FT8 (short for Franke–Taylor design, 8-FSK modulation) is a frequency shift keying digital mode of radio communication used by amateur radio operators worldwide.

WSJT-X implements communication protocols or "modes" called FST4, FST4W, FT4, FT8, JT4, JT9, JT65, Q65, MSK144, and WSPR, as well as one called Echo for detecting and measuring your own …

Oct 11, 2019 · First, what is it? FT8 is one of the many digital modes often referred to as sound card modes (SCM) because they utilize a computer’s sound card to bring in audio from your radio to be …

FT8 is a popular digital mode used by ham radio operators to make long-distance radio contact. It stands for “Franke-Taylor design, 8-FSK modulation” and uses a transmission method called "8 …

Dec 30, 2025 · FT8 ("Franke-Taylor design, 8- FSK modulation") is an extremely-weak-signal, digital, narrow bandwidth (50 Hz), QSO -only communication protocol used by amateur radio ("ham radio") …

This isn’t a full “how to” guide on setting up FT8, as there are plenty of those online already. This is just a summary of the basics, plus a few tips I’ve picked up along the way.

Nov 5, 2025 · What is FT8? FT8 (Franke-Taylor design, 8-Frequency Shift Keying) is a digital mode developed by Joe Taylor (K1JT) and his team. It’s part of the WSJT suite of digital modes, designed …

Nov 3, 2022 · To understand the basics of FT8, the guide provides an overview of what FT8 is, how it works, and what equipment is needed to use it. It also covers basic operating procedures and etiquette.

The mode is known as FT8, and it is provided by a free software application called WSJT-X that’s available for Windows, Mac OS, and Linux. WSJT-X allows amateurs to operate not only FT8, but …

FT8 is a ham radio mode used in the WSJT-X software In this how-to guide I show how to setup the software for making contacts on the air! ...more