60 Meter Band
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KHz. Dial (suppressed carrier) frequency listed in table. |
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| Alaska Emergency Only | 5167.5 | usb | Emergency Calling |
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| Not US Allicated | 5193.5 | cw/PSK31/RTTY | DRA5 Beacon |
| Not US Allicated | 5290.0 | cw | UK Beacon |
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| Limited 50 watts ERP from dipole | 5330.5 | usb | |
| Limited 50 watts ERP from dipole | 5346.5 | usb | PNW 60-M Test Net (pri) |
| Limited 50 watts ERP from dipole | 5366.5 | usb | |
| Limited 50 watts ERP from dipole | 5371.5 | usb | PNW 60-M Test Net (sec) |
| Limited 50 watts ERP from dipole | |||
What the FCC Rules Say: Part 97.303(s)
"An amateur station having an operator holding a General, Advanced or Amateur Extra Class license may only transmit single sideband, suppressed-carrier (emission type 2K8J3E) upper sideband on the channels 5332 kHz, 5348 kHz, 5368 kHz, 5373 kHz and 5405 kHz. Amateur operators shall ensure that their transmission occupies only the 2.8 kHz centered around each of these frequencies. Transmissions shall not exceed an effective radiated power (ERP) of 50 W PEP. For the purpose of computing ERP, the transmitter PEP will be multiplied with the antenna gain relative to a dipole or the equivalent calculation in decibels. A half-wave dipole antenna will be presumed to have a gain of 0 dBd. Licensees using other antennas must maintain in their station records either manufacturer data on the antenna gain or calculations of the antenna gain. No amateur station shall cause harmful interference to stations authorized in the mobile and fixed services; nor is any amateur station protected from interference due to the operation of any such station."
USA FCC
"Emergency Communications Declaration"
information for USA emergency net operators using 5MHz:
In 2004, the FCC changed its general policy for issuing Emergency Communications Declarations (ECD) on Amateur Radio Service frequencies. ECDs typically are issued to temporarily protect certain frequencies for emergency net use only. The policy says that ECDs may now be issued for one or two 5MHz channels and/or VHF/UHF frequencies. Prior to this policy, ECDs typically were issued during weather-related and wildfire emergencies for frequencies in the 75 and 40 meter bands. The FCC also said that frequencies in other Amateur Service bands where emergency nets already have been established may be used during emergencies under the provisions of rule Part 97.101c (which stipulates that Amateur Radio Service operators give priority to stations providing emergency communications at all times and on all frequencies).
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PACIFIC NORTHWEST 60-METER TEST NET
The Pacific Northwest 60-meter Test Net is an informal net. This is not a traffic or service net; yet the net will remain ready to handle emergency traffic as required.
This HF net meets every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. local (0300 UT winter) on 5346.5 KHz primary (some call it channel 2) and 5371.5 secondary (some call it channel 4) suppressed carrier both. We thank the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) for sharing these channel frequencies. Individuals interested in testing out their 60-meter capabilities, including varied antennas, are encouraged to participate; and any other visitors are welcome.
Net reports and announcements will be handled in the order received.
Upon net and apparatus testing, we return the frequency for regular use.
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Worldwide 5MHz
Frequency and Channel List 102.0 = 5102.0kHz USB (Australia)[WIA/WICEN
Emergency]
Information: 60-meter Links:
Here's a few tips I have found that help when working this band: (1) There is no room for "enhanced audio". Your signal needs to be just a normal signal. (2) Filtering is necessary for reception. DSP works really well, and a good notch, as well as the use of your RX IF shift helps. (3) Courtesy abounds on this band. Ragchewers will stand by for DX contacts or a state hunter readily, and the same is appreciated. (4) Under the rules, a dipole is presumed to be NO GAIN. Gain, then, is measured dbd. Any Gain will require commensurate reduction in power out of your transmitter; remember 50 watts Effective Radiated Power (ERP). Be prepared to produce your calculations. People argue, "if I have to reduce power, why bother with a better antenna?" Interesting question -- but it has an easy answer. RECEIVE Gain. If you can get some sort of directional pattern going, you can reduce QRM. QRM is an issue on 60. (5) In the UK, 5MHz is also used for the weekly RSGB (Radio Society of Great Britain) news bulletin. The transmission takes place on channel FM (5403.5 KHz USB) at 12:30 local time on Sundays. The results show that 5 MHz provides a reliable vehicle for a national news broadcast. After the news a net is carried out with signal reports in SINPO code exchanged. This data is fed into the 5MHz coordinator for analysis.
(6) From ARRL Hqs NEWINGTON, CT, Apr 3, 2007 -- The ARRL is expressing concern that negative consequences could result from chasing DX on 60 meters. Some DXpeditions have announced plans to operate on Amateur Radio's only channelized band, where amateur operations hold secondary status to fixed service operations, including some US government stations. ARRL CEO David Sumner, K1ZZ, says that while it's legal for DXpeditions to operate on the 5-MHz band provided the licensing administration extends privileges there, DX pileups on 60 meters pose the potential for real and unique problems. "US amateurs are limited to five channels on 60 meters, USB only, maximum effective radiated power (ERP) 50 W, audio bandwidth not exceeding 2.8 kHz, and not all of the channels are useable because of ongoing fixed service operation," Sumner points out. "It is absolutely imperative that any amateur transmitting on a 60 meter channel be prepared to relinquish the channel immediately upon being requested to do so." Among other things, Sumner says, this means constantly monitoring the transmitting channel, thus ruling out any split-frequency operation while using a single-channel receiver. "Amateurs must resist the temptation to exceed the radiated power limit," Sumner stressed. He also warned amateurs in countries that do not authorize amateur operation on 60 meters to resist the temptation to make contacts on the band. Radio amateurs transmitting on a 5 MHz frequency without authorization, Sumner asserts, not only are breaking the law but are putting their continued participation in the ARRL DXCC program in jeopardy. "Anyone who submits a 5 MHz confirmation for DXCC credit may be asked to provide evidence that their operation on that frequency was authorized," he said. Even countries that authorize operation on 60 meters impose the express condition Amateur Radio stations not cause harmful interference to fixed and mobile service stations. "Should such interference occur and not be immediately corrected, it will place in jeopardy our existing limited privileges, our chances of increasing those privileges on a domestic basis, and any chance we might have of ever obtaining an international allocation," Sumner emphasized. Last fall, the ARRL asked the FCC to expand 60 meter operating privileges and substitute a new channel for one that's often occupied by a federal government user. The League filed a Petition for Rule Making (PRM) October 10. The petition said amateurs have proven, through interference-free operation on the five channels, that compatible sharing of the channels is possible. The League wants the FCC to authorize radio amateurs of General and higher class to run 100 W ERP and to allow Morse code and data communication. It also asks the Commission to replace the 5368.0 kHz center-frequency channel with 5358.5 kHz, so amateurs can avoid federal government digital traffic on the current channel. If the FCC goes along with the ARRL's suggested changes, operation on 60 meters would remain on a secondary basis, and radio amateurs would still have to avoid interfering with incumbent federal government and other services. In an unrelated move, the ARRL has supported efforts to have World Radio Communication Conference 2007 (WRC-07) establish a worldwide secondary amateur allocation of 5.260 to 5.410 MHz. A participating national administration must formally propose the change for it to be considered at WRC-07. (7) Sprint or speed tests can be performed over varying distances, depending on the factors being tested and the relevance to the sport. The 60 Meter Sprint is part of the eTID Talent Identification Testing Program for Track and Field. Update or corrections, please send to Jim Wylder, | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
