Re: [Elecraft] De-soldering Tool Recommendations?

I guess they call  themselves Harbor Freight, sorry about that. Tom, WB2QDG I bought one at Harbor Express several years ago.  I don't use it very often  so its' low price makes it attractive for my purposes.  I'm sure, like a lot of Harbor Express products you'll find better quality

Re: [Elecraft] De-soldering Tool Recommendations?

I bought one at Harbor Express several years ago.  I don't use it very often  so its' low price makes it attractive for my purposes.  I'm sure, like a lot of Harbor Express products you'll find better quality de-solerers elsewhere.  But if your looking for a low price item I'd suggest checking

Re: [Elecraft] The G5RV trivia

Here a link to what may be the article Kenn is referring to...pretty cool stuff: https://www.mpoweruk.com/papers/G5RV.pdf Tom, WB2QDG K2 #1103 On 3/17/2020 9:13 PM, Ken G Kopp wrote: I have a copy of Lou Varney's (G5RV) article downloaded from the RSGB. It was designed as a twenty meter

Re: [Elecraft] Dug my K2 out today

Hi Fred,  One word of advice on building your K2:  Take your time and savor every moment of the build.  It was by far my best building experience. Good luck es have fun, Tom, WB2QDG K2# 1103 On 1/14/2020 6:29 PM, KD8ZYD - Fred wrote: I just got one from Santa...serial number 7923. I'm

Re: [Elecraft] Learning Morse Code

I agree, we all learn by the method our Elmer taught us.  Mine was the A,W,J method at 5 WPM. I've been a CW guys almost exclusively and found 15 wpm to be my personal comfort zone...However I have a question for those higher speed guys out there.  At what speed would you say you start

Re: [Elecraft] searching for post by Wayne n6kr about counterpoise

This is probably NOT what you are looking for but it's about random length antennas...it goes back to Jan 29, 2017. hope this helps: I'd call an ad-hoc antenna that works on multiple bands with an ATU a "Kinda-Random Antenna" (KRA). (Apologies to linguistic purists.) A simplified definition

Re: [Elecraft] WWV/WWVH Closure

Just a heads up, for people like me who don't always read everything. When you to this site and click through they will send you an e-mail verifying that you are real...you MUST respond to that e-mail for your signature to me counted. Looks like they are about 98,000 shy of the 100 K goal,

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft newsletter

Is the Newsletter the same as the list "Digest"? On 4/24/2018 3:25 PM, John Gibson wrote: How do I sign up to receive the Elecraft newsletter? And where do I find back issues? Thank you and 73, John, no8v __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] K2 Internal Battery Question

I have a K2 with the internal battery option which I trickle charge with an A Engineering smart charger. I've installed the Smart Charger according the method suggested by Don, W3FPR on his web site. I've had this arrangement for several years and the battery has charged faithfully and I have

[Elecraft] K2 Internal battery question

I have a K2 with the internal battery option which I trickle charge with an A Engineering smart charger. I've installed the Smart Charger according the method suggested by Don, W3FPR on his web site. I've had this arrangement for several years and the battery has charged faithfully and I have

Re: [Elecraft] Amber display for the K2?

cent bulbs. Does anyone with a low serial number have this and can better explain it? Tom, wb2qdg K2 s/n 1103 On 4/4/2017 3:18 PM, Harry Yingst wrote: How did you get the Amber display? ---- *From:* Tom McCulloch <

Re: [Elecraft] Amber display for the K2?

Amber here..s/n 1103 Tom wb2qdg On 4/4/2017 9:33 AM, Ken G Kopp wrote: Mine is without a doubt "green" ... On Apr 4, 2017 7:26 AM, "Bert Craig" wrote: My K2/100 display is green, much more pleasing to the eye and easier to

Re: [Elecraft] Random wire lengths for antennas

I guess we need an alternate definition of "random" ;-) Tom wb2qdg __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] OT: K2

As a K2 only owner I appreciate when the posters reference the equipment they are posting about in the subject line (e.g. "K3"). This helps with auto sorting. Tom, wb2qdg K2 #1103 On 9/21/2016 1:29 PM, Thomas Taylor wrote: On Tue, 20 Sep 2016 18:35:27 + Eric J

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

Heath DX-60= Model A On 4/26/2016 8:48 PM, Chris Tate - N6WM wrote: Maybe apples and oranges is not the best comparison.. how about this Elecraft K3s = Porsche Flex 6000 = Tesla IC-7300 = Nissan Leaf Kenwood TS-590 =Toyota pickup ~C./WM -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] I am officially a HAM!!!

Welcome aboard, Clay! Congratulations on your achievement Tom , WB2QDG K2 #1103 On 2/9/2016 10:57 AM, Clay Autery wrote: As of sometime yesterday, 02/08/2016, I was granted my Amateur Radio License with General privileges. Thank you to everyone who had a hand in making this possible. I am

[Elecraft] USB for K2

Hi gang, I think this may have been previously covered, so I apologize if I'm redundant. I know the cable from the K2 to the nine pin plug is not wired in a "standard" way, but how do I go about interfacing my K2 to the USB port on my computer? I see this on Amazon, but I'm hesitant to

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Rig release history

Looks like July 3, 2017 at 6:00PM PDT:-) On 4/1/2015 9:27 PM, Mike Markowski wrote: With the wondering, joking, occasional hint of provoking, about the K4, I looked back a couple decades. Dates might be off a little, but the trend is http://udel.edu/~mm/ham/elecraft/history/ with a

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] OT: Verizon's response to Net Neutrality: in Morse code!!

I'm sure Verizon's sarcasm will be lost on most! Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 2/26/2015 6:32 PM, Al Gulseth wrote: - --- -.. .- -.-- .. ... -.. . -.-. .. ... .. --- -. -... -.-- - . ..-. -.-. -.-. (and so on: I think you get the drift - yes, it's this way on their website.) There's

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] OT: Verizon's response to Net Neutrality: in Morse code!!

Guy is right. And we have Al Gore to thank! ;-) Tom wb2qdg K2# 1103 PS -- that's enough of this, here comes Eric! :-[ T On 2/26/2015 8:31 PM, Guy Olinger K2AV wrote: ...The internet is a national resource... -- Life is too short for the Economy Button

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: W3FPR

Absolutely! Whenever I've had any questions/problems with my K2, Don has been there with the solution. It's amazing how much he knows about these rigs and how willing he is to share that knowledge with the rest of us. A true ham in all aspects. Thanks Don Tom WB2QDG K2 #1163 On 2/8/2015

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: Is the KX3 a good choice for a new General?

Just my two cents before Eric shuts this thread down: I haven't been following this thread too closely so I'll assume you're talking about a base station. I'd say to put your money in the best and highest antenna you can find and erect, this is by far the most important component of a base

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: Jumpers for the K2 mic?

I believe a lot of folks have had a problem with that jack. It sounds (no pun ) like you may need a replacement Tom, wb2qdg K2 1103 On 12/6/2014 8:52 PM, Frank Krozel wrote: Oh, it was broken and sold that way to me.. In order to hear “something” out of the speaker, you have to insert a

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Looking for a couple of good smart chargers

Whichever one you decide on, I'd strongly suggest you get something, otherwise the battery will need a a LOT of attention. I have the AA smart charger and it works like a charm with zero attention to it. Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 On 9/18/2014 10:59 PM, Doug Hensley wrote: Elecraft referred me to

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: K2 Straight key auto detect

I had the problem of using a mono plug as well and the stereo plug fixed it. I didn't know there's an auto detect, I've been switching the menu to Hand whenever I went to a straight key. Can you point me to the auto detect function? Thanks Tom, WB2QDG K2 1103 On 9/18/2014 7:19 PM, Gene

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Re: K2 Straight key auto detect

Thanks, as always, Don Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 On 9/18/2014 10:19 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Gene, You *must* use a stereo plug in the K2 paddle jack no matter whether you are using a straight key or paddles. If using a straight key (or computer keying) connect only to the tip and to the shell of

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] TEST

Joe - your msg posted ok to the Elecraft list.. Tom wb2qdg On 8/15/2014 10:46 PM, Joe W2KJ wrote: test 73, Joe W2KJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Multiband end-fed dipole with KX1

Paul, Here's a radio club in Hawaii that was selling a kit for end feds : http://www.earchi.org/92011endfedfiles/Endfed6_40.pdf You also can roll your own easy enough, but the transformers carry a lot a voltage so beware. Try these site: http://www.aa5tb.com/efha.html

Re: [Elecraft] 43' Vertical

Ditto here - great thread. I'm learning a lot (but then I guess I have a lot to learn..hi) Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 9/4/2013 3:20 PM, Bert Craig wrote: Eric, please don't shut this thread down. I have gleaned so much useful information and personal opinions re. this K3/43 ft. vertical

Re: [Elecraft] Wounded Warrior - Ham Operator

You guys are great--in less than24 hours since the original post appeared, the need was met! I shouldn't be surprised, hams have always come through, but a tear is in my eye nonetheless. And more importantly, thanks to the newest member of our Elecraft family and all the other service men

Re: [Elecraft] Don Wilhelm A Special Thank You!

Everything that was said about Don and then some. Tom WB2QDG K2 #1103 __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Reducing K2 power below 1 watt (QRPp)

I never tried to go that low, but I thought it went down to zero. Have you tried putting a watt meter on it? Tom, WB2QDG K2 #1103 On 2/7/2013 10:22 AM, andyatd wrote: I've been searching for the best methods to modify a K2 for QRPp levels but the pages recommended seem to have expired

Re: [Elecraft] I finished my K1... Now what?

Paul, Ya gotta build a K2 next (if you haven't already). A lot of fun to build and a lot of add-ons after you're done. Have fun Tom WB2QDG K2 #1103 On 2/1/2013 9:20 AM, Stephen Roberts wrote: Crazy like the rest of us poor souls! On Feb 1, 2013, at 8:20 AM, Paul Roche wrote: I was

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Can't hear the side tone but it is working!

Do you need to be in TEST mode to change the sidetone levels??? Did you change the pitch? If so try to calibrate the BFO...just a thought. Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 On 1/31/2013 9:56 PM, w0iit wrote: I have managed somehow to silence my side tone. I can't hear it but the interior keyer is working

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Can't hear the side tone but it is working!

Good memory Andy -- I've done that and yep that's the solution, It looks like it's on ST L and Tone Source is selectable. The U8-4 is if you have the KI02 installed and the U6-25 if you don't (I think) Tom wb2qdg On 1/31/2013 10:20 PM, Andrew Moore wrote: There's a menu setting somewhere

Re: [Elecraft] K2/10 upgrade question

To the group.. Do you need to use the KI02 to communicate with the amp if it is in the separate EC2 enclosure? If so, do use lose use of the KI02 for communicating with your PC? (I bought a used amp in the EC2 a few years back and it's still in mothballs because I don't have a working

Re: [Elecraft] Knob and Button Functions

Maybe it's about the K2. There's a nice sheet out there explaining all of the knobs..there is also the Nifty Accessories booklet which is very handy -- and it's laminated for use during Field Day. Tom wb2qdg K2 1103 On 1/10/2013 8:21 PM, Chris Schrecengost wrote: Are you talking about the

Re: [Elecraft] OT: IDIOM PRESS

Before Eric tells us to stop this thread, am I to understand that this guy has everyone's money while they are awaiting delivery??? Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 On 12/5/2012 8:22 AM, Fred Smith wrote: Yes but he has products that no one else has at prices that can't be beat. I usually catch him on skype

[Elecraft] K2 - PSK31 question

Hi gang, I have a very old Rig Blaster interface that uses jumpers to match the transceiver's microphone to the Rig Blaster outputs. The instructions are quite old and they don't list the jumper configuration for Elecraft rigs. I seem to remember that the K2 mic jack is configured the

Re: [Elecraft] K2 - PSK31 question

Thhanks Bruce -- I think I have an older K2 (s/n 1103) that doesn't have the jumpers - The jumpers are a good idea, it good to see they've incorporated them Tnx Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 On 11/27/2012 6:49 PM, Bruce Beford wrote: The K2 has internal jumpers for the mic jack configuration. This

Re: [Elecraft] K2 #7375 Beginning construction!

Hi Keith, Enjoy the build, it'll be a lot of fun. Keep us posted as to your progress and be sure to ask any questions you have along th eway...you have the expertise of 7,374 builds backing you up out here. Tom, WB2QDG K2 #1103 On 10/20/2012 3:42 PM, N8CEP wrote: Starting construction on

Re: [Elecraft] Pacificon Interview

Tom, That's just as well, after I watched it I had dreams of a 1,000 pound duck chasing me ;-) Tom, WB2QDG K2 #1103 On 10/17/2012 11:29 AM, tom betka wrote: This video doesn't work for me. YouTube is saying that the video has been removed. TB KF9QL From: marin...@gmail.com Date: Wed,

[Elecraft] P3 Question

Can the P3 be used with the K2? If not is there something comparable out there? Thanks Tom, WB2QDG K2 #1103 K3 - Nope __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] k1 mailing list only please

Phil's filtering suggestion warrants a repeat of an earlier suggestion that the subject line of e-mails contain the type of rig the e-mail relates to (in his example K1 should appear in the subject line) to facilitate filtering. As hard as it is to believe, not all of us have K3's...hi.

Re: [Elecraft] Delta 44 Info Thanks

What is the conclusion on this if Windows 7 OS is used? Thanks Tom, wb2qdg On 8/30/2012 5:32 PM, Ken Roberson wrote: Elecrafters, Thank to all ( 12 ) who responded to my question about The Delta 44 sound card. All had good info. I think that’s all the info I need.

Re: [Elecraft] WTB K2 Kit

You beat me to it, Ron Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 7/20/2012 1:10 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: Do you mean someone other than the completely obvious answer :-) 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- I'm looking for an unbuilt K2 if anyone has one. 73, Bob AC2FA

Re: [Elecraft] I thought Elecraft was a household name!

This sounds like the type of QSO we have on the SOC list (Second Class op) all of the time!...hi Tom wb2qdg K@ 1#1103 On 7/15/2012 12:38 PM, Nate Bargmann wrote: I worked a station on 6m this morning who gave me a very nice and unsolicited audio report and asked what radio I was running. I

[Elecraft] W1/K2 Question

Hi gang, I have a W1 watt meter, which I probably purchased just before the W2 was released, and I'm finally fed up with changing the 9 volt battery every time I forget to turn the W1 off. So I'm thinking of pulling the voltage from my K2 to power the W1. In the back of my mind I'm

Re: [Elecraft] K2 - far right S meter led lights erratically

I have the CW Zero Beat mod attached to that far right LED. I'm almost certain I got the board from Tom, N0SS (although he may used the K6XX circuit). It's a great add to my K2, particularly for these tone-deaf ears! It would be safe to say that not too many zero beated signals go by without

Re: [Elecraft] CW Key suggestions ?

I had a J-38 as a kid (as many of us did) and started to feet nostalgic about it. A few years back I bought one on E-bay. So now I don't feel nostalgic anymore, but I also don't use the J-28. Keys have come a long way since WW II and thankfully so. It was a nice key when it was a buck fifty

Re: [Elecraft] K2 key-down issue

Tyler, I had this key down problem as well. Don's advice to me regarding the use of a stereo plug was exactly the fix. I'm not sure why your plug is working on a different K2, though. Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 6/22/2012 4:39 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Tyler, I would venture a guess that you have

[Elecraft] An obvious K2 battery observation

My guess is that with Field Day approaching more than a few guys, like myself, will find themselves with a faulty battery in there K2 due to lack of proper charging. I wasn't surprised that t is was the case but I was a bit stumped when my AA Smart Charger was not able to properly power my

Re: [Elecraft] KBT2 Instructions for the K2 Internal Battery

That switch!! That switch has caused more problems that it was worth -- it seemed that every time I would take the cover off of my K2, for whatever reason, and then replace it, I'd turn on the rig and get the infamous Lo batt message because my fat fingers accidentally pushed That Switch to

Re: [Elecraft] My account being hacked

My account was hacked a while back and Yahoo suggested I simply change my password -- For what it's worth, you may want to try that. tom WB2QDG On 5/10/2012 6:58 PM, Johnny Siu wrote: Dear Elecrafters, Apparently, my account has been hacked and I apologise for any rubbish sent out

Re: [Elecraft] Portable Antennas (Is there an easy button?)

After watching Stan Video last night I placed an order for a few T-106-2's to build the transformer...looks pretty straightforward and inexpensive. Tnx Stan Tom, WB2QDG K2 1103 On 5/7/2012 1:43 PM, Jim Lowman wrote: Enjoyed the video, Stan. I may look into one of these. 72/73 de Jim -

Re: [Elecraft] Power supply and fuse recommendations for K2

Hi Steve, If you have the battery installed in you K2 I'd recommend the AA Engineering (?) PS. It keeps the battery charged as well as powering the K2. I don't think it'll be big enough if you go to 100 watt amp, though. Don , W3FPR has a write up on on his site (or he used to anyway).

Re: [Elecraft] Check this - www.google.com

And all this time I thought his father's name was Cycle;-) Tom wb2qdg k2 # 1103 On 2/22/2012 9:26 PM, Matt Zilmer wrote: Heinrich Hertz is the feature today. Nice graphics matt __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] [HAM] 20 meter QRP brick?

I built the HF packer a few years back -- a bit overkill for psk work - but a hand amp for those days when qrp doesn't make it: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hfprojects/ This is the updated version. Tom WB2QDG k2 1103 On 12/18/2011 5:31 PM, K1FFX wrote: Looking for an amplifier to use with

Re: [Elecraft] A Ham's Night Before Christmas

Very nice, Stan--Tnx. Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 12/11/2011 9:03 AM, stan levandowski wrote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ailFghtEKsc 73, Stan WB2LQF __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] using a bug

Actually, it's nice see younger people into CW at all. Or even more so, it's nice to see younger people at all in Ham radio! Tom WB2QDG On 10/30/2011 1:42 PM, jim danehy wrote: I have to laugh at those that comment about sloppy bug sending. Looking them up on QRZ dot COM I see they are

Re: [Elecraft] UPS Shipping options not available?

For what it's worth there was an alert a few weeks back that someone purchased a large quantity of UPS uniforms. The warning had to do with being cautious/suspicious of any unexpected packages delivered to you. As I said -- For what it's worth. Tom wb2qdg K2 1103 On 9/5/2011 10:42 AM, Howard

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] Happy K2 Builder

Hi Jim, Enjoy the build! The only thing I found wrong with building my K2 was that I finished it! It's great rig and every time I turn mine on I say hey, I built this thing!' Enjoy es 72 Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 9/2/2011 9:19 AM, Jim Stephens wrote: In response to Martin Storli's

Re: [Elecraft] Tom N0SS

Tom was nice enough to send me a little circuit to put inside my K2. It lights the far right hand LED on my S meter to tell me I'm zero-beating the incoming signal. Ever since I heard of Tom's passing it seems I look at that lit LED a bit more fondly---that's the kind Ham Tom was. Tom M

Re: [Elecraft] TOM HAMMOND, N0SS, SILENT KEY

A true ham and a great person. He was always willing and happy to share his experience and expertise. The ham community will miss Tom. Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 On 8/5/2011 2:27 AM, Greg wrote: RIP Pal! Your kind heart will always be remembered. AB7R On 8/4/2011 9:04 PM, K9ZTV wrote: It is

Re: [Elecraft] What have I gotten myself into???

It took me about 80 to 100 hours - spread over 6 to 9 months -- but that was just my own pace...if I would have done it in 6 to nine weeks it undoubtedly would have gone quicker. I took my time and enjoyed it. Lots of guys on this list can offer lots of top notch advice based on their own

[Elecraft] P3 Question

I apologize if this has been asked before (and it most likely has been) -- Can the P3 be used with the K2 (barefoot)? tnx de Tom WB2QGD K2 #1103 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K2 - No CW Sidetone

Hi, I seemed to have lost my CW sidetone (and the spot function as well) on my K2 - s/n 1103. I'm getting audio from the receiver out of the speakers and the transmitter seems to be transmitting. Any ideas? is there a menu setting I may have accidentally turned off? Tnx tom WB2QDG K2 1103

Re: [Elecraft] K2 - No CW Sidetone

of an error. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/2/2011 5:15 PM, Tom McCulloch wrote: Hi, I seemed to have lost my CW sidetone (and the spot function as well) on my K2 - s/n 1103. I'm getting audio from the receiver out of the speakers and the transmitter seems to be transmitting. Any ideas

[Elecraft] K2 Question

I have an early serial numbered K2 (#1103) which I am running barefoot. Among other options, I have installed the KI02 and ATU. Those who have built the earlier models will recall the need to cut some of the the traces on one of the front panel boards (there are two boards up there - I

Re: [Elecraft] K2 lifespan

Yep - me too seen one resistor seen them all ! When she was younger that's how my daughter help me build my rigs - Honey now find me the red-blue-green- gold one She felt useful (and she was) and I enjoyed her company. Now she's grown and gone so I

[Elecraft] This is the Ninty-Five-Percent K3 List.

Ohhh that hertz! Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 (The silent 5% minority) On 3/10/2011 1:51 PM, Mike Morrow wrote: This is the Ninty-Five-Percent K3 List. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Walmart Plasma Test

I would think you drew some strange looks from the Black Friday gang...hi tom wb2qdg - Original Message - From: Steve Ellington n...@carolina.rr.com To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, November 26, 2010 5:05 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Walmart Plasma Test Today I paid a visit to

Re: [Elecraft] K2 #6980 -- ON THE AIR!

Congrats on finishing K2 #6980 and your dx contact first crack out of the box. Wishing you many more. Great call, btw. People have accused me of QLF...hi 72 Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 - Original Message - From: stan levandowski sjl...@optonline.net To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] [Bulk] [K2] Multicore Solder

For what it's worth, I used a silver alloy when I built my K2 as that was being recommended at the time. Apparently there has been a change in thinking away from silver. I can't say I've had any negative effects with it, though. Tom WB2QDG K2 #1102 - Original Message - From: Giuseppe

[Elecraft] KI02 Wanted

Anyone have a KI02 for a K2 that's excess to their needs and that they'd like to sell (either built or unbuilt)? Thought I'd ask around before placing my order to Aptos. Thanks, Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Re K2 New builder

Good point -- I seem to recall that the resistors are on those machine gun strips were in some sort of logical order and it might be best not to remove them ahead of time...does this sound familiar to anyone ? Tom WB2QDG K2 #1103 - Original Message - From: Barry Middleton

Re: [Elecraft] Re K2 New builder

with the conductiveness (not really a word) of the leads (I didn't find this to be a problem, but just tape near the end of the lead that you'll wind up snipping off ). Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 - Original Message - From: George A. Thornton gthorn...@thorntonmostullaw.com To: Tom McCulloch th...@att.net; Barry

Re: [Elecraft] K2 new builder

Hi George, My only advice is to savor every moment and enjoy building the rig, it's a great experience. (One thing I did, which I found helpful was to photocopy all of the printed circuit boards in the event I had to look at the traces and the hole locations...this was helpful, but I think

[Elecraft] K2 - Question KIO2

I'm having a bit of trouble with the KIO2 in my K2 and when I was poking around to see what was what, one of the brass nuts came off of J1 (J1 is the nine pin jack that sticks out the back of the K2). The two brass nuts were originally soldered onto J1 before J1 was attached to the KIO2 PC

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Toroid Wire Coating

I saved this originally posted by Ron, AC7AC of this list, I found it very informative, in that a picture is worth a thousand words ...thanks Ron http://emtech.steadynet.com/rm/tinning_200_l.ram Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com To:

[Elecraft] [K2] Question on K2 audio output

I'll be getting back to PSK31 with my K2 and was wondering if there is a place to pick up fixed audio output for input into my PC's sound card. It's been a while but I seem to recall that I used to pick it from from the external speaker jack which, of course, isn't fixed. Tahnks in advance

Re: [Elecraft] Troll

What's going on here, is there an Elecraft living under a bridge someplace? Let's get on topic!! Tom wb2qdg K2 #1103 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] This list (K3)

I'm not sure if this is a thread about K3 complaints or mailboxes being filled with irrelevant K3 stuff. The reason I don't know is that I don't own a K3 and all of the posts about K3's are irrelevant *to me*. Once again, I belief one of the guidelines for posting here request that we all

Re: [Elecraft] LP PAN and Point and Click and other threads (K3)

Just a gentle suggestion from a non-K3 guy. A while back it was brought up that we'd place the model # of the rig being discussed in the subject line of our posts, when applicable. Like, K3 when we were talking about that rig, or K1, etc. Threads of general interest would not have any

Re: [Elecraft] PAR endz-fed

Chuck If your antenna is over salt water (even if that water in under the sand which is under your operating position) you are going to be a VERY happy ham. ANYTHING strung up of salt water will give absolutely fantastic results! Have fun with the PAR or anything else you use under those

Re: [Elecraft] Leds for W1

I'm in the process of building the W1 and have substituted the colored LED's on the SWR readout as has been discussed. I really haven't been following this thread closely and I haven't finished the W1 build yet so this may have already been covered. I include myself when I say that it seems

[Elecraft] W1 Watt Meter

A while back someone mentioned that they substituted different colored LED when they built the W1 watt meter, to make it easier to recognize the power ranges. Someone else mentioned that the substituted LED's might not be as bright as those supplied by Elecfraft (which are all red). Does

[Elecraft] K2 - Battery needs CPR

Hi all, I know, I know... I should have used a trickle charger on my K2's battery like the one Don, W3FPR talks about at: http://w3fpr.qrpradio.com/index.htm . But I didn't. Before I take the easy way out and order a new battery from Elecraft (only 30 bucks, so that's not too bad), does

Re: [Elecraft] K2 comprehensive list of toroids to wind?

Is the toroid guy still in business? I see him listed on the site but hear much about him anymore. Tom WB2QDG k2 1103 - Original Message - From: W7BRS k3u...@w7brs.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, January 19, 2009 3:43 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K2 comprehensive list of

[Elecraft] W1 Watt Meter

Hi, I just ordered and received the W1 Wattmeter and the W1SERKT interface cable which I'll be using primarily wiyh my K2. Anything I should know before I begin? Any insights, or experiences you might provide would be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Tom WB2QDG K2 #1103

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Battery Charging System With out Mods?

Hi John and all, For us more casual users of a charger does anyone know of site that might have a schematic for a homebrew charger that accomplishes the same things as is being discussed here? The AA charger looks like it runs about $70, which is a fair price, but basically I'm a

Re: [Elecraft] QRRR

Ok I'll bite...what's Pan Pan.. I've been 99% CW for almost 45 years, pls excuse my ignorance. Tom WB2QDG K2 1103 - Original Message - From: Dave G4AON [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 10:07 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] QRRR Jon, the

Re: [Elecraft] u want nice audio?

I have a Sounds Sweet speaker also...does a nice job although somewhat large. I think I paid wither $99 or $110 a while back after it was reviewed in QST. I see it is at $160 now..not worth that much $ though, IMHO. Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 - Original Message - From: David Yarnes [EMAIL

Re: [Elecraft] Please put the rig name in subject line

Yes, yes, yes...Please put K1, K2, K3 etc. in subject line!...Thanks Tom, wb2qdg K2 1103 - Original Message - From: Bob Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, June 01, 2008 9:11 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Please put the rig name in subject line If you can.

Re: [Elecraft] Re: Zero beat hint and why 800hz maximum?

Please forgive me for jumping in without having fully followed this thread so if this has been mentioned already, I apologize. I have a visual zero beat indicator on my K2 which was supplied by Tom N0SS. Works great uses the 10th LED of the S/RF meter to tell when a signal if in the middle.

Re: [Elecraft] Farnsworth Method

Hi Ron, I absolutely agree with your comments and observations. If I might respectfully add a third step might be to hear words. I think once we can copy a qso in heads we are well on our way to increasing our copy speed. A beginner would do well not to right down every letter. Common

Re: [Elecraft] Just Say No.

This is really off topic...but here goes. First of all please don't try to question our patriotism, if you aren't then please accept my apology for that comment. Secondly, IMHO the option of choosing between number one and number two just couldn't happen (I realize you said what if---but we

Re: [Elecraft] Just Say No.

Jon -- Well said :) Tom wb2qdg - Original Message - From: Jon K Hellan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: S Sacco [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 9:34 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Just Say No. S Sacco wrote: If you chose #2, here's another question:

Re: [Elecraft] Silly Question

That not a silly question at all, I think its a good one. Is it Ella or Elly? I'm a CW guy so I don't get to hear it on the air...but it seems that most of the times I've heard in eyeball qso's its been Elly. I have heard the origin of the name is indeed from Elegant and Craft as Mike points

Re: [Elecraft] Why Are Field Testers Like Blonds?

Yea, and they tease ya with something you want but can't have yet. Tom wb2qdg k2 1103 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, August 13, 2007 12:53 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Why Are Field Testers Like Blonds? Ans: Blonds and K3

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