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Program for the control of the transceiver from your PC. Works on windows and has been tested with different serial and USB interfaces, Based on hamlib libraries , Auto CQ for repetitive calls, Audio Recorder, BktNetInterface for JTDX and WSJT-X

A portable decoder for METEOR M weather satellite LRPT signal, available for windows and Linux

Windows shareware contest log program for the ARRL 160 meter contest

Loki5ace version 5.3.39.1 is a freeware amateur radio logging program designed for Windows operating systems (XP, Vista, 7) and compatible with Linux Wine. The software offers multiple installation methods, including a portable version (loc5portable.zip or Loce5pack.zip) that does not require administrator rights or Windows Registry modifications, making it suitable for USB stick deployment or limited user accounts. An official installation (loc5acest.zip) is also available, typically installing to C:\Program Files\Hamlok\LokiAce\ and requiring administrator privileges for initial setup and updates, with user-specific settings and database files stored in application data folders. The program's database, Loc4ac.mdb, can be renamed to the user's callsign for personalization. Loki5ace supports context-sensitive help, which requires WinHlp32.exe installation on Windows Vista and 7. The software includes features such as special print functions, Telnet Watch with comment display, and an 'Own QTH' field for location management. Updates can be performed via an in-program function or by manually copying the Loki5ace.zip file, which contains the main executable, Loki5ace.exe, to the program folder. The latest version 5.3.39.0 includes repairs for special prints and enhancements to the Telnet Watch feature.

The Ultimate Control Software for the IC-7300, IC-7610, IC-7600, IC-7850, IC-7851 and Others is a control software suite that includes additional interesting features such as support for the built in Spectrum Scope, Audio monitors, Shortwave DB, CW Terminal, Clublog Spotting, Memory management, interface to Ham Radio Deluxe Logbook, DM780, n1mm+, log4om, DXLab and other. Runs on Windows OS, commercial licence.

KComm, a logging and communication program, was specifically engineered for Elecraft K2, K3, and KX3 transceivers, leveraging the Lazarus cross-platform development tool. It operates natively on Windows XP and can be compiled for Linux, with potential for macOS, prioritizing low resource usage for casual DXers and contest participants. The software integrates with external applications like Fldigi for diverse digital modes and CW Skimmer for advanced Morse decoding, enhancing its functionality beyond basic logging. The design philosophy of KComm emphasizes utilizing the physical radio controls for operational adjustments, rather than replacing the transceiver's front panel. It facilitates keyboard CW operation via the Elecraft serial protocol and capitalizes on the K3 and KX3's built-in decoders for RTTY and PSK31. Additionally, KComm supports PSK31, PSK63, and PSK125 through the AE4JY PSK Core DLL on Windows and integrates with PSKReporter.info for spotting. While not a dedicated contest logging or award tracking program, KComm supports ADIF and Cabrillo export for casual use, allowing logs to be imported into other software. The author, G4ILO, ceased all software development, providing KComm "as is" without further support or updates; however, the source code is available under the GNU GPL for community continuation.

IC706_BKT CAT is used to control the transceiver Icom IC-706, IC-706MKII IC-706MKII/G and IC-718 from the personal computer. Works on Windows and is available in free and free donation version

Windows free sound recorder. What you save is what you hear ! Small utility program to capture and save any sound played by your computer. Audio recorded can be converted in MP3 format.

remoteRotator is a command line application which makes your azimuth / elevation antenna rotators available on the network. It available for Linux/Windows/MacOS and written in the programing language Go.

The OnAir SDR receiver application, hosted on GitHub, supports a broad range of digital and analog modes across macOS, Windows, and Linux platforms. It decodes various digital TV standards like DVB-T/T2, DVB-C, DVB-S/S2, ATSC, ISDB-T, and DTMB, alongside broadcast audio formats such as DAB+, FM, and DRM. For aviation enthusiasts, it processes ADS-B, ACARS, and VDL2 signals, while also offering satellite reception and GNSS capabilities. Amateur radio operators benefit from its support for modes including FT8, PSK31, and CW, in addition to general digital voice decoding and cell tower monitoring. A built-in spectrum analyzer provides visual analysis of received signals. The project demonstrates active development, evidenced by over **1,750 commits** to its codebase. OnAir is designed for compatibility with popular SDR hardware, including _HackRF_, RTL-SDR, Airspy, SDRplay, BladeRF, LimeSDR, Pluto, and USRP devices. This wide hardware support makes it a versatile tool for radio enthusiasts and professionals working with various SDR platforms.

SDR++ is a cross-platform, open-source SDR software designed for minimal bloat and ease of use, supporting Windows, Linux, macOS, and BSD operating systems. It incorporates multi-VFO capabilities and offers extensive hardware compatibility through both _SoapySDR_ and dedicated modules. The software features SIMD accelerated DSP for efficient signal processing and provides full waterfall updates when possible, which enhances signal browsing. Its modular design facilitates the development of custom plugins, allowing users to extend its functionality. The application's focus on a bloat-free architecture and user-friendly interface aims to simplify the experience of working with Software Defined Radios. The full waterfall update mechanism is particularly beneficial for visualizing and identifying signals across a wide frequency spectrum, improving operational efficiency for radio amateurs. The modular plugin system enables community contributions and specialized enhancements, making _SDR++_ adaptable for various amateur radio applications, from general listening to specific digital mode decoding.

Boasting an FM demodulation rate of **1,235 Msps** and a DMR speed of **369x realtime**, SDR-- is a software-defined radio application designed for patching together radio components across macOS, Windows, and Linux platforms. It facilitates connecting a receiver to various channels, which then feed into speakers, maps, or recorders. The software supports a wide array of audio modes including AM, NFM, SSB, CW, FM stereo, RDS, DMR, FreeDV, D-STAR, Fusion, NXDNP, P25, and dPMR, alongside decoding numerous events and messages such as ADS-B, ACARS, VDL2, HFDLA, AIS, NAVTEX, DSC, POCSAG, FLEX, ERMES, FT8, FT4, WSPR, APRS, RTTY, PSK, ISM sensors, and time signals. Beyond audio and data, SDR-- also handles video modes like SSTV, ATVDVB-S, and DVB-S2. It provides comprehensive displays including spectrum, waterfall, constellation, and map views, all integrated with decoded messages. Advanced features include scanning, signal identification, satellite tracking, direction finding, and passive radar capabilities. The application offers remote control options via REST, WebSocket, MCP, and event forwarding, allowing integration with external tools. It can operate on a desktop computer or be deployed on a server, such as a _Raspberry Pi_, for remote access, providing flexibility for shack setups or antenna-side installations.

The RBN S-Meter visualizes real-time HF propagation data from the Reverse Beacon Network (RBN). It processes thousands of automated spots per hour, providing a real-time picture of active RF paths on HF bands. Users can set their vantage point using _Region Mode_ or _Grid Square Mode_. Region Mode allows selection from broad geographic areas like E. North America or Europe, while Grid Square Mode uses a Maidenhead grid square and radius for more precise data. The app displays eight region panels, each with horizontal bars for bands 160m through 6m, indicating signal strength with a color ramp from green to red. A dimmer trail shows peak hold values, and an S-unit readout provides additional detail. The app is a free web application accessible on any device, offering a practical tool for ham radio operators interested in CW, RTTY, and FT8 signals. It features a Progressive Web App installation option for enhanced usability on mobile and desktop platforms. Users can install it on Android, iOS, and Windows devices, providing a native app-like experience. The app replaces the previous Windows standalone executable, incorporating user feedback to improve features like grid square mode and automatic location detection.

Wfview is a program that allows many modern Icom ham radio transceivers (such as the IC-7300, IC-9700, IC-7610, IC-R8600 and many others) to be controlled via a computer. wfview shows the gorgeous spectrum display on whatever display is connected, including projectors, touch screens, and TVs. wfview allows for full radio control from a computer keyboard and basic control from a numeric keypad. It works under Windows, Linux and MacOS

This project is a USB Audio, Serial and PTT interface for rigs that does not directly support digital modes provided by applications such as FLDIGI, WSJT-X and JS8CALL. Plug these interface devices into your Windows or Linux laptop or Raspbian Raspberry Pi and you can send and receive digital tones to/from your rig and automate the frequency and mode control and PTT control.

K2Net is a remote operation windows software for the Elecraft K2, and allow remote control over internet or wi-fi networks by G4ILO

Nexus is a free and open-source ham radio software application, built in Rust by KD9TAW, designed to integrate multiple station functions into a single program. It supports fifteen operating modes, including FT8, FT4, CW, SSB, FM, RTTY, SSTV, and APRS, with both transmit and receive capabilities across Windows, Linux, and Raspberry Pi platforms. The software provides band activity displays with country, distance, and bearing information, a call roster, a 3-D propagation globe with live spots, and alerts for new DXCC, WAS, WAZ, VUCC, and IOTA entities. It also features a native RF panadapter for Icom CI-V and Flex radios, or a live audio scope for other transceivers. Nexus integrates a comprehensive logbook, computes awards offline without requiring an account, and includes repeater search functionality with curated memory packs. It offers CHIRP CSV round-trip compatibility for approximately 1,000 radio models and is compatible with WSJT-X, JTDX, and MSHV via UDP protocol for seamless integration with existing workflows. The application supports ADIF import/export for log data management and provides accessibility features for operators with hearing or visual impairments, including screen reader compatibility and keyboard-navigable interfaces.

Windows shareware contest log program for the CQ 160 meters contest

FDlog is a free windows Field day logging program in Danish

In this article WB8NUT review the most popular amateur radio related digital mode software for windows and MacOSX

A free Labview antenna calculator program. This interesting calculator for small loop antennas can be ran on most recent Windows versions using the Labview runtime.

This software is an amateur radio utility for the lookup of an FCC issued Amateur Radio Call Sign. Run on Windows Linux and MacOSX

Presents RigOne, a radio controller application designed for Windows 10 (later releases) and Windows 11, with a macOS version under active development. The software provides core operational controls such as tuning, VFO following, signal metering, and audio management, emphasizing a clean interface for everyday use. It supports native Icom direct control, with the **IC-7300** serving as the primary tested profile, and integrates **Hamlib** for broader compatibility across various transceivers. The resource details specific features, including frequency and mode read/write, VFO A/B switching, quick mode/band selectors, and switchable analog-style or horizontal-bar signal meters. For the IC-7300, RigOne offers an integrated panadapter, waterfall display, native VOX control, and Twin PBT controls, leveraging live scope data for an enhanced visual operating experience. The application focuses on essential functions, avoiding unnecessary clutter. It outlines the latest version, v1.2.5.1, highlighting updates like a compact layout selector for Tall mode, direct frequency entry, and refined fixed 16:9 panel layouts. The page also clarifies hardware compatibility, noting extensive testing with the IC-7300 via USB/COM CI-V, and invites user feedback for expanding Hamlib support to other radio models, ensuring the software evolves based on real-world amateur radio station use.

How to configure the ICOM IC 7100 to correctly work with FLDIGI on Windows 7 64 Bit. How install USB drivers and how to properly set COM ports and how to configure CI-V

Setting up a Live Broadcast on the internet using windows pc and in internet connection

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.

Free Windows program intended to be used as a training aid for sending CW using an iambic Winkeyer from K1EL Systems. Iambic Master operates as a game. The objective of the game is to send the text in the Target box as accurately as possible.

Code Synthesizer for 2-way Radio Signaling works on Windows XP and Windows 7

A multi tool Windows program that has been designed to offer the EMC RF and Radio Engineer a large variety of tools for Attenuation calculation, VSWR analysis, FIR Filter calculations, EMC system configuration, Radar testing , RF Filter calculation and much more without the need of a live internet connection.

This freeware application for Linux and windows, allows you to convert an ADIF file to a KML file so you can map your QSOs easily and open it with google maps, or google earth or any application supporting the KML format

Aircraft Scatter Sharp is a windows application to calculate and assist airscatter operations. Real-time capture and display of plane position data derived from internet plane servers, highlighting of aircraft near the ideal position for scatter, Real-time estimation of Doppler shift and its rate of change.

The program sends morse code audio via sound card and can be used under Windows in Danish only

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

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

GridTracker listens to live traffic from WSJT-X or JTDX and displays it on a map. It can also load ADIF log files, load clublog, lotw, hrdlog.net and other sources to diplay your logbook statistics and map your QSOs. GridTracker is a free application for windows Linux and MacOS.

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.

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.

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_.

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.

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.

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

Time Mapper UHD is a versatile mapping and time visualization program offering multi-satellite viewing with frequency display and unique country-pairs for PskReporter data. It features live feeds from logging programs and can plot ADIF files. Ideal for schools, offices, or amateur radio stations, it provides customizable 4K or HD world clock displays with over 60 map layers, including ham radio zones and natural features. The program supports various time functions and can import logs for detailed analysis. It runs on Windows 10 or 11 and offers a 30-day free trial.

A windows program to learn Morse code and doing QSO in CW. The training course contains 39 Lessons based on Koch method. It can sends only letters, only numbers, only punctuation

This blog article introduces an updated repeater controller project utilizing the Arduino UNO. It includes a CW identifier, and the ID message can be customized using hex codes. The author offers a Windows command line program for easier message coding and provides a link for download. The controller features three adjustable timers for IDer, Timer-out, and Squelch-tail. The article also mentions the use of an audio switch to control audio levels between the receiver and transmitter. Detailed instructions and code files are available on the author's website for both version 1 and version 2 of the Arduino repeater controller. The project aims to enhance repeater functionality and audio management in ham radio operations.

MorseKOB is a program for doing landline telegraphy and American Morse with the help of a computer. Can run on Mac OS and Linux, in addition to Windows.

QSO Relay is a Windows desktop application that listens for contacts being forwarded from WSJT-X/JT65-HF and JTAlertX and write to Ham Radio Deluxe Logbook v6.x database

How to setup the Yaesu FT-847 along to the PSTRotator under Windows 10 PC with Omnirig.

A project by LY3H of a complete Scalar USB network analyzer with freeware windows software, sweep range 100 kHz to 160 MHz, powered by USB.

DxDozer is a Windows-based amateur radio logbook designed for both new and experienced DXers, featuring a robust logging system with extensive search capabilities. It offers seamless integration with FT8, displaying received stations from WSJT-X in a DX Cluster-like view, indicating LoTW status and prior contacts, and initiating QSOs directly. The software supports an unlimited number of callsign logbooks and allows multiple operators to log simultaneously to a single database, enhancing its utility for multi-operator stations or contest operations. The application includes a sophisticated DX Cluster with highly configurable filters based on band, mode, continent, worked/confirmed status, and LoTW participation, enabling users to monitor specific calls or countries. DxDozer simplifies QSL management by facilitating one-button uploads to LoTW and ClubLog, and downloads of new confirmed QSOs, with a dedicated field for QSL medium. The software provides both 'Easy' and 'Expert' modes to cater to different user proficiency levels, and is available via a yearly subscription after an initial free trial period.

Receiving & Decoding NOAA Weather Satellites using a simple rtl-sdr dongle, a helix antenna and a Windows PC