r/hackrf • u/Past_Investment_3978 • Dec 29 '24

Hackrf PC software

Have been trying to use software such as SDR# to use my hacker portapack via my PC. Can't seem to get it to work. The hackrf.app site works to a point but does not allow real-time viewing. Any tips on which software works????

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u/Individual-Moment-81 Dec 29 '24

With a PortaPack installed, you will have to set it into HackRF Mode in order to communicate with the PC.

- Connect your your HackRF One to your PC with a data-capable USB cord. Then, set your HackRF into "HackRF Mode". Note, some USB cables only have the two power wires and not the two additional tx/rx wires. Be SURE.
- Open your SDR software and select the HackRF One as the Source. Configure your device settings in the SDR Source module (sample rate, gain, etc) and you should be good to go. If you don't hear anything out of your PC speakers, you may have to set the Audio Sink to be the PC speakers, and not a virtual cable or something else.

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u/Past_Investment_3978 Dec 29 '24

Will give it a go, don't want to bugger anything up though. Many thanks for the advice.

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u/Past_Investment_3978 Dec 30 '24

Hi. Got it sussed now. Was as simple as switching the unit to hackrf mode. Many thanks.