Hello Andy, It's a very good idea.
But are the decimals necessary? It easier to remind "14.078" KHz than "14.078.4" KHz. >where the membership can initiate CQ calls and initiate QSOs But also beaconing for experimentations... > A frequency in the 10 MHz would be very nice as this band is good more often > than 14 MHz (10140 to 10150 KHz in Region 1 for digimodes). 73 Patrick ----- Original Message ----- From: Andrew O'Brien To: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2006 5:16 PM Subject: [digitalradio] Revised calling frequency guidelines Comments welcome. To encourage digital mode activity, especially activity with some of the experimental modes, the digitalradio group has suggested calling frequencies as follows : 20 Meters: Primary : 14.078.4 (14077.4 and 1000 Hz AF frequency) Secondary: 14.076.4 (14075.4 and 1000 Hz AF frequency) 80 Meters : Primary : 3583 (3582 dial) Secondary: 3584.5 Other Bands : To Be Determined. These are frequencies where the membership can initiate CQ calls and initiate QSOs. By calling CQ is a focused frequency range it is hoped that our "noise" will stir more activity and interest in the digital modes. This is for ALL digital modes except SSTV and digital voice. Give 'em all a try! Suggested guidelines: Listen first for at least 60 seconds, call QRL. Maintain control of your station at all times. Unattended operations are discouraged. If the Primary calling frequency is occupied , the secondary frequency is recommended. Setting your digital modes software waterfall to a 3 KHz display should allow you to visually and audibly monitor both frequencies. Moving off the calling frequency is not necessary but if you voluntarily elect to move off the frequency , it is recommended that you move up/down in increments of 1500 Hz.
