Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD

[Dean L]

Does anyone have info about remote control of KX3/KX2?
I'm interested also...
In remote control of KX3, not opinions on social distancing.

73 all
Dean K2WW

On Wed, May 13, 2020, 17:36 Lyn Norstad  wrote:

> I can operate pretty much self-contained from home, and do so for
> statewide ARES exercises, where I serve as a designated OES in Illinois.
>
> I don't need outside electricity, phones, internet or repeaters.  I gather
> messages (ICS-2130) from field stations via VHF/UHF Simplex (mostly) with a
> little portable HF thrown in and relay to our State ECOM HQ in Springfield
> on 80 meters P2P.
>
> The distance is about 280 miles, and is just right for my "purpose
> designed" 80 meter EDZ antenna.
>
> 73
> Lyn, W0LEN
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:
> elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dan Presley
> Sent: Tuesday, May 12, 2020 10:59 PM
> To: K2
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD
>
> I’ll comment briefly about what we’re doing but I don’t want this to
> morph into a discussion about what others may think or wish to do for FD.
> Remote operating is as likely in a disaster scenario as any other-all
> depends on your infrastructure and whether you rely on conventional
> internet access or other networks. Nothing wrong with home operation or
> solo portable either. Field day this year is what you choose to do
> comfortably and explore options to keep you safe. Our setup is designed for
> near total isolation and no close  contact with other operators. Oregon has
> strict guidelines that we’ll follow-so far we have the lowest rate of
> infection in the country and plan to keep it that way. Exploring remote
> operating will also benefit many hams that may not have access to larger
> antennas or quieter locations well beyond this particular event. If you
> want to know more about our plans I’m happy to discuss that off the
> reflector.
> So-what are options for remote control of the KX3 and KX2?
>
> Dan Presley 503-701-3871
> danpresley@me. com
> n7...@arrl.net
>
>
> > On May 12, 2020, at 19:20, Brian Hunt  wrote:
> >
> > We usually set up FD at one of the state beaches here in NorCal but not
> this year. Parking is all closed off and no special event permits are being
> processed. We will have an individual effort also. I'll be running my KX2
> or K1 off the aux battery I pull from the Land Rover just like I would if
> the big one hits. CW only so no computer needed except for logging (which
> can run from mains power per the rules). Gonna be different!!
> >
> > GL all.
> >
> > 73,
> > Brian, K0DTJ
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Jim H via Elecraft]

Hi,I hear stations not great but any ant is better than none! I normally use 
the AX1 on the ocean beach or up at Mt. Rainier NP parking lot. I live on the 
3rd floor facing west and have a counterpoise stretched out behind the couch. 
My radio is a KX3 with a PX3 in the apartment while I'm out (pre virus) in the 
field I used a KX2. Much quicker setup and simpler with the KX2. I can be on 
the air in 10-15 min max. Also the noise floor is commonly S0. You can hear 
people @S1 clearly in the field. Really weird! Lots of Fun.  

73Jim Hk7sss
In a message dated 5/13/2020 8:32:22 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
brianchapn...@rogers.com writes:

And how does the AX1 perform from inside your Apartment? What floor are you on?

Brian VE3GMZ 



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To: kg9hfr...@gmail.com; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Reply to: k7...@aol.com
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station


Hi all,
I live in a senior apartment. There is no balcony so my best is the Elecraft 
AX1 with the extra 40 mtr coil right next to the window. No fiddling just 
assemble.Set the dip switch for the band and you are on the air. 10 min max and 
if you change freq retune the ATU.

73Jim Hk7sss
In a message dated 5/13/2020 12:59:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
kg9hfr...@gmail.com writes:

Hmm not a a permanent situation but I tried for years now to put up a small 
antenna, end fed whip etc when at my condo.  I ended up with an AlexLoop and 
never looked back.  Best contact was on 20 meters, 2,000 miles on 2 watts, SSB 
on 17 meters.

-73-  Frank    KG9H
kg9hfr...@gmail.com




> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
>
> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
> view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a 
> wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. 
> I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
>
> Brian VE3GMZ

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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[brianchapnick]

And how does the AX1 perform from inside your Apartment? What floor are you on?

Brian VE3GMZ 



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Reply to: k7...@aol.com
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station


Hi all,
I live in a senior apartment. There is no balcony so my best is the Elecraft 
AX1 with the extra 40 mtr coil right next to the window. No fiddling just 
assemble.Set the dip switch for the band and you are on the air. 10 min max and 
if you change freq retune the ATU.

73Jim Hk7sss
In a message dated 5/13/2020 12:59:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
kg9hfr...@gmail.com writes:

Hmm not a a permanent situation but I tried for years now to put up a small 
antenna, end fed whip etc when at my condo.  I ended up with an AlexLoop and 
never looked back.  Best contact was on 20 meters, 2,000 miles on 2 watts, SSB 
on 17 meters.

-73-  Frank    KG9H
kg9hfr...@gmail.com




> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
>
> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
> view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a 
> wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. 
> I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
>
> Brian VE3GMZ

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[Elecraft] Macro to change Serial from RS232 39400 to USB and back...

[Gerry Hull]

Hey folks,

This is a technical one where I'm not sure of the correct macro.

Situation:

K3s, Remote via RRC 1258, using the serial connection.
However, we want an alternate remote that is supported by N1MM on the
desktop.

Therefore, I want to be able to switch between USB and RS-232 ports for rig
control.

When on the Remote, I can just use the K3/0 menu to switch to USB, at which
time I'll
lose rig control.

Then, using Anydesk/Teamviewer/etc ... I can connect N1MM on the remote PC
and play radio over the USB port.

However, I won't have a way to set the rig back to RS-232 38400 to use
RemoteRig again...

Solution?

However, there seems to be the RS232 MN057; macro, which gets you to the
RS232 menu setting.  I'm just looking for the right sequence to go either
direction; obviously, I'll need to be connected on the right port to move
control back

And... I'll only test this when I'm local in the station! :-)

Any help appreciated.

73,

Gerry W1VE
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Re: [Elecraft] Frequency Display on PX3

[Grant Youngman]

Toggle Fixer/Tracking mode in the menu.  Of course that will also change the 
display behavior ...

Grant NQ5T

> On May 13, 2020, at 9:38 PM, Nr4c  wrote:
> 
> Check cables. And connectors. Be sure they are plugged in completely. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> ...nr4c. bill
> 
> 
>> On May 13, 2020, at 9:34 PM, Mark Simon via Elecraft 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I see photos of some PX3 screens where the span width markers (upper left 
>> and upper right) are frequencies.  Mine is showing -100.0 and +100.0 for a 
>> setting of 200.  I can’t seem to figure out how to change the display to 
>> show the frequencies.  I am running the latest firmware version for the PX3, 
>> 1.48.  I don’t know what version my hardware is, but the serial number is 
>> 1864 from May 2016. 
>> 
>> Anyone have any pointers on how to adjust to frequency display?   
>> 
>> Mark Simon
>> wd9jen@ aol.com
>> 

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Re: [Elecraft] Frequency Display on PX3

[Nr4c]

Check cables. And connectors. Be sure they are plugged in completely. 

Sent from my iPhone
...nr4c. bill


> On May 13, 2020, at 9:34 PM, Mark Simon via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> I see photos of some PX3 screens where the span width markers (upper left 
> and upper right) are frequencies.  Mine is showing -100.0 and +100.0 for a 
> setting of 200.  I can’t seem to figure out how to change the display to show 
> the frequencies.  I am running the latest firmware version for the PX3, 1.48. 
>  I don’t know what version my hardware is, but the serial number is 1864 from 
> May 2016. 
> 
> Anyone have any pointers on how to adjust to frequency display?   
> 
> Mark Simon
> wd9jen@ aol.com
> 
> 
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[Elecraft] Frequency Display on PX3

[Mark Simon via Elecraft]

I see photos of some PX3 screens where the span width markers (upper left and 
upper right) are frequencies.  Mine is showing -100.0 and +100.0 for a setting 
of 200.  I can’t seem to figure out how to change the display to show the 
frequencies.  I am running the latest firmware version for the PX3, 1.48.  I 
don’t know what version my hardware is, but the serial number is 1864 from May 
2016. 

Anyone have any pointers on how to adjust to frequency display?   

Mark Simon
wd9jen@ aol.com



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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Edward R Cole]

Look at my website for example of KX3 plus KXPA100 installed in an RV 
(4wd truck, in my case, which tows a 5th wheel):

http://www.kl7uw.com/Mobile.htm

73, Ed - KL7UW
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Nr4c]

Nope.  O menu to activate buttons. Elecraft and Kenwood use same audio and PTT. 
 Buttons are on different pins.  Menu to turn Bias On/Off depending on mic 
used. 

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> On May 13, 2020, at 3:30 PM, Rick NK7I  wrote:
> 
> Kenwood, 8 pin round but use the K3/S menu to turn the 'button' feature off.
> 
> Rick NK7I
> 
> 
>> On 5/13/2020 11:53 AM, Jim Brown wrote:
>>> On 5/13/2020 11:43 AM, Edward via Elecraft wrote:
>>> I plugged in an Icom mic.
>> 
>> The three JA mfrs use the same mic connector but different pin connections, 
>> making them incompatible. Elecraft adapted one of them, don't recall which. 
>> Pinout is in Elecraft manuals.
>> 
>> 73, Jim K9YC
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[Elecraft] New home for K3...

[Dave Cole]

Hello,

A short update on the new home for my K3.  I have terminated all 80 plus 
BNC connectors, and the patch panel is ready to mount in the hutch...


See the last 4 photos for the current state of the desk hutch.  Located at:

https://www.nk7z.net/rf-patch-panel/

That address shows progress from delivery to now...  It now has 130 feet 
of RG-8X in the Panduit mounted on the rear of the hutch, and 60 plus 
BNC connections on the patch panel, and just looks cool as hell!  :)


--
73, and thanks,
Dave (NK7Z)
https://www.nk7z.net
ARRL Volunteer Examiner
ARRL Technical Specialist
ARRL Asst. Director, NW Division, Technical Resources
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Re: [Elecraft] NEW! DIGITAL DISPLAY UNIT for ELECRAFT W2 WATT METER!

[Keith Ennis via Elecraft]

 I am starting a list if you are interested in a DDU. Available May 21-23.

Send requests to ddui...@yahoo.com

Thanks

Keith,KV5J

 On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, 01:49:26 PM CDT, Keith Ennis  
wrote:  
 
 With permission from Eric and Wayne:


This easy to install display unit* takes the guess work out of your LED lights
Easy to read 2 line display
No USB or serial cable to computer
No com port in Windows to manage
No computer needed
Plug and Play
Simply connect the SUPPLIED power splitter and PC data jumper cable
Retains all functions from the W2 front panel
All displayed info obtained directly from the W2
4" x 4.2" x 2"

GREAT ADD-ON TO AN ALREADY GREAT WATT METER!
Note:This is not an Elecraft product!
*Elecraft W2 watt meter not included

Information and pricing goto: www.kv5j.com

I have a limited "In Stock" number of units.  After these sell it will take 
about 2 weeks for the next batch to be available.

I only have a few of the first run left. I have started a larger second batch.

Keith Ennis, KV5J  
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[Elecraft] Establishing A New Station...

[Andy Durbin]

"Just looked up “AlexLoop” - amazing presentation and price."

More fun to build your own.  I work into Asia most mornings on 30 m with mine.  
Tuning is not a major problem as the loop capacitor is driven by a geared DC 
motor via a pair of bias T.  Only a single coax connects the loop to my station.

Andy, k3wyc
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD

[Lyn Norstad]

I can operate pretty much self-contained from home, and do so for statewide 
ARES exercises, where I serve as a designated OES in Illinois.

I don't need outside electricity, phones, internet or repeaters.  I gather 
messages (ICS-2130) from field stations via VHF/UHF Simplex (mostly) with a 
little portable HF thrown in and relay to our State ECOM HQ in Springfield on 
80 meters P2P.

The distance is about 280 miles, and is just right for my "purpose designed" 80 
meter EDZ antenna.

73
Lyn, W0LEN


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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dan Presley
Sent: Tuesday, May 12, 2020 10:59 PM
To: K2
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD

I’ll comment briefly about what we’re doing but I don’t want this to morph 
into a discussion about what others may think or wish to do for FD. Remote 
operating is as likely in a disaster scenario as any other-all depends on your 
infrastructure and whether you rely on conventional internet access or other 
networks. Nothing wrong with home operation or solo portable either. Field day 
this year is what you choose to do comfortably and explore options to keep you 
safe. Our setup is designed for near total isolation and no close  contact with 
other operators. Oregon has strict guidelines that we’ll follow-so far we have 
the lowest rate of infection in the country and plan to keep it that way. 
Exploring remote operating will also benefit many hams that may not have access 
to larger antennas or quieter locations well beyond this particular event. If 
you want to know more about our plans I’m happy to discuss that off the 
reflector. 
So-what are options for remote control of the KX3 and KX2? 

Dan Presley 503-701-3871
danpresley@me. com 
n7...@arrl.net


> On May 12, 2020, at 19:20, Brian Hunt  wrote:
> 
> We usually set up FD at one of the state beaches here in NorCal but not this 
> year. Parking is all closed off and no special event permits are being 
> processed. We will have an individual effort also. I'll be running my KX2 or 
> K1 off the aux battery I pull from the Land Rover just like I would if the 
> big one hits. CW only so no computer needed except for logging (which can run 
> from mains power per the rules). Gonna be different!!
> 
> GL all. 
> 
> 73,
> Brian, K0DTJ
 

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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station..

[Walter Underwood]

Mag loops need retuned when you move a few kHz. If most of your operating is 
parking in a CW or digital sub-band and working that, a map loop should be 
great. Probably not quite as much fun for search and pounce.

wunder
K6WRU
Walter Underwood
CM87wj
http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)

> On May 13, 2020, at 2:18 PM, Tommy Judson via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> My thoughts on using a loop - none whatsoever.  Will have to see what that 
> piece of equipment might be. (Been away from HF since the mid seventies.)
> 
> Your apt will be twice as high as my apt and maybe get twice as much wind, 
> mine experiences plenty.  I live on a corner of a building on the peripheral 
> of the downtown tall building area. One 30’ glass panel wall faces south and 
> the other faces west with a three foot square column at the apex.  Our view 
> is southwest looking miles up the Trinity River.
> 
> My first thought was to put a horizontal “V” wire antenna with the ends 
> drooping to get the correct length for operation on 40 meters. Maybe some 
> sort of Loop antenna would be better, will have to think about this.  Thank 
> you, Tommy
> 
>> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
>> 
>> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
>> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful 
>> unobstructed view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of 
>> dropping a wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking 
>> of a loop. I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
>> 
>> Brian VE3GMZ 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station...

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Just looked up “AlexLoop” - amazing presentation and price.  Thank you, Tommy

> On May 13, 2020, at 2:55 PM, Frank Krozel  wrote:
> 
> Hmm not a a permanent situation but I tried for years now to put up a small 
> antenna, end fed whip etc when at my condo.  I ended up with an AlexLoop and 
> never looked back.  Best contact was on 20 meters, 2,000 miles on 2 watts, 
> SSB on 17 meters.
> 
> -73-  FrankKG9H
> kg9hfr...@gmail.com 
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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station..

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

My thoughts on using a loop - none whatsoever.  Will have to see what that 
piece of equipment might be. (Been away from HF since the mid seventies.)

Your apt will be twice as high as my apt and maybe get twice as much wind, mine 
experiences plenty.  I live on a corner of a building on the peripheral of the 
downtown tall building area. One 30’ glass panel wall faces south and the other 
faces west with a three foot square column at the apex.  Our view is southwest 
looking miles up the Trinity River.

My first thought was to put a horizontal “V” wire antenna with the ends 
drooping to get the correct length for operation on 40 meters. Maybe some sort 
of Loop antenna would be better, will have to think about this.  Thank you, 
Tommy

> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
> 
> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
> view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a 
> wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. 
> I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
> 
> Brian VE3GMZ 

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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Jim H via Elecraft]

Hi all,
I live in a senior apartment. There is no balcony so my best is the Elecraft 
AX1 with the extra 40 mtr coil right next to the window. No fiddling just 
assemble.Set the dip switch for the band and you are on the air. 10 min max and 
if you change freq retune the ATU.

73Jim Hk7sss
In a message dated 5/13/2020 12:59:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
kg9hfr...@gmail.com writes:

Hmm not a a permanent situation but I tried for years now to put up a small 
antenna, end fed whip etc when at my condo.  I ended up with an AlexLoop and 
never looked back.  Best contact was on 20 meters, 2,000 miles on 2 watts, SSB 
on 17 meters.

-73-  Frank    KG9H
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> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
> 
> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
> view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a 
> wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. 
> I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
> 
> Brian VE3GMZ

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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Frank Krozel]

Hmm not a a permanent situation but I tried for years now to put up a small 
antenna, end fed whip etc when at my condo.  I ended up with an AlexLoop and 
never looked back.  Best contact was on 20 meters, 2,000 miles on 2 watts, SSB 
on 17 meters.

-73-  FrankKG9H
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> On May 13, 2020, at 2:42 PM, brianchapn...@rogers.com wrote:
> 
> Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into 
> a condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
> view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a 
> wire from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. 
> I've had good luck with them. Any thoughts?
> 
> Brian VE3GMZ 
> 
> 
> 
> Sent via BlackBerry Hub+ Inbox for Android
> 
> 
>   Original Message  
> 
> 
> From: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Sent: May 13, 2020 9:33 a.m.
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Reply to: tso...@icloud.com
> Subject: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station
> 
> 
> Good Morning Don,
> 
>> Tommy,
>> 
>> The KX2, KX3, and K3 are all fine radios for CW - and data modes and SSB
>> as well.
>> 
>> Do you want 100 watts - then choose the K3 (or K3S).  You can also add
>> the P3 for a panadapter display.
> I would, at some time, like to add the panadapter display.
>> 
>> Do you want something small that you can tote in a backpack, then the
>> KX2 is the obvious choice.  You can use it at home with the KXPA100 for
>> a 100 watt home station.
>> 
>> Do you want something that is small enough for 'picnic table portable’,
> Yes, I need something that is picnic table portable.  There is absolutely no 
> room to set up a station in this RV.
>> 
>> but has more buttons and up-front controls than the KX2, then choose the
>> KX3.  It also can serve as a 100 watt home station with the addition of
>> the KXPA100 and can also be used with the PX3 for a panadapter display.
>> 
>> If you are planning portable work, the internal tuner is a must.
> Yes, the tuner is a must. 
> I ordered a fiberglass mast and enough parts to assemble a 40meter inverted V 
> and will place a permanent mount in the ground to support this configuration. 
>  I plan on being able to set-up/take down the pole/antenna easily whenever I 
> want to get on the air.  Of course it’ll stay up most all the time when I’m 
> in residence here.
>> At the home station, if you do not have resonant antennas,
> I used to enjoy tuning antennas to a fairly specific frequency so will try to 
> do that with this one too.
>> then you
>> should have the internal tuner in the K3/K3S or the KXPA100.
>> 
>> Those are the basics that I can convey, the choice is yours to make
>> depending on your station aspirations.
>> Try not to base your decision on price alone
> That is good advice - I went to our credit union and after figuring out the 
> cost of a complete station took out a share backed loan to get the best 
> interest and be a forced saving account of sorts because of paying it off.  
> Most always do this when making outlandish purchases.
>> - decide what you want and
>> then proceed from there.
>> 
>> I have the K3 with the P3. KX3 with the PX3 and KXPA100 as well as the
>> KX2.  So I can say that they are all good, but for the home station, I
>> usually go with the K3 with the KX3/PX3 and KXPA100 (with KXAT100) as an
>> alternate.  The KX2 is reserved for portable operation, and I use it
>> rarely since I no longer go on hiking ventures.
> The KX2 is the logical choice in this situation mostly because when back in 
> my home in the 17th floor apartment in a 400 person retirement facility I’m 
> not sure I will be able to operate.  If I do it will be most likely be with 
> an end weighted wire suspended off a balcony - it’s a hundred feet or so to 
> the ground.  So my permanent home will be the portable place and this country 
> RV will be the more permanent place - especially until this coronavirus 
> epidemic is better controlled.
> That virus delights in getting into large facilities housing the older more 
> infirm population.  There is only one case there AT THIS TIME.  I read where 
> similar facilities have a large percentage of the in house population testing 
> positive.
> Anyway, so much for the logical choice, maybe having more buttons and knobs 
> to fiddle with would add to the fun…
> 
> 73, Tommy
>> 
>> 73,
>> Don W3FPR
>> 
>> End of Elecraft Digest, Vol 193, Issue 22
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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[brianchapnick]

Your mention of apartment living perked my interest as I will be moving into a 
condo on the 34th floor in a few months. I'll have a beautiful unobstructed 
view. An antenna has been on my mind. I don't like the idea of dropping a wire 
from the balcony. The wind could cause trouble. Im thinking of a loop. I've had 
good luck with them. Any thoughts?

Brian VE3GMZ 



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Subject: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station


Good Morning Don,

> Tommy,
>
> The KX2, KX3, and K3 are all fine radios for CW - and data modes and SSB
> as well.
>
> Do you want 100 watts - then choose the K3 (or K3S).  You can also add
> the P3 for a panadapter display.
I would, at some time, like to add the panadapter display.
>
> Do you want something small that you can tote in a backpack, then the
> KX2 is the obvious choice.  You can use it at home with the KXPA100 for
> a 100 watt home station.
>
> Do you want something that is small enough for 'picnic table portable’,
Yes, I need something that is picnic table portable.  There is absolutely no 
room to set up a station in this RV.
>
> but has more buttons and up-front controls than the KX2, then choose the
> KX3.  It also can serve as a 100 watt home station with the addition of
> the KXPA100 and can also be used with the PX3 for a panadapter display.
>
> If you are planning portable work, the internal tuner is a must.
Yes, the tuner is a must. 
I ordered a fiberglass mast and enough parts to assemble a 40meter inverted V 
and will place a permanent mount in the ground to support this configuration.  
I plan on being able to set-up/take down the pole/antenna easily whenever I 
want to get on the air.  Of course it’ll stay up most all the time when I’m in 
residence here.
> At the home station, if you do not have resonant antennas,
I used to enjoy tuning antennas to a fairly specific frequency so will try to 
do that with this one too.
> then you
> should have the internal tuner in the K3/K3S or the KXPA100.
>
> Those are the basics that I can convey, the choice is yours to make
> depending on your station aspirations.
> Try not to base your decision on price alone
That is good advice - I went to our credit union and after figuring out the 
cost of a complete station took out a share backed loan to get the best 
interest and be a forced saving account of sorts because of paying it off.  
Most always do this when making outlandish purchases.
> - decide what you want and
> then proceed from there.
>
> I have the K3 with the P3. KX3 with the PX3 and KXPA100 as well as the
> KX2.  So I can say that they are all good, but for the home station, I
> usually go with the K3 with the KX3/PX3 and KXPA100 (with KXAT100) as an
> alternate.  The KX2 is reserved for portable operation, and I use it
> rarely since I no longer go on hiking ventures.
The KX2 is the logical choice in this situation mostly because when back in my 
home in the 17th floor apartment in a 400 person retirement facility I’m not 
sure I will be able to operate.  If I do it will be most likely be with an end 
weighted wire suspended off a balcony - it’s a hundred feet or so to the 
ground.  So my permanent home will be the portable place and this country RV 
will be the more permanent place - especially until this coronavirus epidemic 
is better controlled.
That virus delights in getting into large facilities housing the older more 
infirm population.  There is only one case there AT THIS TIME.  I read where 
similar facilities have a large percentage of the in house population testing 
positive.
Anyway, so much for the logical choice, maybe having more buttons and knobs to 
fiddle with would add to the fun…

73, Tommy
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> End of Elecraft Digest, Vol 193, Issue 22
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Rick NK7I]

Kenwood, 8 pin round but use the K3/S menu to turn the 'button' feature off.

Rick NK7I


On 5/13/2020 11:53 AM, Jim Brown wrote:

On 5/13/2020 11:43 AM, Edward via Elecraft wrote:

I plugged in an Icom mic.


The three JA mfrs use the same mic connector but different pin 
connections, making them incompatible. Elecraft adapted one of them, 
don't recall which. Pinout is in Elecraft manuals.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Jim Brown]

On 5/13/2020 11:43 AM, Edward via Elecraft wrote:

I plugged in an Icom mic.


The three JA mfrs use the same mic connector but different pin 
connections, making them incompatible. Elecraft adapted one of them, 
don't recall which. Pinout is in Elecraft manuals.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Edward via Elecraft]

I plugged in an Icom mic. Once I pulled it out, the audio came to life. 

Hahaha?

> On 13 May 2020, at 9:20 PM, Nr4c  wrote:
> 
> No, no. You can’t get away that easy.  Tell us what you did so we can learn. 
>  We won’t laugh at you...  Oh no, we won’t laugh. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> ...nr4c. bill
> 
> 
>> On May 13, 2020, at 1:01 PM, Edward via Elecraft  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Figured out the problem. Pilot error. Pls disregard. 
>> 
 On 13 May 2020, at 6:55 PM, Edward  wrote:
>>> 
>>> 
 
 I am getting low audio output on my K3S. I have the AF setting on high. 
 This is happening with both the internal speaker and an external speaker. 
 Any solutions?
>>> 
>>> 73,
>>> Ed NI6S
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Nr4c]

No, no. You can’t get away that easy.  Tell us what you did so we can learn.  
We won’t laugh at you...  Oh no, we won’t laugh. 

Sent from my iPhone
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> On May 13, 2020, at 1:01 PM, Edward via Elecraft  
> wrote:
> 
> Figured out the problem. Pilot error. Pls disregard. 
> 
>> On 13 May 2020, at 6:55 PM, Edward  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>>> 
>>> I am getting low audio output on my K3S. I have the AF setting on high. 
>>> This is happening with both the internal speaker and an external speaker. 
>>> Any solutions?
>> 
>> 73,
>> Ed NI6S
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[Elecraft] Lost K-2

[James Walker]

This is a repeat of a message I sent out several months ago. I'm paying the 
price for having parted with my K-2. I'm trying to buy it back but I can't find 
it. If anybody can help, please consider this message and get in touch with me 
directly. Thanks in advance for any assistance.



K-2 Sale

All this talk about K-2’s makes me homesick for the one I built shortly before 
my retirement (Serial #5529). I spent an entire summer carefully following the 
instructions and created an astonishing radio. Sometime after that, the lure of 
the K-3 took over and I sold my K-2 to finance the purchase of a K-3. While I 
have enjoyed the K-3 and still use it regularly, I'm sorry to have parted with 
my K-2.

If anyone out there knows who has my old K-2 please contact me off-list. I’d 
like to discuss reacquiring the radio. If you tell me you have the radio but 
it’s not for sale, just tell me how it’s doing.

Jimmy WA4ILO

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Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Edward via Elecraft]

Figured out the problem. Pilot error. Pls disregard. 

> On 13 May 2020, at 6:55 PM, Edward  wrote:
> 
> 
>> 
>> I am getting low audio output on my K3S. I have the AF setting on high. 
>> This is happening with both the internal speaker and an external speaker. 
>> Any solutions?
> 
> 73,
> Ed NI6S

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[Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

[Edward via Elecraft]

> I am getting low audio output on my K3S. I have the AF setting on high. This 
> is happening with both the internal speaker and an external speaker. Any 
> solutions?

73,
Ed NI6S
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Re: [Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Don Wilhelm]

Tommy,

Since you want to add a panadapter later, you will need the KX3 rather 
than the KX2.  There is no provision for a panadapter with the KX2.


In your RV, the KXPA100/KAT100 can hide away somewhere away from your 
operating position - it does need a place where there is air 
circulation, it is cooled by the large finned heatsink and no fans.  You 
will need extensions for the KX3 to KXPA100 cables.  The separation with 
the stock cables is limited to about 18 inches.


You will need a power supply - the SS30DV sold by Elecraft is quite 
capable for a 100 watt station.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 5/13/2020 9:30 AM, Tommy Judson via Elecraft wrote:

Good Morning Don,


Tommy,

The KX2, KX3, and K3 are all fine radios for CW - and data modes and SSB
as well.

Do you want 100 watts - then choose the K3 (or K3S).  You can also add
the P3 for a panadapter display.

I would, at some time, like to add the panadapter display.


Do you want something small that you can tote in a backpack, then the
KX2 is the obvious choice.  You can use it at home with the KXPA100 for
a 100 watt home station.

Do you want something that is small enough for 'picnic table portable’,

Yes, I need something that is picnic table portable.  There is absolutely no 
room to set up a station in this RV.


but has more buttons and up-front controls than the KX2, then choose the
KX3.  It also can serve as a 100 watt home station with the addition of
the KXPA100 and can also be used with the PX3 for a panadapter display.

If you are planning portable work, the internal tuner is a must.

Yes, the tuner is a must.
I ordered a fiberglass mast and enough parts to assemble a 40meter inverted V 
and will place a permanent mount in the ground to support this configuration.  
I plan on being able to set-up/take down the pole/antenna easily whenever I 
want to get on the air.  Of course it’ll stay up most all the time when I’m in 
residence here.

At the home station, if you do not have resonant antennas,

I used to enjoy tuning antennas to a fairly specific frequency so will try to 
do that with this one too.

then you
should have the internal tuner in the K3/K3S or the KXPA100.

Those are the basics that I can convey, the choice is yours to make
depending on your station aspirations.
Try not to base your decision on price alone

That is good advice - I went to our credit union and after figuring out the 
cost of a complete station took out a share backed loan to get the best 
interest and be a forced saving account of sorts because of paying it off.  
Most always do this when making outlandish purchases.

- decide what you want and
then proceed from there.

I have the K3 with the P3. KX3 with the PX3 and KXPA100 as well as the
KX2.  So I can say that they are all good, but for the home station, I
usually go with the K3 with the KX3/PX3 and KXPA100 (with KXAT100) as an
alternate.  The KX2 is reserved for portable operation, and I use it
rarely since I no longer go on hiking ventures.

The KX2 is the logical choice in this situation mostly because when back in my 
home in the 17th floor apartment in a 400 person retirement facility I’m not 
sure I will be able to operate.  If I do it will be most likely be with an end 
weighted wire suspended off a balcony - it’s a hundred feet or so to the 
ground.  So my permanent home will be the portable place and this country RV 
will be the more permanent place - especially until this coronavirus epidemic 
is better controlled.
That virus delights in getting into large facilities housing the older more 
infirm population.  There is only one case there AT THIS TIME.  I read where 
similar facilities have a large percentage of the in house population testing 
positive.
Anyway, so much for the logical choice, maybe having more buttons and knobs to 
fiddle with would add to the fun…

73, Tommy


73,
Don W3FPR

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[Elecraft] Establishing A New Station

[Tommy Judson via Elecraft]

Good Morning Don,

> Tommy,
> 
> The KX2, KX3, and K3 are all fine radios for CW - and data modes and SSB 
> as well.
> 
> Do you want 100 watts - then choose the K3 (or K3S).  You can also add 
> the P3 for a panadapter display.
I would, at some time, like to add the panadapter display.
> 
> Do you want something small that you can tote in a backpack, then the 
> KX2 is the obvious choice.  You can use it at home with the KXPA100 for 
> a 100 watt home station.
> 
> Do you want something that is small enough for 'picnic table portable’,
Yes, I need something that is picnic table portable.  There is absolutely no 
room to set up a station in this RV.
> 
> but has more buttons and up-front controls than the KX2, then choose the 
> KX3.  It also can serve as a 100 watt home station with the addition of 
> the KXPA100 and can also be used with the PX3 for a panadapter display.
> 
> If you are planning portable work, the internal tuner is a must.
Yes, the tuner is a must.  
I ordered a fiberglass mast and enough parts to assemble a 40meter inverted V 
and will place a permanent mount in the ground to support this configuration.  
I plan on being able to set-up/take down the pole/antenna easily whenever I 
want to get on the air.  Of course it’ll stay up most all the time when I’m in 
residence here.
> At the home station, if you do not have resonant antennas,
I used to enjoy tuning antennas to a fairly specific frequency so will try to 
do that with this one too.
> then you 
> should have the internal tuner in the K3/K3S or the KXPA100.
> 
> Those are the basics that I can convey, the choice is yours to make 
> depending on your station aspirations.
> Try not to base your decision on price alone
That is good advice - I went to our credit union and after figuring out the 
cost of a complete station took out a share backed loan to get the best 
interest and be a forced saving account of sorts because of paying it off.  
Most always do this when making outlandish purchases.
> - decide what you want and 
> then proceed from there.
> 
> I have the K3 with the P3. KX3 with the PX3 and KXPA100 as well as the 
> KX2.  So I can say that they are all good, but for the home station, I 
> usually go with the K3 with the KX3/PX3 and KXPA100 (with KXAT100) as an 
> alternate.  The KX2 is reserved for portable operation, and I use it 
> rarely since I no longer go on hiking ventures.
The KX2 is the logical choice in this situation mostly because when back in my 
home in the 17th floor apartment in a 400 person retirement facility I’m not 
sure I will be able to operate.  If I do it will be most likely be with an end 
weighted wire suspended off a balcony - it’s a hundred feet or so to the 
ground.  So my permanent home will be the portable place and this country RV 
will be the more permanent place - especially until this coronavirus epidemic 
is better controlled.
That virus delights in getting into large facilities housing the older more 
infirm population.  There is only one case there AT THIS TIME.  I read where 
similar facilities have a large percentage of the in house population testing 
positive.
Anyway, so much for the logical choice, maybe having more buttons and knobs to 
fiddle with would add to the fun…

73, Tommy
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> End of Elecraft Digest, Vol 193, Issue 22
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[Elecraft] No power out

[gmuller885 via Elecraft]

I was doing FT8 and had made a few as when I suddenly had no power out. Did the 
basic trouble shooting with a dummy load.  Still no power out. Called Elecraft 
and they said that the low power amp was out. Did some on line research and 
found that when tuning up the external ant tuner at 5 watts it stresses the low 
power amp and they fail. Recommend that you tune up at 3 watts or less to keep 
from burning out the low power amp. By the way I did some online research and 
found this is a common failure with the k3.Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S8+, an 
AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone
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