Re: [Elecraft] logging/k3s control program

2016-06-04 Thread Clay Autery
well worth the yearly licensing fee ($99 first year, $50 or so for the second and subsequent years). 73, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/4/2016 2:39 PM, Jerry wrote: > Now that I have been operating my K3S for several months 'barefoot' (no > computer)

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 firmware 1.35 has been moved to Production

2016-06-14 Thread Clay Autery
Excellent... Not to thread drift, but I would assume this functionality is already available in the K-Line (K3s, KPA-500, KAT-500)? __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/13/2016 8:10 PM, Dick Dievendorff wrote: > The (optional) KXAT100 antenna tuner

Re: [Elecraft] K3 'SHIFT' not functional

2016-06-22 Thread Clay Autery
While you are on a band/mode/etc where the shift pot isn't working... push and hold "shift", which is the "NORM" function which will reset filtering to default... This may fix it. Just my SWAG. On 6/22/2016 9:39 AM, Nick Kennedy wrote: > Hi All, > > My K3’s ‘SHIFT’ control no longer shifts.

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-21 Thread Clay Autery
It IS really nice cable though... Used that type and multi-conductor of same spec to wire helicopters when I was a Aviation MTP... Beautiful stuff. __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/21/2016 4:43 PM, Grant Youngman wrote: > I'm still wondering

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
y. S-Meter Lite... Thanks! Got it now. Need to research/build the loop(s). 73, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecra

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
I certainly hope you are correct. I love this little power supply. It keeps my K3s/P3 smack dab on 13.8 RX and no lower than 13.5 on TX@100W. But it will be check #1. Learned a long time ago not to make assumptions or NOT eliminate variables (when possible). 73, __ Clay

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-21 Thread Clay Autery
I'd likely be interested in about 100 feet. Have to study the specs more, but Anixster's part is half the cost of the others... __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/21/2016 9:48 AM, Walter Underwood wrote: > Belen appears to make a 10 AWG twisted p

Re: [Elecraft] Twisted Pair Cables for DC Power

2016-06-21 Thread Clay Autery
Should offer as an non-standard option... putting UTP/STP power cables in the standard pack would result in a non-trivial materials cost increase. __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/21/2016 2:04 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: > It would be lov

[Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-19 Thread Clay Autery
on right now... -- __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-19 Thread Clay Autery
No images in reflector posts... Here's the link to the RFI I'm seeing on the P3 in 160 kHz of the 10+MHz bandwidth I checked. http://montac.com/images/shack/34kHz_RFI_-20MHz_to_30MHz_plus.jpg Original post below: __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6

Re: [Elecraft] FS new INRAD 700Hz 8 pole filter

2016-06-19 Thread Clay Autery
If I didn't already have a matched pair, I'd grab it from you. For benefit of the other prospective buyers, what is the offset marked on this batch? __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/19/2016 10:34 AM, Ralph McClintock wrote: > I have a custom bu

Re: [Elecraft] P3/TX Mon Coupler Switching Idea

2016-06-18 Thread Clay Autery
you and I will amplify/clarify. 73, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/18/2016 4:36 AM, Mike VE3YF wrote: > Hi Alan: > > Tnx for the info, good to see someone else has done it. Question though, does > the Coupler cable use RJ45 connecto

Re: [Elecraft] P3/TX Mon Coupler Switching Idea

2016-06-18 Thread Clay Autery
or better patch cables... chore over. But at least go through the verification process. The more I think about it, no to, the more I am beginning to believe the "RJ8" think in the manual is a typo ripe for inclusion on an Errata sheet. :-) __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC E

Re: [Elecraft] P3/TX Mon Coupler Switching Idea

2016-06-18 Thread Clay Autery
Installation Manual is a "typo". 73, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/18/2016 4:36 AM, Mike VE3YF wrote: > Hi Alan: > > Tnx for the info, good to see someone else has done it. Question though, does > the Coupler cable use RJ45 conn

Re: [Elecraft] GEMS Products SIDE KX delays.

2016-06-22 Thread Clay Autery
Not a customer... yet. But I wanted to take a moment to thank you for posting this status update to your production issues. Happy to see you are close to getting back into production, again. God Bless and 73s, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/22

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/20/2016 7:45 AM, Drew AF2Z wrote: > I do also have multiple turns of the p/s power cord wound through a > large toroid, just for good measure. I investigated the Powerwerx at > one time when I was having

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
the $$$ K3s as close to spec as possible. (yes, I am THAT OCD). __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/20/2016 11:44 AM, Drew AF2Z wrote: > FWIW, the ss-30dv that Elecraft sells is listed at 14.1 VDC. Older > units sold elsewhere were listed at lower

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
other reasons, like not wanting to lift/move 30-50 pound components, et al. 73, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
considering modifying that plan to battery(ies) with quiet charger(s) and circuitry to provide required voltages for all devices. Then move out and do the same for the home network, and all other DC devices... __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/20/2016

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
I'm an old network guy, and have added "elimination of all parallel conductor cables" to my TODO list in favor of UTP/STP. Bottom Line: I want to quiet my "shack" as much as possible such that any significant RFI has to be external... ______ Clay Autery, KY5

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
That is woefully unacceptable voltage regulation... you have an issue. I believe the MAX spread on the K3 is 11-15 VDC IIRC. __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/20/2016 12:33 PM, James Walker wrote: > This thread has lead me to notice the comme

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
Haven't yet... more of a general term to cover devicets/circuits to change a base voltage out to multiple needed. Many ways to skin that particular cat... ;) 73, __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/20/2016 12:27 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > C

Re: [Elecraft] RFI on K3s

2016-06-20 Thread Clay Autery
Understand... I am conserving/reserving as much space as possible for amps and amp PS... and TMDE equipment. __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/20/2016 1:19 PM, Rick Robinson wrote: > I guess space might be a concern on large current suppl

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 Spike won't go away

2016-06-24 Thread Clay Autery
You just HAD to make me aware of this companies existence ;) Nice products... __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/24/2016 5:08 AM, Brian Waterworth wrote: > Hi Phil, > > It is a Stealth. I picked it up used at a flea market. Mine is

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 Spike won't go away

2016-06-24 Thread Clay Autery
companies --> company's WW, -5 points, Ouch, I don't usually make such glaring grammatical errors. Apologize... __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 6/24/2016 9:50 AM, Clay Autery wrote: > You just HAD to make me aware of this companies exi

Re: [Elecraft] OT antenna question -- solved, soon to be fixed

2016-01-14 Thread Clay Autery
ic_connector.htm If I'm way, way off base, please educate me. I'm on this list to learn. 73, __ Clay Autery (testing 02/20/16) __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 power supply

2016-01-18 Thread Clay Autery
And you could always put together a little inline circuit to drop the voltage down to 13.8-14.1 or so... 73, __ Clay Autery On 1/18/2016 3:17 PM, John Kramer wrote: > Thanks for the info Bob, and it’s reassuring to see that the KX3 has > protection for > ove

Re: [Elecraft] I am officially a HAM!!!

2016-02-09 Thread Clay Autery
and hopefully being a help. I think this might be one way to make that happen. May you ALL be blessed beyond your capacity to contain. May your harvest be so abundant that you provide seed for others to plant that we ALL may be fed. Have a wonderful day! __ Clay Autery KG5LKV

Re: [Elecraft] Seeking loop Antenna Parts

2016-02-10 Thread Clay Autery
just get a loop in the air so I can get on the air when I finish assembling and testing my K3s. Thank you and ALL of y'all for y'alls help and opinions, et al. I have lots of new information and docs to read/study. :-) __ Clay Autery KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/10/2016 3:59

Re: [Elecraft] slightly OT -- acceptable network switch (aka Linksysproduces birdies)

2016-02-06 Thread Clay Autery
is 3-pair... Whatever works for you, though. __ Clay Autery On 2/6/2016 11:24 AM, Larry Gauthier (K8UT) wrote: > John > > I think I have been mis-understood; or perhaps I mis-spoke. ;-) > > I could not migrate to gigabit ethernet from 10 MBPS because the CAT5

Re: [Elecraft] slightly OT -- acceptable network switch (aka Linksysproduces birdies)

2016-02-07 Thread Clay Autery
ce household > clutter and computer got added. > > So the shack now has two full-time computers with monitors which will > be handy when monitoring prop loggers and running special ham sw, > simultaneously. > > 73, Ed - KL7UW > --- > Date: Fri, 5 Fe

[Elecraft] I am officially a HAM!!!

2016-02-09 Thread Clay Autery
As of sometime yesterday, 02/08/2016, I was granted my Amateur Radio License with General privileges. Thank you to everyone who had a hand in making this possible. I am quite happy and yes, a little proud, too. In just a few hours, I will take possession of my Elecraft K3s and P3 components. I

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphones

2016-02-11 Thread Clay Autery
oject like this, email me offline and I'll turn you on to the company that provided me the PCB kit and the capsule, and assisted me in tailoring it for dual use. Y'all have a good night! __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/11/2016 11:20 PM, grif80...@c

[Elecraft] Seeking loop Antenna Parts

2016-02-10 Thread Clay Autery
simply custom build the pulleys and station point pole. I may still do so. __ Clay Autery KG5LKV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.ht

Re: [Elecraft] slightly OT -- acceptable network switch (aka Linksysproduces birdies)

2016-02-05 Thread Clay Autery
engthy one, all of which must be met to qualify a cable at a specific grade. Most cables that fail a check because they missed something in the termination procedure (not signal routing). __ Clay Autery MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/5/2016 3:48 AM, Larry Gauthier (K

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite...set your clocks!;

2016-02-12 Thread Clay Autery
It might be... but not until I DX All States first... ;) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/12/2016 9:37 PM, Rose wrote: > > Clay, if tracking US counties is of interest to you, HRD doesn't. > >

[Elecraft] Need a second set of eyes... WAS: Re: Price Increase Alert for Feb 4th.

2016-01-28 Thread Clay Autery
ther stuff I'd LIKE to have, but just can't do it. Anyone think I should do anything different? I'm kind of capped right around this total. Thanks __ Clay Autery MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 1/27/2016 5:02 PM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: > Early alert for

Re: [Elecraft] Need a second set of eyes... WAS: Re: Price Increase Alert for Feb 4th.

2016-01-28 Thread Clay Autery
I cannot express how thankful I am for the overwhelming and helpful response to my inquiry. Between y'all and David, Elecraft support, I think we have a pretty good plan in the works. Now I have to go do my reading homework. ;) You all have a great evening! __ Clay Autery

Re: [Elecraft] Powder coat texture on Elecraft gear

2016-01-28 Thread Clay Autery
on their regular flat black run and it only cost me $40 cash... As long as I can get great service and that pricing, I won't be doing any on my own. :) Night y'all... I gotta study and sleep. 73, __ Clay Autery On 1/28/2016 7:06 PM, Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-717-1197 wrote: >

Re: [Elecraft] Quiet fans for K3

2016-02-03 Thread Clay Autery
iginal when my heirs sell my estate. Have a super day! ______ Clay Autery On 2/3/2016 11:31 AM, Brendon Whateley wrote: > So a question for the Elecraft team: Is there a reason you guys don't use > quieter fans straight from the factory. > > I had a business partner who

Re: [Elecraft] Quiet fans for K3

2016-02-03 Thread Clay Autery
t; > 73 -- Lynn > > On 2/3/2016 1:26 PM, Clay Autery wrote: >> You can BEND the laws of physics, but you can't break them. Within the >> package size dictated, you can only move so much air in a given >> timeframe, "silently". > > _

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Computer Audio Question with Sub RX installed

2016-02-03 Thread Clay Autery
I used to have VHF pumped into one ear and UHF in the other while flying helicopters... Sometimes, there'd be FM from my Infantry brothers, too. You'd be awed what the human brain can learn to do. :) __ Clay Autery MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/3/2016 6:34 PM

Re: [Elecraft] 10 MHz Reference Oscillator

2016-01-28 Thread Clay Autery
THANK YOU!!! Filing that one away for NEXT month! __ Clay Autery On 1/28/2016 9:13 AM, Mike VE3YF wrote: > Kevin: > > Not sure if you have made purchases etc, but Force-12 has 2 units (GPSDO) > that are made by Leo Bodnar available that have dual outputs. >

Re: [Elecraft] Best Coax for Jumpers and Interconnections for SO2R operation with K3 & KX3

2016-02-24 Thread Clay Autery
For exterior use, I choose to use the LMR-xxx-DB series which is impregnated with a moisture reduction substance intended for direct burial, it adds an additional measure of protection. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/24/2016 11:39 AM

Re: [Elecraft] Remoting KAT500 to base of antenna

2016-01-21 Thread Clay Autery
, __ Clay Autery On 1/21/2016 1:39 AM, Ian White wrote: > Compared with the value of the KAT500 inside the enclosure, a properly > engineered semi-permeable vent is a very good investment. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.q

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 finals blown

2016-01-21 Thread Clay Autery
this AND you have verified that the amp is 100% operational and performing within specs. Thermal design is not a band-aid for ailing equipment. 73, __ Clay Autery On 1/21/2016 10:26 AM, Irwin Darack wrote: > I am not sure > if there is a way to add an addition extern

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 finals blown

2016-01-21 Thread Clay Autery
edges, etc. The less dirt inside, especially on heat sinks, the better. But again... first step is to make SURE the unit is healthy and performing within specs. 73, __ Clay Autery On 1/21/2016 11:13 AM, Michael Cozzi wrote: > On the top of the amp install an additio

Re: [Elecraft] Long RS232 Runs - RS422

2016-01-21 Thread Clay Autery
This one is rated to 1250 meters... with CAT-3 cable (TELCO). Use better cable and proper terminations and you MIGHT be able to extend that a bit. Add an inline amp/repeater, and the distance could be extended to... well... a long way... How far you need to go? 73, __ Clay

Re: [Elecraft] Remote KAT500

2016-01-21 Thread Clay Autery
you install the gland housing on the box, seal it properly as extra insurance. Using glands will ALSO avoid the additional insertion loss and potential point of failure of adding an additional connector, jumper wire, and moisture ingress on the feedline(s), etc. Feel free to email me direct... 73

Re: [Elecraft] Remote KAT500

2016-01-21 Thread Clay Autery
On 1/21/2016 4:44 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: > 1. From an Elecraft engineer [who I happen to know quite well]: The > AUX cable is probably not a good choice to extend. In addition to > voltage and RFI issues, there are timing constraints on those > circuits. I can do what I need with RS-232. LOL!

Re: [Elecraft] LOTW down?

2016-01-25 Thread Clay Autery
Down for me.. __ Clay Autery On 1/25/2016 2:45 PM, Brian F Wruble wrote: > I cannot get the site to come up. Are others seeing the same? > > 73 de Brian W3BW > > Brian F. Wruble, C.F.A. > Sent

Re: [Elecraft] Filtering RFI from LED & flouresence Dimmer Switches

2016-01-26 Thread Clay Autery
Wonder if it's "OK" to use "quality" LED bulbs and get away with it? I've got the full Lift Master setup... I'll check the two types of LEDs I have (one CREE based, the other not) and see if it impacts the remote opener's ability to function. 73, ______

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite...set your clocks!;

2016-02-12 Thread Clay Autery
... maybe. (having one of THOSE days). __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/12/2016 7:03 AM, Tom wrote: > Hello, > There is a new release of Win4K3Suite. This release adds a number of > usability enhancements for the K3, K3S and KX3 which inclu

[Elecraft] Pigtails on ANT1 and ANT2 UHF Bulkhead Connectors

2016-02-16 Thread Clay Autery
that plugs into the PCB, and what type/gauge wire is used? (I know, I know... I don't NEED N-Connectors at HF-6M, but I want to standardize on N-connectors and BNC throughout my shack.) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389

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

2016-02-16 Thread Clay Autery
nd in the parts container with the rest of the spare hardware. I want NEW pigtails to use, so I can return it to stock trim if the need arises. So... I need to source the pigtail plugs, etc. to build new leads. ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/16/2016 9:12 PM, Ken G Kopp

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
. It only needs to make sense to me. Thanks! And have a super day! __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 6:24 AM, Gary K9GS wrote: > Exactly Jim > > N and BNC connectors are also more difficult to assemble. Makes no > sense to me. > > On 2/1

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
annibalize them. ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 7:53 AM, j...@kk9a.com wrote: > 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

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
nal question remains: "What are the pins on the ANT1 and ANT2 lead ends that plug into the PCBs called?" Have a great day! __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 11:31 AM, Jim Brown wrote: > On Wed,2/17/2016 6:21 AM, Clay Autery wrote: >> Please c

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
my station. Again, with the proper tools, materials, and experience, terminating an N (or BNC) connector is no "harder" than a UHF connector. ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 11:42 AM, riese-k3...@juno.com wrote: > http://www.wa1mba.org/UHF

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
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 mi

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
and says the rattling is "normal". IF they are the source of your buzzing, the module will need to be disassembled and the ferrite beads fixed in some fashion so they don't move and/or make contact with metal enclosure, shield, et al. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-138

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
on the KANT3A/KAT3a PCB just inside the chassis adjacent to the ANT1 and ANT2 connectors. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 12:19 PM, Ken Talbott wrote: > Are you referring to a TMP connector, Taiko Denki (plug) TMP-K01X-A1 > (Taiko-Denki) ? &g

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
venient hard surface such that they can NOT make direct metal to metal contact... and will not move at all under normal ops. ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 1:05 PM, Jerry Moore wrote: > That's exactly what I found. After speaking with Howard I've wedged the > ferri

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
super day! __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 1:57 PM, Jerry Moore wrote: > Have you done this ? > __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
sn't exist, it looks like a prime candidate for the next Firmware iteration) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 2:46 PM, Dave Cole wrote: > Hello Tim and Gary, > > I have done extensive testing in trying to get a macro to perform this > exact behavior...

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
the KANT3A with the KAT3A board. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/17/2016 3:12 PM, Gary Smith wrote: > 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.

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

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
and interstitial interface such that certain frequencies setup a sympathetic/harmonic vibration. Reminds me of the days I used Sorbothane to mount HDDs, fans, et al. in tower chassis to reduce vibrations and other noise. No one was doing it then... lots of folks do it now. __ Clay Autery

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Span settings

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
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 mentione

Re: [Elecraft] Audio Mixer in the Ham Shack

2016-02-17 Thread Clay Autery
sockets to 1 each, if you used something like a MIL Type 8-conductor bulkhead shell and matching plug on one end, and then broke out to 4 each Tip/Sleeve plugs or whatever you need to plug into the 4 rigs on the other end Clean, clean, clean... __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

2016-02-18 Thread Clay Autery
pre-orders. :-) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/18/2016 2:47 PM, Ken K6MR wrote: > No rumors. Best we can do is photos of the original prototype. > > http://www.n6ie.com/Elecraft.html > > Maybe someday… > > Ken K6MR > > From: Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS<mailto:indi...@x

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Removal

2016-02-18 Thread Clay Autery
Search Google for "non-marring trim tool"... go crazy... Here is a set available at your local Harbor Freight for $8.00. Second from the left should work nicely. http://www.harborfreight.com/5-piece-auto-trim-and-molding-tool-set-67021.html __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

2016-02-18 Thread Clay Autery
If there were 600 folks willing to pony up the cash to pre-order, I'll bet they might consider dusting that shelf off and pulling it down for some production planning. I'd do it... only 599 to go. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/18/2016 7:31 PM, Gary wrote

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

2016-02-18 Thread Clay Autery
One amp to rule then all... I'd sell blood, body parts and my mountain bike to have one... And in response to the other guy... not a fanboi... just appreciate nice stuff. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/18/2016 9:52 PM, Scott Manthe wrote: > At more than $6

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

2016-02-19 Thread Clay Autery
Sh... We're starting a ground-swell... __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV KPA1500 Pre-Order #1 (318) 518-1389 On 2/19/2016 4:06 AM, Vic Rosenthal 4X6GP/K2VCO wrote: > Petr, > > Don't sell anything right away. Elecraft has never given any > indication that they ar

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

2016-02-19 Thread Clay Autery
, long after my sons have wrung the last bit of usefulness from all my Elecraft gear that I leave behind! :) But I'm still pulling for them to be presented with a way to put one of these in my hands! 73, __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/19/2016 2:30 PM, Guy Olinger

Re: [Elecraft] remove me from the list.

2016-02-11 Thread Clay Autery
ility. Eric's time is much better spent producing awesome products... You all have a great day! __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 2/11/2016 3:32 AM, W0WFH Bill via Elecraft wrote: > Eric:Please remove

Re: [Elecraft] 10 MHz external reference

2016-03-09 Thread Clay Autery
-custom-low-phase-noise-xtal-version.html __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/9/2016 9:13 PM, W Paul Mills wrote: > Little more work than a kit, but you may want to look at this. > <http://ve2zaz.net/GPS_Std/GP

Re: [Elecraft] BL-2 Balun Enclosure

2016-03-09 Thread Clay Autery
TLT. ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/10/2016 12:18 AM, Terry Brown wrote: > I would be interested in what others have used for enclosures, especially > ones that are waterproof. > __ Elecraft mail

[Elecraft] OT: DIY Tilt-base for Loop Support or Antenna Mast

2016-03-08 Thread Clay Autery
ared to the welder's ability to supply current. Result was not perfect, but sufficient penetration to make the welds plenty strong for the purpose. The base will rip up the slab before it fails at a weld. That's about it... heavy-duty, can be adapted to any mast size, customizable to mount in v

Re: [Elecraft] OT: DIY Tilt-base for Loop Support or Antenna Mast

2016-03-08 Thread Clay Autery
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[Elecraft] Foot Switch wiring question...

2016-03-12 Thread Clay Autery
problems if/when they crop up down the line. Jim? Thanks a bunch! -- __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Foot Switch wiring question...

2016-03-12 Thread Clay Autery
out an isolated chassis to chassis shield, or simply use a flexible coax, or a nice and flexible twisted-pair mic cable without a separate shield? ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/12/2016 3:58 PM, GRANT YOUNGMAN wrote: > I’ve never had any prob

Re: [Elecraft] Last Call - K3S Raffle

2016-03-19 Thread Clay Autery
I bought one right after the post... Hope mine goes through. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/16/2016 12:16 PM, Jerry Moore wrote: > Ugh missed it.. all tickets are sold.. > __ El

Re: [Elecraft] Is the [DEV] email list down?

2016-03-19 Thread Clay Autery
I am my own ISP shoot me a link to the reflector and I can confirm that no ISP filtering is happening... :) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/17/2016 7:23 AM, Tom wrote: > Yes, The DEV reflector is definitely not working correctly. My

Re: [Elecraft] Will the K4 look like this?

2016-04-12 Thread Clay Autery
This year? __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 4/12/2016 10:06 AM, David Pratt wrote: > You will have to wait until the Dayton hamvention to find out. > > 73 de David G4DMP > > On Tue, 12 Apr 2016 09:49:31 -0400 > Dan Atchison via

Re: [Elecraft] Will the K4 look like this?

2016-04-12 Thread Clay Autery
I like the way it works now... lets me know how far I've moved it... especially with different spans on different bands... Course, I mostly use the markers to jump from signal to signal right now... __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 4/12/2016 11:27

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 COM Port Not Working

2016-04-06 Thread Clay Autery
Excellent tip... don't do it wrong. Multiple steps to show ghosted entries, NOT just hidden entries. A LOT of hidden entries should NOT be removed. ONLY remove what is necessary. Here's a link: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/magazine/ff184583.aspx __ Clay Autery

Re: [Elecraft] OT Cat 7 Ethernet Cable

2016-03-07 Thread Clay Autery
On 3/7/2016 9:50 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > On Mon,3/7/2016 6:47 PM, Clay Autery wrote: >> Any device putting out RFI as common mode are NOT in spec > > Perhaps, but such devices are VERY common in the consumer world. I > have no contact with the pro world of IT. Yep... just like

Re: [Elecraft] OT Cat 7 Ethernet Cable

2016-03-07 Thread Clay Autery
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Re: [Elecraft] OT Cat 7 Ethernet Cable

2016-03-07 Thread Clay Autery
here is a CAT 8 draft spec out now... CAT 7(+) would make an excellent 4 circuit control wire for remotes and the like since it has shield per pair... CAT 7(a) cable, connectors, and tooling is insanely expensive by comparison to 5/5e and even 6(+) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MON

Re: [Elecraft] OT Cat 7 Ethernet Cable

2016-03-08 Thread Clay Autery
On 3/7/2016 11:56 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > Actually, switch-mode power supplies run in the range of 10-50 kHz, > NOT at HF. It is the unfiltered high order harmonics that we hear at HF. Yep... I was wrong, you are right. Not fundamental, but harmonics. I should stop writing in the middle of

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Connectors completed!

2016-03-06 Thread Clay Autery
Thanks... don't know why my link didn't come through live... you have to copy/paste all between the asterisks... Or use the active link Paul was able to post. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV (318) 518-1389 On 3/6/2016 12:08 AM, W Paul Mills wrote: > Try this, worked for me &l

[Elecraft] Antenna Connectors completed!

2016-03-05 Thread Clay Autery
ning! ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Oddity in K3 with new synthesizer

2016-03-05 Thread Clay Autery
. Have an awesome day! Back to building... On 3/5/2016 11:57 AM, GRANT YOUNGMAN wrote: > 20 Hz is well within the +/- 1 ppm (or the “typical +/- 0.5 ppm) spec of the > TCXO ... > > Grant NQ5T > K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises

Re: [Elecraft] Neoprene Ring for The Big Knob

2016-03-07 Thread Clay Autery
Looks to me like you need to find a buddy in the States who'll get you one and post it to you... USPS First Class International is $13.50... Much more reasonable... and it has free delivery confirmation. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/7/2016 12

Re: [Elecraft] OT Cat 7 Ethernet Cable

2016-03-07 Thread Clay Autery
(good to 1.6-2.0 GHz) still with 8P8C connectors. I'm not sure what the RFI issue would be that would require CAT 7... Tell me what you're trying to fix and I can offer more info... __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 3/7/2016 12:32 PM, David Ahrendts

Re: [Elecraft] Neoprene Ring for The Big Knob

2016-03-07 Thread Clay Autery
Sorry forgot to include... this was a hypothetical package weighing 4 ounces (box). You could get the weight down with a bubble envelope and the part weight next to nothing... But a box would be more sure to get delivered intact. __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC

Re: [Elecraft] OT 20M Moving QRM (Video)

2016-03-04 Thread Clay Autery
issue of NCJ. > ______ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net T

Re: [Elecraft] 80 Meter loop question

2016-04-02 Thread Clay Autery
Thanks Jim... I've got 4NEC2, but haven't had the time to jump on that particular learning curve. I plan to invest in the pay version, may be EZNEC 5.0, I don't remember. But I'm drinking from several fire hoses at the moment. Soon, I hope... __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC

[Elecraft] 80 Meter loop question

2016-04-02 Thread Clay Autery
elevated above 45 feet or so. -- __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

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