Re: [Elecraft] K3 linking VFO A and B

John and all, You should consider the Firmware Release Notes as an update to the manual(s). 73, Don W3FPR On 1/23/2018 9:39 PM, VE3NFK wrote: Thanks Don... missed that. Might be helpful to have an updated K3 operators manual 73 John VE3NFK -- Sent from:

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

UG-1185's have captive center pins. 73 ! Ken - K0PP On Jan 23, 2018 15:28, wrote: Pin retraction may depend on your coax. I use a number of N connectors and I have not seen this occur with Belden 8267 or with the various sizes of Heliax at my station. John KK9A K9ZC wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] Trouble configuring a K3, MicroHAM Microkeyer

The Windows Sound Control Panel and Windows Volume Mixer will vary depending on the sound card(s) in your system, running applications and user configuration. The pictures in the microKEYER II are illustrative only. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 1/23/2018 8:31 PM, Eric Rosenberg wrote: Joe,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 linking VFO A and B

Thanks Don... missed that. Might be helpful to have an updated K3 operators manual 73 John VE3NFK -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 linking VFO A and B

You forgot to read the firmware release notes: MCU 5.10 / DSP 2.83, 2-2-2015 * EASIER DIVERSITY RECEIVE SELECTION: A regular hold of SUB now goes directly into diversity receive, without first having to go through "LINK". This should benefit most users of the KRX3 sub receiver, since few use

Re: [Elecraft] K3 linking VFO A and B

John, You apparently missed the Firmware Release notes. VFO Linking has been moved from the SUB button into a menu item. There was a timing relationship on the SUB button - a long hold used to turn on Linking, but it was confusing to a number of operators so it was changed. 73, Don W3FPR

[Elecraft] K3 linking VFO A and B

Hi Must be having a senior moment - but while I have VFO A and B linked nicely on 80 - can't do it on 40.. instructions say "Holding SUB links the VFOs (whether the sub receiver is on or off). The kHz decimal point of VFO B flashes as a reminder. " But the instant you press 'SUB' - it turns

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

Correct installation is usually the key.  The line must be supported no more than 12" from the connector and NEVER at any time by the connector, even during installation.   Also, line supports along all vertical and horizontal runs is a must. 73 Bob, K4TAX On 1/23/2018 4:27 PM,

Re: [Elecraft] Trouble configuring a K3, MicroHAM Microkeyer

Joe, I've only ever used it with an Orion 565. My concern is that the Windows sound "panels (volume mixer, playback devices, recording devices) " do not show what the MK12 manual does in re: devices, applications and the like. 73, Eric W3DQ Message: 7 Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018

Re: [Elecraft] OT: 3Y0Z Bouvet Island DXoedition

That is correct, I did not make it clear they were operating maritime mobile (call sign 3G9A/MM) on 40 and 20 CW and ft-8 on 20. De K4KAY 73 From: garyk9gs [mailto:garyk...@wi.rr.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 5:31 PM To: efortner; 'ab2tc'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Power Reading/SWR/ALC Problem

Paul: I had a problem with my K2 with the same identical symptoms you are describing. The fault was diagnosed to an intermittent ground/shield connection in the RF output Cable going to my amplifier. It was an old cable that was out in the weather and when I took it apart you could see the

Re: [Elecraft] K1 and K2 RIP?

The K2 is absolutely still in production :-)  Reports of its death are not accurate. 73, Eric /elecraft.com/ On 1/23/2018 1:22 PM, eric norris via Elecraft wrote: I just called Elecraft looking for some parts for my spare K1 and K2 and was told they are out of production.  They are still

Re: [Elecraft] UHF connectors [was: Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor]

It's important to remember that when the "UHF" (239 series) connectors were developed, UHF meant 28 MHz! Almost no work was being done at over 100 MHz and the FCC did not even care what one did over 300 MHz: My 1941 ARRL handbook shows that Hams could do whatever they wanted at such absurdly high

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

I is not always thermal related. Center pin retraction can also be caused by stress on the coax. I have seen many N male connectors where the shield has slipped in the clamp due to tension on the coax (from the weight of hanging or perhaps other causes). I routinely do 2 things - 1) put a

Re: [Elecraft] K1 and K2 RIP?

Eric, The K2 is still current production, but the K1 is no longer available, as is the KX1. Parts should still be available, although part number substitutes may have to be used in some cases - in the case of the K2, all parts are still available except for those that have been superceded

[Elecraft] UHF connectors [was: Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor]

On 01/23/2018 11:05 AM, Jim Brown wrote: On 1/23/2018 10:29 AM, Walter Underwood wrote: ... But I mostly like them better because they are engineered instead of a historical accident.:-) The technical superiority of N-connectors for use at HF is a wild exaggeration, to the extent of being

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

N are easier to install than UHF (IMHO), easier to tell that they're installed correctly, and it's difficult to find good quality UHF in larger dia for RG214. UHF for Heliax are very expensive while surplus NOS N-connectors are common. That's why I prefer them. I would say UHF offer no

Re: [Elecraft] OT: 3Y0Z Bouvet Island DXoedition

The ship is not even half way to Bouvet.  The only activity by the group so far is 3G9A/MM from the ship. 73-Gary K9GS  Original message From: efortner Date: 1/23/18 4:09 PM (GMT-06:00) To: 'ab2tc' , elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] K1 and K2 RIP?

The K1 was discontinued a while ago, I just bought a k2 over the summer after the K1 was discontinued out of concern the K2 might be next, this is the first I have heard the k2 was discontinued however. Hope not, it’s the only one on the market like it that you can build yourself, we can only

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

Pin retraction may depend on your coax. I use a number of N connectors and I have not seen this occur with Belden 8267 or with the various sizes of Heliax at my station. John KK9A K9ZC wrote: While N connectors do have some design and impedance advantages, some of us that have lived in

Re: [Elecraft] OT: 3Y0Z Bouvet Island DXoedition

It is spotted right now on the cluster. They are working cw on 20 and 40 meters and ft-8 on 14.074. 73 de Earl, K4KAY -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of ab2tc Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 4:07 PM To:

[Elecraft] K1 and K2 RIP?

I just called Elecraft looking for some parts for my spare K1 and K2 and was told they are out of production.  They are still listed on the order page. If true, I am very sorry to see them go.  Building my K2 was one of the best experiences of my life.  Thank you, Elecraft. 73. Eric WD6DBMOwner,

[Elecraft] OT: 3Y0Z Bouvet Island DXoedition

Hi Elecraft community, This is of course OT but relevant information to all K3 owners who are chasing DX. They are well underway on their ship closing in on South Georgia Island. You can trace the ship's course here: https://share.garmin.com/bouvet It takes a while to update, but it will. I

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

I’m not trying to convince anyone else to use N-type connectors. I’m just happy they are available. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On Jan 23, 2018, at 11:05 AM, Jim Brown wrote: > > On 1/23/2018 10:29 AM, Walter

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

On 1/23/2018 10:29 AM, Walter Underwood wrote: N connectors have better weatherproofing. How does that matter for connections inside a weatherproof enclosure that mounts the arrestors?  They also have the problem of cable migration from the connector. They handle 1500 V instead of 500 V.

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

While N connectors do have some design and impedance advantages, some of us that have lived in extremely cold climates... have seen the center pins pull out of N connectors due to thermal contraction of the center conductor over distance. A UHF or DIN connector will usually not do that. Dr.

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

N connectors have better weatherproofing. They handle 1500 V instead of 500 V. But I mostly like them better because they are engineered instead of a historical accident. :-) wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On Jan 23, 2018, at 10:15 AM, Jim

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

On 1/23/2018 9:40 AM, Walter Underwood wrote: And Morgan Manufacturing offers them with N connectors! I’m sold. So does Array Solutions. BUT -- for HF, N connections offer no advantages over UHF connectors. 73, Jim K9YC __

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

And Morgan Manufacturing offers them with N connectors! I’m sold. Thanks for the info. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On Jan 23, 2018, at 9:35 AM, Jim N7US wrote: > > Morgan Manufacturing, which, I've heard, was the contract

Re: [Elecraft] Array Solutions Lightning Arrestor

Morgan Manufacturing, which, I've heard, was the contract assembly company for ICE, is also selling some of ICE's product line. http://www.morganmfg.us/ 73, Jim N7US -Original Message- In my experience, they fail shorted, so it's pretty obvious. Although the app notes for both

Re: [Elecraft] Trouble configuring a K3, MicroHAM Microkeyer 2 and N1MM+

At the moment, CW works as expected, EXCEPT when I use the footswitch. When use it, the PTT1 light stays lit and the radio goes into transmit won't get out of it -- you have to turn off the rig. The PTT! light stays on after the rig's shut off. You have to turn the MK2 on and off for the

[Elecraft] K3 Power Reading/SWR/ALC Problem

I missed the original post that began this thread, so the following may or may not be relevant. I gather the question is about voltage spikes on the antenna or feedline that damaged something nearer the transmitter end. If that is so, I would ask the original submitter if they are using a

[Elecraft] OT - Microphones for the K2/K3

I noted with interest on the Elecraft microphone descriptions (http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_mics.htm) that the Heil microphones have been tested in an *anabolic* chamber! Mikes on steroids? Ray /SM5XLP __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] Elecraft Power Monitor for P3

Hello, I have a new Elecraft P3 transmit power monitor, and it may have a problem... After install I upgraded the firmware on the P3, etc. When I transmit digital, sometimes it will show full power of 50 watts, with a SWR of 1.32:1, which matches my HF-AUTO, and my Ameritron AWM-30

Re: [Elecraft] Trouble configuring a K3, MicroHAM Microkeyer 2 and N1MM+

At the moment, CW works as expected, EXCEPT when I use the footswitch. When use it, the PTT1 light stays lit and the radio goes into transmit won't get out of it -- you have to turn off the rig. The PTT! light stays on after the rig's shut off. You have to turn the MK2 on and off for the PTT1

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Feature Ask

Dave, I bought my KX3 primarily for use as144-MHz mw IF. I did some extensive freq measurements at 6m (before the 2m module was available). I added an aftermarket heat sink and then ran the temp comp routine. I simulated running JT65, which has continuous carrier for 50 seconds out of 2