[FCARC] Digital Mode Workshop May 4th and 11th

[Craig Szczublewski]

I am going to be conducting a two part digital mode workshop at the Delta 
Masonic Lodge (400 Main St, Delta, OH) the first couple of Saturdays in May from 
10:00am to 2:00pm.  The goal is to provide an introduction to sound card digital 
modes in the HF bands.  The first Saturday will consist of computer to rig 
interfacing concepts, installation of software, and basic computer setup.  The 
end goal of the first Saturday is to give you the tools to interface your rig to 
your PC for receiving so you can listen to and view various digital modes on the 
HF bands.  The second Saturday will get more in depth with popular digital 
modes, conducting QSO's, contesting, advanced software setup and utilities like 
logging and spotting.  The goal at the end of the second Saturday is to give you 
the information to go out and make your first contact.  I will be setting up a 
working digital configuration on HF, so we can make some live contacts and have 
some fun with it.  There is no cost for class, and no need to bring any 
equipment with you.

As most of you in the club know, I have been experimenting with digital modes 
for the past few years, even running a digital station at the past couple of 
Field Days.  I am not an expert in digital, but I hope to get you off on the 
right foot since it can be a bit overwhelming at first.  I hope to see you all 
in May!

Craig Szczublewski - KD8KBU