[Elecraft] Ideas for an FT8 Radio

[Carl Yaffey]

Rick, Thanks for this. Some people seem to think FT8 is a low power mode. It’s a weak signal mode. 
73, K8NU


> On Jan 1, 2019, at 11:56 PM, Rick Bates (WA6NHC) <wa6nhc at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> You run the amount of power required to make the contact, up to the legal limit.  If you wish to operate QRP, that’s your choice.
> 
> I remind you that RTTY is also digital and full legal limit is common; FT8 is semi-automated RTTY with complex pattern but improved reception.  High power is also common.  On some bands (160M) its nearly a requirement.
> 
> There is no difference between antenna gain, when possible or amp gain of equal dB raise.  Many folks can’t use improved antennas (no space or budget), so power is an answer. 
> 
> The true issue is when folks don’t run clean power.
> 
> 73,
> Rick wa6nhc
> 
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