To do this disable the low pass filter with menu 2 rx lp and set output type to 0dbm with menu 33 tx out. A very interesting of the fdm duo r receiver innovation are 10 slots for preselector boards, which can be populated by the user as needed. Using spf08 with elad fdmduo sdr transceiver when spf08 board is connected with an elad fdmduo sdr transceiver, the configuration is. Indeed, the experience is identical to that of using the fdms2. All programmable components arm rx, arm tx, flash for fpga, user interface microcontroller and usb controller are. The transverter mode does allow transmit to 30 mhz, so thats really all i need. Tm2 is the most awaited accessory by many users of sdr radio that can not or will not stay without usual knobs and display. I also dont require expanded transmit, but its always nice. The fdmduo is actually a transceiver, while the s line is receiveonly. In contrast to the fdms2 receiver, the duo is designed to be very versatile in use, and can be operated standalone, or connected to a pc. At the startup, fdm duo senses the db9 connector and if the spf08. Elad an 1 fdmduo cw skimmer application note rev 1. To operate on the 2m band the fdmduo have to be unlocked in frequency up to 165mhz. The card contains the latest raspbian operating systems complete with the pixel desktop and four popular data modes software apps preinstalled.
A very interesting of the fdmduor receiver innovation are 10 slots for preselector boards, which can be populated by the user as needed. Please consult the manual to understand how the antennas are connected and how attenuation works. The situation is exacerbated by the absence of any truly useful elad documentation aimed at using fdmsw2 with the fdmduo. But elad has a hw interface so you can use it without pc and works very well. To help you get started with data modes on your raspberry pi3 and the popular elad fdmduo transceiver, this sd card is ready to go. Modify your amateur radio to get better performance, or more functions. I hope that the user manual describes more details on the hardware. This site is for hams there want all the best from his radioamateur equipment. When windows detects the new hardware, follow the steps listed below to install driver. The preselector is configured with the fdm duo manager, which is integrated in the software sw2. Hwelad cost is 20% of 6500 so flex is of course much superior. Elad offers various highpass and bandpass filters, for example to suppress nearby medium wave radio stations. I find it amazing how many features the elad fdm sw2 software has already and is just a few years old, although the hardware is not as good as a flex the software shows just how far smartsdr has to go as far as customization and user interface features.
To update the rx and tx firmware, you must remove the fdmduo top cover. With knobs and buttons, multifunctions color display, usb hid interface and the upgradable software, tmate2 allows the control of main functions of sdr software as fdmsw1, fdmsw2, powersdr and perseus. Data modes for the elad fdmduo mike richards g4wnc. We have 1elad fdmduo manual available for free pdf download. When spf08 board is connected with an elad fdmduo sdr transceiver, the configuration is stored in the fdmduo internal memory. Download user manual here fdmduo is a sdr tranceiver that offers the possibility to operate standalone like traditional radio or attached to a personal computer discovering the possibilites offered by the sdr technologies. I recently purchased a flex 6500 an finally i had the time to read the manuals and make some benchmark to compare it with elad fdm duo. As mentioned earlier the fdmsw2 is the most polished feature rich sdr program currently available. When spf08 board is connected with an elad fdm duo sdr transceiver, the configuration is stored in the fdm duo internal memory. In order to get certification from jard, i checked inside to see type number of the final transistor, looked for the specifications and created some documents. The situation is exacerbated by the absence of any truly useful elad documentation aimed at using fdm sw2 with the fdm duo.
Elad tm2 usb tuning system tmate ecom elad usa inc. Elad fdmduo a sdr transceiver with 5 w output that can operate as a standalone without a pc. Sw2 is a sdr software defined radio software that is intended to be used with the elad. Elad fdmduo all mode fdmduo is a sdr tranceiver that offers the possibility to operate standalone like traditional radio or attached to a personal computer discovering the. Elad, caneva di sacile, friulivenezia giulia, italy. Oct 04, 2015 elad fdm duo in contrast to the fdm s2 receiver, the duo is designed to be very versatile in use, and can be operated standalone, or connected to a pc. Elad fdmduo r sdr multimode receiver radioworld uk. At the startup, fdmduo senses the db9 connector and if the spf08. A fast analogdigitalconverter samples the received hf directly into digital signals and a downstream. Elad fdm duo dual mode sdr transceiver user manual. The small transceiver is equipped with the latest sdr technology.
Feb 05, 2020 the w8kfj utube series is well worth a look at for the elad fdm duo, as is signing up for the user group which has a very helpful community. The output signal depends upon the mode that you have selected. Elad fdmduo manuals manuals and user guides for elad fdmduo. Its maximum transmitter power output is 5 w, making it a classic qrp lowpower rig, or driving a. For full functionality of this site it is necessary to enable javascript. Again this is not to say a fdm duo is a better radio it is to show that smartsdr has a long way to go in terms of features and user.
No part of this document may be reproduced, published, used, disclosed or disseminated in any form or by any means, electronic, photocopying or otherwise, without prior written permission of elad s. Fdmduo as a sdr radio lets shift over to discussing the fdmduos alternate personality as a sdr transceiver. Fdmduo is an sdr transceiver that offers the possibility to operate standalone like traditional radio or connected to a computer discovering the possibilities provided by the sdr technologies. The fdmduo, when connected to a pc running elads software, gives the user full control of the sdr.
The fdmduor can be used like a standard receiver in standalone mode or in remote mode to exploit the full potential of the elad fdmsw2 software. Fdmduo is a sdr tranceiver that offers the possibility to operate standalone like traditional radio or attached to a personal computer discovering the possibilites offered by the sdr technologies. View and download elad fdm duor user manual online. Fdmduo sdr transceiver by elad italy wifi umts3g gsm.
The fdmduor can still be connected to the fdmsw2 software when it works in stand alone mode. Thanks to the hard work of giavanni hb9eik in cooperation with elad you can now add a wireless bluetooth remote control scope to the fdmduo using an android tablet or phone. It is a product targeted at ham radio enthusiasts who want a gradual transition into software defined radios. Wireless touch screen remote for the elad fdmduo ham radio. I find it amazing how many features the elad fdmsw2 software has already and is just a few years old, although the hardware is not as good as a flex the software shows just how far smartsdr has to go as far as customization and user interface features. Elad offers various highpass and bandpass filters, for example to suppress nearby medium wave raadio stations. Note that the fdm duo hardware manual is pretty good. When coupled to the included fdmsw2 software the little fdmduo becomes a sdr powerhouse. The elad fdmduo is also a standalone knob and button controlled sdr, but you lose the additional functionality of the spectrum waterfall when operating standalone. Jun 02, 2016 the elad fdm duo is also a standalone knob and button controlled sdr, but you lose the additional functionality of the spectrum waterfall when operating standalone.
The preselector is configured with the fdmduo manager, which is integrated in the software sw2. Document includes user manual elad fdmduo user manual. Fdmduo is a sdr tranceiver that offers the possibility to operate. With output type set to 0dbm, the output signal is issued on the rf out sma socket located on the rear panel. Standalone specifications updated on february 2019. Fdmsw2 is a sdr software software defined radio that is intended to be used with the fdmsx receivers family, the fdmduor receiver and the fdm duo. The w8kfj utube series is well worth a look at for the elad fdm duo, as is signing up for the user group which has a very helpful community. The features described in this manual refers the following firmware versions. Note that the fdmduo hardware manual is pretty good. Check your local amateur radio regulations and requirements before operating the elad fdmduo. Wireless touch screen remote for the elad fdmduo ham. Rxtx on the same jack, or rx and tx on one jack each. Press the s key to select the digit underline, then rotate e2 to. Thanks to the hard work of giavanni hb9eik in cooperation with elad you can now add a wireless bluetooth remote control scope to the fdm duo using an android tablet or phone.
Again this is not to say a fdmduo is a better radio it is to show that smartsdr has a long way to go in terms of features and user. Download user manual here fdm duo is a sdr tranceiver that offers the possibility to operate standalone like traditional radio or attached to a personal computer discovering the possibilites offered by the sdr technologies. Fdm duo is an sdr transceiver that offers the possibility to operate standalone like traditional radio or connected to a computer discovering the possibilities provided by the sdr technologies. Happy to use state of the art sdr, thanks to elad engineers. However there are a few small very annoying things i dont know how to get around easily, or just plain bugs. In dual mode pc software can show the 192khz bandwidth of the fdmduo and it possible to demodulate with pc software and with fdmduo with internal demodulator in pc mode the rx bandwidth may have up to 6 mhz and internal demodulator is disabled. I have had the elad fdm duo for a few months now, and find it a great little go to radio. Eladsdr elad fdm duo signal generator noise as noted in the user manual, there is a 0 dbm output jack on the rear panel of the duo. Among elads sdrs, i found myself most interested in the fdms2 receiver. Indeed, the experience is identical to that of using the fdms2 mentioned above, however the duo is also a transceiver. I can use the cat to upload various settings and audio tweaks for use in the standalone mode.
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