[Elecraft] Vox per mode - data/voice K3
Several posts on the reflector over the last few yeas regarding the ability to set VOX per-mode across Data and SSB voice. Is this still on the wish list and if so, what's keeping it from being implemented? There's a post from Wayne in 2009 saying it was on the list! Please make this a reality! TJ w0ea __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] New bug, popping on dah side
I hooked up a new bug (begali intrepid) and am noticing popping when keying dahs - I if I add a 4.7uF bypass across the key line it clears this up but it’ll sometimes make it so there’s no dits. I can’t figure this one out - is there something I need to do to make sure there’s no extra garbage when I’m keying? (Contacts are clean) Thanks. -- TJ Campie Sent with Airmail __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Macintosh version of Elecraft KX3 Utility
Doesn't that warning go away after the first launch of the software? I don't recall seeing it again after using the K3 software for the first time. 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy (but sometimes required!)* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] (no subject)
You do not need to run 250w on ft8 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] questions about using a sub-receiver
the You can consider the 2nd rx as a completely separate radio - unique filters, unique dsp, etc And yes, using the SUB function on the front panel, you can select diversity receive (2nd rx is on the same freq as your primary VFO, receiving with a different antenna) or normal SUB (2nd rx is on 2nd vfo frequency on different antenna). In both cases, the stereo effect is used to put VFO B in the opposite earphone from VFO A. 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy (but sometimes required!)* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KUSB cable needed
Sabrent USB 2.0 to Serial (9-Pin)... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006AA04K0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share This one works great with my k3 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] What antenna does the transverter interface use when the subrx Aux port is used for your Rx antenna?
I have an sdr play hooked up to the xvrt out and I'm curious what the source of the signals are when deceiving in diversity mode. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Subrx COR
Exactly how much signal is required to activate the subrx COR? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] WTB: KPA3A (K3 100w PA)
Looking for a PA to upgrade a K3/10. Show me what you got! 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy (but sometimes required!)* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Feeler: TS-590S trade for K3/100
Kind of an off topic request, but would anyone be remotely interested in a TS-590s plus cash trade for a pretty bare bones K3/100? 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy (but sometimes required!)* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Windows 10 Bug
Joe, what device do you use in the Microham? 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy (but sometimes required!)* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Windows 10 Bug
Joe, You are correct when the input device has been enumerated as a microphone input, which is the bug. Without clearing the bug forcing windows to enumerate it as a line in device, 100 on the slider is indeed adding gain. However after clearing the bug, it's now enumerated as a line in device and 100 on the slider is 0db, even if it reads +30 (the UI and dialogue box still thinks this is a microphone input device, this is part of the bug). This was verified by feeding a reference signal of a known level into the chip and obtaining a known output level, confirming 100 on the slider is indeed 0db of gain/attenuation AFTER clearing the bug. This behaviour is confirmed by TI themselves in this whitepaper: http://www.ti.com/lit/an/sbfa020/sbfa020.pdf If you have a signal generator I highly recommend feeding a reference level signal into a device using the chip and measuring the output yourself AFTER clearing the bug. Remember, you are correct that the slider value will add gain when it's been incorrectly enumerated as a microphone device. Measure a reference input signal AFTER clearing it. Hope that helps the confusion 73 TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K4?
Can we get one of these? http://imgur.com/2lnecGL 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy (but sometimes required!)* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KX3 for sale - $1,275 shipped US
I'm regrettably selling my one prized possession, KX3 #288. My KX3 was one of the first kits shipped during the production. The radio was built with all the available options: ATU, Battery Charger, Roofing filter, keyer paddle, and microphone. The 2m module is not yet available but it can be added to this radio when it is if you desire. The build of this actual radio was documented live on Ustream.com and that video is archived here (3 hours): http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/23127348 Some things to note about the pedigree of this particular radio: the fit and finish of the case has changed through the production of the radios and the early ones had less clearance around the speaker which can cause some vibrations at higher volumes. On my radio, I used a couple pieces of electrical tape to dampen that which worked fine but the radio will come with that tape intact, do not be surprised. Current radios also ship with a different VFO which offers a free spinning VFO whereas this radio has a much stiffer feel, which is great for portable ops. The current VFO is available from Elecraft for a small fee. Also, an additional filtering component was added to the BNC connector on recent radios which gave better performance on the VLF bands, and this radio does not have that either. Again, this can be purchased from Elecraft as well. As is, the radio has the same amazing performance as the current production radios. This radio has seen SOTA summits, park benches, cars, and all kinds of exciting operating locations. Still, it shows very little wear. There's a tiny ding on the display protector but its only noticeable in the right light. Other than that I don't know of any other defects. Operating performance is 10/10. I did have a bit of a mishap while mobile once and the mic cable got a bit melted in 2 places, but the insulation is intact and it does not affect the operation of the mic. The radio comes as pictured below including the following accessories: - Hand Mic - Keyer paddle (with original hardware and upgraded hardware as provided by Elecraft) with a nice little zip up case - 2x power cables with powerpole connectors (only one pictured) - 2x 1.5mm - 3.5mm stereo cables (I used one for the IQ output and the other as a keyline for a custom 100w amplifier which I will be selling separately) - Construction manual - Operating manual - Manual errata and bulletins, original battery retainer removed when the charger was installed - USB communications cable - Original box - BNC cover (not original equipment) - Lowepro Edit-150 backpack which fits the KX3 and accessories like it was made for it. The bag is $50 new. Here's a video of how the KX3 fits in there: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6elMOwmShto I don't know what else to say. The radio has treated me so well, it is a real shame to see it go, but my operating habits are changing and the ergonomics of this radio just don't fit my operating style anymore. I'm certain it will provide tons of great contacts and experiences to its next owner. For more videos of the radio in action, please check out these: - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0Dl2ys3J3g - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2ORAqLABgA The price for a brand new radio today with these options is $1,465. *I am asking $1275, including shipping and paypal fees. $55 for the stand (see below). If you wish to pay by postal money order, the price is reduced by $15. * If you have any questions about the radio, do not hesitate to email: tom.cam...@gmail.com. Phone calls also accepted at 402.522.6743. Here's some pictures: [image: Click image for larger version. Name: DK9Qsl7.jpg Views: 113 Size: 681.3 KB ID: 169766]http://forums.qrz.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=169766d=1392509565 [image: Click image for larger version. Name: dw97FT6.jpg Views: 90 Size: 777.7 KB ID: 169767]http://forums.qrz.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=169767d=1392509613 [image: Click image for larger version. Name: goLzaqC.jpg Views: 93 Size: 953.1 KB ID: 169768]http://forums.qrz.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=169768d=1392509645 Finally, I have a beautiful custom made solid oak stand, built by NM0S, which (if purchased) would be shipped separately. This is available for $55 shipped. [image: Click image for larger version. Name: IMG_20121002_180549.jpg Views: 125 Size: 289.2 KB ID: 169769]http://forums.qrz.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=169769d=1392509759 [image: Click image for larger version. Name: IMG_20121002_180711.jpg Views: 113 Size: 277.0 KB ID: 169770]http://forums.qrz.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=169770d=1392509782 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 Elecraft KX3 SN 288 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:
[Elecraft] KX3 #288 for sale
I'm regrettably selling my one prized possession, KX3 #288. My KX3 was one of the first kits shipped during the production. The radio was built with all the available options: ATU, Battery Charger, Roofing filter, keyer paddle, and microphone. The 2m module is not yet available but it can be added to this radio when it is if you desire. The build of this actual radio was documented live on Ustream.com and that video is archived here (3 hours): http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/23127348 Some things to note about the pedigree of this particular radio: the fit and finish of the case has changed through the production of the radios and the early ones had less clearance around the speaker which can cause some vibrations at higher volumes. On my radio, I used a couple pieces of electrical tape to dampen that which worked fine but the radio will come with that tape intact, do not be surprised. Current radios also ship with a different VFO which offers a free spinning VFO whereas this radio has a much stiffer feel, which is great for portable ops. The current VFO is available from Elecraft for a small fee. Also, an additional filtering component was added to the BNC connector on recent radios which gave better performance on the VLF bands, and this radio does not have that either. Again, this can be purchased from Elecraft as well. As is, the radio has the same amazing performance as the current production radios. This radio has seen SOTA summits, park benches, cars, and all kinds of exciting operating locations. Still, it shows very little wear. There's a tiny ding on the display protector but its only noticeable in the right light. Other than that I don't know of any other defects. Operating performance is 10/10. I did have a bit of a mishap while mobile once and the mic cable got a bit melted in 2 places, but the insulation is intact and it does not affect the operation of the mic. The radio comes as pictured below including the following accessories: - Hand Mic - Keyer paddle (with original hardware and upgraded hardware as provided by Elecraft) with a nice little zip up case - 2x power cables with powerpole connectors (only one pictured) - 2x 1.5mm - 3.5mm stereo cables (I used one for the IQ output and the other as a keyline for a custom 100w amplifier which I will be selling separately) - Construction manual - Operating manual - Manual errata and bulletins, original battery retainer removed when the charger was installed - USB communications cable - Original box - BNC cover (not original equipment) - Lowepro Edit-150 backpack which fits the KX3 and accessories like it was made for it. The bag is $50 new. Here's a video of how the KX3 fits in there: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6elMOwmShto I don't know what else to say. The radio has treated me so well, it is a real shame to see it go, but my operating habits are changing and the ergonomics of this radio just don't fit my operating style anymore. I'm certain it will provide tons of great contacts and experiences to its next owner. For more videos of the radio in action, please check out these: - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0Dl2ys3J3g - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2ORAqLABgA The price for a brand new radio today with these options is $1,465. *I am asking $1275, including shipping and paypal fees. $55 for the stand (see below). If you wish to pay by postal money order, the price is reduced by $15. * If you have any questions about the radio, do not hesitate to email: tom.cam...@gmail.com. Phone calls also accepted at 402.522.6743. Finally, I have a beautiful custom made solid oak stand, built by NM0S, which (if purchased) would be shipped separately. This is available for $55 shipped Photos available on the QRZ listing: http://forums.qrz.com/showthread.php?425021-Elecraft-KX3-Transceiver-w-Accessorieshighlight=kx3 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 Elecraft KX3 SN 288 http://W0EA.us *Because QRO is too easy* __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] How to set up DSP Radio on Mac OS X with your KX3
I made a quick video (8 min) on how to set up and use DSP Radio on a Mac with your KX3. View it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPFJ-RBYN-gfeature=youtube_gdata_player 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 CW Ops #953 SKCC #4593T Elecraft KX3 SN 288 Skill transcends power! __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 Build video
Everyone - thank you for watching my KX3 build! It was fun to have everyone along for the ride. Unfortunately it won't let me put it on youtube since it is 3 hours long, but the video is viewable on ustreams website: http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/23127348 Keep an eye out for more! 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 CW Ops #953 SKCC #4593T Elecraft KX3 SN 288 Skill transcends power! __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Just received my invoice 6/4 to 6/13
Got mine! Shipping 6/4 to 6/13 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 | CW Ops #953 | SKCC #4593T NAQCC #3768 | Flying Pigs QRP #2254 Elecraft KX3 SN? Because QRO is too easy __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3 Kit #80 looking for QSOs
So now you have 2 SNs on your KX3? Confusing! Assume you didn't have any show stoppers either? Looking good for 11th launch then! 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 CW Ops #953 SKCC #4593T Elecraft KX3 SN? Skill transcends power! On May 6, 2012, at 5:46 PM, Jeff Kinzli N6GQ wrote: Hey all, KX3 (Kit) #80 is on the air. Looking for some QSOs to help me get familiar with the radio. I'm at 14044 now, and could jump up to SSB - I'd like to get the mic gain, etc set nicely, so on the air reports would be helpful. It was a blast to assemble - and even more fun to operate :) 73 de N6GQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KX3/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KX3/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: kx3-dig...@yahoogroups.com kx3-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: kx3-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3 Kit #80 looking for QSOs
Ah got confused, thought you were W6GQ who already has a Factory Built one! 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 CW Ops #953 SKCC #4593T Elecraft KX3 SN? Skill transcends power! On May 6, 2012, at 5:54 PM, Jeff Kinzli N6GQ wrote: 2 S/Ns? Not sure what you mean... No real issues on assembly - except my huge fingers made the tiny parts sometimes a challenge to put together. The Elecraft crew was great in helping me, a joy to work with. A blast to operate! 73 de N6GQ On Sun, May 6, 2012 at 3:50 PM, TJ Campie tom.cam...@gmail.com wrote: So now you have 2 SNs on your KX3? Confusing! Assume you didn't have any show stoppers either? Looking good for 11th launch then! 73, W0EA TJ QRP ARCI #14612 CW Ops #953 SKCC #4593T Elecraft KX3 SN? Skill transcends power! On May 6, 2012, at 5:46 PM, Jeff Kinzli N6GQ wrote: Hey all, KX3 (Kit) #80 is on the air. Looking for some QSOs to help me get familiar with the radio. I'm at 14044 now, and could jump up to SSB - I'd like to get the mic gain, etc set nicely, so on the air reports would be helpful. It was a blast to assemble - and even more fun to operate :) 73 de N6GQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KX3/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KX3/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: kx3-dig...@yahoogroups.com kx3-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: kx3-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ __._,_.___ Your email settings: Individual Email|Traditional Change settings via the Web (Yahoo! ID required) Change settings via email: Switch delivery to Daily Digest | Switch to Fully Featured Visit Your Group | Yahoo! Groups Terms of Use | Unsubscribe __,_._,___ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KX-3 Serial Numbers To Date ...
Remember folks, there's a spreadsheet tracking the orders. If you put in your information, you can help others and yourself find out where you stand in the stack. As of today, there's been 23 factory build units delivered with 15 in transit or ready to ship. That is only the first 34 minutes of orders and doesn't count a single kit since none have shipped. http://goo.gl/hqRqD TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Reminder: KX3 Tracking sheet - Deliveries this week
Folks, I just wanted to remind you all that as your orders arrive on your doorstep, please email me or to the list of your SN and other information so I can update the delivered orders tab. That way we can guess what our SN will be (if that matters to anybody). Of course, if you have not already added your information to the order tab, please do consider doing so. You may do so anonymously if desired. Thanks to everybody who has participated already. I think we have a good sample of orders throughout the first couple days so we should be able to track each shipment unit pretty easily! And as always, those receiving their rigs this week, feel free to post tons of photos and videos! :P 73 have a nice week TJ W0EA KX3 Tracking Sheet: http://goo.gl/s2hgu __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Reminder: KX3 Tracking sheet - Deliveries this week
I posted the wrong link (anybody up for a cruise? :P) Here is the correct link to the tracking sheet: http://goo.gl/hqRqD TJ W0EA On Mon, Apr 9, 2012 at 8:20 AM, TJ Campie tom.cam...@gmail.com wrote: Folks, I just wanted to remind you all that as your orders arrive on your doorstep, please email me or to the list of your SN and other information so I can update the delivered orders tab. That way we can guess what our SN will be (if that matters to anybody). Of course, if you have not already added your information to the order tab, please do consider doing so. You may do so anonymously if desired. Thanks to everybody who has participated already. I think we have a good sample of orders throughout the first couple days so we should be able to track each shipment unit pretty easily! And as always, those receiving their rigs this week, feel free to post tons of photos and videos! :P 73 have a nice week TJ W0EA KX3 Tracking Sheet: http://goo.gl/s2hgu __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 with 2m add on - RefCal?
I installed the 2m module + the 2m Reference option last night and I was confused about the XV1 OF config. I went and got the Ref Cal value and did the math in the manual and for both sections of 2m, it came out to -0.047 and -0.049. Does that sound right? Did I do it correctly? Thanks, 73 TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 with 2m add on - RefCal?
Bruce- I tried to hit '0' but nothing happened, it just said N/A. I have the latest firmware on the K3. I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. I have no idea why it wont work like it says it should. This part of the manual was very confusing. TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 with 2m add on - RefCal?
Ah, I did not notice they were Beta. I will try that. I am sure I don't have the Beta versions. Thanks Bruce. TJ W0EA On Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 8:27 AM, TJ Campie tom.cam...@gmail.com wrote: Bruce- I tried to hit '0' but nothing happened, it just said N/A. I have the latest firmware on the K3. I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. I have no idea why it wont work like it says it should. This part of the manual was very confusing. TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] FS: K2/10 $750
It has finally come time to list my beloved K2. It has served me well. My K2 is a SN 4000+ model. It was built by Dale Parfit, W4OP. It has the KAT2 ATU (built by me) and the KSB2 Sideband module (built by me). I will also include the Icom hand mic that the rig is configured for. It also has the FT100 knob and will include the original knob if it is wanted by the buyer. I added an internal balun to the antenna 2 input which allows very easy plug and play for balanced antennas. It can be configured to be 1:1 just by moving the input wires and re-soldering. I'll include a bit of write up on how that should look. It can be removed if desired. I have pictures of the mod for those interested. I also installed some nice flip up feet on the front that are lower than the provided bail, they are just removed by unscrewing them. I will include the factory bail as well. In the sense of full disclosure, when assembling the SSB module, I did run into a problem, I installed the wrong connector on the module (same sex as the one on the board) and had to remove the one on the main board of the K2 which was very difficult and the board now is a bit darker in those areas. Electrically the board is fine and the SSB module works great, Elecraft uses very high quality PCBs so there should be no problems. Just looks a bit wonky. I am asking $750 which includes shipping and insurance to the US. International folks can inquire for actual shipping costs. Price includes: the radio, manual, original knob, FT100 knob, original tilt bail, flip up feet, internal balun, power cable (with power poles), Icom hand mic, internal test probe. Does not include the RF probe that came with the kit. I think that covers it. Thanks for looking. 73. TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Re: How close ???
THOSE BLASTED FIELD TESTERS In reality, the day to take orders is fairly meaningless... none of us are going to get our new little toys until February anyway. That is going to be the hardest part... TJ W0EA On Sun, Dec 11, 2011 at 4:42 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: kb3...@msn.com wrote: Seems like all questions on the KX3 get an answer pretty quick from the inventors except the when question. Maybe testing is a little behind, maybe parts are not available, maybe manufacturing is taking longer to gear up than expecpted Hi Curron, As usual with a complex product release it's a bit of all of the above. Last month, we gave early field-test units to several very picky operators who've been scrutinizing every detail on behalf of future customers. Several opportunities for improvement have come out of this, and it's critical that we get such changes in now, rather than impose field-upgrades later. I already mentioned the change to the internal battery; the battery holders will now be included, even if you don't purchase the charger module. Our testers also just convinced us to switch to a much nicer (but more expensive) optical shaft encoder for VFO A. These and other last-minute tweaks necessitated layout changes to both of the main PC boards. Since costs also went up, we've been working with vendors to get better pricing on other parts, where possible, so we can hold the line on the retail price. My seven year-old, Griffin, may be the most impatient future KX3 user of all. He's got his own corner at my workbench where he tests batteries, rigs up improbable assemblies of scrapped parts, and makes sure I'm working instead of playing my guitar. When? is his favorite question, and he'll be the first to know. We're still hoping to take orders in December. Wayne N6KR Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KX3/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KX3/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: kx3-dig...@yahoogroups.com kx3-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: kx3-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] New K3 built - can I reset the 5w calibration?
Well in light that I cannot get 4w requested power on the K3 to reach 40v p-p, I'll try to do a full system reset and redo all of the calibration procedures. How do I access the reset command? TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] New K3 built - can I reset the 5w calibration?
I finished building a K3 for the radio club at work and I thought I'd take the bull by the horns and attempt to improve the factory setting for the 5w calibration on the 100w Bird watt meter I had. I couldn't get it to go up the the point that looked like 5w on the meter regardless of how much I turned the knob on the K3. The setting ended up at 10 (the minimum) but I think it must have been more correct from the factory. I *think* it was up at about 37 but I don't remember - is there a way to reset it to the factory setting? I don't have access to a 5w accuracy meter. Otherwise, the build went great and was a blast :) TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] OT: K2 Manual cover falling off
so I've been using my K2 manual a LOT lately and the cover is starting to fall off - the holes are tearing out. Anybody know of a good way to protect it from falling off completely? TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] bug debouncing on K2
I am using a bug with my K2 and the auto detect is not working very well. I already added a cap to the 2 diodes but it doesn't seem to do the job. Any suggestions? I'm getting lots of extra dits and half-dits if I use the hand mode and it will get stuck di-dah-di-dah'ing if I use the auto detect. TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] PLL upgrade
So quite a while back, I posted on this reflector about a problem I was having with my K2 changing apparent frequency (not displayed) drastically based on squeezing the case. It seemed as if the BFO was moving but I eventually got it to settle down and I was just more careful. Today I decided I would dig more into the situation because I was tired of the thing swinging all over every time I moved the radio, which is fairly often as I do go portable somewhat often. I hooked up the Freq counter to TP2 (BFO) and squeezed here and there and got the radio to behave as before but I did not notice the frequency shifting at all. The issue was not in the BFO as first thought. I looked some more and hooked up to TP1 (VFO) and saw right away what was happening. The VFO would shift by up to 10k every time I squeezed the case and eventually settle back where it was previously. With the lid off, I looked around and poked and prodded until I noticed that touching the PLL upgrade board caused the mystery behavior. I did not see anything odd on the board but I wiggled it a bit and moved it further away from the nearby IC and it finally stayed stable. I re-assembled the radio and could not get the mystery behavior to return. I have squashed the beast! Anyway, I wonder if any others have had this problem. Hopefully this will help as I have searched but found no other references to this issue. 73, W0EA -- TJ Campie __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KSB2 screw up
So I accidentally skipped the first page of instructions then found that I had some parts left over at the end of construction and I was missing the header P1 or whatever, so I grabbed the connector and soldered it inonly to find that the previous owner of my K2 had already put the female connector on the main board of the K2, and I had just accidentally installed the female connector on the KSB2 board. Great. Long story short, I ripped out the female connector on the main board as it was much easier to access but it was a huge to get the male header into the holes. It isn't quite seated all the way but it is stable and straight and seems to work OK with the module installed. Question is: how would one actually go about removing one of these headers correctly (I guess I already know the answer: desoldering station) Already have 1 5w SSB qso down with one of the RT 66 stations and sent 1 wspr tx this morning and was spotted several places on the East coast. It works! :D TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KSB2 with HM-7 mic question
Thought of something else I ran into last night - I did not have any 820 Ohm resistors to install on the config connector when wiring up for my Icom HM-7 microphone so I used a 1.1k - what are the effects of using a larger value? Should I try to find/make an 820 Ohm resistor or does it matter? TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KSB2 being procured
I am in the process of procuring a KSB2 - thank you for the offers. TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] WTB: KSB2
I'm interested in buying a K2 Sideband module, KSB2 - preferably still in kit form. Paypal required, just got a bonus gift card from work :) TJ W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] WTB: still looking for an FT-100 knob for my K2
Still looking for an FT-100 knob for my K2 - anybody have an extra one on hand? Also would accept others that are known to work... de W0EA, TJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KSB2 build time?
How long do you think it should take to complete a KSB2 including tuning and such? I plan on getting one at Dayton and would like to have it done in 3 or 4 evenings so I can use it when I do a SOTA activation over memorial day weekend. (which I leave for Thursday night) So figure 4 hours a night? I looked through the manual, it doesnt look like it'd take more than a few hours to assemble. TJ - W0EA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Weird K2 tuning thing (hand capacitance)
Something seems weird with my K2 - when I put my hand near the front left of the face the frequency of signals on the band swing around wildly (sometimes I can get the signal to go outside of a 500 hz passband). Sometimes it settles back down to where it was before but sometimes not. It also happens if I push on the top of the cover on the top left too. I'm not sure if its a shielding issue or what but I took the cover off and stuck my hand in that corner and could not get it to act up until I put the cover back on. I couldn't find anything in the manual about this type of behavior so hopefully somebody on the list knows of a way to fix this as it is getting a bit annoying. Thanks! 73 de W0EA TJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Weird K2 tuning thing (hand capacitance)
Thanks Don - I did not build my K2 but I checked L33 and it looks good. It seems the problem is more prominent when I push on the top cover anyway, which makes me think that L33 isn't the problem. Are there any specific components in the front left of the RF board I should look for specifically for bad solder joints? -- TJ Campie, w0ea On Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 7:16 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: TJ, That is indeed weird behavior for the K2. I would suspect a solder connection problem somewhere inside the K2. If not a solder problem -- Did you flush cut the leads below the BFO inductor L33? If not, the toroid may be sitting too high and contacting the bottom cover. And did you put tape on the bottom cover where L33 is located to assure that the toroid cannot make contact with the bottom cover? 73, Don W3FPR On 5/4/2011 7:50 PM, TJ Campie wrote: Something seems weird with my K2 - when I put my hand near the front left of the face the frequency of signals on the band swing around wildly (sometimes I can get the signal to go outside of a 500 hz passband). Sometimes it settles back down to where it was before but sometimes not. It also happens if I push on the top of the cover on the top left too. I'm not sure if its a shielding issue or what but I took the cover off and stuck my hand in that corner and could not get it to act up until I put the cover back on. I couldn't find anything in the manual about this type of behavior so hopefully somebody on the list knows of a way to fix this as it is getting a bit annoying. Thanks! 73 de W0EA TJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] FT-100 Knob?
Just got off the phone with Yaesu and they're out of stock on FT-100 knobs and rings. She said I'd have to special order with a lead time of 4-6 weeks. Does anybody on the list have one they'd like to part with? Thanks. 73 de W0EA TJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
