Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 metering

2024-04-03 Thread Ken Winterling
Check the KPA500 manual. From memory, the max throughput in standby is 200W. As I say, check my memory against the manual. *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Wed, Apr 3, 2024 at 6:36 PM Mike Murray wrote: > If a KPA500 is in standby, can it be used to determine power output from > another amp by f

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Loses Match

2024-01-14 Thread Ken WA8JXM
David, True but IIRC I was replying to a message where he said the SWR was flat through 6m.  Usually, somewhere between 20m and 6m, receive losses do count. Ken WA8JXM On 1/14/2024 4:33 PM, David Woolley wrote: The receive part of the penalty, from a lossy antenna, only applies

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Loses Match

2024-01-13 Thread Ken WA8JXM
considered that an acceptable design.   Remember, antenna losses affect TX and  RX, so that's 6 db system loss. Ken WA8JXM On 1/13/2024 2:37 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: The C HA-50HD is rated for 250 W SSB or 75 W for digital modes. It gets a flat SWR with resistive losses in the transformer

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Loses Match

2024-01-12 Thread Ken WA8JXM
Your situation sounds like 1) something is heating up and changing value or 2) something is arcing and changing value.  Are you using a balun or choke that is underrated? Ken WA8JXM On 1/13/2024 12:28 AM, Michael Reynolds, NO6O wrote: Greetings, I joined this list today, after sending

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Loses Match

2024-01-12 Thread Ken WA8JXM
with the K4 directly, does the SWR meter stay steady, or does it fluctuate at full power? Ken WA8JXM Why is the amplifier connected?  30m is a restricted powerband. On 1/12/2024 4:46 PM, Paul Ecker wrote: I am experiencing a new problem for me, with my KAT 500. So far I've noticed this issue

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Loses Match

2024-01-12 Thread Ken Winterling
Paul, Connect a dummy load in place of the antenna and repeat your testing. This will eliminate the antenna as a possible source of RFI. Report the results of your tests, GL! *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Fri, Jan 12, 2024 at 4:47 PM Paul Ecker wrote: > I am experiencing a new problem for

[Elecraft] SOLD.......QRPGUYS 40-10m UnUnTenna and Tri-Band Vertical Antenna

2023-12-12 Thread Ken
SOLD..Thanks all..Ken  Hi all, Have the two subject unused/assembled QRPGuys items for sale. Unassembled they're $30.00 each not including shipping. Both are in new condition. Outside only to test. Full set-up/operating information is available in the qrpguys.com web site. Several

[Elecraft] Elecraft KXPD3 Keyer Paddle Assembly

2023-12-11 Thread Ken
on request. $170.00 shipped to CONUS. PayPal, friends/family, Zelle, Postal Money order or a cleared personal check are all ok. Thanks for looking, Ken, W2GIW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Noise from KAT500?

2023-12-02 Thread Ken Winterling
key press or the last data communication with other equipment and restart automatically when needed.* *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Sat, Dec 2, 2023 at 5:14 PM W2HX wrote: > Hello all, > > I have my new (to me) KAT500 up and running but I am noticing it is > introducing quite a lot of noise

Re: [Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

2023-10-12 Thread Ken WA8JXM
, Silver $16.81 Ken On Thu, Oct 12, 2023 at 1:01 AM Richard wrote: > I ordered a Yamaha CM-500 from Amazon but it came through some other > company after waiting eight days and there were problems. > > 1. The original factory packaging was gone. > 2. It came wound in bubble wra

Re: [Elecraft] Digital mode power handling for KAT3

2023-10-11 Thread Ken WA8JXM
: Olivia, MFSK,RTTY 80%: BPSK, MT63 44% CW 22%:FieldHell There are more modes on Dave's website, but those are some of the major ones. IDK if Joe Taylor has similar information on his website for the modes he supports. It loioks like his modes may require full duty cycle. Ken On Wed, Oct 11

[Elecraft] SOLD.......Sale......KXIO2 Board for the KX2

2023-08-12 Thread Ken
Hi all, have the subject board for sale. A pull-out from my KX2. Working fine. $45.00 shipped CONUS. Zelle, PP FnF, MO, cleared Personal Check, Bank Cashier's Check. Thanks, Ken, W2GIW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] For Sale......KXIO2 Board for the KX2

2023-08-11 Thread Ken
Hi all, have the subject board for sale. A pull-out from my KX2. Working fine. $45.00 shipped CONUS. Zelle, PP FnF, MO, cleared Personal Check, Bank Cashier's Check. Thanks, Ken, W2GIW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] KX2 with KXIBC2, Firmware 3.02.

2023-08-07 Thread Ken
Hi all, Installed the subject charging board yesterday. Page 5 in the manual says "Tap DISP and rotate vfo B until you find the "VBAT" display. All I can find is BT and PS. No VBAT? KXIO2 = Not INST. KXIBC2 = NOR. BT = 11.9V now PS = 14.1V now LED is on. Tha

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Antenna Selection Problems

2023-08-04 Thread Ken WA8JXM
additional code, DXLab already has that functionality ,On the PORTS setup, there is a secondary serial port that you can direct to the KAT500 \ Ken WA8JXM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Antenna Selection Problems

2023-08-03 Thread Ken WA8JXM
I have had that problem in the past. Have you tried a 'reset configuration"? On Thu, Aug 3, 2023 at 12:44 PM Paul Ecker wrote: > In the KAT 500 Utility – Configuration- Antennas- Band- 17M; > > I have Antenna 3 checked as Enabled and Antenna 3 as Preferred. No other > antennas are selected

Re: [Elecraft] A dumb question about lightning

2023-07-31 Thread Ken WA8JXM
obably time to turn in my license and sell the equipment. (My Novice license was issued 60 years ago.) Solutions have to be practical. Quitting the hobby is the only practical solution I see. 73, Ken WA8JXM On Mon, Jul 31, 2023 at 10:57 AM Geoffrey Feldman wrote: > > > First thing

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] A dumb question about lightning

2023-07-29 Thread Ken WA8JXM
days" of vacuum tube rigs when I operated during thunderstorms ;-) Ken WA8JXM On Fri, Jul 28, 2023 at 7:31 PM Ray Maxfield wrote: > I worked a Number of Years as a Broadcast Engineer. > The Broadcast Industry has Put this one to bed years ago. > No Need to re-invent the Wheel. Yes

[Elecraft] For Sale...Penntek TR-35 QRP CW Transceiver...... REV A

2023-07-18 Thread Ken
__ 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 hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list:

[Elecraft] For Sale.....Kenwood HS-5 Communication Headset

2023-07-18 Thread Ken
eck, "Cleared" Personal Check or Zelle ok. Zelle preferred. PayPal has been causing problems so I need to stay away from it for a while. Please use just the "QRZ.COM" e-mail address for communication. As usual, no returns/refunds for all the usual reasons. Thank you for reading! Ple

[Elecraft] Kenwood HS-5 Communication Headset

2023-07-18 Thread Ken
eck, "Cleared" Personal Check or Zelle ok. Zelle preferred. PayPal has been causing problems so I need to stay away from it for a while. Please use just the "QRZ.COM" e-mail address for communication. As usual, no returns/refunds for all the usual reasons. Thank you for reading! Ple

[Elecraft] For Sale...Penntek TR-35 QRP CW Tranceiver

2023-07-18 Thread Ken
__ 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 hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list:

[Elecraft] MH-3 hand microphone

2023-05-27 Thread Ken Cone
After a long wait, finally received my MH3. Thank you! Ken K7BXI __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] TL-922

2023-03-29 Thread Ken Winterling
voltage. You may need a keying line buffer (small relay or solid state high voltage transistor) between the K3 and the amp. *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Wed, Mar 29, 2023 at 4:05 AM Jim Brown wrote: > On 3/29/2023 12:02 AM, Josep Torres via Elecraft wrote: > > Have a couple of Kenwood TL-922

Re: [Elecraft] warranty

2022-08-01 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
I had a KPA500 issue 5 months after purchase. I took out the coil (the heavy part) and paid for shipping back to the mother ship. They fixed it really fast and sent back at no charge. Could not be more pleased with their service.  On Monday, August 1, 2022 at 03:52:30 PM EDT, wrote:

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

2022-07-24 Thread Ken WA8JXM
I tried the toggle switch to switch mic/headset between two rigs. Too much hum pickup on the mic. Gave up,and went to two headsets. YMMV Ken WA8JXM On Sat, Jul 23, 2022 at 9:35 PM Brian Hunt wrote: > Pretty simple home brew project, I would think. Four stereo jacks, a DPDT > switch, a

Re: [Elecraft] Stacking KPA on KAT

2022-07-23 Thread Ken Winterling
of the KPA amp. *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Sat, Jul 23, 2022 at 11:37 AM James Bennett via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > 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

Re: [Elecraft] Oh Crap

2022-07-20 Thread Ken Winterling
25N=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFBVEY4VTQ3S1o1MUYmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA4MzA5NDEyMjdHWTlYRDI3TU82JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxNjEyNjEyRVBKMkZMOUpWWDc1JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==> *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Wed, Jul 20, 2022 at 12:38 PM Chris Cox, N0UK wrote: > I have suffered the very same failure but on my K3. Despite extensive > attempts on my part, removing the dislodged tip has p

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 reduces power as it gets warmer?

2022-06-05 Thread Ken K6MR
e original poster's question, yes, the amp will reduce output as it gets warmer. In my case it drops about 100 watts (1500 -> 1400) which is -0.3 dB. Hardly enough to worry about. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Kevin Robertson via E

Re: [Elecraft] KAT-500 Issue!

2022-05-20 Thread Ken WA8JXM
What is the setting for 10m in the KAT500 utility? The behavior you see is consistent with 10m being set for ANT2. Hopefully it is that simple! GL Ken WA8JXM > > __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/li

Re: [Elecraft] Kenwood MC-60 Mic with a K3?

2022-05-17 Thread Ken Winterling
Option "D") Make an adapter that swaps the leads so you can use the unmodified MC-60 on the Elecraft. I prefer to make adapters for my rigs so I can use (almost) any mic I have on (almost) any rig I have. 73, *Ken* *WA2LBI* On Tue, May 17, 2022 at 4:46 PM Joe Subich, W

Re: [Elecraft] ARRL Antenna Book (and other antenna books)

2022-05-12 Thread Ken WA8JXM
ok are my go to references, always within reach. (the binding on my '61 Handbook has fallen apart from use, but the pieces are still on the bookshelf. Ken WA8JXM On Thu, May 12, 2022 at 8:15 AM Rick Robinson wrote: > I used an online question site for my Extra Class study years ago and this >

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

2022-05-08 Thread Ken WA8JXM
card company reversing the charges (PP not involved.) Ken On Sun, May 8, 2022 at 12:19 PM James Bennett via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > However, one must take things with a grain of salt… my wife and I have > used Facebook Marketplace over the past two years and ar

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2022-04-01 Thread Ken K6MR
SO2R setup and interleave QSOs. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Frank Scolaro Sent: Friday, April 1, 2022 8:46 AM To: James Bennett ; Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue Jim,. I use the "1A2R" (one

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays

2022-03-30 Thread Ken K6MR
"and sold his company to Raytheon..." Didn't he sell to Rockwell? Then I think some of Rockwell went to Boeing, but I'm not sure which part was the radio part. Can't say I've ever seen a Boeing Collins radio though :^) Ken K6MR From: ele

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 500

2022-03-23 Thread Ken K6MR
n the frequency I want without removing my hands from the keyboard. I think with the amplifier they just had so much front panel space available that they just couldn't think of anything else to put there. In the years I've had KPA500s and a KPA1500 I have yet to touch the

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 serial pinout?

2022-03-22 Thread Ken K6MR
As shown on page 5 of the KAT500 schematic: 12V levels, Tip = Rx, Ring = Tx. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Gordon LaPoint Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2022 10:29 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 serial pinout

Re: [Elecraft] De-soldering Tool Recommendations?

2022-03-14 Thread Ken Winterling
As I read that I could "hear" K2ORS, Jean Shepherd,   narrating the text with his inflections and enthusiasm. ⁣ Ken WA2LBI​ On Mar 14, 2022, 19:46, at 19:46, Dave W8OV wrote: >I wonder how many of us have discovered Wayne's methods all by >ourselves? > >Good one, Wayn

Re: [Elecraft] De-soldering Tool Recommendations?

2022-03-14 Thread Ken Winterling
I've had the Hakko 808 for many years. It has been used on through hole PCBs, boat anchors, toys, etc. There hasn't been any shortage of suction. Just keep the collection tube clean.  My only regret is that I didn't purchase it years earlier! ⁣ Ken WA2LBI​ On Mar 14, 2022, 18:25, at 18:25

Re: [Elecraft] Lots of Elecraft seen in contest video

2022-02-11 Thread Ken K6MR
And let me add that the sound track was also produced by 100% Elecraft. Thanks to Dean for making me look (er, sound) good. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Dean Wood Sent: Friday, February 11, 2022 8:38 AM To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 drops out during voice peaks

2022-02-03 Thread Ken WA8JXM
Something arcing over on voice peaks would do what you describe. Are there any weak insulators or spots where something might arc? Ken WA8JXM On Thu, Feb 3, 2022 at 7:45 PM David F. Reed wrote: > It might help if we knew more about the antenna system; what antenna, > balun, power

Re: [Elecraft] Seeking input on 3rd-party microphones used with our transceivers

2022-01-31 Thread Ken WA8JXM
A mic, what's that? LOL When I have operated phone, I either use my old Shure 444, or, for a headset/boom mic, a Koss SB-45 (comfortable and $50). I receive great audio reports from either of them. Ken WA8JXM On Mon, Jan 31, 2022 at 10:12 PM Wilson Lamb via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Software Question

2022-01-30 Thread Ken K6MR
I don't remember the slider ever moving in response to the fan speed while in Auto mode. The current fan level is noted in the lower info bar by a number (1 - 5), but that's it. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Ed G Sent: Sunday

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA Board For K3

2022-01-20 Thread Ken K6MR
"If it is an FPGA, you will need to get Elecraft to program it." No. The FPGA gets loaded each time you turn on the P3. There are different code images for each monitor resolution. So the uP checks which resolution you have selected and loads the proper code for that resolution.

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA Board For K3

2022-01-20 Thread Ken K6MR
The FPGA is a Xilinx XC6SLX9 in a FTG256 1.0 mm pitch BGA package. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Mark Goldberg Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 4:18 PM To: j...@audiosystemsgroup.com Cc: Reflector Elecraft Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KPA500 sn 1910 dead, update.

2022-01-17 Thread Ken K6MR
Not sure if this has been suggested: did you check the fuses on the power supply board? Those will kill the LV supplies and will keep things from powering up. Ken K6MR From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of Sam Sargent via Elecraft Sent: Monday

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Remote Software?

2021-12-24 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Waiting for Elecraft to finally get they supply of Kyber Crystal's.  Cannot wait to see Wayne demonstrating the mini light Saber at Dayton this year.  Will finally be able to remotely eliminate the equipment of the "tuner uppers" during nets. Way to go Master council member Madolyn, masters

Re: [Elecraft] “ELECRAFT NVIS field day”

2021-12-17 Thread Ken WA8JXM
ropagation modes. Ken WA8JXM On Fri, Dec 17, 2021 at 7:22 PM David Herring wrote: > It is absolutely true that antennas intended for NVIS use do not have to > be hung low. But they CAN be. And there are instances where doing so can > be desirable. > > When I lived in Hawaii,

[Elecraft] Power Increase Elecraft K1 modification

2021-12-10 Thread Ken Brown
? *** http://www.jl3amk.org/en/ Power Increased The output power of my K1 was four watts on 15 meters, so I added a 0.001uF capacitor (as a bypass) in parallel with R30 on the RF board. 160m: 10W (not changed) 80m: 10W (not changed) 17m: 7W (from 6W) 15m: 7W (from 4W) Ken Elecraft

[Elecraft] Elecraft K1 Noise Blanker

2021-12-08 Thread Ken Brown
shipping #58407-949 Ken Elecraft K1 260 elecraft@mailman.qth.net __ 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

[Elecraft] K1 LCD BaCKLIGHT

2021-12-03 Thread Ken Brown
Need the best modifications for back lighting of the K1. This version never had the K1 LCD Backlight Kit. Ken Elecraft K1 nr. 260 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

[Elecraft] Noise Blanker KNB1 FOR K1

2021-11-30 Thread Ken Brown
I am looking for the Elecraft K1 Noise Blanker KNB1. Does anyone have this for sale? Ken N4SO Elecraft K1 number 260 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] K1 Noise Blanker KNB1 already-built and working

2021-11-29 Thread Ken Brown
I am looking to buy an already built Elecraft K1 Noise Blanker KNB1. The pulse noise from the nearby power lines makes the Elecraft K1 not very usable at this location. Ken N4SO E-mail redscarlette7...@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] P3 Issue

2021-11-29 Thread Ken Widelitz
into this again. Any suggestions. 73, Ken, K6LA / VY2TT __ 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 hosted by: http

Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: Need K3 Board

2021-11-28 Thread Ken K6MR
a ground bounce. That is sure to take out lots of stuff. Ken K6MR From: Dr. William J. Schmidt<mailto:b...@wjschmidt.com> Sent: Sunday, November 28, 2021 06:38 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: [POSSIBLE SPAM]

Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: Need K3 Board

2021-11-27 Thread Ken K6MR
Cheap too, I think it was no more than $10 per board parts cost. Ken K6MR From: David Gilbert<mailto:ab7e...@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, November 27, 2021 09:17 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [POSSIBLE SPAM] Re: Need K3 Board I t

Re: [Elecraft] Need Mic adapter: Icom SM-50 to K3 mic input jack

2021-11-02 Thread Ken Winterling
Bob, Can you build adapters if you have schematics? DIY gives you lots of possibilities. ⁣ Ken WA2LBI​ On Nov 2, 2021, 09:35, at 09:35, Bob KD7YZ wrote: >Hello Elecraft List > >I have no microphone for my K3. I am usually on CW or the digital >modes. >Now I want to get on t

Re: [Elecraft] Subject: KX3 in multi radio environment

2021-11-01 Thread Ken K6MR
Thanks to everyone for the comments. Sounds like the KX3 works fine in this environment. I should have known since it is an Elecraft radio :^) Ken K6MR From: Steve Hall<mailto:99sun...@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, November 1, 2021 15:00 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto

[Elecraft] KX3 in multi radio environment

2021-11-01 Thread Ken K6MR
, which would be easy even with the 100 watt amp. Thanks for your thoughts and experiences. Ken K6MR From: kevin<mailto:kev...@coho.net> Sent: Sunday, October 31, 2021 22:43 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Errata she

Re: [Elecraft] Through-hole Replacement for K3 Q5 (2N7002)

2021-10-21 Thread Ken K6MR
this is Q5 on the main RF board. The active device parameters are different but not enough to worry about in the circuit where Q5 is used. It is nothing but a switch to reverse the active state of the 7R line to activate the big FET used for the Key Out line. The 2N7000 will be fine. Ken K6MR

Re: [Elecraft] HELP! XFINITY SHUT OFF INTERNET DUE TO HAM ANTENNAS

2021-10-20 Thread Ken K6MR
I’d start with the Public Utilities Commission. I had good response from them when dealing with PG I ‘think’ cable companies are under their jurisdiction, but if not they can probably tell you who does deal with them. Ken K6MR From: eric norris via Elecraft<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones for Hearing Loss

2021-10-13 Thread Ken Widelitz
The Heil PRAS works extremely well for me. 73, Ken, K6LA / VY2TT On Wed, Oct 13, 2021 at 3:54 PM Robert Strickland via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > I have ReSound hearing aids with a BlueTooth receive capability. They > link up with my iPhone automatically. Can I b

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: KX3 lithium ion polymer internal battery

2021-10-04 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Oct to early May.  Had 11 days below -65F ... when it finally warmed up to -30F, it felt like field jacket wx rather than parkas. 73, Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County On 10/4/2021 4:17 PM, Ken B wrote: Well you have not been to Hell Michigan.  I can 10

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: KX3 lithium ion polymer internal battery

2021-10-04 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Well you have not been to Hell Michigan.  I can 100% confirm it freezes over yearly  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Oct 4, 2021 at 7:10 PM, jerry wrote: On 2021-10-04 15:12, Skip Jensen wrote: > I would put an LiPoly inside one of my radios right after it has been > reliably

[Elecraft] K4

2021-08-16 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
I have 4 kids, I could give each another $1500.00 when I dieor I could buy A new K4 , Let’s see which should I do? Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Fans

2021-08-08 Thread Ken K6MR
KPA1500 owner’s manual, page 31. Under “menu items”, “fan speed min”. There are 5 levels from which to choose. I’ll refrain from asking you why. Ken K6MR From: Ronnie Hull<mailto:w5...@comcast.net> Sent: Sunday, August 8, 2021 10:08 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with IC-7610?

2021-08-01 Thread Ken Winterling
500 can read data from Kenwood and Yaesu transceivers. Why was Icom left out of the mix? Ken WA2LBI On Sun, Aug 1, 2021 at 4:33 PM CUTTER DAVID via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > > __ > Elecraft mailin

Re: [Elecraft] K3 & KX3 with KPA500/KAT500

2021-07-30 Thread Ken Winterling
=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8=1 Ken WA2LBI On Fri, Jul 30, 2021 at 3:37 PM Jim Brown wrote: > On 7/30/2021 9:43 AM, Phil Hystad via Elecraft wrote: > > Can this be done and if so has this been written up or documented > someplace? > > The KAT500, KPA500, and KPA1500 have excellent fre

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500/KPA500 with IC-7610?

2021-07-30 Thread Ken Winterling
6' long while the IC-PAC cable is 14" long. https://ldgelectronics.com/index.php/products/accessories/cables/ GL & 73! Ken WA2LBI On Fri, Jul 30, 2021 at 12:55 PM Buck wrote: > I am running that combo now. Plug a Ten-a-Tuner ($10) from W2ENY.com > into the antenna tuner j

[Elecraft] XV-144

2021-07-26 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Hello all, Anyone have a XV-144 for sale contact my via email - my email is good on QRZ - Thanks Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] Temperature or Warmth of KPA500 when "Off" ?

2021-07-01 Thread Ken Winterling
the rig(s) if necessary. Ken WA2LBI On Thu, Jul 1, 2021 at 4:30 PM Jim Brown wrote: > On 7/1/2021 10:49 AM, Bob McGraw wrote: > > As to shutting down the Elecraft equipment. > > It is VERY important to turn the K3 and K3S off at the radio, NOT by > killing power it. When t

Re: [Elecraft] Temperature or Warmth of KPA500 when "Off" ?

2021-07-01 Thread Ken Winterling
John, You could build a 220/240V outlet with a remote switch using a couple electrical boxes. Ken WA2LBI On Thu, Jul 1, 2021 at 1:01 PM John Nicholson wrote: > Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a 220V power strip? My > searches come up empty handed. I would like t

Re: [Elecraft] Temperature or Warmth of KPA500 when "Off" ?

2021-06-30 Thread Ken Winterling
Phil, No need to unplug the KPA500 when not in use. There is a master power switch on the rear panel that will disconnect everything. Ken WA2LBI On Wed, Jun 30, 2021 at 11:41 AM Louandzip via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > I use a clamp on ammeter and a short p

[Elecraft] 432 preamp for EME

2021-06-30 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Hello all, I'm looking for a pre-amp for 432 mhz - working on EME station - please contact me off list. My email info is good on qrz dot com. Thanks for the bandwidth. 73 Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] SP3 wanted

2021-06-16 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Anyone have a SP3 they would like to sell? Thanks Ken WB8PKK __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Don't Shoot!

2021-06-02 Thread Ken Winterling
is set to roughly 21%; adjusted slightly as necessary. Ken WA2LBI On Wed, Jun 2, 2021 at 8:10 PM Richard wrote: > Is there an RF overshoot problem using an IC-7300 with a KPA500? > > Richar

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 with Icom 7300

2021-06-02 Thread Ken Winterling
or no antenna connection. GL! Ken WA2LBI On Wed, Jun 2, 2021 at 5:16 PM Steven Roth wrote: > I am running an Icom 7300 with an LGD tuner. Putting together the KPA500 > kit. Can anyone with same setup give me advice on cable hookups between > radio and amp? Are there any IC 7300

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4 now in Rob Sherwood's RX performance table

2021-05-28 Thread Ken Widelitz
as it is, the K3s can't do that. 73, Ken, K6LA / VY2TT On Fri, May 28, 2021 at 1:09 PM David Gilbert wrote: > > I have a K3 with the new synths and nothing in the Sherwood data or > Wayne's post gives me any reason to switch to a K4, especially given the > cost to do so. Bells and whistles ar

[Elecraft] 70 cm beacon ?

2021-05-26 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
ele yagi. Thanks agn 73 Ken K5DNL __ 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 hosted by: http://www.qsl.net

[Elecraft] W2- Sensor

2021-05-15 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Anyone have a W2 - DCV/U 200a_144-450 MHz UHF sensor for sale contact me. My email is good on QRZ -- TU 73 Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] UHF - W2 Sensor

2021-05-10 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Anyone have a W2 - DCV/U 200a_144-450 MHz UHF sensor for sale contact me. My email is good on QRZ -- TU 73 Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] W2 Sensor

2021-05-06 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Hello all, I'm looking for a W2 VHF/UHF sensor - If you have one for sale contact me, My email is good on QRZ, Thanks 73 Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] RTTY Questions

2021-04-29 Thread Ken K6MR
My radios only do the power ramp up the first time you transmit after changing bands. Doesn’t take that long though. Less than one second I would guess. As noted, it’s the power control loop. Usually it’s not that noticeable. Ken K6MR From: John Reilly<mailto:reill...@gmail.com>

Re: [Elecraft] This does not bode well for the chip users of the world

2021-04-29 Thread Ken B via Elecraft
Its affecting everything - Tried to by a bunch of 555 timing chips for the local troops scouting project - none around, glad we don't need them till November.   On Thursday, April 29, 2021, 04:50:57 PM EDT, Wayne Burdick wrote: Many off-the-shelf parts are affected as well. Wayne

Re: [Elecraft] Record both RX signal and TX monitor in CW

2021-04-29 Thread Ken K6MR
Config -> LIN OUT -> tap REV/2 button. Use VFO A knob to adjust t= xxx to set transmit monitor level. 0 = none and up from there. Mine are set at 010. YMMV. Ken K6MR From: HP<mailto:pfizenma...@q.com> Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2021 23:36 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Ham Radio near high voltage power lines?

2021-04-27 Thread Ken K6MR
seem to be a big problem up here. One lineman told me they changed vendors to a new style and he’s seen quite a few go bad. My noise guy is still around, office in Cottonwood, just south of here. Friendly enough, and does help the process move forward. Ken K6MR From: Josh Fiden<mailt

[Elecraft] XV-432 Xverter

2021-04-27 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Hello All, Looking for a nice XV-432 at a reasonable price, My emailaddress is good on QRZ. Thanks Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Ham Radio near high voltage power lines?

2021-04-27 Thread Ken K6MR
noise and they go to work. Ken K6MR From: MIKE ZANE<mailto:n...@comcast.net> Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 10:33 To: j...@kk9a.com<mailto:j...@kk9a.com>; elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Ham Radio near high voltage power li

[Elecraft] XV432

2021-04-25 Thread Ken Roberson via Elecraft
Hello all, Is the XV432 stable enough for EME digi modes? Thanks agn 73 Ken K5DNL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] OT: High school drafting class, ~1975

2021-04-24 Thread Ken WA8JXM
the identical mirror images. Printing was erased and redone in readable form. Ken WA8JXM On Sat, Apr 24, 2021 at 2:05 PM Dave Fugleberg wrote: > Thanks for the memories Wayne! My High School drafting class was just a > couple of years after yours, and I remember it fondly. Everythi

Re: [Elecraft] Firesign Theater

2021-04-22 Thread Ken Widelitz
Wow, lots of Bozos on the Elecraft buss. I'm still waiting for the K4 electrician to build mine. 73, Ken, K6LA / VY2TT On Thu, Apr 22, 2021 at 11:41 AM Dave Cole wrote: > Do you live in an award winning communications trailer? Can you jump > the hole to the center of the Earth? Is your

Re: [Elecraft] Controlling KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7610

2021-04-19 Thread Ken Winterling
tenna port. If your KAT500 is not working that way with the IC-7610 TUNER button then I would recheck the cable wiring and verify that the KAT500 is connected to ANT1 on the IC-7610. If those are good it is possible there is a problem with the KAT500. Good luck! Ken WA2LBI On Mon, Apr 19, 20

Re: [Elecraft] Controlling KAT500/KPA500 with Icom 7610

2021-04-19 Thread Ken Winterling
ally useful and most ops of non Elecraft gear seem to just let the KPA500 (and KAT500) RF sense the transmitted RF to make necessary selections. Be sure to read the KAT500 manual section regarding "training" your tuner. GL! Ken WA2LBI On Mon, Apr 19, 2021 at 2:05 PM Buck wrot

Re: [Elecraft] Kpa500 not playing with my IC-7600

2021-03-27 Thread Ken Winterling
different vendors. What are the vendor names? Do you have a schematic diagram of either/both cables? If you are interested, I can send you a schematic of the cable I built. 73, Ken WA2LBI On Sat, Mar 27, 2021 at 2:43 PM Tom Ewing via Elecraft wrote: > > Good day, and thanks for reading.

Re: [Elecraft] How and How Often to Clean KPA-1500 Cooling Systems?

2021-03-27 Thread Ken K6MR
in hot exhaust from the top vents back into the amp. Of course this won’t be a problem if you have the amp on a desk with nothing above it. I have the minimum recommended clearance of 2” above the amp, and 4” above the power supply. Ken K6MR From: N4ZR<mailto:n...@comcast.net> Sent: Sa

Re: [Elecraft] FW: Sudden KpA1500 power reduction

2021-02-21 Thread Ken K6MR
“just not publically posted.” Which seems very strange since they post for all the radios, which are far more complex. When I asked about a schematic, I was told “No”. Same with some updates. Just seems strange. Ken K6MR From: Dr. William J. Schmidt<mailto:b...@wjschmidt.com> Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] Sudden KpA1500 power reduction

2021-02-21 Thread Ken K6MR
they’ve ever done that before. Ken K6MR From: Dave<mailto:rocke...@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2021 11:06 To: Dana Roode K6NR<mailto:dana.ro...@gmail.com> Cc: Elecraft Reflector<mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sudden KpA1500 power reduction I

Re: [Elecraft] Sudden KpA1500 power reduction

2021-02-21 Thread Ken K6MR
deck is going to take some time. I’d rather not if I don’t have to. Ken K6MR From: Dana Roode K6NR<mailto:dana.ro...@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2021 11:03 To: Frank Scolaro<mailto:fscol...@mindspring.com> Cc: Elecraft Reflector<mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subj

Re: [Elecraft] Remap VFO "B"

2021-02-15 Thread Ken K6MR
Don’t think so. The only way I know to use a big knob for RIT is a KPOD. Ken K6MR From: James AC0E<mailto:h...@ac0e.com> Sent: Monday, February 15, 2021 15:26 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net<mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Remap VFO "B" Ju

[Elecraft] Split mode access time?

2021-02-01 Thread Ken K6MR
is too short, 300 ms works, but may be overkill. If the value is 200 ms or less the radio drops a few dits at 36 wpm when you first transmit after a split mode change. What would be a good typical value that would always work? Tnx, Ken K6MR

  1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10   >