I typically don't load up Ham Radio Deluxe, I go directly to DM780, so while there is a lot of extra functionality there if you need it, you certainly don't have to ever see that. I really, really like DM780's "superbrowser" mode that displays and decodes all accessible PSK signals in the passband. Great for watching a bunch of QSOs in progress, then decide which one to go for as the QSO winds up. CQs are also real easy to spot that way.
While I have used it for RTTY and a couple of other modes, typically it's set for PSK31 and stays that way for many sessions. So as a user, it feels like a simple PSK31 program, and for you, it could feel like a simple Olivia program. Jim - K6JM PS Sometimes more function can pay off. One of my upcoming projects is to set up HRD for remote controlling my HF radio over the internet so I can use it from the hotel room. But for homestyle, day to day hamming, I am sympathetic with Johnne W1YB's interest in simplicity. I think DM780 without HRD fulfills that. ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed G To: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2010 2:42 PM Subject: RE: [digitalradio] Individual software programs for various digital modes???? Jon, Do you REALLY consider Ham Radio Deluxe/DM780 to be "small, individual digital mode software programs" ??? Because that is what Johnne is looking for. I consider HRD/DM780 to be software suites with a zillion bells and whistles, which is exactly what Johnne is NOT looking for. Ed K7AAT From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Jon Maguire Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2010 2:29 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [digitalradio] Individual software programs for various digital modes???? Johnne Lee, 2 that come to mind are Ham Radio Deluxe/DM780 and fldigi. Google/Bing them and you won't be dissapointed. Both are outstanding and contain a plethora of modes. 73... Jon W1MNK On 6/15/2010 4:40 PM, JLA wrote: Hi All, I've been lurking a while and I've not found a clear (to me anyway) discussion of small, individual digital mode software programs, e.g., one program for RTTY; one program for Olivia, etc, etc... I have a 7200 and I am not at all interested in computer control of my rig. Neither am I interested in a "software suite" with a zillion bells and whistles that I will never, ever use. I am neither a contester nor DX-er. I doubt very, very seriously if I will ever work any digital modes other than Olivia and RTTY. My only current "digital" software program is MRP40 which is FB for QRQ CW especially in bad/weak signal conditions. It is worth every penny to me as I can not copy CW at the faster rates (25+ wpm.) Any guidance/advice anyone has will be greatly appreciated. 73 de W1YB Johnne Lee
