Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Spur/Birdie on CW Receive

2024-06-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
On Jun 19, 2024, at 10:00 AM, James Bennett wrote: > > Wow - this is strange! I posted this last week and got an answer fairly > quickly - it was a setting in the tech mode menu that resolved it. Thought it > was all done. Then this morning around 08:30 local time I got a couple > m

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Spur/Birdie on CW Receive

2024-06-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
rejection. I >> have not looked at the instructions to do it but you will need a 160-6 >> signal source. If you don't have one you can use my XG3. The instructions >> should be on the elecraft website. >> >> 73 >> Greg >> >> &

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Spur/Birdie on CW Receive

2024-06-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
That should have been MFJ 1708B-SDR. > On Jun 14, 2024, at 6:50 PM, James Bennett wrote: > > Folks - > > I’ve got my KX3 connected via an MFJ 178B-SDR switch to my computer running > SDR++. This gives me a nice BIG pan adapter display on my monitor. Additional > softwa

[Elecraft] KX3 Spur/Birdie on CW Receive

2024-06-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Folks - I’ve got my KX3 connected via an MFJ 178B-SDR switch to my computer running SDR++. This gives me a nice BIG pan adapter display on my monitor. Additional software syncs the KX3 with SDR++ and RumLogNG - a logging program. Anyway, When I have the KX3 in CW mode, I see a birdie or spur (

Re: [Elecraft] TS-890 vs K4D performance?

2023-10-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Rude, to say the least. > On Oct 23, 2023, at 9:22 AM, Clay Autery wrote: > > I don't come to this list to talk about Kenwood. Please take your Kenwoo0d > stuff to another list. Groups.io, etc... > > Clay E. Autery, Jr. > KY5G > > On 10/22/2023 10:17 PM, Wes wrote: >> Like you I own a K3

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Two Balun Designs Unun Units

2023-10-14 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The 9135sw has been sold. The 64131e is still available. > On Oct 14, 2023, at 12:39 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Still cleaning out stuff from the shack that has had little use and needs to > go. > > I have two Balun Designs Unun units for sale. >

[Elecraft] FS: OT: Two Balun Designs Unun Units

2023-10-14 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Still cleaning out stuff from the shack that has had little use and needs to go. I have two Balun Designs Unun units for sale. First is their model 9135sw, which is a 5kW 9:1 (450 to 50 ohms) unit. It has side posts and a bottom SO-239 coax connector. It has been used for perhaps 10 minutes. It

Re: [Elecraft] Misc QRP Stuff

2023-10-05 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The remaining two KXUSB cables have been spoken for. QRP Guys Tuner still here. > On Oct 5, 2023, at 9:23 AM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > As of 09:22 this morning (Mountain Time) only the QRP Guys Antenna Tuner and > two of the KXUSB cables are left. &g

Re: [Elecraft] Misc QRP Stuff

2023-10-05 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
ontact me me direct via email if you want info and/or to avoid the rush over there. :-) Jim / K7TXA > On Oct 4, 2023, at 9:16 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > For those of you with keen eyes, I just sold my KPA500 and KAT500 combo, as > I’m cleaning out stuff I no l

Re: [Elecraft] Misc QRP Stuff

2023-10-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The PAE-Kx33 power supply and ONE of the KXUSB cables have been sold. Other equipment still available… > On Oct 4, 2023, at 9:16 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > For those of you with keen eyes, I just sold my KPA500 and KAT500 combo, as > I’m cleaning out stuff

[Elecraft] FS: Misc QRP Stuff

2023-10-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
For those of you with keen eyes, I just sold my KPA500 and KAT500 combo, as I’m cleaning out stuff I no longer use. Here are a few more things for sale: Pro Audio Engineering PAE-Kx33 Low-RFI power supply. Works very, very well with the KX1, KX2, and KX3 - I used this with a KX2 and KX3 over the

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 / KAT500 Combo

2023-10-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The amp and tuner have been sold. Thanks for your interest. > On Oct 4, 2023, at 4:27 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Time to clean house of items that are rarely used. I’m selling my KPA500 > (serial # 3645) and KAT500 (serial #2726). Both were built by me a few y

[Elecraft] FS: KPA500 / KAT500 Combo

2023-10-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Time to clean house of items that are rarely used. I’m selling my KPA500 (serial # 3645) and KAT500 (serial #2726). Both were built by me a few years ago and work perfectly. I started out using them with a K3, then a K4D, and most recently a Kenwood TS-890. Both the tuner and the amp work perfec

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Fan Question

2023-05-14 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
d that burns energy. That’s why > the fan is running. > > > > > -Original Message- > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On > Behalf Of James Bennett via Elecraft > Sent: Sunday, May 14, 2023 12:24 PM > To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector > Subje

[Elecraft] KPA500 Fan Question

2023-05-14 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Got a question (problem?) regarding the fan in my KPA500. I'm driving the amp at 29 watts from a Kenwood TS-890S. The amp is connected to a KAT500, which in turn is hooked to a 30 foot tall Zerofive flagpole vertical. The tuner has provided me with a nice 1.2:1 SWR, as displayed on the amp. The

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft-K4] K4D with KAT4 Tuner

2023-05-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
> On May 2, 2023, at 12:13 PM, James Bennett - W6JHB via groups.io > wrote: > > Folks, > > After a lot of “should I / shouldn’t I” discussions with myself I’ve come to > the conclusion that I probably should let go of my K4D, serial number 636. It > has the KAT4 inter

[Elecraft] FS: K4D / Kat4

2023-05-02 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Dang - forgot to mention - reply off-list to me: k7...@arrl.net Thanks! Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID SKCC #10447 B.U.G. #301 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraf

[Elecraft] FS: K4D with KAT4 Tuner

2023-05-02 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Folks, After a lot of “should I / shouldn’t I” discussions with myself I’ve come to the conclusion that I probably should let go of my K4D, serial number 636. It has the KAT4 internal auto-tuner in it. It was put into service in April of 2022 and has been here at my home, in a non-smoking envir

Re: [Elecraft] Running high power

2022-11-22 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Al - I’m not on the RFI reflector, but wanted to give you a quick reply here, since it in a way does involve Elecraft things. I have a K4D, KPA500, KAT500 and run RG-213 to a 30 foot tall Zerofive Flagpole vertical in the back yard - 10 various length radials. I put isolation transformers on eac

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] K3 MacOS M1 Mini

2022-09-24 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
David, I used a K3 up until about three months ago on my Mac Mini (intel-powered) with no problems at all. The K3 was sold and now the Mini is connected to a K4D, which also plays well on the platform. My Mini has 32GB on non-Apple Ram and the hard drive (SSD) is 1TB. OS is Monterey 12.5.1 Lik

Re: [Elecraft] switchbox KX3 to signalink/mike+headphones

2022-07-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
For sure - I’d like to switch my Yamaha CM-500 headset between my K4D and an Icom IC-705. I currently have to use two separate headsets - a PITA to say the least. Jim / K7TXA > On Jul 23, 2022, at 5:26 PM, Julia Tuttle wrote: > > I would be interested in such a gadget too! And it's not (just)

Re: [Elecraft] Stacking KPA on KAT

2022-07-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Paul, That’s exactly the way I’ve had my pair set up for years - works great. Jim / K7TXA > On Jul 23, 2022, at 9:33 AM, Paul Ecker wrote: > > I am re-arranging the shack desk. Is anyone stacking the KPA500 on top of > the KAT 500? Any weight or heat issues ? Or is it ok to do? > > 73 Paul w2

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft repair

2022-07-20 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
That poster must be mistaken. I reported an issue with my KPA500 on Monday and got an RSA for it the next day. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Jul 20, 2022, at 11:58 AM, James Bennett wrote: > > That poster must be mistaken. I reported an issue with my KPA500 on Monday > an

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 / 270V ERR

2022-07-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
m the top. >> >> Bruce, WB6IZG >> >> On Sun, Jul 17, 2022 at 2:51 PM James Bennett via Elecraft < >> elecraft@mailman.qth.net <mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net>> wrote: >> >>> Hi - I’ve had my KPA500 serial number 3645 for several years a

[Elecraft] KPA500 / 270V ERR

2022-07-17 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Hi - I’ve had my KPA500 serial number 3645 for several years and until today have had zero problems with it. Previously it was driven by a K3; currently (until today!) a K4D. Last time I used it, it worked great. Today I powered it on after having it off for several days and when I went to Opera

[Elecraft] OT FS Mosley Mini-32-AW HF Yagi - New In Box

2022-07-05 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Hi folks, A few months ago I posted this antenna for sale but got no takers. I still have it and would really like to get it sold and out of my garage. Here is my original post, slightly edited: "I’m selling a brand new, never out of the box Mosley Mini-32-AW two element yagi. The antenna cove

Re: [Elecraft] WTB: K4

2022-06-20 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Very true, but worth asking. That is exactly how I managed to get my K4D #636 last month. The one I had on order was scheduled for a Nov-Dec delivery and one came up for sale here on the reflector. It took me about 2 microseconds to reply and claim it. Glad I did - it is a pleasure to use. And I

Re: [Elecraft] Collecting stamps vs. seashells -- and why this is not wildly O.T.

2022-06-07 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
I can certainly relate to the parallels. I’ve been US stamp collected (and now online dealer) since age eight. My collection now is at the point where adding just about any stamp to a blank spot could run close to what it would take to buy a used car. Thus, the poor collection is opened only occ

Re: [Elecraft] Tascam US-125M USB Sound Card for K3/K3S

2022-05-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
ase use your favorite > "retail" DX cluster. > On 5/19/2022 3:42 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft wrote: >> Didn’t get any offers on this sound card when I listed it before, so >> lowering price and trying again… >> >> I have no need for this Tascam sound ca

[Elecraft] FS: Tascam US-125M USB Sound Card for K3/K3S

2022-05-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Didn’t get any offers on this sound card when I listed it before, so lowering price and trying again… I have no need for this Tascam sound card. I used it for years to run digital modes (JT65, JT9, FT8, PSK31) with the K3, a KX3, and a KX2. Works great! Included is the Tascam in the original bo

Re: [Elecraft] Support email

2022-05-13 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
I can tell you that at least one of them is checking their email this week. On Wednesday late afternoon I sent an email question about my K4D and within two hours got a reply. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On May 13, 2022, at 1:50 PM, Tim N9PUZ wrote: > > I would just call them if there w

[Elecraft] OT / FS: Tascam US-125M USB Mixer / Sound Card

2022-05-11 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Now that my K3/P3 combo has been sold and I have a shiny new K4D, I have no need for this Tascam sound card. I used it for years to run digital modes (JT65, JT9, FT8, PSK31) with the K3, a KX3, and a KX2. Works great! Included is the Tascam in the original box, a pair of audio cables (RCA connec

Re: [Elecraft] PayPal holding payment. (Follow up)

2022-05-08 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
However, one must take things with a grain of salt… my wife and I have used Facebook Marketplace over the past two years and are very happy with it. Not sure I’d buy something off of it without seeing / touching it, though. Prior to our move to Idaho in 2021 we had literally a ton of “stuff” we

Re: [Elecraft] K3/P3 Combo

2022-05-07 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The package has been sold - thanks for considering my K3/P3. 73, Jim / K7TXA > On May 6, 2022, at 6:50 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > My new K4D has arrived! Thus, selling my trusty K3/100 and P3 combo. The K3 > is serial number 4359 and was built by me as a

[Elecraft] FS: K3/P3 Combo

2022-05-06 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
My new K4D has arrived! Thus, selling my trusty K3/100 and P3 combo. The K3 is serial number 4359 and was built by me as a kit. The P3 is serial number 878 and was also built by me as a kit. Both have been in nearly daily operation since being “born”. They’ve been in a non-smoking environment si

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Data Mode Questions

2022-05-06 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
t; > Set WJTX to near max output. Use TX>LIN IN. I have it at 50. MIC has no > effect on the drive (ALC change) as it did on the K3. My Audio Midi setting > is .56 both channels. > > GL - Steve WB6RSE > >> On May 6, 2022, at 1:25 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft >&g

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Data Mode Questions

2022-05-06 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
ve power > slider in WSJT-X all the way up. > > Hope this helps! > Dave wo2x > > > -Original Message- > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net > <mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net> <mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net>> On Behalf

[Elecraft] K4 Data Mode Questions

2022-05-06 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Two questions on using my new K4D for data mode, specifically, FT8. First, with both VFOs set to DATA mode, no matter what I do I am only able to get two bars on the ALC meter. I read in the operator’s guide that I should keep it under the “5” mark. On my K3, I always kept four solid bars and th

Re: [Elecraft] For Sale: K4D and KAT4 tuner.

2022-05-03 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
David, I will take it if it is still available. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On May 3, 2022, at 10:47 AM, David Deelstra wrote: > > Due to financial problems, I am selling my unused K4D and KAT4 tuner. Unit is > still in unopemed box. Outer box was opened to remove packing list, inner bo

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: Elecraft T1 Tuner - Assembled

2022-04-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Folks, the T1 has been sold - thanks to all who responded. I’ll probably have more goodies to post in the near future. > On Apr 4, 2022, at 11:07 AM, James Bennett wrote: > > Got another item in the shack that has moved to my “un-needed at this time” > list: an Elecraft T1 tuner,

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: Elecraft T1 Tuner - Assembled

2022-04-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Just for clarification - this T1 was not factory assembled - I built it from a kit a while back. > On Apr 4, 2022, at 11:07 AM, James Bennett wrote: > > Got another item in the shack that has moved to my “un-needed at this time” > list: an Elecraft T1 tuner, with printed manual

[Elecraft] OT FS: Elecraft T1 Tuner - Assembled

2022-04-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Got another item in the shack that has moved to my “un-needed at this time” list: an Elecraft T1 tuner, with printed manual. Works fine, never been out of the house. Non-smoking environment. Take a look at the price of a new one! I’ll sell mine for $185, shipped USPS Priority Mail. Jim / K7TXA

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-04-01 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
No - it does not spontaneously go into transmit more. The problem is that on the non-Elecraft radio, placing the KPA into transmit mode (with a button push on the KPA) drops the non-Elecraft radio’s receive signal tremendously. See Jack’s explanation in an earlier post on what the K3 is doing to

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-04-01 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Chuck, Just gave it a try. No joy, same result - lowered rx signal strength on the IC-705. Jack indicated that the K3 sets the Vcc rail to zero volts on power off, and that is causing the amp to go into Operate mode. I see the following options - 1. Always put the K3 on the same band as the

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-04-01 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Jim, I don’t think this is the same problem as you had. The receive signal on my K3 does NOT drop off when placing the amp in OPER. With my antenna switched over to the IC-705 (not the K3), the received signal does drop off when the amp is placed into OPER mode. Thus, I’m pretty certain that R7

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-04-01 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Well, it looks like there is no simple solution to this dilemma. I was hoping to (easily) be able to use the amp with either rig while both were here in the shack. Pulling the audio cable when I want to use the IC-705 with the amp isn’t practical due to the location of the radio. I changed the “

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-03-31 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Bob - The * appears when I key the K3 and the amp is in operate mode. Likewise if I key the 705 and the amp is in operate mode, with the K3 powered on. If I power off the K3 and place the amp in operate mode WITHOUT KEYING IT, the * appears, so you are correct - the amp thinks it is being keyed

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-03-31 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
I was unable to try Jack’s suggestion of disconnecting the AUXIO cable - doing so made the KPA5000 not able to go into Operate mode. So, I wanted to do the other option he mentioned - changing the “radio” setting of the KPA to Serial or Analog. Unfortunately, I have no idea where that setting is

[Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-03-31 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Having an issue with my KPA500 and a non-elecraft radio. I’ve got an Icom IC-705 connected to my KPA500 and KAT500. By dropping the 705’s output power to 4 watts and pressing Tune on the KAT500 with the amp in OPER mode, I’m able to get the tuner to give me a good match on just about all bands t

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: MFJ-1705H RF Bypass Switch

2022-03-30 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The MFJ switch has been sold. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Mar 30, 2022, at 2:07 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Came across another piece of equipment in the ham shack that is not being > used - an MFJ-1705H High Power RF Bypass Switch. At one time I

[Elecraft] OT FS: MFJ-1705H RF Bypass Switch

2022-03-30 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Came across another piece of equipment in the ham shack that is not being used - an MFJ-1705H High Power RF Bypass Switch. At one time I had used it to switch in or out a receiver front end protector for a diversity receive antenna. Anyway, no need for it at this QTH - so, for sale, it is. A new

[Elecraft] OT FS: Mosley Mini-32-AW HF Yagi - New In Box

2022-03-27 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
I’m selling a brand new, never out of the box Mosley Mini-32-AW two element yagi. The antenna covers 20-17-15-12-10 meters. It is a two element yagi on 20-15-10 and a rotatable dipole on 17 and 12 meters. Boom length is 6 feet. Longest element is 19.7 feet. Weight is only 12.5 pounds. I ordered

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: Elecraft BL2, Alpha Delta Coax Switch

2022-03-27 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Both items have been sold - thanks to all who responded. I will have another item coming up later this afternoon - a Mosley 2-el HF yagi - new, still in the box. Details to come after church and a (ug…) trip to Costco. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Mar 27, 2022, at 11:23 AM, Ja

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: Elecraft BL2, Alpha Delta Coax Switch

2022-03-27 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The Alpha Delta Coax Switch has been sold. The elecraft BL2 Balun is still available. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Mar 27, 2022, at 11:23 AM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Still cleaning out un-needed ham items. Two more things for sale: > > Elecraft

[Elecraft] OT FS: Elecraft BL2, Alpha Delta Coax Switch

2022-03-27 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Still cleaning out un-needed ham items. Two more things for sale: Elecraft BL2 Wideband Balun (assembled), switchable 1:1 or 4:1, with two page assembly/operating manual. Only used once or twice. $30 Alpha Delta 4B 4 Port Coax Switch w/UHF Connectors. ARC-Plug intact, never been fired. Use it

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: Multiple Shack/Rig Accessories

2022-03-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The PWRgate and PIGLET have been sold. Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Mar 23, 2022, at 12:45 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Trying to do some spring cleaning in the shack - hey, it IS spring, right??? > :-) > > Prior to my move out of CA, I had a so

Re: [Elecraft] OT FS: Multiple Shack/Rig Accessories

2022-03-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Forgot to mention - photos available upon request. Let me know off list. And - PayPal is my preferred payment method. My PayPal address is w6...@mac.com <mailto:w6...@mac.com> (that’s my old California call) Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Mar 23, 2022, at 12:45 PM, James Be

[Elecraft] OT FS: Multiple Shack/Rig Accessories

2022-03-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Trying to do some spring cleaning in the shack - hey, it IS spring, right??? :-) Prior to my move out of CA, I had a solar panel in the yard, feeding into the shack where I had a MorningStar PS-15M solar charge controller and a bank of AGM batteries. I also used the KI0BK Low Loss PWRgate sold b

[Elecraft] K3 to K4D "Upgrade": Satisfied?

2022-03-04 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Am considering selling my 10 year old K3 (dual receivers, internal tuner), and P3 and ordering a K4D. If you’ve gone down that path and have received your K4, how do you like it? Are you glad you made the “upgrade”? Do you notice any, if at all, difference in performance? My K3 works fine but I

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Loss in window line [OPINION] [LONG]

2022-01-14 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Al, I don’t disagree with you at all, but I do want to make a comment. After having used coax, “open wire” line, and window line in several locations I think I can add to the discussion. Many folks have antenna tuners that “remember” the L/C combination for “segments” of each band they operate

Re: [Elecraft] RFI

2021-12-19 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Same issue here - our CC&Rs specifically say no outdoor antennas However, another thing to consider is to use a flag pole style antenna. I understand that many states’ laws have provisions that prevent any HOA from denying the installation of a flag pole in one’s yard. I know for a fact that m

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

2021-10-11 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Problem solved - it was simply a matter of upgrading to version 2.5 of WSJT-X. Works fine now. Thanks to all who replied!! Jim Bennett / K7TXA Eagle, ID > On Oct 11, 2021, at 11:31 AM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > Wondering if someone on the lis

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

2021-10-11 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
urdequin, PE > Specialty Heavy Timber Engineer > 828-421-6216 > >> On Oct 11, 2021, at 13:57, James Bennett via Elecraft >> wrote: >> >> Hi Folks, >> >> Wondering if someone on the list might be able to solve this one. I’m using >> a K3 and wh

[Elecraft] K3 / WSJT-X Delayed Transmit

2021-10-11 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Hi Folks, Wondering if someone on the list might be able to solve this one. I’m using a K3 and while CW is my main passion, I do dabble in FT8 occasionally. I’ve noticed that the radio does not start transmitting right at the start of the 15 second FT8 cycle. It will start anywhere from 2 - 5 s

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Acting Wonky

2021-09-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
That’s for sure. And this is a good one to belong to. :-) 73, Jim / K7TXA > On Sep 23, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Lou Mecseri wrote: > > A "community" is smarter than one individual. Hi. > > 73, Lou KE1F > > On 9/23/2021 22:11, James Bennett via Elecraft wrote: >

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Acting Wonky

2021-09-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Bingo! That was it Mike - thanks! With as many cables to hook up with the K-Line (I thought this was wireless radio!) that is one I missed. Hooked up a short BNC cable and now it works. Thanks again! Jim Bennett Eagle, ID > On Sep 23, 2021, at 3:30 PM, Michael Carter wrote: > > Jim, >

[Elecraft] P3 Acting Wonky

2021-09-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Hope someone can help me out on this one. I just moved into a new home, relocating my station from CA to ID. Got the K3/P3/KAT500/KPA500 all hooked up. All was working fine at the previous QTH. Now, the P3 is not showing me any signals. The “signal level” is below S0. I have an IC-705 that I key

[Elecraft] FS: Mosley Mini-32-AW 2-El, 5-Band Yagi

2021-09-07 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Moved to Idaho into a HOA/CCR development last month after having ordered this nice HF yagi. It has a six foot boom, with two elements, max element length is 19.7 feet. It uses two elements on 20, 15, and 10 meters. On 17 and 12 meters it functions as a rotatable dipole. The box has been opened

Re: [Elecraft] Ground Wire & Coax

2021-08-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
o the house, nor CATV - it is all fiber here. Jim / K7TXA > On Aug 23, 2021, at 9:27 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > > On 8/23/2021 6:42 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft wrote: >> Per N.E.C. specs, I need to tie the ground system at the shack entrance to >> the house utility ground

[Elecraft] Ground Wire & Coax

2021-08-23 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Got a question for those folks who are knowledgeable in grounding equipment. I’m installing a Zerofive flagpole antenna in my backyard. There will be several 8’ ground rods at the antenna site. On one side of the house is my shack; on the other side is the home’s utility ground - a Ufer system.

Re: [Elecraft] T1 Tuner Question ?

2021-08-14 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Paul, I believe you should hear a few relays click. If you are connected to a load that the T1 “knows” there may be no click. You can test that by using a different antenna or a dummy load. Jim / K7TXA > On Aug 14, 2021, at 2:21 PM, Paul Ecker wrote: > > I just purchased a T1 Tuner from a fe

Re: [Elecraft] Weird signal on 80m on K3 S/N 642

2021-07-20 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Fred - can you get access to another receiver, preferably not another K3? If you can, then unplug your K3 and see if that signal is present on the other rig. Might help pinpoint if the signal is from within your rig or external. 73, Jim / K7TXA > On Jul 20, 2021, at 4:43 PM, Lyn Norstad wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] K-Line / ZeroFive Antennas

2021-06-28 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
an uncontrolled area like an unfenced front yard or at the edge > of a lot might be problematic. > Lou W7HV > . > >On Monday, June 28, 2021, 2:38:23 PM MDT, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Thanks folks - seems that I’m on the right path on this one. I’m mos

Re: [Elecraft] K-Line / ZeroFive Antennas

2021-06-28 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
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Re: [Elecraft] K-Line / ZeroFive Antennas

2021-06-28 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Hi Craig - Yes, understood about the radials - I’ve had other verticals before and found very good performance - providing a lot of radials are used. I’ve got no problem laying out a LOT of them, as the grass grows pretty fast here in this part of Idaho and will cover them up in no time. We'll b

[Elecraft] K-Line / ZeroFive Antennas

2021-06-28 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Wondering if anyone on this reflector is using their K-Line rig (especially the KAT500) with one of the ZeroFive Flagpole antennas? I’m moving to a new home with HOA/CC&R crap (you know the drill - happy wife, happy life) and am considering the ZeroFive 24 foot, 40-6 meter flagpole antenna. If y

Re: [Elecraft] Heil Pro 7 headset with KX3 - RF feedback?

2021-06-18 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
It seems to depend on the headset being used. I have an IC-705 (my K-line is packed in storage currently) and have tried Bluetooth with it. Using several different BT headsets (Bose QC, Apple Air Pods, Avantree) it was an utter failure on CW. However, I recently got an Srhythm NC35 noise cancell

Re: [Elecraft] T1 Tuner Kit Control Board final check issues

2021-05-25 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
And for the bands to cooperate!! :-) Congrats, Erik. > On May 25, 2021, at 1:01 PM, Erik Tkal wrote: > > Hi Don, > > Yeah, I don’t often perform measurements on components already installed in a > circuit, so the behaviour was confusing. I thought I bought a nice DMM but I > guess it was ju

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net

2021-05-09 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Ooops - fat fingered it - my call is K7TXA. > On May 9, 2021, at 4:30 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > John - surprisingly, I’m glad to hear that! I just moved into a third floor > apartment and have been struggling to get a stealth antenna put up so I can > c

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net

2021-05-09 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
John - surprisingly, I’m glad to hear that! I just moved into a third floor apartment and have been struggling to get a stealth antenna put up so I can check into the nets. Today I cobbled together my new Buddistick vertical on the balcony railing, got the battery charged up in my IC-705 and tun

[Elecraft] FS: Tascam US-125M USB Sound Card for K3/KX2/KX3

2021-02-10 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
As I noted in previous posts, we are moving out of CA and trying to get rid of un-needed items. Thought most were gone until I came across this item in a drawer. It is a Tascam US-125M USB Audio Interface, aka Soundcard. I have one that is connected to my K3 (currently packed up for the move).

Re: [Elecraft] Hustler / Newtronics 5BTV Vertical Antenna + DX Eng. Tilt Plate SOLD

2021-02-01 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The antenna and tilt plate have been spoken for. Jim Bennett Folsom, CA K7TXA (ex W6JHB as of 1/22/2021) > On Jan 31, 2021, at 10:08 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > One of the last items to be sold in my goal to downsize before moving out of > state: a m

[Elecraft] FS: Hustler / Newtronics 5BTV Vertical Antenna + DX Eng. Tilt Plate

2021-01-31 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
One of the last items to be sold in my goal to downsize before moving out of state: a modified Hustler / Newtronics 5BTV vertical antenna. It started out as an 80-40-20-15-10 meter version. However, when I put up my Inverted L several years ago there was interaction between the 5BTV and the “L”

Re: [Elecraft] Balun Designs 1:1 FCP Isolation Transformer - SOLD

2021-01-30 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The Balun is sold. Jim Bennett Folsom, CA K7TXA (ex W6JHB as of 1/22/2021) Being retired doesn't mean I'm not part of the work force - just that I'm not forced to work! > On Jan 30, 2021, at 11:12 AM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Continuing my down

[Elecraft] FS: Balun Designs 1:1 FCP Isolation Transformer

2021-01-30 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Continuing my downsizing in preparation for a move. I’m selling a Balun Designs 1:1 FCP (Folded CounterPoise) Isolation Transformer, model 1142s. This is the 2kW model designed for 160 meter operation. I used it for several years connected on one end to my K3/KPA500/KAT500 for accomplishing Wor

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Support Poles, Mil-Surplus SOLD

2021-01-24 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
That was fast - the poles and bag are sold. Jim Bennett Folsom, CA K7TXA (ex W6JHB as of 1/22/2021) Being retired doesn't mean I'm not part of the work force - just that I'm not forced to work! > On Jan 24, 2021, at 3:30 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote:

[Elecraft] FS: Antenna Support Poles, Mil-Surplus

2021-01-24 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
In my continuing efforts to downsize before moving out of state, I’m trying to sell 23 military surplus fiberglass antenna / tent support poles, in bag. They are about 2-1/2” inches OD and slip together with a 3” or so overlap. Each tube is approximately 44 “ long. I used these poles for almost

[Elecraft] KX2 Sold

2021-01-22 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
My KX2 serial #1099 has been sold. Jim Bennett Folsom, CA K7TXA (ex W6JHB as of 1/22/2021) Being retired doesn't mean I'm not part of the work force - just that I'm not forced to work! __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.q

[Elecraft] FS: KX2 Serial #1990 With Built-In Tuner

2021-01-22 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
OK - last call before I put this up on eBay (ughhh…) Selling my KX2 serial #01990 with built-in KXAT2 antenna tuner, Fred Cady KX2 book, right-angle BNC connector and power cable with Anderson Power Pole connectors. The KX2 and tuner work perfectly - no scratches or dents. Has never been used on

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

2021-01-21 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The Ami-4170C has been sold. Still remaining is the KX2 package. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list host

[Elecraft] FS: KX2, AIM-4170

2021-01-21 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Only two items remaining for sale from the offering I posted yesterday - my KX2 package and an Array Solutions AIM-4170C. Here are the two descriptions, with LOWER PRICES: > KX2 serial #01990 with built-in KXAT2 antenna tuner, Fred Cady KX2 book, and > Right-angle BNC connector. The KX2 and tun

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

2021-01-21 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Yep, you (and another responder) are correct - my mistake. Anyone from the other two states are welcome to purchase. (Please do!!!) > On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:41 PM, Jay Rutherford wrote: > > Hi Jim, > > USPS Priority Mail goes to Alaska and Hawaii just like it does to the lower > 48, same price

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

2021-01-20 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The W6PQL amp and MFJ wattmeter have been sold. Still have the KX2, AIM-4170C, and the KX2 heatsink kit available... > On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:06 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for > sale

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

2021-01-20 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The W1 has been sold. > On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:06 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for > sale that will help (slightly) lighten the load of packing and moving: > > KX2 serial #0199

[Elecraft] FS: KX2, W1, AIM-4170

2021-01-20 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for sale that will help (slightly) lighten the load of packing and moving: KX2 serial #01990 with built-in KXAT2 antenna tuner, Fred Cady KX2 book, and Right-angle BNC connector. The KX2 and tuner work perfectly - no scrat

Re: [Elecraft] Balun Designs Model 4114T Current Balun 5K SOLD

2021-01-03 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
The balun has been sold - thanks for your interest! > On Jan 2, 2021, at 1:13 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Doing some major antenna work here. For the past 10 years I’ve been using a > 92 foot long doublet, up 45 feet, fed with home brew 600-ohm ladder line. >

[Elecraft] FS: Balun Designs Model 4114T Current Balun 5K

2021-01-02 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Doing some major antenna work here. For the past 10 years I’ve been using a 92 foot long doublet, up 45 feet, fed with home brew 600-ohm ladder line. From the back of my K-Line / KX3 / KX2 I ran about 10 feet of Belden 9913 coax out the window to this balun, under the eves. From there, 110 feet

Re: [Elecraft] T1 Tuner green/yellow flashing LEDs

2020-12-15 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
What I meant to say in the second paragraph is that the yellow light will flash if you tap PWR and do nothing else. > On Dec 15, 2020, at 12:50 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Craig - I built one about two months ago and it’s working fine. > > On mine, to go to

Re: [Elecraft] T1 Tuner green/yellow flashing LEDs

2020-12-15 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Craig - I built one about two months ago and it’s working fine. On mine, to go to bypass, I quickly press the PWR button, then the BYP button. Doing so alternates back and forth between bypass and not. After doing that one-two press combo, the yellow will light up for a second or two if you are

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Kit Assembly

2020-12-02 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
Yup, I still have mine from back in the late 60’s as a novice and use it every time I build a kit! Jim / W6JHB > On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:35 PM, K9MA wrote: > > When assembling the KAT500 kit yesterday, I found it frustrating trying to > get the nuts started on the connector screws. Then I remem

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