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Fldigi help nov 20161/21/2024 Once you have it downloaded, follow the steps below:ġ) Click on configure, then the operator tab and enter your FCC call sign. To get started, you will need to download fldigi.Ĭonfiguring fldigi is quick and simple. Once you have your gear, review the Signalink manual that came with your equipment to get your jumpers or Plug & Play installed. The purpose of the Signalink device is to act as an external sound card for your computer, making it compatible with other users’ computers. TigerTronics has a customer service department if needed. Verify you are ordering the correct Signal Link and Jumper for your specific radio. NOTE: The Signal Link and Plug & Play linked above is for the BaoFeng UV-5R. Here is a picture of an example of a basic digital comms setup:ġ) Computer (laptop, netbook, etc.) to run the free downloaded copy of fldigiģ) Signal Link USB for UV-5R (comes with cables and jumpers)Ĥ) Plug & Play Jumper (recommended for easier set up instead of using jumpers) However, it does not require an internet connection for transmitting and receiving-it uses radio waves. It just sounds like a ‘humming or buzzing’ noise while transmitting to anyone monitoring the frequency without the digital equipment.ĭigital communications does require a computer since it uses software such as fldigi. Another benefit is, digital communication can only be ‘decoded’ by others set up for digital communications. NOTE: A Ham License is required to TRANSMIT on digital modesĭigital communications requires less power, transmits farther and is reliable even in poor conditions. Once you get your digital communications running, help others in your network and consider starting a local digital net! This post will show you what basic equipment is needed to get started. Digital communications is not as scary as it sounds.
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