Re: [Elecraft] OT - Why so much Off topic??

2011-05-27 Thread Dave Sergeant
For your information, G3NKC who started this thread, has now unsubscribed from the reflector. If only people would use these properly in their subject lines the filtering would do the job. Unfortunately they don't. We have for instance KX3, KX-3, KX 3 - and I see today we even have CK722 and

Re: [Elecraft] OT - Why so much Off topic??

2011-05-27 Thread Pierfrancesco Caci
On Fri, 27 May 2011 07:00:53 +0100 Dave Sergeant d...@davesergeant.com wrote: If only people would use these properly in their subject lines the filtering would do the job. Unfortunately they don't. We have for instance KX3, KX-3, KX 3 - and I see today we even have CK722 and CK-722. It

[Elecraft] KX3: Mistake on KX3 page

2011-05-27 Thread Ian Maude
In the text at the start regarding the KXPA100, it mentions an internal ATU option. Later on it states that it is a bolt on. Make your mind up guys ;) 73 Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC HB9DRV-9 DX Clusters Member RSGB, GQRP 9838, FISTS 14077 | K3 #455 http://www.m0scg.org.uk

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: Mistake on KX3 page

2011-05-27 Thread Ian Maude
Oh and a typo in the Options and Accessories section on the right regarding Full remote control. One too many bullet points I think :) 73 Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC HB9DRV-9 DX Clusters Member RSGB, GQRP 9838, FISTS 14077 | K3 #455 http://www.m0scg.org.uk On 27 May 2011 08:32,

Re: [Elecraft] OT - Why so much Off topic??

2011-05-27 Thread Guy Olinger K2AV
I use the Gmail client for email. Even with a pile of 70 or 80 messages, I can use the J and X hot keys to go down the list and mark entire threads for deletion in less than 60 seconds. It's limited by how fast I can read the titles. I click on the delete button and all that remains is stuff I

Re: [Elecraft] Battery Charger Voltage High?

2011-05-27 Thread Wes Stewart
That's simply not true. There is a lot of information on the web about battery charging and care, particularly from manufacturers. Yet this thread and others about battery charging are full of, frankly, lousy information. It's not unusual to do equalization charges on wet batteries at over

[Elecraft] testmessage

2011-05-27 Thread ddillenburger
Ignore please, test message, tnx! __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 roofing filters

2011-05-27 Thread Bruce Beford
Not a mechanical filter, but a low noise active audio filter running around 11 KHz prior to the ADC. The 4 selectable bandwidths will help keep unwanted off-signal energy out of the ADC. -Bruce, N1RX I think that I heard Wayne say at the Elecraft display in Dayton that they were mechanical

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Current Draw vs. Options

2011-05-27 Thread Don Wilhelm
John, The typical receive current for a K2/10 is 240 to 300 ma. depending on the option set. If the KDSP2 is added, it will be higher by about 50 ma. A fully loaded K2 I am currently working on draws 300 ma. with all options connected (with KAF2 not the KDSP2). Removing the KAT2 and the

Re: [Elecraft] Battery Charger Voltage High?

2011-05-27 Thread Don Wilhelm
Wes, Oh, I do understand the UC3906 charge controller. Its bulk charge is a constant current source, which means the voltage is not controlled (except by the battery). Once the voltage reaches the V12 point, it goes into an overvoltage charge until the current drops to a defined rate,

[Elecraft] MSWE

2011-05-27 Thread John Cooper
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[Elecraft] [K3][TQ; ] would it be possible to return the reason we are in tx mode?

2011-05-27 Thread Kyle Smith
Hi folks, As I understand it, when the K3 receives the GET command `TQ:' it will respond with `TQ1;', even if the K3 has been placed in |TX TEST|. It would be useful for us programmer types if this query were followed by an argument that qualified what manner of transmit mode the K3 was in;

Re: [Elecraft] K3 antenna tuner question

2011-05-27 Thread PKA
Thats an interesting observation Guy. Anybody out there who can explain? Now, the ATU process is done at low power, so there should be some other explanation why the K3 ATU fails to stop at the best LC combination. 73 Poul-Erik -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: guyk...@gmail.com

Re: [Elecraft] [K3][TQ; ] would it be possible to return the reason we are in tx mode?

2011-05-27 Thread Dick Dievendorff
You can determine the TxTest state from the IC command response. This is the technique used in the K3 Utility. 73 de Dick, K6KR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Kyle Smith Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 6:50 AM

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Web Page and Data Sheet now up

2011-05-27 Thread Mike Fatchett W0MU
Thanks! Any thoughts on having a 200w amp available. I would be looking to use the KX3 mobile and an extra 100 watts helps. On 5/26/2011 1:12 PM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: See: http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/kx3.htm 73, Eric WA6HHQ

Re: [Elecraft] This really bugs me

2011-05-27 Thread Terry Schieler
WOW! Just INCREDIBLE! Eric and Wayne (and crew) continue to amaze me. Terry, W0FM -Original Message- From: Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft [mailto:e...@elecraft.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 10:44 PM To: Doug Person Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] This really

[Elecraft] [KX3] Screwdriver Antenna Tuning ??

2011-05-27 Thread Phil Hystad
The KX3 surely looks like a nice mobile rig that may replace my IC-706 But, I would need a good screwdriver antenna tuning interface. Currently, I use the Turbo-Tuner by N2VZ which is fitted to the IC-706 tune control. I have a Hi-Q 4/80 antenna mounted on my pickup truck. So, several

[Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread John/K8AZT
My K3 sn1693 has just started exhibiting a troubling problem. Operation in CW when I put key down, the rig shuts off completely. When turning back on, it forgets frequency that was set just prior to shut down. I thought this might be rf in shack, so tried with dummy load and same problem.

[Elecraft] KAT3 and Six Meters ...

2011-05-27 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
I'm seeing a strange behavior with the KAT3 on six. If I engage the tuner it finds a low SWR and stops tuning. However, if I then close the Key the K3 shows HI SWR and folds back. This happens even on the dummy load (1.15:1). It does not happen on any other band. Suggestions? 73, ...

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread Chuck Shefflette
Check your power connections. It sounds like you may have a loose connection that is OK in receive but as soon as transmit current starts to flow the voltage drops low enough to shut off the K3. 73, Chuck - AA3CS On 27 May 2011, at 11:25, John/K8AZT wrote: My K3 sn1693 has just started

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread k . igor
Sounds like you may have problem with your power supply. Monitor power supply voltage while you key the rig, see if it stays correct. If it does, check the power cable and see if the APP connectors are fully engaged and not just partially inserted. Try to key it with reduced power output

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread Dennis Moore
Have you checked your power supply connections? Or the power supply itself? My K2/100 was doing that in SSB at high power, upgraded to a better supply and problem disappeared. 73, Dennis NJ6G On 5/27/2011 8:25 AM, John/K8AZT wrote: My K3 sn1693 has just started exhibiting a troubling problem.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread Don
That happens to me occasionally when I pull a little too much current from my old 20 amp power supply which goes into current limit, shuts down for a few milliseconds, and then starts again after the K3 has crashed. It happens so fast that it is not apparent what has happened. Just a thought.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread Dick Dievendorff
I would look first for a low voltage under load situation. Maybe a power connector has worked loose. The VFO frequency is normally saved during the controlled shutdown process initiated by pressing the K3 front panel power button. Pulling the plug doesn't give the firmware a chance to save the

[Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Lee Buller
What does this mean and how does this work? See the following quote Accessory/RS232 port for computer control using supplied cable Is there a port on the rear for a serial connectionor what? I did not look at that when I saw it at Dayton. Can this be clarified? Lee -

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: Mistake on KX3 page

2011-05-27 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
The 100W KXAT100 tuner attaches to the bottom of the KXPA100 and makes them a single integrated amp/tuner. Of course, the other low power ATU is internal to the KX3. 73, Eric On 5/27/2011 12:32 AM, Ian Maude wrote: In the text at the start regarding the KXPA100, it mentions an internal ATU

Re: [Elecraft] CK-722 [END of Thread]

2011-05-27 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Let's let this OT thread rest for now in the interest of limiting email overload. :-) 73, Eric Elecraft list modulator On 5/26/2011 10:22 PM, Phil Hystad wrote: Wow. I have not even thought about the CK722 for many decades... __

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
On the side. 73, Eric On 5/27/2011 9:00 AM, Lee Buller wrote: What does this mean and how does this work? See the following quote Accessory/RS232 port for computer control using supplied cable Is there a port on the rear for a serial connectionor what? I did not look

[Elecraft] KX3 100 Watt Amp?

2011-05-27 Thread Dan Boardman
Where can I get the details on the 100 watt amp for the KX3 - specs - price - etc.? How does it compare size wise - price wise to the JUMA 100?? Thanks Dan - KI4YZE __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] First Running of MCC QP

2011-05-27 Thread gary bartlett
To All Contesters and Casual Operators: The inaugural running of the Maritime Contest Club (MCC) QSO Party is slated for 4 and 5 June (next weekend). Rules are shown here http://www.maritimecontestclub.com/maritimeqsoparty.html and the contest is also listed here

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Screwdriver Antenna Tuning ??

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
We've already provided the needed hardware for this in the KX3, so an interface could be supported. It may take some time to add the needed control firmware. 73, Wayne N6KR On May 27, 2011, at 8:19 AM, Phil Hystad wrote: The KX3 surely looks like a nice mobile rig that may replace my

Re: [Elecraft] First Running of MCC QP

2011-05-27 Thread Ken Chandler
It is the IARU region 1 Field Day 4/5th June, the whole of EU will be QRV for this one including my club x2 stations on all with K3's. We are G5XV/P in RSGB open section 100w entry. Ken..G0ORH -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 100 Watt Amp?

2011-05-27 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
We will post more data as we proceed. There is no additional info at this time. The best place to watch, besides here, is: http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/kx3.htm 73, Eric WA6HHQ www.elecraft.com On 5/27/2011 9:14 AM, Dan Boardman wrote: Where can I get the details on the 100 watt amp for the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread nr4c
Sounds to me like they are providing a serial cable (one end, DB-9 to fit computer and the other end a diferent connector to fit KX3 but not a DB-9 die to limited space). ...bill nr4c On Fri, 27 May 2011 09:00:38 -0700 (PDT), Lee Buller wrote: What does this mean and how does this work?

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread David Ferrington, M0XDF
not sure it's not a DB9, otherwise, why advertise the KUSB along with the KX3 - Eric/Wayne? 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174, P3 #108, KX3 #??? On 27 May 2011, at 17:59, nr4c wrote: Sounds to me like they are providing a serial cable (one end, DB-9 to fit computer and the other end a diferent connector

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 100 Watt Amp?

2011-05-27 Thread goldtr8
It sure would be nice if elecraft could find the resources to give us a 500w mobile amp.For 100w max I have no good reason to change from my IC 7000 in my mobile operation. However, I already know the answer is that for now they have to finish what they already have on the design and

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Jim Sheldon
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[Elecraft] KX3.. kit, assemble or prebuilt?

2011-05-27 Thread Dave KK7SS
If this has been previously asked, I apologise. Is the KX3 going to be a full kit? Or a partial kit - SMD's already installed? Or an 'assemble it' - a la K3 'kit' ? Or available pre-built? Inquiring minds (or just plain nosy!) Thanks... -- Dave G KK7SS DN06ig Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor

[Elecraft] [K3] Receive Equalization - Programmers Reference

2011-05-27 Thread Rick Stealey
I'm trying to learn writing K3 macros.  On p4 of the Programmers Reference is an example called EQ Mic1 where we can set up microphone equalization.  This would allow selection of eq for multiple microphones.  I would like to do a similar thing with receive equalization (different settings for

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread KU4AF
Of course, right next to the Shifafa! I don't want YaeKenCom, That's not where I'm from, Give DX no place to hide. I want the Mojo sauce On an awesome rig With Shifafa on the side. John, KU4AF Pittsboro, NC On the side. 73, Eric On 5/27/2011 9:00 AM, Lee Buller wrote: What does this mean

[Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread George Winship, NC5G
I'm planning on replacing my IC-730 that has been my mobile rig for 20+ years with the KX3 and wonder what the receive audio output is. My K2 doesn't have quite enough audio for mobile use(at least for me it doesn't), so hope the KX3 will have more. Didn't see this info on the KX3 page. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Jim Dunstan
At 09:00 AM 5/27/2011 -0700, you wrote: What does this mean and how does this work? See the following quote Accessory/RS232 port for computer control using supplied cable Is there a port on the rear for a serial connectionor what? I did not look at that when I saw it at

[Elecraft] KX3 Dimensions

2011-05-27 Thread David Yarnes
Wayne-- Is the KX3 depth dimension (1.7 inches) just the case, or does it include the control knobs? If it's just the case, can you give us that dimension including the dials/knobs? Actually, the freq. dial looks just like the one on the K3, so I can probably figure it out myself, but just

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Receive Equalization - Programmers Reference

2011-05-27 Thread ab2tc
Hi, Apparently not implemented yet. Hopefully we will see it soon as I wanmt to make macros to reduce the tonal pitch difference between USB and LSB. AB2TC - Knut Rick Stealey wrote: I'm trying to learn writing K3 macros.  On p4 of the Programmers Reference is an example called EQ Mic1

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread iain macdonnell - N6ML
I would expect there to be a DB9 on the computer end of the supplied cable. My guess is that the KX3 end will be a 1/8 TRS jack, like the W2, to save space, as Bill said. The computer end of the supplied cable could plug into the KUSB. ~iain / N6ML On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 5:04 PM, David

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
The KX3 is *very* compact, and so is its speaker. It is adequate for use in a reasonably quiet environment. In a noisy vehicle, it is definitely not going to provide enough audio. Also, with mono audio you'd miss out on one of the KX3's binaural audio features (dual watch, simulated

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Same cable as used on the W1, W2, K144XV and XG3. 73, Eric WA6HHQ --- On 5/27/2011 11:26 AM, Jim Dunstan wrote: At 09:00 AM 5/27/2011 -0700, you wrote: What does this mean and how does this work? See the following quote Accessory/RS232 port for computer control using

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Dimensions

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
The dimensions are for the enclosure, less projections. Same control knobs as the ones used for the K3 function encoders. The VFO knob is brand new and lower profile than the K3's. In fact it might work as a K3 VFO B knob :) It has a rubber band and is styled the same as the K3's VFO A

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Guy Olinger K2AV
Using a stereo jack as RS232 is quite common. I have some number of non-Elecraft devices that do that, including Microham boxes. It does preclude use of RTS and DTR for anything. All has to be done in the ASCII stream, but it has worked just fine. 73, Guy. On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 2:39 PM,

[Elecraft] KX3 Audio

2011-05-27 Thread István Szabó
Could the KX3 tell frequency, mode for disabled? István Szabó __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Quesiton on PC Control

2011-05-27 Thread Guy Olinger K2AV
XG3 cable is female RS232 (holes) to stereo jack. 73, Guy. On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 2:36 PM, iain macdonnell - N6ML a...@dseven.org wrote: I would expect there to be a DB9 on the computer end of the supplied cable. My guess is that the KX3 end will be a 1/8 TRS jack, like the W2, to save

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Power calibration failure

2011-05-27 Thread Wes Stewart
My two-year old K3/100 developed an intermittent power problem.  At first I had the PA in and out a couple of times thinking it was the reported connector pin problem.  No luck.  I noted that pushing on the KANT3 board that is used with no ATU would fix the problem for a time. Fix meaning it

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread George Winship, NC5G
Given the above, I strongly recommend using your car's stereo audio lt;system for AF output. Many vehicles have an AF aux input jack. For gt; those that don't, there are FM modulators such as the RadioPlay 300 (from Monster Mobile) or aftermarket devices that allow you to tap into the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
Yes, in CW, like the KX1. Wayne N6KR http://www.elecraft.com On May 27, 2011, at 11:56 AM, István Szabó ha...@t-online.hu wrote: Could the KX3 tell frequency, mode for disabled? István Szabó __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 and Six Meters ...

2011-05-27 Thread Svend Spanget
RF feedback? Svend, OZ7UV -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT3-and-Six-Meters-tp6411527p6412296.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] [K3][TQ; ] would it be possible to return the reason we are in tx mode?

2011-05-27 Thread Kyle Smith
Thanks Dick, I suppose a program should be receiving `IC' state information rather frequently, to maintain synchronicity with the myriad state registers that are maintained and exposed by the K3's API. My hope was that the `TQ;' directive would be able to inform the programmer of the event by

Re: [Elecraft] KX3.. kit, assemble or prebuilt?

2011-05-27 Thread Dave KK7SS
Many thanks for the answers. g Just what I needed to know,, Now to wait for pricing and availability G -- Dave G KK7SS DN06ig Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 '65 Sprite - in process '76 Midget - shared with my #4 son. '06 Honda Civic Hybrid

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread Jim Brown
On 5/27/2011 11:37 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Given the above, I strongly recommend using your car's stereo audio system for AF output. One potential issue with that is that nearby FM radios (including those in passing cars) will hear your RX. It's a real PITA to be driving along listening to

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Screwdriver Antenna Tuning ??

2011-05-27 Thread Phil Hystad
Wayne, Thanks for the quick response. Would the KX3 control interface be command oriented or some voltage controlled signaling interface? Also, in asking this question I am stretching my understanding of how such an interface would work so if I am off base I welcome correction. 73, phil,

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 and Six Meters ...

2011-05-27 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
RF feedback? Not likely with a dummy load! However, I added choke cores to the feedline with no change in behavior. Note - I can easily achieve a 1:1 SWR (and no foldback) by using CONFIG:LC SET. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 5/27/2011 3:28 PM, Svend Spanget wrote: RF feedback? Svend, OZ7UV

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Screwdriver Antenna Tuning ??

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
Logic drive signals (up/down). You'd have a special TUNE mode that would bypass the internal ATU, if present, then adjust the antennas while watching for lowest SWR. All a small matter of programming in the KX3 itself. But the drive signals would need suitable buffering. 73, Wayne N6KR On

[Elecraft] [XG3] Looking for a few XG3 owners for Beta FW testing

2011-05-27 Thread Paul Saffren
I have a new version of XG3 firmware that includes a RTTY sender along with some new features to the CW beacon. If you're interested in loading and testing this firmware, let me know an I'll email it to you along with the release notes which contain the instructions for the RTTY sender. The

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread Fred Jensen
On 5/27/2011 12:38 PM, Jim Brown wrote: One potential issue with that is that nearby FM radios (including those in passing cars) will hear your RX. It's a real PITA to be driving along listening to NPR or a jazz station and have someone's rock and roll crap over-ride it. Rock and roll is

Re: [Elecraft] [XG3] Looking for a few XG3 owners for Beta FW testing

2011-05-27 Thread Guy Olinger K2AV
Deal me in. 73, Guy. On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 4:16 PM, Paul Saffren pa...@elecraft.com wrote: I  have a new version of XG3 firmware that includes a RTTY sender along with some new features to the CW beacon. If you're interested in loading and testing this firmware, let me know an I'll email it

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio

2011-05-27 Thread István Szabó
Great, thank you! István Szabó On 5/27/2011 9:24 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Yes, in CW, like the KX1. Wayne N6KR http://www.elecraft.com On May 27, 2011, at 11:56 AM, István Szabóha...@t-online.hu wrote: Could the KX3 tell frequency, mode for disabled? István Szabó

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shutdown

2011-05-27 Thread Lou Kolb
Same thing here. It began right after I had upgraded to 436 but I had a feeling it might be RF getting into the power supply, an Astron over 20 years old. Haven't checked the voltage under load yet but will do so. lou - Original Message - From: John/K8AZT k8azt...@sbcglobal.net To:

[Elecraft] Looking for testers for PC app that opens up more of the K3 to blind hams

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
Hi all, Mike, NF3L, has been working hard on a PCsoftware application that allows blind hams to use the K3's menus, etc. He's putting the finishing touches on the first beta version, and he'd love to have a few more testers -- blind or sighted -- to give him some feedback. Please contact

Re: [Elecraft] (no subject)

2011-05-27 Thread Russell Boutell
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Re: [Elecraft] K3EXREF Shipping Date?

2011-05-27 Thread WW2R Elecraft
I also got the same reply from Vicki at elecraft on 5/17 that it would be shipped next week ie the week now ending. Having not received the despatch notice I called her 2 hours ago to enquire and was told the 20 outstanding orders are now ready and will be shipped next tuesday Dave ww2r

[Elecraft] K3 Power calibration failure FIXED!

2011-05-27 Thread Brian Alsop
The owner called Elecraft support. They told him to tighten up the three screws on the bottom plate having lock washers. Voila, it works. How did they know that? Incredible. 73 de Brian/K3KO On 5/27/2011 00:05, Brian Alsop wrote: I'm posting this for KK4AOA. He will be joining the group

[Elecraft] Pelican 1510 Case

2011-05-27 Thread W0MU Mike Fatchett
FYI The K3 barely fits in the 1510 case for those thinking about a hard case. The K3 just fits width wise in the case with no foam. Also there are protrusions into the bottom of the case where the wheels are located. I thought I could get more things inside the case than I was able to. A

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread Brendan Minish
The surplus Motorola speaker are truly excellent speakers for radio use, both mobile and in the shack. They have high efficiency and a frequency response that is ideal for Radio use. I don't know what type of AF amp the KX3 will use but there are now some really superb class 'D' switching audio

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
http://www.analog.com/en/audiovideo-products/audio-signal-processors/ad1990/products/product.html One problem with this class of device is the bridge tied outputs. The speaker(s) are no longer ground referenced - both sides must float. This increases RFI issues (not the RF chokes in the

[Elecraft] rubber band vfo

2011-05-27 Thread John Cooper
Anyone have a supply of the rubber bands from yaesu for the k2’s vfo knob. Or know a supply for a black or grey rubber band. The ones used at Market basket for broccoli were red. __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3EXREF Shipping Date?

2011-05-27 Thread pcbyrne
Mine was shipped on May 26, about 5 days after I ordered it. Palmer W7NMD _ From: Dave-3 [via Elecraft] [mailto:ml-node+6412856-5398946-157...@n2.nabble.com] Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 6:07 PM To: pcbyrne Subject: Re: K3EXREF Shipping Date? I also got the same reply from

Re: [Elecraft] rubber band vfo

2011-05-27 Thread Phillip Shepard
I cut my K2 rubber band from a section of bicycle inner tube. If you can find one a little smaller in diameter (probably a 1.125 to 1.25 tube), it can be stretched to fit on the knob. The trick is getting parallel cuts through the tube. It may have taken a few attempts, but the old tube

[Elecraft] KX3 to T1 cable

2011-05-27 Thread Doug Phillips
Will this cable be available with the release of the KX3? 73, Doug W7RDP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This

[Elecraft] ANNOUNCEMENT: QRP-ARCI HOOTOWL SPRINT

2011-05-27 Thread Jeff Hetherington
2010 QRP-ARCI(sm) HOOT OWL SPRINT DATE/TIME: 8pm to Midnight LOCAL TIME on 29 May 2011. OBJECTIVE: To test your ability to make contacts late into the evening local time. MODE: HF CW Only. EXCHANGE: Members send: RST, State/Province/Country, ARCI member number Non-Members

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Audio output

2011-05-27 Thread Dave KK7SS
I used a set of Tweakers for speaker output on the KX1. Self powered from an internal battery that recharges usinf a D cable to any USB port. Don't know if they are still available... :\ -- Dave G KK7SS DN06ig Richland, WA '59 Morris Minor 1000 '65 Sprite - in process '76 Midget - shared

[Elecraft] KPA500 problems

2011-05-27 Thread ai6ii
It is out of great frustration that I write this. What's up with Elecraft and the KPA500? I was so excited when KPA500 arrived May 11th. It was a culmination of six months of waiting and saving and finally it was here! Having previously built my K3, P3 and W2, this time I chose to get it factory

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 problems

2011-05-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Wow!! Bad news. Let's see if the amp can be made operational for the weekend. First, what size fuses did you put in? There are two different ratings supplied: 6A for 240 volt mains and 12A for 120 volt mains. If you have 120 V mains and used the left-over fuses they were probably the 6A and

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 problems

2011-05-27 Thread Phil Hystad
Mike, Sorry for your bad experience. But, aren't you glad that you are dealing with Elecraft who will do a good job of responding to your problems. Just think if you had bought a THP or Ameritron Amp and had to deal with problems. Hope to hear about the ultimate problem and fix. I do think

Re: [Elecraft] rubber band vfo

2011-05-27 Thread John Cooper
Well it just so happen both my girls back tires were flat so I cut the tube out of one and reversed it and cleaned it and stuck it on the k2. Once I armor all it and get the powdery talc off of it I think it will look stock. definitely like the feel of it now. Also went ahead and took some

Re: [Elecraft] Dayton

2011-05-27 Thread Gary
I just returned from the Dayton Hamvention a few days ago and am catching up on my emails. Nearly 1000 from the Elecraft group alone. My question for Don or anyone in the know, what is FDIM? Gary N6LRV -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] CK722 transistor

2011-05-27 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Lee, I don't think I saved any, but I had a silver cased tall but square unit which I remember as the CK722. I remember it well because of the expense and how careful I had to be. I could be mistaken as I also used a ?2n384? device as well. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Dayton

2011-05-27 Thread John KLim
Gary FDIM stands for Four Days In May for more information see http://www.fdim.qrparci.org/. I hope this helps. 73 ES CUL DE N3KHK John R. Klim II ARRL LM, AMSAT LM 10-10: 68135 30MDG: 1820 QSL: LoTW, Bureau, Direct, eQSL as a courtesy -Original

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 problems

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
What's up with Elecraft and the KPA500... Mike, This is an very unusual experience, and I'd like to apologize on behalf of my staff. (It's hard to imagine we would have left the fuses out. Ouch.) All new products go through a get-the-kinks-out period. I'm sorry you got caught in the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 to T1 cable

2011-05-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
Not necessarily. We have a lot to do, and some items will be phased in as time permits. 73, Wayne N6KR On May 27, 2011, at 6:35 PM, Doug Phillips wrote: Will this cable be available with the release of the KX3? 73, Doug W7RDP __

[Elecraft] For sale - Paddles Straight Keys

2011-05-27 Thread Ken Alexander
Hi Folks, I have several straight keys and paddles for sale, originally owned by a ham friend who passed away recently. 1.  Bencher chrome straight key, model RJ-2 -- $90Photo:   http://www.flickr.com/photos/kenaimages/5766548153/in/photostream 2.  Vibroplex straight key, chrome base --

Re: [Elecraft] Dayton

2011-05-27 Thread Igor Kosvin
FDIM is Four Days In May. This is some kind of mini-convention of QRP-ers in certain hotel outside of Dayton OH, that runs in parallel with the Hamvention. That what I was told, I am personally never been neither on FDIM nor the Hamvention. Maybe one day... 73, Igor, N1YX -Original

[Elecraft] KPA500 problems

2011-05-27 Thread zendoc
Wow Mike, that's really bad luck and very frustrating. I've been about to order a KPA500 to go with my K3, but after your story, I might hang back a while. Bad news about having to ship your amp back, but not as expensive has having to ship it back to the US from down here. I wouldn't like to