Re: [Elecraft] KX1 specific info source(s) desired

2023-04-10 Thread SCOTT MCDONALD via Elecraft
There is a well-written and illustrated overview I found useful when building mine located here: https://ac2c.net/KX1-Project.php 73 Scott ka9p Make something good happen! > On Apr 10, 2023, at 1:51 AM, Julia Tuttle wrote: > > If you mean the original manuals, they're here: &

[Elecraft] KX3 Controlled Envelope SSB

2023-03-21 Thread Scott Zastoupil via Elecraft
, here is a request for implementing the featurePlease!  :) Scott, KX9RT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3/0-mini and FT8/Q65 / Remoterig

2023-03-16 Thread Scott Townley
nected to the K3 ,and KPA500. At the QTH K3 working very well with the connections Line in/Line out to the PC in Q65 mode on EME. 73' Viggo LA9NEA -- Scott NX7U __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraf

[Elecraft] KPA1500 opinions

2023-02-08 Thread Scott Manthe
in advance for any and all feedback. 73, Scott N9AA __ 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: http://w

Re: [Elecraft] AX-1 -- with and without counterpoise

2022-09-25 Thread SCOTT MCDONALD via Elecraft
single horizontal counterpoise, if someone hasn’t already done that. Given the interest at the time I’d guess that answer might exist in HF Pack lore too - maybe someone here knows? Scott ka9p Make something good happen! > On Sep 25, 2022, at 3:26 PM, David Gilbert wrote: > >  >

[Elecraft] K2 Menu Button

2022-07-20 Thread Aaron SCOTT K5ATG
receiving until I turn the K2 off and turn it back on. Any help will be appreciated. Thank you '72 Aaron Scott __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft repair

2022-07-20 Thread SCOTT MCDONALD via Elecraft
it was a KX3 queue issue, as a good friend’s KPA500 made it there and back in under a month during that same time period. FWIW Scott ka9p Make something good happen! > On Jul 20, 2022, at 11:40 AM, Julia Tuttle wrote: > > I would expect quite a range in repair times based

[Elecraft] r5 and r4 on kpa3 board?

2022-06-16 Thread NE9U - Scott Jasper
weird and must have been done by elecraft repair on a previous trip for k3s board and other updates.. R4 and R5 on kpa3 board are unsoldered on one end and flipped aroundeffectively taking them out of circuit. does anyone know the purpose of this being done? Scott NE9U -- Scott- NE9U

[Elecraft] k3 no power out over 12 watts

2022-05-06 Thread NE9U - Scott Jasper
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[Elecraft] [KAT500] Mac KAT500 Utility Software Issue

2022-05-05 Thread Scott Ririe via Elecraft
in the Mac version of the KAT500 utility. Any of you Mac users with a KAT500/KPA500 had this problem when using the Mac version of the KAT500 utility? Thanks, Scott WA7L ———  Scott Ririe sri...@yahoo.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Option Advice Wanted

2022-05-03 Thread Scott McDonald via Elecraft
in without having to bring anything else along.  And it's a nice backup as well. YMWV :) Scott ka9p -Original Message- From: Rich Lim via Elecraft To: Walter Underwood ; Elecraft Reflector Sent: Tue, May 3, 2022 10:34 am Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Option Advice Wanted Wunder is right

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays

2022-03-30 Thread Scott Manthe
old guys to a teenager Tech winning that KWM-380 was pretty priceless. Of course, now I am one of those old guys... 73, Scott N9AA On 3/30/22 1:40 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: Ummm ... Art Collins had a very large military business in addition to a small amateur one, and sold his company to Ra

[Elecraft] For sale: Elecraft KPA500F

2022-03-17 Thread Scott Manthe
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[Elecraft] wanted K3

2021-12-23 Thread NE9U - Scott Jasper
I have a friend looking for a 2rx well filtered k3. anyone have one gathering dust? Scott  NE9U -- Scott- NE9U Sent from my Cray-1 skjaspe...@gmail.com skjas...@att.net n...@arrl.net -- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com

[Elecraft] For Sale: PR6-10, KFL3A-2.8K and KPAK3AUX

2021-12-21 Thread Scott Manthe
Hi everyone, I got a few more K3 related items for sale. Elecraft PR6-10 28 and 50mHz RX preamp for the K3/K3S, as new in the box: $150 KFL3A-2.8K 2.8kHz 8 pole filter for the K3/K3S: $125 KPAK3AUX K3 to KPA500 Aux cable: $25 Add a little for shipping. 73, Scott N9AA

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K3 with uninstalled KRX3 for sale

2021-12-15 Thread Scott Manthe
The K3/KRX3 combo has been sold. The PR6-10 is still available. 73, Scott N9AA On Tue, Dec 14, 2021, 5:39 PM Scott Manthe wrote: > I have an Elecraft K3, SN3019, and a uninstalled KRX3 that I'd like to > sell. I'm offering it here first, as this is where I originally picked > it up.

[Elecraft] Elecraft K3 with uninstalled KRX3 for sale

2021-12-14 Thread Scott Manthe
. I'd like $2300 for both the K3 and the KRX3. I'd prefer not to split them up, unless I get strong offers for both. I also have a PR6-10 that I'll include for an extra $145, or I can sell it separately after the rig sells. If these prices are out of line, let me know. 73, Scott N9AA

[Elecraft] Fair K3 selling price?

2021-12-12 Thread Scott Manthe
no idea how to price it. Any advice would be appreciated. 73, Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - Holding Power Output at Set Value\

2021-12-07 Thread Scott Manthe
Hi David, My guess is that the walwart is unregulated or has very optimistic specs. You could also be getting RF back into it. I never power serious radio gear with walwarts, even HTs. There's too much junk out there. 73, Scott N9AA On 12/7/21 4:16 PM, David Hourdequin wrote: I am

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S options and upgrades

2021-07-27 Thread Scott Laird
What does this mean for the KRX3A, which is still listed as eventually-orderable on the order page? On Tue, Jul 27, 2021 at 9:35 AM Madelyn Gomez wrote: > Good morning. > > This is a notification that the K3/K3S options and upgrades page will be > CLOSED as of 5:00 pm PDT today, July 27th. > >

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft KX3/PX3 and extras (Shack in a bag)

2021-04-06 Thread Scott Manthe
Everything works great. I'd like $1750 shipped for everything, or make an offer. Pics are available on request. 73, Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft KX3/PX3 and extras (Shack in a bag)

2021-04-05 Thread Scott Manthe
are available on request. 73, Scott N9AA __ 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: http://www.qsl.net Please

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 MOUNTING SCREWS

2021-03-31 Thread Scott
Rod thanks for the referral! I do have the mounts and screws for the AMP go to my web site www.gemsproducts.com Scott Bastian AK6Q Parker Colorado! From: Rod Hardman Sent: Wednesday, March 31, 2021 7:59 PM To: KENT HUFFORD; kd6...@sbcglobal.net Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] Rothammels Antenna Book

2021-03-22 Thread Scott Haller
Amazon and Ebay have multiple copies available from US sources. 73, Scott K2CK On Mon, Mar 22, 2021 at 8:51 AM Clay Autery wrote: > Wish it was readily available in the USA. > > __ > Clay Autery, KY5G > (318) 518-1389 > > On 03/22/21 07:43, hb

Re: [Elecraft] Command inputs for Wilderness/Norcal KC1?

2021-03-03 Thread Scott Rice
Hi Wayne, Would you be able to also send me the KC1 documentation? This 4-year-old thread is the only discussion of the documentation that I'm finding with google. Thanks, Scott Rice KB8VWM wayne burdick wrote > Hi John, > > I wrote the manual (and the firmware), so I have all the

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Support?

2021-02-26 Thread Scott Manthe
Rather than wait for weeks for an email, why not just call on the telephone? 73, Scott N9AA On 2/26/21 3:35 PM, Jay Radcliffe wrote: I have a K3 that I am having some trouble with (Low power output and 2m module no output). I have been emailing supp...@elecraft.com for weeks now and have

Re: [Elecraft] Difference between a K3 and a K3S

2021-01-25 Thread Scott Manthe
The K3 had the new board after SN 8800. 73, Scott N9AA On 1/25/21 11:33 AM, Mike Kopacki wrote: Was the KSYN3A synthesizer ever built into the K3 as a standard item? If so, beginning at what serial number? Thanks, Mike NJ2OM On Jan 25, 2021, at 10:51 AM, Henry Pollock - K4TMC wrote

[Elecraft] Manufacture date by serial #

2020-12-26 Thread NE9U - Scott
Where can I find this info? ⁣Scott - NE9U Sent from my Cray-1 skjaspe...@gmail.com skjas...@att.net n...@arrl.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

Re: [Elecraft] Procedure for setting Bias on K3 LPA FETS

2020-11-12 Thread Scott
Tom, The procedure below is what I received from Elecraft Tech support back in July of 2019. It worked for me after changing the LPA FETs in my K3. 73, Scott AD5HS === You'll need this sequence for setting bias after the fix: *Here

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Astatic mic?

2020-10-17 Thread Scott
ports. I may yet switch back to that mic. 73 Scott AD5HS On 10/16/2020 11:39 AM, David F. Reed wrote: Anybody have any luck getting a old Astatic Silver Eagle microphone to work with their K3? Thanks & 73 de W5SV, Dave __ El

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] WWV Time Transmissions

2020-08-31 Thread Scott Manthe
of him. https://www.voanews.com/usa/us-politics/time-may-be-running-out-millions-clocks 73, Scott N9AA On 8/31/20 9:29 PM, Dave Cole wrote: It did...  That was a ploy to keep funding is all. 73, and thanks, Dave (NK7Z) https://www.nk7z.net ARRL Volunteer Examiner ARRL Technical Specialist ARRL

Re: [Elecraft] K3 boards

2020-08-16 Thread NE9U - Scott Jasper
Ok greatgood to know. I am thinking of replacing my OBSOLETE FT1000D second radio so2r for another k3. If anyone knows of a well filtered one at a reasonable price, I'm in the market.  Have one hot lead locally I'm waiting on. ⁣Scott - NE9U Sent from my Cray-1 skjaspe...@gmail.com

[Elecraft] K3 boards

2020-08-15 Thread NE9U - Scott Jasper
y, Key-Out to Amp etc. '73 Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech ⁣Scott - NE9U Sent from my Cray-1 skjaspe...@gmail.com skjas...@att.net n...@arrl.net​ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] zero-beating a KX1

2020-06-09 Thread SCOTT MCDONALD via Elecraft
http://www.wb9kzy.com/gzb.htm This Zerobeat kit looks like it’s still available, might be worth a look. If anyone does please report back, I’m still banging away on my KX1 as well Scott ka9p Make something good happen! > On Jun 9, 2020, at 4:30 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > To

Re: [Elecraft] Alternative AMP to KX3 since Elecraft has temporarily stopped making AMPS

2020-05-26 Thread Scott
ed. Bottom line: I don't prepay for anything. If the product is in stock and I want it, then I'll buy it. Good luck on your hunt for an alternative AMP. 73, Scott AD5HS On 5/25/2020 9:31 PM, HamRadioJim wrote: I have a KX3 and looking for an AMP (besides the elecraft brand) that

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD

2020-05-14 Thread Scott McDonald via Elecraft
a bit of tension between the picnickers and the contesters in my neck of the woods. Whatever, it’s been the best testament to the front end of a K3 I‘be experienced. Scott ka9p Sent from my iPad > On May 14, 2020, at 1:21 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > From ARRL - At its core,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 on SSB

2020-03-30 Thread Scott Manthe
When I was active, I often got unsolicited positive comments on my audio quality. Partly due to my great voice, I'm sure, but the radio didn't wreck the raw material. 73, Scott N9AA On 3/30/20 9:17 PM, Ignacy wrote: Many contesters with large budgets use K3 to win or obtain top scores in SSB

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

2020-03-28 Thread Scott Manthe
Not unless they start televising contests... :-) Of course, during this sportsless pandemic, this possibility becomes a little more plausible. Radiosports, live on ESPN! 73, Scott N9AA On 3/28/20 10:17 PM, Dick Dickinson wrote: The Big Three Automobile manufacturers often looked towards

Re: [Elecraft] Latest rumors on K4

2019-12-21 Thread Scott Manthe
, but maybe not and if Elecraft were my company, I'd keep things under wraps. 73, Scott N9AA On 12/21/19 12:26 PM, stephen shearer wrote: OK, January is fine as it's only 10+ days away...  AND yes, Jan 31st is only 5+ weeks. (Joe, I bet as a kid you had no problem waiting for your gifts

Re: [Elecraft] Installing a Sub Receiver

2019-12-16 Thread Scott Manthe
Both receivers have to use the new synthesizer board. You can't install them in the way you've described, unfortunately. 73, Scott N9AA On 12/16/19 10:48 AM, Ted Edwards W3TB wrote: I put it off for years getting the Sub-Receiver for my K3. With the change to K4, I got a sub-receiver before

Re: [Elecraft] Start-up message

2019-12-11 Thread Scott Manthe
It's in the utility software. 73, Scott N9AA On 12/11/19 8:34 PM, WIN KS4AA wrote: I haven't seen any instructions on how to change the startup message. I just bought a used K3/0 and would like to change the call to mine. HELP. Eddie KS4AA (1st post

[Elecraft] Waterfall question from a new waterfall guy

2019-12-11 Thread Ryan Scott Bardsley
Hello, I am a very very new KX3 and PX3 owner and have been using this as my portable kit when I travel to NYC. I spend most of my life traveling in hotels, so I can't say I have really reached out to the world yet, but it certainly makes the stay a bit more fun. The KX3 and PX3 combo has

[Elecraft] Side KX Black Friday Sale

2019-11-29 Thread Scott Bastian
Please visit my web site www.gemsproducts.com for all of your Elecraft extras. You can use coupon code of LOYAL for 10% off your order this weekend! 73 Scott AK6Q Sent from Mail for Windows 10 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] How to raise TEXT decoding threshold on PX3

2019-11-16 Thread Ryan Scott Bardsley
Hello, I am a new Elecraft convert and have a KX3 with a PX3 attached. I have been using it as my portable setup for (mostly) digital work from my hotel room when I travel. I have been using it for PSK31 and am loving its capabilities as a complete solution in a tiny package. It has been

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft-K3] K3S to be discontinued

2019-11-04 Thread Scott Manthe
will want a K4. If you've been following this list, people have been asking for a replacement for the K3/K3S for a decade. I'm pretty sure if Elecraft builds it, the customers will come. The K4 will likely have a cleaner signal than the K3S due to predistortion. 73, Scott N9AA On 11/4/19 9:42 PM

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft-K3] K3S to be discontinued

2019-11-04 Thread Scott Manthe
Elecraft's design philosophy dictates that their radio be capable of portable/field operation, so that's how they design their radios. They're lightweight, efficient, and operate off 12 volts. Lots of other manufacturers love giant, heavy rigs. Elecraft doesn't. 73, Scott N9AA On 11/4/19 3

[Elecraft] Low PowerOut Troubleshooting HInt?

2019-11-01 Thread Scott McDonald via Elecraft
 that behavior is  indicative of a particular connector/relay or other issue I should take a look at, as I can't replicate the problem now? Thanks for any thoughts. Scott ka9p __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

[Elecraft] KX3 case paint

2019-10-24 Thread Scott Manthe
0 or more to replace those parts. 73, Scott N9AA __ 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: http://w

Re: [Elecraft] Question for California Hams

2019-10-12 Thread Scott Manthe
Hal Turner is a Holocaust denier and right-wing conspiracy peddler. I wouldn't take anything he says seriously. 73, Scott N9AA On 10/12/19 1:58 PM, l...@ka7ftp.com wrote: Wondering if this is true: https://halturnerradioshow.com/index.php/en/news-page/news-nation/california-officials

Re: [Elecraft] Cammo KX2? (Was: Copy cat - no way)

2019-09-03 Thread Scott McDonald via Elecraft
How about an urban HOA tan stucco AX1 for us cliff dwellers as well? Scott Ka9p/0 Sent from my iPad > On Sep 3, 2019, at 7:32 PM, HB via Elecraft wrote: > > Desert tan!! > >> On Sep 3, 2019, at 9:26 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: >> >> >>> Mike Morrow

[Elecraft] K3 & P3 For SALE $1950!

2019-08-07 Thread Scott Bastian
will also include the cables and manuals for both. I prefer local pick up as I don't want to damage these in shipping. $1950 for all! If I need to ship these then another $50 to cover costs. 73 Scott AK6Q Sent from Mail for Windows 10

[Elecraft] Question on value of K3/100, P3, KRX3, KSYN3A and other items possibly for sale

2019-07-19 Thread Scott Manthe
to doing it. PR6-10 preamp. Used for a couple of months. Works great. KFL3B-FM FM filter KFL3A-2.7 standard 5 pole filter Thanks and 73, Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] Keyboard compatible with P3/SVGA

2019-07-06 Thread Scott
. Thanks for the recommendation Jack. 73 Scott AD5HS On 7/6/2019 10:56 AM, Steve, K4FJ via Elecraft wrote: I am interested in using a keyboard with my P3/SVGA setup and have requested a list of compatible keyboards from Elecraft.  In the mean time I am interested in what others may be using. Resp

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 Anomaly?

2019-06-27 Thread Scott Manthe
What is your CW offset set to? Perhaps that is a cursor showing the CW offset? 73, Scott N9AA On 6/27/19 2:45 PM, Ian Kirkpatrick via Elecraft wrote: Hi, I have recently purchased a new PX3 for use with my KX3.In CW mode in the waterfall display there appears a distinct black line 600hz

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 won't go above 10W

2019-06-22 Thread Scott Manthe
Are you using batteries? 73, Scott N9AA On 6/22/19 12:57 PM, Chris Waldrup wrote: Hi, I have a brand new KX3 we are using here at the Knightlites FD event in Raleigh. In pre operations events some of the guys are helping me set up (we are using 5W for the event) but in the future I would

Re: [Elecraft] K3s availability

2019-06-19 Thread Scott Manthe
The Japanese manufacturers are far larger than Elecraft. In any case, similarly configured, the K4 is supposed to be less expensive than the K3S. 73, Scott N9AA On 6/19/19 8:11 PM, Robert G Strickland via Elecraft wrote: Will the K3s continue to be sold? The Japanese manufacturers sell

Re: [Elecraft] new dead K3s still not fixed

2019-06-19 Thread Scott Manthe
Ed, Have you called Elecraft and asked to speak to Wayne or Eric about this? (The heads of Elecraft...) Perhaps, it is best to try to work directly with Elecraft on this issue, rather than posting to the (public) mailing list. Scott N9AA On 6/19/19 4:11 PM, KD7PY wrote: bought a new K3s

Re: [Elecraft] WTB KX3

2019-06-18 Thread Scott Russell
I may have one you’re interested in. Email me at n1...@arrl.net Scott, N1SER -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] K4 standing on Sherwood's RX list

2019-06-06 Thread Scott Manthe
ading soon, but the package is a lot nicer and the interface improvements (band stacking, etc.) seem to be a real step forward. 73, Scott N9AA On 6/6/19 12:38 PM, K5WA wrote: Maybe I've missed an answer since I don't read all the posts but I'm wondering if the K4HD's design should beat

Re: [Elecraft] K4 in its first WPX

2019-05-28 Thread Scott Russell
Sounds like a great experience. I would totally integrate Facebook in the display! Haha, good one. I can’t wait to hear more about the operation and features in real world use. Thanks for the walk-through! Scott, N1SER -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft IC-7610,

2019-05-21 Thread Scott Russell
Ed, sounds like we’re seeing the same potential. Thanks for your feedback too. Scott N1SER -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft IC-7610,

2019-05-21 Thread Scott Russell
I can have that piece of mind that it will serve well for years to come. Scott N1SER -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

[Elecraft] K4 Remote Access and Control

2019-05-17 Thread Scott Russell (N1SER)
? On the tablet side, again, will this be and app and which platforms will it work with? Apple, Android, both? Or like the desktop will it be web based? So many questions! Can’t wait to learn more. Scott, N1SER __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] Quandary - Anyone Seriously Considering the Alternative to the K4?

2019-05-17 Thread Scott Russell
capabilities but so far it’s looking like the winner. Now to sell some gear to offset the cost :) Scott, N1SER -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

[Elecraft] FS K3 and P3

2019-05-13 Thread Scott Bastian
these in shipping. Asking $1900 for all , 73 Scott AK6Q __ 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: http

Re: [Elecraft] Prospective K4

2019-05-05 Thread Scott Manthe
, or whatever Elecraft decides to call the new rig, will be fully "modern," but stick with Elecraft's design and performance principles. I have no idea what that will entail, but I'd bet we'll see lots of modularity and terrific performance. 73, Scott N9AA On 5/5/19 11:54 AM, Macy monkeys

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 180, Issue 20 Foot Switch

2019-04-18 Thread John Scott
I made my own, years ago!  It's just an old plastic base Radio Shack (I think) CW key mounted on a board with the appropriate connector.  Works like  a charm.  Cheap! John, VE1JS On 2019-04-17 23:56, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: Send Elecraft mailing list submissions to

Re: [Elecraft] Recommend a K3s foot switch

2019-04-16 Thread Scott
u can find it in solo or twin packs. Or if you really want a Heil foot switch then the FS-2 looks like it would work. Or as some one else mentioned, bust out the soldering iron. 73, Scott AD5HS On 4/16/2019 8:05 PM, Michael Gillen via Elecraft wrote: Hi guys! I searched around a bit no

Re: [Elecraft] MFJ, Elecraft, Cultures

2019-04-08 Thread Scott Manthe
beings. There is and will be plenty to laugh about. We just have to decide if we want to laugh at people because they are different or with them because we are the same. 73, Scott N9AA On 4/8/19 10:18 AM, Dick Dickinson wrote: If different companies can be valued differently by individuals, why

[Elecraft] PX3 LCD cover cleaning

2019-03-31 Thread Scott Manthe
will hold the board in place or not. I know it's a trivial process to open it up, but I'd prefer not to just to wipe some dust off the back of the plexiglass. I've built a KX3, a KPA500 and most of a K3 and am worried about the PX3 main board falling off the front of the enclosure... 73, Scott

Re: [Elecraft] The case against touch screens

2019-03-25 Thread Scott McDonald via Elecraft
pretty much mandates that for the old guy  it sits elevated in the middle of the desk.  With an optional display, and a couple of definable encoders on the KPOD, I could park the radio somewhere else and see and do what I wanted much more easily. Scott ka9p  -Original Message- From: Buddy

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 amp and ATTN switch

2019-02-26 Thread Scott Russell
Larry, I'm curious why you'd use a homebrew cable instead of using the Elecraft specific cable KXPACBL? It seems your cable is not performing some function that the OEM cable provides so it makes it hard for someone to help with your setup. 73 Scott, N1SER -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Main/Sub LIN OUT audio levels unbalanced

2019-02-22 Thread Scott
t the same the audio will be noticeably different on the main and sub receivers. BSET is your friend. Not sure if NR and ATT settings translate to Line Out audio levels... but maybe. Scott AD5HS On 2/22/2019 12:28 PM, Nate Bargmann wrote: No ideas at all regarding this or did I fail to explain the issue I a

Re: [Elecraft] Can anyone share a picture K3 with KPA1500

2019-02-10 Thread Scott Manthe
QST ad actually showed what he was requesting in his original post, it is very likely that he isn't a member of the ARRL and doesn't get QST. 73, Scott N9AA On 2/10/19 9:41 PM, K2bew wrote: QST February 2019 Page 21 - Click this to read https://goo.gl/QpCjVp On Sun, Feb 10, 2019, 9:40 AM

Re: [Elecraft] K3S boom mic ensemble options.

2019-02-10 Thread Scott
il XLR cable needed for your mic and radio. You're then done with the hardware and it's just a matter of setting up your mic in the radio. I have used the Heil PR781 and a nice Shure on the boom with no problems. Good luck. Scott AD5HS On 2/9/2019 2:53 PM, Brian “VE3BWP” Pietrzyk wrote: I

[Elecraft] K3/0-mini disassembly

2019-01-19 Thread Scott Townley
ngage them.  Of course I'd prefer to do this without destroying them and leaving four holes in the back. Any suggestions? TIA, Scott NX7U -- Scott NX7U __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] ES80 case fit KX3/PX3 with side KX panels?

2018-11-18 Thread Scott Bastian
The Side KX end panels and cover will fit just fine the ES80 case! The ends and cover only protrude above the VFO Knob by about .125” Scott AK6Q www.gemsproducts.com Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Wayne Burdick Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2018 09:38 To: e...@elecraft.com; kd6

Re: [Elecraft] (OT maybe) 3Y0I Bouvet using K3's?

2018-11-17 Thread Scott Manthe
It's a Polish DXpedition sponsored by the Norwegian Polar Institute (among others). Hence the Norwegian flag t-shirts, but no Norwegians. 73, Scott N9AA On 11/17/18 1:14 PM, ab2tc wrote: Hi all, This DX-pedition must be one of the best kept secrets in town. I was able to find their web site

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 "Wake on LAN"

2018-10-20 Thread Scott
ill need to be done on the appropriate network adapter for all the machines you want to work with wake on LAN. That should get your hardware on both machines in a state where they will work for wake on LAN operations and wake on LAN software. Now if there is a configuration issue or bug

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: Intermittent loss of RX sensitivity

2018-09-16 Thread Scott Manthe
I appreciate the comments and that good RF connectors are important, but how would a bad connector cause the KX3 to only lose sensitivity on 30/40 meters? 73, Scott N9AA On 9/16/18 2:34 PM, Jim Brown wrote: On 9/16/2018 9:08 AM, Dick Dievendorff wrote: I have had this with other radios

[Elecraft] KX3: Intermittent loss of RX sensitivity

2018-09-16 Thread Scott Manthe
d have any suggestions on the cause and a cure? 73, Scott N9AA __ 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 hoste

Re: [Elecraft] K2 encoder installation 2018

2018-09-02 Thread Scott
Looks like I missed Don's earlier response. Sorry for taking up the bandwidth. Scott AD5HS On 9/2/2018 6:30 AM, Ted Salmon wrote: The encoder plus attached PC board is attached to the Front Panel with a lock washer and 1/2" hex nut on the encoder shaft. The diameter of the hole on my

Re: [Elecraft] K2 encoder installation 2018

2018-09-02 Thread Scott
n you use thin paper as an insulator between the two boards. That's about all I know. If I have any of that wrong I'm sure Don will chime in soon and correct me. I'm still working on K2 #7815, just a bit further along than you. Good Luck. Scott AD5HS On 9/2/2018 6:30 AM, Ted Salmon wrot

[Elecraft] WTB: KXAT3 antenna tuner

2018-08-31 Thread Scott Manthe
Hi to the list! Does anyone have a used KXAT3 they'd like to sell? Thanks! Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] KX3 DX

2018-08-19 Thread Scott Manthe
Just worked TX5T on 14.028 with 5 watts on the KX3. I don't usually brag, but this was a nice QRP contact. 73, Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3

2018-08-15 Thread Scott Manthe
Thank you, Doug! The fact that a retired colonel in the U.S. military made that comment is offensive. 73, Scott N9AA On 8/15/18 5:54 PM, Doug Person wrote: You do realize that Japan is a serious economic and military ally... and has been since the end of WWII. You're saying you won't buy

[Elecraft] WTB: KXAT3 Tuner

2018-07-30 Thread Scott Manthe
Does anyone have a spare KXAT3 tuner they'd like to part with? I'm getting my used but new to me KX3 rounded into shape and if I found one used, I'd love to put the tuner in it. Thanks and 73, Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] Ngen Wideband Noise Generator Mini Module Kit Problem

2018-07-29 Thread Scott
silkscreen and the metal pad was my confusion. I guess my color vision is starting to go. At any rate, it is now clear how to solder it to the board. Thanks again to everyone. Now to solder it and get the spare back to Elecraft. Scott AD5HS On 7/28/2018 11:03 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Scott, Tho

[Elecraft] Ngen Wideband Noise Generator Mini Module Kit Problem

2018-07-28 Thread Scott
nd figured it out or Elecraft is going to have to give me some guidance on how to solder this part to the board because it sure is not obvious to me. Scott AD5HS __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/ele

[Elecraft] KXAT3 Antenna Tuner

2018-07-27 Thread Scott Manthe
I'm looking for a used KXAT3 KX3 antenna tuner. I know it's a long shot, but does anyone on the list have one they want to sell? 73, Scott N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Responsiveness

2018-07-22 Thread Scott Manthe
/replacing-one-of-the-kx3s-encoders/ 73, Scott n9AA On 7/22/18 8:00 PM, Bert via Elecraft wrote: My old KX3 (S/N 763) is a great performer but I'm concerned about the "responsiveness" of the AF/RF Squelch encoder knob. The VFO (?) knobs (A and B) work great and the response to turns is

[Elecraft] Changing defective KX3 VFO B encoder

2018-07-21 Thread Scott Manthe
. Is the button pad removable without damage to it or the Mylar membrane? Thanks in advance- Scott, N9AA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

[Elecraft] Matching the KX3's textured paint

2018-07-16 Thread Scott Manthe
ely match the powder coat on the KX3's heatsink? Thanks, Scott N9AA __ 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 l

Re: [Elecraft] OT OT OT OT Vanity call question OT OT OT OT

2018-07-13 Thread Scott Manthe
Here is a pretty comprehensive history of amateur radio and callsigns: http://ac6v.com/history.htm 73, Scott N9AA On 7/13/18 5:46 PM, kevinr wrote: OK then. I have been curious about the history of the assignment of call signs. In prior times there were only 9 call 'districts' (for want

[Elecraft] KX3 VFO B encoder replacement

2018-07-10 Thread Scott Manthe
with a soldering iron, having replaced SMD diodes and transistor on occasion, but I'd hesitate with my oldish eyes to want to do much more than that. It'd be nice to save the $125 trip to Elecraft, but I don't want to make a minor problem worse. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. 73, Scott N9AA

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 installation on side?

2018-07-08 Thread Scott Manthe
The feet are there for transport. I'm betting, because the way the case is designed, that leaving it sitting on its side is probably not a good idea. But I don't have a concrete reason, other than the weight of the transformer and the design of the case. 73, Scott N9AA On 7/8/18 1:56 PM

Re: [Elecraft] K-Line Climate Control

2018-07-04 Thread Scott Manthe
I'd bet that doing this will shorten the lives of both the K3 and the KPA1500, maybe significantly. 73, Scott N9AA On 7/4/18 11:42 AM, alapa...@w2cs.net wrote: I’m at the point now in my household move where I should like to put my K-Line (K3/KPA1500) out in a shed about 200’ from the house

[Elecraft] WTB: Nice KX3

2018-07-02 Thread Scott Manthe
high capacity battery from Batteries America, along with everything that a new one comes with. Please don't scold me for the FT-818, I know what I did was wrong and I'm trying to right that wrong now... Please reply to my email to avoid list clutter and 73 to all! Scott N9AA n9aa at arrl dot

Re: [Elecraft] Heil HC4 and KX3

2018-06-29 Thread Scott Manthe
ght not be the best choice. I'm sure you'll get lots of feedback on this. 73, Scott N9AA On 6/29/18 1:28 PM, Eddy Avila wrote: I have an older Heil headset that uses the HC4 mic, will this sound ok on my KX3? Thanks and 73 ed __ E

[Elecraft] K2 Build: Requesting Tips and Tricks

2018-06-15 Thread Scott
smooth and relatively quick. At any rate, all suggestions are welcome. Thanks in advance. Scott AD5HS __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

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