Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 T/R Switch Failure
My KPA500 kit did not work from the get go, this was also due to a faulty relay. The amp was repaired under warranty in Italy where I had excellent support and communication but the postage was horrendous, nearly £200, and it was sent without the transformer! 73 Roger MW0IDX On 16/04/2014 20:34, Poul Erik Karlshøj (PKA) wrote: My KPA500 T/R switch failed after two weeks of operation. Can not pinpoint any reason why it should fail. It was repaired by Elecraft under warranty in Italy and has now worked 10 weeks with no problem. I now always check VSWR on K3 and on KPA with KPA in STBY whenever i operate on a new band and always have the KPA in STBY when I let the KAT500 tune. It is a bit cumbersome but really not a big deal. I would be surprised if I were the only one having had a failing KPA500 T/R switch. NB: Europeans sending their failed Elecraft gear for repair at the Elecraft associate in Italy must pay for the shipping BOTH ways. This is clearly poorer customer service than what Elecraft provided for its US customers. 73 de OZ4UN Poul-Erik __ 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] Future Kradio?
That would get my attention! Roger MW0IDX On 21/08/2013 19:08, Gil G. wrote: I would like to see a merging of the K1 and KX1 into a tiny surface-mount CW radio… KX2? Gil. __ __ 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] KAT500 vs K3 ATU
My K3's internal ATU will match 40m to 6m fine using a 66 foot doublet but my KAT500 struggles a bit on two bands using the same antenna configuration (with fine tuning), it tunes the remaining bands fine. 73 Roger MW0IDX On 04/08/2013 15:37, Gary Ferdinand wrote: I am considering getting a KAT500 to provide me with higher power auto-tuning. Currently, the KAT3 is capable of achieving a match on all bands using my open-wire fed 160-meter dipole, with some help from a 4:1 balun. I believe both tuners are T-matches, but I don't have enough information to judge whether the KAT500 will achieve the same matches that the KAT3 will. Can anyone give me the L and C values for each tuner? Thanks, Gary W2CS __ 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 speaker or external speaker not muting
Hello, I use the PF1 button to toggle my external speakers on/off while having headphones plugged into the front socket. The problem is now for some reason the external speaker is on all the time even when SPKR+PH is switched to NO. The K3's internal speaker behaves the same way when external speakers are disconnected. Before I take a look at the audio board has anyone else had this problem or can suggest the a likely cause, or am I just doing something stupid! Many thanks RogerMW0IDXK3 #191 __ 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] [KPA500] Peculiar behavior : no power output on Operate
Hello Alessandro, This has happened with my amp from new, Elecraft support (Jack Brindle) have been working with myself and one or two others with this problem for a solution. I'm sure he will soon be in touch after you have contacted him. You might find that when changing bands, this corrects this problem also. 73 Roger MW0IDX KPA500 #268 On 22/10/2012 14:14, iw0hqe wrote: Hi, this is IW0HQE, Alessandro, from Italy, a very happy owner of the superb K-line. I would like to report what I consider a minor issue/behavior of my KPA500 power amplifier. The amplifier is working flawlessly, and I am definately very satisfied with it. Only a very peculiar event happened a couple of times during the last week : when I turned on the amplifier and put it on Oper mode, when I begun my transmission the PTT triggered correctly (the * symbol appeared as well in the leftmost part of the display) but there was no power output at all. This was solved by simpli turning the amp OFF and then back online. I will now describe the event with further details : 1) I have owned the amplifier since 18/09/2012 (one month) and the event happened only two times during the last week. 2) The first time the event happened was right after my last K3 and P3 firmware upgrades. After upgrading both the devices, I then turned on the KPA500 to work a DX station and there was no power output; turning OFF and then back ON the amp solved it. 3) The second time the event happened was a couple of days later : I was listening to some DX stations and pileups for fun, then I needed the amplifier to make a few calls, I turned ON the rear panel switch, put the amp on OPER and then begun transmitting, but still no power output. Turning the amp OFF and then ON solved it. 4) Both times the event happened, the rear panel switch was turned ON from the OFF position. 5) Power drive 20 watts. CW mode. 6) Temperature reading at the moment of the event : 22-23 °C. 7) SWR of my antenna on the band (15 meters the first time and 10 meters the second time) 1,3:1 or better. 8) HV : 74,3 9) Both the events happened after installation of Firmware Revision 04.51 and DSP 2.76. 10) I tried to turn off the amplifier after the second event without switching the real panel button in the OFF position, and the event never happened again. I cannot figure out if this is just a coincidence, but maybe it could be of some use to report it. I have seen this event, or some that have a strong resemblance have already been reported : http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KPA-500-no-RF-until-power-cycle-td7017734.html http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KPA500-No-power-out-in-quot-OPER-quot-mode-td7472228.html I have reported mine also, as suggested by W6FB, Jack Brindle, so that Elecraft could add this to the feedbacks already received, evaluate and (I hope) find out and solve this minor issue. Thank you for your attention. My very best regards. IW0HQE - Alessandro Merolli -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KPA500-Peculiar-behavior-no-power-output-on-Operate-tp7564452.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html __ 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] KPA500 Z Bracket Top Cover
Hi Chuck, Yes I have exactly the same issue with my KPA500. 73 Roger MW0IDX On 11/02/2012 02:54, Chuck - AE4CW wrote: Just finished a KPA500 build and all went smoothly. The only issue I see is that the Z-Bracket appears to be about 1mm taller at the front than at the rear. The result is that the top cover protrudes above the front panel in the center by a small amount, perhaps 1mm. At the rear the top cover is flush with the rear panel in the center...no protrusion at all. This is a cosmetic issue but does detract a bit for the fit and finish of the rest of the KPA500 and the K3. Has anyone else seen this issue? Thought I would ask before calling home. --- Chuck, AE4CW __ 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] KPA-500 no RF until power cycle
This came up a while back but I haven't seen any answers yet. When going into operate there is no power output, no lights (asterisk OK). Switching the power button off then on again and placing it into operate, it works fine..Happens every time. Any clues on how to fix this will be gratefully received. I'm very pleased with the amp, just this little niggle I want to sort out. 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 KPA-500 #268 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 __ 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] The tortuous road from Aptos to UK
There is also Carlo Bianconi IK4ISQ in Italy who is authorised to do Elecraft repair work and apparently sells Elecraft equipment too. He did a fast turn around in repairing my KPA-500 which had a faulty component on delivery. I was very happy dealing with him and he is English speaking too. 73 Roger MW0IDX PS I always breath a sigh of relief when I know that my parcel from Elecraft has gone safely through HMC! K3 #191 KPA-500 #286 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 In Europe we probably feel a little remote from the Elecraft clan but I see that there is apparently an Elecraft distributor in Europe: http://www.qrp-shop.de Regards Nidge (G0NIG) __ 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] Shipping method for KPA500 in the UK
I am about to order the KPA500, just curious which shipping method others in the UK are using. Any thoughts please? Thanks 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 __ 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] Rose Kopp's K2 Carry Case
Just received my K2 carry case Rose Kopp, ordered with two side pockets. After reading such good reviews about her work I thought I'd take the plunge and order one. I am very pleased indeed with the product, fits my K2 perfectly and every thing else I need for my portable station. I have no connection with Rose other than a very satisfied customer! Info can be found on the Elecraft web site under Other manufactures 73 Roger MW0IDX Love the new KX3 but holding out for a KPA-500 K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 __ 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] K3 S meter calibration
Mines' the same, about S4/5 maximum. Pity, works great otherwise. 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 Hi Georges, Like you I cannot fathom why the K144XV is so low in it's received signal strength, I too see no better than S3-S4 on signals that on all other radios are S9-S9+. I (and others) have asked Elecraft about the discrepancy but as yet the low S meter reading issue remains unfixed. It used to read a little high when compared to other rigs and firmware version 3.97 made it read quite accurately. __ 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] K3 : SSB modulation
I've just bought a cheap headset with microphone and it works very well with my K3 and K2. For those in the UK, I got it from Maplin, order code KX43W for £9.99. 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 Jim Brown wrote: On Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:31:35 -0700, Dave Hachadorian wrote: Other el cheapo computer mics sound great too. Yes. Before I left Chicago about 5 years ago, I bought five assorted Plantronics headsets in different configurations. I suspect they were someone's free samples. I think I paid a total of $20 for the lot. I subsequently found them for sale at Fry's for about $30 each. __ 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] Import to the UK
Hi Simon, You are not liable to import duty but most of my many orders from elecraft (even with commodity codes correctly printed on the box) still arrive with a demand for import duty before Parcel Force will hand over the parcel. Keep every sticker on the parcel just in case you are charged. I have always been able to reclaim import duty but it is very long winded, usually taking several months and they have always asked for the original customs labels/invoice to support my refund. Good luck with your K3, you'll have a lot of fun with it! 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 KPA500? My Questions: Is there a difference between Import Duty and VAT Am I liable for both? Any tips as to how to make sure that Parcel Force get it here? Fingers are crossed... TIA Simon 2E0SCF __ 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] Current K144XV Firmware Revisions
Can someone tell me what the latest K144XV Beta/Full release version is please? Can't see anything other than version 1 on the software page. Tried clearing the cache etc. Can't get tx or rx to work. When I performed the frequency calibration, selecting Config- XV1 OFS, I do not see either of the two offset ranges 144 or 146 to the left of the KHz displayed or a way to change between the two segments. Hope that made sense. Can some kind person enlighten me to what I am doing wrong please before I pull all my hair out! (status light showing nothing wrong) TIA 73 Roger MW0IDX __ 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] RE: Current K144XV Firmware Revisions
Fantastic! That was it, just didn't go through all the menus and missed the int bit. Many thanks David, 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 David Johnson wrote: Roger, Make sure that you have selected the Internal (INT) transverter option in the Menu, this activates the KX144. If it is set to EX the K3 looks for an external unit. Once I went through the Menu for the 2nd time when my unit failed to work first time I realised I had not selected the INT correctly. Good luck, 73, David G4DHF www.g4dhf.com http://www.g4dhf.com Message Received: Apr 23 2010, 09:27 PM From: Roger Dallimore To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Cc: Subject: [Elecraft] Current K144XV Firmware Revisions Can someone tell me what the latest K144XV Beta/Full release version is please? Can't see anything other than version 1 on the software page. Tried clearing the cache etc. Can't get tx or rx to work. When I performed the frequency calibration, selecting Config- XV1 OFS, I do not see either of the two offset ranges 144 or 146 to the left of the KHz displayed or a way to change between the two segments. Hope that made sense. Can some kind person enlighten me to what I am doing wrong please before I pull all my hair out! (status light showing nothing wrong) TIA 73 Roger MW0IDX __ 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] In Reference to: k2 pll and ref osc issues n0xdb
My feelings entirely Todd, a great loss. 73 Roger MW0IDX To my friends on the Elecraft reflector: I usually sit quietly monitoring the Elecraft reflector traffic, ignoring most of it, but ALWAYS reading any post by W3FPR. Don's posts have been very helpful to me over the past 11 years and I know many others and I would not have solved some difficult technical problems without his gracious help. It is very sad to me that this has happened no matter who is right or wrong. I would kindly ask that list members carefully consider what they type or saymaybe give it an hours time before hitting the send key. If Don leaves the reflector it is a huge loss to all of us whether members realize it or not. Thanks for your time, and especially, Thanks to Don. 73, Todd, WA7U -- From: Sam Morgan k5oai@gmail.com Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2010 10:40 AM To: d...@w3fpr.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; lstavenhagen lstavenha...@hotmail.com Subject: Re: [Elecraft] k2 pll and ref osc issues n0xdb Don Wilhelm wrote: No personal information was posted, it was only publically available information easily obtained from QRZ.com, and also in the FCC database. I don't see that a name and call are personal information However, it won't happen again. If anyone wants my assistance, it will have to be by direct email. d...@w3fpr.com or w3...@embarqmail.com will direct email to me - no more public posts after this one. This is going to save me a LOT of time! I'd like to give a big shout out thanks to all the reflector nannys, for depriving myself and others on the list, from future opportunities to learn from Don's wealth of knowledge, way to go folks, you knew what was going to happen, before you mounted your soapboxes to beat your chests! yea I shouldn't have said the above, but it needed saying! /me slithers back into my rf proofed black hole -- GB 73 K5OAI Sam Morgan __ 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 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] Re:KPA500
Fantastic news! Can't wait to find out more. 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 KPA500 #??? Of perhaps as much interest is the new KPA500 amplifier that's just appeared on the table. All I can tell you is that it's somewhat weighty and has a switching supply built into the cabinet. The cabinet is the same size as a K3, so Rose won't need to design a new cover. __ 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] RE: K3 not communicating with PC
Last month some might remember that I posted a plea for help in fault finding my K3 RS232 connection. The fault was traced to an open RFC L3 on the KIO3 digital I/O board. Bridging this RFC with a piece of resistor wire brought the RS232 connection back to life. A replacement L3 is on its way. Many thanks to Gary Surrency for his help in solving this problem, W3FPR and many others who gave lots of helpful suggestions. As always, great support from the Elecraft family! 73 Roger MW0IDXPS who is patiently waiting for his first amp to be an Elecraft model, 400~600w would be just fine ;-) K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 Hi all, I can't work out why my K3 has stopped communicating with my PC. Besides the K3 utility I'm using HRD. Up to now I've used the KUSB which has worked fine, it was bought with K3 #191 at the same time. I reinstalled the drivers checked Baud rate (38400), swapped ports etc but still no go. I then tried a standard RS232 instead, but still it does not work. What am I missing here? Any help would be appreciated (my email is set to digest mode). 73 Roger MW0IDX __ 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] K3 not communicating with PC
Many thanks for all suggestions privately and to this list. I can confirm that; Ports have been checked with K3 utility Checked correct port in device manager on PC Did not stop after upgrading software I am using KUSB with latest drivers since arrival of K3 #191 K3 is set at 38400 baud I'm going to examine the transistor on the IO board. Apparently the plastic transistors can degrade over time on older K3's and the voltage drops under load to the RS232. Thanks to K1WHS for this suggestion. 73 HNY! Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 __ 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 not communicating with PC
Hi all, I can't work out why my K3 has stopped communicating with my PC. Besides the K3 utility I'm using HRD. Up to now I've used the KUSB which has worked fine, it was bought with K3 #191 at the same time. I reinstalled the drivers checked Baud rate (38400), swapped ports etc but still no go. I then tried a standard RS232 instead, but still it does not work. What am I missing here? Any help would be appreciated (my email is set to digest mode). 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 __ 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 display of K3 filter bandwidth and other information
I'd rather put a KPA800 inside ;-) 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 But we'll supply simple P3-to-K3 support hardware to ensure that the P3 doesn't move when you push the buttons. Or you can weight it down by putting your own power supply inside, which is what I plan to do :) 73, Wayne N6KR __ 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] KPA-800 any news at Dayton?
Any news from Dayton about the long awaited amps 800/1500? I'm pleased to hear about the K144XV though, just what I need. 73 Roger MW0IDX __ 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 installed now no RF power
I installed the KDVR3 to #191 last night and it appears to work fine (enabled in Config) but I now have very little RF output when connected to a dummy load. The 100w PA doesn't appear to kick in when the power is increased above 12 watts and there is no power output showing on the meter at all. The ATU relays click when activated but no SWR value appears. I'm using the latest firmware and have double checked that all the pins lined up when I reassembled the front panel. At the same time as fitting the KDVR3 I incorporated the speaker amp mod, front panel mic mod (ground pin 7) and the keying rise time mod. After each of these were done I checked resistance as per instructions and all appears fine there and I feel confident that I didn't damage anything else while do these mods (famous last words!). Any advice would be gratefully appreciated about where to check next, later this evening I'll remove the KDVR3 and see what happens. TIA 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 ___ 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] KDVR3 installed now no RF power
You're sure that CONFIG:KPA3 is PA nor? Perhaps you changed CONFIG:KPA3 when you enabled the KDVR3? Dick, K6KR Yes, KPA3 is set to PA nor still can't figure out whats going on. Thanks for your reply though. 73 Roger MW0IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 ___ 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] KRX3 Shipping?
Just received email notice that my KRX3 will be shipped within the next 1-2 weeks :-) K3 kit, 3rd May 2007.KDVR3 (which will not be available until at least Fall 2008) end quote 73 Roger MW0IDX K3IDX K3 #191 K2 #2724 KX1 #416 Is anyone receiving their KRX3s? My order has been in for over 13 months, but no sign of it yet! The S/N of my K3 is 467. Jerry AI6L ___ 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] Hex key v Kent paddle
Hi Bill, I've had my Kent twin paddle for a number of years and have been very pleased with it. I did try the Hex key and Begali at the Elecraft booth at Dayton a couple of years ago and found them both very good too, I'd like to have either of them. The Kent paddle, as previously mentioned has a more solid feel in use over the lighter touch of the other two. Down to personal preference at the end of the day. 73 Roger MW0IDX K3IDX K2 #2724 KX1 #416 K3 #200 Throughout this whole paddle discussion, I haven't heard anybody mention the Kent paddle from UK. Is anyone besides me using this paddle (or used it and went away from it)? Opinions pro/con? Bill / W5WVO ___ 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] Seasons Greetings from Wales
From Wales (UK); Nadolig Llawen a Blwyddyn Newydd Da (Merry Christmas a happy new year) 73 Roger MW0IDX K3IDX K2#2724 KX1 #416 http://mw0idx.co.uk http://sota.org.uk So how many different languages are represented here? I can offer Prettige Kerstdagen en Gebikkig Niewjaar, thanks to my beautiful Dutch XYL. Ron AC7AC -Original Message- To the Elecraft gang and to all the Elecrafters round the world... I wish a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année. Frohe Weihnachten und ein gutes Neues Jarh. Buon Natale e felice Anno Nuovo. Feliz Navidad y prospero Año Nuevo. Feliz Natale prospero e Ano Novo. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KX1 zapped!
During a QSO whilst in the mountains of North Wales I received a string of electric shocks (even through thick gloves) with my KX1 rapidly switching on and off. Wisely thinking that this was not healthy I immediately switched the KX1 off and pulled out the antenna (66' doublet). This occurred during a heavy hail shower, a small VHF yagi was crackling loudly with static so I guess a static build up was the culprit with my KX1. After the storm passed I fired up the KX1 and proceeded to work a few more stations but alas it was only showing about 6~700 mW output on all three bands. Not having much experience in fault finding can any kind soul out there advise me where to start checking which components might be affected? Many thanks in advance, 73 Roger MWØIDX K3IDXK2 #2724 KX1 #416 http://mw0idx.co.uk http://sotawales.co.uk ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KX1 balun
I asked him whether or not he used a balun, and he said no, he just fed it directly into the radio. I suppose his antenna could be fairly well-balanced or that the KX1 is able to tolerate a fair amount of imbalance. Hi Dan, I always feed my KX1/K2 direct with a 66' doublet without a balun, never had any trouble tuning on the bands and always worked well. 73 Roger MWØIDX K3IDX http://www.geocities.com/mw0idx ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Re: Elecraft Digest, Vol 15, Issue 8
My dual post bnc connector for my KX1 disappeared into the maw of my shack. I'd like to order at least two more. Other than RS, Mouser, or OSE, any suggestions? Tnx. 73, Gil NN4CW Hi Gil, I got mine from The RF Connection www.therfc.com Check out their KevWeave light antenna wire (thin kevlar rope with copper braid covering) ideal for light portable antennas. No connection just a happy customer! 73 Roger MW0IDX K3IDX K2 #2724 KX1 #416 $ ___ 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] Saturday SOTA
I plan to operate from a local summit this Saturday evening/night (18th) using my K2 #2724. This mountain is called Pen Llithrig y Wrach (hill of the slippery witch!) and qualifies for the summits on the air programme (www.sota.org.uk) as GW/NW-013. Its location is in the Snowdonia mountains, North Wales. QRV from around 1900 UTC on CW/SSB QRP frequencies. Joining me will be Rick GW0VMW using his IC706. If you hear either of us please give us a call! 73 Roger MW0IDX KB3MHU http://www.geocities.com/mw0idx -- Whatever you Wanadoo: http://www.wanadoo.co.uk/time/ This email has been checked for most known viruses - find out more at: http://www.wanadoo.co.uk/help/id/7098.htm ___ 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: AC7AC
Ron's inputs make reading the Reflector worth while. Of course his technical comments are the real reason we read his posts. But I am so glad he gets OT with other comments. Thanks Ron 73, Ty, W1TF ** I'll second that!!! ** Is anyone, especially in the UK, experiencing any difficulty with mail to / from the Discussion List? During the past day or two I have received two.. ** No. 73 Roger MW0IDX K2 #2724 KX1 #416 ___ 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] CW Indicator
Just installed Tom's N0SS CW tuning indicator kit (K2) and wish to thank Tom for making the kit available. My first SMD experience and those parts were mighty small to solder! But very pleased with the results Season's greetings to all, Roger MW0IDX K2 #2724 KX1 #416 http://www.geocities.com/mw0idx ___ 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
