RE: [Elecraft] K2 DSP vs. Audio Filter

2006-06-02 Thread Robert Allbright
I agree with Ron AC7AC The K2 just by itself for cw is excellent I also have the KDSP2 but don't use it much 73 Robert G3RCE (K2 #5219) --- You might gain some experience with the K2 for a while and decide what there is about the rig without either module that

[Elecraft] update older k2

2006-06-02 Thread Richard haendel
I have an opportunity to purchase a second K2, serial number 008xx. It has the SSB and noise blanker modules installed. What upgrades/modifications are suggested to bring it up to at least the S/N 4500 performance? Any suggestions are appreciated Rich W3ACO K2 S/N 4023

[Elecraft] F12 Sigma Vertical

2006-06-02 Thread CTMorton
I have two of the Sigma 5s here in CX land. They are extremely easy to put together...just a few bolts and wing nuts and I use a cement umbrella base with a sleeve of pvc about 2ft long and just slide the base of the vertical into the pvc. No radials as these are vertical dipoles; 50ft of

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft DSP vs Audio Filter?

2006-06-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
Another consideration is the current drawn by the DSP unit, if you intend to operate your K2 from the internal battery option a fully loaded K2 (including DSP) can approach 350 mA. If the current band conditions don't require the use of the DSP, it can be placed in bypass mode where its

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft DSP vs Audio Filter?

2006-06-02 Thread Daniel Reynolds
I'll chime in with my 2 cents... I operate 99.9% CW. I bought the KAF2 before the KDSP2 was released. I originally wanted the KAF2 for both the clock feature and the audio filter feature (I had money then, and wanted as many features as I could get in my K2/QRP). Now I seldom use either the clock

RE: [Elecraft] update older k2

2006-06-02 Thread Don Wilhelm
Rich, I suggest you download the K2ATOB instructions and look at the list of changes shown there - there are several 'optional' parts that IMHO should be included as part of the task. In addition to the A to B changes, add the PLL Temperature Stability mod and the Keying Waveshape mod - and

[Elecraft] K1 tx alignment: cannot hear sidetone or monitor tone

2006-06-02 Thread Andrew Moore
I am performing a K1 transmitter offset alignment as described on page 47 of the manual (Rev C, October 9 2000). According to the manual I should install a jumper between the two OFS pads, disable AGC, set output to 1 watt, and enter Tune mode. At that point I should hear two tones - a sidetone,

Re: [Elecraft] K1 tx alignment: cannot hear sidetone or monitor tone

2006-06-02 Thread JT Croteau
This may help. K1 Builder Alert #3: Inability to hear transmit signal when making the TX Offset Adjustment 26 Feb. 2001 Impact: All K1's Background: When making the 'Transmit Offset Adjustment' (K1 Rev D manual, page 47) on some K1s no TX signal tone is heard. (This adjustment has you match

[Elecraft] 10 meter replies

2006-06-02 Thread ron
Thanks to everyone who provided their input about this band. Lots of interesting information. See you on 10 when it opens! Ron, wb1hga ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list.

Re: [Elecraft] 10 meter replies

2006-06-02 Thread Martin Gillen
Hi, Ron. See you on 10 when it opens! It's open most days at the moment afternoon. For the past week I've scanned the beacon segment around 12pm and I am consistently hearing beacons across the continental US from a receiver in London Ontario Canada. Some slow QSB but these beacons are

[Elecraft] AV620 vs. R6000

2006-06-02 Thread Mimi and Steve
Keith, I have been using the Force 12, Sigma 5 for 10 - 20m including WARC with success. The Reno QRP Group used it for the 7th QSO Party. We logged QRP contacts from CA to ME. The antenna is a vertical dipole with a matching network at the feed point. It is only 9' tall and a base

[Elecraft] K2 in mobile

2006-06-02 Thread Bekir Kemal Ataman
The anatomy of a disaster and emergency communications vehicle: http://www.archimac.org/TA2RX/arac/index.html ...except that digital modes are hypothetical at the moment, since I have not started experimenting with them yet. Comments and suggestions are welcome. 73! de TA2RX

[Elecraft] AV620 vs. R6000

2006-06-02 Thread Mimi and Steve
Keith, Also, look in the elecraft web site; go to email discussion list; then to antenna topics; then down to Force 12 Sigma 5 for past posts. Steve, nu7t ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to

[Elecraft] K2 #3829 has grown up! :-)

2006-06-02 Thread Tom Arntzen
Hi all! Long time since I was on list. My K2 has grown since last time. It is now a K2/100 DSP AT. The DSP and KAT100 is lates addition to the line. My K2 has worked flawless since it was build and gives me daily pleasure. Earlier I read some complaints about the KDSP beeing difficult to set. I

[Elecraft] For Sale: Complete K2/100 package

2006-06-02 Thread Chris LaClair
Dear Elecraft List- FOR SALE- COMPLETE Elecraft K2/100 package, which consists of: Elecraft K2/100 serial no. 4841, built, with these options installed: - KPA100 100W amp (makes it a K2/100 instead of a regular K2). The KPA100 also includes the computer (serial) interface. - KDSP2 DSP module

[Elecraft] KPA800 and 1500

2006-06-02 Thread Tom Arntzen
Since I have been oof list so long... Can someone fill me up with infoes on the new amps from elecraft? Tom Arntzen LA1PHA Mo , NORWAY ( if everyone is against you , change your mind!) ( Tom Arntzen , 2005ac ) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] K24U software compared to N4PY

2006-06-02 Thread W7is
I just downloaded the 30 day test version of k24u software and I've found it very easy to use. Where most all of the K2 current operating parameters are plainly displayed. Making it much easier to use the K2. Such as being able to see at a glance what the xtal filter and the audio

Re: [Elecraft] K24U software compared to N4PY

2006-06-02 Thread Phil Kane
On Fri, 2 Jun 2006 16:41:07 EDT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just downloaded the 30 day test version of k24u software and I've found it very easy to use. Where most all of the K2 current operating parameters are plainly displayed. Making it much easier to use the K2. Such as being able to

[Elecraft] RX Multicoupler Available

2006-06-02 Thread Phil Kane
I have a receiver multicoupler (splitter) available and I wanted to give the folks here first crack before I post it elsewhere for auction: Stridsberg Engineering Model MC-102 2-Port Multicoupler No power required Nominal Impedance: 50 Ohms Port-To-Port Isolation: 22 dB (min) 25

Re: [Elecraft] 10 meter replies

2006-06-02 Thread Mike Harris
G'day, | Right now as I write this (2nd June 1615UTC UTC) I'm listening to | N4HLF/B and W3HH/B in Florida and KG4VVV/B in South Carolina, from | London Ontario. The antenna is a 3.5m HF | whip at 11m AGL feeding back to an Icom PCR-1000 via ~30m of buried | Belden9913, so | nothing spectacular

[Elecraft] Elecraft and satellite communications

2006-06-02 Thread John Wiener
Hi! Just read the chapter on Satellite Communications in the new ARRL Handbook. Anyone care to share experience with Elecraft gear and satellites? Or, is there a web page for Satellite Communications with K2 and transverters, etc.? Thanks! John AB8WH

[Elecraft] Re: AV620

2006-06-02 Thread Jim Scott
I've had one for a couple of years. Right now, ever since Katrina, its been my only HF antenna. Mine is mounted on an old push up pole about 18 ft. above ground. I'm well satisfied with it. If I ever have some more trees grow high enough to put up some wires, I'll probably do that.