XIEGU X1M Pro User Manual

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A User's Guide for the X1M PRO Transceiver
Frederick A. Lesnick, VE3FAL
Paul W. Ross, W3FIS
Charles O. Vest, W5COV
Revision 3.1.4 – 12/19/13
This guide is for the X1M HF PRO (Platinum) model QRP transceiver, manufactured by Chonqinq
Xiegu Technology Co., Ltd. of China.
Technical Specifications
The published specifications for the radio are as follows:
Receive: 0.1 - 30MHz continuous.
Transmit: Band 1 3.5 – 4.0 MHz (80 Meters)
Band 2 7.0 – 7.3 MHz (40 Meters)
Band 3 14.0 – 14.35 MHz (20 Meters)
Band 4 21.0 – 21.45 MHz (15 Meters)
Band 5 28.0 – 29.7 MHz (10 Meters)
The full range of transmission from 0.1 to 30 MHz is available with suitable external
bandpass filters. Otherwise, transmission is limited to the listed amateur bands via
internal programming.
Operating modes: USB, LSB, and CW.
Receiver sensitivity: better than 0.45 μVolts.
RF power output: 4.5 Watts.
Frequency stability: better than 0.5 parts per million.
Memory storage locations: 32 pairs of VFO settings (both VFOa and VFOb)
Operating voltage: 9.6 – 14.5 Volts DC

XIEGU X1M Pro Specifications

General

Power Supply	12V DC
Receiver Type	Direct Conversion
Weight	1.2 kg
Current Consumption	1.5A
Interface	USB
Built-in Features	SWR meter
Modes	SSB, CW

Summary

Connecting the Radio

Power and Antenna Connections

Audio and Data Interfaces

Interface and Controls

Front Panel Operation

Details the function of buttons, knobs, and primary operational controls.

Screen Navigation and Modes

Guides users through different screen displays and operational modes.

Systems Menu and Configuration

Memory Management

Accessing and Modifying Settings

Guide to navigating the systems menu and altering parameters like BFO and tone.

Firmware Update and Settings

Performing Firmware Updates

Step-by-step guide for updating the transceiver's firmware.

Alignment Procedure

IF Offset Adjustment

How to set the IF offset for optimal USB/LSB signal reception.

BFO and CW Tuning

Steps for adjusting USB, LSB, and CW BFO settings for accurate tuning.

Zero Beat Tuning and Settings Backup

Guidance on achieving zero beat in CW and saving alignment settings.