Some Interesting Links

Software Projects

• APRS-SDR - Send APRS packets entirely within the browser using a HackRF SDR
• Black Cat ACARS - ACARS decoder from the same developer as MultiMode Cocoa
• BlackHole - Virtual Audio Driver for macOS to pass audio between applications
• CHIRP - Programming tool for many types of amateur radios
• CHIRP Next - Re-write of CHIRP using modern libararies, etc. Runs much better on macOS
• Crossover - An amazing tool to run Windows software on Mac (Intel or Apple Silicon)
• CubicSDR - A very flexible cross-platform SDR radio application
• DMRConfig - A utility for programming digital radios via USB programming cable.
• DSDPlus - Decode DMR and other digital modes from an audio card, SignaLink or SDR
• EchoHam - Echolink client for macOS
• Fldigi - A suite of software for playing with digital modes
• FreeDV - Digital voice over radio
• Gqrx SDR - A great cross-platform SDR radio application
• MCP-2A - Kenwood's official Memory Control Program for the TM-V71A/E, TM-D710A/E and RC-D710
• MultiMode Cocoa - A great macOS app to decode digital modes including ACARS
• MultiPSK - Decode just about any digital mode you come across from audio card or SDR
• QDMR - DMR Codeplug programmer for multiple radios
• QIRX - SDR software that can also decode DAB/DAB+
• QTH.app - An APRS client for macOS
• RT Systems - Programming software for a wide range of radios. Competitor to CHIRP but paid.
• SDR Angel - My new favourite given the nice macOS support (also multiplatform Win/Linux)
• SDR++ - Cross-platform and open source SDR software aiming to be bloat free and simple
• SigDigger - A great app to use with HackRF - can even decode analogue TV!
• SignaLink Compatible Software - A selected list of software that works well with a SignaLink
• VX-7 Commander - Comprehensive programming software for the Yaesu VX-7/VX-7R
• Welle.io - Listen to DAB/DAB+ broadcast radio on an SDR

Hardware Projects

• DVStick - Hardware decoding of digital modes like DMR
• Radio Modifications - If you want to go a bit deeper into your radio equipment
• SignaLink - Connect your radio audio to your computer for recording or digital Tx/Rx

Nearby Web SDRs and Online Audio

• Broadcastify - NSW Statewide emergency services
• VK2GEL - Surry Hills, NSW
• VK2RAG - Somersby, NSW

Reference

• ACMA - Amateur Radio Hub
• ACMA - Register of Radiocommunications Licenses
• AMC - CallSigns database
• APRS.fi - APRS-IS database and aggregator
• EchoLink - Link Status
• Maprad.io - Radio map
• NSW Amateur Radio Repeaters - List provided by RepeaterBook.com
• NSW Scanner Frequencies - provided by RadioReference.com
• QRZ - Callsign Database
• RadioID - DMR Radio ID database
• Radio Recommendations - A personal view
• SSTV Resources - on YouTube
• The Wireless Institute of Australia - all about HAM licensing and some good practice tests

Radio and Electronics Shopping (mostly in Australia)

• Altronics - Like Jaycar, but no stores local to me, but might be local to you
• Andrews Communications Systems - Local store in NSW
• Core Electronics - Lots of Raspberry Pi and Maker stuff
• Digi-Key - When you know what individual component you need
• Element14 - The smaller and more specialist parts, like Digi-Key
• InStock Wireless - Splitters and combiners - always in stock
• Jaycar - If you need it today, you can walk in and get it
• QSL Comms - Supporting local HAM clubs with every purchase
• Radio Parts - All sorts of useful odds and ends
• RF Shop - All things RF and some good stuff in the WiFi/4G space for IOT
• Strictly Ham - Based in VIC

Some local HAMs with nice pages

• VK2GRU - I've known this guy like forever... he's the one that got me to actually get licensed
• VK2RF - The site isn't being actively updated but still lots of great info here
• VK2GEL - Retired QF 747 captain - lots of cool aviation stuff here in addition to HAM

Other great HAM related info

• Manuel Maliszewski - Great site with lots of Malahit DSP2 info
• Malahit Team Telegram Group - An active English-language group with Malahit DSP2 stuff

Completely Not HAM related - 12V Power / Solar / Battery / DIY

• Custom Power Cables - Totally custom-made cables with a cool online "cable builder" app
• SBP Electrical - Electrical parts for 12V systems and solar
• GJE Australia - Custom 12V parts and accessories
• MyGenerator - Power products online
• Outback Marine - Great prices on 12V stuff
• PowerStream - These guys have a great assortment of unusual electronics for unusual requriements
• Tindie - Always fun to have a browse here for weird / rare stuff including HAM-related