Re: [Elecraft] Wire antenna ends and spools?
In looking at the Amazon listing I notice the reel has "active noise canceling". Wonder how effective that is for switching supply and other electrical noise? (tongue firmly in cheek) 73 de John Payne W4CWZ On 10/9/2021 7:02 PM, steve WB3LGC wrote: I have done similar for my portable antennas. https://www.amazon.com/Coghlans-Camp-Laundry-Reel-21-Foot/dp/B001QBZM4Q/ref=sr_1_44_mod_primary_new?dchild=1=rv+clothesline=1633820095=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D=8-44 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Off topic - musical composition
How many guitar players does it take to change a light bulb? 12!! One to change the bulb and the other 11 to sit around saying "I can do that". 73 de John W4CWZ On 7/25/2021 12:14 PM, l...@ka7ftp.com wrote: Now you are just picking on the old banjo... -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of n4kd Sent: Sunday, July 25, 2021 9:37 AM Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Off topic - musical composition Since you brought up chainsaws, I can compare it to my favorite instrument. What’s the difference between a banjo and a chainsaw? A chainsaw has a dynamic range! - 73, Dave N4KD On Jul 25, 2021, at 09:54, Richard Lawn wrote: I think the answer to that joke is “vibrato” though I heard it as the difference between the saxophone and a chain saw! Though I hate to disrespect my own instrument (Sax not chain saw ) 73 Rick, W2JAZ -- Sent from Gmail Mobile __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@bellsouth.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to l...@ka7ftp.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to payn...@comcast.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Old Posts
Long Delayed Echos. Propagation is really screwy! Tongue in cheek. W4CWZ On 2/7/2018 11:49 AM, Mark via Elecraft wrote: Re: Am I the only one being bombarded by old posts? 50+ turned up this morning... Same here. This has been going on for several days, and I am even getting duplicate old messages that I deleted a week ago. It is only happening with messages from this list. Mark KE6BB null __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to payn...@comcast.net --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] FW: Elecraft Equipment chat group
Nope, why reinvent the wheel? W4CWZ On 5/1/2017 9:42 AM, N2TK, Tony wrote: Nope, not interested in a new forum. --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Proposed On-topic indication.
Come on guys, 18 messages related to a topic that is not even necessary if the one complaining had just used that wonderful invention called the delete key instead of trying to be a list cop. No offense intended, just saying... W4CWZ On 7/16/2015 11:58 PM, David Cole wrote: guy, Your assumption that I was complaining is in error. I was pointing out that the stated, only viable option was in fact not the only viable option... I suspect everyone here knows it is Elecraft's list... __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Proposed On-topic indication.
Perhaps I could have worded it better, my meaning was that 18, n0 20+ replies would not have been needed if the original complainer had just used delete. Now topic closed, before Wayne or Eric find it necessary to step in. On 7/17/2015 8:33 PM, David Cole wrote: Speaking of list cop, thank you for deciding what is not necessary as a topic Just saying... __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Proposed On-topic indication.
The whole point I was trying to make was that what started as one person objecting to a post became many messages, which could have been avoided y the OP using his delete key. It has now evolved into a debate which can quickly become heated. This ain't Facebook, fellas!! On 7/17/2015 8:33 PM, David Cole wrote: Speaking of list cop, thank you for deciding what is not necessary as a topic Just saying... __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Windows 8.1 tablet power
I use a Dell Venue 8 Pro and like many new tablets and phones it uses USB On The Go for connectivity. Dell sells this: http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=usl=ens=bsdcs=04sku=470-ABES#Overview and it allows what you need. USB OTG negotiates charging and data according to a set of rules which I have not figured out yet, need to research that sometime! No connection to Dell other than a satisfied user. I'm sure this is available other places as well. 73, John Payne W4CWZ On 7/7/2015 10:55 AM, Mark N2QT via Elecraft wrote: I bought a win 8.1 (not RT) tablet from Cowboom for $59, hoping to interface it using its micro USB port. However the USB port is the only way to provide power to the thing, and battery life is such I'd like to leave it on charge while operating, while not losing the USB port data functionality. The unit is sold by Best Buy under the Unbranded name. Anyone have luck powering such a tablet without losing the USB data capability? Mark. N2QT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to payn...@comcast.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] R
No, no, no!! The modern, HI-Tech way to do it is to build up a circuit to charge at least a 10 F supercap and discharge it through the fuse, thereby clearing the short. The supercap is guaranteed to un-short almost any fuse you are likely to find, and could also be handy for jump starting your car if using 12v to charge it. Just be sure your charging circuit can stand the guff, those things take a heck of a jolt without charge current limiting!!! Tongue firmly in cheek, W4CWZ No need for a trip to the store. You can clear a shorted fuse by connecting a battery across it. Works every time. You're welcome. :-) 73, Bill W6WRT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] My KX3 Battery Approach
Unfortunately, those are NOT AA size cells. 18650 cells are much larger. See http://happypics.zapto.org/displayimage.php?pid=3026 73 de W4CWZ On 7/13/2014 5:58 PM, kb9...@wi.rr.com wrote: Use a better AA battery (3.7V 4.9AH Li-ion): http://www.ebay.com/itm/181411959514 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Modern battery for K2
Take a look at batteries intended for the RC crowd. Excellent prices and chargers available as well. LiIon and LiFePo4 available in many cell combinations and sizes. One place to look is www.hobbyking.com. No connection to them, just a good place to by stuff if you can wait for shipping. They do have many batteries in the US warehouse though. W4CWZ On 6/2/2013 12:43 PM, Ingo Meyer, DK3RED wrote: Hello Phil, I am still wondering if anyone has a part number of a nice Li battery of any chemistry that fits into the K2 battery space. Most of the batteries I have found are too large.There are tons of satisfactory batteries that I can use external to the K2, but I prefer a self contained rig. Look for A123 ANR26650M1A at eBay. Each cell: 3.3 volts, 2300 mAh, diameter 26 mm, lenght 66 mm You need 4 of it and a balacer 4S1. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Windows 8 Consumer Preview
I have 8 running on a virtual machine under Oracle VM VirtualBox, so far no problems other than the weird user interface. This is within Win 7x64. 73, John W4CWZ On 2/29/2012 8:27 PM, Phil Hystad wrote: Better yet, just create a VM to run Windows 8. That is what we always do now for not just new systems but multiple systems. On my Windows box at work I have about 4 different VM hosted systems. Of course, one big problem with hosting with a VM is that a brand new OS is often not supported yet but. If I really wanted to try out Windows 8, I would see if any of the VMs (VMWare or Microsoft for example) support it. 73, phil, K7PEH __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Packing Peanuts -- I HATE THEM !
Yeah, but they make lousy peanut butter! 73 de W4CWZ On 2/27/2011 11:14 PM, Ken Alexander wrote: I dunno. They're not bad with a little salt and a beer! 8-) 73, Ken Alexander VE3HLS -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] ESSB and the rules
N2DTS: I don't understand why some people like to limit other peoplesactivity, or choices. Excerpted from FCC rules Part 97: §97.307 Emission standards. (a) No amateur station transmission shall occupy more bandwidth than necessary for the information rate and emission type being transmitted, in accordance with good amateur practice. (b) Emissions resulting from modulation must be confined to the band or segment available to the control operator. Emissions outside the necessary bandwidth must not cause splatter or keyclick interference to operations on adjacent frequencies. It's the law!! Minimum practical bandwidth, no splatter, no spurs. FCC can and will cite stations for violations. 73 de W4CWZ -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.113/2400 - Release Date: 09/28/09 05:51:00 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] OT: fan control in MFJ-4225MV switching P/S
Just a thought here... There are many fans for computers which have a thermal control for the fan speed built in. I suspect it's just a temperature-variable resistor in series with the power lead. This could be a viable alternative for cooling of almost any thing which needs it, and these things are cheap. Look for phrases like thermally controlled, temperature controlled etc. With just a bit of searching, one can also find fans listed as silent. Many sellers of these fans list the sound level in DB, which makes comparison easy, they almost always list RPM and CFM specs as well. Also a variety of sizes from 40mm to 120mm and more. Try Cooler Guys http://www.coolerguys.com/, NewEgg http://www.newegg.com/, Xoxide http://www.xoxide.com/casefans.html? just to name a few. Hope this may help. 73, John W4CWZ Alan Bloom wrote: Yes, I expect a voltage regulator would work better than a resistor to drop the voltage. Since the fan motor draws more current at startup than when it is running, a contant-voltage source should give more-reliable startup at a lower voltage. But you probably still want to use a thermostat or some other method to switch the fan to full voltage if things get too hot. Al N1AL On Tue, 2008-08-05 at 05:06, Kenneth A. Christiansen wrote: I used a 5 volt regulator on my MFJ 4225 to slow down the fan. This allows the fan to start reliably at any voltage. I have run mine and my K2-100 this way for at least 5 years with no problem on SSB, CW and DIGITAL. 73 Ken W0CZ Bill NZ0T Wrote As I'm not a very technical person I just used a couple of resistors in parallel to slow the fan down in my 4225. I can't remember the values this early in the morning but it seems to be working just fine. The supply does run a little warmer but not hot and the fan is no longer heard. Bill NZ0T ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3: ACC connector and cable
Hi Tony: Try this: http://www.cablewholesale.com/specs/10h1-20203.htm or this for no ferrite: http://www.cablewholesale.com/specs/10h1-20203nf.htm They also have these in 6 ft. lengths, with and without ferrite, full listing at http://www.cablewholesale.com/specs/10h1-20203nf.htm As always, no financial interest, yadda yadda yadda... Hope this helps!! 73, John W4CWZ KM0O wrote: Has anyone found an alternative to just buying an HD15 male solder-cup or crimp connector and making up your own cable? I've been unable to find a pre-made cable that has all 15 wires and pins. Or maybe I am missing something? There's not much info in the archives. I have a physical handicap which makes it extremely difficult if not impossible for me to build such a cable, so this is a big deal for me. I do PL259s okay, but not this. Tony, KM0O -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Elecraft] OT: foot switch - why?
On Friday 21 March 2008 16:58, Bill W5WVO wrote: All good reasons. My #1 reason, though, is that I've never used a VOX that didn't suck. How about the fact that a foot switch leaves both hands free? I once worked as a mobile phone/paging/answering service operator, and let me tell you, you quickly gain an appreciation for foot switches. Try working a mobile caller, taking a phone call and logging calls on paper all at once sometime, it's REALLY tough if you have a hand switch, and don't even mention VOX when you are between two other operators with speakers and telephones, not to mention conversation. For Ham radio, it leaves both hands free for the computer or logging, and works a treat for me!! 73 de John W4CWZ -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] April QST: review and The Secret is Out
OK, now how am I going to explain to my neighbors in our all mobile home community why I'm burying wire down the middle of the street? After all, a 160 meter Rhombic is rather large!! Someone is bound to notice. 73 and tongue firmly planted in cheek, John W4CWZ Dave Andrus wrote: Finally, relief from my homeowners' association's restriction on antennas! Forget verticals and dipoles, I'm going to go bury a 4-el tribander in my back yard as soon as I find the time! ;-) 73, ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft]K2 Problem and new elecraft.kit.proposal
Yes, but how does she fit in that tiny space? ;-) 73 de John W4CWZ Bryan wrote: Dom, My cat keeps them all out 73 Bryan GM3AKF ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] What is this stuff??
Trevor Jacobs wrote: This is not correct. I have a roll of it sitting on the bench and it is definitely rosin core solder. I concur with Peter and Roelof on the mix. Kester makes darn good solder, and this is VERY good for surface mount work, especially in the small diameter. It's not easy to get the VERY small diameter with silver any longer. Last time I needed some, I had to special order it. Hang on to it. Trevor and others: See http://www.all-spec.com/1/viewitem/KWSW00/ALLSPEC/prodinfo/w3path=cat for the answer. All-spec says solid wire, NO FLUX!!! Do not try to use for normal soldering, it'll drive you batty. 73, John W4CWZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 Manual in 7 - 10 days
Oh heck Wayne, we're dead game sports!! Take the whole day!!! 73 and happy Birthday. John W4CWZ wayne burdick wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well it is the 10th day nowhas anyone seen the manual:( I have. I got sidetracked (not willingly, mind you). I'm about halfway through a final check to reconcile the manual with late firmware additions. I'll try to post it before Tuesday, when I'm taking half a day off. I'm turning 50 that day, and I've earned a little break :) 73, Wayne N6KR --- http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Help me buy a DMM
I lucked out several years ago at Sears and found a combination digital/analog meter. Has all the usual DMM functions, plus an analog movement. Wonderful for peaking, etc! Unfortunately, I think Sears has discontinued it(naturally), haven't seen anything similar for quite some time. Perhaps other sellers have something similar, but haven't noticed one. Only real complaint is that it has captive test leads and if one fails it would require ripping into the unit to repair it. In it's favor, it does have a hard case/cover which can also act as a tilt stand. Not much help at this point, but might be of interest to some. 73, John W4CWZ -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] bad choice: Anderson PowePole connectors
See bottom post: Phil Kane wrote: On Wed, 18 Jul 2007 03:44:08 +, Charles Harpole wrote: ARRL's idea to standardize on Anderson is similarily a mistake... and their idea is especially applied to emergency comm... the very place where weird fixtures are another disaster. Our ARES group has standardized on the Anderson PPs and they have been installed on all equipment used by our members. I can't for the life of me understand the hatred some show of APPs. Like any other connector, if installed PROPERLY and used for the intended purpose, they do a great job. ANY connector can fail if installed in a ham-handed manner, even the most expensive. My local ARES group has standardized on these, and not just because the ARRL said so, as some imply. They truly are a superior connector if installed to manufacturers spec. Crimp or solder, your choice, although if crimping is good enough for NASA, Boeing, McDonnell-Douglas et al, it's good enough for me. Also, the roll pins are NOT recommended by most sellers of APPs, nor Anderson. They do not stay put, and can cause a disaster if they fall into the wrong place(see Murphy's Law). Better to use a drop of Super Glue or similar after the connectors are dovetailed together. The clip made to hold sets together is a great idea, although it does add to the expense. BTW, RC modelers use APPs extensively with no trouble or unwanted disconnects, and this is certainly a harsher environment than most of us will use them in. Just my 2 cents, now back in my hole!! 73 de John AI4JH -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] New Elecraft Message Board?
See bottom post On Mon, 2007-04-06 at 04:15 -0700, Fred (FL) wrote: I'm proposing it is way past about time, for Elecraft Inc. to create and support an Elecraft Message Board If it ain't broke don't fix it. With any modern email client one can sort messages by thread, and filter out those one finds objectionable. I find email less cumbersome than message board systems, which have no filtering. I do agree that a message board can organize by topic, thread or sender, but I just can not bring myself to like the system. Just my $.02 worth, now back in my hole. 73 de John AI4JH ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] WARNING
Be careful ordering from Futurlec. I have been going round-and-round with them for well over 2 months now and have still not received my order. All I get is lies and excuses. I am on the verge of disputing the charge with my bank, having given them an ultimatum. 73 de John AI4JH ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Soldering Stn Bites the Dust...Time to Replace
I just got a Xytronic Auto-temp 136 ESD which I'm already quite fond of. Uses same tips as Hakko, but only cost (If I recall) 70.00 from Circuit Specialists. No connection, just a satisfied customer. 73, John AI4JH Joe-baa4nn wrote: While I like my Edsyn 951SX bought on special sale, now a bit pricey, I think most Weller or Hakko are excellent. Eg., Hakko model 936-11 is $89.98 at Tequipment de Joe, aa4nn ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Re cord etc
I once had a terrible time stringing a dial cord... And the song I heard was I hold my pants up with a piece of twine; Because you're mine, please pull the twine! 73 and running fast, John AI4JH - Original Message - From: Thom R LaCosta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: BRYAN TAYLOR [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, March 20, 2006 8:13 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Re cord etc On Mon, 20 Mar 2006, BRYAN TAYLOR wrote: Wasn't it Snozzle Durante who found the lost cord ? Or did it come from that old Mountain Music Standard. Just say you're mine, I'll pull the twine. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] (no subject)
Bryan: Tried to email you direct but it bounced. Oh well, I tried to keep it private! Please read the information at the bottom of any post to unsubscribe. If you do it right, it works! Also please use a subject line! Makes it much easier to figure out what you want. 73 AI4JH [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: please don't send any more elecraft info to me thank you. [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 0544-8, 11/04/2005 Tested on: 11/6/2005 8:49:45 AM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2005 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: RE:[Elecraft] no subject
Apologies to listmgr, not trying to be a list cop, just trying to help! 73 AI4JH -- The real proof that there is intelligent life in outer space is that they haven't come here. --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 0544-8, 11/04/2005 Tested on: 11/6/2005 8:54:44 AM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2005 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Silver bearing solder
Must be the new math - 361 - 354 = 100. Grin! Or have I managed to miss something? 73 de John AI4JH Jeremiah McCarthy wrote: Actually, silver bearing solder has a lower melting temperature than 63/37 tin/lead solder...63/37 melts at 361 degrees...The silver bearing solder that McMaster-Carr sells is listed at 354 degrees, almost 100 degrees cooler than 63/37, and is called low melting point solder...It's composition is 62% tin, 35.75% lead, 2% silver, 0.25% antimony, and it has a multi-flux core...It meets J-STD-006 federal specs, which is the same as 63/37 and tells me it safe to use...It costs about $10 a pound more than 63/37 and seems ideal for SMT... Jerry, wa2dkg ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 0525-5, 06/25/2005 Tested on: 6/25/2005 9:38:24 AM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2005 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: FW: [Elecraft] RF build up
Alan, I think you may have unwittingly hit on one explanation for Long Delayed Echos. All those CW characters freeze on the antenna and stay there untill a thaw, then they melt and radiate(at least some do, many may just drip onto the ground). Then, you hear them and think, AHA,an LDE!!. Another mystery solved!! 73 and a tounge-in-cheek Merry Christmas to all, John N4FLJ Alan Slusher wrote: Tony: I am sure that you can find evidence of the effect of weather on rf (see below). ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT: SMT kits?
Who needs an expensive soldering station for SMT? I've built a couple of SMT projects with a standard soldering station (using a fine tip)with no problem. If one looks for excuses, one can find them, and never do or learn anything new! There are many cheap and easy tricks for SMT work, if one only cares to look a bit! 73 de John N4FLJ - Original Message - From: Sandy W5TVW [EMAIL PROTECTED] One reason I don't care with SMD stuff, is the cost of proper soldering gear for them! Big smile ;^) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
