BG7OIY Here's how FM Satellite Communication works:🤣The current FM satellite passing times are very short, for example, the ISS typically only has 10 minutes. Therefore, speaking quickly allows you to complete a QSO as soon as possible and make way for other hams to use this valuable passing window, which is a considerate gesture. My suggestion is:
1. Be familiar with the letter-to-word association method. So that when someone says a word, you immediately know what letter it corresponds to. Prioritize the standard letter-to-word association method; other commonly used methods are available as backup (some people use them even during star calls).
2. Record and listen to each broadcast every time. If you don't understand a particular broadcast, it's usually because the speed is too fast, the explanations are unconventional, or the English accent is unfamiliar (as with many JA broadcasts). This is similar to listening to foreign language audio; just keep practicing and getting used to the pace. Also, familiarize yourself with common non-standard explanations. When you find a section where the broadcast call sign is mentioned and you don't understand, slow down to 0.75x speed and listen repeatedly twice.
3. In practice, when I encounter a station with a fast transmission rate, it's difficult to copy the call sign and also make a CQ call. The best approach is to listen for one QSO round, observe how the other party repeats their call sign, and if you can successfully copy their repeated call sign and have established contact, then simply follow that pattern.
4. When you frequently contact the same station, you will develop a basic impression of their call sign and speaking style, which can aid in identification. Sometimes, when you hear a very fast QSO, it's actually because both parties are familiar with each other, allowing for a natural pace based on "voice recognition."🤣
Additionally, a friend on the second floor, using the callsign BG5GDP on FM Star, has a very beginner-friendly setup with clear transmissions. If you encounter him, you might try to make contact – it could be your first FM Star QSO.😊
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