Re: [Elecraft] OT: Whole House Generator - Update

It's Generac "Synergy" not syntergy And yes, they just came out with them as their own version of the inverter type generator. I've only seen it listed on a few of their dealers so far. There's nothing magic about wiring a transfer switch. In the larger systems of about 7 - 8 kW and higher, think

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Whole House Generator

I'd have a fully automatic generator in a second IF we had propane or natural gas available. However, the addition of suitable tanks and piping, which MUST be installed "professionally", would be well over the cost of the generator itself. All of you with non-invertor conventional 3600 RPM

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Whole House Generator

This new variety of Generac's are obviously all the new "Inverter" type generators, because in order for a non-invertor type to make 60 Hz AC power, it HAS to run at some multiple of 60Hz, typically 3600 RPM constant speed. The ONLY way the engine speed can vary is to utilize an SS circuit to

Re: [Elecraft] Items you think you can depend on

I've bought some little Chicom plug-in Line Voltage monitors that are rated to run from 80 to 300 VAC for about $5 each through eBay, free shipping/no tax. They are completely self-contained with the two prong standard US blade plug built-in. The background illumination is blue LED and they're

Re: [Elecraft] Final Reminder: Y-BOX Labor Day Weekend Special ends at 0700 UTC today

better. Charlie k3ICH From: rawil...@gmail.com [mailto:rawil...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Bob Wilson, N6TV Sent: Monday, September 04, 2017 5:46 PM To: Charlie T, K3ICH <pin...@erols.com> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Final Reminder: Y-BOX Labor Day Weekend Special ends at 0700 UTC

Re: [Elecraft] Final Reminder: Y-BOX Labor Day Weekend Special ends at 0700 UTC today

Well, I sure know what to do when MY electrons get tired I threaten to cut off their Volts and throw them into the Flux-Capacitor. That sets them back a bit. Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] What technical similarity do HRO receivers and Elecraft receivers share that is unique? - Answer

The Hallicrafters SX-73 used three selectable fixed very low value resistors to alter the Q and hence, the passband of three IF stages. Does this qualify? 73, Charlie k3ICH If you happen to own one, I'd strongly suggest checking these resistors. I have two radios in for restoration, where

Re: [Elecraft] Receiver Similaritie

They both run on electrons, hopefully traveling is about the same direction... C -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Millar via Elecraft Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2017 1:46 PM To: Elecraft Reflector

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, spy radio

And here I thought Art Collins invented SSB, like algore invented the internet (wink-wink) Chas (For all who take life too seriously this WAS intended to be humorous) -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dave

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, spy radio

SSB would have been the equivalent of encryption. Much like cursive writing today is secret code for us "old" people. Chas -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Peterson Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2017

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 roofing flters vs IC-7300

Sometimes C -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike via Elecraft Sent: Monday, August 28, 2017 10:42 AM To: Elecraft List Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 roofing flters vs IC-7300 Hi guys, I

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Band Plans

Is Russian TV still on 48 or so MHz.? They've probably also gone digital. I remember listening for that TV picture buzz as an indicator that the MUF was creeping up. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net]

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Band Plans

6M FM mobile operation tends to be less bothered by hill & valley drop out. We have done extensive testing here in the Washington * DC area using 52, 146, 223 & 449 FM with identical mobile antennas & power out, communicating directly with home stations. A separate wide coverage 220 repeater was

Re: [Elecraft] Reflector change?

Don't change a thing... Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken G Kopp Sent: Saturday, August 19, 2017 11:41 AM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] Reflector change?

Re: [Elecraft] OT Yamaha CM-500 ear pads

If you get a set of Beyerdynamics velour pads, you'll never go back to that flaky vinyl surface that OEM Yamaha and Sony use. They may even be to exact same size too , so I'd bet the Sony type will fit the CM-500. I have both and they look identical. They're a tad pricier at about $23 than the

Re: [Elecraft] K3S: LCD backlight is on, but no segments are lit

One thing (among MANY) that impresses me about Elecraft's service is that they'll trust an owner to change a cap without requiring a lengthy and expensive return process. Not saying this is always the case, since some problems DO require a return. That said, it's a LOT cheaper to send a K3 in than

Re: [Elecraft] OT Yamaha CM-500 ear pads

Yeah, but really nice velour* replacement pads for the Sony's can be had for not much more than the $17 they want for those covers. Charlie k3ICH *Sweetwater has the best Beyerdynamic velour pads. These are much more comfortable than the OEM, AND they won't flake off like the originals. I have

Re: [Elecraft] OT Yamaha CM-500 ear pads

Search on eBay. Try a couple different words if it doesn't show the results you want. I'll bet you'll find some Chicom stuff cheap with free shipping & no tax. It may take a week or two to get here, but the price is right. And before you send me an "All 'Made in China' stuff is junk" email, I

Re: [Elecraft] Is it just me or is 6 meters hotter than usual?

E-Skip has been observed as high as 220 MHz. It certainly is prevalent on 144 Mhz, obviously not as much as on 6 & 10 M but it DOES happen. Multiple hop Es can get you quite a ways on 6M, especially if it is combined with some Tropo ducting. During really good F-2 openings, it seems that the

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Package Discounts

Not to point any fingers at ANYONE, but most of the "problems" that show up here are in fact, miss-interpretations, or.NOT reading the manual in the first place. And I'm as guilty of this as anyone. Hey, I know how to operate a bloody radio right? However, I try not to cry wolf until I have

Re: [Elecraft] Signing QRP

Don't forget, signing WX1XXX/QRP is ILLEGAL. You are NOT operating portable on the isle of QRP. Chas -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill via Elecraft Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2017 1:30 AM To:

Re: [Elecraft] Signing QRP

Don't forget, signing WX1XXX/QRP is ILLEGAL. You are NOT operating portable on the isle or QRP. Chas -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill via Elecraft Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2017 1:30 AM To:

Re: [Elecraft] Signing "/QRP"

Ultimately, what is the real purpose of signing /QRP ??? The only answer I can think of translates to "give me a break, I want special treatment". I've operated many times with a barefoot KX3 and now a KX2 and NEVER signed /QRP, or even mentioned the power level unless the contact asked what I

Re: [Elecraft] Interesting meter

Here's some distinct possibilities #1. It was used in an instrument that monitored the water level of a fish pond. SWR = Still Water Reading. #2. Then again, it may have been a modern version of something to keep track of evil doers in the north as in: SWR = Salem Witch Raids, but the company

Re: [Elecraft] Car-Starter battery packs

I'm seeing a lot of good deals on these Lithium battery, emergency "car starter" packs. They're typically rates from 12000 to 24000 mA-hr, or, as we're inclined to call them 18 to 24 Amp-Hr. Prices vary from about $40 up over $80. They come in a nice durable case with a charger and output

Re: [Elecraft] Wind Camp heat sink for KX# for sale

Sorry, I forgot to change the subject line -Original Message- From: Charlie T, K3ICH [mailto:pin...@erols.com] Sent: Saturday, July 08, 2017 9:45 AM To: 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net' <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: RE: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite Since I now have

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite

Since I now have a KX2, but not a KX3, a nice Wind Camp (red) heat sink specifically made for the KX3 is extra. It is very well made with a counter sunk mounting holes and bare surface for the two output transistors. It has never been installed, so it is officially brand new. The machining quality

Re: [Elecraft] OT: 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 power outlets

I have to ask, has ANYONE ever heard of a circumstance where the negative return lead from the battery to the engine block has ever failed, short of a battlefield situation? Still, probably a good idea to fuse the negative to radio wire anyway. Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] OT: vehicle power outlets

For anyone considering this for a different vehicle, my 2015 Forrester's 12V outlets ARE all switched by the ignition switch. I have a typical VHF FM box in the cargo compartment that is powered by the rear "cig" lighter outlet. No HF in the "family car" however. This radio also has the ability

Re: [Elecraft] 6 meters open this morning; listening 50.095 (CW)

I think a lot of that comes from the fact that the average active 6M station runs a modest beam & 100 W. So, any less than that average is at a disadvantage. Obviously some run yuge beams and legal limit. Those station get through 1st, followed by the average stations and finally the rest. 6M

Re: [Elecraft] Corn Starch Packing Peanuts

BUT, don't use them if they've absorbed too much moisture. They shrink & get hard as a rock. They'll scratch up your radio AND have virtually no shock ability when they get that way Also, they weigh more than the Styrofoam which lasts indefinitely. I generally just throw them in the wood stove

Re: [Elecraft] Satisfaction with Elecraft

Isn't it time we changed the word "frustration" to "satisfaction" ? Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gary Smith Sent: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 1:25 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Battery Question

That's like saying Mylar tape. Mylar, or in this case Kapton is the base carrier. The type of tape in the link has copper foil is attached to the Kapton base, so in that particular case, it IS conductive. But the base material, Kapton like Mylar, is NOT conductive. Kapton can have a carbon

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Will it work on other Radios

Yes. I believe the range for i's input is between 450 kHz and 21 MHz, so it'll work with our boatanchor radios that use a 455 kHz or 10.7 MHz IF. 73 Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Scott Russell Sent: Friday, May

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] KX2 Firmware

Oh Boy, a new subject to create endless comments. Things WERE starting to die down a tad. Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Fred C. Jensen Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2017 12:42 AM To: Chris Tate ;

Re: [Elecraft] OT - Gaffers Tape

That and it's great for keeping noisy/nosy onlookers quiet. 8 inches applied just below the nose works fine. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Harry Yingst via Elecraft Sent: Monday, May 08, 2017 11:55 PM To:

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3s Macro Book

Yeah, but the Ohio sales tax will probably be higher than shipping costs. Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Irwin Darack Sent: Saturday, May 06, 2017 11:53 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; ke9uw

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Preamp 2 Six Meter Noise Figure

I'll bet it’s a lot better than that. A 39¢ GG junction FET pre-amp will do under well 2dB on 6. Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of ab2tc Sent: Monday, May 01, 2017 2:08 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Equipment chat group

Not me either. Not while I have a working delete key. That plus lots of the "OT" threads are quite interesting. Charlie k3ICH From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Lemay Sent: Monday, May 01, 2017 9:29 AM To: 'Elecraft@mailman.qth.net'

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 110v 240v

ALL modern amplifiers rated at only 1000 watts DO that. The KPA1500 is rated for 1500 W and is capable of 2000 watts out. Not practical for a 120V source. Chas Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 110v 240v My Yaesu Quadra 1,000 watt amplifier works from either 120 VAC or 240 VAC without changing any

Re: [Elecraft] Amber display for the K2?

rons…. Charlie T. From: Bert Craig [mailto:wa...@arrl.net] Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2017 9:25 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; Charlie T, K3ICH <pin...@erols.com> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Amber display for the K2? My K2/100 display is green, much more pleasing to the eye and easi

Re: [Elecraft] New KX products

Add a hundred watt amp and you'd be very close to an IC-7300. Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Erik Basilier Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2017 3:45 AM To: 'KD6QZX' ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:

Re: [Elecraft] Amber display for the K2?

HI thought they were ALL amber ??? What color would you call the stock display, orangey-yellow maybe?? Not trying to be funny,( well, maybe just a tad) but what am I missing here? 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of rx signal

I would have thought the center pin would be smaller for higher Z connections (???). Look at the size of the center conductor in a piece of RG-59/U. Although, as usual I may have that completely wrong. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft

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,

Re: [Elecraft] Help setting up digital

Why would you think that? Did it taste good like RTTY should? And I'll bet there wasn't a cough in a carrier either. If I REALLY date myself, did the "green go to war"? (with QRM ??) 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Stops Transmitting (solved)

Well, at least you did (a logical) SOMETHING which in all probability, fixed the intermittent. The hardest problems to solve are those where the fault just disappears but you did NOTHING to fix it. Fault...open lidclose lid...problem fixed = Yuge question mark! Thanks especially for sharing

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 update utility download removed (i.e. blocked) by Norton Internet Security in Windows 7

YEP, Norton IS a bear to get rid of. It almost takes smashing the computer to kill it. Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Josh Sent: Saturday, March 18, 2017 1:16 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] Linear thoughts

Well, if you've never tried to work truly "weak" signals, I can assure you that +5 dB WILL make a world of difference. Otherwise, why would you go to the trouble of installing a ½dB noise figure pre-amp at the antenna, just to eliminate 2dB of feed-line loss on receive? Or, stacking a second Yagi

Re: [Elecraft] 80 Meter Verticals

/radiation_resistance.htm Wes N7WS On 3/1/2017 7:27 AM, Wes Stewart wrote: > No truth at all. > > On 3/1/2017 6:25 AM, Charlie T, K3ICH wrote: >> Is there any truth in the theory of making the vertical radiator out >> of multiple wires such as ladder line and even adding a

Re: [Elecraft] 80 Meter Verticals

Is there any truth in the theory of making the vertical radiator out of multiple wires such as ladder line and even adding a third wire woven through the ladder sections and fed on one wire? The physical result is three parallel wires but electrically connected so as to form and "up, down and

Re: [Elecraft] Compare the K3 and the Icom IC-7300

One good reason is because a "pre-owned" IC-1300 can be found for about a half or a third of what a similar K3 will cost. Charlie k3ICH Bill: Why don't you just get a bare bones used K3. Since it will be a backup rig why go and spend the extra $$ for a new rig. By having a second K3, you won't

Re: [Elecraft] Compare the K3 and the Icom IC-7300

Well, my operation is similar to yours in that I don't do contests and work DX only if I happen to stumble onto it. That said, I think the IC-7300 would be more "fun". I own both and while the K3S will probably out-perform the Icom, the '7300 has more bells and whistles. I'm not the one to ask

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Receiver mush

My email from Jim has each parameter on a separate line with double spacing between each descriptive comment. It looks fine on my printer. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Wilson, N6TV Sent: Friday, February

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Memory Question

I think he might be referring to the Canadian time station CHU on 7850 kHz. Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 11:25 AM To: Ron Manfredi ;

Re: [Elecraft] Chinese ebay amps for KX3

Very nice amp Hajo So now, tell me why a mid-sized radio can't have a built in 12 V to say, 50 V converter to drive some HV FETs for cleaner output specs like the Yuge radios. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Product suggestion

Curiously, this suggested black box version of the P3 is exactly what I was hoping for when the concept of a P3 was announced (leaked??) The only time I even LOOK at the P3 screen itself is to occasionally glance at my transmitted envelope. I use its button controls but could do without the

Re: [Elecraft] EFHW

Anybody got any idea about using a ¼λ of light weight 300Ω twin lead feed line to a ½λ vertical wire? This might alleviate the HI Z feedpoint and effectively make an end fed (bent) ¾ λ Zepp. So, for 20 Meters, roughly 16 feet of 300Ω connected through a 4:1 balun at the radio, and 33½ feet at

Re: [Elecraft] EFHW

Define "resonance". Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Fred Jensen Sent: Saturday, February 11, 2017 2:40 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] EFHW Ummm ... A full-wavelength wire is not resonant? 73, Fred

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Power Supply Environmental/Ergonomic Issue

Desk top PC can eat over 400 watts of power just sitting there. When finished, I always put mine in "standby" or "sleep" mode which drops the power usage to a few watts. I verified these readings with one of those handy little "Kill-O-Watt" power line devices. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original

Re: [Elecraft] Random wire lengths for antennas

OK, How about only Two types, by definition: #1 EFHW (End Fed ½λ resonant wire) #2 NRW (Non-Resonant wire) Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken Talbott Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2017 11:14 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Is it just me?

I tend to agree on not needing an antenna mounted pre-amp for 50MHz unless you have exceedingly long feed-lines, or, very serious about EME. I have about 85 feet of regular old RG-213 to the beam and so far, 153 countries confirmed on six along with WAS & WAC. Conversely, I have Landwehr

Re: [Elecraft] What Two Bands would you pick for a K1?

This is an impossible question to answer because there are SO many variables that are based strictly on personal preferences. Many more on physical parameters (location, antenna availability, etc.) and even some on time (of day or, as in solar cycle ). As a start, make a list of all the

Re: [Elecraft] K3: past chirp report

No, only when you're sending Novice call. Charlie k3ICH (ex KN3ICH) I was so proud of that call, I bought a little call letter pin and wore it in high school. A non-techno buddy called me "Kenthrich". HI -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] Dimmable LED desk lamp

Component count wise, a voltage regulator and a current regulator take about the same number of components. Controlling the (linear) current to an LED is an easy way to vary the brightness, but the useable range is limited. You can test this with a typical voltage & current regulated bench

Re: [Elecraft] So glad I asked

Don's right on. Don't act like a bunch of snowflakes. So WHAT if some knucklehead posts a "flame" reply to your question. It will not affect you at all and makes the poster look like the jerk. In reality, the flamer is the one who is the looser in it all. Jeeze, I've stuck my foot in my mouth

Re: [Elecraft] Amplifiers in general

Using your same logic, why run more than a couple watts output? It can easily be heard around the world if conditions are right. Anything more is a waste of power AND money. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of

Re: [Elecraft] Please do a KPA1500

I can tell you, I have a lot of 50 MHz DX in the log that a home brew 4CX-1000A made possible. Unlike HF DXing, some six meter ES & F2 openings last only a few minutes, and the early bird + big amp, gets the proverbial worm. I am definitely NOT opposed to running high power. My only piece of

Re: [Elecraft] Please do a KPA1500

If you're being heard at 20 dB over S9 when running one kilowatt, you'll still be S5 at 100 milliwatts! That said, if you're gonna run an amp, why not go for max legal? 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dean L

Re: [Elecraft] K3s - 80W on 160 - Resolved

A possible solution is to use the heaviest wire you want from the power supply to a few inches away from the radio with a very short pair of 12 ga. wires from the APP to the heavy wire. Shrink tubing can make an ugly connection look passable. It's BEHIND the radio anyway! 73, Charlie k3ICH

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] incredible hum from PA

"No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced !" Yeah, but you have to realize, electrons LIKE to run around madly. They LIVE for the opportunity to be driven by that strange (to them) electromotive force, regardless of

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - static discharge

Yes, but they typically DO use a three wire (case at ground) power cord. I make it a point to touch the metal side of the computer before anything else. A couple other recommendations would be to buy a cheap digital humidity indicator and put one or more humidifiers* around the house. I'm not

[Elecraft] KX2 beta to production ??

Any projection as to when the latest Beta software that adds AM to the KX2 will become the standard production version? 73, Charlie k3ICH __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Paper Tape CW sender

Are y'all talking about an "Instructo-Graph" (if I spelled it correctly)? Got a couple of those in the basement along with some Int'l Morse & American Morse paper tapes. If I remember correctly, one is a spring driven, wind up and the other has an AC motor drive. 73, Charlie k3ICH

Re: [Elecraft] Magnetic Loop question

Horizontally mounted No Vertically mounted.Yes, in the plane of the loop (off the ends NOT perpendicular to the loop.) Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phillip Lontz Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2016 9:43 PM Cc: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3S QST Article

Now, I may be miss-interpreting what's happening here, but I feel is that this whole thing is being taken "slightly" wrong by several people. VW purposely faked the test to meet a gov't spec. However, Elecraft sold a radio that DID meet their published specifications for transmit IMD which are

Re: [Elecraft] let's not drag apostrophes into this

I want to formally apologize for bringing up this thread which appears to be going on forever. Due to an oversight on my part, it was completely unnecessary anyway. If you want to comment further send your "slings & arrows" directly to me and stop subjecting everyone to a truly "OT" thread.

Re: [Elecraft] K3S QST Article

Or, we could all run 32S-3 transmitters and listen on our whiz/bang SDR. So far, they're about the cleanest 100 watt transmitter reasonably available. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Kevin Sent: Friday,

Re: [Elecraft] R: K3s vs K3's

Due to the odd way Elecraft chose to label the new K3s, I would request that when referring to multiple radios, use the terms K3's or K3s' rather than simply K3s which implies a single radio. 73, Charlie k3ICH __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] R: Re: K3S - K3 Noise Blanker and Noise Reductor

Great advice Don. (Nice website too.) One little point I would add to comments about listening to whether you hear band noise when connecting that antenna, is that if you're performing this test at VHF, or even the high end of the HF, the actual connection/disconnection of the antenna should

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Question

I'm curious as to exactly why a "junk" connector supposedly has so much more loss than a "good" connector? They're probably both (nickel, silver ???) plated brass with a dielectric insulator usually Teflon, phenolic or ?? Is it the plating, the insulator, the fit of the threads, the

Re: [Elecraft] Technology Change

I think you mean 1625... Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Morgan Bailey Sent: Friday, September 23, 2016 8:42 AM To: j...@audiosystemsgroup.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Technology Change Whats

Re: [Elecraft] OT KX3 wannabe in photo of Qct QST

Maybe they should have saved the pic for the April issue Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Sent: Saturday, September 17, 2016 9:10 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT KX3 wannabe in photo of Qct

Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio quality

I have yet to use any internal SS radio's speaker except for an occasional test or possibly a portable set-up. They may as well leave it out as far as I'm concerned. NONE of them come anywhere close to the sound quality I get from simple outboard speakers. (Note, this does NOT include the

Re: [Elecraft] High End Operators?

I always wondered why there even WAS an 11 M ham band. Surely the propagation characteristics were no different for 10 M as to warrant it's use. Plus, 10 is wide enough (1.7 MHz) for just about any mode. I was even more puzzled why it was given to the Citizen's band class since it is obviously

Re: [Elecraft] OT:. "High end operator"

I think it means the "high-end" of the band, such as the upper channels, 38, 39 & 40. Chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken G Kopp Sent: Monday, September 05, 2016 11:48 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] OT:.

Re: [Elecraft] New KX2 beta firmware release adds AM mode TX/RX

I'll wait for the official release. Thanks for that added feature. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe Lynch Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2016 9:05 PM To: Wayne Burdick Cc: Elecraft Reflector

[Elecraft] PRO 7 vs RadioSport RS-60

Anyone have a comparison between the Heil PRO 7 and the Radio Sport RS-60 headsets with mic. when used with either the K3 or KX2/3? 73, Charlie k3ICH __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Zip Wire Misrepresentation?

Bad analogy. The 2 X 4 inch measurement of a piece of construction lumber is before planning, or rough cut lumber. The finished dimension is more like 3½ X 1½ which hasn't changed. However, you might be right on the speaker wire. Maybe some "secret" wire formula that is equivalent to 10 gauge.

Re: [Elecraft] ½ λ dipoles

I'm curious as to when the concept of a ½ λ dipole became the norm? In other words, the idea of the current distribution as exists on a dipole. Early pictures of typical ham antennas looked more like a set of parallel clothesline wires. What I gather from reading early articles, it seemed that

Re: [Elecraft] k3s radio kit

I would suggest a JIS screwdriver set. I found they fit better than standard Phillips. They are more like a Fearson drive than Phillips. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Friday, August 05,

Re: [Elecraft] The 1500 watt amp

Every house I know of in the US has a split phase 120/240 line in, usually at a minimum of 60 Amps and typically 200 Amps. You are correct in that the 240 V only goes to specific items, such as the water pump, stove, HW heater, clothes dryer etc. One has to purposely wire the "radio-room" for

Re: [Elecraft] The 1500 watt amp

We should probably carry that logic over to many facets of life: No automobile needs to go over 45 MPH or need more than 25 HP. AC and iced drinks should be outlawed. Also, the sugar content needs to be about 1/10th of what it is currently in ALL foods. Houses should be limited to 1000 Sq. Ft. 87

Re: [Elecraft] My New Mobile

The many beacons below 50.1 will tell you if the band is open, and to where. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mel Farrer via Elecraft Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2016 3:22 PM To: Rose Cc:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 2m external amplifier

My TE Systems 1452G amp puts out a tad under 400 watts with 4 watts drive. AND it is biased for linear service. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Josh Fiden Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2016 3:34 PM To:

Re: [Elecraft] Strange Interference

Glad you found the source. However, last year I heard some strange "weeblie" signals that swept across the 10 meter band. They would typically start up some point and sweep from low to high in frequency. They were quite noticeable on the VGA/P3 or the Flex screen. They sounded like they were

Re: [Elecraft] Linear PS Recommendations

Boy, talk about LONNNGG life. The µ723 regulator IC has been around almost as long as 811-A's ! Wasn't it introduced by Fairchild in the 60's? I wonder how many ( XX thousands ??) of power supplies have been designed around it. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Looking for feedback on K3DVR

Who exactly IS K3DVR ? Wasn't he the guy who invented the famous "Downspout Vertical Radiator" antenna and changed his call when his company went public? There's no listing on QRZ.COM for that call, so I assume he's an SK now. 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Help sell me on the K3S

Whoa, there are plenty good "pre-owned" radios out there for WAY under $2k. An old Swan 350 should run about $150 - $200. Sure, there's not much in the way of Bells & whistles, but the guy on the other end won't know you're not running a rig that costs more than a good used car! Same for a

Re: [Elecraft] A955 = λ

Instead of typing out "lambda", just hold down the "ALT" key and type 955 = λ Same for : Alt 171 = ½ Alt 172 = ¼ Alt 0216 = Ø Alt 227 = π Alt 234 = Ω There's lots more where those came from... 73, Charlie k3ICH -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net]

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