[Elecraft] My K3S Has Issues- Ideas?

Hi Guys,  I've tried the rest and still love my K3S the best!  However, K3S Serial #11797 has developed a serious issue and Elecraft service is back logged 8 weeks so I'd appreciate your thoughts on getting my K3S repaired  ISSUE: When the Power Output is increased over 12 watts the receiver

[Elecraft] FOR SALE- K3: Correction

Regarding the K3 I recently advertised: correction- the radio doesn't have the Antenna Tuner.  I apologize for the mistake, senior moment here.  It does have the optional 200hz CW filter, and optional Hand Mic. The radios in great condition!  Price is $895.  73, Dick- K9OM (r...@aol.com) 

[Elecraft] FOR SALE- K3 w/Antenna Tuner

Selling a real nice K3-100 with Antenna Tuner, 2.7khz SSB filter, 200hz CW filter, and Hand Mic.  Serial #4565 with gold pins.  Always in a smoke free environment. $895 via PayPal.  73, Dick- K9OM  (r...@aol.com)      __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] WANTED: K3 or K3S

Looking to purchase a basic K3 or K3S in good condition without the 2nd receiver.  Thanks & 73, Dick- K9OM  (r...@aol.com)       __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K3S- KPA3 100 Watt Amplifier not working

The 100-watt KPA-3 amplifier on my K3S quit working.  The IPA is working fine with 12 watts output.  Please advise what I can check on the KPA-3 to try and determine the issue.  TNX & 73, Dick- K9OM  (r...@aol.com)    __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3S Receiver Issue on FT8

All of a sudden my K3S isn't receiving FT8 signals that are transmitting on frequencies under 950 khz even though it receives signals fine that are transmitting between 950 to 3,000 khz.  The receiver acts like I have the K3S filter width set to 950 or 1,000 khz but fact is the 2.8 khz crystal

[Elecraft] For Sale: P3 Panadapter and New SP3 Speaker

Selling a P3 Panadapter in nice condition with a matching 2kw Directional Coupler, includes original box for $750.  Also, a brand new never unwrapped SP3 Speaker for $250.  Contact off list at: r...@aol.com 73, Dick- K9OM __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3S- USB problem

Hi Guys,  I've got a USB issue that I'm hoping you can help me resolve: My K3S had been communicating with my Windows 7 64-bit computer fine via a USB connection using virtual Comports 13 & 14.  I then removed the K3S from the computer in order to test a different radio.  Now I have the K3S

[Elecraft] K3 - How to turn the Alert Tones Off?

On my K3 I now have the MON level set all the way down to 1 and the MON level is fine on CW but the Alert tones are very loud and annoying.  Would anyone know how I can turn OFF the Alert tones altogether?  Thanks & 73,  Dick- K9OM __

[Elecraft] K3: How to turn down Beep level?

Hoping someone can advise "how to turn down the Beep level on a K3".  Such as, when I press the Menu button I hear a loud Beep which is annoying so I want to turn the level down.  This is new as the Beep level used to be much lower.  Thanks & 73,  Dick- K9OM  

[Elecraft] KPA-1500: any distortion when operated at Low Power?

Hi Guys,  Wondering if anyone has measured or experienced distortion on a KPA-1500 when operated at low power, such as: 200, 400 or 800 watts?  I ask because sometimes I need more than 100 watts to make a Qso but sometimes it's fun to run the minimum power required to complete the Qso.  That

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 "Fault: Low Gain Ratio 2"

Looks like KPA-1500 #167 needs service.  Anyone know what "FAULT: Low Gain Ratio 2" means?  Perhaps a LDMOS kicked the bucket? 73, Dick- K9OM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 problem

Hi Guys,  My KPA-1500 is having an issue: with the internal ATU tuned "OFF" or in "ByPass" mode, when transmitting the KPA-1500's relays occassionally chatter like a machine gun while transmitting.  It sounds just like the relays do when the ATU is turned "ON" and it's tuning an antenna for

[Elecraft] K3/10 is sick and needs help!

Hi Guys, I received a used K3/10 this week via UPS Ground and it arrived sick.  The radio looks "Like New" even though it's an older unit: Serial 822.  Perhaps the radio has the front panel "tin pin" problem?  I'd appreciate you reviewing the following symptoms and let me know if you have any

[Elecraft] K4 and K3 - Sherwood Report

I agree with Igor, since neither the K4 and K4D have roofing filters their performance probably won't equal that of a K3S with a narrow roofing filter in some contest environments. Therefore, I'm hoping to keep my K3S in operation long-term.  I realize this is a long shot, but after Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3: KTCXO-3 Compatible Elecraft K3 TCXO 1 PPM High Stability Ref. Osc. Compatible

I'm interested in adding a KTCXO-3 to my K3S.  Since Elecraft no longer sells them I'm wondering if anyone has purchased one of the Chinese versions being sold on eBay and if so how it worked?  https://www.ebay.com/itm/182814802678 Tnx & 73, Dick- K9OM 

[Elecraft] K4 Receive Filter question

I believe there are no crystal Roofing Filters in the standard K4 model.  Yet the manual talks about "one set of receive filters".  Please advise the type and bandwidth of these filters?  (DSP?) From the K4 Manual:  There are three models: the basic K4, with one set of receive filters and one

[Elecraft] K3- Replacement 12-Volt Power Cable

Hi Guys, Please advise what options I have for purchasing replacement 12-Volt power supply cables for the K3 with the power connector already attached.  Do groups like DX Engineering and HRO sell them?  Also, does the K3 use Anderson Powerpole connectors or Powerwerx connectors, or are they

[Elecraft] K3 Receiver frequency adjustment

Hi Guys, My K3 receiver is a little off frequency compared to the frequency stations are spotted at.  I realize that Packet Spots aren't always posted on frequency, but after viewing thousands of Spots which were posted by dozens of different sources, on average the actual frequency the

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 efficiency with a Low-Power Setting

I would like to see the KPA-1500 have a "Medium Power" setting with optimized bias for that power level so the amp could be operated at 750-watts output and good efficiency.  While the KPA-1500 can operate FT and RTTY contests at 1,500 watts, I believe the amp operated at 750-watts with an

[Elecraft] K3- Wanted: KTCX03-1 High Stability Reference Oscillator for a K3

If you have a KTCX03-1 High Stability Reference Oscillator that you would part with, please advise the price shipped to Edgewater, FL 32141. Thanks & 73!Dick Van Zandt- K9OM __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K4 nearby signal blocking performance

I'd be very sad if the K4 doesn't meet the close in signal performance of a K3S with a roofing filter.  And even more sad if the K4HD doesn't meet the close in performance of a FTDX101D which is less money. 73, K9OM In a message dated 10/31/2019 11:45:00 PM Central Standard Time,

[Elecraft] K3-New Feature request

I really like the idea of adding the capability to the K3 that allows us to adjust the left and right channel volume.  Not only do some of us hear better out of one ear, but I've noticed that headphones and speakers don't always have equal output on the left and right channel.  This left and

[Elecraft] K3- To zero beat or not to zero beat

I have noticed the same problem on both my K3 and K3S.  I would think the spots and the K3/K3S frequencies would be the same a lot more often than they are. 73,Dick- K9OM In a message dated 2/21/2019 7:09:19 PM Eastern Standard Time, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net writes: Message: 18Date:

[Elecraft] K3: trade 1.8khz filter for a 2.1khz filter

I have a 1.8khz SSB filter in excellent condition that I'd like to trade for a 2.1khz filter.  Would anyone like to trade? 73, Dick- k9omr...@aol.com   __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft