Re: Raspberry Pi (no longer the value proposition)
The latest update from the Raspberry Pi folks looks good.
Reportedly there are about 100,000 units of Pi are flowing into approved resellers now, including 2 and 4 Gig Pi 4s.
73
Andy, KG5RKP/MM
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Re: SSM2167 mic preamp board
Hi How about integrating the?board in the mic housing? 73 VU2UT
Here is a pic with my ssm2167 board on the right. Its kind of a hot mess but getting close to done a d then onto the sbitx..lol.?
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Mark,
I am testing with FLRIG version 1.4.5. I set up as per your FLRIG CAT setup diagram in the user manual. I verified my CCOM port settings via device manager.
FLRIG Setup recognizes the CAT port but when I initialize the uBitX screen flashes off/on and the LOCK mode is enabled. The radio does not respond to FLRIG. If I depress the LOCK button in will enable it self again. I don't see the blue box under the heartbeat.
All diagrams show settings of 38,400 N,8,2 but your writeup says N,8,1 . I normally use N,8,2 but I tried both settings.
Any assistance would be appreciated.
Mike N2MS
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On 12/15/2022 2:19 PM Mark Erbaugh <mark.election@...> wrote:
I found that CAT support of the original uBitx firmware was not reliable. I worked on the CAT implementation in my N8ME firmware (which was included in the VU3GAO mod) to make sure it works with both WSJT-X and FLRig (part of the FLDigi suite). Here are the settings I use on my M1 Mac Mini. They seem to work well. FWIW, use Utilities/Audio MIDI Setup to adjust the audio levels.
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Mark, N8ME
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I have a new sBitx that has never been powered up or opened. I am asking $500 including shipping (USA only), and I'll forward the modification kit when I receive it. The reason I want to sell is that I don't have time to work on it.? If interested, kindly email me at w4wb@....??-- Barry W4WB Huntsville, Alabama USA
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Re: Wire Antennas for Ham Radio
Holy cow...418 wire antennas!
Jack, W8TEE
On Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 10:45:16 PM EST, Bob Lunsford via groups.io <nocrud222@...> wrote:
Click on a link to see antenna details...
Bob KK5R
-- Jack, W8TEE
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Wire Antennas for Ham Radio
Click on a link to see antenna details...
Bob KK5R
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Re: N8ME uBITX 6 Firmware V 0.2
Mark,
Thanks for the explanation. Your code is a vast improvement on the original code. I'm spending more time on the uBitX than with my $$$ radios these days.
73 Mike N2MS
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Mike,
I do my development using VSCode & PlatformIO. I wanted to make the firmware available for people using the Arduino IDE. The src.ino name was the only way I could figure out that would working with both VSCode and the Arduino IDE. AFAIK, VSCode requires the files to be in the "src" directory. Arduino IDE requires that the directory have the same name as the .ino file, file hence the name src.ino. An empty src.ino keeps the Arduino IDE happy, VSCode ignores that file and finds the real main entry point in main.cpp.
That said, if you want to archive the files with your naming, just rename the .ino file and directory to your "N8ME-uBitx6-V0.2-master."
Alternatively, you can download the .ZIP file from github.com. It is titled "N8ME-uBitx-master.zip." It contains both versions 0.1 and 0.2, you can use the tags v1_release (v 0.1) or v2_release (v 0.2) to check out the desired version. Note that the v1_release will need an added src.ino (which is empty) to work with the Arduino IDE.
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Mark, N8ME
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I found that CAT support of the original uBitx firmware was not reliable. I worked on the CAT implementation in my N8ME firmware (which was included in the VU3GAO mod) to make sure it works with both WSJT-X and FLRig (part of the FLDigi suite). Here are the settings I use on my M1 Mac Mini. They seem to work well. ?FWIW, use Utilities/Audio MIDI Setup to adjust the audio levels.  -- 73, Mark, N8ME
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Re: N8ME uBITX 6 Firmware V 0.2
Mike,
I do my development using VSCode & PlatformIO. I wanted to make the firmware available for people using the Arduino IDE. The src.ino name was the only way I could figure out that would working with both VSCode and the Arduino IDE. AFAIK, VSCode requires the files to be in the "src" directory. Arduino IDE requires that the directory have the same name as the .ino file, file hence the name src.ino. ?An empty src.ino keeps the Arduino IDE happy, VSCode ignores that file and finds the real main entry point in main.cpp.
That said, if you want to archive the files with your naming, just rename the .ino file and directory to your "N8ME-uBitx6-V0.2-master."
Alternatively, you can download the .ZIP file from github.com. It is titled "N8ME-uBitx-master.zip." It contains both versions 0.1 and 0.2, you can use the tags v1_release (v 0.1) or v2_release (v 0.2) to check out the desired version. Note that the v1_release will need an added src.ino (which is empty) to work with the Arduino IDE.
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Mark, N8ME
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You can use the Arduino IDE () to build and upload uBitx firmware. I've installed it on my Mac without issues. I believe behind the scenes the Arduino IDE uses the command line program avrdude () to download the firmware to the uBitx. It runs on many different platforms, including the Mac. You can use avrdude from the command-line to download the firmware's .hex file without compiling the firmware. I installed avrdude using homebrew. The command line parameters can be tricky. Here are the command line parameters that worked for me (on multiple lines below, but just enter them all on one line): avrdude -v -V ?-carduino -patmega328p -P<arduino device - mine was /dev/tty.usbserial-2110> -b57600 -D -Uflash:w:<filename of the .hex file> -- 73, Mark, N8ME
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I want? to update the firmware on my uBitx v6. The instructions I've found say I need to run XLOADER. But I'm using a Mac and when I search for "xloader mac" all I see is warnings about xloader being malware. Suggestions?
? ?...doug, K6DRK
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Re: Would a 16pF crystal work properly with the Si5351's internal load capacitors?
#oscillator
Excellent, thank you for the quick response.
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Re: Would a 16pF crystal work properly with the Si5351's internal load capacitors?
#oscillator
Yes, they will work.? I'm the source of that TSW kit and right now those are the ones I'm using here.? They calibrate just fine and are quite stable after a very short warmup (the regulator on the back of the board gives a fairly stable temperature through board heating. Wasn't planned that way, but it was a lucky break that it works, LOL.
Jim, W0EB TSW Project Coordinator (Retired)
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Date 12/15/2022 8:44:14 AM
Subject [BITX20] Would a 16pF crystal work properly with the Si5351's internal load capacitors? #oscillator
Have a uBitx v6 and a TSW clone board. Per the BoM it lists a Tayda A-215 crystal at 25MHz and 10pF load. I am unable to locate any through-hole 25MHz 10pF crystals from Tayda, Mouser, DigiKey, or others. All the HC-49/S 25MHz crystals I am finding are at least 16pF. I have found several 25MHz HC-49/S 10pF crystals in SMT though. Also, Have ordered 50 Tayda A-215 @ 16pF (minimum order is $5 @ $0.10 per, haha).
Q1: Would 16pF be fine?
Q2: If Q1 is a no, then would the HC-49/S SMT leads be bendable enough to make it TH?
Q3: If Q1-2 are no, then would someone have a source for a TH crystal @ 10pF?
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Would a 16pF crystal work properly with the Si5351's internal load capacitors?
#oscillator
Have a uBitx v6 and a TSW clone board. Per the BoM it lists a Tayda A-215 crystal at 25MHz and 10pF load. I am unable to locate any through-hole 25MHz 10pF crystals from Tayda, Mouser, DigiKey, or others. All the HC-49/S 25MHz crystals I am finding are at least 16pF. I have found several 25MHz HC-49/S 10pF crystals in SMT though. Also, Have ordered 50 Tayda A-215 @ 16pF (minimum order is $5 @ $0.10 per, haha).
Q1: Would 16pF be fine?
Q2: If Q1 is a no, then would the HC-49/S SMT leads be bendable enough to make it TH?
Q3: If Q1-2 are no, then would someone have a source for a TH crystal @ 10pF?
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I have a new uBitx (v6) and I want to link it to WSJT-X on on my iMac. I've read through all? sorts of posts here and elsewhere, and I admit to confusion. So many posts are 3-4 years old, and things seem to have changed since then.
So what do I need to do to get my uBitx to work with WSJT-X? I've connected the audio out to my iMac through a USB interface. I can receive FT8 quite well. I haven't connected the iMac's audio out to the mic input on the uBitx, but other than getting the levels right, I assume that will work well.
What about CAT or VOX? What's the easiest way to get rig control working? Do I need an EasyDigi interface? Will VOX work without any additional hardware?
? ?...doug. K6DRK
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Re: N8ME uBITX 6 Firmware V 0.2
Mark,
My previous firmware was uBITX_6_N8ME_2_VU3GAO_Mods . I'm curious if anyone else see this after upgrading.
Seems to be working fine so far.
Mike N2MS
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On 12/14/2022 1:58 PM Mark Erbaugh <mark.election@...> wrote:
Thanks for the feedback.
I haven¡¯t seen the not successful message. I also don¡¯t see the TX Disabled. TX Disabled is a bit stored in the EEPROM. Loading new firmware doesn¡¯t reset the EEPROM. Maybe that bit was set by the previous software.
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Mark, N8ME
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Re: N8ME uBITX 6 Firmware V 0.2
Thanks for the feedback.
I haven¡¯t seen the not successful message. ?I also don¡¯t see the TX Disabled. TX Disabled is a bit stored in the EEPROM. Loading new firmware doesn¡¯t reset the EEPROM. Maybe that bit was set by the previous software.
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Mark, N8ME
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The sbitx had been sold.
Thanks, Ron
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Re: N8ME uBITX 6 Firmware V 0.2
0 bytes is correct, open SRC.ino with the IDE view the file main.cpp and start the compiler from that position, it works fine !
zero errors!
thanks to Mark for the update!
-- 73 de IW4AJR Loris
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Re: N8ME uBITX 6 Firmware V 0.2
Mark,
I placed the src folder into my Arduino IDE Preference Sketchbook location. It compiled correctly. I uploaded the software. I received t upgrade was not successful messages but it did successfully upgrade.
I noticed the configuration came up the TX DISABLED. Users should remember to tap CFG TX ENABLE SAVE to enable transmit.
I'll continue playing with the radio. Thanks again.
I archive all of my files. It would be helpful if you named the firmware with the version, such as N8ME-uBitx6-V0.2-master
Mike N2MS
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On 12/14/2022 10:48 AM Mark Erbaugh <mark.election@...> wrote:
Yes, the 0 bytes is correct.
The src.ino is only needed by the Arduino IDE. The actual main program is in main.cpp
Mark
On Dec 14, 2022, at 10:46 AM, N2MS <mstangelo@...> wrote:
Mark,
Thanks for the update.
I downloaded the N8ME-uBitx-master.zip file and extracted this file. I intend to update via Arduino IDE and looked at the contents of N8ME-uBitx-master\src file and it shows the src.ino has a size of 0 bytes. Is this correct?
Mike N2MS
On 12/13/2022 8:21 PM Mark Erbaugh <mark.election@...> wrote:
After a two year hiatus, I have updated my N8ME firmware for the uBitx v6 to version 0.2. Among other things, this incorporates some of the bug fixes from the VU3GAO update.
The updated firmware can be downloaded or cloned from my github account.
The repository is designed for building and installing with VSCode and the PlatformIO extension. However, the src folder contains a src.ino file that can be used to build and install the firmware with the Arduino IDE.
There is an updated PDF manual in the repository that shows how to use WSJT-X to do a frequency calibration.
This is released without any warranty. Please let me know of any issues.
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Mark, N8ME
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