does any one have the website for the jackal.
guess my memory is slipping too
dave k7da
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I'm not at all familiar with all the details, but I would love to be added to the list as well.?? It looks like a fabulous project.
Thanks
Dick
W4PID
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 9:54:18 PM EST, joe camilli <jjcamilli@...> wrote:
Ditto if it is not to late please add me
Joe N7QPP
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Ditto if it is not to late please add me
Joe N7QPP
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I forgot that we had to change the RA8875 library. The modified library is on the site for download.
Sorry...I'm old...
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 6:15:15 PM EST, David Berkompas <david.berkompas@...> wrote:
Using Arduino IDE 1.8.8
Board: Teensy 3.6
USB Type: All of the Above
Libraries installed:
Adafruit_ILI9341 (1.2.0)
Adafruit_RA8875 (1.0.4)
Adafruit_GFX-Library (1.3.6)
Audio (Site linked in source)
OpenAudio_ArduinoLibrary?(Site linked in source)
RA8875?(Site linked in source)
Rotary?(Site linked in source)
SerialFlash?(Site linked in source)
Time?(Site linked in source)
URTouch?(Site linked in source)
UTFT?(Site linked in source)
UTFT_Buttons?(Site linked in source)
When I compile, I'm getting lots of errors:
'class RA8875' has no member named 'touchEnable'
'class RA8875' has no member named 'touched'
Is it linking the wrong RA8875 library?
Dave
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Disregard my dumb question on the site !
Jack,
Thanks, I received the board this week...big box for the board.? Thought stuff might have fallen out hence the question on where the other parts were.
that's what I get for not RTFI..
display, audio, Teensy all ordered...of course a newe uBitx ..
Thanks looking forward to getting things running here to add to my collection
Vince
N2AIE
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Re: JackAl Software Ready for Download
Jack, That's a really impressive modification history, and a monumental coding effort. It's going to take a few days, (at least!), to understand. Thanks for doing it! (especially c++!)
Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "jjpurdum via Groups.Io" <jjpurdum@...> Date: 1/19/19 12:30 PM (GMT-07:00) Subject: [JackAl] JackAl Software Ready for Download
All: The source code for JackAl is now
available for download at our web site, hamradiodesigns.com. I
apologize for the delay and that delay is totally on me. Al had his
work done months ago. In my defense, it not easy to get 11,000+ lines
of C/C++ code to play nice with each other. That said, we think the
final result is worth the wait, with features we think everyone will
appreciate. Some details:
There are multiple files in the
project. Only one file has a secondary file name of INO. This file
contains the setup() and loop() functions and, therefore, all
program control elements start in the INO file. All other files are
CPP (i.e., C++) files. While this is different than some of you are
used to, it brings two advantages to the party: 1) it allows for
type checking across files, and 2) it allows for incremental
compiles. This second feature can be a real time saver. Instead of
compiling almost 400K of source code spread out over 19 files,
incremental compiling causes the IDE to only compile those files
that have been changed since the last compile.
Line number 4 in the JackAl.h
header file contains this line: ? #define DEBUG
In setup(), you'll see
??? #ifdef DEBUG
??? Serial.begin(115200);
?#endif
In a few places you will also find:
?? #ifdef DEBUG
?? Serial.print(¡°x = ¡°);
?? Serial.println(x);
?#endif
If you leave line 4 in the header file unchanged, the
Serial object is compiled into the code which can be useful for
debugging, like the Serial.print() lines above. If you comment out
line 4, the Serial object is NOT compiled into your program, and all
of the subsequent debug print statements are also not compiled into
the program. This technique is called ¡°scaffolding¡± and it allows
you to ¡°remove¡± debug statements without actually removing them
from the code. Because you don't have to retype your debug statements
in the highly unlikely event your changes have a bug in them. This
can be a real timesaver. You decide what to do with line 4.
Even if you've never programmed,
you will eventually get tired of seeing Al's and my names on the
Splash screen. The Splash() function is in the INO file and feel
free to change it to your own name and call. Note if you want to change something, you must have installed the Arduino IDE and the Teensyduino patch. Details are in manuals.
This code is Open Source, as is
the hardware. This is an experimenters platform and we hope you will do just that. That said, we ask that you leave the file header
comments unchanged and at the top of the file. Feel free to add
whatever you wish after our comments.
There is a JackAl group now
(/g/JackAl)
and all comments, questions, and support will be done via that
Forum. Please check the site from time-to-time, as we know we want to improve a number of things in the software.
Jack, W8TEE
Al, AC8GY
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Re: JackAl Software Ready for Download
Thanks for including the links for necessary libraries in the source, much appreciated.
Dave - AI6K
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JackAl Software Ready for Download
All: The source code for JackAl is now
available for download at our web site, hamradiodesigns.com. I
apologize for the delay and that delay is totally on me. Al had his
work done months ago. In my defense, it not easy to get 11,000+ lines
of C/C++ code to play nice with each other. That said, we think the
final result is worth the wait, with features we think everyone will
appreciate. Some details:
There are multiple files in the
project. Only one file has a secondary file name of INO. This file
contains the setup() and loop() functions and, therefore, all
program control elements start in the INO file. All other files are
CPP (i.e., C++) files. While this is different than some of you are
used to, it brings two advantages to the party: 1) it allows for
type checking across files, and 2) it allows for incremental
compiles. This second feature can be a real time saver. Instead of
compiling almost 400K of source code spread out over 19 files,
incremental compiling causes the IDE to only compile those files
that have been changed since the last compile.
Line number 4 in the JackAl.h
header file contains this line: ? #define DEBUG
In setup(), you'll see
??? #ifdef DEBUG
??? Serial.begin(115200);
?#endif
In a few places you will also find:
?? #ifdef DEBUG
?? Serial.print(¡°x = ¡°);
?? Serial.println(x);
?#endif
If you leave line 4 in the header file unchanged, the
Serial object is compiled into the code which can be useful for
debugging, like the Serial.print() lines above. If you comment out
line 4, the Serial object is NOT compiled into your program, and all
of the subsequent debug print statements are also not compiled into
the program. This technique is called ¡°scaffolding¡± and it allows
you to ¡°remove¡± debug statements without actually removing them
from the code. Because you don't have to retype your debug statements
in the highly unlikely event your changes have a bug in them. This
can be a real timesaver. You decide what to do with line 4.
Even if you've never programmed,
you will eventually get tired of seeing Al's and my names on the
Splash screen. The Splash() function is in the INO file and feel
free to change it to your own name and call. Note if you want to change something, you must have installed the Arduino IDE and the Teensyduino patch. Details are in manuals.
This code is Open Source, as is
the hardware. This is an experimenters platform and we hope you will do just that. That said, we ask that you leave the file header
comments unchanged and at the top of the file. Feel free to add
whatever you wish after our comments.
There is a JackAl group now
(/g/JackAl)
and all comments, questions, and support will be done via that
Forum. Please check the site from time-to-time, as we know we want to improve a number of things in the software.
Jack, W8TEE
Al, AC8GY
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Re: Parts missing from bom?
You're probably right. I figured it out after all! ? Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "jjpurdum via Groups.Io" <jjpurdum@...> Date: 1/19/19 12:12 PM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
We did add the mounting holes for those who want to use SMA connectors. A lot of people don't like connectors of any kind and prefer to solder directly to the board. The off-board BOM is just those things that must be added to make the board functional. My guess is that, if someone if going to use the optional SMA cable, they will likely know they want the connectors.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:57:03 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
...besides the pc board appears to be drilled for them? Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "eyelessmisfit via Groups.Io" <eyelessmisfit@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:48 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
Ok, just thought folks who are ordering things might want to include, as if you follow your manual and buy an sma cable, cut it in half, solder it in place, hot glue strain reliefs, etc, might want to have a place for them to connect to? ? Peace, Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "jjpurdum via Groups.Io" <jjpurdum@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:35 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
They are not needed, as you can solder directly to the board. That's why we didn't put the SMA cables on, either.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:32:10 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
It looked to me like these may be needed but not listed on the bom:
Sma female Jack solder edge 1.6mm space pc mount straight rf connectors-- 2ea.
Ebay?Ok, just that?
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Hi,
If not too late, please include me for a parts kit.
Jon
K6WV
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Re: Parts missing from bom?
We did add the mounting holes for those who want to use SMA connectors. A lot of people don't like connectors of any kind and prefer to solder directly to the board. The off-board BOM is just those things that must be added to make the board functional. My guess is that, if someone if going to use the optional SMA cable, they will likely know they want the connectors.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:57:03 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
...besides the pc board appears to be drilled for them? Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "eyelessmisfit via Groups.Io" <eyelessmisfit@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:48 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
Ok, just thought folks who are ordering things might want to include, as if you follow your manual and buy an sma cable, cut it in half, solder it in place, hot glue strain reliefs, etc, might want to have a place for them to connect to? ? Peace, Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "jjpurdum via Groups.Io" <jjpurdum@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:35 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
They are not needed, as you can solder directly to the board. That's why we didn't put the SMA cables on, either.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:32:10 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
It looked to me like these may be needed but not listed on the bom:
Sma female Jack solder edge 1.6mm space pc mount straight rf connectors-- 2ea.
Ebay?Ok, just that?
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Re: Parts missing from bom?
...besides the pc board appears to be drilled for them? Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "eyelessmisfit via Groups.Io" <eyelessmisfit@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:48 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
Ok, just thought folks who are ordering things might want to include, as if you follow your manual and buy an sma cable, cut it in half, solder it in place, hot glue strain reliefs, etc, might want to have a place for them to connect to? ? Peace, Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "jjpurdum via Groups.Io" <jjpurdum@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:35 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
They are not needed, as you can solder directly to the board. That's why we didn't put the SMA cables on, either.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:32:10 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
It looked to me like these may be needed but not listed on the bom:
Sma female Jack solder edge 1.6mm space pc mount straight rf connectors-- 2ea.
Ebay?Ok, just that?
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Re: Parts missing from bom?
Ok, just thought folks who are ordering things might want to include, as if you follow your manual and buy an sma cable, cut it in half, solder it in place, hot glue strain reliefs, etc, might want to have a place for them to connect to? ? Peace, Ron W0QVJ
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-------- Original message -------- From: "jjpurdum via Groups.Io" <jjpurdum@...> Date: 1/19/19 11:35 AM (GMT-07:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] Parts missing from bom?
They are not needed, as you can solder directly to the board. That's why we didn't put the SMA cables on, either.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:32:10 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
It looked to me like these may be needed but not listed on the bom:
Sma female Jack solder edge 1.6mm space pc mount straight rf connectors-- 2ea.
Ebay?Ok, just that?
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Re: Parts missing from bom?
They are not needed, as you can solder directly to the board. That's why we didn't put the SMA cables on, either.
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 1:32:10 PM EST, eyelessmisfit <eyelessmisfit@...> wrote:
It looked to me like these may be needed but not listed on the bom:
Sma female Jack solder edge 1.6mm space pc mount straight rf connectors-- 2ea.
Ebay?
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Mark:
This is going to turn into an accounting nightmare for you. As a suggestion: Why not order the max you can afford right now (e.g., 50, 100?), order the parts, and we will put an "Off-board Parts for Sale" ad with a paragraph description, contact info, and price for you on our site. You may find price breaks at 50 or 100 that don't exist at 25 units which could benefit everyone.?
Your call...
Jack, W8TEE
On Saturday, January 19, 2019, 12:24:06 PM EST, mhill001@... <mhill001@...> wrote:
I'm now up to 16 in the buy group. Following are the people I have. Let me know if I missed you. I will be buying for and cutting off the buy at 20 as I don't want to turn this into work. If anyone else wants in, now is the time.?
Art Olson
Bill Evans
Bill Park
Bruce Nebergall
Chuck Hobin
Clyde Alexander
David Berkompas
Gary Anderson
Guy Bridge
John Evans
John Flinn
Kenneth Frazer
Mark Hill
Neil Goldstein
Roy Appleton
Steve Behlmer
Thanks,
Mark
KD2PMA
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It looked to me like these may be needed but not listed on the bom:
Sma female Jack solder edge 1.6mm space pc mount straight rf connectors-- 2ea.
Ebay?
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I'm now up to 16 in the buy group. Following are the people I have. Let me know if I missed you. I will be buying for and cutting off the buy at 20 as I don't want to turn this into work. If anyone else wants in, now is the time.?
Art Olson
Bill Evans
Bill Park
Bruce Nebergall
Chuck Hobin
Clyde Alexander
David Berkompas
Gary Anderson
Guy Bridge
John Evans
John Flinn
Kenneth Frazer
Mark Hill
Neil Goldstein
Roy Appleton
Steve Behlmer
Thanks,
Mark
KD2PMA
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Please include me.
Bill
KG6UBA
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Mark,
Thanks for the offer but I'm halfway through the buy.? Guess I need to be more patient!
73, cam kt3a
Sent from Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
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-------- Original message -------- From: mhill001@... Date: 1/18/19 15:19 (GMT-05:00) Subject: Re: [JackAl] JackAl Parts Kit
I am up to 11 in the build group so far, so it is a go. I will be sending a group email out to confirm I got everyone that wants in. If anyone else wants in you probably have until Monday as that is most likely when I will do the ordering. Also, as this is a new project and I am seeing some discrepancies in information I would ask anyone with important information or insight- errata, best pricing source, etc. to forward that to me to consolidate. Multiple eyes should help keep us on the straight and narrow. Thanks, Mark KD2PMA?
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Mark,
Please put me down for a parts kit.? Easy pay by Paypal.
Bruce Nebergall, K4TQL
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Richard Hattaway
jjpurdum