirundi Mo-Fr, strong
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-trans-world-radio-africa_7.html
FRANCE(non) Eye Radio in Juba Arabic & English via MGB TDF Issoudun on August 7:
1500-1600 on 15410 ISS 250 kW / 139 deg to EaAf Juba Arabic/English/other* Mon-Fri
* including other langs: Dinka, Nuer, Shilluk, Bari, Zande & Lutoho in varies time
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/eye-radio-in-juba-arabic-english-via.html
GUINEA Fair/good signal of Radio Guinée Conakry on August 7
from 0615 on 9650 CON 050 kW / non-dir to WeAf French, co-ch
from 0900 on 9650 RIY 100 kW / non-dir to N/ME R.Riyadh, HQ:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fairgood-signal-of-radio-guinee-conakry.html
KUWAIT Reception of MOI Radio Kuwait in English on 15529.8 kHz on August 7:
0500-0800 on 15529.8 KBD 250 kW / 310 deg to WeEu English AM mode, very good.
Wrong frequency announcement: 11970 kHz in 19mb, instead of 15530 kHz in 19mb
Plus second wrong frequency announcement: 15540 kHz in 25mb, instead of 19mb!
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-moi-radio-kuwait-in.html
NIGERIA(non) Dandal Kura Radio Int. & Radio International on August 7:
Dandal Kura Radio Int. via MBR Issoudun
0600-0700 on 11910 ISS 100 kW / 167 deg to CeAf Kanuri, very good signal
Radio International via BaBcoCk Woofferton
0700-0800 on 13810 WOF 250 kW / 165 deg to WeAf Kanuri/French, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-dandal-kura-radio-int.html
NUMBERS STATION Reception of S06s Russian Lady in 19/41/25mb, August 7:
0600-0606 on 15945 unknown secret tx site to Eu Russian USB/AM, very good
0730-0736 on 7365*unknown secret tx site to Eu Russian USB/AM, fair/good
0740-0746 on 11655 unknown secret tx site to Eu Russian USB/AM, fair/good
* co-ch same 7365 WNM 003 kW / 145 deg to SEEu German HCJB AM, weak/fair
And unscheduled transmission of numbers S06 Russian Man in 31mb, August 7
0845-0855 on 9463 unknown secret tx site to Eu Russian USB/AM, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-s06s-russian-lady-s06.html
TURKEY Another odd frequency 9655.7 kHz of Voice of Turkey August 7
0830-0955 on 11795.0 EMR 500 kW / 105 deg to WeAs Farsi, missing today
1000-1055 on 9655.7 EMR 500 kW / 072 deg to CeAs Georgian, instead of
0600-1155 on 11675.7 EMR 500 kW / 150 deg to WeAs Turkish on August 6&
1300-1355 on 11965.7 EMR 500 kW / 020 deg to EaEu Russian on August 6:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/another-odd-frequency-96557-khz-of.html
U.K.(non) Trans World Radio Africa via BaBcoCk Grigoriopol, August 7:
1628-1629 on 11780 KCH 300 kW / 160 deg to EaAf TWR Eu Interval Signal,
1629-1700 on 11780 KCH 300 kW / 160 deg to EaAf Somali Daily, very good
1800-1845 on 9940 KCH 300 kW / 157 deg to EaAf Tigrinya Mo-Th, strong:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-trans-world-radio-africa_98.html
USA Reception of WRNO Worldwide Radio in English/Chinese, August 7
till 0605 on 7505 RNO 050 kW / 020 deg to ENAm English, very good
from 0605 on 7505 RNO 050 kW / 020 deg to ENAm Chinese, fair/good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-wrno-worldwide-radio-in_7.html
USA Very good signal of OCB Radio & TV Marti, August 7
till 0700 on 7335 GB 250 kW / 225 deg to Cuba Spanish:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-good-signal-of-ocb-radio-tv-marti.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
martedì 7 agosto 2018
FTIOM and UBMP, August 12-18
** U S A [and non]. From the Isle of Music, August 12-18, 2018:
Part 2 of 2 parts. Our special guest this week and next is Yasek Manzano, one of the young lions in both Jazz and Electronic Music in Cuba today.
Four options to listen to the transmission:
1. For Eastern Europe but audible well beyond the target area in most of the Eastern Hemisphere (including parts of East Asia and Oceania) with 100Kw, Sunday 1500-1600 UTC on SpaceLine, 9400 KHz, from Kostinbrod, Bulgaria (1800-1900 MSK)
2. For the Americas and parts of Europe, Tuesday 0000-0100 UTC on WBCQ, 7490 KHz from Monticello, ME, USA (Monday 8-9PM EST in the US). This has been audible in parts of NW, Central and Southern Europe with an excellent skip to Italy recently.
3 & 4. For Europe and sometimes beyond, Tuesday 1900-2000 UTC and Saturday 1200-1300 UTC on Channel 292, 6070 KHz from Rohrbach, Germany.
Also recommended:
1. Jetzt Geht's Los! (Here We Go!), an excellent program of early German Jazz produced by Radio Ohne Nahmen, comes on right before FTIOM on Tuesdays from 1800-1900 UTC on Channel 292.
Uncle Bill's Melting Pot, Sun, August 12 & Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Episode 75 features Ska from several different countries in Eastern Europe.
The broadcasts take place:
1. Sundays 2200-2230 UTC (6:00PM -6:30PM Eastern US) on
WBCQ The Planet 7490 KHz from the US to the Americas and parts of Europe
2. Tuesdays 2000-2030 UTC on Channel 292, 6070 KHz from Rohrbach, Germany for Europe. If current propagation conditions hold, the broadcast should reach from Iceland to Western Russia, Scandinavia down to North Africa and the Middle East, AND a long bounce to parts of New Zealand.
Also recommended:
Marion's Attic, a unique program produced and hosted by Marion Webster featuring early 20th Century records, Edison cylinders etc played on the original equipment, comes on immediately before UBMP on Sundays from 2100-2200 UTC on WBCQ 7490 Khz.
(William "Bill" Tilford, Owner/Producer, Tilford Productions, LLC, August 7, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast #2018-219
Greetings to my fellow hamateur radio and SWL radio enthusiasts around the
world.
Welcome to my “not for profit” daily W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation
Forecast.
It’s the only daily global HF radio wave propagation forecast produced on
the planet.
I'm a retired heliophysicist, terrestrial meteorologist/climatologist,
physical oceanographer and one of the few on the planet with advanced
education and forecast experience in all disciplines. In terrestrial weather
forecasting I
have 45 years of experience and in solar, space and geomagnetic weather
forecasting 34 years.
Created and disseminated by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM in Lakeland, FL, USA ©
1988-2018.
If you find this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast useful to your
hamateur and SWL radio activities, feel free to drop me a line and let me
know that at
thomasfgiella@gmail.com
I enjoy hearing from likeminded fellow radio enthusiasts.
Hams and SWLs that are interested in solar, space & geomagnetic weather as
well as radio wave propagation are a special group of people interested in
broadening their knowledge in science.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Supporting images associated with this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast can be found in my Facebook account at
https://www.facebook.com/thomasfranklingiellaw4hm
and in my Twitter account at
https://twitter.com/GiellaW4hm
Last but not least here is my new HF radio wave propagation web page where
you can sign up to receive this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast via
email. https://groups.io/g/w4hmradiowavepropagationforecast but without
supporting images.
It's a NO SPAM voluntary "opt" in email type group hosted by Groups.io, so
you have to sign up by using an existing email address and creating a
password.
W4HM Solar Cycle 24 Update and Solar Cycle 25 Forecast- Short and to the
point.
Solar minimum may begin later this year and may last longer than any
previous solar cycle in the 20th century. When solar cycle 25 finally gets
underway it could be the weakest since the middle of the 19th century.
Another Dalton type lesser grand solar minimum may occur with a
corresponding cooling of earth’s climate. This would negate anthropogenic
climate change if it were occurring which it isn’t.
On February 1, 2008 I forecasted that solar cycle 24 would be the smallest
solar cycle in the past 100 years. That forecast verified. I also forecasted
that solar cycle 25 would be almost non nonexistent.
#218 Issued Tuesday August 7, 2018 at 1515 UTC
Important Solar, Space & Geomagnetic Weather Indices-
Solar activity was very low.
The daily solar flux index numbers (DSFI) were 69.1 69.1 69.1
There had been 2 consecutive days with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index
number (DSFI) lower than 70.
The official daily sunspot number (DSSN) was 0.
There had been 5 consecutive days with an official daily sunspot number
(DSSN) of 0.
In 2018 there had been 126 days with an official daily sunspot number (DSSN)
of 0.
The 24 hour period 3 hour interval planetary K index (Kp) had been at a
quiet geomagnetic condition of 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0.
The 24 hour period maximum and minimum solar wind speed ranged between 339 &
277 km/s.
Global Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast-
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 7, 2018- minor
deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 8, 2018- steady.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 9, 2018- improving.
Northern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9 +1 to 9 at night and S1-3
at day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+ 1 to 9 at night and
S4-7 at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S0 at
night and S3-4 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in the summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the northern hemisphere summer season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes later due to more sun light illuminating the ionosphere than in
the southern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is lower
than in the southern hemisphere as heating in the F2 layer of the ionosphere
is higher and the layer less concentrated.
Almost daily during the northern hemisphere summer season you will find that
the 25600- 26100 kHz and 28000-30000 kHz frequency ranges will open via
short north-south and east-west propagation paths via sporadic E (Es). Also
when multiple sporadic E (Es) clouds form and line up favorably much longer
propagation paths open up on east-west paths. And last but not least
north-south propagation paths occur across the equator via trans equatorial
propagation (TEP).
Southern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9+10 at night and S3-5 at
day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+15 at night and S4-7
at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S1-3 at
night and S5-8 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the southern hemisphere winter season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes sooner due to less sun light illuminating the ionosphere than
in the northern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is higher
than in the northern hemisphere as the F2 layer of the ionosphere is lower
in height and more concentrated.
This HF Radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the SIGINT_CAP
HF radio wave propagation prediction software. I wrote it beginning in the
late 1980’s but I’m sorry to say that it can’t be distributed to the general
public. It does outperform VOA CAP.
And though this HF radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the
SIGINT_CAP software, I do check the actual band conditions at my location in
the USA and tweak the forecast manually where and when necessary.
I also check global HF radio wave propagation conditions via remoted radio
receivers on every continent of the globe and tweak the forecast manually if
and when necessary.
And last but not least I look at ionsonde stations on every continent of the
globe.
The hamateur radio JT65A mode RF signal levels received are based on 5 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio PSK31 mode RF signal levels received are based on 25
watts and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio CW mode RF signal levels received are based on 50 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio SSB RF mode signal levels received are based on 100 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The HF shortwave broadcast band AM Mode RF signal levels are based on
100,000 watts (100 kw) and a typical high gain VOA type curtain array
antenna.
Please keep in mind that this is a relatively simplified HF radio wave
propagation forecast, so as to keep it easily understandable and applicable
by the average radio enthusiast.
Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are most evenly balanced
during the fall and spring equinoxes and most diametrically opposed during
the summer and winter solstices.
Conditions change daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and by decade, as the
sun rises and sets at different times and at different angles from the
ecliptic, as well as by radio wave frequency. This is due to changes in the
maximum usable frequency (MUF), lowest usable frequency (LUF) and F layer
critical frequency (FoF2). Also by propagation path.
The D and E layers also come into play through RF radio wave signal
absorption and refraction. And then there is sporadic E (Es) radio wave
propagation that can really throw a wrench into the gears so to speak.
Things like sporadic E (Es) radio wave propagation and lightning storm
static can impact HF radio wave propagation in an unpredictable manner and
mostly bad.
Ongoing solar, space and geomagnetic weather goings on also impact HF radio
wave propagation conditions in a negative manner.
Lower high frequency (80-30 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner not so much by variations in the maximum usable frequency
(MUF) along a particular propagation path and time but rather due to
geomagnetic elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms (Kp-5 &
greater) that increase signal absorption via the E layer (the altitude of
the radio aurora). Also increases in the lowest usable frequency (LUF) via D
layer RF signal absorption due to hard x-rays, galactic cosmic waves,
elevated background solar flux levels greater than B0 and energetic proton
flux levels at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
Higher frequency (20-10 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner by variations in the maximum usable frequency (MUF) along a
particular propagation path and time due to the current sunspot number and
also due to elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms of Kp-5 &
greater. Also D layer RF signal absorption due to elevated (greater than B0)
background solar flux levels. Also to a lesser extent elevated proton flux
at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
GENERAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING CORRELATION OF PROPAGATION INDICES TO ACTUAL
HF PROPAGATION CONDITIONS-
NOTE!!! The propagation indices "interpretations" are my personal
intellectual property. Therefore the radio wave propagation indices
interpretations contained herein is copyrighted © 1988-2018 by Thomas F.
Giella, W4HM, all rights reserved. Reproduction of information herein is
allowed without permission in advance as long as proper credit is given.
All 14 of the following indices have to occur as described below in order to
see the best global high frequency radio wave propagation possible,
something that happens rarely.
1.) Dropping geomagnetic field indices numbers are better, Kp of 0 best.
2.) A daily sunspot number of 150 or higher, 200 or higher best.
3.) A daily sunspot number of greater than 100 for routine stable formation
of the E Valley/F Layer ducting mechanism.
4.) Previous 24 hour Ap index under 10, fewer than 7 for several days
consecutively are best.
5.) Previous 3 hours Kp index fewer than 3 for mid latitude paths, fewer
than 2 for high latitude paths, 0 for several days consecutively is best.
6.) Energetic protons no greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
7.) Background x-ray flux levels greater than B1 for several days
consecutively, greater than C1 best.
8.) No current STRATWARM alert.
9.) Interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz with a (positive number) sign,
indicates a lesser chance of high latitude path aurora
absorption/unpredictable refraction or scattering of medium frequency RF
signals, when the Kp is above 3.
10.) A -10 or better towards a positive number Dst index during the recovery
time after a geomagnetic storm, as related to the equatorial ring current. A
positive number is best.
Standard Disclaimer-
Note! I use error prone RAW public domain data from the NOAA Space
Environment Center, other U.S. government entities and educational
institutions, to produce this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast. This data is gathered and made public by the U.S. Government using
taxpayer $$$ (including mine).
However this daily HF propagation forecast that I produce from the RAW
public domain data is my personal intellectual property. Therefore this
daily HF radio wave propagation forecast contained herein is copyrighted ©
1988-2018 by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Also HF radio wave propagation forecasting is still an inexact
science and therefore also an art. The forecasts are not official but for
educational and hobby related purposes only and are subject to human error
and acts of God, therefore no guarantee or warranty implied.
world.
Welcome to my “not for profit” daily W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation
Forecast.
It’s the only daily global HF radio wave propagation forecast produced on
the planet.
I'm a retired heliophysicist, terrestrial meteorologist/climatologist,
physical oceanographer and one of the few on the planet with advanced
education and forecast experience in all disciplines. In terrestrial weather
forecasting I
have 45 years of experience and in solar, space and geomagnetic weather
forecasting 34 years.
Created and disseminated by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM in Lakeland, FL, USA ©
1988-2018.
If you find this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast useful to your
hamateur and SWL radio activities, feel free to drop me a line and let me
know that at
thomasfgiella@gmail.com
I enjoy hearing from likeminded fellow radio enthusiasts.
Hams and SWLs that are interested in solar, space & geomagnetic weather as
well as radio wave propagation are a special group of people interested in
broadening their knowledge in science.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Supporting images associated with this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast can be found in my Facebook account at
https://www.facebook.com/thomasfranklingiellaw4hm
and in my Twitter account at
https://twitter.com/GiellaW4hm
Last but not least here is my new HF radio wave propagation web page where
you can sign up to receive this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast via
email. https://groups.io/g/w4hmradiowavepropagationforecast but without
supporting images.
It's a NO SPAM voluntary "opt" in email type group hosted by Groups.io, so
you have to sign up by using an existing email address and creating a
password.
W4HM Solar Cycle 24 Update and Solar Cycle 25 Forecast- Short and to the
point.
Solar minimum may begin later this year and may last longer than any
previous solar cycle in the 20th century. When solar cycle 25 finally gets
underway it could be the weakest since the middle of the 19th century.
Another Dalton type lesser grand solar minimum may occur with a
corresponding cooling of earth’s climate. This would negate anthropogenic
climate change if it were occurring which it isn’t.
On February 1, 2008 I forecasted that solar cycle 24 would be the smallest
solar cycle in the past 100 years. That forecast verified. I also forecasted
that solar cycle 25 would be almost non nonexistent.
#218 Issued Tuesday August 7, 2018 at 1515 UTC
Important Solar, Space & Geomagnetic Weather Indices-
Solar activity was very low.
The daily solar flux index numbers (DSFI) were 69.1 69.1 69.1
There had been 2 consecutive days with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index
number (DSFI) lower than 70.
The official daily sunspot number (DSSN) was 0.
There had been 5 consecutive days with an official daily sunspot number
(DSSN) of 0.
In 2018 there had been 126 days with an official daily sunspot number (DSSN)
of 0.
The 24 hour period 3 hour interval planetary K index (Kp) had been at a
quiet geomagnetic condition of 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0.
The 24 hour period maximum and minimum solar wind speed ranged between 339 &
277 km/s.
Global Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast-
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 7, 2018- minor
deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 8, 2018- steady.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 9, 2018- improving.
Northern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9 +1 to 9 at night and S1-3
at day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+ 1 to 9 at night and
S4-7 at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S0 at
night and S3-4 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in the summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the northern hemisphere summer season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes later due to more sun light illuminating the ionosphere than in
the southern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is lower
than in the southern hemisphere as heating in the F2 layer of the ionosphere
is higher and the layer less concentrated.
Almost daily during the northern hemisphere summer season you will find that
the 25600- 26100 kHz and 28000-30000 kHz frequency ranges will open via
short north-south and east-west propagation paths via sporadic E (Es). Also
when multiple sporadic E (Es) clouds form and line up favorably much longer
propagation paths open up on east-west paths. And last but not least
north-south propagation paths occur across the equator via trans equatorial
propagation (TEP).
Southern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9+10 at night and S3-5 at
day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+15 at night and S4-7
at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S1-3 at
night and S5-8 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the southern hemisphere winter season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes sooner due to less sun light illuminating the ionosphere than
in the northern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is higher
than in the northern hemisphere as the F2 layer of the ionosphere is lower
in height and more concentrated.
This HF Radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the SIGINT_CAP
HF radio wave propagation prediction software. I wrote it beginning in the
late 1980’s but I’m sorry to say that it can’t be distributed to the general
public. It does outperform VOA CAP.
And though this HF radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the
SIGINT_CAP software, I do check the actual band conditions at my location in
the USA and tweak the forecast manually where and when necessary.
I also check global HF radio wave propagation conditions via remoted radio
receivers on every continent of the globe and tweak the forecast manually if
and when necessary.
And last but not least I look at ionsonde stations on every continent of the
globe.
The hamateur radio JT65A mode RF signal levels received are based on 5 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio PSK31 mode RF signal levels received are based on 25
watts and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio CW mode RF signal levels received are based on 50 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio SSB RF mode signal levels received are based on 100 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The HF shortwave broadcast band AM Mode RF signal levels are based on
100,000 watts (100 kw) and a typical high gain VOA type curtain array
antenna.
Please keep in mind that this is a relatively simplified HF radio wave
propagation forecast, so as to keep it easily understandable and applicable
by the average radio enthusiast.
Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are most evenly balanced
during the fall and spring equinoxes and most diametrically opposed during
the summer and winter solstices.
Conditions change daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and by decade, as the
sun rises and sets at different times and at different angles from the
ecliptic, as well as by radio wave frequency. This is due to changes in the
maximum usable frequency (MUF), lowest usable frequency (LUF) and F layer
critical frequency (FoF2). Also by propagation path.
The D and E layers also come into play through RF radio wave signal
absorption and refraction. And then there is sporadic E (Es) radio wave
propagation that can really throw a wrench into the gears so to speak.
Things like sporadic E (Es) radio wave propagation and lightning storm
static can impact HF radio wave propagation in an unpredictable manner and
mostly bad.
Ongoing solar, space and geomagnetic weather goings on also impact HF radio
wave propagation conditions in a negative manner.
Lower high frequency (80-30 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner not so much by variations in the maximum usable frequency
(MUF) along a particular propagation path and time but rather due to
geomagnetic elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms (Kp-5 &
greater) that increase signal absorption via the E layer (the altitude of
the radio aurora). Also increases in the lowest usable frequency (LUF) via D
layer RF signal absorption due to hard x-rays, galactic cosmic waves,
elevated background solar flux levels greater than B0 and energetic proton
flux levels at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
Higher frequency (20-10 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner by variations in the maximum usable frequency (MUF) along a
particular propagation path and time due to the current sunspot number and
also due to elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms of Kp-5 &
greater. Also D layer RF signal absorption due to elevated (greater than B0)
background solar flux levels. Also to a lesser extent elevated proton flux
at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
GENERAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING CORRELATION OF PROPAGATION INDICES TO ACTUAL
HF PROPAGATION CONDITIONS-
NOTE!!! The propagation indices "interpretations" are my personal
intellectual property. Therefore the radio wave propagation indices
interpretations contained herein is copyrighted © 1988-2018 by Thomas F.
Giella, W4HM, all rights reserved. Reproduction of information herein is
allowed without permission in advance as long as proper credit is given.
All 14 of the following indices have to occur as described below in order to
see the best global high frequency radio wave propagation possible,
something that happens rarely.
1.) Dropping geomagnetic field indices numbers are better, Kp of 0 best.
2.) A daily sunspot number of 150 or higher, 200 or higher best.
3.) A daily sunspot number of greater than 100 for routine stable formation
of the E Valley/F Layer ducting mechanism.
4.) Previous 24 hour Ap index under 10, fewer than 7 for several days
consecutively are best.
5.) Previous 3 hours Kp index fewer than 3 for mid latitude paths, fewer
than 2 for high latitude paths, 0 for several days consecutively is best.
6.) Energetic protons no greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
7.) Background x-ray flux levels greater than B1 for several days
consecutively, greater than C1 best.
8.) No current STRATWARM alert.
9.) Interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz with a (positive number) sign,
indicates a lesser chance of high latitude path aurora
absorption/unpredictable refraction or scattering of medium frequency RF
signals, when the Kp is above 3.
10.) A -10 or better towards a positive number Dst index during the recovery
time after a geomagnetic storm, as related to the equatorial ring current. A
positive number is best.
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Note! I use error prone RAW public domain data from the NOAA Space
Environment Center, other U.S. government entities and educational
institutions, to produce this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast. This data is gathered and made public by the U.S. Government using
taxpayer $$$ (including mine).
However this daily HF propagation forecast that I produce from the RAW
public domain data is my personal intellectual property. Therefore this
daily HF radio wave propagation forecast contained herein is copyrighted ©
1988-2018 by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
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Also HF radio wave propagation forecasting is still an inexact
science and therefore also an art. The forecasts are not official but for
educational and hobby related purposes only and are subject to human error
and acts of God, therefore no guarantee or warranty implied.
RADIO FREE ASIA COMMEMORATES 22 YEARS WITH NEW QSL
Radio Free Asia (RFA) announces its 22nd Anniversary QSL! Bringing free press to closed societies, RFA’s first broadcast was in Mandarin on September 29, 1996 at 2100 UTC. RFA is a private, nonprofit corporation broadcasting news and information to listeners in Asian countries where full, accurate, and timely news reports are unavailable. Acting as a substitute for indigenous free media, RFA concentrates coverage on events occurring in and/or affecting Burma, Cambodia, Laos, North Korea, the People’s Republic of China, and Vietnam. This latest design shows a standard RFA microphone flag used by many of our field reporters; this one rests on a surface in our Vietnamese audio studio in Washington DC. This is RFA’s 68th QSL design and is used to confirm all valid RFA reception reports from September – December 2018.
Conclusa la sperimentazione su 819 Khz di Am Group
Si è conclusa positivamente la sperimentazione di AM Group su 819 Khz con identificativo Power Radio AM. Inizia ora un periodo di riorganizzazione tecnica che ci permetterà a breve di poter valutare il mantenimento di tale frequenza storica dell’Onda Media nazionale.
Ringraziamo tutti coloro che hanno inviato rapporti d’ascolto e commenti più che positivi sulla nostra sperimentazione.
A presto con belle novità, nel frattempo continuiamo ad irradiare il nostro segnale sui 1584 Khz, buon ascolto!
Perú, La Voz del Pueblo
PERU, 4920.9, Radio La Voz del Pueblo, Santiago de Chuco, 0425-0505, 07-08, here in Lugo extremley weak signal, barely audible, at moments only carrier and at moments some music and comments can be heard.
Via remote SDR Kiwi Pardinho, near Sao Paulo, Brazil, 4920.89, clear signal, Peruvian songs and political advertisments about the local government and the mayor of Santiago de Chuco: "Democracia Directa, Cesar Alcántara, nuestro alcalde", "Democracia Directa promueve el turismo, alcalde provincial de Santiago de Chuco", "Democracia Directa promueve la educación y la cultura, Cesar Alcántara es garantía, Democracia Directa impulsa la salud", "Democracia Directa promueve la artesanía, Cesar Alcántara, nuestro alcalde, cumple". SINPO via SDR Kiwi Pardinho 35433..
The past days out of air.
Manuel Méndez
Lugo, Spain
Log in Lugo
Tecsun S-8800, cable antenna, 8 meters
Unid Egyptian music station on shortwave... since 2014
Greetings Glenn, I am qsr711 (also known as Quim S.), and I have read your latest DX Listening Digest, corresponding to July 31st, 2018, and it brought my attention the unidentified Egyptian station that some DXers reported. I have some information from these broadcasts that might be of great use.
I recovered this information by myself while monitoring a number station from Egypt, and I also found it strange when I first saw these broadcasts, so I decided to keep an eye on them as well. After some years of monitoring, I came into the following conclusions:
-The unidentified Arabic music station has been around since at least 2014.
-The station uses the frequencies of 9400, 9550 and 9600 kHz.
-Transmissions take place every day in the morning, usually between 0900 and 1300 UT. Sometimes more than one is sent. However, I haven't seen more than one frequency active at once.
-Transmissions last 15 minutes (excluding test tones).
-The aired content is only Arabic music, the same track played in a loop throughout the broadcast. Some music tracks I identified are from artists like Oum Kulthum, Omar Khairat, and other Egyptian singers. Songs are often reused.
-Unlike Radio Cairo, these transmissions have very good modulation, and they use low power (I use kiwiSDR remote receivers in Greece to listen to it, and the signal is between S5 and S9). I have seen some Radio Cairo transmitters randomly turning on in the 31m band in the morning as well (carrier only, and using a random Radio Cairo assigned frequency), and these are way stronger than this station.
I hope this helps in resolving the source of this station. I would provide more information using the kiwiSDR TDoA extension to track the origin of the signal, and even some recordings I have, but I am away from the computer until late August and I can't make these on the mobile phone I'm using. Best wishes, (qsr711 (aka Quim S.), August 4, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
Perhaps a separate site in Cairo area of the army/military, known to utility DXers? But again, we have no hard evidence it is even in Egypt (Glenn Hauser, DXLD)
Glenn Hauser logs August 5-6, 2018
** BRAZIL. 11780, UT Monday August 6 at 0151, RNB/RNA is off, unlike most evenings at this time: maybe a Sunday thing (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** CUBA. 5025, August 6 at 0135, R. Rebelde is OFF, but detect a JBA carrier a bit high like 5025.01: R. Quillabamba, Perú, or exciter only from Cuba? Something`s always wrong at RadioCuba.
4765, August 6 at 0138, R. Progreso music is S9+20 but modulation breaking up. Something`s always wrong at RadioCuba. At least the third 60m Cuban, RHC on 5040 is OK (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** CUBA. 6100, August 6 at 0555, this RHC English air is dead tonight, while 6165, 6060 and 5040 are very good; 6000 merely good modulation. Something`s always wrong at RHC (Glenn Hauser, OK, DXL ISTENING DIGEST)
** CUBA [and non]. 9490, August 6 at 0148, heavy jamming against R. República via FRANCE audible underneath. The jam has a higher pitch than usually heard from the DentroCuban Jamming Command (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** FRANCE. 9790, August 6 at 0552, RFI in French, S4-S5 with big humbuzz from defective TDF Issoudun transmitter; tonight another frequency from there, 7220 with Dandal Kura is S9 and clear. Some other night, it could be the bad one (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** NORTH AMERICA. 6870-AM, August 6 at 0128, VP S9 pirate with jazz, still at 0153. These say it was Mix Radio at *2352-0159*:
https://www.hfunderground.com/board/index.php/topic,44915.0.html
(Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** SUDAN SOUTH [non]. 15410, fair August 6 at 1551, Eye Radio via FRANCE, YL in African accented English about mp3s, ID at 1554; fair via UTwente SDR; is M-F only at 15-16 (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U A E [and non]. 9840.1 approx., August 6 at 0146 JBA talk, unknown language. Wonder if it`s always off-frequency Vietnam? NO, that`s on ``9840`` only at 10-24 UT per NDXC/Aoki. At this hour 0100-0300, it is VOA Deewa Radio in Pashto via Dhabbiya, an habitually off-frequency site.
Indeed, presumed VOV JBA carrier measured on 9839.787, as usual on the minus side, August 6 at 1313. Aoki has room for three decimal places, but hit-and-miss, mostly missed except for Sounds of Hopes; and another VOV as 9635.789 at 2145-1600. Hmmm, notice the almost-match in offness, one plus, one minus. I claim no greater accuracy than plus/minus 2 Hz (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 2097.3-CW, August 5 at 0613, despite heavy storm noise level of S9+10/20, I decide to check whether the A beacon from Quartzsite AZ can be heard --- and it can! Enough to copy .- once every dekasecond. 1519 km = 944 miles, almost to CA border. BTW is missing from this:
http://www.lwca.org/sitepage/part15/index.htm
(Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. WORLD OF RADIO 1941 monitoring: confirmed UT Monday August 6 from 0130.5 on WRMI 7780, S9/S7 and 5850, S9+45/25. Also confirmed on Area 51 webcast UT Mon Aug 6 starting late at 0309, after ``The B-Movie Bob Show at 6:30-7 pm Eastern``, presumably from an ancient archive, overfilling during an off-week for JL. Also confirmed via WBCQ 5130- at 0329 check, poor in noise level. Also confirmed from 0330 August 6 on WRMI 9955, good S9/S9+10; and also immediate playback at 0400 on WRMI webcast only. Next:
Mon 2330 WBCQ 9330v to WSW [maybe]
Tue 0030 WRMI 7730 to WNW
Tue 2030 WRMI 7780 to NE, 5950 to WNW [or #1942?]
Tue 2130 WRMI 5950 to WNW [or #1942?]
Full schedule for WOR on all outlets, not just SW; podcast linx:
http://www.worldofradio.com/radioskd.html
(Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 7780, August 5 at 1306, this WRMI is on morning as scheduled now on Sundays only, gospel huxter; still a JBA carrier at 1412. 9395, at 1306 check Sunday August 5 with Brother Scare, no longer a secret `Wavescan` time.
9955, August 6 at 0145, WRMI amid `Wavescan` about Shepparton, and with Cuban pulse jamming: tnx a lot, Arnie! 0130 Monday is one of dozens of WS times on WRMI (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 5085, UT Sunday August 5 at 0614, despite omission from WTWW homepage and schedule, `Southern Talk in the Midnight` is still going, S9+20 but unsolid signal and combating storm noise level. If 15809.9 be // this time, is totally unpropagating. Presumably still starting at 0500 after rock music show.
15809.9 is however audible at 1413 August 5 with SFAW much weaker than // 9475. By 1920 recheck when should propagate better, is off; while 9475 is problematic, modulation cutting on & off & skipping (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 5050, UT Monday August 6 at 0156, WWRB is S9+30 with screaming gospel huxtress; is only on UT Sun & Mon, or also UT Tue? Should always check for second harmonic 10100 as once logged, but not heard since July 15 (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
UNIDENTIFIED. 6900-LSB, August 6 at 0143, peskie talx in Spanish, mixing with music in background or CCI from another one (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
This report dispatched at 1555 UT August 6
All India Radio AIR 7550 kHz DRM
All India Radio AIR 7550 kHz DRM since 03-Aug-2018:
1745-2230 UT to Europe
2245-0045 UT to Asia
Channel 1 = GOS-IV
Channel 2 = VIVIDH BHARATI
Find more details in the updated DRM Shortwave Schedule:
http://ab27.bplaced.net/drm.pdf
(Alexander Busneag, Germany via WOR io group)
1745-2230 UT to Europe
2245-0045 UT to Asia
Channel 1 = GOS-IV
Channel 2 = VIVIDH BHARATI
Find more details in the updated DRM Shortwave Schedule:
http://ab27.bplaced.net/drm.pdf
(Alexander Busneag, Germany via WOR io group)
Agenda DX 07/08/2018
ANNIVERSARIO EMITTENTI
Radio Batallòn Topater, Bolivia 1220 Khz (1974)
JOQC, Giappone 1386 Khz (1938)
Radio Surcolombiana, Colombia 5010 Khz (1974)
Radio Batallòn Topater, Bolivia 1220 Khz (1974)
JOQC, Giappone 1386 Khz (1938)
Radio Surcolombiana, Colombia 5010 Khz (1974)
lunedì 6 agosto 2018
SWLDXBulgaria News, August 5-6
AUSTRALIA Reception of Reach Beyond Australia in English on 31mb, August 6
1230-1245 on 9670 KNX 100 kW / 335 deg to SEAs English Mo-Sa, weak to fair
1245-1300 on 9690 KNX 100 kW / 335 deg to SoAs English Daily, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-reach-beyond-australia-in.html
EGYPT Mystery Egyptian Music Station on 9600 kHz, August 6
1215-1230 on 9600 unknown tx / unknown to ????, good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-mystery-egyptian-music_6.html
FRANCE(non) Very good signal of Eye Radio via MGB TDF Issoudun, August 6
1500-1600 on 15410 ISS 250 kW / 139 deg to EaAf Arabic and other* Mon-Fri
* including other languages: English/Dinka/Nuer/Shilluk/Bari/Zande/Lutoho
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-good-signal-of-eye-radio-via-mgb.html
FRANCE(non) R.Xoriyo Ogaden & Voice of Amara Radio via TDF Issoudun, August 6
BRB Radio Xoriyo Ogaden
1600-1630 on 17770 ISS 500 kW / 130 deg to EaAf Somali Mon/Fri, very good
BRB Voice of Amara Radio
1700-1800 on 15360 ISS 250 kW / 120 deg to EaAf Amharic Wed/Sat-Mon, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/rxoriyo-ogaden-voice-of-amara-radio-via.html
GUAM(non) Fair/good signal of FEBA Radio via KTWR Agana on August 6:
1315-1345 on 11580*TWR 200 kW / 290 deg to SoAs Telugu and English Mon
* co-ch same 11580 unknown kW / non-dir to EaAs Chinese Digital Jammer
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fairgood-signal-of-feba-radio-via-ktwr_6.html
KOREA D.P.R. & ZAMBIA KCBS Pyongyang & Voice of Hope Africa on 11680 kHz, August 5-6:
from 2000 on 11680 KNG 050 kW / non-dir to NEAs Korean Daily KCBS Pyongyang, very good,
from 0500 on 11680 LUV 100 kW / 315 deg to WeAf English Mon-Fri tx#2 VHope Africa, good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/kcbs-pyongyang-voice-of-hope-africa-on.html
KOREA SOUTH Reception of KBS World Radio in Russian on 31mb on August 6
1300-1400 on 9645 KIM 100 kW / 304 deg to CeAs Russian, fair/good signal
same time on 9650 RIY*100 kW / non-dir to N/ME Arabic R.Riyadh Holy Quran
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-kbs-world-radio-in-russian.html
MADAGASCAR(non) Reception of Eye Radio via MGB Talata Volonondry, August 6
0400-0500 on 11620 MDC 250 kW / 335 deg to EaAf Arabic* Mon-Fri, very good
* including other languages: English/Dinka/Nuer/Shilluk/Bari/Zande/Lutoho
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-eye-radio-in-english-via.html
NUMBERS STATION Good signal of E11 Oblique in 19mb on August 6
0640-0643 on 15800 unknown secret tx site to Eu English USB mode
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/good-signal-of-e11-oblique-in-19mb-on_6.html
OMAN Reception of Radio Sultanate of Oman in English/Arabic, August 6
from 1400 on 15140 THU 100 kW / 315 deg to WeEu English-distorted audio
from 1500 on 15140 THU 100 kW / 315 deg to WeEu Arabic, very good audio
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-sultanate-of-oman-in_6.html
TURKEY Very odd frequency 11675.7 & 11965.7 kHz of TRT Voice of Turkey on August 6
0600-1155 on 11675.7 EMR 500 kW / 150 deg to WeAs Turkish, instead of nominal 11675.0
1300-1355 on 11965.7 EMR 500 kW / 020 deg to EaEu Russian, instead of nominal 11965.0
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-odd-frequency-116757-119657-khz-of.html
SAO TOME VOA Studio 7 special transmission to Zimbabwe via Pinheira, August 6:
1200-1500 on 15295 SAO 100 kW / 126 deg to ZWE English/Shona/Ndebele, very good
1200-1500 on 17820 SAO 100 kW / 138 deg to ZWE English/Shona/Ndebele, fair/good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/voa-studio-7-special-transmission-to.html
U.K.(non) Radio Ranginkaman & North Korea Reform Radio via BaBcoCk Tashkent, August 6
Radio Ranginkaman/Radio Rainbow
1600-1630 on 7580 TAC 100 kW / 236 deg to WeAs Farsi Mon/Fri, very good
North Korea Reform Radio
2030-2130 on 7495 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to NEAs Korean Daily, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/radio-ranginkaman-north-korea-reform.html
USA Good signal of WRNO Worldwide Radio on August 6:
from 0505 on 7505 RNO 050 kW / 020 deg to ENAm English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/good-signal-of-wrno-worldwide-radio-in.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
1230-1245 on 9670 KNX 100 kW / 335 deg to SEAs English Mo-Sa, weak to fair
1245-1300 on 9690 KNX 100 kW / 335 deg to SoAs English Daily, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-reach-beyond-australia-in.html
EGYPT Mystery Egyptian Music Station on 9600 kHz, August 6
1215-1230 on 9600 unknown tx / unknown to ????, good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-mystery-egyptian-music_6.html
FRANCE(non) Very good signal of Eye Radio via MGB TDF Issoudun, August 6
1500-1600 on 15410 ISS 250 kW / 139 deg to EaAf Arabic and other* Mon-Fri
* including other languages: English/Dinka/Nuer/Shilluk/Bari/Zande/Lutoho
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-good-signal-of-eye-radio-via-mgb.html
FRANCE(non) R.Xoriyo Ogaden & Voice of Amara Radio via TDF Issoudun, August 6
BRB Radio Xoriyo Ogaden
1600-1630 on 17770 ISS 500 kW / 130 deg to EaAf Somali Mon/Fri, very good
BRB Voice of Amara Radio
1700-1800 on 15360 ISS 250 kW / 120 deg to EaAf Amharic Wed/Sat-Mon, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/rxoriyo-ogaden-voice-of-amara-radio-via.html
GUAM(non) Fair/good signal of FEBA Radio via KTWR Agana on August 6:
1315-1345 on 11580*TWR 200 kW / 290 deg to SoAs Telugu and English Mon
* co-ch same 11580 unknown kW / non-dir to EaAs Chinese Digital Jammer
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fairgood-signal-of-feba-radio-via-ktwr_6.html
KOREA D.P.R. & ZAMBIA KCBS Pyongyang & Voice of Hope Africa on 11680 kHz, August 5-6:
from 2000 on 11680 KNG 050 kW / non-dir to NEAs Korean Daily KCBS Pyongyang, very good,
from 0500 on 11680 LUV 100 kW / 315 deg to WeAf English Mon-Fri tx#2 VHope Africa, good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/kcbs-pyongyang-voice-of-hope-africa-on.html
KOREA SOUTH Reception of KBS World Radio in Russian on 31mb on August 6
1300-1400 on 9645 KIM 100 kW / 304 deg to CeAs Russian, fair/good signal
same time on 9650 RIY*100 kW / non-dir to N/ME Arabic R.Riyadh Holy Quran
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-kbs-world-radio-in-russian.html
MADAGASCAR(non) Reception of Eye Radio via MGB Talata Volonondry, August 6
0400-0500 on 11620 MDC 250 kW / 335 deg to EaAf Arabic* Mon-Fri, very good
* including other languages: English/Dinka/Nuer/Shilluk/Bari/Zande/Lutoho
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-eye-radio-in-english-via.html
NUMBERS STATION Good signal of E11 Oblique in 19mb on August 6
0640-0643 on 15800 unknown secret tx site to Eu English USB mode
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/good-signal-of-e11-oblique-in-19mb-on_6.html
OMAN Reception of Radio Sultanate of Oman in English/Arabic, August 6
from 1400 on 15140 THU 100 kW / 315 deg to WeEu English-distorted audio
from 1500 on 15140 THU 100 kW / 315 deg to WeEu Arabic, very good audio
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-sultanate-of-oman-in_6.html
TURKEY Very odd frequency 11675.7 & 11965.7 kHz of TRT Voice of Turkey on August 6
0600-1155 on 11675.7 EMR 500 kW / 150 deg to WeAs Turkish, instead of nominal 11675.0
1300-1355 on 11965.7 EMR 500 kW / 020 deg to EaEu Russian, instead of nominal 11965.0
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-odd-frequency-116757-119657-khz-of.html
SAO TOME VOA Studio 7 special transmission to Zimbabwe via Pinheira, August 6:
1200-1500 on 15295 SAO 100 kW / 126 deg to ZWE English/Shona/Ndebele, very good
1200-1500 on 17820 SAO 100 kW / 138 deg to ZWE English/Shona/Ndebele, fair/good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/voa-studio-7-special-transmission-to.html
U.K.(non) Radio Ranginkaman & North Korea Reform Radio via BaBcoCk Tashkent, August 6
Radio Ranginkaman/Radio Rainbow
1600-1630 on 7580 TAC 100 kW / 236 deg to WeAs Farsi Mon/Fri, very good
North Korea Reform Radio
2030-2130 on 7495 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to NEAs Korean Daily, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/radio-ranginkaman-north-korea-reform.html
USA Good signal of WRNO Worldwide Radio on August 6:
from 0505 on 7505 RNO 050 kW / 020 deg to ENAm English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/good-signal-of-wrno-worldwide-radio-in.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
Propagation outlook from Boulder
:Product: Weekly Highlights and Forecasts
:Issued: 2018 Aug 06 0236 UTC
# Prepared by the US Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, Space Weather Prediction Center
# Product description and SWPC contact on the Web
# http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/weekly.html
#
# Weekly Highlights and Forecasts
#
Highlights of Solar and Geomagnetic Activity 30 July - 05 August 2018
Solar activity was very low throughout the period. Region 2717 (S08,
L=027, class/area=Axx/10 on 02 Aug) was briefly the sole active
region with sunspots, but was largely unproductive. No
Earth-directed CMEs were observed this period.
No proton events were observed at geosynchronous orbit.
The greater than 2 MeV electron flux at geosynchronous orbit reached
high levels on 30 Jul, moderate levels on 31 Jul, and 01, 03-04 Aug.
Normal levels were observed throughout the rest of the period.
Geomagnetic field activity was quiet to unsettled on 31 Jul, and
01-03 Aug, with quiet conditions observed throughout the remainder
of the period, under a nominal solar wind environment.
FORECAST OF SOLAR AND GEOMAGNETIC ACTIVITY 06 AUGUST-01 SEPTEMBER 2018
Solar activity is expected to be very low throughout the outlook
period.
No proton events are expected at geosynchronous orbit.
The greater than 2 MeV electron flux at geosynchronous orbit is
expected to reach high levels on 21-26 Aug. Moderate levels are
expected on 06-11, 18-20, 27-31 Aug and 01 Sep. Normal levels are
expected throughout the remainder of the outlook period.
Geomagnetic field activity is likely to reach G1 (Minor) geomagnetic
storm levels on 20 Aug due to the influence of a negative polarity,
coronal hole high-speed stream. Active conditions are expected on
07-08, 17, and 20-21 Aug due to multiple, recurrent coronal hole
high-speed streams. Quiet to unsettled conditions are expected
throughout the remainder of the outlook period.
:Product: 27-day Space Weather Outlook Table 27DO.txt
:Issued: 2018 Aug 06 0236 UTC
# Prepared by the US Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, Space Weather Prediction Center
# Product description and SWPC contact on the Web
# http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/wwire.html
#
# 27-day Space Weather Outlook Table
# Issued 2018-08-06
#
# UTC Radio Flux Planetary Largest
# Date 10.7 cm A Index Kp Index
2018 Aug 06 69 8 3
2018 Aug 07 69 12 4
2018 Aug 08 69 12 4
2018 Aug 09 69 8 3
2018 Aug 10 69 5 2
2018 Aug 11 69 5 2
2018 Aug 12 69 8 3
2018 Aug 13 69 8 3
2018 Aug 14 69 5 2
2018 Aug 15 69 5 2
2018 Aug 16 69 8 3
2018 Aug 17 69 12 4
2018 Aug 18 69 5 2
2018 Aug 19 69 5 2
2018 Aug 20 69 20 5
2018 Aug 21 69 12 4
2018 Aug 22 69 5 2
2018 Aug 23 70 5 2
2018 Aug 24 70 5 2
2018 Aug 25 70 5 2
2018 Aug 26 70 5 2
2018 Aug 27 70 5 2
2018 Aug 28 70 5 2
2018 Aug 29 70 5 2
2018 Aug 30 70 5 2
2018 Aug 31 70 5 2
2018 Sep 01 69 5 2
(SWPC via DXLD)
:Issued: 2018 Aug 06 0236 UTC
# Prepared by the US Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, Space Weather Prediction Center
# Product description and SWPC contact on the Web
# http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/weekly.html
#
# Weekly Highlights and Forecasts
#
Highlights of Solar and Geomagnetic Activity 30 July - 05 August 2018
Solar activity was very low throughout the period. Region 2717 (S08,
L=027, class/area=Axx/10 on 02 Aug) was briefly the sole active
region with sunspots, but was largely unproductive. No
Earth-directed CMEs were observed this period.
No proton events were observed at geosynchronous orbit.
The greater than 2 MeV electron flux at geosynchronous orbit reached
high levels on 30 Jul, moderate levels on 31 Jul, and 01, 03-04 Aug.
Normal levels were observed throughout the rest of the period.
Geomagnetic field activity was quiet to unsettled on 31 Jul, and
01-03 Aug, with quiet conditions observed throughout the remainder
of the period, under a nominal solar wind environment.
FORECAST OF SOLAR AND GEOMAGNETIC ACTIVITY 06 AUGUST-01 SEPTEMBER 2018
Solar activity is expected to be very low throughout the outlook
period.
No proton events are expected at geosynchronous orbit.
The greater than 2 MeV electron flux at geosynchronous orbit is
expected to reach high levels on 21-26 Aug. Moderate levels are
expected on 06-11, 18-20, 27-31 Aug and 01 Sep. Normal levels are
expected throughout the remainder of the outlook period.
Geomagnetic field activity is likely to reach G1 (Minor) geomagnetic
storm levels on 20 Aug due to the influence of a negative polarity,
coronal hole high-speed stream. Active conditions are expected on
07-08, 17, and 20-21 Aug due to multiple, recurrent coronal hole
high-speed streams. Quiet to unsettled conditions are expected
throughout the remainder of the outlook period.
:Product: 27-day Space Weather Outlook Table 27DO.txt
:Issued: 2018 Aug 06 0236 UTC
# Prepared by the US Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, Space Weather Prediction Center
# Product description and SWPC contact on the Web
# http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/wwire.html
#
# 27-day Space Weather Outlook Table
# Issued 2018-08-06
#
# UTC Radio Flux Planetary Largest
# Date 10.7 cm A Index Kp Index
2018 Aug 06 69 8 3
2018 Aug 07 69 12 4
2018 Aug 08 69 12 4
2018 Aug 09 69 8 3
2018 Aug 10 69 5 2
2018 Aug 11 69 5 2
2018 Aug 12 69 8 3
2018 Aug 13 69 8 3
2018 Aug 14 69 5 2
2018 Aug 15 69 5 2
2018 Aug 16 69 8 3
2018 Aug 17 69 12 4
2018 Aug 18 69 5 2
2018 Aug 19 69 5 2
2018 Aug 20 69 20 5
2018 Aug 21 69 12 4
2018 Aug 22 69 5 2
2018 Aug 23 70 5 2
2018 Aug 24 70 5 2
2018 Aug 25 70 5 2
2018 Aug 26 70 5 2
2018 Aug 27 70 5 2
2018 Aug 28 70 5 2
2018 Aug 29 70 5 2
2018 Aug 30 70 5 2
2018 Aug 31 70 5 2
2018 Sep 01 69 5 2
(SWPC via DXLD)
Glenn Hauser logs August 5-6, 2018
** BRAZIL. 11780, UT Monday August 6 at 0151, RNB/RNA is off, unlike most evenings at this time: maybe a Sunday thing (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** CUBA. 5025, August 6 at 0135, R. Rebelde is OFF, but detect a JBA carrier a bit high like 5025.01: R. Quillabamba, Perú, or exciter only from Cuba? Something`s always wrong at RadioCuba.
4765, August 6 at 0138, R. Progreso music is S9+20 but modulation breaking up. Something`s always wrong at RadioCuba. At least the third 60m Cuban, RHC on 5040 is OK (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** CUBA. 6100, August 6 at 0555, this RHC English air is dead tonight, while 6165, 6060 and 5040 are very good; 6000 merely good modulation. Something`s always wrong at RHC (Glenn Hauser, OK, DXL ISTENING DIGEST)
** CUBA [and non]. 9490, August 6 at 0148, heavy jamming against R. República via FRANCE audible underneath. The jam has a higher pitch than usually heard from the DentroCuban Jamming Command (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** FRANCE. 9790, August 6 at 0552, RFI in French, S4-S5 with big humbuzz from defective TDF Issoudun transmitter; tonight another frequency from there, 7220 with Dandal Kura is S9 and clear. Some other night, it could be the bad one (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** NORTH AMERICA. 6870-AM, August 6 at 0128, VP S9 pirate with jazz, still at 0153. These say it was Mix Radio at *2352-0159*:
https://www.hfunderground.com/board/index.php/topic,44915.0.html
(Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** SUDAN SOUTH [non]. 15410, fair August 6 at 1551, Eye Radio via FRANCE, YL in African accented English about mp3s, ID at 1554; fair via UTwente SDR; is M-F only at 15-16 (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U A E [and non]. 9840.1 approx., August 6 at 0146 JBA talk, unknown language. Wonder if it`s always off-frequency Vietnam? NO, that`s on ``9840`` only at 10-24 UT per NDXC/Aoki. At this hour 0100-0300, it is VOA Deewa Radio in Pashto via Dhabbiya, an habitually off-frequency site.
Indeed, presumed VOV JBA carrier measured on 9839.787, as usual on the minus side, August 6 at 1313. Aoki has room for three decimal places, but hit-and-miss, mostly missed except for Sounds of Hopes; and another VOV as 9635.789 at 2145-1600. Hmmm, notice the almost-match in offness, one plus, one minus. I claim no greater accuracy than plus/minus 2 Hz (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 2097.3-CW, August 5 at 0613, despite heavy storm noise level of S9+10/20, I decide to check whether the A beacon from Quartzsite AZ can be heard --- and it can! Enough to copy .- once every dekasecond. 1519 km = 944 miles, almost to CA border. BTW is missing from this:
http://www.lwca.org/sitepage/part15/index.htm
(Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. WORLD OF RADIO 1941 monitoring: confirmed UT Monday August 6 from 0130.5 on WRMI 7780, S9/S7 and 5850, S9+45/25. Also confirmed on Area 51 webcast UT Mon Aug 6 starting late at 0309, after ``The B-Movie Bob Show at 6:30-7 pm Eastern``, presumably from an ancient archive, overfilling during an off-week for JL. Also confirmed via WBCQ 5130- at 0329 check, poor in noise level. Also confirmed from 0330 August 6 on WRMI 9955, good S9/S9+10; and also immediate playback at 0400 on WRMI webcast only. Next:
Mon 2330 WBCQ 9330v to WSW [maybe]
Tue 0030 WRMI 7730 to WNW
Tue 2030 WRMI 7780 to NE, 5950 to WNW [or #1942?]
Tue 2130 WRMI 5950 to WNW [or #1942?]
Full schedule for WOR on all outlets, not just SW; podcast linx:
http://www.worldofradio.com/radioskd.html
(Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 7780, August 5 at 1306, this WRMI is on morning as scheduled now on Sundays only, gospel huxter; still a JBA carrier at 1412. 9395, at 1306 check Sunday August 5 with Brother Scare, no longer a secret `Wavescan` time.
9955, August 6 at 0145, WRMI amid `Wavescan` about Shepparton, and with Cuban pulse jamming: tnx a lot, Arnie! 0130 Monday is one of dozens of WS times on WRMI (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 5085, UT Sunday August 5 at 0614, despite omission from WTWW homepage and schedule, `Southern Talk in the Midnight` is still going, S9+20 but unsolid signal and combating storm noise level. If 15809.9 be // this time, is totally unpropagating. Presumably still starting at 0500 after rock music show.
15809.9 is however audible at 1413 August 5 with SFAW much weaker than // 9475. By 1920 recheck when should propagate better, is off; while 9475 is problematic, modulation cutting on & off & skipping (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
** U S A. 5050, UT Monday August 6 at 0156, WWRB is S9+30 with screaming gospel huxtress; is only on UT Sun & Mon, or also UT Tue? Should always check for second harmonic 10100 as once logged, but not heard since July 15 (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
UNIDENTIFIED. 6900-LSB, August 6 at 0143, peskie talx in Spanish, mixing with music in background or CCI from another one (Glenn Hauser, OK, DX LISTENING DIGEST)
This report dispatched at 1555 UT August 6
W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast #2018-217
Greetings to my fellow hamateur radio and SWL radio enthusiasts around the
world.
Welcome to my “not for profit” daily W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation
Forecast.
It’s the only daily global HF radio wave propagation forecast produced on
the planet.
I'm a retired heliophysicist, terrestrial meteorologist/climatologist,
physical oceanographer and one of the few on the planet with advanced
education and forecast experience in all disciplines. In terrestrial weather
forecasting I
have 45 years of experience and in solar, space and geomagnetic weather
forecasting 34 years.
Created and disseminated by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM in Lakeland, FL, USA ©
1988-2018.
If you find this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast useful to your
hamateur and SWL radio activities, feel free to drop me a line and let me
know that at
thomasfgiella@gmail.com
I enjoy hearing from likeminded fellow radio enthusiasts.
Hams and SWLs that are interested in solar, space & geomagnetic weather as
well as radio wave propagation are a special group of people interested in
broadening their knowledge in science.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Supporting images associated with this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast can be found in my Facebook account at
https://www.facebook.com/thomasfranklingiellaw4hm
and in my Twitter account at
https://twitter.com/GiellaW4hm
Last but not least here is my new HF radio wave propagation web page where
you can sign up to receive this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast via
email. https://groups.io/g/w4hmradiowavepropagationforecast but without
supporting images.
It's a NO SPAM voluntary "opt" in email type group hosted by Groups.io, so
you have to sign up by using an existing email address and creating a
password.
W4HM Solar Cycle 24 Update and Solar Cycle 25 Forecast- Short and to the
point.
Solar minimum may begin later this year and may last longer than any
previous solar cycle in the 20th century. When solar cycle 25 finally gets
underway it could be the weakest since the middle of the 19th century.
Another Dalton type lesser grand solar minimum may occur with a
corresponding cooling of earth’s climate. This would negate anthropogenic
climate change if it were occurring which it isn’t.
On February 1, 2008 I forecasted that solar cycle 24 would be the smallest
solar cycle in the past 100 years. That forecast verified. I also forecasted
that solar cycle 25 would be almost non nonexistent.
#217 Issued Monday August 6, 2018 at 1415 UTC
Important Solar, Space & Geomagnetic Weather Indices-
Solar activity was very low.
The daily solar flux index numbers (DSFI) were 68.9 69.2 68.7
There had been 1 day with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index number (DSFI)
lower than 70.
There had been 3 consecutive days with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index
number (DSFI) of 70 or higher.
The official daily sunspot number (DSSN) was 0.
There had been 4 consecutive days with an official daily sunspot number
(DSSN) of 0.
In 2018 there had been 125 days with an official daily sunspot number (DSSN)
of 0.
The 24 hour period 3 hour interval planetary K index (Kp) had been at a
quiet geomagnetic condition of 1 1 1 2 1 1 0 1.
The 24 hour period maximum and minimum solar wind speed ranged between 356 &
299 km/s.
Global Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast-
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 6, 2018- steady then
minor deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 7, 2018- minor to
moderate deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 8, 2018- moderate to
minor deterioration.
Northern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9 +1 to 9 at night and S1-3
at day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+ 1 to 9 at night and
S4-7 at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S0 at
night and S3-4 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in the summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the northern hemisphere summer season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes later due to more sun light illuminating the ionosphere than in
the southern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is lower
than in the southern hemisphere as heating in the F2 layer of the ionosphere
is higher and the layer less concentrated.
Almost daily during the northern hemisphere summer season you will find that
the 25600- 26100 kHz and 28000-30000 kHz frequency ranges will open via
short north-south and east-west propagation paths via sporadic E (Es). Also
when multiple sporadic E (Es) clouds form and line up favorably much longer
propagation paths open up on east-west paths. And last but not least
north-south propagation paths occur across the equator via trans equatorial
propagation (TEP).
Southern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9+10 at night and S3-5 at
day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+15 at night and S4-7
at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S1-3 at
night and S5-8 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the southern hemisphere winter season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes sooner due to less sun light illuminating the ionosphere than
in the northern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is higher
than in the northern hemisphere as the F2 layer of the ionosphere is lower
in height and more concentrated.
This HF Radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the SIGINT_CAP
HF radio wave propagation prediction software. I wrote it beginning in the
late 1980’s but I’m sorry to say that it can’t be distributed to the general
public. It does outperform VOA CAP.
And though this HF radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the
SIGINT_CAP software, I do check the actual band conditions at my location in
the USA and tweak the forecast manually where and when necessary.
I also check global HF radio wave propagation conditions via remoted radio
receivers on every continent of the globe and tweak the forecast manually if
and when necessary.
And last but not least I look at ionsonde stations on every continent of the
globe.
The hamateur radio JT65A mode RF signal levels received are based on 5 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio PSK31 mode RF signal levels received are based on 25
watts and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio CW mode RF signal levels received are based on 50 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio SSB RF mode signal levels received are based on 100 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The HF shortwave broadcast band AM Mode RF signal levels are based on
100,000 watts (100 kw) and a typical high gain VOA type curtain array
antenna.
Please keep in mind that this is a relatively simplified HF radio wave
propagation forecast, so as to keep it easily understandable and applicable
by the average radio enthusiast.
Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are most evenly balanced
during the fall and spring equinoxes and most diametrically opposed during
the summer and winter solstices.
Conditions change daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and by decade, as the
sun rises and sets at different times and at different angles from the
ecliptic, as well as by radio wave frequency. This is due to changes in the
maximum usable frequency (MUF), lowest usable frequency (LUF) and F layer
critical frequency (FoF2). Also by propagation path.
The D and E layers also come into play through RF radio wave signal
absorption and refraction. And then there is sporadic E (Es) radio wave
propagation that can really throw a wrench into the gears so to speak.
Things like sporadic E (Es) radio wave propagation and lightning storm
static can impact HF radio wave propagation in an unpredictable manner and
mostly bad.
Ongoing solar, space and geomagnetic weather goings on also impact HF radio
wave propagation conditions in a negative manner.
Lower high frequency (80-30 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner not so much by variations in the maximum usable frequency
(MUF) along a particular propagation path and time but rather due to
geomagnetic elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms (Kp-5 &
greater) that increase signal absorption via the E layer (the altitude of
the radio aurora). Also increases in the lowest usable frequency (LUF) via D
layer RF signal absorption due to hard x-rays, galactic cosmic waves,
elevated background solar flux levels greater than B0 and energetic proton
flux levels at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
Higher frequency (20-10 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner by variations in the maximum usable frequency (MUF) along a
particular propagation path and time due to the current sunspot number and
also due to elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms of Kp-5 &
greater. Also D layer RF signal absorption due to elevated (greater than B0)
background solar flux levels. Also to a lesser extent elevated proton flux
at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
GENERAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING CORRELATION OF PROPAGATION INDICES TO ACTUAL
HF PROPAGATION CONDITIONS-
NOTE!!! The propagation indices "interpretations" are my personal
intellectual property. Therefore the radio wave propagation indices
interpretations contained herein is copyrighted © 1988-2018 by Thomas F.
Giella, W4HM, all rights reserved. Reproduction of information herein is
allowed without permission in advance as long as proper credit is given.
All 14 of the following indices have to occur as described below in order to
see the best global high frequency radio wave propagation possible,
something that happens rarely.
1.) Dropping geomagnetic field indices numbers are better, Kp of 0 best.
2.) A daily sunspot number of 150 or higher, 200 or higher best.
3.) A daily sunspot number of greater than 100 for routine stable formation
of the E Valley/F Layer ducting mechanism.
4.) Previous 24 hour Ap index under 10, fewer than 7 for several days
consecutively are best.
5.) Previous 3 hours Kp index fewer than 3 for mid latitude paths, fewer
than 2 for high latitude paths, 0 for several days consecutively is best.
6.) Energetic protons no greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
7.) Background x-ray flux levels greater than B1 for several days
consecutively, greater than C1 best.
8.) No current STRATWARM alert.
9.) Interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz with a (positive number) sign,
indicates a lesser chance of high latitude path aurora
absorption/unpredictable refraction or scattering of medium frequency RF
signals, when the Kp is above 3.
10.) A -10 or better towards a positive number Dst index during the recovery
time after a geomagnetic storm, as related to the equatorial ring current. A
positive number is best.
Standard Disclaimer-
Note! I use error prone RAW public domain data from the NOAA Space
Environment Center, other U.S. government entities and educational
institutions, to produce this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast. This data is gathered and made public by the U.S. Government using
taxpayer $$$ (including mine).
However this daily HF propagation forecast that I produce from the RAW
public domain data is my personal intellectual property. Therefore this
daily HF radio wave propagation forecast contained herein is copyrighted ©
1988-2018 by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Also HF radio wave propagation forecasting is still an inexact
science and therefore also an art. The forecasts are not official but for
educational and hobby related purposes only and are subject to human error
and acts of God, therefore no guarantee or warranty implied.
world.
Welcome to my “not for profit” daily W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation
Forecast.
It’s the only daily global HF radio wave propagation forecast produced on
the planet.
I'm a retired heliophysicist, terrestrial meteorologist/climatologist,
physical oceanographer and one of the few on the planet with advanced
education and forecast experience in all disciplines. In terrestrial weather
forecasting I
have 45 years of experience and in solar, space and geomagnetic weather
forecasting 34 years.
Created and disseminated by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM in Lakeland, FL, USA ©
1988-2018.
If you find this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast useful to your
hamateur and SWL radio activities, feel free to drop me a line and let me
know that at
thomasfgiella@gmail.com
I enjoy hearing from likeminded fellow radio enthusiasts.
Hams and SWLs that are interested in solar, space & geomagnetic weather as
well as radio wave propagation are a special group of people interested in
broadening their knowledge in science.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Supporting images associated with this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast can be found in my Facebook account at
https://www.facebook.com/thomasfranklingiellaw4hm
and in my Twitter account at
https://twitter.com/GiellaW4hm
Last but not least here is my new HF radio wave propagation web page where
you can sign up to receive this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast via
email. https://groups.io/g/w4hmradiowavepropagationforecast but without
supporting images.
It's a NO SPAM voluntary "opt" in email type group hosted by Groups.io, so
you have to sign up by using an existing email address and creating a
password.
W4HM Solar Cycle 24 Update and Solar Cycle 25 Forecast- Short and to the
point.
Solar minimum may begin later this year and may last longer than any
previous solar cycle in the 20th century. When solar cycle 25 finally gets
underway it could be the weakest since the middle of the 19th century.
Another Dalton type lesser grand solar minimum may occur with a
corresponding cooling of earth’s climate. This would negate anthropogenic
climate change if it were occurring which it isn’t.
On February 1, 2008 I forecasted that solar cycle 24 would be the smallest
solar cycle in the past 100 years. That forecast verified. I also forecasted
that solar cycle 25 would be almost non nonexistent.
#217 Issued Monday August 6, 2018 at 1415 UTC
Important Solar, Space & Geomagnetic Weather Indices-
Solar activity was very low.
The daily solar flux index numbers (DSFI) were 68.9 69.2 68.7
There had been 1 day with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index number (DSFI)
lower than 70.
There had been 3 consecutive days with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index
number (DSFI) of 70 or higher.
The official daily sunspot number (DSSN) was 0.
There had been 4 consecutive days with an official daily sunspot number
(DSSN) of 0.
In 2018 there had been 125 days with an official daily sunspot number (DSSN)
of 0.
The 24 hour period 3 hour interval planetary K index (Kp) had been at a
quiet geomagnetic condition of 1 1 1 2 1 1 0 1.
The 24 hour period maximum and minimum solar wind speed ranged between 356 &
299 km/s.
Global Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast-
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 6, 2018- steady then
minor deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 7, 2018- minor to
moderate deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 8, 2018- moderate to
minor deterioration.
Northern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9 +1 to 9 at night and S1-3
at day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+ 1 to 9 at night and
S4-7 at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S0 at
night and S3-4 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in the summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the northern hemisphere summer season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes later due to more sun light illuminating the ionosphere than in
the southern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is lower
than in the southern hemisphere as heating in the F2 layer of the ionosphere
is higher and the layer less concentrated.
Almost daily during the northern hemisphere summer season you will find that
the 25600- 26100 kHz and 28000-30000 kHz frequency ranges will open via
short north-south and east-west propagation paths via sporadic E (Es). Also
when multiple sporadic E (Es) clouds form and line up favorably much longer
propagation paths open up on east-west paths. And last but not least
north-south propagation paths occur across the equator via trans equatorial
propagation (TEP).
Southern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9+10 at night and S3-5 at
day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+15 at night and S4-7
at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S1-3 at
night and S5-8 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the southern hemisphere winter season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes sooner due to less sun light illuminating the ionosphere than
in the northern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is higher
than in the northern hemisphere as the F2 layer of the ionosphere is lower
in height and more concentrated.
This HF Radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the SIGINT_CAP
HF radio wave propagation prediction software. I wrote it beginning in the
late 1980’s but I’m sorry to say that it can’t be distributed to the general
public. It does outperform VOA CAP.
And though this HF radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the
SIGINT_CAP software, I do check the actual band conditions at my location in
the USA and tweak the forecast manually where and when necessary.
I also check global HF radio wave propagation conditions via remoted radio
receivers on every continent of the globe and tweak the forecast manually if
and when necessary.
And last but not least I look at ionsonde stations on every continent of the
globe.
The hamateur radio JT65A mode RF signal levels received are based on 5 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio PSK31 mode RF signal levels received are based on 25
watts and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio CW mode RF signal levels received are based on 50 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio SSB RF mode signal levels received are based on 100 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The HF shortwave broadcast band AM Mode RF signal levels are based on
100,000 watts (100 kw) and a typical high gain VOA type curtain array
antenna.
Please keep in mind that this is a relatively simplified HF radio wave
propagation forecast, so as to keep it easily understandable and applicable
by the average radio enthusiast.
Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are most evenly balanced
during the fall and spring equinoxes and most diametrically opposed during
the summer and winter solstices.
Conditions change daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and by decade, as the
sun rises and sets at different times and at different angles from the
ecliptic, as well as by radio wave frequency. This is due to changes in the
maximum usable frequency (MUF), lowest usable frequency (LUF) and F layer
critical frequency (FoF2). Also by propagation path.
The D and E layers also come into play through RF radio wave signal
absorption and refraction. And then there is sporadic E (Es) radio wave
propagation that can really throw a wrench into the gears so to speak.
Things like sporadic E (Es) radio wave propagation and lightning storm
static can impact HF radio wave propagation in an unpredictable manner and
mostly bad.
Ongoing solar, space and geomagnetic weather goings on also impact HF radio
wave propagation conditions in a negative manner.
Lower high frequency (80-30 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner not so much by variations in the maximum usable frequency
(MUF) along a particular propagation path and time but rather due to
geomagnetic elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms (Kp-5 &
greater) that increase signal absorption via the E layer (the altitude of
the radio aurora). Also increases in the lowest usable frequency (LUF) via D
layer RF signal absorption due to hard x-rays, galactic cosmic waves,
elevated background solar flux levels greater than B0 and energetic proton
flux levels at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
Higher frequency (20-10 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner by variations in the maximum usable frequency (MUF) along a
particular propagation path and time due to the current sunspot number and
also due to elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms of Kp-5 &
greater. Also D layer RF signal absorption due to elevated (greater than B0)
background solar flux levels. Also to a lesser extent elevated proton flux
at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
GENERAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING CORRELATION OF PROPAGATION INDICES TO ACTUAL
HF PROPAGATION CONDITIONS-
NOTE!!! The propagation indices "interpretations" are my personal
intellectual property. Therefore the radio wave propagation indices
interpretations contained herein is copyrighted © 1988-2018 by Thomas F.
Giella, W4HM, all rights reserved. Reproduction of information herein is
allowed without permission in advance as long as proper credit is given.
All 14 of the following indices have to occur as described below in order to
see the best global high frequency radio wave propagation possible,
something that happens rarely.
1.) Dropping geomagnetic field indices numbers are better, Kp of 0 best.
2.) A daily sunspot number of 150 or higher, 200 or higher best.
3.) A daily sunspot number of greater than 100 for routine stable formation
of the E Valley/F Layer ducting mechanism.
4.) Previous 24 hour Ap index under 10, fewer than 7 for several days
consecutively are best.
5.) Previous 3 hours Kp index fewer than 3 for mid latitude paths, fewer
than 2 for high latitude paths, 0 for several days consecutively is best.
6.) Energetic protons no greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
7.) Background x-ray flux levels greater than B1 for several days
consecutively, greater than C1 best.
8.) No current STRATWARM alert.
9.) Interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz with a (positive number) sign,
indicates a lesser chance of high latitude path aurora
absorption/unpredictable refraction or scattering of medium frequency RF
signals, when the Kp is above 3.
10.) A -10 or better towards a positive number Dst index during the recovery
time after a geomagnetic storm, as related to the equatorial ring current. A
positive number is best.
Standard Disclaimer-
Note! I use error prone RAW public domain data from the NOAA Space
Environment Center, other U.S. government entities and educational
institutions, to produce this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast. This data is gathered and made public by the U.S. Government using
taxpayer $$$ (including mine).
However this daily HF propagation forecast that I produce from the RAW
public domain data is my personal intellectual property. Therefore this
daily HF radio wave propagation forecast contained herein is copyrighted ©
1988-2018 by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Also HF radio wave propagation forecasting is still an inexact
science and therefore also an art. The forecasts are not official but for
educational and hobby related purposes only and are subject to human error
and acts of God, therefore no guarantee or warranty implied.
Ascolto Obiettivo DX del 5 agosto
11955 5/8 904 AWR Europe, Nauen Px "Obiettivo DX" It 45544
73 da N. Marabello
QTH Messina, Sicilia (IT)
RX: SANYO M-1750K
Ant.: esterna VHF orizzontale 065°
73 da N. Marabello
QTH Messina, Sicilia (IT)
RX: SANYO M-1750K
Ant.: esterna VHF orizzontale 065°
SWLDXBulgaria News, August 5-6
ETHIOPIA Weak/fair signal on Radio Ethiopia on August 5
1200-1300 on 7234.5 GDR 100 kW / non-dir to EaAf Somali:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/weakfair-signal-on-radio-ethiopia-in.html
FRANCE(non) BRB VOIndependent Oromiya & VOAmara Radio via TDF Issoudun on August 5:
BRB Voice of Independent Oromiya
1600-1630 on 17850 ISS 250 kW / 130 deg to EaAf Afan Oromo Sun, fair signal, with QRM
at same time 17855 NOB 200 kW / 290 deg to ENAm Spanish Radio Exterior de España REE:
BRB Voice of Amara Radio via TDF Issoudun, August 5
1700-1758 on 15360 ISS 250 kW / 120 deg to EaAf Amharic Wed/Sat-Mon, very good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/voindependent-oromiya-voamara-radio-via.html
FRANCE(non) Radio Taiwan International via damaged tx Issoudun, August 5
1900-2000 on 13835 ISS 500 kW / 185 deg to NWAf French Sun, buzzing audio:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/radio-taiwan-international-via-damaged.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of Voice of Oromo Liberation via MBR Nauen, August 5
1700-1730 on 15420 NAU 100 kW / 144 deg to EaAf Oromo Wed/Fri/Sun, very good:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-voice-of-oromo-liberation_5.html
GUAM New unscheduled broadcast of KTWR Trans World Radio Asia, August 5
0935-0957 on 11995 TWR 100 kW / 165 deg to AUS English Sun, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/new-unscheduled-broadcast-of-ktwr-trans.html
PALAU Reception of World Harvest Radio Int T8WH Angel 5 & T8WH Angel 4 on August 5:
1200-1430 on 9965 HBN 100 kW / 345 deg to NEAs English Daily T8WH Angel 5, fair/good
1430-1600 on 9930 HBN 100 kW / 270 deg to SEAs English Sa/Su T8WH Angel 4, weak/fair
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/world-harvest-radio-int-t8wh-angel-5.html
PHILIPPINES Reception of FEBC Radio Teos in Ukrainian on August 5
1530-1600 on 11650 BOC 100 kW / 323 deg to CeAs Ukrainian Sun, good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-febc-radio-teos-in.html
ROMANIA New schedule of tx Săftica, due to Țigănești tx#1 is temporarily off air
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/new-schedule-of-tx-saftica-due-to.html
SAO TOME(non) Additional broadcast of VOA to Zimbabwe on August 5:
1200-1500 on 17820 SAO 100 kW / 138 deg to SoAf English, good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/additional-broadcast-of-voa-to-zimbabwe.html
SECRETLAND(non) Reception of From the Isle of Music via Secretbrod, August 5
1500-1600 on 9400 SCB 100 kW / 030 deg to EaEu English/Spanish Sun, fair/good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-from-isle-of-music-via.html
SPAIN Reception of Radio Exterior de España on 3 of 4 frequencies, August 5
1355-1400 dead air, instead of REE Interval Signal and frequency announcement
1400-1800 on 15520 NOB 200 kW / 110 deg to N/ME Spanish Sat/Sun, very good
1400-1800 on 17715 NOB 200 kW / 230 deg to SoAm Spanish Sat/Sun, weak/fair
1400-1800 on 17855 NOB 200 kW / 290 deg to ENAm Spanish Sat/Sun, fair/good
1400-1800 on 21620 NOB 200 kW / 161 deg to WCAf Spanish Sat/Sun, no signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-exterior-de-espana.html
TAJIKISTAN Fair signal of Voice of Tajik on August 5:
1300-1400 on 7245 DB 100 kW / non-dir to CeAs English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fair-signal-of-voice-of-tajik-on-august.html
TANZANIA Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation - ZBC in English on August 5
1800-1810 on 11735 DOL 050 kW / non-dir to CeAf English, very good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/zanzibar-broadcasting-corporation-zbc.html
UZBEKISTAN(non) BVB & Radio Free North Korea on 15640 kHz Tashkent, August 5
1130-1200 on 15640 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to EaAs English Sun, very good signal
1200-1201 on 15640 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to EaAs Korean Radio Free North Korea
from 1201 on 15630 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to EaAs Korean RFNK as scheduled A-18
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/bvb-radio-free-north-korea-on-15640-khz.html
USA Fair signal of test transmission WTWW-3, August 5:
from 1400 on 15810 TWW 100 kW / 040 deg to ENAm English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fair-signal-of-test-transmission-wtww-3.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
1200-1300 on 7234.5 GDR 100 kW / non-dir to EaAf Somali:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/weakfair-signal-on-radio-ethiopia-in.html
FRANCE(non) BRB VOIndependent Oromiya & VOAmara Radio via TDF Issoudun on August 5:
BRB Voice of Independent Oromiya
1600-1630 on 17850 ISS 250 kW / 130 deg to EaAf Afan Oromo Sun, fair signal, with QRM
at same time 17855 NOB 200 kW / 290 deg to ENAm Spanish Radio Exterior de España REE:
BRB Voice of Amara Radio via TDF Issoudun, August 5
1700-1758 on 15360 ISS 250 kW / 120 deg to EaAf Amharic Wed/Sat-Mon, very good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/voindependent-oromiya-voamara-radio-via.html
FRANCE(non) Radio Taiwan International via damaged tx Issoudun, August 5
1900-2000 on 13835 ISS 500 kW / 185 deg to NWAf French Sun, buzzing audio:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/radio-taiwan-international-via-damaged.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of Voice of Oromo Liberation via MBR Nauen, August 5
1700-1730 on 15420 NAU 100 kW / 144 deg to EaAf Oromo Wed/Fri/Sun, very good:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-voice-of-oromo-liberation_5.html
GUAM New unscheduled broadcast of KTWR Trans World Radio Asia, August 5
0935-0957 on 11995 TWR 100 kW / 165 deg to AUS English Sun, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/new-unscheduled-broadcast-of-ktwr-trans.html
PALAU Reception of World Harvest Radio Int T8WH Angel 5 & T8WH Angel 4 on August 5:
1200-1430 on 9965 HBN 100 kW / 345 deg to NEAs English Daily T8WH Angel 5, fair/good
1430-1600 on 9930 HBN 100 kW / 270 deg to SEAs English Sa/Su T8WH Angel 4, weak/fair
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/world-harvest-radio-int-t8wh-angel-5.html
PHILIPPINES Reception of FEBC Radio Teos in Ukrainian on August 5
1530-1600 on 11650 BOC 100 kW / 323 deg to CeAs Ukrainian Sun, good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-febc-radio-teos-in.html
ROMANIA New schedule of tx Săftica, due to Țigănești tx#1 is temporarily off air
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/new-schedule-of-tx-saftica-due-to.html
SAO TOME(non) Additional broadcast of VOA to Zimbabwe on August 5:
1200-1500 on 17820 SAO 100 kW / 138 deg to SoAf English, good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/additional-broadcast-of-voa-to-zimbabwe.html
SECRETLAND(non) Reception of From the Isle of Music via Secretbrod, August 5
1500-1600 on 9400 SCB 100 kW / 030 deg to EaEu English/Spanish Sun, fair/good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-from-isle-of-music-via.html
SPAIN Reception of Radio Exterior de España on 3 of 4 frequencies, August 5
1355-1400 dead air, instead of REE Interval Signal and frequency announcement
1400-1800 on 15520 NOB 200 kW / 110 deg to N/ME Spanish Sat/Sun, very good
1400-1800 on 17715 NOB 200 kW / 230 deg to SoAm Spanish Sat/Sun, weak/fair
1400-1800 on 17855 NOB 200 kW / 290 deg to ENAm Spanish Sat/Sun, fair/good
1400-1800 on 21620 NOB 200 kW / 161 deg to WCAf Spanish Sat/Sun, no signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-exterior-de-espana.html
TAJIKISTAN Fair signal of Voice of Tajik on August 5:
1300-1400 on 7245 DB 100 kW / non-dir to CeAs English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fair-signal-of-voice-of-tajik-on-august.html
TANZANIA Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation - ZBC in English on August 5
1800-1810 on 11735 DOL 050 kW / non-dir to CeAf English, very good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/zanzibar-broadcasting-corporation-zbc.html
UZBEKISTAN(non) BVB & Radio Free North Korea on 15640 kHz Tashkent, August 5
1130-1200 on 15640 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to EaAs English Sun, very good signal
1200-1201 on 15640 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to EaAs Korean Radio Free North Korea
from 1201 on 15630 TAC 100 kW / 076 deg to EaAs Korean RFNK as scheduled A-18
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/bvb-radio-free-north-korea-on-15640-khz.html
USA Fair signal of test transmission WTWW-3, August 5:
from 1400 on 15810 TWW 100 kW / 040 deg to ENAm English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fair-signal-of-test-transmission-wtww-3.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
Agenda DX 06/08/2018
ANNIVERSARIO EMITTENTI
Radio Guaira, Paraguay 840 Khz (1950)
Emisora Rufino, Argentina 1520 Khz (1973)
KLIZ, Minnesota 1380 Khz (1946)
Radio Cultural, Guatemala 3300 Khz (1950)
NHK, Tokyo (1926)
Radio Guaira, Paraguay 840 Khz (1950)
Emisora Rufino, Argentina 1520 Khz (1973)
KLIZ, Minnesota 1380 Khz (1946)
Radio Cultural, Guatemala 3300 Khz (1950)
NHK, Tokyo (1926)
domenica 5 agosto 2018
W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast #2018-216
Greetings to my fellow hamateur radio and SWL radio enthusiasts around the
world.
Welcome to my “not for profit” daily W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation
Forecast.
It’s the only daily global HF radio wave propagation forecast produced on
the planet.
I"m a retired heliophysicist, terrestrial meteorologist/climatologist,
physical oceanographer and one of the few on the planet with advanced
education and forecast experience in all disciplines. In terrestrial weather
forecasting I
have 45 years of experience and in solar, space and geomagnetic weather
forecasting 34 years.
Created and disseminated by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM in Lakeland, FL, USA ©
1988-2018.
If you find this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast useful to your
hamateur and SWL radio activities, feel free to drop me a line and let me
know that at
thomasfgiella@gmail.com
I enjoy hearing from likeminded fellow radio enthusiasts.
Hams and SWLs that are interested in solar, space & geomagnetic weather as
well as radio wave propagation are a special group of people interested in
broadening their knowledge in science.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
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forecast can be found in my Facebook account at
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and in my Twitter account at
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Last but not least here is my new HF radio wave propagation web page where
you can sign up to receive this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast via
email. https://groups.io/g/w4hmradiowavepropagationforecast but without
supporting images.
It"s a NO SPAM voluntary "opt" in email type group hosted by Groups.io, so
you have to sign up by using an existing email address and creating a
password.
W4HM Solar Cycle 24 Update and Solar Cycle 25 Forecast- Short and to the
point.
Solar minimum may begin later this year and may last longer than any
previous solar cycle in the 20th century. When solar cycle 25 finally gets
underway it could be the weakest since the middle of the 19th century.
Another Dalton type lesser grand solar minimum may occur with a
corresponding cooling of earth’s climate. This would negate anthropogenic
climate change if it were occurring which it isn’t.
On February 1, 2008 I forecasted that solar cycle 24 would be the smallest
solar cycle in the past 100 years. That forecast verified. I also forecasted
that solar cycle 25 would be almost non nonexistent.
#216 Issued Sunday August 5, 2018 at 1415 UTC
Important Solar, Space & Geomagnetic Weather Indices-
Solar activity was very low.
The daily solar flux index numbers (DSFI) were 70.3 70.2 69.6
There had been 3 consecutive days with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index
number (DSFI) of 70 or higher.
The official daily sunspot number (DSSN) was 0.
There had been 3 consecutive days with an official daily sunspot number
(DSSN) of 0.
In 2018 there had been 124 days with an official daily sunspot number (DSSN)
of 0.
The 24 hour period 3 hour interval planetary K index (Kp) had been at a
quiet geomagnetic condition of 2 2 1 1 0 0 0 1.
The 24 hour period maximum and minimum solar wind speed ranged between 358 &
325 km/s.
Global Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast-
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 5, 2018- steady.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 6, 2018- steady then
minor deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 7, 2018- minor to
moderate deterioration.
Northern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9 +1 to 9 at night and S1-3
at day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+ 1 to 9 at night and
S4-7 at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S0 at
night and S3-4 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in the summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the northern hemisphere summer season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes later due to more sun light illuminating the ionosphere than in
the southern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is lower
than in the southern hemisphere as heating in the F2 layer of the ionosphere
is higher and the layer less concentrated.
Almost daily during the northern hemisphere summer season you will find that
the 25600- 26100 kHz and 28000-30000 kHz frequency ranges will open via
short north-south and east-west propagation paths via sporadic E (Es). Also
when multiple sporadic E (Es) clouds form and line up favorably much longer
propagation paths open up on east-west paths. And last but not least
north-south propagation paths occur across the equator via trans equatorial
propagation (TEP).
Southern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9+10 at night and S3-5 at
day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+15 at night and S4-7
at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S1-3 at
night and S5-8 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the southern hemisphere winter season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes sooner due to less sun light illuminating the ionosphere than
in the northern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is higher
than in the northern hemisphere as the F2 layer of the ionosphere is lower
in height and more concentrated.
This HF Radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the SIGINT_CAP
HF radio wave propagation prediction software. I wrote it beginning in the
late 1980’s but I’m sorry to say that it can’t be distributed to the general
public. It does outperform VOA CAP.
And though this HF radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the
SIGINT_CAP software, I do check the actual band conditions at my location in
the USA and tweak the forecast manually where and when necessary.
I also check global HF radio wave propagation conditions via remoted radio
receivers on every continent of the globe and tweak the forecast manually if
and when necessary.
And last but not least I look at ionsonde stations on every continent of the
globe.
The hamateur radio JT65A mode RF signal levels received are based on 5 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio PSK31 mode RF signal levels received are based on 25
watts and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio CW mode RF signal levels received are based on 50 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio SSB RF mode signal levels received are based on 100 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The HF shortwave broadcast band AM Mode RF signal levels are based on
100,000 watts (100 kw) and a typical high gain VOA type curtain array
antenna.
Please keep in mind that this is a relatively simplified HF radio wave
propagation forecast, so as to keep it easily understandable and applicable
by the average radio enthusiast.
Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are most evenly balanced
during the fall and spring equinoxes and most diametrically opposed during
the summer and winter solstices.
Conditions change daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and by decade, as the
sun rises and sets at different times and at different angles from the
ecliptic, as well as by radio wave frequency. This is due to changes in the
maximum usable frequency (MUF), lowest usable frequency (LUF) and F layer
critical frequency (FoF2). Also by propagation path.
The D and E layers also come into play through RF radio wave signal
absorption and refraction. And then there is sporadic E (Es) radio wave
propagation that can really throw a wrench into the gears so to speak.
Things like sporadic E (Es) radio wave propagation and lightning storm
static can impact HF radio wave propagation in an unpredictable manner and
mostly bad.
Ongoing solar, space and geomagnetic weather goings on also impact HF radio
wave propagation conditions in a negative manner.
Lower high frequency (80-30 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner not so much by variations in the maximum usable frequency
(MUF) along a particular propagation path and time but rather due to
geomagnetic elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms (Kp-5 &
greater) that increase signal absorption via the E layer (the altitude of
the radio aurora). Also increases in the lowest usable frequency (LUF) via D
layer RF signal absorption due to hard x-rays, galactic cosmic waves,
elevated background solar flux levels greater than B0 and energetic proton
flux levels at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
Higher frequency (20-10 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner by variations in the maximum usable frequency (MUF) along a
particular propagation path and time due to the current sunspot number and
also due to elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms of Kp-5 &
greater. Also D layer RF signal absorption due to elevated (greater than B0)
background solar flux levels. Also to a lesser extent elevated proton flux
at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
GENERAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING CORRELATION OF PROPAGATION INDICES TO ACTUAL
HF PROPAGATION CONDITIONS-
NOTE!!! The propagation indices "interpretations" are my personal
intellectual property. Therefore the radio wave propagation indices
interpretations contained herein is copyrighted © 1988-2018 by Thomas F.
Giella, W4HM, all rights reserved. Reproduction of information herein is
allowed without permission in advance as long as proper credit is given.
All 14 of the following indices have to occur as described below in order to
see the best global high frequency radio wave propagation possible,
something that happens rarely.
1.) Dropping geomagnetic field indices numbers are better, Kp of 0 best.
2.) A daily sunspot number of 150 or higher, 200 or higher best.
3.) A daily sunspot number of greater than 100 for routine stable formation
of the E Valley/F Layer ducting mechanism.
4.) Previous 24 hour Ap index under 10, fewer than 7 for several days
consecutively are best.
5.) Previous 3 hours Kp index fewer than 3 for mid latitude paths, fewer
than 2 for high latitude paths, 0 for several days consecutively is best.
6.) Energetic protons no greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
7.) Background x-ray flux levels greater than B1 for several days
consecutively, greater than C1 best.
8.) No current STRATWARM alert.
9.) Interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz with a (positive number) sign,
indicates a lesser chance of high latitude path aurora
absorption/unpredictable refraction or scattering of medium frequency RF
signals, when the Kp is above 3.
10.) A -10 or better towards a positive number Dst index during the recovery
time after a geomagnetic storm, as related to the equatorial ring current. A
positive number is best.
Standard Disclaimer-
Note! I use error prone RAW public domain data from the NOAA Space
Environment Center, other U.S. government entities and educational
institutions, to produce this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast. This data is gathered and made public by the U.S. Government using
taxpayer $$$ (including mine).
However this daily HF propagation forecast that I produce from the RAW
public domain data is my personal intellectual property. Therefore this
daily HF radio wave propagation forecast contained herein is copyrighted ©
1988-2018 by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Also HF radio wave propagation forecasting is still an inexact
science and therefore also an art. The forecasts are not official but for
educational and hobby related purposes only and are subject to human error
and acts of God, therefore no guarantee or warranty implied.
world.
Welcome to my “not for profit” daily W4HM Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation
Forecast.
It’s the only daily global HF radio wave propagation forecast produced on
the planet.
I"m a retired heliophysicist, terrestrial meteorologist/climatologist,
physical oceanographer and one of the few on the planet with advanced
education and forecast experience in all disciplines. In terrestrial weather
forecasting I
have 45 years of experience and in solar, space and geomagnetic weather
forecasting 34 years.
Created and disseminated by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM in Lakeland, FL, USA ©
1988-2018.
If you find this daily HF radio wave propagation forecast useful to your
hamateur and SWL radio activities, feel free to drop me a line and let me
know that at
thomasfgiella@gmail.com
I enjoy hearing from likeminded fellow radio enthusiasts.
Hams and SWLs that are interested in solar, space & geomagnetic weather as
well as radio wave propagation are a special group of people interested in
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W4HM Solar Cycle 24 Update and Solar Cycle 25 Forecast- Short and to the
point.
Solar minimum may begin later this year and may last longer than any
previous solar cycle in the 20th century. When solar cycle 25 finally gets
underway it could be the weakest since the middle of the 19th century.
Another Dalton type lesser grand solar minimum may occur with a
corresponding cooling of earth’s climate. This would negate anthropogenic
climate change if it were occurring which it isn’t.
On February 1, 2008 I forecasted that solar cycle 24 would be the smallest
solar cycle in the past 100 years. That forecast verified. I also forecasted
that solar cycle 25 would be almost non nonexistent.
#216 Issued Sunday August 5, 2018 at 1415 UTC
Important Solar, Space & Geomagnetic Weather Indices-
Solar activity was very low.
The daily solar flux index numbers (DSFI) were 70.3 70.2 69.6
There had been 3 consecutive days with a 2000 UTC daily solar flux index
number (DSFI) of 70 or higher.
The official daily sunspot number (DSSN) was 0.
There had been 3 consecutive days with an official daily sunspot number
(DSSN) of 0.
In 2018 there had been 124 days with an official daily sunspot number (DSSN)
of 0.
The 24 hour period 3 hour interval planetary K index (Kp) had been at a
quiet geomagnetic condition of 2 2 1 1 0 0 0 1.
The 24 hour period maximum and minimum solar wind speed ranged between 358 &
325 km/s.
Global Daily HF Radio Wave Propagation Forecast-
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 5, 2018- steady.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 6, 2018- steady then
minor deterioration.
HF radio wave propagation condition “trend” on Aug 7, 2018- minor to
moderate deterioration.
Northern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9 +1 to 9 at night and S1-3
at day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+ 1 to 9 at night and
S4-7 at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S0 at
night and S3-4 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in the summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the northern hemisphere summer season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes later due to more sun light illuminating the ionosphere than in
the southern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is lower
than in the southern hemisphere as heating in the F2 layer of the ionosphere
is higher and the layer less concentrated.
Almost daily during the northern hemisphere summer season you will find that
the 25600- 26100 kHz and 28000-30000 kHz frequency ranges will open via
short north-south and east-west propagation paths via sporadic E (Es). Also
when multiple sporadic E (Es) clouds form and line up favorably much longer
propagation paths open up on east-west paths. And last but not least
north-south propagation paths occur across the equator via trans equatorial
propagation (TEP).
Southern Hemisphere Radio Wave Propagation Forecast g-
3150-3400, 3500-4100, 4750-5050, 5700-6300 kHz- S9+10 at night and S3-5 at
day,
6900-7800, 9200-9995, 10000-10150, 11500-12200 kHz- S9+15 at night and S4-7
at day,
13570-13850, 14000-14350, 15005-15900, 17450-17950, 18068-18168 kHz- S1-3 at
night and S5-8 at day,
21000-21850 kHz- S0 at night and S1-2 at day,
24890-24990, 25600-26100 kHz- S0 at night and S1 at day,
28000-29700 kHz- S0 at night and S0 at day.
We are now firmly in summer/winter solstice type of HF radio wave
propagation conditions. Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are
most unbalanced across the equator during this time period.
During the southern hemisphere winter season the 14000- 30000 kHz frequency
range closes sooner due to less sun light illuminating the ionosphere than
in the northern hemisphere. But the maximum usable frequency (MUF) is higher
than in the northern hemisphere as the F2 layer of the ionosphere is lower
in height and more concentrated.
This HF Radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the SIGINT_CAP
HF radio wave propagation prediction software. I wrote it beginning in the
late 1980’s but I’m sorry to say that it can’t be distributed to the general
public. It does outperform VOA CAP.
And though this HF radio wave propagation forecast is produced based on the
SIGINT_CAP software, I do check the actual band conditions at my location in
the USA and tweak the forecast manually where and when necessary.
I also check global HF radio wave propagation conditions via remoted radio
receivers on every continent of the globe and tweak the forecast manually if
and when necessary.
And last but not least I look at ionsonde stations on every continent of the
globe.
The hamateur radio JT65A mode RF signal levels received are based on 5 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio PSK31 mode RF signal levels received are based on 25
watts and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio CW mode RF signal levels received are based on 50 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The hamateur radio SSB RF mode signal levels received are based on 100 watts
and ½ wave dipole up at 40 feet.
The HF shortwave broadcast band AM Mode RF signal levels are based on
100,000 watts (100 kw) and a typical high gain VOA type curtain array
antenna.
Please keep in mind that this is a relatively simplified HF radio wave
propagation forecast, so as to keep it easily understandable and applicable
by the average radio enthusiast.
Globally HF radio wave propagation conditions are most evenly balanced
during the fall and spring equinoxes and most diametrically opposed during
the summer and winter solstices.
Conditions change daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and by decade, as the
sun rises and sets at different times and at different angles from the
ecliptic, as well as by radio wave frequency. This is due to changes in the
maximum usable frequency (MUF), lowest usable frequency (LUF) and F layer
critical frequency (FoF2). Also by propagation path.
The D and E layers also come into play through RF radio wave signal
absorption and refraction. And then there is sporadic E (Es) radio wave
propagation that can really throw a wrench into the gears so to speak.
Things like sporadic E (Es) radio wave propagation and lightning storm
static can impact HF radio wave propagation in an unpredictable manner and
mostly bad.
Ongoing solar, space and geomagnetic weather goings on also impact HF radio
wave propagation conditions in a negative manner.
Lower high frequency (80-30 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner not so much by variations in the maximum usable frequency
(MUF) along a particular propagation path and time but rather due to
geomagnetic elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms (Kp-5 &
greater) that increase signal absorption via the E layer (the altitude of
the radio aurora). Also increases in the lowest usable frequency (LUF) via D
layer RF signal absorption due to hard x-rays, galactic cosmic waves,
elevated background solar flux levels greater than B0 and energetic proton
flux levels at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
Higher frequency (20-10 meters) propagation conditions are impacted in a
negative manner by variations in the maximum usable frequency (MUF) along a
particular propagation path and time due to the current sunspot number and
also due to elevated geomagnetic conditions (Kp-3-4), storms of Kp-5 &
greater. Also D layer RF signal absorption due to elevated (greater than B0)
background solar flux levels. Also to a lesser extent elevated proton flux
at energies greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
GENERAL GUIDELINES CONCERNING CORRELATION OF PROPAGATION INDICES TO ACTUAL
HF PROPAGATION CONDITIONS-
NOTE!!! The propagation indices "interpretations" are my personal
intellectual property. Therefore the radio wave propagation indices
interpretations contained herein is copyrighted © 1988-2018 by Thomas F.
Giella, W4HM, all rights reserved. Reproduction of information herein is
allowed without permission in advance as long as proper credit is given.
All 14 of the following indices have to occur as described below in order to
see the best global high frequency radio wave propagation possible,
something that happens rarely.
1.) Dropping geomagnetic field indices numbers are better, Kp of 0 best.
2.) A daily sunspot number of 150 or higher, 200 or higher best.
3.) A daily sunspot number of greater than 100 for routine stable formation
of the E Valley/F Layer ducting mechanism.
4.) Previous 24 hour Ap index under 10, fewer than 7 for several days
consecutively are best.
5.) Previous 3 hours Kp index fewer than 3 for mid latitude paths, fewer
than 2 for high latitude paths, 0 for several days consecutively is best.
6.) Energetic protons no greater than 10 MeV (10+0).
7.) Background x-ray flux levels greater than B1 for several days
consecutively, greater than C1 best.
8.) No current STRATWARM alert.
9.) Interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz with a (positive number) sign,
indicates a lesser chance of high latitude path aurora
absorption/unpredictable refraction or scattering of medium frequency RF
signals, when the Kp is above 3.
10.) A -10 or better towards a positive number Dst index during the recovery
time after a geomagnetic storm, as related to the equatorial ring current. A
positive number is best.
Standard Disclaimer-
Note! I use error prone RAW public domain data from the NOAA Space
Environment Center, other U.S. government entities and educational
institutions, to produce this daily HF radio wave propagation
forecast. This data is gathered and made public by the U.S. Government using
taxpayer $$$ (including mine).
However this daily HF propagation forecast that I produce from the RAW
public domain data is my personal intellectual property. Therefore this
daily HF radio wave propagation forecast contained herein is copyrighted ©
1988-2018 by Thomas F. Giella, W4HM.
Feel free without prior permission to redistribute this daily HF radio wave
propagation forecast, as long as you redistribute it in its entirety and
give me credit for it.
Also HF radio wave propagation forecasting is still an inexact
science and therefore also an art. The forecasts are not official but for
educational and hobby related purposes only and are subject to human error
and acts of God, therefore no guarantee or warranty implied.
Stations heard in Friol last Friday, Saturday and Sunday
ANGOLA, 4949.75, Radio Nacional de Angola, Mulenvos, 1931-1950, 03-08, Portuguese, sport comments, id. “Nacional”. 25232.
ARMENIA, 4810, Armenian Public Radio, Gavar/Yerevan, 1829-1840, 03-08, Arabic, comments. 25322.
AUSTRIA, 7330, Radio Joystick, The Charlie Prince Show, *1000-1059*, 05-08, pop songs, German, comments. 45444.
BAHREIN, 9745, Radio Bahrein, Abu Hayan, 1631-1650, 03-08, Arabic songs. 14321.
BOLIVIA, 5952.4, Radio Pio XII, Siglo XX, 2345-2356, 03-08, Spanish, comments. 14321.
BRAZIL
4875.2, Radiodifusora Roraima, Boavista, 2135-2150, 03-08, Portuguese, comments. 15321.
4885, Radio Clube do Pará, Belém, 2115-2133, 03-08, Portuguese, comments. 13221.
Also 0457-040, 05-08, 05-08, Brazilian songs, program “Clube da Madrugada”. 15321.
4985, Radio Brasil Central, Goiania, 2130-2146, 03-08, Brazilian songs. 15321.
9515, Radio Marumby, Curitiba, 2020-2026, 03-08, Portuguese, religious comments. 13221.
11735, Radio Transmundial, Santa María, 1419-1433, 04-08, “Bom dia RTM”, “Transmundial, para todo o mundo ouvir”. The program “Bom dia RTM” is on air from Monday to Saturday between 0930 to 1455 UTC. 25433.
11780, Radio Nacional da Amazonia, Brasilia, 2000-2015, 03-08, “Nacional informa”, news, id. “Radio Nacional da Amazonia”, “A partir de agora Nossa Terra”. 25322.
Also 2010-2030, 04.08, soccer, live matches. 35433.
11815, Radio Brasil Central, Goiania, 0925-1015, 05-08, Brazilian songs, comments, id. “Brasil Central, Goiania 6 horas 30 minutos”, at 1001 program “Goiás Caboclo”. 15321.
11895.1, Radio Boa Vontade, Porto Alegre, 2015-2028, 03-08, religious comments. 14321.
11834.9, Radio Evangelizar, Curitiba, 2018-2025, 03-08, religious comments. 13321.
CANADA, 6070, CFRX, Toronto, 0455-0533, 04-08, eclipsed by Chanel 292 whit “The Ovecomer Ministry”, audible in the background only at moments, English, comments. 11421..
Also 0520-0550, 04-08, better signal today, at moments CFRX surpassed Channel 292. 21431.
CONGO, 6115, Radio Congo, Brazaville, 1730-1828*, 04-08, French, comments, at 1800 “Radio Congo, le journal”, news. 13321.
DENMARK, 5840, World Music Radio, Randers, 1923-1940, 04-08, pop songs, id. “World Music Radio”. 14321.
EQUATORIAL GUINEA, 5005, Radio Nacional de Guinea Ecuatorial, Bata, *0510-0533, 04-08, African songs. Weak, but clearly audible today. 15321.
Also *0518-0527, 05-08, Extremely wak, only carrier detected today.
ETHIOPIA
6030, Radio Oromiya, Addis Ababa, 1715-1738, 03-08, East African songs, Vernacular comments. 25322.
6090, Voice of Amhara State, Addis Ababa, 1719-1740, 03-08, East African songs, Vernacular comments. 35433.
6110, Radio Fana, Addis Ababa, 1752-1807, 03-08, Vernacular comments 24322.
FINLAND
11689.8, Scandinavian Weekend Radio, Virrat, 0540-0604, 04-08, pop songs, Finish, comments, male, id. in English at 0600: "Scandinavian Weekend Radio ...". 15321 and at moments 25322.
Also 2017-2058*, 04-08, pop songs and comments in Finish and English, “Closing Ceremony”. 25322.
11719.9, Scandinavian Weekend Radio, Virrat, 0715-0725, 04-08, Finish comments, pop songs. 15321.
GERMANY
6160, Short Wave Radio de., 2033-2050, 03-08, pop songs and comments in English, “This is a new sound on short wave to Europe”, “Test transmission”. // 3975. 25333..
6160, Deutscher Wetterdiens, Pinneberg, *0800-0810, 05-08, German, weather report. // 5905. 35433.
6190, Hamburger LokalRadio, Gohren, *0600-0700, 04-08, Eglish, id. “Hamburger LokalRadio”, program “Media Network Club”, at 0630 Glenn Hauser’s program “Wolrd of Radio”. 25322.
7310, Radio Mi Amigo, Kall Krekel, *1000-1012, 04-08, pop songs, English id. “Radio Mi Amigo” comments. 25322.
9485, Hamburger Lokal Radio, Gohere,n 1000-1110, 05-08, English, id. “This is Hamburger LokalRadio”, program “Media Network Club”, at 1030 Glenn Huaser’s program “World of Radio”, at 1100 Spanish, “Radio Tropical”, program “Discofonía”. 25322.
GUATEMALA, 4055, Radio Verdad, Chiquimula, 0519-0545, 05-08, religious comments and songs., English. Very weak. 15221.
GUINEA, 9650, Radio Guinée, Conakry, 0740-0805, 04-08, African sons, French, commens, id. “Radio Guinée, 90..0 FM, Le Grande Maison”, “La Matinale”, at 0800 news. 45444.
Also *0635-0810, 05-08, African songs, French, comments, id. “Radio Guinée, le marque de savoir-fair”, “Radio Guinée, responsabilité”, “Radio Guinée, 90.0 FM”. “Radio Guinée la grande maison”, AT 0730 Catholic program “Le Jour du Seigneur”. 44444.
LIBERIA, 6050, ELWA Radio, Monrovia, 0629-0647, 05-08, religious songs and comments, English. 14321.
MALI
5995, Radio Mali, Bamako, 0635-0705, 05-08, French, comments. Extremely weak audio, strong carrrier. 14321.
9635, Radio Mali, Bamako, *0800-0810, 04-08, tuning music, French, id. “Radiodifusion TV du Mali emettant de Bamako”, comments. Strong carrier, very weak audio. 15321.
MEXICO, 6185, Radio Educación, Ciudad de México, 0457-0503, 05-09, music, extremely weak. 15311.
PERU, 4955, Radio Cultural Amaua, Huanta (presumed), 2355-0005, 03-08, comments. Very weak, barely audible. 15311.
SOMALILAND, 7120, Radio Hargeisa, Hargeisa, 1735-1746, 04-08, East African songs. 35433.
TANZANIA
6015, Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, Dole, 0453-0507, 04-08, Swahili comments. 15321.
11735, Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, Dole, 1800-1809, 03-08, English, female, id. “it’s nine O’clock African time, this is Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, the news”, news. 44444.
ZAMBIA, 5915, Zambia NBC, Radio 1, 2031-2046, 03-08, Vernacular comments. 24322.
Also 0450-0510, 04-08, Vernacular comments, at 0500 English. 14321.
ARMENIA, 4810, Armenian Public Radio, Gavar/Yerevan, 1829-1840, 03-08, Arabic, comments. 25322.
AUSTRIA, 7330, Radio Joystick, The Charlie Prince Show, *1000-1059*, 05-08, pop songs, German, comments. 45444.
BAHREIN, 9745, Radio Bahrein, Abu Hayan, 1631-1650, 03-08, Arabic songs. 14321.
BOLIVIA, 5952.4, Radio Pio XII, Siglo XX, 2345-2356, 03-08, Spanish, comments. 14321.
BRAZIL
4875.2, Radiodifusora Roraima, Boavista, 2135-2150, 03-08, Portuguese, comments. 15321.
4885, Radio Clube do Pará, Belém, 2115-2133, 03-08, Portuguese, comments. 13221.
Also 0457-040, 05-08, 05-08, Brazilian songs, program “Clube da Madrugada”. 15321.
4985, Radio Brasil Central, Goiania, 2130-2146, 03-08, Brazilian songs. 15321.
9515, Radio Marumby, Curitiba, 2020-2026, 03-08, Portuguese, religious comments. 13221.
11735, Radio Transmundial, Santa María, 1419-1433, 04-08, “Bom dia RTM”, “Transmundial, para todo o mundo ouvir”. The program “Bom dia RTM” is on air from Monday to Saturday between 0930 to 1455 UTC. 25433.
11780, Radio Nacional da Amazonia, Brasilia, 2000-2015, 03-08, “Nacional informa”, news, id. “Radio Nacional da Amazonia”, “A partir de agora Nossa Terra”. 25322.
Also 2010-2030, 04.08, soccer, live matches. 35433.
11815, Radio Brasil Central, Goiania, 0925-1015, 05-08, Brazilian songs, comments, id. “Brasil Central, Goiania 6 horas 30 minutos”, at 1001 program “Goiás Caboclo”. 15321.
11895.1, Radio Boa Vontade, Porto Alegre, 2015-2028, 03-08, religious comments. 14321.
11834.9, Radio Evangelizar, Curitiba, 2018-2025, 03-08, religious comments. 13321.
CANADA, 6070, CFRX, Toronto, 0455-0533, 04-08, eclipsed by Chanel 292 whit “The Ovecomer Ministry”, audible in the background only at moments, English, comments. 11421..
Also 0520-0550, 04-08, better signal today, at moments CFRX surpassed Channel 292. 21431.
CONGO, 6115, Radio Congo, Brazaville, 1730-1828*, 04-08, French, comments, at 1800 “Radio Congo, le journal”, news. 13321.
DENMARK, 5840, World Music Radio, Randers, 1923-1940, 04-08, pop songs, id. “World Music Radio”. 14321.
EQUATORIAL GUINEA, 5005, Radio Nacional de Guinea Ecuatorial, Bata, *0510-0533, 04-08, African songs. Weak, but clearly audible today. 15321.
Also *0518-0527, 05-08, Extremely wak, only carrier detected today.
ETHIOPIA
6030, Radio Oromiya, Addis Ababa, 1715-1738, 03-08, East African songs, Vernacular comments. 25322.
6090, Voice of Amhara State, Addis Ababa, 1719-1740, 03-08, East African songs, Vernacular comments. 35433.
6110, Radio Fana, Addis Ababa, 1752-1807, 03-08, Vernacular comments 24322.
FINLAND
11689.8, Scandinavian Weekend Radio, Virrat, 0540-0604, 04-08, pop songs, Finish, comments, male, id. in English at 0600: "Scandinavian Weekend Radio ...". 15321 and at moments 25322.
Also 2017-2058*, 04-08, pop songs and comments in Finish and English, “Closing Ceremony”. 25322.
11719.9, Scandinavian Weekend Radio, Virrat, 0715-0725, 04-08, Finish comments, pop songs. 15321.
GERMANY
6160, Short Wave Radio de., 2033-2050, 03-08, pop songs and comments in English, “This is a new sound on short wave to Europe”, “Test transmission”. // 3975. 25333..
6160, Deutscher Wetterdiens, Pinneberg, *0800-0810, 05-08, German, weather report. // 5905. 35433.
6190, Hamburger LokalRadio, Gohren, *0600-0700, 04-08, Eglish, id. “Hamburger LokalRadio”, program “Media Network Club”, at 0630 Glenn Hauser’s program “Wolrd of Radio”. 25322.
7310, Radio Mi Amigo, Kall Krekel, *1000-1012, 04-08, pop songs, English id. “Radio Mi Amigo” comments. 25322.
9485, Hamburger Lokal Radio, Gohere,n 1000-1110, 05-08, English, id. “This is Hamburger LokalRadio”, program “Media Network Club”, at 1030 Glenn Huaser’s program “World of Radio”, at 1100 Spanish, “Radio Tropical”, program “Discofonía”. 25322.
GUATEMALA, 4055, Radio Verdad, Chiquimula, 0519-0545, 05-08, religious comments and songs., English. Very weak. 15221.
GUINEA, 9650, Radio Guinée, Conakry, 0740-0805, 04-08, African sons, French, commens, id. “Radio Guinée, 90..0 FM, Le Grande Maison”, “La Matinale”, at 0800 news. 45444.
Also *0635-0810, 05-08, African songs, French, comments, id. “Radio Guinée, le marque de savoir-fair”, “Radio Guinée, responsabilité”, “Radio Guinée, 90.0 FM”. “Radio Guinée la grande maison”, AT 0730 Catholic program “Le Jour du Seigneur”. 44444.
LIBERIA, 6050, ELWA Radio, Monrovia, 0629-0647, 05-08, religious songs and comments, English. 14321.
MALI
5995, Radio Mali, Bamako, 0635-0705, 05-08, French, comments. Extremely weak audio, strong carrrier. 14321.
9635, Radio Mali, Bamako, *0800-0810, 04-08, tuning music, French, id. “Radiodifusion TV du Mali emettant de Bamako”, comments. Strong carrier, very weak audio. 15321.
MEXICO, 6185, Radio Educación, Ciudad de México, 0457-0503, 05-09, music, extremely weak. 15311.
PERU, 4955, Radio Cultural Amaua, Huanta (presumed), 2355-0005, 03-08, comments. Very weak, barely audible. 15311.
SOMALILAND, 7120, Radio Hargeisa, Hargeisa, 1735-1746, 04-08, East African songs. 35433.
TANZANIA
6015, Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, Dole, 0453-0507, 04-08, Swahili comments. 15321.
11735, Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, Dole, 1800-1809, 03-08, English, female, id. “it’s nine O’clock African time, this is Zanzibar Broadcasting Corporation, the news”, news. 44444.
ZAMBIA, 5915, Zambia NBC, Radio 1, 2031-2046, 03-08, Vernacular comments. 24322.
Also 0450-0510, 04-08, Vernacular comments, at 0500 English. 14321.
Manuel Méndez
Lugo, Spain
Logs in Friol
Tecsun S-8800, cable antenna, 8 meters.
Lugo, Spain
Logs in Friol
Tecsun S-8800, cable antenna, 8 meters.
DXBulgaria News, August 4-5
AUSTRIA(non) Reception of Radio DARC via ORF Moosbrunn on August 5:
0900-1000 on 6070 MOS 100 kW / non-dir to CeEu German Sun, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-darc-via-orf.html
DENMARK Reception of World Music Radio Denmark on August 4
203&2230 on 5840 001 kW Randers/Denmark to WeEu English, fair
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-world-music-radio-denmark.html
FRANCE(non) Reception of Voice of Amara Radio via MBR Issoudun, August 4:
1700-1758 on 15360 ISS 250 kW / 120 deg to EaAf Amharic Wed/Sat-Mon, strong
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-voice-of-amara-radio-via.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of Radio Xoriyo Ogaden via MBR Issoudun, August 4:
1600-1630 on 17630 ISS 500 kW / 130 deg to EaAf Somali Tue/Sat, good signal
Today Aug.4 no signal of HCJB Voice of The Andes via MBR Moosbrunn:
1530-1630 on 13800 MOS 100 kW / 090 deg to CeAs Russian/Chechen Sat
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-xoriyo-ogaden-via_5.html
GERMANY(non) R.Itahuka via MBR Talata Volonondry, August 4
1800-1900 on 15420 MDC 250 kW / 320 deg to SoAf Kirundi Sat
Transmissions are jammed with white noise digital jamming
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-itahuka-via-mbr.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of Radio Joystick via MBR Moosbrunn on August 5:
1000-1100 on 7330 MOS 100 kW / 283 deg to CeEu German 1st Sun, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-joystick-via-mbr.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of World of Radio via HLR on 9485 CUSB, August 5
1030-1100 on 9485 GOH 001 kW / 230 deg to CeEu English Sun, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-world-of-radio-via-hlr-on_5.html
GREECE Voice of Greece Sunday liturgy on 9420 kHz August 5
0500-0700 on 9420 AVL 150 kW / 323 deg to WeEu Greek tx#03.
Same time on 9935 AVL 100 kW / 285 deg via tx#1 - no signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/voice-of-greece-sunday-liturgy-on-9420.html
NEW ZEALAND Fair/good signal of Radio New Zealand Pacific, August 4
from 2200 on 13840 RAN 050 kW / 035 deg to All Pacific English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fairgood-signal-of-radio-new-zealand.html
SECRETLAND(non) The Mighty KBC Radio via SPL Secretbrod, August 4
1500-1600 on 9400 SCB 100 kW / 306 deg to WeEu English Sat, fair:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-mighty-kbc-radio-via-spl.html
SECRETLAND(non) Missionswerk Friedensstimme via SPL Secretbrod, August 4
1600-1630 on 9680 SCB 100 kW / 030 deg to EaEu Russian Sat, weak to fair:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-missionswerk.html
SOUTH AFRICA Very good signal of South African Radio League SARL on August 5:
0800-0900 on 17760 MEY 250 kW / 019 deg to EaAf English Sun Amateur Radio Today
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-good-signal-of-south-african-radio.html
ROMANIA(non) Reception of IRRS EGR/UN Radio via RADIOCOM Săftica, August 5:
0930-1200 on 9510 SAF 100 kW / 300 deg to WeEu English Sun, very good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-irrs-egrun-radio-via.html
TAIWAN Radio Taiwan Int plans again in 2018 direct broadcasts
of German program via Tamsui transmitter in Taiwan on August 9:
Official broadcast dates in August and September are as follows
August 24-26; August 31-September 2; September 7-9 & 27-29. All
will be in AM mode except August 26 and September 9 in DRM mode
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/special-broadcasts-of-radio-taiwan-int.html
USA WWCR-3 World Wide Christian Radio University Network, August 4
from 2100 on 13845 WCR 100 kW / 040 deg to ENAm English, good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/wwcr-3-world-wide-christian-radio.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
0900-1000 on 6070 MOS 100 kW / non-dir to CeEu German Sun, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-darc-via-orf.html
DENMARK Reception of World Music Radio Denmark on August 4
203&2230 on 5840 001 kW Randers/Denmark to WeEu English, fair
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-world-music-radio-denmark.html
FRANCE(non) Reception of Voice of Amara Radio via MBR Issoudun, August 4:
1700-1758 on 15360 ISS 250 kW / 120 deg to EaAf Amharic Wed/Sat-Mon, strong
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-voice-of-amara-radio-via.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of Radio Xoriyo Ogaden via MBR Issoudun, August 4:
1600-1630 on 17630 ISS 500 kW / 130 deg to EaAf Somali Tue/Sat, good signal
Today Aug.4 no signal of HCJB Voice of The Andes via MBR Moosbrunn:
1530-1630 on 13800 MOS 100 kW / 090 deg to CeAs Russian/Chechen Sat
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-xoriyo-ogaden-via_5.html
GERMANY(non) R.Itahuka via MBR Talata Volonondry, August 4
1800-1900 on 15420 MDC 250 kW / 320 deg to SoAf Kirundi Sat
Transmissions are jammed with white noise digital jamming
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-itahuka-via-mbr.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of Radio Joystick via MBR Moosbrunn on August 5:
1000-1100 on 7330 MOS 100 kW / 283 deg to CeEu German 1st Sun, very good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-radio-joystick-via-mbr.html
GERMANY(non) Reception of World of Radio via HLR on 9485 CUSB, August 5
1030-1100 on 9485 GOH 001 kW / 230 deg to CeEu English Sun, fair to good
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-world-of-radio-via-hlr-on_5.html
GREECE Voice of Greece Sunday liturgy on 9420 kHz August 5
0500-0700 on 9420 AVL 150 kW / 323 deg to WeEu Greek tx#03.
Same time on 9935 AVL 100 kW / 285 deg via tx#1 - no signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/voice-of-greece-sunday-liturgy-on-9420.html
NEW ZEALAND Fair/good signal of Radio New Zealand Pacific, August 4
from 2200 on 13840 RAN 050 kW / 035 deg to All Pacific English
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/fairgood-signal-of-radio-new-zealand.html
SECRETLAND(non) The Mighty KBC Radio via SPL Secretbrod, August 4
1500-1600 on 9400 SCB 100 kW / 306 deg to WeEu English Sat, fair:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-mighty-kbc-radio-via-spl.html
SECRETLAND(non) Missionswerk Friedensstimme via SPL Secretbrod, August 4
1600-1630 on 9680 SCB 100 kW / 030 deg to EaEu Russian Sat, weak to fair:
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-missionswerk.html
SOUTH AFRICA Very good signal of South African Radio League SARL on August 5:
0800-0900 on 17760 MEY 250 kW / 019 deg to EaAf English Sun Amateur Radio Today
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/very-good-signal-of-south-african-radio.html
ROMANIA(non) Reception of IRRS EGR/UN Radio via RADIOCOM Săftica, August 5:
0930-1200 on 9510 SAF 100 kW / 300 deg to WeEu English Sun, very good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/reception-of-irrs-egrun-radio-via.html
TAIWAN Radio Taiwan Int plans again in 2018 direct broadcasts
of German program via Tamsui transmitter in Taiwan on August 9:
Official broadcast dates in August and September are as follows
August 24-26; August 31-September 2; September 7-9 & 27-29. All
will be in AM mode except August 26 and September 9 in DRM mode
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/special-broadcasts-of-radio-taiwan-int.html
USA WWCR-3 World Wide Christian Radio University Network, August 4
from 2100 on 13845 WCR 100 kW / 040 deg to ENAm English, good signal
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/wwcr-3-world-wide-christian-radio.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
Dandal Kura Radio Int via faulty transmitter Issoudun on August 5
GERMANY(non) Dandal Kura Radio Int via MBR Issoudun on August 4
But with buzzing audio of faulty transmitter in Issoudun August 5
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/dandal-kura-radio-int-via-mbr-issoudun.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
But with buzzing audio of faulty transmitter in Issoudun August 5
http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com/2018/08/dandal-kura-radio-int-via-mbr-issoudun.html
--
73! Ivo Ivanov
More information on the shortwave listening hobby,
please visit to http://swldxbulgaria.blogspot.com
QTH-1: Patreshko, Bulgaria
Receiver: Afedri SDR
Software: SDR-Console v2.3(using remote connection)
Antennas: various Inverted V and beverage antennas.
QTH-2: Sofia OK2, Bulgaria
Receiver: Sony ICF-2001D
Antenna: 30 m. long wire
Radio Joystick now on air
Radio Joystick, The Charlie-Prince Show will be on air today Sunday at 1000 UTC, like all first Sunday of the month:
https://radiojoystick.de/
"Since 2013 we broadcast via Media Broadcast. The transmitters are located in the small town of Moosbrunn near Vienna, broadcasting our shows on every first Sunday of each month at 12:00 h German time with 100 kW at 7330 kHz on shortwave to Western Europe!
1st Sunday of each month on shortwave 7330 kHz in Europe! On the Internet, the latest program is available at any time on demand for your listening pleasure. Our programs are produced for syndication as a free offer to stations that easily and efficiently may add their own jingles and commercials!"
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