Re: [Elecraft] Macbook Pro, K3, FT 8 audio quits

[John Stengrevics]

Sorry, I should have added that I am using a MacBook Air, macOS High Sierra, 
10.13.4.

> On Apr 3, 2018, at 2:27 PM, John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> 
> I can’t add anything specific to resolve your issue.  All I can say is that I 
> have been using WSJT-X (currently v1.9.0 - rc2 r8533) with my K3S with 
> absolutely no problems.  I simply connect the the 2 with a USB cable and 
> follow the instructions to set it up.  Perhaps the problem is related to 
> having a K3 and an external sound card?
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
> 
>> On Apr 3, 2018, at 12:16 PM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Look at your computer for the answer.
>> There have been several reports of "strange things happening" with WSJT-X 
>> from MAC users lately.  I can't say whether the problem is the MAC OS or the 
>> WSJT-X software's interaction with the OS.
>> 
>> Windows users do not seem to have similar problems.
>> 
>> Maybe the MAC is like my new car, its computer thinks it is smarter than I 
>> am.
>> 
>> 73,
>> Don W3FPR
>> 
>> On 4/3/2018 11:53 AM, Craig Taylor wrote:
>>> I am running a MacBook Pro with my K3.  In WSJT-X, the audio will work fine 
>>> for awhile.  The audio switches back to the internal IO in the computer.  I 
>>> have to restart the program to make it work again.  I have the upgraded 
>>> KIO3B installed.  What am I doing wrong?? W9OD
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Re: [Elecraft] Macbook Pro, K3, FT 8 audio quits

[John Stengrevics]

I can’t add anything specific to resolve your issue.  All I can say is that I 
have been using WSJT-X (currently v1.9.0 - rc2 r8533) with my K3S with 
absolutely no problems.  I simply connect the the 2 with a USB cable and follow 
the instructions to set it up.  Perhaps the problem is related to having a K3 
and an external sound card?

John
WA1EAZ

> On Apr 3, 2018, at 12:16 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> Look at your computer for the answer.
> There have been several reports of "strange things happening" with WSJT-X 
> from MAC users lately.  I can't say whether the problem is the MAC OS or the 
> WSJT-X software's interaction with the OS.
> 
> Windows users do not seem to have similar problems.
> 
> Maybe the MAC is like my new car, its computer thinks it is smarter than I am.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 4/3/2018 11:53 AM, Craig Taylor wrote:
>> I am running a MacBook Pro with my K3.  In WSJT-X, the audio will work fine 
>> for awhile.  The audio switches back to the internal IO in the computer.  I 
>> have to restart the program to make it work again.  I have the upgraded 
>> KIO3B installed.  What am I doing wrong?? W9OD
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 And WSJT-X FT8 Timing

[John Stengrevics]

Have you tried getting K3S tech support on the phone?

> On Feb 23, 2018, at 10:17 AM, Richard  wrote:
> 
> Tried all that. No joy.
> 
> Richard
> 
>> On Feb 23, 2018, at 9:16 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX  wrote:
>> 
>> No issues of that type here.   These are my setup numbers:
>> 
>> Baud Rate = Eight
>> 
>> Stop Bits = one
>> 
>> Handshake = None
>> 
>> PTT method = CAT
>> 
>> Mode = Data/Pkt
>> 
>> Split = Rig
>> 
>> Also under the Advanced tab:  Miscellaneous
>> 
>> TX Delay = 0.1 sec.
>> 
>> I'm not running any other applications such as JT Alert, N1NM, etc.  The 
>> computer is connected direct to the K3S with no router, or splitter, or hub  
>> and such in the path.
>> 
>> ***  Be sure the VOX mode on the radio is OFF.  {Very important}
>> 
>> 
>> 73
>> 
>> Bob, K4TAX
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 2/22/2018 10:08 PM, Richard wrote:
>>> 
 Begin forwarded message:
 
 From: Richard 
 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 And WSJT-X FT8 Timing
 Date: February 22, 2018 at 11:06:58 PM EST
 To: James Bennett 
 
 I’m fighting the same problem and MORE. It usually goes like this:
 
 First FT8 (or JT65) activity of the day, the K3S seems to start on time 
 but sometimes shut off quite late. Any band, any power; I don’t use the 
 amplifier, so 100 watts is the limit.
 
 As time  goes along, the transmission initiation BY THE K3S gets later and 
 later, and the shut off time does, too. By late I mean 2 to sometimes 5 
 seconds!
 
 Eventually, it starts late, then DOESN’T shut off at all.
 
 Finally, it doesn’t start at all.
 
 I’ve tried just about every imaginable combination of setting on the Radio 
 panel and in the Config menu, all with no improvement.
 
 In the year or more of enjoying JT65 and then FT8 with my Icom IC-7410, I 
 had NONE of these problems, using the same computer and same software. It 
 was bang on and trouble free from Day One.
 
 You kinda hafta suspect the K3S is the culprit in this, but I’m open to 
 anything. If I can’t solve this soon, there will be a virtually brand new 
 K3S for sale.
 
 Richard - W4KBX
 
> Guys - sorry for the delay in responding to your posts - places to go, 
> things to do, all overriding ham radio for a couple hours.
> 
> It was suggested that I see if I’m out of sync on my computer clock(s). 
> Well, here is the strange thing: the iMac that the K3 is connected to 
> consistently is giving me a DT response of 0.1 to 0.2 on 90% of the 
> decoded stations, so I’m thinking that the default time server the iMac / 
> OSX is connected to is pretty accurate. But it is this rig that starts 
> it’s transmission a bit late.
> 
> The RPi 3 that the KX3 is connected to consistently is giving me DT 
> figures around -0.8 to -0.9. which makes me think my time sync is a 
> little off. But the KX3 connected to this RPi starts right up when it is 
> supposed to. Interestingly, that RPi 3 is connected via short Ethernet to 
> another RPi 3 that runs it’s own GPS-sync’d NTP server. Go figure.
> 
> I’m stumped.
> 
> 
> 
>> On Feb 22, 2018, at 5:28 PM, Nr4c  wrote:
>> 
>> Check the clocks on the computers. Sync them to a time server.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> ...nr4c. bill
>> 
>> 
>>> On Feb 22, 2018, at 6:30 PM, James Bennett  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Hi Dennis - how you doing?
>>> 
>>> Sorry I neglected to provide enough info - was in a hurry to post that 
>>> before I had to run out to pickup kids at school (close to your dads 
>>> QTH!)
>>> 
>>> I am using VOX on both rigs. Each rig has it’s own computer and 
>>> separate, but identical external USB sound cards. The K3 is connected 
>>> to an iMac and the KX3 is connected to a Raspberry Pi 3.
>>> 
>>> Jim / W6JHB
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
 On Feb 22, 2018, at 2:31 PM, Dennis Moore  wrote:
 
 How are you keying the K3, VOX or PTT?
 
 It's not clear from the email, are the K3 and KX3  on separate 
 computers on just different sound cards in the same computer?
 
 73, Dennis NJ6G
 
 
> On 2/22/2018 14:22, James Bennett wrote:
> Got a question about using my K3 with WSJT-X 1.8.0 with FT8
> 
> I started looking at the “time bar” in WSJT-X and when the K3’s red 
> TX light comes on with the meter showing RF going out. It is between 
> 1.5 and 2 seconds after the beginning of the new 15 second sequence! 
> In that short duration, I am hearing other stations’ signals coming 
> through on my headphones, so I know that other folks are getting 
> their rig to transmit right at the start of the 

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: K3 And WSJT-X FT8 Timing

[John Stengrevics]

I’m connecting via USB.

> On Feb 23, 2018, at 9:42 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcg...@blomand.net> wrote:
> 
> I don't find those value to work correctly.   The communication between the 
> computer and radio is USB. If it were RS-232, maybe so.
> 
> Also be sure the Poll Interval on the F2 Setup menu,   Radio tab is set to a 
> value of 1 second.
> 
> Via the CONFIG menu, PTT - KEY is set to OFF - OFF, the RS-232 set to USB.
> 
> 73
> 
> Bob, K4TAX
> 
> 
> On 2/23/2018 8:25 AM, John Stengrevics wrote:
>> Try this.
>> 
>>> On Feb 23, 2018, at 9:16 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcg...@blomand.net 
>>> <mailto:rmcg...@blomand.net>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> No issues of that type here.   These are my setup numbers:
>>> 
>>> Baud Rate = Eight
>>>   38400
>>> Stop Bits = one  two
>>> 
>>> Handshake = None
>>> 
>>> PTT method = CAT  RTS
>>> 
>>> Mode = Data/Pkt
>>> 
>>> Split = Rig  Fake It
>>> 
>>> Also under the Advanced tab:  Miscellaneous
>>> 
>>> TX Delay = 0.1 sec.
>>> 
>>>  I'm not running any other applications such as JT Alert, N1NM, etc.  The 
>>> computer is connected direct to the K3S with no router, or splitter, or hub 
>>>  and such in the path.
>>> 
>>> ***  Be sure the VOX mode on the radio is OFF.  {Very important}
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 73
>>> 
>>> Bob, K4TAX
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On 2/22/2018 10:08 PM, Richard wrote:
>>>> 
>>>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>>>> 
>>>>> From: Richard <flat...@comcast.net <mailto:flat...@comcast.net>>
>>>>> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 And WSJT-X FT8 Timing
>>>>> Date: February 22, 2018 at 11:06:58 PM EST
>>>>> To: James Bennett <w6...@me.com <mailto:w6...@me.com>>
>>>>> 
>>>>> I’m fighting the same problem and MORE. It usually goes like this:
>>>>> 
>>>>> First FT8 (or JT65) activity of the day, the K3S seems to start on time 
>>>>> but sometimes shut off quite late. Any band, any power; I don’t use the 
>>>>> amplifier, so 100 watts is the limit.
>>>>> 
>>>>> As time  goes along, the transmission initiation BY THE K3S gets later 
>>>>> and later, and the shut off time does, too. By late I mean 2 to sometimes 
>>>>> 5 seconds!
>>>>> 
>>>>> Eventually, it starts late, then DOESN’T shut off at all.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Finally, it doesn’t start at all.
>>>>> 
>>>>> I’ve tried just about every imaginable combination of setting on the 
>>>>> Radio panel and in the Config menu, all with no improvement.
>>>>> 
>>>>> In the year or more of enjoying JT65 and then FT8 with my Icom IC-7410, I 
>>>>> had NONE of these problems, using the same computer and same software. It 
>>>>> was bang on and trouble free from Day One.
>>>>> 
>>>>> You kinda hafta suspect the K3S is the culprit in this, but I’m open to 
>>>>> anything. If I can’t solve this soon, there will be a virtually brand new 
>>>>> K3S for sale.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Richard - W4KBX
>>>>> 
>>>>>> Guys - sorry for the delay in responding to your posts - places to go, 
>>>>>> things to do, all overriding ham radio for a couple hours.
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> It was suggested that I see if I’m out of sync on my computer clock(s). 
>>>>>> Well, here is the strange thing: the iMac that the K3 is connected to 
>>>>>> consistently is giving me a DT response of 0.1 to 0.2 on 90% of the 
>>>>>> decoded stations, so I’m thinking that the default time server the iMac 
>>>>>> / OSX is connected to is pretty accurate. But it is this rig that starts 
>>>>>> it’s transmission a bit late.
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> The RPi 3 that the KX3 is connected to consistently is giving me DT 
>>>>>> figures around -0.8 to -0.9. which makes me think my time sync is a 
>>>>>> little off. But the KX3 connected to this RPi starts right up when it is 
>>>>>> supposed to. Interestingly, that RPi 3 is connected via short Ethernet 
>>>>>> to another RPi 3 that runs it’s own GPS-sync’d NTP server. Go 

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: K3 And WSJT-X FT8 Timing

[John Stengrevics]

Try this.

> On Feb 23, 2018, at 9:16 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX  wrote:
> 
> No issues of that type here.   These are my setup numbers:
> 
> Baud Rate = Eight
>   38400
> Stop Bits = one  two
> 
> Handshake = None
> 
> PTT method = CAT  RTS
> 
> Mode = Data/Pkt
> 
> Split = Rig  Fake It
> 
> Also under the Advanced tab:  Miscellaneous
> 
> TX Delay = 0.1 sec.
> 
>  I'm not running any other applications such as JT Alert, N1NM, etc.  The 
> computer is connected direct to the K3S with no router, or splitter, or hub  
> and such in the path.
> 
> ***  Be sure the VOX mode on the radio is OFF.  {Very important}
> 
> 
> 73
> 
> Bob, K4TAX
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On 2/22/2018 10:08 PM, Richard wrote:
>> 
>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>> 
>>> From: Richard 
>>> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 And WSJT-X FT8 Timing
>>> Date: February 22, 2018 at 11:06:58 PM EST
>>> To: James Bennett 
>>> 
>>> I’m fighting the same problem and MORE. It usually goes like this:
>>> 
>>> First FT8 (or JT65) activity of the day, the K3S seems to start on time but 
>>> sometimes shut off quite late. Any band, any power; I don’t use the 
>>> amplifier, so 100 watts is the limit.
>>> 
>>> As time  goes along, the transmission initiation BY THE K3S gets later and 
>>> later, and the shut off time does, too. By late I mean 2 to sometimes 5 
>>> seconds!
>>> 
>>> Eventually, it starts late, then DOESN’T shut off at all.
>>> 
>>> Finally, it doesn’t start at all.
>>> 
>>> I’ve tried just about every imaginable combination of setting on the Radio 
>>> panel and in the Config menu, all with no improvement.
>>> 
>>> In the year or more of enjoying JT65 and then FT8 with my Icom IC-7410, I 
>>> had NONE of these problems, using the same computer and same software. It 
>>> was bang on and trouble free from Day One.
>>> 
>>> You kinda hafta suspect the K3S is the culprit in this, but I’m open to 
>>> anything. If I can’t solve this soon, there will be a virtually brand new 
>>> K3S for sale.
>>> 
>>> Richard - W4KBX
>>> 
 Guys - sorry for the delay in responding to your posts - places to go, 
 things to do, all overriding ham radio for a couple hours.
 
 It was suggested that I see if I’m out of sync on my computer clock(s). 
 Well, here is the strange thing: the iMac that the K3 is connected to 
 consistently is giving me a DT response of 0.1 to 0.2 on 90% of the 
 decoded stations, so I’m thinking that the default time server the iMac / 
 OSX is connected to is pretty accurate. But it is this rig that starts 
 it’s transmission a bit late.
 
 The RPi 3 that the KX3 is connected to consistently is giving me DT 
 figures around -0.8 to -0.9. which makes me think my time sync is a little 
 off. But the KX3 connected to this RPi starts right up when it is supposed 
 to. Interestingly, that RPi 3 is connected via short Ethernet to another 
 RPi 3 that runs it’s own GPS-sync’d NTP server. Go figure.
 
 I’m stumped.
 
 
 
> On Feb 22, 2018, at 5:28 PM, Nr4c  wrote:
> 
> Check the clocks on the computers. Sync them to a time server.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> ...nr4c. bill
> 
> 
>> On Feb 22, 2018, at 6:30 PM, James Bennett  wrote:
>> 
>> Hi Dennis - how you doing?
>> 
>> Sorry I neglected to provide enough info - was in a hurry to post that 
>> before I had to run out to pickup kids at school (close to your dads 
>> QTH!)
>> 
>> I am using VOX on both rigs. Each rig has it’s own computer and 
>> separate, but identical external USB sound cards. The K3 is connected to 
>> an iMac and the KX3 is connected to a Raspberry Pi 3.
>> 
>> Jim / W6JHB
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> On Feb 22, 2018, at 2:31 PM, Dennis Moore  wrote:
>>> 
>>> How are you keying the K3, VOX or PTT?
>>> 
>>> It's not clear from the email, are the K3 and KX3  on separate 
>>> computers on just different sound cards in the same computer?
>>> 
>>> 73, Dennis NJ6G
>>> 
>>> 
 On 2/22/2018 14:22, James Bennett wrote:
 Got a question about using my K3 with WSJT-X 1.8.0 with FT8
 
 I started looking at the “time bar” in WSJT-X and when the K3’s red TX 
 light comes on with the meter showing RF going out. It is between 1.5 
 and 2 seconds after the beginning of the new 15 second sequence! In 
 that short duration, I am hearing other stations’ signals coming 
 through on my headphones, so I know that other folks are getting their 
 rig to transmit right at the start of the 15 second sequence. If mine 
 is coming on 1.5 - 2 seconds late, I’m thinking I may not always get 
 decoded on the other end.
 
 So, I switched over to my KX3 running the same version of WSJT-X and 
 observed what happened 

Re: [Elecraft] Mac Clock Question

[John Stengrevics]

Richard,

I run a Mac here.  Go to System Preferences, Unlock, enter “us.pool.ntp.org 
”, Lock and you will be good to go.  

You should Unlock, delete, and renter the above daily to make sure you are 
synched - takes 30 seconds.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Feb 20, 2018, at 11:49 AM, Richard  wrote:
> 
> Before I get into the list of problems I’m having using WSJT-X FT8 on my K3S, 
> I’d like to know:
> 
> 1. Is the automatic clock setting in my Mac mini (running Sierra, 10.12) good 
> enough for modes like JT65 and FT8?
> 
> 2. If not, what’s a good reliable time sync app I can download and use?
> 
> Cheers!
> 
> Richard Kunc — W4KBX
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Upgrading a K3?

[John Stengrevics]

I agree.  I was a total neophyte when I assembled my K3S.  I used a cheap mat 
and wrist band.  Never had a static failure.  As Walter said, cheap insurance.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 22, 2017, at 2:22 PM, Walter Underwood  wrote:
> 
> When working on tube gear, keep one hand in your pocket. When working on 
> solid-state gear, keep one hand on the chassis.
> 
> But a static mat is cheap insurance for when you need to scratch your nose.
> 
> Amazon has one for $11. I think I paid more for mine at Fry’s, but whatever.
> 
> https://smile.amazon.com/Velleman-AS4-Anti-Static-Ground-Cable/dp/B001IRVCJC/
> 
> wunder
> K6WRU
> Walter Underwood
> CM87wj
> http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)
> 
>> On Dec 22, 2017, at 11:08 AM, rkr...@johngalt.biz wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 12/22/2017 12:16 PM, G4GNX wrote:
>>> Firstly, you absolutely MUST use an anti-static mat, suitably connected to 
>>> ground and an anti-static wrist strap. Whilst you might "get away with it" 
>>> without those items, you may cause unseen damage and you won't know until 
>>> it breaks down. I know the manuals state that you can "touch a metal 
>>> object", but that's very hit and miss. 
>> 
>> I'm going to respectfully disagree.  The problem is not the static or the 
>> ground, the problem is when you have a differential voltage between items.
>> 
>> If you always maintain a forearm on the frame of your device and handle 
>> things carefully while maintaining contact with the frame, you will all be 
>> at the same electrical potential.  Be sure to be in contact with the frame 
>> when opening anti-static bags, too. Hold boards by the edges, don't finger 
>> the gold contacts, and don't touch components if you don't have to.
>> 
>> This technique has worked for me for years.  I don't do sensitive work 
>> often, but I never seem to have all the 'anti-static' stuff when I need it.
>> 
>> The only danger is if you get carried away and lift that arm.
>> 
>> 73
>> 
>> Ray
>> KK4WPB
>> 
>> Molon labe
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Local Beacon Splatter

[John Stengrevics]

Lynn,

Yes, I sent an email to someone connected with the beacon.

73,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 16, 2017, at 2:46 PM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT 
> <kx...@coldrockshotbrooms.com> wrote:
> 
> I think I'd at least try.  The responsible operator may not know, and might 
> be happy to find out.
> 
> I'd offer to assist.
> 
> After all, it's not a complaint, it's an opportunity to fix a problem.
> 
> 73 -- Lynn
> 
> On 12/16/2017 7:07 AM, John Stengrevics wrote:
>> The owner does list his Email address.  So, I would have to write a letter 
>> with who knows what degree of cooperation.  Hoping for a Elecraft technology 
>> fix!
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
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Re: [Elecraft] Local Beacon Splatter

[John Stengrevics]

Hi Scott,

The NB actually helps reduce the splatter.

73,

John 
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 16, 2017, at 1:00 PM, K9MA <k...@sdellington.us> wrote:
> 
> On 12/16/2017 08:46, stengrevics wrote:
>> I've tried adjusting the noise blanker and that
>> helps somewhat.
> 
> Turn the noise blanker off, to make sure the NB isn't causing the splatter.  
> (Which it can.)
> 
> 73,
> 
> Scott K9MA
> 
> -- 
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> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Local Beacon Splatter

[John Stengrevics]

Many thanks for all the suggestions.  Some points:

1.  I am literally a couple of miles from the K1MS/B beacon.  So, it has always 
been really loud here.

2.  I did change antennas & feedline recently.  I now have a 9 element LFA at 
50 feet fed with 7/8” hardline to the rotor and Messi & Paoloni Ultraflex 13 to 
the antenna.

3.  I don’t believe that the increased splatter coincided with putting up the 
new antenna & feedline.  I haven’t experienced any other antenna-related or 
other events.  The splatter from the beacon is directional.

4.  I will send K1SG an email.

73,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 16, 2017, at 11:13 AM, David Olean <k1...@metrocast.net> wrote:
> 
> Hi John
> 
> I am assuming that you are referring to K1MS/b in FN42.  I know that 
> K1SG,Steve Gilbert, is involved with that beacon as well as K1MS, Ivan. They 
> contacted me to design and build a rugged small yagi for that beacon as all 
> the previous commercial ones they used fell apart in the winter.   I am sure 
> those guys would help you with the key clicks.  K1SG has his email listed on 
> QRZ.com <http://qrz.com/>.
> 
> 73
> 
> Dave K1WHS
> 
> 
> On 12/16/2017 2:46 PM, stengrevics wrote:
>> I have a beacon a couple of miles from me that has recently begun to splatter
>> all over the 6 meter band.  I've tried adjusting the noise blanker and that
>> helps somewhat.  I also tried adjusting the filter width, and shifting the
>> filter setting, with little result.
>> 
>> Anyone have any experience dealing wit this issue?  Would appreciate any
>> suggestions for dealing with this.
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Local Beacon Splatter

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks Jon.

May well be antenna related.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 16, 2017, at 11:38 AM, JJ  wrote:
> 
> John,
> I'm not as close to the beacon as you but I hear it 24/7 and haven't
> noticed anything different from it.  Same chirp it's always had and nothing
> else.
> Good luck and 73,
> Jon WS1K
> 
> 
>> I have a beacon a couple of miles from me that has recently begun to
>>> splatter
>> 
>> all over the 6 meter band.  I've tried adjusting the noise blanker and that
>> 
>> helps somewhat.  I also tried adjusting the filter width, and shifting the
>> 
>> filter setting, with little result.
>> 
>> 
>>> Anyone have any experience dealing wit this issue?  Would appreciate any
>> 
>> suggestions for dealing with this.
>> 
>> 
>>> 73,
>> 
>> 
>>> John
>> 
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Local Beacon Splatter

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The owner does list his Email address.  So, I would have to write a letter with 
who knows what degree of cooperation.  Hoping for a Elecraft technology fix!

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 16, 2017, at 9:59 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcg...@blomand.net> wrote:
> 
> I would contact the owner and work with him to resolve the issue.   Likely 
> something near the beacon antenna, such as a metal to metal joint that is 
> acting like a diode and generating spurious radiation.  Or if the signal is 
> strong, it could be in your antenna system causing the issue.
> 
> 73
> 
> Bob, K4TAX
> 
> 
> On 12/16/2017 8:46 AM, stengrevics wrote:
>> I have a beacon a couple of miles from me that has recently begun to splatter
>> all over the 6 meter band.  I've tried adjusting the noise blanker and that
>> helps somewhat.  I also tried adjusting the filter width, and shifting the
>> filter setting, with little result.
>> 
>> Anyone have any experience dealing wit this issue?  Would appreciate any
>> suggestions for dealing with this.
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>> 
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[Elecraft] Local Beacon Splatter

[stengrevics]

I have a beacon a couple of miles from me that has recently begun to splatter
all over the 6 meter band.  I've tried adjusting the noise blanker and that
helps somewhat.  I also tried adjusting the filter width, and shifting the
filter setting, with little result.

Anyone have any experience dealing wit this issue?  Would appreciate any
suggestions for dealing with this.

73,

John
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Re: [Elecraft] K3: 2 meter SSB/CW Capability Questions

[John Stengrevics]

Phil,

I have had no problems working MSK144 on 2 meters as well as EME using the 
K144XV internal option with my K3S.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 14, 2017, at 8:04 AM, Steve Kavanagh via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> Phil
> 
> One possible way to make a decision is to consider whether or not you might 
> want to try meteor scatter on 2m using MSK144.  The recommended absolute 
> frequency accuracy for that mode is 25 Hz (though I think you'd get away with 
> 80 Hz). This is a real challenge at 2m and the XV144 isn't really up to it, 
> though I have managed a few MS QSOs using a K2/XV144/amp combo.
> 
> 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] 48 volt PS

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Feel free Ted,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 7, 2017, at 1:13 PM, John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> I use a Meanwell power supply for my amp.  It causes very little RFI on my 
> K3S which is readily suppressed with ferrites.
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
> 
>> On Dec 7, 2017, at 12:57 PM, Dauer, Edward <eda...@law.du.edu> wrote:
>> 
>> I need to buy a 48 VDC power supply for a project that requires that voltage 
>> – and possibly along with a voltage divider to power the K3.  One suggestion 
>> I’ve received is the MeanWell SE 600-48.  The online reviews are good, 
>> noting only high fan noise, which can be fixed by replacing the fan with a 
>> Vantac Stealth.  But I haven’t seen anything about RFI.
>> 
>> Anyone know this PS who could say something about the RFI question?  Anyone 
>> have other suggestions for 48 VDC and at least 12 amps?
>> 
>> Thanks, as always,
>> 
>> Ted, KN1CBR
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Re: [Elecraft] 48 volt PS

[John Stengrevics]

I use a Meanwell power supply for my amp.  It causes very little RFI on my K3S 
which is readily suppressed with ferrites.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 7, 2017, at 12:57 PM, Dauer, Edward  wrote:
> 
> I need to buy a 48 VDC power supply for a project that requires that voltage 
> – and possibly along with a voltage divider to power the K3.  One suggestion 
> I’ve received is the MeanWell SE 600-48.  The online reviews are good, noting 
> only high fan noise, which can be fixed by replacing the fan with a Vantac 
> Stealth.  But I haven’t seen anything about RFI.
> 
> Anyone know this PS who could say something about the RFI question?  Anyone 
> have other suggestions for 48 VDC and at least 12 amps?
> 
> Thanks, as always,
> 
> Ted, KN1CBR
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S New Builder (Tom NB5Q)

[John Stengrevics]

HI Tom,

I, like you, chose to get back into ham radio after many years by building the 
K3S.

Don suggestions are right on the money.  Follow the instructions to the letter.

I made 3 small errors, all found with the help of Elecraft tech support, and I 
think with Don’s help as well.  I attribute the errors to trying to work too 
late into the night.  So, don’t try to overdo and don’t rush it.

73,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 1, 2017, at 11:11 PM, Tom Norris  wrote:
> 
> My first post, new builder, old man (74 years young!). I've been inactive
> for some time but looking forward to getting back on CW with the new K3S,
> P3 kits. I'm sure I will be back here for your valued and experienced
> assistance during the build and setup. I have searched for and read a lot
> of the posts on the list pertaining to assembling Elecraft kits. Thank you
> and I hope to use a lot of the information in those posts. If you have any
> up front advice in the assembly or setup of the following parts, I hope you
> will share it with me.
> 
> K3S 100W Xcvr. Kit ; P3-K Panadapter Kit; External Speaker; The Elecraft
> K3S and P3 by Fred Cady; K3S ATU; K3S Gen. Cov. RX Module; KFL3C-400; 2.8
> for 2.7 kHz swap; KFL3B-FM; P3 Video/FFT Adapt.; P3 TX Monitor Adapt; 1.8-54
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> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Analyzer

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The RigExpert line is small.

73,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Dec 1, 2017, at 7:49 AM,   wrote:
> 
> just a quick question for the collective group here. I have built up my KX-2 
> travel kit. The first week of november I took it with me to a  cabin I leased 
> outside of Gatlinburg, TN for some portable operating when I wasn’t up in the 
> mountains hiking. I took m y Super Antenna MP-1 plus the parts to throw up a 
> full wave loop for 40M. I did throw the loop up, and it out performed the 
> MP-1 by kudo’s.  But it struck me that it might be nice to add a small 
> antenna analyzer to my kit.
> I don’t need a big full size MFJ, which I do have. But something small.  Any 
> experience here y’all?  
> 
> thanks in advance for your answers
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] CW Contest and Elecraft K3s decoder

[John Stengrevics]

I too have never been able to get the CW decoder to work well.  It only works 
if signals are super strong - precisely when I don’t need it.

Anybody have any suggestions?

John
WA1EAZ

> On Nov 26, 2017, at 9:28 PM, K9MA  wrote:
> 
> Perhaps my K3 has a problem, but I've never been able to get the CW decoder 
> to work very well.  (Nor the digital modes.)  Fortunately, I've been copying 
> CW the old-fashioned way for some 50 years, and the K3 otherwise works just 
> fine.
> 
> 73,
> Scott K9MA
> 
> 
> On 11/26/2017 19:32, Bill Frantz wrote:
>> In previous years, I used the K3's decoder and it worked very well. But, for 
>> this contest, I bit the bullet and said, "I'm going to decode the calls 
>> myself to improve my CW." I had a lot of fun doing so, although I had to 
>> skip several stations that were sending above 30 WPM.
>> 
>> A small suggestion to those who know CW. If you are calling CQ and getting 
>> no answers, like late in the contest, consider slowing down so the CW 
>> impaired, like me, have a chance of making the contact. It may improve your 
>> score.
>> 
>> 73 Bill AE6JV
>> 
>> On 11/26/17 at 4:09 PM, hk3j...@gmail.com (German Duran) wrote:
>> 
>>> Wonderful. I was doing the CQ WW CW contest and a lot of the contest I
>>> worked with a software to help decode the stations. In the last hours of
>>> the contest I decided to configure the decoder of my Elecraft K3s and
>>> started to decode the stations better than with any of the software that is
>>> in the market for this job. Congratulations to Elecraft for this marvel.
>>> Germán HK3J
>> -
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Noise reduction Test

[John Stengrevics]

Jim,

Is there a similar unit that covers 50 MHz?  Or, a way to modify the 
NCC-1/NCC-2?

73.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jun 21, 2017, at 12:33 PM, Jim Brown  wrote:
> 
> Yes, the NCC-1 is a superb unit, especially for use on 160, 80, and 40M. It's 
> usefulness diminishes above 30M.  I'm using one to phase a spaced pair of 
> VE3DO loops that are physically aimed at EU. Using the NCC-1, I can shift the 
> pattern +/- 20-30 degrees. The combined loops produce some pretty deep (and 
> narrow) nulls, so it's often possible to peak the signal while nulling a 
> single noise source.
> 
> VE3DO loops are rectangular receiving loops that are 40 ft long by 10 ft 
> high, with the lower horizontal segment about 2 ft off the ground. The loops 
> are optimized for 160M, but work well on 80M. They're spaced 5/8 wavelength 
> on 160, which is about 350 ft. The spaced pair has directivity similar to a 
> full wavelength Beverage, but the vertical pattern is broader for the loops, 
> so the two antennas complement each other for signals arriving at different 
> vertical angles.
> 
> http://www.ok1rr.com/index.php/onair/8-qmgr
> 
> The great thing about the NCC-1 is that as the phase knob is rotated, the 
> phase difference is a nearly linear straight line, AND the amplitude 
> difference is quite small. On 160 and 80, the difference is less than about 
> 0.15 dB; it's a bit greater on 40M, and about 0.5 dB on 20M. That flatness 
> makes it FAR easier to tune than its lower cost alternatives.
> 
> As others have noted, noise cancellation works only for a single source at a 
> time.
> 
> 73, Jim K9YC
> 
> On Tue,6/20/2017 9:45 PM, tomb18 wrote:
> 
>> I think the ncc1 is under rated. Here is an example  of what it can do.
>> Just a note. This is with a small amplified  vertical receive antenna, the 
>> ncc1 and all fed through the k3 Rx loop. It's wwv, and the whole thing is 
>> switched in at the end of the video. 25dBm reduction in the noise. It's also 
>> really useful for eliminating acting one signal on top of the other. For 
>> example Am broadcast dxing... I can get rid of a strong am broadcast on top 
>> of a weak one. Now if only this could be automated and built in to the 
>> radio...
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] 6 meters is open

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Have a look at DX Maps.

> On Jun 5, 2017, at 3:33 PM, kevino z  wrote:
> 
> Which was it ? 1000 watts ? Or 8 w?
> 
> -
> The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, 
> while the stupid ones are full of confidence.
> 
> On Jun 5, 2017, at 15:17, GWK > 
> wrote:
> 
> Band dead in Maine.
> 
> 73 - George, W3HBM
> 
> 
> On 6/5/2017 2:58 PM, Bill Johnson wrote:
> Wayne, thanks for heads up.  Nothing open here in Fish Creek, WI.  Am 
> monitoring 50.125.
> 
> 72 & 73,
> Bill
> K9YEQ, FT’er for K2, KX1, KX3, KXPA100,  KAT500, W2, etc.
> 
> -Original Message-
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> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2017 1:54 PM
> To: Elecraft Reflector 
> >
> Subject: [Elecraft] 6 meters is open
> 
> Just made a couple of 1000-watt QSOs around 50.125 (SSB and CW). Not exactly 
> exotic DX, but not bad for 8 watts and a dipole at 25 feet.
> 
> If you haven’t tried 6 meters before, now would be a good time :)   See 
> dxmaps.com for updated propagation info. You can set up an 
> account to generate alerts via email.
> 
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Preamp 2 Six Meter Noise Figure

[John Stengrevics]

That was my reaction as well, but that is what the QST review states.

John
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> On May 1, 2017, at 3:02 PM, Charlie T, K3ICH <pin...@erols.com> wrote:
> 
> I'll bet it’s a lot better than that.
> 
> A 39¢ GG junction FET pre-amp will do under well 2dB on 6.
> 
> Charlie k3ICH
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of ab2tc
> Sent: Monday, May 01, 2017 2:08 PM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S Preamp 2 Six Meter Noise Figure
> 
> Hi,
> 
> According to the ARRL review in November, 2dB! Deaf no more.
> 
> AB2TC - Knut
> 
> 
> stengrevics wrote
>> Does anyone know what the preamp 2 noise figure is on 6 meters?  I 
>> have not been able to find it in the owner's manual or in Fred's book.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
> 
> 
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[Elecraft] K3S Preamp 2 Six Meter Noise Figure

[stengrevics]

Does anyone know what the preamp 2 noise figure is on 6 meters?  I have not
been able to find it in the owner's manual or in Fred's book.

Thanks,

John
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Re: [Elecraft] Problem Setting CW Offset to Zero

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Hi Fred,

Thanks very much for the reply.

I tried the first exercise.  With VFO NOR enabled, the frequency remains 
constant.  With VFO OFS enabled, the frequency decreases by 60 KHz which, I 
guess, is my CW pitch.

When I am operating, and i switch from SSB to CW, I have to retune which I find 
very inconvenient.  You can lose a weak station while trying to retune. 

So, if I understand correctly, I should enable VFO OFS so I don’t have to 
retune?  Or, should I set my CW tone to zero?  I’m still a bit puzzled.

73,

John
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> On Apr 21, 2017, at 12:54 PM, Cady, Fred <fc...@montana.edu> wrote:
> 
> Hi John,
> I don't know where you are seeing 50 KHz.  The change in VFO when changing 
> from CW to SSB should be what you have set in you CW tone.
> 
> Try these two exercises.
> Exercise
> Examine what happens when switching between CW and SSB with CW WGHT VFO set 
> to NOR and when set to OFS.
> Select CW mode and tune VFO A to some even CW frequency, such as 14.050.000.
> Enter the CW WGHT menu and tap the key to select VFO NOR.
> Exit the menu and switch between SSB and CW modes.  With VFO NOR, VFO A 
> remains constant. 
> Change to VFO OFS and repeat the experiment.With VFO OFS activated, the 
> display shows 14.050.000 minus your CW pitch
> 
> Exercise
> What happens if two stations are using SSB and decide to switch to CW with CW 
> WGHT VFO OFS NOR and activated.
> With VFO OFS NOR, each station will have to re-tune the other to hear the CW 
> tone.  With VFO OFS activated, neither station will have to re-tune.  Each 
> station’s VFO will be automatically offset by the pitch amount.
> 
> If you sometimes operate mixed mode, with you switching to CW and the other 
> station on SSB, it is best to enable VFO OFS so the other station doesn't 
> have to retune you when you switch from SSB to CW.
> 
> 73,
> Fred KE7X
> 
> From: Elecraft <elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
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> Subject: [Elecraft] Problem Setting CW Offset to Zero
>  
> Reading KE7X's manual, I should be able to set the offset to zero by
> selecting CW WGHT from the CONFIG menu and then tapping the 5 button to
> select VFO nor.  But, this procedure leaves the offset at around 50 KHz.  Am
> I interpreting Fred's instructions incorrectly?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> John
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[Elecraft] Problem Setting CW Offset to Zero

[stengrevics]

Reading KE7X's manual, I should be able to set the offset to zero by
selecting CW WGHT from the CONFIG menu and then tapping the 5 button to
select VFO nor.  But, this procedure leaves the offset at around 50 KHz.  Am
I interpreting Fred's instructions incorrectly?

Thanks,

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Re: [Elecraft] Data Received on Mac Transmitted by K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Using a Mac here Dave.  

The problem goes away if I switch from VOX to PTT on the K3S.

John
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> On Apr 5, 2017, at 12:02 PM, Dave Fugleberg <dave.w...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Do you hear the video through your computer speakers as well? If so, maybe 
> the K3S has VOX enabled and I'd just picking up the sound via the K3s 
> microphone. 
> If you DON'T hear the video from the computer, then it's likely that your 
> default sound device in Windows has been changed to be the audio codec for 
> the K3S. 
> What you probably want is for the default playback device in Windows to be 
> your computer's sound card, and only configure WSJT and any other ham 
> software to use the K3S audio codec.
> On Wed, Apr 5, 2017 at 10:50 AM John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
> Audio settings are Codec.  But this not new.  Codec is required to make 
> WSJT-X work and have been set this way for months..
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
> 
> > On Apr 5, 2017, at 11:18 AM, Robert Nobis <n7...@nobis.net 
> > <mailto:n7...@nobis.net>> wrote:
> >
> > Check your audio settings, under systems preferences.
> >
> >
> > Bob Nobis
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> >> On Apr 5, 2017, at 07:51, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
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> >>
> >> New phenomenon.  When I go to a website that can play a video (such as
> >> YouTube), and the video is played, something is transmitted by my K3S.
> >> Note:  This is a new phenomenon.  I have not knowingly changed any setting.
> >>
> >> I would appreciate any suggestions.
> >>
> >> 73,
> >>
> >> John
> >> WA1EAZ
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Re: [Elecraft] Data Received on Mac Transmitted by K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks Devin.  Yes, when I switch from VOX to PTT on the K3S, the problem 
disappears.

But, what is puzzling is that this is a new phenomenon.  I’ve had the VOX 
enabled all along.

Perhaps there is some other K3S setting that I have inadvertently enabled?

John
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> On Apr 5, 2017, at 11:47 AM, Devin Butterfield <devin.butterfi...@gmail.com> 
> wrote:
> 
> Maybe VOX is enabled??
> —
> Regards, Devin
> 
>> On Apr 5, 2017, at 8:18 AM, Robert Nobis <n7...@nobis.net 
>> <mailto:n7...@nobis.net>> wrote:
>> 
>> Check your audio settings, under systems preferences.
>> 
>> 
>> Bob Nobis 
>> n7...@nobis.net <mailto:n7...@nobis.net>
>> 
>> 
>>> On Apr 5, 2017, at 07:51, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
>>> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> New phenomenon.  When I go to a website that can play a video (such as
>>> YouTube), and the video is played, something is transmitted by my K3S. 
>>> Note:  This is a new phenomenon.  I have not knowingly changed any setting.
>>> 
>>> I would appreciate any suggestions.
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> 
>>> John
>>> WA1EAZ
>>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Data Received on Mac Transmitted by K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Audio settings are Codec.  But this not new.  Codec is required to make WSJT-X 
work and have been set this way for months..  

John
WA1EAZ

> On Apr 5, 2017, at 11:18 AM, Robert Nobis <n7...@nobis.net> wrote:
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> Check your audio settings, under systems preferences.
> 
> 
> Bob Nobis 
> n7...@nobis.net <mailto:n7...@nobis.net>
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> 
>> On Apr 5, 2017, at 07:51, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
>> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
>> 
>> New phenomenon.  When I go to a website that can play a video (such as
>> YouTube), and the video is played, something is transmitted by my K3S. 
>> Note:  This is a new phenomenon.  I have not knowingly changed any setting.
>> 
>> I would appreciate any suggestions.
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
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[Elecraft] Data Received on Mac Transmitted by K3S

[stengrevics]

New phenomenon.  When I go to a website that can play a video (such as
YouTube), and the video is played, something is transmitted by my K3S. 
Note:  This is a new phenomenon.  I have not knowingly changed any setting.

I would appreciate any suggestions.

73,

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[Elecraft] K3S Receive Settings on WSJT-X

[stengrevics]

I am operating MSK144 on 6 meters.  I have a fairly high noise level which
requires use of AGC, NR and NB to get the noise level down on other modes. 
But, if I understand correctly, I shouldn't use those features on WSJT-X. 
That leaves me with that noise level.  

I would be glad to know what settings other K3S users employ on WSJT-X.

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Re: [Elecraft] Frequency Counter for Calibrating K3S

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Thanks all for the comments.

I think I will stick with WWV.

John’
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> On Feb 11, 2017, at 1:17 PM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
> 
> John,
> 
> You do not need a frequency counter to calibrate the K3S, use Method 2 with 
> WWV, it is just as accurate.
> Actually it is likely more accurate than you would get with a <$100 frequency 
> counter, unless you calibrate the frequency counter beforehand.  I suspect 
> any frequency counter costing less than $100 is either inaccurate or limited 
> to audio frequencies.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 2/11/2017 12:39 PM, stengrevics wrote:
>> I am considering buying a frequency counter to calibrate my K3S.  I see that
>> Amazon has several for <$100.  Has anyone had any experience with these?
>> Are they just a waste of money?
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
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[Elecraft] Frequency Counter for Calibrating K3S

[stengrevics]

I am considering buying a frequency counter to calibrate my K3S.  I see that
Amazon has several for <$100.  Has anyone had any experience with these? 
Are they just a waste of money?

Thanks,

John
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Re: [Elecraft] No Output from K3S on WSJT MSK144

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks George,

Turns out it was a matter of settings on both the K3S and the WSJT software.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Feb 9, 2017, at 1:30 PM, George Thornton <gthorn...@thorntonmostullaw.com> 
> wrote:
> 
> I am not sure I understand your problem, and therefore my potential solution 
> may be irrelevant.
>  
> I experienced sudden extremely low power output recently during a contest.   
>  
> The solution was to re-install the firmware and recalibrate TX power.   <>
>  
> I later determined the cause was voltage drop coming from the power supply.  
> I fixed loose connections in my power supply and put a short lead from the 
> supply direct to the K3 and things are going well again.
>  
> Problem fixed at zero cost.
> From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> <mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net>] On Behalf Of stengrevics
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> Subject: [Elecraft] No Output from K3S on WSJT MSK144
>  
> Was working fine, but today I have no output from the K3S on WSJT MSK144. If
> I select "Tune" on the WSJT screen and try to adjust the Mic gain control, I
> can't get any reading on the ALC meter. Any suggestions would be
> appreciated.
> 
> John
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Re: [Elecraft] No Output from K3S on WSJT MSK144

[John Stengrevics]

Don,

No, nothing in the LINE IN jack.

The audio setting on WSJT did also get changed.  I put it back on CODEC.

It is working now.  I had to set CONFIG > MIC SEL = LINE IN, and increase the 
power slider on the WSJT screen.

Thanks,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Feb 9, 2017, at 12:53 PM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
> 
> John,
> 
> Is there any chance you plugged something into the K3S LINE IN jack? Doing so 
> turns off the CODEC audio out and the audio is taken from the LINE IN jack 
> only.
> 
> If nothing in the LINE IN jack, check the levels for the CODEC in your 
> computer.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 2/9/2017 10:10 AM, stengrevics wrote:
>> Was working fine, but today I have no output from the K3S on WSJT MSK144.  If
>> I select "Tune" on the WSJT screen and try to adjust the Mic gain control, I
>> can't get any reading on the ALC meter.  Any suggestions would be
>> appreciated.

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[Elecraft] No Output from K3S on WSJT MSK144

[stengrevics]

Was working fine, but today I have no output from the K3S on WSJT MSK144.  If
I select "Tune" on the WSJT screen and try to adjust the Mic gain control, I
can't get any reading on the ALC meter.  Any suggestions would be
appreciated.

John
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Bill,

I am on MSK144 and the transmit duration is 15 seconds.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 17, 2017, at 1:02 PM, Nr4c <n...@widomaker.com> wrote:
> 
> Mine only transmits for around 42 seconds.   So should not impact the rec on 
> next minute. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> ...nr4c. bill
> 
> 
>> On Jan 17, 2017, at 11:48 AM, John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net> 
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Many thanks to all who provided their suggestions.
>> 
>> I decided to try Joe's (W4TV) suggestion and elect RTS.  That appears to 
>> have solved the problem of the transmit staying on.
>> 
>> My only remaining problem is a 100 to 200 millisecond spillover into the 
>> next sequence.  I have synched my Mac to time.nist.gov 
>> <http://time.nist.gov/> and the time.is <http://time.is/> site shows that I 
>> am dead on.  If anyone has any suggestions, they would be much appreciated.
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>>> On Jan 13, 2017, at 1:53 PM, Guy Olinger K2AV <k2av@gmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Can't argue entirely with success, but often folks just want to put the 
>>> trouble In a cage so they can get on with having fun. I get that, it's a 
>>> hobby. For sure, been there done that. 
>>> 
>>> But all you have done for the moment is put the snarling dog in a cage 
>>> where it can't bite. If you ever run an amp the trouble is likely to return 
>>> in some form. You still have the snarling dog. 
>>> 
>>> And there are unanswered oddities like why the RFI only affected the one 
>>> sequence of commands. 
>>> 
>>> For others reading this thread, the exhortations for VOX or PTT are very 
>>> well taken, particularly where deciding on methodology is part of planning. 
>>> 
>>> Having a PTT and not-PTT signal available to the station *system* can be 
>>> very useful for such things as shutting off remote RX amps during transmit. 
>>> Many PC station programs like N1MM+ can add transfer delays only where they 
>>> apply, as do WinKey equipped devices which can apply CW key speed related 
>>> "word space" intervals. 
>>> 
>>> Not-PTT drives a simple circuit to supply a keyed 12 VDC supply that is 
>>> only on when it's safe from TX induced voltages, and can drive relays to 
>>> detune towers and de-resonate wires when RX. 
>>> 
>>> Given that the K3S board has both a USB/serial chip and a sound card on it, 
>>> no workable scheme proven robust for the K3 has to be discarded for the 
>>> K3S. 
>>> 
>>> All that aside, glad you you managed to cage the snarling dog, by whatever 
>>> means.  :>)
>>> 
>>> 73, Guy K2AV 
>>> 
>>> On Thursday, January 12, 2017, John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
>>> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
>>> Three turns of the USB cable through a #43 ferrite and I am good to go at 
>>> full power (95 watts).
>>> 
>>> John
>>> WA1EAZ
>>> 
>>>> On Jan 12, 2017, at 2:40 PM, Edward R Cole <kl...@acsalaska.net <>> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> Now that the thread has morphed to RFI:
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Many thanks to all who provided their suggestions.

I decided to try Joe's (W4TV) suggestion and elect RTS.  That appears to have 
solved the problem of the transmit staying on.

My only remaining problem is a 100 to 200 millisecond spillover into the next 
sequence.  I have synched my Mac to time.nist.gov <http://time.nist.gov/> and 
the time.is <http://time.is/> site shows that I am dead on.  If anyone has any 
suggestions, they would be much appreciated.

73,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 13, 2017, at 1:53 PM, Guy Olinger K2AV <k2av@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Can't argue entirely with success, but often folks just want to put the 
> trouble In a cage so they can get on with having fun. I get that, it's a 
> hobby. For sure, been there done that. 
> 
> But all you have done for the moment is put the snarling dog in a cage where 
> it can't bite. If you ever run an amp the trouble is likely to return in some 
> form. You still have the snarling dog. 
> 
> And there are unanswered oddities like why the RFI only affected the one 
> sequence of commands. 
> 
> For others reading this thread, the exhortations for VOX or PTT are very well 
> taken, particularly where deciding on methodology is part of planning. 
> 
> Having a PTT and not-PTT signal available to the station *system* can be very 
> useful for such things as shutting off remote RX amps during transmit. Many 
> PC station programs like N1MM+ can add transfer delays only where they apply, 
> as do WinKey equipped devices which can apply CW key speed related "word 
> space" intervals. 
> 
> Not-PTT drives a simple circuit to supply a keyed 12 VDC supply that is only 
> on when it's safe from TX induced voltages, and can drive relays to detune 
> towers and de-resonate wires when RX. 
>  
> Given that the K3S board has both a USB/serial chip and a sound card on it, 
> no workable scheme proven robust for the K3 has to be discarded for the K3S. 
> 
> All that aside, glad you you managed to cage the snarling dog, by whatever 
> means.  :>)
> 
> 73, Guy K2AV 
> 
> On Thursday, January 12, 2017, John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
> Three turns of the USB cable through a #43 ferrite and I am good to go at 
> full power (95 watts).
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
> 
> > On Jan 12, 2017, at 2:40 PM, Edward R Cole <kl...@acsalaska.net <>> wrote:
> >
> > Now that the thread has morphed to RFI:
> >
> > I was getting complaints from my wife that my transmissions were getting 
> > into the home theater audio when she was watching TV.  Specifically, it was 
> > getting into the new powered woofer.  I determined this was only happening 
> > on 6m and at 1000w.
> >
> > So I had an extra ferrite donut from building the 50v switching PS and 
> > wrapped the coaxial audio line thru it a few times, then added a clamp on 
> > ferrite to the ac cord feeding the woofer.  That fixed it!
> >
> > picture of these applied to the 50v swps:
> > http://www.kl7uw.com/6m_control_panel_back_3.jpg 
> > <http://www.kl7uw.com/6m_control_panel_back_3.jpg>
> >
> > 73, Ed - KL7UW
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X MSK144 & Transmit Delay

[John Stengrevics]

Max, 

Thanks for the reply.  I should have mentioned that I am using a Mac.  I have 
synched to time.nist.gov <http://time.nist.gov/> and the time.is 
<http://time.is/> app shows that I am dead on.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 16, 2017, at 10:13 PM, M. George <m.matthew.geo...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> PC Clock drift can be quite bad as we all know.  The default NTP server sync 
> interval for Windows 10, is once a week.  So your clock can be way off by the 
> time you sync again.  With a one time NTP sync, you can still be off into the 
> 100 ms range.  I suspect some of the JST related software etc... might force 
> a sync at startup and or do NTP server syncs on their own?  Someone else will 
> need to chime in on that.
> 
> The best time sync you are going to get for Windows and Linux / BSD based 
> operating systems will be us use the full on NTP client.  For windows, 
> Meinberg has a nice graphical client that installs and sets itself up as a 
> service and disables the windows NTP client service.  During the Meinberg NTP 
> install, you have an option to draw from the NTP pool of NTP servers and you 
> can also type in your own preferred NTP server list.  The full NTP client 
> does more than just sync your clock... over time it will calculate the drift 
> of your clock and discipline your clock automatically between sync checks to 
> your selected NTP servers.  The drift is calculated in PPM and for the 
> curious you can see how bad your clock is.
> 
> Here is the link for the Win32 install of the Meinberg client (free):
> 
>  
> https://www.meinbergglobal.com/english/sw/ntp.htm#ntp_stable 
> <https://www.meinbergglobal.com/english/sw/ntp.htm#ntp_stable>
> 
> I run 3 GPS disciplined NTP servers (3 separate GPS receivers) here at my QTH 
> and if you want, you are welcome to use time.nc7j.com <http://time.nc7j.com/> 
> as one of your NTP servers.  On this end, time.nc7j.com 
> <http://time.nc7j.com/> is accurate into the nano second range as compared to 
> the GPS on board atomic clocks.  Via NTP UDP sync over the Internet, the best 
> you will typically do is get down into the lower microsecond range...  and 
> far more accurate than any thing most would ever need.  time.nc7j.com 
> <http://time.nc7j.com/> is also a member of the NTP pool and you can see if 
> it's up and running be going to this link: 
> http://www.pool.ntp.org/scores/time.nc7j.com 
> <http://www.pool.ntp.org/scores/time.nc7j.com>  The chart here doesn't show 
> the accuracy of the time.nc7j.com <http://time.nc7j.com/>, but it shows the 
> ping offset from LA to Utah and it's normal to vary +- 10ms.  Your mileage 
> will vary with your round trip ping times to any NTP server, but over time, 
> NTP will
  do an amazing job of figuring out your PC clock drift and then disciplining 
it on the fly.
> 
> For the totally 'time accuracy obsessed', you can install the Meinberg NTP 
> monitor too and monitor your clock accuracy via logged NTP statistics: 
> https://www.meinbergglobal.com/english/sw/ntp-server-monitor.htm#download 
> <https://www.meinbergglobal.com/english/sw/ntp-server-monitor.htm#download>
> 
> The Meinberg apps are GUI's that make native calls to the full NTP install 
> under the covers and they are totally free and free of any nag related 
> nonsense.
> 
> If you are running Linux or iOS, you are already running a native NTP client 
> I suspect and you can read up on how to configure it just like the Meinberg 
> Windows GUI's do for Windows.
> 
> Max NG7M
> 
> mg
> 
> 
> 
> On Mon, Jan 16, 2017 at 7:30 PM, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
> My clock is synched to time.nist.gov <http://time.nist.gov/>.  But, when I 
> transmit on MSK144, I have
> a delay of 900 ms that pushes my transmission into the next sequence. Any
> thoughts?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Three turns of the USB cable through a #43 ferrite and I am good to go at full 
power (95 watts).

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 12, 2017, at 2:40 PM, Edward R Cole  wrote:
> 
> Now that the thread has morphed to RFI:
> 
> I was getting complaints from my wife that my transmissions were getting into 
> the home theater audio when she was watching TV.  Specifically, it was 
> getting into the new powered woofer.  I determined this was only happening on 
> 6m and at 1000w.
> 
> So I had an extra ferrite donut from building the 50v switching PS and 
> wrapped the coaxial audio line thru it a few times, then added a clamp on 
> ferrite to the ac cord feeding the woofer.  That fixed it!
> 
> picture of these applied to the 50v swps:
> http://www.kl7uw.com/6m_control_panel_back_3.jpg
> 
> 73, Ed - KL7UW
>  http://www.kl7uw.com
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks all.  I’ll try Joe’s suggestion, but have to research it first.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 12, 2017, at 1:50 PM, Nr4c <n...@widomaker.com> wrote:
> 
> Could you have multiple PTTs active. Like PTT and VOX, or two PTTs refed in 
> software?
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> ...nr4c. bill
> 
> 
>> On Jan 12, 2017, at 10:03 AM, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net> wrote:
>> 
>> When I transmit (using MSK144), the transmit stays on after the transmission
>> is complete causing spillover into the next sequence.  This happens
>> randomly.
>> 
>> Anybody have any suggestions as to how to fix this?
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Correct.  The K3S is connected directly to my Mac via a USB cable.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 12, 2017, at 1:15 PM, Nicklas Johnson <n...@n6ol.us> wrote:
> 
> Unless I'm mistaken, doesn't the K3S connect directly via USB though?  If
> the problem is happening because of common mode on the USB cable, there is
> no physical RTS line involved like there would be in an old-style COM/RS232
> device- there is only serial data going across a USB cable to a logical COM
> device inside the K3S.  It most likely wouldn't change anything in this
> case.
> 
>   Nick
> 
> On 12 January 2017 at 10:08, Joe Subich, W4TV <li...@subich.com 
> <mailto:li...@subich.com>> wrote:
> 
>> 
>> On 1/12/2017 11:05 AM, John Stengrevics wrote:
>>> What’s the solution, ferrites on the USB cable?
>> 
>> Stop using CAT Commands for PTT!  Instead set CONFIG:PTT-Key to
>> RTS-OFF and use RTS.  WSJT-X supports PTT Method = RTS by setting
>> the PTT Port the same as the CAT Port.
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>>   ... Joe, W4TV
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks Don.  I already have ferrites all over my coax cables, Anderson power 
cables, literally all over the house.

Will try on the USB cable as well.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 12, 2017, at 11:17 AM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
> 
> John,
> 
> The first step to solving RF-in-the-shack problems is to work on your antenna 
> system.  Better common mode chokes on your feedline(s).
> See the information by Jim Brown K9YC at 
> http://audiosystemsgroup.com/RFI-Ham.pdf.
> 
> If you still have problems after taking those measures, then use ferites on 
> cables as a last resort solution.
> 
> The reason I say this is because if you have RF interfering with the wiring 
> in your station, you likely have similar interference on all wires in your 
> station - you can fix one or two, but another similar problem will rear its 
> ugly head later on.
> If you fix the problem at its source, you will fix a lot of "strange 
> behaviors".
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 1/12/2017 11:05 AM, John Stengrevics wrote:
>> Hi Nick,
>> 
>> Thanks for the suggestion!  I turned the power down to 2 watts and the 
>> problem went away.
>> 
>> What’s the solution, ferrites on the USB cable?
>> 

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Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Hi Nick,

Thanks for the suggestion!  I turned the power down to 2 watts and the problem 
went away.

What’s the solution, ferrites on the USB cable?

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 12, 2017, at 10:28 AM, Nicklas Johnson <n...@n6ol.us> wrote:
> 
> When I've had this happen with other rigs in the past, it's been because of 
> RF leaking back into the shack and causing CAT commands to fail (because of 
> common mode current on the serial line).
> 
> If you reduce power to something quite small, like 1-2 W, does it stop 
> happening?
> 
>Nick
> 
> On 12 January 2017 at 07:03, stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
> When I transmit (using MSK144), the transmit stays on after the transmission
> is complete causing spillover into the next sequence.  This happens
> randomly.
> 
> Anybody have any suggestions as to how to fix this?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
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[Elecraft] WSJT-X Problem with K3S

[stengrevics]

When I transmit (using MSK144), the transmit stays on after the transmission
is complete causing spillover into the next sequence.  This happens
randomly.

Anybody have any suggestions as to how to fix this?

Thanks,

John
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

[John Stengrevics]

This AM, I was able to type "|s /dev “ in the Terminal window and I got a list 
containing the port ID.  That same ID was visible on the WSJT-X window, so I 
could select it and proceed.

John
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> On Jan 6, 2017, at 9:36 AM, Marc Veeneman  wrote:
> 
> Don, on a Mac, the port indicator is provided by the FTDI adapter.  It's not 
> a simple 1,2, or 3.  It's a complex set of characters sent by the adapter.
> 
> This is not a Microsoft system, it's a Unix derivative which gives the user a 
> more direct view of what's happening.
> 
> Apple's support response was correct.  But the Elecraft Utility already shows 
> the FTDI response in a dropdown box, so there's no need to call Elecraft.
> -- 
> Marc W8SDG
> 
>> On Jan 6, 2017, at 9:23 AM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
>> 
>> I find it alarming that Apple support told you that you would have to get 
>> the COM port number from Elecraft.
>> The FTDI adapter in the K3S is just like any other FTDI adapter. The adapter 
>> does not assign the port number, that is done by the computer.
>> I would suggest contacting Apple support again and hopefully you will 
>> communicate with a more knowledgeable support person.
>> 
>> 73,
>> Don W3FPR
>> 
>>> 
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

[John Stengrevics]

Hi Don,

This AM I was able to see the port on the WSJT-X window.  Don’t know what 
happened.  Just appeared.

Making progress.

John
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> On Jan 6, 2017, at 9:23 AM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I find it alarming that Apple support told you that you would have to get the 
> COM port number from Elecraft.
> The FTDI adapter in the K3S is just like any other FTDI adapter. The adapter 
> does not assign the port number, that is done by the computer.
> I would suggest contacting Apple support again and hopefully you will 
> communicate with a more knowledgeable support person.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 1/5/2017 9:30 PM, John Stengrevics wrote:
>> Hi Don,
>> 
>> The equivalent - System Information - doesn’t give the Com Number.  In fact, 
>> Apple tech support said I need to get it from Elecraft.
>> 
>> If there is anyone who has set their Mac up to work with the K3S, I would 
>> appreciate your input.
>> 
>> 
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

[John Stengrevics]

Hi Kevin,

I was told I wouldn’t need to download any drivers.

When I type the command into Terminal, all I get is “permission denied.”

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 5, 2017, at 10:04 PM, kevino z <z_kev...@hotmail.com> wrote:
> 
> On a Mac, the serial ports are listed under /dev (devices).
> 
> I assume you downloaded and installed the drivers for your KUSB from here 
> http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm 
> <http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm>
> And then connected up the cable.
> 
> Do you know how to open a terminal on OS X ?  If so, when the KUSB cable is 
> connected, you can check with a command that lists the devices in /dev
> 
> See this page for a general understanding and example 
> https://software.intel.com/en-us/setting-up-serial-terminal-on-system-with-mac-os-x
>  
> <https://software.intel.com/en-us/setting-up-serial-terminal-on-system-with-mac-os-x>
> 
> 
> -Kevin (KK4YEL)
> 
> 
> 
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> On Jan 5, 2017, at 21:33, John Stengrevics <jstengrev...@comcast.net 
> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net>> wrote:
> 
>> Hi Don,
>> 
>> The equivalent - System Information - doesn’t give the Com Number.  In fact, 
>> Apple tech support said I need to get it from Elecraft.
>> 
>> If there is anyone who has set their Mac up to work with the K3S, I would 
>> appreciate your input.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>>> On Jan 5, 2017, at 8:12 PM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com 
>>> <mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> John,
>>> 
>>> I don't know the Mac, but it should be similar to Windows.
>>> Go to the Mac equivalent of Device Manager, and unplug the USB cable - see 
>>> which "COM Port" goes away.
>>> Then plug the USB cable back in and observe which COM port is added.
>>> Tell WSJT-X which COM port it should use.
>>> 
>>> No additional driver should be required unless the COM port shows an error.
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> Don W3FPR
>>> 
>>> On 1/5/2017 7:48 PM, stengrevics wrote:
>>>> Two very basic questions as I am just getting started:
>>>> 
>>>> 1.  How do I determine the COM number or Serial Port Number to enter in the
>>>> Radio Tab? (I am using a Mac)
>>>> 
>>>> 2.  I only want to use the computer to operate WSJT-X, no need to control
>>>> anything else.  Do I need to download a driver of some kind?
>>>> 
>>>> Thanks,
>>>> 
>>>> John
>>>> WA1EAZ
>>>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

[John Stengrevics]

Hi Don,

The equivalent - System Information - doesn’t give the Com Number.  In fact, 
Apple tech support said I need to get it from Elecraft.

If there is anyone who has set their Mac up to work with the K3S, I would 
appreciate your input.

Thanks,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jan 5, 2017, at 8:12 PM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
> 
> John,
> 
> I don't know the Mac, but it should be similar to Windows.
> Go to the Mac equivalent of Device Manager, and unplug the USB cable - see 
> which "COM Port" goes away.
> Then plug the USB cable back in and observe which COM port is added.
> Tell WSJT-X which COM port it should use.
> 
> No additional driver should be required unless the COM port shows an error.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 1/5/2017 7:48 PM, stengrevics wrote:
>> Two very basic questions as I am just getting started:
>> 
>> 1.  How do I determine the COM number or Serial Port Number to enter in the
>> Radio Tab? (I am using a Mac)
>> 
>> 2.  I only want to use the computer to operate WSJT-X, no need to control
>> anything else.  Do I need to download a driver of some kind?
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>> 
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[Elecraft] K3S Set-up for WSJT-X

[stengrevics]

Two very basic questions as I am just getting started:

1.  How do I determine the COM number or Serial Port Number to enter in the
Radio Tab? (I am using a Mac)

2.  I only want to use the computer to operate WSJT-X, no need to control
anything else.  Do I need to download a driver of some kind?

Thanks,

John
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Re: [Elecraft] Antenna Question

[John Stengrevics]

I run LMR400 to my 6 & 2 meter antennas with no problems.  Just leave enough 
slack around the rotor and you’ll be fine.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Oct 10, 2016, at 6:14 PM, hsherr...@reagan.com wrote:
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> OK all. I'm installing a 6m rotating beam and feeding it with LMR400. Would 
> you connect the LMR to the antenna and allow it to move with the rotation, or 
> run a short length of something much more flexible between the antenna and 
> LMR? I have my concerns that the solid heavy inner conductor of the LMR won't 
> take much movement.
> 
> Harlan
> K4HES
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S - Build or Buy

[John Stengrevics]

Agree completely.  Never having built something before, I get a sense of 
accomplishment every time I turn my K3S on.

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> On Sep 6, 2016, at 9:57 AM, Charles R.Tropp via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> It certainly is not a question of saving $200.00 because the feeling of 
> accomplishment you will receive when the lights go on is priceless! 73, 
> Charles N2SO
> Treasurer, Quarter Century Wireless Association, Inc. http://QCWA.org 
> 
>On Tuesday, September 6, 2016 9:05 AM, efortner  wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi Bill,
> 
> At the Shelby Hamfest, 2015 I ordered the entire K-Line, Amp, KAT500, K3s and 
> Elecraft P3 along with the filters they suggested. I received the shipment in 
> late September. Took inventory of all parts as they recommended. I started 
> with the receiver and finished with KPA500 amplifier. It was not difficult 
> and took about three weeks in spare time. It worked when finished but had one 
> minor issue after I started using it. It turned out the reference oscillator 
> was defective and would drift after the K3s warmed up and would stop 
> receiving. A little trouble shooting with help from the factory soon had 
> another reference oscillator on the way. I have probably worked a 100 new 
> countries since then. About the only things you need to buy are a muffin tin 
> to hold the small parts. Several new screwdrives for the small screws and a 
> static mat with wrist clip. No soldering, just a lot of small screws, nuts, 
> washers and lock washers. My age is 78.
> 
> Regards, Earl Fortner, K4KAY
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill 
> DeVore
> Sent: Monday, September 05, 2016 8:26 PM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3S - Build or Buy
> 
> I’m considering the purchase of a K3S and was wondering what are the pros and 
> cons of building versus buying a factory radio. Is building worth the $200 in 
> savings?
> 
> Bill
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Re: [Elecraft] OT - 6 meter DX activity in sunspot low

[John Stengrevics]

I got back into the hobby 2 1/2 months ago.  I have been on 6 meters almost 
exclusively during that time, running my K3S at 95 watts to a 6 element quad at 
40 feet.  During this time, the band has been open to somewhere practically 
every day. In this time, I have worked 40 states and 26 countries.  The QTH is 
in fn42.

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> On Aug 22, 2016, at 9:32 AM, Gary Smith  wrote:
> 
> I've made exactly five 6M contacts in the last 36 years, all of them 
> a couple months ago during Field Day with my K3s. It piqued my 
> interest as I have DXCC from 160 through 10 & this would offer a new 
> challenge. 
> 
> I discovered DXEngineering has a 3 element, 6M add on that attaches 
> to a tribander and gives decent gain. Considering my tribander is 
> roof mounted on a ranch, I won't have a great antenna for 6 no matter 
> how I slice it. Still, if there is something worthwhile I can do with 
> 6M, I should.
> 
> So my question is for those who have operated 6M for years and know 
> how the band works during the lows of the sunspot cycle; is it like 
> 17 & up where any DX openings are unobtanium, or does 6M behave 
> differently at sunspot lows and DX openings are common?
> 
> Thanks & 73,
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] k3s radio kit

[John Stengrevics]

I’ll chime in.  I had never built anything previously.  So, successfully 
building the K3S gave me a great sense of accomplishment.

The assembly manual for the K3S is excellent.  Follow it carefully.

I made 3 goofs during construction.  No big problems, easily diagnosed by tech 
support.

I believe I made the mistakes by working too late into the night when I should 
have gone to bed.

Moral of the story:  Follow the manual religiously, don’t be in a hurry.

WA1EAZ

> On Aug 5, 2016, at 5:36 PM, Ralph Parker  wrote:
> 
> >Pay very close attention to the screw lengths and sort them out carefully...
> >later you may need the 3/16" and the 1/4" is tooo long :)
> 
> Amen to that, brother!
> After 50+ years of building radios, I built my K3 very carefully.
> However, on completion, the output was very intermittent. Tapping on the 
> cabinet would trigger the problem. I tried everything, including on line and 
> on-the-phone discussions with the Elcraft service dept.
> Finally, I boxed it up and sent it to the doctor.
> They diagnosed the problem right out of the box, with no tools.
> I had placed two lockwashers on the wrong end of the screws holding the 
> driver transistors to the bottom of the case, so they made only intermittent 
> contact. Bingo! Was my face red!
> 
> The moral of the story: be careful, and check EVERYTHING during assembly.
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Uninterruptible Power Supply for K3S (power line arc noise)

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks to all for your very helpful comments & suggestions.

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jul 11, 2016, at 5:18 PM, Mike K8CN  wrote:
> 
> John,
> 
> Power line arc noise can happen anywhere, even in a semi-rural area like
> your neighborhood (I used to live in Acton MA).  There are many web
> resources for learning how to identify and track down power line arc
> sources.  Here are some things I've learned by hard experience.
> 
> A good, though not infallible, indication of a power line arc source for
> your noise is to check the bands during or shortly after a rain storm.  Most
> arc sources are quenched temporarily by rain if they're exposed to the
> elements. When I first began tracking down noise sources at my QTH several
> years ago, I found that keeping a log of baseline noise levels (using the
> S-meter indication with the K3 in AM mode, widest filter you have) on all
> bands versus time of day and weather conditions was helpful in establishing
> any correlation with precipitation or neighbors' activities.  I would also
> add comments about the qualitative audio signature of the noise ("buzz",
> "raspy", "intermittent buzz" - you get the idea).
> 
> Simple preliminary source location techniques (once you've eliminated
> anything in your own home or yard) include using the AM radio in your car on
> a careful drive around your neighborhood to find candidate sources. This is
> not particularly selective - you'll hear other interferers in addition to
> true arc sources, and you'll want to tune to an unoccupied AM channel - I
> use channels high in the AM broadcast band.
> 
> My preferred method once I've identified some candidate arc source sites is
> to use an inexpensive handheld VHF/UHF scanner with a rubber-duck antenna
> and a switchable attenuator.  You don't need a fancy lab-grade attenuator -
> I find that a home-made 6 dB or 20 dB fixed resistor attenuator (50 ohm,
> shielded box) is sufficient.  I tune the scanner to an open channel in the
> aircraft band (around 135 MHz; it automatically switches to AM detection in
> that band, which is necessary to do direction-finding based on signal
> strength - FM detection won't work), and walk around the suspect site. Turn
> off the squelch completely and set the audio gain at a fixed, comfortable
> listening level (I use open-ear headphones for safety as I walk on roads).
> 
> I hold the rubber-duck antenna in the horizontal orientation and sweep it in
> an arc to either side of my body.  The rubber-duck has a pattern null off
> the ends, and the reduction in audible noise is very evident if you're close
> to the arc source.  You can resolve the 180 degree direction ambiguity of
> the null by using your body as an additional shielding attenuator - the
> difference in audio levels is your clue as to which null direction is the
> true one.  You will find that you'll need to insert one of the fixed
> attenuators between the rubber-duck and the scanner antenna port if you're
> very close to the arc source - otherwise it will be difficult to perceive a
> null.  I've used this technique successfully to locate multiple arc sources
> in my own neighborhood over the past few years. The one drawback is that one
> cannot hear the arc noise at VHF if one is more than a couple hundred yards
> from the arc source unless you use a small handheld Yagi antenna.  It's easy
> to make a 3 element Yagi for VHF - there are several simple, inexpensive
> designs out there to be found.
> 
> As Jim, K9YC will likely point out, you may also be hearing switch-mode
> power converters that have a much different noise signature than arc noise. 
> If you can borrow a P3 panadapter from a nearby friend, it is an excellent
> tool for distinguishing types of noise.  There are many other RF noise
> emitters - look at the archives of the Elecraft forum for some examples -
> the list of offending devices is too long to include here.
> 
> One can, of course, purchase commercial DF'ing units that offer more
> features.  However, you may already have the basic DF'ing tools in hand, or
> you may borrow them from a local ham until you find that you have a
> recurring need for this set of tools.
> 
> It's likely that your local electric utility has a person trained in finding
> arc noise sources, but they love it when you can identify the specific pole
> on which you have found the likely source!
> 
> 73,
> Mike, K8CN
> Durham NH
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Uninterruptible Power Supply for K3S

[John Stengrevics]

Thanks to all for the comments.

Not being familiar with these things, I thought the UPS could be use for a 
protracted period of time.

Jim - I’ve been through the exercise of turning off every breaker in the house 
except the one that supplies power to the shack.  I then unplugged everything 
in the shack except the K3S and rotor control box and turned off the lights.  I 
still had the noise.

Bonding didn’t do anything - I only have the K3S, speaker and a rotor control 
box. 

I’ve got ferrites out the gazoo!

I live in an area with 2-acre zoning and no commercial establishment wishing a 
couple of miles.

So, I’m at a loss.  Maybe atmospheric noise?

John
WA1EAZ


> On Jul 11, 2016, at 3:05 PM, Jim Brown <j...@audiosystemsgroup.com> wrote:
> 
> On Mon,7/11/2016 11:36 AM, stengrevics wrote:
>> To deal with a power line noise problem, someone suggested I try an
>> uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
> 
> 
> Bad idea, for several reasons. First, power line noise is created by a 
> defective component in the power system arcing, and radiated by power wiring 
> close to the where the arc occurs. This radiated noise is like any other RF 
> signal -- it propagates, and our antennas receive it. It is VERY unlikely to 
> be conducted into our equipment via our own power wiring.
> 
> Second, UPS units are often noise sources themselves.
> 
> Third, how do you know that what you hear is power line noise? Much of the 
> noise we hear in our radios is created by electronic equipment of all sorts.
> 
> Study http://k9yc.com/KillingReceiveNoise.pdf
> 
> 73, Jim K9YC
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[Elecraft] Uninterruptible Power Supply for K3S

[stengrevics]

To deal with a power line noise problem, someone suggested I try an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS).  Does anyone have any experience doing
this?  If so, what UPS specifications are appropriate to handle the K3S?

My apologies if this has been previously discussed.  Please do provide a
link if it has.

73,

John
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Re: [Elecraft] Panadapters for a MM station using 4 K3s

[John Stengrevics]

Don, 

I was looking at the LP-PAN YouTube video where they demonstrated noise 
reduction that made weak dx signals audible on the K3S where they were not 
audible without the LP-PAN.  Is this really the case?

John
WA1EAZ

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> On Jul 4, 2016, at 11:46 AM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
> 
> John,
> 
> NaP3 can play through the computer speakers to act as a 2nd receiver (but 
> there will be latency dependent on the computer). That is where the NaP3 NB 
> is useful.
> 
> I do not understand that a NB function would be valuable on the spectrum 
> display.  I want to see the noise sources that may interfere with my 
> reception just the same as I want to see the signals on the band.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
>> On 7/4/2016 11:31 AM, John Stengrevics wrote:
>> Don,
>> 
>> LP-PAN advertises noise reduction.  Does the P3 do similar?
>> 
>> John
>> WA1EAZ
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Jul 4, 2016, at 11:27 AM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Bill,
>>> 
>>> The least frustration route is to use the P3 with the SVGA option (and 
>>> perhaps the TXMON option).
>>> 
>>> Certainly the LP-Pan/NaP3 or Win4K3 route will be less expensive, but 
>>> requires getting the applications working right on the computer.
>>> 
>>> So the tradeoff is between using the hardware solution of the P3 vs. using 
>>> LP-Pan/NaP3 which involves computer setup of the soundcard and all the 
>>> attendant frustration that comes with getting everything to play together.
>>> 
>>> If I had a MM station, I would go for the P3, but if you have enough 
>>> patience to work with the LP-Pan?NaP3 solution, the end result will be 
>>> similar.
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> Don W3FPR
>>> 
>>>> On 7/4/2016 8:25 AM, Bill OMara via Elecraft wrote:
>>>> I'm looking for some input on the best and most cost effective way to add
>>>> panadapters to my MM contest station with four K3's.
>>>> 
>>>> I currently have one of the four station outfitted with a LP PAN2 and NaP3
>>>> SW and it works fine with the internal sound card with 48Khz bandwidth.
>>>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Panadapters for a MM station using 4 K3s

[John Stengrevics]

Don,

LP-PAN advertises noise reduction.  Does the P3 do similar?

John
WA1EAZ

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jul 4, 2016, at 11:27 AM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> Bill,
> 
> The least frustration route is to use the P3 with the SVGA option (and 
> perhaps the TXMON option).
> 
> Certainly the LP-Pan/NaP3 or Win4K3 route will be less expensive, but 
> requires getting the applications working right on the computer.
> 
> So the tradeoff is between using the hardware solution of the P3 vs. using 
> LP-Pan/NaP3 which involves computer setup of the soundcard and all the 
> attendant frustration that comes with getting everything to play together.
> 
> If I had a MM station, I would go for the P3, but if you have enough patience 
> to work with the LP-Pan?NaP3 solution, the end result will be similar.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
>> On 7/4/2016 8:25 AM, Bill OMara via Elecraft wrote:
>> I'm looking for some input on the best and most cost effective way to add
>> panadapters to my MM contest station with four K3's.
>> 
>> I currently have one of the four station outfitted with a LP PAN2 and NaP3
>> SW and it works fine with the internal sound card with 48Khz bandwidth.
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] CW Setup

[John Stengrevics]

Begali sent a defective cable when they delivered my straight key.  So, I went 
out an bought a two-wire (not stereo) cable & plug from Radio Shack.  Seems to 
work fine.  Am I doing any damage?

John
WA1EAZ


> On Jun 26, 2016, at 10:38 PM, EricJ  wrote:
> 
> K6DGW's post answers most of your questions, but I'll add a couple more 
> points. You have to use a stereo plug for any key plugged into an Elecraft 
> rig. Even straight keys and bugs with only two wires.
> 
> Also, as Fred points out, you can pretty much do whatever you want and left 
> handers often just stick with setting up paddles as righthanders to. I think 
> it's a mistake because of the symmetry in the brain. Right hand bugs are set 
> up with dits on the thumb and dahs on the forefinger. Righthanders do the 
> same with paddles for electronic keyers. Sticking to this convention makes it 
> easier to use someone elses rig or demos at ham conventions with ease as they 
> are usually set up for righthanders.
> 
> Lefthanders can do what they want, of course, and we often do because it's 
> our nature. But lefties should also follow the convention that the thumb is 
> for dits and the forefinger for dahs. Remarkably, a lefthander who does this 
> can sit down with a righthanded bug or paddle/keyer and send with very little 
> practice. That isn't just because lefthanders are more skilled. It's that the 
> brain easily makes the adjustment--even a righthanders brain can handle that.
> 
> Until recently, I've always used a bug or paddle righthanded and a straight 
> key lefthanded because a straight key demands fine motor skills the others 
> don't. As I get older, I've noticed my fine motor skills slightly degrading. 
> So I built a lefthanded bug to see if that would help. It did. My left hand 
> is more precise than my right, always has been. So after 40 years of using 
> righthanded bugs and keyers, I switched to my lefthand. With an evening of 
> practice, my speed and ability was as good as my right hand. I think my LH 
> fist is even a little better than my RH fist ever was, but memory is the 
> second thing to go.
> 
> Eric KE6US
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On 6/26/2016 6:00 PM, Bill Ellis via Elecraft wrote:
>> Hi ll,
>> Trying to set up a single lever paddle for my K3. The more I read the more 
>> confused, for some reason, it gets. Can someone assist with this hook up, do 
>>  I use a stereo plug, and how do I set up the menu ?
>> 
>> Thanks/73's,
>> Bill, WB9CAC
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Re: [Elecraft] Difference in DSP in K2 and K3S

[John Stengrevics]

If anyone has a moment to provide instructions on how best to adjust the NR, I 
would appreciate it as well.

73,

John
WA1EAZ

> On Jun 7, 2016, at 5:16 PM, Paul Wilton  wrote:
> 
> I have been using a K3S in a 2m SSB VHF contest this evening and find that 
> the DSP NR is a bit a disappointment compared with my usual K2 rig.  My QTH 
> has a fair degree on man-made noise so on the K2, I normally run with the NR 
> at level 4 (factory settings - I haven’t adjusted them).  However, when using 
> the NR on the K3S this evening, when I adjusted it to get a similar amount of 
> noise reduction, I find that is accompanied by a lot of swooshing noise 
> modulated with an interval of between 0.5 to 3seconds.  Also, the voices seem 
> a lot more robotic and harder to understand.
> 
> I did try all of the NR settings but didn’t really find one which matched the 
> niceness of the K2.  Has anyone else progressed from a K2 to a K3 on VHF and 
> would like to comment on the effectiveness of the NR?  And more importantly, 
> are there some settings I can try to get the K3S to sound like my K2?
> 
> 
> 73
> 
> Paul
> M1CNK
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Problems with K144XV Transverter for K3S - Can't Hear Anything

[John Stengrevics]

Really don’t see how that is possible to do with the cover on - see James 
Bennett’s comments that he used two sets of needle nose to get the connectors 
to mate.

 I did not have any “loose wire ends” sticking out.  Accordingly, I asked that 
they ship the repaired boards back to me with TMP cables pre-installed.  I have 
no idea if they will do that.

I also asked for an up-to-date and correct installation manual and testing 
instructions.

73 John  WA1EAZ

> On Jun 6, 2016, at 11:10 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire <r...@cobi.biz> wrote:
> 
> This is a new issue to me. Be sure you do not have any loose wire ends 
> sticking out of the male TMP (See Figure 5 in the Ref Lock installation 
> manual). Then, when the connector is properly aligned, it should slip in. 
> It's snug but it should not require a lot of force. Using long nose pliers to 
> hold the male in alignment is fine. You do NOT need to support the female 
> connector. Indeed, the K144XV cover must be in place before connecting the 
> cables. 
> 
> 73 Ron AC7AC
> 
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> <mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net>] On Behalf Of John Stengrevics
> Sent: Monday, June 6, 2016 6:50 PM
> To: Bill Frantz
> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net <mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Problems with K144XV Transverter for K3S - Can't Hear 
> Anything
> 
> To all those having experienced this problem with the K144XV:
> 
> The problem I had was that the female connectors on the K144XV and the 
> REFLOCK board into which the TMPs were supposed to be inserted did not accept 
> the male and instead were pushed backward.  Pushed backward = no connection = 
> no 2 meters
> 
> One of the tech support guys said this was the most frequent K3/K3S return.
> 
> So, the K144XV & REFLOCK have to go back to Elecraft for repair.
> 
> I suggested that, if indeed this is the most frequent return, they simply 
> ship the K144XV with the TMPs installed as they are next to impossible to 
> connect.
> 
> When I get this back, I’m still not sure how I will connect them.  Maybe take 
> a pair of long nose in each hand, support the female while struggling to 
> insert the male.
> 
> John
> WA1EAZ
> 
> 
> And, apparently, the enabling/testing procedures don’t find it.  So, the only 
> way you know you have this problem is if you can’t hear anything on 2 meters.
>> On Jun 6, 2016, at 11:30 AM, Bill Frantz <fra...@pwpconsult.com> wrote:
>> 
>> [CCing Ron since he does documentation for Elecraft.]
>> 
>> I had similar problems when I installed the RefLock option in my K3 with the 
>> new synth. If you have the new synth, use the cabling diagrams from the new 
>> synth installation manual 
>> <http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740257%20KSYN3A%20Installation%20Rev%20A5.pdf
>>  
>> <http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740257%20KSYN3A%20Installation%20Rev%20A5.pdf>>
>>  see pages 15 and 16. As far as I can tell, the installation manual for the 
>> RefLock hasn't been updated for the new synth.
>> 
>> I also think the the firmware "enable" option does not check for signal on 
>> the RefLock input before signaling that the option is enabled.
>> 
>> 73 Bill AE6JV
>> 
>> 
>> On 6/6/16 at 6:04 AM, jstengrev...@comcast.net 
>> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net> (stengrevics) wrote:
>> 
>>> I have installed the transverter and phase lock option, and have 
>>> enabled it successfully (per the instructions).  I have an antenna 
>>> whose SWR measures less than 1.2 across the band (confirmed with 
>>> antenna analyzer).  However, I can't hear anything on 2 meters.  This 
>>> was confirmed when I asked a ham located 5 miles away to meet me on 2 
>>> meters - nothing heard.
>>> 
>>> This leads me to think that the problem is somewhere in the internal 
>>> TMP coax connections to the K144XV or to the phase lock option.
>>> 
>>> I have to say that the instructions for installing the K144XV cables 
>>> were totally screwed up and I needed tech support to send me a 
>>> picture of how they should go (which bore no resemblance to the 
>>> instructions).  I still have no confidence that I have these correctly 
>>> installed.
>>> 
>>> I would appreciate any suggestions from anyone who may have 
>>> experienced similar problems.
>> 
>> Bill Frantz|"Insofar as the propositions of mathematics refer to
>> 408-356-8506   | reality, th

Re: [Elecraft] Problems with K144XV Transverter for K3S - Can't Hear Anything

[John Stengrevics]

To all those having experienced this problem with the K144XV:

The problem I had was that the female connectors on the K144XV and the REFLOCK 
board into which the TMPs were supposed to be inserted did not accept the male 
and instead were pushed backward.  Pushed backward = no connection = no 2 meters

One of the tech support guys said this was the most frequent K3/K3S return.

So, the K144XV & REFLOCK have to go back to Elecraft for repair.

I suggested that, if indeed this is the most frequent return, they simply ship 
the K144XV with the TMPs installed as they are next to impossible to connect.

When I get this back, I’m still not sure how I will connect them.  Maybe take a 
pair of long nose in each hand, support the female while struggling to insert 
the male.

John
WA1EAZ


And, apparently, the enabling/testing procedures don’t find it.  So, the only 
way you know you have this problem is if you can’t hear anything on 2 meters.
> On Jun 6, 2016, at 11:30 AM, Bill Frantz <fra...@pwpconsult.com> wrote:
> 
> [CCing Ron since he does documentation for Elecraft.]
> 
> I had similar problems when I installed the RefLock option in my K3 with the 
> new synth. If you have the new synth, use the cabling diagrams from the new 
> synth installation manual 
> <http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740257%20KSYN3A%20Installation%20Rev%20A5.pdf
>  
> <http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740257%20KSYN3A%20Installation%20Rev%20A5.pdf>>
>  see pages 15 and 16. As far as I can tell, the installation manual for the 
> RefLock hasn't been updated for the new synth.
> 
> I also think the the firmware "enable" option does not check for signal on 
> the RefLock input before signaling that the option is enabled.
> 
> 73 Bill AE6JV
> 
> 
> On 6/6/16 at 6:04 AM, jstengrev...@comcast.net 
> <mailto:jstengrev...@comcast.net> (stengrevics) wrote:
> 
>> I have installed the transverter and phase lock option, and have enabled it
>> successfully (per the instructions).  I have an antenna whose SWR measures
>> less than 1.2 across the band (confirmed with antenna analyzer).  However, I
>> can't hear anything on 2 meters.  This was confirmed when I asked a ham
>> located 5 miles away to meet me on 2 meters - nothing heard.
>> 
>> This leads me to think that the problem is somewhere in the internal TMP
>> coax connections to the K144XV or to the phase lock option.
>> 
>> I have to say that the instructions for installing the K144XV cables were
>> totally screwed up and I needed tech support to send me a picture of how
>> they should go (which bore no resemblance to the instructions).  I still
>> have no confidence that I have these correctly installed.
>> 
>> I would appreciate any suggestions from anyone who may have experienced
>> similar problems.
> 
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[Elecraft] Problems with K144XV Transverter for K3S - Can't Hear Anything

[stengrevics]

I have installed the transverter and phase lock option, and have enabled it
successfully (per the instructions).  I have an antenna whose SWR measures
less than 1.2 across the band (confirmed with antenna analyzer).  However, I
can't hear anything on 2 meters.  This was confirmed when I asked a ham
located 5 miles away to meet me on 2 meters - nothing heard.

This leads me to think that the problem is somewhere in the internal TMP
coax connections to the K144XV or to the phase lock option.

I have to say that the instructions for installing the K144XV cables were
totally screwed up and I needed tech support to send me a picture of how
they should go (which bore no resemblance to the instructions).  I still
have no confidence that I have these correctly installed.

I would appreciate any suggestions from anyone who may have experienced
similar problems.

Thanks,

John  WA1EAZ



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[Elecraft] K3 Not Responding to K3 Utility

[stengrevics]

I am trying to do the TX Gain Calibration on the K3S.  I have a Macbook Air
(USB ports only).  I downloaded the utility for Mac and the latest drivers. 
However, there appears to be no connection between the K3 and the computer
(I get an error message "K3 not Responding" and all options on the utility
under Configuration and Calibration are greyed out).

I disassembled and reassembled the KIO3B board to make sure of all
connections.

I received a technical note from Elecraft on Troubleshooting KIO3B
Connections, but it was not very helpful.

If anybody has had this problem and can provide some insight, it would be
most appreciated.

John WA1EAZ



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[Elecraft] VFO B Not Scrolling Through Config Menu

[John Stengrevics]

I’ve finished assembly and am now on to the test and calibration stage.  When I 
hold the menu button, I access Config.  However, the VFO B control doesn’t 
scroll through the menu.  Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

John Stengrevics
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