As we are approaching the height of the current solar cycle 25, 6-meters has had quite a few openings recently.
Tag: FT8
PE1NNZ has updated the firmware (beta version) on the (tr)uSDX to add audio over USB. This allows for digital modes such as FT8 over USB without separate audio cables.
The QDX offers a unique approach to digital modes and is a high quality QRP transceiver. Packed with features, this kit is fantastic for ultra portable digital modes.
The (tr)uSDX can be used for FT8 and other digital modes by using it’s CAT capability and audio in/out jacks.
If you’ve heard of FT8 and wonder why this digital mode has become one of the most popular digital modes, but you question “why?” or you don’t have interest in it, read this post. It might provide some insight into what it is and why it’s so popular.
I hear many QSOs quite often from older amateurs who were around before these digital modes became so popular who don’t have any interest in FT8. I often wonder if it’s because they don’t see the purpose of it and how it fits into the hobby, or if they find it too much of a technical challenge to start using it.