gain-viz/README.md

# gain_viz

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# gain_viz

**gain_viz** is a Python-based web application for adjusting RF gain settings and visualizing their effect in real-time. It integrates with USRP and SCM devices, providing live IQ time-series and spectrum visualization.  

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## Features

- Adjust **USRP Tx/Rx gains** and **SCM Tx/Rx gains** from a web interface.  
- Live IQ **time-series plot** in milliseconds.  
- Live **spectrum visualization** (waterfall / spectrogram).  
- Fast refresh for near real-time feedback.  
- Responsive and clean web interface built with HTML/CSS/JS.  



## Installation

Make sure you have **Python 3.8+** installed.

1. Clone the repository:

```bash
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/gain-viz.git
cd gain-viz
```

2. Build and install

```bash
pip install --upgrade build
python -m build
pip install dist/gain_viz-0.1.0-py3-none-any.whl
```

## Usage

Run the application
```bash
gain_viz
```

Open your browser at http://localhost:5000


- Toggle the gain switches to enable input fields.
- Enter new gain values and press Update Gains.
- Observe the effect on the time-domain IQ plot and spectrum.