[Elecraft] K-3 for non-contesters
Just another viewpoint. I do some contesting using primarily two K-2/100's. I had a Ten Tec Orion that was a superb radio. I sold it to order a K-3, but decided to cancel my order. I still may order one, but I decided that for my purposes, the K-2 is the rig for me. It is simple to operate, has an excellent receiver, and has everything adjustable that I want to adjust. For me, a relatively new ham, the Orion sounded too much like DSP for exclusive CW usage. although I could understand the opportunities it provided for adjusting and tuning, I found I just didn't use all of the options. I think the same thing would be true for me with the K-3. On the other hand, I really like the band display on the Orion, and I miss that. I plan to try to incorporate that with the K-2 using a Softrock Lite kit. O have only been licensed almost four years, I operate exclusively CW, and I thoroughly enjoyed building the K-2/100 and KX-1. elecraft is a wonderful company, and the K-3 is obviously a terrific rig for those who need a more complex radio. But for me right now, I am going to try to resist ordering the best for awhile73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Questions
I bit the bullet and placed my order for a K-3 last week going against my vow to wait until there was some experience with them. How does one determine approximate shipping dates on orders? Also, I didn't order any filters not knowing which ones to order. I sold my Orion (in order to fund the K-3) that had a 250 Hz roofing filter that I rarely used. It would be helpful for me to hear some opinions about what filters one should order in order to optimize the K-3 for CW operations for ragchews, occasional contests, and DX work. Thanks...Ci Ci Jones, WU7R K-2/100 #4615 K-1 #933 KX-1 #957 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Re: Elecraft Digest, Vol 39, Issue 33
Ron, I plan to be atop MacDonald Pass (6,500 feet) just outside of Helena, MT with my Outbacker and my KX-1 (and ATS-3A) as BB#219. So I hope to give you MT for WAS...73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789, CC# 1853 SKCC #22, C#38 NAQCC #306 QRPARCI #12163 In a message dated 07/27/07 14:57:11 Mountain Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I need QSO's from the AT with HI, MT and SD States for my WAS. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] For Sale
I have decided not to remote my KPA 100, and therefore have for sale a new in box EC2 Enclosure and a newly assembled KI02 Aux. I/O. I will sell both for $140 or $55 for the EC2 and $85 for the KI02 including shipping CONUS. Please contact me directly via email...thanks, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789, CC #1853 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 SKCC #22 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Is CW a Language? OT
In a message dated 1/14/2006 8:13:59 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Are ham license classes teaching proper procedures anymore? Sandy, I have been a ham for one and one-half years. There were no ham classes when I got licensed. Since I only operate CW, I looked for an elmer and found none. I signed up for the FISTS code buddy program and received no-one. Perhaps I am the worst lid you have ever heard, but I am striving to become as proficient as you apparently are. I find cw operators to be the kindest and forgiving of the many groups I have encountered in my 62 years of life. I am still in the 15 to 20 word speed goup on a good day, but I absolutely love this hobby. I assume I will improve with time--I am on the air everyday and also work on my speed with an MP3 player. My point is that there are many of us like me making it on our own. Perhaps you got your training in some organized manner that simply is not very available any more. So please be tolerant of those of us who are striving to learn. Thank you, and I hope to meet you on the air...72/73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R (k-2 #4615, K-1 #933, KX-1 #957) FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 SKCC #22 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] QRP viability during solar cycle min?
In a message dated 1/11/2006 1:27:55 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Fear not the sunspot cycle, Darwin. In the past 18 months, I have completed WAS with 5w and a dipole. I currently have 49 states with 1 watt, and 44 states with 100mW. Well, I guess that ends me whining about poor propagation and not making many contacts. Thanks for sharing these fantastic achievements--it is truly motivating...72/73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R K-2 #4615, K-1 #933, KX-1 #957 FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Re: Kixie saves the day!
In a message dated 1/2/2006 1:15:15 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: compromised operating situation Kixie (the KX1) was designed for I use mine in my den next to my TV chair and hooked up to my Windom. I can listen and have QSO's while my wife and I enjoy our quality time together watching TV (she does her quilting at the same time). The 80 Meter option will certainly add to the flexibility of this fine piece of equipment in my secondary shack. Thanks to all at Elecraft, and may 2006 be even more profitable for you than 2005 thereby enabling all of us to enjoy this wonderful hobby even more...72/73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW poll
In a message dated 12/7/2005 9:22:33 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There is a poll at http://www.arrl.org asking what percentage of time we spend operating CW. Where is the poll on the website? It has smuch stuff, I can't find the page to which you refer...73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Remote KPA-100 Kit
I have researched putting my KPA-100 in a seperate enclosure and running my K-2 in its original mode. However, what seems to me to be a simple project of extending cables and plugging them in when I need the amplifier is very complicated according to the reflector. I am not very good at this, but was able to complete the Elecraft kits due to their excellence. If some one (hopefully Elecraft) could make up a kit for remoting the KPA-100, I would be very appreciative, and I would buy it. My bet is that a lot of others might buy it also. For my purposes, I just need to use the amplifier without changing the case and be able to go back to using the rig QRP (unplug the amplifier). Is my only alternative to order more of that multi-colored cable and other plugs and connectors from Elecraft and run the whole mess out the back of the case of both the K-2 and the EC2 I need to buy? Thanks for anyone's help...72, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R (K-2/100 #4615, K-1 #933, KX-1 #957) FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Remote KPA-100 Kit
Thanks to everyone who responded. I think I've got it now. Having it explained has greatly simplified it for me, and I really appreciate this reflector. I need a KIO2 to accomplish the change simply. If somebody has a used one they would like to sell, I would like to buy one. If I can't find a used one, I will order one when I order the EC2. Again, thanks to everyone...Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Comparison of T1-K and KAT2
I am considering buying either a T-1 or KAT2 for my K-2. Is there any comparison data about which is the more effective tuner? Thanks, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] ARRL November Sweepstakes CW
In a message dated 11/7/05 7:39:51 A.M. Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 40+ Years of CW SSing and still LOVING IT! I am a newcomer to all of this, and I am wondering if there is any place left in contesting for those of us who choose not to have a computer send code or receive code--ie just used for logging. I am working on getting my speed up, but I couldn't participate due to my inability to copy the high speed CW used by what I assume are mostly computers sending code. Am i off-base here? I do enjoy the QRP contests I have entered since these seem to use manually generated exchanges at slower speeds (20 - 25 WPM). Thanks for any advice...Ci, WU7R ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Fwd: [Elecraft] WA3WSJ N7UN on AT Friday/Saturday
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[Elecraft] ARRL NOVEMBER SWEEPSTAKES
In a message dated 11/3/2005 17:02:58 Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I guess starting Friday around 7pm or so CW Sweepstakes starts. Oh well, we have until Friday night to have some fun. The rules I printed off of the ARRL website say the following: 2.3. Contest Period: Begins 2100 UTC Saturday, ends 0300 UTC Monday. It seems to me this translates to 2:00 PM Saturday until 8:00 PM Sunday for Mountain Standard Time (a total of 30 hours). So maybe you have more time than you thought... Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KX-1
I have a KX-1 (#957) with all options I would like to trade on an FT-817 (I need two and six meters). If anyone is interested, please contact me off-reflector. thanks and 72, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Oscilloscope
I recently wrote an email to Elecraft re my K-1 transmitting with very weak power on twenty meters. I got a quick and informative reply back from Gary suggesting that I use a scope to measure the peak-to-peak voltage on various pins. Thinking this might provide me with a great learning experience, I borrowed an oscilloscope from a friend of mine, together with three books. I have discovered that it is easier to fly airplanes on instruments in thunderstorms at night than it is to figure out how to measure voltages using an oscilloscope. Any advice anyone has would be appreciated...thanks and 72, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscope
In a message dated 7/21/2005 19:52:11 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Some oscilloscopes are that way, especially the newer ones! Thanks again to all who responded. I have printed your advice and I think I have used the scope successfully to locate the culprit--a bad cap. Again, thanks...Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K-1 20 Meter Low Power
My K-1 (#933) has developed a low power situation on twenty meters. It still receives on all four bands and transmits fine on the other three. When tuning into a dummy load, it shows 0.1 watts and then indicates low power. I am not very technically oriented, and I would appreciate any suggestions about where to look for problemsthanks, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K1
In a message dated 5/2/05 21:10:53 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone give me a perfectly good excuse to build a K1? (...Please:-)) I faced the same issue, and I have resolved it by installing the K1 as a mobile unit in my Jeep. It fits perfectly and works like a charm--hence the need for three Elecraft radios. Ci Jones WU7R ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Fwd: [Elecraft] Resistor Color Code Guide
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[Elecraft] Resistors
In a message dated 4/10/05 01:27:34 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You dialed up the colors in the correct order and it gave you the value of the resistor. It may come in handy during the build. I have always just used my DMM to check the value of each resister before installing it. I am partially color blind (hence couldn't fly in the Marine Corps), so I have to depend on an alternative that works really well so far. Ci Jones WU7R ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Continuing Availability of the SMD LED CW Tuning Indicator
In a message dated 4/5/05 17:57:03 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've received a BUNCH of inquiries from folks who (for one reason or the other) missed out on the LED CW (Zero Beat) Tuning Indicator feeding frenzy which took place back in Nov-Dec '04 and Jan '05.. This brings up an interesting question: how do most folks zero beat the KX1 and the K1 without the reference beat available on the K2? Is there a better way than just sort of guessing (my technique so far)? Ci Jones WU7R ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KSB2
I just got a bargain KSB2 for my K2 (#4615). It was delivered to the seller 12/5/99. Do I need to make any changes before I install it in my K2. Any advice will be appreciated. U1 has the following numbers on it - PIC16C72 - 04/SP and 9852HAN, Also it has a little tag hand written saying SSB 102. I don't plan to use anything but CW, but thought it should be something I should have, and the price was right. Thanks, Ci Ci Jones (K2 - 4615, K1 - 933, KX1 - 957) WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KX1 Mobile Antenna
Thanks to all who made suggestions on the reflector. I have ordered a 40 meter hamstick. But in the meantime, I have been using a 24 foot piece of wire attached to a magnetic mount I have on the roof of my Jeep (I attach it to an old two meter whip I had).It seems to work okay. I am not yet able to have QSO's while in motion (I am barely able to handle CW in the shack with full concentration!). Thanks, again, to everyone...72, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Mobile Antenna for KX1
Any suggestions for antennas to use for a KX1 from a vehicle? Any experiences folks have would be helpful...72, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] T-1 Tuner
I went to the suggested website and looked at the pictures. However, there is no more information about this tuner. Can anyone tell us when the T-1 will be available and what the price is expected to be? Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] External Tuner for K-2
I am considering using an LDG AT-100Pro or LDG Z-100 tuner with my K-2. My reasoning is that I haven't upgraded to 100 watts yet, but I need a tuner now. Also, I operate CW almost exclusively, what other K-2 options would folks suggest. Any advice and suggestions will be appreciated. Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
