[Elecraft] Elecraft Hex key collectible on eBay

2021-03-02 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
%3D14392297%26itm%3D14392297%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2380057%26brand%3DBENCHER&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3A267fb719-7b7b-11eb-91e7-8ad8eef560a6%7Cparentrq%3Af3f1bd631770ab8cd7b19662fffcd382%7Ciid%3A1 (bit overpriced) Ahoj, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple &am

Re: [Elecraft] Ten Tec Orion II and KPA500

2021-01-17 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/ma

Re: [Elecraft] K4 replacement?

2020-10-13 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Alan, so sorry to hear about that. I am keeping fingers crossed to recover from that horrible situation. It is good to know that you with GF are safe and thinks positive. Many thanks for your great job in Elecraft! best 73, STAY SAFE! Petr, OK1RP - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple &

Re: [Elecraft] K4 replacement?

2020-10-13 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Tom, be patient, it pays off ! - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ _

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] LCD brightness setting

2020-06-06 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Rich sorry for incorrect expression... What I am looking for is LCD viewing angle contrast setting (on K3 is it the Menu entry LCD ADJ) to adjust better reading the KX3 display from the top angle. Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.c

[Elecraft] [KX3] LCD brightness setting

2020-06-05 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi all, so sorry to bother with that over here. I did not found it in manual so I am trying to ask... Can someone let me guide how to change the LCD brightness on KX3 please? I do not means LCD backlight and I do not means LED brightness... Thanks, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "

Re: [Elecraft] Chinese Production Re: K4 news?

2020-03-05 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Lets start production in Silicon Valley again...:) I will be proud to have genuine Made in USA rigs again. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Comments from Special Forces personnel on KX2 use

2020-03-05 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
compare to KX2. Maybe I should rearm to KX2 to save space in backpack and get it lighter... Several time I thought about camo painting for my KX3... Congrats for an excellent products and thanks for all these services Wayne. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft frea

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 ATU manual option ?

2020-02-13 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
to test the KXAT3’s relays and L-network if I remember it well... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Your opinion on K3s settings for best weak signal cw reception

2020-02-12 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
try to reduce RF gain (do not keep it at max) in order to reduce noise. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365

Re: [Elecraft] QRO - KPA500 Failure

2020-02-12 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi Jim, thanks for your KPA500 issue update and returning the thread to its original point there. Let us know the results once you gets there. Ahoj, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://

Re: [Elecraft] New K4 YouTube Video

2020-02-10 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
https://youtu.be/AQdXQqZkIuk - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ El

Re: [Elecraft] QRO - KPA500 Failure

2020-02-07 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Jim, maybe it is not your case but check this first: http://ok1rp.blogspot.com/2017/02/elecraft-kpa500-lpf-tr-switch-rework.html?_sm_au_=iQWn28RMHPpHWSZ6cLpsvK618Vf61 - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPo

Re: [Elecraft] K3S relay noise when using Rx ANT IN port

2020-02-07 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
then FEL limiter is bypassed the RF power from K3 can damage the limiter. If your K3 will be back in RX mode again faster then FEL released to protection path then your K3 is not protected during that period... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blo

Re: [Elecraft] K3S relay noise when using Rx ANT IN port

2020-02-04 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
(OK1RR): https://www.okdxf.eu/index.php/technika/272-ochrana-vstupnich-obvodu-prijimace - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] K3S relay noise when using Rx ANT IN port

2020-02-03 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
://www.dxengineering.com/parts/svp-sv-fesss DXE-RG5000HD Limiter (K3LR): https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/dxe-rg5000hd TRX-FEL (EA4TX): https://ea4tx.com/en/tienda/frontend-limiter/trx-fel/ RX-FEL FE Saver (FEP EA4TX): https://ea4tx.com/en/tienda/frontend-limiter/rx-fel/ - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "

Re: [Elecraft] K2 On The Air!

2020-01-30 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
on the air soon. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mai

Re: [Elecraft] No Longer Deaf K3!!!

2020-01-30 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
John, big congrats! happy to hear that you have your K3 back in perfect order. See you on the air soon and enjoy your K3 again. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: h

Re: [Elecraft] Full Break-In (QSK)

2020-01-20 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
...and back to original K3 QSK question please. Anybody tested it? - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Full Break-In (QSK)

2020-01-17 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, look here: https://youtu.be/dQCAiKEGTdA - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] K4 model v. K3S for strong nearby signal rejection.

2019-11-01 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Each K4HD superhet receive section includes two crystal filters: one SSB/data bandwidth, one CW bandwidth. There are 5 filter positions per K3S and per KRX3A... 73 - Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPo

Re: [Elecraft] K4 model v. K3S for strong nearby signal rejection.

2019-11-01 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
be adequate as Wayne and Eric several times expressed already. 2c, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 no power out

2019-10-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
assembled then check if it is rev. D9 or earlier. The LPF/PA boards where this mod is applied already is marked rev. D10 or higher. Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- S

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 no power out

2019-10-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Dear Frank, it should help you. http://ok1rp.blogspot.com/2017/02/elecraft-kpa500-lpf-tr-switch-rework.html Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elec

Re: [Elecraft] K1 Stand 3d Printer

2019-10-07 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi Dennis, excellent job. Many thanks for sharing it. Can you advise which direction on the bed is recommended in slicer please? I am asking as the orientation on the printing plate will be most important for supports... Thanks, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft frea

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft limited ed Hex key

2019-10-07 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
will share more about it :) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ El

Re: [Elecraft] K3 front panel encoders

2019-10-03 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Thanks to Elecraft excellent support and unbelievable effort from them I got it... E640018 PEC11R-4015F-S0018 (PEC11R-4015F-S0018-ND by Digi-Key) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvD

Re: [Elecraft] K3 front panel encoders

2019-10-01 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi does anybody know the type of those four encoders in order to find them on DigiKey or so please? Thanks - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] new revision of KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide available

2019-10-01 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
they are old and not modified. So if you have not issues and do not want to make prevent mod then stay calm. BTW: yes it is official mod, Elecraft parts kit: E850607 good luck, Petr, OK1RP - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KPA500 LPF T/R Switch Rework Rev. E Mod

2019-10-01 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Roy, thanks for additional information from Elecraft support regarding the revisions of board to be modified... rgds, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: h

Re: [Elecraft] New Revision of KPA500 LPF TR Switching Rework Rev. E

2019-10-01 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Lynn, yes it is. Elecraft parts kit: E850607 Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] new revision of KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide available

2019-09-27 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
the white label. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] New Revision of KPA500 LPF TR Switching Rework Rev. E

2019-09-27 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
is burning smell. The SWR LED's are dancing upwards as it arcs. If you have connected the KAT500 tuner then it has the SWR around 1.3:1... and power is lost. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2

Re: [Elecraft] new revision of KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide available

2019-09-25 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Buck, unfortunately I have not info about the s/n relate to revisions of the PA/LPF boards. The best way would be to ask Elecraft service for that. I know that rev. D or earlier revisions could be modified if needed. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1r

[Elecraft] New revision of KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide available

2019-09-24 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
resolution. The Elecraft KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide_24Sep19 document is also available in .pdf format upon email request. Maybe it will help, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://

[Elecraft] new revision of KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide available

2019-09-24 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
resolution. The Elecraft KPA500 LPF T_R Switching rework Rev.E guide_24Sep19 document is also available in .pdf format upon email request. Maybe it will help, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://

[Elecraft] Elecraft limited ed Hex key

2019-09-18 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
not the seller and I am not affiliated to him but if you want it into your Elecraft collection then there is not so mni of them on market for sale... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- S

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] K2 for Sale

2019-09-04 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, it looks beautiful and works like champ sure! Hope you found good home for this jewel. Good luck, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

[Elecraft] [K2] Low power output

2019-09-04 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
been removed probably before selling. Is there something related to KPA100 which could be modified and need to be now set back to get 15W from his K2 please? Thanks, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe:

Re: [Elecraft] It's no KX4 but...

2019-09-02 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
...btw they are talking about 10W output several times but it is giving only 5W output if it is used with internal battery pack BP-272, 10W ouptu is available only with external 13.8V PSU...:) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe:

Re: [Elecraft] It's no KX4 but...

2019-09-02 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, it looks like they’re going after the KX3... If it will be as bad as 7300 then we can stay calm and keep our KX3 in peace. hi It is too big for backpacking btw... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPo

Re: [Elecraft] WTB: 700Hz Inrad CW Filter

2019-09-02 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Bill, they were made on special request order isn't it? - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft 20th Anniversary

2019-08-29 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, I am coming back after some time to ask if you already found the time to make pics of your collection. Specially I am looking for Safari-4 and Koala pics as I am compiling the all Elecraft line-up from the first product until the K4HD...hi. Thanks, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "

Re: [Elecraft] K3 & K3S for sale

2019-08-27 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
com/itm/Elecraft-K3S-Esthetic-Upgrade-Kit/273980434356?hash=item3fca81a7b4:g:mKkAAOSwnh5cVLdO I am staying glued to my old K3 (fully upgraded to almost K3S level but with genuine old look, hi) in shack. No K4HD planned as I do not see any benefit in term of RF parameters... ----- 73 - Petr, OK1R

Re: [Elecraft] K3S AGC action in CW

2019-07-22 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Roger, you would like to say that when I will enable CW decoder the AGC system ignore all custom's settings and going to use default Slow AGC template config? Somehow I don't want to believe it... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.c

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Fan Replacement

2019-07-09 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
panel and to attach the Elecraft fan screens with the Noctua-supplied screws"... Maybe some picture to email will be helpful please. Many thanks guys, Petr, OK1RP - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe

[Elecraft] [KX3] SPOT failure

2019-06-24 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi all, did someone noticed that SPOT function is failing (or better say failing quite often) when NTCH filter is turned ON? The same happends also on K3... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://

Re: [Elecraft] New K1 Kit

2019-06-07 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
o long time business vision model. ...but just in case > I am in 997 to go. :) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Issues

2019-05-28 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Thanks Hank. The .pdf format document is available too upon email request. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Issues

2019-05-28 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi all, some people asked me for re-sharing the complete manual for button issue solution. I compiled it over here: https://ok1rp.blogspot.com/2019/05/no-response-from-msg-pre-and-attn-keys.html ...if someone likes. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft frea

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Issues

2019-05-22 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
ctions. It is easy and can help in few minutes. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ ___

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-05-13 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http:/

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-05-13 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
ime used by my daddy and I did not realized anything like that on this radio. I will try to verify all parts around the Q5 as you suggested. I will be happy for any other kind of hint or tips... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-05-11 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi Bert, Even I noticed that power jumps sometimes also down... not only up as shown on vid. It happends on band 1 - 40m in my case, band 2 - 20m seems ok. regards, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe:

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-05-10 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
am dissapointed as we thought to finish all work this evening successfuly. I have no idea what could be wrong as I replaced K1-3 relays on band module, checked all coils, caps, also diodes on RF board... :( Will be happy for any hints, Mni thanks in advance. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple &a

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-05-09 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/ma

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Issues

2019-05-06 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
if it helped please. 73 - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mai

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-05-06 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
to reworking them. Also we went thru voltage check on RF board and all seems ok according to alignment manual page. Finaly we re-checked all diodes for type and polarity as it is most common issue mentioned in troubleshooting manual pages. OK Next part - today evening... 73 - 73 - Petr, OK1RP

[Elecraft] [KX3] 60m band mod

2019-05-03 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi all, is there easy way how to modify KX3 for 60m band as same as it is possible on K3? Thanks for hints. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elec

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-04-23 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi Don, yes filter board is not inserted during these tests on page 45-46...(resistance and voltage tests) Thanks for hints, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- S

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-04-21 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Don and Bert, Thanks for inputs from both. All measurement was done without the filter board. Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] K1 manual revisions

2019-04-21 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
on D, Dec 1, 2000 by email. I got it from Don (many thanks Don!!) Thanks for help in advance. 73 Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecra

Re: [Elecraft] [K1] TX part sick

2019-04-17 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Don, many thanks. Manual is printed now. I am going to do it step by step accordingly during coming Easter holiday. I will report then after...:) 73 Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://

Re: [Elecraft] [K1] TX part sick

2019-04-16 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
thanks mate, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mai

Re: [Elecraft] K3 SignaLink & FT8 Question

2019-04-16 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi folks, can you split the threads? It has nothing to do with originally launched Hamradio/K1 TX part repairing thread please. Thanks, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com MeWe: https://bit.ly/2HGPoDx MeWe: https://bit.ly/2FmwvDt -- S

Re: [Elecraft] [K1] TX part sick

2019-04-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
ill see. MNI TNX, 73 Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecr

[Elecraft] [K1] TX part sick

2019-04-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
with that mistake? I would like to avoid another burns... Many thanks, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] BIZARRE OFFERING FROM MFJ

2019-04-08 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, it never occurred to me put anything non-E;ecraft to my fully loaded K3 radio. I smept damn much for my K3 so would it be stupid and risky to waste it by MFJ or even chinese crap. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://g

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

2019-03-18 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
PSU, just charging is OFF and they can stay inside peacefully. ...just me experience. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft W2 For Sale

2019-03-08 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Bill, it can not be... VHF sensor for W2 is 200W rated only. HF sensor rated 2000W is 1-54MHz per spec. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] K3- To zero beat or not to zero beat

2019-02-22 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/ma

Re: [Elecraft] To zero beat or not to zero beat

2019-02-22 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
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Re: [Elecraft] One of my most-used K3/K3S/KX3/KX2 features: Per-band quick memories

2019-02-07 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
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Re: [Elecraft] 160 unusual conditions.

2019-02-04 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
"Heard ZL4AS yesterday using FT8 between 0815 and 0825." ...so you did not heard him just your PC decoded it, right? Do not want to start disputation or III.war just teasing... hi. Good luck, Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogs

Re: [Elecraft] SS Amp

2019-01-17 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
ft KPA1500 Burst-2000A - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] SS Amp

2019-01-17 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
urst-2000A - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] Battery Low K3

2019-01-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, some people discussed in different threat which kind of manufacturer of CR2032 is recommended? I have long time great experiences with Renata > Made in Switzerland. No Chinese cell... Hope it helps, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blo

Re: [Elecraft] Battery Low K3

2019-01-14 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Ups, Bill you scarred me with leaking the cell inside of my K3...:) OK, OK, OK, I will check it tonite... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Battery Low K3

2019-01-14 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, finally it means that RTC lithium cell low voltage status is not alerted at all, right? So I should check it or better replace it after 11yrs, right? :) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/

Re: [Elecraft] whats a updated K3 called?

2019-01-11 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Brilliant Rich, I like it. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mai

Re: [Elecraft] whats a updated K3 called?

2019-01-11 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
...and one more think, the ATU bypass relay if I am right ;) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] For Sale: K1 Internal Battery Option KBT1

2019-01-08 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi Doug, emailed off-list already. Many thanks. Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] SWR - Numerical Indication

2018-11-30 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
to all. Best regards. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing l

Re: [Elecraft] Elec raft, will I ever own one ?

2018-11-16 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
will not make a mistake with that purchase and you will be amazed. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 booster

2018-11-08 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
13dB gain. In all cases thanks for hint. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ _

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 booster

2018-11-08 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
https://pileupdx.com/product/xpa125-100w-solid-state-linear-amplifier/ The big complain is the lack of fast and clean QSK... - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elec

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 booster

2018-11-06 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Jim, thanks for info. In fact I spurned the RM Italy for the same reason. Maybe the solution is here: http://www.jumaradio.com/juma-pa100/ ...but Juma has not the kit in stock for long time. Also the price is a bit above the budget. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak

[Elecraft] KX3 booster

2018-11-05 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
by relays (no QSK available on CW) and second complain lack of output band-pass filters bank. Is there someone who has an experiences with that small amp from RM Italy please? (I do not want to remove my KPA500 from the rack...) Any hints or tips are appreciated. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 2m external amplifier

2018-10-25 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Dear Tim where did you bought these 320Gs please? I am looking for them too but no luck here in EU. Thanks, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft 20th Anniversary

2018-10-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Congrats for your Safari 4 and Koala rigs in collection if you have them! SST should not be big problem to find some day... Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://e

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft 20th Anniversary

2018-10-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
who has "complete collection" on shelf? Happy birthday Elecraft and thanks for services! - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecr

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD3 for sale

2018-10-15 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi Bob, I would like to ask if it is latest KXPD3s include improved dot/dash paddle connection wires and if it is possible to ship to Czech please? many thanks, - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http:/

Re: [Elecraft] 1.5V recharchable AA cells for KX3?

2018-10-12 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi all, did anybody tested this pack? https://www.ebay.com/itm/LiFePO4-battery-12V-5AH-Amp-Hour-Built-In-BMS-Solar-Ham-Radio-portable-qrp-KX3/173447376885?hash=item286244eff5:m:m3FqI3Fy0n03e0psJI2JjBA:rk:14:pf:0 - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.

[Elecraft] 1.5V recharchable AA cells for KX3?

2018-10-10 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
. the only external charger should be used as same as LiPol... Thank for info. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

[Elecraft] KX3 receiver performance

2018-10-08 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
tter, hihi) - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] Kx2

2018-09-24 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi all, I am curious if someone compared the KX2 vs KX3 in terms of RX performance please? - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] K3 : Rack Mount Option?

2018-09-24 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Brian, thanks for info. I would like to kindly ask to send the brochure off-list to my email please. Thank you very much. Petr - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: http://elec

Re: [Elecraft] K3 : Rack Mount Option?

2018-09-21 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Hi, anything changed from 2007 already? :) I am looking for 19' rack mount option for KPA500, KAT500, W2 as same as PSU and antennas multi-switch etc... Thanks for info. - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+:

Re: [Elecraft] Conditions, shmonditions: DXing anyway

2018-09-21 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
" while the APF is on as it is already in KX3. Thanks for all of the nice CW features on your machines Wayne! ----- 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http://goo.gl/gP99xq -- Sent from: ht

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 SW ISSUE

2018-09-10 Thread Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS
Gerry, I tested it on Snow Leopard as same as on High Sierra with 10.16.6.25 KX3 Utility and it works as it should. Which kind of drivers are you using please? - 73 - Petr, OK1RP "Apple & Elecraft freak" B:http://ok1rp.blogspot.com G+:http://goo.gl/w3u2s9 G+: http:/

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