[Elecraft] KIO3-B Sound w/ Faros
I updated my K3 to the KIO3-B USB/Sound card. When I try to monitor beacons using Faros and set the audio to the K3 Soundcard, the application locks up the scanning, waterfall and I show the red icon for the sound card. Has anybody else had this challenge and found a resolution? Using a line-out audio to my computer soundcard still works, but that defeats the purpose of having the KIO3-B. Thanks, Jim - W6VAR -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3/KX3 Macro for Receive EQ
Is there a receive equivalent of the TE (transmit EQ) command for setting the equalizer on the receiver? I don't see it on the command set overview. Jim W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-KX3-Macro-for-Receive-EQ-tp7580250.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3/KX3 Delay Macro Execution
I find I setup my radio in a portable environment a lot with different antennas. I like to clear all the ATU memories for each band when I setup. I created a macro that selects each antenna and clears the ATU memories on a band and move up one band. However, if I try to run this as a single macro 11 times for each of the bands, it doesn't complete (I'm guessing because the macro is being fed faster than the radio can react OR I'm exceeding the maximum macro length). Is there a way to insert a one or two second pause between steps or is there a better approach? Macro for clearing one band of memories and moving up one band MN023;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;SWT14; Macro for clearing all memories: MN023;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;AN1;SWT53;AN2;SWT53;AN1;SWT10;SWT14; Jim - W6VAR Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-KX3-Delay-Macro-Execution-tp7580251.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 General Coverage
I noticed when listening to AM broadcast stations that receive sensitivity drops, but when I go to the ATU and set it for Not-Installed, the signal strength gets much stronger. Should I uninstall the ATU whenever I'm listening to general coverage or is there a way to disengage the circuitry that seems to attenuate these signals when we are in the general coverage area? Jim W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-General-Coverage-tp7580115.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - 10M High Current
Guess I should read the manual. Apparently KX3 is only good for 8 watts on 12 meters and up, although you can set it for 10 watts. Backing down to 8 watts seems to solve the issue. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-10M-High-Current-tp7579949p7579973.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 - 10M High Current
I just put up a 10M dipole at 16' with a BL2 at the center feed. The AIM4170 says it all checks out good with a low SWR (1.5) and this is confirmed in bypass mode with the KX3. I'm operating using a fully charged 10Ah SLA battery with a short, thick power cable...12.7 Volts When I try to run 10 watts, I get the high current warning when operating or when I press tune and the unit goes back down to 5 watts. When I hook the antenna up to my K3, I get no such warnings and it runs 100 watts just fine. Firmware is 1.61. I've seen other issues on the reflector for 6 meters which some have resolved with firmware updates. Anyone else having this issue? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-10M-High-Current-tp7579949.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 S meter calibration
As others have said, waiting for the FW upgrade to allow ABS (Absolute) metering. My KX3 Reads correct on 20 meters with the preamp on. 40 and 80 meters show S2 instead of S3 and S8 instead of S9. I hope the new firmware will allow calibration as well, since mine is off a bit. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-S-meter-calibration-tp7579511p7579531.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 Receive Noise
I haven't used my KX3 in a while and updated the firmware. In CW mode, I notice there is substantial receiver noise at low volume with headphones. The noise appears to be more active when a received CW signal is present. Also, activating the attenuator also increases the noise and distortion. The received CW tone also seems to get tinny and distorted at minimum volume. ie - at zero volume, it is quiet, turn up just enough to start DSP hiss (AF-1). Turning up the volume tends to drown out the noise, but it is WAY to loud in my earbuds...I only need the lowest AF setting to hear just fine. Thoughts? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-Receive-Noise-tp7574188.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 Spontanious Shutdown
While tuning around the WPX contest at my cabin, my KX3 spontaneously shut down two times this morning. I'm running on battery and show 12.4 volts. BAT MIN is set for 10.0. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-Spontanious-Shutdown-tp7574189.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 Loss of Signal Strength
I haven't used my KX3 much since getting it last year, but I brought it to my in-laws for Easter and hooked up my Pac-12 antenna. On 40 meters, I've been getting a strange popping in the signal level. I've also noticed that the signal drops from about an S5 and strong background noise in the audio to becomming very subdued and S1 or less. If I hit the TUNE button momentarily to transmit, the signal goes back up once the radio goes back to receive. Any thoughts? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-Loss-of-Signal-Strength-tp7572056.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 Wire Antenna
This weekend I took my KX3 on a camping trip and used the 24' wire antenna and 16' / 33' counterpoise wires I used for my KX1. I was able to tune reasonably well on 20 meters and even 30, but was unable to tune less than 3:1 on 40. Wayne used to recommend 24-28' for the KX1. What length are people finding success with matching using the KX3 tuner? Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-Wire-Antenna-tp7564756.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 CW Decode FW 04.51
I updated firmware a few weeks ago and recntly noticed the CW decode feature appears to be working differently. I used to be able to adjust the threshold on band noise until the flickering stopped and a signal would cause the indicator to flicker. Now, the indicator flickers regardless of the setting on band noise and spews unintelligible characters accross the display until a signal is detected, then it decodes and the indicator looks correct, until there is a sufficient pause at which point the indicator flickers again and more jibberish is displayed. Has anyone else experienced this? Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-CW-Decode-FW-04-51-tp7563207.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 I/Q Sidetone with NaP3
I've noticed that the CW sidetone always comes in above the VFO frequency or the VFO +- the CW pitch by the amount of the pitch. For instance, if the VFO is set to 7.040.000 and the pitch is set to 600 on the KX3 and in the Options tab of NaP3, the sidetone shows in the waterfall at 7.040.600. If I adjust the pitch in NaP3 up say, 2K, the grey bar indicating where NaP3 is tuned moves up 2K, but the sidetone now shows at 7.042.600 and is not in the NaP3 audio. I've tried setting to auto as well, but it appears no different. Does anyone know if: 1. This is a NaP3 bug 2. The KX3 is injecting the sidetone into the I/Q off frequency by the pitch 3. The unthinkable, I'm thinking about his all wrong and this is precisely the way it is supposed to be :) Tnx, Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-I-Q-Sidetone-with-NaP3-tp7562769.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3-MIC COMP Setting / Metering
Well, Mostly because Gary at Elecraft told me he monitors power output since the ALC meter isn't driving right and that is what he recommends. That is difficult in the field on batteries because the target power is variable based on voltage. Also, the meter defaults to ALC when adjusting mic gain making it hard to see power while adjusting since this can't be overriden. I'm also concerned about having a dirty, overmodulated signal, so I'm staying conservative. As near as I can tell, I may be okay with a setting as low as 10-12, and 1 on compression but others are saying they are driving with as much gain as 40+ and significanltly higher compression. This seems to be a pretty broad range for everyone with identical equipment to be properly adjusted (understanding minor differences may occur with different voice characteristics) I haven't had a chance to coordinate a contact with a local friend and I have difficulty listening to my own voice in a second receiver. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-MIC-COMP-Setting-Metering-tp7562532p7562590.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 + NaP3
Yes - good point, quite right. I made a mistake in my post indicating the lines were on the I/Q output, they were on audio...apparetly due to AFX DELAY being on. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-NaP3-tp7558731p7562593.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3 + NaP3 Frequency Offset
Does anyone know how and when NaP3 adjusts frequency offset when connected with the KX3? I've found the waterfall and the KX3 VFO not to be in sync, but after putting in and removing +-1500 offsets, they then match with all offsets again indicating zero. I can't seem to issolate the pattern other than if I chang bands/modes sometimes they are off. Jim K3, KX3, KX1 -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-NaP3-Frequency-Offset-tp7562594.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 + NaP3
When I connected my KX3 1/Q Output, I had significan nulls every 100 cycles, which I do not experience with my K3 using the same computer/cables. Running the audio through my Rigblaster's isolation transformers cleaned up the KX3 signal, which I'm told does not incorporate any isolation due to space constraints. Taking my Rigblaster Pro into the field is simply not practical, so I have a few isolation transormers on order and I will build a small isolation box. FYI, I tried connecting the Radio Shack ground loop isolator, and it was ineffective while one of their discontinued 1:1 isolation tranformers is effective. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-NaP3-tp7558731p7562531.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX3-MIC COMP Setting / Metering
I'm curious what MIC GAIN and COMPRESSION settings everyone are using with the MH3 microphone. ALC metering is quite spotty after getting an initial peak and compression metering doesn't show much either. Gary tells my to just adjust for power out, but this is complicated when on battery, because power is folded back and the metering automatically switches back to ALC/CMP. I have made one SSB contact with a MIC setting of 12, and received favorable audio. Compression seems to kick on hard listening with the monitor, so a left the setting at only one. Hopefully, future firmware will fix the ALC/COMP metering to be smoother and more responsive like the K3. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-MIC-COMP-Setting-Metering-tp7562532.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 + NaP3
I wasn't using digital modes, CW and SSB, they were just being displayed on the panadapter via the I/Q output. I believe DATA modes automatically cancel AFX. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-NaP3-tp7558731p7562535.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 + NaP3
Correction, the nulls were on audio, no I/Q. They only exist when using a stereo cable or jumpering the left and right channels together. If I pass a mono signal to the computer, they go away. I tried an isolation transformer with the combined signals, and they didn't filter it. My guess is the Rigblaster only passes a mono signal. Turning AFX OFF with a stereo cable does eliminate this. DATA mode with AFX set to DELAY shows issues with the signal, so AFX does not appear to be getting turned off with the DATA MODE. I'm guessing phase cancellation with AFX??? But that is speculaton on my part. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-NaP3-tp7558731p7562550.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX-1 Sidetone Level
Is there a modification that can be made to add a little more attenuation to the sidetone of the KX-1? I have it set to the lowest level, but I still find it a bit loud compared to the receive signals. Jim - W6VAR K3, KX-1, KX-3 (Pending) -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX-1-Sidetone-Level-tp7558724.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] N6KR spring cleaning -- parts and other electronics stuff free to good home
Wayne, Let me know if your buyer doesn't work out. I'm in San Ramon and my folks live in Belmont, so I can shoot over easily. Jim W6VAR K3, KX1, KX3 Pending -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/N6KR-spring-cleaning-parts-and-other-electronics-stuff-free-to-good-home-tp7558257p7558287.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX1 Power / Meter
I was just reviewing the power output on my KX1 on various bands and came up with the following results: BandInt BattExt BatExt w/Tuner Ext Bat on 40M Doublet 13.8 Volts 20 1.0 3.0 3.0 4.3 3.9 30 1.4 3.9 3.7 1.7 4.6 40 1.5 3.6 3.6 4.7 4.3 80 1.5 3.9 3.7 4.4 4.4 All were into a 50 ohm dummy load except for the 40M ladder line fed doublet that had a 1:1 balun near the radio. Power readings on a W1 watt meter. Scenarios: 1. Internal Batteries Energizer Lithium 50 ohm dummy load, tuner bypassed 2. External SLA battery (about 12.5v) 50 ohm dummy load, tuner bypassed 3. Same but with tuner in line 4. External SLA battery with 40M doublet and tuned for a match. 5. 13.8V regulated power supply with 50 ohm dummy load Initial readings seemed to make sense, but I had the following observations / concerns: 1. at 13.8 volts input, the power went over 4 watts on all but 20M, which was close at 3.9. Is this running too hot and should I reverse the power output mod or only operate at lower voltages? 2. The power output when the antenna was hooked up went up considerably on most bands. Why would this happen and should I be concerned? 3. There was a significant difference between the W1 and the KX1 wattmeters when the antenna was hooked up (several watts), whereas they were within a few tenths of a watt in the dummy load. Again, anything to worry about? What could cause this? Thanks, Jim - W6VAR I have performed the modification -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX1-Power-Meter-tp7148148p7148148.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX1 2.5 second Beep
Something I've never noticed before with my KX1 - when an external battery is hooked up, i hear a brief audio blip or beep every 2.5 seconds. I don't recall hearing this before, the only change I've made is putting in lithium internal batteries. Haven't tried pulling them out yet. Any thoughts? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX1-2-5-second-Beep-tp7148203p7148203.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 Command Tester
I've just started dabbling with K3 Macros. I've been able to save a simple macro and program PF1 to run it. However, I have not been able to click on the macro button in the command tester or enter commands in the tester and have them execute on the K3. Am I either doing something wrong or am I incorrect that commands can be tested from this window? Thanks, Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Command-Tester-tp7120838p7120838.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 - Noise over Computer Audio
I recently tried monitoring the audio of the K3 via the soundcard (usually I had this muted). I get one noise when only an audio cable is connected between the K3 and my laptop. This noise is mostly attenuated when I connect the KUSB cable. However, as soon as either N1MM or HRD connects to the K3, I get another set of pulsed noises (I think this is the polling of the K3 data). Each of these noises is eliminated if I connect a ground wire between the K3 chassis and a metal chasis component of my laptop. (Samples below). There is no difference if I change to a different laptop, operate the laptop on AC or battery, change to another USB/COM converter or another audio cable. Since grounding fixes this, it appears to me to be a ground loop. My DVM shows no appreciable impedance between the K3 RS-232 GRND and chassis or the computer USB ground and chassis (I know it only takes a minimal resistance to create the potential for a ground loop). What doesn't make sense to me is why a ground loop would even exist when ONLY the audio cable is connected as the K3 has isolation transformers. Any thoughts as to what may be wrong or how I can remedy this? This makes it rather hard to run my audio through my PC either as a stand alone or when using a logging program linked to the VFO. I'm also affraid that the errant current may cause some damage to the K3 or my laptop. Sound when only the K3 Audio out is connected to laptop Line-in - no serial connection: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/file/n5865416/K3_Soundcard_Noise.wma K3_Soundcard_Noise.wma Sound when Ham Radio Deluxe is connected to radio: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/file/n5865416/HRD_Polling.wma HRD_Polling.wma Sound when N1MM is connected to radio: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/file/n5865416/N1MM_Polling.wma N1MM_Polling.wma Thanks, Jim W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Noise-over-Computer-Audio-tp5865416p5865416.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX1 - 6Watts on 3040
Thanks Don, I go back and forth between the internal and external batteries, so I'm not crazy about this as the stated life is limited for the potentiometer. Having said that, I dialed it back to get 4 watts into a dummy load and very weak power on internal batteries. Here's the strange part, my home antenna is a coax fed, parallel dipole, so I need to run the tuner to get a match. When I run through the tuner, to a non 50 ohm load, my power as indicated on the KX1 goes up to about 5.5 watts! As I recall, it used to ALWAYS go down my some small amount. Thoughts? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX1-6Watts-on-30-40-tp5325218p5339739.html Sent from the [KX1] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KX1 - 6Watts on 3040
It seems the power increase is only on 30 where my antenna is less than perfect. I verified power with a W-1 and the internal watt meter is within .25 watts on all bands...both say I'm pushing 5.5 - 6 watts with the antenna connected, 4 watts with a dummy load. I'll fiddle some more and also play with the toroids...my 20 meter power on internal batteries is under one watt. Jim -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX1-6Watts-on-30-40-tp5325218p5340086.html Sent from the [KX1] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] KX1 - 6Watts on 3040
I haven't used my KX1 in a while, but I noticed it is running over 6 watts when connected to a 13.8 volt power supply on 30 and 40 meters. 20 meters is about 4.2 watts and 80 meters is between 4.7 and 5.0 watts. Is this excessive and will it cause damage or a dirty signal? If there is a problem, where should I begin my search? Internal batteries generate significanlty lower output: 80M 1.7W; 40M 2.5W; 30M 2.0W; 20M 1.8W Jim W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX1-6Watts-on-30-40-tp5325218p5325218.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 - CW Decode w/Noise Reduction
Has anyone else noticed that the CW decoder doesn't work very well when the NR is turned on? This seems to be the case with even F1-1 on my rig. Firmware is 3.68. Jim W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-CW-Decode-w-Noise-Reduction-tp4510962p4510962.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] [K3] K3 Scanning on 6 Meters
I tried scanning on 6 meters today and I get the message SCAN NO ALLOWED ON THIS BAND. Anyone know why is this not supported on the K3? Firmware is 3.14. Jim -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Scanning-on-6-Meters-tp3073847p3073847.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3-Squelch Sub Pot
I just tried listening to a 6M FM net on my K3. I set SQ SUB to Sub Pot and noticed that the squelch opens when the sub rf/sql is adjusted full clockwise. Backing of slightly closes the squelch. Anyone else observe this. Also, sometimes it goes to 29 and other times to 30 when fully advanced. My firmware is 3.14. Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Squelch-Sub-Pot-tp2978857p2978857.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] K3 beta firmware rev. 3.06: all-mode squelch; SSB power control improved
Wayne, Thank you for the personal email and Elecraft's prompt response to addressing this issue. Jim - W6VAR K3# 1644 K3 beta-test firmware revision 3.05 (with DSP rev 2.12) is now available. For details, see the release notes below. Please send any problem reports to k3supp...@elecraft.com. For instructions on how to load beta firmware, please see: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm We recommend that you use the latest revision of K3 Utility, which can also be found on the K3 software page. 73, Wayne N6KR * * * MCU 3.06/DSP 2.12 April 1, 2009 * SSB POWER CONTROL: Decreased time that SSB power output takes to reach target when PWR control adjusted. Also eliminated drive level change when ATU TUNE is used. * SQUELCH IN ALL MODES: To use this feature, locate CONFIG:SQ MAIN, then tap '1' until you see ALL. To use the SUB RF/SQL pot to control both main and sub squelch, set CONFIG:SQ MAIN to =SUB POT. (In this case, MAIN RF will control both main and sub RF GAIN.) If you want independent control of main and sub squelch, set SQ MAIN and SQ SUB to numeric values (0 opens the squelch all the way). SQ MAIN and SQ SUB will then be fully independent. They can be assigned to programmable function switches if you use them frequently. (In this case MAIN RF GAIN and SUB RF GAIN are independent, using the lower concentric pots.) --- http://www.elecraft.com __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-beta-firmware-rev.-3.06%3A-all-mode-squelch--SSB-power-control-improved-tp2572208p2578908.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] [K3] K3 3.04 Power Output After Tune
I updated the firmware to 3.04 last night. Today, after I tune, I get no or low power out indicated on the RF meter in SSB. Keying down momentarily restores power in SSB. Are others experiencing this? Jim W6VAR K3 1644 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-3.04-Power-Output-After-Tune-tp2547892p2547892.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] [K3] K3 3.04 Power Output After Tune
I updated the firmware to 3.04 last night. Today, after I tune, I get no or low power out indicated on the RF meter in SSB. Keying down momentarily restores power in SSB. Are others experiencing this? Jim W6VAR K3 1644 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-3.04-Power-Output-After-Tune-tp2547895p2547895.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] [K3] K3 FM Repeater
I have K3 #1644 with all hardware mods except the negative ALC and firmware 2.82. We have a local 6 meter repeater that I can hit from my house with my handheld on a J-Pole or via my car with an IC-7000. The repeater frequency is 52.900 with a -500 offset for transmit on 52.400 and the CTSS tone is 114.8. For some reason, my K3 will not trip the repeater, but will trip other repeaters in the area when set to their attributes. I've monitored my output signal on my Yaeseu VX7 and verified that I am indeed transmitting on the correct frequency and I have engaged and disengage tone squelch on the VX7 to see if the correct CTSS tone is being transmitted. This appears correct. I spoke with another indivdual on our 2M repeater and he is experiencing the same thing with a commercial radio converted to 6M. Are there any thoughts as to what the attribute of the K3 or the repeater is that is not allowing the K3 to function properly on this repeater? 73, Jim - W6VAR K3# 1644 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-FM-Repeater-tp2427744p2427744.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Watt Meter Behavior
My watt meter seems to behave strangely in SSB. I've run all the calibrations and have it hooked to the Elecraft W1 watt meter and 50 ohm dummy load. When set for 100 watts, I get 100 watts on both the K3 and the W1 on CW key down. On SSB, the K3 meter regularly exceeds 100 watts, pegging the 120 lines while the W1 peaks out at 100 watts. I've noticed this for several revision of firmware. I also just downloaded verson 2.8 and tried setting the SMTR PK to ON, but the peak reading doesn't seem to work anymore. Anyone else have this experience? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Watt-Meter-Behavior-tp2243523p2243523.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Mods Complete, Auido Worse
I just completed the following mods on my K3: * K3 Synthesizer ALC * Rear pael RS232 and Audio Connectors (Jumpers to Ground) * Front Panel Microphone Modification Using the KDVR, the audio quality has dropped tremendously. My prior recorded messages had a wide range of fidelity, cut now they are pinched with somewhat of an RF feedback quality. What are others experiencng with these mods? Jim -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Mods-Complete%2C-Auido-Worse-tp2105430p2105430.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3 Memory Recall - Acting Like Band Select
Thanks, Barry. This should be true if CONFIG: MEM 0-9 is set to BAND SEL, but I have it set to NOR. In which case, 0-9 should NOT be in the band select mode and ALL memories should be accessable with MV ## MV...unless of course I missed something in the updates :) Jim Barry Simpson wrote: Hi Jim Memories 0-9 are quick memories which are accessed by the commands M-V and then the keypad number. I have programmed each of those memories with each band 160 thru 6 metres so that I can change bands without having to use the up/ down button. I have also programmed the M1 thru M4 buttons to provide an additional four frequencies in each band. In fact you can program VFO A and VFO B separately so that in fact with all of the above I have up to nine frequencies (each with pre-programmed modes) quickly accessible for each band. However I digress. To access memories 10 and upwards you simply press the M-V command and then rotate the VFO A knob to get to the memory number you require. To program a memory with the current VFO A frequency, mode and selectivity you need to use the V-M command and then either press the keypad number to be programmed (0 thru 9) or rotate VFO A for memories 10 and upwards to select the number you want and then press V-M again. I hope this helps. 73 Barry Simpson VK2BJ ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com :-/:-/ -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Memory-Recall---Acting-Like-Band-Select-tp2017818p2019187.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 Memory Recall - Acting Like Band Select
Okay, MY memory is failing me. Just reread the manual and quick memories it is for 0-9 and VFO-A for the rest...must have been a different radio. Is 42 to early for senility? Thanks all! Jim Jim - W6VAR wrote: I've updated to 2.67 and I have Mem 0-9 set to nor, but i cannot access memory channels directly beyond 0-9. If I want memory channel 15, I press VM, then as soon as I press the 1, I'm taken to memory 1. If I want 61, I get a NOT SET error becasue I don't have a memory 6. I seem to recall this working properly in earlier versions. Has something changed or is there another setting I'm not current on? I just upgraded to the second receiver, DVR and the two audio mods the other night if that has any correlation. Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Memory-Recall---Acting-Like-Band-Select-tp2017818p2057160.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 Memory Recall - Acting Like Band Select
I've updated to 2.67 and I have Mem 0-9 set to nor, but i cannot access memory channels directly beyond 0-9. If I want memory channel 15, I press VM, then as soon as I press the 1, I'm taken to memory 1. If I want 61, I get a NOT SET error becasue I don't have a memory 6. I seem to recall this working properly in earlier versions. Has something changed or is there another setting I'm not current on? I just upgraded to the second receiver, DVR and the two audio mods the other night if that has any correlation. Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Memory-Recall---Acting-Like-Band-Select-tp2017818p2017818.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KRX3 - BNC or ATU?
For those that have installed the KRX3, which option did you choose for the receive antenna, BNC or ATU? How do you intend to operate with the second receiver that guided you to this choice? Jim – W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/KRX3---BNC-or-ATU--tp1893743p1893743.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter
When doing the power calibration for the transverter, there is no mention in the manual of attaching any form of (dummy) load. Is this not necessary due to the low power level? Wouldn't a specific impedance be necessary to accuratly calibrate? I'm not using a trasverter right now, but have run the calibration and would like to know the correct way of presenting a load if needed. Thanks, Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1930595.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter
Could I have damaged my unit by running it per the manual with no load? Jim Sent via BlackBerry by ATT -Original Message- From: Dick Dievendorff (via Nabble) ml-user+39055-1862169...@n2.nabble.com Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:15:03 To: Jim - W6VARw6...@comcast.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter There is mention of attaching a dummy load to the KXV3 Transverter Out in the K3 Utility's Tx Gain Calibration wizard, and the K3 Utility Help text for this wizard page says Some versions of the K3 Owner's Manual do not describe the dummy load requirement for Milliwatt calibration. This will be corrected in subsequent versions of the K3 Owner's Manual. Dick, K6KR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim - W6VAR Sent: Friday, December 26, 2008 12:03 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter When doing the power calibration for the transverter, there is no mention in the manual of attaching any form of (dummy) load. Is this not necessary due to the low power level? Wouldn't a specific impedance be necessary to accuratly calibrate? I'm not using a trasverter right now, but have run the calibration and would like to know the correct way of presenting a load if needed. Thanks, Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1930595.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com __ This email is a reply to your post @ http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1938438.html You can reply by email or by visting the link above. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1952036.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter
Also, what is the wizard? I don't recall it ever being mentioned in the manual? Jim Sent via BlackBerry by ATT -Original Message- From: Dick Dievendorff (via Nabble) ml-user+39055-1862169...@n2.nabble.com Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:15:03 To: Jim - W6VARw6...@comcast.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter There is mention of attaching a dummy load to the KXV3 Transverter Out in the K3 Utility's Tx Gain Calibration wizard, and the K3 Utility Help text for this wizard page says Some versions of the K3 Owner's Manual do not describe the dummy load requirement for Milliwatt calibration. This will be corrected in subsequent versions of the K3 Owner's Manual. Dick, K6KR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim - W6VAR Sent: Friday, December 26, 2008 12:03 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Power Calibration - Transverter When doing the power calibration for the transverter, there is no mention in the manual of attaching any form of (dummy) load. Is this not necessary due to the low power level? Wouldn't a specific impedance be necessary to accuratly calibrate? I'm not using a trasverter right now, but have run the calibration and would like to know the correct way of presenting a load if needed. Thanks, Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1930595.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com __ This email is a reply to your post @ http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1938438.html You can reply by email or by visting the link above. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Power-Calibration---Transverter-tp1930595p1952339.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 + Ameritron AL-811
K6LRG will be operating my K3 with an AL-811 provided by AF6JG for the SB SS. Has anyone used this combination that can provide some recomendations for setup and configuration or cautions that I should be aware of? Thanks, Jim -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-%2B-Ameritron-AL-811-tp1470443p1470443.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio distortion
I have the same experience with the Heil Proset ic. Adjustments to TX audio of 2.4K and 3.2K seem to have the most impact. Jim - W6VAR Jan Babinec wrote: Dear fellow Elecrafters, I think this topic has fallen into oblivion somehow. Have been using my MD-7506 for many years now with absolute satisfaction either for ham purposes or music. Not so in combination with K3! In fact the audio sounds terrible. I tried a cheap PC headphones with 32ohm (MDR-7506 have 64ohm) and they indeed sound much better. Could this be because of lower impedance, limited frequency response or both? Is there a solution for the poor guys with too good headphones? Jan OM2XW K3 #1382 Is anyone else experiencing distortion when using the monitor facility onSSB ?I experience quite severe distortion when using my Sony MD-7506 headphones,slight distortion with my Heil Pro Set and none with my Yaesu YH-77ST. Inother words the wider the frequency response of the headphones, the worsethe distortion. In fact it appears the distortion is a high frequencycomponent as I can clean it up completely with audio filtering after theheadphone or speaker output but it should not be there in the first place.It is there with several different microphones but it does not appear on thetransmitted signal which is clean.It is not my Sony headphones which are at fault as using them the audiothrough my TS2000 monitor is absolutely clean.73 Barry Simpson VK2BJ K3 #1397 _ Discover the new Windows Vista http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=windows+vistamkt=en-USform=QBRE ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-audio-distortion-tp1324936p1331649.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] NB - DSP/IF
I've had my K3 for about a month now and the NR seems to work very well. However, I have had little luck with either the DSP or IF NB when I hear what sounds like electrical noise. There does not appear to be significant differences between any of the settings and I don't detect an appreciable differrence in audio (which I would at higher levels of DSP). Thoughts? Jim - W6VAR -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/NB---DSP-IF-tp1331657p1331657.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ 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.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
