[Elecraft] For Sale My New QRP KX3 Portable Antennas

2017-04-23 Thread Fred Smith
I have sold my KX3 and have these 2 antennas that I had bought for portable operation they were only used one time with my KX3 just to check for operation and both were very good. I researched both of them before purchase and they did work as expected on the bands. These were setup on my covered

[Elecraft] For Sale microHAM DB-37 Cable for K2

2017-04-23 Thread Fred Smith
I have this new never used cable I bought for a SO2R setup and never used it is brand new. New cost is $80 will sell for $50 obo + shipping and any fees involved. Emal m...@totalhighspeed.com 73, Fred/N0AZZ Monett, MO. __

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 500 vs New 1500 watt amp

2017-04-21 Thread Fred Smith
Wayne I'm a bit late on this thread but will the cost be in the $5-6K range? 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Stereo Speaker for K3

2015-11-22 Thread Fred Smith
Waited for a while to reply on this as "Don" gave an excellent reply as far as speakers when he suggested the West Mountain Radio COMspkr for about $50 a pair. These work as well as some I have bought for $250 ea. from makers of different radios I have owned, "own" as these that I have used on my

Re: [Elecraft] Stereo Speaker for K3

2015-11-22 Thread Fred Smith
I agree don't worry about those who complain, as I said earlier Don's suggestions were right on target on a low cost speaker for any radio. 73, Fred/N0AZZ Sent from my iPad > On Nov 22, 2015, at 12:00 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: > > Ouch! Those complaining do not represent the

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 troubles

2015-11-11 Thread Fred Smith
The KPA500 is a good small amp I use mine with an IC-9100 most of the time and have not had any real issues with it in 4 yrs. now. For the K3's and K2 I use Alpha amps an 87A and a newer 9500 for HF use. All I can say the brick on the key with forever in the ads they run does say a lot. But

Re: [Elecraft] Which of these would make the best power supply for the K3(S)?

2015-10-29 Thread Fred Smith
I agree the Astrons are hard to beat I use a pair of 70A supplies for my station and have several others a 35 and 2 20 amp supplies for spares. Fred N0AZZ Sent from my iPad > On Oct 29, 2015, at 3:41 PM, Phil Hystad wrote: > > >> On Oct 29, 2015, at 8:41 AM, Robert

Re: [Elecraft] So: Which mini-keyboard to use with the PX3?

2015-10-26 Thread Fred Smith
Wayne with my P3 I use a Flexible roll-up usb keyboard don't remember the brand off hand. Fred. N0AZZ Sent from my iPad > On Oct 26, 2015, at 7:25 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'm shopping for a very compact (10" or less in width) wireless keyboard to > use

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Idea - 2 Meter

2015-10-14 Thread Fred Smith
Excellent idea except for power output a 100w for an all mode would be good but in a K3s cabinet and many of its features. Fred N0AZZ Sent from my iPad > On Oct 14, 2015, at 1:02 PM, Jose Rivera wrote: > > I humbly submit the following product idea to Elecraft. > > >

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Idea - 2 Meter

2015-10-14 Thread Fred Smith
t; -Original Message- > From: Elecraft > [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On > Behalf Of Jessie Oberreuter > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 4:44 PM > To: Fred Smith <m...@totalhighspeed.com> > Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; n2...@n2lrb.com > Subject: R

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Idea - 2 Meter

2015-10-14 Thread Fred Smith
Thank God for Icom then I guess my 9100 works fine on all bands but wasted my money on the 1296 module very little use there. Fred N0AZZ Sent from my iPad > On Oct 14, 2015, at 5:27 PM, Jim Lowman wrote: > > Given

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Idea - 2 Meter

2015-10-14 Thread Fred Smith
not the case here, > 10 or so years ago. I don't think your IC-9100 does 222 MHz, either. > > With a K3S, I wouldn't even consider using the TS-2000X on HF. > > 73 de Jim - AD6CW > >> On 10/14/2015 3:03 PM, Fred Smith wrote: >> The 100w would give you more choice of

Re: [Elecraft] Portable equipment...

2015-10-05 Thread Fred Smith
My choice would be the PX3 from using one so long in the shack with a K3. On my KX3 it's pretty bare bones but if only rig or more out of shack use I would use a PX3 with it to locate other usage on the band easily. Fred/N0AZZ Sent from my iPad > On Oct 5, 2015, at 2:49 PM, David Davis

Re: [Elecraft] K3 to Pro III, my thoughts to Jeff, wb0m

2015-09-12 Thread Fred Smith
I bought my IC-9100 after I started my K line and it’s a keeper as nothing will do all that it does 160m-1.2 gig including D-Star. It is the last of my base radios that aren't Elecraft and has no match out there as far as all band all modes. It just leaves a bit to be desired in the HF bands

Re: [Elecraft] 2nd RX Vs. P3

2015-03-15 Thread Fred Smith
Hello to the Group I also agree with this assessment of the two they like many other things in one's tool box can be and are quite useful at different times. As taught me by my mentor K0AZ it is knowing when and what tool to use at the proper time to make a contact is what counts. Too bad there

Re: [Elecraft] Portable antenna for KX3

2015-03-10 Thread Fred Smith
After buying numerous antennas and spending way too much money on them, I finally came up with a good performer. The best part its cheap easy to build and erect in a short time. It's only a 33' piece of copper wire with a 33' radial when used as a vertical. It can also be used as a sloper, or

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] OT: Verizon's response to Net Neutrality: in Morse code!!

2015-02-27 Thread Fred Smith
Just another one (of many) of The KINGS Decrees that his flunkies were commanded to make happed that he didn't have to do with a stroke of his pen. That way didn't take away from his golf game time. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] OT: Verizon's response to Net Neutrality: in Morse code!!

2015-02-27 Thread Fred Smith
I live in the country 7 mi. from town pop. Of 7,900 and we have wireless internet with speed of 1 meg. But that's OK we lived for over 20 yrs with dial-up for 10 of those. We had that choice and made it I would hate to see what the so called higher speeds would cost us and would hate to pay for

Re: [Elecraft] Bad Assumptions

2015-02-17 Thread Fred Smith
I consider myself a very casual operator by any means either contesting or DX'ing and use at the very least 3 computers for the shack only and at times 4-5 computers. I have became very dependent on them over the years and even use them in the field portable. When working some modes they are a

Re: [Elecraft] Further K3 development

2015-02-14 Thread Fred Smith
Of Joe Subich, W4TV Sent: Friday, February 13, 2015 2:16 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Further K3 development On 2015-02-13 1:03 PM, Fred Smith wrote: Most all Elecraft gear here as far as radios except for an IC-9100 which there are no replacements for. No Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Further K3 development

2015-02-13 Thread Fred Smith
This was one of the very reasons that I finally moved to Elecraft and sold my last 2 FTDX-5000MP's several yrs ago and have plans on returning. Most all Elecraft gear here as far as radios except for an IC-9100 which there are no replacements for. May they continue their present business model,

Re: [Elecraft] Thanks to Elecraft and this Forum

2015-02-01 Thread Fred Smith
Possibly for the same reason that I kept my IC-9100 loaded because Elecraft had nothing to match all its features including D-Star and 1.2 gig. A true all band all mode modern radio, but did sell my FT-847 and FT-5000's. 73 Good DX, Fred N0AZZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Accessing KX3 buttons when using Side KX

2015-01-31 Thread Fred Smith
Those were the 2 reasons that kept me from buying his were end plates and covers. 73 Good DX, Fred N0AZZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken G Kopp Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 10:55 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] SPEAKER FOR K3

2015-01-29 Thread Fred Smith
West Mountain here also over 4 yrs. Zero issues great sound. 73 Good DX, Fred N0AZZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken Chandler Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2015 8:04 AM To: Bob Gibson Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:

Re: [Elecraft] Subject: Re: Verticals

2014-09-12 Thread Fred Smith
Hello to All Have been following this closely and felt compelled to finally post my findings of almost 7 years. First I live in the country on a farm about 7 miles from a small town in SW, MO. so I have the space and relatively noise area free except for (electric fencing some power lines). I

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Right speaker problem - works only when SUB is on

2014-09-12 Thread Fred Smith
Yes I also know of that First Hand after 2 days (8) 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Phonema Speaker for K3

2014-09-04 Thread Fred Smith
Sales must be a little slow, price might be adjusted soon being the market he playing for. Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W2BLC Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2014 6:19 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] A speaker for the K3

2014-08-27 Thread Fred Smith
Nice little speaker but worth a $100 more than the West Mountain Radio COMspkr @$39 shipped?? I have found them to be excellent com speakers and use them on several of my radios a K3/K2/IC-9100 not matching but I don't the room for everything to sit beside all the radios either. 73, Fred/N0AZZ

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 for SWLs?

2014-08-18 Thread Fred Smith
I have both radios that you have and using a Real Antenna the KX3 has by far the better receiver in fact they are not even in the same class. The whip antennas I have 4 different ones BTW all were a waste of money IMHO and sit on a shelf unused for some time, just use a wire antenna (even a short

Re: [Elecraft] OT GENERAC generators

2014-07-26 Thread Fred Smith
I have used a 5500 w Honda for many years the only problems with it have been gasoline related as with all gas models. The Honda has been an excellent choice and mine still has many years of use left, that said this fall we will be up grading to a propane Generac. I just bought a used 1000 gal

Re: [Elecraft] OT GENERAC generators

2014-07-26 Thread Fred Smith
Our last major ice storm left us without electricity for 17 days and we used $370 in gasoline for the generator being used concretively. Most gas stations were without power for the first week. Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] Limit topics in email

2014-05-07 Thread Fred Smith
After having owned radios X/Y and Z costing from upwards of $6k I switched to a K3 while still owning the top of the list for transceivers. Both are excellent radios in their own respects, except for 2 things the customer support and this very forum for the lack of BS and mostly on topic posts.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 With SDR-IQ

2014-05-06 Thread Fred Smith
I had problems frequently with the one I had when I tried it on one of my K3's, spent more time fooling with it than using. When I used it with other gear FTDX-5000MP worked fine but nothing like the P3 when I used with the 5000. IMHO sell the SDR-IQ and use the money toward a P3. 73 Good DX,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Kit Wisdom

2014-05-04 Thread Fred Smith
IMHO there is only one Perfect WayDon't buy a kit let Elecraft build it, burn it in, do setup. Then I open the box when I get it and in less than 5 min. I'm on the air. Oh yes I've been studying the manuals both the build one and operating one (downloaded printed in 3 ring binder with

Re: [Elecraft] K3 M/M Contest stations

2014-04-14 Thread Fred Smith
I use my K3 to contest but could care less about the score I just look for a new band country and every once in a great while a new one. Buy I agree with you a serious DX'er would not want a contest radio either most are Deaf and only work the real 599 stations anyway. I did use 2 K3's in an SO2R

Re: [Elecraft] David Cole...756ProIII vs K3

2014-04-13 Thread Fred Smith
I have a newer Icom here and might have to debate the receiver issue and I'm half deaf. The Icom does have both CW and SSB filters/D-Star in it but when it comes to weak signal the K3 is superior as is the KX3. But don't get me wrong my IC-9100 is going nowhere as there is nothing on the market to

Re: [Elecraft] QRP with the KX3

2014-03-03 Thread Fred Smith
Had mine over a year and it still amazes me at the contacts I make all of them phone BTW. Hope to be on Digital sometime this year. I think the only piece of Elecraft gear I do not own now is the amp/Hi-Power Tuner for the KX3. All I can say is YES to Elecraft and many THANKS 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3

Re: [Elecraft] OT: For sale - weighted K3 main VFO knob

2014-02-23 Thread Fred Smith
I'm seeing the new price of that knob on the link you posted as $55. Did you make a mistake when posting your price? 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w

Re: [Elecraft] For sale - weighted K3 main VFO knob

2014-02-23 Thread Fred Smith
[mailto:vr2...@yahoo.com.hk] Sent: Sunday, February 23, 2014 5:47 AM To: Fred Smith; 'Elecraft' Cc: elecraft...@yahoogroups.com Subject: OT: For sale - weighted K3 main VFO knob Thanks Fred, the knob was sold. The knob for main VFO A is US$105 and sub VFO B is US$55 for new ones. 73

Re: [Elecraft] A confession

2014-02-10 Thread Fred Smith
I've watched this thread now for several days and finally decided to comment. I have owned several very good rigs in the past and when I bought my first K3 I still owned a FTDX-5000MP and a FTDX-1000 Field well equipped in a SO2R setup using MicroHAM products. I had owned the 5000 for about 2 yrs.

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Kit Idea

2014-02-10 Thread Fred Smith
That is a wonderful idea I certainly 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m would be a buyer as long as NO SMC involved. -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] A confession

2014-02-09 Thread Fred Smith
And They Walk Among Us! 73, Fred/N0AZZ Monett, MO. -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: Sunday, February 09, 2014 2:01 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A confession

Re: [Elecraft] Would anyone like to see an all-mode VHF/UHFoffering from Elecraft?

2014-01-31 Thread Fred Smith
I have had one since it came out and does quite well in fact the IC-9100 does it all including D-Star which has an active repeater in this area. I bought mine when they first came out about 3 1/2 yrs ago there about and do have all the filters for it. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 #

Re: [Elecraft] K3 vs KX3

2014-01-22 Thread Fred Smith
I must agree I love my KX3 but it lacks many things that I have come to expect with my K3. It is impossible to place all the features of a K3 into such a small package the size of a KX3. That said I would give up neither as both at the top of the transceiver lists and I have no plans on going back

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Speakers

2014-01-21 Thread Fred Smith
Yes David very hard to beat speakers for the K3/KX3 considering the price. I have been using mine for almost 2 yrs. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w

Re: [Elecraft] new K3 owner

2014-01-18 Thread Fred Smith
As Don stated prepare yourself for a new level of transceiver performance, it does take some getting used to 8) 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m

Re: [Elecraft] How do I generate a Key Down to tune an external 6m amp?

2014-01-16 Thread Fred Smith
I use a Data Mode and the transmit button to do the same. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m -Original Message- From:

[Elecraft] K3 Loss of Power

2014-01-09 Thread Fred Smith
Gary, Gary and Howard Some of these I have tried most I have not, but thanks to each of you for your help. A bit of a handicap here have been sick for a week and only able to work in the shack a few hours at a time. Howard I'm going to start down your list and work through it, I hope today

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 Shipping Status Update

2014-01-09 Thread Fred Smith
IMHO the amp was way ahead of the 2m module as far as demand goes, good business decision on their part. If 2m was a big deal to me I would have kept my FT-817 just for that. I might add I plan on not adding either at present to my station. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 #

[Elecraft] K3 sudden loss of power on high bands

2014-01-08 Thread Fred Smith
Last week I was working DX quickly mostly on 10/12m going back and forth for needed bands. After several hours I noticed my gain bar on the amp was to the bottom of the scale zero power out. I reset the amp (Alpha 9500) and tried again same then checked the radio zero output but still showing the

Re: [Elecraft] External speaker recommendation.....

2014-01-06 Thread Fred Smith
YES! The West Mountain Radio COMspkr $39, I have several sets of them on my K2/K3. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] External speaker recommendation.....

2014-01-06 Thread Fred Smith
I have paid upwards of $350 for a sets of speakers for radios and ending up selling all the others in favor of the West Mountain ones..If you're only going to use your single receiver K2 for CW and digital modes headphones might be the only required. Come to think of it I do still have 1 set

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 / K3 Antenna Sharing

2013-12-31 Thread Fred Smith
I share 4 radios on the radio a position of a SO2R setup using a Bird 74 coax switch the best on the market with 6 positions. Shop for a good used one new they are pricy but what you would expect from Bird. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Amp

2013-12-31 Thread Fred Smith
I don't have the amp but would very much enjoy hearing comments from all those that do have them. I might add I do have other amps and a KPA500 as well but using it with an Icom radio for mostly 6m. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Full SDR

2013-12-31 Thread Fred Smith
The KX3 is a real radio in every way not a computer and one that can be taken with you for portable operations, batteries unlike a computer/monitor. For another better receiver performance than the Flex and very small footprint as far as limitations none only more advantages with the KX3. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Full SDR

2013-12-31 Thread Fred Smith
Craig I'm a DX'er only and use my KX3 for QRP DX'ing. The band pass filter works very well in the radio and IMHO a must have option 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2)

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] SDR transmitter issues?

2013-12-30 Thread Fred Smith
I agree after rereading all of his post and charts twice they seem to be flawed, again by someone without a real radio to test. He does seem somewhat confused about the measurements of the QST labs and that of Rob Sherwood both of which have had hands on testing. IMHO only, a Flex is a nice bench

Re: [Elecraft] Is it Competition

2013-12-28 Thread Fred Smith
If the TS-990 was meant to be completive it really missed the mark in performance and price. With many radios coming in ahead of it in both, only first it has garnered was amount of knobs and buttons 8). 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea

2013-12-25 Thread Fred Smith
I use an Alpha 4510 Power/SWR Meter and it does have a power delivered/forward setting just for that. That setting takes all of these factors into consideration for the final product it reads from .03-3000w. That is the reason for my trusted Oak Hills Research WM-2 QRP wattmeter still in line for

Re: [Elecraft] Working Japan with a KX3 from Colorado

2013-12-21 Thread Fred Smith
Gerry My KX3 never ceases to amaze me with the DX I'm able to work on SSB constantly, and recently all the 10/12m DX. Last summer I had no idea how much I was able to work on 6m SSB QRPbut as they say it is the Magic Band. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100

Re: [Elecraft] Internal Antenna Tuner and SPE Expert Amplifier Questions

2013-12-09 Thread Fred Smith
Hi Bill No the internal tuner won't help with the amp in line but still one of the very best internal tuners there are. I have 3 different HF amps I use one is the KPA500 HF/6m with the KAT500 tuner very good auto tuner up to about 600w 6-160m. My second amp is an Alpha 9500 HF with auto tuner

Re: [Elecraft] ... and solar power

2013-12-01 Thread Fred Smith
Our club station has had a solar setup for field day now for 5-7 yrs. Also a club member Gordon K0GUN donated a new solar setup to run our repeater and has worked fins for many years. At home he depends on Solar and Wind for most of his needs in his home but everything in his large shack. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] Batteries and solar power

2013-11-30 Thread Fred Smith
I'm very interested in your complete setup on the boat. I'm Not an engineer nor a whiz in the math department but do use some of the items discussed and always looking for ways to improve my merger station. Thanks for your input on this topic. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 #

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Low Rider Stand

2013-11-29 Thread Fred Smith
The Nifty Stand is perfect for use with or without paddles. I'm a non-CW op and would not want one any shorter than it is for sure The back of the KX3 on the nifty stand is not quite 1 1/2 off my table the front almost 2 and the angle is excellent for viewing. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 #

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping costs for Warranty repair

2013-11-26 Thread Fred Smith
They follow SOP of all companies I'm aware of in that regard you pay in they pack back to you. Seems fair to me. Think about a radio like I had a Yaesu FTDX-5000MP that weighted 59# shipping weight or an amp in 2 packaged that weigh's over a 100# and one is small box very heavy the other a large

[Elecraft] MRP40 CW Software SDR ver.

2013-11-24 Thread Fred Smith
I have been looking at this software and see they have a SDR version of it, they list the KX3 as supported but not the K3. It seems that it would be about the same is anyone using it with their K3 or who have looked at the product and would comment. Any constructive comments if the K3 is supported

[Elecraft] MRP40

2013-11-24 Thread Fred Smith
Thanks to both of you for your replies, it seems as if a SignaLink may work with the SDR product going to check this out more. 73, Fred N0AZZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] MRP40

2013-11-24 Thread Fred Smith
Bruce it appears that you are correct after reading for a while, it appears both of my radios cannot function with the same SDR software. Oh well I'll try it on my KX3 first thanks for the input I did indeed misunderstand. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] K3/Logger 32 Interface issue

2013-11-22 Thread Fred Smith
The processor and Win 7 64 isn't a problem I would guess the Prolific chip set or your software are the most suspect. I have been using nothing but USB inputs for the last 6 to 8 yrs if not more and no issues except for software and drivers. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 #

Re: [Elecraft] [K2]PSK31 QRP?

2013-11-21 Thread Fred Smith
The SignaLink USB units work very easily with the K2 all you need is an USB port on the computer it has its sound card built in it. As far as QRP and digital modes they made for one another. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500

Re: [Elecraft] Reliable DC Power Supply for K3/P3

2013-11-19 Thread Fred Smith
Hi Bob I personally run quite a few shack DC items with mine including a 300w 2m amp along with a battery charger. The charger is one that charges an Optima back-up battery while the power is on keeps it charged quite well. After going through about 7 or 8 supplies most I still have I bought a

Re: [Elecraft] Reliable DC Power Supply for K3/P3

2013-11-19 Thread Fred Smith
I have 2 70 amp supplies a VS and a RS and a RS-12 plus a Samlex 1223/1235M also an MFJ QRP supply for the FT-817 that is used on the road with my KX3. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage

Re: [Elecraft] PC laptop for K3/KX3 digital modes

2013-11-19 Thread Fred Smith
I use my iPad for my KX3 with an iMic plus a Logitech iPad speaker that clips on it works ok for those modes and a logging program. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2)

Re: [Elecraft] PC laptop for K3/KX3 digital modes

2013-11-19 Thread Fred Smith
For the last 10-15 years all I have bought are Dells both Desktops and Laptops from the Outlet Store. They can be returns, Discontinued, Scratch Dent, new ones that have been exchanged. Excellent Warranty!!! I have 3 for the shack and 4 laptops, my wife has one of each also as does my Grandson

[Elecraft] For Sale Elecraft W2 (F) Wattmeter 2 Hi-Power Sensors

2013-11-16 Thread Fred Smith
are plus shipping and if CA plus tax. I will sell for $330 shipped to the lower 48 others at actual shipping costs, no problems with ZL/VK/EU's, PayPal or USPS Money Order. -73,- *Fred Smith/N0AZZ* *sent from my Samsung S4* __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] diversity receive what bands

2013-11-11 Thread Fred Smith
Bill A very nice antenna farm you have for sure! If I might ask how long is your feed line from the beverage and the 4sq's to your shack? And the TX 160m distance and feed line used helix I'm guessing? 73, Fred/N0AZZ Monett, MO. -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Spectrogram download site

2013-11-09 Thread Fred Smith
The main reason I dumped Norton a long time ago was because it slowed down the computer so bad, like real bad. Went to AVG and never looked back plus saved a lot of money even with the full purchased version of AVG on my shack computers (3). On the other 4 the free version's never have failed in 8

Re: [Elecraft] diversity receive what bands

2013-11-09 Thread Fred Smith
For me 40m and up only, usually used on the higher bands but with my antennas works well on 40m also. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of ve6dc Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 12:43 PM To:

Re: [Elecraft] diversity receive what bands

2013-11-09 Thread Fred Smith
Igor Your correct I have receive only antennas that I use on that port for receive only antenna. Diversity I use a vertical with my yagi to even out a signal that comes and goes works great. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500/Kat500 Cables - PL-259 Question

2013-11-08 Thread Fred Smith
The DXE PL-259's are indeed good connectors I use it with their 400MAX coax and have ran up to 3kw into a dummy load using them no problems. I have used LMR-400 for years and now use only DXE coax and mostly there connectors. Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Customized Radio Stands

2013-11-07 Thread Fred Smith
I prefer the Nifty Stands over those, much neater and with the smoked stand goes very well with the radio. I don't know about those stands but the Nifty stand and the radio both have no movement at all, the KX3 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2

Re: [Elecraft] Keyboard for P3 SVGA

2013-11-06 Thread Fred Smith
I have one of the rubber Monoprice flexible roll-up ones, very flat and easy to store out of the way when not in use. Price was very attractive. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha 9500 HF--Mirage B-5030-G

Re: [Elecraft] Question about filters in USB as shown on a P3

2013-11-06 Thread Fred Smith
No more Advanced licenses anymore, you're ready for the extra get the ARRL study manual.and good luck. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2 Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha's 9500 HF--87A HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2) B-5016-G's 165w 2m

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Interested in seeing operational KX3 - San Diego

2013-10-31 Thread Fred Smith
The numbers tell the real story about it they do not lie it is the #1 QRP radio in the world without lugging around a computer with you and IMHO does better than those. It shows in the tests also no wonder it has became de facto standard for QRP radios around the world. For an SDR it and the K3

Re: [Elecraft] sub receiver

2013-10-31 Thread Fred Smith
There have been many very good answers the main reason I switched to the K3's from the Yaesu FTDX-5000MP's a bit better main receiver on the Yaesu at that. The reason the second receiver same as the first with the same amount of filters if wanted. Not second rated ones like all the others top of

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: K9W Wake Atoll DXpedition Has Been Approved - Hope To Be QRV This Weekend

2013-10-31 Thread Fred Smith
Eric I saw that in the Daily DX my main amp is down so I will be using my KPA500 and make do with Less HP LOL. I only have K9W on 2 bands both SSB will be trying to fill out on phone except for 160m, not a good enough antenna for it..yet 8) It's times like these when I really enjoy my K3

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + SPE 2K-FA Amplifier hook-up problems

2013-10-31 Thread Fred Smith
Bob I have a friend in CA. who is running that setup and I emailed him to contact you on this. Sorry I can't help but I run a KPA500 sometimes and a Alpha 9500 most of the time with my main K3. 73, Fred/N0AZZ BTW have enjoyed your books and still reread them from time to time, when friends

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: K9W Wake Atoll DXpedition Has Been Approved - Hope To Be QRV This Weekend

2013-10-30 Thread Fred Smith
I agree some can't work DX and some can, I'm a DX'er that's why I use Elecraft radios for DXing 8). 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dave Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2013 5:20 PM To: Elecraft

[Elecraft] KX3 LSB Off Frequency

2013-10-27 Thread Fred Smith
I just received my second KX3 and it seems to have an issue. On LSB only it sounds like its off frequency when it shows dead on where it should be. Tuning up or down makes it over more so, if you listen closely it seems to be on but garbled. Never had this happen on my first KX3 on LSB and on

Re: [Elecraft] O.T Question for the group

2013-10-25 Thread Fred Smith
The utilities will not run but other software will and quite well on the iPad, also none of the others have the battery of the iPad. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe Subich, W4TV Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] O.T Question for the group

2013-10-24 Thread Fred Smith
Yes there are several you can use with your iPad and a iMic/speaker combo. It has been discussed here several times not too long ago. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Ross Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] question about using external ATU with KX3

2013-10-07 Thread Fred Smith
With the KX3 the ONLY tuner to use is the internal tuner as in all Elecraft gear. IMHO their tuners are some of the best ever made and built in the small package of the KX3 8). 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2 -Original

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Beware

2013-09-04 Thread Fred Smith
I had 2 really good days with Linux the day I downloaded it and the day I reformatted the hard drive it was on. All the really good ham apps are Windows Apps and you don't have to screw with the OS all the time like Linux. Just my opinion. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 #

Re: [Elecraft] K3 using Clear Speech Speaker

2013-09-03 Thread Fred Smith
Once I finally learned how to use it works very well, but it is NOT a 1-2-3 press for NR like many. With the K3 you can really customize it for each and every type you encounter, like all things it could be better.. I'm still waiting on the PERFECT RADIO a K4 maybe 8) 73, Fred/N0AZZ

Re: [Elecraft] 2M module

2013-08-23 Thread Fred Smith
I think they went with the right option first the amp and tuner to make the KX3 a full blown desktop radio a smart move IMHO. It also will produce the greatest amount of return good business since and profitability. The 2m mogul I think will not have nearly as many buyers as the amp/tuner because

Re: [Elecraft] Future K-radio?

2013-08-23 Thread Fred Smith
When I changed over to all Elecraft gear one radio I did keep was my IC-9100 for all my UHF/VHF even though one of my K3's does have the 2m module in it. It still remains my main radio for 2-12m over my K3 with the 6/10 preamp. IMHO a better receiver on those frequencies plus the added power up to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ATU tuning improvements

2013-08-23 Thread Fred Smith
This is really a great improvement for my KX3 and I would love to see it ported to the K3 if possible. I'm positive that there are many new updates coming for the flagship of the line the K3 to come. There is nothing on the market to compete with it and Elecraft has been the only company that

Re: [Elecraft] Just a thought

2013-08-16 Thread Fred Smith
Very well put and true.except when it comes to cars then it has to be a Carol Shelby 2013 Mustang again all AMERICAN MADE. But they were all sold before production even started, it was the highest HP engine ever produced in a production car in excess of 850 HP. If you had one of them you could

Re: [Elecraft] Antennas in the attic

2013-08-13 Thread Fred Smith
I have use M2 6/2/432 loops on a mobile stack mount in my attic that works quite well out to 50+ miles. I placed these up there for emergency use in case of a weather event taking out my outdoor antennas. I have used them from QRP to 1k on 6m and have preamps for each. A 160m loop- is a favorite

Re: [Elecraft] The KX3 as a shortwave broadcast receiver

2013-07-17 Thread Fred Smith
How well do they transmit for you if needed while serving as a SW Receiver? I have several Grundig,s and a Sangean excellent radios but cannot serve a dual purpose or have the receiver of the KX3. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2

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