[Elecraft] FS: K2 S/N 5240
I have for sale a K2 serial number 5240. It includes the following: KAT2 Automatic Antenna Tuner KSB SSB Adapter KIO2 Aux I/O Module Finger Dimple (not installed) It includes all manuals. I'm also including a DL1 dummy load. NOTE*** This radio does have the PLL click issue. This means that you can sometimes hear a click every 5 KHz or so when you tune the VFO. It seems to do this more often when you tune down in frequency. I don't have the time to troubleshoot this problem and from what I'm told, this affects many K2s to some degree. Personally, I never heard the clicks until they were brought to my attention. Of course, I used it for PSK 99% of the time so I guess I didn't see them would be more accurate. $750.00 OBO w/shipping included to lower 48. Money order or PayPal only please. 73, Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] PLL Clicks
Don, Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately it reads 8.5 ohms. I'll have to look elsewhere. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, August 16, 2007 4:13 PM To: Kevin Shaw Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PLL Clicks Kevin, Check RFC15 on the bottom of the RF Board. You must check it with an ohmmeter - even if it is open you will find 5 volts on both sides of it. Should you find it open and do not have an immediate replacement, short across it, replace the bottom cover and re-run CAL PLL - then check again for the clicks. 73, Don W3FPR Kevin Shaw wrote: My K2 has the PLL Click problem when I turn the VFO. I've tried running CAL PLL with the covers on, but no luck. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] PLL Clicks
I attached an antenna and I do hear clicks when I turn the VFO in both directions while on 40 meters. Probably due to the strong SW stations. I sold the radio last week and I had to take it back and refund the gentleman's money because of the clicks. Is this something that is inherent in the K2 design and affects all radios to some degree? Thanks, Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Shaw Sent: Thursday, August 16, 2007 10:10 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] PLL Clicks Don, Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately it reads 8.5 ohms. I'll have to look elsewhere. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, August 16, 2007 4:13 PM To: Kevin Shaw Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PLL Clicks Kevin, Check RFC15 on the bottom of the RF Board. You must check it with an ohmmeter - even if it is open you will find 5 volts on both sides of it. Should you find it open and do not have an immediate replacement, short across it, replace the bottom cover and re-run CAL PLL - then check again for the clicks. 73, Don W3FPR Kevin Shaw wrote: My K2 has the PLL Click problem when I turn the VFO. I've tried running CAL PLL with the covers on, but no luck. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] PLL Clicks
My K2 has the PLL Click problem when I turn the VFO. I've tried running CAL PLL with the covers on, but no luck. The strange part is that I only hear the clicks when I DECREASE the frequency with the VFO. As I tune up in frequency, I hear absolutely no clicks. When I tune down in frequency I get very loud clicks every 5 KHz or so. I can hear them with no antenna attached. Any idea where I should look first? Thanks, Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Wayne...Eric...K2 with USB anytime soon??
Actually, I'm working on a USB interface for the K2. My prototype worked quite well. It only received but what I saw on the waterfall looked good. The part of the design I was most concerned about (USB) worked well. It's a compound USB device - hub with soundcard and serial port. I'm in the process of designing the first PCB that contains all the circuitry. The prototype I mentioned was bits and pieces of hardware strung across my workbench. No drivers other than what comes with Windows XP are required. Unfortunately, I haven't had much time to work on it lately. I have a consulting business (FPGA design) in addition to my normal day job and I'm deep into a Gigabit Ethernet design at the moment. Not enough hours in the day. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Fred (FL) Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2006 10:05 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Wayne...Eric...K2 with USB anytime soon?? Back in 78, making an QYX Intelligent communicating Typewriter - perform TTY over an RS-232 port, was a big comms deal. The PC quickly overtook these early PC devices. Whether President Carter's daughter really had one - was a rumor I had heard at a software conference then. Probably not true. I do know - the Wall Street Journal, ran an ad for our product, full page - when we completed the product for Exxon. Being able to transmit or receive a document, from your desktop typewriter - was a big deal, in 1978. Messages, documents, etc. All based on TTY and RS-232. Of course, all over phone or data lines. TTY and RS-232 standards, at that time, had been around for eons then. Early 80's PC's did the same thing. I also think doing it via HF radio, is also a neat ham activity. Anyhoo - USB would be nice on a K2. I'm too long winded. Fred, N3CSY __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Computer control issues - unreliable firmware?
Actually, I'm designing one as we speak. It's a compound USB device containing a sound card and serial port. I did a proof of concept with the design strung out on my bench. I never used it on the air but the USB side of things worked quite well. The signals on the waterfall looked very good. I tested it with Digipan 2.0, MixW, and Ham Radio Deluxe. I was never able to get my current external USB interface to work with HRD so I was very pleased. I'm purposely designing it to use the Windows-supplied drivers so no driver installation CD is required. This I hope will make it work with a wide range of software programs. However, it requires Windows XP equipped computers. I'm not sure if many people are still using the older versions of Windows. Anyway, I'm designing a prototype circuit board to test it with the K2. If that's successful, the next stage is to redesign the PC board again to get it inside the K2. I just have the base K2 so I need to determine a shape for the PCB that will work inside a basic K2 as well as a fully-loaded K2. I'm sure it's quite crowded inside with all the options. I think I might have to separate the USB Type B connector from the rest of the board in order to make installation more flexible. The design is still in the early stages but I'll be interested in enlisting the help of some testers in the future. If you'd like to help test this contraption in exchange for a completed product when released, then send me an e-mail. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ken Alexander Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2006 7:47 PM To: Elecraft Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Computer control issues - unreliable firmware? Better yet, take the next step and provide a module for direct USB communication with a computer. The KUSB2...I can see it now, and I'll be first in line if and when it happens! 73, Ken Alexander VE3HLS --- Simon Brown (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A serious suggestion for Elecraft - sell or recommend a good USB = serial converter to avoid the misery caused by the lesser options out there. Simon Brown --- http://blog.hb9drv.ch/ - Original Message - From: Simon Brown (HB9DRV) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Warning - if you use an external USB = serial adapter then get a good one, they are not all alike. Some can't handle the strain of repeated communications, especially with Windows 98. Some have poor driver software which gets in a muddle. I have come across the stalling problem a lot but not just with the K2, it's almost always been down the a poor USB = serial port converter. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] KIO2 settings?
4800 baud, 2 (or 1) stop bit(s), 8 data bits, no parity. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Allen Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2006 9:33 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KIO2 settings? I am trying to access the KIO2 port via Hyperterminal. I want to try out a little programming experiment. What are the proper com ports settings? 73, Bill - WA5PB K2 #1068 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.3.3/296 - Release Date: 3/29/2006 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] ridge vent as antenna?
Ray, I also live in a deed restricted community. I ran coax and DC power through the wall of my den. Once outside, I ran it underground to the back wall of the house. At the peak of the roof in the back, I mounted an SG-237 Smarttuner. I then took 300 feet of enameled wire and ran it around the perimeter of my roof. This created a 300 foot horizontal loop. It's around 2 WL long at 40 meters so the radiation pattern is not shooting straight up on 40 meters and above. It's a 1 story house so it's not very high up. The wire is pushed up under the shingles as much as possible. It's VERY hard to notice the antenna. I'm in Florida so a snowy roof is not going to happen. I'm not sure about rain since we are in the dry season here and I can't remember the last time in rained. I'll know better this spring/fall. How does it work? I've worked France, Bulgaria, Italy, Estonia, Ascension Island among others with my K2 just on PSK31 so far (I know, I need to work on my rusty CW skills). About 20 different countries in the last month (I've only had it in operation since 2/13/06). I had a ragchew with F6FZG last Saturday like he was next door. I'm more than pleased with its operation and the fact that it's practically invisible. The Smarttuner keeps the antenna in tune automatically. There are certainly much better antennas, but this one works great considering the restrictions. YMMV I'm sure. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Raymond Albers Sent: Wednesday, March 22, 2006 10:24 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] ridge vent as antenna? Has anyone had any experience loading an aluminum ridge vent as an antenna?? We just bought a second home, which is lovely (definition: my wife is thrilled with it!) but has restrictive covenants - no outside antennas. Grrr. I have mounted an ATU in the attic and attached a 1:1 balun directly to it, with about 25 ft of wire going out from each side - in other words, a non-resonant dipole - all inside the attic. It loads OK on all bands 80 thru 10 and I've made several decent contacts with it. What I don't like is that there is a lot of junk in the attic, like AC ductwork, tho most of it seems non-metallic. Mostly I don't like the aluminum ridge vent that runs the length of the attic - so I mounted the wire several feet below the ridge of the roof. Not sure how this affects the antenna, but it can't be very good. I am contemplating using the ridge vent as part of the antenna: I could position the ATU at one end of the attic, connect one side to the ridge vent and the other side to a stealth wire that I could run to a low tree or maybe the peak of the garage roof. Has anyone had any experience using ridge vents as antenna (or part of an antenna)? Effect of rain wetting the roof shingles? Comments?? 73 Ray K2HYD ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] cord vs. rick
Us city slickers just run down to the supermarket and buy a case of the fake logs. :) Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2006 8:01 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] cord vs. rick Howdy, In this neck of the woods a rick is another name for a face cord. A face cord is 4 x 8 x the size you cut for your stove. Three face cords to a cord nominally but some folks have two face cords to a cord because they cut their wood a bit longer. Still comes out to 4 x 4 x 8 for a full cord in the end. Kevin. KD5ONS (with stiff fingers from splitting wood, warm though :) On Sun, 19 Mar 2006 16:29:19 -0600, David F. Reed [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, a cord is a fraction of a cord; more specifically, a 8'x4'x24 rick is 1/2 cord, but if 16 pieces, it is 1/3 cord; one-third of a cord is also sometimes called a fireplace cord, stove cord, rick, or rank. Webster defines a rick simply as a pile. Fred Jensen wrote: Kevin Rock wrote: Before that I split and stacked over a rick of wood. I know what a cord is (128 ft^3). Whatsa rick? 73 de Dave, W5SV ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraftHelp: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] PTT Signal Question
I'm in the process of designing a USB interface board for my K2 and I have a technical question concerning the /DOT-PTT signal in the K2. The signal goes into Port D of the PIC processor. PTT is grounded when the microphone is keyed yet I don't see a pull-up resistor on the signal. I believe Port B of the PIC has internal pull-ups but not Port D. Is there a pull-up on that signal somewhere on the schematic that I'm missing? Thanks, Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] PTT Signal Question
Ah! I see it now. Thanks Jim. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: k4zm [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, March 13, 2006 2:06 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] List; Kevin Shaw Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PTT Signal Question Kevin: Look on Page 1 of 1 of the Control Board on the bottom of the page Connector P3 Pins 17 18 are tied to 5 Volts through 82K resistors in RP4 (56 78) . 73 Jim Younce K4ZM K2 SN: 18 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Rig Expert S/D
Hi Ron, by the way, I noticed that you're also in the Tampa Bay area :) I'm running Rig Expert on my K2. I had no problems at all. I bought the cable specifically for the K2. Kevin N8IQ P.S. If you figure out how to run it with Ham Radio Deluxe please let me know. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ronald Ziegler Sent: Friday, February 17, 2006 1:51 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Rig Expert S/D Has anyone interfaced this unit to their K2. If so, how did it go. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] S/N 5240 On The Air
Craig, The horizontal loop is working great. I tried getting into the 20 meter net but I experienced massive QRN just after it started. Turned out, my Grandson turned on the big screen TV in the family room. I heard that's the downside of having a horizontal loop on the roof and they're not kidding. This morning I worked ES3RM in Estonia on 20 meter PSK31 using 8 watts(!). 20+ years ago, I never worked Europe with my Yaesu FT101E at 100 watts (just about the same sunspot cycle). With the K2 I've had just 3 QSO's so far: Cuba, Missouri, and Estonia all under 10 watts. The K2 is a great radio. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: Craig D. Smith [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2006 6:42 PM To: 'Kevin Shaw' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] S/N 5240 On The Air Hi Kevin ... Congrats!! The antenna and tuner must be working! And, you got your Cuba contact first thing! Got the internal tuner complete here and tested it last nite on the CW sprint contest. Only 25 contacts, but my random wire works at least somewhat on 20, 40 and 80. Listened to most of the Elecraft 20M net, but it seemed to end before I could check in. Will try again on 40 later listen for you. 73 ... Craig AC0DS Craig D. Smith PowerSmith Consulting 1009 Alder Way Longmont, CO 80503 phone: 303-678-7958 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] web: www.PowerSmithConsulting.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Shaw Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2006 3:10 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] S/N 5240 On The Air Well, I'm officially on the air. Just put up my horizontal loop antenna (2 WL on 40 meters) this afternoon. No mean feat with the winds the way they are today. My first QSO was with Jose CO3VK down in Cuba on 20 meter PSK. I hope to have some success on the Elecraft net tonight. Be gentle, my CW skills are rusty. Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] S/N 5240 On The Air
Well, I'm officially on the air. Just put up my horizontal loop antenna (2 WL on 40 meters) this afternoon. No mean feat with the winds the way they are today. My first QSO was with Jose CO3VK down in Cuba on 20 meter PSK. I hope to have some success on the Elecraft net tonight. Be gentle, my CW skills are rusty. Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 SN 5295
Had first 2 QSOs this morning (Indiana and Oregon) on 20 CW with an indoor dipole. Must be nice. I never was able to contact anyone on my indoor dipole. Oh well. I should be on the air this weekend though, hopefully for the Elecraft net on Sunday. I bought an SGC Smartuner and plan on putting up a horizontal loop on my roof this weekend. I spent last weekend making cables and routing the feedline through the wall of my den and into a waterproof box outside where the lightning arrestor is located. Now, I just need to run it outside and up to the roof and run the antenna wire. I figure it's my best option with deed restrictions and all. I think it'll be quite stealthy and work better than the vertical dipole I originally planned. It'll be 2 WL long on 40 meters so I hope it's not too much of a cloud warmer on 20 and 40 meters. It might even work half way decent on 80 meters. Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net preliminary rpt
Well, I tried to check in. I heard Kevin (most of the time) and maybe 2 other stations. I guess I'll have to wait until I get a real antenna. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Sunday, January 15, 2006 6:54 PM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net preliminary rpt Wow folks, Our experiment worked. On twenty meters we checked in 14 folks from: AZ, CO, ND, MO, CT, VA, IN, ON, NY, WV, and MA. There were a few times it was tough to pull out a call since there were so many at once. Signals were very good with only a couple cases of QSB. While I thaw some chicken I thought it would be nice to tell you of our success. Sam (the cat) will get a large part of the chicken tonight but he needs to be coddled. His kidneys are failing and he misses his mom something awful. Well I miss her too but I get the feed us both :) It will be lonely when he is gone. But I always have you all on the air! Kevin. KD5ONS (on KP duty) See you later on forty. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1
Actually, I decided to cut my makeshift dipole down to 20 meters. Therefore, I'll try the 20 meter net instead. Question: Is it still required to follow your call sign with / and the region if you're operating in a region different from your call sign? In other words, do I need to use N8IQ/4 or just N8IQ? I thought I read something about a change in the FCC rules. It's been over 20 years since I've worked HF. Thanks, Kevin N8IQ/4 (or is it just N8IQ :) ) -Original Message- From: Tom Hammond [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 08, 2006 8:49 AM To: Kevin Shaw; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1 Hi Kevin: We'll be listening fer ya! When the NCS calls for QNI? and stands by, just send your callsign once and stand by. If the NCS hears you, he will acknowledge you with an RST and ask you to go ahead. Then, go ahead and send your call, an RST if you feel like it, your name, state, rig and S/N. If you have any other short comments to make, please feel free to do so (especially if your RST is 449 or better), and then turn it back to the NCS. We'll try to send back to you at YOUR sending speed. If we're sending too fast, PLEASE remind us to QRS!!! 73, Tom N0SS At 08:48 PM 1/7/2006, you wrote: I'm going to try to join all of you on the 40 meter net. 20 meters would be better I believe, but my KAT2 isn't finished yet. I'm antenna-challenged at the moment. I'll be using a temporary 40 meter dipole I have strung around my den. If successful, this will be my first QSO with my new K2 (S/N 5240). I'm real rusty with my CW skills. Much more than Ms. Stephanie I'm sure, so be gentle. Hope to see all of you on 40. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2006 9:36 PM To: Stephanie Maks; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1 I reiterate Ms. Stephanie: please join us on the Elecraft CW Net. We don't mind anyone's fist. If you have ever heard mine you would know! Tom, N0SS, is in the middle of the US (near St. Louis, Missouri) and has great ears. If he can hear you he will log you. Ric VE3XL has checked in with his K1 from Ontario many times. Often he has a very strong signal and works me in Oregon. Other times he is relayed in by the other NCS folks across the country. Your fellow countryman VE1RGB (first check in for our humble net) works across the continent from Nova Scotia on a semi-regular basis. Rusty fist? What better place than a cozy little net where we all enjoy another contact. This net is not about numbers, it is not about speed, it is not about me, it is about folks getting on the air and having fun meeting one another. We exchange serial numbers, signal reports, and a bit about ourselves. Nothing special, just folks. It is a great way to recharge before we go off to work on Monday. Listen along if you feel uncomfortable with the exchanges. Listen along to hear a variety of fists, rigs, antennas, and propagation. If we can hear you we will ask your name, state or province (or country in some cases), and then we'll get your rig type and serial number. After that you'll get to chat a bit. Sometimes propagation only allows a short contact or the wall of sound coming from all the check ins calling at once prevents a longer chat. But normally, once you get past the name, SPC, rig, and SN you'll get to say a sentence or two about the weather, propagation, or your family. It is fun to see who is coolest, who is hottest, who has the best propagation, and who has the best kids ;) Please join us some Sunday. 73, Kevin. KD5ONS PS. We once had a check in via a wire tapped on the dash board so we are ready for most anything :) KJR On Sat, 7 Jan 2006 17:55:48 -0500, Stephanie Maks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's been a month since I got my K1, and I finally overcame my 'key- shyness' and resonded to a CQ. My morse skills are still pretty bad, but the CQ (on 40 Meters) was slow enough that I was pretty confident. VE2DPO in Quebec was my first CW contact in almost 8 years -- and only my second CW contact ever! Also, the first new entry in my logbook since 2001. And the first QRP entry. I'm just running 2 watts into a 95 foot wire that's dangling between some trees in my backyard, and keying the rig for now with just a little spst momentary switch at the end of some wire because I can't find my real key (last seen before my last move). I know it's nothing, no big deal. But it got me excited. 73 de Stephanie va3uxb K1 #02132 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net
RE: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1
Nigel, Thanks, but I already have a copy in PDF format that I pulled off of the ARRL website. I also have the ARRL Operating Manual that makes mention of the change. I'm sorry, but I worded my question poorly. I actually was more interested in what hams *commonly do* when they live in a district different from where they were originally licensed. I understand you don't have to add the / + number but it feels strange to me not to add the /4. The Operating Manual says It's routine not to hear the identifier. To me, if I send CQ de N8IQ, the station responding would understandably think I was in the 8th district and might be disappointed (if they were working towards WAS, etc...) if they find that I'm really in 4-land. I guess in regards to a CQ transmission, the use of the identifier would be helpful. Thanks everyone for your responses. Kevin N8IQ -Original Message- From: G8IFF/KC8NHF [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 08, 2006 12:18 PM To: Kevin Shaw Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1 You got a copy of part 97 in the shack? In case not, I've attached a copy. Subsection 119 doesn't say anything about indicating your location. In my country, it's a license condition that you have a copy of the license and the terms and conditions available when you operate. Kevin Shaw wrote: Question: Is it still required to follow your call sign with / and the region if you're operating in a region different from your call sign? In other words, do I need to use N8IQ/4 or just N8IQ? I thought I read something about a change in the FCC rules. It's been over 20 years since I've worked HF. -- Nigel A. Gunn. 59 Beadlemead, Milton Keynes, MK6 4HF, England. Tel +44 (0)1908 604004 mobile +44 (0)7765 471661 e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] www http://www.ngunn.net Amateur radio stations G8IFF, KC8NHF Member of AMSAT-UK #182, ARRL, GQRP Club, QRPARCI, SOC #548, RAYNET Flying Pig #385, Dayton ARA #2128, AMSAT-NA LM-1691, MKARS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1
I'm going to try to join all of you on the 40 meter net. 20 meters would be better I believe, but my KAT2 isn't finished yet. I'm antenna-challenged at the moment. I'll be using a temporary 40 meter dipole I have strung around my den. If successful, this will be my first QSO with my new K2 (S/N 5240). I'm real rusty with my CW skills. Much more than Ms. Stephanie I'm sure, so be gentle. Hope to see all of you on 40. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2006 9:36 PM To: Stephanie Maks; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Finally made first contact with K1 I reiterate Ms. Stephanie: please join us on the Elecraft CW Net. We don't mind anyone's fist. If you have ever heard mine you would know! Tom, N0SS, is in the middle of the US (near St. Louis, Missouri) and has great ears. If he can hear you he will log you. Ric VE3XL has checked in with his K1 from Ontario many times. Often he has a very strong signal and works me in Oregon. Other times he is relayed in by the other NCS folks across the country. Your fellow countryman VE1RGB (first check in for our humble net) works across the continent from Nova Scotia on a semi-regular basis. Rusty fist? What better place than a cozy little net where we all enjoy another contact. This net is not about numbers, it is not about speed, it is not about me, it is about folks getting on the air and having fun meeting one another. We exchange serial numbers, signal reports, and a bit about ourselves. Nothing special, just folks. It is a great way to recharge before we go off to work on Monday. Listen along if you feel uncomfortable with the exchanges. Listen along to hear a variety of fists, rigs, antennas, and propagation. If we can hear you we will ask your name, state or province (or country in some cases), and then we'll get your rig type and serial number. After that you'll get to chat a bit. Sometimes propagation only allows a short contact or the wall of sound coming from all the check ins calling at once prevents a longer chat. But normally, once you get past the name, SPC, rig, and SN you'll get to say a sentence or two about the weather, propagation, or your family. It is fun to see who is coolest, who is hottest, who has the best propagation, and who has the best kids ;) Please join us some Sunday. 73, Kevin. KD5ONS PS. We once had a check in via a wire tapped on the dash board so we are ready for most anything :) KJR On Sat, 7 Jan 2006 17:55:48 -0500, Stephanie Maks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's been a month since I got my K1, and I finally overcame my 'key- shyness' and resonded to a CQ. My morse skills are still pretty bad, but the CQ (on 40 Meters) was slow enough that I was pretty confident. VE2DPO in Quebec was my first CW contact in almost 8 years -- and only my second CW contact ever! Also, the first new entry in my logbook since 2001. And the first QRP entry. I'm just running 2 watts into a 95 foot wire that's dangling between some trees in my backyard, and keying the rig for now with just a little spst momentary switch at the end of some wire because I can't find my real key (last seen before my last move). I know it's nothing, no big deal. But it got me excited. 73 de Stephanie va3uxb K1 #02132 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Stupid? Top this!
Ha! I did the exact same thing. Only I molded a dish out of aluminum foil and started etching my board in my bedroom. As my etching container started to self destruct, I quickly opened my bedroom window and threw it outside. A half second more and the whole thing would have melted and landed on the carpet. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan Allen Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2006 9:30 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Stupid? Top this! When I was about 12 years old (1958/1959), printed circuit boards were exotic technology that was unavailable in kits. I wanted badly to handle one, and learn how they are made. A magazine (I believe it was Popular Electronics) ran an article on a 40 meter, transistorized QRP transmitter. I took the schematic, and (to the best of my abilities at that time) drew out a printed circuit board mask by hand. As there was no electronic supply stores in the area (South Carolina) at that time, I saved up my pennies and ordered a blank printed circuit board and an etching kit. I realized that this was going to be a one-shot deal. When the kit arrived, I carefully masked off the board with the included black tape, and little black dots. I then carried the board and etching kit into the kitchen, showed my mother what I was doing, and asked her if she had a shallow container that I could put the board in and then pour in the etching solution. She said that she had just the thing, and produced an *aluminum* pie pan that she had saved from a Morton, frozen, cherry pie. Yes, you see where this is going. I put the circuit board in the pie pan, poured in my bottle of etching solution, and was amazed to see the pie pan erupt into a foaming, black mass. I grabbed the edges of the pie pan, and ran for the (stainless) kitchen sink. Just (and I do mean just) as I got to the sink, the bottom came out of the pie pan, and all of my etching solution went quickly down the drain! It's funny now, and it was probably funny at the time, but I don't believe I thought so then! The board sat around the ham shack for years, and I would look at it (with all the acid resist tape still on it) from time to time. It was kind of like hitting yourself over the head, but without the pain. The rest of the story? I etched my *second* printed circuit board just a few years ago, and (believe me) I used a glass container. That worked better! Dan Allen KB4ZVM K-2 S/N 1757 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] CW using CAT in MixW
I just finished the KIO2 module. I tried sending CW using the KY command in HyperTerminal and it works fine. In MixW I tried sending CW via CAT command and it doesn't work. PTT, however, does work. I do have the CW via CAT command checkbox selected in options. I'm using the latest MixW program. Anyone know if MixW can key the K2 via CAT command in CW mode? I searched the list archives and didn't really find an answer. I did find a mention of adding this functionality to MixW but the post is from a few years ago. Thanks, Kevin N8IQ/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] OT Kent Two Staright Key and Paddle combo
Just got mine 10 minutes ago. I haven't opened it up yet. I guess there is a Santa. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Gehring Sent: Saturday, December 24, 2005 12:19 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] OT Kent Two Staright Key and Paddle combo For the benefit of those on the Elecraft reflector that ordered a Kent Two Combo. It appears there was more than just a couple of us. Well my Kent Two, key and paddle combo that I ordered on 9 December arrived in the mail today. Looks great but Santa snatched it up and put it back under the tree, Bah humbug! http://tinyurl.com/awrdb 72 KI4DGH Chuck Gehring ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Horizontal Loop Antenna
Thanks to everyone who responded about my proposed horizontal loop antenna. I was outside today and had an idea for an antenna installation. I primarily want to work (or try to work) some DX. This, of course, requires a low elevation angle. A vertical would probably be a better solution due to my height restrictions. I live on a conservation lot with 6-8 acres of woods behind the house. I own maybe 15 feet into the woods. Being Florida, this is wetlands. There is almost always standing water or VERY moist soil (mud) in the woods. I would think that this would present an excellent ground for a vertical antenna to work against. My idea is to get a vertical antenna, paint it dark brown, and place it in the woods. I'd place it deep in the brush next to a tree. Nobody (except a deer or bobcat, etc...) would be able to touch it. Kevin N8IQ/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] KX1 receive problems?
I can't believe that the bands are as dead as I perceive them to be ... I just finished Part 2 of my K2 assembly. Everything looks fine - calibration went smoothly. I threw together a temporary 1/2 wave dipole that I have lying on the floor. I kind of expected to hear more activity on 40 meters. I haven't heard anything outside of Florida (I haven't tried it at night yet). Guess I need to start working on that outside antenna now. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Kantarjiev Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2005 1:05 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KX1 receive problems? I passed my 5WPM test on Saturday (yay!) so I'm trying to get my new-to-me KX1 (s/n 1049) on the air. I bought it from the original constructor, and I thought it had been used to make QSOs, but ... I found the ATU in 'cal' mode, which makes me suspicious (that took me a little while to figure out). I'm using a doublet made from 24g zip cord (it's what I had handy): 24 feet split and 40 feet non-split as feedline (based on an idea from Bob NW8L). The ATU will now tune it to 1.0; that's great. Unfortunately, I can't hear anything except band swish and the occasional motorboat. I can tune WWV dead on 10.000 but can only barely make out the rhythmic beat of the seconds as they go by - the voices are never intelligible, in fact, barely audible. (Hmm. Is that even right? This is in 'normal' CW mode, which I understand to have a built in receive offset?) I can't believe that the bands are as dead as I perceive them to be, so I'm going to go through the receiver alignment again. Any other suggestions of what to look for while I've got it open on the bench? I have a synthesized RF generator and will try using that. Would someone be so kind as to tell me what 'S9+20dB' is in units that my generator understands (uV), to adjust the S-meter? Thanks! 73 de chris K6DBG/AG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] KX1 receive problems?
Thanks Daniel. It's been a long time since I've been on 40 meters. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: Daniel Reynolds [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2005 2:34 PM To: Kevin Shaw Subject: RE: [Elecraft] KX1 receive problems? 40m during the daytime is going to be pretty much limited to within 500 miles radius. In the late afternoon/early evening, it starts to go long - at least 1000 miles ... even further as the night progresses. Sometimes the band gets so long at night that it almost sounds dead (when everyone is asleep) except for weak DX signals you might hear. The band starts to get short again as the sun rises over the horizon. The shortest the band gets is usually around 12-4 PM in the afternoon. 73, Daniel AA0NI Oklahoma City --- Kevin Shaw [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't believe that the bands are as dead as I perceive them to be ... I just finished Part 2 of my K2 assembly. Everything looks fine - calibration went smoothly. I threw together a temporary 1/2 wave dipole that I have lying on the floor. I kind of expected to hear more activity on 40 meters. I haven't heard anything outside of Florida (I haven't tried it at night yet). Guess I need to start working on that outside antenna now. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Kantarjiev Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2005 1:05 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KX1 receive problems? I passed my 5WPM test on Saturday (yay!) so I'm trying to get my new-to-me KX1 (s/n 1049) on the air. I bought it from the original constructor, and I thought it had been used to make QSOs, but ... I found the ATU in 'cal' mode, which makes me suspicious (that took me a little while to figure out). I'm using a doublet made from 24g zip cord (it's what I had handy): 24 feet split and 40 feet non-split as feedline (based on an idea from Bob NW8L). The ATU will now tune it to 1.0; that's great. Unfortunately, I can't hear anything except band swish and the occasional motorboat. I can tune WWV dead on 10.000 but can only barely make out the rhythmic beat of the seconds as they go by - the voices are never intelligible, in fact, barely audible. (Hmm. Is that even right? This is in 'normal' CW mode, which I understand to have a built in receive offset?) I can't believe that the bands are as dead as I perceive them to be, so I'm going to go through the receiver alignment again. Any other suggestions of what to look for while I've got it open on the bench? I have a synthesized RF generator and will try using that. Would someone be so kind as to tell me what 'S9+20dB' is in units that my generator understands (uV), to adjust the S-meter? Thanks! 73 de chris K6DBG/AG ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Horizontal Loop Antenna
I've been thinking about what kind of antenna to put up. With my height and deed restrictions, I'm quite limited. I've thought about putting up a horizontal loop antenna. Basically I was planning to run some enameled magnet wire around the perimeter of the roof (I have no plans on running more than 10 watts). The wire would lay under the shingles so it can't be seen. The antenna will be 1 WL long on 80 meters. I'll run coax down to the K2 + ATU. This is similar to The Loop Skywire described in the November 1985 issue of QST. Anyone have experience (or see a problem) with this antenna? Thanks, Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Cuban Station on 40
He's on 7010.0. Sure wish my K2 was finished! Kevin N8IQ/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Kent Straight Key and Paddle
Keith, I hadn't received it yet so I fired off an e-mail. Here is the response: Thank you for your enquiry. We can confirm the card transaction for your order has been authorised. Your required KENT-II key is currently on back order with the suppplier. However, a delivery of this item is expected within the next couple of days. As soon as this is received, we will despatch your order and debit your card. Kind regards. I'm getting closer to finishing my K2. I think am going to order a cheapie straight key (along with some other items) from AES today just to have one in case it's delayed any further. Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Darwin, Keith Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2005 10:41 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Kent Straight Key and Paddle Kevin, any sign of the Kent-Two yet? When did you order? I ordered one as well and am hoping it will be here in time for SKN! - Keith - -Original Message- Kevin Shaw said: *snip* ... Kent makes a combo unit exclusively for a dealer in the UK ... *snip* ... I went ahead and ordered one. I'll post a quick note when I receive it. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K2 Headphone Recommendations
All, I need to order a set of headphones. They'll be used on my K2 for CW primarily. A set with a boom mic may be more useful long term. I did some searching and a ran across a review by someone with a K2 and he was negative on using 8 ohm headphones with his K2 (but he wasn't real specific on why). Specifications say 4 to 32 ohms is OK. Any recommendations? Thanks, Kevin N8IQ/4 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Kent Straight Key and Paddle - On the way!
Maybe this means that mine is about to ship :) Kevin N8IQ/4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Darwin, Keith Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2005 11:20 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Kent Straight Key and Paddle - On the way! Can you believe it? In the midst of asking about the Kent Two I get this mysterious e-mail message ... Yippie! - Keith - From: Simon Wilkinson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2005 11:10 AM Subject: kent two your order for kent two is ready to dispatch but we do not have your full postal address (zip code missing) please advise us of full address for immediate dispatch Many thanks Simon Wilkinson Waters and Stanton sales dept. Spa House 22 Main road Hockley Essex SS54QS Tel: 01702 206835 Fax:01702 205843 Web www.wsplc.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] Attaching sides to K2 RF board
Hi Jeff, I'm about 10 pages ahead of you in building my K2. Sounds like you have the 2-D fasteners in the wrong spot(s). If you have the side (left or right) laying on the table with the inside surface facing up and the two bare areas toward you, the 2-D fasteners attach to the holes at the top left (or right) corner and the right (or left) side. I hope this makes sense. If not, let me know and I'll send you a picture. Kevin N8IQ\4 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of jrb Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2005 8:08 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Attaching sides to K2 RF board Hello All and Merry Xmas Can't figure out where I went wrong here. Attached two 2-D fasteners to one bare area and one unbare area as per locations pictured on page 38. Yet when I went to attach the sides to the RF board, the only holes that fit are the bare ones, one of which I've attached a 2-D fastener to. Have I confused left with right sides and attached the fasteners to one of the bare areas in error? i.e. do the formerly masked areas go on the bottom, not the top? Sorry to be so dense, but the manual is really unclear here, unless the stippled areas in the figures are the bare areas. TIA Jeff KG6ZVT ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] Kent Straight Key and Paddle
I'm in the process of building my K2 and I started looking for a paddle/key to use for CW when I'm finished. I haven't used CW in over 20 years and I never was very proficient with a keyer. I saw a paddle and key combination in a ham dealer catalog but it was quite pricey. I liked the combo unit since I could practice my iambic paddle technique while actually being able to make QSO's with the key. During my search on the internet I found that Kent (which makes excellent paddles I'm told) makes a combo unit exclusively for a dealer in the UK called Waters Stanton. Both the paddle and the key mounted on a black base costs $98USD. I didn't think you could even get just a Kent paddle for that amount of money. Both the paddle and the key have ball bearing movements. Quantities are limited so I went ahead and ordered one. I'll post a quick note when I receive it. If anyone is interested, go to the Waters Stanton website (www.wsplc.com) and search for kent-two. 73s, Kevin N8IQ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] I'll be joining you soon!
Craig, What prompted you to get back into the fray? Well, a few months ago I received a QSL card from Canada in the mail by mistake. Looking at the card, I started thinking about the old days. I haven't been on the air since around 1981 or so. Then, a week or so ago, the subject of Heathkit (of all things) came up in a discussion with my wife. I can't remember what we were talking about. Anyway, I was curious to see if Heathkit was still in business (in some form) so I got on the internet and started searching. Heathkit is no more -- but I did find the Elecraft website during my search. I did some research and I was impressed with the reviews on the K2. QRP CW sounded interesting to me so I checked to make sure my license was still valid (yes!). Then I went online to join the ARRL again and to order the Operating Manual and The ARRL Handbook to bone up on what has changed in all these years. This afternoon I ordered the K2 with the auto tuner and RS232 interface. It should be here on Thursday. I still need to get some QSL cards made up and find a suitable power supply. Then I need to tackle the issue of an antenna. It needs to be something I can attach to the solar panels on the roof. I thought about attaching a dipole of some form to the pipes with cable ties. It should be almost invisible to the eye (deed restrictions :( ). Plus the fact that we have all woods out back makes it very unlikely anyone will see it. I just hope it works decently :) Kevin -Original Message- From: Craig D. Smith [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 11:22 PM To: 'Kevin Shaw' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] I'll be joining you soon! Kevin ... Glad to know that I'm not alone with this reentry into ham radio. The K2 looks like a great rig and I think we will both enjoy building and using them. I installed a stealth random wire antenna up on the ridgeline of my roof as others in the neighborhood were installing Xmas lights (think I got away with it). Seems to work OK on receive, and hopefully will be able to make some contacts with it. I used to be a CW contester at heart, so may get frustrated with the antenna situation here, but should be fun anyhow. They have QRP divisions, now they just need to have an indoor antenna division too ;) Also plan to install radials in the back yard (definitely invisible!) and make a tripod mounted vertical that I can put out on special occasions and/or after dark. The new automatic tuners should make this type of thing easier than it used to be. Plan to order my K2 with the auto tuner, noise blanker and 160 meter option and then get the DSP filter and perhaps SSB later in 2006. Look for me in Sweepstakes next November for sure! What prompted you to get back into the fray? Best Regards ... Craig Craig D. Smith PowerSmith Consulting 1009 Alder Way Longmont, CO 80503 phone: 303-678-7958 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] web: www.PowerSmithConsulting.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Shaw Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:52 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] I'll be joining you soon! After 18 years of inactivity and a lapsed license, I've joined the ranks of hamdom again. I too am in the process of getting back into ham radio after about 22 years. I plan on ordering a K2 in a few days and trying my hand at some CW. Hopefully I won't be too rusty :) I'm looking forward to a fun construction project, the challenge of working QRP CW with extreme antenna restrictions from my HOA I have the same problem here. We have solar panels on the roof for the swimming pool. I was thinking about attaching a dipole to the pipes that run along the roof. The pipes are long enough for a DX-CC dipole and should be almost invisible. It's less than optimal, but it's better than nothing. 73s Kevin Shaw N8IQ/4 Trinity, Florida -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig D. Smith Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 3:17 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] I'll be joining you soon! After 18 years of inactivity and a lapsed license, I've joined the ranks of hamdom again. Took elements 2, 3 and 4 on Saturday and now am waiting for my new (and much longer) call from the FCC. I started exploring what's new in amateur radio a couple months ago, and my most exciting discovery was Elecraft and the enthusiasm and support of this Email list. I like the product designs and the prospect of building and servicing my own equipment like we did back in the day. I wasn't sure if that was still a practical possibility, but with Elecraft it certainly is. Without Elecraft, I probably wouldn't have taken the plunge again. Just treated myself to a new Weller WESD51 soldering station with all the trimmings - decided that my 1966 soldering iron wasn't
RE: [Elecraft] I'll be joining you soon!
After 18 years of inactivity and a lapsed license, I've joined the ranks of hamdom again. I too am in the process of getting back into ham radio after about 22 years. I plan on ordering a K2 in a few days and trying my hand at some CW. Hopefully I won't be too rusty :) I'm looking forward to a fun construction project, the challenge of working QRP CW with extreme antenna restrictions from my HOA I have the same problem here. We have solar panels on the roof for the swimming pool. I was thinking about attaching a dipole to the pipes that run along the roof. The pipes are long enough for a DX-CC dipole and should be almost invisible. It's less than optimal, but it's better than nothing. 73s Kevin Shaw N8IQ/4 Trinity, Florida -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig D. Smith Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 3:17 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] I'll be joining you soon! After 18 years of inactivity and a lapsed license, I've joined the ranks of hamdom again. Took elements 2, 3 and 4 on Saturday and now am waiting for my new (and much longer) call from the FCC. I started exploring what's new in amateur radio a couple months ago, and my most exciting discovery was Elecraft and the enthusiasm and support of this Email list. I like the product designs and the prospect of building and servicing my own equipment like we did back in the day. I wasn't sure if that was still a practical possibility, but with Elecraft it certainly is. Without Elecraft, I probably wouldn't have taken the plunge again. Just treated myself to a new Weller WESD51 soldering station with all the trimmings - decided that my 1966 soldering iron wasn't going to be optimal anymore ;)By the way, for purchasing such things as soldering and rework equipment, hand tools for electronics, and all of the kit construction supplies you can imagine, I can highly recommend HMC Electronics in MA. www.hmcelectronics.com (www.hmcelectronics.com) Reasonable prices, great service and free shipping. I believe they still have a special 20% off sale on the major Weller stuff. The K-2 goes on order right after Xmas. I'm looking forward to a fun construction project, the challenge of working QRP CW with extreme antenna restrictions from my HOA, and eventually a KX-1 for those hiking trips next summer. See you soon . Craig Craig D. Smith Longmont, CO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
