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Official MixW website where you can download latest version and options for MixW, a widely used multimode software suite for amateur radio operators. The website provides access to various versions of the core MixW application, including legacy releases like Mix 2.21 for MS DOS and more recent iterations up to MixW version 3.2.105. Users can also obtain essential add-ons such as the **Olivia** support DLL, **Q15X25** support DLL, contest DLLs, and serial port emulation drivers. Detailed instructions are provided for Olivia mode operation, emphasizing the critical need for sound card sample rate calibration to ensure proper decoding and signal placement within specific frequency grids to minimize QRM. The page also links to external resources for localized help files in Spanish, Italian, French, German, and Polish, catering to a global user base. An alternative download page by G3VFP is also listed. MixW supports new transceivers for CAT control, including Yaesu FT-991, FT-1200, FT-3000, and Icom IC-7100, IC-7300, IC-7410, IC-7851. It also features an online callbook via QRZ.com.

Superfast analyzer for audio and radio signals. Examining radio signals is the original idea of Analyzer2000. Simply connect the AF-output of your receiver to the input of your soundcard and see, what you hear. Use SSB and you will have a feeling like using an expensive IF panorama adapter. Support for this version has been discontinued.

MMTTY V1.70K, released June 4, 2017, provides a full 3.5MB installation for RTTY operations on Windows platforms including XP, Vista, and Win7. The software, developed by JE3HHT, utilizes a soundcard for RTTY decoding and encoding, with support for external FSK keying via parallel or serial ports, including USB serial adapters. An MMTTY Engine V1.70K is also available, specifically designed for integration into other commercial amateur radio programs requiring RTTY functionality. Older versions such as MMTTY V1.68A (September 29, 2010) and MMTTY V1.66G are accessible, alongside a non-installer version (MMTTY168A-i.zip) for experienced users. The resource includes an updated ARRL.DX file for callsign lookup and offers a comprehensive 18MB PDF help file for offline viewing or download. Support for the software is directed to a group.io community. MMTTY integrates with **COMFSK** and **EXTFSK/EXTFSK64** for precise FSK keying, enabling direct radio control. The site also hosts MMJARTS V1.03, a 254KB utility released September 6, 2002, which generates log and summary sheets specifically for the JARTS RTTY contest, linking to the official JARTS website for contest information.

CwGet v2.55 is a software application designed for amateur radio operators to decode Morse code (CW) signals into text using a standard computer sound card, eliminating the need for specialized hardware. The program features a customizable interface with three primary windows: a spectrum display for visualizing signal frequencies and peaks, an oscillogram for monitoring signal presence and setting detection thresholds, and a received symbols window for displaying decoded text. Key functionalities include Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) to lock onto signals, adjustable FIR and IIR filters for noise reduction, and a burst filter to mitigate short noise impulses. It also supports automatic CW speed detection, multiple character sets, and the ability to record and replay received audio. Integration with logging software like AALog is facilitated through double-click word transfer, and transceiver frequency control is possible via the Omni-Rig interface, allowing for automatic tuning of the radio's VFO or RIT. The multi-channel decoder feature can simultaneously decode up to five strong signals within a 1600 Hz bandwidth, displayed in a separate Multi-RX Window with an adjustable squelch. CwGet also offers the capability to decode signals from pre-recorded WAVE files and can function as a narrow-band sound DSP filter for aural decoding. Configuration options are saved to an INI file, supporting multiple setups for different operating scenarios.

Zelscope is a Windows software that converts your PC into a dual-trace storage oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer. It uses your computer's sound card as analog-to-digital converter, presenting a real-time waveform or spectrum of the signal - which can be music, speech, or output from an electronic circuit.

SSTV freeware software for Windows by Mako JE3HHT. MMSTV is a free software application designed for transmitting and receiving SSTV (Slow Scan Television) images over HF bands. It allows radio amateurs to share still pictures using sound-card interfaces and a transceiver. The program supports popular SSTV modes (Martin, Scottie, Robot, etc.), real-time RX/TX monitoring, and easy image editing. Its user-friendly interface and reliability make MMSTV a favorite choice among ham operators worldwide. Ideal for showcasing QSL cards, shack photos, or technical diagrams over the ai An excellent SSTV program that requires only a computer with soundcard, no expensive TNC required. Works on all Windows version including Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7.

MRP40, a successor to the well-regarded MRP37, offers robust Morse code decoding capabilities by processing analog audio signals via a sound card and displaying the decoded text on a computer monitor. My own field tests with similar sound card decoders confirm that the quality of the audio input and proper signal conditioning are paramount for achieving reliable decoding, especially with _weak signals_. The program also facilitates CW transmission, converting keyboard input into Morse code to key a transceiver, a feature I've found useful for practicing sending or for quick contest exchanges. Beyond its core CW functions, MRP40 incorporates a convenient mini-logbook, which automatically checks for prior contacts and allows for quick logging by double-clicking callsigns in the receive window. This integration streamlines the logging process, a significant advantage during busy operating sessions where every second counts. The software also generates Morse tones using the sound card, a handy utility for testing tone sequences or for basic code practice. Additionally, the suite includes a DTMF decoder and generator, which can be used for decoding telephone dial tones or data transmissions over amateur radio frequencies. It also features MF-TeleType, a sound card-based audio data modem for transmitting text via radio, utilizing a principle similar to DTMF for encoding and decoding, offering a simple method for digital text communication.

Shareware dual channel audio spectrum analyzer for Windows 2000/XP which can provide either a scrolling time-frequency display or a spectrum analyzer scope display in real time for any sound source connected to your sound card. Can be used for MTHELL, QRSS and DFCW by R S Horne

The only ACARS software to feature in-line message decoding and aircraft tracking. ACARS Reception and Decoding Software for legacy Windows versions. This software will allow you to decode the ACARS signals received by your air band receiver using the soundcard that is installed in you PC

DXKeeper is a robust, freeware logging application designed for amateur radio operators, providing extensive capabilities for managing two-way radio contacts. It records and organizes QSO data, integrates with various callbook CD-ROMs like _HamCall_ and QRZ.com for automatic data population, and supports real-time logging from digital mode software such as MMTTY and MixW. The software runs on Windows NT through 8, supporting both 32-bit and 64-bit systems, and is a core component of the DXLab Suite. This application offers detailed tracking for numerous awards, including DXCC, WAZ, WAS, and IOTA, highlighting needed entities and automating the QSL process. It generates QSL cards and labels, addresses envelopes, and facilitates uploading and downloading of QSO confirmations with eQSL.cc and Logbook of the World (LotW). DXKeeper also interoperates seamlessly with other DXLab Suite members like Commander for transceiver control and SpotCollector for DX spot aggregation, significantly streamlining contest and DXing operations by providing a unified interface for logging and station management, including over **40** supported awards and **3** major online QSL services.

Freeware Windows QSL card printer software. This tool will let you create you own QSL cards importing pictures and customizing colors and other cards aspects. Print directly to your ink-ject or laser printer. Runs on windows systems by wb8rcr

How to construct a very small but efficient Antenna with PVC Plumbing tube and discarded fruit cans. - Just the thing to fit in a small space such as the house attic

CW Player version 4 is a simple freeware program generates Morse characters and Q codes. It needs a sound card and at least Windows XP. It can generate morse code from text files, and it includes also a simple decoder function. This is a useful piece of software if you want to learn morse code reception.

A digital mode decoding and terminal program that uses no terminal unit, terminal node controller, or multimode hardware. It does all its decoding using the sound card inside the computer, and it can interface with a radio using a COM port. Zakanaka is an extremely cost-effective way of operating PSK31 and RTTY

Oscilloscope, Realtime spectrum analyzer, Impedance meter, RLC bridge and signal generator for Windows. Is a Windows application that converts your PC into a powerful dual-trace signal analyzer (oscilloscope, FFT etc...) . Uses your PC sound card as an Analog-to-Digital a Converter to digitize any input waveform and as Digital-to-analog Converter for the signal generator. True 24 bit adc/dac 48K/96k/192k sampes/sec.

Freeware windows Wave Generator use the sound card's output as sine wave output. A built in sweep algorithm is used by audio hackers to measure frequency repsonses of their amplifiers

FFTDSP is a PC program which can detect weak radio signals in real time. Uses the PC's soundcard and advanced signal processing techniques, extracts and displays weak signals from the receiver audio.

PC sound card interfacing for RTTY SSTV PSK31, collection of interface connections to choose from when having a desire to use the Soundboard

Winrad is a free software program designed to implement a Software Defined Radio (SDR), meant to run under Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Windows 98SE. In a nutshell, it accepts a chunk of up to 96 kHz coming from a complex mixer in form of two signals, I and Q, fed to the PC sound card.

A free soundcard application supporting PSK31, PSK63, RTTY, CW, and Phone operation. It can decode all PSK QSOs within a 4 KHz segment, maintaining a sorted list of heard callsigns; it can simultaneously decode RTTY via soundcard and an external modem, generates CW directly or via WinKey, and includes a voice keyer. WinWarbler interoperates with the free Commander, DXKeeper, and SpotCollector for transceiver control, logging, and spotting.

Program for amateur radio digital communications via a sound card. Supported modes are RTTY (Baudot code), ASCII (7 or 8 bits), PSK31 (BPSK and QPSK) and AMTOR-FEC (SITOR-B, NAVTEX). SELFEC SITOR decoding is possible also. No additional hardware required, need only a sound card. Optionally you can use simple circuit fo PTT-control. Can cooperate with RZ4AG AAlog logger.

Orbitron, a cardware application, provides robust satellite tracking capabilities for radio amateurs and visual observers alike. It leverages NORAD SGP4/SDP4 prediction models to accurately display satellite positions in real-time or simulation, accommodating up to 20,000 objects loaded from _TLE files_. The software includes an advanced search engine for satellite passes and _Iridium flares_, offering printable results for planning observations or QSO attempts. Sebastian Stoff's creation supports various visualization options, including a 'Nightlife' dark color scheme for nocturnal use, and integrates a database of cities and satellite frequencies. Users can synchronize their PC clock via NTP and update TLE data over HTTP, with ZIP support. The application also features rotor and radio control capabilities, either built-in or through user-defined drivers, which is particularly useful for automating antenna pointing during satellite passes. Its interface is designed for ease of use, making satellite tracking accessible even for beginners. First released in 2005, Orbitron 3.71 runs on Windows 9x/Me/2k/XP/2k3/Vista and can operate on Linux via _Wine emulation_, requiring minimal system resources. The software's precision relies on periodic TLE updates, especially for low-Earth orbit objects, to account for orbital decay and maneuvers by satellites like the ISS or Soyuz.

Professional QSL cards label printing software.

Program to receive weather reports and navigational warnings transmitted on longwave and shortwave bands in RTTY and NAVTEX modes. None additional hardware is required - your need only receiver and computer with a sound card.

CQLog, a Windows-based logging program, provides a comprehensive control center for everyday on-the-air activities, including full-featured QSO logging and statistics for numerous awards, with support for _LoTW_ and _eQSL_ capabilities. It integrates with callsign databases like QRZ, RAC, and GOLIST, and facilitates two-way data exchange with digital mode software such as MixW2 and DigiPan. The software also supports saving up to three pictures per SSTV-QSO and integrates with DX Atlas. This logging utility offers a dedicated "contest-mode" and supports CAT systems for popular transceivers from YAESU, ICOM, KENWOOD, and Ten-Tec. Users can print QSL cards, QSL labels, and address envelopes directly from the program. Its features streamline the logging process and provide tools for award tracking, making it a practical solution for hams managing their station activities and DXing pursuits.

Soundcard audio tools and toys, experimental ideas and utilities. Signal Generator, Frequency-counter / instrument-tuner, Real-time Spectrum Analyser

Building a Bell ExpressVu satellite dish with a waveguide coffee can cantenna feed, and a Netgear USB Rangemax wifi card (WPN111).

AirNav Selcal Decoder enables you to decode in realtime Aviation HF Selcal transmissions. It only needs an HF airband receiver and your Sound Card. No special hardware needed. With AirNav Selcal Decoder you do not need any other hardware decoding system. Just your PC and the Sound Card.

Satscape is a freeware program for the PC Macintosh and Linux. It produces real-time displays of where any Satellite is, and predicts passes for your locale. There are about 8000+ satellites in orbit, a lot of these are just junk and debris such as discarded rocket bodies, but quite a few are working Satellites.

SV2AGW packet radio driver, runs TCP/IP protocol over radio, support windows and several devices like baycom and, E5DXL 9600 G3RUH compatible modems, DRSI and Sound cards by SV2AGW George Rossopoulos.

Offer PC based virtual instrument for electronics enthusiasts, students and professionals, including full-fledged sound card real time Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer and Signal Generator.

Eight-channel Audio Spectrum Analyzer is a set of Real-Time Multi-Channel Gauges for investigation of data accepted from any ADC you will want or 16-, 24- and 32-bit ADC of sound card. WDM drivers support. FFT Spectrum Analysis, OscilloScope, Frequency counter, AC/DC voltmeter, Signal-to-Noise Ratio, Signal-to-Noise and Distortion, Spurious-Free Dynamic Range, Effective Number Of Bits, Total Harmonic Distortion, Inter-Modulation Distortion, Phase Shift. Special modes of dual-channel FFT spectral analysis: Separate channels spectra, Spectra of digital sum, difference, product of two signals, Spectrum of digital product of original signal and its fundamental, Spectrum of Real and Complex Transfer Function, Cross Spectrum. Standart weighing of spectra according IEC and CCIR. Oscilloscope modes (for dual-channel ADC) are: original signals, sum, difference, dependence of one channel on another, amplitude distribution of input signals.

A program to design and print QSL cards on your computer, as well as design QSL cards for printing by commercial printers. This program overcomes many of the limitations that are present in other QSL design and print programs and methods. Works on Windows 7 to 10.

A free (GPL) Linux (Xwindows GUI-based) utility that performs spectral analysis on real-time data from a sound card or other source, and can analyze the spectra of various sound file types. It can also accept data from many kinds of applications in plain-text form by way of the "named pipe" feature of Linux

Demonstrates _Freq51_ and _Specgrm2_, two analysis programs from the Biomedical Ultrasonics Laboratory at the University of Michigan, available for DOS or Linux. The _Spectrum Analyser (Freq51)_ provides power spectrum levels as a function of frequency, configurable for absolute values (e.g., dB re 1 volt) with sound card calibration. _Spectrogram (Specgrm2)_ generates a real-time, full-screen spectrogram (sonagram) with various color options. These programs analyze incoming signals in real time, not stored files, and offer extensive settings for sampling rate, FFT points, and averaging time, making them highly versatile for acoustic analysis. The DOS version of _Freq51_ and _Specgrm2_ can operate under Windows 95, requiring users to configure sound card switches via a text file. The resource also briefly mentions other acoustic analysis software like Gianni Pavan's DOS-based bioacoustic tools, _Gram_ by R.S. Horne for Windows, _SASLab_ (Light and Pro versions), _Cool Edit_, and _GoldWave_, providing a comparative overview of available tools for real-time and file-based spectral analysis and waveform manipulation.

Log4OM is a free logging software designed for amateur radio operators who require an integrated environment for station management and QSO logging. It is widely used by DXers due to its strong database capabilities and its integration with common online services. The program uses a structured SQL database and supports large logbooks without noticeable performance degradation. One of its key features is **CAT Control**, which allows direct communication with many transceivers for automatic frequency and mode detection. The **DX Cluster Client** provides real-time spotting with filtering and band/mode tracking, helping operators quickly identify new DX opportunities. Log4OM integrates with several external confirmation systems. Built-in support for **Logbook of The World (LoTW)** and **eQSL** allows automatic upload and download of confirmations. The software also includes **Award Tracking**, enabling operators to monitor progress toward DXCC and other award programs directly from the log. Additional capabilities include **Callbook lookup** via services such as QRZ, **ADIF import/export**, and customizable **QSL management** for both electronic and paper cards. The interface is modular, with panels that can be arranged depending on operating preferences. Log4OM does not include integrated digital mode engines, so digital operation normally relies on external programs such as WSJT-X or FLdigi connected through standard interfaces. Overall, Log4OM provides a comprehensive logging environment suitable for both casual operation and serious DX chasing, with a feature set comparable to many commercial logging applications.

EasyPal is a sophisticated digital Slow-Scan Television (SSTV) application that utilizes soundcard technology to encode and decode SSTV signals. Developed by the late Erik Sundstrup (VK4AES SK), this software has evolved into a versatile communication tool for amateur radio operators, extending beyond basic image transmission capabilities. EasyPal implements Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) encoding technology, enabling efficient data transmission over narrow 2.5 KHz channels on both HF and VHF frequencies with remarkable speed. The application supports multiple file formats, including jpg, pdf, txt, doc, and xls, as well as specialized forms such as ICS-213 and ICS-213 (ARES). Additionally, EasyPal offers email functionality through designated repeater stations with internet access. Its responsive development history and robust feature set have established it as a premier digital SSTV solution in the amateur radio community, though users of Windows 11 should note specific configuration requirements to ensure optimal performance.

Premium quality QSL cards, with samples, preview and on-line order

Journal is a **freeware logbook software** designed for Windows operating systems, providing amateur radio operators with a robust tool for managing their contacts. It supports both real-time logging during a QSO and post-event data entry, allowing flexibility for different operating styles. The software facilitates the creation of QSL cards and address labels directly from logged data, streamlining the QSLing process. Additionally, it can generate log sheets specifically formatted for the RSGB VHF-UHF-SHF Competition, which is beneficial for contesters. Derek, G7LFC, developed Journal to be Year 2000 compliant, ensuring its longevity and reliability for logging contacts across different eras. The program supports various operating modes, making it versatile for general DXing, contesting, and everyday ragchewing. Its ability to produce competition-specific logs and QSL materials makes it a practical utility for active operators.

High performance RTTY reception and transmission software, need a Sound Blaster compatible sound card.

"How to remove the so called ""ground loop"" and the reentry in the RTTY broadcast and make radio and PC happily coexist"

The PSK31 philosophy, tips and tricks, sound files, how to get started, sound card setup and tips.

CW Skimmer 2.1 employs a high-sensitivity CW decoding algorithm based on Bayesian statistics, enabling simultaneous decoding of up to 700 CW signals within a receiver's passband on a 3-GHz P4 system when paired with a wideband receiver. The software features a fast waterfall display with sufficient resolution for visual Morse Code interpretation, automatically extracting and labeling callsigns on the waterfall traces. Extracted callsigns are exported as DX cluster spots via an integrated Telnet cluster server. The application includes a DSP processor with a noise blanker, AGC, and a variable-bandwidth CW filter, alongside an I/Q Recorder and player. It supports both 3 kHz radio passbands and wideband SDR receivers like SoftRock, RF Space SDR-IQ/SDR-14, SRL QuickSilver (QS1R), HPSDR Mercury, and Microtelecom Perseus. System requirements specify Windows XP/7/8/10 (32-bit or 64-bit), a Pentium-4 2.5 GHz for wideband operation or 1 GHz for 3-kHz radios, a COM port for CAT control, and a stereo sound card supporting 48 kHz sampling. It integrates with Elecraft KX3, Icom IC-7300/IC-7610, and Flex 6000 series radios, with documentation available for various setup configurations.

The SoftRock-40 is a small, low-cost, good-performing "software defined radio" receiver that plugs into a computer USB port and delivers I-Q audio signals to the computer's sound card. It was designed by Tony Parks, KB9YIG and Bill Tracey, KD5TFD as an "SDR sampler project" for hams everywhere to easily try out software defined radio.

Contains a PC sound card based signal generator. It can generate functions, multitones, arbitrary waveforms, burst tones, MLS, DTMF, musical scales, white noise and pink noise, and frequency/amplitude sweep. Fully functional free trial downloadable.

Catalogs a diverse array of Software Defined Radio (SDR) projects and realizations, systematically classified by their sampling methodologies and underlying hardware architectures. The resource delineates projects into categories such as those utilizing soundcard sampling of traditional transceiver audio outputs (Type Ia), mono soundcard sampling of intermediate frequencies (Type R1x-x-xx), stereo soundcard sampling of I/Q IFs (Type Q1x-x-xx), dedicated stereo audio ADC sampling of I/Q IFs (Type Q2x-x-xx), direct antenna RF signal sampling with off-the-shelf acquisition boards (Type R3x-x-xx), dedicated RF ADC sampling of analog IFs (Type R2x-x-xx), dedicated RF ADC sampling of direct antenna RF signals with ASIC-based processing (Type R4x-A-xx), FPGA-based processing (Type R4x-F-xx), and specialized IF chipsets combining ADC and DDC functions (Type Dxx-S-xx). Each entry provides a brief description, often including pricing, availability of source code, and specific hardware components like ADCs, DACs, DDS, and FPGAs. The compilation presents various practical applications, from PSK31 and Packet radio implementations to adaptations of the DRM standard for amateur radio bandwidths, such as Hamdream and WinDRM. It features specific hardware designs like the SoftRock-40 for the 40-meter band, the Firefly SDR for 30m and 40m, and more complex systems like the Quicksilver QS1R, which employs a 16-bit 130 Msamples/s ADC and an Altera Cyclone III FPGA. The resource also lists sample processing software, RF front-end designs, and academic/commercial SDR initiatives, offering insights into different approaches for I/Q conversion and digital signal processing in SDR systems.

DTMF decoder program that uses the sound card and FFT to decode DTMF by KB5RYO

Weather demodulator software, cards and antennas.

QSL cards by Kamko, samples, order form.

DSCdecoder decodes the DSC digital signals from ships and coast stations using the sound card in your PC. You need a suitable MF, HF or VHF band radio receiver tuned to one of the DSC distress and calling channels or to one of the Navtex channels