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FLEX-6400 / FLEX-6600 HARDWARE REFERENCE
Version 2.1.30
29 January 2018

Table of Contents

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FlexRadio Systems FLEX-6600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSoftware Defined Radio (SDR)
Receiver TypeDirect Sampling
ADC Resolution16-bit
ModesSSB, CW, AM, FM, Digital
Output Power100 W
Display TypeExternal
ConnectivityEthernet
Power Supply100-240V AC, 50-60Hz (internal power supply)
Number of Receivers4 independent receivers

Summary

1 INTRODUCTION

1.3 NOTICES TO THE USER

Important operational notices, regulations, and safety warnings for radio use.

3 IMPORTANT NOTICE - READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT

3.1 PRECAUTIONS

Critical safety precautions for operating the radio, including electrical and physical hazards.

4 SPECIFICATIONS

4.2 TRANSMITTER

Detailed transmitter specifications, including output power, modulation, and emissions.

4.3 RECEIVER

Detailed receiver specifications, including architecture, dynamic range, and sensitivity.

6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

7 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

7.1 DC POWER INPUT

Details on connecting the DC power supply to the radio.

7.2 TRANSCEIVER ANTENNA PORTS [1,2]

Description of the SO-239 antenna connectors and their use.

7.6 ACCESSORY CONNECTOR

Description of the high-density HD-15 accessory connector and its functions.

7.13 ETHERNET CONNECTOR

Network connection port for the radio, supporting 100Mbps and 1Gbps Ethernet.

7.19 XVTR-B TRANSVERTER PORT (FLEX-6600 ONLY)

BNC connector for transverter receiver input and exciter output.

7.20 MICROPHONE JACK

Description of the 1/8-inch stereo microphone jack and its pseudo-balanced input.

7.21 XVTR-A TRANSVERTER PORT

BNC connector for transverter receiver input and exciter output.

7.24 CHASSIS GROUND

Thumbscrew for attaching an earth ground to the radio's chassis for safety.

8 INSTALLATION

8.1 SAFETY

Safety considerations for station setup, including ESD and lightning protection.

8.2 RADIO PLACEMENT

Guidelines for optimal radio placement to ensure reliability and proper ventilation.

8.4.4 INSTALLING SMARTSDR

Information on installing the SmartSDR operating software for the radio.

9 FHM-X MICROPHONES

11 DIGITAL MODE SETUP (SOUND CARD INTERFACE)

12 ANTENNA CONSIDERATIONS

12.1 ANTENNA SELECTION

Guidance on selecting appropriate antennas for the FLEX-6400/FLEX-6600 transceiver.

13 ANTENNA TUNER UNIT (ATU)

14 OPTIONAL GPS DISCIPLINED OSCILLATOR (GPSDO) SETUP

14.1 GPSDO INTRODUCTION

Introduction to the optional GPSDO module for precise frequency control.

15 CALIBRATION

15.1 FREQUENCY CALIBRATION

Procedure for calibrating radio frequency using automated routines and standards.

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