Hi Terry,
It works with mine.
When AGC OFF if you have a huge sig, i.e 59+ it block and you can't hear it any
more, only see the bargraph. You need to use the RF knob and adjust in order to
hear it agn.
Bst 73's
Philippe A65BI
K3#3616
Terry g4...@sennen-cove.com 10-12-2009 18:40
Sorry I have
Ken Alexander-2 wrote:
OK, this is SLOWLY starting to come together for me (as most things do).
I see they also sell the interface with the Voip feature included. Is
that Voip connection going to be good enough to use PSK-31? I guess
that'll depend on the quality of the connection.
chen dave wrote:
any way, I can use wireless network to control my K3 even I am on bed. :)
I do the same (I have back trouble, sometimes sitting at a desk causes pain)
but using Remote Desktop and IP-Sound.
It seems to me that there is little to gain from using the Ethernet to
Serial
Hallett, Charles W wrote:
I am not a computer network guy, and getting the remote to work outside my
own LAN is what I am working on now. This is impeded somewhat by my lack
of access to a different LAN.
Hi Fred. I'm not an expert, just an amateur who learns stuff by mistakes
(usually a
Paul Huff-3 wrote:
I think that I have finally saved up enough money to purchase my
long-desired
K2. But there are two thoughts that cause me to hesitate:
First, is the K2 long in the tooth? Am I spending a significant amount
of
money on technology that is on it's way to being
Dick,
Thanks for the info, but I don't think K3_EZ can upload (write) to the K3.
The main reason I use such a program is to make it easy to load 80 +
memories into the radio. Again, it is incredible to me this can't be done in
the K3I have been doing this in various radios for well over 5
Hello Paul,
I would like to add some of my views.
K2 is a radio which is actually serviceable by yourself. It is still one of
the best radio for field day and portable operation. Bearing in mind, the
standby current of K2 could be as low as 180mA which is lower than that of K3.
Don is
Hello,
I read very positive information about diversity mode, that you can use two
different polarization antennas to better performance, or just the TX
antenna and a beverage, right?
But I have a doubt.
What is the field experience when using the main TX antenna and a beverage
and you have a
Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote:
I read very positive information about diversity mode, that you can use
two
different polarization antennas to better performance, or just the TX
antenna and a beverage, right?
But I have a doubt.
What is the field experience when using the main TX
Hola Bill!
Thanks !
And can you setup to have two RX antennas for listening on diversity mode or
always one of the antennas must be the TX antenna?
So, you TX in the inv-V and listen in one beverage and in the RX 4SQ array
in diversity mode.
73,
Jorge
CX6VM/CW5W
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Folks,
you might like to look at www.remoterig.com for an alternative. This is
not designed for the K2/3, but does two serial port servers so you get
rig control and, for example rotator control as well as VOIP. The are
quite expensive but I am just starting to get to grips with mine
73
Wayne,
The main function needed is to be able to build a database on the computer
with all needed memories, mode, etc. then write (upload) to the K3. Also, be
able to read the K3 memories and store in the computer.
Hope this helps.
Jack
W4GRJ
From: wayne burdick [via Elecraft]
Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote:
And can you setup to have two RX antennas for listening on diversity mode
or
always one of the antennas must be the TX antenna?
So, you TX in the inv-V and listen in one beverage and in the RX 4SQ array
in diversity mode.
Yes, I normally use two RX
Both 3.66 and 3.67 appear to be available as Beta downloads. I haven't yet
installed 3.66. Should I skip it and move on to 3.67?
73 to all
Geoff
G3UCK
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Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Beta Firmware Rev. 3.66: AF output protection
K3
Good Morning!! No real subject here. just a link to a video I just
made to the joy of Morse code, DX and a wonderful radio with new knobs.
What could be better?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4176778464/
Bill Hammond-AK5X
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K3 #69
K2/100
Larry, VE3LR wrote:
As we age the brain (or at least mine) gets confused so easy..the love
of my life (my K3) works flawlessly in CAT with HRD using Elecraft's
serial/USB cable. CW Skimmer also works flawlessly (using 3KHZ mode) but I
cannot get the CAT side of CW Skimmer to
+1 vote for.
Mike NF4L
w4grj wrote:
Wayne,
The main function needed is to be able to build a database on the computer
with all needed memories, mode, etc. then write (upload) to the K3. Also, be
able to read the K3 memories and store in the computer.
Hope this helps.
Jack
Take the latest one out there. Wayne advances the version for cause. 73, Guy.
On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 9:48 AM, Geoffrey Downs
geoff...@downs.globalnet.co.uk wrote:
Both 3.66 and 3.67 appear to be available as Beta downloads. I haven't yet
installed 3.66. Should I skip it and move on to 3.67?
Wondering if anyone has a suggestion of a solid state amp or pushing the K3
PA to obtain 150 watts out on 160m?
A kit or HB would be fine...
73,
Julius
n2wn
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N2WN
Tennessee Contest Group
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Tennessee QSO Party
http://www.tnqp.org/
Elecraft
I'm working on software that will create and store an unlimited number of
computer-based memories. I'm currently saving only Frequency and Mode. What
other parameters should be included in each 'Memory'??
tnx,
David, W4SMT
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Hi Jorge,
I was using five different antennas during ARRL 160 for receive. The main Tx
antenna (72' Marconi), a 40m vertical, 40m delta loop, 80m Marconi (45') and
a 330' beverage.
QRN was not horrible during the contest but we did have a storm front
rolling through the area and regardless
Julius,
Do you want to amplify 10 watts to 150 watts, or 100 watts to 150 watts? The
former is nearly 12dB- about 2 S-units - while the latter is less than 2dB -
about 1/3 of an S-unit, a difference which would be very difficult to
discern on the air.
--
73 -- Brian -- K1LI
On Fri, Dec 11, 2009
Hi Brian
100 to 150...
Sometimes that's all you need to go from n2? to n2wn ;o)
It may not be realistic, but might be fun to play with if not too expensive.
All the 160 contests allow LP to 150 watts...
73,
Julius
Brian Machesney wrote:
Julius,
Do you want to amplify 10 watts to 150
For HF purposes, the only other parameter that would be nice is power
setting.
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Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 10:49 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject:
I want one too
... Craig AC0DS
Wondering if anyone has a suggestion of a solid state amp or pushing
the K3
PA to obtain 150 watts out on 160m?
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Dang!
Competition ;o)
Craig D. Smith wrote:
I want one too
... Craig AC0DS
Wondering if anyone has a suggestion of a solid state amp or pushing
the K3
PA to obtain 150 watts out on 160m?
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I probably should point out that KComm has a feature called Shortcuts that
allow you to save the current frequency and mode in a list on the right. You
can then execute (recall) any shortcut with a double-click. It doesn't save
the power level, but as each shortcut is stored as a sequence of K3
On Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:00:52 -0800, Lyle Johnson wrote:
See URL:http://new.remoterig.com/en/index.htm
Their solution includes data and audio over Ethernet. They also mention
support for CW.
K6VVA has been using this product for his remote base on a remote mountaintop
for contesting for
David Fleming wrote:
I'm working on software that will create and store an unlimited number of
computer-based memories. I'm currently saving only Frequency and Mode. What
other parameters should be included in each 'Memory'??
tnx,
David, W4SMT
I am interested in buying a K3 but I would really like to test a K3 out
before I commit to a purchase. I was wondering if there any K3 owners in NH
that wouldn't showing me a demonstration of the radio and maybe operate it
for a few minutes. I have read all of the reviews and specifications and I
Agree with having a Label field with each memory location
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Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 11:45 AM
To: df...@yahoo.com
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re:
Very interesting, indeed!
To all worrying about power consumption of the W2 (when connected to the
K3's 12 V output), it hardly ever reaches 500 mA with LED brightness set to
maximum - and some 100 mA when set to minimum (which IMHO is more than
bright enough).
We'll be making a number of
Hello all,
my name is David Quental, calls CT1DRB, OK8RB, CU3HQ and now T6AG.
Some days ago I bought a new K3 to me, however just next April will see
it. At that time I will assemble.
Now I am in Afghanistan using call T6AG, it seems for states propagation
is not so good and due to diferent
Now that I'm enjoying SWLing again, I'd like to try to decode Digital
Radio Mondiale. Has anyone succeeded in doing this without buying a
purpose-built DRM receiver?
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Wondering if anyone has a suggestion of a solid state amp or pushing
the K3 PA to obtain 150 watts out on 160m?
Why can't you just hook up 120 volts AC as your power source instead of that
puny little 12 volts DC thing. Not only would you get 10 times the voltage
which
according to Ohm's
Still looking for the KXB30?. auric...@yaho.com
Casey-3 wrote:
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So I just installed the KXB3080 and completed the 2 resistor power mod but
now my ATU doesn't seem to be working. It gives me power and SWR reading
when I use the tune function but I don't hear the relays clicking and it
isn't matching anything anymore. It might be unrelated but also it seems to
Jack,
At $700 I will stick with my W7ZOI power meter with its 40 dB power tap
and my Tandem Match! I have calibration data that Bob Friess provided
on my Power meter from 1 MHz to 500 MHz (and ham band intervals in
between). The Tandem Match tracks that data quite well in its basic
I'm using MultiMode with my Mac and K3 to decode PSK31. I cannot
get enough level out of the stereo out on the K3 to get a good
decode, even though I adjust in software on the K3. What am I doing
wrong? The Mackintosh platform is limited when it comes to radio
software. Are there any
In all seriousness
I don't think I would juice the K3 to get 150 watts out. Some did that with
the K2 but I am a little reluctant to do that with a $2K+ rig.
Of course your mileage may varybut find a cheap amp. Like an AL80A. You
can get them for around 700 dollars on Ebay. I
Though I am not sure it will solve your problem, you may want to try
Cocoamodem software. IMHO it is superior to MultiMode and is free.
http://homepage.mac.com/chen/w7ay/cocoaModem/index.html
I'm using MultiMode with my Mac and K3 to decode PSK31. I cannot
get enough level out of the
I am reminded of the recent sale item from Elecraft. The 2010 ARRL Handbook
is to have a 250 Watt HF amp design in it. One ought to be able to drop the
K3 output appropriately to drive it to 150 Watts.
73,
Dick - KA5KKT
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I'll second that! Cocoamodem is the best decoder solution out there IMO..
David, W4SMT
--- On Fri, 12/11/09, WA6L w...@arrl.net wrote:
From: WA6L w...@arrl.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PSK31
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Date: Friday, December 11, 2009, 12:53 PM
Though I am not sure it
Well I figured out my problem (operator error). The ATU was in Calibrate mode
and not Tune mode. So it is working now. However, when I try to tune 30m the
power jumps straight to 6.3W (!) and doesn't fluctuate like the power
reading does on other bands (40m jumps from around 4.6-5.1 watts with a
You should be able to increase the input gain in your
soundcard in order to make Multimode decode correctly.
The K3 has more than adequate level even with Line Out
= 10 to drive most quality soundcards at input gain
around 50%.
In any case, cocoaModem is a much superior digital
application
Jorge,
When there is QRN I find that Beverage is the best antenna to use, even
though the Inverted-L is better at times. Having both available is great. I
have configured the inner knob AF control of the K3 to control BOTH
receivers and the outer AF knob to control the audio balance between the
From 100 to 150, for 1.7 dB, when Bell Laboratories research (with
huge capital investment and telephone maintenance dollars on the line)
determined that 3 dB was the signal strength change discernment for
most people?
It's amazing how these slim changes hold on with hams and spend their
money,
Paul...
I have owned a K2 for about three years now. It replaced an FT990. Is is
fully loaded [NB, SSB, DSP AMP].
I'm not an expert on state of the art, but do have some subjective
comments. It's a great little rig. I'm completely pleased with it. I
bought it specifically for its performance
Hi Richard,
Others have already mentioned cocoaModem. Fldigi also runs on the Mac.
Fldigi supports a few less commonly used modes that cocoaModem doesn't
(Olivia, MT-63, Thor, Throb). cocoaModem supports HF-FAX and SITOR-B
reception which fldigi doesn't.
I find Fldigi easier to use for
Communications Concepts can help. www.communication-concepts.com/
Frank - W4NHJ
Julius Fazekas n2wn wrote:
Wondering if anyone has a suggestion of a solid state amp or pushing the
K3 PA to obtain 150 watts out on 160m?
A kit or HB would be fine...
73,
Julius
n2wn
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Guy Olinger K2AV wrote:
From 100 to 150, for 1.7 dB, when Bell Laboratories research (with
huge capital investment and telephone maintenance dollars on the line)
determined that 3 dB was the signal strength change discernment for
most people?
It's amazing how these slim changes hold on with
I will second (er, fourth...?) the props for CocoaModem. I still opt
for Windows for my digital activities simply because I have an old
Dell box that I was able to dedicate to the task and I just love HRD/
DM780 as a complete package for logging, rig control and digital ops.
But I
A good article on the value of a DB is an old timer in QST I think it was,
Station design for DX
I guarantee you that if you improve your station by 1Db or more you will
tell the difference, have done it and it works. A whole new layer of DX
opens up for every DB you can find.
I see comments
I have a QRM Eliminator by SEM (a UK firm long gone) awaiting repair and I
wondered how best to use this in conjunction with diversity. It is a
phasing unit requiring another small (probably vertical) antenna to pick up
local QRN, which is theoretically cancelled using its 3 controls. I
This may be true and probably is...but as one other fellow said1 DB is the
difference between hear or not. Now...in contesting...that is pointsor
even a multipler which could be many more points per contest. So, I appreciate
the comment here...is is the competitive edge that is
On 160, you could try a class-E amplifier; you're probably not going to use
anything but CW.
--- On Fri, 12/11/09, Edward Dickinson, III softb...@windstream.net wrote:
From: Edward Dickinson, III softb...@windstream.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] 150 watt boots for 160m
To:
1.7 dB of extra bullets when you are going to a gunfight (contest, dx
pile-ups, weak signal dxing) could make a difference. It will not make much
if you are just going Sunday afternoon plinking (rag chewing). Lots of
contesters and dxers spend many dB of extra money to get 1.7 dB of
Tubes! We don't need no stinkin' Tubes!
I always thougt the Elecraft Reflector was almost like a homebrew reflector. I
for one, am getting back into tube technology ... refurbishing older
equipment. It is is quite fun and delightful. Also, I can slop solder and
smell smoke. The Drake 2B
Thanks Frank!
73
Julius Fazekas
N2WN
Tennessee Contest Group
http://www.k4ro.net/tcg/index.html
http://groups.google.com/group/tcg1?hl=en
Tennessee QSO Party
http://www.tnqp.org/
Elecraft K2/100 #4455
Elecraft K3/100 #366
Elecraft K3/100 #1875
--- On Fri, 12/11/09, w4nhj [via Elecraft]
Hi,
Yes, I have been using the K3, LP-Pan, PowerSDR, Virtual Audio Cable and a
free decoder program called Dream. It was quite a while ago and the
experience wasn't that great. The slightest fade and the decoder would lose
the signal. Also, there are precious few DRM transmitters that can be
David Cutter wrote:
I have a QRM Eliminator by SEM (a UK firm long gone) awaiting repair and
I
wondered how best to use this in conjunction with diversity. It is a
phasing unit requiring another small (probably vertical) antenna to pick
up
local QRN, which is theoretically cancelled
I'd prefer to see the long delayed Elecraft 500 to 1000 watt amplifiers
that have been delayed, apparently because of the intense development of
the K3 which hopefully is nearing an end. An amplifier with QSK, an
internal tuner comparable to the K3 tuner, and integrated with the K3
with
On Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:25:40 -0800 (PST), ab2tc wrote:
As you can guess from
my description, it's also quite a few programs that all have to be set up
correctly, none of them being really simple.
Some of the programs you mention would appear to be un-necessary. If the DRM
decoder will work
Vic K2VCO wrote:
Guy Olinger K2AV wrote:
From 100 to 150, for 1.7 dB, when Bell Laboratories research (with
huge capital investment and telephone maintenance dollars on the line)
determined that 3 dB was the signal strength change discernment for
most people?
It's amazing how these
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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Julius Fazekas n2wn
Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 11:14
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] [K3] 150 watt boots for 160m
Wondering if anyone has a suggestion of
Let me get this right. You are looking for reassurance that money you
haven't spent will be well spent upping 100 to 150 watts. Perhaps
there is some part of you that doesn't believe it, or you would have
done it already? Maybe you should listen to the skeptic there.
Well, if you do go spend
I am not sure if the 13kHz FM filter is wide enough, but if it is, your
suggestion should work. I didn't have the FM filter at the time. I think
PowerSDR allows 15kHz for its DRM mode and it may have less group delay
distortion than the crystal filter. The decoder is finicky.
Knut - AB2TC
Jim
Larry, VE3LR wrote:
Thanks for the reply Julian (I am a frequent visitor to your site so I
feel like I already know you!).for some reason the moderator bounced
my posting saying I wasn't registered, which I am.
Anyhow, I am curious if you know the answer to this...I have HRD shut
Those who believe in authority and that God punishes tinkerers, PLEASE SKIP
this message.
2SC2782 is rated at 80W min each at 175 MHz so getting 150W from two on 1.8
MHz should be peanuts; the main reason why they are restricted to 110W in K3
is linearity (across bands) + component ratings. At
In general, DRM decoders expect a receiver IF of 12 kHz and a bandwidth
of up to 20 kHz. The K3 can provide neither without modification.
Some DRM modes are narrower and can be accommodated if the FM roofing
filter (nominal 13 kHz) is installed. But getting the IF output to the
DRM decoder
Guy,
Two db does indeed make a difference no matter what you or the Bell Labs
results say, and that's why the search for an extra db or two continues
for anyone interesting in contesting or DXing in noisy conditions.
A couple of years ago I generated some audio files to demonstrate
exactly
Hi Lee
Thats why FT2000's, Icom 7800s, 7700's and most of the 200 watt radios are
selling so well to contesters and Dx'ers, even with a much poorer receiver than
the K3.
The importance of a 200 watt radio for many who run older style high drive amps
is a deal breaker. Who is going to rebuild
Some DRM modes are narrower and can be accommodated if the FM roofing
filter (nominal 13 kHz) is installed. But getting the IF output to the
DRM decoder still requires modifications to the K3.
DRM decoding with the K3 is easy with the SDR-IQ together with SpectraVue,
VAC and DReaM software.
I'd think it would depend to a large extent what properties Elecraft
exposes.
73, Mike NF4L
David Fleming wrote:
I'm working on software that will create and store an unlimited number of
computer-based memories. I'm currently saving only Frequency and Mode. What
other parameters should be
Thanks to all for the feedback!
Really much appreciated.
Hope to test it soon
73,
Jorge
CX6VM/CW5W
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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] En nombre de Bill W4ZV
Enviado el: Viernes, 11 de Diciembre de 2009 06:33 p.m.
Para:
Hello all:
I just recently purchased a SB-220 amp. I would appreciate any tips from
other users that would help me with this setup. I'm most interested in what
K3 settings (power, etc.) are used during tuning.
This is likely NOT a general interest topic, so PLEASE feel free to contact
me
From 100 to 150, for 1.7 dB, when Bell Laboratories research (with
huge capital investment and telephone maintenance dollars on the line)
determined that 3 dB was the signal strength change discernment for
most people?
I'm not sure who said 3 dB was the minimum detectable by a listener but I
Since the K3 (like virtually all current rigs) has fixed-tuned output
filters, the match to the finals (and so the efficiency) will degrade as you
go beyond the output power (and so impedance) for which they were designed.
That means more current demand, more heating and perhaps new final
K3 beta-test firmware revision 3.68 (with DSP rev. 2.49) is now
available.
This revision primarily affects those who turn AGC off. In the
previous beta release (3.66), the new AF output protection feature was
a bit too aggressive in the AGC OFF case, causing the audio output to
I know you will enjoy the K3, David. I hope to work you from North
Carolina; it would be a new country for me!
73 de NE4W
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Back in the 80's I wrote myself a database app which dumped memories
out of my radio (a JRC receiver), let me add/change, sort by
frequency, mode, type (broadcast, ham, maritime, aero, etc.) and load
them back into the radio, grouping them into banks (all SWBC starting
at channel 1, ham at
2SC2782 is rated at 80W min each at 175 MHz so getting 150W
from two on 1.8 MHz should be peanuts; the main reason why
they are restricted to 110W in K3 is linearity (across bands)
+ component ratings. At higher power, the efficiency can be
higher and thus K3 may actually run cooler!
Reinaldo Leandro wrote:
The
Expert 1KA Italian amplifier with solid state finals needs only 20 watts
drive for 1000 watts out. In fact, you must be very careful not to
overdrive
those amplifiers
I can't find any reference to this amp after searching. Can you provide
a link? That'd
Could the 8.215MHz output from the IF OUT jack be fed to a simple mixer
with a 8.203 or 8.227MHz crystal to provide a 12kHz i.f.?
I have used this method very successfully on the Sangean ATS-803A and
Lowe HF-225 receivers with both DReaM v.1.6.1cvs and DRM Software Radio
v2.0.38 programs. But
Quite right Bill, in an audio laboratory or perhaps in a very quiet
telephone circuit.
But radio communications is different according to what I learned in school,
lo' these many years past. Over half a century ago most radio communications
engineers began using 3 dB (2:1 power ratio) as the
Just for the record, 150 watts is actually closer to 1.8 dB over 100 watts. But
regardless, it is interesting to consider what it would take to realize this
increase on 160 meters.
The movers and shakers on this reflector have eloquently made the case that 1.8
dB really does make a difference
Is it possible that you upgraded the firmware when you added the
KXB3080? If so, the menu entries are set to default, and that means it
is set to ATU CAL - check the menu.
73,
Don W3FPR
KD0FIN wrote:
So I just installed the KXB3080 and completed the 2 resistor power mod but
now my ATU
I forgot to say one thing. I'll try to say it quickly.
This might help those of us that are still skeptical about hearing a 1.8 dB
change.
Forget about the cost of doing this for the moment; I'm only talking about the
effort right now.
If you knew for a fact that you had a 1.8 dB loss
Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
Quite right Bill, in an audio laboratory or perhaps in a very quiet
telephone circuit.
But radio communications is different according to what I learned in
school,
lo' these many years past. Over half a century ago most radio
communications
engineers began
I can't find any reference to this amp after searching. Can
you provide a link? That'd provide 750W from a 15W K2
http://www.radio-ham.eu/
73,
... Joe, W4TV
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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf
Is it really necessary to continue this thread? My inbox is seeing entirely
too much drivel like this thread and others on this reflector.
Bob W6TR
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To: 'Ignacy' n...@arrl.net; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, December
At 09:53 AM 12/11/2009 -1000, you wrote:
A good article on the value of a DB is an old timer in QST I think it was,
Station design for DX
I guarantee you that if you improve your station by 1Db or more you will
tell the difference, have done it and it works. A whole new layer of DX
opens up for
I use an external tuner with my K3. When I put the K3 in FSK mode to tune
all is well. Then I operate CW or SSB and all is well. Then if I QSY and
need to tune again when I switch the K3 back to FSK all I get is a low tone
and no output. If I switch to PSK on the K3 then back to FSK all is
bearcat wrote:
I use an external tuner with my K3. When I put the K3 in FSK mode to tune
all is well. Then I operate CW or SSB and all is well. Then if I QSY and
need to tune again when I switch the K3 back to FSK all I get is a low
tone
and no output. If I switch to PSK on the K3
Luke,
I believe 6.3 W is the maximum that is displayed by the KX1 (that often
is the power level indicated when I am calibrating the tuner wattmeter
for an SWR=2.0 with my 100 ohm dummy load attached. So what 6.3 W
indicated usually means is that you are trying to operate into an open
K2 built and works superbly - with manual, 160-10 meters - SSB and CW, 15 watt
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Let's end this thread. :-)
73,
Eric
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I have frequently read that the jack in question is strictly for factory
production testing and has no use beyond that purpose. I know that in the
past folks have speculated that perhaps it could be used for an external
keyboard or some other accessory. Unfortunately, the Elecraft response has
Thanks to all out there who suggested choices for PSK decode on my
Power PC Mac.
R Thorpe KD6LAZ
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At 03:55 PM 12/11/2009 -0700, you wrote:
Is it really necessary to continue this thread? My inbox is seeing entirely
too much drivel like this thread and others on this reflector.
Bob W6TR
Hi
I think this is one of the more interesting threads it is certainly on
a par with (with due
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