Re: [Elecraft] K2 power meter/wattmeter question

2005-04-15 Thread Robert Conley
Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: Mike, KT2E asked: How accurate have you found the internal power meter/wattmeter to be on the K2??? Reply: - Mine is well within the 1/2 watt at 5 watts as stated in the specifications. Measuring RF power at QRP levels is really not difficult.

[Elecraft] RE: bad fist

2005-04-06 Thread Robert Conley
I guess with all these positive stories about bad fists it won't hurt to put mine on the air. de rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub,

[Elecraft] errors

2005-04-01 Thread Robert Conley
I've noted that the request to unsunscribe is misspelled. Sorry! I don't like pointing it out but all these request are spelling it as UNSUNSCRIBE it should be unsubscribe ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

[Fwd: Re: [Elecraft] Sick KX1 SN 1069]

2005-03-31 Thread Robert Conley
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[Elecraft] re:sick kx1 1069

2005-03-31 Thread Robert Conley
Dave Anderson, K4SV wrote: Hi All, In testing the transmitter it too worked but here is my problem. With a 12 volt external power supply I am only able to get 2.5 watts out on 40 and almost 2 on 20 meters. No, the power does not sag. I also had low power on KX1 #1056 pretty much the same

[Elecraft] lead forming tool

2005-03-27 Thread Robert Conley
I just checked my Jameco Catalog. There it was on page #211. a 1/4 1/2 watt Lead Forming Tool Jameco part # 106884cc on sale $2.79. Also found the Steel Step Drill bits page #207 part #229657cc 172401cc 72/71 de rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] eflwa

2005-03-26 Thread Robert Conley
Now unless I misunderstand an EFLWA (end fed long wire antenna ) can be used as long as it is a 1/4 wave length of the lowest operating frequency and has a counter poise? 80m would be 66' as would be the counter poise. the K1 w/KAT1 should have no problem tuning this or a KX1 on 40/30/20m.

[Elecraft] kat1

2005-03-24 Thread Robert Conley
I finished building my kat1 atu and attempting to install it in my k1. there is a jumper on p3 next to the antenna connector that I believe needs to be changed to allow the atu to be used but I did not see any indication to that effect. I'm on page 8 of the atu manual. any help on this is

[Fwd: Re: [Elecraft] kat1]

2005-03-24 Thread Robert Conley
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[Elecraft] kat1

2005-03-24 Thread Robert Conley
I found the necessary ERRATA CHANGE FOR KAT1. Now I guess I need to re install the raised end of R36 on the Bottom of the PCB rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list.

[Elecraft] intimidated

2005-03-24 Thread Robert Conley
Several times over the last couple of months during the building of first my K1 (#1949) and then my KX1 ( #1056). I was intimidated by the instructions in the manuals. First with the K1 and KAT1 that I finally got the nerve to finish and install it today. The KX1 did a number on me too

[Elecraft] kx1-30m

2005-03-22 Thread Robert Conley
The 30m Mod arrived in Mondays mail. I wasn't able to get to it until today. From start to finish it took about 2 hours to populate and install. The documentation really made it seem more difficult then it turned out to be. What a gas.Now while I had the case open I compressed the coils of L2 as

[Elecraft] kx1 log

2005-03-22 Thread Robert Conley
I'm most likely mistaken but I seem to recall a listing for a Mini log Sheet for the KX1. how about pointing me in the correct direction de rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

[Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Robert Conley
In reviewing the K2 manual prior to ordering/building I have noticed that there are several instructions to install a 'GROUP' of components then solder and trim the leads. Wouldn't this lead to missed solder connections or cause a less than perfect soldered joint. I should think like 'THE

[Elecraft] kx1 pwr out

2005-03-19 Thread Robert Conley
Having completed KX1 #1056 only two days ago. I was thinking the out put pwr is sort of low. I used a 13.1 v battery supply and got a 6.87 (1.96 w) reading on 20m and a 8.07 (2.0+w) reading on 40m using the Elecraft DL1 and a DMM on TP1. Can the output power be tweaked for max output in the

[Elecraft] KX1 #1056

2005-03-18 Thread Robert Conley
Look for it on the air KX1 Ser#1056 completed. Build time just under 20 hours. Beautiful rig and a fun rig. Someone with more knowledge than I won't even have to ask questions. Pictures have been up loaded to my web site http://www.kc5wa.us. 72/71 de rc kc5wa

[Elecraft] ears KX1 #1056 has ears

2005-03-15 Thread Robert Conley
I am ecstatic KX1 #1056 has ears. Just completed Alignment and Test Part II after 12 hrs build time. I used the Elecraft XG1 to align the receiver on 20m first then 40m then attached an antenna and it just about took my ears off. Current drain in RCVR might be a little high at 35.6ma as THE

[Elecraft] kx1 #1056

2005-03-13 Thread Robert Conley
KX1 ser #1056 Alignment and Test Part I. pages 28 and 29 ~ everything checks out ok ~ I am however concerned about the voltage checks. U1, pin 1 5+- 0.25 Vdcread...4.87 U1, pin 3 6+- 0.25 Vdcread...4.87 also ( this one bothers me )

[Elecraft] kx1 test and alignment part I

2005-03-12 Thread Robert Conley
On pg 28 right coluum 2nd step: checking AC measurements using DMM ~~ Should an RF probe be used. Instructions do not state either way tnx de rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

[Elecraft] re: cw

2005-03-08 Thread Robert Conley
I am some what embarrassed to say this but the fastest CW speed I ever attained was 13wpm in 1980 when I passed my General exams. I worked three years to obtain this speed. I passed my Advanced exam later that year. My abilities suffered from lack of use because of pressing family matters in

[Elecraft] kx1 antennas

2005-03-05 Thread Robert Conley
Thinking begets trouble. While reading the KXAT1 manual. Pages 9 10 show a random length wire antenna system using a POMONA 1296 BNC to Dual Binding post adapter (mouser #565-1296 $11.83 or jameco #99354 $5.29). To my way of thinking ( here comes the trouble) 3 resonate wires mated on 3

[Elecraft] adendum

2005-03-05 Thread Robert Conley
Let me add an addendum. My thoughts are running more towards field days and camping. Then I get to SIT [g] de rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr.

Re: [Elecraft] kx1 antennas

2005-03-05 Thread Robert Conley
it otherwise. 73, Don W3FPR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Robert Conley Sent: Saturday, March 05, 2005 10:39 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] List Subject: [Elecraft] kx1 antennas Thinking begets trouble..See now I'm in trouble again for thinking [g

[Elecraft] esd?

2005-03-01 Thread Robert Conley
Having never used a wrist strap or anti-static mat before. I'm at a loss as to the proper hook up these items. Does the wrist strap attach to the anti-static mat. Should these items attach to an 'earth ground' giving me and earth ground potential. Would running a wire to a ground rod about 4'

[Elecraft] ESD???

2005-03-01 Thread Robert Conley
I wish to thank all those who responded to my ESD question! The definitive answers have encourages me to order the anti-static mat and wrist strap today so I'll have them before my next building project. Thanks again. 72/71 de rc kc5wa ___ Elecraft

[Elecraft] gary's top ten

2005-02-27 Thread Robert Conley
The proper url is http://www.elecraft.com/Apps/gary's_top_10.htm 72/71 rc kc5wa ___ 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.):

[Elecraft] k1 on 160

2005-02-16 Thread Robert Conley
hot doggies HOW? -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.8.7 - Release Date: 2/10/2005 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to

[Elecraft] K-RCV

2005-01-30 Thread Robert Conley
I'll second the K-RCV if I can use it with the little transmitters that I like to build so much. AMEN. de RC kc5wa -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.7.4 - Release Date: 1/25/2005

[Elecraft] off the thread

2005-01-13 Thread Robert Conley
I just heard a radio Commerical, by the ARRL promoting amatuer (ham) radio. FAR OUT de rc kc5wa -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.6.11 - Release Date: 1/12/2005 ___ Elecraft

[Elecraft] thanks

2005-01-12 Thread Robert Conley
I wish to thank all who responded to on the posed K1, KX1, K2 time and difficulty question. I am leaning toward the K2 since my idea of portable operation is field day (maybe?). To be truthful building the GEAR is more fun the operating it as the building removes the stresses everyday

[Elecraft] K1,KX1,K2

2005-01-11 Thread Robert Conley
I just completed my K1 (ser #1949). Using the K1 as a base line for time and difficulty. Please compare the K2 and KX1. I wish to start looking at my next project. I like building kits -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database:

[Fwd: Re: [Elecraft] DMM Recommendations]

2005-01-10 Thread Robert Conley
Original Message Subject:Re: [Elecraft] DMM Recommendations Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2005 14:00:12 -0600 From: Robert Conley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: R. Kevin Stover [EMAIL PROTECTED] References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] R. Kevin Stover wrote: I just

[Elecraft] [Fwd: thanks]

2005-01-03 Thread Robert Conley
Original Message Subject:thanks Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2004 18:14:53 -0600 From: Robert Conley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] GE Mychael, I just wanted to say thanks for the excellent job that you did on my toroids. It probably cut my built time

[Elecraft] RF test Align

2004-12-24 Thread Robert Conley
I still need a little more help on my K1. I'm in the Align Test Part II page 46 in the manual schematic in apendix b transmit-mode dc voltage measurements: point to grd___should be_recheck per don w3fpr in TUNE MODE J7 pin 1___5.1-6.7__5.66 J7 pin 4___5.9-6.1__6.10 J7 pin

[Elecraft] RF Test Part II

2004-12-23 Thread Robert Conley
At the risk of being DUMB. I need some help on my K1. I'm in the Align Test Part II page 46 in the manual schematic in apendix b transmit-mode dc voltage measurements: point to grd___should be__my measurements J7 pin 1___5.1-6.7__5.02 J7 pin 4___5.9-6.1__6.09 J7 pin

[Elecraft] Degen DE1102

2004-12-16 Thread Robert Conley
What a super little receiver. I ordered one when I saw the reference on the list 4-5 days ago. Its already here and what a great little General coverage radio it is. Very glad I saw it come across 72/71 de rc ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] toroids-kt5x

2004-12-04 Thread Robert Conley
Thanks Fred for this is a marvelous idea on toroid winding. It will also be of great assistance to someone like myself with limited dexterity in my left hand as it sounds like this method will work quite nicely. This will be filed away for future reference. Thanks. 72/71 de rc kc5wa

[Elecraft] monday

2004-12-03 Thread Robert Conley
I can hardly wait. My K1-2 (80/40) will be here Monday. I've built several smaller kits like the Rock mite etc. Nothing of this magnatude though. I ordered it Friday after Thanksgiving and it seems like I.ve been waiting forever for it to arrive. Meanwhile hoping to pick up building hints I've

[Elecraft] THANKS

2004-12-03 Thread Robert Conley
Thanks to everyone. Don (KD5NDB), Don (W3FPR) Bob (W7AVK), Mark (AD5SS); The styrofoam has been put in the trash (not recycle ) bin. I lot of good ideas have come my way this morning and I appreciate them all. When building an SW+30 SW+40 I learned about marking the schematic and or the