Using JT65-HF
Before making your first attempt at a JT65a QSO please confirm you have completed the
following checklist.
Your call sign and grid have been set to correct values. TX will not be available if
either your call sign or grid is not properly configured.
PTT and (if used) Rig control is properly configured and tested.
Your computer's time is synchronized properly with UTC. The built in time sync
methods in Windows XP/Vista/7 is not an acceptable time sync solution. For
options see Appendix E – JT65 and Time Sync.
Know that JT65a is a transmission lasting (approximately) 48 seconds and running
high power levels may overheat your rig.
Know that JT65a is meant to make exceedingly weak signal contacts and running
more power than necessary is neither of use or 'friendly' to others sharing the limited
space we have.
Know the proper sequence of a 'standard' JT65 QSO.
Before getting to using JT65-HF I would suggest that you skip ahead to Appendix A – The
JT65 Protocol and, at least, get an idea of how the JT65 protocol works, its advantages and
why it is so [seemingly] limited in some ways.
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