Summary

  • SkyRoof is a new open-source resource for HAM radio enthusiasts wanting to communicate via satellite.
  • It allows users to view a waterfall diagram showing not only the satellite communications but details of the satellite itself
  • This includes its current path, future predicted path and various other display options.
  • The software also connects to radios via CAT control and can automatically correct for the Doppler shift commonly found in satellite radio communications.
  • SkyRoof is currently only available on Windows, but other options for non-Windows users are available, such as DragonOS.

By Bryan Cockfield

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