Re: [Elecraft] PX3 Firmware Update Question

2016-11-30 Thread Nr4c
Not up on latest FW for PX3 but it sounds like your device has a later Beta version than the official released version on website. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 30, 2016, at 3:55 PM, Kevin - K4VD wrote: > > Hi... I just got my new (used) PX3 and I'm going throug

Re: [Elecraft] SWR issue with K3

2016-11-30 Thread Nr4c
Note to self: When asked "What did you change since it worked before?" Is not restricted to the radio system! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 30, 2016, at 7:30 AM, VE3WDM wrote: > > I just wanted to give an update to my SWR issue and thank everyone for their

Re: [Elecraft] Mailing list

2016-11-30 Thread Nr4c
Is this where we should turn the BIG knob (DELETE KEY)? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 30, 2016, at 3:46 AM, Bill Bauer wrote: > > > > 🆕🆒The strongest reason for the people to retain the right to keep and bear > arms is, as a last resort, to protect themselv

Re: [Elecraft] K3: KFL3C-200 filter

2016-11-28 Thread Nr4c
Yes. I think it is a 6- pole filter. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 28, 2016, at 4:20 PM, N2TK, Tony wrote: > > My understanding is that the new 200 HZ filter is different than the old 200 > HZ filter. Is this correct? > > If so, is the difference even possibl

Re: [Elecraft] SWR issue with K3

2016-11-28 Thread Nr4c
Are you "checking" with a constant CW carrier or voice? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 28, 2016, at 4:56 PM, Mike Weir wrote: > > While on 20m I tuned the MFJ 1788 to the lowest SWR which was 1.2:1. I did > this using the tune button on the K3. I noticed

Re: [Elecraft] KUSB driver

2016-11-27 Thread Nr4c
All my WIN10 machines had no issue with drivers for FTDI devices. Is yours an older Prolific KUSB? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 27, 2016, at 6:35 PM, Jim Allen wrote: > > What driver do I need for the KUSB device? I have a K2 and am connecting it > to a W10 machine

Re: [Elecraft] Black Friday

2016-11-24 Thread Nr4c
Read the whole email from Eric. Freight will be adjusted later but you won't be charged. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 24, 2016, at 9:06 PM, wrote: > > I think that they will adjust your shipping charge when your order is > processed. The following is show

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} Setting K3 and WSJT-X levels?

2016-11-24 Thread Nr4c
x27;t get it to be right. Lower computer output and check again. I keep setting computer lower until I can set the ALC easily. May be 20-30%. But this works for me on K3 and K3S, and KX3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 24, 2016, at 1:34 AM, Don Putnick wrote: > > I kno

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Use Phones message

2016-11-18 Thread Nr4c
Do you have Dual Watch turned ON. This feature requires stereo phones or speakers to realize the effect. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 18, 2016, at 5:10 AM, Scott Russell wrote: > > I was tuning around the 80m band this morning and when I adjusted the > volume

Re: [Elecraft] Device data retention times

2016-11-09 Thread Nr4c
Don't forget there is a small battery in your K3. How long have you had the radio Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 9, 2016, at 7:11 PM, n6hz wrote: > > Hi Len, > > That certainly used to be a problem with older windowed EPROMS. I know that > it's

Re: [Elecraft] JT65 ON THE KX2

2016-11-06 Thread Nr4c
Check manual for digital modes using DATA A submode. Watch power out as this mode has a 42 second 100% TX time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 6, 2016, at 11:31 AM, Robert 'RC' Conley wrote: > > How is it accomplished? > > -- > M

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 RS-232 problem

2016-11-04 Thread Nr4c
Set all to 38400. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 4, 2016, at 10:34 AM, Thomas Beltran wrote: > > Hello John and thanks. Should I figure out what the baud rate of the kx3 is > (since that works) and then set the kxpa100 to match? > > -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] PC Command (Requested Output Level; GET / SET

2016-11-02 Thread Nr4c
.1? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 2, 2016, at 10:28 PM, Gerard Elijzen wrote: > > Hi all, > > Using the Kx3 utility Command tester Revision 1.16.6.25 on my MacBook Pro I > noticed the following: > > Issued command PC001; results in 1W > Issued c

Re: [Elecraft] Chinese Filters on eBay

2016-11-02 Thread Nr4c
"Pop the top"! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 2, 2016, at 5:39 PM, Al Lorona wrote: > > When purchasing a used K3, remember to ask, "Are the filters genuine > Elecraft?" > > Al W6LX >

Re: [Elecraft] K3s and KPA500 not transmitting

2016-11-02 Thread Nr4c
Which antenna is selected on 17 m? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Nov 2, 2016, at 2:05 PM, efortner wrote: > > > > > > No power output on 17 meters. I was on 17 meters SSB and not getting > response to calls. The red tx light was on but no power output fr

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Unwanted Scanning

2016-10-29 Thread Nr4c
>From menu turn OFF Buttons. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 29, 2016, at 6:25 PM, David Inger wrote: > > I decided to get my new (to me) KX3 going on psk31. I ordered the proper > cables from Elecraft. Plugged the cables into the KX3 ("red" cable go to

Re: [Elecraft] KAT or KPA Issue, Likely KPA

2016-10-25 Thread Nr4c
KPA500?? Darn phone can't spell worth a $&@n. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 25, 2016, at 7:01 PM, Nr4c wrote: > > Is the LOA500 connected to the correct antenna port!? Very important. > > Sent from my iPhone > ...nr4c. bill > > >> On

Re: [Elecraft] KAT or KPA Issue, Likely KPA

2016-10-25 Thread Nr4c
Is the LOA500 connected to the correct antenna port!? Very important. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 25, 2016, at 6:22 PM, Byron Peebles wrote: > > Thanks to all who have sent suggestions on how I might resolve my "KAT Not > Tuning" issue. > > Here&

Re: [Elecraft] KAT-500 Not Attempting to Tune

2016-10-24 Thread Nr4c
Be sure KAT500 is ON before powering up the K3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 24, 2016, at 9:05 PM, Byron Peebles wrote: > > When I powered on the station tonight, I noticed nothing unusual, except I > had no power out. > > My KAT-500 makes no attempt to t

Re: [Elecraft] Newbie question... AGAIN!

2016-10-23 Thread Nr4c
OFfSet, as in RIT or XIT. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 23, 2016, at 9:20 PM, Emory Schley wrote: > > OK, I'll try this again... > > I'm the new owner of a KX2 and am trying to learn all I can about the rig. > One thing about it truly stumps me. T

Re: [Elecraft] Recording audio messages for N1MM+

2016-10-16 Thread Nr4c
Yes with latest firmware. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 16, 2016, at 11:28 AM, Jim Miller wrote: > > Does the K3S output the monitor audio to LineOUT to allow N1MM+ audio to > capture it for on the fly recording? > > Tha

Re: [Elecraft] JT-65

2016-10-15 Thread Nr4c
Same as PSK31, use DATA mode, submode DATA A. Adjust Line In for 4 solid bars of ALC with Fifth bar flashing. Use wsjt-x software. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 15, 2016, at 9:33 AM, Steven Stuckey wrote: > > I looked in the owners manual and did a search for JT-65 an

Re: [Elecraft] R: K3s vs K3's

2016-10-14 Thread Nr4c
I believe the new radio is a K3S, not a K3s. Elecraft use the upper case "S" in a smaller size for the logo. Now I don't know how to tell a lower case "s" from an upper case except for size. Go figure. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 14, 2016, a

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Question

2016-10-11 Thread Nr4c
Why use barrels? Doesn't Amphenol or Pastornack make a female UHF connector to put on cable end. For this specific use, a custom built cable seems appropriate. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 11, 2016, at 4:38 AM, Jim Brown wrote: > >> On Mon,10/10/2016 4:

Re: [Elecraft] Cold K3

2016-10-06 Thread Nr4c
o low, the radio draws more current the get the required power level which draws down the voltage even more, and on, and on. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 6, 2016, at 2:32 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: > >> On 10/6/2016 10:43 AM, Richard Fjeld wrote: >> >> Som

Re: [Elecraft] Looking for sdrIQx.dll file for CWskimmer

2016-10-05 Thread Nr4c
Skimmer website??? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 5, 2016, at 8:47 AM, mike wrote: > > A recent computer crash and bad backup caused me to lose the sdrIQx.dll file > I need to run CWskimmer with my SDR-IQ receiver. I split my K3 RX antenna > with mySDR receiver so

Re: [Elecraft] Cold K3

2016-10-04 Thread Nr4c
Could it have been the battery that was cold and not delivering full output? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 4, 2016, at 1:14 AM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > During the California QSO Party, the temperatures in our operation tent > dropped below freezing. Two of us felt

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

2016-10-03 Thread Nr4c
Use BSET and check antenna selection on 40m. Bet it's on wrong antenna. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 3, 2016, at 10:04 AM, John E Bastin wrote: > > For the last few weeks I’ve had a problem in the Sub RX of the K3, and I > wonder if anyone has an idea what s

Re: [Elecraft] beta firmware

2016-10-02 Thread Nr4c
Somewhere prior to 5.50 they shut this off. Ver 5.51 and higher returned it, at fixed level. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 2, 2016, at 8:23 AM, dm...@nexicom.net wrote: > > > I see new Beta firmware available MCU 5.54 / DSP 2.88 / FPF 1.26, 9-24-2016 > >

Re: [Elecraft] Updating K3/P3 Firmware/Software after long silence...

2016-10-01 Thread Nr4c
You are correct. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 1, 2016, at 11:50 AM, Phil Hystad wrote: > > To the K3/P3 utility experts… > > A friend of mine, owner of K3/P3, has not updated his K3/P3 firmware, nor > utility programs, in at least 3 years, possibly 4 years

Re: [Elecraft] WSPR & Diversity RX

2016-10-01 Thread Nr4c
Don't think it's possible in the K3. External yes but that is different issue. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 1, 2016, at 11:47 AM, MaverickNH wrote: > > Hi Don, I thought that might be the case. Might there be a way to run from > stereo headphone output

Re: [Elecraft] Line Out properties K3

2016-10-01 Thread Nr4c
Update to BETA 5.54. It fixes the problem. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 1, 2016, at 7:21 AM, kc0...@bitjanitor.net wrote: > > Hi folks, > > > I sometimes record audio from my K3; sometimes new DX that I've worked, > sometimes short snips of QSO&#

Re: [Elecraft] MH-2 Mic with Kenwood

2016-09-29 Thread Nr4c
Yes. Replace it with a dynamic mic. The MH2 is an electret mic and requires bias. It is possible to build an interface that will supply the bias. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 29, 2016, at 3:52 PM, Jack Satterfield wrote: > > Trying to use the MH-2 mic with a Kenw

Re: [Elecraft] XMIT button not working?

2016-09-27 Thread Nr4c
Wayne did not say "It doesn't work anymore. ". He said it no longer works with DATA submodes PSK D & FSK D. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 28, 2016, at 12:02 AM, Jeff Stai wrote: > > Well, Wayne says it doesn't work anymore. I think I will pro

Re: [Elecraft] Technology Change (OT)

2016-09-23 Thread Nr4c
All OT threads get old after 5-10 answers. I'm with Mike. Go off list! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 23, 2016, at 1:33 PM, Ken G Kopp wrote: > > Hi Mike? > > Sounds like you need to choose what forums are most interesting / important > to you and cu

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - am I locked into a specific microcode level

2016-09-20 Thread Nr4c
Everything is backwards compatible. Features you don't have just won't work. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 20, 2016, at 11:47 AM, Jim Miller wrote: > > I have not installed any of the K3S lookalike modules but was up to date > with all the mods until th

Re: [Elecraft] Portable Ops with KX3 along with KXPA100

2016-09-20 Thread Nr4c
It runs on 13.8 volts. Any portable supply will work if it supports a standard 100 watt transceiver like a K3 or TS 480. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 20, 2016, at 12:48 PM, Phil Hystad wrote: > > I use my KX3 primarily for operating portable at various locations

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Upgrades

2016-09-18 Thread Nr4c
I believe that if you look at the kit assembly manual, it will reference the installation of these items at the appropriate point during assembly. The kit manual is available from Elecraft website as PDF. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 18, 2016, at 5:52 PM, Geoff wr

Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X and K3S Tx

2016-09-17 Thread Nr4c
It isn't supposed activate the auto-tune. It provides a TX signal to allow you to adjust your ALC and maybe check SWR. If you want to use ATU, just tap Tune button on K3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 17, 2016, at 9:50 PM, MaverickNH wrote: > > Hey Kevin - so

Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X and K3S Tx

2016-09-14 Thread Nr4c
First off use DATA A not USB. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 14, 2016, at 9:05 AM, MaverickNH wrote: > > I've used that in my set-up of app and rig, but no go. I might be missing > something simple as a K3S newbie. With USB as mode, and VOX enabled, perhaps &g

Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X and K3S Tx

2016-09-13 Thread Nr4c
Procedure should be same. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 13, 2016, at 5:42 PM, MaverickNH wrote: > > Vital detail omitted - I'm using WSPR-2 as the mode. > > > > -- > View this message in context: > http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/WSJT-X-a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Power Poles

2016-09-13 Thread Nr4c
You must place the terminal into the guide with the flaps up. I use tweezers to rotate it a few degrees clockwise so that the upper dies will not catch the left flap as it closes. Now insert the stripped wire till it stops and crimp. Should work every time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

Re: [Elecraft] KDVR3 Question

2016-09-11 Thread Nr4c
Actually, that's the shortest route. But I'd use Line Out instead of Headphone jack. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 11, 2016, at 3:57 PM, Jim Larson wrote: > > The KDVR3 has the ability to capture the last 90 seconds of received audio. > Is there is a

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Software Request

2016-09-11 Thread Nr4c
Just use the Utility Save/Restore Configuration process. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 11, 2016, at 1:15 PM, Larry D. Warner wrote: > > I just got my license in December and am learning. Part of my learning > process is to change things on the KX3 and see how it

Re: [Elecraft] Thanks to all

2016-09-10 Thread Nr4c
from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 10, 2016, at 8:12 PM, Louis Ives wrote: > > I would like to thank everybody that responded to my questions about > upgrading my K-3. All of the upgrades went without a problem, due in large > part to the advise given. Everything works but I h

Re: [Elecraft] K3S - Build or Buy

2016-09-05 Thread Nr4c
You save $200 It's easy to build and you have an appreciation of what's inside. You will save $200. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Sep 5, 2016, at 8:25 PM, Bill DeVore wrote: > > I’m considering the purchase of a K3S and was wondering what are the pros and

Re: [Elecraft] [P3] [Px3] Display Text Decoding on the screen

2016-08-23 Thread Nr4c
The option displays on an external SVGA display. You can not display decoded text on the P3, ever. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 23, 2016, at 3:45 AM, Hajo Dezelski wrote: > > Hello, > > I am considering to buy additionally to my Kx3/Px3 Combo a K3/P3 Station.

Re: [Elecraft] K-3 upgrade question

2016-08-22 Thread Nr4c
anels. Also the Side Panel with handle. Now remove everything you have a replacement for. You may need to remove other side panel and back as well. See what access you need for removal. Now re-assemble your radio in the reverse order of removal . Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug

[Elecraft] K3 recent jt65/jt9 setup

2016-08-21 Thread Nr4c
Recently someone posted CONFIG info for this. I can't locate it now that I need it. Ca mm someone please point me to this information for my K3 and/or K3S? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] audio recording

2016-08-13 Thread Nr4c
Put volume control in phone line. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 13, 2016, at 6:01 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote: > > increasing monitor is good for recording my audio. > > But need to be very high, not good to operate and worst for SO2R > > thanks, > Jor

Re: [Elecraft] audio recording

2016-08-13 Thread Nr4c
Did you turn ON the Mon and set level high enough? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 13, 2016, at 7:34 AM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote: > > hello > > i am trying to record audio from K3 > > I have a stereo cable connected from K3 LINE OUT to a hand recording LINE

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Meter Display Question

2016-08-13 Thread Nr4c
Set it and forget it. No need to watch constantly Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 12, 2016, at 10:02 PM, James Bennett wrote: > > OK - I’m officially stumped. How does one keep the meter display showing ALC > continuously instead of RF output? When I operate the digit

Re: [Elecraft] K3S audio problem

2016-08-10 Thread Nr4c
Which mic jack is selected, front or rear? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill On Aug 10, 2016, at 7:11 PM, Sid Frissell wrote: >> Help! I seem to have created a problem for myself (something I do more >> often each year!). While trying to set up new headphones with boom mic for

Re: [Elecraft] P3 tx Monitor on VGA?

2016-08-08 Thread Nr4c
Really. The TXMON on SVGA? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 8, 2016, at 6:18 PM, lmarion wrote: > > Yes there is cake. Install the SVGA option. It displays on my 27 inch > display beautifully. > > Leroy AB7CE > > -Original Message- From: Davi

Re: [Elecraft] k3s radio kit

2016-08-05 Thread Nr4c
1/ Download the assembly manual and read it. 2/ Pay attention to the "Tools needed" section. 3/ Read the assembly manual. 4/ Download and read the Users Manual. 5/ Re-read both manuals. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 5, 2016, at 10:05 AM, Wayne Michael wr

Re: [Elecraft] OT:. G5RV's

2016-08-04 Thread Nr4c
Let's see, 102 + 33 = 135. Isn't that pretty close to the length of an 80 Meter Dipole? The G5RV looks like two back-to-back inverted "L" antennas. The twin lead is not feed line but part of the radiator. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 4, 2016, at 4:41

Re: [Elecraft] KX3-> KXPA100=> KPA500 ... Can it be done?

2016-08-04 Thread Nr4c
Yes. Check the manual(s) on KXPA100 and ATU. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 4, 2016, at 1:13 AM, David F. Reed wrote: > > Looking for a little QRO in my alternate station... > > I would like to be able to run my KX3 into my KXPA100 amplifier, and that >

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 - updating firmware

2016-08-03 Thread Nr4c
Check KXPA100 manual online for wiring diagram of KXUSB cable. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 3, 2016, at 5:18 PM, Pete Jones wrote: > > I am using an FTDI cable (not Elecraft KXUSB). Windows 10 recognises it and > the FTDI driver is installed. The KX2 utility ap

Re: [Elecraft] frequency display on the P3

2016-08-03 Thread Nr4c
Check your connections are as shown in manual. Be sure baud rates are 38400. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 3, 2016, at 7:16 AM, wrote: > > color me stupid, but for the life of me I can't figure out how to get my > frequency displayed at center, on my newly a

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Data Connections

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
FSK is not available on the Standard RS232 or KUSB single cable either. Needs extra Comm port. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 10:38 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: > > > > All cat and laying/PTT functions are also available. > > *Except FSK.* &g

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Computer interface for KX2?

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
Looks like Mic IN (mono) not Lin IN (Stereo likely). If that's ok. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 4:11 PM, Bob Nielsen wrote: > > I haven't tried it yet, but was thinking of using this > <https://www.amazon.com/

Re: [Elecraft] The 1500 watt amp

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
Buy some of the "2D " blocks from Elecraft and have Front Panel Express to make the panels for you from your design. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 9:56 AM, Dr. William J. Schmidt, II > wrote: > > The question of Elecraft building1500 watt

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Data Connections

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
Yes. You select the radio's audio codec as the sound device. All cat and laying/PTT functions are also available. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 12:46 AM, James Bennett wrote: > > Folks, > > I have a mid-2010 vintage K3 and more recent KX3 t

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KSYN3 Synthesizer & Board Stiffener

2016-07-23 Thread Nr4c
You're a bit late. So far, after a year there hasn't been a run on these nor any use other than dis-assembly practice for SMD components. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 23, 2016, at 6:12 PM, Larry P. Greenberg wrote: > > I recently upgraded the two synthe

Re: [Elecraft] Keying the KX3

2016-07-20 Thread Nr4c
Tab for some fun projects. I am looking at a PC board and maybe kits for this interface. Stay tuned. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 20, 2016, at 12:22 PM, Ron Mudry wrote: > > Bill, > > I just saw you post to the KX# user group, below. > > I’m also wa

Re: [Elecraft] Test serial-to-USB converter

2016-07-18 Thread Nr4c
Call support for assistance. They will walk you through the tests. Have lid off and DVM handy. Very simple. I had a choke on the ground line go and it was very obvious with visual exam. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 18, 2016, at 6:36 PM, Jan Ditzian wrote: > > I

Re: [Elecraft] [Kx3] [Kx2] Text decode threshold levels

2016-07-17 Thread Nr4c
Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 17, 2016, at 5:25 PM, Hajo Dezelski wrote: > > Hello, > > comparing these two rigs in the mode "text decode" I had the > impression that the Kx3 did a better job. But this could be triggered > by different settings. >

Re: [Elecraft] Help sell me on the K3S

2016-07-17 Thread Nr4c
No! Get the radio you want and learn to make it work for you. Buying a $2K radio and then buying $4-5K radio just adds $2K to the price and wastes maybe 2 years in the process. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 17, 2016, at 2:24 PM, Ian wrote: > >

Re: [Elecraft] Failed K3 Firmware update DSP1

2016-07-17 Thread Nr4c
Do you have the last utility? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 17, 2016, at 3:58 AM, Matthew Lawson wrote: > > Please help, went to update my K3 to the latest Firmware (was running 2.19) > all updated fine until DSP1. > > 00:33:01 Loaded DSP1 firmware revision 02

Re: [Elecraft] Got the gear, need the garb!

2016-07-16 Thread Nr4c
your call and name. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 16, 2016, at 12:44 PM, Jim Miller wrote: > > Where do I order Elecraft shirts and hats? > > Can't find any on their website. > > 73 > > Jim ab3cv > __

Re: [Elecraft] Upgrading K3 --- order of installation

2016-07-14 Thread Nr4c
They're kind of spread out so I don't thinking makes much difference. Download the various assembly manuals and see if there are two or more that need common panels/parts unassembled and do those at the same time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 14, 2016, at 4:1

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 question

2016-07-13 Thread Nr4c
No. And, the KAT should be running when you turn on the K3(S). Mine stays on all the time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 13, 2016, at 5:10 PM, Jerry wrote: > > Greetings all, > > > > Is it possible to be able to power on and off the KAT500 through th

Re: [Elecraft] N1MM Logger +

2016-07-09 Thread Nr4c
I use BOOTCAMP to run Win8.1 for portable use with my MacBook Pro. Works great. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 9, 2016, at 6:42 AM, Dauer, Edward wrote: > > Unfortunately it is still not available for Mac, and the developers seem > hesitant about using a Windows em

Re: [Elecraft] K2, FD, and N1MM

2016-07-07 Thread Nr4c
In wondering if the same serial cable dorks withe both radios. I thought the K2 cable was different. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 7, 2016, at 6:38 PM, PHILIP GRAITCER wrote: > > I got the K2 out for Field Day and it performed great! I’d never used the K2 > with a

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 age

2016-07-05 Thread Nr4c
And that indicates what exactly? Each item in the K-LINE has its own serial number series starting with "0001", except the K3S which started at "10001". There might be some zeros out there but I think these were not actually sold to customers. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4

Re: [Elecraft] K3 boards

2016-06-29 Thread Nr4c
They're probably listed under K3S. Easiest is to use the phone, tell them what you want and order it. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 29, 2016, at 10:35 AM, todd ruby wrote: > > I have a self assembled K3 and at the time I did not want to get the board > that

Re: [Elecraft] CW Setup

2016-06-27 Thread Nr4c
just identify which does what. Oh yeah, it plugs into the Paddles jack. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 26, 2016, at 9:00 PM, Bill Ellis via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi ll, > Trying to set up a single lever paddle for my K3. The more I read the more > confused, f

Re: [Elecraft] N1MM and KX3

2016-06-26 Thread Nr4c
When I got my KX3, I built a pair of transistor switches that fit in a DE-9 shell. Added cables for RX/TX, PTT and CW KEYING and now it works just like a K3 with CAT, PTT and CW using DTR, and RTS from n1mm all from a standard KUSB that works with the K3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

[Elecraft] K3). Bug in my K3

2016-06-26 Thread Nr4c
I was informed just now at the Field Day Site that I have a bug in my radio, s/n 4536. It appears to be crawling around in the LCD display. Is DDT available anymore? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] Safe to use a mono plug on the KX2?

2016-06-19 Thread Nr4c
It would short right channel to ground. Why would you want to do this? Doesn't the KX2 have similar audio enhancements as the KX3? You will lose the Dual-Watch feature and ability the hear VFO A & VFO B in separate ears with speakers or phones. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 S-meter segment stuck

2016-06-18 Thread Nr4c
It indicates that RF Gain is not set to zero. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 18, 2016, at 4:18 AM, Erik Basilier wrote: > > Hi All, > > > > Today I have the S-5 segment stuck on my KX3 display. That is also the SWR 2 > segment. What I mean is the

Re: [Elecraft] Cannot connect to K3S utillity

2016-06-13 Thread Nr4c
Call tech support. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 13, 2016, at 1:09 PM, Leroy Marion wrote: > > Does not matter, still won't connect. Tried two Win 7 computers. > > -Original Message- > From: Nr4c [mailto:n...@widomaker.com] > Sent: Monday,

Re: [Elecraft] My K3, P3 and Expert Linear

2016-06-13 Thread Nr4c
Have you set all devices to 38400 baud? The P3 will force the K3 to that speed when you turn it on. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 13, 2016, at 11:55 AM, William Levy wrote: > > Gentlemen, > > My K3 powers on the P3 and the Expert 1.3. > Out the back of my K

Re: [Elecraft] Cannot connect to K3S utillity

2016-06-13 Thread Nr4c
Locate RS-232 in the CONFIG menu and set it to "USB" instead of a number. This should allow the utility to connect. Do you have a K3S/10 or a K3S/100? What kind of amp do you have? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 13, 2016, at 10:05 AM, Leroy Marion wrote: >

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD2 Vs. KXPD3

2016-06-11 Thread Nr4c
The KXPD2 is smaller and a newer design. I'd wait for the new one. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 11, 2016, at 4:14 AM, Phil Wheeler wrote: > > I just received my KX2, and have planned to add the KXPD2 as soon as it is > available. No KXPD3 on hand becau

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping of KX2's

2016-06-07 Thread Nr4c
Well you should have been around when the KX3 was introduced at Dayton. They didn't even start taking orders until very very late December and no shipping until April or May. Those were the days! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 7, 2016, at 5:00 PM, Armour, Randy (WS)

Re: [Elecraft] [PX3] Carrier Null

2016-06-01 Thread Nr4c
Please check that ALL connectors are plugged in ALL the way. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 1, 2016, at 8:31 PM, Joel Black wrote: > > I recently acquired a used PX3 and am quite pleased with it. I am, however, > having a difficult time with the carrier null procedur

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX2 Bone Head Mistake pure and simple...

2016-06-01 Thread Nr4c
BUY THE $&@( ELECRAFT CHARGER! There, how simple is that? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 1, 2016, at 1:27 PM, Phil Townsend Lontz phi...@mac.com [KX3] > wrote: > > So,I bought a KX2, a battery and an ATU... All working FB. But did I buy a > battery charger?

Re: [Elecraft] KX-3

2016-05-31 Thread Nr4c
The KX3 (no "-") requires a lot less assembly than a k3. And it connects almost like K3 to computer. Major missing items are no DTR-RTS available on serial connector and no dedicated Lin In/Out. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 31, 2016, at 11:40 AM, Mike Kasrich wr

Re: [Elecraft] Suggested KX3 "upgrade"

2016-05-31 Thread Nr4c
I think pressing any button the KX3 will terminate the msg repeat. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 31, 2016, at 10:17 AM, Jim Rodenkirch wrote: > > My apologies for NOT stipulating my range of operations when I submitted the > original postI feel like others h

Re: [Elecraft] [KX2] Amp-hour display

2016-05-27 Thread Nr4c
Isn't it for showing AHrs left in internal battery? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 27, 2016, at 9:29 PM, "a...@juno.com" wrote: > > I just received my KX2 today and it i smaller than I thought it would be - > love it. One question: the amp-hour display

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: transverter schematic?

2016-05-27 Thread Nr4c
I'm betting the 2 m XVRTER for the KX3 is different circuit than the internal one for the K3. It's also a very different form factor. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 27, 2016, at 12:00 PM, Ken Arck wrote: > > > Hi David > > As I said, unle

Re: [Elecraft] K3S bug in FW Beta 5.46 Keyer Memories

2016-05-25 Thread Nr4c
essages works for all. Also I noted you used the underscore instead of a dash. This might also be an issue. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 25, 2016, at 9:35 AM, Jim Sheldon wrote: > > Just found a bug in the keyer memories when programming for PSK/RTTY. The > memory

Re: [Elecraft] {P3] resale value

2016-05-25 Thread Nr4c
y solid and does seem to hold value well. If you think saving 20% will make it fit your budget I'd not hesitate to purchase. For a K3, that's a piece of change ( P3 + KXV3B = $900). Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 25, 2016, at 10:17 AM, Jerry Moore wrote: > > Is it

Re: [Elecraft] Bug in FW 5.46

2016-05-25 Thread Nr4c
No issue with mine using "|". Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 25, 2016, at 10:46 AM, Jim Sheldon wrote: > > Further checks on this - I reloaded the old FW back to Beta 5.35 and the > problem existed in that one so I loaded the current production version

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power Connector

2016-05-24 Thread Nr4c
The end-view on page 5 of the manual is called out as the standard Elecraft 5.5 X2.1 mm coaxial power connector with positive center pin. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 24, 2016, at 12:07 PM, Bruce Nourish wrote: > > Hi folks, > >> From the pictures it looks

Re: [Elecraft] The KX2

2016-05-24 Thread Nr4c
As to the ATU in the KX2, 7K/7C is the same range as the KX1, T1 and I think the K2 ATU. Comparisons with KX1 make sense but how bout a small pocket sized "next step" to the K2? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2016, at 10:56 PM, Phil Wheeler wrote: &

Re: [Elecraft] FLDIGI and K3

2016-05-23 Thread Nr4c
Where is fldigi software located on your computer? You must have Write privileges to save the CONFIG files. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2016, at 5:13 PM, Paul Christensen wrote: > > Dave, > > Correct. I must always initialize Fldigi with my K3. O

Re: [Elecraft] PTT KEY CONFIG setting volatile?

2016-05-23 Thread Nr4c
Are you using the Power switch on the radio or by chance turning OFF the power-supply? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2016, at 2:33 AM, danny.higgins wrote: > > WSJT not running – K3S not connected to PC. I still need to reset PTT-KEY > after a power cycle – it

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and KX3 questions for Wayne

2016-05-22 Thread Nr4c
Or just use the Voltage reading displayed on the K3/KX3 front panel. It's quite accurate. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 22, 2016, at 10:52 AM, David Orman wrote: > > Another question - how long/what gauge is the wire running to your KXPA100? > I wouldn't

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