I think you're a little bit confused regarding the baud rate. The baud rate you set on your device manager has nothing to do with the radio communication speed, it is setting up the speed between the computer and your radio or interface. It is the application on your computer that decides and sets the baud rate for the actual radio communications. I usually set the baud rate in the device manager much higher than the radio communication baud rate because the communication channel between the computer and the interface has to manage much more data that what is finally transmitted on the radio waves
New ham here. One of my next purchases will be a digirig. I'm a little bit North of you in NC so very interested to get WinLink setup on VHF and my oddity radio. Thanks to your videos I'm going to look into FSQ on 6m if I can get ahold of a 6m SSB that won't break the bank. Thank you for putting information out that works under the Tech privileges.
Thanks, I come and go with respect to Ham radio and sold my 100 watt transceivers 9 years ago & kept just two 5 to 7 watt Qrp HF Signals kit transceivers. What inspired me to set up an imverted V and dig out the rigs was the aim of receiving data out of or near Ukraine. Last night I thought that since PSK 31 ten years ago could be utilized really with no special interfaces other than the software on a computer having a soundcard that I should be able to use FLDigi and its schemes with my kit radios. I do have an inexpensive audio interface geared for podcasters and used it in my bag of tricks. Yes indeed I now have at least some of what FLdigi offers on both the 40 meter rig and general coverage rig without rig contro,l but I can do that so no problem for me at all. I do have more or less a desire to buy a new rig but having retired as a math instructor or lecturer I am not exactly swimming in money so my goal is either Xiegu's G90 or HF Signal's ubit version 6. I like QRP because it requires well designed antennas to work well and antennas brought me into the hobby, but there is not much difference as far as reach between a 20 watt rig & a 100 watt rig on the S meter so ideally I buy the G90, but even 10 watts from HF Signal's $200 kit is a nice add to what I currently have. Thanks again for the info & 73 de kc2wvb...
Nice to hear you are getting back into Ham Radio. The G90 is pretty popular for QRP but does take some tweaking to get up and running successfully. Like you said, it is all about the antenna. QRP is not forgiving so some skill is required to get the antenna working correctly. It is refreshing to hear to that you are ahead of the curve and well on your way. Keep me posted on your results!! Most importantly, have fun!!
In the Windows settings for the speakers and microphone, you can rename them from the generic naming to digirig or anything else to help you identify them in the future.
Absolutely. I chose not to since it would only confuse others watching this. I would get flooded with questions like "Mine doesn't look like this, how come?" You are one step ahead of all the others :-)
Great video MJ! FLDIGI, should the AGC & squelch be deselected or, do they have no affect like the frequency display? Also, how to adjust the green level to 55 - 60? Thanks! de WB3BIT
Turn AGC off in the Windows Sound Settings (deselect) as shown in the video. You can adjust your microphone settings in Windows Sound Settings and by simply turning the volume know on your HT or mobile rig.
I still don't understand who those messages you sent from Fldigi and JS8Call were meant for. You did not specify any recipients. Were those messages for whoever might have been tuned to those frequencies at that particular time? Another question: Could these digital modes be used on repeaters?
Most use Digital Apps as a directed message, by first including their call sign. Anyone can see the message, however the recipient understands, it is directed to them. The sent message will include the callsign of who sent the message. CQ is not directed but open to anyone who will respond. What you may be seeing are others having a QSO. Often Nets will use these various Digital apps. Their members will know what frequency, offset, op mode speed and a specific time established, to participate. Unless you know these parameters, you want see the decoded messages. Bad decodes look like random letters. Often from not using the right Op Mode, Speed or poor band conditions. With Fldigi, this is the case most of the time. Also, if you don't set your SQL correctly you get a lot of bad decode. Yes, it can be used on repeaters but would advise not doing this unless the group who owns / manages the repeater is cool with this. Groups like ARES will use them when emergencies happen.
I must be missing something, none of the settings windows you show resemble anything on this windows 10. is there an admin setting i need to activate in windows? i have noticed this with all the ham tutorial videos on YT. Pulling my hair out here trying to get windows figured out. i use JS8 on my linux computor without issue.
Hello @hamradiomadesimple I hope all is well. Great videos! I am fairly new to amateur radio. Listening for a few years on my Uniden Digital Scanner. Writing test soon for Basic licence. (canada) I just bought a used Yaseu FT840. Im building a dipole for 40m soon. Just ordered the parts. I feel the urgency due to the state the world is in. I live off grid for 6-7years now. I have a quick question that I hope you can answer. Can I do any sort of HF digital (maybe FSQ) on the FT840? It doesn't have the ports I don't think. Can you confirm please? Kind regard, Mario
Here is what I found online. The answer is yes BUT it looks like you need to build a special cable to make it work. Check out the link and read the string of responses of what Digirig said about what cables work with their gear: forum.digirig.net/t/yaesu-ft-840-and-digirig/370/2 I hope this helps.
Also, came across this " The FIF232C includes the required cable to most applicable Yaesu radios. However, the user must supply their own standard RS232 serial cable from the Yaesu FIF232C to their PC. This is a standard cable obtainable from most computer suppliers. You will need to note how may pins (such as 9 or 25) on our your serial port to obtain the correct cable."
You can try and it will work with AM / FM. With regards to UHF/VHF and HF, the best solution is getting an antenna that is calibrated to the specific wave length of the frequency you are working. You will find 1/2 or 1/4 wave length antennas around that frequency will work best. Random wire antennas (HF typically around 57-63 feet) work well. I hope this helps.
Brilliant info and run-through of the software etc. I'll be emailing you for the docs and will watch more of your videos. I only have HT's for now and want to try digital modes due to mic fright and health issues. Thanks again.👍🤠🇦🇺 de VK1DON
ARRL doesn't list any RTTY/Data frequencies. However, they show 144.90 through 145.10 for weak signal and simplex FM and, that 145.01, 03, 05, 07 and 09 are frequently used for packet. Flip a coin!
Here is the dilemma. AARL list which part of the digital bands you should use for what mode. It appears that no one is paying attention to this. CW is heard on the Digital Opp Modes and visa versa. Welcome to the Wild Wild West! He with more power wins. So QRP modes get overtaken by other Opp Modes that typically use more power. So much for the rule of law of ham radio.
Glad to hear it as I too am a prepper. Building out EMCOMM Plans / Nets for others to start their own. Hopefully in a few months, I can give others the keys to program...
