Re: [Elecraft] Morse *TEST* code elimination
On Sat, 16 Dec 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: How soon will it be before we see rigs that have no provision to use CW? Where ya been for the past 40 years? Oh sorry...I should have said When will we see rigs that are contructed to make it impossible to send CW? One of the reasons I bought a K2 was that it was a serious rig designed as a CW transceiver with SSB as an add-on, not the other way around. That's pretty much how I viewed it... 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Morse code elimination
On Fri, 15 Dec 2006, Tim wrote: Oh boy, here we go. Let the hand wringing and whining begin! Maybe notfolks may be too busy saving up their money to buy a Pactor modem. Wonder if the prices of paddles and keys will now escalate? How soon will it be before we see rigs that have no provision to use CW? The Brave New World awaits! 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] K2 keeps on keepin' on
On Wed, 6 Dec 2006, Lloyd Lachow wrote: But, then came K2 #4442. Now my unbuilt kits are tending to stay that way, and all I ever do is operate - working DX, contests, chatting, etc. - with zero motivation to move on, radio-wise. What's to become of me? Perhaps turn into a professional dancer? Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Com port problem
On Sun, 3 Dec 2006, Bill Steffey NY9H wrote: i've been successful with used usb to serial edgeports very expensive new but very inexpensive on the baysite\ Some brand names might be of help. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Elecraft CW Net news
On Sun, 12 Nov 2006, Kevin Rock wrote: Hi folks, The power just went out. The forty meter net will be run from batteries at a lower power. Ain't it amazing.and you didn't need any courses and/or federal funds to make it happen. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] GellCell Charging with bulb
Realizing certain pitfalls, can someone tell me what typle of bulb I can put in series between a dc source and a 7 ah gell cell to maintain a charge on it...I have more gell cells than proper chargers, and my thought was to get them up to full charge with a real charger and then use the series bulb to maintain the charge. Thanks 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: 50 years
On Tue, 31 Oct 2006, John Harper wrote: This might be helpful: http://www.geocities.com/w3hf/callbooks4.html Steve(w3hf) was kind enough to look me up in the 1959 callbookso I guess I have a few years before I can join the ranks of the OTs. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: Indoor antenna for KX1...
Yup, that was me. I used #26 enamel wire to form a complete loop around the ceiling molding. The best configuration was with the loop shorted and a single wire running down the corner of the room to the radio. You'll also need a ground counterpoise wire -- I used about 16' of wire laid around the edge of the walls, at the baseboard. Everything is held in place with push-pins, which I color-matched to the paint in the room. Am I guessing correctly that a similar arrangement would work with the K2? What were the room dimensions, or are they not that critical? thanks 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: FCC omnibus RO
On Wed, 11 Oct 2006, Rob Locher W7GH wrote: Is there any way to tell if this has actually been released, and is not just a draft copy? I don't see any mention of it anywhere else on the FCC's site, or on any other site for that matter. I believe it's mentioned on the American Radio Relay League Site 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: [QRP-L] CW Fans- check it out!
On Thu, 21 Sep 2006, Bob Nelson wrote: Yes, we have seen it enough times already! This sure looks like attempted commercialization of the QRP-L group to me. Let's see, Elecraft is commercial and appeals to QRP groups, and we don't complain about that...since we perceive what they offer is of value. From time to time threre are threads about stores that sell to hams, or stores that sell supplies to hams, and not only do we not complain about that, we bemoan the fact that are less outlets that pander to us. We even promote businesses that commercialize QRP by extolling their virtues, psoting their phone numbers and web site addresses. Time to let him know we don't appreciate his obvious attempts to sell T-shirts. From my perspective, the annoying part is that like so many online marketers, the sales pitch is disguised as informational. A very effective way to show your displeasure is to NOT buy the tee shirts. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Hearing CW - Fundamental Keying Waveform?
On Tue, 19 Sep 2006, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: Y'know there was actually a time when a fellow could tune across a band, especially 80 or 40, and immediately recognize various stations by the keying characteristic of their rig and their fists on a mechanical key. Different stations had distinctively different voices. By comparison, listening on the ham bands today is rather like attending a party where everyone speaks with an identical artificial computer-produced voice G THere was a time when you could find a neighborhood bakery...and in large cities, you could find ethnic neighborhoods with their own bakeries, groceries, and churches. There was also a time when you could find solid wood furnature that was affordableor restaurants that didn't buy pre-cooked meals from a vendor. With all the improvements in today's world, we seem to have lost a lot of the personality and flavor of many things. I'm happy to be able to remember recognizing a station by the sound of the cw note and the fist of the operator I'm tempted to jot down Hal as the name of many guys I work...the same note, the same fist. Perhaps it's time to add some more items to http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/qrpretro.html 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: Drake R8
On Sun, 17 Sep 2006, Gil Stacy wrote: Anyone with an R8, please contact me offline. I have a question regarding operation.. You might try the drakelist web forum at www.zerobeat.net/drakelist/phpBB2/ If no help there, you could join the drake mailing list, see www.zerobeat.net/drakelist/ for information. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: ROHS Compliant/Lead Solder
On Wed, 6 Sep 2006, Dave Sergeant wrote: Much as I detest lead free solder myself with all its problems and that it is going to do absolutely nothing to reduce lead pollution, that is how the directive at present stands. Those who use leaded solder are breaking the directive by compromising the ROHS compliance of the product. Perhaps the next step will be for your ROHS compliant office to combine forces with the receiver sniffers that ferret out unlicensed radio receivers... I can envision a task force descending upon some unfortunate hamtesting his newly built K2, radiating not only unlicensed receiver signals, but the evil lead molecules from some Kester solder. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: R: [Elecraft] ROHS COMPLIANT?
On Mon, 4 Sep 2006, paolo gramigna wrote: What does it matters to the ROHS? Well, consider that in your car there are probably 30 grams of lead due to the Pcboards in your car stereo, and maybe 20 kilos of lead due to the battery. And if you buy an hybrid car, then you will have maybe 200 kilos of lead, cadmium, and what else you name in heavy metals; but thanks to the ROHS you will have been spared the 30 grams in your stereo Does that make sense? No, but IMO, most governmental actions to make things better are like an intestinal virus...there is much tumult, lots of output, minimal enjoyment and the notion that you're taken one step forward and three steps back. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] DMM Recommendation
On Sun, 3 Sep 2006, John Young wrote: Each fills a need. In the case of the Harbor Freight it is almost cheaper to buy a new meter than replace the 9v battery. When you blow up a cheap meter you can just pull out a spare and get back to work. Kinda like watches 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] wherefore art thou, K3?
On Mon, 28 Aug 2006, Fred (FL) wrote: I feel, all Elecraft needs to consider - is creating a 2007 version of the K2, updated with 2006 technology, 2006 microelectronics, better display, and a few bells and whistles to play with. It's very interesting to hear all the second guessing of the Elecraft folks hereone might make the assumption that without the K3 Elecraft will dry up and blow away in the winds. Another viewpoint might be that Eric and Wayne looked long and hard at the Amateur Radio market and produced a superior product that is well accepted, and if judged by price is quite a value, or if judged by quality is quite a value, or if judged by the ability for the owner to repair the unit is quite a value. Other benefits such as building your own rig, having something that is sub-sub-sub battleship size, easily used in portable and emergency situations seem to appeal to many. But what do I know, simple appliance operator that I am, and not with unlimited funds to purchase the latest(but not always greatest) technology with large knobs, multi-colored displays and bands from DC to light, including a general coverage receiver, TV monitor, radar detector and security system. I'm glad that Elecraft didn't design and produce a rig that I could never afford! 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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 - Virus? Problem with list server? Who is Keith Grosse?
On Mon, 28 Aug 2006, Darwin, Keith wrote: The last 2 messages I sent to the list made it, but I also got a funny bounce message. --- Sorry. Your message could not be delivered to: Keith Gosse (Mailbox or Conference is full.) Anyone else seeing this? Do I have a virus? Are you Keith Goose? I am getting the same thing Problem should go away once he clears his mail box... ___ 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] New K-2 #5529 - Happy Story!
On Sun, 20 Aug 2006, Jimmy Walker wrote: I have always enjoyed those messages here on the reflector announcing K-2 Serial No. X is on the air. I always wanted to make that announcement. Now's my turn. K-2 Serial No. 5529 is on the air! Congratulations.stop in at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/k2data.html and add yours to the Elecraft Owners Database! 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Ordered my K2!
On Tue, 15 Aug 2006, Bill Carpenter wrote: I just ordered the K2, KPA100, KSB2, K160RX, and K60XV. The most complicated project I've built heretofore was a Ten Tec 1340 so wish me luck as I delve into (gulp!) this project! Best of luck.when you've finished it...log onto http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/k2data.html You can add your K2 to the database. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Ordered my K2!
On Tue, 15 Aug 2006, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: Fortunately, building a K2 doesn't involve heavy lifting. Just do it one step at a time. Elecraft even sends you the parts ready to install. No chipping, cutting or dressing blocks. To say nothing of the fact that you are not buried inside the unit when it's finished. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] RTTY with K2
On Thu, 10 Aug 2006, Richard haendel wrote: I do not want to feed audio into the mike connector for AFSK. It seems that there is more RTTY distortion and difficulty in lining up the transmit carrier with the incoming receive RTTY signal that way. Did you actually measure the distortion? Back in the neolithic Drake Twins/TR7 days, a lot of us used afsk with no problemsunless ya were trying to stuff a gazillion watts of audio into the mic jack. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Straight Key on my K2
On Wed, 2 Aug 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: devil's advocate mode = OFF Of course we have a big advantage - the folks in Aptos don't just produce Elecraft rigs, they *use* them! And, they obviously listen to their customer base...since we use them too. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] KB3NNP Interview
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, EricJ wrote: With your help, she must be getting real close to 15 minutes on the Fame-o-Meter by now. Remind me. She invented Morse Code or she accidentally discovered she is somehow related to the inventor? I think she was involved in the If you complain about posts in reference to this you will be placed in the Spam foldera very powerful censorship method. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Looking for Web Sites
On Thu, 27 Jul 2006, Ron Polityka wrote: Hello, I am working on updating the EPA QRP Club Web site. If you have a QRP related web site of your own, please send me the link. Over a hundred folks have added their sites to the QRP Web Ringyou can view it and add your site at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrpwebring/index.html The ring has an internal search engine and a counter. When you sign up, you're sent a small section of html code that needs to be installed on your page. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] plexiglass
On Sat, 8 Jul 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sat, 08 Jul 2006 05:30:16 -0500 John R. Lonigro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: John: It would be nice, but acrylic doesn't make a very good RF shield! Ah... what we need is transparent aluminum. But, of course we don't have such a thing. at least. not officially I always thought that was the material used to make the helmets that folks wear to protect themselves against the rays. The real trick would be to produce one way transparent aluminum, and use it in goggles that would sheild one from mal ochio, yet allowing the user to see well enough to conduct business. I will speak to some of the older and wiser men at the Bocce court and attempt to find a source. clandestinely yours, Scotty, aka N5IB Yours in the spirit of frictionless transactions, I, and my family, remain at your service. Thom K3HRN ___ 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] Another KX1 is on the air
On Fri, 30 Jun 2006, Lou Laderman wrote: KX1 s/n 1517 with a KXAT1, my first kit in many years, was built over several evenings and days a few hours at a time. I even rolled my own toroids. Worked like a champ the first time! I'm hooked! Congratulations! You might want to add it to the Elecraft Online Database at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/k2data.html 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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]linux and elecraft
Quick...before Wayne or Eric declare that this thread is over and we keep on posting about it: Continue your sparing at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=15 Vent your spleen! Register for the forum and you'll get a notice when someone challenges your assertion that the OS is the one true OS because it is , and does not require 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Useful DMM/Cap/Transistor Meters
On Thu, 1 Jun 2006, Alexandra Carter wrote: Thanks, I was wondering. Seems my missive against PayPal was disappeared The one that started off with OK people. Listen up and listen up good The one that appeared just before the thread was closed by the moderator? Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Way OT - eBay - HELP
On Wed, 31 May 2006, Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy wrote: Sorry about this OT. I keep getting nasty messages from ebay and ebay customers saying that I have not paid for this or that. I have NEVER used ebay nor have an account with them, and since none of my neighbours do either my question is 'How does one contact a HUMAN at ebay?' All my messages to them seem to go into some Computer Black Hole. Most likely the messages aren't from ebay, but from someone attempting to get you to fill in some form with your account information(of course, you have no account). Best course of action is to simply delete the messagesor you can forward them, making sure that the message headers show, to [EMAIL PROTECTED] It's my understanding that ebay and paypal pursue folks who do this type of thing. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Way OT - eBay - HELP
On Wed, 31 May 2006, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: The links are easy to forge. Clicking on the blue link that says www.paypal.com may well send you to www.gotcha-sucker.com or some such place. Of course, the site will say it's what you think it should be and it'll look exactly like the real thing, including all the graphics, page layout, etc., but it isn't the real thing. Eudora warns you that the link ain't that it says it isand conveniently shows you the real url. That's one of the reasons ebay and payapl ask for the message to be forarded in its original form...so they can see the bogus url. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] K2 FOR SALE
On Tue, 30 May 2006, BILL COCHRAN wrote: Well, my luck has run out and I thought I could finish the K2. Everything was fine, until I couldn't hold onto the soldering iron anymore. Bill, that is no reason NOT to have a K2. I have a condition that prevents me from building, but through the good offices of Alan - W1HYV, who is on this list, I have a K2 that Alan built for me. Do I feel bad that I couldn't build it? Yes. Do I feed bad that I had someone else build it because I couldn't? No. There are LOTs of folks on the list and listed at the Elecraft site that will build the Elecraft kits for those that can't...and some of them don't charge, because they enjoy building and do a service for those that can not build. I would hope that by now you've gotten email from builders who can helpand if you haven't, askyou will get your K2 built. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: tube amplifiers and polyproplene capacitors
On Fri, 26 May 2006, Dale Putnam wrote: Circuit City really doesn't like that. Never shop in a box store and display any tehnical know-howit scares them. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] New Elecraft Products
On Wed, 24 May 2006, Toby Deinhardt wrote: But Bill... BUT PLEASE don't make it like the form factor of the TITANTIC Y brand product line. ...don't you know,m that real radios have to weigh at least twice as much as the OP... hi hi And at the very least require that they be mounted in a 3 foot relay rack with super-sized casters. My present to myself when I passed my general a 1000 years ago was a tranmitter that had an 813 final and plate modulationit was in one of those racks. Brought it homeunloaded it from the truck and my father made me go buy two of the adjustable foundation jacks and a steel beam before he would let me put in in the house. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] QRO/QRExpensive?
On Tue, 23 May 2006, Ken Alexander wrote: Same here. At those prices the amps are completely out of reach. I understand the amps are of modular construction. I wonder if Elecraft would consider selling each module separately? That way you could buy and build one when you can save the money, then buy another one when the next payday comes around. Maybe the Elecraft LayAway Shop.or a Christmas Club? How about automatic wire transfers/deductions from your paycheck? It might take a year or longer to acquire one that way, but short of winning the lottery it's the only way it's going to happen. Let's see with taxes going up 300 percent here and electricity 72 percent, I'll have to either sell dope or rob banks to get and amp. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] k2 pins
On Sun, 21 May 2006, ron wrote: Hay!! No K1 pins! :( I guess we K1 owners must be second class(heh heh) Perhaps research showed that none of you had lapels? 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] WARNING ... KXPD1-K2 Paddle Clamp ...
On Sun, 21 May 2006, Ken Alexander wrote: My...such high-tech solutions! I just take my shoes off and walk around the area barefoot for the rest of the day. The missing parts eventually embed themselves in my foot...problem solved. Naturally, this works best with sheet metal screws! Great technique...and the method of insertion is right/left threaded neutral and does not require any special high altitude solder or technique. Less is More! 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] T1 Antenna Considerations
On Sat, 6 May 2006, Steve wrote: Thom, Sorry for the delay in reply. I'm catching up on a bunch of email from several email lists... The author advocates using a 1/4 wave (less 5%) as a counterpoise for this antenna. I agree: this does sound a lot like the W3EDP antenna, which is described in Practical Wire Antennas, pg 33 (among other places). In this reference, the W3EDP antenna is described as an 85' radiator and 17' counterpoise. Connect both wires at the back of your tuner. I use a w3edp radiatior length with 1/4 counterpoises for each bandand have been told my the purists that my adding the counterpoises, it is no longer a w3edp. Seems to work...so now I will try the other lengths and see how that works, since I have lost the end support for the longer wire due to development in the area. thanks In the article Taming the End-Fed Antenna (The Antenna File, RGSB, pg 118) he looked at this issue by plotting various 1/2 wave lengths and proposed the following end-fed wire lengths: - 26.5m (86.9 ft) for 160 - 10M use - 15m (49.2 ft) for 80, 40, 20, 17, 15, 12, 10M use - 10m (32.8 ft) for 80, 40, 30, 17, 15, 12, 10M use Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] T1 Antenna Considerations
On Fri, 6 Jan 2006, Michael Babineau VE3WMB wrote: Steve Aa8af wrote : In the article Taming the End-Fed Antenna (The Antenna File, RGSB, pg 118) he looked at this issue by plotting various 1/2 wave lengths and proposed the following end-fed wire lengths: - 26.5m (86.9 ft) for 160 - 10M use - 15m (49.2 ft) for 80, 40, 20, 17, 15, 12, 10M use - 10m (32.8 ft) for 80, 40, 30, 17, 15, 12, 10M use Anyone serious about using end-fed wires needs to read this article, IMHO ! I have this permanently book-marked in my copy of The Antenna File and I have probably re-read it 20 times. I don't have access to the book. Did it mention counterpoises and any suggested lengths? the 86.9 foot looks like an W3EDZ value 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] K2 Calibration using WWV
On Tue, 25 Apr 2006, EricJ wrote: And the K1 is all the better for it too with the silkiest tuning of the bunch. I'm also mystified by the compulsion to measure operating frequency on a ham BAND to a few Hz. It would be useful for another thing I've never understoodthe exact resonant frequency of the antenna. Maybe operating for a day with something like my Drake 2-B/2-NT would be a good replacement for the code requirement. You could also simply be able to pass the seamanship merit badge and run Pactor and not have to worry about anything ham radio related. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Is CW a Language? OT
On Wed, 19 Apr 2006, Chris Kantarjiev wrote: As a new CW operator trying to figure it out, I am quite sad that the various ARRL Handbooks don't cover CW operating practices in detail. I made this offer last time the topic came up, and will make it again: if an experienced operator would be willing to work with me, I'd love to write up a current version of Your Novice Accent - maybe it's Your 5WPM Accent now? The idea would be to cover much the same topics as Your Novice Accent, with modern updates, as well as covering common contest protocol. Since the original publication is on the web in many placesperhaps an addendum, rather than a re-write might work If you go that route, I'd be happy to give it some web exposure at as an addendum or link to the original article at www.zerobeat.net/novice_accent.html 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Re: Translation
On Mon, 10 Apr 2006, Nigel A. Gunn G8IFF/KC8NHF wrote: You Americans really need to talk proper English like what we do. A flash is something that stays on for a uselessly short time and then is expired. We have torches... they go on and on and on and... So do we, but they are most often employed by angry folks in the urban areas who feel the need to destroy property. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Power output on my KX1
On Thu, 6 Apr 2006, Paul Gates, KD3JF wrote: Actually I am not backpacking any more because of my knees but I do go to parks close by. My favorite is a National Park Fort McHenry...in Baltimore, MD I am using a 24 foot antenna with a 33 ft. counterpoise. I doubt that I am going to use the internal batteries very much because I have a 7amphr sealed battery that I plan to set on the picnic table!! The main reason I like Fort McHenry is the KX1 and the K1 are free from any noise on the receivers. It is such a relief from the S-8 noise that I have at home. Let me know when you're coming up to the parkI live a mile or so away Maybe I can wangle my way aboard the submarine Torsk and fire up the K2 from there. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Elecraft CW Net Announcement
On Sun, 2 Apr 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 4/2/06 12:59:12 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am unsure why we still do this since we have electric lights but it somehow persists. Because we live by the clock and not by the sun. And because we're mostly 'evening people' If the sun rises an hour earlier, most folks won't get up/go out an hour earlier to enjoy it. But if it sets an hour later, they will stay up/go out an hour earlier. And, in many cities, a later sunset simply means the chances of getting mugged are lessas the muggers sleep late...so they miss the sunrise. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Using a K2 with a boat anchor receiver?
On Sat, 1 Apr 2006, Dave wrote: Recently I bought an excellent Drake R4A and am struggling to find a companion transmitter for it. One option could be to use my K2 as a stand alone transmitter with an appropriate external receiver output modification to the K2 and a mute relay fed from the normal linear amplifier relay. I don't know what other Drake users might tell you, but using the K2 as a transmitter and ignoring its receiver in favor of the R4A might not be the highest use of technology. You might also want to pose that type question to the drakemailing list you can get information on joing the list at www.zerobeat.net/drakelist/ I can tell you from personal experience, while it was difficult to get used to NOT having variable passband tuning when I first got my K2, the drake twins and the TR7 have an honored place in the area where I store things that I no longer use. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] High Altitude Solder
On Sat, 1 Apr 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 4/1/06 2:01:33 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: When using high altitude solder it is critical to use a left handed soldering station otherwise the overall transceiver efficency is severely degraded. Urban legend. The left handed soldering station is only needed in the southern hemisphere. The same effect can be had be rewinding the solder onto the spool opposite the way it came from the factory. But that only works if the outside layers are wound first. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] cord vs. rick
On Mon, 20 Mar 2006, Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy wrote: Lucky you! We Scottish country dwellers shiver in our caves and watch spiders. What does 'warm' mean? Look at your own good fortune, you have livestock within easy distance. Perhaps you have divulged one of the secret ingredients of Haggis? 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] cord vs. rick
On Sun, 19 Mar 2006, Kevin Rock wrote: Cut + Split + Haul + Burn = 4 warming experiences minimum. Take care city slickers and country folk alike, Spring is swift upon us. Of course there is the being gentrified area Walk dog to find contruction sites-dog sees rats, chases come home and cool down Walk to shopping center and aquire shopping cart Come home and cool down Walk to Construction site and load cart - bring wood home - park cart in yard Come home and cool down Carry wood into house Cool Off 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] cord vs. rick
On Mon, 20 Mar 2006, Simon Brown (HB9DRV) wrote: - Original Message - From: W2AGN [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have been wondering how come the OT POLICE haven't pounced on this thread yet, then I realized, it was leading up to the Elecraft announcement of a new, wood powered transceiver. One piece of split Oak will give 5W out for 6 hours. I understand the official announcement will be April 1st. I am sure we would all pine for a radio like that. ANd this liast, of course, is where one could get the answers to any knotty questions about the above. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] cord vs. rick
On Mon, 20 Mar 2006, Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy wrote: You think? Our spiders have short legs on one side and long on the other - makes it easier to run around mountains :) Hmmm, another Elecraft secret out of the cave(bag)...the ELMountaineer... Who started this? Sorry Eric. When great minds go astray. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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 cord etc
On Mon, 20 Mar 2006, BRYAN TAYLOR wrote: Wasn't it Snozzle Durante who found the lost cord ? Or did it come from that old Mountain Music Standard. Just say you're mine, I'll pull the twine. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Lists vs BB's vs Forums
On Sun, 19 Mar 2006, Simon Brown (HB9DRV) wrote: My ideal would be email integration with the BBS - I use phpbb and will not change to anything else as I am otherwise happy with what it offers. I's love to see a way to integrate phpbb with my lists...that way, the folks that prefer one venue over the other could share information with the other camp. If you find such an application let me know, and I'll do the same for you. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Lists vs BB's vs Forums
On Thu, 16 Mar 2006, F and J wrote: As a newbee - I see a wealth of information about Elecraft products, on this list. Unless I'm missing something - this list isn't the easiest forum I've used. It seems to be reliant on our personal email systems - with little more than an email checker for incoming posts. Or am I missing something? That's one benefit...it's email based...which means you can actually store messages on your computer. There seems to be no way of posting anything, or easily responding to a previous post - short of sending that poster an email. How replies get linked to previous posts isn't explained. If you reply to the address of the list, elecraft@mailman.qth.net, then every list member sees the post...which is how the bulk of information here is shared. I suspect I'll get used to using it - but there are much more modern FORUMS BB's out there - which categorize posts, and all that. Yes, and, just like rigs, there are folks who wouldn't use a forum based venue for love or money. I have a mailing list for drake gear, and a web based forum...and over the years found that some folks like the mailing list, others prefer the forum, but very few walk both sides of the street. I have a very little used forum online at www.zerobeat.net/qrp/phpBB2/ I'd be happy to add an area for Elecraft related posts, but I suspect it will not be used. You can find out a LOT of information from this list by visiting http://www.ac6rm.net/mailarchive/html/elecraft-list/ It's searchable. Elecraft makes a great product. Yes...and in my experience the folks on this list are some of the most helpful you'll run across...and that's part of the Elecraft Magic. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Strange: KXAT1: SWR goes up, but so does forward power?? +Baluns
On Tue, 14 Mar 2006, John Young wrote: Don't worry about sounding like a beginner - I've been a beginner for over 40 years and still learning. Great Outlook! 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Checking out noise blanker
On Fri, 17 Feb 2006, Harvey Howell wrote: take off the sweater Lo these many years ago, if I had a noise blanker and could enlist the aid of some buxom young thing to help with QRN reduction! Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: New Amplifiers ...
On Sun, 5 Feb 2006, Bekir Kemal Ataman wrote: I think the main problem would be commercial. Although 400 watts would make a noticeable difference, most hams who are in the market for an amplifier want at least 800w. Anything above 400W is illegal in this part of the world. What a refreshing thing.although the AFA(amateurs for aligators) might object to not being able to run high power. They may cite the EDBOFTC(Every DB or Fraction Thereof Counts). 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel,Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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-FCC Proposed Rules
What's the link to view the proposed Change in the rules(RM-1305 and RM-1306). I can find a way to comment but not the originals. Sorry for the OT. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] CW - Living language (RE: Prosign confusion)
On Thu, 12 Jan 2006, Darwin, Keith wrote: Way OT: I copied a guy on 40 SSB a couple of days ago complaining about his Icom rig. He called it a RAY-diddey-oh. Oh boy, did I hate that. I felt like interrupting with hey good buddy, ya got yer ears on?. Ah the joys of CW. In some areas it would be pronounced Rah-Did-e-oh...expecially when we're waiting for the man to come down the chimbly in Dezember. Thom www.baltimorehon.com ... where we prove you talk funny. ___ 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] CW - Living language (RE: Prosign confusion)
On Thu, 12 Jan 2006, Vic K2VCO wrote: The shave and a haircut business started in the 1950's, and generally indicated that the user was a lid. How things changenow it's a contest or something like that. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] CW - Living language (RE: Prosign confusion)
On Thu, 12 Jan 2006, w2agn wrote: Thom R LaCosta wrote: On Thu, 12 Jan 2006, Vic K2VCO wrote: The shave and a haircut business started in the 1950's, and generally indicated that the user was a lid. How things changenow it's a contest or something like that. Not changed that much. Still lids. N N M A Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Another K1 on the air
On Wed, 11 Jan 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm happy to announce the addition of a new little one, K1 S/N 2124, who joined his big brother K2 S/N 2152 on January 7, 2006. His loud cries with 5 watts on 40 meters into a dipole at 50 feet were first heard by Buki, YT7YT who said he was about 569. Hiro, VE3CGC later told him that he was a robust 589 into Ontario. Jeezand I don;t smoke anymore, so I can't enjoy the cigarbut, you and others with new additions can add them to the birth registry of Elecraft rigs at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/k2data.html We are an equal opportunity listing service, newborns, adoptees and even purchased units can be listed. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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 story that will have a happy ending, soon (slightlyOT)
On Wed, 11 Jan 2006, Joe Malloy wrote: But why ask the question in public? Asking the original poster or the moderator of QRP-L in email would have been a less tendentious way of getting your answer, it seems to me. Perhaps there is a previous track record of the moderator of QRP-L not answering questions from various individuals. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Anticipating Morse (WAS: More ECN errata)
On Wed, 11 Jan 2006, Kevin Rock wrote: Good Grief Folks! At (@) is simple di-dah dah :) I wondered why they made it so complicated when the entire word is much shorter. Some of us old, imfirm, QLF types might confuse that with W (g) What corfuses a lot of folks is the ~ 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] KK7P web
On Mon, 9 Jan 2006, Dan Barker wrote: It's working now, and the DNS registration doesn't expire for another month. I wonder what happened? I've had some of my customer's domains disappear from time to timesometimes it's been a matter of an error at the registrar...if the record for the domain disappears of gets modified...it's really busted. A quick email or phone call can usually resolve the problem. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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 Stupid Idea?
On Thu, 5 Jan 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I found the recent stupid thread to be entertaining and informative, but must agree that it strayed way off the subject of Elecrafts. Maybe there's a way to avoid clogging up the reflector and the archives with such posts, yet have them reach those who want them. There is a very low tech solution...but it might not work, simply because humans would be involved. The solution would be to use another list that is not as highly structured, isn't topicality bound and as such may not have subscribers who would object to posts not within the rigid confines of topicality. The list exists, has very low traffic, and is certainly open to new members and posts. Because its intention is not to replace or compete with any exisiting lists, it's simply another venue that isn't as rigid. So, if you or others have a mind to continue the stupid threads, feel free to join the [EMAIL PROTECTED], details at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/qrplist.html archives at http://www.mail-archive.com/qrplist%40www.zerobeat.net/ 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] T1 Antenna Considerations
On Fri, 6 Jan 2006, Michael Babineau VE3WMB wrote: Steve Aa8af wrote : In the article Taming the End-Fed Antenna (The Antenna File, RGSB, pg 118) he looked at this issue by plotting various 1/2 wave lengths and proposed the following end-fed wire lengths: - 26.5m (86.9 ft) for 160 - 10M use - 15m (49.2 ft) for 80, 40, 20, 17, 15, 12, 10M use - 10m (32.8 ft) for 80, 40, 30, 17, 15, 12, 10M use hm, 86.9 looks like the length used for an EDP, doesn't it? Don't have access to the publication, but does he mention a counterpoise(s) for any of the lengths above? 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] User not found
When posting to this list, does anyone else get a user not found message for [EMAIL PROTECTED] ? Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: Elecraft high power linear
On Fri, 6 Jan 2006, wayne burdick wrote: This is the KPADOCK2 option. Act now and receive a free set of Ginsu knives with your order! But wait, there's more...order within the next 30 minutes and you'll receive Chef Tony's exclusive High Power Mojo Mixes cookbook AND a selection of Secret Mojo Seasonings. Be sure to give the operator the call letters of your station to insure you're entered in the MojoMambo dance contest. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: Stupid, stupid, stupid - OT
On Wed, 4 Jan 2006, n3drk wrote: I am surprised the moderators have not stepped in to end these stupid, stupid and more stupid posts. Geez, and I thought the SKN was bad. What happened to Elecraft questions? Ain't it sumpin' ... the moderators having a sense of humor and allowing us to express our own mistakes. Shame on 'em. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] How can the KNB2 be tested?
On Mon, 26 Dec 2005, Tom Althoff wrote: I have three sources in my home that the KNB2 works well on and is great for testing: 3) Electronic ignition of my furnace...turn up the heat and listen to the zapping of the ignitor for a few seconds. My KNB2 has never worked with furnace interference whatsoever. Perhaps I have a random width ignitor? 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] BUG NIGHT
On Thu, 22 Dec 2005, Bill Coleman wrote: On Dec 19, 2005, at 2:41 PM, Indy wrote: Each year more and more have participated in SKN (Silent Key Night) with these keys. SKN is STRAIGHT KEY NIGHT! Using a bug during SKN would be, er, sacrilege (or something) But the organization that sponsors the event seems to think otherwise. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] SKN / Bug - Just one request.
On Wed, 21 Dec 2005, Vic K2VCO wrote: Some old-timers may remember the banana-boat swing in which a bug is adjusted to produce very fast dits relative to the sending speed. The operator usually sends more dits than necessary, although I think there is some relationship between the number of dits sent and the number required. Well, this is *easier* to copy than CW with lousy spacing! To forestall the inevitable comments, yes I know that the banana boat swing differs from the Lake Erie swing, in which the proper quantity of dits is used. Now that strikes me a worthwhile addition to the K2 keyeran option for which swing you want. Another one might be a seperate weighting factor for the dashesyou know Dahdidahhhdi da dahhh dit dahh I tried to do it with the K2...very frustrating indeed. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] SKN
On Tue, 20 Dec 2005, EricJ wrote: I got a peek at the SKN 2007 rules. Electronic keyers are OK, but no keyboards. In 2008, all SKN exchanges will have to be handled via Winlink and confirmed via LOTW. But you didn't tell everyone that SKN will mean Sailboat Keeper Night. SKN is for straight keys. It was at one time. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Kent Straight Key and Paddle
On Tue, 20 Dec 2005, Darwin, Keith wrote: Well, I'm glad I still have my Nye Master Key. I just sold my other straight key (Speed-x). Rather than buying a cheapie new from AES, you might consider a used Speed-x or J-38 off e-bay. Or, a couple of hack-saw blades, a ball point pen spring, some wood and a nail ... Actually, and it will less of an adventure than in my Novice daysyou could simply use two wires. I once made a key from a hacksaw blade and a brass upholstery tackand since I was pretty haevy handedI had a rather large block of wood under the blade. As luck would have it, late one night I got sleepy...the blade got out of control and there was enough spring tension to tear it out of the mount and it sailed through the window. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] BUG NIGHT
On Mon, 19 Dec 2005, Gregg mulder wrote: Yes indeed, Straight Key Night is almost upon us ! I can hardly wait to start pounding the brass ! Of course there are a few of us that remember before there was a SKNand things like milkshakes that were made of ice-cream, and neighborhood bakeries, and bikes that didn't have more than one set of gear ratios. But, look at is this waywith CW in such disrespect, and fewer and fewer of us who use it, hearing a bug or cootie or whatever that isn't electronic keying beats amtor, pactor, BPL. echolink. etc. I may not make it on...but I sure plan to listen to the concert. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Helix-wound EDP
On Wed, 14 Dec 2005, Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy wrote: Morning Thom, This type of antenna element has been around for a long time, since the late 1930s perhaps before, and bears the family name 'Normal Mode Helix'. Ah...the term normal never applies to me (g). As an approximation, the length of wire required for a quarter wavelength element is close to a half wavelength when wound with equal spacing between turns. OK If you would like I can send you some much more detailed info ( and a little maths!). Which bands do you want to use? What I was hoping to do was have a helix that acted like a w3edp, ie, a multi-band antenna. So, if the edp is 87 to 89 feet, would that mean that a helix might be 174 to 178 feet of wire wound on the form? thanks 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Helix-wound EDP
On Wed, 14 Dec 2005, Terry Conboy wrote: At 06:37 AM 2005-12-14, Thom R LaCosta wrote: What I was hoping to do was have a helix that acted like a w3edp, ie, a multi-band antenna. So, if the edp is 87 to 89 feet, would that mean that a helix might be 174 to 178 feet of wire wound on the form? Thom, The comments you have already received have been excellent. Yep...I am learning a LOT from the expertise of the folks... You can't fool mother nature by winding a 10-wavelength rhombic onto four 0.05 wavelength long coil forms. It would be great if you could! 8-) Yes...but, there is always hope. BTW, the latest version of EZNEC (4.0) has a nice feature that makes it easy to create models of helical antennas (subject to limits on the maximum number of segments.) I can model a helical design if you like. Don;t want to waste your time and energyit looks like the Holix is not the way to gobut thanks for the kind offer. Perhaps I need to take Bribe 101 to convince the pole climbers not to touch my wire. Keep clam, Yes, and oysters, mussels, crabs and other goodies. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Helix-wound EDP
Has anyone ever tried/know about winding a w3edp style antenna on a pvc pipe? I have hardly any space...and every time I manage to get an antenna attach to Ye Olde Phone Pole,Ye Olde Lineman arrives and removes it with particular prejudice and dispatch. I recently obtained a 5 foot piece of 4 inch diameter underground pipe that could be used as a form. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] CW poll
On Wed, 7 Dec 2005, Fred Jensen wrote: I remember that. Nearly every list I was subscribed to filled with comments on each side (not all civilized) regardless of the list subject. I wonder why they are doing this again, given that the results are worthless, even without the Chicago Voting Protocol? Perhaps to put forth the image that they solicit and consider the opinions of the amateur radio community? 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] kxpd1
On Mon, 28 Nov 2005, Bob Nielsen wrote: A Brown Brothers paddle isn't really comparable to a Bencher (it's much better IMHO, and feels almost as good as my Begali Simplex). Wow...I have two Brown Brothersthe paddle and the paddle/key combo... Love how they work...and nice to know that they are comparable to the high price spread. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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: Moderation-Disregard
On Wed, 9 Nov 2005, W2AGN wrote: sure why, but remember, just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're NOT out to get you. :-) Hearing the footsteps behind you is simply an advanced early warning system. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] What is this??? (re: sweeps...)
On Tue, 8 Nov 2005, Mike Harris wrote: Also, how many make use of all the MCU space dedicated to CW message memories. Would trimming them down a little or maybe retaining three the current size and the rest smaller make space for firmware enhancements. I am not alone in looking for mode retention when switching between VFO's within the current band. Showing my total lack of technical smarts.perhaps one solution to the problem of space might be the use of an external plug-in, much like the thumb-drives, flash cards for lots of CW things. Heck, someone might write an embedded logging program. etc. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] ARRL November Sweepstakes CW
On Mon, 7 Nov 2005, Craig Rairdin wrote: I am a newcomer to all of this, and I am wondering if there is any place left in contesting for those of us who choose not to have a computer send code or receive code Actually I was daydreaming about the opposite and was wondering if anyone is working on this: There's no reason a program couldn't be written to automate the entire contesting process. The computer could work the radio, answer calls, send replies, and keep its own log. A control op would have to be present, and we'd need an operating class for fully automated. It wouldn't necessarily be something where you'd sell the software to the mass market, thus destroying contesting forever, but rather it would make an interesting competition among the various software companies. Manit's not even close to April 1st. You could even have networks of computers working one-per-band and other computers acting as spotters for rare multipliers. Software is pretty close to this already. WriteLog can integrate sending CW so tightly with logging, that it really only adds one keystroke to the normal keystrokes required for logging. After sending a CQ you enter the callsign and hit enter. It sends your report. Then enter the other guy's report and hit enter again. It logs the QSO and sends QSL/QRZ. If it could parse the CW decoder window it would be half-way there. Why not set up a server on the internet that allows multiple cw qsos...then, instead of using rf spectrum for the operator-less contest, folks could pit their computer against each other. Obviously, no logs would have to be submitted, since the exchanges would be on the server. The server could tally the scores and announce the winners via a web page and/or email. As a programmer this sounds really cool. I don't have time to write it but it would be fun to work on if I could. Perhaps you could find the time if you stopped using your K2/100...after all, with the system mentioned above, you wouldn't need to have a K2/100. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Mic plug
On Sat, 15 Oct 2005, G8IFF/KC8NHF wrote: And KFC who are not allowed to call themselves Kentucky Fried Chicken any longer as the chicken wasn't fried in Kentucky! But, you would have had to pay higher prices, since the name would be: Imported Kentucky Fried Chicken Don't underestimate The Colonelhe has to get rid of those chicken feet somewhere. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Top Posting
On Tue, 4 Oct 2005, Don Brown wrote: Hi If you have cats it must roll from the back or it will be all on the floor Having it run to another core in the horizontal plane allows the addition of a small electric motor to act as a generator, which then could mean a whole new contest CDTPG. The CDTPG awards will be based on the longest amount of QSO time divided by output power of the rig, then divided by the number of charge cylinders used during the contest. PETA exemption certificates are available for download. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Let me build your K2 [END of thread.]
On Mon, 26 Sep 2005, ron wrote: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: I am adding an addendum to the list guidelines that asks for commercial postings (including those for builders for hire) to be limited to one per month each to keep the signal to noise level reasonable on the list. Gee man, only a few caused the problem; they have a delete key; Who knows how many complaints Eric received. Kinda reminds me of the folks that clamor to have pets taken into shelters in a devastating emergency. why are you making rules to favor the few?? Oh, I'm sure those folks that have been vindicated in stopping Alan will each make a post on a monthly basis offering to build/modify at no charge for the elderly and handicapped. Be cool, it'll die out. (smile) Na...there are always folks anxious to attend the Whine and Cheese Parties. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Let me build your K2
On Wed, 14 Sep 2005, David wrote: I would not let him build one because he begs entirely to much makes me wonder what he is up to. Maybe he likes to build K2s? Maybe enough folks like his work that he is proud to offer the service? For what it's worth, when I was looking for a builder since I can not do the work due to physical contraints, Alan did the job for meand the rig has been running super since I got it (Serial Number 633). Now, if I could find someone who really likes to upgrade K2s and would do it for the parts cost for someone who can't physically do it. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Let me build your K2
On Wed, 14 Sep 2005, EricJ wrote: I bought an early K2 (SN567) on ebay and had the rig and the required parts drop shipped to Alan to do the upgrade to Rev B. His workmanship was tops and his price was very modest as I remember it. I recommend him without hesitation. Alan very kindly has offered to do my upgrades. Did you have him add any other mods? 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Let me build your K2
On Wed, 14 Sep 2005, Richard Kronick wrote: I have had Alan build the amp for one of my K2s, Also had him upgrade them all. A real professional job. He seems to thrive, a calling, or hobby, on building and upgrade them. Just my opinion. OK...and now the 64,000 dollar question Given that I have an old k2(s/n 633) what are the minimal upgrades that are needed? I don't consider the Audio Filter or DSP or K100 minimal. The unit already has 160, the noise blanker, the antenna tuner. I have the battery option also. I'm not in the buy the latest and greatest pocket-book mode...but would like to get the old 633 s/n a but more up to date. Like the suggestions the list has given me on the limited space antenna issue, thanks in advance... 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Solar Panel Charging
Just picked up a VW solar panel...is there a low cost, ie other than buying a charge controller, to use this to charge a gell cell? Thanks Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] News covering Ham operations on Katrina damage...
On Fri, 9 Sep 2005, Rob Locher wrote: I called Mr. Gorecki to hear Motorola's side of the affair. I was referred to someone else, who is apparently handling public relations for this issue. He apologized for five minutes to me. (That was way more than I needed for my own satisfaction.) He said that the remark was completely taken out of context, and that they had received hundreds of calls, letters, and emails about the remark. In other words, this is another tempest in a teacup. Without the actual statement of Mr Screeden, are you willing to acccept the statement of the PR guy? Remember, one of the roles of the PR types is damage control. But, I suppose there are some of us that are more willing to accept the PR stuff as truth, with no substantiation of actual fact. From a PR/Spin perspective, the unamed someone else earned his money. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] News covering Ham operations on Katrina damage...
On Wed, 7 Sep 2005, EricJ wrote: Your post didn't include this quote from Mr. James Screeden who is a Vice President at Motorola working in the field, drawing a salary, and tending to the needs of his commercial accounts, NOT the suffering people of New Orleans. A well meaning member of the list, sent me a copy of the Motorola PR response to the articleand seemed to have a real hard time understanding that the PR guy's response wasn;t the same as the actual quote from Mr. Screeden. So, I would think that until the actual quote, in total of Mr. Screeden is known, then it's real difficult to prove the reporter misquoted him. If we are suspect of reporters, we should also be suspect of PR people. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] CW in Emergencies?
On Tue, 6 Sep 2005, Stuart Rohre wrote: NTS techniques can be taught for phone just as well as CW. 72, Stuart K5KVH Red Cross Comms Officer, Katrina Relief It might be instructive for you to fill us in one how the Red Cross uses its HF frequenciesI assume it's SSB. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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 Free Registration code for Opera
Forgive the OT nature, but this may prevent some of the OT Internet Explorer posts. For what it's worth, Opera is a very nice web browserit's very fast has none of the security flaws of Internet Explorer and none of the bloat Netscape has. For today only, Opera is giving away registration codesyou might want to get one go to http://my.opera.com/community/party/reg.dml Enter your email address...and if you don;t want to get mail from them...simply uncheck the box Print out the next pageand if you decide to use Opera...it's freea real good deal. Free registration codes are available until midnight CET (GMT +1) on Wednesday 31st of August. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Compromise/Limited Space/Make My Day Antenna Advice
On Tue, 23 Aug 2005, Thom R LaCosta wrote: I could use a suggestion or twoI live in a very congested areamy house is 11 foot wide and 25 feet long...with a yard that is 10 feel deepI have a 10 by 10 deck on the second floor. Thanks to all for the many suggestionsI'll post to the list what seems to work bestit looks like there are many more possibilities than I imaginedwhich is an indication of how this list can be of assistance. Thanks for the help. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] Compromise/Limited Space/Make My Day Antenna Advice
I could use a suggestion or twoI live in a very congested areamy house is 11 foot wide and 25 feet long...with a yard that is 10 feel deepI have a 10 by 10 deck on the second floor. I used to have an endfed wire that ran across the street to a phone pole...but new houses cut that off. There is a vent pipe on the back of the house that sticks up about 5 feet above the roof. So...I could try a loop on my roof(10 x 25 x 10 x 25), go over my neighbor's roof(20 x 25 x 20 x 25) use the other neighbor's roof (30 x 25 x 30 x24), or try to attach a light weight mast to the vent pole and go up. QRN is very bad here. Any and all hints would be appreciated. Rig is the K2 with the autotuner. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] All contesters will appreciate parts of this...
On Wed, 17 Aug 2005, Sandy, W5TVW wrote: Jeese! What's next? I guess this is another excuse to watch football on TV and work a contest at the same time?! Wonder when they will advertise the automatic logging and QSOing Contest Robot software? Just plug it in, programming and hit the start key!! I believe it's called Winlink. Thom www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] KX-1 Precise Alignment (Svc monitor?)
On Fri, 12 Aug 2005, Terry Conboy wrote: When I worked for a power company in the 1980's, the radio service techs just called it a Cushman. Like this one: http://www.eham.net/classifieds/detail/175153 Even when other manufacturers got in the game, the guys still called them Cushmans. When I was akid, every refrigerator was known as a Kelvinatorand we all know that every paper company makes Kleenix. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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:What is a covered bridge?
This might help folks not only visualize a covered bridge, but by using and advanced search, you can look in a specific area: http://images.google.com/images?q=covered+bridgehl=enbtnG=Search+Images 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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:What is a covered bridge?
On Wed, 3 Aug 2005, EricJ wrote: But none of them have antennas! What gives? Years ago, when I was fueled by 807s, a few of us erected a long wire antenna that went the length of the bridge and then went off to a tree limb above my parked car. I had a set of Morrow Twins that had NEVER made a contact from my car...so we tried 75 meters.Managed to: Drink too many more 807s, Have a few QSOs, Run out of gas, Explain to the policeman that found us that stringing antennae was perfectly normal. Might try it again, sans the 807s and the Morrow twins. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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] License Exams
On Fri, 22 Jul 2005, Mychael Morohovich wrote: When I became licensed 4-1/2 years ago, it wasn't an option to take only the Extra segment of the test. I had to take [and pass], in succession, all three elements. Perhaps there is some confusion between taking and passing all 3 elements and having to be licensed sequenctially. A previous post quoted something from the FCC to the point that some new hams were first licensed as Extra Class and some were licensed as General Class, rather than as Technician Class. Appears to me that if you sit for all 3 elements and pass them, you are licensed as an Extra, take and pass the first two and you are licensed as a General, take and pass only the first element and you are a technician. If the Extra exam contains only material peculiar to that class of license, it makes sense that you would have to pass the previous elements to have The Whole Enchilada. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page, Free Classified Ads for amateur radio, QRP IRC channel Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ 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
