[Elecraft] Speakers

2015-11-22 Thread Raymond
Different speakers so they sound different. In radios studios I always used a "cheap" speaker as a cue speaker so it could be distinguished from the air speaker. I use an Elecraft speaker for main and an inexpensive tinny speaker for the sub receiver. Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone

[Elecraft] Speakers

2015-11-22 Thread Raymond
I use different speakers for left and right so my ear can use the different sounds to tell a which receiver sound is from. Ray W8lyj Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 22, 2015, at 6:48 AM, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: > > Send Elecraft mailing list submissions to >

[Elecraft] Eclipse

2017-08-20 Thread Raymond
Taking plane to Greenwood South Carolina to see eclipse. No radios since they are too heavy Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] AM Broadcasting

2018-12-21 Thread Raymond
The Phasor used by directional stations is not a matching unit. It is a power divider phasing unit as each tower gets different current, phase to develop the pattern. Each individual tower has an ATU. The phasor for a 12 tower station is fascinating as is the pattern. Ray W8LYJ Sent from my

[Elecraft] External AMP

2018-11-30 Thread Raymond
I am using my ancient Heathkit SB 230 (original tube) with my K3s. Is there a way to get 12 volts out of acc connector to power relay? Using K3 external plug for P3 power. Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] FLDIGI with K3s

2019-04-05 Thread Raymond
That option is not available or I would. The drop down box is blank. The instructions I read say use RTTY and have the radio in LSB. Ray Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 5, 2019, at 3:17 PM, Christopher Hoover wrote: > > Use PKTUSB with fldigi digital modes. This is covered in the fldigi docs.

[Elecraft] P3 RF sensor cable

2019-03-15 Thread Raymond
Is the cable between the sensor and P3 a standard cat 5 cable? Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] Fwd: K4 distortion

2019-05-19 Thread Raymond
> The K4 will sample the output signal, feed it to the unused rcvr ADC and > develop a correction signal to the transmitter. There is a RF sample in port > that can be used to feed external sample to ADC. The transmitter monitor > option in the P3 moves into the K4. > ADC is separate small

Re: [Elecraft] Power supply V drop - was poor CW on K3S

2020-04-25 Thread Raymond
If it’s a regulated power supply with crowbar And the radio has a fuse why are you using inline fuses? Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2020, at 10:04, Chuck Chandler wrote: > > Here's an update. > > I replaced the power cable running from the powerstrip with a 3-foot length > with glass

Re: [Elecraft] OT: The Colpitts mystery

2020-04-28 Thread Raymond
Originally question pool was not published. The people who taught quickie courses and published exam guides did not have licenses they would take exam, fail it and report new questions. Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 28, 2020, at 10:50, EricJ wrote: > > The FCC question pool was

Re: [Elecraft] DPOTA, anyone?

2020-04-30 Thread Raymond
Extra points if contacts made with K4 Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 30, 2020, at 12:07, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > DPOTA (n): Deserted Parks on the Air. (This activity is not to be confused > with anticovidespotism, an emerging movement to thwart lockdowns.) > > * * * > > In the

Re: [Elecraft] Windows Needed

2020-05-01 Thread Raymond
PC = Personal Computer, either MAC or Windows operating system Ray W8LYJ Sent from my iPhone > On May 1, 2020, at 12:20, Jim Brown wrote: > > On 5/1/2020 5:38 AM, Tommy Judson via Elecraft wrote: >> I’ve read enough to want to get a KX3 so downloaded its user manual. Moving >> through it I

Re: [Elecraft] New Mystery: Copying groups vs plain language text (Rather OT)

2020-05-01 Thread Raymond
Took novice mail exam 1959, Kn1LHN in Vermont Could not do 13 so got tech license. Tried repeatedly to make 13 until 1975. FCC made agreement with civil service for them to do testing. I was in Youngstown TV chief. Took test every other month maybe 4 times. Federal building high ceiling

Re: [Elecraft] Windows Needed

2020-05-01 Thread Raymond
ee versions of Linux too. Options are good! > It drives competition, innovation and competitive pricing for the masses. > > Max NG7M > >> On Fri, May 1, 2020 at 5:11 PM Raymond wrote: >> >> I have been running Windows on my Mac since Parallels was introduced

Re: [Elecraft] Windows Needed

2020-05-01 Thread Raymond
I have been running Windows on my Mac since Parallels was introduced with only one problem, ICOMS firmware update utility. Windows on a Mac is not an emulator So, can you run two different versions of Windows and Mac OS on your PC and switch between them with a click of a mouse? I had to do

[Elecraft] K2/100 For Sale in UK

2004-10-03 Thread Raymond Phillips
K2/100 for sale with all options and latest firmware fitted details from [EMAIL PROTECTED] or Telephone 01786 811658 Rgds Raymond GM0VRP = Rgds Raymond GM0VRP ___ALL-NEW Yahoo! Messenger - all new

[Elecraft] [K2] : Laptop UPS

2008-03-16 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Elecrafters, I am interested to know what solution can be used to avoid the noise generated by the 220 V AC (OEM) UPS of my recent Dell Latitude Laptop. For the time being, I can only use the laptop with my K2/100 if the laptop is powered by its internal battery. Raymond METZGER F4FNT

RE: [Elecraft] [K2] : Laptop UPS

2008-03-16 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Stewart, Yes, the 90 W AC power supply of my Dell is made in China. Do you mean there is a special treatment against the Chinese syndroma ? Raymond F4FNT -Message d'origine- De : Stewart Baker [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Envoyé : dimanche 16 mars 2008 13:53 À : Raymond METZGER

[Elecraft] [K3] : another one in France

2008-03-20 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Elecrafters, K3/100 kit s/n 615 arrived today in Crespieres (30 km west of Paris). Ordered 8 Septembrer 2007, shipped on 18 March 2008 from Aptos. 73 Raymond, F4FNT (K2 s/n 5,636) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] Import duties on amateur radio items

2008-04-09 Thread Raymond METZGER
, but various smaller items I purchased from Elecraft have arrived without any VAT charge, although their value exceeded the limit. Last comment, Ken, UK is part of the European Union ! Raymond, F4FNT K2 # 5.636, K3 # 615. ___ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] [K3] : Solder issue with the KBPF3 module

2008-04-12 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Elecrafters, I am building my K3 kit and currently installing the KBPF3 module. Unfortunately, one lead of the inductor L18 on this module is broken. Can I use a regular 40/60 tin/lead solder to repair this broken lead, or is it necessary to use lead free solder ? Raymond, F4FNT

[Elecraft] [k3] Special display modes

2008-05-02 Thread Raymond METZGER
of this module ? Many thanks and 73 Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636 ___ 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

[Elecraft] ANYONE HAVE SECRET TO ALIGNING?CONNECTING K# FRONT

2008-05-07 Thread Raymond METZGER
to understand where the problem was. Good luck, but each problem can be resolved ! Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info

[Elecraft] K3 BETA FIRMWARE RELEASE -- MCU rev 1.9

2008-05-13 Thread Raymond METZGER
and 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636 ___ 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] [K3] : Mic connection

2008-06-02 Thread Raymond METZGER
happens. This doesn't seem to be in line with the Owner's manual (see page 13 of release C1 of the owner's manual). Something wrong with my K3 ? de Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 #615, K2/100 #5,636 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You

[Elecraft] knobs - becomes Custom clearing in France

2009-12-07 Thread Raymond METZGER
than 1 week. Think positive ! de Raymond, F4FNT __ 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

[Elecraft] Reflector

2010-01-09 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi, There is a zipped downloadable version of the Reflector at QTH.net The files have the following structure : year-month.txt.gz How can I read the content of these files ? Thanks for the help Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 #0615 K2/100 # 5,636

[Elecraft] K3: Automated Transmit Gain Calibration

2008-12-25 Thread Raymond METZGER
as to the Elecraft team. Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 #615, K2/100 # 5.636 ___ 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

[Elecraft] [K3] : Automatic TX gain calibration

2009-01-10 Thread Raymond METZGER
first at 5 W and immediately after at 50 W, for each band. The 50 W calibration step worked only at a 50 W power, as expected. No problem with that, but it is probably not what was intended. 73 de Raymond F4FNT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post

[Elecraft] [K3] : Installing KBPF3 in the sub-receiver

2009-07-25 Thread Raymond METZGER
the main receiver or the subreceiver. Nevertheless, when I read the KRX3 assembly manual, I have the feeling that it should be possible to install the KBPF3 module in the subreceiver without removing the KRX3 module. Could somebody clarify this issue ? Thanks and 73, de Raymond, F4FNT

[Elecraft] Canceled my K3, bummer

2008-08-01 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Elecrafters, And don't forget to get this bond issue rated by the main rating Agencies and securitized, so that we will see shortly a wonderful K3prime story. Raymond, F4FNT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must

[Elecraft] [K3] : K3 zero beating

2008-08-02 Thread Raymond METZGER
by Don, W3FPR on the Reflector. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636 ___ 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

[Elecraft] Where have all the K2s Gone?

2008-09-12 Thread Raymond METZGER
sell my K2 ! Raymond, F4FNT ___ 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

[Elecraft] [K3] : KRX3 kit delivered

2008-09-17 Thread Raymond METZGER
Dear Elecrafters, For all those who are waiting their KRX3 : My kit has been sent 11 September by US Postal Service (Priority mail) and has been delivered this morning by the French Post. It had been ordered with my K3 kit on 8 September 2007. Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636

[Elecraft] [K3] : KRX3 live

2008-09-18 Thread Raymond METZGER
and secondly to make a synthesizer calibration ! Finally my KRX3 is working FB and there was no problem with the assembling ! Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber

[Elecraft] [K3] : KRX3 Config

2008-09-20 Thread Raymond METZGER
July). The instructions for BSET can be found either on the second page of the KRX3 errata sheet sent by Elecraft with the KRX3 kit, or on page 37 of the K3 Owner's manual, version D1). Best regards 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 #5,636

[Elecraft] K2 Transmitter Tests

2008-10-30 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Elecrafters, URL: http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/attachments/20081030/dc467a76/atta chment-0001.htm How can this kind of attachment be read ? Thanks and 73 Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 # 615, K2/100 # 5,636 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post

[Elecraft] Laptop UPS

2008-03-09 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Jim, I did the same choice as you (Dell Latitude 830) and for the same reason. My question : how do you avoid the noise generated by the laptop (OEM) UPS ? Raymond METZGER F4FNT K2 # 5,636 K3 expected in March ___ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] OT: I will be away for a while

2008-03-11 Thread Raymond METZGER
Dear Don, Best wishes to you for this unpleasant and enforced stay in a non-HAM workshop. And I hope you come back quickly and healthy : the Elecraft community need you. 73 Raymond F4FNT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft

[Elecraft] 2T Gen problem

2007-09-13 Thread Raymond METZGER
teeth signal on collector Q3, nothing on collector Q1. I have of course inspected carefully the soldering and the component placement. Thanks for your suggestions, Raymond METZGER F4FNT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft

[Elecraft] Printing Quickstart Guide

2007-09-20 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi Dave, I have the same problem. In my case, for shure, its due to a lack of memory in my 10 old LaserJet 6 printer. The first page needs a lot of memory. Raymond METZGER F4FNT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You

[Elecraft] [K2] : s/n 5,636 on the air

2007-10-20 Thread Raymond METZGER
the construction and alignment process, and especially to Don, W3FPR. Raymond METZGER F4FNT ___ 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

[Elecraft] Elecraft Noise Generator

2007-05-09 Thread Raymond METZGER
from the top or from the bottom side of the board ? My understanding is that it should be visible from the bottom of the PC. Thanks for your help Raymond METZGER Crespieres France K2 nber 5,636 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft

[Elecraft] 4 band antenna for KX-1

2006-06-25 Thread Raymond Albers
Jay, W6CJ wrote: Has anyone found some universal wire antenna lengths that will work with the KX-1 and internal antenna tuner - over all four (80, 40, 30, 20) bands? I bought a 50ft roll of speaker wire from Radio Shack and un-zipped the two wires so I had an antenna wire and a

[Elecraft] Re: KXPD-1 Paddle

2006-01-25 Thread Raymond Albers
Paul wrote, I would be very interested in hearing your opinions about the KXPD1 . I've been using a Whiterook Products MK-64 mini keyer/paddle for a few years now .. I also liked the feel of the Whiterook double lever paddle so I took mine apart and took a block of Corian

[Elecraft] ridge vent as antenna?

2006-03-22 Thread Raymond Albers
Has anyone had any experience loading an aluminum ridge vent as an antenna?? We just bought a second home, which is lovely (definition: my wife is thrilled with it!) but has restrictive covenants - no outside antennas. Grrr. I have mounted an ATU in the attic and attached a 1:1 balun

[Elecraft] [K3] : subreceiver not working after reassembling

2010-07-31 Thread Raymond METZGER
with the sub-in module, where the antenna split circuitry is located. Before opening my K3 (yes I'll take care !), I wanted to get some suggestions from the k3 community to better identify the problem. Thanks in advance, Raymond METZGER, F4FNT K3/100 #615 K2/100 #5.636

[Elecraft] Import to the UK

2010-08-17 Thread Raymond METZGER
that the rate of these custom duties depends on the kind of goods or services. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K2/100 #5,636, K3/100 #0615 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] [K3] Filter normalization

2010-09-07 Thread Raymond METZGER
. Is there a problem with my K3 or with the Manual ? 73, Raymond, F4FNT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Filter normalization

2010-09-07 Thread Raymond METZGER
Thank you, Andrew for your prompt answer. You're right and I apologize for my stupid question. Raymond, F4FNT K3 #0615 De : Andrew Moore [mailto:andrew.n...@gmail.com] Envoyé : mardi 7 septembre 2010 20:49 À : Raymond METZGER Objet : Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Filter normalization Hi

[Elecraft] RF Gain Calibration Error

2010-09-27 Thread Raymond METZGER
resolved this problem in the meantime 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K3/100 #0615, K2/100 #5,636 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] RF Gain Factory Defaults

2010-10-21 Thread Raymond METZGER
This issue has been resolved with the latest version of the K3 Utility (1.3.10.11). Norm, The latest version of the K3 utility is 1.3.10.15 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K2/100 # 5,636, K3/100 # 0615 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] P3 RS232 cable

2010-10-21 Thread Raymond METZGER
prevent using this specific KAT100 cable to connect the P3 to the PC ? Thanks for this clarification. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K2/100 #5,636 - K3/100 #0615 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help

[Elecraft] P3

2010-10-22 Thread Raymond METZGER
and Alan for the word class sub assembly packaging : there is no missing and no left screw, washer or other item ! Serial number is 722. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K2/100 #5,636, K3/100 #0615 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] [P3] : Eric at the German Hamfest

2010-05-31 Thread Raymond METZGER
K3 and, page 587, DL2LCE's QSL card showing a K2. Hope to see you, Eric, at the Hamfest 73 Raymond, F4FNT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

Re: [Elecraft] K3STFNR

2011-04-27 Thread Raymond Anderson
Hi Bill You would only need to mod the main board as the second is never used on transmit so does not have a problem. I would go ahead and add it so if you should ever want to use the internal speaker you could without problems. Ray K8RDJ On Wed, Apr 27, 2011 at 6:37 PM, Bill W4ZV

[Elecraft] [XG3] : Manual

2011-05-24 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi, There is an inconsistency on the Elecraft web site concerning the XG3 manual A Rev. A version, dated March 31st is accessible from the Documents and Software download page, while a newer version, Rev B, dated April 8th, can be downloaded from the Order page. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT

[Elecraft] Junk mail from elecraft...

2011-05-29 Thread Raymond METZGER
This may help analysing the origin of these spamms. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K3 # 0615, K2 # 5,636 It looks to me like the elecraft@mailman.qth.net input filters have been compromised -- I am getting junk mail spam from the sex trade via the Elecraft server

[Elecraft] How many Windows users are using Windows 98 SE?

2013-05-31 Thread Raymond METZGER
upgrade project. Thank you and the whole Elecraft team. 73 de Raymond, F4FNT K2/100 kit and complete K-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

[Elecraft] QRP Project, Berlin

2011-09-23 Thread Raymond METZGER
at, specifically within these strange period. 73, Raymond METZGER, F4FNT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] TR: K2 disassemble/ maint. question

2011-11-11 Thread Raymond METZGER
). It explains exactly what I'm telling you. Good luck, de Raymond, F4FNT K2/100 5,636, k3/100 0615. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

[Elecraft] (no subject)

2014-06-24 Thread Raymond Bass
FYI slide switches. I still have Heathkit equipment like my AR15 stereo am/fm receiver that has slide swithches. I built this amp in 1961 and the slide switches still working including the power slide switch in my SB-200 linear. If the slide switch is a good quality they will last many years.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 strange power surging behavior

2014-07-07 Thread Raymond Bass
I've been thinking about getting the K3, P3 and the amp but with all these problems I keep seeing I hesitate to purchase. I talked to a few owner that love the k3 so perhaps this is only a small group that has problems or do a lot of owners have these problems? I ned to know more before I shell

Re: [Elecraft] Revealed: K4 circuit diagram

2014-07-13 Thread Raymond Bass
When will it be out? Looks like it will be a lot cheaper too. Can hardly wait... On Saturday, July 12, 2014 3:00 PM, Phil Hystad phys...@mac.com wrote: http://xkcd.com/730/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] GCBAD [K3, P3]

2015-03-14 Thread Raymond Anderson
Vic try putting the sub rx on the dx and tune with the main vfo. You won't need split and the dx is probably not going to move. Ray K8RDJ On Sat, Mar 14, 2015 at 3:58 PM, Phil Wheeler w...@socal.rr.com wrote: Hmm, I just assumed it was something not GOOD, Vic :-) 73, Phil W7OX On 3/14/15

[Elecraft] KX3 FS

2015-02-21 Thread Raymond Anderson
For Sale KX3 with accessories. I haven't used my KX3 as much as I thought I would, so it is for sale. I have a K2 and a k3 which I use more. KX3 power cable usb cable KXFL3 Roofing filter KXAT3 Antenna tuner KXBC3 Internal battery charger and realtime clock MH3 Hand mike KXPD3 CW key end panels

[Elecraft] K3 TX DELAY

2015-05-30 Thread David Raymond
I'm running an older borrowed K3 to get various I/O issues worked out while awaiting arrival of my K3S. I am interfacing the K3 into an older tube amp with large open frame relays for antenna IN and OUT. The maximum TX DELAY limit of 20 ms on the borrowed K3 is not enough to avoid hot

[Elecraft] DB9 connectors, now DE9 connectors

2015-07-29 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi everybody, Many thanks also to John KX4O, Robert KC5WA and Lynn WB6UUT for their e-mails. I agree that DB9 is an incorrect designation, but many professionals use it, even some famous ones, .. e. g. Elecraft ! In my KPA100 and KAT100 manuals, the DB9 designation is used in the parts list. I

[Elecraft] DB9 connectors

2015-07-26 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi everybody, First, many thanks to George AI4VZ, Knut AB2TC, Harry NK9R, Jim K9YC and Brian K3KO, for their prompt mails (five answers within 2 1/4 hours !). Nobody told me that what I'm looking for does exist I will adopt the Hands-on attitude and make my own DB9 connector, leaving the

[Elecraft] DB9 connectors

2015-07-25 Thread Raymond METZGER
Hi everybody, Reading the Reflector convinced me that a RS232 connection is better than a USB connection between the K3 and the computer. I recently changed my laptop and succeeded in finding a laptop with a RS232 com port (HP ProBook 650 G1). The problem I'm now facing is that normal DB9

Re: [Elecraft] [K3s] REV setting keeps being reset automaticaly

2015-11-17 Thread Raymond Benny
I have different issue with REV. I normally operate with REV on in CW mode, but when I select a DX spot using DX4WIN logging program, REV is turned off. Is there an internal setting in my K3 to keep REV on, or is it a DX4WIN function? Tnx, Ray, N6VR On Tue, Nov 17, 2015 at 9:55 AM, Vic

[Elecraft] 100 W Amp temp sensor

2016-01-04 Thread Raymond Benedict
Out of the box last October, my radio had a defective temp sensor on the 100 watt amp. Could not set temp to reasonable value during calibration. Radio thought amp was overtemp and would shut down final. 100 w Amp was replaced by Elecraft.. oh, as of yesterday can not reach Elecraft web

Re: [Elecraft] 30% discount on KE7X books at Lulu 12/31 only

2015-12-31 Thread Raymond Benny
Have all ready ordered my books. Wish I would have know about the coupon. I thought the 30% discount was included in the listed price. Ray, N6VR On Thu, Dec 31, 2015 at 1:30 PM, Scott Manthe wrote: > Hi Fred, > Do you happen to know the coupon code? > > 73, > Scott N9AA

[Elecraft] Pe text mode

2016-01-21 Thread Raymond Benedict
i am unable to switch my K3s/P3 display into text mode. i have the latest firmware. Anyone suggestions? Ray W8LYJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] FLDIGI/Mac Two Receivers/

2016-02-14 Thread Raymond Benedict
From N1MM FLDIGI Setup: "Starting with Fldigi version 3.22.06, fldigi is now capable of using either sound card channel for input. In any copy of fldigi that you want to use with the right channel of the sound card, use the Configure > Sound Card menu item in the fldigi window to open the

[Elecraft] Leaded or non-leaded solder

2016-08-10 Thread Raymond METZGER
Raymond METZGER F4FNT, K2-100, K-Line, K3S underway __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Leaded or non-leaded solder

2016-08-11 Thread Raymond METZGER
in 2006-2007, I see 600 ° to 650 ° F for soldering and 700 ° F for desoldering. But these temperatures were for leaded solder on non ROHS parts. And thank you for your phenomenal reactivity and commitment vis-à-vis the Elecraft community ! Raymond, F4FNT >> The Elecraft boards comply with ROH

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] KREF3MDKT

2017-01-22 Thread Raymond METZGER
m confused by the "Unless.. Or" structure of this sentence.   Thank you for clarifying my mind and I wish to everybody a wonderfull new year 2017   Raymond, F4FNT K2/100, K3/100 and shortly K3s/100 !     __ Elecraft mai

[Elecraft] WTB Elecraft W2, 2kw sensor

2017-01-23 Thread Raymond Benny
Looking for a second Elecraft 2kw Directional Coupler sensor for the W2 wattmeter. Anyone have a spare or not really using theirs? 73, Ray, N6VR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] 90 ' of 1/2" Andrew Heliax FSJ4-50B and 2 F4PNM new in box connectors FOR SALE

2017-01-27 Thread Raymond Benny
Bill, I will be buying a 250 - 300 ft spool of 1/2" hardline from a local salvage/surplus store for $100. Guess you would consider it NOS. The wooden spools themselves are in poor shape. Not certain that it is Andrews coax, if not, its a very good copy. Like John says, you buy it when you find a

Re: [Elecraft] 90 ' of 1/2" Andrew Heliax FSJ4-50B and 2 F4PNM new in box connectors FOR SALE

2017-01-27 Thread Raymond Benny
alf Of Bill > Johnson > Sent: Friday, January 27, 2017 4:48 PM > To: 'Raymond Benny'; 'Elecraft Reflector' > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 90 ' of 1/2" Andrew Heliax FSJ4-50B and 2 F4PNM new > in box connectors FOR SALE > > Ray, Thank you. I mistakenly posted on the r

Re: [Elecraft] EFHW

2017-02-13 Thread Raymond Benny
Thank you Eric! Let's keep the talk to Elecraft products! Ray, N6VR On Mon, Feb 13, 2017 at 7:23 PM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft < e...@elecraft.com> wrote: > Folks, I just returned from 5 days on the road for the Orlando Hamcation > hamfest and saw this huge thread. As per list

[Elecraft] Yamaha CM500

2016-12-06 Thread Raymond Benedict
I use the CM500 mike with my K3s. Mike gain runs about 3 or 4 and still is high. it there a way to decrease the mike gain? Oh, menu mic setting is “low”. Ray W8LYJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] reply to digest

2017-04-01 Thread Raymond Sills
That's exactly what have been doing for years. But a big monkey wrench was forced into the procedure, when Verizon decided to stop providing it's customers with email service (via their email servers). Fortunately, (I guess), they worked out a deal with AOL, to pass the email domain name

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Package Discounts

2017-07-29 Thread Raymond Sills
And, that can be an important feature for those on a tight budget... start with the base rig, and then add features/options as finances permit. Better than waiting who knows how long to save up to buy the fully tricked-out version. 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3 #211 -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] QRPworks SideKar

2017-07-17 Thread Raymond Sills
I, too, have had excellent support from QRPworks with my Ham Central Terminal. The SideKar is a newer product and does a bit more than the HCT, so I'm sure anyone would do well with it. I had used my HCT for Field Day to send QSO info and for logging. 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3 #211

Re: [Elecraft] For Sale, unbuilt K2 with many options

2017-04-26 Thread Raymond Sills
Hi Jeff: Yes, there are several builders who will complete or build from scratch. Even if there is nobody near by, Elecraft has a list of trusted builders. Spending just a bit more to complete the radio will be a lot of value added: you'll have a great rig, and you (or your heirs) will be

Re: [Elecraft] K3 P3 and KAT500

2017-04-27 Thread Raymond Sills
Good points. And, besides that.. MARS communication deals with a military connection.. i.e. sending messages to or from deployed service people, either as written text (morse, digital, etc) or voice, often via phone patches. 73 de Ray K2ULR -Original Message- From: Joe Subich,

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Heat Sink

2017-08-04 Thread Raymond Sills
I have the PAE heat sink as well. Very pleased with it. 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3 #211 -Original Message- From: Ken G Kopp To: k1szo Cc: Elecraft ; Jim Ruff Sent: Fri, Aug 4, 2017 5:14 pm Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] A VALUABLE FIELD DAY ACCESSORY

2017-06-20 Thread Raymond Sills
Those types of headphone distribution amps can often be found at music stores, like Guitar Center, Sam Ash, etc. They might also have some compact amps with speakers, too. 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3 #211 __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Roofing Filters

2017-06-22 Thread Raymond Sills
I don't have a K3, or K3S... but if I did, I'd order from Elecraft. After all, if it were not for Elecraft, Inrad would not be making them. Paying a bit extra to Elecraft is a way to say "thank you" for their wonderful products, and their outstanding customer service. 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3

Re: [Elecraft] 6 meters open this morning; listening 50.095 (CW)

2017-06-22 Thread Raymond Sills
That's telling me that six meters could be a valuable band during Field Day. Consider having at least a dipole antenna that can to put into service. If the E-clouds are active, participants could pick up quite a few points in a band that has lots of room. The "skip" moves around a lot, but

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Article on Web pertaining to Telecommunications.

2017-06-23 Thread Raymond Sills
So much for "Nothing new under the sun". ;) This news could be huge for the future. Fundamental research scores yet again. Carl Sagan once said that your cannot tell beforehand where advances in research will take you. (As in solid state electronics, lasers, etc). 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3

Re: [Elecraft] mic

2017-06-11 Thread Raymond Sills
Hi Gang: I'll add my agreement with what other professionals have said. And, I'm a retired Technical Supervisor for Audio and Post Production at CBS-TV. We had a ton of really good microphones at our disposal. But I use the MH3 with my KX3 for those rare times I use a voice mode. Most of

Re: [Elecraft] K1 Discontinued

2017-08-30 Thread Raymond Sills
Well, certainly, the handwriting was on the wall when you could no longer purchase a 4-band K1. That said, I feel bad for Perley, who was saving up to get one. At this point, I suspect he will have to go in a different direction, if he wants a rig to construct himself. He's pretty much said

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Idea for Elecraft - addendum

2017-09-27 Thread Raymond Sills
I put in a vote for the Ham Central Terminal, too. I have one for my KX3, and it makes operating (especially in a contest) very easy. Certainly, the SideKar series would work as well. (Same disclaimer as Ted's) :) -Original Message- From: Dauer, Edward To:

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Band Plans

2017-08-22 Thread Raymond Sills
It's certainly a strange situation, reaching the "band edge" at 53 MHz. I'll have to admit, I've never tuned up that high in the band to see if I have the same situation with my KX3. I know that there are a number of repeaters here in EPA, and I'm sure some must be using that last MHz of the

[Elecraft] Lightning Damage

2017-11-06 Thread Raymond Sills
Hi Group: Well, now and then I'm disappointed that I don't have a permanent shack. However, after hearing some of those lightning stories there's certainly an additional plus side to being a portable-only QRP operator. All my gear is disconnected from the AC mains, don't have any

Re: [Elecraft] Just RX'd KX3 Serial No. 10,028!

2017-11-07 Thread Raymond Sills
I say that the Yaesu FT-817 is king of the hill. Over 250,000 sold, and still selling. 73 de Ray K2ULR -Original Message- From: Walter Underwood To: Elecraft Sent: Tue, Nov 7, 2017 7:57 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Just RX'd KX3

Re: [Elecraft] Small set up for KX2 digi

2017-12-10 Thread Raymond Sills
There are downloadable versions of WSJTX for Mac and linux, so maybe an android tablet would work. 73 de Ray K2ULR KX3 #211 -Original Message- From: Brian Hunt To: elecraft Sent: Sun, Dec 10, 2017 3:08 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft]

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