Re: [Elecraft] KX2 question

[Rick Bates, nk7i]

For such documents that I (might) need when not at the computer, I use 
Dropbox.  That way it's in several places at once, including on my phone 
(which is always with me).


It's free, up to small storage limits, adequate for that task. If I need 
to share something, I send the link (which if a large file, doesn't clog 
my LAN, once it's in the cloud).


73,
Rick nk7i


On 12/4/2023 1:54 PM, Chris wrote:

Thanks, Walter K6WRU:

That was indeed the document I was mis-remembering as one page...

But it describes how to get INTO the CW announce mode, but does not 
tell how to EXIT the mode.


I think I did a device reset to go back to turn CW announce OFF.

I also note that I appear to need a newer version of the manual that 
came with the radio. I downloaded the e-version, but my computer does 
not fit in my day-pack!


73,

Chris K0PF

On 12/4/2023 9:13 AM, Walter Underwood wrote:
This all-text document has a physical description and documents the 
audio-CW feedback.


https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX2/Mod Notes Alerts/KX2 CW UI, rev A3.pdf 



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On Dec 4, 2023, at 8:03 AM, Chris  wrote:

I saw a one-page note on this but I cannot find it in my records. If 
I recall it is a mode of some sort that causes the CW Identifier, 
for handicapped hams, I think. I did a reset to clear it. Sorry for 
being vague, it has been a couple months, but maybe support can 
point you to that one-pager. It should be in the fw release notes, 
really...


73,

Chris,

K0PF

On 12/1/2023 9:59 AM, Bud wrote:

Folks …

I recently invoked the latest firmware update on my KX2 (s/n  1031).
Upon beginning use of the KX2 after the firmware update  two 
 changes to the operating configuration were noticed.


They are:

1)  Upon pressing any of the front panel push button switches, a CW 
identifier takes place.

  How do I delete this from happening?

2)  The “display” push button no longer displays the several 
functions it once did.
  What do I need to do to bring back the display functions when I 
push the “display” button?


Thanks for any help in this matter …

Bud,
NY1Z …




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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 question

[Chris]

Thanks, Walter K6WRU:

That was indeed the document I was mis-remembering as one page...

But it describes how to get INTO the CW announce mode, but does not tell 
how to EXIT the mode.


I think I did a device reset to go back to turn CW announce OFF.

I also note that I appear to need a newer version of the manual that 
came with the radio. I downloaded the e-version, but my computer does 
not fit in my day-pack!


73,

Chris K0PF

On 12/4/2023 9:13 AM, Walter Underwood wrote:
This all-text document has a physical description and documents the 
audio-CW feedback.


https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX2/Mod Notes Alerts/KX2 CW UI, rev A3.pdf 



wunder
K6WRU
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CM87wj
http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)


On Dec 4, 2023, at 8:03 AM, Chris  wrote:

I saw a one-page note on this but I cannot find it in my records. If 
I recall it is a mode of some sort that causes the CW Identifier, for 
handicapped hams, I think. I did a reset to clear it. Sorry for being 
vague, it has been a couple months, but maybe support can point you 
to that one-pager. It should be in the fw release notes, really...


73,

Chris,

K0PF

On 12/1/2023 9:59 AM, Bud wrote:

Folks …

I recently invoked the latest firmware update on my KX2 (s/n  1031).
Upon beginning use of the KX2 after the firmware update  two 
 changes to the operating configuration were noticed.


They are:

1)  Upon pressing any of the front panel push button switches, a CW 
identifier takes place.

  How do I delete this from happening?

2)  The “display” push button no longer displays the several 
functions it once did.
  What do I need to do to bring back the display functions when I 
push the “display” button?


Thanks for any help in this matter …

Bud,
NY1Z …




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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 question

[Walter Underwood]

This all-text document has a physical description and documents the audio-CW 
feedback.

https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX2/Mod Notes Alerts/KX2 CW UI, rev A3.pdf 


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> On Dec 4, 2023, at 8:03 AM, Chris  wrote:
> 
> I saw a one-page note on this but I cannot find it in my records. If I recall 
> it is a mode of some sort that causes the CW Identifier, for handicapped 
> hams, I think. I did a reset to clear it. Sorry for being vague, it has been 
> a couple months, but maybe support can point you to that one-pager. It should 
> be in the fw release notes, really...
> 
> 73,
> 
> Chris,
> 
> K0PF
> 
> On 12/1/2023 9:59 AM, Bud wrote:
>> Folks …
>> 
>> I recently invoked the latest firmware update on my KX2 (s/n  1031).
>> Upon beginning use of the KX2 after the firmware update  two  changes to the 
>> operating configuration were noticed.
>> 
>> They are:
>> 
>> 1)  Upon pressing any of the front panel push button switches, a CW 
>> identifier takes place.
>>   How do I delete this from happening?
>> 
>> 2)  The “display” push button no longer displays the several functions it 
>> once did.
>>   What do I need to do to bring back the display functions when I push the 
>> “display” button?
>> 
>> Thanks for any help in this matter …
>> 
>> Bud,
>> NY1Z …
>> 
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 question

[Chris]

I saw a one-page note on this but I cannot find it in my records. If I 
recall it is a mode of some sort that causes the CW Identifier, for 
handicapped hams, I think. I did a reset to clear it. Sorry for being 
vague, it has been a couple months, but maybe support can point you to 
that one-pager. It should be in the fw release notes, really...


73,

Chris,

K0PF

On 12/1/2023 9:59 AM, Bud wrote:

Folks …

I recently invoked the latest firmware update on my KX2 (s/n  1031).
Upon beginning use of the KX2 after the firmware update  two  changes to the 
operating configuration were noticed.

They are:

1)  Upon pressing any of the front panel push button switches, a CW identifier 
takes place.
   How do I delete this from happening?

2)  The “display” push button no longer displays the several functions it once 
did.
   What do I need to do to bring back the display functions when I push the 
“display” button?

Thanks for any help in this matter …

Bud,
NY1Z …




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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 thread

[Neil Smith]

Thank you!!  

Sent from my iPod

निल 

> On Sep 6, 2023, at 8:42 AM, Mike Dodd  wrote:
> 
> On 9/6/2023 11:31 AM, Neil Smith wrote:
>> Hi guys,
>> It sounds like there might be a KX* specific thread for Elecraft products.  
>> As a KX2 owner I’d be interested in joining that.
>> Can someone send me the link to sign up over there?
> 
> Go to  then click "Find or Create a 
> Gdoup" then search for "KX" and the Elecraft KX User Group appears.
> 
> 73, Mike N4CF
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 thread

[Mike Dodd]

On 9/6/2023 11:31 AM, Neil Smith wrote:

Hi guys,

It sounds like there might be a KX* specific thread for Elecraft products.  As 
a KX2 owner I’d be interested in joining that.
Can someone send me the link to sign up over there?


Go to  then click "Find or Create 
a Gdoup" then search for "KX" and the Elecraft KX User Group appears.


73, Mike N4CF


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 thread

[Walter Underwood]

The KX-line group is here: https://elecraft-kx.groups.io/g/main

It is not an official Elecraft group, but it is friendly and useful.

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> On Sep 6, 2023, at 8:31 AM, Neil Smith  wrote:
> 
> Hi guys,
> 
> It sounds like there might be a KX* specific thread for Elecraft products.  
> As a KX2 owner I’d be interested in joining that.
> Can someone send me the link to sign up over there?
> 
> Many thanks & 73,
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, KXPA100, Begali

[Ron KF7ZN]

The amplifier has sold, thanks for all of the interest, 73 and hope to see
some of you at Visalia

*Have a nice day!*
Ron Wilcox KF7ZN
RN, BHS, BSN, CCM
Ham Radio Volunteer Examiner
Davis County Assistant Emergency Coordinator (ARES)
Vice President Utah DX Association


On Wed, Feb 8, 2023 at 11:24 AM Ron KF7ZN  wrote:

> The Begali adventure and KX2 have sold, thanks for all of the interest.
> The amp is still available.
>
> KXPA100-AT-F_KXPA100-AT 100W Ext Amp with KXAT100 100W ATU, Factory
> Assemble
> KX2ACBL_KX2 Accessory Cable
> KXPACBL_KXPA100 Integrated Cable
> Selling for 1500.00$
>
>  I will pay shipping in Continental US
>
> *Have a nice day!*
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, KXPA-100, Begali Adventure key

[Ron KF7ZN]

I apologize for bringing in personal items to the reflector but I have had
numerous friends and associates responding  to my email, in retrospect I
probably should have either given more info or no info. My wife is doing
really good, and I have an update on  my QRZ.com site for any questions ,
thanks.
Ron Wilcox KF7ZN
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Vice President Utah DX Association


On Mon, Feb 6, 2023 at 4:31 PM Ron KF7ZN  wrote:

> Life certainly can change quickly. My wife and I had  plans in place for
> the outdoors, camping, mountains, mountain bikes, KX2, etc. but health
> changes for my wife means that we will be enjoying the hobby and our time
> together in other ways, so I have a KX2, KXPA-100 and Adventure paddles for
> sale. The KX2 was only used once when I started it to test it out, same
> with KXPA amp and Adventure has never been used. Never been outside of the
> shack. Original boxes and manuals, KX2 includes Fred Cady book, If
> interested please contact me with my QRZ.com email.
>
>  KX2-F_KX2 Transceiver-Assembled
> KXAT2-F_KX2 Antenna Tuner Assembled
> KXBC2_External Lithium-ion Fast Charger for KXBT2
> KXBT2_KXBT2 Lithium Ion Battery Pack 11v 2 6ah × 2
> KXIO2-F_Real-Time Clock and General-Purpose Outputs Installed
> E980262_Power Cable, 3ft, APP to 2.1MM connector
> Selling for 1225.00$
>
> KXPA100-AT-F_KXPA100-AT 100W Ext Amp with KXAT100 100W ATU, Factory
> Assemble
> KX2ACBL_KX2 Accessory Cable
> KXPACBL_KXPA100 Integrated Cable
> Selling for 1500.00$
>
>
> Begali Adventure Dual
> KX2 Mounting Bracket
> Basic Desktop
> Selling for 300.00$
>
>  I will pay shipping in Continental US
>
> *Have a nice day!*
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[Lee Hiers]

I know Morse.  I operate CW 95% of the time.

My order is for a long-promised and non-delivery-updated power amp for a
K3/10.  And before you come up with some BS about "now's a good time to try
QRP", I've operated 11 of the last 12 years at 5W or less.

The fact is, Elecraft's poor communications on all these delays is
inexcusable.

I've been an Elecraft fan and supporter ever since I purchased my first
Elecraft rig over 10 years ago, and recommended them to many for their
superior products and excellent customer service.  That is over.

You people who are calling us whiners because of the poor customer service
we have received from Elecraft are doing the company a huge disservice, as
you're just pouring salt in the wound with snide comments.

Lee, AA4GA

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> This is a good excuse to learn CW. Or-the KX2 has a perfectly good built
> in mic. I’m also sure you could adapt a different mic if you’re really in
> need of one. As far as the complaint about Wayne posting his pedestrian
> mobile activity..do you see the CEO of ICOM Yaesu or Kenwood posting about
> actually using their products in a creative way?? This is what makes
> Elecraft such a good company to support. Are there supply issues? Sure,and
> why have them wasting time with constant updates that say nothing new? I’d
> rather have the precious labor time used to address the actual issues. And
> lastly..maybe people should just get outside and use the radios as they
> were intended. Better for your mental and physical health instead of
> sitting around finding things to nitpick about a small company trying to
> make innovative products. Tomorrow I’m taking the KX2 and AX2 to Mary’s
> peak in the central coast range of Oregon. Hiking and SOTA at 4500 feet. At
> age 71 I go slow but I’m going and boy a lot more fun than sitting around
> reading emails or watching the tube.
>
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>
> > On Oct 8, 2022, at 05:29, Dave Sublette  wrote:
> >
> > As I recall, when I ordered my KX3 years ago I told them not to send a
> > mic.  I wasn't going to need it.
> >
> > K4TO
> >
> >> On Sat, Oct 8, 2022 at 1:00 AM K9ZTV  wrote:
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> >> No shortage of keys, guys.
> >>
> >> Kent
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[Lee Hiers]

When I ordered my KX3, the mic was optional and I didn't order it.

If you think this topic is about microphones, you're not paying attention.

Lee, AA4GA

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> As I recall, when I ordered my KX3 years ago I told them not to send a
> mic.  I wasn't going to need it.
>
> K4TO
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[turnbull]

Friends,    Why bring up the CW v SSB canard.   There is a supply issue.     I 
too prefer Wayne to stick to engineering new features and work arounds.    It 
is good that on iccassion he lets us know what he is doing.   Wayne and Eric 
are active hams.    A complaint was warranted but Elecraft is a small first 
class company in a struggle.    They are not alone.          Peace my good 
friends - your points are well made.    Elecraft is under pressure and I just 
pray her principals do not retire at the normal age.     As much as I 
appreciate the market, please do not go the Drake or TenTec route.   So many 
fine marks are but a memory.     73 Doug EI2CNSent from my Galaxy
 Original message From: Dan Presley  Date: 
08/10/2022  19:07  (GMT+00:00) To: k...@arrl.net Cc: Elecraft 
 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic This is a good 
excuse to learn CW. Or-the KX2 has a perfectly good built in mic. I’m also sure 
you could adapt a different mic if you’re really in need of one. As far as the 
complaint about Wayne posting his pedestrian mobile activity..do you see the 
CEO of ICOM Yaesu or Kenwood posting about actually using their products in a 
creative way?? This is what makes Elecraft such a good company to support. Are 
there supply issues? Sure,and why have them wasting time with constant updates 
that say nothing new? I’d rather have the precious labor time used to address 
the actual issues. And lastly..maybe people should just get outside and use the 
radios as they were intended. Better for your mental and physical health 
instead of sitting around finding things to nitpick about a small company 
trying to make innovative products. Tomorrow I’m taking the KX2 and AX2 to 
Mary’s peak in the central coast range of Oregon. Hiking and SOTA at 4500 feet. 
At age 71 I go slow but I’m going and boy a lot more fun than sitting around 
reading emails or watching the tube. Dan Presley 503-701-3871danpresley@me. com 
n7...@arrl.net> On Oct 8, 2022, at 05:29, Dave Sublette  
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[Dan Presley]

This is a good excuse to learn CW. Or-the KX2 has a perfectly good built in 
mic. I’m also sure you could adapt a different mic if you’re really in need of 
one. As far as the complaint about Wayne posting his pedestrian mobile 
activity..do you see the CEO of ICOM Yaesu or Kenwood posting about actually 
using their products in a creative way?? This is what makes Elecraft such a 
good company to support. Are there supply issues? Sure,and why have them 
wasting time with constant updates that say nothing new? I’d rather have the 
precious labor time used to address the actual issues. And lastly..maybe people 
should just get outside and use the radios as they were intended. Better for 
your mental and physical health instead of sitting around finding things to 
nitpick about a small company trying to make innovative products. Tomorrow I’m 
taking the KX2 and AX2 to Mary’s peak in the central coast range of Oregon. 
Hiking and SOTA at 4500 feet. At age 71 I go slow but I’m going and boy a lot 
more fun than sitting around reading emails or watching the tube. 

Dan Presley 503-701-3871
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> On Oct 8, 2022, at 05:29, Dave Sublette  wrote:
> 
> As I recall, when I ordered my KX3 years ago I told them not to send a
> mic.  I wasn't going to need it.
> 
> K4TO
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>> No shortage of keys, guys.
>> 
>> Kent
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[Dave Sublette]

As I recall, when I ordered my KX3 years ago I told them not to send a
mic.  I wasn't going to need it.

K4TO

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

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No shortage of keys, guys.

Kent
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[Mike Harris via Elecraft]

I guessed that but I hope the lack of the Elecraft MH3 isn't preventing 
them from using KX2.


I know what I would do.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO

On 07/10/2022 18:38, Wes wrote:
I doubt that there is any special except for the fact that some of these 
guys bought and paid for the MH3.


Wes  N7WS

On 10/7/2022 1:24 PM, Mike Harris via Elecraft wrote:
Is there anything so special about the MH3 that another hand mic with 
an adapter cable or re-plugged wouldn't do. There must be a few 
suitable units out in the wild. I use a Kenwood MC-43S with my K2/K3 
and a Yamaha headset with the K3.


Regards,

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Mic

[Wes]

I doubt that there is any special except for the fact that some of these guys 
bought and paid for the MH3.


Wes  N7WS

On 10/7/2022 1:24 PM, Mike Harris via Elecraft wrote:
Is there anything so special about the MH3 that another hand mic with an 
adapter cable or re-plugged wouldn't do. There must be a few suitable units 
out in the wild. I use a Kenwood MC-43S with my K2/K3 and a Yamaha headset 
with the K3.


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Internal Battery Charger

[Paul Stoetzer]

Thanks, Wayne!

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Thu, Aug 25, 2022 at 11:59 AM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> A small field-test run is being built as we speak. Over the past several
> months I collected names of volunteer field testers (you know who you are
> :)
>
> After we complete FT, which we're doing carefully because of the nature of
> Li-ion batteries, we'll open the product up for general sales. There will
> be an announcement. Or two.
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
> > On Aug 25, 2022, at 8:53 AM, Gary Memory  wrote:
> >
> > Last I heard from the source about a month or two ago was that prototypes
> > had been built and testing was underway.  Or something to that end.
> >
> > Gary, N7BRJ
> >
> >
> > On Thu, Aug 25, 2022 at 09:06 Paul Stoetzer  wrote:
> >
> >> Hi,
> >>
> >> I was curious if there was any update on the development status of the
> KX2
> >> internal battery charger module.
> >>
> >> Thanks!
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Internal Battery Charger

[Robert Brown via Elecraft]

After we complete FT, which we're doing carefully because of the nature of 
Li-ion batteries, we'll open the product up for general sales. There will be an 
announcement. Or two.

Wayne
N6KR
As an owner of both a KX2 and a KX3, I can only hope that I understand what 
Wayne may be alluding to in his final comment. ;)
Bob Brown, N1CVX 

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Internal Battery Charger

[Wayne Burdick]

A small field-test run is being built as we speak. Over the past several months 
I collected names of volunteer field testers (you know who you are :) 

After we complete FT, which we're doing carefully because of the nature of 
Li-ion batteries, we'll open the product up for general sales. There will be an 
announcement. Or two.

Wayne
N6KR


> On Aug 25, 2022, at 8:53 AM, Gary Memory  wrote:
> 
> Last I heard from the source about a month or two ago was that prototypes
> had been built and testing was underway.  Or something to that end.
> 
> Gary, N7BRJ
> 
> 
> On Thu, Aug 25, 2022 at 09:06 Paul Stoetzer  wrote:
> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> I was curious if there was any update on the development status of the KX2
>> internal battery charger module.
>> 
>> Thanks!
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Internal Battery Charger

[Gary Memory]

Last I heard from the source about a month or two ago was that prototypes
had been built and testing was underway.  Or something to that end.

Gary, N7BRJ


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> Hi,
>
> I was curious if there was any update on the development status of the KX2
> internal battery charger module.
>
> Thanks!
>
> 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on Commercial Airplane

[Thorsten Fricke]

Hi all,

Am 26.06.22 um 23:38 schrieb Michael Parsons:

I fly constantly and have been taking my KX2 with me every single time for the 
last year. I also currently carry an IC-705 with its battery and two additional 
Bioenno 4.5ah batteries all as carryons. I fly around 50 times a year and never 
have been stopped or searched other than the general X-ray machine as per usual 
flying TSA requirements. It’s just fine to take that with you as a carry on.


I can fully agree and confirm this! My daughter studies in Tel Aviv and
everytime I am going to visit here, I take my KX2 with me. Even with El
Al there is no issue at all to take it on board as carry on.

The ONLY issue I have... my backpack used as carry-on contains the KX2,
a X230 Laptop, a Kindle and my D300 (incl. 16-85mm lens)... this needs
to be unpacked before and packed again after the x-ray machine... and it
is quite heavy ;-)


Mike (K0FYR)
Ham-Solo


73 es 55 de
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane

[Mark Goldberg]

I've been a member of aviation standards committees, and the quality of the
members is similar. The best engineers from multiple companies come
together, along with hundreds of years of combined experience. The battery
standards committee was across the hall from ours one time. Theirs was much
more heated. These standards are indeed there for a reason, and based on
real world experience. People from the NTSB, Transport Canada, and similar
agencies also attend. They have investigated many accidents and want to
make sure what went wrong and killed people does not happen again. They, in
my experience, are some of the sharpest people I have met and worked with.
I had long talks with the folks that investigated Swissair 111. That is one
reason I am so careful with electrical installations, at home and even in
our RV, which has 400 Ah of LifePO4s under where we sleep.

I believe that about a 20 Ah LiFePO4 is about the largest that can be put
in your carryon. I have several smaller ones.

One advantage to having batteries in your carryon is that you will not be
selected to put the carryon in the luggage compartment if the overheads are
full. Tell them there are lithium batteries in there and they will select
other luggage.

73,

Mark
W7MLG

On Tue, Jun 28, 2022 at 2:29 AM Jim Brown  wrote:

> On 6/28/2022 1:46 AM, Geert Jan de Groot wrote:
> > And if you feel otherwise and know it all better - it's a free world and
> > everyone has an opinion! - then I kindly ask you to identify what flight
> > you will be on so I will take the next flight, thank you.
>
> All of your post is well said, Jan. We have the right to our opinion,
> but we don't have the right to endanger others by acting out on the
> basis of our ignorance.
>
> For nearly 40  I've been a member of the Standards Committee of the
> Audio Engineering Society, and lead author our Standards on EMC. I can
> report that all of our Standards are based on Applied Science, and the
> result of serious engineers who are practitioners in a broad range of
> pro audio -- broadcast, recording, live sound -- all with a solid
> engineering grounding. Those lacking that background, or with "an
> agenda," or to be unwilling to yield to others who know more about an
> issue, are quickly sent to the back benches. And all of us have an
> excellent BS filter. The goal is simple -- write Standards that make
> systems WORK, in the REAL WORLD.
>
> One of the things that design professionals from different engineering
> disciplines do in design meetings is play "what if" scenarios to
> evaluate design decisions. A prime example in the real world I've often
> cited is, the design team of the Fukushima nuclear reactor failing to
> ask, or failing to have the imagination or education to come up with
> possible answers to the question, "What Could Possibly Go Wrong With
> Putting Emergency Power Generators in the basement?" In 2011, Mother
> Nature answered rather emphatically that question that should have been
> asked or satisfactorily resolved, but wasn't.  Note that this is an
> example to prove a concept, not an "attack" on anyone. I've been in lots
> of design meetings, and ain't nobody perfect.
>
> 73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane

[Jim Brown]

On 6/28/2022 1:46 AM, Geert Jan de Groot wrote:
And if you feel otherwise and know it all better - it's a free world and 
everyone has an opinion! - then I kindly ask you to identify what flight 
you will be on so I will take the next flight, thank you.


All of your post is well said, Jan. We have the right to our opinion, 
but we don't have the right to endanger others by acting out on the 
basis of our ignorance.


For nearly 40  I've been a member of the Standards Committee of the 
Audio Engineering Society, and lead author our Standards on EMC. I can 
report that all of our Standards are based on Applied Science, and the 
result of serious engineers who are practitioners in a broad range of 
pro audio -- broadcast, recording, live sound -- all with a solid 
engineering grounding. Those lacking that background, or with "an 
agenda," or to be unwilling to yield to others who know more about an 
issue, are quickly sent to the back benches. And all of us have an 
excellent BS filter. The goal is simple -- write Standards that make 
systems WORK, in the REAL WORLD.


One of the things that design professionals from different engineering 
disciplines do in design meetings is play "what if" scenarios to 
evaluate design decisions. A prime example in the real world I've often 
cited is, the design team of the Fukushima nuclear reactor failing to 
ask, or failing to have the imagination or education to come up with 
possible answers to the question, "What Could Possibly Go Wrong With 
Putting Emergency Power Generators in the basement?" In 2011, Mother 
Nature answered rather emphatically that question that should have been 
asked or satisfactorily resolved, but wasn't.  Note that this is an 
example to prove a concept, not an "attack" on anyone. I've been in lots 
of design meetings, and ain't nobody perfect.


73, Jim K9YC


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane

[Geert Jan de Groot]

I tried telling the TSA guy a little box of electronics and such was for my 
hearing aid.
He thought I was spoofing him and called his supervisor when he asked if it 
received Fox News, and I said not in my house. I explained it was the Bluetooth 
gear for broadcasting TV audio into the earpiece. A little demo for the TSA 
folks was cordial but I almost missed the flight.
One step for man, a giant step for mankind.


There are restrictions on LiPo batteries for a reason. Restrictions on 
maximal capacity of the battery and how the battery is packed - inside a 
radio OK, loose not OK.


I am pretty sure the KX2 with built-in cells is OK since these can be 
sent unrestricted in mail. The Bienno may or may not be - bigger 
capacity, loose battery, and the cells are only protected by plastic 
foil. If the cells get crushed in your carry bag, what happens?


If you've ever had a LiPo go rogue on you you will understand why TSA 
has issue with the possibility of LiPo incidents inside a metal tube you 
cannot step out of.


We as hams may "know it better" but the fact of the matter is that the 
TSA rules are there to keep flights safe. Trying to play them by telling 
them a lie is dishonest, dangerous and perhaps even illegal. *If* you 
know better, you should assist TSA in managing the risk, not lie to 
them, even if that means that you cannot carry the battery you want to 
carry.


I've carried some pretty interesting stuff over the years and always did 
so fully open. It has raised issues, there has been cases where a 
manager needed to get involved, but on a proper trip this was all 
prepared in advance (by asking the airline, not a mailing list) and 
everyone was happy with the approach and the preparation taken. I also 
found people to be pretty accommodating if asked correctly.


And if you feel otherwise and know it all better - it's a free world and 
everyone has an opinion! - then I kindly ask you to identify what flight 
you will be on so I will take the next flight, thank you.


73,

Geert Jan PE1HZG
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane

[Edward Mccann]

Skip, 

I tried telling the TSA guy a little box of electronics and such was for my 
hearing aid.
He thought I was spoofing him and called his supervisor when he asked if it 
received Fox News, and I said not in my house. I explained it was the Bluetooth 
gear for broadcasting TV audio into the earpiece. A little demo for the TSA 
folks was cordial but I almost missed the flight.

One step for man, a giant step for mankind.

Ed McCann
AG6CX

> On Jun 27, 2022, at 11:02 AM, Skip Davis via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> Bill I haven’t had any problems with having my KX2 in my carry on bag, even 
> with mic and headset along with other interconnecting wires. On my last trip 
> I got flagged because of all the gear. While explaining to the TSA agent 
> about ham radio I actually powered up the KX2 and showed him how it worked, 
> he thought it was pretty neat. 
> By the way it wasn’t the KX2 they wanted to checkout it was something else. 
> 
> Skip Davis, NC9O
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane

[Skip Davis via Elecraft]

Bill I haven’t had any problems with having my KX2 in my carry on bag, even 
with mic and headset along with other interconnecting wires. On my last trip I 
got flagged because of all the gear. While explaining to the TSA agent about 
ham radio I actually powered up the KX2 and showed him how it worked, he 
thought it was pretty neat. 
By the way it wasn’t the KX2 they wanted to checkout it was something else. 

Skip Davis, NC9O
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane

[Gary K9GS]

Here's the FAA 
link:https://www.faa.gov/hazmat/packsafe/more_info/?hazmat=773,Gary K9GS
 Original message From: Bill Lederer  Date: 
6/24/22  9:00 PM  (GMT-06:00) To: Elecraft Reflector  
Subject: [Elecraft] KX2 on commercial airplane Team:Is it possible to take as 
carryon the KX2 with lithium battery installed?I know it is not allowed in 
non-carryon baggage.-- 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2: Transmit Power 10m Band

[Michael Urspringer]

Hi Reed,

Thanks for the hint with the  Automated Transmit Gain Calibration. This
solved my issue as well!

73, Michael DG3NAB
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2: Transmit Power 10m Band

[Peter Eijlander (PA0PJE)]

Dear Reed,

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Your mails are received as completely blank by all of us as shown below 
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Best 73, Peter - PA0PJE

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 For Sale

[Joe Spencer]

The KX2 is sold

Joe KK5NA


On 4/20/2022 4:38 PM, Joe Spencer wrote:
I'm selling my KX2 serial #00106. It is like new. I've only used it a 
few times on the
table in the back yard and a few times in the shack.  It has KXAT2 
tuner and Owner's Manual



  I did add the following
    Side KX End Panels
    Side KX Cover
    The Elecraft KX2 by Fred Cady

Asking $1050 - including shipping. USA only.

Joe KK5NA

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 WTB(uild) external amplified speaker

[Andrew Moore]

Hi all - thanks for the replies regarding speakers.

I do occasionally check the local thrift shop to see if there are any
electronics on the shelf to take apart for components, and they do
currently have a set of amplified PC speakers for short money. But I got
bit by the homebrewing bug recently so I want to build something from
salvaged components. I think I have everything on hand now to do that.

I mentioned this project to my son a few weeks ago - told him I bought some
cheap amplified speakers at Best Buy then returned them, unopened, because
it occurred to me I'm a ham so I should be able to build my own instead. He
says good idea, that way you'll appreciate them more every time you use
them.

How it took him 5 seconds to realize that, and 30+ years (as a ham) for me,
is beyond me ;)

73,
Andrew NV1B
..

On Thu, Apr 14, 2022 at 7:56 PM Walter Underwood 
wrote:

> This post describes what I put together for my KX3. That specific amp is
> no longer available, but there are similar ones.
>
> https://observer.wunderwood.org/2017/03/04/speakers-for-my-elecraft-kx3/
>
> wunder
> K6WRU
> Walter Underwood
> CM87wj
> http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)
>
> > On Apr 14, 2022, at 4:50 PM, Andrew Moore  wrote:
> >
> > KX2 arrived yesterday after a ~15 week wait, which was pretty much spot
> on
> > with Elecraft's original estimate.
> >
> > One of the best features is, especially for a compact rig with limited
> > dedicated controls, the ability to assign a programmable function button
> to
> > an otherwise buried menu feature. For menu features that are binary
> choices
> > (such as enable/disable CW transmit), not only does the PFn button
> activate
> > the menu item, but it also toggles the parameter and dumps you right back
> > into operating mode. For example, you can toggle between "CW transmit"
> and
> > "CW practice (no transmit)" by pressing only two buttons. No need to go
> > through deep menus. Kudos to KX2 designers for thinking ahead.
> >
> > One of the not so great features is the internal speaker. It's even
> raspier
> > and more distorted than the forward-facing one supplied with the KX3.
> This
> > is to be expected; there are design trade-offs and this rig wasn't
> designed
> > to be a desktop model with high wattage audio output.
> >
> > My typical use case for the KX2 is to listen to it in the background on
> the
> > desktop with good quality speaker audio, and then to switch to
> > headphones/earphones when in QSO.
> >
> > So I'd like to build an audio amplifier to convert the KX2 headphone
> output
> > levels to say 5 watt speaker output (one of the two channels will
> suffice)
> > for listening to relatively undistorted audio in the shack. A good
> starting
> > point is knowing what the output level and impedance is for the
> headphones
> > jack. I measured approx 20 mV P-P (impedance unknown) at an audio output
> > level around "AF 10" according to the KX2 display. Does this sound about
> > right?
> >
> > Bonus points: First QSO with the KX2 was from Maine to Bermuda at 1 watt.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > -Andrew NV1B
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 WTB(uild) external amplified speaker

[Brian Hunt]

I found a pair of amplified speakers at a thrift shop that meet the need pretty 
well. Can’t beat the $6. :-)
73,
Brian, K0DTJ



> On Apr 14, 2022, at 16:52, Andrew Moore  wrote:
> 
> KX2 arrived yesterday after a ~15 week wait, which was pretty much spot on
> with Elecraft's original estimate.
> 
> One of the best features is, especially for a compact rig with limited
> dedicated controls, the ability to assign a programmable function button to
> an otherwise buried menu feature. For menu features that are binary choices
> (such as enable/disable CW transmit), not only does the PFn button activate
> the menu item, but it also toggles the parameter and dumps you right back
> into operating mode. For example, you can toggle between "CW transmit" and
> "CW practice (no transmit)" by pressing only two buttons. No need to go
> through deep menus. Kudos to KX2 designers for thinking ahead.
> 
> One of the not so great features is the internal speaker. It's even raspier
> and more distorted than the forward-facing one supplied with the KX3. This
> is to be expected; there are design trade-offs and this rig wasn't designed
> to be a desktop model with high wattage audio output.
> 
> My typical use case for the KX2 is to listen to it in the background on the
> desktop with good quality speaker audio, and then to switch to
> headphones/earphones when in QSO.
> 
> So I'd like to build an audio amplifier to convert the KX2 headphone output
> levels to say 5 watt speaker output (one of the two channels will suffice)
> for listening to relatively undistorted audio in the shack. A good starting
> point is knowing what the output level and impedance is for the headphones
> jack. I measured approx 20 mV P-P (impedance unknown) at an audio output
> level around "AF 10" according to the KX2 display. Does this sound about
> right?
> 
> Bonus points: First QSO with the KX2 was from Maine to Bermuda at 1 watt.
> 
> Thanks,
> -Andrew NV1B
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 WTB(uild) external amplified speaker

[Walter Underwood]

This post describes what I put together for my KX3. That specific amp is no 
longer available, but there are similar ones.

https://observer.wunderwood.org/2017/03/04/speakers-for-my-elecraft-kx3/

wunder
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> On Apr 14, 2022, at 4:50 PM, Andrew Moore  wrote:
> 
> KX2 arrived yesterday after a ~15 week wait, which was pretty much spot on
> with Elecraft's original estimate.
> 
> One of the best features is, especially for a compact rig with limited
> dedicated controls, the ability to assign a programmable function button to
> an otherwise buried menu feature. For menu features that are binary choices
> (such as enable/disable CW transmit), not only does the PFn button activate
> the menu item, but it also toggles the parameter and dumps you right back
> into operating mode. For example, you can toggle between "CW transmit" and
> "CW practice (no transmit)" by pressing only two buttons. No need to go
> through deep menus. Kudos to KX2 designers for thinking ahead.
> 
> One of the not so great features is the internal speaker. It's even raspier
> and more distorted than the forward-facing one supplied with the KX3. This
> is to be expected; there are design trade-offs and this rig wasn't designed
> to be a desktop model with high wattage audio output.
> 
> My typical use case for the KX2 is to listen to it in the background on the
> desktop with good quality speaker audio, and then to switch to
> headphones/earphones when in QSO.
> 
> So I'd like to build an audio amplifier to convert the KX2 headphone output
> levels to say 5 watt speaker output (one of the two channels will suffice)
> for listening to relatively undistorted audio in the shack. A good starting
> point is knowing what the output level and impedance is for the headphones
> jack. I measured approx 20 mV P-P (impedance unknown) at an audio output
> level around "AF 10" according to the KX2 display. Does this sound about
> right?
> 
> Bonus points: First QSO with the KX2 was from Maine to Bermuda at 1 watt.
> 
> Thanks,
> -Andrew NV1B
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 mic

[Skip Davis via Elecraft]

Unfortunately Eric the Alex Mic has been discontinued for several years and 
there isn’t any new/old stock around only if one shows up on the used market. 
I’ve been looking and watching out for one for several years now and kicking 
myself for not buying one when they were first offered.

Skip Davis, NC9O 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 mic

[Eric Norris]

I really like the AlexMic--a speaker mic for the KX2/KX3 with lots of RX
audio.  Rechargeable battery.

73 Eric WD6DBM

On Fri, Feb 18, 2022, 9:26 AM James Cizek  wrote:

> Mike, you confirmed what I had been wondering about.. and it sounds like
> the radio will ship without the mic which is just awesome to hear!
>
> Thanks for the info. Glad to hear things are still rolling out the door at
> whatever pace they can get the parts in.
>
> Have a great weekend all, and GL in WPX if you are participating!
> 73
> James
> KI0KN
>
> On Thu, Feb 17, 2022 at 6:22 PM Mike Smith VE9AA 
> wrote:
>
> > I got my shack-in-a-box KX2 last month (I did wait 8 or 9 weeks or
> > something.) No complaints..I knew there'd be a wait, but it shipped
> without
> > the microphone. (unbeknownst to me at the time)
> >
> >
> >
> > I've been told I'll get it when they get them.  I know the webpage
> > currently
> > says:
> >
> >
> > MH3, Hand Mic for KX2/KX3
> >
> > Back ordered. ESD TBD
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > so I don't think that's what's holding up your order.
> >
> >
> >
> > Good luck !
> >
> >
> >
> > Mike VE9AA K1, KX2, KX3, K3 (2)
> >
> >
> >
> > Collect the whole set !
> >
> >
> >
> > Mike, Coreen & Corey
> >
> > Keswick Ridge, NB
> >
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Gary Slagel via Elecraft]

I have trouble with the KX2 keyer malfunctioning when I'm operating with the 
radio sitting outside in direct sunlight.  It happens after 20 or 30 minutes of 
steady contest style QSO's on SOTA activations.  I haven't spent any time 
troubleshooting other then trying to keep it shaded with whatever is handy to 
droop over it.  
I wonder if the Pro Audio Engineering Kx22 Heatsink kit would help with that 
issue?
Gary KT0A
  

On Sunday, August 22, 2021, 12:18:20 AM MDT, Howard Hoyt  
wrote:  
 
 Hi Gary,

We have been manufacturing the Pro Audio Engineering Kx22 Heatsink kit 
since 2016:

https://proaudioeng.com/pae-kx22-heatsink-elecraft-kx2/ 


The Kx22 provides 200% or more key-down time in transmit and there is 
more data on the website.  The good news is the do not impact the size 
of the rig at all.  By this I mean we engineered them to only have fins 
which protrude only as far as the BNC connector on the right panel where 
the PA FETs are attached.  Any case the KX2 fit in before it will still 
fit once the Kx22 is attached.

We have several distributors around the world which sell them including 
GEMS in the USA, Lutz Electronics in Switzerland and others.

Cheers & 73,
Howie / WA4PSC
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Howard Hoyt]

Hi Gary,

We have been manufacturing the Pro Audio Engineering Kx22 Heatsink kit 
since 2016:


https://proaudioeng.com/pae-kx22-heatsink-elecraft-kx2/ 



The Kx22 provides 200% or more key-down time in transmit and there is 
more data on the website.  The good news is the do not impact the size 
of the rig at all.  By this I mean we engineered them to only have fins 
which protrude only as far as the BNC connector on the right panel where 
the PA FETs are attached.  Any case the KX2 fit in before it will still 
fit once the Kx22 is attached.


We have several distributors around the world which sell them including 
GEMS in the USA, Lutz Electronics in Switzerland and others.


Cheers & 73,
Howie / WA4PSC
proaudioeng.com

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Walter Underwood]

I expect he meant “existed for the KX2/KX3”.

The Heathkit SB-230 is conduction-cooled with a beryllium oxide thermal link to 
conduct heat away from the anode to the heat sink.

wunder
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> On Aug 21, 2021, at 8:04 PM, Jim Brown  wrote:
> 
> On 8/21/2021 7:48 PM, Gary Memory wrote:
>> I had no idea heat sinks existed.
> 
> Heat sinks have been widely used since the introduction of semi-conductors in 
> the '50s. I don't know, but I suspect that they were used with high power 
> tube gear. They are discussed in Chapter 4.11 of the ARRL Handbook.
> 
> 73, Jim K9YC

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Gary Memory]

I guess I misspoke.  I have boxes and boxes of "heat sinks" that I've
collected thru the years.  I use them all the time.  I'm constantly looking
on eBay for a size or two, for a given project, almost on a monthly basis.

I had no idea that after-market heat sinks existed specifically for the
KX2.  And they look very nice as well!  But again, I've never thought to
look until I saw this thread.

My sincere apologies.

Gary, N7BRJ


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> On 8/21/2021 7:48 PM, Gary Memory wrote:
> > I had no idea heat sinks existed.
>
> Heat sinks have been widely used since the introduction of
> semi-conductors in the '50s. I don't know, but I suspect that they were
> used with high power tube gear. They are discussed in Chapter 4.11 of
> the ARRL Handbook.
>
> 73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Jim Brown]

On 8/21/2021 7:48 PM, Gary Memory wrote:

I had no idea heat sinks existed.


Heat sinks have been widely used since the introduction of 
semi-conductors in the '50s. I don't know, but I suspect that they were 
used with high power tube gear. They are discussed in Chapter 4.11 of 
the ARRL Handbook.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Gary Memory]

I had no idea heat sinks existed.  But, I've never looked, I suppose.
Looks like a good idea, but I'm guessing the radio will no longer fit in
its case.  I ordered a set of heat sinks to try 'em out.

My process to deal with the heat is perty much what Brian said.

Thanks for the thread!  I learn, I win.

Gary, N7BRJ


On Sat, Aug 21, 2021 at 8:23 PM Brian Hunt  wrote:

> I believe the trip temp. is 60c. The rate you get there, of course,
> depends a lot on power setting, mode and ambient temperature. I’ve found at
> normal shack ambient I can cycle FT8 pretty quickly at 7 watts. But I
> always monitor PA TEMP and back it down if necessary. At the beach with a
> 55f breeze - no problem 
>
> It’s a great little rig. Have fun!
>
> 73,
> Brian, K0DTJ
>
> > On Aug 21, 2021, at 09:12, Bill Lederer  wrote:
> >
> > Team:
> >
> > I discovered that the KX2 will trip out if its temperature gets too high.
> > Clearly, this is a good thing. I am considering getting the heat sinks
> for
> > the side. I now run with the temperature displayed.
> >
> > My question in relation to this is: is there a fixed temperature that it
> > will trip out at? Alternatively, what is a  good threshold to observe to
> > avoid over-temperature  operation? The manual does not seem to be very
> > specific.
> >
> > Thanks for a great radio (I have it in my office  upstairs with a wire
> to a
> > tree, and get on the air between meetings.) and for a great forum.
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

[Brian Hunt]

I believe the trip temp. is 60c. The rate you get there, of course, depends a 
lot on power setting, mode and ambient temperature. I’ve found at normal shack 
ambient I can cycle FT8 pretty quickly at 7 watts. But I always monitor PA TEMP 
and back it down if necessary. At the beach with a 55f breeze - no problem  

It’s a great little rig. Have fun!

73,
Brian, K0DTJ

> On Aug 21, 2021, at 09:12, Bill Lederer  wrote:
> 
> Team:
> 
> I discovered that the KX2 will trip out if its temperature gets too high.
> Clearly, this is a good thing. I am considering getting the heat sinks for
> the side. I now run with the temperature displayed.
> 
> My question in relation to this is: is there a fixed temperature that it
> will trip out at? Alternatively, what is a  good threshold to observe to
> avoid over-temperature  operation? The manual does not seem to be very
> specific.
> 
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> tree, and get on the air between meetings.) and for a great forum.
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 not remembering Mic gain setting on ADATA

[Gareth M5KVK]

It appears the problem is more deep-seated.

I’m away /P right now and decided to do some FT8 using a Raspberry Pi. I set up 
the Tx drive (seemingly) OK, by pressing Tune on WSJT-X and adjusting Tx level 
and Mic gain to get the right amount of ALC.
However, when I then try to Tx again, TX LED lights but there is no drive. A 
Very slight nudge of the MIC gain causes 5-bars on the display, but next time I 
Tx it’s back to no drive.

Has anybody else experienced this?

Gareth

From: Gareth M5KVK 
Date: Saturday, 10 July 2021 at 14:53
To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" 
Subject: Trouble using MH3 microphone with KX2

Hi all
I’ve typically been using my MH3 with a KX3 for /P operating from my campervan. 
This last week I’ve been doing some SOTA activations, so I’ve been using my KX2 
instead.

I noticed a couple of issues when setting the Mic gain.

I followed the advised procedure and reduced PWR=0, TX CMP=0, squeezed the PTT 
and spoke normally into the MH3. I found that there was no indication at all on 
the ALC meter until at about MIC=65, ALC jumped to 6-7. Mic bias is on.

I also noticed on a few occasions that when operating, pressing PTT had no 
effect until I slightly increased the MIC gain.

The MH3 works fine on my KX3, so I’m assuming the MH3 is OK, but I can’t figure 
where the problem lies.

73

Gareth – M5KVK
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 to a handlebar mount

[Julia Tuttle]

(Mike sent me some pictures off-list; the cross-section of the bar is
roughly elliptical, maybe 2-3x taller than it is wide.)

It looks like a strap mount might work. I've got a cheap one for a speaker
on my bike, but if you're going the RAM route, something like this might
work:

https://www.rammount.com/part/RAP-SB-187U

or if you want something a little beefier:

https://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-108BU

73,

Julie





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> I'm trying to find a "handlebar mount" to mount a KX2 on my Segway Ninebot
> S MAX. The "handlebar" on the S Max is not a straight bar, but a round
> donut type of handle. All of the Cell phone handlebar mounts will not work
> with the KX2. Any one with any ideas out there? Thanks, Mike n6zw
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 to a handlebar mount

[Barry Baines via Elecraft]

Mike:

> On Jun 30, 2021, at 1:32 AM, MIKE ZANE  wrote:
> 
> I'm trying to find a "handlebar mount" to mount a KX2 on my Segway Ninebot S 
> MAX. The "handlebar" on the S Max is not a straight bar, but a round donut 
> type of handle. All of the Cell phone handlebar mounts will not work with the 
> KX2. Any one with any ideas out there? Thanks, Mike

Take a look at Lido Mounts (www.lidomounts.com ) 
that offers a bicycle mounting bracket that one can then attach various 
mounting points for different items such as HTs and front panels of various 
radios.  See if the panel they offer will for the KX3 will work with the KX2.  

I have a Segway I2 which has their mounting piece for a bicycle that I’ve 
attached their mount to hold a HT using the belt clip.  So the question is 
whether you can ‘mix and match’ to get what you need.  There is a mounting 
package for the KX3, but it includes hardware for mounting the assembly in a 
vehicle, not a bicycle.  You can call them at 949-690-5616 to discuss your 
needs.  They’re on the West Coast so take that into account when calling them 
if you’re not on the West Coast yourself.

Hope this helps,

Barry Baines, WD4ASW/1
(Currently in Roslindale, MA)


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 to a handlebar mount

[Thorsten Fricke]

Hi Mike,

Am 30.06.21 um 07:32 schrieb MIKE ZANE:

I'm trying to find a "handlebar mount" to mount a KX2 on my Segway Ninebot S MAX. The 
"handlebar" on the S Max is not a straight bar, but a round donut type of handle. All of 
the Cell phone handlebar mounts will not work with the KX2. Any one with any ideas out there? 
Thanks, Mike n6zw


Would the Side KX KX2-Mount
(https://gemsproducts.com/product/kx2-mount/)be a solution?
You can add i.e. any RAM Mount parts to fit it to whatever you want.

Hope this helps
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 to a handlebar mount

[Julia Tuttle]

Do you have a photo or cross section of the bar?

On Wed, Jun 30, 2021, 01:32 MIKE ZANE  wrote:

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> S MAX. The "handlebar" on the S Max is not a straight bar, but a round
> donut type of handle. All of the Cell phone handlebar mounts will not work
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Questions

[Gary Memory]

Resendingsent to Walter only by mistake.

On Tue, Apr 13, 2021 at 13:36 Gary Memory  wrote:

> I’ve had my KX2 for a couple years now.  Have taken it with me on dozes of
> trips and hikes.  Done FD with it (to be sure, I didn’t place or win
> anything...by far!).  I use several different external battery packs
> depending on where and what I am doing.  I also keep a charged Elecraft
> battery pack internally.
>
> I’ve always been curious what my battery draw is. This query caused me to
> test it.  Setup:  Internal battery removed.  Antenna is a 1 foot BNC jumper
> into a bird, 25 W slug, bird dummy load on the other side.  External
> battery, Zippy Compact 8400 LiFe, fully charged.  Power connections Johnson
> PP, including a inline blade fuse holder, both POS and Gnd fuses.  Fluke
> meter, measured at the inline fuse holder (volts measured from top of
> fuses, and amps measured by removing the POS fuse and then inserting meter
> leads into the fuse socket.
>
> Results:
> Receive - 13.1 V, .17 A
> TX (XMT button held down until TX is locked ON then turning the PWR up for
> as much RF as it would produce)  12.9 V, 2.2A, bird showing 8 W
>
> Not scientific.  Test gear is not calibrated, but good enuf for me.  I was
> simply curious and have never taken the time.  In the end, I love this
> radio!  Completely perfect for my wants and needs.
>
> Gary, N7BRJ
>
>
> On Tue, Apr 13, 2021 at 12:21 Walter Underwood 
> wrote:
>
>> From the KX-line brochure, the filter passband is variable from 50 to
>> 4000 Hz. The audio peaking filter goes narrower than that.
>>
>> https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX3/Manuals%20Downloads/kxline-11_16.pdf
>>
>> The specs give a current of 1 to 2 A at 10 W. That varies based on the
>> supply voltage, so you need to pick a voltage to get a good answer for
>> that.
>>
>> wunder
>> K6WRU
>> Walter Underwood
>> CM87wj
>> http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)
>>
>> > On Apr 13, 2021, at 8:03 AM, djchase  wrote:
>> >
>> > I am a long time CW operator, but new to this group.  I am considering
>> purchasing a KX2, but I have been unable to find answers to these two
>> questions:1.  What is the approximate current draw for the KX2 on transmit
>> at 5 watts CW?2.  What is the narrowest receiver filter width on CW? Many
>> thanks in advance for any help with these questions.73 es 72,DaveK8RXB Sent
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Questions

[Walter Underwood]

>From the KX-line brochure, the filter passband is variable from 50 to 4000 Hz. 
>The audio peaking filter goes narrower than that.

https://ftp.elecraft.com/KX3/Manuals%20Downloads/kxline-11_16.pdf

The specs give a current of 1 to 2 A at 10 W. That varies based on the supply 
voltage, so you need to pick a voltage to get a good answer for that. 

wunder
K6WRU
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> On Apr 13, 2021, at 8:03 AM, djchase  wrote:
> 
> I am a long time CW operator, but new to this group.  I am considering 
> purchasing a KX2, but I have been unable to find answers to these two 
> questions:1.  What is the approximate current draw for the KX2 on transmit at 
> 5 watts CW?2.  What is the narrowest receiver filter width on CW? Many thanks 
> in advance for any help with these questions.73 es 72,DaveK8RXB Sent from my 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Questions

[Wayne Burdick]

Hi Dave,

> On Apr 13, 2021, at 8:03 AM, djchase  wrote:
> 
> I am a long time CW operator, but new to this group.  I am considering 
> purchasing a KX2, but I have been unable to find answers to these two 
> questions:1.  What is the approximate current draw for the KX2 on transmit at 
> 5 watts CW?

Typically 1.2 to 1.5 amps, varying somewhat with supply voltage and load 
impedance.

 
> 2.  What is the narrowest receiver filter width on CW?

50 Hz primary audio filter, 30 Hz audio-peaking filter (APF). These can be 
controlled independently. The bandpass can be widened up to about 4 kHz, as 
well as shifted. The KX2 also has DSP-based noise blanking, auto-notch, and 
noise reduction.

73,
Wayne
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Questions

[Bill Lederer]

I have the kx2 and absolutely love it.

1.  What is the approximate current draw for the KX2 on transmit at 5 watts
CW?2.

At 10 watts, it is 1.87 amps. At 5 watts, it is 1.49 amps. Receive is about
0.15 amps.



2. What is the narrowest receiver filter width on CW?

It goes down to 0.05 kHz.



On Tue, Apr 13, 2021 at 10:33 AM Bob Liesen  wrote:

> Hi Dave,
>   I don't have those numbers in front of me, but wanted to offer that I
> have a KX2 and love it.  The learning curve for me was pretty steep in
> terms of the menus etc, but YMMV.  I run almost exclusively CW, and find it
> performs very well in that mode.   I would strongly recommend the book that
> Elecraft offers for this rig, as it is much more detailed than the basic
> user manual.
>
> 72 es stay well!
> Bob  WB0POQ
>
> On Tue, Apr 13, 2021 at 10:10 AM djchase  wrote:
>
> > I am a long time CW operator, but new to this group.  I am considering
> > purchasing a KX2, but I have been unable to find answers to these two
> > questions:1.  What is the approximate current draw for the KX2 on
> transmit
> > at 5 watts CW?2.  What is the narrowest receiver filter width on CW? Many
> > thanks in advance for any help with these questions.73 es 72,DaveK8RXB
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Questions

[Bob Liesen]

Hi Dave,
  I don't have those numbers in front of me, but wanted to offer that I
have a KX2 and love it.  The learning curve for me was pretty steep in
terms of the menus etc, but YMMV.  I run almost exclusively CW, and find it
performs very well in that mode.   I would strongly recommend the book that
Elecraft offers for this rig, as it is much more detailed than the basic
user manual.

72 es stay well!
Bob  WB0POQ

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> I am a long time CW operator, but new to this group.  I am considering
> purchasing a KX2, but I have been unable to find answers to these two
> questions:1.  What is the approximate current draw for the KX2 on transmit
> at 5 watts CW?2.  What is the narrowest receiver filter width on CW? Many
> thanks in advance for any help with these questions.73 es 72,DaveK8RXB Sent
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2/KX3 Heatsinks

[Julia Tuttle]

I have one of these and I love it -- I don't have to think twice about
running 15 W on FT8 or JS8Call.

(I also like their power supply -- I don't (yet) need the amperage the
SS-30DV can put out, it's a lot easier to drag to my girlfriend's house,
and it hasn't caused any RFI issues )

73,

Julie


On Fri, Mar 26, 2021, 16:54 Howard Hoyt  wrote:

> Hi all,
> A member of the Elecraft-KX list suggested I should cross-post this
> here, so:
>
> Spring has arrived with summer heat coming soon, and having your rig
> reduce power during a QSO is not fun.  We want to help every KX2 and KX3
> owner keep their rigs cool, so we are having a Spring Heatsink Sale.  In
> addition the Kx32 in conjunction with the GEMS cover makes the rig near
> indestructable!  From now until the end of April the model Kx32 Ultimate
> Heatsink for the Elecraft™ KX3 and the Kx22 Heatsink for the Elecraft™
> KX2 will be on sale at 10% off.  Just enter HSS21 in the Coupon Code box
> at checkout.  See more detailed information at:
> https://proaudioeng.com/elecraft-heatsinks/
>
> Cheers & 73,
> Howie / WA4PSC
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 tx low power on 80M SSB

[Nate Jedinak]

Elecraft indicated this behavior pointed to a failure in the output block. 
Since Elecraft has mine now for repair of this issue, we will get a definitive 
answer as to whether this is firmware or hardware. 

—Nate

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> On Mar 22, 2021, at 12:02 AM, Reed Fite  wrote:
> 
> Dave, mine does the same thing on 10 meters. Wondering if a firmware change 
> might fix it. Press Tune for a second & the problem goes away. The KX3 
> doesn't have this problem. 
> 73,Reed  W4JZ
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 tx low power on 80M SSB

[Nate Jedinak]

Great to hear, Dave!  

I’ll be posting the outcome of my KX2’s trip back to elecraft, so watch the 
reflector if you’re interested in following along.  As of now no ETA from 
elecraft, it’s been there about 2 weeks so far. 

Nate W1NAT

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> On Mar 21, 2021, at 8:05 PM, Dave Jones  wrote:
> 
> Thank you to Nate W1NAT and Reed W4JZ for your quick responses to my post. I 
> have carried out the TX gain calibration as you have both suggested and that 
> has fixed the problem. I now have the correct power output on all bands from 
> 80 through to 12M. 10M is still a little low initially (about 4W) but the 
> power comes up with brief CW carrier or just as I talk on SSB to 10W. I can 
> live with that as I don't use 10M very often.
> 
> Thanks Dave VK4FD
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 tx low power on 80M SSB

[Dave Jones]

Thank you to Nate W1NAT and Reed W4JZ for your quick responses to my post. I 
have carried out the TX gain calibration as you have both suggested and that has 
fixed the problem. I now have the correct power output on all bands from 80 
through to 12M. 10M is still a little low initially (about 4W) but the power 
comes up with brief CW carrier or just as I talk on SSB to 10W. I can live with 
that as I don't use 10M very often.


Thanks Dave VK4FD

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 tx low power on 80M SSB

[Nate Jedinak]

Dave,

I have that exact problem with my KX2 on 10m.  See my recent thread here: 
https://www.mail-archive.com/elecraft@mailman.qth.net/msg247537.html

Elecraft support said that situation is indicative of a failure in the output 
stage, and my KX2 is currently back at elecraft for repair. I sent it back in 
early March.  I will update my reflector thread with the outcome of the repair, 
so watch this list for details. 

I never use 80 on that radio, so I’m not sure if the issue existed there, 
unfortunately. 

Nate W1NAT

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> On Mar 20, 2021, at 6:10 AM, Dave Jones  wrote:
> 
> Hello all I wonder if anyone has come across this problem that I have with 
> my KX2. After initial turn on or after changing bands to 80M the tx power 
> output is 2W if the power setting is 10W or above. If I keep talking into the 
> mic (MH3) and pressing and releasing the PTT then the power will gradually 
> increase to the correct level. If the power is set to any thing below 10W 
> then the power output level is correct.
> 
> The CW power output on CW is not affected at all and if I enable the CW on 
> SSB feature not only does that give the correct carrier power output but the 
> SSB power level is also correct after a brief press on the key. Once this has 
> been done the power output is correct until the radio is turned off and then 
> back on or the band is changed to another band and then back to 80M.
> 
> 80M is the only band affected, all other bands give the correct output. 
> Hopefully someone is able to help me with this problem.
> 
> Thank you Dave VK4FD
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

[Tim Tucker]

Mine does that too.  What works for me is to tweak the mic gain up and then
back to the same level and it starts working normally.  Seems to me like
there is a firmware bug with the radio that hasn't been figured out and
addressed yet.

Tim

On Sun, Feb 28, 2021 at 6:08 PM Brian Hunt  wrote:

> Nate,
> A couple more questions:
>
> Does the KX2 do the same thing on CW?
>
> Did Elecraft say anything about doing a TX gain calibration?  This can be
> done with the KX2 utility although I haven’t done it on mine, just on my
> K3. It sets the per-band gain coefficients  Be sure to save the current
> CONFIG file so you can restore it if needed. You will need a good dummy
> load an a stable power source. The procedure is on p. 38 of the Rev A5
> Manual.
>
> Good luck,
> 73,
> Brian, K0DTJ
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

[Nate Jedinak]

Unfortunately, this did not fix my particular KX2.  TX Gain calibration was 
completed successfully, but the same issue persists.

I also did the TX bias calibration, and noted that bis on Q6 took ~45 seconds 
to complete, vs the 3-10 the manual suggested.  Q7 was fast.  Q6 wavered a lot 
between .3-.7v.  I suspect this suggests the problem is perhaps indeed 
hardware-related.

Thank you to everyone on the list who responded with ideas to check.  I’ll get 
this one packed up and sent back to Elecraft.

—Nate KE8QID

> On Mar 1, 2021, at 10:09 AM, Reed Fite  wrote:
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> Mine did the same thing. Did the TX gain calibration & that fixed it.
> 73,Reed  W4JZ
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

[Brian Hunt]

Nate,
A couple more questions:

Does the KX2 do the same thing on CW?

Did Elecraft say anything about doing a TX gain calibration?  This can be done 
with the KX2 utility although I haven’t done it on mine, just on my K3. It sets 
the per-band gain coefficients  Be sure to save the current CONFIG file so you 
can restore it if needed. You will need a good dummy load an a stable power 
source. The procedure is on p. 38 of the Rev A5 Manual. 

Good luck,
73,
Brian, K0DTJ
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and WKmini

[Bill Lederer]

So is it  true that the WKmini doesn't remember anything upon disconnecting?

w8lvn

On Sat, Feb 27, 2021 at 8:01 PM Julia Tuttle  wrote:

> I don't think so -- you'd need an adapter that just doesn't connect that
> pin.
>
> On Sat, Feb 27, 2021, 20:19 Bill Lederer  wrote:
>
>> Folks:
>>
>> I recently bought a WKmini to use for portable operation. In reading the
>> documentation, it turns out that the cable supplied that goes from the OUT
>> port of the WKmini to the key jack on the KX2 keys the tip with the code,
>> but use the ring to do a PTT function. I'm fine with QSL on the KX2, so I
>> don't need this. And in fact, the KX2 will key when either the ti or ring
>> is  engaged by the WKmini.
>>
>> Experimenting with the MacWinKeyer.app, there is a selection to turn off
>> the PTT function, and that works nicely.  I had hoped that exting the
>> program would leave that setting in the "no PTT" mode, but it is not to
>> be.
>>
>> So is there a  way that the KX2 can be convinced to only pay attention to
>> the tip when the mode is set to "Hand" and not the ring?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> w8lvn
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

[Nate Jedinak]

I have replicated this behavior both with the internal as well as the MH3 
external mic. Of course set at different mic gain levels, always per the manual 
which as you said suggests 5 bars of ALC.  I have tried lower and higher mic 
gain settings just for fun, with the same results. 

I don’t think this is an mic gain issue, as it does happen on any other band 
I’ve used (80, 40, 20) and only on 10m. I made a video showing the behavior 
here, let me know what you think: https://youtu.be/7wWd6vRYSxo

I have had great QSOs on 40 and 20 so far, and feedback that my audio is 
extremely low on 10 until it “warms up” and then reports there are excellent, 
also. I usually talk on 10m for 45-60 minutes every weekend morning and it 
performs well once it’s up to power. 

Nate KE8QID 

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> On Feb 28, 2021, at 11:01 AM, Brian Hunt  wrote:
> 
> The KX2 uses a control loop to set power. Make sure you have sufficient 
> audio drive to energize the loop. Using the ALC display set the MIC GAIN so 
> you have 5-7 bars on voice peaks, per the manual. 
> 
> What MIC are you using? Have you tried the internal MIC?
> 
> GL & 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

[Brian Hunt]

The KX2 uses a control loop to set power. Make sure you have sufficient audio 
drive to energize the loop. Using the ALC display set the MIC GAIN so you have 
5-7 bars on voice peaks, per the manual. 

What MIC are you using? Have you tried the internal MIC?

GL & 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

[Paul GACEK via Elecraft]

I have that problem to.

My solution is to wind the power back from 10w to anything less and then back 
to 10w.

Paul
W6PNG/M0SNA 
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> On Feb 28, 2021, at 5:52 AM, Nate Jedinak  wrote:
> 
> Hello!  I recently purchased a KX2 (#757) from a friendly member of this 
> list. 
> 
> I have a local 10m meetup I attend frequently, and I noticed a strange 
> behavior that I'm now able to replicate.  When I first switch to 10m, I have 
> extremely low output power (one bar on the RF meter), even when set to 10w.  
> I have to keep transmitting for 30-60 seconds, and if I do, the output power 
> starts to work its way up to the full 10w.  As you talk, you'll see 2 bars, 
> 3, then 5, etc eventually to the full 10w.  If I switch back to another band 
> and back immediately, it will display the same behavior (start on one bar and 
> then climb slowly), but if I stay on 10m it will continue at full output for 
> the QSO.  I isolated this problem this morning and can now replicate at will. 
>  It's not just a display issue, my local meetup actually noticed it in audio 
> (I start off in the noise, and come out to normal over time).   
> 
> I mailed Elecraft, and they suggested it was a hardware failure in the final 
> stage. Before I return the radio for service, has anyone experienced this 
> issue previously and found it to be a configuration issue that didn’t need 
> hardware repair?
> 
> Thank you in advance!  Other than this issue, I absolutely love the KX2. It 
> took me 3 small HF rigs to land on it, but it suits my needs perfectly. 
> 
> —Nate KE8QID 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and WKmini

[Julia Tuttle]

I don't think so -- you'd need an adapter that just doesn't connect that
pin.

On Sat, Feb 27, 2021, 20:19 Bill Lederer  wrote:

> Folks:
>
> I recently bought a WKmini to use for portable operation. In reading the
> documentation, it turns out that the cable supplied that goes from the OUT
> port of the WKmini to the key jack on the KX2 keys the tip with the code,
> but use the ring to do a PTT function. I'm fine with QSL on the KX2, so I
> don't need this. And in fact, the KX2 will key when either the ti or ring
> is  engaged by the WKmini.
>
> Experimenting with the MacWinKeyer.app, there is a selection to turn off
> the PTT function, and that works nicely.  I had hoped that exting the
> program would leave that setting in the "no PTT" mode, but it is not to be.
>
> So is there a  way that the KX2 can be convinced to only pay attention to
> the tip when the mode is set to "Hand" and not the ring?
>
> Thanks,
> w8lvn
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and Accessories

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Sold

> On Jan 26, 2021, at 10:04 AM PST, d...@dougfredericks.net wrote:
> 
> Hi, looking to sell my KX2 setup to fund a KXPA100+KXAT100.
> 
> Includes "Shack in a Box" + the KXPD2 paddle + the KXUSB cable. Basically 
> fully loaded. I'm keeping the logo hat :)
> 
> Bought in August 2020. Serial #03834. Lightly used. No dings or scratches.
> 
> KX2 80-10 M SSB/CW/DATA Transceiver
> KXAT2 Internal, Wide-Range 20-W Antenna Tuner
> KXIO2 Real-Time Clock
> KXBT2 Lithium-ion Battery Pack, 11V, 2.6Ah
> KXBC2 External Lithium-ion Fast Charger for KXBT2
> KX2GNDPLUG Quick Release Ground Plug
> MH3 Hand Microphone with Up/Dn Buttons
> ES60 Compact Padded Carrying Case (Larger)
> Elecraft KX2 Book by Fred Cady
> +
> KXPD2 paddle 
> KXUSB cable
> 
> Cost $1486 new. Will take $1200 by PayPal, certified US Bank check or bank 
> money order.
> 
> Or if you happen to have a new in box KXPA100+KXAT100 for trade...
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

[James Bennett via Elecraft]

The Ami-4170C has been sold.

Still remaining is the KX2 package.

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

[john]

There is also no reason to exclude AS (American Samoa), GU (Guam), MP  
(Northern Mariana Islands), PR (Puerto Rico) or VI (Virgin Islands)  
from your domestic USPS shipping list:)


John KK9A  aka WP2AA


James Bennett w6jhb wrote:

Yep, you (and another responder) are correct - my mistake. Anyone from  
the other two states are welcome to purchase. (Please do!!!)



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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

[James Bennett via Elecraft]

Yep, you (and another responder) are correct - my mistake. Anyone from the 
other two states are welcome to purchase. (Please do!!!)

> On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:41 PM, Jay Rutherford  wrote:
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> Hi Jim,
> 
> USPS Priority Mail goes to Alaska and Hawaii just like it does to the lower 
> 48, same price. Why reduce your possible pool of buyers?
> 
> 73
> Jay K3BH
> 
> Jim wrote:
> 
> ...
> 
> ASKING  $850 shipped USPS Priority mail to lower 48.
>> 
> ASKING $100 shipped USPS Priority Mail to lower 48.
> 
> ...
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

[James Bennett via Elecraft]

The W6PQL amp and MFJ wattmeter have been sold.

Still have the KX2, AIM-4170C, and the KX2 heatsink kit available...

> On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:06 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for 
> sale that will help (slightly) lighten the load of packing and moving:
> 
> KX2 serial #01990 with built-in KXAT2 antenna tuner, Fred Cady KX2 book, and 
> Right-angle BNC connector. The KX2 and tuner work perfectly - no scratches or 
> dents. Has never been used on any digital modes (other than CW!) and has 
> never been driven really hard. Book is in brand-new condition. Cost new would 
> run you $1,080 plus tax & shipping.  ASKING $850 shipped USPS Priority mail 
> to lower 48.
> 
> Pro Audio Engineering PAE-KX22 Heatsink, Left Plate, and Plexiglass cover for 
> KX2. Still in shipping box, never out of the packaging. With PAE installation 
> and owner's manual. Cost new will run you $130 plus shipping. ASKING $100 
> shipped USPS Priority Mail to lower 48.
> 
> Elecraft W1 Wattmeter - built. Assembled by me - works fine, however the 
> green and yellow LEDs were reversed when I built it. D’oohhh. Doesn’t affect 
> the operation, I just didn’t want to bother unsoldering the LEDs and re-doing 
> them! Cost new (as a kit) will run you $130 plus tax & shipping.  ASKING $70 
> shipped USPS Priority Mail to lower 48.
> 
> W6PQL 2 meter/80 watt amp and MFJ-873 VHF/UHF power/SWR meter. Built per the 
> May 2013 QST article, has been my 2 meter amp driven by my K3. Works fine. 
> Will be accompanied by the QST article pages. I made a small user-mod to the 
> MFJ-873 - added an on/off switch on the back of the unit so the internal 
> meter lamp can be turned off if desired. ASKING $100 shipped USPS Priority 
> Mail to the lower 48.
> 
> Array Solutions AIM-4170C VNA. Covers 100KHz - 170 MHz. Includes the VNA, 
> 110v power adapter, 12v Power Pole cable, Serial - USB cable, Array Solutions 
> short/open/50-ohm precision loads, and the original hard plastic carry case. 
> This is a great VNA for anyone doing antenna work - simple setup to your 
> Windows-based PC. Just connect power and the cable to a USB port on your 
> computer. Free, very comprehensive software at ArraySolutions.com 
> . This unit has been superseded by the AIM-4300 
> which currently sells for $880. I’m ASKING $250 for the 4170C package shipped 
> USPS Priority Mail to the lower 48.
> 
> I can accept PayPal to my call @ arrl.net, cash, or cleared check.
> 
> Please contact me off-list if you have questions or are interested.
> 
> Thanks, Jim / W6JHB
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

[James Bennett via Elecraft]

The W1 has been sold.

> On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:06 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for 
> sale that will help (slightly) lighten the load of packing and moving:
> 
> KX2 serial #01990 with built-in KXAT2 antenna tuner, Fred Cady KX2 book, and 
> Right-angle BNC connector. The KX2 and tuner work perfectly - no scratches or 
> dents. Has never been used on any digital modes (other than CW!) and has 
> never been driven really hard. Book is in brand-new condition. Cost new would 
> run you $1,080 plus tax & shipping.  ASKING $850 shipped USPS Priority mail 
> to lower 48.
> 
> Pro Audio Engineering PAE-KX22 Heatsink, Left Plate, and Plexiglass cover for 
> KX2. Still in shipping box, never out of the packaging. With PAE installation 
> and owner's manual. Cost new will run you $130 plus shipping. ASKING $100 
> shipped USPS Priority Mail to lower 48.
> 
> Elecraft W1 Wattmeter - built. Assembled by me - works fine, however the 
> green and yellow LEDs were reversed when I built it. D’oohhh. Doesn’t affect 
> the operation, I just didn’t want to bother unsoldering the LEDs and re-doing 
> them! Cost new (as a kit) will run you $130 plus tax & shipping.  ASKING $70 
> shipped USPS Priority Mail to lower 48.
> 
> W6PQL 2 meter/80 watt amp and MFJ-873 VHF/UHF power/SWR meter. Built per the 
> May 2013 QST article, has been my 2 meter amp driven by my K3. Works fine. 
> Will be accompanied by the QST article pages. I made a small user-mod to the 
> MFJ-873 - added an on/off switch on the back of the unit so the internal 
> meter lamp can be turned off if desired. ASKING $100 shipped USPS Priority 
> Mail to the lower 48.
> 
> Array Solutions AIM-4170C VNA. Covers 100KHz - 170 MHz. Includes the VNA, 
> 110v power adapter, 12v Power Pole cable, Serial - USB cable, Array Solutions 
> short/open/50-ohm precision loads, and the original hard plastic carry case. 
> This is a great VNA for anyone doing antenna work - simple setup to your 
> Windows-based PC. Just connect power and the cable to a USB port on your 
> computer. Free, very comprehensive software at ArraySolutions.com 
> . This unit has been superseded by the AIM-4300 
> which currently sells for $880. I’m ASKING $250 for the 4170C package shipped 
> USPS Priority Mail to the lower 48.
> 
> I can accept PayPal to my call @ arrl.net, cash, or cleared check.
> 
> Please contact me off-list if you have questions or are interested.
> 
> Thanks, Jim / W6JHB
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and Icom LC-192 Backpack?

[MaverickNH]

Good point! I'll have a look at one and see if ICOM had good advice from
SOTA'ers and a good pack partner to assemble such a beast.

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and Icom LC-192 Backpack?

[Paul GACEK via Elecraft]

Bret

I haven’t but you might find answers to this question on the SOTA reflector 
(https://reflector.sota.org.uk ) as a few SOTA 
folk have the radio/pack and have posted on it.

FWIW, I've done 100s of SOTA activations and packs are a very personal choice 
and I tend to think that companies that make a living from packs know what they 
are doing and can design a pack that distributes weight etc. Not sure ICOM 
falls in that category.

Paul
W6PNG/M0SNA
www.nomadic.blog 
 

> On Jan 18, 2021, at 7:04 AM, MaverickNH  wrote:
> 
> Has anyone looked at the ICOM LC-192 backpack for compatibility with the KX2?
> The KX2 is smaller than the IC-705. It seems, with the extra space, cable
> routing could work even if connectors are in different locations.
> 
> Bret/N4SRN
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

[Len Worcester]

Look at page 50 in the manual. It is explained under SW TONE as to how to
configure the audible feedback tones.
73 - Len, AD5YW
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

[John W2XS]

It was a feature added in by firmware upgrade 2.61. The older manuals may not
show this but the newer ones do. I keep a copy of the firmware upgrade list
handy. 73, John W2XS

KX2 MCU 2.61 / DSP 1.46, 5-31-2016

* AUDIO-CW USER INTERFACE IMPROVEMENTS:  The KX2 can emit CW characters when
switches are pressed and knobs are turned, etc. For details, see the
document, “Elecraft KX2 Physical Description and Audio-CW User Interface.”
Audio-CW tones can be enabled in the menu (see MENU:SW TONE), or on
power-up, by holding APF along with RATE and A/B. Release RATE and A/B
first, then release APF. This sets the speed to 20 WPM. The menu entry
provides more speed selections. 




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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

[Grant Youngman]

See SW TONE function on page 50 of the manual.

Grant NQ5T

> On Dec 4, 2020, at 4:58 PM, David Little  wrote:
> 
> When I depress any selection on my KX2 - I get CW telling me what selection I 
> pressed. How do I stop or restart this? 
> I can’t kind it in the manual. 
> Dave Little, AF5U

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Rich NE1EE]

Rick,
Thanks for the post. I don't need real time "time" for things these days...if I 
do, I turn to an RTOS...but I am naive in this area.
Since reconfiguring my Windows time specs, including not using the windows.time 
server, I have not seen a time offset exceeding 0.5s...in fact, the highest I 
recall is 0.3s...that is 10X the error you report for Meinberg

I visited the site, and found
https://www.meinbergglobal.com/english/info/ntp.htm
https://www.meinbergglobal.com/english/sw/ntp.htm#ntp_stable

so it appears that there is a software-only solution? I don't need to support 
one more piece of hardware, because my timing needs are not that great now. 
Thanks for the suggestion...I had not heard of Meinberg previously.

~R~
72/73 de Rich NE1EE
The Dusty Key
On the banks of the Piscataqua

On 2020-12-01 16:46:-0800, Rick Bates, NK7I wrote:
>Rich,
>You WANT to change what Windows does because a generation ago, to allow their 
>server software to function, they increased the error gap in the NTP system.�  
>It allows WAY too much drift and they've never cleaned that up (because most 
>users don't care).
>
>I use and suggest Meinberg; which can replace the Windows NTP service.�  It's 
>free and keeps my computers within .03 seconds to standard (on very slow 
>Internet) without requiring high overhead (it just works and well).
>
>73,
>Rick NK7I

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Rick Bates, NK7I]

Rich,

You WANT to change what Windows does because a generation ago, to allow 
their server software to function, they increased the error gap in the 
NTP system.  It allows WAY too much drift and they've never cleaned that 
up (because most users don't care).


I use and suggest Meinberg; which can replace the Windows NTP service.  
It's free and keeps my computers within .03 seconds to standard (on very 
slow Internet) without requiring high overhead (it just works and well).


73,
Rick NK7I


On 12/1/2020 1:09 PM, Rich NE1EE wrote:

On 2020-12-01 12:13:-0800, Jim Brown wrote:

On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote:

What is the sync time tolerance?

1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for ten 
years. Painless to install, runs in the background.
http://www.timesynctool.com/

73, Jim K9YC

I think that I used to use that. It sure looks familiar. But I now use routines 
that are already a part of Windows. I just change the time sync period from the 
default of 1 week to 1 day. It could be set to hourly, and that would keep the 
sync time (theoretically) below 0.5s. Not trying to sell Windows, but don't see 
adding to what is already there.

~R~
72/73 de Rich NE1EE
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Rich NE1EE]

On 2020-12-01 12:13:-0800, Jim Brown wrote:
>On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote:
>>What is the sync time tolerance?
>
>1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for ten 
>years. Painless to install, runs in the background.
> http://www.timesynctool.com/
>
>73, Jim K9YC

I think that I used to use that. It sure looks familiar. But I now use routines 
that are already a part of Windows. I just change the time sync period from the 
default of 1 week to 1 day. It could be set to hourly, and that would keep the 
sync time (theoretically) below 0.5s. Not trying to sell Windows, but don't see 
adding to what is already there.

~R~
72/73 de Rich NE1EE
The Dusty Key
On the banks of the Piscataqua

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Jim Brown]

On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote:

What is the sync time tolerance?


1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for 
ten years. Painless to install, runs in the background.

 http://www.timesynctool.com/

73, Jim K9YC


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Neil Zampella]

The one question I didn't see asked was you have the rig in DATA-A mode,
right?

Neil, KN3ILZ

On 12/1/2020 7:04 AM, Mark Moeller wrote:

I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help.

My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB
Sound Card, Mic & Phone cables. I am receiving FT8 signals fine, but cannot
make contact with anyone else.

Note that I make CW contacts with no issue, so believe my antenna is fine.

There are many FT8 settings to configure, so unsure where the issue is.

Thank you in advance for advice and/or pointing me in the right direction.


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Joe DeVincentis]

Mike, 

Thanks for the kind words.  It is much appreciated.

73,
Joe, KO8V

> On Dec 1, 2020, at 10:08, Mike Morrow  wrote:
> 
> The guidance Joe gives is coherent and complete and a great contribution for 
> interested parties. .
> 
> It takes a lot of work to get a ham radio and a jumble of external gimmicks 
> to do all the work of making ham QSOs...if one very generously credits FT8 as 
> a QSO!  :-)
> 
> Mike / KK5F
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Mike Morrow]

The guidance Joe gives is coherent and complete and a great contribution for 
interested parties. .

It takes a lot of work to get a ham radio and a jumble of external gimmicks to 
do all the work of making ham QSOs...if one very generously credits FT8 as a 
QSO!  :-)

Mike / KK5F

-Original Message-
>From: Joe DeVincentis 
>Sent: Dec 1, 2020 8:11 AM
>
>These are the steps I usually go through:
>
>1.  Ensure PC has an accurate time source.  Verify against something like 
>https://time.gov . If the website updates its seconds at 
>the same time as your system from a visual perspective, then you're close 
>enough.
>
>2.  If you are using an FTDI based USB to serial converter for CAT control, be 
>sure Serial Enumeration in the advanced properties for the COM port is 
>unchecked (it can do weird things to your system).  I also check the box to 
>disable modem control at start up.
>
>2. In the WSJT-X settings ensure that Test CAT and Test PTT work correctly.  
>Be sure that the Test PTT causes the radio to go into TX.  I use either CAT 
>control or H/W control for PTT trigger depending on what I can do with the 
>H/W.  I generally prefer H/W control.  It's faster in the system to flip a 
>bit, then to send a string a bits via the RS232.
>
>3. Setup the Audio in WSJTX to point to the correct devices.
>
>4. In the Windows Sound control panel ensure levels for both Recording and 
>Playback for the device in use for the radio are somewhat reasonable - say 
>75%.  It's just a starting place.  Also be sure the devices are not the 
>defaults - that will prevent sounds being sent to the radio you don't want.  
>Can't tell you how times I hear audio play back of either alerts or some 
>streaming media come through.   All newly plugged in sound devices are 
>automatically made default by Windows.  IMHO, it's a stupid thing for Windows 
>to do and I've never found a setting to prevent that.
>
>5.  Check the receive is reasonable in WSJTX - generally between 40 and 60 on 
>the WSJTX meter.  Play with settings in the sound control panel and/or the 
>radio until things look right.
>
>6. Set the radio for 0 power and hit the tune button in WSJTX.  The radio 
>should go into TX.
>
>7. Using the Sound panel control for the radio playback device, the Pwr slider 
>in WSJTX and/or the radio mic gain, tune until ALC is just starting kick in.  
>On other Elecraft radios, that's usually the 5 ALC bar flickering.  I try not 
>to have any setting at the max.  
>
>If any step is not working, diagnose and fix that step before proceeding.  
>This is what I have found works best for me.  Your mileage my vary.
>
>73,
>Joe, KO8V
>
>> On Dec 1, 2020, at 08:04, Mark Moeller  wrote:
>> 
>> I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help.
>> 
>> My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB
>> Sound Card, Mic & Phone cables. I am receiving FT8 signals fine, but cannot
>> make contact with anyone else.
>> 
>> Note that I make CW contacts with no issue, so believe my antenna is fine.
>> 
>> There are many FT8 settings to configure, so unsure where the issue is.
>> 
>> Thank you in advance for advice and/or pointing me in the right direction.
>> 
>> -- 
>> Mark A. Moeller
>> KA9LWK
>> mark.moell...@gmail.com
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Joe DeVincentis]

These are the steps I usually go through:

1.  Ensure PC has an accurate time source.  Verify against something like 
https://time.gov . If the website updates its seconds at the 
same time as your system from a visual perspective, then you're close enough.

2.  If you are using an FTDI based USB to serial converter for CAT control, be 
sure Serial Enumeration in the advanced properties for the COM port is 
unchecked (it can do weird things to your system).  I also check the box to 
disable modem control at start up.

2. In the WSJT-X settings ensure that Test CAT and Test PTT work correctly.  Be 
sure that the Test PTT causes the radio to go into TX.  I use either CAT 
control or H/W control for PTT trigger depending on what I can do with the H/W. 
 I generally prefer H/W control.  It's faster in the system to flip a bit, then 
to send a string a bits via the RS232.

3. Setup the Audio in WSJTX to point to the correct devices.

4. In the Windows Sound control panel ensure levels for both Recording and 
Playback for the device in use for the radio are somewhat reasonable - say 75%. 
 It's just a starting place.  Also be sure the devices are not the defaults - 
that will prevent sounds being sent to the radio you don't want.  Can't tell 
you how times I hear audio play back of either alerts or some streaming media 
come through.   All newly plugged in sound devices are automatically made 
default by Windows.  IMHO, it's a stupid thing for Windows to do and I've never 
found a setting to prevent that.

5.  Check the receive is reasonable in WSJTX - generally between 40 and 60 on 
the WSJTX meter.  Play with settings in the sound control panel and/or the 
radio until things look right.

6. Set the radio for 0 power and hit the tune button in WSJTX.  The radio 
should go into TX.

7. Using the Sound panel control for the radio playback device, the Pwr slider 
in WSJTX and/or the radio mic gain, tune until ALC is just starting kick in.  
On other Elecraft radios, that's usually the 5 ALC bar flickering.  I try not 
to have any setting at the max.  

If any step is not working, diagnose and fix that step before proceeding.  This 
is what I have found works best for me.  Your mileage my vary.

73,
Joe, KO8V

> On Dec 1, 2020, at 08:04, Mark Moeller  wrote:
> 
> I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help.
> 
> My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB
> Sound Card, Mic & Phone cables. I am receiving FT8 signals fine, but cannot
> make contact with anyone else.
> 
> Note that I make CW contacts with no issue, so believe my antenna is fine.
> 
> There are many FT8 settings to configure, so unsure where the issue is.
> 
> Thank you in advance for advice and/or pointing me in the right direction.
> 
> -- 
> Mark A. Moeller
> KA9LWK
> mark.moell...@gmail.com
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Rich NE1EE]

On 2020-12-01 08:12:-0500, Hank via Elecraft wrote:

>Do you have a time correction program running on your PC like Dimension 4?  If 
>not you will make very few if any contacts. The transmissions between stations 
>have to be synced. 
>
>Hank
>K4HYJ 

What is the sync time tolerance? For example, following the directions here
https://www.windowscentral.com/how-manage-time-servers-windows-10
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/change-internet-time-update-interval-windows

or using any number of products such as D4, you can be within 0.01, +- 0.01 s...

Windows defaults to syncing time weekly, but I have mine set at hourly.
At any time, I can go here
https://time.is/

to see how far off I am...is this close enough for FT8? One note I saw said 
"But if you can get your clock within, say, a half a second, you'll be fine for 
FT8 and FT4." and this method certainly exceeds that spec.

I'm not an FT8 kinda guy, but I ran across this
http://www.kk5jy.net/tweaktime/

~R~
72/73 de Rich NE1EE
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

[Hank via Elecraft]

Do you have a time correction program running on your PC like Dimension 4?  If 
not you will make very few if any contacts. The transmissions between stations 
have to be synced. 

Hank
K4HYJ 

> On Dec 1, 2020, at 8:05 AM, Mark Moeller  wrote:
> 
> I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help.
> 
> My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB
> Sound Card, Mic & Phone cables. I am receiving FT8 signals fine, but cannot
> make contact with anyone else.
> 
> Note that I make CW contacts with no issue, so believe my antenna is fine.
> 
> There are many FT8 settings to configure, so unsure where the issue is.
> 
> Thank you in advance for advice and/or pointing me in the right direction.
> 
> -- 
> Mark A. Moeller
> KA9LWK
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

[Tim McDonough N9PUZ]

I often operate my KX2 from the internal battery. As a "backup" source I 
frequently just take a second KXBT2 along. When you plug it into the 
external power jack the KX2 will draw it's power from the pack with the 
higher voltage.


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On 11/6/2020 6:56 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

I would definitely *not* use the KXBC2 charger with anything but a KXBT2, or an 
exact equivalent pack, for safety reasons. The voltages and currents are 
targeted specifically at 3 Li-Ion cells (11 V).

Just to give you another [probably biased, beware] opinion on the KXBT2, 
though: The internal battery isn't just about powering the radio, it's about 
mobility. It facilitates the kind of adventurous, ad-hoc, pedestrian mobile 
operation that many KX2 users engage in. (Speaking strictly for me :)

As a battery, the KXBC2 has proven safe and reliable by thousands of users. 
It's about 2.5 AH at 11 V, considerably higher in energy density than the 
battery packs in its closest competitors. I typically get 2 or 3 hours of hunt 
'n' pounce operation at 10 watts. Eventually the radio will drop power to 5 W 
and carry on for another 2 to 3 hours.

73,
Wayne
N6KR





On Nov 6, 2020, at 4:26 PM, Rich NE1EE <73.de.ne...@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi Bob,
Well, to get the ball rolling, I'd say no to the KXBC2. I use several different 
sizes of the Bioenno LiFe batteries (see earlier threads this summer for a 
detailed discussion), and I vote to use the proper charger. It's only a few 
bucks more...on the road, I use an inexpensive converter to power the charger 
for the LiFe batteries.

And I recall being surprised by someone writing about a specific Li-ion battery 
that they got good service from. I don't usually vote for that technology, but 
the OP had good luck with it. My opinion, tech-based, but still my 
interpretation of the data, is that Li batteries are generally over-charged, 
leading to hazard conditions, especially for lower quality batteries, and much 
shorter battery life.

Please look for the thread, because there was a lot of good discussion there.

On 2020-11-06 23:06:+, Bob Conder via Elecraft wrote:

KX2 External battery question:
1) Will the KXBC2 charger work with a Bioenno BLF-1203W LiFePO4 battery?or� 2) 
What are very lightweight external batteries that will work with KX2, and not 
add significantweight while hiking or backpacking and doing SOTA?Tnx in 
advance,Bob K4RLC


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

[Tim McDonough N9PUZ]

The 12V Bioenno batteries have an internal battery management circuit. 
They require 14.6 - 15 Volts input to charge properly. The BMC will 
prevent overcharging and Bioenno Support says it is safe to leave the 
charging voltage permanently applied.


Tim N9PUZ

On 11/6/2020 5:06 PM, Bob Conder via Elecraft wrote:

  KX2 External battery question:
1) Will the KXBC2 charger work with a Bioenno BLF-1203W LiFePO4 battery?or 2) 
What are very lightweight external batteries that will work with KX2, and not 
add significantweight while hiking or backpacking and doing SOTA?Tnx in 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Zero Power Out

[Tim Tucker]

Mess with the mic gain a bit, key it to see what happens.  I ran into this
a month ago on 10m only and it did it after changing bands to 10m.  I can
consistently duplicate the problem, too.  After changing bands to 10m, if i
mess with the mic gain, it starts outputting again - even when I put the
gain back to where I started with.

Tim

On Fri, Nov 6, 2020 at 4:46 PM K6YXH  wrote:

> My KX2 has zero power out. It just stopped working one day. No idea why -
> it's running off a a LiFePO4 battery. Power is set to 5W. Antenna tuner
> bypassed. Running into a dummy load. Does it on all bands. VOX on, CW, but
> not even .1 W out to my Elecraft W1 Power Meter. Time to ask Elecraft for
> help or send it in? 73, Norm K6YXH
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

[Wayne Burdick]

I would definitely *not* use the KXBC2 charger with anything but a KXBT2, or an 
exact equivalent pack, for safety reasons. The voltages and currents are 
targeted specifically at 3 Li-Ion cells (11 V).

Just to give you another [probably biased, beware] opinion on the KXBT2, 
though: The internal battery isn't just about powering the radio, it's about 
mobility. It facilitates the kind of adventurous, ad-hoc, pedestrian mobile 
operation that many KX2 users engage in. (Speaking strictly for me :)

As a battery, the KXBC2 has proven safe and reliable by thousands of users. 
It's about 2.5 AH at 11 V, considerably higher in energy density than the 
battery packs in its closest competitors. I typically get 2 or 3 hours of hunt 
'n' pounce operation at 10 watts. Eventually the radio will drop power to 5 W 
and carry on for another 2 to 3 hours.

73,
Wayne
N6KR




> On Nov 6, 2020, at 4:26 PM, Rich NE1EE <73.de.ne...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hi Bob,
> Well, to get the ball rolling, I'd say no to the KXBC2. I use several 
> different sizes of the Bioenno LiFe batteries (see earlier threads this 
> summer for a detailed discussion), and I vote to use the proper charger. It's 
> only a few bucks more...on the road, I use an inexpensive converter to power 
> the charger for the LiFe batteries.
> 
> And I recall being surprised by someone writing about a specific Li-ion 
> battery that they got good service from. I don't usually vote for that 
> technology, but the OP had good luck with it. My opinion, tech-based, but 
> still my interpretation of the data, is that Li batteries are generally 
> over-charged, leading to hazard conditions, especially for lower quality 
> batteries, and much shorter battery life.
> 
> Please look for the thread, because there was a lot of good discussion there.
> 
> On 2020-11-06 23:06:+, Bob Conder via Elecraft wrote:
>> KX2 External battery question:
>> 1) Will the KXBC2 charger work with a Bioenno BLF-1203W LiFePO4 battery?or� 
>> 2) What are very lightweight external batteries that will work with KX2, and 
>> not add significantweight while hiking or backpacking and doing SOTA?Tnx in 
>> advance,Bob K4RLC


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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

[Rich NE1EE]

Hi Bob,
Well, to get the ball rolling, I'd say no to the KXBC2. I use several different 
sizes of the Bioenno LiFe batteries (see earlier threads this summer for a 
detailed discussion), and I vote to use the proper charger. It's only a few 
bucks more...on the road, I use an inexpensive converter to power the charger 
for the LiFe batteries.

And I recall being surprised by someone writing about a specific Li-ion battery 
that they got good service from. I don't usually vote for that technology, but 
the OP had good luck with it. My opinion, tech-based, but still my 
interpretation of the data, is that Li batteries are generally over-charged, 
leading to hazard conditions, especially for lower quality batteries, and much 
shorter battery life.

Please look for the thread, because there was a lot of good discussion there.

On 2020-11-06 23:06:+, Bob Conder via Elecraft wrote:
> KX2 External battery question:
>1) Will the KXBC2 charger work with a Bioenno BLF-1203W LiFePO4 battery?or� 2) 
>What are very lightweight external batteries that will work with KX2, and not 
>add significantweight while hiking or backpacking and doing SOTA?Tnx in 
>advance,Bob K4RLC

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 / WM1 Reporting Conflict

[John Oppenheimer]

Hi Jim,

Both the KX2 and W1 need to be calibrated to a standard. The W1 manual
4.5V is a rough calibration. As I remember, KX2's are calibrated at the
factory at some (I've forgotten) power level. Both the KX2 and W1 are
somewhat non linear.

For my shack, I've decided that a DL1, along with an accurate 10M Ohm
Fluke DVM is the standard. No adjustment required and is as accurate as
the 1% load resistors, DL1 diode drop voltage, and DVM accuracy.

John KN5L

On 9/30/20 1:46 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft wrote:
> Wondering if anyone can help on this - I’ve got a KX2 and W1 Power Meter. The 
> power out on the KX2 does not match what the W1 is reporting. I have the W1 
> connected to my MacBook Pro displaying the serial data being sent to it.
> 
> I just verified that the W1 voltage at the TP1 connector is exactly 4.5 
> volts, per the manual. I ran the KX2 Manual Transmit Gain Calibration. The 
> KX2 is showing exactly 6.0 watts into a dummy load, going through the W1. The 
> serial data reported by the W1 is 7.20 watts, consistently. Also, the KX2 
> firmware is the most recent.
> 
> So, who is wrong - KX2 or W1? And what can I do to resolve it?
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

[Jim H via Elecraft]

Hi, I also have an early s/n KX2, 024X. I had the same problem of the bowed 
Plexiglas cover. My cure was to grid off 1/16th strip on each end and elongate 
the screw holes carefully. No more bowing.  GL 73 Jim H K7SSS  In a message 
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Hi folks-got a bit of an unusual issue with the plexiglass readout cover for my 
KX2. I use it a lot portable and SOTA and on an activation last week noticed 
that I had a few tiny interlopers crawling underneath the covering adding 
moving  symbols to the display:)).  After inspecting I noted that the 
plexiglass has slightly warped and bows up in the middle just enough to let the 
occasional spider mite  or piece of vegetation to slip under the glass. I could 
put a small bead of caulk I guess but it’s such a small gap. Probably the 
result of having the radio outside a lot in the sun-but that’s what it’s 
designed for! Kinda fun to watch them dance around with the changing 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

[Dan Presley]

Well at least the bugs were external! Thanks Wayne for the information.  I’ll 
try flipping it around and I’ll check with customer service if it’s still an 
issue. Mine was a fairly early one so the change could’ve happen later. Usually 
a gentle puff of air under the cover is enough to get the guys scooting along. 
Maybe they’re attracted to the CW...haven’t done much night operations.  I’m 
kinda proud of having this problem of overuse! Still a long,long way to Mt. 
Goat award. 

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> On Aug 24, 2020, at 17:38, Wayne Burdick  wrote:
> 
> Hi Dan,
> 
> Flip the bezel over when you reinstall it. This will compress the convex 
> catenary side against the case, reducing the gap.
> 
> Note that at some point in the KX2's history we revised the bezel, moving the 
> screw holes slightly outward. Customer support could help you determine if 
> you have the older one, which is more likely to bow as you described. Free 
> replacement on us if it's an issue.
> 
> Meanwhile, please relocate any live arthropods you find to a new home. 
> Something fecund, preferably. We're in the midst of an insect apocalypse, you 
> may have heard
> 
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
> 
> 
> 
>> On Aug 24, 2020, at 5:15 PM, Paul Van Dyke  wrote:
>> 
>> So, you are telling us that the KX2 has a few bugs?
>> 
>> Paul KB9AVO
>> 
>>> On Mon, Aug 24, 2020, 7:33 PM Dan Presley  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Hi folks-got a bit of an unusual issue with the plexiglass readout cover
>>> for my KX2. I use it a lot portable and SOTA and on an activation last week
>>> noticed that I had a few tiny interlopers crawling underneath the covering
>>> adding moving  symbols to the display:)).  After inspecting I noted that
>>> the plexiglass has slightly warped and bows up in the middle just enough to
>>> let the occasional spider mite  or piece of vegetation to slip under the
>>> glass. I could put a small bead of caulk I guess but it’s such a small gap.
>>> Probably the result of having the radio outside a lot in the sun-but that’s
>>> what it’s designed for! Kinda fun to watch them dance around with the
>>> changing display
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Dan Presley 503-701-3871
>>> danpresley@me. com
>>> n7...@arrl.net
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

[Wayne Burdick]

Hi Dan,

Flip the bezel over when you reinstall it. This will compress the convex 
catenary side against the case, reducing the gap.

Note that at some point in the KX2's history we revised the bezel, moving the 
screw holes slightly outward. Customer support could help you determine if you 
have the older one, which is more likely to bow as you described. Free 
replacement on us if it's an issue.

Meanwhile, please relocate any live arthropods you find to a new home. 
Something fecund, preferably. We're in the midst of an insect apocalypse, you 
may have heard

73,
Wayne
N6KR



> On Aug 24, 2020, at 5:15 PM, Paul Van Dyke  wrote:
> 
> So, you are telling us that the KX2 has a few bugs?
> 
> Paul KB9AVO
> 
> On Mon, Aug 24, 2020, 7:33 PM Dan Presley  wrote:
> 
>> Hi folks-got a bit of an unusual issue with the plexiglass readout cover
>> for my KX2. I use it a lot portable and SOTA and on an activation last week
>> noticed that I had a few tiny interlopers crawling underneath the covering
>> adding moving  symbols to the display:)).  After inspecting I noted that
>> the plexiglass has slightly warped and bows up in the middle just enough to
>> let the occasional spider mite  or piece of vegetation to slip under the
>> glass. I could put a small bead of caulk I guess but it’s such a small gap.
>> Probably the result of having the radio outside a lot in the sun-but that’s
>> what it’s designed for! Kinda fun to watch them dance around with the
>> changing display
>> 
>> 
>> Dan Presley 503-701-3871
>> danpresley@me. com
>> n7...@arrl.net
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

[Paul Van Dyke]

So, you are telling us that the KX2 has a few bugs?

Paul KB9AVO

On Mon, Aug 24, 2020, 7:33 PM Dan Presley  wrote:

> Hi folks-got a bit of an unusual issue with the plexiglass readout cover
> for my KX2. I use it a lot portable and SOTA and on an activation last week
> noticed that I had a few tiny interlopers crawling underneath the covering
> adding moving  symbols to the display:)).  After inspecting I noted that
> the plexiglass has slightly warped and bows up in the middle just enough to
> let the occasional spider mite  or piece of vegetation to slip under the
> glass. I could put a small bead of caulk I guess but it’s such a small gap.
> Probably the result of having the radio outside a lot in the sun-but that’s
> what it’s designed for! Kinda fun to watch them dance around with the
> changing display
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

[Clark Macaulay]

Wayne,

As a person with an enginneering background (never used), I really enjoyed
your talk this afternoon.  I dialed in about mid-way through the 3D talk
and wonder if you mentioned the walking stick and binoculars behind you.
Methinks you like the out-of-doors for more than radio.

The best part of the talk was when you said "Elecraft makes cool stuff".
Yes indeed as my K1, K2, KX1 and K3 attest.  I've resisted the KX2 so far
as I do don't much adventure radio,
but then it is so cool

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> My pleasure, Grant. First Zoom presentation for me. I wasn't sure how the
> content (3D model tour) would go over, but the attendees turned out to be
> quite enthusiastic. The part I wasn't worried about was stage fright (year
> of playing guitar for large crowds, solo :)
>
> 73,
> Wayne
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>
>
>
> > On Aug 8, 2020, at 10:30 AM, Grant Youngman 
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> > If you missed it this morning, be sure to check it out tomorrow.
> >
> > Great presentation!!!  Thanks, Wayne ….
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

[Grant Youngman]

Of course, we’d like to see the 3D models of the K4, too :-)

Grant NQ5T

> On Aug 8, 2020, at 7:49 PM, Wayne Burdick  wrote:
> 
> My pleasure, Grant. First Zoom presentation for me. I wasn't sure how the 
> content (3D model tour) would go over, but the attendees turned out to be 
> quite enthusiastic. The part I wasn't worried about was stage fright (year of 
> playing guitar for large crowds, solo :)
> 
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
> 
> 
> 
>> On Aug 8, 2020, at 10:30 AM, Grant Youngman  wrote:
>> 
>> If you missed it this morning, be sure to check it out tomorrow.
>> 
>> Great presentation!!!  Thanks, Wayne ….
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

[Wayne Burdick]

My pleasure, Grant. First Zoom presentation for me. I wasn't sure how the 
content (3D model tour) would go over, but the attendees turned out to be quite 
enthusiastic. The part I wasn't worried about was stage fright (year of playing 
guitar for large crowds, solo :)

73,
Wayne
N6KR



> On Aug 8, 2020, at 10:30 AM, Grant Youngman  wrote:
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> If you missed it this morning, be sure to check it out tomorrow.
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> Great presentation!!!  Thanks, Wayne ….
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> Grant NQ5T
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