PlanePlotter
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![]() | "Planeplotter: Automatic air band tu" about PlanePlotter by Al222 (20724 pt) | 2024-Nov-25 11:37 | ![]() |
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Planeplotter: Automatic air band tuning of SDR#
Feature: Automatic Tuning of VHF Receiver
Function Description: By clicking on an aircraft displayed in PlanePlotter, the VHF receiver will automatically tune to a previously set radio frequency.
Preamble: This feature could be extremely useful for aviation enthusiasts, but it is complex, partly because the necessary software for its operation is quite outdated. This software may cause installation errors, which will be examined later. Nevertheless, we will proceed to explain the theoretical procedure for its use.
Activation and Configuration:
Options > ATC sector frequencies > Add a new sector frequency
.If properly configured, this function allows real-time following of radio communications between aircraft and control towers
and then select some custom parameters that will be shown on the map portion you can draw.
This functionality requires the installation of two additional software components:
SDRSharp Net Remote 1.2 (version September 30, 2016, 1.2.6378),
which can be downloaded from the following site:
https://github.com/EarToEarOak/SDRSharp-Net-Remote.
Before downloading this add-on, you must install the SDRSharp program from the AIRSPY website:
https://airspy.com/download/,
a virtual radio interface displayed on your computer screen.
The integration of SDRSharp-Net-Remote theoretically uses the file sectorfreqs.txt, located in Tools > COAA > PlanePlotter > Chartfiles, which is empty by default.
I tested it on several computers running Windows 10, but the result was as follows:
I tried in different directories, but without a positive result. As I mentioned earlier, the program might be outdated, as the file dates back to 2017.
To activate the function, however:
In Options, click on Airband receiver tuning > SDR# tuning enable.
It is essential to have an aircraft visible on the map, click on the aircraft, and then draw the sector boundaries on the map.
The PlanePlotter help is also rather outdated, so the link to the download is obsolete. When searching the help for "Airband receiver tuning," the only potentially relevant topic, "Automatic frequency control of SDR," is described as follows:
"To enable control, you need to put a tick mark against Option...Airband receiver tuning...SDR# tuning enable."
Unfortunately, the Airband receiver tuning option does not appear in Options, or at least, I could not find it.
Considerations:
If PlanePlotter were a free program, these issues might be more understandable. However, considering that it is a paid software, having outdated help documentation and having to rely on forums for solutions seems unacceptable.
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![]() | "Planeplotter: Conditional Expressio" about PlanePlotter by Al222 (20724 pt) | 2024-Nov-24 15:40 | ![]() |
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The Conditional Expressions for Visualization feature in PlanePlotter allows users to customize how aircraft are displayed on the map based on specific user-defined criteria. This feature is particularly useful for filtering and organizing data, enhancing monitoring efficiency.
A conditional expression is a custom rule that specifies which aircraft to display, how they should be represented, or what details to highlight on the map. It consists of a set of conditions compared to the data received from aircraft.
For example, you can create an expression to show only aircraft flying above 10,000 feet or belonging to a specific airline.
Access the Functionality:
Go to the Options > Conditional Expressions menu in PlanePlotter.
Define the Criteria:
Enter an expression that uses available parameters from Mode-S/ADS-B data. Common criteria include:
Save and Apply:
After entering the expression, save it and ensure it’s applied. PlanePlotter will use this rule to filter the displayed data.
Display aircraft above 30,000 feet:
alt > 30000
Show only aircraft within 100 km of your observation point:
dist < 100
Highlight only aircraft heading southeast (90-180 degrees):
hdg > 90 && hdg < 180
Filter for a specific aircraft type, e.g., Airbus A320:
type == 'A320'
Display only aircraft registered in Italy:
country == 'Italy'
The Conditional Expressions for Visualization feature is a powerful tool to make PlanePlotter highly customizable and optimized for any type of air traffic monitoring.
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![]() | "Descrizione" about PlanePlotter by admin (19549 pt) | 2024-Nov-28 12:46 | ![]() |
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PlanePlotter is a popular software tool designed for tracking and visualizing aircraft by decoding ADS-B, ACARS, HFDL, and Mode-S transmissions. It allows users to monitor live air traffic and offers powerful tools for enthusiasts and professionals. The software is compatible with various platforms, such as Windows, and works seamlessly with a wide range of receivers and software-defined radios (SDRs). The installation is quite complicated, additional programs are required even out-of-date ones that will jolt your antivirus, and the instructions via Help are not quite up-to-date, so arm yourself with lots and lots of patience and if you are unfamiliar with TCP/IP protocols and COM ports use a few friends to help you out.
Then, with the RTL-SDR flash drive inserted into a USB port on your computer, a program such as rtl1090 (which you can download from https://rtl1090.com) you can see the air traffic passing over your home.
With these connections made and the software, TCP/IP connection, and I/O data between the two programs (PlanePlotter and rtl1090) configured, PlanePlotter decoding begins with a click on the green dot icon, the second from the left. After the click it will become a black square and reception, theoretically, should begin.
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I immediately propose any problems so that they can be solved without searching the Web.
First problem, immediately solvable:
The home screen provides by default (version 6.6.9.4) fixed satellite data.
This data can be deleted by disabling this: Enable Inmarsat plots
Close PlanePlotter and restart PlanePlotter
Second problem less easy to solve
No data received from the receiver (if you see data scrolling on the receiver) and error Failed to connect to the receiver.
Check the connection to the receiver in two places:
Options>Mode-S receiverRTL dongle RTL1090>Setup TCP/IP client
The numbers must be the same and that is, if in Config of rtl1090 there is an upper box with 127.0.0.1 and in the lower box 31012 then in the RT dongle TCP/IP server IP box you must write the same numbers separated by the colon 127.0.0.1:31012 as in the example below.
Aircraft Position Tracking:
Displays real-time positions of aircraft based on ADS-B signals and other data sources.
Data Decoding:
Decodes messages from multiple data formats like ADS-B, ACARS, HFDL, and Mode-S.
Sharing Data:
Users can share received data with others in real time, contributing to a global air traffic monitoring network. Check the legislation because in some countries listening to certain frequencies is not allowed.
Customizable Interface:
Includes options to customize maps, display settings, and graphical overlays for enhanced user experience.
Additional Features:
Provides multilateration (MLAT) capabilities, logging, and detailed data analysis tools.
For those new to this hobby, I try to explain why an aircraft enthusiast should choose PlanePlotter over the many sites such as ADS-B Exchane, Flightradar, Flighaware, etc. and some of the many features of this program.
Customization of Maps and Airport Diagrams
Alert Configuration
Conditional Display Expressions
Multi-Map Display
Airband Receiver Control
Sky View Display
SkyWatcher Camera Control
VHF Direction Finding
Locating Non-Broadcasting Aircraft
Script Writing for Enhanced Control
Tool Identification for Radar Sites
Download the Software:
Planeplotter6_6_9_1.zip
Extract the Files:
Run the Installer:
.exe
).Windows Defender Issue:
Planeplotter6_6_9_1.zip
, Windows Defender may flag the file as containing a virus (Trojan Win32./Poma!rfn
).Complete Installation:
Initial Configuration:
Set Up Your Receiver:
PlanePlotter uses specific SQLite databases to provide detailed information about the aircraft and their routes. The relevant databases include:
C:\Tools\COAA\PlanePlotter\Logfiles
.Data Visualization:
Sharing Data:
Advanced Features:
If Windows Defender continues to block PlanePlotter:
Guide to Finding and Installing MapQuest Maps in PlanePlotter and Obtaining a Free API Key
Using MapQuest maps in PlanePlotter can enhance your monitoring experience by providing detailed geographical views. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to find, integrate MapQuest maps into PlanePlotter, and obtain a free API key for up to 15,000 maps per month.
Before beginning, it's important to know that PlanePlotter can directly integrate mapping services like MapQuest through the use of an API key.
Once the API key is entered:
Guide on How to Load and Calibrate a Chart in PlanePlotter
Loading and calibrating maps in PlanePlotter can significantly enhance your monitoring experience. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to load a digitized chart and properly calibrate it:
Follow this video www.coaa.co.uk/map-calibration.mp4 or these instructions:
To calibrate a map in PlanePlotter, follow these detailed steps:
Load the Map: Insert a map in .jpeg format into the directory Tools>COAA>PlanePlotter>Chartfiles
.
Opening and Error Message:
Initiating Calibration:
Adding the First Calibration Point:
Options>Map calibration>Add calibration point
.Options>Map calibration>Display calibration point
, and a red circle will appear at the location where the first calibration point was created.Repeating for Additional Points:
Viewing and Saving:
Options> Map calibration>Display geo grid
to display a grid of small red crosses.Options> Map calibration>Save calibration data
, and in the window that opens, confirm the map indicated with OK.Removing Visual Calibration Points:
Options>Map calibration>Add calibration point
.Options> Map calibration>Display geo grid
.Adjusting Map Transparency:
Options>Chart>Transparency
.Modifying Aircraft Symbols:
PlanePlotter is a tool for aviation enthusiasts, but it requires complicated installation and very detailed configuration with hundreds of parameters to avoid compatibility problems. Always be sure to download it from reliable sources and follow the directions for optimal configuration. The free version expires after 21 days and the paid version costs €25 + VAT.
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