Re: [Elecraft] KX3 S-meter segment stuck

2016-06-18 Thread Nr4c
It indicates that RF Gain is not set to zero. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 18, 2016, at 4:18 AM, Erik Basilier <ebasil...@cox.net> wrote: > > Hi All, > > > > Today I have the S-5 segment stuck on my KX3 display. That is also the SWR 2 > segme

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 power supply

2016-01-18 Thread Nr4c
I'd look to reduce the voltage about half a bolt before I'd use it with a KX3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 18, 2016, at 3:43 PM, John Kramer <jkra...@iafrica.com> wrote: > > Someone on this reflector suggested a power supply off eBay, that could be > used &g

Re: [Elecraft] CW Setup

2016-06-27 Thread Nr4c
identify which does what. Oh yeah, it plugs into the Paddles jack. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 26, 2016, at 9:00 PM, Bill Ellis via Elecraft > <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > > Hi ll, > Trying to set up a single lever paddle for my K3. The more I read

[Elecraft] K3). Bug in my K3

2016-06-26 Thread Nr4c
I was informed just now at the Field Day Site that I have a bug in my radio, s/n 4536. It appears to be crawling around in the LCD display. Is DDT available anymore? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] N1MM and KX3

2016-06-26 Thread Nr4c
When I got my KX3, I built a pair of transistor switches that fit in a DE-9 shell. Added cables for RX/TX, PTT and CW KEYING and now it works just like a K3 with CAT, PTT and CW using DTR, and RTS from n1mm all from a standard KUSB that works with the K3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

Re: [Elecraft] APF (audio peaking filter) on the K3/K3S/KX3

2016-02-05 Thread Nr4c
Also, you can move the "peak" left/right by rotating the SHIFT knob. You will see APF setting appear in the VFO B area and the ref point is denoted by an "*" next to 45. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 5, 2016, at 10:27 AM, David Kuechenmeister <

Re: [Elecraft] K3S text decode and time

2016-02-07 Thread Nr4c
Nope! Decode doesn't work when displaying Time, Date, Voltage etc. only when in VFO B mode! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 7, 2016, at 12:38 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcg...@blomand.net> wrote: > > Depends on how DISP mode is selected. One position is VFO

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 with KPA500

2016-02-07 Thread Nr4c
YMMV. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 7, 2016, at 1:11 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcg...@blomand.net> wrote: > > The book says "30 to 40 watts for 500 watts output". So if one has 1/2 of > that for drive power {15 watts to 20 watts} then they can expec

Re: [Elecraft] K3S text decode and time

2016-02-07 Thread Nr4c
Should be VFO B frequency, not time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 7, 2016, at 11:16 AM, Bob Novas <bob.no...@verizon.net> wrote: > > When I use text decode on my K3S, it works nicely but the time display pops > up every so often and then goes away. Is this n

Re: [Elecraft] 160 meters RX antenna for K3 advice

2016-02-08 Thread Nr4c
Look at the K9AY receive antenna. Only needs a 30 square and 25 ft height. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 8, 2016, at 8:32 PM, Joe Moffatt <j...@selectconnect.net> wrote: > > I am needing advice from any with a K3 for 160 receive antennas. > > I just don't ha

Re: [Elecraft] Digital Modes (PSK31 and JT-65) not working on 40 meters

2016-01-30 Thread Nr4c
Sorry. Something else changed. Antenna? Mode? To name two Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 30, 2016, at 10:27 AM, Larry Snyder <la...@rn.org> wrote: > > PSK31 and JT-65 stopped working on 40 meters. . Initially I see the PO at 45 > watts but then it imm

Re: [Elecraft] K3S - Is there a way to send CW via USB computer and hear the sidetones?

2016-01-28 Thread Nr4c
I think HRD does KY commands as well. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 28, 2016, at 9:41 PM, Don Wilhelm <w3...@embarqmail.com> wrote: > > Jer, > > AFAIK, the only way HRD/DM780 sends CW is in DATA A mode and sends audio > tones to the transceiver. &g

Re: [Elecraft] K3S - Is there a way to send CW via USB computer and hear the sidetones?

2016-01-28 Thread Nr4c
You might need to be in CW mode to turn up the sideline. There are separate settings for CW and SSB I believe. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 28, 2016, at 8:52 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV <li...@subich.com> wrote: > > >> I use HRD and DM780. It keys my rig and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 #281 Perceived Output Issue

2016-02-23 Thread Nr4c
In all the text you never mention the voltage at the radio DC input under the TX load. What did you use to calibrate the "known good" mfj meter? I'm surprised the TX CAL completed with this result. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 23, 2016, at 10:25 PM, Ia

Re: [Elecraft] ALC adjustment on K3S

2016-02-27 Thread Nr4c
Reduce the signal level on the computer output. Somewhere. Near 30% will often give you nice control with Lin In control (Mic gain). Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 27, 2016, at 5:17 PM, Sid Frissell <sidfriss...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Howdy > Been using my K3s

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY with Bencher Paddle

2016-02-29 Thread Nr4c
Unplug the bencher, and restart the radio. Does the error go away? If so, check setting and wiring for the bencher. If not, look into radio settings. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 29, 2016, at 2:01 PM, Larry Snyder <la...@rn.org> wrote: > > I bought a Bencher B

Re: [Elecraft] Logging Programs

2016-02-26 Thread Nr4c
DX LABS SUITE. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 26, 2016, at 6:30 PM, Terry Brown <n...@comcast.net> wrote: > > Hello All, > > > > I have been using a logging program for many years called LOGic. I am > currently upgraded to ver. 9 because it had a

Re: [Elecraft] Y Cable for K3 ACC 15pin connector

2016-02-26 Thread Nr4c
Elecraft has it. Check order page Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 26, 2016, at 9:00 AM, Dennis Egan <egan.denni...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I think someone out there has a source and part number for a compatible > 15 pin Y-connector. I need the type where the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 5 pole vs 8 pole filters - attenuation in the passband

2016-02-26 Thread Nr4c
Well, no longer a question. The 5 pole 200 is no longer available. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 26, 2016, at 5:03 PM, Gary Smith <g...@ka1j.com> wrote: > > Interesting timing for this thread. A friend wants to buy my K3 and > fit it with the most advantageo

Re: [Elecraft] OT: CW Contest logging question

2016-02-22 Thread Nr4c
So we need to change the "599" that n1mm put in the log to "enn"? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 22, 2016, at 4:01 PM, Bill Frantz <fra...@pwpconsult.com> wrote: > > I hope this message can close the thread. > > I asked the ARRL by

Re: [Elecraft] USB port in P3 ???

2016-01-19 Thread Nr4c
? Or the release notes on the various FW upgrades involved? Sent from my iPad ...bc nr4c > On Jan 16, 2016, at 7:02 PM, Jim Davis <nn...@icloud.com> wrote: > > Gentlemen, > > Can anyone out here EXPLAIN to me the VARIOUS FUNCTIONS/ADVANTAGES of the > "USB Keyboard

Re: [Elecraft] Difference

2016-01-19 Thread Nr4c
Check the website for mods and I think you'll find that virtually all the hardware mods and updates can be added to every vintage K3 up to April of 2015 when it was replaced by the K3S. Sent from my iPad ...bc nr4c > On Jan 19, 2016, at 10:27 PM, Gary Travis Roberts > &

Re: [Elecraft] K3 won't transmit split (SSB) if monitoring sub

2016-01-19 Thread Nr4c
What is VFO B mode set to. Sent from my iPad ...bc nr4c > On Jan 19, 2016, at 3:24 PM, Ron Spencer <ron.e.spen...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Set split on K3. Monitor sub and no rf out. Stop monitoring sub (still > split) and fine output. Same result on cw. And yes, I've hit a t

Re: [Elecraft] New K3S in the RTTY Contest

2016-02-14 Thread Nr4c
My K3S fans are quiet. But I lit up the fan in my KPA500 today running 500 watts running RTTY. But noted that as soon as the fan hit high, the temp started down. So it works well. Amp did great. Almost 100% return on calls. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 14, 2016, at 10:17

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

2016-02-16 Thread Nr4c
Why on earth would you turn the TX MON up all the way? My front door would be buzzing with it that loud. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 16, 2016, at 10:14 PM, Jerry Moore <je...@carolinaheli.com> wrote: > > Hi, I thought I had the sound issue licked with the lo

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

2016-02-17 Thread nr4c
ens". I hope in the end, that you will like your radio as much as I like my two. ...bill nr4c On Wed, 17 Feb 2016 16:49:35 -0500, Jerry Moore wrote: I had someone contact me off list to suggest putting some small bits of tape where the cover touches the center stiffener. I did that and now ha

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

2016-02-17 Thread Nr4c
I already suggested the manual. Ye, download it and read it. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 17, 2016, at 5:52 PM, Gary Smith <g...@ka1j.com> wrote: > > Fellows, it was just a simple question I asked here so as to not > bother the techs at Elecraft with wha

Re: [Elecraft] K3s & CBLP3Y to P3 - no signal does follow VFO

2016-02-19 Thread Nr4c
Did you move the BNC cable as well? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 19, 2016, at 4:55 PM, Gary Smith <g...@ka1j.com> wrote: > > Hi, > > I just connected the CBLP3Y cable to the P3 & K3s. The frequency > shows on the P3 & the SVGA monitor but I se

Re: [Elecraft] Bad KSYN3A SYNTHESIZER

2016-02-21 Thread Nr4c
How about just telling the radio that KRX3 is Not Installed and remove the bad synth board until it is replaced? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 21, 2016, at 8:23 AM, Bruce Osterberg <n9b...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Good Morning: > > I called Elecraft Tech. supp

Re: [Elecraft] OT: CW Contest logging question

2016-02-21 Thread Nr4c
I've Benin logging K & KW but converting att to 100, nn to 99, enn to 599 and 1tt to 100 etc. hope I'm ok?! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 21, 2016, at 4:15 PM, Chester Alderman <alderm...@windstream.net> > wrote: > > OK...but what if you receive 'NN'?

Re: [Elecraft] K3s no TX

2016-03-15 Thread Nr4c
Check: Antenna selected VOX? TEST mode. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 15, 2016, at 2:48 PM, chris grier <chris@blueyonder.co.uk> wrote: > > HI I switched on my K3s today and there is no RF coming out of it when I > press my Key > I can hear that the

Re: [Elecraft] KIO3B

2016-03-13 Thread Nr4c
One issue of using KY commands is the Esc key will no longer stop a transmission. You cannot use Ctrl "K" to type a message to be sent by n1mm. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 13, 2016, at 4:58 PM, Guy Olinger K2AV <k2av@gmail.com> wrote: > >> On

Re: [Elecraft] Adjusting KX3 NR level *after* it's been enabled

2016-03-13 Thread Nr4c
Why not turn NR Off and back On and make adjustments. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 13, 2016, at 5:22 PM, Michael Greb <mich...@thegrebs.com> wrote: > > I've wondered the same, only having my kx3 for a few weeks. One > solution is programming one of the

Re: [Elecraft] Portable 60-80m wire antennas

2016-03-15 Thread Nr4c
other QRP sites and all you need is a tree for a Inverted V. It's also neat to make it an OCF by taking about 20' off one end and splicing it to the other end. Then when you put the center over a tree, the feed point is to one side. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 15, 2016, at 12

Re: [Elecraft] Switching from SSB to CW on K3s

2016-03-14 Thread Nr4c
Your SSB bandwidth (passband) is prob 2.7 kHz and your CW passband might be 400. You not only have to consider the side and but your side tone offset and bandwidth. There is a setting in the CONFIG menu to make this work however. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 14, 2016, at 8

Re: [Elecraft] K3s VFO A and VFO B Retain Power Levels

2016-03-19 Thread Nr4c
It's only a "press 'n hold". Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 18, 2016, at 9:06 PM, Jim - N4ST <hamsh...@n4st.com> wrote: > > Ron, > > I use macros to change mode (USB, CW, PSK, RTTY, etc) and set bandwidths > and power levels. >

Re: [Elecraft] KPA3 pin question

2016-03-30 Thread Nr4c
Most likely an "indexing" feature to insure proper connector alignment. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 30, 2016, at 5:14 PM, "kev...@coho.net" <kev...@coho.net> wrote: > > I have successfully removed the KPA3 module and find one pin missing.

Re: [Elecraft] Stripping toroid leads

2016-04-06 Thread Nr4c
Saw a picture of a small "candelabra" socket (RS has them) on a board and a screw-in soldering element of 40 watts with a screw-in tip (tip removed and the hole filled with solder). I drilled the threads out of the hole and it actually worked. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

Re: [Elecraft] RJ-45 connector on K3/0 Mini

2016-04-10 Thread Nr4c
Factory use only. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 10, 2016, at 4:54 PM, Ron Castro <r...@sonic.net> wrote: > > I noticed an RJ-45 connector on the bottom panel of the K3/0 Mini but I > can't find any documentation about what it's for. Anyone on th

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Baud rate

2016-04-06 Thread Nr4c
Yes. Set all to 38,400. The radios seem to be set like the K2 at 4800. This was slow even 15 years ago when the K2 was new. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 6, 2016, at 9:40 AM, John Pitz <crustac...@brig-elec.com> wrote: > > Hello, > > I was wondering if th

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Mic setting of 2 is too high? and a setting of 1 is too low?

2016-03-26 Thread Nr4c
Use Low gain setting. "FPl Bias". Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 26, 2016, at 10:57 AM, Tom <tom...@videotron.ca> wrote: > > Hi, > The MIC SEL is front panel, Hi Bias. I have tried all combinations too. > Tom > > -Original Message- Fr

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] tuning step - per mode

2016-03-07 Thread Nr4c
I believe most AM stations are on rather coarse spacing. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 7, 2016, at 9:43 PM, herr42 <her...@comcast.net> wrote: > > > > Ok I will rephrase. Why is the min crs tuning step 1khz? Other modes allow > .5 .1 > > >

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Connectors completed!

2016-03-05 Thread Nr4c
Link doesn't work for me. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 6, 2016, at 12:03 AM, Clay Autery <caut...@montac.com> wrote: > > Not to open a can-o-worms again, but just closing the loop here. A while > back, I asked for help IDing the pins used on the pigtails sold

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

2016-03-05 Thread Nr4c
Unplug PTT, KEY, and PADDLES and check. You have what sounds like multiple PTT set up. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 5, 2016, at 9:11 AM, Peter Chamalian <w...@comcast.net> wrote: > > When using the K3 on SSB with a condenser mike I am occasionally getting an

Re: [Elecraft] K3 output power spikes

2016-03-01 Thread Nr4c
I've noticed that the first time I TX with my KPA500 it will fault. Seems to settle down after that. May also spoke after band change. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 1, 2016, at 12:23 AM, Vic Rosenthal <k2vco@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi john, > I think I've s

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Panadapter size

2016-04-02 Thread Nr4c
It's on the web site. But the P3 is the same height and depth as the K3. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 2, 2016, at 2:16 PM, Mike Dodd <m...@mdodd.com> wrote: > > While eagerly awaiting delivery of my K3s kit on Tuesday, I built a cardboard > mockup of it and

Re: [Elecraft] Rerouting the KRX3 AUX Input from the Rear BNC to the KAT3

2016-04-01 Thread Nr4c
I put both cables in at build time. Unused one is routed into the shielded area and secured to the shield. Easy to re-configure. Take off top and change cables. A pair of surgical clamps may be useful. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 1, 2016, at 1:56 PM, Sverre Holm (LA3ZA)

Re: [Elecraft] Internal Speaker Problem

2016-04-04 Thread Nr4c
remember why I was inside the case but Easy fix. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 4, 2016, at 10:41 PM, pastor...@verizon.net wrote: > > Good Evening, > This is mark griffin, KB3Z. I forgot to write the message in text. Here we go > again!!! I installed my KD

Re: [Elecraft] Internal Speaker Question

2016-04-04 Thread Nr4c
Yes. It has one. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 4, 2016, at 9:03 PM, pastor...@verizon.net wrote: > > > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help: h

Re: [Elecraft] Battery requirements for NPOTA activation with KX3/KXPA100

2016-03-29 Thread Nr4c
or Unit ID. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 29, 2016, at 4:41 PM, Esquer Dave <dave.esq...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi folks, > I know this has been asked and discussed before but I can’t seem to get a > handle on a clear-cut answer … > > I am going to do

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW Speed & bandwidth (was Tokyo Hy-Power HL-1.2KFX amp interfacing (to ALC or not to ALC?))

2016-03-30 Thread Nr4c
Yes, indeed it was the "Lady Lex". Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 30, 2016, at 8:34 AM, Jim Finan <jimfi...@att.net> wrote: > > I believe that was the 'Lexington' > > Jim Finan > AB4AC > Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone. > Original

Re: [Elecraft] Trouble shooting the K3

2016-03-29 Thread Nr4c
So what is the problem? The company owners (designers) frequently answer questions here. There is no better source for help than here. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 29, 2016, at 9:12 PM, "kev...@coho.net" <kev...@coho.net> wrote: > > Thanks. I read th

Re: [Elecraft] Trouble shooting the K3

2016-03-29 Thread Nr4c
Actually there is a section in the manual. But most people just ask here. A lot easier than reading a book. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 29, 2016, at 7:23 PM, "kev...@coho.net" <kev...@coho.net> wrote: > > Is there a trouble shooting manual for the

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-26 Thread Nr4c
Hmmm. A 100 Watt KX3 isn't that far from the price of a 100 Watt K3S. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 26, 2016, at 8:28 PM, Bill Frantz <fra...@pwpconsult.com> wrote: > > I think it is better to compare the IC-7300 with the KX3 rather than the > K3

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Build - What have I forgotten

2016-04-30 Thread Nr4c
Several questions: What mic? Correct plug? Which socket? What are Mic settings? Have read and understand the mic setting in the manual? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 30, 2016, at 6:09 PM, Andrew Hebden <and...@ahebden.com> wrote: > > Hi, > I have completed

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Display of split

2016-04-22 Thread Nr4c
If you're saying "with both VFOs on same freq, the P3 doesn't show the red band indicating that VFO B is the TX freq. " that's normal. Since both are on same freq the VFO B cursor is hidden behind the green VFO A cursor. But I may have misread your post. Sent from my iPhone ...

Re: [Elecraft] Audio via USB for the K3S?

2016-05-20 Thread Nr4c
Well if you look at the sound devices you should see a USB CODEK as a record/playback device. That's it. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 20, 2016, at 7:29 PM, Ken Arck <k...@arcomcontrollers.com> wrote: > > I can't seem to find anything in the manual about thi

Re: [Elecraft] PTT KEY CONFIG setting volatile?

2016-05-23 Thread Nr4c
Are you using the Power switch on the radio or by chance turning OFF the power-supply? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2016, at 2:33 AM, danny.higgins <danny.higg...@keme.co.uk> wrote: > > WSJT not running – K3S not connected to PC. I still need to reset P

Re: [Elecraft] FLDIGI and K3

2016-05-23 Thread Nr4c
Where is fldigi software located on your computer? You must have Write privileges to save the CONFIG files. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2016, at 5:13 PM, Paul Christensen <w...@arrl.net> wrote: > > Dave, > > Correct. I must always initialize Fld

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 with KX3

2016-05-19 Thread Nr4c
I believe it will sense RF on a dit or two. So only the coax is required. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 19, 2016, at 11:06 AM, Michael Blake <k9...@mac.com> wrote: > > Which data connection(s) do I use to control the band/frequency settings on > the KAT500 wh

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and KX3 questions for Wayne

2016-05-22 Thread Nr4c
Or just use the Voltage reading displayed on the K3/KX3 front panel. It's quite accurate. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 22, 2016, at 10:52 AM, David Orman <orma...@corenode.com> wrote: > > Another question - how long/what gauge is the wire running to your KXPA10

Re: [Elecraft] The KX2

2016-05-24 Thread Nr4c
As to the ATU in the KX2, 7K/7C is the same range as the KX1, T1 and I think the K2 ATU. Comparisons with KX1 make sense but how bout a small pocket sized "next step" to the K2? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2016, at 10:56 PM, Phil Wheeler <w...@soc

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power Connector

2016-05-24 Thread Nr4c
The end-view on page 5 of the manual is called out as the standard Elecraft 5.5 X2.1 mm coaxial power connector with positive center pin. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 24, 2016, at 12:07 PM, Bruce Nourish <w0...@w0mbt.net> wrote: > > Hi folks, > >> Fr

Re: [Elecraft] RX eq

2016-05-21 Thread Nr4c
You have not missed anything. I had hoped this would get to the top of the list. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 21, 2016, at 10:40 AM, Fred Moore <wd8...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I don't see a reference to setting the receive eq via a macro, I do see > a re

Re: [Elecraft] lead-time kx3

2016-05-21 Thread Nr4c
Web site. Usually 2-3 days I think. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 21, 2016, at 8:21 AM, Renze VE6DC <ve...@xplornet.ca> wrote: > > Does anyone know the lead-time for a factory built KX3 from ordering to > shipping? &

Re: [Elecraft] RX eq

2016-05-21 Thread Nr4c
Note that eq settings for SSB and CW are saved separately. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 21, 2016, at 11:11 AM, Fred Moore <wd8...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Well, that really sucks when you are moving between cw and other modes.. oh > well, hopefully it will

Re: [Elecraft] K3S receive antenna

2016-05-21 Thread Nr4c
Yes. You have a BNC antenna jack labeled REC ANT I believe. Use it for REC antenna. It is disabled while transmitting and is not in the TX path so you can't hurt anything. It is located on rear of radio and is most left of the bank of 5 below the audio jacks. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

Re: [Elecraft] "K-nob"

2016-05-21 Thread Nr4c
It's a lot more than a "knob"! More like a "key-pad" with a Knob. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 21, 2016, at 4:57 PM, Ken G Kopp <kengk...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I'm sure Elecraft has a very valid reason for naming the thing as they >

Re: [Elecraft] ID'ing small 4 pin male connector on the bottom of the KX3

2016-05-11 Thread Nr4c
CW Paddles. KX3PD. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 11, 2016, at 7:58 AM, Jim Rodenkirch <rodenkirch_...@msn.com> wrote: > > OK - what is that 4 pin thingy for? > > > > -- > View this message in context: > http://elecraft.365791.n2.n

Re: [Elecraft] K3 NB

2016-05-16 Thread Nr4c
Be sure if try to test before putting the KRX3 back in that you check the KRX3 install directions and replace the small jumper in the socket where the rear "extender" board goes. Else the radio won't turn on Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 16, 2016, at 4:39 PM, N2T

Re: [Elecraft] NB issue

2016-05-15 Thread Nr4c
What effect do you expect when transmitting? I would think "nothing" since NB is a Receive function. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 15, 2016, at 6:43 PM, David Anderson via Elecraft > <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > > Hmmm, those NB lette

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Not Responding to K3 Utility

2016-05-13 Thread Nr4c
What baud rate is your radio set to? If you have it set to 38,400, rotate the knob one more notch until it says USB. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 13, 2016, at 6:10 PM, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net> wrote: > > I am trying to do the TX Gain Calibration

Re: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA problem

2016-05-15 Thread Nr4c
I suppose. But the monitor is what most users wanted in the beginning and more recent features weren't even in their dreams when the manual was written Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 15, 2016, at 10:21 AM, Bill <w2...@nycap.rr.com> wrote: > > Never mind - got help

Re: [Elecraft] KIO3B woes

2016-05-06 Thread Nr4c
Set L3 to USB not 38400. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 6, 2016, at 9:34 PM, Steve Ward <stevew...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi all, so I just got back in town last night, and I wanted to get my new > KIO3B installed in s/n 1544 so I could give it a run during 7QP.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VSWR Meter Calibration

2016-05-06 Thread Nr4c
I don't think the "bypass" in the KAT3 is a true bypass. It sets a "solution" which should be equivalent to a bypass. The new KAT3a has a true "bypass" relay. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 6, 2016, at 11:50 AM, Ramon Tristani <r.tris

Re: [Elecraft] Power-On message

2016-05-01 Thread Nr4c
Utility/configuration Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 1, 2016, at 11:53 AM, Ron Reis <nthdegree...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Can't seem to find out how to change the power-on message in the manual. > Hints? >

Re: [Elecraft] Loading Old Configuration Into New K3S

2016-04-15 Thread Nr4c
NO. FOR GOOD REASON. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 15, 2016, at 7:12 PM, Merle Bone <merleb...@charter.net> wrote: > > I tried to load my current K3 configuration into my new K3S and got an > error message saying the serial number did not match. Is there

Re: [Elecraft] K3 sound recording

2016-04-15 Thread Nr4c
How about a "Splitter" used backwards? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 15, 2016, at 1:26 PM, HankP <pfizenma...@q.com> wrote: > > I do this too - BUT have not figured a way to record the SUB rx output at > same time unless I made some sort of extern

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA Power Output

2016-04-16 Thread Nr4c
You need to do the 70 watt cal with at lest 14 volts at amp power pole. And use biggest and shortest cable to minimize losses. Same power setup for operation. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 16, 2016, at 8:29 PM, Tom Field <docw...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I'm ha

Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

2016-04-16 Thread Nr4c
Dagnabbit! The photo got stripped! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 16, 2016, at 3:45 PM, Nr4c <n...@widomaker.com> wrote: > > Both front PTT(in mic connector) and rear Phono jack are in parallel. > > I use either VOX (for contesting) and a home-ma

Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

2016-04-16 Thread Nr4c
made on my 3D printer. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 15, 2016, at 11:34 PM, Mike Walkington <mike.walking...@gmail.com> > wrote: > > > All, > > At the risk of this request being lost in the euphoric response to the K3 > K-Pod. I'm wondering

Re: [Elecraft] Fan question on K3

2016-04-16 Thread Nr4c
The manual describes a "Fan test procedure" to run the fans at each speed to make sure they are working. You can also use this to set the fans to a speed if you are working in a warm room or outdoors in sun and running high power and find the radio unusually hot. Sent from my iPho

Re: [Elecraft] Power pins on P3

2016-04-16 Thread Nr4c
Download the manual. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 16, 2016, at 12:07 PM, Richard W Hemingway <rhemi...@sbcglobal.net> > wrote: > > Hi, > I am wondering which of the pins I should use to allow the P3 turn on when > the K3s is turned on: Power Control

Re: [Elecraft] AFSK-A with K3s

2016-04-20 Thread Nr4c
This is not AGSK A mode. It is FSK D. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 17, 2016, at 9:38 AM, Triconet_2 <wes_n...@triconet.org> wrote: > > You and at least two dozen guys I logged doing something similar And I would > venture to guess that most of them were ru

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3]KXBC3 upgrade?

2016-05-08 Thread Nr4c
Forgetaboutit ! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 8, 2016, at 4:55 PM, Erlend Grimseid <egrims...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Make that an 2p4s battery pack and it would be on my shopping list. I have > made an pack of 2x4 lifepo4 aa cells, external of course. I have used

Re: [Elecraft] Bug in FW 5.46

2016-05-25 Thread Nr4c
No issue with mine using "|". Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 25, 2016, at 10:46 AM, Jim Sheldon <w...@cox.net> wrote: > > Further checks on this - I reloaded the old FW back to Beta 5.35 and the > problem existed in that one so I loaded the cur

Re: [Elecraft] Upgrading K3 --- order of installation

2016-07-14 Thread Nr4c
They're kind of spread out so I don't thinking makes much difference. Download the various assembly manuals and see if there are two or more that need common panels/parts unassembled and do those at the same time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 14, 2016, at 4:10 PM, Bria

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KSYN3 Synthesizer & Board Stiffener

2016-07-23 Thread Nr4c
You're a bit late. So far, after a year there hasn't been a run on these nor any use other than dis-assembly practice for SMD components. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 23, 2016, at 6:12 PM, Larry P. Greenberg <wa9...@ameritech.net> wrote: > > I recently u

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Data Connections

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
Yes. You select the radio's audio codec as the sound device. All cat and laying/PTT functions are also available. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 12:46 AM, James Bennett <w6...@me.com> wrote: > > Folks, > > I have a mid-2010 vintage K3 and more

Re: [Elecraft] The 1500 watt amp

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
Buy some of the "2D " blocks from Elecraft and have Front Panel Express to make the panels for you from your design. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 9:56 AM, Dr. William J. Schmidt, II <b...@wjschmidt.com> > wrote: > > The question of Ele

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Data Connections

2016-08-01 Thread Nr4c
FSK is not available on the Standard RS232 or KUSB single cable either. Needs extra Comm port. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 1, 2016, at 10:38 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV <li...@subich.com> wrote: > > > > All cat and laying/PTT functions are also available. >

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 - updating firmware

2016-08-03 Thread Nr4c
Check KXPA100 manual online for wiring diagram of KXUSB cable. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 3, 2016, at 5:18 PM, Pete Jones <p...@g0vhl.net> wrote: > > I am using an FTDI cable (not Elecraft KXUSB). Windows 10 recognises it and > the FTDI driver is installe

Re: [Elecraft] KX3-> KXPA100=> KPA500 ... Can it be done?

2016-08-04 Thread Nr4c
Yes. Check the manual(s) on KXPA100 and ATU. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 4, 2016, at 1:13 AM, David F. Reed <w5sv.d...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Looking for a little QRO in my alternate station... > > I would like to be able to run my KX3 into

Re: [Elecraft] frequency display on the P3

2016-08-03 Thread Nr4c
Check your connections are as shown in manual. Be sure baud rates are 38400. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 3, 2016, at 7:16 AM, <w5...@comcast.net> <w5...@comcast.net> wrote: > > color me stupid, but for the life of me I can't figure out how to get my

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Meter Display Question

2016-08-13 Thread Nr4c
Set it and forget it. No need to watch constantly Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 12, 2016, at 10:02 PM, James Bennett <w6...@me.com> wrote: > > OK - I’m officially stumped. How does one keep the meter display showing ALC > continuously instead of RF outp

Re: [Elecraft] audio recording

2016-08-13 Thread Nr4c
Did you turn ON the Mon and set level high enough? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 13, 2016, at 7:34 AM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM <cx6vm.jo...@gmail.com> wrote: > > hello > > i am trying to record audio from K3 > > I have a stereo cable connected from K3 L

Re: [Elecraft] audio recording

2016-08-13 Thread Nr4c
Put volume control in phone line. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Aug 13, 2016, at 6:01 PM, Jorge Diez - CX6VM <cx6vm.jo...@gmail.com> wrote: > > increasing monitor is good for recording my audio. > > But need to be very high, not good to operate and worst

Re: [Elecraft] K3S audio problem

2016-08-10 Thread Nr4c
Which mic jack is selected, front or rear? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill On Aug 10, 2016, at 7:11 PM, Sid Frissell <sidfriss...@gmail.com> wrote: >> Help! I seem to have created a problem for myself (something I do more >> often each year!). While trying to set

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 question

2016-07-13 Thread Nr4c
No. And, the KAT should be running when you turn on the K3(S). Mine stays on all the time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 13, 2016, at 5:10 PM, Jerry <w...@jetbroadband.com> wrote: > > Greetings all, > > > > Is it possible to be able to power on

Re: [Elecraft] Keying the KX3

2016-07-20 Thread Nr4c
fun projects. I am looking at a PC board and maybe kits for this interface. Stay tuned. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 20, 2016, at 12:22 PM, Ron Mudry <r...@mudry.us> wrote: > > Bill, > > I just saw you post to the KX# user group, below. > > I’m

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