Re: [Elecraft] KX3 finally on order

2012-10-09 Thread orthodoxhome
Along the same lines..., this is what I bought for primary containment of this hot radioactive device. http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Plano_Guide_Guide_Series_Waterproof_Case_1460/descpage-PL1460.html I wrap the KX3 in bubblewrap and place it somewhat diagonally in the box with the

Re: [Elecraft] more Bass in K3 with PR-40

2012-06-20 Thread orthodoxhome
Someone should tell the guys on 3.885 using hollow state technology such as kingpin AM dude KC8ZUL See the following starting at 8:06 minutes in http://youtu.be/eEuNUE9hnM0 Be sure to catch the glow at 20:25 Tony Estep estept...@gmail.com wrote: On Wed, Jun 20, 2012 at 8:39 AM, nr4c

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Order

2012-05-08 Thread orthodoxhome
In anticipation of delivery off my KX3, I placed an order with All-Spec for a new #1 Phillips screwdriver - part of a Wiha 8-piece ESD set that I had not seen before - at a bargain price compared to the usual 7-piece set (which I use at work). That was February 15. Today I received shipping

Re: [Elecraft] Yamaha CM500 Headset

2012-02-16 Thread orthodoxhome
k...@baymoon.com wrote: sound is better, and the mic works much better. I have played with my newly acquired CM500 using the test server on Echolink, and heard a definite background noise - which I think was from the server. I tried biasing the mic (with the enclosed AAA device), and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Hi-power Transmit limiting

2012-02-14 Thread orthodoxhome
Keith ke...@elecraft.com wrote: One would initially think of a power supply problem, I found out an Astron RS-20 is insufficient. That is good information to know! Thanks. Exactly the sort of info I was seeking when I reiterated someone else's questions about power supplies. Is the