gMFSK
Linux multimode HF terminal program for MFSK, RTTY, PSK31, and other digital modes.
Description
gMFSK, a Gnome Multimode HF Terminal, provides a comprehensive software solution for digital conversational modes on HF bands within Linux and Unix-like operating systems. The application facilitates sending and receiving various digital modes, including MFSK (MFSK16 and MFSK8), RTTY, THROB (1, 2, and 4 throbs/sec), PSK31 (BPSK and QPSK), PSK63, and MT63. It leverages the computer's soundcard for transceiver interfacing, performing all digital signal processing on the main CPU.
The software features a multimode waterfall display incorporating waterfall, spectrum, and scope views, enabling point-and-click tuning of decoded signals. Remote logging capabilities are supported via SysV IPC, with integration for logging applications like Xlog. PTT control is managed through serial or parallel port lines, and rig control is implemented using the Hamlib library, allowing for real-time frequency display and transceiver manipulation. Fixtext macros can incorporate variables and command-line output.
Distributed under the GNU General Public Licence, version 2, gMFSK requires Gnome libraries and FFTW 2.x libraries for operation, even without a full Gnome desktop environment. The software's design ensures compatibility with any soundcard supported by the operating system.