I use an SDR-IQ and run the supplied SpectraVue software on the i-f output of
the K3. I use LP-Bridge to connect the SDR-IQ to the K3 and DXBase
(day-to-day logging) or N1MM (contest logging).
SpectraVue has an external radio mode with the K3 parameters built in and it
marries to the K3
Jim,
I had my K3 for about two years before I got the P3. Now, I would not be
without it. When chasing DX I can see where the other stations are and either
jump on the frequency of the last guy worked, or find a hole in the pileup
where I can plunk down my signal. I also do the QRP fox hunts -
On 2/28/2014 10:08 AM, Jim Lowman wrote:
So, for those of you who have this option, could you describe how it
has assisted you?
Monitoring and finding stations on dead bands (like 6M), finding holes
in a DX pileup where you might have better success, identifying RFI
noise sources. Finding
I have an LP-Pan (and soon to have a K3 for field day/portable use) and I
really wonder how I ever managed without it.
I'll put it this way, its like checking traffic conditions by driving down
each intersection vs looking down from above via airplane. For contests
(especially digital ones) its
The P3 is my first panadapter. Aside from other uses it often tells me the band
isn't dead after all :-)
73, Phil w7ox -- Sent from my iPhone 5S
On Feb 28, 2014, at 10:08, Jim Lowman jmlow...@sbcglobal.net wrote:
I'm basically a SP operator, especially in contests. I've found that
On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 10:20 AM, Frank Precissi vad...@gmail.com wrote:
I have an LP-Pan (and soon to have a K3 for field day/portable use) and I
really wonder how I ever managed without it.
BAH! P3 P3!
--
CW: NAQCC #6554 | SKCC #10435 | FISTS #16155 | SOC #1038 | FPQRP #3186
Digital: FHC
I'm basically a SP operator, especially in contests. I've found that
calling CQ is something of a waste of valuable time.
When I see options like the Panadapter, or bandscopes from other
manufacturers, I get the metaphor of fishing in a stocked pond.
So, for those of you who have this
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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Lowman
Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 1:09 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] The case for a Panadapter - opinions, please?
I'm basically a SP operator
Hi Jim,
You'll be buried by responses to your question, but let me say that I am as
old-school cw-centric as they come. I contest unassisted, and I used to
question the value of the visual aspect of panadapters too. Until I got a
P3. I can't operate without it! On sp, it helps to separate the
28, 2014 12:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] The case for a Panadapter - opinions, please?
Hi Jim,
You'll be buried by responses to your question, but let me say that I am as
old-school cw-centric as they come. I contest unassisted, and I used to
question the value of the visual aspect
I agree with Jim on the use of waterfall for weak signals. When I first got
the P3 my main focus was on the top part of the display, the spectrum of
signals and I ignored the water fall. One day I discovered a signal in the
waterfall that did not even show up on the top spectrum portion. It
I am using the LPpan with my K3. I feel lost without it. It is amazing
to be able to see the whole band then click on the signal for automatic
QSY. You can walk up and down the band easily picking off the SPs.
You can also see in a second if the band is open and not waste time
tuning
With either the waterfall or peak hold displays, you get to see where other
stations were (and hopefully will come back,) so you don't pass them while
tuning blind.
I really like my P3.
...bill nr4c
Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE DROID
Jim Lowman jmlow...@sbcglobal.net wrote:
I'm
I find the panadapter (or P3 in the case of our Elecraft rig) is
invaluable when monitoring a band that is, apparently, not open. That
happens often on both 10 and 6 meters and being able to *see* a wide
swath of the band permits detection of activity that might not be on a
calling frequency
On 2/28/2014 10:08 AM, Jim Lowman wrote:
When I see options like the Panadapter, or bandscopes from other
manufacturers, I get the metaphor of fishing in a stocked pond.
Many years ago [more than I want to admit], I had a WW2 surplus
panadapter. Little round scope, one trace, and signals
Bennett w6...@mac.com
To: Jim Lowman jmlow...@sbcglobal.net
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 1:19 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] The case for a Panadapter - opinions, please?
Jim,
I had my K3 for about two years before I got the P3. Now, I would not be
without
Jim, if you are referring to CW SP'ing, then the LP Pan/sound card combo
offers a significant advantage over the P3 if you use CW Skimmer, and a
logging program such as N1MM or Writelog. (other logging programs may also
do this) This adds the capability to point click on stations that show up
I'm basically a SP operator, especially in contests.
Salt Pepper?
Gary
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