(Araucaria) WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST - GADX
PY4OG J.Marcio
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Quinta Março 1 20:55:35 BRT 2012
Ola Atilano,
Com certeza estaremos ativos com uma equipe aqui em Minas.
Será um grande desafio montar uma estrategia e operar nos 3 modos.
73
J.Marcio
Em 1/3/2012 11:23, py5eg escreveu:
>
>
> Dear friends:
>
> Our Araucaria DX Group ADXG has 400 members all fan of DX and Contests.
>
> Our intention is to offer a different alternative to attend some
> pending desires in our contest community.
>
> Recognizing the existence of many fantastic contests around the world,
> we consider that still have a considerable demand for some creative
> alternative competition.
>
> The sports world created some, decades ago, a competition combining
> several different athletics modalities in one single main dispute.
>
> The Iron Ham Athletic games.
>
> The ADXG members want to promote similar idea in ham radio contest.
>
> We also recognize that the new era of competition is demanding for
> faster and transparent way to manage and publish the results.
>
> We are going to launch our IRON HAM CONTEST next second full weekend
> of June 2012.
>
> We are trying with this contest to achieve the following main objectives:
>
> 1. To offer a unique competition combining the main modes of ham
> operation into one single contest -- our WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST.
> 2. To promote, Phone, CW, and RTTY modes to the entire ham radio
> operators.
> 3. To drastically reduce the submission, log checking and results
> announcement of the competition.(Official results within 45 days)
> 4. Open logs and UBN open to all competitors.
> 5. To promote the integration of IT technologies with our hobby.
> 6. Allowance to use packet cluster on all modes and categories.
> 7. Top 5 players - recorded.
>
> We will welcome all CW, PHONE, and DIGITAL operators to participate in
> our WWIH CONTEST.
>
> We already have our contest file available on N1MM and TR4W and asking
> the other major SW contest developers to do the same.
>
> The logging process system has been developed by our friend UA4WLI
> Dmitriy, and thanks to him we can gradually reduce the log checking
> process time.
>
> We also express our best thanks to all contester friends who
> collaborated build the rules.
>
> We will shortly announce the address for log submission and other
> additional information.
>
> Rules are below the present e-mail
>
> Thanks
>
> Oms PY5EG
>
> P.S. page GADX -- http://www.araucariadx.com/site/
>
> Link to WWIH rules http://www.araucariadx.com/ih/
>
> *__*
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> *__*
>
> *_WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST_*
>
> **
>
> *_1. PURPOSE _*
>
> **
>
> The *WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST* is a unique world-wide contest
> intended to promote the multi-mode skill of the ham contest community
> in one single 24-hour period competition. The *GADX Araucaria Dx Group
> *together with the majority of the Brazilian Contest and DX Clubs
> (list attached), based upon the success of the IRON MAN and some other
> multi-sports competitions, are sponsoring a different contest
> alternative where the competitors must use several alternatives to
> test their skills in different ham radio modes on all bands around the
> clock for 24 hours.
>
> The *Liga de Amadores **Brasileiros de Rádio Emissão
> <http://www.labre.org.br/> (LABRE)*is officially supporting the
> contest in line with the joint effort Brazilian tradition.
>
> The objectives of the contest:
>
> * To promote the union of all radio amateurs in the world;
> * To promote, CW, PHONE and DIGITAL modes to the entire ham radio
> community;
> * To promote the integration of different mode operators around the
> world.
> * To promote the integration of IT technologies with the Ham Radio
> competition.
> * To promote and stimulate the ability for contest planning
> * To drastically shorten the time for log submission and results
> publication
> * To create contest alternatives for ham competition.
>
> *_2. PERIOD _*
>
> **
>
> The second full weekend of June for 24 hours starting Saturday 12:00
> UTC and ending Sunday 11:59 UTC.
>
> *_3. MODES, BANDS & PERIODS_*
>
> **
>
> * Mode:CW, PHONE & RTTY
> * Bands: 80m, 40m, 20m, 15m and 10m;
> * The 24 hours contest is organized to have 8 hours of operation on
> each mode in periods no shorter than one hour. So if the
> participant *SOAB* or *M/2AB* start an operation in one specific
> mode the operator(s) must remain on this mode for at least one hour.
> * During each period no shorter than one hour, a station (*SOAB or
> M/2AB*) may only use one mode.
> * Each participant should operate no more than 8 hours on each mode,
> independently of the number of periods no shorter than one hour he
> takes
> * Totally free band change
> * Contacts must be made within the modes and sub-bands assigned.
> * Contest planning is a must for this contest
>
> *__*
>
> *_4. CATEGORIES_**__*
>
> **
>
> *4.1.SOAB Single Operator All bands*
>
> For all Single Operator categories, only one person (the operator) can
> contribute to the final score during the official contest period.
>
> * *Definitions*
>
> *4.1.1*Single Operator: Those stations at which one person performs
> all operating, logging, and spotting functions.
>
> *4.1.2*Single Operator participants may change bands without
> restrictions. Only one signal can be transmitted at any given time.
> Total output shall not exceed 1500 W
>
> *4.1.3.*Transmitters and receivers must be located within a 500-meter
> diameter circle. All antennas used by an entrant must be physically
> connected to the transmitters by wires (feeders).
>
> *4.2. M2 AB*-- *Multi-operators two Transmitters*
>
> **
>
> *4.2.1.*Only two transmitted signals at any given time. More than two
> different transmitters can be used but only two may be active at any
> given time. The competitors in this category must prove that they have
> used a mechanism which prevents more than two signals being
> transmitted at the same time during all 24 hours. The organizers will
> use special means to check this rule.
>
> *4.2.2.*If the *SOAB, *or *M2AB* participants works a station on a
> different mode than the chosen mode, the QSOs will count 0 points
> without penalties. Please do not delete these QSOs as it will aid in
> the log cross-checking process. Such contacts will count for the
> station worked in accordance with the present rules.
>
> *4.2.3*. Due to the character of this contest, there are no separate
> categories for single-band operation or other limited band/mode
> operation. However, we encourage participation of stations with
> restricted mode operation and restricted band operation
>
> *4.2.4*. Mode Operation Periods
>
> Each mode, CW, SSB, RTTY, can be used for a maximum of 8 hours, in
> periods of time no shorter than one hour each. If only 1 or 2 modes
> are used, consequently the total participation time is limited to
> respectively 8 or 16 hours.
>
> **
>
> *4.3. Packet Cluster & IT Technologies:*
>
> *DXCluster *- The use of DXCluster network is allowed for all
> categories. The participants can receive information from DXCluster,
> however is strictly prohibited to seft-spot or request, by any means,
> that others announce you during the contest.
>
> Promotinga gradual enlargement of the integration between contests and
> new IT technologies the *WORLD WIDE IRON HAM* *CONTEST *will, in the
> future, create new categories to motivate remote operation or other
> new technologies.
>
> *_5. CONTACTS_*
>
> *__*
>
> All same-mode-two-way contacts between stations in the same Entity
> (country) or different Entities (countries) and Continents are allowed
> and valid. For definition of Entities, the official DXCC lists
> applies. The same station can be contacted on all bands and all modes.
>
> *_6. CQ MESSAGE _*
>
> *__*
>
> We suggest the use of *IRON HAM, or IH *for the contest, but it is
> allowed to use simply "CQ test" and from time to time an indication
> that is *IRON HAM* Contest.
>
> *_7. EXCHANGE_*
>
> **
>
> All stations: send RS, or RST + CQ ZONE__
>
> __
>
> *_8. POINTS_*__
>
> *8.1. For all participants*:
>
> * QSO with same Entity: 1 point;
> * QSO with other Entities on same Continent: 2 points;
> * QSO with other continents: 3 points.
>
> *_9. MULTIPLIERS_*
>
> *__*
>
> The multiplier is the number of entities and zones worked by mode
> independently of the band.
>
> * Multipliers are counted once per mode but not per band
> * Entity and zone multipliers are according to the DXCC list.
> * The /MM stations are not multipliers but count 3 points.
>
> __
>
> __
>
> *_10. FINAL SCORE _*
>
> **
>
> The sum of points obtained on a specific mode, multiplied by the sum
> of multipliers (Entities + Zones) for that mode is the final score for
> that mode.
>
> The total score is the sum of the scores for each mode.
>
> __
>
> *_11. DISQUALIFICATION & PENALTIES_*
>
> Excess of unique calls, wrong calls, not in log, will be penalized
> according to the well known UBN log checking system as described on
> section 15.
>
> **
>
> Apart from that penalties terms mentioned above, the following is
> also forbidden:
>
> * Using any IP net for the remote transceiving, including web radio
> stations;
> * Self-spotting and soliciting contacts by any non-amateur means
> during the contest;
> * Using any other call sign than the participation call sign for;
> * Holding the operating frequency on other bands or making schedules;
> * All other self-spotting manners.
>
> Our aim is to maintain a fair competition and prevent unfair and
> unsportsmanlike operations and/or procedures. The decisions of the
> contest committee are final.
>
> __
>
> __
>
> *_12. DUPES_*
>
> *__*
>
> Dupes are contacts made with the same station on the same band and
> mode. If the first contact between stations is valid, dupes have 0
> points value. If the first contact is not valid, a second (dupe)
> contact is accepted.
>
> * Dupe contacts are not penalized;
> * There is no need to mark them in the log submission.
> * Moreover, entrants are strictly recommended to leave DUPES in the
> log.
> * DO NOT DELETE DUPES!
>
> __
>
> __
>
> *_13. GENERAL LOG SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS_*
>
> *__*
>
> We need electronics logs! The *WORLD WIDE* *IRON HAM CONTEST* requires
> electronic logs for every possible high-scored entry.
>
> ·Submit your log in the CABRILLO format created by all major logging
> programs;
>
> ·All times must be UTC;
>
> ·All sent and received exchanges are to be logged;
>
> ·Filename for the log should be your_call.log and must be sent as an
> attachment;
>
> ·Logs submitted as plain-text email are also acceptable;
>
> ·In the header of the electronic log submission you MUST specify the
> category of participation and the full postal address for dispatch to
> the participant the results, trophies, awards and certificates. A
> written declaration is not necessary;
>
> ·Points and final score calculations are not necessary, calculations
> are done by our software;
>
> ·Logs must be submitted to the contest sponsors within 72 hours. We
> will recognize and additional time for DX-pedition or areas where
> internet is not available.
>
> ·Electronic logs must be submitted via e-mail to: .......... Be sure
> to put the station call sign in the "Subject:" line. The server will
> automatically acknowledge your e-mail log within 48 hours;
>
> *_14. IMPORTANT RECOMMENDATION: RECORD THE ENTIRE CONTEST_*
>
> All competitors whose are competing for the top 5 scores,
> or records in each category must maintain availability of a digital
> recording of all 24 hours of the contest. The judging committee
> reserves the right to request such file at any time during the log
> checking procedures.
>
> *__*
>
> *_15. CONTEST- RELATED INFORMATION _*
>
> **
>
> ·All " *WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST* and related information (Rules,
> claimed/confirmed scores, FAQ, additional information) will be posted
> at the website of the GADX - ARAUCARIA DX GROUP
> http://www.araucariadx.com <http://www.araucariadx.com/> and the
> other Brazilian Contest Clubs web addresses accordingly with list
> attached.
>
> ·The results will be published at our above web address.
>
> ·All participants, who send a Cabrillo log via e-mail, will receive a
> UBN-list with the claimed/confirmed results listed separately by mode
> period and a QSO list, containing errors and errors by worked stations.
>
> ·Penalties consist the loss of the invalid contact including
> multiplier credit plus the removal of triple QSO points, and are
> assessed accordingly:
>
> Incorrectly logged calls (Bad Call)
>
> Incorrectly logged exchange numbers
>
> QSO not present in the other station log (NIL)
>
> ·QSO are neither counted nor penalized for the following:
>
> Other station incorrectly logged entrant's call
>
> Other station incorrectly logged entrant's exchange number
>
> QSO time in entrant's log and other station's log difference is
> more than 3 minutes (except systematic computer errors).
>
> QSO bands or modes in entrant's log and other station's log differ.
>
> Dupe QSO which is not in the other station's log.
>
> *__*
>
> *__*
>
> *_16. TROPHIES, PLAQUES AND CERTIFICATES_*
>
> **
>
> *16.1. World Champion SOAB***
>
> The highest *SOAB* score independently of Continent will receive a
> special trophy, the *IRON HAM*.
>
> **
>
> *16.2. World Champion M2AB*
>
> The highest *M2AB* score a special trophy. *IRON HAM TEAM*
>
> **
>
> *16.3. Plaques*
>
> The highest score for each Continent and Category will receive a
> special plaque.
>
> **
>
> *16.4. Certificates *
>
> All highest scores in each category and each Country will receive a
> certificate mentioning the score and position in his Country and
> Continent.
>
> **
>
> *16.5. Results:*
>
> *THE WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST*has a firm commitment to gradually
> reduce the timing for results publication. We will start in the 2012
> Contest with an objective to announce the results within 60 days. The
> results are going to be published on the GADX web page
> http://www.araucariadx.com <http://www.araucariadx.com/> and also in
> the other Brazilian DX Clubs pages accordingly with list attached.
>
> *17. Special Internal competition:*
>
> **We will use the *WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST *to promote other
> aspects of the competition. We will annually and gradually add new
> aspects of competition and recognition.
>
> In 2012 we will issue special certificates for
>
> * Best mode period score SOAB and M2
> * Best hour QSOs rate for each mode period (CW,PHONE & RTTY) for
> SOAB M2
>
> *18. Special prize:*
>
> * The WORLD WIDE IRON HAM CONTEST *is offering to the SOAB
> winner and one representative of the M2 winner a special prize of 4
> days free accommodation in any Brazilian City with a Contest Station
> combined with total free contest participation. Before the contest we
> will announce a list of the city/stations available and the winners
> can make their choice accordingly.
>
> **
>
> *ATILANO DE OMS*
> *PP5EG - PY5EG***- PY2OMS**
> *ZW5B, PS2T, PT5T*
> *ARAUCARIA DX GROUP*
>
>
>
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