Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[David Beumer WA3FDB]

Jim

That is true -- the CATV meter (an SDA 5000) does measure levels in dBmV and at 
75 ohms.. I'll poke around and see what I can find out.

Thanks for the heads-up.

Dave
WA3FDB


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From: Jim R [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 6:52 PM
To: David Beumer WA3FDB; 'Phil LaMarche'; 'FlexRadio Reflector'
Subject: RE: [Flexradio] 6 meters


Dave
Just a heads-up. CATV meters typically measure levels expressed in dBmV. 
(dB referenced to 1 millivolt across 75 ohms). We work with dBmW (dB referenced 
to 1 milliwat. for us, this parameter is is across 50 ohms. The CATV meter 
reading will be a lot different. The difference between the two at 75 ohms is 
that 0 dBmV corresponds to -48.75 dBmW across 75 ohms. I'm not sure what the 
difference between 75 and 50 ohms will make in the reading. Maybe someone else 
can enlighten us on that. 

Jim
K5HY


> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; flexradio@flex-radio.biz
> Date: Fri, 23 May 2008 12:11:14 -0600
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters
>
> Phil
>
> I have a similar problem -- I have heard nothing on 6 meters. I do see a lot
> of spurs.
>
> As a quick test I checked to see if I got local TV channel 2 Video 55.25 Mhz
> and audio 59.75 -- I received both, but the signal is not as strong as I
> expected. I'm going to see what the signal strength is on CATV meter I have
> access to.
>
> In your area, you've got channel 3 and you should be able to see the video
> carrier at 61.25 the audio carrier is at 65.75 -- outside of the upper
> bound of the Flex receiver.
>
> This might give you a reality check ..
>
> Dave
> WA3FDB
>
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Phil LaMarche
> Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 9:16 AM
> To: 'FlexRadio Reflector'
> Subject: [Flexradio] 6 meters
>
> I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal. Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
> coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3. Monitor all day
> with nothing heard. Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
> they have been working many stations. Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
>
> Phil
>
>
> Philip LaMarche
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Re: [Flexradio] Sticky relay

[Dudley Hurry]

Harry,

Radio Works has an enclosed choke that I use between my amp and the 
radio.  Stops the RF from getting back into the radio.  

73,
Dudley
WA5QPZ

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> The "sticky relay on the 5K still happens to me with new firmware, about  
> every 100 transmissions or so (no pattern). It does happen more often when I 
> am  
> using VOX. I do not know if it happens more often on VOX because of the 
> constant  send/receive transitions that take place, or the fact that there is 
> a 
> higher  chance of catching a transients. I have ruled out any transients to 
> the  
> amplifier switching (I noted one flexer had made a remark about that in the 
> past  that he only had problems when using the linear amplifier). I have a 
> solid  
> state switching device I designed, external to the Flex 5k that has 
> absolutely  no transients. I do have a theory though that it may be occurring 
>  when you 
> are transitioning between T/R at the same time a high RF current  is present 
> on the coax. RF from an amp can be present on the outside of the  coax that 
> is 
> connected to the transceiver. Although this does not affect my  SDR-1000 or 
> Kenwood transceivers, it does happen when I use the 5K. I was  thinking of 
> placing a torrid on the coax from the 5k to eliminate RF on the coax  and see 
> if 
> that helps. P.S. I have everything in my shack grounded properly so  no 
> grounding lessons please!!
>  
> Harry
> W9BR
>
>
>
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Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[Dudley Hurry]

Phil,

Remember that 6 meters is locked on Ant 3.  

73,
Dudley
WA5QPZ

Phil LaMarche wrote:
> I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal.  Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
> coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3.  Monitor all day
> with nothing heard.  Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
> they have been working many stations.  Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
>  
> Phil
>  
>
> Philip LaMarche 
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> www.w9dvm.com   
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Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[Ray J]

6 meters is called  the magic band.. because it can do magic acts...
open and close at random, at almost any time..
people 20 miles down the road may not be able hear the guy thats s9 at 
your station...
it is not uncommon to go many days with never a peep of signal on 50.125...
Have you tried to find beacons in your area..?

 w3hh/b 50.061in Ocala in el89
 w4cha 50.080 Tampa el88
 k4aho/b 50.077 in Zellwood el98

I seen in my ham mail folder...  Hawaii was worked on50.125,  80 miles 
west of here(en44, WI) today 18:25utc...


Phil LaMarche wrote:
> I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal.  Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
> coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3.  Monitor all day
> with nothing heard.  Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
> they have been working many stations.  Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
>  
> Phil
>  
>
> Philip LaMarche 
> LaMarche Enterprises, Inc.
> www.instantgourmetspices.com   
> www.w9dvm.com   
> 800-395-7795 pin 02 
> 727-944-3226 
> FAX 727-937-8834 
> NASFT 30210 
> W9DVM 
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Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[Jim R]

Dave
Just a heads-up. CATV meters typically measure levels expressed in dBmV. 
(dB referenced to 1 millivolt across 75 ohms). We work with dBmW (dB referenced 
to 1 milliwat. for us, this parameter is is across 50 ohms. The CATV meter 
reading will be a lot different. The difference between the two at 75 ohms is 
that 0 dBmV corresponds to −48.75 dBmW across 75 ohms. I'm not sure what the 
difference between 75 and 50 ohms will make in the reading. Maybe someone else 
can enlighten us on that. 

Jim
K5HY


> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; flexradio@flex-radio.biz
> Date: Fri, 23 May 2008 12:11:14 -0600
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters
>
> Phil
>
> I have a similar problem -- I have heard nothing on 6 meters. I do see a lot
> of spurs.
>
> As a quick test I checked to see if I got local TV channel 2 Video 55.25 Mhz
> and audio 59.75 -- I received both, but the signal is not as strong as I
> expected. I'm going to see what the signal strength is on CATV meter I have
> access to.
>
> In your area, you've got channel 3 and you should be able to see the video
> carrier at 61.25 the audio carrier is at 65.75 -- outside of the upper
> bound of the Flex receiver.
>
> This might give you a reality check ..
>
> Dave
> WA3FDB
>
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Phil LaMarche
> Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 9:16 AM
> To: 'FlexRadio Reflector'
> Subject: [Flexradio] 6 meters
>
> I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal. Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
> coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3. Monitor all day
> with nothing heard. Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
> they have been working many stations. Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
>
> Phil
>
>
> Philip LaMarche
> LaMarche Enterprises, Inc.
> www.instantgourmetspices.com 
> www.w9dvm.com 
> 800-395-7795 pin 02
> 727-944-3226
> FAX 727-937-8834
> NASFT 30210
> W9DVM
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Re: [Flexradio] Fw: Checking Delta44 Sounds Card Voltage

[Eric Wachsmann]

Scott,

Another way to do this in the latest software is to use the built in signal
generator.  Set the mode to Tone and the scale to 1.0.  Then put it on
output (make sure to disconnect speakers first as it will likely be loud).


Eric Wachsmann
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Subject: [Flexradio] Fw: Checking Delta44 Sounds Card Voltage

I put a Bug in for this today, if someone has a SDR1000 and could possibly 
test this out and see if it works for them it would be nice to know.

If so please let me know what version software you are running.  Thanks

Scott

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Subject: [Flexradio] Checking Delta44 Sounds Card Voltage


> On V1.10.4 and alpha versons how does one go about checking the voltage on

> the line out?
>
> If I go through the routine hitting test shows nothing.  It seems like one

> time in the past I had to go back to a older version to make this work?
>
> Scott
> KQ8RP
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[Flexradio] Fw: Checking Delta44 Sounds Card Voltage

[KQ8RP]

I put a Bug in for this today, if someone has a SDR1000 and could possibly 
test this out and see if it works for them it would be nice to know.

If so please let me know what version software you are running.  Thanks

Scott

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To: 
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 8:16 AM
Subject: [Flexradio] Checking Delta44 Sounds Card Voltage


> On V1.10.4 and alpha versons how does one go about checking the voltage on 
> the line out?
>
> If I go through the routine hitting test shows nothing.  It seems like one 
> time in the past I had to go back to a older version to make this work?
>
> Scott
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[Flexradio] PowerSDR AGC

[Robert Dennison]

Tim,

I have been complaining for some time about the AGC response of the
PowerSDR.  In addition to my own complaints, I have received direct mail
from several Flex users encouraging me to continue my complaints.

Today I went back and looked again at the manual and setup.  I find that
SetUp > DSP > AGC/ALC apparently provides the capability to fully control
the Flex's AGC characteristics.

I suspect that my problem stems from a Slope setting of 0 db.  I think
that means that the slope is 1 db of audio increase for 1 db of signal
increase.  If so that is the cause of the100 or 1000 db audio increases
I've been experiencing.  At this point I don't know whether 0 db slope is
a default setting or a bone head mistake by me. 

In any case, I would like to strongly encourage Flex to limit AGC setting
change possibilities to values unlikely to cause hearing damage.   

In searching for reasonable parameters.  I found this information in the
ARRL handbook which appeals to my own senses:

"The AGC action does not begin until a certain level called the AGC
threshold is reached.  After that level is exceeded, the audio level
slowly increases.  The audio rise beyond the threshold value is usually
in the 5 to 10 db range.  Too much or too little audio rise are both
undesirable for most operators."

So here is what I want to do.  Preset the AGC Slope Control and Max/Neg
Gain Control on the DSP tab for a maximum 5 to 10 db range rise (no
matter what the signal strength!) that is comfortable for me.   And still
be able to adjust the Preamp, AGC-T and  AF controls for the sweet spot. 
 

So: 1. What are the Slope and Max/Neg Gain settings I'm looking for?  2. 
Are they independent of AGC-T or do they have to be reset each time?

vy best regards
Rob
AB7CF

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Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[David Beumer WA3FDB]

Phil

I have a similar problem -- I have heard nothing on 6 meters. I do see a lot
of spurs.

As a quick test I checked to see if I got local TV channel 2 Video 55.25 Mhz
and audio 59.75 -- I received both, but the signal is not as strong as I
expected. I'm going to see what the signal strength is on CATV meter I have
access to.

In your area, you've got channel 3 and you should be able to see the video
carrier at 61.25  the audio carrier is at 65.75 -- outside of the upper
bound of the Flex receiver.

This might give you a reality check ..

Dave
WA3FDB

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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Phil LaMarche
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 9:16 AM
To: 'FlexRadio Reflector'
Subject: [Flexradio] 6 meters

I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal.  Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3.  Monitor all day
with nothing heard.  Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
they have been working many stations.  Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
 
Phil
 

Philip LaMarche 
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www.instantgourmetspices.com   
www.w9dvm.com   
800-395-7795 pin 02 
727-944-3226 
FAX 727-937-8834 
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Re: [Flexradio] Sticky relay

[Harryhahn]

The "sticky relay on the 5K still happens to me with new firmware, about  
every 100 transmissions or so (no pattern). It does happen more often when I am 
 
using VOX. I do not know if it happens more often on VOX because of the 
constant  send/receive transitions that take place, or the fact that there is a 
higher  chance of catching a transients. I have ruled out any transients to the 
 
amplifier switching (I noted one flexer had made a remark about that in the 
past  that he only had problems when using the linear amplifier). I have a 
solid  
state switching device I designed, external to the Flex 5k that has 
absolutely  no transients. I do have a theory though that it may be occurring  
when you 
are transitioning between T/R at the same time a high RF current  is present 
on the coax. RF from an amp can be present on the outside of the  coax that is 
connected to the transceiver. Although this does not affect my  SDR-1000 or 
Kenwood transceivers, it does happen when I use the 5K. I was  thinking of 
placing a torrid on the coax from the 5k to eliminate RF on the coax  and see 
if 
that helps. P.S. I have everything in my shack grounded properly so  no 
grounding lessons please!!
 
Harry
W9BR





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Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[Joel Harrison]

Phil,

I have worked a few stations on six meters, but the Flex 5000 performance
for sensitivity and noise figure on six meters is not up to most other
radios. It certainly is inferior to my Yaesu FT-920.

The noise figure of the Flex 5000 on six meters is about 15 dB. Most people
have added a preamp for six meters. I have not yet done that as most of the
commercial preamps available offer a low noise figure but have around 20+ dB
gain, which is a bit more than you actually need to perk up six meters and
that much gain will impact other parameters. Al Ward and I think something
around 10 dB with a low noise figure would be ideal, but we're still doing
some testing.

Bottom line - if six meters is "open" to your area you should hear stations
and make some Q's.even some long haul Q's. If you're a die hard six
meter DX'er the Flex 5000 needs a little help on receive.

The pan adapter is very nice as it allow me to view a large area of the band
and I have been able to see stations "appear" off of my receive frequency
that I otherwise would not have known were there.

73 Joel W5ZN


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Date: Fri, 23 May 2008 11:15:52 -0400
From: "Phil LaMarche" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [Flexradio] 6 meters
To: "'FlexRadio Reflector'" 
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII

I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal.  Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3.  Monitor all day
with nothing heard.  Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
they have been working many stations.  Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
 
Phil
 

Philip LaMarche 
LaMarche Enterprises, Inc.
www.instantgourmetspices.com   
www.w9dvm.com   
800-395-7795 pin 02 
727-944-3226 
FAX 727-937-8834 
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Re: [Flexradio] 6 meters

[Tim Ellison]

Make sure the AGC-T gain is not set too low.



-Tim

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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Phil LaMarche
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 11:16 AM
To: 'FlexRadio Reflector'
Subject: [Flexradio] 6 meters

I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal.  Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet coming 
in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3.  Monitor all day with nothing 
heard.  Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days they have been 
working many stations.  Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?

Phil


Philip LaMarche
LaMarche Enterprises, Inc.
www.instantgourmetspices.com 
www.w9dvm.com 
800-395-7795 pin 02
727-944-3226
FAX 727-937-8834
NASFT 30210
W9DVM




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[Flexradio] Third Party Software Survey

[Bob Tracy]

All,

It's been at least year since I last surveyed the user group to see what
third party software is being used so it's time to update the list.  At your
leisure, please send me a list of ALL the third party programs you are
successfully using with your Flex radio (loggers, digital, comm, audio,
etc).

If you have a third party program that doesn't work, I'd like to know that
also.

Unless you have something you particularly want to share with the group,
just reply directly to me so we reduce the clutter on the reflector.

Thanks,

Bob K5KDN


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Re: [Flexradio] RX-2

[Eric Wachsmann]

RX2 will be released when the software is ready.  However, we fully expect a
stream of continuous upgrades to the software as a result of user input and
fresh ideas.  Long live SDR.  :)


Eric Wachsmann
FlexRadio Systems

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lee Mushel
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2008 6:03 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Phil LaMarche'; 'FlexRadio Reflector'
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] RX-2

Now, John, how did you know that I've been thinking about this?   I intended
to write you a note saying that, just like the Wall St. boys "build in" the
assumption that the Fed with reduce interest rates, I "build in" the
assumption that something will come up and you will be a bit late!   Clearly
understand that this is perfectly OK!   And I want to especially emphasize
my feelings where the software is concerned.   If it isn't fully cooked, for
pete's sake, don't publish it!   And don't ship the RX2 until all is
perfect!   Well, at least reasonably so!   Delay is nothing.   Something
that doesn't work is a really big thing!

73

Lee   K9WRU
- Original Message - 
From: "John Basilotto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "'Phil LaMarche'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "'FlexRadio Reflector'"

Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2008 3:02 PM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] RX-2


> We expect to receive the boards next week; however, the software will not
be
> completed until the end of first week in June. We expect to begin shipping
> RX2 on or about June 2.


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[Flexradio] 6 meters

[Phil LaMarche]

I have yet to hear a 6 meter signal.  Have the 5 element beam at 85 feet
coming in to ant 3 and I've switched the 5000 to ant 3.  Monitor all day
with nothing heard.  Talking to my friends on 75 who work 6, the last 3 days
they have been working many stations.  Perhaps I'm doing some thing wrong?
 
Phil
 

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Re: [Flexradio] RX-2

[Phil LaMarche]

I absolutely agree!

Phil


Philip LaMarche 
LaMarche Enterprises, Inc.
www.instantgourmetspices.com 
www.w9dvm.com 
800-395-7795 pin 02 
727-944-3226 
FAX 727-937-8834 
NASFT 30210 
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-Original Message-
From: Lee Mushel [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2008 7:03 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Phil LaMarche'; 'FlexRadio Reflector'
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] RX-2

Now, John, how did you know that I've been thinking about this?   I intended
to write you a note saying that, just like the Wall St. boys "build in" the
assumption that the Fed with reduce interest rates, I "build in" the
assumption that something will come up and you will be a bit late!   Clearly
understand that this is perfectly OK!   And I want to especially emphasize
my feelings where the software is concerned.   If it isn't fully cooked, for
pete's sake, don't publish it!   And don't ship the RX2 until all is
perfect!   Well, at least reasonably so!   Delay is nothing.   Something
that doesn't work is a really big thing!

73

Lee   K9WRU
- Original Message -
From: "John Basilotto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "'Phil LaMarche'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "'FlexRadio Reflector'"

Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2008 3:02 PM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] RX-2


> We expect to receive the boards next week; however, the software will not
be
> completed until the end of first week in June. We expect to begin shipping
> RX2 on or about June 2.
>
> John P. Basilotto
> W5GI
> Chief Operating Officer
> Marketing and Sales
> Office  512 535-5266
> FAX512 233-5143
> www.flex-radio.com
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Phil LaMarche
> Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2008 1:57 PM
> To: 'FlexRadio Reflector'
> Subject: [Flexradio] RX-2
>
>
>  Is there a closer estimate on when shipments will start?
>
> Thanks
>
> Philip LaMarche
> LaMarche Enterprises, Inc.
> www.instantgourmetspices.com 
> www.w9dvm.com 
> 800-395-7795 pin 02
> 727-944-3226
> FAX 727-937-8834
> NASFT 30210
> W9DVM
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>
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Re: [Flexradio] Reverb issue

[Tim Ellison]

Scott,

"Then I took a download of beta to get the larger console I moved the database 
over from the present I was using and started getting reports of a reverb."

This is probably the root cause of your issues.  One should never "move" or 
import a database between major versions of PowerSDR.  You want to *always* 
create a brand new database from scratch.  See the KB article  Q10394 - FAQ: 
How Often Should I Update My PowerSDR Database? 
(http://kb.flex-radio.com/article.aspx?id=10394)

Uninstalling and reinstalling PowerSDR does not remove the previous database 
unless you delete the folder that PowerSDR was installed in.


-Tim

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of KQ8RP
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 7:47 AM
To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz
Subject: [Flexradio] Reverb issue

I need some help from you experts.  I have been getting excellent audio reports 
for the last 5 months.  My secret there has been if its not broke don't fix it. 
 I really had just stayed with the current version of V1.10.4 on my SDR 1000 
using a Delta44 card with a Audio technica AT2020 microphone.

Then I took a download of beta to get the larger console I moved the database 
over from the present I was using and started getting reports of a reverb.  
Audio was clean but there was a reverb.  I redid a download this time starting 
from scratch but no luck.

I have not changed any settings at all in the MAudio section.  But have have 
changed a few on my Behringer preamp.  I have reseated all audio connections in 
Sound card and isolation transformers.  But now I have the reverb back on the 
V1.10.4.

So now I feel like I am chasing my tail and I don't think its how I got the SDR 
software set up I think its more of the preamp or other hardware issue.

Could this be enhanced by RF at all?

Any ideas on where to look next and how to track this down.

Thanks
Scott
KQ8RP
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Re: [Flexradio] Reverb issue

[Michael Kallstrom]

I had the same problem. Clean all the cable connectors with deoxidant. 
I used De-Oxit from Radio Shack. Cleared the problem up for me.

Mike NU4Q


On Fri, 23 May 2008 07:46:44 -0400
 "KQ8RP" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I need some help from you experts.  I have been getting excellent 
audio reports for the last 5 months.  My secret there has been if its 
not broke don't fix it.  I really had just stayed with the current 
version of V1.10.4 on my SDR 1000 using a Delta44 card with a Audio 
technica AT2020 microphone.
> 
> Then I took a download of beta to get the larger console I moved the 
database over from the present I was using and started getting reports 
of a reverb.  Audio was clean but there was a reverb.  I redid a 
download this time starting from scratch but no luck.  
> 
> I have not changed any settings at all in the MAudio section.  But 
have have changed a few on my Behringer preamp.  I have reseated all 
audio connections in Sound card and isolation transformers.  But now I 
have the reverb back on the V1.10.4.
> 
> So now I feel like I am chasing my tail and I don't think its how I 
got the SDR software set up I think its more of the preamp or other 
hardware issue.  
> 
> Could this be enhanced by RF at all?  
> 
> Any ideas on where to look next and how to track this down.
> 
> Thanks
> Scott
> KQ8RP
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[Flexradio] Checking Delta44 Sounds Card Voltage

[KQ8RP]

On V1.10.4 and alpha versons how does one go about checking the voltage on the 
line out?

If I go through the routine hitting test shows nothing.  It seems like one time 
in the past I had to go back to a older version to make this work?

Scott
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[Flexradio] Reverb issue

[KQ8RP]

I need some help from you experts.  I have been getting excellent audio reports 
for the last 5 months.  My secret there has been if its not broke don't fix it. 
 I really had just stayed with the current version of V1.10.4 on my SDR 1000 
using a Delta44 card with a Audio technica AT2020 microphone.

Then I took a download of beta to get the larger console I moved the database 
over from the present I was using and started getting reports of a reverb.  
Audio was clean but there was a reverb.  I redid a download this time starting 
from scratch but no luck.  

I have not changed any settings at all in the MAudio section.  But have have 
changed a few on my Behringer preamp.  I have reseated all audio connections in 
Sound card and isolation transformers.  But now I have the reverb back on the 
V1.10.4.

So now I feel like I am chasing my tail and I don't think its how I got the SDR 
software set up I think its more of the preamp or other hardware issue.  

Could this be enhanced by RF at all?  

Any ideas on where to look next and how to track this down.

Thanks
Scott
KQ8RP
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[Flexradio] 7" LCD Monitor

[daves]

ZS6AVM Wrote;
 
Here is a site for a 7" LCD Monitor 
http://www.mp3playerstore.com/stuff_you_need/special/IN-700VG.htm
Do you think this would support PowerSDR full screen ?
 
Be seein ya
 
Dave
 
The specs are as follows:
 
Feature:

VGA port to connect to PC and laptops directly
+ 3 RCA Video & Audio input for PS2, Xbox etc.. 
16:9 and 4:3 switchable
Functional menu and Full remote control

Specifications:

Display 7" screen TFT-LCD 
Backlight Built in CCFT
Resolution 2400*480
Supported Resolution 640 x 480 ~ 1600 x 1200 
Physical Resolution 800 (H) x 480 (V) 
Dot Resolution 2400 x 480 = 1,152,000 (dots)
NEW: 3 AV RCA Video input each with it's own LEFT & RIGHT Audio Input + 1 VGA 
input
Supported Voltage 11V DC ~ 14V DC
Brightness Rating 250cd/m² 
Contrast Radio 150 
Video Input System NTSC/PAL Auto switching 
Power Source DC 12V ± 15% 
Operation Temperature 20° C to +78° C 
Color Figuration Stripe 
Dot Pitch 0.107 (H) * 0.732 (V) 
View angle L/R/T/B 45/45/10/25 
Automatic display adjustment 
Overall dimension 7.3 x 4.9 x 1.1(inch).

PERFECT ALL AROUND THE WORLD!
Auto switch PAL and NTSC at AV mode

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