Introduction to HamClock
HamClock is a versatile application designed specifically for amateur radio enthusiasts, offering more than just timekeeping. It provides real-time information essential for making informed decisions during radio operations. By integrating a world clock, solar and terrestrial weather updates, and other radio-specific data into a streamlined interface, HamClock enhances the overall experience for both local and international communication. With this tool, users gain valuable insights to optimize their radio activities.
Hamclock running live on a PI
Key Features of HamClock
HamClock comes with a variety of features tailored to meet the needs of amateur radio operators. Some of its key highlights include:
- Real-Time Solar Data: Provides updates on solar flux, sunspot numbers, and A-indexes, which are crucial for understanding ionospheric conditions and their impact on radio wave propagation.
- Geographical Information: Displays a world map showing day and night regions, helping operators choose the best times for long-distance communications.
- DXCC Country Status: Integrates a database of DXCC (Distant X (Unknown) Country Club) entities, enabling operators to easily identify and target specific countries for communication.
- Moon and Satellite Tracking: Tracks the moon’s phase, rise and set times, and provides information on amateur radio satellites—ideal for Earth-Moon-Earth (EME) communication or satellite operations.
- Gray Line Indicator: Highlights the Gray Line—the twilight zone where day meets night—which is known for its enhanced radio propagation properties.
- Customizable Alerts: Allows users to set personalized notifications for conditions like geomagnetic storms or satellite visibility, ensuring they don’t miss optimal communication windows.
DISCLAIMER: The software is developed by Radio Ham Elwood Downey - Callsign WB0OEW - More information can be found here
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
I supply an assembled 3D Printed custom case and a stand, containing a Raspberry pi 2 Zero W Single Board Computer running Raspberry OS with hamclock installed (But not configured with your callsign details etc - see customisation options below on order form)
Hamclock Custom Case & Stand
Please note: I do not use unsupported Chinese Android TV boxes!!
*UK Customers only - all other countries the unit will be shipped without a power supply
It comes with the following Genuine Raspberry Parts as standard:
- 1 Pi Zero 2 W
- 1 Pi Power supply*
- 1 Pi Mini HDMI Adapter
- 1 Pi Mini USB adapter
- 1 Pi 16gb SD Card (Optimised Pi OS & Hamclock installed)
Plus....
- 1 x 3D printed Custom Case
- 1 x 3D Printed Case Stand
All images are representive and due to the nature of 3D printing the colours and finish may vary.
CUSTOMISATION OPTIONS
I also offer a customisation service - you can order this on the form below at a cost of £15 per unit.
SUPPORT & WARRANTY
For all support & warranty questions please raise a support ticket HERE!
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Non-sales and general enquiries, please use our Contact Form HERE!
HOW TO PURCHASE A HAMCLOCK:
To order yours, please use the form below - for all other non sales and general enquiries, please use our Contact Form HERE!
The fee for 1 Hamclock unit is £125 plus postage and packaging to the UK.
For orders outside of the UK the power supply IS NOT included - I will work out the cost in your local currency plus P&P costs per order subject to the current UK exchange rates.
Please note: these are made to order and are processed in the order that they are received - so please be patient as demand is currently high.
Thank you - Mark (G6CPX)