Hi Dave, et al, There was also Alan's suggestion of Geographical clusters, Cutty's "Three group system" and my suggestion that time and some form of averaging/weighting should be included in the calculation. 
(RMS/Time? x strokes + signals sent /100) or something?
Yes, I think we have enough basic and not so basic questions to actually start the FAQ and maybe that would be the way to handle it, a very basic public and possible open FAQ, "Ten things you want to know about Lightning Detection!" type, and a more detailed and restricted FAQ for stations with a matching forum for discussion of new or debatable questions, your 7 or 8 categories seem to cover most things and a perhaps a catch-all miscellaneous section as well.
When does it open for business? 
Brian.
(RMS/Time? x strokes + signals sent /100) or something?Yes, I think we have enough basic and not so basic questions to actually start the FAQ and maybe that would be the way to handle it, a very basic public and possible open FAQ, "Ten things you want to know about Lightning Detection!" type, and a more detailed and restricted FAQ for stations with a matching forum for discussion of new or debatable questions, your 7 or 8 categories seem to cover most things and a perhaps a catch-all miscellaneous section as well.
When does it open for business?
Brian.
Stations: