Re: [Elecraft] Rig release history

2015-04-02 Thread Richard Fjeld
Thanks for the quote. It brings back good memories. Dick, n0ce Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2015 21:33:26 -0700 From: k6...@foothill.net To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Rig release history A noted philosopher (and catcher) is said to have observed, Predicting things is hard,

[Elecraft] K4 Already!

2015-04-02 Thread Hunsdon Cary III
A K4? With all the upgrades Elecraft has supplied and the options I've added, there's no doubt in my mind that my K3-100, serial #3448, is now a K4. I sold my first K3, #0178, and that was the worst radio decision I've ever made - w/o doubt! If I still had it, it'd be the equal of my #3448 -

[Elecraft] Ten-tec dummy loads sold. Elecraft still available.

2015-04-02 Thread Carl Yaffey
Ten-tec dummy loads sold. Elecraft still available. Carl Yaffey K8NU Recording studio. cyaffeyno_s...@gmail.com 614 268 6353, Columbus OH http://www.carl-yaffey.com http://www.grassahol.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Dummy loads for sale

2015-04-02 Thread Carl Yaffey
Just found these at the SK estate: Two Ten-Tec model 239 300w dummy loads $20 each One Elecraft 2003 circuit board 20w dummy load. $15. Carl Yaffey K8NU Recording studio. cyaffeyno_s...@gmail.com 614 268 6353, Columbus OH http://www.carl-yaffey.com http://www.grassahol.com

[Elecraft] KX3 6 meter repeater memory channel programming

2015-04-02 Thread John Watkins
All, I am missing something or having a senior moment.  I have tried the memory editor to put in a -1.7 mhz offset 6 meter repeaterno luck.  Only get -1 mhz offset. Must be missing something or assuming something.  Anyone been here before and know the best way to store this in a KX3 memory

Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread Guy Olinger K2AV
Do not use ALC to throttle K3 power levels. Regardless of what amp manufacturers say, ALC used in that fashion is one of the worst generators of splatter and key clicks around. They say that to keep amps from being blown up by severe overdrive and returned under warranty. Just don't connect it.

[Elecraft] P3 Beta Firmware

2015-04-02 Thread Jim KS7S
I can't seem to find the latest beta firmware for the P3 - I downloaded the 1.21/1.34 version (NB on SVGA) but didn't download the 1.22/1.35 version when it came out. I don't see it in the P3/beta firmware directory now - what happened or what am I doing wrong? Jim KS7S

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 6 meter repeater memory channel programming

2015-04-02 Thread Matt Zilmer
Hi John, I had a similar issue with an odd High-VHF split. For odd splits, we have to use the KX3 itself. The utility allows only standard tx/rx splits to be entered.. 1. Enter the transmit freq into VFO A; 2. Tap the A/B switch; 3. Enter the receive freq into VFO A; 4. Tap the A/B switch; 5.

[Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread AB2E Darrell
Hello all, I am the proud new owner of a new K3. I am also the proud new owner of an SPE Expert 1.3K-FA solid state amp, and I have a question for the group regarding interfacing the K3 to the amp. My current setup is using my Icom 756 Pro III with the SPE Expert 1.3K-FA. The

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Beta Firmware

2015-04-02 Thread Rick WA6NHC
You aren't doing anything wrong. But, per Howard at Elecraft, it was so bug ridden that it and the .33 version were removed from public sight. Use the current version, you'll be fine until they have the staff time to put into the P3-ware. Once I went back to the 1.29, all was well with the

Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread Wayne Burdick
Hi Darrell, Nearly all ALC systems cause splatter, and some are horrible. Letting the amp control a radio's drive level is pretty much worst-case. This just about guarantees clicky, distorted ALC response as well as poorly shaped CW keying. Instead, we recommend adjusting the K3's drive level

[Elecraft] All dummy loads sold

2015-04-02 Thread Carl Yaffey
Thanks, folks. More stuff coming soon. Carl Yaffey K8NU Recording studio. cyaffeyno_s...@gmail.com 614 268 6353, Columbus OH http://www.carl-yaffey.com http://www.grassahol.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Visalia

2015-04-02 Thread Jim Lowman
And I'll be at the Contest Academy, Jim. You aren't presenting this time? I went to a similar contest academy at SeaPac last June. 73 de Jim - AD6CW On 3/31/2015 9:52 AM, Jim Brown wrote: Visalia is also a contester hangout. NCCC does a Contest Academy on Friday. 73, Jim K9YC

Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread Joe Subich, W4TV
This is because the software in the amp automatically reduces the power in the rig to the best output level for the amp (on the amp LOW=500W out= 3W drive, MID= 1000W out= 6W drive, HIGH = 1500W out = 9W drive). It works flawlessly. Actually, I could leave the power on the Pro III untouched,

Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread AB2E Darrell
Guy, Thanks for the tip, and a couple others who say the same thing. I'll forget using ALC and use the internal power levels per band for driving the amp. Thanks all and 73, Darrell AB2E Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 23:00:35 -0400 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

Re: [Elecraft] Ham enthusiast arrested

2015-04-02 Thread web.de
Hello, Jacobs Ladder? Great! I'll have it! Where can I order it? This will help me in daily work! 73 Christian Von meinem iPhone gesendet Am 02.04.2015 um 00:24 schrieb drewko drew...@verizon.net: The retro styling of the K6 is really something-- those massive knife switches on the

[Elecraft] ELECRAFT K3/0 FOR SALE

2015-04-02 Thread Paul DeFelice
FOR SALE: K3/0 Remote control head (NOT THE K3/0 MINI). This box is the same size as the K3. Includes RRK0CBL cable set. Excellent condition - nonsmoking environment. $500.00 Plus Shipping (I have the original shipping carton with foam inserts) Please contact me off the reflector:k9nu at

Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread Igor Sokolov
Joe, As I was told, they ship it with the pad at the input to meet FCC requirement of max 15db gain. But the pad can be easily bypassed. Just wonder, what is the reason for such a requirement? 73, Igor UA9CDC - Original Message - From: Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com To:

Re: [Elecraft] Question K3 ALC w/SPE Expert 1.3K-FA amp

2015-04-02 Thread Igor Sokolov
Darrell, I have exactly the same setup. Before that I had used K3 and Expert 1K-FA. Never used ALC, just power per band. ALC backward regulating output power is the cause of interference. 73, Igor UA9CDC - Original Message - From: AB2E Darrell a...@hotmail.com To:

Re: [Elecraft] Rig release history

2015-04-02 Thread Wayne Burdick
Not :) W On Apr 1, 2015, at 10:16 PM, Richard Solomon w1...@earthlink.net wrote: I'll know Elecraft has arrived when they bring out a radio that occupies half the desk and weighs 85# !! 73, Dick, W1KSZ __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Rig release history

2015-04-02 Thread Phil Wheeler
Hopefully that definition of arrival has become obsolete, Dick! But let's see, I wonder what the total weight of: * K3/100 with options * P3 * KPA500 * KAT500 * KX3 * PX3 (and I guess we could add in power supply for KX3/PX3 and K3/P3, too) would be? :-) 73, Phil W7OX On 4/1/15

Re: [Elecraft] Ham enthusiast arrested

2015-04-02 Thread Fred Townsend
Yes Christian. Because of the roofing filters it was necessary to include a Jacobs Ladder for maintenance. Also, the dual peddles (as opposed to paddles) double up for ambidextrous QLF CW. 73, Fred, AE6QL -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

[Elecraft] K2 plus KPA/KAT for sale.

2015-04-02 Thread Chris Kimball
My K2 station, a K2 (s/n 4913) plus a KPA/KAT pair in a separate chassis are up for sale. Both in fine current working condition. Price: $1800. Photos are available at http://www.cvkimball.com/QRP/K2/K2.html http://www.cvkimball.com/QRP/K2/K2.html . -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] Is there a K4 on the horizon? Car radio

2015-04-02 Thread Kenneth Talbott
My FT-857 control head is mounted to top of sun visor. Folded up it is out of sight. Folded down it is in field of view of the highway. Perhaps 15 degree above. I can rest left elbow on window and operate by tactile feedback. BTW, I worked on diagnostics for GM's first in-dash touchscreen

[Elecraft] April 1st belated

2015-04-02 Thread Richard Jubinville
How did I ever forget this ?? I was able to run my OCF Dipole under the High Voltage power lines behind my house, which run from Niagara Falls station to Millbury, Massachusetts. The RF coupled to the 6 power lines and now I have the longest Dipole antenna in the world according to Guinness

Re: [Elecraft] Is there a K4 on the horizon? Car radio

2015-04-02 Thread Jim Brown
On Thu,4/2/2015 10:19 AM, Kenneth Talbott wrote: My FT-857 control head is mounted to top of sun visor. Elecraft already makes a superb mobile rig. The KX3 with the 100W amp and tuner is perfect for mobile use. One of my old buddies, K9IKZ, recently put one into his Audi. The KX3 fit quite

Re: [Elecraft] Is there a K4 on the horizon? Car radio

2015-04-02 Thread Paul Gordon N6LL
The user interface of VHF mobiles does need to be improved back to the 1940s for safety so that basic functions are completely tactile - without need to look at the radio. My Metrum II was mounted under the driver's seat and could be fully controlled without taking my eyes off the road. This

[Elecraft] April 1st !!

2015-04-02 Thread Richard Jubinville
I must admit, the submissions for April 1st were all excellent, it only goes to show the fantastic creativity of the authors. I am impressed ! However, at age 76, it doesn’t take too much to impress me any longer LOL Great job guys !!! 73 / Dick W1REJ (from still buried under 2 feet of snow

[Elecraft] Is there a K4 on the horizon? Car radio

2015-04-02 Thread Dick Dickinson
For mobile use, I like a head that is mountable on the steering wheel column. My current setup allows me to view the display with minimal eye diversion. Controls can be accessed through the open upper portion of the steering wheel. Dick - KA5KKT

Re: [Elecraft] April 1st belated

2015-04-02 Thread Phil Hystad
Dick, That must also be a world-record for the longest QSO ever. Alpha Centauri is 4.37 light-years distant from Earth so a round trip would be approximately 8.74 years just to establish a firm contact. Technically, if you guys exchanged the typical signal report, name, qth, and other

Re: [Elecraft] April 1st belated

2015-04-02 Thread David Ahrendts
The soon to be announced K6 (see the April 1st posts) will routinely manage HDCWH mode (Hyper-Drive Cosmic Worm Hole mode), a perfect match for the W1REJ OCF High Voltage power line Dipole. Oh, and it’s in the new 10kHZ super ESSB mode. On Apr 2, 2015, at 10:44 AM, Phil Hystad

Re: [Elecraft] April 1st belated

2015-04-02 Thread Charlie T, K3ICH
Tars Tarkas is quite active on Barsoom. Tune around 1296 MHz and point your array at the orange dot that is currently on the arc about half way between the Sun and Venus 73, Charlie k3ICH - Original Message - From: Richard Jubinville silve...@charter.net To: