Bill Tippett wrote:
(keyclicks and phase noise). They're getting better but
IMHO they need to tone down the fluffiness in the QST
articles.
I agree. I find the articles themselves to be mostly non-critical rah-rah
stuff that the Marketing Department at the radio company could just as well
h
I bet you could pick up an RCA Volt-Ohmyst (SP?) for next to nothing.
Probably one of the most popular bench top meters of all time.. . . next to
the
Heathkit jobs. I just saw a post a few days ago for a digital with an analog
combined. I wouldn't bother if the analog part is a bargraph.
On Sunday 30 September 2007 21:36:16 KBG Luxford wrote:
> I think the analog meter par excellence is the Avometer.
The Avometer has only one linear scale, as I remember.
All those cramped at one end AC scales on other meters
are clumsy by comparison. The 20,000 ohms/volt lack of
sensitivity can
Good Evening,
A very wet, chilly one here. Looks like that will not stop any time
soon. Today I was up at 3 AM to get ready for the walk, run, bike event
begun and ended at the Nike campus in Beaverton, Oregon. We took shifts
as NCS for the event and while we were not on the air we kep
Kevin,
I beg to differ with you. While the 20,000 ohms per volt meters were
great with vacuum tube circuits (except when attempting grid
measurements), they will cause significant loading of many solid state
circuits creating measurement errors.
A DMM or VTVM has an input impedance in the r
Doug,
You must decide how you want to wire the K2's microphone configuration
header.
If you choose the Icom configuration, your Icom SM-8 microphone should
work fine - just plug it in. If you choose the Heil mic (any of the
Heil mics), order the adapter that matches the way you have the K2
Dave,
Wire it that way and set the menu to INP HND and it should work FB.
73,
Don W3FPR
Dave G. wrote:
This is a second email... I didn't se the first one get to the list!!
I want to ise a Straigh (Hand) key with the KX-1\
I'm assuming the following...
Tip => hot
Sleeve => gnd
Am I correct
That's the way it works on the K2.
No harm in trying it that way.
de Joe, aa4nn
- Original Message -
From: "Dave G." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To:
Sent: Sunday, September 30, 2007 10:03 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] KX1 and Straight key
This is a second email... I didn't se the first one get to
Doug -
I just configured my K2 for a Heil HM-iC.
I bought the Heil Kenwood adapter cable for the mic.
On the mic configuration header:
connect AF to mic pin 1 and install a 5.6K resistor from AF to 5V
connect PTT to mic pin 2
connect GND to mic pins 7 and 8
I left all other mic pins unconnecte
This is a second email... I didn't se the first one get to the list!!
I want to ise a Straigh (Hand) key with the KX-1\
I'm assuming the following...
Tip => hot
Sleeve => gnd
Am I correct??? I saw nothing in the Manual to indicate which way it goes
-
Dave G
KK7SS
Now that my K2 is on the air (CW only until I assemble the SSB adapter)
I am thinking about some fruit salad. The bands are pretty noisy at the
moment - atmospheric, touch lamps, fluorescents, electrical storms et
al. Has anyone experience of both the K2 DSP and AF filter that could
offer a c
Was wondering what all comes with a new
K3 kit or finished K3?
- Does it come with a Powerpole 13.8VDC pigtail
cable? With Powerpole male connectors to
plug into the K3?
- Does the K3 have a 13.8VDC fuse, replaceable?
Didn't see one on backside of K3 diagram?
Any other plugs or cable parts, a
I think the analog meter par excellence is the Avometer. Avo was a
British company that made avometers and tube testers. I think that the
company has been taken over by Megger. Anyway, the Avometer has a
sensitivity of 20,000 ohms per volt, a physically large scale with a
mirror backing to a
My Elecraft T1 kit has been sold.
--Andrew
On 9/30/07, Andrew Moore <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Elecraft T1-K
> 20 W standalone antenna tuner, new, unassembled.
> Current rev. Bought it last month.
>
> $100 plus $5 to ship, within U.S.
>
> (Elecraft price is $135 plus shipping)
>
_
WA6HHQ:
>I discussed the issue of the missing IMDDR3 numbers (Third Order Dynamic
Range) with Michael Tracy at the ARRL a couple of weeks ago. I expressed
my strong concern that they had dropped these from the review data and
were only posting a footnote showing how to calculate them from the I
Drew,
When adjusting L34, the peak is quite broad and is difficult to
determine exactly where to set it - if you can discern no difference,
then set it somewhere between 1 and 2 turns in from the top and be done
with it. Even if you want to refine the setting, start with this
'adjustment'.
Elecraft AF1 active audio filter.
Bought it new last month, assembled and tested, nice build quality.
I have no need for it.
Elecraft price $60 (unassembled) plus shipping
Your price $45 assembled and shipped (within U.S.)
--Andrew, NV1B
___
Elecraft ma
Elecraft T1-K
20 W standalone antenna tuner, new, unassembled.
Current rev. Bought it last month.
$100 plus $5 to ship, within U.S.
(Elecraft price is $135 plus shipping)
___
Elecraft mailing list
Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
You must be a subscri
JT,
Most of the times that an analog meter is helpful is when making peaking
adjustments to tuned circuits, so what you really need is a meter system
that can detect and display the amplitude of an RF waveform - the
following are suggestions:
For a *really* fast responding 'analog meter', us
Retire at, or near 50? Are you kidding? (Wayne and I are both at the big
five-o..)
I tried it once, back in my 30's, and went crazy after a year of goofing
off. After a year I started another company. (Verisys, Inc.) I'm not
planning on retiring for a very long time, if ever. My father is stil
Hi Bill,
I discussed the issue of the missing IMDDR3 numbers (Third Order Dynamic
Range) with Michael Tracy at the ARRL a couple of weeks ago. I expressed
my strong concern that they had dropped these from the review data and
were only posting a footnote showing how to calculate them from the
Elecrafters:
Here is an email I received (check the date below) in response to my
query about the "new" testing methodology at ARRL. Specifically, I
asked about how to interpret the "dbc" measurement now include with
the analysis. I don't think they even answered the question I asked.
However, h
Ouch - I would say he nailed it! I have serious issues with the AGC as
handled by the Orion's DSP.
What will the K3 offer?
k4ia
Craig "Buck"
Fredericksburg, Virginia USA
** See what's new at http://www.aol.com
In a message dated 9/30/07 6:17:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> > Will it be possible to keep a K2 working 35 years? I don't see why not,
> given
> > that almost all the parts are readily available, the documentation is wide
>
> > open a
>
> When will the day come when the information in QST is more than a
> fluff review, and a free multi-page advertisement for the manufacturer?
When the magazine publishing costs are not paid for by the advertisers?
I can't wait to compare the K3 with my 2000 and 1000MP.
Mike W0MU
Sent using th
I'm sure there are computer savvy wizs in the
Elecraft community - with the ability to
"dis-assemble" the firmware in rigs like the
K2 and K3. One would hope this is so, for the
sake of the long time longevity of our firware.
It would also require a unique close up and
personal hardware knowledge
Thats is why new is not always the best, I keep my ft 736r for 6 meters and
my knwd ts 950sdx, loaded with all the options for Hf.. and I hope the K3
will out preform them all. as I expected with the FT 2000 which was a flop
for me..
Keeping my fingers crossed, on the K3 , I am on the third wave
Since I hardly ever post here, I have no guilt over doing so on this
moderately controversial topic.
Many software houses and embedded systems outfits make their software
components available, only in the event of their demise, via escrow.
Typically the escrowed software follows the comapny's asse
Rob Sherwood gave his permission to post this on the
FT-2000 list. Since that is public information I am posting
it here also. BTW I agree with his comments on the "new"
methodology.
73, Bill W4ZV
What has gone wrong with the ARRL's new Product Revi
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Will it be possible to keep a K2 working 35 years? I don't see why not, given
that almost all the parts are readily available, the documentation is wide
open and free, and expert assist is available from several sources. Plus when
Most of the documentation is closed,
JT -
One of the best analog voltmeters is the Hewlett Packard 427A. It is
functionally similar to the "standard" VTVM of vacuum tube days, with
better accuracy and the bonus of some low-volts ranges. An excellent
buy, and there are a couple on eBay right now for very reasonable
prices. H
I see in the K3 FAQ that DTR and/or RTS on the RS232 I/F can be
assigned to "KEY".
Does anyone happen to know if this includes FSK keying, when in that
mode? If not, it ought to.
73, doug
___
Elecraft mailing list
Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Yo
I'm just about complete with KSB2. I'm thinking of setting the K2 up for
either the Icom SM-8 or the Heil HM-I mics. Looking at the chart on
page18 of the assembly manual - neither are listed. Does anyone know if
the setup for these mics is the same as the other Icom mics shown in
Table 2?
On Sat, 29 Sep 2007 19:11:01 -0400, JT Croteau wrote:
> I have seen many great products that end up dying a useless
>death because code was sold to people who never did anything
>with it.
I fear that about the very same mail client that I am using to
post this message. PMMail started as a ma
Around 1730z today I was wasting some time, tuning around the bands
hearing a lot of hiss and some TQP guys. Then I heard someone saying
NA up 2. He was rather weak here. After a few exchanges, he gave his
call - it was a 5R8.
Well, I gave him a call and at first he got KP2Q but that was quickl
W3FPR and others frequently recommend good quality analog meters for
doing several alignment procedures and for performing countless tests.
I'd like to get one but have no clue what to look for in this day and
age of digital test equipment.
Advice, recommendations please?
Thanks
--
JT Croteau,
I'd like to know of a good procedure for the IF Alignment (L34). I
tried it with Spectrogram but I really don't see any definite "best"
alignment point; same for doing it by ear.
As for the AGC Threshold adjustment... I read somewhere (sorry, i
forget who) that you should adjust it just to the poi
Barry,
The K3 has a great tool similar to this. Its called a dual pass band filter
but a better description may be a context filter. The firs 20dB or so is
narrow but the the skirt widens out below that.
73
Greg
AB7R
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
They're usually available from e-bay at prices well under $100, especially
if you're not looking for museum quality condition. Both Vibroplex and Les
Logan's Speed-X designs turn up there regularly.
Of course you can buy a variety of brand new Vibroplex bugs on-line at
www.vibroplex.com.
Ron AC
I have been using my K2 for a bit now. I have done a couple of
alignments on it, as I learned lessons what I did not get quite right
previously. I listen quite a bit more than I transmit. I do ok around
15wpm, but I'm not quite happy with where I am, so I listen and work on
improving my copy
Drew,
Have you ruled out the simple obvious? Felt washer is no longer
putting enough friction on the VFO knob to keep it still?
--
JT Croteau, N1ESE - Manchester, NH (FN42gx)
___
Elecraft mailing list
Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
You must be a su
Question for Lyle or whoever might know...does the K3 DSP
allow for easy adjustment of the tap setting?
There are several ways to get this effect. Altering the tap settings
may be one way.
The K3 initial firmware provides two features that may be used to
achieve a similar effect.
The fi
Andrew Moore wrote:
When I let go of
the main tuning dial, within seconds the frequency starts climbing up
the band at a rate of about 100 Hz every 10 seconds (rough estimate).
There *was* a problem like this with an old version of the firmware. If
this is the cause you can update the firmwar
Ok, I've recorded several sets of filter settings for different
sidetone/offsets, so now I can change them in about a minute. Doing
this shouldn't be a problem for the rig, right?
If you wanted to you could put one set of filters in the CW Normal
slots and another set in the CW Rev slots. I suppos
I recently noticed some drift on my K2, but it's not happening the way
I'd expect.
This morning it happened again, as follows.
I turned the K2 on the K2 with volume turned down almost completely
and left it that way for a couple hours, tuned to 7040 kHz. Then I
turned volume up to a normal liste
Looking to pick up a bug ... mine was stolen during a move. It can be dirty,
dented, etc. - not for cellection purposes or resale, I need a way to torture
myself and the op on the other side of the QSO.
Thanks
73 - k3hrn
Thom,EIEIO
Email, Internet, Electronic Information Officer
www.baltimor
My experience with low band dx'ing on the Orion concurs with W4ZV's -
particularly in noisy conditions. Instead of using a steep skirted
400hz filter, I found that using a broad skirted but nominally
narrower (100-150hz) filter in DSP consistently did a better job
pulling the weak sigs out of high
On Sat, 29 Sep 2007, JT Croteau wrote:
Ya know, I've been wanting an Elecraft rig for the past 6 to 7 years
and have been following the reflector for much of that time. With all
the excitement and joy in building my first K2, accessories, and test
equipment over these past few months, I forgot
-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE-
Hash: SHA1
Just a test. I haven't received any mail for the last day or so.
- --
R. Kevin Stover, ACØH
-BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE-
Version: GnuPG v1.4.7 (MingW32)
Comment: Using GnuPG with Mozilla - http://enigmail.mozdev.org
iD8DBQFG/3ic11jxjloa2wsRAsHbAKCG3
This is a little related to the previous CW Pitch discussion.
I sometimes also like a wide bandwidth and/or wide shape factor
when listening to weak signals. Orion's DSP had the ability to
change the DSP filter tap settings which had the effect of widening
the shape factor. I notice th
We were born on the same day, just different continents. I used to think 50
was old - very old. Now when I attend conventions I get the feeling that I'm
one of the youngest there.
The advantage of getting older is having more money for radios, downside is
needing to wear glasses to read the ma
51 matches
Mail list logo
