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uBITX for sale $67

Jon Titus, KZ1G
 

uBITX transceiver for sale.? I built the radio but didn't use it beyond a few quick CW QSOs.? Unfortunately it's unlikely I'll use it again.? Well packaged and shipped in the USA.? Transceiver and shipping via UPS or USPS, $67 total.? Documentation included.? Paypal only: jontitus@....? (See photos.)

This transceiver includes a 4-line LCD and programmed Arduino module for the RadI2Cino (Radio-I2C-Arduino) modifications.? (Documentation included.)? I installed this and it works.? This mod includes a different controller board, but you can revert to the original configuration if you wish.? I'll include the original plug-in control module, 2-line LCD, and the Arduino module so you can go back to the original configuration if you wish.

The transceiver comes mounted on a wooden board with clear plastic front and rear panels.? You can use the radio as-is or put it in a case of your choice.? Instead of using the pushbutton in the incremental encoder rotary control I added a separate high-quality pushbutton.? The RadI2Cino modification required a second pushbutton for the VFO selection (A/B/Split).

I removed the transmit/receive relay and replaced it with a front-panel switch.? Two small LEDs indicate the status (red-transmit and green, receive).? I'll include this relay in case you want to use it instead of the switch.? My front panel includes an SPDT switch for power, but I didn't connect it.
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Jon Titus, KZ1G
Herriman, UT USA



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Jack Purdum
 

Jon:

If it's not sold, I'll take it.

Jack, W8TEE

On Sunday, December 23, 2018, 12:23:40 PM EST, Jon Titus, KZ1G <tituskz1g@...> wrote:


uBITX transceiver for sale.? I built the radio but didn't use it beyond a few quick CW QSOs.? Unfortunately it's unlikely I'll use it again.? Well packaged and shipped in the USA.? Transceiver and shipping via UPS or USPS, $67 total.? Documentation included.? Paypal only: jontitus@....? (See photos.)

This transceiver includes a 4-line LCD and programmed Arduino module for the RadI2Cino (Radio-I2C-Arduino) modifications.? (Documentation included.)? I installed this and it works.? This mod includes a different controller board, but you can revert to the original configuration if you wish.? I'll include the original plug-in control module, 2-line LCD, and the Arduino module so you can go back to the original configuration if you wish.

The transceiver comes mounted on a wooden board with clear plastic front and rear panels.? You can use the radio as-is or put it in a case of your choice.? Instead of using the pushbutton in the incremental encoder rotary control I added a separate high-quality pushbutton.? The RadI2Cino modification required a second pushbutton for the VFO selection (A/B/Split).

I removed the transmit/receive relay and replaced it with a front-panel switch.? Two small LEDs indicate the status (red-transmit and green, receive).? I'll include this relay in case you want to use it instead of the switch.? My front panel includes an SPDT switch for power, but I didn't connect it.
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Jon Titus, KZ1G
Herriman, UT USA
Jon Titus, KZ1G
 

SOLD.
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Jon Titus, KZ1G
Herriman, UT USA
 

Hi Jack,

I almost pulled the trigger on this as well, but thought I have a V4 just sitting on the shelf with a Nextion display all hooked up and updated and i haven't used it in a month or so or been motivated to stick it in a enclosure. Anyway looks fun.

Joel
N6ALT
 

Hi,

I thought about it too. I have a V3 that is working and I am now holding out for the QSX from QRP Labs when they get it ready. I have other radios too so I passed on this one. Somebody else might actually need it to get on the air.

73,

Bill KU8H

On 12/23/18 1:38 PM, Joel Caulkins/N6ALT wrote:
Hi Jack,
I almost pulled the trigger on this as well, but thought I have a V4 just sitting on the shelf with a Nextion display all hooked up and updated and i haven't used it in a month or so or been motivated to stick it in a enclosure. Anyway looks fun.
Joel
N6ALT
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bark less - wag more
 

I am in the same boat as Bill, KU8H.? I have a v4 in surgery right now for the relays and spurs mods and waiting for the QSX.? Only wish the software was open source.? I relay like the idea of a SDTx (software defined transceiver).? The biggest advantage is the fact that all of the functions are in software, which is negated to some extent by making the software closed.? May think about how to use the hardware on the QSX and write my own software.??

Happy Holidays to All
73
Evan
AC9TU
Jack Purdum
 

Even:

I can appreciate Hans' reasons for keeping it closed, but all may not be lost. It is possible, if he could ever find the time, for Hans to write an API (Application Programmers Interface) for the application. By defining entry points into the code, he could have other experiment with the code. Even if the SMT32F103 is "filled", one could use one of the other series that has more software resources (flash and SRAM) and use it instead of the original. He could provide the core as a hex file, but have an API defined that would allow other to experiment.

I don't know if he would ever want to do that, but it would be interesting if he did.

Jack, W8TEE

On Sunday, December 23, 2018, 1:52:02 PM EST, Evan Hand <elhandjr@...> wrote:


I am in the same boat as Bill, KU8H.? I have a v4 in surgery right now for the relays and spurs mods and waiting for the QSX.? Only wish the software was open source.? I relay like the idea of a SDTx (software defined transceiver).? The biggest advantage is the fact that all of the functions are in software, which is negated to some extent by making the software closed.? May think about how to use the hardware on the QSX and write my own software.??

Happy Holidays to All
73
Evan
AC9TU

 

The API rout would be a good compromise.? The thoughts that I had were along the line of more advanced filters, giving up some of the digital modes for noise reduction or digital voice modes.? Also (Really stretching) posibility of coordination of multiple SDTx to strange things like focus a programmable beam array on a station automatically.? Not that I know how to do any of these types of things, Just thinking out loud examples of what I might like to do with access to the software.

At this point we just have to hope that Hans gets well enough to actually put the kits on the market.

Good idea on the API

73
Evan
AC9TU
Jack Purdum
 

Gees...really? I misspell it and it comes out

?? Even Hand

Sorry about that, Evan. I'd like to blame it on autocorrect...so I will!

Jack, W8TEE

On Sunday, December 23, 2018, 2:08:52 PM EST, Evan Hand <elhandjr@...> wrote:


The API rout would be a good compromise.? The thoughts that I had were along the line of more advanced filters, giving up some of the digital modes for noise reduction or digital voice modes.? Also (Really stretching) posibility of coordination of multiple SDTx to strange things like focus a programmable beam array on a station automatically.? Not that I know how to do any of these types of things, Just thinking out loud examples of what I might like to do with access to the software.

At this point we just have to hope that Hans gets well enough to actually put the kits on the market.

Good idea on the API

73
Evan
AC9TU

 

No Problem, it happens a lot and I am use to it.

73
Evan
 

Hi,

My V3 isn't broken:) I have been using it. I don't want to make the QSX into something different than it already is (or will be). In fact, I am not interested in mods to my uBitx beyond taming the spurious output and a couple 'polite' things. I already tamed the monster sidetone. I am not interested in AGC, touch screens or things like that. Some hams want those things and they know what to do:) I am using some of the improvements in the CEC software. I am not desparate to make more changes:)

And now about the open source. I am going to use uBitx pieces, mostly the Raduino section (or similar) to restore a nice general coverage receiver whose proprietary system has failed. The hardware is top-notch. All I have to do is feed it and give it direction:)

73,

Bill KU8H

On 12/23/18 1:51 PM, Evan Hand wrote:
I am in the same boat as Bill, KU8H.? I have a v4 in surgery right now for the relays and spurs mods and waiting for the QSX.? Only wish the software was open source.? I relay like the idea of a SDTx (software defined transceiver).? The biggest advantage is the fact that all of the functions are in software, which is negated to some extent by making the software closed.? May think about how to use the hardware on the QSX and write my own software.
Happy Holidays to All
73
Evan
AC9TU
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bark less - wag more
Dave Dixon
 

hi bill,
?????? this is not meant to be a sob story but? Ive a friend who is disabled and confined to a wheelchair and if your bitx is still for sale would you be willing to post to the uk.? then i will box it for him.Regards Dave.G0AYD QTHR


On Sun, 23 Dec 2018 at 17:23, Jon Titus, KZ1G <tituskz1g@...> wrote:
uBITX transceiver for sale.? I built the radio but didn't use it beyond a few quick CW QSOs.? Unfortunately it's unlikely I'll use it again.? Well packaged and shipped in the USA.? Transceiver and shipping via UPS or USPS, $67 total.? Documentation included.? Paypal only: jontitus@....? (See photos.)

This transceiver includes a 4-line LCD and programmed Arduino module for the RadI2Cino (Radio-I2C-Arduino) modifications.? (Documentation included.)? I installed this and it works.? This mod includes a different controller board, but you can revert to the original configuration if you wish.? I'll include the original plug-in control module, 2-line LCD, and the Arduino module so you can go back to the original configuration if you wish.

The transceiver comes mounted on a wooden board with clear plastic front and rear panels.? You can use the radio as-is or put it in a case of your choice.? Instead of using the pushbutton in the incremental encoder rotary control I added a separate high-quality pushbutton.? The RadI2Cino modification required a second pushbutton for the VFO selection (A/B/Split).

I removed the transmit/receive relay and replaced it with a front-panel switch.? Two small LEDs indicate the status (red-transmit and green, receive).? I'll include this relay in case you want to use it instead of the switch.? My front panel includes an SPDT switch for power, but I didn't connect it.
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Jon Titus, KZ1G
Herriman, UT USA

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