OK, what connector does the antenna for the internal 2m module connect to?
Installation manual doesn't say. K3 manual doesn't say. Where is the
information? Is it the transverter out BNC?
(name withheld for dumb questions)
KG0KP
Anybody heard of this SPECIAL EVENT ? See W6P on QRZ.
Over 25000 contacts last year.
PLEASE NO RESPONSES HERE - DIRECT ONLY.
I made 2053 of the 2504 for W6P in 2011 myself and that with my K3 and P3 to
dig out those who wanted to work us but just didn't have the equipment to do
it
My problem with the footswitch is that I never liked the height of it making
foot tired holding it up to try to keep it from scooting away. Solved by
mounting it on a thin piece of paneling and then another piece of 3/4 inch
board on top to raise my foot to a comfortable level compared to the
I had made several JT65 contacts and a phone contact just prior to this
problem.
K3 hung up (became constant errors appearing to be communications problems)
during load of new code from non-updated Utility Program. Went to website
and downloaded new Utility and re-downloaded code. K3 was now
You guys are describing problems that relate to a foot switch as well (I
know - crossed fingers held high and all about something other than CW). I
had the problems with the key as well and just sit my Kent on some of the
non-skid shelf bumpy stuff, helps a lot.
My foot switch is mounted on a
WHY? Set your knobs for very little or no drag at all. Why replace them
with non-standard knobs so you can spin them? Mine spin very well when
needed. I turn my knobs with one finger riding on the outside edge of the
knob and tuning does not place virtually any pressure on the knob at all.
Comes with a case of contact cleaner, right? 73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: David Ferrington, M0XDF m0...@alphadene.co.uk
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 4:59 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: Kenwood's new rig?
I had to count the controls 4 times!
Wow, it took several entire lifetimes for mine to arrive even though the
calendar showed something like 5 months.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Bob K6UJ k...@pacbell.net
To: Elecraft List Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 4:11 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft]
Thanks to all who sent me information and suggestions. It has been several
days and I just now got a chance to get to the radio (note 0115L) after a
week or so.
In going through all the suggestions and checking and changing some I found
that my RF gain was cranked down and all of a sudden I
Yes, my cfglineout was set to nor 005 and turning it up to 20 brought the
signal up considerably and continuing up made snow appear in the background
so backed it down.
However, and this is not a K3 problem, If I back down the gain in the
program to center it lowers the signals as well and I
OK, I think this may have been discussed but I cannot find it.
Seems like I remember a gain mod for the K3 line output Maybe it was
something else but I wasn't interested at the time.
I am trying to run JT65-HF for the first time and I find that even with the
gain in the program at max
This is a VALID way of responding and is likely our ONLY chance. If you
don't care about your hobby, don't do a thing.
This has been in process by the ARRL for 3 years and the FCC said they would
not address the private contract (CCRs) SO, the ARRL went to congress and
THEY TOLD THE FCC to
I have all ten of my radio manuals on my smart phone. Not the easiest to
use but they are always with me and I can always find something I don't
remember how to do. Electronic capability is great. I print portions of
most of my manuals for ready reference. I spend a considerable amount of
Ian, I am with you on this. jmho that starting with whatever you can put up
and for whatever reason that is all you can do at the time. If a new person
doesn't get on the air fast he will soon lose interest. He is interested
NOW, get him up and running and not next month or even next week if
I am considering a second K3 and wondering if I can use the Remoterig system
with a computer and HRD/DM780 but without the K3 or K3-0 on the local end
until I can afford the second K3 or do I need to wait until I can get the
second radio?
Will it do digital as well or is there timing or
Seems like I remember this being asked but did not catch the answer.
Can the K3-0 be upgraded/converted to the K3?
In the future?
Thanks es 73, de Jim KG0KP
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Same here, Everything I thought was missing (screws or washers or whatever)
I found in another bag I hadn't opened yet.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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To: 'Hunsdon Cary III' h3c...@gmail.com
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wednesday,
Fred,
I am glad you stated the their RTTY = our PSK as I had realized that it
wasn't RTTY as we know it but did not know it was PSK which I had assumed
was allowed but with the question of one signal vs. many.
I have the same questions and understandings, but... One item you didn't
Sorry, I should have stated the CW signal you are receiving should be
exactly ON the CENTER frequency of that channel as would be your transmitted
signal.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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To: k6...@foothill.net; elecraft
I didn't buy them and I won't. I like the originals. I tune by rolling my
fingertip around the outer edge of the knob to turn it so I apply almost no
pressure at all to the knob even turning it rapidly. I set my tension to
nearly zero on the build as that is what I want. Larger or heavier
I set my 1.8 to 2.0 for the cut in frequency. I also set my 500 to 600 and
my 250(actually is a 370) to 400.
I had thoughts of adding a 1.0 but wound up with the FM instead. I thought
5 filter slots was great excess and now I want 7.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Bil
OK, Magic people, I broke it. First responses are the right ones. I
installed the 2m internal module (physically) and the FM Filter. Audio gone
even before utility ran to configure filters (all bands).
No audio through speaker or headset (front connections) except white noise,
no signals.
Fixed it. reinstalling the second receiver pulled out a cable to a front
panel board and the end was under the receiver so I couldn't see it. Once
it was removed, it was obvious. Thanks guys.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net
Is there any reason why I cannot connect the K144XV internal FM module (and
FM filter) into the second receiver instead of the main or is it designed to
only connect to the main?
Are there other problems with doing this such as configuring antennas or
not being able to transmit etc?
Thanks es
Try unplugging from the wall your PC repeatedly without even shutting down
your programs you have running and see how long it takes to cause problems.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Oliver Dröse dro...@necg.de
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011
I don't have a KPA500 and wondering what the deal is with turning off the
back power switch. Seems to me that if is was to be turned off every time
that it would have been placed on the front. I don't want to have to go
around the back of my station every time I get up and leave. Does it say
60 Meters for dummies
Do I understand where the CW transmission actually is (600 Hz above dial
frequency)? Please explain.
USB - set VFO to the lower edge of the channel (1500 Hz below center
frequency). Giving audio emissions from 300 to 3000 Hz above that.
K3 and CW - on my waterfall
Don't you just love it when Elecraft does it the way I would do it (if I
had the capability). Unimaginable in today's world until Elecraft.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com
To: Dave Lankshear d...@lanks.plus.com
Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Not on the K3. Do Not set your power to 100 watts for PSK. Others will
answer better but set your power where you want it. 25 to 40 or so is just
fine for PSK. The alc will is what you use on the K3 to set your drive.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: nr4c
Rules. There ain't none. If you want credit in a contest, use what
they require. Valid QSO? There ain't no rules. From The Man - SEE
BELOW - - - - -
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Henderson, Dan N1ND dhender...@arrl.org
To: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl
I bid on a 4 port Inside Networks Out EdgePort/4 with a $25 limit and then
saw an 8 port and figured I wouldn't get the 4 port so bid on the 8 port
with a 35 limit and got them both.
They are the same units I see there now although some are listed as if
somebody bought out the original Inside
Turn the K3 on THEN the speakers.
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From: Robert Redmon k5sm@gmail.com
To: Torrey Mitchell torr...@q.com
Cc: 'Elecraft' Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Sunday, September 04, 2011 2:17 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: switching on click
Stephen, you make a valid
I went online and downloaded and printed my own assembly manual. I had read
it completely twice before my K3 arrived. I could not have done this if I
had to wait for a printed manual to come with my radio and most likely would
not have read it as carefully as I did waiting for my K3. I was
Sounds like you are suggesting a programmable touchscreen macro pad. Button
quantity, size, label, location, shape, spacing, color, etc., all up to you,
and available in several sizes.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: N3XX n...@charter.net
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
NoAlOx is available at Home Depot and probably many others, excellent
suggestion, highly recommended. 73, Jim
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From: Timothy Raymer timothy.ray...@mdc.mo.gov
To: Rich Arland k...@live.com; Elecraft Reflector
snip..
I think you can use Penetrox or NoAlOx.
Thanks all. Couple of answers to comments. ALL connections to the K3 box
were removed except the power cable. No mic or speakers hooked up either,
nothing. I am the builder and of course I felt I was very careful (hi).
I will try shaking it for rattles and also poking on things (power off) to
Anybody have any ideas? I took the bottom rear cover off and don't see
anything. It looks like it will be a chore to get to it from the top.
Nothing plugged in except the power cable. ERR PTT anytime it is turned on.
One more thing, the last few days, the CW key would NOT work at all, paddle
I called the pace maker company. My wife got one and the literature
specified to not be in the strong fields of radio waves including CB and
amateur radio (IMO, the illegal CBers caused most of this interference
nightmare with their illegal power and splattering). My wife freaked out.
The
I called the pace maker company. My wife got one and the literature
specified to not be in the strong fields of radio waves including CB and
amateur radio (IMO, the illegal CBers caused most of this interference
nightmare with their illegal power and splattering). My wife freaked out.
The lady
Seems to be quite a difference in the readings between the P3 showing S
scale and he S meter reading on the K3. The software in both is up to
date(recently at least). The difference is quite significant with the P3
being considerably lower. Maybe I don't know how to read the two meters.
On
THANKS everybody. Some very good definitions. I didn't think anything was
really broken and sisn't really believe it was out of calibration either but
jsut did not understand wht appearant difference. Good to know that all is
well.
Thanke es 73, de Jim KG0KP
I need coffee!! 73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net
To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, May 06, 2011 4:45 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 S meter vs P3 S scale
THANKS everybody. Some very good definitions. I
I can't find the KPA500 Manual yet. Just wondering if the manual will go up
at the same time as the order form shows up.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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Something is wrong - No KIDDING Be very careful in blaming
something that your test procedure is accurate and not faulty. Sometimes
the eggs you get in your face are large enough to hurt.
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com
To:
Yes, and I have also learned that the arguments only last as long as it
takes me to realize I am wrong.
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Gary Gregory garyvk...@gmail.com
To: stan levandowski sjl...@optonline.net
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Monday, March 07, 2011 4:24
Anyone know if there is/are droid apps available like the one(s) used on the
iphone ones used to carry K3 manuals?
Thanks es 73, de Jim KG0KP
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Squeezing higher power out degrades the IMD.
SO... The 10 watt amp feeds the 100 w PA? Does it get fed with 10 watts
or 12 watts? What does that mean to the IMD of the 100 w PA by the cause of
the degraded IMD being fed into the PA?
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Ron
Buy a radio, attend a quarterly held two or three day class presented by
the designers on advanced topics?
IF this would be done, how about for those who don't live in California or
anyone who can't make the date, tape the presentation and sell the DVD for
a reasonable price? This could be
Several questions here:
All of a sudden my receive audio is horribly over modulated and the audio
volume knob is almost uncontrollable because it is so sensitive and I have
to adjust it for each person speaking. I had the menu up and spun the vfo
knob to change frequency and do not know what
it was OFF.
Thanks, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Doug Joyce d_jo...@sympatico.ca
To: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net
Sent: Friday, November 19, 2010 10:23 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Audio (setting) problem
Hi Jim: May seem like a silly suggestion, but it almost sounds
.
Thanks, de Jim KG0KP
On 11/19/2010 10:53 AM, Jim Miller KG0KP wrote:
Several questions here:
All of a sudden my receive audio is horribly over modulated and the audio
volume knob is almost uncontrollable because it is so sensitive and I
have
to adjust it for each person speaking. I had
At least make it optional if you do. If I get something screwed up hung
transmitting into open air or a closed switch, I want it to turn off NOW,
not after a delay.
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Richard rich...@aroundwood.com
To: Dan Atchison n...@aol.com
Cc:
My first thought on comments about noise on a receiver is that the radio
they are comparing it to just can't hear as well.
73, Jim
- Original Message -
From: Steve Wedge w1es1...@earthlink.net
To: John Chappell G3XRJ j...@g3xrj.com; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, October 08,
Don't get it too high. Higher is NOT necessarily better. I hear station in
contests that are very strong and they are almost impossible to understand
because they have their compression WAY to high. Turning it down would make
them much better.
I just made 1752 contacts in a special event
Using the P3 in the RTTY contest this weekend, I was losing the marker in
the upper display and wonder if the tails on the marker could be extended
DOWN into the waterfall area as it is a relatively stable display and it
would be much easier to tune the K3 signal to the marker. The marker will
During the Route 66 Special Event this past 9 days, yesterday I think, I had
the monitor audio quit. Didn't know what was going on but think if faded
down and out rather than just dropping off instantly but in a couple of
seconds or so. I was still transmitting and all was working just fine
My P3 was freezing up once in a while and it was getting more and more
frequent. Turning it off and on cleared it up. I finally I had been
running the station on battery for probably 5 hours (only running 25 watts
into my amp) and when I turned the power supply on, it quit doing it. I can
I want to permanently connect separate mics to the front and rear
connectors. I read the manual to say the bias settings are separate for
front and rear mic connectors. Makes sense.
Are the hi/lo gain setting, the transmit EQ setting, etc. also unique to the
front vs. the rear?
Thanks es
I find I have done this (initially at least until I figure out how I am
really supposed to do it) by setting the display to show the noise floor at
the bottom of the window and then only 20 or 30 db above it, not all the way
up to -70 or so. Yes the stronger signals go off the top but I don't
PS: Also use Peak Hold when doing this and use it regularly. 73, Jim
Original Message -
From: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net
To: S Sacco nn4x.st...@gmail.com; Guy Olinger K2AV
olin...@bellsouth.net
Cc: Elecraft Reflector Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Monday, September 06
I was reading the mods manual and wondered if the mod where the chokes are
jumped out might be part of the problem.
--- Sorry, mean it may be a FIX, not a problem.---
73, Jim
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I have also had intermittent problems. K3 #1442, P3 #0089, XP Pro, only two
mods applied yet(10 db gain mod that came with it, and the one with the 470 ohm
resister). In the beginning it was as bad as getting timeouts to the radio
from HRD or N1MM or even the utility program. Bypassing the
Think maybe this is a traffic problem with the contests running? It
usually comes back after a while for me.
73, Jim
- Original Message -
From: Ken Kopp k...@rfwave.net
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Sunday, August 22, 2010 8:04 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] OT: QRZ working for you?
Interesting to say the least. Set up my K3/P3 at the St Charles (Missouri)
hamfest today facing the people with me there in front of it and them behind
me. People stopped, talked, and then I turned around and looked. A CROWD
watching, I know there were well over a dozen people there at that
P3 #89 arrived today and it now LIVES. Just in time for demo station at the
hamfest on Sundady. Making big signs Elecraft K3 / P3 display/demo HERE.
Saint Charles ARC hamfest 8/15 (Missouri). Interstate 70 to Hw 79 (Exit 220)
to Pearl Drive changes (bear left) to Tom Ginnever Blvd to hamfest
What was your assembly time?
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Brett Howard br...@livecomputers.com
To: Larry Godek telegrap...@att.net
Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Monday, August 02, 2010 10:42 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3
I put the kit together and slapped the thing
I have the Route 66 Special Event coming up 9/11-19 and want to have the P3
to play with during that time. Come talk to me about it during slow times.
I also have a hamfest coming 8/15 where I will have an HF and VHF station up
for demo to new guys AND will have my K3 and hopefully P3 there to
.
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Hector Padron
To: Jim Miller KG0KP
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, July 30, 2010 8:42 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3 Delivery
And if you read well,at the begining is dated YESTERDAY,isn't that an
updated manual
I read it as great news. FCS is close at any rate. I will be closely
watching the reflector for the actual announcement. Way to go, Elecraft.
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Don Cunningham wb5...@martineer.net
To: Ramon Tristani kp...@me.com
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Fantastic and a manual too. How about that!!! Will give me something to
read until mine shows up.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Phil Hystad phys...@mac.com
To: Don Cunningham wb5...@martineer.net
Cc: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net;
elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Which of the options/upgrades should be installed for the P3 to function at
optimum capability?
Is it the KIO3 bd and what is the effect of trying to use the non-upgraded
board?
Was this the bd that can be ordered on swapout or should I send in mine to be
upgraded? How long does it take?
According to the status I saw 10 days ago, there was a 1-2 week delay from
one of the suppliers and they had hoped for arrival of the parts today and
first CUSTOMER ship for 26-30th. That is NEXT week !!! The testers have
some now.
Can't wait.
73, Jim
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Can hardly wait as the time must be near - hope hope.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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I chose the 250 and 500 filters for my narrow ones. I set the 250(370) at
400 and the 500(565) at 600. Works great for me. Just played in the RTTY
contest last night and with the bandwidth down to 400 or 350(bringing on the
select for the 250) if needed after tuning to the signal (SP) I was
- Original Message -
From: Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com
snip
The ALC meter on the K3 is not completely an indication of ALC - the
first 4 bars act more like a VU meter to tell you the audio level. The
5th bar indicates the start of ALC action.
73,
Don W3FPR
I may be reading
IMHO, I think the private answering originates from flaming the people
answering questions, not on this reflector (there aren't any other
reflectors like this one) like others, but it is a learned response that
makes one wary and carrys across. It makes one not want to answer with a
general
Tx equalizer? 73, Jim
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From: Ruben Navarro Huedo runa...@gmail.com
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2010 4:50 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] k3: Problem with TX bandwidth in SSB
Hello friends:
We have a problem with our k3 tx bandwidth.
Firmware is the
IMHO, For those starting out who do not realize there is such a thing as
performance differences and want everything in the cheapest package they can
buy, there are the small box 100w mobiles availabe for 699 I think. That
creates a lot of sales to first timers. They are looking at 699 vs
OK, Guys, I'm a newbe to ham(18 years) compared. And I have been avoiding CW
until the past few months (after passing my 20 word test for my extra(16 years
ago!)). This spring I started Triple Play to force myself to get serious on CW
and it has been uphill all the way but I am gaining on it
I think you have probably just listed the reason LDG isn't supporting
Elecraft - they can't handle it.
73, Jim
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From: Bruce Beford bruce.bef...@myfairpoint.net
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2010 2:55 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Auto Tuner
- Original Message -
From: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net
To: Ken Kopp k...@rfwave.net
Sent: Friday, June 11, 2010 7:53 PM
Subject: Fw: [Elecraft] K3: incrementing Power level
- Original Message -
From: Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com
To: Ian White GM3SEK gm3
No.
I have all my regular email sorted out by rules. If the subject line
includes k3, move it to the k3 folder. same for all my other reflectors
or subjects. Makes it wasy. You can blow away everything else by clicking
on the first item then hold shift and click on the last item (and if
Happy BEGINNING
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Alan D. Wilcox a...@wilcoxengineering.com
To: Jim / W6JHB w6...@arrl.net; elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Sunday, June 06, 2010 2:06 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 S/N 4359 - It's Alive! (And Thanks)
Hi Jim,
I wonder if it would be possible..
to capture the settings that are being changed by any button press on the K3
front panel (commands from a control program too?) and save them in a stack 2
or 3 button presses deep..
Then I could have the oops key I need so often to get back to the way
Thanks all for the comments. Guess I'll amke sure I have a valid current
backup of my settings and restore them with the Utility if it I get it
really screwed up.
Thanks es 73, de Jim KG0KP
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These 21 - dedicated macro keys ??
73,d e Jim KG0KP
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From: Val v...@vip.bg
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, May 21, 2010 1:55 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Son of K3
Well, there is P3 - the largest display, someone could image. And the
software could bring
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From: Jim Miller KG0KP jimmil...@stl-online.net
To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net; Val v...@vip.bg
Sent: Friday, May 21, 2010 8:36 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 keypad Ascessory
These 21 - dedicated macro keys ??
73,d e Jim KG0KP
- Original
Can't wait to get my P3. Wish I knew where I am on the list.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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From: Val v...@vip.bg
To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, May 21, 2010 9:21 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Fw: K3 Macro button pad
Yes Jim, If we have 21
This is probably all redundant on macros through the Utility. I haven't
(don't tell anybody) used the macros yet so am not familiar with their use
during battle.
Do I have to have the Utility up and visible all the time or does it just
install the macro on your selected key and then you use
I LOVE this K3 and Elecraft. I buy a rig because of what it is and it just
keeps getting better and better.
73, de Jim KG0KP
- Original Message -
From: Fred Jensen k6...@foothill.net
To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 4:58 PM
Subject:
During a recent contest, one speedy cw op was cruising something over 30 wpm
but was hard to copy as there was no tone at all on his signal, nothing but
key clicks were being transmitted. No, he was not near me. Unknown radio.
Not something I would want anybody to identify me with sending.
WHY? The K3/100 is 1900. For $100 you would buy the Kenwood - NOT. 73,
Jim
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From: juergen plebia...@yahoo.com
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Saturday, May 15, 2010 9:42 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Son of K3??
Hi
If the new Kenwood does deliver K3 like
Just like kids jacking up their cars, cutting holes in the hoods, and
painting flames behind the wheels. THEY think it looks neat but later they
can't even give the goofy looking thing away.
I like my tuning knob to spin too so I just built it not touching the felt.
I scan with my finger or
Absolutely. I do not like resistance on my station radios (or VERY VERY
little) (some required for mobiles) and they work just GREAT because I set
them that way in the beginning. I like exactly what I have. I spin with
the tip of my finger lightly against the front surface of the knob and
Gary,
I have not used it and do not know how capable it is but on the
www.elecraft.com page,
On the left bar, click on Firmware + SW
then on K3 K2 Control and Logging Software
then scroll down near the bottom to K3 Voice
followed by K2 Voice
and then by the explanation
and installers to include
IMHO - NO. The 2.7 or 2.8 is used as your normal phone filter. The
difference is the slope of the skirts being steeper on the 8 pole, BUT, when
you NEED to rid yourself of close a close in strong station, you will be far
better off to have added a 2.1 or 1.8 filter rather than trying to get
The heel straps we wore in the factory had a strap that went up your leg and
connected to bare skin above your socks with a conductive band with velcro.
There wasn't any expected conductivity through your shoes. And for
additional information, they were only valid on floors with conductive
I hadn't looked at the Perseus before but before I would spend 1200 bucks on
one, I would spend 1449 for another K3 and add 139 for the KBPF3 General
Coverage Banpass Module - 1588. Well worth the extra 389 to me to have
another K3 instead. Now I have two REAL radios.
73, de Jim kG0KP
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Excellant suggestion - I just moved mine from 1.8 setting to 2.0 setting a
week ago and I like it a lot better - I may try 2.1 too just to see. Gives
me the filtering and makes it more understandable (at least for my old
damaged ears).
Also just bought a 500 (565) to go with my 250 (370).
Hope somebody makes up something to demonstrate the features and operations of
the P3.
73, de Jim KG0KP
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