[Elecraft] K3s VFO A and VFO B Retain Power Levels

2016-03-18 Thread KM4VX
for PSK. Now one manually changes the power levels when changing VFOs. Now, each VFO uses the last power level set for either VFO, requiring an adjustment for QRP, digital and SSB. Just a thought for a helpful future upgrade if possible. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: KX3/PX3/KXPA100AT

2016-01-29 Thread KM4VX
FS: KX3, PX3, KXPA100, KXAT100 SETUP, plus KX3 and PX3 Nifty Desk Stands and PX3 Nifty Mini-Manual. Includes all manuals and cables that came with equipment. Purchased new factory assembled July 2015. 36 QSOs to date. Everything in excellent to mint condition; works perfectly or complete refund.

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: KX3/PX3/KXPA100AT CORRECTION

2016-01-23 Thread KM4VX
FS: KX3, PX3, KXPA100, KAT100 SETUP, plus KX3 and PX3 Nifty Desk Stands and PX3 Nifty Mini-Manual. Includes all manuals and cables that came with equipment. Purchased new factory assembled July 2015. 36 QSOs to date. Everything in excellent to mint condition; works perfectly or complete

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: KX3/PX3/KXPA100AT

2016-01-23 Thread KM4VX
FS: KX3, PX3, KXPA100, KXPAT100 SETUP, plus KX3 and PX3 Nifty Desk Stands and PX3 Nifty Mini-Manual. Includes all manuals and cables that came with equipment. Purchased new factory assembled July 2015. 36 QSOs to date. Everything in excellent to mint condition; works perfectly or complete

[Elecraft] FS: K3/P3/KPA500/KAT500 PKG

2015-12-12 Thread KM4VX
when not in use. Pls reply off-line ronce...@outlook.com. Will throw in Caddy books for K3,P3 etc. View on QRZ.com for KM4VX. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-K3-P3-KPA500-KAT500-PKG-tp7611410.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: KX3/PX3/KXPA100AT

2015-12-11 Thread KM4VX
I am leaving the hobby and selling my one owner KX3 PX3 and KXPA100AT; boredom and lousy propagation. All factory assembled and purchased in July 2015. In mint condition. Original cost was $3.094.00 plus $140.00 for KXPD3 paddle and $65.00 for two stands for KX3 and PX3. Invested $3,300 in July;

[Elecraft] KX3/PX3/KXPA100AT

2015-09-15 Thread KM4VX
I am no longer offering this setup for sale. I have decided to keep the entire KX3 and K3 setups. Rather than adding the K3s I have added the Icom 7600 just for a little variety. Thank you for the offers to buy the KX3. Great little radio. 73. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http

[Elecraft] KX3/PX3/KCPA100-AT FOR SALE

2015-09-02 Thread KM4VX
I purchased this setup in July 2015. I am the original owner. Includes KX3-F, KXBC3-F, KXFL3-F, KX3-PCKT, KXPA100-AT-F, KXPACBL, KXSER-a, MH3, PX3-F and KXPD3 key for KX3. All factory assembled. This is my second KX3 setup and I now know without a doubt now after two failures that I prefer the

[Elecraft] KX3/PX3/KXPA100-AT

2015-09-02 Thread KM4VX
CORRECTION: CORRECTION: I purchased this setup in July 2015. I am the original owner. Includes KX3-F, KXBC3-F, KXFL3-F, KX3-PCKT, KXPA100-AT-F, KXPACBL, KXSER-a, MH3, PX3-F and KXPD3 key for KX3. All factory assembled. This is my second KX3 setup and I now know that I prefer the larger K3 radio.

[Elecraft] KX3/PX3/KPA100 FOR SALE

2015-08-26 Thread KM4VX
I purchased this setup in July 2015, yes last month. I am the original owner. Includes KX3-F, KXBC3-F, KXFL3-F, KX3-PCKT, KXPA100-AT-F, KXPACBL, KXSER-a, MH3, PX3-F and KXPD3 key for KX3. This is my second KX3 setup and I now know without a doubt after two tests that I prefer the larger K3 radio.

[Elecraft] KX3-PX3-KXAT-KXPA100 FOR SALE

2015-08-23 Thread KM4VX
I purchased this setup in July 2015. I am the original owner. Includes KX3-F, KXBC3-F, KXFL3-F, KX3-PCKT, KXPA100-AT-F, KXPACBL, KXSER-a, MH3, PX3-F and KXPD3 key for KX3. This is my second KX3 setup and I now know without a doubt that I prefer the K3 larger radio. I have not opened the KX3;never

[Elecraft] K3 Trade Offer

2015-08-09 Thread KM4VX
are interested in the night sky and can stay awake long enough to enjoy it please contact me off-line. Thanks. Ron KM4VX (910) 793-9043 -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Trade-Offer-tp7606145.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] Rig Insurance

2015-08-08 Thread KM4VX
My experience with Ham insurance is that your Homeowners policy will cover you for all damages to your equipment provided the incident occurs when operating from home. I collected $8,000.00 on a lightning strike several years ago, all on my homeowners policy and the claim was settled quickly and

Re: [Elecraft] Rig Insurance

2015-08-08 Thread KM4VX
My experience with Ham insurance is that your Homeowners policy will cover you for all damages to your equipment provided the incident occurs when operating from home. I collected $8,000.00 on a lightning strike several years ago, all on my homeowners policy and the claim was settled quickly and

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] KX3 and Digital Modea (KM4VX)

2015-07-23 Thread KM4VX
not require the fan, but at 5 watts the fan is adequate. The radio gets warms, but does not overheat. My KX3 came with the latest heat sink from ElecraftI, have not performed the temperature compensation mod, and will not be buying any after-market heat sink. 73 Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context

[Elecraft] KX3 and Digital Modea

2015-07-20 Thread KM4VX
if anyone has found a firmware or software answer to the over heating problem. The overheating problem happens regularly in digital modes and I believe comments about the KX3 working correctly in digital are simply incorrect. This is not an antenna issue and not an SWR issue. Thanks Ron KM4VX -- View

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and Digital Modea

2015-07-20 Thread KM4VX
Lyle: Thank you. My KX3 was purchased last week so I am confident it has the new heat sink. I have adjusted WSPR to 3 watts and it works. Since the radio does warm up I am going to use a computer fan to aid the heat sink. I believe Elecraft should have upgraded to a better heat sink. I do not

[Elecraft] KK2 FS REDUED PRICE

2015-07-04 Thread KM4VX
. SELLING BECAUSE K2 RARELY USED (MOSTLY ON WSPR AT 5 WATTS) AND I HAVE A K3 WITH HOPES OF PURCHASING A K3S/P3 SOON. PHOTO ON QRZ.COM FOR KM4VX IS K2 FOR SALE. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KK2-FS-REDUED-PRICE-tp7604609.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] K2 FOR SALE

2015-06-29 Thread KM4VX
K2 RARELY USED (MOSTLY ON WSPR AT 5 WATTS) AND I HAVE A K3 WITH HOPES OF PURCHASING A K3S SOON. PHOTO ON QRZ.COM FOR KM4VX IS K2 FOR SALE. PLS REPLY OFF-LINE ronce...@outlook.com OR (910) 793-9043. THANKS AND 73. RON KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K2

[Elecraft] ELECRAFT K2 FOR SALE

2015-06-27 Thread KM4VX
K2 RARELY USED (MOSTLY ON WSPR AT 5 WATTS) AND I HAVE A K3 WITH HOPES OF PURCHASING A K3S SOON. PHOTO ON QRZ.COM FOR KM4VX IS K2 FOR SALE. PLS REPLY OFF-LINE ronce...@outlook.com OR (910) 793-9043. THANKS AND 73. RON KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 No Amp Power Out

2015-04-18 Thread KM4VX
I think the problem was a loose connector cable via the KAT500 It is working now so that must have been my error. I find most problems almost always operator error. Sometime finding the solution takes hours even days! -- View this message in context:

[Elecraft] KPA500 No Amp Power Out

2015-04-18 Thread KM4VX
is a constant 0, never changes when sending CW or idle. I am operating on 220 and it has worked fine to date. I wonder if I have inadvertently changed some parameter. Any help would be appreciated. I reset the KPA500 to default values. Thanks Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http

[Elecraft] KAT500 Tuning Issue with V1.67

2014-05-14 Thread KM4VX
with the higher bands. My KX3 tunes this same 40 meter dipole through the KXPA100 with no problem. It must be something in the KAT500. Anyone else having this problem? Is this a problem with V1.67? Thanks Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Carrier always 6khz below freq.

2014-04-30 Thread KM4VX
Thank you for the replies. The coax provided by Elecraft is good, but I had it twisted around other cables when connected between the K3 IF output and the P3 IF input. I disconnected the cable from the P3, rerouted it from the K3 so as not to wrap around numerous other cables, and the troublesome

[Elecraft] P3 Carrier always 6khz below freq.

2014-04-29 Thread KM4VX
I have noticed that my P3 displays a solid carrier 6khz below the frequency to which I am listening. When I tune to the frequency there is no sound but a solid carrier on the waterfall and a good spike on the screen, although no audible signal. This appears consistent on every band, a spike

[Elecraft] KX3 Extremely Low Output Level

2013-06-06 Thread KM4VX
($125.00) game type speakers I have tried manage to raise the volume level of the signal from the I/Q output so one can comfortably hear anything. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-Extremely-Low-Output-Level-tp7574761.html Sent from

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and P3 Adapter

2013-05-27 Thread KM4VX
Thanks to all for the interesting ideas. I am now using the KX3 I/Q output to my PC line in (works equally well to mic input in rear) and the simple NaP3 software. Works great for panadapter and controlling the rig. I have ordered the inexpensive iMic soundcard to see if there will be any

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and P3 Adapter

2013-05-23 Thread KM4VX
Must be some interest in the topic!! I have a line connected from the I/Q output of the KX3 (with the menu ON) into my PC sound card, line in. Nothing happens using the HDSDR software on the waterfall although I can control the KX3. Not receiving signals, just noise. Question: What sound cards

Re: [Elecraft] MCU 1.48 KX3

2013-05-23 Thread KM4VX
Hello Joe: I also have 1.48 and no problem changing the time. You may want to try using the KX3 Utility to set the time; can do that in configuration mode. I also like option of reverting to previous software load and then re-loading the new software. Just a thought from a novice. 73. Ron --

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and P3 Adapter

2013-05-21 Thread KM4VX
Eric has posed a question regarding the source of the rumor about the development of an adapter to use the P3 with the KX3. In the spirit of full disclosure I quote the following from the Elecraft archives: Not so. We also plan to offer a small IQ to P3 adapter for the KX3, which will give

[Elecraft] KX3 and P3 Adapter

2013-05-20 Thread KM4VX
Great to hear a KX3 amplifier will soon be available from Elecraft. I have no interest in adding power to my KX3 QRP rig, but I am looking forward to Elecraft selling the adapater so we can use the KX3 with the P3. I hope in the rush to get the amplifier to market Elecraft has not forgotten its

[Elecraft] KX3 AND P3 ADAPTER

2013-04-26 Thread KM4VX
Good to see the KX3 accessory amp and tuner will soon be available. I am more interested in the adapter planned for using the KX3 with a P3, since I find the panadapter scope very useful in checking band conditions and basically just lots of fun. Any information on when this adapter for the KX3

Re: [Elecraft] Don Wilhelm A Special Thank You!

2013-03-31 Thread KM4VX
am confident Elecraft recognizes Don as their senior Ambassador to the undeveloped-Elecraft territories here on the East Coast. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Don-Wilhelm-A-Special-Thank-You-tp7571992p7572035.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] KX3 POWER ON/OFF OPTION

2013-01-16 Thread KM4VX
for those of us not planning to ham while mountain climbing, skiiing or scuba diving etc. Thanks. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-POWER-ON-OFF-OPTION-tp7568770.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] [KAT500] Tune in KAT500 Utility software broken?

2012-12-05 Thread KM4VX
I think we need further clarification. Tapping the ATU TUNE button on the K3 just toggles between BYPASS and ATU. It does not force the KAT500 to tune. Do you mean we should HOLD the XMIT button on the K3 to force the KAT500 to tune or should we HOLD the ATU TUNE button on the K3 to force the

Re: [Elecraft] [KAT500] Tune in KAT500 Utility software broken?

2012-12-05 Thread KM4VX
I get it. You HOLD the XMIT button on the K3 to tune the KAT500 and no need to press TUNE on the KAT500 and then a button on the K3. You don't TAP the ATU TUNE button when in BYPASS mode with the ATU installed (if using the KAT500) because nothing happens except the screen reminds that you are in

[Elecraft] KAT500 and W2

2012-08-07 Thread KM4VX
? It is not possible to manually adjust the KAT3 in the K3 while applying power. Looking forward to previewing the KAT500 manual. 73 Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-and-W2-tp7560548.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500

2012-07-23 Thread KM4VX
Elecraft products; no need to defend what is not under attack. Elecraft fans must have an excessive amount of time on their hands!! Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-tp7559586p7559666.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500

2012-07-22 Thread KM4VX
products delayed for whatever reason. I know the folks at Elecraft are busy; no one is THAT busy. 73 Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-tp7559586p7559622.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

[Elecraft] KAT500

2012-07-21 Thread KM4VX
. Elecraft has had nothing to say about the KAT500 since March, except to repeat in April their plans to launch the KAT500 this summer. I look forward to an update in the near future. Many thanks. KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-tp7559586.html Sent

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500

2012-07-21 Thread KM4VX
Bruce: I know and there is stuff on YouTube, but that is quite different from a photo on Elecraft promoting the product. I cancelled KX3 because by the time I got it the technology would be vintage; I have high hopes the KAT500 will surface this year. Ron Date: Sat, 21 Jul 2012 12:11:10

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500

2012-07-21 Thread KM4VX
I like the Elecraft products and also have several of their radios/meters/amp etc. However, I still find the marketing unsatisfactory and the hype over their products unjustified; the reflector serves to keep the prices inflated and promotes the products using the customers as unpaid salesmen.

[Elecraft] FS W2 144-450 MHz Coupler

2012-07-06 Thread KM4VX
I acquired a 144-450 MHz directional coupler for the W2 in a trade. It is the DCV/U-200a 144-450 MHz 200w coupler selling for $99.95 new. It is excess to my needs. I tested it and it works perfectly. I will sell it for $55.00 shipped to lower 48; basically you save 50 percent if you can use it.

Re: [Elecraft] FS W2 144-450 MHz Coupler

2012-07-06 Thread KM4VX
The coupler is no longer available. Thanks for your interest. 73. Ron -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-W2-144-450-MHz-Coupler-tp7558713p7558758.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

[Elecraft] FS: K2: XV50 Transverter

2012-06-25 Thread KM4VX
. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-K2-XV50-Transverter-tp7558116.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] FS: K2: XV50 Transverter

2012-06-25 Thread KM4VX
The XV50 is no longer available. Thank you. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-K2-XV50-Transverter-tp7558116p7558139.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] K2: KAT100 and KPA100 in EC2 For Sale

2012-06-20 Thread KM4VX
Thank you for your interest. The Unit is no longer available. 73. Ron KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K2-KAT100-and-KPA100-in-EC2-For-Sale-tp7557817p7557883.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

[Elecraft] K2: KAT100 and KPA100 in EC2 For Sale

2012-06-19 Thread KM4VX
I have a KAT100 and KPA100 for sale. Both enclosed in the EC2 enclosure and in perfect condition. Work without issues with my K2, but I only use the K2 at low power, and do not need the amplifier/tuner. I purchased both from a ham/builder in December 2011 for $750.00. Will sell shipped/insured

[Elecraft] KAT500 Advance Order Form

2012-03-31 Thread KM4VX
The KTA500 Advance Order Form does NOT exist, but I suspect the title of this message attracts some interest. Is Elecraft ready to post an Advance order Form for the KAT500 as was the case with the KX3? Thank you, and please e-mail me the first KAT500 Advance Order Form in gratitude for my

[Elecraft] K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection

2012-03-02 Thread KM4VX
I have a K2/10 connected to a KAT100 and KPA100, both enclosed in the external EC2 enclosure. Works great, thanks to Don in Wake Forest. I just acquired a used XV 50 and have been trying to connect it to my K2 setup. I can't figure out how to connect the antenna output from the transverter to my 6

Re: [Elecraft] K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection

2012-03-02 Thread KM4VX
have it set up correctly, the band switch will select 6 meters, the XV50 will turn on and you can TX/RX just like on the HF bands, but using the antenna that is connected to the XV50. 73, Don W3FPR On 3/2/2012 7:28 PM, KM4VX wrote: I have a K2/10 connected to a KAT100 and KPA100, both

[Elecraft] P3SVGA Use of Dedicated Monitor

2012-02-14 Thread KM4VX
Will the P3SVGA be capable of direct connection to a monitor separate from the computer monitor that might be enabled for other uses with the K3? For my purposes if I am going to use a larger screen (may or may not be useful) I would want it to be a dedicated monitor that does not interfere with

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and K2 simultaneous on serial to USB cables tocomputer

2012-02-11 Thread KM4VX
Many thanks for the helpful suggestions on and off-line. Given all the problems with Serial to USB adapters I am going to install serial PCI cards in my PC and then connect the correctly wired cable from the K2 (I understand it is not a true RS232 port on the K2) to a new serial port on the PC.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and K2 simultaneous on serial to USB cables to computer

2012-02-11 Thread KM4VX
I installed a Manhattan dual port serial PCI card in my W7 64 bit PC built by local guys still too young to shave. Both the K2 (with a modified cable) and the K3 (direct 232 cable)) working great into the serial ports. Given the problem with USB adapters sometimes working, then failing etc this

[Elecraft] K3 and K2 simultaneous on serial to USB cables to computer

2012-02-10 Thread KM4VX
I have both my K2 and K3 connected via serial to USB cables, but I cannot get the computer to recognize the K2. The K3 is connected via the Elecraft serial to USB cable and works fine. The K2 uses a serial to USB adapter, but the computer refuses to recognize the K2 adapter and insists on going

[Elecraft] K2 XV50 6 Meter Transverter

2012-01-20 Thread KM4VX
If anyone has a working XV50 module which is now excess to their needs I am interested in adding it to my K2 setup. Please contact me off-line with asking price and condition. Thanks. Ron -- View this message in context:

[Elecraft] KAT500

2012-01-12 Thread KM4VX
Any update on when the KAT500 will be available? I see on the reflector it was projected for release last summer. I don't think asking the question again now in Jan 2012 is inappropriate. There is a lot of interest among the non-resonat antenna Elecraft community. Any information would be

[Elecraft] P3 PANADAPTER FOR SALE

2011-02-06 Thread KM4VX
I have the P3 factory assembled For Sale. It is a wonderful colorful addition to my shack, but it is also useless to me. I can find no practical use for the P3, and it just occupies space in my shack. I am the original owner and it is in pristine condition. Insured and shipped to your door in

[Elecraft] P3 and K2 SOLD

2011-02-06 Thread KM4VX
Thank you for the numerous reponses. The K2 and the P3 have been sold. See you on the air with my other K/2 and my K3. Great products. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/P3-and-K2-SOLD-tp5998606p5998606.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at

[Elecraft] K2/10 FOR SALE

2011-02-04 Thread KM4VX
I have two K2/10 and a K/3. I would like to sell one of my K/2. The one for sale has the following options: KSB2, KNB2, KAT2, K160RX, KIO2, KAF2 as well as the Elecraft USB cable for computer control. It basically has everything but the battery pack and 5 meter module, which my other K2 has. The

[Elecraft] K2 No Receive on 40 Meters

2010-12-08 Thread KM4VX
My K2/10 (#6255) has suddenly lost any receive capability on 40 meters. It transmits on all bands including 40 meters but hears nothing on 40. I have done the simple checks in changing coax and antenna inputs with no change. I have a second K2 for comparison, but lacking any lab equipment here

Re: [Elecraft] K2 No Receive on 40 Meters

2010-12-08 Thread KM4VX
I want to thank those of you who responded to my problem, and in particular Don (W3FPR) who once again demonstrated his knowledge of the K2 and his willingness to generously share his time and talent. The problem was in the secondary menu. The D19 parameter was y and since no K60XV is installed

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / P3 firmware

2010-10-18 Thread KM4VX
Is there a real fix in the works for the problems associated with updating K3 and/or P3 firmware/software? The present solution of having to physically disconnect the K3 and P3 is an absurd solution for those who have their equipment installed in cabinets etc. I look forward to a fix in keeping

[Elecraft] P3 Ref LVL and SCALE? Means What?

2010-09-22 Thread KM4VX
I am trying to understand what these terms mean, and having read the related posts still can't figure out what they mean or what settings to use. I want the P3 to reflect cw signals and sometimes ssb signals within a given span (say plus and minus 75). I have no idea what the db signals to he

[Elecraft] K3 and K2 N4PY Control Software Support

2010-05-19 Thread KM4VX
While praising the support from ELECRAFT (more the support from the Reflector members), I have to say a public thank you to Carl, N4PY, for the support he provides for his N4PY control software. I am using his software on my K2 and K3. Carl could not have been more helpful in the setup process,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Replaced Your Pro III?

2010-04-25 Thread KM4VX
I always enjoy the Reflector coments, educational and occasionally funny. I own the K-2, K-3 and PRO 111. This site is great PR for Elecraft, but we should remember that their expensive wattmeter is inaccurate to the extreme although pretty, and the P3 (in my opinion anyway) appears to be pure

[Elecraft] K2 Use of CC1 K Heil Mic Cable

2010-02-28 Thread KM4VX
I use the Heil CC1 K cable and a Heil mic for my K3, and it works fine. I tried the same CC1 K cable and Mic on the K2 and it does not work. I assume the Kenwood mic configuration for the K3 is correct but that is not true for the K2. Correct? I have the Elecraft MH2 hand mic for the K2 and it

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Use of CC1 K Heil Mic Cable

2010-02-28 Thread KM4VX
Thank you Gary and Bob. I now understand using the menu for the K3 to turn bias on and off. Makes sense. I would not want to change the configuration of the mic socket in the K2 radio, which would then limit the use of mics and eliminate the use of the Elecraft mics. I could change the wiring of

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 panadapter at the Orlando Hamcation

2010-02-13 Thread KM4VX
What drives the price of a new product more than anything is marketing. Microsoft could sell Windows 7 at profit for 50 cents but charges $149.00. The P-3 price is being defined here on the reflector by those of us who are so enthusiastic about Elecraft; hams may be called cheap but have

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 panadapter at the Orlando Hamcation

2010-02-13 Thread KM4VX
, I will buy the P3. Cost? It is not so high that it would be totally unreasonable I am betting. 73, phil, K7PEH On Feb 13, 2010, at 8:23 AM, KM4VX wrote: What drives the price of a new product more than anything is marketing. Microsoft could sell Windows 7 at profit for 50 cents

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 panadapter at the Orlando Hamcation

2010-02-13 Thread KM4VX
Harry: Let's keep the exchange civil. There is nothing silly about my views or those you put forward. You demonstrate the success of good marketing by both Microsoft and Elecraft. I am not taking anything away from either, but this is about marketing not technology. Most of these companies

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 panadapter at the Orlando Hamcation

2010-02-13 Thread KM4VX
The P3 looks and appears to act much like the excellent screen which is integrated into my IC 756 PRO 3. Since we like the K3 so much Elecraft decided to compete with a separate panadapter like the P3, rather than a K4. I think the LP-PAN kit for $175.00, with free software connected to a

Re: [Elecraft] K3EZ Program fails to retain memories on computer

2010-02-12 Thread KM4VX
I have found that by downloading the K3_EZ program several times ( hopefully as administrator ) the memories are now being retained, although the program freezes upon closing. I like K3_EZ better than the other software out there, primarily because of the band stacking on 60 meters and the memory

[Elecraft] K3EZ Program fails to retain memories on computer

2010-02-10 Thread KM4VX
I see many people have the same problem with K3EZ; the program loses frequency memory on the computer after shutdown. I know several people have asked Elecraft to develop a program so that the computer would control memories on K-3, but that is a different issue. I am addressing the problem of

Re: [Elecraft] K3EZ Program fails to retain memories on computer

2010-02-10 Thread KM4VX
I sent him a msg weeks ago and have not received a reply. Not his problem and I am in no way criticizing him. - Original Message - From: Radio Amateur N5GE [via Elecraft] To: KM4VX Sent: 2/10/2010 10:43:05 AM Subject: Re: K3EZ Program fails to retain memories on computer On Wed

[Elecraft] K-3 EBAY Scam of Feb 6

2010-02-06 Thread KM4VX
K-3 selling on E-Bay 6 Feb (Item # 300394149258) fully loaded with all filters main and sub-receiver and EVERYTHING else with BUY NOW price of $1,600.00 and 12 bids to $1,200.00. I reported this obvious hacked scam ad to E-Bay and the Ad disappeared within an hour this morning. I love a good deal

[Elecraft] K-3 Adapting 8 -pin mic plug to rear mic input 3.5mm socket

2010-02-04 Thread KM4VX
I see the question has been asked but not really answered. Is there an adapter that would allow one to plug the 8 pin mic plug from a desk mic into the rear mic 3.5mm input socket? I have a new K-3 and a 4-pin xlr desk mic with the Kenwood 8 pin plug cable on the other end for use with Elecraft

[Elecraft] K2 Use of KUSB cable with the K2

2010-01-29 Thread KM4VX
I realize this topic is not new, but it is confusing to review the archives when searching this question. The KUSB is sold to support the K3. It is not advertised to support the K2. Can it be used out of the box to support the K2? Can I plug it into the serial port of the K2 (okay not a real

Re: [Elecraft] Windows 7 32 bit

2010-01-25 Thread KM4VX
I use a new computer with Windows 7 64 bit and the EZ control software is not working for me. It reads the radio fine but loses all frequency memories on the computer after logging off The frequencies all read but the modes remain correct. Also, the EZ software freezes when trying to log

[Elecraft] K3 #3857 Up and Running-- CW clicks??

2010-01-21 Thread KM4VX
Although I love my K2, which I am keeping, I now have a K3 on the air today. Fantastic rig. I may even get a chance to operate once I configure this amazing radio. I am trying the new K3 EZ software for following what I am doing in setting up the radio. I see from the reflector that there have

Re: [Elecraft] K3 #3857 Up and Running-- CW clicks??

2010-01-21 Thread KM4VX
Thank you for the replies. I have discovered the difference between semi break-in delay, which is controlled by the delay knob on the radio, and the TX DLY feature in the configuration menu. I use semi break-in and have now reset that higher using the knob on the radio vice the menu feature.. I

Re: [Elecraft] Fw: My predicament

2010-01-17 Thread KM4VX
This is an obvious scam and it happens daily. Information that it comes from Nigeria just confirms this. There are no honest e-mails from Nigerians; believe it. I don't understand why these e-mails from the the Ukraine and Nigeria continue, but they must enjoy some success. They are usually

Re: [Elecraft] My predicament

2010-01-17 Thread KM4VX
Criticism often has consequences. Immediately after my posting on Nigerian scams the computer I was using was hit by a major virus and the passowrd corrupted. I cannot log on and must assume my identity etc has been compromised. I have plenty of computers and will have the infected one repaired.

Re: [Elecraft] K2 with KDSP2 and KAF2?

2010-01-11 Thread KM4VX
I checked with the person selling the K-2 who says he has both the KDSP2 and KAF2 installed in one K-2 and told him it is impossible. He said he is the original owner of the radio, had both installed by ELECRAFT and has the invoice to prove it. I told him to ask for a refund, since both cannot

Re: [Elecraft] [MM] W2 Wattmeter

2010-01-04 Thread KM4VX
of the latest meters, but the absence of increased accuracy over what comes with the radio anyway is more important. The expertise available on this Reflector is unmatched in the hobby. KM4VX wrote: W2 WATTMETER I was doing some research and considering buying the Elecraft W2 for use with my 2 K

[Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter

2010-01-02 Thread KM4VX
W2 WATTMETER I was doing some research and considering buying the Elecraft W2 for use with my 2 K-2s and read the very negative reviews of the W2's accuracy on E-Ham. I wonder if anyone would care to refute the E-HAM reviews or offer positive comments about the W2's accuracy. At this point I

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] K2-- Auto Tuner Issue

2009-10-20 Thread KM4VX
Thank you Dave for the information. I had accidently put the radio into TEST mode. I think the learning curve with this wonderful radio probably exceeds the life expectancy of many Hams, this one included. KM4VX wrote: My AT has suddenly started showing LO PO after displaying the SWR

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] K2-- Auto Tuner Issue

2009-10-20 Thread KM4VX
Thanks Don. Per Dave I must have been in the TEST mode and when I got out of the TEST mode the LO PO message disappeared. - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm-4 [via Elecraft] To: KM4VX Sent: 10/20/2009 12:20:41 PM Subject: Re: K2-- Auto Tuner Issue That message says the K2

[Elecraft] K2-- Auto Tuner Issue

2009-10-19 Thread KM4VX
My AT has suddenly started showing LO PO after displaying the SWR on all bands when the TUNE button is pressed. I have the AT set to AUTO and even when manually increasing the power I still get the LO PO display after the K2 displays the SWR. Changing antennas has no effect. Ths is K2 serial

[Elecraft] K2 Monitoring outgoing PSK31 Signal

2009-09-22 Thread KM4VX
I have searched the archives but cannot find anything concerning how to monitor the outgoing PSK31 signal from the K2. In the PRO3 one just pushes the Monitor button. I am using the SignaLink USB interface with Digipan software at 5 watts. I would like to check my outgoing audio. Thanks. Ron --

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Monitoring outgoing PSK31 Signal

2009-09-22 Thread KM4VX
for everyone. KM4VX wrote: I have searched the archives but cannot find anything concerning how to monitor the outgoing PSK31 signal from the K2. In the PRO3 one just pushes the Monitor button. I am using the SignaLink USB interface with Digipan software at 5 watts. I would like to check my outgoing

[Elecraft] K-2 LP-PAN Panadapter FS

2009-09-05 Thread KM4VX
I have a one day old LP-PAN Panadapter from Telepostinc configured for the K-2 For Sale. It was factory assembled and arrived yesterday (Friday). I paid $235.00 shipped. You can have it in original double box shipped with everything for $180.00. I am selling because it would take a miracle to

[Elecraft] K-2 Pan Adapter

2009-09-05 Thread KM4VX
The LP-PAN Panadapter I offered for sale this morning sold immediately. Thanks for your interest. Long Live the K-2. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K-2-Pan-Adapter-tp3587724p3587724.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

Re: [Elecraft] K-2 and Panadaptor

2009-08-16 Thread KM4VX
anything further and is a delight to operate. I haven't found any use for the installed Z1 as yet. Ron KM4VX - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm-4 (via Nabble) To: KM4VX Sent: 8/15/2009 8:54:56 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K-2 and Panadaptor Ron, Yes, LP-PAN is available

[Elecraft] K-2 and Panadaptor

2009-08-15 Thread KM4VX
I have a second K-2 with the Z1 buffer installed and intended for use with a panadaptor. (I hope this is the correct term. LP-PAN?) I have never used this particular option, but am familiar with the scope in the IC 756 PRO 111 which is superb. I wonder if the panadaptor Elecraft is

[Elecraft] Amplifier for K-2/10

2009-06-21 Thread KM4VX
be interesting to have that information posted here. I would find a separate amplifier unit more convenient than an internal upgrade to the K-2. Thanks. KM4VX -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Amplifier-for-K-2-10-tp3129848p3129848.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] Blue Displays and Visual Acuity

2009-06-18 Thread KM4VX
I started the thread a few days ago as my first posting on the Elecraft Reflector and didn't appreciate the number of opthamologist hams using Elecraft. Thanks for the many inputs and it appears impractical to try and change the display. Personally, I find either green or orange as a background