[Elecraft] K3 orders now being built immediately to order

2009-02-04 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We have just updated our shipping status page: We have now caught up with our K3 backlog. (whew!) New K3s are custom built or kitted for each new order. :-) * New K3 kit orders are shipped 2-5 days after the order is received. * New K3-F (factory assembled) orders are are custom built to

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Changing hands for CW [End of Thread]

2009-02-05 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Lets rest this topic for now. I think we've squeezed all the pertinent info out of it ;-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator --- AD6XY wrote: I use a straight key. The hand I use for keying depends on which is most convenient at the time. Sometimes I will swap over in between words, if

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Key out

2009-02-09 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Phil, If the 30L-1 keying input, with its very high negative voltage, was ever hooked directly to the K3's keying output, there is a very good chance you may have destroyed the K3s output keying device. Eric WA6HHQ Phil LaMarche wrote: I've had many wonderful emails with suggestions

Re: [Elecraft] K3 crystal filter offsets and diversity receive

2009-02-10 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Either -.72 or -.73 is OK. Use the same value for each filter. 73, Eric WA6HHQ KC2UEE wrote: Dear all, Have a question regarding this item on page 38 of the manual: When setting up FLx FRQ, use the average of the filters' marked offsets as the value entered for both filters (main and

[Elecraft] All new K3s include Neg. ALC and Band Data pull-ups

2009-02-11 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
ALL new K3s shipping now include the negative ALC mod and the pull-up resistors on the band data outputs. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Jim Spears wrote: I researched the 5 pin DIN connector that is on the back of the THP 1.5KFx amp's Yaesu interface jack and have a part number. This will enable any

Re: [Elecraft] Calibration of KXV3 module

2009-02-11 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
This will not work. The HT antenna is almost guaranteed -not- to be 50 ohms, especially at the nominal 28 MHz output of the xv port. The only place this antenna will be even close to resonance is at its operating fequency (I'm assumung 144 or 432 MHz). And HT antennas are notoiously variable

Re: [Elecraft] Thank you Elecraft reflector group!!!

2009-02-11 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Thanks Jim! We really appreciate your support and vote of confidence. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft _..._ -Original Message- From: James Sarte kc2...@gmail.com Date: Wednesday, Feb 11, 2009 3:28 pm Subject: [Elecraft] Thank you Elecraft reflector group!!! To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3/100 Assembly - KSYN3 Installation

2009-02-11 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Walter, I believe we key the ksyn3 connector for proper insertion by removing one unused pin and placing a plug in the mating hole on the RF board. You can take a look at the mating conector to confirm. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ -Original Message- From: Walter V. Gilles

Re: [Elecraft] K3/100 KSYN3 Installation

2009-02-12 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Yes, the resistor is valid. Have fun building! 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ -Original Message- From: Walter V. Gilles wvgil...@yahoo.com Date: Thursday, Feb 12, 2009 12:12 am Subject: K3/100 KSYN3 Installation To: Reply-wvgil...@yahoo.comto: e...@elecraft.com Eric, You ever sleep?

[Elecraft] Visit Elecraft at Orlando this weekend

2009-02-12 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Dateline: DFW Airport (Dallas) Between flights wolfing down a quick meal.. If you were wondering why I was up so early this morning ppsting to the list, you now know why. Traveling across the US means getting up early in Aptos to get to the airport. ;-) We're on our way to the Orlando

Re: [Elecraft] How long until K3 is declared the greatest rig...?

2009-02-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Tom is using the K3 now.. :-) See: http://www.eham.net/reviews/review/73081 73, Eric WA6HHQ === Grant Youngman wrote: On Feb 17, 2009, at 1:00 PM, Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy wrote: Not to forget what has becoime known as the Holy Grail of receivers, a superhet using a good H-Mode

Re: [Elecraft] How long until K3 is declared the greatest rig of all time? [END of Thread]

2009-02-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Time to end this thread before it gets flogged to death. ;-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] K3 Jan QST review now available unprotected

2009-02-25 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We have now received permission to post the unprotected (non-ARRL member) version of the January K3 QST review on our web site. We have updated the links on the Elecraft web page. The direct link for the review is: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_arrl_review_jan09.pdf 73, Eric WA6HHQ

Re: [Elecraft] PAR endz-fed [Thread ends by 2130 UTC.]

2009-03-03 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's wrap up this discussion in the next 2 of hours. (2130 UTC) There have been 26 posts in the last 24 hrs on this, which is hitting the overload threshold ;-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator --- __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] Advice

2009-03-05 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
BigIR from SteppIR. http://www.steppir.com and http://www.steppir.com/files/vertical%20brochure.pdf I have both the BigIR Vertical and the STeppIR 4 EL 20-6M yagi. They are excellent, well engineered products. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Phil LaMarche wrote: I have a Mosley Pro 67B-3 at 73 ft but

Re: [Elecraft] Advice

2009-03-05 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Mike, As per our list guidelines, Phil's posting was perfectly acceptable. We encourage non-elecraft related ham radio postings, as long as they are reasonable and do not morph into huge threads. We want to provide a resource for ham radio topics the Elecraft community is interested in.

[Elecraft] QRP/QRP, Apologies etc. [From the Moderator]

2009-03-05 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
The QRP/QRO thread (like the CW vs No-Code thread, contesting vs non-contesting etc.) appears here and on other lists periodically and certainly generates a lot of enthusiastic (and sometimes over enthusiastic) opinions and replies ;-) I'm OK with the thread continuing a little longer with

[Elecraft] QRP vs. QRO [END of related threads]

2009-03-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
OK, we've passed the overload threshold ;-) The QRP/QRO thread is officially closed (until it pops up next year..) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Upgrade Kit Question

2009-03-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
The REMIOUPGD board only deals with the -AGC and Band Data pull-up changes. We're basically offering it at or below cost for older K3s. (All newer ones have this.) For those interested in ordering this board, which replaces the digital I/O remote board on the KIO3, its available for $20 on our

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Upgrade Kit Question

2009-03-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Roy, You are OK. Rev B -IS- the new KIO3 Digital Remote I/O board. (Same as supplied with the REMIOUPGD kit.) L1 is not jumpered. It is replaced with a zero ohm resistor on this board. 73, Eric WA6HHQ - Roy Morris wrote: I have the Rev B E850235 K3 KIO3 Digital I/O PCB installed in

[Elecraft] Elecraft at Radiofest Monterey, CA Tomorrow (Sat.)

2009-03-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ Elecraft
We're just finishing packing up for Radiofest in Monterey tomorrow. (Yup, still here tonight at Elecraft HQ.. ;-) Elecraft will have a booth at the hamfest and Wayne and I will both be there, along with Lisa and many from our Elecraft Aptos crew. The show starts 9 AM and is just before you

Re: [Elecraft] Whaddayaknow... passed the Extra [END of Thread]

2009-03-11 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Its time to end the threads on Extra Class etc. We are exceeding the list threshold for OT posts. Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator _..._ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 59, Issue 22

2009-03-12 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
I just got home from dinner. I've put this email address on moderate until we can figure out what is wrong on their end. Looks like their email program is stuck in a send loop. Eric WA6HHQ _..._ -Original Message- From: Sarath - Vu3rsb vu3...@gmail.com Date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2009

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 59, Issue 22

2009-03-13 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ Elecraft
Hi Sara, I am glad you found it! Welcome back. 73, Eric _..._ Sara - VU3RSB wrote: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: I just got home from dinner. I've put this email address on moderate until we can figure out what is wrong on their end. Looks like their email program is stuck

Re: [Elecraft] Your thoughts on EMP and protecting K3/K2 [END of Thread]

2009-03-14 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Its always interesting to see what pops up when I take a day off ;-) Guys - Time to end this thread. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator _..._ -Original Message- From: Ron D'Eau Claire r...@cobi.biz Date: Saturday, Mar 14, 2009 2:07 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Your thoughts on EMP

Re: [Elecraft] Topband Dinner at Visalia

2009-03-14 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - Please take any further disscussion of this topic off-list. Eric WA6HHQ _..._ -Original Message- From: Bill W4ZV btipp...@alum.mit.edu Date: Saturday, Mar 14, 2009 2:14 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Topband Dinner at Visalia To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Fast shipping again!!! [END of thread]

2009-03-14 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's end this thread too. We're overloading readers with a huge number of misc postings this weekend. I'm on a moderation roll tonight ;-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator _..._ -Original Message- From: Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com Date: Saturday, Mar 14, 2009 5:20 pm

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Sales service

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Until recently we were unable to ship more expensive items like K3s via U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to many countries because the USPS (or the local postal service in the destination country) would NOT insure above $500. This is still the case in Germany and a few other countries due to

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Sales service goes from bad to worse [END of Thread]

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - Time to END this thread. There was a minor email mis-communication between Julian and Katie and the package was actually addressed and shipped properly. I believe he has now received it. 73, Eric WA6HHQ __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Sales service [END of Thread]

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
This related thread has ended too :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] 43' Vertical and the K2 tuner [END of Thread]

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's let this thread rest for now. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] OT Wet 450 ohm ladder line [END of Thread]

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's let this thread rest for now. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] Please limit replies to OT postings

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We're seeing a flood of OT postings and responses lately. While we welcome general discussion of non Elecraft Ham Radio related topics, we do ask that replies to OT topics be limited to a reasonable number. If you see over 5-10 replies to a post, please resist the urge to reply unless there is

Re: [Elecraft] A software lock preventing reverse mode?

2009-03-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - The Logic 8 thread is OK. Please no more posts voting pro/con. In general, if you have an issue with postings, email the moderator (me). Do not clog the list by posting them there. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator.

Re: [Elecraft] Bose noise canceling headphones [END of thread]

2009-03-20 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ Elecraft
Yup. :-) Time to end this thread. In general, once an OT thread has generated over 10-15 messages, I'd like to ask that people self moderate. We really need to limit volume to avoid email list overload. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator _..._ Phil and Christina wrote: It may be

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Squelch

2009-03-23 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Top posting is the requested method on the Elecraft list for exactly the reasons Don gives below. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator _..._ -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com Date: Monday, Mar 23, 2009 7:58 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Squelch To:

Re: [Elecraft] Nabble [end of thread]

2009-03-24 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ Elecraft
Guys - Let's drop this thread for now. I'm in contact with the person who set up the Nabble link. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator _..._ Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: It's because Nabble is broken. It should never have been allowed to be connected to this list in the first place.

Re: [Elecraft] What is the status of Elecraft's power amps

2009-04-02 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We will not be releasing amps at Dayton this year. In addition to our ongoing K3 work, have other fish to fry. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and PR6 question

2009-04-02 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
I do not find the need to use the PR6 on the sub when using the AUX ANT jack. MDS is typically in the -139 to -140 range via that path. In general, when running the sub RX via its dedicated AUX ANT connector, it has better 6M sensitivity than the main RX antenna path. The AUX ANT path does not

Re: [Elecraft] OT: MFJ Quality Issues [END of Thread]

2009-04-03 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's end this thread. In general, we prefer not to have long threads on the reliability of other manufacturer's products on the Elecraft list. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator Erik N Basilier wrote: Here is my MFJ score: __

Re: [Elecraft] K3

2009-04-05 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Try the latest beta release on the web site. Its now enabled. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ === Phil LaMarche wrote: I have the Sub installed but when I try to change No to Yes in the VFO IND it says unavailable? I want to monitor 6 meters with the Sub. ?? Phil _..._

Re: [Elecraft] Secure shopping !v [REMOVED]

2009-04-05 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Looks like someone's pc got infected and the virus sent spam to everyone in their address book. First time that has happened here in a long time! I've removed and blocked the offending email address from the list. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator Robert Sands wrote: Hello!How are you

Re: [Elecraft] OT: MFJ Quality Issues

2009-04-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Folks - This thread was ended last week. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator Gary D Krause wrote: I've had issues lately with MFJ as well. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] I need your help [END of Thread]

2009-04-08 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's end this thread. If I see subsequent SPAM posts from this address I'll unsub it. Please - When spam like this hits the list, please do -not- post to the list to discuss it. That only multiplies the SPAM impact an order of magnitude, raising the list noise level. Especially when you copy

[Elecraft] Elecraft email List Official Guidelines - Updated 4/8/2009 - Please read

2009-04-08 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Elecraft Mail LIST GUIDELINES For those of you who are new to the list, (and for those of us who have rapidly failing memories..), here is a quick list of things to remember when posting to this list. Please save this for future reference. The most important thing to remember is that this is

[Elecraft] Crikey! Please edit replies down to a minimum size and delete extra footers

2009-04-08 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
When replying to emails on the list, please remember to edit down the copied text to the minimum needed to retain context. One or two sentences from the original post are usually sufficient. This keeps the list and archive volume down and makes everything much more readable. *** Don't forget to

[Elecraft] Lost your list Password? - Here's how to get it.

2009-04-08 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
If you have misplaced your elecraft list password, or if you never received it, here is how to get it sent to you again. Go to: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft and scroll to the bottom of the page. Enter your email address (the one you used for the list) and click on 'Edit

Re: [Elecraft] Can a 1N4007 Be an Effective Relay Snubber? [END of Thread]

2009-04-08 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's end this thread for now. I think we've pretty much beaten it to death. ;-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] New SSB Squelch function

2009-04-08 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Don - A couple of minor clarifications: 1. If you dedicate the Sub RF gain knob to adjust Squelch, you get a combined RF gain for both RXs on the main RF gain knob. 2. If squelch is fully counter clockwise, it is always open with no threshold. This is all covered in the latest f/w release

[Elecraft] Elecraft back on-line

2009-04-10 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Following the ATT Fiber sabotage outage in San Jose yesterday, it looks like we are fully back on-line here in Aptos. We lost internet, credit card processing, phone etc. Looks like the outage impacted Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito and parts of Santa Clara county. No fun. If you tried to

Re: [Elecraft] Filter Selection Approach

2009-04-14 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Bill, to my knowledge INRAD is not shipping quantities of our filters at this time. They have had enough trouble meeting our demand on time. Eric Bill W4ZV wrote: Since I work mostly CW, and am not too interested in diversity reception (don't have the antennas either), I was thinking of

Re: [Elecraft] Now Would Be A Really Good Time for You to Review the K3 [END of Thread]

2009-04-15 Thread Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft
Let's end this thread. We appreciate the support, but we do not want people to overreact by flooding eHam, attacking the reviewer etc. He has a legitimate problem and we are working with him to determine if its the K3 or his external set up. (The K3 had been working perfectly for him for

Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta firmware revision 3.11 now available

2009-04-21 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Oops! I mistakenly deleted the link for beta download instructions when I edited the K3 software page. It is now there. See http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm There is a link for beta download instructions in red right under the beta release version number and title. The beta

[Elecraft] EQP 2009 results posted to elecraft page

2009-04-24 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
The 2009 EQP results are now on the web at: http://www.elecraft.com/Awards/eqp_2009_results.htm Many thanks to Roger, K7SJ, for compiling these results! See you all next year! 73, Eric WA6HHQ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Kit Building

2009-04-30 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
That's the idea! :-) 73 and have fun! Eric WA6HHQ --- Terry wrote: I just started building my K3/100 kit and I have to say.I've been ambushed. I bought the kit mainly to save some money and I wasn't really looking for any enjoyment during the building process. I was wrong - it's

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction..revisited

2009-05-01 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Lyle is looking at the NR code. Let's rest this thread for now. We'll pop up here when we have something new to try. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 emulating Tentec OMNI VI+ [END of thread]

2009-05-05 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Time to end this thread. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator Steve Ellington wrote: Hmmm. I wonder if reducing the power supply voltage to 10 volts and using 18ga power cable would make the K3's keying sound like the Omni VI+++? Steve Ellington n...@carolina.rr.com

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] K3 Strong signals [end of thread]

2009-05-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Time to tone this thread down and let it rest. :-) As a general statement, at Elecraft we are continually looking for ways to improve the K3. Whenever we do make a change or addition, we take the position of 'do no harm' to existing uses for the rig. 73, Eric Wes Stewart wrote: Bob writes:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Strong signals

2009-05-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - As -strongly- stated in the list guidelines, please don't take direct aim and personally criticize others. 73,eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator rfenab...@gmail.com wrote: Wes Stewart wrote Snip (I am not having a dig at anyone here Of course you are.) Really?..I thought I

Re: [Elecraft] Driveway Distortion Demolition Derby [END of thread]

2009-05-06 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's let this thread rest too. Eric ntenna. A mobile whip has a lot lower gain than 0 dBd, in case that's where you were headed. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] My Attitude [END of thread]

2009-05-09 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - We're drifting a little far afield. (Sort of like the recurring no-code etc. threads.. ;-) Lets end this thread for now. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator Don Wilhelm wrote: Brendan, You are perfectly correct we need to freely share the information we have with newcomers

Re: [Elecraft] Maybe not tonight! [END of thread]

2009-05-09 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - must be a slow sunspot day... :-) This thread is ended too. In general, please do not complain to the list. Send it to me instead. Adding complaints on-list only stirs the pot and adds to the general noise level. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator (who actually took a day off

Re: [Elecraft] Maybe not tonight! (Ken Alexander) [END OF THREAD]

2009-05-10 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - This thread and its related ones were ended last night. Please respect that. Mud slinging and chastising someone for asking a question are in direct conflict with the list guidelines. Lastly, questions of all technical levels and expertise are warmly welcomed here. As my father always

[Elecraft] (no subject)

2009-05-13 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Eric _..._ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this

[Elecraft] On the way to Dayton; Booth Help

2009-05-13 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi! We'e on our way to Dayton. (I'm currently stuck in the Twin Cities waiting to take off after my first flight returned here for mechanical reasons.. Fun!) We're looking forward to seeing everone at the Show. Please stop by and say hello. And if you are interested in helping out, we're always

Re: [Elecraft] Sneak Preview: New Elecraft products - What?

2009-05-13 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - please, no more criticisms of other's postings. We appreciate the enthusiasm and support, but its not necessary or proper to jump on someone for criticizing something. Its OK to disagree, but keep it civil. Regarding what comes out when - we're running as fast as we can and do not have

Re: [Elecraft] Dayton - Initial Reconnaissance

2009-05-15 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
By Tuesday afternoon (or possibly earlier), after we recover from our Dayton marathon. :-) 73, Eric _..._ -Original Message- From: Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 fa...@panix.com Date: Friday, May 15, 2009 7:51 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Dayton - Initial Reconnaissance To:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 COOLING VENTS

2009-05-15 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Tony, We've looked at the fp temp range during the design, testing and now during our ongoing relaibility testing of the K3. There is nothing out of range here and we are very comfortable with it. It is not a reliability issue at these temps, and it certainly not causing any operational

Re: [Elecraft] K3 COOLING VENTS

2009-05-15 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Tony, We've looked at the fp temp range during the design, testing and now during our ongoing relaibility testing of the K3. There is nothing out of range here and we are very comfortable with it. It is not a reliability issue at these temps, and it certainly not causing any operational

Re: [Elecraft] KXV3 versus KXV3a

2009-05-18 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Wayne is incorrect here - we will be requiring the return of the old KXV3 PC boards with the upgrade. 73, Eric WA6HHQ wayne burdick wrote: Your choice. 73, Wayne N6KR On May 18, 2009, at 1:14 PM, Joe Planisky wrote: Does the $40 upgrade for people who already have the old KXV3

Re: [Elecraft] Sneak Preview: New Elecraft products

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft
We're putting together the web page info and order form today, and will also post here. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ SM6TUW wrote: Wayne! Please provide more detailed info regarding pricing and time of delivery for the K144XV option. (for us not making it to your boot in Dayton) I

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-200

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft
We do not see 200W inside the K3 any time soon. The heat, current and other issues make this difficult. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator, among other things :-) _..._ Darwin, Keith wrote: I agree that 200 watts inside the K3 isn't a good idea (heat) but having an external

Re: [Elecraft] KXV3 versus KXV3a

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft
Slowest and cheapest method possible. We'll probably supply a pre-addressed padded envelope for return. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: How will that be achieved for those of us outside the US - what kind of shipment?

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-200

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Absolutely! :-) We always appreciate constructive feedback and suggestions. All that we ask is that people avoid posting on a high # of postings topic unless they have substantive info to add. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Fred Atchley wrote: Eric, the posts on this thread by Gary, Keith and me are

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-200

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - Personal criticisms are outside of the list guidelines. Please do NOT post emails saying a posting is inappropriate. Sent them to me instead. Please also do not post what a 'real ham' should, or should not be doing. It s a hobby, and all are welcome at all levels of expertise and

Re: [Elecraft] Sneak Preview: New Elecraft products

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
. I'll post the info we had up on these from Dayton in my next email. 73, Eric Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft wrote: We're putting together the web page info and order form today, and will also post here. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ SM6TUW wrote: Wayne! Please provide more detailed

[Elecraft] K144XV 10W 2M module and W2 pricing info from Dayton

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Here is the preliminary W2 and K144XV pricing information from Dayton. Prices may change slightly from the Dayton intro when we get them up on the web Thursday. We should have the 2nd coupler pricing by Thursday too. All of these items are scheduled for shipping some time in August. Info

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV 10W 2M module and W2 pricing info from Dayton

2009-05-19 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Your choice of coupler with the base unit. Its possible the 2000w may cost a little more. 73, Eric WA6HHQ James Sarte wrote: Hello Eric, Just so I understand, the W2 as priced will only come with a 200w coupler??? If I wanted a 2000w coupler, I would need to pay $229 (kit price) + whatever

Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscopes [END of Thread]

2009-05-21 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Looks like Jim got the info he needed. Lets end this thread for now. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft Moderator, and Dayton surviver. Jim Miller KG0KP wrote: Thanks everybody on the Tek 475 info. I use Google for a lot of things - why don't I think of it in a case such as this ??? Old age gets

Re: [Elecraft] K3...Getting the AM filter to work

2009-05-22 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Antnee - The filter has to be enabled in K3 Utility for each mode. Make sure the AM boxes are checked. The offset should be 0 for the 6.0 kHz filter. If you are still unable to get it working over the weekend, try emailing k3supp...@elecraft.com and they should be able to help you. If you

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - when?

2009-05-25 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ Elecraft
My fault - Our post Dayton hangover and work load kept this from getting completed last week. :-) I'm off today with family for the holiday. We'll get it up and rolling on the web tomorrow. 73, Eric WA6HHQ (sneaking some work email before my wife catches me.. ;-) _..._ K3JPS wrote: I too

[Elecraft] K144XV 2M Module and W2 Wattmeter on Web Order Form

2009-05-26 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
The K144XV 2M Module for the K3 and the W2 HF and VHF/UHF Wattmeter are now on the Elecraft Web order form. (The first order came in less than 5 minutes after we uploaded it. Guess they were watching!) One note: For the K144XV, please be sure to check the box that tells us if you have a K3/10

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV 2M Module and W2 Wattmeter on Web Order Form

2009-05-26 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Also, please do not forget to select at least one directional coupler for the W2, which is part of the base W2 price. The W2 supports up to two directional couplers. 73, Eric Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: The K144XV 2M Module for the K3 and the W2 HF and VHF/UHF Wattmeter are now

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - 2 meters and MARS/CAP

2009-05-26 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Not currently. It covers 144-148 MHz, all modes. What frequencies ranges are needed for 2M MARS/CAP? 73, Eric WA6HHQ J. Heide wrote: I just ordered the 2 meter option and the new wattmeter. On the VHF module, will it be able to work on MARS/CAP frequencies and/or RX outside the ham

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV 2M Module and W2 Wattmeter on Web Order Form

2009-05-26 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Yes - It has its own mounting bracket to the side of the K3 and can be installed without or with the KRX3 sub rx. (You get a new K3 left side panel with the new mounting holes.) It actually sits a little above the sub RX and does not contact it. The K144XV and KRX3 are totally independent

Re: [Elecraft] KXV3A upgrade - shipping weight

2009-05-27 Thread Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft
Hi Johnny, Actually, that's the same weight as the regular KXV3 has been listed at on the web form for a couple of years. I've reduced both to 1 lb, which covers the 2 board set and the packaging. We can't ship any PC boards, and especially the L shaped 2 board set of the KXV3a, in a padded

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Sending sequential serial numbers with the K3 [END of thread]

2009-06-01 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - Let's end this thread. We all enjoy this hobby for widely different reasons. Criticizing someone (or a group in general) for how they chose to enjoy ham radio is inappropriate on this list. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Modular Jack?

2009-06-01 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi John, This is a programming jack used only in our K3 production and test. It currently does not have another use. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft John Frerichs wrote: I've just finished assembling my K3 and cannot find any reference as to the purpose for the modular jack at the bottom, front,

Re: [Elecraft] TX blocked

2009-06-14 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Email k3supp...@elecraft.com requesting the TX limit removal program. (Its a 'one-time' run program. Please include your callsign and K3 s/n. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ -Original Message- From: OK1DF ok...@seznam.cz Date: Sunday, Jun 14, 2009 7:17 am Subject: [Elecraft] TX blocked To:

Re: [Elecraft] CW audio

2009-06-14 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Make sure you have the wider xtal filters ebabled for CW mode too. Otherwise you will be limited to the narrower ce filters regardless of where you turn the width control. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ -Original Message- From: Dennis Watkins androm...@wildblue.net Date: Sunday, Jun 14, 2009

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] TX blocked

2009-06-15 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We do fully support this through software. Email k3supp...@elecraft.com requesting the TX limit removal program. (Its a 'one-time' run program.) Please include your callsign and K3 s/n. It is the individual ham's responsibility for all rig modifications they make and to insure that they

Re: [Elecraft] K3 vs. Icom IC-7600

2009-06-16 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Unlikely since thy use a high first IF with their narrowest roofing filter at 3 kHz. signals inside that filter will overload the first mixer and subsequent stages, well before any later crystal or DSP filtering can do any good. 73, Eric WA6HHQ HowardZ wrote: Universal radio lists the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 vs. Icom IC-7600

2009-06-16 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
the second mixer in the Icom be any more susceptible to overload than the second mixer in the K3? (Disregard the other evidence that the Icom 3 KHz filter isn't really 3 KHz.) Wes N7WS --- On Tue, 6/16/09, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft e...@elecraft.com wrote: From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ

Re: [Elecraft] Blue Displays and Visual Acuity [END of Thread]

2009-06-17 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We're drifting pretty far OT. Let' s end this thread for now. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft list moderator _..._ -Original Message- From: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net Date: Wednesday, Jun 17, 2009 12:52 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Blue Displays and Visual Acuity To:

[Elecraft] [Fwd: KSBW Field-Day Video with K3]

2009-06-28 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
I received a nice surprise watching the news late last night when a K3 popped up on the screen at the end of this story. (See the link below.) They actually had two ham radio related stories. Field Day, and earlier in the broadcast, the story on moon bouncing that has appeared in the NY Times

Re: [Elecraft] FD at N4ZI! Some issues [End of Thread]

2009-07-02 Thread Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's end the Win7/Vista/XP/Mac OS discussion for now as it is drifting way OT. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator === _..._ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Howard

2009-07-05 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - Please, no personal attacks or negative comments about individuals on this list. 73, Eric WA6HHQ List Moderator _..._ -Original Message- From: Phil LaMarche plama...@verizon.net Date: Sunday, Jul 5, 2009 3:49 pm Subject: [Elecraft] Howard To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net I

Re: [Elecraft] E-Ham listing of KPA1500 gone

2009-07-07 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We actually have nothing to do with removal of that review or the category. eHam did that on their own. 73, Eric WA6HHQ Larry K1UO wrote: BTW: I put in a tongue in cheek review on the KPA1500 on e-ham about 8 months ago,,It lasted all of a day before it was removed...so Elecraft is

Re: [Elecraft] Yaesu versus Elecraft Service

2009-07-08 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Guys - Let's end this thread. 73, Eric WA6HHQ list Moderator Bill NY9H wrote: I believe that when YOUR TAX dollars purchase radios for your fire police departments that one of the big American vendors..indicates that in 6 years they will no longer support the radios. AND THEY GET

Re: [Elecraft] K3 tuning knob wear

2009-07-20 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Kieth, Looks like you have a very early K3. In later runs of the main K3 tuning knob we added a small radius to the transition between the dimple edge and the front face of the knob that removes the sharp machined 90 degree edge. (A 90 degree transition makes it harder for the powder coat

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