Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

Ross and all: OK, my error. I thought the caps on the main board were sm 0403 caps. By replacing the KBPF3 with the A version would avoid sm work, or if you do not presently have the KBPF3 then the new KPBF3A will have the necessary changes incorporated. That should make upgrading the K3 e

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

They're 0603 size, which is a *lot* easier to handle than 0403. But you'll still need tweezers and good eyesight (or what we fondly call a "Geezer Gazer"). If you have any doubts about your ability to tackle this mod, you might practice with some random SMD capacitors on scrap board, first. Or s

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware 5.26 and CONFIG:EXT ALC

Hi Paul, Yes -- I highly recommend using rev. 5.29 for this reason. I meant to post on this earlier. 73, Wayne N6KR On Jun 25, 2015, at 7:25 PM, Paul Kirley wrote: > My K3 serial number is 1322; it is of 2008 vintage. I loaded beta 5.26 > firmware because I installed a newly purchased KXV3B

[Elecraft] WTB: Elecraft KPA-500

Please let me know if you are selling your KPA-500. Thanks! -john NE4U Madison, WI __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware 5.26 and CONFIG:EXT ALC

Thanks for the report of your experience, Paul. I've not gone to 5.29 for the reasons you stated; now I will. 73, Phil W7OX On 6/25/15 7:25 PM, Paul Kirley wrote: My K3 serial number is 1322; it is of 2008 vintage. I loaded beta 5.26 firmware because I installed a newly purchased KXV3B trans

[Elecraft] K3 Firmware 5.26 and CONFIG:EXT ALC

My K3 serial number is 1322; it is of 2008 vintage. I loaded beta 5.26 firmware because I installed a newly purchased KXV3B transverter/preamp board. Today I noticed that new firmware version 5.29 was available. When I read the release notes, it looked like the release would not affect my old K3

[Elecraft] FS: K144XV internal 2m module for K3/K3S

I decided I did not need the 2m module that has been installed in my K3 s/n 2295 so I am putting it up for sale. All parts supplied with the original kit are included with exception of the One Pin Connector (E620176) that is soldered onto the main RF board. The rear panel that will be suppl

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

And Jean-Luk, where is 7 of 9? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2015 5:20 PM To: Phil Wheeler Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Karl wrote... > My brother-in-law recommends putting one of her cashmere sweaters in > the wash next time you do the laundry. Says he did that years ago > and has never since been allowed to do the laundry. Nice silk dresses are also effective! 8-) 73, George T Daughters, K6GT CU in the Calif

Re: [Elecraft] Monitor Audio

K3_line_out_temp_read.gif Here is what the audio looks like - there are two breaks of about 10-20 ms. There are two temperatures that it

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

James, Glad you're set for Field Day. RE your other concern: My brother-in-law recommends putting one of her cashmere sweaters in the wash next time you do the laundry. Says he did that years ago and has never since been allowed to do the laundry. Karl W3BF > On Jun 25, 2015, at 6:51 PM, J

[Elecraft] SMT handling tip

I handle all my small SMT parts with a toothpick dabbed in beeswax. I get the beeswax at Jo-Ann's sewing stores. Much easier than tweezers slipping and firing nearly invisible parts across the room. 73 Jim ab3cv __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

On 6/25/2015 7:28 PM, Edward R Cole wrote: I believe Wayne stated the caps on the main board that require replacement are 0403 sized sm "chips". No. On the main RF board (and the sub RX board if necessary) it's merely adding a through-hole cap. If you have the KBPF3 (no A) then you need t

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

The manual for the mod suggests it's not all that hard to do, Ed; I plan to and I don't work with SMT without due consideration. In any case, you can send only the boards needing the mod to Elecraft, not the entire K3, according to an earlier post by Wayne 73, Phil W7OX On 6/25/15 4:28 P

[Elecraft] K3: LINE OUT weirdness

Earlier I reported a problem where the LINE OUT level setting had no effect on the actual output level, but the front panel volume control did. Well, I downloaded and installed latest firmware, which was different from what I downloaded just a few days ago. That fixed both symptoms, except: *

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

I believe Wayne stated the caps on the main board that require replacement are 0403 sized sm "chips". If you have never done any sm work you will find them very difficult to handle. I have built some boards that use that size and had to use a magnifier to be able to see well enough to place t

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

> On Thursday, Jun 25, 2015, at Thursday, 3:42 PM, Alan > wrote: > > Jim, > > I would try the following troubleshooting procedure: > > Connect the "XCVR" ACC1 RS-232 jack on the PX3 to the ACC1 jack on the KX3. > Turn them both on. If the KX3 and PX3 work normally together (PX3 reads KX

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Guys, I have checked, double, and triple-checked connections. Reseated all of them. I tried as David GM4JJJ suggested - unhooked EVERYTHING from the PX3 except power and ACC1 to the computer. The PX3 utility does not see the PX3. So, I'm of the opinion that something inside the PX3 has gone kafl

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

> - KX3 Utility can't connect to the KX3 and > > - PX3 Utility can't connect to the PX3, I forgot to mention you have to kill KX3 Utility before starting PX3 Utility. You can't have more than one program using the same serial port at the same time. Alan N1AL On 06/25/2015 03:42 PM, Alan w

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Jim, I would try the following troubleshooting procedure: Connect the "XCVR" ACC1 RS-232 jack on the PX3 to the ACC1 jack on the KX3. Turn them both on. If the KX3 and PX3 work normally together (PX3 reads KX3 frequency on the screen, etc.) then the "XCVR" RS-232 port on the PX3 must be OK.

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Hi James, Please excuse me if I am stating the obvious or am suggesting something you have already tried. 1) Make sure that the PC is plugged into the "ACC1/PC" jack on the PX3 and that the KX3 is plugged into the "XCVR" jack. BE sure that the plugs are pushed in all the way. Those 3.5mm ja

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

James, If he PX3 utility cannot connect to the PX3 then you cannot expect the iMac to connect to the KX3 through the PX3 with the PX3 powered on, because that requires a working connection to the PX3 so that the PX3 can then talk on a different UART to the KX3. The reason it works to the KX3 wi

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Try disconnecting and reconnecting all connections. I work in telecom and for years I had been told that a cable cannot go bad just lying in a cable tray. Well, I discovered that isn’t true. It can go bad all on its own just lying in a cable tray screwed down at both ends. No one knows what hap

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Tried it. In fact, not only did I try the one that connects to my K3/P3, I tried a spare that I use occasionally for my KAT500. Neither of the three allow the PX3 & KX3 pair to work if the PX3 has power. If I power off the PX3, then the KX3 signal flows to the iMac like it did yesterday. Arrghhh

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

My KX3-PX3 (and KPA100) are connected to an iMac also. On the theory that it’s the KUSB cable, or the chip in the cable, try swapping the KUSB cable with another. Just a thought. Sure sounds like a software switch somewhere. > On Jun 25, 2015, at 2:16 PM, Tom Schaefer wrote: > > Can you try a

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Nope - this is my only machine. Got several iPads, but that won't help!! :-) :-) > On Thursday, Jun 25, 2015, at Thursday, 2:16 PM, Tom Schaefer > wrote: > > Can you try a different computer? > > Principal Solutions Architect > Better Software Solutions, Inc. > 727-437-2771 _

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

See below - > On Thursday, Jun 25, 2015, at Thursday, 1:57 PM, Mike Reublin NF4L > wrote: > > Jim - > > I have a K3 and P3, and am assuming that the cabling is the same for the Xs, > cable from computer to PX3, then from PX3 to KX3. Are you using a Mac? If you > use a VM, does that grab t

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] ideas for re-purposing our old K3 synthesizers

Someday, let's say in the year 2185, a restorer of warp drives and old HF radios will stumble upon your cache of pristine KSYN3 modules and make your great-great-(...)-great grand-daughter an offer she can't refuse. So go ahead. Collect 'em :) 73, Wayne N6KR On Jun 25, 2015, at 9:47 AM, inven

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

Hi Phil, The errata were assimilated (er...incorporated :) 73, Wayne N6KR On Jun 25, 2015, at 10:58 AM, Phil Wheeler wrote: > Ah, much better, Wayne: It now has all the pages referred to in the errata. > BTW, is the errata still pertinent or is it OBE? > > 73, Phil W7OX > > On 6/25/15 9:13

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Can you try a different computer? Principal Solutions Architect Better Software Solutions, Inc. 727-437-2771 > On Jun 25, 2015, at 4:17 PM, James Bennett wrote: > > I verified that both the KX3 and PX3 are set to 38,400. Nothing has changed, > from an operator perspective: the PX3 has been si

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

On Jun 25, 2015, at 12:18 PM, ejk...@gmail.com wrote: > I think I understand all this now. > One other question, please. Will it be possible to just send in the KBPF3 > from my K3 to be modified by Elecraft? not the whole K3? Yes. 73, Wayne N6KR ___

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

Yes, but in my case, I remember any mods already done since my K3 was built. - Chuck, KE9UW -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KBPF3-upgrade-kit-and-instructions-Corrected-tp7604292p7604306.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

I verified that both the KX3 and PX3 are set to 38,400. Nothing has changed, from an operator perspective: the PX3 has been sitting on my desk, untouched since the last time I used it a day or so ago. Very frustrating and disappointing, as I was hoping to use these two units to operate Field Day

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

Serial number by itself doesn't by itself reliably indicate what is needed as prior mods and options already installed bear on what is needed or not. No way out of brainwork prior to order. 73, Guy K2AV On Thursday, June 25, 2015, Doug wrote: > Amen. I agree. I also would like to be able to pu

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

Amen. I agree. I also would like to be able to put serial number in and see what I need or can upgrade Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 25, 2015, at 1:51 PM, ke9uw wrote: > > Hmmm... > Before I order (and I am anxious to order something), I need to sit down and > check several links on the Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

I think I understand all this now. One other question, please. Will it be possible to just send in the KBPF3 from my K3 to be modified by Elecraft? not the whole K3? I think I can handle installing the one cap on the RF board but never done surface mounts. Thank you 73 Emory WM3M -Ori

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

Ted, The discrepancies in instructions are due to the KPBF3A instructions being written with the K3S in mind, while the KBPF3 mod instructions were written with K3 in mind. If a KBPF3A, or a modified KBPF3, is installed into a K3, the RF board (or KRX3 main board) bypasses must be done for g

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

The K3 RF board will still need the new capacitor even if you're installing a KPBF3A (which has the LF mods already). This will be made clear in an upcoming errata for the KBPF3A manual. Wayne N6KR http://www.elecraft.com > On Jun 25, 2015, at 11:32 AM, "Dauer, Edward" wrote: > > A fu

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

A further question about this . . . Having just read the installation instructions for both the KBPF3A and for the mod kit for the old KBPF3, I note one difference. The mod kit requires SM work on both the existing KBPF board and soldering on the RF board itself. The new KBPF3A instructions m

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

Ah, much better, Wayne: It now has all the pages referred to in the errata. BTW, is the errata still pertinent or is it OBE? 73, Phil W7OX On 6/25/15 9:13 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: The correct instruction sheet is now available on the order page for the KBPF3 mod kit. You may need to hit "re

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

Hmmm... Before I order (and I am anxious to order something), I need to sit down and check several links on the Elecraft site to figure out what I have and what I can order to upgrade. And check the forum as well. While the Elecraft folks are just hanging out looking for something to do :), I long

[Elecraft] [K3] ideas for re-purposing our old K3 synthesizers

Based on the feedback I've received: -- Lots of people are willing to give away their old KSYN3 modules, for just the shipping costs -- No one has an immediate application for the devices other than their original purpose -- The fear I had that controlling these things was rather complicated was

[Elecraft] PX3 / KX3 USB Problem

Have a KX3 and PX3 that have been working fine - until this morning. Today I am unable to have the KX3 connect to my computer if the PX3 is powered on. If I turn off the PX3, the KX3 serial - USB connections works fine. As soon as the PX3 is powered on, the connection goes away. I'm using Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

There is also a change on the RF Board that has to be made (or the KRX3 - depending on where your KBPF3 is installed), in addition to the KBPF3 update or replacement. Grant NQ5T > On Jun 25, 2015, at 11:11 AM, Dauer, Edward wrote: > > So, just to be sure I have this right: > > If I have the

[Elecraft] KBPF3A and KBPF3B

So, just to be sure I have this right: If I have the NEW KSYN3A synth in an old K3, and if I still have the OLD KXV3A, then replacing the KBPF3A with the NEW KBPF3B will give me all of the enhanced performance available on 100 - 500 Khz? I am thinking of replacing the KBPF3 rather than doing the

[Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions [Corrected]

The correct instruction sheet is now available on the order page for the KBPF3 mod kit. You may need to hit "refresh" on your browser to see the corrected link. 73, Wayne N6KR * * * The long-promised KBPF3 modification kit is now available. It applies to the KBPF3, K3 RF board, and optional

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] ideas for re-purposing our old K3 synthesizers

Ah, but the original KSYN3 does have a nice chunk of Aluminum attached :-) 73, Phil W7OX On 6/24/15 10:06 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Hi Steve, Not to throw cold water on this, but the original KSYN3 requires a ton of firmware support, including a hand-tweaked table of thousands of PLL divi

Re: [Elecraft] 6m birdies and K3S and/or new synth boards

The spur also changes with bandwidth. In my K3 it happens to fall at 50.279.00 with FC=1.50, BW=2.80 in DATA_A when the rig is at 50.276.00. When going to FC=2.20, BW=4.00 the "spur" moves to ~50.285.5 and in USB "NORM" it falls at 50.275.71 (zero beat). Again, this is fortunate in that the spu

[Elecraft] Monitor Audio

I have been scratching my head over some issues with the monitor audio (as heard in line out and the speaker) while running FSK441 in TX DATA / DATA A. It seems not to be a faithful reproduction of what goes into the line in jack. But, skipping the finer points for now, one thing that had me conc

[Elecraft] ideas for re-purposing our old K3 synthesizers

Postage only for both of mine. Ted, KN1CBR >-- > >Message: 25 >Date: Wed, 24 Jun 2015 22:18:41 -0400 >From: "inventor61 ." >To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net >Subject: [Elecraft] [K3] ideas for re-purposing our old K3 > synthesizers >Message-ID: > >Content-Ty

Re: [Elecraft] 6m birdies and K3S and/or new synth boards

My K3 with the new synth (and upgraded DSP board) has an unfortunate "birdy" on 50.276 (unfortunate because this is the JT65 calling frequency in the US). I know it is a DSP-type artifact because the pitch of the birdy changes with the IF Shift control. The IF shift control does not change the fr

Re: [Elecraft] KBPF3 upgrade kit and instructions now available

However, if you are installing a KBPF3A in an existing K3 you will still want to add the bypass capacitors to the regulators on the main board and in the KRX3 if installed. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2015-06-25 12:34 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: On Jun 24, 2015, at 9:23 PM, Michael Eberle wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] LINE OUT level

Is Config:LINE Out = PHONES? 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 2015-06-25 12:34 AM, Erik Basilier wrote: With the K3 Line out connected to a sound card, watching a waterfall, the K3 speaker volume control affects the waterfall volume, but the Config LIN OUT level has no effect on the waterfall. What a

Re: [Elecraft] WTB K3/10 or K3/100

I found one!! Thanks for all the responses. Dave N1IX -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of n...@n1ix.com Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 6:25 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] WTB K3/10 or K3/100 I am looking for a K3/1

Re: [Elecraft] k3 switching supply

Hi Monty, can You send the link to Amazon for that price please? My friend from local radioclub is interesting in it. I found lowest for $35 from Geetech only. Mni thanks. 73 - Petr, OK1RP - http://ok1rp.blogspot.com -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/