Here is the 'homepage' for the contest: World Wide Digi DX Contest 2019
Here is the "Webinar", on youtube, describing the contest, some history leading up to implementation, and general information about these 'FT8/4 - modes': Webinar
WW Digi will utilize a distance-based scoring system to measure operators' abilities at making DX contacts across the 6 HF amateur radio bands. Contacts will earn points based on the distance between grid square centers of the two stations. This will encourage operators to seek out long distance weak signal contacts that highlight the technical advantages of the new digital modes.
A multiplier will be given for each new 2-character grid field contacted on each band. The final score will the product of the total contact points times the number of grid fields contacted.
Single and multi-operators are welcome to operate as much or as little of the 24-hour contest period as they wish.
The contest has been designed to enable making contacts utilizing standard WSJT-X software behavior, making it easy for non-contesters to participate. At the same time, the contest supports some new techniques that will encourage operating innovation. Robotic operation is specifically prohibited in order to keep the human element as part of the game.
Serious contesters and casual participants alike can make ham radio history and have fun as the hobby pioneers the exciting world of digital communication. WWROF hopes the WW Digi DX Contest will attract new digital operators into contesting.
A multiplier will be given for each new 2-character grid field contacted on each band. The final score will the product of the total contact points times the number of grid fields contacted.
Single and multi-operators are welcome to operate as much or as little of the 24-hour contest period as they wish.
The contest has been designed to enable making contacts utilizing standard WSJT-X software behavior, making it easy for non-contesters to participate. At the same time, the contest supports some new techniques that will encourage operating innovation. Robotic operation is specifically prohibited in order to keep the human element as part of the game.
Serious contesters and casual participants alike can make ham radio history and have fun as the hobby pioneers the exciting world of digital communication. WWROF hopes the WW Digi DX Contest will attract new digital operators into contesting.
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