[Elecraft] K3: Anyone need help with the switch-customization (macro) feature?

[Wayne Burdick]

Some of us get a little woozy thinking about creating macros on  
products that offer this capability. And yet: this feature is perfect  
for automating multiple switch presses on your K3.

If you're hesitant to try it and need a little help with the details,  
feel free to email me privately, or to post your question on the web,  
or of course you can email k3support. No question is too simple.

Our goal is to make this so easy that everyone can take advantage of  
it. We'll keep improving the instructions and samples based on your  
feedback.

73,
Wayne
N6KR

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 macro M4 tap/hold

[Wayne Burdick]

On Oct 28, 2009, at 11:48 PM, Paul Kirley wrote:

> Wayne sed:
> When you assign an Mx switch to a macro (or as a menu shortcut), the
> firmware checks to see if that Mx switch now has *both* tap and hold
> functions assigned. If not, it sets both of them to the same
> assignment (the macro or the menu shortcut). This avoids some
> potential side effects. You can always assign both tap and hold
> functions to a single Mx switch at any time.
>
> An Mx switch that is assigned to a macro or a menu shortcut is
> temporarily unavailable for message play. To restore it to message
> play, select CW mode, then tap Mx, tap REC, then tap Mx again. It will
> now function for message play in both CW/DATA and voice modes (if you
> have the DVR).
>
> ***
>
> Thank you for that explanation.  After a bit of thought, I have  
> realized
> that it implies that a pair of toggle macros, such as I created to
> switch to and from QRP, ought to be both assigned to the same Mx  
> switch
> (one to tap, one to hold), rather than to two different Mx switches.
>
> So I have now assigned my two macros to M4T and M4H and am happy  
> with the
> result.

This is a great idea for two macros that are related. Thanks for the  
report--

Wayne
N6KR



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[Elecraft] K3 macro M4 tap/hold

[Paul Kirley]

Wayne sed:
When you assign an Mx switch to a macro (or as a menu shortcut), the  
firmware checks to see if that Mx switch now has *both* tap and hold  
functions assigned. If not, it sets both of them to the same  
assignment (the macro or the menu shortcut). This avoids some  
potential side effects. You can always assign both tap and hold  
functions to a single Mx switch at any time.

An Mx switch that is assigned to a macro or a menu shortcut is  
temporarily unavailable for message play. To restore it to message  
play, select CW mode, then tap Mx, tap REC, then tap Mx again. It will  
now function for message play in both CW/DATA and voice modes (if you  
have the DVR).

***

Thank you for that explanation.  After a bit of thought, I have realized
that it implies that a pair of toggle macros, such as I created to 
switch to and from QRP, ought to be both assigned to the same Mx switch
(one to tap, one to hold), rather than to two different Mx switches.

So I have now assigned my two macros to M4T and M4H and am happy with the
result.

73, Paul W8TM

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Re: [Elecraft] CQWW SSB observations

[gdaught6]

Gary wrote...

> We put my K3 on the 80M spot feeding an Alpha 87 into a 4-square  
> dipole array,
> and ran it the full 48 hrs when propagation allowed without  
> malfunction. 

I worked you with a K3 and an Alpha-76, feeding either a 4-sq or a switchable 
pair of  
80m quads.   

> Rumor has it (second hand) that some Contesters are now shying away  
> from the K3
> due to it's complexity, but not necessarily it's performance. As a  
> relatively
> experienced owner I had no problem running what I consider to be  
> excellent
> radio. I've owned or operated most of the modern rigs sold in the  
> last 15 years,
> and find the K3 (and my IC-765) to be the best of the group.

I've never heard such a rumor.  I DO KNOW FOR SURE that several very serious 
multi-op contest stations have converted to 100% K3's.

73,



George T Daughters, K6GT
CU in the California QSO Party (CQP)
October 3-4, 2009


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[Elecraft] CQWW SSB observations

[Gary and Kathleen Pearse]

I was offered a chair at the recent KL7RA M/M CQWW effort, so I drove  
550 miles
as quickly as possible to get set up with my K3. The other four rigs  
were all
IC-781's. I had opped locally with them during the last Solar Cycle.  
Since then,
Rich relocated and built a new station on the Kenai Peninsula to the  
south.
There's much better propagation from KL7 from that location, and his  
scores will
improve.

We put my K3 on the 80M spot feeding an Alpha 87 into a 4-square  
dipole array,
and ran it the full 48 hrs when propagation allowed without  
malfunction. Most
of the ops (7) had no major problems interfacing with the rig. Some were
skeptical at first but learned the important controls, and a minority  
just
passed it off as a one-owner radio not suitable for M/M Contesting  
due to it's
initial complexity.

The NB, and occasionally the NR, were required on a westerly heading  
due noise
re-radiation from the nearby 160M vertical. They both worked very  
well. I
adjusted the AGC slope and threshold, and we all set the filter  
offset and width
to our own needs to provide best audio. Both of my 2.7 and 2.1  
filters were used
as required. We never used the second receiver with duplicate  
filters. The
recently installed optional voice keyer worked perfectly, as did the  
VOX,
providing the adjacent station noise was compensated for by setting  
the VOX
floor in the CONFIG menu. The Manual was available for everyone to  
refer to, as
was I.

The biggest complaints and temporary problems arose from the Tap vs.  
Hold
functions (how much is each, etc.), and inadvertently touching the wrong
button(s). Nobody really got too lost, but there were some anxious  
moments as
they figured out what had happened. Most were used to bigger simpler  
radios, so
the somewhat cramped controls gave some the fits. I wished to try it  
on the more
crowed bands and in the huge pileups (especially JA's on 15), but  
that was not
to be.

What might be helpful for new ops would be a way to selectively  
enable certain
functions, and lock/disable the unneeded. Also, an "OP preference"  
control list
would be nice so one could quickly return to their favorite settings  
after
following others in the chair.

Rumor has it (second hand) that some Contesters are now shying away  
from the K3
due to it's complexity, but not necessarily it's performance. As a  
relatively
experienced owner I had no problem running what I consider to be  
excellent
radio. I've owned or operated most of the modern rigs sold in the  
last 15 years,
and find the K3 (and my IC-765) to be the best of the group.

73, Gary NL7Y


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[Elecraft] K1 for Sale

[jimimaxi2]

I have a  K1 for sale. Less than one year old. Almost a 10 of 10 - one very 
slight paint ding on top of right side. 

80m and 15m two band board. KBT1 Internal battery option. 

Works nicely. 

I am looking to sell in order to buy a K2. I love building kits. 



I am asking $400 + S/H (Or good offer.) to USA only. 



Jim 

KC2ROF 


 
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Re: [Elecraft] Digital Output Line in ACC

[Craig D. Smith]

<> DIGOUT1 is an open-drain output that can be used to turn on loads by 
<> pulling them to ground. The DIGOUT1 line is controlled from the menu
(CONFIG:DIGOUT1). 
<> DIGOUT1 is "per-band" (and also "per-antenna" if you have a KAT3 ATU
installed).

Thanks for the idea, Wayne!   I'm starting to get the station ready for CW
SS.  I run two XMIT antennas for SS, a horizontal G5RV and an all-band
vertical, switching frequently between them.  It's always been somewhat of a
nuisance to see which one is selected by looking at the ant 1, ant 2 legend
on the K3.  My K3 is off to the side of the monitor and keyboard and
requires turning my head and refocusing.  The legends are monochromatic and
very small and I'm old and wear reading glasses.  This gets tiresome,
especially at 3 AM.  When I read your post earlier today, it occurred to me
that DIGOUT1 could solve this problem.  Here's what I did:

I built a custom LED display on a small piece of PCB which is mounted
directly under my computer monitor.  I used two green rectangular LEDs and
two red rectangular LEDs.  The green ones are glued end-to-end making a long
slender horizontal bar.  The red ones are also glued-end-to end making a
slender vertical bar.  They are configured in a capital T configuration,
with the green on top.  The green represents the horizontal antenna and the
red the vertical.  A twisted shielded pair cable takes DIGOUT1 and return
from the ACC connector and +12V from the K3 12V out to the PCB.  Two 2N3904s
and 4 resistors on the PCB accomplish the switching logic and LED drive.
Took only a couple of minutes to configure the DIGOUT1 signal to "ON" on
each band when ant 1 is selected.

Have it installed now, and it is a welcome addition!  Not only is the
display now in my field of vision, I have both a color clue and an
orientation clue (horizontal and vertical lines) as to which antenna is
selected.  Bring on the SS ;>)   Thanks again, Wayne, for the idea and
especially for all the flexibility you've built into the K3!

73   Craig  AC0DS

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 switch macro ideas?

[Joe Planisky]

Here's one I've not seen yet.  It's a DSB setup I use for listening to  
AM SW broadcasts.

SWT13;SWT13;SB1;MD1;MD$2;LN1;BW0400;BW$0400;

Thats

A>B
A>B
Sub RX ON
Main RX mode LSB
Sub RX mode USB
Link main/sub VFOs
Main RX Width 4 kHz
Sub RX Width 4 kHz

I haven't found a way to ensure that both main & sub RX are on the  
same antenna. Does such a command exist?

73
--
Joe KB8AP

On Oct 27, 2009, at 4:13 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

> Anyone care to scan the entire Programmer's Reference and suggest some
> new macros we haven't thought of? The only rule is that it has to be
> useful :)
>
> Here's the latest update:
>
>   http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K3_Pgmr%27s_Ref_Rev_C6.pdf
>
> We're getting very close to a beta release, so you'll be able to put
> your ideas to the test.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
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Re: [Elecraft] Central Tendency of K2 PCB Solder Pad Widths?

[Don Wilhelm]

Jeff,

You may be splitting hairs, but I prefer a 1.60 mm ( 1/16 inch) chisel 
tip for most of my soldering.
The flat on the tip allows sufficient area to conduct heat onto most 
solder pads, and work well for me.

More important than the size of the tip is to heat both the solder pad 
and the component lead so you can see the solder flow out to an almost 
invisible edge on both the pad and the lead.  If that happens in less 
than 2 seconds, the iron is too hot, but if it takes longer than 3 
seconds, the iron temperature is too low.  The temperature required will 
vary depending on the surface area of the solder pad and the 'weight' of 
the component lead - the larger areas will conduct heat away from the 
point to be soldered more quickly and require a tip with more mass or a 
higher temperature.

Experiment a bit until you are comfortable with the task.

73,
Don W3FPR

Jeff T. Casey wrote:
> Hi gang,
>
> This document on the Elecraft web site,
> http://bit.ly/solderingtips
> says,
> "[Soldering iron] tip width will normally be in the range of 1/32" (0.79mm) 
> through 1/8" (3.2mm), depending upon the width of the pad to which you are 
> soldering. The width of the tip selected should be about 75% to 90% of the 
> width of the pad."
>
> What would you estimate to be the median or modal (or just typical ;-) solder 
> pad width on the K2's circuit boards?
>
> Or, to be more direct, which of the following soldering tip widths would be 
> best for use in building a K2: 0.80 mm, 1.19 mm, 1.60 mm, or 2.40 mm?
>
> Or am I just splitting hairs?
>
> Thanks very much, 73 & 72,
> Jeff
> NE2J (formerly WB5GWB)
>   
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Central Tendency of K2 PCB Solder Pad Widths?

[Ron D'Eau Claire]

I use a 1.6 mm chisel tip on my Hakko 936 soldering station for 99.9% of my
circuit board work including building and modifying the Elecraft K2, KX1, XV
transverters, and a variety of mini-modules, homebrewing lots of stuff and
repairing commercial gear. 

The challenge is to transfer heat efficiently. Whoever wrote the Elecraft
doc on soldering was trying to give readers some way to judge whether a
given tip is "about right", but don't take 85%-95% of the trace width too
seriously. 

Normally I place the flat side of the 1.6 mm chisel tip right against the
joint to be soldered and then add solder. If the pad is extremely tiny, I
just use the side of the chisel tip. 

Solder should flow around the joint in about three seconds if the heat
transfer is correct. The danger to the pc board trace is in letting the iron
sit on the trace too long. Eventually the heat will debond the trace from
the board. That has very little to do with the temperature of the iron (as
long as it's hot enough to melt solder) and almost everything to do with the
length of time the iron is on the trace. Many folks make the mistake of
using too low of an iron temperature, requiring a long "dwell" time on the
trace, and are disappointed to see it debond even though the iron
temperature was at 700F or below. I normally solder at 750F or 800F.

I switch tips (or irons) when soldering to a large surface area of copper,
such as the ground plane covering one side of some boards or a coaxial
connector. A whole side of a pc board plated with copper or the big fittings
on coax connectors will immediately absorb and dissipate the heat. A large
tip helps transfer heat quickly, but you should still have an iron capable
of delivering the calories of heat needed. For example, my favorite coaxial
cable connector soldering iron, especially for soldering the braid to a
SO-239 connector, is a Weller 275 watt D-550 soldering gun I've had since
about 1955.

(All I have to do is wave that big gun near most circuit boards and I'm sure
I can see them cringe!)

Ron AC7AC

 
-Original Message-
Hi gang,

This document on the Elecraft web site,
http://bit.ly/solderingtips
says,
"[Soldering iron] tip width will normally be in the range of 1/32" (0.79mm)
through 1/8" (3.2mm), depending upon the width of the pad to which you are
soldering. The width of the tip selected should be about 75% to 90% of the
width of the pad."

What would you estimate to be the median or modal (or just typical ;-)
solder pad width on the K2's circuit boards?

Or, to be more direct, which of the following soldering tip widths would be
best for use in building a K2: 0.80 mm, 1.19 mm, 1.60 mm, or 2.40 mm?

Or am I just splitting hairs?

Thanks very much, 73 & 72,
Jeff
NE2J (formerly WB5GWB)

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 utility for Mac updated!

[Dick Dievendorff]

The guy to thank is David Fleming, W4SMT, who puts in a lot of work on the
Mac and Linux versions of the K3 Utility.  He's also a colleague that offers
very constructive ideas as he wades through a lot of code. 

Dick, K6KR


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From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe Planisky
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 7:38 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 utility for Mac updated!

I just noticed that the Mac OS X version of the K3 Utility has been  
updated!  If it was announced, I missed it.  In any case, thanks  
guys!  Now for some macro fun...:-)

73
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[Elecraft] K3 utility for Mac updated!

[Joe Planisky]

I just noticed that the Mac OS X version of the K3 Utility has been  
updated!  If it was announced, I missed it.  In any case, thanks  
guys!  Now for some macro fun...:-)

73
--
Joe KB8AP

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[Elecraft] Central Tendency of K2 PCB Solder Pad Widths?

[Jeff T. Casey]

Hi gang,

This document on the Elecraft web site,
http://bit.ly/solderingtips
says,
"[Soldering iron] tip width will normally be in the range of 1/32" (0.79mm) 
through 1/8" (3.2mm), depending upon the width of the pad to which you are 
soldering. The width of the tip selected should be about 75% to 90% of the 
width of the pad."

What would you estimate to be the median or modal (or just typical ;-) solder 
pad width on the K2's circuit boards?

Or, to be more direct, which of the following soldering tip widths would be 
best for use in building a K2: 0.80 mm, 1.19 mm, 1.60 mm, or 2.40 mm?

Or am I just splitting hairs?

Thanks very much, 73 & 72,
Jeff
NE2J (formerly WB5GWB)

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Screen

[chen dave]

Yes, LP-Bridge works very well.
Only issus I met is when I set K3's RS232 port for PTT/CW,and use
SpectraVue(SDR-IQ),
because SpectraVue always set RTS/DTR to high. so K3 will enter the transmit
mode.
 Several months ago, I wrote an email to Larry N8LP, ask if it is
possible to provide a function to set given virtual port's DTR/RTS to low.
Larry told me he will put this into requirement list.

73 de ba4rf/David

On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 11:02 PM, Robert Beard wrote:

> Hi Joe,
>
> Each of these apps requires its own serial port - a dilemma, since the K3
> has only one
>
> One solution is to install LP_Bridge. (See the LP-PAN site.)
> This app connects SDR to the K3 and provides three additional virtual
> ports.
> We are using it here at the ranch to run SDR, Skimmer, and N1MM
> simultaneously.
>
> 73
>
> Rob, N6VX
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 macro M4 tap/hold

[Wayne Burdick]

On Oct 28, 2009, at 6:11 PM, Paul Kirley wrote:

> I have just updated my K3 Utility and Firmware to 1.2.10.27 and 3.52,
> respectively.
>
> I wrote two simple macros, which I put into the Utility's Macro1 and  
> Macro2 spots...But I now find that either tapping or holding M3 or  
> M4 executes a macro. Should this be?

When you assign an Mx switch to a macro (or as a menu shortcut), the  
firmware checks to see if that Mx switch now has *both* tap and hold  
functions assigned. If not, it sets both of them to the same  
assignment (the macro or the menu shortcut). This avoids some  
potential side effects. You can always assign both tap and hold  
functions to a single Mx switch at any time.

An Mx switch that is assigned to a macro or a menu shortcut is  
temporarily unavailable for message play. To restore it to message  
play, select CW mode, then tap Mx, tap REC, then tap Mx again. It will  
now function for message play in both CW/DATA and voice modes (if you  
have the DVR).

>
> In general, I find the procedure for accessing messages and macros  
> with
> M1 - M4 to be confusing.  As I understand it, holding a message M4  
> should
> (and did, before macroing) repeat the message on CW, while it is  
> necessary
> to hold REC before being able to access the other message M4.  On  
> the other
> hand, accessing the second group of 4 macros should proceed merely  
> by holding
> M buttons.

Message bank 1 and bank 2 selection (REC hold) is an independent  
operation. It just determines which of the two banks are available for  
use with M1-M4. But as I mentioned above, once you've assigned a given  
Mx switch to macros or menu shortcuts, it is not available for  
messages. The others will be.

>
> Which result should holding M4 produce, if a macro is assigned to  
> M4H while a
> Bank 1 message is assigned to M4T?  Repeated message, or macro  
> execution?

M4 tap and hold would both produce the macro. To get repeating  
messages with M4 you'd have to recover its message function as  
explained above.

Wayne

>
> 73, Paul W8TM
>
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[Elecraft] New Macro for Audio

[van fair]

Many of us old-timers do not hear the same with both ears. Is there any way 
with this new system to make the audio from VFO A (both speakers) be louder or 
softer in the right ear than it is in the left and vice versa. This could be a 
1 time adjustment that adds Xdb to the left or the right The volume control 
could then take care of the level with 1 speaker slightly louder than the other 
when heard by a person with normal hearing, When using two receivers, each 
already has its own volume control. Anybody else have this problem??? It is 
mostly needed when using dual speakers. Van W4GIW
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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] dual RX anomaly?

[David Gilbert]

The subreceiver is much better shielded than the main.  When I first got 
my K3 (#2623) last winter I had loud spurs all over the place in the 
main receiver (even after carefully optimizing cable placement) but the 
very few that I could hear in the subreceiver were weak. 

SIG RMV took care of everything, of course.

73,
Dave   AB7E



David F. Reed wrote:
> I note an apparent anomaly with my K3 using dual RX...
>
> say I tune to 24.953.43 with both main and sub; in the main RX I hear a 
> tone (apparently a spurious signal, as no antenna is connected).  I do 
> not hear it on the sub receiver; if I swap A/B it stays with the main.  
> If I tune main or sub off slightly for a different pitch, it tracks main 
> only.
>
> Is it possible I have a slight spur that only affects the main RX?
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> FWIW, its not a big problem; when I connect an antenna, it is barely 
> detectable through the noise.
>
> Thoughts?
>
> Thanks & 73 de Dave, W5SV
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[Elecraft] Re： Elecraft moving this week to la rger quarters

[Johnny Siu]

Hello Eric,

Congratulation!!

Again, classic business school successful case.  A company with stable income 
and innovative products now takes the opportunity in the downturn to negotiate 
a good commercial due.

As a facilities manager / chartered surveyor by profession, as a matter of 
curiosity,  could you please advise me what % of rent / price reduction has 
been for the past 18 months in your locality.  From your message about the 
relocation, it seems that the rent / price drops substantially.

73

Johnny Siu VR2XMC





寄件人﹕ "Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft" 
收件人 Elecraft Reflector 
傳送日期﹕ 四, 10月 29, 2009 7:09:30 AM
主題： [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all 
of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility. 
2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a 
great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)

We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the weekend.) 

Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech 
support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department 
will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday. 
Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and 
available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course 
the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails 
we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.

We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)

Here's a picture of the new building:
http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg

73, Eric  WA6HHQ

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[Elecraft] K3 macro M4 tap/hold

[Paul Kirley]

I have just updated my K3 Utility and Firmware to 1.2.10.27 and 3.52, 
respectively.

I wrote two simple macros, which I put into the Utility's
Macro1 and Macro2 spots.  They are:
Pwr=4   pc004;
and
Pwr=100 pc100;
These are intended to save wear and tear on the encoder when switching
to and from QRP.

In the K3's MACRO CONFIG menu item, I assigned
Macro1 to M3H (M3 hold)
and
Macro2 to M4H (M4 hold)

But I now find that either tapping or holding M3 or M4 executes a macro.  
Should this be?

BTW, I had previously filled in both banks of CW memories M1 - M4 with short 
messages, and didn't bother to erase them.  I now find that either in Bank 1
or in Bank 2, pressing M3 or M4 results in macro execution.  M1 and M2 continue
to produce the assigned CW, differently in Bank 1 and Bank 2, as intended.

In general, I find the procedure for accessing messages and macros with
M1 - M4 to be confusing.  As I understand it, holding a message M4 should 
(and did, before macroing) repeat the message on CW, while it is necessary 
to hold REC before being able to access the other message M4.  On the other
hand, accessing the second group of 4 macros should proceed merely by holding 
M buttons.  

Which result should holding M4 produce, if a macro is assigned to M4H while a 
Bank 1 message is assigned to M4T?  Repeated message, or macro execution?

73, Paul W8TM


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Re: [Elecraft] TMp Cable and Allen Wrench Envelope

[Franz Nieberding]

Thank you, Doug, that gave me all the info I needed. I have the BNC-connector 
installed, so I will leave it for later, just in case...
Thank you and 73s de Franz, DK1ii



- Ursprüngliche Mail 
> Von: Doug Joyce 
> An: Franz Nieberding 
> Gesendet: Donnerstag, den 29. Oktober 2009, 1:37:16 Uhr
> Betreff: Re: [Elecraft] TMp Cable and Allen Wrench Envelope
> 
> Franz:  You didn't indicate whether or not you have the KRX3 subreceiver
> installed in your K3.  If you do there are two ways to connect the KRX3 to
> an antenna.  Ref the "Main and SubReceiver Antenna Routing" section in the
> K3 Owner's Manual  (pg 40 - 42 in my Rev D1 version).
> 
> If the "spare" TMP cable is 12" long then it is likely to be used for an
> optional setup for the KRX3 Antenna Input.  Ref the "Auxiliary KRX3 Antenna
> Input (Optional)" section of the KRX3 Installation and Operation Manual, pg
> 24 in my  Rev C version).  The "spare" 12" TMP cable is used to connect the
> KRX3 to its antenna via the KAT3 Antenna Tuner.   Ref the "Installing KRX3
> AUX RF (ANT) Connector" section in the K3 Assembly Manual  (pg 19 in my Rev
> F version).  The 12" TMP cable is not used if the KRX3 AUX RF (ANT) BNC
> Connector  has been installed, but is included in the kit if you wish to
> change the wiring configuration later.
> 
> As to the Allen keys - there should be two supplied with the kit.  The large
> one is for the set screws on the two main VFO knobs (A & B), the smaller one
> is for the set screw on all the other smaller knobs.
> 
> Hope that helps and enjoy your new K3.
> 
> 73  Doug,  VE3MV
> K3/100 s/n 2432
> 
> 
> - Original Message - 
> From: "Franz Nieberding" 
> To: 
> Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:55 PM
> Subject: [Elecraft] TMp Cable and Allen Wrench Envelope
> 
> 
> > Hi all,
> > I am a proud new owner of a K3, which was handcarried by a friend to
> Europe. After a week or so he sent me two little envelopes, one with a TMP
> cable, one with a Allen wrench. I couldn't find a hint what to do with these
> little parts, are they a sparepart/tool for just in case or did I miss
> something and they are needed to bring the nice new toy up to speed? Maybe
> somebody can tell me, please.
> > 73s de Franz, DK1II
> > S/N 3535
> >
> >
> >
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

[Larry - K2GN]

Sure.
I have several macros in the Commander module of DXLab that control the K3.
As a fact of fact, the are 2 sliders built into Commander for the filters.
There 16 buttons and 4 sliders that can be programmed for use from the 
Commander.
Great tool.

de K2GN/Larry
K3 - S/N 3278


- Original Message - 
From: "Mike" 
To: 
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 7:48 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros


> Can a macro be executed from a program?
> Thanks,
> Mike NF4L
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[elelist984]

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

[Dick Dievendorff]

If you assign, for example, the PF1 function to a macro, then you can send
the string "SWH45;" command from your program (or my program!) to simulate
HOLDing the PF1 key.  I just tried it.  The macro executed, and its label
appeared in VFO B.

Dick, K6KR


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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:56 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

No, from a program I wrote.

Dick Dievendorff wrote:
> You mean like the K3 Utility Command tester?  Sure, tap or hold the
relevant
> key with an SWT or SWH command.
>
> Dick, K6KR
>
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Re: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Bill K9YEQ]

Joe,  

Thanks for the info!  This one does the job! How Sweet! I programmed my
unused M1 to set me straight when I have been doing "stuff".  Now I can just
hit the mem and away we go to where I wanna go!!!

SWT13;SWT13;DV1;LN1;


73,

Bill
K9YEQ


-Original Message-
From: Joe Subich, W4TV [mailto:li...@subich.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:29 PM
To: 'Bill K9YEQ'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO



Try:  SWT13;SWT13:SB1;DV1;LN1;  

You can also skip the SB1; which is assumed in DV1; 

73, 

   ... Joe, W4TV 
 


> -Original Message-
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> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill K9YEQ
> Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:49 PM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO
> 
> 
> I missed including the Macro:
> 
> SWT13;SWT13;SB1;DV2;LN2
> 
> I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB 
> is in diversity mode and get the VFO's to match and be 
> linked.  I can execute and get the A=B but the rest doesn't 
> work.  Suggestions!
> 
>  
> Bill
> K9YEQ
> K2-#35 (2 more), KX1-#35, K3, TS2000, IC7000, etc.
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

[Mike]

No, from a program I wrote.

Dick Dievendorff wrote:
> You mean like the K3 Utility Command tester?  Sure, tap or hold the relevant
> key with an SWT or SWH command.
>
> Dick, K6KR
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

[Dick Dievendorff]

You mean like the K3 Utility Command tester?  Sure, tap or hold the relevant
key with an SWT or SWH command.

Dick, K6KR


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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:49 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

Can a macro be executed from a program?
Thanks,
Mike NF4L


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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[NZ0T]

But, but, but

My W2!!!

Just kidding.  Congrats on the new digs!!

73, Bill nz0t

Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote:
> 
> We'll be shipping tomorrow, but not Friday.  Hard to ship when 
> everything is on moving trucks. ;-)
> 
> Monday we'll be shipping as usual.
> 
> 73, Eric
> ===
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> Gary W. Marklund wrote:
>> Does this mean no shipping until Monday?
>>
>> Gary
>> KJ7RT
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Re: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Wayne Burdick]

Required.

Wayne
N6KR


On Oct 28, 2009, at 4:37 PM, Ed Muns wrote:

> Is there a ; at the end (after LN2)?
>
> Ed - W0YK
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>> -Original Message-
>> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
>> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill K9YEQ
>> Sent: Wednesday, 28 October, 2009 15:49
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO
>>
>> I missed including the Macro:
>>
>> SWT13;SWT13;SB1;DV2;LN2
>>
>> I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB
>> is in diversity mode and get the VFO's to match and be
>> linked.  I can execute and get the A=B but the rest doesn't
>> work.  Suggestions!
>>
>>
>> Bill
>> K9YEQ
>> K2-#35 (2 more), KX1-#35, K3, TS2000, IC7000, etc.
>>
>>
>>
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[Elecraft] K3 Programming & macros

[Mike]

Can a macro be executed from a program?
Thanks,
Mike NF4L


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Re: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Ed Muns]

Is there a ; at the end (after LN2)?

Ed - W0YK

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> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill K9YEQ
> Sent: Wednesday, 28 October, 2009 15:49
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO
> 
> I missed including the Macro:
> 
> SWT13;SWT13;SB1;DV2;LN2
> 
> I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB 
> is in diversity mode and get the VFO's to match and be 
> linked.  I can execute and get the A=B but the rest doesn't 
> work.  Suggestions!
> 
>  
> Bill
> K9YEQ
> K2-#35 (2 more), KX1-#35, K3, TS2000, IC7000, etc.
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

We'll be shipping tomorrow, but not Friday.  Hard to ship when 
everything is on moving trucks. ;-)

Monday we'll be shipping as usual.

73, Eric
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> Gary
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Bill K9YEQ]

Nice 1/4's


73,

Bill
K9YEQ
K2 #35; KX1 #35; K3 #1744; mini mods
ATS-3B
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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ,
Elecraft
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:10 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all 
of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility. 
2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a 
great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)

We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the weekend.) 

Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech 
support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department 
will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday. 
Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and 
available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course 
the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails 
we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.

We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)

Here's a picture of the new building:
http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg

73, Eric  WA6HHQ

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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[C. J. Hawley]

Super. Well deserved. Thanks for the excellent and rapid service your company 
provides.
But how did I get so lucky to order the accessories for my K2 last week without 
knowing you would be moving? Stuff should be here tomorrow.

Regards and best of luck in your new facility, 
Chuck, KE9UW

 Original message 
>Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:09:30 -0700
>From: "Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft"   
>Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters  
>To: Elecraft Reflector 
>
>Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all 
>of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility. 
>2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a 
>great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)
>
>We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the weekend.) 
>
>Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech 
>support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department 
>will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday. 
>Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and 
>available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course 
>the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails 
>we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.
>
>We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)
>
>Here's a picture of the new building:
>http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg
>
>73, Eric  WA6HHQ
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

Just down the road. Same Aptos mailing address (PO BOX 69).

73, Eric

Bob Tellefsen wrote:
> Way to go, Eric.
> And just where might this magnificent new
> abode be located?
> 73, Bob N6WG
>
> - Original Message - From: "Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft" 
> 
> To: "Elecraft Reflector" 
> Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:09 PM
> Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters
>
>
>> Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all
>> of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility.
>> 2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a
>> great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)
>>
>> We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the 
>> weekend.)
>>
>> Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech
>> support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department
>> will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday.
>> Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and
>> available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course
>> the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails
>> we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.
>>
>> We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)
>>
>> Here's a picture of the new building:
>> http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg
>>
>> 73, Eric  WA6HHQ
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

Try:  SWT13;SWT13:SB1;DV1;LN1;  

You can also skip the SB1; which is assumed in DV1; 

73, 

   ... Joe, W4TV 
 


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> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill K9YEQ
> Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:49 PM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO
> 
> 
> I missed including the Macro:
> 
> SWT13;SWT13;SB1;DV2;LN2
> 
> I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB 
> is in diversity mode and get the VFO's to match and be 
> linked.  I can execute and get the A=B but the rest doesn't 
> work.  Suggestions!
> 
>  
> Bill
> K9YEQ
> K2-#35 (2 more), KX1-#35, K3, TS2000, IC7000, etc.
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Dick Dievendorff]

Diversity On is DV1; not DV2;

I don't think you want to also link VFOs with diversity on. As I understand
diversity, both main and sub receivers are controlled by VFO A.

Therefore you shouldn't need to equalize or link the VFOs.

If in a subsequent macro you want to turn on VFO linking, it's LN1; not LN2;


So to turn on diversity you need this macro: DV1;

There's an example that includes turning on diversity in the "Sample Macros"
section of K3 Utility Help. It is in the help text for the command tester/K3
Macros tab page.  I put all the programmer's reference samples in Help and
you can copy and paste them in to your Macro Editor.

Dick, K6KR


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To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] k3 MACRO

I missed including the Macro:

SWT13;SWT13;SB1;DV2;LN2

I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB is in diversity
mode and get the VFO's to match and be linked.  I can execute and get the
A=B but the rest doesn't work.  Suggestions!

 
Bill
K9YEQ
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Mike]

Congratulations! Well deserved success.

There will be a housewarming party?

73, Mike NF4L

Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote:
> Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all 
> of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility. 
> 2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a 
> great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)
>
> We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the weekend.) 
>
> Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech 
> support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department 
> will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday. 
> Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and 
> available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course 
> the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails 
> we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.
>
> We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)
>
> Here's a picture of the new building:
> http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg
>
> 73, Eric  WA6HHQ
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Gary W. Marklund]

Does this mean no shipping until Monday?

Gary
KJ7RT

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[Mike]

100% correct Eric. I've pushed pretty hard. I don't want to push the 
shaft thru the encoder...
As close as I can measure, they're off the front panel 3/32". That on 
all the way?

73, Mike NF4L

Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft wrote:
> This sounds like he is not talking about the concentric knobs on the 
> AF/RF gain pots (which have a set screw).
>
> It sounds like the push on knobs used for the four mechanical encoders 
> just to the left of the VFO knob. Those push on knobs fit very snugly 
> and he may not be pushing them on all the way.
>
> 73, Eric  WA6HHQ


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Re: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[Mike]

Sorry, but I have to meet my reading tutor now. I misread the thread. I 
blame it on that speed reading course I never took. :-[

I'm referring to the 4 knob set [shift,width,speed,cmp].

Mike NF4L


Grant Youngman wrote:
> On Oct 28, 2009, at 4:13 PM, Mike wrote:
>
>   
>> My kit came with the new knobs. They don't seem to go onto the shaft
>> very far. So far no breakage, but two different ones have come of  
>> while
>> I was turning them.
>> 
>
>
> Maybe just tighten them a bit more?  Best way to get them really deep  
> on the shaft is to hit 'em with a hammer :-)   (Please don't do that.   
> Sometimes I feel like you can't make any comment on a reflector  
> without an appropriate disclaimer)
>
> Shoot, I haven't any trouble with my original concentric knobs  
> (shipped on ser 2091).  I didn't pull a hamstring tightening them  
> down, and they don't fall off either :-)
>
> Grant/NQ5T
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Bob Tellefsen]

Way to go, Eric.
And just where might this magnificent new
abode be located?
73, Bob N6WG

- Original Message - 
From: "Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft" 
To: "Elecraft Reflector" 
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:09 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters


> Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all
> of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility.
> 2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a
> great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)
>
> We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the weekend.)
>
> Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech
> support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department
> will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday.
> Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and
> available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course
> the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails
> we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.
>
> We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)
>
> Here's a picture of the new building:
> http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg
>
> 73, Eric  WA6HHQ
>
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[Elecraft] Elecraft moving this week to larger quarters

[Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

Thank to the huge response by our customers this year (on the K3 and all 
of our other products) we are moving the company to a larger facility. 
2x the space for about the same cost as where we are now. (This is a 
great time to negotiate for commercial office / R&D / mfg. space..)

We will be moving Thursday and Friday this week (and through the weekend.) 

Please give us a little extra time to respond to emails and tech 
support/parts requests for the next several days. Our sales department 
will be 100% available for email and phones both Thursday and Friday. 
Our tech support group will be on-line for email the whole time and 
available on the phone for some of Thursday, but not Friday. Of course 
the web page and order form will be 100% available.  Any calls or emails 
we don't immediately respond to will be handled first thing next week.

We hope to be up and running full steam this Monday, Nov 2. :-)

Here's a picture of the new building:
http://www.elecraft.com/images/elecraft_new.jpg

73, Eric  WA6HHQ

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[Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Bill K9YEQ]

I missed including the Macro:

SWT13;SWT13;SB1;DV2;LN2

I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB is in diversity
mode and get the VFO's to match and be linked.  I can execute and get the
A=B but the rest doesn't work.  Suggestions!

 
Bill
K9YEQ
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[Eric Swartz -WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

This sounds like he is not talking about the concentric knobs on the 
AF/RF gain pots (which have a set screw).

It sounds like the push on knobs used for the four mechanical encoders 
just to the left of the VFO knob. Those push on knobs fit very snugly 
and he may not be pushing them on all the way.

73, Eric  WA6HHQ


Grant Youngman wrote:
> On Oct 28, 2009, at 4:13 PM, Mike wrote:
>
>   
>> My kit came with the new knobs. They don't seem to go onto the shaft
>> very far. So far no breakage, but two different ones have come of  
>> while
>> I was turning them.
>> 
>
>
> Maybe just tighten them a bit more?  Best way to get them really deep  
> on the shaft is to hit 'em with a hammer :-)   (Please don't do that.   
> Sometimes I feel like you can't make any comment on a reflector  
> without an appropriate disclaimer)
>
> Shoot, I haven't any trouble with my original concentric knobs  
> (shipped on ser 2091).  I didn't pull a hamstring tightening them  
> down, and they don't fall off either :-)
>
> Grant/NQ5T
>
>
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[Elecraft] k3 MACRO

[Bill Johnson]

I would like use the following command to make sure the SUB is in diversity 
mode and get the VFO's to match and be linked.  I can execute and get the A=B 
but the rest doesn't work.  Suggestions!

 
Bill
K9YEQ
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Re: [Elecraft] TMp Cable and Allen Wrench Envelope

[Gary Hinson]

> I am a proud new owner of a K3, which was handcarried by a 
> friend to Europe. After a week or so he sent me two little 
> envelopes, one with a TMP cable, one with a Allen wrench. I 
> couldn't find a hint what to do with these little parts, are 
> they a sparepart/tool for just in case or did I miss 
> something and they are needed to bring the nice new toy up to 
> speed? Maybe somebody can tell me, please.

That cable is for inserting the mojo.

The Allen wrench is needed to remove the VFO knob to reveal the secret
mojo input connector.

Please do not share this information with non-Elecrafties.

Welcome to the family, Franz.

73,
Gary  ZL2iFB


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[Elecraft] TMp Cable and Allen Wrench Envelope

[Franz Nieberding]

Hi all,
I am a proud new owner of a K3, which was handcarried by a friend to Europe. 
After a week or so he sent me two little envelopes, one with a TMP cable, one 
with a Allen wrench. I couldn't find a hint what to do with these little parts, 
are they a sparepart/tool for just in case or did I miss something and they are 
needed to bring the nice new toy up to speed? Maybe somebody can tell me, 
please.
73s de Franz, DK1II
S/N 3535



  
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[Elecraft] (no subject)

[Jim Harris]

Rich,

Thank you for your thoughtful response.  I've copied and pasted your comments 
into a new 
email as I get the digest and cannot answer directly.

To make a long story short your suggestion #3 below led me to turn 
CONFIG:PTT-KEY to OFF-OFF 
and that seems to have corrected the situations.  I would have never guessed 
that since I
had not checked to send PTT through DTR/RTS on COM1 that the K3 would need to 
be told to 
not look for something that wasn't there.  And also, why would that affect 
something in the 
radio that was totally unrelated.  But, alas, greater minds than mine have 
stumbled over 
smaller things.

My thanks to everyone, including Wayne, who expressed an interest in this.

Have a good day and 73.

Jim, W0EM


From: Richard Ferch 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Menu Stuck


 
Jim,
 
This is a bit of a stab in the dark, and may or may not have anything to 
do with what is happening to you, but exactly how many methods are you 
using to do PTT? It sounds as if you may have two or perhaps even three 
methods enabled simultaneously, which is not a good idea and might be 
contributing to the problem by confusing the firmware somehow if the 
hardware and software commands are getting crossed due to slight timing
differences.

 
1) MMTTY is controlling PTT on DTR/RTS on COM4, which you have connected 
to the PTT pin on the ACC connector via a keying circuit.
 
 
2) You are using MMTTY's Radio command, which means MMTTY will be 
sending TX; and RX; commands over COM1 unless you have deliberately 
blanked out the RX and TX boxes in the Commands pane of the MMTTY Radio 
command dialog box.


3) If you happen to have the PTT box checked for DTR/RTS in the MMTTY 
Radio command dialog (top right), MMTTY is also controlling DTR/RTS on 
COM1, and if you have the K3's CONFIG:PTT-KEY set to anything other than 
OFF-xxx, this would also be commanding the K3's PTT on and off.
 
Since you have method 1 implemented via the ACC connector, you don't 
really need MMTTY's Radio command at all, at least not for purposes of 
PTT. If you are using Radio command in order to get radio frequency 
information into MMTTY for logging purposes, you might consider:
 
(a) unchecking the PTT box for DTR/RTS in the MMTTY Radio command dialog 
box; and if this doesn't work or it is already unchecked
(b) clearing out the contents of the Rx and Tx commands in the MMTTY 
Radio command dialog box in order to stop MMTTY from trying to control 
PTT via software.
 
Hope this helps.
 
73,
Rich VE3KI




  
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[Elecraft] 1 button that issues two command strings

[van fair]

TRX manager has added 4 more macro buttons for a total of 8 to the K3 version 
and each has the ability to have one button send two different command strings. 
One when pushed the first time and a different command string the second time. 
The set up is done in TRX manager and not in the K3 system. You right click on 
the TRX macro button you want to program and a window comes up with two command 
lines. In the first you type the commands for what you want to accomplish with 
the first push and on the second command line you enter the string that you 
want to accomplish on the second push. There is a box you check that is labeled 
OFF.

I use this for a tune sequence. I want the K3 to transmit 5 watts  when I hit 
the macro button. It will continue to transmit until I hit it again. With the 
second push it will stop transmitting at 5 watts and return my power level to 
40 watts.  This allows me to use low power to tune  the antenna tuner  and the 
linear with very low power and then tune the linear at full power  using the 
tune control on the K3.  40 watts of drive is 1500 watts from the linear.  The 
two command strings I use are:
PC005;SWH16;
SWH16;PC040;

I dont think this will work with a single macro button straight into the K3 but 
Wayne may be able to discern what Laurent has done in TRX manager and set up 
this same dual command capability in the K3 macro system
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[Grant Youngman]

On Oct 28, 2009, at 4:13 PM, Mike wrote:

> My kit came with the new knobs. They don't seem to go onto the shaft
> very far. So far no breakage, but two different ones have come of  
> while
> I was turning them.


Maybe just tighten them a bit more?  Best way to get them really deep  
on the shaft is to hit 'em with a hammer :-)   (Please don't do that.   
Sometimes I feel like you can't make any comment on a reflector  
without an appropriate disclaimer)

Shoot, I haven't any trouble with my original concentric knobs  
(shipped on ser 2091).  I didn't pull a hamstring tightening them  
down, and they don't fall off either :-)

Grant/NQ5T


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Re: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[Mike]

My kit came with the new knobs. They don't seem to go onto the shaft 
very far. So far no breakage, but two different ones have come of while 
I was turning them.

Mike NF4L

KM5Q wrote:
> Improved knobs are available now. After second time having knobs  
> break, I told factory I would keep my glued-together knobs until they  
> had improved ones available. New ones arrived a few weeks ago with a  
> note saying they are now made of a fiber-reinforced plastic that is  
> much stronger. (Although they look the same.)
>
> Mine are fine so far and I trust they will stay with the radio until  
> it gains antique value.
>
> Windy KM5Q
>
>
> WAS: Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?
>   
>> FWIW I've just had another failure of the little AF knob.  All four
>> nested knobs were replaced already about 3 months ago due to the
>> originals cracking, but one of the new ones has also now cracked and
>> lost a chunk off the end.  I think I saw a rumor here that new
>> stronger knobs (with metal collets?) were being ordered - does anyone
>> know if they are available yet, please?
>>
>> 73,
>> Gary  ZL2iFB
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?; Concentric Knob replacements

[Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

Four encoder knobs are warranted for life. A couple of months ago, 
probably after you received your replacements, we changed the knob 
formulation to include a 10% glass fiber fill, which makes them almost 
impossible to break. In testing them we actually ended up stripping the 
hex head without breaking them on the set screw when trying to -way- 
over tighten them.

All new  K3s shipped for several months have these knobs. Contact 
pa...@elecraft.com and they will send you a new set of the 4 AF/RF 
concentric knobs at no charge. (Two ea. small inner and two ea. outer 
knobs.)

73, Eric  WA6HHQ


Gary Hinson wrote:
> FWIW I've just had another failure of the little AF knob.  All four
> nested knobs were replaced already about 3 months ago due to the
> originals cracking, but one of the new ones has also now cracked and
> lost a chunk off the end.  I think I saw a rumor here that new
> stronger knobs (with metal collets?) were being ordered - does anyone
> know if they are available yet, please?
>
> 73,
> Gary  ZL2iFB
>
>   
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?

[K2QI]

Thank you Don and all the rest that responded.  Thanks for the correction
too regarding encoder/potentiometer.  Apologies for the snafu.

I'll send Aptos an email and see if they can change those encoders out.  It
makes it difficult at times to finely tune whatever it is I'm trying to
adjust in their present condition.

73 de James K2QI

P.S. sorry for the dupe email if you happen to get one; email problems on my
end today...
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 macros

[Edward Dickinson, III]

An accessory that would fit beside the W2 and of the same height could be
interesting. 
W2 width + New Accessory width = K3 width.


Best regards,

Dick - KA5KKT
-

Maybe it could plug into that "funny network" connector on the bottom
of the front panel ;)

~Iain / N6ML

On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 10:41 AM, Ian Maude  wrote:
> You know what?  That is a really great idea!  What about an add on box
that
> gives a bank of programmable buttons?  Should be cheap enough to produce
and
> could give band stacking etc?  It would not have to just be for the sub
but
> could have tap for main, hold for sub etc?
>
> 73 Ian
>
> --
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> SysOp GB7MBC & HB9DRV-9 DX Clusters
> Member RSGB, GQRP 9838, FISTS 14077 | K3 #455
> http://www.amateurradiotraining.org
>
>
> 2009/10/25 Mike Scott 
>
>> >Jaime wrote: I would like to have more programmable switches
>>
>>
>>
>> I keep staring at the triangular space below the K3, I have my mine up on
>> the bale. What a great place to have a row of programmable switches and
an
>> extra set of controls for the sub receiver only. Imagine an AP3
(auxiliary
>> panel) add on.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Mike Scott
>>
>> AE6WA Tarzana, CA
>>
>> K3/100 SN508

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 TX Light

[Guy Olinger K2AV]

The latest utility is 1.2.10.27 (new today).  3.44 is a now superceded
public beta version.

Get utility 1.2.10.27 and latest public beta firmware 3.52.  See if you
still have the problem.

73, Guy.

On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 8:13 AM, Frank MacDonell  wrote:

> I just loaded up the latest version of the K3 Utility (3.44). Using a
> K3 with HRD the monitor (within HRD) shows a CW signal being
> transmitted but the red light does not come on during TX. Is something
> wrong or is this normal protocol? Thank you in advance.
>
> --
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[Elecraft] [K3] quick diversity set up question

[David F. Reed]

Sometimes I manage to confuse myself with simple things; this seems to 
be such a case...

I am practicing setting up for the 160 M. Contest (and of course doing 
some DXing meanwhile).

I want to be using diversity reception, with a dipole on one antenna, 
and a vertical on the other.  I want to be able to (single button push) 
select which antenna I am transmitting on, either split or not, all the 
while keeping diversity reception going on those two antennas.

I would prefer using ANT1 and ANT2 as opposed to other (AUX) RX antenna 
inputs, solely for convenience of the UHF connectors.

My confusion?

I cannot figure out how to do it, or if I have succeeded in doing it 
correctly (like, which antenna is on the sub).  I think after that, it 
is just a question of engaging diversity reception mode, and split, with 
the additional button press while tuning VFO B for the transmit 
frequency and press again?

Thanks & 73 de Dave, W5SV
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[Elecraft] k2 vco alignment problem

[af4lb]

I finally got my k2 #05233 completed and started the alignment process. I ran 
into some issues and decided to go back and re-check the tests for phases I and 
II. The tests during their construction were all ok and on the money. This time 
when I got to the VCO alignment stage the following occurs. Checking the 
voltage at r30 at 4000 hz was adjustable to 6.0 vdc with no problem. The tone 
heard on my headset warbles slowly then faster until the tone gets solid. Any 
movement of the VFO kills the tone but the voltages stay solid on 80 meters. 
When checking the other bands I get 8.3 vdc and it does not change with L30, or 
the VFO. The tone SOMETIMES starts the slow warble thru to solid and the 
voltages are back to the readings during the construction! Using the schematic 
have traced the problem, maybe, to T5. When I touch the transformer the tone 
goes away if it is there and does not come back until I cycle the power to the 
rig. I can hear changes in my headset when probing around 
 the T5 areas. This is the only location I hear any changes. I have removed the 
T5, reworked the leads and reinstalled it with no change. I have verified the 
proper windings per the manual. Thanks in advance for your input. Typical 
readings on 40 m. 1.9 @ 7000 and 3.89 @7300. 
73
Dan   af4lb
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[Elecraft] [K3] dual RX anomaly?

[David F. Reed]

I note an apparent anomaly with my K3 using dual RX...

say I tune to 24.953.43 with both main and sub; in the main RX I hear a 
tone (apparently a spurious signal, as no antenna is connected).  I do 
not hear it on the sub receiver; if I swap A/B it stays with the main.  
If I tune main or sub off slightly for a different pitch, it tracks main 
only.

Is it possible I have a slight spur that only affects the main RX?

Any thoughts?

FWIW, its not a big problem; when I connect an antenna, it is barely 
detectable through the noise.

Thoughts?

Thanks & 73 de Dave, W5SV
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[Elecraft] MMARC (all K3) Special FunXpedition to Frankenstein MO for Halloween

[Tom Hammond]

As in a number of years past, members of the Mid-MO ARC (MMARC), Jefferson
City MO, will sponsor a Special FunXpedition to Frankenstein MO for
Halloween. We will operate Special Event Station W0O.

I had a really kewl image of the special QSL card to insert here, but I
can't attach it because the reflector won't accept file attachments or
embedded images, sorry!

We will begin operation (with luck) about 3 p.m. (2000Z) this Saturday
(October 31st) and run until about 8 a.m. (1300Z) on Sunday (November 1st)
morning. We will have two (2) stations, both Elecraft K3's, on the air as
long as there are QSOs to be made. One station will be CW and the other
will be SSB.

I don't have exact times/frequencies, but I'm kinda guessing we'll
(probably) TRY(!) to hang out around the following frequencies:

  CWSSB
80M  3545   3963
40M  7045   7245
30M 10125  10110
20M 14045  14330
15M 21045  21345
10M 28045  28345

Please try to work us while we're at Frankenstein... we have a GREAT
new QSL card made to confirm QSOs from this event.  IF you work us,

___BE CERTAIN WE HAVE YOUR CALL, NAME AND QTH 'IN THE LOG'___...

We will QSL 100% for all contacts made, and YOU DO NOT have to send
anything(!) to us... no s.a.s.e., no 'green 'stamp', and (please) NO
QSL (we have no place to archive QSLs received and they will just get
in the way, sorry).

NOTE: QSLs will be mailed to your address AS SHOWN IN QRZ.COM!!!  If
that address is NOT correct, now's a great time to fix that with the
FCC.  And if you don't have time to fix it, BUT if you do work us,
___BE SURE to give the operator YOUR CURRENT MAILING ADDRESS___.

There will be yet another FunXpedition to Frankenstein MO as well...
the Warrensburg (MO) Area Amateur Radio Club Inc (WAARCI), will
operate Special Event station N0F from another site in Frankenstein MO
over the same approximate time period.  I believe this group WILL
require, at least, an s.a.s.e. to obtain a confirmation QSL from N0F.
QSL contacts with N0F to WE0G at the address shown in QRZ.COM

73,

Tom Hammond  N0SS   K3 #8
Kent Trimble K9ZTV  K3 #00021

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[Peter Chamalian]

I didn't realize this was a wide spread problem.  I received my new knob set
last Friday.

Pete, W1RM


-Original Message-
From: KM5Q [mailto:k...@mac.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 3:46 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

Improved knobs are available now. After second time having knobs  
break, I told factory I would keep my glued-together knobs until they  
had improved ones available. New ones arrived a few weeks ago with a  
note saying they are now made of a fiber-reinforced plastic that is  
much stronger. (Although they look the same.)

Mine are fine so far and I trust they will stay with the radio until  
it gains antique value.

Windy KM5Q


WAS: Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?
> FWIW I've just had another failure of the little AF knob.  All four
> nested knobs were replaced already about 3 months ago due to the
> originals cracking, but one of the new ones has also now cracked and
> lost a chunk off the end.  I think I saw a rumor here that new
> stronger knobs (with metal collets?) were being ordered - does anyone
> know if they are available yet, please?
>
> 73,
> Gary  ZL2iFB
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Guy Olinger K2AV]

'ends in "30"' is not particularly descriptive, nor did you list your
firmware version. New Macro material in programmer's guide material is going
to require utility 1.2.10.27 and at least beta firmware 3.52 in place.

I wouldn't spend anytime on anything trouble-shooting unless you are at
1.2.10.27 and 3.52.  Field testers and pre-beta testers have been very busy
finding things and Wayne et al have been very busy with fixes on stuff
reported back from the 3.30's and new features.

IMHO everyone not specifically hanging on to the most recent production
firmware should go to utility 1.2.10.27 and public beta firmware 3.52. From
where I sit, there's a huge amount of work under the dam.  After the
upgrade, a retest on any prior problem would be useful.

Just upgraded my last pre-beta to public 3.52.  All seems well.

73, Guy.

On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 1:04 PM, Paul  wrote:

> I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my screens
> don't match up with the manual.
> I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".
>
> Here's the problems:
>
> To create this macro and assign it to a K3 front panel switch, you'll
> need to complete all of steps 1-8 below. Once you've been through the
> process one time, you'll find creating or
> modifying macros very easy.
> 1. Run K3 Utility.
> 2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab. < no K3 Macros tab, just
> "Command Tester"
> 3. Click on the Edit Macros button at the top of the screen. This brings
> up the macro edit window.
> 4. In MACRO 1's Macro Label field, enter the label "SPLIT+2".
> 5. In the Macro Commands field, enter:
> SWT13;SWT13;FT1;UPB5;RT0;XT0;
> Note: The number 5 in the "UPB5" command is not a value in kHz; it is an
> index into a table of step sizes. UPB5
> moves VFO B up 2 kHz, DNB5 moves it down 2 kHz, etc. (there are similar
> commands for VFO A). For the full list of UP/DN command variations, see the
> DN (down) command (page 7).
> 6. Click on Send Macros 1-8 to K3. Exit the edit window by clicking
>  <=== no such "Send Macros 1-8 to K3"
> Save. <=== clicked on SAVE
> < the K3 goes into SPLIT when I click on the Macro button in the
> config util, but VFOB doesn't change at all.
> Never got past this point.
>
>
> .within the Command Tester by clicking on its associated button. (The
> label won't flash on VFO B when this is
> done from K3 Utility - only when using the assigned switch at the K3.)
> 7. At the K3, locate CONFIG:MACRO x menu entry. Tap '1' if the menu
> entry label is not already "MACRO 1".
> 8. Hold PF1 to assign PF1 to MACRO 1. Exit the menu.
>  From then on, using PF1 will flash SPLIT+2 and execute the above sequence
>
> Anyone have any advice?
>
> Thanks
> Paul
> WY7I
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[Elecraft] K3 new GAIN knobs

[KM5Q]

Improved knobs are available now. After second time having knobs  
break, I told factory I would keep my glued-together knobs until they  
had improved ones available. New ones arrived a few weeks ago with a  
note saying they are now made of a fiber-reinforced plastic that is  
much stronger. (Although they look the same.)

Mine are fine so far and I trust they will stay with the radio until  
it gains antique value.

Windy KM5Q


WAS: Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?
> FWIW I've just had another failure of the little AF knob.  All four
> nested knobs were replaced already about 3 months ago due to the
> originals cracking, but one of the new ones has also now cracked and
> lost a chunk off the end.  I think I saw a rumor here that new
> stronger knobs (with metal collets?) were being ordered - does anyone
> know if they are available yet, please?
>
> 73,
> Gary  ZL2iFB
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 macros

[Iain MacDonnell - N6ML]

Maybe it could plug into that "funny network" connector on the bottom
of the front panel ;)

~Iain / N6ML


On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 10:41 AM, Ian Maude  wrote:
> You know what?  That is a really great idea!  What about an add on box that
> gives a bank of programmable buttons?  Should be cheap enough to produce and
> could give band stacking etc?  It would not have to just be for the sub but
> could have tap for main, hold for sub etc?
>
> 73 Ian
>
> --
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> SysOp GB7MBC & HB9DRV-9 DX Clusters
> Member RSGB, GQRP 9838, FISTS 14077 | K3 #455
> http://www.amateurradiotraining.org
>
>
> 2009/10/25 Mike Scott 
>
>> >Jaime wrote: I would like to have more programmable switches
>>
>>
>>
>> I keep staring at the triangular space below the K3, I have my mine up on
>> the bale. What a great place to have a row of programmable switches and an
>> extra set of controls for the sub receiver only. Imagine an AP3 (auxiliary
>> panel) add on.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Mike Scott
>>
>> AE6WA Tarzana, CA
>>
>> K3/100 SN508
>>
>>
>>
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[Elecraft] K2 and split operation

[John Warburton G4IRN]

Hello group

With the K2, is there a way to have different Rx filter widths on VFOa and VFOb 
when operating in split mode and switching between the two VFO's?

In a DX split pileup, it would be useful to be able to listen to DX on narrow 
filter but listen to the pileup on a wide filter (in REV mode).  It appears 
that the filter bandwidth (XFIL) selection applies to both VFO's , unless 
someone can confirm otherwise? 

Thanks,

John G4IRN.
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Re: [Elecraft] HRD and K3 TX Light

[Iain MacDonnell - N6ML]

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 6:28 PM, Frank MacDonell  wrote:
> I just loaded up the 3.44 K3 utility which I am using with the latest
> version of HRD and my K3. Using HRD to key the radio, I noticed the
> red transmit light does not illuminate during CW. Does this sound
> correct?

No... I'm fairly sure that no red LED means no transmit. Are you
making RF? Do you hear any side-tone? What sort of keying interface
are you using? Is VOX on?

~Iain / N6ML
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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] K3 switch macro update

[Richard Squire]

My latest suggestion for a "toggleable" split macro (including SUB on/off):

SWT13;SWT13;SWH13;UPB5;RT0;XT0;SWT48;

I assigned it to PF1 - works flawlessly.
But you'll need the latest Utility.
Just loaded Utility 1.2.10.27 and FW MCU 3.52 - no problem!
This was my third download in 24 hours - looks like Wayne, Lyle etc. are
busy!

I used to stick to "regular" releases - but changing my mind has made my ham
life much more interesting.
Thanks again, Elecraft!

Richard - HB9ANM


I suppose it might be feasible to define pairs of "on" and "off"
macros and combine them into "toggleable" (?) switches (to save
buttons). I'm not sure how the current status could be represented on
the display, though.

I think that a complete macro "undo" is probably not feasible - there
are just too many variables.


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Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?

[Gary Hinson]

I have James.  The Width encoder [not a pot as such] on K3#2887
doesn't always respond while turning.  Elecraft sent me a replacement
part though I haven't actually soldered it in yet - too busy using the
radio!  

FWIW I've just had another failure of the little AF knob.  All four
nested knobs were replaced already about 3 months ago due to the
originals cracking, but one of the new ones has also now cracked and
lost a chunk off the end.  I think I saw a rumor here that new
stronger knobs (with metal collets?) were being ordered - does anyone
know if they are available yet, please?

73,
Gary  ZL2iFB

> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of K2QI
> Sent: Thursday, 29 October 2009 7:36 AM
> To: Elecraft
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?
> 
> No one has experienced anything similar? I'm surprised...
> 
> James K2QI
> 
> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:07 PM, James Sarte 
>  wrote:
> 
> > My 4 knobs (filter shift, width, mic, and pwr) have 
> developed what seems
> > like dead spots where turning them doesn't affect a change. 
>  If I turn the
> > knobs slowly, sometimes the reading on the panel won't 
> adjust.  I've noticed
> > on a friends K3 that has a much newer serial number that 
> those 4 knobs no
> > longer have a detent feel when spinning them, and are much 
> harder to turn
> > but have more accuracy in adjustments.  Was there a change 
> over in terms of
> > component suppliers for those pots?  It seems this problem 
> on my K3 is
> > getting worse.  Should I send back to Aptos for replacement of
those
> > potentiometers?

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?

[Don Butler]

James I had exactly the same problem, in my case with the cmp/pwr/mon
encoder only.  In my case, the encoder shaft was "wobbly" ... lot's of
lateral play, and as I'd rotate it was intermittently nonresponsive.  I
first thought it might be the knob, but found that that wasn't the case
after pulling the knob.  I found that if I put downward leftward pressure on
the shaft as I rotated it the intermittents stopped, so continued to use the
rig.

I called support to ask for a replacement, thinking I could change the
encoder myself, but Dale, K6ZP, pointed out that desoldering the encoders
can be a tricky maneuver and suggested I return the rig for repair (they're
presoldered to the board in K3 kits).  I sent it to Aptos, and he swapped
out all four encoders.  It was a 3 week turnaround in my case.

Your comment about the better accuracy on the newer SNs if interesting.  I
have two K3s ... SN2625 and SN3579 (brand new). the encoders on 3579 are
much tighter than 2635, which had encoders replaced just a few weeks ago
but they're both equally responsive as far as I can tell.

Don, N5LZ



- Original Message -
From: "K2QI" 
To: "Elecraft" 
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 11:36 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?


> No one has experienced anything similar? I'm surprised...
>
> James K2QI
>
> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:07 PM, James Sarte  wrote:
>
> > My 4 knobs (filter shift, width, mic, and pwr) have developed what seems
> > like dead spots where turning them doesn't affect a change.  If I turn
the
> > knobs slowly, sometimes the reading on the panel won't adjust.  I've
noticed
> > on a friends K3 that has a much newer serial number that those 4 knobs
no
> > longer have a detent feel when spinning them, and are much harder to
turn
> > but have more accuracy in adjustments.  Was there a change over in terms
of
> > component suppliers for those pots?  It seems this problem on my K3 is
> > getting worse.  Should I send back to Aptos for replacement of those
> > potentiometers?
> >
> > --
> > 73 de James K2QI
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?

[Ken K3IU]

Nothing here on #202.
73, Ken K3IU
~~~
K2QI wrote:
> No one has experienced anything similar? I'm surprised...
>
> James K2QI
>
> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:07 PM, James Sarte  wrote:
>
>   
>> My 4 knobs (filter shift, width, mic, and pwr) have developed what seems
>> like dead spots where turning them doesn't affect a change.  If I turn the
>> knobs slowly, sometimes the reading on the panel won't adjust.  I've noticed
>> on a friends K3 that has a much newer serial number that those 4 knobs no
>> longer have a detent feel when spinning them, and are much harder to turn
>> but have more accuracy in adjustments.  Was there a change over in terms of
>> component suppliers for those pots?  It seems this problem on my K3 is
>> getting worse.  Should I send back to Aptos for replacement of those
>> potentiometers?
>>
>> --
>> 73 de James K2QI
>>
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Mike]

This applied to V1.2.10.23
Mike

Mike wrote:
> 2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab. 
> This is incorrect. Use #3 below. It's a menu item, and brings up a separate 
> screen.
>
> 3. Click on the Edit Macros button at the top of the screen. This brings 
> up the macro edit window.
>
> It's Edit, then choose Command Tester/K3 Macros..
>
> 73, Mike NF4L
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 potentiometer dead spots?

[K2QI]

No one has experienced anything similar? I'm surprised...

James K2QI

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:07 PM, James Sarte  wrote:

> My 4 knobs (filter shift, width, mic, and pwr) have developed what seems
> like dead spots where turning them doesn't affect a change.  If I turn the
> knobs slowly, sometimes the reading on the panel won't adjust.  I've noticed
> on a friends K3 that has a much newer serial number that those 4 knobs no
> longer have a detent feel when spinning them, and are much harder to turn
> but have more accuracy in adjustments.  Was there a change over in terms of
> component suppliers for those pots?  It seems this problem on my K3 is
> getting worse.  Should I send back to Aptos for replacement of those
> potentiometers?
>
> --
> 73 de James K2QI
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Mike]

2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab. 
This is incorrect. Use #3 below. It's a menu item, and brings up a separate 
screen.

3. Click on the Edit Macros button at the top of the screen. This brings 
up the macro edit window.

It's Edit, then choose Command Tester/K3 Macros..

73, Mike NF4L

Paul wrote:
> I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my screens 
> don't match up with the manual.
> I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".
>
> Here's the problems:
>
> To create this macro and assign it to a K3 front panel switch, you'll 
> need to complete all of steps 1-8 below. Once you've been through the process 
> one time, you'll find creating or 
> modifying macros very easy.
> 1. Run K3 Utility.
> 2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab. < no K3 Macros tab, just 
> "Command Tester"
> 3. Click on the Edit Macros button at the top of the screen. This brings 
> up the macro edit window.
> 4. In MACRO 1's Macro Label field, enter the label "SPLIT+2".
> 5. In the Macro Commands field, enter:
> SWT13;SWT13;FT1;UPB5;RT0;XT0;
> Note: The number 5 in the "UPB5" command is not a value in kHz; it is an 
> index into a table of step sizes. UPB5
> moves VFO B up 2 kHz, DNB5 moves it down 2 kHz, etc. (there are similar 
> commands for VFO A). For the full list of UP/DN command variations, see the 
> DN (down) command (page 7).
> 6. Click on Send Macros 1-8 to K3. Exit the edit window by clicking  <=== 
> no such "Send Macros 1-8 to K3"
> Save. <=== clicked on SAVE
> < the K3 goes into SPLIT when I click on the Macro button in the 
> config util, but VFOB doesn't change at all.
> Never got past this point.
>
>
> .within the Command Tester by clicking on its associated button. (The 
> label won't flash on VFO B when this is
> done from K3 Utility - only when using the assigned switch at the K3.)
> 7. At the K3, locate CONFIG:MACRO x menu entry. Tap '1' if the menu 
> entry label is not already "MACRO 1".
> 8. Hold PF1 to assign PF1 to MACRO 1. Exit the menu.
>  From then on, using PF1 will flash SPLIT+2 and execute the above sequence
>
> Anyone have any advice?
>
> Thanks
> Paul
> WY7I
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[Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] K3 switch macro ideas?

[Paul Kirley]

K9VUJ sed:
*
I'd like to be able to turn on the monitor without having to adjust  
the monitor level up then down when I'm finished.  When I forget and  
leave the monitor level at say 27 and push hold the monitor control I  
get feedback from the speaker when I transmit in SSB mode, requiring  
me to go back and set level to zero.
*

I haven't run into this problem.  I suspect that it has an easier
solution than a switch macro.

Try adjusting the AntiVOX setting to prevent feedback from the 
speaker from getting into the transmit audio.  It may do the job
even if you don't use VOX.

73, Paul W8TM


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Re: [Elecraft] New K3 feature -- need testers: Main/Sub Audio Mixing Control (MIX menu entry)

[Brett Howard]

I guess nevermind... Its open and out there already.  Thanks!

~BTH

On Wed, 2009-10-28 at 11:15 -0700, Brett Howard wrote:
> I'd be interested in getting a copy of this one to play with...
> 
> ~Brett
> 
> On Mon, 2009-10-26 at 20:00 -0700, Wayne Burdick wrote:
> > Normally, main RX audio is heard in the left channel, and sub in the  
> > right. Now, using the CONFIG:MIX menu entry, you can put main RX audio  
> > in both channels while leaving sub audio in only one (or vice-versa;  
> > or even put both receivers in both channels).
> > 
> > Some of you may be doing this already using a direct DSP command from  
> > K3 Utility. The menu entry is more convenient, and it's "sticky" --  
> > i.e., it is set up automatically whenever you turn on the sub receiver.
> > 
> > "Mixing" main/sub audio on one side or the other is useful if you're  
> > focusing more on the signal from one receiver. Another benefit is that  
> > AFX (audio effects) can be used even while the sub receiver is turned  
> > on. This is because AFX, if turned on, will apply to receiver audio  
> > routed to both left and right audio channels.
> > 
> > We could use additional testers for this feature. If you're  
> > interested, please email me directly (n6kr at elecraft dot com).
> > 
> > 73,
> > Wayne
> > N6KR
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Re: [Elecraft] New K3 feature -- need testers: Main/Sub Audio Mixing Control (MIX menu entry)

[Brett Howard]

I'd be interested in getting a copy of this one to play with...

~Brett

On Mon, 2009-10-26 at 20:00 -0700, Wayne Burdick wrote:
> Normally, main RX audio is heard in the left channel, and sub in the  
> right. Now, using the CONFIG:MIX menu entry, you can put main RX audio  
> in both channels while leaving sub audio in only one (or vice-versa;  
> or even put both receivers in both channels).
> 
> Some of you may be doing this already using a direct DSP command from  
> K3 Utility. The menu entry is more convenient, and it's "sticky" --  
> i.e., it is set up automatically whenever you turn on the sub receiver.
> 
> "Mixing" main/sub audio on one side or the other is useful if you're  
> focusing more on the signal from one receiver. Another benefit is that  
> AFX (audio effects) can be used even while the sub receiver is turned  
> on. This is because AFX, if turned on, will apply to receiver audio  
> routed to both left and right audio channels.
> 
> We could use additional testers for this feature. If you're  
> interested, please email me directly (n6kr at elecraft dot com).
> 
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
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[Elecraft] K3 Beta Firmware Rev. 3.52: Switch Customization (e.g. SPLIT+2); Main/Sub AF Mixing

[Wayne Burdick]

K3 beta-test firmware revision 3.52 (with DSP rev. 2.43) is now  
available. See full release notes below.

This revision allows you to automate often-used switch sequences using  
"switch macros." For example, you could create a "SPLIT+2" function  
that, with a single switch press, does A>B twice, enters SPLIT, and  
moves VFO B up 2 kHz. Many other custom functions can be created. For  
more examples and complete instructions, see K3 Utility's Help  
information, or pages 4 & 5 of the latest K3 Programmer's Reference:

  http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K3_Pgmr%27s_Ref_Rev_C6.pdf

Please send any questions to k3supp...@elecraft.com. For instructions
on how to load beta firmware, see:

  http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm

 IMPORTANT 

You must use the latest revision of K3 Utility to use switch macros.  
Revision 1.2.10.27 can be found on the K3 Software page. The PC and  
Mac versions are ready now; we expect to have the Linux version ready  
shortly.

If you previously created macros using K3 field-test firmware, you'll  
need to re-save your macros from the new version of K3 Utility, after  
loading new firmware.

73,
Wayne
N6KR

* * *

MCU 3.52 / DSP 2.43 / K3 Utility 1.2.10.27, 10-28-2009

Misc. Improvements:

* Eliminated some audio artifacts noted during control changes.

* Eliminated interruption of transmitted CW signal when certain switches
were tapped, including RIT, during external keying.

* VFO LOCK PREVENTS COARSE STEPS VIA OFFSET CONTROL:
Normally, you can use the RIT/XIT offset control to move VFO A in coarse
steps if (1) RIT and XIT are both turned off, and (2) CONFIG:VFO OFS
is set to ON. Now, these conditions are overridden if the VFO is locked.

* AUTO-NOTCH IN SSB MODE EASIER TO TURN ON/OFF: The NTCH
switch now behaves differently in SSB mode. Tapping it turns auto notch
on-off, rather than cycling through off-auto-manual notch. (To turn on
manual notch in SSB mode, hold the NTCH/MANUAL switch.)

New Feature: Main/Sub AF Mixing Menu Entry

* AUDIO MIXING CONTROL ADDED: Normally, main receiver audio is
heard in the left audio channel, and sub in the right. Using the  
CONFIG:L-MIX-R
menu entry, you can now put main in both channels while leaving sub in  
only
one (or vice-versa, or even put both receivers in both channels).  
Another
benefit of this change is that AFX (audio effects) can be used even  
while the
sub receiver is turned on. (AFX, if turned on, will apply to any  
receiver whose
audio is mapped both left and right.)

Notes:  Applies only to non-diversity mode use of the sub receiver. (In
diversity mode, left/right differentiation is maximized for best  
results.)
You’ll need stereo headphones or speakers to listen to stereo
separation and audio effects. Set CONFIG:SPKRS to 2 if using stereo
speakers. (Headphones will always work with stereo material unless
SPKRS is set to 1 *and* CONFIG:SPKR+PH is set to ON.)

New Feature: User-Defined Switch Functions (e.g., “SPLIT+2”)

* SWITCH MACROS: You can now program the K3’s PF1-2 and M1-M4
switches to execute K3 remote control sequences, or “macros.” They
are created and tested using K3 Utility (rev. 1.2.10.26 or later). Once
macros are finished, you can send them to the K3, where they
can be assigned to any programmable function switch. The K3
Programmer’s Reference, revision C6, has a number of sample macros
and further details.

Example: A>B, A>B, SPLIT, VFO B up 2 kHz, RIT/XIT off, assigned to PF1

To create a macro and assign it to a K3 front panel switch, you’ll
need to complete steps 1-8 below. Once you’ve been through the
process one time, you’ll find creating or modifying macros very easy.

1. Run K3 Utility.
2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab.
3. Click on the Edit Macros button. This pops up the macro edit window.
4. In MACRO 1’s Macro Label  field, enter the label “SPLIT+2”.
5. In the Macro Commands  field, enter:

 SWT13;SWT13;FT1;UPB5;RT0;XT0;

(The number 5 in the “UPB5” command is not a value in kHz;
it is an index into a table of step sizes. UPB5 moves VFO B up 2 kHz,
DNB5 moves it down 2 kHz, etc. There are similar commands for
VFO A. For the full list, see the “DN” (down) command in the
Programmer’s Reference.)

6. Click on Send Macros 1-8 To K3.
7. At the K3, locate CONFIG:MACRO x menu entry, and tap ‘1’ if
the menu entry label is not already “MACRO 1”.
8. Hold PF1 to assign PF1 to MACRO 1. Exit the menu.

 From then on, PF1 will flash “SPLIT+2” and execute the above sequence.

Note:  M1-M4 cannot be used simultaneously for both message play
and macros. To revert an Mx switch back to message play, first
switch to CW mode, then tap Mx, tap REC, and tap  Mx again. This
will also restore message play for DVR purposes (voice modes).

Remote Control Command Changes:

* MP COMMAND ACCESS ADDED TO: LCD ADJ, LCD BRT, LED BRT.
This allows creation of a switch macro that does LCD DIM/BRT, for  
example.
You can also use MP to control the new Main/Sub Mix menu entry.
See K3 Progr

Re: [Elecraft] K3 switch macro update

[Iain MacDonnell - N6ML]

I suppose it might be feasible to define pairs of "on" and "off"
macros and combine them into "toggleable" (?) switches (to save
buttons). I'm not sure how the current status could be represented on
the display, though.

I think that a complete macro "undo" is probably not feasible - there
are just too many variables.

~Iain / N6ML


On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 9:51 AM, Ed Muns  wrote:
> Many people also have the SUB on while SPLIT, so would be a second button
> tap if they want to turn the SUB off as well.  Others turn off RIT during
> SPLIT and would want that enabled again.  So, there is reason to "undo" or
> "reverse" some macros.  Having a toggle function saves a Programmable
> Function button.
>
> That said, as you point out, not every command is a simple two-state
> function and thus the toggle action may be ambiguous.  However, for macros
> that contain only toggle commands, then a Programmable Function button can
> be a single button toggle for that macro.  For example, this macro toggles
> SPLIT/SUB/RIT on and off:
>
> SWT13;SWT13;SWH13;SWT48;SWT45;RC
>
> Of course, for those who want to move VFO-B to an offset frequency or
> explicitly turn RIT/XIT on or off (rather than toggling it), a macro
> "toggle" feature is needed.
>
> Ed - W0YK
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] K3 PB Ctrl Shift .01/.05

[Jens Petersen]

On Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:02:08 -0400, you wrote:


>The best solution to this is what some software calls an ALIGN or OPT 
>function. This works as follows: with a wide filter, find the signal you 
>want by clicking on it in the waterfall; click on the ALIGN or OPT 
>button which retunes your radio so that the signal you have selected is 
>now on the optimal frequency (FC = 1500 Hz is the obvious choice in DATA 
>A); and now adjust the filter bandwidth as narrow as you like. I do not 
>know whether DM780 has such a function, but if it does, that would be 
>much easier than using the SHIFT knob to chase stations up and down the 
>waterfall.

DM780 has the center function and it works fine so I dont miss any
manual shift functions.

I have defined the following two macros:

   #++
   #   Center & narrow macro
   #   {{RADIO-CONTROL
   #
   #   This macro only contains commands for tuning your radio.
   #   The text is not added to the input (TX) window.
   #
   #--

   center-on 1500

   Set slider-pos K3 Filter~Width 30//  Filter Width = 300Hz

   #++
   #   Wide macro
   #   {{RADIO-CONTROL
   #
   #   This macro only contains commands for tuning your radio.
   #   The text is not added to the input (TX) window.
   #
   #--

   Set slider-pos K3 Filter~Width 400//  Filter Width = 4000Hz

I have set the 250Hz filter to kick in at 300Hz.
-- 
OV1A Jens

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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Dick Dievendorff]

You're jumping the gun here.  We're working on it right now.

Dick


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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dave Van Wallaghen
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 10:41 AM
To: Wayne Burdick
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

Hey Wayne,

The website has a link to the new K3 Utility 1.2.10.27 but when you 
click on it, it is still pointing to 1.2.9.30.

Or am I jumping the gun here ;-)

73,
Dave W8FGU


Wayne Burdick wrote:
> On Oct 28, 2009, at 10:04 AM, Paul wrote:
> 
>> I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my  
>> screens don't match up with the manual.
>> I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".
> 
> 
> Paul, you need K3 Utility revision 1.2.10.26 or later. I think you  
> have something from September.
> 
> You also need the latest K3 firmware. We'll be going to beta with  
> revision 3.52 momentarily.
> 
> tnx
> Wayne
> N6KR
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Dave Van Wallaghen]

Hey Wayne,

The website has a link to the new K3 Utility 1.2.10.27 but when you 
click on it, it is still pointing to 1.2.9.30.

Or am I jumping the gun here ;-)

73,
Dave W8FGU


Wayne Burdick wrote:
> On Oct 28, 2009, at 10:04 AM, Paul wrote:
> 
>> I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my  
>> screens don't match up with the manual.
>> I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".
> 
> 
> Paul, you need K3 Utility revision 1.2.10.26 or later. I think you  
> have something from September.
> 
> You also need the latest K3 firmware. We'll be going to beta with  
> revision 3.52 momentarily.
> 
> tnx
> Wayne
> N6KR
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KDVR issue?

[Iain MacDonnell - N6ML]

On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 9:34 AM, DM4iM  wrote:
> Elecrafters,
> can anyone double this:
>
> If you Replay a message, say M1,
> tapping the button *twice*, these things happen, depending on how long
> you waited for the second tap:
>
> Tap twice fast (1/2 second pause): Message stops, then plays again.

I can not reproduce that.


> Tap twice with long pause: Messages fully plays, but RX-Audio won't come
> on for  about 1/2 second after message has finished.
> Let the message play nearly to its end, then tap: RX-Audio won't come on
> for  even longer (felt like this).

I can reproduce that - it appears that PTT is being asserted for the
duration of the message, starting when you last pressed the button,
but the audio is not being reproduced.

~Iain / N6ML
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Lyle Johnson]

> Anyone have any advice?

yes, the version of K3 Utility you have is too old.  The version that 
supports the Macro transfer is not yet on the web site.  It will be 
there soon.

73,

Lyle KK7P

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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Dick Dievendorff]

You'll need to use the most current K3 Utility version 1.2.10.27, which will
be published later today or tomorrow.

I believe you're probably using K3 Utility 1.2.9.30, which has none of the
K3 macro support.

Dick, K6KR


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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 10:04 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my screens
don't match up with the manual.
I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".

Here's the problems:

To create this macro and assign it to a K3 front panel switch, you'll 
need to complete all of steps 1-8 below. Once you've been through the
process one time, you'll find creating or 
modifying macros very easy.
1. Run K3 Utility.
2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab. < no K3 Macros tab, just
"Command Tester"
3. Click on the Edit Macros button at the top of the screen. This brings 
up the macro edit window.
4. In MACRO 1's Macro Label field, enter the label "SPLIT+2".
5. In the Macro Commands field, enter:
SWT13;SWT13;FT1;UPB5;RT0;XT0;
Note: The number 5 in the "UPB5" command is not a value in kHz; it is an 
index into a table of step sizes. UPB5
moves VFO B up 2 kHz, DNB5 moves it down 2 kHz, etc. (there are similar 
commands for VFO A). For the full list of UP/DN command variations, see the
DN (down) command (page 7).
6. Click on Send Macros 1-8 to K3. Exit the edit window by clicking
<=== no such "Send Macros 1-8 to K3"
Save. <=== clicked on SAVE
< the K3 goes into SPLIT when I click on the Macro button in the
config util, but VFOB doesn't change at all.
Never got past this point.


.within the Command Tester by clicking on its associated button. (The 
label won't flash on VFO B when this is
done from K3 Utility - only when using the assigned switch at the K3.)
7. At the K3, locate CONFIG:MACRO x menu entry. Tap '1' if the menu 
entry label is not already "MACRO 1".
8. Hold PF1 to assign PF1 to MACRO 1. Exit the menu.
 From then on, using PF1 will flash SPLIT+2 and execute the above sequence

Anyone have any advice?

Thanks
Paul
WY7I
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Re: [Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Wayne Burdick]

On Oct 28, 2009, at 10:04 AM, Paul wrote:

> I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my  
> screens don't match up with the manual.
> I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".


Paul, you need K3 Utility revision 1.2.10.26 or later. I think you  
have something from September.

You also need the latest K3 firmware. We'll be going to beta with  
revision 3.52 momentarily.

tnx
Wayne
N6KR


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[Elecraft] Trying out the SPLIT macro...

[Paul]

I'm following the instructions in the programmer's guide, but my screens don't 
match up with the manual.
I have the latest version of the K3 utility, ends in "30".

Here's the problems:

To create this macro and assign it to a K3 front panel switch, you'll 
need to complete all of steps 1-8 below. Once you've been through the process 
one time, you'll find creating or 
modifying macros very easy.
1. Run K3 Utility.
2. Click on the Command Tester/K3 Macros tab. < no K3 Macros tab, just 
"Command Tester"
3. Click on the Edit Macros button at the top of the screen. This brings 
up the macro edit window.
4. In MACRO 1's Macro Label field, enter the label "SPLIT+2".
5. In the Macro Commands field, enter:
SWT13;SWT13;FT1;UPB5;RT0;XT0;
Note: The number 5 in the "UPB5" command is not a value in kHz; it is an 
index into a table of step sizes. UPB5
moves VFO B up 2 kHz, DNB5 moves it down 2 kHz, etc. (there are similar 
commands for VFO A). For the full list of UP/DN command variations, see the DN 
(down) command (page 7).
6. Click on Send Macros 1-8 to K3. Exit the edit window by clicking  <=== 
no such "Send Macros 1-8 to K3"
Save. <=== clicked on SAVE
< the K3 goes into SPLIT when I click on the Macro button in the config 
util, but VFOB doesn't change at all.
Never got past this point.


.within the Command Tester by clicking on its associated button. (The 
label won't flash on VFO B when this is
done from K3 Utility - only when using the assigned switch at the K3.)
7. At the K3, locate CONFIG:MACRO x menu entry. Tap '1' if the menu 
entry label is not already "MACRO 1".
8. Hold PF1 to assign PF1 to MACRO 1. Exit the menu.
 From then on, using PF1 will flash SPLIT+2 and execute the above sequence

Anyone have any advice?

Thanks
Paul
WY7I
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 switch macro update

[Ed Muns]

Many people also have the SUB on while SPLIT, so would be a second button
tap if they want to turn the SUB off as well.  Others turn off RIT during
SPLIT and would want that enabled again.  So, there is reason to "undo" or
"reverse" some macros.  Having a toggle function saves a Programmable
Function button.

That said, as you point out, not every command is a simple two-state
function and thus the toggle action may be ambiguous.  However, for macros
that contain only toggle commands, then a Programmable Function button can
be a single button toggle for that macro.  For example, this macro toggles
SPLIT/SUB/RIT on and off:

SWT13;SWT13;SWH13;SWT48;SWT45;RC

Of course, for those who want to move VFO-B to an offset frequency or
explicitly turn RIT/XIT on or off (rather than toggling it), a macro
"toggle" feature is needed.  

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[Elecraft] KDVR issue?

[DM4iM]

Elecrafters,
can anyone double this:

If you Replay a message, say M1,
tapping the button *twice*, these things happen, depending on how long
you waited for the second tap:

Tap twice fast (1/2 second pause): Message stops, then plays again.
Tap twice with long pause: Messages fully plays, but RX-Audio won't come
on for  about 1/2 second after message has finished.
Let the message play nearly to its end, then tap: RX-Audio won't come on
for  even longer (felt like this).

Martin

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Re: [Elecraft] KX-1: Broadcast breakthrough on 20m

[Guy Olinger K2AV]

I have to confirm that.

It would not surprise me if the voltage on the front end of a radio device
went higher than a volt given conditions and antenna, particularly so in
Europe.

One time quite a while ago at W4BVV in northern Virginia, we measured 5
volts RF on an oscilloscope attached to the feedline coming in from a 3
element 40m yagi up 70m pointed at Europe. Was back in the day of megawatt
transmitters into 20 plus dB curtain arrays from Radio Moscow and VOA and
such.

On that band we put a series trap in front of the RX tuned to 7125 to quiet
things 7050 and below. That made a difference even for Collins 75S gear.

I still see very high miscellaneous signal voltage on antennas for other
frequencies at locations well distanced from metropolitan areas.

73, Guy.

On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 5:14 AM, Peter, DL2FI  wrote:

> Good morning all,
> I assume there is nothing defect nor misalignment in the KX1 but a special
> situation as we find it in some European Areas during winter conditions. At
> different places in Europe we have different levels of Broadcast signals.
> It
> depends on the distance between your actual location and the BC stn
> location. Especially BC stn located somewhere in Russia can produce extreme
> high field strength in the evening because if it is the right distance and
> if it is darkness between them and you. For example I measured more the
> 350mV sum RF at 50 Ohm using a 2x 20m dipole here in Berlin.
>
> The KX1 is an excellent little transceiver but for such situations it´s
> preselect ion sometimes is not good enough to handle such strong off band
> signals without producing some intermodulations. Remember, even for the
> much
> bigger K2 we published a "European 40m Band Modification" because in seldom
> cases even the fantastic K2 suffered by Intermodulations.
>
> The KX1 is as it is, it would be a hard job to give it some extra front end
> selectivity, but an easy way to avoid this intermodulations is to use a
> selective ATU. Normal T or L ATU designs do add only poor extra
> selectivity,
> but if you use a parallel design like the ZM2 or ZM4
> (http://www.qrpproject.biz/UK/ZM4.html) or the "Fuchs ATU"
> (http://www.qrpproject.biz/UK/multifuchs.htm) you will have the same
> amount
> of selectivity as with a complete preselector.
>
> 73/2 de Peter, DL2FI
>
> > -Original Message-
> > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-
> > boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Prior
> > Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 11:02 PM
> > To: d...@w3fpr.com; elecraft
> > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX-1: Broadcast breakthrough on 20m
> >
> > Many thanks Don, I have also had some input from Wayne on this one and
> > have
> > some things to check with the scope.  I shall combine your reply with
> > his
> > and see where it takes me.
> >
> > Thanks again
> >
> > 73 Stephen
> >
> >
> > On 27/10/2009 21:57, "Don Wilhelm"  wrote:
> >
> > >
> > > Stephen,
> > >
> > > The first thing I would suggest is to see if the KX1 is really
> > receiving
> > > on 20 meters, or perhaps on some other frequency band.  What I am
> > > thinking is that the firmware chip may not be fully seated in the
> > > socket, which will cause to DDS output to be on some unknown
> > frequency.
> > >
> > > Another thing that could cause similar problem is a distorted DDS
> > output
> > > waveshape - check inductors L4 and L5 for damage and capacitors C50,
> > C51
> > > and C52.
> > >
> > > The other possibility is that the KX1 was actually responding to the
> > > image.  When tuned to USB at 14.2, the DDS output is 4.9 kHz below
> > the
> > > received frequency, and there could be leak-through of strong signals
> > > near 4.4 MHz.
> > >
> > > 73,
> > > Don W3FPR
> > >
> >
> >
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 switch macro update

[Iain MacDonnell - N6ML]

On Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 10:44 AM, PA3CW  wrote:
>
> My idea was to just use the same button to toggle on and off :), so that
> would not cost another programmable button. Don't know if this is possible

But it doesn't cost another button - the action to turn SPLIT off is
already there!

Unless you had your VFOs linked, they would probably not have been on
the same frequency before you invoked the macro anyway, so setting
them back to the same frequency may not put things back to the way
they were before.

Macros, by definition, are special instructions that expand into a
sequence of discrete instructions, and so are not stateful - you don't
"turn a macro on", you "execute" it.

Can you more clearly articulate what action you might take, after
turning the split off, that would require the VFO B frequency to be
something specific?

~Iain / N6ML
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 MTBF

[Matt Zilmer]

Please also note that SW is a component in MTBF, for embedded systems
(SDRs) like the K3.  This is also true in consumer electronics (where
I'm stuck for the moment).  We figure in SW failures as a statistical
value, but don't really count them as a full failure unless a unit is
"bricked" and becomes unusable.  When you make millions of anything,
this does happen and needs to be counted.  The case is quite different
for a unique and lower-volume product like the K3.

For consumer products that need an unanticipated power cycle or reset
to start working again, we assign a fractional failure.  Usually 0.2
or 0.3 depending on the Annoyance Quotient to the end-user.

Many consumer products have SW MTBF in the hundreds of hours because
release intervals prevent thorough debugging and bug fixing.  That's
one factor, but so is software complexity.  From anecdotal evidence
(I'm not an Elecraft insider, so it's mostly from this list), it looks
like the collective MTBF of the K3 due only to software has a much
better record than any consumer appliance has.  At least that I've
heard about.

It goes without saying that the hardware platform is bulletproof.  But
when something fails, it would probably occur first in switches and
controls, followed by connectors, and last place would likely be the
electronics itself.

Be glad Wayne, Lyle, Eric, the Aptos crew, and a large assemblage of
Field Testers all try to break the K3 firmware in advance of most
releases. 

Now - I wonder if Wayne or Eric have any data collected on MTBF  I
bet that's one of those trade secret thingies  :)

73,
matt W6NIA

On Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:47:44 +, you wrote:

>Matt Palmer wrote:
>> Such a number is really meaningless to an amateur and without
>> information on the method in which it was computed.
>
>I suspect the sort of things being referencedplgu here are:
>
>- many pieces of modern electronics fail through old age in less hours 
>than their MTBF (e.g. computer disk drives), which means they are only 
>useful if you have many instances of the product and replace them before 
>they reach old age;
>
>- MTBF doesn't account for things like lightning strikes and shorted 
>antenna cables;
>
>- for a semi-kit, many failure modes will depend on the quality of the 
>assembly process and anti-static measures;
>
>- failure rates are very temperature dependent and somewhat dependent on 
>other environmental factors, like humidity.
>
>-
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[Elecraft] K3 Screen

[Robert Beard]

Hi Joe,

Each of these apps requires its own serial port - a dilemma, since the K3 
has only one

One solution is to install LP_Bridge. (See the LP-PAN site.) 
This app connects SDR to the K3 and provides three additional virtual ports.
We are using it here at the ranch to run SDR, Skimmer, and N1MM simultaneously.

73

Rob, N6VX
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Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] K3 switch macro ideas?

[Wayne Burdick]

Another very good idea.

tnx
Wayne

On Oct 28, 2009, at 4:13 AM, dalej wrote:

> I'd like to be able to turn on the monitor without having to adjust
> the monitor level up then down when I'm finished. When I forget and
> leave the monitor level at say 27 and push hold the monitor control I
> get feedback from the speaker when I transmit in SSB mode, requiring
> me to go back and set level to zero.
>
> Dale, K9VUJ
>
> On 27, Oct 2009, at 18:13, Wayne Burdick wrote:
>
> > Anyone care to scan the entire Programmer's Reference and suggest  
> some
> > new macros we haven't thought of? The only rule is that it has to be
> > useful :)
> >
> > Here's the latest update:
> >
> > http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K3_Pgmr%27s_Ref_Rev_C6.pdf
> >
> > We're getting very close to a beta release, so you'll be able to put
> > your ideas to the test.
> >
> > 73,
> > Wayne
> > N6KR
> >
> >
> >
> > 
> >
> > Yahoo! Groups Links
> >
> >
> >
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[Elecraft] Using the K3 From ZF2UL

[Bob Garrett]

Greetings,

I had the opportunity to operate once again from Grand Cayman from October 18 - 
22.  In the past, I carried my FT-1000MP, IC-746 PRO and this year my K3.  
Previously, I used Pelican cases to transport the tranceivers.  This year, I 
used one of Rose Copp's bags and carried the K3, keyer and mic as a carry on.  

The trip to and from were 100% uneventful which is a good thing.  TSA was a 
breeze and customes asked no questions.  While operating, the K3 was an 
absolute joy.  Just sat there and operated flawlessly.  I operated both SSB and 
CW mostly on the 15, 17, 20 and 30 meter bands.

A big thanks to Elecraft for a great lightweight rig that has superb filtering 
and makes traveling with a rig so easy.  I hope I worked a few of you while 
operating as ZF2UL.  See you again next February/March.

73,  Bob K3UL
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[Elecraft] K3 TX Light

[Frank MacDonell]

I just loaded up the latest version of the K3 Utility (3.44). Using a
K3 with HRD the monitor (within HRD) shows a CW signal being
transmitted but the red light does not come on during TX. Is something
wrong or is this normal protocol? Thank you in advance.

-- 
Frank KD8FIP
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Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] K3 switch macro ideas?

[dalej]

I'd like to be able to turn on the monitor without having to adjust  
the monitor level up then down when I'm finished.  When I forget and  
leave the monitor level at say 27 and push hold the monitor control I  
get feedback from the speaker when I transmit in SSB mode, requiring  
me to go back and set level to zero.

Dale, K9VUJ


On 27, Oct 2009, at 18:13, Wayne Burdick wrote:

> Anyone care to scan the entire Programmer's Reference and suggest some
> new macros we haven't thought of? The only rule is that it has to be
> useful :)
>
> Here's the latest update:
>
>   http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K3_Pgmr%27s_Ref_Rev_C6.pdf
>
> We're getting very close to a beta release, so you'll be able to put
> your ideas to the test.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 MTBF

[Ian White GM3SEK]

rfenabled wrote:
>Does anyone know the MTBF of the K3...?


"Mean Time Between Firmware" ?


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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] New K3 feature -- need testers: Main/Sub Audio, Mixing Control (MIX menu entry)

[DM4iM]

Elecrafters,

I subscribed as a tester for the Macro Switch Customization, only to
find , after recovering from the CQ-WW, that other testers were very
busy creating and testing macros. Even the Manual has been updated
already. Wow!
So the macros i created are already there , slightly different, but
there's no need to invent the wheel again.

I now was thinking of testing the Main/Sub Audio etc, but
i feel that the other testers will outrun me again.  :-)

Go Elecrafters!


P.S. I asked Ben, DL7UCX, author of UCX-LOG (Freeware), to implement
buttons in his software to send custom-macros to the transceiver. Let's
see...

Martin

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Re: [Elecraft] KX-1: Broadcast breakthrough on 20m

[Peter, DL2FI]

Good morning all,
I assume there is nothing defect nor misalignment in the KX1 but a special
situation as we find it in some European Areas during winter conditions. At
different places in Europe we have different levels of Broadcast signals. It
depends on the distance between your actual location and the BC stn
location. Especially BC stn located somewhere in Russia can produce extreme
high field strength in the evening because if it is the right distance and
if it is darkness between them and you. For example I measured more the
350mV sum RF at 50 Ohm using a 2x 20m dipole here in Berlin. 

The KX1 is an excellent little transceiver but for such situations it´s
preselect ion sometimes is not good enough to handle such strong off band
signals without producing some intermodulations. Remember, even for the much
bigger K2 we published a "European 40m Band Modification" because in seldom
cases even the fantastic K2 suffered by Intermodulations.

The KX1 is as it is, it would be a hard job to give it some extra front end
selectivity, but an easy way to avoid this intermodulations is to use a
selective ATU. Normal T or L ATU designs do add only poor extra selectivity,
but if you use a parallel design like the ZM2 or ZM4
(http://www.qrpproject.biz/UK/ZM4.html) or the "Fuchs ATU"
(http://www.qrpproject.biz/UK/multifuchs.htm) you will have the same amount
of selectivity as with a complete preselector. 

73/2 de Peter, DL2FI

> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-
> boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Prior
> Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 11:02 PM
> To: d...@w3fpr.com; elecraft
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX-1: Broadcast breakthrough on 20m
> 
> Many thanks Don, I have also had some input from Wayne on this one and
> have
> some things to check with the scope.  I shall combine your reply with
> his
> and see where it takes me.
> 
> Thanks again
> 
> 73 Stephen
> 
> 
> On 27/10/2009 21:57, "Don Wilhelm"  wrote:
> 
> >
> > Stephen,
> >
> > The first thing I would suggest is to see if the KX1 is really
> receiving
> > on 20 meters, or perhaps on some other frequency band.  What I am
> > thinking is that the firmware chip may not be fully seated in the
> > socket, which will cause to DDS output to be on some unknown
> frequency.
> >
> > Another thing that could cause similar problem is a distorted DDS
> output
> > waveshape - check inductors L4 and L5 for damage and capacitors C50,
> C51
> > and C52.
> >
> > The other possibility is that the KX1 was actually responding to the
> > image.  When tuned to USB at 14.2, the DDS output is 4.9 kHz below
> the
> > received frequency, and there could be leak-through of strong signals
> > near 4.4 MHz.
> >
> > 73,
> > Don W3FPR
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 MTBF

[David Woolley (E.L)]

Matt Palmer wrote:
> Such a number is really meaningless to an amateur and without
> information on the method in which it was computed.

I suspect the sort of things being referencedplgu here are:

- many pieces of modern electronics fail through old age in less hours 
than their MTBF (e.g. computer disk drives), which means they are only 
useful if you have many instances of the product and replace them before 
they reach old age;

- MTBF doesn't account for things like lightning strikes and shorted 
antenna cables;

- for a semi-kit, many failure modes will depend on the quality of the 
assembly process and anti-static measures;

- failure rates are very temperature dependent and somewhat dependent on 
other environmental factors, like humidity.

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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] [Elecraft_K3] New K3 feature -- need testers: Main/Sub Audio Mixing Control (MIX menu entry)

[PA3CW]

Hi,
I tested the audio mix function and it works super! Many thanks,
Dick PA3CW



alsopb wrote:
> 
> Works great.
> 
> Did clobber the macros in M4 and PF2 but they were easy to restore.
> 
> 73 de Brian/K3KO
> 
> Wayne Burdick wrote:
>> Normally, main RX audio is heard in the left channel, and sub in the  
>> right. Now, using the CONFIG:MIX menu entry, you can put main RX audio  
>> in both channels while leaving sub audio in only one (or vice-versa;  
>> or even put both receivers in both channels).
>> 
>> Some of you may be doing this already using a direct DSP command from  
>> K3 Utility. The menu entry is more convenient, and it's "sticky" --  
>> i.e., it is set up automatically whenever you turn on the sub receiver.
>> 
>> "Mixing" main/sub audio on one side or the other is useful if you're  
>> focusing more on the signal from one receiver. Another benefit is that  
>> AFX (audio effects) can be used even while the sub receiver is turned  
>> on. This is because AFX, if turned on, will apply to receiver audio  
>> routed to both left and right audio channels.
>> 
>> We could use additional testers for this feature. If you're  
>> interested, please email me directly (n6kr at elecraft dot com).
>> 
>> 73,
>> Wayne
>> N6KR
>> 
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