[Elecraft] k3 6m birdy?
I have a birdy on 6m. The KRX3 is installed. When in SSB with 2.7 hz filter, the birdy goes from 50116 to 50119. However, if I put 50.118 in sub rcvr and listen on VFO A on 50.115 and hit "SUB", there is no birdy on VFO B. I am using a pair of stereo speakers/or stereo headset while doing this. When I change B to A via A/B, then birdy appears...any idea what's happening? TI5KD was spotted on 50.118 and that's how I found the birdyI sent a packet spot to TI5KD asking Keko to beam CX and listen on .115; that's how I discovered the above. Transmitting on 115 and monitoring both 115 and 118. 73 Tom CX7TT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] ElectroVoice 664 mic to K3?
Hello, I have a EV664 Dynamic Cardioid mic which I used with Orion II thru a W2IHY box. The 664 has a four pin XLR plug from its' base. Question: 1. Can I use this directly into the K3? Without using the W2IHY.. 2. What are the pinouts to make it work with K3 into front panel? 73 Tom CX7TT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
[Elecraft] K3 Display voltage
Thanks for the many responses, both private and via the forum. I substituted a metered Astron PS and went directly from the PS to the K3 with Elecraft supplied power cord.. Now the measurements are: 100w 13.9v to 12.9v; 50w 13.9v to 13.3v. this I can live with... My previous setup was the Astron to Rigrunner to K3...approx cable was 4ft from PS to Rigrunner and 4 to 5 ft to K3; PLUS, Rigrunner had LP-100, SixPak and Steppir tuning relay...K3 is supplying power to microKeyer II via 13.6v back panel accessory. Pardon the pun but, voltage drops, "it all adds up" Que intersante! I learn so much from the erudite members of this reflector (look that up in your Funk n' Wagnalls!) Just another reason why Elecraft is simply the best... 73 Tom ___ 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] K3 Display voltage?
All this talk about TX IMD and monitoring voltage, etc got me to check out my K3. I usually run @ 50w into small amp and I see 13.7V on rcv and 11.5 while xmit. If I run the power up to 100w, I see 13.7 and 10.8; do I have a problem? I am using an unmetered Astron RS-35 into our standard 220v house supply. 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] K3 MCU LD-cancel the emergency
Well, got it working again so let's see what happened: I went to website and saw where I did not have latest K3 Utility software and it said to use this to download latest upgradeI had simply clicked on my existing K3 Util and was surprised that the Utility actually downloaded upgrades...dont remember when we went from "Beta test" upgrades to Actuals Grabbed the Prolific USB to 232 cable out of the drawer and set up K3/computer (Apple running VMFusion and Windows XP)...computer created new virtual com port (11) for Prolific... Then back to K3 Utility to 'refresh com ports'...Hooray, it sees it and then I clicked on "Send all new firmware" And it started loading...whew... Lessons learned... 73 Tom ___ 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] K3 Dead MCU Load
After using 2.57 for several months I decided to upgrade to latest software. Started the K3 Utility, V 1.1.6.3 and had it check the website for upgrade. This is from the K3 Utility log: 13:31:24 K3 Utility Version 1.1.6.3 13:34:18 Opening connection to ftp.elecraft.com 13:34:18 Connected to Elecraft server. Please be patient, this takes a few seconds. 13:34:24 Copying files to C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Application Data\Elecraft\K3 Firmware 13:34:31 Copied hmcu0278.hex from Elecraft 13:34:35 Copied HDSP0198.HEX from Elecraft 13:34:40 Copied HAUX0198.HEX from Elecraft 13:34:43 Copied hfwnotes.rtf from Elecraft 13:34:45 Copied K3UtilityVersionInfo.txt from Elecraft 13:34:45 Copied 5 files from Elecraft to C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Application Data\Elecraft\K3 Firmware 13:34:45 Ready 13:37:28 K3 failed to enter MCU firmware load mode 13:37:36 MCU programming failed. Verify file source and version. Turn the K3 off and back on, then re-try the firmware load. 13:37:42 Ready 13:42:31 K3 is not responding 13:42:31 K3 is not responding 13:42:33 Ready 13:43:57 K3 is not responding 13:43:57 K3 is not responding 13:43:59 Ready 13:49:50 K3 is not responding 13:49:54 K3 is not responding I tried turning on and off the rig, of course by having to kill the power supply and holding the Power switch on until MCU LD reappears...along with flashing TX led. I am using the microKeyer II as my interface and went to the K3 port (3) and clicked on the "disable router inquiries" before starting the upgrade process. I did save the previous config using the K3 utility but now the K3 is not responding to the com port so K3 utility is essentially dead... Help! Tom ___ 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] K3 Dead MCU Load
After using 2.57 for several months I decided to upgrade to latest software. Started the K3 Utility, V 1.1.6.3 and had it check the website for upgrade. This is from the K3 Utility log: 13:31:24 K3 Utility Version 1.1.6.3 13:34:18 Opening connection to ftp.elecraft.com 13:34:18 Connected to Elecraft server. Please be patient, this takes a few seconds. 13:34:24 Copying files to C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Application Data\Elecraft\K3 Firmware 13:34:31 Copied hmcu0278.hex from Elecraft 13:34:35 Copied HDSP0198.HEX from Elecraft 13:34:40 Copied HAUX0198.HEX from Elecraft 13:34:43 Copied hfwnotes.rtf from Elecraft 13:34:45 Copied K3UtilityVersionInfo.txt from Elecraft 13:34:45 Copied 5 files from Elecraft to C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Application Data\Elecraft\K3 Firmware 13:34:45 Ready 13:37:28 K3 failed to enter MCU firmware load mode 13:37:36 MCU programming failed. Verify file source and version. Turn the K3 off and back on, then re-try the firmware load. 13:37:42 Ready 13:42:31 K3 is not responding 13:42:31 K3 is not responding 13:42:33 Ready 13:43:57 K3 is not responding 13:43:57 K3 is not responding 13:43:59 Ready 13:49:50 K3 is not responding 13:49:54 K3 is not responding I tried turning on and off the rig, of course by having to kill the power supply and holding the Power switch on until MCU LD reappears...along with flashing TX led. I am using the microKeyer II as my interface and went to the K3 port (3) and clicked on the "disable router inquiries" before starting the upgrade process. I did save the previous config using the K3 utility but now the K3 is not responding to the com port so K3 utility is essentially dead... Help! Tom ___ 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] K3 w/WSJT 6m EME?
I am setting up K3 for 6m WSJT and have a question about the mode to use. Reading thru the setup guides and help section, it appears that WSJT requires USB. I have tried both USB and Data A and both give me the 'piccolo' tones. Which is the preferred method? Also, should I run the width control at normal USB (approx 2.70) or widest available? Mine is 4.0. I will be running Acom 1000 and 3 ele Steppir w/extra 6m passive element. I have a sked with W7GJ next week and if successful, hope to QSO many others from the "Southern Cone". 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] K3 Split Rtty ops with paddle?
Today, PZ5TT was on 17 RTTY working split...I set up to accomodate 3 up but when trying to send with my paddle, it would not key the rig nor transmit. My 'workaround' was to use the A/B switch and work my timing so he would see my 'print'have I missed something? When using VFO B, I cant use the paddle to send RTTY? I have also found that after finishing keying with the paddle, the diddle continues for about 3 sec unless I tap XMIT to immediately stop... 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] K3 Split Rtty ops with paddle?
Today, PZ5TT was on 17 RTTY working split...I set up to accomodate 3 up but when trying to send with my paddle, it would not key the rig nor transmit. My 'workaround' was to use the A/B switch and work my timing so he would see my 'print'have I missed something? When using VFO B, I cant use the paddle to send RTTY? I have also found that after finishing keying with the paddle, the diddle continues for about 3 sec unless I tap XMIT to immediately stop... 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] K3 Split Rtty ops?
Today, PZ5TT was on 17 RTTY working split...I set up to accomodate 3 up but when trying to send with my paddle, it would not key the rig nor transmit. My 'workaround' was to use the A/B switch and work my timing so he would see my 'print'have I missed something? When using VFO B, I cant use the paddle to send RTTY? I have also found that after finishing keying with the paddle, the diddle continues for about 3 sec unless I tap XMIT to immediately stop... 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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
Subject: [Elecraft] Wherefore art thou, K3 (in CQWW)
K3 Serial #250 will be active at CW7T...SOABHP (A)... Turns those beams to S America! 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] Dead K3 Hi Jacked thread...
Gentlemen, Pse read carefully. My original thread stated that the FACTORY built K3 was returned so that the FACTORY could install the KRX-3...pips or not, doesn't matterdoes the factory not check out the rig before pushing them out the door? I have done more troubleshooting. I still have the HI RFI msg even though there is no RF present in the shack...even turned off this computer and nothing was emittingI cranked up the K3 Utility, 1.1.6.3 and see where the K3 was showing the older MCU 02.24; FPF 00.02 DSP 00.00 and DSP2 NA. While I was able to reload 2.46 the FPF repeatedly failed...I would get: FPF firmware failed at load address x. FPF program load failed. Neither DSP1 or DSP2 would load or verify. I am stumped as to where to go next. Ideas pse? 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] Dead K3-more info
Hello again, K3 #250 here. I started up the utility 1.1.6.3 and the prg showed the following: MCU 02.24; FPF 00.02; DSP1 00.00 and DSP2 NA. I downloaded 2.46 and tried to upload the firmware. I had to do a forced download and when it got to FPF, it failed as did the DSP 1 and 2. The Activity log shows: Sending firmware file hppf0002.hix to FPF Send FPF firmware failed at load address x FPF progam load failed. K3 still has no sound nor signals and HI RFI still in B window... Help... Tom Morton CX7TT ___ 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] Dead K3
Hola, I received my factory built K3/100 #250 in March. I returned it to Aptos in June IOT have sub rcvr installed, etc. Recently returned and after setting it up, I turned it on to see 14000.00 and HI RFI in the sub rcvr window. There is no sound whatsoever from the rig The B knob is frozen in that turning it does nothing. Selecting Menu or Config gives me blank in Upper window... No bueno for contesting or dxing...anybody got any ideas? OH, once I was able to get in the freq window (Upper) Mode E 000200 and once saw uC 02.24 Help, pse.. 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] OT code practice w/MP3 and iPod?
Off topic a bit but I think quite a few guys would like to improve their code speed... I read in the Hints es Kinks of QST Feb 08 a tip on using MP3 player using downloaded mp files from W1AW...sounds good so far. I downloaded the mp3 files from W1AW into iTunes library and did sync with iPod Nano. Does not xferI can play the code practice direct from iTunes but want the versatility of taking walks with cw singing in my earsI have moved the files into library files where other music exists and delibrately wiped the Nano clean and started over. Still no luck on downloading the cw files. The specs for Nano say MP3 compatible with 320 to 32000hz...any body had any luck with this setup? BTW, nice of W1AW to provide mp3 and text to check later or as a 'sing along'...www.arrl.org/w1aw/morse.html 73 Tom CX7TT P.S. K3 in IARU...986 Qs as CW7T...many guys commented on audio...I was using Logitech computer headset ($49) plugged into back and vox...what a pleasure to use on cw and ssb! ___ 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] OT code practice w/MP3 and iPod?
Off topic a bit but I think quite a few guys would like to improve their code speed... I read in the Hints es Kinks of QST Feb 08 a tip on using MP3 player using downloaded mp files from W1AW...sounds good so far. I downloaded the mp3 files from W1AW into iTunes library and did sync with iPod Nano. Does not xferI can play the code practice direct from iTunes but want the versatility of taking walks with cw singing in my earsI have moved the files into library files where other music exists and delibrately wiped the Nano clean and started over. Still no luck on downloading the cw files. The specs for Nano say MP3 compatible with 320 to 32000hz...any body had any luck with this setup? BTW, nice of W1AW to provide mp3 and text to check later or as a 'sing along'...www.arrl.org/w1aw/morse.html 73 Tom CX7TT P.S. K3 in IARU...986 Qs as CW7T...many guys commented on audio...I was using Logitech computer headset ($49) plugged into back and vox...what a pleasure to use on cw and ssb! ___ 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] K3 Split ops....
Tnx to Ken, Bud, Don and Greg for educating me on how to accomplish what I wantedseems like a good idea is to print out all the release notes for the K3 and make them part of my station info... 73 to all and Happy 4th Tom ___ 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] K3 Split ops....
Tnx to Ken, Bud, Don and Greg for educating me on how to accomplish what I wantedseems like a good idea is to print out all the release notes for the K3 and make them part of my station info... 73 to all and Happy 4th Tom ___ 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] Split ops?
When making the selection A>B then holding "Split" I notice that the mode stays where it last was...i.e., 14005 on A and 14180 on B; after A>B the B vfo is 14005 but remains in USB. I have looked thru the menu selections and can not find anything to have the modes match after doing A>B...have I missed something? If not, why not match freq and mode? 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] Optivisor
Many tnx for all the reply s about the Optivisor and other units available. I had a magnifying glass/light which attached to desk with a C clamp which I used to build the K2...unfortunately, it was 110v only and I have enough extraneous 110v units plugged into my transformer under the desk. I will be getting the Optivisior on my next trip to the statesalong with the loop... Mucho gracias for todo. 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] Optivisor?
Looking to buy an Optivisor over the internet but not sure what power to get...I usually wear 1.50 or 1.75 cheaters to read...any suggestions for what to get to be able to solder those itty, bitty Elecraft parts? 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] Optivisor?
Looking to buy an Optivisor over the internet but not sure what power to get...I usually wear 1.50 or 1.75 cheaters to read...any suggestions for what to get to be able to solder those itty, bitty Elecraft parts? 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] OT iMac w/Windows contesting programs
Tnx to all who responded directly with how to use the apple keyboard w/windows...two choiceshold fn key while pressing F key or the best one...go into Apple preferences>Keyboard and mouse>Select F1- keys act normally.if one needs to use the apple keys then hold fn while selectingbrilliant! Mni tnx guys...once again elecraft knowledge base paid off...now I can enjoy my K3 in contest mode this weekend in AA cw test.. 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] OT Apple iMac w/VMFusion
Have new Apple iMac running VMFusion w/Windows XP SP2. I hve set it up to run HRD and N1MM contest software. The problem with N1MM which uses the F1-10 keys is that the computer does not recognize these keys, i.e., when selecting F1 for CQ, it reverts to Apple commands. Anyone using this config and have suggestion? Otherwise,it's pretty neat to be able to run both MS and Apple software. The iMac handled the installation of all the MS programs very well, with no hand ups nor blue screens of death. 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] From CQ-contest reflector
No sure of the author...maybe Bill, W4ZV??? Very helpful read...I got it from the FCG reflector (Fla Contest Group) 73 Tom K6CT aka CX7TT FYI flwg is a an enthusiastic vote for the K3 for a new contest rig as noted on the CQ-Contest Reflector.. which one would you buy? (FYI my previous rigs - TS-930S, FT-1000MP, Orion) I would choose the Elecraft K3 over any existing rig, including Orion II, FT-2000 and IC-7700. >What makes it better than its competitors? #1 - Value. The beauty of the K3 is that it can be configured very economically depending on what your needs are. Elecraft has cleverly configured the K3 to be modular and appeal to many different users: 1. Budget minded DXers who need an exceptional RX. Include the basic K3, no ATU, KXV3 (for RX antenna input) plus 500 Hz filter for $2149 total. CW filter depends on IMD/BDR measurements but most likely the 500 Hz 5-pole will be entirely sufficient based on my experience with Orion. Build one yourself for $1907. (I omitted the ATU because I never use one...add $259 kit or $289 assembled if you need it). 2. Budget minded contesters who need TWO for SO2R. Twice the above for $4298 assembled or $3814 kitted. Nothing on the market will be able to touch these prices for 2 top-performing SO2R rigs. 3. Those who need a truly high performance Sub RX for diversity use or under crowded contest conditions. K3 + Sub RX + KXV3 + two 500 Hz filters for $2825 assembled or $2525 kitted. IMHO this combination cannot be duplicated by any competitive rig due to the quality of *both* K3 receivers (pending full IMD/BDR measurements of course). 4. Those who want a truly high performance panadapter/bandscope using the K3's IF output to an outboard SDR (e.g. Softrock 40, Clifton Laboratories Z90/91 Panadapter, or eventually an Elecraft version). This gets tricky to price but it's nowhere near the $10k range of a full blown IC-7800 or FTDX9000. IMHO a K3 plus bandscope using free SDR software will blow the socks off either the 9000 or 7800 (just like the SDR-1000 does). #2 - Performance. The K3's front-end is basically an RF clone of Orion, with down-conversion to a 1st IF of 8.2 MHz (Orion's is 9 MHz) and then a wide range of narrow roofing filters (down to 200 Hz). This should put the K3 ahead of all non-SDR rigs in IMD performance, plus Elecraft has apparently done their homework on LO phase noise. We don't have full performance numbers yet but here's a sample of what to expect (Elecraft's comments below): 1. N6KR: "But just to give you a hint: a couple of days ago Eric measured a blocking dynamic range of 143 dB, and it remained 143 dB at 20 kHz, 5 kHz, and 2 kHz. To put this into perspective, the K2, IC-7800, Orion II, and FTDX9000 all have a blocking dynamic range of -133 to -135. We can't directly extrapolate to IMDDR3, but suffice to say it will be excellent." 2. WA6HHQ: "As an example, we're seeing third order IMD D.R. numbers on 20M at 20 kHz spacings in excess of 104 dB and 97 dB at 5 kHz with the 400 Hz filter ahead of the DSP. These numbers are much worse if you do not use a narrow crystal filter (400 Hz used for this test) ahead of the DSP. (de W4ZV - To put this into perspective Orion II has ~95 dB IMD at 5 kHz spacing). #3 - Ergonomics. I expect the K3 will be very user friendly based on my experience with my K2. I never cease to be impressed by its excellent ergonomics every time I use it. I also feel we will discover that Elecraft will set a new standard of responsiveness to user feedback, and their firmware guy (Lyle KK7P) is *extremely* competent. ___ 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 Speaker not muting?
Hello, In the CQWW cw contest I operated with K9VV as VP2VVV with K2/100 and wire antenna. On Saturday afternoon while Fred was operating, I suddenly could hear the K2 receiver even though Fred was using a headset. We changed headsets and that did not mute the speaker. I vaguely remember reading on the reflector about this before. I went to the elecraft website and tried a search but to no avail. Anybody got the solution? I find it hard to believe that the front panel jack could 'wear out' this quickly. I have only used the K2 in contests about 4 times and the headphones typically go in on Friday nite and stay there until Sunday evening. Otherwise the K2 sits in a Pelican case awaiting its' next adventure. BTW, we made 2700 Qs including 64 countries on 80m. This was with 66ft long sloping wire fed at the bottom and ground was 1" strap thrown over the jetty into sea water. The K2/100 was routed thru the KAT 100 for all band operation. We only operated about 34 hours as we did not want to incur the wrath of sleeping xyls hearing both sides of cw contact so we did miss some prime time(s) at EU sunrise plus our own sunrise...yes, I know I could have 'popped' the top off and disconnected the speaker but swimming in the ocean and having a brewski precluded any 'technical' operations, HI. Appreciate any suggestions, 73 Tom K6CT aka CX7TT ___ 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] Need help SK-702
Hello, This is an off-topic request. My amigo, CX5BW needs a SK-702 to replace the SRF 7043 in his FT100. Anybody know a source/price? Pse reply offline 73 Tom CX7TT ___ 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] XIT
I have been following the "XIT" thread and want to add my 2 Pesos. I rarely use the XIT except in contests. Many guys/girls dont zero beat and so they can be waaay off frequency. This past weekend during the WPX contest when Searching and Pouncing (S&P) I would run across stations who "CQed" in my face when I was zero beat and hear them come back to stations as much as .20 below their freq. That's when I would run the XIT down to match where their last qso took place and successfully work the guy. Much quicker and faster than hitting split in this case. Another time is when the other station has his filters cranked down really tight and I have to move my transmit freq to get inside his passband. Most contesters use 500 or even 700 hz filters when "running" and let their brain be the final filter. It's amazing how many more stations one can work using this technique! 73 Tom CX7TT aka CW7T & K6CT ___ 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] EV664
I have a classic Electro-Voice 664 microphone. Does anyone use one with their K2 and if so, what did you have to do to get it to "play" properly. 73 Tom K6CT ___ 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] 30L-1 Part?
I have 30L-1 which is many years old. The Safety Interlock Assembly(s), (3 of them) have finally given up the ghost and broken off. I need a source, any ideas? I have check w/Google with the Collins part number 547-3632-002 and Surplus Sales of Nebraska..no luck. The assemblies are copper, silver plated and measure 11/16 x 3/4 in. by 1.312 in. Other than have to manufacture my own, does anyone here have a couple sitting in old junk boxes? Tnx & 73 Tom K6CT ___ 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 Roofing filter?
The Feb 05 QST has review of InRad roofing filter for FT-1000MP series. The article states, "the Ten-Tec Orion and Elecraft K2 are ham band only designs and thus have their first IF and roofing filters in the HF region". The article describes how Icom 7800 has roofing filters at 15 and 6 kHz and that new Yaesu FT9000 DX will have 2 roofing filters at 15, 6 and 3 kHz. The article further states, "Single conversion receivers, such as the K2, can set both the roofing filter and selectivity with a single filter following the mixer. Question, what roofing filter default are we using in the K2 and how do we change it? Or, is there any need to do so. I have noticed on ssb that I get more intermod than during contest ops using cw. 73 Tom K6CT ___ 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] KPA-100 CaltPA?
I have a question concerning the KPA-100 and temperature issues. Took the rig to VP2VVV during cq ww cw contest in Nov. Ambient shack temp was between 70 and 85 degrees F. We were running big pileups @40 wpm during late afternoon on Sat and boy did the top of the rig get hot! Later that evening when tempo slowed down, was doing S&P on 80 and 40 and had one last big run around 11pm. Shut the rig down for some sleep and other op got up around 2am and rig would not auto tune (using long wire thru KAT-100) and he could only run rig below 10w. That pretty much shut us down til I got up and hooked up spare FT897 but by then we had picked up some knarly line noise and we pulled the plug and played watersports w/YLs. At first I thought that I had not effectively tightened down the PA thermal pads but after sending email to Mr. Don, W3FPR, he suggested looking at the CALtPA. I found that it had "reset" itself to 255C! Once I set the temp to 30C, everything worked fine. My question is: Why did the rig jump up to 255C? Any thoughts and has anyone else experienced the same thing? 73 Tom K6CT ___ 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] K2/100 amp keying?
I would like to be able to key an external amp with my K2/100. I see on the web site a circuit and a reference to the AMPMODKIT to purchase the parts. There I see a note that the parts are included in the KPA100 kit. However, I don't remember building this and don't see a connection point on the back of the /100 cabinet. Did I miss something? 73 Tom K6CT ___ 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 on sailboat?
Am planning on taking the K2 with KAT100 on 47' catamaran. ANy suggestions as to best type of antenna set up and how to use boat batteries for power supply? 73 Tom K6CT ___ 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
