Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Rich, You WANT to change what Windows does because a generation ago, to allow their server software to function, they increased the error gap in the NTP system.  It allows WAY too much drift and they've never cleaned that up (because most users don't care). I use and suggest Meinberg; which

Re: [Elecraft] K2 KPA100 overheating/erratic fan problem

Hi Don, Yes, it does have a good pad and is properly attached to the heatsink. I was upgrading the KPA and re-soldered both Q3 and U1 temperature sensing contacts as well as verified that Q3 installed properly. But that did not change anything. 73, Arkady On Dec 1, 2020, 11:18 AM -0800, Don

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

On 2020-12-01 12:13:-0800, Jim Brown wrote: >On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote: >>What is the sync time tolerance? > >1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for ten >years. Painless to install, runs in the background. > http://www.timesynctool.com/ > >73, Jim

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Elecraft Support?

I had the exact same problem with my K3s.It was a problem with the 100 watt power amp.It took a little bit before they got to me but it has been repaired and is scheduled to be back today.All told it took about a month.Be patient they get back to you and they will repair it.73Mike KC8WHSent

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Elecraft Support?

John, We're supporting the K3 100%, as always. Apologies for the delay, which appears to have been caused by Thanksgiving. I'm sure someone will be getting back to you soon. 73, Wayne N6KR > On Dec 1, 2020, at 10:53 AM, John Reilly wrote: > > I have a problem with my K3s 100w PA: No power

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Elecraft Support?

Give them a bit more time. Last week was a major holiday, and they are already overloaded as is. I am sure they will get back to you in the near future. And yes, the K3 is very much still supported. Jack, W6FB > On Dec 1, 2020, at 10:53 AM, John Reilly wrote: > > I have a problem with my

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote: What is the sync time tolerance? 1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for ten years. Painless to install, runs in the background. http://www.timesynctool.com/ 73, Jim K9YC

Re: [Elecraft] K2 KPA100 overheating/erratic fan problem

Arkady, Is Q3 properly seated on the heatsink with its thermal pad and mounting screw? That is the device which senses the temperature. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/30/2020 5:00 PM, Arkady via Elecraft wrote: Hello, I wonder if anybody had similar problem. When I “run” I get fan starting running

[Elecraft] [K3] Elecraft Support?

I have a problem with my K3s 100w PA: No power above 12w, and receive signals are down 20 dB. I sent an email to "K3support" a week ago and haven't received a reply. Is that email address still valid? So, I resent the email to "support" yesterday -- no response. Has Elecraft stopped supporting

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

The one question I didn't see asked was you have the rig in DATA-A mode, right? Neil, KN3ILZ On 12/1/2020 7:04 AM, Mark Moeller wrote: I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help. My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB Sound Card, Mic &

[Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

I recall reading from previous postings that the KX's have protection from too big an audio input. Perhaps best to start at zero level from the PC and work up. Regards, Mike VP8NO On 01/12/2020 12:18, Andy Durbin wrote: > You said you receive FT8 signals fine. If that means you are

[Elecraft] What temp. to turn off KPA1500

I wonder if it is advisable to allow the amplifier to cool before turning it off. Normally I wait until the fan stops, at 39 degrees C. Am I being too cautious? I leave the power supply turned on most of the time, since I use the amplifier nearly every day. Thanks N1VE

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Mike, Thanks for the kind words. It is much appreciated. 73, Joe, KO8V > On Dec 1, 2020, at 10:08, Mike Morrow wrote: > > The guidance Joe gives is coherent and complete and a great contribution for > interested parties. . > > It takes a lot of work to get a ham radio and a jumble of

[Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

You said you receive FT8 signals fine. If that means you are decoding then time sync is not likely to be the cause of you problem. If decoding ok your time error can be easily assessed by looking at the average time error of the signals you decode. Almost any computer is capable of

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

The guidance Joe gives is coherent and complete and a great contribution for interested parties. . It takes a lot of work to get a ham radio and a jumble of external gimmicks to do all the work of making ham QSOs...if one very generously credits FT8 as a QSO! :-) Mike / KK5F -Original

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

These are the steps I usually go through: 1. Ensure PC has an accurate time source. Verify against something like https://time.gov . If the website updates its seconds at the same time as your system from a visual perspective, then you're close enough. 2. If you are using

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

On 2020-12-01 08:12:-0500, Hank via Elecraft wrote: >Do you have a time correction program running on your PC like Dimension 4? If >not you will make very few if any contacts. The transmissions between stations >have to be synced. > >Hank >K4HYJ What is the sync time tolerance? For example,

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Do you have a time correction program running on your PC like Dimension 4? If not you will make very few if any contacts. The transmissions between stations have to be synced. Hank K4HYJ > On Dec 1, 2020, at 8:05 AM, Mark Moeller wrote: > > I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and

[Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help. My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB Sound Card, Mic & Phone cables. I am receiving FT8 signals fine, but cannot make contact with anyone else. Note that I make CW contacts with no issue, so