I was using AFSK MMTTY and simply toggled the Normal/Reverse button.
Worked for me, one of the few who made it. I assume this would also
work if using FSK, never tried it.
Regards,
Mike VP8NO
On 08/03/2015 21:02, Orville wrote:
Yesterday, while attempting to work E3ØFB on RTTY, I ran into
Even in the Fixed VFO -- Tuned Spectrum (Tracking?) mode you can set the center
frequency so the VFO A is on the left side. But still the Fixed Spectrum --
Tuned VFO mode is the way to go.
Cheers,
Fred KE7X
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From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On
Actually, the K2 settings are quite stable. I would recommend using
this software to record the settings right after an alignment, then
remove the cable.
If the BFO settings are to be re-installed, know that the 4 MHz
Reference Oscillator may have drifted since the last alignment. If it
is
Klaus,
Read my post on 21 feb, I did exactly the same thing...
You are not alone.
Hihi
73,
Gary
KA1J
Problem solved to my shame.
I forgot to install the coax cable from J4 of the auxiliary KSYN3A to J2
of the main KSYN3A according to page 14 at the KSYN3A manual.
Thanks to Wayne
With this software, there is an increased temptation to leave the
internal counter probe connected inside the K2.
While that is OK for the K2/10, for the K2/100 the probe should not be
left plugged in because it can couple BFO harmonics into the KPA100
resulting in spurious emissions.
Hi Don
Yes, you are right. So the software should only be used right before/after
adjustment and then the cable should be removed.
Indeed the K2/100 I just had here had the cable plugged in, but that was
not because of this software. I think it was just because the previous
owner didn't know
On Sun,3/8/2015 8:47 PM, Wes (N7WS) wrote:
Has anyone other than me ever noted that Rob Sherwood doesn't own a
K3? His #1 operating position has an IC781 and #2 is a TS-990.
Here's part of an exchange re: the obvious superiority of the new
generation of Flex radios. The initial comments are
Thanks for catching this, Rick. It will be restored in the next release. I had
removed it temporarily during a debugging session in nearby source code.
Wayne
N6KR
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On Mar 9, 2015, at 12:24 AM, Rick Bates, WA6NHC happymooseph...@gmail.com
wrote:
While I don't
Wayne,
As a future feature, I would like to see the cw speed be displayable,
but have it scroll by every so often, at word breaks. That way the
full text length of vfo B can be utilized for incoming characters, and
still get a cw speed tickler after say 4 screens (configurable would be
even
On Sun,3/8/2015 8:02 PM, Fred Jensen wrote:
That's the second advantage of Fixed-Tune, the averaging in the
spectrum plot remains constant until tuning past the end of the span.
In tracking mode, the averaging must restart whenever you tune ... 1
Hz or more.
THAT'S why Fixed Tune Mode is so
Hi Sverre and all,
I just recompiled the programs so that Java Web Start is no longer used.
I have only a linux machine to test things on, so can't guarantee
things will run properly on other OSes at this point. Please email me
offlist if things don't run.
A few quick things about
At home I would try one of the end feds, home brew or purchase. The EARCHI and
the LNR work well. Use the SGC SG-230 and run the antenna wire (for stealth
use the Davis RF POLYS-26 Black PE Coated) vertically up side of house, then
horizontal (inverted L). I use RG174 for all QRP and it
Our pleasure, Cary. Thanks for the report!
Did you also try APF on this signal?
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Mar 9, 2015, at 11:14 AM, Carey Magee arsk2...@gmail.com wrote:
Hi Eric, Wayne and all the folks on this reflector.
I have been a relicensed HAM since 2006 and am by no means a big or even
Hello all,
I posted a question on here a few weeks ago about software for controlling
and enhancing the KX3 experience. I had previous experience with
MacLogger and because of that and a lack of clarity on my part many of the
people who responded assumed I was currently running an Apple which I
I have been where you are and then some ... Long story short, after trying
almost every portable antenna I have what I think is a wonderful, simple
solution. I take little Tarheel II screwdriver antenna and mount it on a short
sturdy camera tripod with a few ground radials. It works almost as
The K3 has been sold. Thanks to those who expressed interest.
73, Tony K2SG
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The two I would recommend are fldigi and DXlab {both free}... Try DXlab
first - it has ALL the bells. Both are updated often!
73, steve WB3LGC
On 09-Mar-15 12:56 PM, Mark Tellez wrote:
Hello all,
I posted a question on here a few weeks ago about software for controlling
and enhancing the
This is a thread from June 2013 that was closed by Eric -- in 2013. What
gives?
Joe N1QD
On Mon, Mar 9, 2015 at 12:23 PM, Jim Brown j...@audiosystemsgroup.com
wrote:
On Sun,3/8/2015 8:47 PM, Wes (N7WS) wrote:
Has anyone other than me ever noted that Rob Sherwood doesn't own a K3?
His #1
Not sure how this would fit your particular logistics but take a look
at the 5-band 'cobweb' antenna. It's a folded wire antenna that fits
into relatively small space. I have one in my attic, running 100
watts, 10m thru 20m, the G3TXQ version at karinya.net. I'm quite happy
with it.
73,
Drew
AF2Z
Okay, folks. Please advise me on a worthy cause - my K3. I'm a casual DXer and
I don't contest. My main modes are SSB and soundcard digital. I'm fully stocked
with roofing filters, and I have the KPA500 and KAT500. Should my next purchase
be a subreceiver or a panadapter, and why? 73 Don NA6Z
FOR SALE: Elecraft K1 S/N: 2613 Very good condition. 40m/20m with KFL1-2
30m/17m Band module, KAT1 internal tuner, K1BKLTKIT-X backlight, FDIMP
Finger Dimple, original manuals and even original box -- if desired.
Pictures available. My newish K3 really **NEEDS** a P3 Panadapter.
Was $546 new.
Hello all,
I am a relatively new KX3 user. So far I love the radio but I have had
some issues getting on the air. Almost all have been related to finding a
good portable and primarily a good home antenna. I've tried a number of
solutions and have yet to find one that works well.
I
There may be a reasonable reason why the firmware locks out the Audio Gain
Control during keypad frequency entry, but today that gotya caused me teeth
to hurt -- I had been listening to a weak DX station on 15 CW, so the AF
gain was pretty high. I decided to move to a different frequency, and had
All of Alaska observes DST. We are one hour behind PDT.
But when I moved here in 1979, AK had four time zones and Anchorage
was two hours behind PST. Then the Legislature decide to move to one
time zone and one hour closer to America.
That has the sun reaching highest point at 2pm during
Panadaptor, you will probably get more use from it than the sub rx. I
do... I had occasion to have it mine off for a bit, and it is crippling
to no longer have one... I use it so much more than a sub RX.
--
Thanks and 73's,
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Hi Eric, Wayne and all the folks on this reflector.
I have been a relicensed HAM since 2006 and am by no means a big or even
medium gun. No towers, just wires and a vertical. I do not contest a lot
but am an active DX'er.
Last night, I was trying to get E30FB into my log for #299. In today's
Mark,
You are faced with what is becoming common. I assume you are
running your KX3 barefoot. That makes your antenna installation
critical. The problem with most simple antennas are they require a very
good ground to really be effective. If you have been using the Buddy
Pole as a
Hi folks..
what do people do to switch on their K3 when used remotely?
up until a recent firmware upgrade, I could leave the K3 switched on and power
down the PSU, when the PSU was powered up, the K3 would come alive all by
itself. Shame that this behaviour has been changed,.
After
On 2015-03-09 12:23 PM, Jim Brown posted from Michelle, W5NYV:
So, If you want to talk about what the best contesting rig is, then
I think you have to consider radios in a more multidimensional manner
than by just comparing the equivalent of horsepower. Of which, Flex
clearly seems to win.
I use Fldigi for almost everything digital. It's a very versatile
program, ported to Windoze and Linux (maybe other OSs?). Fldigi and
its suite (flrig, flarq, etc.) are free, and fairly well-maintained
and -documented. Fldigi will also maintain a log for you, but I've
not used this feature
Don,
Without a P3, it is like driving at night without headlights.
And I find it tells me a lot more than just where the other signals are.
Dick, n0ce
Okay, folks. Please advise me on a worthy cause - my K3. I'm a
casual DXer and I don't contest. My main modes are SSB and
Hi Bob,
You can alter the commands that are sent when the knob encoder pulses so you
could use UPB and DNB to control VFO B. Since the knob has two modes, toggled
between with a push of the knob, you could have one of the modes control VFO A
and the other control VFO B.
The commands to
Fred and all,
You are correct! The Navajo Tribe does not stay on AZ time (standard time)
during the DST timeframe. However, there are several reasons for that. For
one thing, the Tribe itself is scattered over 3 states--AZ, NM, and UT. The
biggest chunk is in AZ, but those other states do
Well Don, your question was a SubRx *or* a Panadaptor [P3?]. In the
interest of balance ...
I have a moderately vanilla K3 #642, KPA500, KAT500, and P3. I have the
stock SSB filter and a 500 Hz CW filter. I do not have a SubRx. There
may be some confusion lurking on the list. I have no
On Mon,3/9/2015 9:24 AM, Don Putnick via Elecraft wrote:
Should my next purchase be a subreceiver or a panadapter, and why?
Buy the P3 first. Both are useful. My primary use for the 2nd RX is
diversity reception, which requires two antennas. It's most useful on
the lowest bands, especially
I am in full agreement. I feel blind without my P3. At a glance I can
tell if the band is active or not. For example, last weekend with the
DX contest and the wide open 20m, the scope was almost solid in certain
spectrums.
I find that I use the subRX if I am getting bored on the 75m net and
I like the Traheel for portable with any length wire you can add. At home QTH,
I need to ask if you have access to the eves of the roof? Any amount of #18
tin plated copper wire added up and around the eves will do amazingly well on
LP. I had access to a 24 foot ladder and screwed in the old
I have a K3, KX3 and flex 6500. They are all great radio's in their own right
and have their own distinct advantages and disadvantages. Anyone who would
like to see all 3 in the shack are welcome to drop me a line (in bay area of
course).
So far I wouldn't be caught dead without my K3 in a
Mark,
I have both the KX3 and K3. My current software configuration is to use
Win4K3 ( http://va2fsq.com/ ) as the main software. It provides a
panadapter scope (interfacing a Steinberg UR22 USB Soundcard to get a full
192khz spectrum) to the KX3/K3 I/Q. I then use Ham Radio Deluxe HRDLogger
Ummm ... just program VFO B commands into the knob and switches? If
you're looking for something switchable [e.g. PK button toggles knob
between A and B], I don't think Nick's firmware allows a PK function to
change the PK programming. However, you could program one knob position
[the switch
Don ‹
I agree with Dave. I have both - the SubRX from the beginning and the P3
a year or so later. I have become addicted to the P3; but can¹t remember
using the SubRX for anything other than chasing DX in pileups. Even in
contests, where operating a significant split is usually a no-no, the
On Mon,3/9/2015 11:09 AM, Joe Harris wrote:
This is a thread from June 2013 that was closed by Eric -- in 2013.
What gives?
Sorry -- after posting, I realized that Thunderbird had somehow kicked
me back a couple of years. I must have fat-fingered something. :)
That said, I think my post
For home use, http://www.n6bt.com/ has a 7 foot tall lawn
sculpture which operates on 20, 17 and 15. It doesn't look like
an antenna. It is new, and I don't have any experience with it.
I have a Little Tarheel II antenna on my 4Runner. It works well
on the higher frequencies. I used it with a
Mark,
Another vote for DXLabs.
I keep a Windows laptop in my Mac centric ham shack for the sole purpose of
running it.
If you knew how much I dislike all versions of Windows you would really
know what a recommendation that is!
Rick
K6LE
On Mon, Mar 9, 2015 at 9:56 AM, Mark Tellez
On Mon,3/9/2015 11:56 AM, Chris Tate - N6WM wrote:
I Just raised the N6RO station record bar for 40 meters in ARRL DX this
weekend with a K3/P3 combo... Believe me when I say this would not have been
possible without this level of rig. I needed just about every receiver
advantage I could
Anyone come up with a way to control the VFO B knob (the small one) with
a Pig Knob on the K3? Thanks in advance. 73 bob de w9ge ee
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The answer is: Yes.
Why?
The answer is: Well, of course.
73,
Gary
KA1J
Okay, folks. Please advise me on a worthy cause - my K3. I'm a
casual DXer and I don't contest. My main modes are SSB and soundcard
digital. I'm fully stocked with roofing filters, and I have the
KPA500 and
Hi Wayne:
Actually, no. I always thought that was to be used for a weak signal. The
E3 was loud enough that I didn't think to engage it. I'll remember that in
the future, though. The more I think about it, APF would be a useful tool
for something like this. I'll have to create a Macro so I
Mark,
You can use the last free version of HRD. It does work with the
KX3. Just set it up for K3 operation. However, If you want to do it to
the max, download a copy of Win4K3, $50, and buy a USB sound card that
runs 24 bit sampling at 96KHz or better sample rate. They run anywhere
from
I have several radios with dual receive, and I have several radios with a
spectrum scope, and several radios that have both.
My vote is the spectrum scope. When you are saving your pennies for a second
radio, save some more and buy a second radio. There is nothing like SO2R
George, W6GF
That is actually one of the best analogy's I have heard for a
Panadaptor, and it is dead on correct.
--
Thanks and 73's,
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In the logging software on which I'm currently working, I have been trying
to write from my software to the K3's general memory using commands
from the K3 programming guide. I've had only partial success thus far.
Here's what I've found:
If general memory nnn is empty, one is able to write the
I had a friend in a similar situation. We managed to catch a
building maintenance person who was happy to put our G5RV on the roof and
run the coax down a nearby drain pipe and under my friend's door.
Completely invisible! If you're anywhere near a down-spout, keep an eye
out for
This can still happen, and it is still on the list for reevaluation.
Wayne
N6KR
On Mar 8, 2015, at 12:46 PM, Ian ik7...@verizon.net wrote:
In the K3 firmware release notes for MCU 4.73 (11/11/2013) there's a note
that if RIT is turned on or off during tx that a code element may be
effected
Mel,
If you're writing software to accomplish this, presumably you could save the
current contents of the VFOs (etc.) and restore them after the memory-clear
operation overwrites the VFOs (etc.).
Wayne
N6KR
On Mar 9, 2015, at 3:23 PM, Mel Seyle melvin.se...@comcast.net wrote:
In the
I would say Get Both but the P3 really should be 1st
On Mon, 2015-03-09 at 16:24 +, Don Putnick via Elecraft wrote:
Okay, folks. Please advise me on a worthy cause - my K3. I'm a casual DXer
and I don't contest. My main modes are SSB and soundcard digital. I'm fully
stocked with
Hi Mel,
The Elecraft Frequency Memory Editor reads/writes directly from/to the EEPROM
locations where the memories are stored. The MC; command is used only to QSY to
a memory. Programming the memories using MC; and emulating button taps will be
tricky. Especially if you want to deal with things
I have a Transworld antenna. www.twantennas.com http://www.twantennas.com/
They are expensive. They work GREAT. It takes about 2 minutes to put one up
and 2 minutes to take it down. If you want a well built product that works
look no further. Again they ARE expensive. But so was your
I have to scratch my head every time the issue of what antenna should I use
for bla bla situation comes up on any reflector. It's similar to the
question of what radio should I use for X situation. When asked, the
responses are mostly personal (as is evident by all the comments from using
I had the same problem trying to work K1N. I don't have the
subreceiver, and trying to identify the station being worked
gets really hard as you switch between frequencies with the
REVerse button. It doesn't help that the tuning knob for the
pileup changes when you hold REV. Jack, W6FB
Maybe it's just me, but the KX3 has a nice automatic tuner, and wire is
comparatively cheap and one can do an infinite number of different antennas.
I bought 250' of #26 stranded copper-over-steel antenna wire, and the
biggest problem I'm having is choosing among the possibilities.
Gotta agree with Frank on the AlexLoop... When it is adjusted and you stay put
on a frequency for a while. I disable the internal tuner when I use the loop.
I find that the tuner is useful with my other portable field antennas, the
SuperAntennas MP-1 and a random hank of wire. I find the MP-1
I would agree that the P3 should probably take priority over the
Subreceiver for a new buy, mostly due to the many different things it
can do for you. But... my experience this weekend trying to work E30FB
on 20 CW sure made me glad I had the Sub. I would never have worked them
using just the
Another vote for Win4K3suite plus DXlabs. Asus Xonar U7 for the sound
system. See the sound card comparison on Telepost Inc.
http://www.telepostinc.com/soundcards.html
With the above combo, you get point and click tuning and the integration of
third party apps and other hardware/software is
Randy, I can do the same thing by holding REV and dialing around with VFO A.
Certainly not as convenient as having a subRX but it works. To make sure I
don’t accidentally lose the DX's frequency, I lock VFO A first.
Yes, I am amazed and shocked at the horrible operating practices I now see. I
My personal preference is the Alex Loop.
I have tried wires, etc and from my deck on a lawn chair or on the 7th floor of
a condo in Indian Shores, Florida...… 59 on most contacts.
Best on 10 meters but works ok as well on 40.
Frank KG9H
On Mar 9, 2015, at 8:22 PM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT
You're preachin to da choir son. Fine job though.
K1N was awful for DQRM, lids and untrained idiots. 3G0ZC the next week
wasn't quite as bad, nor as rare. E30FB is rough here on the West Coast
due to lack of signal strength, conditions and the same crowds. You
can't hear, what isn't
Didn't realise it existed!
Will certainly be sorting the software today for my K2/100.
Regards
Ken.. G0ORH
Sent from my iPad
On 9 Mar 2015, at 02:00, Brian Denley b.den...@comcast.net wrote:
Nice programs for the K2! I hope he finishes the filter settings program.
That looks very
While I don't use it often, I note that in MCU 5.13/FP 1.19, the CW Reader
Speed is no longer there (telling you the CW speed you're hearing). It's
sometimes useful to help match QRQ inclined DX ops (I can only read MY call up
to about 40 WPM, *IF* its a very good signal). Other times it's
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