Get the latest sdr downloads for your flexradio signature series equipment. On the flex 1500, the port labeled as transverter ports, are actually very low power 1 mw rf outputs that can be used on any band. An overview of the flex 1500 softwaredefined qrp transceiver. These systems work with your sound card and analog to digitally convert and process the. If you know of a program that is missing please leave. Flex1500 transceiver with sdr available at radioworld uk.
For a computer, i used a macbook pro running parallels as the virtual machine with windows 7. There have been many days when the qsb fluctuated by more than that in a 30 second cycle. The flex1500 low cost transceiver with software defined radio features and performance,this is a common theme for flex radio systems software defined radios a focus on performance and exceptional value. Qrp, links to ham radio low power communications category is a curation of 57 web resources on, tuna tin two photo gallery, ham radio qrp, ideas and projects for qrp. Papers have been presented on the subject i that covers various implementations in great detail. This article focuses on the basic howto to get your flex1500 on the air with your favorite transverter. I will most likely play with it for a while to make sure i like it, than sell it and use the money towards a bigger radio like the flex 500073, rick nd4z. Features vary with model as noted in the revision history link below. An overview of the flex 1500 software defined qrp transceiver. There are now dozens of software defined radio packages that support the ultra cheap rtlsdr. However, it should run qrp 5 watts with low power consumption,can it not have a small amp modula to push an amp option, along with other modula options. They were fun to build and use, but now my predominate qrp radios are my tentec argonaut v which in my opinion is far better than the new replacement model and the flexradio 1500 which is a software defined radio sdr with a maximum output of 5 watts. So today i connected everything to the very compact box and fired it up. Qrp and qrpp are certainly doable, especially on the higher bands.
Congratulations flexradio systems for defining the new era in ham radio. Learn why users consider flex6600 to be the best sdr on the market today. On this page we will attempt to list, categorize and provide a brief overview of each software program. Because the radio is softwaredefined, however, making audio and cat connections is quite a departure from what. It is a qrp ham radio, that only puts out 5w of power, which isnt a lot considering i am legally able to transmit 1500 watts. Interview va3mw, from flex radio talks to us about 4 new. The flexradio systems flex 1500 qrp software defined radio is ideal for interfacing to vhf transverters.
Software defined radios have arrived, and flexradio is leading the charge. Flex1500 sdr transceiver flexradio systems sdr maes. For each sdr we compare the cost, frequency range, adc resolution, maximum instantaneous bandwidth, whether or not it can tx and if it has any pre selectors. Mar 17, 2015 the entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. Ordering the sdr cube transceiver radio astronomy, qrp, tech hacks. The flex 1500 qsdqse qrp software defined radio transceiver. I just love the thing it lets me do much more than a normal radio. The 1500 may be the better receiver on paper but my yaesu is just much more pleasant to listen to as the if dsp nr is excellent. The flex1500 is a lowcost, qrp sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities and just.
I definitely think sdr is a key component of the future of amateur radio, and its tremendously exciting to explore today. It provides all of the advantages of a software defined radio, including the sophisticated filters, panoramic spectrum displays and computer based graphic interface characteristic of a software. All that was pretty straightforward using the software disk thats supplied with the rig. Flex1500 software defined radio ham radio, ham radio. This article provides a list of commercially available software defined radio receivers. With a mission to change commercial and amateur radio, were here to. A lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities and just plain fun of operating a software defined radios without breaking the budget. Making the flex1500 work with external rigcontrol, logging and digitalmode software is the most challenging part of integrating the 1500nto i your station. I purchased the flex 1500 a few months ago off of ebay. Flex6400 signature series sdr transceiver w automatic antenna tuner.
The flex1500 is a lowcost, qrp sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities and just plain fun of operating an actual software defined radio without breaking the budget. But if youre willing to experiment, learn and work at it, this is a very powerful, versatile little sdr rig. The entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. Ham radio qrp portable radios, operating, amateur radio, qrp. A lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is positioned to allow. Flex radio needs a small vehicle mobile radio that can be removed from your vehicle and use as your base radio at home,cabin or camp site, it must have power to push an amp when needed. Kit some of the sdr radios include an antenna, cables, wires, power supply, installation tools, and accessories. Comes complete with hand mic, power lead and usb lead. Sdr radio transceiver flex, elecraft, cube, softrock. Get over the fire wire situation and suppress the rfi and you will really love this radio combines with the ke9ns powersdr software. Jan 19, 20 for a computer, i used a macbook pro running parallels as the virtual machine with windows 7. Name type frequency range max bandwidth rx adc bits tx dac bits tx capable sampling rate frequency accuracy ppm.
This article provides a list of commercially available softwaredefined radio receivers. It provides all of the advantages of a software defined radio, including the sophisticated high performance filters, panoramic spectrum displays and computer based graphic interface. Because the flex1500 is a pure softwaredefined radio sdr that requires a windows pc running powersdr software to function, the. Stew w4mo let me borrow a flex 1500, just got home from visiting w9dr in florida and hooked it all up and got it playing, this video is of ei2kc tony in ireland. Second hand flex1500 sdr transceiver radioworld uk.
Flexradio flex6600m flex6600 best sdr for amateurs. This is the same software that is used by all flexradio systems fully software defined radios including the upcoming flex1500 entrylevel qrp model. Flex1500 software defined radio ham radio equipment, ham. Redefining the radio or, nine months with the flex 1500. I have had a flex1500 for long enough now to be comfortable with operating it. I do have a qrp transceiver made by elecraft, a kx1 which has an internal auto tuner and its case is very small.
Hf50 mhz direct sampling software defined radio transceiver the flex 6400 offers the latest direct sampling sdr technology at an economical price for the general hf6m operator yet they offer great performance for chasing dx and contesting. Not to mention your tx audio will be fantastic powersdr includes txrx software eq, customizable one click filters and more total control. Only qrp with flex 1,5k and 2 x 25 m folded doublet with balance feedline for all bands under the roof. Flexradio systems flex1500 service manual pdf download. Designed for the commercial, government, amateur radio and shortwave listener communities, this software provides a powerful interface for all sdr users. Many qrp rigs have one band only, although in recent years there are more dual band and multi band transceivers. Apr 06, 2014 this video shows my first use of the flex 1500 sdr transceiver. Especially fascinating is the different approach each of them take with respect to sdr design. The entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation the flex1500 is a lowcost, lowwattage. The latest addition to the flex family of software defined radios is the flex1500. Im primarily a cw operator and ive got a flex 1500 among other toys. Im a flex 1500 only user as well have been since 2010. Qrp amateur radio club international is one of the biggest, and publishes qrp quarterly. The entry level qrp software defined radio that is suited to be the ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation.
Purchasing any of our products is not available at the moment due to coronavirus affecting our lcd supplier working schedule. The entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation the flex1500 is a lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is. I used an rm hla150 linear amplifier to give me about 100w output power. The flex 1500 low cost transceiver with software defined radio features and performance,this is a common theme for flex radio systems software defined radios a focus on performance and exceptional value. The flex 1500 qrp software defined radio is both an entry level qrp radio and is also suited to be the ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. Put up a brick wall with your customizable filters, tracking notch filters, auto notch filters, and on and on. Because the radio is softwaredefined, however, making audio and. Ham radio deluxe hrd can easily interface to the powersdr which is the software which runs on windows to control the flex1500. The flex1500 is a capable digimode transceiver that plays nicely with most external software. The latest addition to the flex family of software defined radios is the flex 1500. Mar 10, 2020 sdr sotware defined radio is a fascinating hobby, the usb tv sticks from other countries are cheap, and open endless possibilities of things you can do with them. Lately i have gotten away from using the little kit qrp radios. The entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation the flex1500 is a lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities. Flexradio 1500 used 12 months warranty lamco barnsley.
A lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability toexperience the incredible capabilities and just plain fun of operating a software defined radios without breaking the budget. I agree the flex 1500 is a great little radio and a nice entry level to the flex radios with out spending a lot of money. The flex1500 qsdqse qrp software defined radio transceiver. Page 3 introduction the flex 1500 qrp software defined radio is an entry level qrp radio and is also suited to be the ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. Jul 22, 2010 the flex 1500 is a qrp 5 watt version of some of flex radio s bigger offerings.
The entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhf microwave operation the flex1500 is a lowcost, lowwattage. I have to say, compared to my yaesu ftdx1200, im a bit disappointed with the flex1500. When shopping for an affordable sdr radio on ebay, consider the following features. New flex1500 qrp software defined radio sparkys blog. Flexradio systems flex1500 software defined radio service manual. Flexradio flex 1500 radio transceiver for sale online ebay. As with all flexradio systems transceivers, the real power of the flex3000 is unleashed when it is combined with flexradios powersdr software. See more ideas about ham radio, software and mobile ham radio. We have not being able to obtain an update to this current situation and can not advice how long this may carry on before normal shipping arrangements are. Will, k9fo is using a flex software defined radio with a dell laptop computer keying. With a mission to change commercial and amateur radio, were here to innovate.
Although it has a 10 watt output, elecraft doesnt describe it as a qrp transceiver, maybe because of the kxpa100 amp option. I was using my radio yesterday and i thought to myself that if this is the last software update i ever receive, ill still be quite pleased with this radio. Nice little qrp rig once i was able to update the firmware, which took some tinkering. Computer compatibility there are sdr radios to work with ios, linux, and windows operating systems. This is a blog of my experiences beta testing a new software defined radio from flexradio systems, the flex 1500. Though there have been many times that i have had stations refuse to believe that i was only running 5 watts from my flex1500. By using a computer, the internet and a radio all together much listening over the world can be done. I have also ordered a flex 1500 and never thought about an antenna tuner. If you just want a plug and play radio, this isnt it. Xiegu g90 hf amateur radio transceiver 20w ssbcwamfm 0. Xiegu g1m gcore portable sdr hf transceiver qrp quad band shortwave 5w ssb cw am 0. These revisions work on all flex 1500, 3000, and 5000 sdr ham. This is an easy way to make tons of psk31 contacts with very little power. It uses a softrock for the rf front end electronics rf mixer, amplifiers and filters and an embedded digital signal processor with software.
Kleinschmidt, nt0z this tiny softwaredefined radio is qrp on power and price, but qro increase on performance and flexibility. Buy products related to sdr transceiver products and see what customers say about sdr transceiver products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. With hrd is an integrated digital mode program, dm780, which makes it easy to operate digital modes and have computer control of the flex1500. W9xc flex 1500 cw latency issues les gasser, w9xc version 1. Oct 07, 2011 an overview of the flex 1500 software defined qrp transceiver. Flexradio 1500 used 12 months warranty lamco barnsley ebay. Powersdr fail to run missing menu bar after boot the menu bar goes blank turns white and note in title bar says it is not responding. Am very anxious to receive this 1500 since will be using it mostly for transverter operations in the field using a laptop and of course dont need a tuner.
The flex1500 oob experience and beta testing adventures. Interfacing the flex1500 to a transverter flexradio systems. There isnt too much in the way of hardware as the bulk of the heavy lifting is done by a high powered digital signal processor dsp and a largely open source piece of software called powersdr. The flex 1500 is a lowcost, qrp sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities and just plain fun of operating an actual software defined radio without breaking the budget. For information about qrp arci visit the website where you can download a sample copy of qrp quarterly in pdf format. Apr 12, 2016 the flexradio systems flex 1500 qrp software defined radio is ideal for interfacing to vhf transverters.
The michigan qrp club encourages lowpower operation with its newsletter, the five watter. The initial steps are all about getting the software set up, which youd expect from a software defined radio. With a mission to change commercial and amateur radio, were. The flex1500 is a lowcost, qrp sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio. I dont have a ham license i bought it just for a receiver 490 khz to 54 mhz. Qrp ham radio pfr3a flex sdr k9fo software defined. Softwaredefined radio, or sdr, allows you to mix, amplify, filter, send, and receive communications through a computer instead of a base station or an invehicle ham radio. Some are designed for cw, some for ssb and a few for both.
Using the sdruno noise reduction feature on hf frequencies mv004. Aug 20, 2014 new software defined radio sdrs products are popping up every few months these days so we thought wed compile a big list of available sdrs as there are a few people who were bitten by the rtlsdr bug and are now looking to upgrade. These revisions work on all flex 1500, 3000, and 5000 sdr ham radio transceivers. I wanted a full power sdr and so the 3000 flex is now a very good deal used and is in demand. Flex1500 vs mid level nonsdr transceiver disappointed. Second hand the entry level qrp software defined radio that is suited to be the ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. If you wanted to operate qrpp, you can use these ports. I have been a huge fan of ailunce ever since i received my trusty dmr radio the hd1 over 12 months ago, i always wondered what would come next from retevis, the brand behind ailunce i was so happy when i saw they decided to manufacture a hf radio, not only a hf radio but a sdr qrp transceiver. The flex1500 is a lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities and just plain fun of operating a software defined radio without breaking the budget.
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