The area I have been hunting the last few years is public land with a horrible buck to doe ratio. I've only heard of rattling working once in these woods - very late season but he bagged a bruiser.
I have not had success rattling as of yet. The area I will be hunting this year has a great buck to doe ratio and I've seen the bucks out fighting (last year) so I will definately be rattling this season.
I have read many articles that say to make as much noise as possible while rattling - stomp the ground, break limbs, rake bushes, etc... but they also warn to be ready for a full frontal charge
Sorry I couldn't be of more help.