AAIOv1 Board kits

Original price was: $57.00.Current price is: $47.00.

AAIO Board kits, no enclosures

SKU: AAIOV1k Category:

This listing is for a board kit only.

The Almost-All-In-One is a compact, versatile PCB that plugs directly into the headphone and paddle jacks of the QRP labs QMX and QCX transceivers. The board relocates the 3.5mm jacks to the side while tapping into these circuits to add amplified audio output and various inputs. This lightweight modular board serves as a platform for many possible configurations.

Ordering Options:

Power Input Type

  • DC Barrel Jack: Includes a 5.5×2.1mm DC barrel jack. Determines matching enclosure.
  • USB-C 12v: Includes a 12v USB-C Trigger.  Determines matching enclosure.
  • USB-C 9v: Includes a 9v USB-C Trigger. Determines matching enclosure.

Visit the Shop to see more enclosure kits or check out my Printables for free 3D-printable enclosure files, try searching “AAIO” for other community designed solutions.

This DIY kit features all through-hole components, making assembly straightforward for most experience levels. Every QMX/QCX radio is hand-built, meaning individual units vary slightly in the alignment of their 3.5mm and power jacks. Consequently, an assembled AAIO may not fit multiple radios. Using a single AAIO on a different radio can cause significant stress and premature failure of the input jacks.

If you own multiple QMX/QCX radios, you have three standard options:

  • Build one AAIO for one radio, then de-solder and realign the 3.5mm jacks on your other radios to match the previously assembled AAIO.
  • House the radio and AAIO together and don’t use the 3.5mm plugs.
  • Build a dedicated AAIO for each radio.

 

The Fine Print
Use at Your Own Risk: The AAIO is an independent project and is provided as-is. This kit is intended for educational, evaluation, or hobbyist assembly. By purchasing and installing this board, you accept all risks. The creator/seller accepts no liability from the use or misuse of this product.

Trademark Notice: QMX and QCX are registered trademarks of QRP Labs. This project is entirely independent and is not affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by QRP Labs.

Input Voltage

6v-15v

Audio output power

Up to 1W

Additional Details

Amplifier: The onboard amplifier is a Texas Instruments LM386N-4 with a recommended operating range of 5-18v. For this application I am suggesting 6-15v.

Speaker: The speaker is a 20x30mm 8ohm driver with a frequency range of 560Hz~10kHz. This speaker is self resonant at 700Hz which in my testing provided a ~6dB bump in SPL at 700Hz when compared to other commonly available 20×30 speakers making it the clear winner for an all around lightweight speaker with emphasis at the most common CW frequency.

Microphone: The microphone is a compact omnidirectional -24dB electret that matches the sensitivity recommended by QRP Labs for the QMX.

Enclosure: The enclosure is 3D printed from fiber reinforced ASA. Designed to be a plug-in style module that fits up against the factory aluminum case of the radio. The enclosure contains the AAIO board, 20×30 speaker, microphone, and the selected power input option. It features a hole for the PTT button and a flexible TPU cover for the 3.5mm input jacks.

Power: Stick with the 5.5×2.1mm DC barrel jack that is standard on the radio or move to a modern USB-C Power Delivery (PD) trigger. USB-C triggers request 9v or 12v from compatible PD devices.