Does anyone know where the Elecraft Order Status page went?
There was a version dated September 5th that stated AX1 orders were
overwhelming, but I can't seem to find that anymore nor can I get an
email response.
Just curious about timing of AX1 order deliveries; not concerned about
h
the 2.7/2.8kHz filter for CW transmit.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 8/21/2018 4:03 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
I have noticed that Elecraft K3/K3S defaults to setting the wide SSB
filter as the CW TX filter.
Is there a technical reason for doing this? Would it be better to use
a 1kHz filter or one of the
n - the K3/K3S works fine with
the 2.7/2.8kHz filter for CW transmit.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 8/21/2018 4:03 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
I have noticed that Elecraft K3/K3S defaults to setting the wide SSB
filter as the CW TX filter.
Is there a technical reason for doing this? Would it be better to u
I have noticed that Elecraft K3/K3S defaults to setting the wide SSB
filter as the CW TX filter.
Is there a technical reason for doing this? Would it be better to use a
1kHz filter or one of the narrow CW filters?
Thanks, in advance.
73, Byron NZ3O
I did start without delays and I extend them and remove them in various
tests.
With this style of Macro, it is possible to monitor for activity without
running WSJT, and the approach works for other modes, too. At this
point I think I might move to dedicated band buttons and then set the
I inserted the DElays as an example. It feels like the Band change
isn't registered with the P3 properly, but I'm perplexed at how the P3
internal display and the SVGA external display would show different
center frequencies, and why the P3 is correct for a moment and switches
back.
Thanks
I am having trouble with the following Macro on a K3S and P3/SVGA.
BN10;DE500;MD6;DE100;FA00050313000;DE100;#CTF+00050315000;DE100;#SPN43;DE100;
The delays are just there to slow things down, right? No impact otherwise.
What happens is the Macro executes, but when it completes, the
Is it safe to assume the command latency estimates for the K3S and P3
are the same as what is in the K3 Macro Programming manual for the K3
and KX3? (The numbers there are typical 10ms, typical max of 100ms, and
band change of 500ms.)
Thank you. 73, Byropn
I had a goal to take a shot at Digital modes after the 2017-2018 Major
Contest Season, which ended Sunday with the close of ARRL DX SSB. So,
Monday I was determined to make as much progress as I could with
something digital.
My first effort was to try MMTTY, since it was already somehow
I see a third party case with vent holes, but I'm looking for a
weatherproof case, since I think at QRP levels overheating won't be a
problem. Does anyone have a good case suggestion for the Elecraft BL2?
Thanks. 73, Byron
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The helpful folks at Pro Audio Engineering (https://proaudioeng.com/)
have made up a custom cable for me to I can use a short stub connected
to both my KX3 and PX3 with single Anderson Powerpole on the stub. My
understanding is they will make this more widely available, so you might
ask them
I am taking the plunge into DATA modes for the very first time, and I'd
like to get started with a simple test: Use my existing DX logger,
DX4WIN, but leverage the P3/SVGA Pan-adpater for RTTY encode and
decode. This would eliminate the need for third-party software products
and possibly a
Has anyone come up with a reasonable means to duplicate a Stored Macro
in the P3/SVGA?
I am interested in loading 48 memories with Macros that are all over
100-characters and many of them are very similar with just a few
characters different. Because you need to type every one, this is
and then hit the
function key. Hit menu again to exit.
73, Byron
On 02/08/2018 04:30 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
Paul Saffren N6HZ posted here in October 2016 that the next release of
the P3 firmware would allow you to associate a front-panel FN key with
a Macro. Does anyone know if that ever
Paul Saffren N6HZ posted here in October 2016 that the next release of
the P3 firmware would allow you to associate a front-panel FN key with a
Macro. Does anyone know if that ever happened? I manually entered a
long macro as a test but I don't see any way to execute it.
I entered it
I recall reading something about transferring optimized audio files to
the K3S, but I can't locate it.
I would like to prepare contest exchanges in a desktop software package
and move them to the Elecraft digital voice keyer in the K3S. I would
like to tranfer these files using the standard
Many thanks to Mike Flowers, K6MKF, NCDXC ("It's about DX!"), who calmed
me down to do the step by step troubleshooting for this issue. And
thanks to several others who offered even the smallest suggestion.
To describe the circumstances: K3S->KPA->KAT->ANT
When opening the station Monday
Thanks to all who have sent suggestions on how I might resolve my "KAT
Not Tuning" issue.
Here's what I think I know so far:
1. The KAT seems fine.
2. The P3 Output Monitor thinks it sees 0.6W on the antenna line after
the KAT.
3. This implies to me that the K3S thinks it is tuning with 25W,
When I powered on the station tonight, I noticed nothing unusual, except
I had no power out.
My KAT-500 makes no attempt to tune when I use the K3S tune button.
I've checked all cables, updated KAT firmware, restored configuration,
no change.
When I first received this in 2015, a
Good things the bands are awful, the K-Pod is here today.
72, Byron
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I have indeed done all the clicks and boot removals and been unable to
resolve the disconnect.
It even happens when the radio is in-use and suddenly has the radio
disconnect from the computer.
So, the only answer is the standard "make certain it clicks", which it does?
73, Byron
I continue to be plagued with the radio disconnect azssociated with the
RJ-45 interface on the K3S.
Has anyone ever heard of an RJ-45 Pin Alignment tool? I suspect there
is some physical issue that is not resolved by removing the boot and
everything else that I've tried. Forget about it
I've been slowly learning some of the ins-and-outs of the K3S
transceiver, and my appreciation for the radio continues to grow. I
still haven't mustered up the nerve to try DATA modes, but I'm almost there.
Those who know me know I'm an avid DXers and casual Contesters (meaning
I have pretty
The Elecraft site has an invalid certificate, so others having issues
are probably related to that.
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I am interested in putting together the most effective equivalent of
Single-Operator Two-Radio with my regular Elecraft K3S operating 10-40
meters and a second "radio" operating Remote Ham Radio for 80/160. I
was wondering if anyoone on this list has accomplished this already and
have
Really gotta love this radio.
I operated the CQWW CW Contest in "holiday mode", which means when the
family was otherwise occupied and I wasn't, I'd hop on the radio for a
few contacts. With a couple of late hours on 40 meters each night, and
some spinning through the cluster spots, I was
I don't see how to switch from "every message" to Daily Digest.
Do I need to register a second time and somehow delete my previous
registration?
73, Byron
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I will put the antenna analyzer on it tomorrow and make sure it's still
solid after all this wind.
On 11/14/2015 11:31 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
M2 Log Periodic flat from bottom to top.
On 11/14/2015 05:34 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
On Sat,11/14/2015 1:07 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
Once I tuned I
M2 Log Periodic flat from bottom to top.
On 11/14/2015 05:34 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
On Sat,11/14/2015 1:07 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
Once I tuned I was good for only about 2KHz. Any thoughts? Antenna
has been fine everywhere else.
What's the antenna? From the symptom, I suspect it's nowhere
While working the Willis Island pileup, following the operator on 12
meters as he stepped up for each QSO, I was having to retune the KAT500
every few steps. Which seemed odd. Once I tuned I was good for only
about 2KHz. Any thoughts? Antenna has been fine everywhere else.
73, Byron
I use the standard SPLIT+1, NORMAL, SPLIT+5 pairing on the K3S PF Keys
where each macro sets up the "unset" version. But I also use the K3
Utility macros to DISPLAY values when I'm troubleshooting, since I
execute them directly from the Utility at that time. 73, Byron
On 11/12/2015 06:56 AM,
OKay, so this really drove me nuts. I have the macro set up to toggle
split now.
What goes wrong? Wrong antenna was one thing. How I end up with ANT
instead of ANT1 is beyond me.
I don't have the problem anymore, probably because I've gone through
every band and mode memory and I've
Check you are on the correct antenna.
On 10/31/2015 02:49 PM, Don Putnick via Elecraft wrote:
For sale:Â KFL3A-500 Â 500 Hz, 5-pole cw/data filter $50Price includes USPS
Priority Mail shipping to USA.Certified check or USPS money order.Please
contact me off list: Don dot NA6Z at yahoo dot
Is anyone able to point me to a list of which CONFIG settings are not
universal to all bands and modes?
For example, PREAMP2 is per-band, and it won't even let you change the
value when the radio is on a band it doesn't support. So, there is no
"Universal ON" for Preamp2 so it's set for all
It's unclear to me what the setting for KRX3 should be.
1. I do have the KRX3A installed.
2. I do NOT have an antenna on the BNC, nor on ANT2..
3. I have a SINGLE SIGNAL PATH from antenna to K3S on ANT1.
When I set KRX3 to KAT3, I believe it changes the sub antenna to K3S ANT2.
This follows the
I do see how to SET the COM Ports in LP-Bridge, but I missed something
in how to tell what they should be on the K3S side. I would think I
need CAT Control, Analog Audio (RTTY AFSK) and CW Keying. What is the
means by which I determine the K3S side of things?
73, Byron
I had this desire this weekend, too.
On 10/13/2015 12:35 PM, Terry Schieler wrote:
I have a recent configuration file from my former K3 (#474) saved in my K3
Utility. I was hoping to print out that file and use it as a guide to setting
up my new K3S, knowing better than to simply load
I don't see any instructions in how to acknowledge and clear the ERR KEY
message from VFO B.
As a result, I'm walking through MENU and CONFIG using K3 Utility macros.
This ERR KEY is happening during power on with no USB no KEY and no P3
connected, so I'd like to clear the message so I can
Is anyone running LP-Bridge under Windows 10?
The site looks like development stopped early in Windows 8.
TIA es 72 Byron
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I'm hampered with issues using the CBLP3Y with my K3S and P3.
So, my question isn't about "getting it working", but about what
features I'm missing.
I have the K3S RJ-45 connected to the lower connection on the P3.
Q: How do I test that this connection is "working"?
I have a USB A-B cable
Somehow, DSP and speaker sound odd together. DSP and headset, on the
other hand, sounds delicious.
On 10/10/2015 04:36 PM, Michael Aust wrote:
Maybe Elecraft could offer the BHI DSP inside the New K3 Speaker as an option !
73 Mike
On Saturday, October 10, 2015 1:06 PM, Michael Aust
I have found myself again in this mode where pressing the SUB button
reveals white noise but no signals.
When I flick the A/B or hold the BSET buttons, they are really LOUD.
But noting on SUB.
I have checked that the antenna is correct (same as MAIN (ANT1), the RF
GAIN and AF GAIN are up,
.
Since I've tripped over it doesn't seem I'm compatible.
Both the P3 and KPA seemed to transmit, which is what confused me.
72, Byron
On 10/09/2015 06:55 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
I have found myself again in this mode where pressing the SUB button
reveals white noise but no signals.
When I flick
now. 73, Byron
On 09/26/2015 03:28 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
Let me summarize my tests in hope someone has an idea.
1. I have followed the instructions.
2. I am using the proper cable.
3. As far as I know.
It seems simple.
1. Set K3S CONFIG:RS232 to USB. Connect USB between computer and K3S
. COM
for #1 works.
7. When I use a PC-to-K3S USB and a PC-to-P3 USB those conenctions are
fine, but the CBLP3Y is an issue.
Is there some magic setting I'm missing?
73, Byron
On 09/25/2015 09:29 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
I have had the K3S, KAT500 and KPA500 connected and configured.
All
Has anyone real experience with the ProSet 7 and the K3S?
My vintage ProSet is making noises in one ear and I wonder how good the
Pro7 is with SSB and CW.
72, Byron
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I have had the K3S, KAT500 and KPA500 connected and configured.
All units are connected to the computer via USB so I can use the
appropriate Utility.
Now, when I try to connect the P3 to the K3S there is this behavior. I
can only use the USB *or* the RJ45 serial. Once I connect to the RJ-45
I've gone through a bit of this under Windows 10.
Open DEVICE MANAGER and the PORTS device listing. This is in
Settings->System->About->Device Manager.
Connect your cable to the KAT500. You should hear a beep and see the
device appear. That is the COM.
The ports are 38400 and the COM
THis is what I did, but it seems to disable the K3S USB port.
I have the K3S RS232 setting set to USB; should that be 38400 instead?
Would USB still work?
73, Byron
On 09/25/2015 09:58 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
In summary, I expect to connect PC-to-P3 via USB-DB9 and have only
the
I'd love to find Elecraft offering a 500W dummy load to match the K-Line.
No one even makes a sturdy paint can anymore.
73, Byron
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Help:
The external amplifier that I am planning to replace handles an SWR of
3:1 without a tuner.
What is the recommended SWR maximum without tuner for the Elecraft KPA-500?
The only mentions of SWR in the manual are "connect to load of 1.5SWR or
less" and the hard fault 9.
Does this imply the amp
I am trying to program my first Rotating Macro, where the PF1 Button
will set SPLIT+1 the first time it is pressed and held and it will UNSET
SPLIT the second time it is pressed and held.
I am basing this on the work by W8TN and LA3ZA, and others who have
offered support here.
I have had
This is an RTFM problem.
I was confusing the KX3 Table with the K3 Table.
When I used the proper values from the K3 Table, it worked perfectly.
73, Byron
MACRO1-4: #11, 12, 13, 24
PF1-PF2: #45, 47
On 08/13/2015 08:14 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
I am trying to program my first Rotating Macro
I've played with the new K3S for a little over a week now.
I'm still gainfully employed, so my hours of operation have been limited.
But, I think it's probably the proper time for initial impressions.
First, the Elecraft people are beyond impressive. Whether it was
pre-sale advice, the offer
Is there a way to have the signals on both the main and sub-receivers?
For example, listening to a DX operator who is running split.
I would like to hear the DX on the Main, and both Listen and Transmit on
the Sub.
I've read and re-read a lot of pages, pressed a lot of button
combinations,
I think this is another un-learning experience for me, coming from a
radio with two big knobs.
It makes sense to reverse the way I used the VFOs in the past, so I have
to learn the mechanics of quickly going split, locking the Sub, and
working the VFO A DX-receive frequency.
I have seen this
Lots of great tips from list members: Thanks everyone!
For me, the answer was to use B SET and tap the ANT button to get it on
the antenna.
Other great steps: SPEAKERS 2, SUB, etc. Luckily I just missed this one.
(100)72, Byron
On 08/09/2015 06:52 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
Is there a way
firmware not just emulate
users pushing buttons, but understand that the software might always do
three things together, band, frequency, mode, plus filters et al, and
provide a fast way to do that in one command. Just a thought
On 08/05/2015 07:45 PM, Byron Peebles wrote:
I have heard
.
73,
Bill - NA5DX
[Elecraft] K3S band Change with DX4WIN
Byron Peebles NZ3O at arrl.net
Tue Aug 4 21:42:32 EDT 2015
I am researching an issue I experience when I click a spot in DX4WIN.
When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first
to the band, then SSB
I am researching an issue I experience when I click a spot in DX4WIN.
When I click a spot, switch bands, even CW-to-CW, the K3S switches first
to the band, then SSB, and then CW.
The momentary switch to SSB is probably something in the radio file I am
using, new to me, but I wanted to see if
I was able to pick up my K3S-F at UPS this morning.
Serial number 10072 was ordered on June 9th, and included in the June
1th batch.
It spent a week traveling UPS Ground from Elecraft, and is happy to be
home now.
This is my first Elecraft transceiver and my first NEW transceiver since
You know what you're getting, and you're getting a better transceiver.
On 07/28/2015 11:02 AM, ae...@carolinaheli.com wrote:
Is there a good reason to get a K3s instead of a preowned K3? I'm returning to
the hobby and looking hard at the K3S. So much has changed that I'm trying to
catch up.
As does UPS Ground coast-to-coast! :) 73, Byron
On 07/27/2015 05:48 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
probably half were kits, which take longer to come on-line
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With my migration from TenTec to Elecraft, I was planning to also move
my logging and station control from Windows to MacOSX. I have found
sources like DogParkRadio to be tempting, but I wanted to check with
Elecraft users on which packages best support the K3 (and upcoming K3S).
I use
is a SQLlite file and if you are interested in building
your own queries and subsequent reports, that database is easily accessible via
SQLlite database utilities found on the Internet.
73, Jim
Jim Bennett / W6JHB
Folsom, CA
On Jul 10, 2015, at 4:37 AM, Byron Peebles n...@arrl.net wrote
So many great people sent great responses, thank you. That's how this
kind of community adds value.
I would summarize the replies as saying MacLogger or RUMlog are the best.
So, now it's down to operating. As a CW operator, I use a keyboard
(yikes!) and functions keys (op: tnx es 73 gd dx).
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