Ten-Tec 507 Patriot Operator's Manual

Open source qrp transceiver

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507 / Patriot Users Manual
Part #74485
Printed in USA
Release 1.01
1
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of 15
March 10, 2015

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  • Page 1 507 / Patriot Users Manual Release 1.01 March 10, 2015 Part #74485 Printed in USA Page of 15...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Your New Patriot 507 Introduction: The Open-Source Concept 1.1 Unpacking Your Patriot 507 1.2 About this Manual 1.3 Power, Antenna, Keying and Audio Connections 1.4 Internal Connections 2. 507 Front Panel 2.1 Basic Radio Controls 2.2 SELECT and FUNCTION Pushbuttons 2.3 40/20 Meter Band Selection 2.4 Tuning Procedure 2.5 Microphone Jack...
  • Page 3: Your New Patriot 507

    Introduction: The Open-Source Concept list of resources to help users get started with The TEN-TEC Patriot model 507 is designed Arduino programming. with the purpose of providing Ham Radio operators a platform for developing and writing 1.3 Power, Antenna, Keying and Audio...
  • Page 4: Internal Connections

    Figure 2 Patriot Front Panel some logic control and the DDS of the 507 radio 1.4 Internal Connections shield. With the Rear cover removed, several additional connections are accessible: DC power from the external power supply is switched to the radio circuitry. The radio is The ChipKit Uno32 Arduino processing card protected from reverse voltage polarity by a has an on-board mini-USB connector, accessible...
  • Page 5: Select And Function Pushbuttons

    N (narrow ~ 800 Hz) Red LED As the TUNE knob is turned, the LED in the center of the TEN-TEC logo at the upper right of STEP – 100 (Hz) Default Green LED front panel will flash with every tuning step, as...
  • Page 6: Microphone Jack

    This 8 pin connector allows a microphone wired software will have to be adjusted accordingly. for a Ten-Tec Transceiver to be connected. Also RTTY is typically LSB so the reverse mode of the connector allows audio data in and out to be...
  • Page 7: Rear And Side Panels

    The “MIC LEVEL IN” is a pot that is preset in 50 ohm impedance antenna. the factory to provide proper ALC action using any TEN-TEC condenser type mic, e.g. models KEY/PADDLE (1/8” stereo phone jack): The 707 or 708 or the hand mic model 702. To Key/Paddle connector is a 1/8”...
  • Page 8: Line Input Level Adjustment (Right Side)

    The “LINE LEVEL IN” is a pot that is preset in the factory to provide proper ALC action using the TEN-TEC USB soundcard digital mode adapter cable model 712. An adapter to convert the 712 ACC connector pins to the 8 pin mic input will need to be created.
  • Page 9: Internal Adjustments And Connections

    Figure 4 – Internal Layout 4. 507 Internal Adjustments 4.2 8-bit Expansion Port and Connections (Refer to Figure 4 above) There is an additional 8 pin socket at the rear of the PCB. This will allow for extra inputs or 4.1 Speaker/Headphone Selection outputs when different code is written for the ChipKit Uno32.
  • Page 10: Connections To The Processor Board

    4.3 Connections to the Processor Board Patriot Uno 32 Function Patriot Uno 32 Function Connector J6 Connector J2 RESET Lcd_RS 3.3V On Board CHIPKIT 5.0V On Board CHIPKIT Lcd_EN Function Lcd_D1 Main Supply Voltage Side Tone Key Connector X5 Lcd_D2 GPB0 MUTE GPB1...
  • Page 11: Hardware Functionality Location

    4.4 Hardware Functionality Location The following figure gives a basic breakdown of allocation of functionality to location on the Patriot 507 Shield. 507 / Patriot Users Manual Release 1.01 March 10, 2015 Part #74485 Printed in USA Page of 15...
  • Page 12: Factory Adjustments

    Making adjustments on these controls will give undesired results when operating the 507. Please DO-NOT ADJUST. *********************************************************************************** 5. Schematic Diagram The latest schematic diagram is available for download at the TEN-TEC website, downloads section. 6. Specifications 1/8” stereo Key Jack: Microphone Jack 8 pin Microphone Input sensitivity for full modulation power @13.5 volts (...
  • Page 13: In Case Of Difficulty

    0364. 8. Warranty and Return Policy Warranty on new TEN-TEC products is 1 year, parts and labor for manufacturing defects in parts or workmanship. Damage to a unit due to misuse or inappropriate connections is not covered under this warranty thereby any repairs and shipping will be at the expense of the customer. If repair is needed for any reason on your TEN-TEC product please go to http://www.tentec.com/service-support/ and collect...
  • Page 14: Appendix: Getting Started With Arduino

    The 507 Patriot is a basic radio platform, provided as a factory assembled unit that enables users to immediately proceed with the development of programming and hardware accessories. This section of the Operating Manual is intended to assist a new Patriot owner in finding information about Arduino, the chipKIT Uno32, and the community of users.
  • Page 15 9.4 Reference for Beginners This is for first time users. This is only for reference and Ten-Tec assumes no responsibility for the code or programs that one installs on their computer. This page is for reference only. To help guide first time users in setting up the mpide.

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