The finger tabs on this keyer are they held by rivets or screws? On my
other Bencher the finger tabs are held by rivets and the dit paddle is
getting loose which is a bit annoying. Anyone have any tips on this or
info on the hex?
Thanks much gentlemen.
~Brett (KC7OTG)
Greg wrote:
Setting up your K3 for PSK (and other audio-based digital modes)
Many thanks Greg. Like a lot of things, it looks so easy when you know
how :)
One thing that threw me was that I assumed (yes I know, assume makes an
ASS of U and ME!) that the mic gain was the same in ssb and
Screws I think, but very shallow socket heads.
73 de M0XDF / K3 #174, HexKey #375
On 03/03/2008 08:27, Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent:
The finger tabs on this keyer are they held by rivets or screws? On my
other Bencher the finger tabs are held by rivets and the dit paddle is
getting
don't you think that would get complicated and of course you'd have to do
the opposite for USB (wouldn't you?). The way it is now, the rig is not
second guessing what your trying to do and your not having to figure out
what its doing.
just my 2c worth
On 03/03/2008 05:40, Tony Fegan VE3QF
The K2 just passed all the second powered up tests (woohoo)
One quick question though. I was not able to peak up L34 for max signal/min
noise. The core hit the top of the can, I could have used another couple of
turns. So maybe this is not peaked to optimum?
I peaked L1 and L2 and heard a
If Crossband Split mode is not an available feature, when working Split in
the same band, and using your example, I would have thought that the band
select control system could be used to tell the K3 that 225 means 7.225 MHz
Sorry I don't know if the K3 can operate in Crossband Split mode (you
Perhaps we should wait for the KRX3 to be available and then use it a
little, before asking for Split mods?
On 03/03/2008 11:01, Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy [EMAIL PROTECTED]
sent:
If Crossband Split mode is not an available feature, when working Split in
the same band, and using your example,
Ken wrote:
...I would like to construct a good portable antennae to use while camping
Mike responded:
...I have played around with multi-band HF antennas for camping and backpacking
for more than 30 years. I've tried resonant dipoles with and without traps,
untuned dipoles fed with balanced
At 3/1/2008 10:51 AM, Geoffrey Downs wrote:
Les, WB6MND wrote:
I would like to be able to return to fixed settings that I program and are
stored. That way I always have a familiar starting point that works best in
most situations, but that I can adjust further to customize for the
particular
David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote on Monday, March 03, 2008 11:28 AM
Perhaps we should wait for the KRX3 to be available and then use it a
little, before asking for Split mods?
A second receiver built into the system is certainly the better option,
especially when using Crossband Split, no relay
Sorry not sure I understood that, the KRX3 is the second sub-receiver and a
lot of us are waiting for it to be released, most paid for it with the
deposit for the K3. It already developed and just undergoing some changes
because Wayne wasn't happy with it.
On 03/03/2008 12:21, Geoffrey
Jack,
The peak on L34 is difficult to discern because it is quite broad. For
now, I suggest setting the slug 1 turn in from the top of the can.
After you have your K2 completed and the KSB2 board (if any) installed,
I suggest you do a full dial calibration and filter setup using
Hello all,
I bought a K2 serial number 5334 some time ago and I have been
enjoying the capabilities of the receiver since I got it in the shack.
Transmit audio on SSB is another matter.
I have tried changing mics and readjusting the BFO for OP1 etc.
I continue to get audio reports
I would not recommend trying crossband split until the sub receiver is finished
and the firmware
modified to allow it. Brett's proposal is stricly a shortcut for in-band
split. When the firmware is
done for the sub receiver you sill be able to control the frequency and other
functions of
I notice a lot of black screws called out for internal construction of the
K3. I always thought the black screws were just for looks. So why are they
used inside? Strength? Corrosion resistance? Just because?
73, Carl WS7L
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Hi All,
I would question the assertion that a resonant dipole is the
absolute best choice. First of all, I think the original
query included the condition that the antenna needed to fit
within the footprint of the campsite. Now, we don't know
how big that footprint is, but I can certainly
-Original Message-
I bought a K2 serial number 5334 some time ago ... Transmit audio on
SSB ... badly distorted audio that seams to me to have elements of
clipping at the peaks of words. And also even when i whistle a single
tone I hear multiple tones in the second receiver. In
On Mon, 03 Mar 2008 00:27:16 -0800, you wrote:
The finger tabs on this keyer are they held by rivets or screws? On my
other Bencher the finger tabs are held by rivets and the dit paddle is
getting loose which is a bit annoying. Anyone have any tips on this or
info on the hex?
Thanks much
Kevin,
It's FINE to be elitist -- just include ALL the elite =^)
Your message gave me the idea to log S/Ns from EC rigs worked on the
SSB net. Some people will do ANYTHING for another certificate, and
we'll do ANYTHING to get more check-ins.
Windy
KM5Q
... We still need SD and DE
In a recent message, Carl Clawson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote ...
I notice a lot of black screws called out for internal construction of the
K3. I always thought the black screws were just for looks. So why are they
used inside? Strength? Corrosion resistance? Just because?
The black screws
I've been meaning for awhile to build a key-to-rig switch. Finally, I got
around to it and it makes changing keys so convenient that I wish made it
sooner. It's cheap and easy - under $20 and about 2 hours of work - and then
you can switch your favorite cw keys between rigs. I have a k1 and
Has anyone made a direct comparison to determine if a 2.8 filter produces
noticeably better transmit audio? (like fuller, more natural sound).
Windy KM5Q
K3 ? due late March
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What about the people who don't buy the second RX? And even still its only
an idea to save time and would save time in the presence or absence of the
second RX. Wouldn't you agree?
-Original Message-
From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, March 03, 2008
I was thinking that we don't know what changes in F/W may arrive when the
KRX3 becomes available.
On 03/03/2008 17:38, Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent:
What about the people who don't buy the second RX? And even still its only
an idea to save time and would save time in the presence or
Hi everyone,
Can any of you tell me what, if any, possibilities exist for remote control of
the K3? Seems like there's been some discussion about it, but I subscribe to
the Digest reflector mode and frequently delete a digest forgetting to copy and
save a particular post of interest.
Just
At the moment remote control is via the RS232 (COM port) connector, you will
eventually be able to control all aspects of the radio. For audio there are
various solutions available already.
An Ethernet connector / solution has not been suggested so far.
Simon Brown, HB9DRV
OK folks:
After further checking, I find that I have good power from SSB on 80, 40
30 meters.
( I've taken the tuner out of the rig and have it hooked to a 50 ohm load
with a watt meter in line )
What's got me pulling my hair is the rig is fine on CW on all bands.
I don't understand
I expect any such comparison to be premature. The main limitation on
fuller audio is not being able to vary the transmit passband and I believe
that feature will be added in a future firmware enhancement.
The main advantage of the 2.8 filter is probably better immunity to
interference by very
I believe Tree, N6TR, is already remoting the K3 using Ham Radio Delux. I
think you can
also use TRX Manager.
-
73,
Greg - AB7R
Whidbey Island WA
NA-065
K3#0009 and 0319
On Mon Mar 3 9:52 , STEPHEN W BANKS sent:
Hi everyone,
Can any of you tell me what, if any,
hi over the years ive done a good bit of portable work. and the best antennae
i have used
is a vertical . i use a dk9sq 33ft mast with 33ft copper wire taped to the mast
( 1/4 wave on 40m)
an atu and ground wires or on a nice day the wire conected to my k2. useing
the atu in the k2 to
work
While doing a quick scan of the K3 order page I noticed the 100 watt PA
has gone up in price again. This time, it pissed me off. I have a K3
on order but have not ordered the 100 watt PA. I don't *quite* have the
money for it but I am on the fence, wondering if I should stretch a bit
and get it
This is the thing I use the most. I use the MFJ 33' Fiberglass mast. Small
hookup wire for antenna elements. 33' vertical and at least 2, preferably 4
radials laid on ground 90 degrees apart. White insulated mil-spec type
wire used (24-26 guage) with tracer stripes. White wire wasy to see
sorry, I wasn't suggesting we don't ask, but I'd like to get the current
outstanding items before I give him much more to think about :)
On 03/03/2008 19:15, Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent:
Well if we don't think of ideas or even ask then its on Wayne to figure out
what is wanted or
Marshall,
Are you operating the MC-43 in the 500 ohm position - there is a 50K/500
switch shown in the MC-43 schematic and it should be in the 500 ohm
position.
How are you handling the mic bias when switching from the MH2 (electret
element which needs the bias resistor) and the MC-43
I have no issues with prices going up. What frosts my cake is the lack
of a courtesy announcement to the faithful to give us a heads up so we
can make a more informed decision.
- Keith N1AS -
- K2 5411.ssb.100 -
- K3 Wave 3 -
-Original Message-
last friday i printed out a order form for
last friday i printed out a order form for a new k2
but by saterday the price had gone up $30 i
just said oh well its worth it elecraft have to
make a living who would we turn to if there was
no elecraft for good radio eqpt keep up the good
work boys and grils chris g0wfh
It is hardly surprising considering the US Dollar is so weak at the moment
and most of the parts are not made in the USA. Had Elecraft passed on the
complete fall in the Dollar, I suspect it would be a lot more.
Darwin, Keith wrote:
While doing a quick scan of the K3 order page I noticed
The peak on L34 is difficult to discern because it is quite broad. For
now, I suggest setting the slug 1 turn in from the top of the can.
1 turn from the top would be off peak. It needs to be right on the top
(and possibly further). I am assuming that something else in the circuit is
not the
Larry,
The system I use for a portable antenna can be adapted to most any
circumstances I find myself in. It can be a horizontal dipole, and
inverted vee or a vertical. They all work, some better than others, but
hey, it allows one to get on the air in difficult places. It is not
always
Well if we don't think of ideas or even ask then its on Wayne to figure out
what is wanted or needed for every feature all on his own. Now granted this
has worked VERY well for us Elecrafters in the past but I'm sure if you ask
him he'd much rather have input on ideas.
Just my opinion.. But
Jerry,
Which radio are you referring to? I think the K2 since you mention SSB board.
Correct?
-
73,
Greg - AB7R
Whidbey Island WA
NA-065
K3#0009 and 0319
On Mon Mar 3 10:19 , n0jrn sent:
OK folks:
After further checking, I find that I have good power from SSB on
On Mon, 3 Mar 2008 12:02:37 -0700, you wrote:
While doing a quick scan of the K3 order page I noticed the 100 watt PA
has gone up in price again. This time, it pissed me off. I have a K3
on order but have not ordered the 100 watt PA. I don't *quite* have the
money for it but I am on the fence,
I got my Katiegram today from Aptos. A K3 kit with many options, ordered
7/27/07 to be shipped within 7-10 days.
I took note of the price increases back in January, and those posted today.
By ordering when I did, I saved a total of $200 plus. I am pleased with my
decisions.
I am not unhappy
Looks like Elecraft will have to change their advertisements to reflect the new
pricing on the K3 and K2.
Elecrafts state-of-the-art K3 transceiver offers a unique combination of
ultra-high performance and affordability.
Both 100-watt and 10-watt (upgradeable) models are available.
At 02:37 PM 3/3/2008, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
..for the 100-W assembled model (K3/100), the rig is
comparable in both features and performance to transceivers listing
at up to six times its price.
WITH THE WEAK DOLLAR, I'll bet ICOM would love to catch up by
increasing the the 7800
You might want to go to elecraft.com, click on email list and then
search the reflector archives. Probably find exactly what you need that way.
Jerry W4UK
At 12:52 PM 3/3/2008, STEPHEN W BANKS wrote:
Hi everyone,
Can any of you tell me what, if any, possibilities exist for remote
control of
I received an e-mail this afternoon from Katie confirming the invoice and
shipment in 7-10 days of my order placed on July 27, 2007. Good news and
another data point on the backlog management curve.
-
Chuck, AE4CW
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Is there a place for directions of updating the K3? I can't seem to find them
Lee - K0WA
Today of all daysI'm flummoxed
In our day and age it seems that Common Sense is in short supply. If you don't
have any Common Sense - get some Common Sense and use it. If you can't find
any
Is there a place for directions of updating the K3? I can't seem to find them
Open K3 Utility and then click on help
73,
Lyle KK7P
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Many companies use pending price increases as a marketing scheme to
push potential buyers into buying. I'm glad Elecraft does not play
that game with us.
Giving notice that prices are going up is a marketing scheme ONLY if
prices DON'T go up. If they do, then what the vendor is giving the
Has anyone on the list used WSJT FSK441 mode with a K2? If so I'd like
to hear about your experience.
I've tried it with a XV-50 that I recently built and so far have just
limited success. I have decoded about 2-3 transmissions (plus another
2-4 partials) over 3 Saturday morning random hour
Fellow hams.
I am now set up to engrave the Acrylic Display Covers for the K3.
You can see my own at: www.arkayengravers.com/elecraft/
Just click on 'K3 pictures' on the left menu.
Judging by responses, I will order sufficient plates from Elecraft.
Please email me off list: ken (AT)
I tried on our 70 MHz band with my XV-70. The same goes for JT65 as used by
our beacons where I found the tuning very critical.
I thought nothing of this but maybe you have a point.
Some weeks later on, I tried decoding JT65 on 23cm via an Icom IC910 and it
worked fine. It may be the K2
Yeah, Keith. Several of us are in your boat. I was going to build up
the 10 watt radio first and then order the KPA3. When I placed the
order they were projecting a mid December delivery. If that had
happened I still could have had plenty of time to order the KPA3
before any price increase.
Hey Guys,
I just got off the phone with Madeline @ Elecraft. I changed my
order to a kit like several of you had advised. The big news for me
(sorry if you already know this) is that the FM filter was released
today! The only outstanding things are the sub receiver and the DVR. Now
the
Lyle Johnson-6 wrote:
Is there a place for directions of updating the K3? I can't seem to find
them
Open K3 Utility and then click on help
The K3 Update Utility is here:
http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm
73, Bill
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I basically have the same, but never thought of using it as anything but an
inverted V - thanks Don
On 03/03/2008 19:55, Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent:
Larry,
The system I use for a portable antenna can be adapted to most any
circumstances I find myself in. It can be a horizontal
Lenny,
You have the 2.1 kHz filter width installed, and when the BFOs are
properly adjusted, the high frequency corner of the passband will be
close to 2300 Hz.
Order the SSBCAPKT from Elecraft and change the SSB filter width to 2.4
kHz, or even 2.6 kHz.
While you are at it (if you have not
I ordered a K3 about 2 weeks ago. Total for the 100w kit with tuner and
second rx was $2669.00. I paid that much about a year ago for a new
transceiver from an unnamed manufacturer with dual rx. Enough said. I'm sure
I won't be disappointed with the K3 purchase. I am very disappointed with
the
Some experience here with the PAR EndFedZ EF-10/20/40 may be of interest to the
group. As you all may know it is a self-resonant half-wave QRP antenna -
25watts continuous - for 40, 20 and 10 meters. It requires no counterpoise
and has a sealed matching network at the feed point end. I'm using
Wayne:
Are you kidding me? This is another RTFM issue? Oh boy...color me embarrassed.
Doug KR2Q
On Mon, Mar 3, 2008 at 3:15 PM, wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Doug,
The SPLIT condition will be preserved across a FREQ ENT within the same
band if you have CONFIG:SPLT SV (split
Sandy Chris
If you happen to have another 33 ft. mast; a real performer is a pair of 1/2
wave verticals,(20 thru 10m) spaced anywhere between 1/4 to 5/8ths WL, end fed
in phase, or not. Can fire broadside or off the ends. Use four of these in a
box pattern you can have a unidirectional beam.
Doug,
The SPLIT condition will be preserved across a FREQ ENT within the same
band if you have CONFIG:SPLT SV (split save) set to YES. (This also
preserves the status of SPLIT/RIT/XIT on every band, independently.)
73,
Wayne
N6KR
From: DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Subject: [Elecraft] K3: split freq:
Dear fellow Elecrafters,
One of the most tiresome traits my fellow amateurs have is to sit
with me and extol the virtues of their G5RV, Carolina Windom, 3
element monobander 80 Mtr antenna at 100 tt, or what-ever. The
truth is that all antennas have some virtue and it just depends what
is
On Mon, 3 Mar 2008, Darwin, Keith wrote:
So I'm down to 3 choices.
2. Order the PA now and be insulated against any further increases.
I have list track of the delivery schedule, but I think there's enough lag time
to order the PA, and start putting a bit aside a week/paycheck/etc.
3.
This is why they have software management tools. He's not having to fret
over remembering every feature and bug fix request. If he was he'd have
jumped off a bridge long ago! From what I understand there is a full
software development management environment in place which is probably part
of
Greetings fellow Elecrafters and Elecrafters-to-be!
I will take another turn at the mic this evening on 40m.
The frequency: 7.185 +/- (note:this is a change from before 7.195)
The time: 6:00 PM Pacific coast time, 9:00 PM East coast time, and 0200
Real time!
Hope to hear you on
Lenny W2BVH wrote:
Has anyone on the list used WSJT FSK441 mode with a K2? If so I'd like
to hear about your experience.
Hello Lenny,
Yep I did and do! And I can tell you that it works fine. It's a bit late
here, so
Hi Mike and Lenny,
Using FSK441, don't change the tones (as far as I know you can't).
Just tune in for the RX signal and the DF will show you how to tune in on
your partner. From then on it should be OK.
73's, Evert PA2KW
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL
Thanks Don for the historical-technical backup!
I've got SN4836 so won't have that problem.
73's, Evert
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm
Sent: Monday, March 03, 2008 23:10
To: w2bvh
Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re:
This price increase should not have been a surprise to anyone.
When the K3 first came out, there were numerous posts about gosh, how
inexpensive is that!.
It was even compared to a loaded K2 and boy..they sure were close.
Did this make sense to us? Not really (marketing aside). We were all
My 2¢ - the cost of materials is going up and the value of the dollar
is falling. You may have noticed that some other lesser expensive ham
rigs have increased in price too, the Yaesu FT-857 and the Icom IC-706
are up at some stores. The price has probably went down several euros
since it was
I vote YES for an Ethernet connector
Carry-on
Bill Harris w7kxb
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Remote Control...
Date: Mon, 3 Mar 2008 19:14:20 +0100
CC:
At the moment remote control is via the RS232 (COM port)
Just to elaborate on what Evert is saying below -- You want to tune the
receiver frequency using RIT, with the FSK441 DF (Delta frequency) reading as
your guide. You do NOT want to tweak with the transmit frequency. Set your
main VFO to the frequency agreed upon (e.g., 50.255 MHz) and leave it
Well... I pretty much figure it this way, I had to wait past the first
announcements of the K3, ...
after analyzing things a bit... and taking aim at the goal... figured that I
might be able to liquidate enough
to make a K3... but wait.. if it is really underpriced... and it is... then who
is
Page 18 of the K3 Owner's Manual (Rev C1, Nov 18, 2007) designates
RS232 pin 6 as RTS, but the EIA standard says pin 6 is DSR, and pin 7
is RTS. Is this an error in the manual?
John N3AM
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Thanks for catching this John. We had another report of this today and the
manual will be corrected in the next revision.
Pin 6 should be listed as not used. Pin 7 should be the RTS pin.
Don...Could you put this on the Wiki also?
Thanks
73
Greg
AB7R
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From: [EMAIL
In a message dated 3/3/2008 12:28:35 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The finger tabs on this keyer are they held by rivets or screws? On my
other Bencher the finger tabs are held by rivets and the dit paddle is
getting loose which is a bit annoying. Anyone have any
First off, this is a LONG email, so be warned :)
I picked up K3 #476 in Aptos the weekend before the contest, then
hopped on a plane to do the ARRL DX SSB contest from KH6LC. I thought
others might be interested in first impressions from a contester that
had not used a K3 before last week. There
On Mon, Mar 3, 2008 at 9:37 PM, Ed Muns [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I hope this is useful to some, I'd love to talk to others
that have experienced the spatial characteristic of the AFX
mode, or hear Elecraft's input on how that was done.
Most people have found AFX to be positive. Many
Doug Wrote:
This price increase should not have been a surprise
to anyone.
When the K3 first came out, there were numerous posts
about gosh, how
inexpensive is that!.
It was even compared to a loaded K2 and boy..they
sure were close.
Did this make sense to us? Not really (marketing
aside).
I hope this is useful to some, I'd love to talk to others
that have experienced the spatial characteristic of the AFX
mode, or hear Elecraft's input on how that was done.
Most people have found AFX to be positive. Many contesters leave it on all
the time and miss it when they put one radio
--- Jeff Kinzli N6GQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
First off, this is a LONG email, so be warned :)
I picked up K3 #476 in Aptos the weekend before the
contest, then
Great write up Jeff. I noticed that when I called you
popped right back to me even though I was low power
with 50 to 80 watts.
I -think- my e-mail delivery problems are fixed, and I hope
everyone who has requested information about my Elecraft
and HexKey covers has received a reply.
If not, please send me another request.
Rose Kopp - N7HKW
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
or
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Does the higher accuracy TCXO result in lower phase noise? If so in dB
how much lower would one expect out of a delta in 4 ppm and 4.5 ppm.
This is assuming the 4ppm which one will get with out implementation of
firmware correction and 4.5 ppm delta which one will obtain once this
feature is
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