Downloads - Amateur Radio Software

 

Morsemaker2 (v1.2) -- All versions of 32-bit Windows

MorseMaker is an up-to-date replacement for the Morse Machine shown further down this page. It has been re-written using a different programming language and is now entirely 'stand-alone' requiring no run-time support files. This version also works with Windows XP and can use the soundcard but please note that, unlike its predecessor, it does not split the alphabet into smaller 'learning' blocks and does not incorporate the Morse reader.

  • Speed adjustable from about 6 to 40 w.p.m.
  • Adjustable delay between characters while retaining the correct speed of each character.
  • Generates random groups of letters, numbers or a mixture of the two.
  • Can generate Morse from text typed at the keyboard, pasted or dragged into the window, or 'imported' from a file.
  • Can optionally generate 'Procedural' codes (such as End Message: AR) from text in the window.
  • Punctuation can be included or not.
  • Can send most special Scandinavian 'Accented' letters.
  • Adjustable Morse Tone uses the PC's internal speaker or soundcard. (The sound produced from the soundcard is a little 'harsh' on some systems at the moment).
  • Major settings are saved for the next learning session.
Download MorseMaker2a.zip (File size = 152k)

MorseGen (v1.2) -- All versions of 32-bit Windows

MorseGen converts text into a WAVE file of Morse code.

The Tone and Speed are adjustable and the WAVE file can be repeated at a pre-set interval allowing it to be used as a CW Ident for amateur radio applications which require it.

Download MorseGen.zip

(File size = 236k)

HamCalc v1.3b -- [Windows 95, 98, Me, XP]

HamCalc is a collection of calculators, for radio amateurs, presented as a series of 'Tabbed' pages.

  • Antenna ERP calculations.
  • Attenuator calculations.
  • Audio filter design.
  • Coil Winding.
  • Decibel calculations.
  • Great-Circles map and calculator.
  • HF Filters.
  • HF Antenna Traps.
  • Op-Amps.
  • QRA Locator to Latitude/Longitude (and back).
  • Radio Horizon calculator.
  • Satellite Orbits.
  • Timers.
  • Zener Diodes.
  • Resonance and bandwidth.
  • Metric and other conversions.

Download HamCalc.zip(File size = 280k)

Most of the calculators are now available in Windows Help-File (.CHM) format....

Download hamcalc_chm.zip (50k)

APRS-Beacon version 1.4a -- APRS Position and Weather Beacon [MS Windows 95, 98se, ME]

The purpose of the APRS-Beacon is to provide simple APRS-compatible position beacons for up to three Objects. It is designed to 'stand alone' and does not monitor other traffic on the frequency. It can use a single-port TNC (in 'native' mode), a single- or dual-port TNC in Kiss mode or the AGW Packet Engine in order to transmit on up to four radio ports.(When running with AGWPE, APRS-Beacon will also work with Windows 2000)

Each Object allows for the transmission of an optional 'comment' field of up to 40 characters. This field can be automatically updated in real time by obtaining the comment from a simple external text file.

Version 1.4 has the facility to transmit APRS-formatted weather data which can be obtained from an external file or entered 'manually' using the weather-data calculator built into APRS-Beacon.

The thinking behind writing APRS-Beacon was to provide a simple way for event-organisers (of rallies, for example) to set up a quick APRS position beacon without necessarily having any knowledge of APRS.

Download APRS-Beacon.zip (File size = 482k)

SkippyLite.

A simple HTML Stripper designed as a plain text viewer for packet radio PMS use.

(File size = 160k)    Download SkipLite32.zip

Please note that the original Skippy for the 16-bit version of Sally is no longer supported
but may be downloaded here. Download Skippy26.zip

New Version. Now runs in XP!
ParaPort (v3.0) -- A 32-bit Parallel Port Controller [MS Windows 98se, ME and XP]

ParaPort is a Windows-based program to allow hardware access to the parallel ports, LPT1 and LPT2. It can read 5 inputs (switches etc) connected to the parallel port and send 8 outputs to set individual data lines on the port either high or low.
  • 5 real inputs and 8 real outputs.
  • 7 internal inputs and outputs:
  • Fully programmable with and, or and not logic to provide:
    • latching circuits.
    • complicated combinations of 'logic'.
  • 4 Timers with adjustable time delays between 0 and 65,000 mSec.
  • 4 Counters with adjustable counts between 0 and 999.
  • 5 Event loggers to display messages on screen.
  • 'Sound Event' to trigger a selectable wave file.
  • Built-in adjustable flasher to provide flashing outputs.
  • 8 real time timers programmable to at least the year 2200!
    • Each timer has an separate date and time settings for the 'On' and 'Off' times.
    • Each timer may be set to 'latch' to stay on indefinitely.
  • 8 real time daily repeatable timers with adjustable 'on' period from 1 minute to 23 hours 59 minutes but which cannot cross midnight.
  • Debug option to allow testing of control programs without activating real outputs.


(File size = 547k)    Download ParaPort3.zip

Morse Machine (v2.5) -- Morse Tutor for MS Windows 3.1, 95 and 98

Morse Machine is a combined Morse Tutor and Reader program which may be useful to anyone learning Morse.
  • Speed adjustable from about 8 to 32 w.p.m. in two ranges.
  • Adjustable delay between characters while retaining the correct speed of each character.
  • Selectable 'blocks' of letters to assist early learning of the code.
  • Generates random groups of letters, numbers or a mixture of the two.
  • Can generate Morse from text typed at the keyboard or 'imported' from a file.
  • Can optionally generate 'Procedural' codes (such as End Message: AR).
  • Punctuation can be included or not.
  • Can send some special Scandinavian 'Accented' letters.
  • Adjustable Morse Tone uses the PC's internal speaker so no soundcard is required.
  • Major settings are saved for the next learning session.
  • Can read Morse from an external source (such as a Morse key) plugged into the PC's Game/Joystick port.

(File size = 37k)   Download morse25.zip
Morse Machine requires three Windows\System\ files.....
CMDIALOG.VBX and INPOUT16.DLL are included in the morse25.zip package.
VBRUN300.DLL (which you may already have) is available for download here (File size = 225k).

BPQ32 Installer (v1.0) [Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP]

Many people are reluctant to try the G8BPQ Node software because it can be difficult to set up until you are used to it. This Installer will guide you through the process, create the necessary files and copy them to the appropriate directories on your computer.

(File size = 152k)    Download BPQ32INST.ZIP

Unzip BPQ32INST.ZIP into a temporary directory and then run BPQ32INST.EXE to install BPQ32.

The BPQ32 Node software files are not included with the Installer but may be downloaded here. Download BPQ32.ZIP

Also available for download: The original DOS version Bpqinst1.zip which includes the DOS version BPQ408a.
This software is available for download 'as is' - it has been tested on several computers but I can accept no responsibility for any damage or loss of data which may result (either directly or indirectly) from using this software.

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