[600MRG] WD2XNS WE2XGR/2 in GMSK mode

[jrusgrove at comcast.net]

WD2XNS will be testing in GMSK (Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying) speed 15.625 on 136.000 (dial) +800 
for the next several hours. Current transmitter power level is noted in the message. Suitable 
software for decoding (MMVari) can be found at  http://hamsoft.ca/pages/mmvari.php . Sound card 
setup, etc is similar to most other digital communication programs. Select GMSK mode and 15.625 
speed from the pull down boxes. Set RX to 800 and receiver dial to 136.000 USB (unless you prefer 
other settings). If you're unsure of your sound card sampling rate it's probably best to run with 
AFC on.

WE2XGR/2 will be testing GMSK 31.25 speed this evening. Time and frequency to be announced.

While not a 'weak signal' mode at these speeds, reports from near and far are appreciated. Always 
especially interested in observations of 'static resistance' and 'fade recovery' ... the two main 
issues with digital modes. Operation on 137 may be more of a 'local' event, but expect widespread 
coverage on 600 meters tonight.

Jay W1VD  WD2XNS  WE2XGR/2