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Visual Wais is a free HAM (Amateur Radio) software to manage WAIS (Worked All Italian Squares) award. With few clicks, it allows the complete award management, from QSO insertion to endorsement requests.

Software running on the Raspberry PI, Control up to 8 arduino rotators modules, Azimuth maps, Cluster support, Band decoder, contest Web Log, Webcam with RaspiCam support

An Easy Guide to UI-View32 and UISS produced by Mineo Wakita, from installing UI-View32, setting up and configuring software and using the UISS

Operates as a universal client for Software Defined Radios, SDRoxide provides a robust platform for amateur radio operators to engage in diverse modes and activities. It integrates a **GPU panadapter** for real-time spectrum visualization, dual VFOs for flexible tuning, and advanced neural noise reduction to enhance weak-signal reception. The software supports a comprehensive suite of digital modes, including FT8, JS8, RTTY, and PSK, alongside built-in skimmers for automated signal detection. Its capabilities extend to Winlink radio email, 868 MHz ISM sensor decoding, and hands-free satellite operation with continuous Doppler correction and Hamlib rotator tracking. The client offers native drivers for popular SDR hardware like RTL-SDR, RX-888, and HackRF One, covering a wide frequency range from 1 MHz to 6 GHz. It also interfaces with CAT-controlled transceivers via Hamlib and Flrig, allowing a second SDR to function as a panadapter. Network dongles, SpyServer, KiwiSDR, and OpenHPSDR Ethernet SDRs are also supported, providing flexibility for remote and local operations. Beyond core radio functions, SDRoxide incorporates a live 3D space-weather globe with aurora and lightning displays, real-time satellite tracking with TLE updates, and a measured propagation heat map. It includes a full-featured logbook with DX cluster spots, award tracking for **DXCC** and WAS, and direct QSL upload integration with services like eQSL and Club Log, streamlining post-QSO management.

Isle of Man Repeaters maintained by David Osborn GD4HOZ this site covers the VHF repeater GB3GD and UHF internet linked 70cm repeater GB3IM. Using Allstar software for linking GB3IM is the only site in the uk to have three transmitters. Supported by the Isle of Man Amateur Radio Society

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The San Bernardino Microwave Society, operating under the callsign _W6IFE_, serves as a significant technical hub for amateur radio operators specializing in frequencies above 1 GHz. This organization's influence extends across Southern California, providing a centralized resource for advanced RF experimentation and **regional frequency management** within the microwave spectrum. Its permanent value lies in its extensive archive of technical papers and project documentation, which are critical for operators engaged in high-frequency design and deployment. The society's infrastructure is primarily intellectual, focusing on the dissemination of specialized knowledge rather than a conventional repeater network. It offers a robust collection of technical papers from prominent members like K6PIP, K6BLG, and WA6EXV, covering topics such as Rubidium oscillator data, logging software, and filter design. This resource facilitates advanced amateur radio operations, including participation in microwave contests and the development of custom transverters for bands like 24 GHz. The site also details various member projects, such as the Owens Valley Radio Observatory Project, showcasing practical applications of **RF propagation analysis** and system integration. DXZone Focus: Microwave | Technical Papers | RF Propagation | Contest Results

L32 LogSync application will allow you to sync your Logger32 logbook with various services and servers. Provide interface for Logger32 and LoTW EQSL ClubLog HRDLog QRZ.com

Available worldwide can be used as Arduino Shield or plug it in to you PC , or with a bluetooth adapter connect to Android. With a highly optimized software, KAI200 brings you: a. Antenna analyzer form 1 up to 200 Mhz; b. WSPR transmiter (set up by serial terminal); c. Square Wave Signal generator KAI200 is all you need for your radio whatever it is Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood or Drake and DIY projects.

This utility will convert any amateur radio logbook that has been stored in Microsoft Access MDB format and convert the file into either a delimited CSV file or to an ADIF formatted file

AN-SOF is a professional comprehensive software tool for the modeling and simulation of antenna systems. AS-SOF allows to describe antenna geometry, Choose construction materials, Describe the environment and ground conditions, Describe the antenna height above ground, Analize radiation pattern and front-to-back ratio, Plot directivity and gain, Analize input impedance and VSWR,Predict antenna bandwidth

A compleete guide to program the Tytera MD-380 DMR, installing the TYT software, setting the DMR ID and adding the contacts.

Interface board was for connecting Yaesu FT-817ND transceiver to Android phone or tablet. The board was developed for experimenting with RTTY, SSTV and other digital modes using DroidRTTY, DroidSSTV and other software on an Android phone.

Provides a robust logging solution for amateur radio operators across multiple operating systems, QLog simplifies the process of recording contacts and managing station data. It leverages the _Qt framework_ for its graphical user interface and stores all QSO information efficiently in a local SQLite database, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. This design choice supports a streamlined user experience for daily logging activities. QLog supports essential logbook functionalities, enabling hams to accurately document their two-way radio contacts. While not specifically designed for high-speed contest operation, it serves as a reliable tool for general amateur radio logging, allowing operators to maintain detailed records of their on-air achievements and station activities. Its cross-platform compatibility, including Linux, Windows, and macOS, makes it a versatile option for a wide range of amateur radio enthusiasts seeking a free and functional logging application. The project is a fork from _7h0ma5/QLog_, indicating a continued development path.

Over 150 pages of content are dedicated to maximizing activity on the 6-meter band, often referred to as the _Magic Band_. The resource details various propagation modes, including sporadic E, F2, and tropospheric ducting, providing insights into their characteristics and how to leverage them for DX contacts. It also covers essential equipment considerations, from transceivers and transverters to specific antenna designs optimized for 50 MHz operation, such as Yagis and Moxon antennas. The eBook presents strategies for participating in 6-meter contests and pursuing awards like _VUCC_, offering practical advice on logging software and operating techniques. It includes discussions on software tools useful for predicting propagation and managing contacts, alongside guidance on finding and utilizing DX maps to identify openings. The author, K5ND, shares his extensive experience to help operators achieve successful 6-meter DXing. Specific sections address the code of practice for 50 MHz operations and provide assistance in locating rare DX opportunities. The content is structured to guide both new and experienced operators through the nuances of the band, from initial setup to advanced operating strategies.

Xggcomms specialise in producing cost effective, high quality CAT and Audio interfaces for Icom and Yaesu Amateur Radio Equipment. Our interfaces are fully compatible with a large range of CAT and Digital Mode control software.

Narrow Band Emergency Messaging Software (NBEMS) is an Open Source software suite that allows amateur radio operators to reliably send and receive data using nearly any computer (Windows, Mac, and Linux) and any analog radio without requiring a dedicated digital infrastructure or specialized modem hardware

FTB8800 is a memory management software program for the FT-8800R/E FM transceiver

Remembrance Day Contest Logger free Windows software. Remembrance Day is a popular contest in Australia.

Software Defined, User Assembled, an Adventure a personal review by W5TOM

FTB7800 is a memory management software program for the Yaesu FT-7800R/E FM transceiver

This software loads WPX type ADIF files with the <PFX:xxx> tag and calculates the different callsign prefixes. The software will load and capture the totals for big files. ADIF files must have the .adi file extension.

All about RTTY, including audio samples, rtty software, video exaples and rtty related links

DXCC status monitoring tool. Maintains database of new worked countries and generate statitics

The complete software suite to Edit, Analyze, Generate Statistics, View multiple logs simultaneously, Map QSOs, Import and Export to Cabrillo or ADIF files. The Contest Log Analyzer has been developed as a complete database management application, where you can create separate Databases, containing several Logs, a convenient way to save, in one place only, all your log files that accumulate over the years. It runs on Mac and Windows, and it is a commercial product.

This PDF document outlines the process for establishing an **OpenWebRX+** station utilizing Software Defined Radio (SDR) devices on a Linux platform, specifically Debian Bookworm. It details the capabilities of such a setup, including reception across various frequency bands supported by the SDR hardware and the decoding of multiple modes like FM, WideFM, SSB, AM, ADSB, FT8, and CW, with examples provided for FT8 reception and mapping, sensor data, and ADSB. The guide recommends specific hardware configurations, suggesting older x86-64 laptops with 4GB RAM or Raspberry Pi 4 models for the host system. For SDR devices, it endorses **RTL-SDRv3/v4** or HackRF, noting the necessary driver installations for RTL-SDR. The software installation sequence is meticulously laid out, from installing Debian Bookworm to adding OpenWebRX+ repositories, installing the application, and configuring device-specific drivers. Authored by Christian Horn (JL1AYH), the resource also includes a brief personal background of the author. It concludes with instructions for accessing the OpenWebRX+ interface via a web browser, either locally or remotely over a network, and provides contact information for further inquiries.

Yea Cabrillo2Adif is a free software for converting the radio logs from Cabrillo to Adif log format for MacOSX

Demonstrates the practical application of APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) through the lens of HB9PVI's activities in Switzerland. It covers the system's core function of reporting geographical positions and telemetry data from various objects, including mobile stations, aircraft, and the ISS, distributed via packet radio and internet gateways. The resource highlights the routing paradigm shift introduced in April 2005, specifically the recommendation to use _WIDE1-1_ instead of RELAY and WIDE for digipeating to reduce duplicate packets. The page presents real-time maps displaying the positions of amateur radio stations in Switzerland and around Bern, updated every few minutes. It details specific callsigns like _HB9BA-2_ (HB9PVI's home QTH), _HB9BA-8_ (a weather station), and _HB9BA-4_ (a WIDE digipeater on Weissenstein mountain), providing context for their roles within the local APRS network. Links to track HB9PVI's mobile operations (_HB9PVI-9_) and handheld devices (_HB9PVI-15_, _HB9PVI-7_) are also provided. Furthermore, the resource curates a list of APRS software options for various operating systems, including _JavAPRS_ for Europe, _UI-view_, and _X-Astir_ for Linux, alongside digipeater/IGATE software like _DiXPRS_. It also offers downloadable APRS information, including a PDF article by HB9PVI and HE9ZGN, and a PowerPoint presentation in German, making it a repository of practical and historical APRS data.

Analyzing 433 MHz radio signals from common wireless devices, such as temperature sensors and remote controls, involves understanding **On-Off Keying (OOK)** modulation. This resource details the process of capturing these signals using a Software Defined Radio (SDR) like Gqrx and then visually inspecting the captured audio data in a sound editor such as Audacity. It differentiates between **Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)** and Pulse Position Modulation (PPM) encoding schemes, illustrating how to identify and decode binary data by eye based on pulse and gap durations. The article provides a step-by-step walkthrough for decoding a wireless thermometer's data, correlating bit patterns with known temperature, humidity, and channel values. It also demonstrates decoding an RF remote control's button presses, highlighting the constant and varying parts of the transmitted packets. The content further introduces automated decoding using tools like RTL_433, explaining its capabilities in parsing various device protocols and showing how to interpret its output, including modulation type and decoded data. Specific examples include analyzing Prologue sensor protocol specifications from RTL_433's source code and noting common operating frequencies like 433.92 MHz in Europe and 915 MHz in the US.

A software defined receiver located in Tuscany Italy with a Windom antenna convering HF bands

FTB2800 is a memory management software program for the Yaesu FT 2800 M FM transceiver.

JT65 software download archive for all JT65 editions, includes a JT95 and JT9 operating mode informations, JT65 reference website for Japanese operators.

A Dutch website dedicated to weather satellite reception with many documents related to antennas, software and techniques on receiving signals from weather satellites.

Manufacturer of software definded radio receivers, antenna switches, preselectors, antenna splitters based in Italy and USA

The _RTL-SDR V4_ dongle offers a tuning range from approximately 500 kHz to 1.7 GHz, encompassing HF, VHF, UHF, and microwave amateur allocations, with direct sampling improvements for HF reception. This guide outlines two primary installation methods for _OpenWebRX_ on a Raspberry Pi: utilizing an official Raspberry Pi image or employing a Docker installation. It also provides specific recommendations for Raspberry Pi models such as the 3/3B+, 4, and Zero 2 W, alongside practical advice for antenna selection and placement to optimize reception. _OpenWebRX_ is an open-source, browser-based SDR software package that facilitates web-accessible radio reception. The setup results in a receiver featuring a live waterfall display and demodulation capabilities for AM, FM, SSB, and CW modes. This configuration can be deployed for public access or restricted to a private network, depending on the operator's preference. Further sections address common troubleshooting scenarios and offer tips for mitigating noise, ensuring a stable and effective SDR listening station. The _RTL-SDR V4_ also integrates improved front-end filtering and a software-switchable bias tee, enhancing its utility for various amateur radio applications.

Modifications for Retevis RT3 / Tytera MD-380 includes Hardware Modifications, Codeplugs, Software / Firmware Modifications.

This project enhances Arjan te Marvelde's uSDR-pico by integrating a waterfall display feature. By adding an ILI9341 240x320 2.4" TFT display and modifying the software, the goal is to provide a panadapter to the existing transceiver. Initially developed with Visual Studio, the code was later migrated to Arduino IDE for Raspberry Pi Pico compatibility. The focus remains on preserving the original software, primarily enhancing the dsp.c file for waterfall implementation.

Operating in challenging RF environments, DeepCW provides real-time Morse code decoding capabilities through a neural network model. The software excels at robustly interpreting weak signals, mitigating the effects of QSB, and performing effectively in noisy conditions, a common issue for CW operators. It also supports multi-channel decoding, allowing for the simultaneous interpretation of multiple CW signals present in the audio stream. The application integrates audio pass-through functionality, enhanced with deep-learning-based noise reduction to clean up the incoming audio before decoding. Benchmarking data indicates a 0.00% error rate from 0 to -4 dB SNR, with errors remaining below 1.5% at -8 dB SNR and under 8% at -10 dB SNR across the full range of CW speeds. The project provides comparative analyses against established decoders such as _CW Skimmer_, _fldigi_, and _ggmorse_, utilizing publicly available CW QSO videos from YouTube to demonstrate its performance. DeepCW is designed for cross-platform deployment, supporting Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS operating systems. The core _DeepCW Engine_, which houses the decoding model and a reference implementation, is available separately, offering Python and Node.js examples for decoding from WAV audio files.

If you want to have a closer look at the weather, you can download software and visually display data.

Blog post by Adrian M0NWK showing how to calculate the latitude and longitude at the centre of a Maidenhead locator using basic maths.

Stand Alone Software Defined Radio, direct sampling receiver from 30 kHz to 1700.00MHz continuous frequency range, LAN interface for remote access

DecoDXLog is a station logbook application for Windows, designed to integrate seamlessly with the _Decodium_ family of software, as well as _WSJT-X_ and JTDX, by receiving QSOs via UDP. It operates around a local SQLite file, providing automatic callbook lookups from QRZ.com XML or HamQTH to complete log entries with name, QTH, and locator data. The software tracks 15 different awards, including DXCC, WAZ, WAS, WPX, IOTA, POTA, and SOTA, calculating progress in real-time and allowing confirmation via LoTW, paper cards, or eQSL. It also features comprehensive statistics, a world map displaying worked locators and cluster spots, and a built-in DX Cluster client that aggregates data from DX Spider/CC Cluster, Reverse Beacon Network, HamAlert, and POTA activations, providing alerts for new DXCC, band, or mode. The application includes a CW keyer/decoder, a contest mode with real-time scoring and Cabrillo export, and robust QSL management for LoTW, QRZ Logbook, eQSL, and Club Log. An optional DecoDXLog Cloud feature enables synchronization of QSOs, station profiles, and settings across multiple devices, ensuring a consistent operating environment. The software is open-source under the GPL-3.0 license, developed by IU8LMC and contributors, and supports lossless ADIF import/export, making it compatible with existing logs. It also integrates with _DecoRotor_ for antenna control, allowing operators to point their antenna directly from the logbook interface.

Documents S21RC's construction of an impedance transformer harness for a VHF/UHF cross yagi, utilizing 20m of _RG179_ cable. Details the creation of a DIY RF sampler with a -50dB sampling output, primarily for measuring HF radio PA section output with a Spectrum Analyzer, also applicable for _Pure Signal_ transmission. Chronicles the deployment of a 200m long beverage antenna for the _S21DX IOTA_ operation in 2022, positioned 2m above ground. Discusses the construction of a 3-element short beam for 10m to replace a previous 2-element antenna, with assistance from S21DW. Provides guidance on operating cheap _PA-70_ and _PA-100_ type Chinese SSPAs using IRF530 MOSFETs, emphasizing the necessity of a final LPF. Outlines the design and construction of a fully isolated interface for radio-to-computer connections, supporting various digital modes with isolated ground, audio transformers for IN/OUT, optical isolation for CAT/CIV, and isolated PTT/COS lines. Includes a log of software updates, such as the _HMI/TFT for NX8048K070_ and _2.1.14 Lite_ release with bug fixes for PEP hold and gradual watt decay.

Demonstrates the _Widget DX HB9HBY_ software, a compact desktop application for amateur radio operators, providing essential real-time information. The widget displays UTC time, current HF propagation conditions, local weather, and thunderstorm risk. It also integrates radio-related links and offers advanced PRO functions, such as a DX map, HF noise radar, IBP beacon synchronization, contest heatmap, aurora radar, and a rare DX radar. The software is available for Windows 10/11 and Linux, with a macOS version planned for future release, and supports both French and English interfaces. Author HB9HBY highlights the widget's simple installation process and automatic update capabilities, which can be silent for minor fixes or include notifications for significant changes. The free version provides core functionalities, while a 15-day free trial unlocks the PRO features. A lifetime PRO license is available for a one-time payment of CHF 10, activating advanced tools that help operators make quicker decisions at the station by correlating propagation, UTC, DX activity, and local conditions, though results remain indicative and require confirmation via listening or tools like _RBN_ or _PSKReporter_.

DXChrono Desktop presents a comprehensive suite of real-time amateur radio data, including NOAA solar indices, HF band conditions, and a worldwide _F5LEN tropo_ overlay for VHF openings. It integrates live spots from Telnet DX Cluster, PSK Reporter, and Reverse Beacon Network, displaying them on a dynamic 3D globe or 2D flat map. Additional features include aurora and MUF layers, QTH display with optional cities and grid/CQ/ITU layers, and dedicated support for SOTA and POTA activations. The software also offers a Watch List for callsign alerts and Sun/Moon Az/El widgets for satellite and EME operations. The application provides extensive contest and logging context through integration with _N1MM Logger+_ UDP, Cloudlog API, QRZ Logbook, and ADIF file support, allowing recent QSOs to be mapped directly. A Special Event mode is available for club stations, enhancing field day operations. DXChrono Desktop runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Raspberry Pi 4/5, requiring a 64-bit OS and at least 4 GB RAM for optimal performance, distinguishing it from simpler HamClock-style appliances.

How to set new squelch values on Baofeng HT Radios by using the CHIRP software. Make sure you save the original configuration before editing squelch levels. Edit at your own risk.

Enables Android users to operate various _miniVNA_ antenna analyzers via Bluetooth, USB, or Wi-Fi, providing a portable solution for RF measurements. The application supports full control over data acquisition, offering features like custom frequency range selection from 1 KHz to the VNA's full range, and automatic screen adaptation for diverse Android device resolutions. It facilitates intuitive, wizard-based calibration for both reflection and transmission modes, saving calibration data for different VNA types (Standard, Pro, Pro with Extender) to avoid repeated procedures. The software displays critical parameters such as SWR, |Z|, Return Loss, Phase, Rs, and |Xs| on 2-axis graphs or Smith charts, with multi-touch gestures for zoom and frequency shift. It includes a frequency generator mode with independent channels and attenuator control for the miniVNA Pro, along with a sweeper function. The cable data mode automatically calculates phase and loss, measures cable length from less than 1 meter to hundreds of meters, and includes a table of common coax cable velocity factors. An experimental X-tal mode measures resonance frequency, Rs, and Q. Data export options include CSV, ZPLOT, and S1P formats, with CSV import capability. The application also features an SM6ENG Audio mode for SWR tuning without visual reference and provides a miniVNA battery voltage indicator. It supports a wide frequency range, with the miniVNA Extender extending coverage up to **1500 MHz**. The application is compatible with Android version 2.2 and later, tested on devices like the _Galaxy TAB 7.7 P6800_.

The Narrow Band Emergency Messaging System (NBEMS - pronounced N-beams) is a suite of software programs based around Fldigi and designed for point-to-point, fast, error-free, emergency messaging which takes up very little space on the ham bands.

Windows log software for the popular RD contest, usually held in Australia in mid August.

Presents a web software defined radio service hosted by the ARDAM amateur radio club in Ordino, Andorra, situated at an altitude of 1,400 meters in the Pyrenees. The system incorporates four FunCubeDonglePro+ receivers, providing access to the 60m, 40m, 20m, and 80m amateur bands. These receivers are connected to a dipole antenna oriented East/West, enabling users to monitor signals, check their own transmissions, or simply enjoy general ham radio listening from this unique QTH. The interface provides a waterfall display, frequency tuning, and signal strength plotting, with options for both Java and HTML5 WebAudio, though Java is noted as a requirement for full functionality on some browsers. The resource details the operational aspects, crediting PA3FWM for the underlying software and C31CT and EA3KZ for system operation and maintenance, ensuring 24/7 availability. It also includes a significant section outlining the ARDAM association's ongoing disputes with the URA (Unió de Radioaficionats Andorrans) regarding amateur radio regulations, CEPT licensing for foreign visitors, and the installation of a VHF-DMR repeater, highlighting the challenges faced by ARDAM in promoting amateur radio in Andorra.