Re: [Elecraft] No RTFM

2011-06-24 Thread Bill K9YEQ
of at least 25%.. that would be .25 X 0 = 0^-~! 73, Bill K9YEQ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted

Re: [Elecraft] XG3 6M beacon W7RDP/B on the air

2011-06-22 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I may put one up in here in WI when I get my alternative other side of the house coax line installed. Might as well use the XG3 near 100% of the time. Line loss could be a detrimental factor, but I do have.75 heliax to help. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- We need more beacons

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KPA500 3 days in.

2011-06-22 Thread Bill K9YEQ
are insignificant at 1.5 KW amp output. I usually ragchew in the evenings and use my amp. Otherwise, the amp is off for my other bands where I operate QRP most of the time. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- You don't have a problem with your 6M setup - it's working well. When you use the 100W K3

Re: [Elecraft] XG3 6M beacon W7RDP/B on the air

2011-06-22 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Wayne, You have now thrown the gauntlet! 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- In that case, you now hold the record for copying an unamplified XG3 beacon :) The previous record was 1/4 mile or so. Wayne On Jun 21, 2011, at 6:46 PM, K7WIA wrote: per Google Earth, I am 18.42 miles

Re: [Elecraft] K3

2011-06-14 Thread Bill K9YEQ
It turns on and off with the radio. I plug in my P3 so it will turn off with the radio. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- GM, There is a 12VDC output on rear panel and I wonder what switched means? I need 12VDC only on receive. 73 de Ben

Re: [Elecraft] (operating) - P3

2011-06-09 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
Totally agreed. I also use it on quiet bands as well 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Yarnes Sent: Thursday, June 09, 2011 12:20 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Legendary Elecraft Service - not!

2011-06-07 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
for this, they should, but I have sent them a lot of $'s for their equipment. Finally, please, anyone reading this, comment off list and let's not proliferate the obvious. :-). This is not a cult, just a passion for quality 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Paul, The buck stops

Re: [Elecraft] CK722 transistor

2011-05-27 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Lee, I don't think I saved any, but I had a silver cased tall but square unit which I remember as the CK722. I remember it well because of the expense and how careful I had to be. I could be mistaken as I also used a ?2n384? device as well. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Pedestrian Mobile

2011-05-22 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
I would think a neck strap used on an RC transmitter should do a job to remove some of the weight. I the meantime, I expect to start lifting 1 quart milk jugs to strengthen my grip and strength. The 17 meter antenna can't wait to get its new home on the KX3. :-) 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original

Re: [Elecraft] K-3 Noise Reduction

2011-05-16 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
noise level is around s2-3 most days. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- I have a K-3, S/N 1997 and was talking to a friend who also has a K-3 on the air recently. He mentioned that he also recently purchased a Yaesu FT 5000 and noticed that the noise reduction on the FT 5000 seems to do

Re: [Elecraft] (no subject)

2011-05-01 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Jim, Could you enclose your macro? Saves us time to look it up. Then I can be truly lazy and copy paste. :-) Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Oops - forgot to turn HTML off in my reply. Gary and others, In case you are switching between 100 Watts and QRP 5 watts, there is another way

Re: [Elecraft] New XG3 f/w includes CW beacon mode

2011-04-28 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
I was so tempted to come back with a smart response... but will resist. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- On 4/27/2011 3:45 PM, Bruce Beford wrote: With the XG3 and an attenuator it would be very easy to duplicate these tests. Just remember that **unattended** beacons below 28

Re: [Elecraft] XG2, 3 Band 1-uV / 50-uV Receiver Test Oscillator (80, 40 20M) - SOLD

2011-04-25 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
I also have one surplus, same deal. Johnny, if you have a buyer stateside who missed out, please advise. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Johnny Siu Sent: Sunday, April 24, 2011 8:43 AM

Re: [Elecraft] Odd Question [Elecraft history]

2011-04-21 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
My comment was tongue in cheek. I don't expect Elecraft to do anything but keep offering great stuff to its niche. Just want them to keep up the great business of making the stuff I have always wished I could have at a reasonable price and let me be part of the building process. 73, Bill K9YEQ

Re: [Elecraft] factory built k3/100/F

2011-04-20 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
Mine worked perfectly, 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Scott McDowell Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 12:03 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] factory built k3/100/F Hello

Re: [Elecraft] Another thought for the XG3 Utility

2011-04-20 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
Dick, I have mine. Just unplugged the W2 serial cable and voila! How sweet the new toy is!! Nice job!!! 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- We were showing this on a P3 at the Visalia DX Convention last weekend. There are two programmable functions (sweeps) described on page 10

Re: [Elecraft] Odd Question [Elecraft history]

2011-04-20 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
Alan, I am still waiting on them to go public so I can get a few shares. :-) 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Alan Bloom Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 7:14 PM To: j...@audiosystemsgroup.com

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Kit Building Time ?

2011-04-20 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
recognize were just to be sure I did not screw up. There were no inventory issues. Radio worked super through the build. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Hystad Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Manual Updates

2011-04-19 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http

Re: [Elecraft] XG3 shipping status - Any received?

2011-04-18 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
Got mine today! Nice piece. I tried running .9 watts into it by mistake... gosh I hate when that happens... and it survived!!! Well made. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Edward R. Cole

Re: [Elecraft] New Elecraft product: XG3 All-Band RF Signal Source

2011-04-13 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
anything coming out tomorrow in this order. Like a remote 1.5 KW tuner. :-) 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 4:36 PM To: Rick Dettinger Cc: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] re KPA 500 and ATU Great design

2011-04-08 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
. :-) 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Guy Olinger K2AV Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2011 9:45 PM To: Mike Fatchett Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] re KPA 500 and ATU An on-board

Re: [Elecraft] K1 #2973 on the Air (Choosing the K1 or KX1)

2011-04-08 Thread Bill (K9YEQ)
My request was in a few years ago for a compact single band SSB portable with internal tuner and battery (Lithium) that competed with the KX1 in size running a couple of watts. 73, Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- [WRJ] . One other thing: I really wish Wayne and Eric would peal off

Re: [Elecraft] My K3 forgets where it's at on DC failure

2011-02-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
And, from the Tech master!!! Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike Fatchett W0MU Sent: Sunday, February 27, 2011 11:15 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] My K3 forgets where

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Beta v1.05 anomaly?

2011-02-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Gene, I don't see it. Perhaps the firmware needs to be reloaded. Could have been corrupted during update from any number of things. I have had that happen a couple times in the past, not with P3 but with my W2. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] P3, what lies ahead?

2011-02-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
It is a future plan. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Scott Where? I have a hole in the case marked DISPLAY. I have not been able to plug a monitor cable in that hole and get any video display. ...bc nr4c __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Utility Going Bonkers

2011-02-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
will be able to turn on the power option that controls the USB ports power. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Kirley Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 10:43 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Utility Going Bonkers

2011-02-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
as those settings should not have to be changed. My equipment runs fine without the settings changes for the RS232 to USB adapter. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Paul Kirley [mailto:pkir...@fuse.net] Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 11:32 AM To: Bill K9YEQ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] P3 display...

2011-02-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Notice that changing the filters does nothing to the display. So the signal sample is ahead of them. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Hystad Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 11:57 AM

Re: [Elecraft] P3, what lies ahead?

2011-02-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
is a wonderful piece of equipment.Based on what they keep doing I may be forced to buy a KPA500 and sell my 2.5KFx. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gary Gregory Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 6

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Utility Going Bonkers

2011-02-22 Thread Bill K9YEQ
. A bad MOBO, loose connection, etc., can cause issues as well. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 12:13 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Utility Going Bonkers

2011-02-21 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Have you tried a different cable from the KUSB to the K3? Are your connections tight? I run the same device, same OS and no issues. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Frank MacDonell Sent: Monday

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + W2

2011-02-20 Thread Bill K9YEQ
created by each device. I accept the difference and use remote tuning to eliminate these issues. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dohn Smythe Sent: Sunday, February 20, 2011 11:10 AM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] NB continuous control

2011-02-19 Thread Bill K9YEQ
help to get you past any complexity. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Eduardo González Sent: Saturday, February 19, 2011 12:32 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] NB continuous

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-500 from Orlando

2011-02-15 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Wayne, I have my THP HL-2.5kfx, is there a way to control both via the K3? I would like to select the device to use based on conditions without going through a lot of switching. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-500 from Orlando

2011-02-15 Thread Bill K9YEQ
to you. I am not about to retire, so am so busy I have trouble keeping up with all the great Elecraft stuff that I keep adding just so I have it. I even miss updates unless I am a beta tester. If I get the beta it avoid so much of the watching the list. Most beta's are perfect. Bill K9YEQ

Re: [Elecraft] APF Macro

2011-02-13 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Dick, I just took a look at the macros in the K3 utility menu... WOW. I don't know how I missed it. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dick Dievendorff Sent: Saturday, February 12, 2011 9:44 PM

[Elecraft] P3 center freq using xv144

2011-02-11 Thread Bill K9YEQ
When I first go to 2 meter band the P3 center freq is on freq of VFO 1. After tuning the center freq is around 130 mhz. Can anyone advise what is up? I may have missed this issue on the reflector. IF I knew where to look in history I would. Bill K9YEQ

Re: [Elecraft] 64-bit Win 7 Prolific Driver install can't find inf file

2011-02-09 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Fred, DO your windows update found in start menu in control panel. That should fix it. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Hi all, Well I have a Win 7 64-bit op system and went to the Prolific website and downloaded the driver for the USB-Serial adapter claimed to be OK for Win 7 64-bit

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KUSB

2011-02-07 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I use win7 74 bit with it and absolutely no problems. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Bill W4ZV wrote: Does anyone know the cable length of the most recent adapter (using the FTDI chipset)? 6' is the answer. Another question...has anyone had problems with the Elecraft KUSB

Re: [Elecraft] iphone - droid apps

2011-02-01 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Jim, Copy the PDF to your Android phone and you can read with PDF viewer. No special app needed that I am aware. I do recommend placing the file in your storage chip to save space on the phone itself. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K1KG Fwd: P3/K3 Transverter Cursor Operation

2011-01-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Alan, I loaded and am trying. One issue is that when I QSY with the marker, I don't get the exact frequency I have used on the select knob. It shows for example 147.240.29 vs 147.240.00. Can you add rounding to put the K3 on the freq shown on the P3 as a rounded value? Bill K9YEQ

Re: [Elecraft] ANT2 port w/o Tuner

2011-01-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
before I bring the amp on line. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Edward R. Cole Sent: Friday, January 28, 2011 3:50 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] ANT2 port w/o Tuner Ross, etal

Re: [Elecraft] 120 vs 240

2011-01-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I feel very fortunate My 240 panel is within 20' of the shack. I wired it myself and I think I spent $75 for all the hardware. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Edward R. Cole Sent: Tuesday

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 - just 500 watts?

2011-01-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I love QRP but run THP 2.5kfx generally in the evening on 75m as I cannot be heard well without the 1.5KW out. I don't like the life's too short for QRP statement as I have had some of my best contacts at less than 2W. I usually run 2W or less. I love 100 MW! Bill K9YEQ -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] P3 and xvtr band

2011-01-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Elecraft stuff, but... there are issues. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Robert Redmon Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2011 5:41 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] P3 and xvtr band

Re: [Elecraft] P3 0.050 Glitch?

2011-01-14 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I use 120 ref lvl with a noise level of S3. It looks very good here. The 0nly thing I don't like is the scale which I was not able to adjust to 40 or so over S9. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf

Re: [Elecraft] win 7 32/64 bit

2011-01-05 Thread Bill K9YEQ
there. Good luck. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jerry Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 1:43 PM To: List Elecraft Subject: Re: [Elecraft] win 7 32/64 bit Tried that and it didn't work - Amateur Radio

Re: [Elecraft] K3 EZ

2010-12-05 Thread Bill K9YEQ
John, What is the OS and do you have an antivirus program running? Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- Subject: [Elecraft] K3 EZ Hello to the group... I have tried installing K3 EZ on my WIN 7 (32 bit) machine, but the program hangs on launch

Re: [Elecraft] [P3] Mkr A

2010-12-01 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Al, Glad you noted the firmware version. I am still on .36! What have I been missing?!! Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Al Lorona Sent: Wednesday, December 01, 2010 12:02 AM To: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ATU Question

2010-11-22 Thread Bill K9YEQ
If you press and hold the tune button it will cycle on and off. Try holding it down once to enable it. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ed G Sent: Monday, November 22, 2010 5:16 AM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] USB to Serial Issues

2010-11-20 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I have built a 12v dual core atom processor PC that is very small profile. With a solid state drive (ssd) it is very acceptable as well. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Friday

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Question

2010-11-19 Thread Bill K9YEQ
As I understand, not yet. The display on my unit is very easy to see. More than adequate even though I need reading glasses and I see it without. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- I own S/N 1997 and am getting ready to buy a P3. Does the P3 have a video output so I can connect

Re: [Elecraft] T1 Remote Tuning and Power Supply

2010-11-16 Thread Bill K9YEQ
George, I would be most interested in what you come up with? IF you have the time please keep me informed. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of GeorgeP Sent: Tuesday, November 16, 2010 11:25 AM

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Utility software

2010-11-04 Thread Bill K9YEQ
. When you install you might have some pop ups and how you answer them will determine whether or not the window will load correctly. Good luck. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Spears Sent

Re: [Elecraft] Firmware load

2010-11-04 Thread Bill K9YEQ
HL-2.5kfx which uses another interface. I don't have the same issues he experiences. From what I understood from his message is that the program isn't correctly loading to his desktop. I could be wrong, won't be the first time :-). Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Feature Request ...

2010-10-19 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I tried with my radio and don't notice this. I use main for now as my 2nd ant has bit the dirt. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Alan, A feature request for the P3 ... please adjust the Ref level internally to accommodate the 6 dB level shift when the K3 sub-receiver is turned on/off

Re: [Elecraft] K3/P3 - To watch own TX, what lines need to be disconnected?

2010-10-19 Thread Bill K9YEQ
penetration of signal based on a clean signal based on what I want. The P3 helps me see my signal visually. I have a penetrating signal, not a broadcast signal. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- nr4c wrote: Since it can be useful

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / P3 firmware

2010-10-18 Thread Bill K9YEQ
That's what I do with mine. The update even tells me to turn off the P3 if I have it on. Not too hard for me to do. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- The P3 can be optioned so you can turn it off from the front panel. How hard is that? Nothing has to be disconnected. Hammers aren't

Re: [Elecraft] P3 - Displaying my signal

2010-10-13 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Allan, Great idea!!! Thank you! Back to adjusting my audio. I will use the K3 easy which is just super for fast adjustment. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Alan Bloom Sent: Wednesday, October

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Tokyo High Power

2010-10-10 Thread Bill K9YEQ
between the K3 and the THP amp are just fine with no tinkering. You do need a direct cable from the K3 to your amp to do auto bandswitching. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dave Jeanne Robertson Sent

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Build ideas and suggestions...

2010-10-10 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Great suggestion, but save the time and follow Don's suggestion which I think eliminates rework and possible additional issues. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester-Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of w2b

Re: [Elecraft] K3 AGC THR doesn't go low enough

2010-10-08 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I would concur with Don. I do not use the preamp unless the noise level is very low. I use the attenuator on load bands or when there is a substantial noise level. I use AGC as I don't want to damage my hearing accidentally. Bill K9YEQ John, I find that true too - but ONLY under

Re: [Elecraft] K3 AGC THR doesn't go low enough

2010-10-08 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Don, I tried your recommendations and it makes the setup sound better than where I had it. The threshold increase makes quite a listening difference for me personally. Thank you for sharing. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] Tnx all for the help choosing the k3

2010-09-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
You won't be sorry. I thoroughly enjoy using my fully loaded k3 and P3. Am so spoiled. My wife hasn't a clue :-). Life is great!!! Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K2 - KAF2 Option - Opinions Solicited

2010-09-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I prefer the DSP2 vs the AF filter. Both are helpful. Bill -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of stan levandowski Sent: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 9:45 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K2 -

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Froze

2010-09-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Have you tried restarting the PC as well, or can't you get the K3 to work, after the reset? Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Carlson Sent: Saturday, September 25, 2010 5:46 PM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Sad News!!! *SCAM* pls ignore it

2010-09-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Ron, That is all it is. A virus in the email program sends a message to all in the address book. This is why some ISP's or internet web services only allow a limited # of emails to be sent at once. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] P3 MKR off freq?

2010-09-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Check your shift frequency. I had the same issue and it took me a bit to figure it out. Once the NORM button was held in, voila, fixed! There are other offsets I am sure which could also change the center freq, but my solution is the simple easy one. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] FW: P3 MKR SOLVED

2010-09-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Gary, Tell us as one of us may do the same thing. God knows I've done a bunch of goofy things and try to figure them out. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gary Ferdinand Sent: Thursday

Re: [Elecraft] K3 :: firmware update failure

2010-09-19 Thread Bill K9YEQ
fool proof. As those of us in the PC repair and building business know, directions are important to follow. And be sure not to interrupt the state of the update process by powering off the radio, computer or program before it is complete if one doesn't want to mess it up. Bill K9YEQ

Re: [Elecraft] K3 :: firmware update failure

2010-09-19 Thread Bill K9YEQ
processes of all of them and show my customers how to download from their cameras and sort their own so they don't lose the libraries and other dedicated to manufacturer systems which can be a huge hassle. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500

2010-09-10 Thread Bill K9YEQ
range, very enticing. Just be sure to design a remote tuner powered over coax with auto band switching, etc., that works with this setup and will tune-up a wet noodle. ;-). Then who could resist? Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and monitor RFI

2010-09-04 Thread Bill K9YEQ
None. I have noted trash coming into the K3 because of Laptop power supplies. Amazing how much garbage. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Fred Maas Sent: Saturday, September 04, 2010 2:40 PM

[Elecraft] FS KI02

2010-09-01 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I have a KI02 which is excess to my needs. Pulled from my original K2 and DIP chip carefully replaced. Board and internal cable built. Needs external cable build. $75 plus shipping. Bill K9YEQ __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] [P3] P3 and K144XV

2010-08-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I have used the P3 with the K144xv. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Radio Amateur N5GE Sent: Saturday, August 28, 2010 7:10 AM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] [P3] P3 and K144XV Does the P3

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter in SO2R

2010-08-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I was experiencing some erratic behavior, could have been a power interruption issue. I reloaded the firmwar; fixed! ( I have 2 sensors as well, one high power HF and the VHF.) Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter in SO2R

2010-08-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
today. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft [mailto:e...@elecraft.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 11:31 AM To: Bill K9YEQ Cc: 'Elecraft reflector' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter in SO2R We changed

Re: [Elecraft] IMac pro RFI

2010-08-24 Thread Bill K9YEQ
The issue is not just the manufacturer, try explaining it to the wife. :-) I have argued with wife and neighbors over the years without success. Being technically correct may not be the fix to the problem. Glad the iMac issue is fixed. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] P3 and 6m pre-amp power? And the W2?

2010-08-24 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Wayne, how about the W2 as well? I need some w (not y) connections.Love the P3, just wish could reduce all the connections. Running out of room on the desktop. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- Yes. Wayne N6KR On Aug 24, 2010, at 12:47 PM, Michael Fox - N6MEF wrote: Does

Re: [Elecraft] P3 and 6m pre-amp power? And the W2?

2010-08-24 Thread Bill K9YEQ
. The narrow peaks of a transmitting signal which sounds the closest to normal, has the best signal. Those with flat peaks or multiple peaks are those which aren't quite as strong. Interesting. I am learning. Love the display!!! Great piece of equipment. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Screen Viewing Angle

2010-08-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Perhaps adjusting the contrast is what is needed. Check the manual for a how-to-do Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe Word Sent: Monday, August 23, 2010 10:22 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] using K3 with THP Hl-1.5KFX amp

2010-08-23 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Engineering as I recall. Any vendor who sells the amp will sell you the proper cable. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Linda and Bob Sent: Monday, August 23, 2010 10

Re: [Elecraft] [P3][w2] Firmware Reload

2010-08-12 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I had an issue with W2. Could not figure out what was going on. It was WORKING! Cables ok, everything tested ok. Had current firmware... reloaded it again. Fixed! WHEW! When in doubt, reload, reboot. Bill -Original Message- I forgot, in the heat of playing with a new toy, to pass

Re: [Elecraft] K3: PRE/ATT Bug or feature?

2010-08-11 Thread Bill K9YEQ
other than to help you decide on how to use the ATT and Preamp settings This helps the dynamic range. I would rather listen to a clean S7 signal than an S9 + without clarity. Hope that makes sense. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Reward for P3 S/N 56

2010-08-03 Thread Bill K9YEQ
What would you charge for a lifetime subscription to your service, Don? Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Monday, August 02, 2010 11:22 PM To: Vic K2VCO Cc: elecraft

[Elecraft] K2 handle and feet.

2010-08-01 Thread Bill K9YEQ
of the IC-7000, although price is very nice. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] New 2KW amp from the HB1A folks (YouKits) (John Harper)

2010-07-31 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Peter, I wouldn't either. I own a THP HL-2.5kfx. So I may be a bit prejudiced. It runs like a champ with my K3. Can't hear me, oh, let me turn on my amp. :-) Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf

Re: [Elecraft] K3 144 repeater settings?

2010-07-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
. The same. 2 meters must be on the primary receiver. I have the second receiver option, but have it shut off on 2 meters. I have had some suggestions to monitor 2 meters and another band at the same time, but won't go down that path. I Have a k2 to monitor lower bands when using the k3 on 2. Bill

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Feature request - Repeater Offset (Or not) saved per VFO?

2010-07-05 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Ditto. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jeff Cochrane - VK4BOF Sent: Monday, July 05, 2010 6:35 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] [K3

Re: [Elecraft] K2 and USB to Serial for Radio Control

2010-06-30 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I believe Tripplite bought out Keyspan. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of K5JAZ Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 5:27 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K2 and USB to Serial

[Elecraft] PR6 SubRec and two bands at once on K3

2010-06-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Seems when I have the Sub Receiver set on 6 Mtrs and the main band on 75, the PR6 isn't getting the signal through the RX. Or do I not need the RX on to use the PR6, or is the PR6 out of circuit when in this configuration? Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules

[Elecraft] PR6 SubRec and two bands at once on K3

2010-06-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Let me add: Seems when I have the Sub Receiver set on 6 Mtrs and the main band on 75, the PR6 isn't getting the signal through the RXant. Or do I not need the RX ant on to use the PR6, or is the PR6 out of circuit when in this configuration? Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3

Re: [Elecraft] PR6 SubRec and two bands at once on K3

2010-06-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
Brett, Thank you for the response. I haven't considered the use of the pass through BNC's. I want to use the Sub Rec and the 6 meters and be able to switch back and forth to transmit on any 160-6 meter freqs. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Brett Howard [mailto:br

Re: [Elecraft] PR6 SubRec and two bands at once on K3

2010-06-28 Thread Bill K9YEQ
an easier time figuring out the 2 mtr transverter than the PR6 operation. It's probably just an issue of getting used to using it. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Brett Howard [mailto:br...@livecomputers.com] Sent: Monday, June 28, 2010 8:54 PM To: Bill K9YEQ Cc: 'elec ' Subject

Re: [Elecraft] Clock Accuracy and Outlook 2010 conversation deletion

2010-06-25 Thread Bill K9YEQ
In case anyone is interested. I loaded Outlook 2010. What a wonderful piece of software. I sort by conversations. I went from multiple messages under the Clock topic to just a couple conversations and was able to two-click them away to the deleted folder. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] LDG AND MFJ998

2010-06-17 Thread Bill K9YEQ
I also have one and run 1.5 kw without an issue. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: Don Ehrlich [mailto:ehrl...@clallambroadband.com] Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2010 11:53 AM To: lrom...@ij.net; k9...@live.com Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] LDG AND MFJ998 I'll add

Re: [Elecraft] LDG

2010-06-16 Thread Bill K9YEQ
of the stuff we deal with I like the Elecraft tuners. I am not happy they haven't delved into this market more with heavier duty stuff, but then I have what I need for now. Bill K9YEQ K2 and KX1 field tester, K3 and modules -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter Review

2010-06-15 Thread Bill K9YEQ
the Elecraft. Some called it Mojo.) Did I mention: Great bunch of people. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- I just read the W2 wattmeter review in the upcoming July, 2010 QST on the member's only pages. Very good read and once again pointed out the excellent customer

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Which headphones for stereo cw work? Summation

2010-05-31 Thread Bill K9YEQ
This is the reason I purchased Dynaco A50's back in the 60's. They were very close to flat. Music sounded as close to live as I could afford. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent

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