RE: [Elecraft] K3 filter selection
Chris, Many people like the 1.8. I have the 2.1 Inrad combo in my ol' MP. Pretty narrow to my ears. And I can use the shift width controls to decrease the bandwidth some more. I ordered the 2.1 for my K3. If I need to knock out something, I'm convinced that the DSP filtering will make it so. Otherwise we would not need it for bandwidth adjustments. 73 Arie PA3A -Oorspronkelijk bericht- Hi, Looking to get 8 pole K3 filter for SSB contest work, to knock out close in stations, considering the 1.8MHz filter, maybe too narrow? Suggestions based on experience much appreciated. Chris VK2LCD K2#3666 K3 hopefully departing Australian Customs.soon. ___ 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 filter selection
I have the 1.8 and like it - it's not hard to get SSB down to that and still hear clearly if you adjust it properly. I always start at 2.8KHz and then bring in the filter. On LSB, start by adjusting the Hi cut until you've almost got to 1.8KHZ, then adjust the Lo cut and maybe the high cut again and what for the filter to switch, assuming you started with 2.7 or 2.8. Haven't tried yet on USB - not much around on higher bands, guess you'd work that the other way. 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 -- Why should I fear death? If I am, death is not. If death is, I am not. Why should I fear that which cannot exist when I do? -Epicurus, philosopher (c. 341-270 BCE) On 23 Apr 2008, at 03:31, Chris Meagher wrote: Hi, Looking to get 8 pole K3 filter for SSB contest work, to knock out close in stations, considering the 1.8MHz filter, maybe too narrow? Suggestions based on experience much appreciated. Chris VK2LCD K2#3666 K3 hopefully departing Australian Customs.soon. ___ 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] Radios on airlines
From long experience, including a trip to ZS6 with my K2 wrapped in newspaper in a plastic carrier bag, just days after 911. 1. keep the radio and/or parts in hand baggage. I have even hand carried a TenTec Hercules II to Sevierville and back from UK with only one person asking me to open the bag ! No-one asked to see my K3. 2. NEVER ever say you have something unusual ! I made that mistake with a an Omni-V and had to get personal clearance from the plane captain before they would even x-ray the thing (at Philadelphia.) And others were shoving laptops, record players and all sorts of junk through x-ray without being challenged. 3. Don't panic - whatever happens ! If you get visibly agitated, so will security. See 1 above. Its just my travel radio ... worked all the way to ZS6 from UK via Amsterdam, and back again. John G3JAG ___ 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] Radios on airlines
I once took what would looked on camera as a hand grenade, same shape, size and bits of wire coming out of it - actually a motor on a prony brake - thro UK and USA airports and not challenged. I suggested their equipment might need attention and was threatened by an armed plain-clothes person at JFK! On the other hand I was politely asked what that strange thing in my bag was at Friedrichshafen - it was a large glass envelope vacuum relay. I was delighted to show the guard who asked have you come from the ham radio show? Keep your trap shut is the best advice it seems. David G3UNA - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam ___ 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: help save XP
If you like XP and would like MS to continue to support it (instead of moving to just Vista), you can show you support here: www.savexp.com MS has acknowledged that they are watching this site. tnx... de Doug KR2Q ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 SN500 and Running
Ordered 2007/06/25, received via very long path 2 weeks ago, completed during one night, one QSO in log, then left for vacations next morning. K3/100 Kit, KAT3, KXV3, 2.8, 400 and 200 Hz filters. Will be used for CW/SSB/RTTY contesting, 160 DXing. 73 Arunas / LY2IJ K3 #5oo ___ 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 delivered in DL for order of Nov. 10
That's it! Now I'm the first time on a business trip since more than 6 month and what happens during the first day of my trip?? Right, my K3 is delivered! Don't know if I should smile ;-) or cry ;-( hi hi. Serial etc don't know yet. Will be back at home on friday. Katiegram April 18th Left California April 21st Delivered near Frankfurt (DL) April 23rd! 73! Frank, DD7ZT K3 # don't know ! but I have one ;-) Frank Lammel schrieb: 5 month, 8 days, 9 hours...never waited that long for an email ;-) Got Katiegram yesterday evening. Ordered Nov. 10th. sub-receiver, 1.8khz filter and voice recorder on backorder. Frank, DD7ZT ___ 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 #568 successfully arrived!
My K3 ordered 10-Juny-2007 was arrived 03-April-2008. It was a very long way, but now my K3 on the air. And I want to say Many thanks for the excellent Radio! to all Elecraft-team. K3/100+KAT3 -- 73! Alex de UR5LAM ___ 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
Add me to the list of those wanting plenty of sidetone volume. I just ordered my K3 so I don't know how low it is but I am hearing impaired so it's important that there is good volume for me. I take my hearing aids off when using headphones and I turn the volume up to compensate. Bob G3YIQ wrote: I want to add my name to the calls for higher sidetone volume on the K3. At what I feel is a comfortable listening level, QSK is difficult because the sidetone volume is significantly lower than my normal receive volume. I have read the earlier threads and a return to a maximum level of 60 would seem to be the answer. Bob G3YIQ -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-sidetone-volume-tp16822531p16834196.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] kx1 on airlines
On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 5:21 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There have been changes in the rules concerning batteries - particularly what and how much can be carried/checked. Check with TSA before flying, the rules have effected news crews and Agreed, you can go to http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/ or in particular http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm to find out what is and is not allowed carry-on or checked in the USA. As others have suggested I would be careful about large batteries (larger than a 'D' cell). Spillable lead-acid are not allowed except for in wheelchairs for example. Some airlines have additional information and resources, so you may want to check their web sites as well. -Michael, VE3TIX (I have carried my FT-847 as carry-on with no problem on 2 international flights, but no SLA batteries) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K1 20 meter band
Hello all, I'm new to the list. I have a K1 and the 20 meter band has died. The rig worked nicely for almost a yr, then 20 meters has no receive or transmit. The 22.000 mhz crystal does not oscillate... I can not pick up even a peep on my 756Pro. The other 3 bands work nicely - 40, 30, and 17 meter bands I have the 4 band module. Is there anything in the circuit I should be looking at before ordering a new crystal? Thanks to all for any info. 73 de Ken H. K9FV___ 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 20 meter band
Ken, Just replace the crystal and it should begin working again. After replacing the crystal, you may need to adjust the CAL OPF setting to restore correct dial calibration on 20 meters. 73, Don W3FPR [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello all, I'm new to the list. I have a K1 and the 20 meter band has died. The rig worked nicely for almost a yr, then 20 meters has no receive or transmit. The 22.000 mhz crystal does not oscillate... I can not pick up even a peep on my 756Pro. The other 3 bands work nicely - 40, 30, and 17 meter bands I have the 4 band module. Is there anything in the circuit I should be looking at before ordering a new crystal? Thanks to all for any info. 73 de Ken H. K9FV___ 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] Hi Cur error on alignment part III, even at QRPp. 40m only. Rx is good.
Hi folks. I'm finishing a new K2 for a friend. When I tried to perform the 40m Tx alignment, I instantly get HI Cur and the power drops to zero. This happens if the output power is set to anything above 0.3 watts. This only happens on 40 meters. I was able to peak the output on all the other bands normally. The Cal Cur is set to 2.5. I've got the little RF probe built. could someone point me in the right direction as to where to look for the problem? Thank you verry much! 73, AD5VM Larry Hagood KLA-Tencor Customer Service Engineer Intel Service Business Unit Mobile: 505-563-0338 KLA-TENCOR CONFIDENTIAL This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, do not use or review the message or any information transmitted with it, and notify the sender. ___ 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] Hi Cur error on alignment part III, even at QRPp. 40m only. Rx is good.
Larry, If it only happens on 40 meters you have some problem with the 40 meter Low Pass Filter. Look at the schematic for RF Board sheet 3 toward the lower right and you will see the components associated with the 40/60 meter LPF - check them all for proper values, correct turns on toroids, good soldering, etc. Include relay K12 as well. 73, Don W3FPR Hagood, Larry wrote: Hi folks. I'm finishing a new K2 for a friend. When I tried to perform the 40m Tx alignment, I instantly get HI Cur and the power drops to zero. This happens if the output power is set to anything above 0.3 watts. This only happens on 40 meters. I was able to peak the output on all the other bands normally. The Cal Cur is set to 2.5. I've got the little RF probe built. could someone point me in the right direction as to where to look for the problem? Thank you verry much! 73, AD5VM ___ 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 on airlines
I find it very contradictory that I cannot take my small, pocket knife (blade maybe 1 to 2 inches long or so), but I can take sharp pointed, metal scissors on board so long as they are less than 4 inches! As for batteries, I've never had them question those. I carry several for use with my ATS3 QRP rig. Usually I just carry AA's, but on occasion I have carried a 12V 5 amp hour battery on board, and they said nothing about it. Dave W7AQK - Original Message - From: michael taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2008 6:54 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] kx1 on airlines On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 5:21 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There have been changes in the rules concerning batteries - particularly what and how much can be carried/checked. Check with TSA before flying, the rules have effected news crews and Agreed, you can go to http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/ or in particular http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm to find out what is and is not allowed carry-on or checked in the USA. As others have suggested I would be careful about large batteries (larger than a 'D' cell). Spillable lead-acid are not allowed except for in wheelchairs for example. Some airlines have additional information and resources, so you may want to check their web sites as well. -Michael, VE3TIX (I have carried my FT-847 as carry-on with no problem on 2 international flights, but no SLA batteries) ___ 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] kx1 on airlines
Here is a link to information about batteries and airline travel: http://tinyurl.com/2oy5md from the FAA. We've been pointing to this from our website (at work) since we manufacture battery powered devices and our customers have been confused by recent rule changes. Bob NW8L On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 5:21 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There have been changes in the rules concerning batteries - particularly what and how much can be carried/checked. Check with TSA before flying, the rules have effected news crews and ___ 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] Hi Cur error on alignment part III, even at QRPp. 40m only. Rx is good.
Thanks Don! I checked every component in the 40/60m LPF, all caps are the correct value, both inductors have correct windings, hit all solder points again. Still have the same problem. Also, On 40 meters, even with power output set to 1.0 watt. The current display shoots straight up to 2.5 (max) On all other bands with power set to 1.0 watt, the current only goes to about .95 Also, With the power output at 1.0 watt, I compared the RF out at the antenna jack. It's roughly the same for 40 and 30 meters, and I have no problem with 30 meters. Larry Hagood From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed 4/23/2008 7:40 AM To: Hagood, Larry Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Hi Cur error on alignment part III, even at QRPp. 40m only. Rx is good. Larry, If it only happens on 40 meters you have some problem with the 40 meter Low Pass Filter. Look at the schematic for RF Board sheet 3 toward the lower right and you will see the components associated with the 40/60 meter LPF - check them all for proper values, correct turns on toroids, good soldering, etc. Include relay K12 as well. 73, Don W3FPR Hagood, Larry wrote: Hi folks. I'm finishing a new K2 for a friend. When I tried to perform the 40m Tx alignment, I instantly get HI Cur and the power drops to zero. This happens if the output power is set to anything above 0.3 watts. This only happens on 40 meters. I was able to peak the output on all the other bands normally. The Cal Cur is set to 2.5. I've got the little RF probe built. could someone point me in the right direction as to where to look for the problem? Thank you verry much! 73, AD5VM ___ 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 SSB filter help needed
Thought I would touch up the SSB alignment of the filters on my K2 #279 since the audio on both lower and upper SSB seems to lack base. CW is perfectly centered on freq as I like it. Downloaded the latest Spectrogram and procedure, but after changing the BFO setting (on the 2.4 filter from 111 to 114) on the SSB filter I can't seem to exit (by pushing Menu) without getting an Info 230 .and the new setting is not saved. I know it is cockpit error. How do I exit and save the new settings? Gotta do something while I wait for the K3Thanks in advance. Jay, W6JDB ___ 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 SSB filter help needed
Jay, Info 230 says that the K2 is not detecting the internal counter probe plugged into TP2. Either you forgot to put the probe in or there is something wrong with the probe. 73, Don W3FPR Jay wrote: Thought I would touch up the SSB alignment of the filters on my K2 #279 since the audio on both lower and upper SSB seems to lack base. CW is perfectly centered on freq as I like it. Downloaded the latest Spectrogram and procedure, but after changing the BFO setting (on the 2.4 filter from 111 to 114) on the SSB filter I can't seem to exit (by pushing Menu) without getting an Info 230 .and the new setting is not saved. I know it is cockpit error. How do I exit and save the new settings? Gotta do something while I wait for the K3Thanks in advance. Jay, W6JDB ___ 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] New Elecraft Shipping Status Graphs
I've updated the graphics on my server: http://www.livecomputers.com/web_pics/Serials.png http://www.livecomputers.com/web_pics/wait_times.png Enjoy gentlemen. PS: Thanks all for publishing your K3's arrivals! ___ 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] Even another Katiegram
Just received my Katiegram for an order placed on Nov 21 2007. It is a kit K3/100 with KAT3, KFL3B-FM, KTCXO3-1, KFL3A-500, and KXV3. None of these are back ordered. Now to get the table ready off for action!! Wait was a little over 5 months and just in time for the six meter E skip season! 73, John KC4B ___ 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 S/N 767 arrived today in Atlanta
I just received the kit, ordered on 11/13/07. Received: K3/100, KAT3, KXV3, KBPF3, KFL3A-200, KFL3A-400, KFL3B-FM Back Ordered: KFL3A-1.8k, KRX3 Unfortunately, I cant even open the box until next week due to workload. If waiting 5 months for the shipment was tedious, I cant imagine what staring at the box for a week will be like! Ron W2RIP ___ 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 - Output power instability?
Whilst transmitting today on CW (QSK) at full power, I've noticed on a couple of occasions the power meter showing a fairly sudden drop in power to around 45 or so watts. It gradually returns to full power and then will behave normally for long periods. Each time this has happened the radio has been on 80m and the ATU has been in circuit; the power setting remains at 100 watts the whole time and the current meter on the power supply does suggest that the power is indeed falling. The SWR indication remains low and the PA temp stays around 37 deg. If it continues to happen I will make more careful observations but as an initial step thought I'd see if anyone has experienced this or has any idea of what may be going on. 73, Stewart Rolfe, GW0ETF (K3 s/n 145) ___ 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] K2/10 low battery message
Hello Has anyone ever had their low battery mesage keep coming on every five minutes on their k2/10. Where does this message originate from? I have re-soldered every joint from the power input up to the power switch and can't figure out where the power circuit goes from there. All components check good up to that point. I even re-soldered the power switch. Anyone ever have a bad power switch? The low battery messages never comes on during transmit. I have the K2/10 connected to the same 30 amp power supply that I used on my K2/100, and I never had a low battery message on it. I don't have a battery installed so that is not the problem. I never got this message on my K2/100 running 100 watts, so I believe the problem is in the K2. Any one know where to start looking? 73 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] K2/10 low battery message
Is there some menu setting that would make the K2 think there is a battery installed? If it tried to sample the voltage, it would certainly be low :-) 73, Bob N6WG - Original Message - From: Scott McDowell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2008 2:38 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K2/10 low battery message Hello Has anyone ever had their low battery mesage keep coming on every five minutes on their k2/10. Where does this message originate from? I have re-soldered every joint from the power input up to the power switch and can't figure out where the power circuit goes from there. All components check good up to that point. I even re-soldered the power switch. Anyone ever have a bad power switch? The low battery messages never comes on during transmit. I have the K2/10 connected to the same 30 amp power supply that I used on my K2/100, and I never had a low battery message on it. I don't have a battery installed so that is not the problem. I never got this message on my K2/100 running 100 watts, so I believe the problem is in the K2. Any one know where to start looking? 73 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
[Elecraft] K3: Wonder when I'll get it
I'm planning for field day and trying to decided if I should just assume that the K3 I ordered on January 31 will arrive in time, June 6 to have a couple of weekends to build it (club's hamfest is June 15, so that weekend is out!). It looks like the pace has picked up a bit, but I don't think it has picked up enough for me to get it in May as I originally expected. Any comments? 73 de Joseph Durnal NE3R ___ 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] K2/10 low battery message
Scott, The K2 does not really know whether the power being supplied to it is from a battery or not - so read that indication as Power voltage is low. One of 2 (maybe 3) situations exist with your K2. 1) the power supply voltage seen by your K2 is really too low. Measure the voltage at the cathode of D12 with your DMM during transmit (TUNE is OK) at full power output into a dummy load. If the voltage drops substantially, then be certain your power cord has adequate current carrying capacity and that your power supply is not dropping the voltage under load (measure during transmit directly at the power supply terminals). 2) The jumper at Control Board P7 is either missing or is plugged onto the EXT pins. If you have an older K2 (serial less than 3000), you have a switch rather than a jumper and its position may get bumped to the EXT position easily (I have seen one switch that had failed on the INT side). 3) If all the above are checked out and found to be OK, you may have a problem with Control Board U3B, R9 or R10. You should be able to check these for proper operation by tapping the DISPLAY button and seeing what voltage is indicated on the LCD. If it is 0.3 volts less than the input voltage, then these circuits are working OK. 73, Don W3FPR Scott McDowell wrote: Hello Has anyone ever had their low battery mesage keep coming on every five minutes on their k2/10. Where does this message originate from? I have re-soldered every joint from the power input up to the power switch and can't figure out where the power circuit goes from there. All components check good up to that point. I even re-soldered the power switch. Anyone ever have a bad power switch? The low battery messages never comes on during transmit. I have the K2/10 connected to the same 30 amp power supply that I used on my K2/100, and I never had a low battery message on it. I don't have a battery installed so that is not the problem. I never got this message on my K2/100 running 100 watts, so I believe the problem is in the K2. Any one know where to start looking? 73 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
[Elecraft] Where's the latest Update?
Wasn't there supposed to be an update by now??? I'd like to update my K3 for the first time... John N2KBE ___ 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 on school field trip
We just took a three-day field trip with the older kids from the school up to Lake Tahoe. I took the K2 along with my SGC-231 tuner and some wire. We used a 40' end-fed wire with a counterpoise. We got on the air and had reasonable luck on 80M (phone) but no luck on 40M or 20M. The problem with 10W and a good receiver is that you can hear everyone else just great but they can't hear you. Several times we answered CQs on 40 and 20 with not even a hint of response from the other station. Yes, we should have operated CW but the kids are not quite ready to copy QSO as they are only mostly through learning the alphabet and haven't covered numbers and punctuation characters. Soon. -- 73 de Brian, WB6RQN Brian Lloyd - brian HYPHEN wb6rqn AT lloyd DOT com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Where's the latest Update?
John, If your K3 has MCU and DSP levels that are lower than what is currently available at the Elecraft website, go ahead and load the latest released firmware. If your K3 already has the levels that are on the website, yes a new release will be forthcoming in due time. 73, Don W3FPR John Trager wrote: Wasn't there supposed to be an update by now??? I'd like to update my K3 for the first time... John N2KBE ___ 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] KX-1
Taking a rig thru TSA in the states is NOT an issue...I got my K3 in FL in March and simply put it in my rollaboardthey were more interested in my camera w/attachments...never asked to see inside the rollaboard, never asked for license, etc. I have done the same with FT897 and K2enjoy your trip 73 Tom CX7TT/K6CT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] OT: help save XP
Save Windoze 3.1 www.saveacrappyos.com Sign below :O) Linux is the new XP Robert VE3RPF From: DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] OT: help save XP Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2008 06:22:27 -0400 If you like XP and would like MS to continue to support it (instead of moving to just Vista), you can show you support here: www.savexp.com MS has acknowledged that they are watching this site. tnx... de Doug KR2Q ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft 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 - Output power instability?
Stewart, Do you have the latest firmware loaded? As I recall, there were some changes to the power controls in the latest release which address that very problem. If you have the latest, then try the next release. 73, Don W3FPR Stewart Rolfe wrote: Whilst transmitting today on CW (QSK) at full power, I've noticed on a couple of occasions the power meter showing a fairly sudden drop in power to around 45 or so watts. It gradually returns to full power and then will behave normally for long periods. Each time this has happened the radio has been on 80m and the ATU has been in circuit; the power setting remains at 100 watts the whole time and the current meter on the power supply does suggest that the power is indeed falling. The SWR indication remains low and the PA temp stays around 37 deg. If it continues to happen I will make more careful observations but as an initial step thought I'd see if anyone has experienced this or has any idea of what may be going on. 73, Stewart Rolfe, GW0ETF (K3 s/n 145) ___ 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 with SteppIR
Hi Jim I use the K3 with TRX-Manager and my 4el SteppIR. The K3 is on COM 13 (an FTDI USB-serial adapter) and the SteppIR is 'Synchro' on COM 12 4800 baud. The SteppIR happily follows my K3 around. Disclaimer - I am a Beta tester for TRX. 73 John VE3NFK PS - I know Laurent, the author of TRX will be tweaking his software to take advantage of the K3's attributes. jpk5lad wrote: Is anyone on the reflector using their K3 with a SteppIR antenna and a logging program on their computer? I'm hoping to build a cable to unite my K3 (due in May or June) to the SteppIR box and the computer running Logger32. My Icom IC-756PRO just parallelled the CI-V cable from the radio to the SteppIR box and the serial port on the computer. I'm pretty sure the K3's not going to be that easy. Since the K3 is outputting to a serial port it sounds easy to connect to the computer's serial port but I don't quite see where the SteppIR box interfaces into the picture. Has anyone already plowed this ground? Any help is appreciated. 73, Jim - K5LAD It's so simple to be wise. Just think of something stupid to say and then don't say it. -- Sam Levenson http://www.hayseed.net/~jpk5lad/ ___ 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-with-SteppIR-tp16824583p16834898.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 not dead yet
On Apr 21, 2008, at 7:34 AM, Curt Milton wrote: Brian Fine on your progress with this fine rig. I plan to continue to enjoy my own K2 as the flagship rig of my station! On PSK31 and digital modes -- you don't need to modify your K2 -- check out the application note posted at elecraft.com. Yes, I have done that. I was going throw together a cable to go into the mic input as I have a spare 8-pin mic connector floating around. essentially all you need is a stereo cable on receive, a mic connector and a few parts on transmit, and some means to do the T/R switching. VOX. But one of the advantages of the K2 is using the narrow filter on PSK so that only the desired signal affects the AGC. That implies doing my tuning with the main tuning rather than just point-n-click on the computer. Frankly I find that being able to hear the audio is very helpful in tuning to get the signal to the center of the passband. That means I need to hear the signal at the same time I am feeding it to my computer. The kids will 'resonate' with PSK31 based upon their other PC experiences. Surprisingly they have not taken to PSK31 at all. I have one of the school computers connected to the Icom IC-706mkII through a RigBlaster. (The IC-706 sucks as a PSK rig.) I also built a 1W PSK31 rig at school (a Small Wonder PSK-20) and the kids occasionally use that as well. They would much rather get on the local repeater or call CQ on 20M. Who knows. Remember to run the K2 at approx half power when doing the digital modes !! I would expect that to prevent too much temperature rise on the finals. We are, after all, only talking 3dB. I have seen PSK31 at field day, and it tends to be rather tough in the pile-ups -- so calling CQ may be preferred if you run QRP-battery/solar. Meanwhile PSK31 may be ideal for non-contest operating with your youth. Definitely. Good point on using PSK on field day. I wasn't thinking about that. We certainly could. This is NOT the ideal time for QRP-SSB ! You just might need that amp. Definitely. The kids are already making progress on it. I hope to have it done by the end of school (May 31). As much as I like QRP, this is not the time for QRP in anything except CW, PSK, or some form of MFSK. Do check the calendar for kids-day events, as this may charm them more than an array of 599 my state-is reports. And consider scheds to other schools or kids. Here in Maryland, a contact station is KI3DS. I have been coordinating with other schools through the ARRL program. The major problem has been the bands being dead and a high noise level at the school QTH. Thanks for the reply. I appreciate it. -- 73 de Brian, WB6RQN Brian Lloyd - brian HYPHEN wb6rqn AT lloyd DOT com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] N2CQ QRP Contest Calendar: Apr 26 - May 27, 2008
~ N2CQ QRP CONTEST CALENDAR April 26 - May 27, 2008 ~ MQFD Monthly Sprint (CW/PH/Digital) *** QRP Contest *** Apr 26, 1800z to 2200z Rules: http://w2agn.net/mqfdsprint.html ~ SP DX RTTY Contest Apr 26, 1200z to Apr 27, 1200z Rules: http://www.pkrvg.org/zbior.html ~ Florida QSO Party (CW/Phone) ...QRP Category Apr 26, 1600z to Apr 27, 0159z and Apr 27, 1200z to 2159z Rules: http://www.floridaqsoparty.org/ ~ Nebraska QSO Party (CW/SSB/Digital) ... QRP Category Apr 26, 1700z to Apr 27, 1700z Rules: http://www.qsl.net/hdxa/neqso/index.htm ~ Helvetia Contest (CW/SSB) (Swiss) ...QRP Category Apr 26, 1300z to Apr 27, 1259z Rules: http://www.uska.ch/e_index.htm ~ QRP To The Field (CW) ...QRP Contest!! Apr 26, 1500z to Apr 27,0300z Rules: http://www.zianet.com/QRP ~ FISTS/EUCW CW QRS Contest (CW) ... QRP Category Apr 28, 0001z to May 2, 2359z Rules: http://www.agcw.org/?Contests ~ QRP BARBERSHOP QUARTET CONTEST (CW QRP)... QRP Contest! Apr 30, 9PM to 11PM EDT Rules: http://www.io.com/~n5fc/barbershop_contest.htm ~ AGCW QRP/QRP Party (CW) ... QRP Contest! May 1, 1300z to 1900z Rules: http://www.agcw.org/?Contests ~ QRP MINIMAL ART SESSION (80M CW) *** QRP Contest *** May 1, 1900z to 2300z Rules: http://www.qrpcc.de/contestrules/mas/index.html ~ Ten-Ten International Spring Contest (Dig/CW)...QRP Category May 3, 0001z to May 4, 2359z Rules: http://www.ten-ten.org/calendar.html ~ 7th Call Area QSO Party (Ph/CW) ... QRP Category May 3, 1300z to May 4, 0700z Rules: http://www.7qp.org ~ Indiana QSO Party (All) ... QRP Category May 3, 1600z to May 4, 0400z Rules: http://www.hdxcc.org/inqp/ ~ New England QSO Party (Phone/CW) ... QRP Category May 3, 2000z to May 4, 0500z May 4, 1300z to May 4, 2400z Rules: http://www.neqp.org/ ~ Adventure Radio Spartan Sprint (CW) ... QRP Event! May 6, 0100z to 0300z (First Monday 9 PM EDT) Info: http://arsqrp.pbwiki.com/Spartan+Sprints ~ VK/trans-Tasman Contests (80 M Ph) ... QRP Category May 10, 0800z to 1400z Rules: http://home.iprimus.com.au/vktasman/RULES.HTM ~ FISTS Spring Sprint (CW) ... QRP Category May 10, 1700z to 2100z Rules: http://www.fists.org/sprints.html ~ CQM International DX Contest (CW/SSB) ... QRP Category May 10, 1200z to May 11, 1159z Rules: http://www.sk3bg.se/contest/cqmidxc.htm ~ SKCC Weekend Sprint (Straight Key CW) ... QRP Category May 11, z to z Rules: http://www.iglou.com/sonic//skcc/wknd-sprint-rules.html ~ SKCC Sprint (Straight Key CW) ... QRP Awards May 14, z to 0200z Rules: http://skccgroup.com/sprint/sprint-rules.htm ~ Dayton Hamvention (QRP Event - FDIM) May 16-18 Info: http://www.hamvention.org/ ~ HIS MAJESTY THE KING OF SPAIN CONTEST (CW) May 17, 1200z to May 18, 1200z Rules: http://www.ure.es/hf/concursos/smelrey/basessmreyingles.pdf ~ EU PSK DX Contest ... Low Power (10W) Category May 17, 1200z to May 18, 1200z Rules: http://www.eudx.srars.org/ ~ All America Contest (CW) ... QRP Category May 17, 1500z to May 18, 2359z Rules: http://www.powerline.com.br/cwjf/eng4.htm#regulamento ~ Baltic Contest (CW/SSB) (80 Meters) May 17, 2100z to May 18, 0200z Rules: http://www.lrsf.lt/bcontest/english/rules_html.htm ~ RUN FOR THE BACON (CW) *** QRP CONTEST *** EDT: May 18, 9 PM to 11 PM UTC: May 19, 0100z 0300z Rules: http://fpqrp.net:80/fpqrprun.php ~ NAQCC Straight Key/Bug Sprint *** QRP
Re: [Elecraft] FS K2/100
it's sold, thanks for looking. Wim K6TE wrote: For sale Mint Elecraft K2-100 -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/FS-K2-100-tp16786970p16839410.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
