I am looking at this as an rfi issue first and foremost. I am going to clean
up a little bit inside the shack. That particular K3 has been suffering with
unusual noise with my new SteppIR three element that was put up less than a
month ago.
I have an 80 meter loop fed with homebrew
My K2/100 has suddenly stopped working. If it was an RF problem, I would have
some idea where to start. But when I switch it on, 'ELEC appears on the
display, but there it stays. So what do I do next?
Please don't tell me to look for dry joints, wire whiskers, bent IC pins, or
similar - I am
Hi,
Many of you wonder how this could happen. It is simple. UPS Norway uses the
local postal service to deliver parcels to places outside the big cities.
For these deliveries they print new address labels which they then stick on
to the parcels. What happened is that two labels ended up on the
Hello Geoff
Sorry to hear about your K2 problems, Though I cannot fault your K2 for you,
and I know what its like being without a Rig especially if your into IOTA, so
what I can so is let you borrow my K2 /100 until you get your sorted our.
Regards
Ken..G0ORH / M3i
Sent from my iPhone 4
I played a bit with the data today, RTTY, and also tried it out on cw with
the rubber keyboard.
Took a couple of vids and posted for those that may wish to look..
Links below;
http://s1163.photobucket.com/albums/q552/vk4tux/?action=viewcurrent=P3SVGA_
data.mp4
Trying the wrapper trick;
I played a bit with the data today, RTTY, and also tried it out on cw with
the rubber keyboard.
Took a couple of vids and posted for those that may wish to look..
Links below;
http://s1163.photobucket.com/albums/q552/vk4tux/?action=viewcurrent=P3SVGA
_data.mp4
Just try here and you can see the two video's etc;
http://s1163.photobucket.com/albums/q552/vk4tux/
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From: Adrian [mailto:vk4...@bigpond.com]
Sent: Saturday, 28 July 2012 6:27 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA data keyboard.
Trying the
For those interested in the rubber keyboard, this is exactly the same as
mine on USA eBay site, and DOES work with the P3 SVGA data usb input.;
Lookup Item number: 160745894556
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From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf
What do you mean with Pin 1 problem ? On SUB-D-25 pin 1 is shield,
so I guess you refer to shielding/ground loop problems? The now much
more common SUB-D-9 only has data ground, on pin 5... and pin 1 there
is DCD.
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When you store something in one of the memories, if both VFO A and B
frequencies are on the same band, both frequencies are saved. Say you
have 14.000 in A and 14.060 in B and you store them in Quick Memory 0
with VM. When restoring VFO A and B with MV, it restores both VFO's
frequencies only if
Hi
I found some birdies in the KX3 on the 20m band which are only there if the
backlight is of. If I turn the backlight on, the birdies are gone. I think
10 ore more can be found and all disappeared if the backlight is on. Maybe
there are also birdies corresponding to the same effect on other
Have you checked the power supply of the K3?
73
Arie PA3A
Op 27-7-2012 14:36, Keith Heimbold schreef:
While operating last night on 20m on my K3 serial 1391, I had an issue with
my transmit audio cutting out during PTT transmit. Also power output
simultaneously dropped out completely in
Geoff,
Have you tried pulling and then reseating the MCU on the Control Board? My
k2/100 #3255 froze on two occasions some years ago due to corrosion
between one or more of this IC's pins and its socket. I replaced this
socket with a Turned Pin type after the second episode, a type of socket
Hi all,
I realize that this is tangentially related to Elecraft gear since I'm
using a K3 and experiencing this issue, but I thought someone else may
have some knowledge to share with me to help me solve my problem.
Recently I stopped using a 25' long extension cord to power my
computer, power
Pin 1 problem refers to an issue originally identified in professional
and broadcast audio equipment where pin 1 of the XLR connector was not
connected directly to the shielded case *at the connector* but instead
connected to the circuit common elsewhere in the device in question.
On SUB-D-25
Hi John,
Yes they can be sensitive but that's the beauty of Home Depot. Return it to
the store and try another brand. Or better yet, take it out, replace it with
a regular receptacle and save it for when you sell the house.
73,
Mike K2MK
John Shadle wrote
Hi all,
I realize that this is
Hi Ariel,
I switched to another 35 amp power supply and has the same issue. I should
have mentioned that in my post to the reflector.
Thanks,
Keith
AG6AZ
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On Jul 28, 2012, at 5:36 AM, Arie Kleingeld PA3A p...@xs4all.nl wrote:
Have you checked the
Code requirements are there for a reason and are only put in place
after much thought and discussion. I would take the GFI out only as
a last resort. Also RF is not necessarily the problem. I had one
unit that would trip every time I turned a large 21 CRT monitor on.
Changed brands and all
Anyone got a KPA-500 they are looking to sell? Contact me offline or call
903-778-2592
73 Tex
ka5y
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You could also try moving the GFCI to the panel box by installing a GFCI
breaker in the panel box and replacing the GFCI outlet with a normal one.
This might solve the problem by increasing the distance between the RFI
source and the breaker. Also the shielding provided by the panel box may
help.
While trying to work CY9M (I got 'em) I had the K3 set up for split, split was
showing in the window, had VFO B set to about 3 KHz UP where they were
listening. The P3's cursor stayed purple (including the one on the SVGA
display) and I got yelled at for transmitting on the DX station's
In trying to duplicate this, I turned split off, and then turned it back on
using the SPLIT key (hold AB) and split shows on the K3's LCD, but VFO B
Cursor on both the P3 and SVGA stay purple and split does not operate properly
on the K3 - TX stays on VFO A.
I did have DATA display turned on
The problem I reported IS global. It occurs on all bands. With the P3 SVGA's
data display enabled, it seems to inhibit the K3 from actually entering SPLIT
mode even though the SPLIT indicator shows in the K3's LCD display. I've
confirmed by measuring the K3's output with a frequency counter
The temporary solution to the problem is to disable the data display before
entering SPLIT mode. It appears that it WILL remain in SPLIT when you
re-enable the data display .
Jim - W0EB
The problem I reported IS global. It occurs on all bands. With the P3 SVGA's
data display enabled, it
Like I said your characterization is a bit off. The built in sound card
buys you a lot.
Second if frequency is a control is a must, my computer can do it using
any number of software packages. One of those packages is NaP3. It turns
your radio into a full bore SDR with computer control. If
I've also found that if you are IN split with the data display active, you
can't exit split (even though the K3's SPLIT indicator goes away, it's still
using the VFO B frequency for transmit.
So, if you want to use SPLIT and the P3/SVGA data display, disable the display
before turning SPLIT on
I see. The real issue is amplifier turn on timing. As I don't use an
amplifier as QRO to me is a 100 Watts. I can't address the issue from
experience. However, I suspect that there is an easy fix since all high
power users face the same issue, particularly on CW. Someone needs to
check to see
On 7/28/2012 5:59 AM, John Shadle wrote:
I'm using Leviton smartlockpro 20A GFCI outlets from Home Depot.
They're not cheap, but maybe they don't have adequate RFI protection
(obviously).
I suppose the first solution is to remove the GFI from the situation,
but I thought using it was the
I had a similar problem with a battery-operated CO detector. I covered
it with aluminum foil, and punched through the foil everywhere there was
an opening in the plastic case of the CO detector. No further issues.
On 7/27/12 10:44 PM, Richard Fjeld wrote:
I am looking at this as an rfi issue
I would like to go back to 4.39 firmware, anyone know where it could be found.
I have scoured the elecraft website and can not find it.
Toby W4CAK
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Help:
Although I respect the comments from the experts (and Lance and I worked on
two-meters thirty years ago) I must say that I use a Signallink on HF RTTY
running a K3 and a venerable Drake L-4B without issue.
If I was still on EME then of course I would have the full sequenced keying
hardware.
Hi Jim,
I can confirm that there is something weird happening with the red cursor
(split transmit freq) on the P3 and on the external monitor when the SVGA
Data mode is activated. Looking at the K3, the little arrow is still
pointing to VFO B and the amber delta f LED is lit. Unfortunately I
I have P3-F #2169 factory assembled
Asking $685.00 including shipping UPS and Paypal fees.
Will ship CONUS ONLY.
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I have P3-F #2169 factory assembled
Asking $685.00 including shipping UPS and Paypal fees.
Will ship CONUS ONLY.
RC KC5WA
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Home:
I have a new to me K2 without a microphone.
If anyone has one and would like to sell it I'd be very grateful.
You can let me know here or off site at
ae7...@gmail.com or obee...@yahoo.com
Thanks.
Stan AE7UT
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Looking for help with KPA500 to Yaesu cabling.
I just got an FT-450D and need to cable it for use as a backup if the K3 needs
to come out of the lineup.
The linear connector on the Yaesu is a 10 pin mini din female. I so far have
not been able to find a source for the male (or female for
Thanks to all who responded to my request, I now have plenty to think about
whether I want to attempt to do this or not.
Thanks Again! Toby W4CAk
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You might consider checking the power connectors and cable
on both end.
73
Gene K1NR
On Sat, 28 Jul 2012 07:04:22 -0700
Keith Heimbold ag...@hotmail.com wrote:
Hi Ariel,
I switched to another 35 amp power supply and has the
same issue. I should have mentioned that in my post to
the
Gene,
Great suggestion. It maybe the connector going into the rig or the connectors
which I built.
Thanks,
Keith
AG6AZ
Sent from my iPhone please excuse typos
On Jul 28, 2012, at 2:32 PM, Eugene Balinski euge...@nni.com wrote:
You might consider checking the power connectors and cable
The weekly Elecraft SSB net will meet tomorrow (7/29/12) at 1800Z on 14.3035
MHz +/- QRM. I will be in the Flight of the BumbleBees contest, so John,
N6JW, will be net control from southern California. Have a good net.
73,
Phil, NS7P
Jim:
The exact same thing happened to me about six or eight months ago, long
before 4.51. LCD, P3 all showed VFO B up a certain amount. I recycled
the radio and everything was OK. It has not happened since so the
anomaly is extremely intermittent; for me a one time event. You are not
Glad it was of help to someone Mike. Did you take a look at the video's ?
A bit amateur I know , but holding a camera whilst the other hand on the
keyboard will do that.
I guess it gives an idea of the setup to those curious.
I like the fact you can set colour code for the tx Rx etc. I should be
You can find the elusive 10 pin mini-din connectors here:
http://cablesandconnectors.com/26500-26.HTM
About 1/3rd of the way down the page, in the left hand column.
No experience with them, just found with a Google search.
GL,
Bruce, N1RX
Looking for help with KPA500 to Yaesu cabling.
Toby, I sent you 4.47, and can send you 4.39 later when I am in the shack.
Was the decoder the reason to revert?
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From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Toby Pennington
Sent: Sunday, 29 July 2012 3:09 AM
To:
I have noticed that my K2 dial calibration seems to match my ICOM 756 Pro III
for all CW stations. However, when I compare signals SSB signals the K2
seems to be off by about 200 cycles. Is this a dial calibration issue or
something related to the filters?
I had not noticed this until I
Ok , well I did exactly what you are looking at doing yesterday.
Basically just extract the zip file to a folder location on your pc .
Then use your ''browse'' in P3 utility under firmware tab to locate that
folder.
Ensure the menu advanced function is active so you can select which files
will
Fred,
It could be either the VFO or the filters or both.
Go to my webpage www.w3fpr.com and follow the instructions in the K2
Dial Calibration article. That should line everything up quite nicely
(within 20 or 30 Hz anyway).
73,
Don W3FPR
On 7/28/2012 6:30 PM, KC9QQ wrote:
I have noticed
Keith,
You could also have a loose connection in your microphone cable. When
operating SSB, if there is no audio, there will be no RF output.
So you can look at the PTT, the audio, the power supply, and just about
every thing else in your station. Cables are usually the weak link.
73,
Don
Don,
Will do so. I did switch out two complete headsets including adapter and
foot switch and had the same experience. I have done a RFI cleanup effort
and so far things have not re-occurred.
Thanks,
Ketih
AG6AZ
-Original Message-
From: Don Wilhelm
Sent: Saturday, July 28, 2012
Someone posted a link to this keyboard on eBay a while back and before finding
out whether or not it worked, I ordered one. There was another post or two
saying it didn't work and that it was maybe an apple keyboard. Cost on eBay
had been $19.95 with free shipping.
*OK, this is what happened to me.
The split issue is not unique to the SVGA board it seems, as it happened to
me once in the last couple of days and I had been playing with DATA modes
and I too got a caning for calling on the DX frequency..oops!
Gary
*
On 29 July 2012 07:56, Dan Atchison
That was my post Jim, Funny if you look that up on www.ebay.com.au , then
the shipping is free (Posts to: N. and S. America, Europe, Asia, Australia )
. However on www.ebay.com there is a shipping charge. As I use both sites
here, I see no reason why you can't purchase from the au site and save on
Problems like this can be avoided by following these guidelines for upgrading
the firmware:
1. Find the upgrade on Elecraft's site and download them to a new folder on
your hard drive. It may take a little bit of hunting but it is always
possible.
2. Open the appropriate utility and steer it to
Ok Jim, The rubber one works great even with a sb-220 working hard nearby.
In my video you can hear the sb-220 Jennings vacuum qsk relay, It has the
AG6K qsk kit fitted;
http://s1163.photobucket.com/albums/q552/vk4tux/?action=view
See inline for comments
-Original Message-
From: Toby Pennington [mailto:toby...@embarqmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, 29 July 2012 10:42 AM
To: Adrian
Subject: Re: Emailing: k3fw4r47.zip
I have successfully downloaded 4.47 after crashing the radio once but came
back according to your input and
We have this same problem every year using my RV for field day. The GFI's
in the RV control nearly every outlet. 100 watts to a nearby antenna, and
the GFI's trip nearly every outlet. For this last June, I wired a special
circuit to the main panel to give the operating position it's own
Any chance that the Keyboard connector on the rear panel of the P3 might
one day support a mouse, offering point and click tune functionality?
(point to the desired signal on the P3 using the mouse/cursor; click the
mouse button; K3 tunes to that frequency; op uses K3 main tuning knob to
Note that the PRE/ATT setting for AUX RF BNC is separate from PRE/ATT for
the RX ANT on the main RX.
To set this correctly, first do a HOLD on RX ANT button to make sure the
subRX is listening on the AUX RF BNC. You will have to repeat the HOLD if
it already was on AUX RF and you just switched
Sooner or later running a K3 with back level firmware will be a problem.
With so many devices coming out and the amount of work on those, you will
simply be left behind. No company without the economies of scale like
Microsoft can maintain old code.
Some people report getting perfect copy using
It is noted that using M(1-4) for CQ in repeat mode, the actuation of
P3SVGA keyboard does not cancel the repeat function. The cq text does
not show on SVGA also, but no big deal there. I'm around 14.013.60 at
the moment.
A tap of the key/paddle obviously does. Could this be implemented in the
Good Evening,
Another chilly, damp week has ended. I have gone back to heating my
greenhouse each night. The propagation was pretty good to good each
time I was on the air. During one contact we could each hear the noise
increase as the ionosphere was effected by the sun. A quiet band
Guy, well Elecraft said they acknowledge the issue and they will work on
it in the next firmware. When that happens I will pick it up.
Of course with 4.51 you can get perfect copy in perfect conds, but try a
very weak signal or a noisy background and you are doomed.
The cwt threshold point
Don,
I am now starting to think that it is an issue with my power connectors that I
am using.
I bought some additional ferrites and put the balun design 1113u in line to
take care of RFI but i know believe that the power connectors are a little
intermittent at times. I don't always get a
Keith,
The APP connectors do not loosen up over time if they are properly
assembled.
I have repaired 3 KPA100s over the last week that have had APP
connectors improperly assembled. This is an ongoing problem.
If your APP connectors do not fit together and latch in place, it is
likely that
Don -
I have not been following this thread very carefully, but am a bit baffled
by your response to Keith. He talked about not getting a solid click
when plugging the DC cable into the back of the K3... it sounds like you
are talking about the click when inserting the terminal into the APP.
I
For sale is a KX1 SN#2608 with all 4 bands installed and aligned. Includes
KXPD1 paddle and Pelican Case. Asking $425 shipped for all Please contact me
off list. PayPal is Ok.
Ariel NY4G
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That is a good idea, Dale, and I would also find that useful. However, I
doubt it will be possible as the USB connector is used for the keyboard.
Using a USB hub on the P3 would certainly be a challenge for the
designers.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Dale Boresz d...@lightstream.net
You can say that again Wes.
I ordered some equipment from a company in North Carolina and it was picked
up on July 10th. By July 12th it had made it to San Antonio, Texas. It sat
there for 4 days and then arrived in Eagles Pass, Texas on July 16th. It's
still in Eagles pass according to the
On Fri, 2012-07-27 at 15:12 -0700, Phil Kane wrote:
My experience with both UPS and FedEx is that the driver leaves the
package at the door.
I have had many serious package-delivery problems with both UPS and the
US Postal Service over the years. I've never had a problem with FedEx.
The
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