Re: [Elecraft] K2 alignment and test, part III problem

[Alan Davenport]

Bill, 
 
   I can answer your issue about the key. Make sure you use a STEREO plug. If 
you use a mono plug it will behave as you describe.
 
    Good luck with your no-power issue. I had the same thing which I eventually 
tracked down to a solder bridge on the control board. Hang in there.
 
    73 de Al, W2GZN
 


 From: William Schmidt 
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
Sent: Friday, March 2, 2012 7:50 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] K2 alignment and test, part III problem
  

I just finished up the RF board and am proceeding to the testing.  Much to my 
dismay, however, I got no power output when I tried to 
adjust the 40 m BPF.  I'm getting 13.5 v to all of the collectors and I pull 
220 ma on receive and 420 ma on tune.
The RF detector resistors and diode are correct and the transformers look 
good.  
With an RF probe I get zero volts on the xmit mixer output (U10 pin 4).
So I went back further and did some basic voltage checks and found some 
interesting results.  The key down voltage on the anode of D7 is 
0 v when it should be 8 v.  The anode voltage on D6 is 0.645 v on key down 
instead of 0 v.  On receive it is 8v.

I'm having some trouble getting my head around how this relates to my lack of 
output power.  Another symptom I'm having is that the menu and display controls 
cease to function when I plug in a straight key.  But they work ok with a 
paddle attached.

I feel a headache starting.  Any suggestions on how to proceed?

Dazed and confused, 
Bill, WV1N
                          
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[Elecraft] pulled the trigger on a K3

[KC6CNN]

Just wanted to thank everyone for the advise and help. Especially Dale at
Elecraft.  
I got a K3 with all options except 2nd receiver and 2meter.
Filters are 2.8 , 2.1, 400, 250. 
Looking forward to joining the Elecraft family. 
Thanks again
Gerald Manthey KC6CNN



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Re: [Elecraft] Kx3 power output

[Richard Ferch]

The question and response below only consider thermal limitations. There 
are also signal quality limitations in some data modes, PSK31 in particular.

PSK31 is very intolerant of non-linearity. The "crest factor" of
PSK31 can be up to 2, i.e. the peak power can be twice the average
power. Since it is clipping of the peaks that causes splatter or IMD, 
with most transmitters you need to keep the output power below one-half 
the rated maximum in order to ensure linearity. Linearity is not nearly 
as much of a problem in RTTY, but it matters in PSK31.

If you have the means to measure IMD of your transmitted PSK31 signal, 
you can test this. A couple of years ago I did some tests using a 
"PSKmeter" (a device that monitors a transmitted PSK31 signal and 
reports the level of IMD products in the signal) observing the output of 
my K3 in PSK31 with the K3 in DATA A mode. What I found was that IMD 
levels were low at powers below 5 watts (KPA3 not in line) and at powers 
above 12 watts but below 50 watts (KPA3 in line), but as the power was 
increased above the 5 watt or 50 watt level, the measured IMD started to 
increase quite rapidly. The reported IMD at full power (10 watts without 
the KPA3 or 100 watts with the KPA3) was high - much higher than I would 
consider acceptable.

I did not do similar tests in the K3's PSK D mode, but I have no reason 
to believe they would be better. See W7AY's measurements of PSK31 
quality in PSK D vs. DATA A (for power levels below 5W and 50W) at 
.

I would suggest to anyone who plans to transmit PSK31 at powers greater 
than the recommended 5 watt (one-half full power) level that they should 
monitor the quality of their transmitted signal to ensure that the 
signal quality is acceptable. The simplest "low tech" way to do this is 
to have another station report IMD figures for your signal at various 
power levels. Note that the other station should be located such that 
the signal they receive from you is neither too strong (a very strong 
signal can produce IMD in the receiver) nor too weak (the signal must be 
well above the noise level for the reported IMD measurement to be 
meaningful).

In RTTY such precautions do not appear to be necessary. Qualitative 
observations of the spectrum of my K3's RTTY signals in both FSK D and 
AFSK A modes did not show a significant observable difference between 
the signals at 50 watts and the signals at 100 watts.

73,
Rich VE3KI


Wayne Burdick wrote:

> Jim Dunstan wrote:
>
>> The KX3 specifications indicate a nominal 10 watts output.  When
>> operating a mode such as PSK,  which presents a continuous output,
>> what is the recommended power output?
>
> We recommend using 5 W for data modes and keeping transmissions
> reasonably short. However, you can definitely use full power (up to 12
> W) if the duty cycle is low, such as during hunt-and-pounce in a
> contest. Of course as the duty cycle goes up, so will the PA and case
> temperature, and eventually the KX3 may automatically roll back your
> power output.
>
> I just did a test using the built-in PSK-D mode, alternately
> transmitting and receiving for 20 seconds each (simulating short
> contest contacts).  At 12 watts (20 meters), the temperature never got
> high enough to roll back power during ten minutes of this.
>
> I then tested the KX3's high-efficiency TX mode, which reduces current
> drain by roughly 50% for a given power level. This mode kicks in at at
> 5.0 W or less in CW/FSK-D modes, and at 3.0 W or less in all other
> modes. So I set power to 3.0 W in PSK-D mode, which is amazingly
> effective given the S/N ratio of PSK31, and transmitted continuously.
> After 5 minutes the PA temperature was still increasing slowly, but
> I'm guessing I could have gone on for another 5-10 minutes.
>
> The lesson, here, is to let the other station transmit once in awhile :)
>
> Wayne
> N6KR

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Re: [Elecraft] How to improve my signal O/S 20M

[Don Wilhelm]

Bill,

May I suggest a loop.  Put a 10 foot support at each corner of that roof 
and put wire between each of those supports.  You will have a longer 
than 80 meter full wave loop that will work locals nicely on 80 meters 
as well as giving you a great low angle (read good DX) radiator on 40 
meters and above.  In fact, for some bands, the gain may exceed that you 
get from the 20 meter Moxon, but in different directions.

I would think you bigger problem would be pickup of noise by the 
antenna, which will limit the number of weak signals that you can 
receive.  It may be that your transmit signal is "getting through" but 
your receive capability is antenna limited.  If your operation involves 
digging for weak signals then that could be a limiting factor for you.  
If the latter is your problem. then a better receiver (K2 or K3) is not 
likely to solve your problem.   If the problem is adjacent channel 
interference, then yes, the K3 DSP filtering can easily take care of it.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 9:56 PM, Bill Smith wrote:
>
>
> I’m trying to improve my signal.
>
>
>
> I have limited understanding of radio and electronics, but
> have picked up a few buzzwords and some of their meanings along the way.
>
>
>
> The bad: I live in a ground floor apartment of a very old (100+
> year) building (mish-mash of electrical and digital coax in the attic, none of
> it in conduit).  I am apartment manager
> now (don’t own the building) so have essentially no options for antenna over
> the yard. I have power lines at 20-25 ft in height about 60 ft north and 40 ft
> west. I have telephone lines at the same height 40 ft east. The city I live in
> limits my antenna height to 10 ft higher than the highest point on my 
> building.
>
>
>
> The good: I have access to the flat (6 degree grade) roof of
> the building, 60 ft NS and 100 ft EW; 2 stories, so roof height is 22+ feet. I
> have a 40M dipole at 10 ft over the roof, with one wire at 120 degrees (0 for
> due north) and 240 degrees (essentially pointing south). It is fed with 110 ft
> of a RJ-58A/U. I also have a 20M Moxon (also at 10 feet) pointing 45 degrees
> (from Denver CO to Europe) fed with 140 ft of RG-8x.
>
>
>
> System specs are (I’m not good with electronics, so not sure
> of the meaning of the R and X measurements supplied by my MFJ-259B antenna
> analyzer):
>
>  40M dipole:
> 1.6 SWR at 7.2 mhz with R = 76 and X = 15 (no balun)
>
>  20M Moxon:
> 1.3 SWR at 14.0 mhz with R  = 50 and X =
> 15 (1:1 balun)
>
>  K-2 with
> SSB and ATU for QRP (recently put into to top shape by Don W)
>
>  KPA100
> w/ATU for QRO (have used little with digital)
>
>  Signalink
> USB
>
>
>
> I am limited to digital (never could learn the code in 300+
> hours of practice), but that’s OK.
>
>
>
> I have made a number of contacts with the 20M Moxon. (I
> limit my power to 5 watts digital, as it can be nearly 100% duty cycle for 
> over
> 1 minute). It is incredibly quiet (a 30 db front to back ratio as I recall?).
> But my DX contacts are usually South America (at 180 degrees) and sometimes
> Southern CA (must be at about 240 degrees! – how does my signal get there??).
> No European contacts yet, but now that I am retired, maybe I’ll have better
> luck at noon (MST is –8hrs UCT).
>
>
>
> Possible improvement: I have limited (very) funds, but could
> extract about 100 ft of 300 ohm ladder line from a G5RV, that I got for 
> $10.00,
> and replace 90 feet of RG-58 with the ladder line and a 4:1 balun that I
> purchased when I was “rich” (i.e. employed). I would hope that this would
> reduce my loss by maybe 2 db, and allow me to work any band between 80M and 
> 10M
> (I heard that a doublet is quieter than a dipole – is that true?).
>
>
>
> The smaller question is: I understand the impedance of the
> 300 ohm ladder line could result in an SWR of up to 15:1 on some bands, so 
> will
> my K2ATU handle that?
>
>
>
> The bigger question: can a 40M antenna be effective in my
> situation? Or is the interference from the electrical wiring 10 feet below my
> antenna, the low power (5 watts), the nearby power lines, and the radiation
> pattern of a 40M signal off of a 10 ft ground (all my signal going straight
> up?) too much to overcome.  I have made
> 0 contacts on 40M using PSK31 and JT-65. But maybe I need to try longer, as I
> have only worked that band a total of 8 hours after 20M has closed – I SEE a
> lot of JT-65, but have yet to be heard.
>
>
>
> Final question: What options do I have to improve my chance
> of being heard outside of 20M (since my roof perimeter is 320 ft, I could fit
> in an 80M loop. However, construction could be a challenge with limitations on
> changes that I could make on a roof that I don’t own)?
>
>
>
> Whew! If you got through this post, you deserve a gold star!
>
>
>
> Thanks for any input.
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> Bill Smith, KC0TBO
>
>
>
>   
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

 > my principle computer is an IMAC though i run fusion so there is no
 > issue with a windows solution(s)

If you're primarily a Mac person, look into MacLoggerDX.  It's probably
the most full-featured logging system available for the Mac.  It works
well with cocoaModem for digital modes.

73,

... Joe, W4TV


On 3/2/2012 11:21 PM, Robert Galambos wrote:
>
> first of all i want to thank everyone on their opinion. it will open
> some avenues that i was not aware of
>
>
> some additional info, if one cares.
>
>
> my principle computer is an IMAC though i run fusion so there is no
> issue with a windows solution(s)
>
> i probably will not go CW, even though it would be right up mu alley,
> (restricted antenna) but i am dyslexic and thus difficult for me to get
> the code right
>
> contesting maybe in my future, but for now i just was to do some QSO,
> and get on the air (hopefully without stepping on any ones toes).
>
> Robert VA3BXG
>
> the 'kosher' ham
>
>
>
> On 12-03-02 10:35 PM, Gary K9GS wrote:
>> I echo K9YC's comments.  I use N1MM for contests and have been using
>> Logger32 for several years.  I am planning on changing to DX-Lab-suite
>> soon.  I've been using DX-Lab-suite for a while now I just have not
>> moved my Logger32 logs over yet.
>>
>> I'd add that I use a real RS-232 serial port for radio control and a
>> WinKey USB for CW keying.
>>
>>
>>
>> On 3/2/2012 4:30 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
>>> On 3/2/2012 7:00 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote:
 I would suggest N1MM Logger and the DXLab Suite.
>>> Me too, and for all the same reasons. I've been using DXLab since 2003.
>>>
>>> 73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Robert Galambos]

first of all i want to thank everyone on their opinion. it will open 
some avenues that i was not aware of


some additional info, if one cares.


my principle computer is an IMAC though i run fusion so there is no 
issue with a windows solution(s)

i probably will not go CW, even though it would be right up mu alley, 
(restricted antenna) but i am dyslexic and thus difficult for me to get 
the code right

contesting maybe in my future, but for now i just was to do some QSO, 
and get on the air (hopefully without stepping on any ones toes).

Robert VA3BXG

the 'kosher' ham



On 12-03-02 10:35 PM, Gary K9GS wrote:
> I echo K9YC's comments.  I use N1MM for contests and have been using
> Logger32 for several years.  I am planning on changing to DX-Lab-suite
> soon.  I've been using DX-Lab-suite for a while now I just have not
> moved my Logger32 logs over yet.
>
> I'd add that I use a real RS-232 serial port for radio control and a
> WinKey USB for CW keying.
>
>
>
> On 3/2/2012 4:30 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
>> On 3/2/2012 7:00 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote:
>>> I would suggest N1MM Logger and the DXLab Suite.
>> Me too, and for all the same reasons. I've been using DXLab since 2003.
>>
>> 73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Gary K9GS]

I echo K9YC's comments.  I use N1MM for contests and have been using 
Logger32 for several years.  I am planning on changing to DX-Lab-suite 
soon.  I've been using DX-Lab-suite for a while now I just have not 
moved my Logger32 logs over yet.

I'd add that I use a real RS-232 serial port for radio control and a 
WinKey USB for CW keying.



On 3/2/2012 4:30 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
> On 3/2/2012 7:00 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote:
>> I would suggest N1MM Logger and the DXLab Suite.
> Me too, and for all the same reasons. I've been using DXLab since 2003.
>
> 73, Jim K9YC
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[Elecraft] How to improve my signal O/S 20M

[Bill Smith]

I’m trying to improve my signal.

 

I have limited understanding of radio and electronics, but
have picked up a few buzzwords and some of their meanings along the way.

 

The bad: I live in a ground floor apartment of a very old (100+
year) building (mish-mash of electrical and digital coax in the attic, none of
it in conduit).  I am apartment manager
now (don’t own the building) so have essentially no options for antenna over
the yard. I have power lines at 20-25 ft in height about 60 ft north and 40 ft
west. I have telephone lines at the same height 40 ft east. The city I live in
limits my antenna height to 10 ft higher than the highest point on my building.

 

The good: I have access to the flat (6 degree grade) roof of
the building, 60 ft NS and 100 ft EW; 2 stories, so roof height is 22+ feet. I
have a 40M dipole at 10 ft over the roof, with one wire at 120 degrees (0 for
due north) and 240 degrees (essentially pointing south). It is fed with 110 ft
of a RJ-58A/U. I also have a 20M Moxon (also at 10 feet) pointing 45 degrees
(from Denver CO to Europe) fed with 140 ft of RG-8x.

 

System specs are (I’m not good with electronics, so not sure
of the meaning of the R and X measurements supplied by my MFJ-259B antenna
analyzer):

40M dipole:
1.6 SWR at 7.2 mhz with R = 76 and X = 15 (no balun)

20M Moxon:
1.3 SWR at 14.0 mhz with R  = 50 and X =
15 (1:1 balun)

K-2 with
SSB and ATU for QRP (recently put into to top shape by Don W)

KPA100
w/ATU for QRO (have used little with digital)

Signalink
USB

 

I am limited to digital (never could learn the code in 300+
hours of practice), but that’s OK. 

 

I have made a number of contacts with the 20M Moxon. (I
limit my power to 5 watts digital, as it can be nearly 100% duty cycle for over
1 minute). It is incredibly quiet (a 30 db front to back ratio as I recall?).
But my DX contacts are usually South America (at 180 degrees) and sometimes
Southern CA (must be at about 240 degrees! – how does my signal get there??).
No European contacts yet, but now that I am retired, maybe I’ll have better
luck at noon (MST is –8hrs UCT).

 

Possible improvement: I have limited (very) funds, but could
extract about 100 ft of 300 ohm ladder line from a G5RV, that I got for $10.00,
and replace 90 feet of RG-58 with the ladder line and a 4:1 balun that I
purchased when I was “rich” (i.e. employed). I would hope that this would
reduce my loss by maybe 2 db, and allow me to work any band between 80M and 10M
(I heard that a doublet is quieter than a dipole – is that true?).

 

The smaller question is: I understand the impedance of the
300 ohm ladder line could result in an SWR of up to 15:1 on some bands, so will
my K2ATU handle that?

 

The bigger question: can a 40M antenna be effective in my
situation? Or is the interference from the electrical wiring 10 feet below my
antenna, the low power (5 watts), the nearby power lines, and the radiation
pattern of a 40M signal off of a 10 ft ground (all my signal going straight
up?) too much to overcome.  I have made
0 contacts on 40M using PSK31 and JT-65. But maybe I need to try longer, as I
have only worked that band a total of 8 hours after 20M has closed – I SEE a
lot of JT-65, but have yet to be heard.

 

Final question: What options do I have to improve my chance
of being heard outside of 20M (since my roof perimeter is 320 ft, I could fit
in an 80M loop. However, construction could be a challenge with limitations on
changes that I could make on a roof that I don’t own)?

 

Whew! If you got through this post, you deserve a gold star!

 

Thanks for any input.

 

73,

Bill Smith, KC0TBO

 

  
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Re: [Elecraft] K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection

[KM4VX]

Don: I have the dip switches and the shorting blocks correctly set in the XV50, 
but I don't see the following in the K2 menu. This is from your e-mail:   "Also 
set it for split TX/RX IF cables.  The K2 TRNx selection 
should match the DIP switch settings in the XV50."  Is this done inside the K2 
or XV50  or is it a menu function of the K2? I set the TRN1 on the K2 menu 
correctly per the instructions.  Thanks again for the help. Ron
 Date: Fri, 2 Mar 2012 17:53:14 -0800
From: ml-node+s365791n7338679...@n2.nabble.com
To: ronce...@earthlink.net
Subject: Re: K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection



Ron,


The 6 meter antenna connects directly to the XV50.


Since you have the K60XV, set up the XV50 for 1 mW input power, and set 

it as TRN1 (or 2 or 3 or 4, your choice) with the dip switches in the 

XV50.  Also set it for split TX/RX IF cables.  The K2 TRNx selection 

should match the DIP switch settings in the XV50.  Set the other menu 

parameters - especially the power equals Low and 1.00 mW.  That should 

make you "good to go"


When the KPA100 is connected, you cannot use the QRP ANT2 for anything - 

the presence of the KPA100 forces the KAT2 to ANT1.


When you have it set up correctly, the band switch will select 6 meters, 

the XV50 will turn on and you can TX/RX just like on the HF bands, but 

using the antenna that is connected to the XV50.


73,

Don W3FPR


On 3/2/2012 7:28 PM, KM4VX wrote:

> I have a K2/10 connected to a KAT100 and KPA100, both enclosed in the

> external EC2 enclosure. Works great, thanks to Don in Wake Forest. I just

> acquired a used XV 50 and have been trying to connect it to my K2 setup. I

> can't figure out how to connect the antenna output from the transverter to

> my 6 meter dipole. I have the antenna 1 port from the K2 going to the EC2,

> and two antenna ports  from the EC2 going to antennas.  I control antenna 1

> and antenna 2 on the EC2 with the K2 antenna switch/button; this is normal.

> I now have a free antenna 2 port on the K/2 and the single antenna port on

> the XV50. The instructions ((XV50,K60XV (which I have and use with the

> transverter) and K2))  indicate the coax to the 6 meter antenna should be

> directly from the transverter. That doesn't seem to work. How does the K2

> know which antenna port to use?  Should I use antenna 1 or antenna 2 switch

> on the K2? The antenna 2 output on the K2 is not connected to anything now

> based on the way it is connected to the EC2; K2 uses only antenna 1 port

> although ports 1 and 2 are used from the KPA100 to antennas. Thanks. Ron

>
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Re: [Elecraft] K2 alignment and test, part III problem

[Don Wilhelm]

Bill,

For the headache, take 2 aspirin and call me in the morning! :-)

Since you do not have 8 volts on the anode of D7 during transmit, that 
says the 8T voltage rail is not producing voltage, and that 8T voltage 
is needed to power the transmit mixer and a few other transmit stages - 
so bottom line, it will not transmit without voltage on the 8T voltage rail.

The source of your problem is on the control board, and involves Q1 and 
Q3 as well as the TX output from the MCU.  During Transmit (or better a 
TUNE), the gate of Q3 should go to +5 volts, and its drain should go to 
zero volts.  If the gate of Q3 is at 5 volts and the drain does not go 
to zero volts, then Q3 is damaged.

The action of Q3 in turn should make Q1 conduct with the emitter at 
about 8 volts and the base at a lower voltage (by more than 0.6 volts) - 
in other words less than 7.4 volts on the base of Q1.  If those 
conditions are true, then Q1 will conduct and 8 volts will appear at the 
collector of Q1.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 7:50 PM, William Schmidt wrote:
> I just finished up the RF board and am proceeding to the testing.  Much to my 
> dismay, however, I got no power output when I tried to
> adjust the 40 m BPF.  I'm getting 13.5 v to all of the collectors and I pull 
> 220 ma on receive and 420 ma on tune.
> The RF detector resistors and diode are correct and the transformers look 
> good.
> With an RF probe I get zero volts on the xmit mixer output (U10 pin 4).
> So I went back further and did some basic voltage checks and found some 
> interesting results.  The key down voltage on the anode of D7 is
> 0 v when it should be 8 v.  The anode voltage on D6 is 0.645 v on key down 
> instead of 0 v.  On receive it is 8v.
>
> I'm having some trouble getting my head around how this relates to my lack of 
> output power.  Another symptom I'm having is that the menu and display 
> controls cease to function when I plug in a straight key.  But they work ok 
> with a paddle attached.
>
> I feel a headache starting.  Any suggestions on how to proceed?
>
> Dazed and confused,
> Bill, WV1N
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 utility on Xubuntu 11.10 .. help needed

[Sam Morgan]

Thanks Dan,
that was exactly the info I needed. My delay in replying was due to some
problems with me and the small fonts in Xubuntu. I finally decided to
change to LinuxMint, which I found was easier for me to configure with
larger fonts. A bonus with Mint was the ia32-libs were already installed.

I tested the K3Util by installing the new k3fw4r48 which updated my MCU and
FPF.

(didn't even need to run it by using ./k3util just clicked on the icon)
Mint is showing a lot of promise... so far.

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Sam Morgan
K5OAI

On Wed, Feb 29, 2012 at 5:44 PM, Dan Smith  wrote:

> > I see the error saying it can't find libgtk-x11-2.0.so.0
>
> This is probably because the binary is 32-bit and you're on a 64-bit
> distro.
>
> > /usr/lib32/libgtk-x11-2.0.so.0
> > can be found in Package ia32-libs
>
> This is what you want. It's the 32-bit version of the library, purely
> for the purpose of letting you run 32-bit applications on your 64-bit
> system.
>
> > I can't immediately try installing any of those packages earlier
> > today, I already tried installing the libgtk2.0-0 package got a
> > message that it was already installed on the machine but afterwards I
> > was still unable to locate the needed libgtk-x11-2.0.so.0 file
> > anywhere on the machine
>
> Right, you already have the 64-bit version installed (lots of stuff
> wouldn't work if you didn't).
>
> > since my linux skills are quite rusty, my question is: when I do get
> > the missing ibgtk-x11-2.0.so.0 file installed I think, I will also
> > need to create a sys link in the directory where the
> > libgtk-x11-2.0.so.0 gets installed to the directory where the k3util
> > expects to find it, some thing like ln -s /usr/something/something
> > /usr/something/something_else
>
> Nope, just installing the ia32-libs package should do everything you need.
>
> > as you can see I definatly need some degree of elmering with this so
> > please contact me off list and I will post a summation reply when I
> > get this ironed out and working
>
> Hopefully you don't mind an on-list reply as I can imagine other folks
> might've hit the same problem!
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection

[Don Wilhelm]

Ron,

The 6 meter antenna connects directly to the XV50.

Since you have the K60XV, set up the XV50 for 1 mW input power, and set 
it as TRN1 (or 2 or 3 or 4, your choice) with the dip switches in the 
XV50.  Also set it for split TX/RX IF cables.  The K2 TRNx selection 
should match the DIP switch settings in the XV50.  Set the other menu 
parameters - especially the power equals Low and 1.00 mW.  That should 
make you "good to go"

When the KPA100 is connected, you cannot use the QRP ANT2 for anything - 
the presence of the KPA100 forces the KAT2 to ANT1.

When you have it set up correctly, the band switch will select 6 meters, 
the XV50 will turn on and you can TX/RX just like on the HF bands, but 
using the antenna that is connected to the XV50.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 7:28 PM, KM4VX wrote:
> I have a K2/10 connected to a KAT100 and KPA100, both enclosed in the
> external EC2 enclosure. Works great, thanks to Don in Wake Forest. I just
> acquired a used XV 50 and have been trying to connect it to my K2 setup. I
> can't figure out how to connect the antenna output from the transverter to
> my 6 meter dipole. I have the antenna 1 port from the K2 going to the EC2,
> and two antenna ports  from the EC2 going to antennas.  I control antenna 1
> and antenna 2 on the EC2 with the K2 antenna switch/button; this is normal.
> I now have a free antenna 2 port on the K/2 and the single antenna port on
> the XV50. The instructions ((XV50,K60XV (which I have and use with the
> transverter) and K2))  indicate the coax to the 6 meter antenna should be
> directly from the transverter. That doesn't seem to work. How does the K2
> know which antenna port to use?  Should I use antenna 1 or antenna 2 switch
> on the K2? The antenna 2 output on the K2 is not connected to anything now
> based on the way it is connected to the EC2; K2 uses only antenna 1 port
> although ports 1 and 2 are used from the KPA100 to antennas. Thanks. Ron
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 feature lock question?

[Don Wilhelm]

John,

The locking feature was put in for events like Field Day where others 
may be "twiddling the knobs", so right now, it is all or nothing.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 6:23 PM, John Watkins wrote:
> All,
>
> Read the manual but I may have missed this somewherecan I lock Mic Gain 
> and Compression, but not lock power for the bands?
>
> John N0EVH
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[Elecraft] K2 alignment and test, part III problem

[William Schmidt]

I just finished up the RF board and am proceeding to the testing.  Much to my 
dismay, however, I got no power output when I tried to 
adjust the 40 m BPF.  I'm getting 13.5 v to all of the collectors and I pull 
220 ma on receive and 420 ma on tune.
The RF detector resistors and diode are correct and the transformers look good. 
 
With an RF probe I get zero volts on the xmit mixer output (U10 pin 4).
So I went back further and did some basic voltage checks and found some 
interesting results.  The key down voltage on the anode of D7 is 
0 v when it should be 8 v.  The anode voltage on D6 is 0.645 v on key down 
instead of 0 v.  On receive it is 8v.

I'm having some trouble getting my head around how this relates to my lack of 
output power.  Another symptom I'm having is that the menu and display controls 
cease to function when I plug in a straight key.  But they work ok with a 
paddle attached.

I feel a headache starting.  Any suggestions on how to proceed?

Dazed and confused, 
Bill, WV1N
  
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Re: [Elecraft] K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection

[John D'Ausilio]

You probably need to open up the XV and look at how it was set up ..
jumpers move around depending on whether it's used with Elecraft or
foreign equipment, different attenuators, etc
Is the transverter power control working? e.g. if you select the band
on K2 does the XV light up?

If it's all set up properly, the pair of cables from K60XV and XV50
carry 28MHz between K2 and XV, antenna connects to big connector on XV

de w1rt/john

On Fri, Mar 2, 2012 at 7:28 PM, KM4VX  wrote:
> I have a K2/10 connected to a KAT100 and KPA100, both enclosed in the
> external EC2 enclosure. Works great, thanks to Don in Wake Forest. I just
> acquired a used XV 50 and have been trying to connect it to my K2 setup. I
> can't figure out how to connect the antenna output from the transverter to
> my 6 meter dipole. I have the antenna 1 port from the K2 going to the EC2,
> and two antenna ports  from the EC2 going to antennas.  I control antenna 1
> and antenna 2 on the EC2 with the K2 antenna switch/button; this is normal.
> I now have a free antenna 2 port on the K/2 and the single antenna port on
> the XV50. The instructions ((XV50,K60XV (which I have and use with the
> transverter) and K2))  indicate the coax to the 6 meter antenna should be
> directly from the transverter. That doesn't seem to work. How does the K2
> know which antenna port to use?  Should I use antenna 1 or antenna 2 switch
> on the K2? The antenna 2 output on the K2 is not connected to anything now
> based on the way it is connected to the EC2; K2 uses only antenna 1 port
> although ports 1 and 2 are used from the KPA100 to antennas. Thanks. Ron
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

 > I'd suggest the DX Lab Suite for logging and FLDigi for digital modes.

Actually, if you want some of the more esoteric digital modes (those
10% or less of digital activity not covered by the RTTY and PSKnn
support in DXLab Suite), MultiPSK is a drop-in replacement for 
WinWarbler without any of the issues created by HRD/DM780.


73,

... Joe, W4TV


On 3/2/2012 7:15 PM, Kevin wrote:
> I'd suggest the DX Lab Suite for logging and FLDigi for digital modes.
> If you're a "CW guy" then I'd suggest adding the K1EL WinkeyUSB. Works
> all the logging programs and sends perfect CW despite windows
> multi-tasking handicap.
>
>
> On 03/02/2012 08:23 AM, wa2cj...@optonline.net wrote:
>> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for 
>> software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
>>
>> Any suggestions ??
>>
>> John
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Re: [Elecraft] Kx3 power output

[W7GJ, Lance]

Think it would work at 10 in JT65A mode?  48 seconds on and 72 seconds off, 
hour 
after hour?  VY 73, Lance



On 3/3/2012 12:17 AM, wayne burdick [via Elecraft] wrote:
> Jim Dunstan wrote:
>
> > The KX3 specifications indicate a nominal 10 watts output.  When
> > operating a mode such as PSK,  which presents a continuous output,
> > what is the recommended power output?
>
> We recommend using 5 W for data modes and keeping transmissions
> reasonably short. However, you can definitely use full power (up to 12
> W) if the duty cycle is low, such as during hunt-and-pounce in a
> contest. Of course as the duty cycle goes up, so will the PA and case
> temperature, and eventually the KX3 may automatically roll back your
> power output.
>
> I just did a test using the built-in PSK-D mode, alternately
> transmitting and receiving for 20 seconds each (simulating short
> contest contacts).  At 12 watts (20 meters), the temperature never got
> high enough to roll back power during ten minutes of this.
>
> I then tested the KX3's high-efficiency TX mode, which reduces current
> drain by roughly 50% for a given power level. This mode kicks in at at
> 5.0 W or less in CW/FSK-D modes, and at 3.0 W or less in all other
> modes. So I set power to 3.0 W in PSK-D mode, which is amazingly
> effective given the S/N ratio of PSK31, and transmitted continuously.
> After 5 minutes the PA temperature was still increasing slowly, but
> I'm guessing I could have gone on for another 5-10 minutes.
>
> The lesson, here, is to let the other station transmit once in awhile :)
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
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[Elecraft] K2 XV50 Transverter Antenna Connection

[KM4VX]

I have a K2/10 connected to a KAT100 and KPA100, both enclosed in the
external EC2 enclosure. Works great, thanks to Don in Wake Forest. I just
acquired a used XV 50 and have been trying to connect it to my K2 setup. I
can't figure out how to connect the antenna output from the transverter to
my 6 meter dipole. I have the antenna 1 port from the K2 going to the EC2, 
and two antenna ports  from the EC2 going to antennas.  I control antenna 1
and antenna 2 on the EC2 with the K2 antenna switch/button; this is normal.
I now have a free antenna 2 port on the K/2 and the single antenna port on
the XV50. The instructions ((XV50,K60XV (which I have and use with the
transverter) and K2))  indicate the coax to the 6 meter antenna should be
directly from the transverter. That doesn't seem to work. How does the K2
know which antenna port to use?  Should I use antenna 1 or antenna 2 switch
on the K2? The antenna 2 output on the K2 is not connected to anything now
based on the way it is connected to the EC2; K2 uses only antenna 1 port
although ports 1 and 2 are used from the KPA100 to antennas. Thanks. Ron

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

[Bruce Beford]

Thanks, Eric.
-Bruce, N1RX

-Original Message-
From: Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft [mailto:e...@elecraft.com] 
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2012 7:03 PM
To: Bruce Beford
Cc: Ken K3IU; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

4.48 just added support for the K3/0 in the K3Remote mode. Nothing else with
regard to user features.

Without this rev f/w the K3/0 generates errors on power up, since there are
no DSP and RF components.

We will get the release notes updated shortly.

73,
Eric

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Re: [Elecraft] Kx3 power output

[Wayne Burdick]

Jim Dunstan wrote:

> The KX3 specifications indicate a nominal 10 watts output.  When
> operating a mode such as PSK,  which presents a continuous output,
> what is the recommended power output?

We recommend using 5 W for data modes and keeping transmissions  
reasonably short. However, you can definitely use full power (up to 12  
W) if the duty cycle is low, such as during hunt-and-pounce in a  
contest. Of course as the duty cycle goes up, so will the PA and case  
temperature, and eventually the KX3 may automatically roll back your  
power output.

I just did a test using the built-in PSK-D mode, alternately  
transmitting and receiving for 20 seconds each (simulating short  
contest contacts).  At 12 watts (20 meters), the temperature never got  
high enough to roll back power during ten minutes of this.

I then tested the KX3's high-efficiency TX mode, which reduces current  
drain by roughly 50% for a given power level. This mode kicks in at at  
5.0 W or less in CW/FSK-D modes, and at 3.0 W or less in all other  
modes. So I set power to 3.0 W in PSK-D mode, which is amazingly  
effective given the S/N ratio of PSK31, and transmitted continuously.  
After 5 minutes the PA temperature was still increasing slowly, but  
I'm guessing I could have gone on for another 5-10 minutes.

The lesson, here, is to let the other station transmit once in awhile :)

Wayne
N6KR



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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Kevin]

I'd suggest the DX Lab Suite for logging and FLDigi for digital modes.
If you're a "CW guy" then I'd suggest adding the K1EL WinkeyUSB. Works 
all the logging programs and sends perfect CW despite windows 
multi-tasking handicap.


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> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for 
> software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
>
> Any suggestions ??
>
> John
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

[Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft]

4.48 just added support for the K3/0 in the K3Remote mode. Nothing else with 
regard to user features.

Without this rev f/w the K3/0 generates errors on power up, since there are no 
DSP and RF components.

We will get the release notes updated shortly.

73,
Eric

www.elecraft.com
_..._



On Mar 2, 2012, at 1:48 PM, "Bruce Beford"  wrote:

> Thanks, Ken.
> 
> The firmware release notes in the zip file still needs to be updated.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Bruce, N1RX
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[Elecraft] K3 feature lock question?

[John Watkins]

All,

Read the manual but I may have missed this somewherecan I lock Mic Gain and 
Compression, but not lock power for the bands?

John N0EVH
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[Elecraft] firmware feature request

[Matt Murphy]

Hello, I recently had the following issue and was wondering if a firmware
feature could be added to make it impossible to do what I did:

I put up a nonresonant dipole and connected it to the K3.  I wanted to test
the antenna on 40m so I tuned up with the built-in antenna tuner which
obtained a 1:1 (or very close) match.

I wanted to verify that the balun I made was not prone to heating up, so I
figured I'd put the K3 in tune mode for a a minute or so.  About 15 seconds
into this, smoke started coming from the K3.  Turns out there was too much
reflected power and it heated up the filter (blue toroid + capacitors) on
the KAT3 which is designed to prevent energy from the IF from being part of
the transmitted signal.  40M was apparently close enough to cause this to
heat up.

I'm wondering if it would be possible to have the firmware prevent
excessive reflected power situations (by limiting forward power if the
pre-KAT3 SWR is too high) on 40m or any other bands close enough to the IF
frequency to cause the filter to heat up (not sure if this is also a risk
on 30m).

The support I received from Elecraft on this issue was superb. I just
figured that I'd put it in as a firmware request b/c I think K3 users may
not realize that connecting a nonresonant antenna can be dangerous to the
K3 on 40m, and it would seem that the same approach of reducing forward
power used to protect the finals could also be used to protect the filter.

73,
Matt NQ6N
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Jim Brown]

On 3/2/2012 7:00 AM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote:
> I would suggest N1MM Logger and the DXLab Suite.

Me too, and for all the same reasons. I've been using DXLab since 2003.

73, Jim K9YC
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[Elecraft] Kx3 power output

[Jim Dunstan]

Hi

The KX3 specifications indicate a nominal 10 watts output.  When 
operating a mode such as PSK,  which presents a continuous output, 
what is the recommended power output?   10watts ? or something 
less.  given the normal amount of time between xmission and reception 
in an average QSO??  Can the KX3 handle 10w output under these 
conditions or should the power be reduced to a lower value?

Jim/VE3CI 

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

[Bruce Beford]

Thanks, Ken.

The firmware release notes in the zip file still needs to be updated.

73,

Bruce, N1RX

 

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From: Ken K3IU [mailto:kenk...@cox.net] 
Sent: Friday, March 02, 2012 3:58 PM
To: Bruce Beford
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

 

Bi Bruce:
Go to the web site, click on the Firmware menu item, then the K3 where you
will see the info on the 4.48 firmware.
73, Ken K3IU

On 3/2/2012 3:39 PM, Bruce Beford wrote: 

I notice beta firmware 4.48 (uploaded 2/29/2012) on the ftp site. The
release notes only list changes through 4.47 (10/19/2011). Can we see an
update of the firmware release notes to reflect what was changed in 4.48?
Thanks,
Bruce, N1RX
 
 
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Re: [Elecraft] Power output on higher bands

[ab2tc]

Hi,

Ah, of course. Your radio wasn't working well on the bands using upper
sideband because of the filter offset! Very clever of Elecraft support to
pick that up. I am glad you got it sorted out.

AB2TC - Knut


Mike Anderson wrote
> 
> Just as an update, I got it all fixed, thanks to Keith and Gary at
> Elecraft support.  I only have the 1 filter that came with it, and the
> "offset" wasn't set inside the k3 utility on the filter settings. I set
> the offset like it was supposed to be, re-ran the tx calibration and
> everything is running perfect.
> 
> What a great experience it was to build this from the ground up, and get
> it on the air. Just minutes after the fix I got 2 new DX countries on 20m!
> 
> Thanks Elecraft!!
> 
> 
> 


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Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

[Mike Harris]

The features detailed for 4.48 are available in 4.47 in particular 
remote operation.  The date doesn't look so good either 2/29/2011

4.48 remains a mystery.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO

On 02/03/2012 17:58, Ken K3IU wrote:
> Bi Bruce:
> Go to the web site, click on the Firmware menu item, then
> the K3 where you will see the info on the 4.48 firmware.
> 73, Ken K3IU
>
> On 3/2/2012 3:39 PM, Bruce Beford wrote:
>> I notice beta firmware 4.48 (uploaded 2/29/2012) on the ftp site. The
>> release notes only list changes through 4.47 (10/19/2011). Can we see an
>> update of the firmware release notes to reflect what was changed in 4.48?
>> Thanks,
>> Bruce, N1RX
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

[Ken K3IU]

Bi Bruce:
Go to the web site, click on the Firmware menu item, then 
the K3 where you will see the info on the 4.48 firmware.
73, Ken K3IU

On 3/2/2012 3:39 PM, Bruce Beford wrote:
> I notice beta firmware 4.48 (uploaded 2/29/2012) on the ftp site. The
> release notes only list changes through 4.47 (10/19/2011). Can we see an
> update of the firmware release notes to reflect what was changed in 4.48?
> Thanks,
> Bruce, N1RX
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Re: [Elecraft] Power output on higher bands

[Mike Anderson]

Just as an update, I got it all fixed, thanks to Keith and Gary at
Elecraft support.  I only have the 1 filter that came with it, and the
"offset" wasn't set inside the k3 utility on the filter settings. I set
the offset like it was supposed to be, re-ran the tx calibration and
everything is running perfect.

What a great experience it was to build this from the ground up, and get
it on the air. Just minutes after the fix I got 2 new DX countries on 20m!

Thanks Elecraft!!



On 3/1/2012 20:04, Mike Anderson wrote:
> I've noticed some weirdness with transmitting on higher bands on my
> elecraft.
>
> Down on 40, and 80, its great. When I transmit the RF meetings goes
> almost all the way the up. My w2 responds and shows a good output as well.
>
> However on 20, 15, 17, the RF meter won't even get over 50, it shows
> maybe 1 or 2 bars at peak. Now my SWR on 20 is 1.6 so I assume that it
> will put out less power but not that big of a loss. I also get a "hi
> Curr" on 20 when i hold down the xmit/tune button and transmit that way,
> even though I am putting 14.5 v into the k3. It shows 12.6v during
> transmit.  I do show the meter as showing it drawing almost 23 amp
> during transmit on 20, the rest of the bands are about 14amp. Again
> these readings are measured when i hold down the XMIT button.
>
> On 10m i get a 1:1 swr match, and it does the same thing, barely no RF
> output. So I am not convinced its a SWR match thing.
>
> Have I missed a setting somewhere? Somewhere that I have to turn this
> up. I have the PWR turned up to 110.
>
> Anyone have any ideas?
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[Elecraft] K3 beta 4.48

[Bruce Beford]

I notice beta firmware 4.48 (uploaded 2/29/2012) on the ftp site. The
release notes only list changes through 4.47 (10/19/2011). Can we see an
update of the firmware release notes to reflect what was changed in 4.48?
Thanks,
Bruce, N1RX


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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Jan Ditzian]

I use Logger32 for logging and one-click QSY to DXCluster spots.  
Logger32 employs MMTTY or MMVARI for RTTY, PSK31, and other digital 
modes. It has a built-in telnet program for spots, plus CW and voice 
sending routines.  It tracks a number of awards (DXCC, WAS, and 
others).  It can output ADIF for LoTW log submission, and accepts LoTW 
downloads to integrate those data into the log.  Logger32 and the 
associated programs are freeware.  Logger32 is one of the best bargains 
in ham radio, but put on your flameproof suit before you ask for help on 
the hamlogger yahoogroup; the assistance there is very authoritative, 
but some posters assume that you have thoroughly read the help files (RTFM).

http://www.logger32.net/

73,
Jan, KX2A

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[Ian Kahn]

Gerald,

I would add one other caution so you don't get bitten by a common
"gotcha".  If you run lines between the K3 and your mic/headphone (also
called LineIn and LineOut on most laptops), make sure you turn off the
Windows system sounds.  These can be transmitted out via the "sound card",
creating transmissions you don't want from your K3.

Good luck getting everything up and running!

73,

--Ian
Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA  EM74ua
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K3 #281, P3 #688


On Fri, Mar 2, 2012 at 1:37 PM, W8JH wrote:

> Gerald,
>  As a proponent of the KISS principle you should know that CW, RTTY
> and I think PSK31 can all be done by the K3 without any 3.5mm cables or
> sound card additions.
>  I have used the free K3 Utility program and the serial port cable
> you will already have connected to your K3 for updates to use RTTY.  I have
> even had respectable run rates in contests with this simple setup.  I see
> PSK31 as a choice there in the program but have not tried it.  Again, all
> of
> this is ready "out of the box" with the free K3 Utility program and the
> serial connection you will have for K3 updates.
>  My logging program by N3FJP sends CW with the K3 as well.  For
> that I have a USB to 1/4 inch phono plug cable from the computer to the
> manual key jack on the back of the K3.  No other connections needed and it
> is a simple way to use CW via keyboard while the paddles also can be
> connected and working at the same time for fills, serial numbers etc.  Note
> that this method requires a logging program that sends CW and a USB to 1/4
> inch phono plug.  This cable was suggested by someone on the list and I can
> dig that info up if you need it.
>  I have no connection with the above mentioned products, just a
> satisfied user.  You can do the soundcard connections if you wish but this
> KISS method has worked for me.  YMMV.
> 73,
> Joe W8JH,  K3 1713, KPA 132
>
> -
> 73,
>
> Joe, W8JH
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Don Wilhelm]

You will get many different responses, everyone has their favorites.

I used to use HRD/DM780 for digital modes, but more recently have 
switched to Fldigi.  HRD polls the radio too much.

Fldigi supports most all digital modes (except some of Joe Taylor's modes)

If you are looking for a logger and control of the radio from the mouse 
and keyboard, I would suggest trying the DXLab suite.  It supports RTTY 
and some data modes, but if you want more data mode selections, it 
interoperates with Fldigi.

If you are well steeped into digital modes, you may want to run HamLib 
in conjunction with Fldigi.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 1:46 PM, va3...@gmail.com wrote:
> Not knowing where to post this question other then here
>
> Here it is
>
> Between DXLab and HRD which is the 'better' (and more importantly why becuase 
> better is so subjective)
>
> My first DX rig will be the KX3 and wonder which I should learn/use
>
> I plan to use digital as well as ssb.
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Tom]

I find DXLabs the easier set of programs to use.  You can pick and
chose what components you need and as you get more comfortable then
add others.  HRD is moving to a commercial pay program where as DXLabs
is free.  The support you receive from the DXLabs author and yahoo
group is excellent.  They are both excellent programs and have many
users but for me DXLabs is the one I chose.

Tom
KQ5S

On 3/2/12, va3...@gmail.com  wrote:
> Not knowing where to post this question other then here
>
> Here it is
>
> Between DXLab and HRD which is the 'better' (and more importantly why
> becuase better is so subjective)
>
> My first DX rig will be the KX3 and wonder which I should learn/use
>
> I plan to use digital as well as ssb.
>
> If I should post this somewhere else please let me know
>
> As well off line help would also Be appreciated
> a 'kosher' ham
> Sent from my BlackBerry device
>
> -Original Message-
> From: 
> Sender: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
> Date: Fri, 2 Mar 2012 12:42:09
> To: ; 
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3
>
> John,
> Congrats on the new K3!
>
> Check out DXLab on the Internet.  It's a suite of some great programs for us
> hams.  Best part of it , it's free and very well supported by the author and
> reflector group.
>
> 73 de Jim - KE8G
>
>
>  wa2cj...@optonline.net wrote:
>> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking
>> for software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
>>
>> Any suggestions ??
>>
>> John
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[va3bxg]

Not knowing where to post this question other then here

Here it is

Between DXLab and HRD which is the 'better' (and more importantly why becuase 
better is so subjective)

My first DX rig will be the KX3 and wonder which I should learn/use

I plan to use digital as well as ssb.

If I should post this somewhere else please let me know

As well off line help would also Be appreciated
a 'kosher' ham 
Sent from my BlackBerry device

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From: 
Sender: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
Date: Fri, 2 Mar 2012 12:42:09 
To: ; 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

John,
Congrats on the new K3!

Check out DXLab on the Internet.  It's a suite of some great programs for us 
hams.  Best part of it , it's free and very well supported by the author and 
reflector group.

73 de Jim - KE8G


 wa2cj...@optonline.net wrote: 
> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for 
> software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
> 
> Any suggestions ??
> 
> John
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[W8JH]

Gerald,
  As a proponent of the KISS principle you should know that CW, RTTY
and I think PSK31 can all be done by the K3 without any 3.5mm cables or
sound card additions.
  I have used the free K3 Utility program and the serial port cable
you will already have connected to your K3 for updates to use RTTY.  I have
even had respectable run rates in contests with this simple setup.  I see
PSK31 as a choice there in the program but have not tried it.  Again, all of
this is ready "out of the box" with the free K3 Utility program and the
serial connection you will have for K3 updates.
  My logging program by N3FJP sends CW with the K3 as well.  For
that I have a USB to 1/4 inch phono plug cable from the computer to the
manual key jack on the back of the K3.  No other connections needed and it
is a simple way to use CW via keyboard while the paddles also can be
connected and working at the same time for fills, serial numbers etc.  Note
that this method requires a logging program that sends CW and a USB to 1/4
inch phono plug.  This cable was suggested by someone on the list and I can
dig that info up if you need it.
  I have no connection with the above mentioned products, just a
satisfied user.  You can do the soundcard connections if you wish but this
KISS method has worked for me.  YMMV.
73,
Joe W8JH,  K3 1713, KPA 132

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73,

Joe, W8JH
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Re: [Elecraft] cut off

[Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

Hi Bob,

We have not done anything to change your Elecraft list subscription. You 
should be getting the list OK.

I just posted to the list that it is OK to post using ad supported email 
services like Juno.

73,

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On 3/1/2012 6:10 PM, riese-k3...@juno.com wrote:
>
> Looks like the list has stoped sending to me,,, at times JUNO will cause
> bounces
> and some lists need resetting,,, can this happen for me,,, any info I
> need
> should come off list in order for me to see it
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[Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

End of thread.

Minor footer ad text added by free email services is not limited here. 
Its OK to use these free email services for postings to the Elecraft list.

If you search the list archives they have appeared on postings from some 
members for over 12 years without problems. Please refrain from further 
comment or criticism of individual users on this topic.

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On 3/1/2012 7:20 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Might I suggest that gmail is a suitable alternative.  Free and no
> offensive added content.
> Juno might want to take some pointers from Gmail even though Juno has
> been around longer.
> NetZero also could use some similar lessons.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 3/1/2012 10:07 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
>> I agree with Don.  Third party advertisements have no business in
>> this list.  If you are adding them, as a signature they should be
>> removed.  If your e-mail provider is adding them, you need to find
>> a different e-mail provider.  There are quite a few free POP3 and
>> WebMail providers that do not add advertisements to outgoing e-mail.
>>
>> 73,
>>
>>   ... Joe, W4TV
>>
>>
>> On 3/1/2012 9:31 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
>>> Your "53 Year Old Mom ... post certainly looks like Spam to me.  That
>>> might be par of your problem.
>>> If that is part of your signature line, I suggest you drop it.  Third
>>> Party Offers have no place on any reflector that I want to participate in.
>>>
>>> 73,
>>> Don W3FPR
>>>
>>> On 3/1/2012 9:10 PM, riese-k3...@juno.com wrote:
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 and some lists need resetting,,, can this happen for me,,, any info I
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[Edward R. Cole]

John,

I have my K3 connected to my computer exactly as described by Don 
W3FPR.  I bought 1/8-inch mini-phone connector audio cables from 
RS.  These connectors mate most computers and the K3.  I bought the 
KUSB Serial to USB adaptor cable when I ordered my K3.  It is the 
Prolific version but worked fine after downloading new driver from 
prolific.  That cable is no longer sold by K3 so not an issue.  The 
new KUSB cable is based on FTDI chipset.

I run all kinds of soundcard sw with the K3 with this wiring 
interface.  You must use DATA mode for this and suggest you read the 
respective section of the K3 manual about this.  There are several 
DATA selections depending on data mode desired.  Have question about 
that come back and ask after reading the DATA sections.

I am expert user of WSJT: JT65, MAP65 and WSPR, but not the HF 
JT65.  I also run ARGO, psk-31, QRSS.  Looking into running Opera, ROS.


73, Ed - KL7UW, WD2XSH/45
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Re: [Elecraft] Remoterig cables

[N5QQ]

Jorge (and others) -
I am 90% installing/setting up the K3-to-K3 Twin RemoteRig system. Be glad
to share any bits and pieces I've learned with you, and vice-versa, as I am
having to operate this via a relatively SLOW microwave ISP out in the
boonies!

In testing so far I found considerably improved CW output when I have used
the M1-M4 Message keying vs the paddle/internal keyer. So with the typical
keying output of a PC, from N1MM for example, is there anyway to 'access'
that same message keying 'output'?

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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[ke8g]

John,
Congrats on the new K3!

Check out DXLab on the Internet.  It's a suite of some great programs for us 
hams.  Best part of it , it's free and very well supported by the author and 
reflector group.

73 de Jim - KE8G


 wa2cj...@optonline.net wrote: 
> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for 
> software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
> 
> Any suggestions ??
> 
> John
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Re: [Elecraft] K3: Using the K144XV to drive higher microwave transverters

[ELECRAFT]

RobYes you can:-I have xv1 driving an external 432/28 xverter, xv2 using the
internal 144 xverter on 144MHz, xv3 driving an external 1296/144 xverter xv4
driving an external 2304/144 xverter etc...THe hard part was getting the k3
to switch these external boxes automatically, see my web site
http://g4fre.com/k3proj.htmThe only thing you cannot do (STILL) is direct
frequency entry from the keyboard above 999.999MHz ie 
<4><3><2><.><1>goes to 432.1MHz however <1><2><9><6><.><2> does
NOT go to 1296.2Daveg4freHi all,

I'm currently contemplating the internal K144XV transverter, but bearing
in mind possible 23cm operation in the future - in particular, the 23cm
transverter I'm looking at uses a 144MHz IF.

Is it possible to configure one of the transverter bands on the K3 to
enable the K144XV (with its associated 28MHz IF), then use the 144MHz
output from there (via the ANT3 socket, I'm guessing) to drive an
external 23cm transverter, and show the appropriate 1296MHz frequency on
the K3's display? (This whilst maintaining another transverter band just
for "normal" 144MHz operation.)

Being able to assert one of the external transverter control lines at
the same time would be an additional bonus!

Many thanks,
Rob, M0VFC
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Pete Smith N4ZR]

I would suggest N1MM Logger and the DXLab Suite.  Both are free and N1MM 
has particularly robust integration of digital modes for contesting, as 
well as CW and SSB.  There will be a Webinar next Tuesday evening at 
9:00 US Eastern time on digital and multi-op aspects of N1MM Logger - go 
to www.pvrc.org and click on Upcoming Webinars to register.  It's free too.

73, Pete N4ZR
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The Reverse Beacon Network at http://reversebeacon.net, blog at 
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spots at telnet.reversebeacon.net, port 7000 and
arcluster.reversebeacon.net, port 7000


On 3/2/2012 9:41 AM, Kjeld Holm wrote:
> Dear John,
>
>
>
> I am using Ham Radio Deluxe for transceiver control.
>
>
>
> For logging I use an odd combination of Log windows 4.5 and DXKeeper. You
> should try to avoid Log windows 4.5 and concentrate in using all aspects of
> DXLab Suite.
>
>
>
> Best regards
>
> OZ1CCM Kjeld
>
>
>
>
>
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> Subject: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3
>
>
>
> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for
> software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
>
>
>
> Any suggestions ??
>
>
>
> John
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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Dick Dievendorff]

I use DXLab suite, a superb free product (with extraordinary support) from
AA6YQ.

The majority of the popular contest logging programs support the K3.  

You may find the links on Elecraft's K3 and K2 Control software page,
http://www.elecraft.com/k2_remote.htm helpful as well.

Enjoy your new radio!

73 de Dick, K6KR




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I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for
software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.

Any suggestions ??

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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Kjeld Holm]

Dear John,

 

I am using Ham Radio Deluxe for transceiver control.

 

For logging I use an odd combination of Log windows 4.5 and DXKeeper. You
should try to avoid Log windows 4.5 and concentrate in using all aspects of
DXLab Suite.

 

Best regards

OZ1CCM Kjeld

 

 

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Subject: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

 

I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for
software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.

 

Any suggestions ??

 

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Re: [Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[Don Wilhelm]

John,

Take a look at Fldigi and Hamlib - those are multiplatform.  If you are 
using Windows, take a look at Ham Radio Deluxe/DM780.

If you do not include CW, the list of possible applications expands greatly.

73,
Don W3FPR

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> I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for 
> software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.
>
> Any suggestions ??
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 + MicroHam MicroKeyer + Heil Proset

[Don Wilhelm]

Tom,

You have too many devices involved to say whether this is a problem with 
your setup and cables or whether it is a K3 problem.

Do you have anything connected between the Microkeyer and the K3 PTT 
input?  If you are going to get PTT to the K3, you must have something 
connected to the PTT input.

The other modes can use VOX to initiate transmit - my guess is that you 
have VOX set on for CW and RTTY, etc. and not for SSB.  Do you have the 
correct microphone jack (front or rear) selected?

Describe your setup in more detail, we do not have enough information to 
do any more than make guesses.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 9:17 AM, Tom wrote:
> I have this set up and am using the MicroKeyer cable set that has the
> mic input on the back of the rig.  I have the Proset plugged into the
> RJ45 adapter that plugs into the back of the MicroKeyer and provides
> the 8 pin mic connector.  I have the correct Heil  to K3 adapter
> cable.  I have a push to talk button that is plugged into the Heil
> adapter.  The problem is that when I push the button the radio does
> not key.
>
> Other modes (CW, RTTY, etc) key the rig ok.
>
> Any ideas?
>
> Tom
> KQ5S
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[Elecraft] operating software for K-3

[wa2cjohn]

I have completed building and setting my new K-3 " works great" looking for 
software to use with the K-3 for cw , data, logging , etc.

Any suggestions ??

John
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[Don Wilhelm]

Gerald,

You can operate data modes with only 2 cables - 3.5mm stereo audio 
cables.  One between the K3 line in and the computer headphone jack - 
the other between the computer mic jack and the K3 line out.  If your 
computer allows switching between mic in and line in levels, set it to 
line in and you are all set to go as long as you use the K3 VOX.

If you cannot set the mic jack to line in, you will likely need two 
resistors to put an attenuator in the cable between K3 line out and the 
computer mic in - use 100k in series and 10k across the cable conductors 
- the 10k goes on the mic in side of the 100k resistor.

If you want to use PTT instead of VOX, you will need a USB to serial 
adapter (use one with the FTDI chipset) between the computer and the 
RS-232 connector on the K3.  Set your application to use either RTS or 
DTR for PTT and set the K3 CONFIG: PTT - KEY menu entry to match your 
application selection.

One caution - using the serial port signals for PTT and keying may cause 
the K3 to go into transmit when the computer boots - the computer does 
testing and initialization of those signal lines during the boot 
process.  Not a problem, but just something to be aware of.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/2/2012 3:23 AM, KC6CNN wrote:
> I called Elecraft today to get information about ordering my new K3.
> I spoke with Dale, Very informative and so willing to help.
> One question I asked him and he gave me the answer to was on RTTY, PDK31,
> and CW I thought that I could hook up a cable between my laptop and K3 and
> be able to operate those modes.
> Maybe I miss understood but from what I got was that I needed that cable,
> DB9 to USB or usb converter and that I needed to connect the in and out from
> the back of the radio to my sound card. I checked my laptop and don't have a
> sound card port on the outside of it.
> I do have a 3.5 mm head phone jack and a 3.5mm mic jack on the front.
> So my confussion is do I need to hook up the 3.5mm jacks or will it run with
> just the one cable from laptop to radio. I hoping that, because I don't know
> where to buy the other cables, and with my current conditions, I can't make
> them.
>
> Anyone know the run down on this?
>
> Thank you in advance.
> Gerald - KC6CNN
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[Elecraft] K3 + MicroHam MicroKeyer + Heil Proset

[Tom]

I have this set up and am using the MicroKeyer cable set that has the
mic input on the back of the rig.  I have the Proset plugged into the
RJ45 adapter that plugs into the back of the MicroKeyer and provides
the 8 pin mic connector.  I have the correct Heil  to K3 adapter
cable.  I have a push to talk button that is plugged into the Heil
adapter.  The problem is that when I push the button the radio does
not key.

Other modes (CW, RTTY, etc) key the rig ok.

Any ideas?

Tom
KQ5S
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[Mike K2MK]

Hi Gerald,

No you don't need a SignalLink. You may want to review the K3 manual before
ordering your K3. Audio patch cables are readily available from Radio Shack,
Amazon, and other on-line cable sources like Monoprice or CableWholesale.
Probably at Target and Walmart as well. Some may call them 1/8" patch
cables. Get stereo cables. Even for mono inputs, the stereo cables will work
just fine. Just connect between your laptop microphone input and headphone
output to the K3 Line Out and Line In.

Here are some links:
http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Cable-ST35MM-06-Stereo-3-5mm/dp/B002JCOX5U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330696042&sr=8-1

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10218&cs_id=1021802&p_id=644&seq=1&format=2

http://www.cablewholesale.com/specs/headphone-cable/10a1-01106.htm

73,
Mike K2MK



KC6CNN wrote
> 
> I called Elecraft today to get information about ordering my new K3.
> I spoke with Dale, Very informative and so willing to help. 
> One question I asked him and he gave me the answer to was on RTTY, PDK31,
> and CW I thought that I could hook up a cable between my laptop and K3 and
> be able to operate those modes. 
> Maybe I miss understood but from what I got was that I needed that cable,
> DB9 to USB or usb converter and that I needed to connect the in and out
> from the back of the radio to my sound card. I checked my laptop and don't
> have a sound card port on the outside of it. 
> I do have a 3.5 mm head phone jack and a 3.5mm mic jack on the front. 
> So my confussion is do I need to hook up the 3.5mm jacks or will it run
> with just the one cable from laptop to radio. I hoping that, because I
> don't know where to buy the other cables, and with my current conditions,
> I can't make them. 
> 
> Anyone know the run down on this? 
> 
> Thank you in advance.
> Gerald - KC6CNN
> 
> Looks like most just use the signalink to resolve this.
> 


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[Elecraft] Wanted: K3

[John_N1JM]

Looking for a K3. Prefer one with no sub receiver. It doesn't have to have a
lot of options. Please reply off list. CONUS only please.

John N1JM 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[Scott Manthe]

Gerald- You would just plug the audio cables from the rig into the 
laptop's headphone and mic jacks. The term "soundcard" is better used 
when applied to desktop PCs, and refers to the days when computers 
didn't have integrated audio on the motherboard and if one wanted to 
process audio at all, one had to buy a card to plug into one of the 
expansion slots. (Your laptop could actually have a "soundcard," but 
more likely it has integrated audio.) These days, most PCs have 
integrated audio processing, but people use sound cards to do higher-end 
audio processing.

Hope this helps!

73,
Scott, N9AA


On 3/2/12 3:23 AM, KC6CNN wrote:
> I called Elecraft today to get information about ordering my new K3.
> I spoke with Dale, Very informative and so willing to help.
> One question I asked him and he gave me the answer to was on RTTY, PDK31,
> and CW I thought that I could hook up a cable between my laptop and K3 and
> be able to operate those modes.
> Maybe I miss understood but from what I got was that I needed that cable,
> DB9 to USB or usb converter and that I needed to connect the in and out from
> the back of the radio to my sound card. I checked my laptop and don't have a
> sound card port on the outside of it.
> I do have a 3.5 mm head phone jack and a 3.5mm mic jack on the front.
> So my confussion is do I need to hook up the 3.5mm jacks or will it run with
> just the one cable from laptop to radio. I hoping that, because I don't know
> where to buy the other cables, and with my current conditions, I can't make
> them.
>
> Anyone know the run down on this?
>
> Thank you in advance.
> Gerald - KC6CNN
>
>

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[Elecraft] First experience using KX3 in Germany

[DL2FI. Peter]

Last weekend I did some intensive playing with my brand new Fieldtest KX3
Serial Number 00016. It was a quite good situation for testing, because UBA
contest blocked 40m with horrible loud signals, 10m was opened so it was
possible to try some DX and the QRP Forum was quiet, so I had time enough. 

To say it first: All those months of waiting for the KX3 I was much too
conservative. In a lot of discussions I had  classified the KX3 as "
Improved FT-817 with super control unit" This was definitively wrong and
short by magnitudes.

The Receiver
Extreme low noise, extreme clean signals, nor ringing in CW down to the 50Hz
DSP filter. No crossover from nearby stations. I could perfect hear S4
signals only 2 kHz below or above a 9 plus 40 signal, in worse case I could
eventually hear some key clicks. In SSB thanks t0 High Cut and LowCut I was
able to decode signals middle out of a pileup although I am having
difficulties in copying SSB normally. (That's the reason to do 99% CW for
me)

Latency was absolutely no problem. I connected a K2, K3 and the KX3 using a
splitter to the same antenna and all 3 haven been absolute synchronic.

Intermodulations:
That was one of the points, I expected problems due to the well known fact
of extreme high sum levels especially in the evening here in Europe. I was
more than surprised: I could not find any Intermodulation with or without
Preamplifier. The Preamp can be used in 3 steps: +10dB, +20dB and +30dB.
Against all experience, and just for fun I switched it to +30dB while using
my full size diamond shape loop on 40m. The RX now sounded a little bit
nervous, but again I didn´t find IM2 nor IM3 products. But the KX3 several
times switched back the Preamp, whilst the display was showing "High Signal"
This is a protection circuit which reacts if the sum of all signal voltages
is too high. Wayne, N6KR answered to my question "Actual KX3 is analyzing
all in band signals, in a further firmware version it will detect out band
signals as well."

Sensitivity: 1µV Signal gives a noise free, clear tone in the headphone.

Empfindlichkeit: ein 1µV Signal erzeugt einen fast rauschfreien Ton.

Unwanted Sideband Suppression: After I had adjusted Phase and Gain (easy to
do at the KX3) the opposite sideband of a 9+20 signal could no longer be
seen in the S-Meter, it was just audible when I listened concentrated.
That's much better than most Xtal Filters do.

AGC: Critical point for all SDR based designs. Working in the multi crowded
40m Band during the contest I found that AGC Fast was working not optimal.
Lyle, who is the designer of the DSP suggested to use AGC Slow at this time.
So  did and I can say, it works excellent. Lyle is still working on AGC
fast, so I am sure this will do it also in future.

Current consumption in receive: 200mA

The Transmitter:
All worked stations stated an excellent sound of the transmitted signal in
SSB and in CW. I didn´t yet use the Equalizer, but I played with the
compression. Compression between 10dB and 25 dB resulted in "outstanding
good modulation" reports. Even when I got reports far above 599, no one
could hear any key clicks. I personally do not like full QSK, for me it is
ok if I can listen between letters, but I tested it and yes, the KX3 is full
QSK. Internal Temperature Control showed after several ragChew QSO < 35
degree C for the PA and 38 degree C for the DSP Unit (This shows, who is
eating current :-)
The internal ATU is working like a champ. I was able to tune the 40m element
of my Trap beam at 30m easily.

When I started with the KXPd3 Paddle, I had some problems. In a discussion
with Wayne, N6KR we found that my KX3 was missing its front rubber feet.
After installing the feet, the paddle works really great. 

Because it was warm outside at Sunday (+10 C) I opened /p season and did
some QSO in the garden and enjoyed the combination KX3 / HFP-1 (The follow
up of MP1). A great combination, I know what I will use in spring and summer
on my bicycle tours.

QSOing:
Yes, I am sure good old Mojo found its way from K2 into KX3. I heard W2mm in
a Pile Up on ten. She got me at my second call and stayed in a long QSO.
Carol was working at her K3 and was enthusiastic to hear a KX3 from Germany.
Some type of Elecraft Family Bonus :-)

Under the bottom line:
Elecraft is fiddling on the firmware, but under the bottom shell just now
and as it is the KX3 is one of the best Receivers I know. Due to KX3s
smallness and because my Mobil home is one of the smallest you can get, it
is absolutely sure what I am using if you hear me on HF if I find time to be
on the road again.

I have to excuse for my laughing, when a German DXpedition HAM talked about
using a KX3 for his next DXpedition. After some days playing with my KX3 I
think, it will handle even such use. 

73 de Peter, DL2FI
www.qrpproject.de


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[Elecraft] K3 Confussion - Help Please

[KC6CNN]

I called Elecraft today to get information about ordering my new K3.
I spoke with Dale, Very informative and so willing to help. 
One question I asked him and he gave me the answer to was on RTTY, PDK31,
and CW I thought that I could hook up a cable between my laptop and K3 and
be able to operate those modes. 
Maybe I miss understood but from what I got was that I needed that cable,
DB9 to USB or usb converter and that I needed to connect the in and out from
the back of the radio to my sound card. I checked my laptop and don't have a
sound card port on the outside of it. 
I do have a 3.5 mm head phone jack and a 3.5mm mic jack on the front. 
So my confussion is do I need to hook up the 3.5mm jacks or will it run with
just the one cable from laptop to radio. I hoping that, because I don't know
where to buy the other cables, and with my current conditions, I can't make
them. 

Anyone know the run down on this? 

Thank you in advance.
Gerald - KC6CNN

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