Re: [Elecraft] OT Powerline Wifi extenders

2019-10-21 Thread Dave AD6A
Hi Tim, I worked on the Home Power standard from its inception. I Was able to make sure that none of the ham bands were used at all. Thus HomePower (or Powerline as it gets called) should be the perfect solution to your problem. Cheers, Dave Fifield AD6A Sent from my  iPhone XS (Max) > On

Re: [Elecraft] Looking for volunteer to design a tiny CW transceiver for socially isolated kids/teens

2019-10-17 Thread Dave AD6A
You could use most of the circuitry of the SMK-1 40m QRP rig to do exactly what you describe Wayne (leave off the PA!). The SMK-1 has Full break-in, no clicks or chirps, and a half-decent receiver in it. Feel free to use the design as you see fit. Dave Fifield AD6A Sent from my  iPhone XS

Re: [Elecraft] AX1

2018-05-11 Thread Dave AD6A
I sold my AX1 years ago. It looked great and worked well, but I never used it on stage ever. Ended up selling it for more than I paid for it new! Cheers es 73, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone X On May 10, 2018, at 5:33 AM, MaverickNH <cbjesse...@comcast.net> wrote: WOndering myself...

Re: [Elecraft] How far can the KPA1500 amp be from the PS?

2018-04-28 Thread Dave AD6A
Why not just use the amp as-is near the 220V outlet and run longer RF coax cables to the amp from your operating position? Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone X On Apr 28, 2018, at 6:54 AM, Dauer, Edward <eda...@law.du.edu> wrote: The KPA1500 Manual states that “the power supply can be op

[Elecraft] T1 QRP Autotuner

2018-02-09 Thread Dave AD6A
designed and implemented and a real pleasure to build. It'll work great with one of my old RH-20 radios, if I ever get to using one again (the KX-2) is my field radio of choice these days). Cheers es 72, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone X

[Elecraft] "SOLD" - RE: Free -- K1BKLTKIT - LCD Backlight Kit for a K1

2018-02-07 Thread Dave AD6A
"Sold" - that was quick - it's found a good home already folks. Cheers, Dave AD6A -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dave AD6A Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 9:23 PM To: 'Elecraft Mailing List'

[Elecraft] Free -- K1BKLTKIT - LCD Backlight Kit for a K1

2018-02-07 Thread Dave AD6A
I was tidying up and found what appears to be an unused K1BKLTKIT - LCD Backlight Kit for a K1. Since I sold my K1 years ago, I'll give this away free to a good home. First person to reply gets it. Cheers es 72, Dave Fifield AD6A --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast

Re: [Elecraft] QUICK QUESTION

2018-02-06 Thread Dave AD6A
If it's fitted (correctly) the should be a gold plated SMA female connector near the HF BNC. 73, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 7 Plus On Feb 6, 2018, at 12:58 PM, Michael Goins <wmgo...@gmail.com> wrote: Is their an easy way to tell if a KX3 has the 2 meter module in it without o

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 cabinet buzz

2018-01-25 Thread Dave AD6A
My KPA500 (that I built about a year ago) buzzes in the same way as Michael's. My transformer is hard against the rubber buffers, the double-rubber pads are properly in place, and the bolt is nicely torqued down. I'd be interested in hearing any ideas to mitigate this issue also. 73, Dave AD6A

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Feature Ask

2018-01-22 Thread Dave AD6A
f us microwavers that do the same thing. FWIW I have a fully loaded K3s in my home station that's also locked to a GPS standard, as is all my RF test equipment. Regards, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 7 Plus On Jan 22, 2018, at 6:36 PM, Nr4c <n...@widomaker.com> wrote: Come on. This is a gr

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Feature Ask

2018-01-22 Thread Dave AD6A
Thanks Wayne, I'll try doing the extended VFO temp comp procedure. Sounds like that will get me close enough. Cheers, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 7 Plus On Jan 22, 2018, at 8:04 AM, Wayne Burdick <n...@elecraft.com> wrote: Hi Dave, The synthesizer used in the KX3 doesn’t have

[Elecraft] KX3 Feature Ask

2018-01-21 Thread Dave AD6A
If at all possible I'd like the KX3 to have a 10MHz frequency reference input. What are the chances? Maybe this is something I could add as a mod? Cheers es 72, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 7 Plus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] WTB: Unbuilt/unloved/broken/basket case XV transverters

2017-11-26 Thread Dave AD6A
Hi Folks, I'm looking for any unbuilt/unloved/basket case/broken XV transverters (XV50, XV144, XV222, or XV432) that you'd be willing to sell. I'll pay top dollar depending on condition. Let me know what you have and what you're looking to get for it, and let's see if we can do some deals!

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft K3/K3s Main and VFO B Knob Combo, Black With Finger Dimple

2017-11-26 Thread Dave AD6A
Price Reduced for cyber Monday! (just kidding, I'll let them go for this price anytime). For Sale - one Elecraft K3/K3s Main and VFO B Knob Combo, Black With Finger Dimple, mint condition, with Allen key. These have been unobtainable new for some time now. This is the first version of the

Re: [Elecraft] Looking for specifics on KX2 / 10 meter FM use

2017-11-23 Thread Dave AD6A
Hi Wayne, I plan to use a KX2 on 28-30MHz as an IF for microwaves (right now I use my KX3's on 2m). In the Bay Area on 10GHz we have a linear translator (always on) that uses a -600KHz split. Most of us use FM through the translator (easier to set up the shift on FM than on SSB or CW). As such,

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft K3/K3s Main and VFO B Knob Combo, Black With Finger Dimple

2017-10-15 Thread Dave AD6A
For Sale - one Elecraft K3/K3s Main and VFO B Knob Combo, Black With Finger Dimple, mint condition, with Allen key. Unobtainable new. This is the first version of the combo knobs shown here: http://www.73cnc.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=K3COMBOBLK Note: these knobs have smooth

[Elecraft] FS: Weighted Tuning Knob with Ball Bearing Dimple & Aluminum Inlay for Elecraft KX3

2017-10-15 Thread Dave AD6A
For Sale - one Weighted Tuning Knob with Ball Bearing Dimple & Aluminum Inlay for Elecraft KX3, mint condition, with Allen key. Unobtainable new. See http://www.73cnc.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=KX3DELUXE $100 shipped (Priority Mail) conus - PayPal only Cheers es 73, Dave

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 added to Sherwood's list

2017-08-01 Thread Dave AD6A
Excellent! What great customer service and support - second to none!! 73, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 7 Plus On Aug 1, 2017, at 6:29 PM, K9MA <k...@sdellington.us> wrote: Another interesting detail, I think. For the KX3, if I recall correctly, both the QST review and Sherwood's

[Elecraft] WTB: PX3 with cables in good used condition - What have you?

2017-07-29 Thread Dave AD6A
Anyone got a lightly-used-but-no-longer-needed Elecraft PX3 panadapter with all the cables (manuals not needed, but I'll take them if you have them) in good clean used condition that they'd like to sell me? Contact me off the Elecraft list at dave at AD6A dot com or call 408-208-7373 (cell)

Re: [Elecraft] Using a KX2 with an SP3 external speaker ?

2017-07-13 Thread Dave AD6A
?w=809077 73,Dave, AD6A -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Hystad Sent: Wednesday, July 12, 2017 10:56 PM To: elecraft <Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Using a KX2 with an SP3 external s

[Elecraft] Seeking input on KPA1500 station configurations

2017-06-15 Thread Dave AD6A
atly underneath a K3s/P3 combo. I'm actually making my own right now, but I'd prefer an Elecraft "branded" one. Thanks for listening! Cheers es 73, Dave AD6A --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivi

Re: [Elecraft] Amplifier thoughts

2017-03-28 Thread Dave AD6A
(maybe a bit less on the upper bands), all-mode, alpha-numeric labels for memories (a la Yaesu FTM-400XDR), click-mode main tuning dial selectable (like IC-7000), and a super-fast scan feature. Don't want much, do I? ;) Cheers es 73, Dave AD6A -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 pins

2017-03-19 Thread Dave AD6A
Yep! -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Bryan Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2017 12:18 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KX2 pins Does anyone know what the pins exposed on the back of the KX2 are for?

Re: [Elecraft] KX2/KX3 phone ops during QRPTTF?

2017-03-10 Thread Dave AD6A
+1 I'll be out there somewhere with either my KX3 or KX2 72, Dave AD6A -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John AE5X Sent: Friday, March 10, 2017 11:30 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KX2/KX3 phone ops during

[Elecraft] Quick Way To Accurately Measure K3s CW Filter Offset?

2017-02-18 Thread Dave AD6A
. Apply the offset to the crystal filter bank What do you think of this procedure? Got a better/quicker one? Any/all input most gratefully accepted. Cheers es 73, Dave AD6A --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

[Elecraft] KPA500 Power Supply Environmental/Ergonomic Issue

2017-01-31 Thread Dave AD6A
microwatts when power is applied but the ON button is OFF (not pressed, or pressed an even number of times). Comments? Ideas? Cheers, Dave AD6A --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avas

Re: [Elecraft] Help with dimensions please

2017-01-30 Thread Dave AD6A
anel. Cut-out in the top rail starts 0.425" from the outside surface of the left-hand end of the rail and ends at 3.375" from the same reference point. Hope this helps! Cheers, Dave AD6A (ex- G8INR) -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] WTB - KX2

2017-01-23 Thread Dave AD6A
Look no furtherElecraft sell them! They're excellent - love mine! I'd bet no one will be selling their KX2 secondhand anytime soon Cheers es 73, Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 5s > On Jan 23, 2017, at 12:59 PM, pkhjr via Elecraft <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> > wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 with PX3

2016-12-30 Thread Dave AD6A
You may simply have the power set too low (below 11W) for the KXPA100 to turn on. 73 Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 5s > On Dec 30, 2016, at 9:22 AM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote: > > Ray, > > Check to be certain the RJ-45 connectors are fully plug

[Elecraft] KX2 Vox/PTT Precedence

2016-11-12 Thread Dave AD6A
key on the rig? 72 de Dave AD6A Sent from my  iPhone 7+ __ 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