Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 reduces power as it gets warmer?

2022-06-05 Thread Ken K6MR
e original poster's question, yes, the amp will reduce output as it gets warmer. In my case it drops about 100 watts (1500 -> 1400) which is -0.3 dB. Hardly enough to worry about. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Kevin Robertson via E

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-04-01 Thread Ken K6MR
SO2R setup and interleave QSOs. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Frank Scolaro Sent: Friday, April 1, 2022 8:46 AM To: James Bennett ; Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue Jim,. I use the "1A2R" (one

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays

2022-03-30 Thread Ken K6MR
"and sold his company to Raytheon..." Didn't he sell to Rockwell? Then I think some of Rockwell went to Boeing, but I'm not sure which part was the radio part. Can't say I've ever seen a Boeing Collins radio though :^) Ken K6MR From: ele

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 500

2022-03-23 Thread Ken K6MR
n the frequency I want without removing my hands from the keyboard. I think with the amplifier they just had so much front panel space available that they just couldn't think of anything else to put there. In the years I've had KPA500s and a KPA1500 I have yet to touch the

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 serial pinout?

2022-03-22 Thread Ken K6MR
As shown on page 5 of the KAT500 schematic: 12V levels, Tip = Rx, Ring = Tx. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Gordon LaPoint Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2022 10:29 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 serial pinout

Re: [Elecraft] Lots of Elecraft seen in contest video

2022-02-11 Thread Ken K6MR
And let me add that the sound track was also produced by 100% Elecraft. Thanks to Dean for making me look (er, sound) good. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Dean Wood Sent: Friday, February 11, 2022 8:38 AM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Software Question

2022-01-30 Thread Ken K6MR
I don't remember the slider ever moving in response to the fan speed while in Auto mode. The current fan level is noted in the lower info bar by a number (1 - 5), but that's it. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Ed G Sent: Sunday

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA Board For K3

2022-01-20 Thread Ken K6MR
"If it is an FPGA, you will need to get Elecraft to program it." No. The FPGA gets loaded each time you turn on the P3. There are different code images for each monitor resolution. So the uP checks which resolution you have selected and loads the proper code for that resolution.

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA Board For K3

2022-01-20 Thread Ken K6MR
The FPGA is a Xilinx XC6SLX9 in a FTG256 1.0 mm pitch BGA package. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Mark Goldberg Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 4:18 PM To: j...@audiosystemsgroup.com Cc: Reflector Elecraft Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KPA500 sn 1910 dead, update.

2022-01-17 Thread Ken K6MR
Not sure if this has been suggested: did you check the fuses on the power supply board? Those will kill the LV supplies and will keep things from powering up. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Sam Sargent via Elecraft Sent: Monday

Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: Need K3 Board

2021-11-28 Thread Ken K6MR
a ground bounce. That is sure to take out lots of stuff. Ken K6MR From: Dr. William J. Schmidt<mailto:b...@wjschmidt.com> Sent: Sunday, November 28, 2021 06:38 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: [POSSIBLE SPAM]

Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: Need K3 Board

2021-11-27 Thread Ken K6MR
Cheap too, I think it was no more than $10 per board parts cost. Ken K6MR From: David Gilbert<mailto:ab7e...@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, November 27, 2021 09:17 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: Need K3 Board I t

Re: [Elecraft] Subject: KX3 in multi radio environment

2021-11-01 Thread Ken K6MR
Thanks to everyone for the comments. Sounds like the KX3 works fine in this environment. I should have known since it is an Elecraft radio :^) Ken K6MR From: Steve Hall<mailto:99sun...@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, November 1, 2021 15:00 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto

[Elecraft] KX3 in multi radio environment

2021-11-01 Thread Ken K6MR
, which would be easy even with the 100 watt amp. Thanks for your thoughts and experiences. Ken K6MR From: kevin<mailto:kev...@coho.net> Sent: Sunday, October 31, 2021 22:43 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Errata she

Re: [Elecraft] Through-hole Replacement for K3 Q5 (2N7002)

2021-10-21 Thread Ken K6MR
this is Q5 on the main RF board. The active device parameters are different but not enough to worry about in the circuit where Q5 is used. It is nothing but a switch to reverse the active state of the 7R line to activate the big FET used for the Key Out line. The 2N7000 will be fine. Ken K6MR

Re: [Elecraft] HELP! XFINITY SHUT OFF INTERNET DUE TO HAM ANTENNAS

2021-10-20 Thread Ken K6MR
I’d start with the Public Utilities Commission. I had good response from them when dealing with PG I ‘think’ cable companies are under their jurisdiction, but if not they can probably tell you who does deal with them. Ken K6MR From: eric norris via Elecraft<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Fans

2021-08-08 Thread Ken K6MR
KPA1500 owner’s manual, page 31. Under “menu items”, “fan speed min”. There are 5 levels from which to choose. I’ll refrain from asking you why. Ken K6MR From: Ronnie Hull<mailto:w5...@comcast.net> Sent: Sunday, August 8, 2021 10:08 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] RTTY Questions

2021-04-29 Thread Ken K6MR
My radios only do the power ramp up the first time you transmit after changing bands. Doesn’t take that long though. Less than one second I would guess. As noted, it’s the power control loop. Usually it’s not that noticeable. Ken K6MR From: John Reilly<mailto:reill...@gmail.com>

Re: [Elecraft] Record both RX signal and TX monitor in CW

2021-04-29 Thread Ken K6MR
Config -> LIN OUT -> tap REV/2 button. Use VFO A knob to adjust t= xxx to set transmit monitor level. 0 = none and up from there. Mine are set at 010. YMMV. Ken K6MR From: HP<mailto:pfizenma...@q.com> Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2021 23:36 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Ham Radio near high voltage power lines?

2021-04-27 Thread Ken K6MR
seem to be a big problem up here. One lineman told me they changed vendors to a new style and he’s seen quite a few go bad. My noise guy is still around, office in Cottonwood, just south of here. Friendly enough, and does help the process move forward. Ken K6MR From: Josh Fiden<mailt

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Ham Radio near high voltage power lines?

2021-04-27 Thread Ken K6MR
noise and they go to work. Ken K6MR From: MIKE ZANE<mailto:n...@comcast.net> Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 10:33 To: j...@kk9a.com<mailto:j...@kk9a.com>; elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Ham Radio near high voltage power li

Re: [Elecraft] How and How Often to Clean KPA-1500 Cooling Systems?

2021-03-27 Thread Ken K6MR
in hot exhaust from the top vents back into the amp. Of course this won’t be a problem if you have the amp on a desk with nothing above it. I have the minimum recommended clearance of 2” above the amp, and 4” above the power supply. Ken K6MR From: N4ZR<mailto:n...@comcast.net> Sent: Sa

Re: [Elecraft] FW: Sudden KpA1500 power reduction

2021-02-21 Thread Ken K6MR
“just not publically posted.” Which seems very strange since they post for all the radios, which are far more complex. When I asked about a schematic, I was told “No”. Same with some updates. Just seems strange. Ken K6MR From: Dr. William J. Schmidt<mailto:b...@wjschmidt.com> Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] Sudden KpA1500 power reduction

2021-02-21 Thread Ken K6MR
they’ve ever done that before. Ken K6MR From: Dave<mailto:rocke...@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2021 11:06 To: Dana Roode K6NR<mailto:dana.ro...@gmail.com> Cc: Elecraft Reflector<mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sudden KpA1500 power reduction I

Re: [Elecraft] Sudden KpA1500 power reduction

2021-02-21 Thread Ken K6MR
deck is going to take some time. I’d rather not if I don’t have to. Ken K6MR From: Dana Roode K6NR<mailto:dana.ro...@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2021 11:03 To: Frank Scolaro<mailto:fscol...@mindspring.com> Cc: Elecraft Reflector<mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subj

Re: [Elecraft] Remap VFO "B"

2021-02-15 Thread Ken K6MR
Don’t think so. The only way I know to use a big knob for RIT is a KPOD. Ken K6MR From: James AC0E<mailto:h...@ac0e.com> Sent: Monday, February 15, 2021 15:26 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Remap VFO "B" Ju

[Elecraft] Split mode access time?

2021-02-01 Thread Ken K6MR
is too short, 300 ms works, but may be overkill. If the value is 200 ms or less the radio drops a few dits at 36 wpm when you first transmit after a split mode change. What would be a good typical value that would always work? Tnx, Ken K6MR

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Panadapter Cable Connections

2021-01-04 Thread Ken K6MR
Do not use a Y cable. I could go into the whole technical description, but don’t. I’m assuming here a normal non-USB K3. What you should do is connect the P3 normally to the K3 through the XCVR port on the P3, and then connect the Microham device to the PC port on the P3. Ken K6MR From

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sub Receiver

2020-12-26 Thread Ken K6MR
It’s a common problem with documentation for just about everything these days. Luckily with pdf files it’s pretty easy to add notes or edit things yourself. And of course when all else fails there is always the group. Something about the group being smarter than any individual! Ken K6MR

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sub Receiver

2020-12-26 Thread Ken K6MR
You are reading an old description of the SUB button. A firmware change made the long press of SUB the activation of Diversity. Linking is done through the config menu. Ken K6MR From: John Lemay<mailto:j...@carltonhouse.eclipse.co.uk> Sent: Saturday, December 26, 2020 09:13 To: El

Re: [Elecraft] Genius vs. Stupidity

2020-12-23 Thread Ken K6MR
Einstein had a whole bunch of great quotes: “Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." Ken K6MR From: Phil Kane<mailto:k2...@kanafi.org> Sent: Wednesday, December 23, 2020 19:57 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<m

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Locking VFO B

2020-12-13 Thread Ken K6MR
Dunno. Works here. Ken K6MR From: Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP<mailto:k2vco@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, December 13, 2020 19:33 To: Ken K6MR<mailto:k...@outlook.com>; Elecraft Reflector<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Locking VFO B Still doesn't wor

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Locking VFO B

2020-12-13 Thread Ken K6MR
Yep, looks like that’s either a bug or a feature. When in diversity mode and BSET using LOCK gives the same response as RX ANT. Maybe what it’s trying to say is that you can’t lock B because it is already “locked” to VFO A . Ken K6MR From: Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP<mailto:k2vco@gmail.

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Locking VFO B

2020-12-12 Thread Ken K6MR
Long press A/B (BSET) and then long press RATE (Lock) Ken K6MR From: Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP<mailto:k2vco@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, December 12, 2020 20:24 To: Elecraft Reflector<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] [K3] Locking VFO B I seem to recall that the

Re: [Elecraft] Interfacing K2 to KPA1500?

2020-12-12 Thread Ken K6MR
Yes. Ken K6MR From: eric norris via Elecraft<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Saturday, December 12, 2020 11:28 To: donw...@embarqmail.com<mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com>; Don Wilhelm<mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com>; Elecraft Reflector<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.n

Re: [Elecraft] Interfacing K2 to KPA1500?

2020-12-12 Thread Ken K6MR
Use the Kenwood diagram in the KPA manual. Use the pinout in the K2 manual for the serial port and wire accordingly. 3 wires (TXD, RXD, GND) is all you need from the K2. Then select SERIAL as the radio type in the KPA. You may also need RADIO POLL to be turned on. Ken K6MR From: eric

Re: [Elecraft] K-POD Button Switches Intermittently triggering the wrong macro

2020-11-06 Thread Ken K6MR
Send a note to Elecraft support and ask for the manufacturer part number. I’ve always received a reply and often with the Mouser or DigiKey part number included. Ken K6MR From: hawley, charles j jr<mailto:c-haw...@illinois.edu> Sent: Friday, November 6, 2020 07:55 To: Elecraf

Re: [Elecraft] extension of the length of the K3/KPA acc cable

2020-10-20 Thread Ken K6MR
You can buy Amphenol cables that are 15 wire with any combination of connectors you want from places like Mouser and Digikey. Ken K6MR From: Eric Norris<mailto:norrislawfi...@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 12:57 To: Howard Sherer<mailto:h...@lehigh.edu> Cc: elecraft<

Re: [Elecraft] K3 band data query

2020-10-18 Thread Ken K6MR
This is easy to do with an Arduino if you are capable with those kind of things. The serial port on the Arduino can read the data from the K3, and set/clear a relay at any frequency you want. Some assembly required. :^) Ken K6MR From: Dennis Ashworth<mailto:dennisashwort...@gmail.com>

Re: [Elecraft] Strange Amplifier behavior

2020-07-05 Thread Ken K6MR
switch on the KPA or select operate. You should see the KPA500 Operate message. The other way you can check is wiggle the PWR knob and make sure the * is in the window. That tells you that the radio is using the amp power settings. Ken K6MR From: Tom Doligalski via Elecraft<mailto:elecr

Re: [Elecraft] Future of KPA500 & KAT500

2020-06-18 Thread Ken K6MR
Before the KPA1500 was released, I ran two KPA500s in parallel. On the high bands, a K3 would not drive both amps to 500 watts. The NX1P mod enabled a full 1000 W out on all bands. Ken K6MR From: Phil Hystad via Elecraft<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2020

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan mod done - MUCH better

2020-06-04 Thread Ken K6MR
You didn’t happen to notice the value of the changed resistor did you? The fan resistor is the big one. Ken K6MR From: rocke...@gmail.com<mailto:rocke...@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, June 4, 2020 17:00 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

2019-11-30 Thread Ken K6MR
Not sure what you mean by “multi TX contest environment”, but I use mine in a SO2R setup. Two K3s into the single KPA1500. Works just fine. It’s in the closet and I hardly ever touch it. It just keeps making watts. Ken K6MR From: Salvatore Ted K2QMF<mailto:k2...@juno.com> Sent: Sa

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Monitor on Line Output

2019-11-17 Thread Ken K6MR
I think you are looking for the Tx line out monitor level. LIN OUT (from Config menu) and press 2. 0 should give you no monitor output. Ken K6MR From: K9MA<mailto:k...@sdellington.us> Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 14:29 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Question for California Hams

2019-10-12 Thread Ken K6MR
This just shows you how well this state is run. Fires, power outages, homelessness, third world diseases in the big cities, and what do they decide to do? Luckily I’m in the State of Jefferson and we’re fine :^) Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] San Francisco Chronicle: PG issues unprecedented power shut-off watch for much of Northern California

2019-10-07 Thread Ken K6MR
Yep, we’ve all received our text message, email, and phone call. They are taking no chances. My generator is fueled and ready :^) Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Ken G Kopp Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 2:33:29 PM Cc

Re: [Elecraft] kpa 1500

2019-08-26 Thread Ken K6MR
“We need a splitter/breakout device.” N6TV’s Y Box. From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Randy (Art) Sent: Monday, August 26, 2019 12:12:05 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] kpa 1500 Pete that would be in k3 test mode.

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Coax size requirements

2019-08-20 Thread Ken K6MR
and the amps were remoted in a closet 20 feet from the operating desk. No problems. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Bob McGraw K4TAX Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2019 12:59:11 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 PSU LED board replacement?

2019-06-30 Thread Ken K6MR
I pulled mine out a while back to understand the fan circuit and it’s pretty obvious. Just make a diagram of the connectors so you don’t accidentally swap one. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of eric norris via Elecraft Sent

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 AND THE 403A 1A2R

2019-06-28 Thread Ken K6MR
does make a bit of fan noise on RTTY when dual CQing, but otherwise works just fine. I have the amp in a closet so the noise is not a concern. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of j...@kk9a.com Sent: Friday, June 28, 2019 7:04:10 AM

Re: [Elecraft] new computers, the search for serial ports and the meaning of life...

2019-06-20 Thread Ken K6MR
Windows 10 allows you to delay updates for up to 35 days. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Jim Brown Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2019 12:16:53 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] new computers, the search

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 question: using the KAT500 with multiple transceivers using a coax switch

2019-06-01 Thread Ken K6MR
True. However, the advantage of the K3/KAT500 (assuming you have the AuxBus connected) is that the KAT500 will follow the K3 frequency without transmitting. KPA1500 tuner does the same thing. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf

Re: [Elecraft] K4

2019-05-06 Thread Ken K6MR
is way too short for anything other than a standalone PC. Putting one into a high quality, specialized instrument/radio/whatever makes no sense at all. Ken K6MR (retired PE) From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Bryan Brauer Sent: Monday, May 6

Re: [Elecraft] Appears that VFO is not tracking in diversity.

2019-04-30 Thread Ken K6MR
The B VFO doesn’t do anything in diversity receive. Both receivers are driven by the A synth. B VFO is only used for a split transmit frequency if you want. You are thinking of the VFO LINK mode where B follows A with a given split. Ken K6MR From

Re: [Elecraft] KAT & KPA 500 Remote by Elecraft

2019-04-26 Thread Ken K6MR
Use the command line options in a batch file. The options are COM Baud Port timeout. Something like: start KAT500-Remote.exe COM13 38400 4629 2000 start KPA500-Remote.exe COM11 38400 4627 2000 Insert your appropriate values. Ken K6MR From

Re: [Elecraft] Recommend a K3s foot switch

2019-04-16 Thread Ken K6MR
What we call a “foot switch” is a “sustain pedal” in guitar speak (the real market). The standard is a 1/4” plug. Buy an adapter. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Michael Gillen via Elecraft Sent: Tuesday, April 16, 2019 6:05

Re: [Elecraft] Using Elecraft KPA-1500 for 2 radios

2019-03-18 Thread Ken K6MR
I don’t operate there either! Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Tom Georgens Sent: Monday, March 18, 2019 6:01:04 PM To: j...@audiosystemsgroup.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Using Elecraft KPA-1500 for 2

[Elecraft] KPA500 / KAT500 Sold

2019-03-01 Thread Ken K6MR
Both amps and tuner have been sold. Thanks for everyone’s interest. Thanks to the list (and Eric!) for the bandwidth. Ken K6MR From: Ken K6MR Sent: Friday, March 1, 2019 4:58:42 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: KPA500 / KAT500 For Sale The new

[Elecraft] KPA500 / KAT500 For Sale

2019-03-01 Thread Ken K6MR
great, no problems since I’ve had them. Excellent physical condition. Please contact off list for additional info, pictures, etc. Ken K6MR k6mroutlook.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 vs SPE Amps

2019-02-12 Thread Ken K6MR
is no problem. The W6PQL splitter/combiner are the units he makes for his two pallet amplifier kit. So they are being used well below the designed power level. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Bob McGraw K4TAX Sent: Tuesday

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 vs SPE Amps

2019-02-12 Thread Ken K6MR
. This allows a single K3 to drive both amps to full output even on 10 meters. Connect inputs to the splitter, outputs to the combiner using (obviously) equal length coax to main phase relationship. Some assembly required but not rocket science. Ken K6MR From

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 vs SPE Amps

2019-02-12 Thread Ken K6MR
“Actually, I suppose one could drive 2 KPA500's from one K3 and sum the output for a virtual KPA1000.” Yes you can. I have been doing this for the last 3 years. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Fred Jensen Sent: Tuesday

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + SDRPlay's RSP1 as panadaptor

2018-11-08 Thread Ken K6MR
The RTL-SDR has a direct sampling mode that will do HF. $30 is about as cheap as it gets. Not as good as a real P3 but it does work. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Bob McGraw K4TAX Sent: Thursday, November 8, 2018 8:14:30

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 question

2018-09-19 Thread Ken K6MR
Configuration page of the utility, “Initial Power” tab. Uncheck “Power On when DC power applied”. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Allen Bush via Elecraft Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2018 4:46:25 PM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Headphone jack impedance

2018-07-21 Thread Ken K6MR
the desk and the radios don’t make any noise. Suum cuique! Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Grant Youngman Sent: Saturday, July 21, 2018 9:55:11 PM To: kevinr Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Headphone jack

Re: [Elecraft] Headphone jack impedance

2018-07-21 Thread Ken K6MR
Best earbuds bar none: Etymotic. Not cheap. Nothing really good is. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of kevinr Sent: Saturday, July 21, 2018 7:39:31 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Headphone jack impedance I

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500/K3 AUX bus specification

2018-04-29 Thread Ken K6MR
Proprietary. I’ve decoded a couple of messages, but AFAIK there is no publication. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net <elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net> on behalf of ANDY DURBIN <a.dur...@msn.com> Sent: Sunday, April 29, 201

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 memories

2018-04-24 Thread Ken K6MR
Page 15 of the owner’s manual has a table of the segment width vs. frequency. So in answer to your question: “It depends” Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net <elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net> on behalf of Harlan Sherriff via Elecraft <

Re: [Elecraft] KPOD Beep?

2018-03-21 Thread Ken K6MR
The beeps are not very loud, and fairly high pitched. I don’t bother shutting them off because I never operate on a speaker and don’t notice them. But if your high frequency hearing is pretty good you might notice the beeps in a quiet room. Ken K6MR From: Kenneth Moorman<mailto:n...@cox.

Re: [Elecraft] KPOD Beep?

2018-03-21 Thread Ken K6MR
Hold F1 during power up. It will revert to beeping at the next power up so you need to do this each time it is power cycled. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net <elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net> on behalf of Jim Miller <j...@jtm

Re: [Elecraft] VFO TRACKING

2018-02-28 Thread Ken K6MR
Config -> VFO LNK and set to OFF. This is a by band setting so be sure you are on 20 before changing. Ken K6MR From: Bob Gibson via Elecraft Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2018 11:42 To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] VFO TRACKING I have looked in both manuals to find out

Re: [Elecraft] Advice needed: Remote Station Enhancement

2018-02-25 Thread Ken K6MR
you need their high side driver board also. Ken K6MR From: Jack Brindle Sent: Sunday, February 25, 2018 14:42 To: Reflector Elecraft Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Advice needed: Remote Station Enhancement Interesting idea, but I would talk to N6TV before going too far down this path. The reason

[Elecraft] K3/P3 RIT / XIT macro oddities (kinda long)

2018-02-12 Thread Ken K6MR
(rather than absolute commands like RT and XT) which requires knowing the current state of the function. K3 fw 5.62, P3 FW 1.60 Ken K6MR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] LCD "+" Icon on in CW Mode

2018-02-10 Thread Ken K6MR
You have super hi speed QRQ turned on. Go to Config->CW QRQ and set it to off. Ken K6MR On 10-Feb-18 11:58:03, "Ken Widelitz" <kwidel...@gmail.com> wrote: The "+" icon is on in the Mode portion of the LCD window in CW mode on one of my K3s. It is off in

Re: [Elecraft] Different SWRs on K3 and External Meter

2018-02-06 Thread Ken K6MR
The dummy load needs to be connected to the XVTR OUT jack, not the main antenna connector. The tuner path has nothing to do with it. See K3 manual around page 53 or so. Ken K6MR On 05-Feb-18 20:59:03, "John Woodard" <john.l.wood...@gmail.com> wrote: On Sun, Feb 4, 20

Re: [Elecraft] Menu item

2018-02-01 Thread Ken K6MR
/A for your radio. Ken K6MR On 01-Feb-18 20:36:25, "Andy Faber via Elecraft" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: My K3 came back from being upgraded and seems to have a new menu item, called ATTEN, with "10db" displayed. When I turn the big knob, it stays at that value and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 linking VFO A and B

2018-01-23 Thread Ken K6MR
e few use the VFO linking function. Those who do use VFO linking can still turn it on by setting CONFIG:VFO LNK to ON. This menu entry can be assigned to a programmable function switch for easy selection if desired, eliminating the need to bring up the menu. Ken K6MR On 23-Jan-18 18:01:2

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Manual?

2017-11-29 Thread Ken K6MR
Just set the SWR thresholds so that it automatically goes into bypass below whatever mismatch you consider good enough. Ken K6MR -- Original Message -- From: "j...@kk9a.com" <j...@kk9a.com> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 29-Nov-17 09:25:43 Subject: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 actual radiated power during tuning

2017-11-06 Thread Ken K6MR
. Ken K6MR From: E T <etks...@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, November 6, 2017 5:28:16 PM To: Ken K6MR Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 actual radiated power during tuning I know the training process, have done it many times on all my

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 actual radiated power during tuning

2017-11-06 Thread Ken K6MR
and switch values without any rf at all. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net <elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net> on behalf of E T <etks...@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, November 6, 2017 4:52:17 PM To: Fred Jensen Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] K3 filters sold

2017-10-31 Thread Ken K6MR
Thanks for the responses (and to Eric and Wayne for the bandwidth). Ken K6MR From: Ken K6MR <k...@outlook.com> Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 5:16:38 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: K3 filters available I have some K3 filters I don’t nee

Re: [Elecraft] K3 filters available

2017-10-30 Thread Ken K6MR
2.1K is sold. (Tnx Terry N7BDL) Ken K6MR From: Ken K6MR<mailto:k...@outlook.com> Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 17:17 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] K3 filters available I have some K3 filters I don’t need: (2) of the KFL3A-200

[Elecraft] K3 filters available

2017-10-30 Thread Ken K6MR
I have some K3 filters I don’t need: (2) of the KFL3A-200 Fc = -0.98 and -0.94 (1) of the KFL3A-2.1K $75 each shipped CONUS. Paypal preferred. Ken K6MR k6mr -at- outlook.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Looking for adaptor

2017-09-14 Thread Ken K6MR
Max-Gain Systems has 1.125” and 1.75” models if one of those would work. Ken K6MR From: Martin<mailto:dm...@t-online.de> Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2017 09:12 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] OT: Looking for adaptor Elecrafter

Re: [Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching

2017-09-12 Thread Ken K6MR
Green Heron Engineering is one possibility. Ken K6MR From: Gary Smith<mailto:g...@ka1j.com> Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 16:31 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching Question: Is there a remote coax swi

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

2017-09-04 Thread Ken K6MR
Yes, but those electrons are really tired after all the work they did and need to go home to rest and regenerate…. Ken K6MR From: Fred Jensen<mailto:k6...@foothill.net> Sent: Monday, September 4, 2017 11:05 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: R

Re: [Elecraft] Power source for KAT500

2017-08-23 Thread Ken K6MR
Assuming it is in the vicinity of the K3, use the station power supply. If it’s somewhere else, just about any wall wart will work. Spec is 200 mA typ., 1.0A max. Ken K6MR From: Sid Frissell<mailto:sidfriss...@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 20:46 To: Elecraft@mailman.q

Re: [Elecraft] Eclipse logistics and em-comm nets?

2017-08-17 Thread Ken K6MR
Southern/Central California to the eclipse area. http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist2/travelmap.htmShould make for interesting viewing this weekend. Click on the red dots to view the camera at the site. I for one plan to stay well clear of I-5 this weekend… Ken K6MR From: Bill Fenech<mailto:w

Re: [Elecraft] pre- distortion on k3???

2017-08-04 Thread Ken K6MR
Probably have to wait for the K4… Ken K6MR From: bill steffey<mailto:n...@arrl.net> Sent: Friday, August 4, 2017 17:13 To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] pre- distortion on k3??? Now that we will have a tx sample out on the back of

Re: [Elecraft] Query, KPA500 Remote Opns

2017-07-28 Thread Ken K6MR
Yes. Use the Elecraft KPA500 remote software http://www.elecraft.com/k2_remote.htm#k3remote You can run it client/server if you have a PC on the remote end or use a serial or USB server. Ken K6MR From: k...@gmx.com<mailto:k...@gmx.com> Sent: Friday, July 28, 2017 10:50 To: el

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Soundcard levels

2017-07-16 Thread Ken K6MR
level should be. Ken K6MR From: Jim N7US<mailto:j...@n7us.net> Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2017 10:55 To: Elecraft Reflector<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] [K3S] Soundcard levels The Windows recording and playback levels of the soundcard in my K3S seem to both be ve

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display is Dated...

2017-05-30 Thread Ken K6MR
an interface that let you move the controls around on the screen. Pretty much build any front panel layout you wanted. Ken K6MR From: K9ZTV<mailto:k9...@socket.net> Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2017 5:25 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display is Dated...

2017-05-30 Thread Ken K6MR
info the better. I don’t do assisted (no distracting band map) and my favorite contests are Sprints. Just pure radio with a little technology to record the results. Getting a bit OT here so I better quit before Eric finds out…. Ken K6MR From: Buddy Brannan<mailto:bu...@brannan.name> Sent: T

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display is Dated...

2017-05-30 Thread Ken K6MR
and click. This is radio, not a video game. And now back to your regular conversation…. ;^) Ken K6MR From: Phil Hystad<mailto:phys...@mac.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2017 3:18 PM To: Thom<mailto:k...@ki8w.com> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject:

Re: [Elecraft] kxusb question

2017-05-07 Thread Ken K6MR
Uh, No. CI-V is a CSMA-CD type of system, with station addressing. RS-232 is nothing like it. You can’t just put RxD and TxD on the same wire. Data format is way different. Ken K6MR From: Nr4c<mailto:n...@widomaker.com> Sent: Sunday, May 7, 2017 10:56 AM To: barry whittemore<m

Re: [Elecraft] Should we expect something new in Dayton?

2017-05-05 Thread Ken K6MR
I believe the most important item to note is the “TX SAMPLE” jack on the rear panel. That has SDR written all over it. Ken K6MR From: Kevin Stover, AC0H<mailto:ksto...@ac0h.net> Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 3:26 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net>

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

2017-05-05 Thread Ken K6MR
My “Aux” cable is about 25 feet long. It’s just a CAT5 cable wired appropriately. Works fine. Ken K6MR From: Harry Yingst via Elecraft<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 9:38 AM To: Michael Walker<mailto:va...@portcredit.net> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

2017-05-04 Thread Ken K6MR
. Ken K6MR From: Harry Yingst via Elecraft<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Thursday, May 4, 2017 8:02 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500? More and more I'm considering remoting my KPA500 out of

Re: [Elecraft] K3 P3 and KAT500

2017-04-29 Thread Ken K6MR
Turn off the VFO lock. Hold the rate/lock button. Ken K6MR From: KG7FYI<mailto:stan...@surcp.org> Sent: Saturday, April 29, 2017 11:04 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 P3 and KAT500 Thanks Matt. Nope all bands are set to In.

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft web site down?

2017-04-28 Thread Ken K6MR
It’s just you: http://www.isup.me/elecraft.com It's just you. http://elecraft.com<http://elecraft.com/> is up. Ken K6MR From: Ian Kahn<mailto:km4ik@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 28, 2017 7:06 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [

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