Re: [Elecraft] RX in and out questions

2011-12-30 Thread Cady, Fred
Hi Tom, Pressing the RX button switches the receiver to the RX-IN ant. If Rxin and Rxout are jumpered RX Ant in and out would be the transmit antenna. There is a block diagram on my website that might help you understand it. See http://www.ke7x.com/home/guide-to-the-k3/chapter-5 73, Fred The

Re: [Elecraft] dynamic range question was [FT817] ELECRAFT

2011-12-30 Thread Jim Brown
On 12/30/2011 3:05 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: OK ... yet another thing I've apparently forgotten or confused since college oh so many years ago. I thought [and thought I've always thought]: No problem with your definitions, but I was simply attempting to simplify the practical effect of that 30

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2011-12-30 Thread Edward R. Cole
Since Wayne indicates they're open to the possibility of 70cm, eventually, and some subsequent comments consider a couple approaches: Since there is room for both 20w HF tuner and 2m module, perhaps the 70cm module could occupy the space for the tuner to provide 2m/70cm, or Perhaps a combo

[Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Let me start off by stating that I own a K2, a pair of K3's and a P3. I also own an FT817. 1. Yes, the KX3 is way better in terms of rx specs and some options 2. The FT817 ain't bad either, especially factoring in price (well, my price) These are really two very different radios.

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread Wayne Burdick
Nice analysis, Doug, but just for completeness' sake: we designed the KX3 as both a field and compact home station (with optional 100 W) -- hence the performance goals. 73, Wayne N6KR On Dec 30, 2011, at 9:16 PM, DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL wrote: Let me start off by stating that I own a K2, a pair

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread David Elliott
Here is a really neat 100 watt amp that can be frequency controlled by the FT817. It can be ordered from Japan. http://www.thp.co.jp/english/hl_100bdx_e.html I look forward to my KX3 but don't plan to sell the FT817. As you say, they are different radios for different uses. 73 de W6BK

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread James Puah
Me either, Ordered a fully loaded KX3 minus the paddle, keeping my 817ND and 703, perhaps selling just one of the two 703s I own to make space :-) James Puah 9V1JP -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth. net] On Behalf Of David

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft
And as a great mobile rig - especially when paired with the KXPA100 amp. :-) 73, Eric www.elecraft.com _..._ On Dec 30, 2011, at 9:22 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: Nice analysis, Doug, but just for completeness' sake: we designed the KX3 as both a field and compact home

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread Wayne Burdick
Hi David, We're familiar with this amp. The KXPA100 will have several additional features by comparison: 160-meter coverage; better transmit 3rd-order IMD (optimized low-pass filters for each band); optional built-in 100- W ATU (KXPA100) with two antenna jacks; instant auto-bandswitching

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread Wayne Burdick
On Dec 30, 2011, at 10:02 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: optional built-in 100-W ATU (KXPA100)... Make that KXAT100. Wayne __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread James Puah
I want the amp Wayne. I promise I will reserve a special place in my study room for the KX3/KXPA100 Combo, I promise :-) James Puah 9V1JP -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth. net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: 2011年12月31日 PM

[Elecraft] [K3] losing FP buttons, one or two at a time

2011-12-30 Thread Steve Ward
My beloved K3 #1544 has developed a disturbing malady, the front panel buttons seem to be dying off. Each time I try to use the rig another one or two have bitten the dust. Switch test mode confirms they are no longer being read by the radio. Anyone seen this before? Waiting now on a price

[Elecraft] 100W amp for the KX3

2011-12-30 Thread Joseph Trombino, Jr
Just wondering if the matching 100W amp for the KX3 will also cover 2M or just 160M thru 6M??? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread David Elliott
Hi Wayne, The KXPA100 was not available when I got the HL 100 and perhaps not even a gleam in your eye yet. I am sure it will be up to your usual standards with many unique design features. When do you think it will b available? 73 de W6BK On Dec 30, 2011, at 10:02 PM, Wayne Burdick

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread Wayne Burdick
2012. Wayne On Dec 30, 2011, at 11:01 PM, David Elliott wrote: Hi Wayne, The KXPA100 was not available when I got the HL 100 and perhaps not even a gleam in your eye yet. I am sure it will be up to your usual standards with many unique design features. When do you think it will b

Re: [Elecraft] 100W amp for the KX3

2011-12-30 Thread Wayne Burdick
160-6 m. Wayne On Dec 30, 2011, at 10:57 PM, Joseph Trombino, Jr wrote: Just wondering if the matching 100W amp for the KX3 will also cover 2M or just 160M thru 6M??? 73, Joe W2KJ I QRP, therefore I am

[Elecraft] K2 SSB audio distorted. Realignment, MIC gain mod etc.

2011-12-30 Thread Andreas Hofmann
Hi I have SN 2555 and have exclusively used it for CW. Now, I am trying to use it for SSB, but I am getting reports of distortion. Even with SSBA 1 and SSBC 1:1. If I speak really quietly, with microphone about 10 inches away, the distortion is manageable but not fully gone. ALC seems to go a

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