[Flexradio] no more BSoD's
After making that change to XP settings so I could see the error causing line prior to the 'dump', I was able to find and correct the com port incompatibility and no longer have those crashes. Thanks to all who helped with suggestions. Not sure why I never received a indication that that com port number as already assigned (although not in use). But the problem is resolved and all is well again. ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Hi all, Have three questions about mics, but first let me say I'm a cw guy thru and thru. Grew up on Telegraph Rd. Claim it permanently warped me... (Absolutely true, Telephone Rd. ran parallel to Telegraph Rd a mile South.) Still I do like to have a mic for each rig. Just haven't bothered to buy for my 1K. So here are the questions: 1. Given that the PowerSDR equalizer has a built in preamp and 10 bands of equalization, why does it make a hoot what's used for a mic? Just equalize and heat to taste... 2. About a 6 months ago a Radio Shack mic was recommended. Can anyone remember the Model Number? 3. One of the neat things about the Panadapter is you can actually see the SSB waveforms. It astounds me at the number of SSB sigs out there with huge amounts of bass boost. Is there a reason? I seem to remember that most of the intelligence in a voice signal is in the high frequency fricatives? Thanks in advance for helping out CW guy! vy 73 Rob AB7CF ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Quoting Robert Dennison [EMAIL PROTECTED], on Sun 16 Mar 2008 08:41:07 AM PDT: 1. Given that the PowerSDR equalizer has a built in preamp and 10 bands of equalization, why does it make a hoot what's used for a mic? Just equalize and heat to taste... There's some mic specialists on this list who will no doubt cringe at my oversimplifications below, but, I'll leap in: There's more to mic differences than raw frequency response (otherwise recording studios wouldn't spend kilobucks on mics). Polar sensitivity (i.e. the mic's antenna pattern) can have a huge effect on the sound one gets, partly because it changes the ratio of direct and reflected sound. There's also mechanical effects (breath noises, pops, etc.). Not the least is sensitivity.. a mic that's only sensitive from 500-1000Hz and is down 20 dB at 2kHz, isn't going to be equalizable, no matter how much gain you have. Indeed, a lot of this can be done with clever DSP. Of particular interest these days are phased array schemes that use multiple small mics that adaptively track the source of the voice to create sort of the ultimate in noise cancelling mic, without needing a boom hanging off your head. (think astronauts or divers with their head inside a helmet, or, for a more conventional application, video conferencing). However, as we used to say when building motion control stuff, no amount of closed loop control can make a wet noodle into a steel bar. jim, w6rmk ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Good microphone
Reference Message: 6 Mark: Go to NU9N website _www.nu9n.com_ (http://www.nu9n.com) John is a master at microphones for SSB and AM applications. He can tell you exaclty what to use. I use a large condensor microphone into my audio chain. I have a PR-40 on order and am trying it alongsid eof others I own. Harry W9BR Date: Sat, 15 Mar 2008 21:18:56 -0400 From: Mark Ericksen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Flexradio] Memories To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 I am anxiously awaiting the delivery of my brand spanking new Flex 5000A, and I am looking for a good microphone. I am looking at the Heil PR-40 and the Heil PR-781 I was wondering if anyone can explain what the differences between the two microphones. Is one better than the other when being used with the Flex 5000? Thanks for the help Mark Ericksen AD4MA **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolprf000301) ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] 2008/Mar/15 FRF TeamSpeak audio
The 15/Mar Flex Radio Friends TeamSpeak zipped mp3 (1 hour 42 minutes) plus a text file of channel comments is available at: http://www.hamsdr.com/dnld.aspx?id=773 or http://www.hamsdr.com/dnld.aspx Also available is the same recording, but with a 50% speech tempo increase (1 hour 8 minutes). http://www.hamsdr.com/dnld.aspx?id=772 Record time: 2.5 hours Mike - AA8K Daylight Savings Time: like the concept of making a blanket longer by cutting a piece off of one end and sewing it on to the other end. ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Hi Jim, We haven't chatted for a bit, but sounds like you're having fun.. You make good points... to summarize: paying big bucks for raw frequency response should be low on the list compared to polar sensitivity and mechanical characteristics. To which I would add style of operation (eg. headset) were I to use it intensively. Am I close? vy 73 Rob AB7CF On Sun, 16 Mar 2008 09:05:04 -0700 Jim Lux [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Quoting Robert Dennison [EMAIL PROTECTED], on Sun 16 Mar 2008 08:41:07 AM PDT: 1. Given that the PowerSDR equalizer has a built in preamp and 10 bands of equalization, why does it make a hoot what's used for a mic? Just equalize and heat to taste... There's some mic specialists on this list who will no doubt cringe at my oversimplifications below, but, I'll leap in: There's more to mic differences than raw frequency response (otherwise recording studios wouldn't spend kilobucks on mics). Polar sensitivity (i.e. the mic's antenna pattern) can have a huge effect on the sound one gets, partly because it changes the ratio of direct and reflected sound. There's also mechanical effects (breath noises, pops, etc.). Not the least is sensitivity.. a mic that's only sensitive from 500-1000Hz and is down 20 dB at 2kHz, isn't going to be equalizable, no matter how much gain you have. Indeed, a lot of this can be done with clever DSP. Of particular interest these days are phased array schemes that use multiple small mics that adaptively track the source of the voice to create sort of the ultimate in noise cancelling mic, without needing a boom hanging off your head. (think astronauts or divers with their head inside a helmet, or, for a more conventional application, video conferencing). However, as we used to say when building motion control stuff, no amount of closed loop control can make a wet noodle into a steel bar. jim, w6rmk ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Hi All, To perhaps draw this to a close... I searched the archives to find a reference to an inexpensive mic for flexRadios. Back on Nov 29, Carl Vangsness recommended the RS 33-3018 dynamic mic. How do others feel about it for casual SSB? vy 73's Rob AB7CF On Sun, 16 Mar 2008 09:05:04 -0700 Jim Lux [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Quoting Robert Dennison [EMAIL PROTECTED], on Sun 16 Mar 2008 08:41:07 AM PDT: 1. Given that the PowerSDR equalizer has a built in preamp and 10 bands of equalization, why does it make a hoot what's used for a mic? Just equalize and heat to taste... There's some mic specialists on this list who will no doubt cringe at my oversimplifications below, but, I'll leap in: There's more to mic differences than raw frequency response (otherwise recording studios wouldn't spend kilobucks on mics). Polar sensitivity (i.e. the mic's antenna pattern) can have a huge effect on the sound one gets, partly because it changes the ratio of direct and reflected sound. There's also mechanical effects (breath noises, pops, etc.). Not the least is sensitivity.. a mic that's only sensitive from 500-1000Hz and is down 20 dB at 2kHz, isn't going to be equalizable, no matter how much gain you have. Indeed, a lot of this can be done with clever DSP. Of particular interest these days are phased array schemes that use multiple small mics that adaptively track the source of the voice to create sort of the ultimate in noise cancelling mic, without needing a boom hanging off your head. (think astronauts or divers with their head inside a helmet, or, for a more conventional application, video conferencing). However, as we used to say when building motion control stuff, no amount of closed loop control can make a wet noodle into a steel bar. jim, w6rmk ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
On 03/16/08 04:17 pm Robert Dennison wrote: To perhaps draw this to a close... I searched the archives to find a reference to an inexpensive mic for flexRadios. Back on Nov 29, Carl Vangsness recommended the RS 33-3018 dynamic mic. How do others feel about it for casual SSB? I can't see that the 33-3018 is still available. I'm using a Shure PG58 I bought used from Chicago Surplus at a hamfest (they still had some at another hamfest I went to yesterday -- Saturday). I found that it's intended as a vocalist's mic for pop music, but people tell me it sounds fine. 73 Alan NV8A ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] [www] New FLEX-5000 Firmware Released, v0.1.1.12
To all FLEX-5000 owners, Firmware version 0.1.1.12 is now available for download using either the FlexLoader firmware management application or as a zip file (the legacy method of firmware update). FlexLoader v1.0.1 can be downloaded from here: http://support.flex-radio.com/Downloads.aspx?id=211 Version 0.1.1.12 contains the fixes and enhancement listed below. Note that v0.1.1.11 is included in the version history summery. This release was differed, which is why you never saw it posted on the web site. It is recommended that you upgrade to v0.1.1.12 at your earliest convenience. v0.1.1.12 (15-Mar-2008) -Fixed Power button, PTT inputs not working. v0.1.1.11 (7-Mar-2008) -Further fixes for TX - RX transition issues. -Added sequencing for Amp TX1/2/3 outputs -Fixed RFIO Antenna selection issues -Tim - FRS Internet Systems Administrator W4TME ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Hi Alan, The 33-3018 appears to be replaced by the 33-3038. If you could take a peek would be appreciated... vy 73 Rob AB7CF On Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:06:32 -0400 Alan NV8A [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On 03/16/08 04:17 pm Robert Dennison wrote: To perhaps draw this to a close... I searched the archives to find a reference to an inexpensive mic for flexRadios. Back on Nov 29, Carl Vangsness recommended the RS 33-3018 dynamic mic. How do others feel about it for casual SSB? I can't see that the 33-3018 is still available. I'm using a Shure PG58 I bought used from Chicago Surplus at a hamfest (they still had some at another hamfest I went to yesterday -- Saturday). I found that it's intended as a vocalist's mic for pop music, but people tell me it sounds fine. 73 Alan NV8A ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
As an aside to using inexpensive mikes with the SDR-1000, I also made my own boom out of a swing arm lamp from Target and unused mike parts from a very poor desktop mike stand. I will never use a desktop stand again - conducted noise from everything that vibrates within a block of my house. 73, Carl Vangsness, WC0V Robert Dennison wrote: Hi Alan, The 33-3018 appears to be replaced by the 33-3038. If you could take a peek would be appreciated... vy 73 Rob AB7CF On Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:06:32 -0400 Alan NV8A [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On 03/16/08 04:17 pm Robert Dennison wrote: To perhaps draw this to a close... I searched the archives to find a reference to an inexpensive mic for flexRadios. Back on Nov 29, Carl Vangsness recommended the RS 33-3018 dynamic mic. How do others feel about it for casual SSB? I can't see that the 33-3018 is still available. I'm using a Shure PG58 I bought used from Chicago Surplus at a hamfest (they still had some at another hamfest I went to yesterday -- Saturday). I found that it's intended as a vocalist's mic for pop music, but people tell me it sounds fine. 73 Alan NV8A ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Hey Carl, Thanks for the tip. As well as the initial input... How did you set up the PTT? vy 73 Rob AB7CF On Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:51:38 -0500 Carl Vangsness [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: As an aside to using inexpensive mikes with the SDR-1000, I also made my own boom out of a swing arm lamp from Target and unused mike parts from a very poor desktop mike stand. I will never use a desktop stand again - conducted noise from everything that vibrates within a block of my house. 73, Carl Vangsness, WC0V Robert Dennison wrote: Hi Alan, The 33-3018 appears to be replaced by the 33-3038. If you could take a peek would be appreciated... vy 73 Rob AB7CF On Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:06:32 -0400 Alan NV8A [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On 03/16/08 04:17 pm Robert Dennison wrote: To perhaps draw this to a close... I searched the archives to find a reference to an inexpensive mic for flexRadios. Back on Nov 29, Carl Vangsness recommended the RS 33-3018 dynamic mic. How do others feel about it for casual SSB? I can't see that the 33-3018 is still available. I'm using a Shure PG58 I bought used from Chicago Surplus at a hamfest (they still had some at another hamfest I went to yesterday -- Saturday). I found that it's intended as a vocalist's mic for pop music, but people tell me it sounds fine. 73 Alan NV8A ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] Amateur Radio Furniture
With my new 5000A on order I thought it was time to look for a desk large enough to house all of my ham equipment. Finding a desk with the size and configuration that I need is not as easy as it sounds. I also didn't want to spend a fortune. I ended up ordering a Studio RTA Producer Station from Guitar Center. I liked the idea of having 19 rack space on the bottom left and right sides of the desk as well as the fact that the desk is on casters which should make getting behind the equipment relatively easy, and it is 6 feet wide with a 30 inch depth. The current price of the maple version of the desk is $399. I thought someone might be interested. Here is the link http://www.guitarcenter.com/Studio-RTA-Producer-Station-102807807-i1152467.gc Mark Ericksen AD4MA ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Mics for flexers
Hi Rob. Heil push to talk switch assembly wired to an adapter cable to the 9 pin connector on the back of the SDR1000. I can also plug in the Heil footswitch. RS mike goes direct into the Edirol FA66. Carl Robert Dennison wrote: Hey Carl, Thanks for the tip. As well as the initial input... How did you set up the PTT? vy 73 Rob AB7CF ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
Re: [Flexradio] Amateur Radio Furniture
Also see W4UK Operating Station at http://home.comcast.net/~rwilliams309/K4NAB.html Jerry W4UK At 10:00 PM 3/16/2008, Mark Ericksen wrote: With my new 5000A on order I thought it was time to look for a desk large enough to house all of my ham equipment. Finding a desk with the size and configuration that I need is not as easy as it sounds. I also didn't want to spend a fortune. I ended up ordering a Studio RTA Producer Station from Guitar Center. I liked the idea of having 19 rack space on the bottom left and right sides of the desk as well as the fact that the desk is on casters which should make getting behind the equipment relatively easy, and it is 6 feet wide with a 30 inch depth. The current price of the maple version of the desk is $399. I thought someone might be interested. Here is the link http://www.guitarcenter.com/Studio-RTA-Producer-Station-102807807-i1152467.gc Mark Ericksen AD4MA ___ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
[Flexradio] Probably a simple question
I would like to use my 1watt SDR1000 for reception only. Using the panadaptor on the 28mhz transverter downlink. I dont want to take the chance of transmitting while receiving. What is the best way to ensure the rig cannot tx. Is there a hardware line I can disconnect? Regards to all Ross ZL1WN ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/ Knowledge Base: http://kb.flex-radio.com/ Homepage: http://www.flex-radio.com/
