𝗦𝗔𝗤 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗡-𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗢𝗰𝘁 𝟮𝟰𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
In 1924 the construction of Grimeton Radio Station in Sweden was completed and the two transmitters, invented by Ernst F.W. Alexanderson was put into commercial operation. The radio station call sign was SAQ.
SAQ is the only remaining pre-electronic radio transmitter that has been preserved and is still functional, event though only one of the original two transmitters remain.
UN-Day 2025 transmission
On October 24th 2025, SAQ is scheduled to air a message to the World, promoting Peace, Unity, and Global Partnerships.
The unique Alexanderson alternator is scheduled for one transmission over the antenna on VLF 17.2 kHz CW.
SAQ transmission schedule
15:20 CEST (13:20 UTC) Live YouTube broadcast begins.
15:30 CEST (13:30 UTC) Start-up of the Alternator.
16:00 CEST (14:00 UTC) Transmission of a message
Test Transmissions
There may be some test transmissions, preliminary on October 23rd between 13:00 - 16:00 CEST. During the tests, SAQ will be on air shorter periods of time, when we will be carrying out some tests and measurements.
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