Re: [Elecraft] N-GEN replacement

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

The 2N5235B is .15 cents + postage at Digikey.  Better hurry they only have 
14,500 left.

73, AK5X-Bill
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> On Mar 30, 2024, at 4:56 PM, W3FPR  wrote:
> 
> Bruce,
> 
> You might try replacing the diode in the N-Gen.
> If that does not work, then look at the Noise Generator that N0SS (SK) 
> published.  It is available at
> http://www.mmccs.com/mmarc/n0ss/noise_source.pdf.
> If you have board etching capability, the board shown is full size - although 
> you can wire it point to point with only a board (or cardboard) to hold the 
> components.  I built one with no board at all (Wes Hayward's Micro 
> Mountaineer style), and it works fine.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
>> On 3/30/2024 4:41 PM, Bruce Rosen wrote:
>> I see that Elecraft no longer sells the N-GEN wide band noise generator.
>> My N-GEN, which I built in 2010, seems to function no longer, so I'm
>> looking for a suitable replacement.  Kit form is fine.
>> 
>> Any suggestions would be appreciated.
>> 
>> - Bruce K1FFX
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] RemoteRig distributors in USA?

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

www.remoterig.com

73, AK5X-Bill

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> On Feb 21, 2022, at 2:29 PM, Bill Coleman  wrote:
> 
> I recently obtained a second K3 and now I’m curious about remote operating 
> my home station K3. The RemoteRig RRC-1258MkII seems like a good solution, 
> but I’m having trouble finding anyone who carries it in the USA.
> 
> Elecraft used to sell, as well as HRO, but neither list this product.
> 
> Suggestions?
> 
> 
> Bill Coleman, AA4LR, PP-ASELMail: aa...@arrl.net
> Web: http://boringhamradiopart.blogspot.com
> Quote: "Not within a thousand years will man ever fly!"
>-- Wilbur Wright, 1901
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Re: [Elecraft] Reliable PL-259 UHF connector engagement

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

Hi George, I was over program services in Dallas back in the 1970’s for 
Southwestern Bell.  We provided the last mile for radio and TV remote 
operations.  I spent more than a little time handing off our end.   We also 
provided studio to transmitter links.  

I saw that tool in use at just about all the outlets.

Good times!!  I just lost my feed from CBS, help??

73,  Bill-AK5X


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> On Jul 29, 2020, at 3:59 PM, George Danner  wrote:
> 
>  Bill,
> Looks very similar. 
> 73
> George  AI4VZ
> 
> On 7/29/20 3:21 PM, William Hammond wrote:
>> Perhaps looking something like this one (BNC)?  
>> https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=6510
>> 
>> 73, Bill-AK5X
>> 
>>> On Jul 29, 2020, at 2:02 PM, George Danner  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Andy,
>>> 
>>> In the 60s & 70s, we had a screwdriver like tool for removing and inserting 
>>> PL-259 connectors in patch-bays in TV stations
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] web site down?

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

It must be a regional  issue again with Verizon (has happened before).  Working 
fine here with AT&T U-Verse in Dallas.
73,
Bill-AK5X



> On Aug 7, 2016, at 7:50 AM, David F. Reed  wrote:
> 
> I went this morning to try to see if there were any microcode updates, and at 
> first, I could only get the front page, so I thought I'd try later... when I 
> did, not even that would come up.
> 
> Is anyone else having the same problem? Know what's going on?
> 
> Thanks & 73 de W5SV - Dave
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 output power spikes

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

Hi John,
My power dances all over the place (my serial number is 00069).  Just had a 
quick QSO with the KPA500 indicating 560 watts at the beginning and then going 
down to 480 at the end.  That is typical.  My 12 volt supply drops to 12.2 on 
transmit, 13.3 on receive.  I have a long 12 volt  cable from the supply so  
“I" squared losses are understandable in the cable. Driving power from the K3 
is variable per band but typically set to 25 watts or so.  The QSO described 
above was on 17 Meters and the drive is 25 watts there for ~500 watts out or 
just below after stabilization. 

I remember the power fluctuation issue being discussed years ago on this 
reflector and it was explained that the power control uses a sampling and 
feedback loop that takes “time” to stabilize.  That said, I believe we are both 
experiencing some power fluctuation over 10% in a short period of time.  
Depending on the amplifiers we are using this could cause real downstream 
issues, like distorted signals, spurs or alarm faulting of smart amplifiers. 

Could we have some aging component that is aggravating this issue?  Our K3’s 
are among the oldest on the air. 

73,
Bill-AK5X



> On Feb 29, 2016, at 2:24 PM, John K1JD  wrote:
> 
> Hi All,
> My K3 SN #071 was purchased new November 2007. It’s had a few mods/upgrades 
> along the way and its firmware is current. 
> 
> Last Field Day 2015 at W5YA, the K3’s LPA failed after a close lightning 
> strike. I was able to successfully repair the LPA replacing both discrete and 
> SMD components. Performed a Pout calibration using the K3 Utility program 
> afterward and it passed.
> 
> My 9500 amplifier (driven by the K3) has had a few instances of a high plate 
> current faults since new in December 2010. These faults had been infrequent 
> enough to ignore. More recently though the problems have been occurring more 
> often. Swapping the tube did not help nor did careful inspection inside the 
> amplifier reveal anything.
> 
> Evidence that the problem is related to the K3 and not the amplifier 
> presented itself by accident a few days ago. I had the K3’s output set to 40w 
> and the Alpha was off. I inadvertently bumped the key and noted an 
> instantaneous output of 54w on the Powermaster II wattmeter. A few more dits, 
> and the power output settled back to 40w. Hmmm… if the amplifier had been in 
> line, the K3’s drive set for full legal limit and a first dit resulted in an 
> additional 30% drive, a high plate current fault might certainly happen.
> 
> This morning I was using the KPA500 amp with my K3’s power set to 28 watts. 
> After an early AM CW fix I left the station on, walked away and came back in 
> a few hours hours. On first dit the KPA’s instantaneous power showed 650w on 
> the Powermaster II and illuminated a red LED on the KPA500, then settled back 
> down to <500w. 
> 
> OK, so it IS the K3 causing the problem BUT the power output spikes occur 
> very infrequently. It’s difficult to nail down the cause or even the 
> conditions under which the problem is most likely to occur. 
> 
> Reading the archives, others have had power spike issues over the years. Is 
> there a known fix? I’ve looked briefly at Elecraft’s alerts and mods but 
> nothing jumps out.
> 
> 73,
> John K1JD
> Santa Fe, NM
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3EXREF Ext. Frequency Reference Input

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

No experience with that model but much information is available on line.  I 
bought the BG7TBL version and a distribution amplifier.  The Lady Heather 
software said it was accurate over several days to the 12th power...way beyond 
what I need.  I use the output for my HP frequency  counter and the K3.  Way 
beyond what we need but fun to play with.  If it doesn’t come with a antenna 
understand that the antenna has a powered LNA and will need power over the feed 
line, provided in the model I purchased.  These eBay versions vary due to the 
fact that they use salvaged parts so depending when it is manufactured it will 
have a different OCXO for GPS RX installed.  Since accuracy is way beyond what 
I need (I don’t run a calibration lab).  Fun stuff...Homework assignments is 
the GPS frequency traceable to the NBS.  :)

Pictures here:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/

73,
Bill-AK5X




> On Dec 20, 2015, at 12:42 AM, Mike VE3YF  wrote:
> 
> Hi:
> 
> Has anyone used or had experience using the K3EXREF with this item as the 
> 10Mhz source:
> 
> Trimble GPS Receiver GPSDO 10MHz 1PPS GPS Disciplined Clock with RS232 Port
> 
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Trimble-GPS-Receiver-GPSDO-10MHz-1PPS-GPS-Disciplined-Clock-with-rs232-port-/252162780444?hash=item3ab612ad1c:g:udkAAOSwhcJWQCPM
> 
> It looks like it would be a nice 10Mhz source for the K3WXREF and the K3, but 
> unfamiliar with this product. Welcome all comments good or bad.
> 
> 
> 73 De Mike
> VE3YF
> 
> http://www.ve3yf.com
> [http://www.ve3yf.com/]
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[Elecraft] Dual SYNTHESIZER installation with optional CAT scan.

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

The photographic trail on my Flickr account here:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/albums/72157657206930935 


73.
Bill-AK5X
K3 SN 0069
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Re: [Elecraft] QSK and the K3

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

I’m wondering what tests Electaft is suggesting?  Remember the QSK  (right side 
of band-switch) has two settings Full and Simi.  Also in the Config menu CW QRQ 
= ON, seems to help, gives you the + sign on the right bottom of the display. 
My serial number 00069 seems to work as good as ever with 5.29 installed.  
73,
Bill-AK5X


> On Jul 16, 2015, at 9:18 AM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> Bill,
> 
> There were some firmware changes made when the new synthesizers were 
> introduced, and as I recall some of those changes involved QSK operation.  
> Initial reports on the new synthesizers from users indicated that QSK was 
> better.
> I have not seen any reports of QSK changes with the old synthesizers, but you 
> may have "hit on something" - continue with the tests and tell us your 
> results.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 7/16/2015 10:00 AM, Bill Stravinsky via Elecraft wrote:
>> When I first got my K3 in 2009 I thought the QSK was fabulous and used it 
>> every so often.  Then for a few years I was working too much and wasa little 
>> inactive.  I finally retired and heavy into ham radio once again.  I got the 
>> KXV3B for the preamp and had to jump from version 3 somethingmcu to version 
>> 5, and now have version 5.29.  Has anybody else thought the QSK  to be 
>> "slower"?  I am performing some tests recommended byElecraft to see if I 
>> have a problem but am looking for opinions from other users.
>> Bill K3WJV
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] USB to RS-232 Interfaces for my K-2

[Bill Hammond via Elecraft]

I use this one:  
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3502723&csid=_61
 

 

I use this model on two iMac machines and one Windows 7 (Dell XPS 8700).  It is 
a Sabrent USB 2.0 to Serial model FT1K.  This one has a short 1’ cable. 

 If you need a 6’ cable this one is for you:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=690719&csid=_61
 

 

There is a long story about chip sets and counterfeits that are disabled …long, 
long story.  But I know these work so you can skip the long story.


73,
Bill-AK5X 


> On Jan 5, 2015, at 11:26 AM, Frank Krozel  wrote:
> 
> Michael, all.
> 
> I had the same dilemma and I had to pick up a used refurb laptop with Win 7 
> on it.   I also purchased a refurb Dell Win 7 for remote control, for my 
> “remote” station, both replacing my older XP solutions.
> They still are available but will be gone soon.  Both have a 9 pin on it as 
> well as multiple USB on them.
> 
> I use a 590 and HRD for my remote system.  Want to use my K2 but… the 590 has 
> the “on-off” command in it, and know I need to buy some more hardware to do 
> the ON/OFF control.
> 
> Frank KG9H
> 
> 
> 
> On Jan 5, 2015, at 10:57 AM, Michael Walker  > wrote:
> 
>> http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Serial-Adapter-Retention-ICUSB2321F/dp/B004ZMYTYC/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1420477016&sr=8-7&keywords=rs232+startech
>>  
>> 
>> 
>> Hi has port retention which is very handy.
>> 
>> Mike va3mw
>> 
>> On Mon, Jan 5, 2015 at 11:52 AM, Ken Miller K6CTW > >
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> All,
>>> 
>>> With the purchase of a new computer (a laptop) after my old one (8 yrs
>>> old) finally gave up the ghost, I am confronted with a new issue.  Those
>>> nice RS-232 ports are no longer available.  Since that means using an
>>> adaptor to convert from USB to RS-232 to control the K-2, what brands have
>>> been found to work and more specifically, which should be rejected as
>>> non-functional?
>>> 
>>> Thanks in advance for any/all help/comments/etc.
>>> 
>>> Ken Miller, K6CTW   K-2 # 455
>>> 
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[Elecraft] P3 forgets set ranges in Fixed Track mode (WARC)

[Bill Hammond]

As a CW operator, I keep the P3 in fixed track mode covering the lower 50 Khz 
of each band.  From time to time the P3 forgets the setting on the 17 and 12 
meter bands only.  I'm wondering if i am the only person that has experienced 
this issue.  I can't pinpoint exactly how this happens but I am usually 
operating on 10 meters when I change bands and discover 12 and 17 have had the 
fixed track frequency I set disappear.  

I have never complained before as the reset has been infrequent.  Now, with 10 
open, I find this problem occurs daily, sometimes two or three times a day.  
Not an earth shattering problem as the  P3 works fine and I change the setting 
back, just an irritant.  I'm wondering if it is just my station or have others 
experienced this, remedy anyone?

73,

Bill Hammond
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K3/0 # 200
P3 #817
KPA500 # 149
KAT500 # 290
K2/100 #4637
K1 #2033
KX1 #1023
KX3 #583
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[Elecraft] K-Line from Amsterdam Island

[Bill Hammond]

Thank you Elecraft for your support of the DXpedition:  www.amsterdamdx.org

Take a listen, it was a ATNO for me (55 years a ham):

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/12163872415/
73,
Bill

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Re: [Elecraft] Application to capture SVGA screen (P3) info in a file format?

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Jim,
Expanding a bit on Joe's and Jim's response, the utility saves the images as 
.PNG if you want perhaps a .JPG image view the image in your computers preview 
software and then "save as" what file format you want. For example the Apple 
will view the .PNG images from the P3 utility and let you save it as .TIFF, 
.PDF or .JPG.  If you have a version of Photoshop it will allow you to save the 
image in a mind blowing number of formats and various versions of those formats.

Hope this helps,
73,
Bill-AK5X



On Jan 23, 2014, at 12:15 PM, Paul Saffren N6HZ  wrote:

> Hi Jim, 
> 
> The SVGA card actually performs its own, wider FFT of the I/Q data developed
> in the P3 front end.  If you want to take a picture of the SVGA screen, plug
> a FLASH drive into the USB connector on the back of the P3/SVGA and then use
> the Ubmp selection under the SVGA sub-menu.  If you want to take a picture
> of the P3 display, use the P3 Utility and select the Capture Image tab. 
> 
> -Paul
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> --
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KPA500 # 149
K2/100 #4637
K1 #2033
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[Elecraft] Remote K3/0 and 2WIRE 3801HGV modem/firewall

[Bill Hammond]

Hi, anyone out there successful in punching holes in the 2WIRE firewall for 
Remote operation?

The user interface for browser access seems to me to be lacking.  Does anyone 
have the secret sauce?? The browser interface also wants the application type 
from a pull down menu.

What are the two 11000, 12000 protocols?  The 5060 is SIP. 

Here is what is needed:
There are 3 ports in total that absolutely need to be forwarded. 
I will provide the details below.
12000 (UDP)
11000 (UDP)
5060 (TCP) & (UDP)

Thanks in advance for any information.

73,
Bill


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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Buying CM500 in NYC

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Stew,
Even if you decide not to buy the CS500, B&H is a great place to visit.  It is 
a tourist attraction in its own right.  If you are a little interested in 
Photography B&H has the greatest collection of photographic equipment I have 
ever seen. 
Here is a movie (Ad) on B&H:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmN6pBEfSIQ

There are other NYC area stores too, Adorama for example.  I have no interest 
except a satisfied customer of both photo gear and headsets from Adorama and 
B&H.  

I have two CS500's and they are great at half the Illinois manufactures price 
(sorry to say).  To my ears they are more comfortable too, to me that is their 
appeal.
73,
Bill-AK5X
 



On Dec 11, 2013, at 6:30 AM, David Cutter  wrote:

> Here's a good alternative I bought in UK as advised by Tom G3OLB, price might 
> have changed:
> 
> " A good alternative I found for my K3, is the Koss SB/45, which is quite 
> comfortable during long periods of contest operation and has an excellent 
> quality electret mic. It's currently £20.98 free postage on Amazon."
> 
> 73
> David G3UNA
> 
> 
> 
> - Original Message - From: "GW0ETF" 
> To: 
> Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 10:16 AM
> Subject: [Elecraft] [K3] Buying CM500 in NYC
> 
> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> Seems impossible to buy the CM500 in the UK so I was hoping to pick up a set
>> when I'm in New York next February...anyone suggest a good source? I have
>> heard B&H photo/video store is good and looks nice and central.
>> 
>> Also hoping to get a pair of Al stiffener plates for my (early) K3
>> synthesizer boards shipped over to the hotel from Aptos and avoid the
>> astronomical shipping charges to the UK.
>> 
>> 73,
>> Stew, GW0ETF
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] OT: Wide digital QRM on 17m

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Dale,Does it look or sound like this:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8951214398/

If so it is the Cyprus based UK OTH radar.  It visits us a lot.  

73,
Bill-AK5X




On Sep 14, 2013, at 9:49 AM, d...@lightstream.net wrote:

> Does anyone have any idea what the ~20KHz wide digital mode QRM is at the
> bottom of 17m? It extends from about 18.054 to 18.076, and is a solid S9
> strength here, and appears to be coming from Europe.
> 
> I wasn't sure if it was local or not, but just had a cw QSO w/ an op in
> Spain who said it was very strong there as well.
> 
> 73, Dale
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Re: [Elecraft] 2M module

[Bill Hammond]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drinking_the_Kool-Aid
."Drinking the Kool-Aid" is a metaphor commonly used in the United 
States that refers to a person or group holding an unquestioned belief, 
argument, or philosophy without critical examination. The phrase typically 
carries a negative connotation when applied to an individual or 
group"...


On Aug 23, 2013, at 1:32 AM, Tim Hague wrote:

> Could someone tell us non Americans what Kool Aid is?, and if it's so good 
> for stress where can we get it?
> 
> Best regards, Tim Hague
> Skype m0afj.Tim
> Sent on my iPad
> 
> 
> On 23 Aug 2013, at 07:04, "Fred Smith"  wrote:
> 
>> I think they went with the right option first the amp and tuner to make the
>> KX3 a full blown desktop radio a smart move IMHO. It also will produce the
>> greatest amount of return good business since and profitability. The 2m
>> mogul I think will not have nearly as many buyers as the amp/tuner because
>> of the power output on 2m with the KX3. If you must have a QRP rig with 2m
>> buy an old FT-817 non D model there cheap and have a backup radio then when
>> you think you really need 2m take it with you. I have one sitting here in
>> the shack right now.
>> 
>> I guess if I die before it ships that I really didn't need one anyway 8>).
>> 
>> 
>> 73,
>> Fred/N0AZZ
>> K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100
>> P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
>> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Robert Vargas (KP4Y)
>> Sent: Thursday, August 22, 2013 10:36 PM
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 2M module
>> 
>> Precisely...I made the same question and someone said it's been discussed in
>> the KX3 reflector. I couldn't find such thread. I sold my FT-897D to
>> partially fund the KX3, believing it wouldn't long before the 2M module came
>> out. It's been more than a year without 2M module and VHF capability. I
>> drank the kool aid (K3, KPA500 and KX3), but I must admit this has been very
>> disappointing.
>> 
>> 73,
>> Robert-KP4Y 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> From: Jeff Herr 
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
>> Sent: Thursday, August 22, 2013 9:36 PM
>> Subject: [Elecraft] 2M module
>> 
>> 
>> this would be a good thread.
>> 
>> with the amp almost here..
>> ..and all the thought toward the future..
>> ...what is the scoop with this accessory?
>> 
>> WW6L
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[Elecraft] OT P3 video of RFI, ideas?

[Bill Hammond]

This is a bit off topic but perhaps other P3 users on this reflector have 
encountered this RFI and have some idea where it comes from and perhaps a 
remedy?  There must be a couple of thousand P3 users on this reflector.
The below is a recording and includes sound of this nasty bit of pulsating RF. 

Video recording: 

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/9214448105/

It is not always there.  When it is there in the 20-meter band there are 
siblings almost as strong at the following frequencies:

13.975

14.032-the recording

14.126

14.220

14.282

14.469

In addition, there are less strong signals that follow the pulsation; one is 
visible on the recording at 14000 (far left on the P3). They are also in the 17 
meter band. They are not in the 15 meter band or above.

I have pulled the big switch and it is still there on battery power.  My 
suspension is a neighbor with plasma television.  Is this what plasma TV looks 
like?  It is directional in nature and the strongest signal comes from a 
40-degree heading, roughly Europe from my location, or to a cluster of homes to 
my northeast. 

73, Bill AK5X

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Speaker, Season finale

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.adorama.com/RCFMR55W.html

The specifications are great and unlike most consumer grade products are 
actually published :)  $212 each speaker is a bit rich however. Rolex vs Seiko?



On Apr 23, 2013, at 12:46 PM, Jim Brown wrote:

> On 4/23/2013 8:44 AM, Ramon Tristani wrote:
>> And last but not least, what is the science of designing a transceiver with 
>> so many advanced features if the output product, the sound coming out of the 
>> speaker, is mediocre at best?
> 
> As a retired audio professional (Fellow of the Audio Engineering Society), 
> ham for 55 years, and contester since 1957, I have several thoughts on this 
> question.
> 
> 1) The science of loudspeaker design, while well understood, is so far 
> removed from the science of building high quality radio transceivers that it 
> makes no sense for a small company like Elecraft to devote their limited 
> engineering resources to designing and building one.
> 
> 2) For any serious operating, I've always used headphones.  I use a 
> loudspeaker only for casual operation, and for monitoring while I'm in the 
> shack doing somethings else.
> 
> 3) The "ideal" loudspeaker for ham radio is nothing more or less than one 
> that has very smooth, uniform ("flat) frequency response in the range of 200 
> - 4,000 Hz, maintains that uniformity over a wide range of angles where the 
> listener is likely to have his/her ears. It should either be sufficiently 
> efficient that it can be made loud enough by the relatively small speaker 
> amplifiers in the K3, or it should have its own internal power amplifier.
> 
> The problem with loudspeakers having internal power amplifiers is that nearly 
> all I have seen, including some rather expensive pro models, have serious RFI 
> problems.
> 
> Loudspeakers that are relatively small tend to have smooth response over 
> wider angles, but they also tend to be less efficient (that is, they take a 
> bit more power to drive).
> 
> Bottom line -- Elecraft made exactly the right decision to stay out of the 
> loudspeaker business. If you want an outboard loudspeaker for ANY ham rig, 
> simply look in the pro audio world for one that has flat response, 
> sensitivity of at least 80 dBSPL for 1 watt at 1 meter, and fits on your 
> operating desk.  Look for audio products, not radio products. The best I know 
> of is the RCF MR55, which is made in Italy and distributed worldwide. I've 
> used them in some very high quality professional installations.
> 
> http://www.rcf.it/products/installed-sound-systems/monitor-series/mr-55
> 
> Exception -- for many years, Motorola has marketed some small loudspeakers 
> designed for use with their commercial VHF/UHF transceivers that works well 
> for ham radio.
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft W2 Watt Meter Build

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Nick, From memory it is a 18" cube or 24" X 18", it is much larger than the 
W2...did they provide shipping details?
73,
Bill


On Mar 6, 2013, at 6:50 PM, Nick Palomba wrote:

> Elecraft W2 Watt Meter Build ­ (Elecraft K3 Build) Page 3
> 
> So a package arrived from Elecraft and I was excited but it wasn¹t that big
> and not knowing exactly now big the radios (Elecraft K3) is I was wondering
> if it came in separate packages or something.
> 
> 
> 
> Here is the story and pictures:
> 
> http://nicktoday.com/elecraft-w2-watt-meter-wbuild-elecraft-k3-build-page-3/
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Re: [Elecraft] [KAT500] 10m Spur

[Bill Hammond]

I call my shack the aviary so a new birdy didn't shock me.  This one did come 
along with the KAT500.  Unplug it and it goes away.  P3 screen scrape here:  
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8495386811/in/photostream
73,
Bill 






On Feb 21, 2013, at 11:05 AM, K1GQ wrote:

> Mine generates a clean S4 carrier at 28.004.55. Does anyone else see this, or 
> know how to move it out of the band?
> 
>  Bill, K1GQ
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[Elecraft] OT P3 look at a 18 meter intruder

[Bill Hammond]

Just a little advertising for the best station accessory I have ever bought.  
Without the frequency domain analysis we would be hard pressed to discover what 
this is.   A picture is worth a thousand words.

Video with audio.  K3 set to CW 2.7 kHZ BW
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8467460381/in/photostream
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8467465985/in/photostream

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Re: [Elecraft] (fwd) Re: Can I switch between Operate/Standby from the K3?

[Bill Hammond]

If you have the computer interface up (KPA Utility), you can switch it on or 
off with the computer mouse.  Works great.  You must have KPA500 mounted under 
the operating position. 

You may be able to write a macro on the K3 to do the same thing, haven't tried 
that.
73,
Bill
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On Feb 11, 2013, at 2:37 PM, AG0N-3055 wrote:

> On Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:25:37 -0700, Gary McDuffie 
> wrote:
> 
> On Mon, 11 Feb 2013 11:17:54 -0700, RANDY DIDDEL wrote:
> 
>> To clarify, I just would like to be able to switch to/from Barefoot at
>> the K3 without having to reach way over and down every time.
> 
> I don't understand how/why you would want to put an active piece of
> electronics out of reach/sight of the operating position-especially
> something powerful like an amplifier.  You don't know if it is operating
> properly if you can't see the metering.  I'd at least have computer
> monitoring and probably control.
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Unusual P3 behavior ?

[Bill Hammond]

I see (hear) the same thing, high noise then a a second or so click and my 
adjusted reference level.  I just assumed that is the design, always works just 
a little delay.

73,
Bill
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On Feb 10, 2013, at 6:47 PM, K7MDL wrote:

> I have noticed when changing to certain bands there is a delay in setting the
> new reference level.  Several seconds in I hear a relay click in the P3 and
> the grass drops down.  Does not always do this, or always on the same band,
> but often enough that I am accustomed to it and not worried, it is only the
> first 1-3 seconds to settle out when it does happen.
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft_K3] KPA500 Stby flaw in V 1.23?

[Bill Hammond]

I have KPA500 with 1.23 and KAT500 at 1.18 with radio at 4.60 with no standby 
issues with the amplifier. 
73,
Bill
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On Jan 31, 2013, at 11:22 PM, Rick Bates wrote:

> 
> Hello all,
> 
>  
> 
> Today I upgraded the KPA500 from V 1.18 to V 1.23.  I now note the following 
> problem:  The amp does not go to standby on any band change.  I went back to 
> 1.18 to test this (it worked as described) and back to 1.23 (won’t drop to 
> standby).
> 
>  
> 
> So I am currently on 1.18 again.  Is anyone else seeing this problem?
> 
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> Rick wa6nhc
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and Heil Proset - IC PS-IC

[Bill Hammond]

Mine works fine, no PTT issues VOX works fine.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8396521562/in/photostream




On Jan 19, 2013, at 1:50 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:

> Dick,
> 
> The headphone part will work just fine.  For the mic part, I believe the plug 
> on the mic is a mono plug which will activate PTT as soon as it is plugged 
> in, so you will have to make up an adpater that wires jack tip to plug tip 
> and jack shell to plug shell (no connection to the ring at the plug end).
> If you want to add another 'tail' to attach a PTT switch, then it connects 
> between the plug ring and the sleeve.
> 
> The elements are compatible and need to have bias turned on.
> 
> Note that a mono to stereo adapter that you can purchase in a store will 
> probably not work because most of them wire both the tip and ring of the 
> stereo end to the tip of the mono end.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 1/19/2013 1:24 PM, Richard Pongratz wrote:
>> Will the Heil Proset-IC PS-IC that I am using for my Icom 7000, work with
>> the KX3.  Are the microphone elements compatible, or am I going to screw up
>> either the KX3 or the mic?
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] OT-P3 capture of a 17M intruder

[Bill Hammond]

> http://signals.taunus.de/DIG_introd.htm

I was able to access this URL this morning.  He does do an excellent job of 
describing the signals complete with recordings.  I believe the signal I 
recorded is a QAM signal or phase shift keying.  If he returns this morning 
1450Z or so I'll record the audio. I  do not believe it is CODAR.  More ears 
would be useful :)
73,
Bill
AK5X




On Jan 14, 2013, at 7:17 PM,   wrote:

> David,
> 
> Here is one of the best out there.
> http://signals.taunus.de/DIG_introd.htm
> 
> The page author does a really nice job!
> 
> Jim, N1SZ
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of david Moes
> Sent: Monday, January 14, 2013 7:40 PM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT-P3 capture of a 17M intruder
> 
> Just to take this one even further of topic   Ive always been fascinated 
> by strange sounds and signals on the HF bands in and out of the amateur 
> bandsI wonder if there is a website that has audio samples with some 
> sort of explanation of what they are.sometimes there are 
> descriptions in listening Times but a site with samples would be cool.
> 
> 
>  On 1/14/2013 10:40 AM, Bill Hammond wrote:
>> Anyone have any ideas as to what this is?
>> 
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8380898512/in/photostream
>> 
>> I have seen similar signals before, but not in the amateur bands.  Today
> this one marched across 17 meters.  Details in the posting.
>> 
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] OT-P3 capture of a 17M intruder

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Ken,
I have sent the following to the contact listed for Intruder watch on ARRL's 
web site.  Thanks for the advise.
73,
Bill
AK5X



Hi Chuck,
Attached is a link to a spectral display from my P3 band scope I made this 
morning around 1430Z.  I made the picture before the signal moved into our 17 
meter band as explained in the caption and notation of the picture.  

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8380898512/in/photostream

There is some speculation that this is a signal from these guys:

http://www.codar.com/index.htm

I have no way of knowing that, but the signal was indeed from the west coast 
according to my HF beam.  My reading of part 97.303 gives amateurs primary 
service of the 17 meter band.  It looks like a intrusion to me. 

Have you seen this before or do you know of CODAR?

73,
Bill
AK5X 








On Jan 14, 2013, at 11:41 AM, Ken G Kopp wrote:

> Google "Seasonde" for more information.
> 
> Rose and I have been lighthouse hosts for the Oregon State Parks
> Dept in the past.  Several of the parks on the beach have Seasonde
> equipment housed in the plumbing areas between the men's and
> women's bathrooms, and I have photos of these installations,
> including their licenses and antennas.  The ones in the Oregon
> State Parks are operated by the University of Oregon.  These ...
> and CODAR ... operations are confined to specific (narrow) bands.
> They do not operate in the amateur bands.
> 
> Ionospheric sounders, on the other hand, may appear anywhere
> in the HF spectrum.  Some sweep upward at a steady rate and
> others spray random bursts throughout the HF spectrum. There
> is one operating in Boulder, Colorado right in the city behind the
> NBS campus.  It's been there for decades.  Weber State (Utah)
> has one in continuous operation.  Sounders are everywhere, even
> in Antarctica.  PSK31 users often see them in their "waterfalls", but
> few recognize them for what they are.
> 
> 73!
> 
> Ken - K0PP
> 
> 
> On Mon, Jan 14, 2013 at 4:40 PM, Bill Hammond  wrote:
>> Hi Bill,
>> I think you may of hit the nail on the head with CODAR.  I had to Google it 
>> with the following results:
>> 
>> http://www.codar.com/intro_hf_radar.shtml
>> 
>> I guess it is for ocean wave detection (Tsunami)?  They have some radar 
>> locations in Southern California.
>> 

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Re: [Elecraft] OT-P3 capture of a 17M intruder

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Bill,
I think you may of hit the nail on the head with CODAR.  I had to Google it 
with the following results:

http://www.codar.com/intro_hf_radar.shtml

I guess it is for ocean wave detection (Tsunami)?  They have some radar 
locations in Southern California.  

My reading of Part 97.301 and 97.303 shows us as primary service of the 17 
meter allocation, meaning:

Each frequency band allocated to
   the amateur service is designated as either a secondary service or a
   primary service. A station in a secondary service must not cause
   harmful interference to, and must accept interference from, stations in
   a primary service.

Other thoughts?
Bill
AK5X

 




On Jan 14, 2013, at 9:44 AM, n3...@n3cxv.com wrote:

> Bill,
> Looks like CODAR, wave radar.  They are all over.
> 
> 73
> Bill 
> N3CXV
> 
> 
> From: "Bill Hammond" 
> Sent: Monday, January 14, 2013 10:40 AM
> To: "Elecraft Reflector" 
> Subject: [Elecraft] OT-P3 capture of a 17M intruder
> 
> Anyone have any ideas as to what this is?
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8380898512/in/photostream
> 
> I have seen similar signals before, but not in the amateur bands. Today this 
> one marched across 17 meters. Details in the posting.
> 
> 
> 
> Bill Hammond
> wham...@aol.com
> Bill Hammond-AK5X
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> P3 #817
> KPA500 # 149
> KAT500 #290
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[Elecraft] OT-P3 capture of a 17M intruder

[Bill Hammond]

Anyone have any ideas as to what this is?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/8380898512/in/photostream

I have seen similar signals before, but not in the amateur bands.  Today this 
one marched across 17 meters.  Details in the posting.



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Re: [Elecraft] W2 Interface Question

[Bill Hammond]

Some clarity, that setup option is in the W2 application.

On Dec 29, 2012, at 9:41 AM, NZ0T wrote:

> When I run the W2 interface the display is "stuck" in the upper left hand
> corner of my Acer Netbook's display.  Right clicking and trying to move does
> not work. I have tried deleting the program and the W2 utility and
> re-loading both with no luck.   The display has not always been stuck this
> way as I could move it about.  I have not changed any settings on the Acer
> that I can recall.  The netbook is an Acer Aspire One D255 running XP.  I'm
> using Firefox if that makes any difference.
> 
> Any ideas?
> 
> 73 Bill NZ0T
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] W2 Interface Question

[Bill Hammond]

Click on the setup button on the screen and click on "always on top", then 
follow instructions, that will remove that option and allow you to move it on 
your desktop.
73,
Bill
AK5X


On Dec 29, 2012, at 9:41 AM, NZ0T wrote:

> When I run the W2 interface the display is "stuck" in the upper left hand
> corner of my Acer Netbook's display.  Right clicking and trying to move does
> not work. I have tried deleting the program and the W2 utility and
> re-loading both with no luck.   The display has not always been stuck this
> way as I could move it about.  I have not changed any settings on the Acer
> that I can recall.  The netbook is an Acer Aspire One D255 running XP.  I'm
> using Firefox if that makes any difference.
> 
> Any ideas?
> 
> 73 Bill NZ0T
> 
> 
> 
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[Elecraft] KPA500 faults on first dit at times

[Bill Hammond]

Seasons Greetings Ellecrafters,

"KPA500 faults on first dit at times"

It doesn't happen all the time and I can't pin down the sequence of events when 
it happens, the last time was after a band QSY after clicking on a spot in my 
logging software. I am wondering if others have had issue or have solved the 
problem.  The fault on the KPA500 is too much drive.  I have the drive adjusted 
per band and none above 32 watts.  It resets quickly and all is well after the 
initial fault.  It usually happens once or twice a day. 

After bringing the amplifier back on line, all is well.  It just scares me when 
it happens :)

73,
Bill
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Re: [Elecraft] Vibroplex

[Bill Hammond]

Vibroplex makes several different weights for these bugs.  However, I always 
just used the large solder wrapped on top of the original weight. The new 
weights are on this page:
http://vibroplex.com/accessories.html
73,
Bill 
AK5X 



On Dec 14, 2012, at 12:27 PM, Joe K2UF wrote:

> Steve,
> 
> I also have been playing with a couple of bugs.  I converted one to a
> lefthanded bug.  Trying to be able to send with either hand.  I can send
> reasonably clean CW with either hand  at about 10 to 15 WPM.  To slow down
> the original bug I have used extra washers on the shaft and also wrapped
> several turns of solder.  You might want to try the CW reflector for more
> info.
> 
> Good luck
> 
> 73  Joe K2UF
> 
> 
> With enough THRUST pig fly just fine.
> 
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Roberts
> Sent: Friday, December 14, 2012 8:13 AM
> To: Elecraft Reflector
> Subject: [Elecraft] Vibroplex
> 
> I'm looking for a vary-speed attachment for my newly acquired 1943 Vibroplex
> Original plus a couple of extra weights to experiment with. 
> 
> Anyone?
> 
> Off list please.
> 
> 73
> Steve
> W1SFR
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[Elecraft] Link to photos of KAT500 build

[Bill Hammond]

As we have all come to expect from Elecraft, the KPA went together like a clock 
in a couple of hours.  It worked great as soon as I applied power.
I was not missing one single washer in the parts kit.  My hat is off to 
Crisalyn who put the majority of parts together in the misc. bag.

The K-Line is on the air.  :)  Now, if we can convince Elecraft to make a 
rotator controller, Collins made a few for the S-Line, I believe I can have a 
complete Elecraft shack.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/sets/72157632185735492/



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Re: [Elecraft] My first contact using my KX3 and Buddipole combination

[Bill Hammond]

Wait until you get the chance to take it into the wilderness where the nearest 
power line is 20 miles away.  The noise floor really is the noise floor of the 
radio and a wire in the nearest tree is like a stacked array.  The thrills have 
never gone away in this great hobby.
73,
Bill AK5X




On Dec 5, 2012, at 11:46 AM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:

> " Quite a thrill for me,..." 
> 
> That's what Ham radio is all about. Congratulations!
> 
> 73, Ron AC7AC
> 
> -Original Message-
> 
> I just had the thrill of my first contact using my KX3 and Buddipole...
> 
> I was set up in my back yard to ring out the setup for some picnic table
> work later in the week.
> 
> I worked V31NO in Belize, got a 55 report (he was 59).  Quite a thrill for
> me, thanks to Buddipole and Elecraft.
> 
> If you want to reply, please take care to do it only to the list you read it
> on, I admit to overzealous cross-posting this due to my immediate
> enthusiasm.
> 
> 73 de Dave, W5SV
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[Elecraft] Some pictures of a KX3 build

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/sets/72157630334268456/

I took some shots while putting this gem together.  So far, flawless 
performance (two QSO's) :)

73,
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[Elecraft] KPA500 anomaly?

[Bill Hammond]

I had the entire K-Line on and needed to reload the P3 software.  I shut down 
the K3 and reloaded the P3 software.  It takes a while.  During the reload the 
fans came on on the KPA500 and then cycled off several times.  Apparently there 
was some interaction between the K3 powered off and the KPA500.  Not a problem 
as the fix is to turn off the KPA500 too.  I just thought it was odd.  :)


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Re: [Elecraft] For those at Dayton...

[Bill Hammond]

Have they priced it yet?  $$?


On May 18, 2012, at 2:35 PM, Phil Hystad wrote:

> You can call Elecraft and place your order.
> 
> 
> On May 18, 2012, at 12:28 PM, Fred Jensen wrote:
> 
>> On 5/18/2012 12:15 PM, Ken Allen wrote:
>>> Taking orders for the KAT500 with expected delivery starting August ( yes,
>>> this year).
>> 
>> Not on the web site yet.
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> Fred K6DGW
>> - Northern California Contest Club
>> - CU in the 2012 Cal QSO Party 6-7 Oct 2012
>> - www.cqp.org
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[Elecraft] P3 SVGA reset and frame freeze, anyone else?

[Bill Hammond]

I have been experiencing frequent display resets and frame freezing on my P3 
with SVGA adapter.  I am running the latest firmware (1.16) loaded with the new 
utility.  Have I just got a bad example or are others experiencing these 
issues?  It all started with the addition of the SVGA option.
The PS screen  does a momentary flash and the SVGA screen looses all the 
waterfall.  The freeze stops the curser on the P3 for a few seconds while I 
change frequency with the main (A) VFO.  The curser eventually catches up with 
a jump.  It is a bit unnerving in the latest pile-ups for Yemen and Somalia.  
:)  

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Re: [Elecraft] P3SVGA waterfall problem

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Larry,
Might try increasing the reference level on the P3 or the intensity (brightness 
on the monitor).  I have noticed it takes some playing to get the display you 
want. 
73,
Bill
AK5X


On Apr 8, 2012, at 12:44 PM, Larry Phipps wrote:

> Maybe I'm missing something obvious, but I can't get a waterfall display 
> on my external monitor. I have tried the entire range of the REF 
> control. It looks fine on the small display, of course. All I get on the 
> big monitor is black where the waterfall should be. I have tried all 
> four resolution settings and three different monitors. I am running P3 
> v1.13 and SVGA  v1.02. Is anyone else seeing this?
> 
> Larry N8LP
> 
> 
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[Elecraft] news in the link below

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.elecraft.com/news.htm


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Re: [Elecraft] OT-old vs. new 6L6 to K3

[Bill Hammond]

How many of us have had that thought in a pile-up with a modest antenna and 100 
watts or less?  I have adjusted a few rise times in the past.
73,
Bill AK5X


On Mar 21, 2012, at 4:03 PM, Andrew Siegel wrote:

> I also miss the days when CW signals were distinctive.  Nowadays, I
> actually seek out QSOs with hams with chirpy or hummy CW notes, since
> it often means unusual DX, or someone with a good story to tell.  It
> would be interesting if we had the option in modern rigs to "dirty up"
> our transmitted CW note.
> 
> 73,
> Andy, N2CN
> 
> On Wed, Mar 21, 2012 at 3:59 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire  wrote:
>> We can cram a lot more signals into the bands these days. Putting more
>> signals in less spectrum has been a challenge for Hams since the 1920's. But
>> us OT's are often a bit nostalgic for CW bands where one could recognize a
>> station by the sound of his (or her) signal and "fist". Back then a CW band
>> sounded like a room full of people, each with a distinctive voice that could
>> be picked out easily even without listening to the words. Nowadays the same
>> CW bands sound like a room full of computer-generated voices, all identical
>> except for the words. And, with the digital modes, there aren't even any
>> words to hear. The world moves on. Our challenge is to move on with it and
>> keep looking over the horizon ahead.
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[Elecraft] OT-old vs. new 6L6 to K3

[Bill Hammond]

Many will enjoy the video and photograph in the attached link to my Flickr 
page.  It features a photograph of a beautifully crafted 1930's designed single 
tube transmitter and how it sounds on a state of the art crafted K3 :) Click on 
the K3 to hear VE7SL/QRP.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/

Steve, VE7SL is the craftsman of this beautiful transmitter and has just posted 
details on his web page (link below).

Steve's construction, circuit and historical details:
http://members.shaw.ca/ve7sl/tritet.html

73,
Bill

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Re: [Elecraft] high-power tuner

[Bill Hammond]

Hi Ian,
Many of us are in that boat.  I don't believe the KTA500 is vaperware.  I'm 
just cooling my heals for the reason you cited, unreliable products from the 
competition.  I want good products and great support from people that care 
about their customers.  That is worth the wait, even if it is until the end of 
the year.  Heck the K3 tuner will load a hairpin, I would expect the KTA500 
will as well.  If I just couldn't wait any longer ,I think I would find a 
manual tuner to hold me over (one that had a good resale value). :)
73,
Bill
AK5X




On Feb 24, 2012, at 8:05 AM, Ian Kahn wrote:

> All,
> 
> I find myself finally admitting that I need an antenna tuner that supports
> high power.  I run a K3/P3 combo with an Ameritron AL-811H amp.  Since we
> are still waiting on word about pricing and release date for the KAT500, I
> find myself looking at other alternatives for a 1 - 1.5 KW auto tuner.
> What are others using?  Several people I know have had issues with the LDG
> AT-1000PRO, so I probably want to stay away from that one.
> 
> Thanks in advance for the advice.
> 
> 73,
> 
> -- Ian
> Ian Kahn, KM4IK
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Re: [Elecraft] Tracking down S9+ noise on 40M

[Bill Hammond]

My biggie was the dishwasher...documented here: 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/6595335923/in/photostream
Electronic motor control seems to be the latest QRN maker, or would Plasma TV's 
win that award?...My noise was from DC to Daylight all bands S9.  The P3 was 
very handy in tracking this down.  

With a AM radio the buzz will get louder the closer you are to the offending 
device.  BC radios usually have some null points off the end of the ferrite BC 
antennas giving you some directivity.There are some tips in the ARRL RFI 
3rd edition that are helpful, as well as the AC Power Interference Handbook by 
Loftness, KB7KK.  These are good reference books to have. A quick glance at 
"The Handbook" index did not show RFI as a covered subject, but I may of missed 
it. 

Powering down the house is helpful but not if the offending device is on 
batteries :)


On Jan 18, 2012, at 9:41 PM, David Dietrich wrote:

> Hi All,
> 
> Could someone please explain the proper way to track down RF noise in and 
> around my house?  More often than not, I always have S9+ noise on 40 Meters, 
> making anything but really strong signals (S9+) audible above the noise.  I 
> have only had a few instances where the noise was below S9 on 40.  I know I 
> have to power down the house and then bring it up one circuit at a time with 
> my radio on battery power.  I also know I am supposed to use a handheld AM 
> radio to listen as I walk around the house.  I don't know what I should be 
> listening for, or where to tune on AM to hear what I am supposed to hear.  
> Now that I am getting back into operating more regularly, I would really like 
> to see where some of this noise is coming from; and reduce or eliminate it if 
> at all possible even if it means shutting something off while I am on the air.
> 
> 73,
> 
> David, KC9EHQ
> K1-4 s/n 2051
> K2/10 s/n 7164
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Re: [Elecraft] dual-input monitors...

[Bill Hammond]

I am sure there are as many cleaver ways to display the new P3 VGA output.  I 
plan on using an existing monitor and switching inputs too. 

I have 22" light weight LG E2241(street price less than $150 USD) with front 
panel selectable input switching.  It has DVI, VGA and HDMI inputs.
It has the standard four mounting holes on the back.  CAUTION, not all monitors 
have those holes and if you intend on using an elevated monitor mount, those 
holes are a must.  I might add that the LED monitors are about half the weight 
of previous technology. When using elevated mounting, less weight is desired. 
This monitor weighs less than six pounds.
 
http://www.lg.com/us/computer-products/monitors/LG-led-monitor-E2241V-BN.jsp 


Here is a picture of the monitor (left) and my Elecraft station on my Flickr 
site:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/6043294098/in/set-72157612687555968

The mount is here, there are many designs to choose from, mine is the MX desk 
mount:
http://www.ergotron.com/

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On Jan 15, 2012, at 10:40 AM, n...@n5ge.com wrote:

> 
> I have two HP 2311x monitors which I thought were reasonably priced  at < $250
> each.  Each of them has three inputs HDMI, DVI and VGA.  I bought these 
> monitors
> for packet cluster display and software development, not the P3. These 
> monitors
> have front panel control of the video source, so choosing the video source is
> not a big deal.  When I purchase the Video module from Elecraft the VGA input 
> of
> one of these will be connected to the P3 video output.
> 
> I don't see a problem with the design of the P3 video system.
> 
> On Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:57:04 +, "Matthew Pitts"
>  wrote:
> 
>> Joe,
>> 
>> While I respect the decision made on this particular module for the P3, I 
>> would like to say that I probably wouldn't buy it if I already had two 
>> monitors (or more) on the desk at my operating position. For someone that is 
>> in that position and already owns the P3, the suggestion to buy something 
>> else that would have to be connected in place of the P3 (or in parallel with 
>> it) isn't something that is going to be well liked.
>> 
>> Matthew Pitts
>> N8OHU
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] P3 as a RFI/QRN tracking device

[Bill Hammond]

Good guess Vic,
I finally ran this down to the electronic dish washer.   It has a two hour wash 
cycle  it is a Bosch model SHX68P05UC/58.

http://www.bosch-home.com/us/SHX68P05UC.html

It uses some pulsing to control motor functions.  As pointed out by Alan (N1AL) 
they must use pulse control with a duration of 1/ 10,000 sec to create a signal 
with 10KHZ nulls.   Alan also pointed out that a hash filter may be needed and 
suggested K9YC's very informative web site for hash control:
http://www.audiosystemsgroup.com/K9YC/K9YC.htm.

The point of the post was to mention how useful the P3 is for running down 
these annoying intruders in our spectrum and to solicit others experiences.  
The P3 has become much more of a tool for me than I ever expected, far 
exceeding explications.  With  more improvements and VGA output on the way I 
see an even greater use for the P3 as test gear as well as an operating aid.  
As an operating aid, I think I notice shifting operating methods in DX pile-ups 
because of it as well.

73 and HNY,
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KPA500 # 149
K2/100 #4637
K1 #2033
KX1 #1023
T1




On Dec 29, 2011, at 7:43 PM, Vic K2VCO wrote:

> It lasts for two hours... some kind of video recorder?
> 
> On 12/29/2011 10:35 AM, Bill Hammond wrote:
>> In the below link please find a screen shot (Flickr) of the P3 display as 
>> well as a hint as to what it is.  I was never able to run down the noise 
>> before I got the P3. I wonder if others have used the P3 to chase down 
>> interference?
>> 
>> I haven't named the offending device as a brain tickle :)
>> 
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/6595335923/in/photostream
>> 
>> 73,
>> Bill
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[Elecraft] P3 as a RFI/QRN tracking device

[Bill Hammond]

In the below link please find a screen shot (Flickr) of the P3 display as well 
as a hint as to what it is.  I was never able to run down the noise before I 
got the P3. I wonder if others have used the P3 to chase down interference?

I haven't named the offending device as a brain tickle :)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/6595335923/in/photostream

73,
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Re: [Elecraft] Lulu discount

[Bill Hammond]

Dang. good catchI have had one for a while too.  Fred did a great job.  I 
didn't know I needed it until I had it in my hands :)


On Nov 10, 2011, at 8:11 AM, Bill Hammond wrote:

> Just adding the link to Mike's note for Fred's K3 manual:)
> 
> http://www.lulu.com/browse/search.php?fListingClass=0&fSearch=Elecraft+K3
> 
> Apply the discount code (Mike's note below) at checkout.
> 
> 73,
> Bill
> AK5X
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Nov 10, 2011, at 5:03 AM, Mike wrote:
> 
>> Someone asked about a discount for Fred's book. 20% off with VETRANS305.
>> 
>> 73, Mike NF4L
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Re: [Elecraft] Lulu discount

[Bill Hammond]

Just adding the link to Mike's note for Fred's K3 manual:)

http://www.lulu.com/browse/search.php?fListingClass=0&fSearch=Elecraft+K3

Apply the discount code (Mike's note below) at checkout.

73,
Bill
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> Someone asked about a discount for Fred's book. 20% off with VETRANS305.
> 
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Re: [Elecraft] Edgeport 4-port serial adapter...

[Bill Hammond]

I Have a Dell XPS-8300  (i7-2600 3.4 GHz, 64-bit OS) with Windows 7.  The 
expansion ports are the PCI-Express variety.  I use the below Best Connectivity 
six port product.  It has worked flawlessly for me.  I have one port connected 
to the W2 wattmeter and a second port connected to the KPA500 for system 
monitoring.   If you do a quick search for serial port adapters there are many 
choices.

Fred, I love your K3 manual.  Nice job.  It is my K3 reference manual. 

I use a Mac for logging and K3 control (McLoggerDX).  Although using two 
platforms, it works very well for me.  A picture here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/6043294098/in/photostream



 1  Best Connectivity 6-Port Port   $40.00   1   $40.00
http://www.amazon.com/Best-Connectivity-6-Port-PCI-Express-SD-PEX15023/dp/B003GAM69Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1317217499&sr=1-1

73,
Bill

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On Sep 28, 2011, at 7:09 AM, Cady, Fred wrote:

> I agree with John and Don, although I don't have a Win7 machine.
> You can get the 4-port adapter from ebay for $30.
> 73,
> Fred
> "The Elecraft K3: Design, Configuration, and Operation"
> www.ke7x.com
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Ragle
> Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 12:28 AM
> To: ve...@xplornet.com
> Cc: elecraft
> Subject: [Elecraft] Edgeport 4-port serial adapter...
> 
> Confirming what Don Wilhelm says...I tried a number of serial adapters,
> and the only one that worked flawlessly was the Edgeport 4-port adapter.
> 
> I used it with a K2,  XP Pro, and FLDIGI (and/or DigiPan earlier). I
> also used it for a while with a K3, WIN7 (and previously Vista RIP), and
> FLDIGI. More recently, I chose to install a serial port card in my
> "mainframe" (v.i.), primarily to simplify the hardware in the shack.
> 
> John Ragle -- W1ZI
> 
> --
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> Sent from my lovely old Dell XPS 420
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Re: [Elecraft] Regarding Heathkit

[Bill Hammond]

I was a young USAF Radio repairman returning from South East Asia making $350 a 
month in 1968.  The only radio I could afford was a HW100 @ $240 +$49 for a AC 
supply.  Nothing else was even close in price.  Say what you may, I have 
nothing but praise for the Heath kits.  By the way still have a Heath keyer, 
coaxial switch and VTVM that work some 45 years on.  

Take a trip down memory lane here:
http://www.nostalgickitscentral.com/heath/heathkit.html




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K2/100 #4637
K1 #2033
KX1 #1023
T1
KPA500 #149




On Sep 9, 2011, at 3:18 AM, Jim Wiley wrote:

> 
> 
> Wayne Burdick wrote
>>  
> The mammoth was reasonably well-preserved.
> 
> Unfortunately, the best the team could do was thaw out a few small 
> steaks and serve them to the hopeful.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> - - Reminds me of a field-day recipe book from long ago,  for Elephant 
> stew:   First, dice one elephant . . . .
> 
> 
>> 
>> But back to western Michigan. My wife's family has a cabin in
>> Ludington, a couple of hours north of Benton Harbor. W
> 
> So that's where Luddites come from.  I always wondered. 
> 
> 
> 
>> I'd love to see my beloved DX-20 transmitter, which hummed and sizzled 
>> and arced in a manner not described in the literature, and which 
>> struck fear into the hearts of
>> nearby TV viewers in my ancestral La Mesa homeland.
> I too started with a DX-20, back in the dark days of 1959.   Mine made 
> interesting sounds when it was keyed, but it never quit.  Still got the 
> darn thing. 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> - Jim, KL7CC
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Re: [Elecraft] 'Q' signal trivia-link to codes

[Bill Hammond]

Many of you may fine the link attached interesting as it is the origin of our 
number codes.  Journalists of a certain age may also see the -30- designation 
also used for some time as the end of a story.  It has a long history.
http://www.civilwarsignals.org/pages/tele/wurules1866/92code.html
73,
Bill
AK5X


On Jul 18, 2011, at 7:46 PM, iain macdonnell - N6ML wrote:

> The way I look at it, "73" doesn't translate specifically to any
> particular words (in English, or any other language). It's a
> language-independent expression of good will to the other operator,
> akin to verbal expressions in English like "all the best", "cheers",
> etc. Given that, I don't think it's necessarily any less-valid to
> pluralise it when morphing it into a verbal or textual expression in
> English. Now is it "seven-three[s]", or "seventy-three[s]" when
> spoken aloud??? ;)
> 
> 73[[']s],
> 
>~iain
> 
> 
> On Tue, Jul 19, 2011 at 12:21 AM, Bert Craig  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Not so fast there, Phil. "73's" was in use 
>> before 11-meter CB (Pse see previous posts.)
>> 
>> I must say that I've always made a conscious effort to us "73" as a result 
>> of simple reasoning; 73 is already plural, i.e. "Best regards," no need to 
>> pluralize that which is already plural.
>> 
>> As for the "3's & 8's" or "first personal," remember, it's a different 
>> service and a more relaxed one at that. I, for one, can be a little tolerant 
>> with the aforementioned phrases... Just as long as it stays on CB - hihi.
>> 
>> There is a local net on 27.3850 MHz (CB Ch. 38) USB that is an absolute 
>> pleasure to listen to. A group of well mannered ops with nary a "73's" or 
>> "QRT and standing by" to be heard. It's encouraging but I do hear the dark 
>> side of the force from time to time as well. Heck, I've even started to hear 
>> some CW traffic there too, go figure.
>> 
>> As always, take care es...
>> 
>> Vy 73 de Bert (my "handle")
>> WA2SI
>> 
>> "...and all the pieces matter."
>>  -- Det. Lester Freamon, BPD
>> 

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[Elecraft] Build shots of KPA500

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/sets/72157626974789347/ 

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[Elecraft] Eric and team @ Ham-Com 2011 and some boat anchors

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/sets/72157626815191545/



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Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Kits

[Bill Hammond]

I was told that I was #40 in line and I ordered two hours after it became 
available on line.

Sent from my IPhone

On Jun 7, 2011, at 12:36 PM, Mike Fatchett W0MU  wrote:

> You must have been number one in line!  Grats!
> 
> On 6/7/2011 9:37 AM, Jerry T. Dowell wrote:
>> I received shipping confirmation for my kit yesterday. Have patience!
>> 
>> Jerry  AI6L
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Jim Brown [mailto:j...@audiosystemsgroup.com]
>> Sent: Monday, June 06, 2011 10:41 AM
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Kits
>> 
>> On 6/6/2011 8:27 AM, Rob May wrote:
>>> I don't think anyone has received a kit or even shipping confirmation.  I
>> really wish Elecraft would give a realistic ship date instead of stringing
>> us along.
>> 
>> Elecraft is a small company -- they are my neighbors, including some of
>> their employees. They have always had the top priority of doing it
>> right. From what I can see by watching this reflector, they're currently
>> making sure that the building instructions make sense by having a few
>> folks close to them build a kit from the instructions and re-writing as
>> needed.  I'm waiting for a kit, and I'm happy to know that it will be
>> "right" when I get it.
>> 
>> 73, Jim K9YC
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - New 100 watt amp

[Bill Hammond]

Hmm, key line out...I don't think the KX1 or K1 have that...mod time :)


On May 19, 2011, at 8:10 PM, stan levandowski wrote:

> 
>  Bob, is "KXPA100" the product name of the "new 100 watt amp"?  Or, did 
> you mean to clarify the KPA100 option to the K2 and inserted the "X" by 
> mistake?
> 
> Stan WB2LQF
> 
> On Thu, May 19, 2011 at 8:32 PM, Robert Friess wrote:
> 
>  The new KXPA100 will work with any radio that provides 5 watts of RF 
> and a Key out line.  It does not require AuxBuss.
> 
> Bob, N6CM
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[Elecraft] New Baby

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/5641619534/in/photostream

A father proudly holds his new baby as  older siblings closely watch.


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[Elecraft] New signal generator XG3

[Bill Hammond]

Looks like the Elecraft pipeline of equipment runs over..just noticed, not a 
kit.  
>From www.elecraft.com : "1.5-1400 MHz; 1.5-200 MHz calibrated output level. 12 
>frequency memories, computer controllable, -107, -73, -33 and 0 dBm output 
>levels. 4.3 x 2.5 x 0.8"


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Re: [Elecraft] T1

[Bill Hammond]

Pawlu,
I believe the software is all contained in the MCU, U1 MCU,16F876A and loaded 
at Altos.  I took mine apart and it is marked T1 1.07.  I assume that is the 
software designation.   I have looked at  the Elecraft pages concerning the T1 
and can find no reference to software changes.  If there are later versions 
there is no reference.  Unless you have PIC programming experience and the 
proper programming jig, you may have issues loading new code. Perhaps a note to 
Elecraft service could clear up this question?
Cheers,
Bill



On Feb 13, 2011, at 12:30 PM, Pawlu wrote:

> Mike, sorry its the T1 automatic atu. It is not on their list
> 
> 
> 
> On 13 February 2011 17:05, Mike  wrote:
> 
>> Pawlu -
>> 
>> If you mean the W1 it's here.
>> http://www.elecraft.com/software/elecraft_software_page.htm
>> 
>> 73, Mike NF4L
>> 
>> On 2/13/2011 7:58 AM, Pawlu wrote:
>>> Hi,
>>> Anyone knows where I can download the software for the T1 please
>>> ______
>>> Elecraft mailing list
>>> 

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Re: [Elecraft] K-Line

[Bill Hammond]

The KPA-500 looks unchanged from this June 2010 photo:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4691125211/

I do see a April, May ship date and the price posted.  This is a change from 
the Winter 2010 date  mentioned in the June photograph.
Good to see the "K" line all together.
73,
Bill
AK5X


On Feb 13, 2011, at 9:53 AM, Mike wrote:

> Here's a shot of the "K-Line" at the Orlando hamfest.
> 
> http://nf4l.com/kline.htm
> 
> 73, Mike NF4L
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] K3_Firmware

[Bill Hammond]

My sn 00069 works great :)

On Jan 7, 2011, at 10:16 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote:

>  Ken,
> 
> No problem that I know of.  Use the latest K3 Utility.
> He is missing a lot of function that he could have had long ago.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> On 1/7/2011 11:11 AM, Ken Roberson wrote:
>> Hello All,
>> 
>> I have a fellow ham that has an older K3,
>> S/N in the low 1000's , Is there any problem's
>> if I load the new firmware on his K3 ??
>> 
>> 73 Ken K5DNL
>> 
>> K3-S/N 1354&  K3-S/N 4549
>> 
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] P3 # 817 gets a new front panel

[Bill Hammond]

Rich, Your the first person to comment.  I'm guessing it was a small batch that 
was off the mark...800-850...funny there are not others commenting.
73, Bill


On Dec 19, 2010, at 5:18 PM, K3RWN wrote:

> I concur with all.  #836 was mated with its new panel last night.
> 
> Rich
> 
> 
> 

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[Elecraft] P3 # 817 gets a new front panel

[Bill Hammond]

Last week I received an email that Elecraft was shipping me a new front panel 
for my P3 because they had discovered a problem with the button hole size 
height. on some panels  The instructions indicated that before replacing the 
panel measure the old panel to be sure a replacement was needed. I measured see 
photo below, mine is off so now I will replace my front panel. The correct hole 
height is .23"h mine is .280"h. (.050" too high).

 So I am repairing a problem I didn't know I had because of quality control at 
Elecraft (at no cost). Just find someone else that would do that...I am an 
Elecraft fan for life... 

Here is the measurement (note I measured the opening in the new panel as .223" 
and that is what is set on the digital caliper instrument.:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/5274742488/

73 and Seasons Greetings Elecrafter's
Bill

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[Elecraft] P3 and the ZL8X pile-up

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http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/5192346478/

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[Elecraft] OT what the heck is this?

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/?saved=1

It has been there for years, but isn't really a problem until someone happens 
to be on that frequency and you want to talk to them. Like this morning when 
FO8RZ was working up 1 from 28.002 and with the receiver set on 28.003 I had 
the pleasure of listening to this repetitive tone until I worked him :) 

So what the heck is it??  Obviously local, it is always there and never misses 
a beat.  I have pulled the big switch and listening with a battery powered rig, 
it is still there.  I assume some consumer product uses 10 meters for some 
unknown purpose...ever encounter this Elecrafters?




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T1
WISH LIST:
KPA-500
Remote weatherproof tuner
100 " tower  :)

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[Elecraft] OT QRZ.com is up again..

[Bill Hammond]

Just started working again from my QTH anyway.

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[Elecraft] OT What Elecraft is up to this weekend---HamCom 2010

[Bill Hammond]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/sets/72157624253942974/

This is a collection of photographs from HamCom 2010 in Plano, Texas.  It has 
one more day to run Saturday June 11, 2010.
That new 500 Watt amplifier is impressive.



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[Elecraft] K3 DSP change out

[Bill Hammond]

I replaced the K3 DSP board yesterday.  So far, I am delighted with the new 
noise level.  I have always been a bit disappointed in the old noise 
level/quality preferring the K2 receiver in the noise department.  

The replacement DSP card came with no instructions.   if you replace yours, I 
suggest that you download the "KRX3 Installation manual" .  The first 15 or so 
pages will get you where you need to be.  I also added the KXV3A board to my K3 
just in case I can't live without the P3 when it arrives.  :)

I took a few pictures of the operation available here:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/

You are welcome to look at all of the photographs but the first ten shots deal 
with the replacement including a short video of the test after installation.

Now, off to the mail with the old DSP card.

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Re: [Elecraft] OT Local QRN what is it? UPDATE!

[Bill Hammond]

Thank you Elecraft reflector members for all of the great suggestions on this 
QRN problem..  With your help I was able to locate the problem.   I would of 
not found it without your help.

Now, I have no idea what to do about the issue, perhaps nothing.  I now know 
the source.

It's my neighbors treadmill.  We share a power transformer (underground 
utilities).  Although I bet the noise is from a motor arching and most likely 
is radiating at the motor as opposed to being carried on the power line.  I 
have hope as he is not a ultra marathon runner and his runs rarely cause a QRT 
of over an hour.  

If you want to hear the sound click on the Flickr link: 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4279625626/in/photostream/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4279577818/in/photostream/

Thank you again list members for allowing me to tap the collective :)
73,
Bill
AK5X


On Jan 16, 2010, at 1:34 PM, Bill Hammond wrote:

> I have been chasing this noise in my urban neighborhood for several years 
> now.  It usually visits during the daylight hours and stays for several 
> hours. It has a rhythm and is across all frequencies and bands.  I have 
> pulled the big switch in my house and the noise is still with me (listening 
> on battery powered rigs).  Neighbors on all sides of my city sized lot  have 
> swimming pools and my first suspicion is noise generated by circulation 
> pumps. 
> 
> Here are two  recordings (on a K3 of coarse).  Why not ask the most 
> discriminating radio fans in the world their opinions on the source? 
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4279625626/in/photostream/
> 
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4279577818/in/photostream/
> 
> 
> Bill Hammond-AK5X
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> a...@sbcglobal.net
> K3 #69
> K2/100 #4637
> K1 #2033
> KX1 #1023
> T1
> 
> 
> 
> 

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[Elecraft] OT Local QRN what is it?

[Bill Hammond]

I have been chasing this noise in my urban neighborhood for several years now.  
It usually visits during the daylight hours and stays for several hours. It has 
a rhythm and is across all frequencies and bands.  I have pulled the big switch 
in my house and the noise is still with me (listening on battery powered rigs). 
 Neighbors on all sides of my city sized lot  have swimming pools and my first 
suspicion is noise generated by circulation pumps. 

Here are two  recordings (on a K3 of coarse).  Why not ask the most 
discriminating radio fans in the world their opinions on the source? 

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4279625626/in/photostream/


http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4279577818/in/photostream/


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Re: [Elecraft] Hats

[Bill Hammond]

Hats, hats, we don't need no "stinkin" hats!!!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4277091489/

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 owners that have built a K2

[Bill Hammond]

Check my signature plate on the bottom...many, many, many of us K3  
owners have the earlier rigs (with no plans of selling them) :)
On Dec 22, 2009, at 2:18 PM, Jeff Kinzli N6GQ wrote:

> My K2 #5945 holds a special place in my heart :) It was a blast to
> build and still fun to use.
>
> My K3 #476 has traveled a lot with me, and is my radio of choice.
>
> I'd still like to do a KX1 one of these days...that's one neat  
> little radio.
>
> Jeff N6GQ
>
> On Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 07:25, Gary D Krause   
> wrote:
>> After seeing a recent post about building a K2, I'm wondering how  
>> many K3
>> owners have actually built a K2?  It would seem that some kind of  
>> right of
>> passage should be given to those people that have built a K2 or  
>> even a K1,
>> before purchasing a K3.  Maybe a sticker that they can put on their  
>> K3 or a
>> special certificate to hang on the wall?  Of course, I'm excluding  
>> those that
>> can't build because, of physical dissability.  I'm just thinking of  
>> all the
>> fun that they missed building a K2 and perhaps they would  
>> appreciate the K3
>> even more.  Just trying to stir the pot. ;-)
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[Elecraft] K3 The joy of Morse code

[Bill Hammond]

Good Morning!!  No real subject here.  just a link to a video I just  
made to the joy of Morse code, DX and a wonderful radio with new knobs.
What could be better?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4176778464/


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Re: [Elecraft] Part substitution & transistor/FET spec list

[Bill Hammond]

Usually a quick Google search will return several choices.  Search for  
"2N substitution". I tried it and got several choices.  You can  
usually search for the exact device and get the entire specification  
to compair.
73,
AK5X

Sent from my iPhone

On Dec 8, 2009, at 2:00 PM, Kevin Rock  wrote:

> I am working my way through Wes Hayward's book "EMRFD" along with  
> Doug DeMaw's book "W1FB's QRP Notebook" and am creating a new part  
> order.  Yes, I will receive discrete parts for my Christmas  
> present.  Since I needed something to put under the tree a nice box  
> from Mouser would look just fine.  However, I have run into an  
> impasse.  I need some 2N4416s and some BB104s and find them either  
> as scarce as hen's teeth or dear enough to make Croesus cringe.   
> Thus my request from this auspicious group.  Audacious may be more  
> accurate :) but I digress.  Long ago (circa 1969) I had a manual for  
> substitutions of various transistors.  Said manual held substitution  
> charts and specs for a variety of bipolar transistors.  I was  
> wondering if there are any online sources of material similar to  
> this manual.  Barring that could anyone offer some available and  
> inexpensive (think cheap, I am a radio amateur and there are  
> traditions to uphold!) parts which would fit into the circuits I am  
> trying t
> o craft without too much bias fiddling, reactance matching, or other  
> such work arounds.  I have some BB105s on the way from W0EB but they  
> do not have the range of the BB104s (24 - 42 pF as compared to ~1.8  
> - 2.8 pF)  Varactors seem to be getting as scarce as the old  
> fashioned variable capacitors unless one wants SMT.  Soon I will be  
> using more SMT but for now I would like to have larger parts.
>
> My queries:
> 1) A varactor with a range similar to the BB104 in a leaded form.   
> If leaded is not available I will go with SMT.
> 2) Lists of transistors and FETs with fT and power ratings, etc.  I  
> want to explore VHF and UHF VFOs even though I do not hope to tame  
> one.  Much like tilting at windmills impossible challenges are  
> interesting and pleasurable pursuits.  I am not mad (at least that  
> is what the voices told me :)
>   Thank you for any assistance offered.
>  73,
> Kevin.  KD5ONS
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[Elecraft] K3 Knobs

[Bill Hammond]

If you want to see what all the knob fuss is about, I have posted a  
picture here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ak5x/4160684190/

Even with cracked knobs my radio works fine you really need to look  
hard to see what the fuss is about.

Elecraft has addressed the issue admirably as they do with any issue  
brought to their attention.


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Re: [Elecraft] FTP Site Problem?

[Bill Hammond]

I had problems from my Mac using Safari but moved to a Windows  
platform downloaded to a flash drive and then moved to the Mac to  
installKudos to the developer of the NR improvements...a much  
needed upgrade in my view...night and day in fact.

On Aug 29, 2009, at 7:12 PM, list1 wrote:

> I copied the URL and pasted it at the top of IE in the destination  
> box and
> then it worked.
> Steve, W2MY
>
> -Original Message-
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> Subject: [Elecraft] FTP Site Problem?
>
>
> Is anybody else unable to download the firmware from the FTP Site?
>
>
>
> I have not been able to download yesterday or today.
>
>
>
> Rich
>
> K3RWN
>
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[Elecraft] K3 "err PL1 message"?

[Bill Hammond]

I  am getting an "err PL1" message on all bands above 20 meters.  I  
followed the calibrate Synthesizer procedure with an "ERR VCO 5"  
result and the loss of all bands above 30 meters.   That should teach  
me J  I thinking Elecraft has implemented a lousy band detector in  
the latest software.   If not, any suggestions?

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Re: [Elecraft] Single band QRP rig

[Bill Hammond]

All of your answers will be opinion based like mine herebut I'm  
thinking 10 MHZ for both DX and rag chewing QRP.

On Feb 28, 2009, at 10:49 AM, Mike Short wrote:

> If I built a single band QRP CW rig, what would be the best overall  
> band to
> select?
>
> Mike Short
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