Re: [Elecraft] K3 Antenna 1/2 Operation

I have the same concern as Craig. The recommendation from Robert and Vic don't work on my K3. Here's my scheme: Ant. 1 is a non-resonant dipole. On 20m for example, SWR is 4.5:1. The ATU brings it to 1:1. Ant. 2 is a screwdriver vertical on tin roof, adjusted (with ATU bypassed) to show 1:1. I

Re: [Elecraft] K3 BETA FIRMWARE RELEASE -- MCU rev 1.94

I'm getting the same result as Bob. No matter how I set the threshold, 2,3, Automatic, etc, I cannot get it to perform as well as the old 1.78 version which was just amazing. Windy KM5Q Well, I have, and found that the lower the threshold, the less stable. Using the beta version, with THR = 2

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Antenna 1/2 Operation

Thanks Robert and Craig. I got it! In fact, I had it all along. I had been manually resetting ATU with every band change, not knowing it was doing it for me! I can't tell the difference between hearing one relay click and numerous relays are clicking simultaneously -- they sound like one click

RE: [Elecraft] K3 VFO A tuning knob set screw

John, If the threads of your tap mesh the screw, then the screw is NOT metric. Metric size is noticeably different. If your tap's diameter also matches, I'd go for it. Windy KM5Q -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-VFO-A-tuning-knob-set-screw-tp17038533p17040327.html

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Front panel rattling washer

LOOSE PHONES JACK AND WASHER RESOLVED! I removed the left side panel to see what's up. So there is a very small gap due to slight bowing forward of the front panel. Again I could squeeze it shut with my fingers and re-tighten the nut, but that's not adequate. Lacking a hex nut, I placed cloth

Re: [Elecraft] Selecting An Iabic Key

There are so many to choose from that I had to find something really unique. It has NO moving parts, NO mechanical contacts: http://www.cwtouchkeyer.com/ I got the vertical-motion Touch Tapper: http://www.cwtouchkeyer.com/TT1.htm I built it from a kit, and I love it. Nothing to fool with, it

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net on 40m -- hello?

David, The 0200 UTC time is evening here, better for most folks in N. America. You might try starting an Elecraft Euro net. When propagation allows, we can hop the pond. EVERYONE, Find the net schedules at: http://www.zerobeat.net/mediawiki/index.php/Main_Page Scroll down to User Nets -- At

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 and Solar Panel

Ed, I'd be very cautious around Li-Poly batteries. From what I know, they require a very careful charging program. Most of them have temperature sensing and a special chip built-in that signals back to the charger. On the other hand, your panel is very low power so maybe it's OK. I really don't

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Katiegram

This just in on the K3 Yahoo! group: For those tracking these things, I received my Katiegram tonight for an order placed September 27, 2007. Nelson, KU0A (via Windy KM5Q) -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3---Katiegram-tp16318835p16325940.html Sent from the Elecraft

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net for Sunday 20m needs a new frequency

I've heard favorable replies and nothing against, so let's start at 1800 on 14.316 starting this coming Sunday. Hope to CU. Windy KM5Q Thanks Jim. If Icom net seems to be clear (as you imply) by 1800, then we start then on 14.316. Then we have unlimited time. I'll make the final announcement

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net for Sunday 20m needs a new frequency

Jim -- are those other radio forums also on Sundays? That sounds logical, being a vacant hour in an established watering hole. If it gets muddy, we can make a move from there. Is there agreement or disagreement? Windy KM5Q How about 14.329 1800 utc? Icom is 1700 typically not long

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net for Sunday 20m needs a new frequency

Thanks Jim. If Icom net seems to be clear (as you imply) by 1800, then we start then on 14.316. Then we have unlimited time. I'll make the final announcement after any further replies. Windy KM5Q Windy, correction 14.316 Icom is 1700 typically not long 14.329 Flex is 1900 14.329

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net for Sunday 20m needs a new frequency

Don WB8YQJ wrote: Hi Windy - Yes, that is the digital guys channel, they keep a digital signal there 7/24. Moving would be advisable, above 300 might be the best choice. and Glenn ON4WIX wrote: 14230-14240 is the subband reserved for digital modes here in IARU Region 1. I also think

Re: [Elecraft] Thursday or Sunday?

Richard, Net is listed here: http://www.zerobeat.net/mediawiki/index.php/Main_Page Scroll down to USER NETS Hope to CU. Windy KM5Q When and where are the SSB nets suppose to meet?? Richard Kent WD8AJG K2 5296 -- View this message in context:

[Elecraft] K3: Filter choice 2.7 or 2.8 kHz - effect on transmit audio

Has anyone made a direct comparison to determine if a 2.8 filter produces noticeably better transmit audio? (like fuller, more natural sound). Windy KM5Q K3 ? due late March -- View this message in context:

[Elecraft] Calling the ELECRAFT Users Groups on SSB starting Sunday

I've gotten about 10 big thank-you's for starting this group. The Thursday evening kick-off had 6 check-ins but lots QRM. I got favorable responses for having separate K2 and K3 groups, so those with specific concerns aren't left out half the time. I am taking a more diplomatic approach now,

Re: [Elecraft] Calling the K3 USERS GROUP on SSB

I've gotten favorable replies from a few people. Bob VE3UK suggested a frequency for the 40m net. I inserted it in the schedule below. I propose we start next Monday. Meanwhile, listen around 7.195 MHz in the evenings and if it sounds like a bad spot, please propose something better. On Sunday