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+ | Note: '''Alfa''' is how the English '''Alpha''' is spelled in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NATO_phonetic_alphabet NATO phonetic alphabet], the most widely used phonetic alphabet. Numerous non-English speaking countries (i.e., the majority of NATO) spell it this way, so even English-speaking recipients write it "Alfa" in recognition of the standard, if they are using it. |
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Revision as of 07:09, 7 January 2009
When you flip the switch at Broadcast Tower KB5, the Alfa Lima Signal becomes active.
Note: Alfa is how the English Alpha is spelled in the NATO phonetic alphabet, the most widely used phonetic alphabet. Numerous non-English speaking countries (i.e., the majority of NATO) spell it this way, so even English-speaking recipients write it "Alfa" in recognition of the standard, if they are using it.
The Morse code translation of the broadcast is:
CQ CQ CQ DE AL AL AL K
This translates to "Calling anyone, this is Alpha Lima, over". It is emanating from one of nine encoded broadcasting stations.
If you go ESE of the tower and drop off a small cliff, you will land practically on top of a sewer grate to a Drainage Chamber. Once you enter, you will find an Average locked door. There is also a skeleton here with a 10mm Pistol, Bobby Pin, and a Tumblers Today. Inside will be some supplies including a Pre-War Book and motorcycle parts. As with all the Drainage Chamber stations, there is a Ham Radio that lets you toggle the broadcast.