If you have a computer that is also doing a lot of non wsjt x processing you may not decode. Wsjtx does not expect a steep filter edge within the displayed passband. Joe taylor, k1jt, is the expert on weak signal modes. When i say it is not decoding i mean absolutely nothing is decoding, whether jt65, jt9, ft8. To operate this software efficiently, make sure that the system has the following requirement otherwise you cannot operate it. With this option enabled, wsjt x tracks the stations frequency but does not send any commands to the.
For problems or questions please join the hamapps support group and post a message. Under the decode menu try a less intensive decode level. Jtdx always decodes 50% to 100% more ft8 signals than wsjt x. Do this before trying to configure the wsjt x or any other software on the computer. The delivered exe file contains the licence for quickmacro. Jul 16, 2019 wsjt x is licensed under the terms of version 3 of the gnu general public license gpl. Wsjt x is also a very easy program to setup and operate, especially if you are using a radio like the icom 7300 or icom 7610 that has builtin sound capabilities.
K1jt advises wsjtx users not to use unauthorized builds of. Then sdr application will be used to ssb demodulation and now i will use its audio output to pipe wsjt x. Jt65 digital mode software category is a curation of 9 web resources on, wsjt x, jt65hfcomfort, jt65hf by w6cqz. Receive ft8 with wsjtx and rtlsdr windows microsoft. Mar 01, 2019 i also like the more sensitive decoder in jtdx for weak signal ft8 work on the 6m band. You are correct in that your mileage will vary depending on your specific setup. I also like the more sensitive decoder in jtdx for weak signal ft8 work on the 6m band. Wsjt is a computer program used for weaksignal radio communication between amateur radio operators. For example, most versions of wsjt wsjt x have a pwr slider, and some older versions of dm780, have an output attenuator setting. I choose to dock jtalert between my waterfall and decoding screen but it can also be placed at the bottom. Wsjtx and jtalert issue after windows 10 update fixed. Configuring wsjtx and smartsdr for windows flexradio systems. Exploring why wsjtx didnt want to decode an illustrated guide. Wsjtx ft8 using civ cable combined with ham radio deluxe.
Wsjtx is a popular program for jt65, jt9 and the most popular mode is ft8. Wsjtx also supports important modes like msk144 for meteor scatter qsos. Wsjtx does not automate this for us but its not hard to check the website. If you use our code, please have the courtesy to let us know about it. Ft8 operating guide weak signal hf dxing for technophiles by gary hinson zl2ifb version 2. Automatically set the frequency of sdr software, the latter can be configured. How to fix audio issues in wsjt x after the windows 10 update. The only thing needed is a usb cable install the driver from icom before connecting a usb cable and wsjt x.
Tried putting a breakpoint in decode but cant seem to figure out where its actually trying or not to decode. Wsjt x wsjt map65 wspr simjt program development references support. Subscribe to mshv group link to the mshv group information ft8 dx contest 2020 is scheduled for the weekend of april 11 april 12, 2020. Weak signal communication software wsjtx, wsjt, map65, and wspr are opensource programs designed for weaksignal digital communication by amateur radio. For my earlier work with pavel on the redpitaya, where i compiled wsjt x for that arm processor, i found i was able to take the binary executable apps from that platform and run them directly on the kiwisdr. Further technical information primarily of interest to programmers is available here. Thanks and 73, bob wk2y not the best forum to post this question.
Normal usage requires a standard ssb transceiver and a personal computer with soundcard, or the equivalent. Hello, ive been not successful to decode ft8 using. Thanks to reader henry for letting us know about the release of a new piece of windows software by tag loomis n0ttl called gridtracker. Wsjt x software by joe k1jt wsjt software by joe k1jt. That is until i downloaded wsjt x and had my first qso. The monitor button enables full cat control and enables decoding. Thirdparty individuals ie, others not part of the wsjt development team have been compiling wsjtx from the opensource code and making unauthorized releases of their builds, taylor said september 8 in a discussionof wsjtx fast modes on his website. Wsjtx is also a very easy program to setup and operate, especially if you are using a radio like the icom 7300 or icom 7610 that has builtin sound capabilities. Such features will be added in due course, some of them based on using wsjt x 2.
I am basically wondering if anyone has found a combination that works for all wsjtx modes. Ft991 setup for digital modes with only a usb cable. Gridtracker is a live mapping program for wsjt x which is a software decoder for low power weak signal ham communications modes such as ft8, jt4, jt9, jt65, qra64, iscat, msk144 and wspr. Dec 22, 2017 the only thing needed is a usb cable install the driver from icom before connecting a usb cable and wsjtx. Heres a follow up report on my desire to run the wsjt x ft8 decoder and propagation reporter all standalone on my kiwisdr.
The latter can be configured to automatically set the frequency of the sdr software. For ft8 decoding and generation there is wsjt x software, but this one accepts only audio input. The mode name ft8 stands for franke and taylor, 8fsk modulation. I was hoping to try out operating ft8 but i cant get the wsjt x software to decode any incoming digital signal on ft8, or any other mode. Ft8 uses 15second tr sequences, provides 50% or better decoding probability down to 20 db on an awgn channel, and maintains good performance on dopplerspread fading channels.
Because of this fec process, messages are either decoded correctly or not decoded at all, with very high probability. Wsjt x implements communication protocols or modes called ft8, jt4, jt9, jt65, qra64, iscat, msk144, and wspr, as well as one called echo for detecting and measuring your own radio signals reflected from the moon. When i wrote the complete bozos guide to jt65a years ago, i teased the wsjt author, joe taylor k1jt, for being so smart. Typical applications include meteor scatter, eme moonbounce, and qrp communication at hf.
Jtdx optional jtdx is another decoder that is derived from wsjt x. Use the ft8 software installation instructions and help to set up the software with your. I have a very similar problem, but wsjtx when first started decodes nornmally, then as time goes on it decodes less and less, and eventually no decodes. Weak signal communication software wsjt x, wsjt, map65, and wspr are opensource programs designed for weaksignal digital communication by amateur radio. On occasion wsjt x will pick up one or two that jtdx doesnt, but its rare. I copied a wav file to another computer and it works there. Comparing to similar ft8robots, this program is more intelligent, it interprets the received messages of wsjt x and acts according to the own preprogrammed qso strategy. Think of the dax control panel as a middleman that connects your radio to your digital mode software wsjt x in this case. Wsjt x ft8 not decoding fix i was looking around forever trying to find out why i was not decoding everything i hear. The program starts, but menu bar is missing from the top of the. The program starts, but menu bar is missing from the top of.
Oct 25, 2017 i was looking around forever trying to find out why i was not decoding everything i hear. Ft8 is a modern digital hf ham mode that is designed to be receivable even in weak signal reception. Definitive settings for ftdx3000 and wsjtx for all modes. Im new to hf digital and could really use some help. The programs wsjt and wspr can be compiled and used under linux, freebsd, mac. It is a problem with the puclic opensource hamlib software that gets. There is wsjt x software for ftb decoding and generation. Jan 02, 2020 i have also downloaded the latest version of wsjt x v2. Note how the waterfall in wjt x reflects your receive filter in smartsdr. Wsjt x and also jtalert add on some of us are testing new modes and software releases 1. I didn t tested them with wsjtx program no used samples from it.
If your computer is old and wimpy it may not decode rx. It listens to wsjt x or jtdx decodes and displays them on a map for linux, mac, and windows. I found there is a lot of strategy sport involved and the data available is invaluable for characterizing antennas and propagation which are my two primary interests. Yaesu ftdx5000 my radio is a yaesu ftdx3000, but that is not on option in the drop down menu. Decoding pocsag pager transmissions with gqrx and multimonng. Because of the speed of ft8, also called the fast and furious, you may not have time to manually respond to cqs so it is advisable to check the auto seq box. If you have a computer that is also doing a lot of nonwsjtx processing you may not decode. Jtdx feature rich software for ft8 and other jt modes. Joe taylor, k1jt, announced on june 29, 2017 the availability of a new mode in the wsjtx software, ft8. Joe taylor, k1jt, has announced the full general availability release of version 1. The wsjt x waterfall, jtalert and the wsjt x main screen. Just because the software allows us to do something does not necessarily mean it is legal and appropriate for us.
Because you can get the updated version by just update the earlier version of this software. In the ft991 i hunted for anything i could find that might be the cause. These types of controls must be set so that they do not lower the transmit audio output level or the signalinks ptt circuit will not work. Configuring wsjtx and smartsdr for windows tim ellison. I am seeing lots of activity on the waterfall but it is not decoding. Once you have this done, you should click ok and then go look at the waterfall in wsjt x.
Wsjt is a computer program used for weaksignal radio communication between amateur. To install it simply go to the wsjt x page in chrome, download the. I am using a yaesu ftdx3000 and have managed to get my radio to interface with the software. Is there any advantage to wsjt x that i am missing. Wsjtx implements communication protocols or modes called ft4, ft8, jt4, jt9. Was playing around with frequency calibrationrunning r7472. Conversely, you must do all of your ft8 and ft4 operating from wsjt x. Wsjtx therefore doesnt get enough samples for decoding through the. Receive ft8 with wsjtx and sdrsharp windows one transistor. Wsjtx drops control of my radio every few hours, that is a known problem with using the tcp rig control set to flex6xxx in wsjtx radio panel, and it does not happen works fine if you set the rig type to kenwood ts2000 and a com port. I could hear great signals, the waterfall was full. Audio card settings arent really all that critical. I have also downloaded the latest version of wsjt x v2. The program was initially written by joe taylor, k1jt, but is now open source and is developed by a small team.
A virtual audio cable is needed besides configuration. Mshv amateur radio software lz2hv amateur radio website. Wsjtx is a better tool for contests as it contains support for specific contest exchanges via ft8 a feature which jtdx does not yet support. If you prefer wsjt x not to take over your station upon startup which would be useful if you were already in the middle of a qso and just warming up the program for later use then select this option. Wsjt x software to decode ft8 jt65 wspr and more digital modes. And mshv from lz2hv recompiled from source code of wsjt x with different gui implementation both for linux and windows os. For common analog modulation, the sdr tools will be used. Why are my ft8 and ft4 contacts being scored with zero points. A lot of people, myself included have experienced the error, error in sound input in wsjt x. Wsjtx implements communication protocols or modes called ft8, jt4, jt9, jt65, qra64, iscat, msk144, and wspr, as well as one called echo for detecting and measuring your own radio signals reflected from the moon. Anyone using a similar configuration and have an idea why it night not be working.
This feature is intended primarily for terrestrial qsos, which do not have the 2. Blank line between decoding periods, display distance in miles, tx messages to rx frequency window. Feb 22, 2018 wsjt x software to decode ft8 jt65 wspr and more digital modes. This is a list of the changes, build system an other internal change. Could this be a software glitch induced by windows 10. You may find decoding to be slightly slower than with v4. There is an element of that same sentiment when considering the wsjt x software with the new dual mode capability. Remove startup message about importance of upgrading to v2. Mar 22, 2018 the first video explains what ft8 is and shows how to decode it using the wsjt x software. Wsjtx and the icom 7300 the easy way ham radio with k0pir. After a few hours of use, i feel the new wsjt x is very useful. All my other decoding software works fine but this rev.
Home wsjt x wsjt map65 wspr simjt program development references support. Possibly ive had to reboot my laptop because of usb wonkiness. The incoming signal strength is between 40 and 6 db. See the first two sections at the top of of release notes for a list of all program changes since wsjt x 2. Video tutorial on decoding ft8 and rtty with an sdrplay rsp1a. Clock is synced with ntp, and i am using usb on 80m. Install wsjtx, the most representative software for weak signal digital communication, in raspberry pi. When always generate 77bit messages or a special operating activity has been selected. Under the display heading the following boxes are checked. However, the amount of information sent in a ft8 message is small, so it is not possible to have a full conversation, and you can only make contacts. He has written a number of very popular programs for weak signal work on the hf, vhf and uhf bands, and his original wsjt program from 2001 is still very popular today. Windows xp and later windows are suitable to operate it. It doesnt happen very often, and my recollection is that i mostly just doublecheck my radio and audio settings, then restart the software.
New program features involve the ft8 and msk144 protocol. You should see that you have audio from the radio and wsjt x should start decoding. Wsjt x does not automate this for us but its not hard to check the website. Sep 29, 2019 for ft8 decoding and generation there is wsjt x software, but this one accepts only audio input. Now ive succeeded in getting wsjt x to not recognize jt65 anymore. In the wsjt x software in the settings, and in the general tab i have my call sign, grid square, and iaru region set up. One time is very good refreshing every 15 seconds pass, but more often noting is decoded or only few lines. Wsjt x is a better tool for contests as it contains support for specific contest exchanges via ft8 a feature which jtdx does not yet support. I have a very similar problem, but wsjt x when first started decodes nornmally, then as time goes on it decodes less and less, and eventually no decodes. Configuring wsjtx and smartsdr for windows flexradio.
Weak signal communications with wsjt x, wsjt, map65, and wspr by k1jt. Wsjt x is licensed under the terms of version 3 of the gnu general public license gpl. Wsjtx is not decoding but shows signals on waterfall. Communication program setup instructions tigertronics. It listens to wsjtx or jtdx decodes and displays them on a map for linux, mac, and windows. Display on a large second monitor in your amateur radio club, hamfest or as a demonstration in a classroom. Wsjt x is the software that well use to decode ft8, jt9, jt65 andor wspr. And its not only the setup but what modes you intend to use in wsjtx. Wsjt x also supports important modes like msk144 for meteor scatter qsos. Tx frequency is not changed unless ctrl is held down and lock tx freq not checked. Gridtracker is a live mapping program for wsjt x which is a software decoder for low power weak signal ham communications modes such as ft8, jt4, jt9, jt65, qra64, iscat, msk144. Wsjt x is a popular program for jt65, jt9 and the most popular mode is ft8.
Well decode ft8 messages using realtek rtl2832u hardware with software defined radio sdr application. Because the ft8 and msk144 protocols will not be backward compatible with those. However, sdr tools come with support for common analog modulation. Install wsjtx and fldigi on raspberry pi december 29, 2017 nowadays, digital communication is popular in amateur radio. I was looking around forever trying to find out why i was not decoding everything i hear. The ft8helper program was developed as macro extension for the wsjt x using the quickmacro program. This generally requires these types of controls to be set to 0db. The wsjt development group today announced bug fix release 2.
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