All,
I purchased 200 Hz 5-pole filters for my K3. They work fine except for one
oddity: If I set a manual notch at exactly 700 Hz, then sweep the bandwidth
control from the maximum of 2.5 KHz to a minimum 0.05 KHz, I would expect
the audio to disappear at whatever the notch width is, (Passband
Realize the XV144 (external transverter) is spec'd for 144 to 146MHz. Also
running FM it is recommended you run at lower power than the max 20W. Most
FM repeaters in the US are 145-147.999. May be different elsewhere.
The internal transverter K144XV also works in 2MHz bands and switches the LO
Thanks for the reality check Lyle!
73,
Barry N1EU
On Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 2:49 AM, Lyle Johnson [via Elecraft]
ml-node+s365791n7564436...@n2.nabble.com wrote:
Not yet, but soon.
Lyle KK7P
Sent from my iPad
On Oct 21, 2012, at 5:51 PM, Barry N1EU [hidden email] wrote:
I don't see the AF
hello all,
control board on K2, there P7 he must put the rider in a unique position to
test or not to wear?
there is nothing to indicate on this jumper, so I would ask.
during assembly
K2 # 7369
73 , Christophe F8ACF-56
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Hello Andrew,
My set up is similar to Johhny, but with the cables connected from the
KPA100. I am using relatively resonant antennas, so have tuned the
KPA100/KAT100 combination into a dummy load on these bands and set the
KAT100 in the locked mode (sorry can't remember the correct designation)
Hello Calvin,
Welcome to the Elecraft List.
Were you using a dummy load or your antenna when looking at your K2's output
with an Oscilloscope?
Is the frequency of the modulation/ ripple which you see equal to the
sidetone frequency, or a harmonic of the sidetone's frequency, which you are
Hi George,
I have a similar set-up, having added the KPA500 two or so weeks ago.
Recently a local ham using an SDR as a spectrum analyser notied that I have
a lot of splatter on my signal.
The KPA500 is locted about 8 inches above the K2 and KPA100. I have not
fittted the VCO Shield. Thanks to
Thanks for the info on the batteries. I went through some of the ones I have
and the last batch I got are Sanyos (ordered online) and they say Japan on
them. I may just charge these up and see how they work, I think they are
around 2 years old (I used them in my camera and HT before).
On a side
I would like to order a set of set screws and maybe a new top plate for my
KXPD3. I put in the firm spring which works for me but had trouble with the
top plate getting one of the pivot posts back in all the way...finally
cleaning out the hole with a small round file. All works great now, but a
Hi, this is IW0HQE, Alessandro, from Italy, a very happy owner of the superb
K-line.
I would like to report what I consider a minor issue/behavior of my KPA500
power amplifier.
The amplifier is working flawlessly, and I am definately very satisfied with
it. Only a very peculiar event happened a
Calvin,
Do you have anything with a transformer within 2 feet of the K2? If so,
isolate the K2 by moving it away from everything and see if the ripple
goes away.
If the problem disappears with the isolation, you can install the
optional VCOSHLDKT which shields the VFO inductor.
73,
Don
Christophe,
That header is to select the input to the internal K2 voltmeter. If you
are using that sincle wire probe that the manual instructs you to build,
you will put the jumper on the two pins marked EXT, but normally you
will place it on the pins marked INT
Note, if you have th ejumper
Hello Alessandro,
This has happened with my amp from new, Elecraft support (Jack Brindle)
have been working with myself and one or two others with this problem
for a solution. I'm sure he will soon be in touch after you have
contacted him.
You might find that when changing bands, this
With the CQWWSSB coming up next weekend I decided to work on solving the
nagging issue of not having an HF band decoder for my KX3 to automatically
select antennas and switch the Low Pass filters. I am using the RS232 data
from the KX3. The writeup is at http://g4fre.com/KX3_RS232_hf.htm
Dave
Does the amp show HV=80 V when switched to xmit?
If not reposition the interlock switch and make sure the screw and nuts
of the plunger to activiate it are tight and correct.
73 de Brian/K3KO
On 10/22/2012 13:41, Roger Dallimore wrote:
Hello Alessandro,
This has happened with my amp from
Looks like an interesting project.
If your computer also has an LPT port (or add-on card) you can have
N1MM, DXLabs and other programs provide BCD signals on the port to an
external band decoder.
73
Greg
AB7R
On 10/22/12, WW2R Elecraft elecr...@g4fre.com wrote:
With the CQWWSSB coming up next
On Oct 21, 2012, at 7:37, Barry N1EU barry.n...@gmail.com wrote:
I don't think you'll find any off-the-shelf headset with a compatible PTT
switch. You can use the TX button on the front of the rig or VOX - both
these headsets work well on VOX.
Depends on what nature decided to do around you
My experience with the K2 and the much smaller transformer in an antenna rotor
control
lead me to believe that it is very likely that the big transformer in the
KPA500 is
FM-ing your K2. The VCO shield kit is likely to solve this problem.
On 10/22/2012 3:53 AM, VK1OO, Mike Walkington wrote:
Hi,
FW: uC 05.41 + d1/2 2.76 + FL1.15
Switching to manual notch in both modes.
Notch working on CW as it should, notch switches off at 100hz en 50 Hz
BW. (No serious problem :-) )
Notch working on SSB and data as it should, also at lowest BW, which is
150Hz for SSB.
73
Arie PA3A
Op
Hi guys,
I sold my k3 to finance the purchase of a kx3 but I saved the mh2 mike from th3
k2 thinking I'd use it with the kx3 should have done my research first! Is
there a simple adapter to go from the 8 pin plug of the mh2 to mike to the kx3?
Thanks,
Gary Slagel
KT0A
Hi guys,
I just traded in my K2 on a shiny new KX3 and saved my old mh2 mike. What is
the easiest way to convert my mh2 with the 8 pin connector to use with the
kx3? Hopefully a simple adapter?
Thanks,
Gary Slagel
KT0A
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Hi Alessandro: I've been using a KPA500 for over a year now with my K3 / P3
equipment and not experienced the problem you described. In my case, I
leave the rear panel switch On anytime I'm in the ham shack and then if I
need to use the KPA500, I turn On the front panel switch - wait about 5
Hi
I recently noticed 2 changes in the emailing's:
I no longer can read the details below the top index using outlook, but I
can read it using my Gmail account, so that's where I read it.
Also, when I do find an item, say #20, and look for the 20 below, there
are no numbers identifying the 20
Congratulations Keith. I built my K2 #7240 in Nov 2011 so it's good to know
that K2's are still being sold at a steady clip.
Take as much time as you need to get it right. It's a very well put-together
kit and an impressively engineered transceiver.
Dave
AA7EE
I’ve experienced the exact same behavior with my KPA-500 and simply turned it
to stby and back to oper. I dismissed it as something that I was doing wrong
and went ahead with my operating. I usually turn on my KPA-500 with my K3 PF2
programed “KPA – on” message of
We're testing a field-test release of K3 firmware, 4.55. Release notes
below. However, we have a few more changes to make before going to beta.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
* * *
MCU 4.55 / DSP 2.79, 10-10-2012
* AM TRANSMIT CAN USE THE FM FILTER: The wide (FM) crystal filter can
now be assigned to AM
The radio was sitting by 50 amp astron power supply which was on.
Moved radio up to bedroom this morning w/ dummy load, powered by an optima
blue top deep cycle battery. Same results. Could tune in to CW signal using
yaesu radio in basement.
Ordered the optional VCOSHLDKT today anyway
They're working well for me in light duty so far.
Rick
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iPhone
On Oct 21, 2012, at 10:36 PM, hawley, charles j jr c-haw...@illinois.edu
wrote:
I am using PowerEx IMEDION AA 2400mAh. Same claims as the Eneloop and seem to
be as good or better if you believe the reviews.
Anyone
Howdy K3' people:
for several days I have gone over and over the fine details of
accessories and must-haves on the K3 pages. The result is that I have a
general idea of what I need. However, I'd like to have several users
tell me what to keep on the list and what to toss-or-add.
Primary concern
Hi all,
The KX3, like the KX1, is usable by blind operators, thanks to an
audio-Morse interface that can be turned on/off in the menu. Sighted
operators may find the interface to be helpful, too, especially for
mobile operation, since it allows eyes-free use of the radio.
The KX3's
hello list,
Thank you again now it is more clear to me.
73 , Christophe F8ACF-56
De : Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com
À : Christophe F8ACF-56 f8ac...@yahoo.fr
Cc : elecraft@mailman.qth.net elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Envoyé le : Lundi 22 octobre 2012 15h33
Hi:
I, too, am experiencing this exact problem, so, please add me to the list
for a solution.
My KPA500 operates wonderfully most of the time, but every once in while
(perhaps one-in-ten Power-Ons), it has no Operate PA power even though the
exciter
asterick is normal and the Standby is normal.
hello list,
what it is VCOSHLDKT, is there a direct link on the site Elecraft?
thank you again for the information, it must learn.
K2 # 7369
73 , Christophe F8ACF-56
De : Cal cdjone...@yahoo.com
À : d...@w3fpr.com d...@w3fpr.com
Cc :
Right here Christophe:
http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K2%20VCO%20sheild%20mod%20rev%20E.pdf
73, Ron AC7AC
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From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Christophe F8ACF-56
Sent: Monday, October 22, 2012 12:26 PM
To:
As per subject, please contact me off list. I'll be happy to do a 1:1 trade
for a KFL3A-250 or a KFL3A-1.8K.
73, Thomas M0TRN
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Help:
Should be £4.60 UK...
On 22 October 2012 21:20, Thomas Horsten tho...@horsten.com wrote:
As per subject, please contact me off list. I'll be happy to do a 1:1
trade for a KFL3A-250 or a KFL3A-1.8K.
73, Thomas M0TRN
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Elecraft
Many of us thank you for allowing AM transmit thru the 13KHz
filter. As someone who doesn't expect to use AM, except when the
need suddenly arrives, having a filter slot for it was annoying.
Now I can move the 2.7 filter next to the 13 and have 3 slots
for SSB/CW/Digital.
Are there any
Bill Frantz wrote:
Are there any improvements in CW decode and CWT which was
impacted by the improvements AGC in version 4.51?
We're evaluating two candidate approaches for that and will pick the
best one for the next beta release.
Wayne
N6KR
Cheers - Bill, AE6JV
On 10/22/12 at 10:17
Playing with the P3 today I just noticed a bit of quirky behaviour. When
I turn the RIT/XIT button on the K3, whether RIT/XIT is on or off, I get
movement of the indicators on the P3.
Split off, RIT/XIT off
Marker A, marker B and cuursor B move together
Split off RIT on
Marker B (red), cursor
When I connected a random wire antenna and counterpoise to my K1 using a Male
BNC to dual binding posts the ATU would not bring the SWR down. It showed r9.9.
I tried different lengths of wire without results. The ATU works fine with
coax and a vertical. Any suggestions will be appreciated.
Check this out:
http://www.hamuniverse.com/randomwireantennalengths.html
Gil.
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PGP Key: http://keskydee.com/gil.asc
On Oct 22, 2012, at 6:45 PM, John wrote:
I tried 50 feet with 25 foot counterpoise, 20 and 30 feet with 15 foot
counterpoise.
I just finished my build of K3 #6884 and I am delighted.It's a 100W model
with standard filter and a DVR added.
David at Elecraft support was very helpful.
The build process was so much fun that I want like to build another Elecraft
kit.
I am enjoying listening to and using
Kit building is so much fun that there is a legion of paid builders out there.
You'll see them put up advertisements from time to time.
Matt Zilmer
Consultant - Product Management Dept.
Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp.
Tel: (909) 394-6052
Cell: (909) 730-6552
In status quo voluntas non
David is THE MAN. He is incredible. Without his help I would have purchased way
more stuff than my skill level will support. He told me exactly what I needed,
and (more importantly) what I didn't. Really helped me a lot--and then he
recommended I sign on the the Reflector and ask for
Double YeeeH! Last Friday I got the message that my KAT500 would be
shipped in 7-10 days. Got the notice from UPS Quantum View a few minutes ago
with a delivery date of this coming Friday (26th). Just got all the cabling
re-done in preparation for it's arrival!
Jim - W0EB
This is very hard to describe.
And also hard to duplicate. Can't seem to see that here..
Rick
K6LE
On 10/22/2012, at 2:36 , Mike n...@nf4l.com wrote:
Playing with the P3 today I just noticed a bit of quirky behaviour. When
I turn the RIT/XIT button on the K3, whether RIT/XIT is on or off,
Hi Mike,
I'll take a stab at the first item you described. There is a configuration
variable (CONFIG:VFO OFS) that you can turn ON to utilize the RIT/XIT knob
to change VFO A frequency. You probably have that ON. Take a look at your K3
frequency as you turn the RIT/XIT knob to verify this. When
On Mon, 2012-10-22 at 17:36 -0400, Mike wrote:
Playing with the P3 today I just noticed a bit of quirky behaviour. When
I turn the RIT/XIT button on the K3, whether RIT/XIT is on or off, I get
movement of the indicators on the P3.
Split off, RIT/XIT off
Marker A, marker B and cuursor B
Thank you for the encouragement Dave! Love your blog by the way!
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HI All
I have a KX3, #262.
I have an issue and I wonder if others have found the same, It's in relation
to the ENCODER.
There is a distinct noise as you turn the tuning knob and it is seems to be
frequency sensitive.
On the Bands from 1.8 to 10MHz there is No noise.
On the Bands from
Well I put my AA batteries inside and I ran my wire out the 2m antenna port
hole. We'll see how it works. I have the batteries cycling right now - 3
cycles so tomorrow they should be good. The next step - seeing how well they
hold up. This might have to wait for the trail unfortunately. I am real
You are probably right, Vic. Per Don's suggestions, I will do some more
tests, but it will probably be this weekend before I get to play radio
again. I will post what I find out.
73, George, NC5G
My experience with the K2 and the much smaller transformer in an antenna
rotor control
lead me to
You do not need the TCXO in order to have the external reference. I've got
my radio setup in this manner.
~Brett (N7MG)
On Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 10:41 AM, John D'Ausilio jdausi...@gmail.comwrote:
Do I need k3tcxo3 to be able to use k3exref?
Either I'll have a good 10MHz source, or I won't be
Try enabling VFO NR in the menu. You'll have to unlock to do this.
Dial up the VFO NR menu entry, then hold the KHZ key down until the
lock icon disappears. Use VFO to change the setting from OFF to ON.
Exit the menu.
matt W6NIA
On Tue, 23 Oct 2012 12:06:04 +1000, you wrote:
HI All
I have a
Yes, everyone has these symptoms. You can help the situation some by turning
on the VFO NR in the menu. You have to unlock the menu by holding the rate
button for 3 seconds until it says Unlocked. This has to be done by band.
Bob AF9W
KX3# 1736
On Oct 22, 2012, at 7:06 PM, David Holton
Thank you all, Issue has now been resolved.
Many thanks for all the replies.
David
VK4DH
-Original Message-
From: Matt Zilmer [mailto:mzil...@verizon.net]
Sent: Tuesday, 23 October 2012 3:03 PM
To: David Holton
Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3
Try enabling VFO
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