MARS & FLEX RADIO

RRay

I’ve watched the videos here and on YouTube, but still can’t get CP to talk to MSDMT.
Anyone use Flex radios for MARS?

VE7ATJ_Don

Hi… you need to submit a Help Desk ticket explaining that you want to extend the Flex for use in MARS. They will confirm with you your certification for MARS, then explain how to get the hardware mofifications to let it operate on the MARS frequencies.

VE7ATJ_Don

Sorry, Ray… I'm afraid I have no idea what any of that means. Hopefully, some other Flex members who are also on MARS can help out.

WayneHarris

RRay, did you ever get this to work? Active MARS member here, considering purchasing a Flex Radio.
Contact me at nc8f@outlook.com.

WX7Y

The 8000 series Radio need a new TURF file plus a wide band Transmitter board https://www.flexradio.com/products/flex-8400-8600-extended-transmit-module/

6000 series Radio just need the TURF file

Rick N0VT

My 6600 works fine with the current MARS software but it requires the correct setup for extended operation (extender board + TURF file that you can get from Flex with proof of membership). It's no different that any other data program (wsjt, etc). Whenever I've had an issue in the past it's always been the software, not the radio.

RRay

I have a modified 8400 with all the software loaded. I can’t get CP and MSDMT to sync with any of my TCP settings.

Mike VE3CKO

After seeing this topic, looks like the secret is out. The secret being where FlexRadio has gotten some of their superior technology from such as diversity reception.