Re: [Elecraft] how much to stretch copper wire

I should have mentioned in my earlier post that I use inverted vees (picture a Maypole with fan dipole legs scattered around it) - which means center supports holding up the feedline. That makes a light load on the wires and much less stretching as opposed to supporting full feedline weight

Re: [Elecraft] Microham Microkeyer II, RFI in mike with my K3

As I recall, I used pin 7 for the mic ground and pin 8 for the PTT ground. In a brief test it worked ok into a dummy load. Is this not correct? That is correct although with the K3/K3S since the Elecraft mic RFI change it should not matter (both pin 7 and pin 8 are connected to the "ground"

Re: [Elecraft] Microham Microkeyer II, RFI in mike with my K3

This week I wired rewired my MicroHAM Micro2R cables for K3S's. As I recall, I used pin 7 for the mic ground and pin 8 for the PTT ground. In a brief test it worked ok into a dummy load. Is this not correct? John KK9A Bernhard.Horst at bmw.de Bernhard.Horst at bmw.de Fri Feb 12 01:43:33 EST

[Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite...set your clocks!;

Hello, There is a new release of Win4K3Suite. This release adds a number of usability enhancements for the K3, K3S and KX3 which include: One button synchronization of the radio clock with the PC clock (!) Addition of two presets in the ClubLog spotting wiondow allowing two sets of band filters

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphones

I use a Heil PR 781 with great success. The K3S TX EQ is set as follows; -16 dB @ 50 Hz, -12 dB @ 100 Hz, -6 dB @ 200 Hz, and 2400 Hz @ +3 Db, 3200 Hz @ +6 dB. Working distance to the face of the mike is 4" to 5" on axis {one fist} so as not to enhance bottom end due to proximity effect,

Re: [Elecraft] data modes (USB/LSB or DATA) using KIO3B sound card interface

I have the K3S USB cable connected direct to one of the USB ports on the computer. As to radio set-up, see page 33 of the manual for details. I use DATA A mode for PSK & other data modes. The software is usually FLDIGI, HRD/DM780 or WSJT-X which all work under Windows 10 successfully and

[Elecraft] K3 Configuration to KS3

K3s is coming next week. I have my existing K3 set up the way I like to use it and have saved the configuration via the excellent utility. The K3s is coming completed, I will immediately put the 100W module and the ATU in place. I currently have a sub Rx in the K3, I will move it to the K3s

[Elecraft] K3 LCSET not working for KAT3

My K3 1322 has an original KAT3 and firmware 5.38 2.86 1.25. Last night I tried to use the LCSET feature of the KAT3 item on the Configuration menu. I have used this successfully in the past, but no luck this time. I was able to make the L and C values show on the display, but rotating the

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphones

I have K3 S/N 732 and use a $2 electret computer mic I bought at a yard sale.   They had a white one that was only a $1 but I chose to go the more expensive route and buy the $2 black one to match the K3.  My settings are -16db  up to 400 Hz, 0dB at 800-1600 Hz, and +16 dB at 2400 up and I get

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - KIO3B setup

Got it working. W3FPR suggested downloading the FTID driver from the Elecraft site. Everything is now working with the USB hookup - LP-Bridge, K3, P3, KPA-500 (remote), SteppIR, DXBase, N1MM, AXETTY, MTTY. Tnx for all the input. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft

[Elecraft] Possible problem with K3 at very low power

Hi I have noticed something strange with my K3 and am wondering whether it is a bug, a feature or operator error. I am using the K3 to send WSPR at 0.2W, band hopping but on almost continuously on one band or another. The driving program is WSTJ-X in WSPR2 mode with scheduling enabled.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Configuration to KS3

The resounding answer has been NO, that I can't properly load the K3s with my K3 setup. Thank you all for the off-list replies. 73, Gary KA1J > K3s is coming next week. I have my existing K3 set up the way I like > to use it and have saved the configuration via the excellent utility. > >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Configuration to KS3

I think the Config Save function in the K3 Utility saves the serial number too, and only will load back into the same S/N. A way to save only parameters that are not S/N dependent for transfer between radios would indeed be nice. 73, Fred K6DGW Sparks NV Washoe County DM09dn On 2/12/2016

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Configuration to KS3

Gary Smith-2 wrote > - Will I encounter any unexpected problems if I load my K3 > configuration to the K3s and start operating? Probably...because Config Save will copy your K3 calibration constants into the K3S. You would at least need to go through all calibration steps again. I doubt the

Re: [Elecraft] Possible problem with K3 at very low power

Stewart, I can't answer about any power problems with the K3 set to 0.2 watts. But I do need to ask whether you are indicating 4 bars with the 5th bar flickering on the ALC meter. Failure to drive the audio sufficiently to achieve that indication on the ALC meter is frequently the cause of

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Configuration to KS3

The K3 Utility reads the serial number and will only restore to the same radio. 73, Ed W0YK On Feb 12, 2016 14:04, Bill W4ZV wrote: > > Gary Smith-2 wrote > > - Will I encounter any unexpected problems if I load my K3 > > configuration to the K3s and start operating? >

[Elecraft] K2 Internal Battery

Just wondering. I operate my K2 from a 7 amp hour battery that is recharged by a solar panel. Is there a way to set up a system like that using the KBT2 internal battery from Elecraft? The solar panel I am using is just a 2.5 watt 167 MAh amorphous solar panel. Thank you Aaron Scott K5ATG

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite...set your clocks!;

It might be... but not until I DX All States first... ;) __ Clay Autery, KG5LKV MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 2/12/2016 9:37 PM, Rose wrote: > > Clay, if tracking US counties is of interest to you, HRD doesn't. > > 73 > > K0PP >

[Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

Presently I use an external audio board for FSK. I run two versions of MMTTY - one for the main receiver and one for the second receiver. In MMTTY > Misc tab > Source for the main receiver I select Left and in the second MMTTY I select Right. Trying to setup the CODEC on the KIO3B. Is it

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

Hi Tony, You may have to, I did, go into the Microphone -> properties -> advanced to select a 2 channel microphone input. Cheers, hope to hear you in the WPX. 73, Fred KE7X For all KE7X Elecraft books, see www.ke7x.com From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphones

Ah yes - a sow's ear into a silk purse can make the K3. I have a woodworker nearby, built a perfect example of an RCA 44 - except the internals are a RadioShack electret element. Runs it through his EQ on the K3 and it sounds like the real deal. It is in use every day and you cannot really

[Elecraft] K3S Microphone

Thanks for all the responses. I find them very interesting. The only thing that I'm missing is comments on the Elecraft MH2 Handset. I noticed that the CM500 has two stereo plugs and the mike inputs are mono. I have a Yaesu desk mike but can't figure out the menu settings to use it's PTT

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

For the KX3, you can build an adaptor or use any old stereo to mono splitter. That breaks out the tip and ring for you. It is quite simple, but I explained it in a blog post regardless. http://observer.wunderwood.org/2015/08/16/yamaha-cm500-headset-with-ptt-on-elecraft-kx3/

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphones

Us OT's can remember the times when microphone elements, like optics, were largely hand-crafted. As such, the good ones tended to be expensive and often fragile. Nowadays, both optics and mic elements are manufactured using highly automated processes that provide uniformly outstanding quality at

Re: [Elecraft] RTTY Hang time

Bill, If you are using the CW memory keys M1-M4 to send RTTY, add a "pipe" character ( I ) at the end of the message. The K3 will ignore the "pipe" character in CW mode, but will end the transmission immediately when it encounters it in RTTY (FSK D) mode. The "pipe" character is the upper

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

Fred, That did it! I had not thought of going into the Mike> Properties > Advanced to select 2 mikes. Thanks for the tip. Audio cables gone. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Cady, Fred [mailto:fc...@montana.edu] Sent: Friday, February 12, 2016 4:47 PM To: 'N2TK, Tony'

[Elecraft] RTTY No Audio into K3S

I am in the process of setting up a second K3S that I just built and having difficulties setting up RTTY using MMTTY Using the USB Codec, I can key the rig, receive Audio in and copy RTTY, but no Audio from the computer to the radio. I have the correct speaker in the computer selected (USB Audio

[Elecraft] KPA 500

It is no longer available... Sold it! 73 Ozzie, w6icm __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

Yes, your MMTTY channel settings are fine. The USB Audio CODEC is stereo. Not sure what you mean by the 4th paragraph below about the Microphone. If you're talking about the Level adjustments in the Properties window for the K3 USB Audio CODEC in the Windows Recording applet, the control is a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

Here is something to check: Right-click the speaker icon in the Task Bar and select Recording devices. In the Sound window select the USB Audio Codec and click on Properties. In the Properties window click on the Advanced tab and check the Default Format. If it is set to 1 channel, ... change

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KIO3B - FSK - stereo

Rich, Thanks for your input. I had to go to the Mike input with the Codec and change to 2 channel. That took care of the issue. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Richard Ferch Sent: Friday, February 12, 2016 4:54 PM

Re: [Elecraft] RTTY No Audio into K3S

Irwin, The K3S USB codec is no different than any other USB soundcard. Those do have computer and OS dependencies that I cannot give specifics for. In addition, how MMTTY interacts with your computer is another area that must be looked at. You must tell MMTTY which soundcard to use. Then

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

Jim, A Yaesu microphone will not work with the K3/K3S unless you construct an adapter to change the microphone pinout. There are no menu settings to accomplish that feat, you must build an adapter to route the AF and PTT and their Return paths to the appropriate pins on the K3/K3S microphone

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

I have a MH2 as well as a CM500. The MH2 works very well. I use it when my wife and I check into repeater nets so we both can pick it up and transmit. I use it as a push-to-talk switch when I'm using the CM500. (Some day i'll do the foot switch project. Too much time operating, too little

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

I did respond but perhaps not clearly enough. Although I like my Koss SB45 headset, I use my MH2 daily and never had a complaint. TX EQ on the fph with bias is set up for the mh2 and numerous compliments received. The rph with bias is set up for the SB45 including the TX EQ. Config: Fph with

[Elecraft] Lots of RTTY activity right now -- great time to try FSK-D mode on your K3/K3S/KX3

FSK-D mode is perfect for casually dropping in on RTTY contests. To receive RTTY directly on the VFO B display: 1. Tap DATA 2. Rotate VFO B to select FSK-D 3. Tap any switch to exit DATA setup 4. Hold TEXT DEC to turn on text decode 5. If you were using DISP to look at supply

Re: [Elecraft] RTTY No Audio into K3S

Thanks to everyone. Simple Operator error. I forgot to set the mic to Lin in for TX Data. That solved it. Irwin KD3TB On Friday, February 12, 2016, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > You do have the speaker level at about 50% on the computer. In the > Windows 10 system I run, I

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

Rewire the mic plug - just remember it is - from then on - only to be used on your K3. It is a 10 minute job - very simple. Bill W2BLC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

Or buy a microphone adaptor on EBay. You can find any type you need there. Brian KB1VBF Sent from my iPad > On Feb 12, 2016, at 7:47 PM, Bill wrote: > > Rewire the mic plug - just remember it is - from then on - only to be used on > your K3. It is a 10 minute job - very

Re: [Elecraft] RTTY Hang time

I have found that a brief press of the "SUB" key ends the extra 4 seconds of carrier. de Brian W3BW Brian F. Wruble, C.F.A. Sent from my iPad Air 2 > On Feb 12, 2016, at 5:43 PM, Bill Breeden wrote: > > > Bill, > > If you are using the CW memory keys M1-M4 to send

[Elecraft] KX3 FSK D 40m ??

OK, Trying to use KX3/PX3 with FSK D for the RTTY contest. I started with MCU 2.38 DSP 1.37 then went back to 2.37/1.33. 20m decodes. 40m does not work (REV is ON and can not be changed) Both versions. I don't remember ever seeing RTTY change like Side Band to USB/LSB ?? I guess I can

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite...set your clocks!;

Clay, if tracking US counties is of interest to you, HRD doesn't. 73 K0PP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This

Re: [Elecraft] K3S Microphone

I'm not a frequent phone operator but thought I should at least have a mic so I bought an MH2 when I ordered my K3 years ago. I used it a few times but decided I didn't want to use a hand mic at the operating desk and put it away in a drawer. (I take it when I deploy to Field Day since some ops

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4K3Suite...set your clocks!;

I would be interested to hear supported opinions as to which is better and why between: Win4K3Suite and Ham Radio Deluxe. W4K3 is $50 HRD is now $100 for a new license and $50 a year for support (optional) Go! PS - I would have avoided this IF I could remember how to search the archives...