Eton G1000A - Manual (Page 15)

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G1000A OPERATION MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION TO SHORTWAVE
continued
EVENING/NIGHT LISTENING
This is the best time to listen, because the broadcasters are deliber-
ately transmitting to your area. These bands may be extremely good
around sunset and sunrise too.
NIGHT
BANDS
CHARACTERISTICS
25meters Similar to 31m.
31meters Good all night, everywhere. Often extremely good at
sunrise and sunset. Good results often start about an
hour before sunset.
41meters Similar to 49m, but not as many stations.
49meters The best overall night band.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Getting close to a window may substantially
improve your reception. The construction materials of some buildings
simply do not let signals in very well. Signals penetrate wood frame
buildings easiest, while concrete and brick buildings usually block sig-
nals. If you are in a building with one or more stories above you, sig-
nals can also be impaired in strength. In such a situation, situate the
radio as close to a window as possible while listening. Holding the
radio while close to a window may also improve reception.