[Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Greetings! This afternoon at the DX Convention in Visalia, CA, we unveiled a new top-of-the-line transceiver -- the Elecraft K3. This is the culmination of three years of design, test, and refinement, and we believe the K3 will set a new standard for performance and value in its class. It has features and performance comparable to present radios ranging from $4000 to $12000. (We'd like to thank the many surprised convention attendees. What they all said boils down to something like Yes!) A full K3 web page will be set up by Monday, complete with order form and other details. Meanwhile, please take a look at the temporary page: http://www.elecraft.com/K3 Among other things, you'll find a very high-resolution front panel photo (as well as other photos): http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3_big_v2.jpg And the K3 data sheet: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3_Data%20Sheet_rev06.pdf There's also an order form that could be printed and mailed, but sometime on Monday the on-line order page will be up and running, which is the preferred method. As explained on the order form, you can reserve a K3 now for initial shipments in July. A 50% deposit is requested if you'd like to secure one of the first 200 production units (serial numbers 20-220, probably). Here's a quick summary of the K3's specs: - K3/100 and K3/10 models (the K3/10 can be upgraded very easily, internally, to a K3/100) - Basic K3 price ranges from $1399 to $1989 depending on whether you start with the 10-watt or 100-watt model, and whether you choose factory assembled or modular, no-soldering, kit (this is the subject of the next email). - Desktop/portable size: 4H x 10W x 10D (10 x 25 x 25 cm) -- optimized for both home and travel use - All modes (SSB, CW, DATA, AM, FM, plus AM-sync receive, and built-in PSK31/TTY decoder) - High-dynamic range, down-conversion architecture, plus 32-bit I.F. DSP for software-defined capabilities (and lots of room for future expansion) - Optional subreceiver with *identical* performance to the main receiver, including a fully independent front end, its own set of roofing filters, its own DSP, and low-noise synthesizer; binaural or combined receiver audio - Up to five crystal roofing filters *per receiver*, with bandwidths as narrow as 200 Hz - Narrow ham-band filtering, plus optional general-coverage receive filters (can be added to either or both receivers) - Internal 100-W ATU option with two antenna jacks - 100 W PA module includes two large fans, circuit breaker, full parameter monitoring - All signal sources phase-locked to common 49.380 MHz reference oscillator; 1 PPM TCXO option, firmware-correctable to better than 0.5 PPM - Built-in PSK31, RTTY, and CW decoding and display allows use of digital modes with or *without* a computer; use CW keyer paddle or attached computer for casual, two-way data QSOs - Advanced noise reduction; auto- and manual notch. Noise blanker included (both I.F. hardware pulse blanker and DSP noise blanking) - Easy-to-use DSP shift/width and locut/hicut controls with automatic crystal filter selection based on selected passband width (in real-time -- no filter calculation delays) - Dedicated CW/voice message buttons; optional digital voice recorder - 100 general frequency memories with alphanumeric text labeling, plus 4 scratchpad memories per band - Full-custom, optimized, segmented LCD with two VFO displays, alphanumeric text, and dedicated filter passband graphic - Rich I/O set: stereo speaker outputs, fully isolated soundcard interface, dedicated RS-232 I/O (and optional USB adapter), receive antenna in/out jacks (for patching in RX filters, etc.), and both front- and rear-panel mic and headphone jacks - One-click PC firmware download program checks for updates automatically and quickly updates microcontroller and DSP firmware If you have any questions on specifications, performance, etc., that are not answered by the data sheet, feel free to email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sales questions should go to Lisa: [EMAIL PROTECTED] We'd like to acknowledge the hard work of the following colleagues: Lyle Johnson, KK7P (DSP, digital I/O, audio I/O, many of the PC boards, and countless critical tasks) Bob Friess, N6CM (RF deck, ATU, high-performance 1st mixer, noise blanker, other receiver design) John Grebenkemper, KI6WX (synthesizer, general receiver architecture) Brian Broggie, W6FVI (manufacturing engineering -- say hi to him at Visalia tomorrow) Paul Russell (purchasing) Lisa Jones (who somehow held down the fort during the entire process) Eric (WA6HHQ), as usual, applied pressure in all the right places to ensure that this would be the best radio we could make: he's Mr. Performance and Features. Wayne (N6KR -- yours truly) was the principle designer, and also got to do all the
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
WOW! I knew this was a good night to stay up late. Wayne, it looks beautiful. Looks like I'll have to have one! 73, Tony W7GO ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Looks nice. My order is on your fax machine. Craig NZ0R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of wayne burdick Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2007 1:23 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Cc: QRP-L; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m,Assembled or Kit Greetings! This afternoon at the DX Convention in Visalia, CA, we unveiled a new top-of-the-line transceiver -- the Elecraft K3. This is the culmination of three years of design, test, and refinement, and we believe the K3 will set a new standard for performance and value in its class. It has features and performance comparable to present radios ranging from $4000 to $12000. (We'd like to thank the many surprised convention attendees. What they all said boils down to something like Yes!) A full K3 web page will be set up by Monday, complete with order form and other details. Meanwhile, please take a look at the temporary page: http://www.elecraft.com/K3 Among other things, you'll find a very high-resolution front panel photo (as well as other photos): http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3_big_v2.jpg And the K3 data sheet: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3_Data%20Sheet_rev06.pdf There's also an order form that could be printed and mailed, but sometime on Monday the on-line order page will be up and running, which is the preferred method. As explained on the order form, you can reserve a K3 now for initial shipments in July. A 50% deposit is requested if you'd like to secure one of the first 200 production units (serial numbers 20-220, probably). Here's a quick summary of the K3's specs: - K3/100 and K3/10 models (the K3/10 can be upgraded very easily, internally, to a K3/100) - Basic K3 price ranges from $1399 to $1989 depending on whether you start with the 10-watt or 100-watt model, and whether you choose factory assembled or modular, no-soldering, kit (this is the subject of the next email). - Desktop/portable size: 4H x 10W x 10D (10 x 25 x 25 cm) -- optimized for both home and travel use - All modes (SSB, CW, DATA, AM, FM, plus AM-sync receive, and built-in PSK31/TTY decoder) - High-dynamic range, down-conversion architecture, plus 32-bit I.F. DSP for software-defined capabilities (and lots of room for future expansion) - Optional subreceiver with *identical* performance to the main receiver, including a fully independent front end, its own set of roofing filters, its own DSP, and low-noise synthesizer; binaural or combined receiver audio - Up to five crystal roofing filters *per receiver*, with bandwidths as narrow as 200 Hz - Narrow ham-band filtering, plus optional general-coverage receive filters (can be added to either or both receivers) - Internal 100-W ATU option with two antenna jacks - 100 W PA module includes two large fans, circuit breaker, full parameter monitoring - All signal sources phase-locked to common 49.380 MHz reference oscillator; 1 PPM TCXO option, firmware-correctable to better than 0.5 PPM - Built-in PSK31, RTTY, and CW decoding and display allows use of digital modes with or *without* a computer; use CW keyer paddle or attached computer for casual, two-way data QSOs - Advanced noise reduction; auto- and manual notch. Noise blanker included (both I.F. hardware pulse blanker and DSP noise blanking) - Easy-to-use DSP shift/width and locut/hicut controls with automatic crystal filter selection based on selected passband width (in real-time -- no filter calculation delays) - Dedicated CW/voice message buttons; optional digital voice recorder - 100 general frequency memories with alphanumeric text labeling, plus 4 scratchpad memories per band - Full-custom, optimized, segmented LCD with two VFO displays, alphanumeric text, and dedicated filter passband graphic - Rich I/O set: stereo speaker outputs, fully isolated soundcard interface, dedicated RS-232 I/O (and optional USB adapter), receive antenna in/out jacks (for patching in RX filters, etc.), and both front- and rear-panel mic and headphone jacks - One-click PC firmware download program checks for updates automatically and quickly updates microcontroller and DSP firmware If you have any questions on specifications, performance, etc., that are not answered by the data sheet, feel free to email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sales questions should go to Lisa: [EMAIL PROTECTED] We'd like to acknowledge the hard work of the following colleagues: Lyle Johnson, KK7P (DSP, digital I/O, audio I/O, many of the PC boards, and countless critical tasks) Bob Friess, N6CM (RF deck, ATU, high-performance 1st mixer, noise blanker, other receiver design) John Grebenkemper, KI6WX (synthesizer, general receiver architecture) Brian Broggie, W6FVI (manufacturing engineering -- say hi to him
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Very, very, very cool To all at Elecraft and relevant designers/beta testers, etc.: GREAT JOB DONE !! Your contribution to our hobby in terms of building enjoyment as well as delivering superb qualityservice has been outstanding. '73 Mark, PA5MW (PI4TUE) ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Hallo Wayne et al, WOW! Congrats on what looks like a very nice radio! Before I start doing stupid things like filling out order forms and the like: 1) Do any of the options conflict with each other, i.e. if A is installed, then B can not be? 2) If the KRX3 is installed one would need two of the KFL3A-200, KFL3A-250, KFL3A-400, KFL3A-500, KFL3A-2.8K, KFL3A-6K, KFL3B-FM, and KBPF3 to have two maximum feature RXes? 3) If one installs the KBPF3, what impact does this have on the ham band front filters? 4) Is the K3 avaidable with an optional KPA1500? hi hi vy 73 de toby -- DD5FZ, 4N6FZ (ex dj7mgq, dg5mgq, dd5fz) K2 #885, K2/100 #3248 DOK C12, BCC, DL-QRP-AG ___ 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
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Wayne, Looking at the available information am I right in thinking that by adding a sub-receiver I can use a common antenna for 15 and 10m and get separate audio via the rear stereo connector? This would be wonderful for digital modes as I could monitor two bands simultaneously. Obviously the ATU should be OFF in RX. Will the K3 be displayed at Friedrichshafen 2007 or is it only available for viewing by the 'old colonials' for now? Simon 'I do not need another radio ever' HB9DRV - Original Message - From: wayne burdick [EMAIL PROTECTED] Greetings! ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Wayne: This looks beautiful. Does the firmware download facility work with all platforms (Mac as well)? or is it only for Windows-based things? thanks, dave belsley, w1euy On Apr 28, 2007, at 2:23 AM, wayne burdick wrote: Greetings! This afternoon at the DX Convention in Visalia, CA, we unveiled a new top-of-the-line transceiver -- the Elecraft K3. This is the culmination of three years of design, test, and refinement, and we believe the K3 will set a new standard for performance and value in its class. It has features and performance comparable to present radios ranging from $4000 to $12000. (We'd like to thank the many surprised convention attendees. What they all said boils down to something like Yes!) A full K3 web page will be set up by Monday, complete with order form and other details. Meanwhile, please take a look at the temporary page: http://www.elecraft.com/K3 Among other things, you'll find a very high-resolution front panel photo (as well as other photos): http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3_big_v2.jpg And the K3 data sheet: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3_Data%20Sheet_rev06.pdf There's also an order form that could be printed and mailed, but sometime on Monday the on-line order page will be up and running, which is the preferred method. As explained on the order form, you can reserve a K3 now for initial shipments in July. A 50% deposit is requested if you'd like to secure one of the first 200 production units (serial numbers 20-220, probably). Here's a quick summary of the K3's specs: - K3/100 and K3/10 models (the K3/10 can be upgraded very easily, internally, to a K3/100) - Basic K3 price ranges from $1399 to $1989 depending on whether you start with the 10-watt or 100-watt model, and whether you choose factory assembled or modular, no-soldering, kit (this is the subject of the next email). - Desktop/portable size: 4H x 10W x 10D (10 x 25 x 25 cm) -- optimized for both home and travel use - All modes (SSB, CW, DATA, AM, FM, plus AM-sync receive, and built-in PSK31/TTY decoder) - High-dynamic range, down-conversion architecture, plus 32-bit I.F. DSP for software-defined capabilities (and lots of room for future expansion) - Optional subreceiver with *identical* performance to the main receiver, including a fully independent front end, its own set of roofing filters, its own DSP, and low-noise synthesizer; binaural or combined receiver audio - Up to five crystal roofing filters *per receiver*, with bandwidths as narrow as 200 Hz - Narrow ham-band filtering, plus optional general-coverage receive filters (can be added to either or both receivers) - Internal 100-W ATU option with two antenna jacks - 100 W PA module includes two large fans, circuit breaker, full parameter monitoring - All signal sources phase-locked to common 49.380 MHz reference oscillator; 1 PPM TCXO option, firmware-correctable to better than 0.5 PPM - Built-in PSK31, RTTY, and CW decoding and display allows use of digital modes with or *without* a computer; use CW keyer paddle or attached computer for casual, two-way data QSOs - Advanced noise reduction; auto- and manual notch. Noise blanker included (both I.F. hardware pulse blanker and DSP noise blanking) - Easy-to-use DSP shift/width and locut/hicut controls with automatic crystal filter selection based on selected passband width (in real-time -- no filter calculation delays) - Dedicated CW/voice message buttons; optional digital voice recorder - 100 general frequency memories with alphanumeric text labeling, plus 4 scratchpad memories per band - Full-custom, optimized, segmented LCD with two VFO displays, alphanumeric text, and dedicated filter passband graphic - Rich I/O set: stereo speaker outputs, fully isolated soundcard interface, dedicated RS-232 I/O (and optional USB adapter), receive antenna in/out jacks (for patching in RX filters, etc.), and both front- and rear-panel mic and headphone jacks - One-click PC firmware download program checks for updates automatically and quickly updates microcontroller and DSP firmware If you have any questions on specifications, performance, etc., that are not answered by the data sheet, feel free to email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sales questions should go to Lisa: [EMAIL PROTECTED] We'd like to acknowledge the hard work of the following colleagues: Lyle Johnson, KK7P (DSP, digital I/O, audio I/O, many of the PC boards, and countless critical tasks) Bob Friess, N6CM (RF deck, ATU, high-performance 1st mixer, noise blanker, other receiver design) John Grebenkemper, KI6WX (synthesizer, general receiver architecture) Brian Broggie, W6FVI (manufacturing engineering -- say hi to him at Visalia tomorrow) Paul Russell (purchasing) Lisa Jones (who somehow held
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Hello Simon! Looking at the available information am I right in thinking that by adding a sub-receiver I can use a common antenna for 15 and 10m and get separate audio via the rear stereo connector? You can have the subreceiver listen on the same antenna as the main receiver, or an a different antenna assuming the KAT3 ATU is installed. With the KXV3 option you can have it listen on a separate (third) antenna, or add additional filtering in-line. You can combine the receiver audio, or split it so main is left and sub is right. You can get the stereo output from speakers, front headphones or rear headphones. YOU can also get it along with one of these from the PC line output jack. Simon 'I do not need another radio ever' HB9DRV Sure you do! You just didn't know it until today :-) 73, Lyle KK7P PS - thank you for your work on HRD and DM780, Simon. The K3 is fully controllable over the serial interface. There is nothing you can control from the front panel that you won't be able to control remotely :-) ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Few questions related to the new panadapter kit I'm working on: 1. What is the IF frequency at the K3's IF output port? 8.215 MHz 2. Is the K3's IF output port wideband (ahead of the roofing filter) or narrowband? Wideband. 3. Is the IF frequency sense inverted on some bands, as is the K2? 6 meters uses low side injection, all other bands use high side injection. 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Thanks, Lyle. What, then, is the firmware upgrade method if one doesn't have a windows thing? thanks, dave On Apr 28, 2007, at 9:14 AM, Lyle Johnson wrote: This looks beautiful. Does the firmware download facility work with all platforms (Mac as well)? or is it only for Windows-based things? Currently it is a windoze app. Lyle KK7P david a belsley professor emeritus at boston college ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Thanks. No problem working with those specifications. Jack Lyle Johnson wrote: Few questions related to the new panadapter kit I'm working on: 1. What is the IF frequency at the K3's IF output port? 8.215 MHz 2. Is the K3's IF output port wideband (ahead of the roofing filter) or narrowband? Wideband. 3. Is the IF frequency sense inverted on some bands, as is the K2? 6 meters uses low side injection, all other bands use high side injection. 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 ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Hello Dave! Thanks, Lyle. What, then, is the firmware upgrade method if one doesn't have a windows thing? I see two choices: (a) run windows anyway (late model Macs can do this, and x86-based Wintel computers can usually bhe set up to boot a Windows partition). (b) wait until the app is ported to other platforms. Such porting is planned. In the very near term, Windows will be needed to perform updates. 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
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- Original Message - From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Simon 'I do not need another radio ever' HB9DRV Sure you do! You just didn't know it until today :-) Assuming I do need another radio, would you be shipping by Q3 or Q4? Simon Brown, HB9DRV ___ 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
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Assuming I do need another radio, would you be shipping by Q3 or Q4? Wayne wrote: As explained on the order form, you can reserve a K3 now for initial shipments in July. A 50% deposit is requested if you'd like to secure one of the first 200 production units (serial numbers 20-220, probably). vy 73 de toby ___ 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
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- Original Message - From: Toby Deinhardt [EMAIL PROTECTED] As explained on the order form, you can reserve a K3 now for initial shipments in July. A 50% deposit is requested if you'd like to secure one of the first 200 production units (serial numbers 20-220, probably). Ah - missed that in the excitement. Thanks - Simon ___ 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
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Simon 'I do not need another radio ever' HB9DRV Sure you do! You just didn't know it until today :-) Assuming I do need another radio, would you be shipping by Q3 or Q4? July is the expected month for initial shipments. 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
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- Original Message - From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] July is the expected month for initial shipments. This is like offering a nice juicy bone to a dog who's been living off cornflakes for the last 3 years. Simon Brown, HB9DRV ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Hi Jack, Figured we'd hear from you :) Jack Smith wrote: Few questions related to the new panadapter kit I'm working on: 1. What is the IF frequency at the K3's IF output port? 8.215 MHz. 2. Is the K3's IF output port wideband (ahead of the roofing filter) or narrowband? Wideband. 3. Is the IF frequency sense inverted on some bands, as is the K2? Only on 6 meters. In the K3 case, this is totally transparent to the operator. But yes, the Panadapter will see the inversion since it's pre-DSP. 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
RE: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
I see that the back panel of the K3 has a 15 pin ACC jack. It looks like a video connector for a computer monitor? Is this what it is to be used for? Or is it more like the acc jacks on the back of my Yaesu which contain digital data, band data, FSK functions, 12v power, PTT, etc.? I'm drooling and my birthday is in JULY! Roger, W1EM ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
I see that the back panel of the K3 has a 15 pin ACC jack. It looks like a video connector for a computer monitor? Same connector type, but not for video. Is this what it is to be used for? Or is it more like the acc jacks on the back of my Yaesu Yes. which contain digital data, band data, FSK functions, 12v power, PTT, etc.? yes, yes, yes, no, yes, yes -- all but the 12V power, which is on a separate connector. 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
On Apr 28, 2007, at 7:17 AM, Lyle Johnson wrote: Hello Dave! Thanks, Lyle. What, then, is the firmware upgrade method if one doesn't have a windows thing? I see two choices: (a) run windows anyway (late model Macs can do this, and x86-based Wintel computers can usually bhe set up to boot a Windows partition). (b) wait until the app is ported to other platforms. Such porting is planned. In the very near term, Windows will be needed to perform updates. 73, Lyle KK7P Other possibilities--Virtual PC on a PPC Mac (slow as molasses, but that shouldn't be a problem), Wine, Win4Lin or VMware on Linux. 73 - Bob, N7XY ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Where are the pictures for the k3? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Roger Marrotte Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2007 11:31 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m,Assembled or Kit I see that the back panel of the K3 has a 15 pin ACC jack. It looks like a video connector for a computer monitor? Is this what it is to be used for? Or is it more like the acc jacks on the back of my Yaesu which contain digital data, band data, FSK functions, 12v power, PTT, etc.? I'm drooling and my birthday is in JULY! Roger, W1EM ___ 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Looking at the K3 backside, an DB9 serial connector. Was thought given to USB and/or Ethernet? Jozef WB2MIC ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Where are the pictures for the k3? URL:http://www.elecraft.com/K3/ 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Looking at the K3 backside, an DB9 serial connector. Was thought given to USB and/or Ethernet? Indeed it was. By using RS232, we allow older computers to connect with a simple cable, and USB-equipped computers to connect using a cable with some electronics in it. I successfully operate and load firmware into my K3 using both methods. And believe me, as the guy writing the DSP code, I do a lot of code loading, so I've exercised this interface a *lot* ! Fortunately, thanks to its plug-in PC board modular design, the K3 has the potential for future options using dedicated USB, Ethernet -- or ??? 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
What maximum speed does the RS232 interface support? FWIW I totally support use of RS232, it's the most flexible solution. Simon Brown, HB9DRV - Original Message - From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Indeed it was. By using RS232, we allow older computers to connect with a simple cable, and USB-equipped computers to connect using a cable with some electronics in 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
What maximum speed does the RS232 interface support? 38k4 is what we use for firmware downloads, and is the current maximum port speed supported. 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
Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Thanks, a big improvement on the K2's 4800. Simon Brown, HB9DRV - Original Message - From: Lyle Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] What maximum speed does the RS232 interface support? 38k4 is what we use for firmware downloads, and is the current maximum port speed supported. ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
On the topic of K3 firmware upgrading: On Sat, 2007-04-28 at 08:51 -0700, Bob Nielsen wrote: Wine, Win4Lin or VMware on Linux. Or Parallels, VirtualBox (my favourite), QEMU, or Bochs. All of these except Parallels are free. ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
Thanks, a big improvement on the K2's 4800. You can set it for 4800 if you prefer ;-) 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
RE: [Elecraft] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit,
Bah! K3, who needs it! I'm perfectly happy with my K2. Do you take PayPal? Tom, AK2B ___ 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] Announcing the Elecraft K3 Transceiver: 10/100W, 160-6m, Assembled or Kit
If it is just a specific piece of software that is needed to perform the update, it may be able to work with Wine. David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 #5982 Lyle Johnson wrote: Hello Dave! Thanks, Lyle. What, then, is the firmware upgrade method if one doesn't have a windows thing? I see two choices: (a) run windows anyway (late model Macs can do this, and x86-based Wintel computers can usually bhe set up to boot a Windows partition). (b) wait until the app is ported to other platforms. Such porting is planned. In the very near term, Windows will be needed to perform updates. 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 ___ 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
