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Release 1.0
User Manual
Sep 18, 2017

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  • Page 1 HAMlab Release 1.0 User Manual Sep 18, 2017...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ......Start using HAMlab as Radio Station - SDR ......
  • Page 4 ........105 Power SDR cannot connect to HAMlab .

  • Page 5: Warning! Important Notice - Read Before Operating This Unit

    Warning: This product shall only be powered by an external power supply providing 13.8 VDC power supply that can provide at least 4A of constant power. The power supply used with Red Pitaya HAMlab must comply with relevant regulations and standards applicable in the country of use.

  • Page 6: Instructions For Safe Handling

    Red Pitaya product please observe the following: Do not expose the product to any liquid, moisture, flammable materials or chemicals. Do not expose the product to heat from any source. The Red Pitaya product is designed for reliable operation only at normal ambient room temperatures.
  • Page 7 HAMlab, Release 1.0 The Red Pitaya HAMlab product is not designed to be powered from a USB port on other connected equipment. If such connection is attempted, the product may malfunction and the USB port on the device may be damaged.
  • Page 8 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 1. WARNING! IMPORTANT NOTICE - Read before operating this unit...

  • Page 9: Quick Start

    Note: If you have proposal what to improve in next generation please contact us: hamlab@redpitaya.com What is in the box The following accessories and materials are included with your HAMlab kit. Carefully remove the HAMlab device and accessories from its shipping package and identify the items listed below. • HAMlab •...

  • Page 10: Other Additional Requirements

    Back panel connections HAMlab should be powered by DC 13.8 V Power Supply that can provide at least 4A of constant power. Make sure that is turned off and then use DC power cord with Anderson Power Pole™ connector to connect it with HAMlab.
  • Page 11 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Anderson Power Pole™ power connector (1) Ethernet connection (2) - connect the HAMlab to your local network using ethernet cable. Note: Other connections are at the moment not important, you can read more about them later in the Back panel section.
  • Page 12 Turning it on and start using measuring instruments 1.) Turn on power supply, and press momentary power button on the HAMlab to turn it ON. Blue led on power button will turn on and after 30s HAMlab will be ready to use.
  • Page 13 HAMlab, Release 1.0 HAMlab application page should appear where measurement applications are listed. Click on application to run it. Note: More details about HAMlab instruments can be found in the Applications & features section. Instruments applications documentation: • Oscilloscope with Signal Generator •...

  • Page 14: Start Using Hamlab As Radio Station - Sdr

    Tip: You can instead of speakers connect headphones on the front panel. USB cable (3) - connect the HAMlab with the PC using USB 2.0 Cable - A-Male to Mini-B. USB cable will provide a way for PowerSDR software to use HAMlabs audio outputs. USB cable for audio is only required for HAMlab 80-10 10W model.
  • Page 15 Ethernet Connection (4) - connect the HAMlab to your local network using ethernet cable HAMlab should be powered by DC 13.8V Power Supply that can provide at least 4 A of constant power. Make sure that is turned off and then use DC power cord with Anderson Power Pole™ connector (1) to connect it with HAMlab.
  • Page 16 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Turn it on & put HAMlab in SDR mode 1.) Turn on power supply, HAMlab will start automatically. Next time you can momentary press on the power button to turn it on/off. 2.) Make sure your computer is connected to same local area network as HAMlab.
  • Page 17 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Congratulations, HAMlab is now ready for use, now let’s install Power SDR. Note: Exiting this SDR WEB application will close the connection to Power SDR. Power SDR installation and SDR configuration Click here to download Power SDR installation package.
  • Page 18 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3. Follow the instructions of the setup routine and accept the license agreements if asked for. Chapter 2. Quick start...
  • Page 19 HAMlab, Release 1.0 2.4. Start using HAMlab as Radio Station - SDR...
  • Page 20 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 2. Quick start...
  • Page 21 HAMlab, Release 1.0 2.4. Start using HAMlab as Radio Station - SDR...
  • Page 22 6. After starting the PowerSDR software you will be led through the PowerSDR software specific setup wizard which lets you configure the software to use it with your STEMlab. Pick the HAMlab/STEMlab radio model. Chapter 2. Quick start...
  • Page 23 7. Select the region where you are using your STEMlab, this is important due to the different frequency ranges your are allowed to transmit in the different countries all over the world: 8. Your initial setup is completed click finish. 2.4. Start using HAMlab as Radio Station - SDR...
  • Page 24 HAMlab, Release 1.0 9. Click Power to connect Power SDR with STEMlab. On the screen the input singnal should appear. Note: Power SDR software is described in Power SDR section. Tip: Optionaly you can connect MIDI controller to your PC. MIDI controller can be used to control radio software parameters like frequency with physical knobs.

  • Page 25: Alternative Networking For Hamlab

    Local Area Network (LAN) This is the most common and recommended way of connecting and using your HAMlab. Your LAN network needs to have DHCP settings enabled which is the case in majority of the local networks, whit this, simple “plug and play”...
  • Page 26 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Note: xxxxxx are the last 6 characters from MAC address of your HAMlab. MAC address is written on the back hamlab panel. Fig. 2.1: Figure 1: Connecting your HAMlab to the LAN network. After the third step you will get a HAMlab main page as shown below.
  • Page 27 How to set direct Ethernet connection is described bellow. First step in connecting HAMlab directly to LAN network and setting a static IP on it. 1. Use recommended connection described in Local Area Network (LAN) section. Once you are success- fully connected to your HAMlab, open Network Manager and chose “Static”...
  • Page 28 HAMlab, Release 1.0 2. Second step is to set a network setting on the PC Here we give an example on the Ubuntu 14.04 but it is very similar on the other OS also. To set a direct connection with your PC follow next steps:...
  • Page 29 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3. Select “Ethernet” connection and press “Create” button 4. Select the name of the new Ethernet connections 2.5. Alternative networking for HAMlab...
  • Page 30 HAMlab, Release 1.0 5. Select “Method – Manual”, Press “Add” button and insert: • static IP address of your PC (must be different from the IP address of the HAMlab), • Netmask (input: 255.255.255.0) • Getaway (can be left empty) •...
  • Page 31 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Note: Once you have this settings arranged, connect Ethernet cable between your HAMlab and PC, open web browser, in the web browser URL field input chosen HAMlab static IP (in our example it is 192.168.0.15) and press enter.
  • Page 32 Wireless Network Connection This type of the connection will enable wireless connection to the HAMlab via your local WiFi network. In order to connect your HAMlab to the same WiFi network on which you have connected your PC/Laptop first you need to use LAN connection.
  • Page 33 2. Open Network Manager application 3. Insert WiFi dongle in the USB plug on the HAMlab. Supported WiFi dongles are described here [ 4. When the USB WiFi dongle is plugged in, the system will recognize it and enabled additional settings.
  • Page 34 HAMlab, Release 1.0 6. When your HAMlab is connected the IP address will be shown on the user interface. This IP address is only for WiFi connection. You can check the connection by inputing a WiFi IP address in the web browser URL field (press enter after inputing).
  • Page 35 Access Point mode This type of the connection is ideal if there is no LAN or WiFi network. HAMlab will simply create its own WiFi network on which users PC/Laptop or Tablet can be connected. Access Point mode is arranged via Network Manager application where you give the name to your HAMlab network and enable it.
  • Page 36 3. Input the name and password of the Access Point network to be created (Password name should be at least 8 characters long. Do not use special signs.) 4. Connect your PC/Laptop/Tablet/Phone to the network created by HAMlab 5. Input Access Point network IP address to the web browser URL field and press enter.
  • Page 37 HAMlab, Release 1.0 2.5. Alternative networking for HAMlab...

  • Page 38: Unlocking Logic Analizer App

    2. Click on MY RP in the right upper corner. 3. If redpitaya inside your HAMlab is not listed yet, click “Add new board” and follow the instructions. 4. To unlock application: Click the UNLOCK APP button and enter Logic Analizer unlock key and click OK.
  • Page 39 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3. Open unzipped folder, right-click on the WinDisk32Imager, and select ‘Run as Administrator’. 4. Under image file box select unzipped HAMlab OS image file. 2.7. Prepare SD card...
  • Page 40 HAMlab, Release 1.0 5. Under device box select the drive letter of the SD card. Note: Be careful to select the correct drive; if you choose the wrong one you risk erasing data from the computer’s hard disk! You can easily see the drive letter (for example E:) by looking in the left column of Windows Explorer.
  • Page 41 HAMlab, Release 1.0 6. Click Write and wait for the write to complete. 2.7. Prepare SD card...
  • Page 42 HAMlab, Release 1.0 7. Exit the Imager. Linux 1. Insert SD card into your PC or SD card reader. 2. Run Disks application to format the SD card. Chapter 2. Quick start...
  • Page 43 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3. Open the Terminal and check the available disks with “df -h”. Our SD card is 4GB and mounted to /dev/sdb 4. Unmount the SD card with “umount /dev/sdbN” (make sure you replace N with the right number).
  • Page 44 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Note: Replace the red_pitaya_image_file with the name of the unzipped Red Pitaya SD Card Image and /dev/device_name is replaced with the path to the SD Card, usually it will be /dev/sdb. 6. Wait until the process has finished.
  • Page 45 HAMlab, Release 1.0 4. Enter your admin password and click OK. 5. Select SD card drive. This can be recognized by the size of the card that is 4GB. 6. Select HAMlab OS image file. 2.7. Prepare SD card...
  • Page 46 HAMlab, Release 1.0 7. Click “Restore Backup” button in order to write image to SD card. 8. It’s coffee time, application will show you Estimated Time for Accomplishment. Chapter 2. Quick start...
  • Page 47 9. When operation is completed click “OK” and quit ApplePi-Baker. FAQ: How to install HAMlab OS on MAC not using ApplePiBaker? 4. Now you have a brand new Micro SD card with latest HAMlab OS. Insert it into HAMlab with contacts facing 2.7. Prepare SD card...

  • Page 48: Update Hamlab Software

    Instead of writing the whole SD card image, it is possible to update only the ecosystem. Web interface update At boot HAMlab checks for software updates, and alerts the user if a new release is available. Users can also check for updates manually.
  • Page 49 4. Select ecosystem version and start OS updater 5. Follow the steps in the OS updater app in order to install new OS. Note: OS update might cause your HAMlab desktop to freeze for a few minutes. Manual upgrade A manual upgrade allows you to fix a corrupted SD card image (if only the FAT partition is corrupted) or to install older, newer or custom ecosystem zip files.
  • Page 50 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 2. Quick start...

  • Page 51: Applications And Features

    Applications and Features Oscilloscope with Signal Generator This application will turn your HAMlab into a 2-channel Oscilloscope and 2-channel Signal generator. It is the perfect tool for educators, students, makers, hobbyists and professionals seeking affordable, highly functional test and measurement equipment. It enables generating and measuring electrical signals up to 50MHz. The simple and intuitive user interface provides all the necessary tools for signal analysis and measurements.
  • Page 52 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Apart from the graph there are five areas in which the surface is divided: 1. Autoscale: Automatically sets up the Oscilloscope settings for the optimal display of the input signals. By pressing the button the voltage axis and time axis are set so that at least one full period of the signal will fill the screen.
  • Page 53 HAMlab, Release 1.0 – level, – slope • Trigger modes: – auto, – normal and – single triggering • Input calibration wizard • Cursors • Measurements • Math operations • Signal generator controls: – waveform, – amplitude, – frequency, – phase AUTO SCALE: Automatically sets up the Oscilloscope to best display the input signal.
  • Page 54 HAMlab, Release 1.0 INPUTS: On the right side of the Oscilloscope&Sig. Generator application interface the IN1 and IN2 channels are listed. By a simple click on the name of a channel (not the gear) the channel gets highlighted and you can simply control all the settings of the respective channel.
  • Page 55 • HV represent higher voltage range from -20 to +20 V. • LV represent low voltage range from -1 to 1 V. AC and DC coupling: HAMlab enables you to mesure signals in two coupling modes AC and DC. • AC Osciloscope will show only AC component of a signal.
  • Page 56 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Output On the right side of the Oscilloscope & Sig. Generator application interface the OUT1 and OUT2 channels are listed. By a simple click on the name of a channel (not the gear) the channel gets highlighted and you can simply control all the settings of the respective channel.
  • Page 57 HAMlab, Release 1.0 The Trigger is used to enable the scope to display changing waveforms to be displayed on the screen of the scope in a steady fashion. The parameter Source defines the trigger source used for this. The trigger source can be input channel 1 (IN1) or input channel 2 (IN2) or an external source.
  • Page 58 HAMlab, Release 1.0 MATH: Among the more interesting features of a digital oscilloscope is the “math” channel. The available settings are the following: • + Adds the selected channels. • - Subtract the selected channels. • * Multiply selected channels.
  • Page 59 HAMlab, Release 1.0 NAVIGATE: When you have a lot of data to analyze, it is very important to get through them easily. Navigate left and right by dragging the data where you want and effortlessly zoom in and out by using your mouse scroll wheel.

  • Page 60: Spectrum Analyzer

    • FREQ: The frequency of the signal. NAVIGATE: Spectrum Analyzer This application will turn your HAMlab board into a 2-channel DFT Spectrum Analyzer. It is the perfect tool for educators, students, makers, hobbyists and professionals seeking affordable, highly functional test and measurement equipment.
  • Page 61 HAMlab, Release 1.0 smartphone, tablet or a PC running any popular operating system (MAC, Linux, Windows, Android, and iOS). The elements on the DFT Spectrum analyzer application are arranged logically and offer a familiar user interface. The graphical interface is divided into 4 main areas: •...
  • Page 62 HAMlab, Release 1.0 CURSORS The cursors are an additional vertical and horizontal pair of lines useful for extracting the values of the spectrum plots. The cursors are interactive and they can be set on any part of the graph while the frequency value is shown corresponding to the place where the X cursors are set, and the amplitude value where the Y cursors are set.
  • Page 63 HAMlab, Release 1.0 PEAK DETECTION During the measurement, peak values of the signal spectrum are measured and shown on the “Peak Val- ues” field. Peak values are max values of the signals spectrum regardless of the selected frequency range. This peak finding prevents not seeing peak values which are outside the selected frequency span.

  • Page 64: Logic Analizer

    HAMlabs Logic Analyzer enables capturing of different logic levels. The graphical user interface of the Logic Ana- lyzer fits well into the overall design of the HAMlab applications providing the same operating concept. The Logic Analyzer user interface is shown below.
  • Page 65 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Apart from the actual graph, there are again 5 key areas/elements, in which the surface is divided: • Auto: Resets the zoom and brings the trigger event in the middle of the graph. • Run / Stop: Starts recording the input signals, and interrupts it when the recording is active.
  • Page 66 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Analyzing binary signals By selecting the gear button behind the DIGITAL selection field you enter the menu for the channel configuration. In the LINES register, the channels can be activated or deactivated by simply clicking the check mark. As long as no bus systems have been configured, the channels operate as purely digital inputs and correspondingly show the...
  • Page 67 HAMlab, Release 1.0 TRIGGER By clicking the gear behind TRIG settings, the trigger menu is opened. Each channel can be set as a trigger source with the desired condition. For acquisition to start, the Trigger source and Rising Edge needs to be defined.
  • Page 68 HAMlab, Release 1.0 selected protocol is opened. Two options are possible for the display of the decoded data: firstly, the data is placed as a separate layer in the graph directly on the signal. Secondly, using the DIGITAL DATA menu where the decoded data are represented in a table format.

  • Page 69: Power Sdr

    HAMlab, Release 1.0 Note: On HAMlab OS releses before 0.97.100 Logic Analizer application will be require to enter unlock code into our licencing system. Procedure can be access at Unlocking Logic Analizer app section. Power SDR Power SDR installation and SDR configuration...
  • Page 70 HAMlab, Release 1.0 On Windows 10 you might get warning of Unknown Publisher you can procede with installation by clicking on “more info” and then “Run anyway”. Chapter 3. Applications and Features...
  • Page 71 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3. Follow the instructions of the setup routine and accept the license agreements if asked for. 3.4. Power SDR...
  • Page 72 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 3. Applications and Features...
  • Page 73 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3.4. Power SDR...
  • Page 74 HAMlab, Release 1.0 4. At the end of the installation you are asked if you want to run PowerSDR software immediately, feel free to do Chapter 3. Applications and Features...
  • Page 75 6. After starting the PowerSDR software you will be led through the PowerSDR software specific setup wizard which lets you configure the software to use it with your STEMlab. Pick the HAMlab/STEMlab radio model. 3.4. Power SDR...
  • Page 76 HAMlab, Release 1.0 7. Select the region where you are using your STEMlab, this is important due to the different frequency ranges your are allowed to transmit in the different countries all over the world: 8. Your initial setup is completed click finish.
  • Page 77 HAMlab, Release 1.0 9. Click Power to connect Power SDR with STEMlab. On the screen the input singnal should appear. Power SDR configuration Audio configuration (only required for HAMlab 80-10 10W model) 3.4. Power SDR...
  • Page 78 Power SDR basic usage Putting HAMlab into SDR mode 1. Turn on power supply, HAMlab will start automatically. Next time you can momentary press on the power button to turn it on/off. 2. Make sure your computer is connected to same local area network as HAMlab.
  • Page 79 HAMlab, Release 1.0 HAMlab application page should appear 3.4. Power SDR...
  • Page 80 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Connecting Power SDR with HAMlab Chapter 3. Applications and Features...
  • Page 81 HAMlab, Release 1.0 3.4. Power SDR...
  • Page 82 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Receiving Transmitting Credits Original developer of sdr-transceiver-hpsdr web application is Pavel Demin. Original developer of PowerSDR is FlexRadio Systems. Repositories used for our builds: • https://github.com/RedPitaya/PowerSDR_HPSDR_mRX_PS • https://github.com/RedPitaya/red-pitaya-notes Chapter 3. Applications and Features...

  • Page 83: Hamlab 80-10 10W Specifications

    CHAPTER HAMlab 80-10 10W Specifications SDR specifications Highlights Architecture: direct sampling / internal high performance 14-bit A/D and D/A 125 Msps converters (no sound card required) Band coverage: All band receiver with 5 bands transmitter (80, 40, 20, 10 m)
  • Page 84 80 m / 40 m / 20 m / 10 m (possibility to changed it to any range 1.8 - 50 MHz) Emission Modes Types: not limited by HAMlab hw, depending on 3rd party SDR software used Harmonic Radiation: better than -45 dB 3rd-Order IMD: better than -35 dB below PEP @ 14.2 MHz 10 Watts PEP...

  • Page 85: Measurement Instruments Specifications

    HAMlab, Release 1.0 Measurement instruments specifications Oscilloscope Input channels Input channels connector Bandwidth 50 MHz Resolution 14 bit Memory depth 16384 Samples Max. Sampling Rate 125 MS/s Input range +/- 1 V or +/- 20 V Input coupling AC/DC Minimal Voltage Sensitivity 0.244 mV / 2.44 mV...

  • Page 86: General Electrical Specifications

    15 % (Transmitter output specified at 13.8 V DC) Power Consumption: Mechanical specifications Height: 100 mm Width: 340 mm Depth: 215 mm Weight: 5 kg Operating temperature: -10*C to +50*C HAMlab system architecture SDR block diagram r2 Chapter 4. HAMlab 80-10 10W Specifications...

  • Page 87: Front Panel Controls And Connections

    HAMlab, Release 1.0 Front panel controls and connections 4.6. Front panel controls and connections...
  • Page 88 Momentarily pressing power button (1) will turn the HAMlab ON. It normally takes 30s from the button press until the HAMlab is ready to be used. Once HAMlab is ON, holding the power button pressed will cause the proper shut down of the device.
  • Page 89 Note: Currently keyer is not supported by software. Software support for it will be availabe in one of incomming software updates. Phones The HAMlab 80-10 10W supports a stereo headset with headphone ¼ inch TRS phone plug (4) . Mono or TS connector that grounds the “ring” portion of the connector should not be used! Logic analyzer 0-7 are logic analyzer inputs.

  • Page 90: Back Panel Controls And Connections

    User can connect transmitter output to ANT1 or ANT2 by properly connecting SMA cable inside the chassis to one of ANT connectors. Software switching between ANT1 and ANT2 is not available in HAMlab 80-10 10W version. Danger: THIS UNIT GENERATES RADIO FREQUENCY (RF) ENERGY. USE CAUTION AND OBSERVE PROPER SAFETY PRACTICES REGARDING YOUR SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.
  • Page 91 RX1 IN - direct feed to the first receiver pre-amp and attenuators. RX1 OUT - an output from the antenna feeding By default HAMlab 80-10 10W comes with loopback cable connected from RX1 IN to RX1 OUT. User can also use this two connectors to insert external filters or preamplifier.
  • Page 92 Excessive voltage drop can cause lower transmit power output levels. There are two internal fuses in the HAMlab. One is protecting whole system while the other one is just for the transceiver. If you ever need to replace the internal fuse, remove the top cover and the shield of the power board.
  • Page 93 HAMlab, Release 1.0 4.7. Back panel controls and connections...
  • Page 94 AUDIO Audio USB connector USB 2.0 Cable - A-Male to Mini-B must be used to connect HAMlab audio sound card with the PC in order to be able to use Phone, MIC and speaker connector for voice communication.
  • Page 95 Note: Other pins are at the moment not in use and should be left unconnected. DATA LAN This is network connection to the HAMlab. It is an auto-sensing 100 megabit or 1 gigabit Ethernet port that enables you to connect HAMlab to your local network or directly to PC.
  • Page 96 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 4. HAMlab 80-10 10W Specifications...

  • Page 97: Hamlab 160-6 10W 10W Specifications

    CHAPTER HAMlab 160-6 10W 10W Specifications SDR specifications Highlights Architecture: direct sampling / internal high performance 14-bit A/D and D/A 125 Msps converters (no sound card required) Band coverage: All band receiver and 160-6m transmitter Transmit power: up to 10 W Wideband Frequency 25 kHz - 62.25 MHz...
  • Page 98 RF Output Power: up to 10 W CW and SSB at 13.8 V input voltage (max. 15 V) Maximum Interconnect Cable 100 meters (328 feet), Category 5 cable Length Ethernet: Power connector: PowerPole Chapter 5. HAMlab 160-6 10W 10W Specifications...

  • Page 99: Measurement Instruments Specifications

    HAMlab, Release 1.0 Measurement instruments specifications Oscilloscope Input channels Input channels connector Bandwidth 50 MHz Resolution 14 bit Memory depth 16384 Samples Max. Sampling Rate 125 MS/s Input range +/- 1 V or +/- 20 V Input coupling AC/DC Minimal Voltage Sensitivity 0.244 mV / 2.44 mV...

  • Page 100: General Electrical Specifications

    15 % (Transmitter output specified at 13.8 V DC) Power Consumption: Mechanical specifications Height: 100 mm Width: 340 mm Depth: 215 mm Weight: 5 kg Operating temperature: -10*C to +50*C HAMlab system architecture SDR block diagram Chapter 5. HAMlab 160-6 10W 10W Specifications...

  • Page 101: Front Panel Controls And Connections

    Momentarily pressing power button (1) will turn the HAMlab ON. It normally takes 30s from the button press until the HAMlab is ready to be used. Once HAMlab is ON, holding the power button pressed will cause the proper shut down of the device.
  • Page 102 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Microphone connector (RJ45) The HAMlab 80-10 10W front microphone connector (2) can support Kenwood KMC 30 electret microphone or compatible types. Front panel view microphone pinout Function 8V DC Ground Ground CW Key / paddle jack The CW key/paddle jack (3) is a ¼ inch TRS phone plug. Tip - DOT Ring - DASH The common is connected to the sleeve.
  • Page 103 Note: Currently keyer is not supported by software. Software support for it will be availabe in one of incomming software updates. Phones The HAMlab 80-10 10W supports a stereo headset with headphone ¼ inch TRS phone plug (4) . Mono or TS connector that grounds the “ring” portion of the connector should not be used! Logic analyzer 0-7 are logic analyzer inputs.

  • Page 104: Back Panel Controls And Connections

    RX1 IN - direct feed to the first receiver pre-amp and attenuators. RX1 OUT - an output from the antenna feeding By default HAMlab 80-10 10W comes with loopback cable connected from RX1 IN to RX1 OUT. User can also use this two connectors to insert external filters or preamplifier.
  • Page 105 Excessive voltage drop can cause lower transmit power output levels. There are two internal fuses in the HAMlab. One is protecting whole system while the other one is just for the transceiver. If you ever need to replace the internal fuse, remove the top cover and the shield of the power board.
  • Page 106 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 5. HAMlab 160-6 10W 10W Specifications...
  • Page 107 AUDIO Audio USB connector USB 2.0 Cable - A-Male to Mini-B must be used to connect HAMlab audio sound card with the PC in order to be able to use Phone, MIC and speaker connector for voice communication.
  • Page 108 Note: Other pins are at the moment not in use and should be left unconnected. DATA LAN This is network connection to the HAMlab. It is an auto-sensing 100 megabit or 1 gigabit Ethernet port that enables you to connect HAMlab to your local network or directly to PC.

  • Page 109: Troubleshoot

    HAMlabs equivalent for geting your sistem back into factory setings is preparing new sd card. This should be done in case of sd card failiure. In that situation new HAMlab OS memory card will have to be prepaired. Please folow this steps to achieve this: 1.

  • Page 110: Audio Board Not Working

    (This troubleshoot is only for HAMlab 80-10 10W model) If audio there is no sound coming from your headphones or speaker connected to HAMlab while running Power SDR application please make sure that: HAMlab is connected to PC that is running Power SDR with USB cable...
  • Page 111 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Make sure that HAMlab audio card was recognized by your Windows OS and driver is properly installed. Open control panel. Click on Hardware and Sound 6.3. Audio board not working...
  • Page 112 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Check that audio card was recognized Chapter 6. Troubleshoot...
  • Page 113 HAMlab, Release 1.0 You can also make a simple test by playing some music with media player. 6.3. Audio board not working...
  • Page 114 HAMlab, Release 1.0 Chapter 6. Troubleshoot...
  • Page 115 HAMlab, Release 1.0 6.3. Audio board not working...
  • Page 116 Cannot connect to HAMlab anymore Try to turn your HAMlab off and follow quick start procedure first. If you hear that the fan doesn’t lower it’s power (revolutions) after 1 min after turning the HAMlab on this might suggest that SD card image (HAMlab software) is corrupted.

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