[Elecraft] K-3 for non-contesters

Just another viewpoint. I do some contesting using primarily two K-2/100's. I had a Ten Tec Orion that was a superb radio. I sold it to order a K-3, but decided to cancel my order. I still may order one, but I decided that for my purposes, the K-2 is the rig for me. It is simple to operate,

[Elecraft] Questions

I bit the bullet and placed my order for a K-3 last week going against my vow to wait until there was some experience with them. How does one determine approximate shipping dates on orders? Also, I didn't order any filters not knowing which ones to order. I sold my Orion (in order to fund the

[Elecraft] Re: Elecraft Digest, Vol 39, Issue 33

Ron, I plan to be atop MacDonald Pass (6,500 feet) just outside of Helena, MT with my Outbacker and my KX-1 (and ATS-3A) as BB#219. So I hope to give you MT for WAS...73, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789, CC# 1853 SKCC #22, C#38 NAQCC #306 QRPARCI #12163 In a message dated 07/27/07 14:57:11

[Elecraft] For Sale

I have decided not to remote my KPA 100, and therefore have for sale a new in box EC2 Enclosure and a newly assembled KI02 Aux. I/O. I will sell both for $140 or $55 for the EC2 and $85 for the KI02 including shipping CONUS. Please contact me directly via email...thanks, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R

Re: [Elecraft] Is CW a Language? OT

In a message dated 1/14/2006 8:13:59 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Are ham license classes teaching proper procedures anymore? Sandy, I have been a ham for one and one-half years. There were no ham classes when I got licensed. Since I only operate CW, I looked

Re: [Elecraft] QRP viability during solar cycle min?

In a message dated 1/11/2006 1:27:55 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Fear not the sunspot cycle, Darwin. In the past 18 months, I have completed WAS with 5w and a dipole. I currently have 49 states with 1 watt, and 44 states with 100mW. Well, I guess that ends me

Re: [Elecraft] Re: Kixie saves the day!

In a message dated 1/2/2006 1:15:15 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: compromised operating situation Kixie (the KX1) was designed for I use mine in my den next to my TV chair and hooked up to my Windom. I can listen and have QSO's while my wife and I enjoy our

Re: [Elecraft] CW poll

In a message dated 12/7/2005 9:22:33 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There is a poll at http://www.arrl.org asking what percentage of time we spend operating CW. Where is the poll on the website? It has smuch stuff, I can't find the page to which you

[Elecraft] Remote KPA-100 Kit

I have researched putting my KPA-100 in a seperate enclosure and running my K-2 in its original mode. However, what seems to me to be a simple project of extending cables and plugging them in when I need the amplifier is very complicated according to the reflector. I am not very good at

[Elecraft] Remote KPA-100 Kit

Thanks to everyone who responded. I think I've got it now. Having it explained has greatly simplified it for me, and I really appreciate this reflector. I need a KIO2 to accomplish the change simply. If somebody has a used one they would like to sell, I would like to buy one. If I can't

[Elecraft] Comparison of T1-K and KAT2

I am considering buying either a T-1 or KAT2 for my K-2. Is there any comparison data about which is the more effective tuner? Thanks, Ci Ci Jones, WU7R FISTS #10789 NAQCC #306 ARCI #12163 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] ARRL November Sweepstakes CW

In a message dated 11/7/05 7:39:51 A.M. Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 40+ Years of CW SSing and still LOVING IT! I am a newcomer to all of this, and I am wondering if there is any place left in contesting for those of us who choose not to have a computer send

Fwd: [Elecraft] WA3WSJ N7UN on AT Friday/Saturday

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[Elecraft] ARRL NOVEMBER SWEEPSTAKES

In a message dated 11/3/2005 17:02:58 Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I guess starting Friday around 7pm or so CW Sweepstakes starts. Oh well, we have until Friday night to have some fun. The rules I printed off of the ARRL website say the following: 2.3. Contest

[Elecraft] KX-1

I have a KX-1 (#957) with all options I would like to trade on an FT-817 (I need two and six meters). If anyone is interested, please contact me off-reflector. thanks and 72, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post

[Elecraft] Oscilloscope

I recently wrote an email to Elecraft re my K-1 transmitting with very weak power on twenty meters. I got a quick and informative reply back from Gary suggesting that I use a scope to measure the peak-to-peak voltage on various pins. Thinking this might provide me with a great learning

Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscope

In a message dated 7/21/2005 19:52:11 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Some oscilloscopes are that way, especially the newer ones! Thanks again to all who responded. I have printed your advice and I think I have used the scope successfully to locate the culprit--a bad cap.

[Elecraft] K-1 20 Meter Low Power

My K-1 (#933) has developed a low power situation on twenty meters. It still receives on all four bands and transmits fine on the other three. When tuning into a dummy load, it shows 0.1 watts and then indicates low power. I am not very technically oriented, and I would appreciate any

Re: [Elecraft] K1

In a message dated 5/2/05 21:10:53 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone give me a perfectly good excuse to build a K1? (...Please:-)) I faced the same issue, and I have resolved it by installing the K1 as a mobile unit in my Jeep. It fits perfectly and works like

Fwd: [Elecraft] Resistor Color Code Guide

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[Elecraft] Resistors

In a message dated 4/10/05 01:27:34 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You dialed up the colors in the correct order and it gave you the value of the resistor. It may come in handy during the build. I have always just used my DMM to check the value of each resister

Re: [Elecraft] Continuing Availability of the SMD LED CW Tuning Indicator

In a message dated 4/5/05 17:57:03 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've received a BUNCH of inquiries from folks who (for one reason or the other) missed out on the LED CW (Zero Beat) Tuning Indicator feeding frenzy which took place back in Nov-Dec '04 and Jan '05.. This

[Elecraft] KSB2

I just got a bargain KSB2 for my K2 (#4615). It was delivered to the seller 12/5/99. Do I need to make any changes before I install it in my K2. Any advice will be appreciated. U1 has the following numbers on it - PIC16C72 - 04/SP and 9852HAN, Also it has a little tag hand written saying

[Elecraft] KX1 Mobile Antenna

Thanks to all who made suggestions on the reflector. I have ordered a 40 meter hamstick. But in the meantime, I have been using a 24 foot piece of wire attached to a magnetic mount I have on the roof of my Jeep (I attach it to an old two meter whip I had).It seems to work okay. I am not yet

[Elecraft] Mobile Antenna for KX1

Any suggestions for antennas to use for a KX1 from a vehicle? Any experiences folks have would be helpful...72, Ci Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to

[Elecraft] T-1 Tuner

I went to the suggested website and looked at the pictures. However, there is no more information about this tuner. Can anyone tell us when the T-1 will be available and what the price is expected to be? Ci Jones WU7R FISTS 10789 NAQCC 306 ___

[Elecraft] External Tuner for K-2

I am considering using an LDG AT-100Pro or LDG Z-100 tuner with my K-2. My reasoning is that I haven't upgraded to 100 watts yet, but I need a tuner now. Also, I operate CW almost exclusively, what other K-2 options would folks suggest. Any advice and suggestions will be appreciated. Ci