Using call sign VR2WAA
Group: SOQRP(Y)
Youth group age: 15
Power: 5 watts
Device: G90S
Antenna: Vertical
Antenna height: 4.8 meters
QTH: New Territories, Hong Kong
Claim score: 9372
QSO: 62
Operating time(BJT)
November 13th, 11:50 PM - November 14th, 6:30 AM
From 2:30 PM to 5:20 PM on the 14th
From a personal perspective, I was motivated by the desire to outperform CQ WPX SSB during this competition. However, due to issues with my equipment and antenna, I didn't achieve the results I hoped for (final 800). I had been preparing extensively in advance, including scouting the location and setting up my station (7.10, a half-hour, market stall setup, QSO: BD7OLR BA7MGJ BG7SAY BA7OOT BI8AO BI6NCT BG7BVI YB2MVD BG7FPZ BG8SRP BG7RUS). Before the competition, I also conducted antenna natural resonance point testing to ensure that I could quickly switch between bands.
After the competition began, I frequently scanned on 21 MHz and communicated with many HQ stations and European stations. In the South China region, 21 MHz was primarily used for communication towards Europe in the evening, so my communications were mainly with stations in ITU regions 28 and 29. After midnight, I attempted to operate on the 14 MHz band, but due to poor propagation, communication opportunities were limited. At approximately 6:30 AM, I temporarily ceased operations due to fatigue, and resumed communication around 2:00 PM. Finally, at approximately 4:00 PM, I went silent (QRT).
Overall, this competition was very rewarding for me. I not only obtained some DXCC entities, but also learned valuable experience and strategies from the competition. After the competition, I summarized my experiences and hope that they can help other amateur radio enthusiasts who are just starting out.
1. Before the competition, it is necessary to inspect the venue and determine whether antenna installation is permitted, as well as to identify any potential sources of electromagnetic interference.
2. Before departing, check all necessary items and ensure nothing is missing before leaving.
3. Develop a competition strategy in advance, operate within appropriate frequency bands at the right time, and use suitable antennas.
4. If the location does not have access to city power, please ensure you have a portable battery with sufficient capacity and that it is fully charged before the competition.
My personal contest strategy (QRP only)
First, operate in the popular frequency bands of 21 MHz and 14 MHz, scanning between 14.170-14.350 kHz. When you find a station, connect to it and record the frequency. Repeat this process several times to accumulate a significant number of contacts and QSOs. After some time, switch to operating at 7 MHz (this requires good antennas and a favorable electromagnetic environment; 7 MHz is often subject to interference from unknown sources, and VR2 is no exception). Once you have scanned the three main bands a few times (and connected to all stations that are receivable), choose the band where you prefer to operate or where your antenna performs best. Setting up shop at 7 MHz can be challenging (QRP operation requires careful planning), but it's worth trying. After an hour of operating, scan again to connect to any new stations that have come into range. If you haven't made any contacts in the last few hours, simply disconnect and go home for a meal, shower, and sleep.
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