G3XDV writes:
My question about linear amplifiers sparked some useful
dialogue about eliminating the need for linears.
If a new data mode is to be developed, it seems to me that
two modes are needed. One for 'local' working in a CW
bandwidth for those who do not wish to learn CW. The
other in a much narrower bandwidth - the limiting factor
being Loran lines - for intercontinental working.
As so few stations have linear power amplifiers, I wonder if
"keyboard activity" (particularly for "local ragchews") could
be encouraged by using an "old" mode such as fsk(rtty?) ?
Many of us have the necessary software (some may still have
the hardware!!).
Brian G3YKB
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