Re: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items
David Lankshear wrote: I just hope there's never a need to return a K3 module to Elecraft for repair as that could well prove interesting. In theory, VAT would be chargeable on the repair cost, return shipping and insurance as that's the service provided, That's correct. On the other hand, a repair or replacement made free under warranty would have no VAT chargeable, except for any return shipping and insurance. It all depends on what the bottom line of the bill says. If VAT was paid when the item was originally imported, no more VAT will be charged if the item is taken out of the EU and re-imported (eg if a K* is taken on a DXpedition). However, you may be challenged to prove that VAT has been paid - so do make sure to keep the shipper's waybill, and carry a copy as evidence. but if they decided to assign their own value to the item, it would probably prove impossible to change their assessment. Only if you couldn't prove what the true value is. All the above is based on experience - and in similar experience, US Customs are even worse. When Tom's Tubes was my distributor for amplifier control boards, our name for US Customs at Tampa, FL was "Pirates of Caribbean"! Taking up Kristinn's final comment, I don't think this is off-topic. It represents hundreds of dollars to Elecraft customers in Europe, and I hope that Elecraft will explore every legal means to minimize this tax burden. -- 73 from Ian GM3SEK http://www.ifwtech.co.uk/g3sek ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Hi Jim, according to the international agreements surrounding the WTO and globalization process, amateur radio equipment is duty free. You may however, depending on where you are, have to pay the equivalent of sales taxes or VAT. Also sometimes the carrier will add charges for the service of dealing with customs for you If I were you, I would check with US customs and/or USPS (UPS, FedEx or whomever did the shipping) what the $23 were for and if the duty was charged in error. It is always important that the sender fills out the declaration papers correctly. 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] K3 QSK artefact
This is a re-post to see if it attracts comment. This concerns an audible artefact using QSK cw mode. When either rf gain or af gain are at maximum, there is an additional noise which accompanies the Morse characters. This can be demonstrated as follows: Mode: QSK cw, paddle sending string of dots or dashes ANY speed power o/p: any, ie nil to max, dummy load or antenna, agc on or off, filter: any, but more pronounced >1kHz listening to monitor (side tone) on phones or speaker at ANY monitor setting audio control: max rf control: start low and raise until the artefact appears or rf: max audio: low and raise until the artefact appears at low speed the artefact sounds like a scraping noise riding on the string. High speed it's like an extra edge. The effect is also present with monitor at zero. In this condition, the artefact itself can be heard without tone from the Morse characters: a rushing sound is heard. At a guess I would say it is digitally induced noise. This effect makes my K3 unusable on QSK, but does not occur on semi bk-in. Anyone else heard this? I think there must be a fault on my K3. Please note, this is not receiver or band noise which is a long way down on this artefact. David G3UNA K3 #547 ___ 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] Another D104 question
Yeah, well that's mike plug, not mich. Just another senior moment. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of KJ3D Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 10:25 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Another D104 question Hello group, Has anyone out there tried wiring up the pre-amp in the base of the powered D104's to run off voltage supplied thru the mich plug of the K2? TIA, Tom, KJ3D ___ 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] Another D104 question
Hello group, Has anyone out there tried wiring up the pre-amp in the base of the powered D104's to run off voltage supplied thru the mich plug of the K2? TIA, Tom, KJ3D ___ 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] Tin Whiskers
Tin Whiskers has primarily been a problem inside hermetic seals where there is little or no atmosphere and in weightless environments. Satellite and space probe instrument makers are the most concerned (Hence NASAs involvement). Has anyone heard of the tin whisker as a problem in automotive or home entertainment environment? Al WA6VNN ++ In a message dated 4/7/2008 7:58:01 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Tin whiskers could be a problem in more than a home entertainment system, a PC, or that K-3 under the dash...Automobiles today are fully computerized and that could spell disaster if whiskers short out the control unit while you are bombing down the expressway at 65 MPH...You lose most of your braking, your ability to steer and your ability to motor out of the way of that semi behind you...It was a long time ago and there is no evidence that I know of as to why it happened, but Harry Chapin was killed on the Long Island Expressway when his Volkswagen died and he was run over by a semi... 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 **Planning your summer road trip? Check out AOL Travel Guides. (http://travel.aol.com/travel-guide/united-states?ncid=aoltrv000316) ___ 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 subreceiver update, including photos
Wayne, Thanks for the udate and the pictures... I also notice that the shield covers the BPF3. Does this mean you now have a btgter idea for a ship date?? -- Dave G. KK7SS '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] K3 subreceiver update, including photos
Hi all, We've just posted two photos showing how the KRX3 subreceiver module looks installed in the K3: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/pics/sub%20RX%20with%20shield.jpg http://www.elecraft.com/K3/pics/sub%20RX%20without%20shield.jpg The new two-piece shield completely encloses the subreceiver, providing a high degree of isolation between it and the main receiver. You'll be able to listen to extremely strong signals in one receiver without it leaking into the other's I.F., and vice-versa. The shield will be bright plated for production. It's shown unplated in this photo. 73, 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
Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Band Decoder
Josh, Since you already have the KRC2 set up to switch your antennas, I would suggest you use that with the K3. Connect the K3 ACC pin 2 (AUXBUS) signal to KRC2 pin 6, connect the K3 Keyout signal (ACC pin 10) to KRC2 pin 9, and Ground (ACC pin 5 or 12) to KRC2 pin 1. The KRC2 needs 12 volt power which you can connect from the K3 AUX power output jack - it can either feed the coaxial power plug on the KRC2 or you can feed it into the KRC2 DE9 connector at pin 8. Of course, you can design a new antenna controller from the K3 band outputs. If you choose that route, remember that the K2 band outputs are open collector and need pullup resistors at your controller end. 73, Don W3FPR J. Heide wrote: OK, now that the Katiegram has arrived, I need to think about antenna switching. I have the following antennas that I want to use with the K3 Windom for most all bands Yagi for 20 meters Yagi for 6 meters (goes to the XV50) Vertical for 160 meters Vertical for 6m FM (which is not used with the K2) Right now, I have a KRC2 that switches the 20m yagi and 160 vertical on antenna port 2 on the radio. Since the K3 has 4 band decoder (TTL?) lines coming out of it, it is easy enough to build logic to pull in the right relay. Can the "DIGOUT" line be used (with proper buffering, of course) to switch a relay for changing from horizontal to vertical on 6m? Basically, windom and 6 meter antennas to antenna port 1 (with the band decoder switching from windom to 6 meters, and digout selecting wither the vert or horiz) and the 20m beam and 160 vert switched on antenna port 2? I have several RelComm RDL-SR002 relays, one of which I am using with the KRC2 now, so quality relays are not a problem here. Sorry if this is a bit long, but without equipment in front of me, I have a hard time visualizing things. 73 Josh K6ZRX ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Hi, Dave - thanks for the compliments on our country. Hope you will be able to make it for a visit some other time... You are right in that our taxes (the VAT in this case) are tough and they are taken "as far as they can". But to be fair, I believe the system is also reasonable to some extent, in that broken things, things that need to be returned or things that are sent as replacements, will only bear the VAT to the extent of their value. I have not had much experience with broken/returned equipment (fortunately), but I believe that if an item arrives non-functional and needs to be returned I will get the VAT refunded, or the VAT will be retained by the customs and I will then not pay the VAT again on the replacement when it arrives. In the case of the transistor and missing capacitor from Elecraft I could convince them up front that this was simply a part of the original K2 purchase and had been missing/defect there, and thus I did not have to make any additional payments. But my point is that a small envelope that has a sticker with $1 designation for the content would not automatically be sent to my home address. Instead it was about to go through the routine process with all its paperwork and expenses - in other words, there is no minimum here below which small shipments are simply exempt. Well - I guess this is getting a bit off tangent for the Elecraft reflector... 73 - Kristinn, TF3KX T. David Yarnes wrote: > > > - Original Message - > From: "TF3KX" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: > Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 11:12 AM > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items > > >> >> The "import duty" is not the problem, but the VAT >> (somewhat similar to the US >> sales tax), which is exceedingly high in many European >> countries. >> >> I wonder if anyone tops the Icelandic VAT, 24.5%, which is >> added on the >> total package value: Content price + shipping + >> insurance. Additionally, I >> may be charged for the paperwork ($10-20), and to top it >> all they may >> occasionally request a permit from the Post and Telegraph >> Authorities for >> "radio components". This is what I had to go through when >> ordering my K2 a >> couple of months ago. > > > Kristinn, > > Oh! That's nasty! And they charge VAT on your > shipping and insurance too! Very punitive I would say. I > guess the U.K. does that too. I can sort of understand > including shipping, as it is a cost of acquisiton. > Insurance, though, seems like a bit of a stretch. But both > seem inequitable if you consider the (fortunate) person who > can carry the product in, and avoid the VAT charge for > shipping and insurance. On the other hand, taxes are rarely > equitable! > > This raises a question in my mind for you VAT payers. If > you pay the VAT, and then discover that your item has been > more or less destroyed in shipping, do you get any refund on > the VAT? What happens on the replacement item, assuming you > get one? Perhaps your comment about the replacement part > suggests you wouldn't pay the VAT twice. > > I know Iceland is expensive, and the economy is fragile to > some extent, but I didn't realize it was so harsh on its > citizens who are forced to import many things, or go > without. However, I know it's a beautiful place with a > fascinating history. We did try to go there a few years > ago. Unfortunately, our cruise ship ran into a hurricane. > We apparently got within about 150 miles of Reykjavik, and > the captain had to give up. The props on the ship came out > of the water twice! So, missed the chance to make a small > contribution to the economy there. Very disappointing. > > > 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 > > -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/-OT--Importing-low-cost-items-to-Europe-tp16550503p16576070.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] K3 - Band Decoder
Josh I recommend sticking with the KRC2, because it has a variety of outputs that you can mix and match for whatever combination of antennas, filters, stubs, etc that you want to switch as you move from band to band. 73, Bob N6WG - Original Message - From: "J. Heide" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 4:04 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 - Band Decoder > > OK, now that the Katiegram has arrived, I need to think about antenna switching. I have the following antennas that I want to use with the K3 > Windom for most all bands > Yagi for 20 meters > Yagi for 6 meters (goes to the XV50) > Vertical for 160 meters > Vertical for 6m FM (which is not used with the K2) > > Right now, I have a KRC2 that switches the 20m yagi and 160 vertical on antenna port 2 on the radio. Since the K3 has 4 band decoder (TTL?) lines coming out of it, it is easy enough to build logic to pull in the right relay. Can the "DIGOUT" line be used (with proper buffering, of course) to switch a relay for changing from horizontal to vertical on 6m? Basically, windom and 6 meter antennas to antenna port 1 (with the band decoder switching from windom to 6 meters, and digout selecting wither the vert or horiz) and the 20m beam and 160 vert switched on antenna port 2? > > I have several RelComm RDL-SR002 relays, one of which I am using with the KRC2 now, so quality relays are not a problem here. > > Sorry if this is a bit long, but without equipment in front of me, I have a hard time visualizing things. > > 73 > Josh > K6ZRX > > > ___ > 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] OT- KPH ops
Are there anyone here that is planning to go to the KPH ops on the 26th? Just curious, might be fun to meet up face to face. 73 Josh K6ZRX ___ 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 - Band Decoder
OK, now that the Katiegram has arrived, I need to think about antenna switching. I have the following antennas that I want to use with the K3 Windom for most all bands Yagi for 20 meters Yagi for 6 meters (goes to the XV50) Vertical for 160 meters Vertical for 6m FM (which is not used with the K2) Right now, I have a KRC2 that switches the 20m yagi and 160 vertical on antenna port 2 on the radio. Since the K3 has 4 band decoder (TTL?) lines coming out of it, it is easy enough to build logic to pull in the right relay. Can the "DIGOUT" line be used (with proper buffering, of course) to switch a relay for changing from horizontal to vertical on 6m? Basically, windom and 6 meter antennas to antenna port 1 (with the band decoder switching from windom to 6 meters, and digout selecting wither the vert or horiz) and the 20m beam and 160 vert switched on antenna port 2? I have several RelComm RDL-SR002 relays, one of which I am using with the KRC2 now, so quality relays are not a problem here. Sorry if this is a bit long, but without equipment in front of me, I have a hard time visualizing things. 73 Josh K6ZRX ___ 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- Katiegram today
Received my Katiegram today for my K3 ordered at Pacificon on October 24th. Everything I ordered is coming except for the second receiver (AM and FM roofing filters, general coverage). I'mnot a CW man, so do I need the 500hz 5 pole filter, or should I changethat one to something different? I run SSB and digital modes. Thanks, Josh K6ZRX P.S. Now I am REALLY motivated to get my antennas checked out and build a band decoder for 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
I would suggest contacting U.S. Customs and getting the correct tarrif number. Amateur gear, particularly U.S. manufactured goods is 100% duty free under NAFTA (inbound to Canada). Kirb - VE6IV -- - Original Message - From: Bob Nielsen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2008 4:19 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items To: elecraft List > I had hoped when NAFTA happened that it would eliminate > duties > between Canada, Mexico and the U.S. (nope, it doesn't that way). > > Since the K2 originally came (as a kit, at least) from the U.S. > there > may be an exception, but getting it may be another matter. > > Bob, N7XY > > On Apr 8, 2008, at 2:55 PM, Jim Miller wrote: > > Duty free?? Canada?? NO - I ought a K2 on eBay > from Canada and it > > arrived > > with a $23 duty COD bill for the import. > > > > 73, de Jim KG0KP > > > > - Original Message - > > From: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > To: > > Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 10:47 AM > > Subject: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items > > > > > >> Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, > >> as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through > extensive>> eBay sales. > >> > >> 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP > >>[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 > > > > Bob Nielsen > [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
[Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items
Hi Jim: You should NOT have had to pay any duty to import that K2 into the USA as the origin of manufacture is actually US made. In the past, I have sold some collins gear, etc to US ham and there was NOT import tax payable to get into the USA. You should apply to your US Customs for a refund. 73 from Fern - Original Message - From: "Jim Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 3:55 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items Duty free?? Canada?? NO - I ought a K2 on eBay from Canada and it arrived with a $23 duty COD bill for the import. 73, de Jim KG0KP - Original Message - From: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 10:47 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items > Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, > as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through extensive > eBay sales. > > 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP >[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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.22.8/1363 - Release Date: 4/7/2008 8:56 AM ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
I had hoped when NAFTA happened that it would eliminate duties between Canada, Mexico and the U.S. (nope, it doesn't that way). Since the K2 originally came (as a kit, at least) from the U.S. there may be an exception, but getting it may be another matter. Bob, N7XY On Apr 8, 2008, at 2:55 PM, Jim Miller wrote: Duty free?? Canada?? NO - I ought a K2 on eBay from Canada and it arrived with a $23 duty COD bill for the import. 73, de Jim KG0KP - Original Message - From: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 10:47 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through extensive eBay sales. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [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 Bob Nielsen [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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Quote This raises a question in my mind for you VAT payers. If you pay the VAT, and then discover that your item has been more or less destroyed in shipping, do you get any refund on the VAT? What happens on the replacement item, assuming you get one? Perhaps your comment about the replacement part suggests you wouldn't pay the VAT twice. Dave W7AQK Dave, Don't forget the postal service's "handling" fee, which is another addition to the UK's 17.5% VAT. Oh, and you'd likelystand a better chance of piking butter up a porcupine's a55 with a red hot shovel than getting a refund from Her Majesty's Customs and Excise! Fortunately, replacement components I've needed have had a shipped value below the VAT threshold, so they've come through unchallenged. HMC&E are a law unto themselves and once rendered one (constructed) piece of equipment I imported into a kit, having even dismantled and destroyed some of the components. Complaints in all directions including my MP received approximately the same response: Tough! I just hope there's never a need to return a K3 module to Elecraft for repair as that could well prove interesting. In theory, VAT would be chargeable on the repair cost, return shipping and insurance as that's the service provided, but if they decided to assign their own value to the item, it would probably prove impossible to change their assessment. 73 DaveL G3TJP ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Duty free for amateur product in Canada ... YES. It is not because you bought something from Canada you will be duty free you finally IMPORT something on your side. So you are responsible of the restriction of your country. I ordered a lot of amateur products from the US... and I only thing I pay is standard sale taxes... no other charges (duty)... Canada Post charge me 5$ for handling. even if it cost 5$ or 1000$. Duty charges is not equal to taxes duty free is when you pay only taxes with no other fees like all ham radio product that come to Canada It is supposed to be the same for Canada to US If you use FEDEX or UPS they charge a lot only taking your box across the border. :-((( I always use USPS or Canada Post. 73 Le 08-04-08 à 17:55, Jim Miller a écrit : Duty free?? Canada?? NO - I ought a K2 on eBay from Canada and it arrived with a $23 duty COD bill for the import. 73, de Jim KG0KP - Original Message - From: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 10:47 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through extensive eBay sales. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [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 === de Jean-François VA2SS ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Duty free?? Canada?? NO - I ought a K2 on eBay from Canada and it arrived with a $23 duty COD bill for the import. 73, de Jim KG0KP - Original Message - From: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 10:47 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items > Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, > as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through extensive > eBay sales. > > 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP >[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] K2 vfo linearization
Scott, The K2 looks for a frequency reading near 12,100 kHz when it starts the CAL PLL sequence. If yours is only going up to 11,959.64 kHz, that is not high enough. Info 232 is a usual result if the initial frequency is too low. Check your PLL reference oscillator range again (check at TP3). If it is not as high as it should be, then that alone is the problem to be solved. What is the frequency read by CAL FCTR when tuned to 7000.00 and the probe inserted into TP1? It should be quite near 11,915 kHz. 73, Don W3FPR Scott McDowell wrote: Hi I'm trying to do the vfo linearization on my k2 and am having a problem again! Every time I do the cal pll I get the frequency on the counter of 11959.64 for an instant, then the info 232 message about not being on 40 meters. It never goes beyond the info msg. I have entered the frequency with the key pad and changed the band with band + and band _ and I still get the same message. I also checked the frequency with another transceiver and it is receiving on 40 meters. Anyone have any idea why this is occuring? Thanks Scott N5SM ___ 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 vfo linearization
Scott, Make sure you are tuned between 7.0 and 7.1 Mhz and you are on the right test point (TP1). It's been a long time since I aligned my K2 but I vaguely remember making that mistake and getting the same error. Ron - W2RIP Scott McDowell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi I'm trying to do the vfo linearization on my k2 and am having a problem again! Every time I do the cal pll I get the frequency on the counter of 11959.64 for an instant, then the info 232 message about not being on 40 meters. It never goes beyond the info msg. I have entered the frequency with the key pad and changed the band with band + and band _ and I still get the same message. I also checked the frequency with another transceiver and it is receiving on 40 meters. Anyone have any idea why this is occuring? Thanks Scott N5SM ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
- Original Message - From: "TF3KX" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items The "import duty" is not the problem, but the VAT (somewhat similar to the US sales tax), which is exceedingly high in many European countries. I wonder if anyone tops the Icelandic VAT, 24.5%, which is added on the total package value: Content price + shipping + insurance. Additionally, I may be charged for the paperwork ($10-20), and to top it all they may occasionally request a permit from the Post and Telegraph Authorities for "radio components". This is what I had to go through when ordering my K2 a couple of months ago. Kristinn, Oh! That's nasty! And they charge VAT on your shipping and insurance too! Very punitive I would say. I guess the U.K. does that too. I can sort of understand including shipping, as it is a cost of acquisiton. Insurance, though, seems like a bit of a stretch. But both seem inequitable if you consider the (fortunate) person who can carry the product in, and avoid the VAT charge for shipping and insurance. On the other hand, taxes are rarely equitable! This raises a question in my mind for you VAT payers. If you pay the VAT, and then discover that your item has been more or less destroyed in shipping, do you get any refund on the VAT? What happens on the replacement item, assuming you get one? Perhaps your comment about the replacement part suggests you wouldn't pay the VAT twice. I know Iceland is expensive, and the economy is fragile to some extent, but I didn't realize it was so harsh on its citizens who are forced to import many things, or go without. However, I know it's a beautiful place with a fascinating history. We did try to go there a few years ago. Unfortunately, our cruise ship ran into a hurricane. We apparently got within about 150 miles of Reykjavik, and the captain had to give up. The props on the ship came out of the water twice! So, missed the chance to make a small contribution to the economy there. Very disappointing. 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] K2 vfo linearization
Hi I'm trying to do the vfo linearization on my k2 and am having a problem again! Every time I do the cal pll I get the frequency on the counter of 11959.64 for an instant, then the info 232 message about not being on 40 meters. It never goes beyond the info msg. I have entered the frequency with the key pad and changed the band with band + and band _ and I still get the same message. I also checked the frequency with another transceiver and it is receiving on 40 meters. Anyone have any idea why this is occuring? Thanks Scott N5SM ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
The "import duty" is not the problem, but the VAT (somewhat similar to the US sales tax), which is exceedingly high in many European countries. I wonder if anyone tops the Icelandic VAT, 24.5%, which is added on the total package value: Content price + shipping + insurance. Additionally, I may be charged for the paperwork ($10-20), and to top it all they may occasionally request a permit from the Post and Telegraph Authorities for "radio components". This is what I had to go through when ordering my K2 a couple of months ago. Last week I received a notice from the customs, which had in its custody an envelope with a transistor and five ceramic capacitors from Elecraft, marked with the value of $1. I managed to convince the customs that these were replacement parts and I had already paid for the original kit earlier, but I was lucky this time. 73 - Kristinn, TF3KX Ken Kopp-3 wrote: > > I've always written "Amateur (Ham) radio item" on the > customs form. Never had an item questioned. > > 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP >[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 > > -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/-OT--Importing-low-cost-items-to-Europe-tp16550503p16569684.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] KPA100 let smoke out -Fixed!
I replaced D13, D10, Q6, Q7 and RFC5 and it works fine again! Not sure which component it was but maybe this will narrow it down for anyone else that has the same problem. My thanks to Gary and Scott at Elecraft for their help. nz0t wrote: > > During a QSO on 40 CW tonight I suddenly "let the smoke out" of my KPA100. > Under close inspection the only component that looks as if it may be bad > is RFC5 which had a very deposit on it. It tests at 1.6 ohms but I don't > know if that is bad or not. I would appreciate any help on how to start > troubleshooting this. I plan to go through the resistance checks in the > build manual - any other ideas? > > Bill NZ0T > -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/KPA100-let-smoke-out-tp16169541p16569059.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] Audio problem in WPX SSB
Don, What answer of Lyle's are you referring to? I think I asked the original question, but didn't get that answer, as far as I know. Thanks. 73, andy, ae6y - Original Message - From: "Don Wilhelm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "'Andy Faber'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Monday, April 07, 2008 10:17 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Audio problem in WPX SSB Joe, Check Lyle's answer yesterday to similar questions. It is a known problem and the fix is being field tested right now. You can expect the firmware release to fix it in about a week according to Lyle. 73, Don W3FPR Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: With the K3, the messages play fine, but after one finishes, if I use the mic, the radio starts out at lower power and takes 2-4 seconds to build back up to high power. This is the same whether using the front or rear input and whether using high or low gain. I've noticed the very same thing with the microHAM microKEYER II and its software DVK. I have not had time to further diagnose the issue and check it with other interfaces but it is quite pronounced. There is no difference if using FP.L or FP.H when the MK II output is adjusted for four to five bars of ALC. Bias is OFF and the microphone output of microKEYER II is capacitive coupled (top and bottom) so there is no "DC effect." I will not have time to look at this issue further until later in the week. 73, ... Joe, W4TV ___ 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] Vista 64 USB drivers
I had a similar situation with my MacBook Pro running OS X and Vista Bus. with Parallels. I tried the KUSB but could not get the K3 Utility to see the K3 with either Operating System. I purchased the Radio Shack USB to Serial adapter and all work well on both the Mac side and the Vista side until I rebooted the system. Now the Mac side works great but when I go the the Vista side Parallels tells me the USB device is already in use. I have yet to figure out how to release the port in Mac so that Vista can see the USB connection. 73, John, NOIB K3 #364 Dave Van Wallaghen wrote: > > I noticed some discussion awhile ago about USB drivers for Vista that may > or > may not work. I had a catastrophic failure of my old Dell laptop and had > to > order a new one. I ordered a ThinkPad T61 with Vista64 business edition > (for > many reasons - it's a long story). I was able to find hardware drivers for > all of the hardware I interface to and the transition wasn't as bad as I > thought it was going to be. > > I have a 4-port USB hub that feeds a USB Gear 4-port serial converter. > This > arrangement worked fine under XP even with my K3 and the K3 firmware > utility. But with Vista64 I could not run Ham Radio Deluxe connected to my > K3. It would hang the laptop after about 20-30 seconds, requiring a hard > reboot. I looked through the forum for HRD and found the same problem > being > discussed, but no solution. And it seemed that it was not a total Vista > problem either since a number of people reported that they had no problems > at all. > > So I figured it had to be a driver problem and went looking for updated > drivers. The USB Gear serial converter uses an FTDI chip set and so I went > to the FTDI website: www.ftdichip.com and found an updated driver: 2.04.06 > dated 3/20/2008. (These are now Microsoft certified). After installation, > all seems to work just fine. The Elecraft K3 Utility seems to work fine > also > (I haven't tried updating the firmware yet since I'm current). > > I also found an updated Prolific driver for the KUSB for Vista64. It > installed correctly and reports a new serial com port under Device > Manager, > but I could not communicate with the K3 through HRD or the K3 utility. > They > both find the port number ok, but state nothing is there. So I'm not so > sure > that the driver is a go yet for Vista64 and the KUSB. > > Just FYI for anyone else fighting this battle. > > 73, > Dave W8FGU > > > ___ > 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/Vista-64-USB-drivers-tp16548378p16568608.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] KatieGram Received
Today I received my Katiegram Stating that my unit would ship in Two to Three weeks. I ordered on October 19th. Only item not shipping is the Optional Reveiver. This is a Factory assembled 100 Watt Unit.!! Bruce N9BX 73 ___ 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] Audio problem in WPX SSB
Joe, Yes, I agree. I tried Lyle's suggstion of turning off the ALC in the config menu, but that didn't help the situation. 73,a ndy, ae6y - Original Message - From: "Joe Subich, W4TV" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 7:38 AM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Audio problem in WPX SSB Don, Check Lyle's answer yesterday to similar questions. I read Lyle's postings faithfully. I have checked them again and see no indication that the firmware under test deals with the "no output after DVK" problem. The discussions center on certain radios that do not reach PEP even when showing normal ALC. You can expect the firmware release to fix it in about a week according to Lyle. In this case there should be no DC shift (microKEYER II is AC coupled for both DVK and mic) and no level difference between DVK (wave file) and mic. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Monday, April 07, 2008 1:18 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Audio problem in WPX SSB Joe, Check Lyle's answer yesterday to similar questions. It is a known problem and the fix is being field tested right now. You can expect the firmware release to fix it in about a week according to Lyle. 73, Don W3FPR Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: >> With the K3, the messages play fine, but after one >> finishes, if I use the mic, the radio starts out at lower >> power and takes 2-4 seconds to build back up to high power. >> This is the same whether using the front or rear input >> and whether using high or low gain. >> > > I've noticed the very same thing with the microHAM microKEYER II > and its software DVK. I have not had time to further diagnose > the issue and check it with other interfaces but it is quite > pronounced. > > There is no difference if using FP.L or FP.H when the MK II > output is adjusted for four to five bars of ALC. Bias is OFF > and the microphone output of microKEYER II is capacitive > coupled (top and bottom) so there is no "DC effect." > > I will not have time to look at this issue further until later > in the week. > > 73, > >... Joe, W4TV > > ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Ken Kopp wrote: Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through extensive eBay sales. Most are free from import duty, or else it's only a few percent. The killer is the Value Added Tax, which is 17.5% in the UK and even higher in some other EU countries. Unless the item is of small value, or is below the Customs exemptions for incoming travelers, VAT will normally be charged on *all* incoming goods. The worst thing is that both duty and taxes are applied to the bottom line of the invoice, the total including both shipping and insurance! Helpful exporters to the EU will bill for those two service items separately, so that duty and VAT are applied only to the true value of the goods. As far as I'm aware, this is a perfectly legal way to minimize the tax liability. -- 73 from Ian GM3SEK http://www.ifwtech.co.uk/g3sek ___ 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]Import duties on amateur items
Ken, Yes they are duty free, however 17.5% VAT is charge on the value plus shipping in the UK 73 Bryan GM3AKF ___ 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] Import duties on amateur radio items
I've always written "Amateur (Ham) radio item" on the customs form. Never had an item questioned. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [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] Import duties on amateur radio items
Aren't amateur radio related items duty-free in the UK and EU, as they are in Canada? I became aware of this through extensive eBay sales. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [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] SWR Reading Accuracy
I found my WM-2 -very- difficult to calibrate accurately. The pots are far too "touchy". Someday, I'll replace them with 10 or 20 turn Trimpots. I have several Birds w/50W elements and two Bird loads, but remember, their accuracy isn't what we all seem to think they are. I found the best accuracy came from using an Elecraft 50 ohm load and my DVM's voltmeter. Of course, the ultimate accuracy then becomes that of the DVM. Use -much- caution when using watt meters to calibrate RF-measuring devices. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [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] K3, assembly, use of DeoxIT Gold
I highly recommend Caig Products. I built my K3 #604 using Caig DeoxIT ProGold. I used the small plastic tube and slid it over each male pin, completely coating each pin. This provides some lubrication for each pin allowing easier insertion and removal. This eliminates oxidation of the pins. This keeps the contact resistance low. It's a good thing. Ron Durie WB4OOA K3 #604 ___ 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] Line out
can on a Mac :-) -- Dear God, Did you mean for the giraffe to look like that or was it an accident? -Norma [Children's Letters to God, 1991] On 8 Apr 2008, at 14:59, ab2tc wrote: M0XDF wrote: can be done with Audacity on a mac, not sure if its available for PC. It looks like I am not confusing the thread too badly. Audacity does have a Windows version and I will try it when I get home from work. How will I work that on live data? Audacity, I see is primarily a sound editor though it can capture live audio but can it alter the audio (mono->stereo) and bridge it to line out all in real time? ___ 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] Audio problem in WPX SSB
Don, > Check Lyle's answer yesterday to similar questions. I read Lyle's postings faithfully. I have checked them again and see no indication that the firmware under test deals with the "no output after DVK" problem. The discussions center on certain radios that do not reach PEP even when showing normal ALC. > You can expect the firmware release to fix it in about a week > according to Lyle. In this case there should be no DC shift (microKEYER II is AC coupled for both DVK and mic) and no level difference between DVK (wave file) and mic. 73, ... Joe, W4TV > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm > Sent: Monday, April 07, 2008 1:18 PM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Audio problem in WPX SSB > > > Joe, > > Check Lyle's answer yesterday to similar questions. It is a known > problem and the fix is being field tested right now. You can > expect the > firmware release to fix it in about a week according to Lyle. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > > Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: > >> With the K3, the messages play fine, but after one > >> finishes, if I use the mic, the radio starts out at lower > >> power and takes 2-4 seconds to build back up to high power. > >> This is the same whether using the front or rear input > >> and whether using high or low gain. > >> > > > > I've noticed the very same thing with the microHAM microKEYER II > > and its software DVK. I have not had time to further diagnose > > the issue and check it with other interfaces but it is quite > > pronounced. > > > > There is no difference if using FP.L or FP.H when the MK II > > output is adjusted for four to five bars of ALC. Bias is OFF > > and the microphone output of microKEYER II is capacitive > > coupled (top and bottom) so there is no "DC effect." > > > > I will not have time to look at this issue further until later > > in the week. > > > > 73, > > > >... Joe, W4TV > > > > > ___ > 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] Line out
M0XDF wrote: can be done with Audacity on a mac, not sure if its available for PC. It looks like I am not confusing the thread too badly. Audacity does have a Windows version and I will try it when I get home from work. How will I work that on live data? Audacity, I see is primarily a sound editor though it can capture live audio but can it alter the audio (mono->stereo) and bridge it to line out all in real time? Knut - AB2TC -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Line-out-tp16532181p16558736.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] Shipping Notice??
Not yet ;-) I received my Katie-gram in late March. So far that was the last I've heard from them. I'll just continue to be patient ... - Keith N1AS - - K2 5411.ssb.100 - - K3 Soon... - -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry Putman Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 9:41 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Shipping Notice?? When Elecraft actually ships a K3 do they email a shipping notice with tracking info? Thanks Larry Putman WB3ANQ Pasadena, Maryland FM19rc www.wb3anq.com You rock. That's why Blockbuster's offering you one month of Blockbuster Total Access, No Cost. http://tc.deals.yahoo.com/tc/blockbuster/text5.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] Shipping Notice??
Certainly did when they shipped UPS to me -- Everything secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; nothing is safe that does not show how it can bear discussion and publicity. -Lord Acton, historian (1834-1902) On 8 Apr 2008, at 14:41, Larry Putman wrote: When Elecraft actually ships a K3 do they email a shipping notice with tracking info? ___ 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] Shipping Notice??
When Elecraft actually ships a K3 do they email a shipping notice with tracking info? Thanks Larry Putman WB3ANQ Pasadena, Maryland FM19rc www.wb3anq.com You rock. That's why Blockbuster's offering you one month of Blockbuster Total Access, No Cost. http://tc.deals.yahoo.com/tc/blockbuster/text5.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] Line out
can be done with Audacity on a mac, not sure if its available for PC. And you can't be that far behind, about 14 mins latency to this point -- If you must play, decide on three things at the start: the rules of the game, the stakes, and the quitting time. -Chinese Proverb On 8 Apr 2008, at 14:34, ab2tc wrote: M0XDF wrote: I see. What about a software solution then, something that will pass left channel audio to the right channel? I hope this will work. I use Nabble and it is several hours behind real time. Yes, a software solution would be ideal and preferable. You'd think a mono/stereo switch would be part of the standard Windows volume contro, but I have never come across one. Maybe this can be done with a "virtual audio cable" that I have seen advertised. ___ 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] KAT2: SWR Accuracy
Hi Your numbers look normal to me. You may be able to improve the calibration using a 100 and 25 ohm load. This is how I do the calibration. First get it into the ball park with the manual calibration method Then alternate with the 100 and 25 ohm load and adjust C55 to get the same reverse reading Increase the reverse pot to indicate 2.0 SWR and check at both loads for the same reading tweak C55 if needed Go back and adjust the forward power to agree with your external calibrated meter with a 50 ohm load Check the 25 and 100 ohm SWR readings again for a 2.0 value. The forward and reverse settings will interact so you may need to do all of the above several times to get it set up correctly. Your loads should not have cables connected to them. They should connect directly to the tuner connectors. I built my loads into standard UHF connectors (PL-239) and use BNC adapters for the KAT2 or directly for the KAT100. I used two 51 ohm in parallel for the 25 ohm, one 100 ohm for the 100 ohm load and two 100 ohm resistors in parallel for the 50 ohm load. The resistors are 2 and 5 watt MOS types and mounted inside the connector. It is OK to use a cable with the 50 ohm load when using the WM-2 but as a final check I connect the 50 ohm load directly to the KAT2 and check for a 1.0:1 reading Thanks Don Brown KD5NDB K3 S/N 0575 -- From: "Michael Linden" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, April 08, 2008 7:02 AM To: Subject: [Elecraft] KAT2: SWR Accuracy I've just completed alignement of my KAT2 and am a bit dismayed by its SWR accuracy. I feel pretty confident that I found the true dip in C55 at a value of 12. I then aligned the forward power (R1) using an OHR WM-2 that was aligned on 40m against test equipment. The 50 Ohm dummy load I'm using reads a flat 1.0:1 up into the 2m region on an MFJ-259B. I'm fairly happy with the forward calibration which yielded the following results: BAND K2WM-2 160 4.4 5.0 804.6 5.0 404.9 5.0 305.2 5.0 204.9 4.9 175.0 5.0 155.1 4.9 125.5 5.0 105.6 5.0 I initially calibrated reflected power (R2) by measuring the wiper-to-ground resistance on R1 and setting R2 for the same wiper-go-ground resistance. The reflected calibration results range from 1.0:1 on 160m to 1.2:1 on 10m into the 50 Ohm dummy load. However, the SWR readings I see when using a 25 Ohm dummy load (confirmed on MFJ-259B) aren't very good. The KAT2's 25 Ohm dummy load readings range from 1.7:1 on 160m to 1.2:1 on 10m. Given the preceding results, I decided to set the reflected adjustment (R2) to show 2.0:1 on 40m into the 25 Ohm dummy load. This time, the results varied from 2.1:1 on 160m to 1.3:1 on 10m. I have considered going back and readjusting R2 to show an average reading of 2.0:1 across the bands into the 25 Ohm load (higher than 2.0:1 on 160m, lower than 2.0:1 on 10m -- a compromise). Is the accuracy displayed above typical of the KAT2? If not, maybe I need to go back and reevaluate my C55 calibration (although I felt pretty confident that it is correct). Thanks, Michael N9BDF, K2 #4137 ___ 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] Line out
M0XDF wrote: I see. What about a software solution then, something that will pass left channel audio to the right channel? I hope this will work. I use Nabble and it is several hours behind real time. Yes, a software solution would be ideal and preferable. You'd think a mono/stereo switch would be part of the standard Windows volume contro, but I have never come across one. Maybe this can be done with a "virtual audio cable" that I have seen advertised. Knut - AB2TC -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Line-out-tp16532181p16558435.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] Line out
I see. What about a software solution then, something that will pass left channel audio to the right channel? -- Not all those that wander are lost. -J.R.R. Tolkien, novelist and philologist (1892-1973) On 8 Apr 2008, at 13:12, ab2tc wrote: You misunderstand. The speakers I use are connected to line out on the PC. Line in on the PC are connected to line out on the K3. This is a very convenient setup and I don't need a separate speaker or speakers for the few times I use speakers for 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
[Elecraft] Katiegram received.
K3 ordered October 19, 2007. Katie's email received yesterday, 9PM. ___ 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] Line out
You misunderstand. The speakers I use are connected to line out on the PC. Line in on the PC are connected to line out on the K3. This is a very convenient setup and I don't need a separate speaker or speakers for the few times I use speakers for the radio. Knut - AB2TC M0XDF wrote: > > so use the speakers out (SPKRS) and ensure you have CONFIG: SPKRS = 2 > -- > Since we are destined to live out our lives in the prison of our > minds, our > one duty is to furnish it well. > -Peter Ustinov, actor, writer and director (1921-2004) > > > -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Line-out-tp16532181p16557809.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] KAT2: SWR Accuracy
I've just completed alignement of my KAT2 and am a bit dismayed by its SWR accuracy. I feel pretty confident that I found the true dip in C55 at a value of 12. I then aligned the forward power (R1) using an OHR WM-2 that was aligned on 40m against test equipment. The 50 Ohm dummy load I'm using reads a flat 1.0:1 up into the 2m region on an MFJ-259B. I'm fairly happy with the forward calibration which yielded the following results: BAND K2WM-2 160 4.4 5.0 804.6 5.0 404.9 5.0 305.2 5.0 204.9 4.9 175.0 5.0 155.1 4.9 125.5 5.0 105.6 5.0 I initially calibrated reflected power (R2) by measuring the wiper-to-ground resistance on R1 and setting R2 for the same wiper-go-ground resistance. The reflected calibration results range from 1.0:1 on 160m to 1.2:1 on 10m into the 50 Ohm dummy load. However, the SWR readings I see when using a 25 Ohm dummy load (confirmed on MFJ-259B) aren't very good. The KAT2's 25 Ohm dummy load readings range from 1.7:1 on 160m to 1.2:1 on 10m. Given the preceding results, I decided to set the reflected adjustment (R2) to show 2.0:1 on 40m into the 25 Ohm dummy load. This time, the results varied from 2.1:1 on 160m to 1.3:1 on 10m. I have considered going back and readjusting R2 to show an average reading of 2.0:1 across the bands into the 25 Ohm load (higher than 2.0:1 on 160m, lower than 2.0:1 on 10m -- a compromise). Is the accuracy displayed above typical of the KAT2? If not, maybe I need to go back and reevaluate my C55 calibration (although I felt pretty confident that it is correct). Thanks, Michael N9BDF, K2 #4137 ___ 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 Mic Gain vs ALC
G'morning: That's a good thought. I used both VOX and a foot-switch PTT and saw nothing unusual using either method. 73, Ken K3IU K3 #202 G4ILO wrote: Ken K3IU wrote: I have to echo what Paul says. This must be rig specific. This is just a shot in the dark - in fact I decided against posting this when I first saw the thread because it's probably wrong - but could it be *mic* specific? Some mics disconnect the element when the PTT is released. It's possible a "click" could occur when the switch is connected that is causing this spike. - Julian, G4ILO K3 s/n: 222 K2 s/n: 392 G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf ___ 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 Mic Gain vs ALC
Ken K3IU wrote: > > I have to echo what Paul says. This must be rig specific. > This is just a shot in the dark - in fact I decided against posting this when I first saw the thread because it's probably wrong - but could it be *mic* specific? Some mics disconnect the element when the PTT is released. It's possible a "click" could occur when the switch is connected that is causing this spike. - Julian, G4ILO K3 s/n: 222 K2 s/n: 392 G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-Mic-Gain-vs-ALC-tp16545837p16548550.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
