Re: [Elecraft] XV-144 Overdrive protection
I have seen this before when the 2.5mm key line jack just needed pushed home. Rx without the key line causes the front LEDs to flash. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/XV-144-Overdrive-protection-tp7584207p7584272.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] [K3] - Digital Modes Interface - Working Split
I started this email with another thought in mind. The more I typed, the more I thought I may be wrong about what I was thinking. First, let me emphatically state that I *know* the K3 will just let you plug into a computer sound card - I get that. I like something between my radio and computer; something other than the default sound card if for no other reason than to eliminate the odd beeps and boops over the air. I have used a SignaLink USB and am currently using an E-MU 0204. Now for this disclaimer, I am only a *very* casual contester. In the WPX RTTY contest last weekend, I only operated about 10 hours and that was spread out over 44 hours of the contest (the contest is 48 hours). Most of that was on Saturday. I am a QRS CW operator who prefers manual keying but will use the macros in RUMPed for contest exchanges. I operated for about an hour in the ARRL DX CW contest last night and will probably operate a few more hours on and off through the duration of the contest. I am no where near hard core and I operate in S P mode. I get serious for one contest and that is Field Day (I know, I know, it's not a contest. Really? Why do we keep score then?) where I will sit for hours. I already have CAT control with a GearMo USB-to-4port serial adapter. The reason I ask is that I have lately been using an E-MU 0204 for sound card modes. I've been thinking about purchasing either a Navigator or a microHAM Digi Keyer II. This is where I think I may be wrong in my thinking - the SignaLink USB has only mono receive capability. When working split, is there any reason why I have to be able to decode both the DX (or split station [i.e. W1AW/x]) and the calling station? Even if I were to make the decision to purchase a Navigator / microHAM interface, I'm on a budget so I'd have to sell both the SignaLink USB and the E-MU 0204. The E-MU 0204 can also be used to interface with the I / Q output of my KX3. So, I'm reluctant to sell the 0204. Now, some things on my wish list (way down the road) and I cannot really see how to hook all this up with either the Navigator or a microHAM interface (before you ask, I like lemonade flavored Kool-Aid): P3 SVGA adapter - okay, I know that just goes in the P3 and doesn't have anything to do with the Navigator / microHAM KPA500 KAT500 W2 wattmeter I know this list has an august crowd and I know what I'm asking when I ask for opinions ;) but that's what I need. Then I can make a better decision. 73, Joel - W4JBB __ 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] - Digital Modes Interface - Working Split
Joel, If you are using the E-MU 0204 between the computer and the K3, that satisfies your desire to have something other than the default sound card between the K3 and the computer. Just tell the computer to use the on-board card for normal windows sounds and tell your digital modes software to use the 0204. The K3 contains isolation transformers, so there is no need for additional isolation provided by an external interface box. So IMHO, you already have everything needed. 73, Don W3FPR On 2/15/2014 7:14 AM, Joel Black wrote: I started this email with another thought in mind. The more I typed, the more I thought I may be wrong about what I was thinking. First, let me emphatically state that I *know* the K3 will just let you plug into a computer sound card - I get that. I like something between my radio and computer; something other than the default sound card if for no other reason than to eliminate the odd beeps and boops over the air. I have used a SignaLink USB and am currently using an E-MU 0204. __ 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] - Digital Modes Interface - Working Split
When working split, is there any reason why I have to be able to decode both the DX (or split station [i.e. W1AW/x]) and the calling station? It's not absolutely necessary but it makes working split - especially in big pile-ups - much easier if one can tell where the target is listening. With the incessant calling of some stations one simply can not rely of seeing a signal pop up on the P3 or some software based panadapter. Now, some things on my wish list (way down the road) and I cannot really see how to hook all this up with either the Navigator or a microHAM interface (before you ask, I like lemonade flavored Kool-Aid): P3 SVGA adapter - okay, I know that just goes in the P3 and doesn't have anything to do with the Navigator / microHAM KPA500 KAT500 W2 wattmeter DigiKeyer II does not effect the use/connection of any of the K-line. The RS-232 connection from DKII connects to the P3 where the computer would normally connect. FSK and PTT connect to the K3 ACC jack using the DB15 Y adapter that is part of the Elecraft optional cable kit. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2/15/2014 7:14 AM, Joel Black wrote: I started this email with another thought in mind. The more I typed, the more I thought I may be wrong about what I was thinking. First, let me emphatically state that I *know* the K3 will just let you plug into a computer sound card - I get that. I like something between my radio and computer; something other than the default sound card if for no other reason than to eliminate the odd beeps and boops over the air. I have used a SignaLink USB and am currently using an E-MU 0204. Now for this disclaimer, I am only a *very* casual contester. In the WPX RTTY contest last weekend, I only operated about 10 hours and that was spread out over 44 hours of the contest (the contest is 48 hours). Most of that was on Saturday. I am a QRS CW operator who prefers manual keying but will use the macros in RUMPed for contest exchanges. I operated for about an hour in the ARRL DX CW contest last night and will probably operate a few more hours on and off through the duration of the contest. I am no where near hard core and I operate in S P mode. I get serious for one contest and that is Field Day (I know, I know, it's not a contest. Really? Why do we keep score then?) where I will sit for hours. I already have CAT control with a GearMo USB-to-4port serial adapter. The reason I ask is that I have lately been using an E-MU 0204 for sound card modes. I've been thinking about purchasing either a Navigator or a microHAM Digi Keyer II. This is where I think I may be wrong in my thinking - the SignaLink USB has only mono receive capability. When working split, is there any reason why I have to be able to decode both the DX (or split station [i.e. W1AW/x]) and the calling station? Even if I were to make the decision to purchase a Navigator / microHAM interface, I'm on a budget so I'd have to sell both the SignaLink USB and the E-MU 0204. The E-MU 0204 can also be used to interface with the I / Q output of my KX3. So, I'm reluctant to sell the 0204. Now, some things on my wish list (way down the road) and I cannot really see how to hook all this up with either the Navigator or a microHAM interface (before you ask, I like lemonade flavored Kool-Aid): P3 SVGA adapter - okay, I know that just goes in the P3 and doesn't have anything to do with the Navigator / microHAM KPA500 KAT500 W2 wattmeter I know this list has an august crowd and I know what I'm asking when I ask for opinions ;) but that's what I need. Then I can make a better decision. 73, Joel - W4JBB __ 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] [K2] Build questions
Sean, For a first time builder, I recommend you simply follow the instructions in the manual. There are only a few components that require desoldering when adding the options . I would suggest that you add the Front Panel components for the KSB2 option while you have the Front Panel Board open. The K2 manual has a page that will lead you to the proper time to consider the installation of modules. Do *not* attempt to install the K60XV until you are completely finished with the K2 assembly, alignment and test. That option changes the alignment and operation for 40 meters, so don't do that until your base K2 is complete. If you are a very experienced builder and can successfully juggle instructions between two documents at once to determine the before and after changes and resolve any conflicts, then I would reconsider my advice above. 73, Don W3FPR On 2/14/2014 8:27 PM, Sean Michael Johnston wrote: I am building the K2 along with options KDSP2, KSB2, K160RX, K60XV, and I would like to avoid desoldering parts as much as possible. Does anyone have a suggestion as to which parts of the options it is OK to add as I am building the RF board? Is it safe to add any of the larger capacitors from the add-on kits without attaching the actual add-on boards for initial testing of the K2, or is that a bad idea? I am planning on installing all the Junction connectors and plugging in temporary jumpers instead of soldering the jumpers directly to board. Is this recommended/safe? Thanks - Sean __ 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] [Elecraft_K3] New K3/KPA500/KAT500 beta firmware: KAT500 tracking of K3 VFO other improvements
My K3-KPA-KAT works great with all three betas and a new Windows utility for KPA. Two solid days and no retuning or faults when I get too into the mic. Thanks Elecraft for all the great help and continuing support. - Chuck, KE9UW -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/New-K3-KPA500-KAT500-beta-firmware-KAT500-tracking-of-K3-VFO-other-improvements-tp7584204p7584277.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] K2 microphones
Any unused heil icm mikes with pl2t boom for k2 or mh2 hand mics out there? Looking for bargain. If you have a different kind of mic that will work with k2 and dont use make offer. John WT5Y __ 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] New K3/KPA500/KAT500 beta firmware: KAT500 tracking of K3 VFO other improvements
This appears to work very well. The KAT500 following the VFO on the K3 is a tremendous improvement. I like it. Would it be possible to make the ATU TUNE button work with the KPA500/KAT500 as well? That, and maybe making the ANT button select outputs on the KAT500 would pretty much make the K3/KPA500/KAT500 *system* completely integrated. Thanks, Jeff n1kdo __ 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] FS: Kenwood TS-990S/Icom IC 7800/Tokyo HL-2500Fx
This offer for Sale looks very suspicious to me. DO NOT FOLLOW IT UP Theenglish is not quite right the phone code 07031 is a high cost premium rate phone code frequently used by scammers! 73 Ray G3XLG - Ray G3XLG -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-Kenwood-TS-990S-Icom-IC-7800-Tokyo-HL-2500Fx-tp7584240p7584280.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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
Thursday I ordered my K3 and P3. All the images I see show the P3 on either the right or left side of the K3. But it seems having the P3 screen just above the display of the K3 would be an easier way to operate. Is there any reason not to locate the P3 that way (like vents in the K3, speaker, etc.)? 73, Phil w7ox (K2 #380, K1 #18) __ 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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
Phil, Having the P3 on top of the K3 has worked fine here for many years with no problems. Your equipment configuration is mostly a matter of operating convenience. 73, matt W6NIA On Sat, 15 Feb 2014 08:06:10 -0800, you wrote: Thursday I ordered my K3 and P3. All the images I see show the P3 on either the right or left side of the K3. But it seems having the P3 screen just above the display of the K3 would be an easier way to operate. Is there any reason not to locate the P3 that way (like vents in the K3, speaker, etc.)? 73, Phil w7ox (K2 #380, K1 #18) __ 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 Matt Zilmer, W6NIA -- Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe. -A. Lincoln __ 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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
There are air inlet vents over the PA area and an up-firing speaker on top. I use an inexpensive Costco 3-tierSeville Classics Bamboo + Steel shoe shelf. The K3 and keys are underneath and the P3 is about 1-1/2 above the K3, centered. This shelf is much more robust than its predecessor. It holds up my KPA500 without visible sag. The space under the lowest shelf has room for the K3 with 3/8 to spare with the tilt bail up. There are facing wood pieces about 3/4 on front and back of each shelf that stiffen the shelves. The sticker says Item/ART 811302. 73 de Dick, K6KR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Wheeler Sent: Saturday, February 15, 2014 8:06 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Can P3 Be On Top of K3? Thursday I ordered my K3 and P3. All the images I see show the P3 on either the right or left side of the K3. But it seems having the P3 screen just above the display of the K3 would be an easier way to operate. Is there any reason not to locate the P3 that way (like vents in the K3, speaker, etc.)? 73, Phil w7ox (K2 #380, K1 #18) __ 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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
I have a shelf above my K3 which would allow the P3 to sit flat. My rotor is there now, but it could be moved. I have a P3 waiting for construction, but the rotor and shelf have been there since I put # 1025 there in 2007 or whatever with no ill effects. Willis 'Cookie' Cooke, TDXS DX Chairman K5EWJ Trustee N5BPS, USS Cavalla, USS Stewart From: Phil Wheeler w...@socal.rr.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, February 15, 2014 10:06 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Can P3 Be On Top of K3? Thursday I ordered my K3 and P3. All the images I see show the P3 on either the right or left side of the K3. But it seems having the P3 screen just above the display of the K3 would be an easier way to operate. Is there any reason not to locate the P3 that way (like vents in the K3, speaker, etc.)? 73, Phil w7ox (K2 #380, K1 #18) __ 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] K3/KPA500/KAT500 new Beta firmware further observations
During field testing of the newest firmware for the K3, KPA500 and KAT500, after a good exercise of it I was asked to post my observations and I did in a previous email to the list. There have been a few tweaks and the latest field test versions have been released as public Beta versions. They are, K3 version 4.83, KPA500 version 1.37 and KAT500 version 1.58 available for download on the Elecraft website. I have had all of these loaded since they were released and have found no problems with them. I'm currently taking a break from the ARRL International DX contest where I'm operating Single Op, High Power Unassisted. (Normally I operate Low Power or QRP, but running 600 watts in this one with the KPA500 KAT500 to really test the new firmware.) Last night, I started out on 10 meters and worked down to 160 meters as the higher bands closed or I had worked all the DX stations I could hear with my meager antenna system (Cushcraft A3S@35 feet and Alpha Delta DX-LB 160/80/40 shortened dipole at about 33 feet). In several previous contests, (before any of the new firmware was even available for field test) I was very annoyed by the KAT500 sporadically initiating a tuning cycle during a contest exchange, mostly on 160 and 80 meters, but occasionally on the others as well. The first iteration of the Field Test FW I was allowed to test cured some but not all of the problems. The Elecraft FW Engineering programmers have been working diligently behind the scenes to correct the bugs I (and all the other testers) reported. Prior to the start of the contest last night, I made sure the KAT500's memories were loaded by training it at appropriate intervals on all the bands which wound up (for my antennas, yours may vary) being every 10 KHz on 160 meters, every 30 KHz on 80 meters, every 50 KHz on 40, and every 100 KHz on 20,15 and 10 meters. During the 8 hours I've operated so far, I've been all the way from the top end of the 10 meter CW band through the 15, 20, 40, 80 and 160 meter bands and NOT ONCE did the KAT500 initiate a tune and the tuner automatically followed the K3's VFO, switching at the necessary points and I never saw over a 1.1:1 SWR on ANY frequency I was on. I was not in contest run mode, sitting on a frequency calling CQ, but search pounce the entire operating time to really exercise the FW and I figure if it was going to fail, it would under those conditions. It did not. They finally think they have gotten all the bugs we reported, (bear in mind that with any software/firmware one never gets all the bugs out nor does the program ever do everything that everyone wanted it to). From the results of my operation in this contest I'm very pleased with the equipment and firmware as currently installed and barring any further minor tweaks that Wayne crew deem necessary to make, I think these versions could very well be ready to become full production versions. Certainly those of you who have been holding back because they are listed as Beta versions ought to re-consider installing them especially if you're still frustrated by random tuning cycles initiated by the ATU at points it shouldn't. The ability for the ATU to follow the K3's RX frequency and set the LC network to a memorized combination without having to transmit is a real plus! If you DO decide to install them, BE SURE to read the release notes and instructions contained in them to properly activate the integration between the K3 and KAT500 in the menu (don't ask me why I'm emphasizing this -- LOL!) Jim Sheldon, W0EB Park City, KS K3 #5027, KPA500 #0443 and KAT500 #0037 __ 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 + MK II HELP Needed
Hi Guys, i've taken a Microkeyer II with his cables for K3 ( the one with the rear jack for mic ), i've been able to set-up everything for RTTY and CW, but i'm having big problems with phone and PSK31/JT65 . I've connected an condenser mic to the rear of MKII with the supplied RJ45 adapter , but , not way to let the audio arrives to the K3, just the ptt but no audio (i've setted the internal switch of the MKII for the condenser mic ), the same problem occured on PSK31 and JT65 ( in DATA mode ), the program can drive the PTT but the radio doesn't receive the audio from the MKII i've done almost every kind of test and set-up in the K3 , but i cannot find the solution. Any suggestion ? If i record an SSB buffer in the MKII with the computer mic and send it into the K3 the radio trasmits properly. I'm not a tecnician, so i do apologize if my question is very silly. Thanks in advance. Marco , IK0YVV __ 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] Build questions
If you aren't already familiar with it, get some solder wick. Radio Shack and anywhere they sell solder normally has it. It's just finely braided copper wire. Lay the end on a solder joint, heat it with the iron and it wicks up excess solder so you can easily remove components when you add the KSB2 etc. it will save a lot of wear and tear on the board. In fact, if you are removing them completely, it's safer to cut the component out, solder wick the remaining stubs and pull them out. A little cleanup with alcohol and you would never know a part had been soldered in there. Eric KE6US On 2/14/2014 10:07 PM, Sean Michael Johnston wrote: Thanks for the advice Johnny. This seems to be the best way to go for a first time builder like myself. On Feb 14, 2014, at 8:04 PM, Johnny Siu vr2...@yahoo.com.hk wrote: I know other experts will give you more advice. From my past experience, I would build the basic K2 first. Since you have KSB2, there are some components for KSB2 to be installed on the front panel, you can do that as well. Once your basic K2 is ready and fine, you can start with the others. I am assuming a first builder. For me, built many K2 in the past, I will cut the corner and install all relevant parts of the options in RF / front panel board at first hand. This approach is not recommended if you don't familiar with K2 building because this will hinder the troubleshooting process in case of problems. I don't object the installation of junction connector but you have to make proper record yourself - see taking a photo with your smartphone. Hope this help. 73 Johnny VR2XMC 寄件人︰ Sean Michael Johnston s...@seanmichaeljohnston.com 收件人︰ elecraft@mailman.qth.net 傳送日期︰ 2014年02月15日 (週六) 9:27 AM 主題︰ [Elecraft] [K2] Build questions I am building the K2 along with options KDSP2, KSB2, K160RX, K60XV, and I would like to avoid desoldering parts as much as possible. Does anyone have a suggestion as to which parts of the options it is OK to add as I am building the RF board? Is it safe to add any of the larger capacitors from the add-on kits without attaching the actual add-on boards for initial testing of the K2, or is that a bad idea? I am planning on installing all the Junction connectors and plugging in temporary jumpers instead of soldering the jumpers directly to board. Is this recommended/safe? Thanks - Sean __ 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] LONG K3 birdie on 28.004.00 after new KAT500 Beta firmware upgrade?
The solution is to move the MCU crystal frequency slightly so that the spur is below 28.000. We're looking into this. 73, Wayne N6KR On Feb 14, 2014, at 5:57 PM, ac...@aol.com wrote: I used to have a short birdie on my K3 on 28.004.00 after keyup, but now after my 1.58 Beta firmware upgrade on my KAT500, the birdie lasts for 4 seconds after keyup. Does anyone know how to get rid of this annoying birdie on 10 meters? I though somebody was keying up on top of me every time I switched to receive. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks. Mike AC6JA K3 MCU 4.83 FPF 1.15 DSP12.82 DSP22.82 KAT500 FW1.58 Beta KPA500 FW1.37 Beta __ 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] K3 + MK II HELP Needed
What software are you using for digital modes - see the configuration examples in microHAM Router (Help | download documents) or on-line in the MK II area at www.microHAM-USA.com/support.html. When using MK II with a K3, the audio switching tab in microHAM Router should be set as follows: Voice/Digital settings selector ... should be set to Use Voice Settings. Computer generated audio fed to: should be Microphone jack, DVK control for Voice and Line input (rear) for FSK/DIGITAL. In SSB the K3 MENU:MIC SEL should be set to rP.L and MENU:MIC+LIN must be set to OFF. In DATA the K3 MENU:MIC SEL should be set to LInE In. Mic and line input gains are set separately with the Mic Gain control *while in SSB or DATA modes respectively*. Make sure you have followed the instructions for setting audio levels beginning on page 45 of the microKEYER II USERS MANUAL *EXACTLY*. Do not skip steps and do not try to do it the way you think it should be done. Only proceed to the next step when you have achieved the results described in the instructions. 73, ... Joe Subich, W4TV microHAM America, LLC. http://www.microHAM-USA.com http://groups.yahoo.com/group/microHAM mailto://supp...@microham.com On 2/15/2014 12:26 PM, ik0...@libero.it wrote: Hi Guys, i've taken a Microkeyer II with his cables for K3 ( the one with the rear jack for mic ), i've been able to set-up everything for RTTY and CW, but i'm having big problems with phone and PSK31/JT65 . I've connected an condenser mic to the rear of MKII with the supplied RJ45 adapter , but , not way to let the audio arrives to the K3, just the ptt but no audio (i've setted the internal switch of the MKII for the condenser mic ), the same problem occured on PSK31 and JT65 ( in DATA mode ), the program can drive the PTT but the radio doesn't receive the audio from the MKII i've done almost every kind of test and set-up in the K3 , but i cannot find the solution. Any suggestion ? If i record an SSB buffer in the MKII with the computer mic and send it into the K3 the radio trasmits properly. I'm not a tecnician, so i do apologize if my question is very silly. Thanks in advance. Marco , IK0YVV __ 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] [k3] Birdie
In over five years of ownership I've never heard this birdie before so I don't know whether it's new or I just missed it before. The birdie is S9 on 7.067 MHz and tunes at a 6X rate in the negative direction. It's definitely internal. Anyone else have this? Wes N7WS __ 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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
I find that my hands use the knobs on the P3 far more that the K3. I estimate the ratio of P3 to K3 use is 4:1 respectively. I operate 99.99% CW, so my input is based on primarily CW operation. I suggest you try it out for a few days, when you are active on the air, in the side position and on top position. I found my arms and wrist got tired when having to access the knobs and controls when the P3 sat on top of the K3 YMMV Jim WA9ZBV __ 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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
Hmm. I found my arms and wrist got tired when having to access the knobs and controls when the P3 sat on top of the K3: Good point, Jim -- I don't like my knobs too high. The K2/100 atop the relatively thin KAT100 works well in that regard. I'll play with it when I get it! 73, Phil On 2/15/14, 10:31 AM, Jim wrote: I find that my hands use the knobs on the P3 far more that the K3. I estimate the ratio of P3 to K3 use is 4:1 respectively. I operate 99.99% CW, so my input is based on primarily CW operation. I suggest you try it out for a few days, when you are active on the air, in the side position and on top position. I found my arms and wrist got tired when having to access the knobs and controls when the P3 sat on top of the K3 YMMV Jim WA9ZBV __ 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] CW QRQ and SPLIT
Hello I saw in the manual of K3 that CW QRQ is temporarily turned OFF with SPLIT. Will be in the future any way to use it in SPLIT mode or is impossible? I usually use SPLIT when running to pick up calls few Hz up and down, like it instead of RIT because of the large knob of VFO A 73, Jorge CX6VM/CW5W __ 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] CW QRQ and SPLIT
Jorge, listen using RX B and transmit with RX/TX A with full QSK at QRQ speeds. I am using macros inspired by ZL2IFB: SPLIT RT0;XT0;FR0;DV0;BW0040;SWT13;SWT13;UP4;SB1;BW0100;MN111;MP002;MN255; UNSPLIT SWT11;BW0040;SWT13;SWT13;FR0;SB0;RT0;XT0;LK0;LK$0;MN111;MP001;MN255; 73, Martin, OK1RR Dne 15.2.2014 20:33, Jorge Diez - CX6VM napsal(a): Hello I saw in the manual of K3 that CW QRQ is temporarily turned OFF with SPLIT. Will be in the future any way to use it in SPLIT mode or is impossible? I usually use SPLIT when running to pick up calls few Hz up and down, like it instead of RIT because of the large knob of VFO A 73, Jorge CX6VM/CW5W __ 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] CW QRQ and SPLIT
Jorge, AFAIK, probably not. The frequency must be shifted from RX to TX, and with QRQ in effect it is not possible to shift that fast. A K3 with 'chirp' on the ham bands would not be a nice thing to hear. 73, Don W3FPR On 2/15/2014 2:33 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote: I saw in the manual of K3 that CW QRQ is temporarily turned OFF with SPLIT. Will be in the future any way to use it in SPLIT mode or is impossible? __ 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] - Digital Modes Interface - Working Split
W3FPR wrote: So IMHO, you already have everything needed. Agreed, Don. Thanks for the confirmation. W4TV wrote: With the incessant calling of some stations one simply can not rely of seeing a signal pop up on the P3 or some software based panadapter. Joe, you are correct. Thanks for reminding me of that. Someone else wrote me privately basically telling me the same thing. Thanks for the help with this decision. I have everything I need. 73, Joel - W4JBB __ 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] Can P3 Be On Top of K3?
Hi Phil, I had my P3 on top of my K3 for about a year until I got the SVGA card and added an additional monitor which is now suspended over the K3. There's no heat build up problem but if the K3 bale is up then I guess the P3 could slide a bit when pushing P3 buttons. I used some of that rubbery shelf liner and cut it out for the K3 speaker and vent holes. It kept the P3 from moving around unless I got very rough with the buttons. I suppose the internal speaker audio might be lessened slightly. I infrequently use the speaker and I didn't notice any problem when I did use it. 73, Mike K2MK Phil Wheeler-2 wrote Thursday I ordered my K3 and P3. All the images I see show the P3 on either the right or left side of the K3. But it seems having the P3 screen just above the display of the K3 would be an easier way to operate. Is there any reason not to locate the P3 that way (like vents in the K3, speaker, etc.)? 73, Phil w7ox (K2 #380, K1 #18) -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Can-P3-Be-On-Top-of-K3-tp7584281p7584297.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] Using a SignaLink SL-1+ with a K3
I’ve used a SignaLink SL-1+ for years with an Icom 756PROIII and a laptop. After getting my K3 up and running I decided to try hooking up the SIgnaLink. I bought the cable that connects it to the line in and line out and PTT connectors of the K3. It seems to work OK except that there didn’t seem to be much audio getting into the K3’s line in. Yes, I turned off the mic input and turned on line in. Yes, I maxed the laptop’s audio out. Finally, So, as an experiment, I ran the laptop’s audio out into a pair of PC speakers and ran the headphone output of the PC speakers into the K3. Lots more audio out of the speakers and I can now get plenty into the K3. I suppose the problem was just that the K3 needs more juice into line in than my Icom needed. Oh, well. Live and learn. Carl Yaffey K8NU Banjo, guitar, bass, mandolin, dobro. recording studio. cyaffeyno_s...@gmail.com 614 268 6353, Columbus OH http://www.carl-yaffey.com http://www.grassahol.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] Using a SignaLink SL-1+ with a K3
Carl, Check your SignaLink configuration (see the SignaLink documentation) to be certain it is set for Line output rather than Mic level output - you should not have to set your soundcard level to the maximum. Note on the K3, you must drive the audio sufficiently to produce 4 bars solid on the ALC meter with the 5th bar flickering if you are to be able to control power output level properly with the power knob. Normal Line levels can do that easily, but mic levels will not allow that to happen. Note carefully that while you may have been instructed with prior rigs to set for maximum power and adjust the audio for the power desired, that does *not* work with the K3, and will result in power creep. Adjust the audio as instructed in the manual (4 bars on the ALC meter with the 5th bar flickering) and adjust to the desired power level with the power knob. The K3 power control is different than most all other transceivers in that it uses a closed loop and will attempt to adjust the power level to that requested by the power knob regardless of the audio drive. 73, Don W3FPR On 2/15/2014 6:14 PM, Carl Yaffey wrote: I’ve used a SignaLink SL-1+ for years with an Icom 756PROIII and a laptop. After getting my K3 up and running I decided to try hooking up the SIgnaLink. I bought the cable that connects it to the line in and line out and PTT connectors of the K3. It seems to work OK except that there didn’t seem to be much audio getting into the K3’s line in. Yes, I turned off the mic input and turned on line in. Yes, I maxed the laptop’s audio out. Finally, So, as an experiment, I ran the laptop’s audio out into a pair of PC speakers and ran the headphone output of the PC speakers into the K3. Lots more audio out of the speakers and I can now get plenty into the K3. I suppose the problem was just that the K3 needs more juice into line in than my Icom needed. Oh, well. Live and learn. Carl Yaffey K8NU Banjo, guitar, bass, mandolin, dobro. recording studio. cyaffeyno_s...@gmail.com 614 268 6353, Columbus OH http://www.carl-yaffey.com http://www.grassahol.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] KX3 Mobile Mount
Was the mobile mount for the KX3 ever sold or is it on the development list? If available, how can I order one? I would like to adapt it as part of an under shelf mount in my base station yet also be able to quickly take the xcvr portable. 73 Mike KF6KXG __ 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 -Diminished volume with Auto Notch
When using the auto notch, I find a diminished volume. Anyone else noticing this? 73 Mike KF6KXG __ 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 Mobile Mount
Hi Mike, The mount was never developed because there were too many good alternatives available elsewhere. This doesn't mean we won't market a mobile mount, but I would say it's not really in our plan at this time. One of the best alternatives I've found can be seen here: http://www.rammount.com/Portals/0/Skins/NationalProducts/images/un42.jpg You would want to buy just the cradle portion, which National Products sells under a separate model number. I've use ProClip.com for dash mount options in two vehicles, and they have a good range of vehicles supported in their product lineup. http://www.proclipusa.com/ 73, matt W6NIA On Sat, 15 Feb 2014 17:51:28 -0800, you wrote: Was the mobile mount for the KX3 ever sold or is it on the development list? If available, how can I order one? I would like to adapt it as part of an under shelf mount in my base station yet also be able to quickly take the xcvr portable. 73 Mike KF6KXG __ 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 Matt Zilmer, W6NIA www.elecraft.com 831-763-4211 x129 Skype: matt.zilmer __ 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 -Diminished volume with Auto Notch
On 2/15/2014 5:54 PM, Mike Lichtman wrote: When using the auto notch, I find a diminished volume. Anyone else noticing this? 73 Mike KF6KXG I don't have a KX3, but when I use the notch on my K3, the overall audio volume decreases ... as it should. My hearing aids will automatically notch out the siren of a fire truck going by, and things get fairly quiet for a short time [can't copy CW on a speaker with my hearing aids, they think it's a fire truck :-)]. The notch does have a non-zero bandwidth of course and it will take out some noise around the center frequency and thus things may sound quieter. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the 2014 Cal QSO Party 4-5 Oct 2014 - www.cqp.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
[Elecraft] Problem with resistance check list with k1 kit
I am building the k1 kit and am getting only a couple resistance measurements on the resistance check stage of the rf board part 1 on page 29. I have checked every stage twice as well as soldering shorts. Any one have any thoughts? __ 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] Problem with resistance check list with k1 kit
Please explain what you mean by getting only a couple resistance measurements Does that mean that only a couple are correct? Or does it mean that you can only accomplish a couple resistance measurements? A resistance measurement of zero is a valid measurement, and generally indicates a short unless the expected resistance is zero. A resistance measurement greater than the set range of your ohmmeter may also be valid, just increase the ohmmeter range to obtain a measurement. Be aware of the sign in the expected measurement - that means 'greater than'. A measurement considerably greater than that value is OK. A lot depends on your particular ohmmeter. Consult the meter's instructions to see how it displays values greater than the set range. What I am saying is that you may or may not have a problem, but you did not convey enough information to make a valid decision. 73, Don W3FPR On 2/15/2014 9:46 PM, Andrew Bennett wrote: I am building the k1 kit and am getting only a couple resistance measurements on the resistance check stage of the rf board part 1 on page 29. I have checked every stage twice as well as soldering shorts. Any one have any thoughts? __ 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] Elecraft CW Net Announcement
Good Evening, Here in Oregon the weather has returned to normal; incessant rain showers with fog and periods of high wind. At my elevation the precipitation switches to snow now and then to keep things interesting. When snow level drops into the valleys is when things go a little crazy. After the snow from last week melted I went to the grocery store only to find the shelves rather bare. Seems the snowpocalypse caused a bit of a panic. The sun has been active so the ionosphere is pretty lively. Ten meters has been open much of the week; at least the days I had electricity. The radio next to this computer is not run from batteries. I have the K3 on a battery bank so if need be I can get out on HF. Calling for help on VHF is only possible during the drive time nets, other than that it is unguarded. Please join us tomorrow. 14050 kHz at 2300z Sunday (3 PM PST Sunday) 7045 kHz at 0200z Monday (6 PM PST Sunday) 73, Kevin. KD5ONS - __ 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] New K3, KPA500, KAT500 Beta Firmware
Flawless performance from 5 a.m. this morning right through 10 p.m. this evening when I shut down for the night. The ATU tracked the K3's RX frequency perfectly and all across the bands And never once initiated a tune on TX RF. As of shutdown, I had just shy of 250 QSO's search pounce only . I'd have done much better but my ancient Ham-M rotator shot craps with the beam pointed dead South! The only saving grace was propagation. It was so long I was even hearing my own echo's and all signals from the far North and South were growly almost like Auroral propagation sounds on six meters. The last time I heard ten and fifteen sound like this was when I was stationed in Northern Japan back in 1964. 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
[Elecraft] SSB net announcement
After last week’s hiccup, I was concerned this afternoon about 4:15 when a windstorm knocked off my power … again! Fortunately, after cooking dinner on top of the wood stove in the living room, they restored power in under four hours. It’s been an exciting winter. So ... The weekly Elecraft SSB net meets tomorrow (Sunday, 2/16/14) at 1800z on 14.3035 MHz. I will be NCS from western Oregon. See you there. (If I don’t show up, start without me, hi hi.) 73, Phil, NS7P __ 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
