[Elecraft] Thanks Elecraft -- HK0NA DXpedition

2012-02-07 Thread cqbilld
Surprised the lack of comments on this subject, unless I missed it. I do want to thank the Elecraft gang for their support of the HK0NA operation. I have been a ham for 57yrs and had NEVER chased a single HF DXpedition, but I got the bug with this one. What an amazing performance by the

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K3 Presets/Settings for JT65B / EME

2011-08-12 Thread cqbilld
I continue to be puzzled by this thread. Given that WSJT (all modes) is WRITTEN for use on USB by Joe Taylor, WHY would we be interested in utilizing any K3 mode but USB? I have operated 441 and JT65 utilizing my K3 off the Moon, tropo and MS with no desire to fuss with any other K3 mode.

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K3 Presets/Settings for JT65B / EME

2011-08-12 Thread cqbilld
There we are ... IF we wish to run flat and no compression ... DATA A it seems is a natural. I think Lance 7GJ said he ran WITH equalization yesterday, so he would use SSB. Seems like a users preference. Here, it is very quick to hit pre-programed PF1 allowing a switch to rear panel audio

[Elecraft] TX Inhibit options

2011-06-29 Thread cqbilld
I have broken the PTT line in the mike to operate the sequencer input (also have an external toggle switch to operate the sequencer as well.) The sequencer then operates the K3 PTT. This has worked very well on several different IF radios over the years. The K3 PTT line on the front panel

[Elecraft] 6meters and K3-KPA500

2011-06-13 Thread cqbilld
Joel W5ZNs Elecraft 6 meter combo was worked by 100s this weekend during the ARRL VHF Sweepstakes. He boomed into EN37 for hours on end, and I do mean BOOMED. Great sounding Elecraft station!! Hard to beat a great design followed by great operation! 73 Bill K0AWU K3-#3460