presents the wonderful world ofsoundcardsoftware copyright west mountain radio 2001
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Presents
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The The
Wonderful World Wonderful World
of of
SoundcardSoundcard
SoftwareSoftware
Copyright West Mountain Radio 2001
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Why Soundcard Modes?
• An alternative to CW• Ability to get through QRM
– Many modes use forward error correction– Code Design– Better signal strength at receive end
• Ability to transmit large volumes of data accurately, consistently– This varies by mode
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Why Use the Soundcard?
• A common component to most computers• No need for an expensive TNC or SSTV
controller• Interface between computer and radio is
simple• The computer is much more powerful than
any stand alone TNC
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Soundcard ModesKeyboard to Keyboard
– RTTY– Stream– MT63– Hellschrieber
– PSK31– Packet– Amtor– APRS
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High-speed FSKHot New ModeModest Station RequirementsCheck our web site for the Link
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Soundcard ModesVisual
– SSTV• Color• B & W
– Fax– WX Fax
• receive only
– Hellschrieber
And this is just the beginning!
New modes are developed regularly.
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But its Not Just for Data!
• Voice Keying• Announcements• Repeater
Control– Simplex – Duplex– Autopatch
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What do I Need??Transceiver
Computer and Software
Interface
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What Rig?
• Must have these qualities– capable of SSB and/or FM– stable oscillator
• Most modern rigs will work
• Some specifically designed for digital– Warbler from NJ-QRP– PSK20 from Small Wonder Labs
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PSK-80 “Warbler” from NJ-QRP
Design by NN1G
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PSK-20 from Small Wonder Labs
Design by NN1G
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What Computer/OS?
• Software Dependent– Most programs need a 100-133mhz Pentium or
better– Some will run on a FAST (66mhz+) 486DX
– Most require a 16bit soundcard • Standard for Pentium
– Most require Windows 95 minimum• A few will run on Windows 3.1• Fewer still are DOS programs
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What Software?• Single Mode
– winPSKse– DigiPan– W1QSL PSK– MMTTY– Chromapics
• Mutlimode– HamScope– RadioCom– JVcomm32– TrueTTY
Too many to mention here.
Check out all the software listed on the
West Mountain Radio Links page
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What makes an good Interface?
• Isolation of computer audio from transceiver
• Attenuation of speaker/line level output
• Matching audio to mic level
• Push to talk keying via COM port
• Isolation of all grounds
• Easy to hook up
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Who Makes a Great Interface?
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Tips for Good Output
• Learn your Windows Audio Control– Separate Play and Record Settings– Some programs will change the settings
• Let ALC be your guide– Adjust output so that audio is just
below the ALC trigger level– Drive too hard and folks will complain
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This Your Output
This Your Input
Access this screen by clicking on OPTIONS
Know Your Controls
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The Elegant Solution for Your Interfacing Needs
RIGblaster
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General Features
• PTT control via a serial line• Prevents ground loops• Matching of computer speaker/line level output to
mic level input• Plug and Play installation
– plugs directly into the mic jack on your transceiver– uses existing jacks on computer and rig
• Can be used with almost any brand and model of radio.
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General Features
• PTT override of digital transmission– (RIGblaster and Plus only)
• RF bypassing through out the audio circuit• Solid heavy gauge precision punched metal case• PC board made to ASTM 610 standard
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NOMIC
• Replaces your microphone
• Requires no external power
• Ideal for portable operations
• Not suited for
• SSTV Legal issue
• Voice Keying
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RIGblaster
• Goes in-line with your mic
• Allows seamless changes from voice to data– ideal for voice keying and SSTV
• Proven design with over 10,000 units sold and in use
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RIGblaster Plus
• All the same features of our other products PLUS– direct CW keying via serial line– direct FSK keying via serial line– PTT foot switch jack – 1/4” headphone jack on front panel– directed RTS, DTR, TXD serial control– helper LEDs to confirm serial performance
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This presentation was brought to you by:
Dan N1ZZ
Del K1UHF
Ned KA1CVV
Ed K3EIN
John N1OLO
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For Ordering Information
Please Contact Us
www.westmountainradio.com
or call
(203) 853-8080
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