Because of the digital nature of this system and possible latency, we follow a refined operating style.
Your callsign is automatically transmitted and displayed every time you key up on all connected devices and dashboards.
DO NOT
ID everyone in a round-robin or group conversation. Simply turn it over to the next station by name or callsign. Your ID is already sent automatically.
DO
Say your callsign, listen for a moment, then speak again. Or check the dashboard and call a specific station.
DO NOT
Use "CQCQCQ", "waiting for a call", "listening through", or similar solicitation phrases.
DO
Simply say your callsign and listen. This is the preferred way to join the conversation.
DO NOT
Give your callsign in phonetics on every transmission unless clarification is needed.
DO
Leave a short pause after keying up before speaking. This ensures all nodes properly activate.