[Elecraft] Exhaust Fans
Howdy Fellow Elcrafters: Been reading the posts about fans for the K3. So here’s my dumb question for the week. Are there fans specifically designed to exhaust hot air from radios as opposed to fans that blow cool air into the radio? Or is it simply a matter of turning the fan upside down to go from “blow in” to “exhaust out”?? Thanks for any info. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am KX2, KX3 __ 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] Audio Output Impedance of the KX3
Howdy Gang: Checked the KX3 manual but was unable to find the audio output impedance of the KX3, i.e., what impedance headphones/speaker should I be using on the rig? I’m looking to buy a lightweight headset for portable ops and want to know what impedance I should be looking for. Many thanks for any info. 73, Joe W2KJ KX3, KX2 __ 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 for sale
Howdy Gang: The KX3 I offered for sale yesterday has been sold. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] F.S. KX3
Howdy Gang: The KX3 I offered for sale yesterday has been sold. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] F.S. KX3 and accessories
Howdy Gang: If Santa didn’t stop by your QTH with a KX3 this year here’s your chance. Selling my back-up KX3 s/n 6027..the rig is in absolutely mint, like-new condition and works great. This unit was factory assembled. The KX3 comes with the following accessories: Internal auto-tuner Roofing filter Upgraded Elecraft heat sink Nifty KX3 manual Nifty KX3 stand Original Elecraft manual Will ship to your QTH for $1150. Best wishes for a wonderful New Year to all on the Elecraft list. 73, Joe W2KJ KX3, KX2 __ 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] F.S. KX3
The KX3 listed for sale below has been sold. 73, Joe W2KJ On Sep 30, 2016, at 2:52 PM, Joe W2KJ wrote: > Howdy Gang: > > I offer for sale my back-up KX3...don't need two as I bought a KX2. > > The KX3 is in most excellent condition...can't find a scratch, ding, dent > anywhere. > > Unit has the internal auto tuner and roofing filter, plus the Gem Products > SideKx end panels/handles ($40 value). > > Picture available for serious buyer. > > Will ship for $975...sorry, no overseas shipping. > > U.S. Postal Money Order is fine for payment or PayPal (please add 4% to cover > the fee). > > 73, Joe W2KJ > I QRP, therefore I am > > __ 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] F.S. KX3
Howdy Gang: I offer for sale my back-up KX3...don't need two as I bought a KX2. The KX3 is in most excellent condition...can't find a scratch, ding, dent anywhere. Unit has the internal auto tuner and roofing filter, plus the Gem Products SideKx end panels/handles ($40 value). Picture available for serious buyer. Will ship for $975...sorry, no overseas shipping. U.S. Postal Money Order is fine for payment or PayPal (please add 4% to cover the fee). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. SignaLink USB
The SignaLink USB has been sold. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. SignaLink USB for PSK31
> > Howdy Gang: > > I have for sale a like-new SignaLink USB with the appropriate cables and also > the optional plug-in module for the internal jumper settings for the K3. > > I used this unit a couple of times with my K3 but just couldn't get into that > mode...guess I'm a die-hard CW fan. > > Also, I sold my K3 so I no longer have any use for the SignaLink. The USB is in mint, like-new condition. > > Will ship for $90 via Priority Mail. > > 73, Joe W2KJ > I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. SignaLink USB
Howdy Gang: I have for sale a like-new SignaLink USB with the appropriate cables and also the optional plug-in module for the internal settings for the K3. I used this unit a couple of times with my K3 but just couldn't get into that mode...guess I'm a die-hard CW fan. Also, I sold my K3 so I no longer have any use for the SignaLink. Will ship for $90 via Priority Mail. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. Elecraft T1 auto tuner
Howdy Gang: My QRP rigs now all have internal tuners so my T1 auto tuner is excess to my needs. The tuner is in excellent physical and operating condition and comes with the manual. Will ship for $125...sorry, no overseas shipping. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] WTB: Piglet
Was able to buy a Pigletmany thanks to all who offered one up for sale. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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: Piglet
Howdy Gang: Want to try out my iPad and KX3 on PSK/RTTY/CW using a Piglet. Does anyone have one for sale? Many thanks. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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/iPad mini and PSK31
Howdy Gang: I have an iPad mini that I would like to use with my KX3 to operate PSK31/RTTR/CW in my portable ops. I saw on QTH that Pignology made something that would do the job but i can seem to find it on their webpage. I sent an email to them and got a response back indicating the owner was traveling in Europe and wouldn't be back for several days, thus my query to the group. If anyone using an iPad and KX3 for PSK31/RTTY/CW or.PSK31 only. I would sure like to know how to go about it, apps, cables, etc. Many thanks for any info. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] New KXPD2 paddle for KX2
Howdy Gang: Many thanks for all of the uniformly favorable comments regarding the KXPD2 paddle for the KX2. Will seriously consider getting one for my KX2. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] New KXPD2 paddle for KX2
Howdy Gang: I wonder what the users of the new KXPD2 paddle for the KX2 think of this paddle? Touch, feel, sensitivity, adjustability, etc...is it a worthwhile addition to the KX2? Many thanks for any info. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am KX3, KX2 __ 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] KXPD2 shipping status
Howdy Gang: Has anyone heard of the KXPD2 paddle shipping yet? Thanks for any info. 73, Joe W2KJ KX2 s/n 347 __ 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] KX2 and Field Day
Howdy Gang: Was able to take my KX2 out for Field Day for a while on Sunday and made a bunch of contacts. Operated all CW save for one SSB contact...just to try that mode out (grin). I was pleasantly surprised at how well the KX2 handled all of the strong signals on the bands...no overload and selectivity was excellent. Even worked stations on 15 and 10M.bands I had presumed dead based on zero activity during the previous week. Purchased the rig with the accessory battery and charger and they play well together. Hardly put a dent in the battery after an hour or so of operating. Overall, a really fun experience for the first time out portable with the KX2and it performed extremely well. With its internal tuner and battery and very small size, the KX2 is an excellent choice for portable ops. I thought the KX3 was the ultimate fun-portable rig..until now (grin). Elecraft has hit another one out of the park with this little rig. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] KX2 Utility for Mac computers
Howdy Gang: Got my KX2 yesterday and been playing with it since then. Thought I would download the KX2 Utility to be ready for any firmware updates and found that only a Windows Utility is available so far. Am I correct or is there a Mac version of the KX2 Utility that I missed? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am KX2 s/n 347 __ 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] New KX2 arrived
Howdy Gang: My KX2, s/n 347 ordered on 25 May, was delivered this afternoon. Putting it through its paces now. Hard to believe how small this radio is!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Happy Days
Howdy Gang: Doing the happy dance right now...received the shipping notification from Elecraft for my KX2 and accessories. Ordered on 25 May...hopefully only a few days in shipping (USPS Priority) from the Left Coast. Glad to have it before Field Day so that I can give it a good shakeout. Will send in a report on its performance after I get some stick time on the rig. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Shipping of KX2's
Howdy Gang: I ordered my KX2 on 25 May and am wondering when I might expect to receive it. Has anone received a KX2 recently and, if so, on what date did they place their order? Many thanks for any info. Anxiously awaiting this little beauty (grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] New KX2
Howdy Fellow Elecrafters:
As I anxiously wait for my KX2 to arrive I'd like to congratulate Wayne and
Eric for hitting this one out of the ball park.
I don't believe there is another QRP rig on the market that can compare feature
for feature with the new KX2.
In any event the KX2 will be my portable field rig for the foreseeable future.
Sitting here in my shack I'm trying to visualize just how small the KX2
is..hard to believe!!
Hoping to get my new rig before Field Day...that will provide a good "shake-out
for the little rig.
Things sure have changed since I was a Novice back in '62 (grin)DX20 and
NC190...what changes in technology we have seen in the past 54 years.
I'd like to be around for another 54 to see the future tech...but I don't think
that is gonna happen (grin).
73, Joe W2KJ
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[Elecraft] KX2 order
Howdy Gang: Just placed my order for a KX2 and accessories and was informed that they are now backlogged some 2-3 weeks on orders for these items. The gentleman that I spoke with said they need to update the web page which indicates 5-10 day shipping timeframe. Hope it gets here before Field Day!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] New KX2
Howdy Gang: Interested in hearing from those new KX2 users on their experiences with the little rig to date. Especially interested in KX2 owners who also own a KX3 who can provide comments on the similarities/differences in performance between the two rigs. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] PL-259 connectors
Believe I read somewhere that Amphenol connectors are being made in Mexico...not sure how long ago that got started. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am On May 19, 2016, at 11:05 AM, Drew AF2Z wrote: > It was an 83-1sp I recently bought that had defective threading. Let's face > it: the name brand products of the past are not what they used to be, > quality-wise. (Some others I will never buy again: Grundig, Levis, Herman > boots...) > > Mental note to self regarding PL-259's-- check for defective threading before > soldering connector to cable. > > > > 73, > Drew > AF2Z > > > > On 05/19/16 09:32, Ronnie Hull wrote: >> Type N connectors are great! I just don't see where is any gain to using >> them on HF! They will make NO difference on either end of your QSO. >> Most of the PL259's I see for sale today are crap. I'm a professional in the >> communications industry so I use both styles on a Dailey basis >> The 83-1SP's as sold by amphenol today are not anywhere near as good as they >> used to be. The silver coating on them doesn't take solder as easily as they >> once did! >> Glad I have plenty of the old ones! >> >> Ronnie w5sum >> >> Sent from Ronnie's IPhone >> >> > > > __ __ 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 clock problem
Just solved my problem with the clock...the BAT CHG needed to be set to "not
inSt".
Everything is now well with the world (grin).
73, Joe W2KJ
I QRP, therefore I am
On Apr 16, 2016, at 4:27 PM, Joe W2KJ wrote:
> Howdy Fellow Elecrafters"
>
> Just received a previously owned KX3 s/n 6027 and am unable to set the
> realtime clock.
>
> The clock display is stuck on "45.85.85" and I can't reset the digits.
>
> I have another older KX3 and the clock sets easily with no problems.
>
> Anyone out there have any idea what is going on with the clock in s/n 6027?
>
> Any assistance/info most welcome.
>
> 73, Joe W2KJ
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[Elecraft] KX3 clock problem
Howdy Fellow Elecrafters"
Just received a previously owned KX3 s/n 6027 and am unable to set the realtime
clock.
The clock display is stuck on "45.85.85" and I can't reset the digits.
I have another older KX3 and the clock sets easily with no problems.
Anyone out there have any idea what is going on with the clock in s/n 6027?
Any assistance/info most welcome.
73, Joe W2KJ
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[Elecraft] F.S. KX1 Quick Reference guide
Howdy Gang: I sold my KX1 quite a while back and just recently found the Nifty Quick Reference guide for the rig. This is a small pocket sized guide for the KX1 and options. Will ship for $5. 73, Joe W2KJ KX3, KXPA100 __ 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] F.S. Nifty guide for KX1
Howdy Gang: The Nifty guide for the KX1 has been spoken for...wish I had more to pass out to all those who wanted one. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] Icoms answer to the KX3??
Howdy Fellow Elecrafters: Saw something new from Icom called the IC7300. Looks like a direct conversion architecture ala the KX3 but larger in size, I believe. The KX3 might have been the first such multi-band design with front panel display, knobs. buttons, etc, similar to traditional superhet transceivers and it appears that Icom is following the lead. Would love to see the technical specs on this new rig. 73, Joe W2KJ KX3/KXPA100 __ 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] F.S. or trade Pam Code Cube
Howdy Gang: I have a like new Palm Code Cube in like-new condition (used only a couple of times) that I would like to trade for an Idiom Press CMOS4 keyer in like condition. The Palm Code Cube is the one that plugs into the Palm mini paddle. Or I will sell it outright for $75 shipped. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. K3 for sale
The K3 I advertised for sale yesterday has been sold. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] F.S. K3 with options
Howdy Gang: I recently built a KXPA100 to go with my KX3 and am enjoying the pair so much that I will now offer for sale my K3 s/n 4528 with options. 1. KPA3 100W amplifier 2. KAT3 100W auto tuner 3. KXV3A Interface 4. PR6 6M preamp 5. 400Hz 8 pole CW filter 6. 2.8Khz 8 pole SSB filter The K3 works great and is absolutely MINT...there isn't a mark on this radio...you can't tell it from a new one. Pictures available for serious buyers. Will ship for $2450 CONUS only...sorry, no overseas shipping. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Upgrades for the K3
Howdy Gang: Is there info on the Elecraft website that describes what new boards will be available for the K3 to make it almost a K3S, i.e., new synthesizer, new audio/DSP board, etc, etc. I skimmed over the website but must have missed the info. Many thanks for any assistance. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] New K3S
Howdy Gang: I wonder if anyone has received a new K3S yet?? Would certainly appreciate any comments as to performance, receive audio quality, new preamps, etc, etc. Many thanks for any info. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Is there a K4 on the horizon?
I tend to agree with Joe's comments. The K1 was a much different rig than the KX1 and the K2. These were distinctly different rigs..one didn't morph into the other , etc. A full size K4 (whatever size that may be) might be of great appeal to the Amateur that wants a larger and perhaps easier to use radio, larger buttons, no push or hold functions, spectrum display, etc. I love my K3 and KX3 but I would welcome a K4it's gonna happen sometime...the K3 will be getting a little long in the tooth in a few years (or sooner). Looking forward to warmer weather here in Southeastern North Carolina and taking my KX3 to the field and play with some new antennas. The fun never stops!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am On Apr 1, 2015, at 10:32 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: On 2015-04-01 12:39 AM, Harry Yingst via Elecraft wrote: I really don't see why People want a K4 as a whole new radio. There are many who would like to see a larger radio with more individual controls (direct band select, Split, separate control for Dual PB and APF, separate control for Diversity and Link, etc.) as well as a 48V PA for better transmit IMD. The added controls and 48V/200w PA are not something that is likely in the current K3 form factor. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2015-04-01 12:39 AM, Harry Yingst via Elecraft wrote: I really don't see why People want a K4 as a whole new radio. A huge selling point for me was the modular and up-gradable approach of the K3 (and the K-Line as a whole) You can go every where from the Base radio (as a great radio all by itself) up to the full blown K-Line fully loaded. I also had radios from The Other Guys and having to buy a whole new radio to get new features really is a waste of money. As the Elecraft product line increases it allows me to add in new gear that integrates well in both function and appearance to my existing equipment so I don't wind up with the mishmash of shapes and sises so common with the other guys __ 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] Beta firmware for KX3
Noticed that the beta firmware for the KX3 has been around since 3 December. I wonder when this version is going to be released as a production version?? I asked this question of Wayne, N6KR in an earlier email to him but I guess he missed itmaybe he's busy getting this version out the door (grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. KFL1-2 20/40M board for K1
Howdy Gang: I have a like-new KFL1-2 20/40M fully built board for the K1. Will ship for $40. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S.Elecraft KFL1-2
Howdy Gang: I have a like new KFL1-2 40/20M fully builtboard for the K1. Will ship for $50. Happy New Year to all. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. k1 4 bander
Howdy Gang: Time to thin the herd as it were...too many QRP rigs here that are not being used. So, I offer a K1-4 band transceiver that is in excellent condition with full output on all bands. This is the four band rig...no need to change band modules. This rig covers 40/30/20/15M bands and comes with the following options: KAT1 antenna tuner just recently built that works FB. Back-lit LED display. Finger dimple. Will include a brand new K1 Front Panel and one new side panel with the deal. Will ship and insure to CONUS for $475. I take PayPal (please add 3.5% to cover the fee) or U.S. Postal Money Order. Happy New Year to all on the list and hope to meet you on the air. Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. K1
The K1 4 bander has been spoken for. Many thanks and Happy New Year. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] K1 and Cumbria Designs X-Lock
Howdy fellow Elecrafters. Would like to get in contact with anyone out there who has interfaced a Cumbria Designs X-Lock VFO stabilizer with a K1. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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 firmware to-to list
I thought that increasing the weight settings on the internal KX3 keyer was also on the to-do list. Am I wrong on this and perhaps I missed an update??? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] test
test Joe W2KJ __ 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] test
test Joe W2KJ __ 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] TEST
test 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] K1-4 4band version gone?
Howdy Fellow Elecrafters: OK...it's so obvious even I figured it out. Notice that we have a KX1 and a KX3?? What happened to the KX2?? Well, read on. I predict the next new transceiver from Elecraft will render obsolete the K1-4 and KX1 obsolete...it will be called, obviously, the KX2. It will be a CW only all band 160M-6M DDS VFO controlled Direct Conversion SDR ala the KX3 but much smaller. Perfect for field use it will become the new rage of the SOTA and IOTA crowd as well as the QRP community in general that likes to take their rigs out for portable OPS. OK Waynesorry I let the cat out of the bag but at times I am just so darn prescient it surprises me. So, when can we expect the new KX2 to be available for order?? OK...OK...All of the above said with tongue firmly placed inside of cheek.but it is just too nice to think about. I really wonder why the KX2 nomenclature has been skipped??? Am I on to something??? (large grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Desk microphones for the K3
Howdy Gang: I needed a HI Z mike for my TR7 and decided on the MC50just rewired the plug to be compatible with the TR7 and it works FB. I also got an MC60A mike for my K3...got an 8 to 4 pin mike adaptor, which I had to re-wire, and set bias to OFF on the FP)...the K3 likes it and I get good audio reports. OK...so why not go one further...I got an MC50 for my Drake T4XC and it works great. No RFI or any other issues with any of the rigs...maybe I'm just lucky. The MC50 andMC60A can be switch from LO to HI Z which makes them extremely versatile in terms of old and new rigs they will work with. I do really like the ability to remove the mike from its holder and use it like a hand mike. Funny, I'm 100% CW and QRP except for one weekly sked on SSB with a retired buddyplus I love to keep the older classic rigs on the air...perhaps since I grew up with them (grin). My favorite rig hands down is the KX3...simply the ultimate in small, portable QRP gear. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Weller WTCPT soldering sta....?
Howdy Gang: I had a Weller WTCPT soldering station for several years...it performed well. Several years ago I decided to try a Hakko 936 soldering station (based largely on excellent reports posted to the QRP-Lists. The 936 was an excellent performer...when the new digital FX888D station came out I decided to buy it. This is an excellent soldering station ala the 936 and I have had very good results with the unit. Again, based on comments posted to the QRP-Lists I bought a couple of replacement tips from Plato. The Plato tips are superb and will be the only tips I buy from now on. Best of luck in your choice. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Test
TEST to see if I'm back on list. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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- ergonomics
Howdy Gang: I'm holding out for the K4 (grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Dual Watch on the KX3
Howdy Fellow Elecrafters: I've been having a great time working W1AW/X on the bands using my KX3. It's amazing to break pileups using just 4W out of the KX3 to a W5GI antenna up only 32'. This would not have been as easy as it has been without the wonderful Dual Watch option on the KX3. Thank you Wayne and Eric for designing and marketing such a superb little transceiver. The downside of this great little rig is that my K3 is getting dusty (grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Radio Stand for KX3
Howdy Gang: I have a Sotabeams Radio Stand for the KX3 for sale for $20 shipped. The stand has my call sign on the bottom but with the radio there you can't see it. This stand comes in two pieces so you can use it at home or in the field...it folds up nicely for portable use. Take a look at: http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/radio-stands/ 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] RPRICE REDUCED: Radio Stand for KX3
Howdy Gang: I have a Sotabeams Radio Stand for the KX3 for sale for $15 shipped. The stand has my call sign on the bottom but with the radio there you can't see it. This stand comes in two pieces so you can use it at home or in the field...it folds up nicely for portable use. Take a look at: http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/radio-stands/ 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] PRICE REDUCED: Radio Stand for KX3
On Mar 4, 2014, at 9:45 AM, Joe W2KJ wrote: Howdy Gang: I have a Sotabeams Radio Stand for the KX3 for sale for $15 shipped. The stand has my call sign on the bottom but with the radio there you can't see it. This stand comes in two pieces so you can use it at home or in the field...it folds up nicely for portable use. Take a look at: http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/radio-stands/ 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Radio Stand for KX3
Howdy Gang: I have a Sotabeams Radio Stand for the KX3 for sale for $20 shipped. The stand has my call sign on the bottom but with the radio there you can't see it. This stand comes in two pieces so you can use it at home or in the field...it folds up nicely for portable use. Take a look at: http://www.sotabeams.co.uk/radio-stands/ 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Ham Central Terminal
Howdy gang: I would like to exchange a note or two with someone who has used the Ham Central Terminal (HCT) with their KX3 or K3 on PSK. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Ever had a WOW moment?
Howdy Gang: As the subject says, have you ever had a WOW moment using QRP on the bands?? I just did as I answered a very weak response to my CQ on 21.060 at 1613Z. G3YPZ called and I couldn't really couldn't copy much until I got him zero beat and turned on the APF in my KX3. Finally got his call and then copied just about 100% of his transmissions from then on. Turns out that John was running a K3 at 100mw!! Of course the fact that he had a 2 element quad certainly helped but I can't recall ever working a DX station when he was running so little power. Solar Flux today is only at 123 so condx not great but 15m can be magical at times. This QRP stuff is amazing...we can be thankful to Wayne and Eric for such superb equipment that allow us to work farther with less these days. I harken back to my beginning days as a Novice with a homebrew 6V6 and S77 Hallicrafters receiver...amazing that I made any QSOs back then in 1962!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Importance of good coaxial jumpers
Howdy Gang: I find my KX3 to be my go to QRP rig these daysmy K3 is getting dusty (grin). I was on 15M CW the other day and noticed birdies every 1Khz across the band. I didn't think this was right so I dug deeper. After eliminating the antenna coax switch and connecting the antenna directly to my KX3 lo and behold...no birdies. Hmmmwhat's going on here. I replaced the coax jumper cable (RG58) from my KX3 to my coax antenna switch with a new one and the birdies disappeared!! I checked the cable (PL259's on each end) and found that the braid was not solderedevidently the only thing making connection from the braid to the reducer was a friction fit. The copper braid looked kinda sparse so I replaced with a know new good jumper cable and the problem was solved. Now I'm gonna check all the coax jumper cables I have in the shack and make sure they all have properly installed coax connectors on them. Lesson learnednow back to 15M!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] MH3 Mic Adapter?
Put me on the list too!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am On Sep 2, 2013, at 4:56 PM, Neal Enault wrote: I really like the feel of my MH3 mic. Far more than my MH2. How about an adapter so I can use it on my K3? Yes, I could build one, but I am getting lazy in my old age. Neal WA6OCP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 RF preamp problem
Howdy Gang: I developed a problem with my KX3 preamps earlier today...I lost the 10-20-30db preamps on 80M and 6M. Have no idea how this could happenbut then radio mysteries keep us on our toes now don't they?? (grin). After an exchange of several emails with Howard at Elecraft support I had my KX3 back operating normally. I had to load the original config file for my KX3 s/n 994...after doing that all was well. Kudos to Howard and Elecraft for such wonderful customer support. If my rig had been a YaeCommWood..well, you know the drill. I will continue to spend my ham radio money wisely by buying Elecraft products...after 2 K2's, 4 K1's, 5KX1's and 2 K3's I have learned to value and appreciate Elecraft customer supportthat's why I keep going back. Keep up the excellent work Elecraft. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3: LNRPrecision EndFedz EF-10/20/40KMII Antenna SWR tuning
I've trimmed several PAR EFHW antennas over the past few years and don't cut anymore...I just fold the wire back on itself essentially shortening or lengthening the wire until I hit the sweet spot. Saves some heartburn if you make a mistake and take a little too much off of the top (grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am On Jul 10, 2013, at 7:26 PM, Tighe Kiykendall wrote: Agreed, little snips at a time. Mine works FB as well. Used it last weekend with a 31' fiberglass push-up pole. Tighe Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2013, at 7:16 AM, Fred Smith m...@totalhighspeed.com wrote: I have one also about all I can add is to cut very little off at a time till you get it where you want it. The antenna works FB with my KX3 without any tuner used after trimming. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100 P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] New product for KX3
Howdy Gang: I power my KX3 from an outboard LiFePo battery in my portable ops and don't need the KXBC3 battery charger module. It would be nice not to have to set the TIME on the KX3 every time it is powered up and I was thinking about a simple plug-in board with a keep-alive battery on it that could be plugged into the KXBC3 slot. Is this feasible or am I hopelessly lost in wishful dreaming?? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] New product for KX3
Sorry Fred, but I can't justify spending $60 just to have a clock (grin). I have a watch and carry my iPhone and they do just fine...it's just a matter of convenience reading the time off of the KX3 display. As far as prices for LiFePo batteries being outrageous, I bought a Zippy 4200mah LiFePo for $42 and $22 for the chargerbeen using it with my KX3 and get quite a few hours of operation at 4W. I agree that BuddiPole LiFePo batteries are out of sight.but perhaps the plug and play aspect of the BuddiPole batts are what people don't mind paying for. Imagine..I had to install an Anderson PowerPole connector on the leads of my Zippy battery!!...took all of five minutes. One can buy 4 Zippy batteries for the price of one BuddiPole battery...not a bad bang for the buck. Assuming all the stuff comes from China anyway. 73, Joe W2KJ If not for that reason alone it's worth the cost of the KXBC3. Personally I wouldn't own a KX3 without one and I use an external battery also. A Belkin 10Ah battery with built-in charger and power plug that fits KX3. They are small weigh about 4# and last a very long time, best part can be bought used on eBay for about $20. The price of the LifePo is outrageous for what it is and Ah's vs. weight WOW! -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe W2KJ Sent: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 9:38 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] New product for KX3 Howdy Gang: I power my KX3 from an outboard LiFePo battery in my portable ops and don't need the KXBC3 battery charger module. It would be nice not to have to set the TIME on the KX3 every time it is powered up and I was thinking about a simple plug-in board with a keep-alive battery on it that could be plugged into the KXBC3 slot. Is this feasible or am I hopelessly lost in wishful dreaming?? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 VFO Noise Reduction mod
Howdy Gang: I just did the KX3 VFO Noise Reduction mod put out by Wayne recently and it worked a treat. No VFO noise can be heard...even without an antenna...6 and 10 meters were most affected until I did the mod...everything is FB now. If you haven't done the mod yet it is well worth the few minutes it takes to get it done. I purchased my first Elecraft kit...a K2...back in 1999...built several since then...now have a K3 along with the KX3. Great performance and superb design and engineering go into these rigs . Along with the best customer support on the planet keeps me going back to Elecraft time and again. Oh, and by the way, these two radios are at the top of the charts for receiver performance!! Many thanks Elecraft for continuing excellent support of your products. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 VFO Noise Mod
Howdy Gang: Has anyone performed the KX3 VFO Noise Mod on their KX3 yet??? If so, how well does the mod work in terms of reducing the VFO noise?? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. KX1
Howdy Gang: The K1 I had advertised for sale has been sold but the KX1 is still available. This basic KX1 has just recently been built so it is in like-new condition and covers 20M and 40M. Comes with the manual and will ship and insure to your QTH for $315 CONUS. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. KX1
Howdy Gang: The K1 I had advertised for sale yesterday has been sold but the KX1 is still available. This basic KX1 has just recently been built so it is in like-new condition and covers 20M and 40M. Comes with the manual and will ship and insure to your QTH for $315 CONUS. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. K1 and KX1
Time to build something new again so I offer for sale my recently completed K1 and KX1 kits. K1-4 (40m, 30m, 20m, 15m) with backlight option and finger dimplein like new condition...will ship for $410. KX1 (40m, 20M)..in like new condition...will ship for $315. Both above units will ship with original manuals. I have built and then sold several of the above kitsguess I just like building themthis Elecraft stuff is highly addictive (grin). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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 and KX1 for sale
Howdy Gang: The K1 has been spoken forthe KX1 is still available. 73, Joe W2KJ __ 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] K60XV has been sold
The K60XV has been soldmany thanks. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] For Sale: K60XV unbuilt kit
Howdy Elecrafters: I have a K60XV unbuilt kit for the K2 that I have decided not to build. Will ship CONUS for $55. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F.S. Elecraft MH2 mike
Howdy Gang: I have for sale a like-new Elecraft MH2 hand mike. This mike was used only a couple of times to check iout on my KD1JV MMR-40 SSB rig. It can also be used with the Elecraft K3. Will ship for $55. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] F. S. MH2 mike
The MH2 mike offered for sale earlier has been spoken for...many thanks. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] Earbuds with KX1
Fellow Elecrafters: Is anyone using earbuds with their KX1 and if so can they recommend a good quality set that is comfortable when used in a portable environment??? Many thanks for any info/suggestions. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] PAR End Fed Half Wave antenna
I've been using two PAR EFHW (End Fed Half Wave) antennas in portable ops for several weeks now with excellent results. I have the 20/40M and the 10/20/40M antennas that I use at the local park. What I like about these antennas, besides the fact that they work very well indeed, is that no transmission or support rope is required. I get one end up in the air using the monofilament line on my wrist rocket and tape the match box end to my operating tablea short coax jumper cable to my K2 or KX1 completes the installation. Using the monofilament on the wrist rocket to support one end of the antenna obviates the need for a support rope of some kind so this along with the transmission line is eliminated. These end fed half waves appear to be ideal for backpacking ops since they eliminate a lot of weight and bulk. I also have played with an 88ft center fed doublet fed with 450 ohm ladder line and this has also been an excellent portable antenna, although it requires a transmission line and antenna tuner and at least one support rope in the center and two shorter lines for the ends. What is really neat about the PAR EFHW's is that once pruned and tuned no antenna tuner is required so even more weight and bulk is eliminated for the portable operator. The PAR 10/20/40M job provides 3 bands of operation with no tuner, transmission line or support rope...not too shabby. We are supposed to warm up considerably hear in southeastern North Carolina over the weekendsupposed to be in the 70's so I'll be in the park on Saturday and perhaps on Sunday playing with these antennas...hope to meet you on the air this weekend (CW of course!!!--grin) 73, Joe W2KJ (near Wilmington, NC) I QRP, therefore I am __ 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 Mojo
I'm a dyed-in-the-wool CW Op and have been trying to work K5D for the past week on QRP CW to no availwith a CF Zepp up only 20 feet I am not surprised (grin). After looking around the bands for them I heard them on 18.165 SSB of all things listening on 18.155 and I worked them on the 3rd call with my K3 at 5W on SSB..go figure!!! I can't remember the last time I operated SSB with my K3 but it has been a while so I guess you just can't keep the Elecraft/K3 Mojo down. I operated portable QRP this past weekend from a local park with my K2 at 4W and a 100 foot wire antenna up in the trees and worked a bunch of DX stations...Hawaii being my best DX so the Elecraft Mojo is still jumping in my K2. And the Elecraft hits just keep on coming!! 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ 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] OT Slightly: PC Board Recovery -Plated Through Holes
- Original Message - From: Lee Buller k...@swbell.net To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, December 29, 2008 10:07 PM Subject: [Elecraft] OT Slightly: PC Board Recovery -Plated Through Holes I was putting together a kit this evening (non Elecraft) and discovered I was using the wrong instruction sheet version to the parts and board I was using. (Always check your parts before beginning - which I did not) I had to putt about 10 resistors of the board. They are plated through holes. I did not have a vacuum desoldering station...so I have to think of somethingto get the solder out of the holes. A small drill? Anyone has some comments? Lee Buller - K0WA Embarrased to say the least Howdy Lee: If you don't have good solder wick then try using a stainless steel sewing needle. I've used a sewing needle many times and it works great...heat the pad and stick the needle down thru the hole while the solder is melting. The needle will push the solder out the other side where you can clip off the excess and clean the remainder up with solder wickthe needle, being stainless steel, won't adhere to the solder so it will just pull right back out of the hole. Best of luck in getting your board cleaned up. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am ___ 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 menu setting
Is there a menu setting to allow my K3 to transmit CW while in the SSB USB mode on 6M?? I scrolled thru the CONFIG menu as well as the MAIN menu but nothing jumped out at me indicating a way to accomplish what I wanted to do.do I need to push a certain button??? Any help appreciated. 73, Joe W2KJ ___ 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 menu setting
Thanks to Greg, AB7R for providing me with the info I needed. 73, Joe W2KJ ___ 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: [K3] Poor performance on 6M
I made several QSO's in the VHF contest this past weekend on 6M using a 40M EDZ at a whopping 15 feet (thanks to a recent tornado) and sigs were excellent...I turned the pre-amp off and could still easily copy signals. The amateur who had receive problems on 6M must have a problem in his K3...the basic K3 is excellent on 6Mat leat at my QTH here in FM14 (NC). 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am ___ 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 firmware for K3
Just downloaded and installed the newest firmware for the K3. I can't remember when a new firmware download was available for my Ten Tec Orion (grin). Many thanks to Wayne and the Elecraft crew for the new version. 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am ___ 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
