I seem to have missed the 4.51 release, though I got 4.50. Would
someone mind forwarding it over?
Matt NQ6N
On May 11, 2012, at 10:37 PM, Gary Gregory garyvk...@gmail.com wrote:
*Toby,
Same results here.
Gary
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On 12 May 2012 13:55, Toby Pennington toby...@embarqmail.com wrote:
I
I have also missed the 4.51, and even the 4.50 release. The only beta
file I can find on the FTP site is 4.48, but 4.48 has also been
officially released. Has the FTP folder for beta releases been changed?
David G4DMP
In a recent message, Matt Murphy m...@nq6n.com writes
I seem to have missed
Wayne,
My Credit Card is taped to my monitor for this acquisition, PLEASE hurry.
Thanks in advance.
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I have lusted after the XG-3 ever since it was released, but just
noticed that it has an RS-232 port for computer connection. Why on
earth not a USB port?
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See many earlier posts about the relative merits of RS-232 and USB
interfaces. They have been discussed many times before. If your
desktop does not have a serial input, fit one. If you use a laptop or
notebook computer, get a USB to RS-232 cable.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Pete
Mike, you could be correct. This morning I seem to have a little distortion
in the NB which I did not notice before. It's not bad, but a little is
there.
I may go back to 4.50 just to check it out.
Toby W4CAk
I just got it tonight. I have not had much chance to compare but the
It appears my P3 has died after 9 months of flawless operation.
Yesterday I updated the firmware to windows ver 1.12.4.26 (MCU1.16).
The K3 has MCU 4.48
All worked fine for about an hour then the P3 lost everything.
The P3 black screen reads:
FATAL ERROR***
In: ddc_set_coef ()
SPAN=0
*
I can't really tell if there is an improvement due to the new log
algorithms but I really like the extended Threshold adjustment range.
I typically listen to CW on a wide filter setting and used to have my
AGC at Threshold 8 and Slope 0. Now I have Threshold at 15 and
thinking I should flatten the
It is very rare that one can find a modern PC desktop that comes with 1
or more RS-232 serial ports, just as it is becoming more and more
difficult to find stock desktops with expansion slots on the MoBo.
Laptops, at least newer than my ancient IBM Thinkpad, are even less
likely to be equipped
Here is a good primer on previous versions of this conversation:
http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-USB-port-td5753862.html#a5753984
I would rather have built-in USB, but will probably have to cope with RS-232 on
hobby devices for years to come...
Mike Alexander
amsct...@comcast.net
One of the still-plentiful, proven, and inexpensive Edgeport boxes (USB to
4 or 8 RS-232) would seem to obselence-proof your station.
73,
geo - n4ua
On Sat, May 12, 2012 at 8:48 AM, John Ragle tpcj1...@crocker.com wrote:
It is very rare that one can find a modern PC desktop that comes with 1
Probably because that would put Elecraft squarely between you and the
guy at Prolific or FTDI who writes the drivers. Who would get your
complaint when the XG3 loses connectivity with the next service pack
release of your favorite operating system?
On 05/12/2012 07:04 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR
Well said, John. Having designed automotive communications and datalogging
equipment with RS-232, USB and EtherNet, I am amused by some of the things that
I read in these USB vs. RS-232 threads. The days of Microsoft ruining USB on
a monthly basis are long over, assuming they ever existed in
Idea:
Follow the instructions on p23 of the Rev C P3 manual (lower left) to
force a firmware load. This involves a few steps, but they're easy to
follow.
If that doesn't work, don't despair. If it's broke, Elecraft can fix
it. Contact support.
73,
matt W6NIA
On Sat, 12 May 2012 06:34:37
This is a P3 bug that I believe was resolved in the most recent P3 firmware
version, 01.16.
You should also upgrade to the most recent P3 Utility before installing P3
firmware version 01.16.
Try power cycling the P3 just before attempting to connect the P3 Utility.
73 de Dick, K6KR.
Not exactly comparable to the XG-3, perhaps. I would have thought that
a USB port would have advantages so far as space and weight, maybe even
power consumption, in a battery powered miniature device. For those
using old computers, USB port cards for the PCI bus are absolutely dirt
cheap.
This is another common misconception. All of the microprocessor vendors that I
am aware of have built-in USB peripherals, and often have reference drivers and
driver templates. Assuming that Elecraft uses MicroChip PICs, there are few
reasons to add an off-package USB peripheral.
MicroChip
Thanks guys. I have some gear that I will sell.
Once that is done, I guess I'll jump into the pool.
The water feels cold only for a few minutes, metaphorically speaking.
Thanks!
73 de Mike WF8O
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Yesterday I wrote NB settings are dsp T2-4 and IF NAR 4
After playing some more with this I think that a DSP setting of T2-2 may be
better as far as audio distortion is concerned.
It may depend on conditions, and finding the perfect setting for all
conditions may be impossible.
Toby
Just finished building KPA 500 SN 846 without a hitch. Great experience! I
recall that the transformer field makes it less advisable to place the
amplifier to the LEFT of the K3. Is this true? Handles would abut as well.
May have to rearrange shack.So is it necessary to place the KPA 500 to the
On 5/12/2012 9:17 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote:
I would have thought that a USB port would have advantages so far as
space and weight, maybe even power consumption, in a battery powered
miniature device.
Not so ... many microprocessor controllers contain one or two built-in
serial ports. It is
Recording of TX audio is possible since:
MCU 2.72 / DSP 1.98, 12-9-2008
Misc. Changes:
** LINE OUT INCLUDES TX AUDIO: LINE OUT (*nor* menu setting) now includes
transmit sidetone and speech/data monitor audio.
The monitor audio level is the same for the speakers (headphone) as for the
Hi Hugo,
It´s also good for SO2R were you turn off monitor
73,
Jorge
CX6VM/CW5W
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George...
You're quite correct. I have one of these, currently in storage, waiting
for the day when my DELL XPS 420 shuffles off the mortal coil.
Fortunately, for $20 I could install a PCI board in the XPS 420 that
gives me a pair of COM ports, which I also did. My Parthian comment
about
The KPA500 transformer uses a toroid core, which reduces the external
magnetic field.
The P3's display is an LCD, not a CRT that might more likely be influenced
by magnetic fields.
Place the amplifier and P3 as you find convenient.
73 de Dick, K6KR
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From:
I did not mean to imply that the NB had changed from 4.50 to 4.51. My
comment was from 4.48 to 4.5X.
I can see how you read it differently though.
I have not noticed a change in the NB from .50 to .51
Mike W0MU
W0MU-1 CC Cluster w0mu.net
On 5/12/2012 6:30 AM, Toby Pennington wrote:
Mike,
There is a very simple and time honored tradition that will solve your
problem... Just say over when you are finished transmitting.
Amateur Radio Operator N5GE
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On Fri, 11 May 2012 10:44:01 -0500, Richard Fjeld rpfj...@embarqmail.com
wrote:
Dave,
This
Dan,
Also check to make sure the DB9 cables have not come lose on the P3 and/or K3.
Howard K6IA
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Many microprocessor controllers have...built-in serial ports
Correct, and usually I2C, EtherNet, SPI and a host (pun intended) of
communications peripherals. But even the beefy Motorola/FreeScale SCI (similar
to a UART) ports need, in almost any implementation that I am
Let's end the pro/con RS-232 versus USB thread now before it takes on a life of
its own ;-) As noted by others, there are many prior threads that you can
search on for this discussion.
The short answer for the XG3 is that it only uses a simple command set that
does not require any USB specific
[thread closed]
See the post I just made under a similar subject line for details.
Eric
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On May 12, 2012, at 7:56 AM, John Ragle tpcj1...@crocker.com wrote:
George...
You're quite correct. I have one of these, currently in storage, waiting
for the
The RS232 circuitry we use on the KX3, XG3, K144XV, W1, and W2 has
three main benefits: (1) Current drain is near zero. (2) There's
absolutely no RFI. And (3) you can use any of these devices with
either a USB or RS232 port at the computer end by ordering the
associated Elecraft adapter.
One more thought.
Most would be surprised to discover that there is a serial port on your
motherboard on a lot of desktop computers. All you need do is purchase
a cable with a DB-9 and a mounting for the back of the computer. I found
the cable at TigerTronics for a couple of bux.
73,
Rick
Arangement here from left to right:
KPA500-P3-K3
I did not install the KPA500 handle and will remove the K3 handle next time I
have it on the bench. I have another K3 that I take with me when I need it away
from home. It has the handle installed.
Amateur Radio Operator N5GE
ARRL Lifetime
Was v4.51 sent to the 4.50 testers? If so, I missed it.
The major difference I've noticed with 4.50 is that cw signals, especially
the low level ones, now seem much cleaner.
73, Ted W4NZ
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Hi all,
Like many, I haven't been able to find a decent pileup the last few days
to test the version 4.51 AGC. I don't use the NR or notch function
either so have concentrated on making some measurements using the XG3 as
a signal generator.
The figure on
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73,
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I too received 4.50 but not 4.51
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On May 12, 2012, at 12:17 PM, Ted Bryant w...@comcast.net wrote:
Was v4.51 sent to the 4.50 testers? If so, I missed it.
The major difference I've noticed with 4.50 is that cw signals, especially
the low level ones, now
Cady, Fred wrote:
Observations:
As THR increases, the effect of SLP decreases.Changing SLP
behavior as a function of THR has been done to protect the user's
ears.
Correct.
Wayne
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On 5/12/2012 12:17 PM, Ted Bryant wrote:
Was v4.51 sent to the 4.50 testers?
Apparently not all (I had to request it).
I've been doing some crude testing ... with 4.51 AGC THR = 15 is
approximately -73 dBm/S9 (to the best of my ability to measure with
the XG3 and step attenuator).
With high
Same here. Lower level CW signals are much clearer and not nearly so mushy in
crowded conditions.
I received 4.50 but haven't received 4.51. Would like to try it out as well.
73, Charles, K4ZRJ
On May 12, 2012, at 12:17 PM, Ted Bryant wrote:
Was v4.51 sent to the 4.50 testers? If so, I
I'm not a fan of NR, however since it's back in 4.51, I decided to try it
again.
I thought some of the NR settings appeared to be excessive, to the point of
eliminating the signal I'm trying to listen to. But then I remembered that
finding the best NR setting takes time (it's not instant).
If the adjustment allows half steps, e.g. 0, 0.5, 1, ... 8.5, 9;
then you would have about as many steps and still have some
vague relation to S units.
Cheers - Bill, AE6JV
On 5/12/12 at 5:43, drew...@verizon.net (drewko) wrote:
Possible minor feature suggestion: I was thinking that it would
Ron,
You asked if it is normal to hear birdies, the short answer is not always.
Most superhet receivers, but certainly not all designs, will be affected by
birdies. Unfortunately many if not most of the receivers designed for the
amateur market use an open plan layout without shielding nor
Sebastian,
The AGC threshold is something the typical operator will rarely
change. We didn't make any effort to eliminate switching artifacts as
you change the menu parameter, though we could if it turns out to be
an issue.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On May 12, 2012, at 11:30 AM, Sebastian, W4AS
It has been a while since I downloaded a beta release. Where are the files
located?
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To: Matt Murphy
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Gregg,
It was sent to the K3 Firmware Field Test group and to those others who
requested it from Wayne. It is not beta material yet - You might call
it an evaluation. There were some problems with the first pass of that
code level 4.49, but it got changed twice and is now 4.51. If you
Would it help the tests to engage the pre-amp? ie make things more
challenging.
David
G3UNA
On 12/05/2012 17:22, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
On 5/12/2012 12:17 PM, Ted Bryant wrote:
Was v4.51 sent to the 4.50 testers?
Apparently not all (I had to request it).
I've been doing some crude
Thanks Geoff,
yours is the second reply I've had letting me know that there are
birdies in the K2 receiver. It answers my question as to whether or not
I overlooked something in the assembly or if this was a known condition.
I say condition and not problem as the level and location of the
I fail to see any advantage to turning on the preamp when it is not
needed. If you can hear the atmospheric noise without the preamp, leave
it off (if the noise level increases when the antenna is attached, you
have enough gain). By extension, if you can still hear the atmospheric
noise with
Ron,
The K2 uses VFO frequencies above the incoming signal for bands below 15
meters, and that helps keep the birdies at bay. On 15 meters and
above, the VFO is below the incoming signal which is not the greatest
situation for birdies, but provides better VFO stability - read as a
design
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Mike,
I agree with Don and others - get your order in now. In the mean time, work
on selling off your other gear. Then you will have a shorter wait. If you
sell off your gear and then put your order in you will probably be out
longer than if you order now and get on the list.
Steve, KC8QVO
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We will have 4.51 available as a beta version on the website later tonight.
73,
Eric
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On May 12, 2012, at 2:29 PM, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com wrote:
Gregg,
It was sent to the K3 Firmware Field Test group and to those others who
requested it from Wayne. It is
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It got very warm today; all the way to
Was just looking on the Elecraft site and still don't see the beta firmware
for download. I sure would like to give this a spin. Was it not supposed to
go up tonight? Is there a hitch?
Thanks and 73,
Tim Herrick, KQ8M
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