Re: [Elecraft] K3 and KAT connections without a KPA500

[Jim Cary]

The Aux i/o is the one with phono type plug on the end, correct?

> On Nov 4, 2023, at 3:50 PM, Jack Brindle  wrote:
> 
> This is pretty simple, Jim. The AuxIO cable goes from the K3 to the KAT500. 
> Then one of the Antenna outputs of the K3 goes to the RF input of the KAT500.
> Of course the antennas connect to the KAT500 then (as they did before).
> That is pretty much it.
> 
> 73,
> Jack, W6FB
> 
> 
>> On Nov 4, 2023, at 3:03 PM, Jim Cary  wrote:
>> 
>> I’ve had to take my KPA500 out of service and want to operate just with the 
>> K3 and KAT.  I’ve tired different cabling configurations but can’t seem to 
>> get the k3 to communicate.  The manuals show all sorts of connections with 
>> amps, but not without an amp.
>> 
>> I know it has to be simple, but sure is beating me!
>> 
>> Jim
>> 
>> W2SM
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[Elecraft] K3 and KAT connections without a KPA500

[Jim Cary]

I’ve had to take my KPA500 out of service and want to operate just with the K3 
and KAT.  I’ve tired different cabling configurations but can’t seem to get the 
k3 to communicate.  The manuals show all sorts of connections with amps, but 
not without an amp.

I know it has to be simple, but sure is beating me!

Jim

W2SM

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[Elecraft] Recording received audio

[Jim Cary]

I’ve been requested by my electric company to send a recording of the power 
line noise I am encountering at my QTH.  

I thought that would be an easy project….. connect the  K3S Line Out to the 
Mike In of my computer (Windows 10) and use the Voice Recorder to capture the 
audio.  But no matter what I try, Voice Recorder says to “set up the microphone 
in Settings.”  But when I go into settings and look at the Microphone level, I 
can see the audio is apparently being received as the level varies as I change 
the level of the data on the K3S line out.   I tried using both the K3S 
internal sound card and the computer sound card with no result.

Is there a better APP than Voice Recorder for this purpose?

What am I missing?  This should be easy!! ☹️

Jim
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Re: [Elecraft] Supplemental K3 Cooling

[Jim Cary]

Keith,

I had saved the configuration file before I sent the radio in for repair and I 
fully understand the need NOT to reload that file.  However, is there a way to 
print out the saved file in a readable format so that I could set some of the 
old parameters in the new configuration?

Thanks,

Jim
W2SM


> On Jul 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Keith Trinity WE6R  wrote:
> 
> Jim, just to clarify, I put in the bi-polar replacement finals. We have some 
> left for repairs.
> They are not interchangeable with the MOSFETs.
> We had to design a whole new amp around the new MOSFETs, the KPA3"A" vs KPA3.
> 
> You can set config menu "PA TEMP" to a higher number to have the fans come on 
> sooner.
> (this won't help if the fans go to full speed and you still don't have enough 
> airflow).
> 
> Keith WE6R Elecraft K3/K4 Tech.

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Re: [Elecraft] Supplemental K3 Cooling

[Jim Cary]

Keith,

Thanks.

Jim


> On Jul 25, 2023, at 4:08 PM, Keith Trinity WE6R  wrote:
> 
> Jim, just to clarify, I put in the bi-polar replacement finals. We have some 
> left for repairs.
> They are not interchangeable with the MOSFETs.
> We had to design a whole new amp around the new MOSFETs, the KPA3"A" vs KPA3.
> 
> You can set config menu "PA TEMP" to a higher number to have the fans come on 
> sooner.
> (this won't help if the fans go to full speed and you still don't have enough 
> airflow).
> 
> Keith WE6R Elecraft K3/K4 Tech.

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[Elecraft] Supplemental K3 Cooling

[Jim Cary]

I recently burned up the finals in my K3.  I believe the problem was operating 
too high a power in FT8 mode for a sustained period on six meters.  I’ve 
learned a few lessons (expensive ones too!) as a result, especially about 
monitoring the PA temperature.  

I was also advised by the service technician that the original KPA3 finals were 
bi-polar and fairly robust.  However, they are no longer made so they replace 
them with newer MOSFETS which are more delicate.  

Given that the newer finals appear to be more delicate I’d like to see if there 
is a way to increase the PA cooling.  The K3 operates in a uncooled garage in 
the tropics, so the ambient temperature is well into the 80’s already.

I seem to remember comments years ago about either a replacement for the stock 
fans, or other ways to increase the airflow.

I’d appreciate it if anyone has any suggestions.

Thanks,

Jim
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S Line in not working.

[Jim Cary]

Dave,
I have been using my K3S in USB mode for FT8 for many years and never had a 
problem.

JIM


> On Apr 16, 2023, at 4:23 PM, Mark Musick  wrote:
> 
> Jim and Dave,
> My K3S when in DATA mode, the MIC+LIN says "not APPL".
> Jim you must not be in DATA mode. You have to be in DATA mode to use the 
> internal sound card for FT8.
> I got my K4D a year ago so it has been a while since I worried about such 
> things.
> 
> 73,
> Mark, WB9CIF
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net  On 
> Behalf Of Dave New, N8SBE
> Sent: Sunday, April 16, 2023 20:12
> To: Jim Cary 
> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S Line in not working.
> 
> Jim,
> 
> I have MIC+LIN set to off, I think so that the K3s doesn't pick up room noise 
> when using data modes.
> Also, the mic level control on the front panel affects the line in level when 
> you are in data a mode.  In other modes, it is a mic level, instead.
> 
> Hope that helps,
> -- Dave, N8SBE
> 
> On 2023-04-16 14:33, Jim Cary wrote:
>> I Just received my K3S back from being serviced, but it doesn't appear
>> that the Line In is functioning.
>> 
>> On FT8 I have the MIC+LIN set to ON, and MIC SEL to FPL.BIAS - same
>> settings as I have been using on my back-up K3.  I am using the same
>> cabling between PC and both rigs, so there is no issue with any of
>> them.
>> 
>> I've checked and double checked the Menu and Config settings between
>> the two radios and they are identical.
>> 
>> Anyone have any idea of what I might be missing before I contact
>> Elecraft?
>> 
>> Jim
>> W2SM
>> 
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[Elecraft] K3S Line in not working.

[Jim Cary]

I Just received my K3S back from being serviced, but it doesn’t appear that the 
Line In is functioning.

On FT8 I have the MIC+LIN set to ON, and MIC SEL to FPL.BIAS — same settings as 
I have been using on my back-up K3.  I am using the same cabling between PC and 
both rigs, so there is no issue with any of them.

I’ve checked and double checked the Menu and Config settings between the two 
radios and they are identical.

Anyone have any idea of what I might be missing before I contact Elecraft?

Jim
W2SM


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[Elecraft] K3 KPA100 not putting out in high power

[Jim Cary]

My K3 has stopped working in high power.  It works fine until output hits 12 
watts.  I hear the relay kicking in at that point to switch the K3 PA bypass 
relay to the  KPA100 module, but power goes to 0 and swr fluctuates all over 
the place.  The amp breaker does not appear to have been tripped.

Does anyone have a suggestion?

Jim
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[Elecraft] KIO3B or KIO3 board sets wanted

[Jim Cary]

I’m looking for either of the above board sets to replace a KIO3B set in my K3S 
which was damaged by lightning.  Replacement KIO3B’s have been on order for 
over a year now… supply chain issues.

Reply directly to me.

Jim
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted

[Jim Cary]

Yes, K6RO seems to be running a K3 dealership on Ebay!


> On Jul 12, 2021, at 2:25 PM, Paul GACEK  wrote:
> 
> Hi Jim
> 
> Seemingly lots of K3 and add ons available on eBay at present.
> 
> Paul
> 
>> On Jul 12, 2021, at 10:49 AM, Jim Cary  wrote:
>> 
>> Interested in a K3S or maybe K3 for a backup to my current K3S.
>> 
>> If you have one you would like to get rid of, please email me the 
>> particulars.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Jim
>> W2SM
>> 
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[Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted

[Jim Cary]

Interested in a K3S or maybe K3 for a backup to my current K3S.

If you have one you would like to get rid of, please email me the particulars.

Thanks,

Jim
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[Elecraft] KPA-1500 issue (power surge?)

[Jim Cary]

I posted a note yesterday that I took a power surge which knocked out my PC and 
couldn’t connect to my K3S.  Thanks to all the input for you guys, it would 
appear that the IO board on the K3S got fried.  Still to be confirmed, but 
strongly suspect true.

I figured I better check out the KPA-1500, and sure enough the KPA-1500 utility 
came up with the error message shown in the attachment.
n

Does this indicate there is a problem with the COM port on the PC, or with the 
1500?

Jim
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[Elecraft] K3S and PC Not talking

[Jim Cary]

I took a power surge the other day which wiped out my computer.  I’ve replaced 
the computer, but it and the K3S are not talking now.

I’ve made sure RS232 is configured to USB, tried a couple of different USB 
ports on the PC (which I know are good since they will recognize a flash 
drive), as well as different USB cables.

The device manager list shows two Com Ports:

Communications Port (Com1)
Intel Active Management Technology - SOL (Com3)

Nothing changes when I plug in the USB Cable from the K3 and the K3 Utility 
cannot find either Port.

My gut feel is that there is something wrong on the PC end since the K3 had no 
problem communicating with the old PC.  But I’d like to prove that.  Is there 
some way I can test out the K3 USB?  Unfortunately the  PC does not have a 
RS232 connector so I can try that as an alternative.

I updated the PC COM drivers but that made no difference.

Or perhaps one of you computer guru’s can tell me how to check out the computer 
COM ports.

Any help would be gratefully accepted!

Jim
W2SM

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Re: [Elecraft] Band decoder ala KRC2

[Jim Cary]

Dave, that is on my radar.

73,

Jim


> On May 14, 2021, at 4:08 PM, Dave Fugleberg  wrote:
> 
> Depending on your needs, the BCD-14 from Unified Microsystems is worth a 
> look. I use the older model BCD-10 for some external transverter switching 
> with my K3. 
> It’s just the populated PCB; you have to provide your own wiring and 
> connectors. The price is right though.
> 73 de W0ZF 
> 
> On Fri, May 14, 2021 at 2:38 PM Jim Cary  <mailto:jimlc...@gmail.com>> wrote:
> Looking for a band decoder similar to the discontinued KRC2 for my K3 to 
> control my antenna switch.  Doesn’t have to have a lot of bells and whistles. 
>  Would appreciate any suggestions.
> 
> Tnx and 73,
> 
> Jim
> W2SM
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Re: [Elecraft] Band decoder ala KRC2

[Jim Cary]

Jack,

Thanks.  I couldn’t find it on the website and when I called the sales customer 
service line they had no idea what I was talking about!

Jim


> On May 14, 2021, at 3:40 PM, Jack Brindle  wrote:
> 
> The KRC2 is still on the Elecraft web site, available for order. I would have 
> been told if it were discontinued, and have not been so notified.
> 
> url is: 
> https://elecraft.com/products/krc2-band-decoder-with-relays-k-line-and-k2 
> <https://elecraft.com/products/krc2-band-decoder-with-relays-k-line-and-k2>
> 
> 73!
> Jack, W6FB
> 
> 
>> On May 14, 2021, at 12:36 PM, Jim Cary > <mailto:jimlc...@gmail.com>> wrote:
>> 
>> Looking for a band decoder similar to the discontinued KRC2 for my K3 to 
>> control my antenna switch.  Doesn’t have to have a lot of bells and 
>> whistles.  Would appreciate any suggestions.
>> 
>> Tnx and 73,
>> 
>> Jim
>> W2SM
>> 
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[Elecraft] Band decoder ala KRC2

[Jim Cary]

Looking for a band decoder similar to the discontinued KRC2 for my K3 to 
control my antenna switch.  Doesn’t have to have a lot of bells and whistles.  
Would appreciate any suggestions.

Tnx and 73,

Jim
W2SM


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Re: [Elecraft] Local KPA1500 operation via KPA1500 remote

[Jim Cary]

HI Dave,

The key was using the “find KPA1500) on the remote tab.  Working now.

Thanks.

73,

Jim
W2SM


> On Sep 19, 2020, at 4:00 PM, rocke...@gmail.com wrote:
> 
> Verify your baud rate and com port in the remote program (USB) matches the 
> port and baud when using the utility program. Since the utility program works 
> the cable connections are good.
> I am using 230400 baud
> 
> You can also select Local Connect/USB in the remote program and select find 
> KPA1500. It will take a few minutes, depending on how many com ports the PC 
> has.
> 
> Dave wo2x
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net  On 
> Behalf Of Jim Cary
> Sent: Saturday, September 19, 2020 3:09 PM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] Local KPA1500 operation via KPA1500 remote
> 
> I’m having trouble configuring the KPA1500 remote software for local control 
> of my KPA1500 using USB or Ethernet ( I want to locate the amp in the 
> basement).  I assume I am supposed to use the “Local Connect” tab, but when I 
> hit the “connect” button, it says “unable to connect on Com………” and “KAT 
> Remote not running.”
> 
> The com connection does work with the Utility (and the Utility isn’t running 
> at the same time).
> 
> Obviously I’m doing something wrong here, so would appreciate some help.
> 
> I can use the KPA1500 Utility to do the same thing, but it is not as “elegant”
> 
> Jim
> W2SM
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[Elecraft] Local KPA1500 operation via KPA1500 remote

[Jim Cary]

I’m having trouble configuring the KPA1500 remote software for local control of 
my KPA1500 using USB or Ethernet ( I want to locate the amp in the basement).  
I assume I am supposed to use the “Local Connect” tab, but when I hit the 
“connect” button, it says “unable to connect on Com………” and “KAT Remote not 
running.”

The com connection does work with the Utility (and the Utility isn’t running at 
the same time).

Obviously I’m doing something wrong here, so would appreciate some help.

I can use the KPA1500 Utility to do the same thing, but it is not as “elegant”

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[Elecraft] KPA-500 and KAT-500 Wanted

[Jim Cary]

Looking for KPA-500 and KAT-500.  Does not need to be a package deal.

Contact me at jimlc...@gmail.com .

73,
Jim
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[Elecraft] K3S and N1MM+ on cw with no interface

[Jim Cary]

Thanks to all who replied.

The method shown in the manual does work, as does the method John Simmons 
suggested.

The problem was that I was trying to set the com port below the radio com port 
on the N1MM configure screen, like I had to do on my old interface.  Once I 
realized that the cw and ptt were controlled through the same port on the same 
line as the radio, all went well.

As usual, an “operator head space problem”

73 and have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Jim
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S and N1MM+ on cw with no interface

[Jim Cary]

John,

Thanks.  That set up works.

73,

Jim


> On Nov 22, 2018, at 2:18 PM, John Simmons  wrote:
> 
> Jim,
> 
> I have this exact setup and used it with success in the CW SS contest. Here's 
> what you need to know once you have the K3S talking to N1MM:
> 
> On the K3S, navigate to the 'PTT-KEY' Config option and set it to 'rts-dtr'. 
> Leave VOX turned off.
> 
> In N1MM:
> 
> with the port to match your K3S and SOxx set as desired, then:
> 
> 
> 
> N1MM will send PTT and CW via the USB port. I have a K3 (not S) but the only 
> difference in this case is your radio has a built-in USB to serial converter.
> 
> 73,
> -John NI0K
> 
> 
> Jim Cary wrote on 11/22/2018 10:46 AM:
>> I’m trying to get my K3S and N1MM+ to work on cw without an interface (which 
>> I have used in the past).  I’ve tried a couple of the suggestions I’ve seen 
>> on  the reflector but none of them seem to work.
>> 
>> I’m sure someone has figured out an easy way to do this and would appreciate 
>> the info.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Jim
>> W2SM
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Re: [Elecraft] K3S and N1MM+ on cw with no interface

[Jim Cary]

I have the  USB connected and am reading the frequency fine.  
> On Nov 22, 2018, at 2:12 PM, Nr4c  wrote:
> 
> You need some sort of connection between the radio and computer. Simplest is 
> the USB cable that came with your K3S. Set CONFIG/PTT/KEY to RTS DTR on the 
> radio of in n1mm+ go to Configure and set the com port (from Win device 
> manager “ports”) and set the radio and then set KEY  and PTT same as you did 
> the radio. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> ...nr4c. bill
> 
> 
>> On Nov 22, 2018, at 11:46 AM, Jim Cary  wrote:
>> 
>> I’m trying to get my K3S and N1MM+ to work on cw without an interface (which 
>> I have used in the past).  I’ve tried a couple of the suggestions I’ve seen 
>> on  the reflector but none of them seem to work.
>> 
>> I’m sure someone has figured out an easy way to do this and would appreciate 
>> the info.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Jim
>> W2SM
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[Elecraft] K3S and N1MM+ on cw with no interface

[Jim Cary]

I’m trying to get my K3S and N1MM+ to work on cw without an interface (which I 
have used in the past).  I’ve tried a couple of the suggestions I’ve seen on  
the reflector but none of them seem to work.

I’m sure someone has figured out an easy way to do this and would appreciate 
the info.

Thanks,

Jim
W2SM

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[Elecraft] K3 mini on SSB

[Jim Cary]

Can I use the MH2 mike for phone operation or do I need to use a Heil or other 
headset?

Thanks,

Jim
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Mini Error question

[Jim Cary]

John,

Thanks a lot.  I suspect it will be a challenge to get them communicating over 
the network down here, but maybe i’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Don’t be surprised if you hear from me again though.

73,

Jim

> On Oct 29, 2016, at 5:47 PM, John  wrote:
> 
> No worries Jim, glad to be of assistance.
> 
> I've actually been testing a couple of these for a couple of years now, 
> helping a friend who's bought them. We've had a whole world of pain with some 
> bits (not RRC related, but network related) in the past, so if you have any 
> more issues on that front, do shout and I'll see what I can do to help.
> 
> John (XLX)
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Jim Cary [mailto:jimlc...@gmail.com] 
> Sent: 29 October 2016 22:45
> To: John ; Barry Baines 
> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Mini Error question
> 
> John/Barry
> 
> Thanks for the quick responses.   I’ll be setting up the other side tomorrow. 
>  I think when I had them working at home I had both units connected before I 
> fired up the mini, so I didn’t have the problem.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Jim
> 
> 
>> On Oct 29, 2016, at 5:39 PM, John  wrote:
>> 
>> Jim,
>> 
>> This is actually quite a simple one, luckily!
>> 
>> I'm assuming when you say RRC you mean the MicroHAM RemoteRig Control system 
>> - I've helped set these up and test them for a couple of years now, so 
>> assuming I've got that bit right...
>> 
>> It simply means that it's unable to talk to the other end (ie the kit you 
>> haven't connected at the far end).
>> 
>> The MicroHAM RRC systems use SIP over UDP on three different ports - one for 
>> voice data, one for CAT data, and one for control signals between the remote 
>> head and the unit body. If it's a SIP connection error you're seeing, it's 
>> because the two ends of the RRC system can't see each other (which, as you 
>> say, is the correct case because you haven't hooked up the remote unit yet).
>> 
>> If I'm barking up the wrong tree, please correct me.
>> 
>> 73, and a firm left handshake,
>> John (XLX)
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of 
>> Jim Cary
>> Sent: 29 October 2016 22:27
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Mini Error question
>> 
>> I just packed up both my control and remote systems and moved them down to 
>> my ZF QTH, where they will be permanent.
>> 
>> I have the K3 mini hooked up to the control RRC unit, but haven’t 
>> hooked up the remote unit yet/
>> 
>> When I powered up the mini, and turned the volume control I got a three tone 
>> warning signal.  The light over the aux/mic cable is flashing yellow, which 
>> according to the Remote Rig manual means the SIP connection has failed…. but 
>> it isn’t clear what that means or what to do about it.  I’ve checked and 
>> doubled checked all the connections and they look good.
>> 
>> Does anyone not in the CQ contest (!!!) have an idea?
>> 
>> Jim
>> W2SM
>> ZF2LC
>> 
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 Mini Error question

[Jim Cary]

John/Barry

Thanks for the quick responses.   I’ll be setting up the other side tomorrow.  
I think when I had them working at home I had both units connected before I 
fired up the mini, so I didn’t have the problem.

73,

Jim


> On Oct 29, 2016, at 5:39 PM, John  wrote:
> 
> Jim,
> 
> This is actually quite a simple one, luckily!
> 
> I'm assuming when you say RRC you mean the MicroHAM RemoteRig Control system 
> - I've helped set these up and test them for a couple of years now, so 
> assuming I've got that bit right...
> 
> It simply means that it's unable to talk to the other end (ie the kit you 
> haven't connected at the far end).
> 
> The MicroHAM RRC systems use SIP over UDP on three different ports - one for 
> voice data, one for CAT data, and one for control signals between the remote 
> head and the unit body. If it's a SIP connection error you're seeing, it's 
> because the two ends of the RRC system can't see each other (which, as you 
> say, is the correct case because you haven't hooked up the remote unit yet).
> 
> If I'm barking up the wrong tree, please correct me.
> 
> 73, and a firm left handshake,
> John (XLX)
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Cary
> Sent: 29 October 2016 22:27
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Mini Error question
> 
> I just packed up both my control and remote systems and moved them down to my 
> ZF QTH, where they will be permanent.
> 
> I have the K3 mini hooked up to the control RRC unit, but haven’t hooked up 
> the remote unit yet/
> 
> When I powered up the mini, and turned the volume control I got a three tone 
> warning signal.  The light over the aux/mic cable is flashing yellow, which 
> according to the Remote Rig manual means the SIP connection has failed…. but 
> it isn’t clear what that means or what to do about it.  I’ve checked and 
> doubled checked all the connections and they look good.
> 
> Does anyone not in the CQ contest (!!!) have an idea?
> 
> Jim
> W2SM
> ZF2LC
> 
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[Elecraft] K3 Mini Error question

[Jim Cary]

I just packed up both my control and remote systems and moved them down to my 
ZF QTH, where they will be permanent.

I have the K3 mini hooked up to the control RRC unit, but haven’t hooked up the 
remote unit yet/

When I powered up the mini, and turned the volume control I got a three tone 
warning signal.  The light over the aux/mic cable is flashing yellow, which 
according to the Remote Rig manual means the SIP connection has failed…. but it 
isn’t clear what that means or what to do about it.  I’ve checked and doubled 
checked all the connections and they look good.

Does anyone not in the CQ contest (!!!) have an idea?

Jim
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[Elecraft] Muting K3 Mini speaker

[Jim Cary]

Is there a way to mute the internal speaker on the K3 mini?  When I plug in my 
external speaker (much better audio quality), the mini speaker is still active 
so get an undesirable “stereo” sound.

Using the mini with RRC to the K3.

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Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Remote and KPA500 Remote

[Jim Cary]

Eric,

Thanks a lot.  This is whole new (fun???) world!

73,

Jim

> On Aug 16, 2016, at 5:32 PM, Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft 
>  wrote:
> 
> Hi Jim,
> 
> Actually this software was written by Brandon, KG6YPI, who works here in our 
> engineering group. I've forwarded your email to him.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Eric
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> 
> On 8/16/2016 2:21 PM, Jim Cary wrote:
>> I have downloaded the above software from the Elecraft website to remotely 
>> control my KAT500 and KPA500.  However, their are no setup instructions 
>> included and Elecraft does not have them since the software came from a 
>> third party.
>> 
>> If anyone has the setup information, I would greatly appreciate it.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Jim Cary
>> W2SM
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Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Remote and KPA500 Remote

[Jim Cary]

Ken,

Sorry, but you have completely lost me there I am not up on terminology 
(someone should write a good book on basic terminology!).

In my simple language, I’ll have PC’s at both ends, with the remote PC 
connected with the appropriate cable to each of the units and the software 
programs running on the control PC.  Obviously each PC will be connected to a 
router.  Does this help?

Jim
W2SM

> On Aug 16, 2016, at 5:26 PM, Ken K6MR  wrote:
> 
> Setup depends on your physical connection. Are you controlling only a serial 
> port or doing client/server via tcp/ip?
>  
> Ken K6MR
>  
>  
>  
> From: Jim Cary <mailto:jimlc...@gmail.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2016 14:22
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net <mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: [Elecraft] KAT500 Remote and KPA500 Remote
>  
> I have downloaded the above software from the Elecraft website to remotely 
> control my KAT500 and KPA500.  However, their are no setup instructions 
> included and Elecraft does not have them since the software came from a third 
> party.
> 
> If anyone has the setup information, I would greatly appreciate it.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Jim Cary
> W2SM
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[Elecraft] KAT500 Remote and KPA500 Remote

[Jim Cary]

I have downloaded the above software from the Elecraft website to remotely 
control my KAT500 and KPA500.  However, their are no setup instructions 
included and Elecraft does not have them since the software came from a third 
party.

If anyone has the setup information, I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks,

Jim Cary
W2SM

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[Elecraft] K3 RX Antenna Input RF

[Jim Cary]

I seem to be getting too much RF in on my Beverage on 160 when I am  
transmitting, which appears to be causing the K3 RX antenna switching  
relay to chatter along with my dots and dashes.  No problem on 80 when  
using my beverage even though both the TX and RX antennas are the same  
for both bands.  I didn't have this problem with my other rigs, but I  
think that is because they grounded the RX Antenna input when the  
transceiver goes to transmit.  Apparently the K3 does not.

The bottom line I guess is that I need to either ground the RX Antenna  
input, or lift it, when the K3 goes to transmit.  Does anyone have a  
simple circuit that I could use to key a relay off of one of the  
accessory connector pins?

Thanks

Jim
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