Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4 Vs. Flex 6400

2022-03-05 Thread Brian Denley
The 6400 is $2000. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Mar 5, 2022, at 10:52 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote: > > Interesting question. The Flex 6700 is close to the top of the list with > some sort of updated hardware, while the 6400 is below the original K3, and > far below the K3 with the

Re: [Elecraft] MC-60A

2021-04-02 Thread Brian Denley
That mic has a built in preamp, even though it is a dynamic mic. You might consider that and lower your mic gain setting in the K3. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Apr 2, 2021, at 2:39 PM, Steve Fox wrote: > > Do I need to make any modifications to use an MC-60A m

Re: [Elecraft] K4 replacement?

2020-10-08 Thread Brian Denley
Sorry about that Alan. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Oct 8, 2020, at 10:18 PM, a...@elecraft.com wrote: > > On 10/8/2020 3:57 PM, Jim Brown wrote: >>> On 10/7/2020 5:41 PM, Tom Doligalski via Elecraft wrote: >>> I am a bit depressed about the lack of feedback from Elecraft about the K4.

Re: [Elecraft] Radiosport MH-350ADJ with K2?

2020-07-26 Thread Brian Denley
It’s a electret condenser mike element and requires bias 5.6-10k resister as Don says. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jul 26, 2020, at 7:40 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > Steve, > > I am not familiar with that particular mic element, but -- > > If that is

Re: [Elecraft] Mail for Windows 10

2020-05-02 Thread Brian Denley
Can we get back to Elecraft stuff? Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 2, 2020, at 4:36 PM, John Seboldt wrote: > > Indeed, Windows Mail is very basic and should be avoided. Thunderbird still > holds its own and has been my client of choice as well. Many ha

Re: [Elecraft] Mail for Windows 10

2020-05-02 Thread Brian Denley
Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 2, 2020, at 4:36 PM, John Seboldt wrote: > > Indeed, Windows Mail is very basic and should be avoided. Thunderbird still > holds its own and has been my client of choice as well. Many handy features - > above all, the "

Re: [Elecraft] Mail for Windows 10

2020-04-29 Thread Brian Denley
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 S-meter characteristics

2020-04-24 Thread Brian Denley
The International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Region 1 agreed on a technical recommendation for S Meter calibration for HF and VHF/UHF transceivers in 1981. Why go back to 1947? Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Apr 24, 2020, at 6:30 PM, Charlie T wrote: > > S-mete

Re: [Elecraft] 10 MHz reference osc. suggestion?

2020-02-05 Thread Brian Denley
I bought the BG7TBL one for about $160. I worked perfectly right out of the box. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Feb 5, 2020, at 9:16 PM, Clay Autery wrote: > > I use the Dual Output part from Leo Bodnar so I can set one at 10MHz, and > the other on a different frequ

Re: [Elecraft] ALC implementation

2019-07-12 Thread Brian Denley
, then one should be mindful that the result acts much like compression. In some cases, lots of compression! Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jul 13, 2019, at 12:32 AM, Wes wrote: > > You do know that the K3(S) uses a slow ALC system for power control don't you? > > Wes N7W

Re: [Elecraft] ALC implementation

2019-07-12 Thread Brian Denley
> place. > > Wes N7WS > >> On 6/28/2019 11:38 AM, Brian Denley wrote: >> I have always thought that ALC is not appropriate for power control. It’s a >> protection system. Over use of ALC acts like compression. No? >

Re: [Elecraft] ALC implementation

2019-06-28 Thread Brian Denley
I have always thought that ALC is not appropriate for power control. It’s a protection system. Over use of ALC acts like compression. No? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 28, 2019, at 1:11 PM, Jim Rhodes wrote: > > Yes Andy, I used a TS590 at field day. But this is the Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft / IC-7610 comparison

2019-05-20 Thread Brian Denley
Or are you saying that you connect the K4 to your in house router through Ethernet and then access it through WiFi? (It’s making sense to me now! Hehe). Thanks Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 20, 2019, at 11:24 PM, Brian Denley wrote: > > Wayne: > When you mention tha

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft / IC-7610 comparison

2019-05-20 Thread Brian Denley
Wayne: When you mention that the K4 has Ethernet (which means cables to me), it must also have WiFi if you can control with tablets, no? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On May 20, 2019, at 8:39 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: >> Charlie, K3ICH, wrote: >> >> OK, So why should I [pejorative deleted]

[Elecraft] K2 battery

2019-03-21 Thread Brian Denley
Well everything is installed and working very well. Now my little K2 weighs more than my FT-950! :o) Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] ELECRAFT K2. Installing KBT2 with KIO2 in place

2019-03-11 Thread Brian Denley
I should also mention that the KAT2 is in the cover as well. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Mar 11, 2019, at 7:33 PM, Brian Denley wrote: > > Is the KBT2 going to fit ok with the KIO2 in the cover as well? It seems > like the battery is pinching the KIO2 coax cable

[Elecraft] ELECRAFT K2. Installing KBT2 with KIO2 in place

2019-03-11 Thread Brian Denley
Is the KBT2 going to fit ok with the KIO2 in the cover as well? It seems like the battery is pinching the KIO2 coax cable pretty well. Anyone else have both? Thanks Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] [ELECRAFT] KPA500 NEW OWNER QUESTIONS.......

2019-02-28 Thread Brian Denley
Thanks for that. I never understood the Ameritron ALC instruction for my ALS-600 so I just never used the ALC. That attached instruction was much clearer and made sense. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Feb 28, 2019, at 10:19 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > This fel

Re: [Elecraft] K2 with KPA-100

2018-12-19 Thread Brian Denley
..unless you build it in the ‘Twins’ configuration. Then you have the KAT2 and KAT100 both available in the system along with the KPA100. But you need another EC2 enclosure. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 19, 2018, at 9:04 PM, Neil Zampella wrote: > > Gene ... > > if you were

Re: [Elecraft] Swiss Army Knife

2018-12-18 Thread Brian Denley
I got my Swiss Army Knife on board a Swiss Air flight back from Amsterdam. This was a year before 9/11 however. Brian Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 18, 2018, at 8:17 PM, Thorpe, Jeffrey wrote: > > Geez - I lost my Swiss Army Knife (the teeny one) to TSA at T

Re: [Elecraft] OT: [was Flumoxed]

2018-12-07 Thread Brian Denley
When I changed my 40 meter dipole from flat to inverted vee, I had to shorten the legs as the resonance point dropped about 150 KHz. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 7, 2018, at 5:07 PM, Rose wrote: > > It's unfortunate that there's not enough room on the

Re: [Elecraft] Stupidity vs Absentmindedness - Was: Killed the KPA500 :)

2018-11-20 Thread Brian Denley
Is this the Tim Allen reflector? :o) Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 20, 2018, at 7:45 PM, Fred VE3FAL wrote: > > In my years in the radio and electronics hobby I have learnt that the magic > smoke wants out as well > > Fred > VE3FAL > > Sent f

[Elecraft] K60XV option

2018-06-26 Thread Brian Denley
Any issues adding this option to a K2/100 set up in the ‘twins’ configuration? ( KPA100 and KAT100 in separate EC2) Thanks Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] ACC1 via Bluetooth HC05 instead of KXSER ?

2018-06-19 Thread Brian Denley
Rod: Correct. Hc05 is Bluetooth 2.0. The Hm10 is BLE. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 19, 2018, at 9:22 PM, Rod Hardman wrote: > > Running a similar configuration for field Day with KX2, FT8 and a Piglet. > It’s a great device and integrates With Pignology’s excellent Hamlog

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Build: Requesting Tips and Tricks

2018-06-15 Thread Brian Denley
Scott: Get some magnification aid: binocular microscope, magnifying lamp, etc. Some of those parts are pretty small and solder joints need to be inspected. Good lighting is a must as well as an anti static mat. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 15, 2018, at 2:14 PM, hawley, charles j

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Speculation

2018-02-06 Thread Brian Denley
Sounds like the current Flex and Maestro. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Feb 6, 2018, at 4:17 PM, Joseph Trombino, Jr <w...@bellsouth.net> wrote: > > Howdy Gang. > > My prediction for a new Elecraft product is the K4. > > A full sized/featured 160M-6M SD

Re: [Elecraft] Who would spend 30 hours+ building an Elecraft K2? (plus: special pricing)

2018-01-26 Thread Brian Denley
Most fun I had in a long time. I was kinda sad when I completed to kit. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jan 26, 2018, at 6:16 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > Who would spend 30 hours+ building an Elecraft K2? Well, me, for one. > I built the very first K2, not long after

Re: [Elecraft] PROGRESSIVE TUNING RATE

2018-01-02 Thread Brian Denley
My old Kenwood R-5000 receiver (1990?) also does this. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jan 2, 2018, at 9:28 AM, Ryan O'Connor wrote: > > Oh man! That’s awesome! > > Ryan > KM4ZZW > > Sent from my mobile device. Expect strange words and horrendous misspelling. >

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

2017-11-07 Thread Brian Denley
There were over 55,000 R-390A receivers built. Not sure how many non-A units were made. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 7, 2017, at 7:56 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: > > We know that the K3 sold nearly 10,000, so add in the K3S sales, and that is > more than

Re: [Elecraft] K2 20 watt internal tuner

2017-09-26 Thread Brian Denley
Or you can use the ‘twins’ configuration of the K2/100: with the KPA100 and the KAT100 in a separate EC2, you have a 100 watt rig with a 100 watt tuner. Unplug the K2 from the EC2 and you have a 20 watt QRP rig with a 20 watt tuner. It’s that easy. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Sep

Re: [Elecraft] Receiver Similaritie"

2017-09-03 Thread Brian Denley
The HRO 500 was my dream receiver as a young guy but unaffordable for a teenager. That one had a digital display and was all solid state. Around 1967 or so. The old building that housed the National Radio plant is still there about a mile from where I live. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my

Re: [Elecraft] mic

2017-06-11 Thread Brian Denley
I agree on the Koss. It cost me less than $40 and audio reports are all good. BTW, I also like my old Astatic 10DA on SSB. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 11, 2017, at 3:55 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: > > >> On 6/11/2017 2:45 PM, kevino z wrote: >> Although

Re: [Elecraft] mic

2017-06-11 Thread Brian Denley
Bob: I actually need the preamp with some mics, especially the dynamics I don't have a K3. My K2 doesn't have much mic gain. My other rigs do. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 11, 2017, at 9:29 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > On Jim's points, I fully agree.

Re: [Elecraft] mic

2017-06-11 Thread Brian Denley
Agreed Jim but I haven't spent much money on any of the mic stuff and I also used a cheap ($40) headset rather frequently. I do, however, prefer the dynamic mics. The condensers that I have tried seem to pick up way too much background noise. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 11,

Re: [Elecraft] mic

2017-06-10 Thread Brian Denley
on the phantom power. 73s Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 10, 2017, at 11:58 PM, Clay Autery <caut...@montac.com> wrote: > > Well, it DOES take some fiddling to get it all the way it needs to be. > First thing is to make sure it is set for Cardoid and not OMNI... Th

Re: [Elecraft] mic

2017-06-10 Thread Brian Denley
Tried both condenser and dynamic. I have settled on the dynamic (mxl bcd-1) as it picks up a lot less background sounds. The condensers work very well but even pick up my wife talking the the dog downstairs! I do use a noise gate and preamp. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jun 10,

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 transistor complement

2017-05-05 Thread Brian Denley
Damn! I was hoping it was the s... Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 5, 2017, at 1:15 PM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft > wrote: > > LDMOS. > > 73, > Eric > /elecraft.com/ > >> On 5/5/2017 9:06 AM, wa4fom via Elecraft wrote: >> Any word on the transistors

Re: [Elecraft] Should we expect something new in Dayton?

2017-05-02 Thread Brian Denley
Agreed. While I understand surface mount components have made kits harder to support, building the K2 was some of the most fun I have had in ham radio. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 2, 2017, at 8:11 PM, Harry Yingst via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hopefully

Re: [Elecraft] If you're going to Visalia ...

2017-04-20 Thread Brian Denley
nty DM09dn > > > >> On 4/20/2017 8:20 PM, Brian Denley wrote: >> Let's see: the ALS-1306 is $2800 without a tuner for price comparison for a >> 1500 watt solid state amp, but the PowerGenius is $7000. Prom

Re: [Elecraft] If you're going to Visalia ...

2017-04-20 Thread Brian Denley
Correcting myself: the ALS-1306 is only 1200 watts. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Apr 20, 2017, at 11:20 PM, Brian Denley <b.den...@comcast.net> wrote: > > Let's see: the ALS-1306 is $2800 without a tuner for price comparison for a > 1500 watt solid state amp, b

Re: [Elecraft] If you're going to Visalia ...

2017-04-20 Thread Brian Denley
Let's see: the ALS-1306 is $2800 without a tuner for price comparison for a 1500 watt solid state amp, but the PowerGenius is $7000. Prometheus is even higher. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Apr 20, 2017, at 8:54 PM, charlie carroll wrote: > > well, and then

Re: [Elecraft] A little theory

2017-04-16 Thread Brian Denley
Both brilliant men but I have to say that I enjoyed Feynman's lectures more. Susskind is tougher for me to listen to. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Apr 16, 2017, at 3:38 PM, Phil Hystad wrote: > > Yes, off topic but then my interest in Mathematical Physics comes

Re: [Elecraft] The market for Full Kit Radios?

2017-02-12 Thread Brian Denley
There are a lot of K2s out there... Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad >> On 02/12/2017 03:28 PM, Ray Sills wrote: >> Not to rain on anyone’s parade, but I’d wager you would need at least >> several hundred, maybe thousands more serious buyers, for it to be >> financi

Re: [Elecraft] The market for Full Kit Radios?

2017-02-12 Thread Brian Denley
I'd love a matching panadaptor kit for my K2 ! Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Feb 12, 2017, at 3:11 PM, Kevin - K4VD <ke...@k4vd.net> wrote: > > Hey Harry... I hope you don't mind if I toss another idea out there. It has > to do with a conversation going on in anot

Re: [Elecraft] Building a K2, Does anyime have a set of rework e

2017-01-27 Thread Brian Denley
I any case I do have a spare Rework Eliminator set if you want it. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] K2 / DSP

2016-12-24 Thread Brian Denley
Mike: I like it! I didn't think the DSP was addressable. How do I get a copy to try it out? I have Win7 and OSX here. Thanks Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 24, 2016, at 1:44 PM, Mike Markowski <mike.ab...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I had trouble remembering

Re: [Elecraft] Checking VFO accuracy using WWV

2016-12-18 Thread Brian Denley
Thanks to all for the explanations. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 18, 2016, at 8:46 AM, brian <als...@comcast.net> wrote: > > Expectations may be too high. > > All these WWV methods assume there is no Doppler shift present on the WWV > signal.

Re: [Elecraft] Sync AM and checking VFO accuracy using WWV

2016-12-17 Thread Brian Denley
Fred, Don: I ask because I am curious. On any older receiver, calibration at 20 MHz would not guarantee cal below that ( or at any other frequency ). One could be 5 hz high at 30 MHz but 10 hz low at 7 MHz. Why is the K3 different? Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 17, 2

Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

2016-12-06 Thread Brian Denley
Same here. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Dec 6, 2016, at 9:15 AM, Russ Tobolic <eru...@att.net> wrote: > > The Koss SB45 has been working great for me and cheaper than the CM500. You > can get them on Amazon for less than $30. Russ, N3CO > >

Re: [Elecraft] Chinese Filters on eBay

2016-11-02 Thread Brian Denley
How's the performance? Anyone try one? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 2, 2016, at 4:24 PM, Phil Wheeler wrote: > > > Yes, from Oct 18; perhaps this is it: > > - > > Hi, > > beware of purchasing the IF Crystal filters on eBay... > >

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Poor sensitivity

2016-09-30 Thread Brian Denley
Nice work Paul. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Sep 30, 2016, at 10:41 AM, Radiobeamer wrote: > > Hi All, > > Firstly, thanks for all of your help. I checked the RFCs on the SSB board > as per Steve's suggestion and they were OK, although my problem was quite >

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 SDR MAC

2016-09-15 Thread Brian Denley
Plugging any iPad into a powered USB plug will actively charge the iPad batteries. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Sep 15, 2016, at 10:40 AM, Fred Moore wrote: > > Michael, I installed iSDR and ordered to lightning to USB adapter from > apple, it will be here tomorrow..

Re: [Elecraft] Heath kit and the Lazarus Loop

2016-08-09 Thread Brian Denley
Still have my Heathkit ET-3400 and ETA-3400. Learned 6800 assembly language on that pair before moving up to a OSI C1-P. It would be great to see Heathkit back to something fun. I was bummed when my K2/100 rig was finished. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Aug 9, 2016, at 7:08 PM, Lewis

Re: [Elecraft] Headset

2016-05-26 Thread Brian Denley
I use the Koss SB45 headset. Works very well. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 26, 2016, at 10:14 AM, Mike Harris <mike.har...@horizon.co.fk> wrote: > > Hi, > > If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a suitable > subs

Re: [Elecraft] KAt100 power on question

2016-05-25 Thread Brian Denley
Made the same mistake. You need both power cables hooked up: one to the KAT100 and one to the K2. You can use a 'Y' cable to power both. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On May 25, 2016, at 8:47 PM, mjpilgrim wrote: > > I recently purchased a used KAT100. Not sure

Re: [Elecraft] K2/100 and KAT2

2016-04-15 Thread Brian Denley
Ted: You might look into building the K2/100 in the 'Twins' configuration. To switch from 100 watts to qrp just requires disconnection the power amp box. This configuration allows the KAT2 to be used along with the high power tuner. I built mine that way and it works very well. Brian

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

2016-02-12 Thread Brian Denley
Or buy a microphone adaptor on EBay. You can find any type you need there. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Feb 12, 2016, at 7:47 PM, Bill wrote: > > Rewire the mic plug - just remember it is - from then on - only to be used on > your K3. It is a 10 minute job - very

Re: [Elecraft] suggested PC???

2016-01-05 Thread Brian Denley
> Microsoft fixed a whole lot of things like an incredibly bad GUI from Win8 > and has made it easier to roam around and find things. > > 73, > Barry > K3NDM > > -- Original Message -- > From: "Brian Denley" <b.den...@comcast.net> > To: "

Re: [Elecraft] suggested PC???

2016-01-05 Thread Brian Denley
My i7 iMac runs Windows 7 as well as OSX. With 32 Gb of memory, I can run any Windows or Apple applications. I don't have a K3 but the iMac runs my K2 and FT-950 applications with no issues whatsoever. I can upgrade to Win 10 for free but I dislike it very much. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my

Re: [Elecraft] K2 MAB board progress

2015-11-21 Thread Brian Denley
Again I definitely want a set. I will pay up front if you need the money first. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 21, 2015, at 7:50 PM, Doug Shields <w4...@comcast.net> wrote: > > Hello everyone, > > I wanted to give everyone an update on the K2 Mi

Re: [Elecraft] IMA boards?

2015-11-10 Thread Brian Denley
Looked but I only have a couple of spare Rework Eliminator card sets if anyone needs one. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 10, 2015, at 12:36 PM, Reuben Popp <reuben.p...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hey all, > > In light of my recent question regarding MAB boa

Re: [Elecraft] MAB boards for the K2?

2015-11-04 Thread Brian Denley
I'm interested. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 4, 2015, at 5:55 PM, Doug Shields <w4...@comcast.net> wrote: > > Rueben, > I brokered the last bunch of MAB boards. All have been sold. If there > is interest, we can make another run of boards. I thi

Re: [Elecraft] MAB boards for the K2?

2015-11-04 Thread Brian Denley
I would like one as well if you have enough. Brian KB1VBF Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Nov 4, 2015, at 6:58 PM, Reuben Popp <reuben.p...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi Byron > > I would like at least one at the bare minimum however if you have a minimum > order

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S Pin 1 question

2015-09-14 Thread Brian Denley
I agree with Don as well here. I use a Behringer Shark DSP110 which has both balanced XLR and 1/4 inch mono inputs and outputs that can be set to line or mic levels. It also provides a noise gate and mic gain if you need it. You can stay balanced as far as you want. It was ~$50 used. Brian

Re: [Elecraft] OT - RX Active Multicoupler Diagrams/Design

2015-09-13 Thread Brian Denley
I built this one a few years ago and it's been terrific: http://www.w8zr.net/multicontroller/index.htm Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Sep 13, 2015, at 2:12 PM, Yngvi (TF3Y) wrote: > > Some off-list correspondence with Mel K6KBE and Brian K3KO made me realize > that the

Re: [Elecraft] Icom IC-7300

2015-09-03 Thread Brian Denley
I'm with Chris. I like knobs too but touch screens are here to stay. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Sep 3, 2015, at 9:57 AM, Chris Hallinan wrote: > > I'll add my $0.02. I'm not a huge fan of touch screen for the same reasons > John mentions. However, I would

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: Cleaner audio with Yamaha CM500, also PTT

2015-08-16 Thread Brian Denley
Jim: Don't electrets have to be powered (voltage applied) where dynamics do not? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Aug 16, 2015, at 8:34 PM, Jim Brown j...@audiosystemsgroup.com wrote: For example, Yamaha's own description of the CM500 called it a dynamic mic, while it definitely an

Re: [Elecraft] HP50G

2015-08-04 Thread Brian Denley
I do but still like my old 28s Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Aug 4, 2015, at 2:57 PM, Phil Wheeler w...@socal.rr.com wrote: $73.38 at Amazon now, it appears. 73, Phil W7OX On 8/4/15 10:54 AM, Charles Yahrling wrote: Recently sprung for a 50G after perusing vids at:

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Magic of Radio

2015-07-09 Thread Brian Denley
That was great! Thanks for sharing. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jul 9, 2015, at 4:17 AM, Doug Turnbull turnb...@net1.ie wrote: Dear OMs and Yls, This one was sent me by Barry, W5GN. I think it portrays some of the magic which brought many of us into Ham Radio. You might

[Elecraft] K2/100 twins configuration

2015-05-25 Thread Brian Denley
How does the K2 get it's power when only the high current supply is connected? I ask because sometimes my K2 doesn't - unless I connect a supply to the K2 directly. Is it through the KIO2? I also notice that when the power is lower the 11 watts, the SWR lights on my KAT100 do not light - but

[Elecraft] KPA-100 never mind

2015-05-22 Thread Brian Denley
Problem solved. The K2 tune mode was limiting me to 20 watts (embarrassed). Once past that I get high power like I expected. Thanks anyway! Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] New K2 build.

2015-04-22 Thread Brian Denley
You should have soldered them in 'as is'. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Apr 22, 2015, at 10:49 AM, Thomas Skinner tom.n...@gmail.com wrote: As I prepare to build my second k2, my mind drifts back to the hours I spent with the little ceramic caps. They all had the bonding

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: Package Shipped to You

2015-04-03 Thread Brian Denley
What is it Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Apr 3, 2015, at 4:47 PM, John Seney w...@me.com wrote: Best, John Seney 603 785-2413 www.wd1v.com Begin forwarded message: Date: April 3, 2015 at 1:25:41 PM EDT From: Elecraft Shipping shipp...@elecraft.com Reply-To:

Re: [Elecraft] KPA100 and KAT100 in EC2 - is replacement of L1 on AUX2 necessary?

2015-03-26 Thread Brian Denley
Ken and Don: I am interested in this as well. My KAT100 is complete in the EC-2 and I just started the KPA100 build today. I'm sure I have a few spare toroid cores around here. How do I tell if they are the ones specified by Don? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Mar 26, 2015, at 7:57 AM,

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Settings Retrieval Software

2015-03-08 Thread Brian Denley
Nice programs for the K2! I hope he finishes the filter settings program. That looks very handy. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Mar 8, 2015, at 4:39 AM, Sverre Holm (LA3ZA) la...@nrrl.no wrote: I just wanted to remind the list of the AB3AP software found on http://udel.edu/~mm

Re: [Elecraft] K2 SSB Performance Improvement

2015-02-10 Thread Brian Denley
is in this model). There were some K2 mods related to the SSB bandwidth, but these were not so much audio, if I understand the question -- though they would impact the audio. 73, Phil W7OX On 2/9/15 8:33 PM, Brian Denley wrote: George et al: Did Elecraft ever adopt these (or any other) K2 SSB

Re: [Elecraft] K2 SSB Performance Improvement

2015-02-09 Thread Brian Denley
the question -- though they would impact the audio. 73, Phil W7OX On 2/9/15 8:33 PM, Brian Denley wrote: George et al: Did Elecraft ever adopt these (or any other) K2 SSB audio changes? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Feb 9, 2015, at 10:32 PM, George Winship, NC5G gwwa5...@hotmail.com

Re: [Elecraft] K2 SSB Performance Improvement

2015-02-09 Thread Brian Denley
George et al: Did Elecraft ever adopt these (or any other) K2 SSB audio changes? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Feb 9, 2015, at 10:32 PM, George Winship, NC5G gwwa5...@hotmail.com wrote: Thanks for posting this, Ray. I also was getting those kind of reports on my K2. I was able to get

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K2

2015-01-04 Thread Brian Denley
setting set on Auto. I believe that if the K2 detects the KAT100 it will use it instead of the KAT2. Mike KI0HA On 1/3/2015 23:42, Brian Denley wrote: I am building a KAT100 and KPA100 in an separate EC2 housing. There used to be some websites with details on this arrangement but I

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K2

2015-01-04 Thread Brian Denley
of the KIO2, the computer connection part of that connector will not be functional when mounted in the EC2 enclosure. Computer communications must be from the KIO2. 73, Don W3FPR On 1/4/2015 12:42 AM, Brian Denley wrote: I am building a KAT100 and KPA100 in an separate EC2 housing

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K2

2015-01-04 Thread Brian Denley
is only functional when the KPA100 is mounted on the base K2 (with the external mounting, there are no TXD and RXD signals sent to the KPA100). So you get your computer communications from the KIO2, and not from the KPA100. 73, Don W3FPR On 1/4/2015 6:08 PM, Brian Denley wrote: Don

Re: [Elecraft] Bluetooth serial interface for K2, etc

2015-01-03 Thread Brian Denley
Jim: Are you planning to sell kits with pcbs? Thanks Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jan 3, 2015, at 11:49 AM, n...@juno.com wrote: I picked up some more parts, enough to make a few (10) more Bluetooth serial interfaces. These are designed for the K2/KIO2, but can be used with K3 or

[Elecraft] Elecraft K2

2015-01-03 Thread Brian Denley
I am building a KAT100 and KPA100 in an separate EC2 housing. There used to be some websites with details on this arrangement but I can no longer find them. As I understand things, the KPA100 / KAT100 will operate from the KIOS cable but do I need to disable my KAT2? Thanks for any advice.

Re: [Elecraft] OT: 24 HR stand-alone shack clocks

2014-11-27 Thread Brian Denley
Great work Dave! That's terrific. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Nov 27, 2014, at 5:02 AM, David Anderson gm4...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: For decades I used a homebuilt LED shack clock using a GI clock chip AY5-1224. It used the mains frequency for time keeping so the long term accuracy

Re: [Elecraft] Bluetooth serial interface for K2/KIO2

2014-07-25 Thread Brian Denley
I'm interested. Nice idea! Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jul 25, 2014, at 6:00 PM, John Cooper w...@gt.rr.com wrote: Very nice! My thing is I'm using that port for the kat100 tuner. If it could be wired directly to kpa100 serial and left inside the k2/100 that would be perfect.

Re: [Elecraft] RF in the Trees

2014-06-27 Thread Brian Denley
I also have one of their fan dipoles: full size 40, full size 20 with coils and more wire on the ends that gives me shortened 80. Excellent quality! Great price. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jun 27, 2014, at 6:16 AM, Gerry leary gerrylear...@icloud.com wrote: Thanks very much for

Re: [Elecraft] Way OT - The Metric System is Inevitable

2014-06-23 Thread Brian Denley
Engineering was metric (MKS) in the late 60s when I got my degree. Sure we did some calculations with feet and inches by mostly it was meters, kilograms, etc. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jun 22, 2014, at 11:06 PM, Dauer, Edward eda...@law.du.edu wrote: Three of the more important

Re: [Elecraft] K3 assembly photo log.

2014-06-05 Thread Brian Denley
Thanks Eric. I enjoyed going through your photos! Brian KB1VBF (jealous K2 owner) Sent from my iPad On Jun 6, 2014, at 12:41 AM, Eric Ross e...@evross.com wrote: I did a photo log of my assembly of the K3 (S/N 8312) this last month. I sure enjoyed the build.

Re: [Elecraft] Computers in the Stone Age

2014-05-28 Thread Brian Denley
No your history is not correct. The apple II was available by at least '78 using apple DOS. A few years later MSDOS was created out of desperation by MS when IBM ( for the upcoming IBM PC) wouldn't buy their languages ( MS' only product) unless it came with an operating system, something MS

Re: [Elecraft] Stereo CW on the K3?

2014-04-02 Thread Brian Denley
The Timewave DSP-599zx also has a similar stereo panoramic feature. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Apr 2, 2014, at 8:04 PM, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com wrote: The K3 had it first - try setting AFX MD to BIN. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/2/2014 7:53 PM, Randy Farmer wrote: I

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Miscellaneous Accessory Board Project

2014-03-19 Thread Brian Denley
Tom: Please add me to those interested if you order another batch. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Mar 19, 2014, at 5:59 PM, Thomas Taylor li...@comcast.net wrote: On Sun, 16 Mar 2014 11:46:19 -0700 Thomas Taylor li...@comcast.net wrote: On Sun, 9 Mar 2014 17:50:11 -0700 Thomas

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and AL600 hook up.

2014-03-14 Thread Brian Denley
Sent from my iPad On Mar 14, 2014, at 2:30 PM, Stan Grigaliunas sgrig...@columbus.rr.com wrote: I have my K3 hooked up to the AL600 and it works great. Now I would like to add the auto band switching. Has anyone done this and how does it work out? Did you home brew the cables or is

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and AL600 hook up.

2014-03-14 Thread Brian Denley
Stan: Use the ARI-500. This guy builds specific custom cables for your setup: http://www.stores.ebay.com/id=13270308 I just ordered one for my FT-950 and ALS-500 / ARI-500. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Mar 14, 2014, at 2:30 PM, Stan Grigaliunas sgrig...@columbus.rr.com wrote: I have

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - need a desktop keypad

2014-02-19 Thread Brian Denley
Nick: I like it! Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Feb 19, 2014, at 7:29 PM, Nick Garner nwgar...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Bill and everyone else, Following up on this email, I got the prototype boards and and assembled one and it's working like a champ. Here's a demo video of what I'm calling

Re: [Elecraft] Astatic D-104 Microphone

2014-01-27 Thread Brian Denley
My favorite is the D-104 base with the Astatic 10-DA dynamic head. Sounds very nice. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Jan 28, 2014, at 12:49 AM, Hank Garretson w...@arrl.net wrote: On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 5:29 PM, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com wrote: The D-104 is still a great

Re: [Elecraft] k2 #7377

2013-11-06 Thread Brian Denley
DON: Does your bug have a stereo jack? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Nov 6, 2013, at 11:21 PM, haircut...@verizon.net haircut...@verizon.net wrote: Hello folks, built my k2 around this time last year. And with the help from Don (w3fpr). got it working like gang-busters. Been

Re: [Elecraft] Wounded Warrior - Ham Operator

2013-08-20 Thread Brian Denley
Nice! Sent from my iPad On Aug 20, 2013, at 9:36 PM, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com wrote: Hi, Eric and Wayne have offered a 50% discount on a new KPA100 and KAT100-2 for this project -- Thank you Elecraft. I will be doing the building at no cost. We have 2 solid contributions of

Re: [Elecraft] Wounded Warrior - Ham Operator

2013-08-20 Thread Brian Denley
I have a Bencher paddle he's welcome to. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Aug 20, 2013, at 9:57 PM, Buddy Brannan bu...@brannan.name wrote: Unfortunately, I can’t contribute just now (too much month, you know), but definitely want to help as well. I love that he’s interested in learning

Re: [Elecraft] What is next from Elecraft?

2013-08-19 Thread Brian Denley
I may be in the minority but I would like another high end kit that will provide as much fun and satisfaction as the K2 gave me. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Aug 19, 2013, at 10:03 PM, george fritkin georgefrit...@yahoo.com wrote: Perhaps the next new thing isn#x27;t a thing but a new

Re: [Elecraft] Astatic D104 amplified mic

2013-08-15 Thread Brian Denley
Brian: Is that with the crystal element or did you replace it? Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad On Aug 15, 2013, at 5:20 PM, Brian North br...@chirpytom.plus.com wrote: Hello Steve. (K6SAB) and all those great, helpful Elecrafter's, both builders and users alike. I certainly operate my

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