OK/OM DX Contest, SSB

The OK/OM DX Contest, sponsored by the Czech and Slovak radio clubs, is a popular annual event where we aim to contact as many stations as possible, with a special emphasis on working stations in the Czech Republic (OK) and Slovakia (OM) to maximize our score. We operate on 160m, 80m, 40m, 20m, 15m, and 10m using SSB voice mode. During the contest, we make contacts with other amateur radio operators and exchange basic information, which varies slightly depending on whether we are an OK/OM station or a DX station. The contest runs for 24 hours, typically starting at 1200 UTC on the second Saturday of April and concluding at 1159 UTC the following day. For first-time participants, we recommend focusing on making as many contacts as possible and enjoying the friendly competition. Always remember to check the official rules for exact categories, exchange details, and scoring specifics.