Hi Terry - I have two loops: the MFJ 1788 (40-15 meters) and the Ciro
Mazzoni Midi loop (80-20 meters).
I use the MFJ portable, on a MFJ tripod, and it works well, but better to
answer someone's CQ than trying to call. The downside is it is limited to
places you can drive up to - it is pretty
is well, but if it requires a lesser
baud rate, set both the KX3 and the KXPA100 to that baud rate.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 11/4/2016 10:34 AM, Thomas Beltran wrote:
> Hello John and thanks. Should I figure out what the baud rate of the
> kx3 is (since that works) and then set the kxpa100 to
Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Thomas
Beltran
Sent: Friday, November 04, 2016 10:05 AM
To: donw...@embarqmail.com; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 RS-232 problem
Hi Dick John and Don and thank you. I checked everything
connector body "home".
73,
Don W3FPR
On 11/4/2016 9:37 AM, Thomas Beltran wrote:
> I have read some emails concerning the RS-232 connector on the KXPA100's
> back panel not working with software applications that need the rig's
data,
> but I did not see any resolution. In my
you will be able to seamlessly use the
KX3 by itself if for some reason you don't want or need the amp.
On Fri, 2016-11-04 at 06:37 -0700, Thomas Beltran wrote:
> I have read some emails concerning the RS-232 connector on the
> KXPA100's back panel not working with software applications tha
I have read some emails concerning the RS-232 connector on the KXPA100's
back panel not working with software applications that need the rig's data,
but I did not see any resolution. In my case, I just set up a ciro mazzoni
midi loop. This loop will follow the radio's frequency, getting data
That is, is the 15.5W array (1 amp) a much better match to the 7 Ahr battery
then the 20.8W (1.4 amp) array? Or should I go for as much solar amps as I
can afford that will fit within the physical contraints of backpacking and
kayaking?
Paul - I've been using solar power while camping for
I have an SG-231: its manual states that it can be used in a loop, one
end to the 'hot' terminal and the other to the 'ground' terminal.
Would there be a significant difference using a balanced tuner?
Ian, I also have the 231 and it is an unbalanced tuner. I tried it with the
Cobra
I just received the MFJ-1788 loop today, from AES. The package looked okay
except for a small area where it sustained a hit from a blunt object, but
nothing that looked really bad. I opened the package, and there was no
packing - the loop was suspended by two cardboard holders on each end - the
I just ordered the 40 -15 meter loop (it will be here on the 20th). The
reviews looked surprisingly good (of course, if it looks too good to be
true, it probably is). I've tried various indoor antennas (such as the
Buddipole), but I have +5 over 9 noise inside. I've tried whips out the
This is a great thread - I looked at the Pelican cases, and ended up getting
the powerport backpack with the inner box. But I am still looking for a
hard case that will hold the K2/tuner, cables etc. for air travel.
The powerport box is great and while not giving the same protection of the
1. You may be using a long power cable that is too light duty for the
task and therefore causing a volt drop at the K2.
2. There is RF getting into the power line and causing the distortion
you experienced.
Thanks for the replies. I am using #12 wire, with Anderson powerpole
connectors.
I ran my K2 last weekend on a battery (from my backyard â fully charged 52
Ah. Gel cell), and everyone on the net (40 meter SSB) complained that the
signal was distorted and just plain sounded very bad. One person suggested
that it was the 12 volts put out by the battery, rather than the
I bought mine from HRO in Burbank - they called Heil while I was waited, and
asked his advice. He said that I should use the Icom headset with the
Kenwood cable, which I bought. I've gotten very good audio reports over
time. I also use the Heil footswitch. Tom W6EIJ
I've been using my K2 at home to become more familiar with it. Previously, I
used it primarily while camping. While camping, I noticed that the KAT100 will
show changes in the SWR, sometimes moving up to over 2:1. When I would press
the Tune button, there would be no adjustment (because it
I put together a battery pack using three 17 Ah. batteries, packed into a nice
cooler - makes a nice package, which weighs 39 lbs. total. I've installed a
cigarette lighter outlet, and have a cable for the K-2 - it is really handy.
I would like to be able to recharge it while driving, using
so there are probably
some 20 WPM Extras out there who can't stand to be in the room with me,
either.)
I took my extra in 1978, in Fargo, ND, if I can recall correctly, the code
speed was actually 21 wpm. However, I may be one of the weird ones, but I
don't look down on any hams, whether
What a nice combination, worked field day today and had a blast. I went to
a little-known park, Sage Ranch, just NorthWest of the San Fernando Valley
(about 20 minutes from my house and NE of Los Angeles), that has an
elevation of 2,000 feet. My 11 year-old daughter came along and made
several
Actually, I had a question that is in a similar vein.
I bought a buddipole, and plan on taking my K2/100 camping. I began to
research batteries, such as gell cell and glass matt batteries, and solar
charging. My guess is that I might operate about 4 to 5 hours per day,
running up to the full
The LA3ZA Unofficial Guide to Elecraft K2 Modifications is an excellent
resource for determining the mods that exist for the K2. What I find
confusing however, is where some of the upgrades incorporate or include
other mods. For example, I understand that the KPA-100 includes some of the
20 matches
Mail list logo
