[RTTY] New Radio...FSK and all that other stuff.

[Thom]

Everybody has an opinion and I do too.  Let's dive into this.

First the New Radio project is on hold for now.   I like my TS-480sat 
and I probably will get another one next year.  Right now I want a 5 
watt CW radio that I can take portable. I like to build kits so that is 
the route I am taking.

As for FSK...my issue deals with the fact that my TS-480 does not show 
my true transmit frequency when using AFSK on LSB.  My transmit is 2.1 
Khz lower.  Running True FSK on this radio will fix that.  I am 
purchasing a RigExpert TI-8 Data and Radio Interface with the matching 
cable for my TS-480.

I have used MMTYY and 2 Tone and I really do not have a preference for 
either one.  I use MMTTY for general RTTY QSO's and for testing.

All this being said...what I have is what I am going to use and MMTTY, 2 
Tone and RTTY bandwidth is what it is going to be. All I can do is build 
the best I can with my limited resources.

Right now my current project is a new operating desk.  Glass top desks 
are not the best for that.  Ever tried to drill holes in glass?  I will 
make a new one out of 2 x 4 lumber and Melanine sheets.

RTTY is my primary mode and I build most of my stuff to that end.  I am 
also a big fan of CW and I use that mode a lot when I am not 
contesting.  I don't even own a microphone.

I hope you all had a great weekend past and take care.

73

Thom KI8W