Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 tuner
It would be interesting to compare the toroids and capacitors in both products. My guess is that they would be similar, and the difference in ratings is based on the degree to which the manufacturer wishes to be conservative. As I've said on numerous occasions, MFJ products are rated in MFJ watts, which are half the size of regular watts (Pmfj = 2EI). Vic 4X6GP/K2VCO On Aug 5, 2015, at 4:47 AM, G4GNX g4...@theatreorgans.co.uk wrote: Hi all. I am contemplating purchasing a KPA500 amplifier to complement my K3. I currently have a MFJ 998 tuner which is good for 1.5KW but I think that the KAT500 tuner from Elecraft will be a superior product. Would this be a sensible assumption? If I also buy the KAT500, will it easily interface with my Icom IC700 and is there a specific setting that would allow me to use the IC7100 “Tune” button, which allows tuning at reduced power (ISTR it’s set at 10watts)? 73, Alan. G4GNX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to k2vco@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] HP50G
A really nice, free HP42s look alike is at http://thomasokken.com/free42/ 73, Mike ab3ap On Tue, Aug 4, 2015 at 8:22 PM, VE3NFK john.turgo...@gmail.com wrote: If you have an ipad, ipod, iphone; this $10 app will let you have an HP50G https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hp50g/id553279622?mt=8 73 John VE3NFK -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/HP50G-tp7605875p7605904.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to mike.ab...@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 Sidetone gone
Tom, The sidetone is generated by the MCU along with help from Control Board U8. I suspect that you have the wrong sidetone source selected. Go to the ST L menu and edit the menu parameter - set the level to something decent, like 40. Then tap DISPLAY to change the sidetone source - it is a toggle. Stop when you hear sidetone and tap MENU twice to exit the menu. 73, Don W3FPR On 8/5/2015 12:09 AM, Tom Field wrote: My K2, recently aligned and tuned up with the help of Don Wilhelm, lost the CW side tone. It clicks when you close the key, and there is no SPOT tone or if you try to change the tone volume in the menu there is no sound. As a guess, I may have had a short in the key plug, where to start looking? I couldn’t see the audio oscillator in the schematic. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 tuner
Alan - If you are satisfied with the performance of the MFJ tuner, you can certainly give it a try. A friend of mine had one to sell a few years ago, and let me try it on my very NON-resonant antenna. I have a 30' vertical that requires a tuner on any except 30 meters. The tuner in the K3 handles it quite well on 40 through 6 meters, but struggles on 80, where the native SWR is about 18:1. The MFJ 998 could not achieve a decent match on 2 or 3 bands, including 40 meters, which is one of my favorite bands. I wanted to get an amplifier, so I did not did not buy the 998. I now have the KAT500 and KPA500. The KAT500 has no trouble with those bands, so I can run my amp at full power when and where I want... except for 80. For that band, I switch to a Palstar AT-AUTO, and can run the amp at 500 watts. I know they don't all get to the antenna, but I have only 30' of coax from there to the antenna, and the coax is LMR600, so I have mitigated the losses somewhat. A friend had a MFJ998 that he mounted outside in a weatherproof enclosure, and ran 1500 watts to an inverted L. He was very happy with that setup, until a tree fell on the enclosure and destroyed the tuner. He then bought the MFJ998RT, and last I heard he was satisfied with it. I am sorry, but I am not sure about the integration of the KAT500 with your Icom 7100. Another friend used his Icom 7566PROIII with his KAT500, and had to press Tune on the rig... and then Tune on the tuner... but once the settings were memorized, then just a single DIT from the key, or a syllable or two on SSB and the KAT500 was all set and ready to go. 73 de Dave - K9FN On Tue, Aug 4, 2015 at 9:47 PM, G4GNX g4...@theatreorgans.co.uk wrote: Hi all. I am contemplating purchasing a KPA500 amplifier to complement my K3. I currently have a MFJ 998 tuner which is good for 1.5KW but I think that the KAT500 tuner from Elecraft will be a superior product. Would this be a sensible assumption? If I also buy the KAT500, will it easily interface with my Icom IC700 and is there a specific setting that would allow me to use the IC7100 “Tune” button, which allows tuning at reduced power (ISTR it’s set at 10watts)? 73, Alan. G4GNX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to dpbu...@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] SideKar vs PX3
FLDigi and DM780 both have this feature as does the program I mentioned in my earlier post PSKer for the iPAD. regards, Brian VE3IBW On Tue, Aug 4, 2015 at 8:12 AM, Bill Frantz fra...@pwpconsult.com wrote: The most useful feature I have found for PSK frequency drift is the ability to decode the past. If you miss part of a transmission, you can go back and try to decode it again with a different frequency setting. cocoaModem for the Mac has this feature. Any signal still on the waterfall can be decoded. When it finishes decoding the signal on the waterfall, it automatically continues decoding the new parts of the signal as they come in. cocoaModem is the only program I know of for any computer which has this feature. I would love to know of other programs which include it. 73 Bill AE6JV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
Hi folks, As I save up for my radio I'm doing a lot of research and educational reading about radios. This morning the lightbulb came on as to WHY the K3S is the best choice. You see, I used to run my own computer company and OEM my own computers. One of the largest frustrations for customers was having a new computer which is outdated in 6-12 months. Features or technologies come out that would force you to purchase an entirely new computer to get those features/technologies if you wanted/needed them. Enter the Elecraft K3 Platform. So not only are we able to buy some of the best technology available at the time; we are able to update over time as technology and features as they develop. For me that's huge. I consider the Kenwood TS-850s I had during my first go around in the hobby. Today, it would be considered a good radio but lacking because of the design and unavailable technologies (DSP hello??). I do wish I could obtain my K3S at lower cost but I understand supply vs demand and prices are always set at the highest level the market will bear. The prices reflect a high demand which I would expect to continue. Why buy built in obsolescence when you can buy open upgradability? You could try to argue that the price is too high. That you can almost buy two radios with similar specs for the cost of one base model K3*. Maybe you can, however, What happens to the value of that radio when new technology comes out? Yep, you guessed it, the manufacturer comes out with a new model and the value of your current model drops like a hot rock. Now let's look at the K* models. The previous version (the K3) is STILL holding value as far as I can see based on the sales postings. I'm not sure what they were new but from what I've seen they are $2000 used with NO WARRANTY, mostly upgradable to the current model (as far as I can tell the things that can't be updated are minor), and are STILL ranked high on the list of testing specs being compared to current new models from other manf. In conclusion. Why not buy a radio that can grow with you and change as the technology or your needs change? I don't work for Elecraft or any of it's affiliates. This is just my ramblings based on what I have experienced and what I see. I'm still saving up lint and bits of colored paper to purchase my new K3S at the Shelby NC Hamfest at the end of this month. It's going to be a terribly close race and I'll be getting the barebones model. .. es 73 Jer AE4PB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN
Byron, I never noticed the behavior you described until you pointed it out, but I see now that my K3 works the same way. I have been using the file Elecraft K3 X5 with DX4WIN to drive my K3 for several years. I suspect the radio is doing exactly what DX4WIN is requesting. 73, Bill - NA5DX [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN Byron Peebles NZ3O at arrl.net Tue Aug 4 21:42:32 EDT 2015 I am researching an issue I experience when I click a spot in DX4WIN. When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first to the band, then SSB, and then CW. The momentary switch to SSB is probably something in the radio file I am using, new to me, but I wanted to see if anyone else had this issue. I am using the DX4WIN file Elecraft K3 X5. TIA, 72, Byron __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
Jer, Your post is well put. I would further add these positive points for Elecraft: 1) Modular design allows one to start with a more basic radio and upgrade as ones needs and means allow.For some the second receiver is just not needed. 2) The radios are stated are upgraded and this has been an on-going process for seven or eight years now.Another USA manufacturer started this way but dropped the ball. 3) Eric, Wayne, Lyle and other design engineers are available on the forum to answer questions if they are not otherwise handled.We know the forum is monitored and responded to. 4) Tech support is excellent from California. 5) The Sherwood and other independent tests indicate that indeed this radio is one of the best on the market. 6) True diversity reception can be achieved and this is an advantage for some though of course expensive. I really do not have anything negative to say. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jerry Moore Sent: 05 August 2015 12:54 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S Hi folks, As I save up for my radio I'm doing a lot of research and educational reading about radios. This morning the lightbulb came on as to WHY the K3S is the best choice. You see, I used to run my own computer company and OEM my own computers. One of the largest frustrations for customers was having a new computer which is outdated in 6-12 months. Features or technologies come out that would force you to purchase an entirely new computer to get those features/technologies if you wanted/needed them. Enter the Elecraft K3 Platform. So not only are we able to buy some of the best technology available at the time; we are able to update over time as technology and features as they develop. For me that's huge. I consider the Kenwood TS-850s I had during my first go around in the hobby. Today, it would be considered a good radio but lacking because of the design and unavailable technologies (DSP hello??). I do wish I could obtain my K3S at lower cost but I understand supply vs demand and prices are always set at the highest level the market will bear. The prices reflect a high demand which I would expect to continue. Why buy built in obsolescence when you can buy open upgradability? You could try to argue that the price is too high. That you can almost buy two radios with similar specs for the cost of one base model K3*. Maybe you can, however, What happens to the value of that radio when new technology comes out? Yep, you guessed it, the manufacturer comes out with a new model and the value of your current model drops like a hot rock. Now let's look at the K* models. The previous version (the K3) is STILL holding value as far as I can see based on the sales postings. I'm not sure what they were new but from what I've seen they are $2000 used with NO WARRANTY, mostly upgradable to the current model (as far as I can tell the things that can't be updated are minor), and are STILL ranked high on the list of testing specs being compared to current new models from other manf. In conclusion. Why not buy a radio that can grow with you and change as the technology or your needs change? I don't work for Elecraft or any of it's affiliates. This is just my ramblings based on what I have experienced and what I see. I'm still saving up lint and bits of colored paper to purchase my new K3S at the Shelby NC Hamfest at the end of this month. It's going to be a terribly close race and I'll be getting the barebones model. .. es 73 Jer AE4PB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to turnb...@net1.ie __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] mIC gAIN GOES TO ZERO
Jerry, did find a resolution to this? I'm 99% cw so never noticed this before. My K3 is doing this with N1MM+. Decided to work the new Phone Fray. That's when I found it. 73, Gary KC9EE -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/mIC-gAIN-GOES-TO-ZERO-tp7600488p7605923.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN
When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first to the band, then SSB, and then CW. Does the K3 actually switch to SSB or does it switch to the last used mode on the new band before actually switching to the requested mode? The K3/K3S stores mode by band and will recall the last used mode each time you switch bands. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2015-08-05 9:18 AM, Bill Breeden wrote: Byron, I never noticed the behavior you described until you pointed it out, but I see now that my K3 works the same way. I have been using the file Elecraft K3 X5 with DX4WIN to drive my K3 for several years. I suspect the radio is doing exactly what DX4WIN is requesting. 73, Bill - NA5DX [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN Byron Peebles NZ3O at arrl.net Tue Aug 4 21:42:32 EDT 2015 I am researching an issue I experience when I click a spot in DX4WIN. When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first to the band, then SSB, and then CW. The momentary switch to SSB is probably something in the radio file I am using, new to me, but I wanted to see if anyone else had this issue. I am using the DX4WIN file Elecraft K3 X5. TIA, 72, Byron __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to li...@subich.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN
Joe, Good point. I should have made some more tests before replying. After another look, when I select a spot that requires a band change, my K3 stays in CW mode if the destination band was already in CW mode. Thanks and 73, Bill - NA5DX [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN Joe Subich, W4TV lists at subich.com Wed Aug 5 10:02:22 EDT 2015 Previous message: [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN Next message: [Elecraft] KAT500 tuner Messages sorted by: [ date ] [ thread ] [ subject ] [ author ] When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first to the band, then SSB, and then CW. Does the K3 actually switch to SSB or does it switch to the last used mode on the new band before actually switching to the requested mode? The K3/K3S stores mode by band and will recall the last used mode each time you switch bands. 73, ... Joe, W4TV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] TXMonitor
Received mine yesterday. Was thinking of making a switching box to switch between sensors. Looking at the manual, looks like you need to tell the P3 the span of the current sensor. Could do this via a arduino but the programmer's manual hasn't been updated for the TXmonitor. Anyone know the commands associated with the monitor functions? Harlan NC3C Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] TXMonitor
The P3 TX monitor automatically detects what type of sensor is installed. The sensor includes a resistor connected to one of the connector pins. The P3 reads the resistor value to figure out which sensor (200W HF, 2 kW HF or VHF) is installed. Alan N1AL On 08/05/2015 07:56 AM, hsherriff wrote: Received mine yesterday. Was thinking of making a switching box to switch between sensors. Looking at the manual, looks like you need to tell the P3 the span of the current sensor. Could do this via a arduino but the programmer's manual hasn't been updated for the TXmonitor. Anyone know the commands associated with the monitor functions? Harlan NC3C Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@sonic.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Developing Products, the Elecraft Way
My thoughts would be that all devices use the USB instead of RS232. By design the USB is a BUS rather than a point to point protocol as is RS232. Especially with USB3 throughputs this would make a better interconnect. Another thought would be an Ethernet connection in addition to the USB3. I can see the future potential in an additional microcontroller on the I/O and if it's not already the standard, using the universal serial bus (USB) for all peripheral interconnects. Makes sense to me anyway. As far as I'm concerned tho the setup works fine as is J, I am going to go back and do one more look at the TS-590SG. It's a close call but I'm comparing a quarterhorse to a drafthorse and justifying spending almost twice as much more to get the drafthorse. The built in obsolescence of the TS-590SG is a big negative for me. Back on topic of CW via keyboard.. I've not found in the docs where connecting a keyboard directly to the K3S is even supported?? Maybe it's a feature of the P3.. Jer On 8/4/2015 9:49 PM, Guy Olinger K2AV wrote: It appears that this is about the on-monitor Keyboard functions associated with the SVGA board in the P3, not the K3. and the SVGA would own the buffer overrun problem. Or is there something else actually in the K3? At this point, we don't know what is failing, or where. The K3 typically receives each character from the P3/SVGA and produces the CW code and side tone for each element as the character is being transmitted. It also displays each alpha-numeric character on the K3 display. When a character is skipped, none of those actions are happening in the K3. Then, there is the RS232 between the two units to consider. The fact that it fails independent of speed, even at very slow speed is the curious part. This thread got off on a tangent when it was suggested to Marc that he use a computer for CW with the K3. If doing so, isn't it a function of the sound card line in and out, and not the RS232 to transfer the code? Perhaps I'm forgetting something. I make mistakes when it's late and I'm tired. Dick, n0ce __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S solder type?
Anyone know the type of solder used in the K3S board manufacture? I've been reading up on environmentally safer solder and all of the reliability issues that result from the solder spidering over time. Anyone happen to know? I'm sure it's not an issue but it came to mind. I tried to call Elecraft to ask but they are busy helping customers who need actual help with their units J Jer __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Which keyboard for P3/SVGA?
I want to add a short list of recommended keyboards to our P3/SVGA order page to help future customers select a suitable keyboard. If you're using a keyboard with your P3/SVGA, please post a reply and tell us what model number it is, price you paid, etc. Thanks and kind regards, Paul n6hz -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Which-keyboard-for-P3-SVGA-tp7605930.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
On Wed,8/5/2015 5:54 AM, Jerry Moore wrote: I do wish I could obtain my K3S at lower cost but I understand supply vs demand and prices are always set at the highest level the market will bear. The prices reflect a high demand which I would expect to continue. From my perspective as a close observer and retired from running a small business, it appears to me that Elecraft sets prices at the level needed to stay in business while maintaining the quality of current and future products and the quality of product support. Elecraft is owned by two engineers, both of whom are moderately active on the ham bands. I've seen Eric's home -- it's nice, but modest. I suspect the same of Wayne. These are not your big biz moguls. I own three K3s, three P3s, a KPA500, two KAT500s, and a loaded KX3/KXPA100 rig. Two of those K3s are 2007 vintage, and one has been serviced several times. The KPA500 was serviced last month. Service has been good and costs have been reasonable. Last week, a ham posted an invoice for repair by the new owners of Ten Tec for his Orion II. It was just short of $1K. 73, Jim K9YC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 tuner
Hi Alan, I think I can give you some insight. I have the KAT500 auto tuner that I used first with my Icom IC-756Pro3, and now with my IC-7600. I also have an IC-7000 as well for mobile use, but have not used it with it, and since it doesn't have a built in auto tuner, I don't know for sure what amount of RF it may put out when a non-Icom auto tuner is connected to its Molex tuner port. For an Icom AH-4 for example, its specs state that tuning power required is 5-15 watts and that radiated power during tuning is less than 0.3 watt. If you use the KAT500 with any rig that does have an internal automatic tuner, make absolutely sure that it is turned off at any time the KAT500 is in use. Internal auto tuners and external auto tuners do not cohabit well, consequently, any tune settings will be greatly suspect. Its either one or the other, never both in circuit at the same time. I too intended to use it by pushing the TUNER on the rig, which puts out about 10 watts or so as all modern Icom transceivers do as far as I know. Unfortunately, the KAT500 really needs to see somewhere in the vicinity of about 30 watts RF out, in order to accurately tune the radio. I talked to Elecraft tech support extensively, (who by the way are about the best in the business, both professionally and technically) regarding getting different tune settings using the tuner button (at 10 watts out) on the rig vs manually setting power out to about 30 watts. On the Elecraft website, in the FAQ's, it says: Q: Can I use a 5 or 10 watt radio with the KAT500?A: The KAT500 can tune with 10 W but we recommend 20 W to 100 W for best tuning accuracy. If the KAT500 has already stored a tuning memory for the current frequency, it is possible to recall the tuned memory setting with less than 10 W. The KAT500 measures transmit frequency to automatically select tuning memories and antennas. So, based on Elecraft tech support's recommendations, I manually used 30 watts to train the tuner to memorize all the frequencies I wanted to be stored, which worked very well, and continues to do so to this day. But that is WITHOUT using the TUNER button on the rig WITH a cable connected between Icom's TUNER Molex connector on the back of the rig, and the other end going to the back of the KAT500's TUNE jack and power jack. The bottom line turned out to be that IF the rig's TUNER button is used to train or use the KAT500 to tune new frequencies (with the cable described above and because it only puts out 10 watts this way), the results you get will not be as accurate, or reliable as those you would get by manually using it using the TUNE button on the KAT500 itself (with no cable connected to the Molex connector on the rig going to the KAT500). All of this was verified by Elecraft. In reality, using the TUNE button on the KAT500 is just as fast as using the tuner button on the rig with the sole exception that you DO have to set the power out to about 30 watts. It may well be that it will work similarly with your IC-7000. Hope this gives you some insight as to what I found out. If you get the KAT500, you will love it!!! I do. Let us know how it works for you. I'm sure that others will be very interested as well. 73, Alan, AB6C Original Message: Message: 15Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2015 02:47:10 +0100 From: G4GNX g4...@theatreorgans.co.uk To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 tuner Message-ID: D70706FE6C0142C6B7A0CFB5767F3475@Paramount Content-Type: text/plain; charset=Windows-1252 Hi all. I am contemplating purchasing a KPA500 amplifier to complement my K3. I currently have a MFJ 998 tuner which is good for 1.5KW but I think that the KAT500 tuner from Elecraft will be a superior product. Would this be a sensible assumption? If I also buy the KAT500, will it easily interface with my Icom IC700 and is there a specific setting that would allow me to use the IC7100 ?Tune? button, which allows tuning at reduced power (ISTR it?s set at 10watts)? 73, Alan. G4GNX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Testers wanted: nVSP application on RaspberryPi - K3, K3S, LP-Pan, NaP3, SteppIR, PW1
nVSP (non-Virtual Serial Port) is a serial port router that runs on RaspberryPi and replaces Virtual Serial Port applications like LP-Bridge that run on Windows. Aside from my desire to avoid running a VSP for my LP-Pan/NaP3 panadapter, nVSP also translates the K3 CAT protocol to Icom CI-V frequency data for my PW1 amplifier. Alpha tests at two hams' stations using K3Ss, various logging programs, an LP-Pan/NaP3, and PW1s have been successful and I am now looking for a broader audience to test the program. The SteppIR controller interface has not been tested (don't have any SteppIR gear, but it should work). If you have been unwilling or unable to install a VSP on your computer this free program may solve those problems. Download the documentation and executable nVSP.zip here: http://www.k8ut.com/tiki-list_file_gallery.php True Cost Disclaimer: nVSP is free but the associated RPi, cabinet, and multiple serial adapter cables will probably cost you between $125 and $175 dollars. Links to various suppliers are included in the manual. -larry (K8UT) __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Which keyboard for P3/SVGA?
Hi Paul, I use a wireless Logitech K360 keyboard. I bought it at Staples for $40.00. I know I could have bought it cheaper elsewhere, but it was one of those got to have it now moments. Mark, WB9CIF -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Saffren N6HZ Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 4:48 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Which keyboard for P3/SVGA? I want to add a short list of recommended keyboards to our P3/SVGA order page to help future customers select a suitable keyboard. If you're using a keyboard with your P3/SVGA, please post a reply and tell us what model number it is, price you paid, etc. Thanks and kind regards, Paul n6hz -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Which-keyboard-for-P3-SVGA-tp7605930.ht ml Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to markmus...@sbcglobal.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] KXV3B manual changes in the enabling process
There has been a recent change to the KXV3B manual that describes a different enabling procedure. When I ordered my module around the time of Dayton, the manual shipped with the unit was revision C with a May 27th date. The current manual online shows a date of July 27th and a revision ID of C2. The enabling instructions between the two manuals on the last pages are different between the versions. If you received one of the early shipments of this module as I did, you may want to check this. 73 Jobst AC0LP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
Last week, a ham posted an invoice for repair by the new owners of Ten Tec for his Orion II. It was just short of $1K Unless we know what work was required, it is impossible to tell if the $1k bill is outrageous, extremely fair, or something in between. I would be be careful not to read too much into this. Plus, what can we make based on a sample of one. We really don't need to bash other companies in an effort to make Elecraft look good by comparison - especially without knowing the details of the billing used for comparison. Elecraft stands on its own. 73, Bob/AA6VB From: Jim Brown j...@audiosystemsgroup.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 10:11 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S On Wed,8/5/2015 5:54 AM, Jerry Moore wrote: I do wish I could obtain my K3S at lower cost but I understand supply vs demand and prices are always set at the highest level the market will bear. The prices reflect a high demand which I would expect to continue. From my perspective as a close observer and retired from running a small business, it appears to me that Elecraft sets prices at the level needed to stay in business while maintaining the quality of current and future products and the quality of product support. Elecraft is owned by two engineers, both of whom are moderately active on the ham bands. I've seen Eric's home -- it's nice, but modest. I suspect the same of Wayne. These are not your big biz moguls. I own three K3s, three P3s, a KPA500, two KAT500s, and a loaded KX3/KXPA100 rig. Two of those K3s are 2007 vintage, and one has been serviced several times. The KPA500 was serviced last month. Service has been good and costs have been reasonable. Last week, a ham posted an invoice for repair by the new owners of Ten Tec for his Orion II. It was just short of $1K. 73, Jim K9YC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to bobchor...@yahoo.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] TX Audio
To all the new K3S owners, I need a little help with an issue I am having with my K3S so I thought I would ask for some input. The issue is with audio being sent from the PC to radio thru the USB cable. Simply put, I have non. Receive audio going back to the PC from the radio is fine. The S meter on HRD sees signals just fine. I can decode CW , PSK , and RTTY fine also. I just can’t transmit any audio. By the way CW sends great, no problem with that. Doesn’t matter what the source is. Could be a digital program or a logging program or a contesting program. I tried DVK files (wav.files) even recorded music but nothing. It appears that Windows is doing it’s job here. You can see the audio being played on the little meters in the playback devices window. But nothing at the radio. I have tried this on 3 different computers with the same results. With different OS. Win.7, Win.8.1. USB drivers seem to load fine when I connect the radio. I checked all the menu settings. Just don’t know where to go from here. Am I missing something? Any suggestions would be appreciated Keith Robinson W4KTR --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type?
Hi Jer, Solder spidering, or Tin whiskers has always been an issue, even when 60/40 SnPb solder was the standard. In the past decade, the switch to non lead, or RoHS compliant solders has, mandated the removal of Pb in solder. With the absence of Pb and a much higher content of Sn, typically 96.5% of the solder formulation, tin whiskering has become more of a taking point and in some cases, problems in micro and especially nano circuits. The typical formulation for solder paste (for reflow) and solder pots is 96.5%Sn, 3%Ag, and .5%Cu. It's the brighteners in the Sn that are crucial to midagate the tin whisker growth. Although I did not see anything on the Elecraft web site that stated RoHS compliant, I would bet that their PCBs are being soldered with this type of RoHS compliant material, as Elecraft is selling into the EU marketplace, where these restrictions are enforced. As far as tin whiskering issues for the type of PCB's that are designed into these products, I do not think one should fear and shorting issues due to tin growth, as the pad spacing and line spacing is not at a critical spacing. Tin whisker growth is a very slow process, and we humans will probably be gone before anything like that would present a problem, especially in the normal conditions we operate the gear. I would be more concerned about cold solder connections as the newer RoHS solders require higher temps to reflow. That too has pretty much been handled over time with pretty precise solder reflow apparatus, and tweaks over the years on the paste and solder formulations. 73 Gene, N9TF - Original Message - From: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 11:33:53 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Anyone know the type of solder used in the K3S board manufacture? I've been reading up on environmentally safer solder and all of the reliability issues that result from the solder spidering over time. Anyone happen to know? I'm sure it's not an issue but it came to mind. I tried to call Elecraft to ask but they are busy helping customers who need actual help with their units J Jer __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@comcast.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Prolific driver windows 10
HI I installed Windows 10 and now it does not recognize the K3 by the CAT. I want to know if there is a new prolific driver. Thanks 73' Alfredo Velez WP3C/NP4DX e-mail: mailto:w...@aol.com Web: http://www.wp3c.comule.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Prolific driver windows 10
I want to know if there is a new prolific driver. If you have a legitimate Prolific device, check Windows Update. First thing to do is open Windows Device Manager, identify the USB to serial adapter, open the detail of that device, uninstall the device/driver, disconnect the device, perform a cold boot (In Windows 10, Right-click Power and select Restart) then reconnect the device and allow Windows Update to load the newest driver. If Windows Update fails to find/load a driver, your device is not using genuine Prolific hardware. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2015-08-05 5:49 PM, Alfredo Velez WP3C via Elecraft wrote: HI I installed Windows 10 and now it does not recognize the K3 by the CAT. I want to know if there is a new prolific driver. Thanks 73' Alfredo Velez WP3C/NP4DX e-mail: mailto:w...@aol.com Web: http://www.wp3c.comule.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to li...@subich.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Prolific driver Windows 10
Determine the Prolific Chipset that you have. Prolific's Support Site (Taiwan) http://www.prolific.com.tw/US/ShowProduct.aspx?p_id=225pcid=41 Windows Driver Installer Setup Program (For PL2303 HXA, XA, HXD, EA, RA, SA, TA, TB versions) Installer version Build date: 1.11.0 (2015-06-17) Windows XP (32 64-bit) WDM WHQL Driver: v2.1.51.238 (10/22/2013) - Windows XP Certified WHQL Driver - Windows Certification Report - Compatible with Windows 2000SP4 Server2003 Windows Vista/7/8/8.1/10 (32 64-bit) WDF WHQL Driver: v3.6.78.350 (06/05/2015) - Windows 10 Certified WHQL Driver - Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, Server 2008R2, Server 2012, Server 2012R2 Certified WHQL Driver - Windows Certification Report - Compatible with Windows Server2008 - Driver can auto-download via Windows Update (Windows 7/8/8.1/Server2008R2/2012/2012R2/10) Installer Language Support: English (default), Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Japanese For Prolific USB VID_067BPID_2303 and PID_2304 Only Includes Certification Report, User Manual, Driver Release Notes CheckChipVersion Tool Installer supports silent install (add /s parameter when running program) NOTE: Windows 8/8.1/10 are NOT supported in PL-2303HXA and PL-2303X EOL chip versions. Run PL2303 CheckChipVersion tool program in Windows XP/Vista/7 to check chip version. Windows XP, 2000, 98 and Windows ME driver technical support is discontinued. Prolific recommends to use PL-2303HXD (HX Rev D) or PL2303TA chip. Sent from iPad Air __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] CW reception with 3 peaks on PX3
Spurs, maybe? Meaning the TX station. Or maybe he was sending MCW with a lot of distortion. 73, matt W6NIA On Thu, 06 Aug 2015 13:41:30 +1000, you wrote: I was in contact with a CW station recently and his signal had 3 peaks on my PX3. Can anyone explain. The other station was using an ICOM 7410. Submitted this also on the KX3 Yahoo forum and had 1 reply. Thanks for that. Thought I might post it here in the hope to get an explanation. Have never seen this before and it does not happen on other CW stations. Gerard VK2JNG Gerard vk2jng at iCloud dot com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to mzil...@roadrunner.com Matt Zilmer, W6NIA -- Always store beer in a dark place. -R. Heinlein __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
The Service Department is being supported by someone, those Tech's Don't work for free. Pay me here or pay me there, TINSTAAFL 73, Dick, W1KSZ -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2015 8:19 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S On Wed,8/5/2015 5:47 PM, Bob McGraw - K4TAX wrote: We really don't need to bash other companies in an effort to make Elecraft look good by comparison - especially without knowing the details of the billing used for comparison. Elecraft stands on its own. I made the original comment, and I was not bashing anyone. TenTec replaced an entire board and some individual components. I've had Elecraft troubleshoot boards rather than replace them. Beginning in the 80s, I owned and liked Ten Tec transceivers, but learned the hard way that their service department is a profit center. I do not believe that to be true of Elecraft. Last month, Elecraft did replace a major board in my KPA500 because they deemed it unrepairable. The bill was under $400. 73, Jim K9YC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to w1...@earthlink.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] CW reception with 3 peaks on PX3
I was in contact with a CW station recently and his signal had 3 peaks on my PX3. Can anyone explain. The other station was using an ICOM 7410. Submitted this also on the KX3 Yahoo forum and had 1 reply. Thanks for that. Thought I might post it here in the hope to get an explanation. Have never seen this before and it does not happen on other CW stations. Gerard VK2JNG Gerard vk2jng at iCloud dot com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] S-Meter Calibration
From my chart on the wall, at 50 ohms, 4 mV is about -34.8 dBm and
50 uV is -73 dBm. Thus you will need an attenuator supplying some ~35
dB of loss.
From your numbers and starting at 40 mv {-14.8 dBm}, using 3
attenuators of 20 dB each will get close.As someone else suggested
the XG3 would likely be a better choice.
73 Bob, K4TAX
On 8/5/2015 7:16 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
Doug,
That may work as long as the signal generator and the attenuators are
very well shielded.
If the brand name were Agilent (used to be HP), I would say that it
would be well shielded, but I don't know about a product from the
Siglent.
You may do better to invest in the Elecraft XG3. The calibration can
be automatic and painless when controlled by K3 Utility.
73
Don W3FPR
On 8/5/2015 6:41 PM, Doug Kingston wrote:
I have access to signal generator similar to this (
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/sdg830.html), but its minimum
output is
4mv. The calibration calls for 50uV of signal.
It looks like I could set the output to 40mv (I don't like working at
the
bottom of the range), and then attenuate the output with 3 20db
attenudators (e.g.
http://www.fairviewmicrowave.com/20db-fixed-attenuator-bnc-male-bnc-female-0.5-watts-sa01b-20-p.aspx)
in series which would reduce the voltage by a factor of 1000. Does this
sound like a viable plan?
-Doug-, KD7DK
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Re: [Elecraft] High Speed CW issue with dropped characters/delay at high speeds with K3/P3
RE: High Speed CW issue with dropped characters/delay at high speeds with K3/P3 I've been corresponding with Marc on this and we've made an interesting discovery. We lowered the port speed and could not duplicate the dropped characters, although he did experience the delay. I've included his email response in this post. *** Wow, Jer, you may have discovered something important. I just did a non-exhaustive test of the keyboard with SVGA where the P3 and K3 are set to 4800 baud. Not one single dropped character! This is a first in my experience. The 4 second (approx.) delay still occurs every 132 (approx.) characters but that always seemed an unrelated problem. I'm including Paul Saffren at Elecraft in this e-mail since he has strong interest in this problem. The keyboard I used for the test is an Anker wireless. Now I'll try a Geyes wireless which Elecraft suspect of being incompatible with the USB library currently used in the SVGA card. - Marc W8SDG On Aug 5, 2015, at 2:49 PM, Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com wrote: Yes, RS232, can you check and lower the port speed to see if it resolves the cw issue? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type?
Tin whiskers are not just a space phenomenon. I lost a variable frequency drive for a 7,000 horsepower motor due to an arcing fault that developed from tinned busbars carrying 2500 VDC. the tinned cladding of the copper busbars developed whiskers that grew and provided high electric stress points to initiate the arc. Due to that failure, Siemens has replaced all our tin-platted bus with nickel-plated. Nickel doesn’t grow whiskers. Dale W5OHM On Aug 5, 2015, at 7:38 PM, Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com wrote: Ok, so I guess running DX from the International space station is off... darn.. LOL.. Jer -Original Message- From: N2TK, Tony [mailto:tony@verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2015 7:19 PM To: 'Jerry Moore' Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Want to see tin whiskers grow quickly? Put the part in space. Conformal coatings reduce tin whiskers to some degree. But the military and space folks want (demand) lead when they can get it whether we are talking the USA or off shore countries. Can't see tin whispers being a major issue for our standard type products down here on the ground with being ROHS compliant. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of n...@comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2015 5:46 PM To: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Hi Jer, Solder spidering, or Tin whiskers has always been an issue, even when 60/40 SnPb solder was the standard. In the past decade, the switch to non lead, or RoHS compliant solders has, mandated the removal of Pb in solder. With the absence of Pb and a much higher content of Sn, typically 96.5% of the solder formulation, tin whiskering has become more of a taking point and in some cases, problems in micro and especially nano circuits. The typical formulation for solder paste (for reflow) and solder pots is 96.5%Sn, 3%Ag, and .5%Cu. It's the brighteners in the Sn that are crucial to midagate the tin whisker growth. Although I did not see anything on the Elecraft web site that stated RoHS compliant, I would bet that their PCBs are being soldered with this type of RoHS compliant material, as Elecraft is selling into the EU marketplace, where these restrictions are enforced. As far as tin whiskering issues for the type of PCB's that are designed into these products, I do not think one should fear and shorting issues due to tin growth, as the pad spacing and line spacing is not at a critical spacing. Tin whisker growth is a very slow process, and we humans will probably be gone before anything like that would present a problem, especially in the normal conditions we operate the gear. I would be more concerned about cold solder connections as the newer RoHS solders require higher temps to reflow. That too has pretty much been handled over time with pretty precise solder reflow apparatus, and tweaks over the years on the paste and solder formulations. 73 Gene, N9TF - Original Message - From: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 11:33:53 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Anyone know the type of solder used in the K3S board manufacture? I've been reading up on environmentally safer solder and all of the reliability issues that result from the solder spidering over time. Anyone happen to know? I'm sure it's not an issue but it came to mind. I tried to call Elecraft to ask but they are busy helping customers who need actual help with their units J Jer __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@comcast.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to tony@verizon.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to dled...@camtel.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home:
[Elecraft] K3 for sale
s/n3334. Elecraft K3 with the following options: KRX3 Sub receiver, K3DVR Digital Voice Recorder, KAT3 Antenna Tuner, KXV3A, MH2 Microphone. KFL3A- 2.7 KHz filters in both the main and sub receiver, KFL3A-1.8 KHz filter in the main receiver, KFL3A- 500Khz filters in the main and sub receivers. New aftermarket metal VFO knobs ( 73CNC-chrome insert) for VFO A and B ( not installed) Updated by Elecraft in 12/12 for installation of the KRX3, KXV3A and KAT3 and LPA Heat sink, 8 volt regulator mod, KSYN3 DDS mod. $3000 or $CDN equivalent plus shipping. Tim VE6SH This e-mail may contain information that is privileged, confidential and/or exempt from disclosure. No waiver whatsoever is intended by sending this e-mail which is intended only for the named recipient(s). Unauthorized use, dissemination or copying is prohibited. If you receive this email in error, please notify the sender and destroy all copies of this e-mail. Our privacy policy is available at www.mccarthy.cahttp://www.mccarthy.ca. Click here to unsubscribemailto:listmana...@mccarthy.ca?subject=I%20wish%20to%20unsubscribe%20from%20commercial%20electronic%20messages%20from%20McCarthy%20Tetrault from commercial electronic messages. Please note that you will continue to receive non-commercial electronic messages, such as account statements, invoices, client communications, and other similar factual electronic communications. Suite 5300, TD Bank Tower, Box 48, 66 Wellington Street West, Toronto, ON M5K 1E6 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
On Wed,8/5/2015 5:47 PM, Bob McGraw - K4TAX wrote: We really don't need to bash other companies in an effort to make Elecraft look good by comparison - especially without knowing the details of the billing used for comparison. Elecraft stands on its own. I made the original comment, and I was not bashing anyone. TenTec replaced an entire board and some individual components. I've had Elecraft troubleshoot boards rather than replace them. Beginning in the 80s, I owned and liked Ten Tec transceivers, but learned the hard way that their service department is a profit center. I do not believe that to be true of Elecraft. Last month, Elecraft did replace a major board in my KPA500 because they deemed it unrepairable. The bill was under $400. 73, Jim K9YC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] Does the K3S DSP support LMS noise reduction ?
What is LMS Noise Reduction? I retired when my brain became filled to capacity with acronyms. Any new ones just overflow to the drain. :-) Fred K6DGW Sparks NV Lyle Johnson kk7p4...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, identical to the K3. 73, Lyle KK7P I don't see LMS listed. Does it support that? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to k6...@foothill.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type?
Jer, I don't know the solder type used in the K3S, but I can tell you that Elecraft went to ROHS compliant several years ago. 73, Don W3FPR On 8/5/2015 12:33 PM, Jerry Moore wrote: Anyone know the type of solder used in the K3S board manufacture? I've been reading up on environmentally safer solder and all of the reliability issues that result from the solder spidering over time. Anyone happen to know? I'm sure it's not an issue but it came to mind. I tried to call Elecraft to ask but they are busy helping customers who need actual help with their units J __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type?
Want to see tin whiskers grow quickly? Put the part in space. Conformal coatings reduce tin whiskers to some degree. But the military and space folks want (demand) lead when they can get it whether we are talking the USA or off shore countries. Can't see tin whispers being a major issue for our standard type products down here on the ground with being ROHS compliant. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of n...@comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2015 5:46 PM To: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Hi Jer, Solder spidering, or Tin whiskers has always been an issue, even when 60/40 SnPb solder was the standard. In the past decade, the switch to non lead, or RoHS compliant solders has, mandated the removal of Pb in solder. With the absence of Pb and a much higher content of Sn, typically 96.5% of the solder formulation, tin whiskering has become more of a taking point and in some cases, problems in micro and especially nano circuits. The typical formulation for solder paste (for reflow) and solder pots is 96.5%Sn, 3%Ag, and .5%Cu. It's the brighteners in the Sn that are crucial to midagate the tin whisker growth. Although I did not see anything on the Elecraft web site that stated RoHS compliant, I would bet that their PCBs are being soldered with this type of RoHS compliant material, as Elecraft is selling into the EU marketplace, where these restrictions are enforced. As far as tin whiskering issues for the type of PCB's that are designed into these products, I do not think one should fear and shorting issues due to tin growth, as the pad spacing and line spacing is not at a critical spacing. Tin whisker growth is a very slow process, and we humans will probably be gone before anything like that would present a problem, especially in the normal conditions we operate the gear. I would be more concerned about cold solder connections as the newer RoHS solders require higher temps to reflow. That too has pretty much been handled over time with pretty precise solder reflow apparatus, and tweaks over the years on the paste and solder formulations. 73 Gene, N9TF - Original Message - From: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 11:33:53 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Anyone know the type of solder used in the K3S board manufacture? I've been reading up on environmentally safer solder and all of the reliability issues that result from the solder spidering over time. Anyone happen to know? I'm sure it's not an issue but it came to mind. I tried to call Elecraft to ask but they are busy helping customers who need actual help with their units J Jer __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@comcast.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to tony@verizon.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN
I have heard from Elecraft and List Members that this is how the radio works. It first switches to the mode last used on the band, and then the control software sets your requested mode. It's a two step process. A little annoying, but I'm certain I'll adjust. 72, Byron On 08/05/2015 09:18 AM, Bill Breeden wrote: Byron, I never noticed the behavior you described until you pointed it out, but I see now that my K3 works the same way. I have been using the file Elecraft K3 X5 with DX4WIN to drive my K3 for several years. I suspect the radio is doing exactly what DX4WIN is requesting. 73, Bill - NA5DX [Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN Byron Peebles NZ3O at arrl.net Tue Aug 4 21:42:32 EDT 2015 I am researching an issue I experience when I click a spot in DX4WIN. When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first to the band, then SSB, and then CW. The momentary switch to SSB is probably something in the radio file I am using, new to me, but I wanted to see if anyone else had this issue. I am using the DX4WIN file Elecraft K3 X5. TIA, 72, Byron __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@arrl.net . __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] S-Meter Calibration
I have access to signal generator similar to this ( http://www.circuitspecialists.com/sdg830.html), but its minimum output is 4mv. The calibration calls for 50uV of signal. It looks like I could set the output to 40mv (I don't like working at the bottom of the range), and then attenuate the output with 3 20db attenudators (e.g. http://www.fairviewmicrowave.com/20db-fixed-attenuator-bnc-male-bnc-female-0.5-watts-sa01b-20-p.aspx) in series which would reduce the voltage by a factor of 1000. Does this sound like a viable plan? -Doug-, KD7DK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Prolific driver windows 10
I never could get it work. I finally gave up and got a new cable that uses an existing driver in Windows 10. 73 de Eric, KG6MZS On Aug 5, 2015, at 2:49 PM, Alfredo Velez WP3C via Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net wrote: HI I installed Windows 10 and now it does not recognize the K3 by the CAT. I want to know if there is a new prolific driver. Thanks 73' __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] S-Meter Calibration
Doug, That may work as long as the signal generator and the attenuators are very well shielded. If the brand name were Agilent (used to be HP), I would say that it would be well shielded, but I don't know about a product from the Siglent. You may do better to invest in the Elecraft XG3. The calibration can be automatic and painless when controlled by K3 Utility. 73 Don W3FPR On 8/5/2015 6:41 PM, Doug Kingston wrote: I have access to signal generator similar to this ( http://www.circuitspecialists.com/sdg830.html), but its minimum output is 4mv. The calibration calls for 50uV of signal. It looks like I could set the output to 40mv (I don't like working at the bottom of the range), and then attenuate the output with 3 20db attenudators (e.g. http://www.fairviewmicrowave.com/20db-fixed-attenuator-bnc-male-bnc-female-0.5-watts-sa01b-20-p.aspx) in series which would reduce the voltage by a factor of 1000. Does this sound like a viable plan? -Doug-, KD7DK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to w3...@embarqmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type?
Ok, so I guess running DX from the International space station is off... darn.. LOL.. Jer -Original Message- From: N2TK, Tony [mailto:tony@verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2015 7:19 PM To: 'Jerry Moore' Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Want to see tin whiskers grow quickly? Put the part in space. Conformal coatings reduce tin whiskers to some degree. But the military and space folks want (demand) lead when they can get it whether we are talking the USA or off shore countries. Can't see tin whispers being a major issue for our standard type products down here on the ground with being ROHS compliant. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of n...@comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2015 5:46 PM To: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Hi Jer, Solder spidering, or Tin whiskers has always been an issue, even when 60/40 SnPb solder was the standard. In the past decade, the switch to non lead, or RoHS compliant solders has, mandated the removal of Pb in solder. With the absence of Pb and a much higher content of Sn, typically 96.5% of the solder formulation, tin whiskering has become more of a taking point and in some cases, problems in micro and especially nano circuits. The typical formulation for solder paste (for reflow) and solder pots is 96.5%Sn, 3%Ag, and .5%Cu. It's the brighteners in the Sn that are crucial to midagate the tin whisker growth. Although I did not see anything on the Elecraft web site that stated RoHS compliant, I would bet that their PCBs are being soldered with this type of RoHS compliant material, as Elecraft is selling into the EU marketplace, where these restrictions are enforced. As far as tin whiskering issues for the type of PCB's that are designed into these products, I do not think one should fear and shorting issues due to tin growth, as the pad spacing and line spacing is not at a critical spacing. Tin whisker growth is a very slow process, and we humans will probably be gone before anything like that would present a problem, especially in the normal conditions we operate the gear. I would be more concerned about cold solder connections as the newer RoHS solders require higher temps to reflow. That too has pretty much been handled over time with pretty precise solder reflow apparatus, and tweaks over the years on the paste and solder formulations. 73 Gene, N9TF - Original Message - From: Jerry Moore je...@carolinaheli.com To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 11:33:53 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3S solder type? Anyone know the type of solder used in the K3S board manufacture? I've been reading up on environmentally safer solder and all of the reliability issues that result from the solder spidering over time. Anyone happen to know? I'm sure it's not an issue but it came to mind. I tried to call Elecraft to ask but they are busy helping customers who need actual help with their units J Jer __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@comcast.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to tony@verizon.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 tuner
Hi Alan, Like you, I have an MFJ-998 auto tuner, but was never really satisfied with its integration with the Elecraft K3. I suggested to Martin that MFJ produce a cable to integrate with Elecraft radios, but that hasn't yet happened so far as I know. Based on the superb tuning capability that the internal K3 tuner has, I decided to take the plunge on a KAT500. I can't be happier that I did. The integration with the K3 is seamless and pretty much flawless. The tuner follows my K3 wherever it goes, quickly and silently (silently because I've stored matches for all bands; on the initial tune there's of need a bit of clatter but nothing like the 998's) matching my two low wire dipoles on all bands including 6M, though 160M is a bit tough because of the 52-foot length of the wires. I don't get the surprise! tune-ups that I got with the 998. I get many more matches on 160M and 80M than I got with the 998. All I have to do is switch my amp when I change bands now. At some point I know I'll end up with a KPA500 and that switching function will become a thing of the past too. I recently added a third antenna (coil-loaded sloper) for 160M/80M and the KAT500 loads it up beautifully. It's sweet that that particular antenna remains always selected for those two bands. I suspect that at least in part, the MFJ-998 is designed to evaluate situations where it must expect the user will throw a full 1.5KW at it into a really poor match, and it then must say My components really aren't designed for that particular extreme, and I can't give you a 2:1 match.There's no way for me to tell it Hey, I'm never sending you more than 800, I promise! One thing I did like about the 998 is I had two sets of tuning settings - one for dry weather, and one for rainy/snowy weather. It was easy to switch between the two on each antenna. Of course that is possible to do with the KAT500 as well. You can save a dry weather configuration file and a wet weather file and read the appropriate one into the tuner as needed. I've not yet gotten 'round to creating the wet weather file. I keep the 998 around thinking one day MFJ will produce a cable for Elecraft radios, and I may decide to go through the hassle of getting a building permit to install 240v to the shack, and go fully QRO. Until then, it's not connected to anything now and the KAT500 is my do-it-all tuner for all occasions. I went the kit route with the KAT500 and like all the Elecraft kits, it was a barrel of fun to assemble. I can't speak to how the KAT500 will integrate with your Icom, but as for its integration with the K3, it's the bees knees. 73, Tyler, KC2LST -- Message: 15Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2015 02:47:10 +0100From: G4GNX g4...@theatreorgans.co.ukTo: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.netSubject: [Elecraft] KAT500 tunerMessage-ID: D70706FE6C0142C6B7A0CFB5767F3475@ParamountContent-Type: text/plain; charset=Windows-1252 Hi all. I am contemplating purchasing a KPA500 amplifier to complement my K3. I currently have a MFJ 998 tuner which is good for 1.5KW but I think that the KAT500 tuner from Elecraft will be a superior product. Would this be a sensible assumption? If I also buy the KAT500, will it easily interface with my Icom IC700 and is there a specific setting that would allow me to use the IC7100 ?Tune? button, which allows tuning at reduced power (ISTR it?s set at 10watts)? 73, Alan. G4GNX __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My Number one reason for wanting to buy the K3S
Bob makes a good point. Not knowing the specific facts surrounding the Orion II repair required, I believe it improper to comment or draw any conclusion on the topic from any perspective. Although as an owner and user of an Orion II, Omni VII, Eagle and Argonaut VI and one that has repaired lots of Tentec, ICOM, Kenwood and Yaesu products in years past, I seriously doubt that the repair, to any notable extent, of an Elecraft product today would be much if any different in terms of expense.Some years back I assembled a K3/10 and a K3/100 for others. I do have a clue as to what's inside the box. The parts and boards aren't inexpensive and the labor is increasing in costs all the time. We have a saying locally which I view applies; if one can't run and keep up with the big dogs, then they best stay under the porch.Just like buying a boat, if one has to inquire as to how much fuel it consumes, it is then reasonably clear they don't have adequate funds to make the purchase. I now have an Elecraft K3S on order and waiting and looking forward to its arrival. 73 Bob, K4TAX On 8/5/2015 4:04 PM, Chortek Bob via Elecraft wrote: Last week, a ham posted an invoice for repair by the new owners of Ten Tec for his Orion II. It was just short of $1K Unless we know what work was required, it is impossible to tell if the $1k bill is outrageous, extremely fair, or something in between. I would be be careful not to read too much into this. Plus, what can we make based on a sample of one. We really don't need to bash other companies in an effort to make Elecraft look good by comparison - especially without knowing the details of the billing used for comparison. Elecraft stands on its own. 73, Bob/AA6VB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] TX Audio
Be sure the 3.5mm LINE IN jack has nothing plugged in. if a cable is plugged into this jack, the KIO3B will only accept LINE audio from the jack, not from the USB. LINE OUT will always be active on both the analog 3.5mm jack as well as USB. 73, Lyle KK7P On 8/5/15 2:21 PM, Keith Robinson wrote: To all the new K3S owners, I need a little help with an issue I am having with my K3S so I thought I would ask for some input. The issue is with audio being sent from the PC to radio thru the USB cable. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
