# Contest Station Upgrade

Our contest station has received a major upgrade with new equipment and improved capabilities for competitive operating.

## New Equipment

### Amplifiers
- **HF Amplifier**: 1.5kW solid-state amplifier
- **VHF Amplifier**: 500W amplifier for 2m/70cm
- **UHF Amplifier**: 300W amplifier for 23cm

### Antennas
- **80m**: Full-wave loop antenna
- **40m**: 3-element Yagi antenna
- **20m**: 5-element Yagi antenna
- **15m**: 6-element Yagi antenna
- **10m**: 8-element Yagi antenna

### Computer Systems
- **Contest Software**: N1MM+ Logger
- **Digital Modes**: WSJT-X suite
- **Logging**: Automated logging system
- **Internet**: High-speed connection for online contests

## Performance Improvements

- **Signal Strength**: 3dB improvement on HF bands
- **Receive Sensitivity**: Enhanced weak signal reception
- **Digital Modes**: Improved FT8 and other digital performance
- **Logging**: Automated contest logging with real-time scoring

## Testing Results

Initial testing shows significant improvement in contest performance. The station is now ready for major contests including CQ WW and ARRL contests.