Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread Robert Nobis
I agree, MacLoggerDX from Dog Park Software is great. Bob Nobis - N7RJN n7...@nobis.net > On Jun 8, 2016, at 19:10, George Rebong wrote: > > Looking for a nice MAC logging software that I can use for my K3/K2. Any > recommendations that you would like to share. > Thank

Re: [Elecraft] Solar Charge Controllers (was Field Day)

2016-06-08 Thread Jack Brindle
Thee is an issue with the cheaper solar controllers - they tend to place the switching transistor in the ground leg, making connections difficult. For example the Sunforce controller that Jim mentions uses an N-channel FET as its pass transistor, in the ground lead. If you then connect the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread Myron Schaffer
David, I’m glad you got it resolved. Myron WV0H Printed on Recycled Data From: David Davis Sent: Wednesday, June 8, 2016 8:58 PM To: thelastdb; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements... Myron, Thank you very much for the information. It helped me check

Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread Scott Manthe
You'll get recommendations for MacLoggerDX, and it is nice software, but it's also $95. I recommend RUMLog, which does just about everything MLDX does, but its free (or whatever you choose to donate). There is a contest version, called RUMped as well as versions for the iPad/iPhone and they

Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread Bayard Coolidge, N1HO via Elecraft
I've been enjoying RUMlogNG with my K3: RUMLog Next Generation | | | RUMLog Next Generation | | | Tom, DL2RUM, also has a smaller version, "RUMped" originally designed forholiday/DXpedition use, that I've used for contest logging. Also, there aresome web pages out there

Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread D Howard
Have a look at RUMlogNG Excellent , comprehensive and free! Constantly being updated with features and cat to new rigs 73 Dan VA3MA On 2016-06-08, at 22:10, George Rebong wrote: Looking for a nice MAC logging software that I can use for my K3/K2. Any recommendations that

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread David Davis
Myron, Thank you very much for the information. It helped me check the RF output on my KX3. I was able to determine that the power output is exactly where it should be. That is why I really enjoy this mailing list. There are good people here that always offer great help. In the end the issue

Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread Phil Hystad
Ditto! Phil, K7PEH > On Jun 8, 2016, at 7:21 PM, Michael Walker wrote: > > Yep... Dog Park stuff is pretty good. > > Mike va3mw > > > On Wed, Jun 8, 2016 at 10:12 PM, Matthew Cook wrote: > >> MacLoggerDX from Dog Park Software. >> >> Can't go

Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread Michael Walker
Yep... Dog Park stuff is pretty good. Mike va3mw On Wed, Jun 8, 2016 at 10:12 PM, Matthew Cook wrote: > MacLoggerDX from Dog Park Software. > > Can't go wrong. > > 73 > > Matthew > VK5ZM > > On 9 June 2016 at 11:40, George Rebong wrote: > > > Looking for

Re: [Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread Matthew Cook
MacLoggerDX from Dog Park Software. Can't go wrong. 73 Matthew VK5ZM On 9 June 2016 at 11:40, George Rebong wrote: > Looking for a nice MAC logging software that I can use for my K3/K2. Any > recommendations that you would like to share. > Thank you. >

[Elecraft] MAC logging software

2016-06-08 Thread George Rebong
Looking for a nice MAC logging software that I can use for my K3/K2. Any recommendations that you would like to share. Thank you. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread Drew AF2Z
Regarding a front panel knob for AGC threshold adjustment, I have assigned AGC Threshold and Slope as keyswitch macros to M1 tap & M1 hold respectively. Then it's just a matter of selecting either and turning VFO A to adjust. 73, Drew AF2Z On 06/08/16 17:23, Matt Murphy wrote: I'm not

[Elecraft] FOR SALE: Elecraft K2, serial #6099

2016-06-08 Thread geoff allsup
For Sale – Elecraft K2/10 Transceiver, Serial #6099 Includes the following options: K160RX 160M option with 2nd RX antenna port KNB2 High Performance Noise Blanker KAF2 Audio Filter and Real-time Clock KAT2 Internal Antenna Tuner with 2 Antenna ports KIO2 RS232 Interface and Aux IO with cable

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread Jim McDonald
I see in the K3 & KX3 Programmer's Reference (page 16) that the AGC threshold, MN044 or MP044, is accessible via software. I have what DXLab calls user-defined sliders for AF and RF gain and power; maybe a similar slider could be created for AGC threshold. Or maybe a stepped macro for the radio

[Elecraft] [KX2] DC Power

2016-06-08 Thread Jim H via Elecraft
Two questions regarding the KX2. 1. Can the KXBC2 be used as a power supply, with appropriate adapter, to power the KX2? 2. Can someone explain why Elecraft used a Li-ion battery rather than other Lithium chemistries in the KX2? Some chemistries are safer than others. 73 Jim H

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread HankP
Number 1 is already there - unless you "DEMAND " that you do WHILE the computer is sending CQ or whatever . Just press WIDTH to select I or II . K7HP - Original Message - > I'm not sure if this is on the list of requested firmware features, so > I'll > mention it here just in case: >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread Dave Cole
On Wed, 2016-06-08 at 16:23 -0500, Matt Murphy wrote: > Request 1: I'd like to be able to adjust the RX filter shift/width > while transmitting. I would like to second that request as well, with a bit of a modification...  I find that I often will fire a macro off to the K3, and because it is in

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread GRANT YOUNGMAN
Anything you want is “just a few lines of code” :) Grant NQ5T K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > On Jun 8, 2016, at 4:59 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: > > Both would be neat ... however, the last time I checked, no one had yet > invented "A Small Firmware" Change. :-) > > 73, > > Fred

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread Fred Jensen
Both would be neat ... however, the last time I checked, no one had yet invented "A Small Firmware" Change. :-) 73, Fred K6DGW - Northern California Contest Club - CU in the Cal QSO Party 1-2 Oct 2016 - www.cqp.org On 6/8/2016 2:23 PM, Matt Murphy wrote: I'm not sure if this is on the list

[Elecraft] K3 Firmware Feature Requests

2016-06-08 Thread Matt Murphy
I'm not sure if this is on the list of requested firmware features, so I'll mention it here just in case: Request 1: I'd like to be able to adjust the RX filter shift/width while transmitting. I often take a moment to assess things like passband, RIT, etc. when CQing during a contest, and if I'm

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 KXIO2 Power Consumption Q

2016-06-08 Thread Peter Lambert
Way less than the self-discharge of the cells. 30uA probably is too. 73's Peter VK4JD -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: Thursday, 9 June 2016 6:49 AM To: Jim GM Cc: Elecraft Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 KXIO2

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 KXIO2 Power Consumption Q

2016-06-08 Thread Wayne Burdick
Zero. Wayne N6KR On Jun 8, 2016, at 9:09 AM, Jim GM wrote: > OK so if this board is not installed, how much power does the KX2 draw when > turned off? > > Jim K9TF > > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home:

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 broadcast reception?

2016-06-08 Thread Jim Brown
On Wed,6/8/2016 10:56 AM, kg9hfr...@gmail.com wrote: wonder if there is any ability to listen to the broadcast band on a KX2. From the KX2 manual (which is online) Sensitivity (MDS), 500-Hz bandwidth -136 dBm (typ.), preamp on. Note: Sensitivity rolls off significantly below 3.0 MHz due to

[Elecraft] KX2 broadcast reception?

2016-06-08 Thread kg9hfr...@gmail.com
Wondering if I should sell my K2 and get a KX2. Anyone know if you can receive the AM broadcast band? I can on my KX3 with the auto-tuner and wonder if there is any ability to listen to the broadcast band on a KX2. Frank KG9H __

[Elecraft] Solar Charge Controllers (was Field Day)

2016-06-08 Thread Jim Brown
Yes on all counts. This unit would be described as a simple hysteresis controller -- it doesn't pulse the charge current, it simply turns charging on if the battery voltage is less than full charge, turns charging off when that voltage is reached, and turns charging back on when battery

[Elecraft] Shipping of KX2's

2016-06-08 Thread R HOWITT
I emailed the guys at Elecraft about my order on 2 June but have yet to get a reply. Ordered mine here in the UK from the importer here in the UK on 28 May during their open day.   My question was more focused on when Elecraft will be dispatching  to the UK. Can't help being eager to get my

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 KXIO2 Power Consumption Q

2016-06-08 Thread Jim GM
OK so if this board is not installed, how much power does the KX2 draw when turned off? Jim K9TF __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread Phil Wheeler
David, If you have a dummy load and any sort of Wattmeter which can measure in 10-20 W range, that should tell you if you're getting NO power out. And make sure you have the power out dialed in at 10 watts or so in the KX3, not set to zero. 73, Phil W7OX On 6/8/16 8:42 AM, David Davis

[Elecraft] [ELECRAFT][K3][P3] Macro Question on Noise Reduction

2016-06-08 Thread David Box
I am trying to set up macros to use for different bands and modes changes. One thing that I cannot find how to do is to check on the status of a switched function and then set if needed. An example is that for changing to 20M SSB I would like to turn on Noise Reduction but the only way I can

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread David Davis
Myron Thanks for the information. I believe this will help me with what I need to check. I will also check out your suggested reading it sounds like there is some valuable information there. Thanks David KG6MTI Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 8, 2016, at 06:02, thelastdb

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread David Davis
Phil. My testing started when I started to realize that I might not have any RF output. I started to believe this to be the situation when no matter what band or mode I tried I was no longer able to make a contact of any type while working portable. When I returned home and connected my

[Elecraft] K2 DSP unit

2016-06-08 Thread Ted
I just bought a K2/100 (I now own 4 and a K3, KPA 500 and scope) and it came with DSP. I checked it out and it works FB but don't use DSP so the module is an extra now. Anyone wishing to own a DSP module for their K2 can buy mine for $165 which includes shipping within the USA. Please

[Elecraft] K3 8khz wide sig tracks VFO A ~30khz lower in frequency

2016-06-08 Thread Sam Morgan
I have a 8-9 khz wide signal that follows my VFO A around. I saw this on 160m and also in 10m this morning. I haven't checked the other bands. Images can be seen here: https://picasaweb.google.com/k5oai.sam/6293813435183959297 No antenna was connected to the K3. The only cables connected to

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread thelastdb
David, Set the radio for 5W in the TUNE menu first. Then press the tune button. I make all of my power measurements with my KX3 set to 5W and TUNE. John and I use these DL1s extensively. Google KN5L DL1 and read up on the diode characterization and further reading about its use. 72Myron

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping of KX2's

2016-06-08 Thread Peter Lambert
They learnt. It was a long wait on the KX3. Worth it though and happy to be in the queue. VK4JD -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ray Sills Sent: Wednesday, 8 June 2016 12:34 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 RF out voltage measurements...

2016-06-08 Thread Phil Wheeler
David, You'll likely get more help if you describe what is causing you to think you might have an RF out issue with your KX3. 73, Phil W7OX On 6/7/16 9:49 PM, David Davis wrote: I might have an RF out issue with my KX3 but I am not sure how to test it. I have an Elecraft DL1 and a DMM