[Elecraft] FS: K3 Options
Since I have recently upgraded some of the options on my K3, I have for sale the following: KBPF3, Rev. A, General Coverage RX Bandpass Module, $75 Includes all mounting hardware. KXV3-2, Rev. A, RX Ant., IF Out and Xverter Interface $75 Includes Tmp cable, all mounting hardware and rear panel plate. PR-6, 6m Preamp, Board marked 2008$75 Includes 2-BNC M/M adapters, and original power/control cable. (Does not include Y cables) (Requires KXV3 interface) Any 2 for $125 All 3 for $175 All prices include shipping via USPS. Manuals and installation instructions are available on Elecraft's web site. Please reply off-list to dwines at suddenlink dot net. Thanks for the BW. Don, K5DW __ 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] FS: K3 Options (Update)
The PR-6 and KBPF3 have been spoken for pending funds. KXV3 is still available. Don K5DW On 08/01/2015 01:11 PM, Don Wines wrote: Since I have recently upgraded some of the options on my K3, I have for sale the following: KBPF3, Rev. A, General Coverage RX Bandpass Module, $75 Includes all mounting hardware. KXV3-2, Rev. A, RX Ant., IF Out and Xverter Interface $75 Includes Tmp cable, all mounting hardware and rear panel plate. PR-6, 6m Preamp, Board marked 2008$75 Includes 2-BNC M/M adapters, and original power/control cable. (Does not include Y cables) (Requires KXV3 interface) Any 2 for $125 All 3 for $175 All prices include shipping via USPS. Manuals and installation instructions are available on Elecraft's web site. Please reply off-list to dwines at suddenlink dot net. Thanks for the BW. Don, K5DW __ 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 dwi...@suddenlink.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] P3 forgets set ranges in Fixed Track mode (WARC)
Bill, I’ve had the same problem with my P3. I keep the spans on 50kHz on all bands and the problem seems to occur on the WARC bands with the odd limits (17m and 12m). It may have something to do with odd splits, i.e. 17 meters, 18.068 - 18.118 is 50kHz. In the last several weeks I have been chasing the W1AW/x stations on all modes and changing bands quite frequently. I can’t pin down exactly when it happens but it apparently happens when switching down from 10 or 15 meters. The WARC bands revert to the even 50kHz spans, i.e. on 17 meters the span changes to 18.050 to 18.100. The same thing happens on 12m. It’s really been a PIA in the last few weeks and it happens multiple times daily. Don Wines K5DW On Mar 15, 2014, at 12:16 PM, Bill Hammond wham...@aol.com wrote: As a CW operator, I keep the P3 in fixed track mode covering the lower 50 Khz of each band. From time to time the P3 forgets the setting on the 17 and 12 meter bands only. I'm wondering if i am the only person that has experienced this issue. I can't pinpoint exactly how this happens but I am usually operating on 10 meters when I change bands and discover 12 and 17 have had the fixed track frequency I set disappear. I have never complained before as the reset has been infrequent. Now, with 10 open, I find this problem occurs daily, sometimes two or three times a day. Not an earth shattering problem as the P3 works fine and I change the setting back, just an irritant. I'm wondering if it is just my station or have others experienced this, remedy anyone? 73, Bill Hammond wham...@aol.com Bill Hammond-AK5X a...@mac.com a...@sbcglobal.net K3 #69 K3/0 # 200 P3 #817 KPA500 # 149 KAT500 # 290 K2/100 #4637 K1 #2033 KX1 #1023 KX3 #583 W2 T1 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] OT: Books FS: Antenna and SPICE Texts
I have the following books for sale: 1. Antenna Theory Analysis and Design - Hardcover Text Book by Constantine A. Balanis Second Edition - New condition, still has the program disk (3.5) sealed inside front cover. $65 shipped US only. 2. Semiconductor Device Modeling with SPICE - Softcover Text by Giuseppe Massobrio and Paolo Antognetti - Second Edition - New condition $35 shipped US only. Both of the books are in brand new condition, no dog-ears, tears or markings. If you want both it will be $90 shipped US only. Check Amazon for text descriptions and retail prices. Contact me off list if interested. Thanks, Don, K5DW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] FS: AA908 Antenna Analyzer - SOLD
AA908 has been sold. Thanks for all who responded. Don K5DW __ 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] FS: AA908 Antenna Analyzer
For sale: AA-908 Antenna Analyzer by the American QRP Club (N2APB, N2CX). Includes the HC908 Daughtercard, AF DSP Daughtercard by KK7P, and the DDS60 60MHz Daughtercard. The latest versions of software are loaded. (AA908 v6.0g, AF908 v1.2d) Also included is the internal battery holder, calibration loads, test loads for 40, 30 and 20 meters and printed versions of the operating manual, technical reference manual, construction manual and related literature. $160 shipped via USPS Priority Mail anywhere in the US. This unit is fully assembled, works great and is in excellent condition. The power jack is cracked but does not affect operation of the unit. (See photos) I built it several years ago with the anticipation of promised additional software and options being available that never materialized. Most of the software available is open source so if you are a programmer you can play with it or write you own. For pictures of the actual unit being offered see: http://www.flickr.com/photos/43690708@N02/sets/72157627105696882/ For additional description, technical info and available software see: http://midnightdesignsolutions.com/micro908/index.html Thanks for the bandwidth and if interested please respond off list. Don, K5DW __ 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] P3 - Appearent P3 Anomoly
Guys, My P3 has developed a problem that appears to be some internally generated noise that shows up on the screen but doesn't come from the K3. Below is a link to a video I made this morning for a visual description of the problem. After the P3 has warmed up it will disappear. It will gradually migrate from right to left (higher to lower in freq) and eventually either disappear or go out of range of the display. It doesn't to interfere with reception even when the signal is within the noise boundary. This problem seems to occur on all bands from 40 thru 10 meters. I haven't seen it below 40 meters. There is no ground lug on the P3 but the K3 itself is well grounded. http://www.flickr.com/photos/43690708@N02/5684413732/ I didn't show it on the video but when the Select knob is turned even with no function displayed the noise spreads out over a much wider span but then re-concentrates after the knob is left alone. The P3 has performed flawlessly up to this point. This problem seems to be superficial in that is doesn't otherwise affect the operation of the unit. Any ideas from anybody especially you guys in Aptos! Don Wines K5DW __ 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] FS: KFL3A-1.0kHz Roofing Filter
I have a KFL3A-1.0K roofing filter for sale. Inrad 8 pole in original box with hardware. $100 shipped US only. If interested please contact me off-list. Thanks for BW. Don K5DW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] FS: KFL3A-1.0kHz Roofing Filter - SOLD
The filter has been sold. Thanks, Don K5DW __ 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] KDVR3 Sound Quality Problem
Gang, I installed a DVR3 recorder in my K3 a week or so ago and am very displeased with the quality of the recordings.There is a fluttering or motor-boating noise in the background that becomes louder with the recording of a voice. It is so bad that I will not put it out on the air. It is even worse when replaying a recording of a CW signal. I have the lastest firmware versions installed, MCU 4.25, FPF 1.14, DSP12 2.71 and DVR 1.03. I have tried recording with various settings for mike gain, compression, TX EQ, etc. but nothing seems to make a difference. Before I go to the Guys in Aptos has anyone else on the list had a similar problem with the DVR? Thanks in advance for any replies. Don K5DW __ 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] Navigator and K3
I've been using the Navigator with the K3 for a couple of years now and am totally satisfied with it (well almost, see below)! I bought the interface cable from US Interface (which I recommend) and it works great. All the K3 FW upgrades go straight thru with no problem. If you already have the Navigator you know that the setup takes somewhat of an effort to get all the virtual com ports set up. But once that's done is runs like a champ. Here is the almost: I run primarily CW and the built in Winkeyer works OK but there is one problem I have run into. I can't seem to get full QSK to work with the Navigator/Winkeyer/K3. There is always a slight break-in delay even with full QSK set on the K3. It's not usually a problem with normal operation but does effect contesting or DX chasing. I haven't tried to track down a fix for this thru the Navigator group. I usually just switch to the K3 keyer if I really need the QSK. I am sending a copy of this reply to the Navigator group so maybe Clint or someone over there can shed some light on the problem. Hope this helps, Don, K5DW - Original Message - From: Alan Price w1...@arrl.net To: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 11:34 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Navigator and K3 Has anyone used the Navagator US Interface with the K3? If so, were you happy with it? 73 Alan W1HYV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K144xv for K3 and noise figure
Guys, Keep in mind that the XV144 stand-alone transverter only covers the bottom 2MHz (144-146) of the band and would be great for weak signal work with either the K2 or K3 because of its low noise figure higher power whereas the internal K144XV for the K3 covers the entire 144-148 MHz band but with lower power and somewhat worse noise figure. Make your choices according to your needs. As with other things in life, there are always trade-offs! :^) Don, K5DW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] New quirk on year old K2 receive
John, The flashing F means the the Fast Play function is on. This function allows you to access the message memories 4,56 without pressing the MSG button first. It is probably assigned to one of the PFn buttons which, if I remember correctly, is the only way to turn it on. Try press and hold on both the PF1 and PF2 button. If fast play is assigned to either one the display will toggle between FPLy OFF and FPLy ON. Or press MENU and scroll to the PF1 and PF2 items. One of them is probably set to FP on. This is all coming from memory which is dangerous at my age! Hope this helps. Don K5DW - Original Message - From: John Wiener [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft email email elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 10:08 PM Subject: [Elecraft] New quirk on year old K2 receive Lately I have noticed that the c on the display during cw receive changes to F about every 3 sec or so.This does not happen in u or l or r There appears to be no change in receive performance or sound quality. What does this signify? Thanks! John AB8O ___ 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 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] KIO3 Not Working
I started to download the new firmware and the computer wasn't talking to the K3. I have rebooted everything and still no communication. I have tried with two computers, one with the USB adapter and the other straight serial, still no luck. Checked the K3 Config:KI03 and all I get is 'nor', no other options. The manual isn't very clear on what options will show with no transverter attached. The ports on the both computers work with other devices. The K3 (#123) has been flawess 'til now. Any thoughts or other things to try? Don K5DW ___ 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] New DSP Firmware won't Load
I downloaded the new K3 utility this morning so I could upgrade the K3 firmware. The MCU V1.58 loads OK but the DSP V1.48 won't load. The K3 VFO B area tells me NEW K3UTIL SOFTWARE REQUIRED * * * *. I have reloaded the K3 utility (V1.1.1.7) but the DSP still won't load. It takes about 10 minutes for the attempt after which the K3 displays E 000202 in VFO A and ERR DSE in VFO B. The manual tells me to reload the DSP firmware which is what I have been trying to do. I am using the Elecraft Serial/USB adapter cable. I have also tried the Cold Boot method to no avail. Is there any way to load older (working) versions of the firmware? Don Wines K5DW K3 #123 ___ 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] New DSP Firmware won't Load
Thanks Guys, I must have missed that post! Don - Original Message - From: Dick Dievendorff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Don Wines' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2008 12:46 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] New DSP Firmware won't Load Please update your USB to Serial Adapter driver. There is a link to the Prolific web site in the Troubleshooting section of K3 Utility Help. 73 de Dick, K6KR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wines Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2008 10:32 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] New DSP Firmware won't Load I downloaded the new K3 utility this morning so I could upgrade the K3 firmware. The MCU V1.58 loads OK but the DSP V1.48 won't load. The K3 VFO B area tells me NEW K3UTIL SOFTWARE REQUIRED * * * *. I have reloaded the K3 utility (V1.1.1.7) but the DSP still won't load. It takes about 10 minutes for the attempt after which the K3 displays E 000202 in VFO A and ERR DSE in VFO B. The manual tells me to reload the DSP firmware which is what I have been trying to do. I am using the Elecraft Serial/USB adapter cable. I have also tried the Cold Boot method to no avail. Is there any way to load older (working) versions of the firmware? Don Wines K5DW K3 #123 ___ 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 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] Test
hooola... ___ 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] K3: Another K3 Delivered!
K3 #123 was sitting on my doorstep when I got home from work today! And Mr. Brown didn't even dent the box! Ordered late in the day May 2nd. Interesting that the SN is the same as my K1 #123. My K2 is #789. Looks like I have a consecutive numbering scheme going here! I wonder if whoever has KX1 #456 would be interested in parting with it? Too bad I have to be out of town for the next few days while this beautiful box of parts waits on the bench! Oh well, got a great weekend to look forward to!!! Don K5DW ___ 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] K3: Another K3 Delivered!
Eric, You are correct, sir! It was May 1st. Fat fingers! Don K5DW - Original Message - From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Don Wines [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, December 03, 2007 8:38 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: Another K3 Delivered! Hi Don, Congratulations! One correction, we show your order as coming in on May 1st at 17:17:31 - 0400 on the computer. The match with your K1 s/w is a total coincidence. Wow! I just checked with Lisa and she didn't do anything special. I guess the stars were aligned properly for you. :-) Hope you have fun bringing it on-line! 73, Eric WA6HHQ = Don Wines wrote: K3 #123 was sitting on my doorstep when I got home from work today! And Mr. Brown didn't even dent the box! Ordered late in the day May 2nd. Interesting that the SN is the same as my K1 #123. My K2 is #789. Looks like I have a consecutive numbering scheme going here! ___ 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] Toroids
WA2KDG wrote: The blob method requires only one step and should be done with high heat...I used to use an old fashioned unregulated 40 watt iron for this...Today I use a Hakko 808...There is no need to first scrape the wire...The object is to burn the enamel off, and the heat of the iron and the solder alone will do that..If the enamel won't burn, the iron is simply not hot enough...Start as close to the core as possible...Put a blob of solder on the tip, immerse the wire in the blob, and slowly work out towards the tip of the wire, adding more solder as necessary... Jerry, That's the same method I use with the exception of the hold-down portion. Years ago I bought a Third-Hand Jig from RS that has 'gator clips attached to movable arms. I place this jig on a sheet of typinger, printer paper and hold the wound toroid with one of the 'gator clips. This not only holds the coil steady but acts as a heat sink so the toroid and wound wire doesn't heat up to much. I start at the core end and work my way out to the end of the wire and the solder blob and burnt enamel just falls off the end of the wire onto the paper. Makes clean up easy too! One thing for sure, the solder blob method makes the phrase snortin' solder come to life!! I also use a circuline mag lamp between me and the work that keeps (most of) the smoke out of my face. BTW, I use a Weller with a 700 degree tip and have never had to scrape the enamel with the wire provided by Elecraft. It takes a few seconds to melt the enamel but it will melt at that temp. If memory serves (and at my age it often doesn't) they use a 600 degree thermaleze coated wire. Don, K5DW ___ 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] Wireless peripherals
Ditto, here. Don K5Dw From: Tom Skinner I am running wireless keyboard and mouse (both USB) and a wireless internet connection (USB) with no problems that I have noticed. Tom, KJ3D ___ 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
All the suggestions in this thread are good. However, if you are looking for an excellent tutorial on the use of O'scopes here are links to Paul Harden, NA5N's, 2 part tutorial The Handyman's Guide to Ocilloscopes in .pdf version. http://www.aoc.nrao.edu/~pharden/hobby/Scope1.pdf http://www.aoc.nrao.edu/~pharden/hobby/Scope2.pdf I keep a copy handy at my bench! Don, K5DW ___ 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
