Raspberry Pi for Radio Amateurs

Program and build RPi-based ham station utilities, tools, and instruments.

By Dogan Ibrahim, G7SCU

Introduction

This comprehensive guide explores the capabilities of the Raspberry Pi for radio amateurs. It provides detailed instructions on setting up various Raspberry Pi models, utilizing the command line, and developing practical ham radio applications. Discover how to build essential station utilities, tools, and instruments using the versatile Raspberry Pi platform.

Key Topics Covered

  • Raspberry Pi Model Overview and Setup
  • Installing and Configuring Operating Systems
  • Command-Line Interface and Linux Commands
  • Desktop Environment and Software Applications
  • Program Development with Python
  • GPIO Interfacing and Projects
  • Station Mains Control and Clock Applications
  • Waveform Generation (Software and Hardware)
  • Designing Electronic Circuits
  • Morse Code Exerciser and Measurement Tools
  • Frequency Counters and Power Supplies
  • FM Transmitters and RF Power Meters
  • Smartphone Integration and Web Servers
  • RTL-SDR and Popular Radio Applications

Resources

For more information on Raspberry Pi projects and electronics, visit Elektor.

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