Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Robert Vargas-KP4Y via Elecraft
Joe, I have an MSEE, so I perfectly understand the design aspects and math behind a direct-sampling SDR. That's why I stated previously that this architecture has some wrinkles that will eventually be ironed out as more capable and affordable ( this is a key factor to be competitive in the

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Chris Tate - N6WM
Sorry Freudian slip near the end corrected.. direct conversion changed to direct sampling ;-). -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Chris Tate - N6WM Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 9:08 PM To: Joe Subich, W4TV ;

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Chris Tate - N6WM
Joet, interesting comments but perhaps misses a few conditions of the higher end Direct conversion systems. And thanks to Eric for allowing a relatively architecturally agnostic discussion on the reflector. My responses below. I will stick to my guns that both platforms have different

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Barry LaZar
Joe, I agree with you basically. I think it's just the manor in which you state the problem. You touch on the real problem 14-16 bits of sampling vice having more bits in the sample. It's not specifically the direct sampling architecture. I think the radio companies just can't get 24

Re: [Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Clay, I see nothing in the K3 manual about Tune PWR calibration. There is the wattmeter calibration for which you need a good 50 ohm dummy load and a wattmeter that you can trust. The other is the TX Gain Calibration which needs only a good 50 ohm dummy load. If those are both done, then

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
On 4/26/2016 10:15 PM, Robert Vargas-KP4Y via Elecraft wrote: Just that you know, K9CT has one of the finest contesting station in > the US. He has switched to direct-sampling SDRs (Flex-6700). Just ask > him if this architecture is 5 years away from being competitive. While I do not know for

Re: [Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration

2016-04-26 Thread Clay Autery
Not referring to the XMTR Gain cal... talking about the Tune PWR cals... I have a decent dummy load I think... It's a Navy DA-412/U (50-Ohm, 600W continuous, 900 W for 15 minutes). It has no measurable reactance 0-30 MHz, and less than 2 Ohm up to 400MHz... at least according to the analyzer

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] More Macro Buttons

2016-04-26 Thread Buddy Brannan
Of course, having extras available doesn't mean you have to use them, or even set up a macro key as a "more macros" key. Heck, why not be able to set up both PF keys as "more macros" keys and have 20? Well, except perhaps for storage. The KX3 already stores up to 8 macros, but only two can be

Re: [Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration

2016-04-26 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
For the Transmitter Gain calibration, all you need is a decent dummy load. The LP-100A is not a dummy load. My 20-year old inexpensive MFJ dummy load does a good job for that. (But note it has never been abused, such as running power into it until it gets hot or smells.) A well designed dummy load

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] More Macro Buttons

2016-04-26 Thread Ryan Noguchi via Elecraft
Then what Jim suggested would use the one button you don't even use. I would use every single one of those new macro slots and more. 73, Ryan AI6DO On Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 19:48, Don Wilhelm wrote: Here is my vote *against* having many macro buttons. There is a

Re: [Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Clay, An LP-100A calibrated to N8LP's NIST traceable standards is about the best you are going to find at a price that is palatable to most hams. Used in conjunction with a precision 50 ohm dummy load, the calibration results will be better than most other wattmeters. The LP-100A. I have

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Robert Vargas-KP4Y via Elecraft
> On Apr 26, 2016, at 8:08 PM, Kevin Stover wrote: > I'm curious why is direct sampling SDR's like the 7300 are supposed to be the > second coming why Icom stuck with the traditional superhet architecture on > it's "flagship" 7851? Maybe they realize the technology

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
On 4/26/2016 8:08 PM, Kevin Stover wrote: Everybody is ignoring W4TV's 800lb Gorilla, ADC overload. I can't take credit for that ... the warning comes from some of the best RF designers in the world. Direct sampling receivers are very good in controlled situations. Unfortunately, those who

[Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration

2016-04-26 Thread Clay Autery
Would the LP-100A meet the accuracy/precision requirements to do the power cals outlined in the K3s Manual? If not, please supply recommendation for one that will do the job adequately. Thanks! -- __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] More Macro Buttons

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Here is my vote *against* having many macro buttons. There is a problem with remembering which buttons play which macros. A limited number is fine with me, but there is a break-even point when you cannot keep track of them in your head and a 'cheat sheet' is needed. I just don't want to get to

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Robert Vargas-KP4Y via Elecraft
> I'm curious why is direct sampling SDR's like the 7300 are supposed to be the > second coming why Icom stuck with the traditional superhet architecture on > it's "flagship" 7851? Maybe they realize the technology is at least 5 years > away from being competitive. Everybody is ignoring W4TV's

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Clay Autery
Would not use an Apple product if it was given to me free... ;-) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 4/26/2016 7:43 PM, Wes wrote: > My son is the IT Manager for a midsized nationwide corporation. He > doesn't like touch screens either. > > But he

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Clay Autery
Are you trying to be obtuse, or is it an accident. I carry a smart phone, too. For a manageable sized phone, the touch screen is a necessity, and the crap on the screen STILL bugs the crap out of me. I do NOT however carry and HF-6M radio around in my pocket, so it does NOT need a touch screen,

Re: [Elecraft] JT65 with KX3

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Brian, The XG50 is not really expensive and is a good stable source. It is 'cheap' compared to the frustration factor involved with trying to use other methods. If you have access to an instrument lab with highly stable signal sources in the 50MHz range, then you are all set, but most are

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] More Macro Buttons

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Kutsch, KY2D
I'd find this very useful too. If it was possible to set one of the PF buttons to a "more macros" feature, then not only 0 through 9 but essentially every other button and knob could be used to activate a different macro. It would just be necessary to push the PF key followed by the desired

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Chortek Bob via Elecraft
blockquote, div.yahoo_quoted { margin-left: 0 !important; border-left:1px #715FFA solid !important; padding-left:1ex !important; background-color:white !important; } Depends how many times you drop it. Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone On Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 5:32 PM, Gary

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Tom McCulloch
Heath DX-60= Model A On 4/26/2016 8:48 PM, Chris Tate - N6WM wrote: Maybe apples and oranges is not the best comparison.. how about this Elecraft K3s = Porsche Flex 6000 = Tesla IC-7300 = Nissan Leaf Kenwood TS-590 =Toyota pickup ~C./WM -Original Message- From: Elecraft

[Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Johnny Siu via Elecraft
Well, Chris, I like my Tesla Model S 70D very much.  Hong Kong is good for EV because we are a small city. 73 Johnny VR2XMC 寄件人︰ Chris Tate - N6WM 收件人︰ "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" 傳送日期︰ 2016年04月27日 (週三) 8:48 AM 主題︰ Re: [Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Mike Dodd
On 4/26/2016 8:35 PM, Nr4c wrote: Hmmm. A 100 Watt KX3 isn't that far from the price of a 100 Watt K3S. Indeed. However, after using my KX3/PX3/KPXA100 for thousands of Qs, I bought a K3s. The KX3 is retired into shielded wrappings, in case of an emergency. I sold the PX3 and KXPA100.

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Chris Tate - N6WM
Maybe apples and oranges is not the best comparison.. how about this Elecraft K3s = Porsche Flex 6000 = Tesla IC-7300 = Nissan Leaf Kenwood TS-590 =Toyota pickup ~C./WM -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Kevin Stover Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Wes
My son is the IT Manager for a midsized nationwide corporation. He doesn't like touch screens either. But he uses iPhones and iPads. Go figure. On 4/26/2016 3:28 PM, Clay Autery wrote: Coat it however you want... Doesn't stop dirt and grime being put on the screen possibly scratching

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Walter Underwood
IBM has been rolling out Macs as fast as they can, about 2000 per week. The tech support savings are massive. And Macs have long been at the top of the list for most reliable laptops.

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Nr4c
Hmmm. A 100 Watt KX3 isn't that far from the price of a 100 Watt K3S. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 26, 2016, at 8:28 PM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > I think it is better to compare the IC-7300 with the KX3 rather than the > K3(S) as their price and

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Bill Frantz
I think it is better to compare the IC-7300 with the KX3 rather than the K3(S) as their price and performance are a bit closer. As for touchscreens, they don't like my fingers and frequently don't recognize when I them. (My fingers are big so where is another problem.) Working with my iPhone

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Gary
Hmmhow long is the life expectancy of a smart phone? My k3 ain't goin anywhere Gary -Original Message- From: "Tony Estep" Sent: ‎27/‎04/‎2016 10:21 AM To: "Elecraft" Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Tony Estep
> "25+ years Screens are not for touching..." H. By one estimate, there were more than 2.5 billion smartphones in use last year (and more today, of course), all with touchscreens. If each screen is used just for a few minutes a day, the total usage-years is in the hundreds of millions.

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Richard Fjeld
Here is a YouTube video of a K3 with a touch screen monitor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6usy-0257NQ Dick, n0ce On 4/26/2016 4:16 PM, John Kramer wrote: Phil, in reality having a touch screen is not all that bad as you make out. You really need to try it. An advantage is that it reduces

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Kevin Stover
Ditto we still don't use them. Our users have a choice of laptop or iPad/Surface other than a desktop thin client on our VM Ware network. 90% choose the Win7 laptop. They're more expensive, slower, and break more often than the thin client but not as often as the iPads. The Surface's are new

Re: [Elecraft] JT65 with KX3

2016-04-26 Thread Edward R Cole
I ran the KX3 temp compensation procedure twice (the first run was a learning experience so feel I got a good run on #2). I used my AG3 coupled with a very good freq counter. JT65 is a synchronous code so that demands good frequency control (<+/- 10 Hz) and near perfect timing (< 1 second).

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Edward R Cole
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Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Clay Autery
Coat it however you want... Doesn't stop dirt and grime being put on the screen possibly scratching and/or gooping up the corners and edges... I've been in IS/IT for 25+ years... Screens are not for touching. Bottom Line... I'll stick with buttons, dials, and switches, thank you. :)

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Walter Underwood
Good touch screens have lipophobic coatings that repel finger oil. Apple started using them in 2009. Some screens still don’t have them. They make a big difference. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lipophobicity wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - How to enable RF output meter? Stuck in ALC display

2016-04-26 Thread David Anderson via Elecraft
Hi David, I use SSB+CW all the time here, as it is so useful to be an,e to use the rig on SSB and just hit the key to transmit CW. Sorry my explanation was a big wordy, but it is possible to use SSB+CW and you can switch to DATA mode then change meter scales between ALC and RF by tapping

[Elecraft] Updated KX3 rig controller

2016-04-26 Thread Edouard Lafargue
Hi everyone, Just a quick word to let you know that the update to Wizkers:Radio in the Play store (https://goo.gl/ngcRXe) and the Chrome store ( https://goo.gl/SzpjII) just went live. Two major new features in this version: - Enhanced KX3 settings. Including an experimental KX3 memory viewer,

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Clay Autery
Yep... Jim has it correct I regularly use Marker A and B to set frequencies. If I am doing it right, it sets to the exact frequency even though the P3 only shows to the 10 Hz resolution. And I don't have to put fingerprints on my screen/bezel... Why ANYONE wants to touch the screen

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Rick WA6NHC
On 4/26/2016 1:45 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: The P3 also has far more screen height dedicated to the spectrum and waterfall displays, I believe. Aren't the 7300's displays a total of only 1/2" or 1" tall, depending on the display mode? Wayne Something around that size yes (played with one but

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: P3 with P3SVGA & P3TXMON

2016-04-26 Thread George Rebong
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 2m Install

2016-04-26 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Thanks Bruce: If that capacitor is no longer an issue we don’t want to be asking builders to look for it, Hi! I’ll look into the TO-220 issue. As long as it’s tightly clamped by the screw, it should provide good heat transfer to the case. 73, Ron AC7AC From: Bruce Nourish

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Jim, The problem with your question is that the answer really is "it all depends". If the feedline from the antenna is short and relatively low loss, then the ATU in the shack is fine. Or if the feedline is very low loss (say open wire line, well supported and away from conductors), then the

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread John Kramer
Phil, in reality having a touch screen is not all that bad as you make out. You really need to try it. An advantage is that it reduces the clutter on the front panel of a rig, by assigning knobs/buttons to the display screen. The one used in the IC-7300 is really good - sensitive to the touch,

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread John Kramer
Jim, you don’t have to use your finger, you can use a stylus if you are pedantic about accuracy :) and if you are a few hertz off, it just takes a gentle nudge of the VFO to get it spot on. 73 John On 26 Apr 2016, at 9:45 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: The P3 also has far

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread John Kramer
I own Elecraft, Flex and for the past few weeks an IC-7300. Yes, Jim, it is a fine radio, I have personally experienced this and own a KX3 and 3 Flex rigs to compare it with. And, for what it costs, it is a damn fine rig. I don’t know of any other rig currently available that is such good value

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Wayne Burdick
The P3 also has far more screen height dedicated to the spectrum and waterfall displays, I believe. Aren't the 7300's displays a total of only 1/2" or 1" tall, depending on the display mode? Wayne On Apr 26, 2016, at 1:29 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > On Tue,4/26/2016

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Phil Hystad
I find it interesting that a “touch” interface seems to be popular with radios and some users. It is certainly useful on a device like a smart phone and even a pad and some other kinds of interfaces (e.g. bank ATM screen). But, a touch screen for a radio that already has uses for actual dials

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Brown
On Tue,4/26/2016 1:12 PM, James D. (Jimmy) Walker, Jr. via Elecraft wrote: What interests me most in the IC-7300 is the ability for direct entry of a frequency by touching the waterfall display. To the accuracy of the width of your finger. :) I looked at the 7300 at Visalia. Nice LOOKING

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Brown
On Tue,4/26/2016 12:53 PM, Doug Turnbull wrote: Dear OMs and YLs, I think Bob says it well. How can you compare a fine radio like the 7300 with a loaded K3. How do we KNOW that it's a "fine radio?" I haven't seen a review by ARRL or RSGB. We have only Rob's measurements of the

[Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread James D. (Jimmy) Walker, Jr. via Elecraft
I’ve enjoyed this thread comparing the K-3 line with the IC-7300. Have the K-3 with the P-3 Panadapter. However, I’m going to try purchase the IC-7300 in Dayton. What interests me most in the IC-7300 is the ability for direct entry of a frequency by touching the waterfall display. The P-3 does

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Rodenkirch
Don: requiring a wide ranging ATU is half of the question, Don!! What is truly "significant" is this - many hams, new or otherwise, fail to understand whether they really need an ATU in the shack or do they really, REALLY need an ATU out at the antenna. For me, THAT's the mystifying piece of the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - How to enable RF output meter? Stuck in ALC display

2016-04-26 Thread David Orman
Perfect, I'm positive I have SSB+CW enabled right now. I'll go disable and test again. Thank you so much for the quick answer! Respectfully, David On Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 12:58 PM, David Anderson wrote: > David, > > This happens when SSB + CW is enabled. In CW WGHT menu

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Doug Turnbull
Dear OMs and YLs, I think Bob says it well. How can you compare a fine radio like the 7300 with a loaded K3. They are not the same yet the 7300 will probably work most of the DX that the K3 will for less money.A Cadillac is no more functional than a Chevy. They both go from A to B.

[Elecraft] Emailing: IMG_3138

2016-04-26 Thread will...@zendamateur.nl
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Re: [Elecraft] JT65 with KX3

2016-04-26 Thread Brian Waterworth
I would agree with the ext temp compensation. It is the right thing to do and let's the onboard computer handle the drift variations for you. I don't have the xg50, which is recommended. I tried the wwv approach and that did not work, even when wwv was coming in fairly strong at s7. I watched

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Brown
Hi Dave, Most batteries from this company and all from Bioenno Power include the electronics to balance charge between the cells. For Battery Space, study the poop sheet for the battery you're looking at to confirm that it's there. LiFePO4 batteries need specially designed chargers, and both

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread thelastdb
No Batteryspace.com batteries are balanced unless you specifically request a custom pack with balancing. But they call it equilibrium.  Myron WVØHPrinted on Recycled Data  Original message From: TFJM via Elecraft Date: 4/26/2016 12:18 PM (GMT-07:00)

Re: [Elecraft] KxAtu and T1 VSWR?

2016-04-26 Thread Hajo Dezelski
Thanks Don, thanks for your prompt replay. I already thought, that it would not be so easy. So I have to understand the formula and afterwards will do the math ... this may take a while. ​73 de Hajo ​ DL1SDZ​ --- Cela est bien dit, mais il faut cultiver notre jardin.

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Bob
I think Chris has hit it on the head. Looking at a high-performance direct sampling rig vs. a high-performance superhet with digital features is looking at "definitely different animals". Exactly the same sort of problem that comes from a question that begins "if you could have only one...". I

Re: [Elecraft] KxAtu and T1 VSWR?

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Hajo, The T1 tuner has a wide range. The total matching range will be greater on high bands and less on lower bands. Both the T1 and the KXAT1 (and other tuners) specify the matching range in terms of the maximum L and C available. That is a more exact way of stating the range than

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread TFJM via Elecraft
Thanks Jim Do you know if this battery includes Battery Mgmt System? Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 26, 2016, at 1:01 PM, Jim Brown-10 [via Elecraft] > wrote: > > On Tue,4/26/2016 6:44 AM, N5XL . wrote: > > Here is my recommendation. > > > >

Re: [Elecraft] Subjecting W2 V/UHF Sensor to more than 200W

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
David, I doubt that Elecraft has subjected it to destructive testing, but rates their products on the conservative side. I would guess that it will survive occasional excessive power (like accidental short term), but I would not subject it to those levels on a regular basis. 73, Don W3FPR

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Chris Tate - N6WM
Interesting conversation. There are 2 800 lb gorillas at the top of the list one of them is Elecraft and many Elecraft peripherals such as the KPA500 and KAT500, W2 etc work great with the other. I own several radios from both companies. they are both awesome. They both have similar

Re: [Elecraft] Subjecting W2 V/UHF Sensor to more than 200W

2016-04-26 Thread David Ferrington, M0XDF
Thank you Bob, that is potentially the max output from the amp - but I’m planning on driving it from an XV144 (which I haven’t built yet) and will set that for a lower output, so I don’t get more than 200W on the sensor at the mast head 73 de David, M0XDF (K3 #174, P3 #108) -- As a well spent

Re: [Elecraft] Subjecting W2 V/UHF Sensor to more than 200W

2016-04-26 Thread Robert Friess
300 watts for a second or two will do no harm. Bob, N6CM Designer of the Sensor On Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 10:55 AM, David Ferrington, M0XDF < m0...@alphadene.co.uk> wrote: > I don’t know, potentially by 100W, but I’m looking to know what might be > ok. > Thank everyone who calls out your faults,

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - How to enable RF output meter? Stuck in ALC display

2016-04-26 Thread David Anderson via Elecraft
David, This happens when SSB + CW is enabled. In CW WGHT menu tap 1 to toggle between SSB+CW (enabled) and SSB - CW Tapping Keyer/Mic knob toggles between Keyer speed and Mic Gain rather than Meter Scales CMP/ALC and SWR/RF. The CMP/ALC scale is still shown temporarily when CMP or Mic Gain

Re: [Elecraft] Subjecting W2 V/UHF Sensor to more than 200W

2016-04-26 Thread David Ferrington, M0XDF
I don’t know, potentially by 100W, but I’m looking to know what might be ok. Thank everyone who calls out your faults, your anger, your impatience, your egotism; do this consciously, voluntarily. -Jean Toomer, poet and novelist (1894-1967) > On 26 Apr 2016, at 17:52, Robert Friess

[Elecraft] KxAtu and T1 VSWR?

2016-04-26 Thread Hajo Dezelski
Hello, in another thread was said, that the auto-tuner of the new Icom had a 3:1 VSWR. I was looking up and down the net and didn't find any comparable figures for the KxATu and the T1. I know that I can match a wet towel, so could someone enlighten me and give some numbers? ​73 de ​ Hajo ​

[Elecraft] OT April 17th Solar Flare Captured in 4K by NASA (Video)

2016-04-26 Thread David Ahrendts
So this is the beast that has disrupted everything over the last week! http://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2016/sdo-captures-stunning-view-of-april-17-solar-flare David A., KK6DA, Los Angeles

Re: [Elecraft] Enable/Disable KX3 amplifier keying remotely?

2016-04-26 Thread Don Wilhelm
Michael, The Keyout on most transceivers including the KX3 is active at all times, so you will have to invent an external way to open it. I switch in series with the line is the easiest solution I know of. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/26/2016 9:31 AM, Michael Blake wrote: My KX3 keys an Ameritron

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Brown
On Tue,4/26/2016 9:31 AM, EricJ wrote: I stand by what I said. Comparisons between Elecraft and other amateur manufacturers are unfair, apples to oranges, in large part because of the personal interaction of Eric and Wayne with those of us who enjoy their products. I don't think the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread Jim Brown
On Tue,4/26/2016 6:44 AM, N5XL . wrote: Here is my recommendation. http://www.batteryspace.com/lifepo4-26650-battery-12-8v-6-6ah-84wh-20a-rate-in-aluminum-box-with-pcb-7-92.aspx My neighbor, W6GJB, bought a 20Ah battery from them a year ago and was quite pleased both with the battery and the

Re: [Elecraft] Subjecting W2 V/UHF Sensor to more than 200W

2016-04-26 Thread Robert Friess
Exceed by how much? Bob On Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 4:27 AM, David Ferrington, M0XDF < m0...@alphadene.co.uk> wrote: > Not that I’m planning to do that, but does anyone know it’s max tolerance > over a few seconds if one was to exceed the 200W by mistake? > 73 de David, M0XDF (K3 #174, P3 #108) >

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread EricJ
Of course it is a big advantage. It's one of the reasons I've owned Elecraft rigs since I first became aware of them and currently have two K2s and a K1-4. I'd own a K3 if I didn't find the K2 perfectly satisfactory for my casual operating interests. I stand by what I said. Comparisons

[Elecraft] KX3 - How to enable RF output meter? Stuck in ALC display

2016-04-26 Thread David Orman
Hi, I tried tapping the keyer/mic button to change the display to RF output from ALC while in USB and LSB modes, and it doesn't switch over. I seem to remember this working before. I am on the latest firmware. Is there a trick to this I'm missing? Thank you, David

Re: [Elecraft] Crowne Plaza Dayton room available

2016-04-26 Thread Jorge Diez - CX6VM
Hi the room is no more available, I passed the room to the first answer I received thanks, Jorge 2016-04-26 9:04 GMT-03:00 Jorge Diez - CX6VM : > Hello > > I have a room, double bed, in the Crowne plaza, may 18 to 22 > > Rate is 145 + taxes > > Let me know if you want

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread Walter Underwood
Well, yes, that would be the fundamental difference between rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries. It wasn’t clear whether the original post was about car camping or backpacking, so I offered the lightest solution. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my

[Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread N5XL .
Tom, I use my KX3 for portable SOTA activation extensively. I do not worry with internal batteries and instead, use a LiFePO4 battery exclusively. When I did my research a couple years ago, I came to the conclusion that for my style of operating, LiFePO4 technology is superior to regular Li-PO

[Elecraft] Enable/Disable KX3 amplifier keying remotely?

2016-04-26 Thread Michael Blake
My KX3 keys an Ameritron ALS-600 (modified for low drive) via the ACC2 RCA Phono connector. I have looked but not found a way to enable/disable that amplifier keying lead remotely via any type of software command. Is something available within the existing software that I have overlooked?

[Elecraft] Need KAT500 firmware testers for KAT500 fw 01.75

2016-04-26 Thread Dick Dievendorff
I've updated KAT500 firmware to behave a bit better when the ATU is informed of frequency change by a serial port F, FA, or MT command. I need a few KAT500 owners to verify that I haven't made any additional unplanned changes. If you're able to help test KAT500 firmware, please send e-mail to

[Elecraft] Crowne Plaza Dayton room available

2016-04-26 Thread Jorge Diez - CX6VM
Hello I have a room, double bed, in the Crowne plaza, may 18 to 22 Rate is 145 + taxes Let me know if you want it and I will pass my reservation for you 73, Jorge CX6VM/CW5W __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] FS: Green Heron RT-21pp controller

2016-04-26 Thread Jorge Diez - CX6VM
Hello I have a Green Heron RT-21pp controller for sale. Very few use, like new in original box This is the controller you need for the powerful rotor, K7NV Prop Pitch Asking $ 400.- + shipping from PA ,17543 If interested contact me directly -- 73, Jorge CX6VM/CW5W

[Elecraft] FS: DX Doubler SO2R, USB and cables

2016-04-26 Thread Jorge Diez - CX6VM
Hello I have a DX Doubler SO2R box with manufacturer cables, two cables for kenwood and two cables for Elecraft. Piexx so2rxlat (this allow the use of DXD with a USB port on your computer). All working in perfect condition. If you are buying this will cost you $ 515.-. Asking $ 350.- + shipping

[Elecraft] Subjecting W2 V/UHF Sensor to more than 200W

2016-04-26 Thread David Ferrington, M0XDF
Not that I’m planning to do that, but does anyone know it’s max tolerance over a few seconds if one was to exceed the 200W by mistake? 73 de David, M0XDF (K3 #174, P3 #108) -- The nice thing about standards is that there are so many of them to choose from. -Andrew Tannenbaum, computer science

[Elecraft] test

2016-04-26 Thread lmarion
Test __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Suggested External Battery

2016-04-26 Thread gn525--- via Elecraft
I can vouch for the Bioenno Power LiPo batteries. Bought a 20 ah battery for eComm and urban field work. It only weighs 6 lbs. A 10 h only weighs 3 lbs. https://www.bioennopower.com/collections/12v-series-lifepo4-batteries Gary K9JN

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 CW Msg send

2016-04-26 Thread Heinz Baertschi
Heinz Baertschi wrote > I would rather prefer a KX-Pod > - no-compromise single button functions > - without a tuning knob > - attachable in place of the KXPD3 > - very lightweight (e.g. for SOTA) > - using a control cable to ACCx > > Have you ever thought of such a thing, Wayne? > > 73 tks, >