Re: [Flexradio] HRD V 5

I have HRD v5 running on my SDR-1000 using VAC and com0com. There is still the few seconds delay when PTT goes via CAT control. No delay when PTT control goes via second virtual Com port. So, for HRD, I continue using CAT except for PTT. There is no such delay on PTT with MixW nor with Multip

[Flexradio] PowerSDR Suggestions

Somewhere there must be a place for PowerSDR suggestions, but I could not find it in the KB. Anyone know where they should go??? -- Dave Gomberg, San Francisco NE5EE gomberg1 at wcf dot com All addresses, phones, etc. at http://www.wcf.com/ham/info.html -

Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR Suggestions

http://support.flex-radio.com/BugList.aspx?it=f > Date: Sun, 5 Jul 2009 06:45:14 -0700 > To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz > From: da...@wcf.com > Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR Suggestions > > > Somewhere there must be a place for PowerSDR suggestions, but I could > not find it in the KB. Anyone k

Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR Suggestions

Here is the KB article http://kc.flex-radio.com/KnowledgebaseArticle50274.aspx -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Dave Gomberg Sent: Sunday, July 05, 2009 9:45 AM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [

[Flexradio] CW zero beat

Hello, I have been playing with the zero beat on my Flex 5000a. If I use it repeatedly on the same CW signal, my ear tells me that it is finding a different solution each time. I can also see the display shifting on each attempt. I understand why a zero beat button is a nice feature, and maybe I a

[Flexradio] 32 or 64 bit ?

Hi. I got a new computer here for my F5KA. It's a 64 bit Asus P5Q with 4G of RAM. I'm now i doubt which Windows will be the best for it. Would it be a 32 or 64 Bit ?. There's no as much software for 64 as ther is for 64 bit. For an example the XP 32 or the XP 64 ?. Should it be Vists 32 or

[Flexradio] (no subject)

Harold, your MD1 is a good fit for your Flex 3000. For reference to Flex users I meet on the air who are struggling setting up their mics You said you are using the 3 band EQ ...WHAT SETTINGS LOW MID HIGH What bandwidth are you transmitting HIGH LOW MIC Gain Cpdr or DX Compressor WHAT SET

[Flexradio] 5000 Power Connector

Where can I get a power connector for the 5000? Does anyone know the molex (or other) part number? Thought the cable might be an option, but not to be found. thanks Phil K3TUF ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.fle

Re: [Flexradio] 5000 Power Connector

You can get the connector from Mouser Electronics, there part number is 571-14807020 AMP Universal MATE-N-LOCK Connector Mfg P/N:1-480702-0 Hope this helps 73's Bret WX7Y -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Ph

Re: [Flexradio] (no subject)

I have my mic Equalizer set at High +10, Med. +5, Low -2. Each hash mark on the equalizer is 3, this makes the line across all three almost straight with the center slightly elevated. Of course this will ALL change depending on your Mic and Voice, here I use the Heil Gold line. 73's Bret WX7Y

[Flexradio] Vista X64 - System Restore point "hangs" PowerSDR

I frequently leave my radio in monitoring mode on WSPR overnight (for those not familiar with WSPR, see http://www.wsprnet.org) and have attempted to do this with my Flex 5000 that I received early last week... My configuration is an Intel Dual Quad core - 2.33 GHZ running Vista X64 in 8 GB - F

Re: [Flexradio] Vista X64 - System Restore point "hangs" PowerSDR

Very interesting Stu. I have automatic restore points every 12 hours and it does NOT have any ill effects on PWSDR But I'm running XP PRO SP3 32BIT. on a Dell dual 3.2 machine. I have PWSDR and full DXLab Suite running 24/7. I've been contesting, see the restore window open, complete and close

Re: [Flexradio] Vista X64 - System Restore point "hangs" PowerSDR

I suspect its a matter of what IRQ sharing is going on. If your 1394 card is sharing an IRQ with a Sata controller used for your main drive, you are likely to see some impact. System restore just seems to never be able to work when I need it so I use Acronis True Image home with it saving a backup

Re: [Flexradio] 32 or 64 bit ?

The PowerSDR software and the FLEX Firewire driver are 100% compatible with either the 64 or 32-bit operating systems. Some third party software is not fully compatible with 64-bit operating systems or Vista (32 & 64-bit) in general. 64-bit XP was basically a Microsoft experiment for trying o

Re: [Flexradio] 32 or 64 bit ?

XP32 __ Howard S. White Ph.D. P. Eng., VE3GFW/K6 ex-AE6SM KY6LA Website: www.ky6la.com "No Good Deed Goes Unpunished" "Ham Antennas Save Lives - Katrina, 2003 & 2007 San Diego Fires, 911" -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun

Re: [Flexradio] (no subject)

Try the 10-band EQ if you want greater granularity for EQing your mic. http://kc.flex-radio.com/KnowledgebaseArticle50114.aspx -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Bret Mills Sent: Sunday, July 05, 2009 1

Re: [Flexradio] (no subject)

Jim, The MIC is actually the Yaesu MD100. I am not using the base now but I did test it with the 3000. The up and down works great and if held puts the radio in a scan like tuning mode. Yes, I am using the 3 band equalizer set to, -8, +8, +15. The MIC gain is set to 11 and no compres

Re: [Flexradio] HRD V 5

On Jul 5, 2009, at 12:48 AM, Eddy Van de Velde wrote: I have HRD v5 running on my SDR-1000 using VAC and com0com. There is still the few seconds delay when PTT goes via CAT control. No delay when PTT control goes via second virtual Com port. So, for HRD, I continue using CAT except for PTT

[Flexradio] For Sale Heil PR 781 Studio Microphone (For Ham Radio)

Heil PR 781 Studio Microphone (For Ham Radio) The PR 781 is a professional quality dynamic cardioid microphone that works well with the iC-7800 and other Elite transceivers , Heil Sound sells for $179 new.This one is in new condition and has a 6' cord Male XLR to Female XLR included (about $

[Flexradio] Flex Radio Exciting

WoW ! Check out this web sites. http://www.cqdx.it/woodbox/wbr-home-ita.html http://www.cqdx.it/woodbox/news_ita.html 73's , Bruce KL7JDR Bruce W. Mills P.O. Box 1500 31490 Echo Lake Road Soldotna , Alaska 99669 (907)262-4373 kl7...@alaska.net

Re: [Flexradio] PowerSDR Suggestions

http://support.flex-radio.com/BugList.aspx?it=f -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Dave Gomberg Sent: Sunday, July 05, 2009 9:45 AM To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: [Flexradio] PowerSDR Suggestions Somewhe

Re: [Flexradio] 32 or 64 bit ?

Thanks to all for your inputs. Tim!, do you mean to use a dual boot system ?. /Erik The PowerSDR software and the FLEX Firewire driver are 100% compatible with either the 64 or 32-bit operating systems. Some third party software is not fully compatible with 64-bit operating systems or Vista

Re: [Flexradio] (no subject)

On Jul 5, 2009, at 9:24 AM, Bret Mills wrote: I have my mic Equalizer set at High +10, Med. +5, Low -2. What are the inflection points for the three-band equalizer? Is the "high" slider even adjusting the frequency response inside the transmitter passband? Remember, your TX filter is a br

Re: [Flexradio] HRD V 5

I've added this to the HRD v5 To-Do list, I can investigate with F5JD (I sold my SDR-1000 some months ago). It's probably due to the amount of CAT commands HRD sends to the PowerSDR software. Simon Brown, HB9DRV www.ham-radio-deluxe.com On Jul 5, 2009, at 12:48 AM, Eddy Van de Velde wrote:

Re: [Flexradio] Flex Radio Exciting

On that second link, there is actually an artist drawing of the VHF/UHF upgrade. The drawing shows what looks like 2 hybrid power modules on one end. I wonder if the drawing is reasonably accurate. Jim K5HY > Date: Sun, 5 Jul 2009 10:04:14 -0800 > From: kl7...@alaska.net > To: FlexRadio@fl

[Flexradio] Flex 3000 driver installation problem...

Hello all. I'm switching from a 1000 to a 3000. The 1000 worked fine with no issues or problems. Now I'm trying to get the 3000 hooked up to the same dedicated radio computer. Problem is, the driver doesn't seem to want to install. I removed the Edirol FA-66 driver, then installed the Flex 300

Re: [Flexradio] HRD V 5

Simon Should the Flex 5000 still emulate the TS2000 when interfacing with HRD/DM780 . I noticed HRD 5.0 still only has SDR 1000 . -- Heard you on 20m PSK a couple of hours ago here in Colorado... someone was transmitting on top of you, couldn't get you Dave W0DHB Simon (HB9DRV) wrote: I

Re: [Flexradio] (no subject)

Brian, I have known Hal for 15 plus years and talked to him on the air and off the air. When he is able he attends the Dayton Hamvention with our outside flea Market Group. With his current setup he sounds very natural like he is in the room talking to me in person. This was observed on a 40 meter

[Flexradio] SOLD SOLD For Sale Heil PR 781 Studio Microphone (For Ham Radio)

SOLD SOLD ,thanks for looking ! Heil PR 781 Studio Microphone (For Ham Radio) The PR 781 is a professional quality dynamic cardioid microphone that works well with the iC-7800 and other Elite transceivers , Heil Sound sells for $179 new.This one is in new condition and has a 6' cord Male

Re: [Flexradio] [SPAM] Re: Flex Radio Exciting

That is the same CAD drawing that was on display at Dayton. Those are two PA "bricks"; one for each band. -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of Jim R Sent: Sunday, July 05, 2009 2:58 PM To: kl7...@alaska

Re: [Flexradio] Flex Radio Exciting

Hi Time, They sure have a neat website. Lot of nice products coming. Wonder if they will make a Flex-5000 with knobs ? - Hi Something like the SDR 1000 prototype the had. 73's , Bruce KL7JDR Bruce W. Mills P.O. Box 1500 31490 Echo Lake Road Soldotna , Alaska 99669 (907)262-4373 kl7

Re: [Flexradio] Flex Radio Exciting

Sorry Tim, 73's , Bruce KL7JDR Bruce W. Mills P.O. Box 1500 31490 Echo Lake Road Soldotna , Alaska 99669 (907)262-4373 kl7...@alaska.net > > Hi Tim, > > They sure have a neat website. > > Lot of nice products coming. > > Wonder if they will make a Flex-5000 with knobs ? - Hi > > Someth

Re: [Flexradio] HRD V 5

All FLEX SDRs use the same PowerSDR CAT command set (and will respond to Kenwood CAT commands too - it is bilingual). Some PowerSDR CAT commands are not available on all hardware platforms due to hardware differences. The CAT protocol really should be labeled as "PowerSDR" in HRD since that re

Re: [Flexradio] HRD V 5

Will change tomorrow. Simon Brown, HB9DRV www.ham-radio-deluxe.com - Original Message - From: "Tim Ellison" The CAT protocol really should be labeled as "PowerSDR" in HRD since that really is the "radio" per se. ___ FlexRadio Systems

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

SO2R is across 2 bands. I routinely ragchew on 80M running 1500W on ant 3 while listening on 40CW or 160 CW on the second RX searching for DX on antenna 1. I have 2 amps one in line with antenna 1 and one in line with antenna 3. To work DX I just switch the transmitter from RX1 to RX2 and tr

[Flexradio] Seeking PCI-E Firewire Recommendations

What is the best pci-e firewire card to purchase? The flex articlerecommends the Siig . Right now, that is the one I'm leaning towards. It has a Texas Instruments chip which is recommen

Re: [Flexradio] Seeking PCI-E Firewire Recommendations

Looks like a very good card to me! Neal Campbell Abroham Neal Software Programming Services for Windows, OS X and Linux www.abrohamnealsoftware.com (540) 242 0911 On Sun, Jul 5, 2009 at 5:18 PM, William MacCracken wrote: > What is the best pci-e firewire card to purchase?  The flex > article

[Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

Right now (21:42 GMT) I am tuned to 14.000 USB and there is a marine WX forecast there covering 5khz. Can anyone else hear it or is it just me? Zack N8FNR ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mai

Re: [Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

I am hearing it weakly here in Alabama at 2153Z. Too weak to copy reliably but definitely there. Listening on an IC-7000 and using a dipole antenna. 73, Ron N4RT ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/

Re: [Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

I copy it here in Northern VA running about S-9. It's distorted... must be a mistuned transmitter. Bob K8MLM In a message dated 7/5/2009 5:43:52 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, vtnn...@comcast.net writes: Right now (21:42 GMT) I am tuned to 14.000 USB and there is a marine WX forecast t

[Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

S-9 plus here in Central Indiana on a low dipole and a Mark V (no flex yet). 73 de Mike W9OJ > I copy it here in Northern VA running about S-9. It's distorted... must > be a mistuned transmitter. > > Bob > K8MLM > > > In a message dated 7/5/2009 5:43:52 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, > vtnn...@comc

Re: [Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

That station was NMN out of VA. Terribly over driven, and was 20 over here in Texas. It dropped off air at 2200z. 73, Dudley WA5QPZ vtnn...@comcast.net wrote: Right now (21:42 GMT) I am tuned to 14.000 USB and there is a marine WX forecast there covering 5khz. Can anyone else hear it or

Re: [Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

Station is S9 in NJ. It identified as Coast Guard station NMN in Chesapeake, VA. Pat WB2GBF On Sun, Jul 5, 2009 at 6:02 PM, wrote: > I copy it here in Northern VA running about S-9. It's distorted... must > be a mistuned transmitter. > > Bob > K8MLM > > > In a message dated 7/5/2009 5:43:52

Re: [Flexradio] OT: WX Intruder on 14.000mhz?

Thanks to all who replied. I was afraid that there was something worng with my 5000. 73 Zack N8FNR ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http:

Re: [Flexradio] Thanks to John Basilotto (W5GI) and Welcome to Greg Jurrens (WD0ACD)

I appreciate the time I've spent with John discussing audio settings and other issues. I got to talk with him on 20 meters when he set up the Flex 5000a at W1AW. I've also known Greg Jurrens for a number of years, because of his involvement with the Texas VHF-FM Society. That's a great choice a

Re: [Flexradio] Seeking PCI-E Firewire Recommendations

I got this one a couple weeks ago for my new Quad Q8200 computer that is essentially dedicated to my new 5000a: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4624358&CatId=510 About $35. It is the pcie x1 plug size. Works for me. Jerry W4UK At 21:18 7/5/2009, Will

Re: [Flexradio] (no subject)

On Sun, Jul 5, 2009 at 12:30 PM, Jim wrote: > Brian, I have known Hal for 15 plus years and talked to him on the air and > off the air. When he is able he attends the Dayton Hamvention with our > outside flea Market Group. > > With his current setup he sounds very natural like he is in the room >

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

Hi Lee It is good to know that you were able to RXTX duplex on the same band and that RX2 held up OK. But lets face it - you were taking a risk that the input voltage to RX2 might be high enough to damage the first SS devices in the radio. Fortunately, this turned out to be not the case. If

Re: [Flexradio] Flex 3000 driver installation problem...

Hello all. With the help of a great local ham - Mack, WB4MAK, we were able to figure out the problem. Thanks for all your help. Great information. This reflector is a wonderful asset. -Tim ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz h

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

I wasn't taking any risk. I had done this with my pair of SDR-1000's in the past without trouble and the F5K is more robust than the SDR-1000. Your presumption that the F5K has a tender front end is just your presumption. Like I said the only thing that has said boo to my radio is a lighteni

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

I've also run 1500W of full duplex with no problem ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/flexradio%40flex-radio.biz/

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

Lee, There's a handy conversion tool on the Analog Devices web site at: http://www.analog.com/Analog_Root/static/techSupport/designTools/interac tiveTools/dbconvert/dbconvert.html Converts between dBm, V peak, V rms etc. 22 dBm is very hot into 50 ohms - 8 v p-p - I've seen this fry radios in t

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

BTW, its not just SO2R - I operate on 160m and often use a K9AY loop as a separate receive antenna. Because of the levels of AM broadcast stations here in the Bay Area, I've had to add a BC band stop filter into the RX1 loop so that I don't get spurious signals generated on bands like 40m. No pro

[Flexradio] installinf power sdr

I'm putting Power sdr on a new computer, why after down loading NET v3.5 SP1 can't I unzip program. Thanks Howard ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives: h

Re: [Flexradio] installinf power sdr

If you downloaded it from Microsoft, it doesn't come in a zipped format. It is a EXE file. Make sure you are logged on with Administrator privileges and you don't have any crazy firewall/virus protection software that prevents things that change the registry from installing. -Tim -Orig

[Flexradio] Sitting on the fence...

I had a 756 Pro III, a very fine radio. I replaced it with the Flex 5K and clearly made the right decision. While, I don't work digital, I do work a lot of CW. Its a fabulous radio in a contest as it filters out the QRM with ease. The qrm just becomes non-existent and dissappearswhat mor

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

I have also done 1500W using the diversity setup, working 40 and 160M DX. Using 2 separate radios, a F5K and a SDR-1000 to work 40 or 160 DX while rag chewing on 80 I have never had any problem with the SDR-1000 (80M) getting into the F5K on 40 or 160 or with the F5K (160, 40) getting into the S

[Flexradio] USB to Serial (4 Port )

I suggest the following nuke proof USB to serial adapterThis unit is in a metal case and is isolated.. http://www.serialgear.com/Industrial-Serial-Adapters-CM-41042.html 73sWA4CAX ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

I guess you actually took the risk back when you tried the SDR-1000's, then. Actually, it seems pretty clear the 5000a has a _very_ strong front end, but that doesn't reduce the need for numbers. To me, it seems obvious that any radio designed for full duplex must have that specification. Peop

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

Na I ran full duplex 45 years ago with a S40B and a Viking II From: Jerry Flanders To: Lee A Crocker ; Flexradio Cc: ger...@flex-radio.com Sent: Sunday, July 5, 2009 10:20:23 PM Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation I guess you

Re: [Flexradio] Protecting RX2 in SO2R or other operation

I know what you mean, and I did the same and enjoyed it, but those radios were not designed for duplex even though the tubes were very tough. You were _supposed_ to use antenna switching (my first station in 1952 used a knife switch for antenna rx/tx). The 5000a is _intended_ for this service,

[Flexradio] XMIT off

Somehow I may have managed to turn transmit off on my Flex 3K running 1.18.0. MOX and TUN are greyed out and my PTT does not work. OK, what have I done wrong this time This is a great radio, but it is (as we men would say) "very high maintenance". I have had to coddle it more times tha

Re: [Flexradio] XMIT off

Dave In setup , general tab - make sure the receive only box is unchecked. If that doesn't work, try starting with a new database. Sorry for your frustration, but after having my 5000 for 18 months -- after the initial learning curve things settled in and I can just jump on and operate... Any