[Elecraft] OT: Radials for Verticals

There is more bad information out there on verticals than any other topic in hamdom (with the possible exception of mag loops).  I suggest you buy ON4UN's book on low-band dxing. and treat the chapter on verticals as gospel..  This much I know--I used an HF2V for 20 years with 6 ground radials

[Elecraft] OT: Radials for Verticals

There is more bad information out there on verticals than any other topic in hamdom (with the possible exception of mag loops).  I suggest you buy ON4UN's book on low-band dxing. and treat the chapter on verticals as gospel..  This much I know--I used an HF2V for 20 years with 6 ground radials

[Elecraft] Another Elecraft Tale

A couple of weeks ago I went on a kayaking trip to the northeast corner of Vancouver Island.  With my luggage already overweight,  I debated whether to bring my KX1 or KX3.  I knew I would have only one night camping on a remote island in which to operate, and the KX1 made more sense.  I

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[Elecraft] [P3] I Vote Per Mode Presets N/T

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[Elecraft] KX1 Battery Pack

For beaucoup power from a KX1,  you can use a 4S1P A123 pack, and even recharge it remotely with a small solar panel and a Genasun controller.  Mine puts out well over 5 watts with this setup, however Wayne has said this much power can endanger the finals.  So far, no problems.  It is a bit

Re: [Elecraft] EME with K3 /XV144

A couple of notes on using the XV144 for EME: 1.  The crystal oven option helps stability.  Allow 30-minute warmup. 2.  Max power for JT65 is 10 watts, but cooling is inadequate.  I use a small muffin fan attached to the desktop that blows air under the XV144 and works perfectly.  The extra

[Elecraft] Using tube transmitter with K3/KX3/K2 as receiver?

Has anyone figured out how to use a tube transmitter while using a modern Elecraft transceiver as the receiver safely?  Is it possible? Thanks and 73, Eric WD6DBM __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] [KAT500] Faulting?

I am using a KAT500 to control my station's antenna switching.  Tonight when I used a tube transceiver and amplifier, I would get a FAULT about every 5-10 minutes.  Power was 650w.  Here are the KAT500's parameters: f=7032, VSWR 1.13, BYPASS VSWR 1.8, TUNE STATE 0 9 20 1.13, fm 1.67.  Any idea

[Elecraft] KX2 Waterproof Case

For the first time in my life, I will disagree with Don.  A zip-lock bag will not protect your KX2 or even M in the event of a capsize.  I speak not from theory or opinion, but as an expert kayak capsizer.  Tested and true.  You need the type of Pelican case that has an O-ring, not some of

[Elecraft] Does KPA1500 have these KPA500 characteristics?

While trying to run my KPA500 at full-tilt--but as cool as possible--in digital modes, I have noticed over the years that: 1). The KPA500 actually runs cooler at just-below-fault power output than it does at either 500 or even 400 watts output. 2)  The KPA500 runs substanitally cooler at a 1:1

[Elecraft] K3S XREF GPSDO recommendation needed

Dear Gang: A shiny new K3S has joined my Elecraft herd, though K3 #2545 is still going strong.  I have been getting confused looking at GPSDOs, and wonder if someone can recommend a plug and play (or close as practicable) GPSDO for me to buy.   73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

[Elecraft] P3 help needed

I disconnected my P3 #24x from K3 #2545, and connected it to K3S #11xxx, using a bnc cable, and the elecraft cable that goes from the TRANSCEIVER jack on the p3, to the ethernet jack on the  K3S.  All firmware is the latest.  The K3S is connected to the PC via the K3S USB port. The P3 worked

[Elecraft] P3 issue solved

It appears that I got a defective cable from Elecraft.  There's a first time for everything.  I was using the single cable from the P3 to the K3S.  When I swapped it for the double connected P3 to K3S cable, it worked. This after an hour of reloading firmware, plugging and unplugging...and

[Elecraft] AF-1

Can someone tell me what the input impedance of the AF-1 is? I am  looking for something to use with a Heathkit HW-8 which has about a 1K  output impedance. I don't know what the impedance is, but the AF-1 works great with an HW-8.  Also an HR-1661.  In my experience, it's mandatory! 73 Eric

[Elecraft] KX1 Value

Is $1500 outrageous for an unbuilt KX1 when a working HW-8 goes for $400+ and an unbuilt HW-8 goes for $800+?  What if the invoice from Elecraft says "The Last KX1?" Just curious what people think.  Building and using a KX1 was and is a blast.  It's a masterpiece! 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from

[Elecraft] K3 and WSJT-X FT8 timing

I have also noticed this timing issue with WSJT-X 1.8.0 FT8, K3 #2545, an XP laptop running under CAT control, with external U7 soundcard.  WSPR runs without timing issues.  Past incarnations of WSJT have run on this same setup with JT65 on EME with no timing issues that I remember.  DIM4 runs

[Elecraft] K3 FT8 timing

After reading all the posts on this I 1) reduced tx delay from .2 to .1 on the ADVANCED tab, and 2) discovered to my surprise that VOX was still on from early failures trying to get PTT and CAT to work.  I turned VOX off. K3 #2545 now has no timing issues with WSJT-X 1.8.0 in FT8 with or without

[Elecraft] FT8

I can't get the WSJT-X CAT control to work with either my K3 or FT817, either. Setting the PTT to VOX is the easiest way, set RADIO to NONE.  Setting the PTT to RTS will also work if you set PTT to RTS in the K3 menu, also with RADIO set to NONE.  I don't know why this works, but it does. I

[Elecraft] The KX1 Now and Forever

Before ths thread dies, I wanted to add my voice.  The KX1 is the most compact, brilliantly designed radio a normal person can build.  Without the KX1, there is no gateway drug to the K2. The KX1 has everything you need, and nothing you don't.  A good receiver, a good filter, obscenely low

[Elecraft] Baker Island, the K3, and APF

I managed to get Baker Island in the log on 15-80 meters on FT8 (it took BOTH the KAT500 and KAT3 for 60m, but that's another story).  I had filled some other slots, too. What I really wanted was 40 CW, my favorite band from my Novice days in the the 70s.  I camped out on 7023 for hours,

[Elecraft] K1 and K2 RIP?

I just called Elecraft looking for some parts for my spare K1 and K2 and was told they are out of production.  They are still listed on the order page. If true, I am very sorry to see them go.  Building my K2 was one of the best experiences of my life.  Thank you, Elecraft. 73. Eric WD6DBMOwner,

[Elecraft] 630m on K3/S

After reading the Elecraft Application Note on this, I'm wondering if there has been discussion at Elecraft of producing an XV.472 (sic) transverter?   Imagine, a fella could even operate 630m from his K2. Elecraft could be first on the block with true 630m integration.   Instead of throwing a

[Elecraft] DirecTV RFI

I was an early adopter of DirecTV due to my hatred of the local cable company.  I had to install my first dish. Over the years I've had a number of receivers that were immune to ham band signals (1500w), but had ONE that was terrible.  One watt of RF on 40m would render it useless as it turned

[Elecraft] KX2 + KXPA100 + CAT Control

I am a bit flummoxed as to how to set this up.  I can't find anything in the KX2 or KXPA100 manuals.  I am at a remote site for today only, so please email me directly if you can help.   I have the KX2 working fine with the KXPA100, and an FT817 + KXPA100 + CAT working with a rigblaster.  

[Elecraft] Fan for KXPA100

ARCTIC F12 Silent - Ultra-Quiet 120 mm Case Fan | Silent Cooler with Standard Case | almost inaudible | Push- or Pull Configuration possible > https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0119T0D4I?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf >  I have run it for over 100hrs at 14.2vdc with no problem.  You could always but a diode in

[Elecraft] KXPA100 fan for dig modes

This fan fits the KXPA100 heatsink perfectly, is cheap, and keeps the amp stone cold even during digital modes at 100w run WFO. Almost silent--I can't hear it from two feet away. 73 Eric WD6DBM ARCTIC F12 Silent - Ultra-Quiet 120 mm Case Fan | Silent Cooler with Standard Case | almost

[Elecraft] K3 powers off at 12W

I suggested an option years ago where we could have the KPA3 cut in earlier than 13 watts on digital modes.  If there is a reason this is undesireable, I would love to know why.  I don't operate my K3 between 5 and 15w for just this reason.  If I want 10w, I run it through an HFPacker amp

[Elecraft] KX3 + PX3 + KXPA100 audio leakage

I've started running this setup on FT8.  For some reason, I can hear the grinding FT8 sound on TX.  MON is set to 0, AF 54, MIC 60--these produce the right levels of Tx and Rx audio with the soundcard levels set mid-range.  DATA mode.  I think the sound is coming from the KX3.  Any ideas how I

[Elecraft] KAT1500

My KAT500 is the hub of my station.  I can switch one of numerous radios into it, it then selects the proper antenna and tuning solution with a single dit from non-Elecraft gear.  I can bring my KX2 into the living room in the comfort of my LazyBoy, and in the shack the KAT500 does the tuning

[Elecraft] KX3+KXPA100+KPA1500 band data?

Is there a way to send band data from the kx3+kxpa100 combo to the kpa1500?  I keep forgetting to change bands. 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Covers for Elecraft (and other) Gear

I've been buying covers from a guy on Ebay that I am very happy with--including new KPA1500 covers.  Here's the link: jse-repair on eBay | | | | || | | | | | jse-repair on eBay Follow jse-repair on eBay. Buying, Selling, Collecting on eBay has never been more

[Elecraft] KPA1500 fan on stby

Why is the KPA1500 PS fan making so much noise when the amp is in STBY and just the ATU is being used?  What are those big boys cooling? I'd hoped this would change with the new firmware but it did not.  Any hope for the future?   73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

[Elecraft] ELECAN DUMMY LOAD

Now that Elecraft has a full line of high-power amplifiers, why not produce a high-power dummy load?  A one-gallon paint can, with a precision resistor take-off for accurate power measurement, snazzy graphics maybe with pictures of Eric and Wayne :-).  You know, like the Heathkit Cantenna, only

[Elecraft] Thanks, Elecraft!

I wanted to use a vintage rig for SKN, and with my Heathkits out of action, I turned to my trusty K2--little used since the KX3 and KX2 came out. What a joy this radio is to use!  I had forgotten what a gem it is.  Thanks, Elecraft! 73 es HNY, Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

[Elecraft] [K1] keying output mod possible?

Is there a way to simply mod a K1 to provide a keying output for a KXPA100 or KPA500 amp? I built every option into my four-band K1 if that makes a difference. Thanks and 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] [KAT500] Odd KAT500 Behavior

I am using an early KAT500 with a K3S.  When using WSPR in band-hopping mode at 5w, WSJT-X 2.0 commands a band change and transmit, the K3S starts transmitting, then stops, changes bands, then changes back to the original band, say 40 meters.  I think this part is a WSJT problem, and has been

[Elecraft] [K3] K3 50W TX Calibration Question

Why does the KPA3 have to be set to NOR instead of FN1 when doing a 50W TX calibration?  Just curious. 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] [Kpa500] voltage tap

My KPA500 used to be on a 220v line, but it is now in an area where that is not possible.  It is on 120v, in a 65 year old house.  Further, I am running it on a 10ft appliance type heavy extension cord.  I cannot change these circumstances for the forseeable future. No load HV is 78v.  Under

[Elecraft] KPA fans in digital modes

I, too, use FAN2 for both the KPA500 and KPA1500 in digital modes.  Both amps run considerably cooler and with less thermal variation. It would be great if the PF1 or PF2 keys on the KPA1500 could be used to toggle into a preset FAN2 (or choose your poison) when pounding away on digital modes

[Elecraft] KPA1500 PF buttons fan programming

Mike, W0VTT, sent me these macros that can be entered into the KPA1500 Utility Program ro set the fan speed to 2, and back to 0: ^pf1^fc2; ^pf2^fc0; Note that the KPA1500 Owner's Manual still incorrectly lists the PF buttons as a future release.  I didn't RTrightFM. Thanks to all who replied. 73

[Elecraft] K3 Fan Control Command?

Has there been any thought given to adding a fan control command to the K3/K3S?  It would be nice to get some cool air inside the radio after repeated  extended digital transmissions below 12 watts.  The radio gets very warm. 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

[Elecraft] AXT1--with a twist

I rigged a camera mout arm to my recumbent trike.  It folds in to the frame while riding, then I fold it out for mounting the AX1 to it wih the TAX1 when stopped.  However, I noticed on the TATX1 that although it has a threaded hole for attaching radial wire(s), there is no thumbscrew provided,

Re: [Elecraft] AXT1--with a twist

ize, look through the KX3 assembly manual to see if there is a match in thread size. 73, Don W3FPR On 12/2/2018 7:48 PM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote: > I rigged a camera mout arm to my recumbent trike.  It folds in to the frame > while riding, then I fold it out for mounting the AX1 to

[Elecraft] 6m Meteor Scatter

John, The best time for meteor scatter is at night or early morning.  At that time, your side of the Earth is facing the direction of the Earth revolving around the Sun, increasing the speed at which meteors and dust plow into the ionosphere, giving better "burns."  The worst time is around

[Elecraft] Noise-cancelling Headphones Redux

Dear Dave: I asked my KPA1500 if she wanted to be your KPA1500.   There was a slight shudder from her front cloven hooves.  She went to FAN 5, wailing like a banshee, and all the LEDs flashed "NO NO NO" in Morse--at 15wpm so she was sure even I could copy. "It's OK, baby!," I screamed above her

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Report

I have been having a blast the past few mornings running my K3/KPA1500 on 6m meteor scatter.  Right now I have FAN MIN set to 2, and with 15s T/R cycles, the big fella settles at about 52C with around 1300w out.  This morning I got a +15db report from a station 1000km away, and I was using a

[Elecraft] W2 at 472kHz?

Has anyone tested a W2 at 472kHz?  Does it work?  I would be putting 50w through it at that frequency using a transverter. Thanks and 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] KX3 Rechargeable Batteries

You must measure the batteries under load.  The no-load voltage is almost meaningless. You must use NiMH batteries in the KX3 if you are using the internal charger.  The best way to test them is to use an external battery charger built for RC that accomodates NiMH chemistry, and can both charge

[Elecraft] Most rewarding/Craziest QSO

In 2014 I was on a kayaking trip in the Johnstone Strait/Queen Charlotte Strait off Vancouver Island.  I brought my KX3 along, and one evening I had a few spare minutes while camped near the Sophie Islands.  I threw my wire up in a very wet tree, and laid out a counterpoise on wet, thick

[Elecraft] Noise-cancelling headphones mystery

I have owned a pair of Heil noise-cancelling headphones for many years.  They worked very well to reduce the noise of my old AL-1200 amplifier, and the 5 fans on my cantankerous man-killer Henry 2002A EME amplifier.  However, they are completely ineffective against the KPA1500.  I bought a pair

[Elecraft] HF Stealth Loops

Anyone interested in magloops should visit www.alexloop.com  by Alex, PY1AHD.  He has really pioneered the popularity of small, portable loops and has built many  experimental loops.  There is a video of him setting up an AlexLoop in 90 seconds (not rushed) at www.alexloop.com A magloop inside

[Elecraft] K4

I told the XYL tonight I was not going to be seduced by the SDR and the glass cockpit of the K4.  Nope.   Not gonna do it.   Immune.   Happy with my K3-K2-K1-KX3-KX2-KX1. Then it went up on the Elecraft website this morning, and I can see it has THE SAME PAW-SHAPED FEET and CROUCHING PANTHER

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Power Supply Fan Noise

More broadly, has there been any progress on reducing the piercing power supply fan noise on the KPA1500 when only using it as a tuner or an antenna switch?  I complained about this a year ago, and I find it completely unacceptable.  No set of noise-reducing headphones that I have tried works

[Elecraft] Bodnar GPSDO Power Supply

Dear Gang: I bought a Bodnar GPSDO a while back on the suggestion of KN1CBR, Ted (get well soon!) and it has worked great for use with the K3 XREF option.  Though you can run it on 12v, it gets hot.  I found a 5v big wallwart supply from Jameco, part # 1953612.  It is a potted linear supply

[Elecraft] K3s apparent TX failure

The transmitter of my K3s appears to have suddenly failed.  There is no power out.  I reloaded the current fw three times.  I ran TX gain calibration three times, and get "tx gain calibration failed because transmit power did not reach the expected value.  5 watt calibration failed."  This was

[Elecraft] The Night of Nights

Tonight is the 20th anniversary of the end of marine radiotelegraphy.  You can listen in to the activities detailed below.  KFS is currently booming in here on 12MHz on my K3. Maritime Radio Historical Society | | | | || | | | | | Maritime Radio Historical Society

[Elecraft] KPA1500 PSU FAN ISSUE RESOLVED

The squealing PSU fan issue was so bad, I didn't turn the KPA1500 on for many months.  When I finally did, the squeal was gone.  Since it did not turn up on burn-in, I can only guess that some jostling in shipping did something.  After hours of running it has not come back.  Better yet, with

[Elecraft] KPA1500 PSU LED board replacement?

Does anyone have the instructions for this, or is it obvious? Thanks 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] KX2 Color Scheme

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[Elecraft] KX2 storage temps

Does anyone know what a safe temperature is for storing--not operating--a KX2, with batteries?  32F?  20F?  10F?  I can't find the answer in the manual, brochure, or FAQs Thanks and 73, Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __

[Elecraft] K4 model v. K3S for strong nearby signal rejection.

Can somebody tell me which of the K4 models will produce better blocking of extremely strong (S9+20 to S9+40) nearby in frequency signals than a K3S?  Is this blocking gain compression?  I'm trying to plan a future station upgrade and I have ham neighbors. 73. Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail

[Elecraft] KX4???

I see Eric is scheduled to talk at the NCDXC tomorrow about the KX4.  Is this a typo, or have the elves been even busier than I thought? 73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] PZOT: Profuse Zones on the Air

At my QTH, Public Transit is swinging from antenna to antenna like Tarzan, and you can power your house by turning off AGC in FT8 and plugging your speaker output into the nearest wall outlet.   73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

[Elecraft] AX1 Report

Dear Gang: I finally got a chance to try out my AX1 for picnic table ops in a Sunnyvale, CA park.  On day 1, I worked a guy in Phoenix from my KX3 on 20m--after 2 CQ calls.  Day 2, I got skunked.  Yesterday, with 20m packed with contest signals, I put on the 40m coil and immediately worked a

[Elecraft] An ode to K3 #2545--no useful info here

Due to my mobility issues, I have two stations set up in my house--one with a newer K3S, and one with my old buddy K3 #2545.  Number 2545 has been upgraded over the years several times, and about a year ago I sent her back to the mothership to get the full set of upgrades that became available

[Elecraft] KPA1500 RFI on 12m

My Force 12 C3 antenna is not resonant on 12m.  Using the K3 barefoot, the internal atu tunes the antenna fine.  Bypassing the K3 atu, but still running barefoot into the KPA1500 atu, the KPA atu loses it's mind and goes in and out of TUNE mode uncommanded.  Even though the KPA has found a

[Elecraft] K4 question +12m SOLVED

I am surrounded by hams in my suburban neighborhood, one new ham two blocks away who is S9+20db when he runs qrp.  I pray he doesn't learn cw. My question is, what model of K4 will supply the same blocking dynamic range equal to or better than the K3S?  The K4HD?  I need RF protection!  Every

[Elecraft] K3S

Am I the only one apoplectic over the news of the discontinuation of the K3S?  Or did I read the newsletter wrong, my brain being soaked with RF in the shack, RX noise, Mix 31 poisoning, and the Non-Resonant Too Low Antennas of Damocles over my head? 73 Eric WD6DBM, owner, The Last KX1 Sent

[Elecraft] KPA1500 tuning

With KPA1500 amp in bypass, ATU in bypass, I put the K3's atu tuner inline, then pressed ATU TUNE on the K3.  The ATU in the KPA1500 started to tune, then faulted on 30m.  I don't want the KPA1500 doing anything on 30m.  Running beta fw 2.28.  Do I have a setting wrong, am I supposed to turn the

[Elecraft] VP8PJ + KPA1500

I'm not entirely sure I've worked VP8PJ yet--they are in the noise on my modest antennas--but if I did, it was some KPA1500 setup advice a while back from Dick Dievendorff, K6KR,  another Elecraft guy who doesn't get enough praise.  Thanks, Dick.  My K3/KPA1500 is a joy to use on CW pileups.

[Elecraft] [K2] Adding amplifier PTT out to K2

Dear Gang: I know one could take the PTT signal from the now-discontinued K60XV board, and it is provided on the K2/100 lid, but are there any other option boards that one can use to provide an external PTT signal? If not, is anyone making the N0SS ptt out boards?  I'm trying to avoid the

[Elecraft] My prediction for Dayton 2021

With the KX1 commanding high prices, and the K1 gone as well, I predict an ultra tiny KX1B--80-15m, cw only, powered by a galvanic cell and sweat--placed under the arm.   73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K4 and Borland

My only hope is that--with the K3s out of production--Elecraft doesn't get too squeezed financially before K4s start shipping.  I'm sure they are doing everything they can to get the conga line going.   73 Eric WD6DBM Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

[Elecraft] K4 LF & MF, K4 EXREF?

Will the K4 transmit at 136 or 472 kHz, and if so at what power level and through which antenna port?  If so, at first ship or in the future? The K4 brochure shows an empty hole for XREF, will this be available at first ship or in the future, and will it require an option board?   My apologies

[Elecraft] MH2, MH4 mic compatibility?

Will an MH2 mic work with a K3S, and will an MH4 mic work with a K2? Thanks, 73, Eric WD6DBM  __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] MH2, MH4 mic compatibility?

ote: > > Eric, > > Yes to both. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > >> On 9/27/2020 7:04 PM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote: >> Will an MH2 mic work with a K3S, and will an MH4 mic work with a K2? >> Thanks, >> 73, Eric WD6DBM >>  >> ___

[Elecraft] 20m CW + KPA1500 = Comcast Disconnect

Dear Gang: While looking at Europe banging in on 20m FT8 this morning, I switched over to CW, cruised the band, then called CQ DX for a while.  An hour later, a Comcast (Xfinity) technician was knocking on the door (no mask) claiming I was knocking out service to 600 customers (he said he had

Re: [Elecraft] 20m CW + KPA1500 = Comcast Disconnect

o my house, but I also ran some new RG6 from the splitter to the cable modem and replaced the cheap F connectors with good ones.  73 de Joe NE3R On Thu, Aug 6, 2020 at 5:32 PM eric norris via Elecraft wrote: Dear Gang: While looking at Europe banging in on 20m FT8 this morning, I switched o

[Elecraft] K3s Modules and Parts after COVID?

i got quite a scare tonight when I thought a W7 laptop's USB port gone rogue had taken out two KIO3Bs.  Does Elecraft plan on keeping enough modules and parts in stock after things return to "normal" to keep our K3s going for some reasonable period of time?  I'm experiencing a vague sense of

[Elecraft] OT: need simple log uploader to LOTW

I am extremely frustrated.  I use the logging function in WSJT-X for digial mode QSOs, which I effortlessly upload to LOTW, using nothing more than a trackball. What I am looking for is an app, that runs on an android phone or tablet, that allows me to enter and upload CW and SSB QSOs that so

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Questions + RFE

Dear Brain Trust: 1)  Is there a downside to using a very long FAN DWELL TIME, other than noise?  I am trying to get my amp to run cooler. 2)  Does anyone offer a KX3 to KPA1500 serial cable, and a K2 to KPA1500 serial cable for sale?  No, I can no longer build them myself, even though they are

[Elecraft] Pelican case for K3?

Does anybody know what model Pelican case is the best fit for a K3?  Thanks! 73, Eric WD6DBM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] K4 questions!

Within shipping groups, will the K4D be available as soon as the K4, or later? To use diversity rx with the K4D, does the second antenna have to be connected to the RX ANT port, or a second ANT port, and do you need the internal ATU to get multiple ANT ports?  Can the internal ATU be assigned to

[Elecraft] KPA500 Bypass Power Limit?

How much power can I run through a KPA500 that is in BYPASS, or turned off?  That is, using exciter power only? Thanks! 73, Eric WD6DBM  __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] N6TV S-Box and Y-Box

This is an unsolicited, whole-hearted endorsement of N6TV's S-Boxes and Y-Box.  I wish I had taken a picture of the pile of wiring eliminated by my first Y-Box.   Bob recently delivered an S-Box that allows my two K2s (with serial I/O  and key-out options), KX2, or KX3 to be connected to a

Re: [Elecraft] N6TV S-Box and Y-Box

Note also my fantastic S-Box also works with a K2/10 IF it has the serial I/O option AND a key out mod.  The KPA1500 shows 500w out with K2/10 at full tilt with QSK! 73, Eric WD6DBM  On Wed, Jan 6, 2021 at 11:19 AM, Bob Wilson, N6TV wrote: Thank you very much Eric, A collection of

[Elecraft] Interfacing K2 to KPA1500?

The KPA1500 Manual mentions using a K2 with serial interface for band data, but does not show how to wire it (that I can find).  I can't find it in the nabble archive either.  Does anyone know how to do this? Thanks and 73, Eric WD6DBM 

Re: [Elecraft] Interfacing K2 to KPA1500?

, eric norris via Elecraft wrote: > The KPA1500 Manual mentions using a K2 with serial interface for band data, > but does not show how to wire it (that I can find).  I can't find it in the > nabble archive either.  Does anyone know how to do this? > Thanks and > &g

[Elecraft] XG2 Manual

Dear Gang: I am giving my XG2 to a friend who restores tube gear.  I cannot find the instruction manual on the Elecraft site.  Does anyone have a link or a pdf?  Thanks! 73, Eric WD6DBM  __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K2/100 Amp Keying Limits?

Can anyone tell me what the external amplifier keying limits are for a K2/100?  I'm trying to use an AL811H, which has 14.5V at 10ma on the relay jack.  Do I need an external interface?  I cannot find the answer in the K2/100 manual.  Thanks! 73, Eric WD6DBM 

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Dear Gang: Xfinity, our internet provider, showed up at 7:30am this morning, to explain to the XYL that we were being cut off for good because my amateur radio activities had caused wide area outages.  Oddly, these wide area outages did not include my own house.  They told her the antennas

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I wonder what an Elecraft tuner could do with 100 miles of barbed wire? https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/atrocious-but-efficient-how-ranchers-used-barbed-wire-to-make-phone-calls/ 73, Eric WD6DBM  __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3S RX ANT COR?

Is there a COR protecting the RX IN on a K3S that does not have a KAT3 or a KRX3 installed?  I can't find a definitive answer in the manual or the Nabble archive.  Thanks. 73, Eric WD6DBM  __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] KPA1500 cyclic macros?

There has been some discussion on the KX group reflector of cyclic macros for the KX3. My question is, would this work on the KPA1500?  Could a single macro be written for a PF key that would cycle through the various fan speeds? P.S.  Thank you ALL for your suggestions in re my XFINITY/COMCAST

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[Elecraft] OT: Need Antenna Help

Dear Gang: I can no longer work up on my small tower, and need to find someone who does antenna work professionally or semi-pro in the south San Francisco bay area.  Please email me any recommendations off-list Thanks! 73, Eric WD6DBM 

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