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Saturday, November 15, 2014
Blog Birthday
I was thinking it was today, but actually yesterday was four years of blogging... 2,693 posts and 1,584,674 hits.
Friday, November 14, 2014
Xiegu X108: Firmware Update
A link was posted on the (X1M) Yahoo Group to a beta version of a firmware update for the X108, so Ed (Import Communications) chimed in with the following:
"11/11/14The factory has finally finished the firmware update to correct the few bugs that have been reported. They are testing it and should release it shortly. I will email all owners when it's ready and will also place it in the files section of this group.
The factory says they will design their own microphone instead of depending on the clone mics they are now using. They say this won't take long and I'll keep everyone posted on how this plays out.
One of the bugs that bugged me was the noise blanker. Some worked but most did not. When I reported the problem, I assumed it was a firmware problem but that is not the case. It seems two diodes on the NB board are reversed. I'm not sure how this will get corrected because I haven't looked to see the physical size of the diodes involved. My first thoughts are to get a supply of correct boards and swap them out.
That's all I have for now.
Regards,
Ed
Import Communications"
The update notes that were posted initially said:
Update records:
Updated: 2014.11.09
Firmware filename: X108_FW_V135_SOFTPTT
Firmware version number: V1.35B
Update:
1, the band changes and then return to the previous band, the frequency remains the original frequency;
2, increasing the key lock function;
3, increasing microphone in hand UP and DN keys to control the stepping of continuous functions;
4, increase the size of the adjustment menu CW Tone
5. PTT microphone in hand to improve immunity.
Amazon Family Sharing
Amazon is following in the footsteps of Apple and introducing a feature that allows family members to share Kindle books. It makes the Kindle Paperwhite even more attractive - although I see the refurb has gone back up to $99.
GPS vs. Certified Course
An infograph:
I see the difference even on short courses. I have a goal of breaking 20 minutes for a 5k. I've come within three seconds of doing that - except for one race, my time was 19:40 for the course. I don't think I magically gained 20 seconds - and my watch that normally reads high for distances, only reported 3.03 miles.
Outernet Lantern
Outernet, humanity's public library:
Via SWLing
"Outernet takes the best of the web and broadcasts it from space for every human on Earth. The content we broadcast is determined by anyone who chooses to vote on the most important things to share with humanity. Outernet repurposes broadcast satellite tv equipment and we offer instructions on how to build a DIY-receiver. Once a receiver is configured, Outernet’s content can be accessed by any WiFi-enabled device.
Oh, and Outernet is free to use, always."And now they have an Indiegogo project for their receiver, the Outernet Lantern.
Via SWLing
Asimov's Foundation Series coming to HBO?
It's been years since I've read the books, but I'd like to see what HBO could do with Asimov's Foundation series.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
More Space News
First, there is this:
And also pictures from the probe that landed (bounced) on the comet.
400 days until 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' hits cinemas near you! #EpisodeVII #Stayontarget pic.twitter.com/8kSRsHuWsM
— Star Wars VII (2015) (@StarWars_VII) November 13, 2014
And also pictures from the probe that landed (bounced) on the comet.
Xiegu X108: Yahoo Group
There is now a separate Yahoo Group for the X108 in addition to the original X1M group.
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