AU2M Arnala Island
IOTA AS-169 Activation
Organized by DX India Foundation
The Reactivation Story
We are happy to inform you that, through local collaboration in Mumbai, we will be reactivating the Arnala IOTA Activation.
The Postponement
As you may recall, our planned activation was postponed last year due to heavy rains and paramount safety concerns. This decision was necessary to ensure the well-being of our team, though it unfortunately resulted in significant financial losses regarding logistics, transportation, and flight tickets.
Moving Forward
Following immense support and many requests from the amateur radio community, we have decided to move forward with the reactivation of Arnala IOTA AS-169.
Meet The Team
Sarath
Adersh
Anil
Pramod
Suyog
Anand
Suyog
Equipment Strategy
The team will setup and operate three stations on 10 to 40 m. Two of these stations will be for CW and SSB, while the third for FT8. We also attempt to have a fourth station dedicated to 6 m. Our intention is to operate, as much as possible, around the clock. The main goal is to be able to contact as many unique stations, from virtually all areas of the world.
We will study the propagation forecast for all regions and will make changes based on daily observations, concentrating on those bands which will offer the best propagation conditions.
Station #1: CW
- Yaesu FT710 transceiver
- Fureno PA2500 – 400W amplifier
- Multiband vertical wire antenna (10m Spider Beam mast)
- Laptop computer
Station #2: SSB
- ICOM 7300 Transceiver
- RM Italy 300 Watt
- Vertical VDA Mono Bands
- Laptop computer
Station #3: FT8
- ICOM IC-7300 transceiver
- Multiband vertical antennas (10m mast)
- Laptop computer
- WSJT-X software (F/H on HF bands outside regular FT8)
- Frequencies posted on DX Summit prior to operation
Frequencies & Modes
| Band | Frequency (MHz) |
|---|---|
| 80m | 3.520 |
| 40m | 7.005 |
| 30m | 10.105 |
| 20m | 14.030 |
| 17m | 18.075 |
| 15m | 21.030 |
| 12m | 24.895 |
| 10m | 28.030 |
Note 1: CW will always be operated in Split mode – listening UP.
Note 2: Operating frequencies may change based on operating conditions and will be announced in the DX Clusters.
| Band | Fox Freq (MHz) |
|---|---|
| 80m | 3.590 |
| 40m | 7.090 |
| 30m | 10.136 |
| 20m | 14.090 |
| 17m | 18.110 |
| 15m | 21.090 |
| 12m | 24.090 |
| 10m | 28.090 |
TX: Hounds transmit on listed frequencies.
RX: Fox receives on same frequencies, >1000 Hz.
Sequence: Standard FT8 protocol.
Complete: QSO is complete when receiving "73" from Fox.
| Band | Frequency (MHz) |
|---|---|
| 80m | 3.690 |
| 40m | 7.160 |
| 20m | 14.260 |
| 17m | 18.130 |
| 15m | 21.260 |
| 12m | 24.955 |
| 10m | 28.485 |
Split Mode: Always listen UP 5-10 Khz from TX frequency. Spread out calls.
40m USA: Listening specifically on 7.160 Khz. TX standard 40m frequencies.
Regulation: Indian regulations restrict TX to 7.200 Khz and below.
QSL Management
Our QSL Manager, Charles M0OXO, will handle all QSL requests.
We will share the list of supporters with him in advance, and those who contributed will not need to send additional QSL requests.
For all Missing/Busted Call enquiries you MUST use the 'NOT IN LOG' facility on M0OXO OQRS. This service is the fastest way to get your enquiry resolved. Email reports are discouraged.
Full QSL Service Options
- OQRS Direct $8.00
- Express LOTW $5.00
- Direct Post Mail $8.00
- Bureau (sent after 6 months) $0.50
Charles R. Wilmott M0OXO
QSL Manager Services
IOTA Awards Manager
60 Church Hill
Royston, Barnsley
South Yorkshire
ENGLAND S71 4NG
United Kingdom.
(+44) 7900 500775
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Support The Expedition
Due to the financial losses incurred from the postponed activation, any support from the DX community is highly appreciated to make this reactivation a huge success.
Direct Contact
For urgent inquiries regarding the expedition, contact Team Leader Sarath (VU2RS):