[Elecraft] headphone impedance

2015-12-28 Thread Barry N1EU
Is there an acceptable range of headphone impedance for the K3/K3s? I've got some 300-ohm headphones and wondering if the impedance alone makes them a poor choice for my K3s? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] headphone impedance

2015-12-28 Thread Barry N1EU
Thanks for all the public and private responses! My 300-ohm headphones should not be a problem for the K3s. 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 28, 2015 at 10:20 AM, W2RU - Bud Hippisley <w...@frontiernet.net> wrote: > The headphones I have used for over a decade are 600-ohm high-end stere

Re: [Elecraft] headphone impedance

2015-12-28 Thread Barry N1EU
I believe this also means that the K3 headphone output circuit will deliver 10X power (with fixed V, P~1/R) into a 30-ohm headphone as a 300-ohm headphone, so at some point the amp might clip as you raise the headphone impedance? Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 28, 2015 at 12:57 PM, Jim Brown &l

Re: [Elecraft] K3 comments on Koss SB45 headsets

2015-12-28 Thread Barry N1EU
them a thumbs up if you need an isolating type headphone, although I prefer the higher priced Beyer DT770M. If you don't need the isolation, I prefer the more comfortable and better sounding circumaural open-back Sennheisers. 73, Barry N1EU On Tue, Dec 29, 2015 at 12:02 AM, AB2E Darrell

Re: [Elecraft] P3 vs. other panadapter options

2015-12-24 Thread Barry N1EU
telnet connection that will paint a bandmap superimposed on the spectral display. 73, Barry N1EU On Thu, Dec 24, 2015 at 11:47 AM, Juliean Galak <jga...@gmail.com> wrote: > I'm planning on getting a K3s and am wondering about panadapters. There's > obviously the P3, but th

Re: [Elecraft] K3/2K-FA int.

2015-12-24 Thread Barry N1EU
Thanks for posting this Roy. Not one mention of the loud relay in 31 eHam reviews and it's something that obviously would bother some of us (me) more than others. 73, Barry N1EU On Thu, Dec 24, 2015 at 8:03 AM, Roy Koeppe <k...@ncn.net> wrote: > " looking for input on h

[Elecraft] K3s USB audio

2015-12-14 Thread Barry N1EU
. Has anybody else tried this? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 12:44 AM, Chris <chris@blueyonder.co.uk> wrote: > Have you set your mode to digi my k3 only tx audio when I use it in digi mode > not lsb or usb or cw >

Re: [Elecraft] K3s USB audio

2015-12-14 Thread Barry N1EU
to transmitter. 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 9:33 PM, Cady, Fred <fc...@montana.edu> wrote: > No problem here with N1MM+ playing wav files through the USB audio codec. Or > with WSJT or MMTTY. > In N1MM+ you have to (or can) have the wav files in a directory > ../wav

Re: [Elecraft] K3s USB audio

2015-12-14 Thread Barry N1EU
It doesn't work with N1MM Logger+, probably the top application for using SSB audio through the USB codec. I believe the N1MM team is investigating. 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 2:20 PM, Ed Muns <e...@w0yk.com> wrote: > The Codec deals with digitized audio of LINE IN and

Re: [Elecraft] Compatability of K3 EZ and the K3s

2015-12-14 Thread Barry N1EU
Yes 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 8:15 PM, johnpierce <ja-pie...@verizon.net> wrote: > Has anyone used the K3 EZ software on a windows computer with the K3s? Is > it compatible? > > > > John, AD2F > > ___

Re: [Elecraft] K3s USB audio

2015-12-14 Thread Barry N1EU
I have it working now, thanks for the helpful suggestions. I don't know why it's suddenly working, I didn't change anything. I'll keep an eye on it. 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 14, 2015 at 10:01 PM, Cady, Fred <fc...@montana.edu> wrote: > Hi Barry, > Have you tried using the K3s

Re: [Elecraft] K3 EZ

2015-12-13 Thread Barry N1EU
I know you need to have the MS.Net Framework installed to run K3 EZ 73, Barry N1EU On Sun, Dec 13, 2015 at 1:16 PM, NZ0T <nz0t...@gmail.com> wrote: > Has anyone been able to get K3 EZ running in Linux with WINE? I use Mint for > my primary OS and would like to use K3 EZ there. I

[Elecraft] Getting Logger+ tx audio via K3s USB audio codec

2015-12-12 Thread Barry N1EU
ing driven? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ 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: http://www.qsl.n

Re: [Elecraft] Getting Logger+ tx audio via K3s USB audio codec

2015-12-12 Thread Barry N1EU
Thanks Fred, I didn't. I've got Mic+Lin working fine with another soundcard but can't get the USB audio to play through. 73, Barry N1EU On Sat, Dec 12, 2015 at 2:01 PM, Cady, Fred <fc...@montana.edu> wrote: > Hi Barry, > Make sure you don't have a cable plugged into the K3s Line I

Re: [Elecraft] Getting Logger+ tx audio via K3s USB audio codec

2015-12-12 Thread Barry N1EU
Sound Playback level jumping up and down as expected - audio is going to the device Push PTT on K3s and absolutely no tx audio Is there anything I'm possibly missing? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU On Sat, Dec 12, 2015 at 1:46 PM, Barry N1EU <n1eu.ba...@gmail.com> wrote: > Would apprec

Re: [Elecraft] Receivers?

2015-12-12 Thread Barry LaZar
band. I may have a bit clumsy with the my definition on this one. Bottom line: my original point is that the KX3 does survive quite nicely in what I would call an RF hostile environment. Will it wilt when things get really crazy? Yes, it will along with every other radio. 73, Barry K3NDM

Re: [Elecraft] Getting Logger+ tx audio via K3s USB audio codec

2015-12-12 Thread Barry N1EU
yes, it's already max On Sat, Dec 12, 2015 at 6:16 PM, Rick WA6NHC <wa6...@gmail.com> wrote: > Have you set the output levels on the OS driver? In mine, that should be at > or near max output... > > Rick nhc > > > > On 12/12/2015 8:59 AM, Barry N1EU wrote: >>

Re: [Elecraft] P3 transmit monitor

2015-12-11 Thread Barry N1EU
Can you get a relative assessment of the degree of compression (speech processing) by viewing the ssb waveform in the P3 TX monitor? Barry N1EU On Thu, Dec 10, 2015 at 8:30 PM, Nate Bargmann <n...@n0nb.us> wrote: > * On 2015 09 Dec 08:13 -0600, Barry N1EU wrote: >> I'd like to

[Elecraft] K3s subreceiver antenna not normally disconnected during transmit?

2015-12-11 Thread Barry N1EU
If I'm reading the manual correctly, the K3s subreceiver (KRX3) antenna is NOT normally disconnected by a relay during transmit, although there's a carrier-operated protection relay in-line. Am I correct in this regard? Thanks & 73, Barry

Re: [Elecraft] Receivers?

2015-12-11 Thread Barry LaZar
on which of our many antennas are being used at the time. And secondly, all of our radios are using the 8 KHz offset. I was amazed at the demonstration the first time it happened. I would say that the KX3 can handle any intelligently crowed environment. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] Receivers?

2015-12-11 Thread Barry LaZar
enough away, you will know he is there, but you may be able work through him. Hopefully, this reads better. But, remember I said we keep our antennas as far apart as we can and we operate QRP. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "dave" <ho13d...@gmail.com> To: &

Re: [Elecraft] P3 cw waterfall

2015-12-10 Thread Barry N1EU
Okay, what I think is tripping me up is the P3 internal waterfall speed IS varying with update rate but the SVGA waterfall speed is not. Barry N1EU On Thu, Dec 10, 2015 at 11:08 PM, Barry N1EU <n1eu.ba...@gmail.com> wrote: > Sorry for my dimness, but I've tried Tracking mode and F

Re: [Elecraft] P3 cw waterfall

2015-12-10 Thread Barry N1EU
riod (rate) directly and obviously changes the waterfall speed. And the P3? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU On Thu, Dec 10, 2015 at 3:29 PM, d...@lightstream.net <d...@lightstream.net> wrote: > Barry, > > It's as Fred said, it changes as a function of the "Rate" setting when

Re: [Elecraft] P3 cw waterfall

2015-12-10 Thread Barry N1EU
Can someone please describe how to simply change the speed of the waterfall? The update rate doesn't change it. Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Antennas with resistor and OCFD.

2015-12-10 Thread Barry LaZar
than antennas, with maybe the differences between Windows and the Apple OS. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Brian D. Comer" <br...@kf6c.com> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 12/10/2015 7:14:24 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Antennas with resistor and OCFD. I t

Re: [Elecraft] OT looking for K3EZ utility

2015-12-10 Thread Barry N1EU
I don't think it's available any longer. Perhaps someone has a copy of the install files they can make available? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU On Thu, Dec 10, 2015 at 9:57 AM, Kjeld Holm <k...@kh-translation.dk> wrote: > Hi Elecrafters > I find the utility K3EZ very useful. Going to

[Elecraft] P3 transmit monitor

2015-12-09 Thread Barry N1EU
I'd like to hear from folks who've owned the P3 transmit monitor for a while. Can you please comment on why you do (or don't) find it useful in day-to-day operating? Is it a tool you use often, just a cool toy, etc ??? Thanks & 73, Barry

[Elecraft] P3 cw waterfall

2015-12-09 Thread Barry N1EU
Is the waterfall speed adjustable? Any brilliant insights on optimal cw waterfall setup gratefully appreciated! I'm an old fan of the cw skimmer waterfall with traces so clear you can easily read the cw dits/dahs. Thanks & 73, Barry

Re: [Elecraft] OT: B & W antenna

2015-12-09 Thread Barry LaZar
If memory serves, that antenna is a variant of the T2FD and should have a 490 Ohm resistor in it. As you go higher in frequency, it becomes more efficient as the resistor will need to absorb less energy; the resistor is rated at 1/3 the antennas power rating at the low end. 73, Barry K3NDM

[Elecraft] P3 SVGA help

2015-12-08 Thread Barry N1EU
My monitor reports "no signal" from my P3 SVGA. I've gone into the menu and enabled SVGA and set the resolution. Is there anything else I need to do? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.q

[Elecraft] 3rd party K3 software utility?

2015-12-07 Thread Barry N1EU
Are there any 3rd party software utilities available that will store profiles with different tx setups including TX EQ? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K3 USB interface

2015-12-07 Thread Barry N1EU
Is there a trick I'm missing? Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ 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: http:/

Re: [Elecraft] K3 USB interface

2015-12-07 Thread Barry N1EU
Sorry, I switched computers and it worked like a charm. I've got a computer issue I need to troubleshoot I guess. Sorry for the bandwidth. 73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Dec 7, 2015 at 9:32 PM, Barry N1EU <n1eu.ba...@gmail.com> wrote: > I'm trying to get a K3S talking with N1MM Logger+ for

Re: [Elecraft] Advice on First HF Antenna

2015-12-07 Thread Barry LaZar
. This height prevents clothes lining friends and relatives, and no radials are required. There are other antennas. Each has something good or bad, price, performance, difficulty, etc. My belief is simple is best. And, the same should be true field work. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original

[Elecraft] Looking for K3 filters

2015-12-04 Thread Barry N1EU
If anybody out there has any of these filters available, please drop me an email: one KFL3A-250 250 Hz 8-pole one or two KFL3A-200 200Hz 5-pole one or two KFL3A-6K 6KHz 8-pole (or Inrad equivalents) Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ Elec

[Elecraft] WTB: K3S

2015-12-03 Thread Barry N1EU
I know this is a long shot, but if anybody knows of a pre-owned K3S that's available, with or without options, please email me directly. Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/list

Re: [Elecraft] OT - Antigua

2015-12-03 Thread Barry
Bud, AA3B is the op at V26K contest station. you might want to contact him. Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/OT-Antigua-tp7611040p7611052.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Lulu sale on KE7X books

2015-12-01 Thread Barry Baines
Be advised that the 25% discount applies to printed books only and is not applicable to the PDF downloadable versions. FWIW, Barry Baines, WD4ASW Westborough, MA > On Dec 1, 2015, at 5:26 PM, Ray Sills <raysil...@verizon.net> wrote: > > And, make sure to use the code exactly

Re: [Elecraft] K3 / K3S Power Supply

2015-11-27 Thread Barry
Astron RS70M here and it's still going strong after 30 years. Definitely overkill for my downsized, condo QTH, but it sits under a desk, out of the way, and I have strong floor joists :-) Barry w2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-K3S-Power-Supply

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 RX Attenuation and TX Without Amp Key

2015-11-15 Thread Barry Simpson
it works fine just like the TS990. I hope that might point you in the right direction. 73 Barry VK2BJ On 16 November 2015 at 07:24, Mark Goldberg <marklgoldb...@gmail.com> wrote: > I will contact Elecraft tomorrow, but posting in case someone > recognizes the symptoms. > > I

Re: [Elecraft] FTDI to serial adapter for K3 with Windows 7

2015-11-14 Thread Barry Middleton
PTT. As there has been no mention of other operating systems I presume it is a Windows only effect. May I wish everyone on this list a very happy Christmas especially Eric, Wayne and all at elecraft, 73 Barry G4DBS On 13/11/2015 09:30 PM, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: Message: 1 Date:

[Elecraft] KSYN3A and QSK

2015-11-12 Thread Barry Simpson
) or is it now always fast ? Also doess it still work fast with RIT on etc ? Barry Simpson VK2BJ Currently operating from on holiday in Vanuatu as YJ0BJ using said K3 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood Receiver Test Data - K3S Added Today

2015-11-10 Thread Barry LaZar
A/Ds become available with greater than 16 bits, my opinion may change. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Fred Jensen" <k6...@foothill.net> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 11/10/2015 7:32:56 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood Receiver Test Data -

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood Receiver Test Data - K3S Added Today

2015-11-10 Thread Barry LaZar
d's rankings, but I think it is the best overall radio out there. It satisfies a greater number of my requirements. And, that is how I colored my solution. ;-) 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Steve Ellington" <steven...@gmail.com> To: k6...@foothill.net Cc:

Re: [Elecraft] Which of these would make the best power supply for the K3(S)?

2015-10-29 Thread Barry Baines
the 15 VDC output would more closely meet the needs of a 100W transceiver, but given that most people think that going above 14.5 VDC is not recommended, are these power supply user adjustable to reduce voltage output to 14.5 VDC? What do you advise? Thanks, Barry, WD4ASW Westborough, MA

Re: [Elecraft] OT on balun usage

2015-10-25 Thread Barry LaZar
addressed and need not be of bother to the average ham. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Bob McGraw - K4TAX" <rmcg...@blomand.net> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 10/25/2015 8:41:06 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT on balun usage One point I've learne

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - easiest way to panadapt?

2015-10-16 Thread Barry LaZar
hours of playing, you should have a feel for where to go and what you need. The KISS principle ain't all bad. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Ed via Elecraft" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 10/17/2015 12:20:40 AM Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - easiest way to panadapt?

2015-10-16 Thread Barry LaZar
over NaP3 and LP-Bridge. Second, you have more control of your KX3. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Ed via Elecraft" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 10/16/2015 6:24:37 PM Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 - easiest way to panadapt? I have

Re: [Elecraft] Windows 10 and LP-Bridge

2015-10-13 Thread Barry LaZar
Hi Tom, I was aware of that. However, I inferred he wasn't doing what we do and all he needed was some simple interconnection. BTW, what's the next iteration? 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Tom" <tom...@videotron.ca> To: "Barry LaZar"

Re: [Elecraft] Windows 10 and LP-Bridge

2015-10-13 Thread Barry LaZar
, but the spectrum display stays as before; it's a setting. To demonstrate how well all of this works I now have DXCC, mixed, phone, and CW with an endorsement for 150 mixed, And, all of this was done with just a KX3, KXPA100, and a few wires in the back yard. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] Windows 10 and LP-Bridge

2015-10-12 Thread Barry LaZar
Don, If all that is required is a port replicator, I'd suggest com0com. It works quite well over Windows 10 with HRD and all the other software that I use. It's free from Source Forge and a few other sources. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Don Wilhelm

Re: [Elecraft] K3/0 Forum?

2015-10-11 Thread Barry Baines
. There are some issues that more properly handled by the Remote Rig support process, such as how to finagle a connection through hotel WiFi services where a login is required. In my opinion, Remote Rig needs to come up with solutions to these issues, not Elecraft. FWIW, Barry Baines, WD4ASW

Re: [Elecraft] OT: VHF radio in Tesla Model S

2015-10-07 Thread Barry
they produce. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t=j==s=web=3=rja=8=0CCgQFjACahUKEwjRqOLBrLDIAhUQQYgKHe1LAqM=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.motherjones.com%2Fpolitics%2F2014%2F04%2Foil-subsidies-renewable-energy-tax-breaks=AFQjCNEDvYpeB0-5Qft5tMSw_mkd2S1miw=JYwt28iI5NpoeP4ZQlXmDg Barry W2UP P.S. I got some useful

Re: [Elecraft] About the Tesla question

2015-10-07 Thread Barry
I posed the question there a few months ago with no response. Barry W2UP N5GE wrote > It's just my opinion. I could be wrong, but wouldn't it be better to > discus the Tesla automobile on the forum below? > > Or does the Tesla automobile have built-in Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] OT: VHF radio in Tesla Model S

2015-10-06 Thread Barry
My apologies for starting this thread. I had no idea it would take such a perverse turn from a simple question. Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/OT-VHF-radio-in-Tesla-Model-S-tp7608742p7608767.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive

Re: [Elecraft] OT: VHF radio in Tesla Model S

2015-10-06 Thread Barry
, I think you misunderstood what I meant by Elecraft owners. I meant Elecraft RADIO owners, not company owners. Sorry for that confusion and my poor wording, too. Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/OT-VHF-radio-in-Tesla-Model-S-tp7608742p7608785.h

[Elecraft] OT: VHF radio in Tesla Model S

2015-10-06 Thread Barry
at arrl.net, if you prefer. Tnx, Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/OT-VHF-radio-in-Tesla-Model-S-tp7608742.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] Analog vs. Digital Front Ends

2015-09-16 Thread Barry N1EU
forward to widespread use of direct sampling front ends by all-in-one-box hf xcvrs. 73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Analog vs. Digital Front Ends

2015-09-16 Thread Barry N1EU
There's no pre-ADC hardware AGC at work in the radio like there is in the K3 and Orion. Barry N1EU On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 8:37 AM, Jerry Moore <je...@carolinaheli.com> wrote: > Is it possible your rig has AGC that's keeping strong signals down rather > than the rejection/selection

Re: [Elecraft] Analog vs. Digital Front Ends

2015-09-16 Thread Barry N1EU
All the serious direct sampling ham xcvrs have single band pass filters ahead of the ADC for ham band reception so that's not an issue. Barry N1EU On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 9:13 AM, Rick Stealey <rstea...@hotmail.com> wrote: > Barry says: > >During the past 3 years, I've worked o

Re: [Elecraft] Analog vs. Digital Front Ends

2015-09-16 Thread Barry N1EU
rx sounds cleaner to my ears than the K3 or Orion. I don't see the overload issues hypothesized by many on this thread. But maybe I'm wrong. The K3 and Orion are ergonomically superior contesting radios however. Barry N1EU On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 10:27 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV <li...@subi

Re: [Elecraft] K3/0-Mini

2015-09-05 Thread Barry Baines
with remotehams.com setup, but presume that the same concepts apply. Hope this helps, Barry Baines, WD4ASW Westborough, MA Folkston, GA (Currently in Shelby, NC) On Sep 5, 2015, at 11:10 PM, George via Elecraft <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > > > I am setting up a K3/0-Mini f

[Elecraft] Lines crisper on P3 since KSYN3A upgrade?

2015-09-05 Thread Barry
on much the last 3-4 months with summer doldrums condx. Also, has anyone come up with a use for the old SYN boards? I hate to just toss them in the garbage, but I don't want to save them, either, if they no longer have any use. Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791

Re: [Elecraft] Wow, Elecraft charges a lot for shipping!

2015-08-31 Thread Barry
of the world cheap, high volume rates. Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Wow-Elecraft-charges-a-lot-for-shipping-tp7606836p7606856.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

[Elecraft] Wow, Elecraft charges a lot for shipping!

2015-08-30 Thread Barry
as $999.00 :-) Can 2 boards be shipped First Class or are they greater than 14 oz with packaging? If so, what is the most cost-effective shipping method within the US (CA to CO, specifically)? Tnx, Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Wow-Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] CW RX

2015-08-26 Thread Barry LaZar
through. The problem with more specific recommendations are that I hear audio differently than you, therefore you need to set it up for yourself and your ears. That's part of the fun of having a radio where you can adjust everything, finding what works best for you. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/26

Re: [Elecraft] I wonder how many folks have had buyers remorse on a K3/K3S purchase?

2015-08-04 Thread Barry Baines
than sooner? 73, Barry WD4ASW On Aug 4, 2015, at 4:52 PM, Barry Baines bbai...@mac.com wrote: Wes: You made the decision to get the K3 at the time of purchase because you wanted the radio as it apparently met your needs at a price you were willing to pay. Manufacturers don’t normally

Re: [Elecraft] I wonder how many folks have had buyers remorse on a K3/K3S purchase?

2015-08-04 Thread Barry Baines
what we know at the time those decisions are made. Enjoy what you have and avoid the regrets. You have a fine piece of equipment that you can enjoy for a number of years and if you wish to upgrade your existing setup at a later date, you certainly have that option. 73, Barry WD4ASW On Aug 4

Re: [Elecraft] I wonder how many folks have had buyers remorse on a K3/K3S purchase?

2015-08-03 Thread Barry Baines
to have a “HP-41 with me all the time. The app is named “i41CX-RPN Calculator” from AL Software. There is also a version that has a printer function as well. Check the Apple Store or the developer’s website (http://alsoftiphone.com) for more information if interested… 73, Barry Baines WD4ASW

Re: [Elecraft] K3: 630m amplifiers

2015-07-27 Thread Barry LaZar
. It may not have been the best design, but it worked. For a young kid that was all that mattered. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/27/2015 9:00 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Those first point contact transistors such as the CK722 were rather 'finicky'. Not much margin for error, and they were expensive. Now we

Re: [Elecraft] Can the KX3 RX I/Q output be used with CW Skimmer?

2015-07-22 Thread Barry LaZar
IF set correctly, the frequency readout in the box at the top of skimmer will read your radio's frequency and the little green indicator will be right on the signal you want to read. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/21/2015 10:08 PM, Scott Simpson wrote: What settings do you use? I was just using

Re: [Elecraft] Can the KX3 RX I/Q output be used with CW Skimmer?

2015-07-22 Thread Barry LaZar
are using and you can use narrow filtering for listening without effecting what skimmer is doing. I hope this is all clear. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/21/2015 10:08 PM, Scott Simpson wrote: What settings do you use? I was just using the 3kHz radio option. 73 KF5WAY On Tue, Jul 21, 2015 at 8:37

Re: [Elecraft] Can the KX3 RX I/Q output be used with CW Skimmer?

2015-07-21 Thread Barry LaZar
6-8 months with absolutely no problem. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/21/2015 12:01 AM, Gerard Elijzen wrote: Hi all, First post here. Can the KX3 RX I/Q output be used with the CW Skimmer program? Anyone any experience with this…love to hear. Gerard VK2JNG

Re: [Elecraft] Miniature self-supporting HF antennas

2015-07-20 Thread Barry Simpson
all packs in the one bag) and it works OK. I will be on again from YJ0BJ in November 10 - 80m. The rig will again be my K3. See the photos and write up on my YJ0BJ QRZ page. Barry VK2BJ On 20 July 2015 at 15:31, Jim Brown j...@audiosystemsgroup.com wrote: On Sun,7/19/2015 9:52 PM, David

[Elecraft] KXV3B install - no problems

2015-06-19 Thread Barry Simpson
on the PA heat sink, which I cleaned off. I also took the opportunity of replacing the battery (the original) although the voltage still showed 2.97 after all that time when I tested it. 73 Barry Simpson VK2BJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - HRD rig control

2015-06-13 Thread Barry LaZar
If you didn't want to renew your subscription, you could manually upload to LoTW by exporting the contacts in ADIF format, running TQSL, and uploading directly to LoTW. It's no where as convenient, but it is doable until such time as you want to jump back in. 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/13/2015 9

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - HRD rig control

2015-06-12 Thread Barry LaZar
display. It's an awesome package when it's all up. I wouldn't drop HRD if what y ou have is working FB for you now. 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/12/2015 4:44 PM, pkhjr via Elecraft wrote: If you are only interested rig control, Win4K3 will do the job very well. I use HRD for logging only and Win4K3

Re: [Elecraft] Need local help

2015-06-09 Thread Barry LaZar
flexibility. 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/9/2015 10:40 AM, Walter Underwood wrote: You do not need an interface. If you do want outboard USB audio, you can do a lot better than Tigertronics for less money. But for most uses, the audio built into the computer is just fine. More detail here: http

Re: [Elecraft] Need local help

2015-06-09 Thread Barry LaZar
operating on the digital modes. That's OK, but I use CW and phone as much if not more. So, I designed my station for ease of mode switching and maximum performance. Vy 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/9/2015 12:35 PM, Jim Brown wrote: On Tue,6/9/2015 9:23 AM, Barry LaZar wrote: The SignaLink not only has

Re: [Elecraft] Need local help

2015-06-09 Thread Barry LaZar
hook it up, set the levels and go, an interface with a built in sound card is not a bad way to go. In many cases, it is just easier to do and it allows for more flexibility. 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/9/2015 3:11 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: On 2015-06-09 12:02 PM, Bob N3MNT wrote: OP said computer

Re: [Elecraft] Quick question on HTs to use with my KX3

2015-05-05 Thread Barry Baines
a complete overview of how to operate a variety of satellites along with discussion of tracking, equipment setup, operational considerations, etc. The book will also be available through the AMSAT Store following Dayton. The AMSAT Forum is Saturday from 1115-1330 in Forum Room 5. 73, Barry

Re: [Elecraft] Don't have a 50W dummy load

2015-03-25 Thread Barry
For how long does the K3 transmit at 50W in the calibration procedure? If it's just a few seconds, will a 10W dummy load handle it? Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Don-t-have-a-50W-dummy-load-tp7600633p7600664.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Home and portable antenna issues.....

2015-03-09 Thread Barry LaZar
, But they will not perform as well a good beam or antennas in the clear. However, my suggestion for the portable antenna does do a credible job; I have one. 73, Barry K3NDM On 3/9/2015 12:48 PM, Mark Tellez wrote: Hello all, I am a relatively new KX3 user. So far I love the radio but I have had some issues

Re: [Elecraft] Software suggestions for KX3

2015-03-09 Thread Barry LaZar
replication, but that is free. 73, Barry K3NDM On 3/9/2015 12:56 PM, Mark Tellez wrote: Hello all, I posted a question on here a few weeks ago about software for controlling and enhancing the KX3 experience. I had previous experience with MacLogger and because of that and a lack of clarity on my

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 utility Question

2015-03-08 Thread Barry LaZar
with it. It takes just a moment for it to catch up, but it does. 73, Barry K3NDM On 3/8/2015 1:42 PM, James Bennett wrote: Have a question about the KX3 utility. I recently upgraded my antenna system feedline, going from 450 ohm line to 600. Afterwards, I cleared the KX3 internal tuner’s memories

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Sherwood Receiver Test Data question

2015-03-08 Thread Barry
All this talk about better numbers is great, but has anyone done a side by side comparison of on the air differences? That's what I'd like to hear about. Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Sherwood-Receiver-Test-Data-question-tp7599908p7599927

Re: [Elecraft] KX3: Virtual Com Port Program

2015-03-04 Thread Barry LaZar
. It is free, but I don't know if it plays with NaP3, if that is what you are using. 73, Barry K3NDM On 3/4/2015 12:08 PM, John Reilly wrote: I just discovered that N8LP's LP Bridge and LP Bridge 2 do not work well with the KX3. Does anyone have a suggestion for other software that create virtual

[Elecraft] Are there any K3 Easter eggs?

2015-03-04 Thread Barry
I read a story a few days ago about a Tesla Easter egg, displaying the James Bond Lotus submarine-car with the correct keystroke entry on the control screen. Are there any Easter eggs programmed into the K3? Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] Why Upgrade (Was: Re: New K3 Syn)

2015-03-03 Thread Barry Baines
lots of buzz. And those that believe the cost of the new widget is worth it will buy it now because they believe it will bring significant benefit. If one doesn't see the value of this widget relative to other purchasing choices, they will defer on it. FWIW 73, Barry WD4ASW 73, Dave

Re: [Elecraft] CW listening pitch

2015-03-03 Thread Barry
- this interfered with contesting! I can play a little piano by ear, but never took lessons - one of my regrets... I recall having this CW/music discussion with K1AR and others at the contesting suite in Dayton many years ago - just about everyone in the group had some musical ability. Barry W2UP -- View

[Elecraft] Why Upgrade (Was: Re: New K3 Syn)

2015-03-02 Thread Barry Baines
both firmware and hardware updates is generally a good thing and that the marginal cost of these improvements has been less than purchasing a brand new comparable rig from Elecraft or someone else's product. FWIW and Enjoy the Ride, Barry Baines, WD4ASW Westborough, MA On Mar 2, 2015

Re: [Elecraft] A way to show both SPLIT and NON-SPLIT warnings

2015-02-19 Thread Barry
How about when NOT in split, the display flashes UPLID, alternating with the frequency? :-) Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/A-way-to-show-both-SPLIT-and-NON-SPLIT-warnings-tp7598915p7598998.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive

Re: [Elecraft] Bad Assumptions

2015-02-17 Thread barry whittemore
sheet. My elogs are all safe in multiple places. Enjoy Barry NF1O __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] Kx3 RxIQ

2015-02-16 Thread Barry LaZar
. It will be the only way it will work. The P3 does everything it needs for spectrum display. The KX3 already gives baseband audio streams that are separated by 90 degrees meaning all you need to do is feed the streams to your sound card and operate on it with software. 73, Barry K3NDM On 2/16

Re: [Elecraft] Kx3 RxIQ

2015-02-16 Thread Barry LaZar
. 73, Barry K3NDM On 2/16/2015 12:49 PM, Chris Hallinan wrote: Thanks Barry, that explanation helps alot. So I'm assuming that the IF output of the K3 is a very traditional IF as in other radios, ie it's not Quadrature, etc. Would that be correct? If so, another approach would be to feed

Re: [Elecraft] Upgraded K3 synthesizer module now available: The KSYN3A

2015-02-13 Thread Barry
Wat is involved, technically in performing the upgrade - is it simply swapping out a board? Barry W2UP -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Upgraded-K3-synthesizer-module-now-available-The-KSYN3A-tp7598267p7598270.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] K3DVR alternatives

2015-02-09 Thread barry whittemore
I use N1MM and it works FB. I do off air recordings with Audacity and it works FB also. BTW. I concur on the K1N on 10 meters, Thats one of the hardest QSOs i ever got. Even with the P3 and 2nd RX it was hard to find. now to get them on 17 for a sweep. 3 and GL Barry NF1O

Re: [Elecraft] A K3 Pileup Wrinkle with CW Skimmer

2015-02-08 Thread barry whittemore
contesting is far from declining. it is increasing. here is the CQWW stats for past 10 years. 7442 in 2013 vs 4109 in 2004 shows a big increase. Barry NF1O YearSSB EntriesCW EntriesTotal

Re: [Elecraft] Navassa K1N on the air with K3s and KPA500s

2015-02-04 Thread Barry
Their adios must be working, as they copied my puny signal! Eric, a feature request for the next firmware update: A digitally encoded signature in the CW transmission so K3s can recognize each other. This along with an algorithm to mute non-K3 signals, so we can work them first :-) Barry W2UP

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Issue

2015-01-30 Thread Barry Simpson
with the result. 73 Barry VK2BJ On 31 January 2015 at 00:34, Mike K2MK k...@comcast.net wrote: Hi Barry, There is an asterisk that appears on the left side of the KPA500 display whenever the key out signal from your transmitter is present. You should not see the asterisk when you are receiving

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