[Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays
I thought long and hard about a K4, but couldn't stand the idea of a two year wait for whatever reasons given. If design decisions and supply chain choices cause you to lose customers, it says that Elecraft needs to have a long moment to get their house in order. Or, they will fall into line with TenTec, Collins and many other American companies that have folded tent. We all went through the pandemic, and worked around it. So, I ordered a Flex 6600M and it was delivered in 8-days. No two year wait. They have something figured out. I was also assured the PGXL 1500W amplifier ships in the same time frame. Go figure. Bill N4LG You may have missed the two-year long pandemic that, among other things, has sickened multiple Elecraft employees, caused many to work from home, and disrupted supply chains, to the extent that nearly all the major carmakers can't get chips to put cars on dealers lots. Elecraft is a small company, and they're swimming in the same ocean as the rest of us. They're 20 miles down the road from me, and I know several of their employees, as well as the two owners. 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] Convert a KXUSBa cable to KUSB
Somehow in the entropy of the universe and my cluttered shack/shop, I have managed to lose my KUSB cable for my K3. I found the earlier (silver) cable, but it doesn't have the FTDI chip and won't work with Win-10. In the process of searching for the KUSB I have managed to unearth two KXUSBa cables for my KX3. Since I don't need two KXUSB cables, I am contemplating cutting off the mini phone plug and wiring up a DB-15. Has anyone done this? And, anyone see a downside? Thanks es 73 Bill N4LG __ 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] SOLD: K3/K3s Filters
All sold except for: KFL3A-2.7K-IR-F STOCK 2.7kHz Filter (SSB) $35 Shipped Tnxs es 73 Bill N4LG Bill Cotter, N4LG E-mail: n...@qx.net 173 Carolyn Lane Cell: (859) 552-7481 Nicholasville, KY 40356-9340 DMR_ID: 3128664 __ 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] FS: K3/K3s Filters
Available are the following filters for the K3/K3s: KFL3A-250-IR-F 250Hz IR Filter (CW/DATA) NIB $115 Shipped KFL3A-1.0K-IR-F 1.0kHz IR Filter (CW/DATA) $85 Shipped KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1kHz IR Filter (SSB) $85 Shipped KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1kHz IR Filter (SSB) NIB $95 Shipped KFL3A-2.7K-IR-F STOCK 2.7kHz Filter (SSB) $35 Shipped Tnxs es 73 Bill N4LG Bill Cotter, N4LG E-mail: n...@qx.net 173 Carolyn Lane Cell: (859) 552-7481 Nicholasville, KY 40356-9340 DMR_ID: 3128664 ARCI #9878, QRPl #1646, QCWA #29393, FISTS #4535, NAQCC 7470 __ 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] FS UPDATE: KAT3A & KSYN3AUPG - SOLD
Available for sale are the following upgrade kits and filters for the K3/K3s: KXV3AB Transverter and P3 Panadapter Interface Kit $125 KFL3A-250-IR-F 250Hz IR Filter (CW/DATA) NIB $125 KFL3A-1.0K-IR-F 1.0kHz IR Filter (CW/DATA) $95 KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1kHz IR Filter (SSB) $95 KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1kHz IR Filter (SSB) NIB $105 KFL3A-2.7K-IR-F STOCK 2.7kHz Filter (SSB) $55 Pictures available upon request. Shipping for items is additional. For multiple purchases, I will combine shipping to save you money. Thanks - 73 Bill N4LG __ 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...@qx.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
[Elecraft] CORRECTION: K3 Accessories & Upgrades
Correction in listing: KXV3A Rev-A Transverter and P3 Panadapter Interface Kit $125 Thanks - 73 Bill N4LG __ 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] FS: K3 Accessories & Upgrades
Available for sale are the following upgrade kits and filters for the K3/K3s: KAT3A-F 100W ATU Antenna Tuner Kit $295 KSYN3AUPG_KSYN3A High Performance Synthesizer Upgrade Kit $225 KXV3AB Transverter and P3 Panadapter Interface Kit $125 KFL3A-250-IR-F 250Hz IR Filter (CW/DATA) NIB $125 KFL3A-1.0K-IR-F 1.0kHz IR Filter (CW/DATA) $95 KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1kHz IR Filter (SSB) $95 KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1kHz IR Filter (SSB) NIB $105 KFL3A-2.7K-IR-F STOCK 2.7kHz Filter (SSB) $55 Pictures available upon request. Shipping for items is additional. For multiple purchases, I will combine shipping to save you money. Thanks - 73 Bill N4LG __ 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] WTB: 700Hz Inrad CW Filter
Greetings, Does anyone out there have one of the special-order Inrad 700Hz CW filters for the K3 available for sale? If so, please reply to me offline: n...@qx.net Tnx es 73 Bill N4LG __ 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] FS: Elecraft KFL3A-500 5-pole CW filter
For Sale: Elecraft KFL3A-500 5-pole CW/DATA filter with hardware $99 shipped CONUS 73 es tnx Bill N4LG __ 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] Elecraft K1 4-Band For Sale
Hello, I am assisting the family of a SK selling their ham radio gear. The estate has a mint condition Elecraft K1 (sn#01739) with the KFL1-4 four-band module (40,30,20,15m) which includes the KAT1 Antenna Tuner and the NB Noise Blanker. The circuit boards all look to be professionally assembled and the transceiver is fully operational. Pictures available on request. $395 OBO plus insured shipping from 40356. 73 Bill N4LG __ 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 SSB ALC Mic Gain - a new problem
John, I sent my Elecraft MH3 microphone off to Bob Nagy, AB5N, to have the microphone upgraded with a high-fidelity electret element. The price was very reasonable and the turnaround was days. The audio reports I have gotten are great. Here is his contact info: "Robert Nagy, AB5N" <7000...@gmail.com> https://www.7000mic.com/elecraft 73 Bill N4LG __ 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] FS: New-in-Box PR6 $49 shipped
OK, down a few notches to $49. Any takers before it goes to the 'Bay? I have for sale a new-in-box (unused) PR6 6M preamp for the K3. I converted the transceiver over to the PR6/10/12 and this item is surplus to my needs. The PR6 E850347 6M preamp comes with two 31-218-RFX male-to-male BNC adapters, and the E85034B power cable assembly. $49 shipped CONUS 73 Bill N4LG __ 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...@qx.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
[Elecraft] FS: New-in-Box PR6 $65 shipped
Price revised to Black Friday level, hi! I have for sale a new-in-box (unused) PR6 6M preamp for the K3. I converted the transceiver over to the PR6/10/12 and this item is surplus to my needs. The PR6 E850347 6M preamp comes with two 31-218-RFX male-to-male BNC adapters, and the E85034B power cable assembly. $65 shipped CONUS 73 Bill N4LG __ 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] FS: New-in-Box PR6
I have for sale a new-in-box (unused) PR6 6M preamp for the K3. I converted the transceiver over to the PR6/10/12 and this item is surplus to my needs. The PR6 E850347 6M preamp comes with two 31-218-RFX male-to-male BNC adapters, and the E85034B power cable assembly. $95 shipped CONUS 73 Bill N4LG __ 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 Missing CONFIG:WMTR after update to MCU5.38
Hi, I just updated my K3 (sn#3082) to the (MCU 5.38, FPF 1.25, DSP1 2.86) and performed the required TX Gain Calibration. The 5W calibration matched the Bird wattmeter on each band, but the 50W was over 50W on each band. I wanted to calibrate the K3 wattmeter so I could repeat the process, however, when holding the CONFIG button, then seeking WMTR, it never appears. I see VFO OFS then XV1 ON, and no WMTR in between. Suggestions?? Thanks - Bill N4LG __ 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] FS: K1-4 S/N 2855 plus KAT1, KNB1, K1LCD, etc
Mint condition, fully-loaded Elecraft K1-4 with the antenna tuner, noise blanker, LCD backlight, internal battery option, multi-way stand, N0SS tune LED kit, and finger dimple. The radio is set 80kHz tuning and for 40/30/20/15M bands. Included are magnets mounted inside for attaching Palm Paddles (not included). It can easily be changed to 17M with the included parts. Late S/N 002855. Professionally built, about 40hrs all together. No issues or problems whatsoever. No scratches, chips, scuffs, etc. I have used this radio at our beach house for around 100hrs during two three-week vacations at Sullivan's Island, SC. With the antenna I use (DK9SQ 33ft fiberglass pole and loop) I have logged 91 countries in EU, AF and SA (mostly 15/20M), plus many stateside contacts. The 5W is adequate and the exceptional receiver have been more than gratifying for many QSO's. K1-4, KAT1, KNB1, K1LCD, FDIMP manual for $395 plus shipping. All the above plus: Include KBT1 (internal battery cover), KTS1 (Tilt Stand) and N0SS tune LED kit for $455 plus shipping. 73 es tnx Bill N4LG == Original purchase prices: K1-4 Four-Band 5W CW Xcvr $400 KAT1 Internal ATU for the K1 $120 KNB1 Noise Blanker $50 TKIT-X K1LCD Backlight Mod Kit $20 FDIMP Finger Dimple for K1 K2 $7 KBT1 Internal Battery Adapter $50 KTS1 Wide Range Tilt Stand $40 - Elecraft K-1 $680 N0SS Elecraft K-1 Tuning Indicator kit $20 http://www.n0ss.net/index_k1.htmlhttp://www.n0ss.net/index_k1.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] Firmware upgrades using Ubuntu 12.04
Don, You have expressed what the marketplace confirms - people who want more (ie: clear documentation) in an OS will pay more to get it. MS Windows and products deliver the goods in that department, Apple even more so in an odd way. Linux will never be mainstream until it reaches outside its community and serves the popular marketplace. Since there is limited commercialization to cultivate the product, it's unlikely that it will happen. Novell RedHat tried, and didn't get very far. 73 N4LG At 12:24 AM 7/10/2012, Don Wilhelm wrote: Let me give one OT RANT, and then I will shut up on this subject. Suffice it to say that I have been extremely disappointing in all Linux distributions because of the lack of any organized support fort the users - the attitude seems to be if you don't already understand the nuances of Linux, we will shame your questions and be very unhelpful. Check out the various forums and FAQ lists to verify this attitude. I have tried Ubuntu, Linux Mint, and Debian in the recent past, and have found that unless you wish to spend a loot of time in geekdom study, the terms are cryptic and not logical acronyms, and the user groups are useless unless one is already fluent in their brand of geek-speak. Yes, I am computer fluent in Windows and peer-to-peer networking - I have worked with PCs since the Apple II days and the IBM PC DOS systems are no stranger to me, but the Linux groups are just not helpful at all to those who do not understand their peculiar cryptic language. In other words, there are no clear and concise instructions for Linux. The Man pages are supposedly the answer, but they offer geek-speak explanations for those who are not initiated and expert into the Linux brand of geekdom. I know, there are many who will disagree, but you will have to point me to a (non-on-line) manual that I can use as a reference book and is similar to those like Mastering Windows XP Professional, Linux in any distro is just not going to make the grade. For those who simply want to do email and surf the web, Ubuntu is great, as is Linux Mint - it has all the tools those users need, but for those who want to do such things as network a Linux workstation into a Windows peer to peer network, there is just not enough explicit information about how to set it up and make it work. Windows peer-to-peer is native, but with Linux, it is a complex add-on that I have not been able to master after several attempts with Samba configuration. I once thought Linux would be my road to salvation without buying Windows7 for 7 computers on my home network, but it just does not work consistently, so I guess I will have to spend the upgrade fees for Win7. So until Linux gives up its superior I am geek and I want it to stay that way attitude, it will never fly properly. Ubuntu and Mint have come a long way in making installation easier, but there is a long way to go in usability. Linux will also have to give up using cute names for applications to make sense to users - for instance, Photoshop has a relevant name for photo editing, but GIMP might mean something like geeky image manipulating program to Linux fans, but it has no obvioous meaning to the average user. Until Linux gets real instead of continuing to be geeky, it will never fly - meaningful names are important - at least that is my opinion - I equate abstract naming to geeky, and by saying geeky it means exclusionary, and not to be understood by the general user. And that is what is wrong with Linux. 73, Don W3FPR On 7/9/2012 11:38 PM, Dick Roth wrote: FYI...to get to manage users and groups one needs to install gnome-system-tools. This can be done via the gui Ubuntu Software Center. Once installed you can get to Users and Groups through the Dash. __ 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] K1 Noise Blanker
Phil, There are electric fences on the farms that surround my QTH. The K1 noise blanker is a God-send for killing the steady pop-pop-pop day-in, day-out. For the trivial price Elecraft asks, it was a bargain for me. 73 Bill N4LG At 09:21 PM 2/23/2012, you wrote: My summer project will likely be the K1 -- yet another fine Elecraft product to add to my QRP collection. I hope to have a full 100 watts in QRP power someday. Question: I am not sure about the noise blanker option on the K1. I never use the NB on any other rig except for the Icom 706 in my truck and there it does a good job. I will not be using the K1 in the truck (or any vehicle) and I do not have a lot of spiky noise around here. So, is there any other reason why the NB on the K1 would be useful? 73, phil, K7PEH __ 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, TenTec Titan-III and QSK
CW ops: Has any one coupled their K3 to a TenTec Titan III (or, Hercules-II, Titan-II) for QSK using the TX-out and TX-enable keying loop? If so, did you use any of the K3 configuration settings to get the QSK timing correct? I prefer keying the K3 and letting it control the amp, rather than keying the amp and letting the amp key the K3. Your advice appreciated. Thanks es 73 Bill N4LG __ 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 Repair - suggestions
Wayne Eric, Study TenTec. A model of outstanding customer service. Excellent communications, generous documentation on repairs, fast turn around, board exchange, fair prices. And, good radios. Basically, their reputation. Another thought: Elecraft Repair Certification for those who are enterprising enough to offer service to others. Elecraft could manage the process and provide the pipeline needed to supply parts, data, etc. 73 es tnx Bill N4LG __ 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
