Month: March 2016

Sorcerer Decoding Software

Whilst looking for digital decoders I read a review on the software package Sorcerer. The software can be used with any HF receiver and allow you to decode a multitude of digital modes. You will find the standard FAX, CW, PSK and Olivia decoders, but also the Nato standard Stanag. Whilst testing the software I […]

1090 MHz ADS-B Aircraft Radar Reception

ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast. The system broadcasts on 1090 MHz and with a suitable antenna and receiver the position of each aircraft within range can be downloaded and displayed on a map. Broadcast data may include. Flight Identification (flight number callsign or call sign) ICAO 24-bit Aircraft Address (globally unique airframe code) Position (latitude/longitude) […]