Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

Agree...  the adapter has a PTT input.  I was planning on making a "box", the adapter is easier.  and yes, VOX works and have used cheap headset/VOX and have used HC4 Heil headset/VOX too.  PTT has advantage of not TXing when you don't want... I tried the splitter cable (I may have gotten the

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

I’m sure that is a nice cable, but if you just want to plug a 1/8 inch mic plug into the KX3, an off-the-shelf $6 stereo to mono splitter will do the same job. I figured that out while drawing out the schematic for an adapter box. Details here:

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

They DO... http://www.dxstore.com/heil_acc.html   (or HRO has them too)... AD-1KX3 Adapter for Elecraft KX3, 1/8in TRRS$21.95 an adapter, anyway. 73, Steve WB3LGC On 4/23/20 5:55 PM, Nr4c wrote: If your Heil mic has a Dynamic element be sure and turn OFF the Bias. *I’d like to

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

If your Heil mic has a Dynamic element be sure and turn OFF the Bias. I’d like to see Heil market a headset with plugs for KX3/2 radios. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 23, 2020, at 2:43 PM, Carter Craigie wrote: > > Hi again, Jim! > > No joy, Jim, > > But many thanks for

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

Hello Carter, Every Heil headset that I know about has a mono microphone plug. If you plug it into the KX2 or KX3 mic jack, PTT will be activated unless you set MIC BTN to OFF - putting the radio into transmit. See the KX2 manual page 20 for SSB operation. For the KX2, VOX MD must be set

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

Thanks so much for the help setting up my KX2 to use VOX. Here are the the settings I finally settled on: VOX GN: 60 VOX MD: ON VOX DLY: 0.02 MIC BIAS: OFF MIC BTN: OFF I think had tried these settings before, but this last time they worked, and the VOX icon showed on my screen. Thanks

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

Hi again, Jim! No joy, Jim, But many thanks for your suggestions. I set the Mic BTN to Off, and set the Mic BTN to On. Perhaps some others may be able to help me. 73, Carter, N3AO Sent from my iPad > On Apr 23, 2020, at 2:12 PM, Jim Rhodes wrote: > >  > First thing is to turn the

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

For these kinds of questions, I download the manual, open it in Adobe Reader, and search it. You might be able to search it in your browser. SSB VOX setup is described on page 20 of the KX2 Owner’s Manual. https://elecraftcom.myshopify.com/pages/kx2-fully-portable-transceiver-manuals wunder

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

Thanks, Jim. I think I have tried turning the MIK BTN to Off, but I will try that again. Should doing that allow me to see “VOX” on my screen? Thanks for the help. Carter, N3AO Sent from my iPad > On Apr 23, 2020, at 2:12 PM, Jim Rhodes wrote: > >  > First thing is to turn the microphone

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

First thing is to turn the microphone buttons off. Am at work now. But it seems like the parameter comes up under "MIK BTTN" or something like that. You need to shut them all off, as well as the bias if not using an Icom/Heil Mike. Other choice is to buy or make a splitter and use a PTT switch.

[Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

Hi Fellow Elecrafters, For the life of me I just cannot figure out how to set up VOX on my KX2 and KX3. I cannot seem to get the VOX annunciation to show on my screen...at all. So I need help with this first. Next I need to know the Menu settings for using a Heil Headset. Are the settings the

Re: [Elecraft] VOX - DATA 14MHz only SOLVED

Hi all, Found the problem: I was in the wrong data mode. Vy 73 de OZ1CCM, Kjeld -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Kjeld Holm Sent: 1. marts 2020 11:13 To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] VOX - DATA

[Elecraft] VOX - DATA 14MHz only

Dear Elecrafters, I suddenly got a strange problem - I do not know how it started. Using DATA on 14MHz I can not turn on VOX. I get the message N/A (= Not available). No problem in any other mode and no problem any other band. Please help. To the best of my memory I have had the same

Re: [Elecraft] Vox per mode - data/voice K3

I quit holding my breath a long time ago.  Maybe if we buy K4s we'll get it. Wes On 10/6/2019 1:39 PM, TJ Campie wrote: Several posts on the reflector over the last few yeas regarding the ability to set VOX per-mode across Data and SSB voice. Is this still on the wish list and if so, what's

[Elecraft] Vox per mode - data/voice K3

Several posts on the reflector over the last few yeas regarding the ability to set VOX per-mode across Data and SSB voice. Is this still on the wish list and if so, what's keeping it from being implemented? There's a post from Wayne in 2009 saying it was on the list! Please make this a

Re: [Elecraft] VOX tripping each receive cycle on FT8

First, I'd have to ask why are you using VOX?   I find that CAT control is 100% reliable and is equally as fast or faster than VOX.   Just be sure the DLY control on the Signalink is set fully counterclockwise.    Likely your VOX level is too high and AntiVOX level is too low.    I'd opt for

Re: [Elecraft] VOX tripping each receive cycle on FT8

Is MAIN: MIC SEL set to LINE IN, and MAIN: MIC+LIN set to OFF? Dennis NJ6G On 10/11/2018 14:50, Paul Taenzer wrote: I'm having a peculiar problem that I wonder if others have had and resolved. I'm using a K3 and SignaLink USB interface and WSJT software running FT8 with the current version

[Elecraft] VOX tripping each receive cycle on FT8

I'm having a peculiar problem that I wonder if others have had and resolved. I'm using a K3 and SignaLink USB interface and WSJT software running FT8 with the current version of WSJT-X. The issue is that the VOX triggers momentarily at the beginning of each receive cycle. I'd be grateful for

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Sensitivity for K2

Ted, Which Heil Proset are you using? There are basicly two types - those with an electret mic element and those with a dynamic mic element. The Proset-K2 and the Proset-iC have electret mics while the others have the dynamic. Look at the pivot button for the microphone arm to see which

[Elecraft] VOX Sensitivity for K2

Is there a procedure for reducing the VOX sensitivity in the K2? I have found nothing in the Manual or in the Menu menu. I am using a Heil Proset. The VOX triggers when I let a pen drop on the desk . . . I believe I am using the recommended SSB settings - SSB-A at 2 and SSB-C at 3-1. Any

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

I've never used PTT, either by hand or with a foot switch in my station. The only time I've used a foot switch was at a multi-op in a SSB contest. VOX works very well for me for all modes, and I'm too poorly coordinated to use a foot switch -- it keeps moving away from my foot. :) 73, Jim

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

That may work, but why? The radio offers VOX on those modes, why shouldn't it be used. The radio should conform to the user's needs, not the other way around. I would like to see implemented, what I thought I was promised to me about a year ago, VOX gain remembered by mode. Wes N7WS On

[Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

These problems bother me too. With a sound card hooked up, for RTTY I don't see a need for FSK, and I don't want to deal with PTT, except for SSB where I don't like VOX. So: Please Elecraft, let VOX/PTT be remembered separately for DATA and SSB. And, yes, the macro capability suggested is really

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

Yes, I see now that VOX mode is remembered on CW, and separately on AFSK, SSB, AM, FM etc. The best alternative for now (short of Wayne adding VXn SET commands), is to avoid VOX mode except on CW. Configure digital software to generate PTT, and use a foot switch on phone. Most digital programs

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

Bill Exactly the problem I have. I would be happy with either a SET VXn command or the VOX state was mode dependent, SET VXn would be my preference. I am using 5.7 also and VOX is constant not mode dependent. Bob, if we are missing something in the config or menu settings that does make

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

I find I'm always in the same VOX setting for SSB and Data. I keep sending coughs out on SSB, or not transmitting in the data modes. It is the one remaining annoyance in switching between SSB and Data on my K3. On 3/11/17 at 3:07 PM, n...@arrl.net (Bob Wilson, N6TV) wrote: You may not need

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

On Sat, Mar 11, 2017 at 2:25 PM, David Box wrote: > Issue is that there is no conditional statement in the macro language so > being able to read the vox state does not help with macros. > Yes, some things like unconditionally turning VOX ON or OFF are impossible to do in

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

The VX; command (GET only) will return the current state (VOX ON or OFF = PTT). *Note:* there is an error in the documentation in the K3 Programmer's Reference , which says: "RSP format: VXn; where n is 0 (VOX on) or 1 (VOX off)."

[Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

At one point in the macro command reference there was a statement that VOX/PTT selection would be available through a direct macro command. Currently all I am able to make work is the SWT or SWH type command which is basically of no use since there is no way to know what the current mode is.

Re: [Elecraft] VOX SETTING FOR UPGRADED K-3

Setting up VOX/AntiVOX levels in my K3S is much fussier than my K3. In spite of the protestations of the pro audio guy, IMHO, VOX settings should be independent of mic gain settings. I realize this isn't the case for either radio, but the K3 is simply easier to setup. Likewise setting audio

[Elecraft] VOX SETTING FOR UPGRADED K-3

I have upgraded my K-3 with all available new K3s updates and I just received it back from Elecraft (check up and align). There is a great improvement in performance but I now notice that when I set up my Heil Proset (ic) headset for Vox use, I must run the anti-vox a lot higher than I used

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

TNX guys, you were very helpful 73 Robert, S57AW On Sun, Dec 20, 2015 at 12:40 AM, Brian Hunt wrote: > I do pretty much what you want to do: use N1MM+ and paddle/external keyer. > > I have: paddle connected directly to the K3; QSK selected; VOX selected; > PTT/KEY set

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

delay works at any speed. Dave Hachadorian, K6LL Yuma, AZ -Original Message- From: Robert Bajuk Sent: Saturday, December 19, 2015 5:28 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3 Hi, Simple question... Is there a way to avoid VOX delay on CW mode

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

I do pretty much what you want to do: use N1MM+ and paddle/external keyer. I have: paddle connected directly to the K3; QSK selected; VOX selected; PTT/KEY set to off/dtr; and N1MM+ keying through the serial port dtr line. It gives full QSK to hear other stations between characters. 73,

[Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

Hi, Simple question... Is there a way to avoid VOX delay on CW mode when PTT is used? To be more concrete: - CW and PTT signal are sent to K3 with N1MM directly from serial port (no external keyer) - external electronic keyer is connected to K3 - VOX is enabled If I want CW keyer to work

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

Hi Robert, If you are using VOX there should be no difference in the delay between using your paddle and using your PC. It sounds like N1MM is still sending a PTT command over the serial link. You can prove this by changing CONFIG:PTT-KEY to OFF-OFF on your K3. 73, Mike K2MK s57aw wrote > Hi,

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

Once you have enabled VOX, you are stuck with whatever delay it imposes. In effect, the VOX and PTT functions are in a logical OR relationship - if either one of them wants the rig to be in transmit, it will be in transmit. In your current setup you could disable computer PTT control entirely

Re: [Elecraft] VOX SET Command?

Hi Randy, doesn't the KX3 store VOX status per mode anyway? Never tried myself with DATA but know for sure it does for CW, i.e. CW has VOX on while SSB has not and keeps it like this when switching between modes. That would make a command obsolete. ;-) 73, Olli - DH8BQA Contest, DX radio

Re: [Elecraft] VOX SET Command?

Randy, Sorry, I saw your string of macros and completely glazed over the first question. Try this: “SWH29; This is on page 29 of the Elecraft K3 and KX3 Programmer’s Reference, Rev. E11, Oct 24, 2013. I just tried it on my KX3 and it only *toggles* VOX between on and off. You’d have to put

Re: [Elecraft] VOX SET Command?

Joel, Perfect! I found I must put the command at the end of the string on my Digital PF and it must be first in the voice one. That latter because if it is at the end, the KX3 goes into a state where the VOX trips and clicks repeatedly until you kill power to the rig. Easy fix. I was looking

[Elecraft] VOX SET Command?

Good evening, night, day, etc. I have been working hard on getting my KX3 programmed to switch between voice and digital modes using a string of commands assigned to PF1 and PF2. I have them working perfectly except for setting VOX to ON for data modes. In the programmer's manual from

Re: [Elecraft] VOX SET Command?

Hi Joel, I will look into doing just that. Still looking for an answer about VOX SET and if the command exists yet. Freeing up PF2 for the setup I use on SOTA would be a real bonus-I use a Heil Headset and usually have to manually set that up on the mountain. 73 K5RHD /randy On Fri, Nov 28,

Re: [Elecraft] VOX SET Command?

Hello Bill, A toggle should be easy at least in terms of programming. A set command with a 0 or 1 would be all it would take. The programmer's manual I have states one will be made available in the future. My question was if we were 'there yet' and does anyone know the syntax if it had. 73

[Elecraft] VOX Delay with CW in SSB

It appears that in CW in SSB mode, the VOX delay is not in use, only full break in. Keying the microphone overrides the CW in SSB, which makes sense. Have I missed something? I want to use CW in SSB with VHF transverters, whose relays don't work so well with full break in. 73 - Jim

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Delay with CW in SSB

Is this a K3 or KX3? On the KX3, the CW delay set in CW mode is used when sending CW in SSB. On the K3, I forget ... I usually use a foot switch to key the transverters c, On Sat, 14 Sep 2013, jimk...@aol.com wrote: It appears that in CW in SSB mode, the VOX delay is not in use,

[Elecraft] Vox Settings

Does anyone have some suggested starting VOX settings for a newbie K3 owner? I used it for the first time tonight. Got great audio report. I'm using it with a boom mounted Heil GM-4. I'll probably have to move the boom mount off the desk where it can't pick up the vibration of something moving

Re: [Elecraft] Vox Settings

, 2013 7:41 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Vox Settings Does anyone have some suggested starting VOX settings for a newbie K3 owner? I used it for the first time tonight. Got great audio report. I'm using it with a boom mounted Heil GM-4. I'll probably have to move the boom mount off the desk where

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on the K3

I only use VOX on the K3. Set correctly (using the noise gate), even with my amp's fan running just feet away, I have no issues with false triggering, or clipped syllables. I use a headset when I want to put my feet up and sit back, or a Heil Gold line mike on a boom with a shock mount. It is

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on the K3

Thanks for all the positive comments on the K3 VOX. I have a Goldline mic and am just waiting for the boom to arrive so I can set it up. Contesting is my thing and I was hoping that VOX would allow hands free without having to use a foot switch. 73, Ron, K5HM k5hm@gmail.com

[Elecraft] VOX on the K3

My new K3 has VOX capability of course. I haven't used VOX since the fifties when SSB first came out. Back then it was fairly annoying since it usually clipped the first syllable short when you started to speak. Just wondering if anyone is using it regularly. Is it better than PTT or a foot

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on the K3

It's ease to decide for yourself. Push and hold the TEST button. Listen to yourself using MON. Play with the various VOX settings like GAIN and DELAY. 73, Hank, W6SX On Wed, Feb 20, 2013 at 8:29 AM, K5HM k5hm@gmail.com wrote: My new K3 has VOX capability of course. I haven't used VOX

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on the K3

* On 2013 20 Feb 10:32 -0600, K5HM wrote: My new K3 has VOX capability of course. I haven't used VOX since the fifties when SSB first came out. Back then it was fairly annoying since it usually clipped the first syllable short when you started to speak. The K3 besides offering VOX Gain

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on the K3

On 2/20/2013 8:29 AM, K5HM wrote: Just wondering if anyone is using it regularly. I'm a pretty active contester, and I've always used VOX for SSB and all digital modes, including RTTY. Works fine. I use a Yamaha CM500, carefully placing the mic a bit above and to the side of my mouth to

[Elecraft] VOX question

This is a temporary problem until I get FSK (PTT) RTTY wired up. In order to get a shot at the ZL9 on RTTY, I set up my K3 to use AFSK and am using two stereo cables and VOX. That works fine. It has introduced a side effect I discovered this AM. ON SSB, if I key the mic and call

[Elecraft] VOX question - Found it

This is a temporary problem until I get FSK (PTT) RTTY wired up. In order to get a shot at the ZL9 on RTTY, I set up my K3 to use AFSK and am using two stereo cables and VOX. That works fine. It has introduced a side effect I discovered this AM. ON SSB, if I key the mic and call

[Elecraft] Vox Trouble

Ok, thanks to all your help, I got the mic working on the back hooked to a wireless mic setup. Now I need help with the VOX. I have the VOX set ok but I need more of a delay in between words. It cuts out too fast. I would like a longer delay of transmit in between words. I am almost there with

[Elecraft] VOX Delay Working Now. Thanks

I just want to thank everyone who responded back to me. I got the VOX delay to work. I made a contact to England with my 900 mhz headphones and 170 mhz chip on the shirt mic. They couldn't tell I was walking around the house. Thanks for the help. You guys are great! -- View this message in

[Elecraft] VOX behaviour changed with new firmware?

As almost 'CW only' operator I experience that sometimes after some switch combinations or switching on the K3, I have no output due to the VOX not being activated. After pressing VOX once this is solved. I did not have this behaviour with earlier firmware versions. Are there others who have

Re: [Elecraft] VOX behaviour changed with new firmware?

In more recent firmware there is an option to default the VOX on CW to OFF. This avoids those embarrassing moments when you turn the rig on and lean across the bench pressing the paddles and transmit by accident. Unfortunately, the same is not true if you enable CW in SSB... Even if VOX is OFF the

Re: [Elecraft] VOX behaviour changed with new firmware?

To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, October 10, 2009 9:46 AM Subject: [Elecraft] VOX behaviour changed with new firmware? As almost 'CW only' operator I experience that sometimes after some switch combinations or switching on the K3, I have no output due to the VOX not being activated. After

[Elecraft] VOX

On Sat, 26 Sep 2009 13:41:09 -0600, Bill W5WVO wrote: I have always used VOX for WSJT keying I have always used VOX for both SSB and data modes, even when doing serious contesting. Works GREAT, simplifies control circuitry. Not a cough in a carload. The K3 has a particularly good VOX system.

[Elecraft] VOX

I put my K3 on SSB today. I have a Heil headset (with ragchew element) plugged into the KIO3 stereo phone output and mono mic input. I have selected rear panel mic input, low gain. I am getting five divisions on the CMP display with mic gain at 17 and getting reports of good audio and close to

Re: [Elecraft] VOX

With the Heil HC4 and HC5 elements (you apparently have an HC5, as do I), you must set the AF GAIN to HI. This should help. Bill W5WVO William Carver wrote: I put my K3 on SSB today. I have a Heil headset (with ragchew element) plugged into the KIO3 stereo phone output and mono mic input. I

[Elecraft] Vox delay

My K3 new and I've been using CW until now. It appears that the vox delay must be set the same for CW and SSB. Am I missing something? Is there some way to set it very short for CW and longer for SSB? Probably missed something in the manual. TIA Jim, W5ODD

[Elecraft] Vox and PSK31

Everyone, There is a definite downside using VOX to control your rig when using computer sound card digital commumication software. To discover this downside just monitor 14,070 for a period of time while the band is open. You will hear many of the Windows sound chimes or warnings. It is too

RE: [Elecraft] Vox and PSK31

] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Robertson Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 8:28 AM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] Vox and PSK31 Everyone, There is a definite downside using VOX to control your rig when using computer sound card digital commumication software. To discover

Re: [Elecraft] Vox and PSK31

Simplier solution. Costs nothing Go to SOUND in the Windows configuration. Create a file with all sounds turned off. Save it. Use it when operating PSK. You might like the silence so much, you'll use this file all the time. Personally, I really dislike any sound intrusions from Windows

RE: [Elecraft] Vox and PSK31

] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brian Alsop Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 11:17 AM To: 'Elecraft' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Vox and PSK31 Simplier solution. Costs nothing Go to SOUND in the Windows configuration. Create a file with all sounds turned off. Save it. Use it when operating

[Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

Before this latest firmware release, I would have said that the K3's VOX is the smoothest and finest I've ever used. But now, even with the sensitivity at 100 (max), I cannot get it to hold in without speaking rather loudly. Has anyone else noticed this? The antivox setting has no effect. --

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

I noticed the same thing that I have to speak louder or set the gain up higher for the VOX since the last upgrade. Lee - K0WA Sure hate to complain In our day and age it seems that Common Sense is in short supply. If you don't have any Common Sense - get some Common Sense and use it. If

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

I have just tried the VOX, and I have noticed it as well. I turned the VOX gain up to 100 and it did then in fact TX, but I too had to speak quite loudly to get it to hold. I very rarely use VOX, so it would have been quite some to most likely before I would have noticed that. I am sure this will

RE: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

, Tony -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lee Buller Sent: Monday, May 05, 2008 4:58 PM To: KM0O; Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware I noticed the same thing that I have to speak louder or set

[Elecraft] VOX Sensitivity With V1.88 Firmware

I also have noticed that VOX gain needs to be increased to hold in. I hope that will be addressed in a future firmware upgrade. Roy Morris W4WFB K3 #323 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

Subject: RE: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware I too noticed a large change in setting up TX power control with the new firmware. Now am running mic at 15, cmp at 5 and vox gain at 70 in order to have smooth operation. txg vce is now .5dB

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

YES, I had not tried it since the update yesterday, but I find it very hard to trip the VOX now with Anti-Vox at zero and the Vox gain set WAY high, and it does not want to stay in. What happened to the Vox Wayne and gang? Stan Rife W5EWA Houston, TX K2 SN 4216 K3 SN 0690 KM0O wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

What happened to the Vox Wayne and gang? The balance between MIC GAIN needed for good Tx operation and the amount needed for VOX was upset a bit. New code is in test as I write this that works with reasonable settings using all the mics I have here (MH2, cheap electret, Kenwood MC43S,

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

Thanks Lyle. A previous setting of 8 to 10 now takes a setting of 60 to get reasonable operation...and that is without any Anti Vox. Stan Rife W5EWA Houston, TX Lyle Johnson wrote: What happened to the Vox Wayne and gang? The balance between MIC GAIN needed for good Tx operation and

Re: [Elecraft] VOX sensitivity problem with new firmware

KM0O wrote: Before this latest firmware release, I would have said that the K3's VOX is the smoothest and finest I've ever used. But now, even with the sensitivity at 100 (max), I cannot get it to hold in without speaking rather loudly. Has anyone else noticed this? The antivox setting

[Elecraft] Vox Defaulted to On at Turn On, Why?

K2 VOX Defaults To ON at Turn ON --- Why ?? I was very disappointed to find that the K2 Vox/CW PTT defaults to the ON state at Turn ON. With Vox Turned On, when you turn the rig on, it can very easily start pumping out full power you instant you turn the rig On. By that I mean if

RE: [Elecraft] Vox Defaulted to On at Turn On, Why?

Frank, I set VOX to ON (blinking 'L' or 'U'), waited at least a minute, then cycled power, and the K2 came up in PTT (no blink). I have what I believe is the latest firmware in the K2 and the KSB2. BUT WAIT - after I re-read your info, it seems you are referring to the CW mode - that is the

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Lockup

Stewart and Don and anyone else - I've gotten back to trying to fix my VOX. It seems that with any microphone the VOX wants to key the radio until shut off. Sometimes right away, sometimes after a bit. Disconnecting the microphone doesn't help. PTT works fine. I have followed Don's advice

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Lockup

John, Please re-measure the voltagesBETWEEN pins 2 and 3 on U4. If it is still 3.1v then you have really got problems, and the VOX should not work at all. 73 Stewart G3RXQ On Sat, 7 Jan 2006 09:40:29 -0500, John Huffman wrote: I followed Stewart's advice and measured the voltage between pins

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Lockup

Stewart - Remeasured. Between pins 2 and 3 I get 3.6v. But, if I press and release the PTT, it goes to .8v. It remains at .8v regardless of SSBA setting. 73 de NA8M John Please re-measure the voltagesBETWEEN pins 2 and 3 on U4. ___ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Lockup

John, If you are on PTT and have the PTT pressed then the voltage on U4 pin 3 will be 0.6v. If the voltage on U2 pin 2 is around 2.2v then when VOX operation is selected then PIC U1 measures this voltage from the COMP OUT signal on U1 pin 3 and commands the DAC U2 to output a similar

[Elecraft] VOX Lockup

I'm using a new microphone with my K2/100. It's a desk mike (Ten Tec 706) and I'm using the VOX a lot more than in the past. Had a strange thing happen last night. The band was 75 meters and I had the attenuator on and the RF gain backed off by about 75%. The VOX worked fine during my net

RE: [Elecraft] VOX Lockup

John, The lockup condition might have been from some errant path created by a firmware glitch - in which case, it will not likely happen again. But it may be prudent to arbitrarily re-seat the socketed firmware chips (following proper anti-static procedures). If it should repeat itself, I would

Re: [Elecraft] VOX Lockup

Hi John, I had a similar problem a while back, where, after a time when triggered the VOX would stay on. I finally traced the problem to a defective DAC IC (U2 MAX522). This supplies a threshold voltage to comparator U4. I found that the voltage out of U2 pin 5 was drifting with temperature.

Re: [Elecraft] VOX clicks with Yaesu MD-100 microphone

On Mon, 30 Aug 2004 13:44:02 -0400, Don Wilhelm wrote: Stewart, If I understood the root cause of your 'problem' correctly, that is a good indicator that you have created a very sensitive VOX. In that case, it may even my work with my normal voice - I will be looking forward to trying it

RE: [Elecraft] VOX clicks with Yaesu MD-100 microphone

info has bone out via the reflector only my mailbox cleanup has conveniently deleted everything over a couple of days old. Regards, Paul. -Original Message- From: Stewart Baker [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 31 August 2004 08:31 To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] VOX clicks

[Elecraft] VOX clicks with Yaesu MD-100 microphone

Here's a good one... While testing the latest version of my Anti-VOX board I got reports saying that my SSB signal was clickyon VOX. I thought the worst... After much investigation it turned out to be nothing to do with my board, or the K2 for that matter. Some Engineer decided when he

[Elecraft] VOX

I've never used VOX on the K2 or any other radio for that matter. Only enough to convince me that I truly dislike it! Doug W6JD ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info