Re: [Elecraft] Fred's HHG vs Elecraft manuals de KE7X

Yeah, but my copy didn’t have DON’T PANIC written in large, friendly letters 73 DE KK4YEL No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Apr 8, 2018, at 02:27, Joan wrote: > > Fred, I’ve just

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Elecraft KX2 compared with the latest "Ultra Portable" (?)

Not sure why there are so many haters out there. I wasn’t complaining about Elecraft, I was asking Wayne to consider a product line that has the potential to make a lot of sales, especially with the quality and love Elecraft puts into their work. As already has been pointed out, linear

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KX2 compared with the latest "Ultra Portable" (?)

Wayne if you guys made an all mode UHF VHF full duplex radio for satellite ops, you’d made a lot of people happy and fill an area that folks are having to buy two 817’s to accomplish just my two cents -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full

[Elecraft] KAT500 when used with KX3 and KXPA100

My nominal setup is KX3 -> KXPA100 -> KPA500 -> KAT500. Normally, my KX3 ATU is in bypass, and the KXPA100's tuner is too. The KAT500 does all of the matching. But when I want to operate in QRP, do I throw the KAT500 in bypass, turn off the KXPA100 (by the menu in the KX3? by the switch on the

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 as a remote front panel for another KX2, KX3, or K3S?

I’d really like to be able to use my KX2 to control my KX3. Is that an option or is only the K series the lucky one? No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Dec 21, 2017, at 20:42, Wayne Burdick

Re: [Elecraft] 10 meter FM on the KX2?

i think that would be a great idea. I still dream of the day Elecraft has an all mode portable so I can buy it for satellite work (hint hint, just in case you’re not aware that you would capture the hearts of thousands of portable satellite operators) No trees were killed in the sending of

Re: [Elecraft] New product idea for Elecraft...?

I guess if every menu item had an applicable CAT command, it could be feasible. But I don’t think they all do, do they? -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! On Sep 27, 2017, at 07:52, brian

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 - speaker relays ssb transmission???

You need to MONITOR level - read the manual and it has instructions. No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! On Aug 5, 2017, at 10:05, "sniels...@nc.rr.com"

Re: [Elecraft] UV Discoloration of KXPD2

What would be very cool, Wayne, is for you to release the STL files so folks could buy the guys from you, but 3D print their own in the color they like, out of ABS or another material. -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons

Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

Rig control enables split mode which is important. As was stated, you need to go into the device manager, ports, and see what comm port it is, and verify you have the correct one, baud, etc into the software. -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are

Re: [Elecraft] Trying to get on FT-8 with my KX2

Have you tried using FLrig? I use FLrig with my KX2 and KX3, then FLdigi talks to FLrig. Also, make sure your comm port is the right one. I assume you’re on windows, but you didn’t mention. So, which OS are you on? -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a

Re: [Elecraft] mic

Although headsets like my Heil Pro 7 may be more money, am I really "wasting" money on buying a "fancy brand name" considering the unit consists of mic and incredible speakers? It is a complete package. Besides the amazing electret mic, the sound from the headphones helps me to enjoy the hobby

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 water resistant case

I think the Pelican 1200 is a better fit for the KX2 or KX3, since it gives room for the Mic and the paddle (and heatsink if you have one). -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Jun 10,

Re: [Elecraft] 6 meters is open

Which was it ? 1000 watts ? Or 8 w? - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence. On Jun 5, 2017, at 15:17, GWK > wrote: Band dead in Maine. 73 - George, W3HBM On

Re: [Elecraft] Fire in the house li-ion

Was the fire a result of the lithium battery or leaving a charger unattended while charging? I am not sure, but the charger I have has a temp probe that gets strapped on the LiFePo4 battery pack, and monitors it during the charging (in addition to balanced charging). It is a sad event, that is

[Elecraft] [KX2] can't feed with signalink

I took my KX2 with me instead of my KX3. I hooked up the signalink exactly the same. However, when the signalink starts "transmitting" (i.e. PTT red LED lit), the KX2 is not transmitting, and when the signalink finishes, the KX2 displays "connect data to mic jack." I searched on the web and

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Heatsink [which is entirely sufficient for typical operation]

I like the way the way the VE7FMN heat sink I bought for my KX3 looks. Now that the PAs are on the side of the KX2, I just don't feel the same about the appearance of the heat sinks I've seen for it. Kind of look lopsided. -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the

Re: [Elecraft] Taking KX3 on Airlines -Any issues/hassles with TSA/etc there days - with Bio-Engg 12V 7Ah Lithium Battery as Carry On Luggage

https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ash/ash_programs/hazmat/passenger_info/media/Airline_passengers_and_batteries.pdf I've brought my KX2 with internal battery numerous times within CONUS. not sure if Hawaii is any different. Don't have batteries for my KX3, but I did

Re: [Elecraft] OT: not bashing a product just a warning to future purchasers.

I will state this: there are only two companies in this hobby that I would buy a product from without worry, and with the comfort that product quality, customer support, and customer care would follow: Elecraft, and QRPLabs. Plain and simple. Even though I've spent lots more $ with Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] VHF+UHF Radio Wish List

I asked Eric and David once about the idea of a sat radio. I believe their response was that Elecraft was great at HF, and HF was where they were concentrating on. That being said, not sure why, out of the blue, after 10 years, they decided to resurrect the 1500 W amp project and see it to

[Elecraft] Artifacts in headphones when monitoring my transmitted CW

I just got my Heil Pro 7 iC hooked up to my KX3. I made sure the Mic Bias was on, and set my monitor level to 5. Whenever I transmit CW (even with 0 W out), there is a strange artifact that happens as the Dit and Da's finish, kind of like they have a very short burst of a chirp or similar sound

Re: [Elecraft] Using Heil Pro 7 (HC-7) element with KX3

After speaking to Bob Heil, he recommends the Pro 7 iC. Is it possible that all of the bad experiences described here were with the PRO 7 with the hC7 Dynamic element ? Just thinking folks had the wrong mic element... -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message.

[Elecraft] [KX3] Using Heil Pro7 with KX3 / KXPA100 / PX3 combo

Is anyone using the KX3 / KXPA100 / PX3 with a Heil Pro7 ? I'm curious if I need to buy adapters or anything (other than a foot switch) as I know the PTT will be disabled or the plug shorts out the TRRS Mic socket in the KX3. I assume there is a way to hook the footswitch to the system (via

[Elecraft] OT - operating QRP at same park

A friend and I both had our KX2 transceivers and some resonant end fed antennas. He was on 15m and I was on 20m. Our antennas were placed about 30-40 feet apart, as slopers with the radiating ends up 30+ feet in the air using Jack-kite poles. The plane of the antenna's slope were perpendicular

Re: [Elecraft] Can Anyone recommended a great QRP Antenna and Antenna Pole for KX3

Yes, the packtenna pole is amazing, I used it throughout Europe this past summer. My European friends recognized it as one made in Germany. You can't go wrong with anything George and the Packtenna crew have. Another choice for hotel balconies that travels nicely is the AlexLoop. -Kevin

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Weighted Knob

Well, they must only hit trail when it is perfect weather. I'd gladly trade a few oz for some weatherproofing or should I say, weather friendly engineering. A smaller KX3 was nice, but a smaller KX3 that had no open holes in it, or places for the occasional raindrop, dirt, leaves, branches,

Re: [Elecraft] Future KX3/KX2 accessories?

I second linear satellite enhancements -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence. On Mar 30, 2017, at 00:01, Ryan Noguchi via Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] [KX2] paddle always keys

n.qth.net> on behalf of kevino z <z_kev...@hotmail.com> Sent: Thursday, March 23, 2017 8:41:04 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] [KX2] paddle always keys On my KX3, when I have the onboard KXPD3 connected and am in SSB mode, the paddle will not send out

[Elecraft] [KX2] paddle always keys

On my KX3, when I have the onboard KXPD3 connected and am in SSB mode, the paddle will not send out CW. But on my KX2, it will, regardless of mode. What menu setting am I overlooking? As I accidently hit it with the mic cord, in the middle of a SSB QSO and it starts sending CW... thanks, Kevin

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 reboot only on JT modes?

I think when you switch from the KX3 to the KXPA100 during transmit (by crossing the - I believe - 12w threshold) it also reboots the kx3 - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence. On Mar 21, 2017, at 14:49,

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 pins

I'm assuming some sort of test port. Not really evident. If someone knows please share... -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Mar 19, 2017, at 03:40, Dave AD6A wrote: > >

Re: [Elecraft] Traveling Power Supply for KX2?

Yeah, Pro Engineering is the best! -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Mar 13, 2017, at 17:59, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > Take a look at the Pro Audio Engineering

[Elecraft] [kx2] temperature compensation procedure for kx2 ?

Is there the ability or even need to perform the temp compensation / calibration procedure in the kx2 like I did on my KX3? Thanks -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence.

Re: [Elecraft] MARS on KX3

I used my KX3 on Army MARS without incident. Had no problems with MARS ALE or any of their digital modes (M110A). But I left due to family health issues. all you have to do a supplier Mars call sign to Ella craft and they will send you the proper software to unlock frequencies - executable runs

Re: [Elecraft] Tuning procedure for KX3, KXPA100 and KAT500?

Shouldn't the only tuner being used in this configuration be the KAT500? You should have any tuner in the KX3 and KXPA100 in BYPASS mode, not MANUAL. -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence.

Re: [Elecraft] (OT redoux) MAG LOOP ANTENNAS

I just wish Alex would release the motor to control the tuning... -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence. On Jan 23, 2017, at 14:13, Fred Jensen

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and paddle for digi modes, display TX text

If I'm not mistaken, Win4kSuite will do this. -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Jan 22, 2017, at 08:58, Peter Eijlander (PA0PJE) wrote: > > Hi Dieter, > > Now your

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

net<mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote: Hi Kevin, I was told I wouldn't need to download any drivers. When I type the command into Terminal, all I get is "permission denied." John WA1EAZ On Jan 5, 2017, at 10:04 PM, kevino z <z_kev...@hotmail.com<mailto:z_kev...@ho

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

denied." John WA1EAZ On Jan 5, 2017, at 10:04 PM, kevino z <z_kev...@hotmail.com<mailto:z_kev...@hotmail.com>> wrote: On a Mac, the serial ports are listed under /dev (devices). I assume you downloaded and installed the drivers for your KUSB from here http://www.ftdichip.com

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

On a Mac, the serial ports are listed under /dev (devices). I assume you downloaded and installed the drivers for your KUSB from here http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm And then connected up the cable. Do you know how to open a terminal on OS X ? If so, when the KUSB cable is connected,

[Elecraft] PA / ANT errors

I have a kx3 --> kxpa100 -> kat500 hooked up. Both the kx3 and kxpa100 have internal tuners in bypass mode. With the kat500 in manual mode, I press the tune button on the kat500 to force a tune. When I press the XMIT button on the kx3, I often get an error on the kx3. It complains about an

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] incredible hum from PA

Nope. I have one at work and it is quiet. Something is different with this one. As I stated in my original post, I'm confident that Elecraft will make this right. They are great folks over there. -Kevin (KK4YEL) - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts,

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] incredible hum from PA

Nice! Sadly, torquing it down to the spec (it was assembled by Elecraft just under the spec, by the way) made zero difference. But your post made me smile so thank you. Haven't done that since I got the amp powered on. -Kevin (KK4YEL) > On Dec 20, 2016, at 07:42, Charlie T, K3ICH

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] incredible hum from PA

he Elecraft web site here; > http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740149%20KPA500%20Kit%20Assembly%20Manual%20Rev%20F6.pdf > > See pages 36 and 37. > > 73, Ron AC7AC > > -Original Message- > From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W1GO > (Joe) &

[Elecraft] [KPA500] incredible hum from PA

Just got my KPA500 and KAT500. I hooked the PA up to 240v (well, my Mains are 248v), so I made sure the assembled PA has the yellow transformer tap, from the factory. When I engage the amp, there is a crazy buzz. I use a KPA500 at work, but it is on 120v and I never hear this buzz. Before I

[Elecraft] [KX3] speaker volume - what are my options

I find my KX3 speaker volume too low. Besides headphones, what are my options? Are folks using external powered speakers ? I tried one suggested on the reflector or yahoo a few weeks ago, but it sounded horrible. Why is the KX3 speaker so low? I checked that the attenuator is off. I checked

Re: [Elecraft] Fldigi Mac no TX Audio

In the K3S menus, Have you verified the selection for Mic Select : rear mic, front mic, or line in? Having it set to the wrong input could make same symptoms you experience. Don't ask how I know :-) --Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number

Re: [Elecraft] Computer Boot Up Keys the K3S

Do you have it on vox mode, and perhaps the K3S sound card is set to default sound device (and windows startup sound is triggering the Vox)? - The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence. On Nov 7, 2016, at

Re: [Elecraft] New K3 firmware with minor bug fixes (rev. 5.56) - looking for testers

Joe, it seemed to fix it for the K3S at work. I'll do some more testing Monday. Please send detailed steps you performed and I'll emulate and report back. -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced !

Re: [Elecraft] RemoteRig Control with K3/100 and K-Pod

My only disappointment is that the KPOD will not allow a macro to change the KPA500 state from STBY to OPER. This is really a limitation of the K3S, but one thing I felt should be absolutely essential, especially when remote. What do y'all think ? --Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the

Re: [Elecraft] KXBC3 clock drift

Wish the KX3 had an actual GPS add on board. It could grab the time, as well as use the PPS for other things. -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Aug 28, 2016, at 09:48, Brian Waterworth

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 / FLDIGI Problem

the “PTT via Hamlib command” and that cured the problem. > > Very much appreciated. Now the rig and FLDIGI are MUCH easier to operate! > > 73, Jim / W6JHB > > >> On Saturday, Jul 30, 2016, at Saturday, 11:28 AM, kevino z >> <z_kev...@hotmail.com> wrote

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 / FLDIGI Problem

I bet if you go turn off "PPT via Hamlib command," you will be good. -Kevin (KK4YEL) No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced ! > On Jul 30, 2016, at 12:49, James Bennett wrote: > > I have a KX3 and

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Safety feature?

e: > > I do not see the "S 0 VFO" command in the K3/KX3 programmer's reference. > Is this a command that is being issued to some logging program? > If so, that may be a condition of the logging program (or a bug). > > 73, > Don W3FPR > >> On 2/8/201

[Elecraft] KX3 Safety feature?

I noticed if my KX3 is in split mode, and transmitting, and the commandS 0 VFOA. Is issued, the power level drops to zero. The very next time the transmission starts again, the power slowly increases from zero to whatever wattage I had set for power out. Is this some sort of safety feature?

[Elecraft] Script for setting tuner values?

I was wondering if anyone has written a script using the CAT commands for the KX3 or KXPA100 to incrementally go through the ham bands and tune? Something like: Change VFO A to frequency at bottom of band TUNE //the value for that match is stored in memory of tuner Change VFO A to previous

Re: [Elecraft] [PX3] - symmetrical reflections about the center point

t; Try removing each end of the IQ cable between the KX3 and PX3 and firmly > re-inserting it. What you are seeing usually is the result of one end not > being fully inserted in the jack, leaving one of the IQ lines open. > > Eric > elecraft.com > >> On 1/10/2016 4:42 AM, k

[Elecraft] [PX3] - symmetrical reflections about the center point

Not sure if it was the loading of the new KX3 firmware, or if I changed some settings, but now on my PX3 panadapter, I see everything symmetrically mirrored around the center. So for example, If there is a signal at Center frequency -50kHz, it appears at +50kHz too. As I move the VFO, the

Re: [Elecraft] suggested PC???

Yeah, another Mac user here that easily runs most Windows apps in a VM when needed. I have also used boot camp when the app is critical, for example SDR#. I can not understand the statement that Bootcamp has driver issues as when you run the Bootcamp assistant, it has the drivers put on an