[Elecraft] looking for KX3

2023-05-20 Thread Jim Spears
Subject says it. lead times on KX3 are long and I am looking for one to be in my hands sooner than that. Jim N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K310 - F is sold

2020-10-20 Thread Jim Spears
A lucky ham stated that "this is just what he wanted" so it is on its way to South Carolina. Jim N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] FS: K3S/10 - Factory built (accessories added)

2020-10-19 Thread Jim Spears
supply N6TV Y box This radio was put in service in April 2019 and is now surplus to my needs. Purchase price was a bit over $3,000, I am asking $2,200 shipped/insured in USA. I should have included the accessories with the first email. Jim Spears N1NK Tiverton, RI

[Elecraft] FS: K3S/10 - Factory built

2020-10-19 Thread Jim Spears
. Purchase price was a bit over $3,000, I am asking $2,200 shipped/insured in USA. Jim Spears N1NK Tiverton, RI __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] my K144XV module is sold and gone

2020-05-12 Thread Jim Spears
This was more popular than I expected. Six or seven folks wrote in wanting to purchase it. but it is off to its new home in Kentucky. Jim N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] FS: K144XV 2m module + Reference Lock module

2020-05-10 Thread Jim Spears
Reference Lock module to do its job. Asking $350 for both as described above. Jim Spears N1NK n...@arrl.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

[Elecraft] K3 s/n 798 TX calibration fails for 6m only - final report from N1NK / K3IU

2020-04-08 Thread Jim Spears
I reported problems with the TX Calibration failing for 6m only. Several offered ideas and suggestions. The problem turned out to have been described in earlier conversations and "the fix" described by Trinity, WE6R, and Howard, K6IA. Ken, K3IU, pointed me to conversations which

[Elecraft] K3 - NOT K3S - issue: TX Calibration fails on 6m only

2020-04-02 Thread Jim Spears
I am helping a friend upgrade an older K3/100 (s/n 798) after he recently acquired it from estate of a SK. I have brought firmware forward one or two versions and installed the KIO3B board set. The radio has main RX only and the KSYN3A upgrade. It does have the KANT3 antenna tuner. I ran

[Elecraft] FS: K3/100 with reduced pricing

2019-12-01 Thread Jim Spears
FS: K3/100 s/n 64xx. Kit built by myself. Never out of non-smoking, no pet shack. No problems at all. Ever. Configuration: KPA3, KAT100, DVR3, KRX3 (sub-RX), KSYN3 (original, not upgrade A version), KXV3B (upgrade) and KIO3B (upgrade), KTCX03 (upgrade), K3EXREF (upgrade). Main RX

[Elecraft] FS: K3/100 dual RX

2019-11-11 Thread Jim Spears
FS: K3/100 s/n 64xx. kit built by myself. never out of non-smoking, no pet shack. no problems at all. ever. configuration: KPA3, KAT100, DVR3, KRX3 (sub-RX), KSYN3 (original, not upgrade A version), KXV3B (upgrade) and KIO3B (upgrade). main filters: 2.8/400; sub filters: 2.7/500. photos

[Elecraft] K3 / KPA500 band switching oddity

2019-10-27 Thread Jim Spears
I recently tripped over an oddity in the way the K3 <-> KPA500 communications handle band switching when commanded from software vs button pushing. Scenario 1: - KPA500 is set to go to Standby on band change - Operator sets KPA500 to Operate - Operator makes

[Elecraft] W2 connection issues

2019-03-07 Thread Jim Spears
I have two W2 units that I use with different K3's and different W10 computers. One of them is reluctant to connect when I start up the W2 utility program. So I power the W2 off and back on with the utility program active and it connects just fine. This is consistent behavior. The other

[Elecraft] K3S display issue, one problem solved

2018-04-14 Thread Jim Spears
OK, found the key to enabling the external 10 MHz source to the K3EXREF and K144XV. This works FB now. no need for advice or comment. When I turn the radio on, most of the time the LCD screen is very bright with the normal display barely visible and faint. I do not know if this is 10 times

[Elecraft] new K3S display issue

2018-04-14 Thread Jim Spears
I have a recently assembled very basic K3S which suddenly developed, overnight, an issue with the display. I turned it on this morning and the display was completely blank, fully lit as in not dark. It stayed blank for a bit so I turned it off. When I turned it back on, some pixels were dark

[Elecraft] K3 + K144XV question

2018-01-01 Thread Jim Spears
Happy New Year to all! I have a K3 with the internal K144XV 2m module. This works FB but both TX and RX are on the same antenna port. In a configuration I am thinking of using, there would be separate RX and TX lines. With my main 2m EME station which uses a second K3 and a 10m to 2m

[Elecraft] K-Pod is sold

2017-12-12 Thread Jim Spears
There was a mini pileup for the K-Pod. It is sold and will be heading out the door today. Jim N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] FS: lightly used K-Pod

2017-12-11 Thread Jim Spears
I have found that I do not get enough use out of my K-Pod to warrant keeping it so I am offering it for sale. My shack is non-smoking and no pets. I am asking $185 shipped in USA. Outside USA at actual cost. Jim/N1NK __

[Elecraft] reply to digest

2017-04-01 Thread Jim Spears
I sure wish people would quit or never start replying to the digest form of the reflector. It sure results in a lot of wasted text to delete or scroll by looking for the next real message. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] connecting K3 (or other radio) to Expert 1.3K-FA

2016-12-20 Thread Jim Spears
The easiest way is to buy the cable set from Dan Tassel at Expert Linears. Or clone it. I have the cable set and it works FB with the K3 and a different set for the KX3. For Jim, K9YC, your statement about the 1K-FA and its internal tuner is correct for the 1K-A, the tuner is in line at all

[Elecraft] [KX3] assembly issue

2016-08-23 Thread Jim Spears
I am assembling KX3 s/n 9112 and have run into an interesting snag. On page 30 where I mount the shield onto the RF board, when I removed the protective back from the shield, all of the stickum came with it. Now there is not enough stickum to hold the shield onto the RF board. I need a safe

[Elecraft] [SOT] N1NK solar array system RFI mitigation

2016-08-12 Thread Jim Spears
n captures, photographs and details of the implementation of the RFI mitigation upgrade to my solar array system. And I want to express my appreciation for the support provided by Sungevity. Jim Spears N1NK K3/2295, K3/6425, K3/6684

[Elecraft] K3/P3/Expert/microHAM

2016-05-11 Thread Jim Spears
I have almost the same exact configuration as K9GEM except my microHAM box is a DigiKEYER 2. Couple comments: K3 port speed is 38.4k, not 48k This setup is not difficult but does take a couple Y adapters. I suggest that Gerald contact Dan at Expert Linears and have him build up a custom

[Elecraft] K3: internal 2m transverter offset problem

2016-05-03 Thread Jim Spears
I have K3 s/n 6866 with internal 2m transverter. I have not paid much attention to the transverter for a while but I noticed something odd a couple days ago and have not been able to do anything about it. If I set the Elecraft XG3 to 144.100 and feed its output into the transverter input

[Elecraft] K3: issue with K3EXREF installation, part 2

2016-04-03 Thread Jim Spears
Thanks for the comments folks. I now know exactly what I did wrong. There were two details I messed up. The first detail was threading the coax before tightening the outside nut. This caused the coax itself to be torqued and rotate when I tightened the outside nut without securing the

[Elecraft] KE: issue with installation of K3EXREF interface

2016-04-02 Thread Jim Spears
While installing the K3EXREF SMA-TMP cable, I ran into an interesting issue which I do not yet know if it is a problem or just interesting. There is a ferrule or something similar over the cable where it attaches to the SMA fitting that is installed on the back panel. while tightening the hex

[Elecraft] FS: SOLD - 6 KHz AM/ESSB filter

2016-04-01 Thread Jim Spears
The filter is sold. Jim N1NK __ 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://www.qsl.net

[Elecraft] FS: K3/K3s KFL3A-6K AM/ESSB 8 pole filter

2016-04-01 Thread Jim Spears
I am doing a bit of reconfiguration on one of my K3 units. I do not need the 6 KHz AM/ESSB filter and would like to find a new home for it. Current Elecraft list price is $149.95. I am asking $95 shipped USPS Priority mail stateside. I will ship outside USA for additional actual cost.

[Elecraft] K3/0-Mini + RemoteRIg package is SOLD

2016-03-09 Thread Jim Spears
Title tells it all. it is on its way to Arizona. Jim/N1NK __ 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

[Elecraft] FS: complete K3/0-Mini + RemoteRig RRC 1258 package

2016-03-08 Thread Jim Spears
I had a plan to set up one of my shack K3 rigs as a remote control station to be used with a K3/0-Mini but have abandoned the plan due to changing interests and need to raise $$$ to pursue them. This complete package costs $1320 at current Elecraft packaging. This package has only been

[Elecraft] replying to the digest

2016-02-16 Thread Jim Spears
Geez guys. Two people replied to the digest today which resulted in two long strings of already seen messages being included. If you receive the digest, please think twice before replying with your thoughts and comments. Jim/N1NK

[Elecraft] P3 SVGA adapter is sold

2016-01-11 Thread Jim Spears
The subject line says it all. Jim/N1NK __ 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:

[Elecraft] FS: P3 SVGA Video Adapter/FFT Processor add in kit

2016-01-10 Thread Jim Spears
I have reorganized my shack and no longer have room for additional displays. I will ship the adapter by Priority Mail within USA for $215. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3: transverter question

2015-11-03 Thread Jim Spears
Is it possible to configure the XV menu entries so as to have two transverters defined with 144 MHz (operating band) -> 28 MHz (IF band) configurations? One would be the internal K144XV and other an external transverter using the low level XVTR IN and OUT jacks. Jim/N1NK

[Elecraft] [K3/K3s} fs: Elecraft PR6-10 preamp

2015-08-30 Thread Jim Spears
I upgraded my K3 with the KXV3B interface, hence the external preamp is surplus to my needs. I am asking$125 shipped stateside, outside USA at actual cost. This requires a KXV3 or KXV3A interface; I have one available. Jim/N1NK

[Elecraft] XV144 K3 2m module is sold

2015-06-26 Thread Jim Spears
Gone, gone, gone. But not forgotten. Jim/N1NK __ 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:

[Elecraft] FS: K144XV internal 2m module for K3/K3S

2015-06-25 Thread Jim Spears
I decided I did not need the 2m module that has been installed in my K3 s/n 2295 so I am putting it up for sale. All parts supplied with the original kit are included with exception of the One Pin Connector (E620176) that is soldered onto the main RF board. The rear panel that will be

[Elecraft] K3/P3: odd P3 behavior on only 60m

2015-01-16 Thread Jim Spears
I am setting up for 60m operation. The configuration is a K3/P3 with microHAM StationMaster controlling a SixPack switch. On all bands except for 60m, the P3 operates normally. On 60m, there is something odd going on. At top of the screen, the correct frequency from the K3 appears but the

[Elecraft] K3/P3: followup to 60m issue

2015-01-16 Thread Jim Spears
I also notice that MKR A and MKR B do not show up on 60m but the displayed frequency is tied to the previous band selected on the K3. In other words, I I had the K3 on 80m the shifted to 60m, MKR A and B still show the 80m frequencies. Jim/N1NK

[Elecraft] Wanted: P3

2015-01-05 Thread Jim Spears
With or without the SVGA card. To be shipped to Tiverton, RI. Jim Spears N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] [K3] K2EXREF installation question

2014-06-05 Thread Jim Spears
I am assembling K3/10 s/n 8353. I have the K3EXREF board to be installed on the K3REF. While looking over the instructions and trial fitting the hardware, I noticed something that seems odd. There is a ΒΌ inch standoff installed between the two boards, when I install the EXREF board, the pins do

[Elecraft] WTB: basic K3/10

2014-05-24 Thread Jim Spears
Anyone have a very basic K3/10 gathering dust in your attic or basement? I am interested in one for use with 2m transverter. Anything from zero options to somewhat loaded is fine. And yes I know that operators are standing by at Elecraft, waiting for my order. Price shipped to

[Elecraft] FS: PR6 preamp - price reduced

2014-03-01 Thread Jim Spears
I replaced my PR6 with a different unit and it is now surplus to my needs. Asking $95 shipped within USA, outside USA at actual additional cost. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

[Elecraft] FS: PR6 6m preamp

2014-01-30 Thread Jim Spears
I have replaced my PR6 with the PR6-10 and it is now surplus to my needs. I am asking $110 and I will ship within USA. Outside USA at actual cost. PayPal preferred. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] FS: microHAM micro2R SO2R box + K3 cable set

2013-12-06 Thread Jim Spears
I decided I was not really interested in SO2R (Single Operator 2 Radio) operations and will be happy to sell my micro2R box with custom K3 cable set. The new price from microHAM for the box without cables is $369. I am asking $275 shipped within USA, outside USA adds actual cost. Jim/N1NK

[Elecraft] P3 SVGA + Logitech keyboard is sold

2013-11-23 Thread Jim Spears
Jim/N1NK __ 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://www.qsl.net Please help support this email

[Elecraft] FS: P3 SVGA card + Logitech K360 wireless keyboard

2013-11-22 Thread Jim Spears
selling my P3 SVGA card and an unused Logitech K360 keyboard which is said to be compatible. $235 for both, shipped USA by Priority Mail. Outside USA shipped for actual cost. PayPal preferred. Note: I am not selling the P3, just the SVGA card. The card works fine, just not needed here.

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft PR6 6m low noise preamp

2013-09-08 Thread Jim Spears
For no good reason, I have two K3s with PR6s and I seem to have an additional unused, as new PR6. I think I thought I had only 1 and ordered a second only to find one later. $125 shipped in USA. PayPal preferred. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] new computers, the search for serial ports and the meaning of life...

2013-08-10 Thread Jim Spears
Another possibility is an off lease older PC from the likes of TigerDirect. There will be other sources, this is the place I recently purchased a pair. One is a Dell, other is a HP; both have real hardware serial ports. It is also possible to buy these with Windows 7 or even XP. Both of my

[Elecraft] [K3 - K144XV] frequency offset???

2013-01-31 Thread Jim Spears
I just installed a K144XV in K3/100 s/n 2295, I entered the frequency offsets for the two segments as printed on the module. The first time I tried to listen to a 2m repeater in either segment, I found the frequency to be off. working with Ken, K3IU, we decided to zero out the offsets and the

[Elecraft] [K3] KXV3 vs KXV3A

2013-01-07 Thread Jim Spears
Without tearing my rig apart, how can I tell if I have the KXV3 or KXV3A installed? I know I have one or the other. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] [K3] KXV3 vs KXV3A

2013-01-07 Thread Jim Spears
I checked the invoice for K3 s/n 2295, my older K3. It has the KXV3. As I am purchasing the K144XV, I have added the KXV3A upgrade to my order. Since I have an OCXO, I am also ordering the K144RFLK. Thanks to Gary of Elecraft (and several others) who responded. Elecraft support, both from

[Elecraft] [K3] 10 MHz frequency standard for K3EXREF

2012-10-16 Thread Jim Spears
Some time ago there was plenty of discussion on suitable 10 MHz frequency standards. The Trimble Thunderbolt was one of several that were mentioned. I have medium range plans on using WSJT modes on hf and vhf in the future and have ordered the KTCXO3 and K3EXREF options to be installed in one of

[Elecraft] K3/100 s/n 6425 is assembled

2012-05-01 Thread Jim Spears
And fully operational. I have a lot of configuration to do and integration into the station. It is sitting at position 2, next to its cousin, K3/100 s/n 2295. And will be the 6m rig during the upcoming Es season. Jim/N1NK __

[Elecraft] FS: KRC2 with K3 interface cable

2012-03-22 Thread Jim Spears
I am now using a Station Master for antenna, bandpass filter, and Steppir switching and control. The KRC2 is now surplus and available. The unit looks fine and works like it should with the K3. $110 shipped priority mail in the US. Jim/N1NK

[Elecraft] K3 on 2m with an amp

2011-09-22 Thread Jim Spears
I am contemplating adding the KXV144 module to my K3. Since it is rated at 10 watts, it seems that an amplifier is needed. One that I am looking at and checking depth in the piggy bank is the Tokyo High Power 350. Has anyone used this amp with the K3? And if so how did it go? And is there

[Elecraft] [K3] ERR PL1 has shown up

2011-08-01 Thread Jim Spears
Yesterday I got an ERR PL1 when changing to 12m. I did a VCO CAL and it went away. This evening, I changed to 20m and got ERR PL1 again. I did a VCO CAL and it did not go away but showed up with an E 000129 ERR VCO. Since I am on east coast, many Elecrafters will see this before the support

[Elecraft] Elecraft web site shipping status

2011-05-31 Thread Jim Spears
Is still showing May 9 which means that the info should be badly out of date now. Update please. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] Receiver damage

2011-03-03 Thread Jim Spears
In addition to hardware solutions, I hope that any two (or more) hams living very close together are cooperative about (1) preventing damage to radios and (2) operating in such a manner as to reduce the chances of (1) from occurring. Cooperation and communication can do wonders for maintaining a

[Elecraft] short BNC to BNC cable assembly, where to get?

2011-01-06 Thread Jim Spears
Is there a source of short, 6 or so male BNC to BNC cable assemblies out there? These would be used to mount the 6m pre-amp under my K3 as discussed recently. Jim/N1NK K3/100 #2295 __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] short BNC jumpers

2011-01-06 Thread Jim Spears
Taken care of by a fellow Elecrafter. Thanks for the additional generous responses. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] W2 window problem - solved

2010-11-05 Thread Jim Spears
program. For future reference, the file is located in (W7, YMMV) C:\Users\Jim Spears\AppData\Roaming and is named W2prefs. Thanks to Dave, W4SMT, for the lead. Jim/N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] W2 Utility software

2010-11-04 Thread Jim Spears
1. When I start the utility, not the firmware loader but the run time utility, it starts with a very bizarre window, not movable, only closable by Task Manager and the top is off the top of the screen. I deleted the executable and downloaded a new copy but get the same behavior. It appears

[Elecraft] N1NK K3 FSK problem - solved!

2010-10-28 Thread Jim Spears
Ken, K3IU, is a master detective as it turns out. My K3 operated FB using AFSK mode but not on FSK. To make a long story short, we discovered a bent pin on one of the connectors connecting the front panel to the rest of the K3. As it turns out, this pin happened to be the one that carries the

[Elecraft] K3 - MicroKeyer 2 - mmtty transmit issues on RTTY using FSK-D mode

2010-10-24 Thread Jim Spears
I am trying to get my K3 operational on rtty and have run aground. Receive works fine. Transmit using FSK-D mode in the K3 keys the transmitter but the FSK signal does not trigger the K3 to transmit both tones. I hear a single tone in the monitor and the P3 also shows the same thing.

[Elecraft] P3 cable length

2010-08-17 Thread Jim Spears
What is the length of the cables (RG59 and serial) supplied with the P3? Jim/N1NK K3/100 s/n 2295 P3 s/n ??? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] grounding power supply email trail is confusing

2010-01-22 Thread Jim Spears
K9YC, W3FPR, W4TV and others have certainly raised my interest in the art and science of grounding vs earthing in the grand scheme of things as specified in the NEC and other sources. But there has been such a proliferation of messages over several days, the net effect of which is to leave me

[Elecraft] W2 assembly

2010-01-21 Thread Jim Spears
I am assembling a W2 wattmeter. So far so good. Removing the baked on paint for electrical conductivity at the holes is turning out to be a real pain. Does anyone have a tip for an efficient method for doing this? So far the best I have found is scratching with the tip of a knife. Perhaps

[Elecraft] WMR COMspkr @ HRO

2010-01-06 Thread Jim Spears
HRO now indicates out of stock for the COMspkr. Jim/N1NK __ 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

[Elecraft] K144XV required filters

2009-12-26 Thread Jim Spears
One thing that I do not see is the minimum requirement for the FM filter if one wishes to use the K144XV to transmit FM. I assume that I need the FM filter installed on the main board for both transmit and receive. If I want to use the XV to receive FM on the sub then I need a second FM filter

[Elecraft] Lilliput 7 monitor/SDR-IQ/K3

2009-12-17 Thread Jim Spears
Thanks to the person who first mentioned the Lilliput monitor and to Joe, W4TV, for suggesting that the Spectravue display fits very well onto the 800x480 WVGA resolution (with the monitor horizontal). This is a super clean combination when used with a K3 (of course). Photo on request. Jim

[Elecraft] setting up N1MM to control K3 KDVR3 memories

2009-10-20 Thread Jim Spears
There have been several messages describing the macro sequence necessary to have N1MM Logger directly control the K3 DVR memories. By this I mean F1 commands the KDVR3 to send the contents of Memory 1, just like pressing the M1 button. Unfortunately, I seem to have lost them. Could someone

[Elecraft] FS: THP 1.5 KFX 1 KW HF/650W 6m amp

2009-05-06 Thread Jim Spears
will be included. Contact me off list for pricing. Jim Spears N1NK __ 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

[Elecraft] K3/100 S/N 2295 has had a hissy fit

2009-03-16 Thread Jim Spears
Got up this morning, got the coffee going, and went into the shack to see what was going on dx wise. All standard operating procedure. First I had trouble getting the PC to K3 serial port communication going. This will be subject of another, less urgent, request. After getting past that

[Elecraft] K3 S/N 2295 problem, one more thing

2009-03-16 Thread Jim Spears
Forgot to mention, the Power switch will turn the radio on but not off with the radio in the state described in my previous message. All in all, not a good way to start off the week! Jim N1NK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3/100 S/N 2295 back on line

2009-03-16 Thread Jim Spears
Thanks to Gregg for suggesting that I hold the power button for 10 seconds after power on. It is unclear that this truly fixed the problem or enabled download but it is true that after several tries, I was able to successfully reload all firmware and the radio is back on line. Geez, sure

[Elecraft] K3 with SPE Expert 1K-FA amp

2009-03-05 Thread Jim Spears
Is anyone using their K3 with the 1K-FA amp? If so, comments pro and con appreciated. I understand that the previous US rep recently passed away and they are seeking a new rep but the amp is available for purchase directly from SPE in Italia. Jim N1NK K3/100 S/N 2295

[Elecraft] K3 to THP 1.5KFx connector

2009-02-11 Thread Jim Spears
I researched the 5 pin DIN connector that is on the back of the THP 1.5KFx amp's Yaesu interface jack and have a part number. This will enable any K3 which has the pullup resistors for band data installed on the KIO3 through the ALC mod or factory cut in to output band data to the amp and have it

[Elecraft] K3 - SteppIR communication

2009-02-10 Thread Jim Spears
suggestions? Jim Spears N1NK __ 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://www.qsl.net Please help

[Elecraft] K3 to SteppIR interface communication

2009-02-09 Thread Jim Spears
I recently replaced Icom stuff with a K3. Now I am trying to get all the stuff in the shack that is supposed to communicate with each other to do so. Right now I am working on the K3 to SteppIR interface. I have a clone of the SteppIR S13 cable and the K3 is connected directly to the

[Elecraft] K3 - SteppIR comm problem

2009-02-09 Thread Jim Spears
I should have pointed out that the specific problem I am trying to solve now is a hard connect from K3 RS232 port to SteppIR Data In port. No Y cable, no PC based software involved. I am not convinced that the SteppIR is listening. Jim N1NK

[Elecraft] Heil ProSet is sold

2009-02-07 Thread Jim Spears
The Heil ProSet I advertised a couple days ago is SOLD to Sid. Jim N1NK K3/100 S/N 2295 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] FS: Heil ProSet headset lightly used

2009-02-05 Thread Jim Spears
fee. Jim Spears N1NK K3/100 s/n 2295 __ 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

[Elecraft] K3 interface to THP 1.5Kfx amp

2009-02-03 Thread Jim Spears
that normally would go between a Yaesu rig and the amp but would prefer not to chop it. Can someone point me to acquisition of this connector? With this, I can easily build up my own custom cable. Jim Spears N1NK K3/100 S/N 2295

[Elecraft] FS: Heil Proset Elecraft NIB

2009-01-04 Thread Jim Spears
New in box, never used. Heil Pro-Set for K2 or K3. includes Pro-Set Ic, AD-1K plug adapter, and parts kit for K2 interface. $130 shipped Priority Mail in USA. PayPal OK. Jim N1NK n...@cox.net ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] K3 with SteppIR, MicroKeyer MK2 and IC-PW1 amp

2008-12-15 Thread Jim Spears
a combination like this? And are there tips you can pass on to speed up the integration effort? Please reply off-line to n...@cox.net 73 de Jim Spears N1NK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber

[Elecraft] FS: well equipped K2/100 S/N 2580

2008-03-28 Thread Jim Spears
For sale Elecraft K2/100 With the following options: -FDIMP - Tuning dial finger Dimple -K160RX - 160M / 2nd RX Antenna Option -K60XV - 60M / Xvrtr Intf. Option -KAF2 - Audio filter and Real Time Clock -KBT2 - Internal 2.9AH Battery Kit -KDSP2 - Advanced K2 DSP Filter -KIO2 - AUX I/O RS-232

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2008-03-28 Thread Jim Spears
MicroHam DB37-EL-K2 cable and RJ45 to Foster 8 male adapter for Elecraft K2. $45 delivered to your door in USA Jim/N1NK [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list.

[Elecraft] K2/K3 with Icom PC-PW1 amp

2007-11-23 Thread Jim Spears
Has anyone interfaced their rig to the Icom solid state amp? It looks like the KRC2 should do the trick but I would like to hear from someone who has been there before prior to ordering one. Jim N1NK K2 s/n 2580 K3 s/n TBD ___ Elecraft mailing