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FlexRadio Signature FLEX-8 00 Series Quick Start Manual

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QUICK START GUIDE
FLEX-8X00 Signature Series
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Copyright 2024. FlexRadio, Inc. All Rights Reserved. FlexRadio, Inc., 4616 W. Howard Lane, Ste. 8-860, Austin, TX 78728 USA
FlexRadio® is a registered trademark and SmartSDR™ is a trademark of FlexRadio, Inc. in the United States of America and other countries/regions. Other brand or product names
are trademarks of their respective holders. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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  • Page 1 Copyright 2024. FlexRadio, Inc. All Rights Reserved. FlexRadio, Inc., 4616 W. Howard Lane, Ste. 8-860, Austin, TX 78728 USA FlexRadio® is a registered trademark and SmartSDR™ is a trademark of FlexRadio, Inc. in the United States of America and other countries/regions. Other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the FLEX Signature Series software Need Assistance? defined radio (SDR) from FlexRadio, Inc.. This Quick Start If you encounter any issues installing or operating SmartSDR Guide (QSG) will walk you through the steps for installing the...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT NOTICE - READ BEFORE OPERATING If you have any questions due to misunderstanding, or THIS UNIT translation errors, please refer to the FLEX-8X00 Signature Series Hardware Manual and SmartSDR Software User Guide WARNING! first. Radio frequency (RF) energy from transmitters can interact This radio is configured to operate according to regional with some electronic devices such as cardiac pacemakers regulation and may allow operation on frequencies which are...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT NOTICE - READ BEFORE OPERATING ! - This unit generates Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Use THIS UNIT caution and observe proper safety practices regarding your system configuration. When attached to an antenna, this ! – WARNING! radio is capable of generating RF electromagnetic fields which Δ...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    1.0 GETTING STARTED i - No other physical modification of this radio is allowed. Any other use or modification (including software changes that GETTING STARTED affect operational characteristics) will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Supplied Accessories: i - Ensure proper ventilation around the radio; this includes 2” clearance on the sides and back.

  • Page 6: Making The Connections

    Ohm impedance to one of the SO239 transceiver antenna • A 100Mb or Gigabit Ethernet Network with access to the connectors labeled ANT1 (DEFAULT) or ANT2. Internet. Please Note: the latest version of SmartSDR software can be downloaded from our website at www.flexradio.com/ssdr-for- windows/...
  • Page 7 "How to Connect Your FLEX-6X00 or FLEX-8X00 to a LAN" to cut off the Powerpole connectors from one end and install your own connectors in order to connect the power cable to https://helpdesk.flexradio.com/hc/en-us/articles/202118558- your power supply. A power supply capable of 13.8V@25 amps How-to-Connect-your-FLEX-6000-FLEX-8000-to-a-LAN is required.
  • Page 8 Optionally you can use a 1/8" mono (TS) plug for connect- to the microphone jack. (Note: For EU customers, contact ing a straight key. your distributor or FlexRadio EU Representative regarding microphone recommendations.) For paddles or a keyer, connect the TRS tip to DOT, Ring to DASH and Sleeve to common.
  • Page 9 3.0 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FLEX-8X00 SIGNATURE SERIES RADIO GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FLEX-8X00 SIGNATURE SERIES RADIO This section provides a description of the FLEX-8X00 front and rear panel controls and connectors. FLEX-8400M / FLEX-8600M Front Panel FLEX-8400 and FLEX-8600 Front Panel Power Button Power Button with colored LED status indicator Eight inch multiple touch sensitive HD color display...
  • Page 10 FLEX-8400M / FLEX-8600M Front Panel Cont. VFO B multi-function control for audio level, AGC Threshold, Squelch and audio Solo operation A copy to B (A>B); B tracks A (A>>B) VFO B multi-function control for receiver filter bandwidth VFO A RIT / XIT indicator Manual transmit (MOX) button VFO A Tuning knob, VFO A menu / clear control VFO B tuning knob, VFO B menu / clear control...
  • Page 11 Accessory Connector: DB-15HD - see pin out in the FLEX-8000 Hardware Reference Manual GNSS Antenna port Note: 1PPS Connection is NOT use on the FLEX-8400/FLEX-8400M or on the FLEX-8600/FLEX-8600M Gigabit Ethernet Port and USB Accessory Sockets Connection for an External Display (only available on M models) GPS Disciplined Oscillator 10MHz Input/Output (Use of the 10MHz FLEX-8400/8400M or FLEX-8600M/8600M Rear Panel Input requires the factory installed GPSDO option)
  • Page 12 Step 1. Obtaining SmartSDR for Windows Software in the images below. SmartSDR for Windows software is obtained by downloading the installer from the FlexRadio website: https://www.flexradio.com/ssdr-for-windows/ Step through the offered list of software to find the latest version (the version with the largest version number), then click on it to start the download.
  • Page 13 The SmartSDR for Windows End User's License Agreement Once you have decided on the installation location of Smart- screen is displayed as shown below. SDR for Windows, click NEXT to continue. The Select Components screen is displayed as shown below; additional components may be displayed. The DAX and SmartSDR CAT applications are optional components which are installed by default.
  • Page 14 Click NEXT to continue. After the application files have been installed, additional drivers may be installed. The Ready to Install screen is displayed as shown below. After a few moments, the Completing the SmartSDR Setup Wizard screen will be displayed as shown below. It is highly recommended that you review the SmartSDR for Windows Release Notes, any time you update your software, as they contain important information regarding the features and...
  • Page 15 FLEX-8X00M by momentarily pressing, then releasing the power button. The FLEX-8400M and FLEX-8600M SDRs have a front panel display that initially shows the FlexRadio, Inc. logo and then the text "Loading..." along with a green flashing power button Click FINISH when you have made your selections.
  • Page 16 Step 4. Operating Your FLEX-8X00/8X00M Transceiver The SmartSDR console will be displayed with one (1) High Definition Panafall Spectrum Display and one Slice Receiver tuned to 14.100.000 MHz as shown below. To start SmartSDR, double click the radio in the Radios area To TUNE the receive slice to another frequency click the BAND of the dialog box or click the radio once and then press the button on the left hand side of the spectrum display then click the...
  • Page 17 To set the operating MODE: To Transmit in SSB Mode: 1.) On the slice receive control panel, click current MODE (USB, 1.) Ensure the radio is connected to a DC power supply and a LSB, CW, AM, SAM, DIGU, DIGL, RTTY, FM, NFM, DFM). To known-good antenna or dummy load.
  • Page 18 Congratulations! Your FLEX-8X00 or FLEX-8X00M is receiving 8.) If you want to hear your transmitted audio, click on the MON and transmitting signals. Please refer to the FLEX-8X00 (monitor) button and adjust the level with the slider to the right Signature Series Hardware Manual and SmartSDR Software of the button to a comfortable listening level.
  • Page 19 Standards used: Technical Documentation (RoHS): EN 50581: 2012 Austin, TX, USA, August 5, 2024 Person Responsible: Matt Youngblood, President & CEO, FlexRadio, Inc. (Signature on file) FLEX-8X00 QUICK START GUIDE, VER. 1.0, 09/24...
  • Page 20 FlexRadio, Inc. - U.S.A 4616 W. Howard Lane Ste. 8-860 Austin, TX 78728 U.S.A. Phone: 512-535-4713 Email: sales@flexradio.com info@flexradio.com www.flexradio.com...

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