Great post Ron, this is the reason I have stuck with the Elecraft reflector.
And also why I now own all three elecraft rigs. I have learned so much by
reading the discussions even when they do not apply to me or seem important.
Doc, YI9RVT/KE4RVT
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Mick, M1MGD wrote:
...please take time here to think that most of the top range black box
tranceivers that are on the market today probably have more money spent on
their sheilding and imunity to strong interferance than the total cost of
the K2 plus a few options.
--
I hope the
Wow! 40 meters was filled with folks and with a large order of noise.
Fading made things even more interesting ;) Plus I can't seem to tell a 2
from a 3. Hmmm ... maybe I should ... But I digress. 22 check ins
tonight gives us a grand total of 1412 for the net from 291 different
folks. I
I too thought this would be a good idea after returning from a trip,
deleting all of the body part enhancing spam, and finding about 47% of
what was left was Elecraft stuff. I've changed my mind, primarily
because I couldn't come up with a positive suggestion for how Eric could
manage such a behem
In a message dated 3/20/05 6:24:05 PM Eastern Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> home backup power and power
> for portable operations like Field Day. I ran across a Military DC MEP-025A
> 28V Gasoline Powered generator. Its voltage is adjustable from 10 to 32V.
> Toronto Surplus is sell
Well, I am still learning some of the subtlies of its operation, but K1-4 S/N:
1977 is on the air. First contact was with K8SYH/4 in Virginia.
He was operating the Virginia QSO party, but it made no matter. He was loud
and clear, and so was I.
The only minor problem I have is power on 30M is ab
Gents and Ladies,
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Mick, M1MGD wrote:
"...i am pretty sure that synth phase noise and the recent change in
topic regarding magnetic interferance are slightly different."
==
It all started when one of the reflectees wrote, "...in many respects the
K2 does outperform other rigs, but unfortunately in terms of
My K1 died after several years of fine service. Very little of any RF
power output. Although the display suggests full power is there, the
external wattmeter shows a watt or less. Checked the wattmeter with the
K2 and it is working correctly.
RF probe measurements suggest that the problem is a
Don't know anything about them, but I would want to answer a few questions
first. Can I get parts for it? What kind of power output? How noisey is it?
What kind of fuel consumption? The military isn't all that concerned with
the last two, I would think. I do some work for American Honda and have
l
I am not always visible on the list, but I read almost every email
so that I won't miss out on some valuable technical issue that concerns my
Elecraft equipment. The noise doesn't bother me...my keyboard still has a
delete key. There are discussions that come by that I am not particularly
i
I have been looking at all the options for both home backup power and power
for portable operations like Field Day. I ran across a Military DC MEP-025A
28V Gasoline Powered generator. Its voltage is adjustable from 10 to 32V.
Toronto Surplus is selling these new in the original box for $579. With t
Hi all.
Seems this ongoing phase noise issue is getting abit stale don't get
me wrong I understand that all amateurs strive for the importance of
having clean/ noise free transmissions without causing other operators
undue interference.
Also I understand the importance of a low noise floor for v
K2-4555 is now at last completed and fully functional. It has been quite a time
a-coming but a couple of snags of my own making. Last was a faulty control
board C22 on which the screw was just spinning with no change of frequency.The
replacement now installed and all calibration complete. Next
Lessemf.com has lots of it and other similar materials. I tried some of
their film and didn't see an improvement with my desk lamp transformer,
but moving it to the right side of the k2 made the problem go aeay, at
least for RX. I am still shy of TX with the lamp there.
- Original Message
On Mar 20, 2005, at 4:35 PM, Yves Dussault wrote:
Hi K2 friends!
I have built a K1, with all options and it works beautifully! But,
now, I would like to build the K2.
My question: may I build the basic K2 and add options later when my
bank account lets me do it, like the 100 watts options or n
What about only changing the plates with normal materials like YaComWood's
do?
I dont know if there would be any improvment?
Adi
- Original Message -
From: "Stephen W. Kercel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To:
Sent: Sunday, March 20, 2005 10:32 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Re: magnetic fields and p
Hi K2 friends!
I have built a K1, with all options and it works beautifully! But, now, I
would like to build the K2.
My question: may I build the basic K2 and add options later when my bank
account lets me do it, like the 100 watts options or noise blanker,
internal antenna tuner, etc?
PS: any
I've seen several mentions of mu metal in this discussion. I offer a few
thoughts for what they are worth.
Some years back, when I worked in the Electromagnetic Compatibility Group
at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, we occasionally used mu-metal. The idea
is that it directly suppresses magnetic
Hello Leigh!
It's easyer with top posting HI!
This is not a must mod but i need every dB vhen I am QRO with transverter on
144Mhz at +60dBm and stations 20 miles around me.
Yes You see a peace of bended cooper of 0.5mm placed over the half U1 and
entire U2 on KSB2.
There are three supports.
I ste
Adi,
It looks like you have a small piece of copper and two grounds, one
taken from the far side of the processor and the other from somewhere
behind that electrolytic capacitor. Could you let us know if that is
correct and which tie points you used? Also, did you insulate the
copper on the
Sorry, I had to post twice.
Geoff
GM4ESD
- Original Message -
From: "Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Earl W Cunningham" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Sunday, March 20, 2005 7:41 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] magnetic fields and phase noise?
> Earl,
> How strong was Vic's c
Maggie, K3XS wrote:
"If I were having that problem, I'd be thinking about shielding the
*source*...because it would likely affect other equipment in my shack."
==
Yes, indeed, the source is the HV xfmr in the amp. No other equipment in
the shack is affected by it, including any other tran
Earl W Cunningham wrote:
Worked Vic, K2VCO this morning on 40m CW. His K2/100 was absolutely
clean with no clicks and no noise on his CW sidebands while he was
running barefoot.
When he ran ran QRO to his Alpha 87A, There were still no clicks, however
there was noise on his sidebands extending
While you're waiting for that custom plexiglass dust cover for your Hexkey,
try using a CD-pack plastic top as homebrew dust cover. There's plenty of room
for the key, and they look great.
There are several types. The crystal clear, hard acrylic top is more
difficult to cut, but looks nicer.
Adi suggested:
> ... maybe open another forum with pure technical
> stuff because deletting all the messages wich are not
> of my interests is very time consuming...
I'm happy with the list as it currently exists, but it would be courteous if
postings specific to a particular Elecraft product c
Thanks for the interesting discussion, everyone. This issue has come up
before, and we've concluded that creating separate lists might drain
energy from what is at present a lively and diverse forum. We've
achieved the critical mass needed to sustain community, and we'd hate
to lose it. Of cour
Earl W Cunningham wrote:
It has been suggested that mu-metal shielding might alleviate the
problem. I'm considering making mu-metal bottom and side covers for my
K2.
If I were having that problem, I'd be thinking about shielding the
*source*...because it would likely affect other equipment i
That dedicated 220 VAC line is likely not all that dedicated, unless
you have absolutely separate 220 VAC service coming into your shack.
Under typical home circumstances, the 110 VAC is simply on one side of
the 220 VAC line. So your 110 shares a buss with the 220 VAC.
LIkewise, two separat
Eric, I was hoping someone would say this. You certainly brought out some
great points. I, too, hope they keep it together.
Michael N4NMR
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of EricJ
> Sent: Sunday, March 20, 2005 12:36 PM
> To: elecra
For what its worth, I'm with Eric on this one.
(Disclaimer: I have no financial interest in Elecraft, and do not currently
even own any Elecraft products. However, I am presently in the process of
putting together the capability (i.e., acquiring test equipment and tools,
setting up an undistur
Alan, G0HIQ, wrote:
Reading the magnetic field and phase noise saga makes me think of earth
loops. If moving to another power socket- as in moving to another room cures
it. How about using mains isolation transformers so only connection
K2-linear really is the coaxial feeder. Or battery power K2.
Bruce, NM5B wrote:
"I'm beginning to wonder if the noise source is conducted via the power
lines vs. radiated."
==
Others suggested that it stopped because the K2/100 was in a different
room on an AC circuit other than the amp.
Well, the amp is on a dedicated 220 VAC line and the K2/100 i
Worked Vic, K2VCO this morning on 40m CW. His K2/100 was absolutely
clean with no clicks and no noise on his CW sidebands while he was
running barefoot.
When he ran ran QRO to his Alpha 87A, There were still no clicks, however
there was noise on his sidebands extending out +/- about 1 kHz from
ce
Thank you all!
After working my way through several small operator induced errors and
misreads with the wonderful help of the folks on this reflector I am proud
to say that K2 #4819 is on the air! To each of you who personally took the
time to email me on and off-reflector with advice and
I think it would be a mistake to pull out an Elecraft technical forum. I'm
involved with intranet design (not the technical side, the conceptual side).
Many corporate customers want to include forums for their group to discuss
common interests and problems. Very briefly, the more compartmentalized
Eureka!
There is a voice over the ocean HI!
That's the pure truth what You are saying.
We are bothering normal majority of HAM's with some ("marginal" HI) things
wich are of interest of minority of geeks :) .
I am also using DB6NT transverters for 6 but centimeters and for 3
centimeters also HI. T
Hi,
I have committed to operate an Elecraft table at the RARS Hamfest on Sunday
April 17, and I am looking for some assistance. Folks who would like to
show their handiwork and their Elecraft gear will be greatly appreciated,
and I need folks to man the table while I take food and other necessary
Hans,
If you like the K1, just wait till you build and use the K2 .. Fantastic
radio. I've used both the K1 and K2, and they are both absolutly the best
in their class. Have only seen the KX1, but have not had a chance to
operate one yet. Having too much fun working DX from Kansas with my K2 @ 5
The K1 is all I ever asked for, and more! What a lovely rig wit such a
wonderful receiver! Just worked V25OP on 17 meters, cracking a pile of
EU:s with 5 watts! Now I can´t decide wether the KX1 or the K1 is my
favourite rig...
Thanks Elecraft!
Hans / LA2MOA
KX1 #975
K1 #1992
Next winter, I
Hi All,
Reading the magnetic field and phase noise saga makes me think of
earth loops. If moving to another power socket- as in moving to
another room cures it.
How about using mains isolation transformers so only connection
K2-linear really is the coaxial feeder. Or battery power K2.
Just a thou
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