[RTTY] rtty power

[Dave Barr RDS Inc]

I agree that 50 - 100 watts is plenty for most RTTY work, and overkill
for PSK in many instances, but bear in mind that a lot of good Q's can
be had with QRP - 5 watts or less.  Admittedly a yagi is of help, but
even with a dipole a great deal can be worked.  K2YG has worked 225
countries using  RTTY qrp, and has a lot of fun and 500 plus Qs in a few
contests.  Running over 100 watts is usually helpful only in DX pileups,
and then knowing where, when and how to call is probably more important.

73 
Dave, K2YG

Ben Grokett wrote:
> 
> Bill, most people use between 50 to 100 watts and do just fine on rtty.   Many others will use a moderate level such as in the 300-400 watt level to overcome losses typical with the mode.   A few run the full legal limit (1500 w) when dx'ing or during contests.
> 
> Ben,  KR6E