Shutting down, as in power down? Or cutting output (bad SWR)?
Check to make SURE that the K3 tuner is not online. You do not want to
cascade tuners (might be why it needs service?).
Check that you test into a dummy load, instead of the tuner/antenna.
THAT is your baseline.
If it still
Asked, answered (no, there isn't a more robust device); it's up to the
station owner/designer to protect the station, not a manufacturer.
Let's move on please.
Rick nk7i
On 5/5/2024 10:42 AM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote:
hello
To finish with this topic, I was just wondering if a device that
For such documents that I (might) need when not at the computer, I use
Dropbox. That way it's in several places at once, including on my phone
(which is always with me).
It's free, up to small storage limits, adequate for that task. If I need
to share something, I send the link (which if a
Eugene,
The KAT500 will work with almost any radio made in the last 40 years (or
somewhat older), presuming the rig has I/O data available. If it doesn't
read the band data from the radio ( on it's ACC port), there are still
plenty of ways to allow it to do what it needs to do. The utility
Satin, crinkle black... Or flat two tone green a la Heathkit.
Rick nk7i
On 9/16/2023 8:00 AM, Mike Morrow wrote:
How long before you painted it flat black? :-)
Mike / KK5F
-Original Message-
From: Wayne Burdick
Sent: Sep 15, 2023 7:33 PM
I was 8 years old. My dad had bought me a
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make SURE that you do not allow OS sounds at ALL,
since you're using the internal sound card.
There are MANY that already send beeps, tones, phone audio and more on
the bands because they didn't get a sound card for the radio/s.
(They're CHEAP, just get one that is known
13 seconds of transmit, 17 seconds of receive = 43% duty cycle.
I use (rarely) less than 100 watts, all the way up to band legal limit.
With a K3, don't worry about it. IF the cooling become inadequate due
to local environment, it'll reduce output to protect itself.
73,
Rick nk7i
On
Running exactly at 5.0 watts or 50 watts setting CAN cause a change in
the TX GAIN setting on a K3(s). That is the setting that can trigger
the calibration algorithm; which if not connected to a dummy load, can
be 'wrong' (causing problems).
The K4 has a menu item to en/disable changes in
Here is one place (QTH.net is not the only Elecraft list):
https://groups.io/g/Elecraft-K3/message/37177?p=%2C%2C%2C20%2C0%2C0%2C0%3A%3Acreated%2C0%2Ctx+gain%2C20%2C2%2C0%2C92585600
73,
Rick nk7i
On 1/24/2023 9:31 AM, Lee Hiers wrote:
Searching what? The only archives I see are listed by
Too high at THEIR location.
Power company feeds, vary (not a lot but their load changes, they adjust).
House wiring varies and other devices on that circuit can cause other
variations too. Older homes (1950's and older) often have less capacity
than newer homes (didn't need it then). Today
It is, here. The device being commented on, should be part of the
header when a thread is started so folks can read it or skip it.
But it's MUCH nicer to have separate groups for each item. One may not
have a KX2, KAT500 or other Elecraft device and the often numerous and
ponderously long
Or making amends...
May be an image of 4 people, people standing and text that says 'Flex
6700 FlexRadio FlexRadio'
73,
Rick NK7I
On 6/27/2022 10:23 AM, Stephen Craven wrote:
Good time, now for sight seeing !!
Steve N9SC
__
Or leave everything as it was made, with no adapter, no modification;
put a battery into the base of the MC-60A, turn the mic pre-amp on (in)
and set the K3/K4 as needed with no bias.
The battery lasts for years; it's fast and simple to set up the radio or
replace a battery. And you never
I use a major company (Visa/AmEx/MC) credit card as my PayPal go to
'bank' for the PayPal account.
That way I get the ease and means to buy with PayPal (and not go get my
wallet to dig out the card) when other means are not available (or
shuffle funds to individuals as needed). PayPal
One simple question (with no implied or stated answer):
What would make a K3 a poor choice now, compared to other (used) brands?
It still works better than many (most) other brands, the only real risks
are lack of parts when repairs are needed, as with any other brand and
no more updates
It does. But you HAVE to remember to send a dit on each band change so
the amp knows where you are.
73,
Rick NK7I
On 4/1/2022 8:46 AM, Frank Scolaro wrote:
Jim,.
I use the "1A2R" (one amp tw0 radios) from 4O4A. I have two rigs share my KPA1500. However, if the rigs are on different
As I recall, when I got one of the first KPA500 kits available, it was
also important to note the HV under load... I'd have to dig through
ancient notes to see what the allowed window should be... or it may be
in the manual.
That points to the usable power of the house supply circuit; more so
Let's start with the basic facts.
Rig --> amp --> KAT500 --> antenna/s (with the tuner blocking the amp
key in while tuning).
1) The KAT500 was working successfully 'for years' without issue.
2) There was a sudden change in operation.
This doesn't necessarily mean it was the tuner; it more
Which antenna port on the KPA1500 are you using? Port 2 is disconnected
at power off.
That's one small nit with the amp, the antenna switch and tuner are on
the same power source as the amp; all or nothing. It takes getting used
to, after being familiar with the KPA500/KAT500 combo.
73,
The KAT3, KAT500, KPA1500 tuners, all have the same feature. I have all
three.
If you want a finer (lower SWR) value, within a few seconds of the first
tuning cycle stopping, start the sequence a second time and the tuner
will cycle through ALL possible settings to attempt a lower match. It
The KAT3 performs well at 10 watts, lower output levels may not get
consistent results.
Ditto the KAT500 and KPA1500 tuners.
73,
Rick NK7I
On 12/4/2021 8:58 AM, Dave wrote:
Hi Tom,
In your initial post, you failed to state the power level of your
failed autotune event.
Hence why my
On phone or CW, it's a dog fight and power (and antenna gain) often
reigns supreme. That's the reality. Get heard, get worked, get out.
The JT modes bring something new to the playing field; making it more
'level'.
For many, it's not about the distance or miles/km per watt. That is
No!
Rent a station is NOT ham radio. Argue all you want; but ham radio is
about RADIO, even if it's just owning and using an HT because that's all
you can manage.
You may as well log cell or Skype phone calls or EchoLink contacts (or
IRLP, DMR, DStar etc) as use remote stations that are
Regardless of radio, my go to is the black Motorola mobile speakers (~5"
square, with mounts). Already shaped for communications audio (chopped
lows, peaked mids and some highs) by design, they sound awesome on the
K3 *once you find a matching output pair* (they can vary in output by
several
I may have missed or forgotten it; but does the computer portion of the
K4 (the network chip specifically) allow for BlueTooth audio from the RF
portion so one could use a BT headset (hearing aids)?
I have a BT headset with a (no boom) mic used on a iPhone that would be
awesome to retask for
If it's insisted to use the OS sound card; one should make sure that the
audio driver (slightly harder to access in Win 10) does not allow local
microphone (web cam or often built into a laptop) to be accessed EVER
(by disabling it AND reducing the level to zero), lest it find a path
into the
You're making fun of care and caution?
Mistakes will happen (forgetting to turn VOX off when done with the QSO;
bumping the key, the snoring cat laying on the microphone switch) but
that is not the same level of mistake as transmitting ambient noise,
operating system sounds (of any type) or
I disagree, most users are not adept at the trivia in the drivers, so
the chances of errant audio (monitor the microphone locally check mark)
increases the risk of transmitting 'garbage'.
The user also loses the benefits provided by the OS sounds (as said in
another email here on the list).
ather
err on the side of caution. Turning off the OS sounds is not a complete
solution.
Using a sound card, specific and limited to the radio use, is a vast
improvement over using the OS sounds device to maintain legality.
73,
Rick NK7I
On 1/1/2021 10:04 AM, Phil Kane wrote:
On 1/1/2021 8:56 AM,
I don't have an answer, I have no test gear that would even allow a look
(other than another radio). But I'm curious how you're measuring and
observing (not doubting) these results.
Except for the reports seen on the air to validate your observations; if
the radio change barely affects the
Precisely why (since MS can foul up audio settings routinely on any
random update) it's a bad idea. Leaving one small check mark in a lower
level driver setting (looping/routing audio) that leaves a mic hot is
but one example. There are too many ways to make an error. Using the
computer
A generically 'bad' idea and is the reason that voice, operating system
sounds (all illegal) and poor audio are often in the digital portions of
the bands.
HNY!
Rick NK7I
On 1/1/2021 8:50 AM, Wes wrote:
You don't need a sound card beyond the one in your computer.
For getting started, there is nothing 'wrong' about the SignaLink USB
but there are better devices out there (less noise, better sensitivity,
flatter response). There are also many mods for it to make improvements.
So for now, use what you have and when it you can (as with anything
station),
You can put (either) the KPA or the K3 on the KAT500, it can take the
weight. When I used that combo, the amp sat on the tuner, no issues.
However, it's in your better interest to allow nothing atop the K3 AND
the KPA to optimize cooling.
If you MUST stack them, shim (along the side edges)
Not just the levels but the right input source on the K3?
73,
Rick NK7I
On 12/11/2020 12:28 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
Joe,
Do you have the audio levels set right for transmit?
Go to my webpage www.w3fpr.com and look at the last article in the
left column.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 12/11/2020 3:10
The shortest answer is: That's not possible. It's an evolving OS like
any other; change is inevitable.
Rick NK7I
On 12/6/2020 4:13 PM, Dave Cole wrote:
Hi Paul,
Not to pick nits, but I would rather have them write code that does
not worry them when the Linux kernel is updated.
73, and
Usually any kernel update has to do with security issues (that's a very
broad stroke) so freezing it would leave security gaps or known issues.
Then there are files that constantly seem to update (i.e. the time zone
files are a constant state of update; who knew it was so tough to figure
zone
Frank,
I would start with a complete power removal (not just off) to the KAT500
and the computer (unplugged from power). Then go have a cuppa. When
you get back, plug the power in and restart it and test.
I have found that some devices (more in the USB realm) occasionally
'stick' when
Rich,
You WANT to change what Windows does because a generation ago, to allow
their server software to function, they increased the error gap in the
NTP system. It allows WAY too much drift and they've never cleaned that
up (because most users don't care).
I use and suggest Meinberg; which
Well that IS rather condescending.
I would take a different view, that MOST of the hams using Elecraft use
MOST of the features on a regular basis but because the features are
designed well, the user doesn't NEED to fiddle about (or understand the
precise ways they work). One of the
The short answer is you 'teach' the tuner on each 'bin' frequency what
the settings are for a good match (with each antenna, each on it's own
antenna port). Then you put the tuner into manual mode; which still
adjusts the matching values as the frequency changes BUT disables the
retune
This happens due to heating of the finals (network); typically 1500
watts when cold (15-25C in my shack), drops to 1400 watts once warmed up
(50-60C). One can either adjust as needed or just accept 1500 cold and
the drop (much less than one dB); but of course one should pay attention
in all
In a post long ago, 2 meters was posted by Elecraft, as the max end-end
length of the ACC cabling (two sections of stock cable). Cabling longer
than that /MAY /affect the signal timing, causing errors (their words).
I ran my temporary station that way (for a couple years) until I got the
new
a, so
you would then have a better connection for your LAN. Or, you might situate the routers
so they have a better path. All that is in the traditions of ham radio!
73 de Ray K2ULR KX3 #211
-Original Message-----
From: Rick Bates, NK7I
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wed, Sep 9,
Just be judicious in the use of wifi extenders, they are half duplex and
since they share the same channel of wifi, cause conflicts, which drags
down the entire network. Some can be configured to hear on one band and
transmit on another, which helps, a little.
My answer was to replace the
Being able to use a without reading the manual is
actually one of my personal tests of the user interface. Jump in, see
how it plays and what is presented to make changes if needed.
The K3 easily passes that test (former Kenwood user; Elecraft is similar
in format), HOWEVER that is on the
For the record, I agree but as I made no series of qualifying tests; all
I was able to state in my previous comments was that the inverted L was
more efficient (heard by more) and I heard better when I went vertical.
Both of which can be my change in location; this locale is loads
quieter,
I will interject here that when I lived in Mordor, er, CA, I also used a
low (35' max height) EDZ (370', window line fed dipole). I was able to
work 200+ countries on all bands (I used a J pole on 6M) within an HOA
environment (I put it up on a weekday when no one was home, it was
That is clearly a case of RFI; the USB connection is 'sensitive' at that
frequency range.
Your clue is: "
then settle down quietly to about 100W.
2. Around the same time Windows reports "USB device not recognized" and
the mouse cursor disappears. "
If it doesn't happen at low wattage but
Not to allow thread hijacking (now renamed at least);
One of my goals is to allow each component of the station to be
manageable by a computer, in part for the purposes of operation when I
travel. Once that goal has been met (99% successful, a couple things
are 'better' with eyes on), using
Just as one can go from an electric or petroleum powered vehicle back to
cart and horse (the common factor being wheels), doesn't mean that the
history to get from there to here must be ignored (or honored).
It doesn't matter the mode, ties into history will still exist and can
be honored (or
Then you haven't used a KPA1500.
Rick NK7I
On 7/8/2020 2:11 PM, Eric Norris wrote:
Thanks, Jack! Now the only question is, is the KPA500 a great amp, or the
greatest amp ever? I'm in the second camp.
73.5 Eric WD6DBM
On Wed, Jul 8, 2020, 1:16 PM Jack Brindle wrote:
I can confirm that
Having both plus the KPA1500 (same height as the K4), that would be a
challenge without a major rework. Not just in squeezing it in, but
still allow for adequate cooling.
If they choose to go down that path, I'd hope they keep the third
antenna port (only two on the KPA1500).
As for their
I've used (successfully) a USB relay to momentarily toggle AUX line 8 (?
check) to remotely power the K3 on but now I've switched to the N6TV
S-Box-USB and Y-Box system, which works in much the same way (and can
remotely power on the Elecraft amps, cleans up cabling etc.).
Both methods
I went with a 50" 4K TV (LG from Costco ~US$300) mounted to the wall
behind the operating desk. If your computer can manage 4K video (or
even HD), LOADS of space to see (don't need my readers) and spread
things out and being a smart TV, it has other features for the shack but
I added a Dish
Or expense? Lessee... 20 (ground rods including 5 at the tower) times
$4 per clamp, vs $11-15 for little discernible gains.. adding over $300
in my grounding solution. Not a huge amount, but those costs add up
quickly. I went with clamps, all buried below grade.
I opted to tie the shop
Gareth,
The information you have been given is correct but it's a challenge to
wrap ones head around the details, a couple are subtle.
It is ultimately the items you have installed (the tuner, with the
second antenna port) AND the connection of cables to the KRX3 (which
connector source is
Just as other appliances sold these days with a motor i.e. washing
machines, dishwashers... while digital control may add nice features,
the noise generated can reduce operator pleasure (or operating hours).
Getting any manufacturer to routinely add filtering (even if under $1),
won't happen
Specifically Data A mode...
Rick NK7I
On 5/17/2020 6:15 AM, David Herring wrote:
Can you confirm that the K3S is actually in Data mode?
I seem to recall once in my distant past when I was new to digital modes that I
had my K3 in lsb rather than usb or Data mode. No one decoded anything of
ARRL Asst. Director, NW Division, Technical Resources
On 5/3/20 7:52 PM, Rick Bates, NK7I wrote:
I spent 15 minutes active on 20M FT8 this afternoon (some lurking).
At 530 watts output (on the display and utility) into a 1.13:1
antenna load (SteppIR) for a ten minute calling period (Mongolia
I spent 15 minutes active on 20M FT8 this afternoon (some lurking).
At 530 watts output (on the display and utility) into a 1.13:1 antenna
load (SteppIR) for a ten minute calling period (Mongolia then Oman), the
temp rose to 66C; a few moments of elevated fan quickly brought that
down to the
No! That is the CORRECT thing to do; all grounds should equal ground.
You should reconnect that to the chassis ground, it is not a design flaw.
Rick NK7I
On 4/24/2020 12:11 PM, Ray Albers wrote:
Finally, I'll mention that, like my old RS-20A, I found the negative
terminal bonded to the
Here is the link of the video which demonstrates the remote features
(another K4 or a tablet) management (it wasn't an iPad and wasn't
defined in the video).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_m2xXjeqJYM
Rick NK7I
On 4/24/2020 9:30 AM, Buck wrote:
As I recall, it was an iPad running a Windows
And in the meantime, lightning protection helps to reduce the noise and
risks of 'everyday' static noise sources like wind, snow, blowing dust
and even rain static. HELPS, not removes.
Having (last fall) just installed a basic dissipation system, the
difference can be quite startling and can
My design goal is:
PL259 - Antenna loads (dummy load on one port, switched)
BNC - Receive Only antennas
N/SMA/TNC - UHF (radio dependent)
no adapters allowed.
Rick NK7I
On 4/23/2020 9:18 AM, Dave Cole wrote:
That's another good idea, and thanks!!! I will do that!
73, and thanks,
Dave
The KAT500 utility will show the LC values in play after tuning (and
caps on/not on the antenna side) . I expect that the KPA1500 utility
will do the same thing; I'll know more next week when I put the KPA1500
online (the new station and shack are almost completed).
I keep the entire
I use resonant antennas now, but prior to this the KAT500 and before
that the Heathkit SA-2060 (which can use darn near anything).
Antenna Tuner SA-2060 Amateur-D Heathkit Brand, Heath Co.; B
It is safely stored away, one never knows if it will be needed again.
Rick NK7I
On 4/21/2020 7:59
Simply verify that the panel voltage is the same was what a known meter
reads at the output, adjust the front panel meter as required. (Most
panel displays are off or simply not as accurate.) Then one can use a
permanent marker to place a line on the meter display, off the tip of
the needle
Wayne has said that 14.2V is desirable (as read on the display, so
~14.4V at the source AND the input connector at the radio). This
provides a more clean signal.
It's also important to not allow voltage sag under load (for the same
reasons).
Just make sure that if the power supply causes
Jerry,
Ignoring how you've set up your station for the moment (every station
has compromises but some push that to an extreme); the shutdown of the
connection is likely that RF got into the USB cable (as demonstrated by
the hot ferrite) which caused the USB port hardware to lock up.
USB
I guess I'm fortunate, I've had Astrons running 24/7 for decades without
any failure. A 20A powers my repeater (IRLP node, 25 watt), a 35A power
the Elecraft products and I just installed a 60A rack mount to replace
them both (all are adjusted to 14.2 for spectral purity plus I can
charge
It's not elegant but I just finished a rack/table using a butcher block
top (Home Depot) and angle stock on the front inside of the 2x2 wooden
legs to mount the p/s and a repeater I use for IRLP (duplexer later, one
pieces at a time). The table top is stained and matches the height of
the
, reinstalled
it no difference..
Intrestingly , and now i need to rethiink the installation process,,,
the app does not appear on the taskline , appearing as a background
app in task manager.
I agree ccleaner is a great tool...
bill
On 3/19/2020 4:29 PM, Rick Bates, NK7I wrote:
Bill,
I
Bill,
I don't have a W2 so I cannot comment there, but two things stand out
that need mention.
1) Regedit is NOT the place to wipe out a program. If you (as you
said) don't know much about Windows, it is however the perfect place to
make an unrecoverable error and trash the entire
If you print your own, imbed a QR code into the design as well for a
layer of security if stolen.
Rick NK7I
On 3/17/2020 12:32 PM, Mathew Copeland wrote:
Search any of the stock image sites for "Digital camouflage seamless
pattern" and you can find/sort ones that are tagged as creative
If you can find a length of tubing one size larger (so that the pieces
to be repaired just barely fit inside); cut a length long enough to
provide lateral strength (side load), cut slits into the ends of the
patch lengthwise then overlay that to 'mend' the two pieces (make it
continuous again)
Duane,
I agree on both points. The antenna is THE most important element of
any station (the accepted maxim is it's 90% of the budget but most hams
are 'cheap'). The radio is useless without a decent antenna. An EDZ
can work well but the peaks and nulls vary on every band and wind in the
And there is a Murphy corollary that basically says: "If the part is
stockpiled, it won't be the part that is needed."
Rick NK7I
On 3/7/2020 12:46 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
On 3/7/2020 11:15 AM, Alan wrote:
Just as we were ready to go into production the part was
discontinued. I had to scramble
I'll submit that the KAT500 was designed long before 630 meters was
generally open and the values needed to present a low SWR are far larger
than needed elsewhere. Anything below 160M is a 'specialty' band that
far fewer will attempt. However you COULD go through the values that
the KAT500
On 3/6/2020 12:00 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote:
It is more like having a 500 watt transceiver that covers 160M - 6M
and works any mode I desire. Now, that ain't bad!
Just WAIT until you get the KPA1500, then you'll have to ask "CAN that
smile get ANY bigger?" 0.1-1500 watt radio, you
While you're adjusting the output drive for the amp on each band; make
sure it's EACH band, including 60M (100 watt limit in the US) and 30M
(200 watt limit in the US).
Yes, those bands also, because operator error (fatigue, excitement,
rush, brain slip) WILL happen and having those QRP bands
Don et al,
On occasion the signal that the amp goes into Operate mode is not passed
along (or received, I don't know which), which means that the K3 will
operate at higher than required drive level, for a moment only because
the KPA500 will fault VERY quickly protecting everything.
However,
and my guess is that
it's not unique to my K3S.
I spend most of my time on CW and little on SSB so I never noticed
this before. Other than that, the K3S and KPA500 work flawlessly.
Tony
On 3/4/2020 6:09 AM, Rick Bates, NK7I wrote:
Except that it only happens in SSB, it sounds suspiciously
Except that it only happens in SSB, it sounds suspiciously like the high
power amp (final) has failed in your K3S. But start with your audio.
Are the settings normal (comp, mic gain etc)?
Can you try another microphone and turn on the monitor function to hear
what your mic is producing? Is
I'm not sure about how much the Flex demands the CPU, but I have the
KAT500 Utility and the KPA Utility running while a third port manages
the K3 (via HRD). (A 4 port real RS-232 board in the computer, USB
doesn't always play well in QRO environments; the 4th port manages
keying CW and FSK
Thanks for the spot, I was elsewhere on the bands and hadn't paid
attention to 20M (I'm prepping for the VP8PJ team tomorrow).
Logged in under 2 minutes from the listening start; Yay Elecraft (K3,
P3, KAT500 and KPA500) with some help from SteppIR (DB36/80 at 60').
Another band slot filled,
Presuming that is a known 'good' dummy load for that power level, have
you run the output calibration of the driver radio (K3/S also presumed)
as a starting point?
If that has been done (successfully, multiple times), check to make SURE
that the radio (driver) antenna tuner is BYPASSED (not
And don't forget that the P3 is actually an almost complete receiver
(minus audio). It just 'happens' to listen to the IF of the K3.
Rick NK7I
On 2/17/2020 9:16 AM, George Thornton wrote:
That was my experience as well. I initially had the LP Pan but later switched
to the P3 panadapter.
, but check your email from
Elecraft support about shipping. I was told Elecraft self-insures, so my
shipping of my KPA1500 amp from Portland, OR to the mothership was
around $20.
On Thu, 6 Feb 2020, Rick Bates, NK7I wrote:
While also not cheap in shipping and insurance (ask me how I know?)
that is often
Since the SWR is still nominal into the amp (as shown on your radio),
it's not likely the tuned input circuits (which is confirmed from no
output on all bands).
This points to the high power module. Running low output power from it,
is far less efficient than pushing it hard (compare
My K3 has the same issue. It is a hardware issue since software control
of the volume (HRD) does not cause any problems.
I've not taken the front panel off to see if the pots can be 'treated'
with Deoxit yet.
73 es Merry Christmas,
Rick NK7I
On 12/19/2019 9:01 AM, Larry Boekeloo wrote:
I
An SWL QSL card would certainly be popular too if you could figure out
how to send the report! :-P
Merry Christmas all,
Rick NK7I
On 12/16/2019 3:10 PM, David Gilbert wrote:
Neither would ham radio if you could talk to hundreds or thousands of
other planets or stars, and couldn't do so any
If there is a next time, one can ask for a shipping label from
Elecraft. But wait a few days for the response; when I returned from
shipping the PA deck from the KPA1500 ($170 insured), I got the label in
the email. Oh well. It was out of warranty (but unused until the shack
is completed;
Check ALL your coax connections (and quality of coax), making SURE that
the connectors are properly attached (soldered or crimped) to the wires
AND that they are securely attached to the mated connector on the KAT500.
A /little/ leakage is normal but unless that station is 40 over 9, you
You might be able to use a radio control program (HRD being one) since
the controls simply tell the CPU what to do. Not ideal but you'd be on
the air again while researching a proper fix.
73
Rick NK7I
On 11/18/2019 11:46 AM, Mpridesti via Elecraft wrote:
Hate to have to send it back to the
With a linux computer built into the K4, the door is open for wifi (or
bluetooth) access to an iOS device (or a standard computer). Unless
Elecraft designed their own motherboard, it's likely already available
on the board they're using and if they did roll their own, it may be in
the chip
It would be nice if you want to stream video while in the shack; I'm
considering one also (but HDTV is much cheaper). But one feature I
would need is decent PIP (picture in picture) to watch two things at
once (computer/radio and video source).
Two major things to consider are look angle and
Also check your filter, NB and NR settings, sometimes they go wonky.
Rick NK7I
On 11/7/2019 8:26 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote:
Check all connectors. I've found that connectors that just "sit" and
are never moved will oxidize and prevent signal flow. They rely on a
mechanical connection only.
Perhaps since that is the standard voltage for cars, trucks, RVs and other
vehicles.
I run my power supplies at 14.2 v to be as clean as possible.
Rick NK7I
Smell Czech correction happens
> On Nov 4, 2019, at 12:53 PM, David Gilbert wrote:
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> Their continued insistence upon
Plus every time trimming or thinning is required, homeowner and legal processes
(including court time in some cases) the utility (not just PG or SCE) must
follow, take an inordinate amount of time and resources thanks to
‘environmental’ groups failing to realize it is a renewable resource and a
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