Re: [Elecraft] K3 HRD lastest beta not working with LP-Bride
OK Simon. I added support for AG$, IS, MD$, OM, RG$, RVA, RVF and RVR to LP-Bridge. That seems to allow HRD to work properly, at least for the commands that you appear to have added to the main polling routine. I will look through the dev reflector for further new commands that need to be added. I pass all your new SET commands through, so I only need to be concerned about new GET commands at the moment. After a little testing, I will release this version, but I will leave the current version on my website as well for those who are not running the K3 beta firmware. 73, Larry N8LP - Original Message - From: Simon (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Larry Phipps [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 12:41 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 HRD lastest beta not working with LP-Bride Hi Larry, Here's 1989 - http://mannindustries.net/hrd/public/betas/041/HRDv041b1989_Full.exe This implements everything available in Wayne's CAT support, as the radio stays in K31 all the time I hope your bridge is no longer broken - let's see. Simon Brown, HB9DRV www.ham-radio-deluxe.com - Original Message - From: Simon (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] New kit in about 30 minutes, I'll be in K31 mode all the time (as pre-1988) with the exception of the FW command where I'll send K30,FW;K31;. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 HRD lastest beta not working with LP-Bride
Hi Larry, That's it - the only commands not used in Polling are those used when you press the Menu button to get at all that Config stuff. Are you on the K3 Software list? If so we can co-ordinate this kind of thing there, I don't expect any major updates like build 1988 / 1989 until Wayne gets the channel support working. Simon Brown, HB9DRV www.ham-radio-deluxe.com - Original Message - From: Larry Phipps [EMAIL PROTECTED] OK Simon. I added support for AG$, IS, MD$, OM, RG$, RVA, RVF and RVR to LP-Bridge. That seems to allow HRD to work properly, at least for the commands that you appear to have added to the main polling routine. I will look through the dev reflector for further new commands that need to be added. I pass all your new SET commands through, so I only need to be concerned about new GET commands at the moment. After a little testing, I will release this version, but I will leave the current version on my website as well for those who are not running the K3 beta firmware. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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: 60 metre coverage in UK
Tom, Yes, I recall that there is a fix in the form of a 'run-once' firmware routine, but I don't know what it is. Send a query to [EMAIL PROTECTED] to obtain a definitive answer instead of a guess. 73, Don W3FPR Tom Boucher wrote: I think this subject has been covered before - so apologies for missing the reply: The UK allocated 60 metre channels extend down to 5.2585 MHz but my K3 will not transmit below 5.330 MHz and VFO B displays 'END'. Is there a fix? Tom G3OLB ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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: delay in ssb monitor
Olli, I had this problem until this weekend when I downloaded the latest firmware (2.38). I (and others) had thought it was associated with the audio ground and my SO2R controller, but looks like it wasn't! 73 Stewart GM4AFF -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Michael E. Issinger Sent: 06 October 2008 14:15 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3: delay in ssb monitor Hi K3 reflector, i worked today with the K3 on SSB and i noticed a little delay between my spech and the monitored signal. I guess this is caused by the TX- Audio Synthy. Is there any sugestion for the settings to get off this delay? thanks Olli, DH2WQ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.7.5/1705 - Release Date: 10/3/2008 8:18 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3: 2.7 vs 2.8 Filters Audio Impressions
I have read in the archives about the slope, bandwidth and IMD differences in these filters. But wondering if one is noticeably better than the other at making the LSB and USB received audio sounding similar. Also wondering if the transmitted audio sounds significantly better with using one of these over the other. If everything is about equal I'd definitely go with the cheaper 5 pole filters. Steve, W2MY, AAR6CX ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 noise
Steve Do you have a switching power supply? Is there one near it? Lee - K0WA In our day and age it seems that Common Sense is in short supply. If you don't have any Common Sense - get some Common Sense and use it. If you can't find any Common Sense, ask for help from somebody who has some Common Sense. Is Common Sense divine? --- On Mon, 10/6/08, n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Strange noise To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Monday, October 6, 2008, 6:45 PM Recently I've been hearing a strange noise. I've installed the latest FW 2.46 but I'm not sure when this started. It's only audible from an external speaker and cannot be heard through the front headphone jack. The noise is a random, pulsating tone of about 360Hz and sounds a bit like RTTY but only one tone. It follows the band noise. It shows up on any band, any frequency. With the antenna disconnected, it disappears. It can be heard in any mode. I can swing the manual notch across the spectrum and it disappears when set to about 360HZ. Please someone check for this. Settings: 1. Antenna connected 2. Tune to any band, any mode. 3. Do not tune in a signal. 4. Must use an external speaker plugged into rear jack. 5. Fitler opened wide. 6. Listen closley under the band noise for low pitch, pulsating tone around 320 to 400 hz. Let me know if you hear anything like this. Thanks. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] N2CQ QRP Contest Calendar: Oct 10 - Nov 9 2008
~ N2CQ QRP CONTEST CALENDAR October 10 - November 9, 2008 ~ 10-10 Day Sprint (All) ... QRP Category Oct 10, 0001z to 2359z Rules: http://www.ten-ten.org/rules.html ~ Worked All Britain HF Contest (Phone) ...QRP Category Oct 11, 1200z to Oct 12, 1200z Rules: http://wab.intermip.net/Contest%20Rules.php ~ Pennsylvania QSO Party (CW/SSB/Digital) ... QRP Category Oct 11, 1600z to Oct 12, 0500z Oct 12, 1300z to Oct 12, 2200z Rules: http://www.nittany-arc.net/paqso.html ~ EU SPRINT CONTEST (CW) ... 100W category Oct 11, 1600z to 1959z Rules: http://www.eusprint.com/index.php?page=140lang=g ~ FISTS Fall Sprint (CW) ... QRP Category Oct 11, 1700z to 2100z Rules: http://www.fists.org/sprints.html ~ North American Sprint (RTTY) ... QRP Category Oct 12, Z to 0400Z Rules: http://www.ncjweb.com/sprintrules.php ~ SKCC Weekend Sprintathon (Straight Key CW) ... QRP Category Oct 12, z to 2359z Rules: http://www.skccgroup.com/sprint/wes/ ~ NAQCC Straight Key/Bug Sprint (CW) *** QRP Contest *** EDT: Oct 14, 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM UTC: Oct 15, 0030Z to 0230Z Rules: http://www.arm-tek.net/~yoel/contests.html ~ LZ Open 80m Sprint (CW) ... QRP Category Oct 18, z to 0400z Rules: http://www.lzopen.com/lzocc80/index.htm ~ QRP ARCI Fall QSO Party (CW) *** QRP Contest *** Oct 18, 1200z to Oct 19, 2400z Rules: http://www.qrparci.org ~ Worked All Germany Contest (CW/SSB) ... QRP Category Oct 18, 1500z to Oct 19, 1459z Rules: http://www.darc.de/referate/dx/xedcgr.htm ~ 070 Club 160m Great Pumpkin Sprint (PSK) ... QRP Category Oct 18, 2000 to Oct 19, 0200 (Local Time) Rules: http://www.podxs070.com//contests/160m_sprint_rules08.htm ~ Illinois QSO Party (CW/PH)... QRP Category Oct 19, 1700z to Oct 20, 0100z Rules: http://www.w9awe.org/ILQP.html ~ RUN FOR THE BACON (CW) *** QRP CONTEST *** EDT: Oct 19, 9 PM to 11 PM UTC: Oct 20, 0100z 0300z Rules: http://fpqrp.net:80/fpqrprun.php ~ SKCC Sprint (Straight Key CW) ... QRP Awards Oct 22, z to 0200z Rules: http://www.skccgroup.com/sprint/sks/ ~ CQ WW DX Contest (SSB) ... QRP Category Oct 25, z to Oct 26, 2400z Rules: http://www.cqww.com/2008_rules_cqww.pdf ~ Ten-Ten QSO Party (CW/Digital) ... QRP Category Oct 25, 0001z to Oct 26, 2359z Rules: http://www.ten-ten.org/rules.html ~ MQFD Monthly Sprint (CW/PH/Digital) *** QRP Contest *** Oct 25, 1800z to 2200z Rules: http://w2agn.net/mqfdsprint.html ~ Zombie Shuffle (CW) *** QRP CONTEST *** Nov 1, Local Sundown to Local Midnight (Any 4 hour period) Rules: http://www.zianet.com/QRP/ ~ HA-QRP Contest (CW - 80 Meters) *** QRP Contest*** Nov 1, z to Nov 7, 2400z Rules: http://www.radiovilag.hu/haqrp2.htm ~ Ukrainian DX Contest (CW/SSB) ... QRP Category Nov 1, 1200z to Nov 2, 1200z Rules: http://www.ucc.zp.ua/urdxc2007rules_eng.htm ~ ARRL Sweepstakes (CW) ... QRP Category Nov 1, 2100z to Nov 3, 0300z Rules: http://www.arrl.org/contests/rules/2008/novss.html ~ Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov 2, 0200 AM ~ High Speed Club Contest (CW) ... QRP Category Nov 2, 0900z to 1100z and 1500z to 1700z Rules: http://www.dl3bzz.de/html/hscconte.html ~ Adventure Radio Spartan Sprint (CW) *** QRP Event! *** Nov 4, 0200z to 0400z (First Monday 9 PM EST) Info: http://arsqrp.pbwiki.com/Spartan+Sprints ~ WAE RTTY Contest ... 100W Category Nov 8, z to Nov 9, 2359z Rules: http://www.darc.de/referate/dx/xedcwr.htm
Re: [Elecraft] K2 Transmitted Phase Noise?
Kenneth Silverman wrote: Do K2/100's have a known transmitted phase noise issue? I looked at the reflector archives, and there was some comment by K6SE (SK) in 2005 that seemed to indicate there was, but the scenario seemed rather specific. I used a pair of K2/100's as a SO2R pair for 5 years. I never felt that TX phase noise was a limitation for me. I could listen quite well on other bands except near the harmonics of the transmitter. This is at either 100W or 1500W level. I have ICE bandpass filters and stubs and most of my antennas have reasonable isolation. Tor N4OGW -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K2-Transmitted-Phase-Noise--tp1298858p1303639.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] KX-1 vs K1 Side-tone
Keith, Don't forget the LCD illumination mod. That is essential for dimly lit rooms or outside at night portable operation! You will have a lot of fun with the K1. Great little rig. 73, Sandy W5TVW - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] KX-1 vs K1 Side-tone Thanks Don, that just about seals it for me then - K1 (fully loaded) for Christmas! 73 Keith GW4OKT -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 07 October 2008 10:37 To: Williams, Keith R SEIC-AL Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX-1 vs K1 Side-tone Kieth, The KX1 sidetone is generated by an MCU output and is sent through an RC filter to smooth it, so the result is more sine wave-like than a square wave (but it is not perfect). The K1 uses a DAC output for the sidetone, so it should be more like a real sinewave. 73, Don W3FPR [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am trying to decide on my next kit purchase, either KX1 or K1. I read reviews on the KX-1 indicating the side-tone is a square wave, which I am not keen on; is the K1 side-tone the same? I really would like a good sine wave if possible. Keith Williams GW4OKT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.173 / Virus Database: 270.7.6/1712 - Release Date: 10/7/2008 9:41 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Katiegram
Received a Katiegram last evening (10/6) for my 2nd K3. The first one has been so lonely lately. Philip ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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: 60 metre coverage in UK
I think this subject has been covered before - so apologies for missing the reply: The UK allocated 60 metre channels extend down to 5.2585 MHz but my K3 will not transmit below 5.330 MHz and VFO B displays 'END'. Is there a fix? Tom G3OLB___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 noise
On Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:45:01 -0400, Steve Ellington wrote: Recently I've been hearing a strange noise. I've installed the latest FW 2.46 but I'm not sure when this started. It's only audible from an external speaker and cannot be heard through the front headphone jack. Is your AFX on? I think that can produce weird results through a mono speaker. 73, Drew AF2Z ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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] Tennessee QSO Party Log Submission deadline
Just a friendly reminder to anyone who played and has not submitted their log yet, logs are due on October 9th. We'd love to have yours! See who takes home the generously donated Elecraft XG-1 kit! Julius Fazekas N2WN Tennessee Contest Group TnQP http://www.tnqp.org/ Elecraft K2/100 #3311 Elecraft K2/100 #4455 Elecraft K3/100 #366 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 noise
G'morning, Steve: I set my K3 up as you specified, listening on 20(nothing but noise at this hour) and hear nothing like you describe. Nothing showing up on Spectrogram, either. 73, Ken K3IU K3 #202 n4lq wrote: Recently I've been hearing a strange noise. I've installed the latest FW 2.46 but I'm not sure when this started. It's only audible from an external speaker and cannot be heard through the front headphone jack. The noise is a random, pulsating tone of about 360Hz and sounds a bit like RTTY but only one tone. It follows the band noise. It shows up on any band, any frequency. With the antenna disconnected, it disappears. It can be heard in any mode. I can swing the manual notch across the spectrum and it disappears when set to about 360HZ. Please someone check for this. Settings: 1. Antenna connected 2. Tune to any band, any mode. 3. Do not tune in a signal. 4. Must use an external speaker plugged into rear jack. 5. Fitler opened wide. 6. Listen closley under the band noise for low pitch, pulsating tone around 320 to 400 hz. Let me know if you hear anything like this. Thanks. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: 60 metre coverage in UK
Tom This has cropped up before and also been discussed on the UK Elecraft net. For some bizarre reason not all K3 transceivers shipped to the UK will transmit across the UK allocation, mine from November 2007, will transmit from 5.150 to 5.420 MHz. As per your other reply, contact Elecraft support for an update. 73 Dave, G4AON K3/100 #80 --- I think this subject has been covered before - so apologies for missing the reply: The UK allocated 60 metre channels extend down to 5.2585 MHz but my K3 will not transmit below 5.330 MHz and VFO B displays 'END'. Is there a fix? Tom G3OLB ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 : no CAT mode change (was Split Operation)
nothing to do with split I see this problem with MacLoggerDX - if the mode of the band to which I'm tuning the K3 is different, invariably, I need to make it tune twice, so the mode gets set. However, if the mode of the band is correct, everything is ok. Don, the author of MacLoggerDX tells me he sends a mode change, a frequency change and then a mode change again, but the K3 doesn't appear to see it. using 2.45 (but others did so too) Any ideas, those that write interface software? 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 -- Do not meddle in the affairs of Dragons, For you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup! On 5 Oct 2008, at 21:54, Bill NY9H wrote: when clicking on a DX4WIN spot, I now need to click twice... once for the freq and a second time if the mode is different ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Noise
Nothing similar here on #0215 with FW 2.38/1.90 Steve. 73 de Mike, zl1mh. No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.173 / Virus Database: 270.7.6/1710 - Release Date: 10/6/2008 9:23 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] k3 : no CAT mode change (was Split Operation)
David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: nothing to do with split I see this problem with MacLoggerDX - if the mode of the band to which I'm tuning the K3 is different, invariably, I need to make it tune twice, so the mode gets set. However, if the mode of the band is correct, everything is ok. Don, the author of MacLoggerDX tells me he sends a mode change, a frequency change and then a mode change again, but the K3 doesn't appear to see it. using 2.45 (but others did so too) Any ideas, those that write interface software? 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 I remember having this trouble early on in the development of KComm. I seem to remember what I did was send the frequency change, wait a bit and then send the mode change. The K3 seems to perform some commands asynchronously, i.e. it goes on to the next command before the prevoius one has been fully executed. The problem you are seeing is probably that the mode change is being sent before the K3 has recalled the last mode used on that band, so it is being overridden. - Julian, G4ILO. K2 #392 K3 #222. http://www.g4ilo.com/ G4ILO's Shack http://www.ham-directory.com/ Ham Directoryhttp://www.g4ilo.com/kcomm.html KComm for Elecraft K2 and K3 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/k3-%3A--Split-Operation-tp1298735p1304198.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] k3 : no CAT mode change (was Split Operation)
Thanks Julian, what the length of the delay? I assume that’s how you fixed it? 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 -- Write the bad things that are done to you in the sand, but write the good things that happen to you on a piece of marble. -Arabian wisdom On 7 Oct 2008, at 18:16, Julian, G4ILO wrote: David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: nothing to do with split I see this problem with MacLoggerDX - if the mode of the band to which I'm tuning the K3 is different, invariably, I need to make it tune twice, so the mode gets set. However, if the mode of the band is correct, everything is ok. Don, the author of MacLoggerDX tells me he sends a mode change, a frequency change and then a mode change again, but the K3 doesn't appear to see it. using 2.45 (but others did so too) Any ideas, those that write interface software? 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 I remember having this trouble early on in the development of KComm. I seem to remember what I did was send the frequency change, wait a bit and then send the mode change. The K3 seems to perform some commands asynchronously, i.e. it goes on to the next command before the prevoius one has been fully executed. The problem you are seeing is probably that the mode change is being sent before the K3 has recalled the last mode used on that band, so it is being overridden. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question hasbeen asked before, but here goes.What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new(factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may trysome of the digital modes at some point.I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sureabout the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will thestock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? Whatother options should I consider and would you recommend any of the K3mods that have been produced? Can the other options be easily added inthe future?Again, thank you for your advice.Very 73,Jim K9RII _ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093185mrt/direct/01/___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 : no CAT mode change (was Split Operation)
David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: Thanks Julian, what the length of the delay? 200ms. - Julian, G4ILO. K2 #392 K3 #222. http://www.g4ilo.com/ G4ILO's Shack http://www.ham-directory.com/ Ham Directoryhttp://www.g4ilo.com/kcomm.html KComm for Elecraft K2 and K3 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/k3-%3A--Split-Operation-tp1298735p1304530.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] AGC behaviour redux
I solved the problem originally described below by installing a PCI Express serial port card in my PC. They are expensive, but all the noise is gone. (PC has No PCI slots) Thanks to all who responded. Monty K2DLJ I have very high white noise in my K3 on 75 meters when connected to the serial port computer interface. Removing this connection greatly reduces the noise. If you use HRD, LP-BRIDGE, or any control software, you can also hear a pulsing noise related to polling the K3 over the serial port. I believe this can be lessened, but have not tried as yet. Here in Florida, USA, the level of thunder storms creates a naturally high noise level in the summer, but the effects described above are clearly noticeable. I use the Elecraft KUSB as serial interface. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
Hello James! What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. Either the basic 10W unit, or the basic 100W unit will get you on the air. Just add an antenna, power supply and microphone :-) If your budget is tight, you might want to seriously consider the kit option. It is a no-soldering kit. Much like building a computer, you need a screwdriver and not much else. A dummy load is very useful for getting the transmitter power calibration done. You can buy a used dummy load, or even a new one, for much less than the difference in cost between the kit and the assembled unit. If you already have an antenna tuner, then that's all you need. Otherwise, you might consider the K3's internal ATU. ...Can the other options be easily added in the future? All options can be added at a future date. An advantage of the kit is that you know how it goes together -- and comes apart -- so you have added confidence for adding options at a later date as your preferences, needs and budget allows. Also, note that the K3 manual, and manuals for the various options, are all available for download and review on our website. 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] K3 Initial Configuration?
The Base K3 comes fully equipped to do what you wish at 10 watts power. Opt for the 100-watt version if you need the power. The included roofing filter will work on all modes for reception; if you want to transmit AM or FM, you will need the corresponding AM/FM roofing filter. All other transmit modes can use the stock 2.7 khz filter. All options can be retrofitted to a K3 in the field by the user.The second receiver is not needed for regular operation. Monty K2DLJ Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? What other options should I consider and would you recommend any of the K3 mods that have been produced? Can the other options be easily added in the future? Again, thank you for your advice. Very 73, Jim K9RII ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
James Young wrote: Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I'd say a stock K3/100 would be a great start. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. If you had a real need for the second receiver, you would know it. It's used in specific situations in contesting - like when you're working JA's split, but wanting to listen on your own transmit frequency as well as theirs, or search'n'pouncing and running at the same time. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? Yes, I would expect so... unless you want to do AM or FM. What other options should I consider A hand mic, if you don't have something ready. The USB adapter, if you don't have an old-skool serial port on the computer you'll be using for digital modes. Maybe the ATU, if you don't have something already. Maybe the transverter interface, if you think you might want to get a transverter for the high-bands later, or for the IF output to something like an LP-PAN. The DVR might be worth considering too, but it's not in production yet anyway. and would you recommend any of the K3 mods that have been produced? Probably not for a beginner, but I haven't really studied them. Can the other options be easily added in the future? I believe some disassembly is required for some of the options. ~Iain ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
James, You can order the basic K3/10 and it will do all modes. All the options can be added later, so you can get your feet wet with the basic K3 while deciding what else you will need for your operating preferences. The stock filter will work just fine as long as you are not into working on a crowded band under extreme conditions such as weak signal DXing or heavy contesting.. 73, Don W3FPR James Young wrote: Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? What other options should I consider and would you recommend any of the K3 mods that have been produced? Can the other options be easily added in the future? Again, thank you for your advice. Very 73, Jim K9RII ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
Hi James, The basic K3 with no options is a fantastic value. You will save a couple hundred dollars by assembling it your self. No electronic assembly, just a lot of screws. The mantra is read the assembly manual, and follow the manual exactly. Elecraft manuals are far better than others I have encountered including Heathkit. Count on spending at least 9 hours on the assembly and setup. Even near total klutzes have succeeded. Again, follow each step exactly to avoid problems. Options are easy to add later but may consume some time with quite a few screws. Unless you are into QRP on SSB you will want the 100 watt unit. SSB QRP is really on my too hard pile. With 100 watts and patience, I can usually break the dx station pile-ups. The Second Receiver in not needed unless you are into dx pileups and really want to tune a second receiver to hear where the off frequency station is transmitting. You can do this using the a/b or REV button on the single receiver although it is a bit more work. I have the second receiver and perhaps would not have ordered it if I had played with LP-PAN and the computer first. I did install the module with the IF port so I could have a interface to the IF for the LP-Pan and a separate RX antenna. Check it out. There is also at least one cheap (20 or $30) DSP radio kit that can support the available free software for panadapter use with a computer and a good sound card. The LP pan has internal filter and HI Z buffer included that might need to be added for best performance of the low end unit. You definitely do not need additional roofing filters beyond the stock filter. Remember that the dsp sets the actual bandwidth with greater than 100 db dynamic range inside the roofing filter. They are easy to add later if you decide you want one or more. If you can squeeze it into the budget and intend to use a variety of antennas you will want the excellent internal antenna tuner. If you have an external tuner already you can use that for now. So that is it. Basic K3-100 with optional tuner. Basic K3-100 performance beats just about everything on the market. As a matter of fact, I do not know anything that outperforms the receiver. And the compression in the transmitter helps the 100 watts sound bigger without distortion when adjusted properly. Make sure you have a usable microphone, Elecraft provides capability to interface with a variety of microphones, both biased and dynamic, with excellent results. If you have something to try, do not buy another one yet. The internal monitor (using Headphones) allows you to adjust the transmit chain in test mode until it sounds right before going on the air. I use an inexpensive headset most of the time. The VOX is so smooth that I am not tempted to use a separate ptt switch. You will want to plug in a stereo speaker set to get the benefit of the AFX effects capability. Again not necessary immediately. You will want a computer preferably PC with a serial output to connect to the K3 for firmware updates. If your computer has USB and no RS-232 output ports you will need the USB to RS-232 adapter. I suggest getting the one they sell. Not all are created equal. There is also an update program available for the Apple OS-X. I was unsuccessful using it on a friend's very old apple with an early version of OS-X. I was told that Apple had said that this computer was obsolete and could not be updated to current OS-X versions. The Serial port performs very well with a variety of computer logging programs and LP-Pan I mentioned before. If you do not have a suitable computer find a friend who will assist you in updating the K3 firmware. It is great now but continues to improve rapidly. Update as soon as you get it assembled far enough to do so and you will avoid older version issues that have already been fixed. I hope this helps. I have had my K3 for 10 months now and end up smiling every time I use it. No other radio in my 50+ years of ham radio has had that effect. There is also no other radio that I recommend to serious new hams if they can bite the bullet for a one time investment. If you order, no charge is made until shipping time. That said, antennas are even more important than the perfect radio. The two together are awesome even in our current no sunspot condition. The perfect radio does very little without decent antenna. Aloha, John KH7T, K3 #125 James Young wrote: Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for
Re: [Elecraft] k3 : no CAT mode change (was Split Operation)
On Oct 7, 2008, at 12:18 PM, Julian, G4ILO wrote: David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: Thanks Julian, what the length of the delay? 200ms. For what its worth, I just wrote a quick test. Environment K3 FW 2.23 Computer: PowerMac 2x2.3 GHz, Mac OS X 10.5.3 Serial Port: Keyspan High Speed USB adapter, 4800 baud Software: homebrew test, with GET and SET running on different threads termios: input flags: (ICANON | ECHO | ECHOE | ISIG) output flags: ~OPOST VMIN = 0, VMAX = 255 Test sequence - 1) manually set VFO A to 7070, DATA mode (as a reference point) 2) manually changed A to 14195, USB mode 3) sent CAT to the K3 with the following two commands [ self set:FA7067610; ] ; [ self set:MD3; ] ; Result: rig is properly set to 7067.61 CW. --- The time-stamped log shows: 2008-10-07 13:34:38.912 K3 Test[42025:10b] [SET] FA7067610; 2008-10-07 13:34:38.913 K3 Test[42025:10b] [SET] MD3; 2008-10-07 13:34:39.824 K3 Test[42025:3303] [GOT] IF7067610 2008-10-07 13:34:39.864 K3 Test[42025:3303] [GOT] -00 000300 2008-10-07 13:34:39.904 K3 Test[42025:3303] [GOT] 0001 ;IF7067 2008-10-07 13:34:39.943 K3 Test[42025:3303] [GOT] 610 -00 2008-10-07 13:34:39.977 K3 Test[42025:3303] [GOT] 000301 ; The rig was initially set to AI1, so I see all changes echoed back in the form of IF packets. I'd sent the MD command right after the FA command without checking for status since a separate thread is used to read the returned IF packets. The read thread in this case received the IF packet after a little over 910 ms. (Lots of relay clicking.) I have seen an FA response come back as early as 73 ms after sending the command if it is within the same band. I was hoping to find out what the FA to MD delay needs to be, but apparently none is needed in my test (I repeated it many times, without a failure). I tried adding 10ms and 50ms worth of delay between the FA and MD commands, and the extra delays didn't hurt, either. Please note that I have bypassed the K3 ATU. That might change the results, or it might not :-). 73 Chen, W7AY ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
Sorry Don ... You can order the basic K3/10 and it will do all modes. Not quite. If you want FM transmit/receive you must add the KFL3B-FM (FM Filter). If you want AM transmit you must add the KFL3B-6K (6 KHz filter). AM receive is possible with significantly restricted fidelity using the stock SSB filter. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Tuesday, October 07, 2008 3:43 PM To: James Young Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration? James, You can order the basic K3/10 and it will do all modes. All the options can be added later, so you can get your feet wet with the basic K3 while deciding what else you will need for your operating preferences. The stock filter will work just fine as long as you are not into working on a crowded band under extreme conditions such as weak signal DXing or heavy contesting.. 73, Don W3FPR James Young wrote: Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? What other options should I consider and would you recommend any of the K3 mods that have been produced? Can the other options be easily added in the future? Again, thank you for your advice. Very 73, Jim K9RII ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 #1879 - ordered June 23rd
Brown truck just dropped a box on my doorstep. Kit ordered June 23rd, shipped UPS ground yesterday. Nice to be in W6-land, except having to pay sales-tax :/ Now the fun starts :) ~Iain ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 PLL range test SN 05233
I am at the end of part II and have started my alignment procedures. When I got to CAL FCTR the frequency was 12597.91 with a little fluctuation in the .91? The next step was to the PLL reference oscillator range test. When pushing the Band+ or Band- I get no frequency change at all.? I performed the following voltage test with the rig set on 40 meters. U6??? lead 1?? 7.6 vdc U5?? Lead 1?? 4.9 vdc RP3?? Lead?? 1 7.6 vdc ?? 2?? 4.1 vdc??? 2?? 5.0 vdc2 4.1 vdc ???3???4.1 vdc??? 3?? 5.0 vdc??? 3 4.1 vdc ???4???0.0 vdc??? 4?? 4.9 vdc??? 4 0.0 vdc ?? 5?? 4.1 vdc??? 5???0.0 vdc??? 5 0.0 vdc ???6?? .67 vdc??? 6?? 2.0 vdc??? 6 4.2 vdc ?? 7?? 8.3 vdc??? 7?? 4.1 vdc??? 7 4.2 vdc ?? 8?? 8.3 vdc8?? 4.1 vdc8 8.3 vdc One thing I did notice that before I pushed any of the band buttons the bar graph was on +20. When I hit Band + or Band - the bar dropped down one led. I don't know if this indicates or points to the problem. I checked and rechecked my soldering and it looks ok. Any help on this will be greatly appreciated. 73 Dan af4lb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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: 60 metre coverage in UK
Tom Current K3s shipped to the UK appear to be set to US band limits. In order to transmit on the UK 60 metre channels you need to send a request to Garry -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- and give him your serial no. You will receive a quick reply and a small programme. Install it on your PC. This programme removes ALL band limits, whilst enabling all 60 metre channels it does allow you to transmit, subject to the band pass filters, out of band. The programme can also be used to reinstate the band limits. There is still one restriction left, high power can not be used within the CB allocation. Also I understand that the current firmware disables transmitting between 7.5 to 9.0 MHz at high power so that the 8.125 MHz IF trap on the KAT3 and KANT3 is not damaged. Wayne, can I suggest that you consider a mod to this programme that will allow Region 1 band limits to be set and some way of setting the 60 metre channels country by country. 73 Peter GM8GAX I think this subject has been covered before - so apologies for missing the reply: The UK allocated 60 metre channels extend down to 5.2585 MHz but my K3 will not transmit below 5.330 MHz and VFO B displays 'END'. Is there a fix? Tom G3OLB ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 PLL range test SN 05233
Dan, You do have a problem there somewhere. The initial frequency is much higher than expected, so check L31, C84, C85, D16 and D17 as well as the soldering on RP2 and R19 before anything else. Be certain D16 and D17 are the proper type and are oriented correctly. After that, if the problem is not corrected, we have to investigate to find the source. Start at the beginning of the analog portion for the PLL frequency control and make the following measurements. Set the menu to CAL FCTR and monitor the voltage at U5 pin 7 while tapping the BAND+ and BAND- buttons alternately. The voltage should change from about 4 volts to about zero volts. If that happens, the digital portion is doing its job, so move on to the next point. But if you get no change, stop because further measurements of the analog signals is futile until you get a voltage swing at U5-7. If all was well, check the next point, U6 pin 1 which should swing from about 8 volts to about zero volts. If all was good so far, check for a voltage swing at RP2 pin 2 or pin 4. It should be similar to that at U6 pin 1. Then if all that was good, check at the cathode of D16 and the cathode of D17. Again, the voltage swing should be similar to that at U6 pin 1. If the DC voltages are behaving as expected in the tests above when BAND+ and BAND- are tapped, then there is something wrong with the PLL crystal, L31, C84, or C85 - recheck those very carefully. Let us know what you find. If you are familiar with schematics, you may want to follow along at those points on the left side of RF Board schematic sheet 1. The PLL Reference oscillator is nothing but a VXO circuit tuned by the varactors D16 and D17. Note, the LED bargraph indication has nothing to do with this problem, so ignore that, and focus on the points I mentioned. 73, Don W3FPR [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am at the end of part II and have started my alignment procedures. When I got to CAL FCTR the frequency was 12597.91 with a little fluctuation in the .91 The next step was to the PLL reference oscillator range test. When pushing the Band+ or Band- I get no frequency change at all. I performed the following voltage test with the rig set on 40 meters. U6lead 1 7.6 vdc U5 Lead 1 4.9 vdc RP3 Lead 1 7.6 vdc 2 4.1 vdc2 5.0 vdc2 4.1 vdc 3 4.1 vdc3 5.0 vdc3 4.1 vdc 4 0.0 vdc4 4.9 vdc4 0.0 vdc 5 4.1 vdc5 0.0 vdc5 0.0 vdc 6 .67 vdc6 2.0 vdc6 4.2 vdc 7 8.3 vdc7 4.1 vdc7 4.2 vdc 8 8.3 vdc8 4.1 vdc8 8.3 vdc One thing I did notice that before I pushed any of the band buttons the bar graph was on +20. When I hit Band + or Band - the bar dropped down one led. I don't know if this indicates or points to the problem. I checked and rechecked my soldering and it looks ok. Any help on this will be greatly appreciated. 73 Dan af4lb McCain or Obama? Stay updated on coverage of the Presidential race while you browse - Download Now http://toolbar.aol.com/elections/download.html?ncid=emlweusdown0001! ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.173 / Virus Database: 270.7.6/1712 - Release Date: 10/7/2008 9:41 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration?
Just to add my voice to the choir, go for the K3/100 kit with the stock filter. If the budget allows, the KAT3 antenna tuner is the best I've used. If for some reason you are not happy with it after a couple of months (impossible!), you can sell it for what you have in or even a little more since you added some sweat equity building it. Rob NV5E From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:09:35 -0400 Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration? Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? What other options should I consider and would you recommend any of the K3 mods that have been produced? Can the other options be easily added in the future? Again, thank you for your advice. Very 73, Jim K9RII Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now _ Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 Initial Configuration?
Just to add my voice to the choir, go for the K3/100 kit with the stock filter. If the budget allows, the KAT3 antenna tuner is the best I've used. If for some reason you are not happy with it after a couple of months (impossible!), you can sell it for what you have in or even a little more since you added some sweat equity building it. Rob NV5E From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:09:35 -0400 Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration? Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has been asked before, but here goes. What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. Also, will the stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for awhile? What other options should I consider and would you recommend any of the K3 mods that have been produced? Can the other options be easily added in the future? Again, thank you for your advice. Very 73, Jim K9RII Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now _ Want to do more with Windows Live? Learn “10 hidden secrets” from Jamie. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, 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 channel hopping erratum
I recently tried setting up my K3 for channel hopping on 60M and realized that there is an error in the owner's manual (rev D1). On page 39, in the right hand column in the paragraph that begins To set up channel hopping, the 2nd and 5th steps say to tap MV. I believe it should say to tap VM. I also have a suggestion. When in 'channel hopping' mode, it might be nice to momentarily display the memory number and text label for a few seconds in the VFO B area when changing channels. 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] K3 VFO rate in channel hopping mode
Sorry, forgot to mention this in my previous post. It would also be nice if the VFO A rate were reduced in channel hopping mode. With the default setup, it seems like a single encoder count corresponds to one channel, which means the slightest touch of the VFO A knob changes channels. 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] Noise blanking
Curious how the E3 is as rergards power line QRM. I have a Corsair II and an Omni V. Both hear the noise but the Corsair does a better job of eliminating the power line QRM with it's resident noise blanker. Both are 20 year old radios although the older Corsair has a better noise blanker. After setting up a receive antenna for the low bands and finding I'm still dealing with the noise, I'm interested in hearing how the K3 noise blanker deals with QRM. Thanks Gary KA1J ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
