Re: [Flexradio] Logger32

2009-06-18 Thread Mark Gang
I run Bandmaster, Logic8 and HRD on a separate computer using a combination of DDUtil, com0com and com2tcp to link to my dedicated the PowerSdr computer. I uploaded a file called RemoteAccess.pdf showing my configuration setup to the file section of the DDUtil Yahoo group. All three programs

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Kirk K6KAR
Bob, As you are already aware, there is a group of us that are already admitted to the test group. Maybe Test SVN can be set to only allow the admitted test members. I certainly do agree that unless an individual is committed to doing tests of alpha code, comments, criticisms or requests for

Re: [Flexradio] Flex5KA, MixW and HRD - PTT Help

2009-06-18 Thread Burt
You were not stupid. Uncharacteristically Flex introduced an error in the latest released version that killed PTT. They said they would fix it 2 weeks ago in a non beta version, but have not. But have in a beta version. I wish they posted the error on their home page but have posted it

Re: [Flexradio] Flex5KA, MixW and HRD - PTT Help

2009-06-18 Thread Tim Ellison
They said they would fix it 2 weeks ago in a non beta version, but have not. This is not true. There has been a fix in the maintenance code (SVN TRUNK) for over two months. The TRUNK is NEVER beta software. It is the last production release, in this case v1.18.0 with only BUG fixes. It

Re: [Flexradio] monitoring not working for me

2009-06-18 Thread Tim Ellison
When MOX is pressed, what is the AF Gain setting showing? You may have the MON gain turned down too low. -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Jim Sent: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 11:34 PM To:

Re: [Flexradio] Logger32

2009-06-18 Thread Steve Nance
Nice work Mark, that opens up lots of possibilities. 73, Steve K5FR -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Mark Gang Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2009 2:16 AM To: w...@aol.com; flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: Re:

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Gerald Youngblood
Dear FlexRadio customers: A separate SVN Experimental/Development reflector is exactly what we plan to implement. We will work out the details and make an announcement here in the next 1-2 weeks. FlexRadio Systems is the only amateur radio company on the planet that gives its customers (and

Re: [Flexradio] Flex5KA, MixW and HRD - PTT Help

2009-06-18 Thread k1oik
My answer was not technically correct. You have to know many AVERAGE users would not have a clue what a (SVN TRUNK) is. My response was directed for the AVERAGE ham. Think AVERAGE ham, for if you do not your customer base will be too narrow to sustain your superior product. Do a poll of those

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Jun 17, 2009, at 10:38 PM, Robert McGwier wrote: I had to be persuaded but I believe it will benefit all of us. It is certainly what I would do. Reflectors are cheap and easy to set up. If one doesn't want to spend any effort we could certainly create another on google-groups or

Re: [Flexradio] Life expectancy of the relays in the 5K?

2009-06-18 Thread Burt
But if I donate my Flex to my daughter when I die, and she has children and they became hams will they still be able to use the relay? Burt --- On Thu, 6/18/09, Gerald Youngblood ger...@flex-radio.com wrote: From: Gerald Youngblood ger...@flex-radio.com Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Life

Re: [Flexradio] Flex5KA, MixW and HRD - PTT Help

2009-06-18 Thread Robert McGwier
I want to disagree with in this rare instance. THE ONLY CODE THAT IS NOT BETA IS THE FULL RELEASE WITH AN INSTALLER ON THE WEB SITE. Any and all other code should be considered Beta or Alpha. The trunk is the ONLY Beta code. The branches are all ALPHA code. Only Eric is in charge of moving

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Jesse N4BFD
I respectfully disagree ...I don't think there should be any restrictions on who gets to test software, if someone is savy enough to figure out how to navigate the SVN process, they probably should be able to test the software. The more you restrict that base of people, the less you have, and the

Re: [Flexradio] Life expectancy of the relays in the 5K?

2009-06-18 Thread Robert McGwier
If you are like me, you are going to spend all of your kids and grandkids inheritance given the RIDICULOUS state of the health care for the elderly in the US so you might want it to be the centerpiece of your estate (where it belongs). ;-). Bob N4HY On Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 12:20 PM, Burt

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Dave Gomberg
At 22:38 6/17/2009, Robert McGwier wrote: I had to be persuaded but I believe it will benefit all of us. The use of the test branch by people running contests and hunting vital DX or worse yet, doing ARES work just sent shivers down my spine. It is time for a fork in the road. IBM

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Bret Mills
It is not up to me by no means but I think simpley to select the Alpha test group Email reflector users, would be to only put people in it that have sent bugs to the Bug tracker in the last 6 months or something like that. 73's Bret WX7Y Other wise you have just another group of users who

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Carl , WCØV
I think what Bob is getting at is the need to very clearly distinquish all the trial (Alpha) efforts from fully released versions so that newcomers to Flex products don't hit the panic button so quickly when a particular Alpha doesn't work for some reason or other. The warnings you get on

[Flexradio] RX1, RX2, VAC, and audio output

2009-06-18 Thread Brian Lloyd
I am trying to monitor several things at the same time. I am using RX1 to monitor the 20M Olivia calling frequency but I am also trying to use RX2 to monitor for 10M band openings. I want to hear RX2 but want to mute RX1 to the speaker while sending the RX1 low-IF stream through VAC to

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Jack Haverty
Gerald et al, Thanks for a great product. The Flex-3000 rekindled my interest in HF after 30+ years in self-confinement in 2M emergency activities. My new Flex-3000 is fantastic - even with the quick-and-dirty longwire at 15 feet that I'm using as a temporary antenna. I've worked more

[Flexradio] Processor

2009-06-18 Thread MILLER, Tom
Is a dual Xeon 3200DP 3.2GHz fast enough? Tom AC5TM Tom Miller 504 715-7185 ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

Re: [Flexradio] Processor

2009-06-18 Thread Tim Ellison
You should have no problems with that PC. -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of MILLER, Tom Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2009 3:10 PM To: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] Processor Is a dual Xeon

Re: [Flexradio] FlexRadio Digest, Vol 50, Issue 18

2009-06-18 Thread Mark Amos
Gerald, Great idea! A few years ago we outsourced our IT Service Desk, but people kept calling the folks they knew that could help them solve problems (often these are busy developers and operations folks who have other work to do.) That kept happening until the developers stopped

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Mike Naruta
That sort of models the modern amateur radio transceiver manufacturers. You may get an upgrade infrequently, after it has been tested many times. We are familiar with that process. One group of hams are attracted to the Flex-Radio products because of the performance and features. Another

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Gerald Youngblood
Mike, I am sure we can find a happy medium that meets the interests of both groups. We will put a lot of thought into it, taking into account all of the comments we are getting on the subject. Foremost, there needs to be some qualification of who fits in which group and where they communicate.

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Peter G. Viscarola
Reflexively, I disliked the idea of quashing the SVN talk on this list. But as I started to think about it more, it began to make sense: How many people REALLY want to watch the sausage being made? Even open source loving Linux users don't all want to belong to the linux-kernel list. Some people

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread k5nwa
On 6/18/2009 4:04 PM, Peter G. Viscarola wrote: about what needs done in the next revision of the kernel. So... sure. Move the dev talk to another list. That'd be sensible. But restrict who can join? I think that'd be a darn shame. Peter K1PGV I would also vote no to restricting the

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Gerald Youngblood
I doubt that we would limit customers from joining the new experimental/prototype list so long as they are willing to follow the rules for participating in the list. Gerald Gerald Youngblood, K5SDR President FlexRadio Systems 13091 Pond Springs Rd. #250 Austin, TX 78729 Phone: 512-535-4713

[Flexradio] Question abt Demo mode

2009-06-18 Thread jim
Will the Demo run with only the sound cards in the list? from the shack of WB5AAA 73 de JIM ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

[Flexradio] WOO HOO! F3K arrives next Tue

2009-06-18 Thread Mark Lunday
Just got the confirmation from UPS today. 4 weeks since ordering. This BB has really been helpful in ramping up in advance, although I am certain I will have some novice questions once I get started. Mark Lunday WD4ELG mailto:wd4...@arrl.net wd4...@arrl.net http://wd4elg.net

[Flexradio] Receiver Quieting?

2009-06-18 Thread Ernie Stedman
Hi all, First let me say I am enjoying my Flex radio greatly. It has been a true pleasure to be a part of this exciting evolution of radio. I would like some help understanding a phenomenon I am seeing that just started with version 1.18.0. After reading what Frank, WA3JBT posted about the AGC

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Dave Gomberg
At 13:20 6/18/2009, Mike Naruta wrote: What if instead of talking about SVN or alpha versions, we called it experimental or prototype versions? How about truth-in-labeling and call them bug testing versions -- Dave Gomberg, San Francisco NE5EE gomberg1 at wcf dot com All

Re: [Flexradio] Question abt Demo mode

2009-06-18 Thread Tim Ellison
Use the unsupported sound card. There is a video that shows how to set it up. http://www.flex-radio.com/Products.aspx?topic=powersdr1x_testdrive -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of jim Sent: Thursday,

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Howard S. White
I do agree that for marketing purposes you need to separate the Support Reflector from the Experimental Group. There are a lot of people who do not understand the difference between Support and Experimentaion and it is pretty obvious that your competitors are pointing to the bugs incurred in

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Burt
You are above the rest, don't get too cautious. Bugs are OK, it shows you are progressing Burt --- On Thu, 6/18/09, Gerald Youngblood ger...@flex-radio.com wrote: From: Gerald Youngblood ger...@flex-radio.com Dear FlexRadio customers: A separate SVN Experimental/Development reflector is

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Jun 18, 2009, at 4:24 PM, Howard S. White wrote: I do agree that for marketing purposes you need to separate the Support Reflector from the Experimental Group. There are a lot of people who do not understand the difference between Support and Experimentaion and it is pretty obvious that

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Jun 18, 2009, at 4:46 PM, Brian Lloyd wrote: But there is another way to think about this. Yes, it may scare someone off but I can't imagine it scaring off someone who really should buy a Flex radio. If it scares a potential buyer, maybe you don't really want that buyer. In my

[Flexradio] 5000A

2009-06-18 Thread STORMYX
Hi everyonejust wanted to say I am really enjoying radio again because of the 5000AGREAT RADIO! I never get tired of getting good reports! Thanks Flex, Leon, N5PU ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz

Re: [Flexradio] Alpha Code Discussions

2009-06-18 Thread Brian C
Bob has a good point. We don't want to scare away potential users by talking about broken code without a clear understanding that we're talking about 'Alpha Code' or 'Experimental Code.' However, two lists might be cumbersome and add to the confusion. I believe it's all in the semantics. When

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread k4elo
Two groups would be good. It would be easier at least for me to keep track of what's where. You could consider restricting membership in the 'development' list to Flex owners. 73 Wayne K4ELO 73, Wayne K4ELO k4...@fastmail.fm ___ FlexRadio Systems

Re: [Flexradio] All using SVN 3166 or higher

2009-06-18 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Jun 18, 2009, at 4:50 PM, Brian Lloyd wrote: On Jun 18, 2009, at 4:46 PM, Brian Lloyd wrote: But there is another way to think about this. Yes, it may scare someone off but I can't imagine it scaring off someone who really should buy a Flex radio. If it scares a potential buyer, maybe

[Flexradio] Remote Operation

2009-06-18 Thread Ed Helms
Here is a FYI on my remote setup...I bought and still have a Omni IV ( that is for sale )and set it up for remote operation per their advertisement and techs that told me how great it would work remote...after 6 months of myself and a guru IT friend of mine working with it, we still had continued

[Flexradio] SDR-1000 For Sale

2009-06-18 Thread Bob Tracy
I have an early (4 pin mic connector) SDR-1000 with 100 watt PA, updated oscillator with thermistor, and external oscillator option. Included is an Edirol FA-66 and all the necessary cables for hookup. I calibrated the unit and checked it out on the air two weeks ago, everything is in fine

[Flexradio] 1.18.1 up

2009-06-18 Thread Geep Howell
Version 1.18.1 is now up as the current software release on the Flex website. Thanks guys! ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

[Flexradio] (no subject)

2009-06-18 Thread Mike King
This email was sent from my iPod TouchI'm probably sitting on my couch... Mike - KM0T - 73 ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

Re: [Flexradio] Flex5KA, MixW and HRD - PTT Help

2009-06-18 Thread Tom O'Boyle
Thanks for the info. I guess I haven't lost my mind. I'll wait for 18.1 to get released. 73 de Tom, N9GUN On Jun 18, 2009, at 11:22 AM, Robert McGwier wrote: I want to disagree with in this rare instance. THE ONLY CODE THAT IS NOT BETA IS THE FULL RELEASE WITH AN INSTALLER ON THE WEB

[Flexradio] Processor

2009-06-18 Thread Steven O'Neal
Processor is not the only part of the equation to answering the do I have enough computer fire power for a flex. I am finding with my FLex 3000 that the video card is also an important componet. I run about 10 to 15 percent load on a AMD 6000+ but am seeing a few DPC hits and an occasional

[Flexradio] CRT monitor RFI

2009-06-18 Thread William MacCracken
I recently added a CRT monitor to my laptop for use with my Flex. I discovered today the monitor is causing noise on 6m. There is a grinding hum 50.047000 which reappears every 48 kHz. It is only audible when the antenna ( a field day antenna temporarily set up just outside) is pointed back at