What is SSTV ?

Slow Scan TV SSTV is a transmission method for sending images via the airwaves. These image types could be GIF, JPG, BMP or similar depending on the computer software used for the SSTV transmissions. It works similar to Facsimile transmissions. Each colour has it's own frequency in SSTV mode and the software simply codes the colour into an audible frequency tone that can be interfaced into the microphone system of the radio. The receiving end software simply decodes the frequency tone back into the colour.

How to receive SSTV

Anyone can receive SSTV, you don't need a ham licence. All you need is a HF SSB receiver, software for your PC (FREE HERE) and you connect the audio out from the receiver to the sound card on your PC.Interface infomation HERE.You will then be able to pick up SSTV from all over the world. To see the latest pictures I have received here just click on SSTV Images