Raspberry Pi
The Raspberry Pi computer is a powerful tool for enhancing and automating amateur radio operations. With its computing capabilities, it can run software that supports digital modes, radio control, packet radio, and logging.
The community often uses Raspberry Pi to create cost-effective, small-scale, and low-power systems for radio experiments and field operations.
General Ham Resources
Here are some examples of Raspberry Pi use:
- Digital Modes and SDR: Run software like FLDigi or WSJT-X for digital modes (e.g., FT8), or use an SDR dongle for radio reception and transmission.
- Packet Radio and APRS: Set up a packet radio or APRS iGate using software like Direwolf, enabling digital messaging and tracking.
- Remote Control: Remotely operate radios using software like Hamlib or VNC for access from anywhere.
- Logging and Contesting: Use logging software like CQRLOG for recording contacts during operations or contests.
- Pi-Star Hotspot: Create a personal hotspot for digital voice modes (e.g., DMR, D-STAR) using Pi-Star.
- Field Operations: Power-efficient for portable activities (e.g., SOTA/POTA), offering digital modes, logging, or satellite tracking.
- Home Automation: Integrate radio station with smart home tools like Home Assistant for automating shack components.
Local Club Activities
RARS club members have great experience with Raspberry Pis for projects like TARPN packet, custom power backup systems, and other uses.
Look on our Discord server #diy-projects channel for more info and to ask questions.