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Microphone output in SSB 10
Hello All, QMX Mid band I am not getting but less than a .5 watts out with mic gain all the way up. this is going into a dummy load input is on external mic, power is 9v for 9v build, mic is the one Hans has done the testing with brand new from Digikey. CW works just fine 5 watts out on all bands I ran the calibration in firmware 1_01_007 but have update to 1_02_000 to see if that would fix problem it did not. Any suggestions as to where my problem could be. thanks in advance John Dunn KJ4WSR
Started by jctgdunn@... @ · Most recent @
QMX battery suggestion 15
Wanted to give a heads up - I haven't seen this battery in stock for a bit and I think it is a perfect match for the QMX. I thought they were discontinued... It's the Turnigy 9xR 3S LiPo cell, very small (approximately a stick of gum sized, a little larger), and it has a protection PCB built in to prevent over discharge or over current. 2.2AH of capacity, 3.3A max continuous current, 12.6v fully charged Can't argue with the price either at under $10 https://hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-9xr-safety-protected-2200mah-3s-1-5c-transmitter-pack.html
Started by N1EDC @ · Most recent @
QMX plus - just did it in 4
... by supplying 30 Volts by mistake. :-( . It generated an ugly smell. The QMX plus is now completely dead. When opening the case I saw that a component next to the DC connector was cracked and deformed. I also smelt real bad and is labeled "LG". Whatl else might be damaged - or is it FUBB? In which case I might have to order another kit.... (?) 73, Holger, Dk4LX
Started by DK4LX Holger @ · Most recent @
QMX on linux mint 4
Ok, just installed linux mint , installed js8call and flrig. the three serial ports show up but flrig not talking to qdx. Way way in the past there were some comands i had t issue to get things rolliing, now old and need some memory help :) who can give a list of some sudo ?????????? ????? ?? to issue to insure audio, and other nessasary things work and not go bump in the nite.... here is me begging for help -- 73 ChuckR
Started by ChuckR @ · Most recent @
QMX Not Appearing As USB on Mac OS 19
Unbelievable - I've been doing firmware upgrades on all my QMX, QMX+, etc. rigs on this Mac Mini since the dawn of time - no problems. Well, tonight I downloaded the new v2.00 firmware and was going to update one of my QMX+ rigs and give it a whirl. No problem downloading the file. he problem is that now my Mac Finder refuses to see the QMX device. PuTTY has no problem connecting to it; MacLoggedDX has no problem connecting to it. But unless Mr. Finder see it, there will be no way to move the new f/w over to the radio. I've even re-booted the computer - no joy. I have not changed anything on this computer nor have I done any system updates. Any suggestions? -- Jim / K7TXA Eagle, ID SKCC 10447T BUG 301
Started by Jim Bennett / K7TXA @ · Most recent @
Connector 2
Does anyone know the full part # and manufacturer for the 2 x 3 pin header connector 90 degree plug (male) on the QCX+? One of mine is missing. Jim spikes, N4KH
Started by Jim N4KH @ · Most recent @
QMX SSB : Does a Baofeng Micro works ok ? 16
Hi, I tried to use a standard Baofeng micro , the one with a small loudspeaker inside that is not usable with QMX. I have done the easy mods to make possible using this mike with the QMX. No a big issue ... Tried also the Microphone Test tool in the QMX sw, and the mike seems ok using only 40 db for gain. BUT, if I listen with another radio the modulation is very bad .. !! Possibly the two radio too close ?? Unfortunatly, if I talk ,does not seem to exit any RF or just a little bit, from the QMX ( I have a swr/wattmeter in line..). In CW all is ok, in SSB Baofeng micro seems no good. Have you tried the Baofeng Micro ? I guess every body owns one of this mike that why I am asking. 73 de angelo i1jck
Started by Angelo I1JCK @ · Most recent @
#26 Magnet wire substitution QMX 5-Band 3 #AWG28 #qmx #12v #AWG26
This build although tedious has been challenging fun! I need HELP, I think I used too much wire when winding the T401 trifilar toroid. Is it possible to use #26 wire (I have a spool) instead of the #28 wire for the L511 Low Pass Filter toroid or should I purchase more #28wire? 73, John - W7OTD "people ought to saunter in the mountains - not 'hike!" -John Muir
Started by John Mount, W7OTD @ · Most recent @
QMX+ not receiving on 10m 12
Hello all, my QMX can tx fine on 10m, but I can't even hear ft8, come to think about it, I have never heard anything on 10m. Here are some screenshots:
Started by Nico Smith @ · Most recent @
Onboard mic timeline?
Hey all! I¡¯m not saying it would be an ideal situation or anything, but does anyone know if/when we will be able to use the onboard mic for ssb operations? I really love the portable nature of my kit and don¡¯t mind using the onboard mic. Thanks! 73 Jeff KB3TVP
Started by Jeff Benson (KB3TVP) @
QMX + VARA HF for Winlink
First VARA (Winlink) tests with the new SSB-firmware. CESSB is turned of for that. Looks like that it works flawlessly.
Started by DH1MFS @
QDX + Digital Radio Mondiale 7
Hello there , New Ham , New QDX user where the radio has been donated to me by TRAC friends in Istanbul. I reached Australia , Antarctica and Greenland with a 5 volt pc supply and an untuned cable antenna dropped from a window on a concrete wall. Now , I want to transmit a few hours daily in - digital radio mondiale - mode and I will make a pirate radio. Can QDX help me ? Umut TA2JCO
Started by Mustafa Umut Sarac @ · Most recent @
#qcxmini #qcx-mini Weird behavior BPF 3 #qcxmini #qcx-mini
I thought I posted this this morning but can't find it, I hope I haven't made a duplicate post and apologize if I have. I just finished my first build, a QCX Mini in 40m. I'm having an issue during the alignment phase. I have confirmed that I have continuity on common legs of T1 and have reheated the solder points to ensure the enamel has been removed and there is a good connection. I've found a strange thing though, at least I think it is strange. If I apply a little pressure to the middle top or middle bottom of the display my BPF reading goes from 3 to around 9 or 10 and is adjustable. If I let go of the pressure the reading drops back down to 3 or so and won't go higher. I tried a hack, just to see if it would work, of putting some paper between the case and the top of the display board but it doesn't change things. I removed the top right standoff to see if maybe I wasn't making a good connection at the 2x5(maybe it is a 2x4) connector but that didn't change anything either. I've gone through and checked solder joints throughout the board but see nothing standing too proud or that didn't appear ok. I've counted the windings on T1 and it appears to be right for 40m. Can anyone lead me to where to look next? It is just strange to me that a little pressure makes a difference when the only thing I did on the display board was solder the screen itself on and the screen appears to be functioning properly. The photo with the circles is where it seems that a little pressure has the desired change to the BPF. I have a DVM and just found my cheap, Amazon special, oscilloscope but I have no clue how to use it to diagnose a problem.
Started by Scott Rainey KO4BJW @ · Most recent @
Fw: [QRPLabs] 6m Phase error vs DAC
Ooops, My QMX should read my QMX+. 73 Ian G4GIR ----- Original Message ----- From: Ian G4GIR via groups.io <jean.frith@...> Reply-To: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: 03/05/2025 10:46:17 Subject: Re: [QRPLabs] 6m Phase error vs DAC Just checked out that Wiki article. /g/QRPLabs/wiki/39506 Hans quotes:- "Note that on QMX+ I have never seen this occur;" Hans this is happening on my QMX! The last kit I purchased from you, the previous two kits don't have this problem Can I claim a first!! Lol. 73 Ian G4GIR ----- Original Message ----- From: <DH8WN@...> Reply-To: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: 02/05/2025 16:33:58 Subject: Re: [QRPLabs] 6m Phase error vs DAC Ian, there was a discussion about this some days ago. Please read QMX QMX_plus SSB Calibration and Predistortion from the QRP Labs wiki to find the relevant text, about 'calibration not possible' especially more at the end. 73 Ludwig.
Started by Ian G4GIR @
Hi-Band QDX transmit trouble 2
I had been puzzled for a while because I couldn¡¯t get the device to transmit on the 20m band only. Again today, I played around with various settings, hoping to fix the issue. While modifying different parameters in Terminal mode under the Config menu, I discovered something unexpected. It turns out that if I set 'Japanese band limits: ENABLED' in the Configuration, it restricts transmission to the 20m band only. When I switch it back to the default setting 'DISABLED,' transmission becomes possible on all bands! What a surprise! I really think this should be clearly mentioned in the manual. With this, I now have a lineup of two units ¡ª the 5-band version (80¨C20m) and the Hi-Band version (20¨C10m). I couldn¡¯t be happier! JA1TLH/Taka
Started by taka.sugi398@... @ · Most recent @
6m Phase error vs DAC 4
Can someone explain this error please? "Phase Calibration not possible" 73 Ian G4GIR v .009 QMX 3 v .009 QMX 3 Final screen
Started by Ian G4GIR @ · Most recent @
QCX Mini - C39 broken off 2 #qcxmini
I took the PC Board for the QCXmini out of the plastic envelope and after inspection found that C39 had broken off, probably in transit. There was a CAP in the box, so I soldered it back in place. I am afraid, however, that C39 was damaged, since it appears to be missing the silver metal end on the right side. It may be that it is only the solder packed up agains the broken end and it is not making an electrical connection. I do not have any .1uF caps of similar size to replace. Should I continue with the build, and find out if it is broken when I finish the build? Or should I try to find another one before moving on? There are several imprints of other SMD components on the bag that the board came in, so I suspect the problem is that the board was backed too tightly in the box, rather than an assembly problem. Box arrived seemingly undamaged from MO. Thanks for your thoughts. Phil, K3UT
Started by Phil/K3UT @ · Most recent @
#qmx SSB Firmware beta 1_01_007 release 44 #qmx
Hi all I updated the SSB beta testing webpage of the brave, here: https://qrp-labs.com/qmxp/ssbbeta.html and released firmware version 1_01_007 to it. This fixes one more typo I found in the USB compound device configuration. I carefully checked all 440 bytes one by one in all three configurations (1, 2 and 3 serial port). I believe in the 1-port configuration the configuration is byte for byte, identical to 1_00_027. Waiting for Ludwig to confirm any issues or not with WIn 7. I booted my PC into Windows 10 on the old HD and all three serial ports worked properly, and audio too. 73 Hans G0UPL http://qrp-labs.com https://www.buymeacoffee.com/g0upl
Started by Hans Summers @ · Most recent @
de minimis shipping to US from China is ending 5
President Trump has signed an Executive Order that ends the tariff/duty exemption on small value shipments (i.e. < 800 USD) sent from China to the US. It is not made clear if this change will apply to shipments from other countries as well. This will certainly impact those of us who purchase PC boards, electronic components and modules, and equipment in pursuit of our hobby. 73, Ben K0IKR Here is text from the US government: ¡°Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order eliminating duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value imports from China¡­¡± ¡± Following the Secretary of Commerce¡¯s notification that adequate systems are in place to collect tariff revenue, President Trump is ending duty-free de minimis treatment for covered goods from the People¡¯s Republic of China (PRC) and Hong Kong starting May 2, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. EDT. Imported goods sent through means other than the international postal network that are valued at or under $800 and that would otherwise qualify for the de minimisexemption will be subject to all applicable duties, which shall be paid in accordance with applicable entry and payment procedures. All relevant postal items containing goods that are sent through the international postal network that are valued at or under $800 and that would otherwise qualify for the de minimis exemption are subject to a duty rate of either 30% of their value or $25 per item (increasing to $50 per item after June 1, 2025). This is in lieu of any other duties, including those imposed by prior Orders. Carriers transporting these postal items must report shipment details to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), maintain an international carrier bond to ensure duty payment, and remit duties to CBP on a set schedule. CBP may require formal entry for any postal package instead of the specified duties. The Secretary of Commerce will submit a report within 90 days assessing the Order¡¯s impact and considering whether to extend these rules to packages from Macau.¡±
Started by Ben Bangerter, K0IKR @ · Most recent @
Power Supplies
It is really necessary to have a very clean, power supply with low ripple. This is especially noticeable on WSPR where you will see spurious signals either side of a strong signal on both RX and TX if there is residual 50 or 60Hz from your power supply. I built up this unit using a modified "Studer 900" PCB in a blank QMX+ enclosure. Fully analog with discrete components!
Started by Rick Hill @
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