[Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Hi, I've been trying to set up my SDR-1000 for PSK31 operation using MixW 2.18 and sometimes DigiPan. I am at v1.10.1 of PowerSDR. I had my first QSO last night (MixW) and received a good report on my signal. However, I've noticed the following: when I transmit an idle signal into a dummy load using either program, the forward power reported by PowerSDR fluctuates between 0 and 25 watts. I also read power fluctuations on my antenna tuner's meter. Is this normal for PSK31? Or is it diagnostic of a setup problem? If I key PowerSDR directly by clicking TUN, there is no fluctuation. The forward power reads 8 watts steady. Some additional details: The sound card is an FA66. PowerSDR is set to DIGU. TX GAIN is at -8. Following a suggestion I saw on the reflector, the drive is set to 100 and the TX GAIN was adjusted until forward power was around 25 watts (although this was difficult due to the fluctuating reading as noted above). During transmission of an idle signal, the ALC reading ranges from -8 to -12 dBm. The CPU% varies between 10 and 20% whether or not I'm transmitting. I am not sure what additional information would be helpful in diagnosing the problem, so if I need to provide buffer settings, etc. please let me know. I checked the reflector archives and a similar question was posted once before, but I couldn't find a description of a solution. Thanks as always, Sam W2SNX ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail
MessageI see Newegg has this dual core, Asus mobo and case on sale for around $200 total. Would this run a 5K ok? Comments appreciated, thanks KQ8RP Scott AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail Enabling dual core desktop computing and featuring two cores each operating at 2.4GHz with a 512KB (1MB in total) L2 Cache, the Dual-Core AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+ Socket AM2 processor can perform calculations on two streams of data to increase efficiency and speed while running multiple programs and the new generation of multi-threaded software. A new 65w thermal power design saves more power than ever before and generates less heat. The new Socket AM2 from AMD is designed to enable next-generation platform innovations such as AMD Virtualization and high-performance, unbuffered DDR2 memory (supporting up to DDR2 800) to the award-winning AMD64 architecture. Other advanced features include support for 3DNow! Professional technology and SSE3 to accelerate multimedia applications and enable stellar performance when working with games, audio, video and photography software. This adept processor is designed for people who want to stay at the forefront of technology and for those who depend on their PCs to keep them connected, informed, and entertained. Mobo and Case ASUS V2-M2V890 AMD Socket AM2 AMD Athlon X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 VIA K8M890 2 x 240Pin VIA Chrome9 Barebone - Retail Model Brand ASUS Model V2-M2V890 CPU Supported CPU Type AMD Athlon X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 CPU Socket AMD Socket AM2 FSB 1000MHz HyperTransport Chipset North Bridge VIA K8M890 South Bridge VT8237A Memory Supported Memory slot 2 x 240Pin Memory Type Supported DDR2 533/667 Max Memory Supported 2GB Expansion Slots AGP None PCI Express 1 x PCI Express x16 + 1 x PCI Express x1 PCI 2 Storage IDE ATA 2 x ATA 100 Serial ATA 2 x SATA 150 Graphics Onboard Video VIA Chrome9 Video Memory Shared Audio Onboard Audio Realtek ALC880 Channel 8-CH Communications First LAN 10/100/1000 LAN Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps Extension Bays 3.5 Internal bays 1 3.5 External bays 2 5.25 External bays 2 Front Panel Ports Front USB 2 Front Audio Ports 2 jacks Back Panel Ports PS/2 2 COM 1 LPT 1 VGA 1 x D-Sub Rear USB 4 RJ45 1 Rear Audio Ports 6 jacks Power Supply Power Supply 250 W (PFC) Physical SPEC Dimensions 15.0 x 14.0 x 6.7 Packaging Package Contents V2-M2V890 Driver Disk User Manual Software Disk SATA Cable Power Cord -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mail.flex-radio.biz/pipermail/flexradio_flex-radio.biz/attachments/20070822/c9dd6b25/attachment.html ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] repeating question
I asked before but either didn't get a reply or missed. My Quadra amp has a 'Set' feature. By clicking the 'Set' button, it will activate a PTT and if the Rig transmits will recognize what band/antenna setting it should choose. I can activate the PTT manually via the x2 ptt pins, but is it possible to also tell the SDR to transmit, as if I enabled the 'Tun' button? pse and tu - Timing has an awful lot to do with the outcome of a rain dance. - Bill H. in Chicagoland webcams at http://76.16.160.118:8080/ weather at http://hhweather.webhop.org ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] SDR 1000 For Sale
The SDR-1000™ from FlexRadio Systems is the hardware component of a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver interface to a Windows Personal Computer. It was purchased April 2006 and still has 8 months on the warranty. The covers have never been of the unit It provides everything needed to convert a PC into a high performance, 11KHz-65MHz general coverage receiver with 160M-6M (2M optional) Amateur Radio band transmit capability. The SDR-1000™ delivers 100W PEP on the 160-10m (50W 60m)HF bands and 0.5W on 6 metres. (This package includes the SDR-100W PA linear stage. I am suppling with this SDR-1000 the Delta 44 sound card, and breakout box and all the cables to hook it up. I am also suppling the parallel cable to connect the SDR-1000 to the PC. Package price $12000. The reason I'm selling is because I have a 5000 on order. The FlexRadio SDR-1000™ is also the first open source software, amateur radio transceiver to incorporate the scalable DSP performance of a personal computer (PC) and sound card to perform all modulation, demodulation, and control functions of the radio. The general purpose PC architecture now vastly outperforms even the best proprietary DSP chips, with cost/performance constantly improving. In addition, the professional audio market is driving significant improvements in sound card technology. The SDR-1000™ takes advantage of these trends to provide upgradeable hardware and software performance…the TT3O IMD . The SDR-1000™ incorporates a novel Quadrature Sampling Detector (QSD) to provide high dynamic range with minimal components. An Analog Devices AD9854 quadrature DDS and 200MHz 1ps jitter clock oscillator provides continuous coverage with very low phase noise. The combination of the QSD and DSP digital signal processing produces a transceiver that has superior performance over conventional radios and easily upgraded with new software features provided at no additional cost. Receiver dynamic range and selectivity are in the top performance class of all amateur radio transceivers. *SDR 1000 TRANSCEIVER SPECIFICATIONS* All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and Options SDR-1000 Available NOW Industry leading 2 KHz spacing, two-tone, third-order dynamic range performance (IMD DR3 @ 14 MHz) 99 dB[1] Preamp Med Top performing 2 KHz spacing third-order intercept point (IP3 @ 14 MHz) +26 dBm[1] Preamp Med Receiver frequency range (MHz) [optimized for amateur bands] 1.8 – 60 MHz Transmitter frequency range (MHz) 160-6m Amateur Bands Operating modes USB, LSB, DSB, CWL, CWU, AM, SAM, DRM, DIGIU, DIGIL FM (narrow) RF power output 100W 160-10m 0.5W 6m Frequency stability [after warm up] No data DDS clock frequency 200 MHz Control interface USB or Parallel TX/RX antenna connections (connector type) (1) BNC RX only antenna connections (connector type) N/A Transmitter 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 2 antenna routing options N/A Physical dimensions (inches) 10.00 W 4.50 H 9.50 D Physical dimensions (cm) 24.1 cm W 11.4 cm H 25.4 cm D Open Source PowerSDR™ DSP/User Interface software compatible 192 KHz wide, low-latency Panadapter spectrum display Narrow band, real-time spectrum analyzer Point and click snap tuning of signals on spectrum display Balanced unbalanced microphone inputs One year warranty External PTT controls High volume, internally mounted, quiet cooling fan Audio line-in line-out (RCA jacks) Three (3) RCA keying outputs DB-15 Connector QSK operation Semi QSK Only External frequency reference input Optional Internal 2 meter transverter Optional *POWER SDR SOFTWARE* The software functionality is provided via free download of the Power SDR software (from the Flex Radio web site). The PowerSDR™control software provides 100% of the signal processing and control for the SDR-1000™. A free download makes available the latest new features and performance improvements which are updated on almost a weekly basis. GPL open source licensing allows many users to contribute to the radio’s enhancement. On the other hand, NO software programming knowledge is required to operate and enjoy the radio. Some of the features of PowerSDR™ · Real-time Panadapter and Waterfall Spectrum Displays of the passband · User defined On the Fly drag and set Filter Setting · Brick wall filters down to 25 Hz with no ringing · Zero beat click tuning of signals in the Panadapter · Advanced digital AGC performed after the filter · DSP Noise Reduction, Noise Blanking (2) and Notch
[Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000
The SDR-1000™ from FlexRadio Systems is the hardware component of a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver interface to a Windows Personal Computer. It was purchased April 2006 and still has 8 months on the warranty. The covers have never been of the unit It provides everything needed to convert a PC into a high performance, 11KHz-65MHz general coverage receiver with 160M-6M (2M optional) Amateur Radio band transmit capability. The SDR-1000™ delivers 100W PEP on the 160-10m (50W 60m)HF bands and 0.5W on 6 metres. (This package includes the SDR-100W PA linear stage. I am suppling with this SDR-1000 the Delta 44 sound card, and breakout box and all the cables to hook it up. I am also suppling the parallel cable to connect the SDR-1000 to the PC. Package price $1200. The reason I'm selling is because I have a 5000 on order. The FlexRadio SDR-1000™ is also the first open source software, amateur radio transceiver to incorporate the scalable DSP performance of a personal computer (PC) and sound card to perform all modulation, demodulation, and control functions of the radio. The general purpose PC architecture now vastly outperforms even the best proprietary DSP chips, with cost/performance constantly improving. In addition, the professional audio market is driving significant improvements in sound card technology. The SDR-1000™ takes advantage of these trends to provide upgradeable hardware and software performance…the TT3O IMD . The SDR-1000™ incorporates a novel Quadrature Sampling Detector (QSD) to provide high dynamic range with minimal components. An Analog Devices AD9854 quadrature DDS and 200MHz 1ps jitter clock oscillator provides continuous coverage with very low phase noise. The combination of the QSD and DSP digital signal processing produces a transceiver that has superior performance over conventional radios and easily upgraded with new software features provided at no additional cost. Receiver dynamic range and selectivity are in the top performance class of all amateur radio transceivers. *SDR 1000 TRANSCEIVER SPECIFICATIONS* All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and Options SDR-1000 Available NOW Industry leading 2 KHz spacing, two-tone, third-order dynamic range performance (IMD DR3 @ 14 MHz) 99 dB[1] Preamp Med Top performing 2 KHz spacing third-order intercept point (IP3 @ 14 MHz) +26 dBm[1] Preamp Med Receiver frequency range (MHz) [optimized for amateur bands] 1.8 – 60 MHz Transmitter frequency range (MHz) 160-6m Amateur Bands Operating modes USB, LSB, DSB, CWL, CWU, AM, SAM, DRM, DIGIU, DIGIL FM (narrow) RF power output 100W 160-10m 0.5W 6m Frequency stability [after warm up] No data DDS clock frequency 200 MHz Control interface USB or Parallel TX/RX antenna connections (connector type) (1) BNC RX only antenna connections (connector type) N/A Transmitter 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 2 antenna routing options N/A Physical dimensions (inches) 10.00 W 4.50 H 9.50 D Physical dimensions (cm) 24.1 cm W 11.4 cm H 25.4 cm D Open Source PowerSDR™ DSP/User Interface software compatible 192 KHz wide, low-latency Panadapter spectrum display Narrow band, real-time spectrum analyzer Point and click snap tuning of signals on spectrum display Balanced unbalanced microphone inputs One year warranty External PTT controls High volume, internally mounted, quiet cooling fan Audio line-in line-out (RCA jacks) Three (3) RCA keying outputs DB-15 Connector QSK operation Semi QSK Only External frequency reference input Optional Internal 2 meter transverter Optional *POWER SDR SOFTWARE* The software functionality is provided via free download of the Power SDR software (from the Flex Radio web site). The PowerSDR™control software provides 100% of the signal processing and control for the SDR-1000™. A free download makes available the latest new features and performance improvements which are updated on almost a weekly basis. GPL open source licensing allows many users to contribute to the radio’s enhancement. On the other hand, NO software programming knowledge is required to operate and enjoy the radio. Some of the features of PowerSDR™ · Real-time Panadapter and Waterfall Spectrum Displays of the passband · User defined On the Fly drag and set Filter Setting · Brick wall filters down to 25 Hz with no ringing · Zero beat click tuning of signals in the Panadapter · Advanced digital AGC performed after the filter · DSP Noise Reduction, Noise Blanking (2) and Notch
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Sam, if you want to check your power out on PSK31 send a series of semi-colons. You will indeed see fluctuation during PSK31 transmissions because some characters exhibit a smaller duty cycle than others, hence sending the semi-colons will exhibit near 100 percent duty cycle. Do not exceed the rating of the amplifier which on PSK31 should be 40W maximum. Actually I usually run at 30 to 35W here. Remeber PSK31 does a very good job at low power levels. I hope this helps. Jim, W4ATK -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Samuel Cartinhour Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 5:33 AM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31 Hi, I've been trying to set up my SDR-1000 for PSK31 operation using MixW 2.18 and sometimes DigiPan. I am at v1.10.1 of PowerSDR. I had my first QSO last night (MixW) and received a good report on my signal. However, I've noticed the following: when I transmit an idle signal into a dummy load using either program, the forward power reported by PowerSDR fluctuates between 0 and 25 watts. I also read power fluctuations on my antenna tuner's meter. Is this normal for PSK31? Or is it diagnostic of a setup problem? If I key PowerSDR directly by clicking TUN, there is no fluctuation. The forward power reads 8 watts steady. Some additional details: The sound card is an FA66. PowerSDR is set to DIGU. TX GAIN is at -8. Following a suggestion I saw on the reflector, the drive is set to 100 and the TX GAIN was adjusted until forward power was around 25 watts (although this was difficult due to the fluctuating reading as noted above). During transmission of an idle signal, the ALC reading ranges from -8 to -12 dBm. The CPU% varies between 10 and 20% whether or not I'm transmitting. I am not sure what additional information would be helpful in diagnosing the problem, so if I need to provide buffer settings, etc. please let me know. I checked the reflector archives and a similar question was posted once before, but I couldn't find a description of a solution. Thanks as always, Sam W2SNX ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000
Shucks, I hoped the going price for an sdr1k was gonna be $12k, I might even sell mine for THAT!!! Jim - W4YXU - Original Message - From: Jerry Harley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: FlexRadio FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:47 AM Subject: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000 The SDR-1000™ from FlexRadio Systems is the hardware component of a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver interface to a Windows Personal Computer. It was purchased April 2006 and still has 8 months on the warranty. The covers have never been of the unit It provides everything needed to convert a PC into a high performance, 11KHz-65MHz general coverage receiver with 160M-6M (2M optional) Amateur Radio band transmit capability. The SDR-1000™ delivers 100W PEP on the 160-10m (50W 60m)HF bands and 0.5W on 6 metres. (This package includes the SDR-100W PA linear stage. I am suppling with this SDR-1000 the Delta 44 sound card, and breakout box and all the cables to hook it up. I am also suppling the parallel cable to connect the SDR-1000 to the PC. Package price $1200. The reason I'm selling is because I have a 5000 on order. The FlexRadio SDR-1000™ is also the first open source software, amateur radio transceiver to incorporate the scalable DSP performance of a personal computer (PC) and sound card to perform all modulation, demodulation, and control functions of the radio. The general purpose PC architecture now vastly outperforms even the best proprietary DSP chips, with cost/performance constantly improving. In addition, the professional audio market is driving significant improvements in sound card technology. The SDR-1000™ takes advantage of these trends to provide upgradeable hardware and software performance…the TT3O IMD . The SDR-1000™ incorporates a novel Quadrature Sampling Detector (QSD) to provide high dynamic range with minimal components. An Analog Devices AD9854 quadrature DDS and 200MHz 1ps jitter clock oscillator provides continuous coverage with very low phase noise. The combination of the QSD and DSP digital signal processing produces a transceiver that has superior performance over conventional radios and easily upgraded with new software features provided at no additional cost. Receiver dynamic range and selectivity are in the top performance class of all amateur radio transceivers. *SDR 1000 TRANSCEIVER SPECIFICATIONS* All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and Options SDR-1000 Available NOW Industry leading 2 KHz spacing, two-tone, third-order dynamic range performance (IMD DR3 @ 14 MHz) 99 dB[1] Preamp Med Top performing 2 KHz spacing third-order intercept point (IP3 @ 14 MHz) +26 dBm[1] Preamp Med Receiver frequency range (MHz) [optimized for amateur bands] 1.8 – 60 MHz Transmitter frequency range (MHz) 160-6m Amateur Bands Operating modes USB, LSB, DSB, CWL, CWU, AM, SAM, DRM, DIGIU, DIGIL FM (narrow) RF power output 100W 160-10m 0.5W 6m Frequency stability [after warm up] No data DDS clock frequency 200 MHz Control interface USB or Parallel TX/RX antenna connections (connector type) (1) BNC RX only antenna connections (connector type) N/A Transmitter 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 2 antenna routing options N/A Physical dimensions (inches) 10.00 W 4.50 H 9.50 D Physical dimensions (cm) 24.1 cm W 11.4 cm H 25.4 cm D Open Source PowerSDR™ DSP/User Interface software compatible 192 KHz wide, low-latency Panadapter spectrum display Narrow band, real-time spectrum analyzer Point and click snap tuning of signals on spectrum display Balanced unbalanced microphone inputs One year warranty External PTT controls High volume, internally mounted, quiet cooling fan Audio line-in line-out (RCA jacks) Three (3) RCA keying outputs DB-15 Connector QSK operation Semi QSK Only External frequency reference input Optional Internal 2 meter transverter Optional *POWER SDR SOFTWARE* The software functionality is provided via free download of the Power SDR software (from the Flex Radio web site). The PowerSDR™control software provides 100% of the signal processing and control for the SDR-1000™. A free download makes available the latest new features and performance improvements which are updated on almost a weekly basis. GPL open source licensing allows many users to contribute to the radio’s enhancement. On the other hand, NO software programming knowledge is required to operate and enjoy the radio. Some of the features of PowerSDR™ · Real-time Panadapter and Waterfall Spectrum Displays of the passband · User defined On the Fly drag and set Filter Setting · Brick wall filters down to 25 Hz with no ringing · Zero beat click tuning of signals in the Panadapter · Advanced digital AGC performed after the filter · DSP Noise Reduction, Noise
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Sam, How are you interfacing PowerSDR to the sound card program? If it is VAC, you might be seeing audio buffering problems that can cause the behavior you are seeing. Based on the way you have MixW configured, you can easily see (and hear) this behavior. -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Samuel Cartinhour Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 6:33 AM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31 Hi, I've been trying to set up my SDR-1000 for PSK31 operation using MixW 2.18 and sometimes DigiPan. I am at v1.10.1 of PowerSDR. I had my first QSO last night (MixW) and received a good report on my signal. However, I've noticed the following: when I transmit an idle signal into a dummy load using either program, the forward power reported by PowerSDR fluctuates between 0 and 25 watts. I also read power fluctuations on my antenna tuner's meter. Is this normal for PSK31? Or is it diagnostic of a setup problem? If I key PowerSDR directly by clicking TUN, there is no fluctuation. The forward power reads 8 watts steady. Some additional details: The sound card is an FA66. PowerSDR is set to DIGU. TX GAIN is at -8. Following a suggestion I saw on the reflector, the drive is set to 100 and the TX GAIN was adjusted until forward power was around 25 watts (although this was difficult due to the fluctuating reading as noted above). During transmission of an idle signal, the ALC reading ranges from -8 to -12 dBm. The CPU% varies between 10 and 20% whether or not I'm transmitting. I am not sure what additional information would be helpful in diagnosing the problem, so if I need to provide buffer settings, etc. please let me know. I checked the reflector archives and a similar question was posted once before, but I couldn't find a description of a solution. Thanks as always, Sam W2SNX ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000
Me too! LOL -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim McLester Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:33 AM To: Jerry Harley; FlexRadio Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000 Shucks, I hoped the going price for an sdr1k was gonna be $12k, I might even sell mine for THAT!!! Jim - W4YXU - Original Message - From: Jerry Harley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: FlexRadio FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:47 AM Subject: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000 The SDR-1000(tm) from FlexRadio Systems is the hardware component of a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver interface to a Windows Personal Computer. It was purchased April 2006 and still has 8 months on the warranty. The covers have never been of the unit It provides everything needed to convert a PC into a high performance, 11KHz-65MHz general coverage receiver with 160M-6M (2M optional) Amateur Radio band transmit capability. The SDR-1000(tm) delivers 100W PEP on the 160-10m (50W 60m)HF bands and 0.5W on 6 metres. (This package includes the SDR-100W PA linear stage. I am suppling with this SDR-1000 the Delta 44 sound card, and breakout box and all the cables to hook it up. I am also suppling the parallel cable to connect the SDR-1000 to the PC. Package price $1200. The reason I'm selling is because I have a 5000 on order. The FlexRadio SDR-1000(tm) is also the first open source software, amateur radio transceiver to incorporate the scalable DSP performance of a personal computer (PC) and sound card to perform all modulation, demodulation, and control functions of the radio. The general purpose PC architecture now vastly outperforms even the best proprietary DSP chips, with cost/performance constantly improving. In addition, the professional audio market is driving significant improvements in sound card technology. The SDR-1000(tm) takes advantage of these trends to provide upgradeable hardware and software performance...the TT3O IMD . The SDR-1000(tm) incorporates a novel Quadrature Sampling Detector (QSD) to provide high dynamic range with minimal components. An Analog Devices AD9854 quadrature DDS and 200MHz 1ps jitter clock oscillator provides continuous coverage with very low phase noise. The combination of the QSD and DSP digital signal processing produces a transceiver that has superior performance over conventional radios and easily upgraded with new software features provided at no additional cost. Receiver dynamic range and selectivity are in the top performance class of all amateur radio transceivers. *SDR 1000 TRANSCEIVER SPECIFICATIONS* All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and Options SDR-1000 Available NOW Industry leading 2 KHz spacing, two-tone, third-order dynamic range performance (IMD DR3 @ 14 MHz) 99 dB[1] Preamp Med Top performing 2 KHz spacing third-order intercept point (IP3 @ 14 MHz) +26 dBm[1] Preamp Med Receiver frequency range (MHz) [optimized for amateur bands] 1.8 - 60 MHz Transmitter frequency range (MHz) 160-6m Amateur Bands Operating modes USB, LSB, DSB, CWL, CWU, AM, SAM, DRM, DIGIU, DIGIL FM (narrow) RF power output 100W 160-10m 0.5W 6m Frequency stability [after warm up] No data DDS clock frequency 200 MHz Control interface USB or Parallel TX/RX antenna connections (connector type) (1) BNC RX only antenna connections (connector type) N/A Transmitter 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 2 antenna routing options N/A Physical dimensions (inches) 10.00 W 4.50 H 9.50 D Physical dimensions (cm) 24.1 cm W 11.4 cm H 25.4 cm D Open Source PowerSDR(tm) DSP/User Interface software compatible 192 KHz wide, low-latency Panadapter spectrum display Narrow band, real-time spectrum analyzer Point and click snap tuning of signals on spectrum display Balanced unbalanced microphone inputs One year warranty External PTT controls High volume, internally mounted, quiet cooling fan Audio line-in line-out (RCA jacks) Three (3) RCA keying outputs DB-15 Connector QSK operation Semi QSK Only External frequency reference input Optional Internal 2 meter transverter Optional *POWER SDR SOFTWARE* The software functionality is provided via free download of the Power SDR software (from the Flex Radio web site). The PowerSDR(tm)control software provides 100% of the signal processing and control for the SDR-1000(tm). A free download makes available the latest new features and performance improvements which are updated on almost a weekly basis. GPL open source licensing allows many users to contribute to the radio's enhancement. On the other hand, NO software programming knowledge is required to operate and enjoy the radio. Some of the features of PowerSDR(tm) * Real-time Panadapter and
Re: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000
Ah Phooey! I was gonna sell mine and order another Flex-5000A or two! Jim, W4ATK - Original Message - From: Jerry Harley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: FlexRadio FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:47 AM Subject: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000 The SDR-1000(tm) from FlexRadio Systems is the hardware component of a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver interface to a Windows Personal Computer. It was purchased April 2006 and still has 8 months on the warranty. The covers have never been of the unit It provides everything needed to convert a PC into a high performance, 11KHz-65MHz general coverage receiver with 160M-6M (2M optional) Amateur Radio band transmit capability. The SDR-1000(tm) delivers 100W PEP on the 160-10m (50W 60m)HF bands and 0.5W on 6 metres. (This package includes the SDR-100W PA linear stage. I am suppling with this SDR-1000 the Delta 44 sound card, and breakout box and all the cables to hook it up. I am also suppling the parallel cable to connect the SDR-1000 to the PC. Package price $1200. The reason I'm selling is because I have a 5000 on order. The FlexRadio SDR-1000(tm) is also the first open source software, amateur radio transceiver to incorporate the scalable DSP performance of a personal computer (PC) and sound card to perform all modulation, demodulation, and control functions of the radio. The general purpose PC architecture now vastly outperforms even the best proprietary DSP chips, with cost/performance constantly improving. In addition, the professional audio market is driving significant improvements in sound card technology. The SDR-1000(tm) takes advantage of these trends to provide upgradeable hardware and software performance...the TT3O IMD . The SDR-1000(tm) incorporates a novel Quadrature Sampling Detector (QSD) to provide high dynamic range with minimal components. An Analog Devices AD9854 quadrature DDS and 200MHz 1ps jitter clock oscillator provides continuous coverage with very low phase noise. The combination of the QSD and DSP digital signal processing produces a transceiver that has superior performance over conventional radios and easily upgraded with new software features provided at no additional cost. Receiver dynamic range and selectivity are in the top performance class of all amateur radio transceivers. *SDR 1000 TRANSCEIVER SPECIFICATIONS* All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and Options SDR-1000 Available NOW Industry leading 2 KHz spacing, two-tone, third-order dynamic range performance (IMD DR3 @ 14 MHz) 99 dB[1] Preamp Med Top performing 2 KHz spacing third-order intercept point (IP3 @ 14 MHz) +26 dBm[1] Preamp Med Receiver frequency range (MHz) [optimized for amateur bands] 1.8 - 60 MHz Transmitter frequency range (MHz) 160-6m Amateur Bands Operating modes USB, LSB, DSB, CWL, CWU, AM, SAM, DRM, DIGIU, DIGIL FM (narrow) RF power output 100W 160-10m 0.5W 6m Frequency stability [after warm up] No data DDS clock frequency 200 MHz Control interface USB or Parallel TX/RX antenna connections (connector type) (1) BNC RX only antenna connections (connector type) N/A Transmitter 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 1 antenna routing options BNC Receiver 2 antenna routing options N/A Physical dimensions (inches) 10.00 W 4.50 H 9.50 D Physical dimensions (cm) 24.1 cm W 11.4 cm H 25.4 cm D Open Source PowerSDR(tm) DSP/User Interface software compatible 192 KHz wide, low-latency Panadapter spectrum display Narrow band, real-time spectrum analyzer Point and click snap tuning of signals on spectrum display Balanced unbalanced microphone inputs One year warranty External PTT controls High volume, internally mounted, quiet cooling fan Audio line-in line-out (RCA jacks) Three (3) RCA keying outputs DB-15 Connector QSK operation Semi QSK Only External frequency reference input Optional Internal 2 meter transverter Optional *POWER SDR SOFTWARE* The software functionality is provided via free download of the Power SDR software (from the Flex Radio web site). The PowerSDR(tm)control software provides 100% of the signal processing and control for the SDR-1000(tm). A free download makes available the latest new features and performance improvements which are updated on almost a weekly basis. GPL open source licensing allows many users to contribute to the radio's enhancement. On the other hand, NO software programming knowledge is required to operate and enjoy the radio. Some of the features of PowerSDR(tm) * Real-time Panadapter and Waterfall Spectrum Displays of the passband * User defined On the Fly drag and set Filter Setting * Brick wall filters down to 25 Hz with no ringing * Zero beat click tuning of signals in the Panadapter * Advanced digital AGC performed after the filter * DSP Noise Reduction, Noise
Re: [Flexradio] AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail
That looks like it would run fine. We have gathered a bit more experience using the FLEX-5000 with a variety of computer speeds lately and I have concluded that in order to run 192kHz without interruptions (pops, glitches, burps, etc), it is necessary to have dual core computer. There are some exceptions to this rule on the high end of the single core hypertheaded CPUs (P4 3.4GHz), but our general rule from experience is that dual cores are the way to go. Having said that, 96kHz works on much lesser machines. We have a Celeron 2.4GHz Dell Optiplex that hums along just fine with a fairly low CPU% (teens and 20s) at 96kHz. Eric Wachsmann FlexRadio Systems -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] radio.biz] On Behalf Of KQ8RP Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 6:32 AM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail MessageI see Newegg has this dual core, Asus mobo and case on sale for around $200 total. Would this run a 5K ok? Comments appreciated, thanks KQ8RP Scott AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail Enabling dual core desktop computing and featuring two cores each operating at 2.4GHz with a 512KB (1MB in total) L2 Cache, the Dual-Core AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+ Socket AM2 processor can perform calculations on two streams of data to increase efficiency and speed while running multiple programs and the new generation of multi-threaded software. A new 65w thermal power design saves more power than ever before and generates less heat. The new Socket AM2 from AMD is designed to enable next-generation platform innovations such as AMD Virtualization and high-performance, unbuffered DDR2 memory (supporting up to DDR2 800) to the award-winning AMD64 architecture. Other advanced features include support for 3DNow! Professional technology and SSE3 to accelerate multimedia applications and enable stellar performance when working with games, audio, video and photography software. This adept processor is designed for people who want to stay at the forefront of technology and for those who depend on their PCs to keep them connected, informed, and entertained. Mobo and Case ASUS V2-M2V890 AMD Socket AM2 AMD Athlon X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 VIA K8M890 2 x 240Pin VIA Chrome9 Barebone - Retail Model Brand ASUS Model V2-M2V890 CPU Supported CPU Type AMD Athlon X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 CPU Socket AMD Socket AM2 FSB 1000MHz HyperTransport Chipset North Bridge VIA K8M890 South Bridge VT8237A Memory Supported Memory slot 2 x 240Pin Memory Type Supported DDR2 533/667 Max Memory Supported 2GB Expansion Slots AGP None PCI Express 1 x PCI Express x16 + 1 x PCI Express x1 PCI 2 Storage IDE ATA 2 x ATA 100 Serial ATA 2 x SATA 150 Graphics Onboard Video VIA Chrome9 Video Memory Shared Audio Onboard Audio Realtek ALC880 Channel 8-CH Communications First LAN 10/100/1000 LAN Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps Extension Bays 3.5 Internal bays 1 3.5 External bays 2 5.25 External bays 2 Front Panel Ports Front USB 2 Front Audio Ports 2 jacks Back Panel Ports PS/2 2 COM 1 LPT 1 VGA 1 x D-Sub Rear USB 4 RJ45 1 Rear Audio Ports 6 jacks Power Supply Power Supply 250 W (PFC) Physical SPEC Dimensions 15.0 x 14.0 x 6.7 Packaging Package Contents V2-M2V890 Driver Disk User Manual Software Disk SATA Cable Power Cord -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mail.flex-radio.biz/pipermail/flexradio_flex- radio.biz/attachments/20070822/c9dd6b25/attachment.html ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] repeating question
Not TUN. I believe X2 pin 11 will key the radio, but it will not put out a tone (unless, of course you are in FMN, AM, or SAM mode). Eric Wachsmann FlexRadio Systems -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] radio.biz] On Behalf Of FireBrick Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 6:37 AM To: FlexRadio List Subject: [Flexradio] repeating question I asked before but either didn't get a reply or missed. My Quadra amp has a 'Set' feature. By clicking the 'Set' button, it will activate a PTT and if the Rig transmits will recognize what band/antenna setting it should choose. I can activate the PTT manually via the x2 ptt pins, but is it possible to also tell the SDR to transmit, as if I enabled the 'Tun' button? pse and tu - Timing has an awful lot to do with the outcome of a rain dance. - Bill H. in Chicagoland webcams at http://76.16.160.118:8080/ weather at http://hhweather.webhop.org ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail
At our beach house, I was using a single core AMD 3800 with a gig of memory and 96Khz/512 buffer size ran a cool 30% cpu. I did follow the excellent advice in the knowledgebase though on optimizing WinXP (sorry for the oxymoronic term). Neal On 8/22/07, Eric Wachsmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That looks like it would run fine. We have gathered a bit more experience using the FLEX-5000 with a variety of computer speeds lately and I have concluded that in order to run 192kHz without interruptions (pops, glitches, burps, etc), it is necessary to have dual core computer. There are some exceptions to this rule on the high end of the single core hypertheaded CPUs (P4 3.4GHz), but our general rule from experience is that dual cores are the way to go. Having said that, 96kHz works on much lesser machines. We have a Celeron 2.4GHz Dell Optiplex that hums along just fine with a fairly low CPU% (teens and 20s) at 96kHz. Eric Wachsmann FlexRadio Systems -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] radio.biz] On Behalf Of KQ8RP Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 6:32 AM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail MessageI see Newegg has this dual core, Asus mobo and case on sale for around $200 total. Would this run a 5K ok? Comments appreciated, thanks KQ8RP Scott AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+(65W) Windsor 2.4GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 Processor - Retail Enabling dual core desktop computing and featuring two cores each operating at 2.4GHz with a 512KB (1MB in total) L2 Cache, the Dual-Core AMD Athlon 64 X2 4600+ Socket AM2 processor can perform calculations on two streams of data to increase efficiency and speed while running multiple programs and the new generation of multi-threaded software. A new 65w thermal power design saves more power than ever before and generates less heat. The new Socket AM2 from AMD is designed to enable next-generation platform innovations such as AMD Virtualization and high-performance, unbuffered DDR2 memory (supporting up to DDR2 800) to the award-winning AMD64 architecture. Other advanced features include support for 3DNow! Professional technology and SSE3 to accelerate multimedia applications and enable stellar performance when working with games, audio, video and photography software. This adept processor is designed for people who want to stay at the forefront of technology and for those who depend on their PCs to keep them connected, informed, and entertained. Mobo and Case ASUS V2-M2V890 AMD Socket AM2 AMD Athlon X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 VIA K8M890 2 x 240Pin VIA Chrome9 Barebone - Retail Model Brand ASUS Model V2-M2V890 CPU Supported CPU Type AMD Athlon X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 CPU Socket AMD Socket AM2 FSB 1000MHz HyperTransport Chipset North Bridge VIA K8M890 South Bridge VT8237A Memory Supported Memory slot 2 x 240Pin Memory Type Supported DDR2 533/667 Max Memory Supported 2GB Expansion Slots AGP None PCI Express 1 x PCI Express x16 + 1 x PCI Express x1 PCI 2 Storage IDE ATA 2 x ATA 100 Serial ATA 2 x SATA 150 Graphics Onboard Video VIA Chrome9 Video Memory Shared Audio Onboard Audio Realtek ALC880 Channel 8-CH Communications First LAN 10/100/1000 LAN Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps Extension Bays 3.5 Internal bays 1 3.5 External bays 2 5.25 External bays 2 Front Panel Ports Front USB 2 Front Audio Ports 2 jacks Back Panel Ports PS/2 2 COM 1 LPT 1 VGA 1 x D-Sub Rear USB 4 RJ45 1 Rear Audio Ports 6 jacks Power Supply Power Supply 250 W (PFC) Physical SPEC Dimensions 15.0 x 14.0 x 6.7 Packaging Package Contents V2-M2V890 Driver Disk User Manual Software Disk SATA Cable Power Cord -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mail.flex-radio.biz/pipermail/flexradio_flex- radio.biz/attachments/20070822/c9dd6b25/attachment.html ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http
[Flexradio] Faros/Rocky/sdr-1000/fa-66 ...
Notes on using Faros 1.2 with sdr-1000 and fa-66 audio. You can use Faros 1.2 with your sdr-1000 if you are using the Edirol fa-66 sound device. First set the fa-66 and sdr-1000 up for 96000 Hz sample rate. Go to 14.100 CWU with CW Pitch set to 600 Hz. Turn off SR (Spur Reduction). Also make sure that the DDS IF is set to the default 9000 Hz. I am using the Beta 1.9.1 release although I'm certain this would work with newer SVN's. My setting for Audio:Sound Card:Buffer Size was 1024 and DSP:Options:Buffer Size was 2048 for these tests. Bring up Faros 1.2 and make sure it is paused. Go to Settings:Audio and select EDIROL FA-66 In 2 as the Audio input device. Set the samplling rate to 96 kHz and select I/Q (Right/Left channels). Set the CW Pitch to 600 and the Audio IF to 9600 (not 96000). Start Faros and it should all come up running. For a warm feeling that you have it correctly set, tune the sdr-1000 to WWV and make sure that the carrier is centered on the Faros waterfall display. Then tune back to 14.100 for the NCDXF beacons. You can also set Faros 1.2 up to drive the CAT of the sdr-1000 to have it automatically switch beacon frequencies. Use the ts-2000 setting on both the sdr-1000 and Faros. The virtual serial port, VCom, works fine here. The neat thing about this is that it needs no wires or VAC. Faros 1.2 does not do well with VAC due to some kind of problem in VAC. With the above setup, the delay correction in Faros is only about 20 ms to bring the short path hits in a nice grouping. Using VAC the delay was considerable and the timing was very messed up. Rocky 3.32 can also be used in a similar fashion with the sdr-1000 being used as a fixed frequency setup and Rocky doing the tuning. Since this setup is so simple, it would be really great if Rocky and PowerSDR could exchange information via some, as yet undefined, link. With the same sdr-1000 settings as above, tune the sdr-1000 to the 'rock' frequency that you want. In Faros Settings:Audio select EDIROL FA-66 In 2 again at 96 kHz and select Left/Right = Q/I. Then in Settings:DSP select Single Band and your 'rock' frequency - 9600. For the 14.100 MHz setting on the sdr-1000, set Rocky's Local Oscillator to 14090400 Hz. Set the CW pitch to 600 and Upper for the CW Sideband. You can now use the beautiful Rocky displays to tune around the fixed sdr-1000 frequency. I hope I didn't miss any details; there are a lot of settings. Enjoy! Richard W5SXD -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mail.flex-radio.biz/pipermail/flexradio_flex-radio.biz/attachments/20070822/82b21e57/attachment.html ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000
Sowhy not all of us just advertize our SDR1K's for $12K. If we tell them, that's what they are worth Or do you think the FTC will come after us for Price Fixing and collusion? LOL After all, it works for MS, BP, Detroit, and all the others. Have you bought a gallon of MILK lately? On 8/22/2007 9:39:37 AM, Tim Ellison ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) wrote: Me too! LOL -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim McLester Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:33 AM To: Jerry Harley; FlexRadio Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000 Shucks, I hoped the going price for an sdr1k was gonna be $12k, I might even sell mine for THAT!!! Jim - W4YXU - Original Message - From: Jerry Harley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: FlexRadio FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:47 AM Subject: [Flexradio] Opps - price correction on the SDR-1000 The SDR-1000(tm) from FlexRadio Systems is the hardware component of a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) transceiver interface to a Windows Personal Computer. It was purchased April 2006 and still has 8 months on the warranty. The covers have never been of the unit It provides everything needed to convert a PC into a high performance, 11KHz-65MHz general coverage receiver with 160M-6M (2M optional) Amateur Radio band transmit capability. The SDR-1000(tm) delivers 100W PEP on the 160-10m (50W 60m)HF b ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] [KB] Knowledge Base articles updated and added
At 09:46 AM 8/22/2007, FlexRadio KB Admin wrote: Based on recent questions posted on the reflector, the Knowledge Base has been updated with new information. The KB article, Q10410 - What kind of PC should I buy for the FLEX-5000A?, has recently been updated. It can be reviewed here: http://kb.flex-radio.com/article.aspx?id=10410 One piece of advice in that article I might quibble with, and that's the recommendation to get a system that's expandable.. Based on a fair amount of experience and discussion in the high performance cluster computing (Beowulf) community, I'm not sure that's a good systems approach, and here's why: You have two alternatives: #1 Buy the highest performance computer, and one that has expandability. Some time down the road, spend some money to enhance the computer to meet a future requirement. Note that: a) you will pay more (today) for the extensability b) you will pay something (in the future) for the enhancement c) you will spend some of your time doing the modifications and debugging unforseen hardware interactions. #2 Buy the computer that works for today, but with no allowance for modification. Some time down the road, you'll need to buy a new computer because the existing one won't work. a) The computer you buy today will be cheaper b) The computer you buy in a couple years will be about the same price as the one you buy today, but with more performance c) You'll spend some time moving software over, but not redoing the hardware. So it comes down to how much the modification parts and labor value is associated with #1, complicated by the fact that you will be modifying a computer for which all the other components are already several years old, and that much closer to the end of their life. In alternative 2, you'll be installing into a nice new clean machine, most likely with a bigger faster disk, faster processor, and more faster RAM than the modified machine #1 would be. Figure that the motherboard and infrastructure in the computer you buy today are designed to optimize value for a particular nominal configuration (disk size, RAM size/speed, and processor). You might be able to drop in a faster CPU, but it will be limited by the RAM (which was selected to match the previous CPU) and the various bus controllers (North and South Bridges, etc.). If you replace the RAM too, then you have to worry about the board's clocking and various bus controllers. There's also things like power management features and thermal control that one will have to deal with in a modification. Unless you're planning on doing the upgrade in the first few months, it's likely that several years down, you might not even be able to get compatible upgrade parts (e.g. CPU socket styles keep changing). If you take a 3 year life cycle (which is probably short for a ham, but typical in business), and look at the CPU/memory/infrastructure requirements of PowerSDR over that time, you'd find that no matter how expandable the computer was that you bought 3 years ago, it probably wouldn't work for today's PowerSDR. As recently as 2004, here were the stated PC requirements for SDR-Console: CPU- 800MHz RAM- 256MB required, 512MB pref 16 bit sound card One could buy a computer that would do this stuff for around $500 (exclusive of monitor) without working too hard, and it might have a 20 or 40GB drive. At that time, a hot stuff PC would have been a 2.8GHz P4, and 768MB of RAM, and it would have had a USB1.1 interface, and some PCI slots, and would have set you back, say, $3000, and you probably would have bought a big CRT monitor. Whether it would support today's F5K is sort of dicey.. would it support full speed FireWire? So here we are today, 3 years later, and one can buy, for $350, a PC with a 3.6GHz AMD, 1GB ram, 160GB hard drive, etc., but no monitor And that's a box stock unit from Dell, not some swap meet scrounging and spending a few hours assembling it. For $500, you could get the Dual Core, the LCD monitor, 1G ram, etc. So, maybe the better systems approach is to plan spend $500 every year, getting whatever is at that pricepoint, and which will run the current version of PowerSDR. Over the 3 years, you'd spend $1500, and still wind up with a computer that is more powerful than the $3000 beast you bought back in 2004. Fundamentally, modern inexpensive consumer PCs are not designed for modification. They are an appliance (you don't upgrade the heating element in your toaster, do you?). The wear-out and age factors ARE important. Consumer gear is definitely designed for a certain life, and for cost containment, they don't invest anything extra in improving life. In a well engineered system, all the components tend to fail together. Some of these assumptions aren't valid if: a) you're buying surplus or find a really good deal - a perfectly valid strategy for a one-off application.. not valid for a cluster computer with 1000
[Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
I note the following comment in the KB article: You definitely want to get a multi-core (AMD or Intel) or a Pentium D processor since future versions of PowerSDR will be taking advantage of the technology. Leaving aside the fact that today dual core processors aren't hugely expensive (in fact, one of the cheapest computers Dell sells is a dual core), so the whole issue might be moot. However, if one is going to buy for the future, it would be nice to know when that future will arrive. If the future version of PowerSDR that takes advantage of the processor doesn't arrive until, say, 2009, maybe you'd be better off saving your pennies and spending them on some other piece of ham gear (that second receiver option?). One might also want to know how that taking advantage will work, so that one could know what other enabling conditions (if any) that would be required (e.g. a particular OS or version, etc.). Maybe limping along with your existing computer, and waiting a year to upgrade the computer, might be a better strategy. Jim, W6RMK ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
You definitely want to get a multi-core (AMD or Intel) or a Pentium D processor since future versions of PowerSDR will be taking advantage of the technology. Leaving aside the fact that today dual core processors aren't hugely expensive (in fact, one of the cheapest computers Dell sells is a dual core), so the whole issue might be moot. Maybe a statement that In the Flex 5000C the computer spec is:. CPU RAM VIDEO HD FIREWIRE will further give us an idea of what is really needed for the future, especially if one is going to dedicate a computer to the radio, since one assumes that the 5000C will work with whatever is planned for future versions of PowerSDR... 73, Lyle KK7P ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
I just upgraded my computer to a Q6600 configuration. The Q6600 (quad core) is only abt 70 bucks more than the E6600 (dual core). I honestly think any modern CPU (Athlon 3800 or greater, Pentium 3gHz, any dual core) will pass muster. I think video cards are also a moot point, other than avoiding embedded video cards. For my money, I think system tuning is the first prerequisite and then memory. I would say 2gb of dual channel memory is a good starting point. Should we create a configurator (like the wonderful Vista compatibility program that BS, er MS offers) that gives an opinion? Neal On 8/22/07, Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You definitely want to get a multi-core (AMD or Intel) or a Pentium D processor since future versions of PowerSDR will be taking advantage of the technology. Leaving aside the fact that today dual core processors aren't hugely expensive (in fact, one of the cheapest computers Dell sells is a dual core), so the whole issue might be moot. Maybe a statement that In the Flex 5000C the computer spec is:. CPU RAM VIDEO HD FIREWIRE will further give us an idea of what is really needed for the future, especially if one is going to dedicate a computer to the radio, since one assumes that the 5000C will work with whatever is planned for future versions of PowerSDR... 73, Lyle KK7P ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Hi, I've been trying to set up my SDR-1000 for PSK31 operation using MixW 2.18 and sometimes DigiPan. I am at v1.10.1 of PowerSDR. I had my first QSO last night (MixW) and received a good report on my signal. However, I've noticed the following: when I transmit an idle signal into a dummy load using either program, the forward power reported by PowerSDR fluctuates between 0 and 25 watts. I also read power fluctuations on my antenna tuner's meter. Is this normal for PSK31? Or is it diagnostic of a setup problem? If I key PowerSDR directly by clicking TUN, there is no fluctuation. The forward power reads 8 watts steady. Some additional details: The sound card is an FA66. PowerSDR is set to DIGU. TX GAIN is at -8. Following a suggestion I saw on the reflector, the drive is set to 100 and the TX GAIN was adjusted until forward power was around 25 watts (although this was difficult due to the fluctuating reading as noted above). During transmission of an idle signal, the ALC reading ranges from -8 to -12 dBm. The CPU% varies between 10 and 20% whether or not I'm transmitting. I am not sure what additional information would be helpful in diagnosing the problem, so if I need to provide buffer settings, etc. please let me know. I checked the reflector archives and a similar question was posted once before, but I couldn't find a description of a solution. Thanks as always, Sam W2SNX I don't know about an idle signal, but I have always noticed power fluxuations on PSK31 using MixW and the SDR 1000. It has not (to my knowledge) been an issue in terms of transmitting and receiving signals. I have used two versions of MixW now and it has been that way on both versions. Maybe it has something to do with the way the signal is generated for PSK31 (where the mark is done by a switch of tones??), but anyway, unlike RTTY, it is not a steady power level and hasn't been, at least not at my QTH. I did not realise this could be a problem -- but at least I've been getting out reasonably well, fluxuations notwithstanding. Larry Wo0Z PS, I've run ham radio deluxe, too, a bit, but I can't remember whether this happens with it as well. ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
Hello Folks, I have been looking forward to 1.10.1 for some time. I don't use beta versions, only official releases. I downloaded and installed 1.10.1 and imported the database from 1.8.0. When I turn on PowerSDR 1.10.1 it looked as if the rig was in transmit with HIGH SWR light on and 578 watts. I shut it down right away. I checked through all settings on the setup menus of both 1.8.0 and 1.10.1 and they are the same. 1.8.0 works fine but 1.10.1 now dose nothing. The receiver pumps from a high noise floor to a higher straight line and back, no sound. It looks like I was able to calibrate the PA. I get no warnings. SDR 1000 100 watt tuner Delta 44 Dell Optiplex Windows XP Pro Pentium 4-3GHz, 1GB Ram PCI epp/ecp parallel card (port settings are correct) no USB adapter no VAC I can be available for Log Me In remote assistance. Any advice? Normally a new version might need some tweaking but this doesn't seem normal. Thanks in advance. Mike Monnier W8BAC ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
Mike, It is always best to use a NEW database with a new version of PowerSDR rather than doing an import of an older one. Try this first, recalibrate and see if your problems go away. -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Monnier Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:04 PM To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Hello Folks, I have been looking forward to 1.10.1 for some time. I don't use beta versions, only official releases. I downloaded and installed 1.10.1 and imported the database from 1.8.0. When I turn on PowerSDR 1.10.1 it looked as if the rig was in transmit with HIGH SWR light on and 578 watts. I shut it down right away. I checked through all settings on the setup menus of both 1.8.0 and 1.10.1 and they are the same. 1.8.0 works fine but 1.10.1 now dose nothing. The receiver pumps from a high noise floor to a higher straight line and back, no sound. It looks like I was able to calibrate the PA. I get no warnings. SDR 1000 100 watt tuner Delta 44 Dell Optiplex Windows XP Pro Pentium 4-3GHz, 1GB Ram PCI epp/ecp parallel card (port settings are correct) no USB adapter no VAC I can be available for Log Me In remote assistance. Any advice? Normally a new version might need some tweaking but this doesn't seem normal. Thanks in advance. Mike Monnier W8BAC ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
Try renaming your database (the file that is a .mdb) and create a new one without importing. You will need to recalibrate. Mike - AA8K Mike Monnier wrote: Hello Folks, I have been looking forward to 1.10.1 for some time. I don't use beta versions, only official releases. I downloaded and installed 1.10.1 and imported the database from 1.8.0. When I turn on PowerSDR 1.10.1 it looked as if the rig was in transmit with HIGH SWR light on and 578 watts. I shut it down right away. I checked through all settings on the setup menus of both 1.8.0 and 1.10.1 and they are the same. 1.8.0 works fine but 1.10.1 now dose nothing. The receiver pumps from a high noise floor to a higher straight line and back, no sound. It looks like I was able to calibrate the PA. I get no warnings. SDR 1000 100 watt tuner Delta 44 Dell Optiplex Windows XP Pro Pentium 4-3GHz, 1GB Ram PCI epp/ecp parallel card (port settings are correct) no USB adapter no VAC I can be available for Log Me In remote assistance. Any advice? Normally a new version might need some tweaking but this doesn't seem normal. Thanks in advance. Mike Monnier W8BAC ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
Hi Tim, Mel and Mike, Thanks for the fast response. I simply deleted the database in 1.10.1 and went through the wizard setup. So far so good. I cannot calibrate since power needs to be applied. When standby is pushed the rig key's, High VSWR and high output power. Could it be the new software won't allow communications from/to LPT address de98? Mike - Original Message - From: Tim Ellison [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mike Monnier [EMAIL PROTECTED]; FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:19 PM Subject: RE: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Mike, It is always best to use a NEW database with a new version of PowerSDR rather than doing an import of an older one. Try this first, recalibrate and see if your problems go away. -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Monnier Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:04 PM To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Hello Folks, I have been looking forward to 1.10.1 for some time. I don't use beta versions, only official releases. I downloaded and installed 1.10.1 and imported the database from 1.8.0. When I turn on PowerSDR 1.10.1 it looked as if the rig was in transmit with HIGH SWR light on and 578 watts. I shut it down right away. I checked through all settings on the setup menus of both 1.8.0 and 1.10.1 and they are the same. 1.8.0 works fine but 1.10.1 now dose nothing. The receiver pumps from a high noise floor to a higher straight line and back, no sound. It looks like I was able to calibrate the PA. I get no warnings. SDR 1000 100 watt tuner Delta 44 Dell Optiplex Windows XP Pro Pentium 4-3GHz, 1GB Ram PCI epp/ecp parallel card (port settings are correct) no USB adapter no VAC I can be available for Log Me In remote assistance. Any advice? Normally a new version might need some tweaking but this doesn't seem normal. Thanks in advance. Mike Monnier W8BAC ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
Don't we already have a program to test the competence of the CPU? Ignoring the additional load of the firewire transfers, just running PowerSDR 1.10.1 demo mode with an I/Q file should give a pretty good idea of CPU utilization at the I/Q file's speed - no? I assume the firewire transfer load is small in comparison to the DSP processing. If this is true the above should tell the newbie all he needs to know(?) If SOMEBODY AT FLEX WOULD HURRY and send my 5000 ;-), I would be glad to see how well a minimum machine works and pass it along. I have a dual-core 2.8GHz P4 here, but will try my 2.2GHz Sempron first (it has firewire already, the dual core does not). Based on what I see now with PSDR 1.10.1 on the Sempron, it may run OK. I also have an intermediate P4 machine I could test. Jerry W4UK At 02:15 PM 8/22/2007, Neal Campbell wrote: ... I honestly think any modern CPU (Athlon 3800 or greater, Pentium 3gHz, any dual core) will pass muster Should we create a configurator (like the wonderful Vista compatibility program that BS, er MS offers) that gives an opinion? Neal On 8/22/07, Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You definitely want to get a multi-core (AMD or Intel) or a Pentium D processor since future versions of PowerSDR will be taking advantage of the technology. ... 73, Lyle KK7P ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
I use a lpt. DCB8 I find that when I goof and get that SWR warning. Turn off the radio, shut down the software and restart both. I get that response if I don't remember that I turned the SDR off but start the software. On 8/22/2007 2:47:45 PM, Mike Monnier ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) wrote: Hi Tim, Mel and Mike, Thanks for the fast response. I simply deleted the database in 1.10.1 and went through the wizard setup. So far so good. I cannot calibrate since power needs to be applied. When standby is pushed the rig key's, High VSWR and high output power. Could it be the new software won't allow communications from/to LPT address de98? Mike - Original Message - From: Tim Ellison [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mike Monnier [EMAIL PROTECTED]; FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:19 PM Subject: RE: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Mike, It is always best to use a NEW database with a new version of PowerSDR rather than doing an import of an older one. Try this first, recalibrate and see if your problems go away. -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Monnier Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:04 PM To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Hello Folks, I have been looking f ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
Tim and all, It's fixed, Thanks to all that helped. I made a note in notepad to remind me next time to make a new database for all new installs. Apparently, The database transfer told the new software to communicate on de98 but that didn't happen. With the new database on 1.10.1 and the lpt address set correctly, communications are restored. Thanks Again, Mike Monnier W8BAC - Original Message - From: Tim Ellison [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mike Monnier [EMAIL PROTECTED]; FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:19 PM Subject: RE: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Mike, It is always best to use a NEW database with a new version of PowerSDR rather than doing an import of an older one. Try this first, recalibrate and see if your problems go away. -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Monnier Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:04 PM To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Hello Folks, I have been looking forward to 1.10.1 for some time. I don't use beta versions, only official releases. I downloaded and installed 1.10.1 and imported the database from 1.8.0. When I turn on PowerSDR 1.10.1 it looked as if the rig was in transmit with HIGH SWR light on and 578 watts. I shut it down right away. I checked through all settings on the setup menus of both 1.8.0 and 1.10.1 and they are the same. 1.8.0 works fine but 1.10.1 now dose nothing. The receiver pumps from a high noise floor to a higher straight line and back, no sound. It looks like I was able to calibrate the PA. I get no warnings. SDR 1000 100 watt tuner Delta 44 Dell Optiplex Windows XP Pro Pentium 4-3GHz, 1GB Ram PCI epp/ecp parallel card (port settings are correct) no USB adapter no VAC I can be available for Log Me In remote assistance. Any advice? Normally a new version might need some tweaking but this doesn't seem normal. Thanks in advance. Mike Monnier W8BAC ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
I have run the Flex-5000A with 1.91 beta and 1.10.1 software on the following PCs. HP dc7600, Pentium-D, 3.4 GHz, 1 GB RAM. HP dc7700, Core 2 Duo, 2.13 GHz, 2 GB RAM. Both worked fine, except for the sluggishness of rapidly slewing the tuning frequency. N9EWO will be testing it starting Thursday with a 1.5 GHz with 512 MB RAM. That should be interesting. I have test data on the 5000A that I can share via e-mail. I cannot post the data on my web site at this time. Overall, the lab numbers look good. I think cleaning up remaining bugs in the 1.10.x is presently the biggest issue. It was necessary to delete my database file twice, due to some kind of corruption. I have had a few crashes that required restarting PowerSDR. It was not necessary to reboot the PC. I would like to hear from others if they have had similar problems. The software automatically recreates the database, of course starting at base settings. When there are a few hundred 5000As in the field, the software will get the real test. Few software packages use multi-core effectively. I doubt the software for the 5000A is much different. I imagine a 3.0 GHz single-core would work just fine, maybe considerably slower. Probably comes down to RAM. If RAM starved, swapping to HD would likely really kill the program. Computer hardware is always ahead of software. Rob Sherwood NC0B Jerry Flanders [EMAIL PROTECTED] 8/22/2007 1:51 pm Don't we already have a program to test the competence of the CPU? Ignoring the additional load of the firewire transfers, just running PowerSDR 1.10.1 demo mode with an I/Q file should give a pretty good idea of CPU utilization at the I/Q file's speed - no? I assume the firewire transfer load is small in comparison to the DSP processing. If this is true the above should tell the newbie all he needs to know(?) If SOMEBODY AT FLEX WOULD HURRY and send my 5000 ;-), I would be glad to see how well a minimum machine works and pass it along. I have a dual-core 2.8GHz P4 here, but will try my 2.2GHz Sempron first (it has firewire already, the dual core does not). Based on what I see now with PSDR 1.10.1 on the Sempron, it may run OK. I also have an intermediate P4 machine I could test. Jerry W4UK At 02:15 PM 8/22/2007, Neal Campbell wrote: ... I honestly think any modern CPU (Athlon 3800 or greater, Pentium 3gHz, any dual core) will pass muster Should we create a configurator (like the wonderful Vista compatibility program that BS, er MS offers) that gives an opinion? Neal On 8/22/07, Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You definitely want to get a multi-core (AMD or Intel) or a Pentium D processor since future versions of PowerSDR will be taking advantage of the technology. ... 73, Lyle KK7P ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
The reason stated above is just one of many reasons the KB article indicates that specifically defining a hardware configuration, whether it be in a configurator or a recommended hardware configuration matrix is a very subjective thing to quantify. I respectfully disagree. Flex knows *exactly* what the required minimum computer configuration is to run the present and all future versions of PowerSDR for the next 5 to 7 years. Instead of being vague, they can plainly state it. Why do I make this bold assertion? Consider: the SDR-1000 was an accessory you hung on your computer to make it into a radio. It was nor unreasonable to expect you to throw away your computer -- er, upgrade it -- every three years or so. But the 5000C is a standalone radio product, *not* a PC accessory. If you buy a 5000C, you are buying a radio. Conceptually, this is no different than buying any other radio. And at almost 5 grand, you cannot be reasonably expected to throw it away in three years, nor to have to send it to the factory for new hardware to run your software defined radio. There is an implication that, since most hams expect to use a new, standalone, $5,000 radio for at least 5 to 7 years, you should reasonably expect today's 5000C to run any upgrades to PowerSDR for the next 5 to 7 years. Therefore, if you have a computer that meets the same spec as the embedded PC in the 5000C, and if you dedicate it to running your 5000A and don't bloat it with your myriad other PC applications, you can reasonably expect that computer to fully support the PowerSDR upgrades for the next 5 to 7 years. All we need is a specification of the embedded computer in the 5000C: CPU, RAM, Disk, Video, Firewire controller, OS, etc. This model radio is in production according to the website, so the embedded PC spec must be known! Why guess, or speculate? 73, Lyle KK7P ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] G3UKB new API demo filter GUI
Thank you for the kind words. It does kind of have a mind of its own now and one thing seems to follow on naturally from another. One day it might get published if there is enough interest. If I had a dedicated month I could really push it forward but it takes me about a year for a months work! Right now I'm getting pulled in the direction of turning the guts of my UI into a library of components that sits on top of the API to raise the level of UI building. Then again I want to complete jDSP and then again I want to do the porting work for Linux, Mac and then again put in support for the 5000, HPSDR. 73 de Bob On Mon, 2007-08-20 at 19:58 -0400, Joe - AB1DO wrote: I too have been following Bob's progression from time to time and I think it is absolutely spectacular what he is doing (and I only understand a fraction of it!). As far as I can see Bob is and has been continously pushing the envelope in creating a tremendously versatile and flexible software environment for SDRs. I just don't know how you find the time to do it all Bob. 73 de Joe - AB1DO - Original Message - From: Ken N9VV [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Flex-radio Reflector flexradio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Monday, August 20, 2007 19:19 Subject: [Flexradio] G3UKB new API demo filter GUI Bob G3UKB has created a little demo of how to make a simple filter selection window using the new API that he has created for his ER-Link project: http://www.g3ukb.co.uk/api.html good work Bob, de ken n9vv ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
At 01:50 PM 8/22/2007, Lyle Johnson wrote: The reason stated above is just one of many reasons the KB article indicates that specifically defining a hardware configuration, whether it be in a configurator or a recommended hardware configuration matrix is a very subjective thing to quantify. I respectfully disagree. Flex knows *exactly* what the required minimum computer configuration is to run the present and all future versions of PowerSDR for the next 5 to 7 years. Instead of being vague, they can plainly state it. Why do I make this bold assertion? Consider: the SDR-1000 was an accessory you hung on your computer to make it into a radio. It was nor unreasonable to expect you to throw away your computer -- er, upgrade it -- every three years or so. But the 5000C is a standalone radio product, *not* a PC accessory. If you buy a 5000C, you are buying a radio. Conceptually, this is no different than buying any other radio. And at almost 5 grand, you cannot be reasonably expected to throw it away in three years, nor to have to send it to the factory for new hardware to run your software defined radio. There is an implication that, since most hams expect to use a new, standalone, $5,000 radio for at least 5 to 7 years, you should reasonably expect today's 5000C to run any upgrades to PowerSDR for the next 5 to 7 years. I'm not sure that assumption is valid. It does, however, raise some interesting questions about support for the embedded PC (the same question come up when you buy a new piece of test gear like a spectrum analyzer or oscilloscope with an embedded PC).. It kind of depends on whether the 5000C (D) are sold as radio with embedded computer dedicated to radio or radio with PC that happens to be in the same box. Ferinstance.. Will Flex periodically supply a verified set of updates for the OS that are known not to interfere with PowerSDR, etc.? Or, would there be the expectation that users would run WindowsUpdate periodically.. (Good thing it's patch *tuesday*, because that would give you a couple days to shake out the problems before the contest on the weekend.) What happens if you install other software on the embedded PC? What if it breaks the radio (logically, not physically.. I assume that the firmware in the 5000A core prevents equipment damage no matter what's running on the PC).. Does Flex fix it under warranty? (For test equipment, the mfr gives you a bootable CD with a clean image, you lose whatever you've done, but at least it's back to as shipped state.) These are interesting sorts of questions that are not unique to Flex, and I can see perfectly valid ways to approach it from a variety of standpoints. The test instrument people seem to be converging on WinXPEmbedded with an update stream coming from the mfr. The updates roll together anything from MS along with the inevitable application updates. I might add that the existence of a ethernet port on such computers gives institutional IT security people fits and starts, because the equipment mfr focuses on patches and supports for the equipment function, but not necessarily for security holes. Anti Virus software is a notorious instrument killer for us at work. Lyle's comments do bring up the interesting question of whether there would be a limit to the radio that just keeps getting better.. I wouldn't expect to run the current PowerSDR on the PC that I ran SDRConsole on 4 years ago. It would be reasonable (in my mind, but perhaps not others) to have several versions of PowerSDR in the future, tied to the hardware capability. Even now, there are features of PowerSDR that do not work with my original 3board stack. If I wanted that functionality, I'd be on the hook to buy the needed hardware upgrade. It could be exactly the same for the embedded processor. Maybe, to be able to use some features of PowerSDR 3.5, you WOULD need to upgrade the processor. If it were reasonably priced, this might not be a big deal... $500 isn't a huge sum compared to the $5000 in the radio in the first place. Therefore, if you have a computer that meets the same spec as the embedded PC in the 5000C, and if you dedicate it to running your 5000A and don't bloat it with your myriad other PC applications, you can reasonably expect that computer to fully support the PowerSDR upgrades for the next 5 to 7 years. Or, more properly, to support anything that a 5000C that you bought at the same time would support. All we need is a specification of the embedded computer in the 5000C: CPU, RAM, Disk, Video, Firewire controller, OS, etc. This model radio is in production according to the website, so the embedded PC spec must be known! Why guess, or speculate? Indeed.. the website is quite vague about what that embedded PC actually is other than telling you it has a VGA output and comes with a wireless keyboard and mouse. Jim, W6RMK ___ FlexRadio
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
I'd like to thank everyone who has responded so far to my original message. I did a more thorough search through the archives and found additional postings that seem to describe the same, or a similar behavior with VAC and MixW (for example, search on pulsing). Jim (W4ATK) suggested I try sending a stream of semicolons to get a better reading on fwd power. I tried this and see a max power of around 25 watts. There are still fluctuations down to the single digits during this test. Tim Ellison asked me to try monitoring my output directly on the MixW waterfall to check for horizontal lines and listen for drop outs. When I do this, I definitely see horizontal lines that correspond to brief audio pops. There are also slightly longer dropouts during which the signal on the waterfall actually disappears (i.e., there is a thin black line across my signal). During these moments, fwd power is zero. A few other data points: I am using version 4.04 of VAC. The VAC buffer is set to 512. The VAC sample rate is 11025. I am identifying as a TS-2000. As I mentioned before, I am using an Edirol FA-66. The sound card buffer size is 1024 and the sample rate is 192000. The computer is a Dell Dimension E520. System properties shows a Dell Dimension DM061, Pentium D CPU 2.80 GHz, 1.00 GB RAM. With version 1.10.1 of PowerSDR, I rarely see CPU% go over 20%. PowerSDR is set to normal priority. Changing this setting to high has no effect on the problem. Finally, Larry (Wo0Z) has also seen this behavior with MixW but has not noticed any effect on his ability to make PSK31 contacts. If there are other tests I should run, or if I should try different settings, please let me know. I will post the results here. Sam W2SNX ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working
I thought it stated older mdb's than version 1.9 would not work. 73, Jim N9VC - Original Message - From: Mike Monnier [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 2:04 PM Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR 1.10.1 Not Working Hello Folks, I have been looking forward to 1.10.1 for some time. I don't use beta versions, only official releases. I downloaded and installed 1.10.1 and imported the database from 1.8.0. When I turn on PowerSDR 1.10.1 it looked as if the rig was in transmit with HIGH SWR light on and 578 watts. I shut it down right away. I checked through all settings on the setup menus of both 1.8.0 and 1.10.1 and they are the same. 1.8.0 works fine but 1.10.1 now dose nothing. The receiver pumps from a high noise floor to a higher straight line and back, no sound. It looks like I was able to calibrate the PA. I get no warnings. SDR 1000 100 watt tuner Delta 44 Dell Optiplex Windows XP Pro Pentium 4-3GHz, 1GB Ram PCI epp/ecp parallel card (port settings are correct) no USB adapter no VAC I can be available for Log Me In remote assistance. Any advice? Normally a new version might need some tweaking but this doesn't seem normal. Thanks in advance. Mike Monnier W8BAC ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Sam, You have half of the battle won. You identified the issue. Now for the resolution. This is what worked for me running MixW. 1.) Update VAC to 4.07. There are several fixes that help the buffer problem you are experiencing. You should be able to get this from the place you purchased VAC from originally. 2.) The KB article on how to setup VAC (along with MixW) in the KB was updated several weeks back to a configuration that is more stable. That is by setting the VAC sample rate @ 48 KHz and the MixW sample rate at something much lower, like 12 KHz. I recommend using that as a guide for configuring your system. http://kb.flex-radio.com/article.aspx?id=10218 3.) You may need to increase the VAC buffers. I use the same buffer size for both the audio and VAC buffers (in the PowerSDR setup). In my case, 1024 -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Samuel Cartinhour Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 6:38 PM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31 I'd like to thank everyone who has responded so far to my original message. I did a more thorough search through the archives and found additional postings that seem to describe the same, or a similar behavior with VAC and MixW (for example, search on pulsing). Jim (W4ATK) suggested I try sending a stream of semicolons to get a better reading on fwd power. I tried this and see a max power of around 25 watts. There are still fluctuations down to the single digits during this test. Tim Ellison asked me to try monitoring my output directly on the MixW waterfall to check for horizontal lines and listen for drop outs. When I do this, I definitely see horizontal lines that correspond to brief audio pops. There are also slightly longer dropouts during which the signal on the waterfall actually disappears (i.e., there is a thin black line across my signal). During these moments, fwd power is zero. A few other data points: I am using version 4.04 of VAC. The VAC buffer is set to 512. The VAC sample rate is 11025. I am identifying as a TS-2000. As I mentioned before, I am using an Edirol FA-66. The sound card buffer size is 1024 and the sample rate is 192000. The computer is a Dell Dimension E520. System properties shows a Dell Dimension DM061, Pentium D CPU 2.80 GHz, 1.00 GB RAM. With version 1.10.1 of PowerSDR, I rarely see CPU% go over 20%. PowerSDR is set to normal priority. Changing this setting to high has no effect on the problem. Finally, Larry (Wo0Z) has also seen this behavior with MixW but has not noticed any effect on his ability to make PSK31 contacts. If there are other tests I should run, or if I should try different settings, please let me know. I will post the results here. Sam W2SNX ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Finally, Larry (Wo0Z) has also seen this behavior with MixW but has not noticed any effect on his ability to make PSK31 contacts. Well, I have not measured it as carefully as you have (and I haven't run RTTY or PSK31 for several months now). I do notice that PSK31 has more fluxuation than RTTY, and my external power meter really jumps around to the point that I could talk myself into having identical symptoms. But, yours may well be more extreme than mine. Your report of seeing/hearing audio pops is definitely nothing I ever saw on my machine. I think I would have noticed something like that. On RTTY, it's fairly steady and on PSK, the power needle moves around, but I think I'd notice audio pops sooner or later. Certainly, whatever is going on with my machine hasn't interfered with my usage of either RTTY or PSK31. Whatever my fluxuations are, it all seems normal to me. And, no pops. Larry Wo0Z ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
Rob Sherwood wrote: Probably comes down to RAM. If RAM starved, swapping to HD would likely really kill the program. Swapping is fatal for any pseudo-realtime program. Experience with the headless version of the SDR code (just DSP, no console) shows pretty conclusively that it's the display and graphics that are the killers, not the pure radio functionality. The easiest way to prevent swapping is to prune the OS and ancillary services. The easiest way to gain CPU efficiency is to clean up the panadapter -- stop computing a 4X oversampled spectrum -- and cut down on the number of idle controls showing at all times. Computer hardware is always ahead of software. Except when the hardware is tailored to the software, like the Lisp Machines, or Crays ;-) 73 Frank AB2KT ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Power fluctuation when using PSK31
Following Tim's suggestions, I modified the VAC sample rate to 48 KHz and the MixW sample to 12 KHz. I also used the VAC settings shown in the revised KB article on how to setup the VAC software. Audio and VAC buffers (in the PowerSDR setup) are now both set to 1024. I haven't yet upgraded VAC from 4.04 to 4.07; I'll take care of that tomorrow. I see an immediate, dramatic improvement in my signal on the waterfall. I can still hear a few pops in my headphones but the horizontal lines have completely disappeared. There are no longer any black bars where power goes to zero. The idle signal is a clean pair of parallel lines. My power still varies but I'm guessing this is not a serious problem, or maybe is completely normal (?) (whereas the popping and dropouts were not). BTW, I incorrectly summarized Larry's observations in my last posting. He sees the power fluctuations but not the popping and dropouts. Sam W2SNX ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
Computer hardware is always ahead of software. Except when the hardware is tailored to the software, like the Lisp Machines, or Crays ;-) Or the Harris RTX-2000 series... Lyle KK7P ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] more on CPU speeds, etc.
Lyle Johnson wrote: Or the Harris RTX-2000 series... Good point, and it brings to mind the supreme example, the Burroughs B5000! 73 Frank AB2KT ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] Audio Streaming
Has anyone had any experience with streaming the audio of the SDR1000 over a network? I would like to have this capability, and would be interested in successful setups either using Windows or Linux based tools. Craig, KC2LFI -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mail.flex-radio.biz/pipermail/flexradio_flex-radio.biz/attachments/20070822/db27c466/attachment.html ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Audio Streaming
http://www.svenstedt.se/ip-sound/ (Winblows) others may have solutions that are multi-platform Skype might prove unsatisfactory because you have to connect to their server network with it's associated latency. de ken n9vv Craig Monsen wrote: Has anyone had any experience with streaming the audio of the SDR1000 over a network? I would like to have this capability, and would be interested in successful setups either using Windows or Linux based tools. Craig, KC2LFI ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] SVN 1467 Chopyy CW
Hi Folks, I'm having a problem with sending CW on the SDR-1000/FA-66 with SVN 1467. They paddle is attached directly to the rig. All is OK with release 1.8.0, but in 1467 when I send two dahs it will come out as dit dah. Any ideas? My setup is via the KB Howto for both versions. I can't quite puzzle this out as it seemed to work OK in another beta release. Thanks for any help! -- Chris VA7CAB ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] SVN ALL OK!
Sorry folks it was all me. I downloaded the latest 1.10.1 release (not the SVN) and it's all good. Even better than 1.8.0. PC issue I think. Sorry for the double post too (don't why that happened either!!). -- Chris VA7CAB ___ FlexRadio mailing list FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archive Link: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ FlexRadio Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ FlexRadio Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
