Re: [Elecraft] K1 high demand...

2024-04-29 Thread Andrew Moore
> but why when you have the KX3, KX2 and now the KH1. All superior QRP rigs to the K1. That, of course, is subjective. Owned the KX2 and KX3, great rigs but sold them. No interest in the KH1. Re-acquired a K1 a few days ago. 73 NV1B .. On Sun, Apr 28, 2024 at 10:50 PM Paul Van Dyke wrote: >

[Elecraft] FS: K4D, ATU, SP4, mic (7 mo. old)

2023-11-13 Thread Andrew Moore
I just don't use it much. Perfect condition, bought it new 7 months ago. About 40 QSOs, according to my log. K4D/100 transceiver KAT4 tuner SP4 speaker MH4 hand mic $5,200 shipped CONUS 73 Andrew NV1B Kittery, Maine .. __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] TS-890 vs K4D performance?

2023-10-23 Thread Andrew Moore
Lashing out is an indication of an unrelated underlying issue. Feelings of inadequacy or inferiority. Real or imagined. 73, -Andrew NV1B .. On Mon, Oct 23, 2023 at 2:02 PM Clay Autery wrote: > LMAO! Yes, because anecdotal story-telling on this list by various > un/under-qualified people

Re: [Elecraft] Brand New KX2 Issues

2023-08-30 Thread Andrew Moore
Sorry to hear about the issues. When you sent the radio back, did you sent back the mic as well? I'm wondering if they tried to replicate it with the same mike you're using. My best guess is it's a problem with the microphone connector - either the plug or the socket - maybe the two aren't meshing

Re: [Elecraft] Fw: Re: K4 pre order

2023-04-14 Thread Andrew Moore
> So what's the guy talking about putting money up 2 years ago and still not receiving his radio? I couldn't figure it out, as I ordered a K4D in February with no deposit, and received it in just 7 weeks. It occurred to me he might be talking about putting money down for a K3 board, not a K4

Re: [Elecraft] K4D order/delivery/price

2023-04-11 Thread Andrew Moore
Hi Pete - apparently (my guess) demand is high enough that they don't need to capture funds right away. When your radio is nearing the top of the queue (but not necessarily ready to ship), they'll send you an invoice for payment in full, and your radio will ship shortly thereafter. I don't speak

Re: [Elecraft] arrl.net domain is being blocked!

2023-01-23 Thread Andrew Moore
Note that many email clients can be configured with a custom "reply-to" address - using your @arrl.net address there is still fair game, and will cause "reply" function to send it to you @arrl.net. 73, NV1B .. On Mon, Jan 23, 2023 at 4:56 PM Dave New wrote: > Thought I'd follow up on the

Re: [Elecraft] K2

2023-01-17 Thread Andrew Moore
Have you tried it into a dummy load? 73 NV1B On Tue, Jan 17, 2023 at 11:35 AM Mark Finkelstein via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > My K2 keyer works on test and 0.1 watts on a new installation, but after > that it cuts out. I suspect RF interference. Any other thoughts before I

Re: [Elecraft] QRP and Contesting

2022-11-08 Thread Andrew Moore
No, you don't win >> categories, but my head & heart love itSent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device >> Original message From: Wayne Burdick >> Date: 11/8/22 6:41 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Andrew Moore < >> andrew.n...@gmail.com> Cc: Elecraft Reflector

Re: [Elecraft] QRP and Contesting

2022-11-08 Thread Andrew Moore
(to be clear: I have great respect and admiration for the hard-core CW contest ops and their high speed skills) NV1B .. On Tue, Nov 8, 2022 at 6:27 PM Andrew Moore wrote: > Hi Jim - > > Among the best ways to get better at something is to practice, and often a > better way is

Re: [Elecraft] QRP and Contesting

2022-11-08 Thread Andrew Moore
Hi Jim - Among the best ways to get better at something is to practice, and often a better way is to practice while jumping into a live scenario (as opposed to simulated or offline) before you're reasonably proficient. I wouldn't recommend that approach for learning how to fly an airplane or

Re: [Elecraft] Product availability communications (was: KPA1500 Amplifiers are now shipping from Stock)

2022-10-07 Thread Andrew Moore
> MH3 has been TBD for over 6 months Is there any reason to believe this is inaccurate? 73 de NV1B .. On Fri, Oct 7, 2022 at 5:41 PM Dean Felz wrote: > MH3 has been TBD for over 6 months > > On Fri, Oct 7, 2022, 2:33 PM Brian Hunt wrote: > > > Check the “Shipping Status” link on the

Re: [Elecraft] Selling K2?

2022-08-02 Thread Andrew Moore
Hi Bernie & all - Last week I removed some options that I no longer need from my K2. I'm keeping the K2/10 with the audio CW filter, but have the following available, if anyone is interested in them separately. Please note that some options might require a couple components that I am leaving in

Re: [Elecraft] How do I know if my K2 has BFOMDKT installed?

2022-07-22 Thread Andrew Moore
lacing a 2.7k resistor in parallel with the > 100K on RP2 P& and P8. I believe the change was to help add stability to > the PLL Oscillator circuit. > > 73, > Dave, W8FGU > > > On 7/21/2022 11:04:58 PM, "Andrew Moore" wrote: > > >I just installed t

[Elecraft] WTB: QRP cover for K2

2022-07-22 Thread Andrew Moore
Hi all - I'm converting my K2/100 back to a K2/10 and need the original cover. I've got one coming but it might be a long wait. If anyone has one available let me know. Thanks & 73, -Andrew NV1B .. __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] How do I know if my K2 has BFOMDKT installed?

2022-07-21 Thread Andrew Moore
I just installed the temperature compensated PLL reference upgrade kit on my K2 #892. >From everything I can see, this rig (which I bought used) has been brought up to date in almost every way. One step in the assembly instructions says that for S/N < 3000, make sure I've installed the BFOMDKT

Re: [Elecraft] K2 versus K3 specs

2022-07-14 Thread Andrew Moore
> the K3 is a vastly superior radio Brian - if you had nickel for every time someone declared one rig is better than another without knowing your needs or offering reasons to back it up, you could buy both ;) As many will say, don't over think sensitivity. You'll probably find many other

Re: [Elecraft] problem with K2, KAT100 and K2100PA combo

2022-07-12 Thread Andrew Moore
> I have not found them to be reliable Just curious - can you elaborate and quantify? Bad solder joints? > AMASS connectors are far superior Superior for what? > banana plugs are better Better for what? Thanks & 73, -Andrew NV1B On Tue, Jul 12, 2022 at 7:46 PM jerry wrote: > On

Re: [Elecraft] Wanted: KPA100 Amplifier for K2

2022-07-09 Thread Andrew Moore
Hi Bill & list - I bought a K2 from someone on the list and it came with the KPA100, which I tried out (works fine) but am not likely to use. If I can figure out how to uninstall it, it will be available. I'll just need to go through the manual and make sure I can reinstall components (if any)

Re: [Elecraft] The Most Interesting Ham in the World [New KX2 Ad]

2022-06-08 Thread Andrew Moore
Most of her station is homebrew, built on designs by amateur ancestors but with her unique contributions. His station accessories are built from components salvaged from the yard sale "free pile" and the town dump. They're the most interesting hams in the world. Andrew NV1B On Wed, Jun 8,

Re: [Elecraft] PayPal holding payment.

2022-05-07 Thread Andrew Moore
> Even eBay is moving away from PayPal. As soon as they split from PayPal ebay now holds onto your funds for a while. Previously you could sell an item, have funds go right to PayPal, and instantly move the money our of PayPal. Not so anymore. It got worse, not better. Andrew NV1B On Sat, May

Re: [Elecraft] IndeIdefinate support for K3s?

2022-05-01 Thread Andrew Moore
I can't speak for Elecraft but given the present disruptions in parts, supply chains and labor, coupled with inflation, I have to wonder how they could possibly give an answer other than "as long as possible." Something you might consider (maybe you already have) is buy a backup K3S to serve as a

Re: [Elecraft] SK Station Disposition

2022-04-25 Thread Andrew Moore
What kind of person would notice it? There's an element of genius in both! Andrew NV1B On Sun, Apr 24, 2022 at 11:29 PM Walter Underwood wrote: > What kind of person would put a list of states in almost, but not quite, > reverse alphabetical order? > > wunder > K6WRU > > > On Apr 24, 2022,

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 WTB(uild) external amplified speaker

2022-04-15 Thread Andrew Moore
my blog) > > > On Apr 14, 2022, at 4:50 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: > > > > KX2 arrived yesterday after a ~15 week wait, which was pretty much spot > on > > with Elecraft's original estimate. > > > > One of the best features is, especially for a compact rig w

[Elecraft] KX2 WTB(uild) external amplified speaker

2022-04-14 Thread Andrew Moore
KX2 arrived yesterday after a ~15 week wait, which was pretty much spot on with Elecraft's original estimate. One of the best features is, especially for a compact rig with limited dedicated controls, the ability to assign a programmable function button to an otherwise buried menu feature. For

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping via UPS - A Lesson Learned the Hard Way

2022-04-13 Thread Andrew Moore
ape Cod is good too. > > Tragically, I will now be making the "that's funny because you're so > easily ruffled, Julia" joke before any of y'all have a chance. > > On Wed, Apr 13, 2022, 10:01 Andrew Moore wrote: > >> > Elecraft products are relatively small however the

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping via UPS - A Lesson Learned the Hard Way

2022-04-13 Thread Andrew Moore
://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2022-April/date.html > > John KK9A > > > Andrew Moore nv1b wrote: > > Other than trying to remember and ignore by subject line, is there a way to > mute specific threads on the Elecraft mailing list (via qth.net)? Maybe > I'm > t

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping via UPS - A Lesson Learned the Hard Way

2022-04-12 Thread Andrew Moore
>> I fail to understand the hardship of using the delete key. > Same here One could say the same about going to the UPS Store and simply paying them for their service ;) 73, Andrew NV1B .. On Mon, Apr 11, 2022 at 10:40 PM Jim Brown wrote: > On 4/11/2022 5:30 PM, Wes wrote: > > I fail to

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping via UPS - A Lesson Learned the Hard Way

2022-04-11 Thread Andrew Moore
the case at hand, I fail to understand the hardship of using the delete > key. > > Wes N7WS > > > > > > On 4/11/2022 4:45 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: > > Other than trying to remember and ignore by subject line, is there a way > to > > mute specific threads on

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping via UPS - A Lesson Learned the Hard Way

2022-04-11 Thread Andrew Moore
Other than trying to remember and ignore by subject line, is there a way to mute specific threads on the Elecraft mailing list (via qth.net)? Maybe I'm thinking of the feature on @groups.io mailing lists - but this would be helpful as Elecraft related topics morph into posts containing no Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Feature request K4 ATU - nearest band tuning

2022-04-11 Thread Andrew Moore
I wonder if the K4 & tuner could a good enough approximation based on RX signal level or even background noise level. When I've done this manually, for both outside and within the ham bands, using the L & C on my external tuner, I can hear the difference and know generally where a good match is

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays

2022-03-30 Thread Andrew Moore
>> memories of one incredibly expensive Raytheon-Collins HF transceiver >> [KWM-380? or something like that] before the end. I think that was it, the KWM-380, and I remember people describing it as such when I saw it at W4VSV when I got my ticket. Made my first QSO on it! Andrew NV1B .. On

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays

2022-03-30 Thread Andrew Moore
I'm not sure how big a company Flex is, but Elecraft is a small one doing a great design and development and putting out some amazing products, while having limited resources. A fair comparison might be against a company in a similar position. Again, not saying Flex isn't (I don't know). Certainly

Re: [Elecraft] K2 scratchy noise on RX CW signals

2022-02-19 Thread Andrew Moore
The only way to really find out is to re-install it and set everything > to default. > A good exercise for a rainy/snowy afternoon. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > > On 2/19/2022 9:04 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: > > Hi Don - thanks for the suggestion. Any idea if the scratchy audio > &

Re: [Elecraft] K2 scratchy noise on RX CW signals

2022-02-19 Thread Andrew Moore
Start with all settings at default and go from there. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > > On 2/17/2022 3:55 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: > > I replaced the KDSP2 with a newly built KAF2 today and am happy to report > > the noise is gone. Not sure if the board swap had anything to do wi

Re: [Elecraft] K2 scratchy noise on RX CW signals

2022-02-17 Thread Andrew Moore
I replaced the KDSP2 with a newly built KAF2 today and am happy to report the noise is gone. Not sure if the board swap had anything to do with it, but everything sounds great now and hope that continues. Thanks, -Andrew / NV1B .. On Wed, Feb 16, 2022 at 10:08 PM Andrew Moore wrote: >

[Elecraft] K2 scratchy noise on RX CW signals

2022-02-16 Thread Andrew Moore
Hi Elecrafters - Today I took delivery of K2 #892 and very happy to have it in the shack after selling my #4958, I think it was, years ago... if anyone has it I'd like it back please). This #892 has a "static sounding" scratchy/raspy noise on top of CW signals. It sounds similar to what you'd

[Elecraft] WTB K2

2022-01-28 Thread Andrew Moore
Looking for a K2. Prefer working but will consider a "parts" radio. Please contact me off list. Thanks, -Andrew / NV1B .. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] WTB: K1 (or boards) for parts

2022-01-20 Thread Andrew Moore
Looking for a K1 and/or related boards (KFL1-2, KAT1) for parts/repair. Working is a bonus ;) Please email me off list. Thanks & 73, -Andrew / NV1B .. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K2 remote KPA100 / KAT100?

2013-05-25 Thread Andrew Moore
There used to be some sites that described how to put a KPA100 and KAT100 in a remote EC2 enclosure for the K2, but I can't find these anymore. Can anyone point me to the info? Thanks 73, --Andrew, NV1B .. __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Griffin Imic used...

2013-05-23 Thread Andrew Moore
Apple's Lightning to 30 pin adapter should work with that setup on the newer (Lightning) models. I am using Griffin iMic with newer iPad mini (Lightning) and the adapter no prob. I suggest you use Apple's one not a knockoff. On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 9:07 AM, Rick Robinson rickw...@gmail.com

[Elecraft] Followup - iOS controlling K2 via RS-232

2013-05-18 Thread Andrew Moore
Followup on the iPhone as a wired remote control for K2: Thanks to the redpark.com cable, it's working - got a prototype iPhone app doing reads/writes directly with no need for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or other devices inbetween (well there is an embedded controller inside the cable, but the cable still

[Elecraft] iPad as wired remote for Elecraft rig?

2013-05-13 Thread Andrew Moore
I've searched a lot and can't find the answer so I'm asking the group. Is it possible to use the iPad as detachable head for a K2, K3 or KX3, using a direct connection (no Bluetooth / PC / wireless / Internet)? I know the Apple Camera Connectivity Kit with some USB audio adapters give you a

Re: [Elecraft] iPad as wired remote for Elecraft rig?

2013-05-13 Thread Andrew Moore
, apps developed for it are for private/internal use only and will not be allowed for sale (or even for free) in the Apple Store, but it may be just the ticket for my needs. 73, --Andrew, NV1B .. On 13/05/13 15:18, Andrew Moore wrote: I've searched a lot and can't find the answer so I'm asking

Re: [Elecraft] Owner of a MAC and KX3

2013-03-31 Thread Andrew Moore
Mac running a recent version of OS X works fine with the KX3. The only trouble I ran into was trying to reload the factory/original config file - for some reason the Mac's KX3 Utility wouldn't recognize the file format, so I moved to a PC and reloaded it there without a problem. You aren'y likely

Re: [Elecraft] FS K3/100 mint, 5 months old

2013-03-30 Thread Andrew Moore
K3/100 has been sold. K3/100 s/n 6907 with only option the USB cable, bought new Oct. 2012 On Fri, Mar 29, 2013 at 7:19 PM, Andrew Moore andrew.n...@gmail.com wrote: K3/100 s/n 6907 with only option the USB cable, bought new Oct. 2012 Absolutely 100 percent mint, could not be cleaner

[Elecraft] FS K3/100 mint, 5 months old

2013-03-29 Thread Andrew Moore
K3/100 s/n 6907 with only option the USB cable, bought new Oct. 2012 Absolutely 100 percent mint, could not be cleaner, can't tell it from new. Never got around to putting up resonant antenna, so been using K2 with ATU, and this one has been shelved for future use since I got it. PayPal

Re: [Elecraft] FS: KX3-F loaded, mint

2013-02-24 Thread Andrew Moore
This has been sold. On Sat, Feb 23, 2013 at 2:23 PM, Andrew Moore andrew.n...@gmail.com wrote: I simply never use it (shame...) and one of my 3 rigs has to go. Actually 2, but haven't figured out which is next. It's seen only two contacts (yes, two). KX3-F #797 (bought it new in 2012

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Can't hear the sidetone

2013-02-01 Thread Andrew Moore
Use MENU to go to the ST L entry. Hold EDIT button Tap DISPLAY button to toggle to between U6-25 and U8-4. Note: you must first adjust ST L to a sufficient volume (try 012 or so) --Andrew, NV1B .. On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 6:47 AM, ac...@yahoo.com wrote: Can you paraphrase what the manual says?

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Can't hear the side tone but it is working!

2013-01-31 Thread Andrew Moore
There's a menu setting somewhere in there that determines the source for the sidetone. You probably inadvertently changed it from U8-4 to U6-25, or vice versa. Go into the menu settings and try setting it to whichever the other one is. Don't ask me how I know :) 73, --Andrew, NV1B .. On Thu,

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 encoder: mechanical noise?

2013-01-04 Thread Andrew Moore
Dennis: Disclaimer: this is not an official fix from Elecraft, nor is the scratchy encoder necessarily a problem and it will likely smooth out with use. Proceed at your own risk. Similar scratchy on mine. Per someone else's suggestion, I removed the encoder's washer (you don't need to remove the

Re: [Elecraft] Clock loses time

2012-12-30 Thread Andrew Moore
Seems like the K3 clock drift could be corrected automatically with a small software application - assuming the K3 is connected to a PC, just let the app launch at boot time and have it periodically send the PC's time to the K3, without any user interaction. Most modern OS should have the option

Re: [Elecraft] iSDR app and KX3 not working

2012-12-29 Thread Andrew Moore
Dennis: I have it working with only the following: - Griffin iMic - Apple Camera Connectivity Kit - iPad 2 I can't remember exactly why but I ended up hacking together my own cable from the Griffin to the PC. But it's still a simple stereo audio cable. I have to admit I was very eager to get

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + Icon

2012-12-04 Thread Andrew Moore
The + also indicates that RIT is disabled (a side effect of QRQ mode being turned on, for blazing fast QSK). There's been some discussion that limited RIT will be restored while in QRQ mode in the future. 73, --Andrew, NV1B maineware.net .. On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 9:26 AM, Dale Boresz

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + Icon

2012-12-04 Thread Andrew Moore
It sounds like it's effectively the same thing, unless I'm just not understanding something. If QRQ is on, and you engage RIT, QRQ is then automatically turned off. So while QRQ is on, you have no RIT. Distortion beyond 35 WPM: I was under the impression that this was addressed - to a limit -

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + Icon

2012-12-04 Thread Andrew Moore
Actually, it does in fact turn off RIT. I just did the following on K3 running firmware 4.51: - Tune to 7024 kHz - In CONFIG, set CW QRQ:Off - Tap RIT and tune RIT (smaller VFO knob) to 7025 kHz. Delta-F and RIT + LEDs light up. - Transmit a dit. RIT is active. TX occurs on 7024 and RX occurs on

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: iPad spectrum display

2012-12-01 Thread Andrew Moore
I originally tried a stereo USB sound card but found that the iPad didn't recognize it. Ended up going the iSDR / Griffin iMic route, through the Apple camera connectivity kit, and it worked. I ordered the Griffin through Amazon because, as you have found, the local stories 1) never heard of it

Re: [Elecraft] Why did I purchase this antenna for the KX3?

2012-11-30 Thread Andrew Moore
By minimalist I'm referring not to the price, but to the construction of the antenna, if it's what people say it is. I'm not saying people should run out and buy one; my point (and only point) is Philip had (and enjoyed) success with something others are quick to dismiss as junk. As Philip said,

Re: [Elecraft] Why did I purchase this antenna for the KX3?

2012-11-29 Thread Andrew Moore
Good for you Philip - and I hope what they take away from this is that you can gain loads of enjoyment from seemingly minimalist setups. That's the thrill of QRP: Doing more with less, and sometimes intentionally putting limits on the gear to see just what you can do with almost nothing. For

Re: [Elecraft] Why did I purchase this antenna for the KX3?

2012-11-29 Thread Andrew Moore
that the manufacturer's claims are ridiculous ... read them yourself if you don't believe me. Dave AB7E On 11/29/2012 5:36 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: Good for you Philip - and I hope what they take away from this is that you can gain loads of enjoyment from seemingly minimalist setups

Re: [Elecraft] Why did I purchase this antenna for the KX3?

2012-11-29 Thread Andrew Moore
/29/2012 5:36 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: Good for you Philip - and I hope what they take away from this is that you can gain loads of enjoyment from seemingly minimalist setups. That's the thrill of QRP: Doing more with less, and sometimes intentionally putting limits on the gear to see just what

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Audio Clicks and Poor RX receive

2012-11-22 Thread Andrew Moore
It's a long shot and may be completely irrelevant but what's your AGC threshold (MENU: AGC*THR)? Default is now 005 (was 007 in the past), but wonder if you've tried varying it. Regarding receiver performance - again, maybe a stretch here - but when I first got my KX3, I found myself in

Re: [Elecraft] CFL lamp noise

2012-11-18 Thread Andrew Moore
In some circles CFL's and their supposed problems have risen to urban legend level. (;-) Not everyone has the same antenna system or distance from potential noise sources, which could explain all the differing opinions. In my shack, where a fluorescent lamp is located only four feet from the

Re: [Elecraft] CFL lamp noise

2012-11-18 Thread Andrew Moore
My bad - I (too quickly) assumed this was about conventional fluorescents. I'm almost certain all the fluorescents in the house are of the newer (electronic) ballast type. We do have plenty CFLs in the house too, including two about ten feet from the shack. Time for some testing. 73, --Andrew,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 CWT Function

2012-11-16 Thread Andrew Moore
I too found CWT spot on - pun intended. Accurate every time. NR seems to make the signal a little raspier than I remember in the past; haven't used it much in a few months but just happened to notice it recently. Wonder if anything has changed. Then again, I've changed antenna systems, have more

[Elecraft] K3: Anyone running HRD on Mac via Wine?

2012-11-13 Thread Andrew Moore
I installed Ham Radio Deluxe for Windows on a MacBook Pro running Mountain Lion (OS X 10.8), using the Wine emulator. HRD tracks changes made on the radio just fine, and when I click buttons on HRD, it controls the rig. But if I attempt to click on any HRD control other than a button (such as a

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] External Key Timing Measurements

2012-11-10 Thread Andrew Moore
Thanks John - I've been hoping to find some analysis of KX3 CW timing. Do you know if the on/off delay differences are constant across keying speeds? Have you looked at timing when using the built-in paddle? I prefer using the KX3 in its QRP / built-in paddle configuration and don't expect (or

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Conn. Protector!

2012-11-10 Thread Andrew Moore
Even easier: Why not just get a screw-on UHF connector cap? Fits perfectly, and it's the best mike connector protector ever - it makes sure a mike is never attached to my K2 so it can be used only for CW... : (sorry couldn't resist. No disrespect intended towards other modes) Seriously, the

Re: [Elecraft] OH HAPPY DAYS

2012-11-10 Thread Andrew Moore
If the KAT500 were the only product being built, 39 would seem like not much, but... 73, --Andrew, NV1B maineware.net .. On Sat, Nov 10, 2012 at 5:36 PM, Keith-K5ENS ke...@nelasat.com wrote: WOW! Almost a month and 39 units shipped!

[Elecraft] FS: Price reduced - K2 with KAT2, KNB2, KAF2 - $700

2012-11-09 Thread Andrew Moore
K2/10 #4958 Includes KAT2 (20W auto tuner), KNB2 (noise blanker), KAF2 (audio filter clock), ETS15 (tilt stand 1.5) (Note that this is set up for CW only. No SSB.) Works flawlessly, absolutely beautiful condition, non-smoking environment, etc... Original owner, experienced builder. $700 includes

Re: [Elecraft] CW Decoding - Your Brain is best

2012-11-08 Thread Andrew Moore
And another great resource, if you want to build your own practice files, is ebook2cw,written by Fabian Kurz, DJ1YFK. Converts text to really nice sounding CW, with control over rise/fall times, pitch, timing, etc... Command line version works great on Mac OS X, and I believe it also runs on

Re: [Elecraft] CW Decoding - Your Brain is best

2012-11-08 Thread Andrew Moore
While we're on the subject of computer-based CW learning and operating - another perhaps lesser-known setup that may be worth checking out is the CW-over-Internet approach using FLDigi and Mumble software, which provides multi-user, high audio quality, low latency CW over the net via a server.

Re: [Elecraft] DSP Noise Reduction and contesting

2012-11-06 Thread Andrew Moore
I don't have much experience with contesting but I'll add that one of my favorite uses for the noise reduction (NR) feature is to cut down on ear fatigue from atmospheric noise when I have the rig on in the background all day. I like to listen to the band with a wide filter setting so I can tune

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Speaker buzz - But which external speaker ?

2012-11-06 Thread Andrew Moore
That may be true in terms of power gain, but there may be some value in having the speakers front-firing instead of top-firing like the K3's built-in speaker. Another cheap/easy solution might be a PVC pipe 90-degree elbow sitting on top of the rig to redirect the sound (mono only). 73,

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD3 APPLICATION NOTE UPGRADE SHEET TYPOS

2012-10-29 Thread Andrew Moore
I just spoke with Elecraft on the phone and was told that (correct me if I'm wrong, Elecraft) anyone who was sent upgrade kits with incorrect springs will receive another kit with the right springs. Sounds like they're sending these out in batches, and from what I understand the wait time is

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Preamp?

2012-10-29 Thread Andrew Moore
Depends on the band - although I don't venture far off 40 meters, I used to have preamp on all the time on 40 until I read that due to noisy 40, the noise that the preamp amplifies is much harder on the ears than copying a reasonably strong signal without the preamp. I turned it off a year or two

Re: [Elecraft] First Contact with KX3 But strange behavior observed

2012-10-26 Thread Andrew Moore
I ran into something similar when I first fired up my KX3. I realized I was listening to the wrong side of the zero beat, where I could just barely hear the signal - then tuned up a bit and realized it was the same signal but this time much stronger. (I haven't run into this since.) --Andrew,

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] RTTY mode rocks!

2012-10-20 Thread Andrew Moore
I've never been into any mode other than CW, but this morning I tried RTTY and PSK31 on the KX3 for the first time. I too was very impressed. Very well implemented on the KX3 and I particularly like being able to use the CW paddle for input. I don't like being tied to the computer for this work

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] RTTY mode rocks!

2012-10-20 Thread Andrew Moore
I'm new at RTTY/PSK31 so forgive me for the FAQ. but I assume that if I send at high speed on the paddles (or via the message buffers), the KX3 just buffers the characters and the modes send it out at 45 or 31 baud. Is that correct? --Andrew, NV1B .. On Sat, Oct 20, 2012 at 1:47 PM, Wayne

[Elecraft] KXPD3 upgrade: Confusion on labeling, which springs included?

2012-10-20 Thread Andrew Moore
My KXPD3 upgrade arrived today. First, thank you Elecraft for providing this free of charge. This change involves not just the new PCB, wrench, contact screw and springs, but also research, field testing, app note, packaging, shipping, etc... times the number of KXPD3 units affected. That's no

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD3 Upgrade - An Opinion

2012-10-20 Thread Andrew Moore
My KXPD3 arrived today and I installed the Light spring and new contacts and had much better accuracy after the upgrade than I did with the original setup. Impressive! --Andrew, NV1B maineware.net .. On Sat, Oct 20, 2012 at 7:52 PM, stan levandowski sjl...@optonline.net wrote: I received the

Re: [Elecraft] keyer test mode

2012-10-18 Thread Andrew Moore
To use test mode for practicing CW sending on the K1: Select the OUT menu entry and hold EDIT to display the power output level. Next, hold DISPLAY. The power output parameter will change to P = 0 , indicating that the transmitter is disabled. To restore the original power level setting, hold

[Elecraft] FS: K2 with options (and Begali CW paddle)

2012-10-18 Thread Andrew Moore
K2 (10 watt) with: KAT2 auto tuner KAF2 real-time clock, audio filter KNB2 noise blanker ETS15 1.5-inch tilt stand (2.5-inch also included) $775 shipped (U.S.) Original owner Details and photos at http://maineware.net/k2 Also available: Begali Magnetic Professional CW paddle, $225 shipped

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Question, Transmit Test Mode

2012-10-18 Thread Andrew Moore
For CW practice on the KX3, can't you just hold VOX to put the rig in PTT mode, to effectively disable the TX? (toggle it back to VOX to enable the TX) --Andrew, NV1B On Thu, Oct 18, 2012 at 4:07 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: This feature isn't supported on the KX3 at present.

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Question, Transmit Test Mode

2012-10-18 Thread Andrew Moore
My bad; I see that now. Thanks... --Andrew On Thu, Oct 18, 2012 at 4:36 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: Yes. I believe he was referring to voice-mode adjustments. __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Need a locksmith with the K3

2012-10-16 Thread Andrew Moore
Are your VFO A and B linked? Hold down SUB button to toggle the link off. --Andrew, NV1B .. On Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 8:27 AM, Gary Smith g...@ka1j.com wrote: I've inadvertently activated a feature I need to undo. Last night I was making changes with config and it may have happened at that

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft newbie considering K3 vs KX3

2012-10-16 Thread Andrew Moore
On Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 5:27 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com wrote: Absolutely. Unless you are looking for a trail/backpack radio, the added flexibility, features and user interface of the K3 is hands down superior to the KX3. While the features and UI on the K3 are clearly more

Re: [Elecraft] photos K2 options

2012-10-11 Thread Andrew Moore
Cris - I can't help you with the SSB and KPA100, but here are high resolution photos of my KAF2 and KNB2 boards, front and back sides (sorry about the distortion and image quality). http://maineware.net/K2/KAF2_front.jpg http://maineware.net/K2/KAF2_back.jpg http://maineware.net/K2/KNB2_front.jpg

Re: [Elecraft] My one and only bitch about the KX3...

2012-10-01 Thread Andrew Moore
The manual states: *Loosen the two rear thumbscrews before adjusting the legs. Tighten them afterwards.* ...and if that method is followed, it's simple and works 100 percent. If the leg movement were simply friction-based without screws, it would be even simpler, but maybe at the expense of

[Elecraft] Is a K3 ATU with balanced outputs possible?

2012-09-28 Thread Andrew Moore
I'd love to see a K3 built-in ATU with balanced outputs to feed ladder line. Has this been considered and dismissed, or is it a possibility for a future option? I'm guessing this might be a problem for the already crowded rear panel, but could it be provided as a plug-in board (like the KANT3 or

Re: [Elecraft] Is a K3 ATU with balanced outputs possible?

2012-09-28 Thread Andrew Moore
Great; thank you for the trivia, very helpful. I figured it had already been considered and that there was a good reason for the current configuration. The BL2 following the KAT3 was exactly one option I was considering. I've read about several cases in which ops had success, but read others in

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PBT

2012-09-24 Thread Andrew Moore
I'll put in a vote for this improvement in a future firmware release too, if it's possible. It would make the knob feel more responsive, and would be consistent with the behavior of the adjacent knobs. --Andrew, NV1B maineware.net .. On Mon, Sep 24, 2012 at 11:29 AM, Howard Hoyt

Re: [Elecraft] KX-3 Dimmer

2012-09-11 Thread Andrew Moore
I found the same as you with the bright OFS/B LEDs. This may sound cheesy, but the best fix for the LEDs might be to simply cut out a small circle of adhesive-backed semi-transparent filter material and stick it on. I think I've seen an Avery-type label that would be perfect (downside: you have

Re: [Elecraft] Wanted - EC2 enclosure

2012-09-08 Thread Andrew Moore
Hello again, Nick. I happen to have one in my to sell pile - bought it new and never used - literally not a mark on it. No KAT100 panels, just stock EC2. (I might have both sizes of tilt bails for it, I think 1.5 and 2.5). $65 shipped On Sat, Sep 8, 2012 at 9:24 AM, Nick Marsh wb4...@gmail.com

Re: [Elecraft] Wanted - EC2 enclosure

2012-09-08 Thread Andrew Moore
(sorry list, meant to send that off list) On Sat, Sep 8, 2012 at 9:58 AM, Andrew Moore andrew.n...@gmail.com wrote: Hello again, Nick. I happen to have one in my to sell pile - bought it new and never used - literally not a mark on it. No KAT100 panels, just stock EC2. (I might have both

[Elecraft] KX3 calibration questions - after EEINIT

2012-09-06 Thread Andrew Moore
After performing an EE INIT on the KX3 #797, per page 43 of the manual, I understand you can avoid recalibration by restoring a saved config file via the KX3 Utility. However, my KX3 is showing some odd behavior with the power level setting (resets to 0.0 W upon changing ATU MD between

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] KAF2 displays strange numbers

2012-09-06 Thread Andrew Moore
Brian - I think this is normal behavior for the KAF2 (mine does the same thing anyway) - I think it's just displaying the time that was last viewed and takes about a second to update, as you mentioned. I'd rather see placeholders (such as --.--.-- or 'rtc' upon entry to that display instead of

[Elecraft] KX3: Power adjusts only in 0.2 W steps (where did 0.1 W go?)

2012-09-06 Thread Andrew Moore
When I adjust power on my KX3 (#797, MCU 1.12, DSP 0.94) the steps are +/- 0.2 W. I would have sworn that in the past I could adjust power in 0.1 W steps. I've checked the manual but can't find any mention of this. I'm probably doing something stupid, but any help would be appreciated. I've

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: Panadapter software for Mac?

2012-09-03 Thread Andrew Moore
The problem appears to be the 2.5 to 3.5 mm adapter. When the cable is plugged into the adapter, the adapter seems to be shorting one of the signals to ground. Time to find a new adapter. --Andrew, NV1B .. On Sun, Sep 2, 2012 at 7:50 PM, Andrew Moore andrew.n...@gmail.com wrote: Sorry

[Elecraft] KX3: Panadapter software for Mac?

2012-09-02 Thread Andrew Moore
Sorry for the newbie/FAQ question but I've tried the Google searches, forums, etc. and still come up without a solution. I'm trying to find native Mac OS X panadapter software for my KX3 (not interested in running Bootcamp, Parallels, VMWare, etc. at this time). Tried DSP Radio and I get a

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