[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net 04142024

2024-04-14 Thread Brian Maynard
The Elecraft 20M SSB Net met on 14.3035 Mhz from 1800 to 1822 UTC. Conditions were poor with QSB. Thanks to all who checked in, Eric, WB9JNZ, will be back next week. Call Name State Rig SN K1NW Brian RI K3 936 NC N6JW John CA K4D 1228

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Result 040724

2024-04-07 Thread Brian Maynard
Eric, WB9JNZ, was off in Norway so Brian, K1NW, stood in as net control with relays John, N6JW, and Steve, WM6P. Odd propagation and heavy QSB. The net will meet again next Sunday at 1800Z on 14.3035 MHz. CALLNAMESTATE RIG (SN) %ECLIPSE

Re: [Elecraft] N-GEN replacement

2024-03-30 Thread Brian Hunt
I built a QRPGuys noise bridge a while back. Fun kit. https://qrpguys.com/test-equipment 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Mar 30, 2024, at 13:43, Bruce Rosen wrote: > > I see that Elecraft no longer sells the N-GEN wide band noise generator. > My N-GEN, which I built in 2010, seems

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Results - March 3rd, 2024

2024-03-03 Thread Brian Maynard
We had a brief net today at 1800Z on 14.303.5 MHz. Conditions were noisy and much QRM from the ARRL SSB Contest. We still managed 11 check-ins with help from relay stations. We ended early as a station was running nearby and were are causing him QRM. K1NW Brian RI K4D #863 (net control) N8SBE

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Results

2024-02-25 Thread Brian Maynard
The 20M Side Band net met today at 1800Z. Conditions were poor with a high noise level and QRM from the NC QSO Party (thanks to KA4HIM for graciously moving when the net started). Eric, WB9JNZ, was busy with family so Brian, K1NW stood in as net control with the helpful relaying of John (N6JW

Re: [Elecraft] P3

2023-12-17 Thread Brian Hunt
Hi Jim, I’ve discovered that it’s easier to see a very weak signal on the waterfall than in the amplitude plot. Setting the SVGA screen for 25% spectrum and 75% waterfall gives lots of space to see dim traces. You may have to adjust the threshold a bit. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Dec 17, 2

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Erratic receive

2023-11-29 Thread Brian Hunt
. Maybe turning the pot stop to stop a half dozen times will improve it?? Worth a try. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 29, 2023, at 12:12, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote: > > My 2400-serial number K3 has begun to have a sporadic receive problem, which > has gotten much worse recently. It's

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filters

2023-10-17 Thread Brian Hunt
There was a time when one could email Elecraft support with the K3 serial number and they would send the factory Config file. Probably not 100% of the solution but it would be a start. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Oct 17, 2023, at 09:05, W3FPR wrote: > > Jim, > > It is doubtful

Re: [Elecraft] Manual For KX2 S/N 01888?

2023-07-05 Thread Brian Hunt
I bought my KX2 #11xx in November 2016, to give you a data point on age. In addition to Mike’s info, I’d suggest downloading the firmware release notes from the website. Lots of upgrade info not included in the printed manual. Hope you enjoy your KX2; it’s a gem. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Ju

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report

2023-07-02 Thread Brian Hunt
for better next week! 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Jul 2, 2023, at 17:26, kevin wrote: > > Good Evening, > >Twenty meters was fairly quiet but minimally productive. There was little > thunder storm noise on either band. That should give me a hint. On forty > meters D

Re: [Elecraft] Power spike early K3

2023-05-20 Thread Brian Hunt
in a row to get it right. It’s been fine since. GL&73, Brian, K0DTJ > On May 20, 2023, at 00:50, Mikael Larsmark wrote: > > Hi, > > We have an early serial K3 which has got an issue with power spikes. I have > done a TX gain calibration without it making a differenc

[Elecraft] K2/100 for sale

2023-05-19 Thread Brian Rae via Elecraft
For sale is my K2/100.  In January, Dave Van Wallaghen of W8FGU Services performed an alignment/calibration and installed the KPA100 upgrade kit. From a non-smoking home in very good condition.   The K2 is fitted with the following options:  KNB2 noise blanker KSB2 SSB adapter with mic jack

[Elecraft] K2/100 for sale

2023-05-09 Thread Brian Rae via Elecraft
For sale is my K2/100 in very good condition.  In January of this year Dave Van Wallaghen of W8FGU Services performed an alignment and calibration and installed the KPA100 upgrade kit.   The K2 is fitted with the following options:  KNB2 noise blanker KSB2 SSB adapter with mic jack configured

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net 4/16/2023

2023-04-17 Thread Brian Maynard
Elecraft 20M SSB Net 4/16/2023 K8NU Carl OH K4D #1228 K1NW Brian RI K4D #863 (Net Control) W9EJB Ed IN K4D #498 KE2EF Ed FL K4D #1254 W3SA John NC K4D #616 W9PCSW Paul WI K4D #620 K7BRR Bill AZ K3 #2963 AC9XN George IN Icom IC-7300 N8SBE Dave MI K3S #11361 (Relay) AE6JV Bill NH K3 #6299 (Relay

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Results - Feb. 5, 2023

2023-02-05 Thread Brian Maynard
Good band conditions today - calls from all corners of the country. Jonathan, G0DVJ, came in strong from England. - - Brian, K1NW K1NW Brian Elecraft K4D #863 (net control) N8SBE Dave MI Elecraft K3S #11361 N4NRW Roger SC Elecraft K3 #1318 (relay) K8NU Carl OH Yaesu FTDX101D W4DML Doug TN

Re: [Elecraft] Keying the K3s

2023-01-24 Thread Brian Hunt
(or 50) watts and hold the TUNE button. I can imagine that accidentally doing so into an antenna rather than a 50 Ohm dummy load could really mess up the TX GAIN calibration. Thoughts? 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Jan 24, 2023, at 09:20, Lee Hiers wrote: > > How would one search the

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Nets

2023-01-01 Thread Brian Maynard
You are correct - "Don't forget our 80 meter net at 9PM Eastern on 3784. Note the new frequency. “ Brian > On Jan 1, 2023, at 11:19 AM, Karl W Hubbard wrote: > > Is 80 m going to be on 3.775 or has it moved to 3.784? > > > Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone <https

[Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Nets

2023-01-01 Thread Brian Maynard
, in Michigan at 9 pm EST (note not UTC) on 3.775. I hope you can join us today! Brian, K1NW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Results, Dec. 11, 2022

2022-12-11 Thread Brian Maynard
to relays: John N6JW, Phil NS7P, Steve WM6P, and Carl K8NU. Join us every Sunday on 14.3035 MHz at 1800Z. - - Brian K1NW K1NW Brian Elecraft K4D #863 (net control) KK5LD Dan TX Elecraft K2 #223 W4DML Doug TN Elecraft K3 #6433 N6JW John CA Elecraft K3 #936 (relay) W5SV Dave TX Elecraft K4D

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Noise Reduction

2022-11-06 Thread Brian Hunt
found that, properly adjusted, it works very well on CW but using it on SSB created unacceptable “mush” on the audio. Hopefully the spectral subtraction NR when available on the K4 will be much better. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 6, 2022, at 17:34, Richard wrote: > > Is ther

Re: [Elecraft] Recommendation for Microphone for K3s?

2022-11-01 Thread Brian Hunt
Like you I’m 99% CW OP but for years I’ve used inexpensive (~$20) computer headsets with my K3. Light weight and don’t clamp your head. Comfortable to wear for hours. They’re a bit hard to find these days because most are Bluetooth. The K3 TXEQ can make it sound good. 73, Brian, K0DTJ

[Elecraft] 20M SSB Net Oct. 30th 2022

2022-10-31 Thread Brian Maynard
. Brian, K1NW Call Name State MANUF MODEL S/N K1NW Brian RI ELECRAFT K4D #863 (guest NC) K8NU Carl OHYAESU FTDX101D W4DML Doug TNELECRAFT K3 #6433 N8SBE Dave MI ELECRAFT K3S #11361 (relay) KK5LD

Re: [Elecraft] KXAT2 vs. KXAT3 vs. T1

2022-10-25 Thread Brian Hunt
(edited message follows) > On Oct 25, 2022, at 13:05, Brian Hunt wrote: > > I believe the schematics, which are downloadable, will show the component > values. They are typically a binary progression. I’ve never tabulated them > though. > > Brian, K0DTJ > >

Re: [Elecraft] KXAT2 vs. KXAT3 vs. T1

2022-10-25 Thread Brian Hunt
I believe the schematics, which are downloadable, will show the component values. I’ve never tabulated them though. Brian, K0DTJ > On Oct 25, 2022, at 10:16, Walter Underwood wrote: > > The KX3 has extra range so that it covers 160 m and 6 m compared to the KX2, > which i

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / N1MM Keying and rig control

2022-10-14 Thread Brian Hunt
I might add that the computer is an old Win7 desktop running Win10. Definitely not a powerhouse. :-) 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Oct 14, 2022, at 14:40, Brian Hunt wrote: > > I have been using a USB-to-serial converter cable for connection between the > K3 and computer running N1MM

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / N1MM Keying and rig control

2022-10-14 Thread Brian Hunt
the computer to falter a bit once in a while depending on what else the computer is doing at the time. I try to minimize the number of apps running. Typical CW speed is 22-32 wpm so I don’t know how it would do faster than that. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Oct 14, 2022, at 07:23, dave arruzza via Elecr

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Question on S-Meter Calibration

2022-10-10 Thread Brian Hunt
). I’ve been using the SMTR ABS mode ever since I discovered it. YMMV 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Oct 10, 2022, at 14:05, D Remy wrote: > > Does that also apply to the K3? > > David R Hourdequin, PE > 828-421-6216 > >> On Oct 10, 2022, at 14:20, Don Wilhelm wrote: &

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Strange Selective Hearing in My K3

2022-10-10 Thread Brian Hunt
the FP Temp warms a little - I wrote the number down somewhere but can’t find it now. Good luck & 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Oct 10, 2022, at 09:49, Michael Carter wrote: > > Hi Eric, > > I'm voting with my friend Dave, K1WHS, > for looking first at the voltage regulators. >

Re: [Elecraft] Product availability communications (was: KPA1500 Amplifiers are now shipping from Stock)

2022-10-07 Thread Brian Hunt
Check the “Shipping Status” link on the Elecraft home page. It shows the shipping status on virtually all their products. It’s updated when there are changes. KPA-1500 is shown as in stock, no doubt updated in the last few days. 73, Brian, K0DTJ

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Results 10-02-22

2022-10-02 Thread Brian Maynard
Elecraft SSB 20M Net – 10/02/2022 Call NameState MANUF MODEL S/N K1NW Brian RI ELECRAFT K4D 863 N6JW John CA ELECRAFT K3

Re: [Elecraft] AX-1 -- with and without counterpoise

2022-09-26 Thread Brian Hunt
from them. :-)   SWR at 14.050 MHz resonance was calculated at 3:1. Interesting exercise! 72, Brian, K0DTJ On 9/26/2022 12:15, David Gilbert wrote: I modeled something similar to an AX1 with EZNEC last night.  I used a base loaded 4' length of 1/2 inch diameter tubing for the whip, a roughly

[Elecraft] Elecraft 20M SSB Net Results 9/11/22

2022-09-11 Thread Brian Maynard
We had a good net under iffy conditions - lots of fading. Thanks to all the stations that checked in - hope to hear you again next week! Brian, K1NW K1ND Jan MI K4 #202 K1NW (NC) Brian RI K4D #863 KE2EF Ed FL FTDX101MP K8NU Carl OH

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report

2022-09-05 Thread Brian Maynard
but the TN QSO party dominated and I heard nothing from you. I hope to continue checking in! Thanks for running the net. Brian, K1NW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-500 timing settings IC-7300

2022-07-27 Thread Brian D
becomes > inactive. I don’t know what the 7300 does in this case - hopefully others > on the list have this information and can tell us. > -- Brian D G3VGZ G8AOE G3T IO94im __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.ne

Re: [Elecraft] 20M Elecraft Net July 24, 2022

2022-07-24 Thread Brian Maynard
on 7.280 MHz with Steve, WM6P Net Control. The CW nets are at 2300Z on 14.050 MHz and 0030Z (Monday) on 7.047 MHz. Brian, K1NW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] 20M Elecraft Net July 24, 2022

2022-07-24 Thread Brian Maynard
Elecraft 20 Meter SSB Net, 7/24/2022 No. Callsign Name State Rig S/N 1 K1NW (net control) Brian RI K4D #863 2 W9EJB Ed IN K4D #498 3 K8NU Carl OH FTDX101D 4 KT5LD Dan TX K3 #986 5 WM6P

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

2022-07-23 Thread Brian Hunt
the connections right. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Jul 23, 2022, at 17:29, Andrew (A.J.) Stockton via Elecraft > wrote: > > You can check out a few on Amazon - common one headset between computer for > web calls and second for gaming systems > > Nobsound Little Bear MC1023 2

Re: [Elecraft] Options for contest logging software under Linux

2022-06-12 Thread Brian Hunt
Kevin, For option 3 you might take a look at the groups.io linuxhams. A quick search there unearthed xlog. Don’t know anything about it but the write up says general and contest logging. Dual booting the computer you want to use for contesting could be option 4.  73, Brian, K0DTJ > On

[Elecraft] CreativeK4ShippingStatus io group

2022-05-10 Thread Brian Maynard
rl.net. I will be taking over from Bob when the 2021 Group 3 is fulfilled, and will keep the list going through at least the end of the year - production should be caught up by then, right? -- Brian Maynard, K1NW Wakefield, RI, USA __ El

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood Receiver Tests

2022-04-28 Thread Brian Hunt
The table is sorted on “Narrow Spaced Dynamic Range” which is only one measure of “best”. To get a better understanding of the overall picture, read through/view some of Rob’s presentations on his website. Very enlightening. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Apr 28, 2022, at 18:44, Gary Gregory wr

Re: [Elecraft] Interference on 17M

2022-04-18 Thread Brian Hunt
Solar Edge but haven’t confirmed it. QTH is Northern California. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Apr 18, 2022, at 07:30, Ron Bell via Elecraft > wrote: > > Does anyone know the source of interference in 17M, starts at 18.138, peaks > 18.147 and second peak at 18.158, sounds like

Re: [Elecraft] For sale: KX3,KXPA100,K3s,P3

2022-04-15 Thread brian
KX3, K3S, and P3 all sold. Still have KXPA100 73 Brian KF6C. From: br...@kf6c.com Sent: Tuesday, April 5, 2022 10:10 AM To: 'Elecraft@mailman.qth.net' Subject: For sale: KX3,KXPA100,K3s,P3 KX3 sn 10573, has antenna tuner, 2-meter converter, internal NiMH Charger/Real-time Clock

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 WTB(uild) external amplified speaker

2022-04-14 Thread Brian Hunt
I found a pair of amplified speakers at a thrift shop that meet the need pretty well. Can’t beat the $6. :-) 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Apr 14, 2022, at 16:52, Andrew Moore wrote: > > KX2 arrived yesterday after a ~15 week wait, which was pretty much spot on > with Elecraft's origi

[Elecraft] For sale: KX3,KXPA100,K3s,P3

2022-04-05 Thread brian
ctures. 73 Brian KF6C. __ 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 Pleas

[Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net 20M 3 April 2022

2022-04-05 Thread Brian Maynard
Net Control K1NW Brian K3 #4974 N8SBE Dave MI K3S #11361 K8NU Carl OH KX3 #311 Relay WM6P Steve GA K4 #436 W9EJB Ed IN K4D #498 K1ND Jan MI K4 #202 K6FW Frank CA K3S #11672 Relay N4NRW Roger SC Yaesu FTDX5000 K7BRR Bill AZ K3 #2693 Relay NS7P Phil OR K3 #1826 K6VWE Stan MI K4D #193

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4 Vs. Flex 6400

2022-03-05 Thread Brian Denley
The 6400 is $2000. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Mar 5, 2022, at 10:52 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote: > > Interesting question. The Flex 6700 is close to the top of the list with > some sort of updated hardware, while the 6400 is below the original K3, and > f

Re: [Elecraft] Reset KX2 to factory settings.

2022-03-02 Thread Brian Hunt
the top line says DON’T DO IT. If you do, you must have a configuration file to reload all the calibration data and defaults. Good luck! Brian, K0DTJ > On Mar 2, 2022, at 17:28, jimith...@gmail.com wrote: > > I messed up settings trying to learn the menus . How do I

Re: [Elecraft] USB PTT causes strong Speaker Feedback in K3

2022-02-27 Thread Brian Hunt
Did you inadvertently turn up the MON level? 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Feb 27, 2022, at 03:31, Bob KD7YZ wrote: > > Hello K3 List > > K3 upgraded to K3s. MON = 0 . > > When I push the PTT on the Icom SM-50 base mic, there is noticeable > feedback coming from the

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Pricing

2022-02-12 Thread Brian Maynard
You can see an estimate of orders, delivery times and serial numbers at this IO site: https://groups.io/g/CreativeK4ShippingStatus <https://groups.io/g/CreativeK4ShippingStatus> Brian, K1NW __ Elecraft mailing list Home

[Elecraft] Fwd: SPL N/A

2022-01-30 Thread Brian Maynard
From page 15 of the K3 Manual: "If cross-mode operation is not allowed for the present VFO A and B modes, you’ll see SPL N/A if you try to enable SPLIT.” Regards, Brian, K1NW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qt

[Elecraft] Fwd: Need a logger recommendation

2021-12-22 Thread Brian F. Wruble
-- Forwarded message - From: Brian F. Wruble Date: Wed, Dec 22, 2021 at 4:20 PM Subject: Need a logger recommendation To: DX List , DX Reflector I have been using CommCAT (by Howard, W6HN) for at least 15 years. I have been a beta tester. It has one feature that really set

Re: [Elecraft] HELP WITH FT-8 ON MY K3S SETUP

2021-11-27 Thread Brian Hunt
A starting place is Don, W3FPR’s webpage: W3FPR.com. At the bottom of the sidebar is a write up on how to set up Elecraft radios for digital modes. Expert guidance. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 27, 2021, at 08:43, Nolte Dennis wrote: > > I would help in setting up my K3S for FT-8

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K1 VFO reading

2021-11-26 Thread Brian Hunt
download one from Elecraft. Good luck and have fun with this little beauty. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 26, 2021, at 12:18, Mike Smith VE9AA wrote: > > Just bought a K1..an oldie but a goodie, I guess. > > NB board and 2 bands board (20/40) No tuner. > > > > So, j

[Elecraft] XV50 Rev B - Questions

2021-11-24 Thread Brian Moore via Elecraft
wish would be to purchase a K60XV if anyone has one laying around that they'd be willing to sell. Thanks, 73, Brian - KM6ZX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] No bars at all on KX3 digital mode transmit

2021-11-23 Thread Brian Hunt
It’s a self protection feature to keep you from blowing up the audio input. The KX2 has it as well. Causes me to scratch my head until I remember. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 23, 2021, at 17:36, Julia Tuttle wrote: > > Does anyone know *why* it does that? It's confusing when no b

Re: [Elecraft] Choke for QRP with unbalanced antennas?

2021-11-20 Thread Brian Hunt
I use a large ferrite clamp-on to isolate my short whip/counterpoise from my KX2. Needed tor running digital modes. The large variety will hold 3 turns of RG-58 which seems to be enough for what I need. IIRC I got them from ProAudio Engineering. GL 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 20, 2021, at 10

Re: [Elecraft] Allen wrench

2021-11-16 Thread Brian Broggie
You need to gently slide the large rubber band off the VFO A knob to access the single allen screw. The band can slide back on the knob with some slight stretching. Brian Broggie W6FVI Brian Broggie K4 Program Manager at Elecraft, Inc. Address Watsonville, CA Phone (831) 763-4211 Mobile (831

Re: [Elecraft] K4 allen wrench

2021-11-16 Thread Brian Broggie
They are for the knobs (VFO A, VFO B, RIT, and Volume) Brian Broggie W6FVI Brian Broggie K4 Program Manager at Elecraft, Inc. Address Watsonville, CA Phone (831) 763-4211 Mobile (831) 601-6983 Email br...@elecraft.com Website www.elecraft.com ‌ On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 1:31 PM Fredric Serota

[Elecraft] Configuring DXLabs Suite, Win4K3 and K3 for FT8 etc.

2021-11-08 Thread Brian Deuby
direct me to a good source(s) of information on this? 73, /Brian K8GRR/ __ 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] Wire antenna ends and spools?

2021-10-05 Thread Brian Hunt
I just wind a figure-8 between my thumb and little finger and tie the bundle with a twist tie. Spade lug on one end and small weight on the other. 25 ft is about the longest this works for. 72, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] FS: K2 QRP Cover

2021-09-20 Thread Brian Moran via Elecraft
For Sale: K2 QRP Cover in excellent shape. $30.00 obo + shipping by buyer's choice. Contact me for pictures, etc. Brian N9ADG __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Problem with my KXPD2

2021-09-14 Thread Brian Hunt
slightly to see if that frees them up. The pivots should be set so the paddles move freely but with no up/down looseness. Then set the spacing to taste. GL! 72, Brian, K0DTJ > On Sep 14, 2021, at 15:34, Chris wrote: > > Hello, > > My KXPD2 paddle has some issues. It moves

Re: [Elecraft] dxlab slider k3

2021-08-31 Thread NZ4N, Brian Kuebert
! There are lots of additional K3 related macros there as well. 73, Brian NZ4N On Mon, Aug 30, 2021 at 2:23 PM Bruce Wade wrote: > Cannot figure out how to control pwr out with a slider. > Help > Bruce Wade > __ > Elecraft mail

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 temperature

2021-08-21 Thread Brian Hunt
breeze - no problem  It’s a great little rig. Have fun! 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Aug 21, 2021, at 09:12, Bill Lederer wrote: > > Team: > > I discovered that the KX2 will trip out if its temperature gets too high. > Clearly, this is a good thing. I am considering gett

[Elecraft] K2 fan etc

2021-08-09 Thread Brian
darn quiet (especially at 9 vdc) they are useful to have at hand for any situation where heat might need to be dealt with. Brian VE3HI VE3VAW Toronto ON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] [ELECRAFT] Are there any "bad radios"?

2021-06-13 Thread Brian Maynard
. If I can resist the pull of a K4! Brian, K1NW __ 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] K4 Manual Link Broken?

2021-05-27 Thread Brian Broggie
Please try again. Our lightning fast web wizard has fixed it. Brian Broggie K4 Program Manager at Elecraft, Inc. Address Watsonville, CA Phone (831) 763-4211 <(831) 763-4211> Mobile (831) 601-6983 <(831) 601-6983> Email br...@elecraft.com Website www.elecraf

Re: [Elecraft] K3 General Coverage

2021-05-23 Thread Brian Hunt
The easiest way is to use the K3 Frequency Memory Editor to enter favorite stations into memory. The program is available for download from Elecraft.com. It works for KX3 and KX2 also. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On May 23, 2021, at 16:40, Larry Boekeloo wrote: > > Curious as to how othe

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A switching frequencies and performance

2021-04-20 Thread Brian Hunt
.  The area between 7.41 MHz and 8.4 MHz is kind of no-man's land due to the first IF being there.  At the IF frequency the gain was down >50 dB. 73, Brian, K0DTJ On 4/20/2021 08:57, w4sc wrote: A little back ground,, The effort started as a result of my using WWV at 15.00

Re: [Elecraft] MC-60A

2021-04-02 Thread Brian Denley
That mic has a built in preamp, even though it is a dynamic mic. You might consider that and lower your mic gain setting in the K3. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Apr 2, 2021, at 2:39 PM, Steve Fox wrote: > > Do I need to make any modifications to use an MC-60A m

Re: [Elecraft] Inventorying a K3/P3

2021-03-29 Thread Brian Hunt
but add value to the K3. Have you thought about asking Elecraft for the work orders for the K3’s S/N? Good luck and thank you for helping out the family. Sorry you lost a friend. 73, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] Copying CW and Pitch

2021-03-14 Thread Brian D
develop at certain frequencies, it's > > often the result of noise exposure at work. > > -- Brian D G3VGZ YarmEngland __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://

Re: [Elecraft] Late Elecraft CW Net Announcement

2021-03-07 Thread Brian Hunt
. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Mar 7, 2021, at 14:51, kevinr wrote: > > It is time to prepare for migration season. I scan a few bird books to > memorize identifying marks. Birds normally appear in low contrast locations, > looking little like they do in photos. Habitat and behavior

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

2021-02-28 Thread Brian Hunt
file so you can restore it if needed. You will need a good dummy load an a stable power source. The procedure is on p. 38 of the Rev A5 Manual. Good luck, 73, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

2021-02-28 Thread Brian Hunt
The KX2 uses a control loop to set power. Make sure you have sufficient audio drive to energize the loop. Using the ALC display set the MIC GAIN so you have 5-7 bars on voice peaks, per the manual. What MIC are you using? Have you tried the internal MIC? GL & 73, Brian, K

Re: [Elecraft] Mic headset for K3

2021-02-22 Thread Brian Hunt
thing for us mic neophytes is the mic is always in the right spot for consistent modulation levels, etc. YMMV 73, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] WTB: KAT-100 Autotuner for K2

2021-01-26 Thread Brian Moore via Elecraft
-100. I would also like to get the matching KAT100, but unfortunately the ATU is no longer available from Elecraft. Does anyone have a KAT100 sitting around that they are no longer using and would be willing to part with for the right price? My email can be found on QRZ. Thanks and 73, Brian

Re: [Elecraft] Efficiency of MFJ remotely-tuned loop antennas

2021-01-19 Thread Brian D
and given the cost difference for welded air > variables I doubt MFJ used them. > -- Brian D G3VGZ YarmEngland __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Anomalies

2020-11-23 Thread Brian Hunt
If you have listened to the VARA signal, you know it consists of a series of tone frequencies sent in sequence. That could very well be driving the KAT500 nuts in AUTO mode. Training and then MANUAL is the solution. GL! 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 23, 2020, at 12:53, Lyn Norstad wr

[Elecraft] using K2 as external VFO for vintage tube rig

2020-11-21 Thread Brian
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Re: [Elecraft] k2 cw filter alignment friture app

2020-11-15 Thread Brian Hunt
In Windows 10 settings make sure “Allow apps to use the microphone” is turned ON. I think it’s in the security section. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Nov 15, 2020, at 00:41, carlos popelier wrote: > > hi, > is it possible to use friture instead of spectrogram , > spectrogram se

Re: [Elecraft] K4 replacement?

2020-10-08 Thread Brian Denley
Sorry about that Alan. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Oct 8, 2020, at 10:18 PM, a...@elecraft.com wrote: > > On 10/8/2020 3:57 PM, Jim Brown wrote: >>> On 10/7/2020 5:41 PM, Tom Doligalski via Elecraft wrote: >>> I am a bit depressed about the lack of feedback

[Elecraft] K4 IF signal 'OUT' for external application useage

2020-09-24 Thread Brian
get that 'last final rig' and it was a K4 (Iikely as I don't have much in the shack since 2000 that was not Elecraft) I would, as an older fellow then.. want the larger visual display of the computer/IF out/NaP3 sort of solution. So, do I get some IF out I can use? tnx Brian VE3VAW

Re: [Elecraft] Why predistortion ?

2020-09-15 Thread Brian Hunt
Usually called adaptive optics these days. The laser is a "guide star". 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Sep 15, 2020, at 16:39, Fred Jensen wrote: > > Didn't the term "pre-distortion" originate in the astronomy world where one > creates an artificial star with a p

[Elecraft] KX3 what's it worth.

2020-09-07 Thread Brian Comer
sat idle since then. I have not seen what used KX3 are going for recently and ask what is it worth ? I need to make a decision on whether to sell it, or still keep it as a spare. It is a basic KX3 with only the roofing filter added. 73 Brian KF6C

Re: [Elecraft] K3 External speakers

2020-09-04 Thread Brian Hunt
Set CONFIG:SPKRS=2. Same audio comes out of both external speakers. AFX makes some effects that can be less tiring. 73, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] Lightning protection.

2020-08-18 Thread Brian Broggie
Yep. Supplies +5 & gnd to the optical enc/decoder at each end. The signal lines are fiber optic. Brian, W6FVI On Tue, Aug 18, 2020 at 5:43 AM wrote: > It looks like the fiber optic cable from Corning has 28AWG wires end to > end! > > -Original Message- >

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 USB not working

2020-08-04 Thread Brian F. Wruble
ot generate the virtual com port > like > it used to. > > I'll post to the reflector what the fix was once they get back to me. > > Jack W4NF > -Original Message- > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net > [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Br

[Elecraft] KPA1500 USB not working

2020-08-04 Thread Brian F. Wruble
things for me to try? Tnx es 73 de Brian/W3BW -- *Brian F. Wruble, C.F.A. The Conch Republic "We seceded where others failed." __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

[Elecraft] Max power thru KPA 500 when off.

2020-08-01 Thread Brian Comer
I have reason to connect two KPA 500s in series. What is the max power that can be input to a KPA 500 when it is turned off? Brian KF6C. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

[Elecraft] K3 hears nothing.... my old issue of of K3S IF signals seen in P3 and NaP3 but nothing heard

2020-07-28 Thread Brian
the rest was somewhere and indeed was indeed within those TMP cables going into and out of the front boards. Thankfully it does not appear that I will have to resort to obtaining and installing the 'gold pins'. That would be WORK! Brian Pepperdine VE3VAW From: Brian

Re: [Elecraft] Radiosport MH-350ADJ with K2?

2020-07-26 Thread Brian Denley
It’s a electret condenser mike element and requires bias 5.6-10k resister as Don says. Brian Denley KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Jul 26, 2020, at 7:40 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > Steve, > > I am not familiar with that particular mic element, but -- > > If that is

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 power out

2020-07-11 Thread Brian Hunt
What is the key-down voltage seen on the KX3 display? Measure the regulated voltage at the PS under the same conditions. Is it OK? I had power control problems on my K3 until I solved the sagging voltage problem. GL & 73, K0DTJ > On Jul 11, 2020, at 12:42, Frank O'Donnell wrote: > > Always

Re: [Elecraft] K4 cables

2020-06-15 Thread Brian Broggie
Hi, Joseph! We are going to have a 10' shielded ethernet cable available as an option on our website for the K4. Thanks for asking! Brian Broggie K4 Program Manager Elecraft, Inc. W6FVI On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 8:14 AM Joseph Trombino, Jr wrote: > Howdy Gang. > > Does anyone know

Re: [Elecraft] K4 cables

2020-06-15 Thread Brian Broggie
Hi, Joseph! Our plan is to have a 10' shielded ethernet cable available on our website as a K4 option. Thanks for asking! Brian Broggie K4 Program Manager at Elecraft, Inc. Address Watsonville, CA Phone (831) 763-4211 <(831) 763-4211> Mobile (831) 601-6983 <(831) 601-6983&g

Re: [Elecraft] Firmware

2020-06-14 Thread Brian Hunt
The suggestion to read through the release notes is a good one. As I recall there was an update a while back that needed the TX GAIN CAL to be redone. It will be identified in the release notes. Good luck! 73, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K4 NR & NB

2020-05-23 Thread Brian Hunt
Will the NR "mixed mode" (NRmF5-x and above) where some of the unprocessed signal is mixed with the processed signal be available on the K4 as it is on the K3?  I've discovered that feature coupled with the APF is an excellent way of copying near-the-noise CW signals. Thanks &

Re: [Elecraft] Recommended Power for K3/100 for 100% Data Modes

2020-05-22 Thread Brian Hunt
he said they were added because of the higher duty cycle digital modes. As a minimum make sure those screws are tight. 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On May 22, 2020, at 16:03, Eric KG6MZS wrote: > > Hello All, > > I’ve searched the reflector's archives and haven’t found anything on t

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD

2020-05-12 Thread Brian Hunt
if the big one hits. CW only so no computer needed except for logging (which can run from mains power per the rules). Gonna be different!! GL all. 73, Brian, K0DTJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] Rig forCW

2020-05-12 Thread Brian Short
and maybe curiosity. > > Brian VE3GMZ > > David J. Wilcox K8WPE’s iPad > >> On May 12, 2020, at 7:37 AM, Tommy Judson via Elecraft >> wrote: >> >> Good Morning, I have a simple but difficult question for the CW ops. >> >> I’m wanting to get ba

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