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Re: Zbitx 9vdc

 

Yes?

73,
Gwen, NG3P?
Re: LATEST .UF2 FILE

 

./update gives 3.021, not 3.05
Re: LATEST .UF2 FILE

 

I ran into this issue as well. See issue #2.
I also am still having a difficulty getting FT8 to use the decode selected by clicking the encoder. Something?is definitely better because it is no longer locking the radio process on my zBitX when the encoder is used to select a decode, instead, it does absolutely nothing at all.

See new issue #1 on Github.

We're homing in on it, it's very close to working right! (At least on my radio. Of course, Finagle's First Law, "The perversity of the Universe tends to the maximum.", means that it's somehow possible for it to be working JUST FINE on someone else's radio, but MINE wants to be SPECIAL and isn't working.)


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73,
Gwen, NG3P
Using sBitx v3 with various firmwares without disassembling (also upgrading to 64 bit version)

 

I wanted to check the 64 bit version without disassembling my sBitx v3. It was possible via changing the boot order. The procedure is quite simple.
Just run "raspi-config" utility (in the terminal session and via "sudo"). Then in the advanced options you may set the boot order so that the USB disk is tried before the SD card.
With that I could boot my sBitx v3 from the 64-bit version installed (with dd) on the USB pendrive.
After successful testing, I could backup the original SD card. I have done it via dd, sending the output to the file on my server (mounted via sshfs).
I made a separate copy of the whole /home/pi/sbitx to recover the hardware calibration and my settings.
Finally I could install the 64 bit version with:
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$ sudo bash
# wget -O - | dd of=/dev/mmcblk0 bs=4M status=progress
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(172.19.1.1 is the IP of my server, where I have started an ad-hoc http server running "python3 -m http.server" in a directory where sb64p3.img was downloaded.)
After that I could mount the /dev/mmcblk0p2 partition and copy the saved configuration files.
The whole testing and installation was possible without disassembling the sBitx v3.
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73,
Wojtek SP5DAA
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Re: ZBitx hangs on startup

 

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Updated RPI and then was able to update zBitx SW.

All is well now.

Tnx,


Tom KT4XN

From: [email protected] <[email protected]> on behalf of David T-- VE3TOS via groups.io <digiital@...>
Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2025 8:55 PM
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: [BITX20] ZBitx hangs on startup
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Can you past the error or warning you got when you attempted to do the update ?

On Sat, Mar 29, 2025, 7:52?PM Tom Crowley KT4XN 1738 via <crowleytj=[email protected]> wrote:
Ashhar, the ./update did not work.? Wha tis the best way to reinstall zBitx SW on the RPI?

Tnx,

Tom KT4XN
From: [email protected] <[email protected]> on behalf of Ashhar Farhan via <farhanbox=[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, March 28, 2025 2:57 AM
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: [BITX20] ZBitx hangs on startup
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The image didnt come through. Can you mail it to be directly?


On Fri, Mar 28, 2025, 2:12 AM Tom Crowley KT4XN 1738 via <crowleytj=[email protected]> wrote:
ZBitx hangs on startup
TC
Tom Crowley
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Thu 3/27/2025 16:30
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Ashhar, with a monitor, keyboard and mouse plugged in.? The zBitx screen image remains the same (no change during boot-up).? The monitor shows a normal startup with a window showing what may be an issue.? Rebooted the machine and the zBitx window did not change, however the monitor showed a normal reboot.? Unable to kill the zBitx program using the normal tools.??
Re: sbitx v3 no output after upgrading to 64bit

 

Yes. I have backed up and restored from the 32 bit sd card. I just tried it again this morning with the same results.
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

Dean,
I'm just writing to encourage you that I've had the v2 hardware device since April 2023, which I started using since mid-November 2023 (with v3.0 alpha version). Currently, the 64-bit v4.4 firmware is the latest and I've made nearly 10 thousand QSOs in mostly digital modes with an antenna sized for 7 MHz and usable well on 7-14-21 MHz without an antenna tuner.
I'm writing all this because there is a possibility, if you're interested, don't give up and you'll learn a lot of new information.
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Gyula HA3HZ
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

To switch from 32-bit to 64-bit you will need:
a new uSD card of good quality, 32GB,
a USB stick, so that you can transfer copies from one OS to another, later copy the daily variables here.
a lot of patience, so that if you are unfamiliar with Debian, then do everything in order.
Yes and read, you will find how to do it in the wiki, if not, then ask.
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Gyula HA3HZ
Re: Zbitx 9vdc

 

I just found the info in the manual that was just released.?

Barrel connector is 5.5 x 2.1 mm.?
Battery needs to provide 3 amps.?

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Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

I see, so you have the v3.0 alpha version in the firmware on your device.
Since development is almost complete on the 32-bit version, it is worth switching to the 64-bit Image if you want to use the device.
Unfortunately, there are many bugs in the initial versions and the fixes are completed on the 64-bit version, they are implemented there.
For the 64-bit transition, read this and this and do it all if you want to install the current version.
- ELF ??
the wiki ??
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Gyula HA3HZ
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

... It is worth switching to the 64-bit OS, because the development is happening here. The current Image contains most of the programs needed for radio broadcasting, which you can implement with this device. You only need to fill in the characteristics of your station and use it. Important! the 64-bit Image was released with sbitx v4.2 and you can read the latest developments in the Github JJ wiki, what you need to do. First you need to download the ELF Image, which the description tells you how to do.
I'm back, start the device with the uSD card that came with the delivery and start the File Manager instead of sbitx. Insert a USB stick to which you copy the contents of the /sbitx/data folder. This must be done because the hardware-specific data is here and is also needed for the 64-bit OS.
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Gyula HA3HZ
Re: LATEST .UF2 FILE

 

I hope you have updated the raspberry pi too


On Sun, Mar 30, 2025, 8:41 PM Sam Hanie via <SAMHANIE=[email protected]> wrote:
Time sync not working - same as reported in issue #4...
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

Hi Gyula,
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Thanks for the response. I bought this rig at a tailgate yesterday. The seller seemed like he didn't use it much and was not very helpful.
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When I click on the icon the software starts fine and shows me. sbitx v3.0
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I also just found when I change mode from cw to LSB I can click on KBD and the keyboard opens.
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As far as I can tell, all the functions work such as the recorder, FT8 and sideband.
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Another thing I noticed while watching videos is that the cases look different. Mine is rather tall and thin with only two knobs on the front. USB ports on the right side with BNC. Left side is power switch, key, mic and ear.
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Dean
Re: LATEST .UF2 FILE

 

Time sync not working - same as reported in issue #4...
Re: LATEST .UF2 FILE

 

Yep, I will flip the version if the early tests find it okay


On Sun, Mar 30, 2025, 8:06 PM Sam Hanie via <SAMHANIE=[email protected]> wrote:
Uploaded fine ... but shows up as v1.04
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

OK the hardware version is v3, when you turn it on it says which firmware version. Did you just buy it from the manufacturer?
Then I think it might be v3.021 or something similar.
If you have a spare uSD card at home and you want to use the device, copy the contents of the /sbitx/data folder from the uSD card to a USB stick. The manufacturer ships it with a 32-bit OS, and it is worth replacing the OS (an image on a new uSD card) with a 64-bit one, because it is under development. Currently the firmware version is v4.4.
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Gyula HA3HZ
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

v3
Re: New sBitx V3 to me

 

Which version?
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Gyula HA3HZ
Re: zBitx DOA

 

I have not familiarised myself with this new one, but a common problem is the barrel jack input......ensure you have the correct
centre pin sized jack or you wont get connection.....so easy to get caught out on these infernal plugs.
Dave
G4JBE
New sBitx V3 to me

 

Good morning all,
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I have been interested in the SDR rig and finally picked one up yesterday. I looked up the manual, watched a few videos but cannot figure out a few things. #1 when i touch the KBD OFF button, the radio shuts off. #2 there is no SET button which should be next to WEB button.
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It appears that I have a full screen but the resolution is too large. I have no access to the settings menu to adjust.
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The main problem with this is the call sign and grid are not mine.
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Thanks for the help.
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73, Dean/ N2TNN
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