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Questions tagged [remote-control]

Questions relating to the remote control of radio equipment, including transceivers, rotators, and tuners, as well as remote control of equipment used specifically to facilitate radio communications.

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Using a Morse code key with a computer?

Are there standard ways to connect a hand key (straight or paddle) to a contemporary computing device (PC laptop with no parallel port, Mac, Android, iOS device, etc.) for developing or improving ones Morse code sending skills? If so, can one use…
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Are hashes (such as md5) legal in the US

If I were to implement a remote computer control system using amateur radio, would using hashes (such as md5, sha-*, etc...) for authentication be permissible under the United States rules?
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What Part 97 rule allows unattended, automated transmissions, such as APRS weather stations and beacons?

What rule allows Amateur Operators to establish and operate remote, automated stations like APRS weather stations or beacons? Are there different rules specifically for beacons, or do they all fall under the same rules?
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What SDR software is available that provides internet control?

I plan to use a SoftRock Ensemble RX II to receive HF transmissions. I'd like to be able to use it wherever I am when I have a few minutes, though, so I'm wondering what software exists that would allow me to control the receiver over the…
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How to build a remote control unit that works on amateur radio frequencies?

The only remote control units I have used before was those little cheap 27Mhz puny range cheap units. I would like to build some sort of RC unit, which has a range up to 1km line of sight. I have a general license. How can I get started with remote…
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computer control for Yaesu FT-450

I just acquired a Yaesu FT-450 and am interested in what it can do when connected to my PC. I see that there is programming software available with which one can load information into the 450's memory from a spreadsheet-like file, which would be…
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Checklist for QRO remote setup

In a few weeks I'm hoping to set up a solid state linear amplifier at a remote shack that I've set up at the house of a friend who lives in a rural area. I've been connecting to this shack remotely using the SmartLink protocol offered by FlexRadio,…
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Which HF transceivers feature a built-in Ethernet port for remote operation?

I would like to compile a list of HF transceivers that feature an Ethernet port (RJ45) for remote internet operation. It would also be interesting to add the supported operating system(s) for remote operation in this list (Microsoft Windows, Mac…
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TS-590 Antenna Tuner Protocol

I'm looking for the protocol used by Kenwood's TS-590S antenna tuner port. I've worked as far as I can with Kenwood's tech support. They know what the pins are labeled, but don't have any information on the protocol used to control the tuner.
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UK "Remote Operation" defination

I am a UK licensed Amateur Radio operator with an Intermediate License. I have a question surrounding the UK's (Ofcom's) definition of "Remote Operation". My understanding is that for any Remote Operation you must not use any form of encryption on…
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Yaesu FT-450D CW from computer - DATA and CAT connectors

Yaesu FT-450D Transceiver USB-to-DB9 cable installed to the CAT interface Computer runs the ADMS-450 channel-programming program fine. Computer can run the PCC remote-control program fine. DATA connector has these pins: And the cable looks…
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Remote wake up of Icom IC-706Mk2g

I known you can control the rig with the CI-V interface, but my question is: Once the rig goes to sleep (inactivity timeout) can it be turned back on without having to use the power button on the front?
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Transmitting Video Underwater

My brother and I are considering designing and building a remotely controlled submarine. As far as experience, I have some knowledge on RC systems, and I am almost done with my General license. My brother hasn't completed his license yet, but shares…
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Does an LDG YT-100 automatically trigger a tuning cycle if the SWR is high?

I have a YT-100 connected to my FT-857d in my remote-by-default shack in the attic (i.e. I operate it over a VNC connection from elsewhere in my house). Whenever I change band I have to go up to the attic to press the button to re-tune the ATU. It's…
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Remote base identification

I have a remote base where stations can log in with DTMF touch pad. Does this remote base transmitter need to send out a CW ID?
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