[Elecraft] K5 beta testers

2024-04-01 Thread David Pratt
I was just wondering whether any of the K5 Beta Testers have taken out KF1VE as a vanity callsign? 73 de David G4DMP -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt, Kippax, Leeds.| | Website: https://www.g4dmp.co.uk | + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - +

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft-AX/KX/KH] Elecraft 80M SSB Net Announcement

2023-12-17 Thread David Pratt
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Rotary encoder

2023-05-21 Thread David Pratt
Several years ago I had a problem with one of my K3 encoders and obtained a replacement E850239 from Elecraft under warranty. However, I noticed that the two halves of the encoder had started to separate. They were held together by small aluminium rivets. By carefully removing the rivets, one

Re: [Elecraft] ERR DVR

2022-04-30 Thread David Pratt
Josep - If you do not have the DVR installed in your K3, go to the Config Menu and check the KDVR3 entry. It should say 'not inSt'. If it says 'nor' then turn it to 'not inSt'. I hope that solved the problem. 73 de David G4DMP -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt, Kippax,

Re: [Elecraft] ERR DVR

2022-04-30 Thread David Pratt
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Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 RS232 trouble

2021-09-10 Thread David Pratt
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Re: [Elecraft] XV432

2021-04-18 Thread David Pratt
I would like to thank Don, Mike and Peter for responding to my plea for help for an XV transverter crystal oven. I never cease to be amazed at the help given on the Elecraft reflector which is second to none. Thank you gentlemen. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, David Pratt writes

[Elecraft] XV144 Crystal Oven

2021-04-17 Thread David Pratt
I would be pleased to hear from anyone who has a crystal oven for the XV series of transverters. The Elecraft part number is E980076. The oven in my XV144 has gone open circuit. I have attempted to search the Elecraft website for one without success and have even entered an enquiry but have had

[Elecraft] XV432

2021-04-07 Thread David Pratt
I am wishing to buy an XV432 transverter for use with my K2. If anyone has one which they no longer need, I would be pleased to hear from them. 73 de David G4DMP -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt, Kippax, Leeds. | | Website: http://www.g4dmp.co.uk | + - - - - - - - -

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Craziest / most rewarding QSOs

2018-09-14 Thread David Pratt
I would love to go back to 1955, Wayne, using homebrew equipment, when I was first licensed (as G3KEP) and we used condensers instead of capacitors. Even in 2000 when I built my first K2 MoJo, I only had to press the key and got a pileup calling me. Nowadays, with the advent of PLT, CFL & LED

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 ordered 8/24 [Elecraft Shipping Status Page Update]

2018-02-08 Thread David Pratt
I am not sure that many people would need one in Europe, Tony. At least, in the UK we are only licensed for 26dBW (400W) so the KPA500 would be more than adequate. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Tony G6GLP writes >Its great to hear the major shipping has started of

Re: [Elecraft] K3 DTMF tones

2018-02-08 Thread David Pratt
I am delighted to report back that changing the wire from pin-5 to pin-6 has done the trick. DTMF tones work fine on the K3 as do also the UP and DOWN buttons with MIC BTN On in the CONFIG menu. The DTMF tones also work on the K2. What is surprising, however, is that everything works equally

Re: [Elecraft] K3 DTMF tones

2018-02-08 Thread David Pratt
ctret?  Most are dynamic.  Make > certain the mic plug is wired for standard Kenwood pinout for HF mics, > Some made for VHF rigs may be different. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > > On 2/7/2018 9:47 AM, David Pratt wrote: >> In an archived message Lyle KK7P said .

[Elecraft] K3 DTMF tones

2018-02-07 Thread David Pratt
In an archived message Lyle KK7P said . > Currently, use of a DTMF-equipped microphone or generating the tones > with an attached device. The K3 does not generate DTMF tones,although > it could in a future firmware enhancement. > > 73, > > Lyle KK7P Well, in the absence of the long awaited

[Elecraft] Unsubscribing

2017-08-20 Thread David Pratt
Regrettably, after 17 years as a member of this group I am now unsubscribing as nowadays there are so few messages of relevance to those of us in the UK and the developed world. Any queries I have on Elecraft products will be made by direct mail to Eric, Wayne, Don and to Elecraft support. 73 to

[Elecraft] Amateur Radio Guidance for Licensees

2017-08-10 Thread David Pratt
Last month the latest edition of Amateur Radio Licence - Guidance for licensees was published by Ofcom. I normally print this out as an A5 booklet and keep it by me to refer to in conjunction with my amateur licence. It is a very useful document.

Re: [Elecraft] Just a test

2017-07-12 Thread David Pratt
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Re: [Elecraft] Keying CW in SSB Mode

2017-07-04 Thread David Pratt
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] A little theory.

2017-04-17 Thread David Pratt
Thank you, Fred. Having one of the CNC knobs on my K3, I had forgotten about that. I did not realise it was causing such an issue. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Fred C. Jensen <k6...@foothill.net> writes >My K3 has one, it's around the Big Knob. >Fred K6DGW >Sparks NV

Re: [Elecraft] A little theory.

2017-04-17 Thread David Pratt
Excuse my ignorance, Tim; maybe I am being naive, but could you explain to which Elecraft products you are referring? I do not know of any 'O' rings in any of my Elecraft transceivers. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, "k...@juno.com" writes > >A long time admirer. For me,

Re: [Elecraft] KXBC3 clock drift

2016-08-29 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, "etks...@gmail.com" writes >When you are logging to paper and have the radio clock displayed for >the specific purpose of having a handy UTC clock it's annoying when >it's off. The KXBC3 is marketed as a battery charger and RTC, and I >bought it for both.

Re: [Elecraft] DTMF Tones on the K3

2016-06-01 Thread David Pratt
Many thanks, Joe and Don, for that useful information which I shall keep in mind. I would, however, like to continue using my D104 microphone with which I receive outstanding good quality reports. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Don Wilhelm writes >I agree with

[Elecraft] DTMF tone support on the K3

2016-06-01 Thread David Pratt
Do you know whether there is any progress on this, Lyle? I have been struggling with a handheld DTMF device, held close to the K3 microphone for years! It is somewhat cumbersome and I look forward to the long awaited DTMF feature on the K3 which I think has been on the software list for

Re: [Elecraft] Will the K4 look like this?

2016-04-12 Thread David Pratt
You will have to wait until the Dayton hamvention to find out. 73 de David G4DMP On Tue, 12 Apr 2016 09:49:31 -0400 Dan Atchison via Elecraft wrote: > The MB1 Transceiver > > http://sunsdr.eu/product/mb1/ >

Re: [Elecraft] K3EXREF question

2016-03-07 Thread David Pratt
Andy - Without the K3EXREF connected, the REF CAL frequency will be fixed and the K3 will drift, albeit very slightly, particularly when it is first switched on. With K3EXREF locked with your 10MHz standard the REF CAL frequency will vary to correct any drift in the K3. If you measure the output

Re: [Elecraft] K3EXREF - What am I doing wrong

2016-02-28 Thread David Pratt
Yes, you could be missing something, Tighe. There is an addendum to Page 4 which reads: After installing the K3EXREF module, you must enable it in the K3 menu before it can be used if your K3 is equipped with MCU firmware 4.57 or later. Enable the K3EXREF module as follows: * Turn the K3 on.

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Clock bug?

2016-01-27 Thread David Pratt
G4DMP David Pratt on his Nexus 7 tablet. On 28 Jan 2016 04:44, Ken <wa8...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Great idea! > > --WA8JXM > > On 1/27/16 8:45 PM, Dave Cole wrote: > > It would be so cool if the Elecraft clock set itself when I tune to >

Re: [Elecraft] kpa500 35 watts drive

2015-11-16 Thread David Pratt
What is wrong with the sound, John? Are you getting distortion? Could you be more specific and then someone should be able to assist you. 73 de David G4DMP David Pratt on his Nexus 7 tablet. On 16 Nov 2015 16:19, John Veach <k...@att.net> wrote: > > When I had my KPA500 I never r

Re: [Elecraft] No power out and no receive

2015-09-29 Thread David Pratt
What is the serial number of your transceiver and do you have a callsign? Also, what revision of the manual do you have? With that information there are lots of people on here able to help you. 73 de David G4DMP On 30 Sep 2015 04:29, way235 wrote: > > I have noise on all

Re: [Elecraft] REMOVE ME FROM YOUR EMAIL LIST!!!

2015-09-28 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Rick Ross writes In Yahoo groups have set Mail Subscription to NO EMAILS and even UnSubscribed to KX3 Yahoo Group but continue to get EMails. But the Elecraft reflector is NOT a Yahoo Group, Rick. To remove yourself from it you need to follow the

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Don't forget eclipse

2015-09-27 Thread David Pratt
On 28 Sep 2015 05:52, Matt Zilmer wrote: > > The blood moon was pretty fantastic from Montrose, CO. > How did it affect radio conditions, Matt, particularly as regards noise and on which bands? Were you using the new Synth boards? 73 de David G4DMP

Re: [Elecraft] FCC Votes to Close 11 Field Offices

2015-07-16 Thread David Pratt
'Nuff said here.  I'll be more than happy to engage in private discussion,-- Please do just that. This is of no interest to me and I am sure nobody would want me to start a discussion about Ofcom in the UK. David G4DMP __

Re: [Elecraft] Need local help

2015-06-09 Thread David Pratt
Michael - You don't need a computer to send and decode PSK31 and CW. Provision for decoding and sending PSK31 and CW are already built into the KX3 firmware. All you need to do is to plug a paddle into your KX3 and set up the menu accordingly and you're away. 73 de David G4DMP On 09/06/2015

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Button Box

2015-02-15 Thread David Pratt
On 15 Feb 2015 19:18, David Ferrington, M0XDF m0...@alphadene.co.uk wrote: Hmmm - what about us iMac lovers? Upgrade to a PC. That would solve a lot of compatability problems. 73 de David G4DMP __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Clock chip

2015-02-15 Thread David Pratt
That would be no good to me, Ken, WWVB is not receivable in Great Britain. We would need MSF on 60 kHz. Remember that the KX3 K3 are global transceivers used throughout the world. 73 David G4DMP David Pratt on his Asus Nexus 7 tablet.On 15 Feb 2015 18:24, Ken G Kopp kengk...@gmail.com

Re: [Elecraft] K3 , Elecraft Transverter K144XV-K

2015-01-07 Thread David Pratt
I have just measured my K144XV power output with an accurate power output meter and find that with the K3 set for 1mW the output is 10.5W. But setting the K3 to 0.1mW (fully counter-clockwise) the output goes down to only about 7W. No matter what I do, I am unable to reduce the power further.

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 4m-Band Bandlimits

2014-08-03 Thread David Pratt
Where have you read that, Hans?  Looking through the Region 1 papers and also the agenda for WRC-15 I can find no reference to the 4 metre band.  The only thing that could affect the K3/KX3 would be the band within 5250 and 5450 kHz. At present the K3/KX3 will only transmit up to 5420kHz.   For

Re: [Elecraft] K2 #6951 It's Alive!

2014-05-18 Thread David Pratt
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Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: KX3 kit: No CE badge for self-built KX3s?

2014-05-18 Thread David Pratt
The moral there is not to ask too many questions. David Pratt G4DMP On 18 May 2014 18:33, David Woolley (E.L) for...@david-woolley.me.uk wrote: Although Elecraft may get away with it, a lot of equipment that is CE marked has final assembly stages that have to be done after unpacking

Re: [Elecraft] 4M operation and 4M/2M modules

2014-05-17 Thread David Pratt
Yes, Dennis, you may indeed operate on the 70.0-70.5MHz band when operating in the UK under the terms and conditions of the CEPT Licence. For Full Licence holders the maximum PEP is 160 Watts (22 dBW) and for Intermediate Licence holders the maximum PEP is 50 Watts (17 dBW). The band is

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft price increase coming in April.

2014-05-01 Thread David Pratt
I am sure that if you e-mail sa...@elecraft.com and remind them, they will be pleased to oblige. In a recent message, W0FK llader...@earthlink.net writes Have any price inreases gone into effect yet? It doesn't appear to me that they have on the products I've looked at. 73, Lou, W0FK -- + -

Re: [Elecraft] K3 manual .pdf edit requests

2014-03-17 Thread David Pratt
are as follows: 5330.5, 5346.5, 5357.0, 5371.5, and 5403.5 kHz. David Pratt __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] K2

2014-03-17 Thread David Pratt
I have my K3 and want to go mobile HF, have been looking for a TS480HX. Willing to trade K2-100, SSB from a non-smoking home. David Pratt __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Extended VFO temperature compensation procedure

2014-03-17 Thread David Pratt
And well worth doing too. Drift from 2C to 45C is now less than 5Hz. 73 de David G4DMP On 18 Mar 2014 03:50, Phil Wheeler w...@socal.rr.com wrote: Done. It does take more than the nominal 30 min -- more like 90-120 min. But it's done. David Pratt

Re: [Elecraft] Using the K3 remote

2013-12-17 Thread David Pratt
On 18 Dec 2013 06:40, W0WFH Bill w0...@yahoo.com wrote Please respond to me off forum.  w0...@yahoo.com Please reply on here;  I would be interested too. 73 de David G4DMP David Pratt __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] DL1 - Measuring Coax Loss

2013-08-24 Thread David Pratt
I am reluctance to reply on here as the reflector seems full of trash these days. But yes, John, I wholeheartedly agree with you; the DL1 is excellent and well worth buying at that price. Rated at 20W it is ideal for setting up the K1, K2, KX1, KX3 and K3/10. 73 de David G4DMP On 24/08/2013

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ATU tuning improvements

2013-08-23 Thread David Pratt
I agree, John, I do find that my K3 does not appear to save its ATU settings and seems to do a complete retune each time I press the ATU TUNE button. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, John Oppenheimer j...@kn5l.net writes Will the recent KX3 ATU Improvements also be added to the K3?

Re: [Elecraft] Serial Number Data Base

2013-06-15 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Mark Petiford rv6am...@yahoo.com writes And the purpose of this database is...??? It gives and indication of those who are proud to be owners of Elecraft equipment compared with those who are merely 'appliance operators'. From: David

Re: [Elecraft] KE7X KX3 book available

2013-05-26 Thread David Pratt
Does the book include the KX3 features yet to be implemented, including ESSB, CW on SSB mode and synchronous AM reception ? 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, kk5na kk...@kk5na.com writes I received Fred's KX3 book today from Lulu. First impression: EXCELLENT!!! Joe KK5NA -- + - - -

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Use VFO-B to select dBV

2013-03-15 Thread David Pratt
Bob - The K3 manual does not give as much detail as the KX3 manual which describes the functions as follows Audio Signal Level AFV. This display shows the approximate level of the audio output, prior to the AF gain control (in other words, the AF gain control has no effect on the reading).

Re: [Elecraft] Lee's HiJack Mail

2013-01-31 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Paul M Dunphy pau...@ve1dx.net writes Yahoo emails seem to be the common denominator! AOL too it would appear :-( -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt, Kippax, Leeds. | | Website: http://www.g4dmp.co.uk | + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - +

[Elecraft] [K3] SSTV on the P3

2012-12-29 Thread David Pratt
In a message on 17 August 2009, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote .. - We could display just about anything on the P3's LCD .. - I'd love to demodulate SSTV with the P3, and it's on the wish-list. .. I would be interested to know whether there is any progress on this. How

[Elecraft] SSTV on the P3

2012-12-01 Thread David Pratt
In a message on 17 August 2009, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote .. - We could display just about anything on the P3's LCD .. - I'd love to demodulate SSTV with the P3, and it's on the wish-list. .. I would be interested to know whether there is any progress on this. How far

[Elecraft] 2m Transverter

2012-10-21 Thread David Pratt
Hello Dave - What I omitted to say in my msg on the reflector was that you WILL need the KXV3 installed in your K3. When I mentioned not needing the KXV3A I was making an assumption that your K3 already has the original KXV3 installed. Apart from the power cable the only additional cables you

Re: [Elecraft] XV144 XV50: LED brightness

2012-09-10 Thread David Pratt
Thank you, Jim, that does make a great deal of sense. Many thanks for taking the trouble of replying. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net writes [snip] There is no doubt that the LEDs they were getting in 2004 have been discontinued with brighter and

Re: [Elecraft] OT: FCC Exams

2012-09-01 Thread David Pratt
Replied privately to cut down on off topic QRM In a recent message, Jim Lowman jmlow...@sbcglobal.net writes Actually, David, I'm interested in not only the UK exams, but also the callsign assignments; i.e. G vs. M vs. 2 73 de Jim - AD6CW On 9/1/2012 1:08 AM, G4DMP wrote: You may well

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Problem w/front panel switches

2012-08-26 Thread David Pratt
Phil - Have you tried re-installing the Front Panel firmware? Just a thought. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Phil Debbie Salas dpsa...@tx.rr.com writes BTW - I can switch bands using the buttons on my KPA500, and it transmits fine. Just front panel button problems. -- + - - - - - -

Re: [Elecraft] Kids.. O.T.!

2012-08-21 Thread David Pratt
There is an excellent book: Radio Rescue by Lynne Barasch, which is ideal for introducing kids of this age to the thrills of ham radio. It has several good reviews on the web and is available from Amazon. It's rather expensive new, but is available quite cheap as a secondhand item. It doesn't

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Mics

2012-08-15 Thread David Pratt
I can never understand why people spend hundreds of pounds on Heil headsets and similar when inexpensive computer headsets give such good results. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Graham Kimbell G3TCT g3...@lineone.net writes I have been using a computer style headset and mic bought from a

Re: [Elecraft] XV432 kit

2012-08-10 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Vic Goncharsky us...@yahoo.com writes Are XV432 kits still avaliable? WTB and assemble one before IARU R1 UHF championship in October Yes, Vic, you can see them listed at... http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_prod_list.htm#xvs 73 de David G4DMP -- + - - - - - - - - - - -

Re: [Elecraft] XV432 kit

2012-08-10 Thread David Pratt
I see what you mean, Vic. I think your best bet is to e-mail Eric and ask him. He ought to make it clear on the website whether it's a kit or ready built. There should of course be a difference in price. Like you, I like building stuff, would not consider buying a ready built rig and was a bit

[Elecraft] Using the XV50 on 4 metres

2012-08-09 Thread David Pratt
I have recently modified an Elecraft XV50 external transverter for use on 4 metres and have prepared some notes on how I did it. These notes may be of interest to anyone who is licensed to operate on the 70 MHz band. http://www.g4dmp.co.uk/XV70mods.pdf 73 de G4DMP -- + - - - - - - - - - -

[Elecraft] K3: Sub receiver question

2012-08-06 Thread David Pratt
I am using the internal K144XV 2-metre transverter at VFO B and an external XV50 (modified for 4 metres) at VFO A. Switching in the SUB I can hear VFO A (4 metres) okay but, although I can hear the K144XV noise level when advancing the SUB RF AF gain controls, I do not hear any signals. I do

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Sub receiver question

2012-08-06 Thread David Pratt
Thank you, Olli, that is useful to know. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Oliver Dröse dro...@necg.de writes Hi David, in standard configuration you can only use one transverter at a time, no matter if internal or external (the internal K144XV is switched from the same XV3A board as the

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV Utility for Mac (Repost)

2012-07-30 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Jim Bennett w6...@mac.com writes Please tell me that there really IS a Mac version of the firmware and where I can find it. Your original e-mail did appear on the reflector okay, Jim. I've had a look at all possible sources but, like you, am unable to find a K144XV utility

Re: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA Mouse click tune

2012-07-28 Thread David Pratt
That is a good idea, Dale, and I would also find that useful. However, I doubt it will be possible as the USB connector is used for the keyboard. Using a USB hub on the P3 would certainly be a challenge for the designers. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Dale Boresz d...@lightstream.net

Re: [Elecraft] Macros

2012-07-26 Thread David Pratt
Toby - Are you referring to the K3, KX3 or the P3/SVGA/USB ? Please add this on the Subject line. I have successfully programmed Macros into my K3 from the USB keyboard, but I agree there are limitations with the documentation. However, do bear in mind that it is beta firmware and any

Re: [Elecraft] P3SVGA USB Keyboard

2012-07-26 Thread David Pratt
Mike - It sounds as though you have not read the PDF file that is contained within the P3/SVGA/USB beta zip file. That explains about the asterisk under the Status Bar paragraph and all you need to know to get it working. Read that, Mike, and preferably print it off and you'll be away. David

Re: [Elecraft] Question on K1 build - internal or external tuner?

2012-07-18 Thread David Pratt
You will enjoy your K1, Stan; I built one many years ago and it went together like a treat. The only decision to make is which bands to install and which tuning range capacitor to use. But you can always change the tuning range later as both capacitors are provided in the kit. BTW, this not the

Re: [Elecraft] Am I missing something?

2012-07-07 Thread David Pratt
4.51 is definitely there, Paul. Make sure your K3 Utility is pointing to the right directory. ftp://elecraft.com/K3/firmware/ 73 David G4DMP In a recent message, Paul VanOveren p...@nf8j.com writes I saw a couple of references here on the reflector about the 4.51 Beta firmware now being a

Re: [Elecraft] Buying a K3 in the UK?

2012-05-29 Thread David Pratt
Hear, hear. Dealings and service from Waters and Stanton leave a lot to be desired :-( 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Geoffrey Downs geoffre...@madasafish.com writes It's not necessarily excellent news for the UK. I for one would prefer to continue dealing with Elecraft rather than a

Re: [Elecraft] MCU 4.51

2012-05-12 Thread David Pratt
I have also missed the 4.51, and even the 4.50 release. The only beta file I can find on the FTP site is 4.48, but 4.48 has also been officially released. Has the FTP folder for beta releases been changed? David G4DMP In a recent message, Matt Murphy m...@nq6n.com writes I seem to have missed

Re: [Elecraft] XG-3 - why RS-232

2012-05-12 Thread David Pratt
See many earlier posts about the relative merits of RS-232 and USB interfaces. They have been discussed many times before. If your desktop does not have a serial input, fit one. If you use a laptop or notebook computer, get a USB to RS-232 cable. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Pete

Re: [Elecraft] K3; Eric, Wayne, a feature for the wish list

2012-05-10 Thread David Pratt
Having said that, Adrian, so many people still call the K3 a 'radio' rather than a transceiver. In a recent message, Adrian vk4...@bigpond.com writes Yes Gary, Elecraft made the K3 CB Proof, lets keep it that way, no roger beeps thanks. -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt,

Re: [Elecraft] K2-Using a paddle and straight key at the same time….how?

2012-05-08 Thread David Pratt
Steve - Look at page 99 of the latest (Rev H) manual. The section on CW Operation shows how the two keys may be connected at the same time. You might find that a small capacitor connected across the straight key necessary depending on how much RF you have flying round the shack. 73 de David G4DMP

Re: [Elecraft] Problem with Elecraft's built in 2 meter

2012-05-03 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Julie Royster jsdroys...@bellsouth.net writes Larry K4MWE and I are hearing lots of distortion (clipping probably) on the K144XV tuned to local repeaters for anyone with strong signals. Weak stations are OK. Julie - What you say suggests that the strong signals going through

Re: [Elecraft] KAF2 or KDSP2 for K2?

2012-05-01 Thread David Pratt
Just my opinion having used both, Steve, but if you are primarily a CW operator I think you would be better off with the KAF2. 73 DE David G4DMP In a recent message, Stephen Roberts steve...@shoreham.net writes Well going from a rather ancient Ten Tec to a K2 has been a real treat for sure, and

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Terminology

2012-04-11 Thread David Pratt
Another thing that make me cringe is the use of 'radio' to mean a transceiver or rig. I first heard this on CB like 'keying the mike', long before CB was around in the UK. I remember Eric saying that the XV144 would work on any radio. I could never get it to work on my old Philco. For

Re: [Elecraft] XG3 KEYING

2012-03-17 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Paul Saffren N6HZ pa...@elecraft.com writes Unfortunately there is no way currently to key the XG3 directly from an external key or keyer. currently, Paul? Does that imply that there could be a means of externally keying the XG3 in the future? 73 de David G4DMP -- + - - -

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 Wanted...

2012-02-25 Thread David Pratt
I whole heartedly agree with your there, Dick. Unless one has physical shortcomings, it is much better to build one's own Elecraft equipment. This is borne out by many elementary questions appearing on the reflector from people who have not assembled their own gear. Had they built it themselves,

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net cancellation

2012-02-20 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, David Gilbert xda...@cis-broadband.com writes I'd offer the opinion that crisp operating practices learned in contesting beat casual roundtable chats with friends hands down. Crisp they may be, but at least with roundtable chats you do get genuine reports. This 5NN stuff

[Elecraft] [K3] New 472kHz LF band

2012-02-10 Thread David Pratt
I see from the report of WRC-12 that a new band 472-479kHz is to be allocated on a world-wide basis with an eirp of 5W (1W in some countries). The K3 receiver currently goes down to 490kHz. Is there any likelihood that this could be extended down to cover the new band?

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] New 472kHz LF band

2012-02-10 Thread David Pratt
I very much doubt that Elecraft would be interested in producing such a device, Trevor, particularly as similar VLF up converters are already available. My query was really questioning whether the existing K3 could be adapted for the forthcoming new band. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message,

Re: [Elecraft] fists?

2012-02-07 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Jim Miller j...@jtmiller.com writes can't reach the fists.org website. anyone know what's up? Try http://www.fists.org.uk Jim. That works okay here. 73 de David G4DMP Fists No.: 13240 -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt, Kippax, Leeds. | | Website:

Re: [Elecraft] Dead 40M

2012-01-21 Thread David Pratt
Try pressing ANT. It looks as though you have the wrong antenna selected on 40 metres. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Dave Zeph ze...@indy.rr.com writes Does anyone have an idea what might have gone bad and if when can be done to identify the problem. -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Re: [Elecraft] Tuning AL-811H

2012-01-19 Thread David Pratt
A 2-tone test is already built into the K3, Matt. I'm afraid it's a case of RTFM. Enter the Config menu and look for 2 TONE 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Matt Murphy m...@nq6n.com writes If using a two tone oscillator is the best way to tune a tube amp, would it be possible for the

Re: [Elecraft] K-3 Serial Nrs.

2011-12-26 Thread David Pratt
Unfortunately, Dwight, the previous owner has not added #3095 to the Elecraft Owner Database at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/elowners.html There are some near that serial number dated around May 2010. I hope that helps. You might like to add yours to the database. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent

Re: [Elecraft] K3 12v ERR - Deoxit

2011-12-12 Thread David Pratt
I have never had such problems with my K2 which uses a front panel/control unit coupled to the main board with connectors. It does seem a design modification is desirable for the K3. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Gary VK4FD garyvk...@gmail.com writes With several known issues with

Re: [Elecraft] Firmware

2011-12-02 Thread David Pratt
Richard - If you have deleted yesterday's messages you can always check back by looking at the archives. Details are on the Elecraft website. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Richard Thorpe kis...@me.com writes Did I read on the reflector that there was to be a K3/P3 firmware upgrade

Re: [Elecraft] Prosign IM to end K3 RTTY idle not working: Solved

2011-12-02 Thread David Pratt
In a recent message, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com writes You send the AS prosign as didahdididit, KN as dahdidahdahdit, etc. Forgive me for making a slight correction to that, Don, but KN is not a prosign but is defined as a left-hand bracket in the latest recommendations of the ITU. The

Re: [Elecraft] New product opportunity

2011-11-25 Thread David Pratt
The K1, K2 and XV series of transverters were a distinctive dark grey (gray) by which the mojo Elecraft products were easily identified. Unfortunately, things turned to black when the KX1 was introduced. Despite black often being associated with death, Elecraft gave its reasons at the time.

Re: [Elecraft] K2 PS-1229 Battery???

2011-11-07 Thread David Pratt
Nidge - I have recently bought a Power-Sonic PS1221 12V 2.1Ah battery from www.battery-force.co.uk It is physically the same size as the PS1229 but of lower Ah. It works perfectly in my K2. It will cost you 15.44 including vat and PP. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Nigel (Nidge) Smith

Re: [Elecraft] TMP Connector Source

2011-11-07 Thread David Pratt
Bob - Try http://www.inrad.net/product.php?productid=336cat=163page=1 It seems that plugs are available in packs of eight for $6. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Robert Dorchuck W6VY w...@yahoo.com writes There was a thread last year looking for a source of TMP connectors.  Did

[Elecraft] P3 - Know bug?

2011-10-31 Thread David Pratt
I am getting a 'feature' with my P3 when using RIT. I find that the RIT frequency deviation displayed on the P3 is twice that of the RIT deviation displayed on the K3. As far as I am aware I have the latest firmware installed on both my K3 and my P3. Is this a know bug or do I have a fault

Re: [Elecraft] P3 - Know bug?

2011-10-31 Thread David Pratt
and the (red) cursor is 2 KHz away from the green cursor. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 10/31/2011 1:50 PM, David Pratt wrote: I am getting a 'feature' with my P3 when using RIT. I find that the RIT frequency deviation displayed on the P3 is twice that of the RIT deviation displayed on the K3. As far

Re: [Elecraft] P3 - Know bug?

2011-10-31 Thread David Pratt
P3: 1.09 K3: 4.42 In a recent message, Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com writes What version of the firmware? It is quite repeatedly correct here. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 10/31/2011 4:58 PM, David Pratt wrote: Yes, quite sure, Joe, and I have had off list replies from others who

Re: [Elecraft] Second Configuration

2011-10-20 Thread David Pratt
It already is, Jim; it's called the K3, currently available for immediate despatch. For QRP, order it without the 100W PA. Or maybe the K2 if you prefer to build it yourself. 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message, Jim Stoneback jstoneb...@comcast.net writes I'm wondering if there is any chance

Re: [Elecraft] KPA3 Rev. B schematic ?

2011-10-07 Thread David Pratt
I would be interested in this too, Win. The schematics file of 11-Oct-2007 has Rev XK and the files of 13-Jan-2010, 17-Jun-2010 and 30-Oct-2010 all have the schematics of KPA3 Rev C, but Rev B is missing. I wonder whether Rev B is the same as Rev XK ? 73 de David G4DMP In a recent message,

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Crystal Grounding Leads

2011-09-20 Thread David Pratt
FWIW, I have always found it useful to scratch the surface of the crystals and tin them prior to mounting them on the board. It clears any tarnishing of the cans between time of manufacture and assembly and makes soldering easier. 73 De David G4DMP In a recent message, Don Wilhelm

[Elecraft] K3 Owner's Manual

2011-09-16 Thread David Pratt
I see that Revision D10 of the K3 Owner's Manual is now available for download. Before I print it out, one someone care to advise up to which K3 firmware revision is included in the Manual ? Many thanks David G4DMP -- + - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - + | David M Pratt, Kippax, Leeds.

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