[Elecraft] Correction on QSO Today Ham Expo link

2020-08-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
The original link I sent was to QSO today (the organizer), not Vfairs (the expo itself). To register, to to: qsotoday.vfairs.com 73, Wayne N6KR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Cable for K3 to Expert 1.3K-FA

2020-08-07 Thread James F. Boehner MD via Elecraft
Joe, I don't know if you have received this information, but I have cables that I ordered from Dan Tassell of Expert Linears: kc5p...@att.net . He makes plug and play cables for various rigs to interface with the Expert Linears. He does good work and stands behind his products. More

Re: [Elecraft] Ham Expo has begun....

2020-08-07 Thread Bill Frantz
Bingo. I didn't see the login button, and wouldn't have clicked it on my own. 73 Bill AE6JV On 8/7/20 at 9:58 PM, j...@n7us.net (Jim McDonald) wrote: > Go to https://qsotoday.vfairs.com/ and click the Login button. > > Jim N7US > > -Original Message- > From:

Re: [Elecraft] Cable for K3 to Expert 1.3K-FA

2020-08-07 Thread Adrian
Joe, just a note on SPE amplifier interfacing, is that not all rigs are supported for cat frequency read interfacing or even band switching. This is essential for the SPE atu (if fitted and active), to set its tune setting before first keyup on band preventing a possible swr alarm and switch to

Re: [Elecraft] Ham Expo has begun....

2020-08-07 Thread Dave
https://qsotoday.vfairs.com/ 73 Dave wo2x Sent from my iPad > On Aug 7, 2020, at 9:56 PM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > OK. I registered for the expo, but have no idea of how to get there. When I > go to there is a "Click here to get to the > expo" button, but

Re: [Elecraft] Ham Expo has begun....

2020-08-07 Thread Jim McDonald
Go to https://qsotoday.vfairs.com/ and click the Login button. Jim N7US -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Bill Frantz Sent: Friday, August 7, 2020 20:54 To: Wayne Burdick Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Ham Expo has begun OK. I

Re: [Elecraft] Ham Expo has begun....

2020-08-07 Thread Bill Frantz
OK. I registered for the expo, but have no idea of how to get there. When I go to there is a "Click here to get to the expo" button, but when click it, I just get a webpage with information about what is coming. 73 Bill AE6JV On 8/7/20 at 9:27 PM,

[Elecraft] Ham Expo has begun....

2020-08-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
Note to all who are interested in the Expo: Our demos don't start until tomorrow morning, but attendees can visit the Exhibitor booths now. We're already there, available to answer questions or just ragchew 73, Wayne N6KR __

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-07 Thread Bill Frantz
Thanks Wayne. With the manual online, and support for jumping to the relevant section, it will be better than what I have with the K3, where the manual is on my computer and I have to text search for the relevant section. The neat thing is that the online manual can be automatically updated

[Elecraft] K3 Transmit Timeout for Remote Operation

2020-08-07 Thread Dana Roode K6NR
I've been using my K3 remote for many years. I'm using VNC to a controlling PC to operate the K3 and a variety of other equipment. I have relied on an imperfect external solution to protect against runaway transmission. I've seen postings to the list over the years about a timeout that tracks

[Elecraft] K3/100/ATU basic TRX For Sale

2020-08-07 Thread Jan
*Open for offer *~ basic Elecraft K3/100/ATU serial 6153 [clean; non smoker] with 2.7kHz  & 50Hz filters & KIO3, HM2 hand-mike,dc cord and manual Estate item needs a new home; Shipped via FedEx ground/insured [double boxed] /Make me an offer/ on this; pay by check or money order Regards,

Re: [Elecraft] FS Elecraft K3 w/options SOLD

2020-08-07 Thread NS9I WI
SOLD SOLD On 8/7/2020 8:18 AM, NS9I WI wrote: S/N #3095 (Mfd May 23, 2009) 1. KRX3 HIGH-PERFORMANCE SUBRECEIVER 2. KAT3 100-WATT AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER 3. KIO3BUPKT KIO3B Upgrade Kits USB Cable to computer, 6-12M Pre-amp 4. KSYN3A SYNTHESIZERS Upgrade including one for the sub-rcvr 5. KPA3 

[Elecraft] Test - please ignore

2020-08-07 Thread LA7NO
Test - 73, Per-Tore / LA7NO -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-07 Thread Buck
Wayne, you think of everything. Buck, k4ia Honor Roll 8BDXCC EasyWayHamBooks.com On 8/7/2020 2:10 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Hi Bill, Yes, the built-in Info System (accessed by tapping the "?" button) is a unique feature of the K4. We're refining it as we go along. It will be available for

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] 270V ERR

2020-08-07 Thread Jack Brindle via Elecraft
It sounds like you really need to contact the tech support guys for this one. The small cable from the microswitch plugs into the Power Supply board. Make sure it is properly seated. It is behind the big toroid transformer, so you may have to move that to check. The signal indicating that 270V

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
Hi Bill, Yes, the built-in Info System (accessed by tapping the "?" button) is a unique feature of the K4. We're refining it as we go along. It will be available for preview/comment at some point. 73, Wayne N6KR > On Aug 7, 2020, at 10:57 AM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > I have a vague memory

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

2020-08-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
Recorded, yes, but I'm not sure when it will be posted. Love to have everyone there, if possible. Bearing personal witness to my first sojourn into the Wilds of Zoom may have entertainment value that transcends content. Wayne > On Aug 7, 2020, at 10:55 AM, Eric Garner wrote: > > Is the

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

2020-08-07 Thread Mark Musick
It is my understanding Eric that the presentations will be kept on line for 30 days for later viewing. 73, Mark, WB9CIF -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Eric Garner Sent: Friday, August 7, 2020 17:56 To: Wayne Burdick Cc: Elecraft Reflector

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-07 Thread Rick Tavan
The "?" Help trigger is there but I think the text is pending completion of the manual on which it will be based. /Rick N6XI On Fri, Aug 7, 2020 at 10:57 AM Bill Frantz wrote: > I have a vague memory that the K4 was supposed to include a > built-in help system. I can see it as being just

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-07 Thread Bill Frantz
I have a vague memory that the K4 was supposed to include a built-in help system. I can see it as being just showing the relevant section of the manual, but it might be different. Is it currently available, or is it waiting for the manual. or is something different? 73 Bill AE6JV On 8/7/20

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

2020-08-07 Thread Eric Garner
Is the presentation going to be recorded for viewing later for those of us who cant make it this weekend? Eric On Fri, Aug 7, 2020, 9:33 AM Wayne Burdick wrote: > Curious about how the KX2 and other Elecraft products were designed? One > of the most important steps in the process is 3D

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

2020-08-07 Thread Jim Brown
On 8/6/2020 10:13 PM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote: It drops constantly, all hours of the day and night. Eric, I had that problem for years here in the house I bought in NorCal. Turned out to be a 6dB attenuator that the Comcast installer had added to the tap-off that already had the

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

2020-08-07 Thread Grant Youngman
Except for the indoor flea market, ability to knob twiddle, photos and a beer with friends, and the profuse sweat generated from trekking through the outdoor flea in 100 deg weather, 4 times, it’s starting to look like this Virtual Expo is going to be a great event. Especially at the Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] 270V ERR

2020-08-07 Thread Augie "Gus" Hansen
Be certain that both ends of the heavy power cable between the PS and the amp are properly installed. Unplug the power pole connectors and reinsert them fully until you hear and feel the click. This ERR indication happened to my KPA1500 recently because the APP on the amp end was slightly

Re: [Elecraft] Cable for K3 to Expert 1.3K-FA

2020-08-07 Thread Bob Wilson, N6TV
Joe, A single cable can work, but it may not be the ideal solution for the long run, should your equipment expand or change. Instead of a custom K3 to SPE cable, consider an alternative that will allow stock cables to work, no matter which radio or amplifier you want to connect. I designed the

[Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

2020-08-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
Curious about how the KX2 and other Elecraft products were designed? One of the most important steps in the process is 3D modeling. On both Saturday and Sunday, I'll be doing live demos of the KX2, including a full tour of the radio's 3D model. This will include: - building a virtual KX2,

[Elecraft] Saturday & Sunday, all day: Live demos of Elecraft products at QSO Today Ham Expo

2020-08-07 Thread Wayne Burdick
Hi all, As you may know, Elecraft is a gold sponsor of the QSO Today Ham Expo this weekend. We'd love to have you drop by our booth. In addition to new video content, we'll have our product specialists and designers available, running live demos all day both Saturday and Sunday. We'll be

[Elecraft] [KPA500] 270V ERR

2020-08-07 Thread LA7NO
Hello, We are constantly getting the "270V ERR" when switching over to OPER. We have checked that the micro-switch is working properly and is correctly operated by the lid. We have also tried the power reset, but still the same. We know there is a problem with the I/O card, since we are not able

Re: [Elecraft] K4 training

2020-08-07 Thread Rick Tavan
Video tutorials would be a good idea, Gary. I wouldn't encourage Elecraft to delay K4 shipment until they are available, though. I suspect owner-produced vids will surface quickly and will be helpful for some. For what it's worth, as an experienced K3 user, I felt comfortable with my field test

[Elecraft] FS Elecraft K3 w/options

2020-08-07 Thread NS9I WI
S/N #3095 (Mfd May 23, 2009) 1. KRX3 HIGH-PERFORMANCE SUBRECEIVER 2. KAT3 100-WATT AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER 3. KIO3BUPKT KIO3B Upgrade Kits USB Cable to computer, 6-12M Pre-amp 4. KSYN3A SYNTHESIZERS Upgrade including one for the sub-rcvr 5. KPA3  Internal 100 W Upgrade 6. Standard 2.7 kHz 5 pole