On SSB, whenever I go to transmit (I use the PTT line) I can hear the
distinct click of the amp relays at the start of my transmission. This is,
if nothing else, embarrassing.
I tried changing the TX DLY setting, but it seems that that setting only
goes up to 20 ms, which is insufficient to stop
Hello everybody,
My K3 config menu has got mixed up!
For example: I tried set LIN OUT, so upper line show OFF. That is just for
previous entry LCD TST.
My first and second entries are somelike 221 and upper lines like
0.00 and trn 1. After these all is ok to CW PADL tip=dot. Then there
is
Hello everybody,
My K3 config menu has got mixed up!
For example: I tried set LIN OUT, so upper line show OFF. That is just for
previous entry LCD TST.
My first and second entries are somelike 221 and upper lines like
0.00 and trn 1. After these all is ok to CW PADL tip=dot. Then there
is
Juha
Reload the Front panel firmware using the K3 utility and see if this
clears it up
On Mon, 2010-10-18 at 02:58 -0700, Juha - oh6os wrote:
Hello everybody,
My K3 config menu has got mixed up!
For example: I tried set LIN OUT, so upper line show OFF. That is just for
previous entry
Hello Lorenz and others,
I have got the same problem on 80m with my recently assembled K1, sn#2919.
The PA current was over 4amps for 5 watts RF output.
I also burned the PA final Q7.
After investigation, it turned out that wrong toroid was supplied for T4
with the kit.
After replacing the toroid
Dear Electrafters,
Perhaps off topic, I write for advice tackling a problem that plagues my K2 and
QTH: overwhelming RF noise from a source I cannot identify.
I've posted a screen shot of an o'scope trace of the IF output from a parlstar
R30 showing the magnitude of this problem at the
Step 1: If it syncs on line as your RFI does, it is Power Line
Interference. Call you local power company. They will have the
instrumentation to locate the source and if it is their problem they
will fix it. If it is a subscriber's problem they will most likely
identify the source.
Step
Is there a real fix in the works for the problems associated with updating K3
and/or P3 firmware/software? The present solution of having to physically
disconnect the K3 and P3 is an absurd solution for those who have their
equipment installed in cabinets etc. I look forward to a fix in keeping
The P3 can be optioned so you can turn it off from the front panel. How hard
is that?
Nothing has to be disconnected. Hammers aren't required :-)
On Oct 18, 2010, at 7:28 AM, KM4VX wrote:
Is there a real fix in the works for the problems associated with updating K3
and/or P3
if the operator fails to follow Elecraft's instructions to
'TURN OFF THE P3 FIRST'
why is it Elecraft's fault the updating fails?
just wondering.
GB 73
K5OAI
Sam Morgan
On 10/18/2010 7:28 AM, KM4VX wrote:
Is there a real fix in the works for the problems associated with updating K3
Went through this myself. S7 to S9 noise appeared out of nowhere and
persistent almost 24 hours a day. I hunted for the source with no luck.
Then it dawned on me the noise commenced while PECO (utility), Comcast and
Verizon were doing upgrades in the neighborhood. All utilities are
Couldn't make it to Pacificon this year. So, was there anything new
info wise on the KPA-500? Like when available, or how much?
Dave W7AQK
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Yes, this is the reason for using VOX to turn digital mode transmit on and
off. Makes life in the real world of multiple simultaneous software
applications much easier. I routinely run two instances of WSJT along with
JT65-HF at the the same time. (I could try to run them all through
I have all new firmware. No help.
juha
2010/10/18 Brendan Minish ei6iz.bren...@gmail.com
Juha
Reload the Front panel firmware using the K3 utility and see if this
clears it up
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I finally got a chance to see the new Kenwood rig at HRO in Portland
last Saturday. Didn't get to play with it for very long as there were
too many others who wanted to play with it too. Anyway, it seems like a
nice radio--sounded good--looks good--but still missing lots of things
we get
I've seen this recently on my K3 when connected to my new battery operated
laptop via a new FTDI-based KUSB. Once I connected power to the laptop and
did an EEInit on the K3 all menus resumed their normal appearance.
good luck
jim ab3cv
On Mon, Oct 18, 2010 at 10:02 AM, Juha Kasari
Believe me or not. The designer of TS590 also a K3 owner. I met him in Aug
2010 in Tokyo.
cheers,
Johnny VR2XMC
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主題： [Elecraft] New Kenwood TS0-590
I finally
On Oct 18, 2010, at 10:11 AM, Johnny Siu wrote:
Believe me or not. The designer of TS590 also a K3 owner. I met him in Aug
2010 in Tokyo.
I sure hope so! A good radio designer should be very aware of what the
state-of-the-art is
Bud, W2RU
I don't need a fix for this because mine is working now, but I thought I'd pass
along what I did to correct my problem in case anyone else was having similar
issues. Please don't send me an email to tell me I was an idiot and I should
have known this, or to read this/that post. I just wanted to
The last Field Test versions fix this. If the change isn't already in the
latest beta
firmware it will be soon.
On 10/18/2010 5:28 AM, KM4VX wrote:
Is there a real fix in the works for the problems associated with updating K3
and/or P3 firmware/software? The present solution of having to
Believe me or not. The designer of TS590 also a K3 owner.
He sure made some very questionable choices if he had a K3 to
copy from!
The TS-590 only uses the down conversion/roofing filter system
on the 160, 80, 60, 40, 20 and 15 meter amateur bands! Outside
those bands and above 21 MHz it is
Juha,
You probably have the wrong revision of the FPF firmware file
loaded. When you load firmware, be sure to load all files, including
FPF.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Oct 18, 2010, at 2:58 AM, Juha - oh6os wrote:
Hello everybody,
My K3 config menu has got mixed up!
For example: I tried set
I did EEInit, but no help.
juha
2010/10/18 Jim Miller j...@jtmiller.com
I've seen this recently on my K3 when connected to my new battery operated
laptop via a new FTDI-based KUSB. Once I connected power to the laptop and
did an EEInit on the K3 all menus resumed their normal appearance.
Hello,
I have now
MCU 04.12
FPF 01.09
DSP1 02.58
I used Send All Firmware to K3. Is these ok?
juha
2010/10/18 Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com
Juha,
You probably have the wrong revision of the FPF firmware file loaded.
When you load firmware, be sure to load all files, including FPF.
Glad I could help Al -
73,
Ron AC7AC
From: Al Lorona [mailto:alor...@sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Sunday, October 17, 2010 9:17 PM
To: Ron D'Eau Claire; Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Observing TX signal
From: Ron D'Eau Claire r...@cobi.biz
With the RS232 cable to the K3
Many streetlights will do the same.
Ron AC7AC
-Original Message-
The powerline noise was masking another
noise source that was trashing everything from 80 up to 10m. This noise was
about S5-7, but would cycle on an offon for about 40 seconds, off for
about 20 seconds then back on.
I know some guys are reporting seeing them at hamfests. Maybe I've missed it
but is there an actual date they may be on the market? It's not the end of the
world, I'm just wondering when
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When I tune up, say from 14005, Kx1 reaches a limit, say at 14027, and
refuses to tune higher. After powering down and up everything is fine, at
least for some time. Any idea why?
After power up, should KX1 be at the same freq it was powered down? Can't
remember whether it did it, but now it
This clearly is PLC Powerline Comminication. Using HF over mains wires for
wideband internet.
Especially the home use devices are terrible, called Homeplug.
Unfortunately our globe is flooded with these devices, sneaking through
legislation everywhere.
Since mains wires are not defined as
Not sure I responded.
For antenna I use two wires, one vertical up to 25 ft, and one horizontal
also up to 25 ft. The wires are adjusted if there is high SWR. I could get
good SWR with this setup on 40m but not anymore. Nor problem with 30 or 20m.
Ignacy
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I thought I knew my K3s pretty well but I've got a simple issue that I can't
seem to figure out so I thought I would toss it out to the crowd to see if
you can clear my fog. There must be a simple setting that I've set
incorrectly. I don't get on SSB very often but I'm trying to get ready for
We're shooting for first regular production in Feb. Field test
production is running now.
73, Eric
www.elecraft.com
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On 10/18/2010 8:32 AM, r miles wrote:
I know some guys are reporting seeing them at hamfests. Maybe I've missed it
but is there an actual date they may be on the
Hi Bob,
We're shooting for February. The amps are working beautifully, but we
need to ramp up for production, and some parts have longer lead times.
We'll be announcing pricing, etc., well before then.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Oct 18, 2010, at 8:32 AM, r miles wrote:
I know some guys are
On 10/18/2010 5:08 AM, Douglas Furton wrote:
Please — any suggestions how I might track down this noise source and quiet
it?
There is a very good RFI email reflector, accessible from contesting.com.
I've written a tutorial on RFI. It's at
http://audiosystemsgroup.com/RFI-Ham.pdf
73, Jim
So, when can we order one?
73, doug
Date: Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:24:19 -0700
From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft e...@elecraft.com
We're shooting for first regular production in Feb. Field test
production is running now.
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On 10/18/2010 8:32 AM, r miles wrote:
I know
On Mon, Oct 18, 2010 at 10:52 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com wrote:
Believe me or not. The designer of TS590 also a K3 owner.
He sure made some very questionable choices if he had a K3 to
copy from!
The TS-590 only uses the down conversion/roofing filter system
on the 160, 80,
That's what I do with mine. The update even tells me to turn off the P3 if I
have it on. Not too hard for me to do.
Bill
K9YEQ
-Original Message-
The P3 can be optioned so you can turn it off from the front panel. How
hard is that?
Nothing has to be disconnected. Hammers aren't
Not yet, but probably before year end.
We want to see our final production parts price quotes and production
parts lead times finalized before setting the price and order date.
We also have to complete the FCC part 97 self certification submittal
and get the subsequent approval. We are
See the article in QST (Apr 2006, pp 41-46) by Jim Hanson
W1TRC (SK) about the Ultrasonic RFI detector. Very helpful
in locating all sorts of interference issues. I believe
that the design has been turned in to a kit.
73
Gene K1NR
K2 6K
On Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:26:56 -0700
Ron D'Eau Claire
Hi Rich,
It doesn't. If VFO B is on a different band from VFO A, you'll have to
poll with FB or BN$ from an attached PC or other device with an RS232
port.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
Does the K3 output band data for the Sub Rx'er?
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On 10/18/2010 9:45 AM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote:
We also have to complete the FCC part 97 self certification submittal
and get the subsequent approval.
It's important to realize that FCC Rules require that this certification
be obtained before the amp can be OFFERED FOR SALE. So
That's kind of a compliment!
But why all the silly receiver conversion gymnastics? Or
will there be a TS590S(G) with dual receivers and 100%
double conversion in our future? Another forklift
upgrade model enhancement path like the Alfred P. Sloan
school of Product Management road map adopted
Bob,
Assuming Windows XP (adjust as necessary for others) ...
Control Panel - Sounds and Audio Devices - Audio
Under Sound playback, click on Volume...
Options - Properties
Check that the appropriate Mixer device is selected, and that the
Line In or Line Volume control is enabled. Click OK.
Hi all,
Imagine… there are still people fiddling with “classic” conversion HF receivers
!
Martein, PA3AKE, has just updated his web site to show the test results of the
AR7070 up conversion radio.
The AR7070 has been designed by John Thorpe the designer of the highly
acclaimed
AR7030 HF
Hi Elecrafters
I like the VFO OFS function for quick, large VFO A excursions very much. But I
have to be so careful because it has happened a few times that while
maneuvering VFO A and VFO B for delicate SPLIT settings, I accidentally bump
the RIT knob and kepoi I have to start all over
Iain,
I think you win the prize because that would explain everything I'm seeing.
When I run out to the station this weekend, I'll give it a try. I
appreciate you setting off my Ah-ha alarm and clearing my fog. ;-)
Thanks,
Bob K5WA
-Original Message-
From: dse...@dseven.org
For those who want to use the P3 to adjust TX EQ, what lines need to be
disconnected from the RS-232 circuit. Should be easy to make a box with a
switch to disable certain lines without having to disconnect the cable
between the P3/K3.
Maybe could be triggered by the Key Out signal, or just a
I have two of these for protecting the input of an SDR from two radios. I now
only need one. They're less than 9 mos old, mint condx and bought new by me.
They
sell for $88.95 new. Selling this one for $65 shipped CONUS.
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73,
Greg - AB7R
Whidbey Island WA
NA-065
Eric.Wayne,
Will you be offering an accompanying outboard ATU
for the KPA500 in the same time frame or near it?
That will be a factor in my decision to buy one
early on.
TNX es 73 de N1LQ-Dave
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Hi Dave,
We're working on a high-performance, 500 watt+ balanced ATU (KAT500)
that can be used with the KPA500 or other amplifiers in this power
class. Details over coming months.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Oct 18, 2010, at 3:33 PM, David and Dianne on Comcast wrote:
Eric.Wayne,
Will you be
Hi Wayne,
Excellent news on the developing KATU-500 or
whatever it will be called.
Thanks for the quick reply.
I see this pair in my future.
Savings my $.01's
73 de N1LQ-Dave
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Sold to N3ND. Thanks for the emails. :)
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73,
Greg - AB7R
Whidbey Island WA
NA-065
On Mon Oct 18 14:52 , Greg - AB7R sent:
I have two of these for protecting the input of an SDR from two radios. I now
only need one. They're less than 9 mos old, mint condx and bought
Well, Dayton gets 20,000 people, Pacificon had maybe 2000. Not as
large. I feel the forums are better at Pacificon, as they have more
forums and rooms than Dayton. There are a lot of smart hams in the bay
area that really support the forums. The commercial and flea market
areas are not as large as
Hi,
That's extremely interesting. Will that be a motor driven or relay operated
tuner? Any hints as to size? More than one antenna?
AB2TC - Knut
wayne burdick wrote:
Hi Dave,
We're working on a high-performance, 500 watt+ balanced ATU (KAT500)
that can be used with the KPA500 or
Very rugged relay-switched L network. Probably about the size of a P3,
and usable at the base of the antenna or indoors. Probably 4 antenna
jacks.
That's all for now :)
Wayne
N6KR
On Oct 18, 2010, at 4:52 PM, ab2tc wrote:
Hi,
That's extremely interesting. Will that be a motor driven or
Hi again,
I am drooling already.
AB2TC - Knut
wayne burdick wrote:
Very rugged relay-switched L network. Probably about the size of a P3,
and usable at the base of the antenna or indoors. Probably 4 antenna
jacks.
That's all for now :)
Wayne
N6KR
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Hello Wayne,
The beauty of Elecraft gears is that you have the free choices to select your
preferred options to suit yourself. I am always interested in knowing the
total
bill of KPA500 + KAT500 as a whole in due course.
Naturally, I would expect a much stronger metal enclosure + screws +
I Guys, I know how frustrating this can be. I had the same problem with a power
line this last summer. You can have noise miles away off of a power line on
the
HF bands.
Most utility company's have a department to track down RFI interference. They
have equipment that will track it down to
Hi, Vidi:
I claim no originality for this other workaround:
For instance, DX1DX is xmitting USB on 28001 and listening on 29696.
Write the freqs down on scratch paper if you don't trust short-term memory
Tap AB twice to send 28001 and AB ALL (mode info) to sub-rx
Tap FREQ ENTER and enter
Looks like I missed a few other tricks (not treats) in the TS-590.
I refer the reader to Kenwood's own brochure for the TS-590 at:
http://www.kenwoodusa.com/UserFiles/File/UnitedStates/Communications/AMA/Brochures/TS-590.pdf
and their ad on the rear cover of QST for
November 2010.
The
Someone told me, when I was looking to buy my K3, that while the K3 was
the top of the heap today, soon or later someone would come out with
something equal or better. It's a competitive world.
I am pleased that Kenwood is finally doing something decent in HF. I
love my old TS-930s, a simple
according to priorities. The K3 will always be attractive because of
its kit orientation and a lot of options ...
Lets not forget the support issues. Which manufacturer allows the
designers to communicate directly with customers? When was the last
time one of the owners of YaeComnWood answered
Argument was that when the sunspot cycle peaks and especially with
beam antennas that rigs with down conversion will suffer from image
and IF rejection perhaps overload on 6-17m and that's why Kenwood
chose that approach.
More likely because:
1) the Kenwood DDS could not be made
The RS-232 cable between the P3 and the K3. You could make a box with a
DPST switch or relay to open the TXD and RXD lines if you don't want to
unplug the cable. On the other hand, how often do you adjust TX EQ? It
would probably be easier just to unplug the cable than to build a switch
box.
Guido wrote:
...it turned out that wrong toroid was supplied for T4 with the kit.
...At Elecraft they are aware of this.
One would have thought that Elecraft should have issued a notice about
a problem such as this which can cause real damage and waste great effort
for troubleshooting if 80m
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