| KB3BF |
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2023-10-29 | |
| Top Of The Line Rig |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
Definitely not for everyone as the rig does not work out of the box, firmware + software needs to be installed separately and you need a top of the line PC to run it.
Fortunately I bought mine second hand and the seller had done everything required and walked me through the process. This was useful when it came time to upgrade the software.
The rig requires lots of RAM, a fast processor and 1GB network hardware. It digitizes a large swath (60MHz) of the HF/ lower-VHF spectrum.
You must only use stereo jacks regardless what kind of mikes or speakers you are installing. This is mentioned in the manual, but if you don't follow what it says it you could damage some hardware.
The Apache Forum is really good and very helpful. There are a few key individuals that are involved with the company (I think) and offer great assistance; but make sure you check the manuals before asking for help.
The rig has good front-end protection, and in my case protected channel #1's ADC when a transient blew the front-end . I was able to troubleshoot it and replace the transient protection diodes, but they are SM devices and you need a microscope to work on the boards.
Be careful and mark all connectors when taking apart as several connectors could fit in the wrong places. You need to contact Apache directly to get the schematics.
I love Pure-Signal for the spectral purity it offers the TX/Amp. I think Apache Labs is the only company that offers it.
There are so many features still to discover even after more than one year owning it.
It is the only rig I would keep if forced to make a choice.
With the right amplifier you will have broadcast quality signals.
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| G4BIM |
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2023-07-02 | |
| Great radio but sketchy Software |
Time Owned: 3 to 6 months. |
Had the 7000dle Mk2 i7 for a few months now.
Previous SDR radios include the Flex 1500 Flex 5000 and Flex 6700 signature.
The flex 6700 is still a great radio with very stable SmartSDR software, owned it for 5 years no issues.
Moved from Flex to Apache Labs because the promise of Pure signal/pre distortion from Flex never happened, they promised it nearly 5 years ago....
With people wanting to use slightly higher TX audio bandwidths its a no brainer and improves actual TX audio quality as well as IMD.
No issues with the ANAN 7000 Mk2 i7 radio hardware as such, although an XLR balanced audio input would be appropriate, however, if Apache Labs are really serious about promoting this radio to a greater Amateur market, they need to spend some money on cleaning up and improving the OpenHPSDR software package.
Its got a way to go to compete with the FlexRadio SmartSDR software.....
Update...July 2023
Current software... Excellent ....... |
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| W9BB |
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2022-10-16 | |
| ANOTHER GREAT RADIO |
Time Owned: 0 to 3 months. |
| This is my second Anan radio my first was a 200D and now the new 7000 DLE black face. I have never had a problem with any of my radio's , in a nut shell great radio's . It's always a new learning curve when going from knobs to a mouse but if you hang in there you will never turn another knob. I also own a flex 6500 which is another good radio . 3 years with Anan 0 problems |
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| W9AC |
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2021-12-11 | |
| Outstanding SDR Performance |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I'll echo the prior posts about the 7000DLE. I'm primarily a CW operator. When operating Thetis software and the new QSK algorithm, T/R switching time is the fastest among any transceiver I've owned including the Elecraft K3 and Ten tec Omni Six. Audio can be heard between keyed elements as fast as I want to go with zero artifacts.
One issue is that the stock T/R and PureSignal sampling relays are a bit loud. To solve the problem, I developed a small Arduino-based interface that monitors CW paddle activity and disables the PureSignal relays when in CW mode.
I also replaced the T/R relay with a silent, shock-mounted RF reed relay. Now, the ANAN keys as quietly as PIN diode switching.
See my QRZ page for more information about the modification.
Paul, W9AC |
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| NB4R |
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2021-12-10 | |
| One great transceiver. Unbeatable performance! |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I have had the Apache Anan 7000DLE mkII since Christmas 2019. It's a fun radio and the receive and transmit cannot be matched. I have the one in the black case. I bet I could drive my car over it and not damage it. Although,I won't test that theory. It doesn't have the embedded Windows 10 PC. I use a gaming desktop to maximize the SDR performance. I'm also using the Thetis app to run it. There are a bunch of great guys adding functions to the app. The Pure Signal functions push this hardware to it's maximum capabilities. The receiver is also outstanding, There are many days when I hear QSO's clearly and the folks there complain of noise issues meanwhile I can hear all parties clearly and without noise issues at all. It's truly amazing. As far as technology goes I'm not easily impressed, but this hardware is clearly in a class by itself.
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| VA7QI |
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2021-10-12 | |
| Performance hard to beat |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
This is the HARDWARE part of a software defined radio. There are several different SOFTWARE components available, for instance:
- Thetis (requires Windows)
- Raspberry Pi (as in the Pi Controller)
- SDR Console
Thetis is currently my main client because of its flexibility and also because the software is currently being developed further with new and interesting features added.
The Thetis software is not for the faint of heart. If you are uncomfortable working on a computer, this is not the radio for you - at least with Thetis.
Thetis has all the features you would expect in a modern transceiver and many of the options are configurable to the Nth degree. However, there is a very active support group if you get in trouble.
Some of the unique features are worth pointing out. The Noise Reduction #2 (NR2) makes a SSB signal sound almost like a good FM signal while still reducing the background hiss significantly.
The Spectral Noise Blanker is another tool to combat noise. This is in addition to two "traditional" noise blanker functions.
The recently added automatic gain (not to confuse with standard AGC, which is also has, of course) will adjust the maximum gain based on the current noise floor on the band. This makes for a very quiet receiver.
For the less adventuresome operator, I can recommend the Pi Controller, which in addition to implementing the software part of this SDR also has buttons that make it more like a conventional radio while still having a panadaptor and waterfall display. I use this client to browse the bands for interesting activity.
The hardware part of the radio is well built and I have had no problems with it of any kind. When running long transmit cycles, the case can become a little hot, but a small external fan takes care of that easily.
I have tried several other radios since buying the Anan-7000DLE, but I keep coming back because it all works so well and now that development has been picked up again, there will be new interesting software features added shortly. Overall a lot of value for the money. |
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| NN3RP |
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2020-06-15 | |
| Great performer! |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I have had the standard 7000dle and recently upgraded to the embedded version. This is an outstanding piece of hardware. Realizing that the the vendor does not produce any software for it, I think, but the community as an open source. The latest and greatest Thetis is an amazing quality one that keeps improving...how far can this guys go?
I am using it for just about every single mode. The pure signal stuff is just out of this world (keeping the bands cleaner).
I have sold all of my HF rigs except by the IC9100 as I used it for satellite. Once I can insert transverters (2m /70cm) into the Anan 7000dle, Icom will be on its way to a new home.
If one can afford the $$$ and have general computer knowledge, Anan can be one of your alternatives. Wait they just announced a new smaller one - Anan 6000dle!!! |
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| W9HH |
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2020-06-13 | |
| Outstanding Performance -Features Unmatched |
Time Owned: 3 to 6 months. |
Great Radio – lots of bang for the buck. Includes all of the features found on the comparable flex model and many more for around 1K less. Great RX sensitivity and 2 independent receivers (ADC’s) allow for diversity reception. The pure signal feature is capable of producing the cleanest TX signal of any amateur class radio.
Based on my experience the 7000DLE earns 5 Stars for performance and features offered for the price of a new unit.
73-
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| K0JTA |
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2019-04-25 | |
| Superior radio and support! |
Time Owned: 3 to 6 months. |
I have owned many, MANY SDR units, mostly by Flex. (One SDR-1000, a Flex-3000, two Flex-1500s, two Flex-5000s and a Flex-5600.)
Many years back, I was urged to try an Apache-Labs ANAN-100, and once I did, I was hooked.
Since this first ANAN, I have also had an ANAN-200d and my present ANAN-7000DLE. I am forever grateful to my "suggestion guy!" -It took him a long time to convince me, but at the time, he also had a stable of FLEX radios; -This fact adding a lot of gravity to his comments. So, I sent off my funds to INDIA (!!) and waited.
I had to pay the fixed FedEx shipping and had to complete the needed customs forms, and endure the WAIT..!
Now, one can order the radio from a dealer at a REDUCED PRICE, and get the radio in just a very few days, by comparison to my ordeal.
I have found the software used by the Apache-labs radio(s) to be SOLID and STABLE, which is very pleasing.
The radio runs just BARELY (imperceptible) warm on all areas, even after I have completed a 90 minute session as NCS, so heat is NOT an issue.
The Apache-Labs radios do not have the usual (LONG!) startup period that the Flex's 6000 series have, which is not important to some; -But to me, it is simply very nice. (Power it on, and it is ready.)
All in all, a great and well supported radio!
73; Mike, K0JTA |
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| PA0Q |
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2018-09-25 | |
| Improvements with respect to the ANAN-200DE |
Time Owned: 3 to 6 months. |
Four months ago I migrated from the ANAN-200DE to the ANAN-7000DLE. The 200DE needed "some" modifications to reduce the sensitivity for RF. The backpanel was unsufficient grouded, so were some connectors and boards.
This ANAN-7000DLE is much much better constructed. Really an improvement with respect to the ANAN-200DE. I see no reasons to modify anything on the 7000DLE. The 7000DLE uses different firmware too.
With PureSignal the ANAN-7000DLE has an IMD-3 of an incredible -68dB! This is the most important reason why I bought this SDR. No other transmitter (except the ANAN-8000DLE) has this kind of clean signal.
I try to do my best to find a mechanically and technically improvement or consideration, but honestly: I cannot find a single one, sorry!
I use the ANAN-7000DLE every day, more than one time, for longer periods, for contesting, in SSB and CW, etc.
The second controller (the first one of course is the computer) is the ELAD TM-2 with enough knobs (yes, even a big one for tuning the ANAN-7000DLE VFO's), RIT-control, all kind of functions and even a nice little display. My linear amplifier is the Hilberling HPA-8000B driving about 1 kW.
The communication with my dealer in Germany and the manufacterer Apache Labs is very fast and easy.
The software I use is OpenHPSDR, which is open source. Support is great! With OpenHPSDR you get an incomprehensible number of features. NR, NB and whatever work as it should be; no complaints. SDR Console v3 from Simon Brown is nice to use too.
Ok, one improvement of the ANAN-7000DLE would be the colour of the front; dark grey (IMHO) is more beautiful...
Enjoy and 73!, Hans PA0Q.
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