A quick look at the remote software for operating the alpha 9500 linear amplifier. Dsp brings the performance and repeatability of expensive military grade communications receivers into the price range of top end commercial receivers for shortwave listeners. This will reset the microprocessor and can sometimes correct erratic operation possibly caused by stray rf, although it will not clear hard faults or remove them from the faul t log. Alpha remote messaging software for led signs alpha. Listed under the radio equipmenthf amplifiersalpha 87a category that is about alpha 87a. Spent the weekend setting up xyls new imac my first real apple experience other than iphone or ipad. The alpha 87a command protocol offers a full set to completely control the amplifier including switching it on and off.
Listed under the radio equipmenthf amplifiers alpha 87a category that is about alpha 87a. Autotune only with software update alphamaxinstalled in the alpha 87a. While i like the 87a it is really only a fair amplifier and the remote software is a joke. N4py software is the leader in full station automation. This one has the latest upgrades, including alpha remote and alpha max. Its as if the software goes brain dead when the amp is turned on. Alpha 87a remote control free download windows version. Click to i agree if you accept the rules otherwise exit. Alpha remote and hb9zs remote software supplied with cabling so amp can be placed off operating table using usb connection. If anyone one knows or can help me find the software it would be greatly appreciated. The author of this software cannot be liable for any damage to your. Alpha 87a remote control software is provided as is. View online or download alpha radio 87a operating manual.
The automatic microprocessorcontrolled alpha 87a is not built anymore but it has good successors. It requires the connection of a windows based computer to your 87a via the serial port. Used alpha 87a april 11, 2015 by brian lambert years ago i owned an alpha 87a amplifier. The input and output wattmeters can be read using a computer running hyperlink terminal program for communicating with the alpha 87a.
As the host of this remote station, i have had the pleasure of receiving excellent reports on the signals of vy1aaa. Trusted windows pc download alpha 87a remote control 1. While i like the 87a it is really only a fair amplifier and the remote software. I have looked and can not find the software needed to reset the microprocessor. Alpha has released a new series of top of the line amplifiers the alpha 9500. Development tools downloads alpha 87a remote control by bernd koch. It provides continuous maximumlegalpower on all amateur hf bands with selftune capability.
Amps alpha 87a tubes 3cx800a7 and the 3cx p 800a7, jim brown. Set the com port using the drop down menus of the program. The software also calculates the vswr and displays it on the bottom panel as well as the operating frequency, reflected power, grid current, peak power and input power. Alpha 87a remote control the alpha 87a can be controlled over the internet using a tcp connection with version 2 of this software. Alpha technologies is an established leader of power solutions for the telecom, cablebroadband, traffic, security, industrial and renewable energy industries softwarefirmware downloads login. You need one instance of the application on your remote station and one as client on a local or your home computer. Setting up alpha 87a communications to pc please unplug the 87a for 1 minute and then plug it back in to the 240v. The operation of this amplifier is truly impressive.
If you agree on that you may download, install and use alpha 87a remote control software. The actual developer of the free software is bernd koch, df3cb. The tentec rx 340 is a multi mode, general coverage synthesized receiver utilizing extensive digital signal processing. The alpha remote messaging system allows multiple users to create, edit, update, and transmit messages from their own pc on a lan to one or more alpha led signs. The alpha remote software has significantly helped with this work. The 87a is not a really good amplifier because of the weird tubes used. Amps alpha 87a tubes 3cx800a7 and the 3cx p 800a7, jeremyca 2.
In addition, the software allows remote operation of the amp from the computer keyboard. Get alpha 87a remote control alternative downloads. Amps alpha 87a tubes 3cx800a7 and the 3cx p 800a7, jsternmd. Alpha 87a communication can be used either stand alone to control the alpha 87a amplifier or together with several catcontrol programs to.
With a software interface all parameters can be displayed simultaneously, peaks persisted, and other data not sent could be calculated. The common filename for the programs installer is alpha87a. The messages running on the alpha sign are displayed on the workstation screen when the alpha remote messaging editor is opened for that sign shared messaging this software application was designed for. You may want to check out more software, such as alpha 87a remote control, alpha project close combat mappack or alpha key saver, which might be related to alpha 9500 remote. The alpha 87a is extremely easy to install and operate, but failure to carry out each procedure exactly as described in the manual is likely to lead to amplifier damage which is not covered under warranty. Capable of full cw breakin qsk and all digital modes when used with any appropriate transceiver. If you are unsure of how to setup anything in your station, please ask me.
The most popular version among the software users is 1. The window send to alpha 87a allows you to send remote commands to the linear as there are listed in the manual of the linear amplifier. So is there anyone running df3cbs remote control software for the alpha 87a successfully. This alpha performs as new, and, as you can see from the images included, is in excellent physical condition too. The alpha 84108406 monitor software was my attempt to see what was going on under the hood beyond what was displayed on the front panel. I will not give any support in any form and i do not answer any requests. The 87a is a very reliable and robust amplifier, i have it in use since 1994. Various other operating parameters can be read, such as plate current and grid current.
The software does this every 500 milliseconds by default or by any other value you set in the programm settings. Debu yang berada di sekitar power amplifier ini dapat menjadi perngaruh pada berkurangnya performa yang. I had an 87a but never used it for remote operation and its protection features. Click to i agree if you accept the rules otherwise exit the program. Band change and tuneup are microprocessor controlled. Having retired from the usaf, moved to alaska, and begun a second career as a purchasing manager of a regional hospital, a new alpha 87a was mine. The automatic microprocessorcontrolled alpha 87a is not built anymore but it has good successors see rf concepts website. I want to try this and see if this is the problem before i send it out for repair. Frequently, computer users decide to uninstall this program. All forums sony alpha nex emount apsc talk change forum.
Alphapower will install and test the new firmware at no charge other than the 2way shipping charges. Setting up alpha 87a communications to pc power, even. Each command must be finished by the keyboard entry return. I sure would appreciate some help as i can run the software and turn on the amp but that is all. We had the amp gone over and updated by alpha service, and we know it operates just like the latest production line alpha 9500s. Remote control program for alpha 87a linear qslnet. It took a few decades as a ham before i had the opportunity to purchase one. After just a fews hours i am a convert, please consider writing rrc software for the imac.
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