Re: [Elecraft] K3 CW decode
Giuliano are you using paddle input? There isn't a parameter to give receive decode without TX decode, it works for me using paddles, not tried it with a straight key or external keyer. 73 Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80 my new K3 decode well the recived CW but don't decode my transmission. Eny suggestion? Thanks for help Giuliano I0CG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
Dave G4AON wrote: Jon, the CW equivalent of PAN PAN PAN (it should be repeated three times) is XXX XXX XXX (again repeated three times), which I doubt I believe it is PAN-PAN that should be repeated three times, i.e. PAN-PAN PAN-PAN PAN-PAN. Only one MAYDAY or PAN-PAN is used in each subsequent transmission. Incidentally, in aviation use, I believe that PRACTICE-PAN is used for simulated emergencies, and probably ought to be used in other exercises. anyone would recognise or understand these days... Except to confuse the call with adult films or very strong beer! The voice ones, however, are stilled used for aviation purposes. -- David Woolley The Elecraft list is a forum for the discussion of topics related to Elecraft products and more general topics related ham radio List Guidelines http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_list_guidelines.htm ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Immediately Exit in Rtty with Terminal
Hello, is there a way to stop idle in RTTY with the terminal? Like ..__ with the paddle. 73 de Michael ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
I think the Titanic use C Q D which was not at the time universally recognised. I think it was taught only to Marconi operators at the time. Some use DDD which is quite musical and I would prefer to SOS, were I around to give my opinion. Someone will tell us when SOS was universally accepted, which I think was soon after Titanic. David G3UNA - Original Message - From: Ron D'Eau Claire [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 5:45 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] QRRR Yes, that is indeed what it means. And, since it was established by the ARRL, it's no surprise Hams in other countries don't know it. Since so little CW is used for distress communications these days, it's no wonder few current American Hams know it. That's what prompted my question. Originally it was QRR, established by the ARRL in the 1930's to avoid any confusion with a maritime distress call. (The third R was added sometime in the post WWII years, probably to make it stand out.) Remember, ships used the short waves too, and there was great concern that some vessel at sea not go on alert by accident should one tune across a Ham signal asking for emergency assistance ashore. It may surprise many Hams today to know that emergency communications was the raison d'être for Amateur Radio for many decades (before contesting took over ;-) Traffic handling - mostly on CW of course - was a huge undertaking involving a great many Hams, at least all over the USA, who kept daily nets and schedules simply to move traffic. Message handling was training for emergency service. Awards were given for those handling the most traffic most efficiently, much like recognition is given to contest winners today. Indeed, our current DX windows at the lower 25 kHz of the bands were originally set aside for emergency communications. When the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) declared an emergency, they were off limits to all US Amateurs except stations engaged in actual emergency traffic handling. The entire 160 meter band was completely shut down to all but emergency communications when an emergency was declared by the FCC. Now we 'shut down' whole bands for a contest by sheer QRM if not by rule ;-) How times change, but emergencies still happen and there are many Hams for whom emergency communications is their first interest. They drop everything to support their fellow Hams following earthquakes, storms, and other disasters. Like the maritime services today, they generally use voice rather than Morse, but otherwise not much has changed. Ships use satellite phones or VHF radios when they are in range and working, just like Hams often turn to VHF radios and repeaters when they are in range and working. But the mainstay, the always dependable workhorse of emergency communications for both ships at sea and Hams ashore, remains point-to-point communications on the HF short waves by any mode that works. That need for flexible emergency communications on HF is the primary reason we Hams have permission to share the commercial SSB frequencies around 60 meters today. Ron AC7AC (maritime radiotelegraph operator and GMDSS system maintainer and operator). -Original Message- From a Google search QRRR Official ARRL land distress call Never heard of such nonsense, if indeed that is what it means. If someone really is in distress they should call SOS at least everyone who can read CW will understand that. 73 Dave, G4AON (ex marine radio officer) /Would someone explain what QRRR is73 de Ed N7EDK/ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Immediately Exit in Rtty with Terminal
Michael E. Issinger wrote: is there a way to stop idle in RTTY with the terminal? Like ..__ with the paddle. http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_operating_tips.htm#RTTY%20operation%20without%20a%20computer 8. If you pause, the K3 will remain in a data idle state for about 4 seconds before automatically returning to receive mode. To cut the 4 second timeout to about 1 second, you can send ..-- (IM prosign, for IMmediately exit). 73, Bill -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Immediately-Exit-in-Rtty-with-Terminal-tp1123851p1123910.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] K3 Loss of VFO B control
Jerry I have had 2 failed encoders and am waiting for the second replacement. In my case, it was not due to any shorts occurring although I believe Elecraft are now advising the fitting of an adhesive rubber insulating pad behind VFO B encoder. Looks like they had a bad batch from the manufacturer, Bourns. Tom G3OLB I had a bad encoder assembly in the K3 I assembled recently - I proved it by swapping A and B encoders and observing the problem switch with it. Elecraft shipped me a new one which fixed it (after much sweat replacing it - that front panel removal is a PITA). I suspect Elecraft is not checking the encoders before shipping them to us. Jerry W4UK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] UK Elecraft net report for Sunday 28th September
Two of our usual stations were busy with their Jura operation, unfortunately they didn't call in to the net. I worked Jura earlier in the week with incredible signal strength. Topics this week included: K3 2nd receiver issues, particularly miss-match issues due to filters/bandwidth settings. Mini VNA vs. MFJ259 and LP-100 for antenna measurements Power line noise and the noise reduction limitations of the K3 compared to a Perseus receiver. Using the IF output of a K3, is a pre-amp really necessary... Stations this week were: G0YLM, Lynda G0IDA, Bernie G3YHM, Rod EI6IZ, Brendan M0KWV, Martin GM4ESD, Geoff 73 until next week! Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80, Acom 1000, dipole antenna ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
David, You are correct, PAN PAN three times is the right phrase. 73 Arie PA3A -Oorspronkelijk bericht- Van: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Namens David Woolley (E.L) Verzonden: zondag 28 september 2008 10:32 Aan: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Onderwerp: Re: [Elecraft] QRRR Dave G4AON wrote: Jon, the CW equivalent of PAN PAN PAN (it should be repeated three times) is XXX XXX XXX (again repeated three times), which I doubt I believe it is PAN-PAN that should be repeated three times, i.e. PAN-PAN PAN-PAN PAN-PAN. Only one MAYDAY or PAN-PAN is used in each subsequent transmission. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 - no output power
I have not yet determined the exact series of events, but something strange happens to both of my K3s. This weekend I have been participating in the Texas QSO Party. As it is both a CW and SSB event and multi-band I am doing jumps from band to band and mode to mode. Many times I get to the destination freq/mode and I have ZERO output power displayed on the K3 power meter and very low output on my station watt meters. It appears to be less than 1 watt. The fix is quite simple. Put the, then failing, K3 into TUNE position. The power comes up - switch it out of tune - go on my way at the desired power level. This happens when going from SSB to CW, CW to SSB, and Band to Band. After the event I will try to get more info as to what key sequence gets them there, but I would assume I am not alone here as both of my K3s are acting the same. I am running 2.38 / 1.90 firmware. 73, Bruce - N1LN (aka: NC4KW) K3 # 1062 K3 # 1193 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Loss of VFO B control
Hi Jerry: The encoders have a printed circuit board that has 10 leads attached to the top of each and soldered into place. The top of the leads, in some cases, are TOO LONG and may interfere with the DSP board above it. In most cases there is enough clearance, but to be on the safe side I used a metal finger-nail FILE to carefully file down those leads to the top of the pool of solder that holds them in place. Inspect the clearance after the DSP board is in place just to make sure. There is not much space and it seems to me that putting any kind of insulating material there will only put pressure on the DSP board and cause it to FLEX. Only MHOP : ) 73's Tony K2ZLS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
If I had real trouble, on phone, I would say HELP, EMERGENCY, HELP ME which would be understood by all English speakers anywhere. Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] QRRR Date: Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:43:46 +0200 David, You are correct, PAN PAN three times is the right phrase. 73 Arie PA3A -Oorspronkelijk bericht- Van: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Namens David Woolley (E.L) Verzonden: zondag 28 september 2008 10:32 Aan: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Onderwerp: Re: [Elecraft] QRRR Dave G4AON wrote: Jon, the CW equivalent of PAN PAN PAN (it should be repeated three times) is XXX XXX XXX (again repeated three times), which I doubt I believe it is PAN-PAN that should be repeated three times, i.e. PAN-PAN PAN-PAN PAN-PAN. Only one MAYDAY or PAN-PAN is used in each subsequent transmission. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
What ever happened to PAN and MAYDAY? - Original Message - From: Dave G4AON [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 3:31 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] QRRR From a Google search QRRR Official ARRL land distress call Never heard of such nonsense, if indeed that is what it means. If someone really is in distress they should call SOS at least everyone who can read CW will understand that. 73 Dave, G4AON (ex marine radio officer) /Would someone explain what QRRR is73 de Ed N7EDK/ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
Never heard of such nonsense Around 1969 or 70 I was taught in both code classes offered by a local club and getting started kinds of books (probably ARRL publications) that QRRR was a standard distress signal. I remember having the impression that SOS was old fashion and that QRRR was preferred, but that might have been just my personal misunderstanding. Fortunately I've never heard either one in actual use. I think that from a practical point of view I would stick with SOS ( or Mayday on voice) because of the almost universal recognition that comes from the hundreds or thousands of TV and movie scenes that have used these over the years. 73, Paul - N8XMS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KX1 -weird KXPD1 problem
Hello, Having a bizarre issue with the KX1 paddle... just got it put together the other day. When I plug the paddles in, they work as they should, no problem. As I tighten the thumbscrew, it continues to work... but after that last turn to get it really tight against the KX1, instead of a 'dit' or a 'dah' from either paddle, I get a 'di-dah' from *both* of them. I figured that if I put an extra washer in there (despite the fact that the errata specifically says use only one washer) that would solve the problem. I emailed Elecraft to make sure that was ok and was told that it was fine - but unfortunately it didn't fix it. It doesn't seem to matter how far that screw is in - it doesn't start behaving wrong until that last final tightening of the screw. The key jack on the KX1 is completely flush with the KX1 case. The paddle seems to be put together fine, but with one slight possible issue - the plug itself is slightly less than flush with the body of the key itself, but we're talkin less than a MM here. Should I unsolder the wires and back it out a half turn perhaps? Thanks for any help! 73, Dave K8DJW ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 CW decode (Dave G4AON)
Yes, Dave I am using an external keyer, thanks for info. But i don't understand why! 73 Giuliano I0CG K3 #1814 - From: Dave G4AON [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 CW decode To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Giuliano are you using paddle input? There isn't a parameter to give receive decode without TX decode, it works for me using paddles, not tried it with a straight key or external keyer. 73 Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80 my new K3 decode well the recived CW but don't decode my transmission. Eny suggestion? Thanks for help Giuliano I0CG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 CW decode (Dave G4AON)
See pg. 33 and pg. 34 of the K3 Owner's Manual. It states that text decode in CW works if you use the K3's internal keyer (paddle input). It doesn't work when straight key or external keyer. The Manual could be more definite on this point, it seems to come up often. Bob NW8L On Sun, Sep 28, 2008 at 7:48 AM, Giuliano [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, Dave I am using an external keyer, thanks for info. But i don't understand why! 73 Giuliano I0CG K3 #1814 - From: Dave G4AON [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 CW decode To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Giuliano are you using paddle input? There isn't a parameter to give receive decode without TX decode, it works for me using paddles, not tried it with a straight key or external keyer. 73 Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80 my new K3 decode well the recived CW but don't decode my transmission. Eny suggestion? Thanks for help Giuliano I0CG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR
What ever happened to PAN and MAYDAY? They are still in use by commercial operators. See table below. Message TypeTelephony Telegraphy DistressMAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY SOS SOS SOS Urgency PAN PAN PAN PAN PAN PANXXX XXX XXX Safety SECURITY SECURITY SECURITY TTT TTT TTT Doug, N0HH ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] keyer with CW decode memory programming
if you use the K3's internal keyer (paddle input). It doesn't work when straight key or external keyer. The Manual could be more definite on this point, it seems to come up often. Bob NW8L AND... as I forgot yesterday, your paddle hooked up to your keyer will NOT program the K3 internal memories eithergotta be direct to the K3 paddle input. bill ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 and Hamradio Deluxe
Since updating to FW 2.38, Hamradio deluxe is no longer able to connect with the K3. It says can't read K3 frequency OR the K3 is in Memory Mode, whatever that means. The Elecraft Utility sees the K3 just fine. Has anyone encountered this and resolved it? tnx, Fred K3 # 144 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Filters
How do you select xtal filters whilst in data modes? Tom GM4FDM -- So I met the bloke who invented crosswords today. I can't remember his name, it's P something T something R. --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 080927-0, 27/09/2008 Tested on: 28/09/2008 15:23:47 avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2008 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.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 and Hamradio Deluxe
Hi Fred, same happend to me. Update HRD to the latest version. That solves the problem for me. 73 de Sascha, DH2SE Since updating to FW 2.38, Hamradio deluxe is no longer able to connect with the K3. It says can't read K3 frequency OR the K3 is in Memory Mode, whatever that means. The Elecraft Utility sees the K3 just fine. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-and-Hamradio-Deluxe-tp1124207p1124235.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] K3 Strange power switch behaviour
A funny thing just happened. I went to turn on the K3 for the first time today and when I turned the psu on, the radio sprang to life straight away without having to press the power button. Than when I press the power button to switch the K3 off I get a bright blank screen and it will not turn on again until I disconnect and reconnect the 12v psu! Other than this behaviour, the K3 appears to function normally. I did have to swap over the dsp boards yesterday but it functioned fine immediately after that, I know it did because I had to update the firmware on the dsp board and I cycled the power normally after doing it. Any ideas? I'm confused. I have disconnected everything from the front and back of the K3 apart from the powerpole and antenna. Thanks and 73 Stephen G4SJP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Strange power switch behaviour
Sorry, but I jumped the gun a a bit with my last post. I have now turned the alarm off and normal behaviour has returned! I find it odd however that the K3 should behave in that way, in that with an alarm set it is necessary to remove external power in order to get the radio to turn back on again. I set the alarm last night, but it turned off normally then! I have just set the alarm again - all behaving perfectly now! Very strange... I'd be grateful for a comment from Aptos! 73 Stephen G4SJP On 28/09/2008 17:00, Stephen Prior [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A funny thing just happened. I went to turn on the K3 for the first time today and when I turned the psu on, the radio sprang to life straight away without having to press the power button. Than when I press the power button to switch the K3 off I get a bright blank screen and it will not turn on again until I disconnect and reconnect the 12v psu! Other than this behaviour, the K3 appears to function normally. I did have to swap over the dsp boards yesterday but it functioned fine immediately after that, I know it did because I had to update the firmware on the dsp board and I cycled the power normally after doing it. Any ideas? I'm confused. I have disconnected everything from the front and back of the K3 apart from the powerpole and antenna. Thanks and 73 Stephen G4SJP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Loss of VFO B control
I think it would be a good idea if Elecraft would start checking every encoder before shipping. It is VERY difficult to disassemble/reassemble that front panel. How about it, elecraft - can you start checking them there? Also - do we need to be concerned that other components of the K3 are not being checked 100% before they are sent to us? Jerry W4UK At 06:14 AM 9/28/2008, Tom Boucher wrote: Jerry I have had 2 failed encoders and am waiting for the second replacement. In my case, it was not due to any shorts occurring although I believe Elecraft are now advising the fitting of an adhesive rubber insulating pad behind VFO B encoder. Looks like they had a bad batch from the manufacturer, Bourns. Tom G3OLB I had a bad encoder assembly in the K3 I assembled recently - I proved it by swapping A and B encoders and observing the problem switch with it. Elecraft shipped me a new one which fixed it (after much sweat replacing it - that front panel removal is a PITA). I suspect Elecraft is not checking the encoders before shipping them to us. Jerry W4UK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR (OT)
Paul wrote: Around 1969 or 70 I was taught in both code classes offered by a local club and getting started kinds of books (probably ARRL publications) that QRRR was a standard distress signal. I remember having the impression that SOS was old fashion and that QRRR was preferred. That's one of many examples why ham-info should *always* be considered suspect until it has been checked against facts from outside the ham community. I've never heard either one in actual use. I wonder if SOS has ever been used on the ham bands and documented. I've never heard of such, in 40 years. I kept a receiver on the maritime MF distress and calling frequency (500 kHz) nightly for many years and never heard a distress call. (I did hear a lot of other interesting stuff there.) There's a very clear and concise explaination of these distress and safety prosigns at http://ship25bsa.org/mayday.html . The text cites the Marconi Yearbook of Wireless Telegraphy and Telephony (1918) as saying: [SOS] was adopted simply on account of its easy radiation and its unmistakable character. There is no special signification in the letter themselves, and it is entirely incorrect to put full stops between them [the letters]. I think that from a practical point of view I would stick with SOS (or Mayday on voice) because of the almost universal recognition that comes from the hundreds or thousands of TV and movie scenes that have used these over the years. However, the SOS on most of these movies is sent as three individual characters, not as the correct single character. One movie from 1979 is even titled S. O. S. Titanic although IIRC the Morse transmissions in the opening credits sent the sign properly, even to the point of simulating the sound of a spark transmitter. But even if incorrectly sent as S O S, it makes much more sense than that idiotic QRRR proposition. For a tremendously interesting description of maritime Morse operations on 500 kHz (the most important Morse frequency of all time) from only 30 years ago, see the seven part series written by KH2PZ at http://jproc.ca/radiostor/cw500pt1.html . Part six describes his first SOS as a US Coast Guard coast station radio operator. Its all gone now, except for a few who try to keep memories alive in the only place where Morse (of some nature) is still in service (the ham bands). Mike / KK5F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Icom headphones giving trouble?? (K2)
I have tried to use my Heil head phones I had for my IC-746 on my K2 and they don't seem to work with the Heil Kenwood adapter Elecraft said I needed. I normally use CW but thought I would play on SSB this morning. I have a Kenwood dynamic hand mic (500 ohms) and it works but audio reports aren't great. The head phones have always had great audio but I can't seem to get them to work? Do these head phones need a powered mic element. They are made for Icom radios and have an IC on the mic boom pivot. Any ideas?? Mike AB0TX...___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 and Ham Radio Deluxe; fixed
Thank you. Indeed, the radio and HRD WERE on 4,800 baud rate. With the FW upgrade, the K3 switched to 38,400 without my notice, and HRD had to be told to make that change. Now, copasetic. 73, Fred K3 # 144___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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: KX1 -weird KXPD1 problem
If you have a spare jack... Wire it to a seperate key, plug it in to the KX1 and see if you get the same problem... If so, then the problem probably *is* the jack is not going in far enough and you'll need to back it out of the KXPD1 a bit... Dave KK7SS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Line In problem ...
After installing the KRX3 in my original factory assembled K3 (s/n 622), I find the Line In is unresponsive. If I run the Line In and Monitor levels at maximum, I can just barely hear the input in the background. Line In was working normally prior to installing the KRX3. Any idea where to start looking? 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] K3 - Two small UI suggestions
After playing with my K3 for a few days (FW rev 2.38), I've come up with two small suggestions for a future firmware release, someday when you have nothing better to do :-) 1.) Make the TX indicator flash any time TX is disabled. It already flashes when in TX TEST mode, but I'd also like it to flash when TX is disabled because I'm outside a ham band. 2.) Make ALL menu items with only two possible states sensitive to knob turn direction instead of alternating states. Currently, to turn on text decode in a data mode, I can turn the VFO B knob either direction and get alternating ON / OFF states. I'd like to turn it clockwise to turn it ON, and turn it counter-clockwise to turn it OFF. The CONFIG:PWR SET works this way now and I think it would be better if all ON/OFF-type items worked this way. 73 -- Joe KB8AP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Icom headphones giving trouble?? (K2)
Mike, The Heil microphones labeled IC all have electret elements and *all* electret elements *do* need a source of bias. How your K2 microphone configuration header must be configured depends on your adapter - in your case, the Heil Kenwood adapter puts mic AF on pin 1 and PTT on pin 2 and pins 7 and 8 should be grounded for the return path. In other words, jumper the K2 mic configuration header in the K2 straight across for these pins. See below for how you apply the bias - that gets a bit more complicated becasue there are several ways to wire the bias in. I would recommend using a 5.6k resistor - that mic element is the same as used in the Elecraft microphones that were produced by Heil - the MD2, the older MH2, and the ProSet K2, those microphones sork well with a 5.6k bias resistor to 5 volts. You can make it work just fine by adding a bias resistor from +5 volts (on the K2 front panel board) to pin 1 of the mic jack. BUT, your Kenwood dynamic microphone will not like the bias resistor installed, so you need to decide on using one or the other. 73, Don W3FPR Michael Harvey wrote: I have tried to use my Heil head phones I had for my IC-746 on my K2 and they don't seem to work with the Heil Kenwood adapter Elecraft said I needed. I normally use CW but thought I would play on SSB this morning. I have a Kenwood dynamic hand mic (500 ohms) and it works but audio reports aren't great. The head phones have always had great audio but I can't seem to get them to work? Do these head phones need a powered mic element. They are made for Icom radios and have an IC on the mic boom pivot. Any ideas?? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 -weird KXPD1 problem
Dave, My guess is that your problem is in the key jack and not with the paddles. Something is shorting both the dot and dash contacts together when your KXPD1 is tightened. Is the KX1 key jack positioned to exactly match the silk-screening on the board? If not, it should be. If you need to reposition it, you might find a way to heat all 3 pins at the same time and move it into place. If you can't find the cause, I would suggest replacing the key jack. It is possible that the contacts inside the jack are slightly distorted from normal and only show the problem when the KXPD1 is securely tightened. 73, Don W3FPR David Wallace wrote: Hello, Having a bizarre issue with the KX1 paddle... just got it put together the other day. When I plug the paddles in, they work as they should, no problem. As I tighten the thumbscrew, it continues to work... but after that last turn to get it really tight against the KX1, instead of a 'dit' or a 'dah' from either paddle, I get a 'di-dah' from *both* of them. I figured that if I put an extra washer in there (despite the fact that the errata specifically says use only one washer) that would solve the problem. I emailed Elecraft to make sure that was ok and was told that it was fine - but unfortunately it didn't fix it. It doesn't seem to matter how far that screw is in - it doesn't start behaving wrong until that last final tightening of the screw. The key jack on the KX1 is completely flush with the KX1 case. The paddle seems to be put together fine, but with one slight possible issue - the plug itself is slightly less than flush with the body of the key itself, but we're talkin less than a MM here. Should I unsolder the wires and back it out a half turn perhaps? Thanks for any help! ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Calibrating K3
Hello Does anyone know of a simple way to calibrate a K3? I have been messing with mine for two days and getting absolutely now where. I did manage to get FL1 set to 400, but that was purely by accident. Have been trying to get FL2 set to 2.70 all day and just can't seem to get it done. 73 Scott N5SM S ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 - Two small UI suggestions
Personally I prefer the alternating states as I always spin one way to make the change. On Sun, 2008-09-28 at 12:03 -0700, Joe Planisky wrote: After playing with my K3 for a few days (FW rev 2.38), I've come up with two small suggestions for a future firmware release, someday when you have nothing better to do :-) 1.) Make the TX indicator flash any time TX is disabled. It already flashes when in TX TEST mode, but I'd also like it to flash when TX is disabled because I'm outside a ham band. 2.) Make ALL menu items with only two possible states sensitive to knob turn direction instead of alternating states. Currently, to turn on text decode in a data mode, I can turn the VFO B knob either direction and get alternating ON / OFF states. I'd like to turn it clockwise to turn it ON, and turn it counter-clockwise to turn it OFF. The CONFIG:PWR SET works this way now and I think it would be better if all ON/OFF-type items worked this way. 73 -- Joe KB8AP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR (OT)
On 9/28/2008 10:07 AM, Mike Morrow wrote: Its all gone now, except for a few who try to keep memories alive in the only place where Morse (of some nature) is still in service (the ham bands). Not so, Mike. There are several MF/HF Public Coast Stations still on the air in the US, using CW and RTTY/SITOR (commercial AMTOR) to handle public correspondence with ships. Morse is not banned on the maritime channels, just no longer required for distress and safety purposes. See www.radiomarine.org for more info. -- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402 From a Clearing in the Silicon Forest Beaverton (Washington County) Oregon ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Calibrating K3
I did manage to get FL1 set to 400, but that was purely by accident. Have been trying to get FL2 set to 2.70 all day and just can't seem to get it done. The widest filter goes in FL1, the narrowest in FL5. It's OK to have empties. It is not OK to have a wider filter (2.7) in a higher numbered slot (FL2) than a narrower filter (400 in FL1). Please see Rule #2 on page 73 of the K3 manual, Rev D1. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] QRRR (OT)
I wrote: Its all gone now, except for a few who try to keep memories alive in the only place where Morse (of some nature) is still in service (the ham bands). Phil wrote: Not so, Mike. There are several MF/HF Public Coast Stations still on the air in the US, using CW and RTTY/SITOR (commercial AMTOR) to handle public correspondence with ships. Morse is not banned on the maritime channels, just no longer required for distress and safety purposes. Phil, my outlook on those operations is different, though I accept your point that they are another venue outside ham radio where Morse operations take place (rarely). I'm very familiar with the wonderful efforts of RD and the others at www.radiomarine.org , including the several times each year that they do a very limited revival of operations from what's left of a couple of famous Pacific Coast stations, often in conjunction with some old Victory or Liberty museum ship whose Morse station has been activated for the special event. But it is all essentially a historical reenactment by historical preservationist groups. Bona fide profit- and safety-driven commercial Morse operations in the USA ended on 12 July 1999. As interesting and laudable as these reenactments are, they do not represent any remnant of the originals that continues to serve real commercial and regulatory (SOLAS) requirements. It is odd but true that the FCC will still license stations and operators for this service, although Second Class Radiotelegraph licenses have had greatly reduced Morse exam requirements for about 25 years, since the FCC allowed crediting the very simple Amateur Extra Morse exam to the commercial ticket. But the FCC also continued to offer the Aircraft Radiotelegraph Operator exam and endorsement for decades after the last aircraft radiotelegraph operator position had been eliminated, so it's anyone's guess how many decades these other obsolete tickets will be issued. I let mine expire 15 years ago. Mike / KK5F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Filters
The same way as in voice and CW modes? They are linked to the DSP bandwidth or may be selected using a tap of the XFIL button. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Wylie Sent: Sunday, September 28, 2008 11:24 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Filters How do you select xtal filters whilst in data modes? Tom GM4FDM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 - interfacing to N1MM Contest Logging software
After a bit of frustration with poor documentation, I've got my laptop connected to my new K3 using the Elecraft KUSB USB to Serial Adapter. I was pleased to find a K3 option in the N1MM Configurer but I have a few questions. ESCape key - In the configurer, N1MM says that ESC will not interrupt CW keying via the radio communications port. But I'm using the DTR line on the single RS232 interface for keying and ESC seems to instantly stop any F key-initiated sending. Am I missing something? Stop bits - I apologize for my naivete on this, but N1MM sets the stop bits at 2 while also noting that Elecraft recommends 1 stop bit. Anybody know why? Should I change it to 1 stop bit? It works fine as is (2 stop bits) so I'm basically in the if it ain't broke, don't fix it mode. Speed - N1MM sets the speed at 4800 baud and also notes that Elecraft recommends 4800-38,400 baud. The Elecraft KUSB adapter set itself initially at 9600 baud. Any insights here? Again, I'm in don't fix it... mode Thanks, Barry, K6RM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 - interfacing to N1MM Contest Logging software
Barry, I believe you are correct in your if it ain't broke, don't fix it stance. Keep on keeping on! However there are two things to be aware of in case of trouble down the road. 1).Usually, USB to serial adapters work better at high speeds than low - that is counterintuitive, but true. 2).For asynchronous RS232 protocol, the number of stop bits stated is a minimum number. With a properly functioning device at both ends, increasing the number of stop bits should do nothing. The state of the 'stop bit' is the same as the idle state - that means when communication pauses, the result is electrically the same as a large number of stop bits. I believe your ESC key 'problem' may be a matter of definition. Keying via DTR is not keying via the radio communications port by my definitions. I would interpret that statement in the K1MM documentation to mean keying by a technique similar to the K2/K3 KY command (which uses the TXD/RXD communication lines). Yes, the DTR signal is a part of the RS-232 interface, but is is a signalling (control) line and not a communications line - TXD and RXD are the 'communications' lines. Others can tell you if my interpretation is correct in light of the K1MM implementation (I don't know that answer), but I know the terminology I used is correct for RS-232 communications. 73, Don W3FPR Barry Pfeil wrote: After a bit of frustration with poor documentation, I've got my laptop connected to my new K3 using the Elecraft KUSB USB to Serial Adapter. I was pleased to find a K3 option in the N1MM Configurer but I have a few questions. ESCape key - In the configurer, N1MM says that ESC will not interrupt CW keying via the radio communications port. But I'm using the DTR line on the single RS232 interface for keying and ESC seems to instantly stop any F key-initiated sending. Am I missing something? Stop bits - I apologize for my naivete on this, but N1MM sets the stop bits at 2 while also noting that Elecraft recommends 1 stop bit. Anybody know why? Should I change it to 1 stop bit? It works fine as is (2 stop bits) so I'm basically in the if it ain't broke, don't fix it mode. Speed - N1MM sets the speed at 4800 baud and also notes that Elecraft recommends 4800-38,400 baud. The Elecraft KUSB adapter set itself initially at 9600 baud. Any insights here? Again, I'm in don't fix it... mode ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Loss of VFO B encoder control
After swapping the VFO A and B encoders on my K3 work-in-progress, the no encoder control problem moved from VFO B to VFO A. So separately I've email K3support asking for a replacement encoder. Now, has anyone come up with a better solution for separating the front panel from the main radio, being kind to the paint job? I haven't ding'ed it yet after four attach/remove cycles, but the two insert screwdriver here slots just aren't cutting it for me! 73 Rick N6CY -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 18:53 To: Rick and Theresa Low Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Loss of VFO B encoder control Rick, Does the VFO B knob change the frequency of VFO B? If it does, there is nothing wrong with the encoder, and you should send a note to [EMAIL PROTECTED] If not, swap the encoder between VFO B and RIT (or VFO A and VFO B whichever is easiest for you) - if the problem follows the encoder position, ask for a replacement encoder. If the problem stays with VFO B, then there is a front panel problem and you should ask [EMAIL PROTECTED] for additional assistance. 73, Don W3FPR Rick and Theresa Low wrote: (separate weekend mail sent to K3support) I'm in the middle of Test and Calibration, which begins on page 64 of the Assembly manual. Initial power Checks: satisfactory Synthesizer Calibration: completed satisfactorily Filter setup: made it through Filter Bandwidth Setup and Filter Center Frequency Setup...but it appears the settings may not have been accepted...and I've lost control of the ability to change anything using the VFO B encoder. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] KAT3 Problem
Hi, Just getting K3 going and KAT3 does not tune properly on 7 and 24 MHz. I'm pretty sure it worked earlier today on a 40 m dipole I put up but now it doesn't tune the dipole or a dummy load. When trying to tune the dummy load and checking the L C I get Ca = Ct=0.66 nF and L=0.75 uH and 2.5:1 SWR. If I change Ca = 0.04 nF and L = 0.1 uH I get 1.0:1 but when hitting tune again the KAT3 goes back to the previous 2.5:1 settings. All other bands except 24 MHz seem ok. Any thoughts? Thanks, KE7X Fred Cady Fcady at ieee dot org 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 please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 u want lots youth to do Morse?
If u want many many young people to learn and use Morse PUT A MORSE KEY ON THE CEL HAND TELEPHONE for creating msm messages. A setting in the phone menu makes the # key a Morse input key. Just do that and watch the teenagers flock to it because it is so much faster than keyboard input and, best, it is a SECRET language! Hey Nokia/Martti, r u listening? Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:47:53 -0400 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] QRRR (OT) CC: elecraft@mailman.qth.net I wrote: Its all gone now, except for a few who try to keep memories alive in the only place where Morse (of some nature) is still in service (the ham bands). Phil wrote: Not so, Mike. There are several MF/HF Public Coast Stations still on the air in the US, using CW and RTTY/SITOR (commercial AMTOR) to handle public correspondence with ships. Morse is not banned on the maritime channels, just no longer required for distress and safety purposes. Phil, my outlook on those operations is different, though I accept your point that they are another venue outside ham radio where Morse operations take place (rarely). I'm very familiar with the wonderful efforts of RD and the others at www.radiomarine.org , including the several times each year that they do a very limited revival of operations from what's left of a couple of famous Pacific Coast stations, often in conjunction with some old Victory or Liberty museum ship whose Morse station has been activated for the special event. But it is all essentially a historical reenactment by historical preservationist groups. Bona fide profit- and safety-driven commercial Morse operations in the USA ended on 12 July 1999. As interesting and laudable as these reenactments are, they do not represent any remnant of the originals that continues to serve real commercial and regulatory (SOLAS) requirements. It is odd but true that the FCC will still license stations and operators for this service, although Second Class Radiotelegraph licenses have had greatly reduced Morse exam requirements for about 25 years, since the FCC allowed crediting the very simple Amateur Extra Morse exam to the commercial ticket. But the FCC also continued to offer the Aircraft Radiotelegraph Operator exam and endorsement for decades after the last aircraft radiotelegraph operator position had been eliminated, so it's anyone's guess how many decades these other obsolete tickets will be issued. I let mine expire 15 years ago. Mike / KK5F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 and Hamradio Deluxe
On Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:18:25 -0600, cloud runner [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Since updating to FW 2.38, Hamradio deluxe is no longer able to connect with the K3. It says can't read K3 frequency OR the K3 is in Memory Mode, whatever that means. The Elecraft Utility sees the K3 just fine. Has anyone encountered this and resolved it? tnx, Fred K3 # 144 Mine is working fine with the newest FW and HRD. Tom, N5GE - SWOT 3537 - Grid EM12jq Those who would give up Essential Liberty to purchase a little Temporary Safety deserve neither Liberty nor Safety An excerpt from a letter written in 1755 from the Assembly to the Governor of Pennsylvania. Support the entire Constitution, not just the parts you like. http://www.n5ge.com http://www.eQSL.cc/Member.cfm?N5GE ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 - amp plate current wiggles on fsk
I made a few contacts in the cqww rtty today with a K3. Everything seemed to work fb, but I noticed the amplifier plate current wiggling with FSK modulation. I never noticed this with my old TS-850. I hooked up a hand key to the K3 FSK jack, and when the key went down, there was a short power excursion upwards. When the key went up, there was a short power excursion downwards. The final power was the same after these excursions settled out (about 0.5 second). The power excursions were about 100 watts out of 1500. Operationally this is no big deal, but I wonder if there are transients being generated. Has anyone else noticed this? Dave Hachadorian, K6LL Yuma, AZ . ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Loss of VFO B encoder control
Rick, N6CY, asked: ...has anyone come up with a better solution for separating the front panel from the main radio, being kind to the paint job? I haven't ding'ed it yet after four attach/remove cycles, but the two insert screwdriver here slots just aren't cutting it for me! What's the problem is with the screwdriver slots, Rick? Ron AC7AC ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
