Re: [Elecraft] Best Heil Element for K3

2015-03-23 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I use a Heil Proset Elite and I have had consistently good audio reports. It has more than adequate gain for the K-3. I have also used a Heil PR 40 to very good effect. As someone mentioned, neither of those microphones require bias and so it should be turned off. Bruce – W8FU On Mar 22,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - noise blanker works fine

2013-03-12 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Not only is the noise blanker outstanding but the noise reduction also works extremely well. It can significantly reduce the noise without major alterations in the audio unlike most other such circuits I have seen in other radios which either don't do much of anything or butcher the audio to the

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500,KAT500 DOES NOT RESPOND TO K3

2013-02-18 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Could you be more specific as to what is and is not working? I have a k3 and a KPA 500 but not a KAT 500. The amplifier works perfectly with my K-3, using the AUX cable. I did have a problem at first which was entirely due to my own stupidity. The amplifier was factory assembled and I did not

Re: [Elecraft] new KPA 500 question

2012-12-19 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
It's always interesting to see the various responses that are generated when one discusses power levels. I certainly agree that the difference between 500 Watts and 1500 Watts can make a difference under challenging band conditions, particularly on the lower bands such as 160 and 80 meters. But

Re: [Elecraft] new KPA 500 question

2012-12-19 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I do think there is a different set of considerations when one is talking about making contacts under competitive conditions as opposed to daily, run-of-the-mill rag chewing. When conditions are poor, certainly an amplifier can be helpful even for rag chew contacts. But frankly, if 500 Watts

[Elecraft] new KPA 500 question

2012-12-18 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I finally succumbed to temptation and ordered a KPA 500 which will arrive tomorrow. This may be a question that can't be answered on this reflector but I thought I would try. I have an HF 2500 Commander, the Palstar version, which I have been using with the k3 and other radios. I am not sure

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - getting a sub receiver - filter suggestions + dvr

2012-11-25 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have duplicated the filters installed in the main receiver for my sub receiver. There are five filters in each. I really think it comes down to what you intend to use the sub receiver for. If you use it to check out another part of the band or another band altogether while working a Qso or

Re: [Elecraft] K3 no microphone SSB output - new build

2012-09-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Did you turn the bias on? Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stan AE7UT Sent: Sunday, September 23, 2012 10:54 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 no microphone SSB output - new

Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 With W2IHY Equalizer

2012-07-21 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
-Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Friday, July 20, 2012 10:14 PM To: Roy Morris Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 With W2IHY Equalizer Roy, The Elecraft MD2

Re: [Elecraft] [!! SPAM] k3 with the w2ihy audio gear

2012-07-20 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have the eight band equalizer as well as the EQ plus which I use on occasion with the k3. I mainly use that gear with other radios. There is a rotary switch on the back of the EQ plus which allows me to switch the microphone quickly between any of three radios which are hooked to the unit.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - panadapter or subreceiver

2012-07-03 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I tend to 2nd that recommendation. I have both the P3 and a 2nd receiver in my K-3. I have the same filters for the sub receiver as the main receiver, although, I have never used diversity receive. I think the P3 is particularly helpful to check on band activity before you decide whether or not

Re: [Elecraft] Happy But Very Sad

2012-06-23 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I am very fortunate in that I have both a K3 and an FT 5000 MP. Both radios have their strong points and some weak points. But frankly I have never had a report of either splatter or key clicks from the K3. I run it with an amplifier at which time the K3 output is around 20 to 30 W. When I use

Re: [Elecraft] odd symbol

2012-06-08 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Ah ha! Yes, I am in ESSB. I never noticed that the symbol appeared when I turned it on and since that was quite a while ago I did not associate its appearance with the ESSB mode. I thank you so much for the information. It was beginning to bug me a little. Bruce-W9FU -Original

Re: [Elecraft] odd symbol

2012-06-08 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
On the contrary, I am certainly glad you did. This illustrates once again the wonderful cooperation and spirit of comradeship found on this forum. I don't know of many other groups that are as carrying and responsive. I thank you very much for the response. Bruce-W8FU -Original

[Elecraft] odd symbol

2012-06-06 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Recently I noticed a new symbol has appeared on the LCD of my K-3. It is a plus symbol + which is at the bottom right-hand side of the LCD. I don't recall seeing it there before now. Does anyone know what it means? And how I could remove it? It does not seem to have impacted the operation of

[Elecraft] (no subject)

2012-05-28 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I just discovered that my P3 QSY knob no longer appears to work with the K-3. When I turn it the cursor does not move and the K-3 does not respond when I press the button. I reloaded the latest firmware but nothing changed. Anyone have any suggestions? Bruce - W8FU

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Dayton- new hf rigs?

2012-05-21 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I think it is a very bad idea. While it is certainly common practice to require an additional payment to continue to have access to updated software, if the radio becomes inoperable because the software is not updated, I think that would be totally unacceptable. The thought of a $6700 radio

Re: [Elecraft] Another great Elecraft story!

2012-02-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
That has come to be expected service from Elecraft. Even if the radios were not very good, which they are, they would still be worth purchasing because of their outstanding customer service and support. Many of the other radio companies, if they responded at all, would undoubtedly say that they

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KPA 1500 - What is next?

2012-02-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I may be wrong about this, but I seem to remember seeing a message several weeks ago that it was going to be released to beta testers very soon. I don't remember whether or not a projected sales date was mentioned but I would not be surprised if it was sometime within the next two or three

Re: [Elecraft] P3 info ?

2011-11-06 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Contact the Elecraft web site at Elecraft.com. I believe they offer secure ordering. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gordan Hribar Sent: Saturday, November 05, 2011 4:55 PM To:

Re: [Elecraft] Windows XP

2011-10-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I also run both Windows 7 64 bit and XP. I agree that XP is still a very good operating system. About the only difference I have noticed is that Windows 7 boots up much faster. However, it is installed on a new computer which is much more powerful and so it is hard to tell whether the improved

[Elecraft] changed behavior of the K-3 when switching to the 10 meter band

2011-10-03 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
With the recent band opening on 10 meters I switched to that band for almost the first time with my K-3. Instead of showing 28.0 MHz it showed 30.0 MHz, in other words, beyond the top of the band. Is there a way to get it to land on 28.0 when switched to 10 meters? I thank you in advance for

Re: [Elecraft] Switch mode PSU

2011-09-12 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have that power supply, in fact two of them, which I use with the K-3 and a Flex 5000. If it produces any noise I have never heard it. Both units have been very reliable and seem to work very well indeed. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] RIBBON MICROPHONE

2011-08-06 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
As the previous response indicated, there is no fundamental reason why you cannot use this microphone with the K3. However, as also indicated there are some drawbacks. As already mentioned, it appears this particular model does not have directional controls and so it will be bidirectional and

Re: [Elecraft] P3 alternating blinking red LEDs

2011-07-21 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I'm sure the reference level setting is why you don't see any signals as you have already surmised. As someone else mentioned I think the red blinking LED is normal. At least my PIII has a red blinking LED or two inside which I was a bit surprised to discover. I ate concluded it was probably

Re: [Elecraft] What have I gotten myself into???

2011-07-17 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Everything will go just fine. As I'm sure you know, you should take your time and work slowly but carefully. I managed to build a K2/100 with a number of accessories over an approximately 2 month period. Everything worked well when it was finished. It is a lot of fun. Best of luck and I'm sure

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - 5553 Is on the air..!!

2011-06-20 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Well, congratulations. If you already owned a K3 I assume the new radio provided very few surprises. I also own two K3s but I am embarrassed to admit that both were factory assembled. I don't know why since I managed to build a K2/100 with most of the accessories without any problem. I am even

Re: [Elecraft] GENERAL COMMENTS FROM WB8IDY

2011-01-07 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I couldn't agree with you more strongly. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Brian McInerney Sent: Friday, January 07, 2011 4:29 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] GENERAL COMMENTS

[Elecraft] K-3 turning on ESSB

2011-01-06 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have decided to try ESSB with my K-3. I found the entry TX ESSB in the config menu and I set it for 3.5. However, the word off appeared at the left of those figures and it did not change no matter what bandwidth I set. I don't know whether that is correct or whether I have managed to put the

Re: [Elecraft] Is the P3 Now Shipping From Stock or Backordered?

2010-12-12 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I think it is virtually from stock at the present time. A week ago Friday I finally scratched the P3 itch I had been suffering from for some time and ordered a factory assembled unit. It arrived the following Wednesday via two day air. That means they either had one in stock or assembled it

Re: [Elecraft] Raves about the K3

2010-12-12 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Congratulations on your purchase of the K-3. I have two of them. Both are fully outfitted as well is a K2/100 which I built several years ago. The K-3s are simply outstanding. I just acquired a P3 41 of them and that works extremely well. I also have an FTDX 5000 MP. That is an excellent

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 update?

2010-12-12 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I seem to remember that Elecraft said it was currently in field tests. I also think a possible February, 2011 date was mentioned as a sales target. I'm sure that is subject to revision, depending upon the outcome of the field tests as well as the usual hassle in setting up the new production

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Palstar AT-AUTO

2010-12-07 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I use a Palstar auto tuner with My K-3. It works very well. Although I did order it with the Kenwood cable, shortly after I received it Palstar sent me a message saying that they had a batch of Kenwood cables which were miss-wired and that I should send it back for a replacement. However, I

Re: [Elecraft] Down-conversion

2010-11-17 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I suspect it is going to become the standard for many if not most of the new radios. As soon as it became apparent that effective roofing filters can really improve the close in IMD performance, it seems as if a low first IF frequency has become almost mandatory. I note that the Orion and the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Feature Request - Stopping CW Memory Playback with PTT

2010-07-23 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
On my K-3 touching the dit paddle will interrupt transmission of a CW message from memory. It reminds me quite a bit of the coastal stations when they used to send CW. Stations such as WCC would be sending their ID tapes and all of a sudden you heard a single dit and the tape would stop. The

Re: [Elecraft] K3 power output on SSB

2010-04-02 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Don: For what it may be worth, I was in contact with Don, N4ZZ, the other day and he was complaining about a momentary, periodic drop in power output from the K-3 of approximately 50% while driving his amplifier. He was using the latest firmware version 3.79. He had not had that problem before.

Re: [Elecraft] Odd power/ALC problem

2010-04-02 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Tom: The other day I was in contact with Don, N4ZZ, and he was complaining about a drop in power output from the K-3 of approximately 50% on occasion, particularly when he was driving his amplifier. He was using the latest software version 3.79. Although it is not exactly the problem you have

Re: [Elecraft] W9OY on P3

2010-02-20 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
RF feedback was just one of a number of problems I encountered when setting up my Flex 5000. It turned out the RF was getting from the radio into the computer by way of the FireWire cable. Someone recommended that I purchase a cable from Granite Digital which I did and it completely cured the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Competition

2010-02-15 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I'm curious to see what this marriage to Motorola may mean as far as the ham radio division. Hmmm . . . and I thought that marriage was with Yaesu. I bet Kenwood would be surprised to hear of this. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] What became of the Elecraft's KPA1500 and KPA 800

2010-02-10 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I believe a firm known as Dishtronic makes the Prometheus amplifier which has most of the characteristics you mention except it does not have a built-in antenna tuner. Unfortunately, its price range is from over $10,000 to more than $13,000, depending on which power supply you select for it,

Re: [Elecraft] P3 getting closer

2010-01-01 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
It sounds like a P3 may be right up your alley . . . so to speak, Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Tellefsen Sent: Friday, January 01, 2010 6:19 PM To: Reflector Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] RJ-11 connector on bottom of the Front Panel

2009-12-11 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have frequently read that the jack in question is strictly for factory production testing and has no use beyond that purpose. I know that in the past folks have speculated that perhaps it could be used for an external keyboard or some other accessory. Unfortunately, the Elecraft response has

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Production Firmware Release (3.63)

2009-11-23 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I had no problem. The utility found it, downloaded it and fed it to the K3. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft Sent: Monday, November 23, 2009 6:42 PM To: Grant

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net query

2009-11-17 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Unfortunately, I can't make either the present time or the suggested new times because of a part-time job I have on Saturday and Sunday. I would work from 4 PM to midnight Eastern time both days. I have been able to check in when I'm on an occasional vacation, but as I recall the last time I did

[Elecraft] What happened?

2009-11-10 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Well, here I go again with a probably stupid question but that is my nature. I happened to notice that the K-3 utility has a number of features grayed out including all of the configuration menu options. I can neither see what's on there or make any adjustments. I have the latest firmware

Re: [Elecraft] To those that have the K2 and K3

2009-11-04 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have a K2/100 and 2 K3s. They each have their place. I think it's a mistake to compare the two different radios because they were obviously intended for very different purposes. If I wanted a very portable CW rig which still offers me up to 100 W when needed and which also has some SSB

Re: [Elecraft] Some P3 Details

2009-08-16 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Once again, I think you folks have a real winner. I am definitely going to watch the reflector and when the new unit is available I will pounce. It looks like it will have all of the features I have been looking for. Do you have any estimate yet as to when it might be available? Bruce-W8FU

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Info!

2009-08-11 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
It sounds very exciting Wayne and something I am certainly going to be looking for. Of course, the display should be as detailed as possible, i.e. better than most of the displays found on radios that feature pan adapters. I don't think I need name them. I will say the panadapter for the flex

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 Panadapter Sneak Peek this Saturday

2009-08-11 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Gosh, I wish I lived closer to Santa Barbara but 2500 miles is a bit too far for a weekend jaunt! It certainly sounds very exciting. I am looking forward to further details and developments as they occur and am very much interested in acquiring one when it becomes available. Bruce-W8FU

Re: [Elecraft] SDR-IQ users?

2009-07-31 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Start up SDR. Then push the setup button and the cat submenu button when it comes up. You'll then see a choice of which com port you wish to use along with the other parameters that are necessary to be set up. That should do the trick. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] External speakers for K3?

2009-05-19 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Gosh, I have nothing very fancy. I have been quite pleased with a speaker I bought from RadioShack for about $20. It is slightly less than 1 foot high and perhaps 8 inches wide. It carries the brand name RCA on it. It's probably made somewhere in China. However, it does sound pretty good. On

Re: [Elecraft] Tubes for sale

2009-04-04 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Oh my gosh! I wonder how he plans to keep dust off the plates. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Wiley Sent: Saturday, April 04, 2009 4:08 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] What is the status of Elecraft's power amps

2009-04-03 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
The fish in question may be electric eels. Perhaps Elecraft is investigating new and innovative power sources for portable operation. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Darwin, Keith Sent: Thursday,

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Help with calibrating reference oscillator

2009-03-26 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
You might try clicking the fine/course button to the right of VFO A. See if that causes some of the decimal places to disappear from the display. If it does, continue to click the button until no more decimal places disappear. Now set the VFO to the desired reading. I will qualify the

Re: [Elecraft] Whaddayaknow... passed the Extra

2009-03-09 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I couldn't agree with you more, Dick. What really impresses me is the number of obviously new extras I hear on the air sending very slow speed CW. It almost sounds like the old novice band. Obviously, they are learning CW, much like many of us learned CW by finding the courage to practice new

Re: [Elecraft] Heil PR-781 and K3?

2009-03-09 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I believe you should check with Heil since I believe that microphone has a balanced output, it requires a special cable. If the microphone has a three pin XLR connector on the output, it is indeed a balanced circuit and needs a special cable. I use a PR 40 with my K-3. I believe the cable I

Re: [Elecraft] Whaddayaknow... passed the Extra

2009-03-09 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Congratulations James on your fine accomplishment. I hope to find you on the air one of these days very soon. Enjoy your new privileges. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of James Sarte Sent: Sunday,

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Low audio on 10m FM transmit...

2009-03-09 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Low received audio on FM is often a sign of too narrow deviation. Check the config menu for the FM deviation I think it is shown as FM DEV but check page 58 in the manual. It should be set to four or even five. If it is a much lower than four that could be the source of your low received audio

Re: [Elecraft] unlinking vfos

2009-02-15 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Thanks, Joe. Apparently I held the button too long when turning on the sub receiver. I learn something new each day about the radio! Bruce-W8fu -Original Message- From: Joe Subich, W4TV [mailto:li...@subich.com] Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:39 AM To: 'Bruce McLaughlin'; elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] unlinking vfos

2009-02-15 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
OK. I do thank you. I never linked them before. I must have held the button too long when turning on the sub receiver/ Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: Doug Joyce [mailto:d_jo...@sympatico.ca] Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2009 12:43 AM To: Bruce McLaughlin; elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Suggestion for power supply

2009-02-14 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have had good luck with the SEC 1223 which I use for both the K2/100 and the K3. I purchased from Amateur Electronic Supply. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Yves Dussault Sent: Saturday,

[Elecraft] unlinking vfos

2009-02-14 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Somehow I managed to get my vfos linked in my K-3. Can anyone tell me how to get them unlinked so that turning vfo A does not change vfo B? I don't know how I managed to do that but I must have pressed the wrong button at the right time. I haven't been able to find anything about it in the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 configuration finalization plus diversity receive antenna question

2009-02-12 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
] Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2009 8:37 PM To: 'Bruce McLaughlin' Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 configuration finalization plus diversity receive antenna question Hi Bruce, No, the 13KHz filter will be used for AM SW/MW/LW reception, not FM on the sub. The other FM

Re: [Elecraft] Calibration of KXV3 module

2009-02-11 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
If you use a dummy load, you may wish to be certain it's okay for VHF. Some dummy loads which are primarily designed for HF frequencies become rather reactive on VHF. I think the length of the internal leads in the device had some inductance and/or capacitance to the mix and, therefore, below

Re: [Elecraft] k3 transmit problem

2009-02-07 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
The K-3 requires a microphone cable configured to the Kenwood standard. I'm not sure about the Omni, but my Orion II uses a Yaesu standard cable. You may want to check. I suspect the foster connector pins are miswired for the K-3. You may also want to be sure the bias is off as I believe that

Re: [Elecraft] New Eham.net K3 review by QRPNEW

2009-01-26 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
One of the more amazing aspects of that review was his claim that he did not know the size of the K-3 before he ordered it. It's size is certainly not kept a secret. Apparently, he does not bother to read the literature before he buys something. That's incredible. As far as the performance

Re: [Elecraft] New Eham.net K3 review by QRPNEW

2009-01-26 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
You're absolutely right. It's really odd but his criticism of the small size of the K-3 would undoubtedly be one of the easiest things to change should the spirit move the company. I also own an Orion II. Opening the case of that radio is a revelation. It has lots of empty space. It is

Re: [Elecraft] New Eham.net K3 review by QRPNEW

2009-01-26 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
We are assuming he actually owns the radio. That may be unwarranted. It's obvious from the review that he does not much like the radio. I am curious about what is really going on. I recently purchased a radio accessory which will remain unnamed. I should have read some other reviews before

Re: [Elecraft] New K3

2009-01-22 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
There is some interaction between the mic gain and vox settings. You should be sure you have the mic gain properly set (not too low). Then with the vox gain brought up on the menu, slowly advance the gain until the vox reliably triggers. Of course, be sure you have enabled the bias. If you

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - key clicks on receive

2009-01-11 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I think Dave gave a very good suggestion. I do not have a problem with key clicks from nearby stations and that is one of the great improvements over my 756 Pro which is very sensitive to things like that. Unless the key click is already in the actual pass band I don't think you should be

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 help

2009-01-05 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Welcome to a very fine hobby Ed. As far as a power supply is concerned you didn't exactly specify what type of AC adapter you are planning on using, but if it is a wall wart, I would advise against it. Most of them have no voltage regulation and if the voltage swings high enough above 12 V you

Re: [Elecraft] E-MU 0202 connections

2009-01-05 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I use it with the LP pan unit. What use are you contemplating for it? Bruce – W8FU From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Benson Sent: Monday, January 05, 2009 9:57 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] E-MU 0202

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 help

2009-01-05 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
If it is a BNC connector, then obviously that is the connector to use. Unfortunately, I do not have that radio. The K2 does have the PL 259 type connection and so I apparently wrongly assumed so did the smaller radio. It was certainly never my intention to suggest that one used an improper

RE: [Elecraft] K4: serious challenge for the $10K toys

2009-01-03 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Of course there is a fast way of developing a big radio. Just take the current electronics and put them in a bigger case. My Orion II is a good example. There is a LOT of room inside. But a bigger case does not make a better radio in my opinion. As for the idea that a higher price indicates a

RE: [Elecraft] Re: KBT3?

2009-01-03 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
And certainly the per pound cost ratio would be improved! Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of WILLIS COOKE Sent: Saturday, January 03, 2009 3:29 PM To: wayne burdick Cc: Elecraft Reflector; DOUGLAS

RE: [Elecraft] OT: 3L rotating 160m yagi

2008-12-31 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I can only imagine the size of the rotator needed to move that monster! I suppose it's only a matter of time before someone put something like that up in the USA. I'll bet the restrictive covenant writers blow a gasket when they hear about something like that. Bruce-W8FU -Original

RE: [Elecraft] Woke Up With A Headache--No K3 ATU

2008-12-31 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
-Original Message- From: O. Johns [mailto:ojo...@metacosmos.org] Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 4:36 PM To: Bruce McLaughlin Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Woke Up With A Headache--No K3 ATU Dear Bruce, The K3 is, among other things, a computer. So the computer rules

RE: [Elecraft] Woke Up With A Headache--No K3 ATU

2008-12-30 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I believe the digital gods like to toy with us. My K-3 has largely behaved itself but several weeks ago it suddenly stopped producing RF when tune was pressed. Turning it on and off, etc., did not entice it to work. It however was working in all other respects, including producing RF when keyed

RE: [Elecraft] K3 drift

2008-12-30 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have noticed no drift with my K-3. I would think that if the ambient temperature did have any effect it would have to be a lot colder than 55. Bruce-W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of

RE: [Elecraft] Woke Up With A Headache--No K3 ATU

2008-12-30 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Woke Up With A Headache--No K3 ATU Cosmic rays. Regards, Mike VP8NO - Original Message - From: Bruce McLaughlin bmcla...@bex.net To: 'Dave Yarnes' w7...@cox.net; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 11:33 AM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Woke Up

RE: [Elecraft] Preliminary Elecraft CW Net Report for December 28th 29th, 2008

2008-12-30 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Gosh, you certainly have been having a hard time. Several years ago we had a bad storm around here and I had no electricity for slightly less than 24 hours but that was more than enough! The temperature inside the house got down to 38° and I was seriously considering a bailout to a Red Cross

RE: [Elecraft] TO ALL!

2008-12-28 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Welcome to the reflector Jim. There are a number of very knowledgeable (unfortunately, I am not one of them) nice folks on this reflector and they are an excellent resource, especially for a new K-3 owner. I know I have learned a lot by just watching the messages. I also own Orion II as well

RE: [Elecraft] Re: Automatic diversity configuration

2008-12-28 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Wayne, you folks think of everything! Being able to use split in diversity mode is neat. Best wishes for the coming new year to all the folks at Elecraft. Bruce W8FU -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of wayne

RE: [Elecraft] K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I believe I was caught with this situation myself. After you have turned on the Subreceiver I believe you press BSET followed by the ANT switch until it shows ANT 1 which, I assume, is your main antenna. I believe I also set the configuration menu KRX3 to ANT = BNC followed by a power off and on

RE: [Elecraft] K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
In addition to using BSET, did you also check the configuration menu entry for KRX3 to be sure it is set to ANT=BNC? That, along with using BSET and then the ANT switch to be sure it is using antenna number one, which I assume is what you are using for your main transmit receive antenna, should

RE: [Elecraft] OT: new SS amps

2008-12-21 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
It's funny how experiences can differ. A couple years ago I decided to refurbish my old Heathkit SB-200. Included in the project was a set of new tubes to replace the original tubes from 1972. I purchased a pair of Svetlana 572Bs from RF parts. One of them burned out its filament after it was

[Elecraft] Possible utility program conflict?

2008-12-14 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
After some time noticing that my K-3 was looking rather lonely sitting all by itself on the operating desk I felt that it would greatly benefit from the addition of a sibling. Hence, I ordered a second K-3 fully loaded. It then came to me that perhaps the utility program may be confused by

RE: [Elecraft] K3 Audio Upgrade Mod

2008-12-09 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Please excuse my ignorance, but I have seen various references to the AF mod and I am not sure what it is supposed to do. Also, where is it located? I have the second receiver installed and I have a bad feeling that in order to get to it I'll have to tear things apart if I decide to do it.

[Elecraft] help configuring the sub receiver

2008-11-15 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
A couple of days ago I received my K-3 back from Elecraft after having the sub receiver and a few other accessories installed. Unfortunately, the sub receiver does not appear to work. I'm sure it's something dumb that I am overlooking in configuring it. Basically, I hear no signals. I do hear

RE: [Elecraft] Microphone

2008-11-10 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
That is the adaptor which came with my Heil Proset which I bought from Elecraft. It works fine. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Parry Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2008 8:34 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:

RE: [Elecraft] Soundcard for LP Pan

2008-11-10 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Well, I purchased a Emu 0202. I can't tell you how well it works yet because my K-3 is still with Elecraft having the sub receiver, the transverter board and a second general coverage filter installed. I also do not yet have the N8LP unit itself. I chose that soundcard because it seemed to be

RE: [Elecraft] [K3] If you are a DXer, you need the KRX3!

2008-10-30 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
Congratulations on getting the VU4. The use stations are not easy from the Midwest either the polar path can be a killer! I am awaiting return of my K-3 from Elecraft after its second receiver is installed along with certain other changes and additions I ordered. I understand what you mean

RE: [Elecraft] K3 What mics are proplr using for SSB?

2008-10-22 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I use a Heil proset with very good results. Bruce - W*FU -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of rOn Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 10:56 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 What mics are proplr using for SSB? Looking to

RE: [Elecraft] Antenna Tuner versus Antenna Analizer ?

2008-09-10 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I am not totally sure about your question but if you are wondering what the difference is between an antenna analyzer and an antenna tuner, basically the analyzer is an instrument to determine the characteristic impedance of the antenna at the antenna terminals or the characteristic impedance of

RE: [Elecraft] Re: Microphone connections for K3 #1540

2008-09-02 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
You learn something new all the time on this reflector. I previously thought a downward expander was a recession fighting scheme employed by the Federal Reserve. I guess not Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Wiley Sent:

RE: [Elecraft] KatieGram

2008-08-29 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
You are in for a treat. Enjoy. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bob Lukaszewski Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2008 6:10 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KatieGram Received Katiegram August 27, 2008 Ordered

RE: [Elecraft] New K2 now!

2008-08-28 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I am sorry to hear about your misfortune with the shipping. But congratulations on deciding to build the K2. I built my K2/100 with most accessories several years ago. It did take a while because I decided to go slowly and carefully. But it was very satisfying to see what was originally a

RE: [Elecraft] VLF/LF Converters

2008-08-28 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have worked the ham station call for the past two years during the Night of Nights and also monitored KPH on all marine frequencies except the 600 meter frequencies. I simply don't have an antenna for anything that low. After the second year I sent a QSL and, as you mentioned, I received a nice

RE: [Elecraft] W8JI review on eHam

2008-08-28 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I personally know Tom. He used to live within 15 miles from me before he moved to Georgia. He is an extremely knowledge person. I have NEVER known Tom to flat out rave about any radio equipment. I think his review of the K3 really means something because he always tells it like it is. The K3

[Elecraft] K3 Audio in speaker during transmit.

2008-08-24 Thread Bruce McLaughlin
I have mainly used a Pro Set with the earphone plugged in. But recently, I switched to a Heil Goldline with no earphone plugged in. Nevertheless, I hear myself in the speaker during transmit. I have the speaker + phones feature turned off. I thought the speaker should be muted during transmit

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