Simon's World Map Simon Brown, G4ELI
Use this command to install Simon's World Map:
winget install --id=SimonG4ELI.WorldMap -e A free map of the world for radio aficionados.
Simon's World Map is a free mapping tool designed to assist radio aficionados, particularly DX enthusiasts operating on 80m. This software provides essential visualizations such as current time, sunrise/sunset, greyline propagation, and the locations of active DX stations.
Key Features:
- Real-time display of current time, sunrise/sunset, and greyline propagation for optimal HF radio communication.
- Support for rotators (ERC Mini, ERC V4, Yaesu GS232A/B) and DDE interface compatibility with other software like PST Rotator.
- Multiple map projections, including Equirectangular and Azimuthal Equidistant, offering flexibility in how the world is viewed.
- Aurora updates sourced from live data provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
- Maidenhead locator support for precise location identification.
- Satellite tracking with Celestrak data integration.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for DX enthusiasts, ham radio operators, and radio communication professionals seeking a lightweight, customizable tool to enhance their HF radio operations. The software minimizes CPU usage and runs efficiently on Windows 7/8/10/11 systems, making it accessible for users with diverse hardware setups.
Install via winget for seamless integration into your workflow.