I'm very interested in this topic, having raised this question a long
time back. What I said in June 2011 was:-
/I'm using qsk on cw and I find that if the rf gain is turned up to hear
some background noise, there's a transient or click when the rig
switches to rx (but not when it switches from
Ok. Dumb question.
Instsalled utilities and when i open each one it reinstalls it and adds
another icon to the desktop.
Any 8.1 folks know what i did wrong?
Gary
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K3, KX3, KPA500-FT, KAT500-FT,P3.
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Have no clue what I did, but, fixed now.
Stupid Windoze...or operator...:-)
Gary
On 5 December 2014 at 20:32, Gary Gregory wrote:
> Ok. Dumb question.
>
> Instsalled utilities and when i open each one it reinstalls it and adds
> another icon to the desktop.
> Any 8.1 folks know what i did wron
Yes. I've got eight new ni-mh batteries installed (2400 ma-hours each) and the
battery charger option was able to charge them successfully.
Thanks & 73
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> On Dec 4, 2014, at 11:53 PM, KD6QZX wrote:
>
> Did you install the battery charger option? You need this to keep time
I spent a bunch of time and effort setting up my K3 for PSK and RTTY -
with only mediocre success - followed by setting up the same K3 with my
Signalink USB - also with questionable results. I followed many threads
here - reading some really good information and a few insults. I did not
become
Interesting indeed.
First impressing when getting the K3 was: "Where is this flawless QSK
people are raving about".
More use detected this flawlessnes frequently.
I always use QSK (not QRQ version) on the K3. At some times it is
absolutely wonderful, at others there are all kinds of thumps
Once things are set up in the menu - - There should be no need to change
menu settings when changing from SSB to data modes, just change the mode
and all should be set.
Set the mode to SSB for voice operation and change to DATA A to use
soundcard audio for PSK or AFSK A for RTTY.
That is true
As is its a real useful item I would NOT be without BUT it could be better and
the external sensor and the corresponding ability to monitor ones signals would
be a great asset.
I follow the N8LP site and I note beta copies of the LP500 are soon to be
shipped - must say it looks very tasty (proba
Most of LP500 information is for personal interest, with little help for
DXing or contesting. Also extra cables needed, e.g., for trapezoid display.
P3 does one thing well. Extras would cost hardware and software.
I would say LP100 and P3 serve different markets. Also nowadays, often
software
P3 is a fine product as it is -- hardly
"unfinished" as you more than suggest. If you need
more than it offers, you have found other option.
73, Phil W7OX
On 12/5/14 5:45 AM, ANDY NEHAN wrote:
As is its a real useful item I would NOT be without BUT it could be better and
the external sensor
I have a k2 and the original elecraft mic. I want to use it on 75 meters and
rag chew a little during the winter months.
Where should the mic setting and compression setting be to produce audio that
is pleasant to listen too...
I'm not interested at all in sounding like a broadcaster or tryin
I run a full K-Line - K3, P3, KPA500 and KAT500, and I have a bit of an
issue with the procedure for tuning the KAT500 with the KAT500 in Operate.
Here is the situation:
With the KPA500 in Standby, I tune the KAT500 by first pushing the Tune
button on the K3 to apply 20w of drive, and then
Tim,
With the Elecraft mic, an SSBA setting of 1 is normally sufficient
although 2 can be used on bands where the RF gain is lower (10/12 meters).
I would recommend setting the SSBC menu parameter to 3-1 for general
use. If that is too much compression for ragchew groups, use 2-1.
The KSB2
Bottom quote below:
In the case of the K3, the FSK mode uses DSP-generated IF frequencies in
the 15 kHz range for the Tx, and simultaneously creates audio tones at
15kHz is audio frequency.
In AFSK mode, the radio requires that you supply audio to a Mic
connector or the Line In connector. T
Some time ago, Wayne asked about what new features such as SSTV could be
integrated into the P3 the SSTV part seemed to be low on most users
here on the reflector But since Wayne had asked the original question
and got some excellent suggestions such as the sensor etc I am going to
assume hi
Hi Phil,
To many, including myself, it is unfinished. There were lots of
hints and teases about a TX monitoring addition that has not materialized. That
was a consideration in the original purchase.
My Heath SB610 is long past retirement age. I'll try to be in
1s
Okay, I haven't been licensed as long as some of you, but I'm still
eligible for QCWA membership with a fair margin.
What company, besides Elecraft, provides firmware updates for free? Who
adds capabilities after the radio is sold, without selling them as an
"upgrade kit?"
My ICOM, Yaesu an
Some previously discussed P3 enhancements are well under way. All firmware
upgrades will continue to be free.
73,
Wayne
N6KR
On Dec 5, 2014, at 10:15 AM, "Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT"
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> Okay, I haven't been licensed as long as some of you, but I'm still eligible
> for QCWA membership with
YAESU
73, Dick, W1KSZ
On 12/5/2014 11:15 AM, Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT wrote:
What company, besides Elecraft, provides firmware updates for free?
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Sounds like you are running the install program and not the utility
From: Gary Gregory
To: Elecraft List
Sent: Friday, December 5, 2014 5:32 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] Windoze 8.1 and utilities
Ok. Dumb question.
Instsalled utilities and when i open each one it reinstalls it and add
Working on it.
W
On Dec 5, 2014, at 5:23 AM, briana wrote:
> I always use QSK (not QRQ version) on the K3. At some times it is absolutely
> wonderful, at others there are all kinds of thumps and clicks.
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On Nov 19, 2014, at 5:43 AM, Lyle Johnson wrote:
> Note that the KX3 has a great tool for adjusting Tx EQ and CMP. Record your
> voice using the DVR, then play it back using MON. Adjust Tx EQ and CMP and
> play back the sample and you will be able to hear what your signal will sound
> like to
I must be simple - as the P3 satisfies my needs and operates as
advertised. Operating as advertised is important - many rigs cannot
really do that (watch the wording in the advertising as a gotcha).
Of course a few enhancements - such as a turkey roasting timer, remote
lawn mower control, and
FlexRadio & TenTec also provide free updates.In today's market it's not
uncommon to provide free updates to a product you sell.
That being said I also would like to see the sensor board etc made available
for the P3.I'm a little disappointed that the P3 development seems to have been
stagnant f
U ... maybe I misunderstand you, or you know something I don't know,
but why do you switch the KPA500 to standby before initiating a tune
cycle on the KAT500? I set the K3 tune power such that I get 25 W from
the KPA500, and tune with the KPA in Operate all the time. My KAT500
seems to li
A better question might be what other company
provides firmware updates based on customer input?
I use digital cameras and all firmware updates (if
any!) are free. But they seldom reflect any
user/customer requests.
Elecraft is exceptionally responsive to our
requests and wishes -- though I
-Original Message-
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil
Wheeler
Sent: Friday, December 5, 2014 4:14 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3 - unfinished product
A better question might be what other company provides firmware updat
While some of the suggestions have merit, I beg to differ with the thought the
product is unfinished. During the development stage of any product there is a
point where the product satisfies the original design requirements and is
released to production. This is not a end of the road of develo
Well said Mel
Harlan
NC3C
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Same answer ... YAESU
73, Dick, W1KSZ
On 12/5/2014 2:55 PM, Chester Alderman wrote:
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From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil
Wheeler
Sent: Friday, December 5, 2014 4:14 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3 - u
> Same answer ... YAESU
Really? Since when?
73,
... Joe, W4TV
On 2014-12-05 6:17 PM, Richard Solomon wrote:
Same answer ... YAESU
73, Dick, W1KSZ
On 12/5/2014 2:55 PM, Chester Alderman wrote:
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From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On B
Hi All,
I've been gathering information on the scanning feature of the KX3 (not an
owner..yet - VERY tempting).
I have the basics - VFO scan, channel hopping, live scan, muted scan, the
rules for channel hopping.
I found this:
"Scanning while muted (normal scanning mode)
allows the K3 to igno
> "Scanning while muted (normal scanning mode)
> allows the K3 to ignore stable carriers, unmuting
> only when "interesting" signals are found."
If the signal appears to be an unmodulated carrier, i.e. with little amplitude
variation over a period of about 1 second, then it is skipped. Noise can
I have one feature I would like to see on the P3. I would like the demodulated
digital text to appear on the bottom of the P3 as it does on the PX3. I use
that feature often on my PX3. It should be able to be done similar to the PX3
as the text is already sent from the K3 to the P3. Thank for al
Well interesting discussion. I live in the city and have considerable noise on
the bands and a noise blanker update to the SVGA would be very helpful. Being
able to scroll up and down the monitor like MMTTY with a time stamp would make
the P3 much more useful for digital modes. Being able to mon
On Fri, 5 Dec 2014 12:01:46 -0500, George via Elecraft wrote:
> Is there a procedure for this, or could a macro be built to do this? Or
> could this be incorporated into a firmware upgrade?
IIRC:
I don't have a K3, but do have the KAT and KPA. Mine drops the amp when tuning
and brings it ba
I recently fitted the 2m module and have just programmed the KX3 with the
local 2m repeater frequencies.
The module works brilliantly and a good 4W out. Audio quality is very good
both RX and TX. Nice addition that finishes off everything I'd want in the
KX3.
Noticed one really minor thing for
I have had my KX3 for just over a year now, and love it. I am wanting to
try some of the digital modes using a computer and a third party software
package. I already use a logging program which controls the KX3. I also
have a Softrock SDR receiver and use HDSDR to look at the spectrum. I tell
y
I really have to agree. Simple is better to start with. I don't consider
the KX3 to be simple by any means. Having some immediate success is the
best way to keep a new ham interested. I keep several loaners around that
aren't worth very much on the used market but serve very well as start
I too would love to see the decoded text on the screen like the PX3 does.
I really like this feature on the PX3.
That is my only wish.
Maybe for Christmas Hi Hi!!
Larry
n0sa
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There is a big difference between "That could possibly be done" and
"Yes, we will include it at some later time" and "We have committed
resources to bring it into production in a timely manner".
AFAIK, the P3 now has all the features and functions that are mentioned
in the advertizing and desc
Never in my experience, and i've had a fair number
of their transceivers over the years.
Phil W7OX
On 12/5/14 3:17 PM, Richard Solomon wrote:
Same answer ... YAESU
73, Dick, W1KSZ
On 12/5/2014 2:55 PM, Chester Alderman wrote:
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From: Elecraft
[mailto:elecraft-bo
I’ll throw in my request for Ultimatic mode too! Lest the Elecraft folks run
out of things to do… :)
> On Dec 5, 2014, at 9:53 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
>
> There is a big difference between "That could possibly be done" and "Yes, we
> will include it at some later time" and "We have committed re
Yes, simple is better, but if that new ham is interested in having a
top-notch station, he will be well advised to consider Elecraft gear.
If for no other reason than the Elecraft gear is upgradable -- one does
not have to buy the "whole ball of wax" at the initial purchase time, it
can be upg
1) yes you can run SDR in one windows and a digimode program like FLdigi for
your KX3 in another.
2) pretty much any USB soundcard/dongle will work for basic digimodes. However,
if you want to get something that can also be used for SDR (eg. Using the KX3
I/Q "SDR" output), then you'll need a s
Don
You should add that the K3 has been around for quite awhile now so it has
proven not just its performance but adoption by many knowledgeable hams
around the world and has also proven very reliable operating in less than
ideal conditionsask me how i know this:-)
No better advertisement
Don, I totally agree that a KX3 or K3 would be an excellent choice for any
new licensee who can afford to spend $2000 to $4000 on his/her "first ever"
radio. I absolutely love mine. But there are many "newbees" who simply
cannot afford that luxury, and they need to know that there are suitable
u
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