RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
I've been reading about the ability of the K3 to have CW sent on the serial cable used for rig control. From memory this was possible on the K2 but most 3rd party logging/contest programs didn't support this. Is this the same as the K3, or is the set-up different this time so standard logging and contest programs will be able to utilise this ?? Hope this makes sense!! Any software that provides CW keying via a serial port can key the K3 with a standard serial cable connected between the PC and K3. In the K3 configuration menu, you select which of the RS232 signal lines is used for CW keying. 73, Ed - W0YK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've been reading about the ability of the K3 to have CW sent on the serial cable used for rig control. From memory this was possible on the K2 but most 3rd party logging/contest programs didn't support this. Is this the same as the K3, or is the set-up different this time so standard logging and contest programs will be able to utilise this ?? Hope this makes sense!! The K3 has a superset of the K2's command set. So anything the K2 can do, the K3 can do as well. There's no reason that contest logging programs could not have used the direct CW feature of the K2. This was probably just because the developers didn't see it as important -- there were only a small number of K2's compared to radios of other types, and there was already a way to key it, although not so elegant. However, if I am not mistaken, many, many contesters and DXpeditions will be using K3's, enough to make an impression on the developers. Especially when some of the developers themselves will have K3's! -- 73, Vic, K2VCO Fresno CA http://www.qsl.net/k2vco ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Thanks Ed and Vic for quick replies.. I was always surprised the function wasn't widely supported by contesting programs for the K2, as it had developed a good rep as a contest radio, but nice to hear that the K3 will work (as is) for cw keying, without logging programmers having to modify their software !! One less cable between the radio and PC is always good news, now if you could only assign FSK keying to the serial cable I could forget all about the 15 pin plug on the back of the K3.. Thanks again.. David, Vk2NU There's no reason that contest logging programs could not have used the direct CW feature of the K2. This was probably just because the developers didn't see it as important -- there were only a small number of K2's compared to radios of other types, and there was already a way to key it, although not so elegant. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Is TX frequency susceptible to RF on chassis?
Don Wilhelm wrote: I do not believe that RF on the chassis could easily cause a frequency I hope that's the case, although UHF RF can cause a small shift, and I assume the MHz birdies are less affected than the varactor controlled oscillators. I suggest that you first take a good look at your SSB FL1 filter for both LSB and USB. If you have the curently normal SSB filter width of I'll have another look at that. tracking. If you have an extremely 'bassy' voice, then you may want to Low on USB would suggest the opposite. If you are using the K2 frequency indication to 'net' on a given frequency, your dial calibration may be off a bit. To get it right, As the frequency appeared to be round, I may have been influenced by that as well as the correct sound. refer to the K2 Dial Calibration article on my website http://w3fpr.qrpradio.com for techniques to accurately set the 4 MHz reference oscillator and the following steps to achieve good dial calibration. Unfortunately, the sun doesn't seem to favour picking up WWV. The original calibration was against the MHz birdies on an FRG7, which was, I think, calibrated against WWV in the past. However I just tried on some 41m broadcast stations, and it looks like the calibration might be 30 to 40 Hz high on that band, which probably equates to 50 to 70 Hz, in the same sense, on 10m, so I may try a calibration against those broadcast stations. (Does anyone know a relatively accurate broadcast station, receivable in a noisy location in the UK, and near the high end of the VFO range?) -- David Woolley Emails are not formal business letters, whatever businesses may want. RFC1855 says there should be an address here, but, in a world of spam, that is no longer good advice, as archive address hiding may not work. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
One less cable between the radio and PC is always good news, now if you could only assign FSK keying to the serial cable I could forget all about the 15 pin plug on the back of the K3.. This is on the K3 firmware task list. Just a small matter of firmware, but there are other higher priority features Wayne is working on. 73, Ed - W0YK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Is TX frequency susceptible to RF on chassis?
Don Wilhelm wrote: the same sense, on 10m, so I may try a calibration against those Oops, I meant 20m. The same applies if I mentioned 10m in the original. -- David Woolley Emails are not formal business letters, whatever businesses may want. RFC1855 says there should be an address here, but, in a world of spam, that is no longer good advice, as archive address hiding may not work. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Wine Update Software
It's a fair point, Vic. But there are some very professional developers out there in Elecraft user land, who understand the meaning of the word testing. Harnessing their expertise to produce loaders for different platforms seems to me to be more practical than expecting Elecraft to do it all themselves. I'm glad I use Windows (and that isn't something I say very often! ) Mac and Linux users must be feeling a bit left out at this point. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/14/07, Vic K2VCO [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The first version of the download software, which was written by Wayne in order to get the field testers functional, used C# and .net. The current version, which you will get, was written by a software developer (not that Wayne isn't a good programmer!), and does not use .net. Although as far as I know only a Windows version exists today, I am sure that the portability issue is receiving attention. The software needs to load several modules (for example, the MCU and the DSP code, possibly DSP code for the second rx, etc.) so it's not all that simple. They certainly don't want owners calling them and saying I used xyz software to load my firmware and now the radio behaves like a brick. In that case, would it be fair for them to provide free support? Would the owner be happy if they asked him to pay for a fix? -- 73, Vic, K2VCO Fresno CA http://www.qsl.net/k2vco ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Wine Update Software
Well, 'luckily' ? I'm an IT professional and so I have to use Wintel too - to that end, I have my own XP laptop, but I prefer to use Mac and do so for logging and rig control etc. But will be able to load firmware via the Elecraft USB adaptor. Of course, all those with Mac manufactured in the last 18 months or so can run XP (or other software) though a virtual machine. And no, I can't program for a Mac I'm afraid. BTW Julian, rather depressed to hear the potential delivery date of your K3, means mine will be around the same time I guess. Shameless plug: 50th Anniversary of JOTA this coming weekend, I shall be QRV as GB4SBS as usual - SSB (since most scouts don't know CW) on most bands. On 15/10/07 09:32, Julian G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: Mac and Linux users must be feeling a bit left out at this point. -- Don't look forward to the day you stop suffering, because when it comes you'll know you're dead. -Tennessee Williams ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Wine Update Software
Julian G4ILO wrote: It's a fair point, Vic. But there are some very professional developers out there in Elecraft user land, who understand the meaning of the word testing. Harnessing their expertise to produce loaders for different platforms seems to me to be more practical than expecting Elecraft to do it all themselves. I'm glad I use Windows (and that isn't something I say very often! ) Mac and Linux users must be feeling a bit left out at this point. I don't see why Julian. VMware is free these days and having an XP VM is a breeze for the vast majority of Linux users. Personally I have both O/S's here and I have no problem at all with Elecraft having a windoze utility. Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC DX Cluster Member RSGB, GQRP K2 #4044 |K3 #? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Wine Update Software
VMWare may be free, but XP isn't. And expecting non Windows users to jump through technical hoops and buy a Microsoft OS just to run a firmware loader does not seem to me to be reasonable. I wonder how many Mac or Linux users out there have not ordered a K3 yet because of this issue? -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/15/07, Ian J Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't see why Julian. VMware is free these days and having an XP VM is a breeze for the vast majority of Linux users. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
At 10/15/2007 01:58 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi All, I've been reading about the ability of the K3 to have CW sent on the serial cable used for rig control. From memory this was possible on the K2 but most 3rd party logging/contest programs didn't support this. Is this the same as the K3, or is the set-up different this time so standard logging and contest programs will be able to utilise this ?? Hope this makes sense!! I was using this feature over the weekend to send CW using the serial cable line. I was using N1MM logger with my K3. Cheers David, Vk2NU ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Is TX frequency susceptible to RF on chassis?
David. Your situation as described in another email seems very similar to mine. I am operating a K2/10 with an indoor antenna, a closed loop approximately 20m in circumference with the feedpoint about 2m directly above the K2. The loop is fed via the KAT2, some 2.5m of RG-213 and an Elecraft BL-1 balun at the feed point. I have no RF ground, being in an upstairs bedroom. When connected to the power supply, the K2 is grounded through the electrical supply earth, but I have never noticed any difference when operating it from its internal battery, completely isolated. In over 6 years of operating, including frequency-sensitive digimodes, I have never noticed any frequency shift of the K2 TX frequency. I just attempted, by holding the FT-817 with whip antenna right next to my K2, to test for sensitivity to UHF, while monitoring a PSK31 station on 20m, and there was no perceptible change in frequency. Therefore I wonder if you should look elsewhere for the cause of the problem. Before investigating inside the K2, is your power supply immune to RF? Does the voltage change in the presence of RF? -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/14/07, David Woolley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I checked the transmit frequency relative to the receive one with a dummy load, at 10 watts, and there is no problem. It's possible that this is simply a combination of my voice and the filter settings, but it could also be that RF on the chassis is upsetting the BFO and/or reference oscillator control voltages. Is this a known issue? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Hi Dave - the only software that I found that directly supported this in the K2 was the MixW (http://www.mixw.net/) program. As I recall, it directly supported the KY (could have that nomenclature wrong) commands for keying. I did use it for a while and was able to put the right code into the function buttons in the program to have it work - and - it worked quite well! Nice to not have to deal with extra cables! I also recall that after a lot of inquiries into other software possibilities, most developers didn't want to support that command set as it presented lots of issues with internal program timing and interrupting sequences within various routines (I'm sure that I've misstated that and someone in the programming arena will correct me!) Maybe there will be some further development in this area. It would be nice! 73 es gud dxing -- Don N4HH SNIP I've been reading about the ability of the K3 to have CW sent on the serial cable used for rig control. From memory this was possible on the K2 but most 3rd party logging/contest programs didn't support this. Is this the same as the K3, or is the set-up different this time so standard logging and contest programs will be able to utilise this ?? Hope this makes sense!! Cheers David, Vk2NU SNIP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Ed - my understanding is that N1MM does NOT support the KY command set. I too use N1MM to key through the serial port but use a simple single transistor switch to do it. The KY command set would allow one to key WITHOUT any additional keying circuit. See page 309 of the N1MM Logger manual released on 7-10-2007 - under Supported Radios - Section 50.3 Elecraft for a reference. 73 -- Don N4HH -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed K1EP Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 5:42 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question SNIP I've been reading about the ability of the K3 to have CW sent on the serial cable used for rig control. From memory this was possible on the K2 but most 3rd party logging/contest programs didn't support this. SNIP I was using this feature over the weekend to send CW using the serial cable line. I was using N1MM logger with my K3. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Thanks Ed, I was actually only joking and I didn't think this would be possible -- excellent stuff Cheers David -Original Message- From: Ed Muns [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, 15 October 2007 5:17 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question One less cable between the radio and PC is always good news, now if you could only assign FSK keying to the serial cable I could forget all about the 15 pin plug on the back of the K3.. This is on the K3 firmware task list. Just a small matter of firmware, but there are other higher priority features Wayne is working on. 73, Ed - W0YK No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.14.11/1071 - Release Date: 15/10/2007 6:48 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.14.11/1071 - Release Date: 15/10/2007 6:48 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Is TX frequency susceptible to RF on chassis?
David, The same principles work fine for any known frequency, it is just that the subtraction of the BFO frequency from the VFO frequency is not as straightforward. An AM station broadcasting standard and constant tones (such as WWV) is easiest because one can observe the demodulated audio tones with Spectrogram assuring accurate tuning. If you have a good ear, you may be able to tune to a station broadcasting music to within 5 or 10 Hz. If you do use an AM broadcast station without standard tones as your standard, I would suggest that you tune it by ear in LSB or USB first, then switch to CW while observing the audio with Spectrogram - the carrier should appear 'straight and tall' at the frequency you have set in the K2 for the sidetone pitch - thus assuring accurate tuning of the station. Then go back to SSB mode to set C22 while doing the subtraction between the VFO and BFO frequencies. A note to help - any adjustment of C22 will move the VFO frequency reading about 5 times faster than the BFO reading, so do the adjustment with the counter probe plugged into TP1 and then check the result in TP2. A few trials should yield an accurate setting. 73, Don W3FPR David Woolley wrote: Don Wilhelm wrote: refer to the K2 Dial Calibration article on my website http://w3fpr.qrpradio.com for techniques to accurately set the 4 MHz reference oscillator and the following steps to achieve good dial calibration. Unfortunately, the sun doesn't seem to favour picking up WWV. The original calibration was against the MHz birdies on an FRG7, which was, I think, calibrated against WWV in the past. However I just tried on some 41m broadcast stations, and it looks like the calibration might be 30 to 40 Hz high on that band, which probably equates to 50 to 70 Hz, in the same sense, on 10m, so I may try a calibration against those broadcast stations. (Does anyone know a relatively accurate broadcast station, receivable in a noisy location in the UK, and near the high end of the VFO range?) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
I use MixW and I was not aware that it directly supported K2 KY keying. The macros do have support for direct entry of CAT commands, and you can use that facility to send raw KY commands to the K2. Perhaps that is what you meant. It would allow the facility to be used to send fixed text, just like keyer memories, but you cannot insert variables from the log like the other station's call or an incremented serial number, nor is it usable to send text typed in real time. Because you are limited by the K2 protocol to how many characters you can send at a time, and must poll the buffer until it is ready before you can send more, you can't use this method to send very long texts. On the other hand, perhaps they have added support in a recent update and I wasn't aware of it? -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/15/07, Don Nesbitt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Dave - the only software that I found that directly supported this in the K2 was the MixW (http://www.mixw.net/) program. As I recall, it directly supported the KY (could have that nomenclature wrong) commands for keying. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 15khz 2nd IF?
Just wondering if anyone can clue me in on the 15 KHz second IF frequency used on the K3. I was wondering why 15KHz, instead of 10, or 50 KHz? I know it gets harder to sample the higher you go, but what are the advantages of 15 KHz over audio frequencies, and is not 20 or 50 KHz possible? What about 10KHz? Just what drives the choice of 15 KHz? Brett N2DTS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 15khz 2nd IF?
-Original Message- From: Brett gazdzinski [EMAIL PROTECTED] Just what drives the choice of 15 KHz? Here's my semi-educated guess. Correct me if I'm wrong, folks!: The reason for the conversion to a low last-IF is to feed the DSP filter-decoder system. The lower you go, the better, because you get more samples per Hz of signal. (If you are sampling a 15 kHz signal 150,000 times per second, that's 10,000 samples per Hz, but if you were to sample a 150 kHz signal the same number of times per second you only get 1000 samples per Hz.) All else being equal, more samples per Hz is better, as is more bits per sample. But increasing either means more processor power is needed. You can't go much lower than 15 kHz without getting down into audio. Plus you also have roofing-filter issues at low IFs (if you tried to convert from the first IF to, say, 5 kHz, the oscillator is only 5 kHz from the filter passband, and the secondary image is only 10 kHz away.) Every design is a series of tradeoffs. 15 kHz is the optimum tradeoff for all these issues given the available parts and other design issues. --- You are probably familiar with receivers of the 1950-60s era which used a last IF in the 50 to 250 kHz range. From the Hallicrafters SX-88/S-76 to the Drake R4B and many in between, this was done because it allowed a reasonable number of practical LC circuits to provide the selectivity. Again, a tradeoff - lower IF was better for selectivity but made the secondary-image problem worse, while a higher IF meant more tuned circuits were needed. The introduction of practical high frequency xtal filters ended that design. 73 de Jim, N2EY Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail! - http://mail.aol.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Yes - thanks for jogging my memory Julian - it's been a long time since I tried it but you are absolutely correct - I could enter the KY commands in MixW with fixed messages and it worked fine - but - (ah, the proverbial but) was limited to canned messages. Never could figure out if there was a way to insert a variable within the text. 73 -- Don N4HH SNIP I use MixW and I was not aware that it directly supported K2 KY keying. The macros do have support for direct entry of CAT commands, and you can use that facility to send raw KY commands to the K2. Perhaps that is what you meant. It would allow the facility to be used to send fixed text, just like keyer memories, but you cannot insert variables from the log like the other station's call or an incremented serial number, nor is it usable to send text typed in real time. Because you are limited by the K2 protocol to how many characters you can send at a time, and must poll the buffer until it is ready before you can send more, you can't use this method to send very long texts. On the other hand, perhaps they have added support in a recent update and I wasn't aware of it? -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Thanks Ed, I was actually only joking and I didn't think this would be possible -- excellent stuff Almost anything is possible with Wayne as chief engineer and firmware at his disposal. Be careful what you ask for because you'll probably get it. 73, Ed - W0YK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
The K3 RS232 port is just that ... RS232. So, no level-shifting transistor (or keying transistor) is needed. Any software that sends CW via the serial port on the PC can key the K3 directly. That's the beauty of the K3 design ... well, one of hundreds of beautiful things about the K3. Via the configuration menu, either RTS or DTR can be chosen for CW keying, in addition to PTT. On that same serial port, the RxD and TxD lines are used for radio control. Just use a standard generic serial cable, nothing else. 73, Ed - W0YK Ed - my understanding is that N1MM does NOT support the KY command set. I too use N1MM to key through the serial port but use a simple single transistor switch to do it. The KY command set would allow one to key WITHOUT any additional keying circuit. See page 309 of the N1MM Logger manual released on 7-10-2007 - under Supported Radios - Section 50.3 Elecraft for a reference. 73 -- Don N4HH -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed K1EP Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 5:42 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question SNIP I've been reading about the ability of the K3 to have CW sent on the serial cable used for rig control. From memory this was possible on the K2 but most 3rd party logging/contest programs didn't support this. SNIP I was using this feature over the weekend to send CW using the serial cable line. I was using N1MM logger with my K3. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Can anyone explain the usage of the accessory connector described on owner's manual page 13? FP ACC This connector (RJ-45, 6 pins) is located on the bottom of the transceiver, near the VFO B knob. It is used with accessory devices. -- Chuck - AE4CW ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
There's no reason that contest logging programs could not have used the direct CW feature of the K2. This was probably just because the developers didn't see it as important -- there were only a small number of K2's compared to radios of other types, and there was already a way to key it, although not so elegant. However, if I am not mistaken, many, many contesters and DXpeditions will be using K3's, enough to make an impression on the developers. At least one developer of contest software has stated that he will not waste the effort to implement CW via the KY command since it is not generally supported. The KY command works only with the TS-2000, TS-870, TS-570, TS-480, SDR-1000, FLEX-5000, K2 and now K3. I know it's heresy here, but those radios collectively represent a very small portion of the user base for any contest logger. 73, ... Joe, W4TV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Announcement
- Original Message - From: Kevin Rock [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks Ron, QNI #4000! I never thought it would last this long. Until next week 73, Kevin. Wow, first time I checked into both the 20m and 40m net with my K2 @ 5 watts and I was # 4,000. I worked Kevin on 40m with a ground mounted Butternut HF9V with 120 radials. Elecraft Mojo!! 72 and Thanks, Ron Polityka WB3AAL www.wb3aal.com www.n3epa.org/ K1 - SN 01011 K2 - SN 01392 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Keyboard -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Catledge Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 10:52 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage? Can anyone explain the usage of the accessory connector described on owner's manual page 13? FP ACC This connector (RJ-45, 6 pins) is located on the bottom of the transceiver, near the VFO B knob. It is used with accessory devices. -- Chuck - AE4CW ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Some time ago, Wayne stated that this would allow an external keyboard to be connected so that you could operate data modes without a computer and without using a Morse key as the input device (and presumably also send Morse by typing.) So far, no indication has been given as to the sort of keyboard that can be used, other than a standard PC keyboard will not be compatible. So my guess is that it will be a to-be-announced Elecraft accessory. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/15/07, Chuck Catledge [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can anyone explain the usage of the accessory connector described on owner's manual page 13? FP ACC This connector (RJ-45, 6 pins) is located on the bottom of the transceiver, near the VFO B knob. It is used with accessory devices. -- Chuck - AE4CW ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Can anyone explain the usage of the accessory connector described on owner's manual page 13? FP ACC This connector (RJ-45, 6 pins) is located on the bottom of the transceiver, near the VFO B knob. It is used with accessory devices. For now it is used by the factory to access the hardware directly, e.g., programming the boot loader. There is no user access available at this time, but something interesting might be developed for it in the future. 73, Ed - W0YK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Hey, don't you think the suspence of waiting for my shipment is bad enough - without saying things like that hihi On 15/10/07 16:11, Ed Muns [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: something interesting might be developed for it in the future. -- Beware of bugs in the above code; I have only proved it correct, not tried it. -Donald Knuth, computer scientist (1938- ) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] CW via serial cable question
Even less chance, then, that any software will support the K3's in-DSP CW and data decoding. :( The tragedy is that it would not be difficult to add this support. Much easier than writing a dedicated K3 control program will full-blown logging and contest capabilities! Simon has said that HRD will support it. Unfortunately I have never managed to get to grips with that program's user interface, and I'm not sure (as a non-serious contester) whether HRD counts as a contest logger anyway. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/15/07, Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know it's heresy here, but those radios collectively represent a very small portion of the user base for any contest logger. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Wine Update Software
With Microsoft Virtual PC, I can even run XP on my G4 Mac although it is extremely slow, as one would expect from cross-platform emulation. There is a version of QEMM (free) which emulates Intel for the PowerPC Macs also, but I haven't tried running Windows on it. Bob, N7XY On Oct 15, 2007, at 2:02 AM, David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: Well, 'luckily' ? I'm an IT professional and so I have to use Wintel too - to that end, I have my own XP laptop, but I prefer to use Mac and do so for logging and rig control etc. But will be able to load firmware via the Elecraft USB adaptor. Of course, all those with Mac manufactured in the last 18 months or so can run XP (or other software) though a virtual machine. And no, I can't program for a Mac I'm afraid. BTW Julian, rather depressed to hear the potential delivery date of your K3, means mine will be around the same time I guess. Shameless plug: 50th Anniversary of JOTA this coming weekend, I shall be QRV as GB4SBS as usual - SSB (since most scouts don't know CW) on most bands. On 15/10/07 09:32, Julian G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: Mac and Linux users must be feeling a bit left out at this point. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Announcement
Well done, Kevin! Congrats from QNI #1. 73, Gary, VE1RGB, K2/100 #2519 ( K2/100 #3223 K3/100 # TBD) - Original Message - From: Ron Polityka [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: .Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 11:45 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Announcement - Original Message - From: Kevin Rock [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks Ron, QNI #4000! I never thought it would last this long. Until next week 73, Kevin. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Hello Julian. Do you suppose a 'standard keyboard' outfitted with a appropriate cable and plug will fill the bill? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Julian G4ILO Some time ago, Wayne stated that this would allow an external keyboard... Regards, Dick - KA5KKT/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
Ed, This connector does NOT presently support a keyboard. It is used by the factory only. There may be some future accessories or keyboard support, but not at this time. - 73, Greg - AB7R Whidbey Island WA NA-065 K3#0009 On Mon Oct 15 12:20 , Edward Dickinson, III sent: Hello Julian. Do you suppose a 'standard keyboard' outfitted with a appropriate cable and plug will fill the bill? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED]','','','')[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Julian G4ILO Some time ago, Wayne stated that this would allow an external keyboard... Regards, Dick - KA5KKT/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 S/N 00011
I second Ed's comments. Same problem here. Bob Sent from my iPhone On Oct 9, 2007, at 1:02 PM, Ed Muns [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've been having power on problems with my K3 since picking it up last Thursday in Aptos. Initially, the problem was that it would not power up immediately upon pressing the POWER button. Sometimes the power on would be delayed and other times it just wouldn't happen. But, usually, after several button presses, the power would come on. Just now as I was proofing the manual and using the K3 in the process, it started acting up. Now, it is hard to get it to turn on and when I am successful, it is locked up with no response from any of the buttons or knobs. It had MCU 1.17 and DSP 1.32 installed when I picked it up at Elecraft. When you asked us to try MCU 1.18, I loaded it, but not until you put the second version up. The download appeared to work fine. Currently, this K3 will only power on once after the APP power cord is connected. Thereafter, I have to remove the power cord, reconnect it and then it will power up in its frozen state. The VFO-A and VFO-B values are what they were when the radio last worked. But the filter graphic and filter icon (FL1, etc.) are completely blank. Also, the LEDs are on full bright, when I had them set for minimum brightness. The display is also fully bright. I tried downloading MCU 1.18 again and got the 'Err DSE' in VFO-B. Subsequent tries to download are unsuccessful ... they don't even get started. What can I do now? Ed ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: Front/Bottom accessory connector usage?
When this was originally mentioned, I did kind of assume this was going to be an option, though not necessarily one that would be available right away. I hope it is, and in the not too far distant future. The PC keyboard communication protocol is not ideally suited to this task, consisting of key down and key up signals containing scan codes that have to be translated to characters. My guess is that any such accessory would have to be a custom made unit sending data in a way that can be efficiently handled by the K3, rather than a cheap PC keyboard with a different plug on the end. Since we're in wish list territory here, I could even speculate that it might have its own display with a larger tuning indicator and scrolling text readout than that available on the K3 front panel. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/15/07, Greg - AB7R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ed, This connector does NOT presently support a keyboard. It is used by the factory only. There may be some future accessories or keyboard support, but not at this time. - 73, Greg - AB7R Whidbey Island WA NA-065 K3#0009 On Mon Oct 15 12:20 , Edward Dickinson, III sent: Hello Julian. Do you suppose a 'standard keyboard' outfitted with a appropriate cable and plug will fill the bill? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED]','','','')[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Julian G4ILO Some time ago, Wayne stated that this would allow an external keyboard... Regards, Dick - KA5KKT/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3 question
If one orders the K3, 100 watt version, will this also do QRP? - I'm just starting to look into the K3 - tnx 73 - Bruce. 72/73 - Bruce ve5rc/ve5qrp - QRP-C#1, QRP-L#886, A1 Operator QRP-Canada - http://www.qrp-canada.com -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter for private users. It has removed 15182 spam emails to date. Paying users do not have this message in their emails. Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 question
Yes, you can turn the power down, and the PA is switched out as you go below 10 watts, as I understand it. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf On 10/15/07, rattray [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If one orders the K3, 100 watt version, will this also do QRP? - I'm just starting to look into the K3 - tnx 73 - Bruce. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 question
rattray wrote: If one orders the K3, 100 watt version, will this also do QRP? - I'm just starting to look into the K3 - tnx 73 - Bruce. 72/73 - Bruce ve5rc/ve5qrp - QRP-C#1, QRP-L#886, A1 Operator QRP-Canada - http://www.qrp-canada.com Should go all the way down to 200mW Bruce :-) Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC DX Cluster Member RSGB, GQRP K2 #4044 |K3 #? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for October 14th 15th, 2007
Good Morning, Right after the second net I went straight to bed. Two days of ladder work and sheeting somehow got me tired ;) But, the roof is tight and dry. Now I can finish the inside part of the job while staying warm. My two day respite from the rain has ceased with no break in sight. Next weekend I will be on the road; I hope the travelling is not too difficult through the mountains. By the way, if anyone wants to act as NCS for ECN please write me. I will not be anywhere near a radio next Sunday so I cannot promise there will be a net without someone's assistance. A milestone has been passed. Last night the first person to check into the 40 meter net was QNI #4000. Thanks Ron! I did not know it would last this long when I started it in 2003. Hopefully we can reach 10,000 in a few years. By then the solar cycle should be on the way up so contacts will not be as difficult. Trying to make sense of the 'wall of sound' after I call will be the biggest problem :) On to the lists = On 14050 kHz at 2300z: N0SS - Tom - MO - K3 - 008 W6ZH - Pete - CA - K2 - 5138 AK2B - Tom - NY - K2 - 4482 W0RSR - Mike - CO - K2 - 5767 K4JPN - Steve - GA - K2 - 1422 W0JFR - John - CO - K2 - 4507 N0BK - Bruce - MN - K2 - 3646 KS7D - Mike - FL - K2 - 4443 NK6A - Don - CA - K2 - 1217 K4BEH - Pat - GA - K2 - 5061 N9SF - Bob - IN - K2 - 5308 WB3AAL - Ron - PA - K2 - 1392 N0AR - Scott - MN - K2 - 4866 N2YC - John - NY - K2 - 5949 On 7045 kHz at 0155z: WB3AAL - Ron - PA - K2 - 1392 W6ZH - Pete - CA - K2 - 5138 N0SS - Tom - MO - K3 - 008 WC7S - Dale - WY - K2 - 4360 N0AR - Scott - MN - K2 - 4866 W0JFR - John - CO - K2 - 4507 W0CZ - Ken - ND - K2 - 1031 N4OI - Ken - NC - K1 - 1689 K4DGW - Dave - VA - K2 - 5982 K6PJV - Dale - CA - K2 - 5345 N0BK - Bruce - MN - K2 - 3646 Thank you for all of the fun over the years. It has been an enjoyable experience starting, developing, and running these nets each week. I hope for many more years for us all. Until next week stay well, 73, Kevin. KD5ONS (Net Control Operator 5th Class) P.S. Any prospective NCS ops? Next Sunday you can hone your skills by running ECN. Feel free to apply for the job. Pay is not that great but the rewards more than make up for the skimpy check :) KJR ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 15khz 2nd IF?
You can plug 1a 15kHz IF directly into soundcard and get 30kHz bandwidth of software defined radio. This would be good for DRM too, I immagine. dt . --- Brett gazdzinski [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just wondering if anyone can clue me in on the 15 KHz second IF frequency used on the K3. I was wondering why 15KHz, instead of 10, or 50 KHz? I know it gets harder to sample the higher you go, but what are the advantages of 15 KHz over audio frequencies, and is not 20 or 50 KHz possible? What about 10KHz? Just what drives the choice of 15 KHz? Brett N2DTS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2
RC, While the Elecraft W1 is a good instrument and has LEDs to indicate the level, I believe the steps between the illumination of each progressive LED are too large to substitute for an analog meter. If your DMM has a pseudo-analog bar display, you could use that in conjunction with an RF Probe to indicate small changes in the RF output. Of course a real analog device, the old swinging meter needle will usually be easier to see a peak than most digital instruments. 73, Don W3FPR bob conley wrote: Transmitter Alignment Step three states: Enter tune mode and adjust L3 and L4 for maximum power as indicated on the internal watt-meter. (Use a more sensitive analog instrument if available.) Limit tune-up time to 5 to 10 seconds. My Question: Is the Elecraft WM1 Watt Meter suitable for this task? The Rev F Manual makes no notification of its use most likely because it was not available at the time. RC kc5wa ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 question
If you order the KXV3, I think you can go down to somewhere below 10mW On 15/10/07 18:12, Ian J Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: rattray wrote: If one orders the K3, 100 watt version, will this also do QRP? - I'm just starting to look into the K3 - tnx 73 - Bruce. 72/73 - Bruce ve5rc/ve5qrp - QRP-C#1, QRP-L#886, A1 Operator QRP-Canada - http://www.qrp-canada.com Should go all the way down to 200mW Bruce :-) Ian -- The rung of a ladder was never meant to rest upon, but only to hold a man's foot long enough to enable him to put the other somewhat higher. -Thomas Henry Huxley, biologist and writer (1825-1995) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] ANNOUNCEMENT: QRP-ARCI FALL QSO PARTY
Hi Everybody. This coming weekend is the big one on the QRP-ARCI Contest Calendar. The Fall QSO Party will bring entrants from across North America and there are always DX that check in as well. There is a team competition for up to 5 participants to combine their scores for a separate challenge. The full rules are below: QRP-ARCI Fall QSO Party Date/Time: 1200Z on 20 October 2007 through 2400Z on 21 October 2007. You may work a maximum of 24 hours of the 36 hour period. Mode: HF CW only. Exchange: Members send: RST, State/Province/Country, ARCI member number Non-Members send: RST, State/Province/Country, Power Out QSO Points: Member = 5 points Non-Member, Different Continent = 4 points Non-Member, Same Continent = 2 points Multiplier: SPC (State/Province/Country) total for all bands. The same station may be worked on multiple bands for QSO points and SPC credit. Power Multiplier: 5 Watts = x1 1 - 5 Watts = x7 250 mW - 1 Watt = x10 55 mW - 250 mW = x15 55 mW or less = x20 Suggested Frequencies: 160m 1810 kHz 80m 3560 kHz 40m 7030 kHz (please listen at 7040 kHz for rock bound participants) 20m 14060 kHz 15m 21060 kHz 10m 28060 kHz Score: Final Score = Points (total for all bands) x SPCs (total for all bands) x Power Multiplier. Teams: You may enter as a team with an unlimited number of operators as long as no more than 5 transmitters are on the air concurrently. You compete individually as well as on the team. Teams need not be in the same location. Team captains must send a list of members to the Contest Manager before the contest. Categories: Entry may be All-Band, Single Band, High Bands (10m-15m-20m) or Low Bands (40m-80m) How to Participate: Get on any of the HF bands except the WARC bands and hang out near the QRP frequencies. Work as many stations calling CQ QRP or CQ TEST as possible, or call CQ QRP or CQ TEST yourself! You can work a station for credit once on each band. Email Log Submission: Submit Logs in plain text format along with a summary stating your Callsign, Entry Category, Actual Power and Station Description along with score calculation to [EMAIL PROTECTED] email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it on or before 23 November 2007. Snail mail Log Submission: Submit Logs along with a summary stating your Callsign, Entry Category, Actual Power and Station Description along with score calculation to: ARCI Fall QSO Party c/o Jeff Hetherington, VA3JFF 139 Elizabeth St. W. Welland, Ontario Canada L3C 4M3 Entries must be postmarked on or before 23 November 2007. Results: Will be published in QRP Quarterly and shown on the QRP-ARCI website. Certificates: Will be awarded to the top scoring entrant in each category. Certificates may be awarded for 2nd and 3rd place if entries are sufficient in a category. Good Luck! 73/72 Jeff - VA3JFF / VE3CW == L. Jeffrey Hetherington - VA3JFF / VE3CW QRP-ARCI(sm) Contest Manager QRP-ARCI(sm) #9223 / K2 #3375 / KX1 #631 Get news delivered with the All new Yahoo! Mail. Enjoy RSS feeds right on your Mail page. Start today at http://mrd.mail.yahoo.com/try_beta?.intl=ca ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Resolution: KPA Error 080
Hey List, For completeness I thought I'd post the final on my earlier problem with my KPA/K2. The cause seems to have been something like this: Storms in the area, I unhook everything religiously, only I forgot PC--K2 serial, which went through a USB--Serial dongle. I return to shack sometime later to discover the K2 is unhappy with 080 error. Further investigation reveals that if I remove the KPA K2 is happy and runs at 15w without fault. Post to the list wherein I'm given tips by W3FPR and many others. Ultimately solution is to replace KPA MCU. Several mails were exchanged with Gary @ Elecraft to ensure that I had all the potential fault parts coming (by this time I realized I had cooked things via the PC remaining connected to the rig). The end failures seemed to have been the MAX1406 and the KPA MCU. Replacement of both of these brought everything back happily, and happily no damage to the KAT that was also connected. I'm pleased that I didn't have to go too far, but, the N0SS guide (directed to me by Gary) for troubleshooting the use of the wrong serial cable was helpful in tracing the circuit back, as well as the following provided by Don: An easy way to check things on the K2 side of the MAX 1406 chip is to plug the KPA100 ribbon cable into the K2 and check for continuity between KPA100 U4 pin 12 and K2 Control board U6 pin 25 - also check the RXD path KPA100 U4 pin 11 to K2 CB U6 pin 26. Both these paths must show low resistance for the computer port to work. Oddly, on the PC side; no faults seem to exist (the machine didn't even crash or reboot) save the loss of 1 USB port, and the USB-- Serial dongle. My post is mostly to give some praise to the folks that took some time to help me out, and, to end up in the archives so that others may benefit. Gary and Don, thanks a lot guys. Your help was greatly appreciated. Sorry this is so long in coming. 73, Joe KC0VKN ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] FM Filter Specs?
Has anyone seen authoritative specifications on the FM bandwidth filter for the K3? Are curves posted anywhere? If curves aren't available what are the insertion loss, -3, -6, and -60 dB bandwidth numbers? 73, ... Joe, W4TV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?
Simply put. For thhose of us getting a K3 with a 100 watt option. What power supply to get? Let's not beat about the bush.. suitable p/s with the amperage required. I see a lot of reviews etc. and negatives on some etc. I just want a good supply, no hum, no trouble, no issues. I will say I see Astron seems to go from 20 amp to 35 amps with not anything between (at least from the local ham joint), so it might be necessary (?) to have a few extra amperes on hand, as Elecraft seems to suggest 13.8v with 25 amps and no lag? (not trying to stack any particular maker, just thought those of us who will need a p/s will want to get on that task solidly with no confusion as we await K3 arrival). Tnx Brien VE3VAW Toronto ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K160RX WANTED
ANYBODY GOT A K160RX FOR SALE BYRON / N4AX ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] [K3] - how option loaded can it get?
I am looking at ordering a K3, and I have begun wondering... Just how loaded with options can it get? I will try to illustrate what I mean: First let us assume no sub-receiver... 1. Roofing filters - how many can you install? Can you get in all the 7 and 8 pole ones? Then, adding the sub receiver: 2. Same question for the second receiver; limit on roofing filters? 3. What of the General Coverage RX filter; if you might be using both non-ham band at the moment, can you fit two in there? 4. What will I need to do for MARS work? Is the General Coverage RX filter required? What of the spectral purity outside of the ham bands? 5. TCXO - assuming one had all this stuff (dual RX all the roofing filters for each rx, TCXO, the ATU, Transverter interface, USB adapter, DVR, and so on... Will it all fit and play together? I realize this sounds kind of funny, but for example, you cannot fit every option at the same time inside a K2, right? Like the ATU and the 100 watt module eat the same space... Just looking to understand the limits... Thanks Dave, W5SV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] - how option loaded can it get?
Good question. I also would like to be able to clear this up. I get to the order page and my eyes glaze over wondering what filters or other options I should get. Any advice is appreciated. WA7U - Original Message - From: David F. Reed [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 2:25 PM Subject: [Elecraft] [K3] - how option loaded can it get? I am looking at ordering a K3, and I have begun wondering... Just how loaded with options can it get? I will try to illustrate what I mean: First let us assume no sub-receiver... 1. Roofing filters - how many can you install? Can you get in all the 7 and 8 pole ones? Then, adding the sub receiver: 2. Same question for the second receiver; limit on roofing filters? 3. What of the General Coverage RX filter; if you might be using both non-ham band at the moment, can you fit two in there? 4. What will I need to do for MARS work? Is the General Coverage RX filter required? What of the spectral purity outside of the ham bands? 5. TCXO - assuming one had all this stuff (dual RX all the roofing filters for each rx, TCXO, the ATU, Transverter interface, USB adapter, DVR, and so on... Will it all fit and play together? I realize this sounds kind of funny, but for example, you cannot fit every option at the same time inside a K2, right? Like the ATU and the 100 watt module eat the same space... Just looking to understand the limits... Thanks Dave, W5SV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?
hi Brian - you really can't go wrong with an Astron linear supply. Get the 35A and have plenty of room to power extra accessories. Get a power strip with fuses and Powerpole connectors and you'll be set to go! 73! - jeff wk6i Brian Pepperdine wrote: Simply put. For thhose of us getting a K3 with a 100 watt option. What power supply to get? Let's not beat about the bush.. suitable p/s with the amperage required. I see a lot of reviews etc. and negatives on some etc. I just want a good supply, no hum, no trouble, no issues. I will say I see Astron seems to go from 20 amp to 35 amps with not anything between (at least from the local ham joint), so it might be necessary (?) to have a few extra amperes on hand, as Elecraft seems to suggest 13.8v with 25 amps and no lag? (not trying to stack any particular maker, just thought those of us who will need a p/s will want to get on that task solidly with no confusion as we await K3 arrival). Tnx Brien VE3VAW Toronto -- Jeff Stai [EMAIL PROTECTED] Twisted Oak Winery http://www.twistedoak.com/ Winery Blog http://www.elbloggotorcido.com/ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] WA3WSJ's Place : new website!
Hello all, I now have a new website called WA3WSJ's Place. I just started it so it needs more work, but if you're interested, take look. p.s. I activated my Polar Bear Page -hi! http://hstrial-ebreneiser.homestead.com/index.html 72, Roo Bear Ed, WA3WSJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K3 question
Mni tnx Ian - 72 Bruce 72/73 - Bruce ve5rc/ve5qrp - QRP-C#1, QRP-L#886, A1 Operator QRP-Canada - http://www.qrp-canada.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Ferrington, M0XDF Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 12:08 PM To: Ian J Maude; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 question If you order the KXV3, I think you can go down to somewhere below 10mW On 15/10/07 18:12, Ian J Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: rattray wrote: If one orders the K3, 100 watt version, will this also do QRP? - I'm just starting to look into the K3 - tnx 73 - Bruce. 72/73 - Bruce ve5rc/ve5qrp - QRP-C#1, QRP-L#886, A1 Operator QRP-Canada - http://www.qrp-canada.com Should go all the way down to 200mW Bruce :-) Ian -- The rung of a ladder was never meant to rest upon, but only to hold a man's foot long enough to enable him to put the other somewhat higher. -Thomas Henry Huxley, biologist and writer (1825-1995) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.14.11/1071 - Release Date: 10/15/2007 6:48 AM -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter for private users. It has removed 15199 spam emails to date. Paying users do not have this message in their emails. Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?
I have had great success with the Astron Switching PS...the SS-30 handles my K2/100 and KAT100 with no trouble. Lightweight too. I do not like the connector on the back. It is a compression screw arrangement and not binding posts. So, to get a good connection, you have to have a good flat screw driver with a large handle to get enough torque to get a good connection. But, it is very light and works like a champ. We tried to kill the station on FD and could not do it. We had over 1100 Qs on FD running the station with the SS-30. Lee - K0WA In our day and age it seems that Common Sense is in short supply. If you don't have any Common Sense - get some Common Sense and use it. If you can't find any Common Sense, ask for help from somebody who has some Common Sense. Is Common Sense divine? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] - how option loaded can it get?
How loaded do you want it, how much can you afford? 1. 5 per receiver, but I doubt you'd ever use all five, especially as in the future there should be variable width filters. The question of what to put in depends upon what you want to do. There are lots of past posts on this in the archives and some stuff in the FAQ. Don't forget, these are roofing filters, they control what the front end of the receiver see's, not what you get to hear - ok, they can help a lot to stop interference from very strong signals - but even with the standard 2.7 you should be good to start with. 2. Same as main receiver 3. can you fit two in where? 4. I don't know the answer to that. 5. Yes of course - this is Elecraft we're talking about -plus its all manufactured by the same company (or for the same company) Basics then - up to 5 ROOFING filters per receiver, plus all the other bits - no limits other than no more than 5 roofing filters per receiver. If you're not sure, start with basic K3 or K3/100 and add slowly - your in the US, postage and carriage is not an issue. On 15/10/07 21:25, David F. Reed [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: I am looking at ordering a K3, and I have begun wondering... Just how loaded with options can it get? I will try to illustrate what I mean: First let us assume no sub-receiver... 1. Roofing filters - how many can you install? Can you get in all the 7 and 8 pole ones? Then, adding the sub receiver: 2. Same question for the second receiver; limit on roofing filters? 3. What of the General Coverage RX filter; if you might be using both non-ham band at the moment, can you fit two in there? 4. What will I need to do for MARS work? Is the General Coverage RX filter required? What of the spectral purity outside of the ham bands? 5. TCXO - assuming one had all this stuff (dual RX all the roofing filters for each rx, TCXO, the ATU, Transverter interface, USB adapter, DVR, and so on... Will it all fit and play together? I realize this sounds kind of funny, but for example, you cannot fit every option at the same time inside a K2, right? Like the ATU and the 100 watt module eat the same space... Just looking to understand the limits... Thanks Dave, W5SV -- Dear God, Did you mean for the giraffe to look like that or was it an accident? -Norma [Children's Letters to God, 1991] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
My vote is for the Bencher ... I've owned several and have one now. I also have a Elecraft/Bencher HexKey ... very fine, too And, there's also a Begali . my next one. 73 Ken Kopp - K0PP [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?
- Original Message - From: Brian Pepperdine [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 2:37 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions? Simply put. For thhose of us getting a K3 with a 100 watt option. What power supply to get? Let's not beat about the bush.. suitable p/s with the amperage required. [snip] Tnx Brian VE3VAW Toronto Brian - I have an Astron RS-35M for my main rig position. The Elecraft K3 will repalce the Kewnood TS-440SAT that is currently there. I just wired up a cable set for the K3 (30 A Anderson power poles) to the Astron -- since I alrady had a 6-pin Molex conenctor wired up for my Icoma nd Kenwood radios. I do have an Astron SS-30M, but it is in my portable box for Field Day, etc. operations. w9gb ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?
I also use the Astron SS-30 with good success. I agree that the compression screw arrangement is not the greatest. Here is a neat mod that I did on mine. It takes a little work but hey, we're Elecraft guys http://www.yars.org/kc6uds/AstronSS30PowerPole.html 73, Tony W7GO Lee Buller wrote: I have had great success with the Astron Switching PS...the SS-30 handles my K2/100 and KAT100 with no trouble. Lightweight too. I do not like the connector on the back. It is a compression screw arrangement and not binding posts. So, to get a good connection, you have to have a good flat screw driver with a large handle to get enough torque to get a good connection. But, it is very light and works like a champ. We tried to kill the station on FD and could not do it. We had over 1100 Qs on FD running the station with the SS-30. Lee - K0WA In our day and age it seems that Common Sense is in short supply. If you don't have any Common Sense - get some Common Sense and use it. If you can't find any Common Sense, ask for help from somebody who has some Common Sense. Is Common Sense divine? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?
I have had great success with the Astron Switching PS...the SS-30 handles my K2/100 and KAT100 with no trouble. Lightweight too. I do not like the connector on the back. It is a compression screw arrangement and not binding posts. So, to get a good connection, you have to have a good flat screw driver with a large handle to get enough torque to get a good connection. But, it is very light and works like a champ. We tried to kill the station on FD and could not do it. We had over 1100 Qs on FD running the station with the SS-30. Lee - K0WA On the SS-30, be sure to take the cover off and tighten the 4 PC Board mounting screws. On two SS-30M's, I found 3 of the 4 screws to be loose even though they had the usual drop of paint on them. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K2 - DSP - Impressive
I have had the DSP for the K2 now for some time. I have to admit, I got the instructions out the first couple times I played with it, but I did not quite get it as far as the settings and the menu choices, and just kinda left things alone. Over the intervening weeks, when I would get on SSB to chat with friends I kept tinkering with it, and trying different settings (it didn't really seem to need to be fiddled with on CW). Eventually I had the thing so screwed up, that it was more of a hindrance than a help. So I broke down and printed out a section of the manual (I'm more of a soft copy kinda guy, but don't what to start that thread up again) and sat down at the radio to try and get the DSP back to all of its default settings. Now, as it turns out, reading through the manual, it is not abundantly obvious (for some of us denser folks) how to do this, but when I read a bit, and tinkered a bit, I worked through it just fine. Except for SSB #1 and the LowPass settings, I couldn't make that happen. Once I worked through all of the settings for each filter setup, I learned quite a bit. As many have said before me, this is a VERY impressive DSP. I did not fully understand the capabilities and settings till now. It is definitely worth the investment of time to learn. I even broke down and read through Lyle's Design Considerations for the KDSP. As always, great stuff. Thanks again Elecraft. Not only do you supply great equipment, but your documentation gives explanations of how the equipment works, thus we become more knowledgeable operators. Thanks, and great job! -- David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 #5982 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
Rob Lundahl wrote: Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F I have 2 Benchers, I like them. I also have a Vibroplex single lever and I like it, proving that I don't squeeze. But you said Iambic. W4UAT, part of the N6A crew for Alpine County in the CQP that I'm on brought his Kent. I *really* liked it. Paddles are sort of like jock straps ... a very personal thing. You really have to try them, or be willing to buy several different ones until you find the one that fits you. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the 2008 Cal QSO Party 4-5 Oct 08 - www.cqp.org ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
I recently picked up a Begali Simplex. I absolutely love that key. http://www.i2rtf.com/html/simplex.html Cost-wise, it's hard to beat, and it's the smoothest key I've ever used. It's also very nice to look at... Jeff N6GQ On 10/15/07, Rob Lundahl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
FW: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
You never know until you try them. The K8RA keys at: http://www.k8ra.com/ I have one(P-4) and love it. Different sizes for different people. Dick, NJ9K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Fred Jensen Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 23:31 To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key? Rob Lundahl wrote: Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F I have 2 Benchers, I like them. I also have a Vibroplex single lever and I like it, proving that I don't squeeze. But you said Iambic. W4UAT, part of the N6A crew for Alpine County in the CQP that I'm on brought his Kent. I *really* liked it. Paddles are sort of like jock straps ... a very personal thing. You really have to try them, or be willing to buy several different ones until you find the one that fits you. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the 2008 Cal QSO Party 4-5 Oct 08 - www.cqp.org ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
I always recommend the Bencher BY-1 as a first paddle. You can find them at hamfests and on EBay for $60 or less. If you can afford $150 - $200, then go for the Begali Simplex, as N6GQ recommended. It's a wonderful paddle. 73! Dan KB6NU -- CW Geek and MI Affiliated Club Coordinator Get my Tech and General Class study guides at www.kb6nu.com/tech-manual LET'S GET MORE KIDS INTO HAM RADIO! On Oct 15, 2007, at 6:08 PM, Rob Lundahl wrote: Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F ___ Low cost is the key word here. If you don't mind building your own paddle, these are great, and they work very well. http://www.w5jh.net/Black_Widow.htm Here is a picture of the one I built, I've since added the custom finger pieces. I figured, why not a kit key to go with the kit radios. http://00497f5.netsolhost.com/radio/Blackwid01.jpg John, k7up 2 K2's a K1. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: FW: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
I thought he said lowcost? For these prices, I love the HexKey I picked up from Elecraft. David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 #5982 FP#-1751 RJD wrote: You never know until you try them. The K8RA keys at: http://www.k8ra.com/ I have one(P-4) and love it. Different sizes for different people. Dick, NJ9K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Fred Jensen Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 23:31 To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key? Rob Lundahl wrote: Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F I have 2 Benchers, I like them. I also have a Vibroplex single lever and I like it, proving that I don't squeeze. But you said Iambic. W4UAT, part of the N6A crew for Alpine County in the CQP that I'm on brought his Kent. I *really* liked it. Paddles are sort of like jock straps ... a very personal thing. You really have to try them, or be willing to buy several different ones until you find the one that fits you. 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the 2008 Cal QSO Party 4-5 Oct 08 - www.cqp.org ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
Best Iambic keyer (paddle)? I don't want to start a fight.. but I find no advantage between iambic and non-iambic. Being a slapper I like my good old Vibroplex paddle...and yes, I do have a Bencher too...but I slap that one as well. I've never understood the virtues of iambic paddles. To messy. My brain does not think that way. Lee - K0WA :) In our day and age it seems that Common Sense is in short supply. If you don't have any Common Sense - get some Common Sense and use it. If you can't find any Common Sense, ask for help from somebody who has some Common Sense. Is Common Sense divine? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key?
My vote would go to the portapaddle key with the base at http://americanmorse.com/portapaddle.htm. I have one and I love it. I also have a Brass Racer, BY-1, and a K8RA and I love them too but the portapaddle is dear to my heart. John [K7SVV] - Original Message - From: Rob Lundahl [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 3:08 PM Subject: [Elecraft] CW: Best low cost iambic key? Any recommendations for a low cost Iambic cw key? NV7F ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.14.11/1071 - Release Date: 10/15/2007 6:48 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Wine Update Software
For me, the issue isn't finding some Windows laptop to update the K3 with. That's easy enough. My concern is that eventually, there will be a need to reload the K3's firmware, and the version of Windows it's for might not be there. Think of the timescale of ham radio vs. the timescale of Windows releases. There are Japanese ham radios from the 1980's which are now bricked because config memory settings were lost when the battery went dead. It's not important right now, but eventually, having an open way to reload the firmware will be important. That's not the same as saying that the firmware itself needs to be open; it just should be possible to restore the radio to it's original state without having to find a 20 or 30 year old laptop. The K2 doesn't have this problem because its firmware isn't writable. 73, Leigh/WA5ZNU David Wilburn wrote: A recent thread mentioned update options, but I did not see any new news. Has anyone tried the K3 update software using Wine under Linux? ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
