Thanks for the SPAM.
Didn't realize I was tuned in to talk radio. :rolleyes:
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On Sat, 2008-01-12 at 08:42 -0800, R. David Eagle furiously typed:
> Hello all - This is an observation and not a complaint.
>
> Over the last few months, I have noticed a growing problem with people that
> are using computers/soundcards interfaced to their HF rigs. On numerous
> occasions I hear the familiar MS Windows chimes coming through on someones
> QSO. (i.e. new mail notifications, error beeps, and many others) I even
> heard someone typing on their keyboard while listening to PSK on 20 Meters
> and not to mention a dogbarking in the back ground. Though the user may be
> unaware of this while he/she is operating - here are a couple tips to rid
> this issue.
>
> 1. Build yourself a PTT keying circuit or purchase a commercial interface
> and stay away from VOX.
> 2. Disable the common windows sounds(new mail notification, start
> navigation, etc etc) if you have a dedicated computer.
> 3. If you have a computer that mixes the line in or mic from the front of
> the computer with the jacks on the back of the computer, unplug your desk mic
> that may pick up any unwanted audio. i.e. don't leave your computer mic
> plugged in if you have the audio piped in through another input.
> 4. Monitor your transmit audio for any beeps, blings, or other sounds.
>
> This may seem obvious, but I'm currently listening to 2 of these issues on 20
> meters
>
> 73's es GD DX
>
> Dave
> KB8NNU
>
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