Re: [Elecraft] DM 780 and K3
Off the top of my head the K3 should work with all three options: VOX, PTT via COM port and PTT via K3 commands. In general you need to be sure that the method you chose for TX supports audio via the rear connector. I am sure there is a user on the forums who can help - so far I just use my K3 as a receiver, I use my TS-480SAT for digital mode QSO's. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Jim Stafford [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ok, I think 24 hours and searching every last manual, option, etc in both the HRD - DM780 and K3 is long enough before asking for help! That said, I will probably find the solution about 5 minutes after hitting the SEND button on this message. ___ 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 Programming
Ask - I'll help as long as I don't miss your questions. Please ask in the list, not direct mail to me! I use Windows :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Lee Buller [EMAIL PROTECTED] I need to ask some questions to someone who has done work with talking with the K3 or the K2. ___ 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 - COM port iterating ...
Don't unplug / plug them in while the OS is running. C'est la vie (mate). Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Nick-WA5BDU [EMAIL PROTECTED] I use the USB to serial converter from Elecraft to connect my laptop to my K3. When I initially plugged it in it configured itself as COM 4. Hmmm? My laptop doesn't have any real serial ports. ___ 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] [OT] Hilberling PT-8000 cancelled.
This PT-8000 must have cost Hilberling a few million euro at least. Three stands at the big Friedrichshafen show (I am sure they were there in 2006), development and salaries and... I am sure Hilberling's company can afford this, it has a very high reputation and he holds some very fine patents. I was always skeptical as the price was so very high - 11,990 euro for a 100W single RX radio (no panoramic display) is a lot, even if it does come with a nice microphone. I see all docs have been pulled from the website, fortunately I made copies which I will keep. For those who never saw the beast look at http://gallery.ham-radio.ch/main.php?g2_itemId=15914g2_page=2 specifically images 0513 to 0520. Real engineers deliver products, the rest end up working in McDonalds. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: David Woolley (E.L) [EMAIL PROTECTED] That's a different problem. The design wasn't reproducible and could not be rescued by production engineering. ___ 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] [OT] Hilberling PT-8000 cancelled.
http://www.hilberling.de/news/news.htm Thank goodness for Wayne Eric! Translation by Adam VA7OJ/AB4OJ The manufacture of the PT-8000 product line has been discontinued. Due to the constant obstacles which we must overcome in ensuring compliance with EU-wide governmental regulations imposed on manufacturers, we were required to make constant design changes to this top-quality transceiver. The very high design goals which we had set for the PT-8000 could be fulfilled in a few prototype units. However, guaranteeing this high standard without limitations in a series production program with many vendors runs into difficulties which cannot be overcome at a cost level which is still acceptable. We are most grateful for the great interest shown in us whilst this project was underway. Simon Brown, HB9DRV ___ 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: [K3] [Elecraft] FSK Help
Why that - enquiring minds etc. ? Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Jerry Flanders [EMAIL PROTECTED] True FSK does not require that following amplifier stages be linear. ___ 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] OT: ISP problems
COMCAST blocks by sender email address (a poor practice), so if your email address has been used by a spam merchant (as mine is) then you can't talk to COMCAST members. Better providers block by originating IP address as well as other more sophisticated means. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Dave Martin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Is it just mail to the comcast email addresses they block or do they actually block traffic from other mail servers? ___ 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] Switching supplies and the K3
Same here - nice quiet PSU. I would buy one again without any hesitation. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] I don't like switchers. I have a Diamond GSV3000 25A linear supply. ___ 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] Antenna Recommendations for the K3 ATU
Allen, 1) Port Soderick - lovely location, I know it well. I am most envious. 2) I'm only using dipoles which are pretty resonant anyway, anything you can put up there should be fine. The K3's ATU matches very well. http://www.braddan.gov.im/gallery.aspx?GalleryID=2PictureID=24 Were I at you place (so close to the sea) I would be looking at verticals if you don't have a tower. I'll be over on the Island in October some time, just can't face booking a Fly(may)be ticket at the moment. Simon Brown, GD4ELI / HB9DRV -- From: Allen J. Gawne [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm setting up a station after many years absence from Amateur Radio and hope you may be able to help. I would appreciate other users experiences of antennas they have connected to the K3 ATU and any opinions on the best antenna to use with the K3. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. With kind regards to all, Allen ___ 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 and HRD
Another program has the COM port open already. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Joe Word [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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? ___ 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 and HRD
I suggest to change the K3 and HRD to 38400 - it'll fly... Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Bruce McLaughlin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Be sure to set the K3 data rate to 4800 baud. That did it for me. ___ 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] UTILITY Improvements
When the memory channel CAT is defined I'll add this and other new features to HRD. I agree 100% that XML is the way to go, would be great for interchange. As soon as Wayne specs the CAT let's define the XML. I'm using XML exclusively in my new software and will convert HRD over to XML when I next attack the innards. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: David Reid [EMAIL PROTECTED] This XML idea is great...I could make a webpage and application ( hosted on my server (or Elecraft's)) where you could go to a webpage, upload your config, mess about with it and download it, then, instead of having loads of programs all over the world - possibly needing updates, if the format or tagging changed, then we can just change one option - (select firmware revision) and automatically implement new features in the XML the idea of being able to edit the memories is really cool and quite easy to achieve... Perhaps Simon also has some ideas... ___ 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] UTILITY Improvements
The end user should have no need to look at the XML file, the software you use will do this for you via a fine user-friendly UI irrespective of the platform you are using. An XML file is very easy to edit with Notepad or the editor of your choice. On http://mannindustries.net/hrd/Junk/ I have two examples of XML files used in my satellite tracking software: http://mannindustries.net/hrd/Junk/SatTrackChildWindows.xml which contains the layout of the windows to be opened when the program starts. http://mannindustries.net/hrd/Junk/SatTrackObserverDefinitions.xml which contains a list of satellite observers. The end user never sees these files but anyone who understands XML can read them, they are simple to parse (even with Microsoft's XML classes) and are *very* robust. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Brian Alsop [EMAIL PROTECTED] Going to something like XML is shooting many people in the foot. The pencil and paper clip are still alive. Reason: they do the job simply and cheaply. For me, I guess it really won't matter. The maximum number of memories that I'll ever be able to reliable associate with buttons is a few. Scrolling through 99 choices to find what I want just doesn't seem very appealing. ___ 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] XML and the K3
First let's start with XML for memories and configuration. At the moment the configuration is not a great CAT interface but it does work, if we can later select a configuration entry directly from software (example: Brightness=Medium, AudioLevel=LedZep) then we're really in business. In 10 years (or less) the K4 will support loading data direct from XML :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Lee Buller [EMAIL PROTECTED] Looks like the majority of us agree that XML is the way to go on the project. I loved the porky comment. Yes, it is porky in large applications and can be quite large. But, XML is really perfect for this application. ___ 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: [K3] [Elecraft] UTILITY Improvements
And David's software could run on laptops etc. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Tom AK2B [EMAIL PROTECTED] Exactly. You have my vote. XML (data) should be totally transparent to the end user. Hosting a simple editer makes life easy for everyone and as you said, no program need be distributed. All data is stored locally on the client's computer. ___ 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] LINIX PCs and ham SW?
At the moment HRD doesn't work with Wine. Quite a lot of the program does run, just not the radio control part :-( Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] I recall that MixW crashed horribly when I tried it. Has anyone been brave enough to try HRD? Fortunately the Linux version of the K3 Utility appeared so I never needed to try a firmware update under Wine. ___ 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] Software suggestion: a more prominent TESTindicator
I have a nice big SWR meter - CN-801 HP so I can quickly see if there's any smoke going up the coax. What could be simpler? Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Rather than a bigger visual indication for TEST, I would rather have an audible warning. ___ 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 operating scripts vs. operating tips
At the Friedrichshafen show I was talking to a few fellow members of the terminally bewildered radio operators club (Last of the Summer Wine candidates). Their input was: 1) Radios should have a simple and *large* interface. 2) Assuming good performance, usability is more important than price (all children have left home, wives are radio-friendly, bank balances are healthy). 3) None bought the K3 despite my recommendations, instead the IC-7700 was purchased due to 1) above. The size of the radio was the deal killer. 4) Despite price all were drooling over the Hilberling PT-8000, I seriously expect those who did not yet buy the IC-7700 to buy the Hilberling. My opinion - radios should be big, mobile phones and tax demands should be small. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ian White GM3SEK [EMAIL PROTECTED] To be fair to Elecraft, that is how 21st-century radios behave. The rigs we grew up with had stay-put controls because there was no other choice. Going back to the same frequency, mode, antennas and PA tuning that we had previously been using on a given band was a complex ritual involving several different controls - some of which could cause damage if incorrectly adjusted. The K3 obviously *could* be programmed to emulate that behavior, so if anyone really wants to go back there, by all means petition Wayne to include it as a CONFIG option. We could call it Century= mid20th. But *please* leave the K3's default setting as 21st! ___ 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] Big print buttons?
As my eyes get older I do NOT like focusing on the K3, then back to a piece of paper, then back to my PC. The colouring and close proximity of the buttons is a real pain. My TS-2000 is also quite rotten in this respect, maybe the best UI on any radio I own is that if the IC-703. Clean, simple, good menu system. My TS-480SAT is not bad either. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Bill W4ZV [EMAIL PROTECTED] Go buy a $1.49 pair of reading glasses from your local Dollar store. Mine make the K3 appear larger than life (really!). You can try before you buy but I found a +1.00 or +1.25 was all I needed. ___ 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] Lightness of the K3
A nice big Kent keyer paddle sits on top of the radio (big lump of brass). Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Lee Buller [EMAIL PROTECTED] What are you doing to solve this problem ___ 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] HRD flxx selection sp3
HRD hasn't changed here - it's the firmware in the K3 I think. There will soon be an upgrade to HRD which supports new CAT codes currently being developed by the dwarves in the Aptos software mines. Selecting a non-existent filter should not change anything, I've passed this on to Elecraft's software engineers. I'm just back from the Friedrichshafen show and am still drooling - lots of nice radios and big hairy amps, sadly prices exceeding the funds in the 'DRV piggy bank. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Robert Paull [EMAIL PROTECTED] Anyone seen this with HRD 4 sp3 Select filter and pick anyone that you have installed. The selection immediately goes to fl 5 with min bandwidth. ___ 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] 3rd Party K3 Compatibility Question
N1MM (was this already mentioned?). It's 28.2C here, I am melting. http://pages.cthome.net/n1mm/html/English/SupportedRadios.htm Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: W7TEA [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacLoggerDX ___ 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] 3rd Party K3 Compatibility Question [OT]
Doug, I don't think Elecraft will be there in 2008 but 2009 looks promising. I'll be in the beer tent(s). Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ha, it's 30C here, in Kitzbuhel, Austria, and there's thunder. I have several hundred kilometers of motorcycle ride in front of me to get to F'stafen on Thursday, and it looks like both heat and rain between here and there. Is Elecraft going to have a presence at F'stafen? ___ 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] 3rd Party K3 Compatibility Question
N4PY's software has K3 support. In fact any code written for the K2 will work with the K3, I didn't mention DXlab because I don't think Dave AA6YQ has added any K3-specific code. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] All of the microHAM Interfaces plus microHAM Band Decoder and microHAM Station Master also DXlab Suite (specifically CI-V Commander the radio control application but also the entire suite logger/digital ap/etc.). ___ 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] 3rd Party K3 Compatibility Question
USInterface.com's Navigator. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Rick Tavan N6XI [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please help me with an upcoming article on the K3 in NCJ. I want to mention some of the third party products that offer explicit support for the K3. I know about HRD, WinTest, N1MM, Top Ten decoder and DXD cables, microHAM Router software and cables and Elecraft products like KRC2 and XVnnn. What else? ___ 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/psk on laptop
Limiting factors - well first you should try a side-by-side comparison of the average internal laptop soundcard and a high-end solution. With poor soundcards you get: * Reduced dynamic range, (weak signals will be lost) * Intermodulation. You are limiting a very good RX by using a poor soundcard. Good soundcards will meet the K3's RX dynamic range spec more-or-less and deliver a faithful signal to your software. Until you try good, bad and ugly side-by-side you don't know what you are missing. Also - how do you know that you have not suffered degraded performance unless you compare two cards? Using old laptops / soundcards with the K3 is like using a Ferrari 360 with $30 tires. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ed Muns [EMAIL PROTECTED] This has not been my experience with RTTY and PSK31 on two K3s for nearly a year now. I've only used the internal sound card on laptops and old desktops with no degradation in performance for all my digital operations. ___ 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/psk on laptop
Bit more (Plug) If you're a keen digital modes guy reward yourself and your K3 with a quality product such as USInterface.com Navigator (I have one) or a product from Microham http://www.microham-usa.com/index.html . This is not snake oil, it really makes sense. And clears up lots of cables from the installation. FWIW I use a USInterface Navigator with my K3 and TS-2000, a Edirol FA-66 with my TS-480SAT. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Simon Brown (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Limiting factors - well first you should try a side-by-side comparison of the average internal laptop soundcard and a high-end solution. ___ 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: TX off frequency
The harmonics of the voice, there was an interesting QEX article using this as the basis of code for auto-tuning SSB signals. January 1999, Tune SSB Automatically by Robert Dick Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] How could he tell? ___ 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] N4PY software for K3 now available
-- From: Simon Brown (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Also look at DXLabs from Dave AA6YQ. Which is free! http://www.dxlabsuite.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] N4PY software for K3 now available
I'll be working through HRD during Q3 / Q4 and will be asking for suggestions - you'll see this in the HRD forums and mailing lists. There's a lot to do... More info: http://www.ham-radio-deluxe.com/ and select Help. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Tom Childers, N5GE [EMAIL PROTECTED] HRD does a fine job of rotor control, but I'd really like to see it have a link on the headings in the DX Cluster portion like the ones in DM780. Now that would be really nice, Simon! ___ 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] Memories
Why not configure MixW to just change frequency and you (the operator) select the Data mode and just leave it there? Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Stephen Prior [EMAIL PROTECTED] I too like MixW for similar reasons. I imagine Nick Fedoseev would not require much persuasion to write support for the K3. That might be a better way forward. ___ 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 - More on memories - I think...
As soon as Wayne publishes the CAT commands I'll add this support to Ham Radio Deluxe. Wayne's to-do list must be far larger than my own and he's a tad swamped I think. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Stewart Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] Has anyone come across software for the K3 that allows the programming and storage of the memories ? ___ 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 Management with HRD
6M you can add yourself (!), bandwidth is waiting on Wayne to add the CAT support. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Mike Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] Three Cheers for Simon Brown! I hope you add 6M and bandwidth sliders to Ham Radio Deluxe too. ___ 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] Logging programs and internal keyer
1) There is no problem writing a Windows program with accurate timing to key your radio via a serial or parallel port, this is a common misconception. 2) Winkeyer is an excellent device which can be more closely controlled than driving a radio via the KY command, even Kenwood's TS-480. The KY command is OK and does work. I suggest 2) if your logging program of choice supports it. A quick touch of the paddles and you're in charge of the sending instead of the Winkeyer, also the Winkeyer has many configuration options such as Farnsworth. I don't send much CW but have programmed both options. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Carl Clawson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Are there any contest logging programs out that support the internal keyer on the K3? This seems the ideal way to go, just one more serial command that has to be coded to go to the radio. Otherwise you either: [chop] ___ 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] Dayton Discovery [OT]
My guess is that it presents itself just like a USB soundcard - for example the Tigertronics SignaLink USB. It's possible - even probable that the transmitted audio is available through this link. Myself I don't see the niche for the IC-7200 - no ATU and quite heavy. However, as always, I hope they sell a million of them. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] It will be interesting to see what USB CODEC they chose and how they deal with the audio level issues. I seriously doubt that they have made provision to use the radio microphone to record DVK type messages on the computer. ___ 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] Dayton Discovery [OT]
The only thing I don't have is the boat :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Brendan Minish [EMAIL PROTECTED] I do! Providing it can work properly down to around 11vdc input, it looks to be an Ideal maritime mobile radio. In MM setups the ATU is typically an auto tuner located away from the antenna so an internal tuner is no use. Cooling and ruggedness are big issues. Having 'ears' to mount it securely with is a big plus. The USB interface is a great asset here too, allowing for HF fax reception, rig control etc over a single USB connection. Finally the time might be nearing to replace all the ic-735's and ic-728's that are bobbing about out there! ___ 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] a real bandscope
After experiencing a few RTTY QSO's over the weekend (yes - I was on RTTY) I think I'm in need of the 1500 watt beauty as a matter of extreme urgency! I saw it in the flesh in 2005 and have been drooling over the keyboards ever since. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: AD6XY - Mike [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unfortunately I forgot to ask about the prospects for a linear amplifier once the K3 project settles down. ___ 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] Dayton Discovery
There are quite a few low-price sub notebooks announced in the last few months, one which has caught my attention is the MSI Wind PC running Windows XP (for I am a Windows programmer by choice). The CPU chip is very low power, performance more than adequate for any current digital mode program. These sub notebooks are not big, not heavy and there's the extra bonus of using a PC - larger fonts, logging and archiving of received audio for later playback. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] If you would like to use data modes without a full sized computer then a basic Asus Eee PC, Fldigi and a pair of sound card audio cables will do the job, plus it will support more modes than just PSK31 and RTTY, and display more than a few characters of text. It would be not much bigger and probably not cost much more than a custom keyboard which would be required to interface with the K3's proprietary connector. ___ 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] Dayton Discovery [OT]
FWIW the new ICOM IC-7200 has a USB port which supplies a CI-V interface (serial port for radio control) *and* audio input / output, so for full radio / digital mode support all that is needed is a single USB cable and computer :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] ... and a pair of sound card audio cables will do the job ... ___ 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] RTTY filter for K3
The RTTY decoder in fldigi is very good - I use this source in DM780. Knowing how it works I am sure that a very tight 200Hz or 250Hz filter would be fine. In fact it would be interesting to compare the K3's RTTY decoding with external software, I'll do this sometime... Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: K3KO [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thus the 250 Hz filter is plenty wide enough for SP and DXing. I'm not a believer in using AFC, even when running them during contests, but if you are, then perhaps a wider filter is more appropriate for that. 400Hz ought to be plenty wide enough. Guys who call you 100Hz or more off frequency don't deserve to be worked! ___ 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] Dayton Discovery
On the other hand new laptops can have a much longer battery life, especially some of the new sub notebooks. Only important if you actually venture out of the shack into the big scary green area :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Kenneth Waites [EMAIL PROTECTED] Used laptops can be very cheap. I would go for a cheap laptop and MIXW. ___ 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] Elecraft at Dayton
-- From: David and Dianne on Comcast [EMAIL PROTECTED] An S9+60db signal on the main receiver is not heard at all on the sub receiver at all. Erm - can you give an example? My tired brain doesn't understand. Simple Simon ___ 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] Elecraft at Dayton
OK, I understand (just)! I guess I'll bite the bullet and pay for one on Monday - I would like to monitor two portions of 20m at the same time. Currently using my very capable TS-480SAT on 20m PSK / RTTY, must crank up the K3 :-) I assume that I can use the same antenna for both receivers? Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] A really strong signal being received on one receiver does not bleed through to the other receiver, even though they share the exact same I.F. ___ 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] The K3 in comparison to the Big Guns [OT]
IMO one area where the IC-7700 and co. win out is in ergonomics, especially for those of us who are members of the Terminally Bewildered club (tired eyes, colour blindness). Given the extra real estate this may seem like a daft comparison, but the FTDX-9000's tuning knob(s) and the IC-7700 / IC-7800 display are excellent. Having said that the K3's use of the available panel space is outstanding! Is an IC-7700 worth the price of 2 x K3? Quite possibly, the first two shipments are sold out, from the Yahoo! list users are delighted. Now back to the programming... Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Jan Erik Holm [EMAIL PROTECTED] Money isn´t the answer to everything!!! This I did learn many many moons ago. ___ 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] The K3 in comprison to the Big Guns
If you read the eHam.net reviews for the IC-7700 one thing stands out: 'Build Quality', followed by ergonomics, people are willing to pay for this. http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/6708?page=1 - well worth reading. I would willingly pay a lot for a K3 in a 19 case. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Bob Serwy [EMAIL PROTECTED] Maybe you need to ask Icom and Yaesu why they charge so much for their rigs. ___ 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 Serial Commands?
Not quite - something very odd happening, I'll update the firmware over the weekend to get to the latest revision. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm in Dayton without my K3 and limited e-mail access but I believe my tests indicated the filter number was ignored. All FWx commands simply selected the next filter in sequence. ___ 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] The K3 in comparison to the Big Guns
IC-7800 height or even a tad more. I'm not a fan of making radios as small as possible. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] How many units high? On 16 May 2008, at 09:43, Simon Brown (HB9DRV) wrote: I would willingly pay a lot for a K3 in a 19 case. ___ 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] Awaiting my K3
Are you sure you didn't mean this HRD (see below) ? Beats any radio any day anywhere :-) http://www.ham-radio-deluxe.com/Portals/1/Images/real_hrd.jpg Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Dave Blaschke [EMAIL PROTECTED] My Mistake. Yes, by HRD I meant Ham Radio Deluxe. My apologies to Simon Brown, HB9DRV. ___ 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 Serial Commands?
FW1,FW2,FW3,FW4,FW5 Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] Look at the FW commamd in the KIO2 Programmer's Reference. ___ 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 Serial Commands?
FW4; Set the correct speed, I use 38,400 baud. Not all published commands work - I will have to look at my K3 as I just selected filter 5 and got filter 1 selected! Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] That didn't help. I tried entering FW4 and nothing happens as if nothing is being sent. There must be something that preceeds the command. The manual keeps mentioning GET and SETAre you supposed to enter that somewhere? ___ 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] Ke: Programming SWT and SWH options
I have no problem with the implemented commands (the buttons that do work), for example SWH09 for VOX. Shout at me if this doesn't work for you and we'll run through the docs. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Bob Tellefsen [EMAIL PROTECTED] The programmers' reference says that the SWH and SWT functions are not implemented yet. ___ 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] Buddipole vs. tuner and wire
Wire antennas! The Buddipole is OK but a decent wire antenna will outperform. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Brian Lloyd [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thinking about antennas, I was planning to take my SGC-231 tuner and some wire but am also looking at the Buddipole (which Elecraft sells so that makes it on-topic here :-) as an alternative. Would anyone care to comment on wire/tuner vs. Buddipole? ___ 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] Buddipole vs. tuner and wire
Yes, I have one. Myself I would take some pre-made wire antennas, probably dipoles which I can string up. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Robert Allbright [EMAIL PROTECTED] Simon have you actually tried the Buddipole? I haven't but have examined it at Martin Lynch and just think that it is a very convenient, quick way of getting on air from a portable location with a system which is going to considerably outperform mobile whips. 73 Rob, G3RCE ___ 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: 22 days to the K3's 1st birthday
-- From: Bill W4ZV [EMAIL PROTECTED] BTW I had to laugh out loud when I saw a new IC-7700 owner tout its 7.2 pound tuning knob! Gosh he could've had a K3 for only 1 more pound! ;-) Try and find someone with the IC-7700 and spin the dial - it has a beautiful feel to it. The radio itself has a fine interface and is very usable, I would dearly like one. In Europe the IC-7700 is selling *very* well indeed. Simon HB9DRV ___ 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: 7.2 pound tuning knob
That's unfair - ICOM and Kenwood have made quite a few firmware updates for their radios, all at no cost. I don't have any Yaesu HF kit so can't comment about their level of support. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Mark Bayern [EMAIL PROTECTED] ...only because a Japanese manufacturer would have made you purchase the next model to get newer firmware ___ 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] KUSB to Serial
Whereas I have to test my *free* software on W2K, XP and VISTA. At least Windows 95/98/SE/ME is dead and buried :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yep same here, except the only place we have Vista is inside a fire- walled eng. lab - you know, we are spraying water on the wall all the time ! :-) ___ 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] ESD-Matte
Computer Werkzeuge, z.b. http://www.brack.ch/aspx/Shop/lager.aspx?ArtID=61180 Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: OE5CSP-Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wo bekommt man im deutschsprachigen Raum eine günstige und gute ESD-Matte plus Armgelenksband-oder lohnt sich der Selbstbau? ___ 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] 6 Meter Questions - OT
Volatile signal levels - can be there for a few seconds to a few minutes or even an hour. Signals you receive come more-or-less from roughly a single direction (N, S, E, W). A big advantage of the bandscope on the IC-7800 / IC-7700 - you suddenly see the band coming to life. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Richard Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] What are the characteristics of signals on 6 meters that are propagated by sporadic-E? How would I recognize that s-E is in effect? ___ 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 - APP and the network effect
Real logs are on the fire. I also have a magnifier, am 50, colour-blind, lazy and need my lunch :-) More serious that my rotten homebrew capability is the current state of the bands and the serious prospect of a Maunder Minimum :-( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maunder_Minimum Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] so real logs are on paper then? ___ 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 - APP and the network effect
$ set mode/level=rant Look here youngster, not everyone can see these wretched SMT components in the first place, I have problems just finding my mobile phone! Real radios use valves and take two people to lift them off the ground, anything else is just a gadget! $ set mode/level=cool+calm+collected Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: GW0ETF [EMAIL PROTECTED] ... especially for Elecrafters whom I've always looked on as an inherently home brew bunch. ___ 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] 6 Meter Questions - OT
Start with a 5/8 vertical or a 2 or 3 ele yagi as you suggest, polarisation can be all over the place. Lots of SSB 50.1 - 50.2 and CW 50.08 - 50.1 (-ish). Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] I've never been on 6. Never. My K3 will cover it so I'm gonna give it a try. ___ 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] HRD upgrade question
Hi Ron, In the HRD Logbook options you can select the logbook file (.mdb) to use as the database. Best please for HRD support is the HRD lists or forums - http://www.ham-radio-deluxe.com/Help/tabid/57/Default.aspx Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ron Foster [EMAIL PROTECTED] Per your e-mail instructions, I have tried to reach you off-line on this but it looks like my e-mails are not making it. ___ 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] HRD upgrade question
Hi Ron, You can select whichever logfile you use in the Logbook options. Mail me off-list and I'll sort you out. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ron Foster [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am running HRD/DM780 with my K2 and just upgraded to the latest version. After the upgrade, the log file is now empty but a number of files named Logfile[date] are still in the HRD folder. Can someone who is more familiar with the software please tell me how to get those files re-associated with the log program, or whatever else I can do to recover the data. ___ 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] Rigblaster/Signalink for K3?
I think there's a solution from microHam (I think there must be), I am using a USInterface.com Navigator with Windows and DM780. I'm sure Joe (?) from microHam will chip in here, I know that the USInterface.com Navigator is available 'off the shelf'. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: KB1PXD [EMAIL PROTECTED] Does anyone know if there's a Rigblaster or Signalink product that supports the K3? I'm looking for a plug n' play canned solution to support the digital modes. ___ 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] Rigblaster/Signalink for K3?
The nice thing about an 'all-in-one' solution: 1) Just one USB cable connected to your radio. 2) Very high quality soundcard. 3) Winkeyer built-in. 4) Extra COM ports. 5) Monitor the audio. 6) One chunky cable from the unit to your radio. End result is a very tidy installation with a high-quality soundcard. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Dave G4AON [EMAIL PROTECTED] What does the K3 lack that a Rigblaster or Signalink provides? I use mine with MMTTY, N1MM logging/CW keying and DM780 straight to a sound card. The TX control in DM780 is via the normal serial cable, in MMTTY via a simple single transistor keying circuit built into the 15 way accessory plug. CW keying from N1MM logging is via the serial lead, I also have a K1EL Winkey which works fine too. The K3 has transformer isolated line in and line out sockets. ___ 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] Rigblaster/Signalink for K3?
SignaLink USB. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: KB1PXD [EMAIL PROTECTED] I too plan to use DM780 but have no interest in controlling the K3 (changing freq., etc.) from HRD. I'm looking for the simplest solution to support PSK31. ___ 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] Rigblaster/Signalink for K3?
Not all - they have to be high-spec for this. You would probably want a dedicated soundcard for SDR anyway, also the newer SDR radios have a USB interface anyway. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: David Cutter [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sorry if this has been answered already: presumably, this can also be used with an SDR rx on the IF? ___ 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 and HRD
Go to the Beta downloads! Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Malcolm Rothwell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Downloaded HRD (again) and note that there is no support for the K3, the only Elecraft radio is the K2. Has this been withdrawn? Seem to remember my last play with HRD that the K3 was an radio option? ___ 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] K2 and digital modes
Julian suggests running a bar of ALC - I very strongly disagree. Never, ever run any ALC with PSK as it degrades the quality of the signal and makes decoding more difficult. With digital modes *always* aim for a 100% linear signal. It's not the power but the quality / purity that matters. What may look good on the other station's waterfall is not always the best for decoding. It's not just what you transmit but what you don't transmit that matters. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] See this article: http://www.g4ilo.com/k2psk31.html ___ 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] K2 and digital modes
Hi, This applies to phase shift keying modes. RTTY seems to be OK with some ALC - remember it's the peak power that matters, not the average. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: WILLIS COOKE [EMAIL PROTECTED] Simon, does this apply to RTTY as well? I have had good results by keeping the power down with PSK-31, but not such good results with RTTY. Most of my RTTY is in DX pileups and my results seem better if I run the transceiver a bit harder and drive my amp to 300 watts or so, but my experience is very limited. I am using you DM 780 with an ACER Aspire 5610Z computer running Vista. ___ 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] Call CQ! [OT]
Despite a sunspots count of 0 I'm seeing plenty of digital and SSTV activity, today I copied my first US station ever on 20m SSTV (maybe it's the new detector code I've been writing for the last week). Even when there may be just one poor soul calling CQ on CW there is plenty of digital mode activity going on. I would go as far as suggesting that there is more PSK activity than CW on 20m during a weekday. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: K2ZR [EMAIL PROTECTED] Folks, it 'taint no sunspots and/or poor conditions, it is us! ___ 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] SDR Software and Change Management
With hindsight dual-booting would have been an option, you can have two (or more) sets of source loaded and select the one you want when switching on. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Jim K4ZMV [EMAIL PROTECTED] After spending nearly 25 years as an IBM systems programmer, I came to really appreciate change control. My suggestion to Elecraft is to provide the means to store software releases so users can reload a backlevel version if problems pop up in a new release. ___ 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] New Contest Transceiver
A very nice front panel with a bandscope for watching those 6m / 10m openings, it is shipping in Europe already. + Extensive CAT support. + The most visually appealing new radio I have seen for quite a while. - Very slow website at the moment :-( Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] If your interested in seeing the latest offering of a contest grade transceiver, take a look at this link. Reading their brochure is a real hoot!! During the next 10 days it will be making its official debut. http://www.icomamerica.com/en/downloads/Default.aspx?Category=180 ___ 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] New Contest Transceiver
About $6k, GBP 3,400 + tax. + Scans 6m - No IF Shift / Width adjust knobs (does have LO / HI though). Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Shaun Oliver [EMAIL PROTECTED] I bet it's got a nice price tag too. ___ 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] Selling my K3s, buying 7700's [OT]
Like quite a few K3 owners I have owned an IC-7800. One thing it cannot be criticised for is poor construction quality. It will be interesting to listen to the IC-7700 later this year - I am sure it will not be bad. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL [EMAIL PROTECTED] It just screams QUALITY. Did you see the close-up photography of the toroids? I mean, like WOW! ___ 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; Firmware and Config Utility?
Could be fun from the radio's point of view. You log in, radio decides whether you abused it last time with too much Linux software and denies access until you learn to behave :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ian J Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] Next thing people will be asking for biometric scanners so that each user can log into the radio to load their settings. Now there's an idea what about it guys? ;-) ___ 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] My wish list (of small refinements)
It makes a lot of sense for SSTV operators. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Toby Deinhardt [EMAIL PROTECTED] Filter bandwidth by mode makes sense. I do not think bandwidth per band/vfo does. I would not want to see the present behavior changed. Say count my vote as nay... ___ 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] Big trade for a Loaded K3
That Collins is to be kept forever - were I stateside I would be round your house, K3 in hand before you knew what had happened! Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Brett Gazdzinski [EMAIL PROTECTED] You are crazy! He is! ___ 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] Shack PC?
Two suggestions: 1) USInterface.com Navigator - everything in one box and an extra COM port for your use - look at http://USInterface.com. I have a Navigator and can vouch for it. 2) MicroHAM's external interfaces - take a good look at http://www.microham-usa.com - I think Joe W4TV is on this list (I do get confused at times). I don't have any MicroHAM products simply because I don't have all the toys available in the market, there will be many satisfied MicroHAM users on this list :-) 3) Audio only - Tigertronics SignaLinkUSB. There are some very good *powered* SUB = COM port adapters, for example one I have provides 4 COM ports. The key word here is *powered*, if you use a USB hub make sure it's full-spec and *powered* via external mains PSU. Don't buy cheap junk on eBay! --- Were I starting from scratch I would use external USB = Serial such as Navigator / MicroHAM as it really solves the cable salad problem. I actually took my PCI COM port card out of my radio PC and replaced it with a satellite TV card as the Navigator had made it redundant. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Mike [EMAIL PROTECTED] Be careful of the need for serial ports. Very few new laptops have them. The Dell Latitudes (or at least several of them) still do. Desktops may or may not come with them, but be sure to get one with at least one empty expansion slot so that you can add a serial card with at least a couple of ports. ___ 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] Shack PC?
Would anyone believe I have a 1st class degree in Maths ? Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Simon Brown (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Two suggestions: 1) ... 2) ... 3) ... ___ 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] Shack PC? [OT]
At least I can remember that I got a degree, I have no idea what I studied apart from something to do with Fortran IV and punched cards and a computer in Manchester and a nice girl from York. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ian J Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] Our main weapon is surprise. Surprise and fear ___ 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] DM780 and K3
http://www.ham-radio-deluxe.com/Downloads/tabid/54/Default.aspx Pick up the latest beta, start SSTV and watch the pretty pictures (especially the European readers wives on 20m if you're lucky). Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Lee Buller [EMAIL PROTECTED] I've been working on HRD last night and downloaded the latest and greatest. I did get that to work, but could not find DM780 files in the download. I looked all over. I found the PSK31 screens and copied some stations ... but where is the RTTY stuff? I went to the web site and downloaded everything that I could download, but it seems I could not find the DM780 files. I could not find anything that resembled DM780. What am I doing wrong here? ___ 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
Hi, As has often been said the DSP is very good on its own, but I can clearly hear the 1kHz and 250Hz filters as they kick in (I think it's 250Hz). My filters and logic for choice is: 1.8kHz - SSTV, SSB 1 kHz - wide digital modes and CW browsing, 250Hz - PSK, RTTY, CW. At the moment I am writing and testing SSTV software - this has been 100% of my spare time for the last three months, so the 1.8kHz filter has been engaged most of the time. When listening to CW I use 1 kHz / 250Hz. As I do not suffer from strong signals here I rarely use narrow filters in digital modes, but the 250Hz really digs signals out of the noise, I really hear it as I turn the bandwidth down from 300Hz to 250Hz. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: WILLIS COOKE [EMAIL PROTECTED] Simon, since you wrote the digital program that I am using and so far think is great, you are the very one to answer the question that I think Mike is asking. For Ham Radio Deluxe, Digital Master 780, which filter do you use the most? If you use others, when and why? ___ 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] DM780 and K3
Hi, Yes - Windows only. It's a shame about the audio problems in VMware :-( Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Damon - KC5CQW [EMAIL PROTECTED] After hearing so much about HRD lately, I decided to have a look. Is it windows only? I downloaded it to my Win2K emulator to try it out. I'm quite impressed but... I can't use the audio (data modes) due to the latency of being run inside an emulated Virtual PC. Otherwise, it really is a great program! Well done. For now I will have to stick with cocoaModem for the digital modes. ___ 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 Remote Control...
At the moment remote control is via the RS232 (COM port) connector, you will eventually be able to control all aspects of the radio. For audio there are various solutions available already. An Ethernet connector / solution has not been suggested so far. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: STEPHEN W BANKS [EMAIL PROTECTED] Can any of you tell me what, if any, possibilities exist for remote control of the K3? Seems like there's been some discussion about it, but I subscribe to the Digest reflector mode and frequently delete a digest forgetting to copy and save a particular post of interest. ___ 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: [SPAM] RE: [Elecraft] K3: secret hardware changes?
It is not a problem, it is an enhancement. Many of us in the field test / bet team have told you what is happening, still you moan! When the time is right you will be officially informed by Elecraft. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Thom LaCosta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To simply acknowledge that they are working to solve the problem. ___ 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: secret hardware changes? [OT]
The reason you have not heard anything is because Wayne Eric are negotiating to buy Neverland from Micky Jackson and move the whole manufacturing operation *and* the 'enhanced customer care' facility out to Santa Barbara. Just a rumour, you didn't hear it from me. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Thom LaCosta [EMAIL PROTECTED] NoI'm making an observation about communications, and how the lack thereof stimulates rumors. ___ 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 in different colors?
By the Hilberling is *still* not shipping! Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: S Sacco [EMAIL PROTECTED] Maybe those who want to chose the color of their radio should consider the Hilberling PT-8000. ___ 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: secret hardware changes?
Given the high quality of the engineers in the test group it's only to be expected that there will be enhancements, I wish I had a groups as good as this for my day job. None of the changes made are critical, I'm sure they'll be documented later. As has been said, they are minor changes, FWIW I can't be bothered to add them. We have the leading performance radio for the price of an average radio from Japan, the K3 will only get better as the firmware matures. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Vic K2VCO [EMAIL PROTECTED] If they are not announced, it's not because they will be forever secret. It's because the Elecraft staff has plenty to do without dealing with this right now. ___ 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 in different colors [OT]
The Hilberling comes in a very nice sturdy case, the very highest quality 'buttons and knobs and things' you can imagine. I like the case but prefer the layout of the K3's front panel. As for the price - I hear from a dealer that there are quite a lot of orders. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Kevin Cozens [EMAIL PROTECTED] For the price of just one of those 10W radios, you could have 3 fully loaded K3/100's. If I had that kind of spare cash to put down on a radio, I would rather go with a K3. ___ 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: secret hardware changes?
-- From: S Sacco [EMAIL PROTECTED] ...but that Elecraft has apparently not been forthcoming with the changes. Because they are being finalised with field testers! ___ 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: R: [Elecraft] K3-Latest K3 Review on EHAM
It doesn't matter how good or expensive the product is, every high-tech solution can break. My neighbour's Mercedes SLK 500 broke down after 3 days and had to be shipped off the Isle of Man to England to be repaired. My mother's Metro 1000 City (1989) has never had a problem despite being 18 years old and costing 10% as much as the Merc. This 3/5 review shows that the K3 is a real radio produced by a real company and used by real people. 100 glowing reviews giving 5/5 would be too good to be true. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: paolo.gramigna [EMAIL PROTECTED] E-ham should not accept anonymous reviews, and request the serial number to be stated in it. ___ 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] [EMAIL PROTECTED] ????
Lee, there are a few on this list who have assembled K3s - you could ask here :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: T. David Yarnes [EMAIL PROTECTED] Well, yesterday was Sunday! I don't think Gary (or whoever else checks the support mail) has a secretary either. I'm sure they are a bit bogged down going through emails that probably stacked up a bit over the weekend. So, yes you are being a fussbudget! Hi. Give them a little time to catch up, and I'm sure they will get back to you. ___ 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-Latest K3 Review on EHAM
I think he's getting RF into his installation, maybe through the power cabling? I wonder whether his is driving an after-burner? I do not suspect a malicious posting - even with the best will in the world things can go wrong. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Ian J Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am always suspicious of anonymous reviews. ___ 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] New: K3 tops the list
He said he would if he could get his paws on one - just contact him. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Stewart Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] It will be interesting to see if Peter reviews the K3. The K2 has never been reviewed by him, despite a number of offers of loan rigs. ___ 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] Two Radios, One Antenna
Assume you have many radios and effectively one antenna (in practice up to 3 at times). You would only transmit with one radio, the others being used as high-class receivers, spares etc. How would you route the antenna? What I want to avoid is transmitting into a receiver by accident if the software decides that it would be good to switch to TX. FWIW I am looking at two K3, one TS-480SAT. I would like to receive on all three simultaneously and transmit with either a K3 or TS-480SAT. Simon Brown, HB9DRV ___ 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 Convergence
Actually I gave some thought to this project this morning, specifically allowing many programs simultaneous and transparent access to a K3 where the programs talk K3 CAT. My conclusion is that it's easy, the hard part having been written already by Phil N8VB, specifically his virtual serial cables. I have all the code I need for this, once running programs such as DXLab, the CW Skimmer program etc. would just connect to a virtual serial port such as COM22. I see no show-stoppers, performance would be / could be excellent. It is very tempting to write this, maybe after the SSTV / HamDRM and WSJT code is sorted out in one of my projects. I see that it would be of great benefit to the K3 community, especially the users who are able to run two or more programs at once. Of course I'm talking about a Windows MFC C++ solution. Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Dr. Werner Furlan [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have read something about a software project that should allow several programs connect to a server and thus remote control different rigs. If I remember right, the project worked in a way that the commands to the server were in a unique language, and the server passed on the transceiver specific code. (something like ADIF in log programs if such a comparison is allowed) ___ 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 Convergence
If I can make good enough progress with my current SSTV / HamDRM work then I'll put this together late March 2008. This is the only approach that will work properly, initially it will be for CAT support only, that is it will not be designed for DTR / RTS toggling etc. which we don't need with the K3 anyway. It will work with W2K / XP / VISTA, the limitation being N8VB's serial cable code which does work on W2K I think (I know it works on XP and VISTA). I'll think about making source code available - I use 3rd-party programming libraries which I cannot ship (www.codejock.com) but were anyone to obtain these they could recompile. Also I'll think about having read-only access - some programs like to watch all data being read from the radio, for example (I think) StepIR and some amplifiers such as that one from Italy - Expert-something-1K. Speaking of amplifiers... Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Barry N1EU [EMAIL PROTECTED] We need a solution like N8LP and HB9DRV have been talking about lately. ___ 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 Convergence
Taking things a step further - it would not be at all difficult to allow other programs to send K3 commands to / from the K3 through another program. This program (server) controls the serial comms and supports an unlimited number of clients. The clients speak to the radio using the radio's native protocol through the server. It's a simple concept, the programming is not too difficult except when talking with some of the older Yaesu radios. Supporting the K3 / Kenwood / ICOM like this would be simple. As for things like split mode - as far as I can remember no ICOM radio supports this via CAT commands, not even the $10k+ IC-7800 :-( Simon Brown, HB9DRV -- From: Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] No, every program needs to know the radio status at all times. If one program changes a setting that a second program relies on without notification, nasty things can happen. ___ 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] Still Working
I haven't switched my K3 off since assembling it on November 12th, so it's been humming away for 3 months non-stop on digital modes, currently SSTV on 80m. I have a full set of filters, using 1.8kHz at the moment for SSTV. Just thought I would say this, taking a break from Hilbert Transforms... Simon Brown, HB9DRV ___ 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
