Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control?

"Since is this code is very early and VERY experimental, don't complain about it. This is definitely a "FlexEdge" list item. I will say no more about it here." Ditto. If you look at it funny, it will forget the phase and gain settings and go out of null. The quintessential example of alpha cod

Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control?

On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 4:49 PM, Joe Roth-WC4R wrote: > Definitely needs to become a button on the PSDR screen in RX2. > The "beam steering" diversity code is *VERY* experimental. It is strictly proof-of-concept. It is very touchy to adjust and until you get in the ballpark, you will find it ap

Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control?

Thanks, I'll try it! *B KK2QQ From: br...@lloyd.com [mailto:br...@lloyd.com] On Behalf Of Brian Lloyd Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 7:37 PM To: Bradley Feldman Cc: flexradio@flex-radio.biz Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control? On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 3:11 PM, Bradley Feldma

Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control?

Michael: Yes, that's where I saw it, but I didn't catch anything in the docs yet. *B KK2QQ From: Michael Moore [mailto:mmmoor...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 7:41 PM To: Bradley Feldman Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SD0V2

Re: [Flexradio] Diversity Control?

On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 3:11 PM, Bradley Feldman < brad...@bradleyloritheo.com> wrote: > I saw a screenshot from somebody's setup using RX2 and a "diversity > control" > window. Is that part of PowerSDR 2.0.16? If so, how do I activate it? > CTL-Alt-R -- Brian Lloyd, WB6RQN/J79BPL 3191 Wester

Re: [Flexradio] Firewire error

See my comments below. -Tim From: Gary Warner [mailto:garyw...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 6:23 PM To: Tim Ellison Cc: FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz Subject: Re: [Flexradio] Firewire error Tim, Well, the real problem is that this is the computer that I surplused from the office, si

Re: [Flexradio] Firewire error

Tim, Well, the real problem is that this is the computer that I surplused from the office, since no one was using it. I have made the SDR installation, and the radio seems to work fine, so the question is, what is the significance of the error. By the way, why does the Flex Driver allow 19

[Flexradio] Diversity Control?

I saw a screenshot from somebody's setup using RX2 and a "diversity control" window. Is that part of PowerSDR 2.0.16? If so, how do I activate it? Thanks, *B KK2QQ ___ FlexRadio Systems Mailing List FlexRadio@flex-radio.biz http://mail.flex-radio.bi

Re: [Flexradio] Firewire error

I didn't realize that MS didn't do a SP3 for XP x64. Now my concern is what really constitutes SP2 on XP x64. Is it really SP3, but re-versioned since the 64-bit version of XP was an afterthought? IMHO, using XP x64 would make me nervous. Do you really *need* a 64-bit OS? The advantages are

Re: [Flexradio] Firewire error

Tim, Well, the 64 bit machine was available, probably because it runs so few things without problems :-) Microsoft says Note There's no SP3 for the 64-bit version of Windows XP. If you're running the 64-bit version of Windows XP with SP2, you have the latest service pack and will con

Re: [Flexradio] Firewire error

Use the Force (KB), Luke! http://kc.flexradio.com/KnowledgebaseArticle50440.aspx Just a few comments. First, 64-bit XP is flakey. Really flakey. If you want a 64-bit OS, do Win7 Second, anyone running XP really should be running SP3 -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@fl

[Flexradio] Firewire error

To all, I am setting up my Flex 3000 with a different computer- one that runs XP-64 bit. I also just installed a new firewire card in that computer. What does the error following mean when I run the system scan in the Flex Radio driver? "OS: Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service

Re: [Flexradio] New 1500

Make sure you load the patched drivers (Step 5) http://support.flex-radio.com/Downloads.aspx?id=356 http://support.flex-radio.com/Downloads.aspx?id=355 -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of gos...@twcny.rr.c

[Flexradio] New 1500

Just took the station down . They try again to put a port in at 11 AM tomorrow so NO lifting !! The TS 930 weighs about 45 lbs !!! I hope to have the Flex 1500 on the air by the weekend and hope CW works ok (plze). Put GBoost on my computer and have Windows Aero disabled along wi

Re: [Flexradio] Preparing for VU5K

Alan, My guess is that PowerSDR will recognize the new hardware & download the necessary information (calibration data, etc.) from the EEPROM on the V/U module. However, it is always a good idea to start with a fresh database. You should be able to transfer your pre-V/U module custom settings ov

[Flexradio] Preparing for VU5K

My 5K+VU5K is due back tomorrow. I've already been using PowerSDR 2.0.16, but will I need to start over with a new database, or will the existing database (with my custom settings, additional BandStack entries, etc.) recognize the new hardware and work just fine? If I do have to start with a n

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

Tim, you mean a satellite mode that emulates the TS2000 Satellite mode? Cause I believe MacDoppler uses that mode. Guess I need to check out SatPc32... gotta learn more about how it works anyway. Or maybe I need to put up a better HF antenna... the flex is screaming for one! Thanks for yo

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

"When I go into transmit RX1 is muted." Yeah, like I said, there isn't a satellite mode yet in PowerSDR. Sorry about the VSPmanager comment. That was wrong. I was thinking DDUtil for some reason. My bad. I need my morning tea. -Tim -Original Message- From: Mike Young [mailto:wb8..

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

Anyone familiar with this one?? http://www.kuhne-electronic.de/en/products/transverter/tr-144-h-40.html DB6NT , Michael Kuhne makes transverters in excellent workmanship and with state of the art specifications. Expens

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 6:48 AM, wrote: > There are really three choices. Elecraft is a pretty good transverter but > tops out around 25w. > > Down East Microwave also has a very respected line of transverters. These > go up to 60w and can be purchased as a kit or prebuilt. > > I think it is SS

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

Mike, You wrote, "When I go into transmit RX1 is muted". Go to the setup form in PowerSDR & select the "Genera" & "RX2" tabs. Uncheck the "Auto Mute RX1 on VFO B TX" check box. You do not need to uninstall PowerSDR. All you need to do is delete the database file. It is located in your applicat

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

I was hoping external transverters might be more 'economical'. It's pretty clear the 5kVU upgrade is the best way. Thanks to all who replied. Paul Delaney - K6HR paul.hamra...@verizon.net http://k6hr.dyndns.org:8080 -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexr

Re: [Flexradio] ATU Not detected

Yes, the same thing has happened to me a few times on my 5k. The ATU just doesn't appear. Re-starting PSDR 2.0.16 has fixed the problem. When this happened, I also deleted the database, and transferred some of the tables using Ray's SDR Transfer program. Anytime the database gets that corrupt

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

For the record I've not yet added the v/u module which is exactly why I posed the question. Can I move my 847 to my summer cottage or should I not risk that and purchase a ts2000 while the prices are good. I suspect that it may be a while before the software developers will support flex radios. I h

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

I didn't know the FLEX-5000 is always in full duplex mode. Guess some things are best learned here :) So far MacDoppler seems to be running PowerSDR like its a TS2000, which I think it should. UHF is set to VFO A, RX1 and VHF set to VFO B, with RX2 on for most of the sats, SO51, SO50, SO27...

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

Anyone familiar with this one?? http://www.kuhne-electronic.de/en/products/transverter/tr-144-h-40.html On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 10:02 AM, wrote: > I haven't noticed any drifting on the Elecraft 2m one. It is going to > depend a lot on your construction skills as to how well it works. The > t

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

I prefer the Downeast Microwave transverters, I own a couple of them. Be prepared to wait several months after placing your order though. Right now, I have had one on order since July. John N6VMO -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

The FLEX-5000 is always in full duplex mode. You can't (easily) change it to half duplex. Just use the radio like you would in SPLIT mode with HF with VFO-B being the downlink. I am not sure about using VSP manager as CAT "middleware" as it will depend a lot on the rate of polling and frequen

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

Rick, Have you used your 5k v/u on the satellites yet? If so, how did u get it into duplex? I crashed PowerSDR so bad last nite trying it now won't complete its startup. I did have success getting MacDoppler to control PowerSDR via VSPManager. Will eventually try SatPC32 but I find that

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

I haven't noticed any drifting on the Elecraft 2m one. It is going to depend a lot on your construction skills as to how well it works. The transverters can be daisy chained so the switching is pretty minimal. Also elecraft has a 220 transverter. Downeast transverters have better filters on th

Re: [Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

No, you have to "emulate" a Kenwood TX-2000. I seriously doubt they will support PowerSDR CAT unless someone has some major influence with the developers. Also, PowerSDR does not have a "satellite mode" yet, so you have to be a bit careful how you set up CAT for the Doppler correction/CAT soft

[Flexradio] Satellite software for flex

Just curious if any who have upgraded their flex 5k with the v/u modules are using their radios to work the birds? If so have any of the software developers added the flex to their list of supported radios? I suspect not yet but please let me know if you know otherwise. Happy new year! Rick W2jaz

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

There are really three choices. Elecraft is a pretty good transverter but tops out around 25w. Down East Microwave also has a very respected line of transverters. These go up to 60w and can be purchased as a kit or prebuilt. I think it is SSB Electronics sell several that are made in Europe

Re: [Flexradio] Best Transverters?

Brian, Yes, I wondered about the trick question myself. I have the Elecraft pair and definitely feel that the V/U upgrade was one of those smart things I do occasionally---maybe second only to getting the 5000 itself. And I feel the V/U is definitely head and shoulders above the Asian litt

Re: [Flexradio] ATU Not detected

Pardon my oversight. I forgot to mention this occured with a Flex 5000A I've been using 2.0.16 since it was released. While I've been on holiday vacation my "radio activity" has been higher than normal. I've experienced a condition where upon boot up the ATU was not detected. Otherwise the ra

Re: [Flexradio] ATU Not detected

What radio hardware? -Tim -Original Message- From: flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz [mailto:flexradio-boun...@flex-radio.biz] On Behalf Of NJSCAN Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 7:51 AM To: Flex Reflector Subject: [Flexradio] ATU Not detected I've been using 2.0.16 since it was relea

[Flexradio] ATU Not detected

I've been using 2.0.16 since it was released. While I've been on holiday vacation my "radio activity" has been higher than normal. I've experienced a condition where upon boot up the ATU was not detected. Otherwise the radio plays fine. Turning the radio off and rebooting 2.0.16 fixes it. This h