[Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report

2018-07-22 Thread kevinr
Good Evening,    On twenty meters the band favored those calling in my direction.  QSB was not too deep and the band was fairly quiet so copy was OK.  On forty meters the QSB was deeper and the storm noise was louder.  But I was able to work from the wilds of Moscow to the beaches of Southern

[Elecraft] K3/0 Firmware

2018-07-22 Thread Dennis Egan
I have had a K3/0 for about 5 years now. In that time, I don't recall ever doing a Firmware update on it. Does it require one? What is the current firmware for the K3/0? Dennis W1UE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft utilities configuration files?

2018-07-22 Thread Nr4c
You need to show ALL FILES ( even hidden files). I also show All extensions. I want see all the “stuff”. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 22, 2018, at 10:30 PM, Ronald Genovesi wrote: > >This may be more of a Windows problem than a Elecraft utilities problem, > I’m not real

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA for P3 - only looking for ten (10) replies (is that possible?)

2018-07-22 Thread Jim Brown
On 7/22/2018 7:27 PM, Randy Farmer wrote: If you're doing split frequency DX chasing or Search & Pounce in contests, the big screen is a VERY valuable resource. If you carefully adjust the Reference Level it will also allow you to see signals that are almost in the noise; this is good for weak

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft utilities configuration files?

2018-07-22 Thread Ronald Genovesi
Hi John That did the trick. While I do loved my Apple’s, I have to admit. In the radio world, PC are still the dominant force. I’m getting caught up with Windows. Slowly…..very slowly. I really appreciate the help. Ron Genovesi n3...@coastside.net > On Jul 22, 2018,

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA for P3 - only looking for ten (10) replies (is that possible?)

2018-07-22 Thread donovanf
Hi Michael, The SVGA option isn't "necessary" but it adds greatly to the utility of the P3. Its a common misunderstanding that the SVGA option is simply a video adapter. In fact its also an FFT processor with four times better resolution of the basic P3. Its best to use a full HD 1920 x

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft utilities configuration files?

2018-07-22 Thread Dick Dievendorff
The settings are in the registry. Use regedit to view. HKCU/Software/Elecraft. You can export them with the registry editor. Dick, K6KR > On Jul 22, 2018, at 19:46, John Severyn wrote: > > Ron, > > The files may be labeled as "hidden". To see the files, right click on > the folder (select

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft utilities configuration files?

2018-07-22 Thread John Severyn
Ron, The files may be labeled as "hidden".   To see the files, right click on the folder (select it), then "View", then make sure "Hidden Files" is checked. John AF6QO On 7/22/2018 7:30 PM, Ronald Genovesi wrote: > This may be more of a Windows problem than a Elecraft utilities problem,

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA for P3 - only looking for ten (10) replies (is that possible?)

2018-07-22 Thread David Bunte
Michael - I have operated a friend’s station with the SVGA. He felt it was essential because of his eyesight. My eyes are not great, but I don’t have room for another monitor in my shack and find the P3 display to be fully adequate. Dave - K9FN On Sun, Jul 22, 2018 at 10:20 PM Michael Gillen via

[Elecraft] Elecraft utilities configuration files?

2018-07-22 Thread Ronald Genovesi
This may be more of a Windows problem than a Elecraft utilities problem, I’m not really sure, since I’m an Apple user with the exception of the computer in my shack, and I just got that for use with my Elecraft equipment. I’ll ask anyways. I’m running Windows 10 and the Elecraft K3, P

Re: [Elecraft] SVGA for P3 - only looking for ten (10) replies (is that possible?)

2018-07-22 Thread Randy Farmer
If you're doing split frequency DX chasing or Search & Pounce in contests, the big screen is a VERY valuable resource. If you carefully adjust the Reference Level it will also allow you to see signals that are almost in the noise; this is good for weak signal work such as on 6 meters. I conside

[Elecraft] SVGA for P3 - only looking for ten (10) replies (is that possible?)

2018-07-22 Thread Michael Gillen via Elecraft
Hi guys, hoping this discussion will be limited. However, that said... For those that have experience, is the SVGA option really necessary for the P3? Does it really add a lot? I don’t need the keyboard/ digital features it adds, just asking if a larger (20”+) SVGA display is worth it or is the

[Elecraft] New Elecraft Antenna

2018-07-22 Thread Michael Heit via Elecraft
Where can I find more info on the new Elecraft antenna; I signed up for the newsletter but can't seem to find any info about it on their site. Anyone have any info yet? | Elecraft AX1 Whip Antenna | Michael HeitAD7VV    KX3  “Rightful liberty is unobstructed action according to our will withi

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Don Wilhelm
Jim, No need to turn the K3/K3S off while the computer is booting, just hold the right hand side of the Mode rocker switch to turn TX TEST on.  No RF will be transmitted although the K3 will still go into transmit and light the red TX LED. 73, Don W3FPR On 7/22/2018 7:44 PM, Jim N7US wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Knob Responsiveness

2018-07-22 Thread Scott Manthe
Hi Bert, I think this happens occasionally with the older encoders. Here is a link to a page with the run-down on how to replace one, if you decide to try it. Please feel free to contact me, as well, if you'd like to hear some of the advice I got. https://dl3tu.wordpress.com/2018/04/18/replac

[Elecraft] KX3 Knob Responsiveness

2018-07-22 Thread Bert via Elecraft
My old KX3 (S/N 763) is a great performer but I'm concerned about the "responsiveness" of the AF/RF Squelch encoder knob. The VFO (?) knobs (A and B) work great and the response to turns is immediate. If I turn the AF gain rapidly, the sound (and the numbers displayed as "AF xx") don't react in

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Jim N7US
My K3S is at F/W 5.64 and have the option set to USB-SAFE. I identified the cause. I recently went back to FSK after trying AFSK and am again using my HB FSK/PTT/CW (not using the CW part) interface on https://www.aa5au.com/rtty/fsk-interface/ . The PTT line is connected to Pin 7, RTS, of a s

[Elecraft] Re - Headphone jack impedance

2018-07-22 Thread Bob Rennard via Elecraft
Two more things to consider - a) how long is the lead on the prospective head phone? A lot of those for mobile phones and iPods, etc. are too short for my radio on the operating position table and my behind in the station chair. b) ambient noise cancelling - I like the $111 class Monoprice no

Re: [Elecraft] Sharing COM ports

2018-07-22 Thread tomb18
LPBridge is ok for simple applications but it does not support more advanced applications since it does not cache and pass all commamds. 73 Tom va2fsq.com  Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Original message From: Les Peters Date: 2018-07-22 5:49 PM (GMT-05:00) To: elec

Re: [Elecraft] K3S for sale

2018-07-22 Thread Jim Blanca
Jason, I am interested in the package. I live in Parma, Ohio, but at my Texas house for another couple of weeks. I will return to Ohio on August 1st. Please let me know if it is still available. 73 de Jim - KE8G On Sun, Jul 22, 2018 at 3:19 PM Jason Pecora wrote: > Group I'm not sure if we a

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Classic Elecraft K2 kit for sale

2018-07-22 Thread KC6CNN
When was this purchased. Looking for what mods would need to be done. - KC6CNN - Gerald K3 # 6294 KX3 # 757 -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Jim N7US
Lyle, That's what I was looking for. I went to the hwnotes.rtf file to see the formatting. I think it was in USB SAFE mode but will test it. Thanks, Lyle. 73, Jim N7US -Original Message- In cases like this, please check the firmware release notes for the radio. The info is often

[Elecraft] Sharing COM ports

2018-07-22 Thread Les Peters
There has been some talk lately about hardware and software solutions for sharing COM ports so I thought I would relate what I've been using. I stumbled onto a program called LP_Bridge at "http://www.telepostinc.com/LPB2.html"; a while back. I use it to create multiple simultaneous virtual COM p

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Don Wilhelm
Jim, What is the firmware level of your K3/K3S? If it is 5.33 or later, there is a SAFE/UNSAFE mode for PTT-Key. An excerpt from the 5.33 Firmware Release Notes is below: * PTT/KEY USE WITH THE USB PORT IMPROVED: PC applications can activate PTT and KEY at the K3S via the USB port's RTS/DTR

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft K3/100

2018-07-22 Thread Clay Autery
I am listing the following for, and with the authority of Carl Beck, W5BEK: *** Elecraft K3 Transceiver (Serial #5765) as specified below *** + K3/100 - K3 100W Transceiver Modular Kit + KAT3 - K3 ATU Modular Kit + KTCX03-1 - K3 TXCO  1ppm f/w correction to 0.5 ppm + KFL3A-2.8K - 2.8 kHz 8 pole

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Lyle Johnson
In cases like this, please check the firmware release notes for the radio.  The info is often not found in the manual, which gets updated infrequently.  I added the bolding... 73, Lyle KK7P *MCU 5.33 / DSP 2.86 / FPF 1.23, 8-3-2015* ... ** PTT/KEY USE WITH THE USB PORT IMPROVED:*  PC applica

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Clay Autery
Some of this is a place to start: PTT-KEY OFF-OFF (Advanced) Allows selection of RTS or DTR lines (via the USB or RS232 ports) to activate PTT or key the K3S. (See pg. 19 for connections.) Example: if the parameter is set to RTS-DTR, then the RTS line will activate PTT, and DTR will key the ri

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Fred Jensen
Let the computer boot up before turning on the radio.  Windows tickles the various lines in the serial ports [real and USB] as it deadstarts. 73, Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County On 7/22/2018 2:07 PM, Jim N7US wrote: I've lost track of the (menu?) setting that prevents the K

[Elecraft] [K3S] Radio transmits when computer powered on

2018-07-22 Thread Jim N7US
I've lost track of the (menu?) setting that prevents the K3 or K3S from going into TX when the attached computer is powered on. The radio goes into TX two or three times when the computer starts. 73, Jim N7US __ Elecraft mailing l

[Elecraft] K3S for sale

2018-07-22 Thread Jason Pecora
Group I'm not sure if we are allowed to list items for sale here so if this makes it to the list then great... I would prefer not to ship this radio and would like a local sale or willing to drive to meet someone. I am selling my K3S package and wanted to offer it here first, I have for sale :

[Elecraft] First 6m Test

2018-07-22 Thread Richard Zalewski
Just finished a brief entry into the CQWW VHF contest with the KPA-1500. Sure was fun with a few more watts behind the report. Everything worked flawlessly. QSY from CW to SSB in an instant and again 0 problems. I did have to buy the house next door to put the amp so I wouldn't hear it (no not r

Re: [Elecraft] Macro for exchanging VFO A&B frequencies...

2018-07-22 Thread Nr4c
You mean like swapping VFO as in the “A/B” button? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jul 22, 2018, at 2:53 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > John, > > Why not use "SWT11;" to tap the A/B button in firmware? > > Every switch on the K3 can be accessed by the SWT/SWH command. > > 73, > Don W3FPR

Re: [Elecraft] Macro for exchanging VFO A&B frequencies...

2018-07-22 Thread John Altman
Don, Tks for your reply. Want to add to the K-Pod Macros. Had not thought of the SWT/SWH command!. Regards, John K-LINE WA4AIP ARRL Charter Life Member C.C.A. Member Sent from my iPad PRO > On Jul 22, 2018, at 1:53 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > John, > > Why not use "SWT11;" to tap the A/B

Re: [Elecraft] Macro for exchanging VFO A&B frequencies...

2018-07-22 Thread Don Wilhelm
John, Why not use "SWT11;" to tap the A/B button in firmware? Every switch on the K3 can be accessed by the SWT/SWH command. 73, Don W3FPR On 7/22/2018 2:40 PM, John Altman wrote: Does anyone happen to have the macro for “exchanging” VFO A & B frequencies? NOT “moving” A>B or B>A, but, excha

[Elecraft] Macro for exchanging VFO A&B frequencies...

2018-07-22 Thread John Altman
Does anyone happen to have the macro for “exchanging” VFO A & B frequencies? NOT “moving” A>B or B>A, but, exchanging frequencies back and forth between the two. Tks for your assistance. John K-LINE WA4AIP ARRL Charter Life Member C.C.A. Member Sent from my iPad PRO _

Re: [Elecraft] K2 audio problem

2018-07-22 Thread Don Wilhelm
Dan, Align the IF filters. I have no idea what may have made them change, unless you tried to do a Master Reset which would change the filter settings back to factory defaults, which only work well in a few K2s. It is best if you use an audio spectrum analyzer running on your computer to se

[Elecraft] K2 audio problem

2018-07-22 Thread Pawlak, Daniel L
I'm having trouble figuring out what's wrong with my K2 (serial 3957). It's been a very long time since I turned it on and now the audio sounds horrible. It sounds like it's muffled or like I'm listening to the speaker at the end of a long tube. High frequencies seem to be diminished. I've start

Re: [Elecraft] TS520S and KPA500/KAT500

2018-07-22 Thread Wes Stewart
Page 13 On 7/22/2018 7:59 AM, Martin Sole wrote: I had a look but couldn't see how you could do that. CW yes but couldn't figure it out for SSB. Did you read it in the manual? Martin, HS0ZED On 22/07/2018 20:29, Wes Stewart wrote: According to the manual which is easily located online, the t

Re: [Elecraft] Coax Switches for KPA1500

2018-07-22 Thread hawley, charles j jr
Those are special. A little hard to mount on a desk. There were some interesting variations of them, like a crossover one (aa and bb to ab and ba), etc. Chuck Jack KE9UW Sent from my iPhone, cjack > On Jul 22, 2018, at 9:18 AM, IK4EWX wrote: > > Bird coaxwitch bought at discount price on

Re: [Elecraft] TS520S and KPA500/KAT500

2018-07-22 Thread Martin Sole
I had a look but couldn't see how you could do that. CW yes but couldn't figure it out for SSB. Did you read it in the manual? Martin, HS0ZED On 22/07/2018 20:29, Wes Stewart wrote: According to the manual which is easily located online, the transmitter power is adjustable. If it wasn't, a

Re: [Elecraft] Coax Switches for KPA1500

2018-07-22 Thread IK4EWX
Bird coaxwitch bought at discount price on ebay are the best. This is the switch, 4 in - 1 out. The best insultations (around 75dB up to 4 ghz), 850w continuos at 100mhz 75w at 4 ghz - lot higher power on hf. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Bird-Coax-Switch-Coaxwitch-7431-Antenna-Selector-Switch-4-posit

Re: [Elecraft] TS520S and KPA500/KAT500

2018-07-22 Thread Wes Stewart
According to the manual which is easily located online, the transmitter power is adjustable. If it wasn't, a 6dB pad would do wonders. Wes  N7WS On 7/22/2018 6:05 AM, Martin Sole wrote: I might be way off here but from what I recall these older vacuum tube final amplifier radios have output

[Elecraft] FS Rb standard for K3XREF

2018-07-22 Thread brian
$185 + SHIPPING. 10 MHz sine waye Requires 19 V DC at a max of 3.5 amp. Unit is a packaged LPRO101 and has fine tune circuitry (fractions of a millihZ resolution.) Pix available. 73 de Brian/K3KO __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://m

Re: [Elecraft] TS520S and KPA500/KAT500

2018-07-22 Thread Martin Sole
I might be way off here but from what I recall these older vacuum tube final amplifier radios have output that is variable in fixed carrier modes such as CW but which almost always produce full output in SSB. You might be able to reduce output by winding back the mic gain but it will likely sou

Re: [Elecraft] Headphone jack impedance

2018-07-22 Thread Charlie T
" Best earbuds bar none: Etymotic. Not cheap. Nothing really good is." Yuengling is good AND cheap. Chas -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Ken K6MR Sent: Sunday, July 22, 2018 12:05 AM To: kevinr ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft]