2.0
MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
The following steps will describe the required connections for
getting your FLEX-6000 Signature Series software defined
radio on the air.
First Steps:
1. Carefully remove the packaged accessories and the
transceiver (FLEX-6300, FLEX-6500 or FLEX-6700) from
the shipping carton. Remove the plastic covering from
the radio.
2. Identify all of the supplied accessories listed above.
3. Place the radio in your operating position making sure it
has adequate ventilation.
Back Panel Connections
1.) Antenna - Connect an HF antenna with nominal 50
Ohm impedance to one of the SO239 transceiver antenna
connectors labeled ANT1 (DEFAULT) or ANT2
.
Additional Required Items Not Supplied with the Radio:
In addition to the supplied accessories, software and cables
supplied with the FLEX-6000 Signature Series SDR, you will
need to provide the following:
•
An HF-Antenna or dummy load
•
A good RF ground.
•
Powered stereo speakers (computer type) or stereo
headphones.
•
A stabilized 13.8V DC power supply, capable of 25A
continuous duty.
•
A personal computer (PC) running Windows Vista
Service Pack 2 or above. Either 32 or 64-bit operating
systems are supported.
•
A 100/1000BaseT Ethernet Access - either an open port
on your computer or on your local area network (LAN)
Ethernet switch.
2.0 MAKING THE CONNECTIONS