Re: [Elecraft] Audio Mixer in the Ham Shack

Here's an idea for the shared key... Assuming a key with 2 leads and 4 rigs... Build a switch box around something like an NKK MRX204 rotary switch (This one switches 2 common leads simultaneously to 4 pairs of 2 switched leads) Add a perf board or custom PCB with appropriate chassis and 3.5mm

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

I apologize. I must have missed that part... __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 4:31 PM, Dave Cole wrote: > Hi, > Yes, the ";" is a slight delay... However I believe this issue goes > beyond a simple delay... > > As I mentioned in my last post, I have a

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Well, as it turns out, MOST of the engineering improvements in products come from the field by way of OCD folks like us. You should feel good that you contributed to the process. I am sure someone in the loop is monitoring this thread and making notes for possible documentation/design changes.

Re: [Elecraft] How do I switch to digest?

At the bottom of the home page, enter your subscribed email address and select “Unsubscribe or edit options”. Then enter your password on the next page that comes up. On the configuration page, the second selection in the group of grey areas is “Set Digest Mode”. Click “On” At the bottom of

[Elecraft] How do I switch to digest?

I'm dense, I went to the page and didn't see where to convert to digest instead of individual emails. Frank KG6N __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Removal

You might consider investing in an inexpensive automotive trim removal tool. The one I use from Advance Auto is non-marring and has multiple edges for sliding into the tiniest apertures - you know the crack in which you tried to use that screwdriver and messed up the powder coat finish? Ken -

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Removal

They are simple "press on" knobs. I rest my knuckles against the front panel while pulling on the knob and they pop right off. 73 Ron AC7aC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Michael Blake Sent: Wednesday, February 17, 2016 2:52 PM

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Well said Al, It seems to me that the list gets especially weird when the bands are bad! At any rate, a lot of the problems would be solved if people would follow your advice to wait overnight and also, as part of that process, re-read the OP and be sure you understand the question. Rick K6LE

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Removal

Don and Craig, thanks for the input. I have a new front panel on the way to correct a defect but did not want to bugger up either the knobs or old panel. I just remembered that they fit very tightly when I built the KX3. Thanks again, problem defined and solved. Michael Blake k9...@mac.com

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There's a lot of tension on the list right now. Can we all just step back for a second? This list, at times, can be downright infuriating to those of us who ask a question in good faith, only to have the thread go off the rails in a matter of minutes. I've been victimized countless times.

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

No worries Jim, I found out what I needed to know before proceeding, thanks for the reply. Cheers! 73, Gary, KA1J > My apologies, Gary -- I misinterpreted your query72 de Jim R. K9JWV > > > > -- > View this message in context: >

Re: [Elecraft] Audio Mixer in the Ham Shack

I hate swapping cables! To avoid it, I use a Shure Model SCM800 8/9 input mixer ($50 to $150 on that auction site) and a Dave Clark headset. I have audio on demand from 4 hf rigs, a vhf/uhf rig, and XM radio. Not a word of complaint from the XYL when I listen to 2 or more sources at once!

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Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

My apologies, Gary -- I misinterpreted your query72 de Jim R. K9JWV -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Amp-or-tuner-Chicken-or-Egg-tp7614243p7614267.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

I already suggested the manual. Ye, download it and read it. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 17, 2016, at 5:52 PM, Gary Smith wrote: > > Fellows, it was just a simple question I asked here so as to not > bother the techs at Elecraft with what may be an arcane

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Jim! How does your answer relates to the " Original Poster's " Question???! 73 Milverton / W9MMS From: James Bennett To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector Sent: Wednesday, February 17, 2016 4:35 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner /

[Elecraft] Audio Mixer in the Ham Shack

Yep, I’ve looked and there is a *lot* of information on this reflector about the subject. I have worked with David Anderson, GM4JJJ, on setting up my KX3 trying to minimize the connecting and disconnecting of cables to my Focusrite 2i2 sound card. The more I thought about the advice he gave

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

I'm sorry that I'm getting contacted off list by others who've brought this up and the fact it's easily findable by google. Just the fact that elecraft won't officially acknowledge the issue OR that you've not personally seen it doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Do a little research then come back

Re: [Elecraft] OT: About RTV

Your friendly local ACE hardware carries Permatex ULTRA BLACK PX 82180 RTV Silicone Gasket Maker - it is a non corrosive alcohol based cure.Not acetic acid. DXE also sells the same stuff in same package. 73 Hank K7HP - Original Message - Trivia ... RTV stands for room temperature

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Gary, It does not really make that much difference - there are no inter-dependencies. The assembly manual tells builders to build up the K3S with the LPA first, then do the 5 watt calibration - that has already been done for you in your K3S/10 Factory assembly. After that, install the KAT3

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Removal

Michael, Yes, the procedure is just to pull them up. It may take a bit of force, but it works fine. 73, Don W3FPR On 2/17/2016 5:52 PM, Michael Blake wrote: Is there a process or tool for removing the four push on knobs on the front panel of the KX3 without damaging the knob or panel?

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Jerry, While that tape works, there is a downside to it. The K3/K3S uses the enclosure to assure the best shielding. When you add that tape, you are reducing the points of contact between the covers of the K3 and the internal shields. The impact of the tape may be small in your particular

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Fellows, it was just a simple question I asked here so as to not bother the techs at Elecraft with what may be an arcane question. I have the ATU kit and the amp kit in my hands, I'm not sending them back. Why I want an ATU has nothing to do with my question. FWIW, I do have resonant antennas;

[Elecraft] KX3 Knob Removal

Is there a process or tool for removing the four push on knobs on the front panel of the KX3 without damaging the knob or panel? Michael Blake k9...@mac.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] OT: About RTV

Trivia ... RTV stands for room temperature vulcanizing. It "dries" (cures) by absorbing moisture. To speed the "drying" in a dry environment, cover with a wet paper towel, cloth, etc. If it smells like acetic acid, it's corrosive. If it smells like BenGay (SP?) back rub it's not. Dow Corning

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

"Don't be lazy, fix your antennas. If they aren't broken, then build resonate antennas. They just work the best.” Well, not everyone has the luxury of enough real estate for a bunch of resonant antennas. When one wants to be able to operate multiple HF bands, a multi-band antenna (like a

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

Hi, Yes, the ";" is a slight delay...  However I believe this issue goes beyond a simple delay...   As I mentioned in my last post, I have a set of macros, where the last macro crashes the first macro in the string...  In my mind, that pretty well eliminates all timing issues... -- 73's, and

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Not even 10 post yet, and the subject has already morphed into something else.The OP asked which of the two should he install first.How did this become X length of coax, or having a Resonant antenna?OR! Being Lazy? 73 Milverton / W9MMS. From: Michael Walker

[Elecraft] KX3 used market

I have a question for a friend who is looking for a KX3 used. Are older serial numbers like the 2000s vs 7000s different hardware? In other words, what on the used market should he look for, or is there much difference. I know the K3 series are different, but I don't know about the KX3s. I

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

They're independent. Since the KAT3 tuner is just a plug-in, I'd suggest installing it and the KPA3 shield first (do everything in the KPA3 instructions down to "Installing the KPAIO3A Interface Module"), since the both require more mechanical disassembly. Put everything back except for the K3 top

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

I'm sorry you lost your "Warm, Fuzzy" feeling for Elecraft. But, in all due respect, this is the first time I've heard this issue come up. So, if it is not an issue for the other ~11,000 owners, how is it that they should have a "ready fix" for the unusual example? Loose screws, speaker

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

As a wise ham told me. What do you need a tuner for? Don't be lazy, fix your antennas. If they aren't broken, then build resonate antennas. They just work the best. Mike va3mw On Wed, Feb 17, 2016 at 4:57 PM, Gerald Manthey wrote: > Why is 10' to 15' of coax what you

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Make sure you use non-acidic silicon glue that is compatible with PC boards to do this. Other types can degrade traces etc on the board. Eric /elecraft.com/ On 2/17/2016 11:05 AM, Jerry Moore wrote: That's exactly what I found. After speaking with Howard I've wedged the ferrite with a bit of

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Why is 10' to 15' of coax what you would want if using a tuner in the shack? I know about loses in really long runs, but why 10 to 15 feet? Thanks asking to learn not criticizing. Gerald > On Feb 17, 2016, at 3:31 PM, Jim Rodenkirch wrote: > > Gary - depends on your

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

I don't think that's what he asked. If the K3S is at all like the K3, the the assembly manual will tell you. I remember there is some calibration stuff to do before adding either the ATU or PA, and it tells you which to do first. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

I had someone contact me off list to suggest putting some small bits of tape where the cover touches the center stiffener. I did that and now have zero buzzing except around 440HZ or when monitor is turned up nearly all the way. I'm not sure why this isn't an advertised fix. Tape/silicon the

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Gary - depends on your antenna and how you feed it. If you intend to feed a multi-band antenna with open wire line, you'll need some sort of tuner at the point where you transition from open wire to coax: - if you plan on doing that out near the base of your antenna (the most efficient spot)

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

KAT3A ATU first... There are cals and such to do BEFORE the PA is installed. In my Assembly manual, the PA went in last before the final button-up. READ the Assembly Manual to confirm... Once the PA is in, (with its shield), the chassi gets tight around the ATU board areas where you replace

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

I haven't looked into the command language for the P3 in depth yet... Is there a command for a "time delay". It would appear that you need to insert a time delay in between each individual command to allow the unit time to respond to each step. Just a SWAG... (If the command doesn't exist, it

Re: [Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Check the K3S assembly manual. If I remember correctly from my Original K3 assembly, the manual paused to instruct you when it was time to install various options to allow you to install or skip steps if yu were not installing that option. > On Feb 17, 2016, at 4:12 PM, Gary Smith

[Elecraft] Amp or tuner / Chicken or Egg

Just got my factory assembled K3s/10 delivered. I need to install the 100W amp and internal tuner. Seems like I'd want to install the amp first. Yes? Thanks & 73, Gary KA1J __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

Hello Tim and Gary, I have done extensive testing in trying to get a macro to perform this exact behavior...   I do not believe "currently" there is a way to make this happen via macro commands.   If you perform the needed steps by hand, with lots of space between commands, it works, if you

Re: [Elecraft] WTB P3 With SVGA Adapter

I have found a P3. Tnx Chuck 73 De Mike VE3YF http://www.ve3yf.com [http://www.ve3yf.com/] __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

No, I have not done this mod. But I have just added it to the list, because I AM using the internal speaker. External speakers are on the list, but some way down, so I will be using the internal speaker (or actually phones) for some time. In all fairness, I would think this issue is only rarely

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Have you done this ? Even after wedging the ferrite beads I can get the case to buzz harmonically if I lower the monitor tone significantly. I'm happy because it works where I listen. Once I finish with Morse Academy classes it will probably be rare for me to use the built in speaker. I would

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

UG-1185's have a captive center pin which can't migrate. 73 K0PP __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Howard is a good man. Glad you were able to ID the issue cause. Sorry it took me so long to get on-board. I'm studying for my Extra exam Saturday and am not paying close attention) IDEALLY, the external speaker (if I had the money right now, 2 each) would be a great "fix", but I would also

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

That's exactly what I found. After speaking with Howard I've wedged the ferrite with a bit of cardstock and the buzzing is gone where I listen. If I change the spot frequency around I am able to find harmonic spots that make the case buzz. Howard also gave permission via one of the other folks

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

No sir... referring to the terminals/plugs on the SO-239 leads soldered to the SO-239 panel connectors in Part# E850229. The TMP connectors you reference are used in point-to-point connection between PCBs in other locations and have mating sockets. These terminals plug into plated through-holes

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Another possible cause... If you have the 100W PA option, you MIGHT be hearing ferrite beads rattling inside the PA module. I don't know why they are loose on the wires, but they are and you can hear them rattle when you shake the module prior to install. The Assembly Manual references them and

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Just did so... Was trying not to bother those guys with a seemingly trivial task, but Let's consider this thread closed to the reflector. I will respond off-line after this. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 12:13 PM, Ken Wagner K3IU wrote: > You might

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Re: [Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Jerry: Do you have the KRX3 sub receiver installed and, if so, is there a foam pad on the back of the speaker magnet shield that presses against the top of the sub receiver enclosure? (See pg 46 of the Rev H KRX3A manual.) If that pad (or the magnet shield) is missing you'll have the speaker in

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

You could -- Tune up 1/2 of your span width (in your example up 2.5 kHz). Press "CENTER" on the P3. That would put your desired DX signal at the left edge of the display and the mayhem out to the right. I'm unaware of any way to do this directly in the current firmware. Grant NQ5T Sent

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 problem

Mike: Suggest changing fuses in input fuse block. I have experienced an intermittent fuse problem in other equipment in the past that produced very puzzling symptoms. 73 and good luck, Dan AC6DM -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Thank you. Nice article. Good references. Other than the potential center pin overheating at 1kW+, I don't see anything there of concern to me in my installation (and I can address that potential in other ways... namely, higher quality connectors with proper materials used in the pin and shell

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Are you referring to a TMP connector, Taiko Denki (plug) TMP-K01X-A1 (Taiko-Denki) ? http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-pcs-TMP-connector-Taiko-Denki-plug-TMP-K01X-A1-Ta iko-Denki-/131727979173?hash=item1eab9972a5:g:qPIAAOSwRLZUHJQi ken - ke4rg -Original Message- From: Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3s Odd sound vibrations Edit - Hypothesis, Steps, Conclusion, and Request.

Final edits: sorry for the resend but I keep needing to update the email as it's missing parts. Hi, I thought I had the sound issue licked with the loose case screws but I still hear the buzz. I believe I found the issue and it's NOT the speaker (well I don't believe based on my findings).

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

You might have luck communicating with pa...@elecraft.com. 73, Ken K3IU ~~ On 2/17/2016 1:05 PM, Clay Autery wrote: But the original question remains: "What are the pins on the ANT1 and ANT2 lead ends that plug into the PCBs called?" Have a great day! _

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Actually, for this application, I will be using Times Microwave TC-series N-Connectors which are crimp/ solder for the shield/contact. The pin is soldered to the center conductor with a 0.050" standoff from the PE insulation. The shield is crimped to the connector shell with a 0.255" hex crimp

[Elecraft] P3 Span settings

Fellow Hams, Having spent the last 2 days playing with the P3 (very impressed) - and eventually figuring out how to get the Function keys to do something (Not well explained in the Manual IMHO), I’ve got some Macro’s working - So next job - in the P3 Display is there any way

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Remove the trailing zero (.htm only) and the link will work. Rick nhc Sent from my iPad > On Feb 17, 2016, at 9:42 AM, > wrote: > > http://www.wa1mba.org/UHFconn.htm0 > > bob k3djc > > On Wed, 17 Feb 2016 09:31:28 -0800 Jim Brown

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

http://www.wa1mba.org/UHFconn.htm0 bob k3djc On Wed, 17 Feb 2016 09:31:28 -0800 Jim Brown writes: > On Wed,2/17/2016 6:21 AM, Clay Autery wrote: > > Please cite your authority for the "superiority" of "UHF > Connectors" to quality N-Connectors. >

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

On Wed,2/17/2016 6:21 AM, Clay Autery wrote: Please cite your authority for the "superiority" of "UHF Connectors" to quality N-Connectors. N-connectors have a well known problem with migration of the center conductor. Many, including me, consider a soldered connector superior to crimps. I

Re: [Elecraft] Receive drops about 6 s-units

Hi Dick, Don't be too quick to blame the amplifier relay. It could be your SteppIR yagi. This is a common SteppIR problem. QSY a bit so that the tuning light on the SteppIR controller turns on and off. Then tune back and forth over that frequency and listen for a drop in signal strength. If it

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Thanks John! Yes... a quality Amphenol or other name maker, the right tools, and experience make them quite easy to use in terminating coax. I have also had good experience with the TImes Microwave TC series AND EZ series. The EZ series makes it "literally" a snap to do with the right strip tool

Re: [Elecraft] Microham Microkeyer II, RFI in mike with my K3

On 2/17/2016 2:05 AM, Jim Brown wrote: > > Perhaps that's what you're selling now, and if it is, that's great. The microHAM supplied cables have been the same from the very start. Again, schematics are on the web site. The cables consist of special multi-cable bundles with six individually

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Please cite your authority for the "superiority" of "UHF Connectors" to quality N-Connectors. I've been making all my own cables for 25+ years. N-Connectors and BNC connectors are no harder and "UHF" connectors are not any easier. If you've terminated enough cables with most any series

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Gary, I find N-Type connectors just as easy to assemble as UHF connectors. 73, Bob Nobis - N7RJN n7...@nobis.net > On Feb 17, 2016, at 05:24, Gary K9GS wrote: > > Exactly Jim > > N and BNC connectors are also more difficult to assemble. Makes no sense to > me. > >

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

My station has a lot of N connectors on HF and I find them easy to install on RG8 size coax. I recently installed BNC connectors on RG8X for my RX system, I was previously using UHF to BNC adaptors. It took me a little while to figure them out, but they are really not difficult either. I only

Re: [Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

Exactly Jim N and BNC connectors are also more difficult to assemble. Makes no sense to me. On 2/17/2016 12:41 AM, Jim Brown wrote: On Tue,2/16/2016 6:59 PM, Clay Autery wrote: I've decided to replace the SO-239 bulkhead connectors for ANT1 and ANT2 with N-Connectors, but I don't want to

[Elecraft] K3 For Sale

I have the following K3-100F (not S) for sale. Serial # 8233 with the following features: Main Receiver has the following 8 Pole Filters: 6, 2.8,1.8,.400,.250 KRX3-F Sub Receiver with the following 8 pole Filters: 2.8, .400 KDVR3-F Digital Voice Recorder KXV3B-F RX Ant., 2nd Pre-Amp, IF Out and