Hi all,
I just installed the N8ME firmware with VU3GAO mod and now I need to do calibration. I cannot find any guide to do calibration of uBitx with N8ME firmware. Can anyone help me ?
Thanks
Ashok VU3KFK
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You¡¯re very welcome! I run a 5¡± on my v3 ubitx. But going to upgrade it to a v5 that I have on my workbench.?
73
Mark
AJ6CU?
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Hi Ashhar,
Thank you very much for the response.? I understand the timing bit.? My company has been having a rough go of it just getting certain IC stocks to build circuit boards.? We make UPS equipment for large data centers.? The past two years have been very challenging for us and I am sure for you as well.? I am not sure quite yet what I will order but I will be ordering.
Question: If you are using the raspberry PI 4 (it has two HDMI outputs): Can you run a raspberry version of JS8Call (for example) and have the JS8Call user interface displayed on the second HDMI and still retain the primary monitor for the "native" sBITX interface?? Maybe that isn't available for the immediate release but it sure would be great if it came at a later date.
Thanks again for your hard work and quality products.? I think you have earned a nice profit.
Cheers, Scott
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After messing around for several hours, I found a post mentioning a 5 inch nextion file made by AJ6CU.? Downloaded that, uploaded with no issues and now I have all the screen populated by the image.
Thanks AJ6CU
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Re: Farhan's Analog Again The Daylight Radio
Mike, I am just about wrapping up the sbitx documentation. I will get to uploading the 3d files afterwards. You can switch to 4.915 MHz. It will make it difficult to add a frequency counter unless you make adjustments for the odd IF. Whereas, with 5 MHz IF, you can simply read off the unmodified frequency display. - f
On Sat, Jul 2, 2022, 6:49 AM vbifyz < 3ym3ym@...> wrote: Cool design, I really want to try it. Will probably use BF998 in RX mixers.
5MHz IF may be a problem for US hams, because of the very strong WWV signal right on that frequency. Even the input bandpass filter attenuation of 50-60dB? may not be enough.
4.9152MHz is an alternative to consider.
Is the 3D design for the PTO part available?
73, Mike AF7KR
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Re: Farhan's Analog Again The Daylight Radio
Cool design, I really want to try it. Will probably use BF998 in RX mixers.
5MHz IF may be a problem for US hams, because of the very strong WWV signal right on that frequency. Even the input bandpass filter attenuation of 50-60dB? may not be enough.
4.9152MHz is an alternative to consider.
Is the 3D design for the PTO part available?
73, Mike AF7KR
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I have recently purchased a ubitx kit (V5) bundle which included a 5 inch nextion display and appropriate case.? I tried programming the nextion tonight and while the 5 inch nextion file seems to load properly, the image on the screen only populates the upper left corner.? I have tried uploading via both the computer and via an sd card while powered off of usb power. Either way it doesn't make a difference.??
Not sure if I am doing something wrong or not.
Any help would be appreciated.? Thanks in advance.
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Scott, We will still be giving out the basic kit at a much lower price (about the same as the ubitx). The main board is almost twice the size of ubitx. We had to use much more costlier transmit filter components, large heatsinks to larger T50-6 toroids and 250v, RF grade capacitors. This is a 40 watt radio. We are more than happy if we can cover costs. Unfortunately the timing got us on the wrong side. But here is the upside. There is nothing in the design that is unobtainable even in these days of shortage. The circuit is all discrete and easily put together from your junk boxes. Substitutions are easy too. The only critical thing is that you must use a raspberry pi and a wm8731 codec (still available as a board from mikro for 20 dollars). You can still scratch build it yourself, at least a QRP version for less than $100 dollars (if you already have a raspberry pi). It works equally well with a regular hdmi display.? It is a bit of an effort, but someone can take a stab at porting the code to a PC too.? - f - f
Hi Ashhar,
I too have been anxiously waiting for the sBitx.? I am a bit disappointed that the cost has creeped up but I do understand the problems.? You have to make money.
I assume that the $500 kit is for everything which I may end up buying but I was seriously considering a customized case and maybe a larger screen.? When I bought the uBitx V6, I bought the Full kit but I almost ordered the Basic kit.? Is that the marketing idea you are considering?? Are there other packages without a display and/or Pi as options?
Looking for to it.
Thanks, Scott?
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Hi Ashhar,
I too have been anxiously waiting for the sBitx.? I am a bit disappointed that the cost has creeped up but I do understand the problems.? You have to make money.
I assume that the $500 kit is for everything which I may end up buying but I was seriously considering a customized case and maybe a larger screen.? When I bought the uBitx V6, I bought the Full kit but I almost ordered the Basic kit.? Is that the marketing idea you are considering?? Are there other packages without a display and/or Pi as options?
Looking for to it.
Thanks, Scott?
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Re: best way to reach HF Signals?
Thanks! Will try that. Was following the instructions on: That said to send to hfsignals@... 73 Mark AJ6CU
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Re: best way to reach HF Signals?
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On Fri, Jul 1, 2022, 9:05 PM Mark Hatch < mark2382@...> wrote: Hi,
Been trying to reach HF Signals thru the gmail on their website. Just trying to confirm that the Raduino listed in the buy section of their website is compatible with a V5 board.
73
Mark
AJ6CU
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best way to reach HF Signals?
Hi,
Been trying to reach HF Signals thru the gmail on their website. Just trying to confirm that the Raduino listed in the buy section of their website is compatible with a V5 board.
73
Mark
AJ6CU
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Re: Still Missing data for assembly of UBIX 6 kit , not even on master internet link
Brendon - Evan gave you a pretty good rundown of your questions.? The extra cable is for, I think, plugging in to the board and remote mounting some of the controls and jacks.? Referring to the schematic it looks like they provide off-board support for volume, mic, and speaker.
Have fun!? I now have three of these little gems and they are great!
73,
Justin B.
KI5GKD
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Re: Now the correct link: I just published my experimental 6 mtr (50 MHz) SSB transceiver on youtube.
#arduino
#6meters
@David:
this morning, I completed the video's of my 6 mtr transceiver. Hopefully you find enough information in the schematics that I included.
Because the output is not as high as I wanted, I made an external amplifier that I will publish next week. Because it is strongly related to the transceiver I will place it in the same playlist.
Link to the playlist:
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Gordon, That will be available as well. So we got that covered too.
I don¡¯t want to try to tell you how to run your business. I don¡¯t know how much trouble it is to offer options. But you might consider offering it without the raspberry pi, but with the microSD chip already programmed. For example I already own a pi4 and that would probably save me over $120. ?
$500 seems a little steep but it¡¯s in the same range as the G4 I believe. ? ?I have been very interested in this radio!! ? If I decide to purchase it I can always sell my raspberry pi four to recoup some of its cost.?
I know it¡¯s a problem to offer something for sale and really appreciate all the work your company and you have done, Farhan!
Gordon Kx4z? ? Unfortunately it will cost 500 USD. This is because of very high prices we had to pay to get raspberry pis and the 7 inch displays. The pair costed us $250. The new box is much heavier than ubitx, there is a massive heatsink. The box is big and heavy duty, lasercut and powder coated aluminium. All that plus the bigger PCBd took another $250. I hear the display prices are cooling off now. We hope we can bring down the prices once the scarcity is over. - f On Fri, Jul 1, 2022, 2:11 AM KC2UKU ED < kc2uku@...> wrote: yes that's what I like to know to?
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I don¡¯t want to try to tell you how to run your business. I don¡¯t know how much trouble it is to offer options. But you might consider offering it without the raspberry pi, but with the microSD chip already programmed. For example I already own a pi4 and that would probably save me over $120. ?
$500 seems a little steep but it¡¯s in the same range as the G4 I believe. ? ?I have been very interested in this radio!! ? If I decide to purchase it I can always sell my raspberry pi four to recoup some of its cost.?
I know it¡¯s a problem to offer something for sale and really appreciate all the work your company and you have done, Farhan!
Gordon Kx4z?
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? Unfortunately it will cost 500 USD. This is because of very high prices we had to pay to get raspberry pis and the 7 inch displays. The pair costed us $250. The new box is much heavier than ubitx, there is a massive heatsink. The box is big and heavy duty, lasercut and powder coated aluminium. All that plus the bigger PCBd took another $250. I hear the display prices are cooling off now. We hope we can bring down the prices once the scarcity is over. - f On Fri, Jul 1, 2022, 2:11 AM KC2UKU ED < kc2uku@...> wrote: yes that's what I like to know to?
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Re: Still Missing data for assembly of UBIX 6 kit , not even on master internet link
Thanks Jerry for your explanation of? UBix 6? connections in recent kit I've just been assembling? ,
Best regards, brendondreaver@...? ? ? ? ?(? Call sign? ZL1OO? ,? ? New Zealand )?
On Friday, 1 July 2022 at 06:47:34 pm NZST, Gerald Sherman <ve4gks@...> wrote:
Power supply is standard - tip is positive.
Key jack is the one under the encoder.? If you turn up the volume
with no antenna, you will hear some background noise.? If you then
use an empty phone plug, trial & error will identify the phone
jack.
The extra plug is for connection for digital modes.
That white tool is a stylus for the front panel.
Gerry
Sent by the Thunderbird
On 2022-07-01 06:26, Brendon Dreaver
via groups.io wrote:
Hi Justin ,
That is precisely the
problem ...!!!!? (? Moral = Don't assume? )
If you look closely you will
note :-?
The assembly data
provided? on main kit link below for uBIX 6 ;?
gives none
of the answers to assembly? problems encountered as
to :-?
1. Polarity of power supply
socket on back ?
2. which sockets on front are
what , assume mic. earphones & keyer , but nothing to say
which is which?
? ? ?& correct? wiring
for each plug to be inserted ?
3. the reason & use of
extra wiring with plugs supplied? , but nothing listed as to
what they are used for ,
?nor for the corresponding
sockets on master circuit board ?
& 4, what the small white
plastic? adjustment ??? tool is for?
so still none? the wiser ,
& reluctant to plug in power as with likes of guitar
effect units many have negative centre pin power , so one need
to get this correct before even starting so one does not end
with a
circuit "cook -up".?
?
? is only half the story !!!!
regards,?
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Brendon,
Refer to hfsignals site for assembly instructions.
73,
Justin B.
KI5GKD
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RE ; Critical answers to UBIX 6 transceiver Kit concerning connection explanations that were missing in package
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?1st July 2022? 11:22 pm NZ Time? Hello Evan , Very many thanks for your prompt reply below? concerning Critical answers to UBIX 6? transceiver Kit ,? concerning connection explanations? that were missing in package.?
I can now go ahead ,plug in correct polarity power , & Mic, Earphones & keyer in correct places & see if I can get it to work !!!
Also thanks for explaining the white gadget is a special stylus for the small touch screen ,
& the extra cables with connectors actually apply to an earlier model # 5 !!!? & not this one at all !!!!
I really appreciate your? assistance in this matter , & can lay my worries to rest !!!
All the best? Cheers,? brendondreaver@...? ? ? ? ZL1OO? ? ? ( New Zealand )?
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On Friday, 1 July 2022 at 07:02:53 pm NZST, Evan Hand <elhandjr@...> wrote:
Hi Brendon,
To answer your questions:
The center pin of the power connector is the positive (+) lead.? The barrel is the negative one.
1 - When looking at the front of the uBitx, the left-most jack is for the mic/PTT that comes with the kit.? The next jack to the right (middle) is for headphones or a stereo connection.? The far-right jack is for the key/paddles used for CW.
2 - The extra connectors with wires were required for the v5 and earlier uBitx kits.? This was before the jacks were mounted on the mainboard.? HFSignals has continued to provide them, though they are not needed.? The headers are still on the main board, so they can be used for any mods you want.
3 - The white plastic tool is a stylus that can be used with the touch screen.? It is better than using a pen point, as it will not mar the screen.? It has more of a pint than your finger, making a selection on-screen easier.
Here is a picture of the mainboard with the essential jacks and headers noted:
As noted in the picture, it is courtesy of KB3T.
Have fun.? Your journey is just beginning.?
There are so many options and mods that are enabled by the open design.??
73
Evan
AC9TU
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Re: Assistance required for new UBitx V6 purchaser please,
Hi Brendon, To answer your questions: The center pin of the power connector is the positive (+) lead.? The barrel is the negative one. 1 - When looking at the front of the uBitx, the left-most jack is for the mic/PTT that comes with the kit.? The next jack to the right (middle) is for headphones or a stereo connection.? The far-right jack is for the key/paddles used for CW. 2 - The extra connectors with wires were required for the v5 and earlier uBitx kits.? This was before the jacks were mounted on the mainboard.? HFSignals has continued to provide them, though they are not needed.? The headers are still on the main board, so they can be used for any mods you want. 3 - The white plastic tool is a stylus that can be used with the touch screen.? It is better than using a pen point, as it will not mar the screen.? It has more of a pint than your finger, making a selection on-screen easier. Here is a picture of the mainboard with the essential jacks and headers noted:  As noted in the picture, it is courtesy of KB3T. Have fun.? Your journey is just beginning.? There are so many options and mods that are enabled by the open design.?? 73 Evan AC9TU
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Re: Still Missing data for assembly of UBIX 6 kit , not even on master internet link
Power supply is standard - tip is positive.
Key jack is the one under the encoder.? If you turn up the volume
with no antenna, you will hear some background noise.? If you then
use an empty phone plug, trial & error will identify the phone
jack.
The extra plug is for connection for digital modes.
That white tool is a stylus for the front panel.
Gerry
Sent by the Thunderbird
On 2022-07-01 06:26, Brendon Dreaver
via groups.io wrote:
toggle quoted message
Show quoted text
Hi Justin ,
That is precisely the
problem ...!!!!? (? Moral = Don't assume? )
If you look closely you will
note :-?
The assembly data
provided? on main kit link below for uBIX 6 ;?
gives none
of the answers to assembly? problems encountered as
to :-?
1. Polarity of power supply
socket on back ?
2. which sockets on front are
what , assume mic. earphones & keyer , but nothing to say
which is which?
? ? ?& correct? wiring
for each plug to be inserted ?
3. the reason & use of
extra wiring with plugs supplied? , but nothing listed as to
what they are used for ,
?nor for the corresponding
sockets on master circuit board ?
& 4, what the small white
plastic? adjustment ??? tool is for?
so still none? the wiser ,
& reluctant to plug in power as with likes of guitar
effect units many have negative centre pin power , so one need
to get this correct before even starting so one does not end
with a
circuit "cook -up".?
?
? is only half the story !!!!
regards,?
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Brendon,
Refer to hfsignals site for assembly instructions.
73,
Justin B.
KI5GKD
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