Attend this free Webinar presented by AMSAT SA and SARL on Monday 11 August at 20:00 SAST
Derek Gravett ZS5Y will be introducing you to MSK144, one of the most effective digital modes designed specifically for this purpose.
MSK144 is part of the WSJT-X suite developed by Nobel laureate Joe Taylor, K1JT. It uses fast, efficient minimum-shift keying to capture those fleeting bursts of reflected signals from meteor trails—bursts that may last only fractions of a second! With this mode, VHF and UHF operators can achieve contacts of 500 to 2 000 kilometres or more, even when the bands seem completely dead.
In this presentation, we’ll explore how meteor scatter works, why MSK144 has become the preferred mode for modern operators, and the practical setup you need to start making your own ‘cosmic’ contacts. By the end, you’ll see how a simple meteor can become your best friend on the airwaves.”
To join the seminar is free but registration is required. Visit www.amsatsa.org.za for more information and the registration form link