Install GridTracker (Display connections on a map).

Install zyGrib (Weather data visualization).

Install CQRLOG (Advanced Ham Radio Logbook).

Install VOACAP (Propagation Prediction).

Install Chirp (Programming transceivers).

Install CubicSDR with SDRplay RSP’s (SDR).

Install ADS-B Receiver with SDRplay RSP’s (SDR).

Install VirtualRadar (Display Airplanes).

Some important Raspberry PI commands and settings.

General Information (last but not least)Ĭheck back from time to time, I will update this page occasionally.

There are 5 ways to set up the Raspi for use in amateur radioġ.) You can use my instructions as listed below. You can learn how to install and backup the operating system and various programs on the Raspi. Not everything is always up to date and you may get a more recent version and information from the programmers homepage.

Learn it by doing it.Ģ.) Another excellent alternative is to use a script from KM4ACK to install the most important amateur radio programs on the Raspi most fully automatic.ģ.) You can use a ready SD card image e.g. Ĥ.) You can buy a ready installed SD card e.g. Note: The order of enumeration is not an evaluation of what is best for you. Just take a look at everything and then decide for yourself.

I recommend to check out the YouTube pages of KM4ACK and OH8STN. There you can find extensive information about QRP operation, amateur radio and the Raspi. Much of what I have written down here I could copy from there.Īcknowledgement: I find it impressive how much time people spend making great, free, open-source licensed programs available, writing application reports and recording videos. It is not necessary to install all programs. Just choose what you like and install what you need. But: I recommend that you read through the complete page first so that you develop an overall understanding.

Ham radio deluxe setup templates