5 month, 8 days, 9 hours...never waited that long for an email ;-)
Got Katiegram yesterday evening. Ordered Nov. 10th.
sub-receiver, 1.8khz filter and voice recorder on backorder.
Frank, DD7ZT
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Ah, you mean the roofing filter? So I'm guessing you have a 2.7kHz 5
pole - I have the 2.8kHz 8-pole and there is no offset required afaik
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remains a fool forever. -Chinese proverb
On 17 Apr 2008, at 22:05, H. Cary III wrote:
OK, G4AON and I had a rather difficult QSO this morning and having
spoken on the phone last night and then on 3.775 SSB, we agreed we
both sounded the same, both K3s reading 3.775.000 and I reduced the
DSP to 1.8 and set NR at F1-4 because of the noise.
So, I'm thinking those who say I'm
K3/100 kit arrived yesterday afternoon (04/17/08) and I started
construction around 2330Z. By 0700Z I was playing around with the 10W
version and trying to figure out all of the calibrations. I had not done
much reading in the manual to prepare for first use, but I am stumbling
through it.
Mike Morrow [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote on Thursday, April 17, 2008 9:12 PM
One can make contacts with even the poorest of antennas, and not realize
how
poor the performance is. Side-by-side tests out in the boonies is the
real
test of relative performance. Nothing beats that!
Thanks for the suggestion N4OI but the R8 was released 16 years ago. I'd like
to take advantage of some modern receiver design.
Shane,
You could consider buying a used Drake R8 on eBay -- In my opinion it is a
fantastic general coverage receiver with sync dedtection and great sound.
You might
Any good ideas?
Presently using an old (and heavy) Yeasy power supply, working very well
but - like many others I plan to bring my K3 on trips as well.
Anyone tested the MFJ-4125? In that case: How about the noise level?
Any other/better low weight switching power supplies?
Must say the K3
Ordered: September 26, 2007
Katiegram: March 26, 2007
Shipped: April 7, 2008 (no tracking number given)
Received: April 14, 2008
K3 #647
Assembly time: 10 hours
Configuration/Calibration time: 1.5 hours (Introducing the K3 to itself)
K3/100 (100 watt transceiver kit, 2.7 kHz. 5
Hi
Yes I have used a MFJ-4125 and it is very quiet both RF and fan noise. I
also have a 4225-MV and A 4245-MV . The 4225-MV is the same as the 4125
except it has lighted volt and amp meters and a pot on the front panel to
adjust the voltage. I use the 4225-MV for a bench supply when I work on
Ken,
I'm going to say what a lot of people are thinking but to polite to express.
I like your suggestion. After all the prime focus of the K3 design is
amateur band, CW,SSB, and digital modes. Having high performance for these
modes is its selling point. Asking it to do everything on all
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Apr 19, z to 2359z
Rules: http://www.iarc.org/
Lennart,
This is pretty simple issue. I use a variety of power supplies with the K2 and
the K3. I like the Astron SS-20 and SS-25. Why? Because I got them for a
good price at a hamfest. Nothing special, they just work. I have run Field
Day with those on generator power and have had no
The blindness of the HF only operator again?
FM is absolutely a majority mode everywhere but HF, but to have only heard 1
FM signal in 50 years implies not attempt to progress beyond HF.
FM is used all the time at VHF, though not for DX. That in Europe at least
includes 6m and up. There is
What I would like to know is the meaning of the various levels of NR as
you crank the main knob. T1, T2, T3 etc. Is one better for cw than the
other? I find myself using the T1-1 or T1-2 most of the time.
The best way to learn this is to use it and experiment. There is no
correct, objective
And get the backlog down to almost off the shelf ...
It is clear that it isn't just the HF op who is blind.
73 de Brian/K3KO
jimbrass wrote:
I'll have to go along with K3KO; I tried to opine the same thought
through Nabble and it was never posted. Three of the most voracious
modes,
I agree with the diversity of usage of rigs. I'm guilty of being the
blind HF op who only uses CW and a bit of SSB, but I'm really interested
in experiencing synchronous AM. I'd love to do some 10M FM just for
fun. I'm sure there are others like me who, while focusing on one mode,
are
I'll have to go along with K3KO; I tried to opine the same thought through
Nabble and it was never posted. Three of the most voracious modes, spectrum
wise, are FM, AM, and most anything digital, in that order. Spectrum is and
has been a premium for amateurs. It may be more so in the future.
The problem has been located and repaired on my K1. There was a bad solder
joint on L1. Now I am getting the solar backpack ready to go hike up Streaked
Mountain and operate CW!
73 DE N1URA
-Cory
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Hi Brian,
There are many users of 10M and 6M FM and
many repeaters on these bands ... even several here
in Montana. (:-)
AM also has many users, especially on 75M and 160M.
73! Ken Kopp - K0PP
Montana Frequency Coordinator
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What I would like to know is the meaning of the various levels of NR
as you crank the main knob...
---
The T value indicates the length of the FIR filter being constructed,
Lower values are longer filters and may be thought of as less aggressive.
This should have stated F values.
T
After seeing the first mention of a broken wire on this filter board I
decided to get the magnifying glasses and a bright light and take a close
look. Mine also has the same problem of an apparently too short of a lead
from the toroid to the outside edge of the board solder pad. The lead
K3 ordered 11-07-07
Katiegram 4-17-08
To be shipped in 7-10 days, Hooray
NF8J
Paul VanOveren
Alto, Michigan
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I do not favor censorship on this reflector. These are only suggestions.
This hobby is not only for CW and SSB ops. The K3 developers can accept or
disregard any or all suggestions on this reflector.
Bob Serwy - N9RS
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tell me what I am missing here, SLEEP.
73, Jim
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Subject: [Elecraft] Serial # 690 lives
K3/100 kit arrived yesterday afternoon (04/17/08) and I started
construction around
I for one am looking forward to AM synch on the K3. (or will be, once
I've gotten my K3...). As strange as it might sound, I wouldn't have
ordered one if not for general coverage receive capability, so this
feature is pretty important to me. That and CW are my prime focus.
I don't have a problem
Thank you, First things first. These guys are doing a great job. I'm sure
the practical things will happen in their proper time slot. Lets give them
a little slack.
73, Jim
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Sent: Friday, April 18,
Len
I've recently been using an SEC1223 switched mode supply, but started
hearing wandering noises on 80m that came from the PSU, this was one of
the later CE Marked units with output filtering. Some models of
switched mode units appear to include a tuning control to move the
birdies... The
I don't think any of us are grumpin' at Elecraft for not having
implemented sync-AM or FM yet. At least I know I'm sure not. I agree
completely that they need to get the main stuff working first. CW, SSB,
RX TX performance, etc.
But, Sync-AM and FM were part of the original plan and I for one
All these musings about AM and FM modes and such are interesting reading. It
all takes time.
In a year or two, The K3 will be a better radio with all the bells and whistles
you want.
It just takes time.
We live in a linear time universe...and on this planettime is a
...but my Momma always said I had to wait until the cookies were done
baking.
Amen!
Mr. Carey Magee
K2RNY
Rochester, NY
Grid: FN13ef
Quoting Lee Buller [EMAIL PROTECTED]:
All these musings about AM and FM modes and such are interesting
reading. It all takes time.
In a year or
Yes, being patient is tough. Development in such an open environment
can lead to grousing, but the increased feedback, compared to a
relatively small number of testers, will eventually pay off with a
much better design than if Elecraft had decided to freeze the
firmware before releasing
I use an MFJ-4125 for portable operation because it is so small and light.
It is also very RF quiet. For base station use, I use a Samlex SEC-1235M
which is also very RF quiet (I have a review of the Samlex power supply on
my website at www.ad5x.com). Finally, I also have a Gamma HPS-1a (also
IMHO, that is said most poetically in the King James version of the
Bible - Ecclesiastes 3:1:
To every thing there is a season, and a time for every purpose under
the heaven.
Pete Seegar also wrote and performed a very nice musical interpretation
of that passage.
All good things will be
... Also, independent sideband selection would be nice as
well.
You can do this with the SubRx. Set one Rx for USB, the other Rx for
LSB, LINK the VFOs and you have it.
Yes, I know, the SubRx is not shipping yet. But they *are* being
manufactured and the one in my K3 *is* working.
73,
This hobby is not only for CW and SSB ops. The K3 developers can accept or
disregard any or all suggestions on this reflector.
I may not comment on many things here, but I try and monitor the
reflector as best I can.
The firmware currently being tested does FM (w/CTCSS encode, repeater
I just hope that bug fixes come above everything else on the
list.
73
Stewart G3RXQ
On Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:21:47 -0700, Lyle Johnson wrote:
This hobby is not only for CW and SSB ops. The K3 developers
can accept or
disregard any or all suggestions on this reflector.
I may not comment on many
So, TT is getting input from potential customers as to the features
folks want in their next rig. Are they taking a page from the Elecraft
playbook?
- Keith N1AS -
- K2 5411.ssb.100 -
- K3 maybe today -
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I just hope that bug fixes come above everything else on the list.
I hope bug fixes are prioritized appropriately on the list and many lower
priority bug fixes not addressed until options like the KRX3 are released.
73,
Ed - W0YK
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Lyle Johnson wrote:
The firmware currently being tested does FM (w/CTCSS
encode, repeater splits, etc.) and has wider AM
receive bandwidth. It has better low frequency SSB
response, better ALC, and a number of other
enhancements.
Of course Lyle has this NOW, in addition to a working
SubRx.
If
I'd hoped to use this configuration in the FL QSO Party next weekend so the
driver could hear what was going on while the operator had the benefit of
shutting out road noise with headphones. Setting the option to YES does
indeed enable the SPKR, but headphones change to sound in left ear only
N4BP wrote:
I'd hoped to use this configuration in the FL QSO Party next weekend so the
driver could hear what was going on while the operator had the benefit of
shutting out road noise with headphones. Setting the option to YES does
indeed enable the SPKR, but headphones change to sound in
There are MANY great things about he Elecraft radios :
I do not have to take it all or leave it : I order it or add options to suit
what I want.
Even though I order it now, I can download the latest and greatest firmware
and have the improvements as they become available. I don't have to wait
Unfortunately, my K3 NR and NB are poor second performers compared to one
standard, the SGC ADSP2. I've made my concerns to Lyle and Wayne and hope
improvement will be placed high on the to-do list using the ADSP2 as a
standard.
If you want to experience a very effective noise reduction, always
Hello,
Well the day is finally here.
Mark de NK8Q and I de WB3AAL have been talking about a hike on the
Appalachian Trail since last year when we drove to CampMor in NY State.
Mark and I will be starting our hike tomorrow, 19 April, around 10 AM or
14:00 UTC.
We should be at our camp site
Order date Oct 12, 2007
Shipped date Apr 11, 2008 (6 Months delay)
Arrival date Apr 18, 2008
SN 691 K3/100 kit with 400 Hz 8 pole filter, kxv3 interface, K3 2nd
RX on backorder.
Jerry W4UK
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And when will spark be implemented??? After all this takes us back to the
very origins
of Amateur Radio and it should not be allowed to die! No other radio on the
market addresses this mode and Elecraft now has the opportunity to
correct this over-site!
Doug
W6JD...with a Ford spark coil in the
Maybe they figured, if you can't beat them, join them. I did there survey and
have been following it on their reflector.
Gary, N7HTS
On Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:02:53 -0700
Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
So, TT is getting input from potential customers as to the features
folks want in
Has anyone measured the 2 KHZ IMD on a K3 with the stock 2.7 KHz 5
pole filter?
If so, could they please let me know/??
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Dave G. KK7SS
'65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
Two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity.
But I'm not so sure about the universe. ... Albert Einstein.
I can't seem to find the detailed directions for setting the voltage on a RS
22-510 switching supply for the K2. Anybody got them handy? Thanks.
Tim K5OI
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Craig D. Smith wrote:
Most everyone I know (including me) who uses the BuddiPole as a vertical
uses a single quarter wave elevated radial or counterpoise wire. This costs
That could equally be viewed as being a quarter wave, horizontal antenna
with a vertical counterpoise. In free space,
On Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:02:53 -0700
Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
So, TT is getting input from potential customers as to the features
folks want in their next rig. Are they taking a page from the Elecraft
playbook?
- Keith N1AS -
- K2 5411.ssb.100 -
- K3 maybe today -
Their next
Lyle Johnson, KK7P, DSP designer par excellence has written a paper on
how to make the most of th Noise Reduction aspect of DSP.
Check it out, along with a bunch of other great Operating Tips right here...
http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_operating_tips.htm
Or, go to our website and click on the
If I was TenTec management my brow would
be wrinkled. (:-))
73! Ken Kopp - K0PP
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Would it be possible to show what is on the list
A quick look, on the list would make it clear, if it is on.
Assuming what on the list is will be implemented.
73 Ron
K3500
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Questions concerning the Sub RX for the K3.
Can I use the sub RX on a different band as the main band ?
Can I use the sub RX as a second receiver for in the transverter
mode?
Can I have the main receiver tuned to SSB, and the sub receiver to
FM(using the squelch)?
73 Ron
VK4KDD
I'll be spending this weekend putting up some antennae on my property near
Henderson, Texas and will be camping there overnight. I expect to be on the
air around 0100Z (8pm Central) Saturday evening on 7040, possibly 10.106
with KX1, built-in LiPo batteries, and a dipole. I hope to hear you AT
Questions concerning the Sub RX for the K3.
Can I use the sub RX on a different band as the main band ?
Not yet. I suspect this will be possible by the time customer shipments
occur, if not sooner.
Can I use the sub RX as a second receiver for in the transverter
mode?
Yes.
Can I have
K3/100 kit, KAT3, KBPF3, KUSB, MH2
Invoice 50977
ordered 2007-11-16
Katie-gram, 2008-04-07, two to three weeks
Madelyn-gram, - Shipped 2008-04-11
Arrived 2008-04-18
Thanks to all who posted pictures and comments about
their build processs.
I downloaded the manuals from Elecraft and studied
them
Has anyone measured the 2 KHZ IMD on a K3 with the stock 2.7 KHz 5
pole filter? If so, could they please let me know?
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Please also let me know.
Doug N0HH
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Hi Guys
Just was curious after reading about the 6 meter opening posts and how much
fun it can be and was wondering about 2 meters. Is there enough activity and
how wide use does it receive?
I have decided on one more bigger option and really enjoy qrp work but am in
between going either 100
Lyle Johnson, KK7P, DSP designer par excellence has written a paper on
how to make the most of th Noise Reduction aspect of DSP.
Check it out, along with a bunch of other great Operating Tips right here...
http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_operating_tips.htm
Or, go to our website and click on the
I have been using the MFJ 4125 for about two years, with my K2 and now the
K3. I have found no evidence of noise at all.
73
Max/ZL4VV
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HI all:
I wrote to Rob, asking when he would post his findings on the various
BW filters and as a result, it's there now!
http://www.sherweng.com/table.html
See the first line (top entry) on his URL and look over to the
right-hand side. Results for three filters are listed vertically.
The key
Hi
I need some ones opinion on something I am thinking about doing.
I sure hate to have to say, I wish I hadn't done that!
I have two transceivers and one multi-band yagis antenna.
Switching the coax from one rig to the other gets to be a hassle.
I've been thinking about getting a coaxial switch
I have seen a lot of talk about the power pole connectors. Am
I right in assuming that I will get a new power cord with my K3?
I will be using an Astron 70A supply - a bit of over kill, but I
currently run 2 TS-850S on it now. I also have 4 group 29 deep cycle
batteries for backup with 2 80
Bill,
Yes, the power cord parts are included with the K3 kit. This is one
item that will require your soldering iron unless you have a good
(ratcheting type) crimper for the Anderson PowerPole connectors and know
how to properly crimp the connectors.
73,
Don W3FPR
Bill Maddock wrote:
I
Scott,
The real answer is it all depends - it depends on the isolation
provided by your particular relay.
Since you did not specify the relay that you are considering, I cannot
look up the characteristics, but you are looking for an isolation of 60
dB or greater if you are considering 100
Hello Scott,
If you can find a Bird coaxial switch, it will more
than meet your needs. This unit operates with
a pull out-turn-push-in motion and has -very- good
isolation. The switch has -no- contacts ... the knob
actually moves a short length of coax in and out of
the connectors on the
On Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:34:09 -0400, you wrote:
Hi Guys
Just was curious after reading about the 6 meter opening posts and how much
fun it can be and was wondering about 2 meters. Is there enough activity and
how wide use does it receive?
There is much less activity on 2m than on HF. That's
Lisa tells me that if you ask, you can actually buy the ready-made cable
from Elecraft at $10. In my honest opinion you are well advised to order
this with your kit. If you order the ready-built K3, this is what you get.
David
G3UNA
Bill,
Yes, the power cord parts are included with the
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