[Elecraft] What is the big surprise being announced on Thursday?
To: All who won't sleep well tonight because of being frustrated by what the Elecraft Dynamic Duo will announce tomorrow morning... There is hope... Here is a hint... Perhaps, just perhaps my pal who lives not far away and goes by the name Don Yes, the one who makes excellent technical posts on this reflector could possibly be "shall we say enticed" into spelling some beans just after midnight this evening... A $1,000.00 PayPal contribution to "Maybe Don will spill the beans" might just result in you enjoying a good night's sleep. Hi Hi... My apology... I just couldn't resist doing this. Whatever the Elecraft Dynamic Duo release will be worth the wait 73, Jack WØUCE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Strange K3 Lockup Problem
Has anyone experienced this strange K3 Lockup problem? For a second time my K3 locks up when I change bands while using N1MM. The first instance was two weeks ago when I entered a 20m frequency while on 15 meters. The same thing happened today. After the first lock up I called Elecraft and Tech Support told me it was communications buffer overload, shut down the radio, logging and any other software and reboot the computer. The problem occurred the first time during an afternoon CWops Mini Test event. This morning no problem then this afternoon the lockup occurred again which hints of a possible RF problem but why in the morning and not afternoon? I'll put a couple more clamp on ferrites on the microHam CW Keyer power, USB and Keying Cable to see if it helps. N1MM running on a one year old System 7 O/S, plenty of memory and nothing but N1MM and microHam Router / microHam CW Keyer running. The K3 receives on whatever frequency it is on but no front panel controls function upon lockup. Shutting down the K3, KPA, N1MM, microHam Router doesn't immediately resolve the lockup but wait 30 - 40 minutes and the K3 lockup problem resolves itself. Any suggestions will be appreciated: Update firmware for example? N1MM and microHam Router / CW Keyer are latest versions. Thanks in advance for any help or recommendations. 73, Jack W0UCE __ 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] Wounded Warrior Project
I read recent posts about Don Wilhelm and others contributing to a "Wounded Warrior" ham radio project. Should Elecraft, or any other group or organization elect to sponsor, support or put together an ongoing ham radio program for wounded warriors, I would very much like to offer my personal support. This old Navy Chief, Vietnam Vet well knows what we did to enhance moral running phone patches for anyone who could get to our humble shack in Vietnam back in the 60s. Please do not construe what I am about to say as a plug for a company I am involved with. Universal Device Control Systems will be honored and happy to support station automation, local and remote system applications for wounded warrior ham radio projects. It is my humble opinion our country does not do enough for those who protect our freedom. Thanks & 73, Jack - W0UCE __ 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] Morse Code Proficiency
To become a proficient CW Operator the individual should most certainly learn Morse Code as a Language just as infants learn to talk. Learn the sound and rhythm of words, then phrases and copy in your head. Throw away the Pen and Paper. I teach beginners Morse Code at 20 WPM, they don't know the difference so why start at 5 WPM when you can learn at 20? For those who would like assistance in learning or improving the art of using Morse Code, the CW Operators Club offers free "Elemering" Visit www.cwops.org and click on the CW Academy Page. There is also reference and self help information on the Morse Code Page on my website www.w0uce.net As one of the CWops Academy instructors, I assure everyone, help is there for the asking. 73, Jack W0UCE CWops #64 "CW Forever" __ 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] First KAT out of the Bag
A litter of two KAT 500s was delivered on my doorstep late yesterday afternoon. The first KAT is now installed and fully integrated with my K-3, P3, KPA500 and now KAT500. The fist KAT out of the bag makes everything in the lineup happy, especially me. All antennas tune like a dream automatically, band segments are recalled, QSY and Band Changes are a breeze 160 - 6m. The Aux Cable simplified installation and integration, 20 minutes including removing the LDG 600 Auto Tuner. I'm a CW only Op so I didn't have to go bottom to top of all bands for initial tuning. Regardless, I am very impressed with the KAT 500. The second KAT will be installed with my backup set up, a TS-480 driving a KPA-500 soon to be followed by the second KAT. Integration won't be as smooth but I'm confident the line up will work well together. Thanks Elecraft for another great product. 73, Jack W0UCE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 Shipping Schedule
For all of us who have KAT 500s on order it is time to reflect on what we were taught by loving parents during our formative years: 1. All good things come to he who waits 2. You can't be that hungry, you just had lunch 3. Dinner will be on the table when it is ready 4. Clean your plate, some hungry person would love to have that 5. Just you wait until your father gets home 6. Patience my son, patience 7. Because I said so, that's why So what do those formative year lessons have to do with KAT 500? The answers are clear and well defined: 1. Last week, thanks to some very diligent field testing, we discovered a way to significantly reduce LC network losses on the highest bands (especially on 6 meters) 2. We just redesigned the PC board to take advantage of this, so you'll be getting a better ATU 3. This will push the production schedule out farther 4. We had to scrap a lot of material, but the change will be worth the trouble 5 We'll post a revised shipping date as soon as Eric recovers from his latest hamfest adventure Those things said, the most important answer is the same as #7 from our parents... Because I said so, that's why. We need to take a lesson from the past. Our parents had our best interests at heart and Elecraft, only Elecraft, has the same in providing what is best for Elecraft customers. Message: 8 Date: Thu, 30 Aug 2012 08:34:45 -0700 From: Wayne Burdick Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT 500 To: r miles Cc: elecraft Message-ID: <0c4a571b-e14e-4921-8c51-917c61b3e...@elecraft.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed; delsp=yes Last week, thanks to some very diligent field testing, we discovered a way to significantly reduce LC network losses on the highest bands (especially on 6 meters). We just redesigned the PC board to take advantage of this, so you'll be getting a better ATU. This will push the production schedule out farther, and we had to scrap a lot of material, but the change will be worth the trouble. We'll post a revised shipping date as soon as Eric recovers from his latest hamfest adventure. 73, Wayne N6KR __ 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] Elecraft Price Increase - My 2 Cents
Just my 2 Cents: I feel there is no better value or bang for your buck than Elecraft and I know of no other manufacturer that provides a level of service that compares or comes close to Elecraft. 73, Jack W0UCE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Staff
Wayne, Eric and every member of the Elecraft Team, regardless of position, title or responsibility are what makes Elecraft what it is... "The Standard that every other equipment manufacturer should aspire to be." Thank you Elecraft Team for great products and customer service. 73, Jack W0UCE (K-3, P-3, KPA 500 and before long KAT 500) __ 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] Ultimate Station Control Requirements Wish List
I am compiling a product development requirements document for a consortium of companies that intends to develop, manufacture and market the "ULITMATE Ham Radio Station Control System." If you would like to have an expandable station control system to select TX and RX antennas, SO2R, , have more than one radio share TX and RX Antennas, switch Audio In, Audio Out, Keying Leads, distribute 12 and 24 volt DC and most any and all other functions to make your station the ultimate in flexibility and control using mouse clicks, touch screen push buttons and custom assignable labels what would your wish list contain? The system will consist of a common mounting shelf that will house plug in card modules. To expand or add additional functions the user will simply purchase function cards, plug them in the shelf, make plug in connections and set configuration options. If you care to participate, I would appreciate receiving a "Bullet Type Wish List" e-mail with your list. At this point, I don't need details, simply a "Wish List" (Examples) * Up to 10 TX Antennas shared with 2 radios * Up to 8 RX Antennas share with 2 radios * Control of current off the shelf remote coax switches * Remote relays over Blue Tooth or 802.11, RS-232 and/or cable pairs * Be able to use K-3 or XYZ Radio to drive a KPA 500 or any other amplifier with a touch of a button or mouse click to switch Amp In, Audio/Key/ALC * Have Lock Out if a particular antenna is selected - Ant 1 for TX and Ant 2 for RX, etc. * One button change from SO1R to SO2R * Switch one set of paddles to two different keyers * Key two radios at the same time * "What else?" There is virtually no end to what the wish list may contain but please be realistic in what you would consider useful and you would consider purchasing if it fit your needs and the price was right... Thanks & 73, Jack __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] What Happened to the KAT500
If the Elecraft reflector was a Dear Abby Column in the newspaper, my letter would read: Dear Abby: The best of the best ham radio gear manufacturers recently had a letter in your column stating We revised the PCB one more time to make it easier to manufacture. Should have these "final" (we hope) boards in by next week. If all goes well, we'll be down to one final impediment: me. I have to revise the sheet metal drawings. Sorry for the delay. Wayne Abby, I am ready to place my order as soon as Mr. Wayne says "OK" What should I do in the meantime? Signed Anxious in NC Dear Anxious in NC: All good things come to he who waits. Be patient, Elecraft will provide. 88, Abby __ 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] Product Information
Wayne & Eric: While many customers anxiously await KX3 product release there are also many Elecraft customers like myself that EAGERLY await KAT 500 product information such as specs, features, functions, anticipated first KAT500 assembled and kit shipping dates. Will there be a pre-release order list as with the KX3 etc. Please, please let anxious "Customers" in on the secrets such as KAT 500: * Product drawings that were promised weeks ago * Product functions, features and specifications * Product physical dimensions * Will there be a pre-release order sign up list? * When will Elecraft begin accepting orders? * When does Elecraft expect to commence shipping kits and assembled units? * Pricing information, even if preliminary Any and all information Elecraft would be so very kind to release will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Jack __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KPA 1500 - What is next?
Before Elecraft even considers or starts working on anything else new, I for one would be most grateful if the powers that be would release the KAT-500 to market or at least provide some reliable "take it to the bank" type information. At recent hamfest Elecraft booth duty individuals are saying is obviously fictional and whatever they think a prospective buyer wants to hear and they have nothing to back up what they are saying... When can we expect to receive some factual information about the KAT500? Jack __ 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] KAT 500 Information
When will information regarding the KAT 500 be made available? Still no diagrams that were to be put on the website. Something from Elecraft would be appreciated. Thanks, Jack __ 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] KAT 500 Final Dimensions
Does anyone know what the final KAT 500 enclosure dimensions will be? I'm building new equipment shelves and need to leave the correct amount of space to accommodate a KAT 500. Thanks, Jack __ 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] KAT 500s in February
Reference the latest about KAT 500 shipments: "As I mentioned maybe a month ago, we make a mid-course change to the KAT500 design (3 antenna jacks, no internal balun). We're just completing the prototypes with these changes. I suspect we'll have some field-test units out in late January/early February. If all goes well that means end of February for first shipments, but don't quote me. Getting a bit busy around here" I apologize in advance to Elecraft but as an anxious KAT 500 awaiter... I just gotta say I hope units do go out the end of February. Next spring I just don't wanna post "Spring has sprung, the grass has riz I wonder where some KAT500s is" I'm not condemning Elecraft... just having some fun. 73, Jack __ 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] KAT-500 If or when?
Fall has fallen, winter is with us, January in just a few days... No KAT-500 under my Xmas Tree - Santa disappointed me... Does anyone know if the KAT-500 will Spring Ahead, March Forward or Fall even further behind ? Inquiring minds would like to know. (From the KPA-500 Product Page) KAT500 Autotuner available fall of this year (2011). __ 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] First Major Contest for my KPA - Thank You Elecraft
I used my K-3, P3 and KPA500 for the first time in a major contest - ARRL SS CW and they performed without a flaw of any kind. THANK YOU Elecraft for top of the line equipment. Now... I am anxious to see the KAT500 released... 73, Jack W0UCE __ 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] PowerWerx P/S Noise Problem Clarification
Perhaps I did not explain the noise problem, cause and cure situation correctly. One of the P/S was purchased from a friend, the other I bought new. The one purchased from my friend had been used; the input power select switch on the back had be changed to 110V as it should be for 110v operation. I had both P/S sitting side-by-side and had not yet changed the power in 220/110 switch setting to 110 on the new supply. I mistakenly picked up the new one and used it with the K-3. Operating the P/S on 110 with the input power select on 220 caused the K-3 to sound like a Marconi Spark Gap Transmitter. The fix was simple, change the input power switch to 110. "My bad" 73 Jack __ 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] Power Werx S5-30DV Switching P/S "Heads Up"
I recently acquired two Power Werx S5-30DV Switching Power Supplies. While the P/S are nice and small, work on 110 / 220 and easily powered my K-3 and TS-480, BEWARE... The P/S come from the factory set for 220V (Slide Switch Selection on the back) The documentation sheet with the P/S doesn't mention the factory default setting of 220. If you power a K-3 or most likely any other rig without changing the input voltage setting to 110 if you run the P/S on 110 and don't change the input voltage switch to 110, you will have terrible AC on transmit when the RF level of the radio is increased over 10 Watts. 73, Jack W0UCE __ 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] N0SS
I only had the pleasure of meeting Tom in person once which cemented a friendship developed through many QSOs and Contest Exchanges. Tom, always the gentleman. Jack W0UCE __ 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] KPA500 Air Flow Space Concern
I am rebuilding my station console and would like to put a wooden shelf above my KPA500 but am concerned about blocking air flow to the top of the opening on the top right of the amp. The KPA will sit on the operating table desktop with the front raised using the bail. If I put a shelf over the amp I can cut an opening for airflow space if necessary. If anyone has experience or suggestions regarding minimum space for airflow I would appreciate your input. Contact offline if you prefer. Thanks, Jack __ 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] KPA 500 Auto Tuner Question
Mr. Elecraft Eric: Would you please be so kind as to let subscribers know a "Loose Approximate Period... even something like 3Q 2011 or 1Q 2012" when Elecraft anticipates orders will be accepted for an Elecraft Auto Tuner to go with the KPA500? Thanks, Jack W0UCE __ 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] KPA500 Shipping
Has anyone received a shipping notification for a KPA500? I received order confirmation on 4/15 but have not received shipping notification. My e-mail request for shipping information was answered simply: "I apologize be I do not have that information available yet. Once your order is ready to be shipped you will be notified. Please let me know if you have any questions." Apparently orders are not being filled starting 4/15 as stated on the website. Jack __ 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] First Elecraft Post - KPA-500
I may as well chime in with my first post as a new member to this group and say "I ordered a KPA500 today as well. I also called about the optional cable mentioned in the preliminary manual and was told it will be available soon. It was overlooked during the effort to proceed with accepting orders for the amp according to the gentleman I spoke to at Elecraft. 73, Jack W0UCE __ 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
