Re: [Elecraft] K2 #7379 troubleshooting

2013-11-04 Thread Brian Stevens
Don, I've had another think the low readings I get at LPF,BPF T-R sw o/p's using the 10Mhz oscillator are with the VFO set so that I can hear the oscillator signal, not at 40m. Should the signal still be attenuated under these conditions? The low power o/p problem occurred while trying to

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Remote control problem question

2013-11-04 Thread Doug Joyce
GM: If you are looking for a unit to provide remote AC power switching, checkout the Professional 4-port Remote Power Switch from Ambery (Model IP-P3) see http://www.ambery.com/prreposwphco.htm It can be remotely controlled via phone or web control and provides four separately switched AC

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3 with Alex Loop

2013-11-04 Thread Phil Debbie Salas
I’ve had a ball with my KX3 and AlexLoop Walkham, particularly on 20- and 17-meters. Very easy to set-up, and easy to tune with just a little practice. I have the unedited QST “Short Takes” review in the “Reviews” section of my website at www.ad5x.com. Included in that review is a simple

Re: [Elecraft] K2 #7379 troubleshooting

2013-11-04 Thread Don Wilhelm
Brian, Do you have the K2 completely built? or have you only built it up to the point where you can receive 40 meters? I guess the point that you said you had trouble adjusting the 40 meter BPF made me think the 10 MHz oscillator might not work for you. If you have it completely built,

Re: [Elecraft] K2 #7379 troubleshooting

2013-11-04 Thread Brian Stevens
Don, Yes the K2 is completely built I was at alignment test part 3 when I had the low o/p power problem. I started the transmit signal tracing procedure did the receive testing to check the shared circuits as instructed in the manual. I'll carry on with the transmit signal tracing see

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Remote control problem question

2013-11-04 Thread Rick Tavan N6XI
Another feature to look for in remote power switches is what mine calls Auto-ping. You set up the switch to ping a remote, highly reliable server - Google and others operate servers used for this purpose. If a ping fails to respond, the switch counts failures until a user-set number that suggests

[Elecraft] KX3-2M Module FAQ now available

2013-11-04 Thread Wayne Burdick
See www.elecraft.com/manual/KX3-2M%20FAQ.htm for answers to frequently asked questions about the forthcoming KX3 2-meter module. This is an early draft that will be expanded as we get closer to product release. 73, Wayne N6KR

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3-2M Module FAQ now available

2013-11-04 Thread ac6ja
Is the PTT going to be the XMIT button? Mike. AC6JA Sent from my iPad On Nov 4, 2013, at 9:15 AM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: See www.elecraft.com/manual/KX3-2M%20FAQ.htm for answers to frequently asked questions about the forthcoming KX3 2-meter module. This is an early

Re: [Elecraft] KX3-2M Module FAQ now available

2013-11-04 Thread n6lrv
Wayne, if I understand correctly neither the K3 or KX3 transceivers currently offer digital coded squelch capability for repeater access. Can it be added through firmware? Gary N6LRV Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: See www.elecraft.com/manual/KX3-2M%20FAQ.htm for answers

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3-2M Module FAQ now available

2013-11-04 Thread Wayne Burdick
ac...@aol.com wrote: Is the PTT going to be the XMIT button? Hi Mike, Most operators use the mic's PTT button, but you can also tap XMIT to start/end transmit. There's one catch, having to do with DTMF. For numeric keypad purposes, XMIT is used as the '0' switch. So if you tap XMIT, then

Re: [Elecraft] KX3-2M Module FAQ now available

2013-11-04 Thread Wayne Burdick
This may be possible, and it's on the wish-list. 73, Wayne N6KR On Nov 4, 2013, at 10:46 AM, n6...@cox.net wrote: Wayne, if I understand correctly neither the K3 or KX3 transceivers currently offer digital coded squelch capability for repeater access. Can it be added through firmware?

[Elecraft] ARRL Sweepstakes CW

2013-11-04 Thread Doug Ellmore Sr.
Thanks Elecraft for making K3, I also love my KX3. While I passed my 20 wpm code for extra in 2000 just before the cut over, I am not great at CW, sending or receiving. (I plan to work on it more this winter on a local slownet). Anyway, using the K3 this weekend, I was able to really enjoy doing

[Elecraft] KX3 beta firmware rev 1.68: SSB power-control improvement and minor bug-fixes

2013-11-04 Thread Wayne Burdick
KX3 beta firmware rev 1.68 (with DSP rev 1.23) is now available. See release notes below. You'll need the KX3 Utility application to download and install firmware. For full instructions on loading beta releases, refer to our KX3 software page: http://www.elecraft.com/KX3/KX3_software.htm

[Elecraft] KX3 on 2 meters

2013-11-04 Thread Mike Herr
I would to use an existing 2 meter xvtr with the KX3. No problem except my primary use would be for satellite operation. That is in the 145.8 to 146.0 mhz. That would correspond to 29.8 to 30.0 mhz, which is out of band for the KX3. So, is there a way to allow transmit just above the ten meter

[Elecraft] OT- PL259

2013-11-04 Thread Clint
Does anyone know the MFG and PN of a Clamp/Solder type PL259. This style clamps the shield with a nut and ferrule and has a silicone gasket to keep water out. The center can be crimped and/or soldered. Thanks, Clint KI6SSN __

[Elecraft] Test

2013-11-04 Thread Gerry leary
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 on 2 meters

2013-11-04 Thread MontyS
I use my KX3 on 146.805 repeater with no problem. I think the firmware is a little smarter - you tell it you have a transverter connected (up to 10, I believe) and it's cared for. Monty K2DLJ I would to use an existing 2 meter xvtr with the KX3. No problem except my primary use would be

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Remote control problem question

2013-11-04 Thread AG0N-3055
On Mon, 4 Nov 2013 08:22:32 -0800, Rick Tavan N6XI wrote: If a ping fails to respond, the switch counts failures until a user-set number that suggests the network is down. At that point it cycles power on a designated outlet. This is a very nice feature, and could easily be worth the bucks

[Elecraft] KPA500/K3/P3 cabling together

2013-11-04 Thread N2TK, Tony
Just assembled the KPA500. I have a few questions on cabling. I will be cabling together the KPA500/K3/P3. I got the KPAK3AUX cable set 9-pin Serial cable. Does the serial cable from the PC go first to the P3 or KPA500? 15-pin cable. I plan on putting the included gender changer (key

[Elecraft] Thanks again to Elecraft

2013-11-04 Thread Harry Stone
Those little axial inductors that look like resistors sure are fragile if you abuse them. Many thanks to the parts department for sending me a replacement part! harry KD0NFY -- Have old memories and young hopes. __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] OT- PL259

2013-11-04 Thread Pete Michaelis - N8TR
Clint, The ones I have used are made by Multicomp. I have only used the one for RG213. The center pin is soldered. Very useful when on top of a tower. They can be found here: http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/MULTICOMP-MC17-01B-5-/27-7005 73 Pete - N8TR At 02:52 PM 11/4/2013, Clint

Re: [Elecraft] Thanks again to Elecraft

2013-11-04 Thread Mel Farrer
Be thankful that Elecraft has not gone to the salt and pepper size.  I can handle 0805, but that is it, period.  Eyes and microscope don't help these old eyes beyond that level.  Thanks Elecraft. Mel, K6KBE On Monday, November 4, 2013 2:01 PM, Harry Stone harryst...@gmail.com wrote:

[Elecraft] Looking for beta testers for Win4K3Suite for the Elecraft KX3

2013-11-04 Thread tomb18
Win4K3Suite version 1.35 now supports the Elecraft KX3. In addition to all the features of the K3 version it also provides a Panadapter function using the IQ output of the KX3 and a stereo sound input on your computer. It offers the same features as the P3 supporting VFOA and B with point and

[Elecraft] [KX3] Thanks for Advice on AlexLoop

2013-11-04 Thread Gary Hawkins
Thanks so much everyone for the input on the AlexLoop and other similar antennas working with the KX3. I've decided to try the loop and also build the EARCHI.org 6-40 wire antenna for when a sloper support can easily be erected when going SOTA. The loop, KX3 and Sidekicks end panels and

Re: [Elecraft] CW Pitch Resolution

2013-11-04 Thread Philip Townsend Lontz
But dude... Are your wires made of silver? And laid in organic cotton sleeves by pure virgins on a full moon just after a mercury retrograde? A wise man once said nothing On Nov 3, 2013, at 11:29 PM, Gary Hinson g...@isect.com wrote: The next thing you know, someone somewhere is going

[Elecraft] Elecraft SSB net results for 11/3/13

2013-11-04 Thread Phil Shepard
We had a somewhat small SSB net yesterday. The band seemed noisy, especially in our net’s frequency neighborhood. We had 29 participants over a 24 minute period. Here is the list: Station NameQTH Rig S/N KM4IK Ian GA

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3-2M Module FAQ now available

2013-11-04 Thread AC6JA
I bought that L-shaped computer mic from Fry's a while back and was thinking of using/holding the KX3 like an HT, so wasn't sure how I would key it when using it that way. Thanks for the info. Mike AC6JA In a message dated 11/4/2013 2:01:23 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,

Re: [Elecraft] OT- PL259

2013-11-04 Thread Tighe Kuykendall
I was just looking for this and found some at Texas Towers. http://www.texastowers.com/cc600um.htm Tighe NK4I On 11/4/13 4:36 PM, Pete Michaelis - N8TR wrote: Clint, The ones I have used are made by Multicomp. I have only used the one for RG213. The center pin is soldered. Very useful

[Elecraft] Kx3

2013-11-04 Thread Gerry leary
Hello everybody, I just bought a new KX3. Now I need to know more about the best batteries to use where to get them and some good small power supply recommendations? Thanks W the six I VF Sent from my iPhone this time __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] Using the KPA500 with the K3 Yaesu MKV Field

2013-11-04 Thread David Inger
I have been using the KPA500 with my K3 with the AUX cable. Everything has worked fine since Day One. Yesterday, I hooked up a newly acquired MP MKV Field to the KPA with a cable from the PA Key jack on the KPA500 to the TX GND jack on the MKV. I switch between the rigs using a coax switch

Re: [Elecraft] K3/10 - For Sale

2013-11-04 Thread VaibhaV Sharma
K3 has been sold. On Nov 3, 2013, at 7:48 PM, VaibhaV Sharma vaib...@vaibhavsharma.com wrote: Sad to part with my K3 to pay for emergency home repairs. Oh well, no K3 without a roof on family's head. K3/10 (10W version) - Serial #73XX (Late April 2013) Includes all firmware updates till

Re: [Elecraft] Kx3

2013-11-04 Thread Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT
Get pre-charged batteries, or don't bother. Standard batteries self-discharge way too fast. -- Lynn On 11/4/2013 6:35 PM, Gerry leary wrote: Hello everybody, I just bought a new KX3. Now I need to know more about the best batteries to use where to get them and some good small power supply

Re: [Elecraft] Kx3

2013-11-04 Thread Walter Underwood
On Nov 4, 2013, at 6:35 PM, Gerry leary gerrylear...@icloud.com wrote: Hello everybody, I just bought a new KX3. Now I need to know more about the best batteries to use where to get them and some good small power supply recommendations? Thanks W the six I VF Sent from my iPhone this time

Re: [Elecraft] Using the KPA500 with the K3 Yaesu MKV Field

2013-11-04 Thread Jack Brindle
The short answer is that you need to disconnect the K3 from the KPA when using it with another rig. The long answer? It would probably work the way you want if you leave the K3 powered up. That’s probably not a good idea though. The problem is that the K3 has internal pull-up resistors to VCC

Re: [Elecraft] Kx3

2013-11-04 Thread Mark Petiford
IMHO, Sanyo Eneloop 2000 cells are the best value out there.  They work well and are Low Self Discharge (LSD) cells.  They are available at Costco, or on-line from various Amazon suppliers.  Sanyo really got the chemistry right, and I highly recommend them along with the KXBC3, especially if

[Elecraft] K3 items wanted...

2013-11-04 Thread NZ8J
Looking for the following for my K3 before ordering them from Elecraft: 6 KHZ am filter 500 HZ and 200 HZ cw filters P3 scope KRX3 Second receiver If you have any of these items for sale please email direct with details to include price shipped Priority Mail insured to zip 45324. Thanks Tim