Re: [Elecraft] DX on 20m

2008-10-14 Thread Lyle Johnson
Who says the bands are dead?? Those who listen but do not transmit. :-) 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.):

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - bad CW note

2008-10-14 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Curt! This K3 works well at home, but I am having some trouble using it at the KH6LC station... I don't know of any incorrect assembly step that might result in this. I'm sending you a private email to see about some steps to take and to try and help you solve this mystery. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] PSK D Center frequency

2008-10-14 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Julian! That's correct. It was done intentionally. If so, fine. But why? The PSK decoder's sweet spot is closer to 1010 Hz than it is to 1000 Hz. Your next question is probably, Well, why not move the sweet spot? The answer to that is quite lengthy. Trust me, doing so is not

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Text Decode - Buffer

2008-10-13 Thread Lyle Johnson
I seem to remember reading something along the way about being able to scroll back through the text decode buffers... Possible future enhancement. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] FLx GN Adding Db gain

2008-10-13 Thread Lyle Johnson
I've bought a 400hz eight pole CW filter. Although the manual recommends 1-2 db for a setting, I see that the adjustment can be higher. What setting are most CW operator using? You want to use the setting that most closely compensates for the filter's loss. If you lack a means of

[Elecraft] Re: Err TXF

2008-10-12 Thread Lyle Johnson
ERR TXF message - when transmitting on FM and AM modes... You must use the 6.0 kHz roofing filter for AM transmit, and the 13.0 kHz roofing filter for FM transmit. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Band outputs to external decoder

2008-10-12 Thread Lyle Johnson
Where have I gone wrong? The K3 provides open collector outputs, so you may need to add some pull-up resistors to the band outputs. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 Noise Gate Function

2008-10-11 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Roy! Thank you for trying the new TX GATE feature. However, when using the Noise Gate function, after quieting the back ground noise, in between words I hear a crackling or static sound in the headset. I haven't spoke with someone yet to know whether it is heard on the air. I suppose

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Separate monitor level for phones/speaker ?

2008-10-11 Thread Lyle Johnson
As a side-note; when I turn on SPKR+PH, the right-side of my phones goes quiet - receive audio moves to left only. Is this normal/expected?? Yes, if SPKRS=1 which should be the case if you are using the internal speaker. This forces mixing of all audio to the left (monophonic) channel. The

Re: [Elecraft] K3:AM Power Spike problem

2008-10-11 Thread Lyle Johnson
Anyone else notice this problem. 1. The K3 is placed into the AM mode... Thank you for this report, Craig. We're looking into it. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Aux RF connector

2008-10-09 Thread Lyle Johnson
I guess I expected two antenna inputs to KRX3, and the ability to switch between them at my pleasure. It seems to be an either/or situation. Am I missing something? You can select the same antenna as the main, or a second antenna. The second antenna is either (a) the one not used by the main

Re: [Elecraft] dmm vs vom

2008-10-08 Thread Lyle Johnson
Is there any problem using a VOM instead of a DMM to perform the resistance checks while building the K3? As long as the negative side of the internal battery that is feeding the resistance measurement circuit is applied to the ground side of whatever is being measured in the K3 during the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration?

2008-10-07 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello James! What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but I may try some of the digital modes at some point. Either the basic 10W unit, or the basic 100W unit will get you on the air. Just add an antenna, power

Re: [Elecraft] Power too high in PSK31 / S

2008-10-04 Thread lyle johnson
The change to 1 bar is something we discussed, but decided to not do it. Adjust for 4 or 5 bars. If you see the hunting then either decrease MIC gain until it goes away (probably at 2 or 3 bars) , or increase it slightly until it goes away (probably at 5 bars). Increasing will activate the ALC

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Beta firmware rev. 2.45 -- TX noise gate, TX INH improved, new remote-control commands

2008-10-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Simon! Programming all night is great fun, only wimps sleep. WIMP - is this a subliminal indication that you're doing a port of HRD/DM780 to RISC OS? My RISC PCs are anxious to do *something* in the shack... 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Problem with new firmware dowload

2008-10-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Bob! Be sure you've downloaded the latest BETA firmware. Directions for this are on the website. After downloading, be sure you see the correct firmware revs in CONFIG:FW REVS Once you have confirmed the correct firmware is loaded, scroll to CONFIG: TX GATE and follow the

Re: [Elecraft] KUSB support under Vista?

2008-09-30 Thread Lyle Johnson
Is there driver support for the KUSB cable and if so, where can I download them? Please see the USB to Serial Adapter Troubleshooting topic in K3 Utility Help. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

Re: [Elecraft] krx3 settings

2008-09-30 Thread Lyle Johnson
I have the KRX3 installed and been playing around trying to get it at the same gain level as the main RX.Can anyone share there settings. Are you using the latest firmware? There was a gain imbalance issue that was corrected in MCU 2.36/DSP 1.90 on the first of September. 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] K3 TX EQ for ESSB

2008-09-30 Thread Lyle Johnson
Per the Owners Manual Version D, page 51, ESSB mode has it's own TX equalizer, indicated by TX*EQ when setting the equalizer bands... Not yet implemented. Currently, there is but one TxEQ across all modes that use audio for Tx (SSB, ESSB, AM, FM, DATA A, DATA AFSK). 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] Calibrating K3

2008-09-28 Thread Lyle Johnson
I did manage to get FL1 set to 400, but that was purely by accident. Have been trying to get FL2 set to 2.70 all day and just can't seem to get it done. The widest filter goes in FL1, the narrowest in FL5. It's OK to have empties. It is not OK to have a wider filter (2.7) in a higher numbered

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Recording a qso with the K3

2008-09-23 Thread Lyle Johnson
Not at present. I hope that this one is on the list. Yes, set LINE OUT =PHONES. 73, Lyle KK7P Yes, I know it follows the headphone level, not a fixed level. Buit you then record what you hear, a syou hear, set as you se tit, and Tx as well as Rx.

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 - 'Unwanted' TX Gain calibrations?

2008-09-23 Thread Lyle Johnson
MIC|LINE|DVR are summed, The result is sent to the VOX detector as well as to the Tx Audio filter, which includes the TxEQ. If the VOX detector were driven after the filtering, there would be delay. This way, the filter delay acts to improve VOX attack time. Tx EQ is a global control at

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 - 'Unwanted' TX Gain calibrations?

2008-09-23 Thread Lyle Johnson
Compression is after the filtering. It is feed-forward. VOX is before the filtering. Tx EQ is inseparable from the rest of the Tx audio filtering/shaping. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

Re: [Elecraft] I can't get my K-3 to receive on xmit on 6 Meters

2008-09-21 Thread Lyle Johnson
The band switch won't go above 30.000.00 You need to use BAND UP to go from 10 meter to 6 meter. You can't get there by tuning a VFO. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 configuration question

2008-09-20 Thread Lyle Johnson
I had the same thought when ordering my K3, but I chose the FM filter instead of the AM filter. That will give me sufficient bandwidth for good quality AM RX as well as FM TX/RX. Absolutely. It is a shame that the K3 firmware currently blocks ESSB or AM transmit when the FM filter is

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PSK31 with Digipan

2008-09-19 Thread Lyle Johnson
Just getting my new K3 working on PSK31 and noticed that it seems to be important to limit the range of the transmit frequency... I just swept my K3 in DATA A mode.using the LINE IN jack for sourcing the Tx audio. It is flat from below 200 Hz to higher than 2800 Hz using a 2.,8 kHz IF

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PSK31 with Digipan

2008-09-19 Thread Lyle Johnson
. We'll put it on the list. Thanks! 73, Lyle KK7P Steve N9SZ Lyle Johnson wrote: Just getting my new K3 working on PSK31 and noticed that it seems to be important to limit the range of the transmit frequency... I just swept my K3 in DATA A mode.using the LINE IN jack for sourcing

[Elecraft] Any K3 Owners in Tucson?

2008-09-19 Thread Lyle Johnson
I'll be in Tucson October 21st through October 28th visiting family. Please contact me off list if you'd like to get together. Maybe we can arrange something... 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be

Re: [Elecraft] K3 dbV in 2.38

2008-09-18 Thread Lyle Johnson
I've used it just fine in lab type measurements with a constant signal source. Which is precisely what it was designed for. Is the reference value of AFV used in the dbV calculation the last one taken at the instant one leaves the menu entry? It is the last one. It might be the last one

Re: [Elecraft] K3 dbV in 2.38

2008-09-17 Thread Lyle Johnson
The K3's dBV function is a *relative* measure. It must be set to whatever reference you wish by first using AFV. The calculation measurement is true RMS. It is used for measuring things like MDS, AGC slope, roofing filter attenuation and so forth. So what's the correct procedure for

Re: [Elecraft] K3 dbV in 2.38

2008-09-16 Thread Lyle Johnson
The K3's dBV function is a *relative* measure. It must be set to whatever reference you wish by first using AFV. The calculation measurement is true RMS. It is used for measuring things like MDS, AGC slope, roofing filter attenuation and so forth. This function has been in the K3 for a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 dbV in 2.38

2008-09-16 Thread Lyle Johnson
Maybe dBv stands for dB variable, not dB with respect to a volt. Not with respect one volt, but voltage based, using the 20log rather than the power-based 10log conversion. AFV is AF Voltage and corresponds to the voltage you would measure across the speaker with AF GAIN set to max. Units

Re: [Elecraft] K3 dbV in 2.38

2008-09-16 Thread Lyle Johnson
If you reference to a full scale meter reading or A/D converter clipping level, a standard that is in use is dBFS (or dBfs). We have a total of three characters available, and we wanted to express that this was a dB value, and it was voltage based. So we used dBV. 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 All mode squelch

2008-09-15 Thread Lyle Johnson
Brett Howard wrote: What about CW ops who'd wanna use the squelch? The NR can be used for this sort of thing until a level-based or content-based squelch is available. This is not a commitment for such squelch functions! 73, Lyle KK7P ___

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Sidetone Problem

2008-09-13 Thread Lyle Johnson
OK, I looked at the firmware chip that I received just today, and it is level 2.04R instead of 2.04P. I do not have confirmation, but from Larry's report, it may be that the sidetone source is now fixed at U8-4... That is exactly the difference, and the only difference, between 2.04P and

Re: [Elecraft] Illogical coding

2008-09-12 Thread Lyle Johnson
In fact, just pressing SPLIT should get you to the same condition as two A-B taps and pressing SPLIT. While cross-mode QSOs are not as common on HF as they are on 6 meters, such an implementation would make them extremely difficult. The K3 is a complex radio and has its own personality.

Re: [Elecraft] K3: AB two-step (was illogical coding) (wayne burdick)

2008-09-12 Thread Lyle Johnson
alsopb wrote: The sub-rx document says your loose 3db of signal in the main rx when switching in the sub rx when sharing the main antenna. For really weak ones, you'll probably want to have the sub-rx off unless you have a separate antenna for the sub-rx. The signal (including received

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and XV144 strange behaviour

2008-09-10 Thread Lyle Johnson
Considering this, the K3 plus XV144 while probably the best combination I have ever come across on receive is not ready for use on transmit just yet because of the ALC issue if you use a sensitive amplifier. Next time you set this up and *after* you have the drive set, set CONFIG:TX ALC to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 External ALC Modification Question

2008-09-10 Thread Lyle Johnson
I'm in the process of implementing the K3 external ALC mod. It is not clear to me, between the picture and instructions supplied with the mod kit, what is going on at the junction of the 69.8K, the 100K and the 137K resistors. They converge on pin 9 of the connector, and are soldered to it.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 External ALC Modification Question

2008-09-10 Thread Lyle Johnson
Lyle Johnson wrote: I'm in the process of implementing the K3 external ALC mod. It is not clear to me, between the picture and instructions supplied with the mod kit, what is going on at the junction of the 69.8K, the 100K and the 137K resistors. They converge on pin 9 of the connector

Re: [Elecraft] K3 display and IF with SDR14

2008-09-07 Thread Lyle Johnson
there is a shift and as a mater of fact that occurs at the same time as there is a drop out when using the shift control as you roll through one filter than another. Can anyone shed some light on this? Yes, the correct BFO injection shifts depending on the width and center frequency of the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and the SDR-IQ receiver

2008-09-07 Thread Lyle Johnson
Anyone using the combination of the SDR-IQ receiver and the K3 together? Wonder how it and the specraview software works as a band scope? I've used SpectraVue with my SDR-14 and K3. It works quite well. THe interface is different than LP-PAN, and I have not attempted to use LP-Bridge with

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Noise Reduction

2008-09-05 Thread Lyle Johnson
Tom Wylie wrote: Is it possible to get noise reduction working when in Data mode like RTTY? No, this is intentionally restricted. Using noise reduction on a data signal can introduce distortion to the signal. The demodulator,if properly designed, will be matched to the expected signal

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Harmonic Distortion

2008-09-05 Thread Lyle Johnson
...I believe the device listed as U29 on the K3 schematic may be a mis-print and my best guess is that's it's the Texas Instruments TLV320AIC23 -- as is the case with U7. The schematic is correct, U29 is a TLV320DAC23. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Harmonic Distortion

2008-09-05 Thread Lyle Johnson
Paul Christensen wrote: Hmmmmy schematic shows TLV320ACC23 for U29. I see that, too. The D is missing. Lyle ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Digital audio out ?

2008-09-04 Thread Lyle Johnson
is there any possibility to grab a digital audio out signal (e.g. a PCM stream) out of the K3 ? Sorry, no. There is no path from the existing connectors to the DSP for such a stream, and we'd also have to deal with the correct framing for AES/EBU, etc. And then we'd have to deal with

Re: [Elecraft] K2 - Toroids

2008-09-04 Thread Lyle Johnson
I just wound my first toroid for the K2. It is supposed to be RFC14, 18microhenries, 10 turns. I measured the inductance with my LC Meter IIB and it measures 31 microhenries. Is this okay?... Use the number of turns as your guide. Measured inductance may vary depending on the frequency you

Re: [Elecraft] Manual Notch

2008-09-03 Thread Lyle Johnson
Is anybody at Elecraft AT PRESENT working on bringing the notch upstream as if it were notching in IF (like in a analog rx) ? Sorry, no. Some other tasks are higher priority right now. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 monitor distortion

2008-09-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
Is anyone else experiencing distortion when using the monitor facility on SSB ? Yes, it is a DSP code issue and is on the list for correction. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Harmonic Distortion

2008-09-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
There are three distinct audio channels in the K3, and they all have slightly different characteristics. LINE OUT This has its own digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and is transformer isolated. PHONES This shares a DAC with the speaker channel, but has its own amplifier and isolating

[Elecraft] Re: KRX3 Note

2008-09-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
We've had a number of support requests regarding KRX3s with no audio. PLEASE be sure that you have *CONFIG:SPKRS 1* set on your K3 when you attempt to bring up the KRX3 for the first time. You may have set CONFIG:SPKRS to *2* for use with your stereo headphones, especially if you have

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Harmonic Distortion

2008-09-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
There are three distinct stereo audio channels in the K3, and they all have slightly different characteristics. LINE OUT This has its own digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and is transformer isolated. PHONES This shares a DAC with the speaker channel, but has its own amplifier and

Re: [Elecraft] Re: KRX3 Note

2008-09-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
So I hope the audio mixer will mix both left and Right for main and sub and allow us to use CONFIG:SPKRS=2 and CONFIG SPKR+PH=YES again. It does. Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Harmonic Distortion

2008-09-02 Thread Lyle Johnson
only to be sure - if I have in CONFIG: LINE OUT - PHONES which D/A is used - this one for SP/PHONES ? LINE OUT is always driven by the LINE OUT DAC. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Rear panel mike socket; stereo or mono?

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
The 'mono' label is tricky. I think it means that the mic. audio is mono but not the jack. Correct. The jack is physically a stereo jack, but the audio path is MONO (tip) only. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Rear panel mike socket; stereo or mono?

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
The mic plug on my Heil K2 proset is mono. And it work just fine. My cheap radio shack computer headset works just fine, too. The ring terminal on the jack is not connected, so you can safely use a MONO (i.e., single channel) or a STEREO (dual channel) connector, as long as it is the correct

Re: [Elecraft] Manual Notch

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
Using the manual notch to dip a unwanted signal works great. I would expect that the AGC would react to this notching by increasing the gain of the rx again. It seems that this is not so. At present, the NOTCH filter, whether automatic or manual, is after the AGC loop. 73, Lyle KK7P

[Elecraft] Re: Microphone connections for K3 #1540

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Bob! I'm sure Elecraft will have a Noise Gate built into a K3's firmware some day, but a noise gate is a valuable tool An experimental Downward Expander will be available in the K3 firmware in the near future. It has been undergoing some limited testing already :-) 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] Manual Notch

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Arie! Any plans of moving the notch upstream as if it were notching in IF (like in a analog rx) ? Key phrase is at present :-) 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

Re: [Elecraft] Re: Microphone connections for K3 #1540

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
I'm sure Elecraft will have a Noise Gate built into a K3's firmware some day, but a noise gate is a valuable tool An experimental Downward Expander will be available in the K3 firmware in the near future. It has been undergoing some limited testing already :-) Further to this, I find using

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Temperature Specifications

2008-09-01 Thread Lyle Johnson
...14 W in standby with AF volume at normal level, with all my options, seems a bit low. I would rather expect something in the range of 50 to 100W. The heritage of the K3 is portable operation, so we worked pretty hard at keeping the current drain low without sacrificing performance. Maybe

Re: [Elecraft] KRX3 installed, and a question

2008-08-31 Thread Lyle Johnson
I have the latest firmware installed, and am learning the various controls. It appears to work as advertised, with one exception. I have a distinctly lower volume level coming from the KRX3. When using headphones, and the KRX3 listening on the main antenna, I have to set the sub volume about

Re: [Elecraft] K3 S-meter Mode

2008-08-31 Thread Lyle Johnson
Paul Kirley wrote: When I tried setting K3 CONFIG:SMTR MD to ABS, I found that the S-meter reading then stayed constant regardless of the setting of the preamp/attenuator, in agreement with the Owner's Manual addendum. However, the reading for a 50-microvolt input signal (with the preamp on

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Revision 2.31 and 2.32 and 2.33 Bug

2008-08-29 Thread Lyle Johnson
On AM the 2.7 Khz filter looks like a narrow cw filter using AM. I went back to version 2.23 and the 13, 6 and 2.7 Khz filters look and sound ok. Anyone else notice this? Thank you for your observations. We have confirmed this problem. It is on the list of things to look into. In the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 DSP

2008-08-29 Thread Lyle Johnson
...why does it always say N/A against DSP2 in K3 Utility when it also indicates that for example 01.89 is available ? N/A means that the required hardware (in this case the Aux DSP board) is not installed in the K3, so attempting to program it is N/A (not applicable). More accurately, it

Re: [Elecraft] KRX3 questions

2008-08-29 Thread Lyle Johnson
I've finally put the second RX in my K3 #22. I have 2.7k filters with -0.86 and -0.87 offsets- have I ended up with filters that are matched enough for diversity reception? Yes, but set them both to the same value. A 10 Hz error is not going matter to the 2.7 kHz filter's passband response,

Re: [Elecraft] K3- KRX3 and DVR Installation Sequence

2008-08-28 Thread Lyle Johnson
... wonder if anyone on the reflector has looked into what will be necessary to install the DVR when it finally arrives... The DVR is a small PCB that attaches to the Main DSP, just below the Aux DSP. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post

Re: [Elecraft] Mike Gain

2008-08-25 Thread Lyle Johnson
I use a PR40 with my K3/100. I have to set the mike gain to maximum (60) in order to get the correct ALC readings and power output. Is this normal or am I missing something in the menu structure? For a dynamic mic, be sure BIAS is OFF. You may need to set MIC H|L to H. 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] K3 TX challenge

2008-08-23 Thread Lyle Johnson
...After exiting test mode (TX arrow not blinking), I was able to make a good QSO to S. Carolina (5/7) BUT my own TX is coming out of my speaker just like when in test mode! TEST mode simply ensures no RF goes out. The transmit audio level is controlled by MON. It is independent of TEST.

Re: [Elecraft] Consistent power output problems

2008-08-23 Thread Lyle Johnson
I set a power, any power it does not matter. I key the key to produce a tone output and see a spike at least 20% above the set power level, but only for the first transmission. After that the power drops back and stays correct until I change the power. Then the process repeats. We're working

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Buffer Mod

2008-08-22 Thread Lyle Johnson
Elecraft is well aware of N8LP's mod, Wayne saw no problems with it at first glance and is now considering whether to make it a production mod. Both N8LP and K8ZOA seem to feel it is not damaging the radio, etc. Remember to make the measurements Jack points out on his web page if you do the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filter Offsets

2008-08-22 Thread Lyle Johnson
...I'm wondering for diversity reception how big a deal is it that they be matched? My 500Hz filters have -.80 and -.77 offsets, while the 2.7Ks have -.84 and -.90 For Diversity, you want the offsets to be the same. I suggest you split the difference and try using a -0.78 or -0.79 offset

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Buffer Mod

2008-08-21 Thread Lyle Johnson
I have never attempted as delicate a procedure as this. I am soliciting suggestions on how to do this without damaging the rf board. I always use two (2) small temp-controlled soldering irons (Hakko 936). The idea is to heat both ends simultaneously to melt the solder without dwelling too

Re: [Elecraft] Software Upgrades

2008-08-18 Thread Lyle Johnson
Set the PWR control to 100w (or 120w if you wish) and control the power output using the MIC level control on the front panel. (MIC SEL = LINE IN). Or is that classed as cheating? :-) Yes, I think it is :-) The problem with this approach is that over time the slow ALC loop may try to build

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - ERR PL 1

2008-08-18 Thread Lyle Johnson
I just started noticing that I get a quick message of ERR PL 1 when I change bands... Is this normal? No. Try re-running VCO Cal. If that doesn't fix it, please contact k3support. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 crystal offsets, K3 #1546

2008-08-18 Thread Lyle Johnson
Three from Inrad (1.8, 1, and .4) did not have a sticker with offset on them. The 8-pole filters have no offset, please use 0.0. 73, Lyle kK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Audio Balance in AFX Modes

2008-08-15 Thread Lyle Johnson
Hello Joel! I noticed a lack of balance between the two channels while using AFX. At first I thought it was a speaker problem, but after swapping everything from side to side without change, I noticed that it was nicely balanced if I turned AFX off. Is this with voice or CW? Since AFX

Re: [Elecraft] New K3 Fails Filter Setup

2008-08-09 Thread Lyle Johnson
I get the ERR TXF error message. Be sure CONFIG:FIL TX is set to FL3 in CW and SSB modes since that is the slot in which you have installed your 2.8 kHz filter. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be

Re: [Elecraft] VFO indepence

2008-08-09 Thread Lyle Johnson
I'm not able to force CONFIG:VFO IND to yes... This feature is not yet implemented, please check the release notes and errata. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list.

Re: [Elecraft] K3, PSK31 cables

2008-08-09 Thread Lyle Johnson
...The cable from LINE OUT jack of the K3 to headset input of laptop... The LINE OUT of the K3 goes to LINE IN on the computer (or mic in). LINE OUT (or headphone out) of the ocmputer goes to LINE IN on the K3. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] K3: ERR TXF help with info

2008-08-09 Thread Lyle Johnson
...On FM and AM when I trigger the VOX I get the ERR TXF message. I have a K3 with 12, 2.7, 500, 200 filters beginning at slot 1. The FM filter in slot 1 must be set to 13.0. I am uncertain if AM Tx is supported with any filter other than 6 kHz at the moment. 73, Lyle kK7P

Re: [Elecraft] a wish for a balance control

2008-08-09 Thread Lyle Johnson
I think that there was a QST article some years ago regarding an audio filter/equaliser tailored to match one's hearing loss profile. The author claimed that it enabled him to hear his radio much more clearly. This is part of the reason for the 8-band equalizer in the K3 receiver. YOu can

[Elecraft] K3 AGC Settings Tutorial

2008-08-08 Thread Lyle Johnson
BACKGROUND There has been a lot of confusion about AGC in the K3. Some of it is AGC related, some of it is AGC interaction with noise reduction (NR). A later email will address the noise reduction issue. For now, let';s look at the AGC apart from NR. --- WHY DID THE AGC CHANGE? WHen we

Re: [Elecraft] K3 AGC Settings Tutorial

2008-08-08 Thread Lyle Johnson
Thanks for the explanation. As you say, noise levels differ between bands and over time E.g. 80m in Summer compared to Winter or HF versus 50MHz and higher bands via a transverter. Does the AGC setting apply per band or does it cover all bands? AGC is AGC. It is not per band, it is per radio

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Second receiver question

2008-08-07 Thread Lyle Johnson
Does the second receiver mute when you transmit on the K3? Yes. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.):

Re: [Elecraft] LINK Command

2008-08-06 Thread Lyle Johnson
On 10 Mhz, it seems that the Sub Rcvr is Linked to the Main Rcvr and I can't seem to find any instructions on the Link command. Hold SUB to toggle LINK/UNLINK 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Strange problem on 10 Meter SSB with power

2008-08-05 Thread Lyle Johnson
...Is there any indication as far as you know that the filters may be a part of the 10 meter SSB output power problem? The problem I have been aware of is the LSB/USB power output difference. That seemed to be confined to 2.7 kHz filters, was related to the center frequency offset, and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Strange problem on 10 Meter SSB with power out

2008-08-04 Thread lyle johnson
If you experience this problem (low output on SSB), please check if the other sideband works OK, and note if you are using the 2.7 kHz 5-pole filter or the 8-pole 2.8 kHz filter. Finally, please try the latest beta firmware. 73, Lyle KK7P/7 ___

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ESSB?

2008-08-01 Thread lyle johnson
Is the ESSB enhancement coming today? Thought I read that somewhere. It is being tested by several stations. 73, Lyle KK7P (in Anchorage AK for the ARRL 2008 Alaska Hamfest) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

[Elecraft] Re: Problems with K3 KXV3 IF Output Level?

2008-07-31 Thread Lyle Johnson
...There is just no tracking of levels at the I F out with what is fed into the antenna input of the receiver. If that were true, LP-PAN, SDR-14 and SDR0IQ could not be used as panadaptors. But they can and are being used, so one can only conclude that the output at the IF jack most

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Anybody heard anything on the status of KDVR3

2008-07-31 Thread Lyle Johnson
K3 Anybody heard anything on the status of KDVR3? It is actively being worked on. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KXV3 IF Output Level?

2008-07-30 Thread Lyle Johnson
The 2nd antenna input works as expected but my oscilloscope shows no signal (5 mV) coming from the IF Output on the KXV3. What IF signal level should I be seeing? It will be about the same level as at the antenna, or perhaps less, depending on settings of PRE, ATT, etc. 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] Help with PSK

2008-07-29 Thread Lyle Johnson
I am trying (and failing miserably) to set up my K3 to work PSK31 mode. PSK D is only for use with the internal CW-to-PSK feature. If you are using a soundcard program, use DATA A. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Beta Firmware Release, Rev. 2.22

2008-07-29 Thread Lyle Johnson
I'm still showing 2.19 at the beta site. What am I doing wrong? Refreshing your browser will usually fix this. You might have to not be using the web site in frames mode to make this work (select no frames from the box on the left). 73, Lyle KK7P

Re: [Elecraft] Using Voice Files along with Mike Input on a K3

2008-07-29 Thread Lyle Johnson
...Reading the manual it appears that you can have audio input from ONLY the front panel, rear panel, OR line in. The wave files were coming via the line in and the mike via the Front panel. Did I over look something? You can have either mic plus LINE input active at the same time. See

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sidetone Level Beta 2.20

2008-07-26 Thread Lyle Johnson
I just discovered that I can no longer adjust my CW sidetone level. Sideotne amplitude is set by MON in CW mode. LEVEL is part of the Noise Blanker. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and RTTY

2008-07-25 Thread Lyle Johnson
I've tried using the dual PB capability of the K3 on RTTY but can never seem to get a RTTY signal through it to be able to decode (I am using MMTTY). No problem without using the DPB filters. So if someone has the time might you walk me through the settings you use for the K3 and RTTY? Roofing

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and RTTY

2008-07-25 Thread Lyle Johnson
...The PTCIIex, for example, expects USB so you have to issue TONES 3 Oops, TONES 4. But in any event, consult the documentation of the device you are using. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be

Re: [Elecraft] Question - for Educational Purposes

2008-07-24 Thread Lyle Johnson
I've been doing some reading on the new firmware. I would like someone to explain (like I am a 3rd Grader) the different between IIR Filtering and FIR Filtering. Thanks. Essentially, IIR filters have feedback, so they can ring and in extreme cases oscillate. Think of an op-amp based audio

Re: [Elecraft] K3 menu setting

2008-07-23 Thread Lyle Johnson
Is there a menu setting to allow my K3 to transmit CW while in the SSB USB mode on 6M?? Yes, please see the firmware release notes. You can view these directly, or from K3 Utility's HELP menu. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

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