Ham Radio Deluxe is a program for Windows designed to provide you everything you need in order to control your radio directly from your personal computer. Basically, this is a software collection that works under a single graphical user interface which offers Rig Control, Logbook, Digital Modes, Rotor Control and Satellite tracking features.

Compatibility

The utility features support for a considerable amount of radio models from manufacturers such as Icom, Ten Tec, Yaesu, Kenwood, Elecraft and others. You have the ability to connect to the device via cable and control it from your PC.

Initial configuration

The entire process takes just a few minutes. All you need to do is select the manufacturing company, radio mode, COM port and speed. It is necessary to note that the app is capable of storing device configurations into presets that you may use anytime.

Operation

After the connection is established, the program displays various buttons and knobs the main window. It is not an accurate representation of the actual radio station, nevertheless it offers all the existing functions. In addition, you can use the tool to control multiple radios that are connected to the same PC. If you do not have proper hardware, you may use another utility called HamSphere.

Additional capabilities

What is more, the application enables you to switch to full screen mode if you want to only see the controls. You also have the option to customize them by removing or adding buttons from the main panel. This way it will be easiest to focus on the function you need.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
gives you the ability to control a ham radio from your PC;
supports a considerable amount of models and manufacturers;
it is possible to customize the controls panel.