[Flexradio] What are your preferred settings with the W2IHY boxes?

In researching the posts on this reflector I have not found this information readily available so therefore I thought I would ask. I would like to hear from you concerning your personal experience in setting up the W2IHY 8-Band EQ and EQPlus boxes for smooth clean audio with your favorite

[Flexradio] What is causing a constant pulsing tone only on LSB?

I was in a 40m SSB QSO today with my Flex 5000A when I heard a constant pulsing tone around -1440 to -1450 Hertz below my tuned frequency. I can also see it on the Panadapter and it appears in the same location in the bandpass regardless of where you tune the VFO. It sounds like a continuous

[Flexradio] Just how much DC Power Supply sag is acceptable?

I use an Astron RS-50M DC supply with my 5000A. With 100 watts tune carrier into a dummy load the supply voltage drops from 13.7 to 13.3 DC Volts as seen using the radio's cntrl-shift-I window. The Astron's Amp meter shows 7 amps under the 100 watt load and the Astron's Volt meter doesn't budge

[Flexradio] What is the DDS Clock Offset value used in YOUR Flex 5000A?

I would be very interested in hearing from a number of people regarding the value of DDS Clock Offset they may be using in the Expert mode to to achieve and maintain a precise Phase relationship with WWV's carrier at 10 or 15 MHz? I have found a number of values that seem to work from very low to

[Flexradio] Need further info on EXT REF INPUT for 10 MHz input

Unless I missed it I didn't see any specific setup information in the 5000A User's Manual for using the EXT REF INPUT with a GPS based 10 MHz signal standard. Do you have to turn on this connection within PowerSDR? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks and 73, Bob, KW4CQ

[Flexradio] How do I get MIC GAIN in PSDR to stay on a set value?

Whenever I change bands or transmit profiles the value of MIC GAIN under Mode Specific Controls changes from the value I set to something else. I would like to be able to set in one mic gain value and have PSDR always save and use that value irrespective of band or profile changes. Can this be

[Flexradio] 10 Meter Beacons strong today

Anyone for a QSO with your Flex on the 10m band? The band has been hot lately. I'm in Virginia and right now (1 PM Eastern Time) I can hear strong Beacon signals from Florida to California and in between. Park your Flex's Panadapter on 28.250 MHz and watch all those Beacon's ID'ing from 28.200

[Flexradio] Is there a difference between BAL input and Microphone input?

While monitoring my transmit audio in my Flex 5000A I have noticed a bit of difference in sound (fidelity?) when using the BAL vs. the front panel Microphone input. Does the BAL input bypass any microphone preamplifier circuitry that may be used by the front panel Mic input? Thanks and 73, Bob,

[Flexradio] Hearing a very brief bust of audio from adjacent frequency signal when tuning with mouse wheel.

I am hearing a strange phenomenon when tuning with the mouse wheel on my Flex 5000A with PSDR v1.10.4. While listening on a quiet 20m SSB frequency for example if I rock the mouse wheel back and forth slowly just one click I can hear a very brief burst of audio from a relatively strong (S7 or

[Flexradio] SOLD: Poor Man's UCB for your SDR-1000

The UCB has been sold. Thanks for your response everyone. 73, Bob KW4CQ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

[Flexradio] For Sale: Poor Man's UCB for your SDR-1000

Plugs into the X2 connector on the back of your SDR-1000 to safely key your linear amplifier. Bought it already assembled and I have never used it. I can email you the schematic and photos if interested. If you can use it the price is $30.00 plus $6.00 shipping via USPS Priority Mail. Bob

[Flexradio] Sold: SDR-1000, Edirol FA66 and OCXO kit

Sold it. Thanks everyone for the big response. The SDR-1000 is still a much sought after gem of a radio. 73, Bob ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

[Flexradio] For Sale: SDR-1000, Edirol FA66 and OCXO kit

Less than a year old and absolutely in like new condition, Flex SDR-1000 w/100 watt PA (no ATU) and an Edirol FA-66 fire wire sound interface. As an added bonus, I will include a brand new Bliley 40 MHz ultra high stability OCXO kit with assembly sheet. The Bliley OCXO can easily be connected

[Flexradio] Typo Correction: SDR-1000, Edirol FA66 and OCXO kit

Sorry, Bliley OCXO should state 100 MHz and not 40 MHz. Less than a year old and absolutely in like new condition, Flex SDR-1000 w/100 watt PA (no ATU) and an Edirol FA-66 fire wire sound interface. As an added bonus, I will include a brand new Bliley 100 MHz ultra high stability OCXO kit with

[Flexradio] Does anyone have a download link for IP-Sound (VoIP software)?

I am in the process of setting up my Flex SDR-1000 to use for internet remote access while traveling away from home on vacation trips, etc. I am using LogMeIn software (the free version) on my laptop PC and on my home PC for the control interface with PowerSDR and it very simple to install and it

[Flexradio] Where can I get a copy of VAC for Idiots?

I am interested in learning as much about VAC from newbie perspective on the subject. Is there a single document somewhere that presents all I need to know about VAC in a concise easy-to-read manner to: acquire the software, understand its structure along with its various input/output channel

[Flexradio] SDR1000: High spike at 11 KHz upon PTT release?

While using my SDR-1000 on SSB I am seeing on the Panadapter (and hearing in my headphones) a fairly high spike in the 11KHz hump area when I release my footswitch. The spike appears to be about 50 dB higher than my baseline on the Panadapter. What's causing this? Is it potentially dangerous to

[Flexradio] SDR-1000 receiver dead for about 30 seconds when PowerSDR Start button is clicked.

I'm suddenly experiencing a anomaly with the SDR1K receiver taking 30 or 40 seconds to come on after I launch PowerSDR and click on the START button. During that 30 or 40 seconds the receiver is dead, reading -200 dBm on the S-meter, and there is no Transmit power output available on Tune. After

[Flexradio] FW: SDR-1000 receiver dead for about 30 seconds whenPowerSDR Start button is clicked.

To: Robert Cleve; Flexradio Subject: RE: [Flexradio] SDR-1000 receiver dead for about 30 seconds whenPowerSDR Start button is clicked. Two Questions: Are you using a parallel or usb-to-parallel control cable? Have you tried creating a new database? -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

[Flexradio] Anyone experimented with the NR settings under the Setup/DSP/Options tab?

I would appreciate hearing from anyone who may have run some tests to determine the optimal setting(s) for the Noise Reduction (NR) feature vs. ARC-T values in PowerSDR, especially under various band noise conditions. Thanks and 73, Bob, KW4CQ ___

[Flexradio] SDR1K Hearing Click and Seeing a Power Spike Upon PTT Release

Running here PowerSDR ver. 1.10.3, Windows XP, Edirol FA-66 at 192K. I am hearing a fairly loud click or pop in the headphones when PTT is released. I can see the effects of this spike briefly on the Panadapter display and I also notice the FwdPwr and MIC meter spikes full scale when this

[Flexradio] Touch Screen Monitor and PowerSDR anyone?

I would like to hear from anyone who may be using a touch screen monitor with PowerSDR. Does it work and if so, how well? Here is a link to a web site that offers touch screen add-on devices for monitors up to 22 that people may find interesting. Just apply it to your monitor's screen, plug in

[Flexradio] Can't find/delete firmware version 1.1.4 on hard drive

I downloaded and installed firmware ver. 1.1.4 to replace ver. 1.1.0 installed during my Flex 5000A installation. Now, when I close down PowerSDR Beta v1.10.3 SVN 1606 and then bring it back up I can no longer get any HPA power output. All receive functions remain normal however. When I close

[Flexradio] FW: 5000A sudden loss of TX power output all bands

How do I open up the Flex 5000A cabinet in order to inspect the ATU board for loose connections? I don't want to damage the cabinet. Bob, KW4CQ -Original Message- From: Robert Cleve [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 8:53 PM To: John Subject: 5000A sudden loss

[Flexradio] Can we see an advance copy of the Flex-5000 User's Manual?

Question for FRS: It sure would be nice to be able to bone up on the workings of the Flex-5000 prior to having the hardware delivered. Is there any chance we can see at least a draft copy of the User's Manual? 73...Bob...KW4CQ -- next part -- An HTML attachment was

[Flexradio] Getting strange 60 Hz buzz on WWV's signal

When I tune in WWV on either 15 MHz or 10 MHz WWV's carrier is accompanied by what sounds like a fairly strong 60 Hz buzz modulating their carrier. When I tune off their carrier the buzzing modulation disappears. I don't get this phenomenon on any other carrier, on any other band or mode, receive

[Flexradio] Need you recommendation on a new PC for Flex-5000

Now that I am in the queue to receive a new Flex-5000 I believe it is time to retire my old wimpy Athelon PC with Windows XP Home Edition and upgrade to a new machine capable of supporting the Flex-5000. I'd also like to run my SDR-1000 at same time on the same PC, i.e., two instances of PowerSDR

[Flexradio] Wanted: SDR-1K 100 watt with Antenna Tuner

Looking for a REALLY good buy on a late (last 6 months) production SDR-1000, must be 100-watt model and must have built-in antenna tuner and cables. I do NOT need the sound card, which you can easily sell separately. Prefer to make payment via PayPal. Price and details to KW4CQ at arrl dot net.

[Flexradio] FAQ Questions: Will FLEX-5000 hardware be user upgradeable?

Questions for the FAQ list: Will the FLEX-5000 be capable of being upgraded to a C or D model? Will a user be able to upgrade the 5000 hardware himself or will it require a return to the factory? 73, Bob KW4CQ -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL:

[Flexradio] Tune Step sizes changes erratically with mouse wheel rotation

I just installed a new M.S. Optical mouse and Intellipoint software that came with it on the PC I normally use with my SDR1K. If I rotate the mouse wheel too fast I loose the incremental change (1 KHz/click) I set it for and the Tune Step jumps to 5 KHz or 9 Khz. Has anyone run into this before

Re: [Flexradio] Tune Step sizes changes erratically with mouse wheel rotation

[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:07 PM To: Robert Cleve Cc: Flexradio Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Tune Step sizes changes erratically with mouse wheel rotation Bob, If you push the wheel in, it will change the tuning increment. Probably, in your enthusiasm to turn it fast

Re: [Flexradio] Tune Step sizes changes erratically with mouse wheel rotation PROBLEM SOLVED

in helping. Bob, KW4CQ -Original Message- From: Tom Thompson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 2:07 PM To: Robert Cleve Cc: Flexradio Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Tune Step sizes changes erratically with mouse wheel rotation Bob, If you push the wheel

Re: [Flexradio] [FlexRadio] PowerSDR Equalizer does not save settings for later recall

Tim, If you mean by going into the Setup menu and clicking on Apply and then OK then this doesn't work for me. Doing that, and then after choosing a different Transmit Profile, causes the saved EQ settings to disappear. When I go back to the Transmit Profile where I had originally saved the EQ

[Flexradio] PowerSDR Equalizer does not save settings for later recall

PowerSDR does not seem to let you save changes you make in the Equalizer settings. I have noticed that after clicking on Enable and entering some EQ settings using the sliders that the settings disappear when switching between various filter settings in the Transmit Profile drop down window. The

[Flexradio] Getting High SWR into AL-1200 linear only on 17m band and SDR1K folds back.

Two things happening when I try to drive my Ameritron AL-1200 linear amp on 17m with the SDR1K. The Fwd SWR reads 2.7 on TUNE and after a few seconds on tune I get HIGH SWR showing 3.2 and the SDR1K's power drops about 50%. This happens only on the 17m band with the SDR1K driving the amplifier.

[Flexradio] Recommendations on keying AL-1200 amp with X2 on SDR1K?

Can the Ameritron AL-1200 be safely keyed directly from the X2 connector on the SDR-1000 or is a keying buffer device required? 73, Bob, KW4CQ -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL:

[Flexradio] VOX causes MOX to hang up (any suggestions?)

I have only just now tried using VOX operation with PowerSDR Beta 1.6.3. and when using the VOX slider under Mode Specific Controls there is no response, i.e., no TX keying. Going into Setup/Transmit under the VOX setup section I tried turning on the VOX Enabled option. This immediately causes

[Flexradio] Annoying audio anomaly after changing to another PC

I have switched running PowerSDR Beta 1.6.3 from my P4 computer to an older AMD Sempron 2400 1.6 GHz + 1 MB DDRAM and unlike when monitoring my transmit audio using the P4 computer I now get a very short whooshing or swishing sound immediately after every spoken word. I use the Edirol FA66 audio

[Flexradio] Still getting too much latency with Edirol FA-66

I have been using the FA-66 successfully here for the past several weeks but I am still experiencing too much latency (about 300 ms. or more) while monitoring TX audio via the FA-66's headphone jack. Along with the FA-66 initial settings suggested by FlexRadio here are the parameters I am using:

[Flexradio] PowerSDR SVN 701 WAV records and plays back on different frequencies

If you record a WAV file and save it for playback over the air it will transmit on the same frequency that it was recorded on. However, when it is played back without activating MOX or PTT (e.g., just for listening purposes) it will shift the transmission down the band 10 or 20 KHz and display it