Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Delivery Delays
So you must be part of the topic mafia - those who are too lazy to use the delete key for topics they have no interest in or more likely topics which hurt their feelings. Doug Free Climbing - The ultimate test of strength and technique. -Original Message- Please do not start the Elecraft bashing again please, if you do not like the way Elecraft works with all of us. I wish you the best with your Flex 6600M and amplifier and that you have all the fun with it as we are having with ours. 73's Paul Van Dyke K4D #76 -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] shipping KPA1500?
What does Elecraft charge for shipping the KPA 1500 by USPS. Doug "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." Albert Einstein --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] shipping KPA1500?
I need to re-word my question. When returning a KPA 1500 for repair using USPS, how much is it costing? Doug "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." Albert Einstein -Original Message- What does Elecraft charge for shipping the KPA 1500 by USPS. Doug --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] Tinnitus and the K3 RX EQ and Related Variables
I have just ordered a pair of Kirkland hearing aids from Costco and I have two questions: 1. Are these behind the ear aids susceptible to high levels of RFI? 2. Kirkland/Costco offer two different sizes of behind the ear, a smaller one using type 312 batteries with a life of 4-5 days or a slightly larger one using a type13 battery with a life around 10 days. Both batteries are really cheap at $11.99 for 48. What has been people's experience? Doug "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." Albert Einstein --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] K4 Production Prognosis
Yes, but I might die before it ships. Doug "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." Albert Einstein -Original Message- No one will die if it ships late. Period. flame away.. Mike --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] (OT) Ca Fires
The big question is 'how much longer can Elecraft survive in California and have to move elsewhere". Doug -Original Message- Subject: Re: [Elecraft] (OT) Ca Fires No impact that I know of. Wayne N6KR > On Nov 2, 2019, at 12:19 PM, Jim H via Elecraft wrote: > > Hi, > > Just wondering how the CA fires are affecting Elecraft? > Jim h.k7...@aol.com -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT: Metric system
Center and Centre are interchangeable. They mean the same. Although Canadian I use the American center, liter and kilometer; to me it makes sense. Spell it like it sounds. In Canada we still buy lumber 2 x 4 in 8 ft lengths and sheets 4 x 8. We need two set of wrenches Imperial and Metric. Should have stayed with US units as America is our largest trading partner. Doug "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." Albert Einstein -Original Message- For what it's worth, metric units outside of the US are often spelled differently. For example, "litre" rather than the US-spelt "liter", or "kilometre" rather than the US term "kilometer". A "meter" is a device on an instrument panel! This is likely a UK or European holdover. Similarly, in Canada, when talking about a "center" (US), we write it as "centre". A "centre" is a place or an institution, for example a community centre, or a university research centre. "Center" means the middle of something, like the center of a photograph or the center of a line. Just my two cents on this off-topic but interesting discussion! 73, Kevin VE7ZD --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3s For Sale
For sale Elecraft K3S Transceiver. I am in the process of downsizing due to my age and wish to sell my spare K3S. It resides in Canada and would appeal to a VE as Canadian tax has been paid. Also I have shipped many items to the USA and world wide. Shipping is with the original Elecraft box. Here are the specs: Mint and loaded with maybe 1 hour receive only. Serial # 10619. Factory built and tested with the following: KPA3A-F 100W KAT3A-F ATU E850323-F 5 ppm Oscillator KFL3A-2.7K-F 2.7 Filter KBPF3A-F General Coverage RX KDVR3-F Digital Voice Recorder KFL3A-2.1K-IR-F 2.1 kHz 8 pole filter KFL3A-400-IR-F 400 Hz 8 pole filter KFL3B-FM-IR-F FM 8 pole filter KRX3A-F 2nd RX KFL3A-2.7-F 2.7 kHz 5 pole filter $5343 USD invested. If interested contact me directly at ve...@sasktel.net Doug --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Delivery of the K4
I understand many companies are leaving California. Hint, hint. Doug Free Climbing - The ultimate test of strength and technique. -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Al Lorona Sent: January-05-21 7:47 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Delivery of the K4 If by 'most infectious' you mean highest number of cases per 100K residents in the last 7 days, that distinction goes to Arizona. If you mean most deaths per 100K in the last 7 days, CA isn't even close to Kansas in the top spot. But we Californians know what you meant, and thanks for the sympathy. Source: CDC COVID Data Tracker. Al W6LX On Tuesday, January 5, 2021, 03:54:54 PM PST, Paul Van Dyke wrote: Considering that California is now the most infectious state in the United States for Covid-19, I suspect the Eric and Wayne have their hands full just being alive, and making sure their, friends, family, employees are staying alive they have been through going through living h*** for over a year.. Paul - KB9AVO __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to alor...@sbcglobal.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to ve...@sasktel.net -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Unsoldering
Anyone using this? Comments. S-993A 110V 90W electric vacuum desoldering pump solder sucker gun. Doug --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3 RX EQ Settings
Have a new K3S and need to find the best settings. What are people using for their SSB and CW RX EQ 8 band settings. Same for the SSB Lo and Hi cut points. What seems to be the best NR settings. Thanks Doug/VA5DX "Only the fool sayeth there is no God." - From the movie 'The Miracle of Our Lady of Fatima'. --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3 Shipping Box
I make my own shipping boxes. I describe my procedure below which in reality is much easier and faster than it reads. I have employed this to ship by post office quite a few radios and power supplies (i.e. Collins and Drake gear) and have not had any damage. I have found the Styrofoam used here to be very 'forgiving'. You need to 'float' the item in a single shipping box. Select a box that is at least 2" wider on each side, top and bottom and 3-4" wider front and back. Get some solid Styrofoam insulation, preferably 2" thick; 1" thick will work. Make a template of the rig's front or back for size. Measure the inside of the box's front and back for height and width. With this measurement cut two pieces of the Styrofoam board using utility knife. Center the template from above on the Styrofoam board, mark and cut out the opening. Slide the two Styrofoam boards onto the rig, say 1", one front and one back. You may have to partially notch the board to accept the rigs feet. It should be a firm fit. Place the rig into the box. It should be a firm fit and the two Styrofoam board supports will 'float' the rig in the box. The Styrofoam board support boards and rig need to be secured in place. Once the rig is floating in the box, it will become obvious where additional blocking needs to take place. Take other pieces of Styrofoam, cut to size to go between the rigs front (2) and back (2), glued to the box, and resting on the outside edges of the rig away from any knobs. This will prevent the rig from sliding forward or rearward. Now take other pieces of Styrofoam, cut to size and glue inside to the box sides (3 per side) to hold the Styrofoam board supporting the rig in place. You can add bubble wrap, crumbled paper, peanuts, foam to fill the openings, front, back, sides, top and bottom. I also try to place the rig inside a plastic bag to reduce any chances of scratching. Doug/VA5DX -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W1GO (Joe) Sent: February-18-17 7:19 PM To: James Setzler Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Shipping Box James I had to send my KPA500 (including transformer) back to Elecraft from NY. My KPA500 was a kit so, like you, I had to figure out the best packaging. The KPA500 is much heavier than the K3s, so if you package as has been recommended (i.e. 2 inches peanuts or bubble pack on all sides and no movement), you should be fine. And, be sure to get the correct amount of insurance. By the way, the packaging sent back from Elecraft had absolutely no peanuts or bubble wrap; it wasn't needed. The two big foam end pieces held the KPA500 rock solid in the box; There's no way I'm throwing that box and foam pieces away. Good luck, Joe W1GO --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT: Ground rods and concrete
That myth refuses to die. I have 5 concrete tower bases with ground rods partially encased and never a worry about an exploding base. Doug -Original Message- -NEVER- encase a ground rod in concrete ... especially a tower base. As a retired 2-way radio tech, I'm aware of two towers that had to be re-installed because of lightening strikes exploding their concrete bases. 73! Ken - K0PP --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?
Heathkit recommended the "bad practice" saying "solder the leads to the foil and cut off the excess lead lengths". Reprimanding a technician for doing this is insane. Doug "Political correctness is a weapon used to silence people who tell the truth" - Ayaan Hirsi Ali -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of James F. Boehner MD via Elecraft Sent: March-25-18 9:33 AM To: 'JEROME SODUS'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trimbefore or after soldering? Jerome, Now this is interesting. This is totally opposite of the way most of us were taught to solder. Among the kits I used to put together were Heathkit and Ramsey, both of whom recommended securing the parts in place by spreading the leads, soldering, and then cutting the wires close to the solder blob, checking for shorts. I assume that goes for Elecraft also, but I have not built any of their radios as kits, so not sure. So how did NASA handle the potential difficulties? Did they have precut parts? Did the tech have to place the part in the board and cut the leads first? If the part was loose, how was it held close to the board, owing to the fact that holding the solder and the iron took two hands? What if the lead length was overestimated and potentially could cause a short? Could the wire be cut and the joint reheated, or did the part have to be removed, recut and reinserted? Just trying to picture the operation. '73 de JIM N2ZZ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of JEROME SODUS Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2018 11:40 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering? About Message#15 copied below Sorry but cutting wires after soldering is "bad practice"; NASA wanted the soldered connection left undisturbed. If I ever saw an assembler or tech doing that "bad practice", they'd get a verbal warning that first time and a written warning if it ever happened again; but I had good, conscientious people and never had to do that. So, tin the wires if needed; position the part and then trim wires before doing the final soldering. 73 Jerry KM3K Message: 15 Date: Sat, 24 Mar 2018 19:39:47 + From: Bill Johnson To: "ksto...@ac0h.net" , 'Mark Petrovic' , "Elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering? Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Follow the instructions and solder as directed. There are components on both sides as I recall with the majority on the top. The leads need be spread to hold the components in place on the board. Once done soldering use a flush cut wirecutter to remove the excess. Not a good idea to trim them before soldering. 72 & 73, Bill K9YEQ FT'er for K2, KX1, KX3, KXPA100, KAT500, W2, etc. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to jboehne...@yahoo.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to ve...@sasktel.net --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
