Do ham radio operators still send QSL cards?
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Do ham radio operators still send QSL cards?
Some hams still do send out QSL cards, or send them in reply or if requested. Collecting cards is a fun aspect of ham radio. Many cards are interesting or unique. Besides tradition, a sense of satisfaction, and general fun, QSO confirmation in the form of valid QSL is a basic requirement for most operating awards.
What does RRR mean in FT8?
A Typical FT8 QSO
| A Typical FT8 QSO | |
|---|---|
| “IZ1M KI7PO RRR” | KI7PO tells IZ1M, “Reception Report Received” (This can also be shortened to “RR73” indicating, “Report Received 73,” which would be a completed QSO) |
| “KI7PO IZ1M 73” | IZ1M says “Best regards” (“73”) |
What dies QSL mean?
QSL card derived its name from the Q code “QSL”. A Q code message can stand for a statement or a question (when the code is followed by a question mark). (note the question mark) means “Do you confirm receipt of my transmission?” while ‘QSL’ (without a question mark) means “I confirm receipt of your transmission.”
What is the difference between FT4 and FT8?
Introduction: FT4 is an experimental digital mode designed specifically for radio contesting. T/R sequences are 6 seconds long, so FT4 is 2.5 × faster than FT8 and about the same speed as RTTY for radio contesting. FT4 can work with signals 10 dB weaker than needed for RTTY, while using much less bandwidth.
What is the best software for FT8?
WSJT-X is the most popular software for FT8. This great program is not only free but versions are available for Windows-based PCs and Macintosh OS, Linux (with pre-compiled Debian, Fedora and Raspbian distros).
What should be on a QSL card?
A QSL card should contain sufficient information to confirm a ham radio contact. Normally the card is pre-printed with the call sign of the originating ham radio station placed prominently on it. In addition to this the ham radio QSL card should have a number of other details.