[digitalradio] Re: Consensus on power/audio setting

2007-10-08 Thread ai4of
--- In digitalradio@yahoogroups.com, "Paul" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Long ago, when I started with PSK31, the word was - use low power. > Dial the rig down (approximately 20-35) watts,adjust mic gain for ALC > flicker, then back mic gain off a smidge. > > But I've been out of digital mode fo

[digitalradio] Re: Consensus on power/audio setting

2007-10-07 Thread jgorman01
You are dealing with two issues here, continuous power output and distortion caused by ALC. PSK31 is basically like turning your transmitter on continuously. If your rig is rated for continuous full output then you should have no problem. Please recognize that most amateur rigs are rated for i