To all, John, W5GI informed me that there isn't a Yahoo based discussion group that is geared specifically for SDR1K users and potential users to inquire and discuss how they use their SDR1K in different operating modes that match their operating interests. So he asked me to establish such a group that would be more easily searchable from the net for people looking for information on the SDR-1000. I expect this forum will be included as a resource on the FlexRadio home page in order to get maximum visibility.
This discussion group will deal exclusively with how the SDR1K is used by hams in everyday situations (what? you don't use your SDR1K everyday!). Its intent is to be a bit more user friendly to those interested in the SDR1K than the sometimes "real deep" technical discussion that can spawn on the reflector which might scare off the less technical. The SDR1K Reflector's phenomenal success is due completely to the wealth of information us "Flexers" have obtained and shared unselfishly with anyone who is brave enough to inquire. The success of the Yahoo SDR-1000 Operating and Use discussion group will also be dependent on the same type of generous dissemination of knowledge gained by the SDR Collective. I am urge everyone to participate in this forum as well as the Reflector in order to ensure its future success. The Yahoo SDR1K Operating and Use discussion group has a few unique features that are not present on the Reflector to help out the new and seasoned users alike. Calendar of Events: There is a calendar of SDR1K related events that can be used to make sure you know when Teamspeak is happening, or when Gerald is giving that talk at Dayton. As events such as attendance at hamfests by FlexRadio or talks being give by renowned users of the SDR community are scheduled, we'll put them in the calendar. The calendar uses GMT as the default time zone, so all times are in UTC Useful Web links: There are useful web links, such as where to get Delta44 drivers or Phil's Vcom drivers. I would hope that the SDR1K user community would contribute heavily to this resource. SDR User Database: This is a database of SDR users, where their QTH is located, what their SDR1K configuration looks like and how they use their SDR1K. This essentially is a database of SDR "elmers". You never know when a potential SDR convert might be in the next town over and could use a little personal demo to put him over the edge. Files download Area: This is a place where you can download files for SDR users to share. As an example, I have placed a small Access DB with my BandText table for those that want a starting point for a more detailed Band Text. There are other files there as well. Polls, Chat and Photos: Here are a couple of tools that might come in handy for those wanting to contact some one one-on-one, upload pictures of their operating position or take an informal poll on what Buffer settings folks use for the best CW operation. Just more tools for those who want to use them. In conclusion, I hope you will support and contribute to the SDR1K Operating and Use Discussion Group as you have to the reflector. I look forward to seeing lots of members joining the forum. You can use the links below to access the SDR1K Operating and Use Discussion Group on Yahoo. Respectfully yours, Tim (W4TME) Group Access: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SDR-1000/ Post message: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SDR-1000/join Unsubscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] List owner: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Tim --- Tim Ellison <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Integrated Technical Services <http://www.itsco.com/> Apex, NC USA 919.674.0044 Ext. 25 / 919.674.0045 (FAX) 919.215.6375 - cell >>> PGP public key available at all public KeyServers <<< Skype: kg4rzy
