[Elecraft] Response to Oregon FD request
I have had some fine responses to my request for a Field Day venue. They ranged from operating locations across the United States to clues for how to start a club featuring my desires where no club existed before. A friend and I have discussed starting this club before. These responses only firm my desire to do so. How many folks would like to build their own radio and get on the air from a rural location? Or even a city park? I think we could feature the Elecraft rigs to folks who happen by and have some fun meeting one another; either on the air or face to face. The rigs don't all have to be from Elecraft but it would be nice to have only home built gear. Even that does not need to be fixed in stone. Simply getting folks outside to meet and work a few contacts while bringing their families and some food would be nice. It seems to be rare these days where one can meet others of like mind and visit with them about our mutual interests. Then we can even discuss our differences. All we need is a single thread to start the activity and let it grow from there. If you want to market your KX1, K1, K2, or soon your fancy K3 bring it along and write a note to Lisa requesting some sales literature. I've no problem with Elecraft zealots :) We can have an Elecraft picnic and get to know one another better. Life is too short to use bad rigs. Build an Elecraft kit and step up to luxury. 73, Kevin. KD5ONS ___ 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] The ultimate old-timer's CW and digital mode box
I was searching for sources of reasonably-priced (meaning cheap but useful) straight keys and came up with this gem: http://www.engadget.com/2006/10/13/steampunk-laptop-comes-complete- with-morse-key/ With this in your shack PSK31 won't really feel like cheating. 73 de Brian, WB6RQN Brian Lloyd - brian HYPHEN wb6rqn AT lloyd DOT 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] Crystal Clear book
Well, this has strayed way off the original post, and I do intend to find the book and read it, but ... speaking from a little battle experience: Fred (FL) wrote: In a battle war situation - the last thing a operator military person needs to have to do, is dial in an exact frequency. Tactical radios -- the ones that are in the heat of combat -- were crystal controlled even in WW2. Other than those, in the US Vietnam Adventure, we had a lot of KWM-2A's for HF [big knob to change freq and our maint depot guys left the ham rocks in the bottom board and put our military crystals in the top board. A lifesaver for me at HS1FJ], AN/GRC-27's for Air to Ground stuff, and AN/TRC-24's for multi-channel radio relay stuff, none rock-bound. The 27's were channelized, but you could select the frequency for each channel [never really figured out how Art Collins and his guys did that, but it involved a lot of motors, gears, racks, and slugs :-) ], and everything else was selectable. Synthesized controls showed up in the AN/TRC-96, but rocks were still the staple for the AN/MRC-98 heavy mobile tropo. Now, it's all satellite stuff. Stability in WW2 was probably an issue, but passbands were wider then too, and voice was AM ... non-exact tuning was tolerable. In the 60's voice was SSB, tuning mattered, but then Art and his guys took care of that for us. For the record, I think I have destroyed 22 operational KWM2A's with thermite. We had two on every mission, we burned them up at the end. Tough job for a ham. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the 2007 CQP Oct 6-7 - www.cqp.org ___ 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] Headphone output levels on the K2?
Steve Kallal wrote: I have a requirement that my rigs have relatively high audio output wo/ distortion from the headphone jack. I have a moderate hearing loss, about 45 db down especially in the speech region. The audiologists calls that I've had that sort of loss in one ear since childhood and some in the other, and I did get prescribed an aid as a child, although I haven't been very good at using it. I think the best thing about a kit like the K2 is that adding a small audio stage internally before the headphone jack doesn't ruin the rig. But I would hope that won't be necessary. As others have said, you could also reduce the series resistors on the headphone output, although you might need to modify the shunt capacitors as well; I'm not sure of the function of these (could be audio low pass, or could be RF pickup blocking). You won't get 45dB of gain without transformer coupling, as I don't think there is enough power supply voltage for that. Also, noise cancelling headphones normally have an amplifier, so, in cancelling mode, increase the wanted as well as suppressing unwanted sound. Mine are vulnerable to GSM mobile phone signals, so might have RF pickup problems. (My interest in Elecraft is to try getting back into amateur radio, so I haven't used them near amateur transmissions, yet.) Also I don't wear my hearing aids with headphones because of feeback. I went with behind the ear hearing aids. Maybe a heaphones with larger deeper cups would help. Most hearing aids, including state supplied ones, in the UK, have a T setting, which uses an induction loop pickup, rather than a microphone. You can use this with headphones with reasonable field leakage, or special, silent, ones. I don't know how sensitive they are to RF pickup. For some, you can get shoes that allow them to be connected to normal domestic audio equipment. I'm not sure if these couple acoustically, or whether they match a connector on the aid. Theoretically, you could also get headphones with hearing aid type ear moulds. In the past, when hearing aids had output transducers that clipped directly onto the earmould, the clip was the same as used in professional head sets. Nowadays, they couple acoustically, with a plastic tube, so there might not be direct compatibility. I welcome comments from those who are familiar with the headphone output Unfortunately, I've not built it far enough to hear more than sidetone yet. -- David Woolley Emails are not formal business letters, whatever businesses may want. RFC1855 says there should be an address here, but, in a world of spam, that is no longer good advice, as archive address hiding may not work. ___ 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] RE: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon
Just keep beating on them. That's what I do here. Eventually, you'll find some that want to be real ham operators. :) 73, Dan KB6NU On Jun 12, 2007, at 10:52 PM, Kevin Rock wrote: You would not believe how they scatter when I pull a circuit board transceiver out of my pack :) 73, Kevin. KD5ONS -Original Message- From: Dan KB6NU [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jun 12, 2007 10:46 PM To: Elecraft Mailing List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RE: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon They obviously feel threatened by a ham with superior skills. :) The animosity exhibited even by some old-timers when the topic of CW comes up is amazing to me, especially in the context of contest. Don't they realize that, in most contests, you get more points for CW contacts than for phone contacts? 73! Dan KB6NU -- CW Geek and MI Affiliated Club Coordinator Read my ham radio blog at www.kb6nu.com LET'S GET MORE KIDS INTO HAM RADIO! On Jun 12, 2007, at 10:39 PM, Kevin Rock wrote: I am trying to find a group where CW is not shunned. The two nearby groups treat me like I am a leper when I mention the mode. Often it is the end of any conversation. I am not sure where the myth of CW operators are always welcome got started because it is not true here. I will contact the people in Eugene but it is about three hours away from me due to rivers and mountains. Kevin. KD5ONS -Original Message- From: Steve [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jun 12, 2007 9:51 PM To: 'Kevin Rock' [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon I'm not sure where you mean by N.W. Oregon but the Valley Radio Club of Eugene will have an operation. If you're interested just ask on the 146.72 (W7PXL) repeater. Whenever I've been on the road over field day, I've just asked around on the local repeaters and always found a FD group to operate with. (CW operators are always welcome) Steve .. AI7W -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 19:32 UTC To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon Are there any groups in Northwest Oregon who would like a CW operator to join them for Field Day? Kevin. KD5ONS __ ___ 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] Crystal Clear book
In a message dated 6/12/07 11:47:52 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can you believe, Andy Rooney of CBS 60 minutes was a reporter for Stars and Stripes newspaper in WW2? Not hard to believe at all: http://www.snopes.com/politics/soapbox/rooney.asp Be sure to read the whole article. 73 de Jim, N2EY ** See what's free at http://www.aol.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] ESD and XV144
While building an XV144, I assume it is wise to take ESD precautions? I have everything I need except the wrist strap, which seems to have gone missing over the last 10 years or so. Can anyone in the UK recommend a supplier? Looking at RS they are rather expensive. -- If you must play, decide on three things at the start: the rules of the game, the stakes, and the quitting time. -Chinese Proverb ___ 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] Crystal Clear book
In the early 90's, while employed as an engineer for Uncle Sam, we had a contract with NA Rockwell, in Newport Beach, Calif. - for computer chips. Next door on their grounds, was an old Collins Radio facility. And they still left the old Collins tower and beam, outside on the Rockwell plant's front lawn. I wonder what they built there? Maybe the Rockwell ham radio club still used the tower? de Fred N3CSY Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. http://sims.yahoo.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] FS Clifton Z91 Panadapter
For Sale: Clifton Labs Z91 Spectrascreen Panadapter Assembled, tested and operated using my K2 with optional Clifton K1-U buffer amplifier interface Z91 (only) $390 Mike Keller W1BNC ___ 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] Re: ESD and XV144
Thanks to all who replied - I guess I should have searched more :-) On 13/6/07 11:21, David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: While building an XV144, I assume it is wise to take ESD precautions? I have everything I need except the wrist strap, which seems to have gone missing over the last 10 years or so. Can anyone in the UK recommend a supplier? Looking at RS they are rather expensive. -- I believe I found the missing link between animal and civilized man. It is us. -Konrad Lorenz, ethologist, Nobel laureate (1903-1989) ___ 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] CQWW DX Teams
Would anyone be interested in forming 5 person teams for the CQWWDX events this Fall? As I recall, the 2006 rules allow you to form teams consisting of folks from anywhere (ARRL has geographic restrictions). Your score still counts towards your contest club's total, if you belong to one. It might be fun to have a little friendly competition between Elecrafters... Actually, there is a bit of that already. 73, Julius n2wn ___ 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] CQWW DX Teams
Sounds fun, I might be in for that. If my K3 is delivered in time, I'll be taking it with me to KH6 for WW CW and possibly SSB too. Otherwise, I'll take my K2 and we're going to try it (with DSP) for the 160M station. I'll be at a station on the big island. Jeff N6GQ On 6/13/07, J F [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Would anyone be interested in forming 5 person teams for the CQWWDX events this Fall? As I recall, the 2006 rules allow you to form teams consisting of folks from anywhere (ARRL has geographic restrictions). Your score still counts towards your contest club's total, if you belong to one. It might be fun to have a little friendly competition between Elecrafters... Actually, there is a bit of that already. 73, Julius n2wn ___ 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] Walter Winchell
Back in the days of BW TV Winchell had a 15 minute gossip gig...(or was it 1/2 hour?...I don't remember anymore)...At the beginning of the show he was shown sitting at a table sending his CW message using a bug... Jerry, wa2dkg ___ 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] Signing /QRP
Hello everyone Nobody mentionned the importance of the antenna when operating QRP. Which is the best : 10 watts on a three element beam or 100 watts on a dipole ? I am not a DX champion or an avid contester but I reached te 100 countries without particularly hunting for any of these, and in about a year's time. Using a 6 el. log yagi on ten, an HB9CV on 15 and another one on 20. No complex for QRP on SSB, please, but adjust carefully your antennas ! 73 to all Jacques - Original Message - From: Ron D'Eau Claire [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 8:47 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Signing /QRP Well, there's the huge difference between us Mike. I call W3XYX W3XYZ W3XYZ DE AC7AC AC7AC AC7AC/QRP ;-) Same for CQ. My thinking is that if hearing the /QRP is going to confuse anyone, I want them to get the call right first. As for a QRP signal being 'tiny', it all depends upon conditions. Digging out weak signals can be fun. I do it out of habit. I find I'm digging in the mud for a 100 watt or greater signal at least as often as a QRP signal. I've given and received lots of 579 to 599 reports and enjoyed long, long rag chews when we're both running 5 watts or less to suggest that QRP is not a all a tiny signal when conditions are right. Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Ron all, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: ...I hope the intrepid operators who love to promote their operating interests will never stop signing /QRP... I share some of the feelings of both camps regarding signing or not signing using /QRP. As a result, I use a combination. I generally call by txing: cq cq cq de ab3ap/qrp ab3ap ab3ap I put the /QRP in early so the responding op doesn't feel obligated to resend it back to me, send it only once because it takes time, but send it more than not at all so listeners know what that tiny signal is. For what it's worth, Mike ab3ap _ ___ 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: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.8.14/845 - Release Date: 12/06/07 06:39 ___ 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] Signing /QRP
Well, I must have missed the memo. I thought this was the Elecraft list. But for the past couple weeks, it appears to be a general discussion list. I though the various and sundry QRP-L lists were more for that. Of course, I note a lot of cross-posting, so I guess folks like to see their words of wisdom on several lists. I wonder where one finds information about the K3 and K2, etc? Maybe on the Bird-watchers list? --- _____ / \ / \ / \ / \ / \ John L. Sielke ( W )( 2 )( A )( G )( N ) http://w2agn.net \_/ \_/ \_/ \_/ \_/ http://www.blurty.com/users/w2agn Member screwed by QRP-ARCI! http://w2agn.net/noarci.html ___ 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] Crystal Clear book
Walter Winchell was famous for the code spurts during the radio brodcast, I remember them well. Couldn't copy code then, so I was fooled. Trivia experts say the radio and Telegraph CW was FAKE. Just Winchell working the key, not really sending anything. That and his authoritative or official sounding voice garnered many listeners before the days of television. 73, Sandy W5TVW - Original Message - From: Fred Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2007 12:27 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Crystal Clear book Stuart Rohre wrote: Hi Fred, Yes, I remember Gabriel Heater news; but the all the ships at sea was the tag line of gossip commentator Walter Winchell. Remember him? He also had the snappy code burst at the start of his broadcasts. Can you believe, Andy Rooney of CBS 60 minutes was a reporter for Stars and Stripes newspaper in WW2? Andy Rooney reported in the SS during our Vietnam adventure too. I remember his sort of opening line, Ever thought about ... When I'm in a CW contest, or we're in my truck and the repeater IDs, my wife will often say, and all the ships at sea. She was born in 1945, and likely never heard Walter and I'm sure not Gabriel. Some things do stick around however, I'm told it's our culture. Often wondered what Walter sent, I do remember hearing it, didn't know the code then. Really cool Eric/Wayne K3 show last night at the NCCC meeting in San Carlos CA. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the 2007 CQP Oct 6-7 - www.cqp.org ___ 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: 7.5.472 / Virus Database: 269.8.15/847 - Release Date: 6/12/2007 9:42 PM ___ 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] Response to Oregon FD request
Kevin, I'm in Aloha, so you can sign me up when you get your group together. I have been thinking about what it would take to get a homebrewer group together in the Portland area, but I haven't run into any other builders from the area. It would be nice to have a place out in the woods to string up some wire. I live in a home where I can't put up an outside antenna, and I've been too chicken to try to deploy one in a local park yet. As for the local groups, I can completely relate. I'm a newcomer to Washington County, but I didn't have very good luck in Salem. When I went to the local club's FD event a few years ago, the club was not very inviting. Nothing like wandering around like a lost puppy dog, looking for someone to acknowledge you! What's irritating is that they advertise that the event is open to all, but don't really follow up with trying to make visitors welcome. Jason Milldrum, NT7S = Amateur Station NT7S - http://www.nt7s.com QRPedia - http://www.qrpedia.com Kevin Rock wrote: I have had some fine responses to my request for a Field Day venue. They ranged from operating locations across the United States to clues for how to start a club featuring my desires where no club existed before. A friend and I have discussed starting this club before. These responses only firm my desire to do so. How many folks would like to build their own radio and get on the air from a rural location? Or even a city park? I think we could feature the Elecraft rigs to folks who happen by and have some fun meeting one another; either on the air or face to face. The rigs don't all have to be from Elecraft but it would be nice to have only home built gear. Even that does not need to be fixed in stone. Simply getting folks outside to meet and work a few contacts while bringing their families and some food would be nice. It seems to be rare these days where one can meet others of like mind and visit with them about our mutual interests. Then we can even discuss our differences. All we need is a single thread to start the activity and let it grow from there. If you want to market your KX1, K1, K2, or soon your fancy K3 bring it along and write a note to Lisa requesting some sales literature. I've no problem with Elecraft zealots :) We can have an Elecraft picnic and get to know one another better. Life is too short to use bad rigs. Build an Elecraft kit and step up to luxury. 73, Kevin. KD5ONS ___ 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: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon
I am trying to find a group where CW is not shunned. The two nearby groups treat me like I am a leper when I mention the mode. Often it is the end of any conversation. am not sure where the myth of CW operators are always welcome got started because it is not true here. I admit it’s been a few years since I’ve been away from home on a FD weekend so maybe things have changed. Has the “no-code” hysteria carried past the elimination of code as a licensing requirement and created a world where CW is no longer ‘politically correct’? I certainly hope not. I checked the rules and FD scoring hasn’t changed, CW contacts are still worth 2 points while phone contacts are only worth 1. It seems to me that any serious FD group would encourage CW. I have to assume that the two groups you contacted are not serious about FD and you’d probably be happier finding a more committed FD operation Steve .. AI7W __ 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] Signing /QRP
Yes. And, this is the FISTS 10th anniversary this year. To celebrate FISTS is offering the 20/20 award. Too bad there don't seem to be many (active) FISTS west of the Rockies. In these times of poor condx, I feel lucky to have finally amassed 100 points while running QRP (all I've got)... the 20/20 award appears out of reach. Oh well, I'm still having fun! 73 de chris K6DBG ___ 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] OT: According to the paper Don Herbert passed away
Hopefully you all remember Mr. Wizard still remember how much I enjoyed his show! He passed away today at 89 73 -- Chuck Mankind has a perfect record in aviation, we never left one up there! ___ 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] RE: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon
CW contacts are often easier to make. Especially at lower power levels. Steve Brandt N7VS Portland, Oregon They obviously feel threatened by a ham with superior skills. :) The animosity exhibited even by some old-timers when the topic of CW comes up is amazing to me, especially in the context of contest. Don't they realize that, in most contests, you get more points for CW contacts than for phone contacts? 73! Dan KB6NU -- CW Geek and MI Affiliated Club Coordinator Read my ham radio blog at www.kb6nu.com LET'S GET MORE KIDS INTO HAM RADIO! On Jun 12, 2007, at 10:39 PM, Kevin Rock wrote: I am trying to find a group where CW is not shunned. The two nearby groups treat me like I am a leper when I mention the mode. Often it is the end of any conversation. I am not sure where the myth of CW operators are always welcome got started because it is not true here. I will contact the people in Eugene but it is about three hours away from me due to rivers and mountains. Kevin. KD5ONS -Original Message- From: Steve [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jun 12, 2007 9:51 PM To: 'Kevin Rock' [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon I'm not sure where you mean by N.W. Oregon but the Valley Radio Club of Eugene will have an operation. If you're interested just ask on the 146.72 (W7PXL) repeater. Whenever I've been on the road over field day, I've just asked around on the local repeaters and always found a FD group to operate with. (CW operators are always welcome) Steve .. AI7W -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 19:32 UTC To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon Are there any groups in Northwest Oregon who would like a CW operator to join them for Field Day? Kevin. KD5ONS __ ___ 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] flagrantly OT: name of WWII comedian who ...could teach Morse code to a dog....?
Was that Phil Silver Not sure if he was 40's era or not, but I used to watch him back in the 50's on TV when I was a kid. Stan Rife W5EWA wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I heard this very funny piece on NPR a couple of years ago about a 40's-era comedian who did skits about military life. In one skit he played a radio-class instructor disgusted with a new class of underachieving recruits who were there to learn the code. He chastised them for not studying while bragging that he could teach anyone the code, even a dog, which cracked up the studio audience (or, I'm not sure which, prompted the laugh-track operator to open it up all the way). Being not quite 50, I wasn't there. I bet a few of you were :) I couldn't find his name with a web search. Anyone have a clue? tnx Wayne N6KR --- 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 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] flagrantly OT: name of WWII comedian who ...could teach Morse code to a dog....?
I believe the character he played was Sergeant Bilko, if memory serves me -- with big dark rimmed glasses and a balding head. Jozef WB2MIC Stan Rife wrote: Was that Phil Silver Not sure if he was 40's era or not, but I used to watch him back in the 50's on TV when I was a kid. Stan Rife W5EWA wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I heard this very funny piece on NPR a couple of years ago about a 40's-era comedian who did skits about military life. In one skit he played a radio-class instructor disgusted with a new class of underachieving recruits who were there to learn the code. He chastised them for not studying while bragging that he could teach anyone the code, even a dog, which cracked up the studio audience (or, I'm not sure which, prompted the laugh-track operator to open it up all the way). Being not quite 50, I wasn't there. I bet a few of you were :) I couldn't find his name with a web search. Anyone have a clue? tnx Wayne N6KR --- 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 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] flagrantly OT: name of WWII comedian who ...couldteach Morse code to a dog....?
I am just a couple of years past 50, and it sounds like something the Phil Silver would do -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Stan Rife Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2007 11:50 AM To: wayne burdick; Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] flagrantly OT: name of WWII comedian who ...couldteach Morse code to a dog? Was that Phil Silver Not sure if he was 40's era or not, but I used to watch him back in the 50's on TV when I was a kid. Stan Rife W5EWA wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I heard this very funny piece on NPR a couple of years ago about a 40's-era comedian who did skits about military life. In one skit he played a radio-class instructor disgusted with a new class of underachieving recruits who were there to learn the code. He chastised them for not studying while bragging that he could teach anyone the code, even a dog, which cracked up the studio audience (or, I'm not sure which, prompted the laugh-track operator to open it up all the way). Being not quite 50, I wasn't there. I bet a few of you were :) I couldn't find his name with a web search. Anyone have a clue? tnx Wayne N6KR --- 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 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] flagrantly OT: name of WWII comedian who ...could teachMorse code to a dog....?
Wayne, I haven't seen any responses to your question so I guess you have us all stumped. I'm guessing that it was not a 40's era comedian but, more likely, a 50's era comedian when (as I recall) that kind of schtik started with Bob Newhart. I remember listening to an LP at a friends house in the mid 50's that featured Bob Newhart. It did not have a radio instructor on it but otherwise was very similar. Don K7FJ I heard this very funny piece on NPR a couple of years ago about a 40's-era comedian who did skits about military life. In one skit he played a radio-class instructor disgusted with a new class of underachieving recruits who were there to learn the code. He chastised them for not studying while bragging that he could teach anyone the code, even a dog, which cracked up the studio audience (or, I'm not sure which, prompted the laugh-track operator to open it up all the way). Being not quite 50, I wasn't there. I bet a few of you were :) I couldn't find his name with a web search. Anyone have a clue? tnx Wayne N6KR --- 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 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] Response to Oregon FD request
Hi Jason, et al: For what it's worth, and generally UNfortunately for all concerned, Field Day is probably the very WORST TIME for a new operator (to the area) to go to a radio club function and expect to be warmly received... During FD, everyone is running around, trying to ensure that everything is installed (properly) and running so things can start on time... additionally, there's a lot (usually) of activity during the entire activity and well-intentioned welcomes often go out the door with trying to keep track of who's operating what and where, and how the rigs are working. If you want to visit a club, do it at a regular meeting and then you'll have a lot better chance of being warmly received. And, if you're NOT... find another club. But please don't let the welcome you hoped for and didn't receive during Field Day cause you to decide that this club (whomever they happen to be) is unfriendly or closed to newcomers. No matter how hard we might try to be hospitable during FD, it's a chore, and we often fail. BTW - The MMARC (Jefferson City MO) tries(!) to welcome all visitors, and we WELCOME CW operators... of course, we welcome all other ops as well. In fact, we have a LOT more CW ops than SSB ops... go figger. But come visit us at a Club meeting... we'll be even more friendly then. 73, Tom Hammond N0SS At 09:57 06/13/2007, Jason Milldrum wrote: Kevin, I'm in Aloha, so you can sign me up when you get your group together. I have been thinking about what it would take to get a homebrewer group together in the Portland area, but I haven't run into any other builders from the area. It would be nice to have a place out in the woods to string up some wire. I live in a home where I can't put up an outside antenna, and I've been too chicken to try to deploy one in a local park yet. As for the local groups, I can completely relate. I'm a newcomer to Washington County, but I didn't have very good luck in Salem. When I went to the local club's FD event a few years ago, the club was not very inviting. Nothing like wandering around like a lost puppy dog, looking for someone to acknowledge you! What's irritating is that they advertise that the event is open to all, but don't really follow up with trying to make visitors welcome. Jason Milldrum, NT7S ___ 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] OT Walter Winchell and BIG radios (WAS: Crystal Clear book)
You can hear recordings of Walter on line at: http://www.archive.org/details/WWII_News_19450225_Walter_Winchell Or http://tinyurl.com/22kf83 There are Gabriel Heatter recording around but I don't know of any available for listening on-line. On another list I came across the answer to those of us who constantly mutter about the tiny radios on the market today. How about the 'colossus of radio' shown here? http://radiomagonline.com/features/radio_colossus_radio/ Or http://tinyurl.com/25frzf Yes, it's for real, in spite of the date shown on the article. And it's just a receiver! One was recently auctioned off as shown here: http://www.estesauctions.com/April282007page1.html Ya see, you can cut out one of these pictures and paste it on the wall, then ask your spouse whether they'd appreciate one of these in the house or perhaps a (relatively) tiny K3... Ron AC7AC -Original Message- On Tue, 12 Jun 2007 20:29:50 -0700 (PDT), Fred (FL) wrote: Does anyone remember Gabriel Heater? When I was a kid, out at my grandparents cottage south of Buffalo - everyone used to sit around the Philco radio - and listen to Gabriel Heater's news program, at that time about WWII. . and all the ship's at sea. That was Walter Windshield (Winchell...g) : Good evening Mister and Missus North and South America and all the ships at sea, let's go to press... Gabriel Heatters's trademark was Ah yes, there's good news tonight... Or so I remember. -- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402 ___ 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] CQWW DX Teams
On 6/13/07, J F [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It might be fun to have a little friendly competition between Elecrafters... Actually, there is a bit of that already. -- Great idea! Geoff GM4ESD ___ 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] Who IS Number 1?
With apologies to Patrick McGoohan: John is #6 Who is #1? I am #2, you are #6. I am NOT a number! Doug W6JD BTW, who IS #1? ___ 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] flagrantly OT: name of WWII comedian who ...couldteach Morse code to a dog....?
-Original Message- From: Gregg W6IZT [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am just a couple of years past 50, and it sounds like something the Phil Silver would do You mean Phil Silvers, aka Sgt. Bilko. And yes, it would be something he would do. -- You know that Somebody has a cosmic sense of humor when you notice that Phil Silvers and the Dalai Lama are from such different cultures, philosophies and parts of the world, yet look so much alike. 73 de Jim, N2EY AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.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] Offensive
Didn't offend me. I have a delete button that is easy enough to use. Jozef W2AGN wrote: Well, I apparently have offended one of the folks on the list, who advises me I am a sarcastic malcontent, due to my earlier post in reference to the rather odd topics that seem to have taken over the Elecraft List, such as: 1. English (idioms and vernacular) 2. The Best handi-talky 3. RST S meter readings 4. The Woodpecker and of course the classic Signing /QRP So sorry if my ignorance has caused me to fail to recognize the relationship of the above to Elecraft products. It was pointed out to that 'Signing /QRP is on topic since Elecraft makes QRP radios, and the Subject is /QRP? therefore it is relevant. Therefore since many of us speak English into our Elecraft microphones, #1 above is also on topic. Handi talkies are usually QRP, so there';s #2. Of course the K2 and K3 have S-meters, so that takes care of #3. #4 is a bit more difficult, but I am sure it is obvious to my critic. So sorry, carry on, as they say. As you were. ___ 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] Offensive
How are these wildly OT posts relevant? Why they're relevant because they're of interest to Elecraft customers. Any relationship to Elecraft gear is somewhat beside the point. OT posts occur on every list I've ever been on. They only become a problem when they take over a list. Trying to keep discussions constrained to things that are purely on-topic makes a list rather dry legalistic. Dry in that there is less variety, and dry in that the number of posts, and therefore the level of activity and sense of excitement, drops. And actually, this reply, and maybe even the message to which I'm replying are both OT, right? - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - -Original Message- ... rather odd topics that seem to have taken over the Elecraft List, such as: 1. English (idioms and vernacular) 2. The Best handi-talky 3. RST S meter readings 4. The Woodpecker and of course the classic Signing /QRP So sorry if my ignorance has caused me to fail to recognize the relationship of the above to Elecraft products. ___ 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: Size of RFC15 - No different from green ones
I suspect the small tan RFC15 has been dropped from the kit, David, so you have all the same-size RFC15 inductors now. Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Woolley Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007 4:05 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] K2: Size of RFC15 - No different from green ones The manual says that RFC15, as well as being tan coloured, should be much smaller than the other 100 microHenry chokes, but it appears to be the same size as the four green ones, namely about 6.3 mm long by 2.1 mm diameter. The obvious reason for this was that it was being used to patch between pads that are only about 3 mm apart. Is there now no real difference except colour? -- David Woolley Emails are not formal business letters, whatever businesses may want. RFC1855 says there should be an address here, but, in a world of spam, that is no longer good advice, as archive address hiding may not work. ___ 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] Offensive [END of this Thread + Guidelines reminder
Guys - Let's end this thread before it takes off. 1. In general we welcome most topics on the Elecraft list. Please do not strongly criticize other's postings, OT or not, or posters. We want this to be a friendly, cordial list. 2. Please try to be as terse as possible (and delete most copied reply text) when posting and please try to avoid 'me too' and 'I agree/disagree' posts. Doing this greatly reduces the list noise level and email volume. 2. As moderator I'll step in when I feel a thread is getting too OT or is taking up too much space. I try to moderate with a light hand, and when I'm away a thread may take on a life of its own. I'll always jump back in though when I do see it getting out of control. 3. Feel free to complain to the moderator. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Elecraft List Moderator ___ 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] Who IS Number 1?
If I remember correctly that would be Eric's rig. I saw it at SeaPac a few weeks ago. I was told Wayne's rig does not have a number. How exclusive can one get? Kevin. KD5ONS -- I am not a number either :) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jun 13, 2007 10:15 AM To: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Who IS Number 1? With apologies to Patrick McGoohan: John is #6 Who is #1? I am #2, you are #6. I am NOT a number! Doug W6JD BTW, who IS #1? ___ 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] OT: According to the paper Don Herbert passed away
I remember watching him on the only TV station in New Orleans as a kid. He was always interesting! Kids today missed him! He was very educational, even if you knew what he was going to do! 73, Sandy W5TVW - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2007 10:26 AM Subject: [Elecraft] OT: According to the paper Don Herbert passed away Hopefully you all remember Mr. Wizard still remember how much I enjoyed his show! He passed away today at 89 73 -- Chuck Mankind has a perfect record in aviation, we never left one up there! ___ 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: 7.5.472 / Virus Database: 269.8.15/847 - Release Date: 6/12/2007 9:42 PM ___ 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: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon
Team Ki7el is planning on being out in the woods of Western Washington for FD. CW operators are definately not shunned, and neither are builders or QRP ops. Indeed, we'll be running a mix of QRP cw, ssb, and digital this year on mostly hand-made rigs. We'll be leaving from Woodland, WA Saturday morning. There are normally just three of us, but there's always room for more! Drop me a note if you're interested! BTW, I'll be driving down from Seattle either Friday night or Saturday morning, so the invitation is extended north as well :). On Tue, 12 Jun 2007, Kevin Rock wrote: Are there any groups in Northwest Oregon who would like a CW operator to join them for Field Day? Kevin. KD5ONS __ QRP-L mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/qrp-l Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] __ 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] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon
Kevin and all: Not that its much help to you on the west coast, but we really like CW operators at FD operations here in Maine. If you hear KS1R or N1TRC (our GOTA call) give us a shout. 73, Steve AA4AK At 10:50 PM 6/12/2007, Kevin Rock wrote: This is another fantasy of mine. Form a club of CW operators who like to operate in the boonies and actually build their own rigs. Glory be I think that may draw a few fine souls. Maybe even a glowbug or two :) Kevin. KD5ONS -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jun 12, 2007 8:26 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon In a message dated 6/12/07 3:41:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Are there any groups in Northwest Oregon who would like a CW operator to join them for Field Day? If there aren't, why not start your own? That's what I did many years ago, when I got fed up with the local clubs' approach to FD. Doesn't have to be a formal club, just a Field Day group. 73 de Jim, N2EY Grand Poobah, Jug Southgate's Bunch ** See what's free at http://www.aol.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 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] Response to Oregon FD request
Tom: That depends on the club. Just last week I sent out letters to every newly (since Jan 07) licensed/upgraded ham within an hour's drive of Topsham ME inviting them to take part in the KS1R/N1TRC operation on Field Day. Given that many FD operations have GOTA operations, I expect that we are not the only ones welcoming beginners. 73, Steve At 12:33 PM 6/13/2007, Tom Hammond wrote: Hi Jason, et al: For what it's worth, and generally UNfortunately for all concerned, Field Day is probably the very WORST TIME for a new operator (to the area) to go to a radio club function and expect to be warmly received... ___ 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] Offensive
I agree with you, the whole topic of QRP operating procedures is of interest to many Elecraft users. 73, Steve AA4AK At 01:16 PM 6/13/2007, W2AGN wrote: Well, I apparently have offended one of the folks on the list, who advises me I am a sarcastic malcontent, due to my earlier post in reference to the rather odd topics that seem to have taken over the Elecraft List, such as: 1. English (idioms and vernacular) 2. The Best handi-talky 3. RST S meter readings 4. The Woodpecker and of course the classic Signing /QRP So sorry if my ignorance has caused me to fail to recognize the relationship of the above to Elecraft products. It was pointed out to that 'Signing /QRP is on topic since Elecraft makes QRP radios, and the Subject is /QRP? therefore it is relevant. Therefore since many of us speak English into our Elecraft microphones, #1 above is also on topic. Handi talkies are usually QRP, so there';s #2. Of course the K2 and K3 have S-meters, so that takes care of #3. #4 is a bit more difficult, but I am sure it is obvious to my critic. So sorry, carry on, as they say. As you were. -- --- _____ / \ / \ / \ / \ / \ John L. Sielke ( W )( 2 )( A )( G )( N ) http://w2agn.net \_/ \_/ \_/ \_/ \_/ http://www.blurty.com/users/w2agn check out: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/QRPariahs/ ___ 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] Who IS Number 1?
If you're talking about K3's, we had number 1 at Sea Pac. When pushing the CW memory button it pounded out CQ DE N6KR. Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2007 10:16 AM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] Who IS Number 1? With apologies to Patrick McGoohan: John is #6 Who is #1? I am #2, you are #6. I am NOT a number! Doug W6JD BTW, who IS #1? ___ 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] K2: Size of RFC15 - No different from green ones
David Woolley wrote: The manual says that RFC15, as well as being tan coloured, should be much smaller than the other 100 microHenry chokes, but it appears to be the same size An off list reply pointed out that there is a recent constructor bulletin on this point, although it doesn't quite say that they are now the same size. The bulletin is at http://www.elecraft.com/Apps/Builder%20Alert%20Installing%20Small%20Chokes%20Rev%20B.pdf. Thanks. as the four green ones, namely about 6.3 mm long by 2.1 mm diameter. The obvious reason for this was that it was being used to patch between pads that are only about 3 mm apart. Is there now no real difference except colour? -- David Woolley Emails are not formal business letters, whatever businesses may want. RFC1855 says there should be an address here, but, in a world of spam, that is no longer good advice, as archive address hiding may not work. ___ 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] Offensive
On Wed, 13 Jun 2007 13:16:33 -0400, W2AGN wrote: . #4 [The Soviet Woodpecker] is a bit more difficult, but I am sure it is obvious to my critic. When the above operated in the ham bands, it was easily receivable with Elecraft equipment. Case Closed ? g -- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402 ___ 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: RE: [Elecraft] Getting ready to order K2
Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: cable, I agree they are probably being cautious. After all, I understand the ARRL has launched their own program of technical courses to help Hams become more technically competent. The current UK licensing regime requires that a project be built before one can get from the 10 watt limited Foundation Licence to the 50 watt limited Intermediate Licence. It can't be a transmitter though, as one cannot use kit built equipment until you have gained the intermediate licence (it looks like Intermediate Licensee transmitter kits must meet some type approval rules, whereas full licence ones look like they are exempt). Assuming that there is some flexibility in what is built, I would presume that there would be some market for a K2 with build instructions modified to complete all the receiver bands before starting on the transmitter, for when the licensee upgraded; it might need appropriate type approval, though, for that market. It would far exceed the construction experience required for the licence! -- David Woolley Emails are not formal business letters, whatever businesses may want. RFC1855 says there should be an address here, but, in a world of spam, that is no longer good advice, as archive address hiding may not work. ___ 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: RE: [Elecraft] Getting ready to order K2
Leaving out the finals might do the trick! The upgrade to full transceiver would be about pretty cheap (two transistors, some hardware and those pesky thermal pads). Dan / WG4S / K2 #2456 snip I would presume that there would be some market for a K2 with build instructions modified to complete all the receiver bands before starting on the transmitter, for when the licensee upgraded; it might need appropriate type approval, though, for that market. It would far exceed the construction experience required for the licence! /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] Re: Field Day CW Ops
I sure wish you lived here in Alabama. It looks like there is no one in my local radio club who is able to do code good enough to do it on FD. At my old club in Indiana we had one person who was experienced in CW and contesting, and he almost doubled our phone scores each year. Dave AE9Q Message: 26 Date: Tue, 12 Jun 2007 22:39:53 -0400 (EDT) From: Kevin Rock [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Elecraft] RE: [QRP-L] CW Field Day operations in Northwest Oregon To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], elecraft@mailman.qth.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 I am trying to find a group where CW is not shunned. The two nearby groups treat me like I am a leper when I mention the mode. Often it is the end of any conversation. I am not sure where the myth of CW operators are always welcome got started because it is not true here. I will contact the people in Eugene but it is about three hours away from me due to rivers and mountains. Kevin. KD5ONS ___ 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] Response to Oregon FD request
Hi Steve: I didn't mean that we don't welcome beginners, just that, with all the hassle of FD, it's sometimes pretty easy to become preoccupied with other things and to give the impression of being disinterested when you're really not. We also urge all newly licensed ops to join us as well. 73, Tom N0SS At 16:08 06/13/2007, Stephen W. Kercel wrote: Tom: That depends on the club. Just last week I sent out letters to every newly (since Jan 07) licensed/upgraded ham within an hour's drive of Topsham ME inviting them to take part in the KS1R/N1TRC operation on Field Day. Given that many FD operations have GOTA operations, I expect that we are not the only ones welcoming beginners. 73, Steve At 12:33 PM 6/13/2007, Tom Hammond wrote: Hi Jason, et al: For what it's worth, and generally UNfortunately for all concerned, Field Day is probably the very WORST TIME for a new operator (to the area) to go to a radio club function and expect to be warmly received... ___ 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] Response to Oregon FD request
We'll have two dedicated GOTA coaches and one 'circulating' coach as well. 73, Tom At 18:04 06/13/2007, Stephen W. Kercel wrote: Tom: Yes, I understand. The solution (assuming enough warm bodies are available) is to have a designated GOTA coach whose primary task is to demonstrate an interest in the newcomers. 73, Steve AA4AK At 06:36 PM 6/13/2007, Tom Hammond wrote: Hi Steve: I didn't mean that we don't welcome beginners, just that, with all the hassle of FD, it's sometimes pretty easy to become preoccupied with other things and to give the impression of being disinterested when you're really not. We also urge all newly licensed ops to join us as well. 73, Tom N0SS At 16:08 06/13/2007, Stephen W. Kercel wrote: Tom: That depends on the club. Just last week I sent out letters to every newly (since Jan 07) licensed/upgraded ham within an hour's drive of Topsham ME inviting them to take part in the KS1R/N1TRC operation on Field Day. Given that many FD operations have GOTA operations, I expect that we are not the only ones welcoming beginners. 73, Steve At 12:33 PM 6/13/2007, Tom Hammond wrote: Hi Jason, et al: For what it's worth, and generally UNfortunately for all concerned, Field Day is probably the very WORST TIME for a new operator (to the area) to go to a radio club function and expect to be warmly received... ___ 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] Response to Oregon FD request
In a message dated 6/13/07 12:38:12 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: For what it's worth, and generally UNfortunately for all concerned, Field Day is probably the very WORST TIME for a new operator (to the area) to go to a radio club function and expect to be warmly received... Agreed. During FD, everyone is running around, trying to ensure that everything is installed (properly) and running so things can start on time... additionally, there's a lot (usually) of activity during the entire activity and well-intentioned welcomes often go out the door with trying to keep track of who's operating what and where, and how the rigs are working. I have observed three general types of FD group behavior: The first is the well-prepared group. People know what they are supposed to be doing, how to do it, and where the stuff is for them to do it. And they're busy doing it. The second is the unprepared group. People don't know what they are supposed to be doing, don't how to do it, and don't where the stuff is for them to do it - or even if they have the stuff. And they're busy trying to figure it out. The third is the observer/kibitzer group, who simply watch and sometimes offer comments. The first two groups are distracted by their activity. If you want to visit a club, do it at a regular meeting and then you'll have a lot better chance of being warmly received. And, if you're NOT... find another club. But please don't let the welcome you hoped for and didn't receive during Field Day cause you to decide that this club (whomever they happen to be) is unfriendly or closed to newcomers. The thing with FD is that you have to show up when they are doing the planning - which varies all over the place. And if one group doesn't seem welcoming, try another. If none of them are welcoming, start your own. You don't need a formal club - just a group. 73 de Jim, N2EY ** See what's free at http://www.aol.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] Response to Oregon FD request
Tom, I have no doubt that your club, and many others, do a fine job of welcoming others to your events. I did come to the conclusion that this particular club is unfriendly to newcomers because I got the same treatment at one of their regular club meetings later on. It was a very good ol' boy atmosphere at both events. What little interaction that I did have with club members convinced me that they viewed me as lower than them. Perhaps it was because I'm quite a bit younger than most of those guys and they didn't take me seriously. Or perhaps they just want to keep their socialization to their own cliques. It doesn't really matter to me, as I feel that I didn't want to be a part of a group that would treat others like that. My biggest beef is that they went through the trouble of advertising the event and stating that all were welcome, when that was clearly not the case. I understand that FD is a lot of work, and can be very hectic. However, if you don't have the resources to deal with interested outsiders, then don't ask for them to come. Jason Milldrum, NT7S = Amateur Station NT7S - http://www.nt7s.com QRPedia - http://www.qrpedia.com Tom Hammond wrote: Hi Jason, et al: For what it's worth, and generally UNfortunately for all concerned, Field Day is probably the very WORST TIME for a new operator (to the area) to go to a radio club function and expect to be warmly received... During FD, everyone is running around, trying to ensure that everything is installed (properly) and running so things can start on time... additionally, there's a lot (usually) of activity during the entire activity and well-intentioned welcomes often go out the door with trying to keep track of who's operating what and where, and how the rigs are working. If you want to visit a club, do it at a regular meeting and then you'll have a lot better chance of being warmly received. And, if you're NOT... find another club. But please don't let the welcome you hoped for and didn't receive during Field Day cause you to decide that this club (whomever they happen to be) is unfriendly or closed to newcomers. No matter how hard we might try to be hospitable during FD, it's a chore, and we often fail. BTW - The MMARC (Jefferson City MO) tries(!) to welcome all visitors, and we WELCOME CW operators... of course, we welcome all other ops as well. In fact, we have a LOT more CW ops than SSB ops... go figger. But come visit us at a Club meeting... we'll be even more friendly then. 73, Tom Hammond 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
[Elecraft] list guidelines
FYI http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_list_guidelines.htm de Doug KR2Q ___ 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] RIT and XIT
So, with XIT on, as I twiddle the RIT/XIT knob, the displayed frequency does not get updated? So after altering using XIT, I have to switch back momentarily to the RIT display to see my xmit frequency? Can someone confirm I'm reading this right... here, all along, I thought I had broken something since the display didn't update when I twiddled XIT! ___ 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] Signing /QRP
Bird-watchers list? When's LAITF? Scott N1AIA ___ 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] RIT and XIT
Derick, The frequency display during receive will not change when XIT is selected because it affects only the frequency during transmit. It is as simple as that - if you wish to observe the transmit frequency during receive, you will have to activate RIT (which is what you are doing). I find SPLIT to be more intuitive than using XIT for exactly the reasons you mention, but YMMV - I use neither RIT or XIT, but prefer SPLIT instead. 73, Don W3FPR Detrick Merz wrote: So, with XIT on, as I twiddle the RIT/XIT knob, the displayed frequency does not get updated? So after altering using XIT, I have to switch back momentarily to the RIT display to see my xmit frequency? Can someone confirm I'm reading this right... here, all along, I thought I had broken something since the display didn't update when I twiddled XIT! ___ 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] RE: K3 Noise Blanker ahead or behind roofing filter? Plus my own answer to Field Day.
I would like to thank Geoff GM4ESD, Wayne N6KR and Brett N2DTS for answering my noise blanker questions. I have decided to order a K3 and hope the noise blanker is good enough to fix my problem. I have other noises too that are not as bad as the TV so if I am lucky some of them may also be helped. I will be keeping my K2 for portable camping which I enjoy and the IC-746PRO for 2 and 6 meters. The power supply for the PRO should work well for the K3 if I install some power pole connectors. I am looking forward to working FD 1B QRP Battery as I have done for the last 6 years. That is my answer to the problem of CW operators not being popular with the local club. I usually go to a camp ground but this year I am thinking of setting up on my driveway by the street. Nothing would be used from my normal station and I think it would be fun to see how well it would work. Next year I still plan to use the K2 for camping and FD even if I have the K3. 73 and GL on FD W0CZ Ken ___ 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] K2's on field day...
W5YA will be active for the 8th consecutive year from Chama, New Mexico, at 9,000 feet altitude. We will be 1B2 QRP using K2 # 0700. If the bands die, we will be fly fishing ;-) Hope to work you. Have a great time! 72, Fred'n'Steve KT5X WD9FJL ___ 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
