NEW! Now operate FT8 directly from the RHR console – zero software or configura…

NEW! Now operate FT8 directly from the RHR console – zero software or configuration

If your new to RHR or missed this bulletin published in April 2021. Must watch this video to learn how easy it is. To work FT8WW this is all you need.

Love it or hate it, FT8 has taken over the bands. We’ve watched the rise of this mode over the past few months, and recognize that it’s traditionally been a real pain in the tookus to get up and running with FT8 and RHR.

Well, now you can forget about WSJT-X, SmartSDR CAT, DAX, and virtual audio and serial devices. The future of FT8 has arrived, and you can operate FT8 right now, right here in your browser.

All you need to do is select the new FT8 mode in the slice mode dropdown. Really, that’s it.

Please keep in mind this is a major new feature. There will be bugs, there are certainly more whiz-bang ideas to add on, but it’s only going to get better from here. We’d love to see some support tickets with your feedback.

Some features that will be coming eventually:

• Fox/Hound mode
• Augmenting decodes with DXCC status from your logbook (ATNO, new band, new country, etc.)
• Displaying FT8 decodes on the map
• Auto-turning the rotor towards the calling station
• Other popular WSJT-X modes

Here’s a brief tutorial video, but you should really just try it out for yourself!