[Elecraft] K3 Strange noise
Recently I've been hearing a strange noise. I've installed the latest FW 2.46 but I'm not sure when this started. It's only audible from an external speaker and cannot be heard through the front headphone jack. The noise is a random, pulsating tone of about 360Hz and sounds a bit like RTTY but only one tone. It follows the band noise. It shows up on any band, any frequency. With the antenna disconnected, it disappears. It can be heard in any mode. I can swing the manual notch across the spectrum and it disappears when set to about 360HZ. Please someone check for this. Settings: 1. Antenna connected 2. Tune to any band, any mode. 3. Do not tune in a signal. 4. Must use an external speaker plugged into rear jack. 5. Fitler opened wide. 6. Listen closley under the band noise for low pitch, pulsating tone around 320 to 400 hz. Let me know if you hear anything like this. Thanks. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] Ferrite transformer losses, 43-foot vertical and the K3
Phil. Questions: 1. Why would one use a balun when both the antenna and coax are unbalanced? Wouldn't a unun be appropriate? 2. What are the swrs at the balun? The swr at the K3 doesn't tell us much since the length of the coax affects it greatly. Steve Ellington N4LQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Phil Debbie Salas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 4:21 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Ferrite transformer losses, 43-foot vertical and the K3 Because of some earlier discussions here, I wanted to actually measure losses in a 4:1 ferrite transformer. I wanted this info as I have a home-brew 43-foot vertical and these transformers are what seem to be recommended for matching to this antenna. I used a FT240-61 ferrite toroid which has a permeability of 125. I chose 16-gauge speaker wire to experiment with. This is because I want to eventually use high voltage wire, and 16-gauge is the largest gauge 2-conductor high-voltage wire I could find (McMaster-Carr 9634T701 @ $2.65/foot). I built a 4:1 unun, as I am feeding an unbalanced vertical antenna. And I decided to go with a voltage balun as this is a simpler structure than a current balun or unun. With a little experimentation, I was able to build a very good 1.8-30 MHz 4:1 unun. This consists of 12-turns of the 16-gauge speaker wire on the FT-240-61. As the voltage balun is a little inductive causing degradation at the higher frequencies, I tuned this out with a 33pf capacitor across the 50 ohm input. This gave me a transformer with 1.2:1 SWR at 1.8 MHz, but less than 1.1:1 from 3.5-30 MHz. In order to measure loss, I built a second identical transformer and connected these back-to-back. I measured insertion loss with both an Array Solutions PowerMaster, and a Tektronix TDS-2200 digital oscilloscope. I made all measurements with 20 watts of RF power on my workbench. Bottom line: Loss through both transformers was less than ½-watt (20 watts forward power) from 1.8-30 MHz. This is just a little over 1% of loss in each transformer. Even if my measurements are off by a factor of two, this is still pretty much insignificant loss. Next I installed one of these transformers at the base of my 43-foot vertical. My radial system isn't the best in the world because of the space I'm restricted to. I have about a dozen random-length radials with lengths up to about 50-feet. My transmission line is 60-feet of Andrew ½-inch Heliax that transitions to a 3-foot section of LMR-400 inside my house going to the K3. My Array Solutions PowerMaster is located immediately at the output of the K3. The SWR measured with the PowerMaster was as follows: 160: 4.9:1 80: 6.3:1 60: 3.3:1 40: 3.2:1 30: 3.2:1 20: 3:1 17: 2.1:1 15: 1.9:1 12: 1.4:1 10: 2.2:1 Obviously, these mismatches are easily handled by the internal K3 auto-tuner. And line loss is minimal because the mismatch isn't very high, and the transmission line is very low loss. The 16-gauge speaker wire on the FT240-61 core seems to be working fine even with 600 watts out of my ALS-600 amplifier. However, I do have some of that expensive McMaster-Carr high-voltage wire on order. Anyway, I just thought I'd share these measurements with the group. Phil - AD5X ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1679 - Release Date: 9/18/2008 5:03 PM ___ 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] K3 - Rear panel mike socket; stereo or mono?
Normally a computer mic. has a condenser element and requires DC bias via the mic. jack. Don't use a mono adapter. Set your menu for rPH bias. The 'mono' label is tricky. I think it means that the mic. audio is mono but not the jack. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: stewart rolfe [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 4:26 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 - Rear panel mike socket; stereo or mono? Been trying out a pc type headset with boom mike and a 3.5mm stereo plug on the mike lead. Having what I like to think of as a logical mind(?), I made up a 3.5mm stereo to mono adapter to plug into the socket on the rear of the K3 which is labeled 'mono'. This 'sort of' worked but kept losing the connection intermittently. The adapter plug did seem to be a bit of a loose fit which caused me have a closer look at the KIO3 analogue board and I noticed that the mono mike socket appeared to be a stereo type with presumably, just the tip connected. Anyhow I just plugged the stereo plug from the boom mike straight into the 'mono' socket and it works fine, better fit too. Can't find any mention of this in the manual so wondering if the use of a stereo plug is the recommended way...? 73, Stewart Rolfe, GW0ETF (K3 145) PS. The VOX on the K3 is a joy to use. ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.6.14/1644 - Release Date: 8/31/2008 4:59 PM ___ 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] NR
Don Check your RX EQ and make sure it's not got some gain cranked on any freq. band. NR can really make SSB sound bad if you've peaked up the EQ for CW like I do. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: W2XB [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 8:38 AM Subject: [Elecraft] NR Good morning, Need a little help setting up the NR. When I use it cuts out the white noise but the voice is muffled. Sounds like it is being over driven and kinda fades in and out.Signal sounds better with it off. Tried all the setting (F1 thru F4). Don...w2xb -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/NR-tp797704p797704.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.6.14/1645 - Release Date: 9/1/2008 7:19 AM ___ 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] K3 Harmonic Distortion
Jim None of those things helps. I can reduce my LINE OUT gain to 1 and still see the 3rd harmonic easily on the waterfall. I've had many rigs and this is the first to do this. There was a thread about this not long ago. Do a nabble search on ghost. There is also some distortion in the speaker output but I'm told that this is a separate amplifier. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Jim Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 12:05 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Harmonic Distortion On Mon, 01 Sep 2008 14:30:45 +0100, Berni G0IDA wrote: I hope there is a cure for this as it's frustrating listening to CW with this sort of distortion. There are three things you should do. 1) Make sure that the AGC is on, and that the CONFIG AGC settings are at the defaults. 2) Reduce the LINEOUT GAIN (on the CONFIG menu) to a value less than about 4. This prevents distortion that could occur in the output transformer. 3) Adjust the input gain of your computer so that you have enough signal for the decoder to function, but not enough to cause distortion. This should correct any problems. 73, Jim K9YC ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.6.14/1645 - Release Date: 9/1/2008 7:19 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Kent Single Lever Paddles
It's not the single vs. dual lever issue that bothers these guys. It's the iambic mode, a or b. Mode B has been the standard since the early 70's. TenTec came out with their KR-40 which is mode b and ever since then mode A has been a step child. All JA rigs use mode B now. Basically, mode B has enough brains to know if you held in a lever long enough to produce the last element without actually starting to send it. People who learned on mode B, trying to send the letter C on a mode A machine will end up sending the letter K. The last dit is dropped because it wants you to hold in the dit button until that dit has started to form. Mode A people who try to send C end up sending KA _._._ because they hold the dit lever in too long. Both modes are iambic since holding in both levers results in alternate dits and dahs. It's just a matter of when to let go! A single lever paddle works equally well with either mode. In fact when you consider the entire alphabet, less finger movement is required with the single lever paddle. This came as a shock to me. Check the letter C. On a single lever we swing left, right, left, right. That's 4 movements. With duals, we (push left and hold), (push right and hold), (release left), (release right) for letter C. So we have the same number of movements with either paddle. Now let's do A. With single lever we swing left, swing right, release. 3 moves. With duals, we push left and hold, push right, release left, release right. 4 moves! It all happens so fast that you don't realize you are doing it. The Kent single lever paddle is a precision device. I prefer a wider finger piece over the thin paddle Kent uses however. The K3 works well with either single or duals. It doesn't know the difference. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: WILLIS COOKE [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Jack Regan [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, August 31, 2008 6:16 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Kent Single Lever Paddles Why do you need special interface for a single lever paddle? It works the same as an Iambic paddle except that you can't close both contacts at once. Willis 'Cookie' Cooke K5EWJ --- On Sun, 8/31/08, Jack Regan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Jack Regan [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Elecraft] Kent Single Lever Paddles To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Date: Sunday, August 31, 2008, 3:10 PM Last week I asked K3 Support if single lever paddle support was on the to to do list. Gary Surrency responded that it was not but would be considered. within days the answer came back that it would not be supported due to the small number of users affected. At first I was a little annoyed but now I am all right with that decision because I have found that I can in fact use my Kent paddle with a slap and dash technique with the K3 internal keyer just the way it is. 1. I changed my weighting to 1.25 and selected MODE A. 2. I used the TEXT DECODE function to get feedback. 3. I made sure I was consistently as fast as possible with my keying of elements within a character when switching from dot(s) to dash(es). This technique cured my problem of things like CQ being seen NNMET Using the TEXT DECODE function also helped with getting rid of unwanted Farnsworth spacing between characters. The better I get at hearing CW the more annoying it becomes. It also makes sending a more natural rhythm. BTW, before I worked this method out I hooked up my microHam CW Keyer and used it and it worked FB with no effort on my part but I resented having an extra box and extra cables on my desk! In an attempt to clean up my station I went back to using the K3 keyer and worked things out! Not only did I get rid of the external keyer and cables but now the Kent single lever paddle is plugged into the paddle jack and so TEXT DECODE as well as TERMINAL mode in the K3 Utility both work on send and receive. Jack AE6GC, K3 1433, KX1 1403 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.6.14/1644 - Release Date: 8/31/2008 4:59 PM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to:
Re: [Elecraft] K3 - DSP ringing on CW SSB
Berni This sounds like harmonic distortion, not ringing. It's the same thing people are seeing on their PSK waterfalls and calling it a ghost. There's not much you can do about it. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Berni G0IDA [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, August 30, 2008 5:42 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 - DSP ringing on CW SSB Hi everyone, I have had my K3 almost a week and I am very happy with it :-) I do however hear what I would describe as a ringing sound (and always), perhaps caused by the DSP. When I tune to a CW signal with any filter configuration although less pronounced using 250Hz filter the tone of the signal is good. But when I tune away from it and QSY up the band the tone gets higher in frequency I can hear what I would call ringing and it is very slight but enough for it to be anoying. This does not always happen and may be if I press a combination of keys like NR, NB, WIDTH, SHIFT it causes this to go away, I haven't worked out if it is indeed a combination of keys or not. I've tried a different set of headphones just in case the headphones (Heil) were rattling but it is the same. This happens too on SSB as you tune away from the signal and is randomly there or not. Perhaps there are settings which optimize this? I have the RX EQ set up to cut the last 2 high frequencies off by 6dB and 10dB but it seems to make no difference how I set these. Does anyone else hear this very mild Ringing? 73's Berni G0IDA K3 #1474 -- ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.6.12/1640 - Release Date: 8/28/2008 6:58 PM ___ 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] v2.32 Beta and DSP filtering
Gary: Under the same conditions, my AFV is almost flat. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: W7TEA [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, August 29, 2008 11:13 AM Subject: [Elecraft] v2.32 Beta and DSP filtering I notice an appreciable drop in audio output when I narrow the DSP filter from 150hz to 100hz. AFV readings go from 971 to 343 on a 50uv signal from a XG-2. The 200hz filter is OFF. RX equalization is flat. I believe this is new in 2.32 but wouldn't swear to it and, of course, I trashed the prior beta firmware. Reloaded all firmware again this morning and the effect is still the same. Anyone else notice this? Thanks. 73, Gary W7TEA -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/v2.32-Beta-and-DSP-filtering-tp792402p792402.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.12/1640 - Release Date: 8/28/2008 6:58 PM ___ 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] K3 SSB on 40M
It occurrs on all bands when ESSB is turned on but the sideband varies. On 40 it's really obvious because low output happens in LSB. On 15m it's not obvious because it happens in USB. Elecraft just told me to install the new firmware which I had already done and to do an alignment via the menu. I'll fiddle with it later but I still think something is fishy. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: WA6L [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2008 5:55 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 SSB on 40M I had a similar problem with SSB from 30m through 160m. Is your low output only on 40? 73, John, WA6L Nick Henwood wrote: Can't get proper output on 40M SSB. Rig works fine on all other bands. On 40M gives full output on CW but when switched to SSB although the Comp and ALC readings are OK (i.e.as for all other bands) but there is very little RF output. Can't think of anything which is specific to 40M which I have switched on or off. Any ideas please (I don't use SSB much!)? 73 Nick G3RWF ___ 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 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-SSB-on-40M-tp790785p790789.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.12/1640 - Release Date: 8/28/2008 6:58 PM ___ 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] K3 ESSB/SSB firmware corrected; Beta revision now 2.32
Wayne I still see a large difference in LSB vs. USB when ESSB is ON. Which sideband is strongest varies by band. LSB is about 50% weaker than USB on 40 meters. Turning ESSB OFF cures the problem but my audio reports are far better with it ON. Is there anything I can do on this end or should I wait for firmware changes. I just want to know if this is normal. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2008 8:42 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 ESSB/SSB firmware corrected; Beta revision now 2.32 Well, this is why we do beta test Revision 2.32, now on our web site, corrects a major problem we introduced in rev 2.31 and somehow didn't catch during our own testing. ESSB should once again be functional, and LSB/USB balance in both normal SSB and ESSB should be improved. Also note that we're planning to further improve the ESSB passband in future revisions. At present when you select 4.0 kHz, for example, you might get a -3 dB cutoff of around 3700 Hz. While this is much wider than normal SSB, we think we can extend it. 73, Wayne N6KR --- 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.12/1640 - Release Date: 8/28/2008 6:58 PM ___ 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] CW mode AGC Slow-Fast- no different.
Serge Works ok on my K3. Config. AGC AGC-S higher number gives faster decay as should be. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Serge [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 10:04 AM Subject: [Elecraft] CW mode AGC Slow-Fast- no different. Hello I am not saw different in CW mode for AGC Slow-Fast?? firmware 2.23 ... config adjust no effect ... pse look. In SSB all well. 73 Serge -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/CW-mode-AGC-Slow-Fast--no-different.-tp685969p685969.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1604 - Release Date: 8/11/2008 5:50 AM ___ 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] K3 rough note on CW monitor
So I assume you are using one serial port to control the K3 and another to key it? Perhaps the PC is busy doing other task at times. This is why a lot of hams buy the Winkey keyer. I've been able to get by ok by using the parallel port on the pc and the LPT adapter from Hose Nose. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Julius Fazekas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 10:05 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 rough note on CW monitor This weekend I noticed that the CW sound was distorted and full of artifacts. This was listening to my own sending via headphones, keying was via N1MM through the serial port. I'm using MCU 2.22 / DSP 1.88. Any thoughts? thanks, Julius Julius Fazekas N2WN Tennessee Contest Group TnQP http://www.tnqp.org/ Elecraft K2/100 #3311 Elecraft K2/100 #4455 Elecraft K3/100 #366 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1604 - Release Date: 8/11/2008 5:50 AM ___ 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] CW mode AGC Slow-Fast- no different.
2,23 here Serge. Try reloading your firmware. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Serge [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 10:38 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] CW mode AGC Slow-Fast- no different. Steve I believe , but in my case exactly no different ... DATA mode- OK, USB-LSB-OK CW - ... Slow-Fast the same ... what your firmware? 73 Serge Serge Works ok on my K3. Config. AGC AGC-S higher number gives faster decay as should be. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/CW-mode-AGC-Slow-Fast--no-different.-tp685969p686049.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1604 - Release Date: 8/11/2008 5:50 AM ___ 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] a wish for a balance control
Lot's of headphones have individual volume controls. MFJ has a pair that sounds good. Theirs has volume and tone contols. http://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-392B For $25 they are hard to beat. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, August 09, 2008 9:11 AM Subject: [Elecraft] a wish for a balance control As a guy with frequent ear problems, I wish rigs had a balance control which puts more AF juice into one side of the headphones compared to the other. Age-ing hams can wish 73 Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1601 - Release Date: 8/8/2008 9:02 AM ___ 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] a wish for a balance control
At least those headphones work in data modeSome of the more expensive headphones are just analog! Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ron D'Eau Claire [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Elecraft Reflector' elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, August 09, 2008 11:58 AM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] a wish for a balance control -Original Message- Steve, N4LQ, wrote: Lot's of headphones have individual volume controls. MFJ has a pair that sounds good. Theirs has volume and tone contols. http://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-392B For $25 they are hard to beat. -- Oh, my word! Reading the ad I find this: Near zero loss on signal transmission from the gold plated plug and cord. I've seen many uncomplimentary comments about MFJ over the years, most of which, IMHO, weren't really justified, but this starts to change my mind. Maybe the ad writer was being paid by the word but that statement is almost in the class of the cryogenically-treated power cords for audio amps. Clicking on the photo for a close up shows the Styrofoam dummy head wearing them with the phone marked R on his left ear. Oh well, he doesn't pretend to be anything but a dummy from what I can see. I wonder if the cord really is gold plated like the ad said? Ron AC7AC ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1601 - Release Date: 8/8/2008 9:02 AM ___ 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] FS: MC-80 Mic. good for K3
For Sale: Kenwood MC-80 Microphone. Plugs directly into the front panel of the K3. Has internal battery for mic. No wiring changes needed. Up/Down buttons will require plug wiring changes for K3. Have not tested this function. Appearance is very good and audio sounds good with the K3 as it is. $65 shipped Conus. PayPal ok. Details http://www.universal-radio.com/CATALOG/mics/1026.html Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] Paddle for K3
There is an impedance mismatch between the Elecraft Hex Key and the K3 causing it to produce a ghost signal on harmonically related bands. I believe this is a firmware bug in the paddle and am asking Elecraft to look into this at once! I have tried to download the latest beta firmware for this paddle from the FTP server but my Macintosh which runs Firefox ver. br549 begins to send alternate dits and dahs. I am upset over the total lack of support here. BTW: I find that my Windom antenna works better on CW than on SSB. Could this the short and long halves of the antenna be the cause? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: John W2XS [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 8:25 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Paddle for K3 Both the Elecraft Hex Key and the Brown Brothers BTL-A paddles work great. I like the stability of a paddle that has little or no vertical movement of the paddle arms. The Hex key is heavy but the Brown Brothers is easier to adjust. alsopb wrote: What paddle to use is also a fitting topic. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Paddle-for-K3-tp680254p680464.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.12/1597 - Release Date: 8/7/2008 5:54 AM ___ 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] For Sale K1 4 bands with tuner
I am offering my K1 for sale. It is loaded with the following: K1-4. 4 bands 80, 40, 30 and 17 meters. KAT1 Internal automatic antenna tuner. Matches about anything. It is aligned and working perfectly. Looks new with no flaws. Non-smoking enviroment. Cost for a new kit is $478. Selling this one for $375. Shipped CONUS. PayPal accepted. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] For Sale K1 4 bands with tuner
SorryIt covers 40, 30, 20 and 17. Not 80! Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Fri, 2008-08-08 at 10:10 -0400, n4lq wrote: I am offering my K1 for sale. It is loaded with the following: K1-4. 4 bands 80, 40, 30 and 17 meters. KAT1 Internal automatic antenna tuner. Matches about anything. It is aligned and working perfectly. Looks new with no flaws. Non-smoking enviroment. Cost for a new kit is $478. Selling this one for $375. Shipped CONUS. PayPal accepted. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1601 - Release Date: 8/8/2008 9:02 AM ___ 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] Re: K3 Audio
I see the same extra stripe using mixw and an RF generator. I had to turn down the line out of the K3 to 001 and crank up the sound card to max inorder to eliminate it. The level is a bit weak now and needs more gain. There is something not quiet right here. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Jim Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 1:19 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 Audio On Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:30:55 +0100, Andrew Forrest wrote: It appears that this effect is nothing to do with clipping or transformer saturation but some kind of mixing. I'm also not convinced that this particular screen shot is non- linear distortion. It could be aliasing in the FFT software that's part of the decoder. On the other hand, the pdf below DOES show both harmonic distortion and IM distortion on the Line Output when the Line Out level is set too high (driving the transformer being driven beyond it's ratings). http://audiosystemsgroup.com/K3FilterStudy.pdf 73, Jim Brown K9YC ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.6.0/1601 - Release Date: 8/8/2008 9:02 AM ___ 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] K3 Heil Adapter, which one?
Eric Eric Bob Heil needs to be straightened out on this since he's telling people to buy the Yaesu adapter. Personally I think there's a market here for a desk mic. with Elecraft's name on it. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2008 12:33 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Heil Adapter, which one? I'd like to clarify this point. Starting with the K2 in 1998, we designed our 'Elecraft Standard' 8 pin microphone connector to be compatible with the Kenwood -Dynamic- microphone pin out that is used on their HF radios, which represents the vast majority of 'Kenwood' style microphones out there. (Especially in 1998.) The other pins referred to below are only used for the electret element versions of the Kenwood microphones, which we intentionally did not design for. We never intended to work on every possible microphone combination used on Kenwood radios. I think the confusion on this issue arose when people started trying to use microphones that Kenwood sells on its VHF/UHF radios, some of which are of the electret variety and require power/bias on a separate pin. We never intended to be directly pin compatible with those microphones, since we were targeting the HF market. (It is quite easy though to modify the connector pin out on those mics to get the required voltage from the K3.) It should also be noted that most radio manufacturers have a microphone pin out that is unique to their product line. We broke this mold by picking what we felt was a widely used pin out for dynamic microphones to widen the usability of the K2 and subsequently the K3. This immediately opened up a wide range of mics for immediate use on the K2/K3 (-and- reduced our direct microphone sales). In any case, to help clarify this in the future, we'll start reworking our K2/K3 documentation to use the phrase 'generally pin compatible with Kenwood -dynamic- microphone pin outs.' ;-) 73, Eric WA6HHQ P.S. Yes, the 'Kenwood' Heil adapter is the correct one to use with their microphones and our rigs. Charles Harpole wrote: Elecraft K3 front mic socket (8 pin) is basically Kenwood standard, but Elecraft forgot to check the full pin-out and mistakenly reversed two pins that are used only on Kenwood hand mics and others not usually in the HF ham shack. Do beware of this fact. Altho it does not affect the Heil Kenwood adapter. Charles Harpole [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.12/1597 - Release Date: 8/7/2008 5:54 AM ___ 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] ESSB Problem 40m
When using ESSB, any bandwidth, on 40 meters, LSB output power drops about 50% compared to USB. Turning off ESSB gives 100% power in either mode. I reloaded the latest firmware, 2.23, no change. 20 meters is 100% output on either sideband. Suggestions? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 Heil Adapter, which one?
I was thinking about ordering a Heil headset and had a question about which adapter to order. I though it would turn out to be the Kenwood adpt. According to Bob Heil himselfIt's the Yaesu adapter. The confusion never ends. Yaesu had several ways of configuring their 8 pin mic jack. I read about some difference in Kenwood vs. the K3's pinout and now this. See Bob's replay to my query below. So who is confused? I sure am. Hi Steve Thanks for your note. Yes, there IS confusion because Elecraft began as a kit primarily. They suggested you follow Kenwood pin out but as you built it that was so nice and easy to change. They went to a Yaesu configuration with the K3. There is no confusion here. Yaesu. Never was anything else that I knew of. That works well. Ten Tec is using this same pin out and several of the QRP kits are following that so this is all good Steve. As far as our products - ANY of the dynamic elements work so for the headset, you use the AD-1Y (Yaesu) adapter and the headset using our HC 5 element. This is a terrific combination. The AD-1Y adapter has a 1/4 female output for the HS 2 or FS 2 PTT control. For microphones I would look at the PR 781 or GOLDLINE GM 5. Cable is the CC-1Y and again that has output for the PTT control of our handswitch of footswitch. Hope this helps. Let me know how best I can help form here, Steve. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 Heil Adapter, which one?
Ok...Thanks guys. I'm convinced. Bob must have lost it. I think Elecraft and him need to have a little talk. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Robert Brandon [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 2:11 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 Heil Adapter, which one? And I just plugged in a Kenwood hand mike. Worked like a champ. Robert K5PI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill W4ZV Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 12:48 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Heil Adapter, which one? n4lq wrote: I was thinking about ordering a Heil headset and had a question about which adapter to order. I though it would turn out to be the Kenwood adpt. According to Bob Heil himselfIt's the Yaesu adapter. I've been using the Kenwood adapter including footswitch since December with no problems. Maybe Bob Heil is having a senior moment.. 73, Bill -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Heil-Adapter%2C-which-one--tp676288p676445.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.12/1595 - Release Date: 8/6/2008 8:23 AM ___ 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] ESSB Problem 40m
I thought the problem had gone away however I discovered I had the ESS option turned off instead. I need someone to test this. You must be on 40 meters, LSB in ESSB mode. Compare upper and lower SSB power outputs. I see about 50% power in LSB. When I whistle in the mic, the power jumps quickly to 100w then quickly decreases to 50w. Not so in USB. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Cc: Gary Surrency [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 11:18 AM Subject: [Elecraft] ESSB Problem 40m When using ESSB, any bandwidth, on 40 meters, LSB output power drops about 50% compared to USB. Turning off ESSB gives 100% power in either mode. I reloaded the latest firmware, 2.23, no change. 20 meters is 100% output on either sideband. Suggestions? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.12/1595 - Release Date: 8/6/2008 8:23 AM ___ 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] K3 and Heil Microphones
I've always though the entire Heil thing was bunk They use the same little element in all mics and the shape-size of the case gives them a little different sound. They paint them gold and install them in large, empty metal cases to help our ego. I am now using a cheap computer headset and with the new ESSB mode, I'm getting glowing audio reports without asking. The change to ESSB was instantly noticed by locals and drew rave comments. Any decent mic. with a flat response and a wind shield can be made to sound equal or better than a Heil by adjusting the EQ. The 1/8 inputs on the back of the K3 are a Godsend. A PTT mic. would be nice but I just use a foot switch plugged into the PTT jack on the back (another cool feature). Sometimes I put the foot switch on the desktop and it becomes a pound-to-talk button. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ian Maude [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 6:39 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Heil Microphones Gary Gregory wrote: I do not question Heil Sounds quality in microphones, but I do question the quality of audio produced from the Goldline Mics when connected to the K3.I did try both elements of course. Perhaps they have a better mic for use with the K3..? You have a completely different experience to me Gary. I use a Goldline with Studio and HC-5 inserts and it rocks. I have little EQ in at all and I get consistently good reports from it. For PTT I use a small plastic box with 2 switches, one latching, the other momentary. It fits in my hand nicely and cost me a couple of pounds to make. I have my mic on a boom out of personal preference which hides the cable somewhat. 73 Ian -- Ian J Maude, G0VGS SysOp GB7MBC DX Cluster Member RSGB, GQRP K2 #4044 |K3 #455 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.12/1596 - Release Date: 8/6/2008 4:55 PM ___ 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 ESSB?
Is the ESSB enhancement coming today? Thought I read that somewhere. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] K3: KRX3 Shipping?
Does Elecraft notify you before shipping to be sure you still want it? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Phil Debbie Salas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 6:34 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3: KRX3 Shipping? Is anyone receiving their KRX3s? My order has been in for over 13 months, but no sign of it yet! The S/N of my K3 is 467. Jerry AI6L I ordered mine on May 2, 2007 with my K3 (no deposit). K3 received end-of-January, and KRX3 received TODAY! Phil - AD5X ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.7/1580 - Release Date: 7/29/2008 5:26 PM ___ 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] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions
CW sidetone should follow the AF gain control and be adjustable so they are about the same level. Why would anyone want a fixed sidetone level? Changing from speaker to headphones requires readjustment of the sidetone level. When the xyl turns on the washing machine, I have to turn up the AF gain then the sidetone is buried in noise so I have to crank it up. Many of us with Omni VI's performed a simple mod that allowed sidetone to track with the AF gain. Kenwood got it right with tracking sidetone. I think most Icoms do too. Yaesu was really bad. On the MP you had to reach behind the rig and find a little knob to change sidetone level!! So if there were some way to merge sidetone into AF gain, I would love it...73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 1:53 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions Just out of curiosity what do you gentlemen prefer? Do you like things better the way the K3 does things where the monitor level is a fixed output regardless of the AF knob. Or is the way the K1 does things more preferred. The STL menu entry allows one to set the side tone monitor as an offset from the RX level. So you set the monitor level and it gets louder or quieter as you adjust the AF Gain. My personal preference is the K1 method. I like this because if my wife is sleeping then I like to turn down the volume (if not go all the way and use headphones). I like to have the sidetone go down as well rather than make a separate adjustment. I'm not asking for any changes. Just curious to hear the thoughts of others on this topic. ~Brett (KC7OTG) ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1576 - Release Date: 7/27/2008 4:16 PM ___ 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] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions
David I do have the K3 and know how to adjust the sidetone. I just prefer having the AF gain and sidetone track to one control. Also, I like to be able to adjust the sidetone level while sending CW which you can't do on the K3. When you push the mon button you get a constant sidetone. You cannot hear the other guy sending no can you send cw yourself while doing this. This is very weird and I have never seen a rig act like this. It's not a deal breaker but it sure seems crude. Rigs such as the IC-756PRO have a little sidetone level knob that allows you to simply increase or decrease the sidetone level while sending or receiving with no interruptions. That's how it should be. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: David Pratt [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 7:54 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions In a recent message, n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote ... CW sidetone should follow the AF gain control and be adjustable so they are about the same level. ... Many of us with Omni VI's performed a simple mod that allowed sidetone to track with the AF gain. Yes, Steve, but on here we're talking about the Elecraft K3 on which the sidetone level is a simple matter of just pushing and turning a knob. Do try a K3 sometime and you will find how simple it is. 73 -- David G4DMP Leeds, England, UK -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1576 - Release Date: 7/27/2008 4:16 PM ___ 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] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions
Again I agree. Changing the sidetone level or pitch requires us to listen to the constant tone which covers up everything. I think the intent was good but a bit impractical. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 9:21 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions I don't adjust the sidetone level very often. Not sure I'd like to have it vary with the AF Gain. I think I like having it as a reference audio level. Mine is set at 25. What I would like is the option to adjust the PITCH without hearing the sidetone. In other words, listening to a weak signal I want to adjust it's pitch (offset) for best copy. Different signal conditions can warrant the use of different pitches for optimum copy. But you can't do this with the sidetone overriding the received audio. Even if you set the sideone level to zero the received audio is blocked whenever PITCH is on. 73, Drew AF2Z On Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:53:14 -0700, Brett (KC7OTG) wrote: ?Just out of curiosity what do you gentlemen prefer? Do you like things better the way the K3 does things where the monitor level is a fixed output regardless of the AF knob. Or is the way the K1 does things more preferred. The STL menu entry allows one to set the side tone monitor as an offset from the RX level. So you set the monitor level and it gets louder or quieter as you adjust the AF Gain. My personal preference is the K1 method. I like this because if my wife is sleeping then I like to turn down the volume (if not go all the way and use headphones). I like to have the sidetone go down as well rather than make a separate adjustment. I'm not asking for any changes. Just curious to hear the thoughts of others on this topic. ~Brett (KC7OTG) ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1577 - Release Date: 7/28/2008 6:55 AM ___ 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] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions
Good point and there's probably no one answer to this therefore it should be made configurable. At least, the constant tone feature for level and pitch should be optional. Basically, if I could just reach for a knob and turn it when I want to change sidetone level during a QSO, I would be happy. Oh..heck...I'm already happy but this gives us something to discuss. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bob Cunnings [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 11:16 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions Sidetone level should be independently adjustable IMO. I use headphones. When operating QSK, if I've run up the AF gain to hear a weak station, I don't want to be blasted by high sidetone level when I start sending, as would be the case if sidetone level tracked the AF gain. I don't want to have to adjust the AF gain control between sending and receiving under those circumstances to control the sidetone level. Bob NW8L On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 11:53 PM, Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just out of curiosity what do you gentlemen prefer? Do you like things better the way the K3 does things where the monitor level is a fixed output regardless of the AF knob. Or is the way the K1 does things more preferred. The STL menu entry allows one to set the side tone monitor as an offset from the RX level. So you set the monitor level and it gets louder or quieter as you adjust the AF Gain. My personal preference is the K1 method. I like this because if my wife is sleeping then I like to turn down the volume (if not go all the way and use headphones). I like to have the sidetone go down as well rather than make a separate adjustment. I'm not asking for any changes. Just curious to hear the thoughts of others on this topic. ~Brett (KC7OTG) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1577 - Release Date: 7/28/2008 6:55 AM ___ 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: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Antennas in trees
I use a reel with 6 lb line and a wrist rocket from Walmart with a lead fishing weight. Lay the reel on the ground and shoot the weight over the top of the tree. I try to avoid large limbs. You want the line over the soft bushy limbs. They act as a spring or shock absorber. Use the line to pull up some nylon twine then use the twine to pull up your rope. The wind can blow all it wants and those soft limbs act like a nice cushion. I've even been know to run insulated antenna wire right through a tree with no ill effects on the HF bands. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ralph Tyrrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 1:37 PM Subject: RE: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Antennas in trees The ARRL Antenna Book suggests using a pulley and counter weight to allow for the varying distances between trees caused by wind. At my former QTH, Ellijay GA, I noticed that in very gusty conditions sometimes the support trees moved in opposite directions at the same time. I decided to make my counterweight out of an eight foot length of 5/16 chain. Put about a third of the length of the chain on the ground during no wind conditions. Now as the wind moves the trees more of less of the chain gets lifted off the ground. This gives a gradual increment in the weight of the counterweight. The antenna that I had up was 88' of #18 insulatd wire up 40', center fed with 450 Ohm line. With this antenna I got into ECN on 40 and 20 using the K1 just about every time I tried. (Kevin, wish I could find a place for this type of antenna where I now live.) I was concerned about the sudden change of weight caused by a solid one piece weight hitting the ground or lifted off the ground. With one third of the chain on the ground the weight does not swing in the breeze. 73, Ty, W1TF, K1 #1423, K3 #696 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1577 - Release Date: 7/28/2008 6:55 AM ___ 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] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions
Using a set of computer speakers which have their own gain control allows you to adjust the overall AF gain, including the sidetone then use the AF gain control on the K3 to adjust for band noise. That's how I avoid having to fiddle with the sidetone level. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Nick-WA5BDU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 7:21 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions I hadn't noticed that they didn't track until this thread, so I guess status quo is OK with me. Just now, I found that in swapping between speaker and phones, I do not feel the need to adjust the sidetone level. While transmitting ... well, it can be disconcerting to start transmitting full QSK and the band noise is so loud you can't hear your sidetone. But as one poster said, you could turn down the AF gain in that case as a quick interim cure. During noisy contests, I like the keep the sidetone level high. A dedicated knob would be nice, but not worth the panel space for just that function. I'm well pleased with the ease of accessing both pitch and sidetone level -- much easier than on the FT-1000 I sold to buy the K3. Adjust pitch without hearing it? I can't imagine that. Bonus opinion: I like the CCW for less bandwidth of the Width control. Can I have a little more banjo in the monitor? 73--Nick, WA5BDU ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1578 - Release Date: 7/28/2008 5:13 PM ___ 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] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions
How about eliminating the tone when pushing either pitch or mon and only producint the tone when pushing spot? That seems like a good compromise. That way we could change pitch or st level mid-QSO and still have the tone available when we want it. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 10:25 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sidetone Monitor Preference Opinions On Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:21:17 -0500, Nick, WA5BDU wrote: Adjust pitch without hearing it? I can't imagine that. I wasn't suggesting that the ability to adjust sidetone pitch be eliminated. Merely that we have the additional ability to interactively adjust the pitch of the received signal. Yes, both pitches are the same. But as it is now you cannot hear the effect on the signal itself while adjusting PITCH-- the received audio is cut off and the sidetone comes on. This makes it difficult to tell what pitch is optimum for the particular signal and the given reception conditions. IOW, I don't really care what the sidetone pitch is-- one is as good as another. It is the offset pitch of the signal that is important. So why not be able to adjust it for best copy under current conditions? We can adjust the volume of a signal while listening to it; so why not the pitch? Depending on noise, QRM, keying characteristics, speed, etc. you might want to alter the pitch for better copy. I think it would be useful. 73, Drew AF2Z ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1578 - Release Date: 7/28/2008 5:13 PM ___ 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] WIDTH control - Was: ON4UN has a K3?
I often hit the band button when I want to turn the rig off. Seems natural that the power button would be on top. No biggie Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: hank k8dd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2008 9:33 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] WIDTH control - Was: ON4UN has a K3? - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The panel layout works for me too. Anyone who has used it for awhile will realize they know where many of the functions are without needing to read the labels as to what is a tap and what is a push, etc. The only one I had trouble with was the WIDTH control. For some reason I kept expecting the filter b/w to become narrower as I turned it clockwise... 73, Drew AF2Z I agree It seems strange that the WIDTH control turns to the left for narrower when the Filter display goes right I thought I was the only one that felt this way. There are a handful of things that seem strange that you have to get used to on this radio! 73HankK8DD ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.6/1574 - Release Date: 7/25/2008 4:27 PM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Antennas in trees
All you need is a dog, a cat and a rifle. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Martin Evans [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 12:46 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft Antennas in trees Sorry for the off topic query but a few years ago I saw on this reflector a link to a site which showed a design for a system of two poles and cords which was used to drop a weight over a tree bow and get further up the tree by stages. I cannot use a projectile since there is a house immediately behind. Anybody spotted this design? Thanks Martin M0KWV, K1 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.5/1571 - Release Date: 7/24/2008 5:42 PM ___ 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] K3 Beta Release Update (MCU 2.20, DSP 1.88)
WOW...It's nice and loud now! Better than ever. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 12:26 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Beta Release Update (MCU 2.20, DSP 1.88) Several customers noticed a problem with noise reduction in yesterday's beta release (MCU 2.19/DSP 1.87). This has been corrected, and we've changed the revisions to 2.20 / 1.88. The files are available now. See: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm 73, Wayne N6KR --- 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.5/1570 - Release Date: 7/24/2008 6:59 AM ___ 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] K#: 2.20 / 1.88
In CW mode I see 8db of audio gain with NR engaged. In SSB, a reduction (not measured). It depends on what is being processed. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Brett Howard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Stan Rife [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 10:49 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K#: 2.20 / 1.88 Hate to ask the stupid question but do you have a signal in the passband when you activate it? If so are you using it on a CW or SSB signal when you notice this level reduction? On Thu, 2008-07-24 at 21:38 -0500, Stan Rife wrote: Is there an audio gain function for the NR? My audio is substantially reduced when the NR is engaged. More so if I have an aggressive setting for the NR? Stan W5EWA Houston, TX K2/100 SN 4216 K3/100 SN 0690 David and Dianne on Comcast wrote: Running my SLP at 7 and THR at 6. I may run it at SLP 8 and THR 5. I'm not sure yet. The linearity of the new SLP function works very well. My AF is on high range and running at 9 O'clock position. The NR audio level seems much improved and balanced between engaged and not engaged, perhaps even a little too loud with NR engaged. I like it. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.5/1571 - Release Date: 7/24/2008 5:42 PM ___ 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] Mode Disable????
I think the modes are arranged in order of popularity with SSB being at the top and FM at the bottom. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: alsopb [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 1:50 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Mode Disable Dave, Tell me with a straight face that you never overshoot a mode and end up at something other then CW/SSB. Also throw in AM or FM into the mix and now you have 3 modes which are not sequential. Besides, your algorithm actually requires one to remember something. Since you can't see the modes you're not in, is the direction up or down? Mind clutter is something you learn to avoid as you age. Up down buttons to me have always been a game of roulette anyhow. Sometimes you stop where you want, sometimes not. 73 de Brian/K3KO Dave Agsten wrote: Brian, K3KO wrote: It's a pain to cycle through FM/AM just to get from CW/SSB -- since the proper one press direction to go isn't something that one should clutter their minds with My K3 doesn't have to go through AM and FM to get from to get from CW to SSB. I just press the ^ to go from CW to SSB and the opposite direction to go from SSB back to CW. There are no modes inbetween that you have to pass through. I'm not sure where this problem coming from.. 73, Dave N8AG ___ 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 -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/RE%3A-Mode-Disable-tp576985p577049.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.4/1566 - Release Date: 7/22/2008 6:00 AM ___ 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 BCB reception weak
Is sensitivity very low below about 1000khz in the BC band or is it just me? It really drops off there and I can only pick up a couple of really strong stations below that. I did install the KBF3. Does that attenuate the BC band? I did make sure the ATU was in bypass. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] K3 BCB reception weak
Wow. Thanks Scott. That made all the difference! I have a real problem here with WHAS on 840khz. This is a 50kw station and it totally overloads the K3. I use an ICE BCB filter inline with the rig just so it can be used on HF. Some rigs are less affected by this station but not the K3. What I really need is a series tuned trap for 840khz but I guess that would need to be home brewed and installed in the front end. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Scott Prather [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'n4lq' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2008 9:28 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 BCB reception weak Steve: The K3's PIN diode T/R switch displays quite a bit of attenuation in the broadcast band, especially below about 1 MHz (I've measured 18 dB attenuation at 500 kHz). The only solution I'm aware of is to install the KXV3. With the external antenna input provided on this interface (which bypasses the PIN diode T/R switch) the K3 is an excellent performer on the BCB. Scott N7NB -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n4lq Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2008 12:29 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 BCB reception weak Is sensitivity very low below about 1000khz in the BC band or is it just me? It really drops off there and I can only pick up a couple of really strong stations below that. I did install the KBF3. Does that attenuate the BC band? I did make sure the ATU was in bypass. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.138 / Virus Database: 270.5.1/1559 - Release Date: 7/17/2008 6:08 PM ___ 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] 80m QRN LP-PAN does it's thing
I just completed a cw qso on 80m. Static is running 10 - 20 db over S9 tonight. There is nearly 1000 miles between us and the other station was using a magnetic loop antenna for transmitting made from 18ft. of copper pipe, 3ft. above the ground. Using the K3 under these conditions was rough. I tried every filter and NR setting and kept having trouble with static pumping the agc and blipping out letters. AGC fast or slow made no difference. I then switched over to the LP-PAN which in addition to being a bandscope, functions as my second receiver. I was able to copy him perfectly with the LP-PAN, even with it's agc on slow, there is no pumping which seems rather strange to me. Maybe some adjustment to the agc-slp or agc-thr would help. Any suggestions for QRN conditions? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] FS: K1 band module
For sale: KFL1-2, band module for K1. Built for 80 and 20 meters. Assembled, working and tested, ready to plug in and go. I now have the 4 bander and no longer need this. $65 shipped CONUS. PayPal accepted. Reply off list to email address below. 73 Steve Ellington N4LQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..?
I have changed a few SMTs and it's not easy no matter what people tell you. I used a product called Chip Quick. Go here: http://www.chipquik.com/ Their solder melts at 135 degrees F., mixes with the original solder and makes chip removal much easier. Resoldering is the touchy part! 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Andy - GM0NWI [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Elecraft List' elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 4:06 PM Subject: [Elecraft] In The Ham Radio Shack SMT Work What Tools Are Required..? Hello Good People..! The title of this post say's it all really.. If one were going to succumb to the inevitable of the future... and include SMT WORK in the Shack in the same way we have undertaken general work with thru-hole technology... What Tools WOULD be required..? (In The Shack) To do a wide varying range of jobs that we see both NOW and possibly in the future..? I'm sure that everyone here would be VERY interested in folk's out there ideas ...know-how's ...PICTURES (hint hint !) and website links for sure... Apologies if this has been discussed previously to this depth... Just thought it an interesting Thread for everyone involved newbie's And Pro's alike.. 73's Andy GM0NWI No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 24/06/2008 07:53 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1516 - Release Date: 6/24/2008 7:53 AM ___ 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] No field day this year for W0CZ
This is almost as bad as those stupid Katigram things. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Mike Harris [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 2:40 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ G'day, And why do the 1000+ worldwide subscribers to this reflector need to be belaboured by this love-in stuff which has nothing whatsoever to do with Elecraft products or their use? Regards, Mike VP8NO - Original Message - From: Bruce Bowman, NM5B [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] No field day this year for W0CZ | re: Salvation Army... similar experience. I'll add my note of thanks! | | Bruce, NM5B ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1514 - Release Date: 6/23/2008 7:17 AM ___ 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] [K3] AFX operation
I could swear that the audio was louder from the left speaker than from the right with AFX turned on so I got out my trusty DB meter and measured each one. They are identical. I think this is caused by speaker location. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Jeff Kinzli N6GQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 7:41 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] AFX operation I have recently begun experimenting with my K3's AFX feature... This is not what I expected. What am I doing wrong? The K3 does not provide a space based on pitch which is apparently what you were expecting. That effect is on the list of things to consider for the future. BIN provides a fixed phase shift between the two channels. DLY provides a fixed (but user selectable) time delay between the two channels. I use DLY 3. Wayne prefers DLY 5. This is *all* what we call psychoacoustics, mainly because we like to use 5 syllable words to impress :-) Different listeners react in different ways to these settings. There is no correct one; use what you prefer, including OFF. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1515 - Release Date: 6/23/2008 7:16 PM ___ 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] 250 HZ XFIL QUESTION
Mark Why did you put that 250hz filter in slot 5 then select filter 2? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Mark [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, June 23, 2008 8:42 PM Subject: [Elecraft] 250 HZ XFIL QUESTION The below applies to cw mode only at this time. I have a basic K3 2.7hz 100 watt unit. Tonite I added an 8 pole 250 hz filter. After installation and software setup it appears that the filter does not work when I select filter 2. The radio was purchased assembled and the 2.7 hz filter is in slot one and i placed the 250hz filter in slot 5. However - if I select Dual Passband - the filter appears to work. The display shows both filter skirts and the bandwidth of the received signal is obviously isolated by the narrow setting. My questions are these: Do I have to use dual passband to use the 2nd filter? Does dual passband use some combination of main filter (2.7) and 250hz DSP filtering instead of passing the signal thru the first crystal filter and then the 250 hz crystal filter? If I have the K3 software setup correctly - if I select the 2nd filter - does this bypass the 2.7 hz filter and use the 2nd filter; and if so, why would it appear that my 250 hz filter is not passing a signal in this mode while it appears that it's passing it in Dual Passband mode. I'm aware that i've probably phrased my questions incomprehensibly, but I'm just wondering if i'm getting any use out of my 2nd 250hz crystal, or if it's not working because of some software setup error i've made or whether it's defective. Thanks - Mark (N5EAT) ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1515 - Release Date: 6/23/2008 7:16 PM ___ 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] Possible 2.02 FW glitch
Try hitting your AB button. I've had the same symptom after tuning outside of the hambands. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Mike N8XPQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Possible 2.02 FW glitch Yes it is on the K3. I have tested it in all modes and it occurs in all of them. I am not sure if it is related to a certain function I have enabled or not. I will keep digging into it. Let me know if you need further info. Mike Bud Semon N7CW wrote: Mike, I assume you mean for the K3. We probably need more info, but on a simple test, mine does not do that. 73, Bud N7CW -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike N8XPQ Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2008 4:09 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Possible 2.02 FW glitch Ok we will try this again, While on 160 meters if the VFO B knob is touched, the rig jumps uo to 75 meters. Has anyone else noticed this or can you duplicate it? Mike N8XPQ Mike N8XPQ wrote: - Mike Koetje N8XPQ -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Possible-2.02-FW-glitch-tp18060243p18060272.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com - Mike Koetje N8XPQ -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Possible-2.02-FW-glitch-tp18060243p18060460.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1513 - Release Date: 6/22/2008 7:52 AM ___ 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] K3 RX eq for CW
Drew: I have my sidetone pitch set for 550 Hz. The RX EQ is adjusted so that the 400 HZ band (button 4) is at +2 and the others above that are all set for -16. This eliminated a lot of QRN and other band noise plus gives a slight peak near the IF center. Speaker choice will play a roll in this decision. 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2008 9:16 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 RX eq for CW Just curious, has anyone found RX eq to be useful for CW? Just wondering what settings people like, if not flat. 73, Drew AF2Z ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1512 - Release Date: 6/21/2008 9:27 AM ___ 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] K3 RX eq for CW
Bud Nope. When you change from CW to SSB you'll have to redo those EQ settings. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bud Semon N7CW [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2008 6:44 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 RX eq for CW Steve, Thanks for this insight. Can the RX EQ be saved per mode, that is, one for SSB and one for CW? Thanks and 73, Bud N7CW -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n4lq Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2008 6:44 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 RX eq for CW Drew: I have my sidetone pitch set for 550 Hz. The RX EQ is adjusted so that the 400 HZ band (button 4) is at +2 and the others above that are all set for -16. This eliminated a lot of QRN and other band noise plus gives a slight peak near the IF center. Speaker choice will play a roll in this decision. 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2008 9:16 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 RX eq for CW Just curious, has anyone found RX eq to be useful for CW? Just wondering what settings people like, if not flat. 73, Drew AF2Z ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1512 - Release Date: 6/21/2008 9:27 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.1/1512 - Release Date: 6/21/2008 9:27 AM ___ 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] SDR processing delays, Flex 5000
The Flex 5000 has a wonderful receiver, great transmitter but those delays make QSK impossible. Also, it has a rather loud relay. The Flex is a hobby of it's own and many hours can be spent experimenting with all the settings. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Mike Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2008 2:21 PM Subject: [Elecraft] SDR processing delays, Flex 5000 Brian, Is the Flex 5000 any good on CW? My understanding is that the delays through the processing chain make it impossible to use QSK. Mike Scott - AE6WA Tarzana, CA (DM04 / near LA) K3-100 #508/ KX1 #1311 --- Date: Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:30:52 -0700 From: Brian Lloyd [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] SDR Adapter To: David Woolley (E.L) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed; delsp=yes As I understand it, the difficulty is not in feeding the IF into a Softrock, but in preventing the Softrock feeding its local oscillator into the K3 and compromising that's performance. Two words: buffer amp. Incidentally, the K3 *is* an SDR! Somewhat. It may be on the inside but to those of us on the outside it is still a monolithic radio. It is also locked into the processing power that it now has. It is difficult to take advantage of Moore's Law the way it is currently designed. (Moore's Law says that computing power per dollar doubles every 18 months. Anyone buying a PC understands this.) Also, we can't make changes. We are dependent on Lyle and Wayne to have the same interest we do in the features we want and we need them to do the work. This is the disadvantage of a closed environment. I have been on the fence for quite some time and have finally decided to go the route of a Flex 5000 instead of a K3. Even tho' I think that the K3 has a better receiver for traditional modes, I believe that the open software of the Flex and other hardware like the SoftRock will end up offering me more in the long run. Yes I give up some in BDR and IP3 but I get back huge flexibility and expandability with new modulation schemes. I can even hack the code if I want. So it is more appealing to the engineer/hacker in me. But I plan to stick with the K2 as a portable rig. I still really like that little radio. I would love to see Elecraft open up the code for the K2. -- 73 de Brian, WB6RQN Brian Lloyd - brian HYPHEN wb6rqn AT lloyd DOT 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.0/1509 - Release Date: 6/19/2008 8:00 AM ___ 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] K3 Auto Notch
Fred Autonotch is for SSB, not CW. Just push the NTCH button. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Fred Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 12:52 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Auto Notch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was talking with an average power of 4 Watts from Georgia to a fellow in Vermont, and a very loud tuner-upper dropped in. I hit the K3's Auto Notch and he completely disappeared. The notching was so complete that I turned it off to see if the tuner-upper had actually quit tuning, or if the Auto-Notch was just doing a great job. He hadn't stopped tuning. OK, how do I get the auto-notch to work? Mine is either OFF or MANUAL. I have been thinking it just wasn't implemented yet. Using MANUAL, it is truly astounding! K3 #642 uC: 1.99 d1: 1.76 d2: 00.00 FL: 00.02 dr: 00.00 73 Fred K6DGW Auburn CA CM98lw ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.4.0/1507 - Release Date: 6/18/2008 7:09 AM ___ 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] Auto-spot doesn't work in coarse tune mode
Be sure Coarse is not turned on. Hold in the Fine button. If coarse is engaged, CWT goes crazy when pushing Spot.. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Alan Bloom [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2008 6:57 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Auto-spot doesn't work in coarse tune mode Is this intended behaviour or a bug? When I am using coarse tuning mode with CWT enabled and hit the SPOT button, the search algorithm goes haywire and the transceiver ends up tuned 5-10 kHz or more off frequency. This is with firmware rev. 0196. Al N1AL ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.3.0/1504 - Release Date: 6/15/2008 5:52 PM ___ 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 Utility CW Terminal
The Terminal feature on the utility would make a nice CW keyboard but isn't there some way to keep it in transmit mode while I'm typing? As it is now, it appears that one must first type some text then select transmit inorder to make it send. So close but yet so farOr am I just missing something? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] N4PY software for K3 now available
N4PY software simply provides rig control. Basically its a very nice program allows you to totally control your rig via your PC and it cost $65 up front and $30 per year thereafter. HRD provides all the above plus all the digital modes, PSK, RTTY etc. etc. It's free. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Rasmussen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2008 11:05 AM Subject: [Elecraft] N4PY software for K3 now available Can anyone contrast N4PY (paid for) with HRD (free)? I have limited experience with HRD, but have never tried N4PY. Also have LP-PAN coming, looking for the best way to go with respect to software for it. TIA... [Elecraft] N4PY software for K3 now available Don Wilhelm w3fpr at embarqmail.com Thu Jun 5 09:52:57 EDT 2008 I just received a note from Carl Moreschi N4PY saying that his N4PY software now includes K3 support. If you are interested, you can check it out - his webpage is www.n4py.com. 73, Don W3FPR ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 270.0.0/1486 - Release Date: 6/5/2008 6:29 PM ___ 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] RE: K3 Thoughts
This is all wrong. No one should feel guilty for bringing up problems, making suggestions or discussing better ways to make the K3 operate. In fact, Elecraft designed the K3 with just this in mind and has already made dozens of firmware changes based on Better Ideas. Therefore, I refuse to accept any of this reprimand and hereby relegate the last posting to the scrap heap. I believe the K3 is without a doubt the best HF rig on the market right now and Elecraft will continue improving it based on our experiences and contributions. We should not be worried about accusations of whining and ME generations. Our complaints and suggestions are being monitored by Elecraft. Some can and will be adapted and some will not. The bandswitch issue is not a deal breaker for me or anyone else I know of. Yes, I would have done it differently. I would have just put one knob on the front panel for bandswitching instead of the band button. What a nostalgic concept! 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Dave Agsten [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, June 01, 2008 8:22 PM Subject: [Elecraft] RE: K3 Thoughts Well said John, The ME, ME, ME generation is everywhere these days. Unfortunately, that includes ham radio. All of the MEs want their own custom K3. I love the K3 just the way it is. I look forward to whatever Wayne, Eric and company decide to incorporate into the K3 or other radios in the future. I concede the fact that I don't know how to design a radio like the K3. Many on here apparently think they could do a better job with their better ideas. I'm willing to simply learn how to operate a new radio whether or not it has one button band selection, band stacking functions, or size issues, etc.etc.etc. So much of it comes across as whining, not constructive suggestions. Everyone has the right to make their own choice when purchasing a radio. If they don't like their K3, they can sell it and buy something that satisfies their ME without having to compromise. ( Good luck there!) Maybe these folks should spend more time operatng and less whining. 73, Dave N8AG ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.4/1477 - Release Date: 6/1/2008 5:28 PM ___ 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] K3 Memories - Band changing etc.
Julian Don't you need the DVR to make that happen? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: G4ILO [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, May 30, 2008 12:17 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Memories - Band changing etc. Bill Coleman N2BC wrote: I miss dedicated band buttons even though my main rig has been a K2 for the last couple years. Using the Quick Memories and M1..M4 work quite well though. But (you knew this was coming), the very thing that makes the Quick Memory function handy can also be its downfall. Try as I might to be careful, I continue to clobber the memory by pressing VM in error. Because the 00 - 09 locations are Quick Memories they are overwritten immediately when the numeric keypad entry is pressed. I just discovered a new way to abuse the K3 using this system. I programmed my Quick Memories to take me to frequencies in the CW part of each band, then M1 - M4 to take me to different parts of the band. So after pressing MV, 5 to take me to 15m (CW) I pressed MV, M3 to go to a different part of the band. Only either I didn't press MV hard enough so it didn't register, or I had a senior moment and didn't press it at all, so I transmitted the programmed contents of memory 3 at 100W into an untuned antenna. If you use the message memories then there is a risk of accidentally transmitting their contents if you are using the same buttons as per-band memories as well. - Julian, G4ILO K3 s/n: 222 K2 s/n: 392 G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/K3-Memories---Band-changing-etc.-tp17561737p17562868.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.4/1474 - Release Date: 5/30/2008 7:44 AM ___ 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] K3 - ESSB Availability
Oh here we go againStop trolling for flames guys. Now we will start this same old argument again. If one is so concerned about how much bandwidth they use then switch to QRP CW and forget about SSB. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bill Tippett [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2008 10:24 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 - ESSB Availability Every time I see the term ESSB I see red. I wonder if these folks have ever read FCC Part 97.307 (a) Emission Standards: (a) No amateur station transmission shall occupy more bandwidth than necessary for the information rate and emission type being transmitted, in accordance with good amateur practice. http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/regulations/news/part97/ Instead of playing wannabe broadcast engineer, why don't these folks try something really creative, like trying to see how *little* bandwidth they can use to communicate, instead of how much bandwidth they can consume? Icom has a lot of faults (like very misleading advertising) but I do commend them for limiting the bandwidth of their voice modes. End of rant. 73, Bill W4ZV ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.3/1472 - Release Date: 5/29/2008 7:27 AM ___ 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] K3 Bandswitching-My experiences to Date
Dave: (Another fine LQ) I'd still prefer the ICOM/TenTec method of bandswitch but maybe once we get the LP-Pan and PowerSDR running full time, band changing will be 'point and click'. I plan to use a dedicated PC for the K3 and a separate PC for internet and other forms of entertainment. I know many people who have Flex rigs do the same. If this system works as it should, the K3 would like using a Flex5000 but with a cw transmitter that works as it should. The LP-PAN should provide even more entertainment as a separate receiver although I'm not sure how one will switch the tuning between the K3 and the PAN. Perhaps this will all come clear once we get these gadgets hooked up. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: David and Dianne on Comcast [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2008 9:04 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Bandswitching-My experiences to Date Hi Everyone, In hanging around the K3 booth in Dayton this year (some would say I was 'lurking' around the booth) I overheard several K3 prospective owners pressing Wayne on the absence of dedicated bandswitches and bandstacking registers. Having been a user of Icom and Ten Tec gear for many years, I too admit that this was one of my reservations when first considering my K3 purchase over a year ago. Now after almost four months of K3 use, I wanted to past a comment directed at those considering a K3 who believe that this issue may be a deal breaker. IMO it is not. It takes a bit of time and study to adapt to this approach of Elecraft's UI, but the K3 has some remarkable and flexible alternatives. Over the years I have never had much use for transceiver memories as implemented by most JA manufacturers, but he K3' approach to memories and their flexibility is awesome once you master them. Between general memories, memories assignable to the number keys and the 'within band' memories you can quickly replicate something very similar to dedicated bandswitches. One of the best tutorials on this is found on the K3 Wiki website. If you have not discovered it you should look it up. Having now programed the K3's number keys as memories for a portion of each band and the 'within band' memories (M1-M4) to another portion of the same band, I have something approaching dedicated bandswitches. It took a while to discover how to do this but now changing bands is second nature. I almost never use the K3 up and down bandswitch any more, The programmable memories are just that much quicker. I had a talk with Wayne about this at Dayton. He asked if I would consider sharing my personal comments on the reflector. Thus my post here. If at some time in the future when the K3 wish list has shrunken down, should Elecraft develop an outboard combination keypad/bandswitch along the lines of what Icom offered for the venerable IC-751A way back, I'm sure some of us would welcome it but until then I find the use of programmed memories for bandswitching to be just fine. My $.02 YMMV 73 de N1LQ-Dave ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.2/1471 - Release Date: 5/28/2008 5:33 PM ___ 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 Need for compressor
It seems that without the compressor it is difficult to obtain full SSB output. I'm listening to a guy right now on 160m in QSO. He had is compression on and as can be expected, was picking up plenty of fan noise from his amplifier. He was advised to turn off the compression. This he did and the fan noise went away but he complained about insufficient drive to his amp and his K3 was only putting out 38 watts now. I don't have a decent peak reading wattmeter but I think weak RF output is a common complaint. I just wonder if Elecraft expects everyone to run some degree of compression? Or are we interpreting the PWR meter on the K3 incorrectly? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] K3s in WPX M/S - WOW!
Confused.What is FIR vs. IIR? Can't find it in the manual. When you say just these two bandwidths...I thought the FLxBW settings were for the crystal filters, not the DSP so how do you change this setting for 50hz when it's not even a filter in the menu? Since I have the 200hz filter in slot 4, do I change it to IIR on? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Vic Rosenthal [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 2:01 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3s in WPX M/S - WOW! Bob Evans wrote: I never thought I'd be so happy with a 150 Hz filter bandwidth. Honestly, the 100 Hz and 50 Hz bandwidths were useless though as the signal level dropped significantly. It seemed much better a few firmware versions ago, but 150 Hz worked fine for us...I was just getting greedy by trying to use the 100 and 50 Hz BW. I have just found out that there is a bug that causes a gain reduction just for these two bandwidths if they are set for FIR filters and not IIR. You can fix it now by switching IIR ON, and when Elecraft fixes the bug you can choose either IIR or FIR for these filters as you prefer. To switch between IIR and FIR, tap '7' on the keypad when you're in any filter setup menu entry (e.g., CONFIG:FLx BW). You want it to say IIR ON. -- 73, Vic, K2VCO Fresno CA http://www.qsl.net/k2vco ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.1/1468 - Release Date: 5/26/2008 3:23 PM ___ 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] Built in sound card SR5
Just put SR5.exe in Google. It's the first link that shows up. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Richard S. Lindzen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ab2tc [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 25, 2008 2:17 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Built in sound card Where does one get sr5.exe? Tnx, Dick, KA1SA At 01:55 PM 5/24/2008, you wrote: Hi, If you have the latest firmware version, there is a new option in CONFIG:LIN OUT. Normally this is set to nor for normal. Press the 1 (A/B) button and it will change to Phones. The line out will now contain the exact same mix you are hearing in the headphones, so by enabling transmit monitoring, you will be recording on transmit, too. Beware that the volume control (AF gain) will now affect the line output. I am not sure what your troubles with setting levels are. If you are unsure if the level is right due to the general lack of any VU metering on PC recording software, you can use an oscilloscope program (sr5.exe is free) to watch that you are not overdriving the A/D. Knut - AB2TC Lee (WW2DX) wrote: Hi All, Starting to do some recordings direct from the Line out on the K3 to the Line in on my Mac. I'm having a hard time getting the levels right. I have more work to do here so I will post more about that later. My question is how does one get the monitor to pass out the Line out? I would like to record both sides of the QSO. At the moment it seems the monitor gets muted when in TX. 73 de Lee WW2DX K3 #464 snip -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Built-in-sound-card-tp17432860p17450338.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.1/1464 - Release Date: 5/24/2008 8:56 AM ___ 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 Flat Audio?
Someone kindly mentioned SR5 here so I downloaded it and observed that my audio from the K3 had a pronounced peak around 1600 Hz. I compensated for this by adjusting the K3's RX equalizer so that EQ (6) is -4db, EQ (7) is -4db and EQ (8) is -2db. I now have a flat response across the spectrum. QRN is less distracting now. Also, my waterfall on MIxw is nice and even all the way across now. This isn't very scientific. I was just using band noise to adjust the EQ for a flat response but since band noise is what I'm dealing with, I felt it was adequate. Question is: Has anyone else noticed this? Do you think it's something to do with filter shape? Maybe the audio amp. is indeed flat but the filters aren't and I'm compensating for them. WhateverI'm just glad there K3 has that nice EQ! N4LQ Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] K3: Optimizing TEXT DECode for CW
I tuned in a couple of guys on 40m tonight who were going between 50 - 55 WPM. I set the decode to 30-90 but it wouldn't decode much of anything except a few words now and then. Signals were very strong. No amount of tweaking the RF gain or bandwidth helped. No biggie though. Mixw couldn't do it either. My ears did fine. Fast code seems to take a bit of time to sync up and as soon as the op skips a beat or something, it seems to loose track of what it's doing. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: KM5Q [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 12:10 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3: Optimizing TEXT DECode for CW The K3 TEXT DEC system works well on CW signals that are above the noise level, but to use it for weaker signals and noisy conditions requires some understanding and technique. Here's what I learned. The decoder gets its signal from the same trigger as the CWT indicator bar. See for yourself -- When your display is in CWT mode, play with the RF gain so the CWT bar goes on and off. The moment it disappears, the decoding stops. As soon as the CWT bar flickers with noise, the decoder TRIES to read the on/off signal. If the CWT bar is responding to clean code, you will get good text. If it isn't code, unfortunately, the decoder tries anyway, and produces junk text. If the CW signal is audible but is not stronger than the noise, the CWT bar will flicker from the noise AND the CW, and the decoder will show too much junk. Once you accept that, you can reduce frustration. To minimize junk text from QRN, hold TEXT DEC, then adjust threshold (thr ...) upward until it squelches the CWT bar. Now, The text decode will work if there is CW signal above the noise. But now, set the threshold a little lower, slightly too sensitive. This will allow for varying conditions. When noise works the CWT bar, reduce the RF GAIN until the bar disappears. This is how to fine-tune the threshold quickly. If you get static crashes or other erratic noise triggering the decode, don't let IISKSK IEN SKSK distract you. Watch the CWT bar. Let THAT tell you when to watch the text -- when it LOOKS like code rather than noise. Maybe future firmware will improve the decoder so it will ignore noise, but for now, this is the best way I have found to use it. Windy KM5Q Santa Fe, NM K3 #764 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.24.0/1461 - Release Date: 5/22/2008 4:44 PM ___ 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] a real bandscope
I must agree Vic. That Kenwood SM-2xx is a total joke. There is no way to use it for finding signals. How one could consider it superior is beyond me. And yes...I had one...worthless. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Vic K2VCO [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, May 19, 2008 11:10 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] a real bandscope Charles Harpole wrote: If u would like a real bandscope with a completely real time oscilloscope-like trace (as well as a xmas tree), get the SM-220 or SM-230 from Kenwood. Probably no longer made, they mate with the TS-950 and its juniors and really work even when u are turning the tuning knob. Likely Kenwood lovers will not part with theirs, so gud luck on finding one. No computer needed at all. This OLD TECHNOLOGY remains superior to anything I've seen in the new market today. Too bad it must mate with such a medium-performing rcvr. I have to disagree. I had one, and the bandwidth of the filter used is so wide that it's impossible to distinguish cw signals a few kHz apart. It definitely does not provide the kind of display found, for example, on newer ICOM rigs. I too would like a standalone panadapter (bandscope, whatever) that does not require a computer, but I don't miss the Kenwood unit. -- 73, Vic, K2VCO Fresno CA http://www.qsl.net/k2vco ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.21/1454 - Release Date: 5/19/2008 7:44 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT: stay away from these frequencies
really important to know this. I'll have to aim my rhombic the other way now Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ron D'Eau Claire [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Elecraft Reflector' elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, May 19, 2008 3:00 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] OT: stay away from these frequencies Yes. From the ARRL Newsletter: On Monday, May 12 at 0628 UTC, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Sichuan, China. The Chinese Radio Sports Association, the Chinese IARU Member-Society, has designated the following frequencies for emergency services involved in the rescue: 14.270, 7.050 and 7.060 MHz. The ARRL encourages US amateurs to be aware of the emergency operations on those three frequencies. More at http://www.arrl.org/news/stories/2008/05/13/10095/ Ron AC7AC -Original Message- According to the scrolling banner on the CQ Magazine home page, the Chinese are using 7050, 7060, and 14270 for disaster communication. It is urged to stay clear of these frequencies. I don't know if this is accurate or not, but why take a chance? If this was already posted here, sorry for the duplicate posting. de Doug KR2Q ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.21/1454 - Release Date: 5/19/2008 7:44 AM ___ 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] Fwd: a real bandscope
With the Flex Radio, you don't have a choice. You must use the computer or you have no radio. Also, as good as the Flex's receiver is, it can't transmit CW worth a hoot and probably never will. It's got a clunky, slow and loud relay that will never be capable of satisfying us QSK types. For SSB, it is fine. I would like to see a bandscope adapter with an IF input and VGA output for use with a PC monitor. Things get complicated however when you want point and click tuning as on the Flex. I guess the adapter needs a mouse port! I guess the bottom line is: How much would one be willing to pay for this? Personally I would pay quiet a bit for a bolt on bandscope. Something as good as the Flex bandscope intregated into the K3 would make ICOM look second rate. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Joe Word [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, May 19, 2008 4:17 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Fwd: a real bandscope I alteady sent this, but do not see the postion... so here it is again. I vote for a stand alone bandscope. I am tied to a computer 8 hours a day and don't want to be tied to one in my hobby. The IC-756PRO III stays until the K3 has one. If we have to have a computer, might as well have a Flex Radio. Joe N9VX K3 #841 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.21/1454 - Release Date: 5/19/2008 7:44 AM ___ 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] RTTY filter for K3
Axel I was the first to respond to your question. I told you that I was listening to RTTY through the 200 Hz, 5 pole filter and it worked fine. Then the experts came on here and using many words, explained why it couldn't work because it is too narrow. Maybe they do not actually have the filter but I do. Looking at the waterfall on MixW, 200Hz filter engaged, a RTTY signal easily fits within the waterfall's passband with a little room on either side. The vertical stripes of the RTTY signal do not quiet reach the outer edge of the waterfall which tells me that the data is not being chopped off. Both weak and strong RTTY signals seem perfectly copyable. No I would not use this in a contest unless I had a bandscope so I could find signals. I have ordered the LP-PAN which should take care of that little detail. 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Axel Kaiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 4:14 AM Subject: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 To all you filter aficionados, first of all thank you very much for all your detailed answers to my original question, which roofing filter ist best for RTTY operation of the K3. Lots of very detailed and informative answers were given and even a general discussion on this issue among several others was started. But to tell you the truth, I am still somewhat uncertain, which filter to order with my K3. One of my theory books about HF technology, modulation, bandwidth and so forth, tells me, that the necessary bandwidth for a 170 Hz shift RTTY signal should be around 320 Hz. Now some of you guys write, that you are using a 250 Hz filter for RTTY operation. A 250 Hz filter though has this 250 Hz (ok, a few Hz more in reality) bandwidth at - 6dB attenuation, which means that the actual bandwidth at about 0 db is even less. So my understanding for a 170 Hz shift RTTY operation is, to use a filter of at least 400 - 500 Hz (at -6dB) in order to get all the information through the filter. This I can confirm also with my current OMNI VI+ which does not allow me to copy RTTY signals with a 250 Hz filter . So please, where is the point which I am missing with the K3, that you can work weak RTTY signals with a 250 Hz roofing filter?? Best 73 de Axel, DL3ZH _ Discover the new Windows Vista http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=windows+vistamkt=en-USform=QBRE___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1452 - Release Date: 5/17/2008 6:26 PM ___ 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] K3 MCU 1.96 beta issue
Mine sounds perfectly normal in BIN. Levels are the same in any of the AFX modes. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Stewart Rolfe [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 4:33 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 MCU 1.96 beta issue Hi folks, Have recently loaded the latest Beta software (1.96) and all appears well barring an issue with the AFX (bin) setting. See the text of my message to Elecraft support below - wonder if anyone can check this while the Aptos team are perhaps busy at Dayton. Quote. Just noticed a SEVERE drop in audio level when switching in AFX BIN while using the headphones; not totally silent but extremely low and clearly not right. Selecting one of the DELAY* settings produces normal audio levels. .end quote -- 73, Stewart Rolfe, GW0ETF (K3 #145) ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1452 - Release Date: 5/17/2008 6:26 PM ___ 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] RTTY filter for K3
I'm using DATA A mode. Contrary to the manual, the Dual Tone RTTY filter will not activate in DATA A mode. When attempted, the display shows N/A. To use the DTF, I changed to AFSK A mode. This allows the DTF to work however the center frequency of the IF changes from 1500Hz to 1356Hz. I will notify Elecraft about these. As far as copying RTTY with the 200hz filter and DTFIt appears to work fine. The only difference I could detect on the waterfall with DTF turned on is the obvious hole between the filter peaks. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: K3KO [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 10:12 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 Please turn on the K3 dual peak RTTY filter and tell us what you see then. Brian/K3KO n4lq wrote: Axel I was the first to respond to your question. I told you that I was listening to RTTY through the 200 Hz, 5 pole filter and it worked fine. Then the experts came on here and using many words, explained why it couldn't work because it is too narrow. Maybe they do not actually have the filter but I do. Looking at the waterfall on MixW, 200Hz filter engaged, a RTTY signal easily fits within the waterfall's passband with a little room on either side. The vertical stripes of the RTTY signal do not quiet reach the outer edge of the waterfall which tells me that the data is not being chopped off. Both weak and strong RTTY signals seem perfectly copyable. No I would not use this in a contest unless I had a bandscope so I could find signals. I have ordered the LP-PAN which should take care of that little detail. 73 Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Axel Kaiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 4:14 AM Subject: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 To all you filter aficionados, first of all thank you very much for all your detailed answers to my original question, which roofing filter ist best for RTTY operation of the K3. Lots of very detailed and informative answers were given and even a general discussion on this issue among several others was started. But to tell you the truth, I am still somewhat uncertain, which filter to order with my K3. One of my theory books about HF technology, modulation, bandwidth and so forth, tells me, that the necessary bandwidth for a 170 Hz shift RTTY signal should be around 320 Hz. Now some of you guys write, that you are using a 250 Hz filter for RTTY operation. A 250 Hz filter though has this 250 Hz (ok, a few Hz more in reality) bandwidth at - 6dB attenuation, which means that the actual bandwidth at about 0 db is even less. So my understanding for a 170 Hz shift RTTY operation is, to use a filter of at least 400 - 500 Hz (at -6dB) in order to get all the information through the filter. This I can confirm also with my current OMNI VI+ which does not allow me to copy RTTY signals with a 250 Hz filter . So please, where is the point which I am missing with the K3, that you can work weak RTTY signals with a 250 Hz roofing filter?? Best 73 de Axel, DL3ZH _ Discover the new Windows Vista http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=windows+vistamkt=en-USform=QBRE___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1452 - Release Date: 5/17/2008 6:26 PM ___ 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 -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/RTTY-filter-for-K3-tp17300221p17303427.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM
Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3
Yes but it won't change the center fq. to 1500Hz so it will be like DATA A. I'm not sure what the purpose of changing the pitch is. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 2:43 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 You can change the MARK freq in AFSK A mode to one of four values ranging from 915 Hz to 2125 Hz by pressing PITCH and rotating the VFO A knob which, of course, will change the center frequency accordingly. 73, Ken K3IU n4lq wrote: To use the DTF, I changed to AFSK A mode. This allows the DTF to work however the center frequency of the IF changes from 1500Hz to 1356Hz. I will notify Elecraft about these. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM ___ 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] RTTY filter for K3
Bear with me on this KenIt's long but hopefully I can explain.: By the same tokenI can see no reason why the center frequency of DATA A and AFSK A should be different. Most advanced digital mode programs such as MixW have something similar to an Align macro. You tell the macro what you filter's center frequency is then whenever you click on that macro it instantly tunes your K3 so that the desired trace on your waterfall is exactly centered in the IF passband. You can then choose your most narrow filter and that signal will still be in the IF's center. I have a macro for the filter selection too so everything is really fast and easy. Here's how it works for me. 1. K3 filter set on very wide3+ KHZ. 2. See signal on waterfall. 3. Click on signal. 4. Begin to copy data on screen. 5. Signal is weak, QRM, need narrow filter. 6. Click on Align macro. Signal is now centered in passband. 7. Click on filter macro, choosing 200Hz filter. 8. QRM gone...Signal now easy to copy. Now this was all in DATA A mode. I use DATA A for PSK31, MFSK and anyother digital mode. So what if I want to operate RTTY? Well I can go ahead and do so in DATA A mode however that DUAL FIL feature will not activate. Is this a flaw? So I got to AFSK ANow DUAL FIL works but now my ALIGN macro won't work because my IF Center is different. It should not be1500 HZ should be the default. If I wanted to use 910 HZ and enjoy that low pitch sound, I would have to either change my Align macro or try to manually tune the RTTY signal which is terribly difficult, especially in a contest when transmissions last for only a few seconds. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 3:37 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 As far as I know, the reason for having the capability of changing the Mark freq is for personal preference in what you like to listen to. The Dual PB filter works at whatever frequency you select. I can think of no reason why AFSK A and DATA A modes would necessarily have to be the same. I'm not sure why you want to change the center frequency to specifically 1500 HZ in AFSK A mode. I sure wouldn't... that's too high for my ears. I prefer the lower mark frequency of 915 Hz. The software that is decoding the signal sure doesn't care and it doesn't make any difference to what you are sending. But as they say here ofter YMMV. 73, Ken K3IU ~ n4lq wrote: Yes but it won't change the center fq. to 1500Hz so it will be like DATA A. I'm not sure what the purpose of changing the pitch is. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 2:43 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 You can change the MARK freq in AFSK A mode to one of four values ranging from 915 Hz to 2125 Hz by pressing PITCH and rotating the VFO A knob which, of course, will change the center frequency accordingly. 73, Ken K3IU n4lq wrote: To use the DTF, I changed to AFSK A mode. This allows the DTF to work however the center frequency of the IF changes from 1500Hz to 1356Hz. I will notify Elecraft about these. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM ___ 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] RTTY filter for K3
Ok Ken but that's with a BW of 150Hz, not too critical. Soon, I am told, Elecraft will activate the 50Hz filter so it can be used in Data mode. I suggested to Lyle that they change the default center fq. in AFSK to 1500 so it will match Data A then let the user change as desired. Then also allow use of the Dual PB feature in Data A. That should perfect things. Then I would not even bother using AFSK A. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 5:04 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 OK... thanks Steve. I am familiar with MixW... have used it for years and I see what you are talking about. But let me suggest the following... Go to AFSK A mode and set the mark frequency to 1445. That will give you a center frequency of 1530 which would put you within 30 Hz of your align frequency of 1500 Hz. If signal is still a l'il off, then use mouse to get it on or let the AFC move it on. I just tried it on a PSK signal with my filter cranked down as narrow as it would go in Data Mode and it hardly missed a beat decoding. 73, Ken K3IU n4lq wrote: Bear with me on this KenIt's long but hopefully I can explain.: By the same tokenI can see no reason why the center frequency of DATA A and AFSK A should be different. Most advanced digital mode programs such as MixW have something similar to an Align macro. You tell the macro what you filter's center frequency is then whenever you click on that macro it instantly tunes your K3 so that the desired trace on your waterfall is exactly centered in the IF passband. You can then choose your most narrow filter and that signal will still be in the IF's center. I have a macro for the filter selection too so everything is really fast and easy. Here's how it works for me. 1. K3 filter set on very wide3+ KHZ. 2. See signal on waterfall. 3. Click on signal. 4. Begin to copy data on screen. 5. Signal is weak, QRM, need narrow filter. 6. Click on Align macro. Signal is now centered in passband. 7. Click on filter macro, choosing 200Hz filter. 8. QRM gone...Signal now easy to copy. Now this was all in DATA A mode. I use DATA A for PSK31, MFSK and anyother digital mode. So what if I want to operate RTTY? Well I can go ahead and do so in DATA A mode however that DUAL FIL feature will not activate. Is this a flaw? So I got to AFSK ANow DUAL FIL works but now my ALIGN macro won't work because my IF Center is different. It should not be1500 HZ should be the default. If I wanted to use 910 HZ and enjoy that low pitch sound, I would have to either change my Align macro or try to manually tune the RTTY signal which is terribly difficult, especially in a contest when transmissions last for only a few seconds. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 3:37 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 As far as I know, the reason for having the capability of changing the Mark freq is for personal preference in what you like to listen to. The Dual PB filter works at whatever frequency you select. I can think of no reason why AFSK A and DATA A modes would necessarily have to be the same. I'm not sure why you want to change the center frequency to specifically 1500 HZ in AFSK A mode. I sure wouldn't... that's too high for my ears. I prefer the lower mark frequency of 915 Hz. The software that is decoding the signal sure doesn't care and it doesn't make any difference to what you are sending. But as they say here ofter YMMV. 73, Ken K3IU ~ n4lq wrote: Yes but it won't change the center fq. to 1500Hz so it will be like DATA A. I'm not sure what the purpose of changing the pitch is. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 2:43 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RTTY filter for K3 You can change the MARK freq in AFSK A mode to one of four values ranging from 915 Hz to 2125 Hz by pressing PITCH and rotating the VFO A knob which, of course, will change the center frequency accordingly. 73, Ken K3IU n4lq wrote: To use the DTF, I changed to AFSK A mode. This allows the DTF to work however the center frequency of the IF changes from 1500Hz to 1356Hz. I will notify Elecraft about these. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus
Re: [Elecraft] Help with cheap headset and K2
Bill My warranty only covers use with the K3. :*) Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: nz0t [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 7:06 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Help with cheap headset and K2 Just for grins I bought a cheap Cyber Acoustics computer headset to use with my K3 when it arrives. Others have said they got good reports with their K3 and this headset which uses an electret mic and a 3.5MM stereo mini plug. Not wanting to cut off the plug which fits into the back of the K3 I made up an adapter for my K2 using an inline stereo jack, an 8 pin mike plug and a 9 volt battery through a 5K resistor to power the mic. My K2 is wired for the Kenwood mics and I don't want to power the mic from the rig. I wired the grounds to the base of the plug, 9V DC through the 5K resistor to the middle and the mic positive to the tip. It works but my reports with the K2 have not been very good. I also made up an adapter for my Drake TR7 and reports on that rig are fine. Am I doing something wrong with the K2? I know little about electret mics and maybe I am using too much voltage or the wrong resistor. Any help would be greatly appreciated. If I can't get it to work the headset was only about $15 shipped so no big deal. 73 Bill NZ0T -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Help-with-cheap-headset-and-K2-tp17308871p17308871.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM ___ 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] RE: Dayton 2008 and IC7200
That's a wonderful idea Henry. It would be a great option for Elecraft or even a 3rd party. The K3 lends it'self to that kind of expansion since it's got those machine screws all over it. Actuall, a front firing speaker on each side for stereo rx would be even better. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2008 10:38 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] RE: Dayton 2008 and IC7200 I like those handles on the ends and the built-in front firing speaker. The handles would be a nice option for the k3. And a 4 to 5 inch wide (0.5EC-3) cabinet could hold a nice front firing speaker and a switching power supply. If this could be attached to the K3 side panel and then add some rack-panel handles, you would have a nice 19-inch wide rack panel package. 73, Henry - K4TMC K3/100 #98 ** Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301) ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.20/1453 - Release Date: 5/18/2008 9:31 AM ___ 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] test ignore
I keep getting bounced. This is a test. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] [K3] LINE IN not working
Line in still works on mine after loading beta 1.96.Be sure MD is set for DATA A. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Laurent Ferracci [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 6:43 AM Subject: [Elecraft] [K3] LINE IN not working Hi friends, I've got a problem with the line in of my K3. I've tried AFSK and PSK and i'm not able to have the TX transmit any audio. - The soundcard sends audio on the right output (i've tried to plug some speakers) - This output is tied to K3 line in jack with a tested cable - I've tried various CONFIG on the K3 (mic sel as line in or rear plug with both inputs enabled) - It was working before. Do you think the formware update may have changed something ? Or has my K3 become defective ? 73 -- Laurent Ferracci, F1JKJ Blog radio: http://www.ferracci.org ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1433 - Release Date: 5/14/2008 4:44 PM ___ 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] Very Dissatisfied With Elecraft Support
Jon I'm sure theres plenty of guys here that would be more than happy to help you get it going if you don't mind sending it to them. I have a K1 and would be glad to help you want to ship it to KY. There may be someone closer to your QTH. That kit is a bit much for someone unfamiliar with electronics. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Jon Perelstein [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 9:22 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Very Dissatisfied With Elecraft Support I ordered a K1 based that They all . have built-in test equipment to simplify alignment and testing (from the Elecraft web site). Now -- according to Elecraft support -- I have to source obsolete parts from China, buy drill equipment and copper bathroom pipe, and rip apart my television (or my computer) to cannibalize printed circuit boards. Either that or buy an oscilloscope that would cost me more than the K1. I'm building a 2 band K1 -- 40 meters (band 1) and 20 meters (band 2). During receiver alignment, Band 1 (40 meters) seems to be working fine. Band 2 (20 meters) however, does nothing. The support guys are telling me that I have to build an RF probe for further testing, and they've pointed me to a schematic in the K1 user manual and told me to go build the probe from scratch. That's about as useful to me as pointing me to the schematic of the K1 and telling me to go build the K1 from scratch. I'm a new ham (March, 2008). I'm not a home electronic hobbyist. I don't have test equipment. I have no experience at homebrew, nor do I have the knowledge to do so. I bought the K1 as a starter to get my feet wet in working electronics. After a number of emails with support about how to build an RF probe (a question that was repeatedly ignored), I was finally referred to a couple of different web sites: - The first site starts out with . using an old piece of double-sided printed circuit board that you have in your junk bin .. Where exactly do I have double-sided printed circuit board sitting around? Do I hacksaw off a hunk from my television or from my computer? Radio Shack doesn't sell it, nor does Mouser. - The next site also wants me to use double-sided printed circuit board, plus they want me to insert it into a copper pipe and drill holes through the pipe. Rght . so in other words I have to go out and buy a drill that's capable of drilling through copper. And I have to buy the copper pipe and end caps. Will I have to get the pipe threaded in order to mount the end caps? - Then there's the site that built the RF probe inside a ball-point pen. The author of that site admitted that it took him a number of tries before he was able to build it without breaking the diode, and that this is a project for the more advanced hobbyist. It also turns out that nobody carries the diode specified by the schematic (1N34A). According to Mouser, it's obsolete and out of stock, but if I want to pay a couple of hundred bucks, they'll gladly source it from China. Mouser will sell me something that they claim is a replacement for the 1N34A, but all of the web sites I've been referred to tell me not to use that specific replacement. I bought a kit because it comes with all the parts, has a pre-built chassis, has pre-drilled holes, and includes complete and well-thought out instructions on how to mount everything -- as well as a commitment to provide support during the construction process. Maybe in two or three years I'll have the experience to build my own RF probe, but in the meantime I'm stuck with a K1 that I can't finish without an RF probe, and there's no way that I can build an RF probe without a trip to China. Anybody want a mostly complete K1? Make me an offer -- I'll even throw in shipping. Jon KB1QBZ ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM ___ 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] K3 Questions
Confusion still reins about the front panel mic. jack. The manual says pin 6 has 8v. This post says 5v when BIAS is on. So I measured it. Front Panel Mic. Jack: Pin 2 (PTT) has 5V no matter if BIAS is on or off. Pin 6 has 8 V always on. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: lyle johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Joe Word [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 10:55 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Questions 1. How many volts is the mic bias? Rear Panel: 8V when BIAS is on. Front Panel: 5V when BIAS is on. Front Panel Mic Jack pin 6: 8V always on. 2. Why does the filter selection always end in 5 (2.65, 2.75, 2.85 etc)? The filter system is currently handled in 50 Hz steps. Might change in a future firmware rev. 3. Can the Absolute S Meter function be set to ignore the RF Gain setting? It always takes the IF AGC control voltage into account. Since that voltage could be generated by a signal or the RF Gain control, the S Meter assumes it is a signal and applies it to the calculation. 73, Lyle KK7P ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM ___ 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] Very Dissatisfied With Elecraft Support
Keep in mind. The IN34 will only ship one way. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: michael taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Cc: Jon Perelstein [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 11:36 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Very Dissatisfied With Elecraft Support On Thu, May 15, 2008 at 9:55 AM, Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The K2 does come with parts to build up an RF Probe, and a replacement kit is available from Elecraft for $10 - the kit designation is RFPROBE and can be found in the K2 spare parts section of the website. Caution: This is a kit of parts only (no instructions), but is not difficult at all. The instructions can be found in the K2 manual, which is downloadable from the Elecraft web site. http://www.elecraft.com/manual/ELECRAFT%20K2%20Owner's%20Manual%20Rev%20G%20WEB.pdf PDF page 155 (appendix E, Troubleshooting, appendix E page 9) support -- I have to source obsolete parts from China, buy drill equipment and copper bathroom pipe, and rip apart my television (or my computer) to cannibalize printed circuit boards. If you want Jon, I will send you a Germanium diode (1N34A or equivalent) and a piece of scrap-sized copper coated circuit board. I will even include the capacitor and resistor. The half inch copper pipe is readily available from home building supply stores such as Home Depot, Lowes, etc. These end caps are normally soldered with a propane torch, which is reasonable cheap and also available from a building centre. But that was merely one suggested possible case, based on what the builder had available. -Michael, VE3TIX ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM ___ 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] RTTY Filter for K3
Axel: I am watching RTTY right now and using the 200 Hz 5 pole filter. The 170 HZ shift fits perfectly within the passband. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Axel Kaiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 3:52 PM Subject: [Elecraft] RTTY Filter for K3 Hi K3-folks, What would be the best RTTY roofing filter for the K3? Is the 400Hz 8-pole filter too small and the 500Hz 5-pole filter the better choice? Thanks in advance for your answers. 73 de Axel, DL3ZH _ Connect to the next generation of MSN Messenger http://imagine-msn.com/messenger/launch80/default.aspx?locale=en-ussource=wlmailtagline___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM ___ 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 Serial Commands?
I'm trying to configure Mixw macros so it will send commands to select various filters, FL2 etc The Programmer's Reference isn't much help to me. I was able to interpet the commands for my IC-7800 easily but this has me stumped. Can someone help me get started by telling me the command format for one of the filters? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] K3 Serial Commands?
That didn't help. I tried entering FW4 and nothing happens as if nothing is being sent. There must be something that preceeds the command. The manual keeps mentioning GET and SETAre you supposed to enter that somewhere? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 6:01 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Serial Commands? Steve, Look at the FW commamd in the KIO2 Programmer's Reference. 73, Don W3FPR n4lq wrote: I'm trying to configure Mixw macros so it will send commands to select various filters, FL2 etc The Programmer's Reference isn't much help to me. I was able to interpet the commands for my IC-7800 easily but this has me stumped. Can someone help me get started by telling me the command format for one of the filters? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM ___ 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] Heil Proset Plus and K3
Wow. It would be interesting to know how that managed to work. The IC means the headset is wired for ICOM then with a Kenwood adapter to an Elecraft mic. jack with the bias on the wrong pin. (8) instead of (5) as etc. I'm glad it works but not sure why. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bruce McLaughlin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'John AK4Z' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 6:43 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Heil Proset Plus and K3 I am using the Proset marked IC which came from Elecraft with my new K3. Inside the instructions said it was for the K2 but I think that was printed before the K3 was around. It has a short Kenwood (red) 8 pin adaptor. It works fine plugged into the front mike connector with the mike bias turned on. Currently the bias is set to high but I understand it will also work with the bias set to low. Bruce - W8FU -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John AK4Z Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 4:31 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Heil Proset Plus and K3 Is anyone using a Heil Pro Set Plus IC with a HC-4 and iC electret element with their K3? How did it play? I understand that a Heil Kenwood adaptor (red) is needed to interface with the 8-pin microphone connector on the front of the K3. Is rewiring of the 8-pin Kenwood connector required? Advice/comments regarding setup appreciated. -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Heil-Proset-Plus-and-K3-tp17261851p17261851.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1445 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:25 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1445 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:25 PM ___ 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] K3 Serial Commands?
IF someone would just give me one command in the proper syntax I think i could figure this out. I read the manual but it's really vague. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 7:25 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Serial Commands? Steve, I suggest that you read the entire Programmer's Reference paying particular attention to the command syntax. There is more to it than just entering the command itself. During that reading process, you should then understand GET and SET. Try a few commands from a terminal program first to get a feel for the syntax and command usage. After that, review your logging application to see if it automatically adds anything to that which you enter into the macro - if it does, that will have to be taken into consideration. 73, Don W3FPR n4lq wrote: That didn't help. I tried entering FW4 and nothing happens as if nothing is being sent. There must be something that preceeds the command. The manual keeps mentioning GET and SETAre you supposed to enter that somewhere? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2008 6:01 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Serial Commands? Steve, Look at the FW commamd in the KIO2 Programmer's Reference. 73, Don W3FPR n4lq wrote: I'm trying to configure Mixw macros so it will send commands to select various filters, FL2 etc The Programmer's Reference isn't much help to me. I was able to interpet the commands for my IC-7800 easily but this has me stumped. Can someone help me get started by telling me the command format for one of the filters? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1434 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:24 AM No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1445 - Release Date: 5/15/2008 7:25 PM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Windows XP SP3 :(
Microsoft introduced SP3 in order to kill XP and make it easier for corporate Americal to recommend the change to VISTA. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: S Sacco [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 8:18 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Windows XP SP3 :( This is not a particularly good comparison. Windows is enormously more complicated than the firmware used to drive the K3, and in addition, it has to support an almost unlimited combination of hardware. I consider it practically a miracle that Windows works as well as it does, but the complexity has not been lost on many video game publishers, who have retreated to the more static game consoles. 73, Steve NN4X Even with Microsoft's vast resources they can't release bug free updates. Worth thinking about the next time a K3 software update breaks something... - Julian, G4ILO K3 s/n: 222 K2 s/n: 392 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1430 - Release Date: 5/13/2008 7:31 AM ___ 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: Re[Elecraft] ceiver distortion
Rotating my RFG counter clockwise caused the meter to peg at the 3 dot on the knob scale. Something is wrong there. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: John Trager [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Barry N1EU [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 3:55 PM Subject: Re: Re[Elecraft] ceiver distortion I did a quick test using my K3 and 756ProIII. With an input of S9+40dB and the K3's Rx frequency set to 14.20, I set the signal generator for 14.201500 (for a 1500Hz tone). The K3 seems to have about the same max output whether using the Line Out or Speaker Out (on the rear of the radio), and it is less than +/- 8000 (using Adobe Audition. My 756ProIII has a Line Out of greater than +/- 14000. Of course when the waveform starts clipping, you can hear the distortion, which I can also see on the Adobe Audition frequency analysis display. BTW, when I rotate the RF GAIN control on my K3 full counter-clockwise, it doesn't make it up to S9+60db! Anybody else notice this? As a result, a 50mV input will not show S9+60dB. John N2KBE - Original Message - From: Barry N1EU [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 12:21 PM Subject: Re: Re[Elecraft] ceiver distortion n4lq wrote: The K3 has the cleanest receive audio I've see thusfar. I'm likewise a bit skeptical (but I could be wrong) about the alleged K3 rx audio issues. My experience is that the K3 rx audio is more transparent and thus any problems with the other guy's audio will be glaringly apparent with the K3. This might be what some people are hearing - the bad signals are going to sound badder on the K3. The K3 rx is less forgiving because you are hearing better. I do seem to be noticing how bad most signals sound on 20M ssb lately, although there is the occasional smooth sounding signal. I routinely A/B with my Orion to confirm what I'm hearing. Perhaps folks who are reporting audio issues with the latest firmware can make some WAV recordings that we can listen to, with the good and bad firmware versions. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Receiver-distortion-tp17180061p17189855.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1428 - Release Date: 5/12/2008 7:44 AM ___ 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] K3 BETA FIRMWARE RELEASE -- MCU rev 1.94
I have to agree that the CWT worked better under the old firmware but I think I'll put up with it until it's fixed rather than go back to an older version. I'm using the beta firmware now and notice less bouncing around of the CWT indicator but it still locks in on the wrong frequency unless you punch it multiple times. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bob Cunnings [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 10:53 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 BETA FIRMWARE RELEASE -- MCU rev 1.94 Unfortunately I see little improvement in the CW auto-spot feature, broken in the last release. It is still much less accurate than the original algorithm, and less consistent in it's behavior. Try this - tune in a good steady (S6 or S7) cw signal. Set tuning to FINE, enable CWT and then press SPOT repeatedly, observing the frequency display. The beta version (like 1.88) settles on a considerably different frequency almost every time - moving 5 Hz or more commonly, and sometimes as much as 20 Hz or more. There is a tendency to tune low. The original version, on the other hand, rarely moves more than 1 or 2 Hz with each auto-spot invocation, bearing out the fact that it is more accurate in general, or less likely to get confused (by noise, varying morse code speed etc.). Since I have two K3 units here, I set one up with 1.78/1.58 and the other with the beta firmware, and then compared their auto-spot behavior side by side on the same received signal using an antenna switch. The difference is quite pronounced. Here are some series of freqs (last three digits) resulting from 10 successive invocations of auto-spot on the same steady S7 signal on 40 meters (at 13 wpm or so, fortunately a long winded transmission): v178/158 (TEXT DEC threshold = AUTO) 125, 125, 125, 129, 130, 130, 127, 128, 129, 129 beta (TEXT DEC threshold = AUTO) 115, 118, 124, 079 (!), 106, 106, 124, 107, 112, 100 beta (TEXT DEC threshold = 5) 124, 123, 109, 116, 118, 122, 117, 116, 120, 123 The newer firmware version tends to bounce around more with a tendency to tune low, often requiring multiple invocations of auto-spot to hit the right pitch, whereas the original algorithm generally tunes right the first time. With threshold set to 5 in the beta version auto-spot is a bit better, but all too often it takes multiple tries to hit the right pitch, as it still tends low. If I set the threshold much higher, it doesn't want to tune at all for signals that the original algorithm handled easily. I'm not sure what the improvements to auto-spot introduced in 1.88 were supposed to do, but IMO the feature is still negatively affected by the attempt. A side by side comparison of the two versions, on the same signal, is very revealing in this case - can someone else try this? Too bad, since I use the feature a lot it's back to 1.78/1.58 for now. It just works. Bob NW8L On Mon, May 12, 2008 at 7:08 PM, wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks to your input on the last firmware release (1.88), we've made a number of important improvements. For the first time, we're posting new firmware as beta. Upgrading is optional: if you want to minimize your risk, you might want to wait until we've blessed it as a normal production firmware release. (Or until all your friends have it and you're a little jealous.) We'd love to have as many thrill-seekers as possible take the plunge and load the new firmware now. We think it's greatly improved, and it will certainly clear up many of the issues noted over the past week. Even though we're headed to Dayton in a couple of days, we'll be monitoring closely for any additional issues. For release notes and instructions on how to load beta firmware, please see: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm The instructions (linked from within the release notes) explain how to create a separate folder for the beta revision. This will allow you to easily revert to an older revision if you find it necessary. Hopefully not! For your convenience I've also provide the release notes below. 73, Wayne N6KR * * * MCU 1.94 / DSP 1.73, 5-12-08 * VOX: Increased sensitivity. Typical VOX GN settings now ~30-50. * VOICE MONITOR: Eliminated scratchy artifacts with compression set to high levels. * FM DEVIATION ADJUSTABLE: Use CONFIG:FM DEV menu entry (default: 5.0 kHz). * Flash memory driver improved to prevent occasional receive dropouts, ERR PL1, and FPF LOAD PENDING messages. * XMIT SWITCH IN MENU: Tapping XMIT while in menu correctly starts/ends transmit. * PASSBAND SHIFT BELOW 0.00 CORRECTED: The SHIFT control no longer allows continued rotation below 0.00. (This was occurring only with sidetone pitch 500 Hz.) * SQUELCH/RF GAIN CONTROL CHANGES: By default, the RF/SQL concentric pots control main and subreceiver RF gain, and squelch is controlled by two CONFIG menu
Re: [Elecraft] no transmit on K3
Sometimes one of the front panel connector pins don't line up and that breaks the mic connection. If you have a computer mic hand, plug it into the rear panel, change the menu and see if that works. That would be rP.L Bias...in the menu. This will narrow down the problem. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Marin QRP [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 2:14 PM Subject: [Elecraft] no transmit on K3 I'm trying two different mics to transmit with. One is a Kenwood hand mic from a Kenwood 570D and the other is a Heil Pro Set Plus with an 8pin Kenwood mic adapter. I haven't had any luck when even trying to set up my levels for transmitting. I cannot get any bar to show up or move on the ALC or Compression when keying down. I have tried with the compression as high a 30 and the mic gain as high as 60 but no movement, whether in TX Test or regular TX mode. I feel like I am forgetting to change one setting somewhere, if that is what the problem is. I put the K3 together myself and don't know if something could have been done wrong there, but after looking again and again in the manual, I just don't know what else to try. Any suggestions, even to go and check basic settings will be appreciated. Please reply offline. Thanks Rem k6bbq ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] Computer Speakers
NopeAnd a Y connector doesn't work too well either. The low impedance speaker output of the K3 will swamp the computer's higher impedance output resulting in weak audio from the computer. A switching arrangement or some kind of mixer would work. Otherwise you will need separate speakers for your K3. I'm using a Logitech THX speaker system for both the PC and K3 and am manually switching between the sources. N4LQ Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Dave Jeanne Robertson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 7:32 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Computer Speakers Anyone, I will soon be receiving my K3 and I do have a question. Normally my computer line out connects to my computer speakers. When I get my K3 is there a speaker connection on the K3 that will also output audio out from the computer such as when not using the radio but still using the computer? Or do I have to get a stereo Y connector at the line out connection on the K3? Many thanks in advanced. Dave KD1NA ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1427 - Release Date: 5/11/2008 1:08 PM ___ 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] Receiver distortion
Gary Tell us about your speaker system. The K3 has the cleanest receive audio I've see thusfar. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Gary Gregory [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 9:19 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Receiver distortion Greetings All, lately I have noticed that sometimes the main receiver sounds distorted when signals are not even very strong (S5-7) without having Notch, NR, NB or wide filter active and AGC is on slow. I am curious if anyone else has experienced this audio degradation? I have had a play while this is happening with the width, Hi and Lo cut, shift and volume but it appears to have little effect. The NB is not used. Regards, Gary #679 K3/100 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.16/1427 - Release Date: 5/11/2008 1:08 PM ___ 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] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories
That is a wonderful concept. Doesn't the Pegasus/Jupiter and Flex have such a feature? Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 12:07 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories It would be really sweet if the K3 Utility program had a way to set up memories on the computer and download them to the K3. k4ia Buck K3 #101 Fredericksburg, VA **Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301) ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM ___ 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] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories
Don I was thinking of an application similar to Kenwood's ARCP-480 as part of the K3 Utility. ARCP-480 provides PC access to all menu settings in the TS-480, allowing such things as custom filter configuration and memory entry. Once you have it configured on your screen, you just dump it into the 480 and your're done. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 2:26 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories Steve, If something like that is offered as a feature, then it is likely fixed in place. Consider that Elecraft has offered the capability to do the same thing, and you can set it up the way YOU want instead of having to live with what the manufacturer thought you might like. 73, Don W3FPR n4lq wrote: That is a wonderful concept. Doesn't the Pegasus/Jupiter and Flex have such a feature? No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM ___ 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] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories
Dunno Joe but I just tried ARCP and it won't talk to the K3. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Joe Subich, W4TV [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'n4lq' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 5:34 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories I was thinking of an application similar to Kenwood's ARCP-480 as part of the K3 Utility. ARCP-480 provides PC access to all menu settings in the TS-480, allowing such things as custom filter configuration and memory entry. Gee ... if the programming interface were changed to have the ID command return 020 instead of 017 it might be possible to use ARCP-480 with the K3 G. I don't know if ACRCP requires the AS command (missing in K3). 73, ... Joe, W4TV -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n4lq Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 4:33 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories Don I was thinking of an application similar to Kenwood's ARCP-480 as part of the K3 Utility. ARCP-480 provides PC access to all menu settings in the TS-480, allowing such things as custom filter configuration and memory entry. Once you have it configured on your screen, you just dump it into the 480 and your're done. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: n4lq [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 2:26 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - A complete BAND SWITCHING scheme using 33 memories Steve, If something like that is offered as a feature, then it is likely fixed in place. Consider that Elecraft has offered the capability to do the same thing, and you can set it up the way YOU want instead of having to live with what the manufacturer thought you might like. 73, Don W3FPR n4lq wrote: That is a wonderful concept. Doesn't the Pegasus/Jupiter and Flex have such a feature? -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM ___ 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 cheap mic
I have been testing a few mics today and several stations have gone out of their way to report how excellent this cheap headset sounds. In fact, one guy said it sounded better than a Heil PR40. I worked with a local ham to adjust the TX EQ. +3db of #5 and +6db of #6 were added and the CMP set at 18. I keep the headset plugged into the rear mic and headphone jack. In the menu, I set SPKR+PH to Yes. I'm using an amplified speaker system which has it's own volume control. When using the headset, I simply turn down the speake volume. I use a foot switch plugged into the PTT jack on the rear of the K3. Note that these also have an in-line volume and mute control. Very handy! Here's the link to Cyber Acoustics AC-400. $15 http://www.amazon.com/Cyber-Acoustics-AC-400-Stereo-Headset/dp/B6HR0L I also found Them for $7 here: http://www.wolfcamera.com/product/EP5142996.htm?utm_medium=productsearchutm_source=google Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ 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] K3 No Six Meters
Dave Works for me. I just push Freq ENT then 50.125 then the return/enter key. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Dave Agsten [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 10:21 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 No Six Meters I wanted to check out 6 meters tonight and could not get the K3 to sequence to that band. Direct freq entry of 50.125 went to 30.000Mhz. I thought 6 meters appeared previously, but with the band as it currently is, never paid much attention to it. Murphy's Law - tonight is the 6 meter sprint contest with real sigs on the band and I can't figure out what's up. Any suggestions?? Am I missing something in the menu? 73, Dave N8AG K3 #414 Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.100 / Virus Database: 269.23.15/1426 - Release Date: 5/10/2008 11:12 AM ___ 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
Fw: [Elecraft] K3 no issues with output power on ssb!
Is the K3's wattmeter a peak reading type? If so, it only kicks up to about 50 watts until I increase the TXG VCE to 3 db which makes it double to 100 watts. So far, audio reports are good. Someone here reported distortion of some kind when doing this however. I really need a proper external peak reading meter to check this. Most of them I read about are not accurate. I might order the Palstar. It seems to have a good reputation. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Fern Rivard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2008 11:07 PM Subject: [Elecraft] no issues with output power on ssb! I fail to understand what the big complaint is with low ssb power with your K3. My K3 is serial 4XX and have had it for approximately 2 months. My output power is identical on ssb as it is on cw. I have refused to download any of the new firmware as my radio has been working great as it. I am anxiously waiting a version of firmware that doesn't have any bugs left in it and I will then upgrade. Just my 2 cents worth from FernVE7GZ ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.23.10/1421 - Release Date: 5/7/2008 5:23 PM ___ 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] K3 ham vs general band changes
Yes it's a crazy way to change bands. I think the least that could be done is Once you are through snooping around the SW bands and you hit the BAND button, the K3 should go back to ham bands only and not screw up the band order. KM5Q posted a neat way to program the keypad for band changing. It's almost like having a normal keypad but requires an extra button push. Looks nice but a lot of labor to get all of that programmed. It would be cool if we could just send a 'memory' file to each other and load our radios. Maybe that can be added to the K3 Utility someday. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, May 07, 2008 8:28 AM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 ham vs general band changes Here's what I'm unclear on. If I'm on the 20 meter band and I enter freq 9.8 MHz what happens to my band order as I cycle through them. Have I replaced the 20 meter ban with 9.8 MHz. Another way to ask the same question, if I want to go to 9.8 MHz, should I make sure I'm on the 30 meter band BEFORE entering the frequency? I seem to recall my K2 getting all mixed up if I was on one band and entered a frequency for another and am wondering if the K3 is the same. - Keith N1AS - - K3 711 - -Original Message- From: Dick Green WC1M The K3 manual says the Band switch scrolls through the ham bands. But if I enter a general coverage frequency, say 11.000, it becomes the setting of the nearest ham band. So, when I'm scrolling, I see 7.000, 11.000, 14.000, etc. I have to re-enter 10.100 to get 30m to the right setting. ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.23.9/1417 - Release Date: 5/6/2008 8:07 AM ___ 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] K3 Band switch
Well statedSoLet's go back to the rotary bandswitch. It was faster to change bands than bumping this button half dozen times. Nowadays a lot of hams have amplifiers, tuners and rotary beams that follow the bandswitching. Imagine what happens to all those relays and motors when quickly scrolling through each band. Steve Ellington [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Don Wilhelm [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, May 07, 2008 3:50 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Band switch Craig, I am not certain why you believe the current bandswitching method is confusing - unless you are trying to follow the several suggestions for changing the band selection. I find the BAND up/down switch similar to the old rotary bandswitches. You go one way (usually clockwise) to go to a higher band and the other way to go to a lower band. And you had to do it one switch detent at a time, there was no hopping from one band direct to another unless they were adjacent. One can easily count finger taps on the band button just as easily as counting rotary switch detent positions - one just has to remember how many bands apart the present one is from the desired one. Just my opinion. 73, Don W3FPR Craig D. Smith wrote: To me, at least, the present situation is rather confusing. I hope they will consider your idea. 73 ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.23.9/1419 - Release Date: 5/7/2008 7:46 AM ___ 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
