Re: [Elecraft] A way to show both "SPLIT" and "NON-SPLIT" warnings

[Stephen Selberg]

My .02
I think it's a good idea if Elecraft is willing to invest the time. I know
plenty of good operators who take the time to set split only to
accidentally bump a button that throws everything out of wack during the
rush of "a new one". Then they continue to call thinking they're in split
because they took the time to set it and ignore all the ..- .--. 'S because
in their mind, they are in split. I think having it displayed on the P3 is
an excellent idea because that is were the attention is for a lot of folks.

Also there are hams with young children who like to run into the shack and
press buttons without the operators knowledge during a bathroom break etc.
this has never happened to me Hihi.

Ultimately, yes ppl should pay attention, but if the ability is there to
help them, why not have it.

Wayne, if you build it, they will come.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Wednesday, February 18, 2015, Dwayne Rohmer  wrote:

> Situation awareness is the perception of environmental elements with
> respect to time or space, the comprehension of their meaning, and the
> projection of their status after some variable has changed, such as time,
> or some other variable, such as a predetermined event. I guess we need more
> situational awareness. How we get there is up for debate. And we digress.
>
> When in SPLIT, the K3 already displays the Delta f LED, The SPLIT icon,
> and the TX arrow points to the B VFO. Configuring the DELTA-F LED to
> "FLASH" may, or may not, create more awareness, it just depends on the
> operator.
>
> I suggested CONFIG: DELTA-F LED (nor or FLASH) as a solution to those that
> need another "flag" to indicate SPLIT. If you don't want it, you wouldn't
> have to configure it.
>
> It should not be necessary to display a message that constitutes a warning
> in a normal operating mode. Having three indicators when split should be
> enough, but we know that the size of the K3 also dictates a small display.
> That display has a lot of information on it, sometimes you have to look
> closely to see what is really going on. Maybe the P3 or a computer screen
> has become a more popular thing to look at, especially with DX and
> contesting.
>
> Since the objective is to easily determine or verify the transmit
> frequency with SPLIT, RIT, and XIT ops, maybe a CONFIG option could enable
> the Transmit frequency (in this case, VFO B) to flash three times on key
> down, but only when operating SPLIT, RIT, and XIT.
>
> I propose CONFIG: Tx FREQ (nor or FLASH).
>
> The K3 will never fix an operator that doesn't know what split is, or when
> to use it. We also can't fix an operator that doesn't know how to use his
> radio. It may be helpful to have a larger indicator to help an experienced
> operator that is familiar with his radio to easily determine the frequency
> of the transmitter, and also to quickly recover from an unintended push of
> a button or other mistake.
>
> 73,
>
> Dwayne WV5I
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] OT: Emergency Comms.

[Stephen Selberg]

I know the sender requested that we respond directly, but I just wanted to
say, kudos for exposing the younger generation to our hobby. It's the only
way amateur  will continue to be around 100 years from now.  I'm just one
who believes in public recognition when well deserved.

73 Steve KS6PD

On Tuesday, July 29, 2014, David Ferrington, M0XDF 
wrote:

> Please forgive this off-topic post - I’m hoping some of your can provide
> some info.
> I’m about to take part in an International camp for Guides and Scouts in
> the UK, we will have 7000+ participants from all over the world. My bit is
> try to present emergency radio communications to groups that will visit our
> special event station (GB4WGS) throughout the week - by the end of 5 days,
> we should have been able to talk to all 7000!
>
> I and a number of other amateurs want to get across to these youngster
> that mobile phones etc. aren’t always the means of communicating and to
> explain how valuable amateur radio is when you need it.
>
> I’m looking for information about recent disasters attended and help my
> the amateur radio community.
>
> I thought there would be a lot of facts and photos for Haiti earthquake,
> Boxing Day Tsunami and hurricane Katrina etc. on the Internet, but don’t
> seem to be able to find much. Things like the number of operators who
> worked after the disasters, how long for etc.
>
> Anything you could send in the next couple of days would be of great help.
> Any personal stories you’re willing for me to share etc?
> If it involves a K3, even better.
>
> Please don’t clutter the reflector with lots of mail - send direct to me
> please. I’ll try to acknowledge everything, but if I get a lot (I hope I
> do), it may take a couple of weeks before I can get back to you all.
>
> TIA
>
> 73 de David, M0XDF (K3 #174, P3 #108)
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> mistake when you make it again. -Franklin P. Jones
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Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Firmware Revisions for MAC OS X

[Stephen Selberg]

I use VMware Fusion 6 and run windows 8 on my iMac and MacBook Pro with no
> issues. This setup works well running all of my window radio related
> programs including HRD 6.


VMware fusion 6 ran me something like $39 from the website. They offer a 30
day free trial. Windows 8 license ran me somewhere around $100.

73,

Steve KS6PD
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Re: [Elecraft] Digimodes, what am I missing?

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings to the group,

U agree...back when my son was young and just laid in his bassenett (=much
more radio time), I used to have rag chew qso's quite often on 30 and 40
meters using psk rtty & Olivia. They are a number of hams looking to rag
chew, so forget the macros and start typing away. If they respond macro
free, that's great, and if not, send your 73 and call cq again. You'd be
surprised at the amount of macro free qsos out there. Digi modes are nice
when I don't want to disturb the test of the household in the late evenings
as well.

Enjoy the digital!

73
Steve KS6PD

On Friday, March 21, 2014, Dave Barr  wrote:

> Denis, you may be missing the opportunity to start unique conversations
> with hams you run across in the digital sub-bands. The worst that can
> happen is that they will just give you a look at their macros.  The best is
> that they may start typing back.  There are a number of operators who chew
> the rag from time to time on 20 meter rtty,  and I'm sure it occurs
> sometimes on other modes and bands, except for the JT modes.
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 through TSA Security ?

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

I've taken my kx3 and accessories (mp 1 antenna, coax, radial wires, mfj
telescoping whip, signal link USB, various cables etc etc) as carry on in a
pelican case several times. As others have stated, TSA hasn't even blinked
an eye at me. They were more concerned with the medallion and chain that I
left around my neck.

Enjoy and safe travels.

73 Steve KS6PD

On Monday, March 10, 2014, Phil Hystad  wrote:

> Has anyone taken a KX3 through TSA security with carry-on luggage?  Are
> there any issues?  Domestic flight only in this case (WA <--> AZ).
>
> Thanks,
>
> 73, phil, K7PEH
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[Elecraft] Why I love my kx3...

[Stephen Selberg]

So I'm working the contest and my power went out due to high winds
approximately 30 minutes ago. No sweat. I opened up my go kit, pulled the
kx3 and external 6 amp hr battery out, connected the antenna, and I'm back
on the air. Just worked a JA station phone with 5 watts from 6 land. I love
my kx3. What's even better, all the stuff in the neighborhood that causes
me s5 noise is now gone and the noise is s1. Maybe I need to induce a power
outage during the next major contest hihi.

73 Steve KS6PD
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Re: [Elecraft] Antenna question

[Stephen Selberg]

I'm not by any means an antenna expert. All I can say is with ft5zm, they
were much stronger on the vertical than my dipole on 20 meters. Some how
some way, I was able to work them on 40 cw with the hustler vertical.

The conclusion I've come to is there's times where my dipole works better
for DX and there's times the vertical works better. Guess that's why I
still have them both up. But that's what makes Amateur Radio so fun, seeing
what works and what doesn't, and how one might be great one day, but not so
good the next. I love radio...

Enjoy experimenting...

73 Steve KS6PD

Sent from my iPhone. Forgive the typos.


On Thursday, February 13, 2014, Dale Putnam  wrote:

> My modeling experience pretty much says the same... for higher angle
> arrivals... the dipoles under 1/2 or more, will be better... especially
> when placed within one hop of the ocean. (East or West.)..  HOWEVER...
> taking one hop off... (that's the same almost) as gaining 2 - 3 S unites...
> is better.. and taking one hop off with a dipole... at less thanoptimum
> height is nigh on impossible. With an optimum vertical.. or LOW angle
> antenna...it IS possible.  This is all derived with modeling.. AND
> Since I don't believe computers have ever actually DONE IT... I kinda like
> to prove it empirically.  And I have... the last time was with FT5ZM...
> with a very LOW angle antenna... they were attained on4 bands the
> dipole didn't work.  The dipole at near optimum height was 3 S units lower
> in rx... on a calibratedS meter THAT particular day and it was 1 -
> 3 S units less for over a week that I listened... HOWEVER.. there werea few
> times.. especially when the band was ful
>  l of QSB..shifting and changing... that the dipole did hear better... and
> significantly... for short periods of time.   I, being one, and only me...
> prefer to hear for a much longer period of time... more reliably... rather
> than count on a few short bursts of signal, ... every cycle of the band
> (about 2 times a day )  I can't count on being at the radio at the
> optimum time... but I can count on being at the radio when I want to!
> Have a great day,
>
>
> --...   ...--
> Dale - WC7S in Wy
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Percentage of KX3 owners who bought a KXPA100

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

I'm sure a number of people are in the same boat as me. I plan on getting
one but am holding off for now for a few reasons. 1) finances 2) letting
the bulk of the bugs get worked out 3) waiting to hear feedback from others
4) did I mention finances...boy diapers are expensive 5) didn't order one
initially due to the delay of order fulfillment  6) as you mentioned the 2
meter module, cant decide if I want that or the amp first 7) the xyl
factor... God forbid I buy more radio gear before buying her the extremely
overpriced purse that she wants...8) something at home always needs to be
repaired/replaced taking from the radio fund...

I'm sure the ratio will move up as time goes on.

Good luck with your surgery Jim. I wish you a speedy recovery.

73 Steve KS6PD



On Wednesday, February 12, 2014, Jim Lowman  wrote:

> A while ago, someone postulated about the percentage of KX3 owners who
> might also buy a KXPA100 amp.
> At the time, I though that it sounded a bit high.
>
> Today I read that KXPA100 #605 had been received, as has KX3 #5485.
> My math shows that only 11% of KX3 owners are also owners of the KXPA100.
>
> I don't expect this percentage to change much with time, now that (I
> believe) Elecraft has caught up with all of the pre-orders on the KXPA100
> and, certainly, the KX3.
> I also believe that almost everyone who was on the proverbial fence about
> either, has jumped in and ordered at this point.
>
> It will be interesting to see what the trend is on the 2m module.
> I'm hoping that the "big announcement" will be made soon, and the gate
> opened for pre-orders on the 2m module; at least, before I go in the
> hospital for surgery on the 24th.
>
> 72/73 de Jim - AD6CW
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Re: [Elecraft] A confession

[Stephen Selberg]

Gary,

I wish I had the money to have your problem of having a K3 sitting in a box
and what to do with it :-)


Like someone else mentioned, I'll be happy to take it off your hands and
test it out for you to make sure Elecraft sent it back in tip top shape.
Hihi

73,

Steve KS6PD


On Sunday, February 9, 2014, Bill W2BLC  wrote:

> I have been an op for well over 50 years and have used most everything out
> there at one time or another. What you are currently using boils down to
> only a few topics:
>
> 1. Does it perform as  you desire (do the job for you)?
> 2. Does its operation (complex or simple) please you?
> 3. Specific to you - does the rig offer a reasonable cost to performance
> ratio?
>
> Rig choice is personal to each of us and certainly should not be based
> solely upon the remarks/advice of others.
>
> Bill W2BLC K-Line (??)
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Re: [Elecraft] # 5607 first contact QRP!

[Stephen Selberg]

Bill,

I had kind of dropped out of radio until someone showed me qrp psk31.
Really regained my interest and brought me back into the hobby...

Since then I picked up a KX3 along with a number of other toys. After
reading some of the other replies on the thread, all I can say is I've
had a blast working qrp with the kx3 on not only CW and digital, but ssb as
well using some real "garbage" compromise antennas. Most of the fun for me
is to see who I can work qrp with such horrible antennas. Don't get me
wrong, I'd love to have a beam to help me out. But for now I'll enjoy
experimenting with different types of antennas while portable.

Anyways, congrats to the owner of kx3 #5607 and ur first qrp contact.

73,

Steve KS6PD



On Thursday, February 6, 2014, Bill Frantz  wrote:

> I actually came to enjoy non-line-of-sight ham radio through QRP
> operations. I had an Icom 706 MKIIg with dipoles for 40M and 80M, but made
> very few QSOs. I then went to the West Valley Amateur Radio Association's
> field day operation on Mora hill, which was QRP/battery. I was introduced
> to digital operation, specifically PSK31 and a whole new world opened up to
> me. I had fun actually operating the radio for the first time!
>
> So I went back home, got a SignaLink USB, downloaded cocoaModem and
> started running PSK on the Icom. For the first time I was communicating
> with people who weren't already my friends using modes other than repeaters
> and simplex in the wilderness. And I could make QSOs at the lowest power
> the Icom offered.
>
> I would like to find ways to attract the many hams whose operation is
> limited to line-of-sight to some of the other options ham radio offers. I
> have one idea, but it's for a following email.
>
> Cheers - Bill, AE6JV
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Re: [Elecraft] The Technician Ten Radio

[Stephen Selberg]

Bill,

I like the idea...but... Always the but... :)

I think the best thing to do, is to really encourage technician licensees
to come out to field day and get a feel of the action. I started off as a
tech at age 13 and happily enjoyed my 50 mhz + privileges. That was until
my first field day with West Valley on Loma Prieta at Charlie's property.
The only thing I could talk about after was how I needed to learn CW to get
my General ticket to work HF. Boy that was a long time ago. When did Cw go
away again? I'm so old hihi. But my point is if we encourage the Technician
hams to come out to field day and see how fun HF can be, and then Elmer
them and help them pass their general class test, the world will be open to
them. And then we can strongly urge them to drink the Elecraft kool-aid
(Wayne can I get a referral discount off a KPA500?). I guess what I'm
saying is why have a radio that will keep them where they're at and cap
their knowledge when it would be better to show them and foster their
learning to improve themselves and gain more knowledge of this wonderful
hobby.


73,

Steve KS6PD


On Thursday, February 6, 2014, Merv Schweigert  wrote:

> No Tom,  I do not as that does not interest me in the slightest,  But I
> have
> seen over the years numerous articles on using CB radios on 10 meters,
> at one time there was a big push and a lot of mods published for them.
> I assume a search of the internet may bring up some of that info.
> It may have been in the old 73 magazines or even CQ.
>
> I dont mean mods for the "free banders" either,  these were mods to use the
> radios on 10 meters by licensed hams.
>
>> On Thu, 06 Feb 2014 14:44:40 -1000
>> Merv Schweigert  wrote:
>>
>>  Its what they sell and call a CB radio.Buy one for a couple bucks,
>>> a few
>>> modifications and bingo your set.   Quits working toss it in the trash.
>>> And if you dont do mods you dont even need a license..
>>>
>>> Merv K9FD/KH6
>>>
>>>  Do you have any links to what the mods are?
>>
>> 73 Tom  kg7cfc
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] Would anyone like to see an all-mode VHF/UHF offering from Elecraft?

[Stephen Selberg]

I would love an option that had 144/222/70cm/and 1.2 in a box. I've been
thinking about getting a ts-2000x, but I don't need all the HF stuff. If
Elecraft came out with such a product, I know many hams in my social group
who would get one.

Wayne & Eric, please let this idea become reality!

73 Steve KS6PD

On Saturday, February 1, 2014, Amateur Radio Operator N5GE 
wrote:

> Take a look at the  K144XV-K Internal 2 M 10w Module Kit  for the K3.
>
> It works great!
>
> Amateure Radio Operator N5GE
>
>
>
> On Sat, 01 Feb 2014 17:08:58 -0500, you wrote:
>
> >
> >A rig would be good but whats more my interest I would really like to
> >see Elecraft  make a matching amplifier for VHF/UHF to go with the
> >transverters and K3 with the 2m added.
> >
> >David Moes
> >VE3DVY
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 vs KX3

[Stephen Selberg]

Another nice thing about the kx3...

I have mine sitting in my "go kit" which is a pelican case with kx3 and
accessories. It's nice to just grab it and throw it in the car and go to
wherever I may be headed. If I'm going backpacking I just put the kx3 and
needed gear in my pack and go.

The advantage here is that I don't have to disconnect all of the cables
from the rig in the shack to go anywhere nor do I have reconnect them once
I get home. Not to mention, wherever I go, the KX3 always gets that "wow"
factor from hams and non-hams alike when they see it.

Two co-workers went out and got their ticket after I showed them the KX3
and how sweet it can be on camping trips.

Like others have said, it's nice having such a phenomenal radio in such a
small package to take anywhere.


73,

Steve KS6PD
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Re: [Elecraft] OT - LoTW Verifications

[Stephen Selberg]

My Lotw QSLs took over a week with w1aw/4 and 5 days for w1aw/7. So I don't
think they're in any rush. Still waiting for my /3 and /0 QSLs.

73 Steve KS6PD

On Friday, January 17, 2014, Jim Bennett wrote:

> Has anyone worked AND gotten LoTW confirmations from QSOs with W1AW/0
> (Nebraska) or W1AW/3 (Delaware)?
>
> I worked W1AW/7 (Utah) and W1AW/4 (NC) - both confirmed in a couple days
> on LoTW. But nothing heard online from the NE and DE stations' QSO's with
> me on 80 CW. Just curious... (and nervous!)
>
> Jim / W6JHB
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Re: [Elecraft] KAT500, KPA500, KAT3 - tests done

[Stephen Selberg]

Probably. But customer service goes a long way in my book. Good thing
Elecraft has great performing products and awesome customer service.

May I have another glass please??

On Saturday, January 11, 2014, XE3/K5ENS wrote:

> "It's for this reason alone, *regardless of performance*, that as the
> financial picture
> dictates, I will switch all my HF gear out to Elecraft."
>
> You really are drinking to much Kool-Aid!
>
>
> Keith
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KAT500, KPA500, KAT3 - tests done

[Stephen Selberg]

Although I don't have a KPA500 (still dreaming as I have to buy diapers), I
feel for those experiencing the problem.

With that said, it just goes to show Elecraft's dedication to it's
customers to try and solve whatever might be causing the issue. I don't
know of any other product line, regardless of the market, ham, computer,
guns, cars, mountain bikes, etc, where the company not only listens to and
interacts with the customer, but takes the issues seriously and tries to
solve them. It's good to know that Elecraft doesn't just see us as serial
numbers and profit. Well done Wayne, Eric, and the Elecraft staff. It's for
this reason alone, regardless of performance, that as the financial picture
dictates, I will switch all my HF gear out to Elecraft. For now, I'll enjoy
my KX3 as much as I can in and out of the shack.

For those of you who look at my QRZ.com page, you'll notice I'm a huge
baseball fan. My goal this year, is to operate portable from my seat at the
ballpark with the KX3.

I wouldn't be able to combine my two favorite hobbies if wasn't for
Elecraft.

73,

Steve KS6PD


On Friday, January 10, 2014, AG0N-3055 wrote:

> On Fri, 10 Jan 2014 10:33:35 -0700, Gary McDuffie 
> 
> >
> wrote:
>
> On Fri, 10 Jan 2014 07:09:42 -0500, Bill W2BLC wrote:
>
> > I have talked to a couple of local hams with K-Lines about the problem.
> > They have experienced the same KAT500 retuning problem, but wrote it off
> > as the tuner being overly sensitive to "stray RF." This make me curious
> > as to how widespread this problem actually is and how many users just
> > accept the problem?
>
> What firmware are you using?  I JUST got my KAT and installed it
> yesterday morning.  Mine is V1.41.  I have used it some on a couple of
> bands and it has not shown any of these characteristics.  However, since
> it is a mere babe and has little experience, I will be very watchful of
> the details of operation.  This thing is SOO much better than
> Mississippi's Finest!  So far, I love it.
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Wounded Warrior Ham

[Stephen Selberg]

Guess I should have included "Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse errors and
typos." Guess that's what I get for not proof reading...

73,

Steve


On Wednesday, January 8, 2014, Stephen Selberg wrote:

> Greetings,
>
> I guess this question is more gear towards Don, but I was curious was the
> outcome of the wounded warrior ham was? Was he able to get on the air? And
> if so, is it possible to get his call? I'd love to work him one day!
>
> 73,
>
> Steve KS6PD
>
> KX3 #3604
>
> USMC 1998-2004
> Semper Fidelis
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[Elecraft] Wounded Warrior Ham

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

I guess this question is more gear towards Don, but I was curious was the
outcome of the wounded warrior ham was? Was he able to get on the air? And
if so, is it possible to get his call? I'd love to work him one day!

73,

Steve KS6PD

KX3 #3604

USMC 1998-2004
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Re: [Elecraft] OT: QRZ.com XML service

[Stephen Selberg]

Thanks to all for the offline response. Looks like it was an issue
affecting a few of us here in the San Jose, Ca area. All is working
correctly now.

73 Steve KS6PD

On Saturday, January 4, 2014, Roger de Valle wrote:

> Steve
>
> I will reply off list as this is pretty of topic. There has been no issues
> with QRZ.com here, I can view the raw XML in the application I use for
> lookups and all looked very normal.
>
> Regards.
>
> Roger VK3ADE
>
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net ] On Behalf Of
> Stephen Selberg
> Sent: Sunday, 5 January 2014 11:44
> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
> Subject: [Elecraft] OT: QRZ.com XML service
>
> Off topic, but fig'd I'd probably get a quick response here.
>
> Been using the QRZ.com XML with HRD for over a year now without any
> problems. However today, during the rtty contest, hrd wasn't populating the
> fields for the other station using XML. Tried everything I could think of
> and still wouldn't work. Jumped on the iPhone and issues as well. Turned
> wifi off on the phone, and presto, it worked going through the cell
> Internet. This leads me to believe the problem is with my router or xfinity
> (my Internet provider).  Tried resetting the router and all that. Even
> turned the firewall off with no luck.
>
> My question is, is anyone having the same problem today? Like I said, it's
> been flawless for over a year.
>
> Thanks and 73,
>
> Steve KS6PD
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[Elecraft] OT: QRZ.com XML service

[Stephen Selberg]

Off topic, but fig'd I'd probably get a quick response here.

Been using the QRZ.com XML with HRD for over a year now without any
problems. However today, during the rtty contest, hrd wasn't populating the
fields for the other station using XML. Tried everything I could think of
and still wouldn't work. Jumped on the iPhone and issues as well. Turned
wifi off on the phone, and presto, it worked going through the cell
Internet. This leads me to believe the problem is with my router or xfinity
(my Internet provider).  Tried resetting the router and all that. Even
turned the firewall off with no luck.

My question is, is anyone having the same problem today? Like I said, it's
been flawless for over a year.

Thanks and 73,

Steve KS6PD
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[Elecraft] Dear Santa...

[Stephen Selberg]

Dear Santa,

Please bring me a KPA500 for Christmas! Thanks...

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to everyone on the list!

73,

Steve KS6PD
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Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Interested in seeing operational KX3 - San Diego

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

Please let the record note, I would sell all of my other radios and gear
before I ever let go of my kx3 and accessories go.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Thursday, October 31, 2013, Fred Smith wrote:

> The numbers tell the real story about it they do not lie it is the #1 QRP
> radio in the world without lugging around a computer with you and IMHO does
> better than those. It shows in the tests also no wonder it has became de
> facto standard for QRP radios around the world.
>
> For an SDR it and the K3 set the mark for DX'ers and users wanting the best
> and updated firmware radios made. No one supports or keeps the improvements
> coming like Elecraft from listening to their customers. Off soapbox and
> back
> to chasing DX on SSB with all my Elecraft radios. Must say I have been
> logging more QRP DXCC contacts this year after I got my first KX3 8>).
>
>
> 73,
> Fred/N0AZZ
> K3 Ser # 6730--KX3 # 5210--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100
> P3/SVGA--KAT500--W2
> Amps Elecraft KPA500 HF/6m--Alpha 9500 HF--Mirage B-5030-G 300+w--(2)
> B-5016-G's 165w 2m
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net ] On Behalf Of
> John Harper
> Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2013 8:52 PM
> To: Elecraft
> Subject: [Elecraft] [KX3] Interested in seeing operational KX3 - San Diego
>
> That's the process that led to my purchase of a K3!
>
> John Harper
> http://www.ae5x.com/blog
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>
>
> >I'm interested in purchasing a KX3 from Elecraft but would love to see one
> and talk to owner before purchasing.
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Re: [Elecraft] Completely OT (On Target)

[Stephen Selberg]

Lynn,

You haven't seen my KX3 thoughjust saying..

:)

73,
Steve KS6PD





On Tuesday, September 17, 2013, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT wrote:

> We can't have a post without controversy can we?
>
> My KX3 is cooler.
>
> On 9/17/2013 8:05 AM, KQ8M wrote:
>
>> I love my K3!
>>
>>
>> That's all.
>>
>>
>> Back to your regularly scheduled email.
>>
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> Tim Herrick, KQ8M
>>
>> Charter Member North Coast Contesters
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 & Ham Radio Deluxe

[Stephen Selberg]

I'm running hrd v6.1. If there's any one in the San Jose Ca area with a K3
I can plug the laptop into, maybe we can get an answer for you. What
buttons specifically are not working?

73,

Steve KS6PD

Kx3 #3604

On Sunday, September 1, 2013, Bill wrote:

> I use HRD about 95% of the time - an older free version. I have noticed
> that some of the buttons do not work correctly - in particular - they do
> not change color when pushed.
>
> I asked the current HRD folks if the problem had been corrected with the
> 6.xxx commercial version of HRD and was told they were "very busy with
> product development." I then asked on the HRD reflector and was told by a
> couple of other users that the problem has not been corrected.
>
> If you find a means to correct the issue, I'd sure like to hear about it.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Bill W2BLC
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 and whats next from Elecraft

[Stephen Selberg]

I realize it'll never happen because of the $32 cheapies on the market. I
was more dreaming about something I know wouldn't happen. To answer another
question someone asked, I'd probably pay $400-$500 for an Elecraft HT that
I know would be much higher in quality and workmanship, have great support
and customer service, and yes, a manual I could read. I'm sure there are
plenty of US hams who would pay more money for a quality made in the USA
HT.  My earlier statement was rhetorical with distant hopes of
possibility.

But for now I'll keep saving up my funds for a  kpa500 to compliment the
shack. I officially drank the kool-aid when I purchased my kx3 and hope to
replace everything in the shack with elecraft gear. Is there less expensive
equipment on the market? Yes, will it come with the support that Elecraft
provides? Probably not. I'm planning on getting the KAT500 this week. Could
I get the LDG at600 and save myself $300? I could...but I'd rather spend
the extra money for something I know will work and come with outstanding
support from not only the company, but a fine group of users as well.

To the original poster of this thread, IMHO, I say get the K3 and not worry
about a K4. I know I am just as soon as I get more funds as I hate using
credit cards. I know I won't have to replace the rig in 2 years as Elecraft
works very hard to fix whatever bugs the radio might have. I don't see that
support from the yaekencom people.  I like my 590, but there's some known
issues with it. Over the last 3 years, kenwood has not done much in my
opinion to fix them. Instead, I think they put all their time into the 990.
Based on my experience from this reflector, if someone has an issue or bug,
the Elecraft team immediately tries to duplicate and then fix that bug. If
only more companies operated like that. And that's why I'd pay extra for an
elecraft HT (I know, it won't happen). As was already mentioned, if a k4 or
whatever did come out, it'd probably have a different purpose or use than
the K3. So go for it! And get me one too! Hihi I can dream right?


73,

KS6PD

Sent from my iPhone. Forgive the grammar and typos

On Monday, August 19, 2013, Ray Sills wrote:

> HI Steve:
>
> Perhaps.  I have a feeling, however, that an HT would not be something
> that Elecraft would offer.  There simply are too many competitor products
> out there that do the job.  For example... the $32 Baofeng UV-5R, not to
> mention all the HTs made by Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood, and Alinco.  The market
> is saturated with HTs.
>
> As nice as it would be to have the Elecraft brand on the front of an HT,
> ... I don't see it happening.  Elecraft has made it's mark by offering gear
> that -no one- is making.  And, making the best performing unit they can.
>  Consider the line: K2, K1, KX1, K3, KX3.  Does -any- other company offer a
> truly competitive (for features) unit?
>
> This is not to say that something might happen way down the road, maybe a
> digital voice HT, whenever a true DV standard is reached.
> But, for now, I really do not believe Elecraft would consider marketing an
> HT.
>
> 73 de Ray
> K2ULR
> KX3 #211
>
>
> On Aug 19, 2013, at 11:50 AM, Stephen Selberg wrote:
>
>  Giving the high quality of Elecraft products, and the phenomenal customer
>> service, not to mention the made in the USA stamp, I think an Elecraft
>> 2m/440 HT would be a huge success. I know I would be one of those people
>> camping out in front of the store for a week just be first in line to buy
>> one. Hopefully the Elecraft gods are listening.
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> Steve KS6PD
>>
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Re: [Elecraft] K3 and whats next from Elecraft

[Stephen Selberg]

Giving the high quality of Elecraft products, and the phenomenal customer
service, not to mention the made in the USA stamp, I think an Elecraft
2m/440 HT would be a huge success. I know I would be one of those people
camping out in front of the store for a week just be first in line to buy
one. Hopefully the Elecraft gods are listening.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Monday, August 19, 2013, Richard Fjeld wrote:

> "I hope the idea of replacement through new modules is followed.  That is
> where a radio built with daughter boards on a master mother board is more
> amenable to hardware upgrades.  The tradeoff is reliability issues with
> daughter board connectors (over time)."
>
> I agree with your statement above.  The Heathkit HW/SB-104 was this way, in
> that it had a backplane that the boards plugged into.  I have had
> Ten-Tecradios that were on this order also.  No sense replacing the
> whole radio
> when a circuit board can be replaced instead.  I realize Elecraft radios
> are more complex, but I like to see the use of daughter boards for certain
> things.  I'd rather send back a circuit board for repair or upgrade than
> the whole radio.
>
> Dick, n0ce
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 19, 2013 at 2:27 AM, Edward R Cole 
> >
> wrote:
>
> > Pretty well covered by others.
> >
> > One more fact to consider is the K3 is a SDR which means the firmware can
> > continually be improved or embellished, thus keeping the radio from
> > obsolescence.  The promise of SDR is that it can continually re-invent
> > itself with new sw (firmware).  With ten years under its belt a lot of
> > ideas have already been incorporated.  Recent improvement in AGC is an
> > example of continual product improvement.  Elecraft is the only
> > organization I see this coming with any regularity.  The typical mfr
> rolls
> > out a whole new piece of hardware requiring you to dispose of the old
> radio
> > and spending a lot of money on the "new stuff".  Have you noticed that
> > Elecraft new firmware is free!
> >
> > In time the hardware is replaceable with new technology, so eventually
> > there will be better components for building SDR's and that might lead
> to a
> > successor to the K3.  In a manner of speaking the KX3 is that.
> >
> > I hope the idea of replacement through new modules is followed.  That is
> > where a radio built with daughter boards on a master mother board is more
> > amenable to hardware upgrades.  The tradeoff is reliability issues with
> > daughter board connectors (over time).
> >
> > Those of us that like to experiment with new stuff like the modular
> > approach.  Think of new firmware as new modules!
> >
> > 73, Ed - KL7UW
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[Elecraft] OT mfj 1786 loop antenna

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

In my quest to find a low profile antenna, I've looked at a lot of
possibilities. I was curious if anyone has and experience with the MFJ 1786
loop antenna. It looks like it has decent reviews on eham. I can deal with
tuning it whenever I move the dial. I realize it's only rated to 150 so an
amp is out of the question. My other option is going with the zero five
flag pole which was mentioned in a previous thread. It looks like there's
been great success with the AlexLoop. So I'm assuming the mfj loop would
work well. But you know what they say about when one ASsumes hihi.


Thanks and 73,

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Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Hearing aids, meet K3

[Stephen Selberg]

I must say, I'm glad this thread is out there.  I'm in my mid 30's, and as
prior military and current law enforcement (thus the call) I have had my
fair share of "bangs" next to my ears. The xyl is already complaining about
my hearing, and I have to admit, my hearing isn't  what it once was. I'm so
happy the USMC gave us hearing protection hihi. I really haven't thought
much about hearing aids but know I'm destined for them. I didn't realize
until this thread that hearing aids were that advanced. One of my concerns
was if I would be able to hear the radio in my retirement years. The
reality is I may need hearing aids before retirement years. But I feel
better about it now. I'm sure what ever aids I end up wearing will work
perfectly with my future K5 or whatever K# we're at.


Maybe by then the technology will be so advanced that the K line will sense
what we're thinking via ESP ( hint hint Wayne hihi) and convert it to CW
and vice versa.

But Gents, on a serious note, keep us younger hams informed on how hearing
aids work, or anything else for that matter, because one day we'll be there
as well, and at that point all we can do is pass down the knowledge we have
to the next generation and keep the spirit of Amateur Radio alive.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Wednesday, August 7, 2013, Al Lorona wrote:

> Nope, sorry it was me that wasn't clear. I did indeed mean audio bandwidth.
>
> Look at any AM station with your P3 -- it will be easy to measure the
> bandwidth. I rarely if ever see anything less than 7 kHz (14 kHz total BW)
> for an HD station, higher for all-analog stations.
>
> Al  W6LX
>
>
>
>
>
> >
> > From: Ron D'Eau Claire >
> >To: 'Al Lorona' >;
> elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
> >Sent: Wednesday, August 7, 2013 8:07 PM
> >Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Hearing aids, meet K3
> >
> >
> >Right Al, it takes 10 kHz of RF bandwidth with A.M. to produce 5 kHz of
> >audio bandwidth after demodulation.
> >
> >I thought my comment was clear in context. The thread was about the
> >desired/necessary audio bandwidth. My apologies for the confusion. I
> should
> >have said "audio bandwidth".
> >
> >73, Ron AC7AC
> >
> >-Original Message-
> >From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> >[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net ] On Behalf Of Al
> Lorona
> >Sent: Wednesday, August 07, 2013 5:48 PM
> >To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
> >Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Hearing aids, meet K3
> >
> >That is the common misconception. Actually most AM stations go out to at
> >least 10 and often 12 kHz (look on your P3). The exceptions are the
> stations
> >transmitting an HD signal -- they are necessarily band-limited to 7 kHz. I
> >boycott HD stations for that reason. I can tell the difference on a good
> >wideband receiver.
> >
> >I know this because I went through it in the pre-HD days with my senior
> >advisor who had the common misconception. Even after I proved him wrong
> (by
> >actually telephoning the chief engineers of KFI and KNX) he still gave me
> a
> >'D' on my senior project. Sour grapes.
> >
> >Al  W6LX
> >
> >
> >A recent report in "Radio World" notes that most analog A.M. broadcast
> >>receivers today have a bandwidth of less than 5 kHz.
> >>
> >>
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Re: [Elecraft] KAT-500 and 30' Flag Pole Antenna Users?

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

I actually have one of those mighty fine junk 17 foot telescoping whips as
one of my few traveling antennas for the kx3. I think this weekend ill set
it up where the flag pole would go and give it a ride! I'll fire up the 590
(one day to be replaced by a K3) and see what happens. Don't know why I
didn't think of that before (duh) other than lack of sleep, kids, work,
soccer tournaments, theme parks etc. I'm sure some know what I'm talking
about.

I'll post my results to the thread if anyone cares to hear my findings.
Sorry Elecraft if we've gone too far OT with this. Just to keep it Elecraft
related, Tom at zero five antennas said the KAT500 would suit the antenna
just fine.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Wednesday, August 7, 2013, Dr. William J. Schmidt, II wrote:

> Why don't you try it first with a piece of wire where the vertical would
> be.  You can run it up the center of plastic conduit or support it with a
> horizontal rope.  Pretty cheap way to test things out.
>
>
> Dr. William J. Schmidt - K9HZ / J68HZ/ 8P6HK/ ZF2HZ/ PJ4HZ
>
> Owner - Operator
> Big Signal Ranch
> Staunton, Illinois
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> email:  b...@wjschmidt.com 
>
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:
> elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of ke6...@gmail.com
> Sent: Wednesday, August 07, 2013 1:10 PM
> Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT-500 and 30' Flag Pole Antenna Users?
>
> Greetings,
>
>
>
> I was thinking of picking up one of these antennas as well. The only
> problem is my shack is approximately 10 feet from the only place where I
> could put a flag pole antenna. If I’m running barefoot, will this antenna
> be too close to the shack and start causing me problems? I lack much
> knowledge in the area of antennas and antenna theory. Any insight would be
> appreciated.
>
>
>
> 73,
>
>
>
> Steve KS6PD
>
>
>
>
>
>
> From: Mark Bayern
> Sent: July 29, 2013 2:21 PM
> To: Edward R Cole
> CC: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT-500 and 30' Flag Pole Antenna Users?
>
>
> > One can use RG-8 coax with shield and outside covering removed (just
> using
> > the center wire and internal insulation to connect a tuner to vertical
> > antenna.
>
> ... but once you remove the shield, you no longer have a coaxial
> cable, you have an insulated piece of wire. A wire is appropriate for
> the short run involved in tuning an inductor.
>
> Come to think about it, at 600 meters, most any jumper could be
> considered electrically short. hi hi
>
> Mark  AD5SS
>
>
>
> On Mon, Jul 29, 2013 at 4:01 PM, Edward R Cole 
> wrote:
> > Kind of OT, but:
> >
> > One can use RG-8 coax with shield and outside covering removed (just
> using
> > the center wire and internal insulation to connect a tuner to vertical
> > antenna.
> >
> > I use such as my HV jumper from the base coil of my 500-KHz inverted-L to
> > the "top" of the coil (10-inch diameter 11-inch long wound with solid
> 12ga.
> > copper wire):
> > http://www.kl7uw.com/Coil005_1.jpg
> >
> > I don't use a tuner at the base coil, at present.  I tap the "bottom" of
> the
> > coil 2-1/2 turns up and connect that to my RG-213 cable.  The bottom of
> the
> > coil is tied to a ground post and four very wide but short radials (1/4
> WL =
> > 930-feet so both antenna and radials are "short - very short").  The
> > vertical section consists of three parallel wires 43-foot high, spaced a
> > foot apart, and the top hat is two parallel wires 122 foot long spaced
> > 2-feet.  Z = 0.81 - j681.5.  Efficiency is 0.8 %.  100w RF output
> results in
> > ERP = 4.15w.
> >
> > Some day I will attempt use of the antenna on 80 & 160m.
> >
> > Oh the radials are novel:  50 to 70-foot long 2-foot wide chicken wire
> > fencing laid on top of the lawn.
> > for more info on what we are doing on the 630m band:
> > http://www.kl7uw.com/600m.htm
> >
> > 73, Ed - KL7UW
> > http://www.kl7uw.com
> > dubus...@gmail.com
> > "Kits made by KL7UW"
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and JT65 (aka digital modes) ALC "problem"

[Stephen Selberg]

Hi Stephen,

I used my kx3 for jt65 once when I first got it to see how it would work. I
can't recall what the ALC looked like tho. I bought a special signalink USB
and the jumper board to store in my kx3 go case so i wouldn't have to
disconnect all the cabling in the shack with the main signalink. As time
permits today, I'll  pull everything out and set it up and let u know how
it looks on my end.

As far as the data A, I believe from what I read in the manual that it
turns off all tx/RX equalization as well as compression. I also recall
reading somewhere with the signalink USB, if the jumper board is not
installed, the mic bias menu setting should be set to off. If u have the
pre made jumper board installed mic bias can be left to on. Since u have
yours connected to the computer, I'm not sure how that setting will affect
operations.

Sorry for all the typos and poor syntax. Writing all this while my
14-month-old is running circles around me getting into everything hihi

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Friday, July 19, 2013, Stephen M. Shearer wrote:

> I am not new to JT65.
> I have an ALC “issue” in that I have no ALC, but I can change the computer
> drive and watch the RF power change from zero to 3 watts (power setting –
> but not over 3w) AND I am making contacts (and with similar signal strength
> both paths)…
> I am working Europe and I am heard in eastern Europe (5300 mi) via
> “reporter” – SO, it “is” working.
> BTW, I have tried different mike settings all the way to full drive.
> I am connected direct from the PC to the KX3 via the optional cable set.
> I also took the time to flatten the RX and TX EQ settings.
> Didn’t help the ALC “issue” but the flatter RX can be seen by the JT65
> waterfall – as it is flatter as expected
>
> I “guess” if it works, don’t fix it…
> I will try RTTY or PSK, too and see what it does to ALC.
> What do others see who are running JT65 on your KX3?
> Does JT65 have a “voice” that the DSP/ALC doesn’t “see”?
>
> After I wrote the above and posted to the KX3 group, (with no reply)...
> Today I tried PSK using WinWarbler and found:
> Same problem, until - for some reason -  I lowered the mike drive
> (earphone output) from 60 to 6 and ALC appeared!
> I guess I didn't change the computer drive enough.
> It appears that ALC goes to zero when over driven?  Feature or problem?
> Things still "seem" to work as I made a 20M 4W PSK31 QSO (poor copy on
> other end - running 20W).
> And a couple of JT65 contacts...
>
> Question, does DATA mode use the TX/RX EQ?   It would be nice to leave the
> EQ's set for SSB and have things flat for digital modes.
> I guess I need to do some more reading.
>
> 73, Steve WB3LGC
>
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Re: [Elecraft] 20 and 17 rcv low

[Stephen Selberg]

What kind of antenna(s) are you using? Different antennas for different
bands? Maybe check the connections. Just shooting from the hip during an
office meeting.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Tuesday, July 9, 2013, Grant Youngman wrote:

> It could certainly be some anomaly with the radio, but here (Dallas TX)
> both 20 and 17 have been VERY (and unusually) quiet in general for the last
> few days.  More normally noisy today.  Receiver independent ….
>
> Grant NQ5T
>
> On Jul 9, 2013, at 10:24 AM, Matt Zilmer >
> wrote:
>
> > You didn't say which rig: KX3, K3, K2, etc.
> >
> > If it's the KX3, you might check the preamp setting for 20 and 17m.
> > The gain value might be set differently from other bands, or you might
> > have it zeroed.
> >
> > 73,
> > matt W6NIA
> >
> > On Tue, 09 Jul 2013 11:16:42 -0400, you wrote:
> >
> >> I just noticed yesterday that my receive on 20 and 17 is extremely low.
> For a while I have been running JT65 so have not had the
> >> sound on. My noise level locally here is quite high and usually around
> s5 without preamp. On all bands but 20 and 17 it is still s5
> >> but it is s1-2 on those bands. Signals are also proportionally weaker.
> At first I thought it was conditions with all of the flare we
> >> have been happening but the difference in noise level has me concerned.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Any ideas? Any more info you need?
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> 73,
> >>
> >> Tim Herrick, KQ8M
> >>
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Re: [Elecraft] 20 meter CW

[Stephen Selberg]

Dave,

I had the power set to 5 watts and the kx3 meter showed 5 watts rf going
out. I just think that this antenna isn't very efficient with the coil so
maybe not much RF is actually going out. the practice mode you're speaking
of, are you referring when you turn the power down to 0.0? Definitely was
at 5 watts. I started off at 3 watts but decided to bump it up more to see
how much time I could get out of these energizer lithium batteries. I'm
going to throw a wire up this evening and do some A/b tests with the MP1
antenna. Wanted to see how well it might work if I find myself
somewhere without any trees.  I imagine next time I venture this way I'll
have an Alexloop.


Christian. The weird suffix is because I'm at the in-laws house in Nevada.
My home QTH is in california. I was off the air until for some years up until
April 2012. Are people still using /call area when out of their home call
area?


73,
Steve KS6PD


On Tuesday, July 2, 2013, dave wrote:

> If you sent CQ for 15 min and didn't get even one spot on RBN then I'd
> have to wonder if you have the TX set to code practice mode. Nothing going
> out to the antenna. Put a watt meter in line to be sure there is RF going
> out . . .
>
> 73 de dave
> ab9ca/4
>
>
>
> On 7/2/13 3:44 PM, Stephen Selberg wrote:
>
>> Hi John,
>>
>> Yeah I was sending CQ de ks6pd/7 for about 10 min before my email and 5
>> min
>> after. Looked myself up on rbn and didn't see myself either. Maybe it
>> means
>> I need to stick with wire antennas.  Thought I'd bring this one up and
>> give
>> it a test. Maybe later this evening will provide better results. Fig'd
>> there prob isn't going to be too much activity in the middle of the day on
>> a Tuesday.
>>
>> Steve KS6PD
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, July 2, 2013, John Oppenheimer wrote:
>>
>>  Hi Steve, Did you send CQ? There are no RBN spots for you.
>>>
>>> Hi Greg, That may have been me, I sent one CQ set on .052 to test for
>>> RBN returns. Seven Hits. K2 10 watts, attic dipole.
>>>
>>> John KN5L
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Re: [Elecraft] 20 meter CW

[Stephen Selberg]

Hi John,

Yeah I was sending CQ de ks6pd/7 for about 10 min before my email and 5 min
after. Looked myself up on rbn and didn't see myself either. Maybe it means
I need to stick with wire antennas.  Thought I'd bring this one up and give
it a test. Maybe later this evening will provide better results. Fig'd
there prob isn't going to be too much activity in the middle of the day on
a Tuesday.

Steve KS6PD



On Tuesday, July 2, 2013, John Oppenheimer wrote:

> Hi Steve, Did you send CQ? There are no RBN spots for you.
>
> Hi Greg, That may have been me, I sent one CQ set on .052 to test for
> RBN returns. Seven Hits. K2 10 watts, attic dipole.
>
> John KN5L
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Re: [Elecraft] 20 meter CW

[Stephen Selberg]

Hi Greg,

I'm using a MP1 antenna with a few radials. Not ideal and I'm still not
comfortable enough with the in-laws to ask them to start hanging wires in
their trees hihi. Maybe I will later. What's the saying? Easier to ask for
forgiveness than permission?

As Murphy's law would have it, the baby woke up from his nap, so my radio
time is done until later this evening. But thanks for taking a listen.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Tuesday, July 2, 2013, Greg Miller wrote:

> Hi Steve,
>
> I think I hear something in there but it's in the noise - I'm located near
> Salt Lake City. What antenna are you using?
>
> -Greg NY6C
>
>
> On Jul 2, 2013, at 2:06 PM, Stephen Selberg >
> wrote:
>
> > Greetings,
> >
> > Up in Lake Tahoe (DM09) right now with my KX3 set to 5 watts on 14.052
> > running real slow CW if anyone wants to see if they can hear me. 7/2/13
> > 2005z
> >
> > 73,
> >
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[Elecraft] 20 meter CW

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

Up in Lake Tahoe (DM09) right now with my KX3 set to 5 watts on 14.052
running real slow CW if anyone wants to see if they can hear me. 7/2/13
2005z

73,

Steve KS6PD
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 high pitched hum on headphone jack

[Stephen Selberg]

I had that same garbage power supply. Got rid of it and stuck it in the
garage to collect dust. It was causing all kind of noise in the shack. I
bought the alinco switching supply and have been very happy with it. I use
it primarily to power my TS-590. I like it because you can vary the voltage
between 5-15v. It's the DM-330. Very easy to pack up and take on the road
with me.



73,

Steve KS6PD

KX3 #3604



On Wednesday, June 26, 2013, kg4olw wrote:

> Just as an update I am trying to tune in a very weak signal am radio
> station.
> Another thing i noticed today while messing around is that besides noise
> from the pc, I also experienced additional noise when it is plugged into my
> bargain bin pyramid 25amp switching power supply. I never noticed this on
> HF, so maybe it is just more pronounced on AM. Any suggestions on a good
> linear power supply that will also support the draw of the kxpa100?
>
>
>
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Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and Field Day

[Stephen Selberg]

Eric,

Sounds like you had a good time out there. I sent a few people your way who
are interested in getting into the hobby. Thanks for going out to Central
park and doing that. Maybe next year ill bring my KX3 and we can operate a
2B station.

73,

Steve KS6PD

KX3 #3604

P.s.  are u familiar with a group that gets together on Mondays at 1200L at
Henry Schmit park that operates qrp portable?




On Sunday, June 23, 2013, eric norris wrote:

> I set up my Field Day operation this year, as in the past few years,
> behind the Santa Clara Library.  This year I used my KX3, 4S2P Buddipole
> battery, and AlexLoop SML7-30 Mag Loop.  Though I had used 20W of solar
> panels in the past years to power my K2, I found visitors were constantly
> messing with the Power Film panels, so this year I used only a small 5W
> glass panel with a Genasun GV-5 controller.  To my surprise, the 5W panel
> kept the battery charged (I did much more talking to visitors than
> operating).
>
> One of the most fun aspects was seeing visitors' jaws drop as I explained
> the capability of the KX3.  Some veteran hams unfamiliar with Elecraft
> products were amazed to learn about the digital mode functions sans
> computer, and even more surprised to learn that the tiny KX3 was half
> battery pack and could have run the four hours I was there with no external
> power whatsoever.  What a blast!
>
> 73 Eric WD6DBM
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Re: [Elecraft] microphones

[Stephen Selberg]

Robert,

Off topic but...

I love your quote at the end of your email, "On the 8th day. God created
Amateur Radio and Baseball."

Read it to the xyl and she rolled her eyes and said that you forgot to add
"beer" to your lineHihi. Check out my QRZ page.

73,

Steve KS6PD

Kx3 #3604




On Saturday, June 22, 2013, GDanner wrote:

> Robert,
> Condenser & Dynamic microphones can both be used with a K3 or KX3.
> The Astatic microphone may be a crystal of ceramic microphone element
> (depending on when it was manufactured). There have been discussions on
> this
> reflector that it may work without an interface; others say it needs an
> interface.
> I use an Astatic for my desk microphone for my K3; unfortunately the
> crystal
> element was defective. I replaced the element with an electret from Radio
> Shack. Works well with good reports.
> 73
> George
> AI4VZ
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Robert 'RC' Conley
> Sent: Saturday, June 22, 2013 12:00 PM
> To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
> Subject: [Elecraft] microphones
>
> The Elecraft MH2 is a condenser microphone
> The Astatic is a crystal microphone
> A dynamic microphone
> are they interchangeable
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Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter

[Stephen Selberg]

Thanks for all the feed back! Looks like I'll be taking the 30 minute drive
to Watsonville this week.

Steve KS6PD

On Saturday, June 15, 2013, Donald Butler wrote:

> I have two W2 meters and I like them  .. But I do not rely upon them for
> accurate power readings.. My more practical use is to use my peripheral
> vision to keep tabs on what's going on while I'm on the air and be alert
> for
> unexpected changes.
>
> I think the Bird 43, when fully calibrated, claims plus or minus 5%
> accuracy
> at full scale on their analog dial.
>
> The W2 is probably close to that, but not quite (maybe 6% at best) ...
> there
> are 17 leds on the 0-20 watt meter scale  .. Doing the math, on the 2KW
> scale, that's about 118 watts per LED ... so the power has to increase
> about
> 118 watts before the next LED will light up, etc., etc.Yes, you can get
> a reading of presumed accuracy to the nearest watt if you us the W2
> software
> and keep a window running on your computer  . but the LED display itself is
> only capable of reading plus or minus 118 of actual wattage on the 2 KW
> scale.. And I've never bothered to calibrate to see what it takes for the
> next LED to light up .. Does it change when you (1) just cross the new
> threshold, (2) hit the midrange area of the next step, or (3) go the full
> distance.Bottom line, it really doesn't matter, but I do not use a W2
> to
> obtain accurate power readings just from the LED display.
>
> Don, N5LZ
>
> -Original Message-
> From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net ] On Behalf Of
> Fred Smith
> Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2013 8:28 AM
> To: 'NZ0T'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter
>
> Bill is 100% right on about the W2,it is most useful on screen for extreme
> QRP if you don't have a WM-2 QRP meter. But like I said earlier it is very
> close for all ranges both of my couplers are 2k's but still not bad for
> QRP.
>
>
> 73,
> Fred/N0AZZ
> K3 Ser #'s 6730/5299--KX3 # 2573--K2/100 # 6470-KAT100
> P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
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> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter
>
> Very happy with my W2.  I have the 2KW coupler.  Seems pretty accurate and
> the LED display is great for casual use.  I don't always keep the display
> up
> on the computer but it's very useful when greater resolution than the LED
> display is desired.
>
> 73 Bill NZ0T
>
>
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[Elecraft] W2 wattmeter

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

Thinking of picking up the W2 wattmeter to go in the shack with the rest of
my gear (and future K3 and KPA500some day). I was reading the reviews on
eham, but still had a few questions I didn't see there.

I was curious about the accuracy of the meter and how well the peak hold
function works. I've played with other meters where the peak hold didn't
play well. Any input would be great.

Thanks and 73,

Steve KS6PD

KX3 #3604
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Re: [Elecraft] the net

[Stephen Selberg]

Greetings,

I too can not hear the nets at my QTH 50 miles south of San Francisco. Only
once did I hear a station down in Southern California who was able to relay
for me, but other than that, nada. I know it's not my antenna (okay maybe
it is a little) because I work and can hear other states and dx regularly.
One day ill get a nice beam and maybe that will help.

Happy Monday and 73,

Steve KS6PD

On Sunday, June 9, 2013, Dave Moorman wrote:

> That's been my experience here in west suburban Chicago, Richard.
>
> Every couple of weeks I listen for the CW nets.  On a few occasions I’ve
> been able to hear the NCS signal in the noise but not well enough for any
> kind of sustained copy.   It's also rare that I can copy the stations
> checking one. Every now and then, one of them is a little ways above the
> noise but not by much.
>
> Maybe there could be a Western Elecraft net and an Eastern or Midwestern
> Elecraft net.
>
> Dave K9SW
>
>
> On Jun 9, 2013, at 12:29 PM, Richard Neese >
> wrote:
>
> > I have been listening and not hearing a thing.
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Re: [Elecraft] Data A mode question for KX3

[Stephen Selberg]

Good morning,

I believe it leaves it the mic bias on but turns off the compression. If
your using a signalink USB, you need to have the mic bias off UNLESS you
are using their prefab jumper board. If you're using their board, you can
leave mic bias on. If you're using wire jumpers, it needs to be off. Hope
that helps.

73,

Steve KS6PD

On Saturday, June 1, 2013, WM3M wrote:

> In data mode A for the KX3, does it turn mic bias off?
> Menu says its on but wanted to check for sure.
> Thanks 73
> Emory  WM3M
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