Beta release of WSJT-X v1.4

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A public beta release of the weak signal data modes software WSJT-X, version 1.4, is now planned for early October 2014

Important changes in version 1.4 relative to v1.3, r3673 include the following:

  1. CAT control for most radios is much improved, including expanded support for Commander, Ham Radio Deluxe, and OmniRig. One-way CAT control is no longer supported. Users may choose no CAT control, or may have working two-way communication so that WSJT-X can verify that commands sent to the rig have been executed. "Split" mode operation is supported via HRD for radios where HRD provides the necessary control functions. WSJT-X can now simulate Split mode for rigs that do not provide it.
  2. Many options previously found on the Setup menu now appear on a far more flexible "Settings" screen. You can define multiple spot operating frequencies per band. All recognized amateur bands are supported, and frequency offsets can be configured for transverters.
  3. There has been considerable polishing and extension of the user interface, including optional user-defined palettes for the waterfall and user-defined fonts for the main screen, decoded text areas, and Astronomical Data screen.
  4. The JT65 decoder now accepts negative values of DT down to -3.2 s, eliminating most of the occasional "garbage decodes".
  5. Better (glitch-free) behavior of audio streams.
  6. Better handling of messages that include compound call signs.
  7. Support for standard "localization" conventions.
  8. Writable files now appear in platform-dependent standard locations. This allows for more efficient installation on all supported platforms and allows settings to be seamlessly carried forward during program upgrades.
  9. A new WSJT-X User Guide is available. Additions and changes will continue to be made, but most sections are now in good shape.

In addition, there are many internal changes to the project aimed at cleaning up the code, establishing a standard set of compile-and-build tools, and making the whole package more readily maintained by an active development group.

Download - http://physics.princeton.edu/pulsar/k1jt/

 

RFinder now finds repeaters over routes worldwide

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The RFinder team has released The World Wide Repeater Directory - Repeater Routes!

As always we encourage new users to obtain access to RFinder via purchasing the app in Google Play on Android and The Apple App Store on iPhone/iPad/iPod. Once you register your email and password in the app, use that on http://routes.rfinder.net or http://web.rfinder.net, RT Systems, CHIRP, etc.

The web version allows downloads in a variety of formats including csv, tpe and several GPS POI formats including the AVMAP Amateur Radio GPS.

The annual subscription for the World Wide Repeater Directory is only $9.99 and for that one price, includes access from any platform RFinder is available on: Android, iPhone, web, RT Systems, RadioBuddy (iPhone), and two new third party applications coming soon for Windows (by KB2SCS) and Macintosh (by KD2DMH).

More information - http://www.rfinder.net

New Website for Indian Communication Regulator

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The communications regulator in Indian has launched a new website.

The regulator, part of the Ministry of Communications is responsible for Frequency Spectrum Management, including licensing and caters for the need of Government and Private wireless users throughout India.

New Website for Indian Communication Regulator

New Website for Indian Communication Regulator