[Elecraft] FS : KX3 and Accesories KG6VDW

The KX3 has been spoken for. 73 KG6VDW Jon __ 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:

[Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report

Good Evening,     QSB was everywhere.  ESP one moment S5 the next.  S3 to S7 was pretty normal.  And the every present hiss with a few whistlers.  But it was nice to hear spring is coming to at least a few of us.  40 meters was open to at least Kentucky but that was an ESP contact more often

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation

I had to take a two-week NASA soldering school when I began work at Goldstone Tracking Facility in the Mojave Desert in 1971. Components were all thru-hole back then. A lot of years have passed since them but as I recall we bent the leads after insertion, soldered, and trimmed flush. I

[Elecraft] FS : KX3 and Accesories KG6VDW

Greetings fellow Elecrafters, I have for sale a mint condition KX3 serial number 84xx purchased in 2015 factory assemble. It includes the following options : 1) KXFL3 - Dual Bandwidth Filter. 2) KXAT3-F – Internal 20 Watt Antenna Tuner. 3) KXBC3 – NiMH Battery holder and Charger. And

Re: [Elecraft] NG7M / 2 Videos on FSK RTTY timings generated with EXTFSK/64 on new and older PC's via USB FTDI Com Ports

Folks - let's end the thread now in the interest of reducing list email overload (and argument overload) for others. Please take the it off-list. 73, Eric Mooderator elecraft.com _..._ > On Mar 25, 2018, at 3:35 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: > > >> On 3/25/2018 4:37 PM,

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Announcement

Indeed.  Westbound out of Reno NV, the CA state line isn't very far.  Just before it is the Gold Ranch Casino, a last chance just in case you haven't paid all the NV taxes on out-of-staters.  It is where they close I-80 WB when the snow gets too heavy for the plows.  Many in-vehicle GPS

Re: [Elecraft] NG7M / 2 Videos on FSK RTTY timings generated with EXTFSK/64 on new and older PC's via USB FTDI Com Ports

On 3/25/2018 4:37 PM, Rick WA6NHC wrote: So I agree Joe, as often as you're spot on, that your data may be a bit dated on this topic. I'm positive I'm not the only one using more than a dual core CPU in the station as most of the software these days (if not the OS) requires better performance.

Re: [Elecraft] NG7M / 2 Videos on FSK RTTY timings generated with EXTFSK/64 on new and older PC's via USB FTDI Com Ports

On 3/25/2018 1:37 PM, Rick WA6NHC wrote: Joe, I suspect you're selling the ham community short.  While 'thrifty' (ok, most hams are just plain cheap but it IS a hobby in a world of life issues) there is a LOT of computing power available in the used market.  One can pick up an I-5/6/7 for a

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

Mark, Does IPC-610 also cover automotive products? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Goldberg Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2018 6:20 PM To: Elecraft Mailing List Subject:

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

For commercial products, there is IPC-610. That is 400+ pages of descriptions of how to determine acceptability of and build electronic assemblies. It has very clear explanations and lots of pictures and diagrams of right and wrong ways to do things. Unfortunately, you may have to pay to get a

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I only use "non-GMO enhanced" solder that is free-ranged. Also, only natural lead & pure tin mined by hand without polluting equipment is used with rosin (flux) from contented pine trees that have at least one wild endangered species bird nest in it. 73, Charlie k3ICH

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I use a Hakko 936, wrist strap and 700 degrees F. Very small tip and Kester .015. I have used larger including a Radio shack el cheapo and much larger solder when I built my K2 #35 in Circa 1999. 72 & 73, Bill K9YEQ FT’er for K2, KX1, KX3, KXPA100, KAT500, W2, etc. From: Mel Farrer

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I do also carefully reflow..  Don't what any popping loose.  Usually with a finger on the part.  Wrist strap on of course. Mel, K6KBE From: Bill Johnson To: Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2018 2:31 PM Subject:

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I populate, solder, cut, re-solder. 72 & 73, Bill K9YEQ FT’er for K2, KX1, KX3, KXPA100, KAT500, W2, etc. -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Nr4c Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2018 4:08 PM To: hawley, charles j jr

Re: [Elecraft] No audio

Mic bias??? Did you plug in the SPEAKER? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 25, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Robert wrote: > > Hi, > > Since a few days I have a problem with the audio of my K3. > > All normal settings are oke, but still no audio, even not with a > hand

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

And trimming before soldering allows the exposed copper “end” of the lead to be coated with solder thus eliminating corrosion to the bare copper. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 25, 2018, at 2:05 PM, hawley, charles j jr > wrote: > > That's probably good

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

Jim, There is actually a way to have your cake and eat it too. Supply the surface mount parts or parts with leads with gold solder pads or leads. Most space parts come this way anyways. These meet RoHS. Prior to mounting on the boards use hot solder pot with SnPb solder to displace the gold

Re: [Elecraft] NG7M / 2 Videos on FSK RTTY timings generated with EXTFSK/64 on new and older PC's via USB FTDI Com Ports

On 3/25/2018 12:15 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: Even today the number/percentage of amateurs using liquid cooled, hex core 3 GHz i7 processors like you used for your first "demonstration" is exceedingly small.  As I have told you multiple times, based on my support work the average amateur

[Elecraft] OT: Seeking collaborator on 20 m, 5 dBi, 9 foot radius, 2 pound antenna system

If like me you’ve spent too much time thinking about this subject already, *and* you’re a whiz with Mini-NEC, please contact me off-list. Wayne N6KR http://www.elecraft.c __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] NG7M / 2 Videos on FSK RTTY timings generated with EXTFSK/64 on new and older PC's via USB FTDI Com Ports

On 3/25/2018 1:25 PM, M. George wrote: Joe, your 2010 data (which you haven't looked up and provided, but I assume exists? from 8 years ago) isn't a good comparison to changes at the OS, CPU / hardware level between 2010 and 2018. You are very good at telling everyone the way things are, but

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I've soldered a LOT of components to circuit boards and I've always cut the leads prior to soldering. I insert the component and flip the board over to see which direction the runs go from the lead.  I bend the lead in the direction of the run, which serves the purpose of holding the

[Elecraft] No audio

Hi, Since a few days I have a problem with the audio of my K3. All normal settings are oke, but still no audio, even not with a hand microphone. TX is working normal. = Mic sel : FP.H - high = Mic level : 20 = CMP level : 20 I have been searching the reflector to find if someone had this

[Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

Tony, Thanks for the very detailed explanation. I know we are stressing the moderators with these somewhat OT postings, but I have learned something today. Your note about lead in solder is very apropos. I know that NASA is not wanting to have solder "whiskers" in any of their critical space

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

That's probably good advice from NASA. However in 50 years, I've never cracked a solder joint by trimming off the excess lead after soldering. I can see how it could be imagined to happen and safer for sure if you are not going to be able to fix it should it ever happen. Chuck Hawley

Re: [Elecraft] K2 building

Sounds great! I've thought about doing that... Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur Radio, KE9UW aka Jack, BMW Motorcycles From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] on behalf of tu...@zoominternet.net

[Elecraft] K2 building

Building another K2 YEARS after my first (which I sold). I had forgotten how much work was involved! Having a good time though and taking my time. Nice to be soldering again even though my hands are not as steady and my eyes need magnifying glasses to see those small parts! Just finished the

[Elecraft] NG7M / 2 Videos on FSK RTTY timings generated with EXTFSK/64 on new and older PC's via USB FTDI Com Ports

Joe, your 2010 data (which you haven't looked up and provided, but I assume exists? from 8 years ago) isn't a good comparison to changes at the OS, CPU / hardware level between 2010 and 2018. You are very good at telling everyone the way things are, but not very good at showing folks the way

[Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net

Please consider joining the weekly Elecraft SSB Net on Sundays at 18:00z (UTC). Frequency is 14.303.5 in the 20m band. Despite the contest today, we will try to run the net. Eric, WB9JNZ, the regular net control station sent the following list from last week: Elecraft SSB Net 3-18-2018 WB9JNZ

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

Hi Jim, Doug is correct about military and space work. All parts are precut or have spacers installed prior to board mounting. Between flux, solder/flux and mechanical means the parts are held in place until the reflow oven. For some programs, boards are not allowed to be reworked. Some programs

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I was NASA certified to solder components back in the late 60's. I don't remember much except that stripping wires teflon wires required thermal wire strippers, and each solder joint used the minimum amount of solder and wires were wrapped around terminals for a specified number of degrees.

[Elecraft] XG1

Thanks to all I now have what I needed 73 KC5WA -- The Morse be with youLive Long and Prosper __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] XG1

Check your email... 73s and thanks, Dave NK7Z https://www.nk7z.net On 03/25/2018 08:45 AM, Robert 'RC' Conley wrote: I need a "manual' for an XG1 signal general. I know its discontinued. Need to determine if this one is functional or not. Thanks KC5WA

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 "HI CUR" Warning

Chris, That high SWR indication along with the HI CUR warning usually means that there is no antenna or dummy load electrically connected. Check the cable from the KXAT3 to the BNC jack to be certain it is properly seated. Did you ever connect an old 75 ohm BNC connector to the KX3? Modern

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I guess if you're building something that goes into a spacecraft or is life support equipment, you want to do everything you can to make the product as reliable as possible. In most cases, ham gear, especially hand assembled ham gear, doesn't fall into that category. Mass produced through-hole

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

I agree, the stated NASA "method" does amaze me. First, the K2 is not likely to go a space journey. Components with pre-cut leads may require 3 hands. One to hold the component, one to hold the soldering iron and another to hold the solder. I would assume that NASA directive was for

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

Heathkit recommended the "bad practice" saying "solder the leads to the foil and cut off the excess lead lengths". Reprimanding a technician for doing this is insane. Doug "Political correctness is a weapon used to silence people who tell the truth" - Ayaan Hirsi Ali -Original Message-

[Elecraft] XG1

I need a "manual' for an XG1 signal general. I know its discontinued. Need to determine if this one is functional or not. Thanks KC5WA -- The Morse be with youLive Long and Prosper __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

Jerome, Now this is interesting. This is totally opposite of the way most of us were taught to solder. Among the kits I used to put together were Heathkit and Ramsey, both of whom recommended securing the parts in place by spreading the leads, soldering, and then cutting the wires close to the

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 "HI CUR" Warning

Hi, Since it is displaying HI CUR it is more likely a short. I am not familiar with the KX2, but other Elecraft rigs has a spark gap across the antenna input. These devices are designed to fail safe, ie short, if overloaded. Not sure how to check that on a KX2 though. /Johan On Sunday, 25

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 "HI CUR" Warning

Bill, Thanks for your response. I tried tuning into a 50 ohm dummy load (using known good cables), and see the same issue. Neither the BNC nor the internal cables look damaged in any way. I'll note I never use an internal battery, so I rarely open the unit. -- Chris (KD2FLH) On March 25,

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 "HI CUR" Warning

I recently corrected such a fault on my KX3 by replacing the BNC chassis connector. I had tried all other suspects: cables, faulty connectors, cheap crap from Fleabay rather than a reputable source, even different (previously working) antennas; nothing worked. My misadventures are chronicled

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 "HI CUR" Warning

Check every connection in any system. VSWR of 25.1 is normal for an “no antenna” condition at any connector. Something is disconnected. WIt’s this HI SWR you will get HI CUR warming as radio tries to develop power into the non-existing antenna. And you will not get much power developed. Sent

[Elecraft] KX2 "HI CUR" Warning

My KX2 started now only reports 25.4-1 when attempting to tune my antenna. The value does not fluctuate during the tuning process. During some transmit attempts (SSB, Power set to 3.0W), I received the "HI CUR"message. In general, my reported power output never gets above 0.5W, no matter what