Sort of related to your problem...
Last week I bought the PX3 for my KX3. The PX3 required a much later firmware
installed in the KX3 than was in it (I had not kept it current; if it ain't
broke, don't fix it mentality). So, I downloaded the current KX3 utility, got
the latest firmware and
I switch between low power with JT65/JT9 and regular use with my KPA500 for CW.
I set up a JT65 macro to switch antennas and change my power down to 20 watts
as well as put the K3 into DATA mode. I have a second macro to switch back to
regular CW mode, other the antenna and 100 watts. I also
I'm trying to get my new K3 on the digital modes using HRD. On the
advice from the good folks on this list, I purchased a Tascam US122 MK
II. No regrets there, it's a great unit for the price.
My setup has HRD running under VMWare on a Macbook Pro/Yosemite. I'm
running latest Windows 8.1 with
Frank,
The problem has to do with the light conductivity of the LCD diffuser.
It is possible that one of the thin plastic sheets on the diffuser that
should not have been removed was actually removed during assembly.
The only correction is to replace the diffuser. Unfortunately, it is
below
I have the Tascam US122mkII running on MacOS 10.7.5 on a MacBook
Pro. I'm running it on MacOS rather than Windows. It works, but
I occasionally have to reboot the Mac to get the driver to
properly connect with the Tascam. When it's not working, it
looks like everything is connected properly,
I believe I saw a pdf diagram for the KPA500 on the elecraft yahoo group in
the Files area a while back.
73, Yngvi TF3Y
On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 2:25 AM, hsherriff hsherr...@reagan.com wrote:
There is a set of 17 pages pdf that can be downloaded from www.mods.dk
No idea how old it is ...
The first cardinal rule when a peripheral or device quits working under a
Windows OS: check/reinstall the driver and look for anything that might have
changed in software. I cringe at the number of modems, sound cards, etc.
which have been thrown in the trash by people who didn't understand the
I'm not familiar with VMWare, but under Parallels, youhave to make sure that
the various devices, e.g., theserial lines and/or audio codecs, that you need
for HRDhave been assigned to Parallels (and Windows) so thatWindows can legally
access them. It sounds like you've gotthat much at least
I have a new KPA500. It works well on all HF bands but on six meters
with any more than 280 watts out I get a PA DISS fault. This is into a
500 watt dummy load. External Diawa CN 801 power meter power reading
agrees with the KPA500 wattmeter.
At 280 Watts out the drive, from the K3, on six
I think I actually misworded things.
I have N1MM and use it for CW all the time.
I have the audio cables, and everything works fine for AFSK PSK31.
I just have little experience recently with RTTY, and I just want to set it up
correctly.
Joe
From: Gordon LaPoint
I have the audio cables, and everything works fine for AFSK PSK31.
If everything works normally for PSK31, you should be able to use
the same configuration *except* you select AFSK A for RTTY in the
K3.
That should work with MMTTY or the MMTTY interface built into the
Digital Interface of
MMTTY [free] will provide stand-alone AFSK RTTY with your current setup.
N1MM will also use the MMTTY engine for you in a contest or when
calling DX in a pileup. Download MMTTY to someplace on your computer,
and then in the N1MM setup, tell it where to find MMTTY. Then, in N1MM
when you
On 03/30/2015 02:42 PM, Joe Moffatt wrote:
Apparently I haven't fooled with RTTY of any seriousness in years, but I am
starting to get interested in DX chasing with it.
So, how do you guys recommend setting up the K3. I see FSK is much preferred
by most to AFSK using say FLDIGI and audio
Apparently I haven't fooled with RTTY of any seriousness in years, but I am
starting to get interested in DX chasing with it.
So, how do you guys recommend setting up the K3. I see FSK is much preferred
by most to AFSK using say FLDIGI and audio input now days.
I know VERY little about this.
Definitely going to try that!
Original message
From: Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com
Date: 03/30/2015 3:03 PM (GMT-06:00)
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY K3 Help
I have the audio cables, and everything works fine for AFSK PSK31.
If everything
Is there a K4 or 1500 watt amplifier on the horizon?
Fred, K3BHX
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AFSK PSK31? There's an oxymoron ;)
If you have PSK31 working, you can do AFSK RTTY with the same hardware
configuration, but use the AFSK A sub-mode, instead of DATA A. If
you want to do FSK instead (FSK D sub-mode), you'll need a hardware
interface of some sort (could be as simple as a couple of
John,
LPB2 has a lot of problems. If you want to go with NaP3, use LP Bridge. I have
used that for a while and it works great. But, I have found a better solution,
Win4K3. It uses com0com for port replication vice LPB and appears to be much
smoother. I just did the WPX this weekend with N1MM+
You'll have better luck at va2fsq.com
73, Ross N4RP
On 3/30/2015 7:00 PM, hsherriff wrote:
John
Check out Win4K3 by Tom. Find it at va2fsg.com
Harlan
NC3C
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div Original message /divdivFrom: John Reilly reill...@comcast.net
I tried but heard nothing from the net around 14.303.5.
Only heard CQ Contest, CQ Contest, ...
Not hearing the net I did not make a call.
Been busy last few weeks and finally free for Sunday morning.
73, Ed - KL7UW
http://www.kl7uw.com
Kits made by KL7UW
Dubus Mag business:
I have been trying to find a good computer SDR software solution to use
with my KX3.
First, I tried LPB2 with NaP3. NaP3 had an incredible amount of images,
and this software combination with the KX3 caused random loss of CW
elements (Like lose a dit in 'r'). Larry Phipps said this didn't
Until either of those products are actually close enough to release to
take orders, the answer will always be no. That's just the way it is.
(This in no way should imply that either is in actual development).
73,
Bruce N1RX
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On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 1:59 PM, Gerry Hull ge...@w1ve.com wrote:
I do not see a kit for it, but it would be a cool idea for those who wanted
to convert a
K3/0 into a full rig. Are their any plans to do this?
Doubt it ... especially considering that the non-mini K3/0 is no
longer available.
John
Check out Win4K3 by Tom. Find it at va2fsg.com
Harlan
NC3C
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/divdivTo: elecraft@mailman.qth.net /divdivCc:
Thanks for all the helpful tips and information. Through more
testing, it appears it's not DM-780 problem at all, but more likely a
bug in the VMWare USB stack. I can get PC sounds to play through the
device, but as soon as I change anything at all, the sounds stop
working and nothing I can do
Yes, you are.
Dummy loads are not fun, like nice radios.
When I built a Heathkit HW100, 45 years ago, I needed a dummy load to align the
transmitter section.
Not having one, and having just spent all my discretionary funds on the radio,
I used a pencil lead to make a resistor element.
I had to
I often wonder about people who will buy expensive (but excellent) radio's,
then baulk at spending a few bucks, quid's or ?, on basic test kit like a
half decent dummy load!
Am I missing something?
Dave G0WBX.
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John
I am using VSPE software to share serial port for NaP3 and Logger32
logging program. SDR program is NaP3.
I have not found better way to add virtual PX3 for KX3 except this.
I sometimes have unexpected error on NaP3 though...
73 de aki
ja1nlx
On 2015/03/31 7:19, John Reilly wrote:
I have
Yeah! When the Cows come home to roost!
73 Milverton / W9MMS.
From: Fred Serota fser...@msn.com
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2015 3:14 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] Is there a K4 on the horizon?
Is there a K4 or 1500 watt amplifier on the horizon?
Fred,
I do not see a kit for it, but it would be a cool idea for those who wanted
to convert a
K3/0 into a full rig. Are their any plans to do this?
73, Gerry W1VE
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Good stuff Rick. I bought and built the OHR-100RFL because it was
priced reasonable, it was 100W rated, and I figured with all my QRP rigs
it would last my ancestors a couple dozen lifetimes. I have a couple
other 20W homebrew loads around here too...can never find one when I
need it
No guarantees, but I understand that Elecraft may be making a new
product announcement at IDXC in Visalia at the new product showcase on
April 18th.
I don't guarantee to be there, as this forum is scheduled for
0830-0930L. :-)
Last time I got excited about the announcement of a new
The DB Products 50 watt dummy load has been spoken for.
W0EB
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Last year at IDXC, I decided to take a chance during a forum that Eric
was presenting, to put in a good word for an all-mode VHF/UHF
transceiver. I brought up the point that Elecraft already sells
transverters for 2m/222 MHz/432 MHz, so they have the technology.
Unfortunately, it comes down
It appears some think just because you are interested in building a new
dummy load that you don't have one. Interesting how some can build an
entirely wrong building out of wrong assumptions.
I have a 300w and a 1500w dry dummy loads and a Cantenna that all work just
fine but just thought
I have a decent DB Products 50 ohm, 50 watt dummy load that measures right at
50 ohms on 3 different meters. It has an N male connector which can easily
be adapted to whatever you need.
I have several Bird dummy load/wattmeter combinations and don't really need
this one.
I'll ask $25 for it
Sadly, neatness of the installation has never made it onto my
installation radar screen. Just look behind my wireless.
73,
Fred K6DGW
- Northern California Contest Club
- CU in the 50th Running of the Cal QSO Party 3-4 Oct 2015
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On 3/30/2015 5:05 PM, Gary Gregory wrote:
The k3
Because it's the piddely stuff like connectors and coax and dummy loads,
etc...that will run you out of the hobby. Ask any boat owner. There is a reason
why they call boats holes in the water you pour money into. Same thing for
planes at engine overhall time.
If you can save bucks by building
Hi All,
Excess to my needs: New in original package Elecraft KFL3A-200, 5 pole, 200
Hz IF filter for the K3. $75 shipped CONUS.
73,
Julius Fazekas
n2wn
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Julius Fazekas
N2WN
Tennessee Contest Group
http://www.k4ro.net/tcg/index.html
Tennessee QSO Party
http://www.tnqp.org/
Elecraft K2
I'm 100% in agreement with you Gary.
Announce a Mobile Radio ( Elecraft KXM3 ) and I'll be the first one
standing on the Street Corner robbing the proverbial Lil Ole Lady
73))) Milverton / W9MMS.
From: Gary Gregory vk1zzg...@gmail.com
To: Milverton M. Swire tnny...@yahoo.com
Well here is hoping for the long awaited TX module for the P3.
Hopefully it will appear on the WEB site for ordering at the same time. I really
want to retire my old Heath SB610. It is my last in use hollow state device.
73,
Bob
K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) K2TKR
On 3/30/2015 8:09 PM, Jim
This stuff isn't as sexy as a radio or big antenna, but it's equally
important. The way to economize on things like this is to find good
stuff used/surplus, not cheap junk.
Try sticking a network analyzer on a home brew dummy load and see what it looks
like.
Gary
In the KX3 I am looking for a functional way to key the dvr from a contest
logger via CAT commands.
For instance to trigger the M1 dvr selection this string is sent and it
actuates that DVR selection
{CATA1ASC SWT21;}{CATA2ASC SWT21;}
Assuming the KX3 SWT21 is different than the K3, what would
Be nice to hear of a KM3
Mobile transceiver maybe with HF/6/VHF/UHF capsbility.
Anyone serious about a mobile setup would much prefer a dedicated
transceiver over trying to use a kx3 which has some major obstacles when
installing it for mobile use.
The k3 is a bit to large in many instances
I can just picture the conversation:
Support Tech: What are you using for a dummy load?
Ham: A pencil lead.
Support Tech: silence
Made my day.
73, Bill W6WRT
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On Mon,3/30/2015 5:37 PM, Kevin Stover wrote:
Because it's the piddely stuff like connectors and coax and dummy loads,
etc...that will run you out of the hobby. Ask any boat owner. There is a reason
why they call boats holes in the water you pour money into. Same thing for
planes at engine
Well i dont see where a huge budget is needed for a mobile version of the
k3.
Remote the box, single rcvr, minimum hardware and a 100w pa.
Remote head should not be too hard to come up with?
The competition is pretty darn ordinary.
73
Gary
Vk1ZZ
K3, KPA500-FT, KAT500-FT
On 31/03/2015
Nevermind.. I found it. Apologies for the qrm.
From: Chris Tate - N6WM
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2015 7:06 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: KX3 CAT commands for DVR
In the KX3 I am looking for a functional way to key the dvr from a contest
logger via CAT commands.
For instance to
I've been thinking about building a dry dummy load using the load resistors
that can be bolted to a heatsink
I wonder if Elecraft could build a dry dummy load into a P3 sized enclosure to
match the K-line.
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Very well said, don.
If ham does not need a new dummy load, there are a lot nice ones available in
the used market at a very reasonable price.
Nowadays, frequency counter, RF watt meter and DMM are all available at a much
affordable price. Even a temperature controlled soldering iron is not
I think that attitude spells the difference between appliance
operators and those who are willing to check out, and otherwise examine
their ham gear. How many transceiver problems turn out to be problems
with the antenna system? The number is larger than many are willing to
admit.
In the
On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 8:02 AM, GDR k...@charter.net wrote:
...This is the same computer I have been using all along with all of my
Elecraft equipment and it worked last time,,,
I had a Windows 7 laptop that ran my station perfectly for years. Then one
day it would
Folks, I have two of these one is S/N 906 and the other one is 57xx.
The light on 906 is bright on both ends and the 57xx is about the same level
across the display.
Without tearing apart both… anyone know what I can change on 906 to make it the
same level of brightness across the panel?
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