Download the latest smartsdr software for optimal performance and the latest features for the flex6000 signature series software defined radios. Woodboxradio has just recently released their fxpad touchscreen software for powersdr. The flex 1500 runs with powersdr software only at this moment. Smartsdr is a full featured radio client that enables your ipad or iphone to operate your flexradio device. The idea behind fxpad is to allow your main pc screen to display your logging software or psk31 software, while displaying information from powersdr on separate touch screen. This is the default software for flexradio systems but can be used with other radios too.
Flexradio may offer downloads from various thirdparty software vendors for your convenience. Create your free github account today to subscribe to this repository for new releases and build software alongside 40 million developers. Free custom skins for the flex version of powersdr w1aex. If youve never experienced software defined radio you are really missing some magic. The flex1500 is a lowcost, lowwattage sdr that is positioned to allow ham radio operators the ability to experience the incredible capabilities and just plain fun of operating a software defined radio without breaking the budget. Just do a search for the keyword source code and all versions will be displayed. They have been through a full factory test and recalibration. These revisions work on all flex 1500, 3000, and 5000 sdr ham radio transceivers. Powersdr is a very well written application and the interface looks great. With the introduction of flexradios sdr transceiver and the powersdr platform in 2003, we singlehandedly changed the course of the ham radio industry. Flexradio systems powersdr software provides all dsp and hardware control functions for flexradio systems flex1500, flex3000 and flex5000 software defined radios. Third party applications and products flexradio community. Dttsp and powersdr code was provided by flex radio systems, inc. Munke, and me darrin ke9ns powersdr modifications beyond 2.
Certified preloved flex 6400 radios are sold in excellent condition with a full two year warranty. Consult the users guide for information on using the wiki software. In addition, specific models mentioned in the software defined radio forum like flexradio software defined radio, and more are here for future reference. It is a near zeroif quadrature software defined radio sdr. Flexradio systems flex1500 service manual pdf download. Welcome to the exciting world of software defined radio. Software defined radios operate differently where driving the radio into alc actually creates. All files provided by flexradio have been scanned for viruses.
Smart sdr software defined radio van flexradio winkel. Flexradio systems powersdr gnu gpl software license agreement. The centerpiece of flexradio powersdr features its realtime, high dynamic range, interactive spectrum display up to 192 khz wide dependent on sdr hardware. This category is for topics realted to thirdparty applications and products used with flexradio systems software defined radios. Fxpad provides you with a gorgeous multi purpose meter. Jun 09, 2017 telescopeman demonstrates his flex 3000 sdr amateur radio running the ke9ns revised powersdr software. Page 3 introduction the flex1500 qrp software defined radio is an entry level qrp radio and is also suited to be the ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. This revolution continues to change the face of amateur radio today through our new software solution aptly named smartsdr and the new flex 6000 signature series transceiver line. From the architecture of the interface software, its pretty obvious that the flex. The software that launched the sdr revolution in ham radio. Flexradio no longer upgrades the powersdr software but, ke9ns not only keeps it current but is. The flex sdr works with all powersdr versions up to 2. A manufacturer of advanced software defined radio products for the amateur radio, government and commercial markets.
My software defined radio satellite station using a flex6600 1 files 678. Flex series amateur radio products flexradio systems. Put up a brick wall with your customizable filters. Telescopeman demonstrates his flex 3000 sdr amateur radio running the ke9ns revised powersdr software. Sold my icom ic7600 and replaced with a flexradio 3000. This is a program that allows you to use an off the shelf 7 inch usb touchscreen as a very nice looking external controller for powersdr. Has anyone had any luck with running the flex radio software on a mac via parallels or virtualbox windows vm or. It provides all of the advantages of a software defined radio, including the sophisticated high performance filters, panoramic spectrum displays and computer based graphic interface. When ordering this item you will be placed on a waiting list. Mar 17, 2015 the entry level qrp software defined radio and ideal if deck for vhfmicrowave operation. Powersdr the flexradio powersdr application provides all dsp and hardware control functions for flexradio systems. With a mission to change commercial and amateur radio, were here to innovate. The short story is that with simple graphicsphoto editing software you can have a field day creating your own look for powersdr.
How to download and install flexradio systems powersdr operating software. The flex5000a integrates all iq data and hardware control over a single firewire ieee94 connection to a user provided computer. If you see a display skin on my flex radio powersdr skins page that you would like to use go ahead and install it. After flex radios newest signature series software defined radios hit the market theres been a steady decline in value and interest in their original flex series radios flex5000, 3000, 1500. With the powersdr software you can click on a signal on the spectrum analyzer and the radio will instantly tune to that frequency, very cool feature. Alc is a safety mechanism built into the radio and is used differently that with traditional radios where driving the radio into alc was a method of getting the max power out of your transmitter. While portions of powersdr software are distributed under the gpl open source license, the powersdr trademark is. It is fully compatible to smartsdr v1, v2 including smartlink and v3 including multiflex and smartcontrol.
The only one still marketed is the flex1500, and only time will tell how much longer it will last. Flexradio systems introduces the flex5000 family of ultra high performance software defined radio transceivers. Software defined radio the flex 3000 owners manual. This is the default software for flex radio systems but can be used with other radios too. Flexradio software defined radio here,we update our stocks to keep in touch with modern improvements in sdr design. Powersdr ke9ns flexradio no longer upgrades the powersdr software but, ke9ns not only keeps it current but is continually adding improvements and new features to powersdr.
The flex3000 is the newest member of flexradio systems high performance 100% software defined radio sdr transceiver family. For each such panel, click on the dont install panel this keeps the installer from installing the device software for the flex radio hardware. Description of the operation of alc in powersdr description of the operation of alc in powersdr. The flex 6600 model is designed for the ham who wants to operate the. May 05, 2011 with the powersdr software you can click on a signal on the spectrum analyzer and the radio will instantly tune to that frequency, very cool feature. Usb for both control and streaming baseband data with the host cpu running the powersdr software. This forum is dedicated to the support and troubleshooting assistance for flexradio systems flex series amateur radio products.
Software piracy is theft, using crack, password, serial numbers, registration codes, key generators, cd key, hacks is illegal and prevent future development of powersdr v. This is the powersdr integrated installer which supports the flex1500. It is intended for use with software defined radio sdr receivers, such as the softrock, that are being used as an intermediate frequency if stage with a radio that is capable of being computer controlled via c. Powersdr with varying frequency amateur radio ponderings. Troubleshooting firewire connectivity issues flexradio. As more external applications follow ham radio deluxe to incorporate the flex radio sdr with its extended set of cat controls, the id can be changed to sdr. Apr 23, 20 download powersdr transceiver for softrock40 for free. Certified preloved flex6300 with atu comes with the 1 year warranty and most recent version of software. If you would like any of these skins to be included in future software releases, tell the openhpsdr mrx authors that they are always welcome to anything that is here.
This is the place where you can ask support questions or start any general discussions regarding powersdr, the flex 5000 and the sdr. The flex6600 model is designed for the ham who wants to operate the. A collection of information on powersdr for flex radio flex 5000 hf tranceiver, and the heathkit hw5400 including schematics and wiring diagrams, mods, and information on adding dds direct digital synthesizer. Powersdrif stage is a modified version of flexradio systems powersdr software.
However, in the meantime it is more prudent to select the ts2000. After your computer restarts you will then be able to connect your flex 5000a to your pc and all your cables antenna, ground, speakers, mic, etc and install powersdr, the interface that the flex 5000a uses to control the radio. The unit has been tested and recalibrated to be prepared for resale. Although i like the receive performance of the 6000 series and the smartlink remote is a very nice feature.
Aug 15, 2008 this folders contains information about thirdparty software and drivers with powersdr such as vac, vcom, com0com and the griffin powermate just to name a few. Flex6000 hardware manual german smartsdr for windows software users guide english smartsdr for windows software users guide german smartsdr alphabeta testing. The flex3000 is a direct descendant of the flex5000. This new radio wont start development until the 67006500 are released and established. Download powersdr transceiver for softrock40 for free. Fxpad also a has a set of macro buttons to allow you to define your own commands sent to powersdr. This as would provide quick touch screen control over your sdr radio. Get the latest sdr downloads for your flexradio signature series equipment.
Welcome to the flexradio software defined radio page. The cpu in the flex1500 has control of all switching, signal routing, frequency generation via the dds, flexwire port, audio amplifier, as well as audio and baseband routing, codec. Software defined radios have arrived, and flexradio is leading the charge. A collection of information on powersdr for flex radio flex5000 hf tranceiver, and the heathkit hw5400 including schematics and wiring diagrams, mods, and information on adding dds direct digital synthesizer. Flex 6400 signature series sdr transceiver w automatic antenna tuner. My software defined radio satellite station using a flex6600 1 files 676 downloads. Shareware junction periodically updates pricing and software information of powersdr v.
If you have questions concerning specific thirdparty. Bovendien kunnen deze nieuwe functies worden gehouden met slechts een simpele gratis softwareupdate van flexradio powersdr gedownload van het. Features vary with model as noted in the revision history link below. This folders contains information about thirdparty software and drivers with powersdr such as vac, vcom, com0com and the griffin powermate just to name a few.
Post here your questions and experiences about different types of operating activities with the flex3000, such a portable operation, eme, digital modes, etc. I tend to reach for the stars that i cannot afford. Hf50 mhz direct sampling software defined radio transceiverthe flex 6400 offers the latest. If the software prompts you to update the firmware when you are not installing a new version of powersdr, this is an indication that there is no or partial communication occurring between the radio and the pc.
Any adjustments that you make are automatically saved and can be imported into an. Flex6400 signature series sdr transceiver w automatic antenna tuner. Click here to download the latest ke9ns powersdr features. The flex6600 offers the ultimate performance direct sampling sdr technology and the best value for the serious hf6m operator. Nov 12, 2015 the software that launched the sdr revolution in ham radio.
Powersdr is not reading the radio eeprom and believes that it requires a firmware update, which is not the case. The centerpiece of flexradio powersdr features its realtime, high dynamic range, interactive spectrum display up to. The flex 6600 offers the ultimate performance direct sampling sdr technology and the best value for the serious hf6m operator. Contribute to tapropenhpsdrpowersdr development by creating an account on github.