[Elecraft] Trying to get my kit working on Tx

I have just completed the assembly and installed the 100 PA. I ran the tests suggested in the book but no transmit checks at the low power. I guess at this point I have no idea if the 10w stage is working. When going to CONFIG :KPA I see a lot of choices, it would appear that PA nor is

[Elecraft] Can not set PA Temp

I can get to the input for PA temp but turning VFO A knob yields no change. Thank you, 73 Jack, W3TMZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub,

[Elecraft] Huge audio burst

I juat experienced what others have mentioned on this reflector. Fortunately I was using speakers, it came out of no where, the K3 was in the NR mode and I had changed it from 1-4 to 2-3 and back. Suddenly, BAM! It actually was so loud that it was scary. I had the AFX mode on. My first guess

[Elecraft] Source of mating ACC cconnector (K3)

The subject line says it all! I don't see a mention of the connector type in the manual. Is it identical to a monitor connector ? All I need it one! Thank you, 73 Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Strange problem when switching modes from VFO A to B

I have VFO A programmed for CW on each band, VFO B programmed for SSB (makes no difference which sideband ). Power up the K3 on VFO A then switch over to VFO B and the signal generated is extremely distorted and sounds like it is being transmitted via a very narrow filter. To correct this

Fw: [Elecraft] Update Strange problem when switching modes from VFO A to B

I jsut loaded the latest beta firmware and the strange audio stlll remains. Thanks to all who made comments and suggestions. 73 Jack, W3TMZ - Original Message - From: Jack Colson jcols...@tampabay.rr.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 8:39 PM Subject

[Elecraft] Source of anti-static goodies

When looking for anti-static goodies Google help me locate the source referenced below: I have NO connection to the company - just passing the info along. Their prices are reasonable. http://www.apogeekits.com/anti-static_products.htm 73 Jack, W3TMZ

Re: [Elecraft] External keyers with K3

Actually, I prefer the internal keyer in the K3. For whatever reason(s) I tend to make less errors with it as compared to my Idiom press which I have used for a long time. Same paddle. I do use a WinKey via USB for CW when using N1MM. FWIW 73 and good luck, Jack, W3TMZ - Original Message

[Elecraft] Suggested AGC settings for Beta 3.03

After the dust settles it would be nice to get a general idea of preferred settings for contest conditions AGC settings. Thank you, 73 Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] OT: Help with Ham Radio Deluxe and K3

I am trying to get my two computers to communicate with each other and control the K3. The K3 interfaces OK to the remote server PC which is co-located. I am using a wireless network and have enabled port 7805 to be passed through the router. Problem is getting the two computers to

[Elecraft] K3 s/n 1169 21MHz band distortion

in the sound of the transmitted signal purity. I think the best illustration of this would be for me to call a service technician and let them listen to it. That would at least let them hear what I am experiencing. Thank you for your assistance. Jack Colson, W3TMZ

[Elecraft] K3 s/n 1169 21MHz band distortion

- Original Message - From: Jack Colson jcols...@tampabay.rr.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 4:20 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 s/n 1169 21MHz band distortion I have noticed whenever I used the transciever on 21MHz (rare since band conditons are so poor

[Elecraft] QSK with the K3 and Ten Tec 425 amp

I tried to interface the K3 with my 425 amp as suggested by TenTec. That did not work. Has someone done this and if so what did you do. Now I have the K3 key out going to 425 PTT in and the amp if following the keying. In the Ten Tec method, you connect the key to to amp and have it send a

[Elecraft] K3 power output level

I have calibrated the transmit as per the manual at the 50W level. Notice that when you turn up the power control it goes to 120W. Is that normal? Thanks, Jack, W3TMZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a

[Elecraft] KXV3 board questions

Just installed the KXV3 board this morning and have observed the following: 1) the RX ant works - what is the RX ant OUT for? 2) in the Config menu for the KXV3 get only these three options - nor, not installed and EESE. 3) in the config WMTR mode, will only go to HP and VFO A just varies a

[Elecraft] Re-loading earlier version firmware ?

Before I upgraded to version 2.16 using the K3 Utility software I saved the present (original) configuration. I have since updated to version 2.20 and wanted to go back to see how the rig worked using the earlier version. Again using the utility software I go to configurations and see two

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 6m pre-amp

I personally would use a MGF-1302. 73 Jack, W3TMZ - Original Message - From: Jack Smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 6:48 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 6m pre-amp Don: The U310's are not too easy to find

[Elecraft] Six meter pre-amp

I just converted one of my144 MHz home built pre-amps to 6 meters. I have no test equipment other than listening to beacons but I can tell you that it makes one hell of a difference in signals. I now can really hear the noise floor. I am using a MGF-1302. The gain is probably 20dB but I

[Elecraft] Sale on KLH 970A speakers

Someone here mentioned the KLH 970A speakers, well I found them at Sears today. Best of all they are on clearance for $14.97. Normal price is $29.99. They sound pretty good especially if you enable the audio effects. 73 Jack, W3TMZ ___ Elecraft

[Elecraft] Suitable headphones for K3

The manual states that headphones having aimpeadance of 16 ohms are recommended. I am using a pair of Koss (cheapies) and really have a hard time getting much sound from them. I would be interested in recommended headphones (16 ohm) that work well with the K3. Thank you, 73, Jack, W3TMZ

[Elecraft] Thank you for headphone suggestion

Thank you to all that replied. I have enough information now! 73 Jack, W3TMZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.):

[Elecraft] N1MM and K3 interface ?

I just tried to interface N1MM software with my K3 using the Elecraft USB to RS-232 cable. Problrm is that as the program comes up the PTT line is asserted. I tried monkeying with the DTR and RTS settings resulting that the transceiver continued to be in the transmit mode. I could only

[Elecraft] How to communicate with the K3 using N1mm via USB?

OK I give up, I have two USB to RS-232 interface cables: 1) the Elecraft and 2) a Radio shack. Each cable works, I can see the comm ports listed whenchecked with device manager/ports when they are connected to the PC. I use the Elecraft cable for firmware downloads to the K3 successfully.

[Elecraft] Solved: How to communicate with the K3 using N1mm

Well it is working, i presumed that the K3 would auto-baud with what ever bit rate it was receiving. Not so, mine was sitting at 9600. Once the two were set to agree, BINGO! Thanks to all - sorry I should have looked at the config -rs232 on the K3 before asking for help. 73 Jack, W3TMZ

[Elecraft] scanning

I am unable to enable the scan function. I have stored two frequencies in memory locations 90 and 91. According to the manual(version D4 page 40) simply depress MV, hold scan button for 2 seconds and you will see AF ON. Well holding SCAN does nothing and do not see the AF msg nor SCAN.

[Elecraft] K3 app ?

I seem to recall someone mentioning a K3 app. Is my memory failing me again? I see a P3 app. Help! 73 and thank you, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] P3 Photo taken at Orlando

I have a good photo of the P3 taken early this morning but have no site to post. I will be glad to forward it to someone who can post it to a link for all to see. Eric was quite familiar with the buttons and knobs. 73 Jack, W3TMZ

[Elecraft] Starting values for AGC with MCU 4.51 ???

With all the comments about the upgraded or improved AGC is their a consensus as to starting values? I realize that these can be tailored for specific situations but a default starting set would be helpful. Thank you in advance, 73, Jack, W3TMZ

[Elecraft] Tune and CW power levels in version 4.60

I just upgraded to mcu 4.60 and observed that when adjusting the power out on CW to a suitable value to drive an amplifier then switching to tune the power is at almost full (90+watts). Is this a change from earlier mcu versions or my bad memory? After setting the tune power out to a lower

Re: [Elecraft] Tune and CW power levels in version 4.60

Lng Time Rick, Thank you. On Dec 13, 2012, at 11:29 AM, Jack Colson jcols...@tampabay.rr.com wrote: I just upgraded to mcu 4.60 and observed that when adjusting the power out on CW to a suitable value to drive an amplifier then switching to tune the power is at almost full (90+watts

[Elecraft] OT K3 interface with HRD DM780

Would someone who had interfaced their K3 to HRD780 kindly contact me on the reflector. Thank you, 73 Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] OT K3 interface with HRD should read contact OFF reflector

Sorry for the mistake, contact off reflector please. __ 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:

[Elecraft] Point me to the note for sending CW when in SSB mode.

I thought I had printed it out but can not find this neat feature. Would someone point me to it? 73 and thank you, Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] KUSB and Windows 10 driver ?

I have an original KUSB which uses the Prolific driver, what driver must I get for to be compatible with Windows 10? 73 and thank you, Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Prolific driver for Windows 10?

Will the driver that is supplied by Elecraft on the mini CD work on Windows 10? It does on Win 7. Thank you, 73, Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Will the USB SERIAL CABLE V 1.1 supplied by Elecraft work with Windows 10?

This is a 2007 CD. It works with Win 7. 73, Jack, W3TMZ __ 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:

[Elecraft] Suggested antennas for the KX-2 for portable ops

I am sure that there are many ideas as to good antennas for the KX-2 in portable use. I’d like to hear some! 73, Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with switching power supply??

Ii have been using the Astron SS-25M for 7 years with my K3 (s/n 11xx) and notice no issues with noise. The same is true with my VHF and UHF transceivers. 73, Jack, W3TMZ > On Feb 16, 2017, at 7:40 PM, Kevin wrote: > > If the Astron ain't broke keep it. There would have to be

[Elecraft] KX-2 has been sold

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[Elecraft] Link to my house listing

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[Elecraft] Upgrading K3 s/n 11xx to operate on the 472KHz

What needs to be upgraded or added to a stock K3 s/n 11xx to receive/transmit on 472KHz? Thank you, 73, Jack, W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] K3 has lost two WARC bands

I can’t imagine what may have caused this, MCU version 5.66. 17 and 12 M bands do not come up. Help! 73, Jack, K3 s/n 1169 W3TMZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Lack of receive signal

I just noticed that my K3 (s/n 1169) is not hearing signals on 7MHz. actually are attenuated to the point where they are almost non-existant. I checked the att and pre amp setting and both seem to have an effect on the background noise but still no received signal ! I do not have a know weak