Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
It was also good for winding coils on oatmeal boxes and the old phenolic coil forms. Doug W6JD, Ex KN2CHN in 1952 -- Original message -- From: Phil Kane [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Fri, 30 Nov 2007 05:24:23 -0800, Kenneth E. Harker wrote: t's speaker wire over here, too. I've never heard the term Bell wire before. Bell Wire was well-known to us oldsters - I got my license 55 years ago - as something that could be found in any hardware store. It was 18 AWG solid copper wire with a cotton covering, usually white with a colored stripe, and was widely used to hook up ...bells, what else! -- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402 ___ 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] OT - American hamming in UK
Just a side comment. If we (amateurs) give up the right to lawfully transport our hobby equipment around the world just because it is a hassle, then the terrorists have won. 73 Stewart G3RXQ On Thu, 29 Nov 2007 22:00:48 -0500, Mike Geddes wrote: To my friends across the pond (and here in the states): My son and I are traveling to UK in mid-February to visit some family and see the country. Flying in to London, then heading north to Newcastle and points beyond, ending up in N. Scotland. Some of my ham buddies are encouraging me to take a rig and do some hamming to try and make some contacts back in the states. If I do, I will be taking my K2/100 for the job. I have some questions in this regard: 1) Do you think it will be more trouble than it is worth trying to get radio gear through security, customs, etc? I will have it secured in a Pelican type case with custom fit foam. Just don't want a hassle in trying to get it in and out of the country. 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. 3) What type of power plug adapter would I need to fit the receptacles in your fair land? 4) What antenna would you suggest . . . I am thinking about a 20 and/or 40 meter coax fed dipole. Again, open to suggestions. 5) Any licensing tips or suggestions? From what I read it appears there is a reciprocal agreement in place. I just need to make sure I have a my license and a copy of the agreement. Sorry if an off topic post like this is inappropriate here. I do know there are a number of UK hams (and Elecraft brothers) on this reflector and thought they may have some helpful insight. As well as you yanks that have maybe already done some hamming from UK. Thanks and 73, Mike N4JX K1/4 #2319 K2/100 #6042 ___ 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] OT - American hamming in UK
hi all, On 30 Nov 2007 at 8:22, Stephen Farthing wrote: The worst that has happened is I got a bag of stuff I bought at Pordenone last week hand searched on departure from Marco Polo airport, probably because it had an ATV RX/TX in it. If you are polite to the staff the problem invariably goes away. I suggest leaving a copy of your amateur radio license in the bag or have it at hand for the customs. I have had nice contacts with the affected officers like this. 73! de Werner OE9FWV -- Die letzten Worte des PC's: Starting Windows95... PGP-Key: http://www.qsl.net/oe9fwv/furlan.asc Fone +43 5522 75013 Fax +43 820 555 85 2621 Mobile +43 664 6340014 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
In a message dated 11/30/07 7:36:09 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It was 18 AWG solid copper wire with a cotton covering, usually white with a colored stripe, and was widely used to hook up ...bells, what else! I still have a roll. No, it's not for sale. 73 de Jim, N2EY, WCP (World Class Packrat) ** Check out AOL's list of 2007's hottest products. (http://money.aol.com/special/hot-products-2007?NCID=aoltop000301) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
Well actually, its side-by-side now days and not twisted - like a 2 core ribbon cable, only it's normally single strand here - at least you don't see twisted often in the uk On 30/11/07 19:32, Ron D'Eau Claire [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: Bell wire is a twisted pair of plastic coated usually solid copper wire of about 18 or 20 gauge for low voltage use. At one time it was a standard hardware store item provided for hooking up a door bell. One needed to run the wires from the battery or transformer and bell to the button at the door. Wired doorbells, and the bell wire to hook them up, have faded from the shelves... Ron AC7AC -- A successful man is one who makes more money than a wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man. -Lana Turner, actress (1921-1995) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 wrote: Well, I see that David says it's quiet at RF- Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too I only see a 14A PS from Jetstream that's the same size- is that what you tested? Yes, that's the one. A friend bought one and brought it by. I've not asked him how it is doing. He planned on using it to power a 2m rig and at VHF I could see no hash. Hopefully the mfg did put more filtering in the 20A version, and the 14A version is probably OK with added filters, but the stock one did not look good. Another friend brought by a RS 3A switcher that he was using to power his K2 until he found the source of his noise. Since then he has used it only as a battery charger. That one and the 14A Jetstream looked equally bad. 73 de dave ab9ca And since WS rebranded it, they may have changed other characteristics, too. It'd be interesting to see how the WS unit did on a test bench, since it does look attractive. I've had reliability problems with the MFJ-4125, although the unit appears to be robust now, after two trips to MFJ, and some rework by myself. But I tend to work it hard, DXpedition and contest RTTY. BTW, I have found that not all equipment is more expensive in the UK. I have a TH-D7E that was cheaper in the UK (and had bandpass filters for the 430-440 satellite band, instead of 440-450). You just have to shop carefully. 73, doug M0BPI at times Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:36:30 -0600 From: dave [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'd be interested in hearing if that unit has RFI problems. I had one that looked identical to that, with the brand Jetstream on it, on a spectrum analyzer a day or two ago. Appeared to produce lots of RF hash. Might be OK across a battery, but looked really bad by itself (hash at -80 dBm or so). The hash was riding the power cord as well as the output terminals. Did not do a through check, not enough time, just a quick look. Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 wrote: It's about the same size at the MFJ-4125, and WS may have a better reputation than MFJ. It does look like a nice piece of kit, but what kind of warranty coverage does WS give to non-resident purchasers? The price is very good, in fact, especially if WS will do the required paper work for a VAT refund. 73, doug Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:58:35 + From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an issue), I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters Stanton (Watson is their kit) http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html should be the first item on that page Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it should work in any country I would have thought. A few nice features: * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I used it with my FT-857 in the summer. * short-circuit and over-voltage protection * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, use it on the bench etc. since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to purchase for you, WS have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for the RF it produces. On 30/11/07 03:00, Mike Geddes [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. -- All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) ___ 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:
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
It's in my local hardware stores. 73, doug From: Ron D'Eau Claire [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:32:25 -0800 Thread-Index: AcgzVHJrMbVAikEIQtyy8CLzgh1WpQAMsixQ Bell wire is a twisted pair of plastic coated usually solid copper wire of about 18 or 20 gauge for low voltage use. At one time it was a standard hardware store item provided for hooking up a door bell. One needed to run the wires from the battery or transformer and bell to the button at the door. Wired doorbells, and the bell wire to hook them up, have faded from the shelves... Ron AC7AC -Original Message- It's speaker wire over here, too. I've never heard the term Bell wire before. Do you really fish for roaches in the UK? -- Kenneth E. Harker WM5R [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.kenharker.com/ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
both the Watson..PS. and Dealer-Importer RL's brand Jetstream PS obviously come from the same offshore vendor. I was thinking about the Watson small unit with a pile of supercaps sort of a super Gamma. bill At 12:03 PM 11/30/2007, you wrote: I don't know if its a rebrand - I believe Watson is actually the manufacturing arm of WATers and StantON - but I guess they don't actually manufacture, just design/spec etc. And I have not put a scope on this, I just didn't notice any RFI while using it. O ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
Well, I see that David says it's quiet at RF- Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too I only see a 14A PS from Jetstream that's the same size- is that what you tested? And since WS rebranded it, they may have changed other characteristics, too. It'd be interesting to see how the WS unit did on a test bench, since it does look attractive. I've had reliability problems with the MFJ-4125, although the unit appears to be robust now, after two trips to MFJ, and some rework by myself. But I tend to work it hard, DXpedition and contest RTTY. BTW, I have found that not all equipment is more expensive in the UK. I have a TH-D7E that was cheaper in the UK (and had bandpass filters for the 430-440 satellite band, instead of 440-450). You just have to shop carefully. 73, doug M0BPI at times Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:36:30 -0600 From: dave [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'd be interested in hearing if that unit has RFI problems. I had one that looked identical to that, with the brand Jetstream on it, on a spectrum analyzer a day or two ago. Appeared to produce lots of RF hash. Might be OK across a battery, but looked really bad by itself (hash at -80 dBm or so). The hash was riding the power cord as well as the output terminals. Did not do a through check, not enough time, just a quick look. Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 wrote: It's about the same size at the MFJ-4125, and WS may have a better reputation than MFJ. It does look like a nice piece of kit, but what kind of warranty coverage does WS give to non-resident purchasers? The price is very good, in fact, especially if WS will do the required paper work for a VAT refund. 73, doug Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:58:35 + From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an issue), I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters Stanton (Watson is their kit) http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html should be the first item on that page Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it should work in any country I would have thought. A few nice features: * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I used it with my FT-857 in the summer. * short-circuit and over-voltage protection * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, use it on the bench etc. since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to purchase for you, WS have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for the RF it produces. On 30/11/07 03:00, Mike Geddes [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. -- All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) ___ 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
It's about the same size at the MFJ-4125, and WS may have a better reputation than MFJ. It does look like a nice piece of kit, but what kind of warranty coverage does WS give to non-resident purchasers? The price is very good, in fact, especially if WS will do the required paper work for a VAT refund. 73, doug Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:58:35 + From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an issue), I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters Stanton (Watson is their kit) http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html should be the first item on that page Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it should work in any country I would have thought. A few nice features: * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I used it with my FT-857 in the summer. * short-circuit and over-voltage protection * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, use it on the bench etc. since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to purchase for you, WS have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for the RF it produces. On 30/11/07 03:00, Mike Geddes [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. -- All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) ___ 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] OT - American hamming in UK
That warning includes a pint at your run of the mill pub @3.50 pounds, over 7.00USD. Bring your own ;-)) I was in the Manchester area and Peaks district three weeks ago. Sorry, no time for ham radio. I did enjoy country side and even a few high priced pints. Be warned if yiou fly in country that there is a one carry on limit 73, Bill AK5X K3 #69 In a message dated 11/30/07 5:19:23 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Buying anything here is going to cost about twice what it would in the States. Everything here is going to seem expensive to you because of the weak dollar, so my advice would be to bring everything with you. For the antenna, these end-fed dipoles http://www.parelectronics.com/end_fedz.htm look to me to have an advantage in ease of deployment at temporary locations than the regular centre fed sort. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com ** Check out AOL's list of 2007's hottest products. (http://money.aol.com/special/hot-products-2007?NCID=aoltop000301) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
I don't know if its a rebrand - I believe Watson is actually the manufacturing arm of WATers and StantON - but I guess they don't actually manufacture, just design/spec etc. And I have not put a scope on this, I just didn't notice any RFI while using it. On 30/11/07 17:54, Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: Well, I see that David says it's quiet at RF- Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too I only see a 14A PS from Jetstream that's the same size- is that what you tested? And since WS rebranded it, they may have changed other characteristics, too. It'd be interesting to see how the WS unit did on a test bench, since it does look attractive. I've had reliability problems with the MFJ-4125, although the unit appears to be robust now, after two trips to MFJ, and some rework by myself. But I tend to work it hard, DXpedition and contest RTTY. BTW, I have found that not all equipment is more expensive in the UK. I have a TH-D7E that was cheaper in the UK (and had bandpass filters for the 430-440 satellite band, instead of 440-450). You just have to shop carefully. 73, doug M0BPI at times Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:36:30 -0600 From: dave [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'd be interested in hearing if that unit has RFI problems. I had one that looked identical to that, with the brand Jetstream on it, on a spectrum analyzer a day or two ago. Appeared to produce lots of RF hash. Might be OK across a battery, but looked really bad by itself (hash at -80 dBm or so). The hash was riding the power cord as well as the output terminals. Did not do a through check, not enough time, just a quick look. Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 wrote: It's about the same size at the MFJ-4125, and WS may have a better reputation than MFJ. It does look like a nice piece of kit, but what kind of warranty coverage does WS give to non-resident purchasers? The price is very good, in fact, especially if WS will do the required paper work for a VAT refund. 73, doug Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:58:35 + From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an issue), I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters Stanton (Watson is their kit) http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html should be the first item on that page Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it should work in any country I would have thought. A few nice features: * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I used it with my FT-857 in the summer. * short-circuit and over-voltage protection * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, use it on the bench etc. since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to purchase for you, WS have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for the RF it produces. On 30/11/07 03:00, Mike Geddes [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. -- All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) ___ 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 ___ 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 -- Since we are destined to live out our lives in the prison
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
I'd be interested in hearing if that unit has RFI problems. I had one that looked identical to that, with the brand Jetstream on it, on a spectrum analyzer a day or two ago. Appeared to produce lots of RF hash. Might be OK across a battery, but looked really bad by itself (hash at -80 dBm or so). The hash was riding the power cord as well as the output terminals. Did not do a through check, not enough time, just a quick look. In comparison, my MFJ-4125 produces no detectable hash. The spectrum analyzer has a floor of about -100 dBm so there could be noise below that that I'd not see. Usual disclaimer . . . no interest in either . . . just wanting to know what is going on . . . . 73 de dave ab9ca Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 wrote: It's about the same size at the MFJ-4125, and WS may have a better reputation than MFJ. It does look like a nice piece of kit, but what kind of warranty coverage does WS give to non-resident purchasers? The price is very good, in fact, especially if WS will do the required paper work for a VAT refund. 73, doug Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:58:35 + From: David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an issue), I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters Stanton (Watson is their kit) http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html should be the first item on that page Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it should work in any country I would have thought. A few nice features: * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I used it with my FT-857 in the summer. * short-circuit and over-voltage protection * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, use it on the bench etc. since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to purchase for you, WS have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for the RF it produces. On 30/11/07 03:00, Mike Geddes [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. -- All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) ___ 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
On Fri, Nov 30, 2007 at 08:22:48AM -, Stephen Farthing wrote: 5. Re antennas - roach (crappie in the USA?) poles are widely available from Angling shops over here and cheap. I normally use a Norcal Doublet made out of speaker wire (Bell wire in the colonies?) which in essentially a 44 foot doublet and support it with a roach pole and connect it via a balun to the ATU of whatever rig I use - which mostly is an FT817 and an Elecraft T1 as the K2 is a bit too bulky for me to travel with. It's speaker wire over here, too. I've never heard the term Bell wire before. Do you really fish for roaches in the UK? -- Kenneth E. Harker WM5R [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.kenharker.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] OT - American hamming in UK
Sitting down with an 18 year old Miss Macallan :-) Simon Brown, HB9DRV - Original Message - From: Peter Howson [EMAIL PROTECTED] What could be better than sitting down in the evening with a K2 and a glass of 18 year old Macallan. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
Peter Howson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What could be better than sitting down in the evening with a K2 and a glass of 18 year old Macallan. This could start an interesting thread, or clan warfare :-) Like other replies, Mike, I would say bring your K2, make contact with the locals and enjoy your holiday. Welcome to Scotland Mike when you come! 73, Geoff GM4ESD ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
Simon What could be better than sitting down in the evening with a K2 and a glass of 18 year old Macallan. http://www.themacallan.com/ OK - maybe a K3 !! But remember 1, There is no such thing as a bad whisky, although some are better than others 2, The only thing you need to add to a malt whisky is a little water and more malt. Like other replies, Mike, I would say bring your K2, make contact with the locals and enjoy your holiday. 73 Peter GM8GAX K2 #04027 If I had the opportunity of visiting Scotland the last thing I would do is take a radio, instead I would just enjoy Scotland! 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] OT - American hamming in UK
The Alinco DM-330 power supply got a good write-up in RadCom a couple of months back. Don't know where in the north of Scotland you are going but this place www.dunnethead.co.uk is apparently run by a ham, Brian, GM4JYB. He used to advertise in RadCom but when I checked to get the address just now he seems to have stopped. I haven't stayed there myself, though I did have an exchange of emails a few years ago when I thought about going up there, and I think he would allow use of his shack. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
Buying anything here is going to cost about twice what it would in the States. Everything here is going to seem expensive to you because of the weak dollar, so my advice would be to bring everything with you. For the antenna, these end-fed dipoles http://www.parelectronics.com/end_fedz.htm look to me to have an advantage in ease of deployment at temporary locations than the regular centre fed sort. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an issue), I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters Stanton (Watson is their kit) http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html should be the first item on that page Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it should work in any country I would have thought. A few nice features: * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I used it with my FT-857 in the summer. * short-circuit and over-voltage protection * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, use it on the bench etc. since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to purchase for you, WS have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for the RF it produces. On 30/11/07 03:00, Mike Geddes [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. -- All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
If I had the opportunity of visiting Scotland the last thing I would do is take a radio, instead I would just enjoy Scotland! Simon Brown, HB9DRV - Original Message - From: Stephen Farthing [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1. Please do bring a rig with you. I am sure you will be rewarded with loads of contacts. ___ 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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Yes - small country, small fish - but it's spelt Roach (no e) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roach_(fish) On 30/11/07 13:24, Kenneth E. Harker [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: On Fri, Nov 30, 2007 at 08:22:48AM -, Stephen Farthing wrote: Do you really fish for roaches in the UK? -- The rung of a ladder was never meant to rest upon, but only to hold a man's foot long enough to enable him to put the other somewhat higher. -Thomas Henry Huxley, biologist and writer (1825-1995) ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
On Nov 30, 2007 6:03 PM, David Ferrington, M0XDF [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't know if its a rebrand - I believe Watson is actually the manufacturing arm of WATers and StantON - but I guess they don't actually manufacture, just design/spec etc. I don't think WS make anything. They just rebrand, as you say. Some of their stuff is recognisable as the same products from other manufacturers, just with a different label, and a bit cheaper. I had a Watson switcher many years ago, and it was unusable because of the warbly noises it made. I have steered clear of switching power supplies ever since. However, you have to consider that the guys that brought the product to market are also hams, so presumably they thought it was OK. In a temporary setup the antenna may be pretty near the rig and the power supply, and well placed to pick up any noises it makes. Which is similar to my situation here, with my attic antenna farm. Someone whose antenna is on a 50 foot mast 50 feet away may never notice a thing. -- Julian, G4ILO K2 s/n: 392 K3 s/n: ??? G4ILO's Shack: www.g4ilo.com Zerobeat Ham Forums: www.zerobeat.net/smf ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
You can still purchase in the UK, my rolls came from 'ScrewFix' On 1/12/07 01:33, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent: In a message dated 11/30/07 7:36:09 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It was 18 AWG solid copper wire with a cotton covering, usually white with a colored stripe, and was widely used to hook up ...bells, what else! I still have a roll. No, it's not for sale. 73 de Jim, N2EY, WCP (World Class Packrat) -- Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence. -Carl Sagan, astronomer and author (1934-1996) ___ 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] OT - American hamming in UK
To my friends across the pond (and here in the states): My son and I are traveling to UK in mid-February to visit some family and see the country. Flying in to London, then heading north to Newcastle and points beyond, ending up in N. Scotland. Some of my ham buddies are encouraging me to take a rig and do some hamming to try and make some contacts back in the states. If I do, I will be taking my K2/100 for the job. I have some questions in this regard: 1) Do you think it will be more trouble than it is worth trying to get radio gear through security, customs, etc? I will have it secured in a Pelican type case with custom fit foam. Just don't want a hassle in trying to get it in and out of the country. 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. 3) What type of power plug adapter would I need to fit the receptacles in your fair land? 4) What antenna would you suggest . . . I am thinking about a 20 and/or 40 meter coax fed dipole. Again, open to suggestions. 5) Any licensing tips or suggestions? From what I read it appears there is a reciprocal agreement in place. I just need to make sure I have a my license and a copy of the agreement. Sorry if an off topic post like this is inappropriate here. I do know there are a number of UK hams (and Elecraft brothers) on this reflector and thought they may have some helpful insight. As well as you yanks that have maybe already done some hamming from UK. Thanks and 73, Mike N4JX K1/4 #2319 K2/100 #6042 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
I have put quite a view hours on mine here at the house, and have taken it on trips. The only complaints I have, is the binding post through holes are oriented in an odd manner, by whomever built it, and the banana plug connections are mini-bananas. I took it apart to see if I could re-orient the post, and it wasn't worth the effort, too much stuff in there. I could not find mini-banana connectors that were capable of carrying the load that the K2 generates. So I often had to wrap the wire around the binding post. Which I didn't particularly like. I wanted something easy on, easy off, that I didn't have to worry about coming loose. YMMV I have not ever noted an issue from the fan, or had any problems with it. It has traveled with me when I was on the road full time, and run radios at the house here that were on for 6 or 8 months at a time, for packet telpac node. - David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 S/N 5982 On Thu, 2007-11-29 at 21:37 -0600, Kurt Pawlikowski wrote: David and Mike, The eHam reviews ( http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/3856 ) seem to indicate that it has a loud fan. The more recent reviews (this year) seem to indicate more problems. I would guess, unless I had a tried and true PS, I'd be a little leery of taking anything on such a trip. Regards, kurtt Kurt Pawlikowski, AKA WB9FMC The Pinrod Corporation [EMAIL PROTECTED] (773) 284-9500 http://pinrod.com David Wilburn wrote: I have traveled with this MFJ power supply, and used it with a K2/100, and an IC-703, without issue. http://www.mfjenterprises.com/products.php?prodid=MFJ-4225MV Adaptable power connections for other countries are available at any office / computer store. - David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 S/N 5982 On Thu, 2007-11-29 at 22:00 -0500, Mike Geddes wrote: To my friends across the pond (and here in the states): My son and I are traveling to UK in mid-February to visit some family and see the country. Flying in to London, then heading north to Newcastle and points beyond, ending up in N. Scotland. Some of my ham buddies are encouraging me to take a rig and do some hamming to try and make some contacts back in the states. If I do, I will be taking my K2/100 for the job. I have some questions in this regard: 1) Do you think it will be more trouble than it is worth trying to get radio gear through security, customs, etc? I will have it secured in a Pelican type case with custom fit foam. Just don't want a hassle in trying to get it in and out of the country. 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. 3) What type of power plug adapter would I need to fit the receptacles in your fair land? 4) What antenna would you suggest . . . I am thinking about a 20 and/or 40 meter coax fed dipole. Again, open to suggestions. 5) Any licensing tips or suggestions? From what I read it appears there is a reciprocal agreement in place. I just need to make sure I have a my license and a copy of the agreement. Sorry if an off topic post like this is inappropriate here. I do know there are a number of UK hams (and Elecraft brothers) on this reflector and thought they may have some helpful insight. As well as you yanks that have maybe already done some hamming from UK. Thanks and 73, Mike N4JX K1/4 #2319 K2/100 #6042 ___ 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
David and Mike, The eHam reviews ( http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/3856 ) seem to indicate that it has a loud fan. The more recent reviews (this year) seem to indicate more problems. I would guess, unless I had a tried and true PS, I'd be a little leery of taking anything on such a trip. Regards, kurtt Kurt Pawlikowski, AKA WB9FMC The Pinrod Corporation [EMAIL PROTECTED] (773) 284-9500 http://pinrod.com David Wilburn wrote: I have traveled with this MFJ power supply, and used it with a K2/100, and an IC-703, without issue. http://www.mfjenterprises.com/products.php?prodid=MFJ-4225MV Adaptable power connections for other countries are available at any office / computer store. - David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 S/N 5982 On Thu, 2007-11-29 at 22:00 -0500, Mike Geddes wrote: To my friends across the pond (and here in the states): My son and I are traveling to UK in mid-February to visit some family and see the country. Flying in to London, then heading north to Newcastle and points beyond, ending up in N. Scotland. Some of my ham buddies are encouraging me to take a rig and do some hamming to try and make some contacts back in the states. If I do, I will be taking my K2/100 for the job. I have some questions in this regard: 1) Do you think it will be more trouble than it is worth trying to get radio gear through security, customs, etc? I will have it secured in a Pelican type case with custom fit foam. Just don't want a hassle in trying to get it in and out of the country. 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. 3) What type of power plug adapter would I need to fit the receptacles in your fair land? 4) What antenna would you suggest . . . I am thinking about a 20 and/or 40 meter coax fed dipole. Again, open to suggestions. 5) Any licensing tips or suggestions? From what I read it appears there is a reciprocal agreement in place. I just need to make sure I have a my license and a copy of the agreement. Sorry if an off topic post like this is inappropriate here. I do know there are a number of UK hams (and Elecraft brothers) on this reflector and thought they may have some helpful insight. As well as you yanks that have maybe already done some hamming from UK. Thanks and 73, Mike N4JX K1/4 #2319 K2/100 #6042 ___ 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
David, I guess my observation was that the reviews seemed to be less favorable for the more recent units. Could be just random, but then again, it could mean something. Also, when I'm going to depend on something (like using it in a trip as Mike is), I feel a lot better about it if it's been in use a while. Every piece of electronic equipment suffers from infant death. That is, the highest failure rate occurs at the beginning of the unit's life cycle. So, generally, if it makes it past a week or two, it's likely to last some years without trouble. Regards, kurtt Kurt Pawlikowski, AKA WB9FMC The Pinrod Corporation [EMAIL PROTECTED] (773) 284-9500 http://pinrod.com David Wilburn wrote: I have put quite a view hours on mine here at the house, and have taken it on trips. The only complaints I have, is the binding post through holes are oriented in an odd manner, by whomever built it, and the banana plug connections are mini-bananas. I took it apart to see if I could re-orient the post, and it wasn't worth the effort, too much stuff in there. I could not find mini-banana connectors that were capable of carrying the load that the K2 generates. So I often had to wrap the wire around the binding post. Which I didn't particularly like. I wanted something easy on, easy off, that I didn't have to worry about coming loose. YMMV I have not ever noted an issue from the fan, or had any problems with it. It has traveled with me when I was on the road full time, and run radios at the house here that were on for 6 or 8 months at a time, for packet telpac node. - David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 S/N 5982 On Thu, 2007-11-29 at 21:37 -0600, Kurt Pawlikowski wrote: David and Mike, The eHam reviews ( http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/3856 ) seem to indicate that it has a loud fan. The more recent reviews (this year) seem to indicate more problems. I would guess, unless I had a tried and true PS, I'd be a little leery of taking anything on such a trip. Regards, kurtt Kurt Pawlikowski, AKA WB9FMC The Pinrod Corporation [EMAIL PROTECTED] (773) 284-9500 http://pinrod.com David Wilburn wrote: I have traveled with this MFJ power supply, and used it with a K2/100, and an IC-703, without issue. http://www.mfjenterprises.com/products.php?prodid=MFJ-4225MV Adaptable power connections for other countries are available at any office / computer store. - David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 S/N 5982 On Thu, 2007-11-29 at 22:00 -0500, Mike Geddes wrote: To my friends across the pond (and here in the states): My son and I are traveling to UK in mid-February to visit some family and see the country. Flying in to London, then heading north to Newcastle and points beyond, ending up in N. Scotland. Some of my ham buddies are encouraging me to take a rig and do some hamming to try and make some contacts back in the states. If I do, I will be taking my K2/100 for the job. I have some questions in this regard: 1) Do you think it will be more trouble than it is worth trying to get radio gear through security, customs, etc? I will have it secured in a Pelican type case with custom fit foam. Just don't want a hassle in trying to get it in and out of the country. 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. 3) What type of power plug adapter would I need to fit the receptacles in your fair land? 4) What antenna would you suggest . . . I am thinking about a 20 and/or 40 meter coax fed dipole. Again, open to suggestions. 5) Any licensing tips or suggestions? From what I read it appears there is a reciprocal agreement in place. I just need to make sure I have a my license and a copy of the agreement. Sorry if an off topic post like this is inappropriate here. I do know there are a number of UK hams (and Elecraft brothers) on this reflector and thought they may have some helpful insight. As well as you yanks that have maybe already done some hamming from UK. Thanks and 73, Mike N4JX K1/4 #2319 K2/100 #6042 ___ 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:
Re: [Elecraft] OT - American hamming in UK
I have traveled with this MFJ power supply, and used it with a K2/100, and an IC-703, without issue. http://www.mfjenterprises.com/products.php?prodid=MFJ-4225MV Adaptable power connections for other countries are available at any office / computer store. - David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 S/N 5982 On Thu, 2007-11-29 at 22:00 -0500, Mike Geddes wrote: To my friends across the pond (and here in the states): My son and I are traveling to UK in mid-February to visit some family and see the country. Flying in to London, then heading north to Newcastle and points beyond, ending up in N. Scotland. Some of my ham buddies are encouraging me to take a rig and do some hamming to try and make some contacts back in the states. If I do, I will be taking my K2/100 for the job. I have some questions in this regard: 1) Do you think it will be more trouble than it is worth trying to get radio gear through security, customs, etc? I will have it secured in a Pelican type case with custom fit foam. Just don't want a hassle in trying to get it in and out of the country. 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. 3) What type of power plug adapter would I need to fit the receptacles in your fair land? 4) What antenna would you suggest . . . I am thinking about a 20 and/or 40 meter coax fed dipole. Again, open to suggestions. 5) Any licensing tips or suggestions? From what I read it appears there is a reciprocal agreement in place. I just need to make sure I have a my license and a copy of the agreement. Sorry if an off topic post like this is inappropriate here. I do know there are a number of UK hams (and Elecraft brothers) on this reflector and thought they may have some helpful insight. As well as you yanks that have maybe already done some hamming from UK. Thanks and 73, Mike N4JX K1/4 #2319 K2/100 #6042 ___ 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
