[Elecraft] QRPworks at Pacificon

2018-10-14 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi All, QRPworks will be at Pacificon in San Ramon, CA next weekend. It's our first time there and we're excited to be part of it. We'll have the usual array of QRPworks goodies, including the new SolMate small solar charge controller, and a limited supply of our new Stay Tuned SWR and Power

[Elecraft] QRPworks review in QST

2017-10-20 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, We're excited that the QRPworks SideKar and K-Board have been reviewed in the recently published Product Review issue of QST (Nov. 2017). Actually, we're more than excited, as you can imagine. If you haven't seen it and would like to, it's on our website, with permissionm from the ARRL:

Re: [Elecraft] New Product Idea for Elecraft - addendum

2017-09-28 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
And for completeness, we'd like to mention the QRPworks "K-Board" as another viable option. The K-Board holds 200 messages or macros, in 10 groups of 20. And each group of 20 can be named..."Field Day", Contest A", Contest B", etc. Like the SideKar and SideKar Plus, each of the 200 slots can be

[Elecraft] New QRPworks product: Key Line Pi

2017-09-15 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, QRPworks is pleased to announce that our newest product, Key Line Pi, for the KX2 and KX3 is now available. It was first introduced at Hamvention earlier this year with a limited quantity available, but is now in production and available on our website. What is Key Line Pi? It is a

[Elecraft] QRPworks at FDIM & Hamvention

2017-05-15 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, Just a quick note to let you know that QRPworks will be at FDIM and Hamvention later this week. We'll be in building 1, booth 1611, right across the aisle from Elecraft and next to Pro Audio Engineering. We'll be introducing the new SideKar Plus, a cousin of the SideKar but with a

[Elecraft] QRPworks ADIF Utility Update

2017-02-18 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, Just a quick note to let all interested to know there is a new version of the free QRPworks ADIF Utility available (version 1.9). The ADIF Utility is used to export your log in any of the QRPworks products to an ADIF file on your PC or Mac. The Utility was enhanced based on a request

Re: [Elecraft] Ham Central Terminal

2017-02-01 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Ed, Howard, The HCT draws less than 20 ma with the backlight off, which is typical when using it outdoors (it has a transflective display). With the backlight off, a 9V Alkaline battery should last approx. 20 hours. 2.5 times longer with a 9V Lithium battery. With the backlight on, it is

[Elecraft] QRPworks SideKars are back in stock

2016-12-01 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, For those waiting for a SideKar, we're pleased to let you know that they are back in stock, along with the custom mounting brackets so they can be attached to the top of the KX2 or the right side of the KX3. Orders are now shipping immediately. 73, Shel KF0UR www.QRPworks.com --

[Elecraft] SideKars are now in stock

2016-09-15 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, QRPworks is happy to report that SideKars are now in stock and shipping. There was a delay this summer as a new case was designed to accommodate the KX2. The new universal case allows it to: - be mounted on top of a KX2 - be mounted on the right side of the KX3 (like the original case)

[Elecraft] New K-Board Feature

2016-09-07 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, We want to let you know of a new feature in the QRPworks K-Board for the KX2, KX3, K3, K3S. In our first firmware release, using the free Message Management Utility that runs on a PC or Mac, you could define 10 named groups of 20 messages and/or rig macros (80 characters each). You then

Re: [Elecraft] [Kx3] [Kx2] CW-Machine as logger

2016-07-13 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi Hajo, You may want to consider a product from QRPworks. The SideKar and Ham Central Terminal are made to work with the KX3, KX2, K3, and K3S. It talks to the KX3 using one cable (provided) and has a logger for 1000 QSOs. I use it all the time activating a national park here for NPOTA. - it

[Elecraft] New Product from QRPworks

2016-05-11 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, Just wanted to let you know that the new K-Board from QRPworks is now available. It's a smart keyboard interface for the K3 / K3S that is small and lightweight. It is used to create and send lots of messages and macros, with a wireless or wired USB keyboard. Plus more. The free

[Elecraft] New Product

2016-05-11 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, Just wanted to let you know that the new K-Board from QRPworks is now available. It's a smart keyboard interface for the KX3 that is small and lightweight. It is used to create and send lots of messages and macros, with a wireless or wired USB keyboard. Plus more. The free Message

[Elecraft] SideKar Update - Beta testers needed

2015-09-08 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi All, Just a note to let SideKar owners and those interested know that there is a new firmware version available and we're looking for Beta testers. The new version adds additional contest specific features, starting with Field Day. This new feature will make it easier to log during a

Re: [Elecraft] SideKar vs PX3

2015-09-08 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Steve, With the SideKar, you only have to enter the call once. Then it's used in all messages and the log as well. And if it's there, the log will automatically position you in the Exchange field, as that's the only field you need to enter (by paddle or keyboard). 73, Shel KF0UR -- View

Re: [Elecraft] SideKar vs PX3

2015-09-08 Thread Shel Radin
t;you" to have the >DSP >answers, either... Minus six for Elecraft (afc+agc*kx3+k3+ks3)=6... > >3) Elecraft has never said anything about a logging function with the >pX3 keyboard option, either. Plus one for SideKar. > >Christmas isn't that far off and SideKar is st

[Elecraft] QRPworks SideKar with Side KX end panels

2015-05-30 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Greetings, We had some questions whether the new SideKar for the KX3 will fit on the KX3 with the GEMS Side KX panels installed. The answer is YES. The Side KX panels do not have to be removed. I posted a few pics in the Yahoo user group photo albums with the SideKar mounted along with the

[Elecraft] HCT 2.2.1 Beta Release

2013-12-27 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Greetings, Ham Central Terminal (HCT) version 2.2.1 is now ready and we're looking for Beta testers of this new release. Here's what's new: *Feature: Transmit Buffer* *What it does*: gives you the ability to backspace and correct typos when using a keyboard to send PSK31, RTTY, or CW. *How

[Elecraft] Ham Central Terminal order page is up

2013-07-17 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Hi all, This note is to let you know that the Ham Central Terminal (for the KX3 and K3) order page is now available at www.QRPworks.com We anticipate shipping in 10 days, as the last part needed to complete the HCTs is expected to be delivered next week. HCTs for those who made a reservation at

[Elecraft] QRPworks Ham Central Terminal

2013-05-18 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
will notify each of you individually when we are ready to ship to make make payment arrangements. 73 Shel Radin KF0UR and Steve Silverman KB3SII -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/QRPworks-Ham-Central-Terminal-tp7573812.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PSK31/RTTY/CW Accessory

2012-07-23 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Working on the next steppls stand by :-) -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-PSK31-RTTY-CW-Accessory-tp7559657p7559686.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __

[Elecraft] KX3 PSK31/RTTY/CW Accessory

2012-07-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Dear KX3 Community, FYI...I just finished a homebrew project to enhance my PSK31/RTTY experience with the KX3. I love the innovative feature in the KX3 (and K3) where you can send and receive PSK31 and RTTY while portable, without a computer. But I thought a nifty enhancement would be to capture

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 Waterproof Case

2012-04-02 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
FWIW, I've used the Pelican 1060 for a number of years. It's waterproof, crushproof, dustproof, and a few other proofs. It has room for the KX1, Palm Mini Paddle and cable, small folding headphones, DC Power cable, and some coax connector adapters. It's more expensive than the Plano, but I

Re: [Elecraft] Portable Power Supply

2012-01-23 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Thanks, Phil (and everyone else). I'm planning on using the supply with the KX3 at the 10 watt output as well. I'm guessing something in the order of 2 amps will be needed. This should provide the needed current with a little overhead to spare. By the way, when I got home last night, I found

[Elecraft] Portable Power Supply

2012-01-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Greetings All, Here I am portable at my mother-in-law's place in NY (home QTH is CO). I was fortunate enough to bring my KX1 with me to make *good* use of my time while visiting. With the internal batteries (1-2 watts out) and a 36 foot wire tossed out of the window of her 4th floor apartment,

[Elecraft] Portable Power Supply

2012-01-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Greetings All, Here I am portable at my mother-in-law's place in NY (home QTH is CO). I was fortunate enough to bring my KX1 with me to make *good* use of my time while visiting. With the internal batteries (1-2 watts out) and a 36 foot wire tossed out of the window of her 4th floor apartment,

Re: [Elecraft] Portable Power Supply

2012-01-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Sorry for the double post. I received a nabble error message when I originally posted, thinking it didn't make it, so I posted again. I tried to delete one of them, but they persist! -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2012-01-01 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Greetings, As others have stated well, there are as many objectives for the KX3 and FT-817 as there are users. For me, the KX3 fills the bill that multiple rigs have filled in the past. I use a KX1 on the trails here in the Rockies. It's a fantastic radio and I love using it. I picked up an

Re: [Elecraft] Switch mode PSU

2011-09-12 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
I use the Samlex SEC-1235M with my K3, with no issues or noise detected. GL, Shel KF0UR -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Re-Switch-mode-PSU-tp6779634p6784595.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

Re: [Elecraft] Carrying case for a K3?

2011-03-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
I have the same question, and while I haven't bought one yet, the front runner for me so far is the Seahorse SE-920. http://www.carrycasesplus.com/se-920-p29908.html It's ~$97 with foam and shipping. It's a hard case like the Pelican (but less expensive), comes with or without foam and looks

Re: [Elecraft] Carrying case for a K3?

2011-03-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
I agree. While the website says it meets carry on regulations, it clearly doesn't. So, if flying with this as carry-on luggage is planned, the Pelican 1510 is a safer bet. It's about $60 more.But that might not be a big deal if it saves you from paying baggage fees because it's a little too

Re: [Elecraft] K3 speaker reflector

2011-03-22 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Same for me. I've inquired about it with the Elecraft folks, but haven't received a reply yet. It would make a nice addition. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-speaker-reflector-tp6183227p6198333.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at

Re: [Elecraft] I did it again!

2011-03-17 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
I, too, have run into this. After getting a DX QSO running Split, I sometimes leave the radio, jump for joy, come back later or the next day, and forget I'm in Split. I have also done the opposite, where I hit something and get out of Split and not realize it. I'm embarrassed when the the Up

Re: [Elecraft] Receiver Damage from another Close Station?

2011-03-03 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
In regards to the link not working, just get rid of the and at the beginning and end of the URL and it should work OK. It did for me. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Receiver-Damage-from-another-Close-Station-tp6083308p6085093.html Sent from the Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Split not available

2011-02-11 Thread Shel Radin KF0UR
Exactly. I'm a new K3 owner (~1 week) and had the same issue a few days into ownership.VFO B was in a mode other than DATA A. To prevent it from happening again, I added a double tap of A-B to my go to RTTY macro, which copies the mode of VFO A to VFO B, so both VFOs are always the proper