[Elecraft] K3S to K3/0 mini Connection
Hello Everyone. I would like to directly connect my K3S to a K3/0 mini, basement shack to upstairs living room. All the information seems to use the RemoteRig and internet to do the linking. Has anyone hardwired K3S to K3/O ??? Any help would be appreciated.. Tnx, Rick WA3MKT Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted
Kind of happened by accident, Larry k6ro -Original Message- From: Jim Cary Sent: Monday, July 12, 2021 11:30 AM To: Paul GACEK Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted Yes, K6RO seems to be running a K3 dealership on Ebay! On Jul 12, 2021, at 2:25 PM, Paul GACEK wrote: Hi Jim Seemingly lots of K3 and add ons available on eBay at present. Paul On Jul 12, 2021, at 10:49 AM, Jim Cary wrote: Interested in a K3S or maybe K3 for a backup to my current K3S. If you have one you would like to get rid of, please email me the particulars. Thanks, Jim W2SM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to paul.ga...@me.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to las...@cox.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted
Yes, K6RO seems to be running a K3 dealership on Ebay! > On Jul 12, 2021, at 2:25 PM, Paul GACEK wrote: > > Hi Jim > > Seemingly lots of K3 and add ons available on eBay at present. > > Paul > >> On Jul 12, 2021, at 10:49 AM, Jim Cary wrote: >> >> Interested in a K3S or maybe K3 for a backup to my current K3S. >> >> If you have one you would like to get rid of, please email me the >> particulars. >> >> Thanks, >> >> Jim >> W2SM >> >> >> __ >> Elecraft mailing list >> Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft >> Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm >> Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net >> >> This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net >> Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html >> Message delivered to paul.ga...@me.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted
Hi Jim Seemingly lots of K3 and add ons available on eBay at present. Paul > On Jul 12, 2021, at 10:49 AM, Jim Cary wrote: > > Interested in a K3S or maybe K3 for a backup to my current K3S. > > If you have one you would like to get rid of, please email me the particulars. > > Thanks, > > Jim > W2SM > > > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm > Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net > > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net > Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html > Message delivered to paul.ga...@me.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S or K3 Wanted
Interested in a K3S or maybe K3 for a backup to my current K3S. If you have one you would like to get rid of, please email me the particulars. Thanks, Jim W2SM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft k3S and K3/0 Mini with remote rig
Don is correct. I seriously doubt Microbit can help either, but if you contact them, be aware that RemoteRig comes from Sweden. Michael speaks excellent English, however as is always true when communicating across international borders, technical things in one country may have different names in another. The odds are extremely high [like p=0.99] that when you reset your router, DHCP assigned a different IP address to your RRC's, or to your wireless adapter if you're using WiFi. One never knows with Apple [being different and obscure seems to be part of their business model], but just like your RRC's, most routers have an internal web server you can access with any browser. The IP address for our ATT is 192.168.1.254 I found it just by starting at 192.168.1.255 and working down, most seem to be at the upper or lower end of the range of the last octet. 192.168.. is one of several IP ranges that are never broadcast [i.e. private to your internal network] and are most commonly used in consumer products. You can then look at the local device list and get the DHCP-assigned IP for your RRC(s). Go in to them and change the IP settings and it will likely work. 73, Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County On 4/5/2018 7:58 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Ron, You might find more knowledgeable people at the Remote Rig forums. The ham world is mainly Windows oriented, and that includes the support staff at Elecraft, so questions about mac applications and Apple gear may not have easy answers for them. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/4/2018 9:05 AM, Ron Gould wrote: I have a pair of remote rigs which I use to remotely control a Elecraft K3S via Elecraft K3/0 mini which I purchased from Elecraft. Everything has been working fine until I had to reset my router, a Apple Time Capsule. Now the remote rig just beeps at me and does not turn K3S on. Documentation is difficult to find on exactly how to configure a Time Capsule to work with the remote rigs. I contacted Elecraft technical support but they referred me to manuals on remote rig and their K3 mini manual but I find little in the way of Mac support with a Apple router. Elecraft says this is beyond their networking knowledge. I believe I have set the port forwarding up correctly but since documentation is limited, I am not sure I have done so correctly or have missed something. Hopefully someone out there has theirs up and running with Apple hardware and can advise or Elecraft can help better than they have. 73’s __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft k3S and K3/0 Mini with remote rig
Ron, It is really very simple. There is a guide at: <https://portforward.com/apple/> If you still have problems, drop me a direct mail. I can set it up using Teamviewer in about two minutes. 73, Mitch DJ0QN / K7DX -- Mitch Wolfson K7DX / DJ0QN 10285 Boca Cir, Naples, FL 34109 Skype: mitchwo USA: Home:+1-239-221-9600 - Mobile:+1-424-288-9171 Germany: Home:+49 89 32152700 - Mobile:+49 172 8374436 On 05.04.2018 10:58, Don Wilhelm wrote: Ron, You might find more knowledgeable people at the Remote Rig forums. The ham world is mainly Windows oriented, and that includes the support staff at Elecraft, so questions about mac applications and Apple gear may not have easy answers for them. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/4/2018 9:05 AM, Ron Gould wrote: I have a pair of remote rigs which I use to remotely control a Elecraft K3S via Elecraft K3/0 mini which I purchased from Elecraft. Everything has been working fine until I had to reset my router, a Apple Time Capsule. Now the remote rig just beeps at me and does not turn K3S on. Documentation is difficult to find on exactly how to configure a Time Capsule to work with the remote rigs. I contacted Elecraft technical support but they referred me to manuals on remote rig and their K3 mini manual but I find little in the way of Mac support with a Apple router. Elecraft says this is beyond their networking knowledge. I believe I have set the port forwarding up correctly but since documentation is limited, I am not sure I have done so correctly or have missed something. Hopefully someone out there has theirs up and running with Apple hardware and can advise or Elecraft can help better than they have. 73’s __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to dj...@arrl.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft k3S and K3/0 Mini with remote rig
I recommend calling Apple technical support at (800) 275-2273; you may have to get them to escalate it to a higher "guru" on the Apple Airport; I had to do that, but am satisfied with the results. 73 de Dave, W5SV On Thu, Apr 5, 2018 at 9:58 AM, Don Wilhelm <donw...@embarqmail.com> wrote: > Ron, > > You might find more knowledgeable people at the Remote Rig forums. The > ham world is mainly Windows oriented, and that includes the support staff > at Elecraft, so questions about mac applications and Apple gear may not > have easy answers for them. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > > On 4/4/2018 9:05 AM, Ron Gould wrote: > >> I have a pair of remote rigs which I use to remotely control a Elecraft >> K3S via Elecraft K3/0 mini which I purchased from Elecraft. Everything has >> been working fine until I had to reset my router, a Apple Time Capsule. >> Now the remote rig just beeps at me and does not turn K3S on. >> Documentation is difficult to find on exactly how to configure a Time >> Capsule to work with the remote rigs. >> >> I contacted Elecraft technical support but they referred me to manuals on >> remote rig and their K3 mini manual but I find little in the way of Mac >> support with a Apple router. Elecraft says this is beyond their networking >> knowledge. I believe I have set the port forwarding up correctly but since >> documentation is limited, I am not sure I have done so correctly or have >> missed something. Hopefully someone out there has theirs up and running >> with Apple hardware and can advise or Elecraft can help better than they >> have. 73’s >> > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm > Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net > > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net > Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html > Message delivered to w5sv.d...@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft k3S and K3/0 Mini with remote rig
Ron, You might find more knowledgeable people at the Remote Rig forums. The ham world is mainly Windows oriented, and that includes the support staff at Elecraft, so questions about mac applications and Apple gear may not have easy answers for them. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/4/2018 9:05 AM, Ron Gould wrote: I have a pair of remote rigs which I use to remotely control a Elecraft K3S via Elecraft K3/0 mini which I purchased from Elecraft. Everything has been working fine until I had to reset my router, a Apple Time Capsule. Now the remote rig just beeps at me and does not turn K3S on. Documentation is difficult to find on exactly how to configure a Time Capsule to work with the remote rigs. I contacted Elecraft technical support but they referred me to manuals on remote rig and their K3 mini manual but I find little in the way of Mac support with a Apple router. Elecraft says this is beyond their networking knowledge. I believe I have set the port forwarding up correctly but since documentation is limited, I am not sure I have done so correctly or have missed something. Hopefully someone out there has theirs up and running with Apple hardware and can advise or Elecraft can help better than they have. 73’s __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft k3S and K3/0 Mini with remote rig
I have a pair of remote rigs which I use to remotely control a Elecraft K3S via Elecraft K3/0 mini which I purchased from Elecraft. Everything has been working fine until I had to reset my router, a Apple Time Capsule. Now the remote rig just beeps at me and does not turn K3S on. Documentation is difficult to find on exactly how to configure a Time Capsule to work with the remote rigs. I contacted Elecraft technical support but they referred me to manuals on remote rig and their K3 mini manual but I find little in the way of Mac support with a Apple router. Elecraft says this is beyond their networking knowledge. I believe I have set the port forwarding up correctly but since documentation is limited, I am not sure I have done so correctly or have missed something. Hopefully someone out there has theirs up and running with Apple hardware and can advise or Elecraft can help better than they have. 73’s __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3s or K3
Hello . Any have an K3s or K3 for sale ? KIT of it never build...also of interest. Pse mail me direct if you have something to offer : la9nea at online.no 73 Viggo LA9NEA __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3s vs K3's
In text, on the website, etc. Elecraft calls the new radio the K3S — capital “S". So 2 K3s or 2 K3Ss, would be clear — presuming cats can be herded well enough to manage a bit of consistency ;) Grant NQ5T K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > On Oct 14, 2016, at 11:20 AM, Joe Subich, W4TVwrote: > > > > use the terms K3's or K3s' > > Grammatically incorrect. Use of the apostrophe indicates possessive as > in "belonging to the K3 or K3s" - for example "the K3's VFO A knob". > > 73, > > ... Joe, W4TV > > On 10/14/2016 10:59 AM, Charlie T, K3ICH wrote: >> Due to the odd way Elecraft chose to label the new K3s, I would request that >> when referring to multiple radios, use the terms K3's or K3s' rather than >> simply K3s which implies a single radio. >> >> 73, Charlie k3ICH __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S, K3s, K3's, K3s'....etc. K3S for the reflector please.
There are a number of new users on this reflector since the announcement of the K3S transceiver last summer. Please indulge me a bit of bandwidth to update the newcomers to a request made back then by Wayne. During the initial announcement of the K3S, we all shared some laughs about how the new rig would be discussed here. Folks trying to emulate the logo font of the new radio were using a lower case "s" after the K3 (K3s) in discussions here. The result was a flurry of entertaining posts reflecting K3S, K3Ses, K3s, K3's, K3s' and the confusion it might create. Singular, plural, possessiveand it drew Wayne's attention. He commented that there had been discussions within Elecraft about the possible confusion caused by the logo font chosen for the rig. (Logos need to be *unique* in order to be trademarked, registered, etc.) It was all good-natured fun but we all understood that confusion could persist. Posters continued attempting to replicate the logo design of the K3S here on the reflector and could not do so. The reason was that the "S" in the stylized K3S logo is also a capital "S" but of a smaller size font. There is only one size capital "S" font available on this reflector, so Wayne jumped in and requested that members of the reflector refer to the new rig as the K3S, not K3s (K3 capital "S" *not* K3 lower case "s") in an effort to minimize confusion. Standardization of that nomenclature for the sake of clarity on this reflector would be a big help. Happy New Year! 73, Terry W0FM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3s, K3, K3+ definitions.
I was trying to come up with a good label for my Highly Upgraded K3 S/N 125. Elecraft is using K3*S. *So I thought K3s for my unit after I get the USB interface added. But K3s is being used by everyone in email for the real thing because the Stylized K3 with the slightly smaller large S is too hard to emulate on my standard keyboard. So K3s is used for the real thing and I am looking for a good label for S/N 125 with new synthesizers and the new interface and the low band mod etc., etc. K3+ K3u Maybe I will use a silver pen to add a small stylized + after the K3 on the panel. Disfigurement, bad Idea? I kind of like K3+ What do you folks think? Aloha, John KH7T __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3
Before I got my K3 I spent about a year trying to decide between: Better radio vs. More fun assembling it When the XYL approved of the K3 UI and agreed I should buy one that made the decision. 73 Bill AE6JV On 8/21/15 at 6:41 AM, bs...@k5dkz.com (bs usb) wrote: I have also discovered that the currently available K2 has undergone some significant upgrading as well. I am beginning to think that a new K2 is what would suit me best. --- Bill Frantz| I don't have high-speed | Periwinkle (408)356-8506 | internet. I have DSL.| 16345 Englewood Ave www.pwpconsult.com | | Los Gatos, CA 95032 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S or K3
What is leading you towards considering a K2? What do you plan to use it for? I really enjoyed building and using my K2. The QSK on it is smooth and silent, whether QRP or with the KXPA100, and I love being able to switch seamlessly between paddle and straight key without having to change anything on the radio. I miss the PX3 panadapter when using the K2 -- maybe at some point I'll tap the IF and use a softrock SDR + laptop to get a panadapter display. I haven't used the K2 for any digital modes so far -- I think there are some mods recommended first. Frequency stability could possibly be a concern with some of the more fussy digi modes -- although I have to say the K2 I bought/built last year came with all the latest improvements and the stability is really very good, certainly more than enough for CW and SSB. Maybe some other K2 owners can comment on their digimode experiences. You didn't mention KX3 in your mail, that is another option worth considering, depending on your requirements. 73, Matt VK2RQ _ From: bs usb bs...@k5dkz.com Sent: vendredi, août 21, 2015 10:41 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3S or K3 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net I recently posted a poorly crafted question on the subject. Since then I have come to realize that there is no definitive answer. Too many possible configurations. However, I have learned a lot. Apparently the biggest improvement comes from the new synthesizer and the K3 can also be upgraded to be almost a K3S. So asking which is better from a performance standpoint does not make much sense. I have not actually done the arithmetic but I am willing to bet there is not much cost differential between a K3S and a fully upgraded K3. I have also discovered that the currently available K2 has undergone some significant upgrading as well. I am beginning to think that a new K2 is what would suit me best. -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to matt.vk...@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S or K3
I recently posted a poorly crafted question on the subject. Since then I have come to realize that there is no definitive answer. Too many possible configurations. However, I have learned a lot. Apparently the biggest improvement comes from the new synthesizer and the K3 can also be upgraded to be almost a K3S. So asking which is better from a performance standpoint does not make much sense. I have not actually done the arithmetic but I am willing to bet there is not much cost differential between a K3S and a fully upgraded K3. I have also discovered that the currently available K2 has undergone some significant upgrading as well. I am beginning to think that a new K2 is what would suit me best. -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S OR K3
I can't say enough good things about the built in data modes. I don't think casual gives them enough credit for their usefulness while chasing DX. I had 114 DXCC entities confirmed in digital mode (all RTTY) when I acquired my first K3 in the fall of 2011. I'm now listed at 215 on the digital mode DXCC list and every one I have added was worked from the front panel of my K3 in RTTY mode with no interface or software. I have my call sign (x3) built into the M3 button and a generic report built into the M4 button, and the K3 is always ready to go in RTTY mode when I am on the air. That readiness made all the difference when I worked 9N1AA in Nepal simplex on 20 meter RTTY for an all time new one in 2013. In another minute the frequency was hopeless with callers, but my contact was already in the log. No super station here either, worked him from South Mississippi with 500 watts to a ground mounted vertical while listening on a wire. 73, Bill - NA5DX *Wayne Burdick*n6kr at elecraft.commailto:elecraft%40mailman.qth.net?Subject=Re%3A%20%5BElecraft%5D%20K3S%20OR%20K3In-Reply-To=%3CB62F672B-D263-46A9-8509-C2F6A0688528%40elecraft.com%3E /Thu Aug 20 18:05:38 EDT 2015/ The K3S and K3 also draw a lot less current than your average high-performance desktop radio, typically 900-1200 mA in RX mode. This can greatly extend operating time for lightweight DXpedition, RV, or Field Day stations that are battery powered. A few other features come into play during field operation: - four one-touch CW/DATA/voice message memory switches with auto-repeat (M1-M4) - up to 8 programmable front panel switch macros for doing things like VFO A-B, VFO B up 2 kHz, turn on split (etc.) with a single switch press; these can be customized for different kinds of operation - built in clock/calendar, voltage, and current display (on VFO B) - built in data modes for casual operation on PSK31 or RTTY without a computer (every Field Day, when I get tired of working CW or SSB, I'll prowl the 20-meter data sub-bands and work stations with the keyer paddle and message memories; you can also use the P3/SVGA with a keyboard) 73, Wayne N6KR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3s or K3
I think we can quantify 2X improvements. We could take it literally as in twice as sensitive on receive. But that is meaningless because it doesn't add value to any radio when your noise floor is at -110 dbm. Perhaps we of the SDR era should place more value on features rather than enhancements. I can do 99% of what I do with my K3 with my Collins KWM-380. The big (2X) difference between the two is features. I would say that the K3 easily has twice the features of the Collins so yeah, in that respect, the K3 is 2X better. Does it make the K3 more capable than the Collins? No, of course not, if I only consider that each transmits a signal that can be heard and can hear a signal above that -110 dbm noise floor. So, K3 or K3s? I am keeping my K3. And the Collins. Sent from my iPad __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
I think improvement is a very subjective term :-) Phil -- Sent from my iPhone 5S On Aug 20, 2015, at 11:40, bs usb bs...@k5dkz.com wrote: I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to w...@socal.rr.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
The K2 is still in production, but it is not the same as the K2 started out. It too went through a major upgrade at SN 3000 - new boards with all the prior mods included as standard, and at that time you could no longer buy the older K2 from Elecraft anymore. Take a look at the FAQ for the K3S and you should see a parallel to the K2 upgrade at SN 3000, only the K2 designation was not changed when that happened. With the K3, Elecraft decided to upgrade the model number as well as the insides. And by the way, Elecraft still offers upgrade kits to bring an older K2 almost up to the electrical equivalent of a new K2 - the almost is that there are a few minor items that are not practical to upgrade (unless you replace the boards too). The situation with the K3 is similar. Elecraft offers (or will soon offer) upgraded modules that can be added to a K3 to bring it almost up to the same as the K3S. The new synthesizers are already available as is the KXV3B, and they are offering kits to upgrade the KBPF3 to the KBPF3A level. Yes, it is a Marketing Tactic, but instead of having a negative connotation, I believe it is a very positive one which says We will provide you the means to upgrade your older transceivers, and we will do that as long as possible and as completely as possible. Some parts for the Elecraft legacy gear (K2, K1, and KX1) are becoming difficult to source, but Elecraft has gone to great effort and expense to provide suitable substitutes. I have personally been involved in evaluating some of those part changes, such as the exercise needed when the blue wide range 1 to 40 pF trimmer capacitors were not longer available. That event shook up the entire legacy product line. I have known other companies to respond by simply dropping support and parts supplies. 73, Don W3FPR On 8/20/2015 2:40 PM, bs usb wrote: I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
Start here to see the new K3S features and which of them can be retrofitted to a K3. http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K3S-FAQ%20rev%20C5%20customer.pdf wunder K6WRU CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) On Aug 20, 2015, at 11:20 AM, Nr4c n...@widomaker.com wrote: First, ever tried to buy a Brand New just made 2008 automobile or refrigerator or (you name the product) in 2015? It's not marketing, it's just business. The radio is different. New Main RF board, now 4 layers instead of 2, so should be quieter. Various bodges and mods have been built-in to the PCB (prob replaced by a whole new series of mods). There is a new one-piece bezel on the display (with an index pointer,: don't ask what for). Now, what is all this 2X about. Is this an indicator of new means 2 times the price of the old one. That's just not true. Yes the price is a little higher but the design is almost 8 years newer, and the NEW KXV3B has two preamps for 12, 10, and 6 meters that were not there before and it is included in the price (was around $140 I think). So I don't think the price is all that out of line. Now if you want the latest, it is available. But you can save some money by building a kit. Start simple and add as you find the need and cash. But, there are some good deals on used K3 radios out there and they are still very good radios. However if you are considering buying used and upgrading with some of the new modules developed for the K3S, compare the cost. The used rig you buy may not have the features you want, more money here. And the new modules cost money as well. I think you can almost buy the kit K3S for about the same as a K3 plus the mods and you will have to install the mods yourself, when they are available. I bit the bullet and sold my KX3 system and bought a K3S and kept my K3 for portable use. I'm glad I did what I did. I really like the S. I think you will too. Sent from my iPad ...bc nr4c On Aug 20, 2015, at 2:40 PM, bs usb bs...@k5dkz.com wrote: I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@widomaker.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to wun...@wunderwood.org __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] K3S OR K3
I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
First, ever tried to buy a Brand New just made 2008 automobile or refrigerator or (you name the product) in 2015? It's not marketing, it's just business. The radio is different. New Main RF board, now 4 layers instead of 2, so should be quieter. Various bodges and mods have been built-in to the PCB (prob replaced by a whole new series of mods). There is a new one-piece bezel on the display (with an index pointer,: don't ask what for). Now, what is all this 2X about. Is this an indicator of new means 2 times the price of the old one. That's just not true. Yes the price is a little higher but the design is almost 8 years newer, and the NEW KXV3B has two preamps for 12, 10, and 6 meters that were not there before and it is included in the price (was around $140 I think). So I don't think the price is all that out of line. Now if you want the latest, it is available. But you can save some money by building a kit. Start simple and add as you find the need and cash. But, there are some good deals on used K3 radios out there and they are still very good radios. However if you are considering buying used and upgrading with some of the new modules developed for the K3S, compare the cost. The used rig you buy may not have the features you want, more money here. And the new modules cost money as well. I think you can almost buy the kit K3S for about the same as a K3 plus the mods and you will have to install the mods yourself, when they are available. I bit the bullet and sold my KX3 system and bought a K3S and kept my K3 for portable use. I'm glad I did what I did. I really like the S. I think you will too. Sent from my iPad ...bc nr4c On Aug 20, 2015, at 2:40 PM, bs usb bs...@k5dkz.com wrote: I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to n...@widomaker.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless you break the law. At 71 it will not help you pick up women either for that matter. Please do not take this as being critical in anyway.It is not. Some day I may purchase a K3S though it is hard to see why when I have two K3 fully loaded and KX3. The K3 has the new synthesizer boards - two in my case because of the second receiver. Elecraft has been very good in designing the upgrades so that they can be used in the K3.Yes I would like the Porsche but will never spend the money on one! There are better things such as the K3S. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of bs usb Sent: 20 August 2015 18:41 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to turnb...@net1.ie __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
Dear B.S. . . . 1) Of course it's a marketing tactic. Businesses stay solvent /because/ of marketing tactics. What else is new and why be concerned about it? 2) The K2 is still in production because it's an entirely different radio requiring building skills rather than assembly skills. That appeals to some hams. 3) The K3S is an enhanced version of the K3. Only you, and not the reflector, can decide whether it meets your needs and fits your wallet. 4) How you would quantify 2x is beyond me. Two handles instead of one? 73, Kent K9ZTV On 8/20/2015 1:40 PM, bs usb wrote: I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
Doug, I just went through this process. The Kenwood TS590SG was on my list. AT the end of the day the deciding factors came down to support and upgradability. The Elecraft support is fanatical and as developments are made we have the option to update our radios (for the most part). If you already own a K3 you can progressively update the features you need to the latest technology. If you don't own one you can buy the latest version which reflects all updates and developments to date. You also get a warranty. You may not need the latest developments OR may be able to get a K3 and update only the things you need less expensive than a new K3S. I would ask how much your time is worth? The cost difference between the Kenwood and a likewise equipped K3S was around $1800 or so. When Kenwood comes out with a new version the value of the TS590SG will drop like a hot rock. If you look at the value of a used K3 VS what they were selling for prior to the release of the K3S has the value dropped by the same margin? From what I've seen the used K3 rigs are still fetching a premium AND they can be progressively updated. The Kenwood is probably just fine for some folks. Personally I want fanatical support and upgradability in addition to the bleeding edge of performance. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 2:41 PM To: 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless you break the law. At 71 it will not help you pick up women either for that matter. Please do not take this as being critical in anyway.It is not. Some day I may purchase a K3S though it is hard to see why when I have two K3 fully loaded and KX3. The K3 has the new synthesizer boards - two in my case because of the second receiver. Elecraft has been very good in designing the upgrades so that they can be used in the K3.Yes I would like the Porsche but will never spend the money on one! There are better things such as the K3S. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of bs usb Sent: 20 August 2015 18:41 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? -- Frank-K5DKZ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to turnb...@net1.ie __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to je...@carolinaheli.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
To add to the list: if you're standing on Kingman Reef and the tide is rising, you probably want a rig that you know well. I'd bet most who activate rare DXCC locations have K3's at home, for many of the reasons stated. On 8/20/2015 1:34 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: Two things come to mind: 1. They are smaller and lighter than other high-end rigs, so easier to transport. 2. The transmit signals, especially CW, are much cleaner than other rigs, so two operators can transmit on the same band without interfering with each other. For example, CW and phone on 20m. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3
Savings made buying a K3 over K3S may not be that much. Seems that used K3 are going for 85-90% of new cost (depending a lot on accessories installed and age, condition, etc.). If you are then going to install the upgrades to make it close to a K3S, it might not be that much of a savings. One of the aspects of the K3 that helped my purchase in 2010 was resale value. I'm guessing that Elecraft decided to drop the K3 as the K3S is what most will want and production will be much easier with only one model to deal with. K2 was/is an entirely different radio than the K3 and was a true kit for those that wanted that challenge. But if you can find a K3 offered at 50% of the new cost - snap it up as you can resell it for 80% and make a nice profit! I have never seen one offered that low. 73, Ed - KL7UW To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Message-ID: 55d61f20.9020...@k5dkz.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? k5dkz 73, Ed - KL7UW http://www.kl7uw.com Kits made by KL7UW Dubus Mag business: dubus...@gmail.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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Doug you're such a fan boy!!! And I'll be right there with you after Sept 5th!! -Original Message- From: Doug Turnbull [mailto:turnb...@net1.ie] Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 3:22 PM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Jer, I agree. If one were comparing companies then Elecraft comes out on top full stop - no argument. We were comparing K3 and K3S so the TS59SG was a good starting point. Remember the standard K3 does not have dual watch; I think the TS590SG does so if one does not have the second receiver there is a disadvantage in the K3. However, I am a true blue Elecraft fan and am most pleased to have the K3. My only intent was to put things into perspective - $1800 is mucho money to some of our good friends. To me as well but I could spring to it if needed. I doubt that my K3 will work any DX station which a TS590SG could not also work. The differences between K3 and K3S are smaller still. Then Elecraft allows us to further narrow the gap with upgrades. Some features mean very little to me such as the ability to go below 160M. Everyone must make up their own mind but let us not expect a world of difference in results. To twist slightly what you said; I am a fanatical supporter of a company which gives fanatical support.We are on the same track. Oh what a back slappers club we are. Cheers and enjoy your Elecraft. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Jerry Moore [mailto:je...@carolinaheli.com] On Behalf Of ae...@carolinaheli.com Sent: 20 August 2015 18:57 To: 'Doug Turnbull'; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Doug, I just went through this process. The Kenwood TS590SG was on my list. AT the end of the day the deciding factors came down to support and upgradability. The Elecraft support is fanatical and as developments are made we have the option to update our radios (for the most part). If you already own a K3 you can progressively update the features you need to the latest technology. If you don't own one you can buy the latest version which reflects all updates and developments to date. You also get a warranty. You may not need the latest developments OR may be able to get a K3 and update only the things you need less expensive than a new K3S. I would ask how much your time is worth? The cost difference between the Kenwood and a likewise equipped K3S was around $1800 or so. When Kenwood comes out with a new version the value of the TS590SG will drop like a hot rock. If you look at the value of a used K3 VS what they were selling for prior to the release of the K3S has the value dropped by the same margin? From what I've seen the used K3 rigs are still fetching a premium AND they can be progressively updated. The Kenwood is probably just fine for some folks. Personally I want fanatical support and upgradability in addition to the bleeding edge of performance. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 2:41 PM To: 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless you break the law. At 71 it will not help you pick up women either for that matter. Please do not take this as being critical in anyway.It is not. Some day I may purchase a K3S though it is hard to see why when I have two K3 fully loaded and KX3. The K3 has the new synthesizer boards - two in my case because of the second receiver. Elecraft has been very good in designing the upgrades so that they can be used in the K3.Yes I would like the Porsche but will never spend the money on one! There are better things such as the K3S. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of bs usb Sent: 20 August 2015 18:41 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I
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One other question I asked. Why do the majority of DXpeditions use Elecraft K3/S ? Lots of hardcore contesters? I'm not saying brand X isn't good. I'm just asking a question. It's not because the gear is cheaper. There are lots of cheaper rigs out there. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 3:22 PM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Jer, I agree. If one were comparing companies then Elecraft comes out on top full stop - no argument. We were comparing K3 and K3S so the TS59SG was a good starting point. Remember the standard K3 does not have dual watch; I think the TS590SG does so if one does not have the second receiver there is a disadvantage in the K3. However, I am a true blue Elecraft fan and am most pleased to have the K3. My only intent was to put things into perspective - $1800 is mucho money to some of our good friends. To me as well but I could spring to it if needed. I doubt that my K3 will work any DX station which a TS590SG could not also work. The differences between K3 and K3S are smaller still. Then Elecraft allows us to further narrow the gap with upgrades. Some features mean very little to me such as the ability to go below 160M. Everyone must make up their own mind but let us not expect a world of difference in results. To twist slightly what you said; I am a fanatical supporter of a company which gives fanatical support.We are on the same track. Oh what a back slappers club we are. Cheers and enjoy your Elecraft. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Jerry Moore [mailto:je...@carolinaheli.com] On Behalf Of ae...@carolinaheli.com Sent: 20 August 2015 18:57 To: 'Doug Turnbull'; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Doug, I just went through this process. The Kenwood TS590SG was on my list. AT the end of the day the deciding factors came down to support and upgradability. The Elecraft support is fanatical and as developments are made we have the option to update our radios (for the most part). If you already own a K3 you can progressively update the features you need to the latest technology. If you don't own one you can buy the latest version which reflects all updates and developments to date. You also get a warranty. You may not need the latest developments OR may be able to get a K3 and update only the things you need less expensive than a new K3S. I would ask how much your time is worth? The cost difference between the Kenwood and a likewise equipped K3S was around $1800 or so. When Kenwood comes out with a new version the value of the TS590SG will drop like a hot rock. If you look at the value of a used K3 VS what they were selling for prior to the release of the K3S has the value dropped by the same margin? From what I've seen the used K3 rigs are still fetching a premium AND they can be progressively updated. The Kenwood is probably just fine for some folks. Personally I want fanatical support and upgradability in addition to the bleeding edge of performance. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 2:41 PM To: 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless you break the law. At 71 it will not help you pick up women either for that matter. Please do not take this as being critical in anyway.It is not. Some day I may purchase a K3S though it is hard to see why when I have two K3 fully loaded and KX3. The K3 has the new synthesizer boards - two in my case because of the second receiver. Elecraft has been very good in designing the upgrades so that they can be used in the K3.Yes I would like the Porsche but will never spend the money on one! There are better things such as the K3S. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of bs usb Sent: 20 August 2015 18:41 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio
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Two things come to mind: 1. They are smaller and lighter than other high-end rigs, so easier to transport. 2. The transmit signals, especially CW, are much cleaner than other rigs, so two operators can transmit on the same band without interfering with each other. For example, CW and phone on 20m. These same reasons also make them great field day rigs. wunder K6WRU CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) On Aug 20, 2015, at 1:13 PM, ae...@carolinaheli.com ae...@carolinaheli.com wrote: One other question I asked. Why do the majority of DXpeditions use Elecraft K3/S ? Lots of hardcore contesters? I'm not saying brand X isn't good. I'm just asking a question. It's not because the gear is cheaper. There are lots of cheaper rigs out there. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 3:22 PM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Jer, I agree. If one were comparing companies then Elecraft comes out on top full stop - no argument. We were comparing K3 and K3S so the TS59SG was a good starting point. Remember the standard K3 does not have dual watch; I think the TS590SG does so if one does not have the second receiver there is a disadvantage in the K3. However, I am a true blue Elecraft fan and am most pleased to have the K3. My only intent was to put things into perspective - $1800 is mucho money to some of our good friends. To me as well but I could spring to it if needed. I doubt that my K3 will work any DX station which a TS590SG could not also work. The differences between K3 and K3S are smaller still. Then Elecraft allows us to further narrow the gap with upgrades. Some features mean very little to me such as the ability to go below 160M. Everyone must make up their own mind but let us not expect a world of difference in results. To twist slightly what you said; I am a fanatical supporter of a company which gives fanatical support.We are on the same track. Oh what a back slappers club we are. Cheers and enjoy your Elecraft. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Jerry Moore [mailto:je...@carolinaheli.com] On Behalf Of ae...@carolinaheli.com Sent: 20 August 2015 18:57 To: 'Doug Turnbull'; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Doug, I just went through this process. The Kenwood TS590SG was on my list. AT the end of the day the deciding factors came down to support and upgradability. The Elecraft support is fanatical and as developments are made we have the option to update our radios (for the most part). If you already own a K3 you can progressively update the features you need to the latest technology. If you don't own one you can buy the latest version which reflects all updates and developments to date. You also get a warranty. You may not need the latest developments OR may be able to get a K3 and update only the things you need less expensive than a new K3S. I would ask how much your time is worth? The cost difference between the Kenwood and a likewise equipped K3S was around $1800 or so. When Kenwood comes out with a new version the value of the TS590SG will drop like a hot rock. If you look at the value of a used K3 VS what they were selling for prior to the release of the K3S has the value dropped by the same margin? From what I've seen the used K3 rigs are still fetching a premium AND they can be progressively updated. The Kenwood is probably just fine for some folks. Personally I want fanatical support and upgradability in addition to the bleeding edge of performance. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 2:41 PM To: 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless you break the law. At 71 it will not help you pick up women either for that matter. Please do not take this as being critical in anyway.It is not. Some day I may purchase a K3S though it is hard to see why when I have two K3 fully loaded and KX3. The K3 has the new synthesizer boards - two in my case because of the second receiver. Elecraft has been very good
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Jer, I agree. If one were comparing companies then Elecraft comes out on top full stop - no argument. We were comparing K3 and K3S so the TS59SG was a good starting point. Remember the standard K3 does not have dual watch; I think the TS590SG does so if one does not have the second receiver there is a disadvantage in the K3. However, I am a true blue Elecraft fan and am most pleased to have the K3. My only intent was to put things into perspective - $1800 is mucho money to some of our good friends. To me as well but I could spring to it if needed. I doubt that my K3 will work any DX station which a TS590SG could not also work. The differences between K3 and K3S are smaller still. Then Elecraft allows us to further narrow the gap with upgrades. Some features mean very little to me such as the ability to go below 160M. Everyone must make up their own mind but let us not expect a world of difference in results. To twist slightly what you said; I am a fanatical supporter of a company which gives fanatical support.We are on the same track. Oh what a back slappers club we are. Cheers and enjoy your Elecraft. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Jerry Moore [mailto:je...@carolinaheli.com] On Behalf Of ae...@carolinaheli.com Sent: 20 August 2015 18:57 To: 'Doug Turnbull'; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Doug, I just went through this process. The Kenwood TS590SG was on my list. AT the end of the day the deciding factors came down to support and upgradability. The Elecraft support is fanatical and as developments are made we have the option to update our radios (for the most part). If you already own a K3 you can progressively update the features you need to the latest technology. If you don't own one you can buy the latest version which reflects all updates and developments to date. You also get a warranty. You may not need the latest developments OR may be able to get a K3 and update only the things you need less expensive than a new K3S. I would ask how much your time is worth? The cost difference between the Kenwood and a likewise equipped K3S was around $1800 or so. When Kenwood comes out with a new version the value of the TS590SG will drop like a hot rock. If you look at the value of a used K3 VS what they were selling for prior to the release of the K3S has the value dropped by the same margin? From what I've seen the used K3 rigs are still fetching a premium AND they can be progressively updated. The Kenwood is probably just fine for some folks. Personally I want fanatical support and upgradability in addition to the bleeding edge of performance. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 2:41 PM To: 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless you break the law. At 71 it will not help you pick up women either for that matter. Please do not take this as being critical in anyway.It is not. Some day I may purchase a K3S though it is hard to see why when I have two K3 fully loaded and KX3. The K3 has the new synthesizer boards - two in my case because of the second receiver. Elecraft has been very good in designing the upgrades so that they can be used in the K3.Yes I would like the Porsche but will never spend the money on one! There are better things such as the K3S. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of bs usb Sent: 20 August 2015 18:41 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X
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Jer, DXpeditions use K3/Ss for several reasons. One being the weight - shipping to far off places costs money. Second, the transmit phase noise is less than other transceivers. That allows them to operate CW and SSB on the same bands using stations in close physical proximity to each other without interference is possible. Experiences of many of you at Field Day sites with a variety of transceivers can give you examples of mutual interference between SSB and CW stations on the same band. With the K3, those problems just do not exist. Add to that the dynamic range of the K3 and the superb filtering provided by the roofing filters and the DSP filtering, and you should have your answer - the K3 performs well in crowded band conditions, and that includes picking a specific station out of a pileup. 73, Don W3FPR On 8/20/2015 4:13 PM, ae...@carolinaheli.com wrote: One other question I asked. Why do the majority of DXpeditions use Elecraft K3/S ? Lots of hardcore contesters? I'm not saying brand X isn't good. I'm just asking a question. It's not because the gear is cheaper. There are lots of cheaper rigs out there. Jer __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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The K3S and K3 also draw a lot less current than your average high-performance desktop radio, typically 900-1200 mA in RX mode. This can greatly extend operating time for lightweight DXpedition, RV, or Field Day stations that are battery powered. A few other features come into play during field operation: - four one-touch CW/DATA/voice message memory switches with auto-repeat (M1-M4) - up to 8 programmable front panel switch macros for doing things like VFO A-B, VFO B up 2 kHz, turn on split (etc.) with a single switch press; these can be customized for different kinds of operation - built in clock/calendar, voltage, and current display (on VFO B) - built in data modes for casual operation on PSK31 or RTTY without a computer (every Field Day, when I get tired of working CW or SSB, I'll prowl the 20-meter data sub-bands and work stations with the keyer paddle and message memories; you can also use the P3/SVGA with a keyboard) 73, Wayne N6KR On Aug 20, 2015, at 2:34 PM, Doug Turnbull turnb...@net1.ie wrote: Jer, Besides the points already mentioned the K3 will handle very strong nearby signals better than most other radios __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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Jer, Besides the points already mentioned the K3 will handle very strong nearby signals better than most other radios. This really becomes important when everyone in the world is calling you over a few KHz in the case of CW. The point about clean output greatly helps in that the interference from other K3 radios on the same site is reduced. The problem is not so severe for most of us even in contests. There are many advantages to the K3 which do not need to be reiterated. For someone with limited budget the ability to start with a basic radio and add modules over time is also a big help. This last point has nothing to do with DXpeditions. Time to close. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Jerry Moore [mailto:je...@carolinaheli.com] On Behalf Of ae...@carolinaheli.com Sent: 20 August 2015 20:14 To: 'Doug Turnbull'; ae...@carolinaheli.com; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 One other question I asked. Why do the majority of DXpeditions use Elecraft K3/S ? Lots of hardcore contesters? I'm not saying brand X isn't good. I'm just asking a question. It's not because the gear is cheaper. There are lots of cheaper rigs out there. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 3:22 PM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Jer, I agree. If one were comparing companies then Elecraft comes out on top full stop - no argument. We were comparing K3 and K3S so the TS59SG was a good starting point. Remember the standard K3 does not have dual watch; I think the TS590SG does so if one does not have the second receiver there is a disadvantage in the K3. However, I am a true blue Elecraft fan and am most pleased to have the K3. My only intent was to put things into perspective - $1800 is mucho money to some of our good friends. To me as well but I could spring to it if needed. I doubt that my K3 will work any DX station which a TS590SG could not also work. The differences between K3 and K3S are smaller still. Then Elecraft allows us to further narrow the gap with upgrades. Some features mean very little to me such as the ability to go below 160M. Everyone must make up their own mind but let us not expect a world of difference in results. To twist slightly what you said; I am a fanatical supporter of a company which gives fanatical support.We are on the same track. Oh what a back slappers club we are. Cheers and enjoy your Elecraft. 73 Doug EI2CN -Original Message- From: Jerry Moore [mailto:je...@carolinaheli.com] On Behalf Of ae...@carolinaheli.com Sent: 20 August 2015 18:57 To: 'Doug Turnbull'; 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Doug, I just went through this process. The Kenwood TS590SG was on my list. AT the end of the day the deciding factors came down to support and upgradability. The Elecraft support is fanatical and as developments are made we have the option to update our radios (for the most part). If you already own a K3 you can progressively update the features you need to the latest technology. If you don't own one you can buy the latest version which reflects all updates and developments to date. You also get a warranty. You may not need the latest developments OR may be able to get a K3 and update only the things you need less expensive than a new K3S. I would ask how much your time is worth? The cost difference between the Kenwood and a likewise equipped K3S was around $1800 or so. When Kenwood comes out with a new version the value of the TS590SG will drop like a hot rock. If you look at the value of a used K3 VS what they were selling for prior to the release of the K3S has the value dropped by the same margin? From what I've seen the used K3 rigs are still fetching a premium AND they can be progressively updated. The Kenwood is probably just fine for some folks. Personally I want fanatical support and upgradability in addition to the bleeding edge of performance. Jer -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Turnbull Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 2:41 PM To: 'bs usb'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S OR K3 Hi Frank, I suspect the performance difference between the Kenwood TS590SG and K3 is at most 10%. The performance difference between the K3S and K3 is smaller still and you can upgrade the K3. Perhaps you do not care about bands lower than 160M.So purchase a K3 and maybe add the new synch card later. If you want the best of the best then purchase a K3S and pay much more. The used price of the K3 is no doubt dropping so it is good value. If you can afford the Porsche then go for it but it will not get you to the coffee shop any sooner unless
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Frank, IMO the primary incremental improvement of the K3S over the K3 is the new Synth Board. And that can be retrofitted into the K3, as I did with mine some months ago. 73, Phil W7OX On 8/20/15 11:40 AM, bs usb wrote: I know there was a discussion on this subject. I ignored it because I was not interested in either radio. Recent events have me interested in either a K3S or K3. I know the K3 will have to be a used radio because new ones are no longer available. I am not sure why that is. Sounds like a marketing tactic. I believe the K2 is still in production. In any case a used K3 can be bought for significantly less than a new K3S. I am not convinced that the K3S 'improvements' are worth the extra expense. For instance, I don't need to be paying 2X for a 0.1X improvement. Of course if the performance does go to 2X over a K3, I might be convinced to pay 2X. So what was the conclusion of the discussion? Do we have a 2X improvement in the KS3 over the K3 or is it more like 0.1X? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S vs. K3
I just checked to be sure - I do not have any hiss when the audio pot is at minimum, didn't think I did, but thought I'd check anyway. That is in my normal SSB settings Bill W2BLC K-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S vs. K3
Thanks, Bill! 73, Phil W7OX On 5/17/15 6:03 AM, Bill wrote: *Menu settings used at W2BLC for armchair copy on 160/75/40 meters:* * The following are the settings I am using on 40, 75, 160 for armchair copy (meaning very reduced hiss and no ANF warbling). My RX audio goes through amplified Behringer studio speakers with bass/treble adjustments. The speaker adjustments: bass at 3 o'clock and the treble at 11 o'clock K3 settings (Config Menu): AGC DLY - NORM AGC HLD - 0 AGC PLS - NORM AGC SLP - 4 to 6 (low setting reduces artifacts from the Automatic Notch Filter) AGC THR - 12 AGC F - 120 AGC S - 20 Shift - 1.25 Width -2.7 RF Gain -90 (sometimes less) ATT - ON RX EQ 1-2 20 3+9 4+12 5+11 6+14 7+7 8-16 Be sure to read the Noisy K3 section on http://www.w3fpr.com/ - excellent information! The disclaimer: Your mileage for the above settings may vary - depending upon speaker selection, personal preferences, and your hearing acuity. Note: I made all of my settings by hand, using the K3 menus. I did NOT use K3 EZ as that program will sometimes upset the AGC settings. Bill W2BLC ** __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S vs. K3
On 2015-05-16 9:33 AM, Mike Harris wrote: It has so far been assumed that the KIO3B somehow has an analogue to digital conversion function (sound card) feeding the USB interface. Looking at the current K3 schematic, there is no *digital* connection between the DSP board and the KIO3. Since the KIO3B is a *replacement* for the current KIO3, I expect the USB sound function is nothing more than an off the shelf USB Audio CODEC chip (e.g. TI PCM-2902) fed from Line Out as is the case in the other rigs with USB Audio. Looking at the K3 block diagram shows a mysterious KDV3 (Dig. Audio) within the DSB environment. KDV3 nomenclature would lead one to assume it was a module of some sort. I doubt that the DSP engine has the horsepower to provide a separate isochronous USB audio stream (and identify as a USB CODEC) even if there were a USB connection from the DSP board (via the RF board) to a USB hub on the KIO3B. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2015-05-16 9:33 AM, Mike Harris wrote: It has so far been assumed that the KIO3B somehow has an analogue to digital conversion function (sound card) feeding the USB interface. Looking at the K3 block diagram shows a mysterious KDV3 (Dig. Audio) within the DSB environment. KDV3 nomenclature would lead one to assume it was a module of some sort. I've so far not been able to determine from the alphabet soup on the DSP board schematics where a KDV3 might interface with the DSP. This might offer a clue as to how the digital audio presented on the USB interface is derived. Sherwood has previously commented unfavourably on the audio quality of the LINE OUT signal. This has lead to the general acceptance that the LINE OUT level should be limited to 8-10. When the KIO3B module manual becomes available questions might be answered. Or maybe, someone in the know might offer enlightenment. Enquiring minds and all that. Regards, Mike VP8NO __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to li...@subich.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] K3S vs K3 - upgradability
On 2015-05-14 3:41 PM, Ross Primrose wrote: I got the impression that new KBPF3As will have the necessary parts of the mod, but as I recall when the mods were described a few weeks back that there were changes that would also need to be made to the RF board KRX3. Hopefully in the next few days there will be some clarification on exactly what a K3 (no S) owner with no KBPF3s and the old synth(s) needs to actually buy/mod to get on the bands below 500kHz... To get on 630 meters no changes are likely to be needed. The existing KBPF3 is good down to 250 KHz or so and the internal noise is below the sky noise there. To get reasonable receive performance at 137 KHz, both the filter and bypass mods (RF board/KRX3) will probably be needed. I'm hoping that the bypass mods are a substantial portion of the lower RF and digital noise in the new K3S RF board. It would be a shame if one needed to replace the K3 with a K3S because of a significant change there. 73, ... Joe, W4TV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com