Thanks all for your suggestions how to use the old Heil headset with an
HC-4 element.
Unfortunately, I couldn't make it work and sound good with the KX3.
You have to crank up the mic gain very high and it sounds like you're in
a barrel!
It's an old headset but I don't want to throw it away,
I’ll comment briefly about what we’re doing but I don’t want this to morph
into a discussion about what others may think or wish to do for FD. Remote
operating is as likely in a disaster scenario as any other-all depends on your
infrastructure and whether you rely on conventional internet
If you have your paddles hooked to the kx3, you can work ritty or psk without a
computer. Works well.
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 12, 2020, at 10:49 PM, Bill Frantz wrote:
>
> On 5/12/20 at 2:46 PM, j...@audiosystemsgroup.com (Jim Brown) wrote:
>
>>> On 5/12/2020 8:11 AM, Buck wrote:
>>> A
On 5/12/20 at 2:46 PM, j...@audiosystemsgroup.com (Jim Brown) wrote:
On 5/12/2020 8:11 AM, Buck wrote:
A used K3 would be my recommendation if you don't need
portability. The K3 is still one of the finest radios ever made
I agree. The KX3 is a fine radio, but the K3 is much easier to
use
We usually set up FD at one of the state beaches here in NorCal but not this
year. Parking is all closed off and no special event permits are being
processed. We will have an individual effort also. I'll be running my KX2 or K1
off the aux battery I pull from the Land Rover just like I would if
Thanks, Wayne!
The ability to do PSK31 ‘barefoot’ (without an external computer) is one of a
number of reasons I decided to get my KX2, and I’ve not regretted it!
I also love CW in SSB Mode; and I very much appreciate that I can set the
sidetone to precisely A 440 and that the reception
With the current COVID-19 conditions, I'll be staying at home. No Field
Day participation for me. Many in our club feel the same way. Too risky.
The objective of Field Day originally was to show and demonstrate
capability of station operating under simulated conditions. Thus no
phones, no
Hi to the group
Last night I asked the group some questions but today I figured out the answers
so thought I should pass them along.
I had another remote setup several years ago but it only had a few MACROS and
for that reason and all the wires I had to hook or change to use it was nothing
For your test to give you the results you are trying to find you need to
have a load that requires high C/low L and another which requires low
C/high L on EACH band, then have the tuner match it. Otherwise you are just
seeing how much energy can be dissipated in your tuner. One way to do this
is
On 5/12/2020 3:19 PM, Dan Presley wrote:
I was curious what folks might be doing for remote setups for field day
Speaking for myself as a genuine OF with some medical issues, my wife
and I are distancing until we can get a known good vaccine. Our long
time FD group consists entirely of OFs,
I'm using a RemoteRig RRC-1258 pair in my remote setup, not an MFJ1234. I
parallel the mic output of the RRC with the station local mic line, plugged
into the K3 MIC connector, and it seems to work for what little SSB I do.
I've not made any measurements of interfering ambient noise, but haven't
I was curious what folks might be doing for remote setups for field day,in
particular for the KX3 and KX2. Our club has a great 5 acre site with tall
trees that we’ll use to spread out,but it would be nice to have a remote option
as well. We have a bunch of KX3s and 2s-no K3 or K4s as yet-well
On Tue, 12 May 2020 at 13:41, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote:
Specifically: 100 watts indicated into dummy load via external power
> meter.
>
> for 40M the current was 15.3 amps {KAT3a bypassed} and 15.75 amps with
> KAT3a active/AUTO and resolved a match
>
> for 20M the current was 18.5 amps {KAT3a
Here is the list of stations checking into the Net for Sunday May 12,2020.
Thank you to the relay stations, NC0JW, N6JW, KO5V, and WM6P.
wb9jnz Eric
Call Name State Radio Serial # QRP
Notes
WB9JNZ Eric
I just ran quick tests on my K3S on all bands, first with the KAT3a
bypassed and then with the KAT3a allowed to resolve a match. Both cases
were using a 50 dummy load and external power meter to measure the power
into the load. The current values were from the K3S display.
In all cases I
Tommy,
The KX2, KX3, and K3 are all fine radios for CW - and data modes and SSB
as well.
Do you want 100 watts - then choose the K3 (or K3S). You can also add
the P3 for a panadapter display.
Do you want something small that you can tote in a backpack, then the
KX2 is the obvious choice.
On Tue, 12 May 2020 at 12:34, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
What do you see with: 1) a 50 Ohm load connected to the antenna port
> and the KAT3A bypassed,
See the "bypassed" column in the original chart.
> 2) a 50 Ohm load connected to the antenna
> port and the KAT3A removed (KANT3 board
Hello Tommy,
I just wanted to add. As a KX2 owner, if you did go with the KX2 you would
not be unsatisfied if your desires were to operate QRP on 10-80 meters and
planned to do portable work. Otherwise I would tend to agree with the
others, the K3 is an excellent choice, I have used them in
I want to buy an Elecraft KPA500 amplifier.
Please reply off list to wd5...@peoplepc.com
stating price, condition, and assessories.
73 & Best DX
Charlie
WD5BJT
See September 2006 CQ Magazine for a published work.
www.qsl.net/wd5bjt
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> I'm not talking about the difference in measurements in the chart
> vertically; I'm talking about the difference horzontally.
The measurement horizontally - at least min C/max L and max C/min L -
mean absolutely nothing because the tuner is not tuned properly.
What do you see with: 1) a 50
On 2020-05-12 2:46 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
>
> My first recommendation would be a used K3/100 if you don't need the
> compactness of the KX3, but study the options that are installed. Some
> options are no longer available from Elecraft.
My recommendation would be the K3/K3S *unless* you *never*
On Tue, 12 May 2020 at 11:51, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
>
> > So I guess the question is this: is it expected to see such a large
> > variance in power consumption for the same output power based on the
> > values of C and L for the KAT3A?
> Is the KAT3/KAT3A *tuned correctly*?
>
This came up
Yep, you're good. Sometimes the window position can get hosed. Not sure why.
That's why I added that menu item.
Glad we figured it out!
David, W4SMT
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On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, 02:14:25 PM EDT, John Stengrevics
wrote:
David,
Yes! Window > Default Position worked!
I then
So I guess the question is this: is it expected to see such a large
variance in power consumption for the same output power based on the
values of C and L for the KAT3A?
Is the KAT3/KAT3A *tuned correctly*?
Any solid state amplifier will draw more current if it is driving a
low impedance
With permission from Eric and Wayne:
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On 5/12/2020 8:11 AM, Buck wrote:
A used K3 would be my recommendation if you don't need portability. The
K3 is still one of the finest radios ever made
I agree. The KX3 is a fine radio, but the K3 is much easier to use if
you want to do modes other than CW and SSB. In today's world, digital
I've had a few exchanges with support on this, but as Covid-19 is imposing
some new burdens on the shop, I thought I might ask the larger community
for input as well.
I've been troubleshooting seemingly anomalous power consumption when
transmitting. My K3S pulls way more current on 20m than on
While you are connected, I would save a configuration.
wunder
K6WRU
Walter Underwood
CM87wj
http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)
> On May 12, 2020, at 11:14 AM, John Stengrevics
> wrote:
>
> David,
>
> Yes! Window > Default Position worked!
>
> I then sent all new files to the K3S.
>
Many thanks David for your patience.
I have to say, that without your expert assistance, I was dead in the water.
73,
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 2:14 PM, John Stengrevics
> wrote:
>
> David,
>
> Yes! Window > Default Position worked!
>
> I then sent all new files to the K3S.
>
David,
Yes! Window > Default Position worked!
I then sent all new files to the K3S.
So, I guess I am done?
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 2:09 PM, David Fleming wrote:
>
> John, on the menu at the top of the screen, click Window --> Set to Default
> Position. See if that restores the
John, on the menu at the top of the screen, click Window --> Set to Default
Position. See if that restores the window.
David, W4SMT
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On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, 02:01:19 PM EDT, John Stengrevics
wrote:
David,
If I try to click on anything in the Utility pane, it
I currently prefer using the tripod mount (on a small tabletop tripod)
instead of the bipod legs, and slipping a T1 in-line would work well with
that. I was inspired by the stand provided with my new SWL handheld that
was routed out of a hockey puck - it got me thinking about a way of avoiding
a
David,
If I try to click on anything in the Utility pane, it immediately disappears.
The lower box shows:
Elecraft K3 Utility OS X Rev 1.19.9.6
OS X Version 10.15.4
K3 MCU Revision 05.60. RS - 232 Speed 38400 bps
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 1:47 PM, David Herring wrote:
>
> Right
OK. So lets look at what 15-dB does with 10w; answer 316w. So if
you bought a KPA500 might feel that's wasting its full potential. If
you had a K3/10 or K3s/10 they put out 15w with the firmware
upgrade. That would result in 474w. 474/600 is 1-dB.
But then what is the cost differential
There it is! Let me try it now.
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 1:47 PM, David Herring wrote:
>
> Right click on said icon in the icon bar and choose “Show all windows” — the
> Utility’s main pane should appear alone in the middle of your screen and you
> should then be able to click on
Right click on said icon in the icon bar and choose “Show all windows” — the
Utility’s main pane should appear alone in the middle of your screen and you
should then be able to click on it and use it.
> On May 12, 2020, at 11:41 AM, John Stengrevics
> wrote:
>
> David,
>
> Yes, the K3
David,
Yes, the K3 icon appears on the icon bar with a dot beneath it. Clicking it
makes K3 Utility appear at the top of the screen. Unfortunately, there’s
nothing useful there.
John
WA!EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 1:37 PM, David Herring wrote:
>
> It feels like the utility pane is just
It feels like the utility pane is just simply “hidden” (one can do that with
command-h, why one would want to I don’t know ;-). ) Anyway, when the Utility
is running, is there an icon with a dot under it in the icon bar (presumably)
at the bottom of your screen? If there is, click on it and see
David,
The “About” pane does show up. It offers the user to read the agreement, but
NOT to agree.
The Utility pane does NOT show up.
Tried it from Applications but, same result.
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 1:21 PM, David Herring wrote:
>
> OK, from these answers we can deduce that
OK, from these answers we can deduce that the app is actually running. The
question is where the pane is...
John, I’ve had this happen to me before on other things…so launch the utility,
go up to the top and under Elecraft K3 Utility, and choose “About K3 Utility”
Does the “About" pane show up
Good to have the experts on board!
I moved the K3 Utility from Downloads to Applications. No luck.. Double click
and same result.
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 1:15 PM, Grant Youngman wrote:
>
> That shouldn’t really matter … I just downloaded a fresh copy, and ran it
> straight from
That shouldn’t really matter … I just downloaded a fresh copy, and ran it
straight from the Downloads folder.
Grant NQ5T
> On May 12, 2020, at 1:12 PM, Jack Brindle via Elecraft
> wrote:
>
> What directory is the app located in? If on the desktop, move it to the
> Applications folder. In
What directory is the app located in? If on the desktop, move it to the
Applications folder. In Catalina certain directories are restricted - you have
to give permission to access files there. This sounds like the app is unable to
access some of its resources.
By the way, you have two of us
I don’t know guys. It starts up fine here.
Macbook Pro 2018, i7, latest Catalina.
Grant NQ5T
> On May 12, 2020, at 12:58 PM, John Stengrevics
> wrote:
>
> Thanks to all for taking the time to help. Here are answers to your
> questions:
>
> Jack W6FB
> Version 1.19.9.6
> Several times
I wonder if the tripod mount would work to hold the T1, AX1, run a counterpoise
or two from the mount, and then a cable to the radio?
Any thoughts?
David Thompson, AG7TX
Jack of All Trades
Master of None
dbthomp...@me.com
> On May 12, 2020, at 09:37, Jim Sheldon wrote:
>
> I've done it
Thanks to all for taking the time to help. Here are answers to your questions:
Jack W6FB
Version 1.19.9.6
Several times it showed ”initiatializing” then nothing
David N5DCH
Yes, warned about running something downloaded from the web. I click Open,
the app appears on the dock
Right click on
I've done it and it works just fine. Make sure you use at least one
good counterpoise (preferably 2 or more though - gives the T1 a much
better time of it finding a match.
Jim - W0EB
-- Original Message --
From: "Ken Ford - W9LSL"
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: 5/12/2020
Hi John,
Does the K3 Utility menu appear at the top of the screen when you double click
the app? Are you sure you’re clicking on the actual app and not the .ZIP file?
Have you tried a reboot? The most current version (1.19.9.6) should run fine on
Catalina.
David, W4SMT
On Tuesday, May 12,
John,
When you try to run the utility, has MacOS ever at any point popped up and
warned you that you’re trying to run something downloaded from the Internet?
Also, will you right click on the app, choose “get info” and check that it is
22,545,264 bytes in size, and that is says it’s “kind” is
Just to make sure - you are trying the latest version of the utility, freshly
downloaded from the web site, right? If not, then go to the website and
download it. Only the latest version is Catalina compatible.
Now, exactly what happens when you install and try to run the Utility?
73!
Jack,
I’m considering using my AX1 with a few other small QRP rigs that do not have
internal tuners like my KX-3. Has anyone tried direct mounting an AX1 to a
T1, and using a stand to hold it all upright? I’m thinking simple and fast
picnic table portable ops for short lunchtimes...
Thanks!
Ken Ford
Hi David,
That box asking to accept terms doesn’t come up for me.
I’ve emailed tech support again (twice yesterday) - not holding my breath.
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 12:06 PM, David Herring wrote:
>
> I just downloaded the K3 Utility version 1.19.9.6 from the Elecraft website.
> I
A major advantage of the KX2 over the KX3 is the internal battery chemistry
(Li-Ion vs. NiMH) - important if you intend to operate portable. If not, a
used K3 is the better choice.
John AE5X
https://ae5x.blogspot.com
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I just downloaded the K3 Utility version 1.19.9.6 from the Elecraft website. I
installed it on my macOS Catalina machine, double clicked it and it ran just
fine.
Initially I thought I had recreated your problem, in that when I double-clicked
seemingly nothing happened, but I discovered that
For years the pro audio industry has connected balanced mikes to
unbalanced inputs with excellent results. No adapters, transformers,
matching units, or unique grounding schemes are required. Just correct
wiring as I described earlier. It is just two connectors, one XLR for
the mike and
Thanks Bill. That’s really odd. It won’t run on my MacBook Pro with Catalina
same as yours.
I assume you just double click it?
73,
John
WA1EAZ
> On May 12, 2020, at 11:12 AM, William Hammond wrote:
>
> Hi John, I have an oldish iMac but the latest OS software; 10.15.4, 21.5 Late
>
A used K3 would be my recommendation if you don't need portability. The
K3 is still one of the finest radios ever made and can run the full 100
watts when QRP just won't cut it.
k4ia, Buck
K3s# 11497
Honor Roll 8B DXCC
EasyWayHamBooks.com
On 5/12/2020 9:06 AM, Ted Roycraft wrote:
Or maybe
Bet everyone will second your ‘Right On’ note Ray!
> On May 12, 2020, at 9:18 AM, Ray Grace - WA6OWM wrote:
>
> DE WA6OWM
> About the Elecraft ATU
>
> To: Dave, K8WPE
> Your comments in the second paragraph are ‘Right On’ Best message in email in
> years.
> Ray – WA6OWM
> KX3 w/ATU, stand
AI4NS wrote
> Newer LDMOS amps don’t need much input power to develop full output. I am
> building a 600W amp that needs about 3watts input. My KX3 will do
> just fine. In fact I had an input attenuator made that will allow full
> power from the KX3 drive the amp at full power. I also have a
I bought a used KX3 with the tuner and roofing filter a couple years ago.
I also bought an attachable paddle from QRPguys. I have not been
looking, but I see very few KX2s for sale used. I guess if you are ordering
(a new one) that isn't a consideration.
I am not out camping or traveling right
Newer LDMOS amps don’t need much input power to develop full output. I am
building a 600W amp that needs about 3watts input. My KX3 will do
just fine. In fact I had an input attenuator made that will allow full
power from the KX3 drive the amp at full power. I also have a K3/10.
Mike
AI4NS
On
Further to my earlier email: The Utility does not run. Perhaps incompatible
with the latest MacOS Catalina?
John
WA1EAZ
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> From: John Stengrevics
> Subject: K3S Firmware Update for Mac
> Date: May 12, 2020 at 8:55:33 AM EDT
> To: Elecraft Mailer
> Cc:
May be there are more kx3 users because the kx3 was introduced long before the
kx2 and we kx3 users love them. The only reason to have a kx2 over a kx3 is
size and weight, and maybe curiosity.
Brian VE3GMZ
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From:
Or maybe pick up a used K3.
On Tue, May 12, 2020 at 8:44 AM W0FK wrote:
> The KX3 allows you to add roofing filters (KXFL3 option), wherease kx2 does
> not.
>
> “ The KXFL3 is actually 4 different filters that are shared between Phone
> and CW modes. Containing 2 filters for each mode, the
I have downloaded the latest K3S Utility. However, I don’t see an option for
updating firmware on the Utility.
I’m probably overlooking something simple. Appreciate any suggestions.
73,
John
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The KX3 allows you to add roofing filters (KXFL3 option), wherease kx2 does
not.
“ The KXFL3 is actually 4 different filters that are shared between Phone
and CW modes. Containing 2 filters for each mode, the filters switch points
are:
CW Mode: 500 hz and 1500 hz
Phone mode: 1800 hz and your
Thanks Dave,
Your points parallel my thinking. Just want to have all the ducks in a row
before pulling the trigger on an order.
I especially agree with the last sentence…make a good antenna first...
> On May 12, 2020, at 6:51 AM, David Wilcox wrote:
>
> I have both rigs and mostly use just
I have both rigs and mostly use just the basic stuff for home and camping
CW/SSB QRP contacts so the KX2 works, BUT The KX2 isn’t much of a cost savings
over the KX3 and the KX3 has a lot more features. The only reason I would
choose the KX2 again is if I was backpacking and size/weight were
This was more popular than I expected. Six or seven folks wrote in wanting
to purchase it. but it is off to its new home in Kentucky.
Jim
N1NK
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Good Morning, I have a simple but difficult question for the CW ops.
I’m wanting to get back to ham radio and specifically CW. Since I’m starting
from scratch I am looking hard at all equipment needed to get on the air. I’ve
ordered supplies to assemble a 40M inverted V and have been
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