Re: [Elecraft] Internet / cell phones

[Tommy]

The hobby of Ham radio is not "fading away". Numbers (at least in the 
U.S.) are INCREASING. Yes it seems most people spend every 30 seconds of 
their day and night staring at their "smart" phones, it actually sickens 
me daily every time I see it. It's like a damn disease. And don't even 
get me started on "The Bible"...


Tom


On 1/10/22 10:17 AM, Vincent Diak wrote:

We all should spend less time on our cell phone’s and the internet. Then we 
would not be wondering why our hobby is fading away . When there were no cell 
phones and internet to communicate we had cw - ham radio and land line. The 
internet has taken these away. Good or bad? We now carry the world in our 
pocket . Next will be chip programmed to communicate without cell phones and 
the internet 666 just like the Bible says.

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Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

[Tommy Mitchell]

And that's how I ended up being a Mode A operator without realizing it or
even knowing the difference. Sneaky vendor lock-in!  ;) Guess I'll just be
stuck with Elecraft forever.

73
Tommy WZ4M

On Wed, Jul 7, 2021, 15:19 Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> This has been a great discussion, with many perspectives. Just to
> reiterate, all Elecraft radios going back to the K2 provide both modes, and
> the default is (and always shall be) mode A.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 204, Issue 15

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

My Goodness, something I am able to make a reasonable comment on in this forum: 
“Drafting”.

In the early fifties I was put into high school a drafting class to fill out a 
schedule.  It became my favorite subject and off I went into a lifelong 
obsession - yes “obsession “.  That was the beginning of me being obsessed with 
perfection.  Finally retired from a career starting with a 2H pencil, scale and 
triangles which matured to developing a 3-D design process on a brand new CAD 
system bought by my employer in the late seventies.  The purpose of the 3-D 
process results was to be able to tumble large multimillion dollar structures 
to determine how they fit into the humankind environment.

Have now been retired thirty years and just wish I could figure out how to 
easily read the manual for a KX-2!
———

> Cc: Elecraft Reflector 

> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: High school drafting class, ~1975
> 
> End of Elecraft Digest, Vol 204, Issue 15
> *

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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 204, Issue 6

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Make a bad purchase good?
Bought a KX-2 off the internet and have found that it is missing several of the 
screws that held the end plates on.  Asked about that and the seller said he 
tried to put some sort of protective end plates onto the radio but couldn’t do 
it so threw them away and put the original end plates back on.  What concerns 
me about just going to the hardware store and getting more screws (that might 
not be the proper thread/length) is I think two of the screws held the final 
output transistors onto that end plate which I assume was for that end plate to 
act as a heatsink.  
The seller said he used the radio and it seemed to be ok but I am concerned 
about the lack of heatsink/output transistor integrity and any possible damage.
Maybe I’m on the wrong track here because of never seeing a KX-2 before.
The radio looks good - no scratches or dings and the seller told me to find out 
what is needed to be done to fix it and he’d send that to me.
Any help on this concern would be appreciated.
F.Y.I - the serial number is 03742 and the Firmware is REF5.  Sure would like 
to know when this radio was made and if this is the latest firmware.
73, Tommy, N5CTC

> On Apr 12, 2021, at 9:38 AM, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote:
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Re: [Elecraft] Newer Elecraft hat not as good as the earlier ones...

[Tommy]

Funny you mention this Chuck, I just received my hat (along with the MH3 
mic for my KX2) and really like the hat. Not sure what you mean by 
"limp". Maybe you mean the older hat was "stiffer"?


Regards!

Tom - KB2SMS


On 11/5/20 9:36 AM, hawley, charles j jr wrote:


I really liked the Elecraft hat (baseball cap) I bought a couple years ago so I 
bought another one this year just to have a spare. BUT the newest one, while 
the same brand, is not the same. They are made in different countries. The 
cloth is very limp and does not feel as secure and comfortable as the old one. 
They look the same inside and outside, but don’t feel the same and it seems to 
be the material difference...too soft and limp.
Silly issue I know, but while I am pleased about and have just about everything 
that Elecraft markets, I’m disappointed by the latest version of the hat.
Just sayin’

Chuck KE9UW
c-haw...@illinois.edu


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Re: [Elecraft] That's a whole lotta buttons and knobs!

[Tommy]

 It looks like it's a piece of test equipment. Reminds me a little bit 
of Tektronix gear.


Tom - KB2SMS


On 7/31/20 7:15 PM, w4sc wrote:

My isp is blocking that link….. beware!!

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Re: [Elecraft] Waterproof SO-239 covers

[Tommy]

I wrap some duct seal putty around mine. Get it at Home Depot for cheap. 
Works fine. I forget what I paid, around $2-3 for a brick of it I think. 
Stays soft and pliable.


73 de Tom - KB2SMS


On 7/15/20 7:39 PM, Nate Bargmann wrote:

* On 2020 15 Jul 16:07 -0500, Doug Daniels wrote:

I just built a window antenna feedthrough panel, and want some waterproof
covers for the unused bulkhead connectors. Most of the online reviews say
that even the ones advertised to be waterproof are in fact not waterproof.
Anyone have a source for ones that are?

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Re: [Elecraft] Diversity receive versus QRM eliminators

[Tommy]

 I have the MFJ 1026, with the built in whip and it eliminated a local 
broadcast station from my overloaded Kenwood 450S. I use a Myantenna 
endfed for the Kenwood.


73 de Tom KB2SMS


On 6/29/20 1:47 PM, donov...@starpower.net wrote:

Hi Alan,


The MFJ works very well as a noise eliminator only if the noise antenna
is very close to the noise source, so that the noise is much stronger than
the desired signals. If the noise antenna is receiving about the same
signals as the main antenna the noise elimination function cannot work...


73
Frank
W3LPL

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Re: [Elecraft] I'm building a personal email list....

[Tommy]

Opt out for me too please.

Tom

On 6/20/20 11:45 AM, Don Schroder wrote:


OPT OUT – KE0PVQ

Sent from Mail for Windows 10

From: Dave Sublette
Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2020 10:34 AM
To: Elecraft Discussion List
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] I'm building a personal email list

OPT OUT--- K4TO


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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Utilities Download

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning, Newbie Here,

Wanting to download KX3 Utilities 
https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX3/Utilities/KX3UtilityMAC64BIT_1_19_9_6N.zip 
<https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX3/Utilities/KX3UtilityMAC64BIT_1_19_9_6N.zip> but 
the download will not finish before stopping.

Trying to download into a 2017 MacBook Pro running MacOS Mojave Ver 10.14.6 
with 435 gb free storage and 8 mb ram.

The files ffwnotes and FTDIUSBSerialDriver_v2_4_2.dmg downloaded ok.

Should the KX3 be connected when selecting the utilities file noted above to be 
download?  Comments will be appreciated.

Thank you, Tommy
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Re: [Elecraft] External battery for KX2, field day and SOTA

[Tommy]

I use a Bioenno 9ah battery with mine, works great.

Tom - KB2SMS


On 6/1/20 7:39 AM, Doug Daniels wrote:

I'm hoping to get my KX2 for Field Day, and am looking to get an external
battery to use for FD as well as SOTA. I'm looking at the Talentcell and
Bienno 12v 12Ah ones. Anything specific to the KX2 I need to know about
external batteries? I know the internal one is more or less proprietary.


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Re: [Elecraft] Reset Third-Hand KX3

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Hi,

Significant phrase - glutton for punishment - written by a respondent.   Being 
an engineer I’ve sometimes regretted taking on a project or two because of 
thinking I could fix just about anything.

The manuals will be with the radio so will dig through them for a guide when 
the package arrives before doing anything else.  Looked on the company website 
and there seems to be complete info on each of their products too.  Also have 
Cady’s book The Elecraft KX Line that I’ve been reading and find it is chock 
full of good info.  

Think I’m in for an awakening - the last rig or two I owned had 6146 finals 
with 807 modulators driving a pair of 500 Z's in a hot box.  The KX 3 is most 
likely about the same size as one of those tubes.

Thank you to those who replied to my first post.

73, Tommy
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[Elecraft] Reset Third-Hand KX3

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning,

I’m in the process of purchasing a KX3 and will be the third owner.  The seller 
suggested the radio be reset but not entirely back to factory defaults.  

Never having owned an Elecraft radio I have no clue how to go about doing this. 
 Would someone please point me in the right direction to learn how this is done?

Thank you, Tommy
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Re: [Elecraft] Want to Buy Mr. Hudson's Elecraft Equipment in Msg #5

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good morning Douglas, I’m sorry you are wanting to sell your EX3 and associated 
components.  However that is exactly the rig set I would like to buy so if you 
could send more info I’d appreciate it.Please let me know how we can 
complete a transaction for everything in your listing.  Thank you, Tommy Judson

> 
> --
> 
> Message: 5
> Date: Sun, 17 May 2020 01:10:24 +
> From: Douglas Hudson 
> To: "Elecraft@mailman.qth.net" 
> Subject: [Elecraft] FS, KX3 and PX3 package
> Message-ID:
>   
> 
>   
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> 
> A few months ago I listed for sale two KX3/PX3 packages and a KPA100 amp.  I 
> ended up having another surgery about that time so I pulled one of them for 
> something to play with during my recovery.  Health issues persist so it is 
> time to move the second package.  It consists of:
> 
> KX3 transceiver
> KAT3 internal tuner
> KXFL3 internal filter set
> MH3 mic
> PX3 pan adaptor
> Complete Elecraft cable package.
> I do not have the KXPD3 paddle or the KXBC3 internal clock/charger.
> All of the above is factory assembled and in very good condition.  The 
> package comes from a non smoking, no child home and as never been in a mobile 
> or field environment.
> $1,400 for all of the above.
> 
> I also have a Bencher BY-1 paddle key, used but in as new condition, and a 
> new Apache 3800 case.  $1,500 for the total package.
> 
> Doug, K7CUU
> d_hud...@outlook.com
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Availability

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Hmm…getting conflicting words so here is the list sent to Elecraft.  Guess I’ll 
send it again after the pandemic is over, oh well.  

All this stay in place time will not be completely wasted, a couple days ago 
dug out my classical guitar and now communicating with a professor of guitar at 
a university near here to sign up for more on-line lessons.

Ok, the first pack (on left in your image) contains the items 1 thru 5 on my 
list (I didn’t list the hat because I’m not a hat guy.). So we are good so far.

So do you have the remanding items too: 
6 .  KX3 (CADY)BOOK  40.00

7.   AX1   WHIP  99.95

8.   AXE1-40   40MTRCOIL ___?

9 .  KXPD2  PADDLE139.95. (Yes, want 
the “2” paddle)

10.  BNC-UHF ADAPTER   7.95

11.  KX2GNDPLUG  MINI PLUG8.95   FOR TRAILING WIRE? 
(Counterpose wire?)

12. Also want the cable needed to hook an outboard key.





> On May 16, 2020, at 9:17 AM, Grant Youngman  wrote:
> 
> The latest shipping status on the KX3 is “backordered”, and has been for a 
> while.  The only rig shown as currently shipping is the K3s.  All of the amps 
> are also on backorder.
> 
> My KX3 is not for sale :-)
> 
> Grant NQ5T
> 
>> On May 16, 2020, at 9:58 AM, hawley, charles j jr  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> I think I would get the KX3 which is in stock and maybe the KPA500 and 
>> KAT500. I’m not a 1500 watt guy. The KX3 can drive that to 250 watts or 
>> so...and get the K4 later.
>> The KX3 would be a fun radio to keep. 
>> 
>> Chuck Jack Hawley 
>> KE9UW
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone, cjack 
>> 
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] Availability

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning

I’ve been studying how to establish a ham station and asking around what is 
available to do that with these days.  A month or so of research brought me to 
Elecraft - best bang for the buck receivers.  This narrowed my search down to 
just a couple radios. Now thank you to this forum's members I’ve decided what 
Elecraft has listed for sale I would like to use in a newly established ham 
station.

I sent a wish list to Elecraft to see what is actually in stock knowing the 
present pandemic could cause shortages of supplies and labor because of the 
social distancing requirements.

Now I read on this forum many questions about when customers will actually 
receive the radios they plunked down $4K to buy when first announced some time 
ago.  One customer mentioned that he was in an older age bracket and wondered 
if he’d get his in time to use it - I’m five years older than what he said was 
his age.

I’m wondering if I should consider another company’s products - find a company 
if any that might have equipment in stock.

To end on a good note I need to say there has been plenty of time to leisurely 
accumulate parts and design and erect a by the book optimum height inverted V 
antenna out in my several acre front yard.  All needed now is to hook a radio 
onto the lead running down the pole and to under a small tree that will shade 
me and a radio relaxed in a lawn chair.

Guess where I will not develop as much anxiety as others over delayed shipment 
of equipment is because I did not send money with my wish list - or maybe I 
should to actually get my name on the list to get my choice of equipment?

Any thoughts ?

Thank you Tommy Judson
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 193, Issue 24

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

OK, pulled the trigger, thanks to all the info gathered here on the rig to buy. 
 The wish list is at Elecraft, now to see if I get a response saying what's on 
the list that is available to buy.

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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 193, Issue 24

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

That whole setup is amazing, bet you enjoy it!
> 
> Message: 4
> 
> Look at my website for example of KX3 plus KXPA100 installed in an RV 
> (4wd truck, in my case, which tows a 5th wheel):
> http://www.kl7uw.com/Mobile.htm
> 
> 73, Ed - KL7UW
>   http://www.kl7uw.com
> Dubus-NA Business mail:
>   dubus...@gmail.com 
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station...

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Just looked up “AlexLoop” - amazing presentation and price.  Thank you, Tommy

> On May 13, 2020, at 2:55 PM, Frank Krozel  wrote:
> 
> Hmm not a a permanent situation but I tried for years now to put up a small 
> antenna, end fed whip etc when at my condo.  I ended up with an AlexLoop and 
> never looked back.  Best contact was on 20 meters, 2,000 miles on 2 watts, 
> SSB on 17 meters.
> 
> -73-  FrankKG9H
> kg9hfr...@gmail.com <mailto:kg9hfr...@gmail.com>
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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station..

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

My thoughts on using a loop - none whatsoever.  Will have to see what that 
piece of equipment might be. (Been away from HF since the mid seventies.)

Your apt will be twice as high as my apt and maybe get twice as much wind, mine 
experiences plenty.  I live on a corner of a building on the peripheral of the 
downtown tall building area. One 30’ glass panel wall faces south and the other 
faces west with a three foot square column at the apex.  Our view is southwest 
looking miles up the Trinity River.

My first thought was to put a horizontal “V” wire antenna with the ends 
drooping to get the correct length for operation on 40 meters. Maybe some sort 
of Loop antenna would be better, will have to think about this.  Thank you, 
Tommy

> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
> 
> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
> view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a 
> wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. 
> I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
> 
> Brian VE3GMZ 

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[Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning Don,

> Tommy,
> 
> The KX2, KX3, and K3 are all fine radios for CW - and data modes and SSB 
> as well.
> 
> Do you want 100 watts - then choose the K3 (or K3S).  You can also add 
> the P3 for a panadapter display.
I would, at some time, like to add the panadapter display.
> 
> Do you want something small that you can tote in a backpack, then the 
> KX2 is the obvious choice.  You can use it at home with the KXPA100 for 
> a 100 watt home station.
> 
> Do you want something that is small enough for 'picnic table portable’,
Yes, I need something that is picnic table portable.  There is absolutely no 
room to set up a station in this RV.
> 
> but has more buttons and up-front controls than the KX2, then choose the 
> KX3.  It also can serve as a 100 watt home station with the addition of 
> the KXPA100 and can also be used with the PX3 for a panadapter display.
> 
> If you are planning portable work, the internal tuner is a must.
Yes, the tuner is a must.  
I ordered a fiberglass mast and enough parts to assemble a 40meter inverted V 
and will place a permanent mount in the ground to support this configuration.  
I plan on being able to set-up/take down the pole/antenna easily whenever I 
want to get on the air.  Of course it’ll stay up most all the time when I’m in 
residence here.
> At the home station, if you do not have resonant antennas,
I used to enjoy tuning antennas to a fairly specific frequency so will try to 
do that with this one too.
> then you 
> should have the internal tuner in the K3/K3S or the KXPA100.
> 
> Those are the basics that I can convey, the choice is yours to make 
> depending on your station aspirations.
> Try not to base your decision on price alone
That is good advice - I went to our credit union and after figuring out the 
cost of a complete station took out a share backed loan to get the best 
interest and be a forced saving account of sorts because of paying it off.  
Most always do this when making outlandish purchases.
> - decide what you want and 
> then proceed from there.
> 
> I have the K3 with the P3. KX3 with the PX3 and KXPA100 as well as the 
> KX2.  So I can say that they are all good, but for the home station, I 
> usually go with the K3 with the KX3/PX3 and KXPA100 (with KXAT100) as an 
> alternate.  The KX2 is reserved for portable operation, and I use it 
> rarely since I no longer go on hiking ventures.
The KX2 is the logical choice in this situation mostly because when back in my 
home in the 17th floor apartment in a 400 person retirement facility I’m not 
sure I will be able to operate.  If I do it will be most likely be with an end 
weighted wire suspended off a balcony - it’s a hundred feet or so to the 
ground.  So my permanent home will be the portable place and this country RV 
will be the more permanent place - especially until this coronavirus epidemic 
is better controlled.
That virus delights in getting into large facilities housing the older more 
infirm population.  There is only one case there AT THIS TIME.  I read where 
similar facilities have a large percentage of the in house population testing 
positive.
Anyway, so much for the logical choice, maybe having more buttons and knobs to 
fiddle with would add to the fun…

73, Tommy
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Rig forCW

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Bet everyone will second your ‘Right On’ note Ray!

> On May 12, 2020, at 9:18 AM, Ray Grace - WA6OWM  wrote:
> 
> DE WA6OWM
> About the Elecraft ATU
>  
> To:  Dave, K8WPE
> Your comments in the second paragraph are ‘Right On’ Best message in email in 
> years.
> Ray – WA6OWM
> KX3 w/ATU,  stand alone Elecraft T1 ATU (used with Flex Radio 1500.
>  
> “And as a side note the Elecraft antenna tuners, in rigs or separately can’t 
> be beat.  They will tune a wet noodle if that is needed for your ham radio 
> experience. They almost make you think your really lousy antenna is the 
> greatest because they will tune it, but again, if the results aren’t what you 
> want it’s probably a poor antenna and the tuner is making it look better than 
> it is.  Make a good antenna first and then use a tuner to take the pressure 
> off your finals or expand the bandwidth. “

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Re: [Elecraft] Rig forCW

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Thanks Dave,

Your points parallel my thinking.  Just want to have all the ducks in a row 
before pulling the trigger on an order.

I especially agree with the last sentence…make a good antenna first...

> On May 12, 2020, at 6:51 AM, David Wilcox  wrote:
> 
> I have both rigs and mostly use just the basic stuff for home and camping 
> CW/SSB QRP contacts so the KX2 works, BUT The KX2 isn’t much of a cost 
> savings over the KX3 and the KX3 has a lot more features.  The only reason I 
> would choose the KX2 again is if I was backpacking and size/weight were 
> important.  The KX2 was “so cute” I had to have one and ran to the booth at 
> Dayton the next morning after Eric’s introductory lecture about it at FDIM to 
> purchase #34 from him.  It’s a fun rig, works well, but if you can have only 
> one get the KX3.
> 
> And as a side note the Elecraft antenna tuners, in rigs or separately can’t 
> be beat.  They will tune a wet noodle if that is needed for your ham radio 
> experience. They almost make you think your really lousy antenna is the 
> greatest because they will tune it, but again, if the results aren’t what you 
> want it’s probably a poor antenna and the tuner is making it look better than 
> it is.  Make a good antenna first and then use a tuner to take the pressure 
> off your finals or expand the bandwidth.  
> 
> Dave K8WPE
> 
> David J. Wilcox K8WPE’s iPad
> 
>> On May 12, 2020, at 7:37 AM, Tommy Judson via Elecraft 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Good Morning,  I have a simple but difficult question for the CW ops.
>> 
>> I’m wanting to get back to ham radio and specifically CW.  Since I’m 
>> starting from scratch I am looking hard at all equipment needed to get on 
>> the air.  I’ve ordered supplies to assemble a 40M inverted V and have been 
>> thinking the best first rig I ought to order would be a KX2.  Now reading 
>> the posts on this forum I see that 95% of the ops use the KX3s.
>> 
>> Would anyone please like to educate me on these very unbalanced rig 
>> ownership numbers?
>> 
>> Thank you, Tommy2
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Rig forCW

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning,  I have a simple but difficult question for the CW ops.

I’m wanting to get back to ham radio and specifically CW.  Since I’m starting 
from scratch I am looking hard at all equipment needed to get on the air.  I’ve 
ordered supplies to assemble a 40M inverted V and have been thinking the best 
first rig I ought to order would be a KX2.  Now reading the posts on this forum 
I see that 95% of the ops use the KX3s.

Would anyone please like to educate me on these very unbalanced rig ownership 
numbers?

Thank you, Tommy2

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Re: [Elecraft] "2" or "3" Paddle

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

This is one reason I am wondering which to buy.  My arthritic hands do not 
function as smoothly as they used to.  

> On May 7, 2020, at 8:21 AM, Robert Hand  wrote:
> 
>   I’m not a super accurate cw op and not familiar with the keys you guys 
> are using but I like the longer keys as I believe that the extra leverage 
> will allow a stronger return mechanism which in turn should aid in overcoming 
> the “ less than perfect “ action of most twin paddle keys that I have used.  
>  Bob. K0RKH 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On May 6, 2020, at 4:45 PM, Chris R. NW6V  wrote:
>> 
>> Hiya Tommy.
>> 
>> I own both the KXPD2 and KXPD3 and strongly prefer the KXPD2.
>> 
>> The KXPD3 was bought at the same time as my KX3 and served well for several
>> years. However I never "liked" it - found it clunky to send on and the
>> sharp edge of the paddles bit into my fingers, so I was on the lookout...
>> 
>> Then I tried the KPXPD2 at SeaPAC - and bought one on the spot. I have
>> never used the KXPD3 again.
>> 
>> As a point of reference, here in the home shack my preferred sending
>> implements are not paddles at all, but Vibroplex Lightning Bugs - of which
>> four sit on my desk as I type this...
>> 
>> As always, YMMV :-)
>> 
>> 73 Chris NW6V
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Re: [Elecraft] Earpads Shedding

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

...earpads are flaking pretty badly, leaving little back bits around the home 
office/shack…

Took me a while to realize it was my earpads shedding, glad to read this isn’t 
an isolated occurrence.  Now how to remedy that problem?

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Re: [Elecraft] Which Paddle?

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Well, gotta make up my mind on which paddle to order along with the radio.  
Just checked and my CU deposited what I thought the cost of a complete station 
should be into my account.  These isolate in place options are dangerous, it 
was to easy to do this on-line.

Not sure I want to spend it now though - preliminary buyer’s remorse?

Think I’ll go over everything again, maybe have forgotten something.  Let's 
see, antenna and feed line, check; inverted V support pole, check; and radio, 
check (except what paddle).  Haven’t nailed down exactly what all other options 
might as well be purchased along with the radio either.

That’s ok, got about a week before moving out to a nice country hill side a 
handful of miles out of the city limits.  Been looking forward to this for a 
long time and want to savor it for a while.

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Re: [Elecraft] "2" or "3" Paddle

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Which one?

This is something like the guy with more than one watch, he never knows what 
the time really should be.

There is so much discussion about the two paddles it seems to me they both are 
good and it really comes down to just which one an operator owns to use.  (Yes, 
read reports from owners of both but could not read a specific reason one was 
chosen over the other - in the same operating scenario.)

So where I’m coming from is I’ve never used either.  I learned on a Vibroplex 
Lightening Bug but now with the advent of electronic keyers don’t want to dig 
it out to really use.  And am wondering if it makes any difference which I get 
when ordering a new radio.  Ie, which would be the easiest to take up and use 
considering my experience.  At this time I'm thinking the “3” because it has a 
longer pivot arm - maybe the same or close to the what the bug has.  This might 
not really be all oranges though since the fore arm will most likely just 
rotate instead pushing the dash lever with finger movement along with the arm 
movement as with the bug.

Guess when I order a radio I’ll just order its specifically designated 
components - unless there is something constructive to be said by anyone?

P.S.  Someone specifically wrote the beveled paddle pads on the “2” were more 
comfortable.
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[Elecraft] Steve Anness

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Glad to see this post, could almost be from me in a week or so.  The only 
difference is I’ve been AWAY from HF for 19 years and CW since the early 60’s.

Been reading the KX2 manual over and over and think it has to be at least as 
good as you say for this guy, could be more.

> --
> 
> Message: 3
> Date: Sat, 2 May 2020 19:25:01 -0500
> From: Steve Anness 
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] Getting into CW and WOW! Praise for the KX2
> Message-ID:
>   
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
> 
> Recently I decided after almost 19 years in ham radio I would finally do
> what it takes to become a CW operator.  After about 10 days of re-learning
> the code and also spending a fair amount of time with sending practice
> using both my dad's old Radio Shack Straight Key (Ameco look alike) and my
> MFJ-564 using the practice feature on the Elecraft KX2, I made my first CW
> contact today with Steve WB2WIK in California.
> 
> Obviously KX2 was designed by people who love CW and the history of the
> Elecraft radios has been about really good CW rigs.  In general I am still
> really impressed with how wonderful the CW signals sound, I am listening to
> K7M right now on 20 meters running in the 7QP, using the default 500Hz B/W
> and it just amazes me how good the signals sound on this tiny little rig.
> 
> So I am not saying anything that anyone on this reflector doesn't already
> know but wanted to share my story and spread some praise.  Keep it up
> Elecraft!
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 193, Issue 3

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Well my goodness, a kindred soul here so many years later!  I might have been 
one of those CW OPs you handed the task over too…if you say any more about why 
we were there the old saying, “I’d have to kill you”, should be brought 
up...Ha…I was a sailer in a Marine watch section and caught hell and back.

> My experience is a little different.  I was an airborne voice intercept op in 
> Vietnam.  I flew with 4 other CW ops.  I used to copy the voice 5 character 
> groups until I heard CW.  I would pick up the call sign and then pass it on 
> to the CW ops. Actually this experience was what got me started in ham radio. 
> Also got me interested in really learning CE.
> 
> 72/73,
> EM73vx
> Robin
> G-QRP #12386
> SKCC #7294
> W4IEN 
> w4...@comcast.net
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Re: [Elecraft] Windows Needed

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning Clay,

Thank you for the offer to chat.  I’m overwhelmed with the info available and 
compliments posted here and other places on the Elecraft equipment.  Near as I 
can remember the last time I worked 75 meter phone was as a net control on the 
3961 net in the early 70’s.  I am absolutely out of touch with the whole realm 
of HF ham radio.

So fast forward to today while in retirement I would like to work some 40 meter 
CW and reading various postings on the .www the products from Elecraft kept 
coming up - especially all the raves on their receivers.  I do remember the 
saying, “if you can’t hear them, you can’t work them”.  So here I am wanting to 
buy a KXN so I can go out and sit under a tree and do a little ham radio.

I’ve read enough to want to get a KX3 so downloaded its user manual.  Moving 
through it I ran across a sentence saying there was a need for a cable to hook 
to a PC…oops, that sounded like the Elecraft system was only compatible with 
Bill Gate's stuff and not Steve Job’s - darn.

My question now is should I get software to provide a fake Windows platform for 
Elecraft or get a real PC and use it as a dedicated option with a KX3? If the 
later what would be the best choice to purchase?

Would really appreciate hearing from you or anyone with a creditable 
opinion/knowledge on this subject.

73, Tommy


> 
> Well, you came to the right place.? The folks here in THIS group are the 
> ones who got me headed in the right direction.
> 
> Then of course, David Shoaf and his crew at Elecraft spent the requisite 
> time to get me the best bang for my buck for initial config, AND helped 
> me make a logical plan for maxing out the upgrades as additional funding 
> became available.
> 
> Got my K3s/P3 combo maxed out with THE very LAST NIB 2nd Receiver on the 
> shelf? Talk about sneaking in under the wire.
> 
> You will likely want to do something similar in the K4? K-Line
> 
> Feel free to contact me directly and we can chat to your heart's content 
> about Elecraft? I am all about "paying it forward".
> Of course, there are much smarter and more experienced folks out in 
> Elecraft land than me? especially as regards the soon to be 
> available K4...
> 
> 73, and welcome to the support group for the best amateur radio ON THE 
> PLANET!
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 192, Issue 43

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Ok, joined this group even though I don’t own an Elecraft radio - yet.  I’m 
wanting an Elecraft Elmer to help me understand which rig could be “the one”.  
What say someone please? Tommy

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> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 11:38:31 -0500
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> Yep, that was the textbook for the Communications class I had in
> electronics school in 1983. One of the requirements to pass the class was
> to pass the General Radiotelephone exam. The FCC Examiner came over from
> the St Paul field office to the technical school to administer the exam to
> the class.
> Shortly after that, I went to the field office and passed the General and
> Advanced  amateur exams...most of the technical portions were nearly
> identical to the General Radiotelephone.
> 
> On Wed, Apr 29, 2020 at 8:35 AM Gerry Villhauer  wrote:
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>> The text book of choice for the commercial license test was: Electronic
>> Communications by Shrader. I have a copy, 2nd addition. I used it for
>> passing my 2nd and 1st class commercial test...Now the General Radio
>> Telecommunication License.
>> Gerry, W0GV
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> On 4/29/2020 5:31 AM, Chuck Chandler wrote:
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>> *convert_html_to_plaintext*  ' option?), I would urge some notice be given
>> to users that this list is incompatible with Mail for Windows 10,
> 
> This reflector has been happily operating for 20 years with plain text. 
> I subscribe to about 30 lists, half of which operate with plain text. I 
> suggest that users get with THAT program, rather than suggest that these 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 sluggish/intermittent VFO display

[Tommy]

 I have seen the same on my KX2, while dialing it seems to freeze at 
times for a second or so at a time. Even after being on only a few 
minutes. Kind of annoying but not too worrying to me. At least for now. 
Serial # 01927


73 de Tom KB2SMS


On 4/18/20 10:44 AM, Heinz Baertschi wrote:

A colleague's KX2 has had the following symptom several times after approx. 2
hours of portable operation at ambient temperatures of approx. 20-25 °C and
locations in the shade or in the sun:

Sluggish and intermittent VFO display when dialling to a new frequency. The
selected frequency then appeared correctly after approx. 0.5-1.5 seconds.

Has anyone noticed the same symptom and if so, what had to be done to fix
it?

Any help would be appreciated?

73 tks,
Heinz HB9BCB

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Re: [Elecraft] THE FUTURE OF OUR HOBBY

[Tommy]

 LOL! No problem, for a second there I thought I had a tumor!

And I agree with Fred's last post. Although I'd never pay $500 or more 
for a "smart" phone.


73 de Tom - KB2SMS


On 12/17/19 10:24 AM, Bjorn Pehrson wrote:

Sorry abt that ,my bad, wrong recipient...

On 2019-12-17 16:22, Bjorn Pehrson wrote:
hm, verkar vara svårt tt hitta genomskinlig Sikaflex trots att sika 
säger att det ska finnas i alla byggvarubutiker. Jag har svart och 
det finns vit att köpa. Har försökt googla runt.


Känner du till något speciellt märke och var man kan köpa det? 

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Re: [Elecraft] Test

[Tommy]

You're not spamming. That would mean you're trying to sell us something.

Seems your email is working again!

73!

Tom - KB2SMS

On 11/23/19 9:53 AM, Jim KO5V wrote:

Testing. I'm having email issues (again!).

Sorry to SPAM the list. 73, Jim KO5V
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 storage temps

[Tommy]

Eric,

   Batteries do NOT like cold or excessive heat so I wouldn't store the 
battery in either conditions.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS


On 11/2/19 8:04 AM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote:

Does anyone know what a safe temperature is for storing--not operating--a KX2, 
with batteries?  32F?  20F?  10F?  I can't find the answer in the manual, 
brochure, or FAQs
Thanks and 73, Eric WD6DBM


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Re: [Elecraft] Radio clocks, internet and security!

[Tommy]

  I too agree with Don 100%! I also wouldn't buy a so called "smart" 
TV. And I'll trust my Linux machine far more than any Windows or Mac. 
Even Chromebooks (they are Linux based) are more secure than Windows and 
Macs. And "smart phones" are too smart for their own good too. I just 
bought my first one earlier this year. I like the internet but don't 
need to be connected to it every second of the day.


73! de Tom - KB2SMS


On 10/18/19 8:59 PM, Bill Johnson wrote:

Don,
Plus you actually get exercise when you walk to your devices rather than rely 
on some software that does in fact invade your privacy. I am with you on this 
100%.

72 & 73,
Bill
K9YEQ
FT’er for K2, KX1, KX3, KXPA100,  KAT500, W2, etc.

-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net  On 
Behalf Of Don Wilhelm
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2019 6:55 PM
To: hawley, charles j jr ; Wayne Burdick 

Cc: Elecraft Reflector ; elecraft...@groups.io
Subject: [Elecraft] Radio clocks, internet and security!

Chuck and all,

How many actually use the clock in the K3, K3S, KX3 or KX2?
I certainly don't.  In the case of the KX3 it is used to time the charging of 
the internal batteries - good use.

I can see a ham without a watch or cell phone to want the rig to display the 
time for logging, but for me, my good old Timex on my wrist tells me what time 
to log.  The clock in my KX3 is more difficult to access than simply glancing 
at my wrist!

I have never even set the clock in my K3 or KX3!  Nor do I feel a need to do so.

As far as the K4 Linux software/firmware being internet connected, I have my 
reservations about that.  I have enough stuff connected to the internet, and 
someone will have to demonstrate the benefit of my ham radio being connected to 
the internet in addition to my computers.

If connection of the K4 to the internet is to be done, I have concerns about 
security and personal privacy.  Even Linux is subject to bad stuff from the 
internet - it is not entirely secure, it is just that the number of users is 
small compared to other OS versions and hackers just do not bother for most 
cases.

When my refrigerator or microwave begins to listen in to my conversations, I 
begin to worry about the BIG Brother consequences.

BTW, I do not have an Alexa or Siri device for those security reasons.
I can easily use a switch on the wall to operate a light switch and it is 
secure. I can turn on my home theater or my computer AV application when I want 
to hear music or view videos.

Call me old-fashioned, but I like to have control of my environment.
The Internet Of Things seems to be fraught with exposures and dangers that I am 
not willing to accept.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 10/18/2019 2:03 PM, hawley, charles j jr wrote:

Is a more accurate clock possible? I imagine that depends on available chips 
but it’s a common topic.


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[Elecraft] Fwd: Re: Power output keeps folding back to 5 watts on my KX2

[Tommy]

    Gordon nailed it. Problem resolved. Thank you everyone for your 
replies.


73 de Tom - KB2SMS


 Forwarded Message 











  Bingo Gordon! That was it. I'm showing 12v on transmit now. I had a 
squirrelly connection. Thank you for your reply.


73 de Tom - KB2SMS


On 3/18/19 2:53 PM, Gordon LaPoint wrote:
Its probably not the power supply, but the connectors/wiring/fuses 
between the radio and the power supply.


Gordon - N1MGO

On 3/18/19 2:47 PM, Tommy wrote:
  Ahhh, O.K., with my 13.2v Astron it's showing 10.3 - 10.8. I guess 
for now with this power supply I'll have to settle for 5 watts. Thank 
you for the quick reply.


Tom - KB2SMS


On 3/18/19 2:36 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:
Set the display to show the power supply voltage and watch it while 
you transmit. The transmitter requires a voltage over 11 V for more 
than 5 W.


If the voltage is dropping below 11 V, that is the problem.

This in the specifications section of the KX3 manual.

wunder
K6WRU
Walter Underwood
CM87wj
http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)


On Mar 18, 2019, at 11:33 AM, Tommy  wrote:

    Hi folks,

  I'm running FT8 with a KX2 powered by a power supply. The rig 
keeps folding back from 10-12 watts to 5 every time and it's barely 
even warm.  I'll set it to 12W for instance, it'll transmit fine at 
that level but when done cut back to 5w. I don't transmit often 
enough for it to get hot enough to protect itself. AGC is off. Any 
ideas? I appreciate any feedback.


73 de Tom - KB2SMS


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Re: [Elecraft] Power output keeps folding back to 5 watts on my KX2

[Tommy]

  Ahhh, O.K., with my 13.2v Astron it's showing 10.3 - 10.8. I guess 
for now with this power supply I'll have to settle for 5 watts. Thank 
you for the quick reply.


Tom - KB2SMS


On 3/18/19 2:36 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:

Set the display to show the power supply voltage and watch it while you 
transmit. The transmitter requires a voltage over 11 V for more than 5 W.

If the voltage is dropping below 11 V, that is the problem.

This in the specifications section of the KX3 manual.

wunder
K6WRU
Walter Underwood
CM87wj
http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)


On Mar 18, 2019, at 11:33 AM, Tommy  wrote:

Hi folks,

  I'm running FT8 with a KX2 powered by a power supply. The rig keeps 
folding back from 10-12 watts to 5 every time and it's barely even warm.  I'll 
set it to 12W for instance, it'll transmit fine at that level but when done cut 
back to 5w. I don't transmit often enough for it to get hot enough to protect 
itself. AGC is off. Any ideas? I appreciate any feedback.

73 de Tom - KB2SMS

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[Elecraft] Power output keeps folding back to 5 watts on my KX2

[Tommy]

   Hi folks,

 I'm running FT8 with a KX2 powered by a power supply. The rig 
keeps folding back from 10-12 watts to 5 every time and it's barely even 
warm.  I'll set it to 12W for instance, it'll transmit fine at that 
level but when done cut back to 5w. I don't transmit often enough for it 
to get hot enough to protect itself. AGC is off. Any ideas? I appreciate 
any feedback.


73 de Tom - KB2SMS

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Re: [Elecraft] Annoying WSJT-X Message

[Tommy]

  I understand it will be removed in the next update.

73 de Tom - KB2SMS


On 1/7/19 12:43 PM, Richard wrote:

Has anyone figured out how to stop that "2.0 only" message from popping up 
every time you launch WSJT-X 2.0?

Richard - W4KBX

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Re: [Elecraft] FT8: "Magic radio"?

[Tommy]

  I do the same thing. I'll add that I am always at the controls during 
FT8 contacts. I do nothing automatic with it. I laugh at all the hate 
FT8 gets. I don't get it.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS


On 07/03/2018 05:32 PM, Carl Yaffey wrote:

On Jul 3, 2018, at 4:42 PM, Grant Youngman  wrote:


and don’t care to find out what the other guy’s name is or what he/she does 
when they aren’t punching at their own keyboard

As soon as I start an FT8 “iso”, I go to QRZ and look the person up.


Carl Yaffey  K8NU

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Re: [Elecraft] Proposed: more 6 meter CW beacons

[Tommy]

  Hi Wayne and list,

 You could also monitor 6m FT8, this is another good propagation 
indicator as well. Then jump back on CW.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS


On 07/01/2018 10:32 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

When 6 meters opens up, a few low-power CW beacons I’ve never heard always pop 
up in the low end of the band. We could use a lot more of these during 
sporadic-E seasons. If you have a 6-meter-capable QRP rig gathering dust and an 
antenna to put it on, you might consider joining in. In addition to giving us a 
few more data points on propagation, it’s a novel way of promoting CW use.

If you decide to put a beacon on the air, please let us know so we can all 
listen for it.

73,
Wayne
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Re: [Elecraft] OT: Order handling

[Tommy]

  And your package will less likely be tossed around or thrown down!

73! Tom - KB2SMS


On 03/22/2018 01:22 PM, Rose wrote:

As a shipper of hundreds (thousands?) of Elecraft carrying cases
and dust covers, I'll offer the following:

Priority Mail via the USPS is the only way to go.  I've never had a
package ... either padded envelope or box ... take more than three
days to reach -anywhere- in the US.

Plus, for the shipping cost I get a delivery date and tracking number
that I provide to the customer so he/she can track the package.

I once had a package go from my MT P.O. to delivery in Turkey in
five days!

All my vendors are told of they use FedEx it will be the last order
they receive from me.  I once had a packet of legal papers thrown
into a driveway puddle and left by a FedEx delivery person.  Plus,
their closest office is 50+ miles away.

FWIW ...

73!

Rose - N7HKW
elecraftcov...@gmail.com
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[Elecraft] Right paddle on my KXPD2 issue

[Tommy]

    Hi folks,

 The right paddle seems to work intermittently on my KX2 paddles. I 
have to hit it several times to get it to work but even then it's 
random. I tried moving the adjustment for it in a bit but it makes no 
difference.


My settings are: CW IAMB = A

                          CW Key 1 = hand ( I do have a key plugged in 
but in or out it makes no difference)


                      CW key 2 = left = DdASH

                      CW WGHT = 1.25

Anyone see this problem? Anything I should check or try?

Thanks for any tips.

73! Tom - KB2SMS


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Re: [Elecraft] Major Sheldon's Last Watt

[Tommy]

WOW! Now THAT Em-com! Life was long enough for QRP!


73!
Tom - KB2SMS

On 02/08/2018 12:22 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Hi all,

This short story about a hunting trip gone awry is definitely on-topic:

http://www.elecraft.com/fiction/Maj%20Sheldon's%20Last%20Watt.pdf

We’re posting it with permission of the author, W. A. Taylor.

73,
Wayne
N6KR




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Re: [Elecraft] Latest KX2 revisions

[Tommy]

  Never mind! I SHOULD have clicked on copy new files from Elecraft 
instead. Got it now. Thanks for the help folks.


Tom



On 12/16/2017 11:05 AM, Tommy wrote:
   Have the newest updates been made available yet? I keep checking 
with the KX2 utility and it shows nothing newer than MCU 02.69 and DSP 
01.49.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927

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Re: [Elecraft] Latest KX2 revisions

[Tommy]

  Hi Don and all,

  In the firmware tab I click on "check revisions now" and get no 
updates. Are the MCU and DSL boxes to the right of the installed 
Available section supposed to be checked?


Tom - KB2SMS


On 12/16/2017 11:17 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote:

Tom,

The Elecraft website shows MCU 2.89 is the current level for firmware.
Did you click on the Check updates from Elecraft in the KX2 Utility?

73,
Don W3FPR

On 12/16/2017 11:05 AM, Tommy wrote:
    Have the newest updates been made available yet? I keep checking 
with the KX2 utility and it shows nothing newer than MCU 02.69 and 
DSP 01.49.




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[Elecraft] Latest KX2 revisions

[Tommy]

   Have the newest updates been made available yet? I keep checking 
with the KX2 utility and it shows nothing newer than MCU 02.69 and DSP 
01.49.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 in FT8 mode - heat?

[Tommy]

 Barry,

    I run 10w through my KX2 with the back leg down to allow for 
airflow and don't find heat to be an issue. I'm not TXing all that much, 
I'm a hunt & pounce type with occasional CQing. In the summer I ran a 
small fan over it to help a bit. No issues for me. I normally see it get 
to the mid 40's c.  1:1 swr's.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 11/23/2017 02:51 PM, Barry N1EU wrote:

I'd appreciate hearing from others who are using their KX2 in FT8 mode in
terms of your experience with power output and acceptable PA heat level.
The reason I ask is that I'm running 5W on 40M with the rear foot down (rig
tilted up) and I'm seeing the PA temp reach 60deg C in ordinary qso'ing
(i.e., xmit for 12 sec out of each 30 sec period) with low SWR.  How much
power are you running?  Are you using extra cooling of any type?

Thanks & 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X K3/K3s hanging as Tx

[Tommy]

 This happens to me once in a while however if I let it go through the 
cycle it shuts off TX and will be normal again next cycle with RF out. 
Strange.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #1927


On 11/13/2017 03:07 PM, Bert Garcia N8NN wrote:

This problem is not unique to the K3.  My Yaesu FT-1000mp does the same
thing -- locks up in transmit mode with no RF output and I have to turn it
off to regain control.  The lock up is intermittent, and some days it never
happens.  Rebooting everything works for a while, but when I least expect
it, the lockups will start again.

Bert N8NN

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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gary Smith
Sent: Monday, November 13, 2017 2:13 PM
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] WSJT-X K3/K3s hanging as Tx

For those using WSJT-X, sometimes I find the K3s is locked as transmit but
there is no RF being sent and no Rx from the K3.

Looking at the P3 I see a jitter on the upper half of the screen as if there
was a tiny output but no Rf is seen on any of the three SWR meters in line
(K3s, AP3 & LP-100A).

I couldn't get WSJT to receive, looked at the settings, all were correct and
as is sometimes needed with WSJT-X, I rebooted to get it to work properly
but it still did not lock onto the K3s frequency.
Rebooted again and then I realized the K3s was in that TX condition with
both the red & yellow LEDs lit and that jitter on the
P3 upper screen.

This happens every so often and what I
have to do is touch any of the buttons on the K3s and it disengages this
situation.
I did that to deal with the issue I
mentioned above. I could restart the K3s but then I'd have to restart
LP-Bridge and wait, so I use the quick fix.

Anyone experience this and figure out how to prevent it?

Thanks!

73,

Gary
KA1J

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Re: [Elecraft] FT8 output power KX2/KX3

[Tommy]

  I use 5-10 watts without any issues. 3-4 bars on the ALC.

73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 10/26/2017 07:50 AM, Barry N1EU wrote:

What is the recommended max power output setting for the KX2 and for the
KX3 for normal FT8 use without after-market heatsink?

Thanks & 73,
Barry N1EU


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Re: [Elecraft] Time Syncronization

[Tommy]

 Bob,

  I use Dimension 4.

73!

Tom - KB2SMS


On 09/13/2017 07:26 AM, Krug261--- via Elecraft wrote:

After 15 years away from radio, I'm back, and want to enter the digital modes. 
(How things have changed!) There is much opinion that a computer's onboard time 
system (Win 10 for me) is inadequate for digital, e.g., the WSJT-X user manual. 
So...
1. Is this a correct assumption in all/most cases?
2. Assuming you do feel it's necessary, which synchronization program would you suggest? 
Considerations: ease of installation, ease of operation (fully behind the scenes 
transparent?), least "invasive", etc.
Thanks.Bob, KA2TQVKX3 #9842



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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

[Tommy]

  Don,

Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it 
works fine. It seems.


Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 09/12/2017 01:47 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with 
using Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to 
the page.


This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at 
Elecraft and approved.


As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other 
amateur transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the 
common internet advice.


73,
Don W3FPR

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2/KX3 built-in speakers

[Tommy]

  John,

The KX2's speaker is just fine. PLENTY loud enough and quite 
intelligible.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 09/08/2017 07:43 AM, John Gibson wrote:

Dear KX2 or KX3 owners,

If you own a KX2 or KX3, do you find that the built-in speakers produce sound 
of sufficient loudness and good intelligibility?

I do not (yet) own one of these fine radios, so I must ask others for this 
information.

Thank you and 73,

John, no8v


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Re: [Elecraft] Radio storage cases

[Tommy]

  Small metal garbage cans?


Tom - KB2SMS


On 09/06/2017 01:35 PM, Erik Basilier wrote:

I have always used temporary solutions for storage of my smaller radios,
such as the KX3 and KX1. Commercial cases providing padding and ideal fit
have been discussed before on this list. However, I never felt that the
products suggested would meet my needs. In the back of my mind I have long
worried that some rogue state might wipe out our radios by EMP. To position
the nuclear device, they would not even need to use a missile that travels
intercontinentally or is accurately aimed. My frequently used radios are set
up for immediate use, and would be unprotected. The smaller, very portable
radios I don't use that often, and would be stored away. They should be
stored in cases that function as Faraday cages. I am looking for storage
cases made of metal, and with good electrical contact between case and lid.
Light weight is desirable. Any suggestions from the List? My best idea so
far is rectangular cookie tins, such as marketed around Xmas, but finding
the desired sizes is not easy. Note to self: Don't be too upset if you have
to sacrifice yourself and eat some extra cookies in order to find the ideal
tin.

  


73,

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 owner discovers Heaven/P

[Tommy]

 "Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale"

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 08/29/2017 09:45 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Mike, KM6AB, has found what may be the coolest portable operating location 
ever. Here’s a link to his video:

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rumdRbqLI00

Also see his description below. Now, don’t everyone rush to this QTH all at the 
same time!

Wayne
N6KR

* * *

Here is a quick video operating my KX2 from a tiny island feeding a 20m end fed half wave 
(64:1 transformer and 32ft of wire) hanging from a 33ft fiberglass mast. The island is in 
Huntington Lake, CA in the Sierra mtns above Fresno. Still pics can be grabbed from the 
video and near the end of the video I'm holding up the KX2 as the drone flies by. The 
caption could simply be " Elecraft Island".
  
73,
  
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Re: [Elecraft] OT:Sunspots

[Tommy]

  Hi Fred,

Yup, I did the Sunspot counts daily for the AAVSO for 8 years a 
long time ago. It was nice to see a few groups during the eclipse! The 
"K" factor is an individual observer's factor that takes account of 
experience of the observer. See: 
https://www.aavso.org/dances-wolfs-short-history-sunspot-indices


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 08/24/2017 11:11 PM, Fred Jensen wrote:
FWIW: Counting sunspots is a fairly arcane diversion.  The generally 
accepted [although by no means universally] is the Wolf Number, 
Wn=k(10g+s), where g denotes the number of groups [sunspots tend to 
come in groups, not always individually discernible], s denotes the 
number of individual spots, again somewhat hard to discern, and k is 
an "observatory factor", which appears to be much like Einstein's 
Cosmological Constant, and can take on any value that makes the data 
work as you wish it to.  If you see spots, and they are at high solar 
latitudes, this augurs well, they may be Cycle 25. If they're on the 
solar equator, probably just part of Cycle 24.


All that said, right now there aren't very many G's or S's, and k 
could be zero for all we know.  I am currently at the point where 
living to the Cycle 25 maximum is an immediate goal. [:-)


73,

Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW
Sparks NV DM09dn
Washoe County

On 8/24/2017 3:29 PM, Doug Person wrote:
Sadly, I can only see 3 sunspots today. Down from 6 at the beginning 
of the week.


Doug -- K0DXV 


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Re: [Elecraft] Make this email list more manageable - a forum instead?

[Tommy]

 Agreed X10! I like this reflector personally.

73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 08/19/2017 11:43 AM, Wes Stewart wrote:

Grant is right on.

As I said in the last one of these discussions, "What's all the fuss 
about?"


If there is a change, please, please, please don't go to Yahoo or 
Google groups.  They are pathetic.


Wes  N7WS


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Re: [Elecraft] Is it my KX3/antenna or is it lousy band condx?

[Tommy]

  I use a similar set up on my KX2 (per the manual) and it works very 
well. Simple and effective. When the band cooperates.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS



On 08/11/2017 01:19 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:


Try the simplest field antenna for the KX3, two wires connected directly to the 
rig. Get a BNC to double binding post adaptor. Get a wire 26 to 29 feet long, 
throw it in a tree and hook one end to the red post. Get a 16 foot wire, lay it 
on the ground and connect it to the black post. Let the ATU tune it and see you 
can hear.

wunder
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Re: [Elecraft] Is it my KX3/antenna or is it lousy band condx?

[Tommy]

 The band has been really crappy lately. Keep tuning around and listening.

73!

Tom - KB2SMS



On 08/11/2017 12:33 PM, Mike Parkes wrote:

Okay I am reaching our to the Elecraft enthusiasts here for some feedback
if anyone cares to chime in.
I am just getting back on the air after years away from the hobby, so I am
not that familiar with band conditions in general. It looks like the
sunspot cycle is heading for the cellar (if it isn't already there).

Recently bought a KX3 and a Buddistick vertical (like, 2 weeks ago). Love
the KX3 it is a great radio... however... so far my efforts to hear much of
anything, much less make a contact with someone, has been frustrating to
say the least. I live in an apartment and am surrounded by power lines for
one thing. The background noise level on 40 is pretty bad varies but is
s7-9 mostly. I  took my setup to a nearby park and the bands were
definitely quieter. So the local manmade noise level is an issue (and one
reason I chose the KX3 was the hope that its rcvr and filtering could help
with that.)

Have yet to make a single contact, so I am just wondering if I just
happened to choose a really lousy period of solar conditions for HF? Or is
the base loaded vertical a joke?

I would love to be able to find another ham even close by just to try and
get some sort of an HF QSO even if it is with someone down the block.
...I can tune down to the AM broadcast band and was able to hear some local
AM stations. :)

Mike AB7RU

(On a side note the tuner in the KX3 is great!. That thing was able to get
a match for 80 meters on the Buddistick which was showing something like
25:1 swr. The KX3 tuner clicked and rattled for a while and found a match
to <2:1. Not sure how much actual RF is going out, probably not much... but
I was amazed it could tune to that high an SWR.)
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 added to Sherwood's list

[Tommy]

IIRC saw one video on Youtube of a gentleman using it hand held.

73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 07/27/2017 10:03 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Similar to our lab measurements. (Not bad for a 13 oz radio. If this were 1999, 
it would have been at the top of the list :)

Question for KX2 users: Have you tried it hand-held with a whip yet?

73,
Wayne
N6KR



On Jul 27, 2017, at 6:11 PM, John AE5X  wrote:

I haven't seen this mentioned here yet...KX2 receiver specs were added 
yesterday:

http://www.sherweng.com/table.html

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Re: [Elecraft] Signing "/QRP"

[Tommy]

  I respectfully disagree.  Why do you think people adding /QRP 
want to be treated different or think that they're special? I don't 
sense that at all.


It's just to let people know they're using low power. No big deal! It 
doesn't bother me. Although I personally don't add anything after my 
call on air.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 07/26/2017 03:40 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:

On 7/26/2017 3:27 PM, Nicklas Johnson wrote:


Signing "/QRP" is just another manifestation of entitlement.  It is a
way of saying "I'm different and I demand special treatment."

73,

   ... Joe, W4TV



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[Elecraft] SOLVED! Re: Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

   List,

I found out the problem. My Signalink was plugged into a 4 port USB 
hub and apparently it does not allow enough power to run the Signalink 
properly. As soon as I plugged it directly into the laptop it worked. 
I've made several contacts already on 20m. 10 watts is getting me almost 
clear across the U.S. Amazing.


I want to thank all of you who posted help here and those who emailed me 
privately. I really appreciate everyone's help.


Thanks again!

Tom - KB2SMS

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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

On 07/22/2017 03:06 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:

Tom,

If the TX LED on the KX2 turns on, the KX2 is going into transmit.
Put a dummy load on the KX2 so you don't clutter up the airways.


  Dummy load being used.


Once you have that, the next step is to set the audio level correctly.
You have 2 controls to manipulate - the KX2 MIC GAIN and the Line Out 
setting for the soundcard in the computer.
You want to have a mid-range setting for the KX2 MIC Gain, so set that 
first, then go to the computer and make a trial adjustment of the LINE 
OUT (or Speaker) setting for the soundcard - about 50% is usually a 
good starting point.


Already done.



Then use your digital mode software to do a transmit.
Look at the KX2 ALC meter - you need to adjust the audio levels so you 
have 4 bars solid on the ALC meter with the 5th bar flickering.


 While in transmit there is NO SIGNAL leaving the radio. NO power bars 
show. Turning the mic gain does nothing.



Tom




On 7/22/2017 2:30 PM, Tommy wrote:
I have tried every way possible to this point. When I have CAT 
selected I get a green test cat button, pushing it does nothing but 
turn it white then after a few seconds it goes to green. Pushing test 
PTT keys the rig, the button turns RED and I see no signal going out 
of the radio. Choosing the VOX setting does nothing apparently. PTT 
is grayed out and the test button does nothing and stays white. My 
CAT controls are set like yours are.


ARG!

I REALLY appreciate everyone's help and patiences so far.




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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

   I have tried every way possible to this point. When I have CAT 
selected I get a green test cat button, pushing it does nothing but turn 
it white then after a few seconds it goes to green. Pushing test PTT 
keys the rig, the button turns RED and I see no signal going out of the 
radio. Choosing the VOX setting does nothing apparently. PTT is grayed 
out and the test button does nothing and stays white. My CAT controls 
are set like yours are.


ARG!

I REALLY appreciate everyone's help and patiences so far.

Tom - KB2SMS


On 07/22/2017 02:02 PM, Tim Boppre wrote:
Sorry, yes, I shouldn't have added in the SignaLink comment in my 
reply as that's not the problem.


In the PTT Method portion of the Radio dialog box is the PTT Method 
set to "CAT" instead of "VOX"?


To clarify, the Port drop-down in the PTT Method portion of the Radio 
settings tab is only enabled when you select DTR or RTS.


If I select either of these and select COM7 for my KX2 cable I can 
successfully "Test CAT" but "Test PTT" does not key the radio.


If I select VOX "Test CAT" will work but "Test PTT" is greyed out (not 
an option.)


If I select CAT both "Test CAT" functions and "Test PTT" keys the radio.


My settings for CAT Control are:

Serial Port: COM7
Baud rate: 38400 (matches the radio)
Data bits: 8
Stop bits: 2
Handshake: None
Force Contol Lines: DTR and RTS are blank


73,

Tim
KA9EAK







On Sat, Jul 22, 2017 at 12:44 PM, Tommy <tomm...@hvc.rr.com 
<mailto:tomm...@hvc.rr.com>> wrote:


Tim,

  My KX2 utility is not running. I unplugged the signalink USB
cable and replugged it in and the "Test cat" turns green. However,
when I hit that button it turns white then after a few seconds
turns green again but the radio does NOT key.

In my device manager I see a com3 and this shows up in WSJT-X but
when selected it still doesn't work.

This is insane. I'm receiving and decoding fine now, it's just the
transmit now that's my problem.


Tom




On 07/22/2017 01:09 PM, KA9EAK wrote:

Tom:

Yes, I am using the KX2 USB cable and it shows up on COM7 in
my PC and yes,
the 3.5mm plug is in the ACC jack on the radio.

I was re-reading the thread and noticed that earlier in the
thread KN3ILZ
outlined the steps to configure. Your response of only USB in
the Serial
Port drop-down indicates that WSJT-X doesn't see the KX2 USB
cable. I had
this happen to me until I realized that I still had the KX2
utility app
running. It had the com port. Once I shut that down the com
port was freed
and COM7 showed up in the Serial Port drop-down in WSJT-X. Is
the KX2
utility app still running on your PC?

On the File\Settings\Radio tab I have selected the rig as
Elecraft K3/KX3
the serial port as COM7 and my PTT Method is CAT, not VOX.

As KN3ILZ said, click the Test CAT button and if it turns
green it's
configured properly.

I have the jumpers and cables for the SignaLink USB to KX2 as
well. I've
just never used them. If this hasn't solved the problem I can
try it out
with my SignaLink USB when I get home.

73,

Tim
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Tim,

  My KX2 utility is not running. I unplugged the signalink USB cable 
and replugged it in and the "Test cat" turns green. However, when I hit 
that button it turns white then after a few seconds turns green again 
but the radio does NOT key.


In my device manager I see a com3 and this shows up in WSJT-X but when 
selected it still doesn't work.


This is insane. I'm receiving and decoding fine now, it's just the 
transmit now that's my problem.



Tom



On 07/22/2017 01:09 PM, KA9EAK wrote:

Tom:

Yes, I am using the KX2 USB cable and it shows up on COM7 in my PC and yes,
the 3.5mm plug is in the ACC jack on the radio.

I was re-reading the thread and noticed that earlier in the thread KN3ILZ
outlined the steps to configure. Your response of only USB in the Serial
Port drop-down indicates that WSJT-X doesn't see the KX2 USB cable. I had
this happen to me until I realized that I still had the KX2 utility app
running. It had the com port. Once I shut that down the com port was freed
and COM7 showed up in the Serial Port drop-down in WSJT-X. Is the KX2
utility app still running on your PC?

On the File\Settings\Radio tab I have selected the rig as Elecraft K3/KX3
the serial port as COM7 and my PTT Method is CAT, not VOX.

As KN3ILZ said, click the Test CAT button and if it turns green it's
configured properly.

I have the jumpers and cables for the SignaLink USB to KX2 as well. I've
just never used them. If this hasn't solved the problem I can try it out
with my SignaLink USB when I get home.

73,

Tim
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Bob,

   I have the appropriate cables for the Signalink to radio. Everything 
is hooked up per instructions. I've even got my KXUSB cable connected 
and I'm only able to receive and decode. Transmitting is now my problem.


SO frustrating.

Tom


On 07/22/2017 01:26 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote:
The SignaLink is only handling audio.  You need a separate cable 
between the radio and computer for CAT control.


73

Bob, K4TAX


On 7/22/2017 11:18 AM, Tommy wrote:

Hi Tim,

Thanks for responding! I keep getting a "rig control error, do 
you want to reconfigure the radio interface?" when I key the radio. 
I've tried seemingly everything so far to no avail.  I have the 2 
signalink cables in the right ports and no matter what options I try 
in rig control I get the error. I HAVE ordered one of those USB sound 
cards but this signalink should work. I AM receiving signals and 
decoding them. Are you using the KXUSB with your set up and if so, 
whick port on the KX2 is it in? Right now I've got mine in the acc. 
jack. Like I said, I'm trying everything with no luck.


Tom - KB2SMS


On 07/22/2017 11:00 AM, KA9EAK wrote:

Tom:

I just recently got FT8 going with my KX2. I also have a SignaLink 
USB but
chose not to haul it along for portable operation. I purchased a 
$6.49 USB

soundcard and it works great! If you are looking for a more portable
alternative I have the details of my configuration posted on my blog:
https://outbackofbeyond.wordpress.com/2017/07/21/fasten-your-seat-belts-for-ft8-camp/ 

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73,

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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Hi Tim,

Thanks for responding! I keep getting a "rig control error, do you 
want to reconfigure the radio interface?" when I key the radio. I've 
tried seemingly everything so far to no avail.  I have the 2 signalink 
cables in the right ports and no matter what options I try in rig 
control I get the error. I HAVE ordered one of those USB sound cards but 
this signalink should work. I AM receiving signals and decoding them. 
Are you using the KXUSB with your set up and if so, whick port on the 
KX2 is it in? Right now I've got mine in the acc. jack. Like I said, I'm 
trying everything with no luck.


Tom - KB2SMS


On 07/22/2017 11:00 AM, KA9EAK wrote:

Tom:

I just recently got FT8 going with my KX2. I also have a SignaLink USB but
chose not to haul it along for portable operation. I purchased a $6.49 USB
soundcard and it works great! If you are looking for a more portable
alternative I have the details of my configuration posted on my blog:
https://outbackofbeyond.wordpress.com/2017/07/21/fasten-your-seat-belts-for-ft8-camp/


73,

Tim
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Hi Neil,

   Thanks for the info. I do have Dimension 4.


On 07/22/2017 01:08 AM, Neil Zampella wrote:

Tom,

You do not 'set up' auto sequencing and standard messages, the program 
does that.   All you need to do is enter your Callsign and GRID in the 
settings for the program.   You also need to make sure that you have a 
good time sync program as time is critical with JT65/JT9 and MOST 
critical with FT8.


A program like Dimension 4 will sync against the Bureau of Standards 
time server, or other servers that may be closer to you.I use the 
Naval Observatory time server myself to sync my laptop every 10 minutes.


Neil, KN3ILZ.


On 7/21/2017 2:43 PM, Tommy wrote:

Hi Rich and gang,

   I'm FINALLY making some progress here. I hooked up the KXUSB to 
the ACC. port on the KX2 and the speaker cable from the Signalink to 
the phone jack on the KX2 and I'm now seeing and decoding signals. 
I'm seeing my monitor data on PSKreporter as well. Hitting "tune" in 
WSJT keys the rig. Haven't tried sending a CW yet as I'm now trying 
to figure out how to set up the auto respond/generate std msgs. 
feature. The wide graph doesn't look right to me, looks "nasty". I 
see faint WIDE signals through horizontal lines from top to bottom.


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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Hi Rich and gang,

   I'm FINALLY making some progress here. I hooked up the KXUSB to the 
ACC. port on the KX2 and the speaker cable from the Signalink to the 
phone jack on the KX2 and I'm now seeing and decoding signals. I'm 
seeing my monitor data on PSKreporter as well. Hitting "tune" in WSJT 
keys the rig. Haven't tried sending a CW yet as I'm now trying to figure 
out how to set up the auto respond/generate std msgs. feature. The wide 
graph doesn't look right to me, looks "nasty". I see faint WIDE signals 
through horizontal lines from top to bottom.


Tom - KB2SMS



On 07/21/2017 10:12 AM, Richard Ferch wrote:

The SignaLink has nothing to do with rig control. All it is is a
single-channel sound card, plus an external VOX circuit to generate PTT.
You don't need the VOX circuit with elecraft rigs, their own VOX works fine
in digital modes, so all you are getting from the SignaLink is the sound
card. You can get better sound cards for less, but if you already have a
SignaLink, you can use it as your sound card.

What you need for rig control is a serial port connection to the rig's
serial control port. The KXUSB is your best bet, or if you already have a
serial port or a USB-to-serial adapter, you can use a KXSER between the
serial port and the KX2.

In WSJT-X, for PTT you can simply use VOX, which does not require rig
control, or if you have rig control working, you can have the rig control
do the PTT. Apart from that, what rig control really gives you is frequency
control. In addition to giving you instant band changes and avoiding
logging contacts on the wrong band, rig control also enables WSJT-X's Split
capability, which tunes the rig's dial frequency automatically in order to
keep the audio tones you are using between 1500 Hz and 2000 Hz. This helps
avoid transmitting spurious signals created by audio harmonics, and it
ensures that the transmitted power does not drop off towards the edges of
the receiver bandpass.

Rig control is certainly worthwhile, but it needs something separate from
the SignaLink.

73,
Rich VE3KI

KB2SMS wrote:


Thanks for the info. I'm using a Signalink because I have one and bought
the appropriate cable for it. My issue is with the com port apparently.
WSJT-X won't let me select one, it just says "USB" with no other choices.

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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Well I have a Signalink and the appropriate cables for the KX2. This 
should work. It seems to be a com port issue and I can't change the 
setting within WSJT-X for some reason.  My laptop has only a speaker jack.


Tom



On 07/21/2017 09:20 AM, Luke via Elecraft wrote:

Just out of curiosity, is there an advantage to using a Signalink with your 
KX2? I simply use the KX3-PCKT cables to pass the audio in/out directly to my 
laptop without any other interface. Granted, it doesn't allow me rig control 
from the computer, but I can easily change bands on the radio manually. While 
it's not as full-featured as having complete rig control, it at least saves me 
the headache of a second device, and rig communication problems :)

Hope to see you on FT8 soon!

Luke
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Thanks for the info. I'm using a Signalink because I have one and bought 
the appropriate cable for it. My issue is with the com port apparently. 
WSJT-X won't let me select one, it just says "USB" with no other choices.


Tom



On 07/21/2017 09:14 AM, Neil Zampella wrote:

Tom,

Why are you using a Signalink ???Its not needed for WSJT-X, and 
I'm not sure that its needed for any other digital mode. You can 
connect the KX to your computer using the steps below.


1.   Find yourself a good USB external soundcard that provides a 
48,000 Hz DVD quality INPUT and OUTPUT.WSJT-X requires this, you 
can pick one up at Amazon for less than $30, or get a good one for 
$70.  I'm not sure the Signalink provides that DVD quality out.
2.   Use the KUSB cable for CAT control.  WSJT-X will use it for PTT 
and Freq control.
3.   Get two 2.5mm cables for the stereo in and out and hook them up 
to the external soundcard.
4.   Set the Windows audio in for the soundcard at 100, and use the AF 
knob to set the dB in to WSJT-X
5.Use the rig's PWR knob to set the output power, and then when in 
tx, set the MIC knob to show 4 bars of ALC


That's it ... in WSJT-X set the rig for K3/KX3,  set the serial port 
as the same one that the KUSB is assigned to, baud rate at 38400, 8 
data bits, 2 stop bits, no handshake, PTT at CAT, Mode at Data/Pkt, 
Split at RIG.  Once its setup, the TEST CAT button there should turn 
green, you can then click the TEST PTT and it will kick the rig in.


Hope this helps,

Neil, KN3ILZ



On 7/21/2017 8:08 AM, Tommy wrote:

Hi folks,

 Trying to get WSJT-X going with FT8 and my new KX2. I keep 
getting a "/Hamlib error/: IO /error/ while opening connection to 
rig" error. I have the right cables and jumper module in the 
signalink, Radio selection is KX3 (it's supposed to work), USB and 
VOX is selected and VOX is ON. 8 bits, one stop and handshake NONE. 
No matter what I do I still get the error.


Any ideas please? It's driving me nuts! This shouldn't be this 
difficult. Any help appreciated.


Tom - KB2SMS







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Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

Hi Kevin,

  Sorry about that, Windows 8.1. USB is selected for serial port.

Tom



On 07/21/2017 08:19 AM, kevino z wrote:
Have you tried using FLrig? I use FLrig with my KX2 and KX3, then 
FLdigi talks to FLrig.
Also, make sure your comm port is the right one. I assume you’re on 
windows, but you didn’t mention. So, which OS are you on?

-Kevin (KK4YEL)


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On Jul 21, 2017, at 08:10, Tommy <tomm...@hvc.rr.com 
<mailto:tomm...@hvc.rr.com>> wrote:



  Hi folks,

Trying to get WSJT-X going with FT8 and my new KX2. I keep 
getting a "/Hamlib error/: IO /error/ while opening connection to 
rig" error. I have the right cables and jumper module in the 
signalink, Radio selection is KX3 (it's supposed to work), USB and 
VOX is selected and VOX is ON. 8 bits, one stop and handshake NONE. 
No matter what I do I still get the error.


Any ideas please? It's driving me nuts! This shouldn't be this 
difficult. Any help appreciated.


Tom - KB2SMS

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[Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

[Tommy]

   Hi folks,

 Trying to get WSJT-X going with FT8 and my new KX2. I keep getting 
a "/Hamlib error/: IO /error/ while opening connection to rig" error. I 
have the right cables and jumper module in the signalink, Radio 
selection is KX3 (it's supposed to work), USB and VOX is selected and 
VOX is ON. 8 bits, one stop and handshake NONE. No matter what I do I 
still get the error.


Any ideas please? It's driving me nuts! This shouldn't be this 
difficult. Any help appreciated.


Tom - KB2SMS

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Re: [Elecraft] Just joined!

[Tommy]

 Thank you Wayne I will!

73!



On 06/26/2017 07:11 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Hi Tom,

Yes, the ATU will be installed at the factory. Let me know if you have 
questions about the rig.

73,
Wayne
N6KR



On Jun 26, 2017, at 4:06 PM, Tommy <tomm...@hvc.rr.com> wrote:

  Well I took the plunge and just ordered my first Elecraft radio, the KX2! I 
also ordered the ATU and battery/charger. Will the ATU be installed before 
shipping?

Just a quick hello. Been reading the mail list on the list web site and just 
joined it as well.

73!

Tom - KB2SMS





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[Elecraft] Just joined!

[Tommy]

  Well I took the plunge and just ordered my first Elecraft radio, the 
KX2! I also ordered the ATU and battery/charger. Will the ATU be 
installed before shipping?


Just a quick hello. Been reading the mail list on the list web site and 
just joined it as well.


73!

Tom - KB2SMS


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[Elecraft] K3/100F

[Tommy Berggren]

K3/100F FOR SALE,  Serial number 8236, factory assembled, no issues, little
use, DX chasing, from non-smoking/no pet home, first owner.  Included
options:



KAT3-F  Internal ATU with 2nd Ant Jack

KXV3A-F  RX Ant, IF Out and Xverter Interface

KTCX03-1-F  TXCO High Stability Ref Osc

KBPF3  General Coverage RX Module

KRX3-F  High Performance Subreceiver



Filter complement for both main and subreceiver:

Standard 2.7kHz 5-pole filter

KFL3A-1.8K-F 1.8kHz, 8-pole roofing filter

KFL3A-200-F  200 Hz,  5-pole filter

KFL3A-500-F   500 Hz,  5-pole filter

K3FLTMATCH 5-pole filter matching to 40Hz



USB Adapter for K3 (Sargent – after market)

DC power cord and Owner’s manual

Original box



Paid $4,485 in Apr 2014.  $2,850.00 (or best acceptable offer) shipped and
insured ground CONUS.   Prefer local sale Phoenix area.  Cashier’s check or
USPS MO.

73, Tommy  WE7K we7kham at gmail dot com
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[Elecraft] K3/100 FOR SALE

[Tommy Berggren]

K3/100F FS,  S/N 8236, factory assembled, no issues, little use, DX
chasing, from non-smoking/no pet home, first owner.  Included options:



KAT3-F  Internal ATU with 2nd Ant Jack

KXV3A-F  RX Ant, IF Out and Xverter Interface

KTCX03-1-F  TXCO High Stability Ref Osc

KBPF3  General Coverage RX Module

KRX3-F  High Performance Subreceiver



Filter complement for both main and subreceiver:

Standard 2.7kHz 5-pole filter

KFL3A-1.8K-F 1.8kHz, 8-pole roofing filter

KFL3A-200-F  200 Hz,  5-pole filter

KFL3A-500-F   500 Hz,  5-pole filter

K3FLTMATCH 5-pole filter matching to 40Hz



USB Adapter for K3 (Sargent – after market)

DC power cord and Owner’s manual

Original box



Paid $4,485 in Apr 2014.  $2,950.00 (or best acceptable offer) shipped and
insured ground CONUS.   Prefer local sale Phoenix area.  Cashier’s check or
USPS MO.

73, Tommy  WE7K we7kham at gmail dot com
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[Elecraft] K3/100F FOR SALE

[Tommy Berggren]

K3/100F FOR SALE,  Serial number 8236, factory assembled, no issues, little
use, DX chasing, from non-smoking/no pet home, first owner.  Included
options:



KAT3-F  Internal ATU with 2nd Ant Jack

KXV3A-F  RX Ant, IF Out and Xverter Interface

KTCX03-1-F  TXCO High Stability Ref Osc

KBPF3  General Coverage RX Module

KRX3-F  High Performance Subreceiver



Filter complement for both main and subreceiver:

Standard 2.7kHz 5-pole filter

KFL3A-1.8K-F 1.8kHz, 8-pole roofing filter

KFL3A-200-F  200 Hz,  5-pole filter

KFL3A-500-F   500 Hz,  5-pole filter

K3FLTMATCH 5-pole filter matching to 40Hz



USB Adapter for K3 (Sargent – after market)

DC power cord and Owner’s manual

Original box



Paid $4,485 in Apr 2014.  Would like $3,550 plus $25 contribution to
insured ground shipment to lower 48.  Prefer local sale Phoenix area.
Cashier’s check or USPS MO.

73, Tommy  WE7K we7kham at gmail dot com
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[Elecraft] K3/100 FOR SALE - Serial Number 8236

[Tommy Berggren]

FOR SALE:  K3/100 Serial Number 8236, Factory assembled/installed,  from
non-smoking home with no pets.

100 watt transceiver,  internal automatic antenna tuner with 2nd antenna
jack,  RX antenna  IF Out and Xverter  interface, high performance
subreceiver,  high stability reference oscillator, general coverage RX
module.  Main and subreceiver filters:  2.7 kHz 5-pole;  1.8 kHz 8-pole
roofing filter;  200 Hz 5 pole; 500 Hz 5-pole;  40 Hz matching of 5-pole
filter pairs.  DC power cord, universal serial bus adapter and Owner’s
Manual.  No issues.

Paid $4,484.70 plus shipping in April 2014.Would like $3,750 with
ground shipment and insurance to lower 48 included.  Cash, cashier’s check,
USPS MO.   Paypal OK but buyer would need to add 3% to cover fee.

Thanks for reading.  73, Tommy  WE7K
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[Elecraft] K3/100 For Sale

[Tommy Berggren]

FOR SALE:  K3/100 Serial Number 8236, Factory assembled/installed,  from
non-smoking home with no pets.

100 watt transceiver,  internal automatic antenna tuner with 2nd antenna
jack,  RX antenna  IF Out and Xverter  interface, high performance
subreceiver,  high stability reference oscillator, general coverage RX
module.  Main and subreceiver filters:  2.7 kHz 5-pole;  1.8 kHz 8-pole
roofing filter;  200 Hz 5 pole; 500 Hz 5-pole;  40 Hz matching of 5-pole
filter pairs.  DC power cord, universal serial bus adapter and Owner’s
Manual.

Paid $4,484.70 plus shipping in April 2014.Would like $3,750 with
ground shipment and insurance to lower 48 included.  Cash, cashier’s check,
USPS MO.   Paypal OK but buyer add 3% to cover fee.

Thanks for reading.  73 to all de Tommy  WE7K
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[Elecraft] TEST

[Tommy Berggren]

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[Elecraft] PR6 6-meter pre-amp

[Tommy Berggren]

In like new condition.  Non-smoker. $75 shipped ground lower 48.
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Re: [Elecraft] FW: Proper installation of PL 259's

[Tommy]

Hey ya 'young whippersnapper' calm down some? If you want to know 'stuff'
about Elecraft equipment, this IS the place. If you want to know something
about antennas/feed lines, try  www.towertalk.com  which is the correct
place for this PL259 thread in the first place. If you don't know where to
look for information, ASK! But just about every time someone says How do
you there are typically 30 to 100 responses of 'how I do it',
nothing related to Elecraft equipment. I'm sure the Elecraft reflector
moderator does not really have the time to stop these type threads every
time they get started simply because he is off helping make a company run. 

Tom - W4BQF (no longer a 'young whippersnapper')



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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Frank Precissi
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2013 12:28 AM
To: Elecraft Group
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] FW: Proper installation of PL 259's

On Tue, Nov 12, 2013 at 7:39 PM, Dr. William J. Schmidt, II 
b...@wjschmidt.com wrote:

 So far I've counted 96 posts on soldering connectors onto coax.  Really?


Yeah, really.

A lot of people take really common stuff for granted, like soldering
connectors onto coax.  For those of us who don't have decades of
experience/mistakes under their belt (and who got their ticket in the era of
the internet and pre-made coax), small things like this (which have big
impacts) are lost to convenience.

For every person like me who freely admits that I dont know the correct way
to solder a PL-259 and thought pre-made was 'good enough', there are
probably 10 who are too afraid to come forward to admit it.  You should be
happy that some of us /want/ to make their own coax instead of the premade
stuff.  Isn't that keeping a little part of the 'real' hobby alive.

I'll get off your lawn now.  Im just a young whippersnapper.

Frank
KG6EYC

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Re: [Elecraft] Testing Reflector

[Tommy]

You are correct Jim. When I was trying to get information onto the reflector
about my K3 audio problems, some of my emails too two to three days to
appear. At one point I thought the moderator was monitoring my post, but I
guess that was not the case. But randomly it is very SLOW!

73,
Tom - W4BQF



-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Bennett
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2013 1:40 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector
Subject: [Elecraft] Testing Reflector

My posts are not going through - wondering what's up.?

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 SSB got lost = Solution

[Tommy]

Again thanks to all who actually read my post and offered helpful
suggestions.

I have finally discovered the infamous operator error that caused my K3 to
lose rcvr audio when I would change modes from CW to SSB.

As mentioned in my original post, for the past 61 years I have been
primarily a CW operator, therefore seldom paid close (enough) attention to
the settings for the voice modes. Therefore when setting up the Rx
Equalization, I set it up for CW with the below setting:

50  100 200 400 800 160024003200

-16 -16 -6  +15 +16 -15 -16 -16

AND I did not set up Rx Equalization for USB/LSB. I did save the
configuration for CW. Obviously when I switched to USB or LSB, I could hear
no voice audio. It was only after discovering my 'operator error' I changed
USB/LSB to:

-16 -16 +16 +8  +12 +12 +12 -16

And now I have normal audio (to my ears) in all three modes.

Thanks again for your helpful suggestions and let's close this thread.

73,
Tom - W4BQF

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[Elecraft] FW: K3 SSB got lost = Solution

[Tommy]

Minor corrections to the entered values.

 

From: Tommy [mailto:alderm...@windstream.net] 
Sent: Friday, October 25, 2013 10:39 PM
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Cc: alderm...@windstream.net
Subject: Re: K3 SSB got lost = Solution

 

Again thanks to all who actually read my post and offered helpful
suggestions.

I have finally discovered the infamous operator error that caused my K3 to
lose rcvr audio when I would change modes from CW to SSB.

As mentioned in my original post, for the past 61 years I have been
primarily a CW operator, therefore seldom paid close (enough) attention to
the settings for the voice modes. Therefore when setting up the Rx
Equalization, I set it up for CW with the below setting:

50  100 200 400 800 160024003200

-16 -6 +15  +16 0  [CTA]   -15 -16 -16

AND I did not set up Rx Equalization for USB/LSB. I did save the
configuration for CW. Obviously when I switched to USB or LSB, I could hear
no voice audio. It was only after discovering my 'operator error' I changed
USB/LSB to:

-16 -16 -16 +8  +12 +12[CTA] +12 -16

And now I have normal audio (to my ears) in all three modes.

Thanks again for your helpful suggestions and let's close this thread.

73,

Tom - W4BQF

[CTA] 

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 SSB audio got lost

[Tommy]

Now I am in real trouble!!

This morning when I turned on my K3, in hopes of being able to perform some
positive troubleshooting on my lost USB and LSB rcvr audio, I went to the
20m SSB band and lo and behold my USB rcvr audio is NOW WORKING!! 
I have done nothing to my K3 except for having gone over the menu
configurations numerous times, so I don't know what caused the problem nor
what fixed it. A worrisome result - but it's now working!

Many thanks to all who offered helpful suggestions.they were all greatly
appreciated.

73,
Tom - W4BQF

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Test

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[Elecraft] FW: K3 - SSB audio get lost !

[Tommy]

 

 

From: Tommy [mailto:alderm...@windstream.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 10:17 PM
To: 'elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net'
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 - SSB audio get lost !

 

Thanks to all asking about my filter configuration.

 

I have my 2.7kc/1.0kc/0.5kc/0.3kc filters all enabled for CW/ LSB/ USB/ and
DATA.

 

And to clarify my original post, I am talking about receive audio and not
transmitted audio. 

 

73,

Tom - W4BQF

 

 

 

From: John Parker [mailto:johnj...@verizon.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 10:04 PM
To: Tommy
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - SSB audio get lost !

 

Is it possible that your 2.7/2.8 Khz filter is not selected for SSB in the
configuration?

Good luck with this, 73, John WB4UHC

 

 

  _  

From: Tommy alderm...@windstream.net mailto:alderm...@windstream.net 
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net  
Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 10:39 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 - SSB audio get lost !


I am having a configuration issue that I have spent hours trying to figure
out and need some help please.

As a CW person, I seldom operate SSB and I am trying to get set up for this
weekend's CQWW SSB test. Below are some of my configuration for my K3 and
the attached are jpg configuration sheets from K3 EZ. In any band in the SSB
portion, I have no audio output any time I am in the USB or LSB mode,
however if I change from USB to CW, I have normal audio but of course I
can't copy the SSB signals. This is true whether I have my SUB turned on or
not. I have my CM-500 headset plugged into the rear of my K3 and I have the
RS20S headset plugged into the front panel PHONES jack and I have no audio
with either or both of the headsets plugged in. With both headsets removed,
I have no speaker audio in the SSB mode, but normal audio in the CW or AM
mode.

Any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

In CONFIG I have:

SPKRS = 1
SPKR+PH = YES
L-MIX-R = A  b

Thanks for your input and 73,

Tom - W4BQF

PS: I have been trying to configuration pictures from K3-EZ but nothing is
getting onto the reflector.

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[Tommy Alderman]

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[Elecraft] FW: Test

[Tommy]

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Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 4:17 PM
To: 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net'
Subject: Test


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[Elecraft] K3 - SSB audio get lost !

[Tommy]

I am having a configuration issue that I have spent hours trying to figure
out and need some help please.

As a CW person, I seldom operate SSB and I am trying to get set up for this
weekend's CQWW SSB test. Below are some of my configuration for my K3 and
the attached are jpg configuration sheets from K3 EZ. In any band in the SSB
portion, I have no audio output any time I am in the USB or LSB mode,
however if I change from USB to CW, I have normal audio but of course I
can't copy the SSB signals. This is true whether I have my SUB turned on or
not. I have my CM-500 headset plugged into the rear of my K3 and I have the
RS20S headset plugged into the front panel PHONES jack and I have no audio
with either or both of the headsets plugged in. With both headsets removed,
I have no speaker audio in the SSB mode, but normal audio in the CW or AM
mode.

Any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

In CONFIG I have:

SPKRS = 1
SPKR+PH = YES
L-MIX-R = A   b

Thanks for your input and 73,

Tom - W4BQF

PS: I have been trying to configuration pictures from K3-EZ but nothing is
getting onto the reflector.

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[Elecraft] K3 - SSB audio got lost !

[Tommy]

I am having a configuration issue that I have spent hours trying to figure
out and need some help please.

As a CW person, I seldom operate SSB but I am trying to get set up for this
weekend's CQWW SSB contest. I have tried posting two configuration pages
from K3-EZ but with the file size limitation of about 30 kb and I exceed
that. Below are some of my configuration for my K3. In any band in the SSB
portion, I have no audio output anytime I am in the USB or LSB mode, however
if I change from USB/LSB to CW, I have normal audio but of course I can't
copy the SSB signals. This is true whether I have my SUB rx turned on or
not. I have my CM-500 headset plugged into the rear of the K3 and I have
RadioSport RS20S headset plugged into the front panel PHONES jack and I have
no audio in the SSB mode with either or both of the headsets plugged in.
With both headsets removed, I have no speaker audio in USB or LSB mode, but
normal audio in the CW or AM mode.

In CONFIG I have:

SPKRS = 1
SPKR + PH =YES
L-MIX-R = A  b
 
I am pretty sure I have one configuration set incorrect, but using both the
Elecraft K3 Owner's Manual and Fred's 'The Elecraft K3' manual, so far I
cannot find what I have incorrect.

Any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

73,
Tom - W4BQF


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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Current Drain When Off

[Tommy]

Another case of YMMV..!! My 75amp, supplying 12 vdc to everything on my
desk, has been turned on for the past 9 1/2 years, with the few exceptions
of when I was attaching leads to my distribution panel. And I live in south
Georgia, just an alligator spit from the Florida line.

Tom - W4BQF


-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of George Danner
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 2:26 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Current Drain When Off

Jim,
I turn off all the power to the Ham equipment when it is not going to be
used in the next several hours.
I have a single switch for power feeding the equipment.
I lived in South Florida so protecting electronic equipment is built-in!
73
George
AI4VZ



-Original Message- 
From: Jim Brown

On 10/16/2013 10:50 AM, Jim N7US wrote:
 I turn my Astron P/S off after turning off my K3 for the night.  Should I 
 be
 leaving the P/S on?


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Re: [Elecraft] Keyer weighting (was 'Elecraft keyer chip replacement')

[Tommy]

Certainly not picking on Ralph's comments, but I have a question. As a CW
operator for some 61 years, I have always wondered why a lot of CW operators
adjust their sending weight to suit their own ears (taste)? Do they then sit
back and send to themselves because their weight adjustment sounds good to
them? For instance, what if Ralph calls CQ with his weight on the 'heavy'
side (52%) and since I prefer a normal 3 to 1 ratio, I probably will
not call him because to me his CW sounds pretty bad. If we could back up a
step and all CW operators set their weight to the 'normal'  three to one
weight, wouldn't that be more ideal? Then if someone ask you to change your
weight to the 'heavy side', you could then comply with that persons wishes? 

I used to run QRQ and if your weight was set to anything other than the
standard 3/1 and you were sending at over 50 wpm, not too many folks could
copy you. If you operate in very many contest, your CW is going to stick out
like a sore thumb if your weight is anything other than the standard.

So why not stick what has been the standard for a very many years?

Again, I am not knocking how Ralph likes to make his outgoing CW sound.

73,
Tom - W4BQF




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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ralph Parker
Sent: Thursday, August 22, 2013 1:48 PM
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Keyer weighting (was 'Elecraft keyer chip replacement')

Many people confuse ratio with weight. 'Weight' makes both the dots and
dashes longer (or shorter), but preserves the 3:1 ratio between the two.
I've used some radios with internal keyers that have adjustable weight
(wrongly named) that only makes the dots longer. Sounds terrible, IMHO.

I prefer my weight slightly on the 'heavy' side (52% on my Super CMOS III).
'Choppy' sounding CW usually means that the weighting is too light.

I always use an external keyer that does exactly what I want, except in a
contest, where my microHam keyer (via N1MM) has provisions for correctly
changing weight. Sounds good either way.

My internal keyers are for emergency use only.

Ralph, VE7XF

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Re: [Elecraft] Just a thought

[Tommy]

NOTHING goes around a corner like a Porsche !!!

My Mini Cooper S does a great simulation, but it is not a Porsche!

Tom - W4BQF


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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Tim Hague
Sent: Friday, August 16, 2013 11:59 AM
To: Fred Smith
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Just a thought

Yes but they didn't go round  corners like a Porsche:)!

Best regards, Tim Hague
Skype m0afj.Tim
Sent on my iPad


On 16 Aug 2013, at 15:32, Fred Smith m...@totalhighspeed.com wrote:

 Very well put and true.except when it comes to cars then it has to 
 be a Carol Shelby 2013 Mustang again all AMERICAN MADE. But they 
 were all sold before production even started, it was the highest HP 
 engine ever produced in a production car in excess of 850 HP. If you 
 had one of them you could trade for a dozen Porsche's and still have 
 money left over. It was one of those cars that if you had to ask how much
it was you couldn't afford it.
 
 Not like Elecraft radios and equipment where the highest performance 
 is at the most reasonable cost of any.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 73,
 Fred/N0AZZ
 K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100
 P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sent: Friday, August 16, 2013 8:30 AM
 To: 'Mike'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Just a thought
 
 Mike,
I bet the equipment is donated and besides these non-USA manufacturers
 have been advertising and thus supporting the league for many years.
They
 also make good gear but remember that there are one hell of a lot of K3,
K2
 and KX3 radios being used outside North America.   Our hobby is world wide
-
 DX is the driving point for many of us.   Note also that ARRL remains
aloof
 as it needs to if producing credible reviews in QST.
 
Competition is good.   The old USA manufactures lost it with SSB and
 solid state electronics for a number of years.   Now there is a new group
of
 companies really competing.   I bet no one offers the service and
attention
 to its customers that Elecraft does.   The bar has been lifted and the
 standard of radios from overseas has also improved but can they match 
 the personal touch of Eric, Wayne and friends?
 
 Yes I am happy to see my country of birth and citizenship again
 producing quality ham radio equipment.   It is natural to feel this way
but
 my dream car is still a Porsche.
 
  73 Doug EI2CN
 
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 [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike
 Sent: 16 August 2013 11:30
 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
 Subject: [Elecraft] Just a thought
 
 Septembers QST arrived the other day and on page 13 is a run down of W1AW.
 Noticed its loaded with all non U.S. made rigs! No Elecraft or Ten Tec 
 rigs both made in America.
 Just a thought that makes me go h? 
 Mike
 VE3WDM
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