Re: [digitalradio] CSS releases EmComm Ops Radio Software for Packet Radio
My mail box has a Thompson filter .. S Dan Hensley wrote: There are those of us who do not wish to be bombarded by Fred's muck mire, especially in the body of an e-mail. Beyond that, you know as do all of us that posting a copy of a thread from another forum is a huge no-no due to copyright infringement. --- On Wed, 10/1/08, Mark Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Mark Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [digitalradio] CSS releases EmComm Ops Radio Software for Packet Radio To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], digitalradio@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 6:09 PM W4PC QRZ Member CSS releases EmComm Ops! EmComm Ops Radio Software Now Available Creative Services Software Releases New Addition to Its Radio Operations Center Software Suite for Packet Radio FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Muscle Shoals, AL, September 30, 2008 —Creative Services Software, Inc. (CSS) today announced the availability of EmComm Ops™, a new software solution for packet radio operations. Designed primarily for emergency radio communications, EmComm Ops helps amateur (Ham), commercial and MARS radio operators connect to, access, integrate and operate packet radio stations with a Windows PC or laptop from a fixed station or in the field. EmComm Ops is the first addition to CSS’ recently-rebranded Radio Operations Center™ (ROC) product line. The just-released version of EmComm Ops supports Kantronics and Timewave/AEA TNCs. A version for MFJ TNCs is now in beta testing and is available for pre-order or trial download. The pending release of EmComm Ops for MFJ hardware is in response to the recent re-introduction of TNC solutions by MFJ Enterprises. At an introductory price of $29.95, EmComm Ops offers radio operators an efficient and affordable entry into advanced software-enhanced packet and radio control. For operators who require support beyond packet radio, CSS’ ROC Digital Desktop™ ($99.95) offers a step up that supports the classic HF digital modes, as well as support for soundcard-based radio modes including PSK-31 and MT-63. EmComm Ops allows users to control radios, TNCs, rotors, and to access logging applications, call books and more — all from within a single Microsoft Windows application. Unlike MS-DOS or Windows 3.1-based radio software, EmComm Ops is a 32-bit Windows application designed from the ground up for Windows 2000, XP and Vista, offering users true multitasking, seamless integration of other radio or PC productivity tools, and the ability to take full advantage of the speed and processing power of the latest Windows-based computers. Operators can control radio transmissions while simultaneously running logging programs, call book programs or any Windows application (including Microsoft Office). “True multitasking means that EmComm operators can send and receive packet communications while simultaneously relaying messages to families and rescue personnel in e-mail,” said Rick Ruhl, W4PC, CSS president and chief architect of the company’s software suite. “And in emergency situations where communications infrastructure has been compromised or conditions limit reliable radio operation, messages can be noted in a text or Microsoft Word file, then imported into EmComm Ops to be re-transmitted at a later time when conditions improve. Operators can also export messages to a file to document communications. Of course, simple Windows cut-and-paste is also supported.” EmComm Ops supports emergency operations by accelerating, streamlining and automating packet radio. Features include: • One-click access to any data stream, packet mode, radio, TNC and rotor for quicker response in an emergency. • Support for multiple packet radio data streams, connection types and transmit/receive/ listen modes. Up to 25 packet conversations and links can be managed when used with a Kantronics TNC, and up to nine with Timewave/AEA TNCs. • Built-in and customizable macros that automate common commands. • Support for dual TNCs, allowing radio amateurs to work in multiple packet modes simultaneously. • Multiple monitor windows, including separate windows for network traffic. • Robust support for packet mailboxes, including point-and-click settings for multiple TNC start-up/shut- down commands. Operators can manage Packet bulletin board systems from the TNC, even when the software and computer are shut down. • Robust file transfer capabilities in ASCII (text) or binary (data) formats, with an unlimited buffer for ASCII file transfers. • A built-in mini logging program built on a Microsoft Access database, plus interoperability with Log Window and DX4Win software. • Multiple call-book integration. • Compatibility with over 70 radios from leading manufacturers including ICOM, Kenwood, Tentec, Yeasu and Alinco. • Includes an advanced
Re: [digitalradio] Re: ASCII ?
jhaynesatalumni wrote: I guess some people thought it was a Big Deal, but there were lots of reasons why it didn't go anywhere. I'd say the overriding one is that with 60 wpm Baudot RTTY the bit length is 22 milliseconds. With 100 wpm ASCII 110 baud the bit length is 9 milliseconds. That means 2.4 times the bandwidth, and correspondingly more noise sensitivity. Maybe for VHF local work it wouldn't matter; but for HF that's a big penalty. And we were already running 500 watts or so to get good copy on RTTY. One very important reason is (I)nter (S)ymbol (I)nterference, or ISI, when one delayed (by multipath) symbol steps on the following one, confusing the demodulator and creating lots of garbage. A long symbol may allow reflections to die and the demodulator to output some meaningful data, but a shorter one also has smaller probabilities of hitting the nail on the head. The idea of longer symbols crafted for multipath environments is exploited in OFDM systems, together with some measure of FEC, if not using also ARQ, to assure the correct reception of data, whatever the message content may be. 73, Jose, CO2JA
Re: [digitalradio] ASCII ?
John Becker, WØJAB wrote: Still a lot of machines out there still working after all these years. Gee it would be so nice if the software writers would do the same. John, W0JAB John, It is the ongoing fashion, nothing else. Life cycles are shorter nowadays. There are many old american cars from the fifties running in Havana streets, and even a few Model T Fords too, that tourists love to see. They were built to last. Modern operating systems are short cycle mutants. Quite often, the change is introduced seeking for profits, and nothing else. I am not against changes for better, but there was a GM - Microsoft controversy that ended with a caustic reply from the GM's President that explained it too well. 73, Jose, CO2JA
Re: [digitalradio] Re: CSS releases EmComm Ops Radio Software for Packet Radio
It may have been that you were awake while Snow White slept... 73, Jose, CO2JA -- Andrew O'Brien wrote: Is my brain dead? I may be missing the point of this product, I read the manual and it says PSK31 is a new mode and it references 20 year old concepts . Seems like a step backwards to me. Andy
[digitalradio] Re: ASCII ?
--- In digitalradio@yahoogroups.com, Jose A. Amador [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: but there was a GM - Microsoft controversy that ended with a caustic reply from the GM's President that explained it too well. That's interesting, because I think it was GM that is generally credited with inventing planned obsolescence and the annual model change.
RE: [digitalradio] Re: ASCII ?
The CEO of GM once said that What is good for GM is good for the country. From: digitalradio@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of jhaynesatalumni Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 8:47 AM To: digitalradio@yahoogroups.com Subject: [digitalradio] Re: ASCII ? --- In digitalradio@yahoogroups.com mailto:digitalradio%40yahoogroups.com , Jose A. Amador [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: but there was a GM - Microsoft controversy that ended with a caustic reply from the GM's President that explained it too well. That's interesting, because I think it was GM that is generally credited with inventing planned obsolescence and the annual model change.
[digitalradio] QRV MT63 14106
All, QRV MT63 -- 14106.0 @ 2330z Tony, K2MO
[digitalradio] odd signal on 80M?
Several of us in a regional et o 80M heard an odd sound every few mniutes . Sounded like a space ship taking off. check the sound via http://www.obriensweb/com/odd.wav You can hear it changing in pitch, I re-tune evrry few seconds. I followed it from 3832 LSB to 3825, it keeps o going and then returns to 3832 for a re-do. Military? It was heard by some hams 175 miles away from me. -- Andy K3UK
[digitalradio] Re: odd signal on 80M?
make that http://www.obriensweb.com/odd.wav On Thu, Oct 2, 2008 at 8:08 PM, Andrew O'Brien [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Several of us in a regional et o 80M heard an odd sound every few mniutes . Sounded like a space ship taking off. check the sound via http://www.obriensweb/com/odd.wav You can hear it changing in pitch, I re-tune evrry few seconds. I followed it from 3832 LSB to 3825, it keeps o going and then returns to 3832 for a re-do. Military? It was heard by some hams 175 miles away from me. -- Andy K3UK -- Andy K3UK
Re: [digitalradio] Re: ASCII ?
Well, what I meant (I don't remember the exact quote right now) is that the steering wheel and the pedals remain in the same place and react in a similar way, you don't have to learn anything basically new. Highways don't need to be modified, either... Jose, CO2JA Tom Tcimpidis wrote: The CEO of GM once said that “What is good for GM is good for the country.” *From:* digitalradio@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] *On Behalf Of *jhaynesatalumni *Sent:* Thursday, October 02, 2008 8:47 AM *To:* digitalradio@yahoogroups.com *Subject:* [digitalradio] Re: ASCII ? --- In digitalradio@yahoogroups.com mailto:digitalradio%40yahoogroups.com, Jose A. Amador [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: but there was a GM - Microsoft controversy that ended with a caustic reply from the GM's President that explained it too well. That's interesting, because I think it was GM that is generally credited with inventing planned obsolescence and the annual model change. Announce your digital presence via our Interactive Sked Page at http://www.obriensweb.com/sked 30M digital activity at http://www.projectsandparts.com/30m Recommended software : DM780, Multipsk, FLDIGI, Winwarbler ,MMVARI. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/digitalradio/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/digitalradio/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [digitalradio] Re: odd signal on 80M?
IT MT-63 TXED IN USB LOOKS TO BE 2KWIDE NOT SURE ON ITERLEAVE AROUND 382O USB - Original Message From: Andrew O'Brien [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: DIGITALRADIO digitalradio@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, October 2, 2008 8:10:09 PM Subject: [digitalradio] Re: odd signal on 80M? make that http://www.obriensw eb.com/odd. wav On Thu, Oct 2, 2008 at 8:08 PM, Andrew O'Brien andrewobrie@ gmail.com wrote: Several of us in a regional et o 80M heard an odd sound every few mniutes . Sounded like a space ship taking off. check the sound via http://www.obriensw eb/com/odd. wav You can hear it changing in pitch, I re-tune evrry few seconds. I followed it from 3832 LSB to 3825, it keeps o going and then returns to 3832 for a re-do. Military? It was heard by some hams 175 miles away from me. -- Andy K3UK -- Andy K3UK
[digitalradio] Olivia Signal?
Just curiosity Can anybody identify what mode is using a signal on 3.733 (80m). I am trying to decode digital sstv on that frequency, however most of the time I hear a clicking multitone sound like Olivia sending beacons, maybe trying to establish a connection, it keeps transmitting multitones for a while, sometimes more than 2 minutes, making my decoding a mess. The beacon of the signal usually starts with several digital carriers sweeping in frequency on the waterfall, large bandwidth and when transmitting the multitones make a characteristic picture of small squares like a chess board, I don't see any pilot carriers. Rui,CT1QK
