Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-17 Thread Gerald Youngblood
DE317 is scheduled very high in the queue.  I will no longer give dates,
however.

Gerald


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On Mon, Sep 13, 2010 at 2:30 PM, John Maetta  wrote:

> Gentlemen,
>
> Where in the queue is bug fix D317 and when can we expect a beta test?
> Also, the fix requirements have been detailed in a previous post, has that
> made it to the software engineers?
>
> I am still holding to my plans of using the Flex-1500 in the ARRL EME
> Contest on Oct. 2 - 3 and Oct. 30 -31.
> It would be very disappointing to have to wait another year.
>
> 73
>
> John N6VMO
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
> Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:24 AM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> > Gentlemen,
> >
> > In order to have the folks at FlexRadio to only have to 'fix' this bug
> once, I have put together a quick document outlining the scope and
> requirements.  I believe it covers what needs to be implemented in PowerSDR
> and the Flex-1500 to allow reliable sequencing of external equipment, while
> maintaining functionality for users that don't require the use of
> sequencers.
> >
> > Please feel free to discuss any changes to the doc below.
> >
> > Flex-1500 Sequencer Control Requirements - FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT
> ENABLE
> >
> > Scope:
> >
> > Provide a software control option in PowerSDR to inhibit RF transmit
> until
> Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN is brought to ground by any external source,
> regardless of the PTT source (MIC, key or digital mode).
> >
> > Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN, when asserted to ground, should also signal
> PowerSDR to switch to TX, regardless of the state of FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX
> INHIBIT ENABLE.
> >
> > Requirements:
> >
> > 1. Provide a software control option in PowerSDR labeled 'FLEXWIRE PTT IN
> TX INHIBIT ENABLE". Default setting is 'Off', disabled or unchecked.
> >
> > A. If this option is unchecked; Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN functions as
> normal,
> signaling PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX when asserted to
> ground.
> >
> > B. When this option is checked; it will inhibit TX until Flexwire pin 4
> PTT IN of the Flexwire jack is held at ground by an external source, such
> as
> a sequencer. When pin 4 in brought to ground by an external source, it
> signals PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX.
> >
> > By making this an option, users are not required to have to apply a
> ground
> to Flexwire pin 4 in order to transmit.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
> >
> >
> > - Original Message -
> >   From: David McKenzie
> >   To: John Maetta
> >   Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
> >   Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:19 AM
> >   Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
> issue...
> >
> >
> >   I would suggest the option of inhibiting TX unless the FlexWire PTT pin
> is based, along with the normal "Delay PTT" that is already in the software
> (and not working). This allows for the flexibility required with expensive,
> complicated sequenced systems. PTT-Out should still go to ground when
> pushing "PTT" on the mic or through a digital program, but no RF until
> PTT-IN is biased in this mode.
> >
> >
> >   On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 6:48 PM, John Maetta 
> wrote:
> >
> > Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to
> assist
> > in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
> >
> > - Original Message -
> > From: "John Maetta" 
> > To: 
> >
> > Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:44 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
> issue...
> >
> >
> > > Graham and Tim,
> > >
> > > Thanks for your fast response to this issue.
> > >
> > > As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and then
> on to
> > > key PSDR is the most reliable method.
> > > FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.
> > >
> > > 73
> > >
> > > John
> > >
> >

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-17 Thread John Maetta
Hi Tim,

I am relatively new to the reflector and must have missed Gerald's post. A
phone call seems like the best course to take.

Thanks,

73

John N6VMO

- Original Message -
From: "Tim Ellison" 
To: "John Maetta" ; 
Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 8:25 AM
Subject: RE: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


> John,
>
> If you have a specific question regarding an upcoming beta release, I
would contact FlexRadio directly.  Gerald has said numerous time that
FlexRadio is no longer publically committing to forward looking features,
bug fixes and dates for their releases for numerous business and practical
reasons, so if you are waiting for a reply on the reflector, there is a good
chance that you will not get it.
>
>
> -Tim
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz
[mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
> Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 11:32 AM
> To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
> The silence from FlexRadio is deafening...
>
> I ordered a 2 meter transverter at the same time I placed the order for
the
> 1500. The transverter is expected to ship by the end of the month.  When
can
> we expect a fix of D317?  I would not like to have a 1500 and a new 2
meter
> transverter collecting dust in my shack.
>
> 73
>
> John N6VMO
>
> - Original Message -----
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
> Sent: Monday, September 13, 2010 12:30 PM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> > Gentlemen,
> >
> > Where in the queue is bug fix D317 and when can we expect a beta test?
> > Also, the fix requirements have been detailed in a previous post, has
that
> > made it to the software engineers?
> >
> > I am still holding to my plans of using the Flex-1500 in the ARRL EME
> > Contest on Oct. 2 - 3 and Oct. 30 -31.
> > It would be very disappointing to have to wait another year.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
> > - Original Message -
> > From: "John Maetta" 
> > To: 
> > Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:24 AM
> > Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
issue...
> >
> >
> > > Gentlemen,
> > >
> > > In order to have the folks at FlexRadio to only have to 'fix' this bug
> > once, I have put together a quick document outlining the scope and
> > requirements.  I believe it covers what needs to be implemented in
> PowerSDR
> > and the Flex-1500 to allow reliable sequencing of external equipment,
> while
> > maintaining functionality for users that don't require the use of
> > sequencers.
> > >
> > > Please feel free to discuss any changes to the doc below.
> > >
> > > Flex-1500 Sequencer Control Requirements - FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT
> > ENABLE
> > >
> > > Scope:
> > >
> > > Provide a software control option in PowerSDR to inhibit RF transmit
> until
> > Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN is brought to ground by any external source,
> > regardless of the PTT source (MIC, key or digital mode).
> > >
> > > Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN, when asserted to ground, should also signal
> > PowerSDR to switch to TX, regardless of the state of FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX
> > INHIBIT ENABLE.
> > >
> > > Requirements:
> > >
> > > 1. Provide a software control option in PowerSDR labeled 'FLEXWIRE PTT
> IN
> > TX INHIBIT ENABLE". Default setting is 'Off', disabled or unchecked.
> > >
> > > A. If this option is unchecked; Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN functions as
> normal,
> > signaling PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX when asserted
to
> > ground.
> > >
> > > B. When this option is checked; it will inhibit TX until Flexwire pin
4
> > PTT IN of the Flexwire jack is held at ground by an external source,
such
> as
> > a sequencer. When pin 4 in brought to ground by an external source, it
> > signals PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX.
> > >
> > > By making this an option, users are not required to have to apply a
> ground
> > to Flexwire pin 4 in order to transmit.
> > >
> > > 73
> > >
> > > John N6VMO
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > - Original Message -
> > >   From: David McKenzie
> > >   To: John Maetta
> > >   Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
> > >   Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 20

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-17 Thread Tim Ellison
John,

If you have a specific question regarding an upcoming beta release, I would 
contact FlexRadio directly.  Gerald has said numerous time that FlexRadio is no 
longer publically committing to forward looking features, bug fixes and dates 
for their releases for numerous business and practical reasons, so if you are 
waiting for a reply on the reflector, there is a good chance that you will not 
get it.


-Tim


-Original Message-
From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz 
[mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 11:32 AM
To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

The silence from FlexRadio is deafening...

I ordered a 2 meter transverter at the same time I placed the order for the
1500. The transverter is expected to ship by the end of the month.  When can
we expect a fix of D317?  I would not like to have a 1500 and a new 2 meter
transverter collecting dust in my shack.

73

John N6VMO

- Original Message -
From: "John Maetta" 
To: 
Sent: Monday, September 13, 2010 12:30 PM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


> Gentlemen,
>
> Where in the queue is bug fix D317 and when can we expect a beta test?
> Also, the fix requirements have been detailed in a previous post, has that
> made it to the software engineers?
>
> I am still holding to my plans of using the Flex-1500 in the ARRL EME
> Contest on Oct. 2 - 3 and Oct. 30 -31.
> It would be very disappointing to have to wait another year.
>
> 73
>
> John N6VMO
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
> Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:24 AM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> > Gentlemen,
> >
> > In order to have the folks at FlexRadio to only have to 'fix' this bug
> once, I have put together a quick document outlining the scope and
> requirements.  I believe it covers what needs to be implemented in
PowerSDR
> and the Flex-1500 to allow reliable sequencing of external equipment,
while
> maintaining functionality for users that don't require the use of
> sequencers.
> >
> > Please feel free to discuss any changes to the doc below.
> >
> > Flex-1500 Sequencer Control Requirements - FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT
> ENABLE
> >
> > Scope:
> >
> > Provide a software control option in PowerSDR to inhibit RF transmit
until
> Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN is brought to ground by any external source,
> regardless of the PTT source (MIC, key or digital mode).
> >
> > Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN, when asserted to ground, should also signal
> PowerSDR to switch to TX, regardless of the state of FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX
> INHIBIT ENABLE.
> >
> > Requirements:
> >
> > 1. Provide a software control option in PowerSDR labeled 'FLEXWIRE PTT
IN
> TX INHIBIT ENABLE". Default setting is 'Off', disabled or unchecked.
> >
> > A. If this option is unchecked; Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN functions as
normal,
> signaling PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX when asserted to
> ground.
> >
> > B. When this option is checked; it will inhibit TX until Flexwire pin 4
> PTT IN of the Flexwire jack is held at ground by an external source, such
as
> a sequencer. When pin 4 in brought to ground by an external source, it
> signals PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX.
> >
> > By making this an option, users are not required to have to apply a
ground
> to Flexwire pin 4 in order to transmit.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
> >
> >
> > - Original Message -
> >   From: David McKenzie
> >   To: John Maetta
> >   Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
> >   Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:19 AM
> >   Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
> issue...
> >
> >
> >   I would suggest the option of inhibiting TX unless the FlexWire PTT
pin
> is based, along with the normal "Delay PTT" that is already in the
software
> (and not working). This allows for the flexibility required with
expensive,
> complicated sequenced systems. PTT-Out should still go to ground when
> pushing "PTT" on the mic or through a digital program, but no RF until
> PTT-IN is biased in this mode.
> >
> >
> >   On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 6:48 PM, John Maetta 
> wrote:
> >
> > Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to
> assist
> > in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
>

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-17 Thread Joe Roth-WC4R

John- Are you referring to a bug in the PSDR software? Is it the official 
released version (where a phone call is the best path)? Or a software beta 
version (where the other 'edge' email reflector would be appropriate)?
Is this a hardware issue (where a phone call to Flex would be the correct 
course of action)?
I'm just not familiar with the 'issue' of what you speak of.
73, Joe 

> From: j.mae...@verizon.net
> To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
> Date: Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:32:02 -0700
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
> 
> The silence from FlexRadio is deafening...
> 
> I ordered a 2 meter transverter at the same time I placed the order for the
> 1500. The transverter is expected to ship by the end of the month.  When can
> we expect a fix of D317?  I would not like to have a 1500 and a new 2 meter
> transverter collecting dust in my shack.
> 
> 73
> 
> John N6VMO
> 
> - Original Message -
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
> Sent: Monday, September 13, 2010 12:30 PM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

  
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Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-17 Thread John Maetta
The silence from FlexRadio is deafening...

I ordered a 2 meter transverter at the same time I placed the order for the
1500. The transverter is expected to ship by the end of the month.  When can
we expect a fix of D317?  I would not like to have a 1500 and a new 2 meter
transverter collecting dust in my shack.

73

John N6VMO

- Original Message -
From: "John Maetta" 
To: 
Sent: Monday, September 13, 2010 12:30 PM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


> Gentlemen,
>
> Where in the queue is bug fix D317 and when can we expect a beta test?
> Also, the fix requirements have been detailed in a previous post, has that
> made it to the software engineers?
>
> I am still holding to my plans of using the Flex-1500 in the ARRL EME
> Contest on Oct. 2 - 3 and Oct. 30 -31.
> It would be very disappointing to have to wait another year.
>
> 73
>
> John N6VMO
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
> Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:24 AM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> > Gentlemen,
> >
> > In order to have the folks at FlexRadio to only have to 'fix' this bug
> once, I have put together a quick document outlining the scope and
> requirements.  I believe it covers what needs to be implemented in
PowerSDR
> and the Flex-1500 to allow reliable sequencing of external equipment,
while
> maintaining functionality for users that don't require the use of
> sequencers.
> >
> > Please feel free to discuss any changes to the doc below.
> >
> > Flex-1500 Sequencer Control Requirements - FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT
> ENABLE
> >
> > Scope:
> >
> > Provide a software control option in PowerSDR to inhibit RF transmit
until
> Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN is brought to ground by any external source,
> regardless of the PTT source (MIC, key or digital mode).
> >
> > Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN, when asserted to ground, should also signal
> PowerSDR to switch to TX, regardless of the state of FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX
> INHIBIT ENABLE.
> >
> > Requirements:
> >
> > 1. Provide a software control option in PowerSDR labeled 'FLEXWIRE PTT
IN
> TX INHIBIT ENABLE". Default setting is 'Off', disabled or unchecked.
> >
> > A. If this option is unchecked; Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN functions as
normal,
> signaling PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX when asserted to
> ground.
> >
> > B. When this option is checked; it will inhibit TX until Flexwire pin 4
> PTT IN of the Flexwire jack is held at ground by an external source, such
as
> a sequencer. When pin 4 in brought to ground by an external source, it
> signals PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX.
> >
> > By making this an option, users are not required to have to apply a
ground
> to Flexwire pin 4 in order to transmit.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
> >
> >
> > - Original Message -
> >   From: David McKenzie
> >   To: John Maetta
> >   Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
> >   Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:19 AM
> >   Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
> issue...
> >
> >
> >   I would suggest the option of inhibiting TX unless the FlexWire PTT
pin
> is based, along with the normal "Delay PTT" that is already in the
software
> (and not working). This allows for the flexibility required with
expensive,
> complicated sequenced systems. PTT-Out should still go to ground when
> pushing "PTT" on the mic or through a digital program, but no RF until
> PTT-IN is biased in this mode.
> >
> >
> >   On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 6:48 PM, John Maetta 
> wrote:
> >
> > Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to
> assist
> > in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John N6VMO
> >
> >
> > - Original Message -
> > From: "John Maetta" 
> > To: 
> >
> > Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:44 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
> issue...
> >
> >
> > > Graham and Tim,
> > >
> > > Thanks for your fast response to this issue.
> > >
> > > As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and
then
> on to
> > > key PSDR is the most reliable method.
> > > FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.
> > >

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-13 Thread John Maetta
Gentlemen,

Where in the queue is bug fix D317 and when can we expect a beta test?
Also, the fix requirements have been detailed in a previous post, has that
made it to the software engineers?

I am still holding to my plans of using the Flex-1500 in the ARRL EME
Contest on Oct. 2 - 3 and Oct. 30 -31.
It would be very disappointing to have to wait another year.

73

John N6VMO

- Original Message -
From: "John Maetta" 
To: 
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:24 AM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


> Gentlemen,
>
> In order to have the folks at FlexRadio to only have to 'fix' this bug
once, I have put together a quick document outlining the scope and
requirements.  I believe it covers what needs to be implemented in PowerSDR
and the Flex-1500 to allow reliable sequencing of external equipment, while
maintaining functionality for users that don't require the use of
sequencers.
>
> Please feel free to discuss any changes to the doc below.
>
> Flex-1500 Sequencer Control Requirements - FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT
ENABLE
>
> Scope:
>
> Provide a software control option in PowerSDR to inhibit RF transmit until
Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN is brought to ground by any external source,
regardless of the PTT source (MIC, key or digital mode).
>
> Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN, when asserted to ground, should also signal
PowerSDR to switch to TX, regardless of the state of FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX
INHIBIT ENABLE.
>
> Requirements:
>
> 1. Provide a software control option in PowerSDR labeled 'FLEXWIRE PTT IN
TX INHIBIT ENABLE". Default setting is 'Off', disabled or unchecked.
>
> A. If this option is unchecked; Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN functions as normal,
signaling PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX when asserted to
ground.
>
> B. When this option is checked; it will inhibit TX until Flexwire pin 4
PTT IN of the Flexwire jack is held at ground by an external source, such as
a sequencer. When pin 4 in brought to ground by an external source, it
signals PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX.
>
> By making this an option, users are not required to have to apply a ground
to Flexwire pin 4 in order to transmit.
>
> 73
>
> John N6VMO
>
>
>
> - Original Message -
>   From: David McKenzie
>   To: John Maetta
>   Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz
>   Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:19 AM
>   Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
issue...
>
>
>   I would suggest the option of inhibiting TX unless the FlexWire PTT pin
is based, along with the normal "Delay PTT" that is already in the software
(and not working). This allows for the flexibility required with expensive,
complicated sequenced systems. PTT-Out should still go to ground when
pushing "PTT" on the mic or through a digital program, but no RF until
PTT-IN is biased in this mode.
>
>
>   On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 6:48 PM, John Maetta 
wrote:
>
> Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to
assist
> in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.
>
> 73
>
>     John N6VMO
>
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
>
> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:44 PM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
issue...
>
>
> > Graham and Tim,
> >
> > Thanks for your fast response to this issue.
> >
> > As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and then
on to
>     > key PSDR is the most reliable method.
> > FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John
> >
> > - Original Message -
> > From: "GI1CET" 
> > To: 
> > Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 2:15 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
issue...
> >
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > Graham
> > >
> > > This one is currently as of this moment putting my 1500 purchase
on
> hold,
> > can you clarify which issue
> > > is going to be fixed,
> > >
> > > Is it the delayed PTT timing one -
> > > (Not sure that I would risk my PA or LNA to a timed PTT rather
than a
> herd
> > sequenced one!)
> > >
> > > Or is it the items raised by John re use with external sequencers
which
> > are critical for the use to which
> > > I wish to put a new 1500. that is we should be able to app

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-08 Thread John Maetta
Gentlemen,

In order to have the folks at FlexRadio to only have to 'fix' this bug once, I 
have put together a quick document outlining the scope and requirements.  I 
believe it covers what needs to be implemented in PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to 
allow reliable sequencing of external equipment, while maintaining 
functionality for users that don't require the use of sequencers.

Please feel free to discuss any changes to the doc below.  

Flex-1500 Sequencer Control Requirements - FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT ENABLE

Scope: 

Provide a software control option in PowerSDR to inhibit RF transmit until 
Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN is brought to ground by any external source, regardless 
of the PTT source (MIC, key or digital mode).

Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN, when asserted to ground, should also signal PowerSDR to 
switch to TX, regardless of the state of FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX INHIBIT ENABLE.

Requirements:

1. Provide a software control option in PowerSDR labeled 'FLEXWIRE PTT IN TX 
INHIBIT ENABLE". Default setting is 'Off', disabled or unchecked.

A. If this option is unchecked; Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN functions as normal, 
signaling PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX when asserted to 
ground.

B. When this option is checked; it will inhibit TX until Flexwire pin 4 PTT IN 
of the Flexwire jack is held at ground by an external source, such as a 
sequencer. When pin 4 in brought to ground by an external source, it signals 
PowerSDR and the Flex-1500 to transistion to TX. 

By making this an option, users are not required to have to apply a ground to 
Flexwire pin 4 in order to transmit.

73

John N6VMO



- Original Message - 
  From: David McKenzie 
  To: John Maetta 
  Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz 
  Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:19 AM
  Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


  I would suggest the option of inhibiting TX unless the FlexWire PTT pin is 
based, along with the normal "Delay PTT" that is already in the software (and 
not working). This allows for the flexibility required with expensive, 
complicated sequenced systems. PTT-Out should still go to ground when pushing 
"PTT" on the mic or through a digital program, but no RF until PTT-IN is biased 
in this mode. 


  On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 6:48 PM, John Maetta  wrote:

Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to assist
in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.

73

John N6VMO


- Original Message -
From: "John Maetta" 
To: 

Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:44 PM
    Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


> Graham and Tim,
>
> Thanks for your fast response to this issue.
>
> As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and then on to
> key PSDR is the most reliable method.
> FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.
>
> 73
>
> John
>
> - Original Message -----
    > From: "GI1CET" 
    > To: 
> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 2:15 PM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> >
> >
> > Graham
> >
> > This one is currently as of this moment putting my 1500 purchase on
hold,
> can you clarify which issue
> > is going to be fixed,
> >
> > Is it the delayed PTT timing one -
> > (Not sure that I would risk my PA or LNA to a timed PTT rather than a
herd
> sequenced one!)
> >
> > Or is it the items raised by John re use with external sequencers which
> are critical for the use to which
> > I wish to put a new 1500. that is we should be able to apply a
externally
> delayed PTT from an External
> > sequencer to the flexwire port PTT in and have that sent to PSDR as the
> PTT signal.
> >
> > Regards
> >
> > Jim, GI1CET
> >
> > On 07/09/2010 14:43, Graham Haddock wrote:
> >
> > > John:
> > >
> > > This has been assigned software tracking item D317 and it will be
fixed
> > > before
> > > PowerSDR 2.0 goes to official release.
> > >
> > > --- Graham
> > >
> > > ==
> > >
> > > On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Tim Ellison
wrote:
> > >
> > >> The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF
after
> PTT.
> > >>   This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and
the
> > >> software engineers notified of it.
 

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-08 Thread David McKenzie
I would suggest the option of inhibiting TX unless the FlexWire PTT pin is
based, along with the normal "Delay PTT" that is already in the software
(and not working). This allows for the flexibility required with expensive,
complicated sequenced systems. PTT-Out should still go to ground when
pushing "PTT" on the mic or through a digital program, but no RF until
PTT-IN is biased in this mode.

On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 6:48 PM, John Maetta  wrote:

> Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to assist
> in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.
>
> 73
>
> John N6VMO
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "John Maetta" 
> To: 
> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:44 PM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> > Graham and Tim,
> >
> > Thanks for your fast response to this issue.
> >
> > As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and then on to
> > key PSDR is the most reliable method.
> > FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > John
> >
> > ----- Original Message -
> > From: "GI1CET" 
> > To: 
> > Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 2:15 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
> >
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > Graham
> > >
> > > This one is currently as of this moment putting my 1500 purchase on
> hold,
> > can you clarify which issue
> > > is going to be fixed,
> > >
> > > Is it the delayed PTT timing one -
> > > (Not sure that I would risk my PA or LNA to a timed PTT rather than a
> herd
> > sequenced one!)
> > >
> > > Or is it the items raised by John re use with external sequencers which
> > are critical for the use to which
> > > I wish to put a new 1500. that is we should be able to apply a
> externally
> > delayed PTT from an External
> > > sequencer to the flexwire port PTT in and have that sent to PSDR as the
> > PTT signal.
> > >
> > > Regards
> > >
> > > Jim, GI1CET
> > >
> > > On 07/09/2010 14:43, Graham Haddock wrote:
> > >
> > > > John:
> > > >
> > > > This has been assigned software tracking item D317 and it will be
> fixed
> > > > before
> > > > PowerSDR 2.0 goes to official release.
> > > >
> > > > --- Graham
> > > >
> > > > ==
> > > >
> > > > On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Tim Ellison
> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >> The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF
> after
> > PTT.
> > > >>   This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and
> the
> > > >> software engineers notified of it.
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >> -Tim
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >> -Original Message-
> > > >> From:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz
> > > >>  [mailto:
> > > >> flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
> > > >> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:16 AM
> > > >> To: 'FlexRadio Group'
> > > >> Subject: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing
> issue...
> > > >>
> > > >> Gentlemen,
> > > >>
> > > >> My plans were to use the Flex-1500 for digital, CW and SSB EME
> > (moonbounce)
> > > >> and replace my TS-790 with transverters.
> > > >> My current configuration is WSJT, VAC, Serial Port Manager and
> PowerSDR
> > > >> 2.0.8. This combination seems to work well together and it was time
> to
> > > >> interface the Flex-1500 and PowerSDR to my EME equipment.
> > > >>
> > > >> But, after several attempts to reliably interface the Flex-1500 with
> my
> > > >> sequencer to control my mast mounted preamp, driver amp and power
> amp,
> > I
> > > >> have determined the following:
> > > >>
> > > >> When WSJT transmits, the PowerSDR and the Flex outputs Flexwire PTT
> out
> > and
> > > >> RF immediately, as verified by a watt meter. The Flexwire PTT is
> > asserted
> > > >> to
> > > >> late to start any sequencer and will cause the RF to destroy the
> preamp
> > or
> > > >> amp

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-07 Thread John Maetta
Since I have all my equipment on the test bench, I would be happy to assist
in beta testing the proposed fixes and report my findings.

73

John N6VMO

- Original Message -
From: "John Maetta" 
To: 
Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:44 PM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


> Graham and Tim,
>
> Thanks for your fast response to this issue.
>
> As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and then on to
> key PSDR is the most reliable method.
> FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.
>
> 73
>
> John
>
> - Original Message -
> From: "GI1CET" 
> To: 
> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 2:15 PM
> Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
>
> >
> >
> > Graham
> >
> > This one is currently as of this moment putting my 1500 purchase on
hold,
> can you clarify which issue
> > is going to be fixed,
> >
> > Is it the delayed PTT timing one -
> > (Not sure that I would risk my PA or LNA to a timed PTT rather than a
herd
> sequenced one!)
> >
> > Or is it the items raised by John re use with external sequencers which
> are critical for the use to which
> > I wish to put a new 1500. that is we should be able to apply a
externally
> delayed PTT from an External
> > sequencer to the flexwire port PTT in and have that sent to PSDR as the
> PTT signal.
> >
> > Regards
> >
> > Jim, GI1CET
> >
> > On 07/09/2010 14:43, Graham Haddock wrote:
> >
> > > John:
> > >
> > > This has been assigned software tracking item D317 and it will be
fixed
> > > before
> > > PowerSDR 2.0 goes to official release.
> > >
> > > --- Graham
> > >
> > > ==
> > >
> > > On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Tim Ellison
wrote:
> > >
> > >> The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF
after
> PTT.
> > >>   This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and
the
> > >> software engineers notified of it.
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> -Tim
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> -Original Message-
> > >> From:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz  [mailto:
> > >> flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
> > >> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:16 AM
> > >> To: 'FlexRadio Group'
> > >> Subject: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
> > >>
> > >> Gentlemen,
> > >>
> > >> My plans were to use the Flex-1500 for digital, CW and SSB EME
> (moonbounce)
> > >> and replace my TS-790 with transverters.
> > >> My current configuration is WSJT, VAC, Serial Port Manager and
PowerSDR
> > >> 2.0.8. This combination seems to work well together and it was time
to
> > >> interface the Flex-1500 and PowerSDR to my EME equipment.
> > >>
> > >> But, after several attempts to reliably interface the Flex-1500 with
my
> > >> sequencer to control my mast mounted preamp, driver amp and power
amp,
> I
> > >> have determined the following:
> > >>
> > >> When WSJT transmits, the PowerSDR and the Flex outputs Flexwire PTT
out
> and
> > >> RF immediately, as verified by a watt meter. The Flexwire PTT is
> asserted
> > >> to
> > >> late to start any sequencer and will cause the RF to destroy the
preamp
> or
> > >> amplifier relays by 'hot keying'.
> > >> Also, the Flex-1500 can not be keyed by the last event in the
sequence.
> > >> Applying a PTT from the sequencer to either the MIC jack or the
> Flexwire
> > >> PTT
> > >> In jack will key the Flex-1500, but not key PowerSDR and transmit.
> > >>
> > >> So bottom line, we need to have two programmable delays.
> > >> 1) PowerSDR TX delayed from PTT inputs (CAT, flexwire HW PTT and mic
> PTT)
> > >> and...
> > >> 2) PTT Flexwire output delayed from PTT inputs. Then we can get to a
> > >> minimum
> > >> configuration for VHF/UHF use.
> > >>
> > >> Come on Flex, help us transverter operators out.  Give us that delay
> > >> between
> > >> Flexwire PTT and PowerSDR, whether PTT is initiated from MIC,
Flexwire
> PTT
> > >> In or digital mode.  Sequencing external equipment is a basic
operating
> > >> procedure that VHF/microwav

Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-07 Thread John Maetta
Graham and Tim,

Thanks for your fast response to this issue.

As Jim mentions below, a 'hard' PTT to the Flexwire PTT IN and then on to
key PSDR is the most reliable method.
FlexRadio, work your magic and remedy this issue.

73

John

- Original Message -
From: "GI1CET" 
To: 
Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 2:15 PM
Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...


>
>
> Graham
>
> This one is currently as of this moment putting my 1500 purchase on hold,
can you clarify which issue
> is going to be fixed,
>
> Is it the delayed PTT timing one -
> (Not sure that I would risk my PA or LNA to a timed PTT rather than a herd
sequenced one!)
>
> Or is it the items raised by John re use with external sequencers which
are critical for the use to which
> I wish to put a new 1500. that is we should be able to apply a externally
delayed PTT from an External
> sequencer to the flexwire port PTT in and have that sent to PSDR as the
PTT signal.
>
> Regards
>
> Jim, GI1CET
>
> On 07/09/2010 14:43, Graham Haddock wrote:
>
> > John:
> >
> > This has been assigned software tracking item D317 and it will be fixed
> > before
> > PowerSDR 2.0 goes to official release.
> >
> > --- Graham
> >
> > ==
> >
> > On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Tim Ellison  wrote:
> >
> >> The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF after
PTT.
> >>   This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and the
> >> software engineers notified of it.
> >>
> >>
> >> -Tim
> >>
> >>
> >> -Original Message-
> >> From:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz  [mailto:
> >> flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
> >> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:16 AM
> >> To: 'FlexRadio Group'
> >> Subject: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
> >>
> >> Gentlemen,
> >>
> >> My plans were to use the Flex-1500 for digital, CW and SSB EME
(moonbounce)
> >> and replace my TS-790 with transverters.
> >> My current configuration is WSJT, VAC, Serial Port Manager and PowerSDR
> >> 2.0.8. This combination seems to work well together and it was time to
> >> interface the Flex-1500 and PowerSDR to my EME equipment.
> >>
> >> But, after several attempts to reliably interface the Flex-1500 with my
> >> sequencer to control my mast mounted preamp, driver amp and power amp,
I
> >> have determined the following:
> >>
> >> When WSJT transmits, the PowerSDR and the Flex outputs Flexwire PTT out
and
> >> RF immediately, as verified by a watt meter. The Flexwire PTT is
asserted
> >> to
> >> late to start any sequencer and will cause the RF to destroy the preamp
or
> >> amplifier relays by 'hot keying'.
> >> Also, the Flex-1500 can not be keyed by the last event in the sequence.
> >> Applying a PTT from the sequencer to either the MIC jack or the
Flexwire
> >> PTT
> >> In jack will key the Flex-1500, but not key PowerSDR and transmit.
> >>
> >> So bottom line, we need to have two programmable delays.
> >> 1) PowerSDR TX delayed from PTT inputs (CAT, flexwire HW PTT and mic
PTT)
> >> and...
> >> 2) PTT Flexwire output delayed from PTT inputs. Then we can get to a
> >> minimum
> >> configuration for VHF/UHF use.
> >>
> >> Come on Flex, help us transverter operators out.  Give us that delay
> >> between
> >> Flexwire PTT and PowerSDR, whether PTT is initiated from MIC, Flexwire
PTT
> >> In or digital mode.  Sequencing external equipment is a basic operating
> >> procedure that VHF/microwave enthusiasts employ.  Right now, the
Flex-1500
> >> doesn't seem to deliver that operability for a radio that was
advertised as
> >> " The FLEX-1500 comes packed with features that make it ideally
positioned
> >> to be the ultimate low cost, high performance IF deck for VHF-microwave
> >> transverter operation. "  True, if you use just the Flex1500 with a low
> >> power transveter and don't have expensive external equipment such as a
> >> preamp, drivers and power amps.
> >>
> >> If any of you Flex-1500 users have reliably conquered this problem,
post up
> >> your method(s).
> >>
> >> 73,
> >>
> >> John N6VMO
> >>
> >>
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Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-07 Thread GI1CET



Graham

This one is currently as of this moment putting my 1500 purchase on hold, can 
you clarify which issue
is going to be fixed,

Is it the delayed PTT timing one -
(Not sure that I would risk my PA or LNA to a timed PTT rather than a herd 
sequenced one!)

Or is it the items raised by John re use with external sequencers which are 
critical for the use to which
I wish to put a new 1500. that is we should be able to apply a externally 
delayed PTT from an External
sequencer to the flexwire port PTT in and have that sent to PSDR as the PTT 
signal.

Regards

Jim, GI1CET

On 07/09/2010 14:43, Graham Haddock wrote:


John:

This has been assigned software tracking item D317 and it will be fixed
before
PowerSDR 2.0 goes to official release.

--- Graham

==

On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Tim Ellison  wrote:


The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF after PTT.
  This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and the
software engineers notified of it.


-Tim


-Original Message-
From:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz  [mailto:
flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:16 AM
To: 'FlexRadio Group'
Subject: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

Gentlemen,

My plans were to use the Flex-1500 for digital, CW and SSB EME (moonbounce)
and replace my TS-790 with transverters.
My current configuration is WSJT, VAC, Serial Port Manager and PowerSDR
2.0.8. This combination seems to work well together and it was time to
interface the Flex-1500 and PowerSDR to my EME equipment.

But, after several attempts to reliably interface the Flex-1500 with my
sequencer to control my mast mounted preamp, driver amp and power amp, I
have determined the following:

When WSJT transmits, the PowerSDR and the Flex outputs Flexwire PTT out and
RF immediately, as verified by a watt meter. The Flexwire PTT is asserted
to
late to start any sequencer and will cause the RF to destroy the preamp or
amplifier relays by 'hot keying'.
Also, the Flex-1500 can not be keyed by the last event in the sequence.
Applying a PTT from the sequencer to either the MIC jack or the Flexwire
PTT
In jack will key the Flex-1500, but not key PowerSDR and transmit.

So bottom line, we need to have two programmable delays.
1) PowerSDR TX delayed from PTT inputs (CAT, flexwire HW PTT and mic PTT)
and...
2) PTT Flexwire output delayed from PTT inputs. Then we can get to a
minimum
configuration for VHF/UHF use.

Come on Flex, help us transverter operators out.  Give us that delay
between
Flexwire PTT and PowerSDR, whether PTT is initiated from MIC, Flexwire PTT
In or digital mode.  Sequencing external equipment is a basic operating
procedure that VHF/microwave enthusiasts employ.  Right now, the Flex-1500
doesn't seem to deliver that operability for a radio that was advertised as
" The FLEX-1500 comes packed with features that make it ideally positioned
to be the ultimate low cost, high performance IF deck for VHF-microwave
transverter operation. "  True, if you use just the Flex1500 with a low
power transveter and don't have expensive external equipment such as a
preamp, drivers and power amps.

If any of you Flex-1500 users have reliably conquered this problem, post up
your method(s).

73,

John N6VMO


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Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-07 Thread Graham Haddock
John:

This has been assigned software tracking item D317 and it will be fixed
before
PowerSDR 2.0 goes to official release.

--- Graham

==

On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Tim Ellison  wrote:

> The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF after PTT.
>  This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and the
> software engineers notified of it.
>
>
> -Tim
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:
> flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
> Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:16 AM
> To: 'FlexRadio Group'
> Subject: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...
>
> Gentlemen,
>
> My plans were to use the Flex-1500 for digital, CW and SSB EME (moonbounce)
> and replace my TS-790 with transverters.
> My current configuration is WSJT, VAC, Serial Port Manager and PowerSDR
> 2.0.8. This combination seems to work well together and it was time to
> interface the Flex-1500 and PowerSDR to my EME equipment.
>
> But, after several attempts to reliably interface the Flex-1500 with my
> sequencer to control my mast mounted preamp, driver amp and power amp, I
> have determined the following:
>
> When WSJT transmits, the PowerSDR and the Flex outputs Flexwire PTT out and
> RF immediately, as verified by a watt meter. The Flexwire PTT is asserted
> to
> late to start any sequencer and will cause the RF to destroy the preamp or
> amplifier relays by 'hot keying'.
> Also, the Flex-1500 can not be keyed by the last event in the sequence.
> Applying a PTT from the sequencer to either the MIC jack or the Flexwire
> PTT
> In jack will key the Flex-1500, but not key PowerSDR and transmit.
>
> So bottom line, we need to have two programmable delays.
> 1) PowerSDR TX delayed from PTT inputs (CAT, flexwire HW PTT and mic PTT)
> and...
> 2) PTT Flexwire output delayed from PTT inputs. Then we can get to a
> minimum
> configuration for VHF/UHF use.
>
> Come on Flex, help us transverter operators out.  Give us that delay
> between
> Flexwire PTT and PowerSDR, whether PTT is initiated from MIC, Flexwire PTT
> In or digital mode.  Sequencing external equipment is a basic operating
> procedure that VHF/microwave enthusiasts employ.  Right now, the Flex-1500
> doesn't seem to deliver that operability for a radio that was advertised as
> " The FLEX-1500 comes packed with features that make it ideally positioned
> to be the ultimate low cost, high performance IF deck for VHF-microwave
> transverter operation. "  True, if you use just the Flex1500 with a low
> power transveter and don't have expensive external equipment such as a
> preamp, drivers and power amps.
>
> If any of you Flex-1500 users have reliably conquered this problem, post up
> your method(s).
>
> 73,
>
> John N6VMO
>
>
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Re: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

2010-09-07 Thread Tim Ellison
The FLEX-1500 is missing the control to set the time delay of RF after PTT.  
This defect has been entered into the developers bug tracker and the software 
engineers notified of it.


-Tim


-Original Message-
From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz 
[mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of John Maetta
Sent: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:16 AM
To: 'FlexRadio Group'
Subject: [Flexradio] Flex-1500 external equipment sequencing issue...

Gentlemen,

My plans were to use the Flex-1500 for digital, CW and SSB EME (moonbounce) 
and replace my TS-790 with transverters.
My current configuration is WSJT, VAC, Serial Port Manager and PowerSDR 
2.0.8. This combination seems to work well together and it was time to 
interface the Flex-1500 and PowerSDR to my EME equipment.

But, after several attempts to reliably interface the Flex-1500 with my 
sequencer to control my mast mounted preamp, driver amp and power amp, I 
have determined the following:

When WSJT transmits, the PowerSDR and the Flex outputs Flexwire PTT out and 
RF immediately, as verified by a watt meter. The Flexwire PTT is asserted to 
late to start any sequencer and will cause the RF to destroy the preamp or 
amplifier relays by 'hot keying'.
Also, the Flex-1500 can not be keyed by the last event in the sequence. 
Applying a PTT from the sequencer to either the MIC jack or the Flexwire PTT 
In jack will key the Flex-1500, but not key PowerSDR and transmit.

So bottom line, we need to have two programmable delays.
1) PowerSDR TX delayed from PTT inputs (CAT, flexwire HW PTT and mic PTT) 
and...
2) PTT Flexwire output delayed from PTT inputs. Then we can get to a minimum 
configuration for VHF/UHF use.

Come on Flex, help us transverter operators out.  Give us that delay between 
Flexwire PTT and PowerSDR, whether PTT is initiated from MIC, Flexwire PTT 
In or digital mode.  Sequencing external equipment is a basic operating 
procedure that VHF/microwave enthusiasts employ.  Right now, the Flex-1500 
doesn't seem to deliver that operability for a radio that was advertised as 
" The FLEX-1500 comes packed with features that make it ideally positioned 
to be the ultimate low cost, high performance IF deck for VHF-microwave 
transverter operation. "  True, if you use just the Flex1500 with a low 
power transveter and don't have expensive external equipment such as a 
preamp, drivers and power amps.

If any of you Flex-1500 users have reliably conquered this problem, post up 
your method(s).

73,

John N6VMO


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