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We are now testing the new features of PSKmail; APRS compatibility and rig control.

PSKmail is now able to send and receive short messages via the APRS backbone, rendering a world-wide messaging service. It even has a built-in answering machine, which lets you read your message history in connected mode, even if you have not been 'on-line' for a considerable time. I can now exchange messages with stations active in the 2 meters band in California, and I do it via Per's PSKmail server in Stockholm on 30 meters.

I also implemented a frequency scheduler. The hamlib library does all the work, I only have to make up a frequency schedule and the server will follow. Provided of course that the rig is remote controllable.

UBUNTU-5.10 now supports my USB/RS232 converter (Sitecom) out of the box, and I have tested the stuff with the ORION, which worked fine.

We are planning to set up a server in a rural area here, which will switch between 30 and 80 meters depending on time of the day. I will try to use my old OMNI VI plus which has a 250 Hz filter. The only thing is the multband antenna. Hopefully we get it installed before we leave for the GREAT TRIP in a few weeks.