Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Nr4c 
Don
Does DATA A also set audio in to Line In?  

This makes switching modes seamless. No changes to make. 

Sent from my iPhone
...nr4c. bill


> On Sep 12, 2017, at 9:15 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> Tom,
> 
> Using DATA A is the same as using USB *except* compression is set to zero and 
> TX EQ is set to flat automatically.
> 
> So yes, USB may work OK, but you have a lot more flexibility with other modes 
> when using DATA A.
> 
> That allows you to set whatever you want for SSB and not have to change it 
> when you want to operate digital - which should not use compression nor 
> equalization to minimize distortion in the transmitted signal.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
>> On 9/12/2017 8:58 PM, Tommy wrote:
>>   Don,
>> Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it works 
>> fine. It seems.
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[Elecraft] OT: 20 meters is hot tonight....

2017-09-12 Thread Wayne Burdick 
Hearing ZLs and VKs from CA loud and clear tonight. Nice to have a great band 
opening for a change!

Wayne
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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread rich hurd WC3T 
Using DATA A will disable many of the audio processing, such as  the MIC
gain, RX/TX equalization, and audio compression functions.   These are
needed to help in between-the-ears processing but sometimes are
counterproductive in DATA modes.

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On Tue, Sep 12, 2017 at 8:58 PM, Tommy  wrote:

>   Don,
>
> Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it
> works fine. It seems.
>
> Tom - KB2SMS
>
> KX2 #01927
>
>
> On 09/12/2017 01:47 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
>
>> I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with
>> using Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
>> Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to the
>> page.
>>
>> This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at
>> Elecraft and approved.
>>
>> As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other
>> amateur transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the common
>> internet advice.
>>
>> 73,
>> Don W3FPR
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching

2017-09-12 Thread Gary Smith 
Fellows,

So far it seems like Green Heron gets the 
nod, I'll give them a call. I appreciate 
the suggestions.

73,

Gary
KA1J


> Green Heron makes Wi-Fi Controlled Switches
> 
> http://www.greenheronengineering.com/GHE_Overview.php
> 
> 
> 
> Dave, W9PA
> 
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
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> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Gary Smith
> Sent: Tuesday, 12 September, 2017 19:29 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching
> 
> Question: Is there a remote coax switch 
> that handles at least 5, preferably up to 
> eight antennas and does not need a control 
> line to the remote switch.
> 
> My station: At the moment I have an 
> Ameritron RCS-8V remote coax switch. I 
> also have a remote ICE Model 516 antenna 
> switch. 
> 
> I use the ICE to switch between the 
> triband or the Ameritron controlled 
> antennas. 
> 
> The Ameritron is controlled by 350' of CAT 
> cable, hardline is from the house to the 
> switch. My Ameritron controlled antennas 
> are wires in trees, I also have a 
> tribander which when I use it, I manually 
> switch. All the antennas are tuned so 
> there is no tuner other than the one in 
> the K3s.
> 
> I select the desired antenna thusly:
> 
> 160M - 160 wire
> 80M --- 80 wire
> 40M --- 40 wire
> 30M --- 30 wire
> 20M --- 20 wire & tribander
> 17M --- 80 wire
> 15M --- 40 wire & Tribander
> 12M --- 80 wire & 160 wire
> 10M --  160 wire & Tribander
> 6M  160 wire & Tribander*
> 
> * I have a homebrew addition of W1ZR's 6M 
> passive elements added to the tribander.
> 
> There are two transmit coax that exit the 
> house; one to hardline leading to the wire 
> antennas, the other is to the tribander. 
> 
> So here's the dilemma... I'm thinking of 
> replacing the remote Ameritron switch with 
> one that will automatically switch 
> antennas as I switch bands, controlled by 
> the K3s band change. If I decide to switch 
> between the Tribander or wire, it would be 
> nice to do that at the touch of a button 
> but the ICE does a fine job. 
> 
> My Alpha 77SX is incredibly forgiving and 
> if I don't make a proper antenna 
> selection, nothing fails & I correct the 
> problem & go. I am though considering the 
> new Elecraft KPA 1500 amp (Do I really 
> want to sell the SX or not... That is the 
> question to my getting the new amp...) so 
> why not make antenna switching foolproof 
> and get an automatic remote antenna 
> switch. I would though like to have one 
> that does not require a control line.
> 
> Suggestions, thoughts?
> 
> 73,
> 
> Gary
> KA1J
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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV 


> Using DATA A is the same as using USB *except* compression is set to
> zero and TX EQ is set to flat automatically.

*AND* RX EQ is set to flat - again to minimize distortion on RECEIVE.

73,

   ... Joe, W4TV


On 9/12/2017 9:15 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:

Tom,

Using DATA A is the same as using USB *except* compression is set to 
zero and TX EQ is set to flat automatically.


So yes, USB may work OK, but you have a lot more flexibility with other 
modes when using DATA A.


That allows you to set whatever you want for SSB and not have to change 
it when you want to operate digital - which should not use compression 
nor equalization to minimize distortion in the transmitted signal.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 9/12/2017 8:58 PM, Tommy wrote:

   Don,

 Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it 
works fine. It seems.



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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Jim Miller 
DATA A also avoids something I hear too often which is an open Mic while
doing data modes.

jim ab3cv

On Tue, Sep 12, 2017 at 9:15 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> Tom,
>
> Using DATA A is the same as using USB *except* compression is set to zero
> and TX EQ is set to flat automatically.
>
> So yes, USB may work OK, but you have a lot more flexibility with other
> modes when using DATA A.
>
> That allows you to set whatever you want for SSB and not have to change it
> when you want to operate digital - which should not use compression nor
> equalization to minimize distortion in the transmitted signal.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 9/12/2017 8:58 PM, Tommy wrote:
>
>>Don,
>>
>>  Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it
>> works fine. It seems.
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Don Wilhelm 

Tom,

Using DATA A is the same as using USB *except* compression is set to 
zero and TX EQ is set to flat automatically.


So yes, USB may work OK, but you have a lot more flexibility with other 
modes when using DATA A.


That allows you to set whatever you want for SSB and not have to change 
it when you want to operate digital - which should not use compression 
nor equalization to minimize distortion in the transmitted signal.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 9/12/2017 8:58 PM, Tommy wrote:

   Don,

     Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it 
works fine. It seems.



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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Tommy 

  Don,

Why DATA A mode and not USB? I've been doing FT8 using USB and it 
works fine. It seems.


Tom - KB2SMS

KX2 #01927


On 09/12/2017 01:47 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with 
using Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to 
the page.


This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at 
Elecraft and approved.


As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other 
amateur transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the 
common internet advice.


73,
Don W3FPR

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Re: [Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching

2017-09-12 Thread Ken K6MR 
Green Heron Engineering is one possibility.

Ken K6MR

From: Gary Smith
Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 16:31
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching

Question: Is there a remote coax switch
that handles at least 5, preferably up to
eight antennas and does not need a control
line to the remote switch.

My station: At the moment I have an
Ameritron RCS-8V remote coax switch. I
also have a remote ICE Model 516 antenna
switch.

I use the ICE to switch between the
triband or the Ameritron controlled
antennas.

The Ameritron is controlled by 350' of CAT
cable, hardline is from the house to the
switch. My Ameritron controlled antennas
are wires in trees, I also have a
tribander which when I use it, I manually
switch. All the antennas are tuned so
there is no tuner other than the one in
the K3s.

I select the desired antenna thusly:

160M - 160 wire
80M --- 80 wire
40M --- 40 wire
30M --- 30 wire
20M --- 20 wire & tribander
17M --- 80 wire
15M --- 40 wire & Tribander
12M --- 80 wire & 160 wire
10M --  160 wire & Tribander
6M  160 wire & Tribander*

* I have a homebrew addition of W1ZR's 6M
passive elements added to the tribander.

There are two transmit coax that exit the
house; one to hardline leading to the wire
antennas, the other is to the tribander.

So here's the dilemma... I'm thinking of
replacing the remote Ameritron switch with
one that will automatically switch
antennas as I switch bands, controlled by
the K3s band change. If I decide to switch
between the Tribander or wire, it would be
nice to do that at the touch of a button
but the ICE does a fine job.

My Alpha 77SX is incredibly forgiving and
if I don't make a proper antenna
selection, nothing fails & I correct the
problem & go. I am though considering the
new Elecraft KPA 1500 amp (Do I really
want to sell the SX or not... That is the
question to my getting the new amp...) so
why not make antenna switching foolproof
and get an automatic remote antenna
switch. I would though like to have one
that does not require a control line.

Suggestions, thoughts?

73,

Gary
KA1J
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[Elecraft] K3s & remote coax switching

2017-09-12 Thread Gary Smith 
Question: Is there a remote coax switch 
that handles at least 5, preferably up to 
eight antennas and does not need a control 
line to the remote switch.

My station: At the moment I have an 
Ameritron RCS-8V remote coax switch. I 
also have a remote ICE Model 516 antenna 
switch. 

I use the ICE to switch between the 
triband or the Ameritron controlled 
antennas. 

The Ameritron is controlled by 350' of CAT 
cable, hardline is from the house to the 
switch. My Ameritron controlled antennas 
are wires in trees, I also have a 
tribander which when I use it, I manually 
switch. All the antennas are tuned so 
there is no tuner other than the one in 
the K3s.

I select the desired antenna thusly:

160M - 160 wire
80M --- 80 wire
40M --- 40 wire
30M --- 30 wire
20M --- 20 wire & tribander
17M --- 80 wire
15M --- 40 wire & Tribander
12M --- 80 wire & 160 wire
10M --  160 wire & Tribander
6M  160 wire & Tribander*

* I have a homebrew addition of W1ZR's 6M 
passive elements added to the tribander.

There are two transmit coax that exit the 
house; one to hardline leading to the wire 
antennas, the other is to the tribander. 

So here's the dilemma... I'm thinking of 
replacing the remote Ameritron switch with 
one that will automatically switch 
antennas as I switch bands, controlled by 
the K3s band change. If I decide to switch 
between the Tribander or wire, it would be 
nice to do that at the touch of a button 
but the ICE does a fine job. 

My Alpha 77SX is incredibly forgiving and 
if I don't make a proper antenna 
selection, nothing fails & I correct the 
problem & go. I am though considering the 
new Elecraft KPA 1500 amp (Do I really 
want to sell the SX or not... That is the 
question to my getting the new amp...) so 
why not make antenna switching foolproof 
and get an automatic remote antenna 
switch. I would though like to have one 
that does not require a control line.

Suggestions, thoughts?

73,

Gary
KA1J
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Re: [Elecraft] K2 KSB2 low output

2017-09-12 Thread gt-i 

Hello again,

Thanks to Volker, DL4ZBG, he replied directly with the following link: 
http://www.qrpproject.de/Media/pdf/ZusammenfassungMods.pdf

It is a nice description of many improvements that can be made for the KSB2.
However, I believe that I do have a fault in the KSB2 (Rev. D) or K2, 
since I know it behaved differently years ago. For example, the ALC 
shows 7 steady bars, no matter what power level I set nor how much SSB 
amplitude is produced. Regardless of the power level set, the RF signal 
is never stronger than 1 bar.

I will try to experiment further, and I'm open to get any hints.
Thanks!

Gernot, DF5RF


Am 12.09.2017 um 01:53 schrieb g...@gmx.net:

Hello list,
I recently tried to use my K2 on SSB. To my suprise, there was very 
little output. Even with full power it only showed the first bar. I 
did some SSB QSOs during the first years...
Digging deeper, I found the DSB signal showed a Vpp of ~1V, but after 
the filter the SSB signal was only 20mV or so. Is this kind of loss 
normal for a 7-pole filter? If not, any hints how to repair the filter?

tnx es 73
Gernot DF5RF

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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Bob McGraw K4TAX 
I agree with Don.  It appears that many seem to make a simple solution much to 
complex.  Stop and think about the elements or points that control audio 
levels.  And don't forget, if you use the computer for other sound card 
applications, it may change levels.  It may be necessary to make notes as to 
values or settings until you feel comfortable with each application.  

Here to assist. 

Bob, K4TAX


Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 12, 2017, at 2:59 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> Bill,
> 
> My fingers were getting raw from repeating that info last week.  I hope it 
> helps several who are having problems.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
>> On 9/12/2017 3:12 PM, Nr4c wrote:
>> Thanks, Don.
>> 
>> I have followed these instructions for years and data modes are not 
>> difficult.
>> 
>> My biggest issue has been with software and not realizing how many little 
>> check boxes and other items in varied locations can affect the pleasure or 
>> distaste for digital applications. Such as using RTTY and every time I try 
>> to run the software resets my mode to FSK and I'm using a sound card!  Oh 
>> yeah, there is a option for that somewhere in the program, just need to find 
>> it.
>> 
>> Anyway. Good on you for adding this to your website.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> ...nr4c. bill
>> 
>> 
>>> On Sep 12, 2017, at 1:47 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
>>> 
>>> I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with using 
>>> Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
>>> Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to the 
>>> page.
>>> 
>>> This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at 
>>> Elecraft and approved.
>>> 
>>> As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other amateur 
>>> transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the common internet 
>>> advice.
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> Don W3FPR
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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Don Wilhelm 

Bill,

My fingers were getting raw from repeating that info last week.  I hope 
it helps several who are having problems.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 9/12/2017 3:12 PM, Nr4c wrote:

Thanks, Don.

I have followed these instructions for years and data modes are not difficult.

My biggest issue has been with software and not realizing how many little check 
boxes and other items in varied locations can affect the pleasure or distaste 
for digital applications. Such as using RTTY and every time I try to run the 
software resets my mode to FSK and I'm using a sound card!  Oh yeah, there is a 
option for that somewhere in the program, just need to find it.

Anyway. Good on you for adding this to your website.

Sent from my iPhone
...nr4c. bill



On Sep 12, 2017, at 1:47 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:

I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with using 
Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to the page.

This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at Elecraft 
and approved.

As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other amateur 
transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the common internet 
advice.

73,
Don W3FPR
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Re: [Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Nr4c 
Thanks, Don. 

I have followed these instructions for years and data modes are not difficult. 

My biggest issue has been with software and not realizing how many little check 
boxes and other items in varied locations can affect the pleasure or distaste 
for digital applications. Such as using RTTY and every time I try to run the 
software resets my mode to FSK and I'm using a sound card!  Oh yeah, there is a 
option for that somewhere in the program, just need to find it. 

Anyway. Good on you for adding this to your website. 

Sent from my iPhone
...nr4c. bill


> On Sep 12, 2017, at 1:47 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with using 
> Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
> Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to the 
> page.
> 
> This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at 
> Elecraft and approved.
> 
> As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other amateur 
> transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the common internet 
> advice.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
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[Elecraft] Setting the audio level for use in soundcard data modes.

2017-09-12 Thread Don Wilhelm 
I have updated my website www.w3fpr.com with a document dealing with 
using Elecraft transceivers for soundcard data modes.
Scroll down to the bottom of the left column and click on the link to 
the page.


This document has been reviewed by Wayne and Lyle (perhaps others) at 
Elecraft and approved.


As pointed out, Elecraft transceivers behave differently than other 
amateur transceivers, so the setup procedure is different than the 
common internet advice.


73,
Don W3FPR
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[Elecraft] HamCon 2017, Torrance

2017-09-12 Thread Madelyn Gomez 
Hello Elecrafters,

We are looking forward to being at the 2017 HamCon in Torrance this next
weekend.

We find ourselves in need of a couple of volunteers, especially during the
middle of the day on Saturday so that our team can take a break here and
there.

If there is anyone out there who would like to help in the booth, please
contact me directly here at the office, made...@elecraft.com.

Thanks so much for your support.

Regards,


Madelyn Gomez
Elecraft Sales
125 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA.
831-763-4211
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[Elecraft] Arrl Boxboro Mass. show

2017-09-12 Thread Mike Keller 
Just wanted to thank everyone who worked so hard to put together and staff a 
fabulous booth at the show! A couple of days of booth duty patiently and 
politely answering a wide range of questions is taxing enough but when you add 
setup and tear down its as much effort as a mini DXpedition.

The second generation KPA 1500 definitely looks like it was worth the wait 
since the time I saw the original at Dayton.  Hats off to the design crew for 
creating a new classic.
I will order mine when the kit version comes out. As a television broadcaster, 
Over more years than I will admit, I have been involved with the deployment of 
numerous solid state high power transmitters and have toured several 
manufacturers development labs but never have I been able to put one together 
and I REALLY want that opportunity, even if it's solder free and doesn't save a 
lot of money.

Tnx,
Mike W1BNC



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Re: [Elecraft] OT: Elecrafters in Europe: What is your A/C?

2017-09-12 Thread j...@kk9a.com 
I had five mini-split A/C units of various brands an my Aruba home and so
did every neighbor. I never noticed any RFI. These are not new to the US,
I had a Samsung mini-split heat pump installed in my garage over a decade
ago. Mini-splits are very nice, you never have to get up out of your
operating chair to adjust them and from a sound perspective they are very
quiet.

John KK9A


Erik Basilier wrote:
Mon Sep 11 19:16:11 EDT 2017

Please reply off list only. For those who want to follow this discussion,
just send me an email and I will be happy to include you on my own little
list, that was established some time ago when I sought advice on replacing
my central A/C system without generating RFI.



After the previous discussion, I successfully had my old central A/C system,
which was broken and non-repairable, replaced with a new system using old
enough technology that it generates no RFI. However, that did not address
the fact that my radio shack (which is a corner room facing south and west)
is too hot to be comfortable during the hot season here in the Phoenix area
(and that is true even *before* I turn on any of the radio equipment).
Adding a conventional window A/C unit is not practical, as the windows in
the room are obstructed by furniture and equipment. For the same reason a
"portable" A/C unit (that stands on the floor, with a big hose connected to
a window) is not practical. What should work is a "mini-split" room air
conditioner. This consists of a condenser unit mounted on the outside of the
wall, and a separate evaporator unit mounted on the inside. The units are
connected together through just a small hole in the wall, maybe 3". These
units are fairly new to the U.S. maket. Most people here don't even know
that they exist. But when I searched homedepot.com I found that  many
different models are available, priced from under $1000 to several
thousands. Home Depot sent an installer to my house. He told me that every
model available uses variable speed motors, so I can't just buy a single
speed unit in order to avoid RFI. Also, none of their customers would allow
me to go to their house and let me listen for RFI while standing outside
their house. However, he said these kinds of systems have been marketed in
Europe for at least 20 years, and homes there either have no A/C at all, or
they have mini-split's. So, all I have to do is talk to some hams in Europe,
that have A/C, and ask what model they have, and whether it generates RFI.



So far, I have discovered that my sister in Europe has a mini-split, but of
course she cannot listen for RFI. So rather that turn on a radio and start
searching  for European contacts, I thought I would once again draw on this
list. I know there are lots of Elecraft users in Europe, and surely some of
them have A/C units. Please, guys, let me know how that is working out with
respect to RFI! Again, please don't discuss on this list; I will be more
than happy to include you in the discussion using my separate little list,
and if you are kind enough to give me some information, but don't want to
receive email, just let me know.



Thanks in advance,

73,

Erik K7TV

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Re: [Elecraft] band data from the RS232 port while using the USB cable?

2017-09-12 Thread Don Wilhelm 

Steve,

I am not familiar with the Acom amp and its needs, but if it needs 4 
discrete band data lines, those are available on the ACC connector.  See 
the K3S manual for the pins.


The only lines on the RS-232 line (or USB) are RXD, TXD and Signal 
Ground, and band data is present on the communications line when data is 
flowing because of communications with something like a logging program.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 9/12/2017 3:34 AM, Steve Steltzer via Elecraft wrote:

Brand new to the K3S. Is there a way to get band data to control an Acom amp on 
the RS232 port while using the USB cable? I had a lot of trouble with Win10 
assigning the radio to ports already in use when I tried using the RS232 port. 
Going in and manually changing the port number in Device Manager didn't work. 
Finally got it working using the USB cable and I really don't want to go 
through all that hassle again to try and get PC comms working using the RS232 
port. Apparently when you select USB in the menu, it shuts off the RS232 port?

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Re: [Elecraft] KXPD3 problems

2017-09-12 Thread Ignacy 
The problem with KX3 in TX when KXPD3 is fully inserted started just 2 weeks
ago. Perhaps one air travel with rough treatment too many. Before everything
was fine. If I put a blade of a small pocket knife between KX3 and KXPD3,
the key works OK.

Ignacy, NO9E



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Re: [Elecraft] band data from the RS232 port while using the USB cable?

2017-09-12 Thread Larry Gauthier (K8UT) 
Steve,

>Apparently when you select USB in the menu, it shuts off the RS232 port?

Not exactly. When using the USB port for CAT control of the radio, the RS232 
(RJ45) port becomes a listen-only CAT echo of the responses sent by the K3S to 
the USB port. I am unfamiliar with the Acom amplifier's requirement for band 
info, but your amp will track K3S band data under the following conditions:

- A conventional logging program is polling the radio on the USB port for band 
and frequency (which would result in K3S CAT responses emerging from the RS232 
port)

- The Acom is satisfied just hearing that CAT info (IOW - it does not generate 
it own queries and require responses. The SteppIR controller operates similarly 
)

-larry (K8UT)
-Original Message- 
From: Steve Steltzer via Elecraft 
Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 3:34 AM 
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
Subject: [Elecraft] band data from the RS232 port while using the USB cable? 

Brand new to the K3S. Is there a way to get band data to control an Acom amp on 
the RS232 port while using the USB cable? I had a lot of trouble with Win10 
assigning the radio to ports already in use when I tried using the RS232 port. 
Going in and manually changing the port number in Device Manager didn't work. 
Finally got it working using the USB cable and I really don't want to go 
through all that hassle again to try and get PC comms working using the RS232 
port. Apparently when you select USB in the menu, it shuts off the RS232 port?
Steve, WF3T
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[Elecraft] band data from the RS232 port while using the USB cable?

2017-09-12 Thread Steve Steltzer via Elecraft 
Brand new to the K3S. Is there a way to get band data to control an Acom amp on 
the RS232 port while using the USB cable? I had a lot of trouble with Win10 
assigning the radio to ports already in use when I tried using the RS232 port. 
Going in and manually changing the port number in Device Manager didn't work. 
Finally got it working using the USB cable and I really don't want to go 
through all that hassle again to try and get PC comms working using the RS232 
port. Apparently when you select USB in the menu, it shuts off the RS232 port?
Steve, WF3T
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