Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-07 Thread Brendon Whateley
a roofing filter. Does this > make any sense? > > 73, Matt VK2RQ > > _ > From: Brendon Whateley <bren...@whateley.com> > Sent: Saturday, October 8, 2016 3:00 am > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)! > To: Matt Mag

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-07 Thread Matt Maguire
nulling calibration for each band when you add a roofing filter. Does this make any sense? 73, Matt VK2RQ _ From: Brendon Whateley <bren...@whateley.com> Sent: Saturday, October 8, 2016 3:00 am Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)! To

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-07 Thread Oliver Dröse
Brendon, it is per band and it makes a real difference! 73, Olli Contest, DX & radio projects: http://www.dh8bqa.de Am 07.10.2016 um 17:59 schrieb Brendon Whateley: Given my understanding of the roofing filter design in the KX3, I don't think there is any per-band adjustments to make. IIRC,

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-07 Thread Brendon Whateley
Given my understanding of the roofing filter design in the KX3, I don't think there is any per-band adjustments to make. IIRC, the filter is an analog low-pass filter that operates after the direct down-conversion. If I'm wrong, then please set me straight. Especially because I'm considering

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-07 Thread Matt Maguire
Does the factory do a full per-band calibration, or do they just calibrate on 20m and extrapolate? If the latter I'd suggest to do the full per-band calibration yourself even for a factory-fitted roofing filter, as it does make a difference (obviously back up your config first so you can

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread j...@kk9a.com
My mistake, I was thinking of the K3S transceiver. John KK9A Sent from my Smartphone. On Thu, Oct 6, 2016 at 4:19 PM, Bob wrote: > It is in the roofing filter manual, here: > > http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740165%20Elecraft%20KXFL3% > 20Option%20Rev%20A3%20-%20ECO%2001985.pdf

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Bob
It is in the roofing filter manual, here: http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740165%20Elecraft%20KXFL3%20Option%20Rev%20A3%20-%20ECO%2001985.pdf 73, Bob K2TK On 10/6/2016 3:57 PM, j...@kk9a.com wrote: What is the roofing filter calibration process? I do not recall seeing anything other than

[Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread j...@kk9a.com
What is the roofing filter calibration process? I do not recall seeing anything other than offset and gain settings in the manual. John KK9A From: Bob K2TK I'd look at and consider moving the roofing filters up on the priority list because of the calibration required. 73, Bob K2TK

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Ray Sills
Also, IF you order the roofing filter for the KX3…. even with a kit purchase…. the factory will calibrate it for you, so all you need do is install the little board. They have a test jig, so that the filter will be tested with YOUR particular main board. Best of both worlds… save some money,

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Mel Farrer via Elecraft
From: Bob <k...@ptd.net> To: Walter Underwood <wun...@wunderwood.org>; "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Thursday, October 6, 2016 10:43 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)! I agree with Don on looking at the pu

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Bob
I agree with Don on looking at the purchase sequencing. I'd look at and consider moving the roofing filters up on the priority list because of the calibration required. Per the manual page 1 if purchased even as a kit the furnished roofing filter accessory is then furnished calibrated. So

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Walter Underwood
The roofing filters require some calibration. If they are factory-installed, Elecraft does that for you. All the other options are exactly the same whether factory-installed or user-installed. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On Oct 6, 2016, at

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Don Wilhelm
Brian, The answer is YES, you can add any of those options later. Review your operating aspirations to determine which options will provide the most benefit for you, and in what timeframe. If you have resonant antennas at the home station (or are willing to use a manual tuner initially), then

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Matt Zilmer
Hi Brian, Given your initial intent (KX3/KXPA100), later installation of any option module for either unit is quite easy to do and all are well-documented in installation instructions. The KX3 is designed as a modular "package" and a lot of design intent went towards adding on as the user

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-10-06 Thread Brian “VE3BWP” Pietrzyk
Further to my earlier post I've decided to move forward and go with the KX3/KXPA100 combo to replace my ft817 AND my Kenwood TS590. The ft817 has already found its new home and my TS590 will soon be next. Again, it will be nice to just have one radio for base and QRP on trips. I priced out

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-13 Thread Edward R Cole
I initially bought a K3/10 (10w version) in 2010, which I really like and is the prime radio used for eme with transverters. But I originally had both a FT-847 (very good for VHF & UHF, but lousy on HF) and a FT-817 (bought primarily to use portable on 144 with my mw equipment but also got

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-12 Thread Kevin - K4VD
> -- Original Message -- > From: "Brian ve3bwp Pietrzyk" <ve3...@gmail.com> > To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net > Sent: 9/12/2016 3:39:11 PM > Subject: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)! > > Hello All, >> >> Not an Elecraft owner yet but making

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-12 Thread Mike Watterson (K3MAW)
Brian, In August of 2015 I sold all my HF radios to buy a used KX3 with the 100w amp, I never regretted the decision. I did buy the internal tuner and installed it myself and will soon get the 2 meter add-on. Barry (K3NDM) mention Win4k3 and CWSkimmer, which I use as well along with HRD Logger

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-12 Thread Don Wilhelm
Brian, I suspect you will *gain* performance with the Elecraft gear. Especially if you equate performance with being able to copy weaker signals and the ability to "saddle up" closer to other stations when working in a pileup. Another thing to consider with Elecraft is "upgradability".

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-12 Thread Barry
gt; To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 9/12/2016 3:39:11 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)! Hello All, Not an Elecraft owner yet but making plans to be one soon. I’m just starting the research. A close friend is all Elecraft and I'm impressed. Even meeting the company owners and des

Re: [Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-12 Thread Phil Wheeler
Re "Is it safe to assume I won't be loosing any performance by making this chance and even gain some?": If you mean the KX2 or KX3 vs. the FT-817 you should have better HF performance by far. And you can opt for an internal ATU in either rig, a huge plus in my mind, Brian. What you lose is

[Elecraft] Soon to be an Elecraft(er)!

2016-09-12 Thread Brian ve3bwp Pietrzyk
Hello All, Not an Elecraft owner yet but making plans to be one soon. I’m just starting the research. A close friend is all Elecraft and I'm impressed. Even meeting the company owners and designers at Dayton has me sold on them. My QRP rig today is an FT817 which I love (I have been known