Re: zbitz changes
I agree with most of Ken and Lee's points.? What is not mentioned is the enormous amount of software that Ashhar Farhan used that is open source and may not be available for the "lower cost/higher
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Evan Hand
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#116272
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Re: zbitz changes
" If he had been much earlier in the design process, a more powerful CPU may have been a better answer, but it is not practical at this point"
Not to pick nits, but I was under the impression that
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Ken N2VIP
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#116271
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Re: zbitz changes
Thank you Lee for your 2? in the topic, without which we seemed to be in
the dark.
This seems like a new wave taking shape after "Add my name to the new order
list"
Cheers
wrote:
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Charudatt Uplap
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#116270
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Re: zbitz changes
I decided to go for the zBitx because I'm really intrigued by the concept of a miniaturized allband allmode trx. I have full faith in the developers that they'll create an amazing product for the
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OE1HWS
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#116269
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Re: reviving my sbitx v3
Michael,
The first step is to verify that the Q10 Drain goes to zero when TX goes to 3 volts (or higher).? If that happens, Q10 is OK.? If not, it is bad.
Once Q10 works, verify that the Q9 tab
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Evan Hand
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#116268
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Re: reviving my sbitx v3
Evan, I have gotten things mostly straightened out, proper voltage to R77, 5.6v to D6, etc. I still get the 3v on Q10 for the Tx signal, but Q9 just doesn't switch. The voltages on the excel sheet
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Michael Bales
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#116267
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Re: sBITX Toolbox - A great companion for the sBitx transceiver is now available for public release
#file-notice
#sBitx
#sbitx_v2
#sBITX_v3
#wiki-notice
sBitx Toolbox for 64 Bit has been upgraded to v3.01.
This upgrade includes new and enhanced applications.
* Re-added Screen Resizer
* Updated USB headset for lower latency
* Added volume slider to
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JJ - W9JES
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#116266
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
Now I wish I hadn’t removed so many parts, Hope I can get the back in without too much difficulty! #LoveThroughHolePcbs!
73,
Rob, WF4RC
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Sent: Monday, March 10, 2025
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WF4RC Carroll
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#116265
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
Yes, that is why I sent the picture.? Unfortunately, there is no tracking process for minor revisions, only the major ones, such as DE, V2, V3, and V4.? The V4 has just been announced.
With
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Evan Hand
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#116264
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
I just realized your picture does not have RD2 in it. Perhaps different revisions of sBitx V3 ??
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WF4RC Carroll
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#116263
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
Exactly what I would expect. Interesting that RD2 is not on the schematic. I'm befuddled as to what is happening with my PCB. I should have 11.xx v on either side of LD6. Even more so with the list of
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WF4RC Carroll
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#116262
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
Hi Rob,
I measured my v3 mic input at 11.6 volts with a 12-volt supply, and no mic was connected.
Here is the picture of the preamp area:
RD2 is not there.
If you want a different bias value,
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Evan Hand
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#116261
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
Well, there ya go! change that resistor to get the bias voltage you
prefer and you should be in business!!
I didn't have that (to my knowledge) in any radio I have worked on, and I
added resistors
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Gordon Gibby KX4Z
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#116260
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Re: sBitx Mic input - assist request
RD2 ? I do not see this resistor on the schematic ( https://github.com/afarhan/sbitx/blob/main/sbitx_v3_production.pdf ) and appears to be in parallel with C29. That would make your answer correct.
It
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WF4RC Carroll
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#116259
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Re: zbitz changes
I think everyone needs to take a deep breath and recognize a few things.
1) This is new product, and to expect military precision for its release does not seem reasonable, especially with a smaller
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Lee
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#116258
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Re: zbitz changes
Please don't confuse a labor of love by a fellow HAM with a large company's
professional product. I am appreciative of the development of this very
innovative,state of the art, product by such a
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0p8dlwo6@...
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#116257
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Re: zbitz changes
This is one reason why I wait until a product it out and vetted before ordering one.
Mike N2MS
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Mike N2MS
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#116256
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Re: zbitz changes
I’m somewhat incredulous that people would urge a complete redesign of a product that is potentially days away from shipping, likely already built. The only issue is how to manage upgrades,
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Gordon Gibby KX4Z
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#116255
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Re: zbitz changes
I sit corrected. But I wonder what the wireless in the Pico will be used
for? Have to wait and see!
[email protected]> wrote:
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Shirley Dulcey KE1L
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#116254
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Re: zbitz changes
Guys, let's not speculate, the designer is not a fool. You already know him
from his earlier offerings.
I suggest, let's wait for the rollout and then discuss.
Right now we don't know much of what's
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Charudatt Uplap
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#116253
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