Thanks Alex.? I think you missed my point.? I understand the issues of cost, but as I previously commented, a sticker or a little piece of paper indicating where the manual could be found and what version of the kit I've received would be helpful and would not be a large expenditure.?
Think - didn't it occur to you that I'm well aware of the cost of an Elecraft kit, since I also previously stated that I built a K2...or did you miss that comment as well?? Think -? since there is a GIT repo containing all of the Arduino code, wouldn't it make sense to put an assembly manual there, and the URL to it with the kit? ?
Wow, all this thinking is giving me a headache.? I better go take an aspirin and lie down for a while. Have a wonderful New Year.
Do or Do Not. There is no try.--- anetherton@... wrote:
From: "Alex Netherton" <anetherton@...>
To:
[email protected]Subject: Re: [BITX20] Manual for v5 #v5
Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2020 14:31:42 -0500
The manual can be found at the group page. There is also one in the archives for .
The kit is basic, true, but look what you will pay for an Elecraft kit, or any other kit - MANY TIMES more.
You are getting a kit that will make a working QRP radio that you can use to talk to people all over the world.
Think - if a printed manual were shipped with it, or a CD, it would cost more. The maker has pared things down so that any Ham of any income level can have an all band radio that can be added onto and eventually collect a full featured station without having to shell out thousands just to get on the air.
On Thu, Jan 2, 2020 at 1:05 PM James Giercyk <
jim@...> wrote:
Curt - thanks for your reply.? I've actually got a Banggood enclose with the face and rear panels printed on a 3D printer.? The enclosure is ready to go.? :)? I don't mind a little research, and I prefer my manuals in electronic form.? I've built dozens of kits over the years, including an Elecraft K2.? I guess I'm thinking a little sticker on the box or something to point me to a website....or even tell me what version of the kit I have.....would have been more than a little helpful.? I'll get it up and running one way or another.? Perhaps I set my bar too high?? See you on the air.
Jim
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[email protected] wrote:
From: "Curt via Groups.Io" <wb8yyy=
[email protected]>
To:
[email protected]Subject: Re: [BITX20] Manual for v5 #v5
Date: Thu, 02 Jan 2020 08:19:28 -0800
James
if it was purchased recently, and has a LCD on its raduino - its likely a V5.? the frequency on the xtals in the large IF filter are another clue.?
a key modern trend is to not ship manuals via paper or CD anymore - much more economical to download these.?
also - you might react a bit by the minimal nature of the manual.? some sweat equity in thought is required.? but enough clues are available for successful assembly (aka wiring up the board with connectors).?
a key decision point is what enclosure you will employ.? if you provide your own - there should be enough connectors available to build your ubitx.? key advantage of v5 is that its spurious should be low enough, not needing the substantial mods of v3/v4.? it should be a nice rig when you get it assembled - enjoy the assembly journey - and explore how you wish to shape this into the rig you prefer (display type, accessories integrated - or not).? its a very nice rig even in stock form or nearly so as in my case thus far.?
one final thought - a little frustration seems universal in building a uBitx.? hang in there and enjoy the ride.? if you are really wondering 'where the case will come from' - check out or use your search engine to find other suppliers.?
welcome aboard!
73 Curt
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Alex Netherton, W5ALX
Buncombe County NC, EM85ro
