[Elecraft] Let me build your K2
Let me build a K2 for you. I have built more than 180 K2's to date. You receive a new radio built with the options you want, ready to play. My prices are reasonable, and with the sun spot cycle on the up-swing you can be ready to have a lot of fun. 73 Alan W1HYV _ Express yourself wherever you are. Mobilize! http://www.gowindowslive.com/Mobile/Landing/Messenger/Default.aspx?Locale=en-US?ocid=TAG_APRIL___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Spectrogram v16 - FREEWARE
Hello all, Spectrogram 16 is quite easy to set up for K1 and K2 alignment. You can download a PDF illustration of the required settings from the following link: www.visualizationsoftware.com/gram16_settings.pdf Richard Horne Tom Hammond-2 wrote: Hi Ken, et al: At 06:23 04/19/2008, Ken K3IU wrote: For those interested, Spectrogram is again available as Freeware. Richard's website, http://www.visualizationsoftware.com/gram/gramdl.html says: Version 16 is being made available as freeware to replace the older freeware versions of the software relied upon by the majority of Spectrogram users. The download at left is a self-extracting setup program that will install Spectrogram on a single computer. Thanks a bunch for this info Ken... but, please remember that the K1 and K2 alignment documentation written for using Spectrogram to align your Xtal Filters is written for using Spectrogram v5.1.7. Version 16 will be considerably different from v5.1.7 so you will have to deal with coming up with some of your own parameter settings (in Spectrogram) since they will no longer match those specified for v5.1.7. There will be NO HARM DONE by using v16, only some possible time lost getting things set up. Spectrogram v5.1.7 is still available on the K1- and K2-specific web pages at http://www.n0ss.net... still free. 73, Tom N0SS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Spectrogram-v16---FREEWARE-tp16782118p16823793.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 sn 699
After exactly a 6-month wait, my K3 kit arrived Friday April 18. Saturday it was assembled and basic tests and calibrations completed. Only the front panel attachment required a little coaxing. It's an appealing sight when finished. I did have the broken wire problem on the KBPF3 toroid, but Gary in Support provided repair advice. Sunday it was on the air. PSK31 is a favorite mode, so figured out how to use Digipan on my notebook computer with a USB-serial interface. Two audio cables were needed - that's all, folks. The PTT via serial port signals is in the K3 firmware. The acceptance of sound card output without attenuation is in the (hardware and?) firmware. Sunday also saw the 100-watt module installed and checked out. The high RF flummoxed the touch pad on my notebook, so installed a USB mouse and all is well. My old MC-60 desk mic requires full boost on the TX equalizer and 60 on mic gain, but it gets good reports. Still learning. Still experimenting. A very happy communicator. Only advice so far: If you've made several Menu or CONFIG changes, turn the power off and back on to be sure they're activated. And read the reflector! ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] A Katiegram for an order on 16 Nov
...has arrived! During which time I have become F5VNB as well as G4PLZ, so I'll be paying 19.6% tax instead of 17.5%, the difference being equivalent to a three course (French) meal for four people. Although that might soon be only two courses, the way food prices are heading... 73 to all Elecraftistas, Pete Connors, G4PLZ/F5VNB ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 - it just feels right.
I've had my K3 for a few days now. I've put in some RX time and last night, finally got the key(s) hooked up and had a couple of QSOs. There's something about the K3. It feels like home. I sure love my K2, but despite it's fabulous performance, it never really felt like a real rig. It performed like a real rig, no question about that, but it just didn't have the ergonomics of a real radio. The K3 fixes that. The knobs, the display, the way it functions, it just feels right. - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 711 - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] A Katiegram for an order on 16 Nov
Peter Connors a écrit : ...has arrived! During which time I have become F5VNB as well as G4PLZ, so I'll be paying 19.6% tax instead of 17.5% That makes a 2,1% increase. In the same time, USD/GBP rate went from 0.4875 to 0.50230, while USD/EUR went from 0.6827 to 0.6307... So, if you stayed in GB, you would have paid +2.95% for your K3, and in France you'll pay -6.15% (VAT taken into account) ! Welcome in France, Peter ! -- Laurent Ferracci, F1JKJ K3 #695 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 with SteppIR
Hi Jim, there was already a discussion regarding this. Below I paste two possible solutions from this reflector. I guess that's what you are looking for... 73! Frank, DD7ZT (awaiting K3 tomorrow ! ;-) ) //copy paste on If your logging or other rig control program will enable the Kenwood or Elecraft auto information mode when it exits (AI1;) the transceiver will send a IF data packet whenever the transceiver frequency changes. This is all the SteppIR controller needs to follow the radio without the logging or control program. You can probably use a terminal program to enable AI if necessary. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Penkas Sent: Thursday, December 13, 2007 8:57 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 with SteppIR antenna Finally got around to slaving my SteppIR control box to the K3 for automatic frequency change. No problem at all. I simply used the Y cable from SteppIR, of which there is a diagram in the files section of the SteppIR Yahoo Group. Kenwoods and Elecraft need to have a Radio Control program running to interface the hookup. Simon has provided that service with K3 support on Ham Radio Deluxe. Mike WA8EBM ___ //copy paste off [EMAIL PROTECTED] schrieb: Is anyone on the reflector using their K3 with a SteppIR antenna and a logging program on their computer? I'm hoping to build a cable to unite my K3 (due in May or June) to the SteppIR box and the computer running Logger32. My Icom IC-756PRO just parallelled the CI-V cable from the radio to the SteppIR box and the serial port on the computer. I'm pretty sure the K3's not going to be that easy. Since the K3 is outputting to a serial port it sounds easy to connect to the computer's serial port but I don't quite see where the SteppIR box interfaces into the picture. Has anyone already plowed this ground? Any help is appreciated. 73, Jim - K5LAD ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
Steve wrote: 15) Use the millimhos/centimeter number as mS/m. Thus, 17 millimhos becomes 17 mS/m. This is the electrical conductivity of your Fresnel Zone. Given that 1 mho = 1 Siemens, then how does 17 mmho/cm (given by the tool) equate to 17 mS/meter? The denominator unit is different. And is the distance linear or area? Obviously this is just my ignorance about this, but I don't get it. Somebody explain please? Bill W5WVO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 - Up/Down keys on mic
Hello friends, not sure if UP/DOWN on MIC jack should go to GND (to be active), trying to fit some older Yaesu dynamic mike with UP/DOWN keys... Any info? Thanks, Lexa, OK1DST K3/10 #727 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Re: Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
Mine gets a reading of 0 millimhos/cm (zero); what's up with that? (sounds infinitely resistive)... --Dave, W5SV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Re: Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
Mine too. Apparently my vertical won't work and I won't be able to work FM5 using 10 watts (like I did last night). I'll have to take the vertical down and put up a dipole. Either that or I didn't do the tool right :-) - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 711 - -Original Message- Mine gets a reading of 0 millimhos/cm (zero); what's up with that? (sounds infinitely resistive)... --Dave, W5SV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Microphone recommendation?
Greetings everyone, I'm presently using a TS-850sat with the stock microphone while I wait for my K3 to be shipped. I've been thinking about upgrading the microphone to something that offers better fidelity and more punch for DX'ing. I don't want to spend more than $150. I'm also looking for a microphone that'll work with the K3 without any re-wiring if that's possible. Is it worth upgrading at all, and if so, what microphone would you recommend? I've been looking at the Heil Proset and Kenwood mc-60a thus far. If the differences between the stock mic and any other mic for under $150 would be negligible, then I'll just stick with what I have. Thanks! - Bill, kb1pxd -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Microphone-recommendation--tp16824607p16824607.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Re: OT Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
Keith, that is my problem as well; just last night I worked ZS6CCY on 75m with my vertical, and could hardly hear him on the dipole. In short, it seems the opposite of what I would expect, since in the last 4 months, I have worked over 90 countries on 80, including many in Europe, Africa, Oceania, Asia, South and Central America. So I am figuring I just don't understand something, or I put out enough radials to compensate and am not just heating the worms up. 73 de Dave, W5SV Darwin, Keith wrote: Mine too. Apparently my vertical won't work and I won't be able to work FM5 using 10 watts (like I did last night). I'll have to take the vertical down and put up a dipole. Either that or I didn't do the tool right :-) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Using tthe K3 with a Heil HM-10
Group, I seem to remember a posting on VP6DX's use of Heil HM-10 mikes with their K3's. Also there was a list of the configurations. I could not find it in the archives or on a goggle of VP6DX. Does anyone recall this posting? And could you direct me to it? Thanks. Roger K8RS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Re: OT Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
you lot think you've got problems - the survey doesn't even cover the UK - I'm not sure I've even got soil. And whatever I have got, I've only got about 75x40 feet of it! -- Don't say you don't have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michaelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson, and Albert Einstein. -H. Jackson Brown, Jr., writer On 22 Apr 2008, at 15:56, David F. Reed wrote: Keith, that is my problem as well; just last night I worked ZS6CCY on 75m with my vertical, and could hardly hear him on the dipole. In short, it seems the opposite of what I would expect, since in the last 4 months, I have worked over 90 countries on 80, including many in Europe, Africa, Oceania, Asia, South and Central America. So I am figuring I just don't understand something, or I put out enough radials to compensate and am not just heating the worms up. 73 de Dave, W5SV Darwin, Keith wrote: Mine too. Apparently my vertical won't work and I won't be able to work FM5 using 10 watts (like I did last night). I'll have to take the vertical down and put up a dipole. Either that or I didn't do the tool right :-) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
I hope nobody mindsbecause... I'm jumping in here without having really followed this thread, but I can comment on this. Bill is right that 17 mmho/cm is not equal to 17 mS/m, as you say it should be /cm, not /m. The unit is confusing however, and bears no relation to a per cm or per m at all in the usual way that we think of these units. It starts with the definition of resistivity which has the units of ohm metres. Many people interpret that as ohms/m, but it's not- that would be a resistance per unit length and is entirely different. Since conductivity is the reciprocal of resistivity, the units of conductivity become /ohm/m or mho/m or S/m, to use the SI unit. As I said above, it's just a unit and does not imply a 'per unit length' at all. One formula for conductivity would be: Conductivity = (conductance x length)/area And it is simply the fact that we have a length divided by an area that gives us the /m bit of the unit. The advantage of using the concept of conductivity is that it yields a number which does not refer to a particular sample of material of a certain size, but refers only to a property of the material itself. Rearranging the formula above then allows you to find the conductance of a particular sized sample of that material/soil whatever.. Anyway, the aforementioned conversion is wrong- a slip of the keys no doubt! Hope that helps 73 Stephen G4SJP On 22/04/2008 14:59, Bill W5WVO [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Steve wrote: 15) Use the millimhos/centimeter number as mS/m. Thus, 17 millimhos becomes 17 mS/m. This is the electrical conductivity of your Fresnel Zone. Given that 1 mho = 1 Siemens, then how does 17 mmho/cm (given by the tool) equate to 17 mS/meter? The denominator unit is different. And is the distance linear or area? Obviously this is just my ignorance about this, but I don't get it. Somebody explain please? Bill W5WVO On 22/04/2008 14:59, Bill W5WVO [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Steve wrote: 15) Use the millimhos/centimeter number as mS/m. Thus, 17 millimhos becomes 17 mS/m. This is the electrical conductivity of your Fresnel Zone. Given that 1 mho = 1 Siemens, then how does 17 mmho/cm (given by the tool) equate to 17 mS/meter? The denominator unit is different. And is the distance linear or area? Obviously this is just my ignorance about this, but I don't get it. Somebody explain please? Bill W5WVO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Your Farm's Soil Electrical Conductivity
On 4/22/2008 10:48 AM, Stephen Prior wrote: I'm jumping in here without having really followed this thread, but I can comment on this. Bill is right that 17 mmho/cm is not equal to 17 mS/m, as you say it should be /cm, not /m. The unit is confusing however, and bears no relation to a per cm or per m at all in the usual way that we think of these units. Those of us broadcast engineers in the US who have had the (mis)fortune to wrestle with the charts and graphs of FCC Rules Part 73 Subpart A - formerly called Appendix I - Standards of Good Engineering Practice - will remember that the map of ground conductivity used to compute the groundwave field intensity of AM broadcast stations was found on the infamous Chart M-3 and the conductivity was expressed in mmho/meter. The range was in the single digits over most of the U.S. A ground conductivity of 8 mmho/m was the default value for decent soil. Swamps and marshes (the best sites for AM stations) was up in the 20s, and pure rock was down about 1. Thankfully, those charts are no longer printed or stored in the online Rules and computerized studies for AM antennas are required nowadays. -- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402 VP - General Counsel Engineering Manager CSI Telecommunications, Inc. - Consulting Engineers San Francisco, CA - Beaverton, OR ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume
I agree with *Bob g3yiq's* comments for the need of a higher max level for cw sidetone. It was also unacceptable when using the K3 for mobile operation. Jim, w7zq. Bob G3YIQ wrote: I want to add my name to the calls for higher sidetone volume on the K3. At what I feel is a comfortable listening level, QSK is difficult because the sidetone volume is significantly lower than my normal receive volume. I have read the earlier threads and a return to a maximum level of 60 would seem to be the answer. Bob G3YIQ -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-sidetone-volume-tp16822531p16825435.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume
60? Wow, I've not even brought mine above 20 as it becomes too loud. Those who think it is too quiet, does it help to use a higher side tone pitch? - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 711 - -Original Message- I agree with *Bob g3yiq's* comments for the need of a higher max level for cw sidetone. It was also unacceptable when using the K3 for mobile operation. Jim, w7zq. Bob G3YIQ wrote: I want to add my name to the calls for higher sidetone volume on the K3. At what I feel is a comfortable listening level, QSK is difficult because the sidetone volume is significantly lower than my normal receive volume. I have read the earlier threads and a return to a maximum level of 60 would seem to be the answer. Bob G3YIQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3: Filters now available directly from INRAD
I see that the 8-pole filters can now be purchased directly from INRAD: http://www.inrad.net/home.php?cat=140 The pricing is the same as Elecraft's ($125). I doubt that INRAD would sell directly to end-users until they have fulfilled current orders from Elecraft, but I will leave it to others to test my theory! Mark, AI4BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/kx1-on-airlines-tp16825633p16825633.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
Pack it in your shoe so they don't find it. What they don't know won't hurt 'em, right? ... :-) My guess is you'd be fine if it was checked. Do people carry MP3 players onboard? If they can bring that or a walkman, you'd think a similar sized ham rig would be OK. - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 711 - -Original Message- Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3 with SteppIR
An update to my information quoted below ... Recent firmware updates add Autoinf to the CONFIG menu. Setting Autoinf to AUTO 1 will force autoinfomation ON and allow the SteppIR controller (set for Kenwood) to follow the K3 without the necessity for logging soft- ware to poll the radio. Note: If you use the Y cable documented in the SteppIR group files area (on Yahoo) at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SteppIR/files/ it may be necessary for the computer to be running in order to avoid pulling the data lines low. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Frank Lammel Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2008 9:55 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 with SteppIR Hi Jim, there was already a discussion regarding this. Below I paste two possible solutions from this reflector. I guess that's what you are looking for... 73! Frank, DD7ZT (awaiting K3 tomorrow ! ;-) ) //copy paste on If your logging or other rig control program will enable the Kenwood or Elecraft auto information mode when it exits (AI1;) the transceiver will send a IF data packet whenever the transceiver frequency changes. This is all the SteppIR controller needs to follow the radio without the logging or control program. You can probably use a terminal program to enable AI if necessary. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike PenkasSent: Thursday, December 13, 2007 8:57 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.netSubject: [Elecraft] K3 with SteppIR antenna Finally got around to slaving my SteppIR control box to theK3 for automatic frequency change. No problem at all. Isimply used the Y cable from SteppIR, of which there is adiagram in the files section of the SteppIR Yahoo Group.Kenwoods and Elecraft need to have a Radio Control program running to interface the hookup. Simon has provided that service with K3 support on Ham Radio Deluxe. Mike WA8EBM ___ //copy paste off [EMAIL PROTECTED] schrieb: Is anyone on the reflector using their K3 with a SteppIR antenna and a logging program on their computer? I'm hoping to build a cable to unite my K3 (due in May or June) to the SteppIR box and the computer running Logger32. My Icom IC-756PRO just parallelled the CI-V cable from the radio to the SteppIR box and the serial port on the computer. I'm pretty sure the K3's not going to be that easy. Since the K3 is outputting to a serial port it sounds easy to connect to the computer's serial port but I don't quite see where the SteppIR box interfaces into the picture. Has anyone already plowed this ground? Any help is appreciated. 73, Jim - K5LAD ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
Don, I have traveled with my KX1 quite a bit and have never had a problem. It is in a small Pelican case along with paddles, ear phones, etc. I just tell them it is a radio. I cannot remember ever turning it on to prove it. Since the XRay machine will not be able to peer into it, it will almost certainly be hand checked. But, other than the inconvenience and a few extra minutes, you should have no trouble (says me). Oh, and I do have a copy of my license (laminated) in with it. A few (not many, but a few) know what it is and what it means. Safe travels. -- Scott (NE1RD) Blachura wrote: Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/kx1-on-airlines-tp16825633p16826035.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume
Gimme more sidetone volume, please.It is barely ok using the internal speaker, but when I use my excellent Kenwood speaker, the sidetone volume is way too low even when set to 30 (max). 60 would be good. 73, George, N4ym ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
My understabnding of what they are looking for in checked baggage, using either dogs or instruments, is the extremely low-concentration outgassing from explosive materials. I don't think your KX-1 would trouble anyone in the least. MHOO, etc. Bill W5WVO Blachura wrote: Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: Filters now available directly from INRAD
Probably wouldn't post the ad unless they were actually for sale. They show a sliding discount for 3 or more. Jerry W4UK At 03:38 PM 4/22/2008, Mark Volstad wrote: I see that the 8-pole filters can now be purchased directly from INRAD: http://www.inrad.net/home.php?cat=140 The pricing is the same as Elecraft's ($125). I doubt that INRAD would sell directly to end-users until they have fulfilled current orders from Elecraft, but I will leave it to others to test my theory! Mark, AI4BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
It wasn't a KX1, but I recently carried my K2 (including the internal SLA battery option) in my carry-on bag, and had no problems going round trip San Francisco/Orlando. Best protocol is to take it out of your bag and put it in one of the plastic bins, just like you'd do for a laptop computer. That way, you're declaring it, rather than causing them to want to dig in to your bag just to see what in the heck that little box really might be. In SFO, they did tell me that they wanted to scan it twice, but didn't ask any other questions. Nothing said at all in Orlando. FWIW, there should be no problems carrying a gell-cell or SLA-type battery as long as it's installed in the equipment. Same should apply to the battery pack for your KX1, unless you're doing something more, um, custom. I've always carried loose AA-size batteries with no issues. There ARE quite a few ham things--mostly homebrew gear--that I would not try to take through airline security these days. They are extremely suspicious of any thing that doesn't look commercial build quality, ie handbuilt don't know what this thing is kind of stuff! BTW, I had my little PAC-12 antenna in a checked suitcase, which got inspected by Homeland Security on both legs of the trip (as evidenced by the little paper calling card they leave inside the bag). On the return leg, the dim bulb inspector couldn't figure out how my TSA approved lock on the suitcase was supposed to unlatch, so he broke it and the latch on my suitcase getting it open! I thought it was unusual that they'd inspect it on both legs of the trip, until it dawned on me that the loading coils for the antenna are basically PVC pipe sections with wire wound around the outside, and metal caps on each end. Uh oh--pipe bomb!! Guess I'll carry a dipole or doublet next time! 73, Dave K7DAA http://www.k7daa.com On Apr 22, 2008, at 12:52 PM, Darwin, Keith wrote: Pack it in your shoe so they don't find it. What they don't know won't hurt 'em, right? ... :-) My guess is you'd be fine if it was checked. Do people carry MP3 players onboard? If they can bring that or a walkman, you'd think a similar sized ham rig would be OK. - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 711 - -Original Message- Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume
I thought my hearing was a bit diminished, but checked and my CW sidetone is set at 20 ... -plenty- of volume from my K3. Will go considerably higher than my normal Rx volume. Ran it up to 40 and that's way too much. Am using a pair of 4 CB speakers. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
Don: Be sure to bring along ur owner's manual (fer the value of the photo of the on the cover). Next be sure to have at some lite-weight headphones handy. Also bring along along some small battery setup (9v shud do it) which you can plug in *only* if asked. I wud stay away from any internal batteries until the thru security. What I have just just suggested might well enable you to get thru security somewhere--if some agent asks you turn on your radio, etc., and you have long ago packed your larger battery in your checked luggage (g). GL and have a great trip. 73, --Doc/K0EVZ Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel -Original Message- From: Bill W5WVO [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:30:35 To:Blachura [EMAIL PROTECTED], elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines My understabnding of what they are looking for in checked baggage, using either dogs or instruments, is the extremely low-concentration outgassing from explosive materials. I don't think your KX-1 would trouble anyone in the least. MHOO, etc. Bill W5WVO Blachura wrote: Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Rose has a new fabric color available
Rose says to post that she's added a new fabric color to what's available for her K1, K2 and K3 covers. It's a nice royal blue that's for an order for five covers. Photos are available on request, of course. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KX1 and air travel
Thanks for all the info guys. Just wanted to check to make sure. Thanks again for all the fast responses. Don...w2xb (great reflector) -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/KX1-and-air-travel-tp16826174p16826174.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
I've traveled with my K3 and had it in my carryon luggage, they never even asked what it was. Now, my Begali paddle, that was another story. It's got a Palladium base and apparently the xray can't see through it or something. Anyhow, it took 3 agents to finally figure that one out and approve it. :) -Jeff N6GQ On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 12:48 PM, Blachura [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/kx1-on-airlines-tp16825633p16825633.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume
Fellas: There's a bit more to it than merely cranking out more sidetone volume, but it IS on Wayne's 'to-do' list... please be patient. 73, Tom N0SS At 15:28 04/22/2008, George wrote: Gimme more sidetone volume, please.It is barely ok using the internal speaker, but when I use my excellent Kenwood speaker, the sidetone volume is way too low even when set to 30 (max). 60 would be good. 73, George, N4ym ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume
I have plenty of sidetone volume, whether using the internal speaker, headphones, or my external stereo computer speakers. I can adjust the sidetone volume well above the receive volume. Phil - AD5X ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
On 4/22/2008 1:36 PM, Dave Andrus wrote: It wasn't a KX1, but I recently carried my K2 (including the internal SLA battery option) in my carry-on bag, and had no problems going round trip San Francisco/Orlando. Best protocol is to take it out of your bag and put it in one of the plastic bins, just like you'd do for a laptop computer. That way, you're declaring it, rather than causing them to want to dig in to your bag just to see what in the heck that little box really might be. In SFO, they did tell me that they wanted to scan it twice, but didn't ask any other questions. Nothing said at all in Orlando. Last year we flew from Portland (OR) to San Francisco, on to New York, and then on to Frankfurt and Tel Aviv and return, with stopovers in each city. I had my ICOM HT in my carry-on bag and was not questioned nor detained through all the screenings, nor was I asked to take my shoes off except in the US airports. What they are looking for in the US appears to be illegal and dangerous stuff like tubes of toothpaste and bottles of mouthwash as well as fresh fruit or sandwiches with ketchup and mayonnaise - the really dangerous stuff. I've been around real security screening at sensitive installations and the airline security screening in the US is a joke. The foreigners appear to know how to do it right and at much less of a hassle to the travelers. Next time I may even take my K2 with me ggg -- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402 From a Clearing in the Silicon Forest Beaverton (Washington County) Oregon ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
It wasn't a KX1, but I recently carried my K2 (including the internal SLA battery option) in my carry-on bag, and had no problems going round trip San Francisco/Orlando. Be careful about batteries in both carry on and checked luggage. There have been changes in the rules concerning batteries - particularly what and how much can be carried/checked. Check with TSA before flying, the rules have effected news crews and technicians who travel with battery powered test equipment. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dave Andrus Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2008 4:37 PM To: Elecraft List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines It wasn't a KX1, but I recently carried my K2 (including the internal SLA battery option) in my carry-on bag, and had no problems going round trip San Francisco/Orlando. Best protocol is to take it out of your bag and put it in one of the plastic bins, just like you'd do for a laptop computer. That way, you're declaring it, rather than causing them to want to dig in to your bag just to see what in the heck that little box really might be. In SFO, they did tell me that they wanted to scan it twice, but didn't ask any other questions. Nothing said at all in Orlando. FWIW, there should be no problems carrying a gell-cell or SLA-type battery as long as it's installed in the equipment. Same should apply to the battery pack for your KX1, unless you're doing something more, um, custom. I've always carried loose AA-size batteries with no issues. There ARE quite a few ham things--mostly homebrew gear--that I would not try to take through airline security these days. They are extremely suspicious of any thing that doesn't look commercial build quality, ie handbuilt don't know what this thing is kind of stuff! BTW, I had my little PAC-12 antenna in a checked suitcase, which got inspected by Homeland Security on both legs of the trip (as evidenced by the little paper calling card they leave inside the bag). On the return leg, the dim bulb inspector couldn't figure out how my TSA approved lock on the suitcase was supposed to unlatch, so he broke it and the latch on my suitcase getting it open! I thought it was unusual that they'd inspect it on both legs of the trip, until it dawned on me that the loading coils for the antenna are basically PVC pipe sections with wire wound around the outside, and metal caps on each end. Uh oh--pipe bomb!! Guess I'll carry a dipole or doublet next time! 73, Dave K7DAA http://www.k7daa.com On Apr 22, 2008, at 12:52 PM, Darwin, Keith wrote: Pack it in your shoe so they don't find it. What they don't know won't hurt 'em, right? ... :-) My guess is you'd be fine if it was checked. Do people carry MP3 players onboard? If they can bring that or a walkman, you'd think a similar sized ham rig would be OK. - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 711 - -Original Message- Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] OT W4RNL SK
Forwarding this to the Elecraft list, I know many of you will have known LB or at least his work. David G3UNA From the Antennex list: Folks: This is the saddest announcement we have had to make: It was discovered this morning that LB Cebik, W4RNL had passed away. He was a friend to us all and will leave behind a great void. His beloved wife, Jean passed several years before and he missed her greatly. He was my friend and associate for 10+ years and I shall always remember him for his warmth and kindness. A tribute to this kind and gentle giant shall appear in my column in the next issue of antenneX. Jack L. Stone, Publisher antenneX Online Magazine http://www.antennex.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Broadcast mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.antennex.com/mailman/listinfo/broadcast Unsubscribe, send to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] 1N5711 Diodes
I have just recently re-subscribed to the reflector. So I have no knowledge of what may have been said regarding the two reference diodes, D 16,D17 in the K2/100 and D1,D2 in the KAT100. After building and using my basic K2 back in 2000, I decided to upgrade to the K2/100 and the KAT100. I finished both of them about three weeks ago and was enjoying the two units. In the last two weeks though I have blown these diodes twice. Is this an isolated incident? Don...KA7L **Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp0030002851) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
At 04:09 PM 4/22/2008, Jeff Kinzli N6GQ wrote: I've traveled with my With my K2 qrp with SLA in a pelican case with antenna wires etc I went from Chicago to London to Cairo,then Cairo thru Stuttgart to Barcelona then a boat to Lisbon... and air back to London to Chicago Only at London Heathrow on the return trip did they want to see what the Xray could not go thru ( the sla)... they had me open it up in the baggage handling area At SU9FL, Greg hooked it to the Vertical on the roof and worked JA on 40 !!! ... used it in all the approved places including on the boat. bill ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Sidetone DB Measured
Just to eliminate some of the subjective opinions, I have measured the DB level with my sound level meter at a distance of 2 feet from my speaker. Note that for CW I always use the MFJ-281 ClearTone speaker. This speaker has a rather sharp resonance at 650hz and is the best cw speaker I've found over the past 44 years. I keep the speaker directly on the desktop with a solid background behind it. This position provides the cleanest and loudest tone. I tuned in WWV and adjusted the AF gain on the receiver for a comfortable level, 75 DB. I then pushed the mon button and adjusted the sidetone for exactly 75 DB. The sidetone level indication shows 18. Finally, I increased the sidetone level to maximum and read an ear splitting 91 DB on the level meter. I've always used QSK, even back in the tube days so I'm used to the band noise and wouldn't want to be without it however I believe it tends to make us want to increase the sidetone level a bit. The internal speaker on virtually any rig is horrible for CW so I never use them. Those speakers are there just so they can claim to have one. CW tones are directional. Aiming the sound straight up not a good way to copy CW. Using my Kenwood HS5 headphones, the sidetone seems about right when set at 30 which is where I usually have it set for the speaker too. The HS5 cans have an 8 ohm impedance and are quiet efficient at 650 hz. Wide band, hi-fi cans might require more sidetone drive to mask the unnecessary frequencies. 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] 1N5711 Diodes
Don, Those diodes sit (electrically) right near the antenna jack, and are thus exposed to strong static and lightning surges. If you operate when lightning is in the vicinity, they may become damaged. Of course, if you do not disconnect your antennas when not in use, you are almost certainly assured that sometime during the spring and summer seasons those diodes will be damaged. Also be aware that rain and snow induced static can pack quite a charge too, so it is best to disconnect the antennas when not in use no matter what the season - it protects not only your K2/100, but also you, your home and your family. If you do not wish to give care to the diodes, you could replace them with 1N4148 diodes which are a bit 'tougher' than the 1N5711s, but you will sacrifice some power control accuracy at low power and the 1N4148s are not as flat with respect to frequency as the 1N5711s so you might experience some bands where the indicated power and the actual power differ more than with the 1N5711s. 73, Don W3FPR [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have just recently re-subscribed to the reflector. So I have no knowledge of what may have been said regarding the two reference diodes, D 16,D17 in the K2/100 and D1,D2 in the KAT100. After building and using my basic K2 back in 2000, I decided to upgrade to the K2/100 and the KAT100. I finished both of them about three weeks ago and was enjoying the two units. In the last two weeks though I have blown these diodes twice. Is this an isolated incident? Don...KA7L ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT W4RNL SK
Sad news indeed. Every time I emailed him for advice his replies were well reasoned, to the point, accurate and prompt. My current 6 M antenna is a W4RNL design and the performance matches his predictions so well is scary. Someone who knows what he's talking about and is more than willing to share it with others is a rare individual indeed. Condolences to his friends and family. The list of ham friends and admirers is probably longer than he realized. --Lenny W2BVH David Cutter wrote: Forwarding this to the Elecraft list, I know many of you will have known LB or at least his work. David G3UNA From the Antennex list: Folks: This is the saddest announcement we have had to make: It was discovered this morning that LB Cebik, W4RNL had passed away. He was a friend to us all and will leave behind a great void. His beloved wife, Jean passed several years before and he missed her greatly. He was my friend and associate for 10+ years and I shall always remember him for his warmth and kindness. A tribute to this kind and gentle giant shall appear in my column in the next issue of antenneX. Jack L. Stone, Publisher antenneX Online Magazine http://www.antennex.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Broadcast mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.antennex.com/mailman/listinfo/broadcast Unsubscribe, send to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
Took a KX1 to Maui last October inside a carry-on camera case containing 2 paddles, 4 coils of antenna wire, 4 coils of ground-plane wire, batteries, and several other red-flag items guaranteed to make their day. As I walked through the screening arch I had license, manual, and invoice documents in hand ready to show TSA. The camera case and my body went through all their machines with no questions asked, both at St. Louis and at Los Angeles. The only suspicions I manage to raise was checking into ECN with a wire going into the tree above me while I sat on a chaise lounge mere feet from the ocean surf. A hotel security guard stopped his golf-cart, flashed me a big smile, and asked if he could help. I replied, Don't need any help but I'll bet you're curious as hell as to what I'm doing. He flashed another mahalo smile and yes, yup. A quick mention of the word ham radio brought his hand into the air with a dismissive good luck as he rapidly drove off. K9ZTV Blachura wrote: Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines
At 05:20 PM 4/22/2008, K9ZTV wrote: Took a KX1 to Maui last O The only suspicions I .. while in the Caribbean,, on a VERY big boat.. I had the k2's antenna sticking out on a extended tent pole from the room's balcony, the guy in the room next door asked if the fishing line dropping down three decks but not hitting the water had lost it's lure. ...e not exactly... bill ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 - CW Sidetone + KatieGram
Make sure the CONFIG shows 1 speaker if you only have one. That makes a big difference with the CW sidetone volume as does the specific type of speaker. Drake MS4 will drive you out of the room for sidetone volume. - Just received an email and a phone call from my favorite girl, they are ahead of shedule in Aptos, my order from Nov 14 was due to be shipped by Friday, they are doing it today. The guys that are on vacation could not want for more as they are relaxing before the Dayton press... ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Not OT! W4RNL SK
I learned a great deal from LB. I read his antenna notes for years before I ever asked him a question. He was very kind and helpful teaching me about the mathematics of antennas for my masters thesis. Then, later, I thanked him for his note on losing his spouse. It meant a great deal to me to find another person to share the pain of losing someone so close. I exchanged many emails with him on this subject because I had recently lost my wife. He was very kind once again. I will miss you very much LB. VY 73, Kevin. KD5ONS -Original Message- From: w2bvh [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Apr 22, 2008 6:18 PM To: David Cutter [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT W4RNL SK Sad news indeed. Every time I emailed him for advice his replies were well reasoned, to the point, accurate and prompt. My current 6 M antenna is a W4RNL design and the performance matches his predictions so well is scary. Someone who knows what he's talking about and is more than willing to share it with others is a rare individual indeed. Condolences to his friends and family. The list of ham friends and admirers is probably longer than he realized. --Lenny W2BVH David Cutter wrote: Forwarding this to the Elecraft list, I know many of you will have known LB or at least his work. David G3UNA From the Antennex list: Folks: This is the saddest announcement we have had to make: It was discovered this morning that LB Cebik, W4RNL had passed away. He was a friend to us all and will leave behind a great void. His beloved wife, Jean passed several years before and he missed her greatly. He was my friend and associate for 10+ years and I shall always remember him for his warmth and kindness. A tribute to this kind and gentle giant shall appear in my column in the next issue of antenneX. Jack L. Stone, Publisher antenneX Online Magazine http://www.antennex.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 - 1.8K Filter Available
I have been trying to E-mail you, but your hotmail.com address doesn't work. Knut - AB2TC Dave Agsten wrote: I need to make room for a different filter and decided I don't need the 1.8K. I noticed that many rigs are being shipped with that filter back ordered. If you'd like to get that filter before they are back in stock, please contact me off-list. 73, Dave N8AG Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3---1.8K-Filter-Available-tp16801381p16827263.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3: posted shipping schedule is waaaay off
According the posted schedule, by April 25th, they'll be shipping orders received up to Nov 14th. Well, I ordered my 2nd K3 on Nov 21 and I received my Katie-gram 18 minutes ago. Hey Aptos folks...NOW YOU'RE COOKIN! de Doug KR2Q ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K2 DATA port has been updated !!
Hi to all, I have updated my pictures about the DATA port I added on my Elecraft K2. I changed a few thing. First of all I used RG-174 coax for all wires I found that the audio was a little bit distort using regular flat ribbon cable. RJ-174 is very small and provide better isolation and grounding for DATA purpose. I used standard 600 Ohm audio transformer for audio isolation, but receive smaller one today... so my next version will take less space than actual pictures. So can see all these pictures at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/va2ss/ Good work !!! Best 73 J--F VA2SS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 filter selection
Hi, Looking to get 8 pole K3 filter for SSB contest work, to knock out close in stations, considering the 1.8MHz filter, maybe too narrow? Suggestions based on experience much appreciated. Chris VK2LCD K2#3666 K3 hopefully departing Australian Customs.soon. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] radios on airlines
Many times, carry one radios are swiped with a small pad that is then tested for whatever should not show up. Checked bags with radios are many times opened and checked. The bad news of this the re-packing of the radio is sometimes haphazard and not as good as you did. I am called on to fly with ham radio, video cameras, and laptop computer which should I check because they all can not go in carry-on? In Delhi, the bag guys stole the camera and computer but I was carrying the radio Delta Airlines who refused to replace anything. Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:09:29 -0700 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines CC: elecraft@mailman.qth.net I've traveled with my K3 and had it in my carryon luggage, they never even asked what it was. Now, my Begali paddle, that was another story. It's got a Palladium base and apparently the xray can't see through it or something. Anyhow, it took 3 agents to finally figure that one out and approve it. :) -Jeff N6GQ On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 12:48 PM, Blachura [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello Folks, Going on a trip and was wondering what kind of hassle I would get if I packed my KX1 in my baggage. Would it look like a bomb? Was thinking of putting a copy of my amatuer ticket on the box. But I bet no one there knows what a ham radio operator is. Is it worth the trouble? Don...w2xb -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/kx1-on-airlines-tp16825633p16825633.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3 filter selection
I like the 1.8 and have ordered it for my K3. I used a 1.8 on FT-Mark 5, FT-MP, IC-775, and IC-706 and found them useful in all cases. Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:31:08 +1000 Subject: [Elecraft] K3 filter selection Hi, Looking to get 8 pole K3 filter for SSB contest work, to knock out close in stations, considering the 1.8MHz filter, maybe too narrow? Suggestions based on experience much appreciated. Chris VK2LCD K2#3666 K3 hopefully departing Australian Customs.soon. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Re: kx1 on airlines
I travel with my KX1 in a small Pelican case on a regular basis. The radio has lithium batteries installed. The case includes the paddle, the banana plug adapter, antenna wire and headphones. I have a copy of my license stuffed in the back, between the colored liner and the clear outer case. I would *not* check mine, for fear that it wander off. I usually travel with a rat's nest of stuff in my backpack, and am rarely bothered. I *have* learned to use small zipper lock bags to keep the stuff separate for my own sanity! 73 de chris K6DBG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Yet another Katiegram
Received mine today, for my K3 kit ordered 11/20/2007. I'm having it held for pickup, to give me an excuse to see the new facility. They've moved since the last time I visited them to pick up some gear. No s/n notice yet, but they say 7-10 days for availability. 73, Bob N6WG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
