Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ
OK, I didn't get mine yet. Tony W7GO n4lq wrote: This is almost as bad as those stupid Katigram things. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Mike Harris [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 2:40 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ G'day, And why do the 1000+ worldwide subscribers to this reflector need to be belaboured by this love-in stuff which has nothing whatsoever to do with Elecraft products or their use? Regards, Mike VP8NO - Original Message - From: Bruce Bowman, NM5B [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ | re: Salvation Army... similar experience. I'll add my note of thanks! | | Bruce, NM5B ___ 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. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1514 - Release Date: 6/23/2008 7:17 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 ___ 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
In Reply to [Elecraft] [K3] what kind of solder and flux?
At 17:37 EDT on Mon 23 Jun 2008 David Ferrington (M0XDF) wrote ... ... what would people suggest for flux when doing mods? ... and at 19:46 EDT on Mon Jun 23 2008 Lyle Johnson (KK7P) replied ... ... I sometimes use 'no clean' flux rather than rosin core. -- Guys, Per Elecraft's website http://www.elecraft.com/repair.htm The use of acid-core solder, water-soluble flux solder, or any corrosive or conductive flux or solvent will void this warranty in its entirety. Beyond that: 1) Leaded solder is preferable for hand rework as lead-free solder requires a higher temperature and special tips. (Your normal leaded solder tips will not last long if used with lead-free solder.) 2) Mildly activated rosin core flux (RMA) is preferable. 3) No clean flux requires a higher activation temperature and if not fully activated its residue can pose a fire hazard. 73, Gary KI4GGX P.S. For those of you whom I've not yet told, I passed Element #4 earlier this month! :) ___ 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: In Reply to [Elecraft] [K3] what kind of solder and flux?
Thanks, but one wonders just how much flux has to be left around to cause a fire? -- Always remember, half the people in the world are above average intelligence! On 24 Jun 2008, at 10:43, Gary Hvizdak wrote: 3) No clean flux requires a higher activation temperature and if not fully activated its residue can pose a fire hazard. ___ 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] Nifty Manual
arrived today - my first Nifty and very good - a lot packed into that. Good job that by the time my eyes cant read the small print, I won't need it anyway - the rigs will plug into your cerebral cortex and just sense what you want. Now, what colour pill do I take? 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 -- There is a coherent plan in the universe, though I don't know what it is a plan for. - Fred Hoyle ___ 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] K1 band module.
I have just bought a K1-2 from eBay. It works well and I am quite pleased with it. It is configured for 40 and 20. My question is, can I buy the 4 band board, and configure it for 80, 40, 30, 20? It looks like the 4 band must start at 40, unless I am reading something wrong. 73 Steve W2SES ___ 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 noise blanker sure does the job.
You can try switching off a suspected street lamp by beaming its photocell with a laser pointer. The photocell is located on top of the lamp housing. It is directional, usually oriented toward the north (but not always) so you would have to spot it with the laser from this particular direction. You could go around the neighborhood with a portable radio and a laser pointer, trying each lamp. Or set up a recorder at your rig, tuned to WWV time signals, and log the times when you switch off particular streetlamps. Having a tripod for the laser pointer might help. A green laser will make a nice beam which you can see, not just a spot. How you explain your activities to the cops when they pick you up is another story... 73, Drew AF2Z On Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:11:23 -0700, Brett Howard wrote: ?I've got a HUGE problem in my area too. It only comes on at night (not all nights though) and its periodic. Like a lil over a minute on and then 40 something seconds off and it goes on and off like that all night. It generally comes on shortly after the street lamps do. A talk with the power company results in a guy calling back saying he was in the area and couldn't hear anything. Well no doubt you weren't there when the noise is. And he says that if its the street lamps they have no jurisdiction I have to speak with the city. Unfortunately I have no real way to tell what light it is. ___ 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] K1 band module.
No, the 4 band board cannot do 80. You can order the parts from Elecraft to modify your 2 band board to work on 80. George ___ 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 2.02 firmware
I attempted to change my filter (going narrower in CW) width while transmitting and was unable to do so. I thought this was one of the items that was going to be changeable while in Tx. Is this not possible? Generally, if I start a run, or am trying to pull a particular signal out during a run, I have changed the filter width during Tx (with the K2). It's a minor issue, more of a preference thing, but would be nice to have... Cheers, Julius Julius Fazekas N2WN Tennessee Contest Group TnQP http://www.tnqp.org/ Elecraft K2/100 #3311 Elecraft K2/100 #4455 Elecraft K3/100 #366 ___ 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 2.02 firmware
Julius, I too recall that changing the filter width was one thing that was going to be available during transmit, but several of those things that are 'in the plan' (on the list) have not been done yet. Keep checking the firmware release notes to find when it has been added. 73, Don W3FPR Julius Fazekas wrote: I attempted to change my filter (going narrower in CW) width while transmitting and was unable to do so. I thought this was one of the items that was going to be changeable while in Tx. Is this not possible? Generally, if I start a run, or am trying to pull a particular signal out during a run, I have changed the filter width during Tx (with the K2). ___ 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] K1 band module.
Steve, The K1 4 band board has only 2 low pass filters, so the band combinations are limited. 40 and 30 meters can share the same low pass, and 20, 17 and 15 can also share a low pass filter - so with the 4 band board, it is 40 and 30 meters plus your choice of 2 bands from the 20, 17, 15 meter combination. The K1 can remember settings for 6 bands, so you can use the 2 band board to fill in any gaps that your 4 band board does not cover. If you have the same band on both boards, it will work, but the operating frequency calibration setting will only be remembered for one of them, so it is best to have the 2 band board setup for bands not covered with the 4 band board. Band kits for the 2 band board are available from Elecraft, so you can change the bands covered, you are not slaved to the bands currently installed on that board. 73, Don W3FPR W2SES wrote: I have just bought a K1-2 from eBay. It works well and I am quite pleased with it. It is configured for 40 and 20. My question is, can I buy the 4 band board, and configure it for 80, 40, 30, 20? It looks like the 4 band must start at 40, unless I am reading something wrong. ___ 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] FS: K1 band module
For sale: KFL1-2, band module for K1. Built for 80 and 20 meters. Assembled, working and tested, ready to plug in and go. I now have the 4 bander and no longer need this. $65 shipped CONUS. PayPal accepted. Reply off list to email address below. 73 Steve Ellington N4LQ [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
[Elecraft] Field Day
W5YA will be active this coming up weekend, American Field Day. We can work anyone, from DX need only RST. Ours is a two-man (class B) catagory station, QRP, and battery power. My partner is Steve, WD9FJL. We have been partners for nine years. Our site is at 9,000 ft altitude, near Chama, New Mexico. Our antennas are three monoband Moxons that are instantly reversible with a relay, for 15, 20, and 40 meters. We will also have a dipole up for ten in case of sporadic-e openings. The station will consist of a K3, with a K2 as back-up radio. May the only Murphy you meet be a Senor with chocolates in hand ;-) 72, Fred - KT5X K3 # 0144 K2 # 0700 ___ 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] RJ-45 Mystery Connector (FP ACC)
K3OX wrote: As has been stated before, it is used by Elecraft for test purposes. There was once a suggestion that an external keyboard might be able to plug in there. But if that does ever happen, it probably isn't going to happen for a very long time, and I can't see what it would offer that an Asus Eee PC (or similar) couldn't do a lot better with a similar footprint and cost. Errr... allow you to use the radio WITHOUT ANY computer? I would guess that any external plug-in keyboard gadget would be a computer of some sort, containing a PIC chip programmed with firmware. Considering the functionality such a device would provide, I can't see much reason for not choosing the already available alternative. - Julian, G4ILO K3 s/n: 222 K2 s/n: 392 G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com KComm for K2/K3: www.g4ilo.com/kcomm.html -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/RJ-45-%22Mystery%22-Connector-%28FP-ACC%29-tp18062604p18092310.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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] AFX operation
Hi Lyle, Thank you for your explanation of how AFX works; I now better understand how AFX currently behaves. While listening to cw, I find that increasing DELAY shifts the apparent source of a cw signal further to the left, which makes me believe that AFX delays the right stereo channel. AFX does provide a nice spatial sense of the sound (albeit with sound sources shifted to the left of center). I know that your plate is full right now, but I was pleased to hear that you are thinking of a a future AFX with that spatially locates a sound source based on its pitch. Best Regard and 73, John, no8v Original message Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:41:39 -0700 From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] AFX operation To: Jeff Kinzli N6GQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net I have recently begun experimenting with my K3's AFX feature... This is not what I expected. What am I doing wrong? The K3 does not provide a space based on pitch which is apparently what you were expecting. That effect is on the list of things to consider for the future. BIN provides a fixed phase shift between the two channels. DLY provides a fixed (but user selectable) time delay between the two channels. I use DLY 3. Wayne prefers DLY 5. This is *all* what we call psychoacoustics, mainly because we like to use 5 syllable words to impress :-) Different listeners react in different ways to these settings. There is no correct one; use what you prefer, including OFF. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ 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] Field Day
On Jun 24, 2008, at 6:31 AM, cloud runner wrote: W5YA will be active this coming up weekend, American Field Day. We can work anyone, from DX need only RST. Ours is a two-man (class B) catagory station, QRP, and battery power. My partner is Steve, WD9FJL. We have been partners for nine years. Our site is at 9,000 ft altitude, near Chama, New Mexico. Our antennas are three monoband Moxons that are instantly reversible with a relay, for 15, 20, and 40 meters. We will also have a dipole up for ten in case of sporadic-e openings. The station will consist of a K3, with a K2 as back-up radio. May the only Murphy you meet be a Senor with chocolates in hand ;-) Our school, K6GBM, will be operating field day too. The rig will be the K2-100, with a tuner feeding either a 100' inverted-V doublet or 40' vertical. Power is PV panels and battery. We will be single- operator, assisted with the kids doing almost all the operating. (Dale, K6PJV, and I want to get a few contacts in.) The antennas were chosen to allow kids to build them. See you on the air! -- Brian Lloyd Granite Bay Montessori brian AT gbmontessori DOT com 9330 Sierra College Blvd. +1.916.367.2131 (voice) Roseville, CA 95661, USA http://www.gbmontessori.com I fly because it releases my mind from the tyranny of petty things . . . — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry PGP key ID: 12095C52A32A1B6C PGP key fingerprint: 3B1D BA11 4913 3254 B6E0 CC09 1209 5C52 A32A 1B6C ___ 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] 2nd Receiver and 2nd IF out
Hi, Does anyone know if when I receive my 2nd RX I can tap the IF and use the AUX RF hole (install BNC) ? I am getting rude ideas with 2 IF's out and Scott's WU2X's PowerSDR IF stage :) 73 Lee WW2DX ___ 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 Shipping Status
FYI: I ordered my K3 on February 11th and just got my Katiegram last night. 73, Brad AA5CH ___ 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] No field day this year for W0CZ
Hi Brett, A pity you quoted me as well on this one. Actually I don't have a problem with the Katigram stuff, at least it relates to K3's and doesn't start an interminable OT thread. I was keen to see progress towards my own K3 despatch. I can make all the trouble I need myself without help from others! Regards, Mike VP8NO - Original Message - From: Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'n4lq' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Mike Harris' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 7:55 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ | Many tune in here to get a picture of how production is moving along and the | emails of people getting their confirmation emails and emails of received | units were very appreciated by myself... | | -Original Message- | From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] | [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n4lq | Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 12:30 PM | To: Mike Harris; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net | Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ | | This is almost as bad as those stupid Katigram things. | Steve Ellington ___ 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] K1 band module.
Thanks to everyone who replied. I now understand the limitations and can proceed. 73 Steve W2SES Don Wilhelm wrote: Steve, The K1 4 band board has only 2 low pass filters, so the band combinations are limited. 40 and 30 meters can share the same low pass, and 20, 17 and 15 can also share a low pass filter - so with the 4 band board, it is 40 and 30 meters plus your choice of 2 bands from the 20, 17, 15 meter combination. The K1 can remember settings for 6 bands, so you can use the 2 band board to fill in any gaps that your 4 band board does not cover. If you have the same band on both boards, it will work, but the operating frequency calibration setting will only be remembered for one of them, so it is best to have the 2 band board setup for bands not covered with the 4 band board. Band kits for the 2 band board are available from Elecraft, so you can change the bands covered, you are not slaved to the bands currently installed on that board. 73, Don W3FPR W2SES wrote: I have just bought a K1-2 from eBay. It works well and I am quite pleased with it. It is configured for 40 and 20. My question is, can I buy the 4 band board, and configure it for 80, 40, 30, 20? It looks like the 4 band must start at 40, unless I am reading something wrong. ___ 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 Shipping Status
Brad and all others Just received my Katiegram, for my K3 ordered on Geb 11th. Still backordered is the KRX3 73 de Dick PA3FQA - Original Message - From: Brad Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 5:50 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Shipping Status FYI: I ordered my K3 on February 11th and just got my Katiegram last night. 73, Brad AA5CH ___ 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 Transverter Control Cable
I'd like to make up a K3 Transverter control cable. Which pins of the Elecraft Transverter J6 DB-9 connector are connected to which pins of the K3 AUX I/O? Bud W3LL [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 Transverter Control Cable
Bud, The transverter cable needs only 3 signal lines plus ground. AUXBUS K3 ACC pin 2 to KXVxx pin 6 KEYING K3 ACC pin 10 to KXVxx pin 9 +12 VDC K3 +12 volts output to KXVxx pin 8 (other methods can be used. but the KXVxx uses this input to sense when the K3 has been turned on). Ground K3 ACC pin 5 or 12 to KXVxx pin 1. That should provide you with a transverter that works with the K3. If it does not work properly, plese let me know. 73, Don W3FPR Bud Governale, W3LL wrote: I'd like to make up a K3 Transverter control cable. Which pins of the Elecraft Transverter J6 DB-9 connector are connected to which pins of the K3 AUX I/O? ___ 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 Transverter Control Cable
Bud Governale, W3LL wrote: I'd like to make up a K3 Transverter control cable. Which pins of the Elecraft Transverter J6 DB-9 connector are connected to which pins of the K3 AUX I/O? XV DB9 K3 DB15 PinPin 1 ground5 6 auxbus2 8 XVTR ON 7 9 PTT 10 I hope that makes sense :) 73 Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC DX Cluster Member RSGB, GQRP K2 #4044 |K3 #455 ___ 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 Transverter Control Cable
Ian, Based on information I received from Wayne, I do believe that K3 ACC pin 7 is now dedicated to TX INH. There were complication in sharing it. If the change is not in the firmware version you are using, it will be with a forthcoming update. In other words, it cannot be used for XVTR ON. The +12 volt output from the back of the K3 should do nicely even though it means Ying out one of the cable wires. 73, Don W3FPR Ian J Maude wrote: Bud Governale, W3LL wrote: I'd like to make up a K3 Transverter control cable. Which pins of the Elecraft Transverter J6 DB-9 connector are connected to which pins of the K3 AUX I/O? XV DB9 K3 DB15 PinPin 1 ground5 6 auxbus2 8 XVTR ON 7 9 PTT 10 I hope that makes sense :) 73 Ian ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..?
Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..?
Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack What Tools Are Required..?
Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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 on FD
Just thought I'd say that I'll be joining my local club, the Milford Amateur Radio Club in Cincinnati for FD this weekend and will be running my K2/100 and ATU as a PSK and CW station. The call will be W8MRC. So if you hear us, give a call! Thanks, John AB8O ___ 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] smt Work In The Ham Radio Shack What Tools Are Required ?
Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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] K-3 CONFIG settings
I can not find the text definitions in the manual (Rev C-1, Nov 18, 2007), or the errata sheet (C1-5, May 6, 2008) for 'CONFIG' settings for the following: FM DEV FM MODE MIC BTN PWR SET RFI DET EXT ALC (TECH MD) Once I stumbled across 'FM DEV' I was able to get the FM mode up and running all okay. What is the recommended setting for the FM DEV on the 29mhz band? I'm using 5 for six-meter but not sure about 10-meters. Cheers, Bob, k9foh ___ 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] test
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[Elecraft] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..?
Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..?
Andy and all, While there are several exotic tools and materials available for doing SMD work, I would prefer to speak to those who might only do it on occasion - maybe a single project that does not require such things as soldering paste and heat guns. About the best reference I know of for working with SMD in the ham shack is contained in the instructions from Tom Hammond for the SMD version of the K6XX CW tuning indicator. You may download that pdf file from Tom's website www.n0ss.net. A short version of the technique is to use small diameter solder (too much solder will cause a real mess). Just apply a small amount of solder to one pad (a corner pad for an IC) - then position the component and heat that pre-soldered pad (this step will stick the component in place). Now solder the other lead(s) and go back to the first one if there is any doubt about its integrity. Mop up any excess solder with solder wick and you are done. Steady hands are also helpful, but if one has learned how to support and work with unsteady hands, it can even be done by those folks. I would say that everyone needs to experiment a bit before tackling something important and of value. There are small inexpensive projects (Softrock for one) which serve that purpose. Another low or no-cost practice item is a scrap computer card or board - that can give you experience in removing components and putting them back on. So if you already have small diameter solder and a temperature controlled iron, you only need some solder wick and some device to pick up and hold those tiny components. One big hint that I can offer - do *not* attempt to use curved nose tweezers, one cannot control the squeezing force and they are guaranteed to launch the small components and make them 'vacuum cleaner fodder'. I use straight tweezers with tips that taper to a point with good success, YMMV. A tube of solder flux comes in handy at times when the solder just won't flow right, and a magnifying device of your choosing is almost mandatory - even if you don't need it for soldering, you will need it for close inspection. There are several sources of information on the web about using solder paste, toaster ovens, heat guns, etc. If you are going to be doing quite a few boards and don't mind the expense of these tools go for it, but SMD work *can* be done easily with the tools many builders already have available. 73, Don W3FPR Andy - GM0NWI wrote: Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. ___ 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 Transverter Control Cable
Don Wilhelm wrote: Ian, Based on information I received from Wayne, I do believe that K3 ACC pin 7 is now dedicated to TX INH. There were complication in sharing it. If the change is not in the firmware version you are using, it will be with a forthcoming update. In other words, it cannot be used for XVTR ON. The +12 volt output from the back of the K3 should do nicely even though it means Ying out one of the cable wires. Hi Don, Thanks for the update. I am running 2.02 and the rest of the latest firmware. I have been merrily using my transverter but not for a few weeks as I moved the shack around and need to make up another power cable. If this is the case, can we have a heads up from Elecraft please? 73 Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC DX Cluster Member RSGB, GQRP K2 #4044 |K3 #455 ___ 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] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..?
Andy: I have a several page section on recommended SMT assembly tools and techniques in the Z1 buffer amplifier manual, available at http://www.cliftonlaboratories.com/Documents/Z1%20Buffer%20Amplifier%20Assembly%20%20Operation.pdf Jack A ___ 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] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..?
I have changed a few SMTs and it's not easy no matter what people tell you. I used a product called Chip Quick. Go here: http://www.chipquik.com/ Their solder melts at 135 degrees F., mixes with the original solder and makes chip removal much easier. Resoldering is the touchy part! 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Andy - GM0NWI [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Elecraft List' elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 4:06 PM Subject: [Elecraft] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..? Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 6/24/2008 7:53 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS AreRequired..?
Hi, Andy: Your e-mail system has the hiccoughs! (Several copies of your message appeared!) You emphasized tools, but the tools needed depend upon the way you go about doing the job. Here's a link I posted previously about SMD work.. It demonstrates on way to do a good job and shows associated tools. I have done business with the source, www.curiousinventor.com with good results. They will provide you with the tools and supplies shown in the demo. However, they are over here in the colonies ;-) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NN7UGWYmBY Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI ___ 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] K-3 CONFIG settings
You will find definition for all these in the firmware release notes - new features are often documented there first, and only later on do they appear in the Manual. I do wish that there was a direct link to the *complete* version of the release notes on the website - at present persons are told to access it via the K3 Update Utility help menu. One way to get to it quickly is via the FTP site. There's a link to the FTP site at the bottom of the K3 Software Page - the file in question is hfwnotes.rtf. Bob NW8L On Tue, Jun 24, 2008 at 1:52 PM, Bob Lusby [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can not find the text definitions in the manual (Rev C-1, Nov 18, 2007), or the errata sheet (C1-5, May 6, 2008) for 'CONFIG' settings for the following: FM DEV FM MODE MIC BTN PWR SET RFI DET EXT ALC (TECH MD) Once I stumbled across 'FM DEV' I was able to get the FM mode up and running all okay. What is the recommended setting for the FM DEV on the 29mhz band? I'm using 5 for six-meter but not sure about 10-meters. Cheers, Bob, k9foh ___ 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] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..?
Steve, I have used ChipQuik too. It makes getting those multi-legged critters off a lot easier. You are correct that the resoldering part can be more difficult. One must use alcohol to completely clean the area where the chip was removed or the new solder just will not stick. Put some elbow grease into it and scrub completely. Even if things look clean, there can still be enough residual to make re-soldering difficult. 73, Don W3FPR n4lq wrote: I have changed a few SMTs and it's not easy no matter what people tell you. I used a product called Chip Quick. Go here: http://www.chipquik.com/ Their solder melts at 135 degrees F., mixes with the original solder and makes chip removal much easier. Resoldering is the touchy part! 73 ___ 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 Transverter Control Cable
Don, Based on information I received from Wayne, I do believe that K3 ACC pin 7 is now dedicated to TX INH. There were complication in sharing it. If the change is not in the firmware version you are using, it will be with a forthcoming update. In other words, it cannot be used for XVTR ON. It appears that one can use pin 7 for XVTR ON if it is not being used for INH (at least that's the case with FW 2.02). If CONFIG:TX INH is OFF, pin 7 will be 5.0 V when the K3 is on and will work for XVTR power control. If CONFIG:TX INH is set to either LO = INH or HI = INH, pin 7 can not be used (reliably) for XVTR power control. 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 3:21 PM To: Ian J Maude Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; Bud Governale, W3LL Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Transverter Control Cable Ian, Based on information I received from Wayne, I do believe that K3 ACC pin 7 is now dedicated to TX INH. There were complication in sharing it. If the change is not in the firmware version you are using, it will be with a forthcoming update. In other words, it cannot be used for XVTR ON. The +12 volt output from the back of the K3 should do nicely even though it means Ying out one of the cable wires. 73, Don W3FPR Ian J Maude wrote: Bud Governale, W3LL wrote: I'd like to make up a K3 Transverter control cable. Which pins of the Elecraft Transverter J6 DB-9 connector are connected to which pins of the K3 AUX I/O? XV DB9 K3 DB15 PinPin 1 ground5 6 auxbus2 8 XVTR ON 7 9 PTT 10 I hope that makes sense :) 73 Ian ___ 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] Fw: K-3 Line IN/OUT cables
When I was setting up PSK-31 (Digipan) and RTTY (MMTTY) I found that I needed to use Stereo cables (both ends) without a stereo/mono adapter for the computer interface. Then I adjusted the sound card LINE IN/OUT levels for a signal on left (or right) only. Now I have good level control and, hopefully, clean signals on those two digital modes. Cheers, Bob, k9foh ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..?
Andy and all, While there are several exotic tools and materials available for doing SMD work, I would prefer to speak to those who might only do it on occasion - maybe a single project that does not require such things as soldering paste and heat guns. About the best reference I know of for working with SMD in the ham shack is contained in the instructions from Tom Hammond for the SMD version of the K6XX CW tuning indicator. You may download that pdf file from Tom's website www.n0ss.net. A short version of the technique is to use small diameter solder (too much solder will cause a real mess). Just apply a small amount of solder to one pad (a corner pad for an IC) - then position the component and heat that pre-soldered pad (this step will stick the component in place). Now solder the other lead(s) and go back to the first one if there is any doubt about its integrity. Mop up any excess solder with solder wick and you are done. Steady hands are also helpful, but if one has learned how to support and work with unsteady hands, it can even be done by those folks. I would say that everyone needs to experiment a bit before tackling something important and of value. There are small inexpensive projects (Softrock for one) which serve that purpose. Another low or no-cost practice item is a scrap computer card or board - that can give you experience in removing components and putting them back on. So if you already have small diameter solder and a temperature controlled iron, you only need some solder wick and some device to pick up and hold those tiny components. One big hint that I can offer - do *not* attempt to use curved nose tweezers, one cannot control the squeezing force and they are guaranteed to launch the small components and make them 'vacuum cleaner fodder'. I use straight tweezers with tips that taper to a point with good success, YMMV. A tube of solder flux comes in handy at times when the solder just won't flow right, and a magnifying device of your choosing is almost mandatory - even if you don't need it for soldering, you will need it for close inspection. There are several sources of information on the web about using solder paste, toaster ovens, heat guns, etc. If you are going to be doing quite a few boards and don't mind the expense of these tools go for it, but SMD work *can* be done easily with the tools many builders already have available. 73, Don W3FPR ___ 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] No field day this year for W0CZ
I simply replied to all. I'd just like to see things remain civil and while some things are not wanted by a few there are many who do like them. I was making no accusations to anyone by copying them on the email. I was just trying to inform some about the fact that the K3 production reports are appreciated by many. I get a lot of comments off list about the graphs that I provide reflecting K3 production and wait times. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Harris Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 10:54 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ Hi Brett, A pity you quoted me as well on this one. Actually I don't have a problem with the Katigram stuff, at least it relates to K3's and doesn't start an interminable OT thread. I was keen to see progress towards my own K3 despatch. I can make all the trouble I need myself without help from others! Regards, Mike VP8NO - Original Message - From: Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'n4lq' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Mike Harris' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 7:55 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ | Many tune in here to get a picture of how production is moving along and the | emails of people getting their confirmation emails and emails of received | units were very appreciated by myself... | | -Original Message- | From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] | [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n4lq | Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 12:30 PM | To: Mike Harris; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net | Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ | | This is almost as bad as those stupid Katigram things. | Steve Ellington ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLSAre Required..?
Chuckle chuckle... I always read Don's messages because they contain much useful stuff! I got a big grin out of his comment about curved tweezers because my curved tweezers are exactly what saves me from launching SMD's all over the room. It's a classic example of how personal the choice of tools and techniques can be in this work. I *always* rest my hands on something when working. That's one reason I ignore a pc board vise most of the time and simply lay the board on the table. If it wobbles, a small weight (roll of solder or tool) will hold it nicely. A comment about soldering: Many folks get away with larger solder sizes by putting a drop of solder on the iron and carrying that to the joint. After all, they say, that's how a wave soldering process works on a much longer scale, isn't it? The short answer is *no*! When you apply solder to the iron, you see the fumes arise for a moment. That's the rosin flux boiling away. By the time you reach the joint with the solder, the flux is all gone and there's nothing left to clean the surfaces to produce a proper solder bond. If you're going to carry solder to the joint on the iron, a dab of rosin flux on the joint *first* is a must. Otherwise, use a small size solder that lets you melt it directly onto the joint where the flux will do its work before boiling away and without leaving you with a glob of excess solder. Flux is sticky, which helps hold tiny parts and a tiny drop of solder on the iron does it with SMDs. My usual technique is to put a dab of flux on the clean pads, put the part in place, put a drop of solder on the iron, use my curved tweezers pressed together as a fine point pressing the center of the part to hold it steady, and touch my wet iron to a solder pad. By 'wet' I mean a very small amount of solder. Often one can't see anything but that the iron appears tinned. (It's much easier to add solder than it is to remove it.) Getting back to launching parts from the table, a bit of nylon stocking -- (okay, I'll get out of the 19th century) -- pantyhose over the suction end of a canister vacuum will often find a bonanza of missing parts and you get a clean shop floor in the process. Just be sure you ask the XYL for some discards. She won't appreciate the big stretched bump left by the suction hose ;-) Oh, you're a bachelor? Aw, g'wan, go to the store and ask the prettiest clerk you can find what size she thinks would fit you. That'll get her undivided attention long enough to explain what they're really for and ask her out for coffee at least. One cheap pair will provide dozens of bits for vacuuming - enough to cover any self-respecting bachelor's vacuuming needs for a lifetime, or at least until the pretty lass moves in. Ron AC7AC ___ 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..?
I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. Well, we all have our own opinions. I have built several boards using a standard iron with a small tip and small diameter solder. I was not pleased the the result as I never quite got the parts to lie perfectly on their pads. A query on the SoftRock list brought several responses. As a result I got a $20 heat embossing gun and some solder paste. Total investment: $25. It works great but the embossing gun *can* get the board too hot if you are not careful. Since I found myself working on multiple board and with the prospect for more in the future I ended up investing $80 in a temperature controlled hot-air rework gun with multiple tips to direct the hot air where I want it. I find it perfect for rework on SMT boards. I can easily remove a single component and then put it back in again. I find it even works well on through-hole boards for getting things like chips out. So, for someone starting from scratch: 1. heat gun -- an embossing tool or, better still, a temperature- controlled hot-air rework tool; 2. a syringe of solder paste. The solder paste has a shelf-life of 6+ months when kept in the refrigerator. So you can approach this any way you want to. I personally find that an $80 temperature-controlled hot-air gun with solder paste works really well for me. YMMV. Brian Lloyd Granite Bay Montessori School 9330 Sierra College Bl brian AT gbmontessori DOT com Roseville, CA 95661 +1.916.367.2131 (voice)+1.791.912.8170 (fax) PGP key ID: 12095C52A32A1B6C PGP key fingerprint: 3B1D BA11 4913 3254 B6E0 CC09 1209 5C52 A32A 1B6C ___ 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] Re: KIO3 CW bug?
Hi Joe, This has been corrected in firmware rev. 2.03 (field test release from two weeks ago). Also corrected was loss of filter bandwidth settings on band change (FA and FB commands), DATA A and PSK-D mode set/get inversion (MD command), and power control QRO/QRP reporting in extended mode (PC command).. Revision 2.10, the latest, will be going to beta tonight or tomorrow. Full details on CAT command changes appear in the release notes under MCU 2.03. 73, Wayne N6KR On Jun 24, 2008, at 4:47 PM, microHAM America wrote: It appears that the K3 KIO3 interface has a bug with CW modes and six meters. If CW (MD3;) is selected from the or via the KIO3 interface while on six meters - and only on six meters - the interface reports CW Reverse (MD7;). If CW Reverse (MD7;) is selected, KIO3 reports CW (MD3;). The incorrect report is also reflected in responses to the Information inquiry (IF;) and in the Auto-information data. While on six meters the CW mode reported will be the reverse of the CW mode in use. 73, ... Joe, W4TV --- 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] SMT Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..?
Q: SMT (re)Work In The Ham Radio Shack WHAT TOOLS Are Required..? A: The one tool I don't have and can't buy - nerves of steel. With some patience, creativity, and a respect for the physics going on at that level, the specific tool is not so essential - if you are lacking on any of those counts - be ready for problems. ;-) Also need magnification and lots of light. Was it Dirty Harry that said a man's gotta know his limitations??? !!! ___ 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 Kit Received
K3/100 kit, KVX3, FM filter, 2.8Khz filter, 400 Hz filter Ordered - January 27, 2008 Katiegram - June 12, 2008 Madelyngram - June 17, 2008 Delivered - June 24, 2008 - S/N - 1105 2.8 Khz filter Backordered ___ 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] Re: K-3 CONFIG settings
I can not find the text definitions in the manual (Rev C-1, Nov 18, 2007), or the errata sheet (C1-5, May 6, 2008) for 'CONFIG' settings for the following: FM DEV FM MODE MIC BTN PWR SET RFI DET EXT ALC (TECH MD) Hi Bob, These will be covered in the next errata sheet (C1-7), which will be available by tomorrow. 73 Wayne, N6KR --- 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] Concern
On Apr 28, 2008, at 6:38 PM, Brian Lloyd wrote: Other than an official Elecraft-supplied buffered audio input and output for data modes, what else would you add to the K2? I made a list last year as part of this same thread: http://www.nabble.com/forum/ViewPost.jtp?post=14076398framed=y I thought it was a pretty good list. And it doesn't look like I'm going to be able to afford a K3 anytime soon, either. Bill Coleman, AA4LR, PP-ASELMail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Quote: Not within a thousand years will man ever fly! -- Wilbur Wright, 1901 ___ 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
