Re: [Elecraft] A Good Headset For A K3

2023-08-06 Thread Richard Thorne
I've tried the following: - Heil - Yamaha CM-500 - RadioSport Then I found the Inrad W1 http://vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/d9181.html Hands down the best, in my opinion. It's over the ears, doesn't clamp on, not heavy and is stout. Rich - N5ZC On 8/6/2023 11:37 AM, Eric Fitzgerald wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] Recommendation for Microphone for K3s?

2022-11-02 Thread Richard Thorne
I would recommend this, headset wise. http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/d9181.html Much better construction than the CM-500 and the Heil Pro Set in my opinion. It does not clamp your head like a RadioSport. I've tried them all and the W1 is my recommendation. Rich - N5ZC On

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 No Power Out (TX LED Does Not Come On)

2020-10-28 Thread Richard Thorne
Came out to the shack this morning and the KPA-1500 is not going into transmit. I verified that the PTT cable is shorting when the Flex 6600 goes into transmit. The amp operates properly otherwise. The ATU works, it shows the power out from the 6600, it just won't go into transmit (no Red

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Headphones Q

2020-10-14 Thread Richard Thorne
Do the QC-35 rest on your ear or are they over the ear? Rich - N5ZC On 10/14/2020 7:59 AM, Jim McDonald wrote: I just bought a pair yesterday at a closeout price of $170 from my local Costco. They have been discontinued. Costco online is now out of stock, but some stores still have them.

[Elecraft] N6TV Y-Box Available

2020-10-03 Thread Richard Thorne
I have an N6TV Y-Box available. This one comes with a cable specifically to control an Antenna Genius antenna switch. Email for pictures. $150 shipped. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Test

2020-10-03 Thread Richard Thorne
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Re: [Elecraft] Lightning Season, disconnect COMPUTER etc.

2020-08-14 Thread Richard Thorne
I took a hit a year ago in September. To make a long story short my ham desk now has 3 connections: - A single Coax - 120v - 220v All antenna switching and rotor control is via Green Heron Everywhere wireless interfaces.  My rotor boxes and switches can still take a hit but the equipment

Re: [Elecraft] Quiet Ductless HVAC System

2020-05-27 Thread Richard Thorne
I purchased 2 Ramson Units from https://www.ac-world.com/ One for my ham shack and one for my Wife's storage that holds all of her Special Olympics equipment. I installed it myself and then had an HVAC company come over to purge the lines etc just to be sure it was done correctly. Rich -

Re: [Elecraft] Problems with KRX3A

2020-05-26 Thread Richard Thorne
Gareth, You probably don't have the correct antenna port assigned to the sub receiver.  I'm not in front of my rig, but I believe you need to push and hold A/B (B Set) to get to the sub receiver, at that point be sure the correct antenna port is selected. Rich - N5ZC On 5/26/2020 10:05 AM,

Re: [Elecraft] Power supply for KS

2020-04-20 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a couple DuraComm LP-25's.  I've never had a single issue with them.  I adjusted a pot and took the voltage up to 14.5 volts. The LP-25's are switching power supplies.  I have not detected any receiver noise, so they're clean in my setup.  They have a cooling fan which only comes on

[Elecraft] KATxxx Remote Tuner

2020-04-19 Thread Richard Thorne
Eric/Wayne, Has there been any work done for a potential dedicated remote antenna tuner? A remote tuner that could handle 500 or 1500 watts to match up with amps power wise (Or just a barefoot K3/K4). Maybe a black box between the LAN on the K4 or ACC on the K3 so control signals could be

Re: [Elecraft] What softwares are available for Point-and-Click SDR/K3 control?

2020-02-17 Thread Richard Thorne
Duane, I've been using Win4k3suite along with a SDRplay RSP1A.  It works well. Rich - N5ZC On 2/17/2020 7:17 AM, bw...@fastmail.fm wrote: Hi all, I'm wondering what software solutions are available to provide an SDR band display, which incorporates Point-and-Click functionality that controls

[Elecraft] 50 ohm SMD Dummy Load Kit

2019-12-29 Thread Richard Thorne
I picked up a SMD soldering station and would like to give surface mount a try. Any suggestions on a SMD 50 ohm dummy load kit? Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Elecraft Vs Flex

2019-11-21 Thread Richard Thorne
I've had a couple K3's then a Flex 6600, now I'm back to a K3S. I like both radio's but there's a few features I like better on the K3S. - The noise blanker works - The QSK is fantastic. I really like QSK while chasing DX. - There's others but the above, especially QSK, pushes

Re: [Elecraft] 4k monitors for the shack, late 2019

2019-11-07 Thread Richard Thorne
Scott, I've been looking at the following monitor https://www.newegg.com/lg-43ud79-b-43-uhd/p/N82E16824025629  The price recently dropped as it used to be in the $600+ range. Watch the video on the LG site.  You can have multiple inputs. For example your main computer and maybe the output

Re: [Elecraft] K-POD needed

2019-10-04 Thread Richard Thorne
Highly recommended, I enjoy the one I have. Rich - N5ZC Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 4, 2019, at 10:14 AM, Frank Krozel wrote: > > Guess I missed the last one, if you have an extra K-POD, please contact me - > offline > > kg9h at ARRL dot net > > -73- FrankKG9H > kg9hfr...@gmail.com >

Re: [Elecraft] kpa 1500

2019-08-26 Thread Richard Thorne
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Power Supply Fan Noise

2019-06-11 Thread Richard Thorne
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[Elecraft] K4: DX Spots Displayed on PanAdapter

2019-06-09 Thread Richard Thorne
I looked at the K4 at HamCom on Friday.  Very nice. Unfortunately the demo was not running for some unforeseen reason (murphy I'm sure). The rep there said there would be an API for 3rd party software. Will this make it possible to display DX Spots from logging programs like DXLab?  If

[Elecraft] K3S - Win4K3Suite - SDRPlay

2019-06-09 Thread Richard Thorne
I'd like to try Win4K3Suite with an SDRplay receiver.  I've been looking for a block diagram showing how the SDRPlay is connected to the K3S or P3. I understand it's a just a matter of connecting the output of the P3 I.F. to the SDRPlay. Can the P3 be bypassed and use the I.F. output

[Elecraft] K3S: CW and Digital Interface

2019-05-28 Thread Richard Thorne
When I had a K3 I used a Microham microKeyer II to handle CW and RTTY. I went with another manufacturers rig for the last couple years and I'm now back to  a K3S. What is the recommended interface these days?  A winkeyer for cw and AFSK via the built in sound card or. Thanks Rich -

Re: [Elecraft] K4 LAN (Or KPA-1500) - 4O3A Antenna Genius Control?

2019-05-23 Thread Richard Thorne
Would it be possible to add this feature to the KPA-1500 since it already has an ethernet connection? Rich - N5ZC On 5/23/2019 5:36 AM, Richard Thorne wrote: Will the K4 have the ability to control the 4O3A Antenna Genius 8x2 or 8x1  antenna switch over the LAN network? Rich - N5ZC

[Elecraft] K4 LAN - 4O3A Antenna Genius Control?

2019-05-23 Thread Richard Thorne
Will the K4 have the ability to control the 4O3A Antenna Genius 8x2 or 8x1  antenna switch over the LAN network? Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4?

2019-05-16 Thread Richard Thorne
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[Elecraft] K3S Interface for Digital Modes?

2019-05-07 Thread Richard Thorne
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[Elecraft] Elecraft Remote Tuner?

2019-03-31 Thread Richard Thorne
How about a remote tuner option? Maybe the KAT-500 repackaged so the tuner can be installed at the feed point.  Have voltage and control signals sent down the coax vs a separate control line? As a 2nd option a beefed up remote tuner to handle the KPA-1500? I know there's been talk of a K4

Re: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement

2019-01-09 Thread Richard Thorne
Jim, I have a pair of Yamaha C-500's which I like a lot, however, I wanted to try something different that was built a little better. I picked up an Inrad W1 from Vibroplex.  Physically they are built much better than the CM-500.  They are over the ear like the CM-500's and they do a bit

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Web Storefront Problem

2019-01-03 Thread Richard Thorne
I ran into this problem a few weeks ago.  I was ordering the 4-40 thumbscrews so I could attach my KX2 to a desk stand. Click on quick order.  Then go a couple paragraphs down and you'll see 'Parts Order Here' in blue.  Click on that link and place your order.  The shipping charges should be

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan on stby

2018-11-09 Thread Richard Thorne
As soon as the supply has a load on it a good bit of the noise is reduced. Maybe there's a way to put a small constant load on the supply? Rich - N5ZC On 11/8/2018 6:59 AM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote: Why is the KPA1500 PS fan making so much noise when the amp is in STBY and just the ATU

[Elecraft] Test

2018-10-21 Thread Richard Thorne
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Software

2018-10-17 Thread Richard Thorne
I use Firefox and I was able to get to 1.22 From the main web site:     - click on Firmware & S/W     - click on Logging and Remote Control Software for the ...     - scroll down to KPA1500, KPA500, KAT500 Remote Software Rich - N5ZC On 10/17/2018 12:43 PM, Rick WA6NHC wrote: I'm

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply Cable Size

2018-08-01 Thread Richard Thorne
Mike, I went directly to Elecraft with my question. The answer is 6g. I was told to be sure to use the correct crimp tool for the job.  If I make the cable I'll probably just have Powerwerx handle it as they have the correct hydraulic tool for the job. Rich - N5ZC On 8/1/2018 12:56 PM,

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply Cable Size

2018-07-28 Thread Richard Thorne
problem, besides price, for the Powerwerx custom cables is that they don't have twisted pair  only parallel conductors. 73, Clay, KY5G Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: Richard Thorne Date: 7/28/18 15:52 (GMT-06:00) To: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply Cable Size

2018-07-28 Thread Richard Thorne
PP's for years, just never had a need for 75 amp PP's so I never purchased the equipment. Rich - N5ZC On 7/28/2018 7:04 AM, Richard Thorne wrote: What gauge wire is used for the HV line between the power supply and amp?  I'd like to build or source a shorter cable. Thanks Rich - N5ZC

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply Cable Size

2018-07-28 Thread Richard Thorne
What gauge wire is used for the HV line between the power supply and amp?  I'd like to build or source a shorter cable. Thanks Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Amp comparisons

2018-07-23 Thread Richard Thorne
Rick, I have a KPA-1500 and a KPA-500.  To be honest, with my decent antenna system, 500 watts is plenty, most of the time.  I purchased the KPA-1500 as I plan to get serious chasing DX on the low bands. If you already have a K3 I would stay with Elecraft and get either KPA model, you just

Re: [Elecraft] An OCD thought about the KAT500

2018-06-27 Thread Richard Thorne
If you add the KPA-500 on top of the KAT-500, the stack will be the same height as a K3 when the K3 bale is deployed. Rich - N5ZC On 6/27/2018 2:04 PM, Michael Blake wrote: I received and completed my KAT500k this morning and I must say it is quite a tuner. Very nice indeed. Very capable.

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise Update - Not Bad at all

2018-06-17 Thread Richard Thorne
As you know I was one of the concerned individuals about fan noise. I went ahead and took delivery of the amp Friday and hooked it up this morning. I have all of the equipment installed in a rack just to the right of my operating desk (updated pictures on qrz.com) within easy reach. I went

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 received and installed

2018-06-15 Thread Richard Thorne
FB John, Mine arrived today. Unfortunately I’m in Colorado getting ready to activate a SOTA in the morning with a kx2, so I won’t get to install the kpa-1500 until Sunday. Wait this is not unfortunate, getting outside with a kx2 is a good thing. WG0AT and I will be activating W0C/SP-081.

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Fan Noise - Not An Issue

2018-06-04 Thread Richard Thorne
Don, Thanks for the updated information.  It's quite helpful. For those of you that don't think that fan noise is a potential problem, you need to understand my point of view on this. I've tried very hard to get a good clean noise free signal to my speaker or head phones..  This starts with

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Fan Noise Video posted

2018-06-02 Thread Richard Thorne
(which are indeed noisy) provide the >> KPA1500 with enhanced cooling capability that is >> simply not available on other amplifiers. Don, >> N5LZ -Original Message- From: >> elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net >> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.n

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise - YouTube ?

2018-06-01 Thread Richard Thorne
This fan noise issue has me concerned to the point that I’m considering cancelling my order. While the amp won’t be on my operating desk, it will be on a rack next to my operating desk. Remoting the amp is not an option. Quite frankly I have no interest in remoting the amp. Is there anyone

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] A little late, but.... CQ WPX (CW) going on right now

2018-05-27 Thread Richard Thorne
I'm having a blast with my KX3.  I'm putting a serious dent in QRP DXCC this weekend. I'm working EU on 20m normally with the 1st or 2nd call with 5 watts. The KX3 has a great receiver and does not get wiped out with nearby strong signals. Rich - N5ZC On 5/26/2018 9:49 PM, Wayne Burdick

Re: [Elecraft] K4?

2018-05-19 Thread Richard Thorne
I was going to make the suggestion for a rig with out knobs. All of my current equipment is rack mounted.  I operate with software and a mouse.  Keeps the desk uncluttered and the monitor below eye level.  The K3 Remote could be used if one wanted knobs. Rich - N5ZC On 5/19/2018 5:36 PM,

[Elecraft] Product Announcements?

2018-05-17 Thread Richard Thorne
Well, Are there any new product announcement leaks prior to tomorrow? Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] I need a set of side panels for a PX3

2018-04-28 Thread Richard Thorne
I picked up a nice used PX3 which has the Side KX end panels but the unit did not come with the original end panels. If you have a set your not using let me know.  Paypal ready. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 request

2018-03-28 Thread Richard Thorne
Dick, Check out the 4O3A antenna genius.  There's a 2x8 and a 1x8 version. You can control the switch's via one of three methods:     - LAN - There's a Windows app to control the switch or a Flex transceiver can control it over the network     - Point to point so you can use an 8 position

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and PS Dimensions

2018-03-24 Thread Richard Thorne
See page 28 The height including feet is an additional .6" for a total of 5.1". Rich - N5ZC On 3/24/2018 12:26 PM, Dennis Ashworth wrote: I can’t locate the physical dimensions for the KPA1500 and PS in the .pdf manual. Anyone have the dimensions handy? Thanks Dennis, K7FL Sent from my

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Deliver Update

2018-03-15 Thread Richard Thorne
Any updates on delivery time?  Last one was posted on 02/20. Thanks Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Shipping Status

2018-02-20 Thread Richard Thorne
Hello Elecraft, Just curious if there's an update on the shipping status.  I ordered in the latter half of January. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Travel Case for Portable Operation

2018-02-08 Thread Richard Thorne
Thanks for all the great ideas on case's and back packs.  Now to sift through them and make a decision. 73, Rich - N5ZC On 2/7/2018 3:27 PM, Richard Thorne wrote: I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field. I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan

[Elecraft] KX2 Travel Case for Portable Operation

2018-02-07 Thread Richard Thorne
I've seen a few neat ideas on how to carry/use a KX2 in the field. I just picked up a very nice KX2 (Thanks WB5XX) that I plan on using for SOTA op's.  It came with the SideKX end panels and the protective plastic cover. I was on a SOTA trip with WG0AT last September and he had a very nice

[Elecraft] Test

2018-02-06 Thread Richard Thorne
I haven't received any emails from this list in a few days... Rich - N5ZC __ 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

[Elecraft] New Product Speculation

2018-02-06 Thread Richard Thorne
Let the rumors / guess's begin on what will be announced at Dayton/Xenia. Maybe an External/remote antenna tuner that can be mounted outdoors that communicates with a  K3(s) or KX3 and follows along like the K3(s)/KAT-500 does.  Two versions, 500 watt and 1500 watt so it can handle a KPA-500

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Software?

2018-01-18 Thread Richard Thorne
Will there be any software to monitor control the KPA-1500? I will probably rack mount it, and while it will be within easy reach, it would be nice to have a window's app to monitor things. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions for Introducing a 10-year-old to Amateur Radio and Electronics

2017-10-15 Thread Richard Thorne
Hi Knut, I've operated a couple SOTA's this year. So far other hikers have been quite interested in what I was doing and didn't seemed to be annoyed, just curious in what I was doing. Rich - N5ZC On 10/15/2017 4:21 PM, ab2tc wrote: Hi again, Not a bad idea. We were very successful in

Re: [Elecraft] Drone antenna launch Field portable! Changed topic.

2017-08-31 Thread Richard Thorne
John, Just re-read your email, does the Phantom have an extra receiver slot? I have a Chroma that's a few years old which would have plenty of lift for a wire antenna, I need to check to see if it has an extra receiver slot. Rich - N5ZC On 8/31/2017 8:11 AM, Richard Thorne wrote: John, Do

Re: [Elecraft] Drone antenna launch Field portable! Changed topic.

2017-08-31 Thread Richard Thorne
John, Do use a separate receiver in order to activate the release or is there an extra slot on the drone receiver? I'm assuming your using a bind - n - fly drone.  If it's home brew with your own receiver then it probably has a spare slot that you can program a switch to? Rich - N5ZC On

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 Signal While Transmitting

2017-08-03 Thread Richard Thorne
I've noticed it as well on a KX3/PX3 new to me (ie bought used) combo. If you get an answer let me know. Rich - N5ZC On 8/3/2017 10:53 AM, Roger Meadows wrote: When I'm sending code, I noticed that there is a signal showing up just to the right of the frequency I'm on. It goes away when I'm

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Update

2017-07-25 Thread Richard Thorne
Any updates on when ordering will start and when the amp will ship? Thanks in advance. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] NoGaQRP Rig Stands

2017-06-12 Thread Richard Thorne
I purchased a 30/60 radio stand from Paul, W4KLY last week. The unit is very nice and does exactly what I wanted it to do, stack the PX3 above the KX3 which fits nicely on my operating desk. For those not familiar with the stands (there are several different models) check out

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Dimensions?

2017-05-15 Thread Richard Thorne
Wayne, What is the height of the amp with the feet sitting on the desk (bail not extended)? Thanks Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Dimensions?

2017-04-28 Thread Richard Thorne
What is the height of the amp including the feet? and how much clearance is needed above the amp for air flow? Thanks Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] KPA-1500: Gain Mod when FCC Lifts 15db Rule

2017-04-21 Thread Richard Thorne
So if and when the FCC lifts the 15db gain rule, will there be a mod available to increase the gain capability so a KX3 or KX2 could drive this bad boy? Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Another really good reason to come to the Visailia DX convention this weekend...

2017-04-20 Thread Richard Thorne
Looks like a built in tuner?? Rich - N5ZC On 4/20/2017 11:50 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: http://www.elecraft.com/images/visalia1.jpg Watch this space for further details :) 73, Wayne, N6KR Eric, WA6HHQ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] OT - operating QRP at same park

2017-04-16 Thread Richard Thorne
May have been the same issue if the radios were on opposite frequencies. The station on 20 was, more than likely, getting hit with 40m harmonics. I have high power band pass filters (4O3A products) and I can still here my 40m signal on the exact harmonic on 20m. For example if I'm

[Elecraft] Fwd: Fwd: KPA500/KAT500 For Sale

2017-04-07 Thread Richard Thorne
Sorry I wasn't specific enough. Both the amp and tuner sold this morning. Thanks for all the interest. Rich - N5ZC Forwarded Message Subject:Fwd: KPA500/KAT500 For Sale Date: Fri, 7 Apr 2017 08:42:49 -0500 From: Richard Thorne <rtho...@rthorne.

[Elecraft] Fwd: KPA500/KAT500 For Sale

2017-04-07 Thread Richard Thorne
Amp is sold. Rich - N5ZC Forwarded Message Subject:KPA500/KAT500 For Sale Date: Thu, 6 Apr 2017 08:16:54 -0500 From: Richard Thorne <rtho...@rthorne.net> To: Elecraft Reflector <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> I have a KPA500/KAT500 for sale. Includ

[Elecraft] KPA500/KAT500 For Sale

2017-04-06 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a KPA500/KAT500 for sale. Includes interface cable that goes between both units and a USB/serial cable for each unit. I have the original shipping boxes. $2300 shipped USA only. I accept paypal add 3%. More info here: https://swap.qth.com/view_ad.php?counter=1320456 Rich - N5ZC

Re: [Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

2017-03-30 Thread Richard Thorne
. The commercial combiners that I have seen are extremely expensive and are not set up for the KPA500 automatic band switching. Perhaps an Elecraft KPA combiner would would be a good option? John KK9A from: Richard Thorne rthorne at rthorne.net Thu Mar 30 12:31:48 EDT 2017 I have a pair of KPA-500's

[Elecraft] Amp Thoughts: 1000 watts or 1500 watts?

2017-03-30 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a pair of KPA-500's for an SO2R setup. Seamless. I've been running the numbers on the advantage of going to 1000 or 1500 watts. 500 watts to 1000 watts - 3.01 db gain 500 watts to 1500 watts - 4.77 db gain Will the increase from 1000 to 1500 watts or a 1.76 db increase in gain,

Re: [Elecraft] Last Call - Elecraft K3S Raffle

2017-03-22 Thread Richard Thorne
Page 2 was for the prior year, 2016. Rich - N5ZC On 3/22/2017 10:57 AM, k5oai wrote: Don said: Check page 2 of their website. The K3S was won by N5OHV. 73, Don W3FPR Sorry Don but that is incorrect. I just sent their Webmaster the question and he replied with: I've been out of town for

Re: [Elecraft] Considering KPA500/KAT500 Combo with Flex 6500

2017-02-09 Thread Richard Thorne
Kevin, I don't think you can go wrong with the KPA500/KAT500 combo. I use one with my 6700. Download and install DDUTIL on your computer which does a great job integrating the 6XXX and amp combo together. A couple of things DDUTIL will do for you: - Drive power by band - Amp

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: Re: K3 signal at 28004

2016-12-11 Thread Richard Thorne
I hear the signal on 28.005 on a Flex 6700 with the KPA-500/KAT-500 combo. If I disconnect the power from the KAT-500 the signal goes away. So the issue does not appear to be rig specific. I'd like to know what the mod is as well. Rich - N5ZC On 12/11/2016 10:54 AM, Mark E. Musick wrote:

[Elecraft] RM-11708: CW and RTTY users please read

2016-08-21 Thread Richard Thorne
To all CW/RTTY users... RM-11708, as currently written/proposed, will have a detrimental and negative impact on the cw/rtty sub-bands. Ted, N9NB, is very well versed on the subject. Please check https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodore_Rappaport for Ted's back ground. He is a very active

[Elecraft] Two 2.7khz 5 pole Filters Available

2016-05-30 Thread Richard Thorne
I upgraded my K3 from the 2.7khz 5 pole filters to the 2.8khz 8 pole filters. I have two 2.7khz filters available. Make me an offer if you need them. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Fwd: KPAK3AUX Cable Set

2016-04-24 Thread Richard Thorne
Sold. Rich - N5ZC Forwarded Message Subject:[Elecraft] KPAK3AUX Cable Set Date: Sat, 23 Apr 2016 17:14:11 -0500 From: Richard Thorne <rtho...@rthorne.net> To: Elecraft Reflector <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> I have the KPAK3AUX cable set available.

[Elecraft] KPAK3AUX Cable Set

2016-04-23 Thread Richard Thorne
I have the KPAK3AUX cable set available. As pictured here: http://www.elecraft.com/manual/KPAK3AUX%20Cable%20Set%20Instructions.pdf $22 shipped priority Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3/100 F for sale

2016-04-23 Thread Richard Thorne
The K3 is sold. On 4/23/2016 10:24 AM, Richard Thorne wrote: The K3/100F is a factory unit serial 1284 in excellent physical and electrical condition. It's been back to the factory a few times for all of the upgrades including the gold pins and the 12v upgrade which supports the P3. Included

[Elecraft] K3/100 F for sale

2016-04-23 Thread Richard Thorne
The K3/100F is a factory unit serial 1284 in excellent physical and electrical condition. It's been back to the factory a few times for all of the upgrades including the gold pins and the 12v upgrade which supports the P3. Included features/options: KAT3-F KRX3 2nd receiver. Both receivers

[Elecraft] Original KXV3A Board for sale

2016-02-21 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a KXV3A board that allows you to connect a receive an antenna a transverter and a P3. This board does not support the internal 144mhz board. You will need to order about $16 in parts in order to install it in your K3. This will get you the TMP cable, the back plate and the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 For Sale

2016-02-21 Thread Richard Thorne
The K3/P3 have been sold. Thanks Rich - N5ZC On 2/20/2016 3:17 PM, Richard Thorne wrote: I have the following K3-100F (not S) for sale. Serial # 8233 with the following features: Main Receiver has the following 8 Pole Filters: 6, 2.8,1.8,.400,.250 KRX3-F Sub Receiver with the following 8

[Elecraft] K3 For Sale

2016-02-20 Thread Richard Thorne
I have the following K3-100F (not S) for sale. Serial # 8233 with the following features: Main Receiver has the following 8 Pole Filters: 6, 2.8,1.8,.400,.250 KRX3-F Sub Receiver with the following 8 pole Filters: 2.8, .400 KDVR3-F Digital Voice Recorder KXV3B-F RX Ant., 2nd Pre-Amp, IF Out and

[Elecraft] K3 For Sale

2016-02-17 Thread Richard Thorne
I have the following K3-100F (not S) for sale. Serial # 8233 with the following features: Main Receiver has the following 8 Pole Filters: 6, 2.8,1.8,.400,.250 KRX3-F Sub Receiver with the following 8 pole Filters: 2.8, .400 KDVR3-F Digital Voice Recorder KXV3B-F RX Ant., 2nd Pre-Amp, IF Out and

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - 10 Meters

2016-01-27 Thread Richard Thorne
What you need is the updated KXV3B. I upgraded from the KXV3A. The B version includes 2 preamps for 12,10 and 6 meters. I've noticed a significant improvement on 10m. Rich - N5ZC On 1/27/2016 2:17 PM, Larry Boekeloo wrote: My K3 is rather "deaf" on 10 and I was wondering how significant

[Elecraft] KXV3A For Sale - $95 Shipped

2016-01-23 Thread Richard Thorne
I just upgraded one of my rigs from a KXV3A to a KXV3B. This KXV3A will accept the internal 2 meter option, K144XV. Includes the KXV3A, rear panel plate, TMP cable assembly and mounting screws. The manual is available on line. Pic available. $95 shipped priority mail to USA. Rich - N5ZC

[Elecraft] Anti Static Bench

2016-01-22 Thread Richard Thorne
I've been in my shop for 4 years now and I finally have a plan on how I want to finish it out. One of the features will be a place to build kit's or work on my K3's which requires an antistatic mat. I saw one of these in a catalog that came across my desk at work.

[Elecraft] Lost Receive on All Bands

2016-01-19 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a K3 (1 of 2) that suddenly has lost all receive. I've checked the obvious things. - I'm not using the rx antenna - I have antenna 1 selected and the coax is attached to it - Diversity receive is turned off I have disconnected all connections on the back of the rig. All I

[Elecraft] KXV3A For Sale - $95 Shipped

2016-01-09 Thread Richard Thorne
I just upgraded one of my rigs from a KXV3A to a KXV3B. This KXV3A will accept the internal 2 meter option, K144XV. Includes the KXV3A, rear panel plate, TMP cable assembly and mounting screws. The manual is available on line. $95 shipped priority mail to USA. Rich - N5ZC

Re: [Elecraft] P3 transmit monitor

2015-12-09 Thread Richard Thorne
Barry, I have one as I needed a watt meter/swr meter to go in line with my AL-1200 amp/K3-P3 combo. I have another K3-P3 with a KPA-500/KAT-500, I didn't bother with the monitor on this P3 as it's simply not needed as both the KPA-500 and KAT-500 have watt/swr meters. I'm still playing

[Elecraft] two 2.7khz filters available

2015-10-03 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a pair of 2.7khz filters available if anyone is interested. I just replaced them with 2.8khz filters. Make me a reasonable offer for both. Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 so2r advice please

2015-07-04 Thread Richard Thorne
Joe, this is a tough question to answer. Hardware requirements are driven by several things. I was lucky and found a nice used Microham micro keyer 2r+ for less than half of new. I really like it as it's very powerful (and trust me I am no expert on the subject, I'm still learning). The

Re: [Elecraft] Adding the KPA500 with the KAT3 installed

2015-02-19 Thread Richard Thorne
Bypass it. Rich - N5ZC On 2/19/2015 6:33 PM, Harry Yingst via Elecraft wrote: I was wondering what others do when they add the KPA500 and they have the KAT3. Do most just bypass it , or remove it and put the KANT3 module back in? Thank you

Re: [Elecraft] kpa1500?

2014-12-12 Thread Richard Thorne
I'd be a buyer. Rich - N5ZC On 12/12/2014 6:17 PM, CenturyLink Customer wrote: As a 6 month Elecrafter (k3+p3) I have never seen any discussion nor requests for a legal limit compatible Elecraft amplifier with the seamless attributes of the kpa500 . It would seem that the now extablished

[Elecraft] EME Radio - 144mhz Transverter or 2m Module

2014-08-30 Thread Richard Thorne
I'm starting to get the bug to try something different and EME has grabbed my attention. I already have a couple K3's and would like to put one to use for EME. Which is the better option the external 144mhz transverter or the internal 2m option? Thanks Rich - N5ZC

Re: [Elecraft] SWR difference between 2 different K3's

2014-07-20 Thread Richard Thorne
measure near 1.0:1. All other bands show 1.0:1 while driving the amp. K3-A sees a 1.0:1 SWR on 40m while driving the KPA-500. Something is up with measuring SWR on 40m with K3-B, even after calibrating the wattmeter. Rich - N5ZC On 7/19/2014 7:10 PM, Richard Thorne wrote: I have a strange swr

[Elecraft] SWR difference between 2 different K3's

2014-07-19 Thread Richard Thorne
I have a strange swr issue I'm trying to resolve. I have two K3's for an SO2R setup, lets call them K3-A and K3-B. On 40 meters the swr that the K3 displays on K3-A indicates what is to be expected 1.5:1 at 7.001 and 2.0:1 at 7.105, however on K3-B the K3 displays 1.0:1 at 7.001 and 2.7:1

[Elecraft] For Sale: Microham DB37 Cable DB37-EL-K3

2014-06-04 Thread Richard Thorne
I have the above cable for an Elecraft K3. $45 shipped USA. Rich - N5ZC __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Receiver Protection

2014-06-01 Thread Richard Thorne
Larry, The Microham mk2r+ will do exactly what you want to accomplish. If both rigs are on the same frequency, neither will transmit. It is, however, an expensive solution. I was lucky and picked up a used one at a very good price. Rich - N5ZC On 5/31/2014 11:04 PM, Jeff via Elecraft

[Elecraft] WTB Microham DB37-EL-K3R

2014-05-25 Thread Richard Thorne
I'm looking for a DB37-EL-K3R cable which uses the rear panel mic connection of the K3. If you have one please contact me. Thanks Rich - N5ZC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

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