HamPi Ham Radio Software for Raspberry Pi from W3DJS (

Dave Slotter, W3DJS, today releases version 1.0 of the HamPi image for the Raspberry Pi computer. It has all sorts of ham-related software, including fldigi and wsjt-x (and many others). I interview Dave about the new release. You can get the new release for yourself at Direct Download Links:
US Callsign Alpha Prefix download here: bit.ly/HamPi_1_0-W3DJS
US Callsign Kilo Prefix download here: bit.ly/HamPi_1_0-WA4ZXV
US Callsign November Prefix download here: bit.ly/HamPi_1_0-N5XMT
US Callsign Whiskey Prefix download here: bit.ly/HamPi_1_0-KE8OHG
All other Prefixes download here: bit.ly/HamPi_1_0-VE4VR
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[@trishabiesinger]

Dave Casler is a super great guy and a good, patient teacher! I know because he is my big brother! I enjoy watching him "do his thing" for all of you ham-mers. I grew up hearing him talking to people world-wide late into the night. To this day, I can remember his old call number..."Whiskey bravo 6-golf bravo tango". Great memories!

[@Fix_n_Fly]

Always enjoy your interviews. To paraphrase an old print add, “you meet the nicest people on a Dave Casler interview.”

[@LarryMassey]

Informative video from both of you guys, great job.

[@krystlih]

Great video! I love the raspberry pi, I still have the first model I pre ordered when they first announced it. It’s a great little machine, don’t be afraid of Linux it’s a great OS. It’s great to see Hams embracing technology like the Pi, there is a lot that can be done with it.

[@yv6eda]

Great effort Dave! Thank you very much!

[@user-mt2qn4yp8w]

GREAT VIDEO!!!!!! Now here is another thing to look into. Thank you so much for taking your time contacting the gentleman about this. So much great information. 73 Clark KG7LOI.

[@tpobrienjr]

Thank you, Dave/Dave. I will download tonight....

[@mdouble100]

Thanks Dave. This software will be really useful for guys like me who are doing digital modes while mobile.

[@TheSmokinApe]

Awesome video, can’t wait to try it out 👍

[@wushock92]

Loved the shot at Mesa Verde at the end. So it looks like i need to get another Raspberry Pi...or 2. Tnx and 73

[@roneymonte]

Amazing! Today I use the Raspberry PI for almost everything in my rig. This image release makes easy by having all software already installed. Thanks and 73 de PY1ZB!

[@goh2499]

I love Raspberry Pis while I am coming a 3d printing and general technology background over to ham radio. I am seeing I have even more excuses to buy them. They can handle low overhead tasks with such a small form factor and efficiency that they will fit almost any where... Can't wait to try them out here as well.

[@ralphwilmot6351]

I have been active on FT8 for over 3 years. Bought a IC-7300 a year back and just received the HamPi and the 4B 8G Raspberry Pi. Connected USB configured FT8 out of the box and within 5 minutes had my first QSO. Outstanding, simple very cost effective way to get active on WSJTX, WSPR and other digital modes. G4PEY.

[@dvscotlandphoenixnetwork]

congrats Dave

[@chichimus]

Thanks for the video. Going to give this a shot. The README text should mention the minimum 16GB card requirement, preferably near the start. I seem to be awash in 8GB for some reason.

[@CharlesTriesToRetire]

I'm watching this video as I download Ham Pi. Hoping to make some digital contacts next weekend.

[@westcoasthops1]

thanks Dave

[@ellenmariehardin]

In linux, you should be able to install new versions of software by simply running the update procedure for the raspberry pi. I believe that Raspian (The Pi OS) is debian based. In this case, run sudo apt update. After this completes run sudo apt upgrade. This should update the versions. You may need to add repositories for each of these programs, but this is much easier and safer than burning a new image each time you need to update.

[@jaywardjulian6163]

Really LIKED the video, I just have a question, can I use my existing micro SD card that was already loaded with HAMCLOCK for my pi3b+ just want to be sure I dont loose it. Thank you Dave

[@bruceweight7319]

Hi Dave did you ever get that little sound card plug to work. Just got a Raspberry Pi 4 and am wanting to put it to work with some new learning. This is what makes Ham radio so fun.