Re: [Elecraft] Heil 4-pin XLR pinout

2010-07-02 Thread Doug Person
The 4-pin XLR can be obtained from cheapham.com. On 7/2/2010 5:25 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: But what I'm trying to find online is a place that gives the pinout for Heil's 4-pin XLR mic's... Try: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/rg4wpw/date.html I'm also trying to find a local

Re: [Elecraft] rather provocative advert from Kenwood

2010-07-02 Thread Doug Person
I completely agree with you on the TS-830 and TS-850 - both excellent rigs and nothing Kenwood has done since comes close. I kind of liked the TS-480 but eventually sold it. I would think the TS-590 might be pretty good. It will be interesting though to see what the price comes out as.

Re: [Elecraft] OT--A Suggestion About Printers

2009-12-07 Thread Doug Person
Its worth noting that a huge secondary market for ink cartridges has developed over the years. I but my cartridges off eBay for about $8 a pop. Some people (especially the printer manufacturers) claim these are inferior and may damage your printer. This is the casting of F.U.D. (Fear,

[Elecraft] K2: Problem Setting AGC Threshold

2009-10-12 Thread Doug Person
Hi Folks, I'm very leisurely building K2 6798. I've reached page 48 where I am performing Setting the AGC Threshold. I have a confusing situation. Pin 5 of U2 reads 7.85 volts and this value does not change when R1 is adjusted. I don't see any incorrectly placed components. All solder

Re: [Elecraft] speakers

2009-09-30 Thread Doug Person
These look really good and you can't beat the price. No we just need stereo amplifier so we can drive them from the line level output. 73, Doug -- K0DXV ac...@aol.com wrote: Here's the Best Buy webpage for these speakers:

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Speakers

2009-09-29 Thread Doug Person
I use a set of small Pyle speakers that I bought from buy.com for around $29 the pair. They sound great and have very good power handling for their size. Model PCB4BK. I also have the Radio Shack speaker mentioned by others as well as some Minimus 0.5 Radio Shack speakers that sound great

Re: [Elecraft] K3 EZ and .NET

2009-09-21 Thread Doug Person
Wouldn't it be a lot simpler to just turn automatic updates off when your not in a good location? Doug -- K0DXV rfenab...@gmail.com wrote: Ok, the reason for me not wanting the .NET software is as follows: 1. The program will run off line for a limited time and then want to go to Microsoft

Re: [Elecraft] Firmware Loading!

2009-09-04 Thread Doug Person
Dick, This is a common problem with applications accessing serial ports. It is very driver dependent. Doug -- K0DXV (Senior Programmer -IBM) Dick Dievendorff wrote: I'll look into this. My intent us to Close the serial port in all exit paths. But Close calls driver-specific routines. Is this

[Elecraft] Tips on setting transmit drive for PSK31

2009-09-03 Thread Doug Person
I'm trying to get my K3 running on PSK31. Everything seems fine so far. I'm using line in/line out into mic and headphone on my laptop. Copy is very good. Transmit drive is touchy and I'm wondering if anyone has any tips on setting the correct amount of audio drive. My power is set to 20

[Elecraft] First K3 PSK31 Contact: VK2VFV

2009-09-03 Thread Doug Person
Very cool. After a few CQs VK2VFV returned my call. This is the first time I've tried PSK31 with the K3 and the first time in maybe 5 years I've been on PSK31. After getting some good guidance, the K3 is actually very easy to hookup and use on digital modes. Considering the poor band

[Elecraft] LC Back lighting location of new K3 mods

2009-09-01 Thread Doug Person
Where would I find the details for the mods that are required for the new firmware? Also, what is the source of the LCD panel back lighting? I hope the answer is LEDs. I like to just let the K3 stay on all day and I'm hoping I'm not running down the back lighting bulbs. If they're LEDs then

[Elecraft] KX1 problems

2009-08-28 Thread Doug Person
Just finished my KX1. Unfortunately, it won't produce any output on transmit. Receive is excellent. Toroids are solid. Board was carefully inspected with good magnifier. All solder joints are solid and clean. I get the following voltages in tun mode: Q6: B=0v C=12.67v E=0v Q5: C=12.67v

Re: [Elecraft] Standard paddle settings

2009-08-20 Thread Doug Person
I've been operating left-handed with dots on the fore-finger since the early 60's when my dad built a tube based Heathkit keyer. I can comfortably send 25 WPM without even thinking about what my fingers are doing. I'm sure there's a point to encouraging newbies to learn the right way. But in

Re: [Elecraft] P3 high-quality photos to be posted tonight ( from Elecraft)

2009-08-16 Thread Doug Person
Eric, Beautiful. Everything I could ever want. Sign me up. I can't wait. Doug -- K0DXV Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: Here's a larger shot of the P3 and K3 we took in the room tonight. (You may need to resize it in your browser.) http://www.elecraft.com/K3/pics/P3%20w%20K3%20a.JPG

[Elecraft] Calibrating K3 Wattmeter

2009-08-11 Thread Doug Person
On page 49 of the K3 Owners there is a procedure for calibrating the K3's watt meter. The 6th step reads Hold TUNE; adjust menu parameter for a reading of 5.0 on the external watt meter. My question is adjust WHAT to adjust the menu parameter. Certainly not the main tuning like how every

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Info!

2009-08-11 Thread Doug Person
Wayne, I would vote for an included internal speaker since this would add minimal cost and make available an optional power supply. Doug -- K0DXV Gordan Hribar wrote: From: wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: April 28, 2007 11:25:51 AM PDT To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] QSK options inquiry

2009-08-11 Thread Doug Person
Who sells the Acom 1010? Can't find any dealers with a google search. Sure looks nice. Doug -- K0DXV Rick Tavan N6XI wrote: Dunno about the 1010 but the ACOM 1000 works beautifully with my K3 on full QSK. I think but am not sure that the 1010 is just a recent update of the 1000. At any

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic: CW sending vs. recieving speed

2009-08-07 Thread Doug Person
Not sure I agree. I can send 25 WPM with a decent straight key and 30-35 with a good iambic paddle. However, I can only comfortably copy 15 WPM. I have a lot of trouble with stations that just need to send at 20 WPM. I just can't quite manage that speed. Doug -- K0DXV k8dd. wrote: dw

Re: [Elecraft] Off-Topic: CW sending vs. receiving speed

2009-08-07 Thread Doug Person
I sure can relate to that. I can send wonderful code at 25 WPM but simply cannot copy anywhere near that. I'm trying a new technique. I'm going to copy received code by typing it on my computer. I can type an easy 60-70 WPM so I'm hoping that by putting down the pencil and banging on the

Re: [Elecraft] Dilemma: K1 or KX1 - I can't decide

2009-08-05 Thread Doug Person
could get that on the KX-1, but I think I will build a MFJ Cub to cover that band. At any rate, you will have fun building and operating the rig no matter which way you go. Good luck and enjoy your recovery! 73, John, WA6L Doug Person wrote: While I hang around the recovering from

[Elecraft] Dilemma: K1 or KX1 - I can't decide

2009-08-04 Thread Doug Person
While I hang around the recovering from my back surgery and a nasty case of pneumonia, I've run out of projects that require melting solder. This of course means its time to order another kit. After spending hours (I have lots of time) researching kits, I, naturally, arrived back at

Re: [Elecraft] Magnetic Loops

2009-08-03 Thread Doug Person
I have an old AEA loop in my garage attic. It functions very effectively. The bandwidth on 20 is no more than 10Khz or less. But signal reports and reception are only slightly lower than my full-size dipoles. When you get the feel for using it you can retune in seconds using just your ear

Re: [Elecraft] Magnetic Loops

2009-08-03 Thread Doug Person
Just for fun once, I decided to make the smallest possible antenna and see if I could make any contacts. I wound about 30 week of #12 solid insulated wire around a 3/4 PVC pipe. Parallel to it and electrically in series, I created a tunable tubular capacitor using copper pipe and a threaded

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and SM-20 mic

2009-08-03 Thread Doug Person
I use an SM-8 which is similar. I get wonderful audio reports and I'm very pleased with its operation. I'm sure the SM-20 will work well. Doug -- K0DXV Michael M. Raskin wrote: Anyone using the K3 and the ICOM SM-20 mic? What desk mic is good to use with the K3? Anyone try different

Re: [Elecraft] Magnetic Loop antenna...off Elecraft topic

2009-08-03 Thread Doug Person
All I can say is: WOW. Doug -- K0DXV Augie Hansen wrote: Stan Jacox wrote: ... I found a small plumbing shop open late and bought 4 meters of 1/2in copper tubing and made a loop this evening. I had no high voltage capacitors so cut various lengths of RG-58A to use as coax caps and

Re: [Elecraft] PowerSDR-IF/IQ

2009-08-01 Thread Doug Person
Standard 15 LCD monitors with a resolution of 1024 x 768 are available on eBay for next to nothing ( less than $50 shipped). Your next best choice would be a modern 15.6 monitor with a resolution of 1366 x 768. My local Walmart carries a decent one for only $98. Consumer tastes are leaning

[Elecraft] New K3 Running beautifully

2009-07-31 Thread Doug Person
I'm happy to report that K3/100 #3294 is running superbly. This is my second K3 - the first was #77. The 756Pro3 is now back it its box and in the storage room. I must say, though, that the spectrum display on the pro is excellent. I feel sort of blinded without it. Being able to actually

Re: [Elecraft] Curious problem after installing KPA3 and KAT3

2009-07-28 Thread Doug Person
Yes, of course. And verified the dummy load was working correctly with an MFJ 259. N5GE wrote: Doug Person wrote: Hi Folks, Installing the KPA3 and KAT3 is pretty straight forward. That's why I don't understand what's wrong. Looks like ANT1 and ANT2 are both open. I can see

Re: [Elecraft] Curious problem after installing KPA3 and KAT3

2009-07-28 Thread Doug Person
I removed the KAT3 and reinstalled the KANT3. SWR now normal. Doug -- K0DXV At 22:59 07/27/2009, you wrote: Hi Folks, Installing the KPA3 and KAT3 is pretty straight forward. That's why I don't understand what's wrong. Looks like ANT1 and ANT2 are both open. I can see the leads

[Elecraft] Curious problem after installing KPA3 and KAT3

2009-07-27 Thread Doug Person
Hi Folks, Installing the KPA3 and KAT3 is pretty straight forward. That's why I don't understand what's wrong. Looks like ANT1 and ANT2 are both open. I can see the leads physically connected in the right order to the KAT3. The KAT3 is enabled in the menu, as is the KPA3. But when I

Re: [Elecraft] Adieu

2009-07-25 Thread Doug Person
I've built a K1, a KX1, 2 K2's and 2 K3's. Between each build was a period of interest in other rigs. I just now finished my second K3. I always come back. There's something about an Elecraft rig on the desk that provides a kind of satisfaction that somehow can't be easily defined nor

Re: [Elecraft] WD6DBM Builds for the Cycle

2009-07-24 Thread Doug Person
I can relate to that. A few weeks ago I had a complicated spinal procedure performed. Recovery is a slow process and the outcome will not be clear for a few more weeks. Last weekend the proper solution to my post-operative doldrums solidified in my head and I quickly ordered a K3 kit along

Re: [Elecraft] LP-Pan vs K3 unit

2009-07-23 Thread Doug Person
I think having all these features can only be economically implemented with an external computer. For me, I only wish for a real panoramic display in color with adjustable bandwidth. Having the ability to see the band offers such a significant advantage that I feel quite blind without it.

Re: [Elecraft] For All CW Enthusiasts...

2009-07-23 Thread Doug Person
Wow. She's really amazing. On your point Grant, to each, his/her own approach... What ever makes you happy and most efficient. Being a professional computer programmer, I see as art good code that can accurately decode the broad variety of fists - be they electronically computer generated

[Elecraft] KAT3 Specs

2009-07-21 Thread Doug Person
I was looking for the specs for the KAT3 tuner option for the K3. Just wondering what the tuning range is and if it will fully replace the LDG AT-200 I'm currently using. After years of coax fed dipoles I finally got around to experimenting with open wire fed dipoles. I'm quite impressed

[Elecraft] K3 and amplifiers such as ALS-600

2009-07-21 Thread Doug Person
I was wondering if anyone has used the K3 with the Ameritron ALS-600. Any issues, gotchas, etc? Doug -- K0DXV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 Specs

2009-07-21 Thread Doug Person
Thanks for the input Ron. The open-wire fed antenna has really captured my interest. I have not had any luck get the 90' antenna to load on 80/75 meters. My balun us switchable between 1:1 and 1:4. I just switched it to 1:1 after reading about baluns on the DX Engineering website. Perhaps

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and amplifiers such as ALS-600

2009-07-21 Thread Doug Person
Monty, Actually, I have a new one. And I have an MFJ-994B auto-tuner in front of it. My current main rig is an Icom IC756Pro3 - which I love. I had an early K3 and when the economy tanked I had to sell it. Now that I'm back on a more even footing I decided I can't live without another K3.

Re: [Elecraft] Pro11/111 vs K3

2008-03-14 Thread Doug Person
Current price of the Icom IC756ProIII is 2699.00. And what's wrong with discussing price/performance comparisons of the K3 VS: other mainstream and popular rigs? Sure beats the constant debate on Elecraft's ability to meet shipping schedules. Doug -- K0DXV Dave G. wrote: First let me

Re: [Elecraft] PRO II vs K2

2008-03-13 Thread Doug Person
Four times?? A K2 with enough options to make it comparable to an IC-756ProIII is $1861.00. The current best price on the IC-756ProIII is 2695.00 - that's not even twice, its only 30% more. Considering the the time invested in building one - the K2 is not even close to an economical radio.

[Elecraft] Open to Offers for K3/100 #77

2008-03-08 Thread Doug Person
I am open to offers for K3/100 #77 with KAT3 and KFL3A-500 filter. The K3 is flawless - everything works perfectly - no marks - like new. Latest firmware updates. I can provide photos to those interested. I am facing considerable medical expenses in the very near future. Doug -- K0DXV

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VOX

2008-01-31 Thread Doug Person
The cool part is that I can plug my $8 computer headset into the K3, switch to VOX and sit back in my chair and not touch a thing. My contacts have stated that my cheap headset does not have quite the sound quality of my Heil #5, but that it sure is decent enough for a rag chew. I agree. The

Re: [Elecraft] So you think your K3 got special treatment?

2008-01-24 Thread Doug Person
Eric, Your Cessna looks pretty new. Can you share some details on its vintage and options? Fellow Cessna lovers would like to know these details... 73, Doug -- K0DXV Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote: The in-flight photo was taken by a pilot friend and professional photographer, Dan

[Elecraft] Key paddle kits?

2008-01-24 Thread Doug Person
Does nayone recall a company that makes keyyer paddle kits? I recall a flurry of comments on various paddles and one that I looked over was actually a kit for a very reasonable price. I can't seem to turn it up on a google search. tnx, Doug -- K0DXV

Re: [Elecraft] Key paddle kits?

2008-01-24 Thread Doug Person
How can you beat that price? ($69) and you get to *build* it!! tnx 73, Doug -- K0DXV Jim Wilson wrote: Try www.w5jh.net http://www.w5jh.net/ Jerry makes a nice paddle kit called the Black Widow . An interesting and inexpensive design. jim, wtmhl At 05:36 PM 1/24/2008, you wrote: Does

[Elecraft] Key Paddle Kits

2008-01-24 Thread Doug Person
Thanks for everyone's comments. The Black Widow seems like a great deal so I ordered one. I have collection of keys none of which I'm very happy with. Most are on ebay right now and not getting much attention. I hope to end up with a nice, light compact key with good action and heavy one

Re: [Elecraft] Re: build rate?

2008-01-22 Thread Doug Person
Regarding the amps, I gave up, at least temporarily, and bought an Ameritron ALS-600. I expect to sell it on ebay when the Elecraft amps are released. Not pushing or trying to start another firestorm, but sure would love to hear what the status is on them. Doug -- K0DXV David J Windisch

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping,second receivers etc, etc

2008-01-21 Thread Doug Person
My sentiments as well. Your choices are clear. Be patient or find something else to obsess over. Doug -- K0DXV Nick Henwood wrote: Dear critics,believers,pious preachers,flag wavers etc. Sure there are others like me who have a view but are now bored to death with this reflector. Please give

[Elecraft] Contemplating new power supply

2008-01-20 Thread Doug Person
I've been clearing the store room of the decades of accumulated radio-related items. I've done well on eBay. And now its time to replace a few critical items. I'm wondering what you guys think is about the best power supply for the money for my K3/100. Right now I'm thinking the Alinco

Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 + KAT100 + Cushcradt R8 Vertical

2008-01-17 Thread Doug Person
Phil, The R8 has been discontinued for some time so I assume you have a line on a used one. There has been some issues with getting parts for the older Cushcraft verticals. I've had most of the so-called no-radial verticals and the Cushcraft is more or less the middle of the pack. I found

Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 + KAT100 + Cushcradt R8 Vertical

2008-01-17 Thread Doug Person
Phil and all, Sorry, I was thinking of the R7 - the R8 is still in production. 73, Doug -- K0DXV Phil Kane wrote: I am contemplating replacing my BW Wideband Folded Dipole with a Cushcraft R8, the successor to the R7, as my main HF antenna. The BW is best described as a resistor with

Re: [Elecraft] FS: Astron 4 AMP Linear Power Supply

2008-01-13 Thread Doug Person
The Astron power supply has been spoken for. Thanks, Doug -- K0DXV Doug Person wrote: I'm cleaning out my shack. Many things are going out on eBay. This power supply is perfect for the K2 QRP version (as wells as the K1 and KX1) so I thought I would posted it here before listing it. 4 amps

Re: [Elecraft] Happy New Year

2007-12-31 Thread Doug Person
Happy New Year to all from the chilly west slope of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. 73, Doug -- K0DXV Dave Wilburn wrote: Don Wilhelm wrote: I know this is 3 hours early for those on the left coast, but we greeted 2008 a few minutes ago here in North Carolina. Best wishes for a Happy and

[Elecraft] Switching requirements of SB-200?

2007-12-30 Thread Doug Person
Is anyone familiar with the SB-200 and its switching requirements? Is it something the K3 can handle? Thanks 73, Doug -- K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info

Re: [Elecraft] Which Heil Prosets should we carry?

2007-12-28 Thread Doug Person
I get glowing reports on my K3 audio with the HC5 element. It would be very nice to have a K3-compatible plug-n-play desk mic with the HC5 element. Also, I've had a bit of trouble finding 8-pin foster mic plugs. This might be a nice thing for Elecraft to stock. 73, Doug -- K0DXV Eric

[Elecraft] FS: Unbuilt KDPS2

2007-12-25 Thread Doug Person
Since I got my K3, I'm not inclined to build the KDSP2 for my K2 (which I may soon sell as well). Offering my unbuilt KDSP2 kit for $200 shipped CONUS via USPS PriorityMail. Tnx, 73, es Merry Christmas Doug -- K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post

[Elecraft] For Sale: Unbuilt KDSP2

2007-12-25 Thread Doug Person
Brand new, unbuilt KDSP2 direct from Elecraft. After working with my K3 I decided not to go with the KDSP2 in the K2. US$200 shipped USPS Priority Mail. PayPal preferred to [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

Re: [Elecraft] On a more technical note.....

2007-12-08 Thread Doug Person
I must admit I placed a dab of thermal grease on each of the LPA final transistors. I couldn't help myself. Probably doesn't need it. But I certainly feel better knowing that the thermal transfer will be just a tad more efficient. Doug -- K0DXV K3/100 #77 Ron D'Eau Claire wrote: Another

[Elecraft] A nice serial cable for the K3

2007-11-29 Thread Doug Person
All Electronics http://www.allelectronics.com/ ( www.allelectronics.com ) catalog # SRC-1. Only $4.00. A very nicely made serial cable. Works perfect with the K3. Has RFI ferrites on both ends. Doug -- K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] Thoughts on additional K3 feature

2007-11-28 Thread Doug Person
One thing I would like to see is a way to send text to the K3 that is then sent as PSK31. Currently you can do this by sending morse with a key. But, being able to send text directly through the serial port would allow simple keyboard operation from a terminal program. Doug -- K0DXV K2/100

Re: [Elecraft] Thoughts on additional K3 feature

2007-11-28 Thread Doug Person
to the K3 :-) On 28/11/07 16:36, Doug Person [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: One thing I would like to see is a way to send text to the K3 that is then sent as PSK31. Currently you can do this by sending morse with a key. But, being able to send text directly through the serial port would allow

Re: [Elecraft] Thoughts on additional K3 feature

2007-11-28 Thread Doug Person
is speculation at this point. :-) We -do- plan to allow users to use the 'KY' serial command to send text to the K3's PSK encoder in a future K3 f/w release. 73, Eric WA6HHQ _..._ Doug Person wrote: Too bad they didn't use the same standard mini-din used on virtually all pc keyboards. David

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Curious behavior

2007-11-27 Thread Doug Person
from Elecraft for this info ! After that you will be able to adjust mic gain. Thomas, DM7TN #78 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Doug Person Sent: Tuesday, November 27, 2007 12:28 AM To: Elecraft Discussion List Subject: [Elecraft] K3

Re: [Elecraft] Heil mic question

2007-11-26 Thread Doug Person
Ken, My Heil is working with the K3 just fine. No problems getting enough drive. Doug -- K0DXV K3/100 #77 Ken Kopp wrote: I have made an adapter cable for connecting my several ICOM mics to my K3 and they all work well. I have a Heil GM-4/5 Goldline desk mic and I have an uneasy feeling that

Re: [Elecraft] Choosing headset

2007-11-26 Thread Doug Person
Any good quality headset made for computer use will work just fine. You literally can plug-and-play into the jacks on the back of the rig. I hooked up a foot switch and alternate between that and vox with ease using a very inexpensive set of headphones I bought from AllElectronics. Doug --

[Elecraft] K3 Curious behavior

2007-11-26 Thread Doug Person
When in mode LSB Mic doesn't adjust mic gain. VFO B displays TN1 x.x when I turn the Mic pot. Seems odd. Doug -- K0DXV K3/100 #77 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber

[Elecraft] Computer type headsets with the K3

2007-11-23 Thread Doug Person
On my last order to my favorite computer parts vendor I added an inexpensive ($9.00) computer-type headset with mic. These turned out to be somewhat cheaply made - but not bad, with good sound quality and are reasonably comfortable. I plugged them into the K3, set the appropriate parameters

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Noise reduction gone in v1.42 firmware update?

2007-11-23 Thread Doug Person
Dave, I made the same observation yesterday after loading the new firmware. I press NR and get N/A in the display. 73, Doug -- K0DXV K3/100 #77 Dave G4AON wrote: I don't know if it's something I've done, or if it's the latest firmware, but somehow I've lost my noise reduction function! Can

[Elecraft] Computer-based PSK31 with K3

2007-11-23 Thread Doug Person
Has anyone tried to use DgiPan or WinPSK with the K3? I'm in Data Mode A, PTT set to DTR and RTS, input to line-in. Clicking transmit on either program - the K3 will not go into transmit mode. Both programs configured to use RTS and/or DTR to key the rig. Ocasionally, I see the transmit LED

[Elecraft] K3 #77 KPA3 Problem

2007-11-22 Thread Doug Person
I installed the KPA3 thins morning. Everything looks right but I can't adjust power output beyond 12.0. Has anyone installed a KPA3? Could I be missing something? KPA3 CONFIG option is set to nor. I get a distinct click when I switch the option to tst and the fans work fine. Doug -- K0DXV

Re: [Elecraft] K3 #77 KPA3 Problem

2007-11-22 Thread Doug Person
Dave- you are 'da man (to use a quaint American expression). Yes, that is an easy mistake to make and a quick twist past all the other options brought me to the other PA nor. Thanks so much es 73, Doug -- K0DXV K3/100 #77 Dave G4AON wrote: Further to Wayne's reply, make sure it's not PA io

[Elecraft] K3 #77 yet another problem

2007-11-22 Thread Doug Person
Again, maybe I missed something - but this seems pretty straightforward. Plugged a mic into the back mic jack, set bias, vox gain and anti-vox. All seems correct. and the vox kicks transmitter on perfectly. If I hit tune button I get full 100 watts out. But if I speak into the mic I get

Re: [Elecraft] K3 #77 yet another problem

2007-11-22 Thread Doug Person
calbration on all bands? For me, that was the problem. Also check the MIC SEL setting for r.H instead of r.L if you need more mic gain. Leigh/WA5ZNU On Thu, 22 Nov 2007 1:36 pm, Doug Person wrote: Again, maybe I missed something - but this seems pretty straightforward. Plugged a mic into the back mic

[Elecraft] K3 #77 Status

2007-11-20 Thread Doug Person
K3/100 #77 has made it to the power-on test. The nice amber glow of LCD display was very gratifying. Hopefully, I'll finish up tomorrow and put it on the air. Doug -- K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 assembly photos

2007-11-20 Thread Doug Person
Nice pics. Nice station. Hopefully the Icom will move to the side and the K3 will take center-stage. here is my 'contribution' to the assembly photos http://albums.photo.epson.com/j/ViewPhoto?u=1771119a=32611738p=75992458 ___ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3 Arrived in Clark CO

2007-11-19 Thread Doug Person
Its here - but haven't yet figured out where the serial number is. Can someone give me a hint? tnx - Doug -- K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr.

[Elecraft] Serial Number 77 now underway in Clark, Colorado

2007-11-19 Thread Doug Person
K3/100 s/n 77 Status: I couldn't have asked for a better serial number. Guess I'll be up late tonight. I can hear my boss now saying You got a K-what? and that's more important than your project?. Yup. I'll need the next couple of days off... Doug -- K0DXV

Re: [Elecraft] Transmission line loss

2007-11-17 Thread Doug Person
The bigger difference between RG-8X and 9914 is power handling capacity. Also, there are some low-loss RG-8X cables out there that cut the loss difference by half again. I bought a 500' spool at a hamfest some years ago. It's double shielded. I've used short runs to UHF antennas for

Re: [Elecraft] Can a R5 vertical be ground mounted??

2007-11-14 Thread Doug Person
The R5 can be ground-mounted. It will exhibit very acceptable SWR across all of its 5 bands when mounted close to the ground. However, my experience has been that elevation increases its effectiveness proportionate to its height. Going from ground height to 25 feet improved signals by about

Re: [Elecraft] Co-ax for the K2

2007-11-13 Thread Doug Person
jacket that is rated for UV protection. 73, Don W3FPR Doug Person wrote: There are many types of cable designated RG-6 and RG-59. Many are not designed to handle rf voltages typical of ham transmissions. My suggestion is to be *careful* what you select. Good quality RG-59, the type broadly

Re: [Elecraft] OT: pwr rating of RG6, etc

2007-11-13 Thread Doug Person
Actually, I've found Icoms to be much more tolerant of SWR issues then Yaesu. When you consider that most (90% or more?) recent rigs have built in antenna tuners that can match up to 150 ohms minimum, the idea of 72 VS: 52 seems trivially unimportant. Mike S wrote: At 10:16 AM 11/13/2007,

Re: [Elecraft] Co-ax for the K2

2007-11-12 Thread Doug Person
I would be very careful about only using coax that is rated for RF transmission. TV/CATV type RG-6 and RG-59 are designed for VHF/UHF reception only. Doug -- K0DXV Kenneth E. Harker wrote: On Mon, Nov 12, 2007 at 03:50:14PM -0800, Art Horne wrote: Greetings, Can anyone recommend a

Re: [Elecraft] Co-ax for the K2

2007-11-12 Thread Doug Person
not talking about what the cable companies are using - we're talking about what you can buy at Wal-Mart or Home Depot. Doug -- K0DXV Mike Fatchett W0MU wrote: HUH??? So cable companies are not transmitting down those lines? RG-6 cable can handle about 800 watts at 50mhz. On 11/12/07 6:00 PM, Doug

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 text-to-terminal details

2007-11-07 Thread Doug Person
characters];)? 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of wayne burdick Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 9:13 PM To: Doug Person Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: An Observation for Struggling Brass

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in the marketplace

2007-09-22 Thread Doug Person
And then there are those of use who are professional usability engineers... Having met and talked at length with both Wayne and Eric on several occasions, I suspect that they both know what they're doing. Being intuitively obvious is always the goal but rarely achieved in practice. And

Re: [Elecraft] Attaching Anderson PowerPole connetors (WAS: K2 power cables source)

2007-07-17 Thread Doug Person
I maintain my own fleet of radios as well as those of the fire department in which I am the Safety and Comm Officer. The wildland fire fighting vehicles probably subject the equipment and connections to the worst case scenario for vibration. I've learned to use a small butane torch to solder

Re: [Elecraft] Spilling the HF beans .....

2007-06-03 Thread Doug Person
Bill Gates has written lots of code. He is (or at least was) a truly outstanding programmer. Years ago he was known to review code, find something he didn't like and call up the programmer and give 'em hell. MS Programmers have also been known to suddenly receive bonuses as stock options

Re: [Elecraft] Contest Reflections

2007-05-30 Thread Doug Person
To some degree there is a bit of speed snobbery out there. I too am comfortable as 13-15 wpm. Too often, someone will return on my cq at about 20. I do my best but it just isn't fun. I can't copy in my head and I have arthritis in my hands and can't write faster than about 15. The best

Re: [Elecraft] K3 no-soldering kit: response to several comments

2007-05-22 Thread Doug Person
Speaking for myself, I'm very pleased with the approach you've taken. While my soldering skills are excellent and I enjoy the building process very much, SMD's are out of the question for me. In the case of the K3, I save a few hundred $ doing the mechanical assembly - which is great - glad

Re: [Elecraft] SMT Possible K1 Filter Board Combinations

2007-05-22 Thread Doug Person
Based on the apparent success of the K3, the future may hold many tantalizing prospects. Perhaps a similar SMT approach to the K1 might manifest itself as a K1A with full 80 (or even 160?) to 10 coverage. Personally, I would love to see a 5 or 10 watt multiband SSB and digital mode

Re: [Elecraft] 73 Mag

2007-05-15 Thread Doug Person
Doug, Ah, how well I relate. I wrote 4 articles for 73. It took a year to get payment for the first two and then only because Wayne wanted my next two. These last two I never got a dime for because 73 folded. I figure I made about $5 and hour for my articles. Hardly worth it. There was a

Re: [Elecraft] RE:MARS

2007-05-11 Thread Doug Person
Interesting to see some old Navy Mars call signs. Been a long time... Doug - K0DXV - Ex-Navy Mars N0EOC Bob Nielsen wrote: The MARS callsigns have changed a bit over the years. At one time they used prefixes which are now allocated to amateur radio. Bob, N7XY ex- AF6SWE - Air Force Mars

[Elecraft] Roofing filters

2007-05-01 Thread Doug Person
Pardon my ignorance... I'm not completely clear on what a roofing filter is. I understand traditional filters that control the passband and DSP that also controls the passband through software means. But what exactly is meant by a roofing filter? How is it different then say the crystal CW

Re: [Elecraft] PC Anywhere...

2007-04-15 Thread Doug Person
ron wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello Everyone, Perchance has anyone on the list tried remote control of his/her K2 (e/w a KIO2 accessory) using PC Anywhere as described in the April, 2007 QST? I tried to run PC anywhere ver 11 but it won't run on my vista. I need to splurge 200

Re: [Elecraft] W3FPR- Super Don

2007-02-14 Thread Doug Person
This is the kind of attitude that expresses the very best of the spirit of ham radio. Building and then operating a K2 is a truly rewarding activity. Being a member of a world-wide community that provides a endless supply of support, encourage and recognition provides the lesser experienced

Re: Re : [Elecraft] Tuning knob Alternative

2007-01-24 Thread Doug Person
I agree with Chuck. I have all the Yaesu knobs because I have all the Yaesu rigs. The K2 knob with the finger dimple is excellent. I think you need to be careful about the amount of pressure the knob has on the felt. At first I had it to tight. After a few tries I got excellent feel with

[Elecraft] New In-the-box Elecraft MH2 Mic For Sale

2006-12-30 Thread Doug Person
I have a new and unused Elecraft Heil MH2 mic for sale. $75 OBO shipped CONUS. tnx 73, Doug -- K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub

[Elecraft] MH2 Mic is spoken for

2006-12-30 Thread Doug Person
The MH2 mic has been spoken for. Thanks -- Doug --K0DXV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.):

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: Super Antennas MP1 7-50 MHz portable vertical

2006-12-30 Thread Doug Person
FOR SALE: Brand-new Super Antennas MP-1 with Tripod. Please see: http://www.superantennas.com/ This is a great portable vertical antenna that can cover 40 to 6 meters. Has sliding adjustable coil similar to the Yaseu ATAS-25. The unit is rated for 150 watts. $75 + $7.50 shipping. The XYL

[Elecraft] A new K2 takes to the air

2006-12-19 Thread Doug Person
Success at last. K2 #5839 has been operational for a few weeks now. It is a basic model. A few months ago I made a commitment to myself to only work cw. My interest in radio has been fading in the past few years. This loss of interest had led me to selling K2/100 #1920 and all its

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