Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio Compressor
I still have not connected my KSPA100 yet, because the KX3 gets excellent Audio reports every time. I find that I almost never need phoenetics to help others understand me. WB6IVF. Gain 42, Compression 9. Sent from my iPhone this time On Nov 11, 2014, at 9:44 AM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: Gary, Our present implementation of speech compression has proven very effective for most users. Still, we are keeping track of possible alternatives, and if/when we find time to experiment with them, we'll post to the list. 73, Wayne N6KR On Nov 11, 2014, at 8:40 AM, Gary - NC3Z nc3z.g...@gmail.com wrote: This has actually been a topic of several discussions on the KX3 Yahoo group. If you look at the KX3 on a spectrum analyzer you will see that when the compressor is turned on that the TX BW goes from about 2.8KHz to 2.4KHz. …. __ 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 Message delivered to gerrylear...@me.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] HRD DM780 QUESTIONS
Just getting back into psk and everything working ok, except cannot remember settings to populate the Add Log Entry window with the call signs that appear in the receive window. I want to be able to click on a stations call sign that is calling CQ and have the call sign appear in the log entry window and in the macro when answering his CQ. Any expert in DM 780 that can help me.?? Paul NF8J __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] HRD DM780 QUESTIONS
Right mouse click on it. Gerald On Nov 12, 2014 8:56 AM, Paul VanOveren pauln...@gmail.com wrote: Just getting back into psk and everything working ok, except cannot remember settings to populate the Add Log Entry window with the call signs that appear in the receive window. I want to be able to click on a stations call sign that is calling CQ and have the call sign appear in the log entry window and in the macro when answering his CQ. Any expert in DM 780 that can help me.?? Paul NF8J __ 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 Message delivered to kc6...@gmail.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] CQ BR DE W6SFM this Saturday!
Just a friendly reminder that the W6SFM Bug Roundup event will be held this Saturday the 15th at 1800 UTC through 0600 UTC ! It's time to Grab that bug, clean those contacts, and let’er fly! Let’s hear that “Banana Boat / Lake Erie Swing or that commercial KPH/WCC quality fist. We're going to switch off that keyer and fill the ionosphere with home grown digital music, and have some Fun! The Samuel F. Morse Amateur Radio Club, a Sacramento, California based CW enthusiast club wanted a special time to bring bug operators together on the air. In the same spirit as ARRL's Straight Key Night, participants are encouraged to make simple, conversational, “chewing-the-fat” QSOs using their bug type key. This is an opportunity to exercise, share and exhibit your personalized fist. This is NOT a contest. Call CQ BR so folks know you are a Bug Roundup Participant. In order to assist in spotting and potentially increase QSOs, an On-line chat window will be available at the bottom of the Bug Roundup home page found here: http://www.w6sfm.com/Bug_Roundup.html Be sure to visit our Home Page at www.w6sfm.com to learn more about the SFM ARC and how we're helping to support and preserve CW on the bands. We hope that you will all join us for the event! W6SFM Sacramento, 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KPA500 Blown fuse
Hi Just to update, and there are a few interested etc, I have now some new 6v250v fst blow fuses. The amp now switches on, data from the err log sent off to Elecraft engineer yesterday. But having connected k3 - kpa500 back together today, the amp turns on now ok, but it has a permanent 270v rail fault. I'm now waiting for Elecraft to sift through the data and determine what's gone wrong! My amp is very low 2xx series. Ken.. G0ORH Sent from my iPad __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Blown fuse
Ken, Do you know what a permanent 270v rail fault means? First I've heard of it. As a KPA500 I've been following your Blown Fuse posts with interest. Phil W7OX On 11/12/14 9:03 AM, Ken Chandler wrote: Hi Just to update, and there are a few interested etc, I have now some new 6v250v fst blow fuses. The amp now switches on, data from the err log sent off to Elecraft engineer yesterday. But having connected k3 - kpa500 back together today, the amp turns on now ok, but it has a permanent 270v rail fault. I'm now waiting for Elecraft to sift through the data and determine what's gone wrong! My amp is very low 2xx series. Ken.. G0ORH Sent from my iPad __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KX3 microphone option
Does anyone use a small microphone such as the speaker/mic type. Watson makes one, QS-112E but is available on EBay UK. Looking to go small. Any advise would be appreciated. Rick NK 9G --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
Jorge, Interesting enough, at a recent club meeting, the presentation was on using the SignalLink as an interface between your radio and computer to operate Winmore using RMS Express. Until reading all the threads the last couple of days, I was contemplating purchasing a SignalLink; however, last night I tried hooking my K3 directly to my computer. All I did was connect the line out on the K3 to the mic in on the computer (using a stereo cable) and the line in on the K3 to the headphone jack on the computer. Only thing missing was a way to key the K3. This is easily solved by using the RS-232 port on the K3; hook the K3 RS-232 port to your computer (since my computer does not have a RS-232 port, I used a RS-232 to USB dongle). First go to the config menu in the K3 and find PTT -- Key; set either DTS or RTS above PTT to on. Now open RMS express; in the setup there is a PTT Port (optional) setup. Just selected the correct serial port (found in control panel/device manager), baud rate you selected in the K3 config menu, and use either RTS or DTS for keying (the same as you set in the K3 config PTT --Key setting). Fired everything up, set the Line out gain (I found 3 to work fine), then go to menu and select Line In and set the mic gain to an appropriate level (4 worked for me); that was it, and I was able to establish Winmor connections on 80 and 40 meters. Dick, K8ZTT From: Jim Brown j...@audiosystemsgroup.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 1:07 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 On Mon,11/10/2014 1:00 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote: I am to buy a signalink and want to know which is the best way to connect it to the K3 so I can order the right cables Don't waste your money on it, Jorge. One of the Tascam units is far superior, and about the same cost. http://k9yc.com/USB_Interfaces.pdf 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to richarddw1...@yahoo.com :S __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
A lot of people use VOX instead of PTT for digital modes. —wunder K6WRU CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ On Nov 12, 2014, at 10:06 AM, RIchard Williams via Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net wrote: Jorge, Interesting enough, at a recent club meeting, the presentation was on using the SignalLink as an interface between your radio and computer to operate Winmore using RMS Express. Until reading all the threads the last couple of days, I was contemplating purchasing a SignalLink; however, last night I tried hooking my K3 directly to my computer. All I did was connect the line out on the K3 to the mic in on the computer (using a stereo cable) and the line in on the K3 to the headphone jack on the computer. Only thing missing was a way to key the K3. This is easily solved by using the RS-232 port on the K3; hook the K3 RS-232 port to your computer (since my computer does not have a RS-232 port, I used a RS-232 to USB dongle). First go to the config menu in the K3 and find PTT -- Key; set either DTS or RTS above PTT to on. Now open RMS express; in the setup there is a PTT Port (optional) setup. Just selected the correct serial port (found in control panel/device manager), baud rate you selected in the K3 config menu, and use either RTS or DTS for keying (the same as you set in the K3 config PTT --Key setting). Fired everything up, set the Line out gain (I found 3 to work fine), then go to menu and select Line In and set the mic gain to an appropriate level (4 worked for me); that was it, and I was able to establish Winmor connections on 80 and 40 meters. Dick, K8ZTT From: Jim Brown j...@audiosystemsgroup.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 1:07 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 On Mon,11/10/2014 1:00 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote: I am to buy a signalink and want to know which is the best way to connect it to the K3 so I can order the right cables Don't waste your money on it, Jorge. One of the Tascam units is far superior, and about the same cost. http://k9yc.com/USB_Interfaces.pdf 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to richarddw1...@yahoo.com :S __ 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 Message delivered to wun...@wunderwood.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] HRD DM780 QUESTIONS
If you're using macros, there is a macro command (something like log_call, I don't recall exactly off the top of my head) that you can insert into your 73 macro to handle it. Also, you can right-click on the call sign and there is an option on the pop-up menu to log the call. Hope this helps. 73 de, --Ian Ian Kahn, KM4IK Roswell, GA EM74ua km4ik@gmail.com 10-10 #74624, North Georgia Chapter #2038 K3# 281, P3 #688, KPA500 #1468 -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul VanOveren Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 9:56 AM To: elecraft reflector Subject: [Elecraft] HRD DM780 QUESTIONS Just getting back into psk and everything working ok, except cannot remember settings to populate the Add Log Entry window with the call signs that appear in the receive window. I want to be able to click on a stations call sign that is calling CQ and have the call sign appear in the log entry window and in the macro when answering his CQ. Any expert in DM 780 that can help me.?? Paul NF8J __ 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 Message delivered to km4ik@gmail.com --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
The major problem with using VOX for digital modes is that often hams forget to turn off Windows Sounds and end up transmitting those sounds on the air. Listen to the data mode sections of the bands and you will hear it. If you are using the internal soundcard, turning off Windows Sounds is the only way to go (or do not use VOX). If using an external soundcard, make certain that external soundcard is *not* set as the default soundcard for the system (Windows normally sets the most recently added soundcard to be the default) and then tell your digital application to use the external soundcard. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/12/2014 1:09 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: A lot of people use VOX instead of PTT for digital modes. —wunder __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
The best is to key PTT via the serial port either use RTS or a command. most good digital programs will do this for you. I use VSPE so that I can use serveral programs at once that access the serial port that controls the rig like MMSSTV and logger. and RTS and DTS will pass through these just fine. If you accidentally send one of the windows sounds or any other sound like DX cluster alert sounds through the rig you are possibly disrupting the other digital signals and as well for many reasons breaking the law. so be sure they are off or not using the card connected to the rig. David Moes VE3DVY On Wednesday 12/11/2014 at 1:33 pm, Don Wilhelm wrote: The major problem with using VOX for digital modes is that often hams forget to turn off Windows Sounds and end up transmitting those sounds on the air. Listen to the data mode sections of the bands and you will hear it. If you are using the internal soundcard, turning off Windows Sounds is the only way to go (or do not use VOX). If using an external soundcard, make certain that external soundcard is *not* set as the default soundcard for the system (Windows normally sets the most recently added soundcard to be the default) and then tell your digital application to use the external soundcard. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/12/2014 1:09 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: A lot of people use VOX instead of PTT for digital modes. —wunder __ 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 Message delivered to dm...@nexicom.net __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
On Wed,11/12/2014 10:06 AM, RIchard Williams via Elecraft wrote: All I did was connect the line out on the K3 to the mic in on the computer (using a stereo cable) and the line in on the K3 to the headphone jack on the computer. Yes, it works. The headphone out to the K3 is good enough for all ham uses. The mic input is NOT good enough -- as has been noted, mic inputs tend to be very noisy, so they don't allow decoding of weaker signals. The difference can easily be 10 dB (10x the power). THAT'S why anyone serious about digital modes needs a dedicated USB I/O box. See the link I posted yesterday for recommendations of specific products. Or go to k9yc.com/publish.htm Only thing missing was a way to key the K3. This is easily solved by using the RS-232 port on the K3; It's also easily solved by using VOX, which doesn't tie up a serial port. Just pay attention to Don Wilhelm's advice. 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
There is also a situation with using DTR or RTS to key the rig. When the computer boots, those port signals will be 'wiggled' active as the OS tests the ports. It does not matter if the signals appear in a real serial port or a USB to serial adapter - it will still happen. If you are using DTR or RTS for either PTT or keying, you should be aware. The 'cure' is to put the K3 in TX TEST if you have to boot the computer with the K3 powered on, or boot the computer before powering the K3. There is no other way to prevent this behavior that I know about. So take your pick of the method to put the transceiver into transmit when using digital modes, but be aware of what happens on the computer end and take steps so it does not create a problem or a surprise (or cause calls to Elecraft support unnecessarily). 73, Don W3FPR On 11/12/2014 1:53 PM, dm...@nexicom.net wrote: The best is to key PTT via the serial port either use RTS or a command. most good digital programs will do this for you. I use VSPE so that I can use serveral programs at once that access the serial port that controls the rig like MMSSTV and logger. and RTS and DTS will pass through these just fine. __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] HRD DM780 QUESTIONS
Believe its add-log. if you look at the sample macros, the 73 macro has in it. scott sasimp...@gmail.com On Wed, Nov 12, 2014 at 12:30 PM, Ian - Ham km4ik@gmail.com wrote: If you're using macros, there is a macro command (something like log_call, I don't recall exactly off the top of my head) that you can insert into your 73 macro to handle it. Also, you can right-click on the call sign and there is an option on the pop-up menu to log the call. Hope this helps. 73 de, --Ian Ian Kahn, KM4IK Roswell, GA EM74ua km4ik@gmail.com 10-10 #74624, North Georgia Chapter #2038 K3# 281, P3 #688, KPA500 #1468 -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul VanOveren Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 9:56 AM To: elecraft reflector Subject: [Elecraft] HRD DM780 QUESTIONS Just getting back into psk and everything working ok, except cannot remember settings to populate the Add Log Entry window with the call signs that appear in the receive window. I want to be able to click on a stations call sign that is calling CQ and have the call sign appear in the log entry window and in the macro when answering his CQ. Any expert in DM 780 that can help me.?? Paul NF8J __ 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 Message delivered to km4ik@gmail.com --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.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 Message delivered to sasimp...@gmail.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
Jim Im just curious using the mic input is a problem because of noise presumably because you have to set the levels way to low so that the line output of the K3 doesn't swamp the mic input and by this you drastically narrow the dynamic range. would building some sort of attenuator at the mic input help in a pinch? I know that having a good external usb device with line level inputs is ideal but sometimes thats not so handy when setting up field day and you forgot the good card or need many for all the stations and doing it on a budget? As for freeing up the serial port I use Virtual serial port emulator as a data splitter to one serial port for multiple applications. Its fast enough that using RTS and DTR for ptt and keying CW and it works fine without timing issues even when multiple programs are watching the same port. well at least up to about 30WPM and probably well beyond but my brain wont go faster than that for CW David Moes VE3DVY On Wednesday 12/11/2014 at 2:00 pm, Jim Brown wrote: On Wed,11/12/2014 10:06 AM, RIchard Williams via Elecraft wrote: All I did was connect the line out on the K3 to the mic in on the computer (using a stereo cable) and the line in on the K3 to the headphone jack on the computer. Yes, it works. The headphone out to the K3 is good enough for all ham uses. The mic input is NOT good enough -- as has been noted, mic inputs tend to be very noisy, so they don't allow decoding of weaker signals. The difference can easily be 10 dB (10x the power). THAT'S why anyone serious about digital modes needs a dedicated USB I/O box. See the link I posted yesterday for recommendations of specific products. Or go to k9yc.com/publish.htm Only thing missing was a way to key the K3. This is easily solved by using the RS-232 port on the K3; It's also easily solved by using VOX, which doesn't tie up a serial port. Just pay attention to Don Wilhelm's advice. 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to dm...@nexicom.net __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
On Wed,11/12/2014 11:50 AM, dm...@nexicom.net wrote: using the mic input is a problem because of noise presumably because you have to set the levels way to low so that the line output of the K3 doesn't swamp the mic input and by this you drastically narrow the dynamic range. would building some sort of attenuator at the mic input help in a pinch? Unfortunately, no. One of the first things I tried. Also, most internal sound cards have a mic preamp that can be turned off. I know that having a good external usb device with line level inputs is ideal but sometimes thats not so handy when setting up field day and you forgot the good card or need many for all the stations and doing it on a budget? If it's Field Day, I assume you're using RTTY or trying for satellite QSOs. The internal sound cards can be sort of OK for most RTTY signals, but the outboard adapter will help for the weak ones. And for other digital modes, I would REALLY want the outboard interface. 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Hardrock-50 kit review
There's a review of the Hardrock-50 amplifier kit written by Phil Salas, AD5X in the December QST. 73 Ken - K0PP __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions for good 192kHz external sound card for digital modes
Operationally, at least with a K3 and the modes I operate I've seen no difference between the built-in sound card on my Lenovo T400, a TASCAM US-100 or a SignaLink. Admittedly, I haven't yet tried the digital modes that dig out imaginary signals from the noise, but on RTTY and PSK I simply can't see an advantage to a better sound card. My T400 is what I use. I sold the SignaLink, so I can no longer compare but I just did a quick test on the other two. Using Spectrum Lab and listening to my Elecraft XG2 on 14 MHz with the K3 line out into the sound card, the SNR with either the T400 or the Tascam is about 50 dB. This is with the XG2 set to low power (~S3), AGC off, 400 Hz crystal filter. The filter shape is easily seen and disconnecting either card drops the baseline noise about 30 dB. I say about because about is good enough. The T400 is slightly microphonic but this is only seen with no audio input. IMHO, the SNR is set by the receiver and the defects in any practical sound card are, excuse the pun, in the noise. I'm looking at a couple of KHz of audio, why would I need a 192KHz, 24 bit card? (Actually, the T400 card is such) All of the other hand wringing about PTT, Windows sounds, etc, are just that, hand wringing. Turn off Windows sounds, turn on VOX and enjoy. Wes N7WS From: David Orman orma...@corenode.com To: elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 7:08:12 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Suggestions for good 192kHz external sound card for digital modes Hi, Splitting off from the Signalink thread, since it's actually a different question, what are the current external sound cards that people suggest (that are supported in Linux if known - if not - that's ok)? I see the Tascam mentioned in the PDF in the other thread, so I'm looking into those (the ones that support 192kHz now, that is) - are there any other suggestions to look into? I operate on a lot of digital modes, but my Lenovo Thinkpad T400's built in sound card adds a lot of noise to the signal I'm receiving. I have a Native Instruments Audio Kontrol 1 which works much better, but it is USB powered (it seemed to be indicated this was a no-no for best decoding in digital modes in the other thread). There are a lot of options out there now, so it's hard to sift through them all, and make a guess as to which are best for HF radio digital communication, so I thought a thread would be helpful in getting some ideas on what is tested/true. If Linux support is unknown, that's ok - I can do that research - but it would be great to have a list to start looking at that are known good performers with low noise. Thanks! David/K5DJO __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] k3 with acom2000
i am considering purchasing an ACOM 2000A amplifier to use with my K3. all comments/suggestions regarding usage, installation, cabling, options, etc. are welcome. thanks buddy spiegel, w3bs __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions for good 192kHz external sound card for digital modes
Probably very true, Wes -- for the K3. I have two mitigating factors which pushed me to Signalink USB: * I do PSK31 with my K3 and with my older K2/100 (though not much with that anymore) * My 10.1 $280 HP notebook may or may not have an adequate sound card; but access to AF in and out is via a 4 conductor plug and I really hate messing with those guys. The Signalink USB with the Tigertronics-provided cables is just an easier road to follow. I even have a set for my KX3, though I've not yet tried it on PSK31. So far I've not ventured into JT65, just PSK31. No RTTY yet -- well not for about 30 years, when the technology was very different:-) 73, Phil W7OX On 11/12/14 2:01 PM, Wes (N7WS) wrote: Operationally, at least with a K3 and the modes I operate I've seen no difference between the built-in sound card on my Lenovo T400, a TASCAM US-100 or a SignaLink. Admittedly, I haven't yet tried the digital modes that dig out imaginary signals from the noise, but on RTTY and PSK I simply can't see an advantage to a better sound card. My T400 is what I use. I sold the SignaLink, so I can no longer compare but I just did a quick test on the other two. Using Spectrum Lab and listening to my Elecraft XG2 on 14 MHz with the K3 line out into the sound card, the SNR with either the T400 or the Tascam is about 50 dB. This is with the XG2 set to low power (~S3), AGC off, 400 Hz crystal filter. The filter shape is easily seen and disconnecting either card drops the baseline noise about 30 dB. I say about because about is good enough. The T400 is slightly microphonic but this is only seen with no audio input. IMHO, the SNR is set by the receiver and the defects in any practical sound card are, excuse the pun, in the noise. I'm looking at a couple of KHz of audio, why would I need a 192KHz, 24 bit card? (Actually, the T400 card is such) All of the other hand wringing about PTT, Windows sounds, etc, are just that, hand wringing. Turn off Windows sounds, turn on VOX and enjoy. Wes N7WS From: David Orman orma...@corenode.com To: elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 7:08:12 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Suggestions for good 192kHz external sound card for digital modes Hi, Splitting off from the Signalink thread, since it's actually a different question, what are the current external sound cards that people suggest (that are supported in Linux if known - if not - that's ok)? I see the Tascam mentioned in the PDF in the other thread, so I'm looking into those (the ones that support 192kHz now, that is) - are there any other suggestions to look into? I operate on a lot of digital modes, but my Lenovo Thinkpad T400's built in sound card adds a lot of noise to the signal I'm receiving. I have a Native Instruments Audio Kontrol 1 which works much better, but it is USB powered (it seemed to be indicated this was a no-no for best decoding in digital modes in the other thread). There are a lot of options out there now, so it's hard to sift through them all, and make a guess as to which are best for HF radio digital communication, so I thought a thread would be helpful in getting some ideas on what is tested/true. If Linux support is unknown, that's ok - I can do that research - but it would be great to have a list to start looking at that are known good performers with low noise. Thanks! David/K5DJO __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions for good 192kHz external sound card for digital modes
On Wed,11/12/2014 2:01 PM, Wes (N7WS) wrote: Admittedly, I haven't yet tried the digital modes that dig out imaginary signals from the noise, but on RTTY and PSK I simply can't see an advantage to a better sound card. I don't disagree much with that, Wes. Although it might make a difference with weak signals in those modes, it's not easy to test in a quantifiable way. But it matters a lot for digital modes that work near the noise floor. 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] [K3] 700 Hz 8-Pole INRAD Filters
The 700 Hz filters are back in stock just in time for the holiday shopping season! Hopefully this batch will last us through the end of the year. A subsequent batch can be expected about four months after this batch sells out. That will probably be in the April 2015 timeframe, although it's much too soon to say for sure. Cost is $145 + SH, where ... o USA SH = $6 o Canada SH = $21 o International SH = $25 Visit http://www.unpcbs.com/ for full details including: ordering instructions, user comments, passband plot, FAQs, app notes, and a novel slideshow comparison of all five INRAD CW filters. 73, Gary KI4GGX webmaster __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Wanted: K2 KAF2, or other used options
Anyone upgrade from KAF2 to KDSP2 and not using their KAF2 board anymore? Want to sell it to me? Anyone purchase any of the other K2 options and isn't using them anymore, or bought the kit but decided not to build it and wants to sell it? Recently purchased a K2 + KSB2. Wanting to add some of the options and ok with used, working kits. 72, VE7GNR Garnet Ryder garnet.ry...@gmail.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] k3 with acom2000
ORIGINAL MESSAGE (may be snipped) On Wed, 12 Nov 2014 16:11:40 -0600, you wrote: i am considering purchasing an ACOM 2000A amplifier to use with my K3. all comments/suggestions regarding usage, installation, cabling, options, etc. are welcome. thanks buddy spiegel, w3bs REPLY: I've been using that combination for about two months now and couldn't be more pleased. The only issue at all is the digital connections between the radio, the amp and the PC. I put together a short tutorial which I think explains it better than the ACOM manual does. It is copied below. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly. You won't be disappointed. 73, Bill W6WRT dez...@outlook.com +++ When operating an ACOM 2000A with an Elecraft K3, there are two possible modes of frequency control. Each mode requires a different cable. When a PC is NOT connected: Use a cable like that shown in figure 7.6 of the ACOM 2000A manual. You should set the K3 AUTOINF menu option to nor, the default. In this mode the 2000A will poll the K3 for band data and will change bands accordingly. The K3 will also send band data when you manually change bands on the K3. When a PC IS connected: Use the cable shown in figure 7.2 in the 2000A manual. You should set the K3 AUTOINF menu option to nor, the default. Note that this cable does NOT have the TXD wire going to the ACOM 2000A, but it does have the TXD wire running between the legs of the Y connector. This cable can be either a single cable terminating in two DB-9 connectors or it can be a single cable with a Y adaptor connected at the DB-9 end. In either case, it must be the electrical equivalent of figure 7.2. In this mode, the ACOM 2000A gets band data information ONLY from the logging program, not from the K3. If you close the logging program, the ACOM 2000A will NOT follow band changes from the K3. You can still do band changes by sending a dit as explained in the ACOM 2000A manual. __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] [K3] Split N/A in DATA A?
Is there a technical reason why split isn't available in DATA-A? It would be nice to use since DATA-A nukes all the equalization stuff and would allow WSJT to do split as needed. jim ab3cv __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Split N/A in DATA A?
On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 1:45 AM, Jim Miller j...@jtmiller.com wrote: Is there a technical reason why split isn't available in DATA-A? It would be nice to use since DATA-A nukes all the equalization stuff and would allow WSJT to do split as needed. ... about setting Transceiver to spilt. I am using Data A mode on my K3 and when trying to Select split- I get SPL N/A Elecraft K3 remembers the MODE per VFO; when it says SPLIT N/A, it is because VFO A is in MODE=DATA, but VFO B is in some other MODE. To fix it: switch VFO_A/B, change MODE to DATA, switch VFO_A/B, then hold SPLIT. -John AC6SL __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Split N/A in DATA A?
Thanks!!! 73 jim ab3cv On Wed, Nov 12, 2014 at 8:50 PM, John Nogatch jnoga...@gmail.com wrote: On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 1:45 AM, Jim Miller j...@jtmiller.com wrote: Is there a technical reason why split isn't available in DATA-A? It would be nice to use since DATA-A nukes all the equalization stuff and would allow WSJT to do split as needed. ... about setting Transceiver to spilt. I am using Data A mode on my K3 and when trying to Select split- I get SPL N/A Elecraft K3 remembers the MODE per VFO; when it says SPLIT N/A, it is because VFO A is in MODE=DATA, but VFO B is in some other MODE. To fix it: switch VFO_A/B, change MODE to DATA, switch VFO_A/B, then hold SPLIT. -John AC6SL __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KX3 beta firmware rev. 2.27: automatically turns on RX I/Q port for PX3 use
KX3 rev. 2.27 is now available for beta test (see release notes below). Instructions for loading beta firmware can be found on our KX3 firmware page: http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/KX3_software.htm NOTE 1: If you don't see the new releases on our web site, it's probably because your browser has cached an older page. Just hit your browser's refresh button (usually a circular arrow icon). NOTE 2: Turn off your KXPA100 and PX3 (if applicable) when doing KX3 firmware loads. This requirement will be eliminated in future versions of KX3 Utility. 73, Wayne N6KR * * * MCU 2.27 / DSP 1.30, 11-10-2014 • RX I/Q PORT TURNED ON AUTOMATICALLY WITH PX3 ATTACHED: The KX3 now turns on the RX I/Q output whenever it detects an attached PX3. This eliminates the problem of image signals in the PX3 display due to RX I/Q being accidentally turned off. • IMPROVED FIRMWARE LOADING: The KX3 now cleanly handles the case where new MCU firmware is incompatible with old DSP firmware in the middle of a full firmware load sequence. An error message may still appear in this case, but load timing will not be affected, allowing the new DSP firmware to be loaded correctly. __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue
Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset that has a three connector plug (TRS). If I plug it into the Mic jack on the KX3, it works fine, although I have to use VOX, which, having an 18 month old in the house, is not a good choice! I've only made a few SSB QSO's (I'm primarily a CW op), but audio reports I get lead me to believe this mic is acceptable. OK, while on CW I don't always like using QSK. So I built a small PTT switch that has a momentary button and an on/off toggle switch. I plug this into the mic jack. It has a four connector plug - TRRS. My switches short ring 1 and ring 2 together. Works great. When I decided to try some occasional SSB, I had the problem of only ONE mic jack. So, I purchased an octopus connector. It has one TRRS male plug and three female TRRS jacks. I plug my headset mic into one jack and my homebrew PTT switch into another. When I'm on CW, all works fine - I press the PTT, the KX3 goes into transmit and I send CW with my paddle. But on SSB, things no longer work. If I put the KX3 into VOX, that works. If I put the KX3 into PTT mode and press my PTT switch, the radio goes into transmit, but speaking into the mic produces no audio! I put my VOM on the octopus leads. They are all as they should be - straight through on each connector - nothing cross connected. I've tried it with MIC BTN set to OFF and PTT. Neither makes it work. What do I have set wrong that's causing this strange behavior? Jim Bennett / W6JHB Folsom, 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue
Jim, The KX3's mic jack has some special wiring to work with the MH3. As alternative, you can use the ACC2 jack (2.5 mm) to wire in a PTT switch. This is discussed in the KX3 owner's manual -- see the ACC2 IO menu entry. This would allow you to use the mic jack with your headset/mic. Also note that the XMIT switch functions exactly like PTT, and is conveniently located close to the mic jack. 73, Wayne N6KR On Nov 12, 2014, at 6:15 PM, James Bennett w6...@me.com wrote: Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset that has a three connector plug (TRS). If I plug it into the Mic jack on the KX3, it works fine, although I have to use VOX, which, having an 18 month old in the house, is not a good choice! I've only made a few SSB QSO's (I'm primarily a CW op), but audio reports I get lead me to believe this mic is acceptable. OK, while on CW I don't always like using QSK. So I built a small PTT switch that has a momentary button and an on/off toggle switch. I plug this into the mic jack. It has a four connector plug - TRRS. My switches short ring 1 and ring 2 together. Works great. When I decided to try some occasional SSB, I had the problem of only ONE mic jack. So, I purchased an octopus connector. It has one TRRS male plug and three female TRRS jacks. I plug my headset mic into one jack and my homebrew PTT switch into another. When I'm on CW, all works fine - I press the PTT, the KX3 goes into transmit and I send CW with my paddle. But on SSB, things no longer work. If I put the KX3 into VOX, that works. If I put the KX3 into PTT mode and press my PTT switch, the radio goes into transmit, but speaking into the mic produces no audio! I put my VOM on the octopus leads. They are all as they should be - straight through on each connector - nothing cross connected. I've tried it with MIC BTN set to OFF and PTT. Neither makes it work. What do I have set wrong that's causing this strange behavior? Jim Bennett / W6JHB Folsom, 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 Message delivered to n...@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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue
I sent this a few minutes ago from my iPad Air, and the posting email I got back said “this message has no content” Huh? So I’m re-sending it again, this time from my iMac. Sorry if it is double posted. This just isn’t my night….. Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset that has a three connector plug (TRS). If I plug it into the Mic jack on the KX3, it works fine, although I have to use VOX, which, having an 18 month old in the house, is not a good choice! I've only made a few SSB QSO's (I'm primarily a CW op), but audio reports I get lead me to believe this mic is acceptable. OK, while on CW I don't always like using QSK. So I built a small PTT switch that has a momentary button and an on/off toggle switch. I plug this into the mic jack. It has a four connector plug - TRRS. My switches short ring 1 and ring 2 together. Works great. When I decided to try some occasional SSB, I had the problem of only ONE mic jack. So, I purchased an octopus connector. It has one TRRS male plug and three female TRRS jacks. I plug my headset mic into one jack and my homebrew PTT switch into another. When I'm on CW, all works fine - I press the PTT, the KX3 goes into transmit and I send CW with my paddle. But on SSB, things no longer work. If I put the KX3 into VOX, that works. If I put the KX3 into PTT mode and press my PTT switch, the radio goes into transmit, but speaking into the mic produces no audio! I put my VOM on the octopus leads. They are all as they should be - straight through on each connector - nothing cross connected. I've tried it with MIC BTN set to OFF and PTT. Neither makes it work. What do I have set wrong that's causing this strange behavior? Jim Bennett / W6JHB Folsom, 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Split N/A in DATA A?
Jim, Since most soundcard data applications will allow the TX frequency and the RX frequency to be different on the waterfall, there is usually no need to put the K3 into split mode unless the offset is greater than the 2.7 kHz bandpass. Check your WJST software to see if it can lock the TX frequency while allowing the RX frequency to be changed via mouse-click. Yes, the K3 can do split in DATA A mode, but you must double tap the AB button to transfer the mode and other settings as well as the frequency ( a single tap transfers only the frequency). When operating from a waterfall display, it may be easier to use the computer software to set the split. Refer to the help file for the software application. If using MMTTY or other single frequency software for RTTY, then the 'rules' are different, and in that case, you should be using AFSK A and yes, in that case, you want to put the K3 into split operation. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/12/2014 8:45 PM, Jim Miller wrote: Is there a technical reason why split isn't available in DATA-A? It would be nice to use since DATA-A nukes all the equalization stuff and would allow WSJT to do split as needed. jim ab3cv __ 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 Message delivered to w3...@embarqmail.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Split N/A in DATA A?
John said: Elecraft K3 remembers the MODE per VFO; when it says SPLIT N/A, it is because VFO A is in MODE=DATA, but VFO B is in some other MODE. To fix it: switch VFO_A/B, change MODE to DATA, switch VFO_A/B, then hold SPLIT. A much easier way to do it is hit A-B twice in succession, which copies all of A settings to B. Then simply hold A-B to go into split mode and tune the B VFO where you want it. 73, Jim K9YC __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue
Jim, I assume the microphone is a computer type, and that means it has an electret element. That mic need bias voltage. Did you turn on bias in the Mic Select menu? 73, Don W3FPR On 11/12/2014 9:15 PM, James Bennett wrote: Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset that has a three connector plug (TRS). If I plug it into the Mic jack on the KX3, it works fine, although I have to use VOX, which, having an 18 month old in the house, is not a good choice! I've only made a few SSB QSO's (I'm primarily a CW op), but audio reports I get lead me to believe this mic is acceptable. OK, while on CW I don't always like using QSK. So I built a small PTT switch that has a momentary button and an on/off toggle switch. I plug this into the mic jack. It has a four connector plug - TRRS. My switches short ring 1 and ring 2 together. Works great. When I decided to try some occasional SSB, I had the problem of only ONE mic jack. So, I purchased an octopus connector. It has one TRRS male plug and three female TRRS jacks. I plug my headset mic into one jack and my homebrew PTT switch into another. When I'm on CW, all works fine - I press the PTT, the KX3 goes into transmit and I send CW with my paddle. But on SSB, things no longer work. If I put the KX3 into VOX, that works. If I put the KX3 into PTT mode and press my PTT switch, the radio goes into transmit, but speaking into the mic produces no audio! I put my VOM on the octopus leads. They are all as they should be - straight through on each connector - nothing cross connected. I've tried it with MIC BTN set to OFF and PTT. Neither makes it work. What do I have set wrong that's causing this strange behavior? Jim Bennett / W6JHB Folsom, 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 Message delivered to w3...@embarqmail.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue
Thanks Wayne - you are correct - that XMIT button does it, although my installation makes it cumbersome to use that method. I will look into the ACC2 option in the morning. I do see that my KX3 has a “splitter” plugged into the ACC2 jack and I labelled it “PTT: KPA500”. I have my station set up so I can run the KPA500 behind the KX3 is desired. So I’m figuring I got that connector cable from Elecraft for this purpose. It has a single male TRS plug and two jacks: one RCA and the other is teensy, looks like 2.5mm. More investigation needed here….(I can hardly remember what I had for dinner, tonight let alone what that cable was gotten for!) Thanks, Jim On Wednesday, Nov 12, 2014, at Wednesday, 6:20 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: Jim, The KX3's mic jack has some special wiring to work with the MH3. As alternative, you can use the ACC2 jack (2.5 mm) to wire in a PTT switch. This is discussed in the KX3 owner's manual -- see the ACC2 IO menu entry. This would allow you to use the mic jack with your headset/mic. Also note that the XMIT switch functions exactly like PTT, and is conveniently located close to the mic jack. 73, Wayne N6KR On Nov 12, 2014, at 6:15 PM, James Bennett w6...@me.com wrote: Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset that has a three connector plug (TRS). If I plug it into the Mic jack on the KX3, it works fine, although I have to use VOX, which, having an 18 month old in the house, is not a good choice! I've only made a few SSB QSO's (I'm primarily a CW op), but audio reports I get lead me to believe this mic is acceptable. OK, while on CW I don't always like using QSK. So I built a small PTT switch that has a momentary button and an on/off toggle switch. I plug this into the mic jack. It has a four connector plug - TRRS. My switches short ring 1 and ring 2 together. Works great. When I decided to try some occasional SSB, I had the problem of only ONE mic jack. So, I purchased an octopus connector. It has one TRRS male plug and three female TRRS jacks. I plug my headset mic into one jack and my homebrew PTT switch into another. When I'm on CW, all works fine - I press the PTT, the KX3 goes into transmit and I send CW with my paddle. But on SSB, things no longer work. If I put the KX3 into VOX, that works. If I put the KX3 into PTT mode and press my PTT switch, the radio goes into transmit, but speaking into the mic produces no audio! I put my VOM on the octopus leads. They are all as they should be - straight through on each connector - nothing cross connected. I've tried it with MIC BTN set to OFF and PTT. Neither makes it work. What do I have set wrong that's causing this strange behavior? Jim Bennett / W6JHB Folsom, 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 Message delivered to n...@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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] HRD DM-780 Questions
To populate the logging window with a call sign shown in the receive window, just right-click on it and DM-780 should copy in the call and do the lookup. 73, Roger N5RWK __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] RoMac IDer
Fellow K3'ers, Anyone have experience hooking up the RoMac Software for the Call IDer? I am having difficulty interfacing and setting it up correctly. For me, the RoMac instructions are difficult to follow. I am using an XP computer with USB to serial adapter. Thanks, Griff N5AG -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/RoMac-IDer-tp7594677.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link)
Dick, Yep! Its that simple. I have two RS audio cables to interconnect K3 line-in and line-out to my soundcard and my Elecraft USB/RS232 adapter cable to provide keying. For my applications I have PTT-KEY: DTR-RTS so that DTR keys PTT and RTS provides CW keying. This probably differs by the digital sw you use. Soundcard set up is much simpler since I use the emu-0202 which has HI-Z line-in jacks with manual level controls to set proper receive audio for the computer. I read the manual for the emu-0202 and set up the soundcard. You guys do read your manuals don't you? I use the headphone jack on the emu-0202 for connection to the K3 line-in (Tx) because it has audio level knob. That is easy as you go into your sw and key up with a test tone* while adjusting level and monitoring the K3 ALC meter = 4 steady bars with 5th flickering. *This is available on WSJT which is my main sw used. For other sw just set the K3 into TEST mode and key up with the sw to adjust level on the K3. I have LINE=10 on my K3 (press MIC knob to display LINE and set). I have no issue with computer sounds because the emu-0202 is not my main soundcard. Also easy enough to turn them off. I avoid keying the K3 when I boot-up my computer by always turning on the computer first and waiting for it to launch its applications. I am mainly running WSJT10, WSPR2, MAP65v2, and FL-digi. So there may be some gotcha's if you run other ham sw. I'd guess they have set up and operating manuals? 73, Ed - KL7UW PS: If you are not running a K3 an interface may be necessary. From: RIchard Williams via Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Signalink and K3 (you do not need need a Signal Link) Jorge, Interesting enough, at a recent club meeting, the presentation was on using the SignalLink as an interface between your radio and computer to operate Winmore using RMS Express. ? Until reading all the threads the last couple of days, I was contemplating purchasing a SignalLink; ?however, last night I tried hooking my K3 directly to my computer. All I did was connect the line out on the K3 to the mic in on the computer (using a stereo cable) and the line in on the K3 to the headphone jack on the computer. ? Only thing missing was a way to key the K3. ? This is easily solved by using the RS-232 port on the K3; ?hook the K3 RS-232 port to your computer (since my computer does not have a RS-232 port, I used a RS-232 to USB dongle). ?First go to the config menu in the K3 and find PTT -- Key; ?set either DTS or RTS above PTT to on. ? Now open RMS express; in the setup there is a PTT Port (optional) setup. ?Just selected the correct serial port (found in control panel/device manager), baud rate you selected in the K3 config menu, and use either RTS or DTS for keying (the same as you set in the K3 config PTT --Key setting). Fired everything up, set the Line out gain (I found 3 to work fine), then go to menu and select Line In and set the mic gain to an appropriate level (4 worked for me); that was it, and I was able to establish Winmor connections on 80 and 40 meters. Dick, ?K8ZTT 73, Ed - KL7UW http://www.kl7uw.com Kits made by KL7UW Dubus Mag business: dubus...@gmail.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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
