Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and P3 question

2013-11-29 Thread Graham Pemberton G7NEH
Hi all, Just like to say a big thank you to all who replied to my question, it looks like the software option is the way to go for now I will look around for something that will run on my Mac, I think that I should be able to use DSPradio by DL2SDR and put the P3 on the wish list for now along

[Elecraft] KX3 Low Rider Stand

2013-11-29 Thread Richard Newstead
Hi guys Yesterday someone contacted me and pointed out that all the KX3 stands around were designed to sit the KX3 quite high up to allow the Elecraft paddle to be fitted. He suggested that not everyone uses the Elecraft paddle, and of course not everyone uses CW (surely not??!!). For those folk

[Elecraft] [K3] Macro for TEXT DECODE

2013-11-29 Thread Jim N7US
Now that I have an SVGA for my P3, I'm playing with TEXT DECODE, since it can display several rows of decoded text. I'd appreciate help with a macro to quickly turn TEXT DECODE on and off. I understand that SWH40 will press and hold the CWT/0 button to get into TEXT DECODE and that SWT40 will

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filters for digital work

2013-11-29 Thread Bill Breeden
Dave, I have 200 Hz and 400 Hz filters in my K3. My K3 copies RTTY fine through the 200 Hz filter. That being said, I normally use the 400 Hz filter unless the band is crammed with signals during a contest. The 200 Hz filter also reduces a the apparent signal to noise ratio between my ears

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Low Rider Stand

2013-11-29 Thread Fred Smith
The Nifty Stand is perfect for use with or without paddles. I'm a non-CW op and would not want one any shorter than it is for sure The back of the KX3 on the nifty stand is not quite 1 1/2 off my table the front almost 2 and the angle is excellent for viewing. 73, Fred/N0AZZ K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 #

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filters for digital work

2013-11-29 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
My K3 copies RTTY fine through the 200 Hz filter. This is much like the old ads I worked 150 countries with my Gotham vertical ... When one tries to pass a FSK signal through a too narrow filter it doesn't just stop working. However, the tight skirts of the filter cause the energy in the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Low Rider Stand

2013-11-29 Thread Stephen Roberts
Or you could get one of my stands which gets high marks from users. http://kx3helper.com/kx3-helper/ 73 Steve, W1SFR Sent from my iPad On Nov 29, 2013, at 9:10 AM, Fred Smith m...@totalhighspeed.com wrote: The Nifty Stand is perfect for use with or without paddles. I'm a non-CW op and

[Elecraft] For Sale Elecraft K1 4-band

2013-11-29 Thread David Ek
Gang, I never thought I'd do this, but I'm selling my Elecraft K1 4-band QRP rig #1066. I purchased and built this radio in 2002 and have used it mostly portable for hundreds if not thousands of contacts. Includes KAT1 internal tuner, KBT1 internal battery pack, and the backlight display

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Macro for TEXT DECODE

2013-11-29 Thread Dick Dievendorff
I haven't found a command to manipulate text decode. This is why the K3 Utility terminal page requires you to set up the digital mode or CW. Dick, K6KR On Nov 29, 2013, at 4:53, Jim N7US j...@n7us.net wrote I'd appreciate help with a macro to quickly turn TEXT DECODE on and off. I

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filters for digital work

2013-11-29 Thread Jim Brown
On 11/29/2013 6:25 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: My K3 copies RTTY fine through the 200 Hz filter. This is much like the old ads I worked 150 countries with my Gotham vertical ... When one tries to pass a FSK signal through a too narrow filter it doesn't just stop working. However, the tight

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filters for digital work

2013-11-29 Thread Carl Clawson
My first thought on seeing that was If that filter is such a great idea, wouldn't it be built into the RTTY demodulator to begin with? 73, Carl WS7L On Friday, November 29, 2013, Jim Brown wrote: Thus, I was quite wary of using the double humped response provided by the K3.

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Low Rider Stand

2013-11-29 Thread Edward R Cole
It is interesting to see the concepts that many have taken to supporting a KX3 (in the shack). Early on I made quick and dirty solution to installing my KX3 in the shack. I do not have the optional paddle, either, so I utilized the pre-tapped holes on that surface of the KX3 enclosure to

[Elecraft] 24 Monitor, $99, free shipping, no tax (except CA)

2013-11-29 Thread Dave Hachadorian
This 24 monitor is just what you need for your P3 SVGA: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009422 $99 with promo code BFNNTJL22 Free shipping, no sales tax (except CA). Three Business Day Shipping available for 99 cents more. Deal expires 12/3 Dave Hachadorian, K6LL Yuma,

[Elecraft] OT: Carrying case Market Research (:-)

2013-11-29 Thread Rose
My initial design for a KX3 carrying case doesn't provide suitably-sized space to carry the new KXPA100 amplifier. I now have a new design that -does- allow a KXPA100 to be carried in the case, along with a KX3. It's a bit larger at 11H x 10W x 5.5 D. If you add the side pockets, they are 8.5D

[Elecraft] (no subject)

2013-11-29 Thread David Withers
This may seem like a dumb question. So be it. Exactly how do I hook a larger screen monitor to my K3/P3 combination? Dave AB3PL. Thanks __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] how do I hook a larger screen monitor to my K3/P3 combination

2013-11-29 Thread Sam Morgan
The P3SVGA adapter adds wide screen display capability to the P3 (up to 1920x1080p). It also has a dedicated high speed FFT processor that performs a 2048 point FFT in parallel with the P3's existing processor, for a much higher frequency resolution per dot display on the larger screen. The

Re: [Elecraft] (no subject)

2013-11-29 Thread Dennis Moore
Install the PS SVGA adapter into the P3 and connect your monitor. http://www.elecraft.com/P3/p3.htm#svga 73, Dennis NJ6G On 11/30/2013 11:49 AM, David Withers wrote: This may seem like a dumb question. So be it. Exactly how do I hook a larger screen monitor to my K3/P3 combination? Dave

Re: [Elecraft] (no subject)

2013-11-29 Thread bill conkling
You need the SVGA adapter for the P3. Chk the web site, scroll down the home page. ...bc nr4c Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID David Withers drdavewith...@yahoo.com wrote: This may seem like a dumb question. So be it. Exactly how do I hook a larger screen monitor to my K3/P3

Re: [Elecraft] (no subject)

2013-11-29 Thread David Withers
Works perfectly. Done.Thank you. Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID Matt Zilmer mzil...@verizon.net wrote: There really aren't any dumb questions If you purchase the SVGA option for the P3, it allows an external monitor to be connectoed to the P3. You might want to check to be

[Elecraft] Version 1.36 of Win4K3Suite now supports the KX3

2013-11-29 Thread tomb18
Version 1.36 of Win4K3Suite now provides full control of the KX3 as well as a sound card based Spectrum Scope displaying KX3 signals in real time. Full support for point and click frequency changes for both VFO’s. Unlike many Software Defined Radio software, all demodulation, modulation and

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and KPA-500

2013-11-29 Thread Chris Rutkowski
Hi George. I use a KX3 with a KPA500 as my everyday rig. With the KX3 set for maximum output (12W) into resonant antennas (SWRs 1.5:1) in the CW portions of the band I see from 160W on 20M up to about 220W on 10M. I don't use SSB often enough to recall, but they in a similar range. Thus the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and KPA-500

2013-11-29 Thread Robert Friess
Chris, You don't have to go to STBY and send a dit for a band change to avoid hot switching. When the need to bandswitch is detected, the KPA500 automatically goes to BYPASS, performs the band change, and then switches itself back in line all within a small fraction of a second. Bob, N6CM On

[Elecraft] FW: [qfox] KX-3 features

2013-11-29 Thread Dale Putnam
This was asked on the Qfox reflector, I figure more informed answers here... for Bain, Thank you, Have a great day, --... ...-- Dale - WC7S in Wy To: q...@yahoogroups.com From: baincow...@hotmail.com Date: Fri, 29 Nov 2013 20:21:35 + Subject: [qfox] KX-3 features

[Elecraft] K3 and P3

2013-11-29 Thread Larry Boekeloo
Hi everyone.  Happy Thanksgiving to all! I know I've seen this posted but can't pull it up.. How does one know if your K3 is capable of powering the P3?  Is there a specific serial number or a specific rev level or something? Thanks. Larry, KN8N

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and P3

2013-11-29 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
All K3s are capable of powering the P3 ... however, if you order the P3SVGA it will come with a modification kit to increase the current available from the K3 Switched +12V to power the P3SVGA. See K3MDKIT here: http://www.elecraft.com/order_form_parts.htm#K3%20Parts 73, ... Joe, W4TV

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and P3

2013-11-29 Thread Bill Frantz
The K3 will power the P3. Older K3s will need a mod to increase power output from 1/2 amp to 1 amp if the P3 has a SVGA board. The mod is included with the SVGA. See http://www.elecraft.com/order_form_parts.htm#K3%20Parts. It works very well. Cheers - Bill, AE6JV On 11/29/13 at 3:27 PM,

[Elecraft] Batteries and solar power

2013-11-29 Thread John's email
Rather than lithium ion I'd use AGM batteries. I had four of them in my motor home for about 8 years when I was on the road fulltime. They cost about twice as much as a flooded lead acid but are safe enough to ship by air etc. they last a long time, and are perfect for a green solution. I

Re: [Elecraft] For Sale Elecraft K1 4-band

2013-11-29 Thread David Ek
The K1 has been sold. 73, Dave NK0E David Ek d...@eksfiles.net wrote: Gang, I never thought I'd do this, but I'm selling my Elecraft K1 4-band QRP rig #1066. I purchased and built this radio in 2002 and have used it mostly portable for hundreds if not thousands of contacts. Includes KAT1

Re: [Elecraft] Batteries and solar power

2013-11-29 Thread Jeff Cochrane
On Thu, 28 Nov 2013 05:36:15 +1000, John's email k...@att.net wrote: I use 2 x 6V 300AH AGM batteries as the prime power source in my shack. I use a 15Amp smart charger to keep them topped up whilst mains power is available and a 200Watt solar panel is available for after cyclones

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Stand

2013-11-29 Thread kk5na
I received my new stand today. It is very nice and functional- easy setup and take-down. Works well with the KX3 Paddle and with the Pico Paddle. Great service from Richard and SOTAbeams. Joe KK5NA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] P3/SVGA send-receive

2013-11-29 Thread Gary and Kathleen Pearse
After some time adrift in radio ownership land I just received another K3/P3, now with a P3SVGA. Elecraft sales indicated that CW/RTTY/PSK encode send and decode receive was now enabled and viewable on the P3 by adding a PC compatible PC USB BIOS keyboard, and splitting the display. I don’t

[Elecraft] K3 + P3 Combo Pelican / Hard Case

2013-11-29 Thread Alan Hawrylyshen
I have looked at the archives a little bit, but I haven't quite stumbled on a short and sweet paragraph or two about this. Has anyone selected and used a Pelican case to protect and transport a K3/100 + P3 combo. If so, what case did you choose? I've been looking at the 15xx (1550) and possibly

Re: [Elecraft] K3 + P3 Combo Pelican / Hard Case

2013-11-29 Thread Dave Van Wallaghen
Hi Alan, I used a Pelican 1610. I think I paid about $170 about 4 or 5 years ago. It holds the K3 and P3 side by side with a good amount of padding all around. There was enough room behind the P3 to put a small Gamma Research PS in there also. I bought the lid option to store a whole bunch