SO2R POTA Activation – Field Sanity Checklist

BEFORE YOU GO

1. ☐ Two radios tested
2. ☐ Firmware updated
3. ☐ Both mics labeled
4. ☐ Headset routing confirmed
5. ☐ Batteries fully charged
6. ☐ Spare battery available
7. ☐ Power distribution planned
8. ☐ Logging software configured
9. ☐ Separate band profiles saved

ANTENNA & RF

1. ☐ Separate antennas or band isolation plan
2. ☐ Minimum physical separation planned
3. ☐ Ferrites packed
4. ☐ SWR confirmed on both setups
5. ☐ Cross-band interference tested

LOGGING

1. ☐ Confirm band/mode entry process
2. ☐ Quick switching workflow tested
3. ☐ Know which radio is “Run”
4. ☐ Know which radio is “Search”
5. ☐ Backup logging method ready

OPERATING DISCIPLINE

1. ☐ Clear CQ pattern
2. ☐ No overlapping transmissions
3. ☐ Calm voice under pressure
4. ☐ Hunter instructions clear
5. ☐ Stop if overwhelmed

AFTER ACTIVATION

1. ☐ Review logs carefully
2. ☐ Confirm band/mode correctness
3. ☐ Check for dupes
4. ☐ Upload with confidence