Re: [Elecraft] RF probe diode question
Vic, Having blown up my share of probe diodes, I find it useful to stick a label on any such homemade probe noting its maximum safe peak working voltage derived from the diode's PIV rating. 73, Geoff GM4ESD - Original Message - From: Vic K2VCO [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 2:48 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RF probe diode question [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1N91 is germanium, like the 1N34. But while 1N34 is a small-signal diode, 1N91 is a power rectifier. That means a lot more capacitance and back leakage. I don't know if that will matter. I found a 1N45. That is pretty similar to a 1N34, so I'll use it. The drop is about 0.28V. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 on order!
Jim, Congrats on taking on the K2! I'm just a couple of weeks ahead of you, feverishly working on s/n 5853, the low power version. Regarding the power supply-- I'm starting out with a Pyramid PS-4KX (13.8 V. 3A continous, 4A surge) that I have on hand. Since I also purchased the KBT2 internal battery option, I may look for a small Astron supply with an adjustable voltage. I understand the internal battery requires at least 14V at the K2 power plug input for proper charging. 73 happy building! Chuck NI0C ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 on order!
Chuck and all, With the internal battery, there is an alternative to powering the K2 with a 14.1 volt supply - make provisions to attach a 3 state charger directly to the battery terminals. To see how that can be accomplished safely, check out my website http://w3fpr.qrpradio.com 73, Don W3FPR -Original Message- Regarding the power supply-- I'm starting out with a Pyramid PS-4KX (13.8 V. 3A continous, 4A surge) that I have on hand. Since I also purchased the KBT2 internal battery option, I may look for a small Astron supply with an adjustable voltage. I understand the internal battery requires at least 14V at the K2 power plug input for proper charging. 73 happy building! Chuck NI0C ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Weller WTCPT tip life??
Hi guys, Work (ouch! I smashed my finger and it hurts to type letters like ki,) .. working on the KPA100 and have noticed soldering is tougher than it was on the K2. Heat transfer from the top to the part/board is hit miss. When I clean and re-tin the tip of the iron I see it has a bit of a golden hue and doesn't take solder well. Switching back to the larger (OEM) tip things get better. I'm wondering if the tip or maybe the sponge are just warn out and need to be replaced? The Weller was new when I started the K2 and I used the small tip for the K2. Since then I've built a few mini-modules but not much else. How long do these tips last? - Keith N1AS - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Weller WTCPT tip life??
My technique is to remove the iron from the holder, wipe it on the damp sponge (2 swipes, one on each side of the tip), bring it under my circle light / magnifier and tin the tip. Delay from wiping to tinning is about 5 seconds. Maybe the oxidation isn't coming off when I clean it on the sponge? When changing tips I've checked to see that the spring-loaded inner part of the iron is able to move (it is). Both tips are #7 which should be 700 degree tips IIRC. - Keith - -Original Message- From: Tom Hammond [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 8:55 AM To: Darwin, Keith Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Weller WTCPT tip life?? Keith: The tips'll last until the iron plating comes off... probably another decade (or three) in the future! And I'll bet it's not your sponge. If your tip gets golden immediately, it means one of two things... 1) the tip's too hot, or 2) you're not applying the light coat of solder immediately(!) after you clean it. Generally, the problem is #2, unless you're using a REALLY HOT temp tip. A #6 or #7 tip should work decently well, BUT you do have to apply the re-tinning solder immediately after you clean the tip or it'll start to re-oxidize (that golden coloration) as soon as it's been cleaned. For what it's worth, it do NOT clean the tip until I'm ready to START another soldered connection... e.g. once I finish soldering a joint and set the iron back in the holder, it do NOT clean it until I take it out for the next round of soldered joints. 73, Tom N0SS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 weird problem
Yes, you can just pull the SSB board, and put in two jumpers (the ends of the end jacks) and one capacitor (pins 5 and 7 of the big jack, C169 IIRC - Check the schematic. I have no ideas on the cold/High-current issue. Dan / WG4S / K2 #2456 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Gregg mulder Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 9:47 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K2 weird problem snip Can i remove the ssb brd es install the jumpers agn without removing all of the componets on the front ? /snip ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 weird problem
Rework-Eliminators. Here's where they are great. Get the module header boards and build them up. Takes maybe a hour and you'll have a full set of plug-in dummy boards to replace the options you've removed. Great for trouble shooting. My K2 shows strange things after power on during TX for the first dot or two while the auto TX level circuitry figures out where it is and what it has to do. After a couple of dits on the keyer (or bug) I'm in business with the rig more-or-less producing what I'm asking for. - Keith N1AS - -Original Message- Yes, you can just pull the SSB board, and put in two jumpers (the ends of the end jacks) and one capacitor (pins 5 and 7 of the big jack, C169 IIRC - Check the schematic. -Original Message- snip Can i remove the ssb brd es install the jumpers agn without removing all of the componets on the front ? /snip ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K1 vs KX1 Dilemma Thanks for the responses
I want to thank all who responded to my request. I have decided that if I WAS to buya new kit it would be the KX1; however, I decided on spending the money on a better antenna. Currently the only antenna I have is a windom tangled up in my attic. Ron ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscope alternatives
Hi David, Could you give us a few specifics on where to find a low cost scope utilizing a PC (or even better an OS based Palm). Thanks Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 -- Original message -- From: David Cutter [EMAIL PROTECTED] For many applications a scope is somewhat limited and a scope-adaptor for your laptop / pc offers much more, for a lot less money, size, weight. These range from simple to of course expensive. I could start the list of products with Pico Scope, but there are now so many and they are very small, eg built into a 9 pin D plug. A cheap old laptop, better still palm top will suffice for your workbench. And you can record the results for later examination. This is a simplification, but modern scopes seem to be just specially adapted pcs. David G3UNA ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[QRP-L] ANNOUNCEMENT: QRP-ARCI TOP BAND SPRINT
Hello Everybody! Winter is fast closing in, and that means low band action! Coming up next week is the Top Band Sprint. Please remember that the contest runs from Z to 0600Z on 30 November 2006, but this is the evening of Wednesday 29 November 2006 throughout North America. 73/72 es GL! Jeff - VA3JFF QRP-ARCI Contest Manager == 2006 ARCI Top Band Sprint Date/Time: Z to 0600Z on 30 November 2006 Mode: SSB, CW or mixed modes. Work stations once regardless of mode. Exchange: Members send: RS(T), State/Province/Country, ARCI member number Non-Members send: RS(T), State/Province/Country, Power Out QSO Points: Member = 5 points Non-Member, Different Continent = 4 points Non-Member, Same Continent = 2 points Multiplier: SPC (State/Province/Country) total for all bands. The same station may be worked on multiple bands for QSO points and SPC credit. Power Multiplier: Use the smaller multiplier if operating mixed mode. For SSB QSOs: 10 Watts = x1 2 - 10 Watts = x7 500mW - 2 Watts = x10 100mW - 500mW = x15 100mW or less = x20 For CW QSOs: 5 Watts = x1 1 - 5 Watts = x7 250 mW - 1 Watt = x10 55 mW - 250 mW = x15 55mW or less = x20 Suggested Frequencies: CW: around 1810 kHz SSB: around 1910 kHz *Please remember that 1830 to 1835 kHz should be used for intercontinental QSO's only BONUS POINTS: None available for this contest. Score: Final Score = Points (total for all bands) x SPCs (total for all bands) x Power Multiplier Categories: Entry may be SSB, CW or Mixed Mode How to Participate: Get on top band and hang out near the QRP frequencies listed above. Work as many stations calling CQ QRP or CQ TEST as possible, or call CQ QRP or CQ TEST yourself! You can work a station for credit once on each band. Email Log Submission: Submit Logs in plain text format along with a summary stating your Callsign, Entry Category, Actual Power and Station Description along with score calculation to [EMAIL PROTECTED] on or before 31 December 2006. Snail mail Log Submission: Submit Logs along with a summary stating your Callsign, Entry Category, Actual Power and Station Description along with score calculation to: ARCI Top Band Sprint c/o Jeff Hetherington, VA3JFF 139 Elizabeth St. W. Welland, Ontario Canada L3C 4M3 Entries must be postmarked on or before 31 December 2006. Results: Will be published in QRP Quarterly and shown on the QRP-ARCI website. Certificates: Will be awarded to the top scoring entrant in each category. Certificates may be awarded for 2nd and 3rd place if entries are sufficient in a category = L. Jeffrey Hetherington - VA3JFF QRP-ARCI (sm) Contest Manager QRP-ARCI (sm) #9223 / K2 #3375 / KX1 #631 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __ QRP-L mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/qrp-l Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Elecraft] Recomendations on Oscilloscopes
One great place to look is www.govliquidation.com. Its an auction site for the liquidation of government assets. I bought a 465B in great shape for 65 bucks. Its a little more involved than e-Bay (but only a little). The involvement is that you have to arrange for a pickup and shipment of whatever you buy. I think I paid 50 bucks to have someone go to the site, box it and send it via fedex. Its not a big deal as there are lists of companies that do this for every site selling goods, you just have to email and get the best price on boxing and shipping. I have bought a couple of things off the site and am very pleased with it. Take a look! Neal - k3nc On Nov 26, 2006, at 10:38 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Doug, Tektronix has a scope primer called XYZs of Oscilloscopes It can be found on the web at http://tinyurl.com/yx46uv (That link should take you to the Tektronix website) Hope this helps, Pete wd4lst From: Doug Person [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/11/26 Sun AM 01:39:50 CST To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Recomendations on Oscilloscopes I have no formal electronics training. just what I learned along the way as a ham for 45 years. I am interesting in learning about and how to use oscilloscopes. I would like to learn how to trace and debug digital as well as analog radio circuits. I'm have an old Elenco 1251 dual-trace 20mhz. No idea how well it works or how well calibrated. I was thinking of finding something a little newer and maybe better bandwidth. Any recommendations on a good used scope? Any thoughts on any books that might provide a useful overview of using a scope to debug rf and digital problems? Any assistance gratefully appreciated, 73, Doug -- KØDXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com Pete Axson WD4LST 17901 NE 18th Ave Citra, FL 32113 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscope alternatives
Here is one site you might find of interest: http://www.picotech.com/oscilloscope-specifications-us.html They don't charge for software, you can download it straight from their site whether or not you buy from them. There should be a demo version, but I haven't looked. I will probably use something like this to monitor my house temperatures when I start fiddling with floor heating. Have a look on this site at a range of data loggers http://rswww.com then loggers into the search box. Some charge extra for software, but the loggers are cheap. It used to be just parallel port connections, but that's mostly upgraded to USB these days. Have fun David G3UNA - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: David Cutter [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 5:21 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscope alternatives Hi David, Could you give us a few specifics on where to find a low cost scope utilizing a PC (or even better an OS based Palm). Thanks Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 -- Original message -- From: David Cutter [EMAIL PROTECTED] For many applications a scope is somewhat limited and a scope-adaptor for your laptop / pc offers much more, for a lot less money, size, weight. These range from simple to of course expensive. I could start the list of products with Pico Scope, but there are now so many and they are very small, eg built into a 9 pin D plug. A cheap old laptop, better still palm top will suffice for your workbench. And you can record the results for later examination. This is a simplification, but modern scopes seem to be just specially adapted pcs. David G3UNA ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] 5A7
Hello 5A7A is active from nearby Tripoli. I got him on 40m at 15:42 GMT with 10 w (phone) and my K2. Nothing extraordinary : he's just across the Mediterranean for me ! Just an idea for those who have never worked 5A land. The op spoke English, French and German...Good luck ! 73 Jacques de F90J ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Tech Scope
I have a Tech 465 that no longer works for reasons unknown All I can say is that beam finder doesn't put a dot on the screen from either channel. I really would like to find someone who could fix it for a reasonable fee. Do we have someone on the reflector who fixes scopes or can lead me to someone who can. Season's Greetings, Bill NA7Y ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Tech Scope
Bill, I would recommend you send it to 'Mr. Scope Expert' himself - Bob Garcia. His email is mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] He recently fixed my Tek 465A with a triggering problem for a FB price and quite prompt service. Of course if the CRT is gone on yours, you are out of luck for repairs unless Bob happens to have one salvaged from another 465. 73, Don W3FPR -Original Message- I have a Tech 465 that no longer works for reasons unknown All I can say is that beam finder doesn't put a dot on the screen from either channel. I really would like to find someone who could fix it for a reasonable fee. Do we have someone on the reflector who fixes scopes or can lead me to someone who can. Season's Greetings, Bill NA7Y ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] PL 259's
Everyone has their favorite method, and here's mine from an old ARRL handbook. Before you slip (or actually,screw on) the barrel to the coax, trim the outer jacket and then tin the braid.This works best if you have good quality coax as the braid is thicker:).Then, take a pipe cutter to trim the tinned braid a short distance from the end of the inner dielectric( about 1/16 is fine).Also,before you thread the barrel on, it'll help the heat transfer if you file a bit of the plating off around the holes where you'll solder the braid. By tinning and filing, I can cut the heat/solder time down a fair amount, and have a very good connection.Also, don't forget to tin the center conductor before you thread on the barrel.Another trick for weatherproofing is to fill the voids with vaseline, and then coax seal.Mine have all withstood Oregon rain for many years this way . -- Dan Presley-N7CQR-Portland, Or QRP-L #502 ARS #71 [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] WA3WSJ: Bed to Shack Table!
Hello all! Well, we had a new bed delivered on Saturday so I had to take the old water-bed frame apart. As I started disassembly, it looked like I might use the old frame. I've been working on the old frame for the past three days and I now have a nice wrap-around bench. One leg is 7' x 2' and the other leg is 8' x 2'. I did run out of wood so I had to actually buy some plywood. Tomorrow I plan to install the L-table in my new shack. It's a bedroom downstairs in our bi-level house. I still have to install the white-laminated plywood over the top and on the sides and then put some trim on it. The entire bench cost me less than $100 and I now have 30 sq. feet of bench top! I even used the side supports as nice shelves. My granddaughters 3 5 year-olds don't like the idea of less play space. But, I've been trying to get into that room for ten years now. First the daughters stayed there then the mother-in-law. Now the granddaughters use it for a play room. Tomorrow --- it will become the new WA3WSJ SHACK! 72, Ed,WA3WSJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] (Long) November RFTB Results
The November RFTB has come and gone. Only one more Sprint for 2006; after which we will name the Top Hog of the Sty for the year. I trust you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving; and that you're all finished with your holiday gift buying and decorating! (Just joshing!) The November RFTB saw the lowest turnout via the Autolog so far this year, with only 31 folks sending in scores. That probably was due to the fact that the ARRL Sweepstakes had finished about an hour or two before we began. I'm sure there were a lot of Piggies who were to pooped to pop into the RFTB. However, I did hear a few folks out there making contacts; but who did not submit scores. If you participate; by all means send in your score. This way we have a good idea who is participating on a regular basis. Next month, the December RFTB winner will receive a special holiday Piggie memento courtesy of Jeff K3OQ; so I hope we see a really big showing! The top three finishers for November were Larry W2LJ with 1080 points to take First Place; followed by John N2UC in Second Place with 689 points. Perry WA8THK rounded out the top three by scoring 310 points for Third Place. I was quite surprised and taken aback to find that I was the top finisher. I am reminded of an old Swiss saying that one of my bosses used to cite quite often, referring to strokes of luck. It is appropriate for an RFTB and especially for me, I guess. Every now and then, even the blind pig finds an acorn. I rarely get an acorn - ever! Here's the tale of the tape: W2LJ 1080 pts. N2UC 0689 pts. WA8THK 0310 pts. K2NPN 0279 pts. N9NE/M 0243 pts. KA2KGP 0222 pts. N1VWD 0200 pts. K4BAI 0184 pts. K4KO 0176 pts. KD2MX 0144 pts. NG7Z 0144 pts. K7TQ 0096 pts. K4NK 0095 pts. K8BTD 0060 pts. WA3RML 0060 pts. KB6NU 0060 pts. W1PID 0040 pts. N1LT 0036 pts. K5GQ 0036 pts. K3OQ 0027 pts. AF4LQ 0027 pts. VE3XT 0012 pts. W9NX 0012 pts. WB8LZG 0008 pts. AA5CH 0003 pts. W9UQB 0003 pts. K6BBQ 0002 pts. WA3OFF pts. N5WVR pts. K6DBG pts. NØJRN pts. I'd like to take this opportunity to especially thank those of you who participate under less than ideal conditions. Folks like myself, who are fortunate to have even very modest suburban backyards tend to forget what a challenge it can be to participate while mobile, or with indoor or compromise antennas due to CCRs and HOAs. Thank you for participating month in and month out. You guys are the best and exemplify the Amateur Spirit of being resourceful and innovative. See you all next month! 73 de Larry W2LJ -- Larry W2LJ QRP - When you care to send the very least! http://www.w2lj.qrpradio.com http://w2lj.blogspot.com/ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] 5A7
Hello Jacques Using the K2 at 10W with a Gap Titan vertical I have been able to work 5A7A on 40, 30, 20 15 meter CW so far. I can hear them on 80 CW but based on past experience I don't hold out much hope of working him on 80 meters with the Titan. In general I've found the K2/Titan combination to be very effective and a lot of fun for working DX on 40 meters and above on both CW and SSB from this QTH (Alabama). 73's Lars/WB2ORD - Original Message - From: f9oj.7 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 2:29 PM Subject: [Elecraft] 5A7 Hello 5A7A is active from nearby Tripoli. I got him on 40m at 15:42 GMT with 10 w (phone) and my K2. Nothing extraordinary : he's just across the Mediterranean for me ! Just an idea for those who have never worked 5A land. The op spoke English, French and German...Good luck ! 73 Jacques de F90J ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] CW QSO's from around the house
John, You may want to look into using a computer connection to the K2 and controlling the K2 over a wireless LAN connection from your laptop computer. I believe Ham Radio Deluxe provides for control of the K2 and Skype can carry the audio. In fact, you can control your K2 from anywhere you have an internet connection if you want to go that far. There are also schemes that use VNC to control the computer that is connected to the K2 - UltraVNC is available free from www.sourceforge.net. 73, Don W3FPR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of John Watkins Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 10:05 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] CW QSO's from around the house I know someone out there has thought of a good solution for what I would like to do. Want to use my K2 in the shack from anywhere around the house and yard...say within 100 feet. Listening to the receiver and sidetone is no problem with a wireless headphone set. But, how to key the transmitter with some type of wireless paddle. Has anyone done this and would like to pass on your approach? Ideally, at the K2 end of the wireless paddle the device would simply plug into the key jack. Thanks, John N0EVH ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.14.16/552 - Release Date: 11/26/2006 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
