Re: [Elecraft] OT: Electronic curriculum for middle school wanted
Last September, I handed my then 12-year-old home-schooled son a copy of the ARRL book Tune in the World.. I had him go through it at his own pace, but with a deadline of approximately 6 weeks. I will admit, I wasn't using it as a course book, but it certainly did a good job of introducing him to basic electricity, etc. Later, in late October, he sat through one of the all-day No-Code classes. He said that the material was easier to handle having been introduced to it in the book first. And, of course, he nailed the exam. http://www.qrz.com/kg6wpe Anyway, I think it is a good intro. From here, I'm not sure what I'd use for a basic Electronics cirriculum, but I haven' lookd hard just yet.. Perhaps the Amateur Extra Study Guide? 73's, Chuck - n6dbt Note Craig Rairdin's stunning brilliance and Chuck's apt reply (gack!) From: Craig Rairdin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date sent: Thu, 11 Aug 2005 13:58:33 -0500 Subject:[Elecraft] OT: Electronic curriculum for middle school wanted We teach our kids at home and I'm looking for an electronics curriculum to use for science this year. The boys are 11 and 13 years old. I'd like something that covers the basics of electricity and electronics that includes some simple projects. In the end I'd like them to be able to take the Technician exam, so I'll have to supplement it with rules and operating practices. I'm also going to supplement it with basic home wiring just for fun. I'm not looking for a reference book, I'm looking for something that is intended to be taught from. It might even have student workbooks and other supplementary material. It doesn't have to be designed for home school; it can be designed for bigger classrooms or maybe even a teach yourself electronics book that includes projects. Ultimately (here's where we tie into topic of the Elecraft list) I'll have them each build a K1 or KX1 but there's a lot to learn before we get there. Any suggestions? Craig NZ0R K1 #1966 K2 #4941 KPA100 starting final testing this weekend (waiting for my eBay watt meter/dummy load) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Peter Halpin - SK
This is from last weeks ARRL Letter, in case anyone missed it. I didn't see mention in the archives, so I thought I'd post it. Chuck - n6dbt * Pete Halpin, PH1PH/G7ECN, SK: Pete Halpin, PH1PH/G7ECN, of Hengelo, the Netherlands, died June 8. The co-developer with Simon Brown, HB9DRV, of the freeware Ham Radio Deluxe transceiver-control package, Halpin was considered its support and services guru. Licensed in 1982, Halpin was a retired aircraft technician who, in Brown's words, devoted copious free time to this project. He will be missed by everyone involved with Ham Radio Deluxe. The Radio Society of Great Britain recognized Brown and Halpin last year for their significant contribution to the development of Amateur Radio technology. Halpin also has received awards from the QRP Amateur Radio Club International, one for his low-power successes on 6 meters. He was a past director of No Code International. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Premature Emails on the Amp $$$
Being on e of the lucky folks that saw this jewel, I can say while it has indeed been shown (albeit to a select audience) it has not been announced. I haven't seen one email yet from our Buds in Aptos. When I saw it, Eric was looking for comment, input, and reaction. The unit was still being tested and evaluated, and his taget date was Dayton. Sounds like he's on track for that. Cut some slack guys. It will be worth the wait. I know...I know...it's tough. Chuck Bland - n6dbt Note Kevin Rock's stunning brilliance and Chuck's apt reply (gack!) To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:Re: [Elecraft] Premature Emails on the Amp $$$ From: Kevin Rock [EMAIL PROTECTED] Organization: El Nath Company Date sent: Mon, 25 Apr 2005 13:49:12 -0700 Normally Elecraft announces a product and then is open for comments and questions. This time the product has been announced and shown but we only get information from the folks who saw it at the hamfest. I wonder why they decided upon this route instead of the normal, full disclosure? Kevin. On Mon, 25 Apr 2005 16:41:16 -0400, David [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: yes you are right we should wait for Eric and Wayne to talk first but it is hard to wait -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.10.2 - Release Date: 4/21/2005 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Now that we know
I've know Bob since he wasn't retardederrr...retired. He's always had the propensity to wax eloquent.. Chuck - n6dbt Note Bud Rogers's stunning brilliance and Chuck's apt reply (gack!) From: Bud Rogers [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:Re: [Elecraft] Now that we know Date sent: Sun, 17 Apr 2005 18:04:13 -0500 On Monday 18 April 2005 17:45, Robert Tellefsen wrote: Well, there are folks who build wonderful pianos. There are very talented piano tuners. And then there are very fine piano players. I think of myself as a piano player :-) 73, Bob N6WG Never thought of it that way. I like your thinking, Bob. -- Bud Rogers[EMAIL PROTECTED] KD5SZ EM05vb K2 #4115 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] wiring motorola amplified speaker for K2
Tim, These speakers were designed to be driven by balanced audio. That's why the audio input names are a bit unusual. The squelch line was designed to mute the speaker, as was pointed-out in an earlier posting. I have had some trouble with mine being sensitive to RFI. I haven't got it licked yet, but I'm still trying. Chuck n6dbt #1924 Note Tim Logan's stunning brilliance and Chuck's apt reply (gack!) Date sent: Sat, 19 Feb 2005 16:44:21 -0700 From: Tim Logan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elec-Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:[Elecraft] wiring motorola amplified speaker for K2 I know some of you have used Motorola amplified speakers.I have one and the one thing is not clear. Two of the wires are referred to as audio up and audio down. The remaining 3 wires are for power supply and squelch..not sure how the two audio wires and squelch would get connected to a speaker jack for the K2..does this wiring resemble anyone's and if so how did you rig up the speaker? Thanks in advance. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Filter alignment
With my last few days of vacation time remaining, I decided to do one of those I'll do it later projects. Inspired by my shiny new Heil mic, I thought I'd visit all my filter calibrations and settings, as it hasn't been done since the original build. I've been to the Tech Notes page and saw Tom Hammond's updated procedures, as well as the one using a spreadsheet. So I'm asking you guys that have done this a lot and those who have done it recently. Should I use another procedure besides those posted? Comments? Chuck - n6dbt ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] BUG night - new year's Eve
This three-way QSO was interrupted by N6KR (SK) who was using, yup, a 1918 Cloverleaf blue racer --- A Four Leaf Clover QSO was created. I just saw Wayne, N6KR, in October!! When did he go SK? Chuck ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Mobile problems
Check out http://www.arrl.org/tis/info/rficar.html This is the ARRL Interference site. They have great articles on interference and link to manufacturers sites, like Ford. Worth your time. Chuck n6dbt ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraftHelp: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
