[Elecraft] Utility of 1.8-KHz vs 2.1-KHz Filter for SSB?

[Barry N1EU]

Jeff Maass wrote:
> 
> For those using the 1.8-KHz roofing filter for SSB in crowded band
> conditions, how usable
> is it? Does it require much "fine tuning" of controls when switching from
> a 2.8-KHz
> filter, or can it be as simple as just selecting the filter?
> 
> I've used similar filters for the FT-1000MP, and had no problem making
> signals
> intelligible when switching between wide and narrow SSB filters. 

Jeff, the 1.8Khz roofing filter is very usable (preferred) in contest condx,
but you will have to adjust the shift downwards for maximum intelligibility
as you narrow the bandwidth.

In ssb contests, I usually just set width narrow, adjust shift and leave the
K3 there for the entire contest.

73,
Barry N1EU

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