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Aerial-51 SKY-SDR User Manual

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SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017

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  • Page 1 SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • SOFTWARE MENU QUICK GUIDE... 23 SERVICE MODE ......24 SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    IMPORTANT MESSAGE Operating an Amateur Radio Transmitter/Transceiver requires an Amateur Radio License in ALL Countries! Operating the SKY-SDR without a valid Amateur Radio License is punishable by law in ALL Countries. INTRODUCTION keying is available through a dedicated RCA Phono (Cinch) jack.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Always On, Always OFF, Automatic (off after 3 seconds) (excluding knobs and Enclosure Size 12.8 x 10.7 x 5.5 cm connectors) (including knobs and Working Size 14.7 x 10.7 x 7 cm connectors) Weight 580 grams (20.5 oz.) (without mic) SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 5 CW TX Filters Bandwidth: 100 Hz Adjustable AM TX Filters Bandwidth: 5.590 kHz Adjustable FM TX Filters Bandwidth: 9.600 kHz Adjustable DIGI TX Filters Bandwidth: 3.350 kHz Fixed TX Bandscope Monitors transmitted signal SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 6 (greater -40dB) {This is an improved Notch Filter} S-Meter Bar Graph or uV readout CW Mode Selection CW or CWReverse Menu selectable Adjustable for FM & Other Squelch 0 to 100 / "0" = Off Modes SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 7: Accessory Package

    ACCESSORY PACKAGE The SKY-SDR ships with the following accessories: Microphone: An electrets mic that USER MANUAL draws its power from the mic line (tip). If you use a dynamic mic, you must CAT CABLE: This is a standard insert a 350 to 400 nF capacitor computer USB2 cable with type A plugs between the mic capsule and this line.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Controls

    TX mode (i.e. push PTT in SSB transmitting, push this button to or key a long dash in CW), then lock in TX Mode. Push button again push the [RIT/XIT] button. To to unkey the transmitter. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 9 If it is ever off, press [F] and then [RIT] to switch it back on. When the Bandscope is on, it covers the bottom line of the screen and you cannot see “IF”. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 10: Side Panel Connections

    (CW VOX). work; the lower the better. SPKR: Loud-Speaker, automatically MON / SIDETONE: Adjust sidetone mutes when you plug headphones into volume level (through the hole) with a the phone jack. tiny screwdriver. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 11: Operation

    LINE automatic keyer in CW, etc. IN/OUT jack. Some menu items simply VFO Knob: The VFO knob is used for switched (toggled) between 2 or 3 multiple functions: SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 12: Split Frequency Operation

    [RIT] + [VFO]. These two buttons are next to each To exit RIT or XIT, simply push the other so the operation takes just 1 button again. second to execute. SPLIT FREQUENCY OPERATION SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 13: Memory

    • Tune back to 14.150 MHz and which you wish to store the find DX1DX again. READY! data. • Your radio is now working split. Confirm by pushing the Mic’s PTT button and watching the display. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 14: Receive Operation

    FILTER SELECTION AND ADJUSTMENT BAND SELECTION The SKY-SDR has 4 filters per mode in Band selection is accomplished by AM/CW/FM/SSB (F1, F2, F3, & F4). using the UP or DOWN arrows, just to SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 15: Filter Selection And Adjustment

    EXAMPLE-2: Say we want an SSB bandwidth appears) filter 1.8 kHz wide, centered on 1.5 • Rotate the VFO knob to adjust kHz: bandwidth (CW=wider, CCW=narrower). Changes are • Select USB Mode SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 16: Other Dsp Options

    [DOWN/NB] when the Pre-Amp is “ON”. The button. The level of blanking can be signal strength of the received adjusted in the Software Menu item station may be displayed in S-Units SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 17: Receiver Bandscope

    RIT button and the level pressing [F], then the [VFO/PAN] for each range is adjusted with the VFO button. The Pan Level is adjusted in knob. range from the Software Menu item #27. (deemphasize) (maximum SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 18: General Tx Operation

    TX audio in headphones while Normal (CW) and Reverse (CWR). adjusting the audio settings. This is There is no agreed standard on which enabled in the Software Menu item 19 mode to use. In some cases where SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 19: Mode-Specific Operation

    EXAMPLE: If you set the Pitch for 700 • Weight – (Software Menu item Hz and listen to a 700 Hz tone, you will #7). This adjusts the dot-to-dash ratio. Default is 3:1. Other SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 20: Digital Modes Operation

    In general The only SIDEBAND Mode. adjustment is the TX audio gain which is adjustable in Software Menu item WARNING: Do not use the Speech #20 (Gain TX DIGI). Compressor in FM Mode. RTTY OPERATION SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 21: Software Menu Mode Settings

    2.5:1, 3:1, 3.5:1, 4:1, 4.5:1. Default is 3:1. Swaps sides for the dot and dash. Enables quick reversing of the key for swapping between right- 8 Reverse CW Key handed and left-handed operators. Set to preferred position. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 22 The SSB TX 'Monitor' is enabled or disabled with this 19 SSB TX MUTE adjustment. "Enable" mutes this function. Also useful for setting 20 Gain TX DIGI Adjusts the transmitter's 'AF Gain' in Digi Modes. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 23: Software Menu Quick Guide

    (maximum emphasis). Toggle between the 3 ranges by pressing the RIT/XIT button on the front panel. Adjusts the 'Gain Level' of the Pan Adapter from 0 to 27 Pan Level 30. 30 = 60dB. SOFTWARE MENU QUICK GUIDE SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

  • Page 24: Service Mode

    • Press and hold the [F] button, then power the radio ON. • After the Aerial-51 logo appears on the screen, release the [F] button. • You are now in Service Mode and may access the Service Mode Menu. Functions of the Radio with Entry to Service Mode Enabled: •...
  • Page 25 0 = 160m 4 = 30m 8 = 12m 1 = 80m 5 = 20m 9 = 10m BAND # 2 = 60m 6 = 17m 10 = 6m 3 = 40m 7 = 15m SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 26 50 Hz to 2400 Hz. Change bandwidth by rotating FILTER CW the VFO knob. Pressing the FILTER Button toggles through filters 1, 2, & 3. Note: Filter 4 is adjusted within the normal menu mode (not in service mode). SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 27 In the rare event that you manage to blow out some or all of the factory presets, please contact Appello. The general and unique parameters of your specific radio (by serial number) must be re-entered manually. This work takes about one hour. SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...
  • Page 28 Appello GmbH Koenigsfoerderstr. 32 24214 Lindau/Kiel GERMANY Info@appello.de The SKY-SDR Concept and Design were created by LZ2TU, RA9YTJ, & LZ1JY MADE IN EUROPE SKY-SDR USER MANUAL Ver. 1.3.1 - 28-MAR-2017...

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