Re: [Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams & the KX2

I'm sure either KX2 or KX3 are great rigs for mobile. I'm using the KX3 + KXPA-100 in my new truck on 80m/20m/6m/2m: http://www.kl7uw.com/Mobile.htm Using combo of Proclip dash bracket and Ram holder it mounts just below dash level facing the driver or can be rotated to shotgun seat!

[Elecraft] FS: New-in-Box PR6 $49 shipped

OK, down a few notches to $49. Any takers before it goes to the 'Bay? I have for sale a new-in-box (unused) PR6 6M preamp for the K3. I converted the transceiver over to the PR6/10/12 and this item is surplus to my needs. The PR6 E850347 6M preamp comes with two 31-218-RFX male-to-male BNC

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 utility on RPi

Ah, crud - you know, I saw that "x86-based Linux” statement and it never dawned on me about the Pi being ARM-based!!! I should have known that, as I went through a ton of hoops getting WSJT-X and Hamlib running on the RPi because of that issue. In both instances I had to compile from source.

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Amp Hours

Which is why I suggested it be configurable. :-) Thanks and 73, Erik Tkal - W1QED > On Dec 13, 2016, at 1:53 PM, John AE5X wrote: > > I disagree - some of us use rechargeable batteries both internally and > externally. And sometimes both at the same time. > > John AE5X

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 utility on RPi

The utility is compiled for the x86 architecture. You won't be able to run it on the ARM architecture that the Pi runs on. The only way to do that is for Elecraft to compile a version for the ARM. Last I seem to recall being mentioned, there wasn't enough need to spend the time setting up the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 utility on RPi

Jim, The Elecraft site http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/KX3_software.htm *Minimum Operating System Requirements for Elecraft Utilities:* *Microsoft Windows*: XP Service Pack 3 or later, including Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1. *Apple Mac:* OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) or later *X86-based Linux:* GTK+

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 utility on RPi

Duh Mint... Niel Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 13, 2016, at 18:15, Niel Skousen wrote: > > I've been using Mike t on a Dell e4200. I seem to recall is wa the 32bit > compatibility lib's. Elecraft's SW is built ( if I recall) as 32bit apps. > > Will ping you

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 utility on RPi

I've been using Mike t on a Dell e4200. I seem to recall is wa the 32bit compatibility lib's. Elecraft's SW is built ( if I recall) as 32bit apps. Will ping you seperately offline for some questions. Thanks Niel WA7SSA Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 13, 2016, at 17:53, James Bennett

[Elecraft] KX3 utility on RPi

I’ve been using my KX3 connected to a Raspberry Pi 3 for quite some time, using CQRlog for logging, FLDIGI for PSK31, and recently, WXJT-X rc3 for JT9 and JT65. I’d like to load the most current firmware into the KX3 so I can get the full 15 watts out. I downloaded and un-tar’d the KX3 Utility

Re: [Elecraft] Strange K3S/0 Mini Noise

Mike, Even though it may be complex, follow the paths of the audio and RF cables - what box connects to what other box - that defines the bonding path. Do NOT use a star grounding system, it can actually make matters worse. The hamshack of today is much different than those of prior times,

Re: [Elecraft] Strange K3S/0 Mini Noise

Don, Thanks for the quick response and I suspect you are correct. The shack here resembles more than one octopus - I've got my work cut out for me. I've read and saved many of Jim's excellent articles so I'll review them again and start there. 73, Mike On Tue, Dec 13, 2016 at 4:56 PM, Don

Re: [Elecraft] Strange K3S/0 Mini Noise

Mike, That sounds like hum, buzz and noise being picked up by the connecting cables. I would suggest that you follow Jim Brown's K9YC advice on bonding. With heavy wire or braid, bond the various boxes following the path(s) of the interconnecting cables and coax. The bonding will conduct

[Elecraft] Strange K3S/0 Mini Noise

Since starting to use my K3/0 I've been bugged by a "buzz" coming from the speakers that I haven't been able to identify. Turning the volume up overrides the noise, but it's still there. I've tried 3 different power supplies with no change, including the one supplied by Elecraft. Here's a

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams

Hi, I use the KX3 in the mobile with a HLA300Plus amplifier and get >200 watts clean into a HI-Q 5-160 screwdriver antenna, going on 3 years, no problems.  Nice, because when I get to the park, I disconnect the KX3 and it is on the park table with my small battery and end fed wire.  Great

Re: [Elecraft] K-POD Macro

As Don points out, you have to have the CONFIG:VFO IND set to yes (independent VFOs) to set different bands on different VFOs. Cheers and 73, Fred KE7X For all KE7X Elecraft books, see www.ke7x.com (Macro Programming book coming soon)

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams & the KX2

Scott from SideKX also has a very nice mobile mount that the KX2 just snaps into. It in turn has holes for the very popular AMP mounting solutions. I'm using this with a KX2 to drive a KXPA100 in my RAV4 (the one Bill, AE6JV - the O.P. passed on the road that made him think about mobile op's

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams

On Tue,12/13/2016 11:49 AM, Bill Frantz wrote: What if Elecraft made a radio specifically designed as a mobile radio? IMO, the KX3 with its 100W amp comes awfully close to being an ideal HF rig for mobile use. All it takes is a suitable mount that puts it at eye level. For something

[Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams & the KX2

Not that a new mobile-only rig wouldn't be a fun design exercise, but… you may want to consider the KX2. I've used mine mobile often, and this was one of our goals for the rig. A KX3 can also be used mobile, though it's larger and more complex. Here's why the KX2 works so well for

[Elecraft] CBLP3Y Connections

Anyone have the connections in the CBLP3Y cable for the P# PC RS232 plug to RJ45 pins 1, 3 and 6 (they are not identified in the K3S manual? Thanks John, N6AX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K-pod question

Sorry, mine is the latest “Beta" firmware, MCU/FPF/DSP = 5.54/1.26/2.88, but with no such problem. 73 de JH3SIF, Keith > 2016/12/13 9:05、Ed Muns のメール： > > 5.50/1.25/2.87 is the latest firmware release. 5.54/1.26/2.88 is Beta > firmware. That's the issue. > > 73, > Ed W0YK >

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams

Bill - I'm glad you brought this up. I've been using the Yaesu FT-857D mobile for a number of years. The number one thing I appreciate about it is the remote head aspect. It is suitably sized to sit atop the column of the steering wheel. The controls are all accessible through the top open

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams

I would think that would be the ultimate driver distraction. The P3 is about all I look at when operating. [:-) My Silverado is 13 years old and I've got a new Honda Ridgeline [which will fit into the garage] on order. While test driving the Honda, I found the big

[Elecraft] Mobile Radio Dreams

A few weeks ago I passed a car with the license WA6HHQ and it got me to thinking: What if Elecraft made a radio specifically designed as a mobile radio? Here are some of my ideas: It would have a UI designed to minimize driver distraction. This UI might draw inspiration from the 5 button AM

[Elecraft] KPA3

Hi All. On the KPA3 (Rev. C). there is a 27 Ohm 2W resistors connected to the each of the Gates of the RD100HHF1 PA's. Connected in series with each of these resistors is another resistor with a Diode in parallel. Does anyone know the value of the latter two resistors? On the PCB they appear

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Amp Hours

I disagree - some of us use rechargeable batteries both internally and externally. And sometimes both at the same time. John AE5X http://ae5x.blogspot.com/ __ It would be *really* nice if this could be configured to only increment when using the internal battery, as that

Re: [Elecraft] K-POD Macro

I have had no luck in trying a variety of combinations using the Unlink VFO, Split and Sub Band commands in the Macro. I know wonder if you can not create a macro that sends VFO A to one band/frequency and VFO B to another band/Frequency? I am hoping that someone from Elecraft who is responsible

[Elecraft] F/S: K3/100-F

Very clean K3-100F 100 watt Transceiver – Factory Assembled – is available with very few hours from a non-smoker original owner. Firmware is up to date. K-3/100-FK3 100 watt Transceiver KAT3-FK3 ATU factory installed KBPF3A-FK3 General Coverage RX Module

Re: [Elecraft] FM on KX2?

Emory, I do not think FM is in the plan for the KX2. It shows on the LCDTEST because the display is the same on the KX3 and K3 - the graphic is needed for those transceivers. 73, Don W3FPR On 12/12/2016 8:32 PM, Emory Schley wrote: If you invoke the LCDTEST from the menu, the far

Re: [Elecraft] FM on KX2?

It is probably the same LCD display on the KX2, KX3, and K3, so I wouldn't read too much into that. On the other hand, it is also an SDR, so perhaps it will be added if there is enough interest. Jim/KA2RVO On Mon, Dec 12, 2016 at 7:32 PM, Emory Schley wrote: > > > If you

[Elecraft] K1 for sale

Nice K1 with: KFL1-4 filter board (40m/30m/20m/15m), KAT1 tuner, KNB1 noise blanker, K1LCD back light, top cover with speaker, KTS1 tilt-up stand, power cable. $450. Free shipping CONUS. Carl Yaffey K8NU Recording studio. cyaffeyno_s...@gmail.com 614 268 6353, Columbus OH