diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 9de3a2e..04e4c91 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -19,21 +19,21 @@ It is the **successor of the OpenHT project**, with focus on: * tight integration with Linux, GNU Radio, and modern SDR tooling, * long-term openness and hackability. -LinHT is developed by members of the **M17 community** and is intended primarily +LinHT is developed by members of the [**M17 community**](https://m17project.org) and is intended primarily for **radio amateurs, SDR experimenters, and developers**. This repository contains the **hardware design files** for LinHT. -> ⚠️ **Important:** LinHT is **not a consumer product**. +> ⚠️ **Important:** LinHT is **not a consumer product** yet. > It is an experimental, community-driven open hardware project. ## Key ideas behind LinHT -* **True SDR**: IQ baseband access, not audio-only hacks +* **True SDR**: IQ baseband access, not FM-only * **Linux-first**: no microcontroller firmware lock-in -* **No FPGA**: easier development, lower barrier to entry +* **No FPGA**: easier development, lower entry barrier * **Open everything**: hardware, software, toolchains -* **Hackable handheld**: not just another black box HT +* **Hackable handheld**: not just another black box walkie-talkie ## Hardware overview @@ -65,7 +65,7 @@ LinHT is built around a Linux SoM and a wideband IQ transceiver. | RX features | Programmable attenuation, gain control | | Modes | FM, SSB, M17, experimental digital modes | -> 📌 **UHF only** +> 📌 **UHF only!**
> VHF support is frequently requested, but **is not planned for revision B**. > The current priority is **stability, manufacturability, and software maturity**. @@ -97,10 +97,10 @@ Standard Linux tools (gcc, gdb, strace, etc.) are available directly on the devi LinHT is developed iteratively. Each revision serves a specific purpose. -| Revision | Status | Purpose | -| ---------- | ----------- | -------------------------------------------- | -| **Rev. A** | Completed | Early prototype, architecture validation | -| **Rev. B** | In progress | Feature-complete, manufacturing-ready design | +| Revision | Status | Purpose | +| ---------- | --------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- | +| **Rev. A** | Completed | Early prototype, architecture validation | +| **Rev. B** | In progress | Feature-complete, manufacturing-ready design | ### Revision A @@ -198,7 +198,7 @@ Primary documentation lives on the **M17 Wiki**: ## Contributing LinHT is a **community project** and contributions are welcome. The best way to -get involved is **joining the M17 Discord**, look for channel: **#linht**. +get involved is [**joining the M17 Discord**](https://discord.gg/4brEP8wwVp), look for channel: **#linht**. This is the preferred place to: @@ -301,7 +301,7 @@ Good ways to contribute: * RF/DSP experiments, * CI and automation improvements. -If you’re unsure where to help -- just ask. +If you’re unsure where to help - just ask. ## License