Re: [Elecraft] KX3 using CW key as PTT switch for voice
On 10/21/2012 08:05 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: You can use the tip contact of the ACC2 jack as a PTT input. Set MENU:ACC2 IO to LO=PTT. I noticed this myself in the menus. Thanks for the tip! Works great as PTT in voice modes. However, this doesn't work for CW. If I use the key in CW mode, while it's still plugged into ACC2, it does the same thing as pressing the XMIT button: it puts the radio into TX mode, but doesn't actually transmit anything on the air. Strange. In CW mode, I have to unplug the key from ACC2, and then plug it into KEY, and then it works normally, transmitting at full power. No problems there at all, the key works great. So, the radio does have the ability to work with my straight key in all modes, which is good to know. However, it's awkward and cumbersome to have to plug it into a different jack when changing modes, especially considering it's the same piece of hardware. I tried a Y-adapter as a workaround. Unfortunately, no luck. I get really strange behavior when the key is plugged into ACC2 and KEY at the same time. I often get stuck key syndrome, where the radio gets stuck in TX mode, and doesn't get out of TX until powered off! Probably a race condition between the radio detecting the ACC2 state change and the KEY state change? Really looking forward to a future software release that allows the use of the CW key as a PTT switch in voice modes. As others have said, it would also be nice to have a further option to use the CW key to transmit CW in voice modes (at whatever frequency corresponds to the selected sidetone pitch), as well, not just to act as a PTT switch. Hope this all is feasible. You can plug your key directly into the ACC2 jack if it has a 2.5-mm stereo plug. If not, you'll need an adapter like the one supplied as part of our KX3 accessory cable kit. Nice, didn't know there was an accessory cable kit! Getting decent 3.5mm to 2.5mm adapters is surprisingly difficult, especially trying to find right-angle adapters. Josh K6JSH __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 sidetone pitch requests
Hi there! A minor request: I would love it if the CW sidetone pitch could have finer gradations. Currently, it is tunable only in increments of 10 Hz, from 400 Hz to 700 Hz. Would it be possible to have it tune in increments of 1 Hz? Reason is, the pitches sound off key to me, as if it's being played on a piano that's out of tune. The only musical note that lines up exactly with 10 Hz increments is 440 Hz (typical A) so I've been using that, even though it's rather low. I'd love to go an octave higher, to 880 Hz, but that's beyond the allowed tuning range. I have a musical background before discovering ham radio, and so I've developed perhaps a bad habit, that is, matching incoming CW signals to the sidetone by listening to the pitch and tuning the radio so that it matches the known good sidetone pitch, like tuning a musical instrument. However, because of the 10 Hz increments, I can't get good tuning on the sidetone to begin with. It sounds strange to my ears, because the sidetone isn't exactly where I want it to be, at a musical note I'm familiar with. Also, a wider range would be nice, perhaps up to 1000 Hz or so, as it seems my hearing is more sensitive at higher pitches. Thanks! Josh __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Headphone recommendation for K3
After using my Yaesu YH-77STA very happily for many years (they still work fine) I decided to give some other headphones a try. I also have the Sony MDR-7506 I bought a few years ago based on the Ehamnet reviews. However, I am not very keen on them at all. I find them too large and heavy and they make my ears and head hot with extended use. Also the rubber covering around the headphone speaker units has now crumbled and disintegrated. Several months ago, I bought a pair of Sennheiser HD238. I find them superb - lightweight and very comfortable including a recent 24 hour spell in the Oceania CW Contest. 73 Barry VK2BJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 sidetone pitch requests
Note that F# = 739.9888 Pretty close to 740. --Oliver W6ODJ On 1 Jan. 2012, at 8:48 AM, Josh Lehan krel...@krellan.net wrote: Hi there! A minor request: I would love it if the CW sidetone pitch could have finer gradations. Currently, it is tunable only in increments of 10 Hz, from 400 Hz to 700 Hz. Would it be possible to have it tune in increments of 1 Hz? Reason is, the pitches sound off key to me, as if it's being played on a piano that's out of tune. The only musical note that lines up exactly with 10 Hz increments is 440 Hz (typical A) so I've been using that, even though it's rather low. I'd love to go an octave higher, to 880 Hz, but that's beyond the allowed tuning range. I have a musical background before discovering ham radio, and so I've developed perhaps a bad habit, that is, matching incoming CW signals to the sidetone by listening to the pitch and tuning the radio so that it matches the known good sidetone pitch, like tuning a musical instrument. However, because of the 10 Hz increments, I can't get good tuning on the sidetone to begin with. It sounds strange to my ears, because the sidetone isn't exactly where I want it to be, at a musical note I'm familiar with. Also, a wider range would be nice, perhaps up to 1000 Hz or so, as it seems my hearing is more sensitive at higher pitches. Thanks! Josh __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Need Headphone recommendations for K3
Dave Weiss wrote *I would like some recommendations on a high quality replacement with ear buds and a high quality mike that works well with the K3.* * I'm not sure if you really meant ear buds. If you meant ear phones, by far the highest quality headset I've ever used, in terms of construction quality, comfort and tx/rx audio quality, is the Beyerdynamic DT-109. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Need-Headphone-recommendations-for-K3-tp7564758p7564884.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Need Headphone recommendations for K3
I use some $30 skull candy ear buds with my KX3 for receiving only and they work great. Very sensitive. I would use them with the K3 but I like having the microphone built in so I am using a Yamaha MDE-100 and they work great. Very light on my head and as one person mentioned about another similar Yamaha headset you will forget they are on and I have almost pulled my K3 from my desk many times. I have both the Heil proset 4 5 and because of ear pain have almost completely transitioned to the Yamaha headset. Keith AK6ZZ (formerly AG6AZ) Sent from my iPhone please excuse typos On Nov 1, 2012, at 4:36 AM, Barry N1EU barry.n...@gmail.com wrote: Dave Weiss wrote *I would like some recommendations on a high quality replacement with ear buds and a high quality mike that works well with the K3.* * I'm not sure if you really meant ear buds. If you meant ear phones, by far the highest quality headset I've ever used, in terms of construction quality, comfort and tx/rx audio quality, is the Beyerdynamic DT-109. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Need-Headphone-recommendations-for-K3-tp7564758p7564884.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Wire Antenna
I had the same problem with a 25 ft wire, but after lengthening it to 41 feet the KX3 tunes all bands from 80 to 10 to less than 2:1 SWR. Be sure to do a second tune if the first one doesn't get you where you want to go, sometimes that makes a difference. When portable (but not backpacking) I have three 16' wires going into a banana plug that I spread out as ground radials. I also have 6 feet of coax going from the radio to a barrel connector where the banana plug adapter is attached and sits on the ground. Less strain on the KX3 BNC and a little easier to manage. All of those things can affect the antenna's impedance to some degree. There is some loss in the length of coax from the radio at very high antenna SWR, but the trade-off is acceptable. 73 Chip AE5KA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Topic Categories
How do you set up topic categories that you would like to scbscribe to under the “ Subscriptions options . Don W4DEE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Wented XV 144 and XV59
I am still looking for XV144 2 meter transverter. Almost any condition. Second how about XV50 6 meter transverter again almost any condition. Whats out there? Please respond to me direct to below e mail. 73, Bill W0WFH Linn, Mo w0...@yahoo.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Topic Categories
Don, I do not see any topic categories on the main Elecraft reflector, but I believe they do exist on the Nabble list - I do not use Nabble myself, but I have seen others post comments about topic categories. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/1/2012 9:20 AM, Don Etters wrote: How do you set up topic categories that you would like to scbscribe to under the “ Subscriptions options . __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] OOP WANTED XV50 NOT XV59
OOP, Should be XV50 NOT XV59 can't type this morning. Bill, W0WFH __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Need Headphone recommendations for K3
I purchased a pair of KOSS SB-40's. A local DX'er and K3'er, K9GS recommended these. He brought them over at one of our meetings and I gave them a whirl and liked them so I bought my own. I personally like them as my hearing is not the best and the boom mic gets good reports as I work mostly DX. And they have a Lifetime Warranty! I give them a look... Rick NK 9G - Original Message - From: Keith Heimbold ag...@hotmail.com To: Barry N1EU barry.n...@gmail.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 7:42 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Need Headphone recommendations for K3 I use some $30 skull candy ear buds with my KX3 for receiving only and they work great. Very sensitive. I would use them with the K3 but I like having the microphone built in so I am using a Yamaha MDE-100 and they work great. Very light on my head and as one person mentioned about another similar Yamaha headset you will forget they are on and I have almost pulled my K3 from my desk many times. I have both the Heil proset 4 5 and because of ear pain have almost completely transitioned to the Yamaha headset. Keith AK6ZZ (formerly AG6AZ) Sent from my iPhone please excuse typos On Nov 1, 2012, at 4:36 AM, Barry N1EU barry.n...@gmail.com wrote: Dave Weiss wrote *I would like some recommendations on a high quality replacement with ear buds and a high quality mike that works well with the K3.* * I'm not sure if you really meant ear buds. If you meant ear phones, by far the highest quality headset I've ever used, in terms of construction quality, comfort and tx/rx audio quality, is the Beyerdynamic DT-109. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Need-Headphone-recommendations-for-K3-tp7564758p7564884.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Custom 700 Hz 8-Pole K3 Filters (by INRAD)
We are nearing the halfway mark towards our production commitment goal of 20 preorders. Although we are now confident that that a next batch will happen, we cannot yet say when production will commence. Our best guess is that it will occur around the third week of January. Note that there's a 14-week manufacturing lead-time for these custom filters. With luck the next batch will arrive at your door before Dayton. But if not, then almost certainly in time for Field Day. The filters retail for $145 each + SH, with SH being as follows ... o Domestic = $6 o Canada Mexico = $14 o All other international destinations (one or two filters) = $18 o All other international destinations (more than two filters) = $34 Please visit ... http://www.unpcbs.com/list/ -- for the very latest preorder count, and to add your name to our waiting list. http://www.unpcbs.com/filter/ -- for additional details, including: a technical datasheet; the latest news; user comments; terms of sale; FAQs; and app notes. If you already preordered, WE THANK YOU for your patience and for your part making a next batch a reality. 73, Gary KI4GGX (webmaster) P.S. At last check, Central Long Island was still without power. So (for the moment) Ken remains unable to process orders for our K2 Rework Eliminator(TM) accessory kits. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
I know the KAT500 Assembly Manual is under field review. But since a number of factory assembled KAT500's have already been shipped, there must be an Owner's Manual to go with them! Will it be posted on the Web Site? 73 Richard - HB9ANM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
I check the web site almost everyday for news or the manual, nothing yet. I am waiting on my KAT500 kit, I ordered later. Emory WM3M -Original Message- From: Richard Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 11:14 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual? I know the KAT500 Assembly Manual is under field review. But since a number of factory assembled KAT500's have already been shipped, there must be an Owner's Manual to go with them! Will it be posted on the Web Site? 73 Richard - HB9ANM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Anyone who can't wait, I'll make copies and mail. Phil Philip LaMarche 727-944-3226 727-510-5038 Cell www.w9dvm.com WWW.FLAMGROUP.COM K3 # 1605 KPA500 # 029 P3 #1480 KAT500 #50 CCA 98-00827 CRA 1701 W9DVM -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of WM3M Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 11:33 AM To: Richard; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual? I check the web site almost everyday for news or the manual, nothing yet. I am waiting on my KAT500 kit, I ordered later. Emory WM3M -Original Message- From: Richard Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 11:14 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual? I know the KAT500 Assembly Manual is under field review. But since a number of factory assembled KAT500's have already been shipped, there must be an Owner's Manual to go with them! Will it be posted on the Web Site? 73 Richard - HB9ANM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Acrylic bezels and brass plates for Elecraft products - storm update
Hi guys. Due to not having any power at work, I would request you hold any orders for bezels and ID plates. I am hoping to be back at work next week, as long as they restore power. I will still have a backlog to work through. 73 Ken WB2ART Arkay Engravers.com www.arkayengravers.com/elecraft/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] WTB: KIO2 and KBT2 for K2
Hello elecrafters, I am looking for the above in the used market. If you have a surplus KIO2 or KBT2 surplus to your requirement(either built or unbuilt) and like to dispose of, please contact me off the list. These K2 options are light weight and can be sent easily. TNX 73, Johnny VR2XMC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Subject: Re: KRX3 insatall
I have absolutely no dip in the center of my LP-Pan display and I have never heard anybody else having this problem either. The IF out port and the crystal filter bank are driven in parallel by a buffer amplifier that appears to be capable of driving both without gain loss due to the crystal filter load. AB2TC - Knut - Knut, That is because you are probably using one of the programs written for use with the LP-Pan. They incorporate a shift in the frequency and probably that takes care of handling the filter issue (???). I am using the LP-Pan with digital sw for eme which is not designed for the LP-Pan or the K3. I am the only one using this equipment with MAP65. I included my experience for anyone having a similar issue. The solution is easy (read the original post). Solution of the +6 KHz freq, offset in the LP-Pan LO was to install a different xtal in the LO (thanks to Larry, N8LP). 73, Ed __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 review in Dec QST
I did a review for microwave use of the KX3 which is now on my website: http://www.kl7uw.com/Review_of_Elecraft_KX3.pdf 73, Ed - KL7UW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 additions
I'm getting back to ham radio after some 20 years. I recently received my KX3 kit #1716 and the build went smoothly. At least it works! I am so impressed with it and what I hear from Lyle and others in the local QRP group that I ordered a K3 .. arrives tomorrow. Now I have something similar to buyers remorse... what addons would be best for my K3? I love CW and am working hard on getting my code speed back up but I do enjoy SSB in the mean time. I anticipate working CW most of the time when I get better at it. I have not tried any of the digital modes... yet! Hi Hi They seem sort of impersonal and a bit like cheating ;-)) to my way of thinking. PJ, N7PXY __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions
If you're really into CW, you might consider one of the tighter roofing filters (250, 400, 500 Hz). Generally the data modes use small passbands too. Matt W6NIA K3 #24 KX3 #6 -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of P.J.Hicks Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 10:17 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 additions I'm getting back to ham radio after some 20 years. I recently received my KX3 kit #1716 and the build went smoothly. At least it works! I am so impressed with it and what I hear from Lyle and others in the local QRP group that I ordered a K3 .. arrives tomorrow. Now I have something similar to buyers remorse... what addons would be best for my K3? I love CW and am working hard on getting my code speed back up but I do enjoy SSB in the mean time. I anticipate working CW most of the time when I get better at it. I have not tried any of the digital modes... yet! Hi Hi They seem sort of impersonal and a bit like cheating ;-)) to my way of thinking. PJ, N7PXY __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
I have taken the liberty of scanning my copy as a PDF and posting it on my website. You will find the document (Preliminary, Rev XC, October 12, 2012) here: http://wb4son.com/wpblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/KAT500-Prelim-Manual.pdf 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions
It's an addiction. I say, load it up. I got mine with dual rx, extra roofing filters, pa, recorder, and tuner. Don't forget the p3. It is a really sweet add on. Just got my kx3 yesterday (assembled). What an awesome little beast. Already worked a bunch of qsos. Enjoy! Mike Ab4kj - Original Message - From: P.J.Hicks [mailto:hickspj...@comcast.net] Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 01:16 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 additions I'm getting back to ham radio after some 20 years. I recently received my KX3 kit #1716 and the build went smoothly. At least it works! I am so impressed with it and what I hear from Lyle and others in the local QRP group that I ordered a K3 .. arrives tomorrow. Now I have something similar to buyers remorse... what addons would be best for my K3? I love CW and am working hard on getting my code speed back up but I do enjoy SSB in the mean time. I anticipate working CW most of the time when I get better at it. I have not tried any of the digital modes... yet! Hi Hi They seem sort of impersonal and a bit like cheating ;-)) to my way of thinking. PJ, N7PXY __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions
I did order the 400Hz filter. Maybe I should have included the addons I have ordered. K3/100 just in case I need the power;-)) KAT3 tuner KRX3 KBPF3 MH2 KFL3A-400 Thanks for the suggestion however. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions
Thanks Mike. I would love to load it up but social security only goes so far. I'll need to get rid of my ageing Icoms (IC751A and IC740 ) to help pay for the K3 but that's for later. Anyone know of a good place to list used gear? Anyway, thanks for the suggestions and sorry if there is OT here but I tend to ramble... as you can see.hihi PJ, N7PXY - Original Message - __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Phil, Heck, if you have something in draft form, that you are apparently willing to disseminate, why not just post it in the files section and mark it clearly as a preliminary draft??? Dave W7AQK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Magic. The cabling pages alone would have saved a load of heartburn on the list a week or so ago. How heavy is it? Regards, Mike VP8NO On 01/11/2012 14:32, Bob wrote: I have taken the liberty of scanning my copy as a PDF and posting it on my website. You will find the document (Preliminary, Rev XC, October 12, 2012) here: http://wb4son.com/wpblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/KAT500-Prelim-Manual.pdf 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
I use the Icom SM20 and am very happy with it. Barry VK2BJ On 1 November 2012 18:01, Jim and Ann anniema...@aol.com wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
* On 2012 01 Nov 13:04 -0500, Jim and Ann wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? I get good audio reports using a Yaesu MD100A8x that I kept from when I had an FT-920 hooked to it. I made up a custom cable between the mic base and the K3 so the stock Yaesu one is undisturbed. I'm guessing the venerable Kenwood MC-50/60 would also work very well. 73, de Nate, N0NB -- The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears this is true. Ham radio, Linux, bikes, and more: http://www.n0nb.us __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
One minor (or for some, not so minor) detail - an Icom microphone will not work on the K3 without changing the wiring in the microphone plug. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/1/2012 2:32 PM, Barry Simpson wrote: I use the Icom SM20 and am very happy with it. Barry VK2BJ On 1 November 2012 18:01, Jim and Ann anniema...@aol.com wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
I'm guessing the venerable Kenwood MC-50/60 would also work very well. Yes, the non-A version since the power pin is different. The A version works but one needs to keep the preamp off or use internal batteries. The K3 has such a flexible mic input that almost any quality dynamic or electret mic will work with the appropriate settings and perhaps a little EQ. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 11/1/2012 2:42 PM, Nate Bargmann wrote: * On 2012 01 Nov 13:04 -0500, Jim and Ann wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? I get good audio reports using a Yaesu MD100A8x that I kept from when I had an FT-920 hooked to it. I made up a custom cable between the mic base and the K3 so the stock Yaesu one is undisturbed. I'm guessing the venerable Kenwood MC-50/60 would also work very well. 73, de Nate, N0NB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Buck Boost Power Regulator
Does anyone have recommendations for a buck boost voltage regulator? Thanks John Lally W7JJL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
Go with the Audio Technica ATR-1300. It's only about $25 and it can't be beat. Dick WO1I At 07:32 PM 11/1/2012, Barry Simpson wrote: I use the Icom SM20 and am very happy with it. Barry VK2BJ On 1 November 2012 18:01, Jim and Ann anniema...@aol.com wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Dick Lindzen, WO1I 301 Lake Avenue Newton, MA 02461 USA 1-617-332-4342 Paris: F4WBK 103 Avenue de la Republique 75011 Paris FRANCE 33 (0)1 43 14 93 79 33 (0)9 63 57 86 75 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 - Schematics Status?
Does anyone know the status and availability plans for the KX3 schematics? Thanks! Tom K7PJT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Very lightweight! The shipping box was 7 pounds, and I'd guess that the KAT weighed 5 pounds or less. It certainly isn't heavy by any stretch of the imagination. If I get a chance to unwire it, I'll put it on the scale. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - Schematics Status?
Tom wrote: Does anyone know the status and availability plans for the KX3 schematics? That's a very very valid question! Satisfactory answers have yet to be returned from when it was asked in the past. I never purchase ham gear for which, at minimum, complete schematics are not available to the purchaser...and preferably, a technically-detailed service manual...even if those are only available at additional cost. 73, Mike / KK5F __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Just under 5 pounds. Mine is a pre-production version that is slightly heavier, and it weighs 5. 73 de Dick, K6KR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 12:31 PM To: Mike Harris Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual? Very lightweight! The shipping box was 7 pounds, and I'd guess that the KAT weighed 5 pounds or less. It certainly isn't heavy by any stretch of the imagination. If I get a chance to unwire it, I'll put it on the scale. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
Interesting the timing of this question, I was about to ask something quite similar. I have a Heil desk mic with element HC-4, I've had it since Heil first came out with it. It's in a beater HM-5 desk mic frame. I'd like to get a noise cancelling mic and good fidelity would be nice, I'm not a SSB contester. I have a couple recording mics but their off axis response would pick up every vibration from the blower And I'd like to cancel that noise. A hand held mics cable would get in the way so a desktop is better. Something that would fit inside this HM-5 stand would be ideal. Gary KA1J Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
I like the Audio Technica also but the MB-3K model. Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 11/1/12, Dick Lindzen rlind...@mit.edu wrote: From: Dick Lindzen rlind...@mit.edu Subject: Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Thursday, November 1, 2012, 12:01 PM Go with the Audio Technica ATR-1300. It's only about $25 and it can't be beat. Dick WO1I At 07:32 PM 11/1/2012, Barry Simpson wrote: I use the Icom SM20 and am very happy with it. Barry VK2BJ On 1 November 2012 18:01, Jim and Ann anniema...@aol.com wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Dick Lindzen, WO1I 301 Lake Avenue Newton, MA 02461 USA 1-617-332-4342 Paris: F4WBK 103 Avenue de la Republique 75011 Paris FRANCE 33 (0)1 43 14 93 79 33 (0)9 63 57 86 75 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] NaP3 and the KX3
I had put out a request for info on interfacing the HDSDR program with the KX3 and didn't get many takers, but one kind gentleman put me on to the program NaP3 (available for free download). It seems to be a really decent program for the PC that gives you rig control (frequency, mode, etc from a PC) and with a good soundcard (my laptop has a RealTek HD) that is capable of true stereo input, and at least 46K sampling rate, you can actually get a spectrum display similar to the P3 but nowhere near the bandwidth. With 46K selected for sampling rate in NaP3 it will actually display 20 KHz either side of center and once I figure out how to set the offsets etc., (I'm really just getting started with the program). NaP3 seems to be much more elegant and has more easily set up features than HDSDR and it (NaP3) has built in CAT control for a K3, KX3 or quite a few other rigs as well so the RS-232 interface is there as well. Someone had emailed me asking that I pass on the info that was passed to me and for some reason, I missed keeping that person's email when I cleaned up my inbox this morning. Whoever that was, email me again off the list and I'll pass on what I've learned (not much) and see if I can get the person that gave me the info to pass on his super help to you too. Jim - W0EB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
There is a new revision o fth manual, and it will be posted to the web shortly. 73, Eric --- www.elecraft.com On 11/1/2012 8:32 AM, WM3M wrote: I check the web site almost everyday for news or the manual, nothing yet. I am waiting on my KAT500 kit, I ordered later. Emory WM3M -Original Message- From: Richard Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 11:14 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual? I know the KAT500 Assembly Manual is under field review. But since a number of factory assembled KAT500's have already been shipped, there must be an Owner's Manual to go with them! Will it be posted on the Web Site? 73 Richard - HB9ANM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
Check out my video on UTUBE, California Hammin' The first few minutes shows the MB-3K Audio Tech mike with the boom mount. Very directional and great fidelity, works very well with the K3. Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 11/1/12, Gary Smith g...@ka1j.com wrote: From: Gary Smith g...@ka1j.com Subject: Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Thursday, November 1, 2012, 1:00 PM Interesting the timing of this question, I was about to ask something quite similar. I have a Heil desk mic with element HC-4, I've had it since Heil first came out with it. It's in a beater HM-5 desk mic frame. I'd like to get a noise cancelling mic and good fidelity would be nice, I'm not a SSB contester. I have a couple recording mics but their off axis response would pick up every vibration from the blower And I'd like to cancel that noise. A hand held mics cable would get in the way so a desktop is better. Something that would fit inside this HM-5 stand would be ideal. Gary KA1J Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
I pull my old Shure 444D off the shelf and with the stock audio settings in the K3, I get good reports. Color scheme also matches. ;) 73, Mike WA5POK -- From: Jim and Ann anniema...@aol.com Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 2:01 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3 Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? K1GND Jim __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] OT - Lithium memory batt
Hoping to take advantage of the knowledge base here. Does anyone know of a battery suitable for memory backup (installed life = 5 years or more) that uses a chemistry other than lithium? And hopefully comes in the coin cell configuration? I need to order some CR2032 size, with solder tabs or PC pins, but the vendors tell me that lithium cells cannot be sent via the postal service, and I refuse to pay upwards of $25 shipping via UPS or FedEx for a $2.00 battery. -Jim, KL7CC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KRX3 insatall
Thanks to all who offered suggestions. I just got off the phone with Howard in Elecraft support. He got it sorted in very short order. As is so often the case, it was pilot error. RF gain was turned down. DOH! 73, Mike NF4L __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] OT - Lithium memory batt
Guess it depends upon the current demand, but some of my old home-built pc's going back to a 486 processor machine used a couple of AA alkaline cells. I changed them every year or two when I opened the system box to blow out the dust and evict any critters who took up residence. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Hoping to take advantage of the knowledge base here. Does anyone know of a battery suitable for memory backup (installed life = 5 years or more) that uses a chemistry other than lithium? And hopefully comes in the coin cell configuration? I need to order some CR2032 size, with solder tabs or PC pins, but the vendors tell me that lithium cells cannot be sent via the postal service, and I refuse to pay upwards of $25 shipping via UPS or FedEx for a $2.00 battery. -Jim, KL7CC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions
I have a 250 Hz filter I use for PSK31. It seems to improve reception with the normal numbers of signals on 20 meters. I does wonders with nearby strong signals. I am using the computer as a pan adapter, so I have to narrow the bandwidth around the desired signal manually. (I have a K3 button assigned to opening the bandwidth up again at the end of a QSO.) When my P3 arrives (RSN I hope), I plan to try to use it as the pan adapter, tune with the K3, and just have the computer do fine tuning and QSO recording. Regarding the digital modes: I see PSK31 as a rag chewing mode. Transmission speed is about the same as typing speed from a good typist. It is easy to demodulate the 31 Hz bandwidth signal if there is a 31 Hz guard band on either side, making is a good neighbor on crowded bands. I also see some PSK61, which is twice as fast and good for the macro driven 599 73 OM QRZ? type of contacts. The WSJT modes can get a signal through when the noise floor is higher than the signal. While I'm not a CW operator, I'm working in that direction. Narrow bandwidth and no computer are compelling characteristics. Cheers - Bill, AE6JV On 11/1/12 at 10:31 AM, mzil...@magellangps.com (Matthew Zilmer) wrote: If you're really into CW, you might consider one of the tighter roofing filters (250, 400, 500 Hz). Generally the data modes use small passbands too. --- Bill Frantz| If the site is supported by | Periwinkle (408)356-8506 | ads, you are the product.| 16345 Englewood Ave www.pwpconsult.com | | Los Gatos, CA 95032 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] OT - Lithium memory batt
The 9V alkaline cell that backs up my alarm clock is going on 5 or 10 years now. Cheers - Bill, AE6JV On 11/1/12 at 2:25 PM, r...@cobi.biz (Ron D'Eau Claire) wrote: Guess it depends upon the current demand, but some of my old home-built pc's going back to a 486 processor machine used a couple of AA alkaline cells. I changed them every year or two when I opened the system box to blow out the dust and evict any critters who took up residence. --- Bill Frantz| If the site is supported by | Periwinkle (408)356-8506 | ads, you are the product.| 16345 Englewood Ave www.pwpconsult.com | | Los Gatos, CA 95032 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
How about a pic of the innards? John AE5X http://www.ae5x.com/blog __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
The Yaesu MD100A8x also affords the opportunity of utilizing the Up/Down frequency feature of the K3 from the microphone base. 73, Dick - KA5KKT * On 2012 01 Nov 13:04 -0500, Jim and Ann wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? I get good audio reports using a Yaesu MD100A8x that I kept from when I had an FT-920 hooked to it. I made up a custom cable between the mic base and the K3 so the stock Yaesu one is undisturbed. I'm guessing the venerable Kenwood MC-50/60 would also work very well. 73, de Nate, N0NB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] OT - Lithium memory batt
Jim: There are other batteries but none that will last ten years and give you 3 volts. I understand you not wanting to pay the surcharge UPS wants for a lithium battery transport but there is a simple solution. Buy the CR2032 battery holder from Digikey and have it shipped first class mail. Then head into town, Anchorage if you must, and head for a drugstore for the CR2032. Ten years from now when you replace it again you won't have to even heat up the soldering iron. 73 Fred, AE6QL -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Wiley Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 2:03 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] OT - Lithium memory batt Hoping to take advantage of the knowledge base here. Does anyone know of a battery suitable for memory backup (installed life = 5 years or more) that uses a chemistry other than lithium? And hopefully comes in the coin cell configuration? I need to order some CR2032 size, with solder tabs or PC pins, but the vendors tell me that lithium cells cannot be sent via the postal service, and I refuse to pay upwards of $25 shipping via UPS or FedEx for a $2.00 battery. -Jim, KL7CC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Need Headphone recommendations for K3
As another has pointed out, headphones/mics are very personal and subjective. I love my Radiosport headphones. They are sold, well made, and both feel and sound great. I purchased the gel earpads with cloth covers and the soft headband cover, and can wear them for very long stretches. I get excellent audio reports as well. I tried the widely acclaimed CM500's and found them cheaply made and uncomfortable. Different strokes 73, Lou, W0FK Jim Brown-10 wrote These are AWFUL headsets for ham radio -- VERY heavy and uncomfortable. A few guys in our contest club fell for the hype and bought them, and they hated them. I tried them on at a meeting and found them very uncomfortable. They're also VERY expensive as compared to other much better headsets. *** The Yamaha CM500 is equally comfortable and good sounding, the boom mic sounds great with a K3, and can be bought for less than $50, shipping included. . 73, Jim K9YC - St. Louis, MO K3 #2513, P3 #620, KX3 #0036 -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Need-Headphone-recommendations-for-K3-tp7564758p7564935.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions
PJ One of the best places to sell radio gear is qth.com I havesold a lot things there. 73, Fred/N0AZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of P.J.Hicks Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 1:19 PM To: Michael S Irizarry Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions Thanks Mike. I would love to load it up but social security only goes so far. I'll need to get rid of my ageing Icoms (IC751A and IC740 ) to help pay for the K3 but that's for later. Anyone know of a good place to list used gear? Anyway, thanks for the suggestions and sorry if there is OT here but I tend to ramble... as you can see.hihi PJ, N7PXY - Original Message - __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.2221 / Virus Database: 2441/5365 - Release Date: 10/31/12 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3/P10
Since the E team hasn't yet put a P10 or P6/10 out for Beta testing, and probably won't for some time, might I suggest an excellent alternative. Advanced Receiver Research produces a whole series of pre-amps or LNAs from 0.1 MHz to over 900 MHz. If you are in need of a 10M one, they have a couple of choices that cover 28-30 MHz, with lower than you'll need noise figures. The one with the lower 15db gain is, $50, and the higher 24dB gain one is $ 80. To prevent minimum loss of the K3's dynamic range, you might want the one with the lower gain. Either one's size is about 1/2 of that of the P6, and they are well constructed. I believe that Ed, KL7UW , uses one of these for his 6M pre-amp, check his web site. You can order them directly from the manufacture. GL es 73, Chuck, W7CS __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 Headphones
Another very well-regarded headset is the Direct Sound Extreme EX-29. They are often used in the sound studios for mixing. Specs say -29db isolation. Cost is $119.95 on EBay. 73, Dennis W0JX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
On 11/1/2012 11:01 AM, Jim and Ann wrote: Looking for recommendations for a desktop mic for the K3 -- anybody? Don't have a K3 but I am looking for a desk mic for K2 that would meet the following: Mic base has DTMF tone pad - 16 button if possible, 12-button OK Off-the-shelf switch box and adapter cables for K2 (default Kenwood round) and !COM 8-pin modular - bad eyesight means that I can't make up these any more like I used to do. Presently using an Adonis (import) - high quality mic with box and cables but no DTMF pad and they don't import it into the US any more. -- 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 Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Hi Cur
I just put up a new antenna and SWR is 18.1 on 10 meters when I put K3 in the tune mod a Hi Cur reading comes on the dispaly I have never seen this before is this normal with SWR of 18.1 ? I have run antenna’s with this amount of SWR but have never seen this HI Cur reading . Don W4DEE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3
* On 2012 01 Nov 16:57 -0500, Edward Dickinson III wrote: The Yaesu MD100A8x also affords the opportunity of utilizing the Up/Down frequency feature of the K3 from the microphone base. I wondered why mine didn't work until I stumbled upon the config menu entry to enable that switch. D'oh! 73, de Nate, N0NB -- The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears this is true. Ham radio, Linux, bikes, and more: http://www.n0nb.us __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 orders are now shipping in 2-5 business days
Good news from our shipping status page: As of November 1st, all new KX3 orders will ship in 2-5 business days after order. Secondary order confirmation emails are no longer be sent just prior to shipping. A shipping confirmation email will be sent to you the day your order ships via USPS or UPS. Remaining KX3 customers with orders prior to November 1st have been emailed and we are waiting for them to reply with their confirmation before their products will be shipped. Please contact april(at)elecraft.com if you have a pending order prior to November 1st and have not been contacted -- Eric --- www.elecraft.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KAT500
After reading the manual that was scanned in I noticed that when the unit is turned off that the antenna ports are not shorted together. For my qth I like to shut down my station with my antenna switch the off position shorting my antennas to ground. This in my mind is a good thing as it helps drain static from the system. So I am thinking that if I get a KAT500 then I would have to add more switches one for each antenna. Am I correct in my thinking or are there better ideas how to get this accomplished. Extra switches need extra coax which is more cost and a wee bit more loss. Any thoughts, comments. Thanks Don ~73 Don KD8NNU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Hi, It beats me why Elecraft thinks the preliminary manual is good enough to ship to users who actually need accurate information but not to everybody else who would like a preview. I see that the operations procedure calls for changing the mode to AUTO. What other modes are available? The way I read it, in AUTO mode the tuner will decide to start a tune cycle when it feels like it, which I don't want. I want the tuner to only start a tune cycle when I tell it to. I have received the invoice notice for my tuner (not shipping notice) so I am looking forward to seeing my tuner in the next couple of weeks. AB2TC - Knut WB4SON wrote I have taken the liberty of scanning my copy as a PDF and posting it on my website. You will find the document (Preliminary, Rev XC, October 12, 2012) here: http://wb4son.com/wpblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/KAT500-Prelim-Manual.pdf 73, Bob, WB4SON -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-Owner-s-Manual-tp7564895p7564944.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Manual mode does exactly what you want. Press manual, transmit, and then the tuner will tune. We're printing the new manual right now and it will be up on the web as soon as it is shipping with the KAT500s. Eric --- www.elecraft.com On 11/1/2012 6:03 PM, ab2tc wrote: Hi, It beats me why Elecraft thinks the preliminary manual is good enough to ship to users who actually need accurate information but not to everybody else who would like a preview. I see that the operations procedure calls for changing the mode to AUTO. What other modes are available? The way I read it, in AUTO mode the tuner will decide to start a tune cycle when it feels like it, which I don't want. I want the tuner to only start a tune cycle when I tell it to. I have received the invoice notice for my tuner (not shipping notice) so I am looking forward to seeing my tuner in the next couple of weeks. AB2TC - Knut WB4SON wrote I have taken the liberty of scanning my copy as a PDF and posting it on my website. You will find the document (Preliminary, Rev XC, October 12, 2012) here: http://wb4son.com/wpblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/KAT500-Prelim-Manual.pdf 73, Bob, WB4SON -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-Owner-s-Manual-tp7564895p7564944.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500
Hi, My expectation and this is how it's been explained to me by the author of the KAT500 software is that when the tuner is not powered it will be in bypass mode. This is the way every other auto tuner I am aware of works. AB2TC - Knut goldtr8 wrote After reading the manual that was scanned in I noticed that when the unit is turned off that the antenna ports are not shorted together. For my qth I like to shut down my station with my antenna switch the off position shorting my antennas to ground. This in my mind is a good thing as it helps drain static from the system. So I am thinking that if I get a KAT500 then I would have to add more switches one for each antenna. Am I correct in my thinking or are there better ideas how to get this accomplished. Extra switches need extra coax which is more cost and a wee bit more loss. Any thoughts, comments. Thanks Don ~73 Don KD8NNU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto: Elecraft@.qth This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-tp7564943p7564945.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KAT 500 manual
Tnx for the link. Just read it. Maybe my e mail coming soon. K9IL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
Excellent, that's the mode I will use it in. AB2TC - Knut Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft wrote Manual mode does exactly what you want. Press manual, transmit, and then the tuner will tune. We're printing the new manual right now and it will be up on the web as soon as it is shipping with the KAT500s. Eric -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-Owner-s-Manual-tp7564895p7564947.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Need Headphone recommendations for K3
I quite agree. I have a RS20 headset with the same Dream options and it's the best headset I've ever used by a substantial margin. We'll see just how good they are for long sessions after 24 hours of Sweepstakes this weekend. 73... Randy, W8FN On 11/01/2012 17:32, W0FK wrote: As another has pointed out, headphones/mics are very personal and subjective. I love my Radiosport headphones. They are sold, well made, and both feel and sound great. I purchased the gel earpads with cloth covers and the soft headband cover, and can wear them for very long stretches. I get excellent audio reports as well. I tried the widely acclaimed CM500's and found them cheaply made and uncomfortable. Different strokes 73, Lou, W0FK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual?
The KAT500 weighs 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 12:31 PM To: Mike Harris Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Owner's Manual? Very lightweight! The shipping box was 7 pounds, and I'd guess that the KAT weighed 5 pounds or less. It certainly isn't heavy by any stretch of the imagination. If I get a chance to unwire it, I'll put it on the scale. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500
When the tuner is powered off, the ANT1 port is connected to the Transmitter port with no tuner L or C applied. /Rick On Thu, Nov 1, 2012 at 6:18 PM, ab2tc ab...@arrl.net wrote: Hi, My expectation and this is how it's been explained to me by the author of the KAT500 software is that when the tuner is not powered it will be in bypass mode. This is the way every other auto tuner I am aware of works. AB2TC - Knut goldtr8 wrote After reading the manual that was scanned in I noticed that when the unit is turned off that the antenna ports are not shorted together. For my qth I like to shut down my station with my antenna switch the off position shorting my antennas to ground. This in my mind is a good thing as it helps drain static from the system. So I am thinking that if I get a KAT500 then I would have to add more switches one for each antenna. Am I correct in my thinking or are there better ideas how to get this accomplished. Extra switches need extra coax which is more cost and a wee bit more loss. Any thoughts, comments. Thanks Don ~73 Don KD8NNU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto: Elecraft@.qth This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-tp7564943p7564945.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html -- Rick Tavan N6XI Truckee, CA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K2 number of parts?
As I was building my K2 tonight, I was wondering if anyone had ever done a parts count for the standard K2/10 without any add ons? Just curious! 73, Keith N8CEP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K2-number-of-parts-tp7564950.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500
All three ports have gas discharge tubes and static bleed resistors. Phil – AD5X __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K2 number of parts?
Keith, If one were to feel so moved to do so, it is an easy task, just go through the parts listing in the manual and sum the quantities column for all the parts. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/1/2012 10:42 PM, N8CEP wrote: As I was building my K2 tonight, I was wondering if anyone had ever done a parts count for the standard K2/10 without any add ons? Just curious! 73, Keith N8CEP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K2-number-of-parts-tp7564950.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] battery power for backup
Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. Unfortunately, physical size is an issue, which is why I mentioned the coin cells. I don't know if a coin cell holder will fit in the available space, and I had thought of that possibility, but I will investigate further. The cells can be no larger than the 2032 size. However, I will investigate mounting the memory cells at another location inside the set and running wire leads to the original location. One of my applications is inside a FT-100D transceiver. Other sets probably have more elbow room and for those the battery holder is a good idea. And yes, I can purchase coin cells in any size or quantity I want at the local market, but none that have solder tabs or PC-mount pins. Thanks again for your suggestions. We now return you to your regularly scheduled reflector. - Jim, KL7CC On 11/1/2012 7:38 PM, Steve Jackson wrote: Jim I saw some incorrect answers fly about on the Elecraft reflector. One was good: to buy the cell holder and then buy the CR2032 or similar cells at the drugstore. Another answer you didn't get is to use a pair of L91 AA cells in series. If you download the spec sheet for that cell you will be /astounded /that we have a commercial product widely available in the consumer market that is THAT terrific. Look at the longevity, pulse ampacity, temperature specs, etc., all simply amazing. Will blow away any other solution at 12 years plus. http://data.energizer.com/PDFs/l91.pdf There are programs you can use to calculate a Joules-reduction to show how long your service life will be but basically for back up you're limited by shelf life specs and also the ability of the contacts in the cell holder to maintain ohmic integrity. Steve KZ1X/4 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Headphone recommendation for K3
Hello Barry, The Sennheiser HD238's are ON EAR headphones, as opposed to the ones people have been discussing which fit OVER the ear. I like both and often switch when one becomes uncomfortable. My current favorites (I'm a headphone junky): Earbuds: Skullcandy I just recently picked these up at Walmart on an impulse buy...headphone junky thing. There are literally hundreds of earbud manufacturers ranging in cost from a couple bucks to over $100. Take a look at your local electronics outlet, Walmart, Best Buy, etc. and pick out a pair that looks comfortable. I prefer the silicone ear tips to the foam style but everyone is different. In the ear: I picked up a pair of Shure SLC-2 in the ear monitor earphones brand new at a hamfest. I just use the little rubber tips. One of these days I may spend the money and have a custom molded insert made for these. You have to be fitted at an audiologist for these but I'd bet it's worth it. One can get really carried away with these custom molded in ear monitor earphones. I've seen the ones you see musicians use on stage that go for well over $1000.00. One the ear: Hands down, Koss Porta-Pro. I've owned these for years. I live near the Koss factory and the best part is their lifetime warranty. I've brought them into the repair depot several times over the years and they either repair or replace them. They also sell replacement earpads very little. Yes, they look a little weird but they are very comfortable. As long as you have a quiet shack they work great. Here's a link: http://www.koss.com/en/products/headphones/on-ear-headphones/PortaPro__Porta_Pro_On_Ear_Headphone Over the ear (with microphone): I operate very little SSB but when I do, I use, again, the Koss SB-40's that NK9G mentioned here. I've swapped the stock microphone element for a Heil DX cartridge (W4LT posted some instructions here on how to do the swap.) These are great headphones, a clone of the Yamaha CM500's with a different stock mic element. They are much more comfortable then the Heil headsets I have. I can only use the Heils for a few hours and then my ears hurt for hours afterwards. I can wear the SB-40's for hours and hours. Again, as someone pointed out, headset comfort and sound quality are very subjective. Use what works for you and that you like best. I often change headsets during a 48 hour contest every couple of hours. OK...I'm a little obsessed. When I show up with a new pair my XYL rolls her eyesshe doesn't get it. I pass the ones I don't like on to my kids. On 11/1/2012 4:05 AM, Barry Simpson wrote: After using my Yaesu YH-77STA very happily for many years (they still work fine) I decided to give some other headphones a try. I also have the Sony MDR-7506 I bought a few years ago based on the Ehamnet reviews. However, I am not very keen on them at all. I find them too large and heavy and they make my ears and head hot with extended use. Also the rubber covering around the headphone speaker units has now crumbled and disintegrated. Several months ago, I bought a pair of Sennheiser HD238. I find them superb - lightweight and very comfortable including a recent 24 hour spell in the Oceania CW Contest. 73 Barry VK2BJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html -- 73, Gary K9GS Greater Milwaukee DX Association: http://www.gmdxa.org Society of Midwest Contesters: http://www.w9smc.com CW Ops #1032 http://www.cwops.org __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K2 number of parts?
If you are building a K2, or any Elecraft product for that matter, the first thing to do is to do a complete inventory of everything received. Sometimes, but not often, parts can be missing, or parts like toroidal cores can be broken in transit, and you can then get replacements from Elecraft before starting construction. The K2 resistors are on a bandolier in the sequence in which they are called for by the construction manual, but not so the capacitors. Two ways of dealing with capacitors: (1) get some empty pill bottles and into each put the capacitors of a given value. Mark the value on the bottle with a water insoluble fine felt pen, or, (2) cut a cardboard box around the perimeter at about half height to reveal the corrugations in the cardboard. Then place one leg of each capacitor in the corrugation voids in the order in which the construction manual calls for them. (An old Heathkit trick) Some sticky tape around the outside of the box covering the lower part of the exposed capacitor leg will stop them from falling out should the box be accidentally knocked. This is quite a lot of work, but it pays dividends in worry-free, easy, construction. All the best and 73 Kevin VK3DAP / ZL2DAP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
