Re: [Elecraft] Noise from KAT500?

2023-12-03 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
To me, it sounds like that when the ATU is inline (& I presume you let it tune to that antenna at some point.  Yes/No?) The antenna is better matched to the transmission line, so more of the on-air "ambient" noise is delivered to the RX. I get the same here, where 60m is quite noisy anyway. 

Re: [Elecraft] - K3 INTERFACE WITH LDG Z100A

2022-09-14 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
vvy entrepreneurs to bring to market. 73, N8YSZ. -- Dan Brown On Sep 14, 2022, at 04:06, Dave B via Elecraft wrote: Morning... Sounds like a job for an Arduino or PIC Micro, to interface between radio and ATU, and possibly with additional indicators/buttons etc... ATU on one side (two I/

Re: [Elecraft] - K3 INTERFACE WITH LDG Z100A

2022-09-14 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Morning... Sounds like a job for an Arduino or PIC Micro, to interface between radio and ATU, and possibly with additional indicators/buttons etc... ATU on one side (two I/O lines from the sound of things, with maybe some voltage level changing) and radio CAT interface on the other on a

Re: [Elecraft] warranty

2022-08-01 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I had a KPA500 issue 5 months after purchase. I took out the coil (the heavy part) and paid for shipping back to the mother ship. They fixed it really fast and sent back at no charge. Could not be more pleased with their service.  On Monday, August 1, 2022 at 03:52:30 PM EDT, wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] COM port problems

2022-07-07 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Ham terms.  No awards, no WAC, WAB, or whatever.  But I can diagnose faults, fix and adapt stuff. On Sun, Jul 3, 2022 at 7:04 AM Dave B via Elecraft wrote: FYI... Windows users, can use these utilities to find out what is/was connected to their PC's by USB etc... USBview

Re: [Elecraft] COM port problems

2022-07-03 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
FYI... Windows users, can use these utilities to find out what is/was connected to their PC's by USB etc... USBview:  A Microsoft (was System Internals who MS bought) tool. The easiest way to find it is here:- https://ftdichip.com/utilities/  "Microsoft USBView - USB Connection Viewer" There

[Elecraft] PS: Elecraft Digest, Vol 219, Issue 2

2022-07-02 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
t!  Just a user who knows a little more than most. Forwarded Message Subject:Re: Elecraft Digest, Vol 219, Issue 2 Date: Sat, 2 Jul 2022 12:02:49 +0100 From: Dave B To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Hi. At the very least, see if the embedded Linux it uses (what ve

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 219, Issue 2

2022-07-02 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi. At the very least, see if the embedded Linux it uses (what version of what distro, anyone know?  I've not seen anything re that mentioned...) has a firewall facility you can invoke and setup. Even if it is only possible from the command line.   They can have full network connectivity,

[Elecraft] FS: K2/100 and KAT100 at Dayton

2022-05-17 Thread Tom B
Hello All, I am selling my K2/100 and KAT100 at Dayton.  I don't want to ship this.  I bought this from an estate a few years ago and really haven't done anything with it.   It has options KSB2, KPA100, K160M, KDSP2, K60XV, KAT100, and an MH2 mic.  The serial number is in the 6k range.  I am

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Remote Software?

2021-12-24 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Waiting for Elecraft to finally get they supply of Kyber Crystal's.  Cannot wait to see Wayne demonstrating the mini light Saber at Dayton this year.  Will finally be able to remotely eliminate the equipment of the "tuner uppers" during nets. Way to go Master council member Madolyn, masters

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Remote Software?

2021-12-24 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
I heard that one of the major competitors is working on TSFoldDX mode. They fold space and time so that you can just talk to the DX face to face and hand the QSL card over in person.  Sadly, that was put on hold due to Covid concerns. They had it working briefly about 10 years ago, but the

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: KX3 lithium ion polymer internal battery

2021-10-04 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Oct to early May.  Had 11 days below -65F ... when it finally warmed up to -30F, it felt like field jacket wx rather than parkas. 73, Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County On 10/4/2021 4:17 PM, Ken B wrote: Well you have not been to Hell Michigan.  I can 10

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: KX3 lithium ion polymer internal battery

2021-10-04 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Well you have not been to Hell Michigan.  I can 100% confirm it freezes over yearly  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Oct 4, 2021 at 7:10 PM, jerry wrote: On 2021-10-04 15:12, Skip Jensen wrote: > I would put an LiPoly inside one of my radios right after it has been > reliably

Re: [Elecraft] In Line Power Pole Fuses

2021-07-25 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
> Dave and all, > > Placing the fuse near the power supply end is the way to do it. > In the event of a short, the power wire can spew metal and start a fire. > Always fuse near the power supply.? A fuse at the equipment end will > only protect the equipment, but will expose the wire from the

Re: [Elecraft] Old DOS computers

2021-06-29 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
If anyone thinks a "New" PC out of the box, is "secure"? Think again, they are far from secure, unless you spend several hours disabling a lot of "phone home" & auto update facilities in all the pre-installed (and usually unwanted) crap-ware (sometimes including parts of the OS itself) that

[Elecraft] SP3 wanted

2021-06-16 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Anyone have a SP3 they would like to sell? Thanks Ken WB8PKK __ 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

[Elecraft] Trying to connect K3s to Win 10 and Expert 2K amp. Db9/serial port problem

2021-06-10 Thread b...@feldtman.com
I have read the Elecraft K3s manual, K3 manual, Expert 2K manual.. realize that I need to try to use db9..(RJ45) and have been told to use a Y connector (using the y connector I purchased from Elecraft for P3 display but I don’t use it).. and connect only two wires to Expert (ground and RXD-

Re: [Elecraft] Gurus

2021-06-10 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Should be easy to gauge... How "clean" (or otherwise) is his signal on your RX, with no antenna connected, and all the RX attenuation switched in. Perhaps also fit a well screened dummy load to the rig's antenna port(s) Also disconnecting just about everything else except the power (and put

Re: [Elecraft] This does not bode well for the chip users of the world

2021-04-29 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Its affecting everything - Tried to by a bunch of 555 timing chips for the local troops scouting project - none around, glad we don't need them till November.   On Thursday, April 29, 2021, 04:50:57 PM EDT, Wayne Burdick wrote: Many off-the-shelf parts are affected as well. Wayne

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

2021-03-28 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Re:- > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] How and How Often to Clean KPA-1500 Cooling > Systems? > Message-ID: > > > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="Windows-1252" > > As you know, I run my amp in a single amp,

Re: [Elecraft] Email security

2021-01-30 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Sadly Andy, as you can see below, the list machinery already shows your email address anyway. If you want privacy, use a different email address for public, and private stuff.  Oh, and avoid services like MSN. 73. Dave G0WBX/G8KBV from my googlemail account (I have at least two others, one I do

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones for Hearing Loss

2021-01-26 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Following with great interest - as have a similar issue  On Tuesday, January 26, 2021, 11:24:41 AM EST, Joseph Shuman via Elecraft wrote: I have severe high-frequency hearing loss, up to 85 dB at 6-8KHz and 60 dB at 3-4KHz.  Lower than that my hearing is close to normal for my age.  I

Re: [Elecraft] How to download firmware into K4

2021-01-18 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
For a fraction of the price of one of those Amazon things ($60 US, of unknown repute and support.) You could buy one of the old Lynksys Blue/Grey WRT54G routers (Well known with lots of free expertise "out there") and re-configure it to work as a WiFi/Wired LAN Bridge. Generally rock solid

Re: [Elecraft] Waaay OT: A new kind of QRM to be aware of ... warning issued by FCC today

2021-01-18 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Wayne can you please reshare the news letter.  My old eyes appear to have missed it  Thanks Ken Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Jan 18, 2021 at 11:58 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Either I post here or start a blog :) (Seriously, as fun distractions go, I vote for our newsletter

Re: [Elecraft] K4HD Availability Schedule

2021-01-13 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
week. The 22nd. Grant NQ5T Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 13, 2021, at 6:50 PM, Ken B via Elecraft > wrote: > >  What meeting on Friday ? > >    On Wednesday, January 13, 2021, 05:47:36 PM EST, Paul Van Dyke > wrote:  > > I would say that is a question for the Zo

Re: [Elecraft] K4HD Availability Schedule

2021-01-13 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
What meeting on Friday ?  On Wednesday, January 13, 2021, 05:47:36 PM EST, Paul Van Dyke wrote: I would say that is a question for the Zoom meeting Friday Paul Van Dyke    KB9AVO On Wed, Jan 13, 2021 at 11:55 AM w4sc wrote: > Has estimated date of K4HD availability been revealed? 

[Elecraft] KX3 firmware issue?

2020-12-26 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi. I'm seeing strangeness between the command values used to set the AF Gain, and what is returned when you query it, even using the KX3 utility software (v1.2.12.21) The front panel control range is 0 to 60.  The values returned when querying the radio follow that just fine as you query it

[Elecraft] KX3util error on Linux Mint 19.3 64 bit.

2020-12-21 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi. Decided to update the KX3.  (Having also just updated the XG3Util software, and found that device was up-to-date.) Downloaded the current kx3util software (Linux x86 version) from the Elecraft site, and got that "installed" such as it is. Comm's established with the radio via genuine

Re: [Elecraft] Smoke detectors

2020-10-29 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Well, RF (AKA "Radio Waves") can falsely trigger all sorts of equipment that was not "designed" to work with, or be influenced by them. That is the classic EMC Susceptibility or Immunity problem.  Basically, poor design and/or implementation of the affected (or sometimes bad installation of an

Re: [Elecraft] K3, k4 Black knobs

2020-10-16 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I am thinking of recessing some LEDs in the table in front of the equipment for low light operation and trying to decide what color would be best. Thank you Ken WB8PKK   On Friday, October 16, 2020, 10:18:48 AM EDT, Rich NE1EE <73.de.ne...@gmail.com> wrote: Another way to roll your own

Re: [Elecraft] K3, k4 Black knobs

2020-10-16 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Why do you use red  and not blue or green  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Fri, Oct 16, 2020 at 9:18 AM, Rich NE1EE<73.de.ne...@gmail.com> wrote: I just looked at my keychain light. Says Night Reader by David Chandler Company

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Status

2020-10-09 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Good afternoon - Did anything get posted  On Thursday, October 8, 2020, 02:18:57 PM EDT, Tom Doligalski via Elecraft wrote: Just got off the phone with Eric. The K4 is steadily shipping, and they are working diligently to get through the huge numbers of orders.The company is in

[Elecraft] K4 Estimated Shipping

2020-10-02 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Good afternoon Eric  Wayne mentioned there would be an update on shipping of the fully paid units. Would you be able top please give a "cracked Crystal Ball" estimate to the USA? Thank you Ken WB8PKK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Why predistortion ?

2020-09-14 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
lifier" systems are also often used in other cases, where a clean low power class A amp in effect "corrects" the output of a much more powerful, more efficient but not as linear (class B) amplifier by means of a combiner, dynamically adding or subtracting "signal" as ne

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-06 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I as well have a K4 on deposit and think a "get it working" 5-10 page instruction would be really nice, as well as a searchable complete manual. Guessing youtube videos will come with time just as it did on the K3.  Can hardly wait for the K4 - maybe a surprise under the tree.  Thank you Ken 

Re: [Elecraft] Free shipping

2020-07-31 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Totally agree.    Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Fri, Jul 31, 2020 at 11:55 AM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft wrote: Maybe but I have to imagine that the recent past has been rough and tough for Elecraft on many fronts. I for one will be thrilled just to receive my K4 and happy to pay the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 power out

2020-07-13 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi. I would not trust a Bird 43 or similar meter for any "Measurements" whatsoever. Especially if you cannot prove that the slugs and meter body were calibrated together. They are notoriously inaccurate, but are good for quick "power presence" indications, and "ball bark" VSWR checks. I

Re: [Elecraft] Spurs on 6 meters on FT8 Barney K3LA

2020-06-17 Thread Chester B Scholl Jr
After further thought at lunch I realize that I did replace both sockets. I still remember getting them unsoldered. My other unrelated comment is that I hope the lessons learned from the K3 will make it into the K4 and that the K4 whenever it appears. Barney K3LA -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] Balanced Mic to Unbalanced Connection Follow Up, Question

2020-06-10 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Both would work. Sketch out the equivalent circuit and you'll see why. As to using a TRS or TS 1/8th (3.5mm) plug, you'll have to consult the radio's manual to see exactly what's connected to the tip and ring, and if the sleeve is actually connected directly to the chassis, not via a convoluted

Re: [Elecraft] Two instances of WSJT on K3s with SubRX?

2020-06-10 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
A question best asked on the WSJTx support list, where the developers hang out..     https://wsjtx.groups.io/g/main There are plenty of people there using K3's etc. In any case, it may be more of a Hamlib issue, than WSJTx, and there is "lots" of work going on at the moment with Hamlib. 73.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 0n motorboat

2020-06-10 Thread Erik B
The original poster wants something aesthetically acceptable but performing as well as possible within those limits, whatever they might be. He didn't say it has to be a solution available over the counter. He doesn't say that experimentation is unacceptable. So I suggest that he first construct a

[Elecraft] [OT] Birds and DX

2020-06-08 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Try a plastic Owl, Hawk, or other dummy predator mounted on the near the antenna, but in full view.. It too, may detune things a bit if mounted on it, but at least it'll be there all the time!... 73. Dave G0WBX. On 07/06/2020 18:29, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: > From: Andy Durbin

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-28 Thread Erik B
John, I have been using my K3 (sometimes together with my second one) for FD at 100W for many years with excellent results. The power source is pre-charged lead acid batteries which we change as needed. Sometimes the battery in use is assisted by an ancient solar panel that probably doesn't

Re: [Elecraft] 40 meter SSB net

2020-05-11 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
50 lashes with a wet noodle to the person sitting in the big chair.   You missed WB8PKK Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, May 11, 2020 at 11:39 AM, Steve Hall<99sun...@gmail.com> wrote: Thanks to all that participated and those relaying. We meet each Sunday at 1800Z, 7280 KHz. WM6P 

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones

2020-05-07 Thread Erik B
I second the suggestion that RX EQ be separate for left and right sides. Almost a year ago I was diagnosed with a severe hearing problem on the L ear only, where some high freqencies are exaggerated but the normal speech frequency range is severely attenuated. When people speak into my L ear, I

[Elecraft] K3: OK to Use Mono Adapter Jack on “Key” port?

2020-05-01 Thread B Deuby
I want to experiment using my UR5CDX CT 755 single paddle keyer as a cootie. I understand that this can be done by fitting a mono adapter jack on the end of the (stereo) keyer cable jack and plugging it into the K3 "Key" port. I seem to recall reading a caution concerning the use of mono and

Re: [Elecraft] K4 S-meter characteristics

2020-04-23 Thread Chester B Scholl Jr
The question was more an understanding of the reasoning, which you answered, rather than a request, since other manufacturers include such faces. Just thinking, if auto makers included bar graphs they could fit more on a given screen but might take our eyes off the road longer. Enough of these

[Elecraft] K4 features

2020-04-19 Thread B.
Hi Folks, I was looking at the information on the Elecraft website regarding the K4 and its features and functions and either missed or could not find any reference to a couple of items I wanted to know about. Specifically, I was looking for confirmation of, or mention of, if the K4 has the same

Re: [Elecraft] K-4 capabilities

2020-04-19 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Anxiously awaiting it.   There was promises of more and frequent conversation unless I am mistaken.   I paid for it in full and am not going to cancel it but would like more information Thank youWB8PKK Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sun, Apr 19, 2020 at 1:09 PM, Doug Turnbull wrote:

[Elecraft] K4 VHF module

2020-04-03 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Good evening  Quick Q - is there a rough ETA when the VHF module will be ready for the K4.  Thank you Ken WB8PKK  __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] Usb-lsb audio tone - Mike iw3smr-Italy

2020-03-25 Thread mic b
Hi, I'm an OM from Udine, northern Italy. I own a K3 and I noticed that changing the mode from Usb to Lsb the audio tone varies slightly. It's normal? The five-pole filter has the center frequency set correctly as per the label. Is it possible to vary the carrier frequency of the sidebands?

Re: [Elecraft] S6 noise floor?

2020-02-26 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi Jerry. The first thing to check, is if the "noise" is from your own stuff, or outside you immediate control. You can do that easily, by running the rig from batteries (internal or external) and turning the house off at the main incoming switch. If the noise level drop's significantly, then

[Elecraft] Help please - Introduction of ham radio to kids

2020-02-23 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
If this posting is not allowed please feel free to delete it.  Our local club has been asked to present an introduction to ham radio for a couple of local youth organizations. We are planning a number of hands on activities and need help with people talking back to the kids. It would be great

[Elecraft] My prediction for Dayton 2020

2020-02-17 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
My Prediction Eric will mention that all prepaid K4's have been shipped. Ken WB8PKK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] K3S relay noise when using Rx ANT IN port

2020-02-03 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
I'm somewhat surprised Elecraft don't just flip that relay into the "protect" position whenever the radio Transmits. Or at least have a menu option for that relay's behaviour, that defaults to the "Safe" situation (RX made "Safe" during TX.)  But if you really do need to, able to be set so the RX

[Elecraft] CORRECTION! Re: KX3 with KX3 Companion application

2020-01-09 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Sorry, just noticed from the KX3 companion website, that I/Q input is not needed, just the audio output (via an attenuator into the tablet's mic input) the waterfall it shows is just the recovered AF bandwidth, not like other tools.   But that will need a 1:2 audio splitter/attenuator, so you can

[Elecraft] Dear Santa

2019-12-17 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I have been really really good this year, you can even ask the smart one of the family.   Will there be a K4 gift under the tree Thanks sad looking puppy dog eyes Ken.  WB8PKK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] The Phone Call

2019-12-11 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
A personal account  I did up front pay for a K4 based on the customer service, quality, and a recommendation of N1MGO.   This type of attention to detail and service is unheard of these days  Ken. WB8PKK Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Wed, Dec 11, 2019 at 3:09 PM, Joseph Street wrote:

[Elecraft] FS: Sound cards for digital modes

2019-11-28 Thread Erik B
I am thinning my collection of sound cards, all high-quality units in great condition, suitable for digital modes: ASUS Xonar U7 (USB, 2 units, $50 each, plus shipping), Tascam US-100 (USB, 1 unit, $50 plus shipping), M-Audio Audiophile 2496 (1 unit, PCI internal card, includes MIDI, $35 plus

Re: [Elecraft] KX4???

2019-11-21 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Dear Santa   a Christmas package would be oh so nice. Even if it required several firmware updates after  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Thu, Nov 21, 2019 at 3:16 PM, Tox wrote: Eric also presented on it at Pacificon a month ago. While I would love some good news tonight, I'm kinda

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 187, Issue 3

2019-11-04 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Any persistent lubrication. "Copper slip" graphite grease, whatever.  Stainless is not ideal in an outside situation where dirt can over time get into the threads, that then result in the metal "galling" (partial seizing/self welding) when you try to move it. Regular BZP or Galvanised types

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Delivery

2019-10-31 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Any update on delivery dates  Thank you Ken WB8PKK Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 11:32 PM, Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft wrote: Hi Tom, I apologize for any confusion on K4 status. We really appreciate the support you and others have given us with your K4

[Elecraft] K3 CW Text Decoding

2019-10-07 Thread B Deuby
I am unable to get the Text Decode function on my K3 to produce accurate results. I have employed the tweaks suggested in the K3 manual, but the text produced bears little resemblance to the code that was sent. Ordinarily I would ascribe a problem like this to operator error - but I don’t

Re: [Elecraft] Fantastic Service

2019-10-03 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
t;> On 10/3/2019 5:25 PM, Ken B via Elecraft wrote: >> Now to somehow convince the CFO and chief cookie counter > > Get her interested in sewing machines or looms. I NEVER have to ask my XYL > about buying

[Elecraft] Fantastic Service

2019-10-03 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I just had an excellent call with Bruce from Elecraft service. While discussing the issue with my KPA500 we also drifted into the K4.  That sounds like the perfect radio for myself. Now to somehow convince the CFO and chief cookie counter 

Re: [Elecraft] KX3; Firmware Update

2019-10-01 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi. The KX3 Utility Rev 1.18.7.3 (the Linux version* at least) does have a "Set KX3 Time" function, under the "Configuration" tab. Perhaps there is a later rev utility for your system OS, than you have at the moment? 73. Dave G0WBX. (* Running the x86 version on Mint 19.2 64 bit, with all the

Re: [Elecraft] KX4 Features ??

2019-08-21 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Speculation mode engaged. For one thing, if a USB Hub functionality was also built in, you then only need one physical USB connection between radio and computer, and you could have full Rig Control, + USB Audio I/O, a well as the usual KX3 utility functionality (firmware updates etc.) Ideally, a

Re: [Elecraft] Windows Update and the K3 USB Audio

2019-08-02 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
that > difficult. > > Bill > 920-421-1172 > > > *From:* elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net > on behalf of Dave B via Elecraft > > *Sent:* Thursday, August 1, 2019 4:15:01 AM > *To:* elecraft@mailm

Re: [Elecraft] Windows Update and the K3 USB Audio

2019-08-01 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Re:- If your radio computers must be connected to the internet, as mine are for DX clusters, Club Log, firmware updates, etc., etc., then this may not be a good idea, since older systems are targets for malware. When MS stops supplying security patches, the situation will become even worse.

[Elecraft] Subject: The ability to send screen shots

2019-07-31 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
This is a text mode list, so it would I think need more than a casual change to accommodate images or attachments. However...  There is nothing to stop you from posting images to your favourite photo sharing site (such as, but not only photobucket) then (most importantly) making it publicly

Re: [Elecraft] Silent power supply for a K3s

2019-06-13 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Easy way out of this mess, if a little expensive... A big PSU dedicated to the rig(s), implementing "Remote Sensing" so at a distribution point close to the radio(s) the DC voltage is held constant, irrespective of the cable length from the PSU. This power supply should have a proper overload

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Linux Infrastructure

2019-06-04 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
proof.  Educate the users first.  If nothing else, listen to the "Security Now" podcasts by your countrymen.  https://twit.tv/sn  (Another episode later today.)  Entertaining, and you might get an appreciation of just how much mayhem is going on out there right now. Happy Days! Dave B G0WBX.

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 181, Issue 25

2019-05-20 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
U's for "non industrial" use are largely outlawed over here for such high power applications these days. Regards. Dave B G0WBX. -- Created on and sent from a Unix like PC running and using free and open source software. :: __ Elecraf

[Elecraft] Possibly dumb question

2019-03-31 Thread B.
Hi Folks, Thanks to all for the response to my question. While I do not intend to upload the configuration of one K3 to another, I do want to have the MENU and CONFIG information pulled from the radio. It appears that Win4K3suite will do this and I have downloaded the 30 day free trial version

[Elecraft] Possibly dumb question...

2019-03-31 Thread B.
Hi Folks, I have been trying to find a way to "dump" or list out all the settings in my K3s for the MENU options as well as the settings for the CONFIG options without going through the front panel display and writing them all down. The reason is to be able to make the same settings on

[Elecraft] Subject: Re: Hub4Com

2019-03-09 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
If it's just a need for one bit of software, to send the same command to two devices at the same time.  Just parallel wire some connectors together. One Serial OUTPUT, will usually drive two INPUT's without issue.   All you need is the TXD wired to two RXD's, and the corresponding ground/common

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Astron linear PS regulation issues

2019-02-25 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I have 2 Astrons and they are great supplies. On both replaced the caps and all was very quiet Ken WB8PKK Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Feb 25, 2019 at 8:04 PM, h...@optilink.us wrote: Filter caps bad?  AC on the DC supply side maybe?  A well made linear supply does not make

[Elecraft] Elecraft service commendation

2019-01-04 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Good evening all I am truly amazed at the quality of Customer Service I just received. It takes a lot to impress me, Doug and crew did a fantastic job helping to trouble shoot a potential newby configuration issue. The Disney company does fantastic customer service trainings for all their

Re: [Elecraft] OT: USPS mailing

2019-01-02 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I am completely satisifed with anything shipped from Elecraft.  Sent from Yahoo Mail on  -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Rose Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:41 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] OT: USPS mailing I've been making

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2019-01-01 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
a tune and should break the key line causing the KPA to drop out of transmit. KB>>> Did not occur - kept output of 480 Watts From: Jack Brindle To: Ken B Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2018 9:53 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 wi

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2019-01-01 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
d with the KAT working properly when I change bands Thank you Ken From: Jack Brindle To: Ken B Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2018 8:28 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable Great! Thanks for the detail. Table

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2019-01-01 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Thank you Jack Will do it all today. Sunday after church and evening we preparing for the charity meal. We served 581 people and was to wiped to do anything yesterday. Thank you Ken KC1ICN From: Jack Brindle To: Ken B Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, Decembe

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-31 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Thank you Jack Sorry for the delay was helping to prepare for todays town wide charity dinner, where we typically feed 4-500 people Will check when I get back home later today.   From: Jack Brindle To: Ken B Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, December 30, 20

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-30 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Thank you - I followed Fig 3 on page 10 which is specific to ICOM. Yes all cables ohm'd out with no shorts   From: Jack Brindle To: Ken B Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2018 8:28 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 acces

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-30 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
/30/2018 4:13 PM, Ken B via Elecraft wrote: > Good evening  The Icom IC-7600 KAT500, and KPA500 are each grounded to a > single terminal strip with a #10 cable directly to a ground rod 15 ft away. > The rod is 12 ft deep. Both the KAP and KTA were factory built as my > soldering

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-30 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
disruptingoperations on band change. The question would be what is connected to ground that should not be, and where?Are the KPA and KATs kits or did they come assembled? 73!Jack, W6FB On Dec 30, 2018, at 2:22 PM, Ken B wrote: Please allow me to clairify.   Everyone deserves time off.  I work 60

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-30 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
what is going on from this information and hopefully get a good solution for you quickly. 73! Jack, W6FB Elecraft Engineering > On Dec 30, 2018, at 1:55 PM, Ken B via Elecraft > wrote: > > Thanks for the suggestion > Sorry for the delay the wife and I went out. The only way I

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-30 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
will compute the SWR and if it is below 1.5, it will go into bypass - no tuning is necessary. Is it possible that either one of those conditions exist? 73, Don W3FPR On 12/30/2018 6:12 AM, Ken B wrote: > Yes  from the 7600 accessory 1 pin 3 to the kat500 > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Andr

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-30 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
. 73, Don W3FPR On 12/29/2018 10:13 PM, Ken B wrote: > Thank you Don. > The pin 3 (send) did the trick perfectly. Now it works at 300 to 400 > watts out with 20 in. The problem i have now is when i switch bands > the kat will not tune unless i remove all AC power from the amp. >

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-29 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
et the proper cable, it will integrate better with your Icom, but the basic cabling will get you on the air with your new toys. 73, Don W3FPR On 12/27/2018 11:14 PM, Ken B via Elecraft wrote: > Just received my the kap500 and found out it was missing the accessory cable > which goes from t

[Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7600 accessory cable

2018-12-27 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Just received my the kap500 and found out it was missing the accessory cable which goes from the icom 7600 to the kat500. Elecraft is sending one but it might take a week. In the mean time does anyone have the accessory pin outs to rca plug so i can make one and use my new toy. Thank

Re: [Elecraft] Season's best

2018-12-24 Thread Peter B
Hi Rose and Ken, Happy Holidays from Amsterdam!! 88/73 Peter PD1RP Op za 22 dec. 2018 om 22:25 schreef Rose > Ken and I want to send each of you our best > Holiday wishes. > > Merry Christmas! > > 88 / 73 > > Rose (N7HKW) / Ken (K0PP) >

Re: [Elecraft] KX3util & XG3util on 64 bit Linux? FIXED

2018-12-23 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Right.. Not exactly the usual done thing, answering ones own question, but here goes... ~ ~ ~ I had previously performed:-     $ sudo apt-add-architecture i386 as recommended elsewhere.  However that was not enough. I found I also needed:-     $ sudo apt install ia32-libs-multiarch That

[Elecraft] KX3util & XG3util on 64 bit Linux?

2018-12-20 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
Hi. On Linux Mint 19, 64 bit. Have the 32 bit compatibility tools installed, but neither the XG3 or KX3 Utilities will launch, both complaining about dave@dave-HP-Compaq-8200-Elite-USDT-PC:~/Elecraft/xg3util_1_13_6_4$ ./xg3util Failed to find/load Framework library

Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Disabling TX INHIBIT on K3S

2018-11-15 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
I've not checked in detail what PTT inhibit the KX3 has, but I have tripped it up on one occasion in the past, but I forget how how I un-tripped it! Certainly in some circumstances an external "interlock loop" could be useful to have, or a key switch on the front! On my TS870s, Menu 27 set to

[Elecraft] Timekeeping (was Re: CODEC)

2018-10-09 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
You might as well say, why use an OS that was originally designed to run on 16 bit hardware. Like Windows (and I'm /not/ a MS fan)  Meinberg (and others including NTP/NTPD itself) have moved on along with the times. It's the NTP protocol handling that's important, not the GUI you see.   But by

[Elecraft] Timekeeping (was Re: CODEC)

2018-10-09 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
In that case, just change the default time server that Windows is trying to use, to   pool.ntp.org   (works anywhere in the world you have reliable* internet.) Or..   north-america.pool.ntp.org   If you're in the USA. See  https://www.pool.ntp.org/zone/north-america   and  

Re: [Elecraft] CODEC

2018-10-03 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
You could always create something in Python, to have the computer read and save the current rig settings you will alter, then invoke whatever digimode software you use, then restore those radio settings to "normal" after you've done. There's lots of info out there regarding how to use serial

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 173, Issue 24

2018-09-27 Thread Alan B via Elecraft
73 Alan > On 27 Sep 2018, at 18:43, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: > > Send Elecraft mailing list submissions to >elecraft@mailman.qth.net > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit >http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > or, via email, send a

[Elecraft] Subject: Re: KPA1500 - Static IPv4 address

2018-09-20 Thread Dave B via Elecraft
A better way, perhaps... Leave DHCP enabled in the PA and any other equipment, but make a written note of the PA's LAN port MAC address.  (And that of any other LAN connected device you have.) In your router (or other DHCP providing gadget) look in it's setup for "address reservation" or similar

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