Over the last few days I’ve been implementing some minor changes to SPE Expert Controller, resolving a minor defect and updating the documentation in readiness for public release in the coming weeks.
This release candidate is now being tested and if all goes well I’m hoping to make it available during late July as version 1.2.1.
Below is a list of Additions/changes as they stand today.
- The third-party Network/Serial adapter may now be identified using a FQDN (Fully Qualified Domain Name) in addition to an IP address.
- Removed ‘Save’ button from the Settings window. Settings now auto-save when choosing an alternate tab or the window is closed.
- Enabled the ‘Edit’ menu bar option to better support cut/copy/paste operations.
- Added ‘News’ and ‘Support’ to Help menu. These open corresponding pages on the SPE Expert Controller website.
- Resolved issue whereby the Settings | Comms tabview did not re-enable the change of information after closing connection to an amplifier.
- The colour of the RF Power, PA Voltage and PA Current gauges on the RF Information window are now Green, Yellow and Blue respectively.
- SWR ANT and SWR ATU values swapped to align with observed usage rather than that detailed in the SPE Application Programmer’s Guide. This change impacts the RF Information window and the spoken report.
- Minor update to underlying datastore. The datastore is automatically updated when version 1.2.1 is first run. The updated store is not compatible with earlier versions.
Once ready it will be released to the Apple Appstore. Those who have configured their Mac to auto-update will receive the update automatically! Other’s will have to update using their App Store App.
If you have any questions/comments, please drop me a mail via this website.
Andy