Phil,
I find I can load my triband yagi on 17m by using an antenna tuner in
the shack (Drake MN-2000). Have you tried this? The antenna will
not be optimum but the transmitter is OK with the load.
73, ED - KL7UW
From: Phil Shepard ph...@riousa.com
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Whoops. Wrong. NB and NR are not transferred to the Sub from main and
can be set independently with BSET. Sorry.
Fred Cady
fcady at ieee dot org
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Sent: Sunday,
The person who posted the link to this iPad speaker from Newegg here on the
reflector I cannot remember who it was but THANKS!
For $13.99 with free shipping if works great battery powered with a USB
charger (cable included) and the correct speaker cable self storing and
plug-in to the KX3.
I noticed Ten Tec has changed the operation of the s-meter on the Eagle, Omni
7, and the Orion 2.
The meter now does not deflect to the right when the RF gain is turned down,
but continues to operate normally giving readings of weaker signals.
Someone explained to me one time there was a
Just after I got up this morning and turned on the K3 and P3 It turned out I
was tuned to TX5K (Clipperton DXpedition) on 7022.9 KHz and boy what a zoo
there was calling them up anywhere from 1 to 6 KHz or so, sometimes as far as
10-12 KHz up. After I used the P3 to find a hole near the
Martin and Micah,
The information Gary gave you is exactly correct.
I would add three additional comments:
1) The oscilloscope should have a 10X probe for reliable readings
(otherwise use an RF Probe)
2) If you have a 4 band board, start with the trimmer slots parallel
with the long edge of
Dear guys,
I'm looking for friends with The setup:
K3 + MKII + linear THP - 1.5kfx
Best regards
Ricardo Rodrigues
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Hi all,
I did not see any code to run the NR on or off in the Programmer's Manual. Did
I miss it, or is this not possible using a macro? I wanted to turn NR on and
select a narrow filter width with a single control.
Thanks.
Art KZ5D
This should toggle NR on/off.
SWT34;DS;
Regards,
David McAnally
WD5M http://wd5m.net/
On Mon, Mar 4, 2013 at 7:54 AM, Art KZ5D k...@aol.com wrote:
Hi all,
I did not see any code to run the NR on or off in the Programmer's Manual.
Did I miss it, or is this not possible using a macro? I
Ssshh, Jim, we don't want others to know our secrets!
Seriously, I think I am noticing that the pileup jumps on the dx's
listening frequency faster these days. Usually it is faster to work
stations without tuning after each one but the op on 40 this am seemed
to be tuning after almost every qso.
I don't think I ever had the problem, but I drilled 7/64 out the 2D spacer and
easily replaced it with only the cover removed.
Chuck, KE9UW
AARL, CCA
Lionel Trains TCA, LCCA, LRRC
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From:
Today it happened again for TX5K, last year for PT0S and HK0NA,
probably for other DX stations as well:
The DX station TX frequency is jumping up/down.
And the reason is:
The Link function is activated when holding down the SUB rx button for
a short period of time, and there is no
I suggest to make Link/UnLink as a Menu option instead of a hidden
function on the SUB button
I agree ... or at least make it the third function on the SUB instead
of the second.
73,
... Joe, W4TV
On 3/4/2013 9:58 AM, LA8AW wrote:
Today it happened again for TX5K, last year for PT0S
This illustrates why the K3 needs more programmable buttons.
I programmed this function on M2 button since I never need memories.
The unlink is done the programmed M4 button--in conjunction with unsplit.
I use this a lot.
73 de Brian/K3KO
On 3/4/2013 14:58, LA8AW wrote:
Today it happened
so I used the K3 in the DX contest this past weekend... performed
well... got great reports... easy to work in crowded conditions... I did
notice one thing that really got to me... I am hoping I can get some
advise on how to fix or correct my problem... from time to time, while
using my Heil
While setting up for PSK operation, the message TERM appeared while I was in
the config menu. K3 locked up. Restarting the radio solved it but don't
know what or why this message appeared.
Regards,
73,
Ron, K5HM
k5hm@gmail.com
www.qrz.com/db/k5hm
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It helps to know **exactly** where in the manual the problem is detected.
It appears that you are building a two-band filter board, which is also
important information.
I assume that you are using K1 manual Rev. I, that **all** the testing on
page 46 (especially the late step on that page) was
There is an indication that the frequency is linked: a flashing
decimal point on the VFO B display. But since VFO linking is rarely
used, I'll add a menu entry to opt in.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Mar 4, 2013, at 6:58 AM, LA8AW wrote:
Today it happened again for TX5K, last year for PT0S and
My KPA500 and P3 have worked TX5K on 8 CW slots and 1 RTTY slot. Setting
the SPAN to about 8 to 10 Khz makes the pileup holes easy to find (when they
are there). Yes they do fill up quite fast. Also DXA is a very interesting
novelty.
73 Joe K2UF
With enough THRUST pig fly just fine.
I logged them last night on 10M SSB with a K3/KPA500/KAT500 combo into a N6BT
vertical. I feel the pull of DXing - resistance is futile!
73 Don NA6Z
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I believe they are using K3's. If that is so the audio quality is not
what would be expected and is a poor advertisement. thin, weedy,
all highs, gravelly and so on. An S3 SSB signal with some QRN on
15M last night was essentially incomprehensible.
My own observations and comments from
Not to sound like too much of a sycophant, but I suppose this kind of
thing is why I've drunk deeply of the Elecraft Kool-Aid. It's hard to
imagine Ickensu responding to a concern like this in this way.
73,
Scott, N9AA
On 3/4/13 12:13 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
There is an indication that the
Mark,
Haven't tried any macros in the KX3. Will try yours, tnx.
73, Ed - KL7UW
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You'll need new KX3 firmware for this, presently still in field test.
If you'd like to try it, please email me directly.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Mar 4, 2013, at 9:34 AM, Edward R Cole wrote:
Mark,
Haven't tried any macros in the KX3. Will try yours, tnx.
73, Ed - KL7UW
Don,
Congrats for TX5K on 10 !
Yes resistance will only make it worse, and there is no cure. hihi
73,
Bob
K6UJ
On Mar 4, 2013, at 9:19 AM, Don Putnick wrote:
I logged them last night on 10M SSB with a K3/KPA500/KAT500 combo into a N6BT
vertical. I feel the pull of DXing - resistance
I use linking quite a bit, when doing diversity reception; it would be
nice to have it as handy as it currently is...
73 de Dave, W5SV
On 3/4/13 11:13 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
There is an indication that the frequency is linked: a flashing
decimal point on the VFO B display. But since VFO
It will still be handy, but you'll need to tap a switch in a menu
entry (one time) to enable it. I hope this isn't too inconvenient.
Wayne
On Mar 4, 2013, at 9:40 AM, David F. Reed wrote:
I use linking quite a bit, when doing diversity reception; it would
be nice to have it as handy as it
Ron,
You entered terminal mode (see Remote Operation) by holding the CONFIG
button for 3 seconds or longer.
Another hold of the CONFIG button would have restored it to normal,
although a power cycle accomplishes the same thing.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 3/4/2013 11:17 AM, K5HM wrote:
While setting
Wayne, I see no reason to change the present configuration on link-unlink.
It seems to work well the way it is.
Toby W4CAK
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I think I like the idea.
Dick - KA5KKT
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I noticed Ten Tec has changed the operation of the s-meter on the Eagle,
Omni 7, and the Orion 2.
The meter now does not deflect to the right when the RF gain is turned down,
but continues to operate normally giving readings of weaker
David,
Yes, it does seem to be a problem between C8 and the MCU input on the
Front Panel.
If you are getting good oscillation at the VFO (Q9 buffer) then check
continuity from C8 to the base of Front Panel Q1 - that should give you
a good check on the path continuity. Also check resistance
K1 VFO PROBLEM: I’m building a K1, and have reached the mid-point on
populating the RF board, at the Alignment and Test, Part I (page 36). All
looks well until I get to VFO Range Test on p. 38, and I get E42 (VFO not
functioning). The previous resistance and voltage checks were all fine.
...I would like to see the RF gain ride the signals instead of deflecting.
I don't understand.
The S-meter usually indicates the AGC voltage.
I like it the way it is.
Ralph, VE7XF
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Chuck, KE9UW
(Jack for BMW motorcycles)
On Mar 4, 2013, at 2:29 PM, Ralph Parker ve...@dccnet.com wrote:
...I would like to see the RF gain ride the signals instead of deflecting.
I don't understand.
The S-meter usually indicates the AGC voltage.
I like it
My barefoot K3 and dipoles no higher than 40 feet have worked them on
nine bands and three modes (I don't need 26 band slots) - most of the
time has been spent listening while they were working Europe only on
every available band.
Whether phone, CW or RTTY the K3, KRX3 and P3 make an unbeatable
Using Tigertronics sound card. Followed the set up instructions for PSK in
the Fred Cady, KE7X book. Installed the K3 jumper block from DX Engineering,
and the K3 interface cable. Using Digipan, I try to call CQ. Rig goes into
transmit mode, the macro runs but no power out. Adjusting the TX pot on
This is how S-meters and RF Gain controls have worked since they were first
introduced. Turning down the RF gain simulates the automatic gain control
(agc) action that reduces the gain to keep the audio levels about the same.
That's why then noise level comes up when you tune to an unused
The advantage of the present s-meter display is that you have a visual
indication for adjusting the RF gain level to the noise level. I'm not
sure that is a huge advantage as everyone probably fine adjusts the RF
gain by ear anyway.
I do often find myself momentarily turning up the RF gain to
Ron,
Try in TX TEST mode - everything goes into transmit except there is no
RF output.
Adjust the audio level (both SignaLink and the mic' gain on the K3) to
obtain 4 bars solid on the ALC meter with the 5th bar flickering.
If you are not able to obtain that level, check the SignaLink
For those with this combination and are looking for ways to automatically
change bands on the HL-1l5KFX, look no further than the THP EBC-1.5/K3
cable. One plugs into the AUX port on the K3 the other to the Yaesu input
on the amp. Set the amp for band select auto - Yaesu and you're off and
Don
As a K3 newbie here, would the mic impedance (H or L) be a possible issue? I
could not get any ALC movement until I went to H impedance for the Heil
headset I have. I was then able to get all the ALC needed with the mic gain.
Jay
...just a thought
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Don,
Ok, that worked, Tried a couple of Q's and all ok but notice that with 5
bars on ALC I get 100 watts out. If I Adjust the TX pot on the Signalink to
reduce power, The ALC drops off.
On ICOM gear I'm used to controlling power out with theTX pot on the
Signalink. Is it different for K3?
Be sure you are in DATA mode, not SSB mode. You will get no output in SSB
mode.
Monty K2DLJ
Don
As a K3 newbie here, would the mic impedance (H or L) be a possible issue? I
could not get any ALC movement until I went to H impedance for the Heil
headset I have. I was then able to get all the
Good job. Was lucky enough to work them on 160M CW Sunday morning.
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From: Don Putnick [mailto:don.n...@earthlink.net]
Sent: Monday, March 04, 2013 12:19 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] TX5K joy
I logged them last night on
Good job. Was lucky enough to work them on 160M CW Sunday morning.
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Sent: Monday, March 04, 2013 12:19 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] TX5K joy
I logged them last night on
Send me some code to allow for the S-meter to work independently of the Rf
gain.
I will gladly be the guinea pig. I think I would love to be able to have that
capability for the K3.
Toby W4CAK
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I don't have a lot of time lately for the hobby, but was able to work them from
San Diego in about 30 minutes on four bands, phone, 40,20,1712. Hope to get
them on CW on 80160.
Keith
AK6ZZ
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On Mar 4, 2013, at 2:45 PM, Irizarry, Michael S
Jay,
I had to dial up the Mic gain to about 45 to get 5 bars od ALC but it is
working now.
73,
Ron, K5HM
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Sent: Monday, March 04,
Hello all.
I only typically scan the headers in the digest mode here, so please point me
in the right direction if I missed something.
Jim mentioned on his macro for Split operation that the macros could be
assigned to the PF1 / PF2 keys on the KX3 as outlined in the manual. I can't
seem to
Ron,
I suspect you set the powe5r to maximum and are attempting to control
the RF output with the audio level. That is typical advice given on the
internet and other data mode instructions. That advice is not for the
K3 - it will not work right.
With the K3, ignore that common advice for
Jay,
The K3 H or L in the mic select do *not* refer to microphone
impedance, but to the range of the K3 microphone gain. The Heil HC4 and
HC5 elements (and other low level output microphones) will need the H
setting. Most other microphones can use the L setting.
If your microphone has an
Issue is fixed now. Received the new DSP board today, and speaker works fine
after the swap. Elecraft was very good at resolving this issue under
warranty.
DSP replacement document fails to mention KDVR3, which is also installed on
the DSP board and must be removed and placed on new board. I
That information is not yet in the manual. It is only available in
Field Test firmware at the moment.
See Wayne Burdick's post on 02/27/2013. If you want to try it, send
Wayne an email direct.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 3/4/2013 6:17 PM, Jeff Hetherington wrote:
Hello all.
I only typically scan the
K3 does not have to be in Data mode to work with the Signalink.
I use it all the time in SSB (USB) for data modes, especially for PSK31.
Most data mode software has built in filtering/DSP so the wider bandwidth on
receive works very well, for PSK31, and other data modes.
-Original
Don
Thanks for the info...I have set the ALC per the KE7X manual. OK on the
clarification...this radio is something I am not used to (starting out with
a DX40 and a BC342) but worked my way up to the TS950 when it first came
out.
And the TS950 still chugging along after all these years and
Yes, the K3 will work for data modes using SSB. However, the DATA A
submode is preferred over SSB. The first advantage is that compression
is turned off, and the second is that the TX Equalization is turned off
too. If you have compression set for SSB and are using TX EQ, you will
need to
TAKE TWO
so I used the K3 in the DX contest this past weekend... performed
well... got great reports... easy to work in crowded conditions... I did
notice one thing that really got to me... I am hoping I can get some
advise on how to fix or correct my problem... from time to time, while
using
You are far better served to use DATA A with the Signalink (or
any other interface).
DATA A has several beneficial features:
1) it (typically) selects audio from the line in jack and mutes
the microphone - meaning that one does not have background
noise and hum from the mic interfering
from time to time, while using my Heil Pro-set Plus I would get this
incredibly loud pop while changing bands or jumping to a frequency
via N1MM...
Where are you getting this pop? Your report lacks specifics yet
includes a lot of extraneous data - N1MM Logger, PR-20 (a mic only)
vs Proset
...I would like to see the RF gain ride the signals instead of deflecting.
W4CAK wrote Ralph, ve7Xf wrote,I don't understand.
The S-meter usually indicates the AGC voltage.
I like it the way it is.
Ralph, VE7XF
Ralph, I probably did not phrase that properly. I would like to see the RF
On the contrary, one can give an honest report even with the RF gain
reduced (but only under certain circumstances).
If one has reduced the RF gain to the point (just) where the S-meter
deflection is at the noise floor, then the S-meter readings should still
be valid - you are simply reducing
I do not believe an adapter from a Kenwood 8 pin mic plug to the KX3 mic
input is available, however, you can construct your own, The SignaLink
interface has nothing to do with what is required.
The Heil microphone uses only 4 pins. One for AF (Kenwood/Elecraft pin
1) and one for PTT
My computer software has a choice of waterfall bandwidth, 2K
(from 400Hz to 2400Hz) or 4K (400Hz to 4400Hz). In both Data A
and SSB I can adjust the DSP bandwidth up to 4200Hz on the high
end which gives me most of the bandwidth of the 4K setting. Note
that you will need a wider crystal filter
Yup, I love the fact that I can look over all 4 Khz and narrow it down as
needed.
73,
Ron, K5HM
k5hm@gmail.com
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Sent: Monday, March 04,
Don,
That is exactly what happened when I tried to adjust the output with the
Audio gain! I'd set it once to be ok. Then on the next transmission it was
different.
So I now have it set with the ALC configured per the manual and the power
setting in the K3 controls output power.
73,
Ron,
After some careful listening to the CW pileup and jumping in several times
when I thought it was the right time, my signal was finally copied on 17
meters and I got my callsign into the TX5K logbook! Needless to say, I was
quite thrilled!
Now if the pileup only knew I was running 5 watts from
Maybe I should dog off my K line control application and make an application
to do this.
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Gary Hinson g...@isect.com wrote:
I guess it would be possible to set some (if not all) of the configs on any
K3 using a suitable macro. Might be handy in a
Ron,
It is great to hear that you have found success.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 3/4/2013 9:30 PM, K5HM wrote:
Don,
That is exactly what happened when I tried to adjust the output with the
Audio gain! I'd set it once to be ok. Then on the next transmission it was
different.
So I now have it set
Just this morning Jim, W0EB posted this P3 screen shot:
http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj570/JimSheldon/TX5K40meterZOO_zps44e24da3.jpg
What is interesting is that this has what is asked for, the P3 can have an S
meter scale too. I was not aware of this. I did not see this in the manual
I have been using my KX3 with digital software and seem to have some odd
behavior using the PBT. I have it set to do upper cutoff/lower cutoff on USB
or LSB and am watching the received display on the waterfall. As expected, the
upper cutoff in the noise follows the cutoff displayed on the
Hi Dana,
As I understand it, the IQ output from the KX3 is before the roofing filter
and DSP. Thus any bandwidth settings you have on the KX3 should not have
any effect on the IQ output. You did not mention what particular program you
are using on your computer. If you are exchanging data
Don, 'could not get a reading' means my multimeter showed 0.L (or infinity),
I switched to a large 13.8 volt power supply-now screen reads 13.5v .04
amps...I did some re-soldering again today and now most of the digits on the
display light up completely except for the digit above the XIT on
I don't see Wayne's offer as a change to the present configuration instead
he's offering to enhance it by adding a menu item that would allow disabling
this feature, for those who don't want it. Those who do want it would simply
need to enable it once (after the firmware update) then operate as
I just finished upgrading my P3 to MCU 1.26, SVGA 1.16 and FPGAx
1.04. The MCU loaded OK but then it rejected the SVGA. I
followed the instructions to power cycle the P3 (and K3 since
that was the closest P3 power switch). I tried a full reload
(Send all Firmware to P3) and it hung again. I
Hi All,
I suspect lots of folks are working the Clipperton gang so my working them
too is not such a big deal. However, I snagged them on, not only 40 and 30,
but also 80 and 160 CW. The antenna I was using is the unique thing--an R8
vertical, which is only really supposed to go down to 40
I've had similar experiences but in my case it had nothing to do with the
radio or the set-up or anything like that - it's just the construction of
the headset: the plastic parts rub together and jump position slightly and
that reverberates through the brain box with a loud pop. Most annoying,
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