Live Spectrum and Waterfall
Visualize signals across an adjustable frequency span, with spectrum averaging, peak hold, reference levels and waterfall controls.
Ham Radio Base SDR Connect
Help shape a flexible software-defined radio and panadapter application built for real-world amateur radio stations.
Apply to become a Beta TesterOne Application. Many Radio and SDR Configurations.
Ham Radio Base SDR Connect is currently under development with the goal of bringing spectrum visualization, waterfall displays and radio control together in a single application. We want to support a wide range of external panadapters, SDR receivers, I/Q interfaces and rig-control applications rather than limit operators to one manufacturer's equipment.
We are looking for approximately 12 active amateur radio operators who already use SDR or panadapter equipment and are willing to help us test, troubleshoot and expand compatibility across different station configurations.
A First Look at SDR Connect
Screenshots show a development build. Features, appearance and compatibility may change during the beta.
What We Are Working Toward
Flexible SDR and Panadapter Support
Work toward compatibility with sound-card I/Q panadapters, SDRplay receivers, USB SDRs and other supported receiver interfaces as integration options become available.
Radio Integration
Explore frequency and mode synchronization through Ham Radio Deluxe, OmniRig, Hamlib, manufacturer CAT interfaces and other rig-control methods.
Station-Specific Calibration
Evaluate signal levels, frequency offsets, I/Q balance, sample rates and other adjustments across different radios, receivers and audio interfaces.
These are development objectives, not a guarantee that any particular brand, model or interface is supported today.
Who Should Apply?
We want a varied group of testers, including operators using equipment and software such as:
Radios and Receivers
- Icom, Kenwood, Yaesu, Elecraft and other transceivers
- Older radios with IF outputs or external panadapters
- Modern radios with digital or network interfaces
- Standalone SDR receiver configurations
SDR and Rig-Control Methods
- LP-PAN and other analog I/Q panadapters
- SDRplay, RTL-SDR, Airspy and other SDR hardware
- Ham Radio Deluxe, OmniRig, Hamlib and direct CAT control
- Serial, USB, network or custom integration methods
You do not need to be a software developer. Practical operating experience, a working station configuration and the ability to provide useful technical feedback are what matter most. Unusual or less common configurations are especially welcome.
Beta Licensing and Monthly Participation
Selected beta testers will receive access to download SDR Connect and an assigned beta license key to install on their computer. The software periodically checks the Ham Radio Base license server to verify that the license remains active and the tester is meeting the participation requirements.
30 Days Without Feedback
A reminder banner will appear in the software asking you to submit a bug report, feature request or confirmation that the software is working correctly.
60 Days Without Feedback
If no submission is received within the additional 30 days, you will be removed from the Beta Tester group and your beta license will be deactivated. The software will cease to function under that license.
The purpose of this policy is to keep the beta group active and ensure each tester contributes to development. You do not have to find a bug to remain in good standing.
How Testers Will Be Selected
Applications will be reviewed based on equipment diversity, existing SDR experience, integration methods and willingness to participate consistently. Our aim is to cover as many distinct station configurations as practical within a small, manageable test group.
Submitting an application does not guarantee selection. Selected applicants will be contacted through their Ham Radio Base account with further instructions.
Help Build the Future of SDR Connect
Tell us about your radio, SDR hardware, rig-control setup and operating experience. Your station could help us bring SDR Connect to a wider amateur radio audience.
Apply to become a Beta TesterApproximately 24 testers • Ham Radio Base membership required to apply