Re: [Elecraft] Drive Control - K3 and FPA-1500

2022-11-07 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
When you change bands and key the K3/KPA1500 do you see a spike in power and then the power out settles down and is fine till you switch bands? Then you have a spike in power on the initial keying? Just wondering N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 7, 2022, at 7:54 AM, Kent Trimble wr

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 replacement devices

2022-11-01 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
What are the current part vs. the original part number in the 1500? N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2022, at 6:23 PM, M Cresap via Elecraft > wrote: > >  Hi Hal > I see the Rds difference. Wouldn't the higher Rds be compensated by the > better Rth (therm

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 500

2022-03-23 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
Ken You got me thinking. With my pair of K3’s and KPA500 and 1500 I can’t remember the last time I used a rig or amp to select a band. I usually use a logging or contesting program to click on a callout or type in a freq. N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 23, 2022, at 5:00 PM, Ken K

Re: [Elecraft] K3 strange overshoot

2022-02-23 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
Thanks Steve Tony Sent from my iPad > On Feb 22, 2022, at 8:19 PM, Steve Hall <99sun...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Tony, > For full output, my KPA1500 requires 27 to 30 Watts depending on the band. > I have not observed any overshoot on either my K3s or K4D. > Steve, WM6P >

Re: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement

2019-01-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
earpad covers. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: N2TK, Tony Sent: Friday, January 11, 2019 2:08 PM To: 'Bob McGraw K4TAX' ; 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement I had bought ear pad replacement covers for KOSS UR20, UR30 and SB40 that fit the CM

Re: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement

2019-01-11 Thread N2TK, Tony
I had bought ear pad replacement covers for KOSS UR20, UR30 and SB40 that fit the CM-500 fine. I think they were $9 for a pair. It didn't take long to replace. It is a little pain getting the three screws lined up to assemble. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] KPA100 failure

2019-01-06 Thread N2TK, Tony
Don, You are correct about Schottky diodes such as the 1N5711. Don't just trust using an ohmmeter. They are not typical PN bipolar devices like diodes such as the 1N5811. We actually do some tests as if they are a FET. They are so cheap, that if you suspect an issue, just replace them. 73, N2TK

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly

2018-12-06 Thread N2TK, Tony
To: N2TK, Tony Cc: Ed G ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly Ed I’ve had power drop-outs two or three times. Haven’t had the KPA-1500 or the power supply turn on after any of them. Could you have caught a surge? Ron Genovesi N3ETA

Re: [Elecraft] Flumoxed

2018-12-05 Thread N2TK, Tony
showed a high resistance. The shield of the other feedlines were providing the return path. So, nice SWR but not a very efficient antenna. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Monday, December 03, 2018 10:07 AM

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly

2018-12-05 Thread N2TK, Tony
Yes, once. I haeven't lost power since so no idea if it wil happen again. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Ed G Sent: Monday, December 03, 2018 9:29 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly

[Elecraft] P3 - TX Monitor

2018-09-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
. The P3 screen shows the Modulation Scale, SWR meter scale and also the digital PEP and SWR meters. But when I transmit none of the power meters on the P3 show anything. I am getting power out on the LP-100. Any ideas on what I could be missing? 73, N2TK, Tony

Re: [Elecraft] New KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-08-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
It’s working well here with Win 10 Tnx Eric N2TK, Tony From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft [mailto:e...@elecraft.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2018 7:26 PM To: N2TK, Tony ; 'Ed G' ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] New KPA1500 Remote Program We do not see any virus

Re: [Elecraft] New KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-08-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
Is there any word on the KPA1500 remote program? Still using the Utility program here for remote control. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ed G Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2018 4:52 PM To: elecraft

[Elecraft] KPA1500 - adding fans

2018-08-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
be a noticeable difference with adding fans. Time to move the amp back to the basement. I never hear my amps ☺ 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Breakers for KPA1500?

2018-07-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
that is necessary for a dedicated outlet for the amp. 2 wires plus ground is quite sufficient. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2018 9:54 AM To: N2TK, Tony ; j...@audiosystemsgroup.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject

Re: [Elecraft] Breakers for KPA1500?

2018-07-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
I do not understand the need for three wires plus ground. For a clothes dryer outlet a neutral is required to get 110VAC from one of the phases to the neutral. But for amps you only need both phases and a ground. The plugs are three wire, not four. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
Les, Good advice to check with Elecraft. I believe there are 4 parallel wires for 12V+ and 4 parallel wires for 12V- in the cable. I think most if not all of the 15 pins are used. I believe there is a 12V, 3A supply in the PS box for the RF deck. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise - YouTube ?

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
devices gets derated based on junction temp. As an example an LDMOS may have an MTTF of 1M hours at 150C and 70K hours at 225C junction temp. JANS space transistors are burned in at 220C and tested up to 125C case temp. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise - YouTube ?

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
are the same length maybe you can make a phased array? I don't miss being entertained by the rattlers and Javelinas on the golf course in Tucson. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wes Stewart Sent

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Fan Noise Video posted

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
There had been some talk about adding a pair of slow running fans on top of the amp over the vent holes to help suck out the air. Any comparisons done if the main fans run at a lower speed? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] More on KPA1500 lcd

2018-05-31 Thread N2TK, Tony
Do you also see the weird stuff on the KPA1500 Utility program on the "operate" tab? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Carl Yaffey Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2018 11:47 AM To: K9MA Cc

Re: [Elecraft] 2nd Report

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
The operator. All is well 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Baldock Sent: Monday, May 28, 2018 11:04 AM To: Bill Stravinsky ; Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 2nd Report What

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
program comes out. I will be able to work around that limitation for now. 73, N2TK, Tony From: N2TK, Tony [mailto:tony@verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2018 7:07 AM To: 'Rick Tavan' Cc: 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program Hi Rick, Tnx

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan noise concern

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
is available I would think it would work as well as the KPA500 Remote program to control the amp. I can't think of a reason to have additional hardware in the shack. I am in the process of removing more of the manual controls to the basement. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Rick, Tnx for the info. I will check that out to get me going till KPA1500 Remote is available. 73, N2TK, Tony From: rta...@gmail.com [mailto:rta...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Rick Tavan Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2018 1:58 AM To: N2TK, Tony Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft

[Elecraft] KPA1500 remote program

2018-05-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
Any word on the Remote Program for the KPA1500? The KPA500 Remote Program works fine and allowed me to move the amp to the basement. I want to do likewise with the KPA1500. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Fred, That is exactly what happens when I plug in or remove the USB cable. Narrowed down the problem to the KIO3B Main Board. Ordered a replacement board. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-05-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
Any word on the KPA1500 Remote Program? Once the program is available I can move the KPA1500 alongside my KPA500 on a shelf in the basement. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-24 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hmmm. On the one rig USB and RS232 works fine. On the other rig RS232 works but not USB. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: N2TK, Tony [mailto:tony@verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2018 7:04 PM To: 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net' <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: RE: [Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-24 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tried swapping the KIO3B Main Board. Something on the board broke. Guess I need to order another board. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of N2TK, Tony Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2018 6:49 PM To: elecraft

[Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-24 Thread N2TK, Tony
h rigs is the Powerpole and USB cable. I am using the same USB cable to go between both rigs. In Win 10 >Device Manager > Universal serial bus controller, I see added "Generic USB Hub" when I plug in the USB cable. What could I be missing or check? Tnx for an

Re: [Elecraft] K4

2018-05-18 Thread N2TK, Tony
And better NR like Icom N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On May 18, 2018, at 7:38 PM, Richard Lamont <rich...@lamont.me.uk> wrote: > >> On 19/05/18 00:15, k...@roadrunner.com wrote: >> >> What features would your K4 have? > > Compared to the K3S: >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - FT8

2018-05-07 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Fred. Tony From: Cady, Fred [mailto:fc...@montana.edu] Sent: Monday, May 07, 2018 6:54 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net>; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - FT8 File -> Settings and then you will see General. Cheers, Fred KE7X

[Elecraft] K3 - FT8

2018-05-07 Thread N2TK, Tony
upgraded also with USB. Can someone point me to the correct direction to get my K3 setup? Also, I understand I need a way to keep better time for my K3. What's the recommended software to do that? Tnx for any feedback 73, N2TK, Tony

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Protecting Toroidal Cores

2018-05-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
in a 4 x 4 plastic sealed box. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Charlie T Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2018 7:36 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: Protecting Toroidal Cores

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Utility Setup

2018-04-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
That was it. The firewall settings blocked it. Tnx for all the input. It is now installed and working. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Bill Johnson [mailto:k9...@live.com] Sent: Sunday, April 29, 2018 6:28 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net>; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net S

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Utility Setup

2018-04-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
Did I miss something in the archives? Tnx N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by

Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables

2018-04-05 Thread N2TK, Tony
Thx Bob N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 4, 2018, at 10:17 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcg...@blomand.net> wrote: > > Tony: > > Only need one USB cable between the radio and computer. Audio TO/FROM and > CAT commands are handled over one cable. Works great

Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables

2018-04-03 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Don for the info. N2tK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2018 3:10 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net>; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables Tony, You might want

[Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables

2018-04-03 Thread N2TK, Tony
need the LINE cables? Want to check to makes sure I am not missing something. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 powers off when after several minutes of 12W carrier

2018-03-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
Anything special about the thermal pads they recommend or the placement of the pads? Is there anything on the Elecraft site I missed on this? Tnx N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Brian Hunt Sent

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

2018-03-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
Mark, Does IPC-610 also cover automotive products? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Goldberg Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2018 6:20 PM To: Elecraft Mailing List <Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> S

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

2018-03-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
ave a very short lifetime (hours to a couple months) usually don't worry about whiskers or radiation issues, so far. It is amazing how long a pound of good SnPb solder will last. It is a good investment. Sorry for all the bandwidth and straying. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: James

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

2018-03-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
and make a nice flowing shiny solder connection. By the way, military space solder is not RoHS compliant. There will be lead in the solder. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Renwick Sent

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Jim, Based on the input here and the results I am getting I don't think it is wise to spend more time with the headset. Tnx for the input. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent: Tuesday

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Joe, Tnx for the input. I made the changes to the transmit equalizer. But still the CM-500 sounds better. Thank goodness the SB-40 is cheap enough to put to the side. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Dave, Tnx for the input. The SB-40 looks and feels like the CM-500 but it doesn't play like it. The CM-500 sounds better in the monitor and gives better (more piercing ) audio reports. Going to get the SB-45 to try. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Don, Tnx for input. No noise in shack. The noise gate did not make any difference. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 7:32 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net>; 'Elecraft Reflector' <

[Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
gain and Vox gain quite a bit higher than the Yamaha to get similar output for both mikes. I do have a somewhat bassier voice. My transmit equalizer is -16 -16 -7 0 0 +4 +10 0 Any thoughts or comments? Thanks N2TK, Tony

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
Rick, Good input on the RIT/XIT/CLR info. I may have had the XIT on as I find in large pileups it pays to be offset a little. I will check that to see if it had an impact on going SPLIT when I selected a call in the N1MM+ Bandmap. 73, N2TK, Tony From: rta...@gmail.com [mailto:rta

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Ralph, That is interesting. I had assumed the listed calls were transceiver. But I would sometimes have 3-5 in a row from the bandmap that went into split mode. Will pay more attention to it in ARRL SSB 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
there. Yes, I had tried the example below and I go the same result. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Ted Bryant [mailto:w...@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 3:54 PM To: 'N2TK, Tony' <tony@verizon.net>; 'Elecraft Reflector' <Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: R

[Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
. The N1MM+ folks say they have not heard of such an issue. Tnx for any feedback N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Y-Adapter for K3S ACC - KPAK3AUX - KPA-1500

2018-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
. I don’t have to go to the basement to do anything. Guess I can use a Y-cable with a second KPAK3AUX with both amps in parallel instead of the Y-Box. 73, N2TK, Tony From: rawil...@gmail.com [mailto:rawil...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Bob Wilson, N6TV Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 3:48 PM

Re: [Elecraft] Y-Adapter for K3S ACC - KPAK3AUX - KPA-1500

2018-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
What about if you have the earlier Y-Box and have a KPA500 on it already? How do you add the KPA1500? Tnx N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Wilson, N6TV Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 2:50 PM

Re: [Elecraft] Walwarts - linear supplies

2017-11-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Jim, Good tip. I want to try that with some of my old walwarts N2tK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent: Monday, November 20, 2017 4:42 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft

[Elecraft] Walwarts - linear supplies

2017-11-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
I believe recently there was talk about noise from walwarts. Jameco Reliapro offers a line of linear regulated walwarts. They are reasonable in price and so far noise free. They range from 2-24VDC with .2-1A output. N2TK, Tony

Re: [Elecraft] Lightening damage

2017-11-07 Thread N2TK, Tony
arrestors. When the MOV's took a hit they would short and take out the driver IC's in the SteppIR controller. I do have a ground position for the cable coming into the shack for the SteppIR controller. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KLPA3A power transistor thermal stress concerns

2017-10-27 Thread N2TK, Tony
50C is not hot for a transistor. Commercial transistors are usually speced to 85C. JANS (space) transistors are speced to 125C and actually baked without bias for 320 hours at 200C. The hFE is measured before and after to check for change. 73 N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPad > On Oct 24, 2

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Whole House Generator

2017-09-07 Thread N2TK, Tony
tergy". Let us know how you make out 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Hensley Sent: Thursday, September 07, 2017 4:16 PM To: Elecraft List <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Ele

Re: [Elecraft] Signing QRP

2017-07-27 Thread N2TK, Tony
Maybe it has been changed, but I remember reading a number of years ago something in part 97 about for stateside functions you can pretty much put what you want before and/or after the call. Brain is getting a little fuzzy when you get this old, so maybe I dreamed it? :-) 73, W2/N2TK/N2

Re: [Elecraft] Signing "/QRP"

2017-07-27 Thread N2TK, Tony
as to what they are trying to accomplish. That is cool. I am just saying, try to help so the QSO is valid and you are in the log. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Wedne

[Elecraft] FW: Elecraft Equipment chat group

2017-05-01 Thread N2TK, Tony
Nope, not interested in a new forum. I agree some topics stretch the interest quite a bit for an Elecraft subject. But many times I learn something. And If I have no interest or get bored with a subject I just use the Delete key. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Linear thoughts

2017-03-18 Thread N2TK, Tony
back on power. - 1500W key down for digital on 160-6M - Separate or combined amp/PS depends on size and weight. - Amp/tuner tracks K3 receive for pre-tuning. - some form of pre-distortion control to keep the amp clean at full output. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] list submission, using ham radio deluxe and logic with k3 and a laptop with only com3

2017-03-03 Thread N2TK, Tony
[mailto:m.matthew.geo...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2017 8:38 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net> Cc: Elecraft Reflector <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] list submission, using ham radio deluxe and logic with k3 and a laptop with only com3 Hi Tony, first of

Re: [Elecraft] list submission, using ham radio deluxe and logic with k3 and a laptop with only com3

2017-03-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
and be seamless. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of M. George Sent: Wednesday, March 01, 2017 8:36 PM Cc: Elecraft Reflector <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] list submission, using ham radio deluxe and logic w

Re: [Elecraft] Vacuum Relays and 30 WPM QSK

2017-02-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
are burnt from hot switching. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 11:28 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Vacuum Relays and 30 WPM QSK On Sun,2/26/2017 3:04 PM, Guy

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Receiver mush

2017-02-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
three can keep running. Will give it a go again next weekend at KP2M with K3 #311. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ed Muns Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 7:14 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading software

2017-01-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
not have been the issue. But who knows. Back in business. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Nr4c [mailto:n...@widomaker.com] Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2017 8:03 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upg

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading software

2017-01-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
Bob, I don't think that was it as I had not upgraded the K3's for a while. No idea why it happened, but all is better now. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob N3MNT Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2017 4:03 PM

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading software

2017-01-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Lyle, I am back in business by turning off the port and turning the port back on in the K3 Utility. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Lyle Johnson Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2017 2:25 PM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading software

2017-01-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
supply? Down in the Caribbean periodically we have to take apart the Astron linear power supplies and clean the contact surface on the two bolts feeding the 12V output. They develop a little bit of resistance that drops the voltage under a load. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading software

2017-01-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
oad. But all is fine again. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2017 1:55 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net>; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading softwar

[Elecraft] K3 - stuck at MCU LD we upgrading software

2017-01-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
have to do a complete reset that will cause a loss of my settings. Tnx for any advice N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailt

Re: [Elecraft] Please do a KPA1500

2016-12-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
the KPA500 and the Acom. The only real advantage to me switching from a tube to a solid-state amp would be the timeout thing. During a contest and when a DXpedition is going, then I just leave the Acom on. No big thing letting it sit there idling. 73 and HNY N2TK, Tony -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Eric NO3M Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 2:13 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter We may also be referring to different types of QRN. I have

Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
in Joisey. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Eric NO3M Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 12:01 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter I find the 200Hz filter most useful to knock down

Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
filters that you could hear. From Elecraft feedback It seems the newer filters are better but probably you could not hear the difference. 73, N2TK, Tony From: vk2bj...@gmail.com [mailto:vk2bj...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Barry Simpson Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 4:12 AM To: N2TK, Tony

Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Wayne. Looking for something to add to my Xmas wish list besides a KPOD. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Wayne Burdick [mailto:n...@elecraft.com] Sent: Monday, November 28, 2016 6:43 PM To: N2TK, Tony <tony@verizon.net> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [El

Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Ian, On 80 and 160M this past weekend had the filter bandwidth set at 200HZ most of the time due to the QRN. The NR helped a little. Just trying to find out if worth the money to buy the new 200 HZ filter if I would really know the difference. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message

[Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-28 Thread N2TK, Tony
My understanding is that the new 200 HZ filter is different than the old 200 HZ filter. Is this correct? If so, is the difference even possible to detect on the air? Tnx N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] Cold K3

2016-10-08 Thread N2TK, Tony
commercial parts. Test temp ranges for semiconductors; Commercial - 0C to +70/80C Automotive - -40C to +125C Military - -55C to +125C 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Edward R Cole Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2016 12

Re: [Elecraft] Where is the K3s setup for JT65 info?

2016-08-03 Thread N2TK, Tony
What was it? Please share. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Leonard N0CU Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2016 11:46 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Where is the K3s setup for JT65 info

Re: [Elecraft] EC2 Clone (Was The 1500 watt amp)

2016-08-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
Nice work. Definitely looks better than some of the prototype boxes I have had to make over the years. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wes Stewart Sent: Monday, August 01, 2016 6:26 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] The 1500 watt amp

2016-08-01 Thread N2TK, Tony
Wayne, It is nice you were able to write a couple poems based on your own experience with QRP :-) Do I detect another hobby or stress reliever? 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: Monday, August 01

Re: [Elecraft] The 1500 watt amp

2016-08-01 Thread N2TK, Tony
the Acom. But the Acom was off. While I waited for the Acom to heat up I tried calling the UA0 with 100W. He knew I was calling him but he could not pull out my full call. By the time the Acom cycled ON, the UA0 was down in the noise. Bummer. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From

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

2016-07-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
Actually he is a guy that seems to repeat himself a lot. And it is the same thing over and over. He can be very tiring but at the same time he gives you some relief so you can keep your mouth shut. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

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

2016-07-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
I agree. Once you get the knack of it there is not an issue at high run rates. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rick Prather Sent: Wednesday, July 20, 2016 7:17 PM Cc: Elecraft Discussion List <elecr

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - MMTTY interface for FSK

2016-07-14 Thread N2TK, Tony
pointed out, no way. Back in business. Thanks for the help. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe Subich, W4TV Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2016 11:30 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - MMTTY interface

[Elecraft] K3 - MMTTY interface for FSK

2016-07-14 Thread N2TK, Tony
not transmit. Tried another Com port and made the change in MMTTY but the same result. What could I have inadvertently changed so that the Com 1 Pin 3 to stay at -9V? Tnx for any feedback. N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] K3 - extra boards - K3SYN

2016-06-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
I am assuming there is are no uses or needs for K3SYN boards, correct? I got 4 to heave out. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB

2016-05-16 Thread N2TK, Tony
it back together. See if you swapped the problem. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike Smith VE9AA Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 4:15 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB Just found it. Tony

Re: [Elecraft] Stripping toroid leads

2016-04-06 Thread N2TK, Tony
Is there a recommendation on small solder pots? I don't need one often, but there are times such as stripping several wires and/or tinning wires where it would be nice to just dip the wire into the pot to remove the insulation. I see some online for <$30. Are they any good? 73, N2TK, T

Re: [Elecraft] 10.118.288 dead carrier

2016-02-16 Thread N2TK, Tony
to peak East or Southeast of me. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe K2UF Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2016 2:34 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 10.118.288 dead carrier Yup I see the dips here

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

2016-02-13 Thread N2TK, Tony
ver. Interesting that plugging in a jack in the K3 Line out solves the problem. Tnx for any feedback. Sri about all the recent KIO3B posts. N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: h

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - KIO3B setup

2016-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
Got it working. W3FPR suggested downloading the FTID driver from the Elecraft site. Everything is now working with the USB hookup - LP-Bridge, K3, P3, KPA-500 (remote), SteppIR, DXBase, N1MM, AXETTY, MTTY. Tnx for all the input. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

2016-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
r MISC that the Device Identifiers for RX are 3. For the CODEC it changes to 0. I did not get as far as transmitting yet using the Codec. Any comments, please? N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/li

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

2016-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
Fred, That did it! I had not thought of going into the Mike> Properties > Advanced to select 2 mikes. Thanks for the tip. Audio cables gone. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Cady, Fred [mailto:fc...@montana.edu] Sent: Friday, February 12, 2016 4:47 PM To: 'N2TK, Tony'

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

2016-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
Rich, Thanks for your input. I had to go to the Mike input with the Codec and change to 2 channel. That took care of the issue. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Richard Ferch Sent: Friday, February 12, 2016 4:54 PM

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - KIO3B setup

2016-02-11 Thread N2TK, Tony
th a question mark. Do not see anything added referencing a COM port under "Ports (COM & LPT)" Running Win 7 Pro on a HP Z220 workstation. I also have a USB to 8-port RS232 hub. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:w3...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Th

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