Re: [Elecraft] New KX2 firmware to test; provides two sets of ATU data and LC value display

Excellent, Wayne!  Now I wish I had a KX2 to test it on.  I guess my KX3 will have to wait. Mark KE6BB null __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] [K2] Classic Elecraft K2 kit for sale

In original packaging from Elecraft with Manual. Pristine condition- unassembled - ready to build kit. (K2 has regular through-hole not surface mount components) (Pre-wound Toroids included - tuned and ready to install)

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

Sabrent USB 2.0 to Serial (9-Pin) DB-9 RS-232 Adapter Cable 6ft Cable [FTDI Chipset] (CB-FTDI) Available on amazon for about 14 dollars  They work well Original message From: Paul Huff Date: 2017-03-30 9:43 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Elecraft Email

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 155, Issue 50

Re: Higher Power Amps Personally I want an amp that will load at 1500 Watts. Like my Alpha 87A or before it my All would state RF-3230--both had loads of design margin at 1500 W output. That give me comfort that the amp going to last a very long time. K0UM John Perlick > On Mar 30, 2017, at

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

Who does that on HF? I was assuming we were talking about 160-10 meters. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Charlie T, K3ICH Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2017 3:35 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] 630m band for K3s

and of course that would mean a XVTR IF of zero. jim ab3cv On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 8:39 PM, Jim Miller wrote: > Now that 630m is approved in many places including the US and since the > K3s can output there how about making it a proper selectable band rather > than

[Elecraft] New KX2 firmware to test; provides two sets of ATU data and LC value display

Hi all, I have a lot of firmware in progress on several different radios, but the idea of having two sets of ATU data was irresistible, so I added it to the KX2 to try it out. I’ll port it to the KX3, too. There’s now a menu entry called ATU DATA, with two selections: SET 1 and SET 2. Each

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

My wish list includes a mini hand mic without the spiral cable for hiking/SOTA applications. The KX2 is so small and light the stretchy mic cable often yanks the radio out of position - especially when you have it sitting on a rock on the ground. Just use the same cable as what is used for the

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Hi, I would like to have new card for the KX2. Replace the KXIO2 Aux/RTC card with a RTC/IQ to send IQ to a PX3. The PX3 is great with the KX3, now how about the KX2? 73, Jim H K7SSS In a message dated 3/29/2017 6:42:34 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, n...@elecraft.com writes: Hi all, The

Re: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

Someday. Thanks for all the input! Wayne N6KR > On Mar 30, 2017, at 9:36 AM, John Dolan wrote: > > I am watching these posts with great interest and anticipation! > Can't wait to see what develops with the actual amp. > > 73, John WB4YAL > > *Many of life's problems

[Elecraft] K3/P3 Tracking VFO B?

I'd like to try SO2V mode, but VFO B must be used for tuning around, as only the subreceiver can be automatically silenced when someone answers a CQ. (The main receiver does not need to be silenced often, because one wouldn't be listening to the subreceiver if someone were calling.) However,

[Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

First on my list would be a version of the KX3 Utility and any required associated interface HW, that could directly interface with IOS devices. Bob W3RW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

Ron, from my Signal Corps training, we operated under the fact that 10db improvement was needed to experience a doubling of perceived sound. Since our signals are rf radiated sound, the same would apply. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

As there seems to be some confusion on your part I would suggest that downloadand Read The Data Sheet for the "DB9-USB family of USB to UART Converters" Available Here :  http://www.mouser.com/ds/2/163/DS_DB9-USB-15654.pdf You will then understand what it is and how it functions.

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

While a couple dB may be hard to detect in a single QSO, averaged over many QSO's I think it makes a difference. In the course of, say a contest weekend, that small difference means that, on the average, you will get through just a little more often and quickly, and you'll get a few more

[Elecraft] 630m band for K3s

Now that 630m is approved in many places including the US and since the K3s can output there how about making it a proper selectable band rather than accessible only by the TEST mode. This should only be a SMOP. ;-) 73 jim ab3cv __

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

:-) 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Fred Jensen Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2017 3:48 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band How many watts into a rubber duck for 5 W

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Weighted Knob

In response to various comments on the KX2 knob (today and earlier): Our goal for the KX2 was to make it really lightweight. Light enough to be used as an HT. Goat-optional on longer hikes. Even 1 ounce of additional weight can increase fatigue when holding a device (try, for example,

Re: [Elecraft] Amplifier

I would like - Attractive Price Point - 220VAC (given) - 1 antenna port - full RS232 or TPC/IP remote control - Good self protection due to antenna issues. - No tuner - No multiple antenna ports - Good metering for power, current, temp, etc... In other words, make a

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

Being able to clearly "hear the difference" might be a good criterion if you are focused on the individual contact. If you are in a contest, making hundreds of contacts, 1 dB makes a meaningful difference even if you cannot hear the difference on any of the contacts. -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

OK Harry, as you wish, but just DO NOT plug a USB-Serial adapter cable into the DE-9 connector on the back of the K2 ... unless you strive to have Don repair it for you afterward. The connector on the back of your K2 is *NOT* an RS-232 serial port. It does have 2 standard RS-232 wires in it

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

With 2m/70cm FM handhelds on the market selling for $35 to $100, I would think it unwise for Elecraft to attempt to delve into that market, even if it included multi-mode. Yes, an All-Mode 2m/70cm transceiver would be attractive (and they exist), but I suspect the current price point for

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 155, Issue 49

Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 30, 2017, at 2:05 PM, "elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net" > wrote: > > Send Elecraft mailing list submissions to >elecraft@mailman.qth.net > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit >

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

Get the Elecraft KUSB, and don't worry about it. I bought one last year. When I got around to trying it, it was apparently dead. An e-mail to Elecraft had a new one en route that day. You might save a few bucks fiddling around with other brands, but why? 73 Jim Allen W6OGC Sent from my

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Weighted Knob

Years ago I used lead shot and epoxy to sill in the voids on a knob to add weight. You could probably also use BBs instead of the Lead shot From: Doug Millar via Elecraft To: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2017 6:55

Re: [Elecraft] Mounting a KX3+PX3 ?

Have a look at the Go Box made by KG5EIU, his Flickr stream shows how he did it. https://flic.kr/p/FoYs5W 73 from David GM4JJJ > On 30 Mar 2017, at 19:52, Colin Haig (VE3MSC) wrote: > > Any recommendations on how to mount a KX3+PX3 ? I want to try it out with > my microwave

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

I use a converted (by me) 100w NDB as my amplifier after the K3 on 630m. The NDB is an aviation non-directional beacon that used to be common at airports and now are found surplus (if you look). I got mine for $40, fully operational, with built-in ac PS. It normally runs on a xtal LO which

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Weighted Knob

Good solution. Hope it holds up. The lack of knob weight on this most amazing little rig is the only genuine physical design gripe I can come up with. would be nice if it was a slightly heavier and rubberized grip.. pretty tough with such as small knob though and may be cost prohibitive.

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

In some cases a dB or so CAN make a difference. Otherwise, why bother to put a ½dB noise figure GaAsFET pre-amp at the antenna just to overcome 2dB of feedline loss? At the other extreme, if you are being received at 20dB over S-9 running a kilowatt, you'll still be S-5 at 100 milliwatts. 73,

[Elecraft] KX2 Weighted Knob

Hi,     Well, I might have done it. I like a little heavier knob on my radios. Ever since I had an HRO radio.     I took the KX2 knob and put 4 nuts in each of the four bins in the back of the knob. I took some modeling clay and forced it in to hold the nuts and to give more weight. I think

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

The 2M option for the KX3 supports transmit at about 3W output. See: Let me add, there are a lot of new hams with tech licenses. Many of them came to ham radio from an interest in community services ARES/RACES etc. They primarily use 2M and

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

When my KX3 is fully set up for portable operation I have: Antenna RS232 <--> USB to P3 SignaLInk to mic in phone out to splitter splitter to SignaLink splitter to headphones SignaLink to computer Power to KX3 Power to P3 IQ to P3 RS232 <--> P3 I have to swap plugs for the mic to use

[Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

Let's see now, the antenna for 630 meters would be almost four times the length of one for 160? Doesn't sound like a "hiking" antenna to me, unless you're taking along a pack mule, maybe... ;-)   Emory Schley N4LP __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

2 dB might make a difference if you are only interested in having your call sign dug out of the noise for a contest or DXCC contact. Way back the early books from the 1930's that I read and the OT commercial operators from that era I knew said that under typical conditions found on the air, 6 dB

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

I use W6PQLs combiner/splitter pair for the RF paths. I use an Arduino to handle switching the band data from the two K3s, along with the keyline. I switch the pair between the radios using the Tx Focus line from a u2R as control, which drives 4 TopTen A/B switches to switch the combo between

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Hi all, Would like to see the addition for (40m and 30m) of APRS and GPS for mobile use for the KX3 when 2m digipeaters are not reachable. Gerard VK2JNG __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

The DB9-USB-D5-F cost about $15, so for about the price of a USB to RS-232 Cable you can put the USB interface right n the K2. If you decide in the future you want to go a different route you simply remove it and get the KIO2 from Elecraft.

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

In the tub or out? Rick On 3/30/2017 1:47 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: How many watts into a rubber duck for 5 W EIRP? 73, Fred ("Skip") K6DGW Sparks NV USA Washoe County DM09dn On 3/30/2017 12:47 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Working on a 472 kHz HT as we speak :) Wayne N6KR

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

I'm running my two KPAs combined. Is there a difference? That's one of those questions that is tough to answer. I worked lots of people with 500W. I work lots of people with 1000+ W. I don't chase DXCC but things seem to work better on 160. I do feel louder. I think it was N6TR that said

[Elecraft] KX line future accesories

I would have to agree with an internal 2m/440 module for the KX3. In my mind this is the only thing that keeps my KX3 from being my one and only radio for portable use. Unfortunately, I keep going back to my Ft817, instead of my KX3, because it does it all. Dave, KM6P

Re: [Elecraft] K3/100 + P3 **Update**

Earlier post Updated — the P3 has been sold... For Sale: K3/100 Configuration as shown below Updated Price: $1950 inclusive of shipping/insurance to CONUS destination. The complement included in the K3, serial number #6183: — K3/100 with standard 2.7 kHz Filter — KAT3:K3 ATU Option

[Elecraft] OT; New technology/Graphene

(If this has been mentioned before, I apologize.) In looking for information on new battery technology, I found some interesting talks on YouTube about Graphene tied to battery development. Graphene is revolutionary. Relative to an Electron, the thickness of Graphene is said to be two

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

For my use it fits my needs better as I do not plan to use Elecrafts Transverters nor their 100 watt amp remotely. So it becomes a simpler solution. From: Don Wilhelm To: Harry Yingst ; Elecraft Email List Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

Oh boy, here we go again with a KW amp! ;-) Doug, W7KF > On Mar 30, 2017, at 14:47, Fred Jensen wrote: > > How many watts into a rubber duck for 5 W EIRP? > > 73, > > Fred ("Skip") K6DGW > Sparks NV USA > Washoe County DM09dn > > >> On 3/30/2017 12:47 PM, Wayne

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

How many watts into a rubber duck for 5 W EIRP? 73, Fred ("Skip") K6DGW Sparks NV USA Washoe County DM09dn On 3/30/2017 12:47 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Working on a 472 kHz HT as we speak :) Wayne N6KR __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories

As some additional insight into the care needed when working with some of the most popular USB interfaces. I have recently been working on understanding the lack of sensitivity in a 900 MHz ISM device. This device is controlled by an FTDI245RQ USB interface. The clock for this device can be an

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

Harry, OK in broad concept - EXCEPT, things get bogged down in the details: You will have some problems to solve if using that device. First of all, the K2 MCU RX and TX signals need to be TTL (0 to 5V) instead of RS-232 and the polarity must be inverted - so you will need some more logic

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

Hi Wayne, The product we need is a companion 630M 100 watt amplifier for Lowfer enabled K3 transceivers. That would have a big impact on 630M activity The K3 receiver is fantastic on 630M 73 Frank W3LPL - Original Message - From: "Wayne Burdick" To:

[Elecraft] Improved KX2 knob

I stretched out an O-ring a bit and managed to slip it over the tuning knob on my KX2. It now sits about 1/16th of an inch down from the top face of the knob, and it has greatly enhanced my ability to manually scan through the frequencies. I just put the tip of my right index finger at the

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 Accessories? [Thanks!]

Thanks for all the great input, everyone. Too many emails to respond to individually. In the short term, we'll be making some improvements to both KX2 and KX3 firmware. Near the top of the list (other than bug fixes) will be a new menu entry that lets you choose one of two sets of ATU tuning

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

The future 'accessories' I would like to see, is an application for configuration of all the menu settings for K3/K3s/KX3/KX2/Kxxx. Think of how easy it wold be e.g. to change all the AGC configuration - if it could be done with the click of the mouse. 73 de LA8AW - Odd-Egil

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Serial is actually used quite a bit in other fields It just works and is pretty universal From: Walter Underwood To: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2017 1:16 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Re: [Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

Working on a 472 kHz HT as we speak :) Wayne N6KR On Mar 30, 2017, at 12:37 PM, Edward R Cole wrote: > I have the FCC document linked from my website; http://www.kl7uw.com/home.htm > Look for 600m - FCC announcement > > Dated March 29, 2017 the FCC approves ham radio use

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

Instead of a KIO2 I am installing a DB9-USB-D5-F USB straight to the K2 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

Frankly going to the higher power is really a engineering what if and looking at the new higher power devices rather than doubling up the 500.  IMHO Mel, K6KBE From: "j...@kk9a.com" To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2017 12:13 PM Subject:

[Elecraft] FCC R approves 630m ham band

I have the FCC document linked from my website; http://www.kl7uw.com/home.htm Look for 600m - FCC announcement Dated March 29, 2017 the FCC approves ham radio use at 472-479 KHz (630m) though not quite final for ham use. 5w EIRP approved which is just about what one gets with reasonable

[Elecraft] http://www.kl7uw.com/home.htm

Phil, USB ought to provide more than just audio interface. The USB on the K3s provides all the RS232 functions. I mainly use it for digital sw run on the computer, but I also have an utility that controls the K3 VFO and keys PTT. I can use it for panadapter use, as well. I use the FDTI

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

As for the calls for Bluetooth, it's not clear who wants it for wireless mic/headset, and who wants it for digital comms. For digital comms, I think the problem will be audio codecs adding artifacts. The A2DP[1] mandatory codecs are all lossy, and are targeted for human audio perception, not

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

Hi John, I don't combine my KPA-500's. I use them in an SO2R setup. Rich - N5ZC On 3/30/2017 1:53 PM, j...@kk9a.com wrote: There are various circumstances and 1.76dB may or may not be important. Much depends on your interests and goals. I am curious how you combined two KPA500's. The

[Elecraft] Fwd: Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Sometimes I don't read the fine print... Sorry Bill, was to go to the list. Jack KD4IZ Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: sancho > Date: March 30, 2017 at 14:12:26 EDT > To: Bill Frantz > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

I have the digital recorder option on my K3. But, when I use my KX2 (or, the KX3 I used to own) they are usually in the field sometimes using a picnic bench if nearby or otherwise the tailgate of my pickup truck with the portable antenna somewhere not far away. Can’t imagine in that scenario

[Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 Accessories?

Me too. Bluetooth or the equivalent for whatever can work that way, and something like the yesteryear computer “docking stations” for all the rest, maybe as the front end of a DC power supply. Ted, KN1CBR -- Message: 17 Date: Thu,

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

I have never used a mic with my KX2 although the MH2 came free with it. I used the mic on my KX3 (sold a month ago) once merely to see if it worked. Otherwise, CW is my only mode for the portable ops and I have never used them with an amplifier. Barefoot is fine with me so far. 73, phil,

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Wow, Seven cables! I am wondering if I even have seven cables on my K3+P3+KPA500+KAT500. Obviously not a rig you want to take into the field for portable ops which is the primary reason for my KX2 (and my former KX3). 73, phil, K7PEH > On Mar 30, 2017, at 11:11 AM, Walter Underwood

[Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

There are various circumstances and 1.76dB may or may not be important. Much depends on your interests and goals. I am curious how you combined two KPA500's. The commercial combiners that I have seen are extremely expensive and are not set up for the KPA500 automatic band switching. Perhaps an

[Elecraft] Mounting a KX3+PX3 ?

Any recommendations on how to mount a KX3+PX3 ? I want to try it out with my microwave setup, and would like to mount them on flat board or aluminum base, and was wondering what people have done for mounting brackets? Thanks in advance and 73, Colin VE3MSC

[Elecraft] Amplifier

I personally would like to have a solid state amp capable of 1500 watts. I have an Alpha 9500 and Palstar HF-Auto that works just fine but I enjoy the way my KPA500/KAT500 along with the K3S works seamlessly with one another. Surely a solid state amp and tuner could replace my present setup with

[Elecraft] Fwd: Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Forgot to send this to whole list. Begin forwarded message: > From: Carl Jón Denbow > Date: March 29, 2017 at 9:46:06 PM EDT > To: Wayne Burdick > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories? > > That's easy, Wayne. I'd love to see an internal

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Most of us are going to see the radio in terms of what we actually do with the radio. For example, I know why I didn't buy a set of paddles. I'd never use them. I'm not sure why I bought the microphone, I've used it very little. Lots of folks use those, so I'm glad they are options. I like

Re: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

They're trying to get an idea what to add to the prototype that's on Wayne's bench Smiling Paul KB9AVO On Mar 30, 2017 2:18 PM, "John Dolan" wrote: > I would definitely like to replace my Fl-7000 amp. 50 pounds is too much > to have to move around (I am an old man

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

I hope we can be more creative than that! How about recording, playback, and automation features, some of which have not yet been imagined. How abut signal processing operations that are beyond the DSP capability in the radio? How about some not-so-distant future when spoken language translation

Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

I have one of these, which is experimental. It's definitely an improvement over the stock KX2 VFO knob: https://gemsproducts.com/product/kx2-vfo-a-knob-beta/ Paul, VA7CDB -Original Message- Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2017 13:06:13 -0500 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2 To:

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Walt, I have 8 into the KX3. I really meant the KX2 to which I have one cable plugged into it: the antenna. If I used the KX3 in place of the KX2 I would have only two cables, the mic and the antenna. However, I have temporarily used the KX3 in place of my K3S, an I use the KXPA100 etc., in

Re: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

I would definitely like to replace my Fl-7000 amp. 50 pounds is too much to have to move around (I am an old man now!) 73, John WB4YAL *Many of life's problems can be solved by simply deciding what we can do without. -John Dolan * __

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

I counted. I have seven cables to plug/unplug from my KX3. I don’t use the KEY jack and don’t have the 2m transverter. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On Mar 30, 2017, at 10:51 AM, Bill Johnson wrote: > > Phil, Me too. I

Re: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

Besides, I would really like to replace my DX-2SP.  I can't lift it!! Mel, K6KBE From: charlie carroll To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2017 9:33 AM Subject: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities Eric/Wayne: Quite a few folks have

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Yes. Just like the only real purpose of a set of paddles is to send CW. 73 -- Lynn On 3/30/2017 9:53 AM, Phil Hystad wrote: Is the only purpose of USB audio to interface to a computer for data ops (RTTY, PSK, etc.)? On Mar 30, 2017, at 9:47 AM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT

Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

I would ditto George Serikas's comments about the tuning knob. Finger dimple or whatever you feel would help. Love my KX2 for sure. Tom KB5RF On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 9:38 AM, George Sereikas wrote: > > Wayne, > > I have one small request for the KX2. I’d like to see a

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

While thinking a little longer, how about a KPA500X with a combiner added into it so one could add on over time to the 1KW power either with the original purchase of a plain 500 watt amp or the one ready for expansion? 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

Rich, I am for Elecraft making an effective combiner to use 2 KPA500's.I would then have flexibility to use either for one 1kw or 2 500watt radios. A 1500 watt radio will be very heavy and I just sold my ~60# THP 2.5kfx as I was barely able to move it on my own and I am not getting any

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Phil, Me too. I already do this. My grab and go KX2 does it all for me. The KX3, I have to take a mic too, but both of these are grab and go in my shack. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Hystad Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

I second the BT idea but make it duplex for two way communications. It would be nice to control/ monitor via smart phone/tablet or laptop. No cables just fun. That would be a first in the market as far as I know. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial adapter for KIO2

Paul: There seem to be two distinct USB-serial chipsets, FTDI and Prolific. Others [like Keyspan] appear to use the Prolific [most of the time]. Three older Prolific models are not supported in Windows 10 and will give "Error 10" when plugged in. Prolific has also had problems with

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Also if possible, additional audio message buffers on the KX2/ KX3 DVR. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 29, 2017, at 8:45 PM, Peter LaBissoniere wrote: > > Beer holder would be nice Wayne. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Mar 29, 2017, at 8:35 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 Suggestions

Wayne, How about a possible break-out type box to incorporate switches so we can plug the kX3 in more neatly, since many of us use it as the main rig? That way we could switch modes, etc. by flipping switches instead of unpluggin/plugging cables. If used in the field too, just unplug and go.

[Elecraft] KX3/KX2 Suggestions

Hi Wayne, et al.- Lots of good ideas. The only one I keep thinking of is a little more hefty tuning knob, especially for the KX2. I don't mean a lead knob, just one with a little more mass and better feel. Maybe someone makes one already? Except for that, I can't think of much. I have both

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Thanks for confirming my guess. I remain amazed that serial connections are used so much in amateur radio. Outside of amateur radio, I’ve used RS-232 connections once since the early 1990’s. In 2002, I connected a console to an HP-UX to rebuild the kernel and get it on our net. I threw away

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Sound Card and Windows 10

Marvin, I run my K3s with Windows 10 pro with no issues. However, I can think of one area that has a problem from time to time. the FTDI driver. Go to the Elecraft site and download the driver and install it on the computer that is having the problem. That should fix the problem. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Is the only purpose of USB audio to interface to a computer for data ops (RTTY, PSK, etc.)? > On Mar 30, 2017, at 9:47 AM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT > wrote: > > Me too. > > On 3/30/2017 5:26 AM, Bill Barnes, N3JIX wrote: >> I would like to second this one: USB

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Me too. On 3/30/2017 5:26 AM, Bill Barnes, N3JIX wrote: I would like to second this one: USB audio board for the kx3. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

I am watching these posts with great interest and anticipation! Can't wait to see what develops with the actual amp. 73, John WB4YAL *Many of life's problems can be solved by simply deciding what we can do without. -John Dolan * __

[Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

I have a pair of KPA-500's for an SO2R setup. Seamless. I've been running the numbers on the advantage of going to 1000 or 1500 watts. 500 watts to 1000 watts - 3.01 db gain 500 watts to 1500 watts - 4.77 db gain Will the increase from 1000 to 1500 watts or a 1.76 db increase in gain,

Re: [Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

And I am sure that there are many like myself who while I have not posted, have been reading all of the comments and are very interested Today is a good day to have a Great Day! 73 Ron Wilcox KF7ZN On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 10:22 AM, charlie carroll wrote: > Eric/Wayne: > >

[Elecraft] New Amplifier Capabilities

Eric/Wayne: Quite a few folks have contributed many ideas about the characteristics of a new 1500 watt solid state amp. With all this info, I am now curious as to what might make the cut and when. I won't even go near the $$ question. :-) 73 charlie, k1xx/vp2mmf

Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

George, 100% supportt! I've been thinking even to swap the KX2 knob with the lovely-rubber-coated knob of the FT-817ND! Not sure yet if it is possible at all, :). Surely, anything original from Elecraft would be of no hesitations! Linas LY2H On 2017 kov. 30, kt at 17:47 George Sereikas

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K3s, microKEYER II and JT65

On 3/30/2017 10:12 AM, German Duran wrote: I wrote you to li...@subich.com because I did not have any other mail from you. There are three separate e-mail addresses on the "contact us" page at www.microHAM-USA.com. Any one of them would work but "supp...@microham.com" would certainly be more

[Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories? lets go mobile .......

an external accessory ... using either the swr bridge in the radio or the kxp100.. a box to run a screwdriver... I love the KX2 it fits perfectly, i had tried all sorts of tuners and the nicest so far is the west mountain target tuner which uses a separate box ( rfbridge)with a cat 6

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Hi Walter, In the K3S, we could move the KIO3B digital electronics to the upper section of the main board, far away from the RF board. The main board is also a multi-layer type, so we could sandwich most of the noisy digital signals between signal ground planes, shielding them pretty

[Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

Wayne, As we head into the noisy bottom of the sunspot cycle, I would like a portable radio that I can knock-around on camping trips. - Portable; not ultra light - Waterproof, shock resistant - Should be effective for checking into ssb nets on 75m - I

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

It would be great if you could plug something internal to a PX3 to make it more of a 'display terminal', with a bit more features, maybe for contesting. 73 Ken WB2ART On 3/30/2017 11:08 AM, Anthony Luscre k...@arrl.net [KX3] wrote: It would be great to have a small display external with

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