Dear OMs,
The problem is that radio prices would almost certainly need to go up
to give the dealer a margin after his/her own expenses.
An independent service facility would be nice but is there adequate
business in this?Not so sure we in EI could easily use a UK service
facility.
Dave,
The radio is modular so quite possibly the entire radio would not
require return.I have found Elecraft support superlative.There are
also repair services available in the EU.Perhaps just as EI dealing
with UK our natural provider in the past is awkward; it is equally
Geert,
As a many time direct purchaser, I can say I never experienced any
horror story or great difficulty in direct orders to Elecraft shipping to
EI via UPS, who handle all paperwork and charges. I must have ordered on
ten different occasions.Me thinks you paint to grim a picture.
Dear OMs,
I previously replied to this post so will not repeat myself.I
needed to return a KPA 1500 to Watsonville, Ca. It was determined that
only the RF deck was required.I shipped FedEx by their premium shipping
method and had no difficulty.It went straight through as a
Jan,
You are an inspiration to this 79 year old.I like the city lot
idea as well.Keep pounding the brass in good health.
73 Doug EI2CN
On Tue 27 Jun 2023, 02:29 Jim Brown, wrote:
> On 6/26/2023 2:01 PM, Jan wrote:
> > The K4/at is a delight to operate anytime; this last weekend it
Jim,
I have two K-Pods which are used with my K4Ds and previously K3s.
I too on occasion have trouble with the switches. I have noted that
rebooting the K4D will often cure the problem.Also I wonder if having
the switch react to both momentary tap and sustained push beyond a second
Dear OMs and YLs,
I live in EI but also have roots in New England.Just returned my
KPA1500 for service - probably the finals. TG I have two of this fine
amp.I sent it to CA rather than Italy as the real knowledge base is at
the mother ship.Using UPS it took three days to arrive.
Wayne,
You and your crew at Elecraft are champions. Thank you.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick
Sent: Wednesday 14 December 2022 20:59
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: [Elecraft] K4 production software
Dear OMs and YL,
Can someone please tell me what the % sign with Status message of say
67% indicates. I think it is the efficiency of the amplifier at a given
point.The same Status screen displays: forward power, Voltage, Current
and temperature as well as the % figure. I looked
Dear OMs and Yls,
This is a link to a most interesting, thorough interview with Wayne
N6KR regarding the Elecraft design philosophy, entire Elecraft range and
field operations. It takes one hour and forty minutes to view in
entirety but believe me is worth the time.Do it in bits if
Dear OMs and YLs,
Can someone please advise me as to what ERR KP 1 indicates.Using my
K3 and KPA 1500 on Six meters FT8 I get this message only while transmitting on
the K3 screen with no indication of a problem on the KPA 1500 . If I place
the KPA 1500 into standby mode the
Wayne,
Nicely put and so true.However as I remember the Novice bands were
a zoo, General class operators avoided us.A CQ could go on for several
minutes but it was a fun playpen.Wow staying up to 2 AM could yield a
QSO in Oklahoma all the way from Virginia on 40M.That was a
.
73 Doug Turnbull EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On
Behalf Of Linda M
Sent: Thursday 7 January 2021 01:03
To: Eric Swartz ; Joe Subich, W4TV
Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Delivery of the K4
Dear OMs and YLs,
Someone on this forum stated that if sold in kit form that the K4 did
not need CE approval for sale in the EU. I am not sure this is true but
hope so and of course then hope that the kit is coming out sooner rather
than later. I have a deposit down for the second
Dear OMs and YLs,
May I say that I agree with Richard.Free shipping while nice is not
my concern but it would be reassuring for Elecraft to keep the many of us with
large deposits better notified as to progress and delays.As I am in the EU,
my shipment date will be longer by
Dear Friends,
Nor are SSB, RTTY and PSK the same as CW but they all serve a purpose.
Any technology which allows one to work weaker signals with lower power is
going to make DXCC easier.Even using CW it is infinitely easier to work
DXCC on multiple bands these days than back in the
Wayne and all,
Thank you, thus we know why the specifications for the K4HD are not
available. Though one wonders about K4 and K4D specs. What might we
expect if ARRL or Sherwood Engineering were to run their tests.No harm
in asking though you may have reasons for staying mum.
Friends,
If you are unhappy Elecraft will refund your money.That said, I too
would like more information and would think that merely having put a deposit
down would mean you would get updates either on this forum or in the Elecraft
Newsletter.
I would like to know how much additional
Bob is right, I have even loaded a standard G5RV on 160M to make my first top
band QSOs with the K3 at around 100W.I was not working the antenna against
ground. It is an amazing tuner, well done Elecraft.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From:
Hello Mike and friends,
Well you are not in the EU and do not need to wait for CE approval.
The start of this process can only begin as I understand with a production
model.Until CE approval is obtained Elecraft can not shirt to the EU.
I am not complaining about EI being in the EU but
Wayne,
In these times of lockdown some of us are buoyed up with the prospect of
the new K4. Well some of the fortunate who are waiting for early
delivery.It is a bit like waiting for Santa as a kid. When a toy
catalogue came in the door I devoured it; well maybe these catalogues are
Thank you Andy,
Bob, if maximum power dissipation occurs at 50% max output power then the
greatest amount of heat should be generated for the shack at half max output
power. Power dissipation is in the form of heat not RF. The subject is
interesting for a number of reasons perhaps most
To: Doug Turnbull ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] QRO - KPA500 Failure
Doug,
"I would like to know if running 2/3, 1/2 or even 1/4 maximum power output
increases reliability and MTBF."
I have no experience of amplifier design but I would expect reliability of
Andy,
Yes, you are right and this applies to both KPA 500 and KPA 1500.The
conditions for maximum efficiency are not necessarily those for minimum
dissipation or reduced stress.I would like to know if running 2/3, 1/2
or even 1/4 maximum power output increases reliability and MTBF.
Dear Oms and YLs,
Forgive me for being well off topic. Can any of you direct me to a
source for the following new SPDT vacuum relay:
Jennings RJ1A-26S
Gigavac GH1 with 26V coil
Kilovac HC-1 26V coil
Siemens VR-311
Thank you for your forbearance. I would suggest answers off the list and
Wayne, this would be a nice option and one which I would willingly pay a
reasonable price.I hope Elecraft give it serious consideration.
Thanks, Elecraft delivered in time the KPod for which I am grateful and
would not wish to be without.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
Charles is correct. Even the fully loaded K3 is more expensive than the
fully loaded K4.Look at all the add ons for the K3 such as high
stability oscillator and DVK then add in a full eight roofing filters when
you have a second receiver. The P3 with external monitor card and before
long
Dear OMs and YLs,
I am sorry to hear of these problems but let me tell you that my
KPA1500 was delivered from California to Ireland in four days. It and all
the packaging were in perfect condition.I paid the UPS man with my
credit card when the delivery arrived to our door. This
Dear OMs and YLs,
It is better to wait for a well written manual than one which needs
work. Fred Cady had an advantage of a pre-existing manual and knowledge
gained on the forum over a period of time. Elecraft does not have this
luxury.Also Fred did not need to cover everything that the
Dear OMs and YLs,
Even if this could be done in the K4 Utility it would be useful. This
facility might even be better in the Utility if this helped to keep the
radio user friendly. Boy, this list goes on and on but it is good just the
same. We are all writing our letters to Santa.
Dear OMs and YLs,
Carl is absolutely right. The K4 and its different variations is a
complex radio. We need someone to write a "Lady Bird" users guide.Fred
Cady did a great job and is sorely missed.Now Elecraft has a new
challenge. You produce good manuals but perhaps did not
the normal ALC in your
radio. You do use that don't you? And you can see the amp ALC on the
K3S display ALC indication. It will let you know if you are punching it
too hard.
73
Bob, K4TAX
On 11/18/2019 11:55 AM, Doug Turnbull wrote:
> Dear OMs and YLs,
> Why not just run 1400
Dear OMs and YLs,
Why not just run 1400 Watts.The difference in power will never be
noticed by anyone you are working.It should reduce stress on the KPA1500
components. Though feedback which is after all what we are talking about
can not only reduce distortion but in some instances
Kevin,
I never see e-mail which I have sent into the reflector come back to
me.I do however find that my questions or comments are replied to. For
me it is normal not to see what had been sent in. Perhaps this is true for
others as well.
73 Doug EI2CN
Gary,
This might be fine for the USA market but might well be problematic and
complicating for overseas markets.Maybe the US market is so large this
does not matter but I doubt this.What is one man's improvement could be
another's curse. The user interface needs to be kept
Wayne,
You have a Porsche of the radio world for us.I just wish Fred Cady,
KE7X was around to further illustrate and explain.Your technical writer
has a job on his/her hands.I am anxiously waiting my K4 - this is going
to be fun.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original
KX2
or KX3, but why is it such a big >> deal on the base stations? >> >>
Just curious. I'm a long time K3 owner and I never use the internal clock.
>> >> 73, >> Dave AB7E >> >> >> On
Chuck,
Do you mean a 24 hour clock? I too would like this.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of hawley, charles j jr
Sent: 18 October 2019 18:04
To: Wayne Burdick
Cc:
Dear OMs and YLs,
Remember that a small reduction in power, current or voltage for most
electronic components gives a manifold increase in reliability. Not only
is it better for other users but I will bet the KPA1500 is a lot happier
(more reliable) for a 20% drop in output power which is
The K4 will display time and date; I have seen this on one image. Is there
any chance that in the new design the 24 hour clock and date will hold their
accuracy over prolonged periods? This was not the case for the K3 and
would be an improvement.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original
Dear OMs and YLs,
I had a chance to see the new K4 at Friedrichshafen.It was like
visiting flowers with bees swarming to have a go.I am impressed and have
a few points perhaps not mentioned previously.
1) Ergonomics:
a) The Main tuning know is raised and has clustered directly
Would switching out the superhet front end allow a wider bandwidth for FT8
in the event that narrower filters are used in the front end.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne
Hello Eric,
Sorry I now have a good view of the rear panel so know there are two
separate type BNC connectors for RX antennas used in Duplex.
I would still like to know how much disassembly is required to install
the two superhet front ends.
Thank you.
Hello Eric,
Just to be sure, I hope there are two separate RX antenna inputs for
diversity reception on the K4D.Is this true are the RX ANT connectors
type BNC?
Will one need to take the K4D completely apart if later a decision is
made to add the two superhet front ends?
Thank
Neil,
I regularly delete posts whose titles do not interest me and click to
open those which do. This is no hard task and I do not receive the digest
so post comes through all day.
Thankfully the forum does not require a pass word such as use to be the
case on Yahoo. Eric does a
.
Original message
From: Peter Hall
Date: 18/05/2019 11:55 (GMT+00:00)
To: Ken Winterling , Doug Turnbull
Cc: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] KPA1500 AC Mains wire colours
Ken, Doug
Ken is correct. Your amplifier comes with a US colour coded cable
Kev, Possibly this is true for Flex as well but one point that I appreciate
about Elecraft is that the chief design engineers are actively involved in
the forum when needed.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
Dear OMs or YLs,
I have a new KPA1500 for use in Europe. Mine came from Elecraft direct
and thus has a US style mains plug and I assume US colour coded AC power
lead.What are the USA colours for Live, Neutral and Ground?
The manual does not supply a schematic and I do not want to
Dear OMs and YLs,
For me the K3 epitomizes modularity. One can build the radio up over
time and purchase only those features required. This keeps entry level
prices down and enhances repair. From Ireland, one could return a faulty
module perhaps holding on to the K3/S and continuing to
Petr, I have no idea how the threads are combined. I initiated this
question without any reference to the K1 and used the title above which does
not mention the K1.I am trying to resolve a problem not cause one. My
interest it that when visiting a friend in USA that I can get him up and
4TAX
On 4/15/2019 9:03 AM, Doug Turnbull wrote:
> Dear OMs and YLs,
> I am going to help a friend get onto FT8. He has a new
Tigertronics
> SignaLink, with the header for the K3 and appropriate cables for the K3.
> This however does not in and of itself provide the abili
Dear OMs and YLs,
I looked up the KPA 1500 the other day on my phone and though I saw it
was CE approved. Since then, I can not find this CE statement.Does the
KPA 1500 finally have CE approval so that it can now be purchased into the
EU? I have been waiting for this news for
Dear OMs and YLs,
I am going to help a friend get onto FT8. He has a new Tigertronics
SignaLink, with the header for the K3 and appropriate cables for the K3.
This however does not in and of itself provide the ability to shift band or
frequency in the case of Fox Hound mode.
Is it
Wayne,
Upgradeable, God I like Elecraft and might I add modular is also very
nice so that one can gradually grow the rig to meek pocketbook and needs.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On
None of this stops people from spotting them. I think they are a bit
annoyed at some comments made previously.Not to worry let us cheer them
on. 73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob
Good Man Bob.
I also so add HNY to all our fellows and sisters.We are licensed in the
same year. My ticket arrived one week after turning 16 and was the best
present.So guess I am but a pup but yes it is great to wake up each
morning. We share a great hobby for both youth and when
Dear OMs,
It is also possible to print on one side of the page and keep the back
facing page for updates.
I keep pinching myself with the service Elecraft gives us.This may
be found with Flex but how many other manufacturers allow us to communicate
with the companies engineers and
Dear Elecraft OMs and YLs,
Is there any progress in obtaining CE permission for the KPA1500.I
hope to purchase one but understand you can not even ship to European
private orders without this approval.I called five weeks ago and
approval seemed imminent then but no word since.
Dear OMs,
It is a bit like surveys the BBC occasionally runs. If there is an
Irish element to it then the whole of Ireland gangs up and skews it to
praise an Irishman, song, poem or what have you.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From:
Hello Roccon,
This was an interesting piece and most appreciated.I think Wayne
should expand on this and write a small history of Elecraft. His
grandchildren will also appreciate such an effort.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From:
Dear OMs,
I have both Acom 2000A and SPE Expert 2K-FA amps.The advantage of
the SPE is that it is instant on, operates on six meters, has multiple
antenna inputs and does not generate as much heat in the shack. Its
disadvantages are audible noise which for me is horrific and also I am
Thank you Bob and Jim for the useful observations.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob McGraw K4TAX
Sent: 17 July 2018 18:11
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re:
Friends,
There are some other points not mentioned. Yes, I agree the K3 is
pricy but the performance is there. However for most things the IC-7300
does a grand job as does the TD590s.For now and for some considerable
time in the past though the K3 has had a superior receiver good in
Elecraft is a first class company with the best of people making impressive
products.Service and communication with customers is not bettered. We
are fortunate.
73 Doug EI2CN
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Gentlemen and Ladies,
Calm down we enjoy a wonderful technological hobby.I am a CW rag
chewer but like the F1 button to send CQ in a contest and F2 to send the
report. It saves my wrist. Copy is by my ears though the K3 decoder is
there it will not cope with pileups so you use your
Dear OMs and YLs,
This talk of cruise ship operation piqued my interest.Do you have
to get permission from the ships captain to operate? I believe this is in
the license manual.How does one go about doing so?If I could bring
my AlexLoop and KX2 aboard a cruise ship this would
Dear Friends,
For what it is worth, I have come to like the small size and light
weight of the present K3/S. The modular approach to features aids purchase
and I believe also helps in troubleshooting. This is a radio made for
contesting, DXpeditions, rag chewing and all modes of operation.
There are many reasons I like Elecraft and this is one of the major ones.
Thank you. I am still amazed to have a K-Pod at all.
Tonight though I am on the KX2 with 5W into 4 el SteppIR at 24M - sort of
cheating at QRP but I want to exercise the Elecraft CW paddle.
Elecraft is a class operation.
Dear OMs and YLs,
I have travelled across Europe and from USA to Europe with a KX2 and
had no problems - no one commented except the TSA man in JFK seemed to have
been an SWL and commented on how small they were making radios these days.
Surprisingly they did not want me to turn the radio on
Hi Howie,
The LowPro lid is padded and does a grand job of holding my
accessories.Different strokes for different people but I like the case
for my K2 - the whole package is a delight.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft
Dear OMs and YLs,
The problem with poles is that even at four feet they are cumbersome to
take on planes.They also are obtrusive when installed. The AlexLoop or
magnetic loop antenna on the other hand does not even require a pole and is
unobtrusive. It can be used inside a frame or
Dear OMs and YLs,
We CW ops will be happy with this piece; Morse is back:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KhZKNZO8mQ
73 Doug EI2CN
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Help:
Bob,
I have ordered three. Two are for myself and one is for a friend
currently at 9N7EI. This looks very useful. Maybe Elecraft will put a
link on their accessories or outside supplier's page. Good work.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft
Dave and Phil,
All of what you say rings true but there is little reason not to have a
discussion. We can always hit the delete button.The KX2 is very small,
light weight with a big display designed for portable operation so of course
the specifications will suffer some. I hope there
Bill,
I could learn from this wisdom. Socrates is amongst us. Some of the
information though was good especially for someone just getting a start.
There are some pretty nice radios out there for low budget not to mention a
used bare bones K3.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original
Dear Ted and Co,
Years ago I requested a pod to control memory and VFO. It did not
happen and I requested again but then assumed it a lost cause and looked at
the fine K3 in front of me and the service given and decided well maybe
there is a reason and that is that. Other solutions came out
Dear OMs and YLs,
To me this is harsh indeed. Who provides better service for the Ham
Radio community? Do we think that we are the directors of Elecraft?For
a moment it sounded like the K-Pod was being criticised - well this is worth
a lot to me and I have one on each of my K3 radios.
about these new developments.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug
Turnbull
Sent: 15 February 2017 22:05
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] KX2 v KX3 for air travel and hotel operation
Dear OMs and YLs,
This is just to relate my experience and observations after using my
KX2 sn 1000 in Tenerife for the past week.This operation was just a side
event while travelling with my XYL - just a bit of fun.Previously a KX3
was used for such operations but for me the
Dear OMs and YLs,
This is just to relate my experience and observations after using my
KX2 sn 1000 in Tenerife for the past week.This operation was just a side
event while travelling with my XYL - just a bit of fun.Previously a KX3
was used for such operations but for me the KX2
Fred,
I agree with all you say but still when reading a signal in the noise on
160M believe me a dB can help in recognizing a call sign. I often think
that operating on TB is some what like operating on VHF/UHF. It is
certainly a struggle with noise.
73 Doug EI2CN
Dear OMs,
There are times when I am sure that 1 dB would make a difference on
160M.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of
Charlie T, K3ICH
Sent: 31 December 2016 18:44
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject:
Bill,
You are right Elecraft gets it right once again!
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill
Mader
Sent: 25 December 2016 15:42
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft Customer
Internal batteries are handy if you are flying as airlines may object to
batteries outside equipment. Otherwise I agree.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken G
Kopp
Sent: 13 November 2016 19:23
To:
Jim,
I believe the poor man is now a Silent Key, RIP.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim
AC0E
Sent: 13 November 2016 15:46
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3-EZ
I have
Dear Fred,
You are watching too much of "Better Call Saul" which is filmed in your
fair state, the land of enchantment.
73 Doug EI2CN
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David
Woolley
Sent: 21 October 2016 10:55
Dear OMs and YLs,
I am not taking issue with what Howard is saying. My operations are
different!The reason for entering this discussion is that the battery is
being mentioned which I am more than pleased with for CW at 5 Watts. I have
some observations and a question to finish with.
Friends,
The following is a link to an RSGB promotional video for amateur radio.
It features youth and also has some nice shots of Elecraft radios in use.
To me it is well done.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8x6x_6mDVlQ=youtu.be
73 Doug EI2CN
Dear OMs and YLs,
When using the AlexLoop one always at a minimum starts out with the
antenna tuner bypassed and normally you leave it that way. I have had
occasion to use the AlexLoop mounted atop a steel reinforced concrete wall
and found that the minimum SWR was not good enough so I used
Hello Stan,
If you go to the AlexLoop site and open clippings then go to Echo
Ireland, you will find a fairly lengthy review I wrote.I have not used
the AlexLoop very often with my KX1 and hence 2.5W but have used it
frequently with the KX3 at 5 Watts for portable operations.The
Doug EI2CN
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From: Rose [mailto:elecraftcov...@gmail.com]
Sent: 05 July 2016 22:13
To: Doug Turnbull; Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Suppporting Products
Hi Doug!
I don't see anything missing or changed. Be sure you go to the -bottom-
of the website's front page
Dear OMs and YLs,
I looked today for links to supporting products such as Fred Cady's
books, Nifty Guides, KX3 stands, add on heat sinks and such but am unable to
find this material. It is too bad if Elecraft has found it necessary to
delete these links though I am sure such would have been
Dear OMs and YLs,
Oh happy days. My K-Pod arrived this morning not bad for a trip
across the USA and Atlantic in four days.I was blessed in that no VAT
(23% plus additional costs) was taken this time. Life is good, thank you
Elecraft. I have desired this Pod since first purchasing
Hello Gary,
I am waiting for my pod to use with a K3. Age means that sometimes my
hands tremble a bit - life is still good. My plan is to get a forty year
old youngster to do the soldering if it looks at all questionable to me.
This is a shame as before becoming an EE I was a technician
]
Sent: 30 June 2016 14:45
To: 'Doug Turnbull'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: KX1 vs KX2 vs KX3? from someone who owns one of each..
In addition to a few K3s, I also own a KX1, KX2, and KX3 and believe that I
am in a position where I can make a few unbiased comparisons between the
KX group
Dear OMs and YLs,
I have a couple of questions regarding the batteries used for KX2 and
KX3.
1) What are the relative radio weights with batteries installed?
2)With standard NiMh 2600 ma-hr batteries in the KX3 and the LiPo battery in
the KX2 both radios running at 5 Watts on CW with lets
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of TFJM
via Elecraft
Sent: 30 May 2016 23:39
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 & Loop Antennas
Has anyone had much success using either an Alex Loop or Chameleon P Loop
antenna with
Hi OMs and YLs,
I find this discussion of interest and the positive points about the
CrankIR seem correct in all respects. I use an AlexLoop for travels as it
is small you can install it on a hotel balcony, park bench in front of a
hotel window, inside a timber frame, concrete block or stone
Dear OMs and YLs,
I think Bob says it well. How can you compare a fine radio like the
7300 with a loaded K3. They are not the same yet the 7300 will probably
work most of the DX that the K3 will for less money.A Cadillac is no
more functional than a Chevy. They both go from A to B.
Wayne and Elecrafters,
You people are wonderful!!Your company is the best.As to
anyone bringing out a 7300 or super duper PC enclosed rig those same
companies will never ever provide the same level of service, communications
and on going development of existing products. On these
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