These revisions work on all flex 1500, 3000, and 5000 sdr ham radio transceivers. Thanks to the generosity to the crew at flexradio systems, w1aw, the hiram percy maxim memorial station, now boasts the newest in softwaredefined radio sdr a flex 5000a. Flexradio systems flex3000 software defined hf50 mhz transceiver the software, flexradio systems power 40 sdr, is freely downloadable from flexradios web site. This midlevel computer is slightly smaller than a flex 5000 radio yet powerful enough to handle even the dualrx model. The flex6300 provides an entry point into multidimensional. Flex 5000atu fully integrated internal unbalanced 1606m automa. Power genius xl 2000 watt solid state software defined amplifier. It is fully compatible to smartsdr v1, v2 including smartlink and v3 including. Total flexibility and the highest performance sets the flex6700 apart from other. Built using the intel i52400 workhourse cpu with inbuilt intel 2000 graphics, it provides the right amount of power for all flex radios in a small, power. Flex radio just gave me the updated flex1500,3000, and 5000 firmware to add.
This midlevel computer is slightly smaller than a flex5000 radio yet powerful enough to handle even the dualrx model. A powerful windows 7 lowcost system highly tuned for the operation of software defined radios utilizing a firewire interface, such as the flex 3000 and flex 5000 series of radios by flexradio systems. The interface between the flex 1500 and the transverter can be as simple as a ptt out signal. This app requires a flexradio systems series6000 software defined radio sdr device. I have a anan 200d and i want to trade it for a flex 6300.
Flexradio systems flex5000a quick start manual pdf download. Software defined radio systems are taking over the place of conventional radio. Send serial number, pictures and price shipped to 14024. Flexradio continues to set the standard for high resolution, real time spectral display in amateur radio transceivers. While portions of powersdr software are distributed under the gpl open. I dont know if i can give 3 reasons, i own a flex 3000 so hear is my thought. Manuals and user guides for flexradio systems flex 5000c. My software defined radio satellite station using a flex 6600.
Manuals and user guides for flexradio systems flex5000c. Apr 29, 2020 flexradio systems announces the release of smartsdr for ios v3. Owners manual, quick start manual flexradio systems. Oct 18, 2019 a list of known latest versions of flex6000 related software i am using, with links if known. The flex5000 is the next generation of software defined radios which. Additionally, the freely downloadable powersdr software will install with default settings that, in most. I know this can be looked up on neals websitebut for anybody wanting to know, here are the specifics on neals entry level flex ready computer. Below is a sample of the directory structure for the flex firmware folder. A collection of information on powersdr and the flex5000 hf tranceiver. How to install or upgrade the flex firewire driver flexradio. This is an evolutionary process where radios from flex radio systems play a leading role. Hf50 mhz direct sampling software defined radio transceiver with high resolution display and. My software defined radio satellite station using a flex6600. We have 2 flexradio systems flex 5000c manuals available for free pdf download.
There is a growing competition in the market which is always a driving factor for any technology. It is fully compatible to smartsdr v1, v2 including smartlink and v3 including multiflex and smartcontrol. Flex 3000 and 5000 setup these are the settings i am using with my original flex 3000 and now upgraded to 5000 running on microsoft windows 7 on an apple mac mini using the bootcamp. Flex 3000s available for sale in the store flexradio. The waterfalls lowhigh level settings per band are stored in. Flex 5000a with optional second receiver this is the best radio i have ever owned, but the focus of my hobbies has changed, so away it goes. I replaced my icom 7800 with the flex 5000 and 2nd receiver.
I will try to keep this document up to date as i make changes. Flexradio systems announces the release of smartsdr for ios v3. It should be applicable to the flex6300, flex6500, and. We have 2 flexradio systems flex5000c manuals available for free pdf download. Depending on the model of radio attached to your computer, the driver will properly identify the specific flex software defined radio you are installing. An fcc amateur radio license is required to transmit with this radio. The flex5000 and flex3000 firmware and powersdr work together to control the transceiver hardware, therefore it is very important that the firmware is correct for the version of powersdr you are using. Flex5000 owners manual description package info attached files this is the latest flex 5000 power sdr owners manual 2.
There are two ways to get the most current version of the flex5000 and flex3000 firmware. Flexradio systems flex5000a quick start manual pdf. Flex 6400 flex 6600 flex 6700 maestro powergenius xl smart sdr. I had them both here at the shack at the same time where i could ab them. Flexradio announces the availability of smartsdr for windows version 3.
Depending on the model of radio attached to your computer, the driver will properly. Qst magazine oct 2009 hamamateur radio flexradio flex3000 hf. Flex6300 for the serious amateur the flex6300 is for the amateur operator who wants to experience the magic of software defined radio in the highest performance 100w transceiver family available today. The flex6400 offer the latest direct sampling sdr technology at an economical price for the general hf6m operator yet they offer excellent performance for chasing dx and contesting flexmaestro plug. Most importantly to me, it clones your flex 5000 rs232 output signal to feed multiple devices, such as antenna switches and my palstar atauto. Buy flexradio systems for the best prices, take advantage of our great prices, great.
Flexradio is proud to team up with some fantastic products that interface directly with flex 6000 software defined radios with ease. Flex6300 for the serious amateur the flex6300 is for the amateur operator who wants to experience the magic of. Owners manual, quick start manual flexradio systems flex 5000c owners manual 222 pages. Flex 6400 signature series sdr transceiver w automatic antenna tuner.
Sep 18, 2017 the flexradio maestro is an intuitive, plugandplay control console that directs the operation of any flex6000 signature series transceiver without needing a traditional pc. Otherwise, it can be used as a storage container to copy vfo a data to see the vfo controls. Considering for the first time, flexradio sdr radio. In addition, specific models mentioned in the flexradio software defined forum like sdr radio,flexradio, software defined, and more are here for future reference. K5pcb interface cable, flex radio to spe amplifier, works great, dont have amplifier anymore. Set the sampling rate and buffer size locate the device driver icon on your desktop and doubleclick on it to open the control panel. The flex5000 and flex3000 firmware and powersdr work together to control the transceiver hardware, therefore it is very important that the firmware is correct for the version of powersdr you. Flex did not store a seperate grid min value for each band like it did for. I have loved my 3000 and i am never really wanting for more, it just does it all well. This app requires a flexradio systems flex6000 signature series software defined radio sdr device.
Remoting your flexradio systems sdr from an ipad my. Qst magazine oct 2009 hamamateur radio flexradio flex 3000 hf. The found new hardware wizard will recognize that you are trying to install a flexradio flex software defined radio. A manufacturer of advanced software defined radio products for the amateur radio, government and commercial markets. The flex6700s dualstage rf preamplifiers enhance weak signal reception up through six meter and two meter bands. Remoting your flexradio systems sdr from an ipad my very latest endeavor has been to use my ipad to control my flex 5000. Flex5000 accessories and upgrades flexradio systems. Just turn it on and operate from anywhere fully integrates with flexradios smartlink remote. Sep 16, 2018 the flex 5000 vu upgrade module flex vu5k is a fully integrated allmode, allband fullduplex vhfuhf module that adds both 2m and 70 cm capabilities to the already outstanding flex 5000 family of software defined radios. Deze individueel afgestemd filters minimaliseren mogelijke storing van sterke. My software defined radio satellite station using a flex6600 1 files 710. Designed specifically for operation in small rooms, rvs, etc.
The interface between the flex1500 and the transverter can be as simple as a ptt out signal. Most importantly to me, it clones your flex5000 rs232 output signal to feed multiple devices, such as antenna switches and my palstar atauto. The flex6600m offer the ultimate performance direct sampling sdr technology and the best value for the serious hf6m operator. My local radio store has some flexradios on demo and they seem nice. Flex6400 flex6600 flex6700 maestro powergenius xl smart sdr. Whether you are the most serious contest operator, dx chaser, rag. Comes with box, power cable, firewire cable and a firewire card that works with windows 10.
Interfacing the flex1500 to a transverter flexradio systems. How to update the flex50003000 firmware prior to v2. If you are reading this i assume you know what you are looking at, but for those not familiar with software defined radios, flexradio systems makes the best. Remote operation of powersdr using teamviewer flexradio. A list of known latest versions of flex6000 related software i am using, with links if known. Features vary with model as noted in the revision history link below. Configure the flex5000 device driver in step 4 you will configure the device drivers sampling rate, buffer size and operation mode to work correctly with your flex5000a.
Flexradio systems flex 5000a software defined transceiver. This is an evolutionary process where radios from flex. But im not sure whether i should get a used flexradio such as a 3000 or 5000, or should i go wholehog and get the. Flex 3000s available for sale in the store flexradio community.
Flex6000 software with varying frequency amateur radio. If you are reading this i assume you know what you are looking. Smartsdr for flexradio systems is pleased to announce the availability of smartsdr v1. Remote operation of powersdr using teamviewer flexradio systems. Good shape was sent in less than a year ago for service. Set drive slider on powersdr software to 0 so you do not transmit over the air.
Options software defined radio van flexradio winkel. Sundely handheld shoulder lapel microphone for flex 1500 3000 radio rj45 8pin with metal mic hanger netgear wifi range extender ex3700 coverage up to sq. Powersdrversion fur 60mbetrieb, update funkamateur. Last update is a partial update as of 18 october 2019.
Flex5000 datasheet description package info attached files this is the flex5000 datasheet. Its regularly updated to improve performance and add features one of the big attractions. The flex 6600m offer the ultimate performance direct sampling sdr technology and the best value for the serious hf6m operator. To get the writelog flexradio rig driver to talk to your radio, use writelogs setupports dialog and change one of the rows to flex6000 series. Configure the flex 5000 device driver in step 4 you will configure the device drivers sampling rate, buffer size and operation mode to work correctly with your flex 5000a. Flex6400 signature series sdr transceiver w automatic antenna tuner. Flexradio continues to set the standard for high resolution, real time. The flexradio maestro is an intuitive, plugandplay control console that directs the operation of any flex6000 signature series transceiver without needing a traditional pc.
Flex 3000 and 5000 setup these are the settings i am using with my original flex 3000 and now upgraded to 5000 running on microsoft windows 7 on an apple mac mini using the bootcamp partition. Flexradio systems flex3000 software defined hf50 mhz. Welcome to flexradio systems online store category index. The flex5000 vu upgrade module flexvu5k is a fully integrated allmode, allband fullduplex vhfuhf module that adds both 2m and 70 cm capabilities to the already outstanding. The flex6400 offer the latest direct sampling sdr technology at an economical price for the general hf6m operator yet they offer excellent performance for chasing dx and contesting flexmaestro plugandplay control console that directs operation of any flex6000 signature ser. If the flex1500 software defined radio and the flexradio usb kernel. Where ive recently updated the old version i upgraded from is listed with the new version in the format new version old version, date.
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