[TVARC] Alphanumeric Characters in FT8 Responses

[K2PS Pete Stafford]

Yes, and no clue.  

 

Pete

 

From: tvarc-bounces at mailman.qth.net <tvarc-bounces at mailman.qth.net> On Behalf Of Ed Deichler
Sent: Saturday, June 8, 2024 10:07 AM
To: villages reflector <TVARC at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [TVARC] Alphanumeric Characters in FT8 Responses

 

I'm sure many have noticed the "a#" (a2, a3, a7, etc.) characters that occur in the response line when working stations in FT8.  I haven't been able to find an explanation as to what they mean.

 

Anybody have a clue?

 

73 de Ed

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