Building the ultimate Ham Radio logger requires ultimate testing!
Developing reliable synchronization for Ham Radio logbooks can be tricky. You don’t want to spam production servers like QRZ or ClubLog with test data, and you need to ensure your software handles internet outages or server errors gracefully. Our…
U2.Brandmeister: A High-Performance Real-Time Activity Monitor for DMR
In the world of digital mobile radio (DMR), staying on top of the vast stream of information within the Brandmeister network can be overwhelming. To solve this, we’ve developed U2.Brandmeister – a high-performance, real-time activity monitor…
Virtualizing the Radio Bench: Defining the Purpose and Architecture of U2.Emulator
Introduction In the specialized field of Amateur Radio software, development has traditionally been tied to the physical presence of hardware. To build, test, or refine an application, a developer usually needs a radio transceiver sitting on their desk,…
Added the Support for Yaesu FT-817/857/897
Today, I added three drivers in a row for the Yaesu FT-817, FT-857, and FT-897. Due to the limitations of the legacy 5-byte CAT system, the supported command set is relatively small. Consequently, most unused knobs and regulators are hidden to keep the…
A New Look, Now More Professional
I have made several changes to give the application a more professional look and feel. Key updates: The RigServer and RemoteControl applications now share a nearly identical interface, with only subtle differences between them.
A Waterfall is also here!
Today, I have added a waterfall! It’s a very nice and useful improvement, when you cannot only hear the signal, but also see it.
Added Audio Spectre Indicator
Today, implemented and added an Audio Specter Indicator. It knows how to display a momentary audio snapshot. Currently, only AF specter is visualized.
Indicators New Look and Feel
Flat indicators for S-Meter, Power, ALC, and SWR have been replaced with professionally looking bars. What a beautiful day!
Test Buttons Get Colored!
I decided to add more colors to the application. Now, when the test fails, the button gets red. Or green, otherwise. Now my invention, though.
A Tune Button is Coming
Just added the ability to start tuning. Testing is still in progress.