[Elecraft] why buy, when you can build it yourself?

2008-09-22 Thread David Reid
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3wrzo_fabrication-dune-lampe-triode_tech enjoy this video... 73/72 de PA3HBB/G0BZF/PB6X ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr.

[Elecraft] K2 transmit power instability on 20 12 meters

2008-09-22 Thread David C Dawson
My K2 (05386) has developed a problem affecting the 20 meter and 12 meter bands only. When I key up, the power fluctuates wildly. On the 20 meter band rx seems normal, on 12 there is a chorus of birdies. My assumption is that a common component was cold-soldered or has failed. I note that in the

RE: [Elecraft] K3 related - non-linear audio transformer behavior

2008-09-22 Thread Jim Brown
On Sun, 21 Sep 2008 20:42:27 -0400, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: I think is it safe to treat the audio as band limited That's like saying a driver is slow. How slow? Bandwidth limiting CHANGES the complex impulse response of the system. It does not make it not matter, or benign, just DIFFERENT.

Re: [Elecraft] ROOFING FILTERS CW PY5EG

2008-09-22 Thread dj7mgq
Hi Oms, filter set up is described on page 45 and pages 53 54 of the owners manual, e.g. K3 Owners Manual D1.pdf: FLx BW, FLx FRQ, FLx GN, FLx ON and FLTX{md}. If you have done this correctly, then everything should be ok. If not, you may need to contact Elecraft. vy 73 de toby

RE: [Elecraft] Accessing Filter Settings in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Bill W4ZV
Joe Subich, W4TV-3 wrote: Having just fought through the same issue ... Enter the CONFIG menu, select the FLx options, then press SUB. Pressing SUB is the key to getting into the filter configuration items for the KRX3. At that point, set the various frequencies and gains ...

RE: [Elecraft] Accessing Filter Settings in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Barry N1EU
Bill W4ZV wrote: Joe Subich, W4TV-3 wrote: Having just fought through the same issue ... Enter the CONFIG menu, select the FLx options, then press SUB. Pressing SUB is the key to getting into the filter configuration items for the KRX3. At that point, set the various

[Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Roy Morris
I don't think I asked the right question on my last KRX3 inquiry. I would like to know how to change the roofing filters in the KRX3 using the WIDTH control while receiving. It seems the KRX3 roofing filters are selected automatically depending on the settings in the main receiver. I would

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Bill W4ZV
Roy Morris-6 wrote: I don't think I asked the right question on my last KRX3 inquiry. I would like to know how to change the roofing filters in the KRX3 using the WIDTH control while receiving. It seems the KRX3 roofing filters are selected automatically depending on the settings in the

[Elecraft] SDR-IQ info.

2008-09-22 Thread Michael Harvey
I was wondering if anyone on the list is using the SDR-IQ software defined radio and what their thoughts are on it. Can CW Skimmer be used with it? Does it have to run through my K2? So and so forth. I don't use cw skimmer but I do contest a lot and would like to know how much woule it

[Elecraft] New K2 build!

2008-09-22 Thread Michael Harvey
I am prepping to build another K2 and was wondering what rework eliminators to add. I plan to add most options eventually. The K2 I currently use I did not build but the rework eliminators seem like a good investment. Is there a kit including all the eliminators? Thanks! Mike AB0TX K2

[Elecraft] K3 output power unstable

2008-09-22 Thread Kamal Sirageldin
Bjorn, I notice the same thing with my K3 S/N 775, V2.38. For me, the problem appears to be in SSB mode, and not CW. For example, if I adjust the power output of my K3 by a very small amount i.e. say from 50w to 52w output, it will initially transmit much more power than 52w – driving my

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Don Wilhelm
Roy, According to the manual, the XFIL button will switch between filters. Try BSET and then XFIL. I am not certain that is currently implemented in the firmware, but it is worth a try. I cannot try it because I have only one filter and do not have the KRX3. 73, Don W3FPR Roy Morris wrote:

RE: [Elecraft] Toroids frequency range and baluns

2008-09-22 Thread Solosko, Robert B (Bob)
Jim, Why are choke baluns wound as a coil vastly superior to choke baluns made with a sting of ferrite beads? With the coil type, you're adding additional coax loss... What am I missing here? 73, Bob W1SRB -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Elecraft] K3 output power unstable

2008-09-22 Thread dj7mgq
I notice the same thing with my K3 S/N 775, V2.38. I haven't had a chance to test the newest firmware yet, but I have seen somewhat similar ALC behaviour in various versions of the K3 firmware and have heard several times that Elecraft is working on fixing it. I do wonder to what extent

Re: [Elecraft] K3 output power unstable

2008-09-22 Thread f5moo
hello the same probleme here K3 S/N 153 in ssb mode with the amplifier EMTRON DX2SP the security overdrive 73 terry F5MOO Kamal Sirageldin a écrit : Bjorn, I notice the same thing with my K3 S/N 775, V2.38. For me, the problem appears to be in SSB mode, and not CW. For example, if I

RE: [Elecraft] K3 output power unstable

2008-09-22 Thread py5eg
Hi I´m using the same ACOM 2000 and the same think is happening here 73 Oms PY5EG -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of f5moo Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:11 AM To: Kamal Sirageldin Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft]

RE: [Elecraft] K3 output power unstable

2008-09-22 Thread Kamal Sirageldin
Hi Oms! Terry! Nice to hear from you. I hope you are both well. I think for sure that Elecraft has a problem with this. 73, Kam N3KS -Original Message- From: py5eg [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 10:16 AM To: f5moo; Kamal Sirageldin Cc:

[Elecraft] XV-144 Transverter Drive Question

2008-09-22 Thread Roger Shultz
For those who have the transverter and may be driving it with the ICOM PRO II or III which has a stated drive level of -20 dbm, are you able to get the full 25 watts output at this drive level? I measured my PRO II drive and I am actually getting significantly more drive than spec at -1.5 dbm

Re: [Elecraft] New K2 build!

2008-09-22 Thread David Wilburn
With rework eliminators, you build headers (can be thought of as place holders), and add all needed components for the features you want. Then when you decide to build the features, you just unplug the headers and plug in the new feature. The alternative requires complete disassembly of the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 output power unstable

2008-09-22 Thread GW0ETF
dj7mgq wrote: I notice the same thing with my K3 S/N 775, V2.38. Or could other gremlins be at work, e.g. poor TX firmwarwe alignment at 1mW, 5W and 50W? Faulty internal power and/or SWR measurements? etc. Toby, Interesting your speculation about firmware alignment - I can do

[Elecraft] K3 SN #1744

2008-09-22 Thread Bill Johnson
For those keeping track: Factory built with KV3 and additional filters received today. On to playing. 72, Bill K9YEQ K2 #35, K2 # 5279, K2 # KX1 #35, Mini Modules, etc. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Lothar Sack
Yes, that is exactly how it works. Filters of the SUB-RX are changed by XFIL or WIDTH after selecting BSET. 55 Lothar, DJ8EW K3 wid KRX3 2,7 + 1,0 Don Wilhelm schrieb: Roy, According to the manual, the XFIL button will switch between filters. Try BSET and then XFIL. I am not certain that

RE: [Elecraft] Toroids frequency range and baluns

2008-09-22 Thread Jim Brown
On Mon, 22 Sep 2008 08:28:28 -0500, Solosko, Robert B \(Bob\) wrote: Jim, Why are choke baluns wound as a coil vastly superior to choke baluns made with a sting of ferrite beads? With the coil type, you're adding additional coax loss... What am I missing here? Study my tutorial.

[Elecraft] Rework Eleminators for K2

2008-09-22 Thread Ken Kopp
I have a new, unused set of Rework Eliminators with all documentation and printed instructions. Bought them when bought my K2, but was impatient and built it before they arrived. Please contact off-list. 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___

Re: [Elecraft] what is a TMP cable?

2008-09-22 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Hi Charles, Since your KRX3 was factory installed, this is probably a spare. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Charles Harpole wrote: With my radio from the factory, I got a TMP cable 12 part #E850339. What is it for and why should I get it? ___ Elecraft

[Elecraft] Want: KRC2 band decoder

2008-09-22 Thread john . brewer
Anyone have one for sale? Can pay quickly via paypal, or as you wish. Best John K5MO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.):

Re: [Elecraft] what is a TMP cable?

2008-09-22 Thread Geoffrey Downs
If the KRX3 is connected to the rear BNC socket, the extra TMP cable may well be for if Charles decides to connect it to J92 on the KAT3 instead (if he has one). 73 to all Geoff G3UCK - Original Message - From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Charles Harpole

Re: [Elecraft] Want: KRC2 band decoder

2008-09-22 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We have them here. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone have one for sale? Can pay quickly via paypal, or as you wish. Best John K5MO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post

[Elecraft] K3 - XV144 operation

2008-09-22 Thread N2TK
Got the XV144 working fine with the K3 on CW and SSB. However, I can't get it into the FM mode. What did I miss setting up? Tnx N2TK, Tony ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list.

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Geoffrey Downs
It doesn't on mine. With B Set selected XFIL steps through the filters in the main rx. 73 to all Geoff G3UCK - Original Message - From: Lothar Sack [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 5:01 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Ken K3IU
On K3 #202 with latest firmware and the KRX3, turning the SUB ON, enabling BSET, tapping XFIL cycles through the three filters that I have on the SubRX... NOT the main board filters. 73, Ken K3IU Geoffrey Downs wrote: It doesn't on mine. With B Set selected XFIL steps through the filters in

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

2008-09-22 Thread Geoffrey Downs
You're right Ken. I had missed out the step of turning the Sub on before I tried it! 73 to all Geoff G3UCK - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 6:45 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Selecting Filters in KRX3

RE: [Elecraft] K3 - XV144 operation

2008-09-22 Thread N2TK
Please ignore my question. Got my K3's mixed up. I hooked up the XV144 to the K3 that did not have FM. I guess this is a reason to have K3's setup with the same options. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of N2TK Sent: Monday,

[Elecraft] Re: K2 QRP DXCC

2008-09-22 Thread Chris Kantarjiev
Dave, Congrats on your effort. I'm at 73 countries all QRP/CW with my K2; progress has pretty much stalled for the past several months and I have to admit that it's affected my overall operating. I can hear strong Asian stations in the (early) morning, but they can't hear me - that's

[Elecraft] K2 KSB2

2008-09-22 Thread wsm
Hello I just finished building the ksb2 ssb adapter for my k2 and am having a problem with it. It will not key the k2 in ssb mode. All the test and alignment went as they should, and the voltages on all components are what they should be except for one. On U1 the voltage on pin 21 is 1.2 volts

Re: [Elecraft] K2 KSB2

2008-09-22 Thread Don Wilhelm
Scott, U1 pin 21 has nothing to do with keying on SSB. The signal line you are looking for is /PTT on the KSB2 or on the main K2 the /DOT-PTT signal. The problem can be with your microphone configuration header wiring, your microphone, or a fault on the KSB2 board. One quick check is to

[Elecraft] K3 VFO split problem

2008-09-22 Thread Rick Dettinger
My K3, Serial Number 556, is not working properly in the VFO split mode. I only work CW and when I hold split, the CW speed control light changes to the MIC light. The transmitter will then not key. Switching back to transceive restores the ability to key the transmitter. This

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO split problem

2008-09-22 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Sounds like you have the other VFO on each band set to SSB. That would change the default mode for that control to Mic Gain from CW Speed. A single tap of A-B only copies frequency. A double tap of A-B copies all other parameters (mode, filter etc.) 73, Eric WA6HHQ Rick Dettinger wrote:

[Elecraft] K3 Shipping Status Update

2008-09-22 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We've just updated the K3 shipping status page: Through Friday, Oct 3rd, we will be shipping K3 orders received through June 30th, 2008. Newly received K3 orders are now targeted for delivery 3.0 months after order date. :-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ ___

RE: [Elecraft] K3 VFO split problem

2008-09-22 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
The mode on VFO B is USB or LSB (look at the mode indicator in the LCD while holding the REV button). This is a side effect of the K3's failure to copy the mode to VFO B on the first tap of the A-B button. In order to keep both VFOs on the same mode, you need to tap A-B twice. The first

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO split problem

2008-09-22 Thread Rick Dettinger
Yes, that was the case. When I set up the band memories, I didn't make sure both VFO's were properly set to CW. Since I normally have the display set to real time clock mode, I didn't see the offending USB indicator on VFO B. Thanks for the many correct answers to my problem. That was

RE: [Elecraft] Katiegram

2008-09-22 Thread Phil and Christina
I got my Katiegram today too for shipment in the next one to two weeks (ordered June 9). Excitement builds! 73, Phil NS7P -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 3:11 PM To:

[Elecraft] K3 - PA Temperature Sensor problem

2008-09-22 Thread Ann and/or Bill Tekatch
I installed the KPA3 amp module and I've tried to calibrate the PA Temp. sensor, but cannot get the setting to go below 87 degrees C turning the VFO A dial. Although the dial continues to turn, the temp. setting will not go lower than 87. (FWIW Highest it will go is 127 - not sure if that's

[Elecraft] K1 in pack-goat video from N0TU

2008-09-22 Thread Ken Kopp
Hey Guys, Here's my video QSL! ...thanks for the contacts! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGIJZC_vj6w 73, Steve/RP http://n0tu.blogspot.com/ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list.

[Elecraft] A Bad Thing Happened To My K2

2008-09-22 Thread Mark Saunders, KJ7BS
This evening I had a guest ham in the shack who was curious about my K2 and asked if we could hook it up. So we did. I pointed out which 12v power strip, power cord, and antenna to use. While I was getting the proper computer interface cables hooded up, my guest connected the radio to the power