I recently had a QSO with a guy who kept sending his call with a 4S9 prefix. I
didn't get it right until he told me his QTH, in Switzerland (complete call and
QTH left out to protect the guilty).
Oh well, time to get out my bug and call NN GT.
Vic 4X6GP/K2VCO
On Dec 2, 2014, at 7:28 AM,
Ed,
a.) Iambic keying comes quickly with practice. Proficiency may take longer.
I don't know.
I'm still waiting for real CW skill to come my way, but I love it.
b.) Begali Justification:
1.) They look fantastic on your operating desk.
2.) They seem to hold
I know you 'righties' are just kidding. I'm not offended. But see it
from our side. The only class in school I ever failed was in the
Chicago PS system. I failed penmanship. Yes, it was a course in the
1950s public schools. I failed because I couldn't write with the proper
'slant'. The
As a rightie, I taught myself to send left handed for the very same reason -
contesting. Send with the left, write with the right. I saw an Op at my first
FD doing this and I told myself I needed to do the same. At first it was with
the key turned around but later I added a small switch to the
HiHi...that's a good one.
No mention in this thread about using a single lever paddle as a sideswiper. It
may sound strange, but it's now my favorite form of sending CW. Like using a
straight key on steroids.
On the other hand, using a straight key still gives me warm fuzzies.
Best 72/73
The band plans work better when operators actually abide by using only the
power required to make contact. In fact, the band plans might much less
important if operators would bother to follow the power rule.
Friends and I, who do happen to live fairly close, can (and do) actually talk
using
This discussion has brought to mind a question - maybe two. I'm relearning CW,
and have the iambic made for the KX3. (When I first learned CW for my Novice 30
years ago, it was with a straight key. I ended up not touching Ham when I went
into the Navy, and just recently got back into it.)
So,
Great combo. Operated 80m for 30 hours with a high duty cycle. KPA temp
stabilized at 50C with low level fan going ON and OFF. Smooth and very
satisfying!
/oz4un
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I want to make some wood fingerpieces for a buddy of mine for his Pearl. I'm
looking for some measurements...especially screw size and hole spacing.
Best 72/73
Steve
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Steve Roberts-W1SFR
Sudbury, VT
Ken, great. When you are copying, are you using the K3 decoder or
copying in your head at 30 wpm.
Uncle Phil, W0xi...
Ken mailto:wa8...@gmail.com
Monday, December 01, 2014 6:37 PM
Yes, I’ve looked up and understand the theory of Iambic keying but 1)
it’s been weird to try and 2) I haven’t
Just have him send an email to the factory asking for the info. Otherwise,
he could get the measurements from his stock finger pieces.
73
Alan R. Downing
Phoenix, AZ
From: Millerhill [via Elecraft]
[mailto:ml-node+s365791n7595383...@n2.nabble.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 02, 2014
No comments are necessary unless I just really screwed something up. This is
just some evidence of how a really good sound card can help with weak signal
work.
There has been a lot of sound card discussion lately. I’m not wanting to add to
that, but Jim (K9YC) has recommended several cards and
Well Jeff,
Nearly all of this left-right thread has involved us more mature hams
discussing early paddle experiences, often as teens or early
20-somethings. Learning and adapting ability, particularly physically,
does tend to decline some as we accumulate birthdays.
Things have also
Nicely phrased, Fred. The next time someone
accuses me of a senile act I'll tell them No,
that's just my greater maturity coming through :-)
73, Phil W7OX
On 12/2/14 9:48 AM, Fred Jensen wrote:
Well Jeff,
Nearly all of this left-right thread has
involved us more mature hams discussing
There is one thing no one has mentioned - I work a guy fairly often who can
send with either hand - he tells me he taught himself to do that so if he
had a stroke that affected one side he was still in business.
Hank K7HP
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On my Pearl, the spacing is 9mm. The screws are also metric, 3 x 0.5 x 5
flat head.
By the way, since there has been lots of talk about paddles, I have
never used one I like better (and I always try out paddles every chance
I get).
On 2 Dec 2014 18:06, Stephen Roberts wrote:
I want to make
It is really irritating to get stomped on by some jerk(s) running several
hundred watts to talk when they're less than 200 miles away, as happens
here in southern AZ.
Did he had his mic gain turn way up, and his compression equally as high , so
he could get more PUNCH?!
73
My immutable Law Of Fuses: if you need one, buy five. If it's because you were
tinkering, buy ten.
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Nice working QRP KX-1 with 40 and 20 meters installed. 0.1-4watts output.
Comeswith the battery holder, the KXPD1 plug in keyer paddle kit, the
KXAT1automatic antenna tuner, and all the manuals. Serial number 2247. Lots of
QRPfun. $375.00 shipped CONUSA. Call Tomy 928-710-9231 Paypal OK.
73!
Good rule for lots of things besides fuses. (Though I suppose it doesn't
apply to BMW's).
73, Lenny W2BVH
ps - no one seems to carry factory tested fuses ;-) ... (polyfuses excepted)
On 12/2/2014 2:35 PM, Bob Brock wrote:
My immutable Law Of Fuses: if you need one, buy five. If it's
I am shocked to see people that believe you can legislate social behavior. Heck
there are laws against murder, but people still do it
George, W6GF
On Tuesday, December 2, 2014 11:18 AM, Milverton M. Swire via Elecraft
elecraft@mailman.qth.net wrote:
It is really irritating to get
On Tue,12/2/2014 8:11 AM, Joel Black wrote:
So, take Jim’s advice. Get a nice sound card for about $100 or so (or less in
the case of the Numark) if you really want to hear (and work) some weak signal
stuff.
Thanks for the excellent examples of what a good sound card can do. And
don't rule
For those who have a smart phone are trying to learn CW, I can recommend,
Ham Morse. I have it on my iPhone you can listen to it when your driving or
wherever you are and have some time to study. It's available at the App Store
for iPhones likely somewhere similar for other phones. My two
Be sure to test the fuse for a dead short before installing it. :-)
73 de Jim - AD6CW
On 12/2/2014 11:47 AM, w2bvh wrote:
Good rule for lots of things besides fuses. (Though I suppose it
doesn't apply to BMW's).
73, Lenny W2BVH
ps - no one seems to carry factory tested fuses ;-) ...
Especially when general guidelines, like best practices and bandplans,
don't have the force of law.
73 de Jim - AD6CW
On 12/2/2014 12:50 PM, george fritkin via Elecraft wrote:
I am shocked to see people that believe you can legislate social behavior. Heck
there are laws against murder, but
And to make it really interesting maybe an audio
book sent in Morse code, Tom:-)
Phil W7OX
On 12/2/14 1:23 PM, Tom Fitzgerald via Elecraft wrote:
For those who have a smart phone are trying to learn CW, I can recommend, Ham
Morse. I have it on my iPhone you can listen to it when your
hand in hand with ESSB,, not shure why a 5 khz signal sounds better that
someone running a 3 Khz ssb they may as well just run AM
HAR
Bob K3DJC
On Tue, 2 Dec 2014 19:11:06 + (UTC) Milverton M. Swire via Elecraft
elecraft@mailman.qth.net writes:
It is really irritating to get stomped
But can he hear you? It is quite common for stations on the same frequency not
to be able to hear each other. It could be due to power differential,
propagation conditions, or other similar situations.
If you are running very low power, but with a received (such as the K3) that
matches very
There is an Android app that will read text files out in code...
Harlan
NC3C
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone
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Interesting thread. The dust appears to be settling, so I thought I'd weigh in.
Whether I'm biased or not is left as a study question for the reader ;)
We designed the KX3 specifically for new hams. Here are some considerations:
- The KX3's size and weight allows it to be used anywhere, and
Oh dear! After reading this, I immediately checked all my spare fuses,
and every one was shorted. I guess a trip to the local electronics
store is in order.
Back in the old days, I used to have a flashbulb tester. Maybe I can
make a modified version of that device to test fuses. ;-)
-
A device to test fuses? W7CSD already beat you to it with his Little Gem
Fuse Tester on page 94 of the April 1967 issue of 73 magazine. If you want
to see his innovative design, it is available for your viewing pleasure at
archive.org. (You can't miss it, look for Al Freddy Newham WN1ECCH on
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On 12/2/2014 6:02 PM, Jim Wiley wrote:
Oh dear! After reading this, I immediately checked all my spare
fuses, and every one was shorted. I guess a trip to the local
electronics store is in order.
Back in the old days, I used to
I am a new ham, licensed this year (general). Wayne obviously has the
design perspective re: KX3 but I wanted to talk about my experience. I'm in
IT, and an engineer, so I research anything I am looking at purchasing
quite heavily prior to purchase. I won't talk about why my research lead me
to
Elecraft customer support is second to none. The KX3 is definitely a keeper
- you just don't see these things selling second hand. That's a pretty good
indicator of customer satisfaction. In my opinion the KX3 is a brilliant
bit of kit and something you'll never regret purchasing (and will keep
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