Re: [Elecraft] Re Elecraft 20M SSB Net

2024-04-17 Thread Ed Cole
Listened 4/14 on 14.303.5 at 1800utc and heard no one. No propagation. 73, Ed - KL7UW K3 + KXPA100 + Hygain Th3mk4 at 50-foot __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Re Elecraft 20M SSB Net

2024-04-09 Thread Ed Cole
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. Comment: been a long time

[Elecraft] Re: Elecraft 80M SSB Net Report

2023-11-13 Thread Ed Cole
Often read the reports from Elecraft Nets and kind of wondered what the "usual" maximum range for stations on the 80m SSB Net? I'm in southcentral AK so do not expect to ever hear the net which appears centered on MI (I was K8MWA 1958-1968 in MI). Late night 80m prop often brings in West

[Elecraft] Re. "The Elecraft K3" Book. It's gone.

2023-09-28 Thread Bill Phillips
The book is gone. __ 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

[Elecraft] Re KX3 power supply

2021-10-11 Thread Paul Huff
I want to thank all of the people who responded to my request for information about powering a KX3. This is a great group and I appreciate all of the information that was given. 73, Paul - N8XMS 100% QRP CW __ Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] Re Drafting

2021-04-24 Thread Steve Fox
I had drafting in junior high. It, Like calculus, was a skill which I very much admired but failed to master. Steve KA4FOX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] re Arecibo antenna collapses

2020-12-02 Thread john
Andy's wife is a very famous astronomer! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandra_Faber John KK9A Andrew FaberAE6Y wrote: This is certainly getting way off topic on the Elecraft reflector, but I can’t resist mentioning that I have visited the FAST telescope in Guizhou Province. Here is a

[Elecraft] RE Alexmic

2020-08-12 Thread Chris Bull
I suppose an off list email address would help. ve3xkz at gmail dot com. Thanks 73 Chris VE3XKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] re KX3 PX3 desktop stand

2020-08-10 Thread HB via Elecraft
I love this handmade stand for my setup from North Ga QRP club - http://nogaqrp.org/ Hank K4HYJ From: John Newgas Sent: Monday, August 10, 2020 1:09 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Cc: mongoose1...@googlemail.com Subject: [Elecraft] re KX3 PX3 desktop stand Ron Bell Asked : >

[Elecraft] re KX3 PX3 desktop stand

2020-08-10 Thread John Newgas
Ron Bell Asked : > Any recommendation for a desktop stand for a KX3 and PX3 that would keep both > at proper angle and manage the wires? I made a nice and low cost stand using a Music Stand from Amazon like https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0897TDWH9/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_mXxmFb8V9KPQC I used a spare

[Elecraft] RE Alternative AMP to KX3 since Elecraft has temporarily stopped making AMPS

2020-07-20 Thread Paul Hvidston
Just a quick report on KXPA100 delivery. Ordered June 8, received July 20. A bit beyond initial estimates, but no problem. Businesses are getting hammered right now. Thanks Elecraft folks! 72/73 de N6MGN __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] : Re: On Second thought ,,,,,,

2020-07-13 Thread Donald Schliesser
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[Elecraft] Re K4D real world user testing

2020-06-23 Thread Steven G. Steltzer
There's the news everyone has been waiting for. And may help K9TF keep from over medicating in the future :-) K4D's in the hands of at least 2 very capable contesters. They must be ready to start the production line as soon as Cali's lockdown law expires. And great news about the APF filter, I

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-30 Thread Phil Kane
On 5/30/2020 11:42 AM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT wrote: > I mention this, because I saw that Costco has 8 volt lead-acid batteries > from Interstate Batteries. > > An 8 volt and a 6 volt will give you 14 volts, and no boosters necessary. Ah, but are they the same cell type and are they AGM or

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-30 Thread Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT
Slightly related... When cars were all 6 volts (I'm not quite old enough to remember when that was common) the wiring would get a little old, headlights would get dim, and you could fix that by installing an 8 volt battery and adjusting the voltage regulator so it'd charge. I mention this,

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-29 Thread Chip Stratton
The TGE battery booster I use with my rig on the boat has a BNC for RF sense to turn on the boost only during transmit, which is the only time is needed. Works well for me. 73 Chip AE5KA On Thu, May 28, 2020 at 1:32 PM Jim Brown wrote: > On 5/28/2020 5:02 AM, Charlie T wrote: > > Since the IMD

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-28 Thread Michael Dinkelman
Ditto on that with my mobile n7wa On Thu, May 28, 2020 at 10:44 AM James Bennett via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > True. I’ve been using one from TGE, the N8XJK booster with analog meters, > for years. Initially it generated a lot of crud, but after wrapping the > leads with

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-28 Thread James Bennett via Elecraft
True. I’ve been using one from TGE, the N8XJK booster with analog meters, for years. Initially it generated a lot of crud, but after wrapping the leads with appropriate ferrites, I see and hear ZERO RFI. With this booster I’m able to keep my solar-panel charged AGM battery output set to 14v for

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-28 Thread Jim Brown
On 5/28/2020 5:02 AM, Charlie T wrote: Since the IMD degrades at low DC supply voltages in our typical 12V powered finals, if you must use a deep-cycle lead/acid battery, I suggest using one of those battery booster things that MFJ and probably others sell to keep the output up. Have you

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-28 Thread Charlie T
When I worked for Vectrol Inc, we designed a new production, battery forming charger which is needed to make new lead-acid batteries, so I learned a little about your typical "car" battery when talking to the engineers. Granted, this was over 40 years ago, so battery technology has obviously

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-28 Thread Erik B
May 27, 2020 6:13 PM To: John Kountz Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . . When our club, the West Valley Amateur Radio Association, does field day, we use many K3 and Flex transceivers. We run them from 12 volt lead

Re: [Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-27 Thread Bill Frantz
When our club, the West Valley Amateur Radio Association, does field day, we use many K3 and Flex transceivers. We run them from 12 volt lead-acid batteries with solar power systems to top up the batteries. We have had not had any significant problems in any of SSB, CW, or Digital, although I

[Elecraft] RE; How well does the K3 work with lower power supply voltage . . .

2020-05-27 Thread John Kountz
Doug, Like the Monte Python joke, Observer: My dog has no nose Question: How does it smell? Observer: Horrible! I have two K3 transceivers and have attempted to use them on several Field Days with limited joy and unlimited disappointment. I've attempted to use one or the other with 120 Watt

Re: [Elecraft] re TCP Port for KPA500 and KAT500

2020-02-19 Thread Frank VO1HP
John This solution is interesting to me since I already have the two USB-Serial cables in use with the remote PC. That PC hosts the Elecraft remote software. Only problem is I know next to nothing about Linux. I have a spare PC that I could convert to LINUX but I need to start from scratch!

[Elecraft] re TCP Port for KPA500 and KAT500

2020-02-18 Thread John Newgas
I can’t help with whether the ports are hard coded or not … but I can give you a neat solution. You can use a low cost raspberry Pi with a couple of USB to Serial adaptors to link to the KPA500 and KAT500 The free software ser2net will give you a direct interface from the TCP/IP to the

[Elecraft] Re. K3 FM Filter

2019-12-20 Thread Jim Stoneback via Elecraft
The KFL3B-FM filter has sold already. 73, Jim K4AXF K3 #4936 __ 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

[Elecraft] re.: A First Class Company

2019-09-30 Thread T.H. Bauer
Neil, I agree with you wholeheartedly. Each of the reflectors to which I belong that has moved to groups.io is much more pleasurable to use...particularly is you are like me and use Digest mode (I feel the heat coming!). And I eschew email clients because I get email via 4 different hardware

[Elecraft] re UK anternna's

2019-09-14 Thread Gerry Miller
I was stationed at RAF Croughton, a major comm relay from the UK and EU and located near Brackly in Northants, UK. I remember working Chicksands and many other stations in the UK and Europe. I was a Channel Tech Control op 63-66. We had at least 8 Rhombics on base plus Tropo to Iceland. We

[Elecraft] Re OT not qrt

2019-06-12 Thread Norm Lee
Hi Edward, Glad you are not qrt!Stick with it mate, you'll be right. Just do what the medicos tell you! And sorry about the K4! I'm using a K1, given to me by a very generous ham in Florida a couple of years ago.I'm lucky in that I'm ambidextrous using a key or paddles, but if I

[Elecraft] RE K2 Bar Graph Erratic

2019-04-23 Thread Bill via Elecraft
Robie, My K2 had the same problem that you described after a long period of not being used.  After severaldays of being left powered on  and daily use, the problem went away. My theory is that bypass capacitors in the K2 may have "reformed" and eliminatednoise in some circuit that was

Re: [Elecraft] Re K4

2019-03-27 Thread Carl Jón Denbow
Probably in a few years. They would not be asking to suggestions now, if the product was going to be announced at Dayton this year. 73 de Carl N8VZ Sent from my iPhone === Carl Jón Denbow, N8VZ 17 Coventry Lane Athens, Ohio 45701-3718 c...@n8vz.com www.n8vz.com EM89wh

Re: [Elecraft] Re K4

2019-03-27 Thread Buck
Something is coming for sure and they are so excited about it, they can't hold it in like they usually do. k4ia, Buck K3# 101 Honor Roll 8B DXCC EasyWayHamBooks.com On 3/27/2019 9:10 AM, Don Roberts via Elecraft wrote: Watch Eric for hints. Couple years back at Hamcation in Orlando I asked

[Elecraft] Re K4

2019-03-27 Thread Don Roberts via Elecraft
Watch Eric for hints. Couple years back at Hamcation in Orlando I asked Eric if there was any possibility of a KPA1000 to which came the grin then he replied "why only 1000?"  There's your sign. Don, W4CBS  Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

Re: [Elecraft] Re KX3 booster

2018-11-07 Thread Bill Frantz
Or why may US companies that manufacture in foreign countries have decided they need to have full-time staff from the US in the foreign country to monitor what's coming off the production line. Many of these foreign manufacturers are always looking for ways to cut costs, and those RFI

Re: [Elecraft] Re KX3 booster

2018-11-07 Thread Jim Brown
On 11/7/2018 6:08 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: It is called "economics". No, it is called lying and cheating. I've also opened up noisy products and found circuit boards missing components at the empty holes for RFI suppression components. 73, Jim K9YC

Re: [Elecraft] Re KX3 booster

2018-11-07 Thread Bob McGraw K4TAX
My comment and understanding on "FCC Certified".    The FCC now allows companies to perform "self certification".   In other words, they allow the fox to watch the hen house.    The companies can elect to do the testing and submit the results to the FCC. Thus the FCC does not actually test

[Elecraft] Re KX3 booster

2018-11-06 Thread dyarnes
John and All, I’m not necessarily recommending these amps, but you may possibly be confusing them with a prior model line-- The original “HLA” series, such as the HLA 150 and HLA 300. Those amps were marginal at best, although if you ran them well below their rated output they weren’t “too

Re: [Elecraft] Re(3): dxlab

2018-10-16 Thread Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft
Do not click on the possibly dangerous link from this spam that was sent to the Elecraft list. Apparently the spam sender is spoofing KB3ILS's email address, or has hacked his email program. We have temporarily put the kb3...@comcast.net email address in list moderation mode to prevent

[Elecraft] Re(3): dxlab

2018-10-16 Thread Keith Thomas
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[Elecraft] Re Enquiry time.

2018-07-31 Thread Stuart Hill
Thank you to all who replied to my previous post. My enquiry has been attended to. Regards, Stuart, GD0OUD __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] RE

2018-07-28 Thread Ronald Stunden
Thanks Charlie will take a look. Ron VE7YC __ 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:

Re: [Elecraft] Re

2018-07-28 Thread Bob N3MNT
Think you might be referring to this. http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/New-Elecraft-Antenna-td7643654.html#a7643680 -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Re

2018-07-28 Thread Ronald Stunden
I saw an add for what looked like a baase loaded antenna for the KX3, Now I can’t find it. Any one else dee it? Ron VE7YC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] re. summary: Elecraft K3/K3S panadapter solutions

2018-07-26 Thread brianpepperdine brianpepperdine
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[Elecraft] Re - Headphone jack impedance

2018-07-22 Thread Bob Rennard via Elecraft
Two more things to consider - a) how long is the lead on the prospective head phone? A lot of those for mobile phones and iPods, etc. are too short for my radio on the operating position table and my behind in the station chair. b) ambient noise cancelling - I like the $111 class Monoprice

[Elecraft] Re KPA 1500 Remote

2018-07-16 Thread K0XG Mediacom
Great program for 1500 Remote operation. Seems to work well. Richard K0XG Sent from my iPhone "Who Dares Wins" __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] Re - K4

2018-05-20 Thread Norm Lee
K - 4? I only just got my beautiful K - 1! Time goes a bit s l o w out here in the boonies.. Cheers all Norm vk5gi McLaren Vale South Australia Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] RE; K3 to K3S Upgrade Opinions

2018-05-19 Thread Nr4c
If buying new, there is NO OPTION! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 19, 2018, at 1:10 PM, Edward R Cole wrote: > > Frank, > > I opted to do a few updates: > New synth boards for both main and sub receiver > Mod to general coverage bw filter > > I already

[Elecraft] RE; K3 to K3S Upgrade Opinions

2018-05-19 Thread Edward R Cole
Frank, I opted to do a few updates: New synth boards for both main and sub receiver Mod to general coverage bw filter I already have plenty USB/RS-232 conversion cables and prefer that line audio go to the computer via external soundcards. USB I/F would require use of internal soundcard. A

[Elecraft] re PX3 computer interface to KX3

2018-04-27 Thread John Newgas
I had a similar problem last year when setting up my KX3 which came from a silent key with accesory bits missing. I used a an old USB to RS232 adaptor, sourced locally which turned out not to be running at proper RS232 voltage levels but closer to TTL. Different devices are more or less

Re: [Elecraft] Re K3 Audio

2018-03-31 Thread Nr4c
Don’t forget that rear Mic is not same as Lin In! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 31, 2018, at 8:14 AM, Richard Ferch wrote: > > I suspect that what you most likely need is for Line In to be used during > digital mode operation (with the microphone muted), and the

Re: [Elecraft] Re K3 Audio

2018-03-31 Thread Richard Ferch
I suspect that what you most likely need is for Line In to be used during digital mode operation (with the microphone muted), and the microphone to be used during voice mode operation. The audio input settings for voice modes and digital modes are stored independently, so this is easy. With the

Re: [Elecraft] Re K3 Audio

2018-03-30 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
> I need both at the same time, Mike for voice and Line in for digital. This is absolutely a terrible idea. I doubt that your shack is silent while working data modes and any noise - you talking, someone else yelling at your, a TV/radio/computer running in the background, or even fan noise

Re: [Elecraft] Re K3 Audio

2018-03-30 Thread GRANT YOUNGMAN
Look at the latest K3/K3S manual on the Elecraft website, page 55. The menu settings you need are “MIC SEL” and “MIC+LIN”. They interact with each other. > >> On Mar 30, 2018, at 2:09 PM, Ralph S. Turk wrote: >> >> Does any one know the command for both Mike in Front

Re: [Elecraft] Re K3 Audio

2018-03-30 Thread Nr4c
LIN IN and LIN OUT are both on the rear panel. No use mic for this. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 30, 2018, at 2:09 PM, Ralph S. Turk wrote: > > Does any one know the command for both Mike in Front Panel and Line in rear > panel? > > I need both at the same

[Elecraft] Re K3 Audio

2018-03-30 Thread Ralph S. Turk
Does any one know the command for both Mike in Front Panel and Line in rear panel? I need both at the same time, Mike for voice and Line in for digital. Ralph, W7HSG/AFA9RT __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2?

2018-02-03 Thread Doug Person
...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W4EDN Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2018 4:52 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2? I bought a used k2 and just spent 12 hrs building a Kant-100. The k2 looks like a bigger challenge . Mine had the 100w amp

Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2?

2018-01-30 Thread Robert G Strickland
outh.net>; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2018 3:05 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2? If you are interested in building as well as operating it's a pleasant experience. Just like a 10 mile hike, you do it one simple, easy step at a time.

Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2?

2018-01-30 Thread Mel Farrer via Elecraft
and LOTS of FUN. Mel, K6KBE From: Ron D'Eau Claire <r...@cobi.biz> To: 'W4EDN' <w4...@bellsouth.net>; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2018 3:05 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2? If you are interested in building as well

Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2?

2018-01-30 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
their work at each step along the way. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W4EDN Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2018 4:52 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours

Re: [Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2?

2018-01-28 Thread Don Wilhelm
If you enjoy kit building, the K2 goes together one part at a time, just like any other kit. Enjoy the process. The K2 breaks the assembly into 3 major pieces and has an alignment and test section following each assembly section so you can check your work. 73, Don W3FPR On 1/28/2018 7:51

[Elecraft] Re who would spend 30 hours building a k2?

2018-01-28 Thread W4EDN
I bought a used k2 and just spent 12 hrs building a Kant-100. The k2 looks like a bigger challenge . Mine had the 100w amp included. Bill Sent from my iPod __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] re recommendations for CW paddles under $125

2018-01-14 Thread Ian
Not $125 but close. The Kent paddles are really nice and heavy. 73, Ian N8IK On Jan 13, 2018 20:44, "Bill Heybruck" wrote: > I have tried several and now have 2 of THE BENCHER. I bought used for > well under 100. > > much better than the MFJ copy. > > Bill W4EDN > >

[Elecraft] re recommendations for CW paddles under $125

2018-01-13 Thread Bill Heybruck
I have tried several and now have  2 of  THE BENCHER. I bought used for well under 100. much better than the MFJ copy. Bill W4EDN __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Re naqcc sprints

2017-12-21 Thread W4EDN
The naqcc sprints are great . I don't operate the mw sprints But I do enter the 160m sprint in Jan. I use a bug and run around 10wpm. Bill w4edn Sent from my iPod __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Re-Inventing the Tape Dipole

2017-11-19 Thread Ken G Kopp
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[Elecraft] RE : K3S RX antenna questions

2017-11-14 Thread Steve Steltzer via Elecraft
Questions answered, thank you all! 73 and hope everyone has a GREAT day,Steve, WF3T __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] Re using quad copter to hang antenna

2017-10-27 Thread W0MU Mike Fatchett
I don't think you are going to have much luck with a $49.00 drone. On 10/27/2017 6:35 AM, W4EDN wrote: I just ordered one from Amazon for 47.00 will post after I get and try it. Bill w4edn Sent from my iPod __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] Re using quad copter to hang antenna

2017-10-27 Thread W4EDN
I just ordered one from Amazon for 47.00 will post after I get and try it. Bill w4edn Sent from my iPod __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] : Re: California Fires

2017-10-12 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
: [Elecraft] : Re: California Fires Hi All, My condolences to anyone adversely affected by those fires. From the TV coverage I’ve seen, they look absolutely horrible!! We are heading to Oregon next week, to visit our daughter, and I changed our normal route in order to go to Pacificon next week. I

[Elecraft] : Re: California Fires

2017-10-11 Thread dyarnes
Hi All, My condolences to anyone adversely affected by those fires. From the TV coverage I’ve seen, they look absolutely horrible!! We are heading to Oregon next week, to visit our daughter, and I changed our normal route in order to go to Pacificon next week. I suppose attendance may be

[Elecraft] Re Humming KPA

2017-09-03 Thread Norm Lee
Hi, have you tried putting a ferrite "barrel" over the cord? May work. Norm vk5gi McLaren Vale South Australia Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

2017-03-30 Thread Paul Bryan
I have one of these, which is experimental. It's definitely an improvement over the stock KX2 VFO knob: https://gemsproducts.com/product/kx2-vfo-a-knob-beta/ Paul, VA7CDB -Original Message- Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2017 13:06:13 -0500 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

2017-03-30 Thread Tom Parish
I would ditto George Serikas's comments about the tuning knob. Finger dimple or whatever you feel would help. Love my KX2 for sure. Tom KB5RF On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 9:38 AM, George Sereikas wrote: > > Wayne, > > I have one small request for the KX2. I’d like to see a

Re: [Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

2017-03-30 Thread Irma & Linas(LY2H)
George, 100% supportt! I've been thinking even to swap the KX2 knob with the lovely-rubber-coated knob of the FT-817ND! Not sure yet if it is possible at all, :). Surely, anything original from Elecraft would be of no hesitations! Linas LY2H On 2017 kov. 30, kt at 17:47 George Sereikas

[Elecraft] RE/KX3 Future Accessories KX2

2017-03-30 Thread George Sereikas
Wayne, I have one small request for the KX2. I’d like to see a replacement VFO tuning knob that is easier to tune.  I find that the current knob slips/slides off my finger.  A finger “dimple” or maybe something as simple as a rubberized knob or cover would do the trick.  Love the KX2 and the

[Elecraft] re Elecraft KX3 and the CW160

2017-03-02 Thread Dave Sublette
A friend sent me the post about this and so I thought I would join the group and post my experience. I have had a KX3 for two or three years. I replaced one of the high end rigs with it and am very pleased with the results. I have a full quarter wave elevated ground plane antenna for 160.

[Elecraft] Re dimmable LED, Elecraft Digest, Vol 153, Issue 14

2017-01-09 Thread Red
If an AC voltage within the limits of the LED is applied, is another rectifier is needed, since the LED will rectify. It's reverse voltage is limited so the AC probably must be a few volts. See if any vendors of LEDs provide the reverse voltage limit. Select a capacitor with impedance to

[Elecraft] RE reflow solder K-pod power resistor

2016-12-26 Thread Edward R Cole
How I install SMD chip components is: First tin one pad on the pcb with the iron (a little solder applied before touching the pad is enough). Then using a pair of jewelers tweezers hold the SMD component on the surface the pcb close to the tinned pad but not touching it. Apply your tinned

Re: [Elecraft] ? Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-12-01 Thread T.H. Bauer
"M. George" > <m.matthew.geo...@gmail.com> > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] ? Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse > Pads - K-Pod > Message-ID: <858fdcac-16ff-4191-94cf-bd79d3d00...@ecsecurityinc.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 >

[Elecraft] Re: Lulu 35% discount on KE7X print books

2016-11-30 Thread Edward R Cole
Date: Wed, 30 Nov 2016 13:13:25 -0900 To: elecr...@mailman.qth.ne From: Edward R Cole <kl...@acsalaska.net> Subject: [Elecraft] Re: Lulu 35% discount on KE7X print books Thanks, Fred. That got me off my butt to order the K3 and K3 upgrade books (Merry Christmas to me!) at a nice

Re: [Elecraft] ​ Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-11-25 Thread Tim Gennett
Just curious, Niel, how long did it take you to get use to the new keyboard layout? And, is this the only keyboard you use, or are you using this at work and a more traditional QWERTY style at home? Tim K9WX On Fri, Nov 25, 2016 at 11:25 AM, Niel Skousen wrote: >

Re: [Elecraft] ​ Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-11-25 Thread Niel Skousen
Work recently provided a TypeMatrix ( www.typematrix.com ) as an 'ergo' keyboard. If you need a small-ish quality keyboard, I really like mine ! Niel Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 25, 2016, at 07:24, M. George wrote: > > Tim, you bring up a good point about how

Re: [Elecraft] ​ Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-11-25 Thread M. George
Tim, you bring up a good point about how much time is spent interacting with the keyboard. Thanks for mentioning the WASD Cherry MX Switch Tester too. I didn't know that existed. We are getting down into the weeds

Re: [Elecraft] ​ Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-11-25 Thread Tim Gennett
When I think about how much time we spend in contact with our keyboards, I find it surprising how casual we can be when it comes to selecting a keyboard. In a contest, I can go for hours without ever touching my radios, yet still log hundreds of QSO's just by typing on my keyboard. Several years

Re: [Elecraft] ​ Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-11-25 Thread M. George
The keyboard is a CM Storm QuickFire Rapid - Tenkeyless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Cherry Switches. These are very popular keyboards and are still available in several different models, however there are many other manufacturers that sell the same size / style of keyboard, with or without

[Elecraft] ​ Re: Narrow Gaming Keyboard and Giant Mouse Pads - K-Pod

2016-11-25 Thread Tim Gennett
​What is the make and model of the keyboard? I can't see any​ brand or model markings in the pictures. Thanks Tim K9WX From: "M. George" > To: Elecraft Mailer > Cc: > Date: Thu, 24 Nov 2016 12:10:47 -0700 > Subject: [Elecraft] Narrow

Re: [Elecraft] RE Bonding KX3/PX3/KXPA100 - any examples?

2016-06-06 Thread Joel Black
Brian, I'd like to see it. Thanks. 73, Joel - W4JBB On Monday, June 6, 2016, Brian D. Comer wrote: > I am not close to my set up now so I cannot send a picture. > > > > >That first picture reflects one thing I hate about my KX3 and PX3 - when > you have > > >everything hooked

[Elecraft] RE Bonding KX3/PX3/KXPA100 - any examples?

2016-06-06 Thread Brian D. Comer
I am not close to my set up now so I cannot send a picture. >That first picture reflects one thing I hate about my KX3 and PX3 - when you have >everything hooked up, it is one mass of wires everywhere. >The KX3 and PX3 is a fantastic pair in every other way, but dang, I can?t handle >the

[Elecraft] Re[ OT: Searching for Panel Meter for R390A/URR

2016-05-15 Thread Jim Sheldon
Pair of meters for the R390A located. Thanks for all the advice and help. 73, Jim - W0EB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] [RE: (OT): Trying to contact Ken Kopp

2016-05-02 Thread Ken G Kopp
Dave and I have "connected". The error was mine. (;-) Thanks for the bandwidth, and 73 Ken Kopp - K0PP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] RE KE: issue with installation of K3EXREF interface

2016-04-02 Thread Edward R Cole
Jim, Take a look at the photos of my EXREF installation: http://www.kl7uw.com/K3EXREF.htm in particular the sma cable in photo one showing components of the kit, and the photo at the bottom showing it installed in the radio (case off). You can see the brass compression ferrule. That holds

[Elecraft]  Re: Logging Programs

2016-02-27 Thread mkempi...@verizon.net
I too have been using DX Lab Suite for many years.  It has all of the features you want except customizable screen layout.  It does have customizable user fields that you can use as you see fit. Many areas have a scripting ability you can use to expand capabilities. It does operate a bit

[Elecraft] RE Another K3 Antarctic excursion

2016-02-09 Thread James Beitchman
Dave and others, There is no particular operating plan and the antenna, according to Balun Designs, will work 160 - 10M with the K3 ATU. So bands are not selected. Please check DX clusters. Since 1945, the start of post-war DXCC counting, maritime contacts in territorial waters have not

[Elecraft] re. K3/K3S noise blanker performance greatly enhanced (at my QTH) -- need testers

2016-02-05 Thread g3pqa
Thanks Wayne, the software blanking improvement on CW using FL1 13kHz filter set to 400Hz is remarkable because not only does it suppress strong electric fence pulses here for the first time in years but also cleans up the NB function when FL1 is enabled. I used the 13kHz filter because it was

Re: [Elecraft] re. K3/K3S noise blanker performance greatly enhanced (at my QTH) -- need testers

2016-02-05 Thread Dave Cole
That answered a question I took off list, will my 12 KHz filter work, looks like I will be testing this... -- 73's, and thanks, Dave For software/hardware reviews see: http://www.nk7z.net For MixW support see: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mixw/info For SSTV help see:

[Elecraft] Re Remote KAT500

2016-01-21 Thread Paul Wilton
On military equipment which has to be sealed from the elements there are two main approaches: 1) use a very well sealed metal box with o-rings etc. This will drag in some moisture owing to hearing/cooling cycles. You mitigate this by putting a bag of desiccant inside. Seal manufactures will

[Elecraft] RE; K3 Incorrect Frequency Change - FIXED

2016-01-06 Thread Bill Wiehe via Elecraft
As follow up to my earlier post, my issue of the VFO A frequency not tracking properly was due to my CONFIG: CW WGHT setting being wrong. I somehow set the VFO offset from 'VFO NOR' to 'VFO OFS' which results in the frequency offset equal to the CW tone/pitch selected. A big thank you to Mike

Re: [Elecraft] Re Elecraft] Crackling in Headphones

2015-11-30 Thread Matt Murphy
Just wondering if either of you have done the RF gain calibration before and/or after the synth board upgrade. 73, Matt NQ6N On Monday, November 30, 2015, Brian D. Comer wrote: > > > I have noted a similar Cracking in the speaker when listing to AM broadcast > station KFI (640

Re: [Elecraft] Re Elecraft] Crackling in Headphones

2015-11-30 Thread DGB
No Matt but will look into that tomorrow! Thanks! 73 Dwight NS9I On 11/30/2015 6:55 PM, Matt Murphy wrote: Just wondering if either of you have done the RF gain calibration before and/or after the synth board upgrade. 73, Matt NQ6N On Monday, November 30, 2015, Brian D. Comer

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