[Lowfer] WE2XGR/2 in GMSK mode 478.000 kHz

[jrusgrove at comcast.net]

Thanks to Jon, David and Andy for the GMSK reports. XGR/2 now off.

Jay W1VD  WD2XNS  WE2XGR/2




----- Original Message ----- 
From: <jrusgrove at comcast.net>
To: "Discussion of the Lowfer (US, European, &amp;UK) and MedFer bands" <lowfer at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Saturday, March 16, 2013 7:06 PM
Subject: [Lowfer] WE2XGR/2 in GMSK mode 478.000 kHz


> WE2XGR/2 will be testing in GMSK (Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying) speed 31.25 on 478.000 kHz (dial) 
> +800
> for the next several hours. Current transmitter power level is noted in the message. Suitable
> software for decoding (MMVari) can be found at  http://hamsoft.ca/pages/mmvari.php . Sound card
> setup, etc is similar to most other digital communication programs. Select GMSK mode and 31.25
> speed from the pull down boxes. Set RX to 800 and receiver dial to 478.000 USB (unless you prefer
> other settings). If you're unsure of your sound card sampling rate it's probably best to run with
> AFC on.
>
> While not a 'weak signal' mode at these speeds, reports from near and far are appreciated. Always
> especially interested in observations of 'static resistance' and 'fade recovery' ... the two main
> issues with digital modes.
>
> Jay W1VD  WD2XNS  WE2XGR/2
>
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