[Elecraft] Logger32 support for Elecraft K2/K3
For information: the next version 3.9 of Logger32 will include support for Elecraft K2/K3 radios. -- 73 Chris, MØPSK ___ 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] K3 spot volume
Doesn't the monitor control adjust the spot volume? 73, Barry N1EU Bill Harris-2 wrote: How do we lower the SPOT volume? No help from the manual. (that I can see) BillHarris ___ 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 -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-spot-volume-tp15440419p15440637.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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] VP6DX
Hi, Just worked VP6DX 17M SSB. Sure sounded good, didn't seem to be lacking in punch to me. Regards, Mike VP8NO ___ 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] #309 first issues
Charles What band were you operating with the BCI problem? David G3UNA I got #309, factory built, into service. First contact was VP6DX barefoot. First impressions (citing problems only): -AGC does not clamp down on short duration pops/tones/blasts of toned noise. -Stepping thru all 5 filters is a pain when u just want to compare F1 to F2. -Front mic socket not compatible with any other mfg. that I can find. -sending C in cw is weird, using the internal keyer, throws my timing off. -BCI blows in as bad or worse as my IC-775dsp. So far, this appears cured with ICE BCI filter in line, but this is my big disappointment. As of my first week with my K3, if my opinion does not change over usage and time, I will not keep it and will go for the TV display of the FT-2000/9000 line of radios which also have the hi-Q extra filters (which may or may not deal with my huge BCI incursion). 73, Charles [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
Fw: [Elecraft] Re: Dayton 2008
Nor I !!! In fact I have rather early s/n K2 and K1 and have never seen nor heard either one. - Original Message - From: Dave G. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 10:48 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Re: Dayton 2008 Not So !!! On 12 Feb 2008 at 4:06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all, I think that I am the only Elecrafter left that has not seen a K3 in person. -- Dave G. '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA Two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity. But I'm not so sure about the universe. ... Albert Einstein. ___ 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] #309 first issues
First impressions (citing problems only): -AGC does not clamp down on short duration pops/tones/blasts of toned noise. Hi Charles, I believe that the AGC PLS menu setting in tech mode has an effect on how the AGC handles short duration pulses. You may want to try changing that to see if it helps. 73, John, KD8K ___ 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 problem with SSB transmit
I've noticed lately that my K2 will stop transmitting on SSB after a short period of time. It has happened before. If I turn it off and let it sit a while, it will work fine again. It seems to me that perhaps it is some kind of thermal problem. I haven't had a chance to look at it yet but, if anyone else has had this problem and knows what to look for, I would appreciate it. My K2 is the 10 watt version. CW works great with no problems. Thanks, Gary N7HTS ___ 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] interfacing K3 with Yaesu VL1000 amp??
I would like to know if anyone has yet interfaced the K3 fully with the Yaesu VL1000 (Quadra) linear amp. That is, does the 'remote' connection from the amp to the transceiver have a place to go and function appropriately (turning on xcvr when tuning the amp and internal tuner). Also, interfacing the QSK T/R info and band info from the K3 to the VL1000? I am sure the long-awaited Elecraft amps will interface correctly (and easily) but those amps are far in the future as seen from here and I already have the VL1000! It is, of course, a plug-in interface for the Mark V. No, I don't have my K3 yet. I ordered it early in November and it should take some time to get down the list to my order! -- 73 AllanK7GT ___ 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] K3 Error msg
Well...I've twisted something out of sequence. (was in the config menu before this happened) I get ERR TxF... SSB phone, any band, dummy load. Locks out the xmtr after the first key-up . I don't see it in the manual In the Error Msg. list. (page 58) Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. BillHarris ___ 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] Mic for K3
Hi All, I have access to a Kenwood MC-80 (made for the Kenwood 850). Is this compatible with the K3? Tom Brereton, W0TOM ___ 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] Mic for K3
Tom, The K3 is wired for the *now* Elecraft standard mic pinout. It happens to be *compatible* with the Kenwood pinout (except for pins 5 and 6). You should look up the pinout (and pin usage) for any microphone that you would intend to use with the K3 (or any other transceiver), and know the usage of all the pins. If it maps to the the Elecraft pinout, then it can be used, otherwise the connector plug will have to be re-wired. I can say that if any Kenwood mic does not connect anything to the Kenwood defined +5 (or +8) volt pin (pin 5), and does not connect anything to pin 6, then it will be compatible with the K3 pinout. User, know your microphone. There is information on the web - Google is your friend. The Elecraft pinout information is in the K3 manual - we cannot be expected to reliably know the details and eccentricities of every microphone out there, but I can state for certain that the Elecraft MH2, MD2, and Proset K2 will work just fine with the K3. 73, Don W3FPR THOMAS BRERETON wrote: Hi All, I have access to a Kenwood MC-80 (made for the Kenwood 850). Is this compatible with the K3? Tom Brereton, W0TOM ___ 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] KX1 - Paddle
Cliff, I do not recall seeing your query about the KX1 paddle settings, but I may have missed it, even though I do try to skim all the Elecraft reflector posts. If you look on page 65 of the KX1 owner's manual you will find the various menu entries. INP is one of them and will allow you to select HAND, PDLn, or PDLr. The PDLn or PDLr will swap the action of the dot and dash paddle entries. Similar information can be obtained on page 7 of the KXPD1 manual. I could just say RT*M, but I usually try to answer questions from builders who who overlook those bits of information in the Elecraft manuals, so I typically spend about 2 hours a day answering similar questions - and NO!, I do not get paid by Elecraft for that effort, that is a contribution that I am willing to share with other builders. This reflector is for communications between builders of Elecraft kits, but it is not the official Elecraft support mechanism - you can always email [EMAIL PROTECTED] for the 'official' answers. 73, Don W3FPR MASH wrote: Hi All: Is there is setting on the KX1 to adjust which side of the accompanying paddle is dits and which side are dahs? Alos, I have noticed this listserv is now mainly a K3 listserv. My questions and some of othes on KX1 have gone unasnwered. I ask Eric, who assured me at HamCon in Sept. 2007 that help is available on this listserv forKX1 owners, to consider setting up another listserv for K3 owners. Cliff, WW6CC ___ 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] K3 Error msg
Bill, Do you have the correct filter set for SSB transmit? - it sounds like you do not. ERR TxF means transmit filter error! The 2.7/2.8 kHz filter must be selected for SSB and CW transmit. See the menu entries on page 51 FLTX. If you placed your 2.7/2.8 filter anywhere other than the FL1 position, this menu entry must be changed from the default position of FL1. 73, Don W3FPR KXB wrote: Well...I've twisted something out of sequence. (was in the config menu before this happened) I get ERR TxF... SSB phone, any band, dummy load. Locks out the xmtr after the first key-up . I don't see it in the manual In the Error Msg. list. (page 58) Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. BillHarris ___ 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] #309 first issues
Charles, You wrote: -Front mic socket not compatible with any other mfg. that I can find. Actually, it is!.. and it is well documented.. the front panel mic connector conforms to the Kenwood pin-out. I am using a Kenwood MC-60 on my K3 (#269) with no modifications and no problems. I have found that most 'issues' that I thought I had in the first few days of operating the K3 could all be chalked up to a bit of impatience and operator 'mis-understanding'. :-) Good luck, Joe - W1AIU ___ 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: Dayton 2008
I'm yet another that's never seen one in person... Ordered one sight unseen But come on? Its an Elecraft! There's no risk! :) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dave G. Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 8:49 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Re: Dayton 2008 Not So !!! On 12 Feb 2008 at 4:06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all, I think that I am the only Elecrafter left that has not seen a K3 in person. -- Dave G. '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA Two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity. But I'm not so sure about the universe. ... Albert Einstein. ___ 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] K3 serial # 194 - KTCXO
A few days ago someone queried the stability of the KTCXO. Without software correction it is specified as 1 ppm. I have just run a 24 hour test using WWVH as the reference on 15MHz. The change was minus 2 Hz at a front panel temperature of 30C. I am not sure of the stability of WWVH but the result is excellent. Max/ZL4VV ___ 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 problem with SSB transmit
Gary, That is the classic symptom of a poor soldered (or unsoldered) connection. If you can get it to fail (and keep it in a failing state), then you can troubleshoot it, but if not, take a critical look at all the soldering on the KSB2 board and reflow anything that looks like a bad solder connection. If you see a rounded mound of solder on any connection, that is a suspect joint. A mound of solder will mask a bad connection - and the cause is usually that the solder pad did not receive adequate heat during the initial soldering process. The soldering tutorial on the Elecraft Builders Resource page has renderings of good and bad solder joints should you not be familiar with what to look for. 73, Don W3FPR Gary Krause wrote: I've noticed lately that my K2 will stop transmitting on SSB after a short period of time. It has happened before. If I turn it off and let it sit a while, it will work fine again. It seems to me that perhaps it is some kind of thermal problem. I haven't had a chance to look at it yet but, if anyone else has had this problem and knows what to look for, I would appreciate it. My K2 is the 10 watt version. CW works great with no problems. Thanks, Gary N7HTS ___ 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] K3 Convergence
I heartily agree with Bill. The K3 is uniquely positioned to ride this new wave wherever it does or doesn't go. I'd add one more development that I feel is necessary. Software that interfaces to rigs over the single RS-232 port need to learn to play with each other. Developers have to stop writing code assuming there isn't a need for other software to also simultaneously interface with the rig. Standards have to be developed and quickly adopted that will facilitate exposing the rig's entire CAT functionality to any number of programs while still preserving CAT responsiveness during fast paced contesting. 73, Barry N1EU Bill W4ZV wrote: Michael E. Dobson wrote: Interesting note on the PVRC contest club reflector regarding the K3 with the wideband IF output. Coupling it with the LP-PAN from N8LP and CW Skimmer, they expect it to be THE standard for serious SO2R contesting. The comment is that everyone should order two of them now. At roughly $3K for the radio, LP-PAN and CW Skimmer, there is nothing at any price that can beat it. Hmmm...I wrote that note on the PVRC reflector and the above is not an accurate version of what I posted. For the record, here's what I actually wrote: I'm not sure everyone comprehends the significance of several developments around the K3. Together they will allow parallel SDR-5000 class bandscope performance without sacrificing the highest performance front-end on the market. 1. The availability of the K3's wideband buffered IF output opens up some very interesting possibilities. Remember it's wideband, post-BPF and pre-roofing filter, so it can see the entire CW band when paired with an appropriate sound card (i.e. up to 192 kHz of bandwidth). This requires the $100 KXV3 option. 2. N8LP's LP-PAN for the K3 (my guess is $500 assembled, $300 kitted?): http://telepostinc.com/K3pan.html This interfaces the K3's IF output to the computer sound card and SDR software (e.g. even PowerSDR which the SDR-5000 uses). You get a quality bandscope that far exceeds even the IC-7800 in capability. See specs above. 3. VE3NEA's CW Skimmer software ($75): http://www.dxatlas.com/CwSkimmer/ This will revolutionize serious contesting when unassisted single ops have the ability to internally generate Packet spots without outside assistance. SO2R using a K3/LP-PAN/CW Skimmer can feed spots directly to the bandmap of current contest logging software, which can sort needed mults/calls and present them in a point-and-click display (just like assisted or multi-multi ops use now). This would probably not work on the same band without some other tricks but should work fine for other bands just as SO2R rigs do today. The convergence of these 3 products may set a new standard for serious contesters (and probably DXers). Add up the above prices, add $1000 for a computer/monitor and you have unbelievable performance for the money ($5k total including the K3 configured for contesting). 73, Bill W4ZV -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3--379-Arrived-tp15444836p15446306.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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] #309 first issues
Have you downloaded the latest firmware? I've been operating my K3 on CW exclusively for the past week and haven't seen the C problem. Phil - AD5X ___ 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] #309 first issues
No keyer problems here ... You list enough problem items that I wonder if something isn't wrong with somewhere. Maybe an antenna corrosion-caused diode junction creating the BC garbage ... and stray RF causing a keyer hick-up. Please keep us informed. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP K3 #56 K2 #5665 [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [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
Re: [Elecraft] K3 Convergence
I was typing fast from memory Bill so got the $$ amount wrong but you included the computer as part of the total price I believe, I did not. Did you estimate kit or factory built prices for the contest configured K3? I think a kit version of a full contest K3 can be had for just under $3k without the 2nd receiver (would that be used in SO2R?). The comment that everyone should order two was the next message after yours in the digest I was reading. I guess I am just too excited about having mine and all the good press it seems to be getting and wanted to share. 73, Mike WA3KYY At 05:56 PM 2/12/2008, you wrote: Michael E. Dobson wrote: Interesting note on the PVRC contest club reflector regarding the K3 with the wideband IF output. Coupling it with the LP-PAN from N8LP and CW Skimmer, they expect it to be THE standard for serious SO2R contesting. The comment is that everyone should order two of them now. At roughly $3K for the radio, LP-PAN and CW Skimmer, there is nothing at any price that can beat it. Hmmm...I wrote that note on the PVRC reflector and the above is not an accurate version of what I posted. For the record, here's what I actually wrote: I'm not sure everyone comprehends the significance of several developments around the K3. Together they will allow parallel SDR-5000 class bandscope performance without sacrificing the highest performance front-end on the market. 1. The availability of the K3's wideband buffered IF output opens up some very interesting possibilities. Remember it's wideband, post-BPF and pre-roofing filter, so it can see the entire CW band when paired with an appropriate sound card (i.e. up to 192 kHz of bandwidth). This requires the $100 KXV3 option. 2. N8LP's LP-PAN for the K3 (my guess is $500 assembled, $300 kitted?): http://telepostinc.com/K3pan.html This interfaces the K3's IF output to the computer sound card and SDR software (e.g. even PowerSDR which the SDR-5000 uses). You get a quality bandscope that far exceeds even the IC-7800 in capability. See specs above. 3. VE3NEA's CW Skimmer software ($75): http://www.dxatlas.com/CwSkimmer/ This will revolutionize serious contesting when unassisted single ops have the ability to internally generate Packet spots without outside assistance. SO2R using a K3/LP-PAN/CW Skimmer can feed spots directly to the bandmap of current contest logging software, which can sort needed mults/calls and present them in a point-and-click display (just like assisted or multi-multi ops use now). This would probably not work on the same band without some other tricks but should work fine for other bands just as SO2R rigs do today. The convergence of these 3 products may set a new standard for serious contesters (and probably DXers). Add up the above prices, add $1000 for a computer/monitor and you have unbelievable performance for the money ($5k total including the K3 configured for contesting). 73, Bill W4ZV -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3--379-Arrived-tp15444836p15445162.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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] #309 first issues
Re: BCI Blowby Also, Charles, it would be helpful to know what filter(s) you were using, what kind of antenna and if it was generalized or if you have one strong BC station in the neighborhood. 73 ... Craig AC0DS ww.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] K3 #379 Arrived
At 4:53 EST today the much anticipated Big Brown Truck pulled up in front of the WA3KYY QTH and dropped off K3 #379. This was a 100W kit with the KAT3, KXV3, 500Hz and 1.8KHz filters along with the stock 2.7Khz filter. All was present except the 1.8KHz filter which is on backorder. Curiously, the included K3 order form does not list the KFL3-1.8 as an option. I will need to query Lisa about that and perhaps request shipment of the 2.1Khz filter instead. On to the part count and assembly. With only having evenings, it will be a race to see if I get done by Z on the 16th for the ARRL CW DX contest. If not, K2/100 #2221 will reprise it's efforts of previous years. Interesting note on the PVRC contest club reflector regarding the K3 with the wideband IF output. Coupling it with the LP-PAN from N8LP and CW Skimmer, they expect it to be THE standard for serious SO2R contesting. The comment is that everyone should order two of them now. At roughly $3K for the radio, LP-PAN and CW Skimmer, there is nothing at any price that can beat it. Well done Elecraft! Rob Sherwood's review was just the icing on the cake. 73, Mike WA3KYY K2 #2221 K3 #379 ___ 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] #309 first issues
I got #309, factory built, into service. First contact was VP6DX barefoot. First impressions (citing problems only): -AGC does not clamp down on short duration pops/tones/blasts of toned noise. -Stepping thru all 5 filters is a pain when u just want to compare F1 to F2. -Front mic socket not compatible with any other mfg. that I can find. -sending C in cw is weird, using the internal keyer, throws my timing off. -BCI blows in as bad or worse as my IC-775dsp. So far, this appears cured with ICE BCI filter in line, but this is my big disappointment. As of my first week with my K3, if my opinion does not change over usage and time, I will not keep it and will go for the TV display of the FT-2000/9000 line of radios which also have the hi-Q extra filters (which may or may not deal with my huge BCI incursion). 73, Charles [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
RE: [Elecraft] Mic for K3
The MH-80 is a powered microphone. It uses either a battery or power from Pin 5 to bias the electret mic and operate an internal preamplifier. Preamplifier output level by a pot at the output with no DC blocking capacitor. I would be very wary of using the MH-80 with the K3 unless the mic cable were rewired and a blocking capacitor was put in line with the wiper of the output level control. The web site: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rg4wpw/date.html is an excellent source of information on radio microphone connections and information/schematics of most OEM microphones. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2008 12:25 AM To: THOMAS BRERETON Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Mic for K3 Tom, The K3 is wired for the *now* Elecraft standard mic pinout. It happens to be *compatible* with the Kenwood pinout (except for pins 5 and 6). You should look up the pinout (and pin usage) for any microphone that you would intend to use with the K3 (or any other transceiver), and know the usage of all the pins. If it maps to the the Elecraft pinout, then it can be used, otherwise the connector plug will have to be re-wired. I can say that if any Kenwood mic does not connect anything to the Kenwood defined +5 (or +8) volt pin (pin 5), and does not connect anything to pin 6, then it will be compatible with the K3 pinout. User, know your microphone. There is information on the web - Google is your friend. The Elecraft pinout information is in the K3 manual - we cannot be expected to reliably know the details and eccentricities of every microphone out there, but I can state for certain that the Elecraft MH2, MD2, and Proset K2 will work just fine with the K3. 73, Don W3FPR THOMAS BRERETON wrote: Hi All, I have access to a Kenwood MC-80 (made for the Kenwood 850). Is this compatible with the K3? Tom Brereton, W0TOM ___ 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] Amplifier Keying Circuit
I'm considering buying a K-2 with the N0SS amplifier keying circuit already installed. I will not be running an amp but do plan on installing the SSB board, internal antenna tuner, and battery. Will the amp keying mod physically interfere with my planned installations? Thanks Joe, AA0Q ___ 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] K3/100 #384 has arrived!
UPS just delivered my K3/100 kit. So far, I have unpacked the big brown box and removed the four smaller boxes. Next, I plan to read the manual. My goal is to have everything working in time for this weekend's ARRL CW contest. For those keeping track, the serial number on one of the boxes is 000384, and I put in my order on May 29th. My heartfelt thanks to Wayne and Eric and everyone else at Elecraft who worked so hard to make the K3 happen. I know I will enjoy this radio like no other. 73, John, W2GW ___ 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] IGNORE - Testing new ISP
Rose Kopp - N7HKW [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [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
Re: [Elecraft] K3 if isolation of softrock lite used as panadapter
Thanks, Jack I just recently realized that many people assume that one sets the softrock center freq to the center of the IF passband. This would require MUCH isolation to keep the LO under control. This is NOT how I would recommend it be used. I would set the softrock's oscillator below the IF passband, outside the area passed by the roofing filter. Since all I ever use in my panadaptor with either my 756PRO3 or SDR-1000 or sofrtock 40 is about +/- 12 KHz anyway, I will be quite happy setting the LO to 12 KHz below the IF center, and let the SR panadaptor display the K3 tuned freq +/- 12 KHz. With this design, isolation problems may be simplified. Also, there is no need for a premium soundcard. I hope that, with the LO well outside the IF passband, we will need considerably less isolation. I actually have a premium soundcard available, so I can move the LO even farther away if that helps. But I won't know for sure until mine comes in and I warm up the soldering iron. Jerry W4UK At 06:14 AM 2/12/2008, you wrote: Jerry: You might first wish to measure the reverse isolation of a MMIC before you make that statement. While they are great devices, isolation is not their strong suit. The Gali74, which I use for a variety of purposes, has an isolation of around 28 dB at the K2's IF frequency. The gain is 25 dB, so if you pad the output for unity gain, you are around 53 dB. With a Softrock's typical -40 dBm LO leakage, that strikes me a bit on the marginal side. Jack K8ZOA Jerry Flanders wrote: I assume a simple MMIC amp plus a simple resistive attenuator circuit will provide enough isolation and also provide for matching levels up/down as may be necessary. At least, that will be my first cut at the problem unless somebody else comes up with a better plan before my K3 arrives. At down east microwave ( http://www.downeastmicrowave.com/cat-frame.htm ), see the http://literature.agilent.com/litweb/pdf/5967-6159E.pdfINA10386 (DC-2GHz, 24dBG, 3.5dB NF +14dbm 1dB Gain compression ) for only $5. Very easy to use something like this, I think. Depending on the signal level of the K3 IF output, we might get enough isolation from a resistive attenuator alone and still have a usable signal level on the softrock panadaptor. I would much prefer a plug and play manufactured solution if it takes more than an attenuator, but not an expensive one. Jerry W4UK At 07:29 PM 2/11/2008, stephen pearce wrote: A month or so ago one of the Elecraft engineers pointed out that if the softrock lite rx is connected directly to the if port on the k3 there was a significant issue with coupling of rf from the softrock board into the rx if of the k# with consequent degradation in rx performance ... Has anyone produced a design for a suitable isolation amplifier/ coupling stage which will prevent this and still allow the softrock to be used (in conjunction with a pc) as a panadapter? Thanks -- Stephen Pearce zl1any Whangarei ___ 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
[Elecraft] K3 spot volume
How do we lower the SPOT volume? No help from the manual. (that I can see) BillHarris ___ 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] KX1 - Paddle
I've seen many people get help on here amongst the K3 info on their other radios. I've personally helped a few with K1 problems and I've seen quite a bit of info going back and forth about the K2. I don't have a KX1 so I don't really have an answer for you but just because your question doesn't get an immediate answer doesn't mean you're being ignored. It may not be possible or people just flat out don't know... I really don't see the need for separate lists. It's just that in Elecraft land the K3 is the most interesting topic to people. Give it time It'll change! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of MASH Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 5:24 PM To: Elecraft - Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] KX1 - Paddle Hi All: Is there is setting on the KX1 to adjust which side of the accompanying paddle is dits and which side are dahs? Alos, I have noticed this listserv is now mainly a K3 listserv. My questions and some of othes on KX1 have gone unasnwered. I ask Eric, who assured me at HamCon in Sept. 2007 that help is available on this listserv forKX1 owners, to consider setting up another listserv for K3 owners. Cliff, WW6CC -- MASH [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Accessible with your email software or over the web ___ 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] KX1 - Paddle
Hi All: Is there is setting on the KX1 to adjust which side of the accompanying paddle is dits and which side are dahs? Alos, I have noticed this listserv is now mainly a K3 listserv. My questions and some of othes on KX1 have gone unasnwered. I ask Eric, who assured me at HamCon in Sept. 2007 that help is available on this listserv forKX1 owners, to consider setting up another listserv for K3 owners. Cliff, WW6CC -- MASH [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Accessible with your email software or over the web ___ 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 8R/keyline-RF Timing Questions
I read on this forum that there is about 15 milliseconds delay between the transition of the 8R line from receive to transmit (and hence of the key out lines in the KPA100 and K60XV) and the beginning of RF output. I have a couple of questions with respect to this delay: (1) Does this apply on both CW and SSB ? (2) What happens on the transmit-to-receive transition ? Does RF cease before or at the same time as the 8R line or is there a similar delay ? Just pondering how to interface various non-elecraft transverterscan anyone advise ? 73, Steve VE3SMA Be smarter than spam. See how smart SpamGuard is at giving junk email the boot with the All-new Yahoo! Mail. Click on Options in Mail and switch to New Mail today or register for free at http://mail.yahoo.ca ___ 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] K3 Convergence
Michael E. Dobson wrote: Interesting note on the PVRC contest club reflector regarding the K3 with the wideband IF output. Coupling it with the LP-PAN from N8LP and CW Skimmer, they expect it to be THE standard for serious SO2R contesting. The comment is that everyone should order two of them now. At roughly $3K for the radio, LP-PAN and CW Skimmer, there is nothing at any price that can beat it. Hmmm...I wrote that note on the PVRC reflector and the above is not an accurate version of what I posted. For the record, here's what I actually wrote: I'm not sure everyone comprehends the significance of several developments around the K3. Together they will allow parallel SDR-5000 class bandscope performance without sacrificing the highest performance front-end on the market. 1. The availability of the K3's wideband buffered IF output opens up some very interesting possibilities. Remember it's wideband, post-BPF and pre-roofing filter, so it can see the entire CW band when paired with an appropriate sound card (i.e. up to 192 kHz of bandwidth). This requires the $100 KXV3 option. 2. N8LP's LP-PAN for the K3 (my guess is $500 assembled, $300 kitted?): http://telepostinc.com/K3pan.html This interfaces the K3's IF output to the computer sound card and SDR software (e.g. even PowerSDR which the SDR-5000 uses). You get a quality bandscope that far exceeds even the IC-7800 in capability. See specs above. 3. VE3NEA's CW Skimmer software ($75): http://www.dxatlas.com/CwSkimmer/ This will revolutionize serious contesting when unassisted single ops have the ability to internally generate Packet spots without outside assistance. SO2R using a K3/LP-PAN/CW Skimmer can feed spots directly to the bandmap of current contest logging software, which can sort needed mults/calls and present them in a point-and-click display (just like assisted or multi-multi ops use now). This would probably not work on the same band without some other tricks but should work fine for other bands just as SO2R rigs do today. The convergence of these 3 products may set a new standard for serious contesters (and probably DXers). Add up the above prices, add $1000 for a computer/monitor and you have unbelievable performance for the money ($5k total including the K3 configured for contesting). 73, Bill W4ZV -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3--379-Arrived-tp15444836p15445162.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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: L17 value (error in manual?)
Hello Daniel: You should use 21 turns for L17 as specified in the manual. The inductance formulas and charts are approximations based on typical samples of the toroid material. You can expect some variation in the actual value, such as what you note with the charts in link saying to us 22 turns instead of 21 turns for L17 (2.50μH). Similarly, trying to measure the inductance will lead to variations based on the calibration of the inductance meter at the specific value being measured. The circuits were designed and tested with the numbers of turns and core types specified. Part of the design is to provide optimal performance over the range of inductances you'll find with various core samples, as long as you use the type of core specified, the correct wire and the correct number of turns positioned as shown in the illustrations! That's why there's a note on page 54 that says: In the following steps you'll install several toroidal inductors. Use the number of turns indicated. Do not attempt to alter the turns to match inductances specified in the parts list. Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Hi, L17 is one of the toroids in the 80 low pass filters. It is a T44-2 with 21 turns (p 70 in the manual). This will have 2.26 uH, at least if WA8MCQ is right (see http://www.retards.org/library/technology/electronics/toroids/toroidcharts_m cq.htm ). But on page 5 of Appendix A, L17 is listed as 2.50 uH (part no E680012). Is that a typo? Or is that correct, and L17 needs 22 turns, which would make 2.52 uH? 73 Daniel M0ERA K3 #4271 -- Daniel, M0ERA, Oxted, Surrey ___ 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: Dayton 2008
Not So !!! On 12 Feb 2008 at 4:06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all, I think that I am the only Elecrafter left that has not seen a K3 in person. -- Dave G. '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA Two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity. But I'm not so sure about the universe. ... Albert Einstein. ___ 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] KX1 - Paddle
Yes, see page 65 of the KX1 owners's manual - it's the INP menu entry which allows the selection of hand key and normal or reversed paddles. Bob NW8L On Feb 12, 2008 6:24 PM, MASH [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi All: Is there is setting on the KX1 to adjust which side of the accompanying paddle is dits and which side are dahs? Alos, I have noticed this listserv is now mainly a K3 listserv. My questions and some of othes on KX1 have gone unasnwered. I ask Eric, who assured me at HamCon in Sept. 2007 that help is available on this listserv forKX1 owners, to consider setting up another listserv for K3 owners. Cliff, WW6CC -- MASH [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Accessible with your email software or over the web ___ 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] RE: Mic for K3 (was #309 first issues)
On Tue 12 Feb 2008 22:42:18 EST Joe Stofko (W1AIU) wrote ... -Front mic socket not compatible with any other mfg. that I can find. Actually, it is!.. and it is well documented.. the front panel mic connector conforms to the Kenwood pin-out. I am using a Kenwood MC-60 on my K3 (#269) with no modifications and no problems. -- As Don has already stated the Kenwood standard wants power (+5V ~ +8V) on pin-5, whereas the K3 Elecraft standard has FUNC on pin-5 and what Elecraft calls bias on pin-6. See http://elecraft.com/K3/K3FAQ.1.jpg for the K3 pin-out and http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rg4wpw/kwood.jpg for the Kenwood pin-out. If this http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rg4wpw/kwoodcompat.pdf partial Kenwood microphone compatibility table is correct, one can rule out plug- compatible interoperability of many Kenwood mics with the K3, based solely on the fact that they have an Electret element. From the available information, it appears that your MC-60 and just two other Kenwood mics (the MC-42 and MC-43) are the only 8-pin round connector models that will work with the K3 without some sort of adaptor to swap pins 5 and 6. My conclusions are based on available information. There may be addi- tional Kenwood mics that will simply plug in and work properly with the K3. 73, Gary KI4GGX K3 S/N TBD P.S. I don't see this issue as a good reason to sell the K3! ___ 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] Mic for K3
Hi Charles, We have been using this pin out for microphones on our rigs since we introduced the K2 nine years ago. It is 100% compatible with Kenwood dynamic microphones in addition to ours. It was picked so there would be a wide range of existing mics you could use right when we introduced the K2. We just continued it on the K3 to maintain compatibility with our prior microphones etc. I personally have Kenwood hand mics from my TS-950, VHF mobile rigs and a MC-60 desk mic that work well with the K2 and K3. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ Charles Harpole wrote: K3 withYet ANOTHER non-standard mic pin-out. Now ham radio has at least 4, and with Ten Tec, maybe a fifth. Then there was the TR-3/4 which took a SMALLER 1/4 phone plug like Collins; and the old 4 pin plug, too... ENOUGH !! ___ 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] K3 - programming 60M
Is there a way to store 60M channels like in the K2? Right now I have them programmed in memory locations 00-04. To change channels I need to enter MV, pick a channel then hit MV again. Is there a way like the K2 where when I hit the band switch to 60M I use VFO A to turn to the different channels? Maybe I am missing something? Tnx N2TK, Tony #311 ___ 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] Mic for K3
I have used a Kenwood MC-43S microphone with my K3 from day one. The microphone is 100% compatible with the K3 and gets excellent audio reports, it's also one of the cheapest fist microphones on the market. It also works just fine with my K2. Elecraft offer their own microphone too. I don't know what the issue about non standard is all about... It's not a problem. 73 Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80 ___ 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] K1: Strange RIT behavior
-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 The version showed as 109. The PFn menu item was set to the ATU. I never set up the PFn to anything. After reseting the PFn to nb (which I don't have installed) the RIT turns on when the menu is ATU Out. So, problem solved. Thanks, Brett. Still strange that the PFn was set w/o my intervention. -- MGFoster:::mgf00 at earthlink decimal-point net Oakland, CA (USA) KI6OFN -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: PGP for Personal Privacy 5.0 Charset: noconv iQA/AwUBR7KNyIechKqOuFEgEQIWMwCfRjenBA60PEOQI7IzV854XY+UZLkAniIJ ZAIU6lSbNfoZoCkV90Dir+Uc =ZeFC -END PGP SIGNATURE- Brett Howard wrote: When I set my tuner to out I have no problems turning on RIT. Are you sre you aren't selecting OUT for PFn and are holding the RIT/XIT(PFn) button to get to the OUT menu element? What is your PFn menu item set to? When you hold the RIT button what do you get? Also what firmware revision are you running? Hold down band/display when powering up the unit. When its up the ATTN light will be lit. When you release the button it will display the firmware rev for a bit. On Mon, 2008-02-11 at 12:57 -0800, MGFoster wrote: -BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 While operating on 40 meters I tried to turn on RIT - instead of turning on, the menu displayed the Out menu item. I had the Attenuator on, so I turned that off, yet still the Out appeared on the menu when I tried to turn on RIT. Later, by experimentation, I discovered that when the ATU's sub-menu Out is selected the RIT won't turn on. If some other menu item is selected the RIT will turn on. Is this a feature, or have I crossed wires somewhere? Thanks, ___ 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] UNPCBs
... Yep, I ordered mine in Sept. :-) -Original Message- David Ferrington, M0XDF Ah - you need a K3 then :-) On 12/2/08 15:31, Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: I'm one of those who wish they had NOT done it that but instead built the K2 from the start to be fully plug play. ___ 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 Order
Hello, Excellent service!! Ordered a K2 yesterday, it is scheduled for delivery tomorrow (Wednesday). The reputation of Elecraft offering a great product with the best service certainly seems true. Best, DW Holtman ___ 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] #309 first issues
I have no particular issues to speak of with my K3 and I'm one of the grumpiest people around! The only real show stopper I had was discovering the K3 wouldn't switch fast enough for Amtor, much to their credit Wayne and Lyle pretty much stopped everything else for several days to solve the problem... From initial report to having a much faster switching K3 took little more than a week, you can't ask for more than that. 73 Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80 used on CW (with internal keyer), RTTY/MFSK/Olivia/PSK31/Amtor/Pactor (ARQ via a KAM Plus) and SSB. ___ 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] Transverter Setup anad ERR PL2
Roger, Check the KRX3 menu item in CONFIG and see if you may have turned that on somehow. PL2 would be for the sub receiver. Set the menu item to NOT INSTALLED. Transverter instructions are on page 36 of the operating manual. - 73, Greg - AB7R Whidbey Island WA NA-065 K3#0009 On Tue Feb 12 7:37 , RCStimson sent: While trying to set up my K3's low level output for use with my Elecraft 144 MHz Transverter, I have inadvertently screwed up my K3 system. Now I am getting the ERR PL2 message. How did I do that? So, I need two things: First, how do I correct this error? That is, what are the specific steps? The manual isn't clear on this subject. Second, I need the specific steps I must take to correctly set up the K3's transverter output and input ports for use with the transverter. Roger K8RS ___ 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] UNPCBs
Ah - you need a K3 then :-) On 12/2/08 15:31, Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: I'm one of those who wish they had NOT done it that but instead built the K2 from the start to be fully plug play. -- It came to me that reform should begin at home, and since that day I have not had time to remake the world. -Will Durant, historian (1885-1981) ___ 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] Transverter Setup anad ERR PL2
While trying to set up my K3's low level output for use with my Elecraft 144 MHz Transverter, I have inadvertently screwed up my K3 system. Now I am getting the ERR PL2 message. How did I do that? So, I need two things: First, how do I correct this error? That is, what are the specific steps? The manual isn't clear on this subject. Second, I need the specific steps I must take to correctly set up the K3's transverter output and input ports for use with the transverter. Roger K8RS ___ 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] UNPCBs
DW Holtman wrote: I have ordered every option that I will ever want along with a Elecraft Mic, why would I want to pay for UNPCBS? You wouldn't. The benefit of the unpcbs such is that you can eliminate rework when adding options. Folks like me can start with a basic K2 with the rework eliminators and then add options later without having to do any rework on the K2 boards. Some value this approach, others scoff at it. In your case, if you have all the options you'll ever want, won't be making any changes and never plan to sell the K2, then you can ignore the UNPCBS. If you want to try different options, or may some day sell the K2, then the UNPCBS / Rework Eliminators are nice to have. Elecraft built the K2 to be inexpensive and leaving out a handful of parts apparently was a small part of that plan. I'm one of those who wish they had NOT done it that but instead built the K2 from the start to be fully plug play. I want the freedom to just plug in an option without having to make mods to the base unit, and then to later unplug it and return to the stock radio. UNPCBS Rework Eliminators (whatever they're called these days) have allowed my K2 to be just that. Should companies be able to mine information such as who ordered what from this forum and send E-Mails for selling their goods? You make it sound as if some robot is scanning the list for a bunch of e-mail addresses and then mass spamming us. I don't think that's the case. These products do not benefit you once your K2 is built so the time to consider them is at the start. Gary is part of the list and will let people know about his product at the appropriate time. - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 Wave 3 - ___ 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] UNPCBs
Tue 12 Feb 2008 09:50:45 EST DW Holtman (WB7SSSN) wrote ... Are these really necessary? Didn't Elecraft make the K2 to where additional parts are really not necessary? I have ordered every option that I will ever want along with a Elecraft Mic, why would I want to pay for UNPCBS? Should companies be able to mine information such as who ordered what from this forum and send E-Mails for selling their goods? I understand that this is parts for K2. Maybe this is alright and I'm all wet. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. -- No, unpcbs are not really necessary. (If they were, then as you point out, Elecraft would include them with the K2.) However, they are really convenient. As is our rework-free K2 assembly method and our K2 internal mic adaptor. Since Elecraft chooses not to include a flier describing our products with the K2, replying to Reflector posts like yours is the best way for us to make K2 owners aware of our products before they begin assembly. FYI, there are many K2 owners who did not have the benefit of learning about our products until they had already built their K2s. My off Reflector emails to you were intended solely to give you the opportunity to choose for yourself whether to take advantage of our products. If you visit our Frequently Asked Questions page and the eHam Reviews, you'll find comments from many delighted users of our products (including many posts in the Reflector archives). 73, Gary KI4GGX (unpcbs.com webmaster) ___ 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] UNPCBs
At 09:50 AM 2/12/2008, DW Holtman wrote... Should companies be able to mine information such as who ordered what from this forum and send E-Mails for selling their goods? I understand that this is parts for K2. Maybe this is alright and I'm all wet. If you received spam from a list subscriber who obviously got your address from this list, IMHO they should be removed/banned from the list. Whether they are a list subscriber or not, you should report them to their ISP, they are no doubt in violation of their TOS/AUP. ___ 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] Dayton 2008
I will also be at Dayton with my K3, demoing my panadapter, booth #517. 73, Larry N8LP www.telepostinc.com Message: 18 Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:54:41 -0500 From: Richard Kent [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Elecraft] Dayton 2008 To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii I realize that this question will irritate a few folks waiting on their K3s. I will apologize in advance. I was wondering if Elecraft is planning to be at Dayton Hamvention. I have not been to Dayton this century and was looking for excuses to go. After all, I think that I am the only Elecrafter left that has not seen a K3 in person. Richard Kent WD8AJG K2 5296, K2 5996(almost) ___ 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] UNPCBs
Hello, Are these really necessary? Didn't Elecraft make the K2 to where additional parts are really not necessary? I have ordered every option that I will ever want along with a Elecraft Mic, why would I want to pay for UNPCBS? Should companies be able to mine information such as who ordered what from this forum and send E-Mails for selling their goods? I understand that this is parts for K2. Maybe this is alright and I'm all wet. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Best, DW Holtman WB7SSSN ___ 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] K3 if isolation of softrock lite used as panadapter
I have not found that to be the case. I tried a number of MMICs and found them lacking in the kind of reverse isolation needed for this job. I use the same device in my LP-PAN panadapter as K8ZOA uses in his Z1 buffer. I am seeing 100dB isolation of the LO signal from my panadapter, which uses a mixer that is roughly similar to the SoftRock. Since my IF is at 8215 kHz, any LO leakage would be seen at the center of the panadapter display. In my case, the leakage signal is below the noise floor. With a SoftRock, the leakage signal would appear 23 kHz away from the K3 IF. I wouldn't use a SoftRock without a buffer, and if I did, I would sure make sure it was disabled during xmit. For reference, I measured LO leakage of a SoftRock on the order of -40dBm, which translates to over S9+30dB. It was also mentioned about filtering the stuff coming out of the K3 IF port. In my testing, I have found that additional bandpass filtering between the K3 IF and buffer are definitely required to avoid spurious mixing products between signals in the K3 BPF passbands and the internal signals coming out the essentially unfiltered K3 IF port (mostly LO and its harmonics). This is especially the case on 40m where a lot of strong signals can appear in the passband. I have found a 4th order bandpass filter to be acceptable for this task. 73, Larry N8LP Message: 48 Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 23:46:27 -0500 From: Jerry Flanders [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 if isolation of softrock lite used as panadapter To: stephen pearce [EMAIL PROTECTED], Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed I assume a simple MMIC amp plus a simple resistive attenuator circuit will provide enough isolation and also provide for matching levels up/down as may be necessary. At least, that will be my first cut at the problem unless somebody else comes up with a better plan before my K3 arrives. At down east microwave ( http://www.downeastmicrowave.com/cat-frame.htm ), see the http://literature.agilent.com/litweb/pdf/5967-6159E.pdfINA10386 (DC-2GHz, 24dBG, 3.5dB NF +14dbm 1dB Gain compression ) for only $5. Very easy to use something like this, I think. Depending on the signal level of the K3 IF output, we might get enough isolation from a resistive attenuator alone and still have a usable signal level on the softrock panadaptor. I would much prefer a plug and play manufactured solution if it takes more than an attenuator, but not an expensive one. Jerry W4UK ___ 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] #309 first issues 2
BCI on 3 antennas and at least 4 bands. could be stray RF, yes. TNX 73Charles [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] #309 first issues Date: Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:31:02 + No keyer problems here ... You list enough problem items that I wonder if something isn't wrong with somewhere. Maybe an antenna corrosion-caused diode junction creating the BC garbage ... and stray RF causing a keyer hick-up. Please keep us informed. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP K3 #56 K2 #5665 [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [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 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] UNPCBs
Don raises a very good point here: The idea is that the base K2 should be tested before any changes for options are made. Doing the rework eliminators departs from this recommendation. Gary crew publish a very complete set of instructions for how to modify your K2 manual prior to building the K2. I followed Gary's edits to a T and my K2, complete with a full set of rework eliminators, went together just fine. BUT, if you're a bit lazy and don't do the manual update PRIOR to building. If you try to jump between the 2 manuals in real time as you build, if you screw something up, then you have a modified K2 that isn't working and that is tougher to debug than a stock K2. - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 Wave 3 - ___ 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] UNPCBs
Hello DW, There are a few people who are making things for the K2 that are not provided by Elecraft that provide additional capabilities and convenience - these are individuals, like Gary Hvizdak, Don Wilhelm, Mike Phipps and Jack Smith, who don't sell a lot of their products and don't make any significant profit from them either. You'll see them post information about their products to the reflector, and occasionally, as in Gary's case, send e-mail directly to someone who has just ordered a K2 and not burden the entire list. My K2 was built with Gary's UNPCBs, and now includes Don's fixed audio output board (which he no longer as available but may be picked up by Tom Hammond, N0SS), and which, among other things, I use to drive Jack Smith's Z100 tuning indicator. There are obviously differing opinions about the usefulness of the UNPCBs. Don Wilhelm, who is a very experienced builder (and an invaluable resource to all of us - he's helped me solve a number of problems with my K2), has no problems removing and replacing components - but some of us do. Even if you've ordered all of the K2 options you're ever likely to install, you still need to build the basic K2 first and calibrate and test it before adding the options. That means removing and replacing components. I built by K2 with the UNPCBs several years ago and then added options one at a time over the last few years. For me, adding options were then really just plug-and-play, and I avoided the dreaded unsoldering and replacing components. The UNPCBs had another advantage when my K2 developed a problem that required the removal of several of the options to trace down - all I had to do was plug the UNPCBs back in, in place of the removed options. Without them, I would have had to again unsolder, remove and replace some components. Don does raise a good point with the UNPCBs in that installing the K60XV UNPCB may cause calibration problems (if I did, I wasn't aware of it and my K2 seemed to work fine). But there appear to be no issues with the remaining UNPCBs. Bob W1SRB -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of DW Holtman Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:51 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] UNPCBs Hello, Are these really necessary? Didn't Elecraft make the K2 to where additional parts are really not necessary? I have ordered every option that I will ever want along with a Elecraft Mic, why would I want to pay for UNPCBS? Should companies be able to mine information such as who ordered what from this forum and send E-Mails for selling their goods? I understand that this is parts for K2. Maybe this is alright and I'm all wet. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Best, DW Holtman WB7SSSN ___ 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] Transverter Setup anad ERR PL2
Hi Roger Now I am getting the ERR PL2 message. I would guess, you might, in the firmware, have turned on the secondary receiver, which you won't have, because they are not being shipped yet. * The following is from page 44 of the Owners Manual: Option Module Enables K3 options can be installed at any time, in any order. Once an option has been installed, use the associated CONFIG menu entry to enable it (see list below). Then turn the K3 off and turn it back on. This allows the K3 to find and test the module. ? KAT3 ATU module: set KAT3 to BYP. ? KBPF3 general-coverage band-pass filter module: set KBPF3 to NOR (if you?re installing a KBPF3 on the sub receiver, tap SUB while in the menu entry). ? KXV3 RF I/O module: set KXV3 to NOR. ? KRX3 sub receiver: set KRX3 to NOR-ANTx where x is your selected wiring for the sub receiver?s auxiliary antenna (1 = unused KAT3 ATU antenna, 2 = AUX RF jack, 3 = AUX RF in parallel with the RX ANT IN jack on the KXV3). For details on sub receiver antenna sources, see pg. 22. You may also need to set up crystal filters for the sub receiver. ? KDVR3 digital voice recorder: set KDVR3 to NOR. ? KPA3 amplifier module: set the PA MODE menu entry to PA NOR. See menu entry listings for information on PA and PAIO test settings. * I hope this helps, vy 73 de toby ___ 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] WinLog32 Logger
I can report that WinLog32 supports the K3 fine (it thinks a K2 is connected, but that is no problem!) 73 Geoff G3XGC ___ 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] K3 if isolation of softrock lite used as panadapter
The Softrock receiver I received came with a common 32768 crystal, giving a LO of 8192, far out of the passband of the roofing filter. I wonder if that won't help a bit. Dave W5DHM ___ 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] K3 Sidetone Volume
I now have firmware V. 1.66 loaded in my K3. I notice that it still only provides a sidetone volume from 0 to 40, whereas it initially would go higher (up to 60), both numerically and in actuality. I commented on this some time back, after the firmware was changed and the attainable volume was lowered. I know many feel that it is sufficient as currently provided. When I use headphones, the currently offered range is probably sufficient. Using the internal speaker though, I have to run it up near the top. However, I preferred the range as previously provided, particularly when you are driving a larger external speaker. I've tried several larger external speakers, and on most of them the sidetone is pretty anemic as currently provided. I know several others who feel as I do. Is this ever going to be returned to the original range? Why was it changed? Was it creating some other problem as originally configured? If not, I think it should be returned to the original attainable level. If you don't need that much, you don't have to use it. But some folks do prefer the higher level option. I'd sure like to see it get on the list for updating. Dave W7AQK ___ 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] K3: CW Sidetone on line out
When recording through the Line Out, I find that the CW sidetone is not present. As far as I know, this was on the list of features to be implemented. But has it been implemented? The other day, I tried recording. As I looked at the audio waveforms, I noticed that indeed the sidetone was present. But, today, I tried recording again, same audio setup, and no sidetone. The only difference is in settings that I may have unknowingly changed on the K3. Was I imagining the first situation and there still is no sidetone available on Line Out? Or is there and I just changed something on the radio? ___ 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] Logger32 support for Elecraft K2/K3
My K3 works very well with the current version (3.8.0) Chris. The K2 I had in 2006 worked well also with whatever the version was then. I wonder what will be changed? Chris G3SJJ Chris Gibson wrote: For information: the next version 3.9 of Logger32 will include support for Elecraft K2/K3 radios. ___ 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] K3 if isolation of softrock lite used as panadapter
Jerry: You might first wish to measure the reverse isolation of a MMIC before you make that statement. While they are great devices, isolation is not their strong suit. The Gali74, which I use for a variety of purposes, has an isolation of around 28 dB at the K2's IF frequency. The gain is 25 dB, so if you pad the output for unity gain, you are around 53 dB. With a Softrock's typical -40 dBm LO leakage, that strikes me a bit on the marginal side. Jack K8ZOA Jerry Flanders wrote: I assume a simple MMIC amp plus a simple resistive attenuator circuit will provide enough isolation and also provide for matching levels up/down as may be necessary. At least, that will be my first cut at the problem unless somebody else comes up with a better plan before my K3 arrives. At down east microwave ( http://www.downeastmicrowave.com/cat-frame.htm ), see the http://literature.agilent.com/litweb/pdf/5967-6159E.pdfINA10386 (DC-2GHz, 24dBG, 3.5dB NF +14dbm 1dB Gain compression ) for only $5. Very easy to use something like this, I think. Depending on the signal level of the K3 IF output, we might get enough isolation from a resistive attenuator alone and still have a usable signal level on the softrock panadaptor. I would much prefer a plug and play manufactured solution if it takes more than an attenuator, but not an expensive one. Jerry W4UK At 07:29 PM 2/11/2008, stephen pearce wrote: A month or so ago one of the Elecraft engineers pointed out that if the softrock lite rx is connected directly to the if port on the k3 there was a significant issue with coupling of rf from the softrock board into the rx if of the k# with consequent degradation in rx performance ... Has anyone produced a design for a suitable isolation amplifier/ coupling stage which will prevent this and still allow the softrock to be used (in conjunction with a pc) as a panadapter? Thanks -- Stephen Pearce zl1any Whangarei ___ 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
[Elecraft] K2: L17 value (error in manual?)
Hi, L17 is one of the toroids in the 80 low pass filters. It is a T44-2 with 21 turns (p 70 in the manual). This will have 2.26 uH, at least if WA8MCQ is right (see http://www.retards.org/library/technology/electronics/toroids/toroidcharts_mcq.htm ). But on page 5 of Appendix A, L17 is listed as 2.50 uH (part no E680012). Is that a typo? Or is that correct, and L17 needs 22 turns, which would make 2.52 uH? 73 Daniel M0ERA K3 #4271 -- Daniel, M0ERA, Oxted, Surrey ___ 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] K3 Sidetone Volume
It is on the list Dave. But please don't expect every request to show up in the very next firmware release. It's just not possible. The MON level was cut back some for a reason. Once that issue is sorted out, I believe Wayne will kick it back up again. - 73, Greg - AB7R Whidbey Island WA NA-065 K3#0009 On Tue Feb 12 4:31 , T. David Yarnes sent: I now have firmware V. 1.66 loaded in my K3. I notice that it still only provides a sidetone volume from 0 to 40, whereas it initially would go higher (up to 60), both numerically and in actuality. I commented on this some time back, after the firmware was changed and the attainable volume was lowered. I know many feel that it is sufficient as currently provided. When I use headphones, the currently offered range is probably sufficient. Using the internal speaker though, I have to run it up near the top. However, I preferred the range as previously provided, particularly when you are driving a larger external speaker. I've tried several larger external speakers, and on most of them the sidetone is pretty anemic as currently provided. I know several others who feel as I do. Is this ever going to be returned to the original range? Why was it changed? Was it creating some other problem as originally configured? If not, I think it should be returned to the original attainable level. If you don't need that much, you don't have to use it. But some folks do prefer the higher level option. I'd sure like to see it get on the list for updating. Dave W7AQK ___ 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] K3 Sidetone Volume
Greg, Nope! No problem. Just wanted to make sure it was on the list. I couldn't remember if there was any indication previously that it would be returned to the original level (more or less). I have no clue how involved it is to make these changes either, but I wasn't trying to push it for any immediate action. I know there are lots of higher priorities. Thanks for the reply and info. Dave W7AQK - Original Message - From: Greg - AB7R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Elecraft Reflector' elecraft@mailman.qth.net; 'T . David Yarnes' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 8:11 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sidetone Volume It is on the list Dave. But please don't expect every request to show up in the very next firmware release. It's just not possible. The MON level was cut back some for a reason. Once that issue is sorted out, I believe Wayne will kick it back up again. - 73, Greg - AB7R Whidbey Island WA NA-065 K3#0009 ___ 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] UNPCBs
Hello, After reading this informative and well thought out letter (see below), I have a better understanding on the situation. The people mentioned in the letter has been helping the Elecraft community for years, I'm new and should not be so skeptical about what is going on until I have a better understanding of the situation. I'm going to order what I need in the way of UNPCBs. It should help adding the 100 watt unit etc, after the basic testing has been done with the basic K2 unit. Thank to everyone for all of the inputs. Best, DW Holtman WB7SSN - Original Message - From: Solosko, Robert B (Bob) [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: DW Holtman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:19 AM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] UNPCBs Hello DW, There are a few people who are making things for the K2 that are not provided by Elecraft that provide additional capabilities and convenience - these are individuals, like Gary Hvizdak, Don Wilhelm, Mike Phipps and Jack Smith, who don't sell a lot of their products and don't make any significant profit from them either. You'll see them post information about their products to the reflector, and occasionally, as in Gary's case, send e-mail directly to someone who has just ordered a K2 and not burden the entire list. My K2 was built with Gary's UNPCBs, and now includes Don's fixed audio output board (which he no longer as available but may be picked up by Tom Hammond, N0SS), and which, among other things, I use to drive Jack Smith's Z100 tuning indicator. There are obviously differing opinions about the usefulness of the UNPCBs. Don Wilhelm, who is a very experienced builder (and an invaluable resource to all of us - he's helped me solve a number of problems with my K2), has no problems removing and replacing components - but some of us do. Even if you've ordered all of the K2 options you're ever likely to install, you still need to build the basic K2 first and calibrate and test it before adding the options. That means removing and replacing components. I built by K2 with the UNPCBs several years ago and then added options one at a time over the last few years. For me, adding options were then really just plug-and-play, and I avoided the dreaded unsoldering and replacing components. The UNPCBs had another advantage when my K2 developed a problem that required the removal of several of the options to trace down - all I had to do was plug the UNPCBs back in, in place of the removed options. Without them, I would have had to again unsolder, remove and replace some components. Don does raise a good point with the UNPCBs in that installing the K60XV UNPCB may cause calibration problems (if I did, I wasn't aware of it and my K2 seemed to work fine). But there appear to be no issues with the remaining UNPCBs. Bob W1SRB -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of DW Holtman Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:51 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] UNPCBs Hello, Are these really necessary? Didn't Elecraft make the K2 to where additional parts are really not necessary? I have ordered every option that I will ever want along with a Elecraft Mic, why would I want to pay for UNPCBS? Should companies be able to mine information such as who ordered what from this forum and send E-Mails for selling their goods? I understand that this is parts for K2. Maybe this is alright and I'm all wet. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Best, DW Holtman WB7SSSN ___ 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
