Re: [Elecraft] Cold K3

Hi Bill, It is a characteristic of transistors. I have always been taught that they need to be biased down to about half their safe output to avoid thermal runaway. That was a long time ago. Things may have changed. As they heat up, they increase their amplification, as they amplify, they

[Elecraft] Cold K3

During the California QSO Party, the temperatures in our operation tent dropped below freezing. Two of us felt that we were not getting full power out of our K3s when the internal temperatures were low. Given that we were using the K3 to measure power output, low temperatures could be

[Elecraft] Set K3 Date and Time

K3 Utility 1.16.6.25 Opening the K3 Set Date and Time dialog actually changes the radio date/time before selecting "OK" or "Apply". I expect "OK" to change the date/time and close the dialog. I expect "Apply" to change the date/time and leave the dialog open. I expect "Cancel" to leave the

[Elecraft] K3 Memories VFO B

I just updated my firmware after being off the air for a long time. I used to save two frequencies in a memory...like 20m QRP and I would put CW in VFO A and SSB in VFOB. For some reason, when I load a memory now, it does not update VFO B. When I read the memories from the K3 using the memory

Re: [Elecraft] kxpa100 computer interface

My advice would be to set the comm speed of the KX3 to 38400 as well, that way you can seamlessly use the KX3 when the amp is off or not connected. The amp will autodetect the new speed for the KX3 and you will not have to change anything else. On Mon, 2016-10-03 at 23:15 +, Gary Slagel via

Re: [Elecraft] New to the K3; ssb/cw question

Yep, as has been pointed out before, the K3 is a highly configurable radio. Some settings, such as AGC and equalizer, can take awhile to get what you want, their effects can be very subtle. Fortunately, the factory defaults right out of the box will provide you with a highly usable radio. I

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Firmware V 5.38

Jim, You can download the 5.38 file from ftp://ftp.elecraft.com/K3/firmware/archive/. Don't forget to download the corresponding FP and DSP files as well. Hint, look at the release notes to identify the related versions of FP and DSP firmware. 73, Don W3FPR On 10/3/2016 6:47 PM, Jim

Re: [Elecraft] kxpa100 computer interface

Thanks Don I took a look and I've got the cables all right.  But, Dick at elecraft suggested I look at communication speed that I had n1mm+ set at and set it to 38,400 and that took care of it. Thanks for the answers and hope this helps someone else as well. Gary SlagelAce Hardware

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Firmware V 5.38

ftp://ftp.elecraft.com/K3/firmware/archive/ Max NG7M -- Matthew George 801-560-8754 > On Oct 3, 2016, at 4:47 PM, Jim McDonald wrote: > > Does anyone have a copy of K3 firmware V. 5.38 that I could have? Thanks > very much. > > > > 73, Jim N7US > > > > > >

[Elecraft] [K3] Firmware V 5.38

Does anyone have a copy of K3 firmware V. 5.38 that I could have? Thanks very much. 73, Jim N7US __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] kxpa100 computer interface

Gary, You did not specify the cable connections that you are using. You should have the KXPACBL for best integration with the KX3. See pages 14 and 15 of the KXPA100 manual. If you do have those cables and have them connected correctly, then I would say that you have a problem with the

[Elecraft] kxpa100 computer interface

I'd like to be able to use my kx3/kxpa100 along with my k3 for so2r. I've got n1mm+ talking to both the k3 and the kx3 and I can even talk to the kx3 through the kxpa100 connection. However, I can only talk to the kx3 through the kxpa100 connection when the kxpa100 is off! This kind of defeats

[Elecraft] [K3] Fully loaded K3 For Sale

For Sale - Elecraft K3 Transceiver with many add-on accessories This unit is Serial #1068, purchased June, 2008. This radio was assembled from a no-solder kit and is in excellent shape. There are no known problems with the radio. It has been kept in a non-smoking environment and has seen

[Elecraft] K-POD macros 9-16 on Mac or Linux

Short of running the windows version of the K3 utility in a VM, has anyone found a way to edit K-POD macro slots 9 through 16 on their MacOS or Linux system? Thanks, --mark __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K-Pod F keys Tap and Hold?

Tom, That is not reversable - at least not currently. Will it ever be?, who knows. With the K-Pod, I believe a hold is easier to do because of the downward movement rather than a button on a vertical panel, and I believe that is the reason for the choice. Just move the macro into the

Re: [Elecraft] New to the K3; ssb/cw question

Thanks, Fred. After reading your reply, I checked and finally did find this setting in the Main menu; an awful lot of things to check! 73, Ron WA2EIIO On 10/3/2016 2:48 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: It depends ... there's a menu setting [I'd tell you where except I'm not at my K3 right now] to

Re: [Elecraft] New to the K3; ssb/cw question

Ron, You likely have CW+SSB turned on. It is one of the sub-functions of the CW WGHT menu. Look at page 55 of the manual. Tap [1] to toggle it on/off. If you have an older manual, you will not see it - download a new manual from Elecraft. 73, Don W3FPR On 10/3/2016 2:41 PM, Ron Manfredi

Re: [Elecraft] New to the K3; ssb/cw question

It depends ... there's a menu setting [I'd tell you where except I'm not at my K3 right now] to turn it on and off. There are some times when it's advantageous to be able to send CW while in SSB modes ... VHF contest comes to mind. 73, Fred K6DGW - Sparks NV DM09dn - Northern California

[Elecraft] New to the K3; ssb/cw question

I have been getting acclimated to my (new to me) K3 and marveling over its many ways to customize its operation. Made some SSB contacts, and decided to try CW. I connected my paddle, and did some quick tests on CW. I have found that even when I am in USB or LSB modes, keying the

[Elecraft] K-Pod F keys Tap and Hold?

Hola, Set up my K-Pod for K3 this morning. Initially a daunting task as I am not a programmer but between the Programmer's ref manual(my eyes glazed over after 6 pages), KE7X K3/P3 cookbook (Ch.11) and the enclosed instructions, was able to set up for my modest needs. What threw me off initially

Re: [Elecraft] Notes on beta firmware

Not too long ago, I believe Wayne mentioned here that the K3 was pretty much maxed out on ROM capacity which doesn't really surprise me. An awful lot of functionality has been crammed into it since I first built mine [S/N 642]. 73, Fred K6DGW Sparks NV USA Washoe County DM09dn On 10/2/2016

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

Use BSET and check antenna selection on 40m. Bet it's on wrong antenna. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Oct 3, 2016, at 10:04 AM, John E Bastin wrote: > > For the last few weeks I’ve had a problem in the Sub RX of the K3, and I > wonder if anyone has an idea what

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

On Oct 3, 2016, at 11:14, Don Wilhelm wrote: > John, > > Normally the P3 does not show signals from the subRX. The IF out is only > from the main RX. > Unless you have added an IF buffer amplifier and IF output to your SubRX, you > will not see signals from the subRX

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Utility

John, If you have a newly built K2 all firmware should be the latest. If you have an older one, purchased used, you may or may not need to upgrade the firmware by obtaining the ICs from Elecraft. To make that determination you must disassemble the K2 so you can see the firmware ICs and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

John, Normally the P3 does not show signals from the subRX. The IF out is only from the main RX. Unless you have added an IF buffer amplifier and IF output to your SubRX, you will not see signals from the subRX on your P3. 73, Don W3FPR On 10/3/2016 10:55 AM, John E Bastin wrote: On Oct

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

On Oct 3, 2016, at 10:55, John E Bastin wrote: > > On Oct 3, 2016, at 10:19, Don Wilhelm wrote: >> >> John, >> >> The most common cause of that problem is the SubRX antenna selection - that >> is a per band setting. >> >> Go to 40 meters and get

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

On Oct 3, 2016, at 10:19, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > John, > > The most common cause of that problem is the SubRX antenna selection - that > is a per band setting. > > Go to 40 meters and get into BSET - then tap the RX ANT button. > > If that does not restore proper

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Utility

John, There is no K2 Utility. To update the firmware in the K2, you must buy the firmware ICs. See the Elecraft website - Mods and updates tab - then Spare Parts and Mod Kits - then K2. 73, Don W3FPR On 10/3/2016 10:26 AM, John.m0cdl via Elecraft wrote: Hi I can't seem to find the K2

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Utility

Hi John, In the K2 the only way to upgrade firmware is to purchase a new firmware IC and replace the old IC. Field upgradable firmware via serial port and utility program not available until the K3. 73, Guy K2AV On Monday, October 3, 2016, John.m0cdl via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net>

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Utility

There is no software download for a K2. K2's do not use user configurable firmware. You can buy it through the parts dept. It is on the order form. Phil "John.m0cdl via Elecraft" wrote: > Hi I can't seem to find the K2 software download utility? i can see the

[Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

John, Check the antenna selection for sub-rx. This is a per band setting as I recall. Details in the K3 manual, and a really good description of options in the Fred Cady book. 73 de Ben W4SC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K2 Utility

Hi I can't seem to find the K2 software download utility? i can see the ones for the K3 and others but not the K2! would someone kindly point me to it please, Many Thanks, John M0CDL. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K2-Utility-tp7623052.html Sent from the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

John, The most common cause of that problem is the SubRX antenna selection - that is a per band setting. Go to 40 meters and get into BSET - then tap the RX ANT button. If that does not restore proper operation, contact Elecraft support. 73, Don W3FPR On 10/3/2016 10:04 AM, John E Bastin

[Elecraft] K3 - Can't hear 40m sigs in sub rx

For the last few weeks I’ve had a problem in the Sub RX of the K3, and I wonder if anyone has an idea what setting I may have messed up, or where to look for the problem. The problem is that I cannot hear any signals in the Sub RX on 40 meters. I’ve tried headphones, internal speaker, external

Re: [Elecraft] K2 - low power/reception on 80m

Thanks Don, I measured at 4000KHz (5.87V) and at 3500KHz (1.85V) so it is within the range you gave me. I need now to take my RF probe and go further. Again, many thanks for the help you provided. Greatly appreciated. 73, Phil. On 02.10.2016 00:43, Don Wilhelm wrote: > Phil, > > One

Re: [Elecraft] Notes on beta firmware

On Sun, 2016-10-02 at 21:47 -0400, Don Wilhelm wrote: > Dave, > > You can easily revert to any level that you have stored on your > computer. Thank you Don... -- 73's, and thanks, Dave (NK7Z) For software/hardware reviews see: http://www.nk7z.net

[Elecraft] Elecraft K2 re-work eliminator

Hi there I'm relatively new to radio and way behind the curve when it comes to discovering useful items that are great ideas. I'm building a K2 and would really like to utilise the unpcbs.com rework eliminators but as usual I'm way behind things with them going out of production 5 years ago.