The new 16 gray level fax board built in the mfj1278b gives you the ability to receive and transmit color sstv and multigray level fax pictures. Instead of requiring you to memorize a large number of commands, all you need to do is point and click on easytouse icons and buttons on the screen. Describe your experience with the mfj 1278bdsp and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. The stupid copy protection setup allows you to install it only twice,it has an uninstall. As far as other software options for running this mfj tnc, ive only found hyperterminal and it is too primitive. Easyterm for windows a communications program for aea and kantronics tncs sound card packet by kc2rlm. Choosing a tnc for aprs automatic packet reporting system. This mfj1278dsp, your transceiver and computer are all you need for exciting digital qsos.
A comprehensive dsp filtered data controller produced by mfj, includes user manual, quickstart guide, firmware upgrade additional instructions, mains psu. Simple windows packet controller is a simple windows based tnc interface program designed for ares operation like simple operator interface to connect and perform communication functions, and. Most packet software falls under one of the following categories. Is there any software available to use the advanced modes in the mfj 1278 tnc. Multimode data controller mfj1278b controller pdf manual download.
However, adding support for the baycom would require significant programming effort on the part of the various aprs software authors, and the market is just not large enough to justify this sort of effort. Mfj48b eprom firmware upgrade for mfj1278bmfj1278tfrom. I can also use logeqf to run those 3 tncs wrote in message. For remote operations, mumble voip client on your mobile device. The mfj1275 provides fully automatic operation with audio and pushtotalk control. There are several types of packet software available. I have an mfj 1278b tnc and have used it with a normal terminal program on windows hyperterm and linux minicom but dont have any software anymore that will run on xp or linux. Discontinued amateur radio tncs the mfj1270c super tapr tnc clone has a world wide reputation as the most reliable tnc in the world. The mfj1278bdsp and mfj1289 multicom software are packed with features available only from mfj. Go to the product page and click on the product manuals tab. Originally, there was concern that over a period of extended use, these tnc2 clones mfj included would actually take themselves out of the kiss mode and simply stand idle without responding to. Haldxp38, haldsp4100 oh2giham system is an allmode contesting and logging software system designed primarily for online operation of hf digital and cw radio stations through terminal node controllers tnc. I am not sure if the 1278 and 1278b are the same commands. Mfj enterprises inc,ameritron,hygain,hygain,cushcraft,vectronics,mirage,mfj,mfj enterprises,antenna,radio,ham radio,amateur radio,tuner,analyzer,starkville,amplifier,xiegu,loop antenna.
Click downloads to find the current version of airmail. View and download mfj multimode data controller 1278b user manual online. You can download mmtty software from the official english website by. The world of free packet radio software amsterdam mfj. Mfj1278b multimode radio interfacing radio interfacing methods the mfj1278b allows radio connection without any modifications to the radio or any signal balancing devices in the cables. Apparently, the author wrote the software and mfj then brought it in house by securing the authors assistance in debugging the shareware and adding valuable features like sstv, and packet file transfer. We had 1 of this item in stock at the time of the last update. Come to find out that the multicom for windows software wont let you change the callsign once you have installed it from the. Simple windows packet controller free download and. I dont know when it was written but it sure is outdated and hard to use. Everything you need is included software, audio cables and power supply. The shareware version was then abandoned in favor of. Load software, plug in mfj1275m to your computertransceiver and enjoy operating modes like psk31. It has worked flawlessly 247365 for about 3 years now.
Is there any software available to use the advanced modes in the mfj1278 tnc. The mfj1278 dsp and mfj1289 multicom software are packed with features available only from mfj. Mfj 1278 dsp the world of free packet software amsterdam. Plug this new mfj1275 sound card interface between your transceiver and computer and enjoy operating all digital modes.
Optional audio cables for voip or digital mode software, cw and ptt keying cables. The shareware version was then abandoned in favor of multicom for windows. This website is devoted to care and maintenance of the mfj 1278b tnci use one of these for rtty and pactor, and for years well, six i have run afsk using the tones output from the round circular plug. Mfj 1278 dsp the free world of packet radio software in. Mscan meteo pro an easy to use windows program combining all features of. I have decided discontinue support for all xpware software programs at this time. Andrew,stay away from the multicom software unless you are hellbent to waste your money on old obsolite software. Airmail is a radio mail program for sending and receiving messages via pactor over hf. A tnc control program for the mfj 1278 family of multimode. In addition, mfj1278b lets you monitor the new and growing navtex broadcasting system. The mfj1278 is a tnc2 clone with added digital communication modes but the software needed to take advantage of all the extra modes is sorely lacking for windows and linux. They have a old win version at their site but they sell it a product with no software for today pcs. Xpware communications software glaswerks amplification.
I just read the blurb in qst way back when and downloaded the software from. Apparently, the author wrote the software and mfj then brought it in house by. Is there any software out there that supports the other modes this tnc will do like wefax and sstv. I have just buy the 1278b for my new ft857 expecting with one software to cover everything digital packet,psk31,rtty,pactor,amtor and more one program one rig,when at the same time a baycom will run at the other serial, and agw with sb.
Packet, pactor, amtor, rtty, color sstv, 16 gray level fax, weather fax, cw, ascii, navtex and memory keyer plus an enhanced 32k mailbox thats expandable to 512k. I have used it for rtty, cw and packet but dont have. Multimode data controller mfj 1278b controller pdf manual download. The only saving grace for mfj is a program written by kf7xp gary. I have an mfj1278b tnc and have used it with a normal terminal program on windows hyperterm and linux minicom but dont have any software anymore that will run on xp or linux. Airmail is a 32bit program which runs under windows2000, xp, vista, win7 and win8.
Mfj multimode data controller 1278b user manual pdf. Mfj enterprises inc,ameritron,hygain,hygain,cushcraft,vectronics,mirage, mfj, mfj enterprises,antenna,radio,ham radio,amateur radio,tuner,analyzer,starkville,amplifier,xiegu,loop antenna. The copyprotected mfj multicom software i used previously is on a floppy and my new computer doesnt do floppies. This mfj1278bdsp, your transceiver and computer are all you need for exciting digital qsos. Aea and kantornics software mfj1278 software baycom k4abt packet. Radio data rate of 24009600 is selectable with software command by the mfj 1278b. Rtty programs, software for ham radio rtty emission mode category is a curation of 23 web resources on, extfsk by mm hamsoft, mmtty mm hamsoft, gmfsk. Customer accounts did not transfer over to the new site so. Upc high speed fiber power downloads 200 mb and uploads 10 mb upc high speed. Highly recommend lanlink, available on numerous bbss and the internet. Second hand mfj1278b dsp multimode data controller. Mfjs connectionwizard easily connects you transceiver to your computers sound card for operation of psk31, ft8, jt65, rtty, sstv, packet, amtor, cw, hscw meteor scatter, contest voice keying and other modes that require a sound card. Comments here indicate probably not, but id like more info on what and why. I have just buy the 1278b, and the included software is rediculus.
Discussion in general technical questions and answers. The mfj1278 dsp and mfj1289 multicom software are packed. Multicom for windows is a software tool that simplifies the use of your 12781 multimode controller. Connect an ethernet cable from your router to rigpi station server. Packet goldmine software by the hundreds from hams net. Since i wanted to use the 1278 as an aprs digipeater i downloaded the. Founded in a small, rented hotel room in 1972, mfj enterprises has grown into a worldwide leader for amateur radio components. Thousands are dedicated as digipeaters, nodes, bbs and used in all kinds of commercial applications working 24 hours a day many work for years without a single failure. If you have some stuff that not is listed here you can donate this by contact mods. Mfj48b eprom firmware upgrade for mfj1278bmfj1278t. I wish to thank all of the users from around the world that. In this page you find schematic, users and instructions manuals, service manuals, technical supplement, leaf leads and other good stuff. As the ham radio hobby has evolved, mfj has continued to develop new products to meet the needs of amateur radio enthusiasts. The mfj 1278 dsp modem with 10 digital modes mfj 1278 dsp.
The mfj 1278 dsp and mfj 1289 multicom software are packed with features available only from mfj. I belive you can download all the mfj manuals at there web sight, they don. Dsp1232 and 2232, the mfj 1276 and 1278b, and the hal dxp38 cloverpactor modem. The mfj1278b ten mode computer interface has rtty, pactor, packet 3001200, amtor, sstv, navtex, cw and fax capability exclusive mfj hardware features include.
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