[Elecraft] K2 #4703 On-air
K2 Serial No 4703 completed and put on air. Worked LZ1YY in Bulgaria as first K2 contact with 579 signal at 10 watts on 40 metres. Great stuff, despite a little bit of fault finding on the way due to solder bridge. Thanks to Elecraft for a great bit of kit and superb construction project. Now on with SSB, Noise Blanker, 100w board and KAT2. Should keep me out of mischief! Barry, G4RKO K2 #4703 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for February 27-28,2005
Kevin, I heard nothing on 20 meters here at Glen Burnie, MD last evening... Possibly I would heard some who check in if I had listened longer. Paul Gates Elecraft K1 #231 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Kevin Rock [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 12:08 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for February 27-28,2005 Wow, great turn out folks to set a NEW RECORD. 33 checks total for both nets! We also had four NCS folks running the net: N0SS, Tom; W0NTA, Dick; K1EV, Bill; plus yours truly. Made for a lot of interesting signal passing. I tried to get Rick and Bert hooked up again. I could hear both of them and so could Tom. I know they did not quite make contact during the net but I know they would try afterward. I hope they got it done so Bert can claim WAS. We did not get any new states tonight but there were a number of new faces. Seven of them to be exact. Conditions were interesting because I could hear the East Coast rather well while they were just hopping over Tom in Missouri. Then I got a fill on a serial number from Dick for Tim in Michigan. Ric's K1 was booming into Oregon at S8 levels while Rick's KX1 was doing very, very well with S5 to S7 levels. Both Tom and Bill, K1EV were at painful levels for me so I need to get a faster finger on the RF gain! 40 meters was noisy but we still had quite a turnout there. Twelve folks and four of them new to the net. The best one was a Tuna Tin 2 from Virgina. Tom caught the particulars but I got about half copy on Bob's mighty 150 mW! If the noise had been lower copy would have been fine. It was not his rig but the QRN. Great job guys. On 14050 kHz at 2355z: N0SS - Tom - MO - K2 - 008 N4SO - Ken - AL - K2 - 3394 KL7CW - Rick - AK - KX1 - 798 WA2SI - Bert - NY - K1 - 1337 W0CZ - Ken - ND - K2 - 1031 W0NTA - Dick - CO - K2 - 3900 QRP N9IV - Russ - IN - K2 - 4652 K2HYD - Ray - VA - KX1 - 608 K6DGW - Fred - CA - K2 - 4398 N7NLU - Karl - OR - K2 - 4227 VE3XL - Ric - ON - K1 - 968 N1EA - David - MA - Icom 756 W7WEL - Bill - ID - K2 - 4001 W1TF - Ty - GA - K1 - 1423 VE1RGB - Gary - NS - K2 - 2519 K8NWD - Tim - MI - K2 - 076 W0QQS - Bruce - MN - K2 - 3646 K1EV - Bill - CT - K2 - 2152 N6VOH - Barry - CA - Icom 703 WB4MED - John - FL - Icom 718 WA7BOC - Roger - WA - K2 - 755 On 7046 kHz at 0300z: N9IV - Russ - IN - K2 - 4652 N0SS - Tom - MO - K2 - 008 W0CZ - Ken - ND - K2 - 1031 VE3XL - Ric - ON - K1 - 968 W7WEL - Bill - ID - K2 - 4001 N7NLU - Karl - OR - K2 - 4227 N7VS - Steve - OR - ? Sorry, we should have gotten your information :( W9JOP/4 - Bob - VA - Tuna tin 2 at 150 mW I had ~50% copy on you!! K5GUS - Dan - TX - K2 - 4426 K8NWD - Tim - MI - K2 - 076 WA7BOC - Roger - WA - K2 - 755 W9OPV? - ? - ? - ? Very weak signal as the noise came up strongly. Sorry :( At the end of the second net N7VS called back but copy was pretty poor. I thought he was in Washington so I tuned my NS G5RV and tried again. No better. Now I find he is in Portland! Well now I know the problem. I should have been using the two cans and a string method! Can't wait to get some rope and hoist that large loop into the fir trees. Then I'll start the very belated 80 meter Elecraft Net. Then I can work poor Fred down in California without a 2000 mile relay :) But soon he will be in Tucson sipping cold drinks and sending CW with his KX1 (new rig?? what SN?) from poolside. Can't wait to harass him while he basks in Arizona sunshine and the infamy of his wee rig :) I can reach AZ Fred!! The Elecraft Net was fun as always. But without the help of the three NCS folks (Tom, Dick, and Bill) it would not have been as easy. Thank you very much guys! Any errors in the above lists will be remedied both on the Reflector and in my database as quickly as I receive the errata. Thank you and 73, Kevin. KD5ONS (Net Control Operator 5th Class) -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.1 - Release Date: 2/27/2005 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while I'm anxiously waiting delivery I'm trying to get the shack and bench ready for construction. I've downloaded and briefly read the manuals and I've come up with two questions (the first of many I'm sure). 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? Is there anything I should watch out for to prepare the K2 for the SSB board? 2. Are there any recommendations for a vise to hold the PC boards during construction. I've got access to a Panavise with about 6 capacity jaws; is this big enough? Any thoughts will be appreciated. Thanks for the help. Craig Miller K3OOL K2 S/N: ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE : [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
Nothing special on my side. Just be sure to your kit include the latest mods about the SSB bandwidth... 2.4 kHz instead of 2.2 kHz... Should be there now on lastest version. Be sure to pay attention at the toroids... They are smaller than those in the K2, and the enamel wire is easely scratchable... ;-) And also be carefully to ground the xtals properly 73 -Message d'origine- De : [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] De la part de Craig Miller Envoyé : 28 février 2005 08:37 À : Elecraft List Objet : [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while I'm anxiously waiting delivery I'm trying to get the shack and bench ready for construction. I've downloaded and briefly read the manuals and I've come up with two questions (the first of many I'm sure). 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? Is there anything I should watch out for to prepare the K2 for the SSB board? 2. Are there any recommendations for a vise to hold the PC boards during construction. I've got access to a Panavise with about 6 capacity jaws; is this big enough? Any thoughts will be appreciated. Thanks for the help. Craig Miller K3OOL K2 S/N: ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
Craig, The kit you will receive will be totally up to date, so you need not add any mods to bring it up to level. OTOH, if you have special needs or desires to make the K2 behave in a manner slightly different than normal, there are a number of mods that you can add to do just that - but wait until you have a good running 'stock' K2 before making such changes. You should just follow the instructions in the manual - there are sections in the K2 manual telling you what, how and when to add the Front Panel and RF board components for the KSB2 option. You will find the Elecraft manuals well written and easy to follow (unlike many other kits - including a TenTec 'beginner's' regen receiver kit that I recently assembled with my grandson). As far as a vise goes, your Panavise will likely suffice. I really don't like those 'holder thingys' for most boards because it makes flipping the board over for soldering, etc. more cumbersome - I simply work with the board loose on the workbench top which allows me to position the board quickly whichever way I need at the moment - but each to his own, that is just the way I do it. 73, Don W3FPR -Original Message- I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while I'm anxiously waiting delivery I'm trying to get the shack and bench ready for construction. I've downloaded and briefly read the manuals and I've come up with two questions (the first of many I'm sure). 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? Is there anything I should watch out for to prepare the K2 for the SSB board? 2. Are there any recommendations for a vise to hold the PC boards during construction. I've got access to a Panavise with about 6 capacity jaws; is this big enough? Any thoughts will be appreciated. Thanks for the help. Craig Miller K3OOL K2 S/N: ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K2/100 s/n 4719 running 100%
Finished the KPA100 this weekend and made 4 contacts last night on 20m. Got all very good reports. It sure feels good to finally finish a project of this size and have it work 100% the first time. I did have a couple of problems during the assembly and alignment process, but was able to trace it all back to my own fault. You know..., skipped a step, forgot to solder something, wrong part installed, etc. Usual stuff for a putz like me! Bottom line, though, I found the problems and could fix them myself, but I knew if I got in trouble I had an arsenal of highly qualified Elecrafters out there to help. Elecraft, you are great! This has to be the best concept in amateur radio today. = 73, Mark Baugh W5EZY Grenada MS __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] FS: MD2 Mic TB1 Stand
Given to me as a gift but since I'm 99.9% CW I don't have a need for them. These items are new, the mic has had only a few words spoken into it... ;-) . I'll ship them anywhere in the conus for $55.00. Please contact me off line if interested. Thanks, Lou - W6UR K2/100 #3578 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.0 - Release Date: 2/25/2005 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] FS: Loaded KX1
I have for sale a loaded KX1, includes KXPD1 (paddle), KXB30 (30m) and KXAT1 (tuner). Also includes a Pelican micro case (#1060) and Pomona BNC adaptor. Will ship to continental US for $450. Will consider selling Elecraft only items for $420, shipped. In perfect condition, and in FB working order. Reply direct. 73 de w1mt Mike __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] OT Apologies:WTD: TRIO/KENWOOD TS930S Service Manual
Guy's..! Apologies again for this OT enquiry Wondering if anyone can help with this one... A local ham friend...has just bought one of the afore mentioned radio's privatley there seems to be a problem with the rig on one of the HF bands (15m I think..although not certain..), where the rig exibits a problem with some sort of audio feedback problem when transmitting... Reports from other ham's ...say.the rig sounds as if there is either feedback of sorts... or a scratchy sound distorting the transmitted audio the local ham tells me that these reports seem only to be occuring on 15m... with all other bands being as is... Wondering..does anyone have a copy of the Service Manual for this radio, ..that they would like arrange something with me..to allow my friend to be able to maybe track down the problem... All enquires ...please to the e-mail address below... Andy [EMAIL PROTECTED] A.R.S. GM0NWI QRP K2 S/n 01432 Soon To Be On-Air GQRP No.9576 QRP-L No.2165 ARCI No.10561 Alaska QRP Club No.190 Flying Pigs QRP Club No. FP#-1061 ICQ No.31899603 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Items For Sale: Nice K2 w/options
K2 price lowered. Other items sold or pending... Items For Sale: --- 1. K2 #2534 MCU 2.01H IOC 102 With: - KSB2 - SSB option V104 - KNB2 - Noise Blanker V102 - KAF2 - Audio filter V1.00 - Heil MH2 hand mic Works great. Checked out by Elecraft about two years ago. All documentation included. Price: $675 + shipping (lowered from $775) If it doesn't sell here it's off to eBay in a day or two. - 2. SOLD Unbuilt KAT2 internal 20W antenna tuner with the full set of pre-wound toroids by the Toroid Guy. Price: $ 130 + shipping - 3. SALE Pending Unbuilt KBT2 Battery kit w/battery Price: $45 + ship - PayPal OK. Cashier's check, USPS money order, or bank wire This belonged to my father, K6AXS, now a SK. He had two K2 rigs. I'm keeping the other and upgrading it for my own use. Email any questions. Contact: Charlie Hicks, K0CKH [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
Craig, If you read the manual for the K2 and find the section which discusses building the display board you will find that you can mount some of the display parts for the KSB2 when you build the Display board...I started off using an ANTEX PCB holder to build the Control board until I mounted one of the resistor arrays which is very close to the edge of the PCB and this made it impossible to use the PCB holdernot sure which one you have so your mileage may vary.. Good luck, Steve G0XAR - Original Message - From: Craig Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 1:36 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while I'm anxiously waiting delivery I'm trying to get the shack and bench ready for construction. I've downloaded and briefly read the manuals and I've come up with two questions (the first of many I'm sure). 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? Is there anything I should watch out for to prepare the K2 for the SSB board? 2. Are there any recommendations for a vise to hold the PC boards during construction. I've got access to a Panavise with about 6 capacity jaws; is this big enough? Any thoughts will be appreciated. Thanks for the help. Craig Miller K3OOL K2 S/N: ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.2 - Release Date: 28/02/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.2 - Release Date: 28/02/2005 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
Something to watch out for: The KSB2 manual tells you which set of bypass capacitors to install on the front panel board on page 1. However, the K2 manual rev F on p.28 directs you to p.16 of the KSB2 manual, which doesn't warn you that there are two sets of caps of different sizes. Leigh / WA5ZNU I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] 2.4khz sideband
I am still on the fence on doing the wider SSB mode. Has anybody done it and noticed such a great improvement? I have had many QSO's. Nobody ever complained my audio was too thin or whatever. Also would one have to change the MCU to get accurate SSB bandwidth indication? IMHO having Narrow 2.2khz on TX can be of advantage, if one builds their own RF speech proc. I will publish it after I am done. Many of the RF procs in Kenwoods, simply add extra amplificaton, then clip. The SSB filter, filters out the distortion products. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net errata
Sorry folks, I seem to have given Russ, N9IV the wrong rig. Not once but twice. I cannot justify nor determine how in the world a 0 became a 2. My records all have him owning 4650. How I gave him 4652 I will never know. My apologies to Russ and to whomever may own 4652. Hopefully this is one of the few errors I made last night (other than sending the odd dit or dah to drive Tom crazy ;) Have a great week folks, Kevin. KD5ONS (Truly 5th class) -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.2 - Release Date: 2/28/2005 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
Fully agree with Don about those 'holder thingys'. For large PCBs I use a method similar to Don's, but attach hexagonal spacers through the PCB holes that will be used for mounting the PCB. At each PCB mounting hole I thread through the male portion of a spacer from one side of the PCB, and pick it up with the female end of a spacer on the other side. The length of each spacer, usually made from a few spacers threaded together, is a bit longer, say one inch or a little less, than the hight of the tallest component to be mounted on that side of the PCB. So you end up with something that looks like an oil derrick, and the free ends of the spacers become feet for when the top of the PCB is up or down. You can also peek under the PCB. With a large board it is a good idea to have a spacer thing near the middle to add support. The board is very well supported and easily moved around, or flipped, but a price is that when you want to install the PCB for tests, all the spacers have to be taken off. Caution, don't over tighten the spacers at the PCB, finger tight is fine. For small boards I either do as Don does or use a single spacer thing in turn clamped by a vice. I prefer Don's method for HF but for UHF prefer the clamp. BTW I use metal spacers because Murphy is sure to make me burn plastic with the iron. Useful items for the Junk Box. Good luck es 73, Geoff. GM4ESD On February 28, 2005 Don W3FPR wrote: As far as a vise goes, your Panavise will likely suffice. I really don't like those 'holder thingys' for most boards because it makes flipping the board over for soldering, etc. more cumbersome - I simply work with the board loose on the workbench top which allows me to position the board quickly whichever way I need at the moment - but each to his own, that is just the way I do it. 73, Don W3FPR -Original Message- I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while I'm anxiously waiting delivery I'm trying to get the shack and bench ready for construction. I've downloaded and briefly read the manuals and I've come up with two questions (the first of many I'm sure). 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? Is there anything I should watch out for to prepare the K2 for the SSB board? 2. Are there any recommendations for a vise to hold the PC boards during construction. I've got access to a Panavise with about 6 capacity jaws; is this big enough? Any thoughts will be appreciated. Thanks for the help. Craig Miller K3OOL K2 S/N: ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
On Mon, 2005-28-02 at 08:36 -0500, Craig Miller wrote: 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? You can add the connectors for the SSB board when building the K2, which will save you a bit of disassembly and reassembly later. The K2 manual will tell you what to install, and when. There are a couple parts to remove, but it is a good idea to build the K2 without any options and get it working first, then add the options, so don't worry about those until it's time to install the SSB board. -- 73, Brian VE7NGR ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
i'll be ordering the k2 and internal tuner within the month. tnx for the notes and the info. was bantering on which options to order. 73 mike ku4yp Brian Mury wrote: On Mon, 2005-28-02 at 08:36 -0500, Craig Miller wrote: 1. Are there any mods (part additions or deletions) that need to be done to the base K2 if the SSB adaptor is going to be added? You can add the connectors for the SSB board when building the K2, which will save you a bit of disassembly and reassembly later. The K2 manual will tell you what to install, and when. There are a couple parts to remove, but it is a good idea to build the K2 without any options and get it working first, then add the options, so don't worry about those until it's time to install the SSB board. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] New Elecraft Product: T1 Miniature Stand-Alone ATU
Introducing the Elecraft T1 20-Watt Automatic Antenna Tuner and optional T1-FT817 Adapter Ever wish you had a pocket-sized, high-performance ATU to use with low-power 160 through 6-meter transceivers? The Elecraft T1 may be just what you've been waiting for. It's one-fourth the size of other compact ATUs, yet its 7-inductor, 7-capacitor L-network provides a wide matching range and can handle up to 20 watts SSB/CW and 10 watts AM/FM/digital. The T1 is the ultimate backpacking/HF Pack accessory, weighing only 5 ounces (0.14 kg) including its internal 9-volt battery. The T1 can be used with any 0.5-W to 20-W transceiver. This includes home-built rigs, kits, and commercial transceivers such as the FT817, IC703, Argonaut, SG2020, and many others. Users of rigs that have no built-in transmit metering will benefit from the T1's 3-LED, 5-level bargraph, which displays approximate power output at the touch of a button, as well as SWR during auto-tune. Coax-fed antennas such as dipoles, verticals, short whips, and beams will work with the T1, as well as random-wire antennas, with our without feedline. The T1 will allow most antennas to be used on multiple bands -- in some cases covering the entire HF through 6-meter range with a single wire. Balanced feedlines can be used with the aid of a low-loss balun such as our model BL1. The T1 always tries to achieve a 1.0:1 SWR -- it doesn’t stop trying at 1.5:1 like many auto-tuners. And you won’t even need to change modes to tune, since you can use SSB voice or a keyer as well as a constant carrier. Many L-C network settings are saved in the T1's EEPROM memory, providing re-tune times of typically 1 to 2 seconds. Other features include: - auto power-off and latching relays for long battery life - bypass mode - ATU information report (present L and C values, battery voltage, etc.) - low-battery warning - reverse-polarity protection - rugged enclosure - quick-reference guide on the front panel FT-817 Adapter (model T1-FT817) Our “smart” remote control cable for use with the Yaesu FT-817 offers the ultimate in antenna-tuning convenience. On any band change, a small microcontroller built into the cable sends band data from the FT-817 to the T1, which then recalls the appropriate per-band network settings. This means instant QSY without the need to transmit -- less QRM, less hassle. The T1's remote-control capabilities are fully documented in the owner's manual so that users of other transceivers can create their own T1 interface. (We may also offer adapter cables for other rigs in the future.) Pricing, Photos, and Further Information The T1 can be purchased factory assembled and tested for $159, or as a complete, easy-to-build kit for $135 (all surface-mount components are pre-installed, and there's no alignment or test equipment needed). The T1-FT817 remote control adapter is $49 (assembled only). For further details, photos, and answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the T1, please visit our web site: http://www.elecraft.com 73, Wayne, N6KR Eric, WA6HHQ --- http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft T1 inside a Sierra (etc.)?
Hi all, Someone just asked me if our new T1 ATU could be built into a Sierra. The answer most definitely yes. In fact it would fit into just about any 0.5 to 20-watt rig that I know of, including inside the battery compartment of an FT-817. (I'm pretty sure it would even fit into an SST :) The PC board is just over 2 by 3 inches, and only about 3/4 (20 mm) of height is needed to accommodate the PCB, switches, LEDs, and connectors. In the case of a Sierra, you could aim the BNCs out the back, and put holes for the switches and LEDs in the top cover. An enterprising Sierra owner could even write some code for a small microcontroller that would sense which of up to four band modules was plugged in (using the two band-select lines at the edge connector). This little MCU could then wake up the T1 and send it band data, automatically recalling the appropriate L-C settings for each band (without transmitting). The T1's remote-control capabilities are covered extensively in the owner's manual. They should be usable with other rigs as well. 73, Wayne N6KR --- http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KPA100 Anderson Plug Wobble
The Anderson Power plug on my KPA100 has some play in it and when it moves slightly, power drops. Has anyone seen this before and what can I do to make it stable? Neal ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft T1 ATU FAQ: #1 question answer
Hi all, The frequently-asked-questions page for our new T1 antenna tuner will be up in a few hours. Meanwhile, by popular demand, here's the first Q, and first A. 73, Wayne N6KR * * * Q: How does the T1 compare to Elecraft’s other low-power ATUs – the KAT2, KAT1, and KXAT1? A: The T1 is intended for stand-alone use with QRP kits, home-built rigs, and factory-assembled transceivers such as the Yaesu FT-817, Icom IC-703, Ten-Tec Argonaut, and SG2020. It also includes coverage of 6 meters. In contrast, our other QRP ATUs are fully integrated with specific Elecraft HF transceivers, providing internal installation, instant ATU band switching, menu access to ATU information, and additional features. For example, the KAT2 has dual antenna jacks, per-antenna memories, direct readout of power or SWR on the K2’s LCD, and extended matching range on the lowest bands. All three of our internal ATU options also act as the SWR bridge/wattmeter for their respective transceivers, which ensures good power-setting accuracy. --- http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] KPA100 Anderson Plug Wobble
Make sure the contacts are seated all the way into the connectors. They should have clicked when inserted. Stuart K5KVH ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] KPA100 Anderson Plug Wobble
Neal wrote: The Anderson Power plug on my KPA100 has some play in it and when it moves slightly, power drops. Has anyone seen this before and what can I do to make it stable? -- Do you have the contacts fully inserted in the housing? When pushed in the should click in place and cannot be removed by tugging on the wire. Try pulling the wires out of the shell, if the wire and contact comes out it wasn't in all the way. If they aren't fully seated, you can get all sorts of intermittent connections! Ron AC7AC ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [HFpack] New Elecraft Product: T1 Miniature Stand-Alone ATU
Wayne, Can the T1-FT817 Adapter be used with the FT-897 (running in the 20 watt battery mode). 73, Mike N2MS Introducing the Elecraft T1 20-Watt Automatic Antenna Tuner and optional T1-FT817 Adapter Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- What would our lives be like without music, dance, and theater? Donate or volunteer in the arts today at Network for Good! http://us.click.yahoo.com/TzSHvD/SOnJAA/79vVAA/PMYolB/TM ~- http://www.hfpack.com -- = ALWAYS SNIP, DELETE, or EDIT the ORIGINAL MESSAGE before sending. All messages should be friendly and helpful. Sign your message with your NAME and CALLSIGN. HFPACK SATURDAY-SUNDAY NET SCHEDULE= 1630z and 2230z UTC on 14342.5 kHz USB (Worldwide) 0200z UTC on 5371.5kHz USB (USA) -- This is a private communication intended only for members of HFpack. -- To unsubscribe, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hfpack/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction
Leigh, I do not have the manuals with me but i feel sure that the 5 brown 103 caps do the job...soldered them in on Saturday afternoon Steve - Original Message - From: Leigh L Klotz, Jr. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Craig Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 7:07 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K2/SSB Construction Something to watch out for: The KSB2 manual tells you which set of bypass capacitors to install on the front panel board on page 1. However, the K2 manual rev F on p.28 directs you to p.16 of the KSB2 manual, which doesn't warn you that there are two sets of caps of different sizes. Leigh / WA5ZNU I just ordered a K2 and SSB adaptor so while ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.2 - Release Date: 28/02/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.2 - Release Date: 28/02/2005
