Good morning all, this morning turned on the K3, P3 and ext monitor and noticed
the frequency cursor was outside the green bandwidth indicator. I tried to
normalize, move the shift and width on the K3 but the cursor still stayed on
the outside of the green bandwidth indicator. I then shut
correction
W5OAI Sam TX K3 4123
W5OAI is actually K5OAI
73 GB
K5OAI
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Good morning all, this morning turned on the K3, P3 and ext monitor
and noticed the frequency cursor was outside the green bandwidth
indicator. I tried to normalize, move the shift and width on the K3
but the cursor still stayed on the outside of the green bandwidth
indicator. I then shut
On 4/21/2012 10:59 AM, Dennis Haarsager wrote:
I understand that there is a plan to pick up the pace,
Dennis,
Elecraft is a small company, and although they have been slowly adding
people for several years as needed to support their growth, it takes
time to work out the many details of
On Mon, 23 Apr 2012, Jim Brown wrote:
On 4/21/2012 10:59 AM, Dennis Haarsager wrote:
I understand that there is a plan to pick up the pace,
Dennis,
Elecraft is a small company, and although they have been slowly adding
people for several years as needed to support their growth, it takes
I have just assembled s/n 2626 and have found low power output. Mine is a two
band version with no options. With a bench supply, I get 4 Watts on 20M and
3 Watts on 40M into a dummy load. This measured with an electaft W1. I will
look again at my LP toroids, but looks like I may need to do the
I have just assembled s/n 2626 and have found low power output. Mine is a two
band version with no options. With a bench supply, I get 4 Watts on 20M and
3 Watts on 40M into a dummy load. This measured with an electaft W1. I will
look again at my LP toroids, but looks like I may need to do the
The problem was finally tracked down to X3,X4 crystals. Changing one of them
(only one was found in a local shop) cured the intermittent frequency
change. BFO frequency range is within the accepted limits (a bit more then
3.6 kHz). VFO linearization and CAL FIL is done. Now I have another
As one who deals with isolating very sensitive low-noise preamps from
QRO levels at VHF I can offer a little more background on receiving
on the same antenna as one transmits. At HF probably most coaxial
relays exhibit adequate isolation, but most eme'rs are familiar with
the situation that
Igor,
What mode? How are you determining that the TX and RX frequencies are
different?
There should be no difference in SSB, and in CW the difference should be
equal to the sidetone pitch.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 4/23/2012 1:23 PM, Igor Sokolov wrote:
The problem was finally tracked down to
What is your DC voltage? The KX1 specification is 3-4 watts with 12
volts, so you are close to the spec right now. If you have an antenna
analyzer, check you dummy load to be certain it is the same 50 ohm pure
resistive load on both bands. Your wattmeter may also be frequency
sensitive -
Sorry to 'bomb' the lists...
I know that Don became a SK last year.
Does anyone have a copy of his solar charger controller instructions?
I built it some time ago, but never got to use it.
The KX3 is the oportunity to use it..
But I've lost the paperwork..
Anyone??
Direct reply is ok...
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On 12-04-23 01:44 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ wrote:
This, in an attempt to get the regulatory agency to void antenna
prohibitions by developers and Home Owners Associations. EP2C8Q208C8N
It would also help to pass along information about antenna use in relation
to amateur radio to the developers and
this is a waste of time as they (FCC) have no jurisdiction over local
laws which differ from community to community.
That is not true. Several years ago the FCC's OTARD (over the air
reception device) ruling overturned restrictions against television
antennas, satellite dishes, wireless
Good afternoon Joe, Thanks for taking the time to post an answer. That was
the odd thing the rig was in CW and not USB LSB or DATA. After reading your
post I just paced the K3 through the different modes from USB down to DATA
and back. After doing that all was good.
Thanks for the feedback
Mike
I am trying to learn the behavior of the K3 ATU Tune. I am switching between
two loads. One is dummy load with SWR of about 1.1. The other is a mismatch
on an antenna with a measured SWR of about 4.9 (as read off of the LP-100A
meter). I am attempting to use the ATU Tune button to bring
On 4/23/2012 11:45 AM, ron wrote:
RADIO LAW: HAM GATHERING SIGNATURES ON PETITION TO VOID ANTENNA PROHIBITIONS
this is a waste of time as they (FCC) have no jurisdiction over local
laws which differ from community to community.
Actually the FCC does have jurisdiction over local
Phil,
The LP-100A (or any external SWR/power measurement device) is not
accurate when you are using the KAT3 (K3 internal ATU) since it is
on the *output* of the tuner and not the *input*.
A tuner *DOES NOT CHANGE THE SWR BETWEEN THE TUNER AND ANTENNA* it
only changes the SWR seen by any device
While that may be true in some kind of libertarian fantasy land, in
reality the FCC (through PRB-1) and the rest of the federal government
has a wide range of authority which can impact (or invalidate) local
laws. This is why one can't legally buy a newly manufactured machine gun
in any state,
Phil,
Actually you can believe both the K3 and the LP-100A.
The KAT3 is inside the K3, and the SWR it reads is that at the INPUT to
the tuner. Tuning the internal K3 tuner will *not* change the SWR on
the outside of the K3, it will still be whatever you read on the LP-100A
- that is the
Greetings, I'd like to use Ham Radio Deluxe 5.11
to control and do logging with my
Elecraft K3. I have the KUSB cable from
Elecraft. Is this the only cable I need to have
my computer take control of the K3 using HRD?
Thanks es VY73'
Steve W8CRH
SEMPER FI
I'll not disagree with you but my view is more cynical. It's all
about the money. From what I see, many of the things in CCRs are
put there by the developer to ensure no one does anything to reduce
his ability to sell units for top dollar. Things like permitted
colors, no cars parked
PRB-1 is not a law. It was a recommendation to local jurisdictions that
they allow reasonable antenna accommodation for ham radio. When the FCC
acted to allow antennas for satellite TV, the commission chose not to
include ham radio.
In recent years, ham radio has proven itself so
On Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 2:09 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com wrote:
...Several years ago the FCC's OTARD (over the air
reception device) ruling overturned restrictions against television
antennas, satellite dishes, wireless internet antennas, etc. The
FCC (and any federal agency) has
Hi Joe:
My HOA had to add an addendum to it's rules to accommodate the use of
a dish up to 1 meter in diameter, per the FCC ruling. Prior to that,
the rules only permitted a dish up to 18 in diameter. Federal law
will always pre-empt state or local laws, including CCRs.
73 de Ray
K2ULR
On Apr 23, 2012, at 2:31 PM, David Christ wrote:
Once in place no Association is willing to
change them for fear of reducing values. Since they are so prevalent
in new developments and have been for many years it has the effect of
red lining for hams.
My experience with these things, is
About my second question on the different readings of the K3 ATU and the
LP-100A. Gosh Darn It -- I knew that. I was not thinking. I had been doing
so many different measurements this morning that when that came about (the
different readings), I was surprised but it was obviously not a
I live out of town on 40 acres. My two towers are in easy view of a state
highway out front. They can be seen for over a mile. Around here my
towers and antennas are landmarks. It's nice to have a little antenna
farm and have it appreciated by others...8)
Used to live in a
Are you using a interface? Such as a Signalink etc.
On Apr 23, 2012 2:31 PM, Steve w8...@comcast.net wrote:
Greetings, I'd like to use Ham Radio Deluxe 5.11
to control and do logging with my
Elecraft K3. I have the KUSB cable from
Elecraft. Is this the only cable I need to have
my
I use HRD for some control of my K3. All I have is a standard serial
cable from the K3 to the computer. I am using version 5.0 build 2893.
Offering far less control of the K3 than for some other rigs, I mostly
use HRD for the memory features and markers on the slide rules. Far too
few features
Over the years, I have used several rigs that offered keypad frequency
entry - NOT from the front panel. Rather, from a third party keypad.
Any such available for the K3?
My mind is sharp enough to remember the frequencies I wish to use - just
not educated sufficiently to design my own keypad
wondering what the estimated time for the availability of both the
battery charger and the RAM mount for the KX3
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The CCRs that are effectively shutting down Amateur Radio in many
residential areas desperately need to be superseded by the FCC. I would
also add that although towers and beams are nice, they really aren't
necessary for effective communication and in some situations aren't
advisable. In my
The thing that prompted me to ask send the message was the first
question about the fold back on power and if it needs the K3 ATU
Tune button to be pressed to reset even though the load is well
matched and should not fold back at all.
I don't understand this question. If you have engaged
Matt,
Thank you for the pdf...
I remember discussing this one with Don quite a few years ago.
The Micro M controller is quite a different beast from KN5DB's controller.
More parts, different controlling methodology with quite a lot of built-in
safety stuff.
IIRC, Don's design was originally
Thanks for jumping in, Phil.
I did not respond with comments because these private contracts do not
affect me - yet.
This is an established neighborhood with no HOA or CCRs, so no problem
putting up antennas.
In fact, my neighbor to the west is also a ham and has higher VHF
antennas than I
On Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 4:10 PM, Steve Reed ai...@arrl.net wrote:
...What the CCRs lack is reasonable accommodation -- for example, I
could easily string up a
multiband wire antenna...
I'm sure all hams would agree with Steve. A clarification of the existing
regs would
My XYL is a real estate broker here in Oregon and one of the things most
often found on a buyer's must have list for a home is *NO HOA*.
As a result, HOA's here tend to bring down the value of a property.
CCRs (Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions on what you can do with
property you buy)
Folks - This OT thread is exceeding our max posting quantity threshold.
Please take it to direct email.
[Thread closed]
73,
Eric
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On 4/23/2012 3:16 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
My XYL is a real estate broker here in Oregon and one of the things
This thread (with a slightly different subject line) is also closed.
73,
Eric
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On 4/23/2012 2:40 PM, Tony Estep wrote:
On Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 4:10 PM, Steve Reedai...@arrl.net wrote:
...What the CCRs lack is reasonable
This is a VALID way of responding and is likely our ONLY chance. If you
don't care about your hobby, don't do a thing.
This has been in process by the ARRL for 3 years and the FCC said they would
not address the private contract (CCRs) SO, the ARRL went to congress and
THEY TOLD THE FCC to
Dave,
One little catch to putting it on my website - I don't have permission
from the owner to do that, and it is not my material.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 4/23/2012 5:24 PM, Dave KK7SS wrote:
Robert Brown kindly sent me the pdf's of Don's notes and Don W (w3fpr) will
probably put them up on his
I have frequently seen real estate ads that actually say No HOAs as a
selling point. Just the opposite of what it was like 20 years ago or so.
On Apr 23, 2012, at 3:16 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
My XYL is a real estate broker here in Oregon and one of the things most
often found on a
Steve,
If you are not running digital modes, you shouldn't need any other
cables. If you are running digital modes (PSK, RTTY, OLIVIA, etc.) you
will need either a sound card interface between the K3 and the computer,
which will require its own cabling, or cables to connect the Line In and
Having had Heathkit building experience, I would agree with the Oct 2004 QST
review's estimated 15-20 hours for assembly. I am up to page 30 of the
assembly manual after 7 hours, and can only imagine doing it much faster if
my eyesight was sharp enough not to need a magnifying lens.
I've posted
I have been trying to make a contact in psk31 mode for two weeks. I have not
had any luck. Settings are good on software. Signalink works had a CW
contact with it. But call CQ and answer cq's and both luck on 20 , 30, or 40
meters.
Is there anyone who experienced this and located a problem. I'm
What rig type?
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Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA EM74ua
km4ik@gmail.com
K3 #281, P3 #688
HRD v5.x/6.0 Test Team
On 4/23/2012 7:58 PM, KC6CNN wrote:
I have been trying to make a contact in psk31 mode for two weeks. I have not
had any luck. Settings are good on software. Signalink works
I noticed this today, good for those who have older XV144s:
Addition of L19 to the XV144 to allow pulling of osc. frequency.
73 de Sebastian, W4AS
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Are you using PSK31 normal frequencies? You can find these at
http://www.podxs070.com/common-psk31-operating-frequencies.
There is a good explanation about why these common frequencies are
best to use for trying to make PSK31 contacts.
If you can't get anyone else by CQing, drop me a line at
Using K3. I'm using data a for mode. Is that maybe the problem?
On Apr 23, 2012 7:30 PM, Matt Zilmer mzil...@verizon.net wrote:
Are you using PSK31 normal frequencies? You can find these at
http://www.podxs070.com/common-psk31-operating-frequencies.
There is a good explanation about why these
At 05:30 PM 4/23/2012 -0700, you wrote:
Hi
First thing is to listen in to PSK conversations. I assume you have no
problem hearing PSK signals.
Jim, VE3CI
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No problem and I decode them fine.
On Apr 23, 2012 8:07 PM, Jim Dunstan jduns...@tbaytel.net wrote:
At 05:30 PM 4/23/2012 -0700, you wrote:
Hi
First thing is to listen in to PSK conversations. I assume you have no
problem hearing PSK signals.
Jim, VE3CI
On 4/23/2012 3:16 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
If your Realtor isn't helpful, contact
the company who insured your title to the property.
No Ron, find a new Realtor who is helpful
73,
Fred K6DGW
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- CU in the 2012 Cal QSO Party 6-7 Oct 2012
- www.cqp.org
Gerald,
Are you using a digital mode program or trying to use psk direct from the
radio? If software, what program?
73
Greg
AB7R
On Apr 23, 2012 6:08 PM, Gerald Manthey kc6...@gmail.com wrote:
No problem and I decode them fine.
On Apr 23, 2012 8:07 PM, Jim Dunstan jduns...@tbaytel.net
Igor,
After giving your question some thought - I would suggest making another
attempt with the K2 set to receive on the FL1 filter (the same filter as
used for transmit).
If you still have the shift between TX and RX, the problem is most
likely in the way the the sidetone shift offset is
OK. You're using the K3 set to DATA - DATA A mode. So far so good.
How is the rig connected to your computer? Directly or through an
interface? How are you keying the rig? This sounds like the big
question here. Are you using VOX, DTR/RTS, or direct COM port keying?
What software are
Data A is the proper sub-mode for PSK31.
Do you have your audio level set correctly? Compression should be zero, but
Increase the audio until you see 4 bars illuminated with the 5th bar
flickering on the ALC scale.
Use the power knob to set the desired power level.
With the K2, K3 and KX3,
Ok, Let me start again, but this time from the computer.
I have a Elecraft K3 and it is hooked up to a signalink. Going to my lap top
which is running a older version of HRD. I decode PSK31 fine business. I am
putting out about 25 watts and have yet to make a contact. I did name a
contact on CW,
Hi Bill.
Using Logger32 (and probably others - I'm pretty sure N1MM does this too), I
just type the frequency into the callsign entry field, hit return, and the
rig QSYs instantly. Easier, more accessible, and less fiddly than the K3
front panel 'freq ent' malarkey, and one less gadget on the
Gerald,
Your SignaLink by default is plugged for Mic level output - and if you
have the SignaLink line out cable connected to the K3 Line-in, you need
to change a jumper to increase the audio out to line level (see the
SignaLink instructions). Currently, you do not have enough audio coming
Gary,
True, but add the other element - the VFO knob on the pod. The
advent of spots and other similar would want the advantage of quick and
direct frequency entry not far from the keyboard, but still there is a
need for fine tuning by a rotary knob.
TenTec has long offered its Pod, and IMHO
You Are the Man DON.
Changed Jumper jp4 and got alc movement.
Set it to 4 bars solid and the fith just blinking and got alc movement.
Now to make a psk contact.
Thank all of you for your help.
Gerald - KC6CNN
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