Good to see you using the right name for them, David. These days
ex-CBers, or those influenced by CB, tend to call rigs and transceivers
radios. To me a radio is something on which one listens to broadcast
stations.
You are quite obviously a traditional ham - good on you.
73 de David G4DMP
In
Not sure you should be advertising the competition on here, Nape.
Heathkit was excellent in years gone by, but for me it's ELECRAFT for
the present and the future.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Nate Bargmann n...@n0nb.us writes
What my reply left out was that a recent thread on the
I would not have thought that this is recommended, Val. The K3 is a
'computer'. Do you also switch your computer off at the supply without
closing Windows down?
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Val v...@vip.bg writes
No problem to shutdown K3 from the PS during normal operation, except
In a recent message, Ken Chandler g0...@sky.com writes
I'm now seriously thinking of buying a 2nd kpa500 amp for SO2R!
Cheers
Ken..G0ORH
Sent from my iPhone
Alternatively, Ken, you could operate your second KPA500 in parallel to
run the full 1kW ;-)
73 de David G4DMP
Sent from my Netbook
does a second linear
come into this?
73 Dave G3YMC
On 4 Aug 2011 at 7:46, David Pratt wrote:
I'm now seriously thinking of buying a 2nd kpa500 amp for SO2R!
Cheers
Ken..G0ORH
Alternatively, Ken, you could operate your second KPA500 in parallel to
run the full 1kW
Hello Nick and welcome to the Elecraft list.
Yes, the K3 utility is certainly available for Linux and you can get it
at
http://www.elecraft.com/K3/software/k3utility_1_4_1_8.tgz
I cannot claim to be a user of Linux myself, but you might like to give
the above program a go.
73
David G4DMP
In
I have overcome a similar problem in the past by strapping a needle to
my soldering iron bit. By using an high iron temperature it is possible
to insert the needle slowly into the hole and causing excess solder to
melt.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com
In a recent message, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com writes
I just became a lifetime customer of Best Buy -- at least the one in
San Carlos, CA. They didn't have a power adapter I needed in stock, so
they pulled one off a demo unit and sold it to me, even though they
needed it to power the demo
In a recent message, Cady, Fred fc...@ece.montana.edu writes
I just got a message from lulu that the 20% savings code is SUNSHINE305
('til June 30) if anybody is still interested in the K3 book.
or SUNSHINEUK305 across the 'pond', according to an e-mail received
here.
73 de David G4DMP
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Gary - An upgrade to the KXV3A is necessary if you want to install the
K144XV internal 2 metre transverter. As far I am aware there are no
other advantages over the more recent KXV3 units. In February 2008 a
small daughter board was fitted to the Rev.A KXV3 boards to improve
receiver antenna
This raises something that has puzzled me for a while, Wayne. Are you
saying that a 50dB POWER reduction at the transmitter equates to a 50dB
VOLTAGE reduction at the receiver?
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com writes
At 0 dBm output, the signal would be 50
Yes, that is what I understood, Alan.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Alan Bloom n...@sonic.net writes
The decibel is always a power ratio. So for example, 20 dB is a 100:1
power ratio. If the impedance is the same, that works out to a 10:1
voltage ratio.
Tim - My understanding is that the K3EXREF does not stabilise the
transverter offset. I believe this is planned in a future K3 firmware
upgrade, but as far as I am aware this has not yet happened.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Tim Taylor tim-tay...@comcast.net writes
So right now, the
Good morning to you too, Ben.
In CW mode Hold the CMP PWR knob, then release it and turn it clockwise.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, SM6CKU b...@sm6cku.se writes
Good morning
All of a sudden my K3 (2066) seems to be muted in CW on receive, and I
lost the sidetone while TXing.
In all
That's great, Dave, my K3EXREF and K144RFLK work well too. However, my
understanding is that the K3 firmware does not currently contain a
method to automatically update the XVn transverter offset values as
REFCAL adjusts with the external 10 MHz reference. That is what I was
told in March and I
I am still unable to reproduce the anomaly here, Brett, Igor and others.
I am using the latest firmware and have tried both sinusoidal and TTL
reference inputs.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Brett Howard br...@livecomputers.com wrote ...
This was a known bug that was found in field
Thank you, Jim, and yes, I can confirm that I am getting the phenomenon.
I can't say that I had come across the problem previously. In fact it's
quite a useful feature in that it reinforces the fact that the K3 is
locked even when looking at other Config Tech settings. In some ways, I
hope that
Very true, Ron, but the problem these days is that many of today's
brains seem incapable of decoding CW ;-(
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Ron D'Eau Claire r...@cobi.biz writes
It's even more amazing how far 0.5 watts can be heard and information
exchanged using human brains as the
I am unable to reproduce the anomaly here, Jim. I have checked ALARM,
MIC+LIN and ANTIVOX and all the characters are perfectly steady.
[Firmware: 4.36, DSP 2.14, FL 1.14]
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Jim Sheldon w...@cox.net writes
I did notice one anomaly. Once the * symbol started
John - I would say that if it is just flickering on and off that is
exactly right. It does at least show that the receiver is live and the
residual noise is registering on the S-meter. Perhaps if you shorted
ANT1 to ground the flickering might reduce.
Personally, if my S-meter did not
I agree, Eric, it would certainly be nice if the K3 covered 70MHz. As
has been suggested one way of doing it would be to use a modified XV50
external transverter. I believe someone has already produced some mods
that enable the XV50 to operate on 70MHz. That would run up to 25W on CW
and
The mods to the XV50 for 4 metres are here.
http://www.mike-willis.com/XV70_Pt1.htm
73 de David G4DMP
The fun on 70 MHz for me is sporadic-E propagation. I would like to be able
to work E-skip on 70 MHz until the MUF goes up to 144 MHz, so an extra trv
would be necessary, I'ld never
You'd be best buying a K3, Gene. The KX3 lends itself particularly for
those interested in backpacking, portable or mobile use or for those
with restricted shack space. The K3 'K-line' is likely to remain
Elecraft's 'Rolls Royce' transceiver. Doubtless there will be those who
advocate a
In a recent message, Lyle Johnson k...@wavecable.com writes
Of course, no PC is required to use the KX3; it is a complete,
self-contained radio
But isn't that true of the K3 also, Lyle?
David G4DMP
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Home:
The Elecraft owners' database is still running. This was part of the
Wiki web site. Although it was originally set up for K1 K2 owners,
many of us with the K3 and XV transverters, etc, keep our entries up to
date.
http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/elowners.html
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent
There is another maker of dust covers for Elecraft rigs, Doug. They are
at
http://www.radiodustcovers.com/ELECRAFT.html
I have these covers on my K1, K2 and K3 and am very pleased with them.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Doug Turnbull turnb...@net1.ie writes
I have found Rose's
It's easy for such as you and me, Don, but judging by some of the
comments on here many radio amateurs of today couldn't even change a
power plug ;-(
73
David G4DMP
In a recent message, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com writes
A little enclosure to hold the relay and several RCA jacks or other
I have just noticed a firmware upgrade for the K144XV. If it has been
mentioned on here I'm afraid I missed it.
MCU 1.04, 4-25-2011
* Fixes status LED lighting HF Tx.
MCU 1.03, 3-18-2011
* Adds support for the K144RFLK pll lock board.
MCU 1.02, 9-30-2010
* MCU sleeps during receive to
Lee - There is an excellent PowerPoint presentation which gives a lot of
background about Elecraft and the guys who run it.
http://www.elecraft.com/manual/Elecraft_Slides2.ppt
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Lee Buller k...@swbell.net writes
I am a history buff and I like to read
In a recent message, Fred Townsend ftowns...@sbcglobal.net writes
Question: Is there any reason why corrected docs can't be immediately
made available for download instead of publishing errata lists?
Yes, this will require greater resources on the part of Elecraft at the
expense of supporting
Bill - If Elecraft had printed off 1000 copies of the manual, it would
have been a waste of paper and the rain forest for the manuals to have
been pulped and new ones printed when a couple of sheets of updates
could be produced instead. OTOH, a new manual could be produced and the
price of the P3
Ron - Shouldn't the asterisk be blinking if the K3 is being controlled
by and external reference? The presence of an asterisk merely indicates
that it has at some time been controlled by a reference since the last
power-up.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Ron D'Eau Claire r...@cobi.biz
In a recent message, Pete Smith n...@contesting.com writes
Might it be feasible to build and sell a 1500-watt amp for
something approximating three times the cost of the KPA-500?
By all means have a go at building one, Pete, and let us know how you
get on.
There would be very limited demand for
In a recent message, Mike Fatchett w...@w0mu.com writes
Can we purchase the European AC cord as it might be handy for those who
travel abroad.
Bear in mind, Mike, if you travel to the UK you will need yet a
different cord. In Great Britain with have a different power plug to
mainland Europe.
I would say the main disadvantage is that you need a suitably positioned
GPS antenna. I understand that the GPS satellites use Caesium resonators
so in theory could be more accurate than Rubidium.
Another alternative is an off-air frequency standard controlled by the
Radio 4 transmission on
Chris - Unless you are using a laptop, etc, it might be worth adding a
COM port to your computer. Most desktop motherboard have a COM header to
which can be connected a rear COM plate.
OTOH, ensure you have the up-to-date drivers for your USBCOM adapter.
There is information about this on the
Jeff -
Tip- Pin 3 (Green)
Ring - Pin 2 (Red)
Sleeve - Pin 5 (Black)
Pins 4 8 are linked together in the DP9 connector.
It is a 6 foot, 3-way screened cable, the screen being connected to the
sleeve at the stereo plug end.
I hope that helps.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message,
While operating on SSB on 144.225 MHz using the internal K144VX
transverter I am getting broadband noise around that frequency when I
switch on my P3. The noise is quite strong, about S7, and shows clearly
on the P3 screen. If I move the P3 about six inches away from the K3 the
noise disappears.
Thank you, Bill, interesting. As the problem has also been reported by
John G4ZTR I wonder whether it could be due to our 50Hz mains supply.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Bill k9...@live.com writes
David,
I tried this and found no similar issue.
Bill
K9YEQ
-Original
*** Thank you to everyone for their kind help. ***
I am pleased to report that putting a ferrite 'clamp-on' core at each
end of the 12V power lead has completely cured the problem. Because the
cable is quite thin, I managed to wind two turns round each core.
I wonder whether a screened power
In a recent message, Alan Bloom n...@sonic.net writes
The shells of the coax and the RS-232 connectors are grounded directly
to the chassis. Sounds like it must be the power cable.
That being so, Alan, is there any value in supplying screened cable for
the power lead rather than the twin 'bell
Many thanks to Ed KL7UW, Ron AC7AC and Paul W9CA for your helpful
comments on the K3EXREF.
I look forward to this product being available in due course and I have
my 10 MHz standard poised in readiness.
73 de David G4DMP
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The K3 is indeed sufficiently accurate for amateur use, but if you
already have a 10 MHz Rubidium, Caesium or GPS standard, Rick, then why
not couple it up your K3? It's just another refinement and helps to put
yours existing frequency standard to good use.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent
That seems quite a long time to install it, Ted. What's involved? I
have looked for the manual on-line but it does seem to up there yet.
Any more details would be appreciated; I'd like to order one.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Edward R. Cole kl...@acsalaska.net writes
It took me
Press and HOLD the FINE/COARSE button, Vidi. That should do the trick.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, vidi v...@telkomsa.net said
I would like to know if there is a way I can set the frequency readout
to NOT show hundreds of cycles (the last digit) when in fast tuning
mode like in
In a recent message, AD6XY m.j.wil...@rl.ac.uk writes
Can't hear me on properly SSB obviously though you are 59 down here but noise
is low. So, I call in in CW and you say This is an SSB only Net - go away!
CW is an ideal fallback when conditions are such that wide bandwidth
modes are difficult.
As far as I know, Chuck, Wayne has this in hand.
My own K144XV is unusable because of the amount of frequency drift I am
getting. If I do use my K144XV I find that I am repeatedly having to
apologise for Elecraft. It drifts almost 100Hz for every 5 minutes I
transmit. This might be okay for
Like you, John, I find the XV144 to be extremely stable after allowing a
few minutes for the oven to attain its operating temperature. I get the
correct offset without the need for any additional inductance to pull
the crystal.
A modification I have made though is to add a cooling fan similar to
Mike - The K3 is a software defined transceiver so needs time to boot up
and to close down. You should always switch off your K3 with the Power
switch on the front panel. Switching off the power at the supply would
be like shutting your computer off at the supply without first closing
down
In many countries the maximum permitted power is 400W (26dBW), Lee, so
an amplifier with 500W maximum capability is ideal. An amplifier with
any greater power will have a limited market. Over this side of the
pond we tend to stick to our licence conditions ;-)
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent
No, Klaus, from the revision notes there are bug fixes and the S-meter
has been corrected on 2 metres.
In a recent message, Koppendorfer Klaus k...@ccf.net writes
Is P3 1.00 ident with 0.50
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| Website:
I am finding the same here, Jeff, and it has been reported. But for me a
more important problem with the K144XV is the amount of frequency drift.
It would see there are several issues that need resolving.
73
David G4DMP
In a recent message, Jeff Cochrane - VK4BOF vk4bof.elecr...@gmail.com
Don W3FPR:
A query about C228 a few days ago prompted me to look at my own K2
manual which does not show C228. Unless my old grey cells deceive me, I
recall the 40m bandpass filter being changed several years ago. In fact,
I have found an old envelope in which I have gathered together the
Thank you very much, Sverre; I now remember it. I shall not make the
change, particularly as I rarely operate above 7100 kHz anyway.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Sverre Holm (LA3ZA) la...@nrrl.no writes
All the proposed changes to the 40 m bandpass were, as far as I can recall,
Would you confirm, please Alan, that -93dBm will continue to be used for
144 MHz when using the XV144 or K144XV ?
David G4DMP
In a recent message, Alan Bloom n...@cds1.net writes
It probably does make sense to use -73 dBm on 6 meters, the same as the
HF bands, if for no other reason than to make
I would not dream of describing myself as an Elmer, but is this what you
are looking for?
http://www.qslnet.de/member/la3za/K2/modAny.html
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Robert Cochrane robert.a.cochr...@btinternet.com
writes
Can one of the Elecraft Elmers point me in the right
Matt - Interested to know that your K144XV is stable. I am afraid that
mine drifts horrendously (almost 100Hz per 5 minutes). Hence I have
ceased using it until a fix is produce and have reverted to my XV144
which is far superior.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Matt Zilmer
I am not 100% certain on this, John, but I believe that with K144XV
firmware v1.02, some of its circuits are left switched on when the K3 is
switched to other bands. I think this was in an attempt to reduce drift.
The did not occur with the original v1.00 firmware.
73 de David G4DMP
In a
In a recent message, Arie Kleingeld PA3A p...@xs4all.nl writes
MHO: If you buy one, then buy the kit version.
I agree with you there, Arie. Reading this reflector, many of the
queries and problems people have are from those who have bought the K3
ready built. Had they assembled their K3s they
In a recent message, tony rowland biggsbigb...@yahoo.com writes
will someone, in a nutshell, explain what a transverter is and why i
might need one.
s/tony rowland
To save bandwidth on here, Tony, please look at Wikipedia. There is a
simple explanation on there.
By the way, please give your
Phil - The battery will be from either the KDSP2 or the KAF2 and is
required to keep the RTC up to date.
By the way, do you have a callsign? I have searched for your 01264 on
the Owners' Database at http://www.zerobeat.net/qrp/elowners.html but am
unable to find you on there. You might like
Wear cotton clothing rather than nylon or highly static material; avoid
walking around on static-prone carpets. Wrap a length of bare copper
wire around your wrist and solder a 2 megohm resistor to it. Connect
that to a nearby ground connection. Just ensure that the K3 is always
at the same
Nobody disputes that OM, but read the original post. He is wishing to
improvise until his ESD station arrives.
In a recent message, George A. Thornton
gthorn...@thorntonmostullaw.com writes
[snip]
Why pay so much for a high quality radio and then scrimp on the anti
static mat?
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I have been trying to use the K3 Memory Editor but am having a problem
with it when trying to set the Repeater Offset on 50 MHz (6 meters) to
+0.5 (as it is in the UK). Reading from my K3, the Offset field in the
editor is blank. If I enter +0.5 there and then send it to the K3 it
sets my K3
It's obviously not too difficult for the repeater keepers in the UK,
Ken. All the 6 metre repeaters on 50MHz have a input/output offset of
500kHz.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Rose elecraftcov...@gmail.com writes
The 6M repeater offsets here in the US are either 1.0 or 1.6 MHZ.
There
How high is the priority for improving the K144XV S-meter, Lyle?
Also, the K144XV frequency drift? Almost everyone I work on 2 meters
tell me about my drifting signal :-(
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Lyle Johnson k...@wavecable.com writes
Making further changes to the K3 NR remains
That's fine, Ron, if you have your 2.7kHz filter in position 1. FLtx
should be set to whatever filter position your 2.7kHz filter is fitted.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, n5q...@gmail.com writes
Thanks, but see my original post : FLtx SB is set to FL1.
Ron
N5QQ
On Mon, Nov 22, 2010
Sam - Could this be because you are using an RS232 cable? Bear in mind
that the 9-D connector is NOT a standard RS232; you will need to wire
up a cable yourself to connect the K2 to the COM port on your computer.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Samuel Strongin kf4...@embarqmail.com
Nothing to worry about, Ian. The KAT3 automatically reduces the power
while tuning up to protect the relays. But you do need to set the power
control to over about 5W or else you will get a Lo P warning, which
indicates that the power is set too low for the KAT3 to perform the
tuning operation.
Has it now been released, Howard? I've just been trawling all the FTP
folders without success. Please advise.
David G4DMP
In a recent message, Howard K2HK k...@arrl.net writes
Been playing with the new 4.21 release for a few hours.
Presumably you are referring to the 15-pin D-connector, Bob. According
to the schematic of the IO Board, pin-10 is KEYOUT_LP
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Bob G3PJT g3...@btinternet.com writes
Hi Can anyone tell me the function/spec for pin 10 of the VGA connector
please
You can check for the latest manual on the Elecraft web site, Ed.
However, it has been suggested recently that the Menu sections of the
manual be updated and issued separately as PDF files, but I don't know
whether the suggestion is being taken up.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Ed G
I accept that, Lexa, but it does just seem strange that an audibly
strong signal on 2 metres, with very little background noise, hardly
moves the S-meter. It's quite okay on the HF bands and 6 metres.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Alexandr Kobranov kobra...@amoscz.cz writes
Keep in
Adriana Lexa -
I have both the external XV144 and the internal K144XV. While they both
have their advantages and disadvantages it all depends on what you want
to use them for.
For frequency stability the XV144 (with crystal oven) is far superior
although Elecraft are currently doing some
Yes, Eric, like you I usually switch on my XV144 for about 20 minutes
before I intend to use it to allow the crystal oven to get up to
temperature. Then, it is nice and stable. I did have the Mitsubishi PA
module fail on me and had to replace it. I have also fitted an internal
fan similar to
I fitted a 4-way connector to the KXV60 to I could unplug the BNC
connectors when I removed the top cover of the K2. I felt that BNC were
more appropriate for RF connections to the XV144, particularly as the
XV144 has BNC also.
In a recent message, Bruce Beford bruce.bef...@myfairpoint.net
Yes, Jan, that is exactly what the new firmware is for. The K144XV has
been available for several months and many of us are now using it with
much success on 2 metres. See the order page on the Elecraft web site
for details of price and delivery.
73
David G4DMP
In a recent message, Jan Holmer
I get something similar here. The problem only happens after pressing
REV. If you then press A/B the P3 stays on the VFO A frequency. The P3
is not actually frozen, but it won't show VFO B until it is powered down
and then up.
(K3 Firmware 4.12; P3 Firmware 00.38)
73 de David G4DMP
In a
Well said. There's so much Off Topic stuff on here that it's becoming
increasing difficult finding what relates directly to Elecraft products.
73 de David G4DMP
K1, KX1, K2, K3, P3, etc
On Tue, Sep 28, 2010 at 6:21 AM, Mike Harris mike.har...@cwimail.fk wrote:
The subject needs booting off
Jeff -
If you look at the release notes for firmware 4.12 you'll see that it
includes...
* K144XV S-METER CORRECTION: The S-meter is now properly compensated for
the added gain of the K144XV.
With earlier firmware the S-meter was reading far too high and in my
case it brings it more into line
In a recent message, Bob Cunnings bob.cunni...@gmail.com writes
Here's another un-original idea: how about static band edge markers on
the P3? These would be vertical red lines on the spectrum display to
demarcate the ham bands.
Not a good idea, Bob, unless the band edges can be user
There's lots of information on this website, Pippo. You can search for
Multicore and then Crystal and 2C. Both types are listed and the
company specialises in electronics which shows that maybe both types are
suitable.
Joe - It might be useful to upgrade to the latest K3 v4.10 beta
software. It provides some changes to the way the transverters are
addressed.
* K144XV BAND-DATA OUTPUT ADDRESS RANGE INCREASED:
Originally, CONFIG:XVn ADR was always set to INT TRN1 to enable
the K144XV. This set all band data
between about 8.5 Watts and
about 13, which is where there is a discontinuity as one advances the
knob (short of putting in a pad and adjusting the attenuation on the
output manually)?
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Home: http
ftp://elecraft.co.uk/K3/firmware/beta/k3fw4r10.zip
In message 20100913095834.583764ui77x61...@webmail.widomaker.com,
n...@widomaker.com writes
Where is the 4.1 beta? I have looked for it and onbly founbd the 4.05
which i already hve on my K3.
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Sorry, I should have said
ftp://elecraft.com/K3/firmware/beta/k3fw4r10.zip
In message 3mvuubbj7ijmf...@g4dmp.fsnet.co.uk, David Pratt
da...@g4dmp.fsnet.co.uk writes
ftp://elecraft.co.uk/K3/firmware/beta/k3fw4r10.zip
In message 20100913095834.583764ui77x61...@webmail.widomaker.com,
n
The latest 4.10 beta firmware provides additional K3DVR features and
they work well, but I would also like to see a Record time counter
similar to that currently available for Playback.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Nick Winter K7MO wj...@blarg.net wrote ...
Please excuse if this
This is coming, Nige; see Wayne's msg on the reflector on 15 June at
00:15:39
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There appears to be more demand for this than we thought, so we're
looking into it again.
Note that our planned external reference implementation
Searching the June 2010 Schematics PDF file doesn't show any capacitor
with a value of 5.6pF in the K3.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Nand Kishore vu2...@gmail.com wrote ...
The capacitor does show that it had been soldered.
Nandu
VU2NKS
The Elecraft Owner Database is quite useful but maybe some people on
here do not know about it.
http://zerobeat.net/qrp/elowners.html
There are thousands of records on there although it is a bit out of date
in some places. It shows M0XDF still waiting for his KRX3, KDVR3
KFL3B-FM, but it's
I'll send you some with pleasure, David, if you want. But why don't you
build your XV144 while you're waiting?
73
David G4DMP/G3KEP
Leeds, UK
In a recent message, Rick Prather k6limae...@gmail.com wrote ...
David,
I'm really surprised that you haven't been able to pick up a couple of
those
If its the E700078 jack nuts that are missing, why not borrow those in
your XV144 kit until the others arrive?
73
David
In a recent message, David Ferrington, M0XDF m0...@alphadene.co.uk
wrote ...
Thanks for the offer, just one will do to hold the board in until the
Elecraft ones appear.
That is a great thought, Mike, and one that has been on the infamous
list of software upgrades for many months. Each time an upgrade is
released, several of us keep our fingers crossed that it includes the
facility to temporary adjust the monitor to a preset level during
retransmission of an
I am getting an error message when attempting to open Rev A3 of the P3
Manual (10 August 2010) saying that the file is corrupt. I've tried
several times. Do others find the same?
David
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David G4DMP
Leeds, England, UK
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Excellent, Ed, and many congratulations on your KX1. You will enjoy CW
with all its advantages over other modes. Don't worry about your
problems with 'F' or any other letters for that matter. Just call CQ at
12wpm and folks will return to you at a similar speed. Practice on the
air is much
If this Reflector is anything to go by, Bill, there are lots of LIDs
that own a K2 and/or a K3, etc. :-(
In a recent message, Bill VanAlstyne W5WVO w5...@cybermesa.net wrote..
I cannot imagine that any LID would own a smart, excellent radio like the
K2... Will probably be very hard to find such
The problem, Deni, is that if you are using a speaker and have MON set
to zero, you are unable to hear what is being retransmitted.
Consequently, it is easy to retransmit the wrong stuff, including
callsigns, which would be against licence conditions.
I understand that it is the intention for
Don't worry about it, Susan. Wayne has on his 'list' to include some
refinements to the KDVR3 to enable us to actually hear what is being
transmitted. Until then, my own KDVR3 is on hold.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, ussv dharma ussvdha...@yahoo.com wrote ...
I have finally just
Replacement crystal elements are available for $12 on ebay.com, Grant
Bob. They are not the genuine article but they are a similar size and
the speech quality is indistinguishable from the original Astatic
version; I use one.
73 de David G4DMP
In a recent message, Bob Stevens
At some time during the life of my K3 I have changed the SMD resistor
R91 from 100 ohms to 22 ohms. I can't find the mod sheet that describes
this change so do not know the reason for the change.
However, although the latest schematics (Sht 3 of 4) shows an asterisk
against R91 indicating
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