Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency

2023-12-04 Thread Jim Kutsch KY2D
Kutsch KY2D Cc: Elecraft List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency Are you "Holding" Sub to turn on sub? If so you might be going into Diversity and VFO A controls both receivers. Can't ask how I know that! 73 George AI4VZ On Sun, Dec 3, 2023

Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency

2023-12-04 Thread George Danner
irst things I tried. No > joy. > > > > 73 Jim KY2D > > > > > > > > From: Ed Parish > Sent: Sunday, December 3, 2023 12:08 > To: Jim Kutsch KY2D > Cc: Elecraft List > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency > > > >

Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency

2023-12-03 Thread Jim Kutsch KY2D
Hi Ed, Thanks for the reply. Yes, that was one of the first things I tried. No joy. 73 Jim KY2D From: Ed Parish Sent: Sunday, December 3, 2023 12:08 To: Jim Kutsch KY2D Cc: Elecraft List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency Did you try B.SET

Re: [Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency

2023-12-03 Thread Ed Parish
Did you try B.SET and then unlock? On Sun, Dec 3, 2023, 12:06 Jim Kutsch KY2D wrote: > When the K3S sub-RX is turned on, VFO B does nothing. It's as if it's > locked > but unlock doesn't change the situation. Might there be a config setting > that was accidentally changed? I think I've gone

[Elecraft] K3S VFO B doesn't change sub-RX frequency

2023-12-03 Thread Jim Kutsch KY2D
When the K3S sub-RX is turned on, VFO B does nothing. It's as if it's locked but unlock doesn't change the situation. Might there be a config setting that was accidentally changed? I think I've gone through everything and haven't found a solution. Thank. 73 Jim KY2D

Re: [Elecraft] KPA3 Rev B not output

2023-06-04 Thread Fred Jensen
Life in the age of vacuum tubes [valves] and high voltages was much simpler. Just take the bottom off and look for where the fire was in the corner of the chassis. 73, Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County Michael Carter wrote on 6/3/2023 3:43 PM: Hi George, Congratulations on

Re: [Elecraft] KPA3 Rev B not output

2023-06-03 Thread Michael Carter
Hi George, Congratulations on your excellent sleuthing! Regardless of which solder joints were reflowed to solve the problem, you found the troublesome one(s). Thanks, too, for reporting back to the reflector - it helps to spread the knowledge base. 73, Mike, K8CN

Re: [Elecraft] KPA3 Rev B not output

2023-06-03 Thread George Fremin III
TLDR; the power amp is now working and putting out 100 watts. I thought I would follow up on this post. After I swapped a different KPA3 into the radio that was not working - that radio worked. That proved to me that it was likely the KPA3 that was the issue. I had inspected it and cleaned

[Elecraft] KPA3 Rev B not output

2023-05-20 Thread George Fremin III
I posted here last fall when one of our K3 radios stopped putting put any power during the last few hours of the CQ WW CW contest. For many reasons I am finally getting back to looking at this failed radio. I swapped in a known working KPA3 Rev C module and the radio works as expected now on

Re: [Elecraft] XV50 Rev B - Questions

2021-11-24 Thread Don Wilhelm
Brian, In later XV transverters, JP9 controls when the crystal oven is powered. Since you do not have JP9, even if you have a crystal oven, it will still work fine. The oven will be powered when the XV50 is powered.  Just allow some time for it to warm up (about 20 minutes). Actually, the

[Elecraft] XV50 Rev B - Questions

2021-11-24 Thread Brian Moore via Elecraft
Hello - I recently purchased an XV50 to use with my K2. While setting it up for a K2 with no K60XV per the manual, I noticed that there is no JP9, where I am supposed to short pins 1-2. On closer inspection, my XV50 has a rev B board and it appears these pins don't exist. The assembly manual I

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-21 Thread Louandzip via Elecraft
I've been using a CMOS4 with V0 emulation across all my rigs (when in the shack) for 20 years now.  I've always liked it and send better with it than most other keyers or rig's keyers, though lately some rig's keyers seem very similar.  Does anybody happen to know where I might find details of

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-21 Thread William Hammond via Elecraft
The model CMOS-4 is still available just two less memories: https://www.hamsupply.com/cmos-4-keyer/ 73, Bill-AK5X > On Jul 21, 2021, at 9:01 AM, jerry wrote: > > On 2021-07-21 06:26, Al Lorona wrote: >> The Logikey keyer by Idiom Press > > Sounds

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-21 Thread Jim McDonald
Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of jerry Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 09:01 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B? On 2021-07-21 06:26, Al Lorona wrote: > The Logikey keyer by Idiom Press Sounds like a neat keyer. Alas, it seems to be no lon

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-21 Thread Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP
It's a version of mode b with slightly different timing. It is easier to send with fewer mistakes than the usual mode b. I got addicted to it and had a hard time when I changed to the mode b in the WinKey. 73, Victor, 4X6GP Rehovot, Israel Formerly K2VCO CWops no. 5 http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/ .

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-21 Thread jerry
On 2021-07-21 06:26, Al Lorona wrote: The Logikey keyer by Idiom Press Sounds like a neat keyer. Alas, it seems to be no longer available. The website intimates that production ceased in 2015. - Jerry KF6VB __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-21 Thread Al Lorona
The Logikey keyer by Idiom Press lists no less than ten "emulation options", or keyer timing modes. They are numbered "V0" through "V9", including three different Curtis A modes, three Accukeyer modes, and others. "V0" is the best timing I've ever used on a keyer. I don't know whether it's A,

[Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-08 Thread Nick Kennedy
I think the definitions of Mode A and Mode B are a little soft. I've taken it (mode B) as having element insertion when a paddle is tapped with the opposite paddle closed. For example, if I'm sending a string of dashes and I tap and release the dot paddle while one of the dashes is being sent, do

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-08 Thread Gwen Patton
I'm a big fan of single lever paddles as well. I've got Steve W1SFR's Torsion Bar Cootie Paddle, and I adore it. The only issue I had was that it was too light, and skittered around. I guess that's why Steve made another version, the Fat Boy, with a much thicker and heavier base. I'd tried to

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-08 Thread Tommy Mitchell
And that's how I ended up being a Mode A operator without realizing it or even knowing the difference. Sneaky vendor lock-in! ;) Guess I'll just be stuck with Elecraft forever. 73 Tommy WZ4M On Wed, Jul 7, 2021, 15:19 Wayne Burdick wrote: > This has been a great discussion, with many

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-08 Thread Edward H Russell
--Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of W4NZ Ted Bryant Sent: Wednesday, July 7, 2021 10:38 PM To: 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B? "... Iambic (of whatever alphabetical variety) is pretty atrocious..." https://www.morsex.com/pubs

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread W4NZ Ted Bryant
2021 3:57 PM To: Wayne Burdick Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B? I'd like to see bug mode as an option... for those of us who still use a bug, I find I can send pretty well with a keyer in bug mode. Iambic (of whatever alphabetical variety) is pretty atrocious. 73 de C

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Edward H Russell
Here here  “whiskey two rusty fist” -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: Wednesday, July 7, 2021 3:17 PM To: Dan Presley Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B? This has been a great discussion

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Bill Coleman
I recommend choosing B, and use the iambic operation for every possible character (anything that alternates). Your friend will need to practice (a lot) before going on the air. It takes some getting used to. I can’t imagine using anything else. > On Jul 6, 2021, at 10:34 AM, Gary Peterson

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Chuck Chandler
enjoyable sending. And-your copying > will improve too. > > > > Dan Presley 503-701-3871 > > danpresley@me. com > > n7...@arrl.net > > > > > >> On Jul 6, 2021, at 23:44, Guido Tedeschi wrote: > >> > >> 99% of non Elecraft radio have Iam

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
nding. And-your copying will improve too. > > Dan Presley 503-701-3871 > danpresley@me. com > n7...@arrl.net > > >> On Jul 6, 2021, at 23:44, Guido Tedeschi wrote: >> >> 99% of non Elecraft radio have Iambic B keyer only, so I suggest to learn >> Iambic

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Dan Presley
23:44, Guido Tedeschi wrote: > > 99% of non Elecraft radio have Iambic B keyer only, so I suggest to learn > Iambic B. > I learned Iambic A in the eighties and now I have to use a single lever key > with radios that have Iambic B only, otherwise I send C instead of K... > 73 de

[Elecraft] A or B ?

2021-07-07 Thread Frederick Dwight
The most important thing is to choose either A or B and stay with that. It is very difficult to change, I know ! Decades ago I chose B since some rigs did not have the A choice. Many folks who use B do not squeeze many characters, and any potential advantage of the B mode is small (if it

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Edward H Russell
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B? Explained nicely here: <http://wb9kzy.com/modeab.pdf> http://wb9kzy.com/modeab.pdf On 07/07/2021 10:41, Jim Brown wrote: > From a guy who started in about '56 with a bug and migrated > cold-turkey to an electronic keyer in the mid-60s, and a

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Paul Jewell
Explained nicely here: http://wb9kzy.com/modeab.pdf On 07/07/2021 10:41, Jim Brown wrote: From a guy who started in about '56 with a bug and migrated cold-turkey to an electronic keyer in the mid-60s, and an electronic keyer in the mid-'70s to one that would do serial numbers for contests,

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Jim Brown
From a guy who started in about '56 with a bug and migrated cold-turkey to an electronic keyer in the mid-60s, and an electronic keyer in the mid-'70s to one that would do serial numbers for contests, WTF are modes A and B? 73, Jim K9YC On 7/6/2021 7:58 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: I’ve always

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-07 Thread Guido Tedeschi
99% of non Elecraft radio have Iambic B keyer only, so I suggest to learn Iambic B. I learned Iambic A in the eighties and now I have to use a single lever key with radios that have Iambic B only, otherwise I send C instead of K... 73 de Guido, ik2bcp / k2bcp Il giorno mer 7 lug 2021 alle ore 06

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Mike Morrow
earns mode A or mode B, there is no factual basis to claim one mode superior for ANY purpose over the other. Mike / KK5F -Original Message- From: Louandzip Sent: Jul 6, 2021 11:05 AM Cc: Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B? I'm a squeezer and use B.  It's physically the easiest, particularly

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Edward H Russell
Uh I meant that Mike KK5F pointed out to Gary  -Original Message- From: Edward H Russell Sent: Tuesday, July 6, 2021 7:09 PM To: 'k...@arrl.net' ; 'Gary Peterson' ; 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] A or B? I'm an A op myself, for the reasons Gary k0cx so

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Edward H Russell
I'm an A op myself, for the reasons Gary k0cx so eloquently pointed out. ED / W2RF -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Mike Morrow Sent: Tuesday, July 6, 2021 12:40 PM To: Gary Peterson ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] A or B

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Dave Sublette
FWIW, I learned on mode B with the WB4VVF keyer. Now, when I try to use Mode A, I often do not complete characters. Whichever mode you select, practice, practice, practice, off the air. Again, IMO the rhythm and spacing you use between letters and words will make the difference in how easily

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Dan Presley
Although a bit long check out Chuck Adams video on Iambic B and the various permutations. This may help clear up some questions. https://youtu.be/mFtPPyjrsVU Dan Presley 503-701-3871 danpresley@me. com n7...@arrl.net > On Jul 6, 2021, at 09:07, Louandzip via Elecraft > wrote: > > I'm a

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP
There is only a difference if you squeeze the paddles, to make a C for example. Try sending C's with one squeeze in mode A and B and you will feel the difference. 73, Victor, 4X6GP Rehovot, Israel CWops #5 Formerly K2VCO https://www.qsl.net/k2vco/ On 06/07/2021 20:49, jerry wrote: All,   I

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread jerry
All, I just tried A...then B. I can't tell the difference. Sending my call, CQs, AR etc at 20wpm. - Jerry KF6VB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Dan Presley
> any advantage in terms of reduced paddle manipulation. > > > > > Mike / KK5F > > > > > -Original Message- > From: Gary Peterson > Sent: Jul 6, 2021 9:34 AM > To: > Subject: [Elecraft] A or B? > > > An old friend, who

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread K9ZTV
In my experience it depends on the transceiver. With some I prefer A, with others B. I have not noticed much difference with Elecraft rigs. I used to think I liked A better, but after my squeeze-keying buddies switched my K3 to B at FD one year when I wasn’t looking, I didn’t notice it for

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Mike Morrow
and easier to learn, but mode B is the only mode the keyer in many radios will allow.  Neither mode offers any advantage in terms of reduced paddle manipulation. Mike / KK5F -Original Message- From: Gary Peterson Sent: Jul 6, 2021 9:34 AM To: Subject: [Elecraft] A or B? An old

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Louandzip via Elecraft
I'm a squeezer and use B.  It's physically the easiest, particularly at higher speeds, and I believe B is really most common.  Of course you don't have to squeeze using B.  On Tue, Jul 6, 2021 at 9:11 AM, Tom Doligalski via Elecraft wrote: I’ve always preferred B, and I do use squeeze

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Tom Doligalski via Elecraft
I’ve always preferred B, and I do use squeeze keying. If I were starting off I would probably recommend B. I doubt there is much difference in the learning curve between either! Tom W4KX > On Jul 6, 2021, at 10:58 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > I’ve always used mode A. Mode B may be

Re: [Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Wayne Burdick
I’ve always used mode A. Mode B may be preferable for those doing squeeze-keying, especially at higher speeds. Wayne N6KR elecraft.com > On Jul 6, 2021, at 7:36 AM, Gary Peterson wrote: > > An old friend, who has been inactive for several years, recently purchased a > used K3. This

[Elecraft] A or B?

2021-07-06 Thread Gary Peterson
An old friend, who has been inactive for several years, recently purchased a used K3. This is the first transceiver that he’s owned that includes a built in keyer. He has always operated CW with a straight key. He has acquired Vibroplex paddles and wants to know whether to set the radio’s

Re: [Elecraft] Remap VFO "B"

2021-02-15 Thread Ken K6MR
Don’t think so. The only way I know to use a big knob for RIT is a KPOD. Ken K6MR From: James AC0E<mailto:h...@ac0e.com> Sent: Monday, February 15, 2021 15:26 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Remap VFO "B" Ju

[Elecraft] Remap VFO "B"

2021-02-15 Thread James AC0E
Julia Tuttle reminded me of an important omission in my previous email ."What radio". K3 is the radio Jim AC0E Is it possible in remap the B VFO to the RIT function via a command Macro. The bigger knob would very handy & easy to manipulate during the rush of a contest. 73 Jim

[Elecraft] Remap VFO "B"

2021-02-15 Thread James AC0E
Is it possible in remap the B VFO to the RIT function via a command Macro. The bigger knob would very handy & easy to manipulate during the rush of a contest. 73 Jim AC0E __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3: VFO-B track VFO-A

2021-01-17 Thread Carl
Bob, In the newer firmware, it's a menu setting. I don't remember what it is, (Radio not accessible right now), but the firmware notes via the utility should tell you. On 1/17/2021 1:48 PM, Bob KD7YZ wrote: I used to be able to have VFO-B always read what was on VFO-A. Now I can't. A fast

[Elecraft] K3: VFO-B track VFO-A

2021-01-17 Thread Bob KD7YZ
I used to be able to have VFO-B always read what was on VFO-A. Now I can't. A fast press of Sub brings up SUB. A long press brings up Diversity. There is noting in-between the tap and he hold. Mind you, since I frequently use WSJT-x in split-mode, maybe I really DON'T want the two Vfo's to

[Elecraft] Locking VFO B

2020-12-14 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
I just swap VFO A/B so the "VFO B" frequence show "on top" (one quick press of the A/B button). Then, I give a long press on the RATE button (says "LOCK" below the word RATE). Then I do A/B swap again. Now I can tune VFO but VFO B is locked. No? de Doug KR2Q

Re: [Elecraft] SP3 A/B Switch Problem (IK4EWX)

2019-12-26 Thread Geert Jan de Groot
I had the same problem about one years ago. I have two SP3 loudspeakers, on on each receiver or both speakers, ore one receiver with the K3S audio effects that use both loudspeakers. The switch scratched when changing channel and it attenuated the audio signals. Keep in mind that the SP3

Re: [Elecraft] SP3 A/B Switch Problem

2019-12-26 Thread IK4EWX
I had the same problem about one years ago. I have two SP3 loudspeakers, on on each receiver or both speakers, ore one receiver with the K3S audio effects that use both loudspeakers. The switch scratched when changing channel and it attenuated the audio signals. The italian service obtained from

[Elecraft] SP3 A/B Switch Problem

2019-12-25 Thread Ferris Jennings
My SP3 A/B switch has an issue. I use the supplied speaker cable from my K3S to the speaker A jack. I listen with the switch in the A position, but frequently push it in to the B position as a convenient mute. Switching back to A to listen, the sound is somewhat muted scratchy; cutting in and out

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-15 Thread K9MA
A few years ago, when the VFO B knob on my K3 cracked, Elecraft sent me a free replacement. Recently, one of the smaller knobs split in two. It was entirely made of plastic. I ordered a replacement, which turned out to have a metal insert. Clearly, these should have had the insert in the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-15 Thread Gary Smith
However you work it, I tried something and it worked/works perfectly with my K3 & K3s (which has the off-brand metal knobs). I took the felt washer and put the Teflon plumbers tape on it, I wrapped it so the felt is now unseen & the washer looks "white" from the tape. This allowed me to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-15 Thread Evert Bakker
...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] Namens Geert Jan de Groot Verzonden: dinsdag 15 oktober 2019 00:00 Aan: Elecraft Reflector Onderwerp: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes Hi, Recently I purchased a K3 and found I need to give it some love as it has been a bit

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-15 Thread w4sc
Two possible replacements. Not exact appearance to original, but both are 1.25 inch diameter, and about 0.7 inch tall. Very close to original measurements. This one is plastic. Drawing available online. https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/davies-molding-llc/8125-B/1722-1087-ND/6566310

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-14 Thread Robert Cunnings
Thank you for posting this! I recently inquired of Elecraft Support about replacing the VFO B knob on my older K3 (it is cracked). I was told to order E980275, but the person did not disclose all of the details you listed in your message, which are important. Fortunately I hadn't placed the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-14 Thread jeff griffin
. All I would possibly ask for is the shipping. Let me know 73 Jeff kb2m -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Geert Jan de Groot Sent: Monday, October 14, 2019 6:00 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3 VFO-B knob replacement notes

2019-10-14 Thread Geert Jan de Groot
Hi, Recently I purchased a K3 and found I need to give it some love as it has been a bit behind on maintenance. One of the issues is that the VFO B knob has cracked. This is Elecraft part number E980090, listed as K3 spare part. Unfortunately, that knob is no longer available, and here

Re: [Elecraft] K4 VFO B Front Panel Positioning

2019-05-31 Thread Wayne Burdick
Dave, Here's what I posted earlier: * * * Based in part on a survey of potential users, we chose to put the RIT/XIT knob at bottom right -- also a traditional location, one that matches that of the K3/K3S/KX2/KX3. VFO B is less often used in practice. That said, the radio is only 4.5" tall

[Elecraft] K4 VFO B Front Panel Positioning

2019-05-31 Thread dhhdeh
I was not able to be at Dayton this year so I'm my initial K4 questions from pictures and videos seen online. I'm wondering abut the positioning of the VFO B encoder in the K4. Wouldn't it seem more logical to have it where the OFS encoder is located than in the top right position where it is

[Elecraft] KX3 VFO B knob software upgrade wish

2019-04-28 Thread Hans J Rasmusen OZ7BQ via Elecraft
When the next KX3 software update is planned, will you please consider the following items: 1) The VFO B knob is in the B position at start up. When tapping RIT ( or XIT) the VFO B knob switch to OFS, as it should. However  the VFO B knob remains in the OFS position when tapping RIT again to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO B following VFO A

2018-08-15 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
CONFIG:VFO LNK = OFF 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2018-08-15 9:10 PM, Fred wrote: Hi, Somehow my K3 on 20 meters when I turn VFO A, VFO B follows. I have looked up what to do and from what I have read, if I hold the "SUB" button (between the 2 VFO knobs) it is suppost to turn it off but it

[Elecraft] K3 VFO B following VFO A

2018-08-15 Thread Fred
Hi, Somehow my K3 on 20 meters when I turn VFO A, VFO B follows. I have looked up what to do and from what I have read, if I hold the "SUB" button (between the 2 VFO knobs) it is suppost to turn it off but it isn't. In VFO B, the decimal is slowly flashing so I know I have them linked. I have

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 VFO B encoder replacement

2018-07-10 Thread Nr4c
First thought is to download and read the assembly manual for the kit. I think it’s a plug in device. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 10, 2018, at 11:57 AM, Scott Manthe wrote: > > Hi all- > > I picked up a used KX3 for a pretty good price. However, the VFO B encoder is >

[Elecraft] KX3 VFO B encoder replacement

2018-07-10 Thread Scott Manthe
Hi all- I picked up a used KX3 for a pretty good price. However, the VFO B encoder is defective. It has lost the push-in switch functionality. So, I need to replace it. If you've replaced one of the encoders, how harry is the process? I built my KPA500 and am relatively competent with a

[Elecraft] Fw: VFO B / Decode

2017-12-09 Thread Bill Wiehe via Elecraft
Dear Zac, I am not sure how it might work on your KX3, but the  K3 will hold the " VFO B decode" window open on both RX and TX. The setting I discovered to get there is press "TEXT DEC" button, then use VFO B to select "CW 5-40" (or whatever speed) then press "TEXT DEC" again. It locks VFO B

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD2 - Iambic B

2017-09-22 Thread Bob McGraw K4TAX
The numbers I use for spacing and pressure for all of my keys, single lever paddle, dual lever paddle and straight keys are as follows. Contact spacing is adjusted with an automotive type or machinist type feeler gauge to .005" or 0.13mm The pressure to close the contact, measured at the tip

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD2 - Iambic B

2017-09-22 Thread Brian Hunt
I initially had a similar problem - KXPD2 failing to key dahs properly/reliably. The main reason was the contact spacing was too close. I like a light touch and close spacing. I spent quite a bit of time adjusting the pivot pin play using the small allen wrench provided. You want them tight

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD2 - Iambic B

2017-09-22 Thread G4GNX
and made it operate too. AFAIK there's nothing in software/firmware to allow that behavior to be set. 73, Alan. G4GNX -Original Message- From: MaverickNH Sent: Friday, September 22, 2017 1:37 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KXPD2 - Iambic B Just starting to use my

[Elecraft] KXPD2 - Iambic B

2017-09-21 Thread MaverickNH
Just starting to use my KPXD2 paddles on my KX2. I have them set to Iambic B. The left paddle will give only dits if pressed and held any length of time. The right paddle when pressed will give either dahs or fits and dahs, depending on length of press. I can do a R or K by pressing the right

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-20 Thread Robert .
Asus U5 in use with older K3 Works great At home qth Looking forward to this weekend using K3 with usb kiob3 sound for rtty At vy2 73 Robert W5AJ On Sep 19, 2017 9:32 PM, "Clay Autery" wrote: Don't you think being "rather disappoint[ed]" in the internal sound card is a

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-20 Thread Udo Langenohl - DK5YA
temsgroup.com> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 9/19/2017 11:06:56 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card On 9/19/2017 3:55 PM, Udo Langenohl - DK5YA wrote: compared to high quality external devices SNR and THD+N is rather poor. And so is the dynamic range and the ma

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-20 Thread Jim Sheldon
: "Jim Brown" <j...@audiosystemsgroup.com> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 9/19/2017 11:06:56 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card On 9/19/2017 3:55 PM, Udo Langenohl - DK5YA wrote: compared to high quality external devices SNR and THD+N is rather poor. And s

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-20 Thread Richard Lamont
On 20/09/17 05:06, Jim Brown wrote: > WSJT-X operates at 48 kHz 16-bit, no matter how exotic your > sound card, the ~90 dB dynamic rangeand 5 kHz audio BW are more than > sufficient for the audio I/O for the digital modes used in ham radio. When operating JT65 or FT8 on HF, and having (as

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-20 Thread Richard Lamont
On 19/09/17 22:05, Udo Langenohl - DK5YA wrote: > I'm looking for specs of the internal sound device which is part of the > KIO3B board but couldn't find any on the Elecraft web site. > Anybody out there who's got detailed information? > > I'm just preparing all the stuff we gonna take with us

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-19 Thread Jim Brown
On 9/19/2017 3:55 PM, Udo Langenohl - DK5YA wrote: compared to high quality external devices SNR and THD+N is rather poor. And so is the dynamic range and the max. sampling rate of just 48KHz. Don't fall into the trap of "specsmanship" and thinking you need cutting edge audio products for

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-19 Thread Clay Autery
Don't you think being "rather disappoint[ed]" in the internal sound card is a bit demanding?  Do you really expect a 192 kHz, studio grade DAC internal to the radio? I understand the desire for low noise and wide bandwidth... I do.  But to put a Focusrite Scarlett grade sound interface internal

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-19 Thread Ed Muns
I think the chip is the two-channel TI PCM2902. 73, Ed W0YK On Sep 19, 2017 3:55 PM, Udo Langenohl - DK5YA wrote: > > Thanks Christopher, > > compared to high quality external devices SNR and THD+N is rather poor. > And so is the dynamic range and the max. sampling rate of just

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-19 Thread Udo Langenohl - DK5YA
Thanks Christopher, compared to high quality external devices SNR and THD+N is rather poor. And so is the dynamic range and the max. sampling rate of just 48KHz. Rather disappointing, to be honest. 73 Udo, DK5YA Am 20.09.2017 um 00:24 schrieb Christopher Hoover: The circuit is based on

Re: [Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-19 Thread Christopher Hoover
The circuit is based on PCM2901 <> On Tue, Sep 19, 2017 at 2:05 PM, Udo Langenohl - DK5YA wrote: > Gentleman, > > I'm looking for specs of the internal sound device which is part of the > KIO3B board but couldn't find any on the Elecraft web

[Elecraft] Specs KIO3-B internal sound card

2017-09-19 Thread Udo Langenohl - DK5YA
Gentleman, I'm looking for specs of the internal sound device which is part of the KIO3B board but couldn't find any on the Elecraft web site. Anybody out there who's got detailed information? I.e.: Sample Rates Frequency Response Dynamic Range THD+N Noise EIN THD+N Outputs I'm just

[Elecraft] [K3s} VFO B Display Options

2017-08-19 Thread MaverickNH
I seems I keep disabling my ability to display multiple types of information on rotation of VFO B on my K3S. I must be reading the manual wrong on how to enable as I can't seem to do it right. Help appreciated. Goes in my personal K3S FAQ index of things to remember that I forget! Bret/N4SRN

[Elecraft] [KPA1500] A/B antenna switch function

2017-06-15 Thread inventor61 .
When the amplifier is *off* (from the front panel power control; mains AC on) what is the function of the A/B switch? Steve KZ1X __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] K3 VFO B display

2017-03-18 Thread Alan. G4GNX
I’ve recently noticed that when I when I switch bands on the K3, the VFO B display area briefly displays a small antenna symbol and the legend “KT500” next to it. I can’t find any reference to this behavior in the manuals and I’m curious. I don’t have the KAT500 (or KPA500) connected at

Re: [Elecraft] Sp3 a/b switch

2017-02-18 Thread ab2tc
Hi, Why would the amplifier be damaged from driving an open circuit? Transformerless solid state audio amplifiers typically are perfectly happy driving an open circuit. AB2TC - Knut Don Wilhelm wrote > Richard, > > If your K3 has all the audio amplifier mods installed, there should be > no

Re: [Elecraft] Sp3 a/b switch

2017-02-18 Thread Don Wilhelm
Richard, If your K3 has all the audio amplifier mods installed, there should be no problem. If you have an early K3 without those mods, you could damage the speaker audio amplifier by driving it into an open or shorted load. Yes, the A/B switch will make the load to the K3 an open circuit

Re: [Elecraft] Sp3 a/b switch

2017-02-18 Thread Harry Yingst via Elecraft
Doing so would mean outputting the K3 into an open load I would at a minimum turn down the volume on the K3 From: Richard Donner <richarddn...@gmail.com> To: "Elecraft@mailman.qth.net" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2017 10:32 AM Subje

[Elecraft] Sp3 a/b switch

2017-02-18 Thread Richard Donner
Hi I was wondering if there is a problem using the A/B switch on the SP3 as a on / off switch for audio from the k3. The k3 would be on. It seems like this would be ok but I am checking with the experts here. Thanks Richard __

Re: [Elecraft] Broken VFO B Encoder-menu access?

2016-06-06 Thread Guy Olinger K2AV
Many of the menu functions have program commands which address them, which can easily be typed into the command tester in the K3 Utility. Save the ones that you get working and need repeatedly in the Macro switches and assign them to K3 buttons. Once you get acquainted with that you might even far

Re: [Elecraft] Broken VFO B Encoder-menu access?

2016-06-06 Thread Don Wilhelm
Chris, Yes, you can by creating Macros or by writing software to issue commands that will get you into the menu and change it. The K3/KX3 Programmers Reference can tell you how to do it. I do not recall that anyone has written software to do all of that, but there are some which do bits and

Re: [Elecraft] Broken VFO B Encoder-menu access?

2016-06-06 Thread OE5CSP-Chris
Sorry, it´s a K3. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Broken-VFO-B-Encoder-menu-access-tp7618561p7618566.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Broken VFO B Encoder-menu access?

2016-06-06 Thread wickedbeernut
Hi Chris, You didn't mention which Elecraft product you're using. Check the Programmer's Reference for your product in order to see whether the menu parameter(s) in question can be set using a remote-control command (e.g., MN / MP). You should be able to execute the remote-control command from

[Elecraft] Broken VFO B Encoder-menu access?

2016-06-06 Thread OE5CSP-Chris
I hardly dare to ask this question, but is there a way to access into the menu and change settings which is normally done by using VFO B. It will take 2-3 weeks until I get a replacement part. 73,Chris-OE5CSP -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 VFO B skipping

2016-04-08 Thread Don Wilhelm
Tim, Sorry, but I do not have that information. You can get the replacements from Elecraft parts, but as far as alternatives (detented encoders), I have no idea. Since the controls are encoders rather than potentiometers, I think using something detented would not be the best thing. The

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 VFO B skipping

2016-04-08 Thread Tim Henrion
Hi Don, Do you have a manufacturer/part number for the encoders used in the KX3? That information doesn’t appear to be in the schematics. Based on personal preference, I’d like to replace at least some of the encoders in my unit with alternatives that that have detents as well as less

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 VFO B skipping

2016-04-07 Thread Don Wilhelm
It is most likely that the encoder must be replaced to correct that behavior. The VFO B encoder is a thru-hole part and can be replaced if you have good de-soldering tools and work very carefully so you do not damage anything else around it or damage the board or the SMD parts that are in

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