Re: [Elecraft] K3 settings question

2024-10-08 Thread Ian Kahn
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Re: [Elecraft] OT: W9WDX Racing in the Air at Pennzoil 400

2024-03-01 Thread Ian Kahn
Isn't 14.6 MHz outside the amateur allocation on 20m?

Ian, NV4C

On Fri, Mar 1, 2024, 1:26 PM Tim Tucker  wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I'm activating the Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway usingrhe
> Elecraft KX3 and KXPA100.  I'll mostly be around 14.6mhz for a few hours
> during the day all weekend if you'd like to make the contact.
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA500

2023-06-05 Thread Ian Kahn
There are also taps inside the KPA500 that need to be set correctly, for
the voltage you wish to use. The assembly manual fully describes setting
the taps appropriately, for your desired voltage.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Jun 5, 2023, 10:58 AM Irwin KD3TB  wrote:

> Joe,
> On the back of the KPA 500 you will find a fuse plug. You will switch this
> between voltages using different fusses. Be careful to use the correct
> fusses for the specific voltage. You can find the directions in the manual.
>
> Irwin KD3TB
>
> On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 7:03 AM Josep via Elecraft <
> elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
> wrote:
>
> > Hi guys,
> > just a question.I have recently bought a KPA500 (#0762) in the US.I
> > have another one at home that a friend of mine built for me in the US.I
> > know the amplifier works 100-120VAC and 200-240VAC so the question is if
> I
> > need to switch some kinda interruptor inside the amplifier.I need to know
> > that so when it comes here I can check wether its set, to 110VAC or
> 240VAC,
> > and correct it if needed.
> > Thanks for help.
> >
> >
> > 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] JS8call

2023-05-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Clarification - they run DATA or USB. I apologize for the omission in my
first reply.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, May 29, 2023, 9:08 PM Ian Kahn  wrote:

> Karl,
>
> Just one correction for you - the WSJT-X modes, of which JS8Call is a
> branch, all run upper side band, regardless of which band/frequency you're
> using.
>
> 73 de,
>
> Ian, NV4C
>
> On Mon, May 29, 2023, 6:14 PM Karl W Hubbard via Elecraft <
> elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> Is there an up-to-date source in the Elecraft community  for the Elecraft
>> KX3 on how to install/runJS8Call version 2.2.0  from scratch outthere?
>>
>> I have the standard KX3-PX3-KXPA100 set up with the latestfirm ware
>> updates connected to my laptop with Windows 11 10thgeneration Intel
>> processor etc.  computervia the  final RS232 outlet on the KPA100with the
>> 3.5 mm and USB cable that has two lights a green and a red light onthe USB
>> plug.
>>
>> I down loaded the latest version of JS8call, entered my callsign and the
>> grid, but I keep getting a failure message “hamlib could notconnect to the
>> rig.”
>>
>> I can not select from the menu the 7.078 frequency to post inthe upper
>> left corner.
>>
>> There is no signal strength vertical bar indicator lightingup on the
>> transmit window in the lower left of the computer screen.
>>
>> When I select mode on the KX3, do I select a data mode orkeep it on the
>> LSB for the 40 meter band?
>>
>> The red transmit light on the KX3 does not illuminate when Itry to send a
>> message from JS8Call. Is this dependent on a VOX setting?
>>
>> Test send on CAT always indicates red or failure to send.
>>
>> Do I need a Signalink soundcard to make this connection? Ihave one wired
>> for the KX3 but really don’t want to use it as I already haveenough wires
>> all over the place. I thought these modern high end computers alreadyhave a
>> built in sound card.
>>
>> As a very frustrated owner of KX3s because of antenna and 100Wpower
>> limitations, I had decided to try to try some QSO’s using FS8call. I
>> havebeen able to sign in on the Sunday night  3.784  9:00EST Elecraft net
>> call-in only two occasions,admittedly with the poor bands.
>>
>> Nothing in Caddy’s book, and the You Tube videos are aFrankensteinian
>> patchwork of outdated limited context how tos. Am I under afalse
>> impression, but isn’t FS8Call essentially a game changer on the HF
>> communications,the comeback in CW notwithstanding? Does Elecraft need to
>> put out anupdate/addendum on how to configure this mode like it did for
>> PSK31, RTTY , andCW etc?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks for any suggestions, even those that are “sillyrabbit, didn’t you
>> know that you have to do this_?”
>>
>> 73’s
>>
>> Karl,  AF5LQ
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] JS8call

2023-05-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Karl,

Just one correction for you - the WSJT-X modes, of which JS8Call is a
branch, all run upper side band, regardless of which band/frequency you're
using.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, May 29, 2023, 6:14 PM Karl W Hubbard via Elecraft <
elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:

>
> Is there an up-to-date source in the Elecraft community  for the Elecraft
> KX3 on how to install/runJS8Call version 2.2.0  from scratch outthere?
>
> I have the standard KX3-PX3-KXPA100 set up with the latestfirm ware
> updates connected to my laptop with Windows 11 10thgeneration Intel
> processor etc.  computervia the  final RS232 outlet on the KPA100with the
> 3.5 mm and USB cable that has two lights a green and a red light onthe USB
> plug.
>
> I down loaded the latest version of JS8call, entered my callsign and the
> grid, but I keep getting a failure message “hamlib could notconnect to the
> rig.”
>
> I can not select from the menu the 7.078 frequency to post inthe upper
> left corner.
>
> There is no signal strength vertical bar indicator lightingup on the
> transmit window in the lower left of the computer screen.
>
> When I select mode on the KX3, do I select a data mode orkeep it on the
> LSB for the 40 meter band?
>
> The red transmit light on the KX3 does not illuminate when Itry to send a
> message from JS8Call. Is this dependent on a VOX setting?
>
> Test send on CAT always indicates red or failure to send.
>
> Do I need a Signalink soundcard to make this connection? Ihave one wired
> for the KX3 but really don’t want to use it as I already haveenough wires
> all over the place. I thought these modern high end computers alreadyhave a
> built in sound card.
>
> As a very frustrated owner of KX3s because of antenna and 100Wpower
> limitations, I had decided to try to try some QSO’s using FS8call. I
> havebeen able to sign in on the Sunday night  3.784  9:00EST Elecraft net
> call-in only two occasions,admittedly with the poor bands.
>
> Nothing in Caddy’s book, and the You Tube videos are aFrankensteinian
> patchwork of outdated limited context how tos. Am I under afalse
> impression, but isn’t FS8Call essentially a game changer on the HF
> communications,the comeback in CW notwithstanding? Does Elecraft need to
> put out anupdate/addendum on how to configure this mode like it did for
> PSK31, RTTY , andCW etc?
>
>
>
> Thanks for any suggestions, even those that are “sillyrabbit, didn’t you
> know that you have to do this_?”
>
> 73’s
>
> Karl,  AF5LQ
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Starting to Ship K3 & K3S Option Last Time Buy Orders (3/1/23)

2023-05-02 Thread Ian Kahn
My KIO3B and KSYN3A came three weeks ago. I installed them over this past
weekend. I was an early order after the "last chance" notice came out, and
paid in full at the time of my order, if that matters.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Tue, May 2, 2023, 4:15 PM Ted Edwards W3TB  wrote:

> Watching for P3SVGA.  De W3TB
>
> On Tue, May 2, 2023 at 14:27 Mark Musick  wrote:
>
> > Hi Gary,
> > Not to worry. I just received my KIO3B kit. I'm still waiting on the
> other
> > options I ordered.
> > When they get to you on the list you'll receive an email confirming your
> > order and any amount due.
> > Then you will receive an email with the tracking number.
> >
> > 73,
> > Mark, WB9CIF
> >
> > -Original Message-
> > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net  >
> > On Behalf Of n6...@outlook.com
> > Sent: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 7:12 PM
> > To: Eric Swartz ; Wayne Burdick ;
> > Elecraft Reflector 
> > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Starting to Ship K3 & K3S Option Last Time Buy
> > Orders (3/1/23)
> >
> > Eric and Wayne,
> >
> > It's now been a full 2 months/ 8 weeks since the last update on K3/K3s
> > option orders. Can we please get a current update? In the March 1 email
> > about K3 & K3S options some were reported as expected to ship by the end
> of
> > March including kits I'm waiting for yet I haven't received any
> > communications from Elecraft in the weeks since.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Gary N6LRV
> >
> > 
> > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net  >
> > on behalf of Eric Swartz 
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 7:04 PM
> > To: Elecraft list 
> > Subject: [Elecraft] Starting to Ship K3 & K3S Option Last Time Buy Orders
> > (3/1/23)
> >
> > Some good news now as we are beginning to ship K3 & K3S Option orders! I
> > apologize for the dearth of updates over the weeks since our last update
> -
> > We've had our heads down solving production issues and unexpected parts
> > shortages with the K3 & K3S options and our main products while managing
> > our regular product production flow.
> >
> > On top of that, the large number of last time buy K3 & K3S option orders
> > now shipping is putting a heavy load on our sales department as we
> confirm
> > order info and work through the shipping process, which is on top of
> their
> > daily work managing all our our regular K4, KX products and Amplifier
> order
> > & shipping flow. (Madelyn and Michelle are amazing..)
> >
> > *KIO3B & KSYN3A* - Now Shipping (finally!):
> > We received *100%* of both items late last week from our Calif. PCB
> > assembly subcontractor and we are testing, packaging and shipping them
> now.
> > This quantity will cover *all* of our deposit orders and most of our wait
> > list orders.
> >
> > Please be patient with us as both the KIO3B and KSYN3A  were extremely
> > popular and had a very large order response - they are at the very top of
> > our order list in quantity. Due to the large quantity of individual
> orders,
> > it shouldn't be a surprise that we will not ship all the orders
> instantly.
> > It will require a number of weeks as we step through the process of
> > contacting  everyone to confirm shipping info, collect their shipping
> costs
> > (and additional funds for 1/2 deposit orders) and to ship their orders.
> You
> > will know you are getting close to shipping when we contact you to
> confirm
> > everything.
> >
> > Once we finish the prepaid deposit orders, we'll be contacting our
> > waitlist orders and going through the same process to confirm shipping
> > info, collect funds etc. We will post here and via our newsletter much
> more
> > often as we work through the pile of orders. (% of deposit orders, and
> then
> > the same for waitlist orders. )
> >
> > *The above process will repeat as we work throughout our other option
> > orders.*
> >
> > *K144XV and K144RFLK:*
> > We have shipped 100% of our deposit orders for the K144XV and K144RFLK
> > options along with the majority of the waitlist orders who responded to
> our
> > emails. We have a few of these left. If you are on the waitlist for these
> > items and have not heard from us, please check your spam folder or
> contact
> > sa...@elecraft.com
> >
> > *P3TXMON: *
> > We are contacting customers and shipping the first batch of these now.
> We
> > also expect a second assembled circuit board delivery in 3-4 weeks that
> > will cover the remaining order backlog.
> >
> > *KAT3A:*
> > We have started shipping KAT3As and expect a second batch later this
> month
> > to complete shipping the backlog.
> >
> > *KBPF3A:*
> > In process and should arrive here and start shipping by the end of this
> > month.
> >
> > *KXV3B: *
> > In process and should arrive here and start shipping by the end of this
> > month.
> >
> > *K3EXREF:*  In process. We have the raw circuit boards in house and are
> > sourcing a few remaining parts for this board. If all goes well, these
> will
> > ship near the end of this month.
> >
> > *KDVR3:* In process. Currently sou

Re: [Elecraft] Starting to Ship K3 & K3S Option Last Time Buy Orders (3/1/23)

2023-04-17 Thread Ian Kahn
I got my KIO3B and KSYN3A kits about 10 days ago. I just need the time to
install them.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Apr 17, 2023, 9:35 PM n6...@outlook.com  wrote:

> Eric and Wayne,
>
> may we please get an update to the March 1 status of K3 & K3S options?
> Some were reported then as expected to ship by the end of March including
> the kits I'm still waiting for.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Gary
>
> 
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> on behalf of Eric Swartz 
> Sent: Wednesday, March 1, 2023 7:04 PM
> To: Elecraft list 
> Subject: [Elecraft] Starting to Ship K3 & K3S Option Last Time Buy Orders
> (3/1/23)
>
> Some good news now as we are beginning to ship K3 & K3S Option orders! I
> apologize for the dearth of updates over the weeks since our last update -
> We've had our heads down solving production issues and unexpected parts
> shortages with the K3 & K3S options and our main products while managing
> our regular product production flow.
>
> On top of that, the large number of last time buy K3 & K3S option orders
> now shipping is putting a heavy load on our sales department as we confirm
> order info and work through the shipping process, which is on top of their
> daily work managing all our our regular K4, KX products and Amplifier order
> & shipping flow. (Madelyn and Michelle are amazing..)
>
> *KIO3B & KSYN3A* - Now Shipping (finally!):
> We received *100%* of both items late last week from our Calif. PCB
> assembly subcontractor and we are testing, packaging and shipping them now.
> This quantity will cover *all* of our deposit orders and most of our wait
> list orders.
>
> Please be patient with us as both the KIO3B and KSYN3A  were extremely
> popular and had a very large order response - they are at the very top of
> our order list in quantity. Due to the large quantity of individual orders,
> it shouldn't be a surprise that we will not ship all the orders instantly.
> It will require a number of weeks as we step through the process of
> contacting  everyone to confirm shipping info, collect their shipping costs
> (and additional funds for 1/2 deposit orders) and to ship their orders. You
> will know you are getting close to shipping when we contact you to confirm
> everything.
>
> Once we finish the prepaid deposit orders, we'll be contacting our waitlist
> orders and going through the same process to confirm shipping info, collect
> funds etc. We will post here and via our newsletter much more often as we
> work through the pile of orders. (% of deposit orders, and then the same
> for waitlist orders. )
>
> *The above process will repeat as we work throughout our other option
> orders.*
>
> *K144XV and K144RFLK:*
> We have shipped 100% of our deposit orders for the K144XV and K144RFLK
> options along with the majority of the waitlist orders who responded to our
> emails. We have a few of these left. If you are on the waitlist for these
> items and have not heard from us, please check your spam folder or contact
> sa...@elecraft.com
>
> *P3TXMON: *
> We are contacting customers and shipping the first batch of these now.  We
> also expect a second assembled circuit board delivery in 3-4 weeks that
> will cover the remaining order backlog.
>
> *KAT3A:*
> We have started shipping KAT3As and expect a second batch later this month
> to complete shipping the backlog.
>
> *KBPF3A:*
> In process and should arrive here and start shipping by the end of this
> month.
>
> *KXV3B: *
> In process and should arrive here and start shipping by the end of this
> month.
>
> *K3EXREF:*  In process. We have the raw circuit boards in house and are
> sourcing a few remaining parts for this board. If all goes well, these will
> ship near the end of this month.
>
> *KDVR3:* In process. Currently sourcing the DVR flash memory.
>
> *KPA3A:* In process. One delay is a sheet metal order delivery for the rear
> fan panels used with this option. We are expediting this.
>
> More updates soon (definitely sooner than this update) as we get closer to
> the assembled circuit board and sheet metal delivery dates and get more
> info on these and the other options.
> 73,
> Eric
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Re: [Elecraft] Starting to Ship K3 & K3S Option Last Time Buy Orders (3/1/23)

2023-03-02 Thread Ian Kahn
Eric,

This is great news! Thank you for the update.

I look forward to (hopefully) having my new boards in my hand and installed
before Field Day!

Regards,

Ian Kahn, NV4C


On Wed, Mar 1, 2023 at 10:12 PM Eric Swartz  wrote:

> Some good news now as we are beginning to ship K3 & K3S Option orders! I
> apologize for the dearth of updates over the weeks since our last update -
> We've had our heads down solving production issues and unexpected parts
> shortages with the K3 & K3S options and our main products while managing
> our regular product production flow.
>
> On top of that, the large number of last time buy K3 & K3S option orders
> now shipping is putting a heavy load on our sales department as we confirm
> order info and work through the shipping process, which is on top of their
> daily work managing all our our regular K4, KX products and Amplifier order
> & shipping flow. (Madelyn and Michelle are amazing..)
>
> *KIO3B & KSYN3A* - Now Shipping (finally!):
> We received *100%* of both items late last week from our Calif. PCB
> assembly subcontractor and we are testing, packaging and shipping them now.
> This quantity will cover *all* of our deposit orders and most of our wait
> list orders.
>
> Please be patient with us as both the KIO3B and KSYN3A  were extremely
> popular and had a very large order response - they are at the very top of
> our order list in quantity. Due to the large quantity of individual orders,
> it shouldn't be a surprise that we will not ship all the orders instantly.
> It will require a number of weeks as we step through the process of
> contacting  everyone to confirm shipping info, collect their shipping costs
> (and additional funds for 1/2 deposit orders) and to ship their orders. You
> will know you are getting close to shipping when we contact you to confirm
> everything.
>
> Once we finish the prepaid deposit orders, we'll be contacting our waitlist
> orders and going through the same process to confirm shipping info, collect
> funds etc. We will post here and via our newsletter much more often as we
> work through the pile of orders. (% of deposit orders, and then the same
> for waitlist orders. )
>
> *The above process will repeat as we work throughout our other option
> orders.*
>
> *K144XV and K144RFLK:*
> We have shipped 100% of our deposit orders for the K144XV and K144RFLK
> options along with the majority of the waitlist orders who responded to our
> emails. We have a few of these left. If you are on the waitlist for these
> items and have not heard from us, please check your spam folder or contact
> sa...@elecraft.com
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> *P3TXMON: *
> We are contacting customers and shipping the first batch of these now.  We
> also expect a second assembled circuit board delivery in 3-4 weeks that
> will cover the remaining order backlog.
>
> *KAT3A:*
> We have started shipping KAT3As and expect a second batch later this month
> to complete shipping the backlog.
>
> *KBPF3A:*
> In process and should arrive here and start shipping by the end of this
> month.
>
> *KXV3B: *
> In process and should arrive here and start shipping by the end of this
> month.
>
> *K3EXREF:*  In process. We have the raw circuit boards in house and are
> sourcing a few remaining parts for this board. If all goes well, these will
> ship near the end of this month.
>
> *KDVR3:* In process. Currently sourcing the DVR flash memory.
>
> *KPA3A:* In process. One delay is a sheet metal order delivery for the rear
> fan panels used with this option. We are expediting this.
>
> More updates soon (definitely sooner than this update) as we get closer to
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Re: [Elecraft] Stacking K3-line: variation on recent thread

2022-07-23 Thread Ian Kahn
If it were me, I'd go (bottom to top) KAT500-KPA500-K3.

Make sure to allow plenty of room around the stack for ventilation - at
least a couple of inches all around.

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> Perhaps I wasn't specific enough. I'm looking to stack them directly on top
> of each other, not on shelves. Which component goes on the bottom and which
> on top?
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Stacking KPA on KAT

2022-07-23 Thread Ian Kahn
Ditto James' answer. Not only is there no problem doing this, if I recall
correctly, they were designed for this use case.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sat, Jul 23, 2022, 11:36 AM James Bennett via Elecraft <
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> Paul,
>
> That’s exactly the way I’ve had my pair set up for years - works great.
>
> Jim / K7TXA
>
> > On Jul 23, 2022, at 9:33 AM, Paul Ecker  wrote:
> >
> > I am re-arranging the shack desk. Is anyone stacking the KPA500 on top of
> > the KAT 500? Any weight or heat issues ? Or is it ok to do?
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA500

2022-07-08 Thread Ian Kahn
Joseph,

There is no soldering required to assemble the KPA500. If you can use basic
tools (screwdrivers, pliers, etc.), you'll have no issue assembling it. The
assembly manual is also VERY well-written.

You should be fine assembling it yourself.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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wrote:

> Hi guys,
> I ordered (2 months ago) a KPA500 from Elecraft. I thought I have ordered
> assembled but looks like I have done it wrong and asked for kit.! Now I
> have received all the parts and will have to assemble it myself. I see it
> says no-soldering kit so I assume I just have to plug the modules in and
> go, is that right.? If more complicated, I will have to look for a
> professional as I don’t know much about electronics.! Hope I can fix it
> myself.
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 & Voice Keying From N1MM+

2022-06-16 Thread Ian Kahn
In this configuration, you may actually need to use the front panel mic
connector. I have a similar setup to yours, except I have the K3DVR in my
K3. I have my computer set up using the rear jacks, as you, for N1MM
Logger+ and other digital mode software connections. But, I've always used
my front mic connector with my headsets.

Another option, have you tried the right size and type splitter on the rear
mic jack? That might let you accomplish your goal, too.

Hope this helps.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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> I’m hoping someone on the reflector can tell me what I’m missing.
>
> I want to use my K3 with N1MM+ to play voice keying and record on-the-fly.
>
> I have found and successfully gone through a few different articles about
> doing this, only from the aspect of N1MM+ and the computer are detailed,
> but not to the radio (understandably since radios can differ greatly).  My
> K3 does not have the sound card module in it.  It is not a K3S
>
> I am using two 1/8” stereo cables I had on-hand, to go between the radio
> and the computer sound card.
>
> I have a cable from the K3, rear Speaker or Phones jack (both work) to the
> computer sound card Mic jack.  Recording from the radio to N1MM+ seems to
> work fine.
>
> The other cable comes from the computer sound card (regular) speaker jack
> to the K3.  If I put this in the (rear) Line In jack and turn on Spkrs+Mic,
> I get nothing.  No audio, nor keying the radio when having N1MM+ do
> playback.  If I put this cable into the K3 rear Mic jack (changing the K3
> to the rear mic), it does key the radio and I hear audio when having N1MM+
> do playback.  It sounds a bit distorted, but that could be a level
> adjustment from the computer.  The problem with this, is in using the rear
> Mic jack for the computer audio, I then have no front mic to use for my
> headset to actually carry on other parts of the QSO.
>
> I know that it is possible (I’ve seen it) to feed the computer audio sent
> from N1MM+ to a K3 *and* use a headset as well.  But I’m not able to get
> both to work.
>
> I have asked another ham, that successfully has this configured, how to do
> it, and he told me I only need 2 audio cables, to go between the computer
> sound card and the jacks on the rear of the K3.  That’s all.
>
> Any help would be greatly appreciated as I’m trying to get prepared for
> Field Day and started wrestling with this a week ago.
>
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Re: [Elecraft] The Most Interesting Ham in the World

2022-06-11 Thread Ian Kahn
The sun checks HIS numbers before going active.

He is...The Most Interesting Ham in the World.

73 de,

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On Sat, Jun 11, 2022, 8:13 PM W3AB/GEO  wrote:

> He posts about CW operating, and all of us then operate CW.
> He posts about collecting things other that electronic components.
>
> He is the The Most Interesting Ham in the World
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4 Vs. Flex 6400

2022-03-05 Thread Ian Kahn
Kurt,

A good starting point would be Rob Sherwood's receiver analysis. It can be
found at:

http://www.sherweng.com/table.html

I'm not sure/aware of anyone who performed direct transmitter comparisons.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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> Hi!
>
>  I was wondering whether there is anyone who has done a side-by-side
> comparison between the K4 and the Flex 6400 or any other Flex "direct to
> digital" radio?
>
>  Background: As it happens, I purchased a 6400, which I received
> about 9 months ago. I use it with a computer, but I had ordered a
> Maestro when I ordered the 6400. Unfortunately, the Maestro is still on
> back-order and will be until some time next year. When I checked with
> Elecraft, they said the delay time for a K4 was about 6 months (no, I
> won't hold them to that!). So, I'm wondering if it would be worth
> jumping to the K4. Mind you, I'm not unhappy with the Flex and, when I
> ordered it I had considered a K4, but it was outside my budget at that
> time. I'm rethinking that decision. Also, I've been an Elecraft fan for
> quite some time. At any rate, I'd like some opinions from experience and
> the only ones I have seen were written before the K4 was available. So,
> a little help would be appreciated! Thanks!
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Seeking input on 3rd-party microphones used with our transceivers

2022-01-30 Thread Ian Kahn
I currently use a Yamaha CM-500 with my K3 (s/n 261). In the past, I used a
Heil Proset 5.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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> If you're using a non-Elecraft mic with any of our radios (K2, K3, K4,
> KX2, KX3), please send me a very brief reply with the manufacturer, model
> number, and a note about whether any modifications were required. We're
> putting together a database of these for customer reference.
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> Thanks!
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S Options

2022-01-27 Thread Ian Kahn
Still patiently awaiting word that mine is on the way.

As has been stated here repeatedly, Elecraft, like all other electronics
manufacturers, still faces major COVID-induced supply chain issues. When
they can build and ship the boards, they will.

73 de,

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> shown
> below?
>
>
> K3/K3S OPTIONS QUICK ORDER
> We are now taking deposits for K3/K3S options and upgrades. Along with the
> upgrades, we will do a final run of P3 Panadapters (factory assembled only)
> and the K3/0 Mini Remote Control Panel.
>
> You have the option to place a half deposit (HalfDep) or full deposit
> (FullDep).  We will email you the final amount due, which will include
> applicable sales taxes and shipping cost, when your order is ready to ship.
>
> You may be aware of the challenges that many manufacturers are having when
> it comes to acquiring materials in a timely manner - this is the case for
> Elecraft and our suppliers.  We expect to order materials by the end of
> April.  We are guesstimating that it will take ten weeks to receive the
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Re: [Elecraft] Kat500 Firmwar

2021-12-21 Thread Ian Kahn
Rich,

If I remember correctly, there is also an updated version of the KAT500
utility, that is needed to install the new firmware version. Did you make
sure you installed that update prior to attempting the firmware update?

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Dec 20, 2021, 8:18 PM Bob McGraw  wrote:

> Richard et al:
>
> Just checked my KAT500 and it had V1.75 installed.  Then with the KAT500
> Utility, version 1.21.9.15, I did download the firmware from the
> Elecraft site and install V2.05 into my KAT500.   I saw no issues.
> Running a Windows 10 Pro 64 bit computer.
>
> 73
>
> Bob, K4TAX
>
>
> On 12/20/2021 6:18 PM, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote:
> > Message: 23
> > Date: Mon, 20 Dec 2021 19:18:48 -0500
> > From: Richard Gilley
> > To:elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> > Subject: [Elecraft] Kat500 Firmware
> > Message-ID:<1b3a4757-fc90-4c7c-a560-807c9de63...@gmail.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
> >
> > Hi,
> >   Having difficulty loading latest version of the Kat500 utility.
> The version I have is 01.75, the utility indicates that 2.05 is available.
> However the new version does not load but the message ? Input hex file is
> corrupt, check sum is not zero?
> >
> > I have the same issue attempting to load a Mac and Linux.
> >
> > Perhaps 2.05 is not available?  Or is there a fix I am not aware of, or
> perhaps it is not necessary to upgrade?
> >
> > Thank you for your interest. Help would be appreciated.
> >
> > Best
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Re: [Elecraft] Test message.

2021-08-28 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! Your test message passed!

73 de,

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> Test message.
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Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S options and upgrades

2021-07-27 Thread Ian Kahn
Madelyn,

Thank you for the update. Does this mean, for those of us who already
ordered, we can expect our upgrade kita/components soon?

Thanks and 73,

Ian Kahn, NV4C

On Tue, Jul 27, 2021, 12:35 PM Madelyn Gomez  wrote:

> Good morning.
>
> This is a notification that the K3/K3S options and upgrades page will be
> CLOSED as of 5:00 pm PDT today, July 27th.
>
> If you have been thinking about ordering any of these items, please do so
> before 5:00 pm today.
>
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Re: [Elecraft] test

2021-07-25 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! You passed! 😀

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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Re: [Elecraft] This does not bode well for the chip users of the world

2021-04-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Wayne,

I hope that stock-up includes the two K3 - K3S upgrade boards I ordered
yesterday! :-)

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Thu, Apr 29, 2021, 2:41 PM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> Indeed, it's a ubiquitous curse. Fortunately we stocked up far in advance
> on most parts and assemblies.
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
>
>
> > On Apr 29, 2021, at 10:39 AM, Mark Goldberg 
> wrote:
> >
> > For smaller customers that are not buying millions of parts at a time, it
> > is even worse, as they have no leverage. That includes the company I am
> > working for and I would assume companies like Elecraft. Even for simple
> > orders from distributors of in stock parts they are taking a week to ship
> > rather than the usual next day shipment. It is really disruptive.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Mark
> >
> > On Thu, Apr 29, 2021 at 10:20 AM Dave Cole  wrote:
> >
> >> An interesting story from OPB dealing with the global shortage of
> chips...
> >>
> >>
> >>
> https://www.opb.org/article/2021/04/29/it-s-not-just-cars-ipads-and-macs-suffer-from-semiconductor-crunch/
> >>
> >> --
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> >> Dave (NK7Z)
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 PSK31 transmit at what power out?

2021-01-20 Thread Ian Kahn
I used to run PSK31 on my K3 at 25-30 watts with no issues, no breaks
needed.

Ian, NV4C

On Wed, Jan 20, 2021, 11:35 AM John McBride  wrote:

> My K3 is working well on PSK31, but I have seen some information about
> operating digital at 25 watts.  Presently I transmit at 25 watts with great
> success. The comments are that at that low power the fan may not keep the
> equipment cool enough. One suggestion was to transmit at a higher power,
> and another was to schedule a break every few minutes to allow the rig to
> cool. I will appreciate you sharing any information or experience you have.
> I am getting ready for Winter Field Day and hope to make many PSK31
> contacts.
>
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>1. Re: K4 Receive Filter question (David Box)
>2. Re: K4 Receive Filter question (George Thornton)
>3. Re: K4 Receive Filter question (Louandzip)
>4. Re: K4 Receive Filter question (Wes)
>5. Re: Efficiency of MFJ remotely-tuned loop antennas (Fred Jensen)
>6.  Absurd remarks about FCC and ARRL notices. (Joseph Shuman)
>7. Re: Absurd remarks about FCC and ARRL notices. (kennedyjp)
>8. Re: Absurd remarks about FCC and ARRL notices. (Al London)
>9. Re: Absurd remarks about FCC and ARRL notices. (Wayne Burdick)
>   10. Something different, old memories and using the KX3 (Paul GACEK)
>   11. Re: Something different, old memories and using the KX3
>   (Dave Sublette)
>   12. Re: Absurd remarks about FCC and ARRL notices. (h...@optilink.us)
>   13. Re: Efficiency of MFJ remotely-tuned loop antennas (Alan Bloom)
>   14. Re: Efficiency of MFJ remotely-tuned loop antennas (Louandzip)
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>   16. Re: Efficiency of MFJ remotely-tuned loop antennas (Eric Garner)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:51:52 -0600
> From: David Box 
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K4 Receive Filter question
> Message-ID: <8046aaba-68e7-1624-2902-6a37718c4...@suddenlink.net>
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> Bruce,
>
> Below are the receiver sensitivity specs from page 42 of the recently
> updated manual
>
>
> Sensitivity??? (MDS)
>
> (Typical??? values;??? main??? or
> sub??? RX,??? BW??? =??? 500??? Hz)
>
> 0.1-1.5??? MHz*:??? ??? ??? ??? Preamp??? OFF/1/2: -120/-130/-135??? ???
> dBm
> 1.5-23??? MHz:??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? Preamp??? OFF/1/2: ???
> -120/-132/-137??? dBm
> 23-54??? MHz:??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? Preamp??? OFF/1/2: ??? ???
> -120/-132/-141??? dBm
> *0.1-1.5??? MHz??? MDS??? measured??? at??? RX??? antenna inputs.??? When
> using??? shared??? RX/TX??? antenna,??? sensitivity decreases???
> below??? 1.5
> MHz??? due??? to??? intentional??? high-pass??? response??? of T-R???
> switch.
>
>
> de Dave K5MWR
>
> On 1/19/2021 12:40, BRUCE WW8II wrote:
> > I work in the 2 to 3 db above the noise floor CW, and 6 to 10 db above
> the
> > noise floor on SSB now, (that is why I presently own a K3s and a P3VGA)
> so
> > I guess I will have to wait for the real answer. I really cannot
> > believe that Elecraft did not run their own test. If and when I spend my
> > cash I am not looking for the pretty blinkie colored lights and a fancy
> > screen, I want performance.  My really big issue is: receiver noise
> floor,
> > sensitivity and DSP that does not distort or degrade the incoming signal.
> >   But thank all of you for your input  and I truly appreciate all the
> > comments.
> >
> > Bruce
> > WW8II
> >
> >
> >
> > On Tue, Jan 19, 2021 at 10:43 AM Louandzip via Elecraft <
> > elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> >
> >>   That's not a simple or easy question to answer, especially since
> there's
> >> been no independent test of a K4, and there are many different criteria
> >> that go into it.  That said,  I'll go out on a limb and say that in most
> >> all practical situations on the air, it won't be. I say that because
> I've
> >> listened to and half-assedly compared a number of very good radios and
> some
> >> less good radios on the air. They might sound different, and take some
> >> tweaking of the controls to make them 

Re: [Elecraft] Waaay OT: A new kind of QRM to be aware of ... warning issued by FCC today

2021-01-17 Thread Ian Kahn
If you are an ARRL member, you also received an emailed statement from them
today, reiterating their position on the appropriate uses of amateur radio.

It isn't surprising that those involved in the January 6 insurrection and
attempted coup used radio comms of SOME kind to organize and coordinate
activities. I hope none involved were hams. If any were, I hope that, at
the very least, their licenses are permanently revoked. Regardless of your
political leanings, there is no room for this kind of behavior in the
amateur radio community.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Jan 17, 2021, 4:09 PM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> The FCC just posted this:
>
>
> https://www.fcc.gov/document/amateur-personal-radio-users-reminded-not-use-radios-crimes
>
> I guess this isn't surprising, considering current events. But in case
> their motivation wasn't clear, see this interpretation:
>
>
> https://www.cnn.com/2021/01/17/tech/fcc-radio-extremist-social-media-attack/index.html
>
> Chances are VHF+ bands are the more likely vehicle for this form of
> self-expression. It might get lost in the already "interesting" QRM on 75
> meters.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 age?

2020-11-07 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Mike,

If you contact Elecraft support (supp...@elecraft.com), they should be 
able to provide you a manufacture date for your rig.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C


On 11/7/20 8:39 AM, Mike Maloney wrote:

I inherited K3 s/n 7105 without original invoice and was curious to its birth 
date?    Anyone have a close serial with their order date?
Thanks,
Mike AC5P
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Re: [Elecraft] test

2020-10-11 Thread Ian Kahn
Dick,

Congratulations! You passed! :-)

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Oct 11, 2020 at 1:49 PM Dick Hanson  wrote:

> Just a test; haven't seen mail in a spell.
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 Pricing Posted

2020-10-03 Thread Ian Kahn
Wayne,


I completely understand the challenges with getting the kit version ready.
I don't have a prepaid order and am perfectly willing to wait  (although,
admittedly, with baited breath :-) ) for the Elecraft team to be able to
get all the pieces and parts of the kits ready to go, safely and
efficiently.

I am just curious about the estimated cost difference between the factory
version and the kits. I want to start putting aside my pennies now, and
want to have a somewhat reasonable target.

I hope for everyone on the Elecraft team to be and stay safe, both from
COVID and the fires.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sat, Oct 3, 2020, 3:51 PM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> Ian,
>
> Due to the pandemic and fires the kit version will be delayed longer than
> we'd hoped. The kit requires additional documentation and
> manufacturing/shipping procedures, and unfortunately the personnel involved
> (including me) have been preoccupied.
>
> Sorry I can't put a date on it. If you choose to convert to factory
> assembly, it won't impact your position in the queue.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
> > On Oct 3, 2020, at 12:35 PM, Ian Kahn, NV4C  wrote:
> >
> > Eric/Wayne,
> >
> > Now that final prices on the K4-line are posted, for factory-built
> models, can you provide a ballpark on what the price difference will be for
> the kit versions? I realize we're still probably several months out from
> the kits being ready, but it would be nice to know how to start saving for
> when they *are* announced.
> >
> > 73 de,
> >
> > Ian, NV4C
> > K3 #281 P3 #681
> >
> > On 9/30/20 11:18 PM, Lou W0FK wrote:
> >> For orders placed prior to 12/31/2020
> >>
> >> K4-F - $4,099.95
> >> K4D-F - $4,999.95
> >> K4HD - TBD
> >> K4/10-F - $3,599.95
> >>
> >> https://elecraft.com/products/k4-transceiver
> >>
> >> Lou, W0FK
> >>
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 Pricing Posted

2020-10-03 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Eric/Wayne,

Now that final prices on the K4-line are posted, for factory-built 
models, can you provide a ballpark on what the price difference will be 
for the kit versions? I realize we're still probably several months out 
from the kits being ready, but it would be nice to know how to start 
saving for when they *are* announced.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C
K3 #281 P3 #681

On 9/30/20 11:18 PM, Lou W0FK wrote:

For orders placed prior to 12/31/2020

K4-F - $4,099.95
K4D-F - $4,999.95   
K4HD - TBD  
K4/10-F - $3,599.95

https://elecraft.com/products/k4-transceiver

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Re: [Elecraft] Test

2020-10-03 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! You passed!

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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Re: [Elecraft] No Tx audio after WSJT upgrade

2020-09-12 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Joe,

Check your WSJT-X settings and ensure you still have the correct sound 
card selected and that something didn't change your output target/radio 
selection. Also, if you're running Windows, make sure something else 
didn't change any of your sound card settings from what you had prior to 
upgrading WSJT-X.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 9/11/20 11:23 PM, W8JH wrote:

I was working FT8 tonight and decided to upgrade from WSJT 2.0 to the latest
2.2.

Now I have no audio on transmit. All other functions work. Decodes, band
change etc.

It puts the K3s in transmit but no audio. I have adjusted the Mic gain
without effect.

I double checked that WSJT has the K3s codec for transmit selected.  Windoze
shows it working as well.

I’m totally stumped and wish I hadn’t upgraded now. Any ideas how to proceed
?

73,



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Re: [Elecraft] Seeking comments on Ham Expo from participants

2020-08-23 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C
While I enjoyed the Virtual Ham Expo, there were some aspects I thought 
could be improved. I sent this feedback to Eric Guth via the feedback 
survey I received not long after the Expo closed.


 * Like everyone else who has responded so far, I enjoyed Eric's demo
   of the K4. I am eagerly awaiting the availability of the K4 kits so
   I can order and build mine. I'm even getting my work area prepared
   already, for something I know is still probably 6-8 months out.
 * I really liked Wayne's presentation on the architecture of the KX3.
   It was really neat to have the chief designer of the product show
   us, component-by-component, how it was designed.
 * The gamification of the door prizes needs to go away. As has been
   said here before, and I'm sure to Eric G., ad nauseum - it penalizes
   those who actually want to enjoy the presentations and those who
   can't spend all 48 hours of the Expo going to the vendors' booths
   and the on-line lounge. And, it only encourages bad behavior, as the
   Expo organizers quickly discovered.
 * Users should be able to enter the presentations a few minutes early.
   By only allowing us to enter at the exact moment the forum started,
   it was possible to miss part of the presentation due to latency or
   other technical issues.
 * Since all the initial presentations were prerecorded, they should be
   available for viewing any time after the initial presentation is
   given. Nobody is good enough to be in multiple places at once, even
   virtually. And, some very good presentations overlapped with each other.
 * Check the videos for quality well before the Expo begins. I attended
   the Carole Perry Youth Forum, because two of the presenters belong
   to my radio club. Carole's intro was well worth the time, but she
   was so animated in her speaking style that her web cam kept trying
   to refocus. I was getting motion sick from it.
 * The vendor area should be more than just links to the vendors' web
   sites. If that's all you're giving me, aside from the chat, why
   should I bother using the vendor area? I can just go to the web
   sites myself.
 * The vendor area needs to be easier to navigate. The button to exit
   each booth to the "hallway" outside the booth was not prominent
   enough. I didn't even know it was there until the end of the day
   Saturday. I kept ending up back at the "front door" to the vendor arena.

All this being said, I think it was a good first run for a new concept 
in hamfests. The presentations I did attend were informative, even if 
some of the videos weren't of the highest quality. This may be a good 
option to add to traditional hamfests, when the pandemic clears and we 
can go back to doing things in person. I don't see this as a replacement 
for traditional hamfests, but it would be nice if I could see one or two 
forums from Dayton, say, even if I don't have the money or time to go to 
Ohio for the fun and games myself.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C


On 8/21/20 7:47 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Hi all,

I'd like to write up a summary of the recent [virtual] Ham Expo, especially for 
the benefit of those who weren't able to make it. Perhaps they'll get a chance 
later this year or next March -- both likely, as the Expo was quite a success 
overall.

It was, shall we say, unique...I'd love to hear about your experiences, good, 
bad, or in-between. Ideas for future expos are also welcome, whether 
Elecraft-specific or applicable to the event as a whole.

This feedback will also be invaluable for the team that put on the expo, 
including my good friend Eric Guth, 4Z1UG. (Don't let my acquaintance with Eric 
inhibit your free expression...he's pure teflon.)

Thanks again to all who dropped by our booth.

Wayne
N6KR




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Re: [Elecraft] Tuna Can Kits

2020-08-21 Thread Ian Kahn
Victor,

I had some dealings with him a few years back, when my club used one of his
Tuna Can kits for a club kit build day. He was very generous and easy to
work with. He even donated some extra items to use as give-aways for club
members.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Fri, Aug 21, 2020, 9:38 AM Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP 
wrote:

> Does anyone have experience with Rex Harper of Tuna Can Kits? He sells
> precut PCB pieces for Manhattan-style construction.
>
> Please respond off-list.
> Thanks!
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Re: [Elecraft] [OT] contest ranking - is this a scam?

2020-08-14 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

All,

I received the same email several weeks ago. I followed up by Googling 
the organization and checking out their web site (using a Linux system I 
didn't care if I had to nuke when done). They are a fairly new group, 
established within the last year(if I remember correctly). I don't know 
that they're a scam, but they really need to do something to build up 
their cred if they want to be accepted by the global ham community.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 8/14/20 3:51 PM, Robert G Strickland via Elecraft wrote:
I recently received an email from "World Amateur Radio Contesting 
Association" informing me that my world ranking [in contests] had just 
increased 500 or so places. This sure sounds like a scam to me, but 
thought I'd check around before trashing it. Anyone know anything 
about this one? Thanks


...robert

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Re: [Elecraft] KIO3B waiting list

2020-08-04 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C
I just added my name to the list for both a KIO3B and KSYN3A for my K3 
s/n 281. Here's hoping we generate enough interest to justify them 
ordering more kits.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 8/4/20 5:47 PM, N4ZR wrote:
I just heard from Elecraft Sales that they are not going to fill my 
mid-June order for the KIO3B update kit unless they get sufficient 
interest to get "reasonable" prices from their suppliers.  They don 't 
define what that means, but if you have any interest at all in the K3 
KIO3B update kit, go to 
 and tell 
them so - otherwise they may never restock these excellent updates for 
the K3.



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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

2020-08-02 Thread Ian Kahn
Bill,

I don't know if this helps or not, but for Field Day, I used a deep cycle
marine battery to power my KX2. Worked like a charm.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Aug 2, 2020, 8:52 PM Bill Lederer  wrote:

> Friends:
>
> I like to use my KX2 in my office with a wire out the window to a tree,
> largely for listening, e.g. to ARRL code practice. I normally use the
> internal battery and charge it up ever couple of weeks.
>
> I am wondering if KX2 owners have used a DC supply to power this--short of
> getting an Astron or equivalent--one that is just the right size that can
> power a 12-watt radio.
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Re: [Elecraft] K4

2020-07-24 Thread Ian Kahn
When Wayne and Eric say it is ready to ship.

73 de,

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On Fri, Jul 24, 2020, 8:13 PM K4PX K4PX  wrote:

> Anybody have any idea when K4 will ship?
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Issue

2020-07-19 Thread Ian Kahn
First thing I'd check is to verify you have the correct antenna port
selected. I have yet to meet any K3 owner who hasn't made that mistake at
some point, your's truly included. ;-)

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Jul 19, 2020, 12:05 PM  wrote:

> Good Morning
>
> I purchase a used K3 a couple of weeks ago and received it last thursday.
> I
> hooked it up and it worked GREAT.  Used it for SSB and CW contacts on 80M
> and ssb on 10M.  Shut it down about 8pm last night. Turned it on this
> morning, and it has white noise audio but receives no signals at all.
> Nothing showing on the S meter either not even noise.   NO POWER OUTPUT
> either.
>
> Has anyone every seen a sudden failure like this?  I'm heartbroken as I am
> fearful of a astronomical repair charge from Elecraft and the person I
> bought it from is offering no warranty at all and since it was used I
> totally understand that part.
>
> Thanks in advance
>
> Ronnie W5SUM
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 info?

2020-07-07 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C
I would suggest that, due to the unusual times in which we live, we 
can't accurately compare the K4 test cycle to anything previous. And, we 
need to account for all that in our expectations around completing 
testing, implementing new features, and product ship dates/delays.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C


On 7/7/20 12:20 PM, Joseph Trombino, Jr wrote:

Howdy Gang.

Any scuttlebutt about the K4 lately?

Weren’t we supposed to get some videos on the rig along with other info?

I ordered in September of last year and certainly not getting any 
younger,(grin), therefore my query.

Stay healthy and keep sending them ditties.

73, Joe W2KJ
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Drift During Field Day

2020-06-30 Thread Ian Kahn
Richard,

Drift was seen on the KX2 digital display, and indicated by concomitant
very mild audio distortion from being slightly off frequency.

I am perfectly willing to accept that I may have just been getting a small
bit of RFI, but was just curious if anyone else has seen this behavior
before.

Thanks and 73,

Ian, NV4C

On Tue, Jun 30, 2020, 6:14 AM Richard Corfield 
wrote:

> Are you talking about the output frequency as measured on another device?
> Or the numeric readout on the radio's own display?
>
> I've seen shifts in some situations on 2m, which I think was RF getting
> into it. If you turn off Mic Up/Down button control maybe it will help
> there.
>
> I've had issues where I knocked the dial before. Oops.
>
>  - Richard
>
>
> On Mon, 29 Jun 2020 at 23:37, Ian Kahn, NV4C  wrote:
>
>> All,
>>
>> I have KX2 s/n 2862. I noticed while operating Field Day that, about
>> every 15 minutes, it would drift down 1 Hz. Has anyone else ever seen
>> this in their KX2? I will admit it is possible this was just the effect
>> of RF getting back into the rig, but at 10W, I'm not really sure where
>> enough would come from to cause an issue.
>>
>> Thanks and 73,
>>
>> Ian, NV4C
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 Books

2020-06-29 Thread Ian Kahn
For my K3, I DID study the manual. I also bought and read Dr. Cady's book.
Each was valuable in its own way. No reason not to use both.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Jun 29, 2020 at 7:07 PM Jim Brown  wrote:

> On 6/29/2020 3:57 PM, Matt Maguire wrote:
> > I would suggest that the architecture of the K4 is a significant
> departure
> > from the K3 series, and I would think that the books treating the K3
> would
> > be of limited usefulness in understanding how to get the most out of the
> K4.
>
> Maybe study the manual? Worked fine for me with most ham gear I've
> owned, including the K3 and companion products.
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K4 Books

2020-06-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Matt,

I would think so, too. However, a lot of the comments seen on this
reflector talk about how similar they are, and that if a user is familiar
with a K3/K3S, s/he will have no problem with the K4. So, at the risk of
looking foolish, I pose the question. No harm in asking. However, I would
like a definitive answer from either Eric/Wayne, or someone from the test
team.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Jun 29, 2020 at 6:58 PM Matt Maguire  wrote:

> I would suggest that the architecture of the K4 is a significant departure
> from the K3 series, and I would think that the books treating the K3 would
> be of limited usefulness in understanding how to get the most out of the K4.
>
> 73, Matt VK2RQ
>
> On Tue, 30 Jun 2020 at 08:42, Ian Kahn, NV4C  wrote:
>
>> All,
>>
>> I have a question that is probably best answered by Eric, Wayne, or one
>> of the K4 testers. Since Fred Cady, KE7X (sk), is no longer with us to
>> write a K4 book, are the UI and firmware close enough to that of the
>> K3/K3S that we can use those books to learn it? Or, is Elecraft working
>> with another author (hopefully of Fred's skill and stature, but that
>> would be very hard to find) to write a supplemental K4 book? Or, are we
>> all just out of look in that department?
>>
>> Thanks and 73,
>>
>> Ian, NV4C
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Drift During Field Day

2020-06-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Not directly. I was outside, but under a pop-up canopy.

Thanks and 73,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Jun 29, 2020 at 7:39 PM Fred Jensen  wrote:

> Was it in the sun?
>
> 73,
> Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW
> Sparks NV DM09dn
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> On 6/29/2020 3:35 PM, Ian Kahn, NV4C wrote:
> > All,
> >
> > I have KX2 s/n 2862. I noticed while operating Field Day that, about
> > every 15 minutes, it would drift down 1 Hz. Has anyone else ever seen
> > this in their KX2? I will admit it is possible this was just the
> > effect of RF getting back into the rig, but at 10W, I'm not really
> > sure where enough would come from to cause an issue.
> >
> > Thanks and 73,
> >
> > Ian, NV4C
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[Elecraft] K4 Books

2020-06-29 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

All,

I have a question that is probably best answered by Eric, Wayne, or one 
of the K4 testers. Since Fred Cady, KE7X (sk), is no longer with us to 
write a K4 book, are the UI and firmware close enough to that of the 
K3/K3S that we can use those books to learn it? Or, is Elecraft working 
with another author (hopefully of Fred's skill and stature, but that 
would be very hard to find) to write a supplemental K4 book? Or, are we 
all just out of look in that department?


Thanks and 73,

Ian, NV4C

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[Elecraft] KX2 Drift During Field Day

2020-06-29 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

All,

I have KX2 s/n 2862. I noticed while operating Field Day that, about 
every 15 minutes, it would drift down 1 Hz. Has anyone else ever seen 
this in their KX2? I will admit it is possible this was just the effect 
of RF getting back into the rig, but at 10W, I'm not really sure where 
enough would come from to cause an issue.


Thanks and 73,

Ian, NV4C

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 power cable polarity?

2020-06-27 Thread Ian Kahn
The side with the white stripes us the positive. I just did the same thing
last night.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sat, Jun 27, 2020, 10:52 AM Doug Daniels  wrote:

> Just opened the box on my new KX2, and am about to put powerpoles on the
> power cable. Since both sides of the wire are black, which is the positive,
> the one with the white dashes?
>
> Thanks.
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Re: [Elecraft] Test

2020-06-26 Thread Ian Kahn
Congrats, Kevin! You passed!

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Fri, Jun 26, 2020, 8:00 PM kevinr  wrote:

> I did not see the last email I sent the reflector
>
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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] RTTY Setup: Solutions

2020-06-20 Thread Ian Kahn
John,

Have you submitted these items as a bug report to the N1MM Logger+
developer team? I bet they would appreciate hearing about your issue.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sat, Jun 20, 2020, 6:00 PM John Reilly  wrote:

> Here are the solutions to my questions:
> 1. FSK/AFSK Mode - The solution was to set the RTTY mode in N1MM to AFSK
>
> 2. Intermittent failure to go to receive after transmit: There are at
> least three ways to setup the K3 and N1MM for RTTY AFSK PTT:
>  a. Use Serial RTS for PTT
>  b. Use "PTT via Radio Command Digital Mode"
>  c. Use VOX
> Note that you cannot use more than one of these at a time. FWIW, my RTTY
> N1MM macros do have {RX} at the end of each line.
> The first two did not solve my problem -- I still failed to return to RX
> about a third of the time; however, VOX appears to have fixed the
> problem. I wish I knew why the first two don't work.
>
> This is probably applicable to WSJTx PTT, too.
>
> Thanks to those who replied,
>- 73, John, N0TA
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S dead after attempted firmware update - Fixed

2020-06-07 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C
Actually, this is one of the worst ways Microsoft could handle updates. 
I work in information security for a hospital. I shudder to think what 
would happen if patching reset our life-saving critical clinical systems 
to all the default settings every month. Our infrastructure team would 
spend all their time putting out fires.


While the impact for end-users isn't as life-or-death, it is still 
unreasonable to think that every time our systems get patched/updated, 
we have to reconfigure them. This is amplified by the fact that 
Microsoft no longer gives the home user any advance notice of when their 
system will be patched, nor way to disable automated patching.


73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 6/7/20 4:21 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote:
Since Microsoft does not know of every piece of software, on every 
Windows computer in the world, for simplicity, very often a Windows 
update will set values to DEFAULT values.  Therefore, it is necessary 
for the user to set certain parameters to their preferred values after 
an update.    I view that this is no fault of Windows, it is just the 
way they handle updates.    Unless one is very familiar with the 
in-depth operation of Windows,  it is wise for anyone to make notes of 
values, locations and they way one access certain application settings.


73

Bob, K4TAX

On 6/7/2020 2:48 PM, barry halterman wrote:
This is a classic case of CRE or Cosmic Ray Effect. No reason, just 
happens.


On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 1:51 PM Ian Kahn, NV4C  wrote:


Ray,

By any chance did your first computer receive any updates from 
Microsoft

recently? MS updates are well-known to completely bugger custom
settings, including COM port settings.

Just a thought.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C


On 6/7/20 10:42 AM, Ray Spreadbury via Elecraft wrote:

Hi Buck

What did I do to fix it?

Well I left the K3S disconnected for an hour or so while I read the

"trouble
shooting" sections in the owners manuals. I decided to change the 
power

supply & use a different PC & a different USB cable.

To my surprise the K3S then started normally & with the new PC I was

able to

download a new copy of the Utility program & the latest firmware. This
connected immediately to the K3S.

So, what was wrong & why did it not work before?

I have absolutely no idea!

73 Ray G3XLG

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Re: [Elecraft] K3S dead after attempted firmware update - Fixed

2020-06-07 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Ray,

By any chance did your first computer receive any updates from Microsoft 
recently? MS updates are well-known to completely bugger custom 
settings, including COM port settings.


Just a thought.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C


On 6/7/20 10:42 AM, Ray Spreadbury via Elecraft wrote:

Hi Buck

What did I do to fix it?

Well I left the K3S disconnected for an hour or so while I read the "trouble
shooting" sections in the owners manuals. I decided to change the power
supply & use a different PC & a different USB cable.

To my surprise the K3S then started normally & with the new PC I was able to
download a new copy of the Utility program & the latest firmware. This
connected immediately to the K3S.

So, what was wrong & why did it not work before?

I have absolutely no idea!

73 Ray G3XLG

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Re: [Elecraft] k3 no control

2020-05-27 Thread Ian Kahn
Joe,

The Prolific chip set has a long history of issues. It goes back to when
the Chinese started making knock-offs of them, and pirating the drivers.
You probably got a bad driver set in your download. As Don said, get rid of
that cable. Get one with an FTDI chip set in it. The Elecraft KUSB cable is
very high quality and very reliable. You won't regret the investment.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Wed, May 27, 2020 at 5:46 PM Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> Joe,
>
> Does the display show MCU LD and the red TX LED blinking?
> If so, you need to follow the steps to "Force a Firmware Download"
> listed in the K3 Utility HELP file, or refer to the same instructions in
> the manual.
>
> Get rid of that Prolific USB to Serial adapter and get one with the FTDI
> chipset - preferably the current KUSB.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 5/27/2020 5:31 PM, Joseph McIntire wrote:
> > Hello,
> > My name is joe. I have a K3 I think from the beginning of them it is
> serial# 1050. But I was trying upgrade firmware as it has never been done.
> Any how I did not realize that the USB to serial cable that came with the
> radio would no longer work because of outdated drivers. I had tried to down
> load drivers for the old prolific chip set serial adapter cable I don’t
> know if I got a bad driver or what happened because I did not realize
> anything was wrong until hours later. Anyhow I was never able to connect to
> the radio as far as I could tell. I never got a successful connection test
> it brought up the available current firmware versions but never displayed
> what was in the radio or I guess mean gave current to the radio. So when I
> found out from tech support that cable set would not work and I needed
> there new one. They said they would send it to me two weeks ago. I guess
> there no doing much of anything there in CA. but thought that was it for
> the time being.
> > Well later that night I turned the radio off and back on. And that’s
> when it showed it ugly little head. I had absolutely no control with any
> buttons or knobs. Even the power button would not turn it off. I turned it
> off and back on. I did it multiple time leave differ time frames between
> the two. So I take it that the firmware is gone. And at this point I am
> just hoping I can get it loaded back up when ever I get the new cable.
> Thank you very much for any advice in advance.
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] Availability

2020-05-16 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Tommy,

Please understand something about the K4 and availability - this is a 
rig that was announced this time last year (at Dayton Hamvention), that 
was still under design and development. At that time, I believe they 
anticipated the ship date to be in time for the 2019 holidays. Then, the 
testers found some things that needed correcting, which pushed the ship 
date out a couple of months. Then, COVID-19 hit, we all went into 
shelter-in-place, Elecraft had issues getting parts, and the work slowed 
down. And Eric and Wayne have been up front about explaining all this to 
us. But, the key here is that this transceiver is ground-breaking new 
technology. It is a brand-new product still under development, a process 
that was delayed largely due to world events beyond anyone's control.


There were similar delays (save for the global pandemic :-) ) and 
similar complaints when the KX3 was released several years ago. A new 
product will not always meet the time lines the developers initially 
anticipate and announce. But, Eric and Wayne have said repeatedly in 
this forum, and in the newsletter, that they have product in their other 
lines available to ship. If you are concerned about your order, please 
email sa...@elecraft.com. The wonderful sales team will tell you what's 
in stock and what isn't. While I haven't ordered anything during the 
current pandemic, I have never had a problem with product I ordered 
being out of stock or back-ordered.


But, the long and the short here is that I wouldn't be concerned about 
product availability. Pay attention to the K4 conversation, but take it 
with a grain of salt, especially in these unique times.


As someone else posted here earlier, I'm waiting for the K4 kit to come 
out before I order mine (probably a K4-HD). I also know it will probably 
be at least another year before the kit versions become available. But, 
I can wait. In the meantime, I finally have some time to really get to 
know the KX2 I've had for nearly 18 months, and I will continue enjoying 
my K3-based K-Line (K3, P3, KAT500, KPA500).


73 de,

Ian, NV4C


On 5/16/20 6:56 AM, Tommy Judson via Elecraft wrote:

Good Morning

I’ve been studying how to establish a ham station and asking around what is 
available to do that with these days.  A month or so of research brought me to 
Elecraft - best bang for the buck receivers.  This narrowed my search down to 
just a couple radios. Now thank you to this forum's members I’ve decided what 
Elecraft has listed for sale I would like to use in a newly established ham 
station.

I sent a wish list to Elecraft to see what is actually in stock knowing the 
present pandemic could cause shortages of supplies and labor because of the 
social distancing requirements.

Now I read on this forum many questions about when customers will actually 
receive the radios they plunked down $4K to buy when first announced some time 
ago.  One customer mentioned that he was in an older age bracket and wondered 
if he’d get his in time to use it - I’m five years older than what he said was 
his age.

I’m wondering if I should consider another company’s products - find a company 
if any that might have equipment in stock.

To end on a good note I need to say there has been plenty of time to leisurely 
accumulate parts and design and erect a by the book optimum height inverted V 
antenna out in my several acre front yard.  All needed now is to hook a radio 
onto the lead running down the pole and to under a small tree that will shade 
me and a radio relaxed in a lawn chair.

Guess where I will not develop as much anxiety as others over delayed shipment 
of equipment is because I did not send money with my wish list - or maybe I 
should to actually get my name on the list to get my choice of equipment?

Any thoughts ?

Thank you Tommy Judson
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Re: [Elecraft] Test

2020-04-27 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations!  You passed!

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Apr 27, 2020, 4:31 PM Dale Kretzer  wrote:

> Test
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Re: [Elecraft] Some K4 updates from the engineering department

2020-04-20 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Wayne,

Thank you for this update. I am eagerly awaiting information on the K4 
kits and when they will be available (I know, not for a while yet ;-)).


My only regret with my K3, s/n 261, is that I bought it, and its 
accompanying P3, used. Consequently, I didn't get the joy of building 
them myself. I built my KPA500 and KAT500. Aside from dropping the tiny 
fasteners into the deep pile carpet in the dining room, I loved every 
minute of it. I've thoroughly enjoyed my K-Line, and look forward to 
upgrading to the K4 (and maybe the KPA1500, if the funds hold out).


73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 4/19/20 3:46 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Greetings from locked-down California I hope everyone, near and far, is 
staying safe!

I thought I'd take a break from playing with the K4 and tweaking firmware to 
give everyone a status report from the engineering side. (Eric has been keeping 
everyone informed about how Elecraft has been affected by the pandemic more 
generally.)

These musings are in no particular order. I hope they help satisfy those who 
recently posted with questions, info-cravings, etc.

* * *

Reference Oscillator

The K4 includes a stable internal TXCO, standard, as well as the ability to 
lock to an external 10 MHz reference. We just completed a round of testing on 
this feature.

The internal TCXO is accurate to within +/- .28 ppm with no calibration and no 
external reference connected. There's a menu entry for dialing this in as tight 
as +/- .02 PPM (+/- 1 Hz at 50 MHz). Connecting an external reference will hold 
it even closer, and of course keep it there over an even wider temperature 
range.

Panadapter Controls

Thanks to the efforts of our [working-at-home] software team, the panadapter 
controls just keep getting better. When you tap DISPLAY, you're presented with 
14 easy to use display functions. But we took things a step further by allowing 
you to specify whether to adjust the current parameter on LCD, EXT, or both 
(when an external monitor is attached), and on main, sub, or both (when in 
dual-display mode). You can independently specify single or dual-pan for LCD 
and external monitor. For example, you could have dual-Pan on a large HDMI 
monitor, while setting the LCD to monitor just main or sub RX.

Stereo Audio

Receive audio provides independent left and right channels for both headphones and 
external speakers. When used in single-receive mode, this allows you to use simulated 
stereo or "pitch mapping"-- both very effective at relieving listening fatigue. 
I've been using this a lot in DXing and QRP work. Full stereo also comes into play in 
diversity mode, when listening to pileups, or just monitoring two separate bands. Even 
with a basic K4, the two receivers can be set to any two bands, and you can operate 
cross-band split. The K4D adds a second set of band-pass filters and a second A-to-D 
converter to greatly improve out-of-band rejection when monitoring different bands.

Receive Antenna Controls

We recently made some improvements in this area. In addition to main RX ant and sub RX ant 
selection switches, there are now separate icons showing which antennas are in use: one for main 
RX, one for sub RX, and one for TX antenna. Main and sub receivers default to the TX antenna, but 
you can select any of the antenna jacks for assignment to each receiver independently. This updates 
the icons accordingly. You can also assign names to antenna ports using a pop-up alphanumeric 
keyboard. On my K4, I have names for the three antennas connected to my KAT4 ATU, as well as 
"SIG GEN" for the RX ANT IN 1 jack and "LOOP" for RX ANT IN 2.

RF Gain Controls

The ATTN switch brings up a selection tool that allows you to turn the 
attenuator on/off and select attenuation from 0 to 21 dB in 3-dB steps. (As 
with all receive and transmit controls, these settings are stored per-band and 
per-receiver.) You can also dial in per-receiver RF GAIN (0 to -60 dB, with 
digital readout) and preamp setting (off/pre1/pre2). All gain settings are now 
taken into account when calculating S-meter and panadapter reference levels.

Miscellaneous Controls

Compared the the K3S, the K4 has numerous additional controls, resulting in a lot 
less use of the menu. Each receiver has a collection of per-mode settings (tap MAIN 
RX or SUB RX, respectively), as does the transmitter (tap the TX button). There are 
dedicated switches for TUNE LP (user-specified low-power TUNE setting), REM ANT (for 
future control of remote antenna switches, rotators, etc.), VFO B>A (in addition 
to the usual A>B), AUTO spot (in addition to SPOT), PF1-PF4 (plus another 14 user 
functions, Fn 1-14, via a touch function), and a separate audio BALance knob 
function, the behavior of which could be adapted to various operator needs in the 
future.

Touch Controls

We're sure you'll find, as we have, that the K4's touch screen interface is 
fast and convenient to use. To capitalize on this, we've been adding new touch 
features. To h

Re: [Elecraft] Test

2020-04-10 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Randy,

Congratulations! You passed! :-)

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 4/10/20 2:20 PM, Randy Farmer wrote:
Just a test to see if I'm getting out on the list. My last couple of 
emails have not appeared.


73...
Randy, W8FN
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Re: [Elecraft] OT - LOTW / ARRL Down

2020-03-23 Thread Ian Kahn
Just tested on my tablet. Came right up for me.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Mar 23, 2020, 4:50 PM James Bennett via Elecraft <
elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:

> Is it just my computer, or is anyone else having trouble getting to ARRL’s
> web site?
>
> Jim / W6JHB
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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ... Any KX2 users on this list?

2020-01-29 Thread Ian Kahn
I have a KX2.

Ian, NV4C

On Wed, Jan 29, 2020, 10:06 PM Charles G. Saunders 
wrote:

> Hi all,
> Just curious, I haven't seen much of anything on the KX2's here.
> My first Elecraft rig and really having a good time learning.
> 73, KW4CZ  Gordon
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[Elecraft] Test

2019-12-13 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C
Trying to get an old, no-longer-monitored email unsubscribed, and the 
correct one subscribed. Testing my efforts.


Thanks and 73,

Ian, NV4C

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Re: [Elecraft] T1

2019-12-13 Thread Ian Kahn
Terry,

I have one for sale. Let's connect off-line.

Ian, NV4C

On Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 9:39 AM Terry Basom  wrote:

> Looking for a T1 tuner..
>
> Thanks
> Terry
> VE3IQL
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Re: [Elecraft] TEST

2019-11-01 Thread Ian Kahn
Joe,

Congratulations! You passed! :-)

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Fri, Nov 1, 2019, 2:39 PM Joseph Trombino, Jr  wrote:

> TEST
>
> 73, Joe W2KJ
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Re: [Elecraft] OT Powerline Wifi extenders

2019-10-20 Thread Ian Kahn
Tim,

Glad to help! Remember this was several years ago. Maybe things have
improved. Do your homework before coming to a conclusion. I just remember
all the hub-bub from a few years ago, when Internet-over-power line first
came up.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:32 PM T Seed  wrote:

> Ian
> that’s exactly what I feared/expected … Thanks for the confirmation
>
> Tim
>
> On 21 Oct 2019, at 08:27, Ian Kahn  wrote:
>
> I advise using caution with any Internet-over-power line solutions. Several
> years ago there were companies that tried implementing Internet-over-power
> line solutions, especially in Texas. Hams fought them tooth and nail (and
> won) because these solutions caused so much RFI they left ham radio
> useless.
>
> Just my two cents' worth. Good luck finding a solution to your challenge.
>
> 73 de,
>
> Ian, NV4C
>
> On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:04 PM a45wg  wrote:
>
> Fellow Elecrafters,
>I am trying to extend the
> wifi based internet coverage in my property. Alas it has very thick
> concrete walls with lots of re-bar in them, which is good for the odd
> earthquake - but not so much for wifi.
>
>I am trying to avoid at all costs of drilling holes in the walls
> and using ethernet/Fibre/coax etc... With the effect that I havebeen
> looking at wifi range extending.
>
>I am familiar (and not that impressed with Wifi extenders) but I
> have been looking at Powerline Extenders - which looks like a clever
> solution - but one which sound like it should have a QRM-Health warning to
> all Hams written all over it.
>
>So does anyone use Powerline Wifi extenders ?
>If so - any issues ...
>Any models you would recommend (or suggest to avoid)
>
> If you would like to read more on this technology the following link
> should get you started ...
>
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HomePlug
>
> With this example from TP as to how they can be used
>
> https://www.tp-link.com/us/home-networking/powerline/tl-pa9020-kit/
>
> Many thanks
>
>Tim
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Re: [Elecraft] OT Powerline Wifi extenders

2019-10-20 Thread Ian Kahn
I advise using caution with any Internet-over-power line solutions. Several
years ago there were companies that tried implementing Internet-over-power
line solutions, especially in Texas. Hams fought them tooth and nail (and
won) because these solutions caused so much RFI they left ham radio useless.

Just my two cents' worth. Good luck finding a solution to your challenge.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:04 PM a45wg  wrote:

> Fellow Elecrafters,
> I am trying to extend the
> wifi based internet coverage in my property. Alas it has very thick
> concrete walls with lots of re-bar in them, which is good for the odd
> earthquake - but not so much for wifi.
>
> I am trying to avoid at all costs of drilling holes in the walls
> and using ethernet/Fibre/coax etc... With the effect that I havebeen
> looking at wifi range extending.
>
> I am familiar (and not that impressed with Wifi extenders) but I
> have been looking at Powerline Extenders - which looks like a clever
> solution - but one which sound like it should have a QRM-Health warning to
> all Hams written all over it.
>
> So does anyone use Powerline Wifi extenders ?
> If so - any issues ...
> Any models you would recommend (or suggest to avoid)
>
> If you would like to read more on this technology the following link
> should get you started ...
>
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HomePlug
>
> With this example from TP as to how they can be used
>
> https://www.tp-link.com/us/home-networking/powerline/tl-pa9020-kit/
>
> Many thanks
>
> Tim
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Re: [Elecraft] Group.io. Elecraft-KX

2019-10-19 Thread Ian Kahn
Thaire,

Go to groups.io. Search for "KX". Select the group that is the Elecraft KX
group (there are a couple of "KX" groups. Click the link/button to ask to
join the group. It's that easy. I did it last night and was approved and
joined within a couple of hours.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

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> How does one join this group?
>
> Thanks!
> Thaire. W2APF
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Re: [Elecraft] Windows update clobbered me

2019-07-20 Thread Ian Kahn
Dave,

A couple of quick thoughts:

1. Have you rebooted a couple of times? Despite what Microsoft may claim
about reboots  being  (un)necessary, you should always reboot a couple of
times after an update/upgrade.

2. Have you unplugged/plugged all your physical USB cables? That
accomplishes a couple of things - lets Windows redetect your devices, lets
drivers get reinstalled (if necessary).

3. If #2 doesn't work, try reinstalling drivers for both your physical
devices and your virtual COM ports. Windows has a nasty habit of ignoring
vendor-supplied drivers for its own drivers, which often don't work as well
as the vendor's.

Hope this helps.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sat, Jul 20, 2019, 10:28 AM David F. Reed  wrote:

> I realize this is not a Windows list, but it relates to my K3 as I use
> it and the K3 Utility to do things...
>
> early this morning, Windows tried to install (but failed) 2019-07
> Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 1803 for x64-based Systems
> (KB4507435).
>
> As a result, I have lost my virtual com ports...
>
> in Device Manager, under USB controllers, they show as USB Serial
> Converter (with a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark inside it),
> and have the correct driver loaded, but somehow they are not working,
> not findable in the K3 Utility, and so I am at a loss what to do /change
> / fix next...
>
> Any help will be greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks & 73 de Dave, W5SV
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Re: [Elecraft] Test

2019-07-16 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! You passed!  ;-)

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Tue, Jul 16, 2019, 8:13 AM Roy  wrote:

> New PC (and OM)
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Re: [Elecraft] Alpha Antenna/KX3.

2019-06-04 Thread Ian Kahn, NV4C

Gene,

I've had a lot of fun on vacations with my KX2 and a BuddiStick by 
BuddiPole:


http://www.buddipole.com/

The price, for the Deluxe kit, is probably comparable to what you'd pay 
for an AlexLoop. I just clamp mine to the arm of the chair, the table, 
whatever, with the included clamp, string out the included radial, and 
have fun. It tunes great with the combination of tapped loading coil and 
the built-in tuner on my KX2. I also have the tripod BuddiPole sells, 
but don't like it as much as the clamp. It's a very small tripod, and 
the way the antenna and mount plate are designed, it is very easy to get 
heavy to one side and tip the antenna over.


Hope this helps.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On 6/4/19 11:07 AM, Gene Moore via Elecraft wrote:

I have just submitted my order for my KX3. As part of the next step, I am 
continuing my search for an antenna. At this point, I am leaning towards an 
Alpha Antenna mag loop. Like some, I have HOA restrictions in my first and 
second home and this somewhat limits me as to what I can put up. I have space 
on my back deck as well as a terrace in my condo.

Can anyone provide feedback regarding an Alpha Antenna or possibly have any 
additional suggestions that might be helpful.

Thanks

Gene Moore, NC1L

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Re: [Elecraft] portable antennas and rigs going through airport security

2019-06-03 Thread Ian Kahn
Dave,

I used to take an FT-817 and wire antenna through airport security (TSA)
when I travelled for work. Never had an issue. Put it in your carry-on, and
let TSA inspect it if they check your bags. You may actually want to leave
the battery in, in case they ask you to turn on your rig.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Mon, Jun 3, 2019, 8:52 PM Dave Sublette  wrote:

> All this talk about the AX-1 has stirred me up.  My wife and I fly to Utah
> once or twice a year to visit grandchildren.  I have a KX3.  Although I am
> sure the AX-1 is a nifty and convenient antenna, I had stuff laying around
> here, so I built a portable antenna that collapses into a 2 foot length/.
> It will fit in my carry on.
>
> My wife and I require wheelchairs when we travel, for valid reasons which I
> don't need to discuss here.  We always get the red carpet treatment.  Since
> we are both over 75 -- no shoes off, etc.  They put us right through
> security.
>
> So --- what should I expect with a KX3 (no batteries), portable antenna,
> and a small power supply as we go through?  Your experience will be helpful
> to know.
>
> If it looks too hairy, I can just mail them to our son's house.
>
> 73,
>
> Dave, K4TO
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Re: [Elecraft] RPi logging software?

2019-01-02 Thread Ian Kahn
Terry,

The RPi uses an ARM processor, not an x86/x64 processor. Make sure there's
a version of CQRLog compiled for that processor.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Wed, Jan 2, 2019, 8:52 PM Terry  I have been trying to get CQRlog to run on RPi, no-joy.  Using Raspbian
> Stretch OS and would like to keep it.  CQRlog does not seem to like
> Debian OS.  This is my first venture into Linux OS so it may well be the
> Operator. Hope to get other Ham programs to run as well.  If you have
> CQRlog running on Raspbian, please share the process.
>
> Is there another logging Linux program that does work well under Stretch?
>
> I do have plenty of WIN machines around but that is not the way I want
> to go for this project.
>
> Thanks for the constructive help in advance.
>
> Regards,
>
> Terry, KQ5U
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Net

2018-12-09 Thread Ian Kahn
Good morning. The Elecraft SSB Net used to be every Sunday at 1800 UTC on
14.303.5. I used to be one of the net controllers. However, it has been a
couple of years since I've gotten on, so it may have changed.

73 de,

Ian, NV4C

On Sun, Dec 9, 2018, 12:43 AM kevinr  Hello,
>
> Yes, there is an SSB net each Sunday morning on twenty meters.
> However, I am not sure of the time or the frequency.  Can someone with
> better information please help Mr. Bridge?  I seem to remember it's
> around 10 AM my time (PST).
>
> 73,
>
> Kevin.  KD5ONS
>
>
> On 12/8/18 9:01 PM, Sheridan Bridge wrote:
> > Hi Kevin.
> > Sorry to send this to ur personal email. I’m having some trouble posting
> to the reflector. Anyway, I wanted to ask you if Elecraft has a SSB net
> along with the CW net on Sundays. I should know this but i’ll blame it on
> ‘old age’.
> > Thanks es 73,
> >
> > Guy Bridge WB7SZI
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [Elecraft] New website problem - no manuals

2018-10-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Ralph,

Have you cleared your browser cache since the new website went live? It is
possible your browser is holding references to the old location for the
doc, which may have changed with the site redesign.

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Mon, Oct 29, 2018, 8:34 PM Ralph Parker  wrote:

> I need a new version of the K3 manual. I went to the new website,
> selected 'support' from the menu, then 'manuals', which took me to the
> 'document and manuals download' page. I am unable to go farther.
> Clicking on any of the six choices available gets me nowhere.
>
> VE7XF
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Re: [Elecraft] Test

2018-10-21 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! You passed! :-)

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Sun, Oct 21, 2018, 2:19 PM Richard Thorne  wrote:

> test
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Re: [Elecraft] NEW Elecraft Webpage now up

2018-10-18 Thread Ian Kahn
I particularly like the photo, in the home page banner, of the father
helping his then-Cub Scout (now Boy Scout) son making Jamboree on the Air
contacts. :-)

BTW, for those who don't know, JOTA runs this weekend, Friday - Sunday. If
you hear any Scouts on the air calling "CQ JOTA", please give them a call
and a QSO.

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Oct 18, 2018 9:40 PM, "Barry"  wrote:

Looks pretty good for what I've seen so far.

73,
Barry
K3NDM

-- Original Message --
From: "rich hurd WC3T" 
To: "Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft" 
Cc: "Elecraft Reflector Reflector" 
Sent: 10/18/2018 9:23:05 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] NEW Elecraft Webpage now up

>Just spun through the main page. Can’t wait to look at it on a real
>browser.  :)
>
>On Thu, Oct 18, 2018 at 20:51 Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft <
>e...@elecraft.com> wrote:
>
>>We've just turned on the new elecraft.com web page.   Please take a
>>look
>>and enjoy!
>>
>>If you have trouble accessing the site, your computer or external DNS
>>server may
>>still be waiting to update its local IP address cache.
>>In general, everything should catch up over the next few hours.
>>
>>For those us us who don't want to wait, In Windows, if you run the
>>'cmd'
>>program
>>in admin mode and type " ipconfig /flushdns " that may help.
>>Also clearing the cache in your browser will also help speed things.
>>
>>Feel free to post here if you need help finding something that has
>>moved
>>on the
>>site.
>>
>>Much of our firmware, software and 3rd party control software can now
>>be
>>found
>>under the "support" link at the top of the page.
>>
>>73,
>>--
>>Eric
>>/elecraft.com/
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Re: [Elecraft] DX World Transceiver survey

2018-08-15 Thread Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Elecraft is now in first place, by about 70 votes over Icom! Great job 
Elecrafters!


73 de,

Ian, KM4IK
K3 #281, P3 #681


On 08/15/2018 11:49 AM, Peter Pauly wrote:

Elecraft is currently in 4th place.  You know what to do...

https://dx-world.net/worldwide-transceiver-survey/
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Re: [Elecraft] 2018 Field Day

2018-06-09 Thread Ian Kahn
I'll be at at the North Fulton (GA) Amateur Radio League's (K4JJ) 3A Field
Day operation, with my K3 (s/n 281) running as the phone station.

73 de,  Ian, KM4IK

On Sat, Jun 9, 2018, 12:51 PM aj4tf  wrote:

> What are your Elecraft plans for Field Day?   I'll be on the air at W4UA
> (High Point, NC) with K3S # 10669 and K2 # 7006.  The other two stations
> will be some other "Y" gear...
>
> 73 de AJ4TF
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K-3 4629

2018-04-06 Thread Ian Kahn, KM4IK

Ralph,

If I may suggest, download and read the manual from the Elecraft web 
site, if you haven't already. Also, get a copy of Fred Cady's, K7EX, 
excellent book on the K3. It will help you understand the ins and outs 
of your transceiver.


Also, the two pre-amps are new to the K3S, if I remember correctly. Our 
older-generation K3s don't have them.


Enjoy your new rig! I love mine!

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK
K3 #281


On 04/06/2018 05:04 PM, Ralph S. Turk wrote:

Just got my K3 back from the factory.  Everything that I have tested works 
correctly.

This week I say a email referring to Pre Amp 1 and 2.  I can't find anything in 
the manual

so far.  Are there such items or am I not interpreting that email correctly.  I 
should have saved

it but I didn't.

I also should state that I am very new to the K3.  Have only had for two weeks. 
 Was from a estate

sale.


Thanks

Ralph, W7HSG
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Re: [Elecraft] test message 2018-02-19

2018-02-19 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! It passed! 😁

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Feb 19, 2018 7:30 AM, "John Gibson"  wrote:

> This is a test message.
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> 73,
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Re: [Elecraft] Test

2018-02-07 Thread Ian Kahn
You're transmitting 59.

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Feb 6, 2018 8:03 PM, "Richard Thorne"  wrote:

> I haven't received any emails from this list in a few days...
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S quit sending RTTY via AFSK

2018-01-26 Thread Ian Kahn
Dick,

You may actually find the answer you're looking for in the N1MM Logger+
documentaation. It has a section on configuring for the K3/K3S.

73, and good luck,

Ian, KM4IK


On Jan 26, 2018 11:30 AM, "Dick via Elecraft" 
wrote:

Hi Guys,


I'm wondering if anyone is using your K3S to send RTTY via AFSK and you
remember which Configuration settings are required to get the K3S to send
AFSK with N1MM Logger+?   My K3S got knocked around by UPS in shipment and
I had to download the latest K3S firmware to resolve some other issues.
Now the K3S will only transmit RTTY in DATA A mode and not AFSK A mode so
I'm thinking perhaps a Config setting is wrong.

Thanks,
Dick- K9OM



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Re: [Elecraft] K3S and N1MM+ Logger question

2018-01-13 Thread Ian Kahn
Chuck,

Record your audio files as .WAV files. There is extensive documentation on
the N1MM Logger+ Web site, in the documentation section, on where to place
the audio files in the N1MM Logger+ directories, how to edit the
configuration file for its voice keyer function, and how to configure the
logger and the K3S so they all work properly. I had my K3 set up per these
instructions for a couple of years,and it worked very well. Then, last
year, I finally got the K3DVR board.

Good luck!

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Jan 13, 2018 3:36 PM, "Chuck Chandler"  wrote:

> I am getting my K3S set up for contesting.  So far I have N1MM+ sending CW
> through the USB control.
>
> My question is for setting up voice contesting.  I do not have the K3
> digital voice option yet but I can see that N1MM+ does interface with the
> K3S audio codecs.
>
> Is there a way to use the N1MM+ software to send audio files over the air,
> or to use the K3S to record audio files to be saved and sent later?
>
> 73 de Chuck, WS1L
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Re: [Elecraft] P3 not showing anything

2017-10-15 Thread Ian Kahn
Andy,

This may be a dumb question, but did you reconnect your antenna feed line?
I can't tell you how many times I've made that mistake. :-)

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Oct 15, 2017 3:51 PM, "NB8F"  wrote:

> Today I went about upgrading my K3S with the KBPF3 board and a 6khz filter.
> I moved all my filters down one slot and put the 6khz filter in the first
> slot. I installed the KBPF3 board, turned it on in the config etc.
>
> I then went to the K3 utility and configured my filters, all seemed to go
> well.
>
> I turned the radio on after connecting all the cables and the pan adapter
> does not show any signals. It is getting frequency information and changes
> as I move the dial.
>
> I have the cable connected into IF OUT on the radio and IF IN on the P3,
> and
> I have tried both of the serial cables that came with the radio.
>
> Connection to the computer works, the radio itself boots with no errors,
> but
> nothing shows on the panadapter.
>
> See video attached for any help.
> https://youtu.be/Md3ILmdJLDI
>
> Thanks in advance for any help.
>
> Andy (NB8F)
>
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Freq. offset?? -- K3

2017-07-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Check whether you may have accidentally set the RIT (Receive Incremental
Tuning) or XIT (Xmit Incremental Tuning). That happens to me sometimes.

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

On Jul 29, 2017 9:14 PM, "Gene O"  wrote:

> Just discovered when trying to copy a strong CW signal the frequency seems
> to offset.  I can see the signal on my P3 at say 7024.000 but I hear the
> station the strongest at 7025.000. This occurs with either my 1.0khz or
> 400hz filter.
>
> Is there some frequency offset that I may set in error?
>
> Thanks. Gene, W2BXR
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Re: [Elecraft] Unable to post: test again

2017-06-21 Thread Ian Kahn
Congratulations! You passed! :-)

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK

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Re: [Elecraft] Packing Peanuts

2017-06-17 Thread Ian Kahn, KM4IK
On every Elecraft kit I've ever gotten, any static-sensitive parts are
packed in anti-static protective bags. Shouldn’t be an issue.

73 de,

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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Kevin - K4VD
Sent: Saturday, June 17, 2017 5:17 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Packing Peanuts

Does being packed in all those static-charged peanuts represent a danger to
electronic equipment like the K2?

Kev K4VD

On Sat, Jun 17, 2017 at 4:44 PM, Rose  wrote:

> Or hair spray ...
>
> 73
>
> Ken - K0PP
>
> On Jun 17, 2017 14:42, "Bob McGraw K4TAX"  wrote:
>
> > Just spray the inside of the trash container with Fabric Softener.  
> > As to the ones in the box, same thing.  Static gone.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > Bob, K4TAX
> >
> >
> > On 6/17/2017 3:20 PM, Dauer, Edward wrote:
> >
> >> Just received a K2 kit via UPS -- my third in fact -- and spent 20 
> >> comical minutes trying to empty out the styrofoam packing peanuts.
> >>
> >> They come, apparently, fully charged.  They cling to my fingers.  
> >> They cling to my shirt.  They cling to the outer shipping box.  
> >> After I get about ten handfuls into a small trash bag the common 
> >> charge results in
> the
> >> smaller pieces flying out again.  Back onto my fingers.  Grabbing 
> >> them
> with
> >> one hand while holding a cold water faucet with the other didn' t 
> >> help
> at
> >> all.
> >>
> >> Whenever I get a kit I feel as if I have to do the electrostatic 
> >> equivalent of a detox shower before I do the parts inventory.  
> >> Isn't
> there
> >> some good substitute for these accursed things?  Maybe like their
> ancestors
> >> -- real peanuts?  At least you can eat those while you're unpacking 
> >> the
> kit
> >> . . .
> >>
> >> Ted, KN1CBR
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> >>
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Re: [Elecraft] 6m off-frequency

2017-06-11 Thread Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Thanks, Don. I'll give that a try and post results here later.

73 de,

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-Original Message-
From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] 
Sent: Sunday, June 11, 2017 12:55 PM
To: Ian Kahn, KM4IK ; 'Ron Manfredi' 
; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 6m off-frequency

Ian,

Can you receive any station at a known frequency.  Here in the US it is easy to 
use WWV, but other standard frequency stations exist around the world.

Tune to the standard frequency station and do the Reference Oscillator 
Calibration.  K3 manual page 50.  Use Method 2.

I cannot guarantee it will fix the problem, but it is the first thing to try.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 6/11/2017 12:16 PM, Ian Kahn, KM4IK wrote:
> Ron/All,
> 
> As I state in my original email, I don't have this issue on any other band.
> The first couple of times other ops reported me off frequency a bit, I 
> thought the issue to be as you suggest - differences in how different 
> ops hear the signal, a 1-2 Hz difference, etc. However, EVERY operator 
> I tried to contact reported the same thing - that I am off frequency 
> by about 500 Hz, that I need to adjust my RIT (which is not enabled), 
> etc. That's why I'm concerned about a possible issue. I was also using 
> my P3 to tune to signals, so I feel fairly certain that I was, in 
> fact, on frequency as my receiver saw it.
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] 6m off-frequency

2017-06-11 Thread Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Ron/All,

As I state in my original email, I don't have this issue on any other band.
The first couple of times other ops reported me off frequency a bit, I
thought the issue to be as you suggest - differences in how different ops
hear the signal, a 1-2 Hz difference, etc. However, EVERY operator I tried
to contact reported the same thing - that I am off frequency by about 500
Hz, that I need to adjust my RIT (which is not enabled), etc. That's why I'm
concerned about a possible issue. I was also using my P3 to tune to signals,
so I feel fairly certain that I was, in fact, on frequency as my receiver
saw it.

Thanks and 73

Ian Kahn, KM4IK
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K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

-Original Message-
From: Ron Manfredi [mailto:wa2...@optonline.net] 
Sent: Sunday, June 11, 2017 11:55 AM
To: Ian Kahn ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 6m off-frequency

Have you experienced this on other bands, during casual operating since the
rig was returned to you?

I find that when I am on SSB, I tune until my ear may likes what I am 
hearing , and as such,  I may not be exactly on their frequency.   (that 
is one reason for RIT!)  Also, I have found that some ops feel that they 
have to be tuned to an even frequency on their digital display.   For 
them, if you are on 14.219.8 and not on 14.220.0  then you are off
frequency.


Ron  WA2EIO


On 6/11/2017 11:45 AM, Ian Kahn wrote:
> All,
>
> I've been operating a little in the ARRL VHF contest this weekend, on 6m,
> and I'm having an interesting, and not good, experience. Everyone I try to
> work is reporting that I'm off frequency by about 500 Hz. I don't have
> RIT/XIT enabled. My K3, s/n 281, went to Elecraft earlier this year for
> some upgrades and a tune-up, and came back with a clean bill of health and
> meets/exceeds specs.
>
> I admit, I am new to 6m operation, but this constant report of being
> off-frequency concerns me. Is there some calibration step, specific to 6m,
> that I missed? I don't get this report on any other band, and have never
> gotten it in over 6 years of operating this rig. My assumption is that if
> it came back from the Mother Ship clean, and I've never used 6m before,
> that it should be properly calibrated.
>
> Any guidance/advice is greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks and 73,
>
> --Ian
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[Elecraft] 6m off-frequency

2017-06-11 Thread Ian Kahn
All,

I've been operating a little in the ARRL VHF contest this weekend, on 6m,
and I'm having an interesting, and not good, experience. Everyone I try to
work is reporting that I'm off frequency by about 500 Hz. I don't have
RIT/XIT enabled. My K3, s/n 281, went to Elecraft earlier this year for
some upgrades and a tune-up, and came back with a clean bill of health and
meets/exceeds specs.

I admit, I am new to 6m operation, but this constant report of being
off-frequency concerns me. Is there some calibration step, specific to 6m,
that I missed? I don't get this report on any other band, and have never
gotten it in over 6 years of operating this rig. My assumption is that if
it came back from the Mother Ship clean, and I've never used 6m before,
that it should be properly calibrated.

Any guidance/advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks and 73,

--Ian
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[Elecraft] [OT] A Podcast Star is Born, or My 30 Seconds of Fame

2017-05-04 Thread Ian Kahn
All,

Good morning. I had the great pleasure, earlier this week, of being a guest
on the Everything Ham Radio podcast. I shared my knowledge (I am very
hesitant to use the work "expertise") on PSK31 with podcast host Curtis,
K5CLM. The podcast is now available, and I encourage everyone to give it a
listen at:

Http://www.everythinghamradio.com/podcast/67
<http://www.everythinghamradio.com/podcast/67>

As a sidebar, if you ever have the opportunity to be on a podcast, give it
a shot. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to fill 45 minutes to an hour
on PSK31, and was pleasantly surprised when Curtis told me we filled 90
minutes, and I probably could have kept going (big surprise, I know! :-)
). Recording the podcast was no different than having a phone conversation
with an old friend, talking about topics we both enjoy. I had a great time,
and hopefully made a new friend in Curtis Mohr, K5CLM, the podcast's host.

73 de,

--Ian
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Re: [Elecraft] K2X HRD PTT interface

2017-05-02 Thread Ian Kahn
Are you using macros in DM780? Do you have the  command in the
macros, if you are?

73 de,

--Ian
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On Tue, May 2, 2017 at 2:26 PM, Jim Sr Sturges  wrote:

> First post. Connecting KX2 to HRD on Surface Pro 3 using provided ACC-USB
> cable, and audio via cables to a USB sound dongle.
>
> PSK-31 using USB mode on 20M: Receive works great. When I transmit, TX
> light comes on, data is sent, but TX light stays on even though transmit
> power drops to zero.
>
> Would like to have transmitter stop!
>
> Anybody have the majick mouth-holding tricks?
>
> Thanks in advance and 73,
>
> Jim N3SZ
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[Elecraft] Elecraft web site down?

2017-04-28 Thread Ian Kahn
Is anyone else having issues getting to the Elecraft web site? I've been
trying for about five minutes, from my home QTH in Roswell, GA, and I keep
getting "www.elecraft.com is taking too long to respond" errors. Are they
down, or did their hosting provider update their IP address/DNS settings
again, and not tell anyone? I tried flushing my DNS cache on my system,
hoping I just have stale DNS entries, but that didn't help this time.

Thanks and 73,

--Ian
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Re: [Elecraft] Another really good reason to come to the Visailia DX convention this weekend...

2017-04-20 Thread Ian Kahn
Eric/Wayne,

I think this constitutes cruel and unusual punishment! 😉

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK


On Apr 20, 2017 12:52 PM, "Wayne Burdick"  wrote:

http://www.elecraft.com/images/visalia1.jpg

Watch this space for further details :)

73,

Wayne, N6KR
Eric, WA6HHQ

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[Elecraft] [OT] GA QSO Party This Weekend

2017-04-07 Thread Ian Kahn
All,

Thank you for allowing an off-topic use of bandwidth. This weekend is the
56th Georgia QSO Party. The contest runs 1800 UTC Saturday - 0400 UTC
Sunday, and again 1400 UTC Sunday - 2359 UTC Sunday, on your favorite HF
bands. Contacts with all 159 Georgia counties will be available, and the
contest has categories for both CW/digital and SSB contacts, or a mix of
both. I'll be on the air as KM4IK from my home QTH in Fulton County,
working 15m, 20m, 40m, and 80m, as conditions allow, in the SSB portions of
the bands. I hope to work everyone this weekend!

Thanks and 73,

--Ian
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Roswell, GA  EM74ua
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10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468
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Re: [Elecraft] K3- padded carrying case

2017-03-29 Thread Ian Kahn
Dick,

I've heard mention several times on this reflector of people using various
sizes of Pelican case. They are tough, air- and water-tight, well-padded,
and they make sizes that meet FAA carry-on guidelines.

Hope this helps.

73 de,

--Ian
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10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

On Wed, Mar 29, 2017 at 1:12 PM, Dick via Elecraft  wrote:

> Hi Guys,
>
> Please advise what's currently available in padded equipment or carrying
> cases or the K3?  I'd like to the size to meet FAA "carry on"
> requirements.
> (9x14x22")
>
> Thanks!
> Dick- K9OM
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB net

2017-03-26 Thread Ian Kahn
There is typically a net every Sunday, at 1800 UTC, on 14.3035 +/-. It may
have been cancelled this week due to the CQ WPX SSB contest.

73 de,


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10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

On Sun, Mar 26, 2017 at 3:28 PM, Chuck Chandler 
wrote:

> Is there an SSB net on some Sunday's but not others? I saw an email last
> week but too late to check in.
>
> 73 de Chuck, WS1L
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Re: [Elecraft] No"tun" for my KX1

2016-12-27 Thread Ian Kahn
Paul,

Email supp...@elecraft.com, and go from there. The Elecraft support team
will take very good care of you.

Good luck, and Happy New Year!

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK


On Dec 27, 2016 9:40 AM, "Paul C"  wrote:

I was wondering if Elecraft has a real tech support phone number or
official support email address aside from this user forum.  I ask because I
am a novice to this rig and QRP in general, and I have several short
critical questions which are much too tedious for email.

Construction went smoothly but now I'm at the testing point and I'm a
little uncertain on what to expect.  The manual is a little vague.  I guess
I need a genuine tutorial.

I called the number lists in the manual and it was disconnected.

Thank you,

Paul KG5KXG
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S and HRD

2016-08-29 Thread Ian Kahn
In the HRD Rig Control application, try Customize -> Meters. However, if
the K3S doesn't support displaying the meter externally, HRD can't display
It. I tried on my K3 s/n 281 and, despite selecting the options for ALC and
PWR, they weren't displayed, which leads me to believe the K3/S doesn't
support that particular capability. Perhaps someone more intimately
familiar with the firmware can chime in and provide more detail.

73 de,

--Ian
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10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

On Mon, Aug 29, 2016 at 8:05 AM, Wayne Michael 
wrote:

> Does anyone know how to get HRD to show the ALC and Power meters when
> transmitting for the K3S?
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 keying AFSK?

2016-06-19 Thread Ian Kahn
Richard,

What do you have set as the keying method in DM-780? I use it extensively
and have never had an issue. I believe I have it set to use HRD keying,
which does not require the use of vox for keying.

Hope this helps.

73 de,

Ian, KM4IK
On Jun 19, 2016 10:02 PM, "Richard Vincent"  wrote:

> I recently purchased a new to me K3 which I am in the learning curve. I am
> trying to get the K3 to key RTTY in AFSK mode and not having any luck. I
> have Fred's book and have followed the steps with still no keying. I am
> using DM-780.  VOX is on, sound set correct (I think). Anyone have any idea
> of what I am missing? I would like to get this working for FD.
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[Elecraft] Elecraft Sideband Net Results

2016-06-12 Thread Ian Kahn
Here are the results from today's net. Despite questionable band
conditions, we still had 29 check-ins, including net control. Thanks to all
stations that helped with relays today.

km4ik ian ga k3 281
w4rks jim tx k3 3618
n7bdl terry az k3s 10373
w7lkg rick wa k3 4497
w6wgf jason tx ft-817
w8ov dave tx k3 3139
n5tbq stan tx ft-950
nq9v ramon nc k3 4416
k1nw brian ri k3 4974
k7brr bill az k3 5945
w9kg peter in k3s 10385
kf7jzh ron id kx3 2262
ka4rxp/m alex fl ft-897
n0pod don mo ft-897
k4fi doug sc k3 6199
kk6da david ca k3s 10125
k4gcj garry nc k3 1697
w4pfm paul va k3 1673
k5djo david tx kx3 6755
n0ce dick mn k3 5105
k8nu carl oh k3 7976
kj4zml tom ga k3 7931
w0cz ken nd k3s 10329
k4wp phil ga k3 1746
w4dml doug tn k3 6433
wa5rej alan tx k2 1803
w9ejb ken in k3 1593
wa6era tracy ca k3s 10299
n2ci joe nj k2 7670

73 de,

--Ian
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km4ik@gmail.com
10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468
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Re: [Elecraft] : logging/k3s control program

2016-06-05 Thread Ian Kahn
I'm late jumping into this discussion, but want to add my two cents'
worth. In the interest of full disclosure, I'm a beta tester and
evangelist for Ham Radio Deluxe, but have no financial interest.

HRD provides all the functionality everyone has mentioned on this list
(including the info Ed asked for below, for V/UHF logging). One new
feature that HRD has that I haven't heard about in any other logger is the
ability to take input from N1MM Logger+ directly as it is being input into
the contest logger. There are a couple of configuration items in HRD to
set, and the HRD logger

Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA EM74ua
km4ik@gmail.com
10-10 #74624, North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3# 281, P3 #688, KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of
Edward R Cole
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2016 12:23 PM
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] : logging/k3s control program

Barely dare ask, but is there a logging program suited for VHF logging?
My logs are simply excel spreadsheets and cover:
No. MO/DY/YR TIME CALLSIGN GRID LOCATION DXCC WAS FREQ MODE QSL-RX
QSL-SENT Last two columns track QSLs received "X" or sent "MO/DA/YR"

Especially would be nice to determine with callsign entry if I had worked
the station, previously. MY log is an initial contact log and I do not
enter repeat contacts. Present use is all manual entry and search. Grid
is six digit locator. e.g. on 2m-eme I have 438 initial contacts (distinct
callsigns).

So far I run contests on paper with pencil. Eme and VHF contests normally
are not so fast and furious as on HF.
But a log that saves frequency, mode and date info while one enters time
and call would be nice on contests, especially if it would detect a dupe.
Be most handy tallying score and entering contest log. Cabrillo
conversion would be nice for contests.

I keep separate logs by band (only logging 6m+ contacts)

73, Ed - KL7UW
http://www.kl7uw.com
"Kits made by KL7UW"
Dubus Mag business:
dubus...@gmail.com

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Re: [Elecraft] : logging/k3s control program

2016-06-05 Thread Ian Kahn
I'm late jumping into this discussion, but want to add my two cents'
worth. In the interest of full disclosure, I'm a beta tester and
evangelist for Ham Radio Deluxe, but have no financial interest.

HRD provides all the functionality everyone has mentioned on this list
(including the info Ed asked for below, for V/UHF logging). One new
feature that HRD has that I haven't heard about in any other logger is the
ability to take input from N1MM Logger+ directly as it is being input into
the contest logger. There are a couple of configuration items in HRD to
set, and the HRD logger must be running in the background. This eliminates
the step of exporting the contest log to an ADIF and then importing it
into HRD. I admit my bias, but feel HRD is well worth the license fee and
is among the best logging/rig control/digi mode/satellite/rotor control
suites available.

Thanks and 73,

--Ian
Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA EM74ua
km4ik@gmail.com
10-10 #74624, North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3# 281, P3 #688, KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of
Edward R Cole
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2016 12:23 PM
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] : logging/k3s control program

Barely dare ask, but is there a logging program suited for VHF logging?
My logs are simply excel spreadsheets and cover:
No. MO/DY/YR TIME CALLSIGN GRID LOCATION DXCC WAS FREQ MODE QSL-RX
QSL-SENT Last two columns track QSLs received "X" or sent "MO/DA/YR"

Especially would be nice to determine with callsign entry if I had worked
the station, previously. MY log is an initial contact log and I do not
enter repeat contacts. Present use is all manual entry and search. Grid
is six digit locator. e.g. on 2m-eme I have 438 initial contacts (distinct
callsigns).

So far I run contests on paper with pencil. Eme and VHF contests normally
are not so fast and furious as on HF.
But a log that saves frequency, mode and date info while one enters time
and call would be nice on contests, especially if it would detect a dupe.
Be most handy tallying score and entering contest log. Cabrillo
conversion would be nice for contests.

I keep separate logs by band (only logging 6m+ contacts)

73, Ed - KL7UW
http://www.kl7uw.com
"Kits made by KL7UW"
Dubus Mag business:
dubus...@gmail.com

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Re: [Elecraft] Logging Programs

2016-02-26 Thread Ian Kahn
Terry,

I've used Ham Radio Deluxe for years and am quite happy with it. It has
most of the features you're looking for (I'm not aware of customizable
forms, but fields can be added/removed/moved in the logger), plus
outstanding rig control, digital mode software in DM780, satellite tracking
(if you ever go that route), and more.

In the interest of full disclosure, I don't have a financial interest in
HRD, but I am one of their evangelists in the Metro Atlanta area. Let me
know if you have any specific questions (off-list, please) and I'll be
happy to answer as best I can.

Thanks and 73,

Ian, KM4IK

On Fri, Feb 26, 2016, 6:32 PM Terry Brown  wrote:

> Hello All,
>
>
>
> I have been using a logging program for many years called LOGic.  I am
> currently upgraded to ver. 9 because it had a KX3 interface.  As I have
> been
> using it in the learning mode, I find that the error trapping is not good
> and the program constantly crashes when I try to do something the software
> does not expect.  It is extremely frustrating to use.
>
>
>
> I would be interested in changing to another logging/tcvr interfacing
> software program.  What has been your experience with these programs and
> what do you think are the best one's out there at this time.  I want
> something that will look up callsigns as I enter the calls, and it would be
> nice to have forms that can be edited and the fields moved around.   Award
> tracking is a big part of LOGic, as well as uploading to LOTW from the
> program.  It has a lot of features, but it has to be robust and usable, and
> this version is not that.
>
>
>
> Thanks and 73's,
>
>
>
> Terry Brown, N7TB
>
>
>
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 #281 Perceived Output Issue

2016-02-23 Thread Ian Kahn
Several people offered some very good suggestions and asked several valid
questions about my testing. Here are answers to many of those questions:

1. The meter I'm using in the test is a known-good MFJ-815B HF power/SWR
meter.
2. I'm using a known-good 300W dummy load for my "antenna", so any
reflected power is minimal, as is SWR.
3. I do have the internal ATU installed, but it is in BYPASS, as I have a
resonant antenna on 20m-10m and use the KAT500 for 40m/80m, or when I run
power.
4. Test results at lower power levels:

10m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 19-20w on meter; 50w out - ~30w on
meter
12m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 20w on meter; 50w out - 30w on meter
15m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 20w on meter; 50w out - 35w on meter
17m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 20w on meter; 50w out - 35w on meter
20m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 20w on meter; 50w out - 40w on meter
40m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 20w on meter; 50w out - 40w on meter
80m 10w out - 10w on meter; 25w out - 20w on meter; 50w out - 40w on meter

I also ran the TX Gain Calibration from the K3 utility one more time, with
a different cable. Here are the results of that calibration (note - I
didn't run the milliwatt calibration because I don't use a transverter with
the IF Out. It just goes to my P3):

K3 Tx Gain Calibration data written on 2016-02-23 at 22:18:30
K3 Serial Number 00281
K3 MCU revision 05.38. RS-232 speed 38400 bit/s.
Elecraft K3 Utility Revision 1.15.8.18
1900 kHz TxGain LP  52
3750 kHz TxGain LP  30
5336 kHz TxGain LP  56
7150 kHz TxGain LP  46
10125 kHz TxGain LP  52
14200 kHz TxGain LP  23
18110 kHz TxGain LP  24
21200 kHz TxGain LP  19
24930 kHz TxGain LP  25
29000 kHz TxGain LP  30
52000 kHz TxGain LP  24
1900 kHz TxGain HP  46
3750 kHz TxGain HP  48
5336 kHz TxGain HP  87
7150 kHz TxGain HP  62
10125 kHz TxGain HP  58
14200 kHz TxGain HP  28
18110 kHz TxGain HP  21
21200 kHz TxGain HP  18
24930 kHz TxGain HP  18
29000 kHz TxGain HP  27
52000 kHz TxGain HP  13

After running the TX Gain Calibration again, I checked the above output
numbers, and they stay the same. It seems as if I am losing about 20% of my
output power for any setting above 10w, except on 10m, where at 100w I seem
to be losing about 50w. It also seems as if maybe there is an issue with
the internal 100w PA, based strictly on my observations and a wild guess.
If there are any other suggestions/recommendations, I'm all ears. If not,
the next step is an email to the good folks in Aptos.

Thanks and 73,

--Ian
Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA  EM74ua
km4ik@gmail.com
10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

On Mon, Feb 22, 2016 at 5:40 PM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> Ian,
>
> Try TX Gain Calibration again - use a different coax jumper between the K3
> and dummy load - that could possibly be faulty.  If that does not correct
> it, contact Elecraft support.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
>
> On 2/22/2016 5:29 PM, Ian Kahn wrote:
>
> Don,
>
> I upgraded the MCU and ran the TX Gain Calibration at that time,
> successfully. I also ran it again Friday night, while testing, to make sure
> that wasn't the issue. It ran successfully both times.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Ian, KM4IK
> On Feb 22, 2016 5:24 PM, "Don Wilhelm"  wrote:
>
>> Ian,
>>
>> Did you upgrade after MCU version from 5.13 or below to 5.14 or greater?
>> That requires you to do the TX Gain Calibration (see 5.14 Release
>> Notes).  K3 Utility makes the task easy - just connect a dummy load that is
>> good for 1.8 to 54 MHz and capable of 50 watts or greater and the process
>> is automatic - follow the prompts in K3 Utility, it will take only about 2
>> minutes to complete after the dummy load is in place.
>>
>> If K3 Utility fails the TX Gain, there is one more chance - do each band
>> manually (see the Calibration part of the manual).
>>
>> If that does not correct it, contact support.
>>
>> 73,
>> Don W3FPR
>>
>>
>> On 2/22/2016 11:21 AM, Ian Kahn wrote:
>>
>>> Reposting, since this didn't seem to get out when I originally sent it
>>> last
>>> Friday evening. If you get this a second time, please forgive the noise.
>>>
>>> Thanks and 73,
>>>
>>> --Ian
>>> Ian Kahn, KM4IK
>>> Roswell, GA  EM74ua
>>> km4ik@gmail.com
>>> 10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
>>> PODXS 070 #1962
>>> K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468
>>>
>>> -- Forwarded message --
>>> From: Ian Kahn 
>>> Date: Fri, Feb 19, 2016 at 10:37 PM
>>> Subject: [Elecraft][K3] K3 #281 Perceived Output Issue
>>> To: "elecraft@mailman.qt

[Elecraft] Fwd: [K3] K3 #281 Perceived Output Issue

2016-02-22 Thread Ian Kahn
Reposting, since this didn't seem to get out when I originally sent it last
Friday evening. If you get this a second time, please forgive the noise.

Thanks and 73,

--Ian
Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA  EM74ua
km4ik@gmail.com
10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468

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From: Ian Kahn 
Date: Fri, Feb 19, 2016 at 10:37 PM
Subject: [Elecraft][K3] K3 #281 Perceived Output Issue
To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" 


All,

I have what I think is an output issue with my K3 s/n 281. When set at 100W
output, I am getting the following approximate output values:

10m ~55w
12m ~40w
15m ~50w
17m ~60w
20m ~60w
40m ~70w
80m ~70w
160m~70w

My testing methodology involved connecting the short (~12") coax out of
ANT1 to an HF power meter's input. I then connected the power meter's
output to a 300w dummy load. I then tuned to the band to test, put the rig
in CW mode, and keyed down for a few seconds. The power meter is set to
read peak output, not average output. As a self-check, I would randomly run
the test using AFSK-A RTTY, just as a double-check to ensure I was getting
100% duty cycle. The results are the same.

After discovering these power output values, I ran the TX Gain Calibration
via the K3 utility. It ran through the 5w and 50w calibration tests
successfully. After running the TX Gain Calibration, my output power
readings didn't change significantly. My readings then are:

10m ~50w
12m ~60w
15m ~50w
17m ~60w
20m ~60w
40m ~70w
80m ~70w
160m~70w

Is there something else I should check before I plan a call back to the
Elecraft mother ship next week? If it needs to go home for repair and
testing, it will have to wait until after the Georgia QSO Party the second
weekend in April. I'm getting good signal reports when I'm on the air, but
it seems odd to me that, with the rig set for 100w out, and in a full duty
cycle mode, I'm only getting 50%-70% of my rated power.

Thank and 73,

--Ian
Ian Kahn, KM4IK
Roswell, GA  EM74ua
km4ik@gmail.com
10-10 #74624  North Georgia Chapter #2038
PODXS 070 #1962
K3 #281, P3 #688 KAT500 #860, KPA500 #1468
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