Re: [Elecraft] How to access fuse block?

I mentioned to Dan on another list that while I did install the fuses myself a few years ago, I did get sighted help to confirm the right voltage was showing in the window before powering it up. It's too nice and too expensive a piece of gear to risk turning it into a smoldering pile of

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

There are many LiPo battery packs available on Amazon for good prices. I bought a "12v" 6000mAh which is really 11.1v and has USB charging port. It came with charger and KX2 compatible cable. It will run the KX2 for several hours at 10w. It's about the size of a paperback book (if you remember

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

Whoops, I accidentally sent this to only one person (Sorry, Harry!), so here's the resend to the list. They aren't designed to go on the back of the radio like you suggested, but Talentcell makes some great 12v battery packs. I have one that's 8300 mAh at 12v. It has two coaxial DC sockets, one

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

I've seen some external battery cases made for the KX3 on eBay that looked similar to what you described. On Saturday, March 16, 2019, 6:52:11 PM EDT, hawley, charles j jr wrote: I don't like to disassemble the KX3 to take out the batteries when not using or to do battery

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/K3 Operating Tip: Working a pileup using dual watch instead of SPLIT

Good summary Wayne. Using split receive/dual watch is very useful and it’s one of the best features the k3 and kx3 have available imho. There’s one other tool to add to your pileup arsenal, and that’s the P3 or PX3. Center the dx station or put his signal on the left side of the panadapter,

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 6:13 PM hawley, charles j jr wrote: > ...Interesting option to use the KX2 battery > I have some LiPo batteries (3S, 11.1V, 3200 mAH) used in electric RC planes. I hacked off the plug from a wall-wart that fit the KX3, wired it to a connector that mates with the

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

That could be. USB and computer connections are notorious for causing problems if they are not shielded or connected properly. By unplugging and replugging the USB cable you just may have seated it properly and fixed things. Play with the radio for a while, on the air, and let us know if it

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

Buck, I would suggest that you not worry about the noise burst until you can get a good response out of the mic. If you do not have a computer mic handy, borrow one and plug it into the rear panel mic jack.  See if you can obtain a response on the ALC meter with that microphone.  All computer

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 PA Current

On 3/16/2019 2:31 PM, Edward R Cole wrote: In the same vein:  I recently tried out my new 2m 1500w sspa at 750w in SSB and stations on my net only stated a slight increase in signal 100 miles away vs running 130w.  That should have indicated more than one s-unit stronger (10Log (750/130)=7.6

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

Probably months. I have been charging it with the KXBC3 this week a couple times about 3 hours each time. The batteries do stay up to around 10 volts even for more than a couple months. Interesting option to use the KX2 battery. Might be a plan. Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

I've tried all the combination of mics and mic bias. The noise happens even with the mic gain turned all the way down and the rig in TEST mode. It happens when N1MM is not running. It happens using the internal DVR card. It happens with the mic disconnected and using the XMIT button on the

Re: [Elecraft] New KSYN3A in K3 requires 2 of them if you have the sub receiver?

Ok, thanks for the info. I just wondered what the consequences would be. I can imagine why they would have to be the same to sync the same. Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur Radio, KE9UW aka Jack, BMW Motorcycles From: Don Wilhelm Sent: Saturday,

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

Chuck, How long are you "not using" the KX3? If the time is not several weeks, the batteries can stay in. For battery maintenance, if you have the KXBC3 option installed, and Low Self Discharge NiMH batteries installed, just connect to a power source with enough voltage and do a maintenance

Re: [Elecraft] New KSYN3A in K3 requires 2 of them if you have the sub receiver?

Chuck, If you want the K3 to power up without errors and work properly, the synthesizers must be the same. You can always remove the KRX3 and operate with one synthesizer. 73, Don W3FPR On 3/16/2019 6:27 PM, hawley, charles j jr wrote: That was sort of my question, why to the synthesizers

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

I’ve had CM500 (bias) plunged into rear mic jack and various Heil dynamic mics (no bias) plunged into front panel ever since I’ve owned my K3 and K3S with no issue. This guy has some other issue. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 16, 2019, at 5:55 PM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > I've

[Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

I don't like to disassemble the KX3 to take out the batteries when not using or to do battery maintenance. I would rather have a slim case with the same rectangular outline as the KX3 that attaches to the rear panel and just plugs into the KX3 thru the external DC input. Has anyone done that as

Re: [Elecraft] New KSYN3A in K3 requires 2 of them if you have the sub receiver?

That was sort of my question, why to the synthesizers have to be the same? What if they are not? What would happen if they were not the same? Something bad...not work at all? Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur Radio, KE9UW aka Jack, BMW Motorcycles

Re: [Elecraft] New KSYN3A in K3 requires 2 of them if you have the sub receiver?

Chuck Normal operation (not Diversity) with the SUB on needs a synthesizer for each receiver. VFO A and VFO B must tune independently, and that requires one for each VFO. You cannot mix synthesizers, they must both be the same. 73, Don W3FPR On 3/16/2019 6:09 PM, hawley, charles j jr

[Elecraft] New KSYN3A in K3 requires 2 of them if you have the sub receiver?

Why do you need two new KSYN3As if you have both receivers? What if you don/t need to do diversity reception? Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur Radio, KE9UW aka Jack, BMW Motorcycles __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

I've kept my MH2 plugged into the front panel and the CM500 plugged into the back for years, and used the MIC SEL to switch between them. It has always worked well. Note that both mics require bias. Heil sells both electret and dynamic elements, so refer to the documentation, or web site, or

Re: [Elecraft] How to access fuse block?

From: hawley, charles j jr Sent: Saturday, March 16, 2019 11:50 AM To: DAN REID; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: How to access fuse block? You will need someone to visually see the correct selected mains voltage and fuse ratings to complete this job. The instructions say to face the line

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 PA Current

In the same vein: I recently tried out my new 2m 1500w sspa at 750w in SSB and stations on my net only stated a slight increase in signal 100 miles away vs running 130w. That should have indicated more than one s-unit stronger (10Log (750/130)=7.6 dB). Definitely a "knee" in signal strength

[Elecraft] Pig Knob for Sale

Pignology Pig Knob remote controller for K3, KX3, other rigs. Like new, almost never used -- the K-POD came out right after I bought it. Includes cables. Original cost with cables approx. $150. For those unfamiliar with it, a good short video from the developer is here:

Re: [Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

What serial number series? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 16, 2019, at 1:31 PM, wrote: > > I have a two year old Elecraft hat, are there any upgrades for that? > > John KK9A > > Jack Brindle wrote: > > Ronnie; > > Congratulations. Now before you put it on the air, be sure to

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

Buck, The Heil Goldline mic is a dynamic type, last I heard it has an HC-5 element.  It should have bias off. The Elecraft MH4 is an electret type and must have bias set on - use "FP.L bias" It may just be that you have too much mic gain - start with a mid-range setting.  The mic preamp can

[Elecraft] WTB KAT500

I'm ready to order a new KAT500 but I thought I'd see if someone had one that they wanted to sell first. 73 Dave N1IX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

Not sure about the Heil, but the MH4 requires Bias to be ON. Grant NQ5T K3 #2091 KX3 #8342 > On Mar 16, 2019, at 4:24 PM, Buck wrote: > > Thanks. I was using a Heil Goldline and also tried an Elecraft MH4 plugged > in the front. I get the same noise on FP.L and FP.H Bias is off. And, I

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

Thanks. I was using a Heil Goldline and also tried an Elecraft MH4 plugged in the front. I get the same noise on FP.L and FP.H Bias is off. And, I still get the noise even when in TEST mode, so there is no RF. I had the Tx Dly on the K3S set to 8. I set it to 15 and the problem went

Re: [Elecraft] How to access fuse block?

Dan, In my opinion, that fuse block will be difficult for an amateur without at least some limited sight. First you have to use a screwdriver to pry out the block. Inserting the fuses might possibly be done using only tactile sensation, but inserting the fuse block the right way up so the

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

Is this a dynamic mike with the bias turned on?   If so, turn the bias off.   I trust this is a mike connected to the MIC input on the front of the radio.  If you are using the front mike input and something is connected to the rear MIC input, unplug what ever is connected to the rear input.

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Noise

Buck, Which transceiver and which microphone? If the K3, are you using the front panel mic jack or the jack in the back? How do you have MIC SEL set? 73, Don W3FPR On 3/16/2019 2:57 PM, Buck wrote: I never use a microphone so here I am today trying to run voice in the Va QSO party. When I

[Elecraft] Mic Noise

I never use a microphone so here I am today trying to run voice in the Va QSO party. When I key the mic, I get a burst of noise that lasts maybe a half second. It does this even if I have the rig in "test" mode ie. no transmit. So, I don't think it is RF. I have tried adjusting the mic

[Elecraft] How to access fuse block?

"Recently purchased kpa-500 and need to know how to access fuse block to insert fuse. Configuration not user friendly for the blind. Any directions would be appreciated." There are instructions and photos in the Owner's Manual but I found it awkward to work on even with normal sight. I'd

Re: [Elecraft] K-POD Function key #'s mapping/Macro Assignments not matching K3 util assignments

I'm on Mojave 10.14.3 running K3 Util 1.16.6.25. I tried my shack MB air and my MB pro. Same issue. Weird. Using Windows util as a work around. Still a few things not matching up with the Fred Cady or stock documentation so could still be something with the rig. Not getting diversity receive

Re: [Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

How about a summer version? Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur Radio, KE9UW aka Jack, BMW Motorcycles From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Mike Flowers Sent: Saturday, March 16, 2019 12:35 PM To: j...@kk9a.com Cc:

Re: [Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

And what’s the latest firmware for the hat? -- Mike Flowers, K6MKF, NCDXC - "It's about DX!" > On Mar 16, 2019, at 10:31 AM, wrote: > > I have a two year old Elecraft hat, are there any upgrades for that? > > John KK9A > > Jack Brindle wrote: > > Ronnie; > > Congratulations. Now before

Re: [Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

I have a two year old Elecraft hat, are there any upgrades for that? John KK9A Jack Brindle wrote: Ronnie; Congratulations. Now before you put it on the air, be sure to upgrade it to the latest firmware. A lot has changed since May 2018, and we have made a lot of improvements. In fact the

Re: [Elecraft] K-POD Function key #'s mapping/Macro Assignments not matching K3 util assignments

My Mac OS version of the K3 utility writes all 16 macros and has for several different MAC OS versions. Currently on Mojave and zero problems with any of the Elecraft utilities. Very 73 - Mike - K9JRI > On Mar 16, 2019, at 8:10 AM, Brian “VE3BWP” Pietrzyk wrote: > > It turns out the

Re: [Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

Ronnie; Congratulations. Now before you put it on the air, be sure to upgrade it to the latest firmware. A lot has changed since May 2018, and we have made a lot of improvements. In fact the latest release is an important one for your amp. Also, make sure the K3 has the latest firmware so that

Re: [Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

It's a nice high quality hat. I got mine in a product deal, but the price is well within the range for high quality baseball caps. Chuck Hawley c-haw...@illinois.edu Amateur Radio, KE9UW aka Jack, BMW Motorcycles From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on

[Elecraft] I'm a new Father of a KPA1500!

I just purchased KPA-1500 S/N 0190, from N5FH. Mr. Floyd gave me a great deal on it.. considering it has not even had one second of operation. Floyd received this from Elecraft in May of 2018. I’m looking forward to getting it hooked to my K3 in the next day or so! YIPPEE! Ronnie W5SUM K-3,

[Elecraft] How to access fuse block?

Greetings, Recently purchased kpa-500 and need to know how to access fuse block to insert fuse. Configuration not userfriendly for the blind. Any directions would be appreciated. Thanks, Dan Sent from Mail for Windows 10

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 PA Current

Refreshing attitude, Dave! James Forsman jamesfors...@me.com https://jrquark.smugmug.com/HamRadio > On Mar 16, 2019, at 5:13 AM, David Wilcox via Elecraft > wrote: > > Try 1000 watts for one month. Then 500 watts for the next month. Don’t > tell anyone.

[Elecraft] K-POD Function key #'s mapping/Macro Assignments not matching K3 util assignments

It turns out the Mac version of the Elecraft k3 utility has a defect. It does not write Macros 10-16 to the K3. The windows (eww!) k3 util writes the macros fine so K-Pod working now as documented. Now if I could just get diversity receive to work as documented.. Thanks to Doug at Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 PA Current

Try 1000 watts for one month. Then 500 watts for the next month. Don’t tell anyone. Unless you are trying to get that last country for your stats you won’t see any difference in your enjoyment and contact ratio. How often do we turn our receivers, stereos, ovens, microwaves, irons, or