Re: [Elecraft] K3 External Frequency Reference Questions

2014-09-20 Thread David G4DMP
In a recent message, Sverre Holm (LA3ZA) la...@nrrl.no writes I wonder what's the experience with the MV89A, does it need a lot of adjustment of the control voltage, or does it have this kind of accuracy out of the box? No, Sverre, I did not need an adjustable 5V control voltage as the MV89A was

Re: [Elecraft] CONFIG Question

2014-09-20 Thread Michael Eberle
The uC 04.86 FW REVS is the firmware revision number. From this screen the VFO B knob should cycle through the config parameters and the VFO A knob will cycle through the values available for the selected parameter. From the FW REVS screen, if rotate the VFO A knob clockwise a little, it

Re: [Elecraft] CONFIG Question

2014-09-20 Thread Ron Wetjen
On 9/20/2014 4:24 AM, Michael Eberle wrote: From the FW REVS screen, if rotate the VFO A knob clockwise a little, it should change to something like d1 02.83 which is the DSP firmware revision. I am curious if it will do this, but not change the frequency when you exit the menu. No, turning

[Elecraft] K3 and Heil Proset

2014-09-20 Thread Mike Goldstein
I've had a few responses to my earlier query re using the Heil Proset iC with the K3, others who have had similar problems - you are not alone! Here is my original post: Using the K3, has anyone else had problems with the Heil Proset supplied by Elecraft (model iC) as to audio feedback on

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: K2 Straight key auto detect

2014-09-20 Thread Gene N4FZ
Thanks for the help and the good ideas. I will find a stereo plug first, and go from there. YES, the K2 is a great little rig! 73 -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K2-Straight-key-auto-detect-tp7593193p7593232.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] Test

2014-09-20 Thread Tom Blahovici
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Heil Proset

2014-09-20 Thread Don Wilhelm
The best way to determine if a problem is or is not produced by RF Feedback is to operate with the transmitter working into a dummy load. If the problem goes away, there is a 99% chance it is RFI. This comment is not confined to the K3 or any other Elecraft gear, it can be any transmitter.

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Straight key auto detect

2014-09-20 Thread George Winship, NC5G
Go to the INP menu, edit the parameter and tap DISPLAY to toggle ADET on or off. With ADET set to ON, you should be able to key the K2 from the straight key (or computer) even though the INP menu is set to PDLn or PDLr. Thanks, Gene, for posting the original question and, Don, for the

Re: [Elecraft] CONFIG Question

2014-09-20 Thread Ron Wetjen
On 9/20/2014 8:36 AM, Ron Wetjen wrote: Will try to take a look at the encoders later today and double check to see that they are installed correctly. Disassembled the front panel ... and reinstalled the encoders. That corrected the problem. Both VFO's are working now. On to the setup!

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Looking for a couple of good smart chargers

2014-09-20 Thread Tom McCulloch
Whichever one you decide on, I'd strongly suggest you get something, otherwise the battery will need a a LOT of attention. I have the AA smart charger and it works like a charm with zero attention to it. Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 On 9/18/2014 10:59 PM, Doug Hensley wrote: Elecraft referred me to

[Elecraft] KX3 Tuning noise with 2M module

2014-09-20 Thread gt-i
Hi folks, received my 2M module this week. Assembly went fine, everything as described in the instructions. TX works great, I can drive my PA with 1.5W. RX is also quite sensitive. Worked 2 stations via TR 400km, both were running less power than I did. But: The tuning noise problem which I

[Elecraft] Freq Editor req for update - allow entry of WX freqs

2014-09-20 Thread Jeff Herr
Would it be possible to get the k3/kx3 freq memory editor ver 1.3.3.0 updated to allow entry of the NOAA weather channels? 162.400, .425, .450, .475, 162.500, .525, .550 currently i get a little red exclamation mark error. Jeff Herr, WW6L 4636 Kelton Way Sacramento, Ca 95838 916.925.6089

Re: [Elecraft] K3 External Frequency Reference Questions

2014-09-20 Thread Sverre Holm (LA3ZA)
Thanks David, David G4DMP wrote No, Sverre, I did not need an adjustable 5V control voltage as the MV89A was spot on 10,000,000.00 Hz - Sverre, LA3ZA K2 #2198, K3 #3391, LA3ZA Blog: http://la3za.blogspot.com, LA3ZA Unofficial Guide to K2 modifications:

Re: [Elecraft] Freq Editor req for update - allow entry of WX freqs

2014-09-20 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
The K3/KX3 can't tune those frequencies ... even with the 2 meter transverters. Those frequencies would be well above 30 MHz (IF limit). 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2014-09-20 5:31 PM, Jeff Herr wrote: Would it be possible to get the k3/kx3 freq memory editor ver 1.3.3.0 updated to allow entry

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Tuning noise with 2M module

2014-09-20 Thread Oliver Dröse
Gernot, did you activate the RXSHFT on 2 m? That should take care of it. Think there's a remark on that in the KX3-2M manual, too. 73, Olli - DH8BQA Contest, DX radio projects: http://www.dh8bqa.de Am 20.09.2014 23:23, schrieb g...@gmx.net: Hi folks, received my 2M module this week.

Re: [Elecraft] Freq Editor req for update - allow entry of WX freqs

2014-09-20 Thread Bruce Beford
My understanding is that the KX3 (not the K3) _CAN_ tune the WX band for RX. Bruce/N1RX The K3/KX3 can't tune those frequencies ... even with the 2 meter transverters. Those frequencies would be well above 30 MHz (IF limit). 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2014-09-20 5:31 PM, Jeff Herr

Re: [Elecraft] Freq Editor req for update - allow entry of WX freqs

2014-09-20 Thread Phil Wheeler
Hey, Joe -- From the Elecraft KX3 Module FAQ: *Q:What frequency range will the module cover?* A:On 2 meters: About 120 to 165 MHz, allowing copy of weather-band stations at 162 MHz, airport tower AM in the 120 MHz range, etc. On 4 meters: About 65-72 MHz. Sensitivity gradually falls off

Re: [Elecraft] Freq Editor req for update - allow entry of WX freqs

2014-09-20 Thread Matt Zilmer
The KX3 with KX3-2M is able to tune frequencies in the range 120-168 MHz. See p53 of the owner's manual for the specs. 73, matt W6NIA On Sat, 20 Sep 2014 20:45:45 -0400, you wrote: My understanding is that the KX3 (not the K3) _CAN_ tune the WX band for RX. Bruce/N1RX The K3/KX3 can't tune

Re: [Elecraft] Freq Editor req for update - allow entry of WX freqs

2014-09-20 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
OK guys ... I get the message. The K3 is not able to tune Weather band. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2014-09-20 9:10 PM, Matt Zilmer wrote: The KX3 with KX3-2M is able to tune frequencies in the range 120-168 MHz. See p53 of the owner's manual for the specs. 73, matt W6NIA On Sat, 20 Sep 2014

[Elecraft] SSB net announcement

2014-09-20 Thread Phil Shepard
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