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Spectrum DSP M2 - User Manual

Spectrum DSP M2
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Spectrum DSP M2 User Manual V1.1
►Spectrum DSP M2 User Manual◄
C. Turner, KA7OEI ▲ R. Colclough GW8RDI
September 2023
DRAFT FIRST RELEASE
P 1
Copyright (additions and logos) 2022-2023 QuantumSDR Group
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Spectrum DSP M2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSpectrum
ModelDSP M2
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Spectrum DSP M2 User Manual

Introduction

Configuration: Touch interface and Transceiver;Receiver association

Configure touch interface and link transceiver/receiver.

YouTube instruction video

Link to a YouTube video demonstrating touch interface operation.

Compatible Radios

Information on radios compatible with the Spectrum DSP.

Typical installations

Xiegu G90 Integration

Using Spectrum DSP with Xiegu G90 transceiver.

Elecraft KX3;KX2 Integration

Using Spectrum DSP with Elecraft KX3/KX2 transceivers.

Classic Radio Integration

Connecting Spectrum DSP to classic radios via IF signal.

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

SDR Offset Configuration

Activating SDR offset for optimal receive quality.

Frequency Tuning Modes

LCD Display Controls

Volume and AFG;AGC Adjustment

Adjusting audio volume and AFG/AGC settings.

RIT, Mode, DSP, and Filter Controls

Adjusting RIT, selecting modes, DSP, and filters.

Main LCD Touch Display Overview

Frequency Displays

Main, RIT/Tuning, and Band displays.

Mode and Zone Indicators

Mode indicator and controls for display zones.

Front Panel Indicators and Controls

Time, Date, and S-Meter

Setting time/date and understanding the S-meter.

Power Output and Multi-function Meters

PO, SWR, AUDIO, ALC meter functions.

Voltage, Trace, and Frequency Step

VCC, Trace status, and frequency step adjustment.

Spectrum Display

Waterfall Display

Scope Display

Display Options and Filters

Options for display modes and smoothing filters.

Connectors

Headphones Connector

Audio output for headphones or speakers.

Interface and Power Connectors

CAT, EXT, Power, Debug, and IQ Connectors

Connectors for CAT, PTT, power, firmware, and IQ signal.

RESET BUTTON

Operational Modes and Functions

Receive Mode Behavior

Behavior upon powering up and receiving.

Transmit Mode Control Lock

Control lock during transmit.

TUNE Mode: Virtual Dial

VFO A; VFO B Operation

SPLIT Mode Operation

Menu Button Operations

Normal Operation Buttons (F1-F5)

Functions of F1-F5 buttons in normal mode.

Menu Navigation Buttons

Navigation buttons within the menu system.

Touch Screen Adjustment Guide

Configurable Main Screen Options

AFG, STG, CMP Controls

Controls for AF Gain, Sidetone Gain, TX Compression.

RFG, DSP, NB Controls

Controls for RF Gain, DSP, and Noise Blanker.

RIT Control

Receive Incremental Tuning adjustment.

Additional Main Screen Controls

WPM and MIC;LIN Controls

Controls for Words Per Minute and Mic/Line Gain.

Automatic On-Screen Item Switching

Switching adjustments between receive and transmit.

DSP Noise Reduction and Notch Filter

Settings for DSP noise reduction and automatic notch filter.

Important DSP and Noise Blanker Notes

DSP Processor Loading Optimization

DSP Configuration Warning

Warning about potential radio stalling with specific DSP settings.

Using the Spectrum DSP

Receive Operations

Basic operations for receiving signals.

Transmit Setup

SSB Transmit Audio Setup

Steps for setting up SSB transmit audio.

Troubleshooting Meter Jumps

AM Transmission Comments

Notes on using AM transmission.

Frequency Translate Mode Information

Frequency Translate Side Effects

Side effects of frequency translation mode on display.

Digital Modes with Computer Sound Card

TUNE Mode Operations

TUNE Mode Comments

Important notes and behavior of TUNE mode.

CW Operation Configuration

Paddle and Keyer Connections

Connecting paddles and keyers for CW.

Additional CW Menu Items

CW-specific menu items for paddle reverse, delay, sidetone.

Configuring for CW Operation

Miscellaneous CW Notes and Tips

Configuration Menu System

Important Menu Operation Notes

Key notes regarding menu operation and saving settings.

Menu Categories Overview

Overview of different menu categories available.

Main Menu Configuration Items

DSP Related Items

DSP NR Strength adjustment.

Filter Related Items

Settings for CW and SSB filter center frequencies.

FM Mode Related Items

FM Mode Enable, Deviation, and Bandwidth

Enabling FM mode, setting deviation, and receiver bandwidths.

Subaudible Tone and Tone Burst

Settings for subaudible tone generation, detection, and tone burst.

AGC and Receiver Settings

AGC Mode and RF Gain

Setting AGC modes and RF Gain.

Custom AGC and RX Codec Gain

Custom AGC settings and RX Codec Gain.

Transmit Audio Related Items

Mic;Line Select and Input Gains

Selecting Mic/Line input and setting gains.

ALC Release Time and TX PRE ALC Gain

Adjusting ALC release time and pre-ALC gain.

CW Related Items

TX Audio Compression

Adjusting transmitted audio compression.

CW Keyer Mode and Speed

Selecting CW keyer mode and speed.

CW Sidetone and Frequency Offset

Adjusting CW sidetone and frequency offset.

CW Paddle Reverse and TX->RX Delay

Paddle reverse and transmit-receive delay settings.

CW TX;RX Offset Modes

Modes for receiver offset and frequency display in CW.

Comments on CW Modes

Spectrum Scope Related Items

Scope Update Rate and Filter

Adjusting scope update rate and applying filters.

Trace and Color Settings

Settings for trace color, grid color, and scale color.

Magnify, AGC, and Amplitude Settings

Magnify mode, AGC adjustment, and amplitude settings.

Waterfall Display Settings

Center Line and Display Mode Selection

Setting center line color and scope/waterfall display mode.

Waterfall Color Schemes

Selecting color palettes for the waterfall display.

Waterfall Update and Brightness Settings

Adjusting waterfall update speed and brightness.

Waterfall Contrast and Speed

Adjusting waterfall contrast and update speed.

Scope and Waterfall Display Adjustments

Spectrum Scope Baseline Adjustment

Adjusting the spectrum scope's 'no signal' baseline.

Waterfall Brightness and Size

Adjusting waterfall brightness and size.

Configuration Menu System

General Radio Setup Items

Rig model, CAT settings, IQ mode, band definitions, TX controls.

Menu Configuration Details

Receiver, Beep, and CAT Settings

Settings for Receiver gain, Beep options, and CAT mode.

Frequency Limits and Waterfall Display

Frequency tuning limits and waterfall display settings.

I;Q Gain and Phase Adjustments

Transverter Related Items

Transverter Offset and Multiplication

Setting transverter multiplication factor and frequency offset.

DSP Related Items

DSP NR Buffer Length and Taps

Adjusting DSP NR buffer length and filter taps.

DSP NR Post-AGC Setting

Determining if DSP NR occurs before or after AGC.

DSP Notch Filter Parameters

Noise Blanker Related Items

Transmit Audio Related Items

AM;SSB TX Audio Filters

Inserting audio bandpass filters for AM/SSB transmit.

FFT Spectrum Scope and Waterfall Related Items

FFT Windowing Options

Pre-processing spectral data using FFT windowing.

Available FFT Windowing Functions

DSP Configuration Value Adjustments

DSP Noise Reduction Parameters

Notes on adjusting DSP noise reduction strength.

DSP Automatic Notch Filter Parameters

Notes on DSP notch filter operation and parameters.

Approximate Specifications

IQ Sensitivity

IQ sensitivity specifications for different bandwidths.

Spectral Display Modes

Spectrum Scope and Waterfall display descriptions.

Large Signal Handling

Handling of clipping and distortion with strong signals.

Firmware Features and Specifications

TX;RX Modes, FM, and CW Details

Available TX/RX modes, FM options, CW details.

Filters, DSP, S-Meter, and Connections

Audio filters, DSP, S-meter calibration, and external connections.

Operating Voltage and Current

Operating Voltage Range

Allowed operating voltage range.

Current Consumption

Receive and power-off current consumption.

ALC (Automatic Level Control)

How ALC Works

How ALC monitors and controls transmit power.

SWR, Audio, and ALC Meters

Descriptions of SWR, Audio, and ALC meters.

SSB Transmit Audio Level Adjustment

Adjusting audio level for SSB transmit.

ALC for Transmit Power and Speech Processing

Numerical CMP Settings

Adjusting CMP using numerical settings.

Manual CMP;SV Adjustments

Manually adjusting parameters when CMP is set to SV.

Parameter and Meter Explanations

Mic;Line Gain, Audio Meter, TX PRE ALC Gain, ALC Meter

Explanations of key parameters and meters.

ALC Release Time and Transmit Warnings

ALC Release Time

Setting ALC release time for compression.

Transmit Warnings and RF Meter Notes

Warnings regarding audio levels and RF meter readings.

AM Mode Reception and Transmission

AM Signal Tuning and Filtering

How AM bandwidth filtering operates.

Zero-Hertz Hole Problem

The zero-hertz hole issue when Frequency Translation is disabled.

AM Transmission Details

AM RX IQ Balance Adjustment

Adjusting AM RX IQ balance to minimize tweet.

AM Transmission Requirements

AM transmission requirements and behavior.

AM Operation Considerations

Key points to remember about AM operation.

FM Mode Reception and Transmission

FM Mode Setup and Warnings

Important notes, warnings, and enabling FM mode.

FM Deviation Modes and Bandwidths

Describes Narrow/Wide deviation modes and receiver bandwidths.

FM Tone and Squelch Settings

Subaudible Tone Generation and Detection

Settings for subaudible tone generation and detection.

Tone Burst Generation and Indications

Enabling tone burst and understanding squelch/tone indications.

Additional FM Comments

Initial Spectrum DSP Setup

Startup Screen, Frequency Translate, and Calibration

Observing startup, enabling Frequency Translate, and calibrating frequency.

IQ Adjustments and Additional Settings

Adjusting IQ phase/balance and additional settings like voltmeter/volume.

RX IQ Gain;Phase Adjustment (Freq Translate Enabled)

RX IQ Gain;Phase Adjustment (Freq Translate Disabled)

CW Sidetone Frequency Notes

Notes for CW operators using lower sidetone frequencies.

Frequency Translation Feature Explanation

Frequency Translation Mode Effects and Usage

Spectrum DSP Key Function Matrix

Main Operational Mode Functions

Key function matrix for main operational modes.

Menu Mode Functions

Key function matrix for menu mode operations.

Operational Notes and Known Issues

DSP NR Performance and LCD Flicker

Notes on DSP NR impacting screen speed and LCD flicker.

Signal Breakthrough and IQ Output

Notes on signal breakthrough and Xiegu IQ output.

Key Component Descriptions

Description of IQ amplifier, DC-DC converter, speaker amplifier.

Spectrum DSP M2 Connection Instructions

Connection Requirements

Requirements for connecting the Spectrum DSP.

Connection Instructions

Step-by-step connection instructions.

Supplemental Information

Noise Interference

Information on noise interference in SDR systems.

Station Breakthrough

Information on station breakthrough and filters.

How to Use the Spectrum

Basic guide on how to use the Spectrum DSP.

XIEGU G90 Warning

Warning regarding powering up Xiegu G90.