Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

* On 2021 18 Dec 23:09 -0600, David Hachadorian wrote: > After exchanging emails with N4ZR, who started this thread, we think this is > the easiest procedure: > > Tune the rig to 10.000 MHz in CW mode.  Listen to the tone of the WWV > carrier, which should be close to your CW PITCH setting. >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

on for at least 1/2 hour to allow things to stabilize. 73 Bob, K4TAX Message: 4 Date: Thu, 16 Dec 2021 18:46:59 -0500 From: Don Wilhelm To: Pete Smith N4ZR, Elecraft List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration Message-ID:<81d4d693-6cd1-f11b-30b7-d4523ce74...@w3fpr.com> Content-Type

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

 Not sure why nobody has mentioned using WSJT in frequency calibration mode. It’s the bottom selection in the Mode menu. Shows your offset in Hz to about 5 decimal places. Just pick from the list of standard freqs and away it goes. Then adjust the K3 ref frequency to walk it in. There are

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

I find that trying to match two beat notes when I can only hear one at a time to be hard, best I can do is maybe 10 - 15 Hz Hz depending on the frequency. FWIW:  The Burdick Calibration Method [BCM] for the K3 is actually much easier to perform than has been suggested in this thread,it is

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2021 3:24 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration What are you using it for? Wes  N7WS On 12/16/2021 3:18 PM, John Stengrevics wrote: > Hi Pete, > > The WWV method worked for me until it didn’t. On the advice of one

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

You had it fixed, but then you broke it again. After doing the alternative method on page 49, when you tune in to 10. MHz in CW mode, you should hear a CW note at the same frequency as your PITCH selection.  I presume that is 400 Hz. I got an extremely good score on last year's Frequency

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

Pete, When using WWV to set the K3 reference, make certain you are listening to the carrier.  WWV is an AM signal that is modulated by a 500 or 600 Hz tone on alternate minutes (440 Hz 2 minutes after the hour).  That produces tones that are both above and below the carrier. So be certain you

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

What are you using it for? Wes  N7WS On 12/16/2021 3:18 PM, John Stengrevics wrote: Hi Pete, The WWV method worked for me until it didn’t. On the advice of one of the K3 gurus, I am now using a Leo Bodnar frequency source. Works great. 73, John WA1EAZ On Dec 16, 2021, at 4:34 PM, Pete

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Frequency Calibration

Hi Pete, The WWV method worked for me until it didn’t. On the advice of one of the K3 gurus, I am now using a Leo Bodnar frequency source. Works great. 73, John WA1EAZ > On Dec 16, 2021, at 4:34 PM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote: > > I've been wondering for some time if my 10-year-old K3's

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

For me, the best noise blanker was on my old Drake R4C.  That thing worked GREAT! Bob, WG9L On 12/15/2021 1:14 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: I find both the NB and NR on my K3 to be moderately underwhelming, not sure why.  Ignition noise used to predominate in urban and suburban areas and blankers

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I agree. I once suggested to Wayne that Elecraft charge something for feature upgrades after a certain point in order to provide a revenue stream to justify them. I received a chewing out unmatched since I got caught driving a jeep without a helmet. This is not part of the Elecraft philosophy. As

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I have contested from several locations with noise issues and I have also not been able to find a NB/NR setting on my K3S that offers any improvement. John KK9A David Hachadorian k6ll wrote: For 12 years I've tried to get any enhancement of s/n from the K3 IF/RF NB and NR. I haven't seen

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

On the K3 I use AFX BIN mode (stereo speakers) which really cuts the background noise to my perception. Whatever other NR the K4 will have I hope there is an AFX binaural mode also. 73, Drew AF2Z On 12/15/21 15:11, Nate Bargmann wrote: * On 2021 15 Dec 10:03 -0600, Ray wrote: I am Not a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

* On 2021 15 Dec 10:03 -0600, Ray wrote: > I am Not a big fan of the K3 Noise reduction ! > NB work OK, but NR is Poor! Sadly, I must agree and this is probably the most glaring deficiency in an otherwise stellar radio. Fortunately, where I live now I am able to control the noise for the most

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

On 12/15/2021 10:52 AM, David Gilbert wrote: I applaud the persistence it must have taken you to come up with that procedure, but it's actually kind of amusing to think about repeatedly doing all of that during a contest. If you know what you're doing, it can be done in a minute or two. I

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I find both the NB and NR on my K3 to be moderately underwhelming, not sure why.  Ignition noise used to predominate in urban and suburban areas and blankers like the one in the 75A4 were very effective.  I don't know what Detroit did, but I haven't heard ignition noise in years.  A general

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

server at <http://beta.reversebeacon.net>. For spots, please use your favorite "retail" DX cluster. -- Message: 16 Date: Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:55:25 -0800 From: Dave To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction Message-ID: Co

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

Anybody know if they are less useless on the K4? 73, Dave   AB7E On 12/15/2021 8:05 AM, David Hachadorian wrote: For 12 years I've tried to get any enhancement of s/n from the K3 IF/RF NB and NR.  I haven't seen one case where there is any improvement under contest conditions.  When the s/n

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

Lots of good advice here. A major problem with the K3 NB is the way it is described on screen and in the manual. There are two blankers, one ahead of the crystal roofing filters, one after them. Each has multiple tweaks. In contest conditions, I've found good noise reduction from using the one

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I have a similar issue with what is possibly the filthiest wall-wart in the country. Unfortunately, our equivalent of the FCC failed miserably to do anything to get it stopped, despite my offer to simply buy a new one and the dear lady who owns it wouldn’t let anyone in to check. I am now

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I am Not a big fan of the K3 Noise reduction ! NB work OK, but NR is Poor! That’s My 2 Cents worth. Ray WA6VAB From: Alan Higbie Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 7:46 AM To: David Hachadorian Cc: Reflector Elecraft Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction I too was skeptical about finding

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

The problem of all signals distorted can be cleared up by adjustment. I don't know which blanker you are using (RF or DSP), but try reducing the blanker level until signals sound normal. Then strong noise pulses will still be supressed. The RF blanker also has three choices of pulse width in

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I too was skeptical about finding ANY improvement to s/n ratio under contest conditions. A couple of years ago, I was confronted with some S-7 broadband digital-like RFI while using my K3 in an extremely urban environment. But, using BOTH NB and NR and fiddling with settings eventually allowed

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I had the same issue with my K3s. Now that I have an FTdx101D, no more problems with noise. 73 Carl Yaffey K8NU 614 268 6353, Columbus OH http://www.carl-yaffey.com http://www.bluesswing.com http://www.timbrewolvesband.com http://www.folkramblers.carl-yaffey.com Http://www.clintonvillegrass.com

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

For 12 years I've tried to get any enhancement of s/n from the K3 IF/RF NB and NR.  I haven't seen one case where there is any improvement under contest conditions.  When the s/n just starts to improve, the desired signal is modulated and degraded by nearby signals to the point where reception

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Noise Reduction

I have that same issue... I have some very dirty grow lights about two blocks from me. They are dirty as they come... Splattering across 80-20 meters. The K3 has never been able to adequately clean up the crud from them. In defense of the NB/NR on the K3, the signals are on the order of S7

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3s protection diodes

On 12/13/2021 4:09 PM, Michael Carter wrote: Mike, I searched the Elecraft Support pages for mods on the K3 and K3s, but found nothing about "protection diodes" for the LPA (low power amplifier module). I did a search of the archives on the official reflector and again found only your mention

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S options and upgrades

Rich, I wrote to Elecraft in late October 2021 to inquire about the status of options and upgrades. I don't think Madelyn reviews the many emails on the official reflector, but she kindly answered my query via direct email. As of early November, the estimate is 4-6 months for most K3/K3S

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3s protection diodes

Mike, I searched the Elecraft Support pages for mods on the K3 and K3s, but found nothing about "protection diodes" for the LPA (low power amplifier module). I did a search of the archives on the official reflector and again found only your mention of "protection diodes" for the LPA. I have not

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S options and upgrades

Madelyn, can you check on the Status ofMy K3 upgrades? Thank you.RichKQ9L Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone On Tuesday, July 27, 2021, 11:35 AM, Madelyn Gomez wrote: Good morning. This is a notification that the K3/K3S options and upgrades page will be CLOSED as of 5:00 pm PDT today, July

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ATU Problem

HI, After a bit of button pressing I have noticed the following: When doing a first tune using the internal ATU the tuning power is a set 5W. Immediately doing an extended tune the tuning power toggles to 10W. It does indeed flash up in the VFO B window whilst tuning is in progress. This is

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ATU Problem

On my K3, (Tech Mode on, just for clarity): Config | TUN PWR  is set at 10.0 watts.  If I want it set at another level, I turn the main VFO knob to set that level. I just tested that into a dummy load after setting the output per above to 9 watts and got 9 watts out (since reset to my

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

Tom, I'm going to go out on a limb here, but hey, it's only a virtual limb! I am going to withdraw my previous statement that the K3 SWR bridge is operating correctly. Given what you've said, the ATU control algorithm is receiving bad information from the SWR bridge. Here's how to test this

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

The KAT3, KAT500, KPA1500 tuners, all have the same feature.  I have all three. If you want a finer (lower SWR) value, within a few seconds of the first tuning cycle stopping, start the sequence a second time and the tuner will cycle through ALL possible settings to attempt a lower match.  It

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

Aye, Tom - you've given us a good puzzle to solve! Back to looking at the schematics, possibly opening up my K3 to do direct visual inspection. What, if any, options do you have installed in your K3 (including KPA3 100 watt PA)? 73, Mike, K8CN

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

The KAT500 will enter a fine-tune mode if you re-initiate a tune cycle right after the first one has finished.  I don't know if the KAT3 will do that, and I can't test it because mine always finds the primary match the first time, but Elecraft would have a lot of incentive to reuse KAT3

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

Sounds like you are in need of a choke somewhere or a grounding issue. David G3UNA > On 07 December 2021 at 13:26 Tom Boucher wrote: > > Tom > > I've found that pressing tune again, immediately after a tune sequence > sets it off to do "fine tuning" which might help. > > David

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

*TomI've found that pressing tune again, immediately after a tune sequence sets it off to do "fine tuning" which might help.David G3UNA* Thanks David - yes I've tried that, but it still ends up with a poor indicated SWR. Also cleaned up and tightened the screwed pillar in the KAT3 corner,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

You can set TUN PWR in the K3 Config Menu to something other than 5 watts. 73, Drew AF2Z On 12/07/21 06:59, Tom Boucher wrote: Thanks NK7Z, NK7I and K8CN for responses. Dave and Rick indicated that running the K3 at a higher power level during the ATU Tune sequence might solve the problem

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

Tom I've found that pressing tune again, immediately after a tune sequence sets it off to do "fine tuning" which might help. David G3UNA > On 07 December 2021 at 11:59 Tom Boucher wrote: > > > Thanks NK7Z, NK7I and K8CN for responses. > > Dave and Rick indicated that running the K3 at a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

Tom, Does the problem you describe occur on each of the ANT1 and ANT2 ports on the KAT3 output when the ports are terminated in a good 50 ohm power load? Have you checked the K3 ANT selection when the KAT3 is installed to be sure that the port to which your 50 ohm load is attached is the one

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

The KAT3 performs well at 10 watts, lower output levels may not get consistent results. Ditto the KAT500 and KPA1500 tuners. 73, Rick NK7I On 12/4/2021 8:58 AM, Dave wrote: Hi Tom, In your initial post, you failed to state the power level of your failed autotune event. Hence why my

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

Hi Tom, In your initial post, you failed to state the power level of your failed autotune event. Hence why my question did not ask what the tuning level needed for the K3 to trigger was, but at what power level you were performing your failed autotuning event at. My thinking was that you

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto ATU Problem

How much power are you using to trigger a tune operation? 73, and thanks, Dave (NK7Z) https://www.nk7z.net ARRL Volunteer Examiner ARRL Technical Specialist, RFI ARRL Asst. Director, NW Division, Technical Resources On 12/2/21 09:08, Tom Boucher wrote: I'm wondering if someone can help with a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume when using Line Out

Thanks for the replies.  I'll pass it along to the station owner. 73, Barry W2UP On 11/28/2021 11:27 AM, Geert Jan de Groot wrote: Was operating remote in CQWW using a K3 and RCforB.? I was unable to adjust the sidetone volume, which I found too loud.? The host is using Line Out to connect

Re: [Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume when using Line Out

Was operating remote in CQWW using a K3 and RCforB.? I was unable to adjust the sidetone volume, which I found too loud.? The host is using Line Out to connect to the sound card, which provides a fixed audio level.? is there a way to independently adjust the sidetone level via Line out?

Re: [Elecraft] K3 sidetone volume when using Line Out

On the Config menu of the K3 there is a Lin Out level setting. P. 57 of the manual explains in detail. 73, Pete N4ZR Check out the new Reverse Beacon Network web server at. For spots, please use your favorite "retail" DX cluster. On 11/27/2021 8:53 PM, Barry

Re: [Elecraft] K3 issue

Dick, Sorry to hear you are having issues, and I know this does not fix your current issue, but as an aside, I always do a save of system config just before any critical operations like contests, etc. Makes the recovery a lot simpler, if needed. 73, and thanks, Dave (NK7Z)

Re: [Elecraft] K3 issue

Does it have gold pins on the front panel connectors?  If not, all kinds of strange problems can arise. Dave Hachadorian, K6LL Yuma, AZ On 11/19/2021 5:52 PM, Dick Frey wrote: My k3 keeps losing its mind. One day it won't transmit SSB - I can whistle up 100W but speech gives 5W of avg and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 3 second delay in receive after transmit keyed when amp on

Disconnected yellow rca cable and all is well. On Wed, Nov 10, 2021, 1:44 PM Robert Sands wrote: > > > > > Sent from Mail for > Windows > > Discovered my 12 volt plug to KTA500 was faulty after pulling out station > and re installing. Now, after

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} [K3s] Final round of module orders?

Sorry about the October 1st mention - I thought I had placed my order for the KPA3A 100 watt upgrade module at the end of June 2021, but it was the end of July. I estimated 12 weeks from end of June, and that is the source of the mistaken October 1st date (the "shipping no earlier than" date). I

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - HI RFI alarm

Never seen a HI RFI indication before ... could it have been HI RFL [hi reflected]?  If it's HI REFL, it sounds like something has failed in the AL-811 input circuit. Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County Nick Kennedy wrote on 11/3/2021 9:58 AM: I've had my K3 since around 2007

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} [K3s] Final round of module orders?

In late July Madelyn's estimate puts delivery in late November/early December. I don't know where October 1 came from. here's her July 28th message again: "We are still hopeful we'll be able to offer the sub rx but I have no ETA for that at this time. The rest of the options can not be ordered

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} [K3s] Final round of module orders?

Nothing heard. Chet, N8RA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Michael Carter Sent: Wednesday, November 3, 2021 10:19 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Cc: k...@arrl.net Subject: [Elecraft] [K3} [K3s] Final round of module orders? Just curious if anyone

Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB Info

@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB Info Ed, I have tried for a few years to come up with a good setting for the NB that does not degrade FT8 performance. If you find one, please share it. It seems that any combination of settings I use, reduces the FT8 decode ability greatly for low level

Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB Info

Ed, I have tried for a few years to come up with a good setting for the NB that does not degrade FT8 performance. If you find one, please share it. It seems that any combination of settings I use, reduces the FT8 decode ability greatly for low level signals. The net is a minus in decoding

Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB Info

Noise Blanking section in the K3 Owners Manual says; Rotating VFO A clockwise will turn on the DSP NB, showing DSP t1-1 through DSP t3-7. The first number shows the relative pulse integration time, and the second shows the blanking level. The higher the numbers, the more aggressive the DSP

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with Leo Bodnar Precision GPS Reference Clock #REFCAL

From the firmware release notes: * K3EXREF USERS MUST NOW ENABLE THE MODULE IN THE MENU: To do this, locate the CONFIG:REF CAL menu entry and tap 2 to change the setting; flashes XREF IN or XREFOUT. If you DO NOT have a K3EXREF module installed, use the XREFOUT setting (the default). If you

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

I can confirm that updating to the latest WSJT-X fixes the issue. I had the some problem, and it was particular to the K3. I had no delay with the KX2, for instance. 73, -- Dave, N8SBE Quoting James Bennett via Elecraft : Hi Folks, Wondering if someone on the list might be able to solve

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

I upgraded to 2.5.0 last night at Jim’s suggestion and it worked! No more delay! Ron W5SUM Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 12, 2021, at 7:13 AM, Bob Schwerdlin wrote: > > The current version of hamlib is, 4.3 > > I had similar delay of TX issues with my FT-1000D and WSJT-X on Linux. After >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

The current version of hamlib is, 4.3 I had similar delay of TX issues with my FT-1000D and WSJT-X on Linux.  After I updated to hamlib 4.x from version 3.3, my issues went away.  Additionally, all the current rigs were updated in the library.  Note, they are all now four digit radio codes,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

Jim, Two possible fixes: 1) Use PTT via CAT command - most digital applications provide for it. 2) Check that your audio levels are sufficient - for the Elecraft gear, you should have 4 bars of ALC solid with the 5th one blinking.  See the full explanation on my website www.w3fpr.com. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

On 10/11/2021 11:45 AM, David Olean wrote: Update the software to the latest. That was a known bug in earlier versions. I had the same problem with my K3. Yes. It's a problem between WSJT-X and hamlib. WSJT-X was sending more rig control commands than necessary. Also, don't tell WSJT-X to do

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

Problem solved - it was simply a matter of upgrading to version 2.5 of WSJT-X. Works fine now. Thanks to all who replied!! Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Oct 11, 2021, at 11:31 AM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > Wondering if someone on the list might be able to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

Update to the latest WSJTX and hamlib. The problem is due to a timing issue in the older versions of hamlib not allowing WSJTX to begin audio until it receives certain CAT responses from the K3/K3s. Older versions of hamlib were doing too many (unnecessary) CAT commands. 73, ... Joe,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

David - I’ve played with the VOX Gain to no avail - at zero the rig never transmits, and at 100 (where it has been sitting) I get the delay. Various settings in between have no effect. The Delay controls how quickly the rig goes back into receive mode after speaking. But, thanks for the hints!

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

James, I had the same problem here running a Mac. Solved it by going to CAT, Mode = None, Split = None. I have no delay now. John WA1EAZ > On Oct 11, 2021, at 1:31 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > Wondering if someone on the list might be able to solve this one.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

My K3 does the exact same thing and I’m running Windows 10 Ron W5SUM Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 11, 2021, at 12:55 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > Wondering if someone on the list might be able to solve this one. I’m using a > K3 and while CW is my main

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

Update the software to the latest. That was a known bug in earlier versions. I had the same problem with my K3. Dave K1WHS On 10/11/2021 1:31 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft wrote: Hi Folks, Wondering if someone on the list might be able to solve this one. I’m using a K3 and while CW is my

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Expert 1.3

on, 4 Oct 2021 16:15:02 -0400 > > From: Bill Frantz > > To: Mike March > > Cc:elecraft@mailman.qth.net > > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Expert 1.3 > > Message-ID: > > > > > > > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8; format=flowed > > >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Expert 1.3

I have used an Expert 1.3K amp for several years with my upgraded K3. The short form is it works well. I got it when my wife won a $1000 off certificate. I knew this amp was a popular choice of many DXpeditions, and so worked well with the K3s they used and was reasonably reliable. When I got

Re: [Elecraft] K3/0 as a code oscillator

Hi Folks, yes, the TX Test works great on the K3. NO issues.. I have the K3/0 mini which would work great. I know there are speakers, but I don't hear anything. At least a quick try the one headset didn't work Will WC2L On 9/23/2021 8:50 PM, Ed K1EP wrote: Just turn on TX TEST mode on the

Re: [Elecraft] K3/0 as a code oscillator

Just turn on TX TEST mode on the K3, no need to fiddle with power. The K3/0 should also work, but I always key the RRC so I am not positive. reply to: k...@arrl.net On Thu, Sep 23, 2021, 20:25 Ted Edwards W3TB wrote: > I use my K3 as the oscillator for teaching my CWadvisors Beginners Class. >

Re: [Elecraft] K3/0 as a code oscillator

I use my K3 as the oscillator for teaching my CWadvisors Beginners Class. I turn the power down to zero watts. With a set of ear buds I can put one over the laptop microphone with a paper clip rigged to hold it on and the other in one ear. Rube Goldberg would be so proud! On Thu, Sep 23, 2021

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display Won't Shut Off

VGA cables are incompatible with the KPA500 and KPA1500. You will need a straight-through cable. BUT, you also need some pins removed. The power pin of the K3 is not compatible with the power pin of the KPA500 or KPA1500, and will result in the problems you have seen. The cable is described in

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display Won't Shut Off

Now I see what's going on.  Originally I used the Elecraft cable between the K3 ACC and the KPA1500 and everything was OK.  The K3 could be powered down normally.  When I moved that K3 to a spare position, that cable wasn't long enough, so I ordered an extension VGA cable.  This is when the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display Won't Shut Off

Yes, Alarm and Remote Operations Settings. Ray WA6VAB K3 Windows 0 From: Drew AF2Z Sent: Thursday, September 16, 2021 5:13 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display Won't Shut Off I've had the same effect by setting the K3's Alarm to ON then turning off the p/s

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display Won't Shut Off

I've had the same effect by setting the K3's Alarm to ON then turning off the p/s. When the p/s is turned on again (and maybe the K3 Power button pressed; I forget the exact sequence now) the LCD backlight comes on. So, you might want to check the Alarm setting. 73, Drew AF2Z On 09/16/21

Re: [Elecraft] K3 transmitter power woes

Hi Chet; You should be able to run the TX gain cals with no errors, otherwise something is wrong. NOTE; After a successful Gain-Cal, then never, ever, TX at exactly 5 or 50watts (or 1.0MW) as that can cause an inadvertent TX gain cal and mess it up. To me, it would appear the LPA is weak.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 transmitter power woes

On 2021-09-13 12:56, chetsubacco...@snet.net wrote: Any other suggestions before I bit the bullet and prepare to send it to Elecraft? Thanks for any ideas. Generally, when miscellaneous weird stuff happens to a piece of complex equipment - stuff that seems to have no relationship the one to

Re: [Elecraft] K3 transmitter power woes

Chet, It sounds like you do not have sufficient audio drive. In DATA A mode, how many ALC bars do you obtain?  You must have 4 bars solid with the 5th one flashing. Adjust the audio levels from the computer to achieve that - I assume you are using LINE in. 73, Don W3FPR On 9/13/2021 3:56

Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W)

: 9/11/21 12:42 PM (GMT-05:00) To: "kc8wh.mh" , David Sumner , Lee Cc: Elecraft Reflector - post Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W) Please tell Where the Bad solder joint was.   Thanks   Ray WA6VAB  K3   From: kc8wh.mhSent: Saturday, September 11, 2021 7:49 A

Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W)

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W)

AM (GMT-05:00) To: Lee Cc: Elecraft Reflector - post Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W) Lee, it may not be that bad. Check Config to make sure KPA3 shows “PA nor” — there are other causes of your symptom as well that others may be able to comment on. 73, Dave K1ZZSent from

Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W)

KPA3 circuit breaker? Regards, Mike VP8NO On 11/09/2021 10:13, David Sumner wrote: Lee, it may not be that bad. Check Config to make sure KPA3 shows “PA nor” — there are other causes of your symptom as well that others may be able to comment on. 73, Dave K1ZZ Sent from my iPhone On Sep

Re: [Elecraft] K3 loss of power (KPA3 100W)

Lee, it may not be that bad. Check Config to make sure KPA3 shows “PA nor” — there are other causes of your symptom as well that others may be able to comment on. 73, Dave K1ZZ Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 11, 2021, at 8:35 AM, Lee wrote: > > If I had to guess, I would say the finals are

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software

Bruce, Several of the programs mentioned will handle sending CW via a macro. You said "Both read and write". Does that mean you need the software to decode the received CW as well as send it? Win4K3 includes a 'terminal' function that can use the built-in CW encode/decode capability of the K3.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software?

I use a variety of things depending on what I want to do. I often run Win4k3 connected to the radio, and then other software like N1MM, DxLab, etc. connected to the 'virtual radios' of Win4K3 via virtual serial port pairs. I have found this a reliable way to allow multiple programs to each 'think'

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software?

Win4K3 Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 13, 2021, at 7:33 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > > On 8/13/2021 3:32 PM, Bruce Wade wrote: >> What are people using to control the K3? > > What control do you need? Do you want to run your station remotely, or only > from the shack? In addition to the software

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software?

On 8/13/2021 3:32 PM, Bruce Wade wrote: What are people using to control the K3? What control do you need? Do you want to run your station remotely, or only from the shack? In addition to the software others have mentioned, virtually all contest loggers provide the controls needed for

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software?

Win4k3suite Mike Kk9v On Fri, Aug 13, 2021, 7:12 PM David Bunte wrote: > Bruce - > > I have been using the DXLab suite of modules for logging and rig control. I > think I have been using it for close to ten years and have never wished for > anything else. > > Dave - K9FN > > On Fri, Aug 13,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software?

Bruce - I have been using the DXLab suite of modules for logging and rig control. I think I have been using it for close to ten years and have never wished for anything else. Dave - K9FN On Fri, Aug 13, 2021 at 6:35 PM Bruce Wade wrote: > What are people using to control the K3? > Bruce Wade

Re: [Elecraft] K3 control software?

Flrig or fldigi or JS8Call or WSJT-X 73, tom w7sua On 8/13/2021 3:32 PM, Bruce Wade wrote: What are people using to control the K3? Bruce Wade __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3/10 is sick and needs help!

If some buttons don't work, and some do the wrong action, you for sure need to replace the 4 push-button encoders! The old ones "leak" and disrupt the resistive matrix. Sometimes you can snap the push-button action multiple times to clear things (temporarily). Keith WE6R Elecraft K3/K4 Tech

Re: [Elecraft] K3 dilemma update.

Richard, The two horizontal bars in the SWR display indicate that the KAT3 is not installed, go to the menu and activate it. As for plugging in the speaker, hold the top cover in a tilted position and route the wire under the horizontal bar in the center, then onto the speaker plug on the

Re: [Elecraft] K3/10 is sick and needs help!

Hi Dick, Does the K3 Utility talk to the radio? Perhaps then a reload of the firmware or a forced reload might help? Chet, N8RA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of RVZ via Elecraft Sent: Saturday, August 7, 2021 1:48 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3/10 is sick and needs help!

Dick, Download either the KRX3 or KDVR3 installation instructions.  I know both tell you how to remove the Front Panel assembly. That will tell not only how to remove the assembly, but just removing and re-instaling the Front Panel may wipe the pins enough to remove any oxidation and restore

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and P3 for sale, UK ***Sold***

Early serial number K3, complete with 2nd RX module. Front panel and PA plugs/sockets have been upgraded to gold plated and all applicable official mods done. In full working order. The radio comprises the following roofing filters and modules: 2 x 2.8 KHz, 2 x 400 Hz, 1 x 6 KHz, 1 x 250 Hz (all 8

Re: [Elecraft] K3 small rotary encoder replacement

To close the loop, I finally finished installing the encoders and reassembling my K3. It still works! And the encoder action is smooth. I just did the SPEED/MIC and CMP/PWR encoders. Should I decide to attempt the other two, I'd probably get a better desoldering scheme than I have now. 73

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S Options and Upgrades

Wayne and Eric have on numerous occasions stated in this forum that they will continue to support the K3/K3S in terms of maintenance. Now, one has to be realistic in expectations. To have replacement cards made for replacements or upgrades, manufactured in small numbers will become

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