Re: [Elecraft] K3s discontinued?

[Wayne Coburn]

Does this mean there's going to be a KX4 QRP radio? :-D

73,
Wayne C
KK6ZPL



On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 8:26 PM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> Gary, VK1ZZ, wrote:
>
> > I was hoping to add a K3s to my current setup (K3 #679) but that appears
> to be out of the
> > question dammit.
>
>
> Hi Gary,
>
> We sold the last K3S, I believe, but we'll have a number of upgraded,
> fully warranted K3's available for purchase on the web site sometime soon.
> Some were used for DXpeditions.
>
>
> > Was there a reason why the K3s was discontinued?
>
> Yes; we felt it was time to create a new, hybrid SDR with a large,
> integrated touch screen and virtually unlimited hardware/software expansion
> capability.
>
> The K3/K3S had a good run -- over 12 years. During that time we created
> many options and accessories and released dozens of free firmware upgrades.
> Everything we learned from that experience, plus a lot of new R&D, is being
> incorporated into the K4. (It's an exciting radio. For me, every morning
> it's a battle of wills to stop playing with it and get my work done :)
>
> We're looking forward to getting the K4 into customers' hands. Our
> suppliers are coming back on line. And so are we ... but we're prioritizing
> the health of our staff, which requires some heroics from the facilities
> department.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[Vic Rosenthal]

Check that TX INHIBIT is off in the menu.

Victor 4X6GP 

> On 16 Jun 2020, at 0:35, G4BVH  wrote:
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>Hi Bill,The rig doesnot produce any RF out in any mode. Everything 
> looks normal on the display, LEDs etc, the rig keys via mic or paddle but 
> just no RF.Some have suggested a bad internal cable connection or bad board 
> edge connector. I am working my way through those. 73, Peter G4BVH
>
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> On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 2:45 PM +0100, "Bill Steffey NY9H"  
> wrote:
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> DOES k3 xmit ssb with a mic in usb ?
> 
> what mode ( TXDATA) are you using ...
> 
> usually when I have that symptom, turns out that computer sound card is 
> NOT putting out TX audio to rig.
> 
> 
>> On 6/15/2020 4:04 AM, G4BVH wrote:
>> Hi,
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
>> have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
>> reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
>> here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
>> flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
>> fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
>> hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
>> transmitting: the red TX LED was lit, it was not in TEST mode (TX not
>> flashing) but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
>> definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
>> power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
>> - 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
>> level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
>> output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
>> level  is set but there is no RF coming out.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
>> that required.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
>> audio monitoring as normal.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
>> behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
>> D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Very many thanks and 73,
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Peter, G4BVH
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Jim Brown]

On 6/15/2020 4:55 PM, Wes wrote:

OK  QSL.

All of my computers have soundcards including the, soon to be replaced, 
shack Lenovo laptop. I tried a TASCAM US-100, highly recommended by 
K9YC, without seeing any improvement over the Lenovo on digital modes.


Hi Wes,

You might want to look at the piece I wrote on the topic, which details 
my testing. It was pretty rigorous. The USB interfaces I recommended 
were equally good, decoded to much greater signal to noise levels, and 
produced almost twice as many decodes as the sound system built into the 
two T43 Thinkpads used for the tests.


Pulling out the weakest signals requires a lot of dynamic range if very 
strong signals are present, and cheap A/D converters can have poor 
linearity close to the low end of the dynamic range. WSJT-X uses 48 kHz 
16-bit, theoretical 96 dB, real life more like 90. It's not unusual for 
there to be locals 30-50 dB over S9 when the band is open, so every 
little bit of dynamic range can matter when you're trying to work the 
weak ones. All of this is why I started my search in the semi-pro audio 
world.


One thing I differ with in the WSJT-X instructions is to set band noise 
to 30 dB on the green voltmeter bar. That's fine for modes like MSK144 
and ISCAT B, but gives up FAR too much dynamic range for modes like FT8, 
FT4, JT65, and JT9.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s discontinued?

[Paul Van Dyke]

Sorry that was from Paul - KB9AVO

On Mon, Jun 15, 2020, 11:34 PM Paul Van Dyke  wrote:

> Wayne, I've always said .. "Real life comes 1st"
>
> On Mon, Jun 15, 2020, 11:26 PM Wayne Burdick  wrote:
>
>> Gary, VK1ZZ, wrote:
>>
>> > I was hoping to add a K3s to my current setup (K3 #679) but that
>> appears to be out of the
>> > question dammit.
>>
>>
>> Hi Gary,
>>
>> We sold the last K3S, I believe, but we'll have a number of upgraded,
>> fully warranted K3's available for purchase on the web site sometime soon.
>> Some were used for DXpeditions.
>>
>>
>> > Was there a reason why the K3s was discontinued?
>>
>> Yes; we felt it was time to create a new, hybrid SDR with a large,
>> integrated touch screen and virtually unlimited hardware/software expansion
>> capability.
>>
>> The K3/K3S had a good run -- over 12 years. During that time we created
>> many options and accessories and released dozens of free firmware upgrades.
>> Everything we learned from that experience, plus a lot of new R&D, is being
>> incorporated into the K4. (It's an exciting radio. For me, every morning
>> it's a battle of wills to stop playing with it and get my work done :)
>>
>> We're looking forward to getting the K4 into customers' hands. Our
>> suppliers are coming back on line. And so are we ... but we're prioritizing
>> the health of our staff, which requires some heroics from the facilities
>> department.
>>
>> 73,
>> Wayne
>> N6KR
>>
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s discontinued?

[Paul Van Dyke]

Wayne, I've always said .. "Real life comes 1st"

On Mon, Jun 15, 2020, 11:26 PM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> Gary, VK1ZZ, wrote:
>
> > I was hoping to add a K3s to my current setup (K3 #679) but that appears
> to be out of the
> > question dammit.
>
>
> Hi Gary,
>
> We sold the last K3S, I believe, but we'll have a number of upgraded,
> fully warranted K3's available for purchase on the web site sometime soon.
> Some were used for DXpeditions.
>
>
> > Was there a reason why the K3s was discontinued?
>
> Yes; we felt it was time to create a new, hybrid SDR with a large,
> integrated touch screen and virtually unlimited hardware/software expansion
> capability.
>
> The K3/K3S had a good run -- over 12 years. During that time we created
> many options and accessories and released dozens of free firmware upgrades.
> Everything we learned from that experience, plus a lot of new R&D, is being
> incorporated into the K4. (It's an exciting radio. For me, every morning
> it's a battle of wills to stop playing with it and get my work done :)
>
> We're looking forward to getting the K4 into customers' hands. Our
> suppliers are coming back on line. And so are we ... but we're prioritizing
> the health of our staff, which requires some heroics from the facilities
> department.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s discontinued?

[Wayne Burdick]

Gary, VK1ZZ, wrote:

> I was hoping to add a K3s to my current setup (K3 #679) but that appears to 
> be out of the
> question dammit.


Hi Gary,

We sold the last K3S, I believe, but we'll have a number of upgraded, fully 
warranted K3's available for purchase on the web site sometime soon. Some were 
used for DXpeditions.


> Was there a reason why the K3s was discontinued?

Yes; we felt it was time to create a new, hybrid SDR with a large, integrated 
touch screen and virtually unlimited hardware/software expansion capability. 

The K3/K3S had a good run -- over 12 years. During that time we created many 
options and accessories and released dozens of free firmware upgrades. 
Everything we learned from that experience, plus a lot of new R&D, is being 
incorporated into the K4. (It's an exciting radio. For me, every morning it's a 
battle of wills to stop playing with it and get my work done :)

We're looking forward to getting the K4 into customers' hands. Our suppliers 
are coming back on line. And so are we ... but we're prioritizing the health of 
our staff, which requires some heroics from the facilities department.

73,
Wayne
N6KR



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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Don Wilhelm]

You do not need an exotic soundcard for digital modes, most any will do.
The big thing to pay attention to is the noise level, which may or may 
not be specified.


The soundcards reviewed at www.telepostinc.com is a good resource, but 
those listed are for panadapter purposes, and need a wide bandwidth.
That wide bandwidth is not required for digital modes, but if you have 
it, there is no harm done.


Many of the inexpensive USB soundcards will work fine for digital modes. 
 As I indicated, the noise floor will define which card is better, not 
the bandwidth.


Soundcards for digital use (but not panadapter) can be found in the $25 
and up price category.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 6/15/2020 5:47 PM, W6IPA wrote:

The matter is that you will send all the OS sounds to that interface (because 
you have only one)- and at this point you need to chase all the notifications 
what will be sending sound, and you cannot watch youtube anymore :-)

JC/W6IPA.


On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:

What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?


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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Gwen Patton]

The repurposed Chromebook I use for my field digital operating has the
world's most useless built in sound system. Even if you have one of the
goofy cables that will fit the sound socket, it won't work for digital. I
tried. I looked it up, and it's a design defect in pretty much all
Chromebooks. If you want to really use sound on a Chromebook, you have to
use a sound dongle.

I reflashed the Chromebook, taking out the old ChromeOS and replaced it
with GalliumOS, a Linux distro for Chromebooks, and it works great with a
sound dongle, but the internal sound hardware is just so awful you can't
really use it for much of anything. So I don't I use that Techrise dongle I
got for $17 and it works perfectly. I pair it with my MDS Phaser 40m
digital mode QRP rig, and it makes a very compact little FT8 and JS8
station, with the appropriate Linux versions of the apps installed.

I could have cobbled up something from a Raspberry Pi, but then I'd have to
supply a screen, keyboard, pointing device, and battery. Sort of silly when
I have a lightweight laptop-format device with all that stuff already built
in, that cost very little to begin with.

-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
73,
Gwen, NG3P


On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 8:16 PM Wes  wrote:

> The first thing I do when getting a new (to me) computer is turn off
> Windows sounds.
>
> I watch Youtube using ROKU on the big screen.
>
> Wes  N7WS
>
>
>
>
> On 6/15/2020 2:47 PM, W6IPA wrote:
> > The matter is that you will send all the OS sounds to that interface
> (because you have only one)- and at this point you need to chase all the
> notifications what will be sending sound, and you cannot watch youtube
> anymore :-)
> >
> > JC/W6IPA.
> >
> >> On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:
> >>
> >> What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?
> >>
> >> Wes  N7WS
> >>
> >> On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:
> >>> Hello All,
> >>>
> >>> I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB
> audio interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two
> (ASUS and Newmark) that are no longer available.
> >>>
> >>> What are the current favs that are out there now?
> >>>
> >>> TIA,
> >>> Eric
> >>> KG6MZS
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s discontinued?

[Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT]

The page says:

Please Note: We have limited stock of K3S/100-F and K3S/10-K.  We no 
longer offer the K3S/100-K and the K3S/10-F.


I would guess they have limited stock because their assemblers are 
either at home, or working on the initial K4 production backlog.


You could try to order one...

73 -- Lynn

On 6/15/20 6:37 PM, Gary Gregory wrote:

Was there a reason why the K3s was discontinued?

Looking at the pricing for a K4 was a shock in itself, when I did the
numbers to convert to AUD I was floored. That is one great beast BUT too
far out of my price range sadly.

As one who normally does not buy unwanted used equipment, I was hoping to
add a K3s to my current setup (K3 #679) but that appears to be out of the
question dammit.

Gary

VK1ZZ
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Adrian]

I don't agree,...

Any issue between the LP-100A and KPA1500 is extremely unlikely, and any 
issue in the antenna system would reflect on both LP-100A and KPA-1500 
swr indications.


I find the LP-100A consistent readings at all drive levels discounts the 
antenna system thereafter as a cause.



On 16/6/20 10:48 am, Jack Brindle wrote:

That means that he needs to check the connectors, adapters and cable that run 
from the KPA500 to the LPA-100 and potentially the LP-100A itself.

The directional coupler is the last component in the KPA500 chain. For 
reflected power, it simply reports the conditions it sees from the antenna 
connector out.
That means the connectors, adapters and cable that follow it. Especially look 
at any adapters, they are notorious (especially right-angle adapters) for 
failing at hight power.

This is a problem that many have seen, and is always an issue in the antenna 
system. Jim’s advice is spot-on here.

73!
Jack, W6FB



On Jun 15, 2020, at 4:46 PM, Adrian  wrote:

Did you see this part in Ed's earlier post ;

"

An LP-100A on the output of the KPA1500 is also used and displays the correct low 
SWR at all drive levels that I would expect to be seeing on the KPA1500 
display."



This would also should any power breakdown, but it doesn't ?
Adrian Fewster


On 16/6/20 6:30 am, Jim Brown wrote:

On 6/15/2020 6:48 AM, Ed G wrote:

   When setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of drive to 
the KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 changing by a 
significant amount depending on the drive level.

Look for something breaking down in your antenna system or between the power 
amp and the antenna. High power has a way of finding weaknesses that low power 
lives with.

73, Jim K9YC




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[Elecraft] K3s discontinued?

[Gary Gregory]

Was there a reason why the K3s was discontinued?

Looking at the pricing for a K4 was a shock in itself, when I did the
numbers to convert to AUD I was floored. That is one great beast BUT too
far out of my price range sadly.

As one who normally does not buy unwanted used equipment, I was hoping to
add a K3s to my current setup (K3 #679) but that appears to be out of the
question dammit.

Gary

VK1ZZ
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Larry (K8UT)]

Ed,

Your dummy load choices at 1500 watts range from expensive and good 
(Bird) to cheap and not-so-good. For example the MFJ-264 is listed as 
handling 1500 watts but if you read the fine print (the derating curve 
printed on its case ) you're limited to 8 seconds at 1500 watts. And 
each time you stress that dummy load its resistor value climbs by a few 
ohms.


Frustrated with the commercial options available, I built a dummy load 
using a huge heatsink from a salvage VHF transmitter and a 
series/parallel combination of four 50 ohm 250 watt resistors purchased 
on eBay.


https://www.ebay.com/itm/1PCS-Anaren-RFP-250-50RM-RFP250-50-RF-Power-Flanged-Resistors-250-Watts-50-ohm/133028134252?hash=item1ef9183d6c:g:uHQAAOSwyFhcvsvw

-larry (K8UT)

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From: "Ed G" 
To: "Larry (K8UT)" ; "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" 


Sent: 2020-06-15 10:57:32 AM
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters


Hi Larry,

 Yes, exact same problem is there with a known good dummy load in 
place of the Steppir yagi I normally use.


--Ed—





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From: Larry (K8UT) 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 10:09 AM
To: Ed G ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 


Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters



Ed,



Not seeing that here. SWR value unchanged at 10, 20, 30, 35 watts of

drive. Suggest you test into a dummy load to see if the problem goes

away, which would suggest some issue with power level into the feedline

or antenna.



-larry (K8UT)





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From: "Ed G" 

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Sent: 2020-06-15 9:48:55 AM

Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters



>Folks,

>  I am trying to understand some odd KPA1500 operation on 6 
meters.  When setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts 
of drive to the KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 
changing by a significant amount depending on the drive level.  This is 
with the KPA1500 tuner bypassed. An LP-100A on the output of the 
KPA1500 is also used and displays the correct low SWR at all drive 
levels that I would expect to be seeing on the KPA1500 display.


>  For example, with 5 watts drive from the K3, I see 1.3 SWR on 
the LP-100, and 2.5:1 on the KPA1500 display.  As I increase drive, the 
KPA1500 SWR display goes down proportionally, until I get to about 40 
watts drive. At the 40 watt drive level, I am seeing a nice healthy 
1600 watts output, and both the LP-100 and the KPA1500 are showing the 
same 1.3 SWR.  15 watts drive shows 1.3 on the LP100 and 2.0:1 on the 
KPA1500 display. So I am not sure why the SWR sensing and display in 
the KPA1500 is behaving this way?  I do not see this oddity on any 
other bands.


>  I might also add that attempting to get the KPA1500 internal 
tuner to bring down the high SWR as seen on the KPA1500 results in a 
drop in SWR displayed on the KPA1500 to where SWR almost equals that on 
the LP-100, but using the tuner I would expect that to be even better.


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Re: [Elecraft] White noise on K3transmit

[Bill Frantz]

Do check that you have the K3 configured for the front panel mic and the 
correct bias setting.

Just guess why I suggest this. :-)

73 Bill AE6JV

On 6/14/20 at 10:58 AM, mikefur...@att.net (Mike Furrey) wrote:

> I just set up to operate in the 6 meter contest and after no contacts, trying 
> with two different 
> microphones (first the Elecraft mic, then a Heil mic) on the front panel, a 
> check with a local said he 
> only hears white noise when I transmit. I am missing something. I am 
> transmitting into a 2 element 
> quad. Both the K3 meter and Daiwa meter shows 1.2 SWR and Forward power out 
> varies with my speech. I 
> switched radios to Icom 7200 and I am well heard.
> 
> So, I am missing something. I scrolled through the menu and did not see 
> anything obvious. Any help 
> please?
> 
> 73, Mike WA5POK

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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Jack Brindle via Elecraft]

That means that he needs to check the connectors, adapters and cable that run 
from the KPA500 to the LPA-100 and potentially the LP-100A itself.

The directional coupler is the last component in the KPA500 chain. For 
reflected power, it simply reports the conditions it sees from the antenna 
connector out. 
That means the connectors, adapters and cable that follow it. Especially look 
at any adapters, they are notorious (especially right-angle adapters) for 
failing at hight power.

This is a problem that many have seen, and is always an issue in the antenna 
system. Jim’s advice is spot-on here.

73!
Jack, W6FB


> On Jun 15, 2020, at 4:46 PM, Adrian  wrote:
> 
> Did you see this part in Ed's earlier post ;
> 
> "
> 
> An LP-100A on the output of the KPA1500 is also used and displays the correct 
> low SWR at all drive levels that I would expect to be seeing on the KPA1500 
> display."
> 
> 
> 
> This would also should any power breakdown, but it doesn't ?
> Adrian Fewster
> 
> 
> On 16/6/20 6:30 am, Jim Brown wrote:
>> On 6/15/2020 6:48 AM, Ed G wrote:
>>>   When setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of drive 
>>> to the KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 changing by a 
>>> significant amount depending on the drive level.
>> 
>> Look for something breaking down in your antenna system or between the power 
>> amp and the antenna. High power has a way of finding weaknesses that low 
>> power lives with.
>> 
>> 73, Jim K9YC
>> 
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Remote Rig Setup RRC-1258 MkII SOLD

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Re: [Elecraft] NEW! DIGITAL DISPLAY UNIT for ELECRAFT W2 WATT METER!

[Keith Ennis via Elecraft]

 Still have a few of these in stock.

Www.KV5J.com

Keith

 On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, 08:24:53 PM CDT, Keith Ennis  
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  I've been asked about using the display unit for remote. Both the W2 and my 
display unit use a straightforward rs232 port. I haven't done it yet, but 
connecting 2 serial devices over the internet shouldn't be that hard.

Keith, KV5J

 On Thursday, May 21, 2020, 03:22:18 PM CDT, Keith Ennis 
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 Back in Stock at http://www.kv5j.com
Thanks,73



Keith, KV5J 

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  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  
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 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] SSB 40 M net 6-14-2020

[Eric Lanzl]

Here are the stations that checked in to the 40m net on Sunday 6-14-2020. 
Thanks to the relay stations and to all who checked in. 
WB9JNZ for WM6P
SSB Net 6-14-2020
WB9JNZ   Eric    IL       K3   Substitute Net Control 
K8NU   Carl   OH      K3SKB9AVO   Paul       IN   K3S   
  Relay Station
K6VWE     Stan  MI   K3   Relay Station 
NC0JW     Jim CO KX3W4DML    Doug TN      K3AI9R
     Tom    IL   Icom 7300AE6JV       Bill NH  KX3



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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Wes]

The first thing I do when getting a new (to me) computer is turn off Windows 
sounds.

I watch Youtube using ROKU on the big screen.

Wes  N7WS




On 6/15/2020 2:47 PM, W6IPA wrote:

The matter is that you will send all the OS sounds to that interface (because 
you have only one)- and at this point you need to chase all the notifications 
what will be sending sound, and you cannot watch youtube anymore :-)

JC/W6IPA.


On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:

What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?

Wes  N7WS

On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:

Hello All,

I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB audio 
interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two (ASUS and 
Newmark) that are no longer available.

What are the current favs that are out there now?

TIA,
Eric
KG6MZS

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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Walter Underwood]

This list was last updated in 2018.

http://www.telepostinc.com/soundcards.html

wunder
K6WRU
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> On Jun 15, 2020, at 4:55 PM, Wes  wrote:
> 
> OK  QSL.
> 
> All of my computers have soundcards including the, soon to be replaced, shack 
> Lenovo laptop. I tried a TASCAM US-100, highly recommended by K9YC, without 
> seeing any improvement over the Lenovo on digital modes.
> 
> Wes  N7WS
> 
> On 6/15/2020 2:59 PM, Eric wrote:
>> Hi Wes,
>> 
>> Thank you (and everybody) for the replies.
>> 
>> I am using the computer’s sound card for receive audio right now on my old 
>> computer, but my new laptop doesn’t have a mic jack, so I need to go to some 
>> kind of external device to get the audio from the radio to the computer.
>> 
>> 73 de Eric, KG6MZS
>> 
>>> On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:
>>> 
>>> What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?
>>> 
>>> Wes  N7WS
>>> 
>>> On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:
 Hello All,
 
 I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB 
 audio interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two 
 (ASUS and Newmark) that are no longer available.
 
 What are the current favs that are out there now?
 
 TIA,
 Eric
 KG6MZS
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Wes]

OK  QSL.

All of my computers have soundcards including the, soon to be replaced, shack 
Lenovo laptop. I tried a TASCAM US-100, highly recommended by K9YC, without 
seeing any improvement over the Lenovo on digital modes.


Wes  N7WS

On 6/15/2020 2:59 PM, Eric wrote:

Hi Wes,

Thank you (and everybody) for the replies.

I am using the computer’s sound card for receive audio right now on my old 
computer, but my new laptop doesn’t have a mic jack, so I need to go to some 
kind of external device to get the audio from the radio to the computer.

73 de Eric, KG6MZS


On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:

What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?

Wes  N7WS

On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:

Hello All,

I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB audio 
interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two (ASUS and 
Newmark) that are no longer available.

What are the current favs that are out there now?

TIA,
Eric
KG6MZS

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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Adrian]

Did you see this part in Ed's earlier post ;

"

An LP-100A on the output of the KPA1500 is also used and displays the correct low 
SWR at all drive levels that I would expect to be seeing on the KPA1500 
display."



This would also should any power breakdown, but it doesn't ?
Adrian Fewster


On 16/6/20 6:30 am, Jim Brown wrote:

On 6/15/2020 6:48 AM, Ed G wrote:
  When setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of 
drive to the KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 
changing by a significant amount depending on the drive level.


Look for something breaking down in your antenna system or between the 
power amp and the antenna. High power has a way of finding weaknesses 
that low power lives with.


73, Jim K9YC




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[Elecraft] NAQCC QRPp Sprint

[Larry Makoski]

DATE:  JUNE 17, 2020  (The evening of the 16th in North America.)

TIME:  0030-0230 UTC

BANDS:  80, 40, 20 (See the General Instructions page for suggested freq.)



mW QRPp SPRINT RULES:

All QSOs are to made with 1-watt of output power or less.

Complete sprint rules including exchange details, operating categories,
scoring, and logging requirements should be reviewed at

http://www.naqcc.info/sprint_rules.html.



MEMBERSHIP DATA FILES:

Membership data files for supported sprint logging applications are
available at  
http://www.naqcc.info/contests.html.  It is very important that you use the
latest data file in your software.  It is available now for download.



LOG SUBMISSIONS:

All sprint logs must be submitted through our Autologger page at
http://www.naqcc.info/autologger.php.  Directly emailed logs are no longer
accepted.  Some significant updates have been made to this page, including
some automatic error trapping and correcting.  Please carefully follow the
instructions given on the page for each of the input fields.  (A sample
Autologger page for you to practice on before the start of the sprint is
available.  See the list of useful links below.)

Logging options and specific log formatting details can be found on the
Sprint Rules page at  
http://www.naqcc.info/sprint_rules.html.



AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR NAQCC SPRINTS:

If you have been hesitant to give ham radio contesting a try you really
should consider our NAQCC sprints.  Our sprints are specifically tailored to
help new CW operators get their first contesting experience.  Our most
popular operating category is for using a straight key and this
automatically keeps the CW speeds relatively low.  Additionally the exchange
is simple and virtually everyone operating in the sprint is more than
willing to slow down or give repeats.  Once the sprint is over we make log
submission easy with our automated Autologger page.

Although scores are posted on our website and award certificates are issued,
the real goal of our sprints is not to win something.  It's to have FUN
while promoting CW QRP operating.  EVERYONE who participates in the sprint
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Peter Dougherty]

If you have a K3s with the built in codecs that's not the case at all. It's
its own independent audio device. 

For original K3 radios and other earlier rigs without built-in USB audio, I
recommend the Microham Microkeyer-II. It ran my Yaesu Mark V based shack for
about 10 years, and I got the cables to let it handle my K3s for a while,
but eventually I just simplified everything and I took the MK-II out of line
and resorted to USB connectivity. Not a single problem since then. PC
sounds, video, music, etc, go to the motherboard sound interface, and the
rig sounds (digimodes in/out and DVK from the PC to the radio) via the
separate USB interface built into the K3s.

If you have a radio without the USB interface ping me off-list and maybe we
can make a deal on my no-longer-needed MicroKeyer-II? 

 - pjd

-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net  On
Behalf Of W6IPA
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 5:47 PM
To: Wes 
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

The matter is that you will send all the OS sounds to that interface
(because you have only one)- and at this point you need to chase all the
notifications what will be sending sound, and you cannot watch youtube
anymore :-)

JC/W6IPA.

> On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:
> 
> What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?
> 
> Wes  N7WS
> 
> On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:
>> Hello All,
>> 
>> I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB
audio interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two
(ASUS and Newmark) that are no longer available.
>> 
>> What are the current favs that are out there now?
>> 
>> TIA,
>> Eric
>> KG6MZS
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[W6IPA]

The matter is that you will send all the OS sounds to that interface (because 
you have only one)- and at this point you need to chase all the notifications 
what will be sending sound, and you cannot watch youtube anymore :-)

JC/W6IPA.

> On Jun 15, 2020, at 2:31 PM, Wes  wrote:
> 
> What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?
> 
> Wes  N7WS
> 
> On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:
>> Hello All,
>> 
>> I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB audio 
>> interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two (ASUS 
>> and Newmark) that are no longer available.
>> 
>> What are the current favs that are out there now?
>> 
>> TIA,
>> Eric
>> KG6MZS
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[G4BVH]

  
  
  

Hi Bill,The rig does not produce any RF out in any mode. Everything 
looks normal on the display, LEDs etc, the rig keys via mic or paddle but just 
no RF.Some have suggested a bad internal cable connection or bad board edge 
connector. I am working my way through those. 73, Peter G4BVH



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On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 2:45 PM +0100, "Bill Steffey NY9H"  
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DOES k3 xmit ssb with a mic in usb ?

what mode ( TXDATA) are you using ...

usually when I have that symptom, turns out that computer sound card is 
NOT putting out TX audio to rig.


On 6/15/2020 4:04 AM, G4BVH wrote:
> Hi,
>
>   
>
> I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
> have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
> reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
> here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.
>
>   
>
> I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
> flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
> fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.
>
>   
>
> A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
> hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
> transmitting: the red TX LED was lit, it was not in TEST mode (TX not
> flashing) but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
> definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
> power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
> - 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.
>
>   
>
> The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
> level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
> output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
> level  is set but there is no RF coming out.
>
>   
>
> I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
> that required.
>
>   
>
> The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
> audio monitoring as normal.
>
>   
>
> I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
> behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
> D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.
>
>   
>
> The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.
>
>   
>
> TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.
>
>   
>
> Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.
>
>   
>
> Very many thanks and 73,
>
>   
>
> Peter, G4BVH
>
>   
>
>   
>
>
>

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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Wes]

What's the matter with the internal soundcard in your computer?

Wes  N7WS

On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:

Hello All,

I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB audio 
interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two (ASUS and 
Newmark) that are no longer available.

What are the current favs that are out there now?

TIA,
Eric
KG6MZS


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Re: [Elecraft] Spurs on 6 meters on FT8

[Keith Trinity WE6R]

If you have a K3S (or late K3, with the KPA3A type 100w amp).
Please see the recent FW notes in the K3 Utility about setting the 6m 
Atn6 attenuator switch to prevent 6m oscillations.

Also, what rev of KLPA3A and KPA3A are you at? There have been improvements.
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech.

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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Joseph McIntire]

Ok i have two transverse that I put together  a 144 MHz and a 50 MHz the 144 I 
finished think 2009 did the cals but  if I remember correctly  when I tried  
testing  it when I keyed up it was like I got a carrier  or something  I had a 
hand held in the shack and I could here it key but did not get any audio. The 
six meter my father in law started  and he passed so we picked it all  up and 
put it in a box. And i recently  finished it but have not got to do the 
calibration  procedures or test it yet.

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 3:50:21 PM
To: Joseph McIntire ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; supp...@elecraft.com 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

You must go into the config menu, set KPA3 to "nor" then cycle power. Then 
connect to the utility and the 50w should be available to run from there.
Set KXV3 to nor also, cycle power, then you can use the Utility to run the MW 
test too.
Looks like you DID do the 50 manually and the TXGN number most likely changed, 
(see next sentence). (The MW and 5w need to be run too).
You can do all the gain cals manually but the Utility is soo much easier. 
Manually you make sure TUN PWR is nor, then set power to 50w EXACTLY, (or 5w 
for the low cal), then long press XMIT and let it send a carrier for several 
seconds. You will see the TXGN number change from the default 10 to something 
(although 10 is a valid number too, just the default and should not be 10 on 
all bands). For MW, set KXV3 to "test" and set to 1.0mw exactly and TUNE for 
several seconds) DON'T FORGET TO TAKE IT OUT OF TEST, HI HI, there is NO 
indication and it will confound you, been there, ha ha.
Then Never, ever, EVER set your tx power to *exactly* 5watts, 50watts or 1.0MW 
ever again because you can inadvertently re-do the tx gain cal and if not into 
a flat dummy load, you can get it all fouled up.
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech.

On 6/15/2020 1:33 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Ok will do. Question though.  It is calling it the high power or 50 watt TX 
gain calibration. Turn off the ATU if you have one. I don't  wish  I did. But 
anyway select  each band  go to tune  and verify 50 watts out. Ok I had 50 
watts on each. But have not seen in the manual  where you would  adjust 
anything  if it wasn't. To me thT verifing not calibrating. I also seen on the 
K3 utility under the calibration tab there is a button  for that  but it was 
grayed out and couldn't be selected. How does it work. I have not seen any 
instructions for doing it that way.

  Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 2:30:06 PM
To: Joseph McIntire ; 
elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; 
supp...@elecraft.com 

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

Also we suggest setting the K3 Utility to the ADVANCED mode for more control.
Keith WE6R

On 6/15/2020 12:27 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Ok wel will do that. I do not have the sub receiver  so that makes it a little 
easier.  I still  have all the original paper work and manuals.  I was going to 
 print  the latest manuals tonight.  I know that there's options in there I 
don't have but most the functions updated by firmware  should be in there.  
Thank you for your assistance

 Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 2:19:54 PM
To: Joseph McIntire ; 
elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; 
supp...@elecraft.com 

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

At this point, I would do the reset, then set RS232 to 38400 to continue on 
with the DSP load. (reset puts it at 4800 which is SLOW).
Then Reset again after FP & DSP have loaded, if you have a sub, you will have 
to turn it on in config menu, then cycle power, then load DSP2.
Then a reset again after all FW is loaded.
Then you will have to setup filters, options and do the TX gain cal.
The K3 kit build manual has all of that.  It will give you confidence you have 
a clean start.
Let us know ...
Don't forget to do a new configuration save when it is all setup!! (should you 
ever have to "go back").
Keith WE6R Elecraft Tech.

On 6/15/2020 12:07 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu and FPF 
firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the  DSP when it restarted  the 
radio for some reason it didn't  recognize  the 2.88 version  it had just 
installed.  You know  question marks ??.?

Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Keith Trinity WE6R]

You must go into the config menu, set KPA3 to "nor" then cycle power. 
Then connect to the utility and the 50w should be available to run from 
there.
Set KXV3 to nor also, cycle power, then you can use the Utility to run 
the MW test too.
Looks like you DID do the 50 manually and the TXGN number most likely 
changed, (see next sentence). (The MW and 5w need to be run too).
You can do all the gain cals manually but the Utility is soo much 
easier. Manually you make sure TUN PWR is nor, then set power to 50w 
EXACTLY, (or 5w for the low cal), then long press XMIT and let it send a 
carrier for several seconds. You will see the TXGN number change from 
the default 10 to something (although 10 is a valid number too, just the 
default and should not be 10 on all bands). For MW, set KXV3 to "test" 
and set to 1.0mw exactly and TUNE for several seconds) DON'T FORGET TO 
TAKE IT OUT OF TEST, HI HI, there is NO indication and it will confound 
you, been there, ha ha.
Then Never, ever, EVER set your tx power to *exactly* 5watts, 50watts or 
1.0MW ever again because you can inadvertently re-do the tx gain cal and 
if not into a flat dummy load, you can get it all fouled up.

Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech.

On 6/15/2020 1:33 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Ok will do. Question though.  It is calling it the high power or 50 
watt TX gain calibration. Turn off the ATU if you have one. I don't  
wish  I did. But anyway select  each band  go to tune and verify 50 
watts out. Ok I had 50 watts on each. But have not seen in the manual  
where you would  adjust anything  if it wasn't. To me thT verifing not 
calibrating. I also seen on the K3 utility under the calibration tab 
there is a button  for that  but it was grayed out and couldn't be 
selected. How does it work. I have not seen any instructions for doing 
it that way.


  Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


*From:* Keith Trinity WE6R 
*Sent:* Monday, June 15, 2020 2:30:06 PM
*To:* Joseph McIntire ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; supp...@elecraft.com 

*Subject:* Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN
Also we suggest setting the K3 Utility to the ADVANCED mode for more 
control.

Keith WE6R

On 6/15/2020 12:27 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Ok wel will do that. I do not have the sub receiver  so that makes it 
a little easier.  I still  have all the original paper work and 
manuals.  I was going to  print  the latest manuals tonight.  I know 
that there's options in there I don't have but most the functions 
updated by firmware should be in there.  Thank you for your assistance


 Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


*From:* Keith Trinity WE6R  


*Sent:* Monday, June 15, 2020 2:19:54 PM
*To:* Joseph McIntire  ; 
elecraft@mailman.qth.net  
 ; 
supp...@elecraft.com  
 

*Subject:* Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN
At this point, I would do the reset, then set RS232 to 38400 to 
continue on with the DSP load. (reset puts it at 4800 which is SLOW).
Then Reset again after FP & DSP have loaded, if you have a sub, you 
will have to turn it on in config menu, then cycle power, then load 
DSP2.

Then a reset again after all FW is loaded.
Then you will have to setup filters, options and do the TX gain cal.
The K3 kit build manual has all of that.  It will give you confidence 
you have a clean start.

Let us know ...
Don't forget to do a new configuration save when it is all setup!! 
(should you ever have to "go back").

Keith WE6R Elecraft Tech.

On 6/15/2020 12:07 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu 
and FPF firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the  DSP when 
it restarted  the radio for some reason it didn't  recognize  the 
2.88 version  it had just installed.  You know  question marks ??.?? 
For the installed version  for the  DSP. The others  look  ok. And I 
get the ERR AT3. I have not searched  yet for other trouble codes.  
I am at work right now.  I will look at it again  when I get home.  
I have  been  going through the release notes but  there is a lot 
to  go through. I will  look into  the parameter reset  also. I 
will  let you know how it goes.


Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


*From:* Keith Trinity WE6R  


*Sent:* Monday, June 15, 2020 1:54:34 PM
*To:* elecraft@mailman.qth.net  
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Jim Brown]

On 6/15/2020 9:30 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote:

In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two (ASUS and Newmark) that are no longer 
available.


Most of the products I recommended can be found on ebay. As with any 
purchases online, pay attention to customer ratings and the "look" of 
the listing.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Joseph McIntire]

Ok will do. Question though.  It is calling it the high power or 50 watt TX 
gain calibration. Turn off the ATU if you have one. I don't  wish  I did. But 
anyway select  each band  go to tune  and verify 50 watts out. Ok I had 50 
watts on each. But have not seen in the manual  where you would  adjust 
anything  if it wasn't. To me thT verifing not calibrating. I also seen on the 
K3 utility under the calibration tab there is a button  for that  but it was 
grayed out and couldn't be selected. How does it work. I have not seen any 
instructions for doing it that way.

  Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 2:30:06 PM
To: Joseph McIntire ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; supp...@elecraft.com 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

Also we suggest setting the K3 Utility to the ADVANCED mode for more control.
Keith WE6R

On 6/15/2020 12:27 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Ok wel will do that. I do not have the sub receiver  so that makes it a little 
easier.  I still  have all the original paper work and manuals.  I was going to 
 print  the latest manuals tonight.  I know that there's options in there I 
don't have but most the functions updated by firmware  should be in there.  
Thank you for your assistance

 Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 2:19:54 PM
To: Joseph McIntire ; 
elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; 
supp...@elecraft.com 

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

At this point, I would do the reset, then set RS232 to 38400 to continue on 
with the DSP load. (reset puts it at 4800 which is SLOW).
Then Reset again after FP & DSP have loaded, if you have a sub, you will have 
to turn it on in config menu, then cycle power, then load DSP2.
Then a reset again after all FW is loaded.
Then you will have to setup filters, options and do the TX gain cal.
The K3 kit build manual has all of that.  It will give you confidence you have 
a clean start.
Let us know ...
Don't forget to do a new configuration save when it is all setup!! (should you 
ever have to "go back").
Keith WE6R Elecraft Tech.

On 6/15/2020 12:07 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu and FPF 
firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the  DSP when it restarted  the 
radio for some reason it didn't  recognize  the 2.88 version  it had just 
installed.  You know  question marks ??.?? For the installed version  for the  
DSP. The others  look  ok. And I get the ERR AT3. I have not searched  yet for 
other trouble codes.  I am at work right now.  I will  look at it again  when I 
get home.  I have  been  going through the release notes but  there is a lot to 
 go through. I will  look into  the parameter reset  also. I will  let you know 
how it goes.

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 1:54:34 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; 
ki4...@msn.com ; 
supp...@elecraft.com 

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

Hi Joe;
That is a HUGE jump! ( from 1.96 to 5.67. The oldest I have seen come in
was 1.30!!)
It is rare, but I have seen a glitch or two in extreme jumps.
One is the ADC REF gets set to an invalid voltage of 4.00 which is OUT
of RANGE!!
Also any saved configs you might load could be an issue if you re-load.

I can send you some in-between FW, but it is a LOT OF WORK and is NO
guarantee that glitch won't happen.
Is there some feature that you are specifically avoiding??
If you don't go with the latest, the Manual etc will not match, nor
would any discussion with CS or other folks that are current.
Reading the release notes is an excellent idea if you want to look for
something specific, or ask me or CS.

I *HIGHLY* recommend loading the latest FW and then after do a
"Parameter RESET", (EE-INIT-ialization), and then setup and calibrate
from SCRATCH.
(IE don't load an old config).
**That is what I do in repairs (after checking with customer) for such a
large jump in FW.
Also, that old of a radio will need gold pins and MANY hardware updates,
feel free to send it in so I can get my hands on it, hi hi!
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech




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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Jim Brown]

On 6/15/2020 6:48 AM, Ed G wrote:

  When setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of drive to 
the KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 changing by a 
significant amount depending on the drive level.


Look for something breaking down in your antenna system or between the 
power amp and the antenna. High power has a way of finding weaknesses 
that low power lives with.


73, Jim K9YC


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[Elecraft] External Digital Box

[Darryl J Kelly]

I use Tascam US-2x2 digital sound card boxes, work very well, have
about 100 db noise level, I actually have three of the them used
mostly for MARS.
Darryl, KK5IB
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[W6IPA]

If you want to connect line level input/output, and you want to be able to 
monitor the input and output through a headset,
I would recommend :
https://www.adorama.com/beuca202.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyJLy7NCE6gIVVRh9Ch0a4A14EAQYASABEgKS2PD_BwE&utm_source=adl-gbase
 


For more technical review of it:
http://nwavguy.blogspot.com/2011/02/behringer-uca202-review.html 


JC/W6IPA.

> On Jun 15, 2020, at 1:01 PM, Gwen Patton  wrote:
> 
> I like this one, Eric.  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J7P0OGI
> 
> -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
> 73,
> Gwen, NG3P
> 
> 
> On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 12:30 PM Eric KG6MZS  wrote:
> 
>> Hello All,
>> 
>> I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB
>> audio interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two
>> (ASUS and Newmark) that are no longer available.
>> 
>> What are the current favs that are out there now?
>> 
>> TIA,
>> Eric
>> KG6MZS
>> 
>>> 
>>> Buy the ASUS or the Numark here.
>>> 
>>> 
>> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=asus%20u5&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=
>> <
>> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=asus%20u5&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/639303-REG/Numark_STEREO%7CIO_Stereo_iO_USB.html
>> <
>> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/639303-REG/Numark_STEREO%7CIO_Stereo_iO_USB.html
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 cables

[Brian Broggie]

Hi, Joseph!

We are going to have a 10' shielded ethernet cable available as an option
on our website for the K4.

Thanks for asking!

Brian Broggie
K4 Program Manager
Elecraft, Inc.
W6FVI



On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 8:14 AM Joseph Trombino, Jr 
wrote:

> Howdy Gang.
>
> Does anyone know if the K4 will ship with an Ethernet cable?
>
> 73, Joe W2KJ
> I QRP, therefore I am
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[Elecraft] SSB Net 6-14-2020

[Eric Lanzl]

Here is the list of stations checking in to the 20m SSB net for Sunday June 
14,2020. Thanks to the relay stations listed below for your help. There is a 
40m net at 18:45Z and an 80m net at 0100Z. The 40m net is on 7.280 and the 80m. 
net meets on 3940. Thanks to all who participated. On the week of field day we 
will not have the net due to the heavy use of the band and that many 
participants of the net will probably be engaged in field day as well. We will 
meet on Sunday July 5th. 
Eric WB9JNZ

Call Name  State   Radio  Serial #   QRP
 Notes

WB9JNZ   Eric    IL    K3   
  4017     NetControl

K8NU   Carl    OH      K3S    
10996      

WM6P  Steve GA      K3S    
11453      

NC0JW    Jim      CO  KX3      
1356     Relay station 

N6JW/M   John   CA  KX3 
515         Relay station    

N4NRW   Roger     SC       K3    
1318     Relay station 

KB9AVO  Paul    IN        K3S     
11103      

W1NGA   Al    CO  K3        
5765    

W4DML   Doug      TN       K3     
6433    

KJ9B    Ken    IN    K3S
 10270      

K5APL Wes       AR       K2     
3505    

K6VWE    Stan   MI        K3    
   650      

K0JFJ   Nick   MN       K3S 
11830      

N2TNQ Len    NJ   K3    
  5270    

NS7P    Phil    OR      K3  
    1826    

K6FW   Frank     CA      K3S      
11672      

KS6F    Guy    CA      K3S  
11672      

KF7ZN  Ron    UT      K3S      
10832      

N0KHH  Steve         MN     Yaesu 
FT1000   

N7BDL  Terry      AZ   K3S     
10373      

N0MPM/P  Mike      CO      KX3        
8820     portable Rocky Mountain NP

KS7D/P     Mike      OR      KX3        
1847    

AI6B  Brian CA   KX2    
    1869    

KC1ACL    Steve    NM       KX3      
10677      

K7BRR  Bill AZ    K3S   
  10939      
 KO5V             Jim          NM            K2/100        7225
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Re: [Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Gwen Patton]

I like this one, Eric.  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J7P0OGI

-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
73,
Gwen, NG3P


On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 12:30 PM Eric KG6MZS  wrote:

> Hello All,
>
> I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB
> audio interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two
> (ASUS and Newmark) that are no longer available.
>
> What are the current favs that are out there now?
>
> TIA,
> Eric
> KG6MZS
>
> >
> > Buy the ASUS or the Numark here.
> >
> >
> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=asus%20u5&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=
> <
> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=asus%20u5&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=
> >
> >
> >
> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/639303-REG/Numark_STEREO%7CIO_Stereo_iO_USB.html
> <
> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/639303-REG/Numark_STEREO%7CIO_Stereo_iO_USB.html
> >
> >
> > 73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] Spurs on 6 meters on FT8

[cbscholl]

Yes this was a K3. I had been running the audio gain at about that point. But
when the pictures were taken I had backed off to try to help the situation.
Barney



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Re: [Elecraft] Spurs on 6 meters on FT8

[cbscholl]

This is a picture of my signal on a 7851 about 6 miles away. 
 
At another point I had the KPA500 and it looked like this. 
 
I also saw a similar view on a 7300 in the shack but did not take a picture.
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[Elecraft] K160RX K2 160 Meter and 2nd Ant Option SOLD

[w4sc]

K160RX K2 160 Meter and 2nd Ant Option SOLD

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[Elecraft] Novice looking for a loaded K1

[Stephen Roberts]

Anyone have one to sell? I'm trying to get a new op up and running and after 
trying my K1, he just has to have one ;-)

Steve—W1SFR


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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Keith Trinity WE6R]

Also we suggest setting the K3 Utility to the ADVANCED mode for more 
control.

Keith WE6R

On 6/15/2020 12:27 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Ok wel will do that. I do not have the sub receiver  so that makes it 
a little easier.  I still  have all the original paper work and 
manuals.  I was going to  print  the latest manuals tonight.  I know 
that there's options in there I don't have but most the functions 
updated by firmware  should be in there. Thank you for your assistance


 Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


*From:* Keith Trinity WE6R 
*Sent:* Monday, June 15, 2020 2:19:54 PM
*To:* Joseph McIntire ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
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*Subject:* Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN
At this point, I would do the reset, then set RS232 to 38400 to 
continue on with the DSP load. (reset puts it at 4800 which is SLOW).
Then Reset again after FP & DSP have loaded, if you have a sub, you 
will have to turn it on in config menu, then cycle power, then load DSP2.

Then a reset again after all FW is loaded.
Then you will have to setup filters, options and do the TX gain cal.
The K3 kit build manual has all of that.  It will give you confidence 
you have a clean start.

Let us know ...
Don't forget to do a new configuration save when it is all setup!! 
(should you ever have to "go back").

Keith WE6R Elecraft Tech.

On 6/15/2020 12:07 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu and 
FPF firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the  DSP when it 
restarted  the radio for some reason it didn't  recognize  the 2.88 
version  it had just installed.  You know  question marks ??.?? For 
the installed version  for the  DSP. The others  look  ok. And I get 
the ERR AT3. I have not searched  yet for other trouble codes. I am 
at work right now.  I will  look at it again  when I get home.  I 
have  been  going through the release notes but  there is a lot to  
go through. I will  look into  the parameter reset  also. I will  let 
you know how it goes.


Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


*From:* Keith Trinity WE6R  


*Sent:* Monday, June 15, 2020 1:54:34 PM
*To:* elecraft@mailman.qth.net  
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ki4...@msn.com   
; supp...@elecraft.com 
  


*Subject:* Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN
Hi Joe;
That is a HUGE jump! ( from 1.96 to 5.67. The oldest I have seen come in
was 1.30!!)
It is rare, but I have seen a glitch or two in extreme jumps.
One is the ADC REF gets set to an invalid voltage of 4.00 which is OUT
of RANGE!!
Also any saved configs you might load could be an issue if you re-load.

I can send you some in-between FW, but it is a LOT OF WORK and is NO
guarantee that glitch won't happen.
Is there some feature that you are specifically avoiding??
If you don't go with the latest, the Manual etc will not match, nor
would any discussion with CS or other folks that are current.
Reading the release notes is an excellent idea if you want to look for
something specific, or ask me or CS.

I *HIGHLY* recommend loading the latest FW and then after do a
"Parameter RESET", (EE-INIT-ialization), and then setup and calibrate
from SCRATCH.
(IE don't load an old config).
**That is what I do in repairs (after checking with customer) for such a
large jump in FW.
Also, that old of a radio will need gold pins and MANY hardware updates,
feel free to send it in so I can get my hands on it, hi hi!
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech






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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Joseph McIntire]

Ok wel will do that. I do not have the sub receiver  so that makes it a little 
easier.  I still  have all the original paper work and manuals.  I was going to 
 print  the latest manuals tonight.  I know that there's options in there I 
don't have but most the functions updated by firmware  should be in there.  
Thank you for your assistance

 Joe AB3JN

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 2:19:54 PM
To: Joseph McIntire ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; supp...@elecraft.com 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

At this point, I would do the reset, then set RS232 to 38400 to continue on 
with the DSP load. (reset puts it at 4800 which is SLOW).
Then Reset again after FP & DSP have loaded, if you have a sub, you will have 
to turn it on in config menu, then cycle power, then load DSP2.
Then a reset again after all FW is loaded.
Then you will have to setup filters, options and do the TX gain cal.
The K3 kit build manual has all of that.  It will give you confidence you have 
a clean start.
Let us know ...
Don't forget to do a new configuration save when it is all setup!! (should you 
ever have to "go back").
Keith WE6R Elecraft Tech.

On 6/15/2020 12:07 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu and FPF 
firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the  DSP when it restarted  the 
radio for some reason it didn't  recognize  the 2.88 version  it had just 
installed.  You know  question marks ??.?? For the installed version  for the  
DSP. The others  look  ok. And I get the ERR AT3. I have not searched  yet for 
other trouble codes.  I am at work right now.  I will  look at it again  when I 
get home.  I have  been  going through the release notes but  there is a lot to 
 go through. I will  look into  the parameter reset  also. I will  let you know 
how it goes.

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 1:54:34 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
; 
ki4...@msn.com ; 
supp...@elecraft.com 

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

Hi Joe;
That is a HUGE jump! ( from 1.96 to 5.67. The oldest I have seen come in
was 1.30!!)
It is rare, but I have seen a glitch or two in extreme jumps.
One is the ADC REF gets set to an invalid voltage of 4.00 which is OUT
of RANGE!!
Also any saved configs you might load could be an issue if you re-load.

I can send you some in-between FW, but it is a LOT OF WORK and is NO
guarantee that glitch won't happen.
Is there some feature that you are specifically avoiding??
If you don't go with the latest, the Manual etc will not match, nor
would any discussion with CS or other folks that are current.
Reading the release notes is an excellent idea if you want to look for
something specific, or ask me or CS.

I *HIGHLY* recommend loading the latest FW and then after do a
"Parameter RESET", (EE-INIT-ialization), and then setup and calibrate
from SCRATCH.
(IE don't load an old config).
**That is what I do in repairs (after checking with customer) for such a
large jump in FW.
Also, that old of a radio will need gold pins and MANY hardware updates,
feel free to send it in so I can get my hands on it, hi hi!
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech



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Re: [Elecraft] K4 cables

[Drew AF2Z]

Cables can also be assembled without need of special tools. There are 
lots of options for shielding (check out the various FTP and UTP 
varieties), outdoor jacketing, buriable, etc., plus any custom length 
you might want to make up.


73,
Drew
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On 06/15/20 13:47, Neil Zampella wrote:

Probably not .. but you can get CAT6 cable (which will work with CAT5
connections) at Amazon at various cable lengths if you don't have one
lying around.

https://tinyurl.com/ycrsycwg

Neil, KN3ILZ

On 6/15/2020 11:12 AM, Joseph Trombino, Jr wrote:

Howdy Gang.

Does anyone know if the K4 will ship with an Ethernet cable?

    73, Joe W2KJ
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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Keith Trinity WE6R]

At this point, I would do the reset, then set RS232 to 38400 to continue 
on with the DSP load. (reset puts it at 4800 which is SLOW).
Then Reset again after FP & DSP have loaded, if you have a sub, you will 
have to turn it on in config menu, then cycle power, then load DSP2.

Then a reset again after all FW is loaded.
Then you will have to setup filters, options and do the TX gain cal.
The K3 kit build manual has all of that.  It will give you confidence 
you have a clean start.

Let us know ...
Don't forget to do a new configuration save when it is all setup!! 
(should you ever have to "go back").

Keith WE6R Elecraft Tech.

On 6/15/2020 12:07 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu and 
FPF firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the DSP when it 
restarted  the radio for some reason it didn't recognize  the 2.88 
version  it had just installed.  You know question marks ??.?? For the 
installed version  for the  DSP. The others  look  ok. And I get the 
ERR AT3. I have not searched  yet for other trouble codes.  I am at 
work right now. I will  look at it again  when I get home.  I have  
been  going through the release notes but  there is a lot to  go 
through. I will  look into  the parameter reset  also. I will  let you 
know how it goes.


Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


*From:* Keith Trinity WE6R 
*Sent:* Monday, June 15, 2020 1:54:34 PM
*To:* elecraft@mailman.qth.net ; 
ki4...@msn.com ; supp...@elecraft.com 


*Subject:* Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN
Hi Joe;
That is a HUGE jump! ( from 1.96 to 5.67. The oldest I have seen come in
was 1.30!!)
It is rare, but I have seen a glitch or two in extreme jumps.
One is the ADC REF gets set to an invalid voltage of 4.00 which is OUT
of RANGE!!
Also any saved configs you might load could be an issue if you re-load.

I can send you some in-between FW, but it is a LOT OF WORK and is NO
guarantee that glitch won't happen.
Is there some feature that you are specifically avoiding??
If you don't go with the latest, the Manual etc will not match, nor
would any discussion with CS or other folks that are current.
Reading the release notes is an excellent idea if you want to look for
something specific, or ask me or CS.

I *HIGHLY* recommend loading the latest FW and then after do a
"Parameter RESET", (EE-INIT-ialization), and then setup and calibrate
from SCRATCH.
(IE don't load an old config).
**That is what I do in repairs (after checking with customer) for such a
large jump in FW.
Also, that old of a radio will need gold pins and MANY hardware updates,
feel free to send it in so I can get my hands on it, hi hi!
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech




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[Elecraft] K3S & Panodapter

[Terry Erhardt]

I am looking for a K3S and P3, for sale. Thanks W8TJE
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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Joseph McIntire]

Yes that is  what happened  I just  loaded  the latest FW the mcu and FPF 
firmware  update  went well but when it loaded the  DSP when it restarted  the 
radio for some reason it didn't  recognize  the 2.88 version  it had just 
installed.  You know  question marks ??.?? For the installed version  for the  
DSP. The others  look  ok. And I get the ERR AT3. I have not searched  yet for 
other trouble codes.  I am at work right now.  I will  look at it again  when I 
get home.  I have  been  going through the release notes but  there is a lot to 
 go through. I will  look into  the parameter reset  also. I will  let you know 
how it goes.

Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone


From: Keith Trinity WE6R 
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 1:54:34 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net ; ki4...@msn.com 
; supp...@elecraft.com 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

Hi Joe;
That is a HUGE jump! ( from 1.96 to 5.67. The oldest I have seen come in
was 1.30!!)
It is rare, but I have seen a glitch or two in extreme jumps.
One is the ADC REF gets set to an invalid voltage of 4.00 which is OUT
of RANGE!!
Also any saved configs you might load could be an issue if you re-load.

I can send you some in-between FW, but it is a LOT OF WORK and is NO
guarantee that glitch won't happen.
Is there some feature that you are specifically avoiding??
If you don't go with the latest, the Manual etc will not match, nor
would any discussion with CS or other folks that are current.
Reading the release notes is an excellent idea if you want to look for
something specific, or ask me or CS.

I *HIGHLY* recommend loading the latest FW and then after do a
"Parameter RESET", (EE-INIT-ialization), and then setup and calibrate
from SCRATCH.
(IE don't load an old config).
**That is what I do in repairs (after checking with customer) for such a
large jump in FW.
Also, that old of a radio will need gold pins and MANY hardware updates,
feel free to send it in so I can get my hands on it, hi hi!
Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech


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Re: [Elecraft] Firmware, K3, large jump AB3JN

[Keith Trinity WE6R]

Hi Joe;
That is a HUGE jump! ( from 1.96 to 5.67. The oldest I have seen come in 
was 1.30!!)

It is rare, but I have seen a glitch or two in extreme jumps.
One is the ADC REF gets set to an invalid voltage of 4.00 which is OUT 
of RANGE!!

Also any saved configs you might load could be an issue if you re-load.

I can send you some in-between FW, but it is a LOT OF WORK and is NO 
guarantee that glitch won't happen.

Is there some feature that you are specifically avoiding??
If you don't go with the latest, the Manual etc will not match, nor 
would any discussion with CS or other folks that are current.
Reading the release notes is an excellent idea if you want to look for 
something specific, or ask me or CS.


I *HIGHLY* recommend loading the latest FW and then after do a 
"Parameter RESET", (EE-INIT-ialization), and then setup and calibrate 
from SCRATCH.

(IE don't load an old config).
**That is what I do in repairs (after checking with customer) for such a 
large jump in FW.
Also, that old of a radio will need gold pins and MANY hardware updates, 
feel free to send it in so I can get my hands on it, hi hi!

Keith WE6R, Elecraft K3 Tech


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Re: [Elecraft] K4 cables

[Neil Zampella]

Probably not .. but you can get CAT6 cable (which will work with CAT5
connections) at Amazon at various cable lengths if you don't have one
lying around.

https://tinyurl.com/ycrsycwg

Neil, KN3ILZ

On 6/15/2020 11:12 AM, Joseph Trombino, Jr wrote:

Howdy Gang.

Does anyone know if the K4 will ship with an Ethernet cable?

73, Joe W2KJ
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 cables

[Brian Broggie]

Hi, Joseph!

Our plan is to have a 10' shielded ethernet cable available on our website
as a K4 option.

Thanks for asking!


Brian Broggie
K4 Program Manager at Elecraft, Inc.

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On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 8:14 AM Joseph Trombino, Jr 
wrote:

> Howdy Gang.
>
> Does anyone know if the K4 will ship with an Ethernet cable?
>
> 73, Joe W2KJ
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Re: [Elecraft] NJQRP Skeeter Hunt 2020

[Walter Underwood]

Let me Google that for you.

NJQRP Skeeter Hunt 


Yes, the announcement was totally mysterious with no links to helpful 
information.

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

> On Jun 15, 2020, at 7:46 AM, John Boedeker via Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> Ok ok you have my attention now.  What the heck?  You lost my on the first 
> Skeeter Hunt reference.  What is Skeeter Hunting?  I’m a poor lost soul.  
> Just getting back into ham radio.  The other day I was fortunate enough to 
> part with my hard earned cash and order a spanking brand new KX3/PX3 shack in 
> a pack loaded to the max.  Haven’t got it yet.. I’m ready to rock and roll 
> then comes along Skeeter Hunting.  Well, can  you educate this old fart?  
> What is Skeeter Hunting?  
>> On Jun 15, 2020, at 5:39 AM, Larry Makoski  wrote:
>> 
>> Skeeter Hunters!
>> 
>> The Ninth Annual NJQRP Skeeter Hunt is set for Sunday, August 16th.
>> 
>> A word about Skeeter Hunt numbers as I'm already receiving e-mail requests.
>> Tradition is that Skeeter Hunt numbers are issued as of the First Day of
>> Summer - which this year is NEXT Saturday, June. ONLY e-mail requests sent
>> as of 12:01 AM Saturday EDTwill be honored.
>> 
>> "Why/ What difference does it make?" you may well ask yourself. The answer
>> is simple - it gives eveyone interested an equal opportunity to acquire a
>> lower number. To some that's no big deal, but to others it's a very big
>> deal - so everyone gets the same chance. And it also adds another level of
>> participation that keeps YOU in the game, so to speak.
>> 
>> Why new numbers every year and not the same one year after year like other
>> contests? Because not everyone can participate each year - family
>> commitments or vacations or other things come up that prevent people from
>> participating.
>> 
>> So folks, start pouring in those e-mails to w2lj...@gmail.com AFTER
>> Midnight when this coming Friday turns into Saturday, here in NJ. And as
>> always, please, please, PLEASE include your call sign, your name (that you
>> will use when operating) and the State or Province that you will be
>> operating from.
>> 
>> Hope to hear from you all real soon!
>> 
>> Larry W2LJ
>> 
>> NJQRP Skeeter Hunt Contest Manager
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[Elecraft] FS Remote Rig Setup RRC-1258 MkII

[NS9I WI]

*I have two RRC's with all the cables, one remote and one control unit. 
These are setup for remoteing two K3's locally or across the world. The 
control unit has the WIFI board installed. All the information is 
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$400 shipped USPS Priority Mail Conus - PayPal or USPS Money Order 
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Re: [Elecraft] White noise on K3transmit

[Don Wilhelm]

Mike,

Start your investigation simply:
Look at the deflection on the ALC meter.  If you do not have 5 to 7 bars 
flashing on voice peaks, you are not driving the audio enough.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 6/14/2020 10:58 AM, Mike Furrey wrote:

I just set up to operate in the 6 meter contest and after no contacts, trying 
with two different microphones (first the Elecraft mic, then a Heil mic) on the 
front panel, a check with a local said he only hears white noise when I 
transmit. I am missing something. I am transmitting into a 2 element quad. Both 
the K3 meter and Daiwa meter shows 1.2 SWR and Forward power out varies with my 
speech. I switched radios to Icom 7200 and I am well heard.


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[Elecraft] Best Audio Interfaces 2020?

[Eric KG6MZS]

Hello All,

I just scanned the archives for recommendations on a good external USB audio 
interface for sound card digital. In 2017 Jim (K9YC) recommended two (ASUS and 
Newmark) that are no longer available. 

What are the current favs that are out there now?

TIA,
Eric
KG6MZS

> 
> Buy the ASUS or the Numark here. 
> 
>   
> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=asus%20u5&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=
>  
> 
> 
> https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/639303-REG/Numark_STEREO%7CIO_Stereo_iO_USB.html
>  
> 
> 
> 73, Jim K9YC 
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[Elecraft] White noise on K3transmit

[Mike Furrey]

I just set up to operate in the 6 meter contest and after no contacts, trying 
with two different microphones (first the Elecraft mic, then a Heil mic) on the 
front panel, a check with a local said he only hears white noise when I 
transmit. I am missing something. I am transmitting into a 2 element quad. Both 
the K3 meter and Daiwa meter shows 1.2 SWR and Forward power out varies with my 
speech. I switched radios to Icom 7200 and I am well heard.

So, I am missing something. I scrolled through the menu and did not see 
anything obvious. Any help please?

73, Mike WA5POK
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[Elecraft] Problem found - sound card in the trash

[N4ZR]

It was, after all, my >10 year old Encore USB sound card - now sold by 
Star Tech - that was causing the problem


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Re: [Elecraft] K3S - No high power output - Low power OK

[Ben Gelb]

Hi Ken -

I had a similar issue with my K3S in May (SN 11272 - very similar age).

I detailed it in this thread:
http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2020-May/275684.html

It ended up that R5 on the KPA3A board (part of QSK T/R switching
circuit) had a broken solder connection due to the fact that the
component does not match the footprint mechanically on the PCB, and so
a solid connection is basically impossible (Elecraft confirmed this
was a problem with Rev D of the KPA3A, which I have, and that it was
corrected in Rev E). I was able to fix it by moving the component
slightly to borrow some PCB copper from an adjacent component.

In my case I found that the problem affected transmit (as you
describe) but also receive. If I dialed the power knob up and down
across the low/high power threshold while listening on a busy band,
I'd hear all the noise go quiet when I moved to high power and the PA
switched in. It was also intermittent, at least initially - I guess
thermal heating/cooling made the bad connection go in and out. So this
may be a good debugging step to try to determine if it is the same
problem.

Good luck debugging your issue. I will be interested to learn if it is
the same problem.

73,
Ben

On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 8:30 AM Ken Bolin  wrote:
>
> My K3S is about 3 years old and is S/N 11185. It has operated flawlessly
> since it got out of the box.
>
>
>
> I was using it this weekend in the VHF contest and operated perfectly until
> Sunday afternoon. I took a break for dinner and came back about two hours
> later and found that I had no power output. The radio was left on during
> that time. There was no indication that there was a power surge of any kind
> and there was no smell of anything electrical. Since I wasn't transmitting
> during that time, there was no SWR issue.
>
>
>
> After doing some initial troubleshooting, I found that the rig worked
> perfectly at low power but when I go above 9 watts (12 watts on HF) I get no
> output. The display indicates two dashes where the SWR is displayed and the
> power indicates 0.0 W.  When I try to transmit with higher power, the red TX
> light comes on steady and the K3S also keys my amplifier properly. I've
> tried it on several bands with the same results.
>
>
>
> The only other thing of interest is that when I came back to the rig after
> dinner, the rig tried to transmit in CW while receiving in TX Data. I did
> not leave it in that configuration. That may indicate that something my have
> happened with the S/W settings.
>
>
>
> Any suggestions of where to start looking
>
>
>
> Thanks
>
> Ken W1NG
>
> w...@snet.net
>
>
>
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] intermittent RF path interruption

[Ben Gelb]

Just to close the loop.

Elecraft (Keith, WE6R) confirmed that this issue has been observed on
other units. The design problem leading to this issue was corrected in
the layout of Rev E of the KPA3A (I have Rev D, which is affected by
the problem). He indicated additionally that while R5 has been
observed to fail, R6 and R12 have not been (even though they have the
same mechanical mismatch as R5).

Moving over R5 to borrow from the copper pad near C17 was his
recommendation to fix the issue (similar to what I did).

73,
Ben


On Thu, Apr 30, 2020 at 10:19 PM Ben Gelb  wrote:
>
> And now the exciting conclusion
>
> I decided the most likely spot for the problem to exist was in the T/R
> switching circuit in the KPA3A. Schematic on pg. 46 of
> https://ftp.elecraft.com/K3S/Manuals%20Downloads/E740323%20K3s%20Schematic%20Files.pdf.
>
> I removed the KPA3A to take some pictures and figure out how to probe
> some points of interest, then re-installed it, and took following
> measurements:
>
> Drain of Q4 - 0.25V during RX, 122V during TX
> Drain of Q6 - 13.7V during RX, 0.24V during TX
>
> ... so far seems reasonable ...
>
> Measured both sides of L3 and saw 7.42V during RX. Also seems reasonable.
> Then measured both sides of L1 and saw that it appeared to be floating... 
> h.
>
> L1 and L3 should basically see identical voltages during RX. L1 should
> not be floating. This means that there's no DC voltage being applied
> to D2 or D5 anode. That would mean no connection from antenna input to
> either PA output or RX path. Fits the problem description.
>
> I took the KPA3A back out again and did some continuity checking.
> Shortly I was able to discover that one of the ends of R5 (facing L1)
> had a failed solder joint to the PCB. When I touched it with the
> probe, the bad end actually came completely free and lifted up off of
> the PCB. After starting at it for another minute, I realized that
> there is a mismatch between the component package size and the
> footprint on the PCB. The pad spacing on the PCB is too narrow, and
> even when perfectly centered, there is almost no overlap of the
> package pins on the resistor and the solder pads that it is supposed
> to attach to. This is also true of R6 and R12 (though they seem to be
> connected, at least for now - though notably R12 has a green wire
> attached to one end).
>
> This seems like an assembly defect. Doesn't seem very surprising that
> with a poor mechanical connection that the solder joint would not hang
> on. Maybe it can (or already has been in a later run?) be corrected by
> selecting a resistor that has a package that matches the PCB
> footprint? Seems likely to me that more KPA3As out there would fail
> similarly.
>
> I noted by contrast that R18 uses the same package as the R5, R6 and
> R12 components, but appears to have a PCB footprint that correctly
> aligns with the component.
>
> Anyhow, I removed R5 and soldered it back on (turning it at a slight
> angle, and borrowing the nearby pad of C17 to ensure it had a good
> solder connection). Now all seems to be well again. Hear lots of
> signals on RX w/ amp inline an make power out on TX. Hooray!
>
> Here are a few pix of the adventure. Hopefully they might be helpful
> to someone else.
> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kP9cR6HbBqP1Xy35QOOd945Bm2KgYW7T
>
> 73,
> Ben N1VF
>
> On Thu, Apr 30, 2020 at 8:07 AM Ben Gelb  wrote:
> >
> > I realized that the "Tune" wattage was set high enough to always
> > switch the PA in, even when the power was dialed down to <12W.
> >
> > With that corrected, I now see consistent behavior.
> >
> > When KPA3 gets into "bad" state, I see no power out and hear no signal
> > on receive. Dialing the power down to <12W results in the "clack" of
> > the KPA3 bypass relays and immediately restores operation (albeit at
> > QRP levels). Dialing the power up and down across the 12W mark makes
> > the receive go in and out (no receive w/ KPA3 inline). Turning power
> > on and off does not clear the fault - still persists after it comes
> > back up. It does eventually resolve itself though and operate normally
> > for a while. But have yet to determine a reliable means to "fix" it on
> > demand.
> >
> > But it is clearly a problem in the KPA3 and not the base K3S, since
> > all is cured once the KPA3 is bypassed.
> >
> > I have now reproduced this on multiple HF bands as well, so not just a
> > six meter problem.
> >
> > I started digging into the schematics. T/R circuit in the KPA3 seems
> > like the obvious place to start. Though I can't really see how a
> > single component failure in there would cause what I'm describing (in
> > particular the "memory" effect that causes the problem to manifest for
> > a while and then go away).
> >
> > I probed the 7T and 7R voltages on connector P68A (easily accessible
> > w/ top lid removed from rig). Looks fine - about 6V on either when in
> > TX or RX, respectively, and ~0.3V when complemented. Also confirmed 5V
> > is

[Elecraft] K3S - No high power output - Low power OK

[Ken Bolin]

My K3S is about 3 years old and is S/N 11185. It has operated flawlessly
since it got out of the box.

 

I was using it this weekend in the VHF contest and operated perfectly until
Sunday afternoon. I took a break for dinner and came back about two hours
later and found that I had no power output. The radio was left on during
that time. There was no indication that there was a power surge of any kind
and there was no smell of anything electrical. Since I wasn't transmitting
during that time, there was no SWR issue.

 

After doing some initial troubleshooting, I found that the rig worked
perfectly at low power but when I go above 9 watts (12 watts on HF) I get no
output. The display indicates two dashes where the SWR is displayed and the
power indicates 0.0 W.  When I try to transmit with higher power, the red TX
light comes on steady and the K3S also keys my amplifier properly. I've
tried it on several bands with the same results.

 

The only other thing of interest is that when I came back to the rig after
dinner, the rig tried to transmit in CW while receiving in TX Data. I did
not leave it in that configuration. That may indicate that something my have
happened with the S/W settings.

 

Any suggestions of where to start looking

 

Thanks

Ken W1NG

w...@snet.net

 

 

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[Elecraft] K4 cables

[Joseph Trombino, Jr]

Howdy Gang.

Does anyone know if the K4 will ship with an Ethernet cable?

73, Joe W2KJ
I QRP, therefore I am
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Re: [Elecraft] NJQRP Skeeter Hunt 2020

[Gwen Patton]

It's a QRP contest, John. Here's a webpage:
http://w2lj.blogspot.com/p/njqrp-skeeter-hunt.html

I'll have to read about this, but I may be interested myself, so I should
probably get my request for a number in.

-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
73,
Gwen, NG3P


On Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 10:48 AM John Boedeker via Elecraft <
elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:

> Ok ok you have my attention now.  What the heck?  You lost my on the first
> Skeeter Hunt reference.  What is Skeeter Hunting?  I’m a poor lost soul.
> Just getting back into ham radio.  The other day I was fortunate enough to
> part with my hard earned cash and order a spanking brand new KX3/PX3 shack
> in a pack loaded to the max.  Haven’t got it yet.. I’m ready to rock and
> roll then comes along Skeeter Hunting.  Well, can  you educate this old
> fart?  What is Skeeter Hunting?
> > On Jun 15, 2020, at 5:39 AM, Larry Makoski  wrote:
> >
> > Skeeter Hunters!
> >
> > The Ninth Annual NJQRP Skeeter Hunt is set for Sunday, August 16th.
> >
> > A word about Skeeter Hunt numbers as I'm already receiving e-mail
> requests.
> > Tradition is that Skeeter Hunt numbers are issued as of the First Day of
> > Summer - which this year is NEXT Saturday, June. ONLY e-mail requests
> sent
> > as of 12:01 AM Saturday EDTwill be honored.
> >
> > "Why/ What difference does it make?" you may well ask yourself. The
> answer
> > is simple - it gives eveyone interested an equal opportunity to acquire a
> > lower number. To some that's no big deal, but to others it's a very big
> > deal - so everyone gets the same chance. And it also adds another level
> of
> > participation that keeps YOU in the game, so to speak.
> >
> > Why new numbers every year and not the same one year after year like
> other
> > contests? Because not everyone can participate each year - family
> > commitments or vacations or other things come up that prevent people from
> > participating.
> >
> > So folks, start pouring in those e-mails to w2lj...@gmail.com AFTER
> > Midnight when this coming Friday turns into Saturday, here in NJ. And as
> > always, please, please, PLEASE include your call sign, your name (that
> you
> > will use when operating) and the State or Province that you will be
> > operating from.
> >
> > Hope to hear from you all real soon!
> >
> > Larry W2LJ
> >
> > NJQRP Skeeter Hunt Contest Manager
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Ed G]

Hi Larry,
 Yes, exact same problem is there with a known good dummy load in place of 
the Steppir yagi I normally use.
--Ed—


Sent from Mail for Windows 10

From: Larry (K8UT)
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2020 10:09 AM
To: Ed G; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

Ed,

Not seeing that here. SWR value unchanged at 10, 20, 30, 35 watts of 
drive. Suggest you test into a dummy load to see if the problem goes 
away, which would suggest some issue with power level into the feedline 
or antenna.

-larry (K8UT)


-- Original Message --
From: "Ed G" 
To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" 
Sent: 2020-06-15 9:48:55 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

>Folks,
>  I am trying to understand some odd KPA1500 operation on 6 meters.  When 
> setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of drive to the 
> KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 changing by a 
> significant amount depending on the drive level.  This is with the KPA1500 
> tuner bypassed. An LP-100A on the output of the KPA1500 is also used and 
> displays the correct low SWR at all drive levels that I would expect to be 
> seeing on the KPA1500 display.
>  For example, with 5 watts drive from the K3, I see 1.3 SWR on the 
> LP-100, and 2.5:1 on the KPA1500 display.  As I increase drive, the KPA1500 
> SWR display goes down proportionally, until I get to about 40 watts drive. At 
> the 40 watt drive level, I am seeing a nice healthy 1600 watts output, and 
> both the LP-100 and the KPA1500 are showing the same 1.3 SWR.  15 watts drive 
> shows 1.3 on the LP100 and 2.0:1 on the KPA1500 display. So I am not sure why 
> the SWR sensing and display in the KPA1500 is behaving this way?  I do not 
> see this oddity on any other bands.
>  I might also add that attempting to get the KPA1500 internal tuner to 
> bring down the high SWR as seen on the KPA1500 results in a drop in SWR 
> displayed on the KPA1500 to where SWR almost equals that on the LP-100, but 
> using the tuner I would expect that to be even better.
>--Ed—
>
>
>
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[Elecraft] K160RX K2 160 Meter and 2nd Ant Option for sale

[w4sc]

UNBUILT  K160RX K2 160 Meter and 2nd Ant Option kit for sale.  

Parts inventoried this AM.  Complete.  You get to build it.  Another closet 
find!

$75 includes shipping US.

Contact off list for payment options.

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Re: [Elecraft] NJQRP Skeeter Hunt 2020

[John Boedeker via Elecraft]

Ok ok you have my attention now.  What the heck?  You lost my on the first 
Skeeter Hunt reference.  What is Skeeter Hunting?  I’m a poor lost soul.  Just 
getting back into ham radio.  The other day I was fortunate enough to part with 
my hard earned cash and order a spanking brand new KX3/PX3 shack in a pack 
loaded to the max.  Haven’t got it yet.. I’m ready to rock and roll then comes 
along Skeeter Hunting.  Well, can  you educate this old fart?  What is Skeeter 
Hunting?  
> On Jun 15, 2020, at 5:39 AM, Larry Makoski  wrote:
> 
> Skeeter Hunters!
> 
> The Ninth Annual NJQRP Skeeter Hunt is set for Sunday, August 16th.
> 
> A word about Skeeter Hunt numbers as I'm already receiving e-mail requests.
> Tradition is that Skeeter Hunt numbers are issued as of the First Day of
> Summer - which this year is NEXT Saturday, June. ONLY e-mail requests sent
> as of 12:01 AM Saturday EDTwill be honored.
> 
> "Why/ What difference does it make?" you may well ask yourself. The answer
> is simple - it gives eveyone interested an equal opportunity to acquire a
> lower number. To some that's no big deal, but to others it's a very big
> deal - so everyone gets the same chance. And it also adds another level of
> participation that keeps YOU in the game, so to speak.
> 
> Why new numbers every year and not the same one year after year like other
> contests? Because not everyone can participate each year - family
> commitments or vacations or other things come up that prevent people from
> participating.
> 
> So folks, start pouring in those e-mails to w2lj...@gmail.com AFTER
> Midnight when this coming Friday turns into Saturday, here in NJ. And as
> always, please, please, PLEASE include your call sign, your name (that you
> will use when operating) and the State or Province that you will be
> operating from.
> 
> Hope to hear from you all real soon!
> 
> Larry W2LJ
> 
> NJQRP Skeeter Hunt Contest Manager
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Re: [Elecraft] MFJ 1234

[A Kiddoo]

Been there done that. In one word - DON’T. RigPi only gives you remote control 
of VFO. All other radio control is via on/off functions that you have to 
program in code. Audio is iffy at best using mumble. This thing is a 
compilation of free software loosely glued together under a slick looking web 
interface. I sold mine at a $75 loss just to get rid of it. You can setup a Pi 
with Flrig and other programs and have more control for free.

Allen Kiddoo
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Larry (K8UT)]

Ed,

Not seeing that here. SWR value unchanged at 10, 20, 30, 35 watts of 
drive. Suggest you test into a dummy load to see if the problem goes 
away, which would suggest some issue with power level into the feedline 
or antenna.


-larry (K8UT)


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Sent: 2020-06-15 9:48:55 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters


Folks,
 I am trying to understand some odd KPA1500 operation on 6 meters.  When 
setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of drive to the 
KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 changing by a significant 
amount depending on the drive level.  This is with the KPA1500 tuner bypassed. 
An LP-100A on the output of the KPA1500 is also used and displays the correct 
low SWR at all drive levels that I would expect to be seeing on the KPA1500 
display.
 For example, with 5 watts drive from the K3, I see 1.3 SWR on the LP-100, 
and 2.5:1 on the KPA1500 display.  As I increase drive, the KPA1500 SWR display 
goes down proportionally, until I get to about 40 watts drive. At the 40 watt 
drive level, I am seeing a nice healthy 1600 watts output, and both the LP-100 
and the KPA1500 are showing the same 1.3 SWR.  15 watts drive shows 1.3 on the 
LP100 and 2.0:1 on the KPA1500 display. So I am not sure why the SWR sensing 
and display in the KPA1500 is behaving this way?  I do not see this oddity on 
any other bands.
 I might also add that attempting to get the KPA1500 internal tuner to 
bring down the high SWR as seen on the KPA1500 results in a drop in SWR 
displayed on the KPA1500 to where SWR almost equals that on the LP-100, but 
using the tuner I would expect that to be even better.
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[Elecraft] KPA1500 Operation on 6 Meters

[Ed G]

Folks,
 I am trying to understand some odd KPA1500 operation on 6 meters.  When 
setting the power output of my K3 to give varying amounts of drive to the 
KPA1500, I am seeing SWR as displayed on the KPA1500 changing by a significant 
amount depending on the drive level.  This is with the KPA1500 tuner bypassed. 
An LP-100A on the output of the KPA1500 is also used and displays the correct 
low SWR at all drive levels that I would expect to be seeing on the KPA1500 
display.
 For example, with 5 watts drive from the K3, I see 1.3 SWR on the LP-100, 
and 2.5:1 on the KPA1500 display.  As I increase drive, the KPA1500 SWR display 
goes down proportionally, until I get to about 40 watts drive. At the 40 watt 
drive level, I am seeing a nice healthy 1600 watts output, and both the LP-100 
and the KPA1500 are showing the same 1.3 SWR.  15 watts drive shows 1.3 on the 
LP100 and 2.0:1 on the KPA1500 display. So I am not sure why the SWR sensing 
and display in the KPA1500 is behaving this way?  I do not see this oddity on 
any other bands.
 I might also add that attempting to get the KPA1500 internal tuner to 
bring down the high SWR as seen on the KPA1500 results in a drop in SWR 
displayed on the KPA1500 to where SWR almost equals that on the LP-100, but 
using the tuner I would expect that to be even better.
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[Bill Steffey NY9H]

DOES k3 xmit ssb with a mic in usb ?

what mode ( TXDATA) are you using ...

usually when I have that symptom, turns out that computer sound card is 
NOT putting out TX audio to rig.



On 6/15/2020 4:04 AM, G4BVH wrote:

Hi,

  


I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.

  


I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.

  


A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
transmitting: the red TX LED was lit, it was not in TEST mode (TX not
flashing) but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
- 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.

  


The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
level  is set but there is no RF coming out.

  


I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
that required.

  


The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
audio monitoring as normal.

  


I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.

  


The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.

  


TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.

  


Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.

  


Very many thanks and 73,

  


Peter, G4BVH

  

  






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Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3 Problem with WSJT-X?

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

It seems at least possible that the polyphonic audio bleat is being 
produced by feedback somehow occurring between LIN IN and LIN OUT on

the KIO3.  Two possibilities - either the sound card has failed in
this peculiar way, or there is some setting, either in my WIN 10
computer's sound settings or in the K3's settings, that is causing
the coupling between LIN IN and LIN out.

Assuming your USB sound device is *NOT* the Windows Default device:

Open the Windows Sound Control Panel, select the USB Sound device,
select recording -> Listen and make sure "Listen to this device"
is *NOT* checked.

Open Windows Sound Control Panel, select the USB Sound device, select
playback -> levels and make sure any "microphone" input is muted.


If I pull that line from the sound card's LIN IN jack, then the FT8
audio in the monitor sounds completely normal.


If you pull the line from the sound card's LIN IN jack, there should
be *NO AUDIO*.  Do you have another sound card connected to the mic
input?  Is MENU:MIC+LIN = ON?  Are you using DATA:DATA_A or are you
using USB?

73,

   ... Joe, W4TV


On 2020-06-15 8:37 AM, N4ZR wrote:
I am trying to diagnose a problem with my K3/KIO3 which surfaced during 
the ARRL VHF contest.  Previously, I had used this setup for hundreds of 
QSOs on HF.


I am using an external Startec USB soundcard.  The KIO3 IN jack is 
cabled to the speaker output of the soundcard.  The KIO3 OUT jack is 
cabled to the soundcard's LIN IN jack.  Now here's the problem.  When I 
transmit with all cables connected, and listen to the monitor on the 
headphones, I hear a tremendous blast of polyphonic audio so long as the 
KIO3 OUT line is connected to the soundcard.  If I pull that line from 
the sound card's LIN IN jack, then the FT8 audio in the monitor sounds 
completely normal.


It seems at least possible that the polyphonic audio bleat is being 
produced by feedback somehow occurring between LIN IN and LIN OUT on the 
KIO3.  Two possibilities - either the sound card has failed in this 
peculiar way, or there is some setting, either in my WIN 10 computer's 
sound settings or in the K3's settings, that is causing the coupling 
between LIN IN and LIN out.


Any suggestions gratefully received


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[Elecraft] K3 KIO3 Problem with WSJT-X?

[N4ZR]

I am trying to diagnose a problem with my K3/KIO3 which surfaced during 
the ARRL VHF contest.  Previously, I had used this setup for hundreds of 
QSOs on HF.


I am using an external Startec USB soundcard.  The KIO3 IN jack is 
cabled to the speaker output of the soundcard.  The KIO3 OUT jack is 
cabled to the soundcard's LIN IN jack.  Now here's the problem.  When I 
transmit with all cables connected, and listen to the monitor on the 
headphones, I hear a tremendous blast of polyphonic audio so long as the 
KIO3 OUT line is connected to the soundcard.  If I pull that line from 
the sound card's LIN IN jack, then the FT8 audio in the monitor sounds 
completely normal.


It seems at least possible that the polyphonic audio bleat is being 
produced by feedback somehow occurring between LIN IN and LIN OUT on the 
KIO3.  Two possibilities - either the sound card has failed in this 
peculiar way, or there is some setting, either in my WIN 10 computer's 
sound settings or in the K3's settings, that is causing the coupling 
between LIN IN and LIN out.


Any suggestions gratefully received

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Re: [Elecraft] NJQRP Skeeter Hunt 2020

[Steven Budny via Elecraft]

Count me in.need a number please.kc1acl,Steven 


Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone


On Monday, June 15, 2020, 5:43 AM, Larry Makoski  wrote:

Skeeter Hunters!

The Ninth Annual NJQRP Skeeter Hunt is set for Sunday, August 16th.

A word about Skeeter Hunt numbers as I'm already receiving e-mail requests.
Tradition is that Skeeter Hunt numbers are issued as of the First Day of
Summer - which this year is NEXT Saturday, June. ONLY e-mail requests sent
as of 12:01 AM Saturday EDTwill be honored.

"Why/ What difference does it make?" you may well ask yourself. The answer
is simple - it gives eveyone interested an equal opportunity to acquire a
lower number. To some that's no big deal, but to others it's a very big
deal - so everyone gets the same chance. And it also adds another level of
participation that keeps YOU in the game, so to speak.

Why new numbers every year and not the same one year after year like other
contests? Because not everyone can participate each year - family
commitments or vacations or other things come up that prevent people from
participating.

So folks, start pouring in those e-mails to w2lj...@gmail.com AFTER
Midnight when this coming Friday turns into Saturday, here in NJ. And as
always, please, please, PLEASE include your call sign, your name (that you
will use when operating) and the State or Province that you will be
operating from.

Hope to hear from you all real soon!

Larry W2LJ

NJQRP Skeeter Hunt Contest Manager
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[Wes]

On 6/15/2020 1:10 AM, Dick Dievendorff wrote:

Is TX test on?

73 de Dick, K6KR


On Jun 15, 2020, at 01:06, G4BVH  wrote:

Hi,



I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.



I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.



A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
transmitting: the red TX LED was lit,_it was not in TEST mode (TX not 
flashing)_  but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
- 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.



The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
level  is set but there is no RF coming out.



I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
that required.



The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
audio monitoring as normal.



I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.



The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.



TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.



Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.



Very many thanks and 73,



Peter, G4BVH






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[Elecraft] NJQRP Skeeter Hunt 2020

[Larry Makoski]

Skeeter Hunters!

The Ninth Annual NJQRP Skeeter Hunt is set for Sunday, August 16th.

A word about Skeeter Hunt numbers as I'm already receiving e-mail requests.
Tradition is that Skeeter Hunt numbers are issued as of the First Day of
Summer - which this year is NEXT Saturday, June. ONLY e-mail requests sent
as of 12:01 AM Saturday EDTwill be honored.

"Why/ What difference does it make?" you may well ask yourself. The answer
is simple - it gives eveyone interested an equal opportunity to acquire a
lower number. To some that's no big deal, but to others it's a very big
deal - so everyone gets the same chance. And it also adds another level of
participation that keeps YOU in the game, so to speak.

Why new numbers every year and not the same one year after year like other
contests? Because not everyone can participate each year - family
commitments or vacations or other things come up that prevent people from
participating.

So folks, start pouring in those e-mails to w2lj...@gmail.com AFTER
Midnight when this coming Friday turns into Saturday, here in NJ. And as
always, please, please, PLEASE include your call sign, your name (that you
will use when operating) and the State or Province that you will be
operating from.

Hope to hear from you all real soon!

Larry W2LJ

NJQRP Skeeter Hunt Contest Manager
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[WILLIE BABER]

 I had a problem with no output, but the radio was keying. I reseated all 
cables going to the synthesizer, and rf output returned. 

73, Will, wj9b

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http://cwops.org/
 On Monday, June 15, 2020, 01:04:50 AM PDT, G4BVH  
wrote:  
 
 Hi,

 

I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.

 

I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.

 

A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
transmitting: the red TX LED was lit, it was not in TEST mode (TX not
flashing) but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
- 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.

 

The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
level  is set but there is no RF coming out.

 

I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
that required.

 

The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
audio monitoring as normal.

 

I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.

 

The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.

 

TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.

 

Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.

 

Very many thanks and 73,

 

Peter, G4BVH

 

 



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Re: [Elecraft] K3S with Remoterig RRC1258

[John Langdon]

Should be no difference between K3 or K3S.  The later model K3/0 minis have 
"K3S" on the front panel. See 
http://www.remoterig.com/downloads/RemoteRig_RRC1258-MkII_Users_manual-A40.pdf 
p 213 for setup for "Twin K3".  

73 John N5CQ


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Subject: [Elecraft] K3S with Remoterig RRC1258

Hi All

We have good success using a K3/0 mini to control a remote K3.

We would now like to extend the system and have the possibility to use a K3S as 
the control rig and/or a K3S as the remote rig.  I have, despite numerous 
searches, been able to discover the radio control connectivity for the K3S to 
the RRC at the control end or from the RRC to the K3S at the remote end.

I would be interested in hearing from anyone who has been successful in using a 
K3S at either end.

73

Roger - G4BVY   

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[Dick Dievendorff]

Is TX test on?

73 de Dick, K6KR

> On Jun 15, 2020, at 01:06, G4BVH  wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> 
> 
> I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
> have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
> reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
> here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.
> 
> 
> 
> I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
> flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
> fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.
> 
> 
> 
> A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
> hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
> transmitting: the red TX LED was lit, it was not in TEST mode (TX not
> flashing) but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
> definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
> power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
> - 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.
> 
> 
> 
> The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
> level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
> output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
> level  is set but there is no RF coming out.
> 
> 
> 
> I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
> that required.
> 
> 
> 
> The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
> audio monitoring as normal.
> 
> 
> 
> I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
> behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
> D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.
> 
> 
> 
> The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.
> 
> 
> 
> TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.
> 
> 
> 
> Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.
> 
> 
> 
> Very many thanks and 73,
> 
> 
> 
> Peter, G4BVH
> 
> 
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> 
> 
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[Elecraft] K3 - No RF output

[G4BVH]

Hi,

 

I have had a fault develop on my K3 whereby there is no RF being produced. I
have emailed the details to Elecraft support and am hoping to receive a
reply with suggestions. However, I thought I would also send the details
here in case anyone can suggest something to try or investigate further.

 

I have a K3, serial number 6482 which I built from a kit. It has worked
flawlessly since I built it. I have the 400Hz and 2.7kHz (2.8kHz?) filters
fitted and the 100W module but no other additions.

 

A few days ago, it was running 20W of FT8 and I suddenly discovered that it
hadn't been transmitting. Everything appeared that it should be
transmitting: the red TX LED was lit, it was not in TEST mode (TX not
flashing) but there was no RF output displayed on the bar graph and
definitely nothing coming out on any mode. There is no RF if I wind down the
power below the 10W level, there is the usual relay click going through 12W
- 13W and still no RF above this level, ie on towards 100W.

 

The K3 metering shows 13.5V and 0.84 on receive, 0.97A on the lower power
level setting and 1.18A on the higher power setting on transmit. The RF
output bar graph always displays 1 bar on transmit no matter what the power
level  is set but there is no RF coming out.

 

I tried the TX calibration but it fails saying the power level didn't reach
that required.

 

The receiver works fine and I can hear the CW side tone and SSB, AM and FM
audio monitoring as normal.

 

I have removed and reseated the front panel and also the 3 coax patch leads
behind the front panel but this made no difference. There is a yellow LED,
D33, on the main board which is lit on receive and goes out on transmit.

 

The latest firmware is installed - I updated this a month or so ago.

 

TX inhibit is OFF and the 20A breaker has not tripped.

 

Any thoughts or suggestions gratefully received.

 

Very many thanks and 73,

 

Peter, G4BVH

 

 



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[Elecraft] K3S with Remoterig RRC1258

[Roger Dixon]

Hi All

We have good success using a K3/0 mini to control a remote K3.

We would now like to extend the system and have the possibility to use a K3S
as the control rig and/or a K3S as the remote rig.  I have, despite numerous
searches, been able to discover the radio control connectivity for the K3S
to the RRC at the control end or from the RRC to the K3S at the remote end.

I would be interested in hearing from anyone who has been successful in
using a K3S at either end.

73

Roger - G4BVY   

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[Elecraft] Setting Compression and TXEQ

[Jim Brown]

On 6/14/2020 2:04 PM, oz6...@qsl.net wrote:

The only way I made it acceptable for him and others was dropping my 
Compression and Mic gain to much lower values, that is 10 for each.


First, the numbers on the readout are MEANINGLESS. What matters is the 
indicated compression on the bar graph on voice peaks.




I know I have a low tone in my voice, so I expected the Compression to be much 
higher,


it has nothing to do with low tones. What you need to do is to FIRST set 
TXEQ to -18 for the first three bands and to -6 fourth band, set the top 
two bands to about +3, with the others set to 0. Next, set COMP all the 
way off (0 setting), then, while speaking into the mic, adjust Mic Gain 
for meter indication of full power on voice peaks.Set the display to 
show compression, continue to speak, and turn up the COMP knob so that 
you see about 10 dB on voice peaks. That's the right setting.



but they say it causes a howling sound on their side.


Is it possible that you have MON turned up?  Can you listen to your own 
transmitter on another radio?


73, Jim K9YC





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