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This is a *Draft version* of updated HAM-HOWTO that I sent to Terry:
Linux HAM-HOWTO, Amateur Radio.
Terry Dawson, VK2KTJ, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
v2.4, 29 January 1999
It is hoped that this document will assist Amateur Radio operators in
finding and trying the various amateur radio software that has been
written for or ported to Linux. It is also hoped that as a consequence
of this information being available that more amateur radio operators
will choose Linux as the platform of choice for their experimentation,
and that software developers will choose Linux as the platform for
their software development, further expanding the role of operating
systems like Linux in the Amateur Radio field.
______________________________________________________________________
Table of Contents
1. Introduction.
1.1 Changes from the previous version
2. Where to obtain new versions of this document.
3. Satellite Software.
3.1 MicroSat Ground Station Software
3.2 SatTrack - Satellite tracking program
3.3 Predict
3.4 UO11
3.5 Dove
3.6 Kepgen
4. Shack Automation Software.
4.1 twclock - World Time Clock for Hams
4.2 SunClock
4.3 Xearth
4.4 Chirp - Contest Logger
4.5 Contest - Contest Logging Program
4.6 FT-890 remote control
5. Packet Radio BBS/NOS Software
5.1 About Kernel AX.25 vs. direct TNC connection.
5.2 F6FBB Packet BBS
5.3 BayBox BBS
5.4 JNET
5.5 TNOS
5.6 N0ARY Packet BBS for UN*X
5.7 Xnet Node
5.8 TheNetNode for Linux
5.9 splitscreen
5.10 talk-ax25
5.11 Michael Westfall's TTYLINK Daemon
5.12 Craig Small's TTYLINK Daemon
5.13 DPTNT Terminal and DPBOX BBS package.
5.14 linKT - Linux KDE packet radio terminal
5.15 X Windows packet radio tool
5.16 Ping-Pong Convers Server
5.17 Hessu's TPP Convers Server
5.18 xconvers - X Convers client
5.19 7Plus binary file encoder
5.20 LBBS - Linux BBS message gateway
5.21 lnxforward - PBBS Forwarding
5.22 lnxbbs - PBBS scripts
5.23 MBL/RLI message to NNTP and email converter.
6. Packet Radio Network Management Software
6.1 Digiinfo network database
6.2 Richard Parry's XNet traffic analyser
6.3 monax25 - channel usage statistics
7. Packet Radio Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Software
7.1 IPIP encapsulation daemon.
7.2 AXIP encapsulation daemon.
7.3 RSPF Daemon
7.4 axw3 - World Wide Web proxy and IP/AX25 gateway
8. Packet Radio DX Cluster Software
8.1 DX Cluster Watcher
8.2 CLX - Packet DX Cluster Program
8.3 DXSpider
9. Packet Radio APRS Software
9.1 perlaprs - Trigger execution of programs based on APRS activity
9.2 javAPRS - APRS display applet
9.3 tig2aprs - Generate APRSdos maps from US Census TIGER/Line
9.4 aprsmon - APRS network monitor for javAPRS and friends
9.5 aprsdigi - APRS digipeater
10. RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, GTOR Software.
10.1 hfmodem - soundcard HF modem
11. Slow Scan Television (SSTV) Software.
12. Facsimile Software.
12.1 fax - soundcard HF fax demodulator
12.2 ACFax - Amateur FAX receiving software
13. Digital Modes Monitoring Software.
13.1 multimon - Monitors several automatic transmissions
14. Morse Code
14.1 Pileup
14.2 bip
14.3 cw2hex
14.4 SoundCard CW
14.5 GW4PTS Morse trainer.
14.6 morse (aka superiormorse)
15. Design and Construction Software.
15.1 oscope - Enhanced Software Oscillosope
15.2 Software Oscilloscope
15.3 pcb - Printed Circuit Board design tool.
15.4 xcircuit - Circuit schematic tool.
15.5 Chipmunk circuit design and simulation tool
15.6 irsim
15.7 Spice vers. 3f4
15.8 NEC Antenna Modeling
15.9 svgafft - Spectrum analyser
15.10 Audio Spectrum Analyser
15.11 ObjectProDSP
15.12 bpf - bandpass filter calculator
15.13 Butterworth - 2 pole bandpass filter calculation
16. Training/Educational Software.
17. Miscellaneous Software.
17.1 cbs - Callbook server
17.2 Linux for HAMS CD-ROM
18. How to contribute or update an entry.
19. Discussion relating to Amateur Radio and Linux.
20. Other Linux Amateur Radio Information on the Web
21. Copyright.
______________________________________________________________________
1. Introduction.
This list was prompted by comments that had been expressed in the
various Linux newsgroups about the number of amateur radio operators
that were involved with Linux. It is now clear that Linux is becoming
a popular platform for Amateur Radio development work.
This list was originally called the RADIOLINUX list, but has been
moved into the Linux Documentation Project HOWTO collection, so it has
been renamed the HAM-HOWTO. I make no apologies for the name.
1.1. Changes from the previous version
Additions:
Xpr - X Windows packet radio tool.
lnxforward - PBBS forwarding components.
PBBS scripts.
xcircuit - circuit schematic drawing tool.
APRS - Automatic Position Reporting System
multimon - monitors several automatic transmissions using a soundcard.
hfmodem - soundcard HF modem.
fax - soundcard HF fax demodulator.
linKT - Linux KDE packet radio terminal.
ACFax - X11 fax receiving software.
NEC - Numerical Electronics Codes.
Xnet node - A Flexnet node.
DXSpider - DX cluster software.
Hessu's TPP convers server.
Baybox - revised version and url.
Added a section of links to Linux ham radio web pages.
Corrections/Updates:
CLX - updated version, description, ftp sites, contacts.
microsat - updates ftp/web sites (dropped two with stale copies), email.
F6FBB - version updated.
DXC - web page changed.
Reorganized Packet Radio into PBBS, DX Cluster, TCP/IP, and APRS.
combine AMTOR and PACTOR into one section and add RTTY, GTOR, etc.
XNET - changed location & clarified distinction from Xnet node..
pcb - version updated to 1.6.3
Moved logging and time-related software from Misc. to Shack Automation.
Revised description of Training section to find Morse Code training
in the Morse Code section.
ToDo:
Consider moving the Packet sections into the AX25-HOWTO.
find a way of automating this, or find an alternate means of
presenting this information.
2. Where to obtain new versions of this document.
The Linux Documentation Project runs a Web Server and this document
appears there as The HAM-HOWTO <http://sunsite.unc.edu/mdw/HOWTO/HAM-
HOWTO.html>.
Dennis Boylan N4ZMZ [EMAIL PROTECTED] makes it available at the
following three locations:
www.com <http://www.com/linux/radio/index.html>, www.hboc.com
<http://www.hboc.com/linux/index.html> and www.lan.com
<http://www.lan.com/linux/index.html>.
John Gotts N8QDW [EMAIL PROTECTED] makes it available at: www-
personal.engin.umich.edu <http://www-
personal.engin.umich.edu/~jgotts/linux/HOWTO/HAM/HAM-HOWTO.html>.
Dan Todd [EMAIL PROTECTED] makes it available at the
following two locations: wheel.dcn.davis.ca
<http://wheel.dcn.davis.ca/~dantodd/Linux/HAM-HOWTO.html>, and
fusilli.ucdavis.edu <http://fusilli.ucdavis.edu/Linux/HAM-HOWTO.html>.
Alan Hargreaves VK2KVF [EMAIL PROTECTED] makes it available in
Australia at: www.dap.csiro.au <http://www.dap.csiro.au/RadioLinux>.
The Tuebingen Radio Club has it available from their home page at:
DARC Home Page <http://www.neckar-alb.de/darc/welcome.html>
Please let me know if you'd like to make it available somewhere too.
I'd like to see it on some Web Servers that are accessible from radio.
3. Satellite Software.
The following software is for use in experimentation with Satellite
communication.
3.1. MicroSat Ground Station Software
Author
John Melton, G0ORX/N6LYT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] and Jonathan Naylor
G4KLX, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Microsat Ground Station software.
Status
BETA. Version 0.91 released.
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Alan Cox's kernel based AX.25 support ver 1.1.12 or better. X-
Windows. The programs make use of the Athena Widgets and look
much better with the 3D libraries.
Detail
This software allows you to use of a KISS tnc to directly
communicate with the Microsat series of satellites. It provides
an Athena Widgets based X-Windows interface, and allows you a
comprehensive range of means of interacting with the satellite.
The software should work with any window manager.
The software provides the following programs:
xpb:
broadcast monitor
xpg:
ftl0 file upload program, message upload program
xtlm:
telemetry display program
downloaded:
downloaded file list viewer
directory:
directory list viewer
message:
message preparation application
viewtext:
uncompressed ASCII text file viewer
viewlog:
display the contents of some log files
xweber:
special program for downloading webersat images
phs:
general purpose PACSAT header stripper
Where and How to obtain it.
John's software is available from:
ftp.pspt.fi <ftp://ftp.pspt.fi/pub/ham/linux/ax25>. The version
current at the time of writing was microsat-0.91.tar.gz. See
Jon's microsat web page at zone.pspt.fi
<http://zone.pspt.fi/~jsn/microsat.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License. Freely redistributable, No warranty.
Contributed by
John Melton, G0ORX/N6LYT, Alan Cox, GW4PTS, Jonathon Naylor,
G4KLX
3.2. SatTrack - Satellite tracking program
Name
SatTrack
Author
Manfred Bester, DL5KR, [EMAIL PROTECTED], (510) 849-9922
Description
Satellite realtime tracking and orbit prediction program with
X11 color graphics.
Status
Version 4.0 is a fully commercial release. Version 3.1.5 is the
last freely available release.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
A vt100 terminal and or X11 server. A Maths Coprocessor is
useful, but not essential, for good performance.
Detail
SatTrack is a satellite tracking program that has been written
in 'C' language on a UNIX workstation. It provides two different
live displays, for single or multiple satellites, and two
different orbit prediction facilities. Cursor controls used in
both live displays are compatible with the VT100 standard, which
allows the program to be run basically from any terminal. An
optional X Window graphics display shows the typical world map
tracking chart. The orbit prediction can be run either
interactively or in a batch mode. In the latter case all
necessary parameters are specified on the command line. The
program uses the NORAD/NASA two-line Keplerian element (TLE)
sets directly.
The current version of SatTrack can track a single satellite
and/or display multiple satellites for a single ground station.
It also can control suitable ground station hardware, like
antennas and radio equipment, and has an autotrack mode in which
it switches automatically between a number of specified
satellites. For calibration purposes tracking of the Sun and the
Moon are also provided. Future releases will provide more
options. SatTrack requires about 5MB of disk space in the full
distribution with eight different world maps (2 styles, with 4
different sizes each, to fit everyone's screen and taste) and
less than 1.5 MB of memory at run time. More information can be
obtained from the SatTrack WWW Home Page
<http://www.primenet.com/~bester/sattrack.html>.
Where and How to obtain it.
The commerical version of SatTrack can be found at: SatTrack WWW
Home Page <http://www.primenet.com/~bester/sattrack.html>.
The free version of SatTrack may be found at: ftp.jvnc.net
<ftp://ftp.jvnc.net/priv/kupiec/sattrack/> or ftp.amsat.org
<ftp://ftp.amsat.org/amsat/software/Linux/>.
Licensing/Copyright
The software is Copyright of Manfred Bester. It can be used
without special permission for non-profit, non-commercial use.
For commercial applications a license from the author is
required. Version 4.0 is a fully commercially supported release.
Contributed by
Manfred Bester, DL5KR
3.3. Predict
Author
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A satellite orbital prediction program that also tracks the
sun's position to predict visible satellite passes.
Status
Complete and working.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
predict is a screen-oriented program that utilizes the
ncurses-1.8.5 (or later) library. A color terminal is a plus,
but not a necessity.
Detail
Features of predict include azimuth and elevation headings of
satellite passes, orbital phase, sub-satellite point locations,
slant ranges, orbit numbers, and sunlight visibility as a
function of date and time. The program is simple, fast, and easy
to use. Predict maintains an orbital database for 21 satellites
that can be updated by the user through the keyboard or by using
files containing NASA 2-line orbital element data. Since this
program operates under a multiuser environment, each user on the
system owns and maintains his or her own unique orbital data
base.
This program has been compiled using the highest level of
compiler optimization for high speed execution, and uses an
a.out binary format for greatest compatibility.
To install the package use the following:
# cd /
# tar xvfz predict.tgz
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain predict.tgz from: amsat.org
<ftp://amsat.org/amsat/software/Linux/>
Licensing/Copyright
This software is available free of charge and must be used for
non-commercial purposes only.
Contributed by
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD
3.4. UO11
Author
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A simple UoSAT-OSCAR-11 satellite telemetry decoding program.
Status
Complete and working.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
A 1200 baud UoSAT-OSCAR-11 FSK demodulator (Bell-202 is
suitable), a VHF-FM receiver that can tune to 145.825 MHz, a
small yagi antenna, and a communications program such as Minicom
that can save 1200 baud ASCII telemetry data to a text file.
Detail
uo11 decodes ASCII telemetry data that has been captured through
a terminal program, error checks the received data, and applies
calibration equations to the received data to produce a report
that can be easily understood and analyzed. uo11 comes pre-
compiled (a.out format) with a man page entry for ease of use.
To install you should use the following commands:
# cd /
# tar xvfz uo11.tgz
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain uo11.tgz from: amsat.org
<ftp://amsat.org/amsat/software/Linux/>
Licensing/Copyright
This software is available free of charge and must be used for
non-commercial purposes only.
Contributed by
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD
3.5. Dove
Author
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A simple DOVE-OSCAR-17 satellite telemetry decoding program.
Status
Complete and working.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
A terminal node controller (TNC), a VHF-FM receiver that can
tune to 145.825 MHz, a small yagi antenna, and a communications
program such as Minicom that can save 1200 baud ASCII telemetry
data to a text file.
Detail
dove decodes ASCII telemetry data that has been captured through
a terminal program and applies calibration equations to the
received data to produce a report that can be easily understood
and analyzed. dove comes pre-compiled (a.out format) with a man
page entry for ease of use.
To install Dove you should use the following commands:
# cd /
# tar xvfz dove.tgz
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain dove.tgz from: amsat.org
<ftp://amsat.org/amsat/software/Linux/>
Licensing/Copyright
This software is available free of charge and must be used for
non-commercial purposes only.
Contributed by
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD
3.6. Kepgen
Author
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A simple, yet useful utility that generates Keplerian data files
in the NASA 2-line format from data entered through the
keyboard.
Status
Complete.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
kepgen is a screen-oriented program that utilizes the
ncurses-1.8.5 (or later) library. A color terminal is a plus,
but not a necessity.
Detail
kepgen allows the user to create checksummed Keplerian data
files in the NASA 2-line format using orbital data entered via
the keyboard. kepgen was created out of the need for generating
2-line orbital files from orbital data copied from WA3NAN audio
transmissions during Space Shuttle missions. The files created
can be read by virtually any satellite tracking or orbital
prediction program. kepgen comes pre-compiled (a.out format)
with a man page entry for ease of use.
To install kepgen you should use the following commands:
# cd /
# tar xvfz kepgen.tgz
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain kepgen.tgz from: amsat.org
<ftp://amsat.org/amsat/software/Linux/>
Licensing/Copyright
This software is available free of charge and must be used for
non-commercial purposes only.
Contributed by
John A. Magliacane, KD2BD
4. Shack Automation Software.
Software for simplifying tasks in the shack. Examples might include
software for controlling the newer breed of radios, logging programs,
QSL database, or antenna rotation.
4.1. twclock - World Time Clock for Hams
Author
Ted Williams, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A world clock designed for ham radio operators
Status
Version 1.0, stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Motif libraries if you want to recompile it. Just X11 if you
want to run the precompiled binaries.
Detail
Anyone who needs the time of day someplace else in the world, or
anyone tired of the same old look of their clock will find this
software of interest. It is implemented with Motif widgets, and
will displays the current time in major cities around the world.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the twclock package from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
4.2. SunClock
Author
John Mackin, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A clock that will show you instantly what parts of the globe are
exposed by sunlight and what parts aren't.
Status
Released.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements.
X-Windows.
Detail
________ is another of those desktop gadgets that most people
think look nice but really don't have a lot of use for. I use
sunclock to obtain an at-a-glance indication of the time
anywhere in the world. In its iconic form it sits in a small
Mercator projection. When maximised it produces the same image
but obviously larger with slightly more detail. It also
displays the date, local time and UTC. sunclock actually
calculates mathematically what parts of globe are sunlit and
which aren't, it seems quite accurate, so long as you assume the
earth has no atmosphere.
Where and How to obtain it.
I haven't seen any precompiled sunclock binaries for Linux
about, so check your nearest ______ server. sunclock compiled
straight out of the box for me.
Licensing/Copyright
Public Domain and may be freely copied as long as the notices at
the top of sunclock.c remain intact.
4.3. Xearth
Author
Kirk Johnson, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A rotating earth for X-windows root window. It has real life
shading, and options for geostatic view, and non geostatic view.
A prettier and more modern version of ________ but requires a
bit more processing power.
Status
Version 1.0.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements.
X-Windows.
Detail
______ is a sophisticated program which draws a colour picture
of the earth onto your X Windows display. It offers either an
orthographic view as you would see from space or the map like
mercator projection. You have a number of options in determining
the behaviour of the view. The details are available from the
xearth Home Page
<ttp://www.cs.colorado.edu/~tuna/xearth/index.html> and in the
documentation which is supplied with the package.
Where and How to obtain it.
The source can be obtained from its home site at cag.lcs.mit.edu
<ftp://cag.lcs.mit.edu/pub/tuna> or just about any X11/contrib
directory.
Licensing/Copyright
Copyright (C) 1989, 1990, 1993 by Kirk Lauritz Johnson. The
copyright notice included states that ______ is freely
redistributable so long as the copyright notice is left intact,
and be included in documentation.
Contributed by
Kirk Johnson
4.4. Chirp - Contest Logger
Author
Kenneth E. Harker, N1PVB, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Contest logging program
Status
Active development
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Requires ncurses library and header files to compile.
Detail
A linux based contest logging program. Kenneth is writing it so
he can use it on his laptop while working VHF contests. He is
also writing it as an excuse to learn ncurses programming. His
goal is a general purpose contest logger that a user can specify
new contests in as they come about. It supports all bands and
modes.
Where and How to obtain it.
When version 1.0 is available, you should be able to find it
from the Chirp Home Page
<http://www.cs.utexas.edu/users/kharker/chirp/>
Licensing/Copyright
Probably GNU GPL.
Contributed by
Kenneth E. Harker, N1PVB, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
4.5. Contest - Contest Logging Program
Author
Carsten Wilderotter, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A logfile program for Contest operation
Status
Version 0.0.1, Alpha
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
No special requirements.
Detail
Linux contest logging program.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the contest package from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
4.6. FT-890 remote control
Author
Emarit Ranu, KG0CQ, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A simple program to control a Yaesu FT-890 transciever via its
CAT port from linux.
Status
Working
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Yaesu FT-890, Yaesu FIF-232C interface converter or homebuilt
equivalent (Feb 1993 "QST", page 37). Linux, serial cable.
Detail
The program is started with one parameter specifying the com
port to use. Once started the program is menu driven. Future
versions will support an X-Windows interface.
Where and How to obtain it.
The software is currently only available from the author by
email.
Licensing/Copyright
You may copy this program millions of times, the only
restrictions are:
+ You may not charge ANYONE for the program itself.
+ You may not distribute modified versions of the program.
+ If you distribute the program, it MUST be the ORIGINAL tar file
as received by the author. The README file has to be included.
Contributed by
Emarit Ranu, KG0CQ
5. Packet Radio BBS/NOS Software
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating packet radio
bulletin board systems and/or network operating systems (NOS).
For more on the topic of Packet Radio (also known as AX.25), please
see the AX25-HOWTO <http://sunsite.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/AX25-HOWTO.html>.
In fact, you might want to read that before looking over the following
descriptions.
5.1. About Kernel AX.25 vs. direct TNC connection.
First, a word about the two approaches to packet radio used in the
packages listed below: Some of these packages "own" the TNC, while
others use the Linux kernel's builtin AX.25 network stack in which the
kernel "owns" the TNC or other AX.25 hardware/software supported by
the kernel (Baypac, soundcard, Z8530-based HDLC cards, etc.)
In the case of typically monolithic BBS/NOS packages that directly
communicate with the TNC over a serial port, it is generally
impossible for other programs to also share the services of the TNC.
For packages that use the kernel based AX.25, sharing is easy and
commonly performed. A hybrid approach of connecting a dedicated PBBS
to a a "virtual" TNC has been employed by several hams and is
described in the AX25-HOWTO
<http://sunsite.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/AX25-HOWTO.html>.
A final note on kernel AX.25: Significant changes have been made to
the kernel AX.25 implementation in Linux version 2.2. Also, many
Linux packages are now using the GNU C library, glibc. These changes
may necessitate changes to the source code and recompilation, so make
sure you have a recent version of the amateur radio software and don't
upgrade to a new kernel release without first researching the impact
on any packet software you rely on.
For more on the topic of AX.25 network connectivity, please see the
AX25-HOWTO <http://sunsite.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/AX25-HOWTO.html>.
5.2. F6FBB Packet BBS
Author
Jean-Paul Roubelat, F6FBB, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Fully Features Packet Radio BBS system with X11 Windows
interface
Status
Version 7.00g
Updated
06 Oct 98
System Requirements
Kernel based AX.25/NetRom/Rose network configuration. X11
windowing system for the X11 version.
Detail
This is a port of the well known F6FBB Packet Bulletin Board
system to Linux. The BBS supports connections from AX.25,
NetRom, Rose and TCP/IP and offers all of the features you'd
expect from the product. The optional X11 interface provides a
nicely presented sysop interface.
A mailing list for F6FBB is available. To subscribe send a mail
message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the line `subscribe xfbb'
in the body of the message. The mailing list is archived at
zone.pspt.fi <http://zone.pspt.fi/archive/fbb/>.
Where and how to obtain it
You can obtain the F6FBB package from its home site at: F6FBB
Home Page <http://www.f6fbb.org/>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
The F6FBB software is frelly available for non-commercial use.
5.3. BayBox BBS
Author
Flori Radlherr, DL8MBT, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A Packet Bulletin Board System for Linux.
Status
Version 1.40, stable.
Updated
01 Feb 99
System Requirements
Recommended hardware is 80486/33Mhz with 8MB RAM
Detail
Unfortunately the documentation is in German and I'm unable to
understand most of it. I get the impression though that this is
a BBS that supports all of the usual features on a packet radio
bbs, forwarding etc, but the documentation seems to suggest that
the Linux version supports telnet access only. This isn't really
a big constraint, as you can easily configure a session under
the Linux _____ program to accept AX.25/NetRom/Rose connections
and connect the BBS via telnet.
If you're able to help by giving a better description, I'd
appreciate it.
Where and how to obtain it
You can obtain the BayBOX from its home site at: www.baycom.org
<http:/http://www.baycom.org/>
Licensing/Copyright etc.
The BayCom-Mailbox software is intended for usage in amateur
radio context only. Any usage outside of the amateur radio AX.25
network, especially commercial usage or distribution is
prohibited. Within the scope of this limitation, usage and
copying of the BayCom-Mailbox without fee is hereby granted. In
any case of usage, the software is provided "as is" and comes
with absolutely no warranty, neither implied nor expressed.
Contributed by
Iztok Saje, S52D, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
5.4. JNET
Author
Takeshi Shoji, JF2CEX, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An enhanced version of KA9Q NOS for Linux and other platforms.
Status
Version 961210, Stable, released.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
No special system requirements, requires KISS TNC.
Detail
This another actively maintained derivative of the KA9Q NOS
package. This version has been ported to a wide range of
alternative platforms and offers some enhancements not available
in other NOS derivatives. A small catch is that most of the
documentation is in Japanese.
Where and how to obtain it
You can obtain the latest version of JNET from its home site at:
www.myk.ilc.or.jp
<http://www.myk.ilc.or.jp/~taka/software.html#jnetcex>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
I'm actually not sure. I suspect though that as a NOS derivative
it is freely usable by amateur radio operators.
Contributed by
Isao SEKI, http://www.prug.or.jp/people/jm1wbb
5.5. TNOS
Author
Brian A. Lantz, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
TNOS is a NOS derivative that is being actively supported and
which is available for both DOS and Linux. It features many
enhancements not found in other NOS versions.
Status
Version 2.21. Stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
Kernel networking slip support if you want to link the normal
Linux network facilities with TNOS. A kiss tnc.
Detail
Brian maintains a World Wide Web server which contains up to
date information on TNOS, you can find it at www.lantz.com
<http://www.lantz.com/tnos/tnos.html>.
Where and how to obtain it
The current version of TNOS is always available from:
ftp.lantz.com <ftp://ftp.lantz.com/tnos/current/unix/>,
sunsite.unc.edu <ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>, or
ftp.ucsd.edu <ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/tnos/>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Free for use by amateur radio operators and educational
oraganisations
5.6. N0ARY Packet BBS for UN*X
Author
Bob Arasmith, N0ARY, ported to Linux (and others) by Bob Proulx,
KF0UW, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A packet bbs implemented under UN*X.
Status
ALPHA. Bob is running version ARY-0.9 on both Linux and HP-UX.
The next version from N0ARY which is called 4.0 is in alpha
test/development release. Bob has not been able to bring this
online yet and is still running 0.9+kf0uw mods. Bob has about
half it working with Alan Cox's AX.25 kernel which would be the
desirable combination.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements.
Linux installation, C Compiler, plus HAM radio TNC hardware.
Detail
This bbs has an excellent packet user interface. It has a
compatible set of commands with the RLI bbs so users will be
familiar with it immediately. It then extends the command set
to be a very nice natural language style interface (e.g "list at
allus about KPC-3"). Many csh style bang commands are supported.
Also included is a mail interface to provide a packet to
internet gateway.
Currently you need to customize the source code for your
installation so you need some C programming proficiency.
Where and How to obtain it.
For a Linux version or for Linux information send mail to
[EMAIL PROTECTED] For a SunOS version contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
This code is not packaged for distribution yet since it is not
past the alpha stage of development.
A version of the software is available from ftp.funet.fi
<ftp://ftp.funet.fi/pub/ham/unix/packet/n0ary/>
Licensing/Copyright
Copyright by Bob Arasmith, N0ARY, but freely redistributable.
Contributed by
Bob Proulx, KF0UW
5.7. Xnet Node
Author
unknown
Description
A FLEXNET node
Status
unknown
Updated
11 Dec 98
System requirements
unknown
Detail
unknown
Where and How to obtain it.
See www.swiss-artg.ch <http://www.swiss-
artg.ch/xnet_main/xnet_main.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
unknown
Contributed by
Julian Munoz Dominguez, EA4RCT
5.8. TheNetNode for Linux
Author
Unknown, NordLink
Description
TheNetNode digipeater software for Linux.
Status
version 1.76
Updated
26 Oct 98
System requirements
unknown
Detail
TNN 1.76 is a major upgrade with lot's of improvements. This
indeed includes the new INP, a TCP/IP-Router, the well known
DAMA-Protocol, a much improved Routing which is fully compatible
with exiting old NET/ROM nodes. FLEXNET is now fully supported
through the build-in Flexnet-Gateway and Level2-AutoTunneling.
WorldWide-Convers gives you the opportunity to talk to many
people over a wide are, which share the same interrest. And
there is much more!
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain TheNetNode from the nordlink.org
<http://www.nordlink.org/thenetnode/tnn.htm> web page.
Licensing/Copyright
unknown
Contributed by
Uwe Krause, DL6MPG, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
5.9. splitscreen
Author
Dave Brown, N2RJT, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Split screen `ttylink' style program with scroll back and log to
file.
Status
Version 1.4.1, stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
Requires the `_______' package.
Detail
The ___________ is a unix implementation of the NOS _______
command. It provides a splitscreen display that makes user to
user chats much easier than the usual telnet interface. The
scroll back buffer and log to file features are useful when you
use the ___________ program to access services like _______.
Where and how to obtain it
The `splitscreen' package is available from: sunsite.unc.edu ham
applications directory
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Public Domain
5.10. talk-ax25
Author
Dave Brown, N2RJT, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Berkeley `talk' client modified to support Linux AX.25
Status
Version 960426, working.
System Requirements
Requires the `_______' package.
Detail
The `talk-ax25' program is a modifed version of the conventional
Berkeley `talk' program to support Linux AX.25 operation.
Where and how to obtain it
The `talk-ax25' program is available from: sunsite.unc.edu ham
applications directory
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/> or from:
ftp.ucsd.edu <ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/linux/>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Berkeley style. Freely distributable, copyright messages must be
retained.
5.11. Michael Westfall's TTYLINK Daemon
Name
ttylinkd - a ttylink daemon for Linux.
Author
Michael Westfall, N6KUY, [email protected]
Description
A split screen terminal program that listens on the ttylink port
and accepts incoming connection requests.
Status
Seems to work fine.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
none special.
Detail
This is a standalone program that does require you to change the
configuration of your system at all. If you have root access on
your machine then you run the program in a VT or in an XTerm and
it will clear the screen and wait for an incoming connection on
port 87 (ttylink). When a connection is received it will provide
you with a split screen display with which to communicate with
the calling person.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain ttylinkd from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/ttylinkd.tgz> or
ftp.ucsd.edu
<ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/incoming/ttylinkd.tgz>.
Licensing/Copyright
Unknown, presumed freely distributable.
5.12. Craig Small's TTYLINK Daemon
Name
ttylinkd - a ttylink daemon for Linux.
Author
Craig Small, VK2XLZ, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A daemon to accept a ttylink (port 87) tcp/ip connection and
convert it into a talk request for a user on the host machine.
This may also be configured for use with the _____ program so
that AX.25 users may also make use of it to connect to you.
Status
Alpha, but working.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements.
Kernel networking support with AX.25 support if desired.
Detail
Because the talk protocol is a non-standard, that is it isn't
actually defined anywhere (except the source), the ttylink
protocol from NOS has become the defacto standard, at least for
amateurs, to provide keyboard to keyboard communication over
tcp/ip. This daemon fills the need for something to answer
ttylink requests to linux machines.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the latest version of ttylinkd from:
sunsite.unc.edu <ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/> or
ftp.ucsd.edu
<ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/incoming>.
An slightly enhanced version of this software is now included in
the Linux AX25 utilities package.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License vers 2.0
5.13. DPTNT Terminal and DPBOX BBS package.
Author
Mark Wahl, DL4YBG, DL4YBG@DB0GR.#BLN.DEU.EU,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] and Joachim Schurig, DL8HBS,
DL8HBS@DB0GR.#BLN.DEU.EU, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A suite of programs that provide BBS and Terminal programs for
Linux.
Status
Stable and working.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
TNC supporting WA8DED hostmode or KISS protocols.
Detail
TNT is a full featured hostmode terminal program. Compiling it
on Linux is as difficult as untarring the source and typing
`make'. It provides both a `dumb' terminal and X11 version. It
comes with some comprehensive documentation which describes its
features in some detail. Its main features are:
Multiple sessions:
TNT supports multiple packet radio connections on virtual
screens that you can switch between. Each session window
provides split screen (seperate transmit and receive text)
operation with a status line. Commands can be entered in
either a command session, or in any terminal session using a
command key. Each of the virtual screens can be larger than
the physical screen and can be scrolled around.
Data capture, file transfer and logging:
A number of options are available for logging received text
to files. You can log transmit, receive or both to a log
file. You can overwrite or append received data to existing
files. You can use the `autobin' protocol to transmit or
receive binary files.
Remote Shell operation:
You can provide a shell to remote users so that they can
access other programs on your computer. You can also run a
program and direct its input/output to a channel so that
users can use it.
Redirection of devices to a channel:
TNT allows you to redirect input/output from a channel to a
device, a modem for example.
Umlaut conversion:
TNT provides umlaut conversion if necessary.
Remote mode:
Remote users can issue command themselves if allowed to do
so.
Socket mode:
You can configure tnt so that it opens a socket for users to
telnet to that allows them operation just as you have from
the console. This is useful where your linux machine is on an
ethernet and you want other terminal on the net to have use
of your radio.
New versions will support the Linux kernel AX.25 code.
DPBOX is a full featured BBS supporting the following features:
+ F6FBB, W0RLI, TheBox style forwarding protocols.
+ 8-bit transparent handling of messages using AutoBIN protocol.
+ BBS data compressed to save space on disk, forwarding and
downloading.
+ "Live message capture" off BBS frequency, saves network traffic.
+ PACSAT style bulletin broadcast transmitter and receiver.
+ up to 200 simultaneous users.
Where and How to obtain it.
The `dptnt' package may be found at: ftp.funet.fi
<ftp://ftp.funet.fi/pub/ham/unix/packet/dptnt/>, or ftp.tapr.org
<ftp://ftp.tapr.org/pub/tapr/software_lib/Linux/>, or
ftp.ucsd.edu
<ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/incoming/>.
The Home Pages of the developers are at: DL4YBG
<http://www.snafu.de/~wahlm/> and DL8HBS <http://hppool0.rz.hu-
berlin.de/~h0187akk/>
Licensing/Copyright
The TNT and DPBOXT programs are covered by the GNU Public
License. The TFKISS program is covered by ALAS (a german license
for Amateur Radio use), and the DPBOX program is freely
distributable for Amateur Radio use.
5.14. linKT - Linux KDE packet radio terminal
Author
Jochen Sarrazin, DG6VJ, [EMAIL PROTECTED],
DG6VJ@DB0EA.#NRW.DEU.EU
Description
A multi-port packet-radio-terminalprogramm for X using the K
Desktop Environment.
Status
Seems to be stable. Needs testing.
Updated
05 Sep 98
System requirements
X-Window-System, Qt-Library, KDE, Kernel-AX25.
Detail
+ Uses the Kernel-AX.25 for radio-access
+ LinKT supports multiple parallel connections, you are selecting
the connections using a button-bar. There is not a seperated
window for each connection
+ A monitoring-window with similar output as "listen" shipping
with the ax25-utility package
+ Configuration is 100% GUI, you may edit the linktrc-file,
though.
+ Filetransfers with AutoBIN (like GNOM, MCUT, GP, SP, TOP etc.)
+ Password-Generation for FlexNet, BayBox, TheBox
+ 7plus-Autosave
+ The following is coming real soon now (tm):
+ Filetransfers using DIDADIT (new protocol developed and
supported by quite a lot programmers in Germany's PR-community)
+ other password-systems
+ online-compression a la DK4NB (//COMP)
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the program from my WWW-Page at muenster.de
<http://www.muenster.de/~sarrazin>. A screenshot is available
there too.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
Jochen Sarrazin, DG6VJ [EMAIL PROTECTED]
5.15. X Windows packet radio tool
Name
Xpr - An X Windows packet radio tool
Author
Petr Bravenec, OK2PID, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Xpr is a "simple (X Windows) program for packet radio."
Status
Vers 0.42, beta
Updated
1 Sep 98
System requirements.
Kernel with AX.25 support.
Detail
Main features:
+ Uses AX25 support built in Linux kernel
+ Works together with other ax25 utilities
+ Works in X11 graphics environment
+ Works as a very simple digipeater
+ Full support for other languages than english
+ User defined remote and local commands
+ Name database
+ Scroll buffer for each channel
+ History of all channels
[from the Xpr web page]
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the latest version of Xpr from: qsl.net
<http://www.qsl.net/ok2pid/xpr.html> or the Xpr ftp site
<ftp://147.229.35.11/pub/hamradio/Xpr/>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL, plus send a QSL card if you please.
Contributed by
Nate Bargmann, KA0RNY
5.16. Ping-Pong Convers Server
Name
Fred Baumgartens Convers Server for Linux.
Author
Fred Baumgarten, DC6IQ, [EMAIL PROTECTED], and
Brian Lantz [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
This is a version of the convers server that allows multiple
users to simultaneously chat with each other in a round-table
style conversation. It is compatible with the NOS convers
servers, but provides extra facilities such as saving/restoring
of Personal Text and Chanel Topics. Brian Lantz has further
enhanced the software with additional features.
Status
In use of a number of popular convers servers, appears very
stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements.
Linux, GNU make, C compiler.
Detail.
Complete installation instructions are included in the INSTALL
file that is included in the distribution.
Where and How to obtain it.
A distribution of this software is available at sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/convers/>. The home of
the software is at insu1.etec.uni-karlsruhe.de ftp server
<ftp://insu1.etec.uni-karlsruhe.de/pub/hamradio/convers/convers>
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Presumably copyright Fred Baumgarten (not specifically stated),
but some portions appear to be free for non-commercial use and
copying provided the copyright notices stay intact.
5.17. Hessu's TPP Convers Server
Author
Heikki Hannikainen, oh7lzb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A modified Tampa Ping-Pong conversd based on Fred Baumgarten's
convers server with Brian Lantz's enhancements.
Status
Version 1.14
Updated
01 Feb 99
System requirements
kernel ax.25
Detail
A convers server and several clients
Where and How to obtain it.
The distribution of this software is at Hessu's ftp site
<ftp://ftp.hes.iki.fi/pub/ol7lzb/convers/>.
Licensing/Copyright
GPL?
Contributed by
John J. Bauerly
5.18. xconvers - X Convers client
Author
Guido Vattrodt, DL3BZN, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An X Windows convers client.
Status
v0.4
Updated
09 March 98
System requirements
linux + X + lesstif or Motif.
Detail
none available
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the software from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/convers/> or
huizen.dds.nl <ftp://huizen.dds.nl/~pa3aba/xconvers.htm>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
5.19. 7Plus binary file encoder
Author
Axel Bauda, DG1BBQ, DG1BBQ@DB0CL.#HB.DEU.EU
Description
Uuencode-like file coder for BBS Send and Forward of binary
files.
System Requirements
none special
Detail
Provides the ability to 7Plus encode binary files to allow them
to be transmitted within AX.25 BBS messages.
Where and how to obtain it
The `7pl217sr' encoder package is available from:
sunsite.unc.edu ham applications directory
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Hamware - Free for use by amateur radio use.
5.20. LBBS - Linux BBS message gateway
Author
Daryl L Miles, G7LED, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A BBS package designed to operate with either the native AX.25
kernel code or with the Wampes package.
Status
In development, working.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Kernel AX.25 support or the Wampes package. sendmail, CNEWS.
Detail
Daryl's aim was to build a platform on which amateurs could
build a Packet BBS to smtp gateway for Linux. I'm not sure what
the current status is as the last version I could find was dated
30 Jun 1995. The latest binary version supports:
+ MBL, FBB batching, FBB compressed, FBB type 1 compressed
forwarding with restart facility implemented, deferring, and
rejection.
+ various Linux transport mechanisms including TCP kernel, AX.25
kernel, Wampes NetROM, AX25 or TCP.
+ Simple dialer, to allow connections through AX.25 or NetROM
nodes.
+ White Pages
+ Transient handling of type A (ACK messages).
+ SMTP/NNTP<>BBS gatewaying implemented heavily to the extent that
the user front end will be accessing the NetNews spool to
retrieve articles.
+ Message filter mechanism
+ Field swapping (like SWAPP.SYS in FBB).
+ Multiuser/connect.
To install, I did the following:
# cd /usr/src
# mkdir LBBS
# tar xvfz LBBS-0.1.6A.tar.gz
# cd LBBS
# ./Install.sh
This created a /usr/lbbs directory. The README.Setup file suggest
an order in which to configure the BBS.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the `LBBS' package from: ftp.ucsd.edu
<ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/linux/>.
Licensing/Copyright
Freely distributable for any non-commercial Amateur Radio use
only. No warranty. Will be changed to GPL when software is
stable.
5.21. lnxforward - PBBS Forwarding
Name
lnxforward - Packet Bulletin Board System (PBBS) components to
forward to/from F6FBB, SMTP, NNTP, and read/post via Web
browser.
Author
Steve Fraser (vk5asf), [EMAIL PROTECTED] and Dave
Brown (g7pit), [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Lnxforward is a set of components designed to interface to the
amateur Packet Bulletin Board System (PBBS) from Linux systems.
Status
Vers 1.18, Operational
Updated
1 Sep 98
System requirements.
Kernel networking support with AX.25 support (and optional
netrom and rose).
Detail
Lnxforward is a set of components designed to interface to the
amateur Packet Bulletin Board System (PBBS) from Linux systems.
It includes:
+ Forwarding to or from FBB (or compatible) systems, with full bid
checking, message routing and message filtering. It supports
compressed (mode B1) forwarding, but also has extensions to
support gzip based compression. This also includes acting as a
hub and forwarding to multiple other FBB (or compatible)
systems. Connection scripts are also supported.
+ An interface to allow forwarding to/from smtp/nntp systems (when
used with Heikki Hannikain's mailgw system. This allows the use
of mail/news clients such as PINE, ELM, Eudora or FreeAgent to
read packet messages or bulletins.
+ A web-browser based mail and bulletin reading and posting
facility. This requires a running web server on the Linux system
- it's not a full user BBS but does allow browsing of messages
and bulletins using a web client, with a pleasant GUI interface.
+ Review facility for messages held due to objectional content,
based on a control file of text to check for.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the latest version of lnxforward from:
apana.org.au <ftp://ictoan.apana.org.au/pub/lnxforward>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
Steve Fraser, Dave Brown, Bob Meyer, Daryl Miles.
5.22. lnxbbs - PBBS scripts
Author
Bob Meyer, KO6RI, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A set of packet BBS scripts.
Status
Beta, Vers 0.1
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux AX.25
Detail
This is a collection of scripts that form a BBS in Linux.
Messages can be sent and read from the shell, web, mail, or as
news. It can move BBS messages as import/export files or using
Fbbforward. It has a dynamically issued addresses. The Web
server allows the user to put the graphic/sounds on their host
so only the text has to move over radio. Its also has white
page support and a few other little things.
All the stuff is running on gw.ko6ri.ampr.org, but no one else
has tried to install it.
Where and How to obtain it.
The package can be found at gw.ko6ri.ampr.org
<ftp://gw.ko6ri.ampr.org/pub/lnxbbs-0.1.tar.gz>.
Licensing/Copyright
unknown
Contributed by
KO6RI
5.23. MBL/RLI message to NNTP and email converter.
Author
SM0OHI, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Software that will convert incoming MBL/RLI messages into either
NNTP or RFC-822 formatted mail messages.
Status
Development, not yet released.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Unknown.
Detail
This software would be ideally suited to those who want to
establish a mail and news gateway between conventional tcp/ip
networks and the amateur radio mail network.
Where and How to obtain it.
Not yet availale.
Licensing/Copyright
Unknown.
Contributed by
SM0OHI
6. Packet Radio Network Management Software
Software for packet radio network performance monitoring and
management.
6.1. Digiinfo network database
Author
Ported by Mario Lorenz, DL5MLO, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A database of packet radio network information.
Status
Version 2.5.1 is stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
No special requirements.
Detail
________ was a program initially written for the Atari by
Karsten DC7OS. Digiinfo is a database program for displaying
information about the packet radio networks.
Where and how to obtain it
You can obtain the digiinfo package and database from its home
site at: www.vdazone.org
<http://www.vdazone.org/~dl5mlo/digiinfo/>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
ALAS, Amateur only license
Contributed by
Mario Lorenz, DL5MLO, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
6.2. Richard Parry's XNet traffic analyser
Author
Richard R. Parry, W9IF, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A traffic analyser for AX.25 networks.
Status
Stable, released.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
TCL-7.5/Tk-4.1, KISS TNC.
Detail
The XNet software provides a variety of tools that an AX.25 lan
manager could use to analyze and manage traffic. The tools
present a graphical view of all of the traffic received at the
monitoring node allowing the observer to easily see where the
traffic flows normally and other information such as:
+ Packet counts
+ Node statistics
+ Network Utilisation figures
The network is displayed with icons representing hosts and lines
between them representing the traffic flow. The graphical
display provides an instantly absorbable view of the traffic on
the network being monitored. Richard has more information and
sample displays at: people.qualcomm.com
<http://people.qualcomm.com/rparry/xnet.html>.
Where and how to obtain it
You can obtain the software from: people.qualcomm.com
<http://people.qualcomm.com/rparry/xnet/>
Licensing/Copyright etc.
XNET is a freeware program. It may be freely distributed.
Contributed by
Richard Parry, W9IF
6.3. monax25 - channel usage statistics
Author
Skip Hansen, WB6YMH and Harold Price, NK6K.
Maintained by
Jonathon Naylor, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
The _______ provides a number of utilities for collecting
statistics on AX.25 channel usage.
Status
Version 1.11, Stable
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
KISS TNC.
Detail
The original _______ programs were written for MSDOS. This
package is a port of that software to Linux.
Where and how to obtain it
The `monax25' package may be obtained from: sunsite.unc.edu ham
applications directory
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Freely copyable, not GPL though.
7. Packet Radio Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Software
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating packet radio
use of the Internet Protocol (IP) suite. See also the preceding
section which includes *NOS packages.
Note also that the linux kernel AX.25 suite supports all the usual
TCP/IP software (telnet, ftp, smtp, etc.). The packages described
below provide special IP services sometimes used by hams due to the
unique nature of wireless amateur radio TCP/IP. ______ ____ ___
_______ ______ ____ ____ ___ ___ ____ _______ _____ ____ ____ ___ ___
____ ____ ___ _______ _____ ___ _______ _____ ___ _____ ________ __
_____ __ ______ _______ ____ __________ ___ ____ ___ ____ ________
7.1. IPIP encapsulation daemon.
Name
Mike Westerhof's IPIP encapsulation daemon.
Author
Mike Westerhof KA9WSB (original code), then Bdale Garbee N3EUA
(port to BSD), then Ron Atkinson N8FOW and John Paul Morrison
(port to Linux), then Bdale rolled it all back together again.
Description
A daemon that will allow you to use your linux machine as an
IPIP encapsulating gateway. _____ ____ ________ _____ _________
___ ____ __ ____ _____________ _______ ______ ______ _______ _
______ ______ __ _______ ______________
Status
Ron is running this code himself, and the other version have
been run quite successfully.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
KISS TNC, any version of Linux supporting RAW sockets.
Detail
If you've ever used an internet gateway from your amateur packet
radio you have probably been connected by an encapsulation
gateway of some descpription. Most run KA9Q's NOS and DOS, but
others run Unix and this daemon. It allows you to encapsulate IP
within IP, so that you can 'tunnel' IP connections over the
Internet. The software allows you to connect a KISS TNC to your
linux machine and to have all datagrams received on it carried
across the Internet to a similar gateway. Bdale has installation
instructions in the package.
Where and How to obtain it.
This software is available from the col.hp.com
<ftp:///col.hp.com/hamradio/packet/etc/ipip/ipip.tar.gz> ftp
site.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Freely distributable, though Bdale asks that if you use the code
and like it you might send him a QSL card or a postcard.
Contributed by
Ron Atkinson, N8FOW, and Bdale Garbee, N3EUA
Note:
You may want to consider using kernel based tunnel daemon now
instead.
7.2. AXIP encapsulation daemon.
Name
Mike Westerhof's AXIP encapsulation daemon.
Author
Mike Westerhof KA9WSB, ported to Linux by Ron Atkinson N8FOW.
Description
A daemon that will allow you to use your linux machine as an
AXIP encapsulating gateway.
Status
Not properly tested, but assumed to work ok.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
KISS TNC, any version of Linux supporting RAW sockets.
Detail
This daemon is the partner to the IPIP encapsulation daemon. It
allows you to encapsulate AX.25 frames in IP to carry them
across the Internet. This is useful for linking AX.25 networks
in remote areas. Ron has supplied a Makefile for linux, and with
it the software compiled without errors on my system running a
recent version kernel. Ron has also written some README files
which give you the detail necessary to compile the system and
the original documentation describes how to configure it.
Where and How to obtain it.
This software is available in the sunsite.unc.edu ham apps
directory
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/ax25ip.tar.gz>. An
enhanced version of this software is included in recent versions
of the Linux AX.25 utilities. Refer to the AX25-HOWTO
<http://sunsite.unc.edu/LDP/HOWTO/AX25-HOWTO.html> for more
information.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
Freely distributable so long as the original copyright notice is
not removed.
Contributed by
Ron Atkinson, N8FOW
7.3. RSPF Daemon
Name
RSPF - Radio Shortest Path First routing daemon for Linux
Author
Craig Small vk2xlz [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An implementation of the Radio Shortest path First routing
protocol for linux. The daemon supports version 2.2 of the
protocol which corrects a lot of bugs and problems that were
present in version 2.1.
Status
Alpha - running, needs testing and bug reports. Current version
is 0.08
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements.
Requires Alan Cox's kernel based AX.25 code.
Detail
This program will allow Linux to become an RSPF router. It
addresses some of the quirks of RSPF v2.1, the version in NOS
which means that it is incompatible with the NOS version. It
will also allows remote/local queries via a tcp session for
debugging and diagnostic purposes.
Where and How to obtain it.
Current versions are always available from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/> or ftp.ucsd.edu
<ftp://ftp.ucsd.edu/hamradio/packet/tcpip/incoming> or from the
author.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License vers 2.0
Contributed by
Craig Small, VK2XLZ
7.4. axw3 - World Wide Web proxy and IP/AX25 gateway
Author
Ricardo Ueda Karpischek, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Enables web browsing via packet.
Status
v0.2 alpha
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
unknown
Detail
axw3 is a http proxy and IP/AX25 gateway that allows your
browser fetch pages from the Internet using a pure AX25
connection without encapsulate IP.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the software from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/> or ime.usp.br
<ftp://ftp.ime.usp.br/pub/ueda/>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
8. Packet Radio DX Cluster Software
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating packet radio
DX spotting clusters.
8.1. DX Cluster Watcher
Author
Pierluigi Guerzoni, IZ4AKO, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
DXC - Displays DX information passively received from a DX
Cluster Node.
Status
Version 4, stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
Requires Kernel based AX.25 configuration.
Detail
The DX Cluster watchers listens to the DX Cluster traffic on
your frequency, captures it and displays it in a coloured text
window. It conserves traffic on the frequency by not requiring
you to actually connect to the cluster node.
Where and how to obtain it
You can obtain the DX Cluster Watcher from the: DX Cluster
Watcher Home Page <http://ing49.unife.it/~iz4ako/project.html>.
Licensing/Copyright etc.
GNU GPL
Contributed by
Pierluigi Guerzoni, IZ4AKO, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
8.2. CLX - Packet DX Cluster Program
Author
Franta Bendl, DJ0ZY, and Bernhard ("Ben") Buettner, DL6RAI,
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A PacketCluster like system running on Linux.
Status
Current version 4.01b released 31 Aug 98.
Updated
31 Aug 98
System Requirements
Linux Kernel > 2.x with Alan Cox's AX.25 driver, TCP/IP
networking, SysV IPC. Needs Perl and TNC hardware on ttySx with
KISS capabilities or digipeater software which acts like a KISS
TNC (RMNC/BayCom) or WAMPES.
Detail
PacketCluster nodes have been available since around 1986. The
original software was written by Dick Newell, AK1A, and is
running under DOS. CLX is a system which clones a PacketCluster
node. To the outside user, commands and features are mostly
identical, remote PacketCluster nodes, which can be networked,
don't see the difference between a generic PacketCluster node
and CLX. So it fits well into an established network of
PacketCluster nodes.
CLX is not an user application, it is a network node software.
As such it is not of much use for the individual amateur. SysOPs
of PacketCluster nodes with some experience on both
PacketCluster and Linux will find this application interesting.
Here are some of the features of CLX
+ It is fully compatible with the internal PCxx protocol and from
a users' point of view. It allows multitasking and different
priorities for different things.
+ The software detects looping DX spots without generating endless
messages. CLX filters out such duplicate information. We have
implemented a concept which allows us to connect the network at
multiple points, which would formerly have been called a
"Cluster Loop". CLX knows of so-called "active" and "passive"
links. The outcome is that more DX information is seen by CLX.
+ An interface to call your external programs (even dialog
programs).
+ CLX uses modern programming concepts like shared memory for
common data, lex & yacc to implement command language, shared
libraries to keep binaries small (this is still on our wish
list), remote procedure calls for inter process communication.
It is strictly modularized with its own dedicated process for
every major task.
First on-air experiments started in late May 1994 under the
callsign DB0PV-6, which now has become DB0CLX. At this time,
most of the commands of the traditional PacketCluster software
have been implemented and the software has been tested by many
local DXers of the Munich area.
Here is an overview of the commands currently implemented:
announce <text> show/configuration/nod
announce/full <text> show/configuration <ca
bye show/conference
clear/qsl <dx> <mgr> show/dx
clear/profile show/dx/<n>
conference show/dx <band>
conference/<name> show/dx <fragment>
directory show/dx #<mode>
directory/<n> show/dxfrom <call>
directory <call> show/exit
directory/own show/log
help <cmd> show/log <call>
delete <nr> show/manager <call>
dx <call> <freq> <rmx> show/qsl <call>
read <nr> show/station <call>
reply <nr> show/users
reply/delete <nr> show/version
send <call> <title> show/wwv
set/beep talk <call> <text>
set/nobeep talk <call>
set/exit <string> update/qsl <dx> <mgr>
set/location <coordinates> update/profile
set/name <name> wwv
show/announcements
show/announcements/<n>
show/configuration
CLX is based on a data base system called PostgreSQL. It currently
runs on Linux Version 2.0.32 at DB0CLX. Today, the CLX code con-
sists of about 46,000 lines of C++ code.
Where and How to obtain it
You can obtain the software from ftp.funet.fi
<ftp://ftp.funet.fi/pub/ham/unix/Linux/cluster/clx>.
There are six files that make up the package:
00Index This list
README CLX overview
README_4.01b README for CLX v4.01b
clx.txt CLX Installation and Administration Manual
clx_400.tgz Packet cluster software for Linux - DJ0ZY & DL6RAI
upd_401b.tgz Update CLX v4.00 -> v4.01b
Licensing/Copyright
CLX (c) by Franta Bendl (DJ0ZY) and is available for non-
commercial use, but the authors want to keep track of who is
using their product, so before you can actually use the software
you have to ask for an encrypted callsign string to be placed in
the configuration file. You must send mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
to organise this.
Contributed by
Bernhard ("Ben") Buettner, DL6RAI
8.3. DXSpider
Author
Dirk-Jan Koopman, G1TLH
Description
DX Cluster Software
Status
v 1.13
Updated
21 Dec 98
System requirements
perl5
Detail
See the web site
Where and How to obtain it.
Please visit the web site at dxcluster.org
<http://www.dxcluster.org/main/index.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
Dirk-Jan Koopman, G1TLH
9. Packet Radio APRS Software
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating the
Automatic Packet Reporting System, APRS.
9.1. perlaprs - Trigger execution of programs based on APRS activity
Author
Richard R. Parry, W9IF, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
perlAPRS triggers execution of programs based on monitored APRS
activity.
Status
unknown
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux AX.25 with perl5.
Detail
perlAPRS monitors the APRS network and fires off actions (e.g.
runs a script) based on a variety of events, such as proximity
of a mobile APRS operator, appearance of a particular callsign,
and so on.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the software from: people.qualcomm.com
<http://people.qualcomm.com/rparry/perlaprs/>
Licensing/Copyright
freeware
9.2. javAPRS - APRS display applet
Author
Steve Dimse, K4HG, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
javAPRS is an APRS applet.
Status
v??, ongoing development
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Any environment that can run Java applets such as a Web browser
or the Java Development Kit's appletviewer.
Detail
javAPRS is an Internet APRS applet that you can embed in a web
page, run "standalone" using the Java Development Kit's (JDK)
appletviewer, or call from your own Java program. While it is
primarily used on the Internet, javAPRS can be run on a non-
Internet connected Linux machine using Linux AX.25 and aprsmon
as well. Many APRS map formats are supported by javAPRS include
APRSdos map files, GIF maps, and even realtime use of US Census
TIGER/Line <http://tiger.census.gov> maps using the Tiger Map
Server. javAPRS is under constant development along with a
series of other Internet-enable APRS implementations that bridge
the wired Internet and AX.25 APRS system. See Steve's web page
for the latest status.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can get javAPRS from Steve's javAPRS page
<http://www.bridge.net/~sdimse/javAPRS.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
Free for non-commercial use. Provided as object code only (Java
.class files).
9.3. tig2aprs - Generate APRSdos maps from US Census TIGER/Line
Author
Alan Crosswell, N2YGK, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Generates APRS maps from US Census TIGER/Line files.
Status
v1.58, stable
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Generic Unix. Tested under Linux and HPUX 10.
Detail
tig2aprs is a utility to convert US Census TIGER/Line(R)
<http://tiger.census.gov> map data into maps suitable for use
with the APRS. It reads public domain US Census TIGER/Line(R)
1994 files and generates APRSdos maps. tig2aprs reads the
collection of TIGER/Line files as a single standard input stream
and creates one or more output maps plus one or more maplists.
This is well suited to dealing with the TIGER/Line data on CD-
ROM or even across the network since you can "unzip -p" the
files directly from the CD and pipe them into the program.
tig2aprs automatically generate a fully-overlapped map series
with all maps reduced to the requisite 3000 maximum number of
data points. It has many options to control this data reduction
process, including selection of levels of details for labels and
other features, smoothing water features and straightening
roads.. tig2aprs will also generate "oversized" APRSdos maps of
as many data points as you wish. These oversize maps are
supported by Win/MacAPRS.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can find tig2aprs in the TAPR APRS special interest group
Linux <ftp://ftp.tapr.org/aprssig/linux/> area, and at
cloud9.net <http://www.cloud9.net/~alan/ham/aprs>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
N2YGK
9.4. aprsmon - APRS network monitor for javAPRS and friends
Author
Alan Crosswell, N2YGK, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An AX.25 APRS network monitor for javAPRS and related software.
Status
v1.7, Needs testing with 2.2 kernel
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux AX.25 kernel
Detail
aprsmon collects (for later playback) and displays standard
AX.25 UI text frames in a format similar to that output by
generic TNC's in "Monitor ON" mode and is intended to be used
with programs like javAPRS which wish to see a TNC data stream
over a TCP connection.
Compressed position and telemetry reports as generated by the
"APRS Mic Encoder" are translated into the conventional
uncompressed MIM format so that these stations are visible in
javAPRS as well.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can find aprsmon in the TAPR APRS special interest group
Linux <ftp://ftp.tapr.org/aprssig/linux/> area, and at
cloud9.net <http://www.cloud9.net/~alan/ham/aprs>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
N2YGK
9.5. aprsdigi - APRS digipeater
Author
Alan Crosswell, N2YGK, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
aprsdigi is a UI-frame digipeater that implements several APRS
extensions to standard digipeating.
Status
v1.12, needs work.
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux AX.25 kernel.
Detail
In addition to conventional TNC-style digipeating, in which a
packet is digipeated if the next non-repeated digipeater
callsign matches the ax.25 port's callsign and SSID (or any
aliases), aprsdigi implements an early version of the APRS SSID-
based and WIDE-N flooding algorithms as described in the APRS
README/MIC-E.TXT document. Aprsdigi also translates APRS MIC
Encoder compressed position and telemetry packets into
conventional MIM packets. Aprsdigi performs a limited gateway
function as well, meant to be used for a "Mic-E" digipeater,
copying Mic-E packets from a voice repeater to the local APRS
packet network.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can find aprsdigi in the TAPR APRS special interest group
Linux <ftp://ftp.tapr.org/aprssig/linux/> area, and at
cloud9.net <http://www.cloud9.net/~alan/ham/aprs>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
N2YGK
10. RTTY, AMTOR, PACTOR, GTOR Software.
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating RTTY, AMTOR,
PACTOR, GTOR and related protocols..
10.1. hfmodem - soundcard HF modem
Author
Thomas Sailer, HB9JNX/AE4WA, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A soundcard HF modem for RTTY, AMTOR/SITOR and Pactor 1.
Status
BETA
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux >2.1.x with any of several sound cards.
Detail
This software implements the HF RTTY, AMTOR/SITOR and Pactor 1
modes using a soundcard as the modem.
Where and How to obtain it.
The hfmodem package may be obtained from Tom's web page at
ife.ee.ethz.ch
<http://www.ife.ee.ethz.ch/~sailer/ham/linux/hf.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL?
Contributed by
Thomas Sailer, HB9JNX/AE4WA, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
11. Slow Scan Television (SSTV) Software.
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating Slow Scan
Television.
12. Facsimile Software.
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating Facsimile.
12.1. fax - soundcard HF fax demodulator
Author
Thomas Sailer, HB9JNX/AE4WA, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Monitors HF fax transmissions with a soundcard.
Status
BETA
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux >2.1.x with any of several sound cards.
Detail
This experimental software is a soundcard HF fax demodulator.
Where and How to obtain it.
The fax package may be obtained from Tom's web page at
ife.ee.ethz.ch
<http://www.ife.ee.ethz.ch/~sailer/ham/linux/fax.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL?
Contributed by
Thomas Sailer, HB9JNX/AE4WA, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
12.2. ACFax - Amateur FAX receiving software
Author
Andreas Czechanowski, DL4SDC, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
stuttgart.de
Description
amateur FAX receiving software for Linux / X11
Status
v. 980709
Updated
15 Sep 98
System requirements
linux, X11
Detail
None further available at this time.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can find obtain ACFax from ftp.funet.fi
<ftp://ftp.funet.fi/pub/ham/unix/Linux/misc/> or ftp.aba.net.au
<ftp://ftp.aba.net.au/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>.
Licensing/Copyright
unknown
Contributed by
Andreas Czechanowski, DL4SDC, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
stuttgart.de
13. Digital Modes Monitoring Software.
Software for decoding or otherwise facilitating monitoring of
primarily non-Amateur Radio digital protocols such as paging (POCSAG);
US Emergency Management Weather Information Network (EMWIN), Emergency
Alert System (EAS) and NOAA Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME).
13.1. multimon - Monitors several automatic transmissions
Author
Thomas Sailer, HB9JNX/AE4WA, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Monitors several automatic transmissions using a soundcard.
Status
BETA
Updated
01 Sep 98
System requirements
Linux >2.1.x with any of several sound cards.
Detail
This software decodes several automatic transmission commonly
used on ham frequencies using a soundcard. For example:
+ several packet radio modes
+ POCSAG paging
+ DTMF
Where and How to obtain it.
The multimon package may be obtained from Tom's web page at
ife.ee.ethz.ch
<http://www.ife.ee.ethz.ch/~sailer/ham/linux/multimon.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL?
Contributed by
Thomas Sailer, HB9JNX/AE4WA, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
14. Morse Code
Software for use in conjunction with, or for facilitating Morse
communication.
14.1. Pileup
Author
Richard Everitt G4ZFE [EMAIL PROTECTED] Based on ____
by Steve Merrifield.
Description
CW pileup training program
Status
v1.0. Stable but extra development planned.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Linux supported sound card
Detail
CW pileup trainer (similar to PED) based on ____. Up to 9
stations calling at once with variable CW speed and tone/volume
to simulate a pileup. Callsigns are taken from the 1996 CQ WW
CW contest entry of M6A to add some realism.
I fed /usr/dict/words to the program and it was quite a chuckle.
So even if you aren't into Morse it is worth trying out just for
the giggle.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the pileup package from its home site at: Pileup
Home Page <http://www.babbage.demon.co.uk/pileup.html> or
sunsite.unc.edu <ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU GPL
Contributed by
Richard Everitt G4ZFE [EMAIL PROTECTED]
14.2. bip
Author
Marcin Skubiszewski, [EMAIL PROTECTED] 24 rue de
l'Oasis, 92800 Puteaux, France
Description
A program to learn Morse code (for various Unix-like platforms)
Status
Production release
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Works on many Unix-like systems, including Linux. On linux it
works with or without X11 or a Soundcard.
Detail
___ offers a very wide range of options that make it very
suitable as a code practice program. It can send text from text
file or random character groups but it has a range of other
features. Some of these are
+ Morse compliant with ARRL specification
+ adjustable volume and tone
+ adjustable speed, including Farenheit method
+ Jitter feature to simulate hand sent morse
Where and How to obtain it.
Not available online, but anyone can write to
[EMAIL PROTECTED] for a copy of the source code.
Licensing/Copyright
Shareware $10.
Contributed by
Marcin Skubiszewski, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
14.3. cw2hex
Author
G. Forrest Cook, WB0RIO, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
cw2hex converts ascii text into Hex files for making keyer
EPROMS.
Status
version 1.1 is tested and ready to go.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
standalone textual program, requires gcc to compile
Detail
This program takes a textual input and converts it to morse
encoded characters in the form of a standard Intel HEX file. The
Hex file can be used to program an EPROM which can then be
connected to a simple circuit that generates canned messages.
Possible uses are CW calling machines and CW beacon transmitter
keyers. There is an accompanying schematic for a keyer circuit
that works with this software.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain cw2hex from www.atd.ucar.edu
<http://www.atd.ucar.edu/homes/cook/software.html>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Copyleft
Contributed by
G. Forrest Cook, WB0RIO
14.4. SoundCard CW
Author
Steve Merrifield, VK3ESM, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Morse Code practice for Linux, using a soundcard
Status
Completed
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Linux supported soundcard with FM support.
Detail
This program generates morse code characters using the
soundcard. It does not rely on the Linux virtual console sound
features and may therefore be used either with X11 or from a
virtual console. Its features include:
+ adjustable frequency
+ adjustable volume
+ adjustable speed
+ adjustable delay
+ adjustable group count
+ generation of random groups
+ able to decode and play text files
Where and How to obtain it.
The software may be obtained from its home site at:
livewire.ee.latrobe.edu.au
<http://livewire.ee.latrobe.edu.au/~sjm/morse>.
Copyright/Licensing
Berkeley style copyright. The software may be freely used so
long as credit is given to the original author.
Contributed by
Steve Merrifield, VK3ESM
14.5. GW4PTS Morse trainer.
Author
Alan Cox, GW4PTS, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A Morse Code trainer that uses the PC internal speaker
Status
stable, works quite well, unfinished.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Linux, any version
Detail
Alan wrote this small program in only an hour. It is quite neat,
and allows you to play morse at a range of speeds and
frequencies through the PC internal speaker. You can specify the
text to be played either from the command line, from a file, or
the program is capable of generating random character groups. As
it stands you must invoke the program from a Linux Virtual
Console, as it relies on certain kernel calls to produce the
sound, and these don't work as easily from an XTerm. As it
sounds each character it lists the character in verbal form (Di,
Dit, Dah etc.) to the screen. Alan is hoping that someone will
take the code and enhance it with the features he has listed in
the comments at the head of the source file.
Where and How to obtain it.
I've had a large number of responses from people seeking this
code, so I've obtained Alan's permission to make it available.
You can obtain it from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/GW4PTS.morse.tar.z>.
Copyright/Licensing
GNU Public License 2, freely redistributable, no warranty.
14.6. morse (aka superiormorse)
Author
Joe Dellinger, [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED],
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A morse-code practice program for UNIX workstations.
Status
Quite stable
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
Currently supports X11, Sun4, HP, Indigo, and Linux
Detail
Lots of features and options. Includes a utility for generating
random content QSOs, similar to those used in the FCC exams.
Where and How to obtain it:
morse.tar.gz can be obtained from: sepftp.standford.edu
<ftp://sepftp.stanford.edu/pub/UNIX_utils/morse/>.
Licensing/Copyright
Freely Redistributable
Contributed by
Brian Suggs, AC6GV, and John Gotts
15. Design and Construction Software.
Software to assist in the design and construction of amateur radio
related things. Antenna, Circuit Board, Filter, and QSL card design
packages are all good candidates for this section.
15.1. oscope - Enhanced Software Oscillosope
Author
Tim Witham, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
`oscope' is a digital 44kHz oscilloscope for /dev/dsp. It is
based on Jeff Tranter's original work described below but has
been significantly enhanced.
Status
First production release.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Requires a kernel supported sound card that can do 8800Hz -
44kHz, the `_____' package to build the _______ X11 client, the
`_______' package to build console-based ______, the `_____'
package to add console text, and a mixing program to select
input source and level.
Detail
Includes oscope for SVGA console display and xoscope, an X11
client. Features include 8-bit sampling of 2 channels at 44kHz,
5 us/div to 5 ms/div time scale, 5 automatic measurements,
built-in and external math functions including sum, diff, avg,
and FFT, 26 memory buffers, 8 simultaneous signal displays, and
file save/load.
Where and How to obtain it.
The oscope package may be obtained from either www.bobsplace.com
<http://www.bobsplace.com/~twitham/> or sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/circuits/>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License, Freely redistributable, No warranty.
Contributed by
Tim Witham
15.2. Software Oscilloscope
Author
Jeff Tranter, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Scope is a simple software emulation of an oscilloscope. It
graphically displays voltage as a function of time.
Status
ALPHA. First release.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Sound card with input capability supported by the kernel sound
driver. SVGALIB is used to do the display work.
Detail
Scope uses the /dev/dsp device to take audio in from the
soundcard and displays it on the screen in a manner similar to
an oscilloscope. Jeff claims Scope was written more for
amusement value than for any serious purpose.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain source, makefile and man page for Scope in the
scope package from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/circuits/>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License, Freely redistributable, No warranty.
15.3. pcb - Printed Circuit Board design tool.
Author
Thomas Nau, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Maintained by
Harry Eaton, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An X11 based interactive printed circuit board design tool.
Status
Vers 1.6.3, stable.
Updated
19 Nov 98
System requirements
X11 Windowing system and a recent flex program.
Detail
The pcb package comes with good instructions on how to compile
and install the software. I compiled it without error under
X11R6. It comes with package layouts for a range of popular
components and the example layout nicely demonstrates the
capabilities of the package.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the pcb package from: Harry's FTP site
<ftp://ftp.linuxppc.org/pub/linuxppc/users/harry/PCB> or from:
sunsite.unc.edu <ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/circuits/>
___ _____ ___ _______ __ ____ ____ ____ ____ _ ______ __ ___
______
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License
15.4. xcircuit - Circuit schematic tool.
Author
R. Timothy Edwards, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An X11 based interactive circuit schematic drawing tool.
Status
Vers 2.0a7, stable.
Updated
20 Nov 98
System requirements
X11 Windowing system.
Detail
The xcircuit package comes with good instructions on how to
compile and install the software. I compiled it without error
under X11R6 and glibc 2. Xcircuit is similar to drawing
programs like xfig but is optimized for schematic drawing.
Common operations such as drawing connections between components
and selecting and moving symbols are accessed by single
character commands or mouse-clicks. The generated schematics
are PostScript. It comes with library for a range of popular
symbols and the example layouts nicely demonstrate the
capabilities of the package. However, xcircuit lacks more
advanced schematic capture features. It does not keep track of
component connections, netlists, and the like. For example, if
you move a component, the connections do not "follow" it.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the xcircuit package from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/circuits/> or from:
bach.ece.jhu.edu <ftp://bach.ece.jhu.edu/pub/tim/>.
Licensing/Copyright
Artistic License (similar to GPL)
15.5. Chipmunk circuit design and simulation tool
Author
Dave Gillespie [EMAIL PROTECTED] and John Lazzaro
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Schematic Entry and Digital or Analog Simulation tool suite.
Status
vers 5.10, stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
X11 windowing system and older (XFree86-2.x) libs, 8 bpp (256
color) only
Detail
I haven't tried this one out yet. It is a suite of tools for
circuit design and simulation.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the Chipmunk package from its home site at
www.pcmp.caltech.edu <http://www.pcmp.caltech.edu/chipmunk/>.
Licensing/Copyright
Modified GNU Public License, Caltech specifically disclaimed
from liability.
15.6. irsim
Author
Dmitry Teytelman, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An event-driven logic-level simulator for MOS circuits
Status
Version 9.2, production.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System Requirements
X-Windows.
Detail
irsim is an X11 based simulator for MOS circuits. It has two
simulation modes, either ______ where each transistor is
modelled as a voltage controlled switch, or ______ where each
transistor is modelled as a resistor in series with a voltage
controlled switch, and each node has a capacitance.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the irsim package from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/circuits/>.
Licensing/Copyright
Freely Redistributable
15.7. Spice vers. 3f4
Author
University of California, Berkeley, port by
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
Spice is an analog circuit emulator.
Status
Stable release.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Unknown.
Detail
Spice allows you to design and test circuits in a computer
modelled environment to see how they will behave without having
to touch a soldering iron, or solder. A readme file comes with
the package. To install I did the following:
# cd /usr/src
# gzip -dc spice3f4.tar.gz | tar xvf -
# cd spice3f4
# ./utils/build linux
# ./utils/build linux install
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain version 3f4 of the spice package from:
sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/circuits/spice3f4.tar.gz>
Licensing/Copyright
Copyright held by University California, Berkeley. Freely
redistributable provided you are not unfriendly to the U.S.
15.8. NEC Antenna Modeling
Author
many
Description
"Unofficial" Numerical Electronmagnetic Code archives of Antenna
Modeling Software
Status
unknown
Updated
03 Jan 99
System requirements
unknown
Detail
There you'll find lots of versions of NEC and related programs
for different platforms (including linux), documentation, and
source code (some even with hints for compiling under linux).
Where and How to obtain it.
You can find the NEC archives at WB6PTU's NEC archive
<http://www.qsl.net/wb6tpu/swindex.html>.
Licensing/Copyright
unknown
Contributed by
Pieter-Tjerk, PA3FWM
15.9. svgafft - Spectrum analyser
Author
Andrew Veliath, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
svgafft is a spectrum analyser for Linux.
Status
Alpha, but usable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
F77, Linux supported sound card, svgalib, a 486DX33 or better.
Detail
svgafft uses the /dev/dsp device and currently supports 16-bit
and 8-bit sample resolution on supported Linux soundcards. It's
display is something akin to a high-end spectrum analyzer with
falling peaks. Andrew is working on an X-Motif version to be
released soon.
Where and How to obtain it:
You can find the svgafft package at tsx-11.mit.edu
<ftp://tsx-11.mit.edu/pub/linux/ALPHA/svgafft/> and
sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/sound/freqs/>.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License.
Contributed by
Andrew Veliath
15.10. Audio Spectrum Analyser
Author
Philip VanBaren, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An audio spectrum analyser for Linux SVGALIB or X-Windows.
Status
Alpha but usable
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Linux supported sound card, svgalib or X-Windows.
Detail
freq5a1 uses the /dev/dsp device, samples the incoming audio,
performs a fast fourier transform on the data and displays the
output in either 640x480 VGA or an X-Window.
Where and How to obtain it:
You can obtain freq5a1.tar.gz from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/sound/freqs/> or by mail
from the author.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License vers 2.0.
15.11. ObjectProDSP
Author
Paul Budnik, Mountain Math Software, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
ObjectProDSP is an object oriented tool for design, development
and implementation of Digital Signal Processing. It allows you
to design your DSP network, runs simulations with oscilloscope
style plots and listings at any point in the network.
Status
Alpha version 0.2.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
XFree86 3.1.1 or better, g++ from gcc 2.6.3 or better, 32Mb of
total memory (real+swap) recommended, 6Mb of disk space for
minimum configuration, 40Mb disk for full installation.
Detail
There are a number of files that comprise the package. There is
a binary only package for Linux which I recommend you start
with. There is comprehensive documentation included from which
you can obtain installation and operation instructions.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain ObjectProDSP from: sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/devel/opd>, tsx-11.mit.edu
<ftp://tsx-11.mit.edu/pub/linux/packages/dsp>, or ftp.funet.fi
<ftp://ftp.funet.fi/pub/Linux/util/electronics/opd>. There are
a number of files that comprise the package, some of the quite
large so be prepared.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License vers 2.0., Commercial licensing available.
15.12. bpf - bandpass filter calculator
Author
G. Forrest Cook, WB0RIO, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
bpf assists in the design of two pole bandpass filters.
Status
Stable.
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
standalone textual program, requires gcc to compile
Detail
___ is a simple text interface program that offers you a menu of
options of different ways of inputting design data. After you've
entered the data it presents a text based circuit diagram and a
list of the appropriate component values. It sounds simple, and
it is, but it's also quite cute, and bound to be useful.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain bpf.tar.Z from www.atd.ucar.edu
<http://www.atd.ucar.edu/homes/cook/software.html>
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Copyleft
15.13. Butterworth - 2 pole bandpass filter calculation
Author
Bob Liesenfeld, WB0POQ, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A 2 pole bandpass filter calculator written in basic
Status
v. 1.0.0
Updated
01 Apr 97
System requirements
Unknown which basic interpreter this works with, but you will
need one.
Detail
unknown
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the software from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/>.
Licensing/Copyright
Shareware
16. Training/Educational Software.
Software to assist in education or training for amateur radio.
Technical examination database, Computer Based Training software, and
the like are listed here. Morse Code tutorials and drills can be
found in the Morse Code section.
17. Miscellaneous Software.
Software that didn't neatly fit into any other category.
17.1. cbs - Callbook server
Author
Brian A. Lantz, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
An Amateur Radio Call Book Server.
Status
v1.00
Updated
01 Se p98
System requirements
Linux, FreeBSD
Detail
No more available. Not sure which callbook database this uses.
Where and How to obtain it.
You can obtain the software from sunsite.unc.edu
<ftp://sunsite.unc.edu/pub/Linux/apps/ham/> or lantz.com
<ftp://ftp.lantz.com/cbs/current/>.
Licensing/Copyright
free for Amateur Radio and educational use; copyrighted
17.2. Linux for HAMS CD-ROM
Author
Bruce Perens, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description
A complete linux distribution on CDROM specifically designed for
Amateur Radio operators.
Status
Not yet available. This project appears to have stalled.
Updated
01 Feb 99
System requirements.
Linux compatible hardware, some software will obviously require
specialised hardware to operate. No additional software should
be required.
Detail
A complete Linux distribution specifically catering for Amateur
Radio operators. It will include a fully featured Linux
installationplus a range of amateur radio specific software such
as those listed in this document. Bruce had detail and updated
status report available at the LinuxForHams WWW page
<http://www.rahul.net/perens/LinuxForHams> ___ ____ ____ ___
_____________
Bruce has been extremely busy with the Debian project and this
has reduced his available time to just about zero. He does still
intend to pursue this. Why don't you help out by maintaining
one of the software packages as Debian packages ? More
information from the Debian Web Site <http://www.debian.org/>.
Where and how to obtain it:
It isn't yet available, details will be made available when it
is released.
Licensing/Copyright
GNU Public License.
Contributed by
Bruce Perens
18. How to contribute or update an entry.
I'd like for this list to be as complete and up-to-date as possible.
So I'm keen to hear about any developments or products that I don't
already know about, or that the entry is obselete or outdated for.
What I'd like as a minimum set of requirement would be something like
the following:
Name
The name of the software in question.
Author
Who wrote, or ported the software. An email address, or some
other means of contacting them is also essential.
Description
A single line description of what the software does.
Status
An indication of the software's status. Is it still in testing?
Is it a production release? Is it still in the design stage?
System requirements
What does the software require to run? Does it require X-
Windows? Does it need a soundcard? Does it need a certain
version of kernel? Does it need other software to support it?
Detail
I'm not keen on including a large amount of detail on each piece
of software as this would consume a lot of time reading and
trying to keep up to date. So instead what I'd like to list is
what makes this software unique, anything special about it.
Perhaps its most outstanding features, that sort of thing.
Where and How to obtain it.
If the software is freely distributable then ftp details would
be great. If it is commercial software then the name of the
company distributing the software, and an address or telephone
number. If it is available only by some other means, say mail
order, then details on where and how to obtain it.
Licensing/Copyright
Is the software Copyleft? Copyright? Shareware? Public Domain?
Restricted in use in any way?
Don't worry if you don't know all of these details, just send me what
you do know and I'll list what I can. I'd rather have an incomplete
listing than no listing at all.
Please mail any contributions to:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
I'd list a packet radio address too but I'm still not properly
operational again yet after moving house.
19. Discussion relating to Amateur Radio and Linux.
There are various places that discussion relating to Amateur Radio and
Linux take place. They take place in the comp.os.linux.* newsgroups,
they also take place on the linux-hams list on vger.rutgers.edu.
Other places where they are held include the tcp-group mailing list at
ucsd.edu (the home of amateur radio tcp/ip discussions).
To join the Linux linux-hams mail list, send mail to:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
with the line:
subscribe linux-hams
in the message body. The subject line is ignored.
The Linux-hams list is archived at Zone.pspt.fi
<http://Zone.pspt.fi/archive/linux-hams/>.
To join the tcp-group send mail to:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
with the line:
subscribe tcp-group
in the body of the text.
Note: Please remember that the tcp-group is primarily for discussion
of the use of advanced protocols, of which tcp/ip is one, in Amateur
Radio. _____ ________ _________ ______ ___ __________ __ ______
20. Other Linux Amateur Radio Information on the Web
There are now several compilations of Linux ham radio application
information and distributions on the web that you should browse. Note
that, like this HOWTO, the quality of these collections may not all be
top-notch! Be especially wary of out-of-date versions.
1. Joop Stakenborg's linux hamradio applications and utilities
<http://www.casema.net/~aba>
2. filewatcher.org <http://filewatcher.org>
3. Red Hat contributed packages <ftp://contrib.redhat.com>
4. John Ackermann's Linux AX.25 page
<http://www.febo.com/packetnet/linux.html>
21. Copyright.
The HAM-HOWTO, an introduction to Amateur Radio software available for
Linux and information on how to configure some of it. Copyright (c)
1995,1996 Terry Dawson.
This program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify
it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by
the Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at
your option) any later version.
This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but
WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of
MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU
General Public License for more details.
You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License
along with this program; if not, write to the:
Free Software Foundation, Inc., 675 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139,
USA.
