[SixClub] 6 meters and FM

[John Geiger]

Hi Trent,

I have had a FT8900 in the past. Used it very little
on 6 meter FM, but 10 meter FM is a blast.  The
crossband capability is great-you can work 10 meters
while walking around the house with an HT.  Should be
able to do the same with 6.  There is decent activity
on 6 meter FM, but not as much as on SSB.  I have
worked several new grids from this QTH on FM, and my
first 6 meter QSO ever with Arkansas came on FM (when
I was in EN51).  I wouldn't want to be limited to only
6 meter FM, but it is a nice addition to SSB, and the
FT8900 with its crossband repeat abilities might give
you the opportunity to get in on some 6 meter openings
that you might otherwise miss.  FM is better than QRT.

73s John NE0P
 
--- KG4ZDM at aol.com wrote:
> Guys,
> 
> How much real DX opportunity exists on FM?  I've
> become interested in the 
> Yaesu FT8900 quad band mobile - would it be useful
> for anything on 6 other than 
> local repeaters?  Does anyone have any experience
> with the 8900?  Either as a 
> mobile or a base?  What about antenna options?
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Trent
> KG4ZDM
> 6mtr #2037
> 
> Lake Mary, FL (Seminole)
> Longitude: 81° 19' 5" W (-81.3181°)
> Latitude: 28° 45' 31" N (28.7586°)
> Grid: EL98
> >
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