Re: [Elecraft] Excess K3 boards

Those caps as I recall are .1uf they can come in handy to have around Original message From: "Dauer, Edward" Date: 2017-05-05 10:49 PM (GMT-05:00) To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Excess K3 boards The KIO3 and KXV3 boards have been

Re: [Elecraft] Use for old KSYN3 boards

As I recall there is also a shielded toroid on them similar to the sheilded one for the K2. Plus tmp connectors that can come in handy. Original message From: James Wilson Date: 2017-05-05 10:59 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 transistor complement

Damn! I was hoping it was the s... Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 5, 2017, at 1:15 PM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft > wrote: > > LDMOS. > > 73, > Eric > /elecraft.com/ > >> On 5/5/2017 9:06 AM, wa4fom via Elecraft wrote: >> Any word on the transistors

[Elecraft] Use for old KSYN3 boards

While there is no market for the old Synth. boards, they are full of tiny suface mounted parts. Excellent place to practice removing and replacing some of them. You can't hurt it. Try your hand. You may be surprised at how easily it can be done. (Even for these 89 year old hands and eyes.) :-)

[Elecraft] Excess K3 boards

The KIO3 and KXV3 boards have been spoken for – several times over, in fact. No requests yet for the old synths. They have to be useful for something. Skeet shooting, maybe? The PR 6-10 is still open for offers (see original post below), and the itsy-bitsy SMD caps are still available

[Elecraft] Wish List P3

I would like to see two switchable IF inputs on the P3 with different profiles so I could easily select different radios. John K7JLT John K7JLT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] not bashing a product just a warning to future purchasers.

I also have purchased one of their kits and was pleased with it in both quality and instructions. I found no problems at all with the quality and I plan to purchase more from them. From: KC6CNN To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 9:06 PM

Re: [Elecraft] not bashing a product just a warning to futurepurchasers.

While this is OT, I think it deserves a response. I have built several QRP-Labs kits, and have had no problems, other than an initial short in the oven-based oscillator, which we were warned about in the instructions. These are NOT HeathKit level kits, but almost nothing is anymore. I

Re: [Elecraft] not bashing a product just a warning to future purchasers.

My experience with these products to be quite a variable for quality control and luck of the draw applies. Best of luck to all as you get what you pay for and your experiences will vary dramatically. I try to stick to known sources and US based. IMHO. No response expected. 73, Bill K9YEQ

Re: [Elecraft] not bashing a product just a warning to future purchasers.

I find their kits to be the exact opposite of your experience. I have six of their kits, the last two were build by my 15 YO son (at the time) with zero problems. They also have a forum like Elecraft and a very helpful users group and designer, which leads me to ask why you would post this on

[Elecraft] not bashing a product just a warning to future purchasers.

I know that Elecraft does not want people bashing other companies products and I in no way want to bash them. I do however want to warn other kit builder and kit lovers to please use caution when ordering any kit from QRP-LABS. First it ships from Japan, second the products are so poorly made that

Re: [Elecraft] VHF+UHF Radio Wish List

At one point I considered taking a K3/10 and installing Transverters where the PA deck would go. From: Bill Johnson To: Phil Hystad ; Elecraft Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 7:17 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] VHF+UHF Radio Wish

Re: [Elecraft] VHF+UHF Radio Wish List

Phil, Wayne and Eric are smart dudes, for sure. I don't know that they are into VHF, UHF to the degree needed to do what you ask. They do have a team of engineers, also very bright and HAM interested, so the request may eventually take hold. I would love a K2 or K3 style platform for VHF,

[Elecraft] Excess K3 Boards

Having just upgraded my K3 (s/n 76XX) with the new KXV3B and KIO3B boards, I have the old boards and some other things that I no longer need. The original KXV3 and KIO3 boards are free to a good home. However, please don't ask for them if the result would be to move them from my spare parts

Re: [Elecraft] Should we expect something new in Dayton?

I believe the most important item to note is the “TX SAMPLE” jack on the rear panel. That has SDR written all over it. Ken K6MR From: Kevin Stover, AC0H Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 3:26 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] Should we expect something new in Dayton?

Anybody else notice the bigger box, probably a necessity, on the KPA1500 or the change in color of the LCD from Orange to Blue? Hm...bigger box, change age of color scheme. K3X (Extreme) or K4? On 5/2/2017 6:08 PM, Tom branton via Elecraft wrote: Any thoughts on new Elecraft equipment

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

thank you From: Ken K6MR To: Harry Yingst Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 3:36 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500? #yiv7475533399 #yiv7475533399 -- _filtered

[Elecraft] There is a new release of Win4K3Suite

Hello, There is a new release of Win4K3Suite available. This release extends the improvements made to the KPA500 support to the KX3 and KX2. Win4K3Suite will allow full control of the KPA500 from all of the K line radios supporting band switching, fan control and access to remote control

Re: [Elecraft] Installing 2-meter option in K3 ?

> > You sound like you’re stating all the reasons you should not do it :) OK, whatever. > > I would rate this option about a 3 (0-10, easiest is zero) Thanks for your rating assessment. PEH > > GL 73 > > Gary W2CS > > >> On May 5, 2017, at 2:26 PM, Phil Hystad

Re: [Elecraft] Installing 2-meter option in K3 ?

Don, Thanks. Yes, I have a good quality temperature controlled iron (static type). I am comfortable with thru-hole soldering of regular stuff but I was not sure about the warning in the assembly instructions as to how sensitive the plastic is to heat. I understand the part about heating

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

My “Aux” cable is about 25 feet long. It’s just a CAT5 cable wired appropriately. Works fine. Ken K6MR From: Harry Yingst via Elecraft Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 9:38 AM To: Michael Walker Cc:

[Elecraft] OT: Martian New Years special event station.

Martian New Years special event station K3M (I'll be using my mighty (?) K-1)will operate tomorrow, 06 May 2017 from @1400-2000 UTC from Mars, PA. We will also be activating W3EXW DStar repeater during the Friday and Saturday event. We will be using REF063A. There will be PSA on REF063C to

Re: [Elecraft] Installing 2-meter option in K3 ?

Phil, That is a statement that should be applied to any thru-hole soldering. I believe it is made so those who have little or no soldering experience will pay attention. One should use a temperature controlled soldering iron, and apply heat long enough (but only long enough) to see the solder

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Satellite operation

Cool story bro. On Fri, May 5, 2017 at 2:51 PM, Ken G Kopp wrote: > One of those "Been there, done that" situations ... > > Satellite operation can get very boring very quickly. They are very > predictable and you're likely to work everyone else in a short time. > > DX?

[Elecraft] OT: Satellite operation

One of those "Been there, done that" situations ... Satellite operation can get very boring very quickly. They are very predictable and you're likely to work everyone else in a short time. DX? They're usually only a relative few miles away. Have even worked as a mobile ... Ho Hum FWIW

[Elecraft] Installing 2-meter option in K3 ?

Two questions: (1) what is your assessment of the level of difficulty of adding the 2-meter option to a K3 (easiest option to hardest would be a reasonable range). (2) my one concern is soldering the connector to the K3 board. Instructions limit soldering to prevent from melting the

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

That will make it easy. You can either use a USB cable or an RS232 cable. Both will work fine. 73, Mike va3mw On Fri, May 5, 2017 at 12:33 PM, Harry Yingst wrote: > Thank you > > The USB cable will be under 15 feet as the room I'm moving it to a finished > storeroom in >

Re: [Elecraft] VHF+UHF Radio Wish List

I would be interested and I know several others who would be as well! 73, Paul, N8HM On Fri, May 5, 2017 at 1:35 PM, Phil Hystad wrote: > I was planning to ask a question about the 2-meter option board for K3/K3S > but thought to ask this question instead. > > Has there ever

[Elecraft] VHF+UHF Radio Wish List

I was planning to ask a question about the 2-meter option board for K3/K3S but thought to ask this question instead. Has there ever been interest (by others of this forum) or discussion from Wayne & Eric about a new radio, one specifically dedicated to VHF and UHF with satellite comms

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Main Encoder

Thanks Don! Indeed that was the problem and happily I didn't need to remove the front panel. 73, Bill W4ZV -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Main-Encoder-tp7630319p7630329.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 transistor complement

LDMOS. 73, Eric /elecraft.com/ On 5/5/2017 9:06 AM, wa4fom via Elecraft wrote: Any word on the transistors used in the KPA1500? LDMOS? 10,000 PNAs? Thanks in advance. Bob WA4FOM -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Back Panel Pic

That cable under the amp in the pic is not a normal part of amp. It was temporarily present to power up the RF deck front panel for the photo shoot studio. (It should have been photo-shopped out :-) Eric /elecraft.com/ On 5/5/2017 8:41 AM, Dan Atchison via Elecraft wrote: Can anyone venture a

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

Thank you The USB cable will be under 15 feet as the room I'm moving it to a finished storeroom inmy basement is directly below me. I could run serial but the USB makes for a easier install. One advantage of the move will be easy access to run a new 220 to that room The one thing I forgot about

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

Thank you The USB cable will be under 15 feet as I'm basically planning to put it into a finished storeroom in my basement From: Ken K6MR To: Harry Yingst ; "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Friday, May 5, 2017 1:47 AM

[Elecraft] KPA1500 transistor complement

Any word on the transistors used in the KPA1500? LDMOS? 10,000 PNAs? Thanks in advance. Bob WA4FOM -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KPA1500-transistor-complement-tp7630324.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Back Panel Pic

Can anyone venture a guess as to what the "cable" is underneath the amplifier in the back panel photo? Also, what type of connection is used for grounding? Dan -- N3ND __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting the KPA500 & KAT500?

Hi Harry You have 2 ways to do this and extending USB is not the best choice if it would work at all. Depending on how far the run is, it might be able to do it via RS232 (from your USB connector) direct into back of devices. While the spec for RS232 is about 20ft or less, I currently run RS232

[Elecraft] K3/K3s Macro Book

Will copies of the K3/K3s Macro Book be available for sale at Dayton ? Irwin KD3TB -- Irwin KD3TB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Main Encoder

Bill, That sounds like what can happen if the nut(s) on the encoder shaft bearing are not tight. 73, Don W3FPR On 5/5/2017 6:47 AM, Bill W4ZV wrote: I recently bought a relatively new K3 (#8641). In the process of adjusting the Main VFO drag, I noticed the shaft has some minor (few mm?)

[Elecraft] K3 Main Encoder

I recently bought a relatively new K3 (#8641). In the process of adjusting the Main VFO drag, I noticed the shaft has some minor (few mm?) slippage (perpendicular to the front panel). Is this normal on recent K3 units or is it a defective encoder? Or is it a design "feature" to adjust the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with subrx - intermittent main RX problem and pwr out

Thanks to all who responded. Checked and realigned all connectors, no apparent errors, all male pins in place, connectors firmly seated. Removed KRX3 and SUBIN/OUT module, reinstalled and reconnected. Similar advice received both from group and from Elecraft support. Still same problem, main rx