Simon has further written that he has no plans to offer other OS versions, and due to various development aspects, the source code for HRD will never be released.Īs HRD software is available free of charge to Radio Amateurs worldwide, and it's chock full of great features, if you want to take advantage of HRD's robust capabilities running it w/ a Windows OS isn't so bad. Simon Brown (HB9DRV), creator of HRD, has repeatedly written, in essence, that since Windows comprises the overwhelming majority of desktop and personal computers worldwide, Windows is the only platform HRD will support. Yes, Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD) is Windows only and is likely to remain that way. So if you're into working the digital modes, DM780 is gonna blow you away!!Īlso if you haven't seen it yet, there's a nice Short Take review of HRD in the April 2007 issue of QST. If you're running an older HRD version, you're on your own.Īlthough not included in this release, the new Ham Radio Deluxe Digital Master 780 (aka DM780) is soon forthcoming and will be included in another revision of HRD due out before Easter 2007. ![]() If you're running a relatively recent version of HRD (released within the past year or so), use HRD's pulldown menu Tools > Archive to automatically backup all your configuration settings and logbook. ![]() The new features really do improve use of the software and how it looks, and if you've got a Kenwood, Elecraft or Yaesu there's lots to be happy about.Īs before any new install, it is wise to backup your log and customized settings. I've been priviledged to be Beta Testing the software and it just keeps getting better and better! The Beta software is very stable and works wonderfully. * Enhanced Appearance via Skinning and Themes. * Vastly improved Satellite Tracking capabilities. * Improved VFO Button Agility for Kenwood and Elecraft. * Improved support for the Kenwood TS-2000, TS-480, Elecraft K-2 and Yaesu FT-2000. It is available at: Īs with all previous versions of Ham Radio Deluxe it is Free to all Radio Amateurs. Ham Radio Deluxe Version 3.5 Beta has just been released today to the public.
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