[Elecraft] KAT500 Blinking "MAN" LED - Bad Astron P/S On/Off Switch

to have another problem in the future. (Marlin P Jones sells an in-line power on/off switch with a 2.1 mm barrel plug on one end and a 2.1 mm barrel socket on the other end. I would have used that except I cannot normally reach the back of the KAT500 in my configuration). 73, John W2XS

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

It was a feature added in by firmware upgrade 2.61. The older manuals may not show this but the newer ones do. I keep a copy of the firmware upgrade list handy. 73, John W2XS KX2 MCU 2.61 / DSP 1.46, 5-31-2016 * AUDIO-CW USER INTERFACE IMPROVEMENTS: The KX2 can emit CW characters when switches

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ... Any KX2 users on this list?

I rode my bike to the beach and made a few QSOs with the KX2 and AX1. I put a picture on my QRZ.com page. It is easy for me to remember my radio's S/N = 1234! There have been many successful outings to beaches on the north and south shores of Long Island with the LICW and LIQRP clubs. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] K3s vs KX3 Quedtion

have the K3 for home use (upgraded to "almost" a K3S). Since giving my K2 to my brother, I now have a KX2 for portable/QRP work. I am happy (but do miss the sound and looks of the K2). 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 (The one in the QST review) KX2 (S/N 1234) K1 (S/N 2

[Elecraft] [K3] Feature request - based on the KX2

some bands when the cable is connected. (I have tried a few things to fight the noise floor increase but no success so far). 73, John W2XS -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailm

Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions needed - antenna to tuner

you might need only a few feet (5 or 10 is a swag). 73, John W2XS -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfa

Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions needed - antenna to tuner

measurements on his website. (This is in the FWIW category!) I have not tried to substitute the tuner balun with another type but that might be a future experiment. 73, John W2XS -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] Different SWR on K3 and External Meter

a tuner-bypass issue on that band. But I never went back to take a closer look. I seem to have a lot of RF in the shack on 6 meters now with my center-fed zepp. Perhaps better station grounding would help in that area. 73, John W2XS -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.na

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Amp Hours

smooth and precise, and the KXPD2 has a surprisingly nice feel to it. Who will be the first user to bypass the input filters to restore the sensitivity on the AM BCB? hi hi (But I do a lot of BCB listening on my K3 via the RX ant input). 72, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://elecr

[Elecraft] K3 Service, Don, and Parts Kudos

at support. By the way, my K3 is from 2008 and has been running fine all these years. I like to keep it up-to-date with all hardware and firmware upgrades. Now back to fighting for FT43A on 17m. My P3 shows that the pileup is 20 kHz wide! 73, John W2XS K1 (S/N 2191) w/all options. KX1 (S/N 01

[Elecraft] K3 Windows 10 and the KUSB

KXV3 and PR6-10 to free up some room behind the transceiver. If anyone is planning on staying with Windows 7 and wants an older KUSB, let me know. 73, John W2XS K1 (S/N 2191) 4-band w/KNB1, KAT1, KBT1, back light, and mounting bracket. KX1 (S/N 015) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 (the one QST used for

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Macros

wish I had discovered macros earlier. 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015) K1 (S/N 2191) K2 (S/N 1116) Drake T4-X (S/N 6 - coincidence?) K3/100 (S/N 919) P3 (S/N 476) HexKey (S/N 113) DL1, BL1, BL2, N-gen, XG1, W1, BNC-MM, etc. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2

Re: [Elecraft] Low Audio

I have ear-splitting volume from a pair of non-amplified speakers from Tivoli Audio (bought for a reasonable price from their outlet store when it was open). The audio amplifier chip is a 3 watt device so it should be plenty loud. I once tried a Kenwood SP-930 and that was loud also. John W2XS

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Some Questions

BCB. This complicates the switching arrangement a bit, but a ceramic DPDT knife switch came to the rescue. John W2XS -- AM Broadcast - yes, that explains what I noticed, seems to really > attenuate anything

Re: [Elecraft] Very cool Earth Screw at Lee Valley Tools... Just a tad O/T

2f629bbe263bd26 I use a Jackite pole to hold up a 300-ohm twinlead-fed 66' inverted-V that works FB on 40m to 10m with my K2/KAT2 via a B1 4:1 balun. It is so nice to have all those bands available when operating from the picnic table at the park. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in contex

[Elecraft] [K3] Adjusting an Antenna Tuner with the P3

But the settings were written down and will be used with the Drake equipment. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Adjusting-an-Antenna-Tuner-with-the-P3-tp6019992p6019992.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabbl

[Elecraft] K3 K3-P3 Stand (Riser)

se days is really a labor of love hi hi. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-K3-P3-Stand-Riser-tp5975997p5975997.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft ma

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Beta Release: APF for CW; "Fast Monitor" & improved TX gate for voice modes

. BTW, this is my 47th firmware update since Beta 2-1 in June, 2008. I have never had an issue. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Beta-Release-APF-for-CW-Fast-Monitor-improved-TX-gate-for-voice-modes-tp5703317p5704065.html Sent from the [K3

[Elecraft] [P3] Installation Success

ctures on QRZ.com and eHam.net. eHam.net provides a larger-sized picture after clicking on it. Thanks to the Elecraft team for another great product, and inclusion of all needed cables etc. to make installation quick and easy. 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2,

Re: [Elecraft] Dayton purchase - KX1 or K2?

. 10W has proven to be enough power for enjoyable world-wide QSOs on 40m through 10m with a 40m inverted V fed with twinlead. 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 (The one in the QST review) K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2, KSB2, K160RX, KIO2, KBT2, KNB2, KAF2, FDIMP (Built by Sherwood Eng) Drake

Re: [Elecraft] RES: [K3] K3DSPUPGD

the KAF2 did. I am listening to an AM Broadcast oldies station right now, and notice a "fuller" sound. I need to play with the RX equalizer and the AGC settings (which are set to Don's recommendations right now). 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.na

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Purchase Recommendations??

Let me add that my Kenwood MC-60A mike, leftover from a previous rig (TS-930S), seems to work fine with the K3. John W2XS "If you already have a microphone of any sort, give that a try before shelling out for another" -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Purchase Recommendations??

ters along with the general-coverage option and ATU. I added the sub-receiver after a year. It really helps when working a DX station in the split mode. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Purchase-Recommendations-tp4682401p4682906.html Sent from the Elec

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] K3 vers K2 questions that I keep seeimg

the difference. A K2/100-only station would still be a powerful set up for most hamming, and there is still the choice of using the K2/10 as a great portable rig with batteries or a small 3A or 4A power supply. 73, John W2XS >From Harry: So what is the opinion of those who have both or h

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Want to buy a K3

e, so think about getting at least one or two optional roofing filters to start with. Good luck and 73, John W2XS What elective boards should I consider purchasing to enhance the functionality of the K3. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Want-to-buy-a-K3-tp4287275p4288261.ht

Re: [Elecraft] [KX1] KX1 | KXAT1 ATU questions

tuners remember the settings so I am instantly matched without having to generate RF. Good luck. 73, John W2XS My configuration was Cobra Senior Ultralight up 60-66’ at one end 45-50’ at the other with center up about 55-60’ | 81 feet of 450 ohm ladder line runs that runs about 1’ foot through

Re: [Elecraft] P3 getting closer

Please strike these from the records and spare us any further misery. I think it will bowl you over... Bruce McLaughlin wrote: > It sounds like a P3 may be right up your alley . . . so to speak, -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/P3-getting-closer-tp4240974p4241499.ht

Re: [Elecraft] K3 needs survey -- firmware and application software

would love to see that feature on the list. Thanks and 73, John W2XS "This is a great opportunity to let us know what else is missing or could be improved. There will be some surprises in 2010 :)" -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-needs-survey-fi

[Elecraft] [K3] K3 AM Synchronous Detector and the NY Jets

the clear signal, the Jets still lost :( 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-AM-Synchronous-Detector-and-the-NY-Jets-tp4055109p4055109.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Req for SWL band and Using Memories

BCB station frequencies. To rapidly switch between memories, I normally use the program "Commander", which has access to all 100 memory locations. I programmed the first 10 in Commander to be the same as the first 10 in the K3. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.n

Re: [Elecraft] K2 #6799

s working all kinds of stations from the deck on battery power. The battery lasts all weekend in between charges in battery-saver mode. The rig is small, the receiver sound is clean and clear, and it has everything one could need inside the little box (except for the paddle and antenna). 73, Joh

Re: [Elecraft] Antennas for K1 field use

antenna: an inverted V, even in a treeless environment. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Antennas-for-K1-field-use-tp3243083p3251838.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

[Elecraft] [K3] Memorial Day Weekend K3 Activities

x27;s Memorial Day Weekend. 2 meter module? Panadaptor? External speaker kit in the EC3 enclosure? 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/-K3--Memorial-Day-Weekend-K3-Activities-tp2972408p2972408.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabbl

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Power supply

rs and remounted the transformer. This eliminated the annoying audible (not electrical) hum that I had been putting up with all this time. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3%3A-N1MM-for-Field-Day-tp2864853p2865329.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Kit Building

I agree. The EC2 is too small for my anticipated balanced tuner project. John W2XS Merv wrote: Would love to see a K3 size cabinet (parts) with a blank front and rear panel. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Noise-Reduction-tp2727716p2754922.html Sent from the

Re: [Elecraft] K3

alun): http://www.qrpkits.com/norcal_blt.htm It works very well on 40m to 10m. 73, John W2XS I'll be vacationing in NC this summer at a nice cottage in the mountains. Taking my K3, what is the best portable antenna to take with me for that week. There are many and I'm sure there are some s

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Sales service

I ordered a KXV3 on Jan 17 (a Saturday) and it was sent out on Jan 20 (Tuesday). Then right after that I ordered the KRX3 and that also came very quickly - ordered March 4th and it was shipped on March 5th. I have ordered a lot of things over the past few years (the XYL says too many) and never ha

[Elecraft] [K3] K3 and K2 AC Input Power

. But you probably have more information at this point than you really wanted. hi hi. Next to be measured here will be the TV sets and the computers. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-and-K2-AC-Input-Power-tp2446398p2446398.html Sent from the [K3] mailing

Re: [Elecraft] K3 receiver desensing on CW during contest

there is de-sensing. Would passband tuning (shift) help to shift his signal outside of the roofing filter bandpass? John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-receiver-desensing-on-CW-during-contest-tp2369819p2373481.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at

Re: [Elecraft] For Sale: KPA100, W1

The KPA100 has been sold. Thank you very much for the emails. 73, John W2XS John W2XS wrote: > > For Sale: > > KPA100 – I bought this off the list while waiting for the K3 but I have > now decided to keep my K2 QRP. Still in the box as received. $300 > shipped. >

[Elecraft] For Sale: KPA100, W1

For Sale: KPA100 – I bought this off the list while waiting for the K3 but I have now decided to keep my K2 QRP. Still in the box as received. $300 shipped. W1 Wattmeter in the W8FGU tilting plastic case. $100 shipped. Will include some extra BNC cables. 73, John W2XS -- View this

Re: [Elecraft] How long until K3 is declared the greatest rig...?

in receiver performance in a compact QRP rig. Late 90's. 73, John W2XS Yes, Don, that's the sort of thing I'm think about. KWM2 - the age of transceivers R4C - RX performance FT-101(?) - Japan emerges as the premier source for ham gear. K3 - America regains the top position.

Re: [Elecraft] K3/ACLog interface failure

= Elecraft Comm port = 4 Baud Rate = 4.8k 8 data bits 2 stop bits Connection Power = None Polling rate = 500 ms Mode by: Rig I too recommend the N3FJP AC Log and contest logging programs as they are excellent, fun, and inexpensive. Good luck. John W2XS -- View this message in context: http

Re: [Elecraft] How to un-subscribe??

nd look at the postings via Nabble. This allows me to post a reply (like this one). There are other ways but this is one way to read the postings. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/How-to-un-subscribe---tp2269287p2269600.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] OT Tuner Basics

nd power meters and am fine with it. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/OT-Tuner-Basics-tp2163674p2163862.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mai

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Beta firmware rev 2.78

fun to see my call and name scroll across the display when the unit is turned on. Thanks, Elecraft! 73, John W2XS (ps - any improvements to AM reception would be appreciated. And, automatic character spacing in the keyer would be great). Thanks Wayne and everyone at Elecraft: The K3

[Elecraft] K3 CW Sound Wave Canceling

sound waves in normal speech and music. And, I could be filled with hot air, which is also basic physics hi hi. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-CW-Sound-Wave-Canceling-tp1586193p1586193.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] K3 CW filtering

nd know that nothing will get through above and below that little window. Ringing doesn't seem to be an issue. Of course, YMMV, and other people feel good about having the steeper skirts of the 8-pole filters. 73, John W2XS K3 #919 (etc.) -- View this message in context: http://n2.n

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Keypad Band Switching - a simple request

Longer (must trype better)... Don't worry about spelling. Aoccdrnig to rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoatnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be at the rghit pclae. The rset can be a toatl mses and you can sitll r

Re: [Elecraft] K3 YAKY

eived the rig at the end of May. Funny thing - signals on the AM BCB sound better if I enter in an offset for the FM filter (which did not come with one). I'll have to play around some more. 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 (The one in the QST review) K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2,

Re: [Elecraft] ATU vs. External Tuner

n Matchbox with the KAT3 and Balun Designs balun. I am happy that I can use the KAT3 with its tuner settings memory for each band. QSY is really easy now with no extra tune up needed. The balun does not seem to heat up so I assume that the loss is relatively low. 73, John W2XS I use a low doub

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - bad CW note

still wonder why the switcher didn't work well since it was a 12V, 24A supply. Good luck. John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3---bad-CW-note-tp1334054p1334378.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabbl

Re: [Elecraft] dmm vs vom

ts 20 ohms12 volts 200 ohms 6 volts 2M ohms6 volts 20M ohms 1 volt We found out why certain semiconductor devices were being destroyed after "meter checking". 73, John W2XS Generally it is no

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Battery Charging System With out Mods?

to connect an analog expanded-scale DC voltmeter to monitor the state of charge (even though the K2 can also monitor its own voltage). The meter I use is a Zantum Technologies model ZAPV15 "12 Volt Lead Acid Battery Capacity Charge Meter" with a nice multi-colored scale. 73, John W2XS 2) Mak

Re: [Elecraft] Which rig is Elecraft's best value?

footprint, nice looking display, passband tuning, roofing filter selectivity, etc etc ) that it is hard to beat as the ultimate rig operating on a power supply. I am sure that you will get plenty of opinions on this one! 73, John W2XS I'm actually thinking the award goes to the K2/10. - K

[Elecraft] More Balanced Current Measurements - Voltage Balun

it's on my website. The link is on QRZ.COM. The "sum" column is an indication of the total current in both sides. The higher the number, the better. The "difference" column is an indication of balance. The smaller the number, the better. 73, John W2XS -- View this

Re: [Elecraft] Paddle for K3

Both the Elecraft Hex Key and the Brown Brothers BTL-A paddles work great. I like the stability of a paddle that has little or no vertical movement of the paddle arms. The Hex key is heavy but the Brown Brothers is easier to adjust. alsopb wrote: > > > What paddle to use is also a fitting topi

RE: [Elecraft] ON4UN has a K3?

I like: 1 = 10m 2 = 20m 3 = 30m 4 = 40m 5 = 15m 6 = 60m 7 = 17m 8 = 80m 9 0 = 160m I use "band down" or "band down" to go to 6m or 12m. 73, John W2XS - Brett wrote: Or you can always make it relatively easy to remember by using something like:

Re: [Elecraft] Balanced Antenna Feedline Current Measurements

8 20 3 11 3 2 17 2 33 17 7 15 1 16 4 4 12 0 11 1 1 10 0 25 3 3 6 X 0 2 3

[Elecraft] Balanced Antenna Feedline Current Measurements

lance can be reduced with a choke on the matched coax line. If the antenna tuner is built into the rig, then it's hard to do that. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Balanced-Antenna-Feedline-Current-Measurements-tp532291p532291.html Sent from the El

Re: [Elecraft] Switching supplies and the K3

better handle the peak current. 5-way binding posts are fine for QRP but I like the larger terminals for QRO. (all IMHO of course). Buy the power supply from R and L Electronics for a low price and quick delivery. (They carry switchers, too). John W2XS Thomas Kuehl wrote: > > Or should

[Elecraft] BL2 Balun Heating

end. Happy 4th of July. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/BL2-Balun-Heating-tp18285067p18285067.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3- what a radio!

switching power supply (12V, 24A) but I did not like the noise it generated in the receiver and it also induced problems on the transmitted signal. So I bought an Astron RS-35A and that works very well. The power supply is slightly bigger than the rig, though hi hi. 73, John W2XS ni0c wrote

Re: [Elecraft] What to do with my K3

Read the reviews and make a list of your own pros and cons. In addition to the usual transmitter and receiver performance items, include things like: * Cost of repair (modules vs. the whole rig being sent). * Company management involvement in reflector discussions, customer problems, and customer

Re: [Elecraft] Audio artifacts

I had some audio distortion while listeining to AM when I set the some of the AGC settings at maximum (based on a recent post). Backing off on the settings made the audio crystal clear. 73, John W2XS Stephen Prior wrote: > > When I turned the K3 on tonight with AFX on and w

[Elecraft] K3 - Power Supply - My Experience

the Johnson Matchbox. I have already established perfect matches on all bands from 160 to 10 but did not want to transmit that way until the reports were good. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3---Power-Supply---My-Experience-tp18034858p18034858.html Sent

RE: [Elecraft] K3 Band changing...Devils Advocate...

hing with a few more button pushes. The 930 also has "up" and "down" buttons that allow scrolling through the spectrum in 500kHz steps. 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-Band-changing...Devils-Advocate...-tp17551390p17559722.html Sent from t

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Automatic Character Spacing

, and others, have ACS. 73, John W2XS (BTW - IMHO - the software implementation of ACS in the Logikeyers, direct descendants of the CMOS Super Keyer, is not as good as the older, hardware-only implementation). k7svv wrote: > > Wayne & Eric, > Could I make an addition

[Elecraft] K3 - Yeah! It's Here!

Today UPS delivered K3 S/N 919 which was ordered on Dec 8, 2007. I will now spread out the ESD mat and hook up the ground strap and begin the fun. Thank you, Elecraft. 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2, KSB2, K160RX, KIO2, KBT2, KNB2, KAF2, FDIMP, KPA100

Re: [Elecraft] The Frustration of it all

Mine left San Pablo on the 14th and that's the last update on the tracking information. It's "On Time" for Tuesday, though. (Regular UPS ground). 73, John W2XS David Robertson-6 wrote: > > I have been tracking my shipment of my K3 from California to Massachu

Re: [Elecraft] K3 BETA FIRMWARE RELEASE -- MCU rev 1.94

This type of response is why I think the K3 represents a low-risk investment. Hurry up UPS! (Mine is on the way). 73, John W2XS I'll restore it to its former glory, don't worry. But not until I get back from Dayton. 73, Wayne N6KR -- View this message in context: http://www.

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping Status

I was in the same boat until today when I got the "Katiegram" informing me that my K3, ordered Dec 8, will ship soon. So, you might use a date of 5 months after your order date as the general guideline. They will most likely be able to improve that time as goes by. 73, John W2XS

Re: [Elecraft] Portable CW paddles for K2?

ood too. I did not like the Whiterook or MFJ portable paddles. I also have the Black Widow and Scorpion paddles and use them on occasion, but prefer the others. (IMHO, of course) John W2XS TF3KX wrote: > > My K2 #6425 is now up and running, and I need good, light/small portable > iam

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ATU specifications

(including WARC, not including 160) within the range of a Johnson Matchbox tuner. I still prefer using the balanced tuner over the unbalanced tuner and balun. But the K3 may change my thinking when it arrives (ordered in December). John W2XS I need a tuner that will hopefully tune every band to <

Re: [Elecraft] OT: QRP-L.org Reflector

I haven't had a problem with QRP-L, but I can no longer visit QRZ.com without my Internet Explorer completely hanging up. It seems to be something specific to that one website. Besides this Elecraft reflector, I regularly visit eHam.net, the QRP-L archives, QTH.com, ePay, rfdesk.com, and (before)

Re: [Elecraft] OT: QRP-L.org Reflector

I haven't had a problem with QRP-L, but I can no longer visit QRZ.com without my Internet Explorer completely hanging up. It seems to be something specific to that one website. Besides this Elecraft reflector, I regularly visit eHam.net, the QRP-L archives, QTH.com, ePay, rfdesk.com, and (before)

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 Package for Sale

The KX1 package has been sold. Thank you very much for the emails. The W1 is still available. Also have a nice W1 wattmeter in the plastic case $100 shipped John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/KX1-Package-for-Sale-tp16042775p16054520.html Sent from the

[Elecraft] KX1 Package for Sale

' of wire for a portable antenna 3 quarter-wave counterpoise wires All documentation. $375 Also have a nice W1 wattmeter in the plastic case $100 shipped John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/KX1-Package-for-Sale-tp16042775p16042775.html Sent from the Elecraft ma

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Software to do block/wiring diagram?

"I'm looking for some software that I can use to create block diagrams for electronic setups. " I like the program RF Flow. It costs $50 to purchase. http://www.rff.com/ A trial version is available with a limited number of components allowed. 73, John W2XS -- View this mes

Re: [Elecraft] Portable Antennae

Portable 40m to 10m Inverted V Antenna used by W2XS Jackite 31-foot pole and ground mount (or, bungee-cord it to a table or deck railing): http://www.jackite.com/product_info.php?products_id=132 Coleman camping reel. Buy 4 of them. Use two for the antenna wire (I use 33 feet on each side but

Re: [Elecraft] Split DX

is mode of operation. Neither the K1 nor the KX1 have this "split" capability. RIT and XIT may work under some conditions but it is not nearly as flexible. 72, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015 and S/N 925) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2, KSB2, K160RX, KIO2, KBT2, KNB2, KAF2, FDIMP T4X

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Mojo

I also worked them on 30m and 20m with a QRP K2 into a Cobra Ultralite antenna. ( www.k1jek.com ). The bands were not in great shape either. There was a "stuck paddle" on 7002.0 all night last night. John W2XS K1DWZ wrote: > > The Elecraft Mojo continues. I worked Ducie Isl

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 antenna help

terpoise wires spread out in the other direction on the floor. 72, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/KX1-antenna-help-tp15308865p15336333.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft maili

RE: [Elecraft] KAT3 - Antenna tuned or not?

ort as possible between the rig and the balun because of the high SWR on that line. Most of the time I use a male-to-male BNC adaptor between the rig's output BNC and the balun. 72, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015 and S/N 925) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2, KSB2, K160RX, KIO2, KBT2, KNB2

RE: [Elecraft] New K3 SN#207 built but question on AM Filter

have heard some SW stations that must be using a wider bandwidth than 10kHz, based on how nice they sound on an old Hallicrafters radio - the kind with just the IF transformers for selectivity. Radio China International comes to mind). 73, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.

RE: [Elecraft] New K3 SN#207 built but question on AM Filter

surprising limitation (IMHO). 72, John W2XS -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/New-K3-SN-207-built-but-question-on-AM-Filter-tp14780362p14804472.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] BL1 vs. BL2 Balun

Question: Aside from the switch to change from a 1:1 to 4:1, what are the differences between the BL1 and BL2? I've never seen either, however it appears to me that the BL2 has two binocular cores, and the BL1 has a single core. Is this so? Answer - The BL2 is rated at 250W. The BL1 was rated

Re: [Elecraft] K2 and wire antenna

it there). The balun has always stayed in the 4 to 1 position. I try to keep the piece of coax from the balun to the rig as short as possible, and sometimes use the male-to-male BNC adaptor that Elecraft sells. 72, John W2XS K2, KX1, and K3 (due in April) -- View this message in context: http

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Filter advice...

"noisy" transmitted signal. Time will tell if my assumptions are valid, but I was happy with the choices when I ordered. 73, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015 and S/N 925) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2, KSB2, K160RX, KIO2, KBT2, KNB2, KAF2, FDIMP K3/100 (S/N TBD) w/KAT3, KBPF3, KUSB, K

[Elecraft] K3 Ordered - Now to make room

for the pictures. I am usually very reasonable. 72, John W2XS KX1 (S/N 015 and S/N 925) w/KXPD1, KXAT1, KXB30 K2 (S/N 1116) w/KAT2, KSB2, K160RX, KIO2, KBT2, KNB2, KAF2, FDIMP T4X (S/N 6) K3/100 (S/N TBD) w/KAT3, KBPF3, KUSB, KFL3A-200, 500, 2.7K, 6K HexKey (S/N 113 ) DL1, BL1, BL2, N-gen