[Lowfer] LF Beacon NC operating mode/schedule

[Dexter McIntyre W4DEX]

Due to all the frequency and mode changing that I have been doing with
the beacon recently I have added a "Current Beacon Status" page that I
will update when changes occur.  From the page below click on "Current
Beacon Statue".

http://www.gostanly.com/w4dex/


As requested by several operators I have moved the JASON test
transmission up the band to 186.186 kHz.  This moves the signal farther
from LORAN which is a problem in some areas.  Also the East Coast
stations have a problem with a 177 kHz German BC station during prime
listening times.  

The JASON signal is on the air now and I will keep the TX buffer
loaded.  The last load will be around midnight EST which should keep it
sending until maybe 2 a.m. EST.  When the text buffer empties JASON
sends idle tones which can be viewed at QRSS10 rate.  The tones are
about +/- 4 kHz from the center frequency.  The idle signal will remain
on overnight.

Alberto plans to add a TX text loop back feature for beaconing which
will be great for us Lowfers.  Also a new narrow band format will be
released soon.  The new version will not be compatible with the present
load so be alert for updates.

Make my time spent in the cold rain on a metal roof tuning the coil to
the new frequency worthwhile by sending all reports be it partial or
good copy.

73,
Dexter, W4DEX

http://www.gostanly.com/w4dex/

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