Re: [Elecraft] I'm building a personal email list....

[Ken G Kopp]

John,

It was a bungled effort to make a small personal mailing list.  I've asked
Elecraft to remove / block it.

73

Ken Kopp - K0PP


On Sat, Jun 20, 2020, 10:19 John  wrote:

> I ask just what is this list to be used for?
>
>
> On 20/06/2020 8:32 a.m., Dave Sublette wrote:
> > OPT OUT--- K4TO
> >
> > On Sat, Jun 20, 2020 at 11:21 AM Don Wilhelm 
> wrote:
> >
> >> I am with Jim and Gwen.  I have too many lists right now.
> >>
> >> 73,
> >> Don W3FPR
> >>
> >> On 6/20/2020 11:03 AM, Jim Sheldon wrote:
> >>> Ken,
> >>> Exactly as Gwen Patton said, CONTACT list fine as my email address is
> >>> also on QRZ but if you are starting a reflector.  Do NOT put my email
> >>> address in automatically.  IF I don't have the prerogative to OPT-OUT,
> I
> >>> want no part of it.
> >>>
> >>> Jim, W0EB
> >>>
> >>>
>  I'm confused. Do you mean a personal CONTACT list, or a mailing list
> >> like
>  the Elecraft reflector?
> 
>  If it's the former, I don't mind if you associate my address with,
>  say, my
>  call sign, so you can contact me if you need to. That's because you
> >> could
>  look me up on QRZ and find my email address. It's no big deal.
> 
>  But if you mean a REFLECTOR, including me in mass mailings, then I'll
>  have
>  to say no, thank you. If you want to have a reflector of your own, I
>  strongly suggest that you make it opt-in, not opt-OUT. I get hundreds
>  of emails a day, and need to choose the reflectors I subscribe to very
>  carefully.
> 
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[Elecraft] I'm building a personal email list....

[Ken G Kopp]

If you -don't- want to be included -do- say so.  I won't be offended.

Regards,

Ken Kopp - K0PP
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[Elecraft] BC station inspections

[Ken G Kopp]

Local 2-way friend's shop here in Montana has several under contract.

FWIW

73

K0PP

On Thu, Apr 30, 2020, 13:59 John Simmons  wrote:

> Jim,
>
> All the broadcast inspections are now contracted out to private companies.
>
> 73,
> -de John NI0K
>
> Jim Cassidy wrote on 4/30/2020 1:47 PM:
> > I did all the FCC required licenses at Portland FCC.  General class
> while in High School, all commercial licenses including 3rd class
> radiotelegraph and Amateur Extra around early 1960s.  And with a 10 year
> broadcasting career usually yearly visits from McCann or another FCC
> engineer Burson at the broadcast station inspections.
> >
> > 73 KI7Y
> >
> > - Original Message -
> > From: "Phil Kane" 
> > To: "Elecraft" 
> > Sent: Wednesday, April 29, 2020 7:32:31 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: The Colpitts mystery
> >
> > On 4/29/2020 5:52 PM, Macy monkeys wrote:
> >
> >> I took my General at the FCC office downtown Portland in the late
> >> 60s. The examiner was a tough and gruff staffer named Francis McCann.
> >> IMHO, he was extra tough on 14 year olds, hi. You know my heart was
> >> racing when that series of V's came through those headphones!
> > Frank McCann was one of the old timers when I joined the agency in 1967.
> >   By that time he was the Engineer in Charge of the Portland Office but
> > the EIC did a lot of the journeyman jobs in those smaller offices.  When
> > he retired in the late 1970s (or was it the early 1980s) I applied for
> > his job but they had to give it to someone else whose office was being
> > closed and I continued at the San Francisco Office until I retired in
> > 1995.  I have no idea what happened to him after that.
> >
> > 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane
> > Elecraft K2/100   s/n 5402
> >
> >  From a Clearing in the Silicon Forest
> > Beaverton (Washington County) Oregon
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[Elecraft] Special Bulletin- More Event Cancellations, ARRL Digital Editions off-line

[Ken G Kopp]

-- Forwarded message -
From: ARRL Members Only Web site 
Date: Tue, Mar 31, 2020, 10:12
Subject: Special Bulletin- More Event Cancellations, ARRL Digital Editions
off-line
To: 


More iconic Northwestern Division event dominoes are falling as a result
of the COVID-19 pandemic. I received notification yesterday afternoon
that both the Pacific Northwest DX Convention, originally scheduled for
August 7th-9th, and the Stanwood-Camano ARC Hamfest, in Stanwood,
Washington, originally scheduled for May 9th, have both been canceled
for this year.

The Pacific Northwest DX Convention is scheduled to be hosted again by
the Willamette Valley DX Club in Portland, Oregon in August 2021. The
event normally rotates between 4 different host DX groups, and the 2021
event was originally to be hosted by the Idaho DX Association, in
conjunction with the Spokane DX Club. They will now host the event in
2022.


I also received notification this morning that the the digital editions
of QST and On the Air magazine are currently unavailable online. Access
to the publications via the iOS, Android, and Kindle apps is functioning
normally, however. Digital publisher PageSuite is working to resolve the
problem. The ARRL will update members when web access has been
restored.


73 and stay safe;

Mike Ritz, W7VO
Director, ARRL Northwestern Division

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[Elecraft] Special Bulletin: Sea-Pac and ARRL Northwestern Division Convention Canceled

[Ken G Kopp]

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Subject: Special Bulletin: Sea-Pac and ARRL Northwestern Division
Convention Canceled
To: 


I received the following notice regarding the cancellation of Sea-Pac
2020, (which also hosts our yearly ARRL Northwestern Division
Convention). While disappointing and painful, it's certainly the right
thing to do.

At this point in time the Pacific NW DX Convention scheduled for August
is still going on as planned. That said, stay tuned for further
developments.

I've received many requests for club Zoom meetings in the last few
weeks, so I'm certain most clubs are properly "social distancing"
themselves. Social distancing is vitally important in keeping the virus
in check, especially when so many amateurs fit the most vulnerable
demographic. Let's all hope that this virus pandemic blows over quickly
and we can get our lives back to normal!

Finally, there have been many questions brought to me by members as to
the status of the ARRL Volunteer Examiner program, and also questions as
to how the upcoming ARRL Field Day event will be affected. I'll deal
more with these questions in my next update, as I have a teleconference
with other members of the Board's Programs and Services committee
scheduled later this week.

The staff at ARRL HQ are adjusting to the "new normal" of working mostly
from home, (as are we all), so please be patient when attempting to
contact them regarding any issues.


73, and please stay safe!

Mike Ritz, W7VO
Director, ARRL Northwestern Division

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SEA-PAC 2020 Cancellation Notice

 For some time the SEA-PAC Executive Committee has monitored the
COVID-19 pandemic working closely with our local health, public and
government partners in assessing this unprecedented situation.

With approximately 60 days until the event, the Executive Committee has
made the decision to cancel the SEA-PAC convention for 2020. Convention
fees paid will be refunded.

This conclusion is based on the deadly seriousness of the virus, the
rate of expansion, and the recovery time after the crisis apex is
achieved. But more importantly, it is based on the genuine concern for
the health and safety of the attendees, vendors and presenters.

Details regarding this cancellation will be posted at www.seapac.org.


Thank you for your understanding and we are looking forward to the next
SEA-PAC on 4, 5, and 6 June 2021.

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[Elecraft] [sea-pac-info] SEA-PAC 2020 Cancellation Notice

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From: Sea-Pac information 
Date: Mon, Mar 30, 2020, 10:03
Subject: [sea-pac-info] SEA-PAC 2020 Cancellation Notice
To: SEA-PAC News 


SEA-PAC 2020 Cancellation Notice



For some time the SEA-PAC Executive Committee has monitored the COVID-19
pandemic working closely with our local health, public and government
partners in assessing this unprecedented situation.



With approximately 60 days until the event, the Executive Committee has
made the decision to *cancel the SEA-PAC convention for 2020*. Convention
fees paid will be refunded.



This conclusion is based on the deadly seriousness of the virus, the rate
of expansion, and the recovery time after the crisis apex is achieved. But
more importantly, it is based on the genuine concern for the health and
safety of the attendees, vendors and presenters.



Details regarding this cancellation will be posted at www.seapac.org.



Thank you for your understanding and we are looking forward to the next
SEA-PAC on 4, 5, and 6 June 2021.



Gary J Takis K7GJT

SEA-PAC 2020 Chairman
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[Elecraft] The G5RV trivia

[Ken G Kopp]

I have a copy of Lou Varney's (G5RV) article downloaded from the RSGB.  It
was designed as a twenty meter -only-antenna.

73

K0PP
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[Elecraft] Case color trivia ...

[Ken G Kopp]

Rose found in the course of her case and cover fabricating business that
most "camo" fabric patterns are copyrighted and therefore many fabric
stores don't sell them.

73

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Re: [Elecraft] Kx3, wsjtx, broadband noise

[Ken G Kopp]

A possibility is an ionospheric sounder ...

In the past there were many hundreds of 'em operated by "everyone".

Used to be plagued by one a few miles north of Denver.  Another was located
behind the NBS in Boulder.

Give Google a peek 

73

K0PP

On Sun, Feb 2, 2020, 15:14 Tox  wrote:

> Hoping someone has a suggestion for how I can work around some local QRM.
>
> I have a kx3 with filters installed
> I have wsjtx running.
> I've recently added a px3 to see if it would help provide insight.
>
> I find intermittent broadband noise that desenses my receiver on multiple
> bands. 1) It appears to either be On or Off, no visible fading.
> (Transitions are <<1 second). Sometimes a little flickering but usually
> extends for minutes to hours.
> 2) When on, signals in waterfall completely disappear or are reduced to
> just a couple nearby (loud) stations
> 3) when on, it wipes out at least one whole band (usually 20m, sometimes
> 40m as well).
> 4) when on, the full 200khz slice in px3 goes green snow
> 5) still happens if I throw breaker in my subpanel and am running off of
> batteries
> 6) with 30 min of fiddling, haven't been able to see it in a kiwisdr node
> less than a mile away
> 7) pskreporter still shows me to be getting out (to the extent I can)
>
> Broadband, no visible peaks, so not sure I could triangulate it by
> wardriving with a Kerberos.
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> Is there a way/practice to maybe leverage the filters to increase rejection
> of the interference?
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Scott
> AD6YT
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Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft-KX] Fred Caddy's "The KX Line"

[Ken G Kopp]

Been to that site via helicopter a number of times.  Fred has operated SO2R
using my station.  He was indeed a fine operator.  His sudden passing was
an unexpected shock to us all.

Trivia ... The building's floor was / is patterned with hundreds of nails
driven through from the inside to discourage the marmots from chewing
through the floor from below to get at the plastic bottles of battery water.

73

Ken Kopp - K0PP

On Thu, Jan 30, 2020, 16:22 Jeff Logullo N0̸MII  wrote:

> I did a double-take just now while reading the Feb. 2020 issue of QST.
> Page 104 hosts the “100, 50, and 25 Years Ago” feature. Guess who was on
> the cover of the Feb. 1995 issue? None other than Fred Cady KE7X...
>
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[Elecraft] KE7X

[Ken G Kopp]

Fred was a dear friend of mine, and entered many contests using my station
here in Montana.  He especially excelled at SO2R, often working two
stations at once.  Awesome to watch.  GAWD I miss him!

73

Ken Kopp - Kopp

On Sat, Jan 11, 2020, 16:14 Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> I will second that recommendation for the Fred Cady book.
> It sounds like you are getting frustrated by many different angles that
> are may not be related to each other.
>
> Go through Fred's book from front to back, doing his exercises as you go.
> When you are finished, you will be responding to questions on the
> reflector instead of asking them.
>
> Fred was a great teacher and writer.  He told me that his experience as
> a professor told him that there were 3 types of learning.  Those who
> could understand from just reading, and those who had to have hands-on
> and those who learned best from doing visuals and exercises.  Fred
> covered them all in his writings.
>
> I (as an engineer) have no problem following the basic Elecraft manuals,
> and Fred has said that he has nothing in his books that is not covered
> in the Elecraft manuals, but his presentation methods are different and
> more expansive.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 1/11/2020 5:45 PM, Rich wrote:
> > I highly recommend "The Elecraft KX Line" by Fred Cady KE7X (SK).   You
> > can order it from the Elecraft web site.
> >
> https://elecraft.com/collections/kx-line-books/products/the-elecraft-kx-line-book-by-fred-cady
> >
> >
> >
> > On Sat, Jan 11, 2020 at 3:04 PM Karl W Hubbard via Groups.Io
> > mailto:yahoo@groups.io>> wrote:
> >
> > How do I get rid of the CW sounds when I input either via tap or
> > push to hold functions on my KX3? I don't know whether I've enabled
> > some macro function or what.
> >
> > My 40 meters has now switched from LSB to USB indication . What am I
> > missing? Anything?
> >
> > Now my ATU won't tune anything . Stays at 24.1-1 and powers down to
> > 3.0 volts, even after refresh several times, even when I manually
> > tune my Alex loop to within 1.5 SWR. ( I had used the ATU to
> > routinely  fine-tune down to 1.1-1 -until today.)
> >
> > I am getting more frustrated with the KX3 as time passes. Even
> > setting up my Heil headphones is a hassle.
> >
> > The manual should be written with a goal oriented task., ie. I have
> > a pair of mic headphones which I want to use with KX3. Now what do
> > you think I will want  to do? Well, I'll  need to input a slew of
> > parameters,  VOX delay, pitch volume, monitor compression etc. These
> > should be organized under one topic:Headphone - mic use.  using
> > headphones with voice mic including troubleshooting tips, not
> > scattered all over the manual.
> >
> > Really thinking now about just selling all of my stuff, two mint
> > condition Kx3s with covers, heat sinks , KPA100s, PX3s with covers,
> > redundant extra cables. It seems every time I try to use my rig, I
> > encounter a new problem. Obviously, i would like to upgrade my
> > antenna, but at this point, I am more inclined just to bail.
> >
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[Elecraft] Copying CW at high speeds

[Ken G Kopp]

See my QRZ page regarding my USC&GS ... later NOAA ... shipboard
operation.  Also "hung out" at WPD, RCA's shore station on the Tampa
waterfront. Op there was Al Andres (not a Ham).

73

K0PP



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Date: Sun, Dec 29, 2019, 09:39
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Copying CW at high speeds (OT to Elecraft)
To: 


Discussions of Morse copying skills are nowadays addressed to casual
amateur efforts where complete and accurate hard-copy output is seldom
required.  Professional Morse skill was measured at the speed that the
operator produced complete and accurate hard-copy.  An operator who head
copies at 50 wpm but hard copies at 15 wpm was a 15 wpm operator.

In the history of Morse for military and commercial service, the ONLY
valuable skill was producing accurate hard-copy of both plain language text
and code groups.  The professional licenses for radiotelegraphy were the
Third Class, Second Class, and First Class Radiotelegraph certificates.
The Third and Second Class licenses required the following:

PLAIN LANGUAGE (including common punctuation) - 20 wpm - Receive and send
100 consecutive characters (1 minute) without error in a 500 character (5
minute) text.
CODE GROUPS (5-character groups of letters and numbers) - 16 wpm - Receive
and send 80 consecutive characters (1 minute) without error in a 400
character (5 minute) text.

Most candidates found that slow-speed code group receiving test to be the
most difficult part.  (It took me three 200-mile trips to the Kansas City
FCC office to finally pass.) All those mental skills that allow an operator
to decipher entire words in plain language are of no help with code
groups...there's no process of "hearing code groups".  There is also no
possibility of reviewing copied text and context for needed obvious
corrections.  Although it's not required for 16 wpm, operators skilled at
high speed code groups develop an automatic "unthinking" response to
actuate keys on the mill/keyboard as characters are heard.

The era of the professional commercial Morse operator essentially ended in
July 1999 when maritime Morse operation ceased in the US.  In the same era
the US military banned use of Morse, even going so far as eliminating it
from MARS repeater IDs.

It was a great era with great operators.  A dear friend of mine (Al, W5KGM)
was a professional Morse operator for airlines and in WWII Atlantic
merchant ship convoys from 1937 to the 1970s.  He could do do everything
commercial-quality at 60-wpm or better.  He became a silent key at age 102
last year...there aren't many such "real" Morse professionals left.

It's unfortunate that the ham bands have been since 1999 the only place
that Morse radiotelegraphy may be heard for practice.  Before that, the
marine Morse bands (especially 400 to 520 kHz) provided far more
interesting copy for development of Morse reception skill.  (I usually kept
a receiver on 500 kHz/600 meters at night.)  Morse skill was also
reinforced (at least for a while) in the Cold War for radiomen in my
squadron of ballistic missile submarines on the logical consideration that
if world events ever provoked missile launch, it was unlikely that normal
sophisticated submarine communications networks would exist afterwards.

But today...Morse is only a hobbyist's or historian's undertaking.  I
personally found practice at Morse reception to be far more rewarding
outside the ham bands...but that option no longer exists.

Mike / KK5F
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[Elecraft] More about copying code ...

[Ken G Kopp]

If one is "good" at code it's like knowing a second language.  Copying in a
"pileup" is like following a particular conversation in a room full of
chattering people.

Many do better ... are faster ... at copying using longhand, finding it's
faster than printing, but this is more related to writing / printing skills
that have nothing to do with code copying skill.

FWIW ...

Trivia:  There are 50+ "Kopp" hams.

73

Ken
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[Elecraft] Learning the code

[Ken G Kopp]

Difficulty remembering correct name ... Farnsworth method (?) ... Copy
characters fast (10+ WPM) and slow down by increasing the spacing between
characters while still maintaining the same character speed.  -Never- count
dots and dashes ... Learn letters as small "packages" of sounds.

CW is the one thing in life I am good at. (:-)

FWIW ...

73

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Re: [Elecraft] Reaching Across the Chronological Divide

[Ken G Kopp]

Well said, Don ...

73

K0PP

On Sun, Dec 22, 2019, 21:37 Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> I think we need to be focusing on the personal aspect of one on one
> communications with someone who we have never met - without the need for
> the internet, Facebook or any other internet app.
> It is a thrill to me to be able to have a conversation with someone new
> via ham radio.
>
> Of course, even that element is fading out in ham radio with the
> emphasis on quick DX contacts or contest points.  Ragchewing with
> someone new to get to know something about them personally or their
> location is what gives me the thrill of ham radio.  So sad to see that
> element being diminished.
>
> Bring ragchewing back, and I am not talking about the nets on 80 and 40
> meters, it is reaching out to someone new and telling a bit about
> ourselves and getting the same in return.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 12/22/2019 11:17 PM, David Gilbert wrote:
> >
> > I think we already discussed that aspect, and the point is that young
> > people with a technological inclination are far more likely to be
> > interested in software, or robotics, or biomedical ... stuff that has
> > more relevance to advancing the world and actually leading to a job.  It
> > might be a challenge to bounce a signal of the ionosphere but people
> > were doing that 100 years ago.
> >
> > 73,
> > Dave   AB7E
> >
> >
> > On 12/22/2019 6:52 PM, Robert G Strickland via Elecraft wrote:
> >> There is a constant refrain about "communicating with far away
> >> places." No doubt that has been one attraction of our hobby. For
> >> myself, I was never particularly interested in "communicating." For me
> >> it was mastery of a technical environment. Communicating was just the
> >> proof that the environment had been mastered. Another way of saying
> >> this -maybe- is technology versus sociology. There are many
> >> traditional activities that have been replaced by more modern versions
> >> [eg, horses versus cars, walking versus bicycling, bow/arrow versus
> >> guns]. Yet, there is still interest in the "old way," because the
> >> earlier challenges remain in spite of more modern solutions. Getting a
> >> signal from my radio, out into the ether, bouncing it off the
> >> ionosphere, and back down on the other side is still a challenge.
> >> Satellite links and the internet don't negate the ionospheric
> >> challenge. Perhaps engaging prospective hams in the technical
> >> challenges of the hobby will brings in those who like such challenges.
> >> Communicating may be the benny on the other side of mastery.
> >>
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Re: [Elecraft] Reflector email problems

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Yes ...

73

On Sun, Nov 17, 2019, 12:15 kevinr  wrote:

> Were you able to see my net announcement either from last night or today?
>
> 73,   Kevin.
>
>
> On 11/17/19 11:07 AM, Rose wrote:
> > FWIW, I'm not aware of missing postings, including yours.
> >
> > All appears normal here.
> >
> > 73
> >
> > Ken - K0PP
> >
> > On Sun, Nov 17, 2019, 12:01 kevinr  > > wrote:
> >
> > I have not seen any of the messages I have sent to the Reflector
> > posted
> > in the last two days.
> >
> > Is there a problem with the Reflector?
> >
> > Kevin.  KD5ONS
> >
> >
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[Elecraft] Was there a recent ...

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message cautioning about a reflector advertisement with very high pricing?

73

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[Elecraft] Center-fed antennas

[Ken G Kopp]

Well-said, Don.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP

On Thu, Oct 10, 2019, 16:23 Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> All this talk of multi-band antennas for Field Day ignores the problem
> of multi-station Field Day operation.
> There is sufficient pickup of one transmitter's energy on the antenna
> being used by a receiver on another band.
> For that reason, my club has banned the use of multiband antennas for
> Field Day operation.
>
> For a single station Field Day operation, the multiband antennas are great.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 10/10/2019 5:32 PM, David Lee / Seatools wrote:
> > On Thu, Oct 10, 2019 at 2:06 PM Fred Jensen  wrote:
> >
> >> Yes, however ... a center-fed dipole long enough to be moderately close
> >> to a half-wave at 40 will develop a serious case of acute lobe-itis when
> >> operated at higher frequencies, squirting your RF in a variety of
> >> directions, many of which may not be productive for your intended
> >> objective.  Try, as many have over the years, to design the "magic
> >> antenna" that is very small, provides a 1:1 match on all bands, easily
> >> installed, and exhibits good gain, your effort will inevitably fail.  As
> >> JC Maxwell is reported to have said, "Physics is physics, the rules are
> >> unbreakable."  A log-periodic will give very modest gain over an octave
> >> or more, however LP's hardly fall into the Field Antenna class. [:-)
> >>
> >> 73,
> >> Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW
> >> Sparks NV DM09dn
> >> Washoe County
> >>
> >> On 10/10/2019 1:24 PM, Al Lorona wrote:
> >>> My experience with single vertical or sloping wires is exactly the same
> >> as AB7E's. I have, over almost twice as many Field Days as Dave, come
> to a
> >> similar conclusion, with the slight difference being my preference for
> an
> >> "all-band dipole" fed with balanced line. This obviates the balun and
> >> reduces feedline loss to negligible, so obviously I am maximizing
> >> efficiency at the expense of any other possible advantage. (I can
> usually
> >> hear much better than I can be heard... so thus far this has been a
> valid
> >> decision.)
> >>>
> >>> To sum up what I and what I think Dave are saying, you can't beat a
> >> horizontal, center-fed wire up as high as you can get it. Its
> simplicity,
> >> the flexibility it gives you to QSY (with a good tuner), and its high
> >> efficiency are almost unbeatable.
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[Elecraft] San Francisco Chronicle: PG&E issues unprecedented power shut-off watch for much of Northern California

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Probably of interest ...

https://www.sfchronicle.com/california-wildfires/article/PG-E-issues-unprecedented-power-shutoff-watch-for-14498454.php
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 sidetone booster

[Ken G Kopp]

Hi Mike!

You've unknowingly re-invented the somewhat famous SKYTEC CW-1
speaker, made in Ukiah, CA a number of years ago.  It uses a sliding
tube to establish resonance.

 FWIW, I have a couple of them.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP

On Wed, Oct 2, 2019 at 12:19 PM Mike Maloney  wrote:

> Getting a nice boost from the stock speaker (MON level 2) at my preferred
> pitch of 500Hz.   Booster is a 12-3/4 inch piece of 1-1/4" PVC tube
> (1-5/8"OD) with one end cut at 30 deg. Placed approx. 1/8 inch from the
> speaker holes gives the best gain.   Tube would be slightlyshorter for
> higher pitch tone.  Easy to find the peak by swinging the pitch tone.   A
> slider sleeveon the end allows adjusting to desired pitch.   For CW ops it
> is really nice having the additionalaudio boost at your preferred pitch.
> I pass this on FYI to those who may like to try it themselves.
> 73,
> Mike AC5P
>
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Re: [Elecraft] A First Class Company

[Ken G Kopp]

Amen !!

73 - K0PP

On Mon, Sep 30, 2019, 19:45 Paul Van Dyke  wrote:

> Gentleman,
>  I suspect that both Wayne and Eric and the rest are aware of your
> comments. Tieing up the reflector beating a dead horse to dust will do us
> no good.
>
> On Mon, Sep 30, 2019, 9:33 PM Clay Autery  wrote:
>
> > THAT is the real deal, Ronnie!
> >
> > __
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> > (318) 518-1389
> >
> > On 30-Sep-19 14:19, Ronnie Hull wrote:
> > > People just don’t want or like changes
> > >
> > > Ronnie W5SUM
> > >
> > > Sent from my iPhone
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[Elecraft] RF chokes ...

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My 80M CF Zepp has a feedline with a 2.5 mH RF choke from each side to the
station ground via a 2" wide flashing copper strap.

Never a problem with precipitation build up.

FWIW

73

Ken Kopp - K0PP
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[Elecraft] Rhombic antenna "gain"

[Ken G Kopp]

Rhombic antennas derive their well-known gain by "throwing away" some of
the design's gain.  Ditto for the infamous "inverted vee". Use is made of
the lobes from the four wires while disregarding others.

73 !

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[Elecraft] G5RV info

[Ken G Kopp]

All ...

It might be enlightening to Google the G5RV antenna...

The design by Lou Varney, G5RV first appeared in the RSGB Bulletin
and was designed as a 20M -->ONLY<-- antenna, with a specific combination
of open wire and coax lengths.  (I have a copy of the original article.)

As I often say … There's nothing new in antennas since the '30's ... only
the names, usually for "marketing" reasons.  Even the common "J-pole" is a
"Zep", only (usually) mounted vertically.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP
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Re: [Elecraft] Cammo KX2? (Was: Copy cat - no way)

[Ken G Kopp]

As "fallout" from Rose's case and cover efforts we find that cammo fabric
is copyrighted.  This from her main fabric supplier.  Don't know if this
applies to paint finish or not.

FWIW

73

Ken

On Tue, Sep 3, 2019, 19:27 Wayne Burdick  wrote:

>
> > Mike Morrow  wrote:
> >
> > ... [a] characteristic that is adverse to outdoor operation is its very
> dark color scheme.  That makes it an effective heat sink for solar
> radiation...never a good thing unless operating in polar regions. :-)
> Unfortunately Icom is **not alone** with the gratuitous inclusion of such a
> harmful "feature" in a small radio.
> >
> > Mike / KK5F
>
>
> Mike -- do you think there's a market for a lighter KX2 color scheme?
> Maybe a seafoam camo, or marzipan, or chrome with fractal filigree? I'm
> game. Let's have a vote.
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
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[Elecraft] The ability to send screen shots

[Ken G Kopp]

No thanks ... please.

73

K0PP / N7HKW

-- Forwarded message -
From: Michael Walker 
Date: Tue, Jul 30, 2019, 15:56
Subject: [Elecraft] The ability to send screen shots
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 


Hi All

This message is to the administrators of this reflector.

Might it be possible to have the ability to have small images, such as
screen shots to be able to be passed via the reflector?

They can be an amazing teaching and learning tool to help others see what
is being discussed.

In decades passed, this feature was turned off due to dial up modems and
the images may have been a vehicle for virus payloads.  Of course, dial up
modems are long gone for 99% of the people and a properly patched computer
will not now allow a program to run from an image.

Most, if not all other reflectors allow for this feature to be available.

Many thanks in advance for this consideration.

Mike va3mw
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[Elecraft] Dummy Load recommendation

[Ken G Kopp]

I'll second this recommendation ...

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP

On Mon, Jul 22, 2019, 17:08 Walter Underwood  wrote:

> If you can solder, or would like to learn, I recommend the RFL-100 kit
> from Oak Hills Research. Simple kit, large parts for easy soldering. It
> will support 100 W continuous. I used their BNC/UHF converter so it would
> have a BNC jack. Nice deal for $50.
>
> http://www.ohr.com/rfl100.htm
>
> Here are some photos from my RFL-100 build.
>
> https://observer.wunderwood.org/2016/12/31/building-a-dummy-load/
>
> wunder
> K6WRU
> Walter Underwood
> CM87wj
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>
> > On Jul 22, 2019, at 3:58 PM, hawley, charles j jr 
> wrote:
> >
> > Used Bird Attenuator is a good deal.
> >
> > https://nm3e.com/AttenuatorSampler.htm
> >
> > Then you’ll have a sample to plug into your counter or scope
> >
> > Chuck Jack Hawley
> > KE9UW
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone, cjack
> >
> > On Jul 22, 2019, at 4:59 PM, Art Nienhouse  ka9...@gmail.com>> wrote:
> >
> >
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[Elecraft] OT: Distracted driving

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Well said, Don ...

73

K0PP

On Mon, Jul 1, 2019, 07:21 Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> May I suggest that any Mobile (meaning mounted in a vehicle) transceiver
> NOT have a touchscreen or panadapter.
> It can create additional distracted driver problems, and we have enough
> of that already with automotive touchscreens, navigation systems, and
> the like.
>
> I for one do not operate mobile - my eyes and attention need to be on
> the road and not some device in the vehicle.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 7/1/2019 7:09 AM, Sergey Zimin wrote:
> > I meant the 5-watt version of the k4 with a panadapter in a single
> package
> > the size of which is like kx3...
> >
> >
> > пн, 1 июл. 2019 г., 13:16 Nr4c :
> >
> >> Not mentioned so far.
> >>
> >> BTW: What is a “mobile” version?  They’ve so fa not done this for any
> >> other radio.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >> ...nr4c. bill
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Jul 1, 2019, at 12:30 AM, Sergey Zimin  wrote:
> >>>
> >>> It is interesting to know: will Elecraft issue a mobile version - KX4?
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[Elecraft] All knobs at max ...

[Ken G Kopp]

Such offensive behavior is an age-old ploy to maintain a clear frequency,
especially when the operator's call is hidden by the use of a club / seldom
used call, such as on FD.

I'm -NOT- advocating such offensive behavior ... merely stating the obvious.

73

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[Elecraft] OT: Dayton area

[Ken G Kopp]

The Weather Channel spending lots of time on the Dayton area today.

73

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[Elecraft] Where it's made

[Ken G Kopp]

For a number of reasons it should be self-evident that where an item is
made is of the utmost importance.

73

K0PP

On Tue, May 21, 2019, 12:17 Hank  wrote:

>
> We should all care.  That should be an important consideration for anyone
> living in this country considering the amount of jobs that have been sent
> overseas.
>
> I applaud a company that makes any part of their product in this country.
> It sounds trite, but the job you save may be your own.
>
>
> - Original Message -
> From: W2xj (w...@w2xj.net)
> Date: 05/21/19 12:25
> To: Dick (silve...@charter.net)
> Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K4
>
> I really don’t care where it is made.
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> > On May 21, 2019, at 9:40 AM, Dick  wrote:
> >
> >
> > And after reading all the comments on “why buy a K4, or even Elecraft
> when I have Icoms et al, etc.” . Well I haven’t heard anyone say “MADE IN
> AMERICA”.  And as previously stated so well, add boards anytime to  update
> or add desired features without having to pay for another “box” to house
> all the interiors. Of course this is in MHO.
> >
> > 73, Dick, W1REJ
> >
> >
> > Sent from Mail for Windows 10
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[Elecraft] KE7X

[Ken G Kopp]

Fred and I shared my station for some years, operating in a number of CW
contests.  The last I knew Elecraft has one or more photos of him on their
website while operating from here.

73!

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Re: [Elecraft] K4 capabilities

[Ken G Kopp]

Well put, Steve

73!

K0PP

On Fri, May 17, 2019 at 1:24 PM Steve Lawrence via Elecraft <
elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:

> A reduction of the seemingly endless speculative postings might be had if
> the posters first just reviewed the tabs on the K4 pre-order page:
>
> https://elecraft.com/pages/k4-pre-order <
> https://elecraft.com/pages/k4-pre-order>
>
> Pre-Order - Intro - Overview - Models - Specs - FAQ
>
> They are very informative.
>
> Steve WB6RSE
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4?

[Ken G Kopp]

What a gullible bunch …

K0PP

On Thu, May 16, 2019 at 12:34 PM Grant Youngman 
wrote:

> And pre-order quit working ..
>
> Looks like someone let the cat out of the bag a bit too soon ..
>
> Grant NQ5T
> K3 #2091 KX3 #8342
>
> > On May 16, 2019, at 2:31 PM, Peter Pauly  wrote:
> >
> > They just took the web page down.
> >
> > On Thu, May 16, 2019 at 6:16 PM Richard Thorne 
> wrote:
> >
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[Elecraft] Just like -but- ....

[Ken G Kopp]

If brand XXX is your desire, why not simply buy brand X?

Seems to me like the intent is to make brand Y into brand X.

Simply a case of blondes, brunets and redheads … or Chevy,
Ford and Plymouth ...

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 and WIN10

[Ken G Kopp]

Whew!

Good news!

As I set here waiting for a computer tech to arrive and fix my Windows 10
shack computer

73

K0PP

On Tue, Apr 16, 2019, 13:28 Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> We will never, ever put any incarnation of Windows in a radio.
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
> 
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> > On Apr 16, 2019, at 10:15 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX 
> wrote:
> >
> > PLEASE!  No operating system embedded in the radio.  Almost like ice
> cream, there is more than one flavor.
> >
> > As to Windows 10 updates, configure for automatic, let it do its thing,
> and don't mess with the parameters.  It is so easy and reliable.  Don't
> make it complicated by trying to run it yourself.
> >
> > You also need to maintain a "clean" computer with regular Cache and
> Registry cleaning.  Leftover and fragments may over ride new updates.  Also
> Virus and Malware issues may interfere with correct operation.
> >
> > Bob, K4TAX
> >
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Apr 16, 2019, at 11:26 AM, Robert Rennard via Elecraft <
> elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> >>
> >> I believe that putting WIN10 hardware in the radio will be a benefit to
> the OEM.  It will make the radio become obsolete faster and allow more
> sales for upgrades.
> >>
> >> Maestro, SunSDR, and Anan MK II radios all have Win10 PCs embedded.
> Those radios’ embedded PCs are all obsolete already.
> >> Consider how much pain it is to deal with Windows 10 updates.  I am
> sure the radio OEMs are paranoid, or at least I would be were I one of
> them.  When you have a widely deployed product that suddenly stops working
> because of an update, the pain is intense and expensive to cure.
> >>
> >> How about an Intel NUC instead of a PC ?   They were used on Heard and
> Ducie rather than using laptops.   Even NUCs do not support IPA 4K
> monitors, yet.
> >>
> >> Bob R
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[Elecraft] OT: An "education" for me ...

[Ken G Kopp]

Until this MFJ flap arose, I took the Mighty Fine Junk name as a form of
humor.  I did -not- even remotely realize that this is the owner's
initials.  Duhh!

FWIW

73 !

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[Elecraft] My "MFJ Posting"

[Ken G Kopp]

I am dismayed at the view some took of my posting.  I intended absolutely
no racial or eletist content ... in any way ... and apologize to anyone who
read it that way.

73 !

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[Elecraft] OT: BIZARRE OFFERING FROM MFJ

[Ken G Kopp]

Perhaps the matter stems from the nationality of MFJ's owner and a
different set of values.

K0PP

On Sun, Apr 7, 2019, 10:28 Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> I've used many MFJ products and in have had very little trouble with any
> of them. For example, I make frequent use an MFJ-223 hand-held VNA -- it's
> versatile and does the job. I've also used their manual tuners, antenna
> switches, and portable/mobile whips. They have a very comprehensive product
> line that's really unique in the industry.
>
> That said, I do have some suggestions for MFJ's engineering team on how
> they might improve their ATU.
>
> Looking at the photo, I see that they used much smaller toroidal cores for
> 5 of the 8 inductors in the L network. This could result in excessive
> heating, especially on the higher bands, at full power into a worst-case
> match. We specified T68 sized cores to remain conservative based on
> extensive testing. Also, if you click on the photo to see the details,
> you'll see what appears to be very inconsistent hand soldering of the SMD
> components. While this doesn't necessarily worsen performance or
> reliability, it should be done in a way that inspires confidence in the
> buyer. (Easy for me to say, of course. We have the luxury of mass-producing
> these assemblies using automated pick-and-place equipment at our fabricator
> in Monterey.)
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
>
> > On Apr 7, 2019, at 9:00 AM, Doug Person  wrote:
> >
> > MFJ has been a leader in automatic tuner technology for years. It was
> probably a very simple engineering process for them to use what they have
> to create a K3 tuner. You may have a dislike of MFJ products. But, that
> doesn't preclude the fact that their tuners work very well. They have been
> selling the K3 tuner for years. It doesn't seem the least bit surprising
> given the modular nature of the K3 and the long history MFJ has with
> automatic tuner technology. Maybe it's actually a complement to Elecraft
> that MFJ takes the K3 so seriously.
> >
> > Doug --KJØF
> >
> > On 4/7/2019 10:26 AM, KENT TRIMBLE wrote:
> >> Ozarkcon yesterday. Break-time.  Pile of MFJ catalogs on a table.  Took
> one back to my seat to kill time.  Opened it up to the second page and in
> the lower left corner is a box-ad with the following:
> >>
> >>
> >> "MFJ ATU PC Board for Elecraft K-3 Rig.  MFJ-950K3 is a super clone of
> the KAT3 optional tuning board for the superb Elecraft K3 transceiver.
> MFJ-950K3 is a direct plug-in PC board for the Elecraft K3 10 Watt or 100
> Watt model. Covers 1.8 to 54 MHz.  This automatic antenna tuner PC board
> features an L-Match design and can match SWR up to 10:1. It handles 100
> Watts.  The ATU PC board has a second antenna port, and a sub-rx SMA port.
> All antenna ports are protected with gas discharge tubes.  Super sensitive
> relay allows excellent low current drain.  MFJ-950K3 is 4W x 3 1/2H x 1
> 1/4D inches and easily slides right into the K3’s tuning board slot. Weighs
> less than 1/2 pound.  Pick up this great accessory for your K3 today and
> save $$$!"
> >>
> >>
> >> What in the world is that all about?  What possible market are they
> shooting at?  Who would put anything "MFJ" in anything Elecraft?
> >>
> >> Someone enlighten me!  Did I sleep through April 1st?
> >>
> >> https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-950K3
> >>
> >> 73,
> >>
> >> Kent  K9ZTV
>
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Re: [Elecraft] BIZARRE OFFERING FROM MFJ

[Ken G Kopp]

Wonder if it's held in the K3 with hot glue like they use to hold the panel
meters in their antenna tuners  have seen this in a tuner purchased by
a friend.

73 !

K0PP

On Sun, Apr 7, 2019, 10:01 Doug Person  wrote:

> MFJ has been a leader in automatic tuner technology for years. It was
> probably a very simple engineering process for them to use what they
> have to create a K3 tuner. You may have a dislike of MFJ products. But,
> that doesn't preclude the fact that their tuners work very well. They
> have been selling the K3 tuner for years. It doesn't seem the least bit
> surprising given the modular nature of the K3 and the long history MFJ
> has with automatic tuner technology. Maybe it's actually a complement to
> Elecraft that MFJ takes the K3 so seriously.
>
> Doug --KJØF
>
> On 4/7/2019 10:26 AM, KENT TRIMBLE wrote:
> > Ozarkcon yesterday. Break-time.  Pile of MFJ catalogs on a table.
> > Took one back to my seat to kill time.  Opened it up to the second
> > page and in the lower left corner is a box-ad with the following:
> >
> >
> > "MFJ ATU PC Board for Elecraft K-3 Rig.  MFJ-950K3 is a super clone of
> > the KAT3 optional tuning board for the superb Elecraft K3
> > transceiver.  MFJ-950K3 is a direct plug-in PC board for the Elecraft
> > K3 10 Watt or 100 Watt model. Covers 1.8 to 54 MHz.  This automatic
> > antenna tuner PC board features an L-Match design and can match SWR up
> > to 10:1. It handles 100 Watts.  The ATU PC board has a second antenna
> > port, and a sub-rx SMA port.  All antenna ports are protected with gas
> > discharge tubes.  Super sensitive relay allows excellent low current
> > drain.  MFJ-950K3 is 4W x 3 1/2H x 1 1/4D inches and easily slides
> > right into the K3’s tuning board slot. Weighs less than 1/2 pound.
> > Pick up this great accessory for your K3 today and save $$$!"
> >
> >
> > What in the world is that all about?  What possible market are they
> > shooting at?  Who would put anything "MFJ" in anything Elecraft?
> >
> > Someone enlighten me!  Did I sleep through April 1st?
> >
> > https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-950K3
> >
> > 73,
> >
> > Kent  K9ZTV
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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[Elecraft] OT: Remote antenna tuner

[Ken G Kopp]

If an antenna is showing a VSVR of 3:1, something about the situation
is wrong, and most likely it's -not- the antenna.  Fix the problem … feed
the antenna power where it's resonant, assuming the antenna is actually
resonant on the amateur band of interest.  Expecting a tuner to compensate
for a problem external to an antenna is unreasonable, IMO

73!

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Re: [Elecraft] Question

[Ken G Kopp]

No interest from me, but thanks for asking.

73

Ken - K0PP

On Thu, Mar 28, 2019, 18:35 Eric Lanzl  wrote:

> Hello members of the Elecraft forum.
> I was wondering if there might be an interest in requesting a DMR (digital
> mobile radio) talk group for Elecraft users. It might be nice to have a
> place to mee in a digital room. One can request a tg on the relatively new
> TGIF system. Anyway let me know what people think? If there is interest I
> will make a request for the tg.Maybe comments can be made here on the forum
> about the talk group. .
>
> Thanks,
> Eric WB(JNZ (also net control for the Elecraft sideband net)
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[Elecraft] OT: RTTY Nostalgia + Trivia

[Ken G Kopp]

The cat slept atop the '610.  Not the Model 26.  (;-)

There was a 5 KW PA made in an almost identical cabinet.

Sold my '610 to an off-shore navigation company in Louisiana for $300.
They sent a man in a PU to Oklahoma to get it.
Last heard it was operating 24/7 in the 2 mHz just above 160M.

Still have a set of PA coils in attic.

73!

K0PP





On Fri, Mar 22, 2019, 10:26 AM Ken G Kopp  wrote:

> I had a Teletype Model 26 attached to a BC-610E.  Cat slept on top for
> warmth.
>
> 73 !
>
> K0PP
>
> On Fri, Mar 22, 2019, 10:15 AM Wayne Burdick  wrote:
>
>> If you're a new owner of a K3, K3S, KX3 or KX2 -- or if, like most of us,
>> you never quite made it all the way through the owner's manual -- you might
>> not have tried our FSK-D mode. This is one of our favorite features. It
>> gives you an amazingly simple way to dabble in amateur radio's original yet
>> still actively used data mode: RTTY. As embodied in our FSK-D mode, RTTY
>> has two major advantages over FT8, JT9, and similar computer-mediated
>> modes...but first some background.
>>
>> * * *
>>
>> RTTY (radio teletype) has a long, colorful history. The basic encoding
>> and transmission methods were invented in the 1800s, and were later used by
>> wireline news services as well as for wartime comms. It has been in use by
>> hams since around the end of WWII, who took advantage of surplus military
>> teleprinters. For more on this, see:
>>
>>
>> en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radioteletype#Early_amateur_radioteletype_history
>>
>> As a teenager in the 1970s I had a Teletype Corp Model 15. This page
>> shows some examples of what this beast looked like:
>>
>>http://www.baudot.net/teletype/M15.htm
>>
>> In my shack, the Model 15 and all of its associated paraphernalia took up
>> most of a workbench. It made a huge racket and consumed reams of paper, not
>> to mention oil. Sadly, I never did get everything working properly and
>> never made an QSO with it. Yet my fascination with RTTY continued.
>>
>> When we designed the K3, my interest was rekindled, and we endowed it
>> with the ability to decode and encode 45-baud RTTY signals. The DSP handled
>> demodulation, while the MCU assembled character bit streams. (We later
>> added 75-baud RTTY as well as PSK31 and PSK63 modes.)
>>
>> Lyle Johnson (KK7P) and I had quite a bit of fun when we first got decode
>> working. Speaking strictly for both of us, tuning around between 14.080 and
>> 14.100 during an RTTY contest was like being a teenager all over again. We
>> quickly added the ability to transmit in this mode using the CW keyer
>> paddle and message memories. The upshot is that I finally had my first RTTY
>> QSO, doing it the hard way -- writing a good chunk of the firmware that
>> made it possible.
>>
>> Here's the importing thing: our K-Line/KX-Line implementation of RTTY
>> makes it incredibly simple to use. It's nearly foolproof. The setup details
>> vary a bit among the rigs, but basically you select DATA mode, then FSK-D
>> sub-mode, and turn text decode on. Then just tune around in the RTTY band
>> segments until you see signals start to decode.
>>
>> If you're a CW op, you can immediately transmit in RTTY mode by simply
>> sending CW. If not, you can connect a netbook or laptop to your rig (via a
>> USB port), then use the Terminal window in K3/KX3/KX2 Utility along with
>> the keyboard. The Utility for each rig includes instructions for using the
>> Terminal window.
>>
>> * * *
>>
>> Earlier I claimed that RTTY operation using our FSK-D mode has some
>> advantages over FT8, etc. Here they are:
>>
>> 1. You don't necessarily need a computer. Decoded and encoded text
>> scrolls across the radio's display. At your home station, this is great for
>> simply tuning around casually; no need to turn on the computer or set up
>> software applications. It's an even bigger advantage for field operation.
>> With the KX3 or KX2, you can use RTTY (or PSK31/63) from essentially
>> anywhere, even operating hand-held. During Field Day and RTTY contests, I
>> make a point of taking a hike and making a few RTTY Q's pedestrian mobile
>> (/PM). When a band is open, you can work the world in these modes. (For
>> some of us, it doesn't get much better than this :)
>>
>> 2. Our FSK-D and PSK-D modes are *conversational*, with no restrictions
>> on what you can send, no software delays or time synchronization, no
>> predetermined frequencies, and a natural style of interaction as with CW or
>> S

[Elecraft] OT: RTTY Nostalgia

[Ken G Kopp]

I had a Teletype Model 26 attached to a BC-610E.  Cat slept on top for
warmth.

73 !

K0PP

On Fri, Mar 22, 2019, 10:15 AM Wayne Burdick  wrote:

> If you're a new owner of a K3, K3S, KX3 or KX2 -- or if, like most of us,
> you never quite made it all the way through the owner's manual -- you might
> not have tried our FSK-D mode. This is one of our favorite features. It
> gives you an amazingly simple way to dabble in amateur radio's original yet
> still actively used data mode: RTTY. As embodied in our FSK-D mode, RTTY
> has two major advantages over FT8, JT9, and similar computer-mediated
> modes...but first some background.
>
> * * *
>
> RTTY (radio teletype) has a long, colorful history. The basic encoding and
> transmission methods were invented in the 1800s, and were later used by
> wireline news services as well as for wartime comms. It has been in use by
> hams since around the end of WWII, who took advantage of surplus military
> teleprinters. For more on this, see:
>
>en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radioteletype#Early_amateur_radioteletype_history
>
> As a teenager in the 1970s I had a Teletype Corp Model 15. This page shows
> some examples of what this beast looked like:
>
>http://www.baudot.net/teletype/M15.htm
>
> In my shack, the Model 15 and all of its associated paraphernalia took up
> most of a workbench. It made a huge racket and consumed reams of paper, not
> to mention oil. Sadly, I never did get everything working properly and
> never made an QSO with it. Yet my fascination with RTTY continued.
>
> When we designed the K3, my interest was rekindled, and we endowed it with
> the ability to decode and encode 45-baud RTTY signals. The DSP handled
> demodulation, while the MCU assembled character bit streams. (We later
> added 75-baud RTTY as well as PSK31 and PSK63 modes.)
>
> Lyle Johnson (KK7P) and I had quite a bit of fun when we first got decode
> working. Speaking strictly for both of us, tuning around between 14.080 and
> 14.100 during an RTTY contest was like being a teenager all over again. We
> quickly added the ability to transmit in this mode using the CW keyer
> paddle and message memories. The upshot is that I finally had my first RTTY
> QSO, doing it the hard way -- writing a good chunk of the firmware that
> made it possible.
>
> Here's the importing thing: our K-Line/KX-Line implementation of RTTY
> makes it incredibly simple to use. It's nearly foolproof. The setup details
> vary a bit among the rigs, but basically you select DATA mode, then FSK-D
> sub-mode, and turn text decode on. Then just tune around in the RTTY band
> segments until you see signals start to decode.
>
> If you're a CW op, you can immediately transmit in RTTY mode by simply
> sending CW. If not, you can connect a netbook or laptop to your rig (via a
> USB port), then use the Terminal window in K3/KX3/KX2 Utility along with
> the keyboard. The Utility for each rig includes instructions for using the
> Terminal window.
>
> * * *
>
> Earlier I claimed that RTTY operation using our FSK-D mode has some
> advantages over FT8, etc. Here they are:
>
> 1. You don't necessarily need a computer. Decoded and encoded text scrolls
> across the radio's display. At your home station, this is great for simply
> tuning around casually; no need to turn on the computer or set up software
> applications. It's an even bigger advantage for field operation. With the
> KX3 or KX2, you can use RTTY (or PSK31/63) from essentially anywhere, even
> operating hand-held. During Field Day and RTTY contests, I make a point of
> taking a hike and making a few RTTY Q's pedestrian mobile (/PM). When a
> band is open, you can work the world in these modes. (For some of us, it
> doesn't get much better than this :)
>
> 2. Our FSK-D and PSK-D modes are *conversational*, with no restrictions on
> what you can send, no software delays or time synchronization, no
> predetermined frequencies, and a natural style of interaction as with CW or
> SSB. The receiver is automatically configured for a narrow passband, so you
> simply tune in a signal until you start seeing decoded text -- often a CQ
> -- then respond with the keyer paddle, or with the keyboard on your
> netbook/laptop, if applicable.
>
> As you can see, we've come a long way from the Model 15, paper, oil,
> noise, and complex terminal hardware. In addition to using the display on
> the rig itself, our panadapters can be used. Text can be displayed on our
> P3-SVGA display, as well as on the PX3. A keyboard can be connected to
> either the P3 or PX3.
>
> Next time you're listening on 20 meters, the most popular band for RTTY,
> take a quick spin above 14.080. If you hear some of those magical tones,
> turn on FSK-D mode and give this mode a try.
>
> Many DXpeditions have an RTTY station operating during some periods, so
> you'll often hear RTTY ops making DX contacts. In general, RTTY DX stations
> are quickly "spotted" when they pop up, so mini-pileups can form at any
> time.
>
> Ther

[Elecraft] OT: Metric system

[Ken G Kopp]

Sadly, only -three- nations remain non-metric.  The U.S. and two African
countries.  Shameful!

73 !

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Re: [Elecraft] low pass filters

[Ken G Kopp]

OT:  A caution related to external low-pass filters …

Many were made with cutoff frequencies -below- 6M and these
exhibited high reflected power above 10M.

Trivia, FWIW

73!

Ken - K0PP

On Sun, Feb 17, 2019 at 4:26 PM Don Wilhelm  wrote:

> A low-pass filter will not change RFI either coming into the shack or
> going out.  There are low-pass filters in all transceivers produced by
> Elecraft (and most other manufacturers), and they are in both the
> transmit and receive path.
> The current FCC requirement is for the 2nd harmonic be suppressed by 43
> dB over the fundamental.
> Low pass filters come from a past era when the FCC requirements were not
> as stringent and TVs responded to those higher order harmonics from
> amateur transmitters.  That is no longer the case.
>
> Considering receive, we do have many sources of unintentional radiation
> which is present in the HF spectrum, and other than locating and having
> the offending device turned off, there is not much we can do about it.
> Although if it is interfering with licensed operation, there is recourse
> by cooperation with the FCC.  The products giving problems range from
> inexpensive switching power sources (read wall-warts) to control
> circuits in many household appliances and other consumer devices, and
> even some lighting products.
>
> If you are operating in an environment like Field Day where there are
> multiple transmitters operating in close proximity, bandpass filters and
> single band antennas are the normal "cure" as well as physical
> separation of the antennas.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
>
>
> On 2/17/2019 5:59 PM, Richards wrote:
> > Good day -   What is the consensus concerning low-pass filters to
> > minimize RFI both coming in and going out  of the shack?   Is there a
> > type or size, brand or model that comes highly recommended?  Is it
> > prudent to employ one, regardless of whether or not there is a known,
> > identified problem , i.e., just in case?  Does it assist reception as
> > well as transmission?
> >
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[Elecraft] OT: Ref changing connectors

[Ken G Kopp]

I'm fond of BNC connectors for a number of reasons …

I suggest having a look at the Morse Express website.
You'll find -lots- of interesting stuff.  I have bought a
number of their SO-239 -> BNC conversion kits, stock
#OP-SB 1 or OP-SB 2 and use them on many items.
Examples are the Elecraft directional couplers and
my K3s.

Have a look …

73!

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[Elecraft] My recent OT :For sale" posting

[Ken G Kopp]

I shouldn't have made the "OT For Sale" posting on the reflector, and
I apologize.

It's now on E-Bay, where it should be.  Search for "Elecraft AF1".

73!

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[Elecraft] OT: Elecraft AF1 for sale

[Ken G Kopp]

Hello all,

At 81+ years old, it's time to start disposing of "stuff".  Here's
the first listing:

An Elecraft AF1 audio filter (factory assembled) nicely packaged in
an after-market "smoke" housing.  Comes with all  paperwork, including
bill-of-sale dated 12/2011 showing $67.87.  (It's now priced at $79.85.)

Shipped (US Only) PPD via Priority Mail:  $60.00.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP
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[Elecraft] OT: S-38 / SR-75 trivia

[Ken G Kopp]

In my Novice days many years ago I owned an SR-75.  It
was indeed an S-38 that used the audio output tube (35L6
or 50L6 (?) as a TX oscillator with a plug-in coil that was
reached through an opening in the back cover.  Had no way
to measure the output power, but it wasn't much.

The original S-38 (only) has three slide switches in the
lower left corner of the front panel.  The third switch is for
a diode noise blanker, and only appears on original S-38's.

FWIW …

73!

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Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 and open wire

[Ken G Kopp]

Yes Viggo I use an open wire CF Zepp via a 4:1 balun with my KAT500.  It
works great. (:-))

73

K0PP

On Sun, Jan 6, 2019, 10:01 Viggo Magnus Nilsen Nilsen  Hello Elecrafters,
>
> Do some of you using KAT500 with open wire,ladder line feed to ur wire
> antennas with balun  (outside the tuner) ? working ok ?
>
> 73' LA9NEA  Viggo M.
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[Elecraft] Fwd: OT: Need Recommendations for Powered Speaker for KX3 (WU6R)

[Ken G Kopp]

I can't speak more highly about my two pairs of West Mountain speakers.

73 !

Ken G Kopp

-- Forwarded message -
From: Don Wilhelm 
Date: Sat, Dec 22, 2018, 16:15
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: Need Recommendations for Powered Speaker for
KX3 (WU6R)
To: Mark Wheeler , 


Mark,

Many computer speakers are quite sensitive to RF and cause that problem.
At my 100 watt power level, I have found the West Mountain Radio
COMspkrs are immune to that problem (they are shielded).  I don't know
what might happen at power levels above 100 watts.

The only thing I don't like about them is the bright blue LED.  I have
mine covered with tape.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 12/22/2018 4:59 PM, Mark Wheeler via Elecraft wrote:
> While the K3S is in the shop, I setup the KX3 as my temporary base
station, but the internal speaker leaves a lot to be desired at higher
volume. I connected a cheap set of powered pc speakers to the KX3 but I
hear distortion through the powered speakers when transmitting with the KX3
and KPA-100 connected to a KPA-500. Has anyone found a high quality powered
speaker to connect to the KX3 that doesn’t distort when transmitting?
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[Elecraft] OT: G5RV antenna

[Ken G Kopp]

As I've already stated … I have a copy of the original Varney
RSGB article that describes the G5RV and plainly states that
it's a 20M only antenna.

Remember, it requires an antenna tuner …

Start with a dipole …

Keep the "magic" 32' length of 300 ohm feedline.

Delete the 68' of coax.

What's left?  A "normal" open wire fed dipole, better
known as a Zepp.

73!

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[Elecraft] OT: HF discone

[Ken G Kopp]

There is/was an HF discone at a missle silo in Southern AZ that has/had a
coax cable available for public use.  Just drive up and connect your mobile
rig.  (:-))

There's another for HF use at the FAA aircraft control center in SLC.

73 !


On Fri, Dec 7, 2018, 15:30 Charlie T  I wonder if anyone has ever tried, for want of a better name, a "Skeleton
> Cone" which consists of a single horizontal wire connected to the coax
> center conductor and two sloping wires at 45 degrees, in the same plane
> connected to the coax shield.  A true Discone antenna would have many
> (typically eight each) horizontal and sloping elements. I'm guessing many
> of us have used the VHF/UHF version for very wide band coverage, for
> example 144, 220, 432 MHz and even higher.  I know I have one up and it
> performs as well as a regular single band  ¼λ ground plane (unity gain)
> on all three bands with low SWR.  The ICOM version as well as a few others,
> also have a loaded whip for 52 MHz mounted on the bushing that the
> horizontal elements are screwed into.
>
> I'm also guessing the formulas for a true Discone would work for a
> "skeleton" style as well.  I Since it is inherently a wide band design, the
> actual lengths are probably not too critical.  I've heard this type antenna
> described, but I don't remember where or how well it supposedly worked.  It
> obviously requires two supports, high enough that the sloping wires ends
> are off the ground by a bit.
>
> 73, Charlie k3ICH
>
>
>
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[Elecraft] More OT: Origin of the quad antenna Thanks Dave!

[Ken G Kopp]

In Bill Orr's book, there is a particularly vivid description of the
corona. The part of the description that I particularly enjoyed was this,

"...the elements of the doomed beam glowed with the heat of the arc and
turned incandescent at the tips. Large molten chunks of aluminum dropped to
the ground as the inexorable fire slowly consumed the antenna."

It would have less of a problem, had the antenna been at sea level.

There's a freely viewable copy at All About Cubical Quad Antennas : William
I. Orr : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
<https://archive.org/details/AllAboutCubicalQuadAntennas/page/n7>

All About Cubical Quad Antennas : William I. Orr : Free Download, Borrow...

All About Cubical Quad AntennasThe Famous Handbook on Quad Theory, Design,
Construction and Operation
<https://archive.org/details/AllAboutCubicalQuadAntennas/page/n7>

On Thursday, December 6, 2018, 1:00:41 PM EST, Ken G Kopp <
kengk...@gmail.com> wrote:


> The quad came about at SWBC station HCJB in Quito.  Due to the high
> elevation their antenna was plagued with corona on the ends.  The solution
> was to join these ends together, forming the square (4-sided) antenna we
> now know as the "quad".
>

73 !

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[Elecraft] OT: Origin of the quad antenna

[Ken G Kopp]

> The quad came about at SWBC station HCJB in Quito.  Due to the high
> elevation their antenna was plagued with corona on the ends.  The solution
> was to join these ends together, forming the square (4-sided) antenna we
> now know as the "quad".
>

73 !

 K0PP

>
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[Elecraft] OT: T2FD

[Ken G Kopp]

It's my premise that there's nothing actually new in the
antenna world since the '30s … except the names.

73!

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[Elecraft] OT: Re: FS: KPA500/KAT500 Combo

[Ken G Kopp]

I honestly forgot ... I also have Norton 360 that's updated daily.  It's
likely that much of my lack of SPAM should be credited there.

73 !

K0PP

On Fri, Nov 9, 2018, 18:40 W0FK  “Deal killer.
> Ken ke4rg“
>
> Interesting reaction to having a “grant permission” spam filter. It takes
> just a minute or less to verify the email  you’re sending from isn’t junk.
> I
> don’t see how a small inconvenience could be a deal breaker. But to each
> his/her own.
>
> My isp screens out most spam, but I had to go to a more robust spam filter
> after I got on some spammer list that used emails that defeated typical
> spam
> screens. I was getting over 300 spam emails a day. I’ve reduced that
> substantially but still see them flow through on occasion.
>
>
>
> -
> St. Louis, MO
>
> "The difference between stupidity and genius is that
> genius has its limits." Albert Einstein
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[Elecraft] OT: SPAM filtering ...

[Ken G Kopp]

Between Rose and me we have four email addresses, yet SPAM is rare.  Can't
help but credit our provider, CenturyLink.

73 !

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Re: [Elecraft] FS: KPA500/KAT500 Combo

[Ken G Kopp]

Hi Mike!

Rose (elecraftcov...@gmail.com) ran into one of these guys ... maybe the
same one ... the sale simply not worth the effort.

73

K0PP

On Fri, Nov 9, 2018, 16:19 Mike - W5JR  Wow, I was interested, but not now that I have to “register” and get
> approval from the poster for him to receive my emails to his advertisement.
>
> Oh, well.
>
> tnx
> Mike / W5JR
> Alpharetta GA
>
>
> > On Nov 9, 2018, at 5:50 PM, W0FK  wrote:
> >
> > Selling a KPA500/KAT500 Combo. With optional KPAK3AUX and cables to
> interface
> > both units to a K3/K3S. Please email me off the list for details.
> >
> > Lou, W0FK
> > lladerman AT earthlink DOT net
> >
> >
> >
> > -
> > St. Louis, MO
> >
> > "The difference between stupidity and genius is that
> > genius has its limits." Albert Einstein
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 out of band TX inhibit

[Ken G Kopp]

Hi Oliver,

Probably the best protection for you is your knowledge of the Part 97 rules
you professed to know to qualify for your license.

73 !

K0PP

On Wed, Nov 7, 2018, 19:06 orbarrett  Hi all,
>
> Several years back there were discussions about how to limit KX3 transmit
> capability to the regional ham bands applicable to a KX3 user.  As a USA
> user, I wanted to revisit this topic to see if my recent firmware (v. 2.76)
> allows enforcement of these limits.  On page 42 of the KX3 manual, there is
> a reference to the BND END message that is supposed to appear if I transmit
> out of the ham band in my radio, however it puts out full power in CW mode
> (using a dummy load) at 2.5 MHz for example with no displayed message.  I
> can use the TX Inhibit control line (via the ACC2 connector) to prevent TX,
> but would also like software enforcement.
>
> Could someone please clarify whether ham band TX enforcement is available
> for my KX3?
> Oliver Barrett KB6BA
>
>
>
>
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[Elecraft] Palm Radio Going out of Business

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http://qrznow.com/palm-radio-going-out-of-business/
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[Elecraft] OT: Additional on antenna charge ...

[Ken G Kopp]

My open wire fed 1/2 wave 80M Zepp has an RF choke from each feeder leg to
the station ground.

Hint: Flashing copper sheared from the long side of a 4 x 8 foot sheet at
your local metal supply in 1 or 2 inch widths is ideal for equipment
grounding.  Use 1/4 - 20 brass hardware with wing-nuts for connecting flat
braid runs to equipment.

73 !

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Re: [Elecraft] Adding mini-banana jack counterpoise point to a KX3?

[Ken G Kopp]

Adding two flat washers under the knurled screw heads would likely help.

73 !

K0PP

On Sat, Oct 27, 2018, 16:17 Ken Ford - W9LSL  wrote:

> One of the things I really like about the KX2 is the hole for a mini-banana
> jack counterpoise connection.  Is there any place that could be added on a
> KX3?  The case thumbscrews get cranky at times.
>
> Ken Ford W9LSL
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Eagles Peaceful Easy Feeling live

[Ken G Kopp]

John, did you intend to send this to the reflector?

73 !

K0PP

On Sun, Sep 30, 2018, 18:53 John Dolan  wrote:

> Notice how Bernie pulls his left shoulder and you can see how the B string
> Bender works.
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byZn1KBzdeI&list=RDR4qHhFuxFpw&index=6
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[Elecraft] OT: Shipping

[Ken G Kopp]

In decades we've -never- had a positive interaction with FedEx ... IMO, an
awful company!

Rose (Elecraft Cases & Covers) ships 10 - 20 orders per month via USPS
Priority Mail, and have never had a single issue.  Never more than 3 days
to anywhere in the US.

73!

K0PP

On Tue, Sep 25, 2018, 13:32 Carl Jón Denbow  wrote:

> Never had a problem like that at UPS, and I’ve shipped many high value
> items with them.  I did have a problem like that, but not as severe, at
> FedEx once. They opened the box because I said the value was about
> $4000.00.  They had to insure the packing was sufficient.  I’ve avoided
> them for high-value items ever since. 73 de Carl
>
> Sent from my iPhone
> ===
> Carl Jón Denbow, N8VZ
> 17 Coventry Lane
> Athens, Ohio 45701-3718
>
> c...@n8vz.com
> www.n8vz.com
> EM89wh
>
> IRLP 4533   Echolink 116070
>
> PSK and JT65 Forever!
> ===
>
> > On Sep 25, 2018, at 3:04 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX 
> wrote:
> >
> > I just took mine to the authorized Fed-X shipping store and let them
> deal with it.  No hassles. Less expensive than UPS and faster service.
> >
> > Bob, K4TAX
> >
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Sep 25, 2018, at 1:36 PM, Grant Youngman 
> wrote:
> >>
> >> The thread started by the gentleman who thought his KX2 might be dead
> and needed to go to Elecraft motivated me to make this comment about
> shipping.
> >>
> >> For several good reasons, I just sent my K3 to Elecraft for service for
> the first time ever.  Insured, double boxed, expensive Uline 3” plank foam
> cushion support for the inner carton, etc.   Because I insured it for a
> high value, I was required by UPS to take the carton to the local UPS
> Customer Service Center, not the UPS store, etc. to obtain a signature.
> Don’t know if I’d scheduled a pickup that it would have been the same fire
> drill, but that wasn’t an option for me because of UPS schedules around
> here.
> >>
> >> Got to the UPS Center at the airport  and was told that I had to UNPACK
> ALL of the cartons so they could see what was inside and determine that it
> wasn’t explosives (apparently there was an incident at FedEx back in
> February).   UPS did a sloppy job of retaping everything.  Nothing worse
> than having to cut open carefully packed and sealed containers to prove
> you’re not just another uni-bomber.  I bit my lips and was (mostly)
> friendly about it.  Worse than TSA … because they don’t have the chemical
> detection wipes and X-ray machines that TSA has.   So it’s a bigger than
> average hassle.
> >>
> >> Word to the wise — leave your  cartons untaped, take your tape gun with
> you, and close/tape the containers yourself.  (Maybe I’m the only person
> that didn’t know this was a current UPS policy?)
> >>
> >> Grant NQ5T
> >> K3 #2091 KX3 #8342
> >>
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[Elecraft] OT: Type N male pin movement

[Ken G Kopp]

UG-1185's have captive center pins to avoid this problem.

Caution: There are two ways the Teflon spacers can be assembled.  The
recessed sides face outward.

73 !

K0PP

On Tue, Sep 18, 2018, 09:30 Dr. William J. Schmidt 
wrote:

>
> [[The next time someone challenges me on why I only use BNC and Type N
> connectors, I’m going to send them this entire discussion.]]
>
> Unfortunately this is not perfect either.  If you use an "N" connector on
> long runs of heliax in a cold climate, you must be aware that the
> coefficients of expansion of the center conductor and the shield can be
> different... and on several occasions, I have seen the center pin pull back
> from the connector (and essentially disconnect) because the center
> conductor contracted more than the shield.  Nb. This does not happen with
> all "N" connectors.  This is less of a problem with BNC connectors because
> the coax used is generally has a somewhat flexible shield.
>
>
>
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[Elecraft] OT: Dummy loads

[Ken G Kopp]

Caution ... Some higher wattage resistors use iron wire windings which are
of course inductive and are unsuitable for RF dummy loads.

73!

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[Elecraft] OT: WWV/WWVH Closure

[Ken G Kopp]

John, you're simply incorrect.  Our house has a number of WWVB synched
clocks, as do many, many thousands of others.

On Mon, Aug 20, 2018, 09:41 John Harper  wrote:

> Yes.
> https://www.qrp-labs.com/clockn.html
>
> https://www.runnersworld.com/gear/a20827055/advanced-gps-watches-for-runners/
>
> and more.
>
> Watches and clocks as "justification" for continued WWV broadcasts is
> laughable.
>
> John AE5X
> https://ae5x.blogspot.com
>
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 10:36 AM Dr. William J. Schmidt <
> b...@wjschmidt.com>
> wrote:
>
> > Well let's start with all of those self-setting watches and wall
> clocks...
> > and then the propagation information that is broadcast.  Does GPS do
> that?
> >
> >
> > Dr. William J. Schmidt - K9HZ J68HZ 8P6HK ZF2HZ PJ4/K9HZ VP5/K9HZ
> PJ2/K9HZ
> >
> > Owner - Operator
> > Big Signal Ranch – K9ZC
> > Staunton, Illinois
> >
> > Owner – Operator
> > Villa Grand Piton – J68HZ
> > Soufriere, St. Lucia W.I.
> > Rent it: www.VillaGrandPiton.com
> > Like us on Facebook!
> >
> > Moderator – North American QRO Group at Groups.IO.
> >
> > email:  b...@wjschmidt.com
> >
> >
> >
> > -Original Message-
> > From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
> > [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Harper
> > Sent: Monday, August 20, 2018 10:33 AM
> > To: Elecraft list 
> > Subject: [Elecraft] WWV/WWVH Closure
> >
> > What is the justification for continued funding of WWV? Hasn't it been
> > obsoleted (if that's a verb) by GPS as far as being a time and freq
> > standard?
> >
> > John AE5X
> > https://ae5x.blogspot.com
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Re: [Elecraft] OT-Junk Mail & Spam Robo Calls

[Ken G Kopp]

Thanks for your patience, Eric.  (:-))

73 all

K0PP

On Tue, Aug 14, 2018, 10:05 Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft <
e...@elecraft.com> wrote:

> We're drifting a little too OT. Let's close this thread in the interest of
> reducing email overload for our readers.
>
> 73,
> Eric
> Moderator etc.
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[Elecraft] OT-Junk Mail

[Ken G Kopp]

Hi Dave, + rest of list

I've not seen your "Elycraft", but we … both ElecraftCovers (Rose, N7HKW)
and me  …  get lots of e-mail
from people wanting to "fix" elecraft.com and bring us more business.  I
expect Elecraft also gets these same
offers.

Both of us, for several reasons, need to maintain an old-fashioned wired
phone line.  We have had the
same number for about fifty years and it's published and used from all over
the world.

Here's what seems to (partially) work for us;  we have an answering machine
in a speaker-phone that's
audible throughout the house. In addition, our satellite TV provider is
connected to the TV set … which is
usually on (;-) … and the TV screen displays caller ID info.  Perhaps ten
percent of the calls are legit.

Both of us have Verizon cell phones and get -many- calls from spoofed
numbers … usually in our 406
area and often using a "local" number.  Rose gets many calls related to her
Elecraft case and cover
business that she -must- answer.  She's had three today … with two being
spoofed.

We both use G-Mail as our e-mail provider and to G-mail's credit, we get
very little SPAM.  We also use
Norton ... wouldn't be without it. Our internet provider (Century Link) is
via cable.

FWIW

73!

K0PP


On Sun, Aug 12, 2018 at 8:33 AM, w7aqk  wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> In this day and age it is almost impossible to keep your lines of
> communication "pure"!  By that, I mean absent of any junk mail, anonymous
> callers, etc.  For eons my mail box has been a repository for all sorts of
> unsolicited junk.  Now my email addresses are being overrun as well, and
> even my phone keeps ringing with calls for all sorts of unwelcome sources.
> It's just about out of control
>
> Well, I couldn't help saying some thing here because now I am getting
> emails from an outfit that identifies itself as "Elycraft"!!!  Fortunately,
> my spam filter seems to catch most of it, and separate it, but some of it
> sneaks directly into my regular mail.  Is anyone else getting some of this
> from that source?
>
> The hardest to ignore are the phone calls.  And, there are a bunch of
> them!!!  They are also getting clever by usurping local numbers and area
> codes to make it look like they are not what they really are--trash
> vendors! Getting rid of them is also impossible.  If you block one, they
> just switch to a different number!!
>
> I think this is a crisis!  Anyone else agree?
>
> Dave W7AQK
>
>
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[Elecraft] Fwd: ATU not working

[Ken G Kopp]

-- Forwarded message -
From: Ken G Kopp 
Date: Sun, Aug 12, 2018, 11:03
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] ATU not working
To: sozi81 


Who are you?

Do you have a call?

K0PP

On Sun, Aug 12, 2018, 09:12 sozi81  wrote:

> Hello everyone.
>
> I have this issue with my trustworthy Elecraft KX3.
> Never had an issue - always well working. Few weeks ago I decided to
> replace
> batteries and after manipulating a little bit with the Elecraft fully open
> (I tighten up some screws of the dissipator)  i closed up the enclosure
> and I transmitteed without any problem.
>
> The day after ATU stopped working
> Please see video hereby attached
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcqDIqC2YnE
>
> Any advice?
>
>
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[Elecraft] OT: Call letter license plate trivia

[Ken G Kopp]

After an early retirement from my job Rose and drove an over-the-road semi
for 5 years and a million miles.

Truck drivers are always getting "flashed" by passing women.  One morning
we we're passed by a woman in a white pants suit with the top open.  Her
license plate said "ProcDoc" ...

Lotsa such "events" ...

73!

On Mon, Jul 16, 2018, 15:37 EricJ  wrote:

> A urologist in my town had "PPMD" on his Porsche about 40 years ago.
> Long ago retired.
>
> Eric KE6US (not vanity)
>
>
> On 7/16/2018 2:28 PM, Rick WA6NHC wrote:
> > My all time favorite is still "4X4X8"
> >
> > It was on a Honda Accord...
> >
> > (the measurements of "a 'cord'" of firewood).
> >
> > In the far distant past, the plate on a Datsun read "Dashes"... CW op
> > obviously
> >
> > Rick nhc
> >
> >
> > On 7/16/2018 12:41 PM, Jeff Stai wrote:
> >> Years ago I was working with a catering dept at a hotel to set up a
> >> conference. I met the new manager named Kate, and it was decided to
> >> continue the meeting over lunch. We walked to where her car was
> >> parked and
> >> I noticed her Ohio license plate: K8WYT. I asked, "Oh, are you an
> >> amateur
> >> radio operator?" She said, "No. That's me. Kate White."
> >>
> >> 73 jeff wk6i
> >>
> >> On Mon, Jul 16, 2018 at 10:41 AM, Jim - N4ST  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Years ago, during the 70's gas rationing in Maryland, I found I
> >>> could get
> >>> gas on either odd or even days with my AA3O license plate.
> >>> 
> >>> 73,
> >>> Jim - N4ST
> >>>
> >>> -Original Message-
> >>> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
> >>> 
> >>> On Behalf Of Rose
> >>> Sent: Monday, July 16, 2018 12:56
> >>> To: Elecraft Reflector 
> >>> Subject: [Elecraft] OT: Call letter license plate trivia
> >>>
> >>> Montana has a $25 vanity plate fee, regardless of what the plate
> >>> "says",
> >>> -but- ham radio plates are exempt.
> >>>
> >>> BUT … I had a very difficult time convincing the local county folks
> >>> that
> >>> my "K0PP" plates were -not- the usual vanity plate they were used to
> >>> issuing.  It took a 200 mile trip to the state motor vehicle office
> >>> with a
> >>> copy of the Callbook and the FCC Part 97 in hand to get the matter
> >>> resolved.
> >>>
> >>> At the time the prison tag shop foreman was a ham.  They had no
> >>> slant zero
> >>> die and he made my first plate by hand with a strip of tape across a
> >>> zero.
> >>> He told me I was the first "zero" plate they had made … the die they
> >>> subsequently purchased cost $97.
> >>>
> >>> Montana renews a plate with an adhesive expiration date sticker and
> >>> does
> >>> not issue a new plate each year.
> >>>
> >>> 73!
> >>>
> >>> Ken Kopp - K0PP
> >>>
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[Elecraft] OT: Vanity call question

[Ken G Kopp]

"N" calls started out as Navy MARS calls -only-.  Mine was N0SJP.

73!

K0PP

On Fri, Jul 13, 2018, 15:46 kevinr  wrote:

> OK then.
>
> I have been curious about the history of the assignment of call signs.
>
> In prior times there were only 9 call 'districts' (for want of the
> correct term).  Then came district Zero.
>
> What I am interested in finding out is the history of W, N, K, and A
> calls.  I am fairly certain A calls are a recent development while K is
> a bit older.  Does anyone know the whens and whys of this history?
>
> Kevin.  KD5ONS
>
> -
>
>
> On 07/13/2018 02:34 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
> > A certain amount amount of uplifting, meta-level, or otherwise
> tangentially related subject matter is tolerated, just to keep everyone on
> their toes.
> >
> > Wayne
> > N6KR
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[Elecraft] OT: Call location

[Ken G Kopp]

Trivia:. Usta be that all "K" calls on the BC band were east of the
Mississippi River.

WFAA and WBAP in Ft Worth share a common studio and transmitter and split
hours of call use.

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[Elecraft] OT: Vanity call question

[Ken G Kopp]

I may have the ultimate example of a "vanity" call ... note my last name
below.

I got it long before the vanity system was initiated by the FCC, but the
reasoning is the same.

Trivia ... there are 50+ "Kopp" hams in the US.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP

On Fri, Jul 13, 2018, 11:28 ANDY DURBIN  wrote:

> "I want to learn about vanity call signs, why would I want one? What do
> they represent?"
>
>
> A vanity call is one that is self selected rather than being the next in
> order assigned by FCC. The main reason for getting one is vanity. Many
> select a vanity call that represents their name or initials. Some because
> the call comes close to spelling a word that has significance for them.
> Some because it represents an area of interest.
>
>
> In my case I was assigned G3WYC by UK GPO back in 1967. I chose the vanity
> call K3WYC when I became licensed in USA.
>
>
> 73,
>
> Andy k3wyc
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[Elecraft] 12v for KAT500, et al.

[Ken G Kopp]

-- Forwarded message -
From: Ken G Kopp 
Date: Wed, Jul 11, 2018, 17:57
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 12v for KAT500, et al.
To: Dennis Haarsager 


Hi Dennis!

I heartily endorse "RigRunner" products.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP

On Wed, Jul 11, 2018, 17:52 Dennis Haarsager  wrote:

> My new KAT500 adds yet another 12v pigtail to many others in my shack.
> Does anyone make a box of some sort to collect and organize all these to a
> 12v supply? Thanks.
>
> Dennis, N7DH/1, MM/N7DH
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[Elecraft] OT? leaving list

[Ken G Kopp]

Perhaps simply reflective of our current society in general ...

73!

K0PP

On Sat, Jul 7, 2018, 11:34 Bob Gibson via Elecraft 
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> I also will be leaving list this is just too much BS and Flames
>
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Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] FT8 Here's My Comparison of FT8 and Regular Modes

[Ken G Kopp]

Well-said Barry.

IMO, it's a stretch to call FT8 legitimate.

But then I'm an old poop ... licensed since 1951 ... and CW all the time.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP

73!

On Wed, Jul 4, 2018, 13:00 Barry  wrote:

> First, I haven't read through this entire thread.
>
> I've been a RTTY guy for a long time and am in the #1 spot on the RTTY DXCC
> Honor Roll.  That said, I don't get FT8 at all.  Turn on your radio and
> computer, come back an hour later and see what you worked - really?
>
> I've been in an antenna limited condo for 9 years now.  I'd rather not get
> on the air than make QSOs (if that's still the correct term) with FT8.
>
> Barry W2UP
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Re: [Elecraft] K-Line Climate Control

[Ken G Kopp]

A strange ... and "nutty"... concept.  More appropriate for April 1st IMO.

K0PP

On Wed, Jul 4, 2018, 10:10 Dave Sublette  wrote:

> Is this some sort of a spoof?  You can't be serious.  Putting beautiful
> equipment like this into the weather(not quite, but almost) is poor
> engineering practice at least and at most, a felony.  If you insist on
> doing this, sell your Elecraft stuff and buy one of the other three
> imported brands, but don't expect to get any repair service when it breaks
> from environmental abuse.
>
> End of soapbox rant, for now.
>
> Dave, K4TO
>
> On Wed, Jul 4, 2018 at 11:42 AM alapa...@w2cs.net 
> wrote:
>
> > I’m at the point now in my household move where I should like to put my
> > K-Line (K3/KPA1500) out in a shed about 200’ from the house and operate
> it
> > remotely via an local ethernet connection.  This week I’ve been
> sweltering
> > in the humid heat here in the NE and that prompts the question:  What
> makes
> > since in the way of keep the equipment happy across wide temperature and
> > humidity changes?   Winters possibly down below freezing, but dry, and
> > summers up to 100F and humid.  Today’s temp is clearing 88 with a dew
> point
> > of 76, for example.
> >
> > What do you all do, short of supplying heaters and/or air conditioners?
> >  If I could avoid that, I would like to.  The good news is that
> > environmental changes are gradual.  The spec page for the KPA1500 does
> not
> > seem to mention environmental specs.
> >
> > Thanks for any info.
> >
> > Gary W2CS
> >
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Manual

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On Tue, Jul 3, 2018, 10:40 Ken G Kopp  wrote:

> Also check KE7X website for his manuals covering Elecraft
>
> 73!
>
> K0PP
>
> On Tue, Jul 3, 2018, 10:36 John Hiatt  wrote:
>
>> They have replacement manuals on the order page for the K3S.  I don't see
>> one listed for the KX3, but I'm sure they would sell you one if you call
>> the sales department.
>> http://www.elecraft.com/how_to_contact_elecraft.htm
>>
>>
>> John,
>> KC7DRI
>>
>> 
>> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
>> on behalf of Ronnie Hull 
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 3, 2018 5:38 AM
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 Manual
>>
>>
>> I just purchased a KX3 from the original owner. It did NOT come with the
>> manual. Does Elecraft sell the original Manuals? I am NOT interested in
>> downloading the .PDF
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>> W5SUM
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Manual

[Ken G Kopp]

Also check KE7X website for his manuals covering Elecraft

73!

K0PP

On Tue, Jul 3, 2018, 10:36 John Hiatt  wrote:

> They have replacement manuals on the order page for the K3S.  I don't see
> one listed for the KX3, but I'm sure they would sell you one if you call
> the sales department.  http://www.elecraft.com/how_to_contact_elecraft.htm
>
>
> John,
> KC7DRI
>
> 
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> on behalf of Ronnie Hull 
> Sent: Tuesday, July 3, 2018 5:38 AM
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 Manual
>
>
> I just purchased a KX3 from the original owner. It did NOT come with the
> manual. Does Elecraft sell the original Manuals? I am NOT interested in
> downloading the .PDF
>
> Thanks
>
> W5SUM
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft product list

[Ken G Kopp]

A browser search for "Elecraft" will take you to the company webpage, where
you can search the entire product line.

73!

K0PP

On Wed, Jun 27, 2018, 17:58 Gerry Miller  wrote:

> I TRIED THAT ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND IT DID NOT SHOW MUCH. WILL TRY AGAIN.
> TNX  73  GERRY
> PS:  I ASSUME ITS ELECRAFT.COM (?)
>
> -- Original Message --
> From: Ken G Kopp 
> To: Gerry Miller 
> Cc: Elecraft 
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft product list
> Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2018 17:54:30 -0600
>
> Why not start with the Elecraft web page?
>
> 73
>
> K0PP
>
>
> On Wed, Jun 27, 2018, 17:51 Gerry Miller  wrote:
>
>>  I recently saw someone at a club meeting using a small Elecraft Antenna
>> Tuner about the size of a deck of cards.  I had no idea that something like
>> that was available.  Is there a link where I can see all Elecraft
>> products?  73  Gerry Miller, aa...@juno.com
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft product list

[Ken G Kopp]

Why not start with the Elecraft web page?

73

K0PP

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[Elecraft] My last posting on the color code matter

[Ken G Kopp]

Judging from the many responses, I obviously struck a chord with the color
code limericks.  (And only -one- was negative).  Responders told of first
hearing the various versions in military electronics schools ... even
overseas, so they aren't unique to the US.

73!

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[Elecraft] OT: Color code memory aid ...

[Ken G Kopp]

>From the distant past ...

Bad Boys Rape Our Young Girls But Violet Gives Willingly ...

73!

K0PP



On Fri, Jun 15, 2018, 18:13 Fred Jensen  wrote:

> OK, cool!  I'd like to see it work.  While I have a lot of respect for
> design folk, and especially those who design the super easy websites to
> use where you find what you need, do it, leave, and your coffee is still
> hot, the Mech E's who can visualize in 3D with motion astound me.  I
> understand the multiple reels of feedstock.  It's the "remove the parts
> from the tape" part that I find hard, that tape was really sticky. [:-)
>
> Every time I've asked my wife to tell me the colors on a resistor, even
> after I tell her, "They're all supposed to be preschool colors," I still
> get, "Well, sort of reddish-orange ... might be a little pink too."
>
> 73,
>
> Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW
> Sparks NV DM09dn
> Washoe County
>
> On 6/15/2018 4:43 PM, GaryK9GS wrote:
> > Hi Fred,
> > It's called a sequencer.  Individual reels of tape and reel axial parts
> are loaded in the sequencer.  So there would be an entire reel of 10k
> resistors, a separate reel of 100k, separate reel of diodes, etc.
> > The sequencer then removes the parts from the tape and creates a new
> tape with the parts in the proper order and count.  The sequencer my
> company used to have would also measure the value of the part and reject it
> if it wasn't in the tolerance window.
> > I hope that all makes sense...
> > Surface mount is oh so much easier.  We have 9 surface mount lines and
> rarely use the axial through hole inserter these days.
>
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Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] VHF FM Operation

[Ken G Kopp]

Bryan,

It's -highly- unlikely either repeater involved transmits a CTCSS tone,
which would be needed to accomplish what you want ... -very- few do.

Do you know if either one does?  A repeater directory should tell you.
What's the call of the one you refer to?  I can look it up for you if you
don't have a RD


I've been a repeater coordinator for almost 50 years, FWIW.

73!

Ken Kopp - K0PP


On Sun, Jun 10, 2018, 13:15 br...@bbbrauer.com [KX3] <
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>
>
> One of our local repeaters has considerable QRM from another nearby
> repeater.  I would like to set the squelch on my receiver to open only when
> it receives the sub audible tone transmitted by the repeater.  I find no
> instructions in any of the manuals as to how to do this on my KX3. Does my
> radio firmware include this feature/
>
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Re: [Elecraft] My weigh-in, K4

[Ken G Kopp]

Well-said Dave! (:-)

73!

K0PP

On Sun, May 20, 2018, 09:10 David Gilbert  wrote:

>
> I can think of a lot of reasons somebody might want to upgrade their
> radio, but purely "to have a unit with the latest bells and whistles"
> falls very low on my list, and growing "tired of looking at the same
> radio" isn't on it at all.   If a new radio offers significantly
> improved utility, great ... otherwise we're sitting at the same table as
> those who buy the newest smart phone every time one comes out simply to
> be able to say they have it.
>
> I say this not as an Elecraft user (although I own a K1, KX2, and
> upgraded K3), but as a consumer who judges a product by it's performance
> to cost ratio.  Upgrades need to provide me with improved utility, not
> simply warm fuzzies that I have the latest.
>
> Dave   AB7E
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>
> On 5/20/2018 6:22 AM, Dan Atchison via Elecraft wrote:
> > I have to agree with the posts noting with disappointment that
> > Elecraft has not, nor seems to show little interest, in producing a
> > new competitive desktop radio.  That said, I'm sure they are working
> > on one, but when produced, the market may be saturated with other
> > manufacturers radios who have felt the need to get to market quickly.
> >
> > It doesn't matter that the K3(S) is a truly fine and competitive
> > radio.  It isn't a matter that the performance ratings of the newer
> > radios are significantly better (they are not).  It comes down to we
> > who love technology and wish to be on the cutting edge; to have a unit
> > with the latest bells and whistles.  The K3(S) for the most part, is
> > technology over a dozen years old.  To wit, I have grown tired of
> > looking at the same radio for over 10 years, from my early S/N K3 to a
> > second and newer radio, a K3S.  Ho, hum.
> >
> > At the price of newer, competitive radios, trading newer for older or
> > one radio for another becomes less attractive.  I have already seen in
> > abundance those who have already discarded the K3(S) in favor of
> > Icom's or Flex's newer offerings, not only contesters but DXers as
> > well. I have not yet, but may soon.  Should Elecraft come out with a
> > K4 or whatever, regardless of it's feature set, they've already lost
> > advantage and way behind the market.  Of course, we who drink the
> > Elecraft cool-aid will no doubt purchase.
> >
> > To those that say "moving on" is unnecessary, I ask how old their
> > vehicles are?  I buy a new vehicle, not often, but every 5 to 7 years
> > not because the older car doesn't get me from point A to point B in
> > fine fashion, but because I just want something more recent with newer
> > or upgraded options.  How about your cellphone? How many are using one
> > 10 years old?  It's personal preference just like it is for radios.
> >
> > 73,
> > Dan
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[Elecraft] To the Icom fans ...

[Ken G Kopp]

If you're so happy with Icom's performance, why did you buy an Elecraft
product?

73!

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[Elecraft] FAR OT: Grounding and lightning

[Ken G Kopp]

I should have been more specific in suggesting that grounds that
might end up carrying a lightening charge not be run through concrete.

The following is from personal "real world" experience.

I know of two specific cases where tower bases were blown apart by
lightning hits to the towers because ... in the interest of "neatness" ...
their ground rods were -inside- the concrete bases.

These two events took place in the Tampa Bay (St. Petersburg) area
of Florida.  The Tampa Bay area has the distinction of having the highest
number of lightening strikes in the western hemisphere, BTW.

I worked aboard a USC&GS (NOAA) ship at the time and we did a lot of
lightening-related research.  Picture flying a balloon-borne wire to
deliberately
attract lightening!

Concrete is rarely "dry" even after years of "curing".  The dampness becomes
steam that's instantly created by the current from strike flowing through
the
ground that's -inside- the concrete.  This steam becomes part of the
explosion.

73!

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[Elecraft] Far OT: A styrofoam peanuts story

[Ken G Kopp]

After retiring from my "regular" job, Rose (N7HKW) and I got
into an OTR "18-Wheeler" for a million miles and five years.

One incident involving Styrofoam peanuts comes to mind.
We were called into a California border inspection station
for what was supposed to be a routine inspection.  The lady
on duty ordered me to open the doors of the truck's trailer so
she could see that we were hauling what the waybill said.

I told her that the trailer was loaded with bulk blown-in Styrofoam
peanuts and she really didn't want me to do that.  Her response
was to -order- me to open the doors.  Said "OK, but you'll regret
it."

It was windy that day .

73!

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 go-box

[Ken G Kopp]

What about cooling of the heatsink?

Or is the unit just for "show"?

73!

K0PP

On Sat, Apr 7, 2018, 15:03 John Harper  wrote:

> I thought some here might appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into Hans'
> W1JSB latest creation:
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=1mmoDzQYhms
>
> 73,
>
> John AE5X
> https://ae5x.blogspot.com
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[Elecraft] OT: The bogus "20% of full scale figure"

[Ken G Kopp]

Came from me.  I apologize for my feeble old mind.  Shudda
looked at the several Bird manuals around here.

Like many of us old timers I have several different Bird setups.
As someone else mentioned, there are many versions that
show up in the various hamfest and e-Bay venues.

Never rely on a used element ... being round they've almost
certain to have rolled and bounced of the floor.  They're easily
damaged.

I have several double line-section castings that I use in my
station to simultaneously monitor both forward and reflected
power at the same.  At one time I had close ties to the FBI's
western US operations and their stations -always- had double
meters with dual-element castings on separate panels

Still, the Bird product line has a number of "gotcha's" lurking
to catch the unwary.  My case has a dedicated 50 ohm length
of line that is a measured length that's calculated to include
the length that includes the length within the casting ... at
147.00 MHz where most of my measurements are taken.
All of mine are fitted with "N" connectors, etc.

Enough, already ... I apologize for the 20% error figure ...
It was unintentional.  (:-((

73!

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Re: [Elecraft] DMM recommendations

[Ken G Kopp]

Bill,

As long as one keeps in mind that Bird's reputatiom for accuracy has become
a thing of the past.  There are many more current products that surpass
them.

Always bear in mind that their odd meters (30 uA) are very non-linear and
measurements made using element ranges that fall in the bottom 1/3 or so of
the scale are the most accurate.  Overall, they claim to be accurate to +/-
20 percent of full scale.  HORRIBLE in
today's world!

FWIW ...

73!

K0PP

On Mon, Mar 19, 2018, 12:09 William Levy  wrote:

> A long time ago I was sitting with an old ham in his shack discussing
> purchasing a new SWR meter.
> I was going to buy some twenty buck job and he told me the following.
>
> "If you buy the 20 buck model, soon you will get the 30 buck and then the
> 40 buck and on and on until you finally buy the Bird.
> If you start with the Bird you won't need all those others.
>
> I took his advice and I bought the Bird.
>
> Buy the good stuff, as good as you can afford and stop worrying about the
> price or the deal.
>
> N2WL
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[Elecraft] OT: Big Business

[Ken G Kopp]

Wayne and Eric have too much already-demonstrated "class" to even remotely
to fit into the "big business" category I referred to earlier.

73!

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Re: [Elecraft] OT: Kodak

[Ken G Kopp]

Another example of "Big business has no morality".  (;-(

73!

K0PP

On Mar 17, 2018 12:10, "Phil Kane"  wrote:

On 3/16/2018 3:56 PM, kevinr wrote:

> Re-inventing things over the centuries is quite common.  The problem
> which needs to be solved pushes the imagination of the builder into
> crafting similar answers.

Inventing something is a no-brainer.  Getting patent protection for it
is something else!
My wife's grandfather had several hundred patents in the paper-handling
industry.  At least one was violated by Eastman Kodak with no viable
recourse.!!

Back to radio..

73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane
Elecraft K2/100   s/n 5402

>From a Clearing in the Silicon Forest
Beaverton (Washington County) Oregon
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Re: [Elecraft] Static Discharge Through K-Pod

[Ken G Kopp]

The real issue here is the lack of household humidity.  A humidifier is
probably in the real fix.  Several hours of a near-boiling pan of water on
the kitchen stove would likely be enlightening.

Or, get a "real' anti-static (desk size) work mat with wrist strap.  I have
one permanently atop my operating desk in front of my K2 and K3.

Hint: Amazon is your friend.  (:-)

73!

K0PP
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Re: [Elecraft] OT: Dish/Direct TV RFI?

[Ken G Kopp]

Fred speaks the truth, and is correct.

K0PP - Direct TV via satellite subscriber.



Our DirecTV receiver/DVR is completely quiet on HF and as far as I can
test, on VHF

> and UHF as well.  I've never interfered with it on any band, even when I
> was running 1200 watts.
>
> Regarding satellite internet, the unmanned spaceship is about 38,600 km
> away in the southern sky, so there is a significant LOS delay on top of
> all the usual processing and routing delays. This can make most forms of
> remote control problematic.  We had a neighbor who worked for HP, often
> at home via a VPN, and the satellite internet did not work for him.
>
> You might see if there is a local wireless provider.  I hosted a couple
> of RAP's for the local provider when we lived in rural NorCal and got
> free, 50 Mbps both ways in return.  Unfortunately, such service is
> usually unavailable in more densely populated areas where cable and DSL
> is available.
>
> Really heavy rain will kill the satellite signal [Ku-band, I think] as
> will snow on the feed horns and in the dish.  I can get to our dish from
> the ground with a broom.  If you live in an area with significant snow,
> you might want to make sure the dish is accessible.  I've wondered about
> some heating tape on the back of the dish but haven't done anything yet.
>
> 73,
>
> Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW
> Sparks, NV
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Re: [Elecraft] FT 8

[Ken G Kopp]

Hi Wes!

"Operator skill" ...

Surely you jest ...

73!

K0PP

On Sat, Mar 3, 2018, 17:44 Wes Stewart  wrote:

> Quoting myself in part from an email to my DX club reflector re: FT8
>
> "I think I will set a personal standard, at least for awards purposes,
> that 1) I
> will be at the controls of the station. 2) I won't count any QSO that
> couldn't
> have been copied on CW. 3)  I won't count any QSO that requires the
> software to
> have prior knowledge of the two station calls or could not be copied by an
> uninterested third party.
>
> I'm sure there will be critics who declare that I'm an old fogy who is
> longing
> for the return of spark.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  I have
> worked on the cutting edge of new technologies for years.  But, I also
> believe
> that there should be some value added by way of operator skill."
>
> Since that time I'm adding 4) If JTAlert pops up with a text message from
> my QSO
> partner wherein he tells me what he's copied and what I should send next,
> I will
> not complete the QSO.
>
> Wes  N7WS
>
>
>
> On 3/3/2018 4:57 PM, William Levy wrote:
> > As an old dog I am sorry to see that FT8 has become all the rage.
> > I grew up with a few vacuum tubes and a dipole. AM carrier controlled, 5
> > tube receivers. Loved CW when I had very little. Love SSB with big
> antennas
> > and towers.
> >
> > FT8 changes the game. No more rag chews. So this is what DX has become.
> No
> > big power, no big antennas. Someone will write an app that will tell the
> > radio to keep calling cq and log contacts. V.2 of the App will record new
> > prefixes and club log it.
> >
> > I may feel critical as I write this but the future is not mine and all is
> > fair in love and war.
> >
> > Sincerely, Bill N2WL
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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and FT8

[Ken G Kopp]

Yes Chuck, almost impossible to counter ignorance ... (;-)

73!

K0PP

On Sat, Mar 3, 2018, 13:11 Chuck Milam, N9KY  wrote:

> I see we are about to enter the dead horse beating ceremony over FT8 power
> levels, as I’ve seen on other groups ad naseum.  Suggest checking the FT8
> developers’ comments on the difference between  “low power” and “weak
> signal” modes, before we enter the circular argument process.
>
> 73,
>
> Chuck, N9KY
>
> On Sat, Mar 3, 2018 at 13:59 Richard  wrote:
>
> > YIKES! I’d say that’s about 30 times what’s considered normal and polite!
> >
> > Richard - W4KBX
> >
> > > On Mar 3, 2018, at 2:50 PM, Dennis Moore  wrote:
> > >
> > > No, 1500 watts on FT8 is not normal.
> > >
> > > 73, Dennis NJ6G
> > >
> > >
> > > On 3/3/2018 06:40, Carl Yaffey wrote:
> > >> Tried full power on 20M FT8 this morning in order to work weak
> Russian.
> > Temp gets as high as 75C. Loud fan kicks in. Hope this is normal.
> > >>
> > >> Carl Yaffey  K8NU
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