[Elecraft] K3: S/N 841 Arrived

K3/100 kit arrived today (May 6, 2008) Ordered 11/28/07. 2.1 filter option. All parts accounted for. 73, Joe N9VX Connersville, IN ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber

[Elecraft] K3 - Assembly Issue - U12 Test

My resistance test (page 39) on U12 is less than the 500 ohms per manual. It is 350 to 400 ohmn (different scales on digital meter). My analog meter shows 270 ohms. Anyone else had this issue? I emailed support, but thought I would check here also. K3 S/N 841 Joe N9VX

[Elecraft] Fwd: K3 - Assembly Issue - U12 Test

Found problem meter problem... OK now. -- Forwarded message -- From: Joe Word [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: May 10, 2008 9:55 AM Subject: K3 - Assembly Issue - U12 Test To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net My resistance test (page 39) on U12 is less than the 500 ohms per manual. It is 350

[Elecraft] K3: VFO CRS Coarse Tuning Rate

Can someone look at Menu VFO CRS (Coarse Tuning Rate) and tell me what the choises are, I think they are 20, 10, 5, 1. The manual does not define, I am at work and can not get to my K3. Thanks, Joe N9VX K3 S/N 841 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] K3: High-Power TX Gain Calibration - No Output

I am having problems with the 50 watt TX Gain Calibration, it shows 0 watts and gives the error ERR TXG. The Low-Power 5 watt test worked fine and have low power output. Anyone had and resolved this problem? Running FW 1.88 Thanks, Joe N9VX K3 #841

[Elecraft] Fwd: K3: High-Power TX Gain Calibration - No Output

- -- Forwarded message -- From: Joe Word [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: May 13, 2008 11:28 AM Subject: K3: High-Power TX Gain Calibration - No Output To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net I am having problems with the 50 watt TX Gain Calibration, it shows 0 watts

[Elecraft] Fwd: K3: High-Power TX Gain Calibration - No Output

of you for your comments and suggestions. What a nice receiver!!! 73, Joe N9VX -- Forwarded message -- From: Joe Word [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: May 13, 2008 11:28 AM Subject: K3: High-Power TX Gain Calibration - No Output To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net I am having problems

[Elecraft] K3 Questions

1. How many volts is the mic bias? 2. Why does the filter selection always end in 5 (2.65, 2.75, 2.85 etc)? 3. Can the Absolute S Meter function be set to ignore the RF Gain setting? Thanks and 73, Joe N9VX K3 #841 ___ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] K3 - Setup After Firmware Upgrade

What setup is required after firmware upgrade? Say 1.88 to 1.96b. Should we do the Low and High TX Gain Calibration? What else? Joe N9VX K3 #841 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

[Elecraft] Fwd: a real bandscope

I alteady sent this, but do not see the postion... so here it is again. I vote for a stand alone bandscope. I am tied to a computer 8 hours a day and don't want to be tied to one in my hobby. The IC-756PRO III stays until the K3 has one. If we have to have a computer, might as well have a Flex

[Elecraft] K3 - ESSB Availability

Any update on when the ESSB function will be turned on in the firmware? I am using the 2.7 filter with various dynamic microphones and getting good audio reports, but not as good as I get from my Icom 756 PRO III. Would like to try a little wider bandwidth (about 3.0) and see if I can match the

[Elecraft] K3 - RIT XIT

I wish RIT and XIT would stay on when changing bands or memory channels, it goes off when going to another band or memory channel. Anyone else have thoughts on this? Joe N9VX K3 #841 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You

[Elecraft] K3 - PSK31 Procedure

Would like to try PSK31 on my K3, could someone post a simple procedure? Thought I would use HRD. Would like to see: run cable from ? to ?, set level in menu(s)? And which PSK31, seems like there are various forms. Thanks and 73, Joe N9VX K3 #841

[Elecraft] K3 - PSK31 Procedure

Thanks for all who pointed me to the Elecraft web site, unfortunately the company I am working at blocks the web site, the message states it is entertainment, but will let me go to QTH.net. I will look this weekend. 73, Joe N9VX ___ Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] K3 and HRD

I am trying to use Ham Radio Deluxe to control my K3, I get the message Acces is Denied. I am on the correct port and etc, I use the same cable to update the K3. Is there any setup in the K3 needed? 73, Joe N9VX ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] K3 and HRD

That was the problem, the K3 load software was running. I also set to 38,400. Thanks Simon -- Another program has the COM port open already. Simon Brown, HB9DRV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:

[Elecraft] K3 - Stand Alone Panadaptor

Has anyone developed a stand alone Panadaptor without the need for a computer? Is Elecraft considering this? The stand alone unit would be something like Yaesu's DMU unit. Joe N9VX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3: PSK31 and DigiPan Questions

I have read the Elecraft write-up and have questions. I am on 14.070 and get some data, but not human readable. Using sound card in by Compaq Deskpro computer. 1. Do I use a stereo or mono plug for line out? Using stereo now. 2. Do I use BPSK31 or QPSK31? Using BPSK31 now. 3. Assume the K3

[Elecraft] K3: General Coverage Receive Filter

What is the General Coverage Receive Filter, how does it work? If it is just another roofing filters, why not just use the 6.0 filter? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber

[Elecraft] [K3] Screen Viewing Angle

I have a friends K3 borrowed (evaluating to possible purchase one) and find with the bale up and the K3 setting on by desk the screen's contract fades way down when I sit back in by chair. For best viewing I have to stand up and look down at it. If I look straight into it the contrast is poor.

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Screen Viewing Angle

Thanks for all the responses, I made some adjustments and it is very good now. 73, Joe N9VX On Mon, Aug 23, 2010 at 11:21 AM, Joe Word joe.n...@gmail.com wrote: I have a friends K3 borrowed (evaluating to possible purchase one) and find with the bale up and the K3 setting on by desk

[Elecraft] [K3] ESSB Question

Does turning on ESSB have any effect other that allowing wider TX SSB bandwidth? Say I had a setup using the 2.8 filter and another setup using the 6.0 filter transmitting at 3.0, is there any difference other that the .2 greater bandwidth? Does the ESSB feature change the mic circuit or any thing

[Elecraft] KPA-500 Features and Pricing

I agree with Jack's comments below 100%. Sounds like the amp is way over priced to me. Joe N9VX no K3 at this time, but thinking about another one. - It looks like

[Elecraft] Trade: Eagle for K3

Want to do a trade deal,my Ten-Tec Eagle for your K3. The Eagle is a high performance simple to operate, simple to set-up radio. There is one set-up menu with 11 items and all else is done with knobs and buttons. It is a few months old and is in as new condition, has not been around tobacco smoke.

[Elecraft] K3: Kit Resistance Value Question

I am building a new K3 kit and doing resistance checks, the book states the resistance value on U12 to ground should be more than 500 ohms, mine checks 349 ohms, is this a problem? U13 to ground is 378 ohms, books states should be greater than 125 ohms, so OK. Joe N9VX

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Kit Resistance Value Question

Just heard back from tech support (thought they were closed for the day), the value is OK. Joe N9VX On Mon, Jun 6, 2011 at 9:22 PM, Joe Word joe.n...@gmail.com wrote: I am building a new K3 kit and doing resistance checks, the book states the resistance value on U12 to ground should be more

[Elecraft] Would like to see P3 in operation

I live between Cincinnati, Dayton and Indianapolis in Connersville, IN and would like to see a P3 in operation. If you live in this general area and would not mind me coming by and looking at the P3, please let me know. Thanks and 73, Joe N9VX

[Elecraft] KPA500 Heat Expansion Pop

Could we get more info on this possible fix, how much disassembly is required? Looks like the PA unit must come out? Joe N9VX -- I think I may have solved this problem. One of the

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Heat Expansion Pop

Are you still pop free after changing the screws? Are the five screws you changed the ones installed on page 22 of the assembly manual? Thanks, Joe N9VX -- I think I may have

[Elecraft] KPA500 Heat Expansion Pop

I changed the screws in my amp yesterday morning and ran it yesterday afternoon and night, and have not heard any pop since. I used the 3/16 that were extras from a K3 build. I got from the hardware store 4-40 1/2 long flat heads, but the counter-sink angle was different, so I did not use them.

[Elecraft] Monitor output on P3

Can we change the refresh rate that is sent to the monitor? The default is 60 Hz on most video cards, but some people (me) can not use a monitor at 60 Hz, it has to be 70 Hz or above. Joe N9VX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] KPA500 General Questions

I am considering a KPA500 and have some questions for those that own one: 1. What Input SWR are you seeing? Does it vary by band? 2. Is there a lag in band switching when not using a K3 (Used with non-Elecraft radio). 3. In normal SSB operation, how loud is the fan? I know this varies per

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 General Questions

Thanks all for the comments. What kind of input power and output numbers are you seeing? Does it vary much across the bands? One review on EHAM stated 25 in and 500 out. Joe N9VX On Mon, Sep 26, 2011 at 11:10 AM, Joe Word joe.n...@gmail.com wrote: I am considering a KPA500 and have some

[Elecraft] KAT500

Dave, Not much to say... it just works perfectly!! One of the best pieces of equipment I have ever owned. Joe N9VX - Hi All, I haven't seen much of anything lately about the KAT500.

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500

Sorry guys, I misread the question. I was talking about KPA500. Joe N9VX On Sat, Nov 5, 2011 at 7:21 PM, Joe Word joe.n...@gmail.com wrote: Dave, Not much to say... it just works perfectly!! One of the best pieces of equipment I have ever owned. Joe  N9VX

[Elecraft] P3B

Has there been any discussion of a possible P3B (black box), that would be the same as the P3 with out the screen, just plug a PC monitor into the black box? Also what is the status of the monitor connection to the P3? Thinking about a K3 and P3 for one of my positions. I have the KPA500 and

[Elecraft] KPA500 audio muffled?

Chuck, I had muffled audio reports while using a Tokyo Hi Power 1.2Kfx amp. It has coming from RF getting into the amp. THP wrote it off, saying nothing they could (would) do about it because I was on the second floor. But... I now have a KPA-500 and have no problems on any band at any power

[Elecraft] [KPA500] Feature Request

[KPA500] It would be great if a front panel light would stay on when the front power switch is off and the back switch is on; I keep forgetting to turn it off. The STBY amber led would be good. Joe N9VX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] Feature Request

of equipment I have ever owned! Joe N9VX On Tue, Nov 29, 2011 at 8:44 PM, Joe Word joe.n...@gmail.com wrote: [KPA500] It would be great if a front panel light would stay on when the front power switch is off and the back switch is on; I keep forgetting to turn it off. The STBY amber led would

[Elecraft] KPA500 Heat Expansion Pop

My KPA500 has developed a heat expansion pop. When it heats up and then cools down I get a pop from inside the amp. It does this now every time I make a SSB transmission. Anyone else experience this? If so, any resolution? Joe N9VX __

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Heat Expansion Pop

just fine though! 73 Gary ZL2iFB On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 12:37 PM, Joe Word joe.n...@gmail.com wrote: My KPA500 has developed a heat expansion pop. When it heats up and then cools down I get a pop from inside the amp. It does this now every time I make a SSB transmission. Anyone else

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Heat Expansion Pop

to resolve mine by loosening the top panel screws (so not torqued), but no help. I loosened the transformer bolt and re-tighten it (it was tight to start with), but no help. Could this be from the heat sensing device that triggers the fan? Joe N9VX On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 12:37 PM, Joe Word joe.n

[Elecraft] K2 For Sale

For sale very nice Elecraft K2, looks like built to NASA standards, serial number 5634 (latest Revision B RF board), comes with the KSB2 SSB adapter (built but not installed), KIO2 RS232 Serial adapter (not built or opened), Rework Eliminator kit, a probe, bag of misc parts and connectors, manuals

Re: [Elecraft] K2 For Sale

The K2 has been sold. Thanks to all. Joe N9VX On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 10:54 AM, Joe Word n9vx@gmail.com wrote: For sale very nice Elecraft K2, looks like built to NASA standards, serial number 5634 (latest Revision B RF board), comes with the KSB2 SSB adapter (built but not installed

[Elecraft] Test

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[Elecraft] [K3] Fan Replacement

Has anyone replaced the K3 fans with a quieter model? If so, please provide the model number and source. The first K3 I built the fans were very quite, but the last one I build was pretty loud and sold it. I am thinking of getting another if I can find a quieter fan. Please note: I am not

[Elecraft] [KPA500] Fan Replacement

Has anyone replaced the fan in the KPA500 with a quieter one? If so, could I get the model number? You can contact me off-list if you like, my email is correct on QRZ. Thanks, Joe N9VX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] [KAT500] For Sale

The tuner is sold. Thanks, Joe N9VX On Sat, Jan 31, 2015 at 5:24 PM, Joe Word n9vx@gmail.com wrote: For sale Elecraft factory built KAT500 auto tuner in as new condition. Was purchased new in November 2014. From a tobacco smoke free home. This is the best tuner of this type I have

[Elecraft] [KAT500] For Sale

For sale Elecraft factory built KAT500 auto tuner in as new condition. Was purchased new in November 2014. From a tobacco smoke free home. This is the best tuner of this type I have owned. Comes with manual, power cord, computer interface cable and original box. $550 shipped in CONUS. Payment by

[Elecraft] Wanted: P3SVGA

Want to purchase a Elecraft P3SVGA P3 Video Adapter. Please state condition and priced shipped to Indiana. Respond to: n9vx dot joe at gmail dot com Thanks, Joe N9VX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 CW Filters For Sale

All of the filters are sold. Thanks, Joe N9VX On Mon, Aug 17, 2015 at 7:10 PM, Joe Word n9vx@gmail.com wrote: The KFL3A-400 is still available. The 250 and 1.0K are sold. Joe N9VX On Mon, Aug 17, 2015 at 12:39 PM, Joe Word n9vx@gmail.com wrote: I have three 8 pole K3 CW

Re: [Elecraft] K3 CW Filters For Sale

The KFL3A-400 is still available. The 250 and 1.0K are sold. Joe N9VX On Mon, Aug 17, 2015 at 12:39 PM, Joe Word n9vx@gmail.com wrote: I have three 8 pole K3 CW filters for sale: KFL3A-250 KFL3A-400 KFL3A-1.0K $105 each shipped in CONUS, payment by money order, Cashier's check

[Elecraft] Wanted: P3SVGA Adapter

Want to purchase a Elecraft P3SVGA P3 Video Adapter. Please state condition and priced shipped to Indiana. Respond to: n9vx dot joe at gmail dot com Thanks, Joe N9VX __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3 CW Filters For Sale

I have three 8 pole K3 CW filters for sale: KFL3A-250 KFL3A-400 KFL3A-1.0K $105 each shipped in CONUS, payment by money order, Cashier's check or cash. No Paypal. Contact me at n9vx dot joe at gmail dot com Thanks and 73, Joe N9VX __

[Elecraft] K3 CW Filters For Sale

I have three 8 pole K3 CW filters for sale: KFLA-250 KFLA-400 KFLA-1.0K $105 each shipped in CONUS, payment by money order, Cashier's check or cash. No Paypal. Contact me at n9vx dot joe at gmail dot com Thanks and 73, Joe N9VX __

[Elecraft] P3 vs SDR-IQ

scenario where the noise floor would go up when tuning the band. It certainly does not here. Anyone else have any ideas? 73, Eric /elecraft.com/ On 7/30/2015 5:43 PM, Joe Word wrote: I have been using a P3 with my K3 for the last two weeks and not happy with it's operation. I set the parameters

[Elecraft] P3 vs SDR-IQ

I have been using a P3 with my K3 for the last two weeks and not happy with it's operation. I set the parameters to what I like, the patterns look good, but when I tune the screen fills with noise and you can not see the signals up and down the band. I am told the SVGA option does the same thing.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 For Sale

The K3 has been sold pending funds. Joe N9VX On Thu, Jan 14, 2016 at 10:38 AM, Joe Word <n9vx@gmail.com> wrote: > For sale Elecraft K3 100 watt version in excellent condition, no > scratches, from a smoke free home, serial number 5429. Has optional KXV3A > Interface (R

[Elecraft] K3 For Sale

For sale Elecraft K3 100 watt version in excellent condition, no scratches, from a smoke free home, serial number 5429. Has optional KXV3A Interface (Rx Antenna ports, Transverter Ports and IF Out) and the stock 2.7 filter. Comes with manuals and power cord. $1900 shipped in CONUS. Payment by

[Elecraft] For Sale: K3 Filters

K3 filters for sale: KFLA3A-6K $105 shipped. KBPF3A General coverage $140 shipped. Shipped to CONUS only, payment by money order, Cashier's check or cash. No Paypal. Contact me at n9vx dot joe at gmail dot com Thanks and 73, Joe N9VX

Re: [Elecraft] For Sale: K3 Filters

The filters are sold pending payment. Joe N9VX On Wed, Jan 27, 2016 at 12:40 PM, Joe Word <n9vx@gmail.com> wrote: > K3 filters for sale: > > KFLA3A-6K $105 shipped. > > KBPF3A General coverage $140 shipped. > > Shipped to CONUS only, payment by money order

Re: [Elecraft] P3 For Sale

The P3 is sold> Joe N9VX On Fri, Dec 30, 2016 at 4:30 AM, Joe Word <n9vx@gmail.com> wrote: > Email corrected... > For Sale Elecraft P3-F factory built panadapter in as new condition with > optional P3SVGA adapter for computer monitor use. No scratches and has not >

[Elecraft] P3 For Sale

For Sale Elecraft P3-F factory built panadapter in as new condition with optional P3SVGA adapter for computer monitor use. No scratches and has not been around tobacco smoke. Serial number 36xx. No longer have a K3, so selling the P3. Comes with original box, manual and cable set: RF cable, data

[Elecraft] P3 For Sale

Email corrected... For Sale Elecraft P3-F factory built panadapter in as new condition with optional P3SVGA adapter for computer monitor use. No scratches and has not been around tobacco smoke. Serial number 36xx. No longer have a K3, so selling the P3. Comes with original box, manual and cable

[Elecraft] P3 For Sale

For Sale Elecraft P3-F factory built panadapter with optional P3SVGA adapter for computer monitor use. No scratches and has not been around tobacco smoke. Serial number 36xx. Comes with original box, manual and cable set (2 power cables (from P3 or from power supply), RF cable and data cable).