Re: [Elecraft] Walwart power?
Burke A better choice would be a power supply for a laptop computer. These are regulated units and will treat your KX1 more kindly than a wallwart. The wallwarts are generally unregulated so their voltage will be higher at light loads than what you see printed on their case. Hope to work you Kx1 to KX1 sometime. Dan N0TK Highlands Ranch, CO -Original Message- From: Burke Jones To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tue, 23 Dec 2008 3:43 pm Subject: [Elecraft] Walwart power? Could I use a 12V 500ma to power my KX1 when at home? Burke Jones N0HYD Sent from my iPhone ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: elecr...@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] External keyers with K3 - recommended?
I always used the internal keyer in my Elecraft rigs. I recently built the Winkey USB keyer from K1EL and use it with n1mm logger for contest operations. It's a pretty good standalone keyer as well. Since the K3 has provisions for both a paddle and straight key I use a Bencher paddle to the K3 and a Begali paddle to the Winkeyer which plugs into the straight key jack on the K3. Dan N0TK Highlands Ranch, CO -Original Message- From: LB3SA To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sun, 1 Mar 2009 2:15 am Subject: [Elecraft] External keyers with K3 - recommended? I have never in my 34 years as a ham used an external keyer and always used either hand pump (old days) or built in keyer in my radios. But I keep hearing folks using external keyers despite built in capabilities. I am a CW enthusiast and over 95% of my Q's are CW. I do like using memories but find the 4 quick memos in the K3 to be sufficient. I'm not interested in using a keyboard nor display to watch the text. Does anyone recommend an external keyer even with the K3?? I would rather not hook on external boxes unless it will give me something extra. If I do, I understand that Logikey and Microkeyer are great products. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/External-keyers-with-K3---recommended--tp2403830p2403830.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ 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 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] Your Opinion: The realities of QRP vs. QRO
Since everyone has an opinion here's mine. I believe that QRP and QRO both have a place in ham radio. I really enjoy QRP operation because it brings back the thrill of every contact that I had when I started in ham radio. When conditions are marginal the extra power of QRO (100w in my case) can often make the difference between no QSO and a completed one, most notably on 6m and 160m. I do not take the opinion that running the legal limit means that one does not enjoy the thrill of the hunt. Look at the big contest stations around the world and often they are the only ones workable when conditions are marginal. Working QRP stations can often increase the thrill of the station on the other end. 73 Dan N0TK Highlands Ranch, CO -Original Message- From: dw To: Elecraft_List Sent: Thu, 5 Mar 2009 5:34 am Subject: [Elecraft] Your Opinion: The realities of QRP vs. QRO A few years back in our little farming community, there was a fellow whose name was Francis. Francis was an avid hunter. At this time, the rumor went around the community that Francis had been fined for deer jacking. Out of his truck one night, with a spot light, he took a shot at a plastic deer planted by game wardens. Soon it became a joke…….Sir Francis the deer slayer. Something within me seemed to understand Francis’ point of view. He was a pragmatist….. He had little interest in the thrill of the hunt. He was focu sed on the efficiency of the catch. Although QRO is far from illegal, it does seem to be somewhat more focused on the efficiency of the catch than the thrill of the hunt. So there is a certain un-romantic reality to QRO vs. QRP. I'm wondering, what percentage of contacts you've made QRO, that you would estimate as not attainable QRP. I hope I didn't break the list rules getting off-topic with the story :~/ -- dw d...@sover.net __ 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 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 and N1MM Logger Configuration Rosetta Stone
I need some help from anyone who has successfully used their K3 and N1mm Logger connected through the computer serial Com1 port. With the K3 off and connection from the K3 RS232 connector to the computer Com1 port I select Config Ports and have the settings under the Hardware Tab as Always CW and Don't Change Radio Mode. Under the Hardware Tab I select K3 for Com1 with DTR(Pin4) and RTS(Pin7) both set to Always On as suggested by the N1MM information displayed. With the K3 mode set to CW and the K3 Config for RS232 is set to the default for the K3 I power on the K3 and I click OK for the N1MM Config window. The VFO A window bandmap shows the correct frequency displayed by the K3. Then I get a series of error messages that say Get Entry Window(RadioInterface_Interpret Response)-9-Subscript... which locks up the N1MM program. Seems like a configuration problem but may also be a problem with the K3 RS232 port. Any constructive suggestions will be appreciated. TKS Dan N0TK __ 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] I got Serial #199
Elecraft K3/10 assembled SN199 arrived today at my Highlands Ranch,CO QTH. Ordered on May 6 with 50% deposit. Notice of shipment received January 9 with scheduled (and actual) delivery by UPS on January 14. Dan N0TK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] high end paddles
James When I was in Baltimore for a biz trip, I met LL K3ESE for dinner. He asked if I wanted to try using the Begali paddles and offered to send me a Begali simplex dual lever paddle for a trial run. I used the paddles and decided to purchase the Begali. One of the best HR purchases I have made. The quality, look, feel, and keying performance is the best I have experienced. If you can make a trial run on these keys, take the opprtunity to do so. Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch,CO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] ARCI Summer Sprint
Steve Got on 20m with 10 minutes to go in the sprint. Worked FL, NH,VT and had a call from a QRP station in ME that I lost to QSB. Signals peaked at S7 and QSB down below the noise level. Dan N0TK Highlands Ranch,CO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] K1 trip to Ireland
Just returned from an 11 day trip in Ireland. Took the K1 along in my carry-on luggage with no issues at any of the airports used. Hotel accommodations were not the best for antenna effectiveness and tour activities prevented operation when 20m propogation was best. Worked some EU stations from my second story hotel room in Kinsale using a 25 foot end fed wire and the ATU in the K1. Power source was a battery pack made up of 8 series AA cells. Power output was set at 4w. The rig performed flawlessly and has now logged contacts in KH6, G, and EI. 73/72 Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch,CO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Dropping the Code Test
When I took the Extra exam in 1968, it was several years after taking the General exam and there was no Advanced class. I had to study for it quite a lot. Those who got their Extra license earlier would tell me that the exam was much easier when I took it than when they did as they needed to draw schematics of circuitry to pass and I didn't. That did not take the edge off my feeling of accomplishment. I assume that the more recent Extra class hams share in that feeling of accomplishment. 73 Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch,CO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
[Elecraft] KXPD1
Great order support from Elecraft. A local ham (WI6T) let me use his KXPD1 on Sunday, and I placed an order for mine on Sunday night. Got an email on Tuesday that said it was shipped. Arrived in the mailbox on Thursday. Got it built Thursday night and it works well (took a test run at 20 wpm, 25 wpm,30 wpm and 35 wpm with no sending errors and the paddle has a great feel). A very nice addition to the KX1. Moral of the story. The Elecraft products sell themselves OR Elecraft has built a reputation for exceptional design and service. 73 Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch,CO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] push buttons
Earl Try _http://www.niftyaccessories.com/Elecraft_RefGuide.htm_ (http://www.niftyaccessories.com/Elecraft_RefGuide.htm) Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch, CO K2 #3652 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] 160 m contest
Dave Worked 31 stations in 15 states and VE5 with my FT-817 and "special" 160m antenna. I feed the center conductor of my coax feedline from basement to attic tuned with my ATU. Guess I need to install the 160m option in my K2. I did notice that the FT-817 roofing filter will not eliminate intermods from my local 160m neighbors. The K2 should do much better. I also got 5NNs on all contacts but I bet I was 219 on most of them. 73/72 Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch, CO K2 #3652, K1 #545 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] 160 on the K2
I have not put the 160m module in my K2 but I do have some experience in operating QRP on 160m from my antenna restricted QTH. I found that the feedline run I placed in my house from basement to attic (when the house was being framed) will tune up with my external Z11 ATU on 160m and I run my FT-817 at 5w on that band. I only can make contacts during the contests and the majority of those are with stations with very large antennas. Still, a lot of fun doing more with less. 73/72 Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch, CO K2 #3652 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Your favorite bands
For QRP DX 10m cw during sunspot peaks For QRP DX during sunspot dips 40m cw at sunrise For my list of favorites: Third Day Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Cream Dave Brubeck quartet Dan NØTK ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraftHelp: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K1 enthusiast wonders ??
Carl I too like my K1 a lot. My K2 is the main station rig and the K1 travels with me. I have used it operating portable in Maui and in London and it packs very well. Installed the KAT1 before the London trip and worked Europeans on 20m with a wire tossed out the hotel window. Ran at both DX locations off of 8 AA cells. While the K2 and KX1 seem to be more popular, I consider the K1 to be a best buy from Elecraft. 73 Dan NØTK K1 # 545, K2# 3652 ___ 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
