[Elecraft] K60 XV key line

2014-06-23 Thread Chris Meagher
Hi I have installed the K60XV into my K2 #3666. I wish to key a KXPA100, using the J2 connector key line. Will the circuit handle this? Or any better idea to implement amp keying? Thanks, Chris VK2ACD __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K60 XV key line

2014-06-23 Thread Don Wilhelm
Chris, Yes, that keyline will handle the voltage and current of the KXPA100 Keyin line with no problem. The 2N7000 will handle up to 60 volts and 200 ma. 73, Don W3FPR On 6/23/2014 5:24 AM, Chris Meagher wrote: Hi I have installed the K60XV into my K2 #3666. I wish to key a KXPA100, using

[Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread jsdroyster
Perhaps others like me are unaware of this proposed FCC rule that would allow digital communication modes 2.8 kHz in width to be used robotically in the CW and data sub-bands without regard to interference. ARRL supports this and evidently initiated it.

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Sam Carson
This is not the place for this. Eric take note please Sam Carson K4soc -Original Message- From: jsdroys...@nc.rr.com Sent: Monday, June 23, 2014 9:13 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes Perhaps others like me are

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Jerome Sodus
Hello, I bought a KX3 to induce me to learn the code and operate portable. Randal Evans, who is not a ham, wants RM-11708 approved, so he can use the ham-bands to download movies. Imagine that happening where I want to operate CW and PSK31. Here is Evans' message to the FCC sent in last week:

[Elecraft] OT: Mechanical Dot Stabilizer

2014-06-23 Thread G Wood
When I used a Vibroplex semi-auto key, many years ago. I cut a piece off a rubber eraser and fitted it in the contact end of the U-spring, this stopped the contact bounce. 73's - Graham G3VIP __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] FS PR6 6m Preamp

2014-06-23 Thread DGB
I have replaced my PR6 with the PR6-10 and it is now surplus to my needs. Adapters, DB-15/RCA Power cable, and Owners Manual included. $95 shipped Conus 73 Dwight NS9I __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] roofing filters

2014-06-23 Thread Robert 'RC' Conley
I ordered a 500hz and 200hz filters for CW on K3 #8361 The 500hz does not seem to function. The 2.7Khz works fine as does the 200hz the 500hz seems dead any thoughts would be helpful. Yes they were installed properly RC KC5WA -- Wiol ono Ham Radio! IT IS MY ADDICTION

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Sandy Blaize
think my comments on RM-11708 went thru. This is very serious to ANYONE who wants to retain narrow band digital communications like JT9 and PSK31 and RTTY!! Also to CW Dxers and contesters! If this passes, it will change amateur radio as we have known it forever. There will be no weak

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread KQ8M
The worst part of the quote from the yachtsman that really ticks me off is where he says: Its a great service because all of the other available Internet services cost money. Really? We end up with this QRM so boaters don't have to pay for internet services? In my comments to the FCC I stated

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Walter Underwood
Five days ago (6/18), Eric declared this off topic and asked the discussion to end. This was his post. Folks - please take this thread off list immediately. In general, please do notdiscuss amateur policy issues here. That is a deep rabbit hole that can and will generate voluminous OT traffic.

Re: [Elecraft] roofing filters

2014-06-23 Thread Ted Bryant
Is the 500hz filter turned ON in the CONFIG menu? Are the filter gain and offset set properly? 73, Ted W4NZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Robert 'RC' Conley Sent: Monday, June 23, 2014 10:46 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread David G4DMP
Thank you, Walter. I was about to suggest to Eric that he seriously consider appointing a deputy moderator to keep the reflector in check when he is not around. It is good to see that you have volunteered for the job. Keep up the good work. There is far too much off-topic stuff on here so

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Mike Harris
Indeed it does, not just the USA. I hope the IARU is making appropriate noise. Regards, Mike VP8NO On 23/06/2014 12:23, KQ8M wrote: BTW, this affects ALL amateurs so this crosses in to the on topic line. __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] P3SVGA

2014-06-23 Thread Paul Saffren N6HZ
Hi Phil, It sounds like the SVGA board is not powering up, or there is something wrong with it. Be sure to check the 40 pin connector between the P3 I/O board (serial board) and the SVGA board, and make sure it is aligned properly and that all pins are inserted correctly. Then look at the 40

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT
More to the point, if we don't keep the list clean, I'm sure it could be a true moderated list with the flip of a switch. If that happened, a moderator would have to approve all posts before they go out to the list -- and that slows the tempo way down. -- Lynn On 6/23/2014 8:54 AM, David

Re: [Elecraft] FS PR6 6m Preamp Sold

2014-06-23 Thread DGB
FS PR6 6m Preamp I have replaced my PR6 with the PR6-10 and it is now surplus to my needs. Adapters, DB-15/RCA Power cable, and Owners Manual included. $95 shipped Conus 73 Dwight NS9I __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] KPA500 270V ERR

2014-06-23 Thread Paul DeFelice
I sent the following email to Elecraft support today but would appreciate any input that the reflector could offer. 73 Paul K9NU My KPA500 (S/N 1073) gave me a 270V ERR message last evening. I removed the top cover (over-road the interlock switch) unplugged the white connector from the PA

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT
Your argument is basically free speech vs. the wishes of the forum owner. The list owner has observed that any post on amateur radio politics is going to generate a lot of traffic and is inevitably controversial. Since the purpose of the list is to discuss Elecraft products, and not amateur

Re: [Elecraft] [XOT] freedom of speech...

2014-06-23 Thread Phil Hystad
Note: there is no freedom of speech on a forum such as the Elecraft e-mail reflector (and most other similar forums). Indeed, this forum could be placed in moderate mode by Elecraft and they can censor, reject, and even modify a posting, without any needed cause -- just per their whim! The

Re: [Elecraft] [XOT] freedom of speech...

2014-06-23 Thread John, 9H5G
Unsubscribe. P.S. Given the whining about narrow bandwidth, the contributors to this ridiculous thread might consider those that use narrow bandwidth to receive email and trim their posts accordingly. Thanks and 73 - I'm off to Yahoo till this place is cleaned up. 73 de John, 9H5G

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Rick Bates, WA6NHC
The First Amendment stops the government (in the US) from interfering with free expression. This list is not owned by the government; the amendment doesn't apply. Let's move on please. Rick, WA6NHC iPad = small keypad = typos = sorry ;-) On Jun 23, 2014, at 10:03 AM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread David Cole
OMG This is forking into a constitutional discussion... N -- Thanks and 73's, For equipment, and software setups and reviews see: www.nk7z.net for MixW support see; http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mixw/info for Dopplergram information see:

[Elecraft] RM proposal

2014-06-23 Thread Acbross via Elecraft
I guess everyone missed the part about him transmitting in the hambands without a license. Time for someone to put him off the air.(FCC) Art KC7GF __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread mcduffie
If this comes to fruition there will be a mass exodus of regular hams and this will affect not only Elecraft but all ham radio manufacturers Which means it is off topic for this ELECRAFT related forum. Take it to some wider forum and have at it. Gary

[Elecraft] Off-Topic - ARRL Field Day 630M Beacons

2014-06-23 Thread Eric NO3M
Sorry for the off-topic message; just attempting to distribute this information effectively. Thank you. Several Amateur Radio operators will be running Part 5 experimental 630M CW beacons during the ARRL Field day event: WG2XKA (op WA3ETD), 1W ERP 472.5 kHz VT WG2XJM (op NO3M), 20-30W ERP

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Gary Gregory
Good grief folks. No more 2 cents worth please...even I get it! End of thread...I hope.. Gary On 24 June 2014 08:17, mcduf...@ag0n.net wrote: If this comes to fruition there will be a mass exodus of regular hams and this will affect not only Elecraft but all ham radio manufacturers

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread Bill Turner
I'm really getting tired of these endless off topic posts. I kind of understand when a post starts off about Elecraft and drifts off, but lately there have been a LOT of posts that start totally off topic and go from there. Eric, how about putting an end to it? Bill W6WRT

[Elecraft] K2/100 Transmit shut down

2014-06-23 Thread Arthur Lewis
*My k2/100 has just developed a transmit problem. In CW it cuts out when I drive it above 50 watts. It comes up with HI Reflected or PA Hot. I am using a dummy load and the SWR is 1.0. It sounds like I lost one of the finals, but wonder if anyone has had this problem. I built it in 1999 and the

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708 proposal to FCC threatens CW and digital modes

2014-06-23 Thread Milverton M. Swire via Elecraft
No more 2 cents worth please.. Who said Ham Radio Operators are CHEAP? ;-) 73 Milverton / W9MMS. On Monday, June 23, 2014 6:57 PM, Gary Gregory vk1zzg...@gmail.com wrote: Good grief folks. No more 2 cents worth please...even I get it! End of thread...I hope.. Gary On 24

[Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread Johnny Siu
Hello Bill, I fully appreciate your views but I am the one who always put up off topic questions to ask the experts here.  I did benefit by all those expert answers and learnt more radio knowledge.  Sometimes, my questions are not radio related.  For example, in 2011, I asked for tourist

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT
We can either put the job of moderating on Eric, or we can decide to follow the list guidelines ourselves, and there is no problem. If we each ask does this post meet the spirit of the list? and if the moderator was here right now, would he approve? It's up to us, guys. Do we really need

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread Phil Wheeler
I use filters. For example all that RM-? stuff goes directly to trash. Takes me a minute to build yet another one, and I have many now :-) Phil W7OX On 6/23/14, 5:52 PM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT wrote: We can either put the job of moderating on Eric, or we can decide to follow the list

Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 Transmit shut down

2014-06-23 Thread Don Wilhelm
Art, Normally, PA HOT and Hi REFL are 2 different things. For the PA HOT, let the KPA100 cool to ambient temperature and then power it on and check the K2 CAL TPA menu setting - it should be the room temperature in degC. (normal room temperature is about 23 degC). If it is much different

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread David Gilbert
It's a pretty insincere apology if you keep committing the same violation over and over again. On 6/23/2014 5:48 PM, Johnny Siu wrote: Hello Bill, I fully appreciate your views but I am the one who always put up off topic questions to ask the experts here. I did benefit by all those

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread Richard Solomon
'Tis always better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission ... 73, Dick, W1KSZ On 6/23/2014 6:49 PM, David Gilbert wrote: It's a pretty insincere apology if you keep committing the same violation over and over again. On 6/23/2014 5:48 PM, Johnny Siu wrote: Hello Bill, I

[Elecraft] Alignment and Test, Part 1 ... K1 2-band

2014-06-23 Thread Eugene Worth
I’m building a K1 for a fellow ham whose hands won’t allow the fine soldering work that this kit demands. This is the second K1 that I have built. All of the test points before alignment and test, part 1 have been nominal. I have successfully completed the tests on the LED and LCD/Error Codes

Re: [Elecraft] Alignment and Test, Part 1 ... K1 2-band

2014-06-23 Thread Eugene Worth
Yes, you would be correct. The primary problem with most of the errors is an operator problem. It helps when testing the headphones … to actually plug them into the headphone jack … and not the keyer jack … Ahem … stand down … this was a case of operator error … ;-/ gene WG7GW Back to

[Elecraft] Off-Topic

2014-06-23 Thread Johnny Siu
David, Noted and I only ask OT questions when strictly necessary.  Thanks for reminding. 73 Johnny VR2XMC 寄件人︰ David Gilbert xda...@cis-broadband.com 收件人︰ elecraft@mailman.qth.net 傳送日期︰ 2014年06月24日 (週二) 9:49 AM 主題︰ Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic It's a

Re: [Elecraft] Way OT - The Metric System is Inevitable

2014-06-23 Thread Brian Denley
Engineering was metric (MKS) in the late 60s when I got my degree. Sure we did some calculations with feet and inches by mostly it was meters, kilograms, etc. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jun 22, 2014, at 11:06 PM, Dauer, Edward eda...@law.du.edu wrote: Three of the more important

Re: [Elecraft] Using a KAT-500 and THP HL-1.5KFX

2014-06-23 Thread Morgan Bailey
Bump… Anyone? I'm about to be in the same boat pretty soon. Already have the 1.5kfx and I'm going to have a k3 and a kat500. I'm hoping that that there is a way to make them work together smoothly, much like the k3/kpa500/kat500 do… On Sun, Jun 22, 2014 at 6:43 AM, Peter Chamalian W1RM