[Flexradio] Alternate WSPR (digital) program for other radios

2011-12-08 Thread John Pratt
Greetings to all, Recently purchased the Flex 1500, really love the rig! I have managed (with help) to get the WSPR program up and configured for the Flex, it is working great. My problem is that I need another WSPR program configured for the computer sound card and interface so I can use the

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread William H. Fite
Noisome might be a better description as others on the reflector are probably sick of hearing Duane and me go back and forth on this topic. On 12/8/11, Ross Stenberg ross.stenb...@charter.net wrote: Sounds kind of noisy to me (pun intended) Well I really don't like headphones for one, and

Re: [Flexradio] Alternate WSPR (digital) program for other radios

2011-12-08 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 6:35 AM, John Pratt jpratt1...@charter.net wrote: Greetings to all, Recently purchased the Flex 1500, really love the rig! I have managed (with help) to get the WSPR program up and configured for the Flex, it is working great. My problem is that I need another WSPR

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 7:01 AM, William H. Fite omni...@gmail.com wrote: Noisome might be a better description as others on the reflector are probably sick of hearing Duane and me go back and forth on this topic. Oh, not at all William. I am enjoying it. As a result I have learned new and

Re: [Flexradio] Alternate WSPR (digital) program for other radios

2011-12-08 Thread Mathias Krüger
Hi John, have a look here: http://wsprnet.org/drupal/node/3176 It is the WSPR forum and describes how it works... Regards Mathias 2011/12/8 John Pratt jpratt1...@charter.net Greetings to all, Recently purchased the Flex 1500, really love the rig! I have managed (with help) to get the WSPR

Re: [Flexradio] Alternate WSPR (digital) program for other radios

2011-12-08 Thread Tony Estep
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 8:35 AM, John Pratt jpratt1...@charter.net wrote: I guess that I would have to download another program and put it in a folder,etc.,.. === John, your guess may be right. However, here's a possibility: There's a file called wspr.ini found in the wspr directory. You

[Flexradio] Amendment to Alternate WSPR programs

2011-12-08 Thread John Pratt
Greetings, I need to rephrase a question that I just posted concerning two WSPR programs on the same computer. I do not intend to run these at the same time, just wanted to have one configured for the Flex rig and one configured for the Icom which uses a conventional interface and the computer

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread William H. Fite
One could doubtless get quieter fans with damper mounts, as well, but I'd want guidance from FRS to assure that they met the airflow requirements. On 12/7/11, Brett Gazdzinski brett.gazdzin...@verizon.net wrote: My 3000 is close to the operating position and I find the fans on the loud side.

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Burt
No keep going, I am one of your greatest fans Burt Brevity is the soul of wit-Shakespeare If you are too big for a small job, you are too small for a big job. --- On Thu, 12/8/11, William H. Fite omni...@gmail.com wrote: Noisome might be a better description as others on the reflector are

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Jerry Flanders
Damper mounts are pretty easy to make with RTV Silicone if there is enough room around the fan - unscrew it, suspend it, put globs of the RTV to support it, then let it thoroughly set before removing the temporary suspenders. Not recommended while under warranty. Also might not withstand

[Flexradio] Mic Gain Settings

2011-12-08 Thread Joe Word
I have been told there is a write-up on how to set-up the various mic levels (mic gain, EQ, Mixer and etc), could some one point me to this? Joe N9VX ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz

Re: [Flexradio] Mic Gain Settings

2011-12-08 Thread Erik Jakobsen
On 12/8/2011 6:54 PM, Joe Word wrote: I have been told there is a write-up on how to set-up the various mic levels (mic gain, EQ, Mixer and etc), could some one point me to this? Joe N9VX ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz

[Flexradio] Heil Goldline Elite

2011-12-08 Thread Scott Simmons - WA4DOS
Flexers, Has anyone had used the new Heil Goldline PLUS with their Flex? Do you like it? Thanks Scott S. - WA4DOS Ps. 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. ___ FlexRadio

[Flexradio] Heil Goldline Elite

2011-12-08 Thread Scott Simmons - WA4DOS
Flexers, My mistake on previous post the Heil Goldline Elite with the new HC6/HC5 combination.Any experiences with it? Yes or no? Thanks Scott S. - WA4DOS Ps. 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Alfred Green
Another solution is to develop tinnitus. After well over three decades in industrial control, much being spent around paper machines, I have a constant ringing in my ears that completely swamps any PC or radio fan noise. I just turn the speaker volume up or wear headphones. 73 Alf NU8I

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread William H. Fite
As you know, tinnitus bothers the heck of some people while others (like me) just ignore it. Interestingly, one of the standard treatments for tinnitus in people who are seriously impaired by it is to mask it with white noise. Once again, this demonstrates the extent to which such matters are

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Alfred Green
On 12/7/2011 6:04 PM, Brett Gazdzinski wrote: Besides the power button, there is no reason to look at or have to get at the thing, unlike other radios... I don't even use the power button. The few times I've turned it off, eg. if I go away for a weekend, has been by killing the power to

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread William H. Fite
Also, many fans designed for computer use are supplied with dampers or shock mounts. Two that I particularly like because they are high quality and very quiet are Cougar and Noctua. The latter is about twice the cost of the former, both are excellent, the Noctua lasts longer. Fan noise is often

Re: [Flexradio] Amendment to Alternate WSPR programs

2011-12-08 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 8:36 AM, John Pratt jpratt1...@charter.net wrote: Greetings, I need to rephrase a question that I just posted concerning two WSPR programs on the same computer. I do not intend to run these at the same time, just wanted to have one configured for the Flex rig and one

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 10:39 AM, Alfred Green n...@cox.net wrote: On 12/7/2011 6:04 PM, Brett Gazdzinski wrote: Besides the power button, there is no reason to look at or have to get at the thing, unlike other radios... I don't even use the power button. The few times I've turned it off,

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Lee Mushel
Gentlemen, I think we have enough opinions on the subject of fan noise now so that conclusions can be drawn and we can move on to other subjects like 1500 CW problems, what microphone to use and several others of your choice. I will admit to being fascinated by some of the comments since I

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 12:04 PM, Lee Mushel herbe...@centurytel.net wrote: Gentlemen, I think we have enough opinions on the subject of fan noise now so that conclusions can be drawn and we can move on to other subjects like 1500 CW problems, what microphone to use and several others of your

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Alfred Green
On 12/8/2011 11:44 AM, Brian Lloyd wrote: On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 10:39 AM, Alfred Green n...@cox.net mailto:n...@cox.net wrote: On 12/7/2011 6:04 PM, Brett Gazdzinski wrote: Besides the power button, there is no reason to look at or have to get at the thing, unlike

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread K8MLM
Tinnitus is actually your ear - brain compo compensation for the quiet. The system wants some sound. How about plain bourbon in place of eggnog? Much simpler. Bob In a message dated 12/8/2011 1:31:44 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, omni...@gmail.com writes: As you know, tinnitus

[Flexradio] Linear amp for Flex 1500

2011-12-08 Thread joe_hank...@lexcominc.net
For those considering an amplifier for their 1500, I've found the Ten-Tec 405 to fit the bill quite nicely. With the 1500, it delivers 30-50 clean watts. All it requires is 12 volts at 8 amps, and is quite compact. It's got both a power meter and an SWR meter, and has a band switch for 10-80

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Ray, K9DUR
Alf, Try RL Electronics (http://randl.com). They have them for about $45. 73, Ray, K9DUR http://k9dur.info ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.biz/mailman/listinfo/flexradio_flex-radio.biz Archives:

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Tim McDonough N9PUZ
On 12/8/2011 12:39 PM, Alfred Green wrote: The main reason I have it accessible is for the microphone jack. I have a single MH-31 that I share between the F3K, my F1500 and my FT817. If someone knows of a source I would like to get a couple more.

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread William H. Fite
Because if you drink eggnog, as opposed to straight bourbon you get all the nourishment you need and you don't have to take time out from drinking to eat food. (Contesters understand this phenomenon--XYL delivering sandwichs and sodas, coffee can under the desk--but the remainder of the civilized

Re: [Flexradio] Amendment to Alternate WSPR programs

2011-12-08 Thread Steven Hess
John I am pretty sure WSPR asks what directory you want to install WSPR to during the installation process. Tell it WSPR2 then navigate to the folder it installs in and link the exe from WSPR2 to your desktop after the install. You will have two config files and can avoid having to change thing

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Burt
Are you supposed to add alcohol to the egg nog? --- On Thu, 12/8/11, William H. Fite omni...@gmail.com wrote: Bottom line:  If you think it is going to bother you, it is going to bother you. I recommend eggnog therapy in all such cases.  Two or three cups and you won't give a damn

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread William H. Fite
We've already added lots but, sure, pour in some more. On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 4:36 PM, Burt k1...@yahoo.com wrote: Are you supposed to add alcohol to the egg nog? --- On Thu, 12/8/11, William H. Fite omni...@gmail.com wrote: Bottom line: If you think it is going to bother you, it is

Re: [Flexradio] 3000 or 5000

2011-12-08 Thread Jim Jannuzzo
Or you could buy four silicon fan screw replacers from Newegg for 5 bucks. They also oop out without a trace. Date: Thu, 8 Dec 2011 12:09:40 -0500 To: omni...@gmail.com; brett.gazdzin...@verizon.net From: jefland...@comcast.net CC: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: Re: [Flexradio] 3000

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Larry Otto
Brian : Because of the US Rifle, caliber 30, M1, Sir ! - Fan noise doesn't seem to be a problem with me. We didn't even think about ear plugs. 73 W8LO Larry - Original Message - From: Brian Lloyd brian-wb6...@lloyd.com To: Lee Mushel herbe...@centurytel.net Cc:

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Tim McDonough N9PUZ
The egg nog just adds some color to the alcohol so it's easier to tell when your glass is empty. Tim N9PUZ On 12/8/2011 3:36 PM, Burt wrote: Are you supposed to add alcohol to the egg nog? --- On Thu, 12/8/11, William H. Fiteomni...@gmail.com wrote: Bottom line: If you think it is going

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Ross Stenberg
I think that Burt wins the award for brevity. On 12/8/2011 11:09 AM, Burt wrote: No keep going, I am one of your greatest fans Burt Brevity is the soul of wit-Shakespeare If you are too big for a small job, you are too small for a big job. ___

Re: [Flexradio] microphones headsets - connect to radio or computer?

2011-12-08 Thread Tim Ellison, W4TME
If your PC and external sound devices do not impart unacceptable latency, then the only real cons for configuring the AF signal paths this way are: - More input lines on the PC that can be ingress points for RFI - The D/A and A/Ds in the FLEX-3000 probably have greater dynamic range than the

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Brian Lloyd
On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 3:30 PM, Ross Stenberg ross.stenb...@charter.netwrote: I think that Burt wins the award for brevity. Mmmm, egg nog. -- Brian Lloyd, WB6RQN/J79BPL 3191 Western Dr. Cameron Park, CA 95682 br...@lloyd.com +1.767.617.1365 (Dominica) +1.916.877.5067 (USA)

Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise

2011-12-08 Thread Ron Kolarik
Ayup Ron K0IDT - Original Message - From: Ross Stenberg ross.stenb...@charter.net To: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2011 5:30 PM Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Fan noise I think that Burt wins the award for brevity. On 12/8/2011 11:09 AM, Burt wrote: No keep

Re: [Flexradio] microphones headsets - connect to radio or computer?

2011-12-08 Thread Bill Ackerman
Thanks, Tim. Some additional discussion if you don't mind: 1. More input lines on PC True, but the input is digital. Am I right that digital input into the PC would be less susceptible to RFI than analog input into the radio? Regardless, RFI has not reared its ugly head in my shack, but I've

[Flexradio] Them or me?

2011-12-08 Thread Steven Hess
The panafall screen capture at the URL was in the presence of a S-9 signal. Was it PowerSDR, my Flex-3000 or their signal causing these images to appear in the panafall? http://www.slhess.com/pictures/KE6GLA.jpg Their signal is not distorted. Steven -- Steven L Hess ARS KC6KGE

Re: [Flexradio] Them or me?

2011-12-08 Thread Ron Kolarik
My vote is for them.S-9 WSPR signal?? Way too many WSPR transmissions are overdriven. Why anyone needs to run yet another beacon service is beyond me, especially on 30m. Ron K0IDT - Original Message - From: Steven Hess flameb...@gmail.com To: FlexRadio reflector