Re: [Elecraft] 25A power supply question

2013-11-08 Thread Mel Farrer
Check this site out.  I have purchased several for 100 W+ applications with no RFI and they run cool. http://www.lightobject.com/DC-12V-29A-Switching-Power-Supply-Good-for-CNC-stepping-motor-and-Ham-Radio-P442.aspx Mel, K6KBE On Friday, November 8, 2013 11:23 AM, Mike Dodd wrote: Hello

Re: [Elecraft] Thanks again to Elecraft

2013-11-04 Thread Mel Farrer
Be thankful that Elecraft has not gone to the salt and pepper size.  I can handle 0805, but that is it, period.  Eyes and microscope don't help these old eyes beyond that level.  Thanks Elecraft. Mel, K6KBE On Monday, November 4, 2013 2:01 PM, Harry Stone wrote: Those little

Re: [Elecraft] KX3-2M Pacificon demo notes

2013-10-13 Thread Mel Farrer
Great feedback Wayne.  I think what you did was provide the hams eye candy. Good job. Mel, K6KBE On Sunday, October 13, 2013 10:05 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: To those who stopped by to "kick the tires" on the KX3 with 2 meters -- Thanks for all the positive comments and s

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna suggestions, resent

2013-09-29 Thread Mel Farrer
Hello, The way I model the ugly stuff is too use the end range of the ground type and see the effect.  Depending on the antenna model, AGL etc.  The difference can be minor or major.  But I use that to see if I am going to have a problem. Mel, K6KBE From

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Feature Request - Transmit sampling

2013-09-24 Thread Mel Farrer
  What a wonderful thought hint hint. Mel, K6KBE From: Gary Gregory To: Sam Morgan Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2013 8:06 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3 Feature Request - Transmit sampling Sam, I still beli

[Elecraft] KX3 display question

2013-09-11 Thread Mel
I am not sure when I noticed it, but while the manual indicates that the display can show power output and SWR, it does so only on tune. During Tx it shows CMP and ALC. Is there a toggle to see Tx power and SWR when transmitting? I could not find anything in the manual. Thanks. Mel, K6KBE

Re: [Elecraft] Slightly Off-Topic: Roving update of default repeater station

2013-09-10 Thread Mel Farrer
Thanks Mark.  I knew of the APRS system, just thought a simple method would do the trick without added equipment. Mel. K6KBE From: "rv6am...@yahoo.com" To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net Reflector" Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Re: [Elecraft] Slightly Off-Topic: Roving update of default repeater station

2013-09-10 Thread Mel Farrer
t; take me progressively into northern CA, OR, and WA.  The channels "down" take me to southern CA.  Then it is a simple task to merely click up or down accordingly.  Very limited hunting.  Cheers, Mel. K6KBE From: Phil Hystad To: "elecraft@mailman.

[Elecraft] KX3 portable clipboard light

2013-09-09 Thread Mel Farrer
plate to make the attachment.  Simple tools. Mel, K6KBE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 112, Issue 30

2013-08-19 Thread Mel Farrer
I think, darn I hate that, that the correct answer is a dual band module for the KX3.  It is already the size of a HT, come on.   I would give up the higher power for a good 1-2 watt 2/440 transverter and IT would be GREAT. Mel, K6KBE From: "w0...@ao

Re: [Elecraft] OT. Crystal Sets

2013-07-25 Thread Mel Farrer
was covered nicely BUT also introduction into RADIO with the crystal set.  It was with that darn first set that did not work that threw me into WHY.  The rest is history.  Funny how we all started.  The second one worked when a AM station came to town, hi. Mel, K6KBE

Re: [Elecraft] Off Topic -- Yagi Antenna SWR measurement ?

2013-07-12 Thread Mel Farrer
I used a 12 foot tall four leg scissor ladder.  Close but no cigars.  The lower bands will probably show the higher SWR, and a lower shift in freq response.  As long as the pass band is close it will probably be OK. Mel, K6KBE From: WM3M To: mcduf

Re: [Elecraft] OT - anyone have experience with effects of metal roofs on antenna performace?

2013-07-04 Thread Mel Farrer
ground plane.  Worked great. Mel, K6KBE From: Jim Bennett To: Paul Taenzer Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, July 4, 2013 10:31 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT - anyone have experience with effects of metal roofs on antenna performace? Paul, Our

Re: [Elecraft] OT- Radials for Vertical Antenna

2013-07-02 Thread Mel Farrer
Yes, on tuning the radials on none mounted verticals.  Look at the design information on any VHF ground plane 1/4 wave vertical.  Mel, K6KBE From: Matt Zilmer To: Terry Schieler Cc: 'Randy Cook' ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, July

Re: [Elecraft] OT- Radials for Vertical Antenna

2013-07-01 Thread Mel Farrer
Consider the OCF vertical dipole. Mel From: Ron D'Eau Claire To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 1, 2013 2:24 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT- Radials for Vertical Antenna All of the "no radial verticals" that I've seen

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Amp

2013-07-01 Thread Mel Farrer
, you lose.  I personally pick my battles carefully and watch my allotted budget,   I win.  Mel, K6KBE From: Ariel Jacala To: elecraft reflector Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Sunday, June 30, 2013 3:43 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Amp

[Elecraft] FW: Mel Farrer

2013-06-19 Thread Mel Farrer
fyym http://p.grv.gr/urodng/sny/tmfh/vhjoa.htm Mel Farrer ibw __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted

Re: [Elecraft] QRP

2013-06-18 Thread Mel Farrer
Take a look at the RMI KLA300Plus.  It has full individual band filters and is sold here in the US.  I use it with my FT817 mobile. Mel, K6KBE From: Fred Jensen To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 2:51 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] QRP

Re: [Elecraft] CAIG DEOXIT or Servisol Super 10

2013-06-17 Thread Mel Farrer
It was standard practice at AT&T to clean and coat the large 2 VDC battery terminals with petroleum jelly.  I still use it especially on the standby generator and automotive batteries. Mel, K6KBE From: Richard Fjeld To: d...@w3fpr.com; makid...@gmail

Re: [Elecraft] External Speakers for K3

2013-04-22 Thread Mel Farrer
I would prefer them to offer a pre-punched cover toe the P3!!! Mel, K6KBE From: Ian Reeve To: bill steffey NY9H ; "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 12:21 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] External Speakers for K3 I agree to

Re: [Elecraft] Felt washer source?

2013-04-14 Thread Mel Farrer
I did the same thing, but used a leather punch to make the shaft hole, easy. Mel, K6KBE From: david Moes To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, April 14, 2013 3:40 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Felt washer source? I needed one some time ago for a

Re: [Elecraft] Will a casual SSB operator enjoy the K3?

2013-04-04 Thread Mel Farrer
Amen.  Simply stated, a design like this only comes along once in a great while.  No disrespect to the KX3.  Mel. K6KBE From: Brian - K1NW To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, April 4, 2013 4:04 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Will a casual SSB

Re: [Elecraft] Footswitch to use with a Boom Microphone

2013-03-20 Thread Mel Farrer
I made mine using a hinge with a metal plate and a simple limit switch and mounted it on a aluminum plate.  Looks like a foot throttle petal in a car.  Oh well, Mel, K6KBE From: Jim Hoge To: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 10:34 AM

Re: [Elecraft] OT: DX Engineering fiberglass pole

2013-02-17 Thread Mel Farrer
I purchased the Max Gain System up to 33 feet self supporting and also very strong and heavy but also quite ridgid.  http://www.mgs4u.com/index.html   For what it is worth.   Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 2/17/13, Ken G Kopp wrote: From: Ken G Kopp Subject: [Elecraft] OT: DX Engineering fiberglass

Re: [Elecraft] 2-meter solid-state linear amplifiers with K3 2-meter option

2013-01-20 Thread Mel Farrer
MHz for industrial use in the 100 to 500 watt class.  If you decide to build your own, look up Freescale the gain these devices have is incredible.  They have a wealth of application information and evaluation PCB's available.  FWIW.  Cheers,   Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 1/20/13, Tom H Chi

Re: [Elecraft] Broadcast band interference

2013-01-08 Thread Mel Farrer
decide on what remedies are possible.  Just some thoughts,   Mel, K6KBE --- On Tue, 1/8/13, Tom H Childers wrote: From: Tom H Childers Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Broadcast band interference To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Tuesday, January 8, 2013, 12:10 PM Check the addresses of your local AM

Re: [Elecraft] Why did I purchase this antenna for the KX3?

2012-11-29 Thread Mel Farrer
Didn't I see an allband DC to Daylight portable antenna for sale in the 60-70's.  It did infact radiate, but oh my the eff numbers were that of a dummy load.  You can't fool mother nature and physics.   Mel --- On Thu, 11/29/12, David Gilbert wrote: From: David Gilbe

Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3

2012-11-01 Thread Mel Farrer
Check out my video on UTUBE, California Hammin'  The first few minutes shows the MB-3K Audio Tech mike with the boom mount.  Very directional and great fidelity, works very well with the K3. Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 11/1/12, Gary Smith wrote: From: Gary Smith Subject: Re: [Elecraft] DES

Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3

2012-11-01 Thread Mel Farrer
I like the Audio Technica also but the MB-3K model.    Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 11/1/12, Dick Lindzen wrote: From: Dick Lindzen Subject: Re: [Elecraft] DESK TOP MICROPHONE FOR K3 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Thursday, November 1, 2012, 12:01 PM Go with the Audio Technica ATR-1300

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and sticking amp T/R relay

2012-10-28 Thread Mel Farrer
heers,   Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 10/28/12, Gary Smith wrote: From: Gary Smith Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 and sticking amp T/R relay To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Sunday, October 28, 2012, 3:11 PM It's an old Alpha of the 77DX/SX clan. Unfortunately there's nobody I know of a

Re: [Elecraft] Capicator Size for filtering across battery power

2012-10-08 Thread Mel Farrer
topic as there was more behind a simple question than I realized. Thanks Don ~73 Don KD8NNU -Original Message- From: Mel Farrer Sent: Monday, October 08, 2012 5:24 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net ; j...@audiosystemsgroup.com Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Capicator Size for filtering across b

Re: [Elecraft] Capicator Size for filtering across battery power

2012-10-08 Thread Mel Farrer
to the rig.  It does the best of trying to cancel out the IR losses on voice pikes and does a great job.  This is the one used by the car monster audio amps.  Cost is around $50 direct and less on eBay.   Mel, K6KBE --- On Mon, 10/8/12, Jim Brown wrote: From: Jim Brown Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Operating from a hotel

2012-09-13 Thread Mel Farrer
wire but with a 2 oz lead weight.  I always brought along a 25 foot jumper cable #18 to grab the nearest ground, cold water pipe etc.  Worked a lot of stations on 40 and 80.   Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 9/13/12, richardjwilt...@aol.com wrote: From: richardjwilt...@aol.com Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Ground Rods

2012-09-10 Thread Mel Farrer
grounds are with copper strap from a common point in the basement to the operating position.  Up 10 feet.  All else is locally grounded with rods as necessary.   I only point this out for those who are building a new home.  THINK RADIO.   Cheers,   Mel K6KBE --- On Mon, 9/10/12, VE3GNO Daniel

Re: [Elecraft] Antenna static charge precautions - any tips?

2012-09-09 Thread Mel Farrer
individual  antennas.  But I include a short across the ladder line leads and a earth ground when that antenna is not is use.  That way when I switch in a new antenna, it is dead earth potential.  Just a thought.    Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 9/9/12, Vic K2VCO wrote: From: Vic K2VCO Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] Possible power supply option for the KX3

2012-06-20 Thread Mel Farrer
QRP station until the KX3 arrives, hi.     Mel, K6KBE --- On Wed, 6/20/12, Val wrote: From: Val Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Possible power supply option for the KX3 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 1:39 PM Phil, I modified a 300W ATX PS from my junk box 5 years ago

Re: [Elecraft] Possible power supply option for the KX3

2012-06-19 Thread Mel Farrer
p and used it every day.  Look up LightObject.com.  They are in Elk Grove, CA and have a warehouse.  Tell them I sent you, no rewards or connections to me, just good service and they speak English, hi.   Mel  K6KBE --- On Tue, 6/19/12, Phil Hystad wrote: From: Phil Hystad Subject: Re: [Ele

[Elecraft] hello

2012-06-03 Thread Mel Farrer
wow this is crazy you should give it a look http://www.finance15dynews.net/biz/?read=0366337 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@ma

Re: [Elecraft] Power Supplies

2012-05-10 Thread Mel Farrer
If you are looking for a throw away 12 - 13.5 VDC 29 A switching power supply check out Lightobject.com in Elk Grove CA,  Only $45.  I bought a couple, they are RFI quiet and while no meters, it does have a fan, hi.  Works my 857, FB. Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 5/10/12, Jim Lowman wrote: From

Re: [Elecraft] SMT and the K3 - Nerves

2012-04-19 Thread Mel Farrer
bits worth.  Buy the way the right tips are far less expensive than a damaged PCB. Mel, K6KBE Mel --- On Thu, 4/19/12, Alan Bloom wrote: From: Alan Bloom Subject: Re: [Elecraft] SMT and the K3 - Nerves To: "Ron D'Eau Claire" Cc: "'Elecraft Discussion List'&qu

Re: [Elecraft] SSB QRP

2012-04-17 Thread Mel Farrer
e are you.?"  That was the begining of many SSB QSO on 2 Meters.  Here is the rest of the story, the other ham whose name I have forgotten was doing the same thing in Palo Alto, CA across the bay.  Now that is QRP.  Dummy load to Dummy load, hi.   QRO is when you need it, now QRP is for FUN.

Re: [Elecraft] footswitch and amp

2012-02-05 Thread Mel Farrer
I did it a little different but got the same results, i think.  My footswitch is a single microswitch which keys the amp and a relay. The closure of the relay keys the K3.  When I let go of the foot They let go together. Sequence. Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 2/5/12, Bill K9YEQ wrote: From: Bill

Re: [Elecraft] ladderline and balun question

2012-01-11 Thread Mel Farrer
size and type, Al, Cu etc. The impedance of the ladder line and type, window or open line and actual length Last are there any obstructions near by.  Some of this info has been said, but I would like a clean slat to start with. Glad to help, Mel, K6KBE --- On Wed, 1/11/12, WILLIS COOKE wrote

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Power supply rating

2011-12-28 Thread Mel Farrer
A friend had to pack his K3 for overseas shipment and went to a luggage maker and had them burn a semi ridged foam insert for his shipping container.  This puts equal pressure on all surfaces.  It arrived intact. Anything less is a gamble. Mel --- On Wed, 12/28/11, WILLIS COOKE wrote: From

Re: [Elecraft] Merry Christmas!

2011-12-25 Thread Mel Farrer
Ho Ho Ho, Santa brought me a P3.  Merry Christmas and Seasons Blessings to one and all from our family to yours, Mel, K6KBE, & Louise KB6RDS From: Shane Justice To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, December 25, 2011 9:31 AM Subject: [Elecraft] M

Re: [Elecraft] OT- Coax for ground wire?

2011-10-21 Thread Mel Farrer
And that my friends is why the broadcast stations have extended amounts of "sheet" copper tying everything to ground that should be.  IMHO. Mel, K6KBE From: Ron D'Eau Claire To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, October 21, 2011 4:07

Re: [Elecraft] Now General RF Issue WAS 160m loop experiment a big failure

2011-10-21 Thread Mel Farrer
Take a antenna analyzer and put it at the end of the coax.  Regardless of the reading, run your hand up and down the outside of the coax.  If the shield is open or bad, the readings will go all over the place.  Mel From: Ian White GM3SEK To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Re (Elecraft ) 160 m loop a big failure

2011-10-16 Thread Mel Farrer
Don, You might also consider making it a three sided loop with the apex away from the house to a friendly tree.  Several hams are doing it that way and the patterns are not the same as a square loop, but the match and multiband operation is equal,  a thought. Mel, K6KBE

Re: [Elecraft] Old Gear was Re: KPA500

2011-09-05 Thread Mel Farrer
companions the  HRO 50 and a NC183 with, of course, appropriate full range speakers.  Now, there is where the smooth AM sounds are found.  Cherish them, they are what dreams are made of... Never outdate and discard the past memories. Mel, K6KBE From

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Pruufreeder needed

2011-08-15 Thread Mel Farrer
Reminds me of the first English translation ham manuals of the 1960+.  The words were there in English, but had little in common to the subject, hi. Mel, K6KBE From: Dennis Moore To: Cc: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 3:57 PM Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] RIBBON MICROPHONE

2011-08-14 Thread Mel Farrer
6 KHz filter and the equalizer section turns the audio into a pleasant performer.  I do use a puff filter in front to get rid of the "breathiness" issue.  To each his own.  IMHO, Cheers, Mel, K6KBE From: Fred Jensen To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Su

Re: [Elecraft] Tech Writing

2011-06-29 Thread Mel Farrer
he antenna together successfully, we shipped it. Know thy user. Mel, K6KBE From: Jack Chomley To: "Joe Subich, W4TV" Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wed, June 29, 2011 2:49:30 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Tech Writing Just like the user manu

Re: [Elecraft] Tech Writing

2011-06-29 Thread Mel Farrer
One of the greatest finds I made, years ago, was come across engineering books written prior to WWII. They don't assume "anything" and while it takes longer to get through a point, once there, education has been accomplished. Mel, K6KBE Fr

Re: [Elecraft] Tech Writing

2011-06-29 Thread Mel Farrer
You just described the level of education, ability to read and write of the average HS graduate the schools are putting out. Pitiful isn't it? Mel, K6KBE From: "Joe Subich, W4TV" To: Mel Farrer Cc: j...@audiosystemsgroup.com; elecraft@mailm

Re: [Elecraft] Tech Writing

2011-06-29 Thread Mel Farrer
I agree with one other element, the story must be at the level of the intended reader. Mel, K6KBE From: Jim Brown To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wed, June 29, 2011 11:09:15 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Tech Writing On 6/29/2011 8:23 AM, Ron D'Eau C

Re: [Elecraft] Does the KPA500 put out 500 watts in all modes?

2011-06-19 Thread Mel Farrer
But not 67 hours on and 33 hours off. Need to be specific on "on time in seconds or minutes". IMHO Mel K6KBE From: Lyle Johnson Cc: Elecraft List Sent: Sun, June 19, 2011 3:28:08 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Does the KPA500 put out 500 watts in

Re: [Elecraft] Still lacking

2011-05-30 Thread Mel Farrer
Not only the referenced uses, I have a boat and it would be a real treat to have one on it. Right now, I have the FT-817 and while it does a really good job, these old fingers have trouble with the "small" controls. Mel, K6KBE From: AA1QG To

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - How much supply voltage is too much?

2011-05-10 Thread Mel Farrer
voltage and will lower it accordingly. Measure the voltage without a load. It should reduce your voltage by about 1.5 VDC. Making it 13.5.. Give it a try before just adding diodes. It has worked for me on two surplus supplies. Good luck. Mel, K6KBE

Re: [Elecraft] Lightning season is on the way in New Mexico.

2011-03-28 Thread Mel Farrer
static electricity was arcing across the end of the connector. I piece of gum wrapper across the end stopped the arcing and I continued to Ft. Gordon at ease. Mel, K6KBE From: FredJensen To: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Mon, March 28, 2011 4:39:36 PM Subject

Re: [Elecraft] K3 & S9 43' Vertical

2011-03-23 Thread Mel Farrer
Well said Guy, I have always used two approaches to verticals. Either FCC equivalent radials or above ground radials. Nothing else works "well". 'Nuf said. Mel, K6KBE From: Guy Olinger K2AV To: Tony Estep Cc: Elecraft Reflector Sent

Re: [Elecraft] Mic

2011-03-03 Thread Mel Farrer
I prefer the Audio Technica MB-3k myself.  I use it on SSB and AM with good reports.  I use a foot switch to keep my hands free to type or write notes.  Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 3/3/11, Phil LaMarche wrote: From: Phil LaMarche Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Mic To: "'Martin&#x

Re: [Elecraft] Radio Packing for Shipping

2011-02-27 Thread Mel Farrer
oam packed.  Yes, I insured it and yes I got reimbursed, but that is not the point.  Follow Jim's instructions, don't skimp.  Do it right and you will not be disappointed. Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 2/27/11, Robert Harmon wrote: From: Robert Harmon Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Radio Packing for

Re: [Elecraft] 120 vs 240

2011-01-25 Thread Mel Farrer
Well, I agree that 120 VAC circuits can handle the 500 watt out or 1200 watt input, I prefer to make sure that there is more than one 20 circuit available. I typically will run a separate circuit for what I consider High loads and another for everything else. Mel, K6KBE

Re: [Elecraft] OT - SMT breadboarding

2011-01-06 Thread Mel Farrer
the electronic hobby catalogs list them. I usually buy an assortment to have them on hand. Mel, K6KBE From: Brian Alsop To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thu, January 6, 2011 10:32:09 AM Subject: [Elecraft] OT - SMT breadboarding Just how does one

Re: [Elecraft] K2: Is there an ideal power supply voltage?

2010-12-31 Thread Mel Farrer
Since the regulator is a low drop out, the ideal voltage would be about a volt over the minimum input for the regulator. That keeps the dissipation at the lowest level inside the radio. Of course the Tx is another issue. Mel, K6KBE From: Fred Jensen To

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] KREF3 External Reference Option

2010-12-24 Thread Mel Farrer
Love the thought of the ext 10 Mhz input. As I don't do portable with the K3, and I have the GPS 10 MHz available, why not??? Thanks Wayne. Merry Christmas. Mel, K6KBE From: Igor Kosvin To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Fri, December 24, 2010 2:30:

Re: [Elecraft] Inverted-L (was OT: Vertical antenna)

2010-12-20 Thread Mel Farrer
or a ground plane vertical with three or four resonant radials works fine and any elevation. Just a point of thought. Mel, K6KBE From: Steve Ellington To: Guy Olinger K2AV ; Vic K2VCO Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Mon, December 20, 2010 3:44:28 PM

Re: [Elecraft] stealth antt.

2010-12-20 Thread Mel Farrer
group does with low power and simple antennas. Mel, K6KBE From: JAMES ROGERS To: tony rowland Cc: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Mon, December 20, 2010 8:16:46 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] stealth antt. Tony, The Elecraft antenna tuners do a really fine job for

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ESD

2010-12-18 Thread Mel Farrer
. You can poke the leaded parts vertical through the material. Mel, From: ve7ymm To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sat, December 18, 2010 1:20:54 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 ESD I used a static strap and mat when building my K1 & K2. I left

Re: [Elecraft] Searching archives/audio amplifier

2010-12-18 Thread Mel Farrer
I would check the voltage in the AF chain and amp and look at the output waveform with a scope. Fix it rather than bandage it. Mel From: Dave Hachadorian To: Elecraft Reflector Sent: Sat, December 18, 2010 10:40:48 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Searching

Re: [Elecraft] K3 for AM broadcast?

2010-12-12 Thread Mel Farrer
With so much information and products out there for OUR PART 15 products and all of the stuff offered on eBay for low power AM and FM, WHY would you want to modify a wonderful and dedicated amateur radio? Be Real. Mel From: R. Kevin Stover

Re: [Elecraft] Parting shot

2010-12-09 Thread Mel Farrer
FWIW, the user manual is fine. What you are describing, is a service manual. Mel, From: eric manning To: Jim Garland <4cx2...@muohio.edu> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; "Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft" Sent: Thu, December 9, 2010 7:

Re: [Elecraft] EV microphones OT??

2010-11-16 Thread Mel Farrer
I have used the EV 630 on several rigs. Mostly AM. It does do a good job on SSB with the K3, but needs tailoring/equalizing as mentioned. It also is a relatively flat response mike. Have fun. Mel, K6KBE From: Jim Brown To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent

Re: [Elecraft] soldering station

2010-11-14 Thread Mel Farrer
Well, my favorite is the METCAL PS2E-01. Takes all tip configurations and temp ranges. An older unit, but has never failed in over 15 years. Price used is $130 up but worth every penny. Check them out on the web. Mel, K6KBE From: Ron D'Eau Clair

Re: [Elecraft] OT aluminum oxide

2010-10-19 Thread Mel Farrer
Also know as Penetrox A at your local electrical supply house. Mel From: WILLIS COOKE To: James Sarte ; 2Cents <2ce...@charter.net> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tue, October 19, 2010 1:42:41 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT aluminum oxide What is

Re: [Elecraft] OT: fixing antennas

2010-09-16 Thread Mel Farrer
No longer available, copyright issue. --- On Thu, 9/16/10, DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL wrote: From: DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL Subject: [Elecraft] OT: fixing antennas To: "Elecraft Reflector" Date: Thursday, September 16, 2010, 2:31 PM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXuzrIN_x2M _

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB net announcement

2010-09-11 Thread Mel Farrer
Phil, How about giving us a little help on what is required, Preamble, a roster of sorts, how long the net is,  etc.  It might prompt someone to pitch in. Mel, K6KBE --- On Sat, 9/11/10, Phil Shepard wrote: From: Phil Shepard Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB net announcement To: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] to those in Pounce Mode...

2010-09-10 Thread Mel Farrer
You are in good company with Elecraft owners. Mel --- On Fri, 9/10/10, Edward Dickinson, III wrote: From: Edward Dickinson, III Subject: [Elecraft] to those in Pounce Mode... To: "Elecraft Reflector" Date: Friday, September 10, 2010, 3:07 PM In addition to 'DXers, Contesters,

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft - Ethic, Esthetic and Experience

2010-09-10 Thread Mel Farrer
3  who was kind enough to let me borrow it, then for me to order one.  While I like the "frills" or so of what the others offer, the wonderful fullness of the audio, ease of operation and choice of BWs of the K3 makes the other radios blush.  Keep it up Eric and Gang.  Love the K3. Mel

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500

2010-09-10 Thread Mel Farrer
Not true, Look at the new offering from RMItaly DLA-1000, matched pair of MRF157, $4k ouch. Mel --- On Fri, 9/10/10, Tony Fegan VE3QF wrote: From: Tony Fegan VE3QF Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 To: Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Friday, September 10, 2010, 12:22 PM Joe, Why not stack

Re: [Elecraft] K3 inline fuse

2010-08-12 Thread Mel Farrer
will protect you adequately.  When the K3 comes alive, you can increase the current limit to operating conditions.  I hope this helps. Mel --- On Thu, 8/12/10, ab2tc wrote: From: ab2tc Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 inline fuse To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Thursday, August 12, 2010, 3:13 PM

Re: [Elecraft] Amplifier

2010-08-11 Thread Mel Farrer
The FCC loves to question the logical and pass others.  I have applied for and gotten more than a few experimental licenses that let me do things the FCC would otherwise reject Go figure. Mel --- On Wed, 8/11/10, Brett Howard wrote: From: Brett Howard Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Amplifier

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Power supply

2010-08-09 Thread Mel Farrer
I second this approach. Mel --- On Mon, 8/9/10, N6JW wrote: From: N6JW Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Power supply To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Monday, August 9, 2010, 3:50 PM I find it hard to see much value in Elecraft simply reproducing a standard PS (like the Astron or Samlex

Re: [Elecraft] Power Supply

2010-08-08 Thread Mel Farrer
OK, IMHO,  I don't think a non ham device needs to be on the operating position.  I use a linear ASTRON with remote sensing of the voltage at the radio and a 5 Farad cap under the shelf and then the problem is solved.  Good clean DC and no noise in the shack. Mel. K6KBE --- On Sun, 8

Re: [Elecraft] Reduced-height bail

2010-07-06 Thread Mel Farrer
I like it the way it is, sorta.  I like the KISS approach.  I put 1/4" coaster pads on the front feet only and got the optimum position for me.  Thanks Wayne. Mel --- On Tue, 7/6/10, Wayne Burdick wrote: From: Wayne Burdick Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Reduced-height bail To: "Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Clock Accuracy

2010-06-25 Thread Mel Farrer
Remember what the old wise man said, " Man with a watch, knows what time it is, man with two watches is never sure." Mel 'Nuf said --- On Fri, 6/25/10, Rick Dettinger wrote: From: Rick Dettinger Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Clock Accuracy To: "David Ferrington, M0XDF" C

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 portable antenna

2010-06-19 Thread Mel Farrer
steam radiator, other times the, pardon the reference, phone line, hi. In any case, it allowed me to keep comm with a lot of the local hams and made traveling for business more of a pleasure in the off hours.  Keep up the effort on comm where possible. Mel. K6KBE --- On Sat, 6/19/10, Eric

Re: [Elecraft] Clock

2010-06-17 Thread Mel Farrer
Same problem here and a replacement crystal did nothing to correct the problem. Mel, K6KBE --- On Thu, 6/17/10, John wrote: From: John Subject: [Elecraft] Clock To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 12:07 PM With all the functions admirably performed by my K3 why is the

Re: [Elecraft] FW: RE: Antistatic work mat

2010-06-02 Thread Mel Farrer
Hi, Please, see http://www.apogeekits.com/wrist_strap_tester.htm.  It can test both your wrist strap, which you should use and the mat.  I personally use a workbench with a conductive surface, no mat, and test the bench and wrist strap EVERY time I work on sensitive parts.  IMHO Mel, K6KBE

Re: [Elecraft] W2IHY 8 band equalizer and EQ Plus

2010-04-26 Thread Mel Farrer
Yes, and watch the ALC level while you are doing it.  I found that you can increase the compression and not trip the 5-7 bars of ALC, but it will sound terrible.  Stay below 10 dB of compression and under 5 bars of ALC for the smoothest sound and lack of splatter.  FWIW. Mel, K6KBE --- On Mon

Re: [Elecraft] K3/10 help !?

2010-04-24 Thread Mel Farrer
I can; and wisdom to know the difference." This is, of course taken out of context, but still a very valuable lesson for engineers and hams alike.  Cheers, Mel, K6KBE --- On Sat, 4/24/10, WILLIS COOKE wrote: From: WILLIS COOKE Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3/10

Re: [Elecraft] attenuator in amp was Re: K3 and Expert 1K-FA

2010-04-21 Thread Mel Farrer
I agree with Doug but from another prospective.  Look at the energy budget for portable work.  Less total "consumed" power is good. Mel, K6KBE --- On Wed, 4/21/10, Doug Turnbull wrote: From: Doug Turnbull Subject: Re: [Elecraft] attenuator in amp was Re: K3 and Expert 1K-FA To: &q

Re: [Elecraft] External Power Supply for the KPA-500

2010-04-20 Thread Mel Farrer
I agree, I don't mind an under the counter supply. Mel, K6KBE --- On Tue, 4/20/10, ANTNEE N3ANT wrote: From: ANTNEE N3ANT Subject: [Elecraft] External Power Supply for the KPA-500 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2010, 7:15 AM Hello All, Just a thoughtbut how

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Grounding Antenna when not in use

2010-03-19 Thread Mel Farrer
antenna is grounded. Mel, K6KBE --- On Fri, 3/19/10, Stephen W. Kercel wrote: From: Stephen W. Kercel Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Grounding Antenna when not in use To: "Charles Teeter" Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Friday, March 19, 2010, 3:19 PM A ground bus from The Wirem

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Transformer oil in DL's

2010-03-02 Thread Mel Farrer
K6KBE Take a look at this site.  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1568545/ PCBs were is use well into the late 70's. Mel, --- On Tue, 3/2/10, Alan Bloom wrote: From: Alan Bloom Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: Transformer oil in DL's To: "Ken Kopp" Cc: elecraft@

Re: [Elecraft] philosophical discussion

2009-12-28 Thread Mel Farrer
How about rugged.  My buddy has a K2 on his ATV in a plastic bag on the saddle pouch.  Gets a lot of banging around and keeps on ticking, hi. Mel --- On Mon, 12/28/09, Don Wilhelm wrote: From: Don Wilhelm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] philosophical discussion To: "Rob Carter" Cc

Re: [Elecraft] antenna farm

2009-12-14 Thread Mel Farrer
e you want to "grow" your farm and on what bands that your budget can afford.  Good luck. Mel, K6KBE --- On Mon, 12/14/09, Clint wrote: From: Clint Subject: [Elecraft] antenna farm To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Monday, December 14, 2009, 10:17 AM Fellow Elecrafters, I hav

Re: [Elecraft] OT: wall wart for RX-only PS?

2009-12-06 Thread Mel Farrer
laptop supplies are about 15 VDC and VERY good on filtering and capacity.  I used two silicon diodes in series to drop the voltage to run my 817 on both RX and TX.  It was the size of a double deck of cards.  I got mine for $15.  Good luck. Mel, K6KBE --- On Sun, 12/6/09, Wes Stewart wrote

Re: [Elecraft] Touch lamps

2009-12-01 Thread Mel Farrer
can see me with a sheet over my head running around the back yard between the houses waving 8 foot tubes that were looking like Skywalker and his light sabers.  The neighbor kids didn't come to our house that night. Memories of times past, Mel, K6KBE --- On Tue, 12/1/09, Robert Fish

Re: [Elecraft] Toroid stripping/tinning

2009-11-11 Thread Mel Farrer
Sorry, I was following the thread using a old wood burning iron.  Those tips were pure screw on copper.  No plating.  You are right on any of the modern tip/irons. Mel --- On Wed, 11/11/09, Ken Kopp wrote: From: Ken Kopp Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Toroid stripping/tinning To: Cc: elecraft

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