Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

Hello Wayne Would like to view both ARRL (old v new) synth plots side by side if possible! Don't subscribe to ARRL, so not privy to that info!! Ken.. G0ORH - M3i Sent from my iPad > On 20 Oct 2015, at 01:03, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > Hi all, > > You may have noticed that

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

Hi Wayne, thank you very much! It is explaining a lot... It is really appreciated to have so close-in support from you! best regards, 73 - Petr, OK1RP - http://ok1rp.blogspot.com -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

When I built my K3, my thumb was bleeding after inserting the TMP connectors. They are nasty little things! 73, George, K5KG. On 10/20/2015 9:35 AM, Alan Sewell N5NA wrote: You were right Guy. My rig ran fine all day yesterday and then last night I had the same problem. Opened it up and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

I though that is what needle nose pliers and surgical forceps are used for.plugging in TMP connectors. The side tabs on the TMP connectors make for an excellent gripping tab for forceps. 73 Bob, K4TAX On 10/20/2015 8:41 AM, George K5KG via Elecraft wrote: When I built my K3, my thumb

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

Wayne, thank you for your clarification. That was something that appeared very strange to me while looking at the graphs, and was thinking if it was some sort of mistake. Probably many people had my same thoughts. Unfortunately the QST paper copies can't be fixed, and this will generate some

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

Maybe the next version of radio can use SMA board mount connectors. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 20, 2015, at 08:41, George K5KG via Elecraft > wrote: > > When I built my K3, my thumb was bleeding after inserting the TMP connectors. > They are nasty little things!

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

New ICOM IC-7851 can do this, for TX and RX record this all on a single SD card on IC-7851 for the whole CQWW DX contest for you. 73 Mike __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

Hi Ken, When they issue a revised Figure 10 for the article, we'll put it on our website. 73, Wayne N6KR On Oct 20, 2015, at 12:07 AM, Ken Chandler wrote: > Hello Wayne > Would like to view both ARRL (old v new) synth plots side by side if > possible! > Don't subscribe to

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

Does the 7851 come pre-installed as a mobile rig in a car for that price? I'd think you could close to buy a nice Elecraft rig, a recording device (if needed) for contests, AND a decent used car for that money. That is, unless you want to pretend that you're a commercial airline pilot with all

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

Vic has it correct. Thinking carefully about what I did, without ever hurting my fingers: I gradually insert the TMP lightly with a back and forth twisting motion and ALWAYS wiggle the connector a little until I feel the opening for the center conductor. Then a slight bit more push after I'm

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

I spotted the "anomoly" immediately in the composit noise chart.Really weird, how there was a crossover. I even re-read the text to see if they pointed it out. Nope.There is even an article in the issue by the publisher about the quality process they go through to assure accuracy in product

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

I wonder, how many DX contest winner plaques can you buy for $14,500. On Tue, 20 Oct 2015 11:06:08 -0400 "Chester Alderman" wrote: > For $14,500 bucks one should suspect the 7851 could be able to do anything? > > No thanks...I will stick with my K3! > > 73, > Tom >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

The cost differential probably makes that impractical. However does anyone know if there is a tool for insertion and removal of those TMP connectors? I'd surely invest in one if I ever saw it. They definitely are a PITA. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR . On 10/20/2015 10:13 AM,

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 troubles

Hi Petr, I can't find this mod for the KPA500 on the Elecraft site. In fact, I can't find any KPA500 mods. Where is it on the web site, please? I must be looking in the wrong place... 73 Stewart G3RXQ On Tue, 20 Oct 2015 08:58:17 -0700 (MST), ok1rp wrote: > Hi Jack, > > if your KPA500 has

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Settings

Well again we get into conditions which typically manifest into Common Mode Current issues. Depending on antenna, I always carry a coax jumper with a bunch, as in 50 to 75, of Ferrite beads of #43 and #73 material. This is always connected direct to the ANT connector on the radio. If you are

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

Well. . . In the spirit of the original thread, how much of an effort would it have been to record this "top position" example ? /joe -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Shearer Sent: Monday, October 19, 2015 7:59 PM To:

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 troubles

Peter, thanksamp on it's way to Elecraft. I will report results when I get it back. Jack W4GRJ On Oct 20, 2015, at 11:58 AM, ok1rp [via Elecraft] wrote: Hi Jack, if your KPA500 has LPF board rev. D or earlier then You will need to make LPF TR

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

Hi, btw: The TMP cable 12" is the Elecraft part: #E850339. 73 - Petr, OK1RP - http://ok1rp.blogspot.com -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-No-Receive-No-Transmit-SOLVED-tp7609301p7609344.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

Thanks Wayne, Appreciated. Ken.. G0ORH Sent from my iPad > On 20 Oct 2015, at 15:35, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > Hi Ken, > > When they issue a revised Figure 10 for the article, we'll put it on our > website. > > 73, > Wayne > N6KR > > > >> On Oct 20, 2015, at 12:07

[Elecraft] Mic Settings

I know this subject has come up many times. I brought my new K3S to Aruba and it's my first time using it on SSB. Before my trip I listened to myself on another radio and thought that I had the settings figured out, but now I have some doubts. Yesterday on 15m I received a comment that I was

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

The TMP connectors are not that hard to insert, but the danger is that it is easy to apply too much force when they are not aligned properly, and damage the socket-board connection. You can lift the trace from the board if you are not careful (yes, I learned this the hard way). The trick is

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] K-3 for sale

I had an inquiry...the 500Hz filter is in fact an 8 pole that was purchased direct from INRAD, #728 is what the the INRAD site shows. On 10/20/2015 11:21 AM, Mike Kasrich a...@indy.rr.com [Elecraft_K3] wrote: SN 790 100w with sub RX. One owner (me), Non-smoker This was built from a kit and

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 troubles

Hi Jack, if your KPA500 has LPF board rev. D or earlier then You will need to make LPF TR Switch Rework REV5 modification, Elecraft parts kit: E850607. But maybe there is another issue in your case. Try to read first then decide. If you want and you have SMD tools then You can try to make this

[Elecraft] FW: K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

Same here. I wouldn't dare use my bare fingers on those things. chas -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob McGraw - K4TAX Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2015 9:55 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

Hi Bob, yes, sure. The TMP hand-crimp-tool link is here: http://www.scsiglobal.com/TaikoDenki/hand_crimp_tool.htm More details about the TMP technology (I do not like it :) is here: http://ok1rp.blogspot.ch/2015/10/elecraft-k3-tmp-k01x-a1-connector-and.html regards, 73 - Petr, OK1RP -

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

Good point. Heck for 10 grand, I'll come over and videotape the entire evolution. Leaves ya almost enough for a new K3S --- for sure a used K3. > From: alderm...@windstream.net > To: ava...@verizon.net > Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2015 11:06:08 -0400 > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

[Elecraft] K-3 for sale

SN 790 100w with sub RX. One owner (me), Non-smoker This was built from a kit and was at Elecraft one time for a look over and update but that was a while ago. Works fine currently in use. What's in it Filters all 8 pole in main and sub as follows 2.8, 1.8, 500 and 250 hz 100w PA KAT3 KXV3

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

Alan, big congrats! Seems like Mr. Murphy left your house and you found it quickly. In general it looks like boards should be redesigned for more reliable connectors as SMA or even better one. 73 - Petr, OK1RP - http://ok1rp.blogspot.com -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

Doug, I have a pair of K3 rigs and just pull a parallel stereo (Y connector) feed from my SO2R box headphone output and put it in the LINE IN jack of my computer's sound card. Works great with Audacity and a low fidelity selection speed running on my contesting logging computer. An entire 48

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Settings

On Tue,10/20/2015 9:45 AM, Bob McGraw - K4TAX wrote: See http://www.dj0ip.de/antennas/ for further info on baluns, common mode chokes and OCFD antennas. On EQ, I suggest setting TX EQ: 50 Hz @ -16 dB, 100 Hz @ -12 Db, 200 Hz @ -6 dB with the remainder at 0 dB.

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

A modestly priced stereo voice recorder that I use for other things (Olympus WS-812) could easily do a 48 hour contest. Held in a wooden jig with an ear bud adjacent each mic it will do a good job. The thing it lacks is a quick way to search. Over 48 hours there would be some timing error in

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Settings

On Tue,10/20/2015 8:51 AM, j...@kk9a.com wrote: I am using a Heil HC-4 element with no equalizer settings, mic 30 compression 18. Hi John, I'd be happy to listen to you on the air and talk you through adjustments. Some suggestions. Ignore your numbers of 30 and 18 -- they are the wrong

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 troubles

Does anyone have a serial number for the changeover? I don't see anything on the Elecraft wab page. Buck k4ia K3 #101 Honor Roll 333 8B DXCC On 10/20/2015 11:58 AM, ok1rp wrote: Hi Jack, if your KPA500 has LPF board rev. D or earlier then You will need to make LPF TR Switch Rework REV5

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

This is what happens when there is less then careful/knowledgeable proof reading. Bill W2BLC K-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Settings

K4TAX wrote: >Well again we get into conditions which typically manifest into Common >Mode Current issues. Depending on antenna, I always carry a coax jumper >with a bunch, as in 50 to 75, of Ferrite beads of #43 and #73 material. The most versatile problem-solvers are K9YC's favorite large #31

Re: [Elecraft] K3 main DSP Board upgrade Price ?

He is a member of a larger group -Original Message- From: "David Cole" Sent: ‎19/‎10/‎2015 4:47 AM To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 main DSP Board upgrade Price ? No he isn't... -- Thanks and 73's, For equipment,

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

Maybe. Or maybe the copy editor is a fan of Flex gear.  Rick, K2XT is correct. Not to go off the deep end here, but a simple correction doesn't undo the damage to Elecraft's reputation that this "error" appearing in print has caused. QST really should reprint the entire review with an

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Settings

Jim, I would take you up on that if possible as well!! Pick a time... -- 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:

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

I wish the transmitted noise was presented more like a proof of performance. One line for the FCC requirement, then a broad line showing the curves of the three best rigs tested so far. That would give a clear view of whether this transmitter was just barely good enough or among the best.

Re: [Elecraft] sound card, microphone and k3

Do you have MENU:MIC+Lin ON? 73, Mike NF4L > On Oct 20, 2015, at 4:20 PM, NE9U - Jasper wrote: > > i am trying to get sound card audio to feed my k3 for the ssb contest this > weekend and also use my Heil headset. > > if i feed the line out from the computer to line in of

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

On 10/20/2015 4:48 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: > One line for the FCC requirement, then a broad line showing the curvesof the three best rigs tested so far. Unfortunately, there is no FCC requirement for transmitted phase noise. Showing the "best three" on the graph is a good idea but the

Re: [Elecraft] sound card, microphone and k3

Thanks Mike...should have known elecraft had already thought of that!I'm still kinda new to this rig and haven't found all the menu selection items yet. Is there a line in setting to equalize with the mic...its rather low... output out on card is max. else i probably just need to rerecord

[Elecraft] sound card, microphone and k3

i am trying to get sound card audio to feed my k3 for the ssb contest this weekend and also use my Heil headset. if i feed the line out from the computer to line in of k3, neither the front or rear panel headset inputs are enabled, so headset doesnt work, but i do get the sound card audio. if

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

> That would give a clear view of whether this transmitter was just barely good > enough or among the best. > > wunder > K6WRU The link to new data that Wayne sent showed a VERY beautiful, detailed readout from their test gear. Not that crude, little (what looks like) hand drawn chart

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

> One line for the FCC requirement, then a broad line showing the curves of > the three best rigs tested so far. > Please give a reference for "FCC requirement." Best I have been able to find are wishy-washy words addressing something like best or current engineering standards. 73, Hank, W6SX

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

The plots have been updated in the online QST article: http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/arrl/qst_201511/index.php#/60 Ed W0YK _ Rick K2XT wrote: I spotted the "anomoly" immediately in the composit noise chart.Really weird, how

Re: [Elecraft] QST Review of KSYN3A synth has erroneous TX phase noise plot

It was also a process issue. One wonders what others errors have been reported as "fact" because equipment wasn't properly set up. I have personally never made a mistake -- right -- NOT ;) Mistakes happen. But this needs more than a footnote's worth of clarification ... Grant NQ5T Sent

[Elecraft] KBPF3A < TT Jupiter on Broadcast Band

I recently installed a KBPF3A in the sub receiver. I've been surprised to discover on direct A/B comparisons using the same antenna that my old TT Jupiter is much more sensitive on the broadcast band. A station that comes in at S-6 on the Jupiter is maybe an S-2 on the K3s. This is very

Re: [Elecraft] Use of ICOM AH4 Antenna Tuner

I downloaded Icom's paper on using the AH-4 with non-Icom transceivers from: Icom America - Knowledge Base Article 667G435193 but haven't fully implemented it with my K3 yet. I breadboarded the simple circuit that they show in this article, but further work will be needed to make it behave the

Re: [Elecraft] Recording CQ WW CW and SSB

For $14,500 bucks one should suspect the 7851 could be able to do anything? No thanks...I will stick with my K3! 73, Tom -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Michael Aust Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2015 10:34 AM To: Elecraft List

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Settings

There's a much easier and much better way to "do it by yourself". I use a free application Audacity for the process. Connect the K3 to the computer using the same method as for digital modes. Activate the K3S in the TEST mode, turn up the MON gain to about 10 and activate the record mode in

[Elecraft] K3 Received Signal Drops When Roofing Filter Switched In

Gents, I wasn't sure how to even search for a question similar to mine, so if this a duplicate, please forgive me. Have a K3 with the 400 Hz 8-pole filter. With the band conditions being so poor, I've been experimenting with different settings of DSP on weak signals. I've also been

[Elecraft] KPA500 Internal Clicking Sound

Once my KPA500 warms up, it begins making sporadic clicking sounds. Usually it sounds like a relay but sometimes it's quieter and might be metal buckling as it contracts and expands. Any suggestions on tracking it down? Thanks, /Rick -- Rick Tavan N6XI Truckee, CA

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Internal Clicking Sound

I am experiencing the same issue. Amp works fine however. Seems to be heat related. Michael- KD8TUT On 10/20/2015 9:41 PM, Rick Tavan N6XI wrote: Once my KPA500 warms up, it begins making sporadic clicking sounds. Usually it sounds like a relay but sometimes it's quieter and might

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Internal Clicking Sound

Well, I'll be! I've had the amp (albeit with some part replacemnts) since field test days and just started noticing the clicking. Never saw that warning in he manual which may post-date construction of my amp. Thanks, Harry. /Rick On Tue, Oct 20, 2015 at 7:00 PM, Harry Yingst

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Internal Clicking Sound

Page 17 of the manual "you may hear audible clicking sounds,particularly as amplifier components cool after transmitting. This is normal." From: Rick Tavan N6XI To: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2015 9:41 PM Subject:

[Elecraft] KRC-2 and 6m

How do you get an output for 6m from the KRC-2? 73 jim ab3cv __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Internal Clicking Sound

http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KPA500-clicking-td7596512.html On 10/20/2015 6:41 PM, Rick Tavan N6XI wrote: Once my KPA500 warms up, it begins making sporadic clicking sounds. Usually it sounds like a relay but sometimes it's quieter and might be metal buckling as it contracts and

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Internal Clicking Sound

Yes, you will find in the archives that this is a "normal" occurrence with the KPA500 - it IS heat/cooling related and is nothing to worry about. Jim Bennett / W6JHB Folsom, CA > On Oct 20, 2015, at 6:55 PM, Michael Cozzi wrote: > > >I am experiencing the same issue.

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A < TT Jupiter on Broadcast Band

There is a high pass filter in the K3 to protect the t/r switch. It is in the circuit to the main antenna input. To listen to the bc band you should use the rx antenna input which is after the h/p filter. Vic 4X6GP/K2VCO Sent from my phone > On Oct 21, 2015, at 1:36, Carl Jón Denbow

Re: [Elecraft] K3 No Receive, No Transmit - SOLVED

You were right Guy. My rig ran fine all day yesterday and then last night I had the same problem. Opened it up and used some needle-nose pliers on the TMP connectors to twist and push. I was able to insert a couple a little further and found one was only about half inserted. Maybe I have